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The Town's Plaza Park proved to be the perfect place, this past Sunday, to connect with locals and visitors about the meaning of a very green date on the calendar. Bernadette Duggan, 84, retired Alamaden "A very special time to get together with whomever we can." Vi Dayal,...

After the diplomas had been handed out, the fun began. Los Gatos High School graduating seniors were ushered into a wonderland of music, games and colorful lights—a last hurrah with those you’ve spent the past four years with. Everyone will now be heading along a different...

The iconic La Cañada building on the corner of West Main Street and North Santa Cruz Avenue, with its circular bay window and signature “witches hat” turret, has been a prominent feature of our historic downtown business district almost since the day it was...

When Virginia Primon was a shy teenager in the 1950s, playing accordion was something that got her onto a community float, to serenade people along the streets of San Jose during a community parade. After going to college to become a teacher, she just didn’t...

There are many gems hidden throughout Los Gatos, from its rich history to picturesque spots. Some of those jewels are our elegant restaurants, like The Bywater. Owned by David  Kinch–the chef of 3 Michelin Star holder Manresa–this open and welcoming spot specializes in delivering...

Few sectors of the economy have seen as much volatility during the pandemic than the restaurant industry. And in recent weeks Los Gatos has seen its fair share of upheaval. But according to wine salesman Sebastian Balest of Benicia-based Winebow, who’s been making the rounds...

Here are some places to go and things to do this week—and beyond... Live Figure Drawing Live Figure Drawing with Sean Boyles will be held on July 14 at 6pm at NUMU Los Gatos,  106 E. Main St. To sign up, visit numulosgatos.org/events/july-figure-drawing-boyles. Chez Philippe Grand Opening Chez Philippe,...

Starting a Business in Los Gatos: A Guide Los Gatos offers entrepreneurs a supportive business environment where small town charm meets Silicon Valley innovation. The town's commercial districts each present different personalities, while its affluent customer base and ample amenities make it a supportive location...

You may have recently devoured his 2022 San Jose Jazz Summerfest round-up, enjoyed learning about the "ambient and dissonant sounds" of the "Industrial Triangle," or the Hidden History of Lincoln Avenue, but now fans of writer Gary Singh—a columnist for sister publication Metro Silicon...

The Santa Clara County Library District (SCCLD) is partnering with the County of Santa Clara Health System, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Santa Clara County, and Bay Area Legal Aid (BayLegal) to educate local residents on mental health care through a series of...