History of Alum Rock
In 1872, San Jose City fathers were compelled to build a magnificent tree-lined, seven-mile-long brick road from downtown San Jose to the newly designated Alum Rock Park, which was a gift from the State of California to the people of San Jose. This path can be traveled today on Alum Rock Avenue, and ARVBA embraces the historic significance of this route. (click here for more) |
Mark your calendar!
ARVBA’s Annual San Jose Salsa Festival takes place in Alum Rock Village every August. Click here for more information about his event. |
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2010 Salsa Tasting ContestAlicia's (Window # 5)
was the overall winner
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| Window | Restaurant |
| 1 | Chalateco |
| 2 | Plaza Garibaldi |
| 3 | El Pirrin |
| 4 | Gecko Grill |
| 5 | Alicia's |
| 6 | Zapata's |
Thanks to everyone who participated
and attended the festival!
Get ready for another Hot! Hot! Hot! community festival in Alum Rock Village!
3rd Annual San Jose Salsa Festival
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Noon to 8:00 PM
Free Admission!
Alum Rock Avenue from White Road to Millar and Manning Avenues will be closed to traffic and the Village will once again take on the festive atmosphere of an Old-Time Street Fair in a quaint Town Square.
For your pleasure, the Alum Rock Village Business Association will present:
- A full day of Musical Entertainment featuring the Bay Area’s Finest Salsa Bands performing at our huge covered stage!
- Our Fantastic Children’s Entertainment Area with its own stage and special guests!
- Our Best-Tasting Salsa Contest!
- Our Best Amateur Salsa-Dancing Contest!
- Scores of white-topped canopies will line the street – each offering FUN, FOOD, Arts/Crafts and activities for the whole FAMILY! Admission is FREE!
Main Stage Program
Noon to 1:00 PM - Bay Area Extreme DJ
1:00 to 1:30 PM - Opening Ceremonies
1:45 to 3:30 PM - Orquesta Saboricua
3:45 to 5:30 PM - Latin Affect
5:30 to 7:00 PM - Salsa Dance Demo, Lesson, Dance Contest (Dance Contest features Orquesta Borinquen)
7:00 to 7:45 PM - Orquesta Borinquen
7:45 to 8:00 PM - Closing Remarks
Salsa Tasting Contest - Noon to 4:00 or until the salsa runs out!
Children's Area - Opens at Noon for crafts and demos
Children's Stage Performances - 1:00 to 6:30 PM
Children's Carnival Rides - Noon to 8:00 PM
Info? 408-272-7008 or JudyET@earthlink.net
To pay your Sponsor or Vendor fees, you can use the Donate button at the right or mail a check made out to “ARVBA” to ARVBA, P.O. Box 731470, San Jose, CA 95173-1470.
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