The History Club of Los Gatos has been a town treasure for over 100 years. To raise money for much-needed improvements, the club is launching a “Buy a Brick” project. You can purchase bricks that can be engraved with tributes to family, friends, companies, organizations or the community. Two wins: a lifetime legacy and a way to show your support for the Los Gatos community.
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Bricks, priced at $200 each until June 1, will be installed in the front of the club. The price increases to $250 after June 1. Contributions are fully tax-deductible. And if you are looking for a rental facility, the club, at 123 Los Gatos Blvd., is a terrific event site. For more information or to buy a brick, visit www.brickrus.com/donorsite/hcolg or email joannerodgers@mac.com.
The Butter Paddle invites all to an exclusive Annieglass engraving event,March 30, noon-4 p.m. Ava Reinhart, Annieglass sales manager and daughter of founder Anne Morhauser, will hand-engrave your message on Annieglass pieces purchased at the Butter Paddle. Made in Watsonville and woman-owned, Annieglass is featured in the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, DC. Every purchase at the store directly benefits Pacific Clinics, providing behavioral and mental health services to children and families in Santa Clara County. butterpaddle.com
What was it that drew 3,000 people to the Los Gatos Pageant? Los Gatos historian Alan Feinberg can tell you this and other interesting facts about our town on Friday, April 11, at 11 a.m. at New Museum Los Gatos, 106 E. Main St. The pageant ran from 1919 to 1930, with performances, games, parades and more. www.numulosgatos.org
Learn how to help reduce wildfire risks In your community on Thursday, March 27, at 6 p.m. The Zoom presentation “Why Go Firewise,” hosted by the Santa Clara County Firesafe Council, will cover how to enhance community safety and improve preparedness. Firewise USA is a national program that teaches proactive fire prevention by providing tools, resources and guidance on creating defensible space and promoting fire-safe practices. For the zoom link, visit www.sccfiresafe.org.
The Los Gatos Spring Wine Walk is set for Saturday, April 26, 2-5 p.m. in downtown Los Gatos. For tickets and more information, visit www.losgatoschamber.com/wine-walk.
Congratulations to the 41 Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District seniors recognized as National Merit finalists, an honor awarded to fewer than 1% of students nationwide who demonstrate exceptional academic ability, leadership and extracurricular involvement. Special kudos to finalist Kyle Eldridge, a Los Gatos High senior who has low vision and is considered legally blind. Kyle has excelled academically and as a member of Los Gatos High School’s robotics team, Iron Claw 972.
The Art Docents of Los Gatos will lead a cardmaking class for the 55 Plus community in conjunction with the Los Gatos Saratoga Adult Recreation Center at 208 E. Main St. on April 10, 10-11:30 a.m. Art docent Izzy Delling will lead the hands-on workshop; supplies will be provided. This event is free for 55 Plus members. Non-members are invited, but must first enroll in the 55 Plus program, which can be done on site before the class starts. Membership is $35 annually and includes access to a variety of free groups, programs, classes, social events, guest lectures and services provided by the Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation Department. www.lgsrecreation.com
Businesses, are you looking for interns or staff (paid or unpaid) to help support your business this spring or summer? Sign up for the Los Gatos High School Summer On-Site Job Fair on Wednesday, March 26, 12:15-12:45 p.m. on the school’s front lawn. www.losgatoschamber.com
Let me know if you have social or business news about Los Gatos: debby@debbyrice.com.
