63RD ANNUAL LOS GATOS CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAYS PARADE 2019
THE GALA / SUPPORT JAZZ ON THE PLAZZ
A beautiful evening every summer with fine hors d'oeuvres, fancy cocktails, and live music... it's truly a night to remember! So, get your tickets now for the annual Jazz on the Plazz Summer Gala, presented by Linda L. Lester and Los Gatos Music and Arts.
SPENCER SPIDER JUST WANTS FRIENDS / LARRY GERSTON, AUTHOR
The Wooden Horse in Los Gatos was the venue for a room full of excited kids, parents and community members to learn about spiders and enjoy author Larry Gerston's reading of his new book, "Spencer Spider Just Wants Friends."
THE FLAME OF LIBERTY MEMORIAL DEDICATION
On June 15th, 2019, our community came together to celebrate the heroic actions of our veterans and to honor them for their service.
In this beautiful service:
- Military Concert
- Posting of the Colors and National Anthem
- Francis J. Harvey's Welcome
- Major General Kent Hillhouse's Presidential Welcome
- James Free's "Why Am I Here" Speech
- Assembly member Evan Low
- Honorable John Lochner
- Steve Leonardis's "The Importance of Honoring Our Heroes in Silicon Valley"
- Presenting Accommodation to the Veteran's Memorial and Support Foundation
- Veteran's Memorial and Support Foundation Board Member Diane Chandler
- Chaplain Russ Ikeda's Dedication Prayer & Invocation
- Dennis Collins's "Every Soldier Has One Prayer"
- Veteran's Memorial and Support Foundation Board Member Ellen Manzo
- Artist Frank Kocian Morris's Flame of Liberty Speech
- Tony Lindsay's God Bless America
- Dove Launch for Peace
- Mike Frangadakis's "Why am I Here" Speech
- Duino Giordano's "Why am I Here" Speech
- First Responder Segment and Dedication
- 9/11 Hero Segment
- David Beamer & Alice Hoagland's 9/11 Memorial Dedication
- George Hall's "Why am I Here" Speech
- Congresswoman Anna Eshoo's Veteran of the Year Speech
- Honorable William E. Peacock's "Why am I Here" Speech
- Lieutenant General H. R. McMaster's Keynote Speech
- Stan Weitzman's "Why am I Here" Speech
- B. J. Tucker's "Why am I Here" Speech
- MIA - POW Dedication with Taps & Amazing Grace
- Unveiling of the POW/MIA
- Closing March & Departure
In this beautiful service:
- Military Concert
- Posting of the Colors and National Anthem
- Francis J. Harvey's Welcome
- Major General Kent Hillhouse's Presidential Welcome
- James Free's "Why Am I Here" Speech
- Assembly member Evan Low
- Honorable John Lochner
- Steve Leonardis's "The Importance of Honoring Our Heroes in Silicon Valley"
- Presenting Accommodation to the Veteran's Memorial and Support Foundation
- Veteran's Memorial and Support Foundation Board Member Diane Chandler
- Chaplain Russ Ikeda's Dedication Prayer & Invocation
- Dennis Collins's "Every Soldier Has One Prayer"
- Veteran's Memorial and Support Foundation Board Member Ellen Manzo
- Artist Frank Kocian Morris's Flame of Liberty Speech
- Tony Lindsay's God Bless America
- Dove Launch for Peace
- Mike Frangadakis's "Why am I Here" Speech
- Duino Giordano's "Why am I Here" Speech
- First Responder Segment and Dedication
- 9/11 Hero Segment
- David Beamer & Alice Hoagland's 9/11 Memorial Dedication
- George Hall's "Why am I Here" Speech
- Congresswoman Anna Eshoo's Veteran of the Year Speech
- Honorable William E. Peacock's "Why am I Here" Speech
- Lieutenant General H. R. McMaster's Keynote Speech
- Stan Weitzman's "Why am I Here" Speech
- B. J. Tucker's "Why am I Here" Speech
- MIA - POW Dedication with Taps & Amazing Grace
- Unveiling of the POW/MIA
- Closing March & Departure
POPUP PARTY FEATURING HOST DUSTIN DAVID AND ARTIST BETTY FRANKS KRAUSE
Dustin David, owner of Dustin David Salon and patron of the arts, interviews local artist, Betty Franks Krause in a spectacular poolside chat at the beautiful Hotel Los Gatos. Sponsored by JCO'S Art Haus, this exciting PopUp Party attracted her expansive Instagram following, who were excited to meet Betty and purchase her original art.
EAT DRINK LOS GATOS WITH HOST DUSTIN DAVID
It's another beautiful day in Los Gatos to enjoy local restaurants, wine, shopping and dancing! Check out what people had to say to talented host, Dustin David, as he strikes up colorful conversations and poses with anyone and everyone!
ESMEE ST. JAMES / AUTHOR OF "CHICK MAGNET"
Los Gatos Coffee Roasting is the intimate setting for Esmée St. James to answer questions from friend, Jonathan Knowles, and read excerpts from her new book "Chick Magnet: What Men Don't Know That Women Wish They Did." Esmée has captured what men and women need to know to create meaningful relationships and overcome their dating fears - this book is a must read! For more information visit www.thedatingmuse.com
WENDELL THE WORKING WORM / LARRY GERSTON, AUTHOR
The Wooden Horse in Los Gatos was the venue for a crowded room of excited kids and parents who enjoyed listening to Author Larry Gerston read his new book, "Wendell The Working Worm."
62ND ANNUAL LOS GATOS CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS & HOLIDAY PARADE 2018
Rain or wind could not stop our KCAT TV15 on-the-scene reporters from interviewing lots of very excited, talented kids and adults before the parade started! Check out the video and relive the day - great interviews of your kids, family and friends!
SIS BOOM BAH / LGHS WILDCAT'S ROADSHOW @ NUMU
Los Gatos High School keepers of LGHS swag were called to help launch an exciting new exhibit at NUMU. Teachers, alumni and students brought in their special, personal, and precious LGHS memorabilia and shared their wonderful high school memories as part of the "Sis Boom Bah: The Life and Times of Los Gatos High School."
BANANA BREAD BAKEOFF / BRIAN AND DAN
Sereno Group Realtors Brian Bernasconi and Dan Rubnitz came up with a clever idea to invite friends from all over to choose their favorite banana bread recipe and submit a loaf to the first ever Banana Bread Baking Contest. However, Brian and Dan did not expect that they would receive 50+ loaves to judge! Cash prizes were given to the winners' favorite charity.
The panel of celebrity judges include: Nick Difu, Owner/Chef of Nick’s Next Door, Lynn, Magnoli, Owner of Icing on the Cake, Carol Harget, former Owner of Dolce Spazio, and Dan Rubnitz, REALTOR® and Banana Bread Connoisseur.
The panel of celebrity judges include: Nick Difu, Owner/Chef of Nick’s Next Door, Lynn, Magnoli, Owner of Icing on the Cake, Carol Harget, former Owner of Dolce Spazio, and Dan Rubnitz, REALTOR® and Banana Bread Connoisseur.
JAZZ GALA 2018 / LOS GATOS MUSIC & ARTS
Welcome to another beautiful evening of fine wine, delicious hors doervres, spectacular venue and exciting entertainment featuring Aaron Neville. Every summer Los Gatos Music & Arts hosts Jazz On The Plazz and the Jazz Gala to raise funds for young musicians as well as providing Los Gatos with the best in jazz entertainment. Thank you to Linda L. Lester for sponsoring this memorable event.
Don't miss out on this grand event next year!
Don't miss out on this grand event next year!
REMEMBERING CB HANNEGANS / JOHN HANNEGAN & CHRIS BENSON
CB Hannegans will always be remembered as the "Cheers" of Los Gatos. In 2016, this beloved Irish pub received the "Business Persons of the Year" award from the LG Chamber of Commerce. KCAT TV Host Judy Peterson sat down with owners Chris Benson and John Hannegan to highlight 35 years worth of wonderful stories that you will enjoy!
ART NOW / NUMU
2017 SANTA CLARA COUNTY JURIED HIGH SCHOOL EXHIBITION
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