2024 in San Jose: Events and Milestones to Remember

2024 is shaping up to be a year full of events, with a variety of exciting celebrations and milestones. Let’s take a closer look at some of them:

1. 40th Anniversary of the Apple Macintosh: In January, the legendary Macintosh computer will celebrate its 40th birthday. The Computer History Museum is organizing a special exhibition called “Hello. Mac@40,” featuring exhibits and stories from former Apple employees, showcasing the development and beginnings of this iconic computer.

2. 50th Anniversary of the San Jose Earthquakes: Throughout the year, the San Jose Earthquakes will commemorate their 50th year of existence. To kick off the celebrations, the Quakes Foundation and PG&E will donate $200,000 to food security initiatives, and 50 soccer-themed murals will be displayed across Northern California. The highlight will be the “California Clásico” match against L.A. Galaxy.

3. Opening of the San Jose Giants: Baseball fans can look forward to the opening day of the San Jose Giants on April 5th. But before that, on January 9th, the annual Hot Stove Banquet will take place, honoring Ritch Price and other notable figures. Join Chris Townsend, the Oakland A’s presenter, for this exciting event.

4. San Jose Jazz Winter Sessions: San Jose Jazz will continue to support Bay Area musicians by awarding grants totaling $20,000. Don’t miss the newly created works by Marcus Shelby, Chika Di, and other artists at the SJZ Break Room from February 2nd to March 9th.

5. Cinequest Film Festival: Film enthusiasts can mark their calendars for the Cinequest Film Festival, taking place from March 7th to 17th. Additionally, films and special events will be available on the Cinejoy platform from March 21st to 31st. The festival’s split schedule allows for more space for mainstream films delayed due to strikes.

These are just a few of the exciting events happening in 2024. From the Silicon Valley Auto Show to Viva CalleSJ and various running events, there is something for everyone. Moreover, this is an important year in San Jose’s history, commemorating the 50th anniversary since Janet Gray Hayes became the first woman to lead one of the largest cities in the USA, as well as the 90th birthday of the historic San Jose Civic Auditorium. Let us celebrate together this year full of milestones!

FAQ

What is the Computer History Museum?
The Computer History Museum is a museum located in Mountain View, California, dedicated to the history of computers and information technology.

Who are the San Jose Earthquakes?
The San Jose Earthquakes are a professional soccer club from San Jose, California, competing in Major League Soccer.

When will the San Jose Giants’ season open?
The San Jose Giants’ season will open on April 5th.

Sources:
– Computer History Museum: computerhistory.org
– San Jose Earthquakes: sjearthquakes.com
– San Jose Jazz: sanjosejazz.org
– Cinequest Film Festival: cinequest.org

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