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🔎 Did you know? There are three dog parks in Downtown San Jose! 🐾
🐶 SoFA Pocket Park is open 7AM - 7:30PM and located at 540 S 1st St
🐩 Hart’s Dog Park is open 8AM - 8PM and located at 194 W Santa Clara St
🐕🦺 St. James Park is open 7AM - 8PM and located at N 2nd St &, E St James St
🦴 The dog parks have double-entry gates, outdoor furniture and sanitizing stations, and basic dog amenities such as dog bowls with fresh water
Plan your next puppy play date! Learn more at sjdowntown.com/dog-parks
#SJDidYouKnow #DowntownSanJose #DogParkOpen
Right here in Downtown San Jose, three powerhouse businesses are teaming up to support your success in dentistry — from training to healthcare uniforms.
Dental Specialties Institute: Offers stand-alone, state-certified certification courses with new classes every month. Popular classes include Infection Control, Radiation Safety, Coronal Polish, and more — all designed to get you skilled and certified quickly.
ScrubLyfe Uniforms: Your one-stop shop for professional, stylish, and comfortable medical scrubs and accessories. ScrubLyfe offers in-store shopping and on-site concierge services for schools and clinics.
Dental Perfections: Offers a complete, hands-on Dental Assisting course to prepare you to get hired and thrive in a dental office. Perfect for those new to the field and ready for a career change.
Whether you’re just starting out or leveling up your dental journey, these locally-owned businesses make it easy to train, suit up, and succeed — all in one place.
#DowntownSanJose #SupportLocalSJ #DentalCareers #DentalTraining #SanJoseBusiness #ScrubLife #DentalSpecialties #CareerInDentistry #SJDAWorks #DentalPerfectionsOpen
🌸 Mother’s Day is almost here — don’t forget to plan something special! 🌸
This Sunday, we celebrate the incredible moms, grandmas, aunties, and mother figures who fill our lives with love, strength, and inspiration.
✨ Downtown San Jose has everything you need to make her feel cherished — from brunch spots to unique gifts and sweet treats.
💐 Make those reservations or plans now to avoid the rush and give Mom the day she deserves.
And most of all, thank you for letting us be part of your special day 💐
#DTSJ #MothersDay #DowntownSanJose #LoveLocalSJ #ShopLocalOpen
🎨✨ For 22 years, our Downtown Doors program has turned blank doors and utility boxes into mini street galleries — all thanks to the incredible talent of local high school students!
These aren’t just pretty pictures — students from Title I schools earn honorariums, school art funding, and real-world creative experience. 🙌
🎉 This month, we’re celebrating the 2025 winners at our annual reception! Stay tuned to see their jaw-dropping artwork come to life across downtown San Jose.
🔗 Learn more at sjdowntown.com/foundation
#DTSJ #DowntownDoors #StudentArt #SanJose #PublicArt #ArtsEducation #SJDowntownOpen
🎉 2025 Arts Marketing Grant Winners Announced!
Fueling creativity. Driving downtown energy.
Thanks to support from @cityofsanjose DOT + @knightfdn, we`re awarding $80K in grants to 16 amazing arts orgs + event producers to help bring even more life to #DTSJ!
📣 Meet the winners: sjdowntown.com/2025-arts-marketing-grant
👏 Let’s hear it for the creatives powering our city!
#DTSJ #SJArts #KnightFoundation #ArtsInAction #DowntownSanJoseOpen
A Mother’s Day rooted in tradition, love, and family.
At Mezcal, every tortilla tells a story—and this Sunday, Adolfo Gomez is honoring the women who shaped his journey: his mom (who still hand-makes the tortillas daily), his grandmother, and all the incredible mothers in our community.
Outside, you’ll find their legacy painted in a beautiful mural. Inside, you’ll taste it in every bite—and in every sip of their signature cocktail, Mi Mama.
Celebrate this Mother’s Day the Mezcal way: with family, flavor, and heart.
Make your Mother’s Day reservation today at Mezcal!
#MezcalSanJose #MothersDaySJ #SupportLocalSJ #OaxacanRoots #SJDowntownEats #SanJoseEats #CelebrateMothers #BayAreaFoodies #FamilyTradition #DowntownSanJose #MezcalMomentsOpen
🗳️ District 3 Candidates Forum – Shaping the Future of San Jose
📅 May 22, 2025 | 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Scott’s Seafood Ballroom at The Rotary Summit Center
Join us for an evening of civic engagement as we team up with the @sanjosechamber and the @sjrotaryclub to host the District 3 Candidates Forum.
Meet the candidates, Gabby Chavez-Lopez and Antony Tordillos, as they share their vision for Downtown, our business districts, and the heart of San Jose.
✅ Free and open to all
🎟 Registration required – limited capacity!
🔗 Reserve your seat today at sjdowntown.com/d3/
#DTSJ #District3Forum #SanJoseElections #ShapingSanJose #CivicEngagementOpen
Big energy, bigger heart — Sharkie is more than just a mascot, he’s the spirit of the San Jose Sharks!
From rallying fans to hyping up the crowd, Sharkie brings the pulse to every game at the SAP Center.
Catch him in action and feel the heartbeat of Downtown San Jose.
Go Sharks!
📅 Game nights, community events & more — come say hi to Sharkie!
#SharkieSJ #SanJoseSharks #DowntownSanJose #SupportLocalSJ #SJEvents #SJSportsScene #MascotEnergy #HeartOfTheSharks #BayAreaHockey #SharksTerritory #OnlyInSanJoseOpen
Parking
Check the real-time availability of garages
Groundwerx
See Something, Say Something!
Have a service request or a safety issue? No app needed—just a quick and easy form! Snap a pic, add a brief description, share the location, and let us handle the rest. Keep our community clean, safe, and thriving!
Download our App
The official app for residents and visitors which allows you to easily report quality of life issues by sending pictures, a brief description and location information.
Follow us on Social
🔎 Did you know? There are three dog parks in Downtown San Jose! 🐾
🐶 SoFA Pocket Park is open 7AM - 7:30PM and located at 540 S 1st St
🐩 Hart’s Dog Park is open 8AM - 8PM and located at 194 W Santa Clara St
🐕🦺 St. James Park is open 7AM - 8PM and located at N 2nd St &, E St James St
🦴 The dog parks have double-entry gates, outdoor furniture and sanitizing stations, and basic dog amenities such as dog bowls with fresh water
Plan your next puppy play date! Learn more at sjdowntown.com/dog-parks
#SJDidYouKnow #DowntownSanJose #DogParkOpen
Right here in Downtown San Jose, three powerhouse businesses are teaming up to support your success in dentistry — from training to healthcare uniforms.
Dental Specialties Institute: Offers stand-alone, state-certified certification courses with new classes every month. Popular classes include Infection Control, Radiation Safety, Coronal Polish, and more — all designed to get you skilled and certified quickly.
ScrubLyfe Uniforms: Your one-stop shop for professional, stylish, and comfortable medical scrubs and accessories. ScrubLyfe offers in-store shopping and on-site concierge services for schools and clinics.
Dental Perfections: Offers a complete, hands-on Dental Assisting course to prepare you to get hired and thrive in a dental office. Perfect for those new to the field and ready for a career change.
Whether you’re just starting out or leveling up your dental journey, these locally-owned businesses make it easy to train, suit up, and succeed — all in one place.
#DowntownSanJose #SupportLocalSJ #DentalCareers #DentalTraining #SanJoseBusiness #ScrubLife #DentalSpecialties #CareerInDentistry #SJDAWorks #DentalPerfectionsOpen
🌸 Mother’s Day is almost here — don’t forget to plan something special! 🌸
This Sunday, we celebrate the incredible moms, grandmas, aunties, and mother figures who fill our lives with love, strength, and inspiration.
✨ Downtown San Jose has everything you need to make her feel cherished — from brunch spots to unique gifts and sweet treats.
💐 Make those reservations or plans now to avoid the rush and give Mom the day she deserves.
And most of all, thank you for letting us be part of your special day 💐
#DTSJ #MothersDay #DowntownSanJose #LoveLocalSJ #ShopLocalOpen
🎨✨ For 22 years, our Downtown Doors program has turned blank doors and utility boxes into mini street galleries — all thanks to the incredible talent of local high school students!
These aren’t just pretty pictures — students from Title I schools earn honorariums, school art funding, and real-world creative experience. 🙌
🎉 This month, we’re celebrating the 2025 winners at our annual reception! Stay tuned to see their jaw-dropping artwork come to life across downtown San Jose.
🔗 Learn more at sjdowntown.com/foundation
#DTSJ #DowntownDoors #StudentArt #SanJose #PublicArt #ArtsEducation #SJDowntownOpen
🎉 2025 Arts Marketing Grant Winners Announced!
Fueling creativity. Driving downtown energy.
Thanks to support from @cityofsanjose DOT + @knightfdn, we`re awarding $80K in grants to 16 amazing arts orgs + event producers to help bring even more life to #DTSJ!
📣 Meet the winners: sjdowntown.com/2025-arts-marketing-grant
👏 Let’s hear it for the creatives powering our city!
#DTSJ #SJArts #KnightFoundation #ArtsInAction #DowntownSanJoseOpen
A Mother’s Day rooted in tradition, love, and family.
At Mezcal, every tortilla tells a story—and this Sunday, Adolfo Gomez is honoring the women who shaped his journey: his mom (who still hand-makes the tortillas daily), his grandmother, and all the incredible mothers in our community.
Outside, you’ll find their legacy painted in a beautiful mural. Inside, you’ll taste it in every bite—and in every sip of their signature cocktail, Mi Mama.
Celebrate this Mother’s Day the Mezcal way: with family, flavor, and heart.
Make your Mother’s Day reservation today at Mezcal!
#MezcalSanJose #MothersDaySJ #SupportLocalSJ #OaxacanRoots #SJDowntownEats #SanJoseEats #CelebrateMothers #BayAreaFoodies #FamilyTradition #DowntownSanJose #MezcalMomentsOpen
🗳️ District 3 Candidates Forum – Shaping the Future of San Jose
📅 May 22, 2025 | 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Scott’s Seafood Ballroom at The Rotary Summit Center
Join us for an evening of civic engagement as we team up with the @sanjosechamber and the @sjrotaryclub to host the District 3 Candidates Forum.
Meet the candidates, Gabby Chavez-Lopez and Antony Tordillos, as they share their vision for Downtown, our business districts, and the heart of San Jose.
✅ Free and open to all
🎟 Registration required – limited capacity!
🔗 Reserve your seat today at sjdowntown.com/d3/
#DTSJ #District3Forum #SanJoseElections #ShapingSanJose #CivicEngagementOpen
Big energy, bigger heart — Sharkie is more than just a mascot, he’s the spirit of the San Jose Sharks!
From rallying fans to hyping up the crowd, Sharkie brings the pulse to every game at the SAP Center.
Catch him in action and feel the heartbeat of Downtown San Jose.
Go Sharks!
📅 Game nights, community events & more — come say hi to Sharkie!
#SharkieSJ #SanJoseSharks #DowntownSanJose #SupportLocalSJ #SJEvents #SJSportsScene #MascotEnergy #HeartOfTheSharks #BayAreaHockey #SharksTerritory #OnlyInSanJoseOpen
Academic Coffee
28 N. First St., Suite 1000
San Jose, CA 95113
(408) 279-1775
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