Business

Lloyd W. Lowrey, attorney for Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss has received the Client Distinction Award 2013 from Martindale-Hubbell. This  honor is a recognition of excellence based on quality of service, overall value for the money, responsiveness and communications ability. For nearly 35 years, Lowrey has advised clients in Monterey, San Benito, Santa Clara and Monterey counties in business transactions. He has resolved disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration and litigation. He is a member of the Gilroy Rotary Club, and past president and board member of the Salinas Valley Chamber of Commerce, which recognized him as “Member of the Year” in 1991 and “Citizen of the Year” in 1996. His other community service contributions have included Rotary International, American Lung Association Board of Directors, Hartnell Community College Board of Trustees, Salinas Valley Memorial Health Care System Foundation, Salinas Jaycees, Boy Scouts of America and Leadership Gilroy. Lowrey has also served as Chair of the Salinas Valley Water Advisory Commission and is a member of the Monterey County Farm Bureau.

On Sept. 13, Katherine Filice and her team at Articulate Solutions, 65 Fifth St., celebrated the completion of their office expansion and remodel by hosting an open house and ribbon-cutting. The team at Articulate Solutions Inc. has helped businesses develop award-winning communications and design since 1991 and can be reached at 408-842-2275.

On Wednesday, Sept. 19, the Gilroy LeTip Chapter held a ribbon-cutting at their new location, Station 55, 55 Fifth St. in Gilroy. LeTip members meet every Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. at the restaurant. To get your business involved, contact president Jenn Benninger at 408-667-0620.

Morgan Hill Wine and Cigar Shop recently celebrated its newly remodeled shop that now features more than 22 South Valley wineries, plus a wide selection of cigars. The Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Christine Giusiana, board members, ambassadors, friends and staff joined Jeff Burrus in celebration. Morgan Hill Wine and Cigar Shop is located at 17430 Monterey Road in Morgan Hill. For more information, call (408) 776-7667 or visit www.MorganHIllCigar.com.

Informed Choices celebrates their ribbon cutting event with friends, family, staff, sponsors, Chamber of Commerce and ambassadors as well as, Nancy Corbridge, executive director.  They are dedicated to serving women, as well as their families and partners who come seeking help in making decisions about unplanned pregnancies and related concerns.  Informed Choices recently moved from Gilroy to Morgan Hill and is now is located 16275 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill. Details: (408) 847-8880 or visit: www.informed-choices.org.

Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Christine Giusiana, board members, ambassadors, and friends and family celebrate the ribbon cutting event at Harvest Coffee House, 1295 E. Dunne Ave., Morgan Hill. Harvest Coffee House offers the freshest roasted coffee in Morgan Hill, fair/direct trade coffee roasted in small batches, also assorted pastries and paninis. Free WiFi and plenty of seating areas inside and outside. For information call 408-776-6544 or visit www.hcoffeehouse.com.

Hobby Lobby celebrated their grand opening and ribbon cutting celebration event with friends, family, staff and Christine Giusiana, president/CEO of the Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce, Chamber staff and ambassadors, as well as Steve Canet, Morgan Hill store manager. This family-owned hobby and crafts specialty business offers something for everyone with 65,000 crafting and home décor products, including floral, fabric, framing, needlework, arts, etc. Hobby Lobby is located 990 Cochrane Plaza in Morgan Hill. Details: www.hobbylobby.com.

Maurizio Cutrignelli recently closed Fuzio and has now opened a new restaurant in the same location called The Good Fork, a California bistro bar and grill. The menu includes California cuisine with a European flare, using farm to table vegetation from local farmers. Shawn Paul is the Executive Chef of The Good Fork and has a long career in the culinary industry; he has gained valuable experience working for premier Bay Area and New York restaurants including Bistro Jeanty, 1300 on Fillmore, Paladin and Chez Papa Bistro in addition to stints at Michelin-rated restaurants in France and England. Details: www.thegoodforkbistro.com or 408-779-3200.

Friends, family, Chamber of Commerce staff and ambassadors, and owner Rene’ Carrillo celebrated the grand opening of the downtown coffee house and cafe’ with music, food and an antique car display. GVA Café – Grinds Vines and Automobilia – offers fresh organic coffee, desserts, smoothies, wine, crepes, sandwiches and soups. Open 7 days per week at 17400 Monterey St.