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Sahr’s Passages: How did a man from a prominent Sierra Leonean family end up homeless in Los Gatos?
He has much in common with other residents of Los Gatos: He’s a veteran who grew up in a family with mining interests overseas. He’ll buy you a cold drink on a hot day. When he’s offered a free beer at the bar he...
The Terraces open house showcases community within a community
The Terraces of Los Gatos held a Spring Open House, last week, at its 800 Blossom Hill Rd. digs, not too far off Los Gatos Boulevard. This nine-acre residential campus has been welcoming downsizers since 1992.
Those who live here say they enjoy an active,...
Wine-focused afternoon declared a big success
As the thermometer inched up toward a pleasant 74 degrees Saturday, about 1,000 people descended on the streets of Los Gatos to taste the wares of local vintners, during the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce’s annual Wine Walk.
“It was fabulous,” said Chamber Executive Director...
Live Oak ribbon cutting planned for June
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Live Oak Adult Day Services ribbon cutting
On June 1, the reopening reception of the Live Oak Adult Day Services will be held from 4-6pm, with a ribbon cutting ceremony by Mayor Maria Ristow at 5pm. The reception, with light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments, will...
Homage to Hitchcock (runway photos)
Designer Christina Cree premiered a unique collection Saturday, during the 2nd Annual Scotts Valley Alfred Hitchcock Festival.
The sartorial celebration of the silver screen unfolded at the site of a former roller rink, which was recently turned into a 284-seat performing arts center by the...
Remembering our Issue 1 launch, on the eve of the second (photos + video)
Today we are "putting to bed" (as they say in the news biz) our second issue of the Los Gatan newspaper. That means you'll start seeing the second-ever edition of our community newspaper on stands tomorrow.
So, what better time to remember how much fun...
Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary holds 5th Annual A.R.T. Garden Luncheon
On May 17, despite an early morning chill, the day blossomed into ideal outdoor luncheon weather.
But the Salvation Army Silicon Valley Women's Auxiliary 5th Annual Work of A.R.T. Garden Luncheon and Silent Auction was not your ordinary get-together.
It was a gathering with a serious...
Castle Rock State Park tree work; Monterey Jazz Festival band to perform; Lions Club scholarships (local scene)
Tree Work Completed at Castle Rock State Park
On Saturday, volunteers of the global nonprofit Dr. Shri. Nanasaheb Dharmadhikari Pratishthan completed a conservation drive at Castle Rock State Park, which is located along Skyline Boulevard.
Volunteer efforts included removing Douglas fir saplings that officials said could...
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer; Terra Firma art exhibit (Calendar)
There's plenty of stuff to do in the days ahead in and around Los Gatos...
Beer & Wine Walk
The Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce’s first-ever Los Gatos Beer & Wine Walk takes place downtown on Oct. 15 from 1-4pm. Local wineries and breweries will be...
50-year reunion of Los Gatos troop of Ambassador Girl Scouts
In 1975 a Girl Scout Ambassadors troop in Los Gatos embarked on a big trip. At the time, the term Ambassador did not mean what it has since 2008, which is a membership category for ages 16-18. In 1975, the Ambassador program encouraged girls...

















