Business

Party City announces the grand opening of its Morgan Hill store at 1007 Cochrane Road in Cochrane Commons, Morgan Hill. The new Party City store is located near Target and features a newly designed store layout. The store opening takes place at an opportune time as residents embrace the loving holiday spirit. Party City encourages surprising loved ones in a special way this Valentine’s Day with an assortment of affordable ideas. Simply elegant red heart balloons and romantic balloon bouquets ensure love is in the air for couples looking to show love for that special someone. Teachers and families can purchase an array of favors, exchange cards, decorations and tableware needed for classroom parties and other gatherings. Party City is open Monday through Wednesday 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday and Friday 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, visit PartyCity.com.

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage announced that Andrea Bertero has affiliated with the company as a sales associate in its Gilroy office. In her new position, Bertero will specialize in residential sales in south Santa Clara County. Bertero recently completed an intensive training program through Chamberlin Real Estate School, which emphasizes the principles and techniques of real estate. She is a graduate of San Jose University. Bertero (CalBRE# 01930728) may be reached at (408) 710-8050.

Brad Ledwith, an independent financial advisor at Ledwith Financial Wealth Management in Morgan Hill, was recognized as a top financial advisor and named to the LPL Chairman's Club. This distinction is awarded to less than 6 percent of the firm's approximately 13,100 advisors nationwide. Ledwith provides access to independent financial planning services, investment advice and asset management services to the Morgan Hill, Gilroy and Hollister areas.

Home shoppers can fall head over heels in love with the “one” during the February True Match Celebration. During the official month of love, Taylor Morrison is inviting home shoppers to tour homes and find a perfect match using the True Match Checklist. Details: www.TaylorMorrison.com.

Ron Pray CLU, ChFC, of Ronald G. Pray Company in Gilroy, has qualified for the exclusive Top of the Table of the Million Dollar Round Table - The Premier Association of Financial Professionals.® Ron is a MDRT Life Member and Top of the Table qualifier. Top of the Table status is the highest level of MDRT membership and places him among the top professionals in the global life insurance and financial services industry.

A ribbon cutting was held Monday, Oct. 28 at the Dailey Method, 16315 Monterey Road, Suite 100, Morgan Hill.  The Dailey Method is a new gym/ballet barre studio owned by Desiree Stemberga. Joining Desiree for the ribbon cutting were members, ambassadors and staff of the Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce. For information on The Dailey Method, call them at (408) 782-6400. 

Lisa Faria was recognized and awarded a certificate of appreciate by the Gilroy City Council for her service on the Public Arts Committee. Lisa was a member of the committee from Jan. 1, 2007- Dec. 31, 2013. 

Tasso and Maria Perakis celebrated 20 years in Gilroy Nov. 24, 2013, and to commemorate it, they snipped the red ribbon. Joining them were friends and neighbors from around the community, including Mayor Don Gage. Tasso's Old House Restaurant features American, Italian and Greek cuisine; prime rib, lobster, steaks, chops, pasta and fresh seafood, and is a local favorite on the corner of First and Hanna streets. Enjoy a full bar and a large selection of beer and wine. For more information, call (408) 847-7527.

A ribbon cutting was held Nov. 18 at The Dollar Stop, 144 Cochrane Plaza in Morgan Hill. Joining owner La’Shone Booker were her family, customers and members, ambassadors and staff of the Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce, along with Mayor Steve Tate. Details: (408) 779-2209. 

BookSmart, 80 E. Second St., held a ribbon cutting Oct. 22 to showcase the new community conference room.  Joining owners Brad Jones and Cindy Meister were members, ambassadors and staff of the Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call (408) 778-6467.