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CALLING ALL ARTISTS! CALLING ALL ARTISTS!
The Fremont Art Association is pleased to announce the 43rd Annual Fine Art Show.
Entry of original artwork into the show is open to artists from the Bay Area and beyond. Prizes will be awarded in 5 categories: Oils and Acrylics, Water Media, Graphics (includes Pastel, Graphite, Mixed Media) Photography and Computer-generated and Three-Dimensional.
This year’s event will be juried by Jane Hofstetter, an award-winning popular workshop instructor and juror of many art shows. |
September 26 through October 12, 2008
September 27th
Reception & Awards
4:00pm to 6:00 pm
Fremont Art Association Gallery
37659 Niles. Blvd,
Fremont, CA 94536 |
More Info: 792.0905
The entry form and prospectus can be picked up at the Gallery or downloaded from their website at www.FremontArtAssociation.org.
The deadline for mailing your entry form is September 14. |
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Zany, Wacky, Tacky, Fun -The best 9 holes you'll ever play!
More Info on the Pink Flamingo Page!
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October 5th, 2008
Noon - 4PM
Watering Hole (last hole) open with refreshments 3- 5pm. |
More Info: 742-9868 info@niles.org Niles Main Street Association
Proceeds benefit the Niles Main Street Association, a tax exempt, non-profit community based organization dedicated to historic preservation and economic revitalization of the Niles District. |
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NILES ART 
WALK
Footsteps Image courtesy of Wendy Baumgardner, About.com Walking Guide
Maps can be picked up at
Corrie Glass
37683 Niles Blvd. |
Join us Second Saturdays monthly for art, music, and appetizers.
Noon - 4PM |
More Info: 742-9868 info@niles.org Niles Main Street Association |
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7 PM
Niles Edison Theater, 37417 Niles Boulevard, Fremont, CA 94536
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More info: NESFM on the web
Admission: $5
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 Niles Canyon Railway
ENJOY SCENIC TRAIN RIDES ON THE HISTORIC TRANSCONTINENTAL GATEWAY TO THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY.
2008 Train of Lights
Nov 28 - Dec 29
MORE TRAINS! MORE FUN!
Niles Canyon Railway Website sales start 10:00am Monday, October 6
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Regular Sunday Trains
Now Running
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1st & 3rd Sundays |
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– Through October –
Powered by Robert Dollar No. 3 steam engine
(Robbie the Tank Engine) with regular departures throughout the day on
September 21, October 5 & 19
Sunol
10:30 AM
12:00
1:30
3:00
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Niles
11:10 AM
12:40 PM
2:10
3:40* |
* One Way, does not return to Niles
November* —
December* —
* (No daytime trains)
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
 SEE TIMETABLE
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More info: Niles Canyon Railway
(408)249-2953
(925)862-9063
 Golden Spike Docents Needed in Niles, Contact:
Michael McNevin
Docent Coordinator
NilesGoldenSpike@aol.com
(510) 789-9714
(# only active on Train Days)
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December 13th 2008
Noon- 5 PM
The Niles Holiday Home Tour is a driving/walking tour of Niles homes, decorated for the holidays.
Enjoy stylishly decorated homes in Historic Niles and a plentiful reception with holiday entertainment.
The Tour promotes the preservation of Niles' rich history and appreciation of our varied architectural assets. With the Niles Holiday Home Tour, we celebrate our community's long tradition of civic commitment, neighborhood charm, diversity, and friendliness.
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More Info: 742-9868
info@niles.org
Niles Main Street Association
We suggest you begin the tour by 3:00 PM
Proceeds of the tour benefit the Niles Main Street Association, a non-profit 501(c)(3) association dedicated to the revitalization and historic preservation of Niles. |
 Date: May 2009 TBD
Niles Main Street Wildflower, Art and Garden Show -
The Garden Tour is from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
The rest of the festival, which is located along Niles Boulevard in Fremont, is from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and is free.
Contact Info www.niles.org 510-742-9868
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Charlie Chaplin Days
IMPERSONATORS ROAMING THE STREETS: Look for Charlies all around Niles and on Sunday, riding the steam train!
PENNY CARNIVAL GAMES: Bean Bag Toss, Cupcake Walk – fun for all!
LOOKALIKE CONTESTS: Come dressed up like Charlie or another movie star and win a prize!
CHARLIES EVERYWHERE! Look for hundreds of Charlies on display all throughout town in different antique stores, businesses & the silent film museum. Posters, pictures, lamps – you name it!
FILM SHORTS SAT & SUN at the Museum
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June 2009 TBD
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. in Old Town Niles
Special Events & Movies at the Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum's Edison Theater, 37417 Niles Blvd.
CHAPLIN FILM SHORTS SAT & SUN ALL DAY
Saturday Night at the Movies 7:30 PM
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More info: www.nilesfilmmuseum.org or call (510) 494-1411
Sat Night at the Movie Tickets $5.00 (suggested donation) Very Limited Seating!
You can buy Sat night movie tickets in advance from 12 – 4 p.m.
Popcorn and snacks are available are available at the theatre.
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Demonstrations and Fun classes for everyone! See the show page for 2008 results and 2009 volunteer signup.
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July TBD, 2009
2008 Results are posted on the dog show page!
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More info: email the dogshow or call 742-9868 Niles Main Street Association
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Hot August Niles Car Show
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August TBD, 2009
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More Info: (510)792-8023 Niles Merchants Association |
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Niles Antique Fair & Flea Market |
Niles 45th Annual Antique Fair and Flea Market
 Shop til you Drop! Niles will be brimming with bargains that spill out onto the streets during this once-a-year multi-block event. The entire downtown will be blocked off for over 200 vendors to display antiques, collectibles, arts, crafts, food and more!!
Unique Niles shops, restaurants, Niles Canyon RR trains and Silent Films!! Come early, spend the day! Treasures for you and everyone on your gift lists!!
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Aug TBD, 2009
6AM til 4PM
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info@niles.org
Niles Main Street Association
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You are invited, so mark your calendar and plan to attend the festivities in Niles. Each of our annual events centers around a significant aspect of Niles's history, and offers fun filled activities and entertainment in our charming downtown.
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