| Parks and Recreation Kindermusic program started Jan. 22, 2003. Many more programs will follow. |
| Rear of the building during renovation |
| Youth Center rear view |
| Youth Center front at driveway entrance |
| photos below taken before renovation |
| Significant donations have been received from: |
| IBM Corporation (fund for community service)* |
| Almaden Valley Women's Club (Almaden Art and Wine Festival) |
| Doreen Susanj Arthur (Daughter of Matthew Susanj) |
| * This fund has donated several times over many years. |
| On Line Donations. Use PAYPAL to make a convienent and secure online donation. |
| Boy Scout knot board in corner by piano |
| Recent martial arts class |
| Almaden Seniors 1972 Anniversary Cutting the Cake |
| Check out the photo album of the past Almaden Seniors activities. The Youth Center served this group and others for many years. Building renovation will allow service to the community to continue in collaboration with programs operated by The Almaden Community Center and The Parks and Receration Department. |
| Sorry - The link is broken and photos are not viewable. |
| Visitor Count |
| Matthew Susanj Youth Center History |
| Use Guidelines |
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| Director: Dave Sargent |
| Aerial Photograph |
| 2004 / 2005 Building Renovation / Sanitary System / Parking Lot |
| Our initial renovation projects have been completed. The Youth Center has received additional funding for: 1:Connection to City Sewer Service and Water Connection (Completed) 2: Parking Lot Paving (Completed) 3: Roofing and Flooring. (Roofing completed.) Flooring, plumbing, electrical and kitchen projects are pending. |
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| Many people wonder, "What is that old building tucked back in the corner next to the Toys-R-Us Store at Blossom Hill Road and ALmaden Expressway?" It Is the Matthew Susanj Youth Center built about 1947 to serve youth programs of the South valley. It has continued to serve as a Youth and Community Center to this day. It is currently undergoing renovation. |
| Matthew Susanj Youth Center, Inc. |
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| LOCATION: 1088 Blossom Hill Road at Almaden Expressway, San Jose, CA 95123 |
| MAILING ADDRESS: c/o Dave Sargent, PO Box 20903, San Jose, CA 95160 |
| Your donation to the Youth Center will help us to serve the community by providing facility space for a multitude of youth and other community service programs. The Matthew Susanj Youth Center, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization (EIN furnished on request). All contributions are fully tax deductable. Contributions may be made by check to Matthew Susanj Youth Center, Inc. and mailed to the PO Box above. Also, donations may be made online through PAYPAL. PAYPAL provides a safe and secure method of transfering funds directly from financial instutions. Donations may also be made by credit card through PAYPAL. Along with the PAYPAL receipt of payment, all donations over $250 will receive verification by mail or email if an address is provided. A receipt for lesser amounts will also be provided if requested. Donations go directly to the operation of the Youth Center. All persons associated with the Youth Center are volunteer, and there are no paid staff. Your donation will be used in the most efficient way possible with no hidden costs. Thank you. |
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| (These classes have been in progress since the mid 1970's) |
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| Parks and Recreation T'ai Chi program started at the youth center in Feb.,2003. |
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| NOTE: Youth Center users are encouraged volunteer to donate supplies, time, and, funds. ASK HOW |
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| Over 30 years at the Youth Center |
| Major renovation funding has been provided by the City of San Jose, Parks and Receration, Healthy Neighborhood Venture Fund (HNVF). |
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| Next Generation summer theatrical program -- lots of fun for all! |
| August 2006 |