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Meghan Horrigan
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mhorrigan@sanjose.org

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Press Releases 2009
12/09 [ html ] [ pdf ]
SAN JOSE WARMS UP WINTER WITH HOT EVENTS

San Jose, CA (December 9)— Summer may be long over, and the days are getting shorter, but San Jose’s winter events – from festivals to concerts --will give locals and visitors many reasons to get out of hibernate mode and get their mojo back! more

11/09 [ html ] [ pdf ]
CALIFORNIA THEATRE WINTER MOVIE SERIES ANNOUNCED
Favorite holiday tradition will return this winter with classic titles

San Jose, CA (November 19)— Team San Jose announced its Winter Movie Series titles for this coming holiday season at the California Theatre in Downtown San Jose. Mark your calendar to attend movies for affordable family fun at only $5 per person. The movie series will run Thursday through Sunday nights, December 17-27. more

10/09 [ html ] [ pdf ]
San Jose Civic Receives Fresh New Face
Downtown’s intimate venue completes exterior painting project

San Jose, CA (October 28)—If you haven’t seen the new San Jose Civic in a while, you are in for a big surprise! The venue just received a fresh new face with the completion of its exterior paint project and the installation of multi-colored LED lighting, funded by the City of San Jose and Redevelopment Agency, respectively. more

7/09 [ html ] [ pdf ]
New DMAI Leadership to Advance Value of Tourism in Demanding Year Ahead
Incoming Chairman Daniel Fenton to Focus on National Partnerships

ATLANTA, GA (July 30, 2009) – Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI) incoming Chairman of the Board of Directors Daniel Fenton took the reins Thursday to lead DMAI, the world’s largest resource for official destination marketing organizations, launching a new campaign to establish national partnerships with arts, hotel and labor groups. more

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WHAT’S NEW IN SAN JOSE: TEAM SAN JOSE LAUNCHES EXCITING IN-HOUSE FOOD AND BEVERAGE PROGRAM WITH MORE OPTIONS FOR EVENT AND MEETING PLANNER

SAN JOSE, CA (July 29, 2009) – Team San Jose continues its summer of exciting new developments for meeting and event planners – such as the partnership with Nederlander to offer thrilling concerts and Broadway San Jose – with the announcement of a new in-house food and beverage program. more

7/09 [ html ] [ pdf ]
Let us Show You The Way to San José
Spend quality time in San José With the 18th Annual San José Mariachi and Mexican Heritage Festival, Presented by Target

SAN JOSE, CA (July 7, 2009) – The San José Mariachi and Mexican Heritage Festival invites you to get away for a great week (or weekend) getaway of concerts and Mexican cultural celebrations and activities in Downtown San Jose. The Festival includes workshops in Mexican music, dance, slow food cooking, sustainable design and a free community fair. With exceptional hotel rates and dinner packages, the Silicon Valley will truly offer a “heart’s delight” for visitors this fall. In 2009, the festival celebrates the heroes of Mexican heritage, by creating a week programming on the legacy of Cesar Chavez. the festival will present icon of Latin music who are also known for their commitment to social justice-- Joan Baez, Carlos Santana, Los Lobos, and Little Joe y La Familia. more

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SUMMER MOVIE SERIES RETURNS TO CALIFORNIA THEATRE
Downtown’s best recession buster for the whole family

SAN JOSE, CA (July 7, 2009) – Team San Jose announced its summer movie series is back at the California Theatre this summer in Downtown San Jose. Mark your calendar for Friday AND Saturday nights, July 10 – August 22 (except July 25 and August 8), to attend movies for affordable family fun at only $5 per person. Guests will receive a coupon for free popcorn upon entry. more

6/09 [ html ] [ pdf ]
TEAM SAN JOSE and the NEDERLANDER ORGANIZATION
Proudly Announce Partnership and Inaugural Broadway Season


San Jose, CA (June 9, 2009) - Team San Jose announced today that they have selected the Nederlander Organization to be the exclusive presenter of touring Broadway musicals and special events at the Center for the Performing Arts. The Inaugural 2009-2010 Season, under the local banner of Broadway San Jose ~ A Nederlander Presentation begins September 15, 2009. more

5/14 [ html ] [ pdf ]
Team San Jose, Nederlander Concerts welcome local San Jose Civic team

San Jose, CA (May 14, 2009) –  Team San Jose and Nederlander Concerts welcome three new team members focused on attracting top touring artists and events to the San Jose Civic for music fans throughout San Jose and the Bay Area. The two organizations announced a partnership at the San Jose Civic in February 2009... more

5/09 [ html ] [ pdf ]
Cool Deals and Events Make Summer Vacations in San Jose Hot

SAN JOSE (May 8, 2009) –San Jose’s visitor industry is making it easy for travelers to get the most out of their vacation, with summer deals and events that make Silicon Valley a great destination offering a wide range of entertainment and recreation for all ages... more

2/09 [ html ] [ pdf ]
WHAT’S NEW IN SAN JOSE

SAN JOSE, CA (February 3, 2009) – The San Jose Convention & Visitors Bureau and Team San Jose, in celebration of the renewal of a five-year contract with the City of San Jose to run the convention and cultural facilities (with the option to renew for an additional six years), and the CVB’s 25th anniversary, announced the following industry promotions and developments... more

1/09 [ html ] [ pdf ]
Broadway Across America presents Broadway Tour of Chicago in San Jose, CA
CHICAGO performances January 14 – 18; Tickets on sale now at Ticketmaster

SAN JOSE, CA (December 18, 2008) – Broadway Across America, in partnership with Team San Jose, announced today they will exclusively present the previously scheduled engagement of CHICAGO, Broadway’s Tony® Award-winning phenomenon in January 2009 in San Jose. more

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Hotel Valencia Santana Row Welcomes AMGEN Tour
Sports Enthusiasts Can “Stay and Play” in San Jose with Cycling Classic and Other Entertainment

SAN JOSE, CALIF. - Jan. 23, 2009 – Hotel Valencia Santana Row is excited to welcome the largest road cycling event in America, the AMGEN Tour, by offering a special incentive for sports enthusiasts!  AMGEN spectators and participants will enjoy the “Stay and Play” package on Monday, February 16. “Stay and Play” includes a discounted room for two and a deluxe carbo-load breakfast buffet the next morning. Rates are from $249, per night, exclusive of tax. more