Illusive Comics & Games, LLC

All are welcome at Illusive Comics &amp; Games, located in Santa Clara. Woman owned and all spectrum friendly, we are a brightly lit, well organized, and welcoming shop. It's easy for anyone to come in and wander, and shop. Roll some gorgeous dice and play some boardgames if you have the time. We will you pick out the perfect item you're looking for! We have the largest selection of new comics in the Bay Area. You can also find Dungeons &amp; Dragons, Pokemon, Magic: the Gathering, and a huge selection of boardgames. We've got comic books for every age, starting with Superhero board books. We have a full weekend of events all of the time, which we update on our website each week. There's also space for free Boardgaming for you and your friends. Illusive has been a Santa Clara mainstay since 2007. We're on Stevens Creek at Lawrence Expy and 280, next to Harbor Freight, on the other end of the center from MicroCenter. Open every day of the year, our Holiday Hours for 2026/27 are Mon 11a-7p Tues 12p-7p Wed 11a-8p Thur 11a-7p Fri 11a-9p Sat 10a-7p Sun 11a-7p (Libraries, Teachers and Schools- contact us for bulk ordering discounts for your schools and fundraising options!)

Santa Clara County

Bay Area

Campbell

California

All are welcome at Illusive Comics & Games, located in Santa Clara. Woman owned and all spectrum friendly, we are a brightly lit, well organized,...

Music Lessons: Voice- Piano- Guitar- Ukulele- Saxophone

Clint Blakely, Music Teacher

Need a creative activity for your kids? Looking to pick up the instrument you've always wanted to play, or rekindle an old passion? Take online music lessons with a university-trained music teacher! My name is Clint Blakely and I’m a product of Mountain View High School's performing arts departments, where I fell in love with music singing with the Madrigals. I hold a BA in Jazz Voice from USC's Thornton School of Music. I've played &amp; sung music around the world – Los Angeles bars &amp; clubs, Amsterdam concert halls, Rio de Janeiro churches... I love teaching lessons over Zoom! For the past 5 years, I’ve taught students all over the world whose ages range from 4 years old to 60+. My students have a wide variety of skill levels, from complete beginners to 10+ years of prior study. In my lessons, I combine technical instruction and creative exercises within a fun, encouraging atmosphere. I teach the following instruments/subjects: - Voice- Piano- Guitar- Ukulele- Saxophone- Songwriting- Jazz Improvisation- Arranging- Music Theory- Music Notation (Sibelius) Here are some links to my original music: https://soundcloud.com/clintblakely/bountiful-earth https://soundcloud.com/clintblakely/if-the-sun-goes-dark

Mountain View

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Voted Best HVAC & Refrigeration Company in the Bay Area

Cool Aid Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

❄️🔥 Why Homeowners Choose 1800COOLAID 1800COOLAID specializes in energy-efficient HVAC replacements that are designed to last. Their licensed technicians aren’t there to oversell—they’re trained to evaluate your home, energy use, and comfort needs to find the best cost-saving solution. Homeowners appreciate: * Free in-home assessments * Energy-saving system recommendations * Upfront pricing—no surprises * Fast installation schedules * Available financing options * Full warranty coverage * 24/7 support for any follow-up needs ﻿ 📍 Proudly Serving the Bay Area Homeowners trust 1800COOLAID for replacements, repairs, and maintenance across: Campbell, Cupertino, East Palo Alto, Fremont, Los Altos, Los Gatos, Menlo Park–Atherton, Milpitas, Mountain View, Newark, Palo Alto, Saratoga, Union City ﻿🥇 Voted Best HVAC &amp; Refrigeration Company in the Bay Area We are honored to have been voted the Best Commercial HVAC Company and #1 Business Refrigeration Company in San Jose and Santa Clara, CA. Our team is committed to maintaining this level of excellence by putting our customers first, offering smart solutions, and standing behind our work 100%.

❄️🔥 Why Homeowners Choose 1800COOLAID 1800COOLAID specializes in energy-efficient HVAC replacements that are designed to last. Their licensed...

The Harker School

The Harker School is one of the nation’s top college prep schools for offering students in kindergarten-grade 12 a high-quality, well-rounded and world-class education.

The Harker School is one of the nation’s top college prep schools for offering students in kindergarten-grade 12 a high-quality, well-rounded and...

Serving San Jose & Bay Area – HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical

Super Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Air - San Jose

Super Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Air in San Jose, CA proudly serves the entire Bay Area — including San Jose, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Fremont, Milpitas, and surrounding cities. We’re your one-stop shop for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services, offering everything from water heater replacement, tankless and heat pump systems, AC repair, and furnace installation to bathroom remodeling, whole-house repiping, and EV charger installation. Whether your air conditioner isn’t cooling, your heater needs repair, or you’re upgrading to energy-efficient systems, our licensed professionals are ready to help. As a family-owned California company, Super Brothers is known for quality craftsmanship, transparent pricing, and excellent customer care. Call today or visit our website to schedule your next service with Super Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Air – San Jose, proudly keeping Bay Area homes safe, comfortable, and efficient.

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Super Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Air - San...

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Join us at a midnight launch party for George R R Martin's long awaited 5th novel in the Song of Ice and Fire series: A Dance with Dragons.  Reserve your copy today! We will not close the store that night so you are all welcome before the midnight hour when the books officially go on sale.  Activities, refreshments abound.  What a blast. FREE!!

A Dance with Dragons: Song of Ice and Fire #5 by George R R Martin Midnight Launch Party

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Silicon Valley Open Studios-Week 2!
Join us in the garden for this popular annual Mother’s Day Weekend event!
Browse the work of 9 local artists showcasing Jewelry &amp; Wearable Art, Painting, Mixed Media/Printmaking,&nbsp; Photography,&nbsp; Glass Art, Fiber Arts and more.
Shop gifts for the home and garden. Bring Mom and let her pick out her own unique Mothers Day gift.

Local Event: Fresh Air, Fresh Art!

Fresh Air, Fresh Art!

Silicon Valley Open Studios-Week 2!
Join us in the garden for this popular annual Mother’s Day Weekend event!
Browse the work...

Sunnyvale Community Center

Learn how to lower expenses and reduce pollution with electric homes and cars.
The Electrify Your Life Fair is for anyone who wants to save money and cut down on pollution at home and in the community. Join to learn how to switch from gas cars and home appliances to clean, electric options.
Activities include:
<ul><li>EV Ride and Drive: Take live test drives in electric vehicles (EVs). To test drive, register here to reserve a time slot for YOUR test drive or ride! Reserving ONE time slot allows you to test drive and test ride more than one car during that time slot. Availability of vehicles is dependent on the number of attendees. Read below for more details.</li><li>EV Display Area: See different EV models and ask owners about their experiences.</li><li>Electric Home Experts: Learn about heat pumps, induction stoves and other electric appliances.</li><li>Rebate Information: Find out about programs rebates that can help you save.</li></ul>
Please note: If you are not participating in the EV Ride and Drive activity, you do not need to register for the event. You can walk in!
Additional EV Ride and Drive Activity Information:
Go to the registration booth upon arrival, present your license, fill out a form and wait for your turn!
Following your test drive, complete the post-survey and receive a food voucher for the on-site complimentary taco/burrito food truck. Complete the scavenger hunt with the static vehicles and enter for a chance to win a gift card!
<ul><li>Note: Drivers must be at least 21 years of age. Those under 21 can be riders. If attendees are the age/weight for a car seat, attendees must be brought to the event.</li><li>Walk-ins are welcome.</li></ul>
Electric Vehicles at past EV Ride and Drives that were available for test drives*:
<ul><li>Ford F-150 Lightning</li><li>Ford MachE</li><li>Toyota bZ4X</li><li>Kia Niro</li><li>Volvo C40</li><li>Lucid Air</li></ul>
*EVs available to test drive at the event are not known until the day of the event.

Local Event: Electrify Your Life Fair: EV Ride and Drive Activity

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Electrify Your Life Fair: EV Ride and Drive...

Learn how to lower expenses and reduce pollution with electric homes and cars.
The Electrify Your Life Fair is for anyone who...

Electrify Your Life Fair: EV Ride and Drive Activity

Historic Saratoga Village

Celebrate Mom Early with a Day She Deserves! 
Join us the day before Mother’s Day for a fun-filled wine tasting experience made just for celebrating all the amazing moms out there! 
Sip, swirl, and savor a curated selection of wines in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Every mom will receive a special wine tag for her glass—a little keepsake just for her! 
Capture the memories at our photo station with fun props—perfect for snapping pics with your favorite people. 
This event is sure to give your palate a treat with tasting up to 32 exquisite wines, as you discover local and Santa Cruz Mountains wines. 
Grab your moms, grandmas, sisters, best friends, and the whole crew for a day out you won’t want to miss. Because let’s be honest… moms deserve more than just one day!
Tickets are on sale now&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; In Advance tickets: $60.24 (includes tax &amp; fees)&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; At the Door: $70.93 (includes tax &amp; fees)

Local Event: Saratoga Spring Wine Experience

Saratoga Spring Wine Experience

Celebrate Mom Early with a Day She Deserves! 
Join us the day before Mother’s Day for a fun-filled wine tasting experience made...

SJZ Break Room

Acoustic Sisters is a new duo project of internationally renowned jazz guitarist Mimi Fox and blues/jazz singer Pamela Rose. An intimate evening of duets, steeped in early blues, folk, gospel and original material, the set brings together two long-time collaborators and friends who share unparalleled communication onstage.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Local Event: MImi Fox & Pamela Rose - May 9 San Jose!

MImi Fox & Pamela Rose - May 9 San Jose!

Acoustic Sisters is a new duo project of internationally renowned jazz guitarist Mimi Fox and blues/jazz singer Pamela Rose. An...

🌱 Patch AM: How a single vote cleared the way...

Coming up: Electrify Your Life Fair: EV Ride and Drive Activity on the Mountain View Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How a single vote cleared the way for Castro Commons

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Dublin Prison Ex-Officer Sentenced For Sex...

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Disneyland License Plates Coming To CA: How To...

Sales from the license plates will go toward raising money for children's hospitals across the state.

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