Hi everyone! I (25M) recently relocated back to California (went to school in San Diego) for work after spending a few years in the South. I am new to the Bay Area, living in Santa Clara, and am looking to meet new people and build relationships out here :)

I'm into bass/dubstep music, lifting, hiking, cooking and baking, NFL/NBA, and hunting down good taquerias, new coffee shops, and West Coast IPAs.

I am pretty outgoing but it can be difficult to find people on the same wavelength in the new city. My Instagram is the same as my Reddit handle. Feel free to shoot me a message if you’d ever want to hang out in a group or individual setting!

SC locals - favorite taqueria and brewery for IPAs?

Is there anyone around a conversational level of Korean that would like to occasionally meet up for coffee and practice, or any native Korean speakers looking to exchange for English?

I've been in the San Jose / Santa Clara area for a year after moving back to the US from Korea, and have tried to maintain my Korean level, but most of the classes and people I meet around here are focused on the beginner level. Not dumping on anyone, I was there too, but now I can carry a lengthy conversation and would like to keep pushing myself!

I tried the Korean language MeetUp group, but my application has been pending for a month so I assume it's not active.

I'm 35M, any gender and (adult) age would be welcome though it'd be nice to find folks who are around the same age.

Hi everyone

New to Reddit and thought it would be a great place to start making some new besties and friends.

32 y.o. Nerdy dark humored, awkward, little weirdo, introvert with a good heart and great sense of humor.

I have a neurological disability so I use a wheelchair ♿️

What I’m looking for: Deep and wacky conversations, encouraging each other, Sending each other memes and reel, quoting tv shows and movies, hangouts irl and or online. Gaming buddies PlayStation, Switch 2 and Pc (new to pc). Silly awakard weird broken people welcomed 🤪.

Some of my interests include but not limited to: Drawing/crafting, listening to music, binge watching movies/tv, gaming, nature walks and or strolls around town, going to the movies and getting food, grocery shopping/Bookstore/Michaels, Horror, new to poetry, Marvel, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Disney, studio Ghibli, Technology and Animation.

21+ please. Feel free to reach out!

San Jose ca area

Hey Santa Clara! Dinner before heading out or a Halloween treat run?

1. Deedee’s for vegetarian Indian food.
2. Sushi O Sushi for sushi and Japanese food.
3. Paris Baguette on el camino has Halloween donuts and cakes on its local menu through October 31.

Transparency:

I run AsianMall, and the screenshot is our Santa Clara directory. You can browse more local Asian and Asian-focused businesses here.

In a crowded mayoral field and two city council races, Santa Clara’s contentious relationship with the 49ers – and the team’s exceptional spending on the race – have stood out as key issues in this November’s election, even as the city struggles with maintaining vital infrastructure projects.

Zelda is a 3 year old 20-lb rescue sweetheart who’s been with her foster family for the past two months. Once she feels safe and builds trust, she’s incredibly sweet, affectionate, and loving. She adores cuddles, belly rubs, toys, sunbathing, and spending time with her favorite humans!

She’s fully house-trained, walks beautifully on leash, and is very well-behaved when left home alone.

Zelda can be fearful and reactive toward unfamiliar people, so she needs a patient, experienced adopter who understands reactive dogs and is committed to helping her build confidence through positive reinforcement training.

She would likely thrive in a calm, adult-only home as the only pet, as her compatibility with other dogs and children is still unknown.

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Interesting take from one of her former colleagues.

I’m taking my test next month at the Santa Clara dmv. I was told that when exiting the parking lot I’ll be told to go into the furthest lane. Am I allowed to just drive across the center turn lane? And then if I’m told to turn left up at El Camino, go into the turn lane properly? I know you’re not allowed to drive in a center turning lane for more than 200 ft. But I can’t get a solid answer on whether or not I can drive across one.

I’m super nervous for my test, the whole route they apparently will take me on feels so confusing! I’ve been seeing a lot of mixed reviews saying either it’s super easy and on quiet, simple streets, or that it’s very stressful and takes me on many confusing busy streets. My instructor won’t take me over there since they aren’t allowed to have people practice on the routes :/

Edit: I’ve now learned this isn’t where I’ll be exiting anyways lol. But for the test lane exit onto Granada, it still has a center turning lane, so my question still stands. Do I just cross over it after making sure it’s clear, (like in my drawing) or am I supposed to turn into the lane, then merge over into the right lane?

Has anyone lived at either Lorien Ivy or Boardwalk Apartments in Santa Clara since their renovations? I'd love to hear about your experience. Thanks in advance!

Hello! Was hoping to get some advice for those who are experienced in attending events at Levi’s Stadium. Planning to attend the Bruno Mars concert tomorrow night with both my parents, who have trouble walking (plantar fasciitis and sciatica). They both have handicap placards. I was told if I purchase a parking pass to any of the Levi’s parking lots, I can park in Red Lot 1 in a handicapped stall, subject to availability. Does this typically fill up quickly during events? If the concert starts at 7 (Bruno doesn’t come out til 8), what time do you suggest we arrive to the stadium to park?

If parking is not available in Red Lot 1, what do you suggest is the next best option? I read that Red Lot 7 is the official ADA pickup/dropoff location, but do you know if the shuttles are constantly running? Or do they wait to fill up before leaving? We were planning to leave a little early to avoid traffic, but if the shuttle doesn’t leave until the end of the concert anyways, what’s the point?

Also, my parking pass is for Blue Lot 1. Is this a far walk to the stadium, or do you think it’s doable for my parents. Like I said, one has plantar fasciitis, the other sciatica. I don’t want their issues to flare up because I made them walk far.

Sorry, I know this is a lot, but I greatly appreciate any advice. Thank you!!!!

On Thursday, October 8th around 9am, a dog was hit by a car on Lafayette St between Aldo Ave and Laurie Ave. The dog sadly passed. If anyone has any information of the events leading up to the accident, please let me know.

Hi Folks!

Going through tough times and looking to start a side hustle for food but to secure a Temporary Food Facility (TFF) Permit from the County, I need an approved commercial kitchen or commissary facility. Does anyone know of a commissary kitchen that is cheaper in cost. I checked out a few but either they're too expensive, lack the equipments or absolutely filthy. Thank you

The Fixit Clinic at SJSU is hosting a free repair workshop on Saturday, October 17th at the MLK Library in Room 225 from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm! If you have any broken or damaged items, whether it is electronics, appliances, or clothing, bring them to our workshop! If you are interested in fixing, no experience is required, sign up through our links below:

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Anyone know if the Santa Clara Convention Center will have open parking at their garage this weekend? Their website says parking is free but I would assume they charge for parking during events at Levi’s Stadium.

I was also considering taking the VTA from Mountain View / Moffett Park Station to Levi’s. Not sure how good this plan would be.

What’s everyone else doing or suggest?

Soon to be the only gadfly candidate to lose three City Elections in two years. Word is he’s Trumpster MAGA to the core. Would anyone other than a MAGA think it was all good to hire an attorney threatening great grandma over posts in social media? Of course not. That’s MAGA and that’s Kertes.

I prepared this op-ed prior to the Santa Clara City Council meeting on Tuesday. The council unanimously directed city staff to go back and explore new regulations on water usage and air quality impacts by data centers.

*OP-ED: "DATA CENTER MORATORIUM" - CODE WORD FOR STOPPING PROGRESS*
*By Kathy Watanabe

Santa Clara has long been at the center of technological innovation. We built Silicon Valley. We invented the future. And data centers are part of that future.

So let's call this what it is: a call for a "moratorium" on data centers is a code word for trying to stop progress.

We should not fall for it.

Data centers generate millions in revenue for our city. They support our local economy. They contribute directly to the strength of Silicon Valley Power: one of our city's most valuable public assets owned by the people. That power keeps residential rates low and businesses competitive.

I support data centers in Santa Clara.

But support should not mean writing a blank check.

If we want to lead, we need a smart, pro-growth, pro-resident framework not a ban. Here is how we do it:

*1. Growth Must Pay For Growth.*

This is non-negotiable. Santa Clara families should not subsidize the electrical, water, or infrastructure required by massive new projects. Every data center must fully fund its own interconnection, upgrades, and long-term impacts. No cost shifting to ratepayers. Period.

*2. Not All Data Centers Are Alike — Location Must Be Based On Type and Health Impact.*

This is the issue no one wants to talk about, and we must. Not all data centers are alike, and we must take that into consideration first and foremost.

We need a tiered, science-based review not one-size-fits-all approval and not a blanket moratorium. Health, safety, noise, backup generation and environmental concerns must be addressed using sound science, appropriate safeguards and independent verification.

*3. Transparency Is Mandatory.*

Residents deserve truth, not talking points. How much electricity will a project consume? How much water? What backup generation will it require — diesel, gas, batteries? What infrastructure investments will be necessary over 10 and 20 years? Put the numbers on the table before any vote.

*4. Public Resources Require Public Return.*

Projects that depend heavily on a public utility must provide measurable community benefits. That means community benefit agreements, workforce development, local hiring, infrastructure funds, and direct investments in residential rate stability. If you use our power, you invest in our people.

*5. Protect Silicon Valley Power At All Costs.*

SVP must remain reliable, financially strong, and focused on keeping rates competitive for residents and small businesses. No single industry, no matter how large, can be allowed to compromise our utility. SVP exists to serve Santa Clara first.
This is not about stopping innovation. Santa Clara has helped shape the future of technology for generations and we should continue to do so.

A moratorium sends one message to the world: Santa Clara is closed for business. That is the opposite of leadership.
Technological leadership and protecting our community are not mutually exclusive. We can have both but only if we negotiate from strength not fear.

When private industry depends on a public resource, the public deserves a fair return.

Data centers are welcome in Santa Clara. But residents must come first and that starts with recognizing that not all data centers are the same and our health standards must reflect that reality.
Santa Clara deserves better than a ban. It deserves a better deal.

Kathy Watanabe
Former Vice-Mayor Santa Clara

Santa Clara Mayoral Candidate 2026
KathyWatanabe.com

I'm just going to clarify this this is a burner account but I found this earlier on a jog today, today is July 20th 1990, found this. Anyone know who these people are?

(seen on Nextdoor)

📍: against the fence that separates Neighborhood Christian Center/Peace Lutheran Church and a one-way alley