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FUNNY FACE - It’s the time of year for armless skeleton hands on jack o'lanterns. (Dinah Cotton / Los Gatan)

Fall is in full force. So, please watch for ghosts and goblins in the crosswalks. It is getting dark earlier, and if you are out and about in our quaint town, please wear light colors—and maybe a blinker—at night. For sure, if you are biking (electric or manual) do the same. If we see you, we won’t accidentally hit you.

And, if you are lonely, call a meeting. Or perhaps stop by one of these upcoming events…

Kiwanis “Roving Social With a Cause”

On Thursday, Oct. 24, at Willow Street Pizza from 5-7pm, come paint wooden pumpkins to give to the kids at the sub-acute-care facility (www.chonc.org) in Saratoga. These wooden pumpkins will be part of the “Trunk Trick or Treat” on Halloween for these kids who can’t get out, where vehicle trunks will open to share fun and games.

LOS GATOS FALL WINE WALK

On Saturday, Oct. 26 Chamber of Commerce presents the Fall Wine Walk. And this year it includes the VIP Experience, beginning at 1pm.

This ticket includes a VIP tote bag, a premium wine tasting curated by Rootstock Wine Bar, and the executive chef at Gardenia will provide a gourmet lunch box.

VIP ticket holders will be able to continue tasting in the general admission section till 5pm—offering an extra hour to sip and stroll, while listening to live music.

Advance VIP Tickets cost $120 and rise to $150 on the day of the event.

General Admission tickets cost $60 up to the day of the event and $70 day of.

2024 Halloween Kid and Pet PAWlooza

On Sunday, Oct. 27, from 2:30pm-5:30pm a fundraiser for the Street Dog Coalition—co-sponsored by the Chamber, Ducky Grabill and Roxy Laufer—will be held. Participate with downtown vendors in a “pawrade” for both children and animals. Adults too may have some fun here. Prize for best costume.

The American Cancer Discovery Shop

On Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 5pm, a ribbon-cutting will be held for the Discovery Shop, at its new 150 W. Main St. location. Special discounts will be available. This upscale shop supports the fight against cancer and is operated by the American Cancer Society.

Coup de Thai

A ribbon-cutting has been scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 30, at 5pm at 137 N. Santa Cruz Ave.

AINSLEY HOUSE HOLIDAY ANNUAL TEA and TOUR

The Campbell Historical Museum and Ainsley House Foundation is holding their annual “tea and tour” at 300 Grant St. in Campbell, Dec. 6-8 and 14-15.

Did somebody say ‘Ho, Ho, Hooo’?

Is it too early to begin to think about Christmas and the Los Gatos Holiday Market? Santa says “No.” The LG Holiday Market starts on Dec. 14 at 10am and goes through the 15th, at 4pm.

This free annual event will tempt you with soup to nuts. Enjoy live music, fine wines and gourmet food trucks, regional and local artisans, and discover unique holiday gifts. Santa approves, as you will help support The Live Oak Senior Nutrition & Services Center.

Civic Meetings

·       The Development Review Committee, Conceptual Development Advisory Committee and the General Plan Committee meetings have been canceled this month.

·       The LG Town Council meets regularly on the first and third Tuesday of each month, at 7pm

·       Planning Commission Meets, regularly on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, at 7pm.

·       Los Gatos Women’s Business Networking Group meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 8-9am, at the Los Gatos of Chamber of Commerce Office, at 10 Station Way.

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