The Namesake Changed His Name and Jumped Ship
Who was Isaac Todd and what did he have to do with the founding
Senior scam prevention
Don't get scammed seniors! According to the National Council on Aging, financial scams targeting Seniors have become so prevalent that they're considered “the crime of the 21st century.” In honor of declaring May as “Older Americans Month” in Santa Clara County, on Friday, May 23 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. the Office of District Attorney Jeffrey F. Rosen and I will be co-hosting a free “Scam Prevention for Seniors” event for South County seniors at the Gilroy Senior Center, 7371 Hanna St. Gilroy. Seniors, their families, and caregivers are invited to come learn about the most recent scams happening in our area and how to protect themselves. The Director of Mediation Services, Consumer Protection Unit of the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office will discuss some of the ways that criminals will try to fool you and take your money or your identity.
Italian Family Festa inspires sauce recipe
Before I get to the main part of my column this week, I want to mention another of one of my favorite festivals. The sounds, sights and especially the tastes of Italy return to San Jose this weekend at Guadalupe River Park and Gardens. Marking its 33rd year, the Italian Family Festa, organized by the Italian American Heritage Foundation, is a fantastic opportunity to taste many “homestyle” Italian foods in one setting. Almost all the vendors sell items derived from family recipes.
