Bundle up; take a walk; enjoy the cool fall weather; head to the heated library; or perhaps our cozy movie theater…
Mayor Mary Badame will cut the Chamber of Commerce welcome ribbon for CǠRNICO Tools & Provisions, at 501 N. Santa Cruz Ave., #1, on Nov. 14, at 5pm.
At Safeway, at 470 N. Santa Cruz Ave., on Nov. 16, the Bay Area Second Harvest Food Bank fundraiser will kick off. It’s a partnership with NBC Bay Area, Telemundo 48 and Kiwanis Key Club.
Mt. Umunhum-Sierra Azul Preserve Guided Hike: will occur Nov. 22, 10am-1:30pm, as the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District celebrates Native American Heritage Month, with their “Following in Ohlone Footsteps” hike. To register visit sccl.bibliocommons.com/events/6716df605f5993d30fa34931.
The next Monday Monthly Morning Movie (MMMM) will take place at the CineLux Los Gatos Theatre, at 43 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Monday Dec. 2, at 9:45am. The feature presentation will be “Wicked.” Profits go to Los Gatos Thrives Foundation to support future events and towards a new community center. For more information: losgatosthrives.org
A quarter-century party for The Spa, at 100 S. Santa Cruz Ave., will be held Dec. 5, at 3:30pm. Tickets cost $20. All proceeds benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. There will be a wine tasting, appetizers, mini-treatment demonstrations, discounts and swag gift bags. Call The Spa for tickets 408-354-5901
At 5pm, also on Dec. 5, LaVie (652 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Suite A) will hold an open house from 4-7pm. Grand re-opening festivities will include a look at non-surgical cosmetic services, with Dr. Neetu Nebhwani.
Head to Montalvo Arts Center, Villa Montalvo Saratoga, for A Christmas Carol by Silicon Valley Shakespeare’s roving production group. Performances take place Dec. 5-21 at 8pm, with matinees at 2pm on Dec. 8 and 21 only. Tickets cost $42-$75. FYI, the theater has limited seating. This event is partnered with Family Giving Tree to provide families in need with gifts this holiday season. You’re invited to bring new and unwrapped gifts (accepted items listed online).
The holiday trolly begins at Town Center Plaza on Dec. 6 (tree lighting ceremony night). It features a complimentary hop-on, hop-off service.
The Holiday Heritage Tea at the Ainsley Carriage House, at 300 Grant St., in Campbell, takes place Dec. 6-8 and 13-15, at 12pm. Reservations are required.
Los Gatos’ Christmas/Holidays Parade magic will unfold Dec. 7, 11am rain or shine. Many downtown streets will be closed. If you are not a participant in the parade, as most of us have been, you better snag your spot early. Contact pa****@lg***********.org with any questions.
Don’t forget, Santa will be visiting Old Town from Dec. 12-15.
At Town Plaza, from Dec. 14-15 (10am-4pm) you’ll find live music, gourmet food, regional and local artists as part of a free festive gathering. Find unique holiday gifts and support Live Oak Senior Nutrition & Services Center. Approved by Santa.
