Metro

09/12/2025

In this week’s Metro, and chat with , who does his own stunts and shared how he was able to hang upside down in the 1988 comedy “A Fish Called Wanda.”

Cleese also talks about Monty Python’s “spam” sketch and how it contributed a vital piece of terminology to the Silicon Valley lexicon.

Cleese appears Sunday at for what is sure to be a hilarious discussion and screening of Monty Python and the Holy Grail.

09/12/2025

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09/05/2025

South Bay events this week include at Bus Barn Theater, Tennis at Mountain Winery, at Shoreline Amphitheatre, and at Guild Theatre. You’ll also find community favorites like in Sunnyvale and at St. James Park.

Go to metrosiliconvalley.com to view these and many more events.

09/05/2025

This week’s Metro cover story looks at the rise of film photography as it rebounds amid a sea of digital images. Photographers are turning to analog cameras and film processing, highlighting both the challenges and rewards of the medium. Local labs and communities are reporting increased activity as interest grows in traditional methods of image-making. Read “Back to Analog” by Panashe Matemba-Mutasa on page 10.

Also featured in this issue are three additional stories: "Testimony Seals Fate" on Omar Torres, whose accuser recounted his testimony and who was convicted and provided an 18-year sentence; "Mysterious Macsa Fire" about a suspicious fire that demolishes a youth center with dashing revival dreams; and "Mideast Sweets" on Arab bakeries bringing signature confections to local communities.

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08/28/2025

South Bay events this week include performances by , , Suici deboys, and Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox at venues in San Jose and Mountain View.

Go to metrosiliconvalley.com to view these and many more events.

08/27/2025

Locally raised Mexican-American rapper and Silicon Valley Pride headliner is on the cover of this week’s Metro. SV Pride celebrates 50 years of community visibility and power the South Bay.

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08/21/2025

South Bay events events this week include performances by , , , , , Art Lande Quartet, , , and Pamela Gullard at venues in San Jose, Mountain View, Saratoga and Menlo Park.

Go to metrosiliconvalley.com to view these and many more events.

08/20/2025

Metro’s annual Fall Arts issue surveys the valley’s performing and visual arts landscape this week.

San Jose Chamber Orchestra, New Ballet and Palo Alto Players announce their seasons. SJSU’s Center for Literary Arts presents Natalie Diaz at the Hammer Theater.

Provocative shows light up the walls at Works San Jose and ICA San Jose. The cities of Santa Clara and Mountain View have art and wine festivals, and Palo Alto has its Public Art Festival, Code:ART, an interactive media art festival that transforms downtown Palo Alto into a hub of light and sound.

08/20/2025

🎟️ GIVEAWAY ALERT 🎟️

We’re giving away 4 pairs of tickets to the 50th Silicon Valley PRIDE Parade & Festival happening Aug. 30–31 at Plaza de Cesar Chavez in Downtown San Jose.

This year marks a historic milestone 50 years of Love, Legacy & Liberation with a lineup featuring community celebrations, Sunday’s Pride Parade, and live performances including San Jose native & Latin GRAMMY-nominated artist Snow Tha Product headlining Saturday night.

Drawing: Wednesday, Aug. 27
Join here: wklys.co/PRIDE50

08/15/2025

This week’s Metro cover story looks at how a generation is entering a workforce in which smart work is being automated by artificial intelligence.

In news, Santa Clara County wants to raise taxes. After buying four hospitals and doubling the number of beds, its huge health care system now eats up more than half the county’s nearly $14 billion budget—and Trump just took $1 billion away. San Joseans, say hi to 10% sales taxes.

Our dining writer travels to Clark’s Oyster Bar in Menlo Park to sample lobster rolls and crab cakes. And Silicon Alleys columnist Gary Singh recaps the San Jose Jazz Summer Fest.

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08/14/2025

Nominations are open for Best of Silicon Valley 2025. Recognize excellence by nominating the businesses and amenities you fancy. Go to wklys.co/BOSV2025 to cast your ballot.

01/26/2024

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