American generosity can defy this recession
The recent news of a 6 percent decline in charitable giving is
Refurbished Castro-Breen Adobe Offers Visitors a Glimpse into State History
San Juan Bautista's Castro-Breen Adobe to reopen Saturday after
You’re Invited: Campus Tour at Mount Madonna School
Campus Tour, 10:00am, Tuesday, July 15. Come tour the facilities and learn more about the Montessori-influenced Pre/K program, college prep 1st–12th grade curriculum, hands-on science labs, outdoor adventure and life skills, national and international travel, marine biology studies on Catalina Island, mixed-grade buddy program and visual and performing arts. Contact Benna at (408) 847-2717 or [email protected]
Marsala, 2015 Color of the year – A splash of wine anyone?
Pantone Color Institute, the world’s leading color authority, recently named Marsala—which it described as “A naturally robust and earthy wine red, Marsala enriches our minds, bodies and souls”—as the color for 2015.
When it comes to selling, mi casa es su casa
I love the warmth conveyed by the saying from our friends to the south. As you know, the direct translation is “My house is your house”—although what it means is that you are “always welcome.” In reflecting on the actual expression, it reminds me of the relationship between a home seller and a potential homebuyer.
Take a weekend trip to Fremont Peak
If you've never visited Fremont Peak, this is the weekend to go.
Vines may be dormant, but wineries are bustling
In the cold, dark days of winter, our grapevines go dormant. The grape vine stops the uptake of water from its roots to keep moisture from freezing and bursting inside the plant cells. Any remaining water inside the vine is transferred to an inter-cellular area where it can safely freeze without causing any damage. All growth is put on hold to conserve energy for the next growing season.
‘War Horse’ is an emotional journey; ‘Dragons’ in town
Go see “War Horse.” That's the best advice I can give you for this season of theatre.
















