As longtime South Bay residents know, Valley Fair dates to the late 1950s, when it was an open-air shopping center. And See’s Candies has been there since April 1957, though the location of the shop reportedly has moved over the decades.
That means See’s in 2027 will reach its 70th year of selling premium, California-made chocolates, peanut brittle and more at the Santa Clara/San Jose site.
However, there’s a 40th anniversary to highlight now — 40 years at the enclosed mall, now owned and operated by Westfield — so See’s Candies will hold a celebratory bash at the store on Friday, Oct. 16.
And let’s face it, See’s devotees won’t care how many years it’s been as long as there’s a free Bordeaux or Scotchmallow to be had.
Starting at 10 a.m., the first 100 customers in line will receive free tote bags. Throughout the day, See’s sales associates will hand out samples, and other promotions and giveaways are planned.
Will there be another celebration for See’s 70th on Stevens Creek Boulevard? Time will tell.
Details: Festivities start at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16, See’s Candies, Valley Fair Mall, 2855 Stevens Creek Blvd., Santa Clara; sees.com.