Nestled in Evergreen district in San Jose, Sikh Gurdwara of San José was established in the year 1984. This Sikh worship place is open to people from all backgrounds and walks of life. This worship facility is spread across an area of 90000 square feet (8361 square meters). It houses a large worship hall, a kitchen and a dining hall. It is visited by tens of thousands of worshippers every week. This Gurudwara complex is also home to a school for religious studies, a health facility and several basketball courts.
This is one of San Jose's rare galleries and performance spaces dedicated solely to alternative works, exhibitions and shows. Since the 1970s this place has stood out in Silicon Valley with its continuous showcasing of local and nationwide talent. Entirely volunteer-run, the gallery has sponsored a variety of events over the years, from video and new media artists to experimental performance works. Their diversified shows and exhibits attract people from all walks of life. Admission is free except for performance nights.
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral is the oldest church in San Jose and has been designated a Historic City Landmark for its architecture. Architect John W. Hammond created the design for this church, which was built in 1861 in the Carpenter Gothic architectural style. It is rich in history and is a different type of religious establishment, as it is the Cathedral Church for the Episcopal Diocese of El Camino Real. It is also a Downtown parish church and includes both Catholic and Protestant traditions.
Located about 22 miles (35.4 kilometers) away from San Jose, Flamenco Romantico is a dance institute like no other. Offering training in folk dance forms such as flamenco, bulerías and palmas, the school also known for the music classes it offers. Operated by the adorable musician-dancer couple - Federico Anteola Mejia and Marianna Baskin Gabriel Mejia, Flamenco Romantico plays host to diverse forms of dance recitals and cultural performances throughout the year. Many guest trainers and teachers are invited here for conducting dance and music workshops, lectures and discussions; check the website for their schedule of events.
Located at the corner of Alma Avenue and Senter Street, Blethen Field is a popular sports arena. Just a few minutes from San Jose Municipal Stadium, Blethen boasts of a seating capacity of about 5200 people. The facility is often used for practice by popular baseball and softball teams like San Jose Spartans and San Jose Giants and other University teams. The stadium features restrooms, concession stands and a press box as well. Several practice games and friendly matches are hosted at the Blethen Field all year round.
The EcoCenter is managed by the Environmental Volunteers, a non-profit institution that spreads awareness about science and nature among the general public. Acting as the headquarters of this organization, the EcoCenter has been constructed using non-toxic and recycled material, green design principles and eco-friendly practices. This center has interactive exhibits and touchscreen displays through which visitors can learn about climate change, the sky and earth. It conducts tours of the building to educate visitors about sustainable methods of construction and maintenance and also conducts numerous summer camps, classroom and school programs. Boasting of some of the best educational activities in Palo Alto for kids and adults alike, the themes covered include bird watching, hiking, programs and lectures on nature art and natural sciences as well as research training in which visitors generate data that actually helps scientists. Nature lovers can also volunteer at this center or donate money to support its endeavors.