Churches are historical trove for communities
A recent newsletter of the Gilroy United Methodist Church contained an interesting article by Dispatch columnist Kat Teraji. She explained how the daughter of a former pastor (back in 1938) recently donated to the church “a wealth of artifacts and articles” from that time period.
The notrump opening bid
The last several times I wrote about making an opening bid with 13-21 points using either the five card major or convenient minor conventions - covering opening bids of one club, one diamond, one heart and one spade. Next we want to examine the one notrump opening bid.
Summer Twilight
For terrific summer fun, it’s hard to beat a concert at Fortino Winery in Gilroy. On a very warm evening, a group of us arrived just as the sun was setting and in time to snag the last table. We came stocked with picnic baskets full of submarine sandwiches, heirloom cherry tomatoes and summer salads.
Cupid’s post-Valentine’s Day rescue plan
You think the economy is hurting? Oh, friends, you have no idea.
Churches reduce summer boredom
Schools seem to be ending earlier this year, and it won't be long until parents hear that dreaded lament: “There's nothing to do. I'm bored!” Of course, this is an exaggeration, but the following list of activities may add some welcome variety to any student's summer.
Studies Point to Remarkable Health Benefits of Noni Juice
OK, its not really new. Native to the South Pacific,
Silver and Black begin season in the spotlight
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