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Events

October 15, 2021Fuze Lounge, 58 S. 1st St., San Jose

Cocktails with Spotlight

This is a special event to thank our members who support our award-winning nonprofit journalism and allow us to continue...

Past Events

Events

September 16, 2021Virtual

San Jose Speaks: A conversation with county Superintendent of Schools Mary Ann Dewan

Public schools in Santa Clara County continue to grapple with distance learning, systemic inequities, mask mandates and the presence of...

Events

August 26, 2021Virtual

Common Ground: Gun Policy in Silicon Valley

In the wake of a mass shooting in San Jose that killed nine VTA workers, our expert panel brings together...

Events

July 26, 2021Virtual

San Jose Speaks: A conversation with Congressman Ro Khanna

Please join us for our next community conversation, as part of our San Jose Speaks series, with Silicon Valley Congressman...

Events

June 23, 2021Virtual

San Jose Speaks: A conversation with San Jose Police Chief Anthony Mata

Please join us for our next community conversation, as part of our San Jose Speaks series, with newly-appointed San Jose...

Events

May 24, 2021Virtual

Opportunity Housing: EXPLAINED

Join San José Spotlight, in partnership with Silicon Valley At Home, for a forum on Opportunity Housing. Hear from our...

Events

April 14, 2021Virtual

Understanding Emergency Rent Relief in Santa Clara County

The COVID-19 pandemic has heavily impacted renters and tenants over the last year. Hear from our expert panel of government...

Events

March 11, 2021Virtual

San Jose Speaks: A conversation with Santa Clara County Assessor Larry Stone

San José Spotlight welcomed Santa Clara County Assessor Larry Stone in its latest San Jose Speaks series, which features interactive...

Events

January 27, 2021Virtual

Two-Year Anniversary Celebration

We’re turning two! Join us for our annual birthday celebration and fundraiser. Hear about our accomplishments and what we have...

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