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Holiday Train coming to MV

Original post made on Nov 24, 2014

Caltrain's annual holiday train will be pulling into Mountain View on Saturday, Dec. 6. Festivities at the station include a performance by the Peninsulaires, an a cappella men's chorus and member of the Barbershop Harmony Society.

Read the full story here Web Link posted Monday, November 24, 2014, 1:48 PM

Comments (10)

Posted by Resident
a resident of Rengstorff Park
on Nov 24, 2014 at 2:21 pm

According to Caltrain's website:

Holiday Train Features Live Entertainment Dec. 6 & 7


Posted by confused
a resident of Rex Manor
on Nov 24, 2014 at 2:23 pm

Saturday is December 6 and Sunday is December 7. Please clarify the schedule.


Posted by kathy H
a resident of Sylvan Park
on Nov 24, 2014 at 3:31 pm

Saturday Dec 6th - Web Link
"The dazzling show train visits nine stations between San Francisco and San José on December 6 and 7."

Saturday, December 6
Location Arrival
San Francisco 4:00 p.m.
Burlingame 5:15 p.m.
Redwood City 6:15 p.m.
Mountain View 6:55 p.m.
Santa Clara 8:10 p.m.


Posted by Jes' Sayin'
a resident of Bailey Park
on Nov 24, 2014 at 9:06 pm

OK, so they're doing Saint Nicholas stuff for the Christian religion. Now what is CalTrain doing for the Jewish, Hindu, Muslim and Buddhist religions?


Posted by Jes' Ansrin'
a resident of Bailey Park
on Nov 25, 2014 at 6:45 am

Not sure about every single religion, but menorahs and dreidels were part of the decorations last year on the Holiday Train.
If you feel something is missing, did you want to get involved for helping coordinate it next year?


Posted by Jes Me
a resident of North Whisman
on Nov 25, 2014 at 8:36 am

Only 2 choices to correct what Jes Sayin commented about.
STOP all activities because it would be too expensive to accommodate everyone or
spend what it costs for the activities FOR ALL RELIGIONS.
I think eventually the first choice will eventually become law because instead of people learning, enjoying and accepting what has been traditional in Americas society for many years. Some instead want exactly what everyone else wants or they will find a way to change it. I have been to other countries and if while visiting I asked for what Jes Sayin mentioned, they would give me a one way ticket out or just laugh at me. But because this is America, land of the free, some will find a way to take the FUN for kids out of the holidays. At any cost.

Wish I was wrong and wish you all a
Happy Thanksgiving


Posted by Jessie
a resident of Bailey Park
on Nov 25, 2014 at 9:02 am

Oh, people like jes sayin are simply trying to stir up their hobby: arguing about the War on Christmas...its one of those pet issues people sometimes try and steer the conversation towards, even (especially) when it has zero to do with the actual topic at hand.


Posted by kathy hall
a resident of Sylvan Park
on Nov 25, 2014 at 9:23 am

Why is it that 99% of those who post comments hide behind pseudonyms rather than use their real names?

If a needy Muslim, Jewish or Atheist family requests a toy from the local nonprofits participating in the Toys for Tots program I am sure they will not be denied. It is called the HOLIDAY train, not the 'Saint Nicholas' Train or the 'Baby Jesus Birthday Train', so let's just relax and enjoy the festivities.














Posted by Name hidden
a resident of Bailey Park

on Nov 25, 2014 at 10:31 am

Due to repeated violations of our Terms of Use, comments from this poster are automatically removed. Why?


Posted by Kathy Hall
a resident of Sylvan Park
on Nov 25, 2014 at 6:12 pm

BTW - As noted this is an effort to collect toys for needy families, we went to this a couple of years ago, and a lot of people showed up empty handed. Remember to bring something, it does not have to be expensive, Books Inc, has lots of hardcover children's book which have been marked down, Marshall's has inexpensive toys. Let your kids pick out the gift and put it in the toy donation barrel, or maybe have them donate one of their own new toys (possibly acquired through their last birthday party windfall). Good way for them to learn that giving can feel as good as receiving.


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