As executive director of Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition, Corinne Winter plays a major role in the effort to adapt San Jose into a bicycle-friendly place to live and commute. “We want grandmas, moms and kids out there riding bikes and feeling completely safe,” she says. “That’s really our vision. It’s not just about biking, it’s about community, health, the environment and joy. Life is better when more people bike.”
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The next generation of City Hall’s resident falcons arrived earlier this month, which means the return of Mayor Chuck Reed’s naming contest for the baby falcons perched 18 stories above the streets of downtown San Jose.
When Tracy Lee graduated from San Jose State University, her love for the city and atmosphere kept her rooted in downtown San Jose. Her passion for food and fun led her to create Dishcrawl, a dining concept that consists of “four restaurants, one night.” Nearly two years later, the concept has grown to more than 100 locations across the U.S. and Canada. We met with Lee to discuss the concept of Dishcrawl, her new project with nonprofits and her favorite San Jose restaurants.
In addition to its reputation for innovation and emerging technology, Silicon Valley’s natural beauty is also a major draw for residents and visitors, with numerous hiking trails throughout the valley. With mild weather year-round, most hiking trails remain open throughout the year and change with the seasons. Here are a few of our favorites.
Jen Kwapinski, the owner of Jen’s Cakes, talks about her shop, how she spends her time when she’s not working and her experience on TLC’s Next Great Baker reality show.
Thousands of civilians and law enforcement officials gathered Thursday at HP Pavilion in downtown San Jose to honor the lives of slain Santa Cruz police officers Sgt. Loran “Butch” Baker, 51, and Officer Elizabeth Butler, 38.
A memorial service honoring two fallen Santa Cruz police officers, Sergeant Loran “Butch” Baker and Officer Elizabeth Butler, will be held at HP Pavilion on Thursday, March 7.
With names like Bionic Babydoll, Absolutely Scabulous and Fightmaster Flash, Silicon Valley Roller Girls return to the rink February 16 with more campy fun and bone-crushing competition.
Friends, family members and fans gathered at Jake’s in Willow Glen on Monday night for a season finale viewing party of Next Great Baker TV show on TLC to cheer for local baker Jen Kwapinski, owner of Jen’s Cakes. Unfortunately, it wasn’t her night to shine in the TV spotlight.
Before the big game this weekend, the Bay Area has another “W” to look forward to courtesy of San Jose’s Jon Fitch (24-4-1 MMA, 14-2-1 UFC). As part of the UFC 156 card, Fitch will fight Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt Damian Maia (17-4 MMA, 11-4 UFC).
