‘Dreamgirls’ electrifies
When the lights dim and the conductor taps his baton for the orchestra’s attention, anticipation spreads through the audience. Sometimes we are pleased, and sometimes we are disappointed. “Dreamgirls” definitely does not disappoint. This electrifying production moves at a wild pace that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats until the final curtain.
Celebrate with pumpkin cupcakes
Before I present my Halloween themed column, I am thrilled to share information about an exciting, unique and delicious event and dining experience. The inaugural “Farm to Table Harvest Celebration” is Saturday, Nov. 2, and encompasses the philosophy of “eating local.” I was fortunate to preview the menu, which showcases South Valley produce, beef breed and feed in Santa Clara County and local wines. The talents of seven chefs are featured with wine pairings for each course. If you have a passion for food, do not miss this event. It is anticipated to become a premiere food experience in the entire bay area. Details: Santa Clara County Farm Bureau at (408) 776-1684.
Damm Good Water, Anyone? Some South Valley Businesses Enjoy Unusual Names
The uninformed would assume the Nineteenth Hole Rendezvous
‘The Hound Of The Baskervilles’: A spoof to end all spoofs
Sir Arthur Cannon Doyle's ageless mystery thriller, “The Hound Of The Baskervilles,” has been adapted by British writers Steven Canny and John Nicholson as a brilliant burlesque send up that comes across as a hilarious parody. Doyle actually brought Sherlock back from the dead after he killed him and Moriarty off in “The Final Problem” in 1893. The demand for Sherlock, the monetary lure and—some say—his mother resulted in the Sherlock's return in “The Hound Of The Baskervilles.”
Oh Christmas tree and a few relaxing excursions
In between the Christmas tree taking not one, but two crashing tumbles in the living room - yes, it's up for good now albeit with a pronounced lean - there were the happy holiday happenings that salute the season. Christopher Ranch's party, always a warehouse treat, featured a great new band; the Gilroy Foundation kicked things off with an event outdoors on the terrace at Gary Walton's fine Fourth Street building where the Foundation's offices are located; and the Gilroy Assistance League headed up to spectacular view territory at Steve and Teresa Costa's home. Meanwhile, back at the Very Derry Ranch, new strategies were devised to hoist that 14-foot green beauty upright and get it to stay that way.
TERAJI: Program a worthy investment
One of the joys of volunteer work is seeing the ways it makes a


















