Upcoming Events

Interested in learning more about birds? Join the Open Space Authority and Santa Clara Valley Bird Alliance for a fun-filled morning of birdwatching! Participants will explore the habitat, spot and identify birds and learn interesting facts from on-site bird experts. All birder levels are welcome!

Join the Open Space Authority for a morning of planting native vegetation around newly restored cattle ponds at Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve that serve as critical habitat for California red-legged frogs, Northwestern pond turtles and other important species.

The Open Space Authority is proud to sponsor San Jose Museum of Art's Community Day: Día de los Muertos, a full day of live entertainment, cultural demonstrations, and an eclectic mix of artmaking experiences. Come visit our booth during this diverse and multicultural celebration!

The Open Space Authority is proud to sponsor History San José's San José Roots, a celebration of San José’s history, starting with its earliest periods to its present innovative spirit. The free program aims to provide a platform for cultural exchange, storytelling and artistic expression, showcasing the rich historical and contemporary contributions of various communities in San José.

Join the Open Space Authority for a morning of planting native vegetation around newly restored cattle ponds at Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve that serve as critical habitat for California red-legged frogs, Northwestern pond turtles and other important species.

Join the Open Space Authority for an engaging evening hike to explore a Coyote Valley property not yet open to the public. The walk will be a gentle 0.5-mile climb up a lovely spiral trail, ending in a beautiful 360 view of Coyote Valley.

Don't miss this unique birding experience! The Santa Clara Valley Bird Alliance will be leading an enchanting hike at Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve and helping attendees spot and identify native birds. All birder levels are welcome!

The Open Space Authority seeks new interpretive host volunteers who will represent the Authority at community outreach and large-scale events, participate in trail patrols and/or lead hikes as docents. Spend the morning learning about interpretive host techniques and upcoming volunteer opportunities.