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With our 5-year-old granddaughter in tow, we recently visited Casa de Fruta, an eclectic experience that combines fun for both adults and children, all in one venue. Casa de Fruta offers a casual restaurant, 3-star lodging, amusement rides for children, a huge fruit stand, a candy shop and a wine tasting room. Because granddaughters always take precedence, we started out on the miniature locomotive and Venetian carousel ride. While my husband watched her play at the children’s playground, I ventured across the parking lot over to their wine-tasting room.

South Valley residents are invited to a special event Saturday, April 12 at Gilroy's Foothills Church (8335 Church St.). Guests will enjoy a free breakfast followed by an inspirational address by guest speaker Pam Tebow.

Every spring millions of homeowner experience the annual ritual of getting their home ready for summer. For me, it starts with power washing the patio and pool decks, setting up outside furniture and getting the pool ready. And every year, as I pick up the paint brush, fire up the power washer and prep the pool, I wonder if there isn't an easier way. Although I enjoy having everything in tip top shape and having a nice place for family to visit, my motivation for home repair and maintenance isn't what it used to be. And frankly, I'm not convinced that I will get more motivated as I continue to age.

It's one of those events that seems to beg the question: Where were you? And, undoubtedly, just about everyone can answer it without thinking twice.

Acelebration of Chinese artists and culture dominated the minds

When Bonfante Gardens in Gilroy opens the gates for its sixth

I trace my love of James Brown's music back to a late Sunday