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GILROY—From the start, Nelson Villanueva knew his team was special.

One of southern Santa Clara County’s top political leaders is making efforts to curb senior scams.

Sunday’s Gilroy Garlic Festival President Vito Mercado extinguished the  bulb with a final audience cool-off outside the mist tents, drawing a close to a Sunday chock-full of garlicky action.

I love my job. During my first year as Sports Editor, I’ve had numerous experiences I never thought I’d have. I’ve went to a San Jose Sharks game—and was 5 feet from Blackhawks superstar Patrick Kane—went behind the scenes at AT&T Park and oh yeah, I went toe-to-toe with a former Garlic Queen during the 36th annual Gilroy Garlic Festival.

Children’s violin skills may not be the first thought that comes to mind when thinking about Garlic.

Day 2 of the 36th annual Gilroy Garlic Festival was a little bit cooler, but a lot busier. Garlic lovers swarmed Christmas Hill Park Saturday, but the day still went off without a hitch.

Looking to catch some shade during Garlic Festival while sipping south Santa Clara County wines?

A simple swab of your mouth could save someone’s life. That’s what the Gilroy Rotary Club and Be the Match National Bone Marrow Program team at the Gilroy Garlic Festival want you to know.

When it comes to Gilroy’s annual celebration of all things garlic, there’s one item on the menu that often evokes a strong reaction. Love it or hate it, garlic ice cream is a popular treat during the Garlic Festival, which often falls on some of the warmest days of summer.

When and where: The 2014 36th annual Gilroy Garlic Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, July 25 through Sunday, July 27, at Christmas Hill Park, located in the center of town where Miller Avenue meets Uvas Creek. Gates close at 6 p.m.