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Silicon Valley Fall Festival

Date: 9/10/16
Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Location: Memorial Park

Diwali Festival

Date: 10/15/16
Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Location: Memorial Park

Harvest Festival

Date: 10/22/16
Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm
Location: Blackberry Farm

Gilroy

Harvest Festival at Kirgin Cellars

Date: 9/11/16
Time: 11:00am – 4:00pm
Location: Kirgin Cellars

Pumpkin Junction

Date: 10/1/16 – 10/31/16
Time: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Location: Casa de Fruta

Halloween Beer Crawl

Date: 10/22/16
Time: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: Downtown Gilroy

Los Altos

Los Altos Fall Festival

Date: 10/1/16 – 10/2/16
Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Location: South Parking Plazas in Downtown Los Altos

Los Gatos

Los Gatos Wine Walk

Date: 9/10/16
Time: 1:30pm – 5:30pm
Location: Downtown Los Gatos

Milpitas

Pumpkins in the Park/ Health ‘O Ween 5K Family Fun Run

Date: 10/22/16
Time: 9:00am – 2:00pm
Location: Cordoza Park

Morgan Hill

Brew Crawl

Date: 9/17/16
Time: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Location: Downtown Morgan Hill

Fall Tarantula Fest and BBQ

Date: 10/1/16
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Location: Henry Coe State Park

Mountain View

Art & Wine Festival

Date: 9/10/16 – 9/11/16
Time: Sat: 11:00am – 7:00pm, Sun: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Location: Castro Street

San Jose

Bacon Festival of America

Date: 9/3/16 – 9/4/16
Location: Plaza de Cesar Chavez

SOFA Street Fair

Date: 9/11/16
Location: South First St.

Pumpkins in the Park

Date: 10/8/16
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Location: Guadalupe River Park/Discovery Meadow

Santa Clara

Art & Wine Festival

Date: 9/17/16 – 9/18/16
Time: Sat: 10:00am – 6:00pm, Sun: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Location: Central Park

Saratoga

Saratoga Brews & Blues

Date: 9/17/16
Time: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: Wildwood Park

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1. Bill’s Café – San Jose, Palo Alto, and Pleasanton

-American café serving breakfast, lunch, and cocktails-

Start your day with Bill’s Famous Bloody Mary or Mimosa alongside a stack of decadent pancakes or a spicy specialty breakfast. Or stop by at lunchtime for a classic sandwich or juicy burger and a signature cocktail or a simple soft drink. Every palate and personality will have something to enjoy off of this packed menu!

2. Dishdash – Sunnyvale and Milpitas

-Middle Eastern cuisine serving lunch and dinner, along with catering-

For a contemporary twist on traditional Middle Eastern food, you must try Dishdash! They only use the freshest ingredients, many of which are locally grown, along with merely the best meat to create extraordinary dishes. The upscale atmosphere sprinkled with interesting décor completes the whole experience.

3. Evvia Estiatorio – Palo Alto

-Greek restaurant serving lunch and dinner-

The unique dining room, featuring handmade pottery, a rustic fireplace, and an overall charming ambiance will transport you straight to Greece. They source their ingredients locally to create simple, yet flavorful dishes reflecting traditional Grecian dishes, some with a little Californian interpretation. This is an experience you don’t want to miss.

4. Los Altos Grill – Los Altos

-American fare serving dinner-

Enjoy classic, American dishes in a cozy restaurant decorated with stunning woodwork and beautiful artwork on the walls. Signature cocktails and dishes, such as the jalapeno iron skillet cornbread and roasted chicken will keep you wanting more. Sundays feature live music for additional ambiance and entertainment.

5. Maurizio’s Authentic Italian Cuisine – Morgan Hill

-Italian cuisine serving lunch and dinner-

With a focus on fresh ingredients and customer satisfaction, you will enjoy the full experience at Maurizio’s. Enjoy original Italian dishes, which are constantly changing and improving as Maurizio puts his personal touch on each one. If you are in the downtown Morgan Hill area, stop by and see what the buzz is about!

6. Nick’s Next Door – Los Gatos

-American restaurant serving lunch and dinner-

The cozy, yet contemporary style of Nick’s Next Door is more than welcoming. The impressive menu offers multiple delicious dishes and signature cocktails that will satisfy any pallet. Make reservations ahead of time, as this is a popular spot!

7. Orchard City Kitchen – Campbell

-American cuisine serving brunch, lunch, and dinner-

Orchard City Kitchen is a clean-cut, comfortable restaurant perfect for enjoying happy hour with friends or brunch on the weekend with the family. Indulge in a variety of dishes, from seafood and a variety of meats to unique veggie dishes, sweet desserts, and fun cocktails. This restaurant has it all!

8. Sen Dai Sushi – Milpitas

-Japanese and sushi restaurant serving lunch and dinner-

The best sushi around! This simple, no-frills Japanese restaurant aims to serve guests nothing but delicious food and quick service. They use only the finest ingredients to ensure flavorful dishes for every customer.

9. The Basin – Saratoga

-American gastronomy serving dinner-

Spice up your night with a visit to The Basin, an American restaurant with Spanish and Italian influences. They use the freshest ingredients and focus on organic foods, which reflect on their incredible, flavorful dishes. Complement your dish with a glass of wine from their extensive list or a variety of cocktails from the full bar. You will surely be impressed when you visit The Basin.

10. Vaso Azzurro – Mountain View

-Northern Italian restaurant serving lunch and dinner-

Enjoy your meal on the patio or indoors where Mediterranean décor creates an upscale environment. They use the finest ingredients and prepare everything daily to fully satisfy every customer. Be sure to top off your meal with one of their signature desserts that will keep you going back for more.

This list of restaurants only scratches the surface of the many delicious restaurants worth trying in Silicon Valley. Hopefully this list will help you break away from the fast food chains and standard restaurants. Experience Silicon Valley through incredible restaurants and delicious meals!

Keep in mind that many of these restaurants do not serve food every single day of the week, so double check times and days before working up your appetite.

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1. Levi’s Stadium and 49ers Museum – Santa Clara

Home to the San Francisco 49ers; Levi’s Stadium is the most high-tech stadium and a leading entertainment and sports venue in the world. The $1.2 billion, 68,500-seat stadium uses top-notch technology to embrace multiple environmentally friendly features. In addition to NFL games, the stadium hosts a number of other sports events, concerts, and more. The most exciting event approaching is Super Bowl 50, which will draw thousands of football fans to Silicon Valley and the Bay Area in February 2016. Guests can take a 90-minute tour of the stadium to learn about its many features and they also have the opportunity to explore the 49ers Museum.

2. California’s Great America – Santa Clara

This is the perfect, family-friendly attraction in Silicon Valley. The theme park has something for every personality and age to enjoy, such as thrill rides, rollercoasters, family rides, live entertainment, shows, carnival games, tons of places to eat, and more. Guests can also enjoy the attached Boomerang Bay Water Park in the summer months when you need to cool off from the heat. Come out and enjoy a fun-filled day with the whole family!

3. Mountain Winery – Saratoga

More than just a place to sip wine and appreciate a beautiful view, the Mountain Winery is a place to make memories, enjoy a concert, host a special event, indulge in a delicious meal, and much more. Visiting the Mountain Winery is a great idea for a night on the town with friends or a significant other, or just a fun afternoon of wine tasting. With so many wineries in the Northern California area, the Mountain Winery stands out with its multiple special events, unique spaces, signature wines, concert series, and dining options. This is a must while visiting Silicon Valley.

4. Tech Museum of innovation – San Jose

More than just an ordinary museum, the Tech Museum of Innovation provides the community with a great resource for education and inspiration for all who visit. Kids will enjoy each exhibit and the hundreds of hands-on activities that will spark their creativity, minds, and desire to learn. The exhibits cover everything from space explorations and clean energy to genetics and the cyber world. The whole family will enjoy learning at the Tech Museum- visit today!

5. Gilroy Gardens – Gilroy

Combine a lot of fun and a little learning for an incredible day at Gilroy Gardens. Everyone will enjoy the garden-themed park full of rides, shopping, dining, a playground, maze, educational programs, and so much more. This is also a great place to host a special event or party. The beautiful backdrop of numerous plants, trees, flowers, and ponds will enhance your theme park fun.

6. Computer History Museum – Mountain View

It’s only fitting to visit the Computer History Museum amidst the high-tech environment of Silicon Valley. Computers are such a pivotal part of our lives today, so take some time to step back and see where it all started. The largest collection of artifacts connected to the history of computing is housed at the Computer History Museum and is definitely worth your time to explore.

7. Winchester Mystery House – San Jose

Wander through the eccentric, fun mansion known as the Winchester Mystery House. The puzzling architecture, winding hallways, odd stairs, and interesting stories make for quite the experience. Guests can also roam through the multiple gardens and enjoy beautiful plant life and unexplained mysteries. This is your chance to hear the multiple stories, history, and alleged hauntings while touring an incredible mansion and its grounds.

8. Santana Row – San Jose

For all the guys and gals who love shopping, dining, or spending the day at the spa, this is the Silicon Valley attraction for you! Santa Row is an upscale shopping center featuring over 70 shops, numerous restaurants and several spas all in one location. Shop ‘till you drop, enjoy a cocktail at happy hour, or relax the day away at a spa. It’s all here!

9. Children’s Discovery Museum – San Jose

Interactive exhibits entice children and create fun, learning opportunities kids of any age will enjoy. This is the perfect way to encourage children to think outside the box and expand their critical thinking, problem solving, and creativity. Bring the family for an amazing day at the Children’s Discovery Museum.

10. Golf – Various cities within Silicon Valley

While many don’t think of golf when Silicon Valley is mentioned, that doesn’t mean there aren’t some great courses to try out. The Northern California landscape, along with the mild weather creates a beautiful combination for a day on the course. There are a variety of courses and country clubs easily accessible in or near each Silicon Valley town.

The list of our favorite attractions in Silicon Valley can go on and on so don’t limit yourself to just these. Each city wasn’t even represented here, and they all have their own, unique things to do. Get out and explore Silicon Valley today!

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Blast from the Past

Looking back now, it’s hard to believe what humble beginnings the Super Bowl has come from. Let’s look at a few stats comparing the very first Super Bowl (Then) to the latest, Super Bowl XLIX (Now).

-Then- Less than 62,000 fans attended in 100,000-seat Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
-Now- 70,288 (and 120.8 million viewers on TV) in the 63,400-seat University of Phoenix Stadium, which is expandable to 72,200 seats.

-Then- 338 media members were credentialed to cover the game
-Now- 5,500 media members were credentialed to cover the game and related events

-Then- Tickets sold for: $6, $10, and $12
-Now- Tickets sold for: lowest: $8,000, average: $10,352, most expensive $28,888

-Then- Winning team received $15,000 bonus, losing team received $7,500 bonus
-Now- Each player on the winning team receives $97,000, each player on the losing team receives $49,000

Leading up to Game Day

The anticipation of Super Bowl L will be at a whole new high the week leading up to game day. Fans will start pouring into the Bay Area in Northern California to be part of the hype and there will be events to get everyone ready.

Super Bowl City- A fan experience where the Host Committee celebrates not only Super Bowl L, but also its location, the Bay Area. This is going to be the center of excitement for the main event where fans of all ages can participate in a number of interactive activities and games highlighting Super Bowl L and everything the Bay Area has to offer.

Cost? FREE
When? January 30, 2015 – February 7, 2016
Where? Moscone Center in San Francisco

The NFL Experience- This event celebrates the history of football while getting fans excited for the upcoming game. Participants will have access to multiple interactive games, the opportunity to meet some of the NFL’s greatest players, the chance to shop in the NFL Shop and so much more. You don’t want to miss this exclusive Super Bowl opportunity!

Cost? Adults – $35, Kids (12 and under) – $20
When? January 30, 2015 – February 7, 2016 (Tickets go on sale November 11)
Where? Moscone Center in San Francisco

Game Day

February 7, 2016 will forever be a historical day in the world of sports. This day marks the 50^th year of the largest, most popular sporting event in America, which will be taking place in the most technologically advanced stadium in the league, Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, CA. Although we don’t know which 2 NFL teams that will be playing in the upcoming Super Bowl yet, it is certain that every person in attendance will experience an unforgettable event in NFL history.

In honor of the golden anniversary, gold is the theme for the year and will be seen throughout the whole season in celebration of the once in a lifetime season-ending game. Gold accents will be seen throughout the season are just the start in the 50^th celebration. It’s going to be an exciting year full of history, honor, fun and football!

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