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Dental clinic volunteers needed; speech + debate students qualify for state/nationals
Speech and Debate Team students qualify for state, national tournaments
Several students of Los Gatos and Saratoga High School’s Speech and Debate Team have qualified for well-renowned state and national tournaments taking place this spring.
Competing against both public and private school students, all competitors have...
What a shoebox full of old papers taught me about my grandparents
When I was a child in the 70s, Los Gatos was filled with Italians. I remember seeing the older women walking in town, dragging behind them their wire utility carts filled with groceries down Santa Cruz Avenue. My grandparents, Adam and Albina Contardo, were...
The Merry Trombones Blast Out the Holiday Cheer
With so many strange twists and turns to 2021, it was nice to stop by Town Plaza Park during the holidays to hear a familiar sound—carols played by talented local trombonists.
According to manufacturer Yamaha, the instrument was likely invented in the 15th Century. It...
Strolling on the asphalt: Enjoying a delicious Taste of Los Gatos
What do you call a place where you can confidently raise a family and where growing older is an absolute pleasure? All of these benefits plus an annual stroll along Santa Cruz Avenue—without vehicles, while sampling a variety of tasty morsels, listening to live...
Alliance Française Silicon Valley partners with Frenchery and Fabrique Délices for wine party
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Beaujolais Nouveau arrives in Los Gatos
The Alliance Française Silicon Valley (AFSV), in partnership with Frenchery and Fabrique Délices, announced a Beaujolais Nouveau celebration and fundraising event on Nov. 19 to support Silicon Valley's French cultural center.
Beaujolais Nouveau Day, or Wine Day, is an...
After performing with Harry Styles, Usher + Pink, local graduate Saghari is choreographing a second New Ballet piece
Keon Saghari, a Los Gatos High School graduate, has found success in the world of rollerskating, performing with Usher, Pink and Harry Styles, and is now choreographing a ballet piece for New Ballet's upcoming show in San Jose.
Pop Pop goes Looney: Los Gatos Thrives expands Monday Morning Movies with classic characters
As a grandfather of two lively young boys who call me “Pop Pop,” I often struggle to relate to their favorite cartoons—Bluey, Power Rangers, and whatever else is flashing across their screens. Meanwhile, I miss the zany charm of Bugs Bunny, the chaos of...
Dinah’s Holiday Event Log: Soaking up the festivities
Santa has safely arrived in Los Gatos.
As we begin to count the days left in 2024, let’s take a brief moment to wander down memory lane.
After 45 years, we bid a fond adieu to Steamer’s. Steamer’s with the best seafood, sourdough bread (with room...
Tasty fundraiser held to support mental health programs
Saratoga resident and Momentum for Health Board Chair Kathryn Williams graciously opened her home and redwood-ringed yard to welcome guests for the eighth annual Star Chefs Fundraiser on a perfect end-of-September afternoon.
“Mental health is a critically important cause, and Momentum (for Health) has been...
Starting a Business in Los Gatos: A Guide
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...
