Capitalizing on the Christmas Day release of Tim Burton’s newest film, Big Eyes, the Triton Museum of Art has gone into its vault and put nine of artist Margaret Keane’s paintings on display. Within the Triton’s hallway, Keane’s wide-eyed, disproportionate figures stare out, beckoning viewers to look back. Keane’s body of work, which was widely … Read more
Considering how awful a job can be, it’s difficult to imagine that so many young people are out there actually looking for work. Seems to me it would be so much easier to be born with a trust fund. Even more surprising – apparently, many of the boys and girls who are putting their young … Read more
Pedestrian fatalities are rising in California as more people use non-motorized means of transportation, according to the Santa Clara Police Dept. From 2011-2013, the Santa Clara Police Department investigated 146 fatal and injury collisions involving pedestrians. In 2012, California witnessed 612 pedestrian deaths that year while nationally 4,743 pedestrians were killed. A national study reveals … Read more
Saint Lawrence Academy science teacher Rachel Iufer won 2014’s “Sharing Is Caring” Digital Innovation in Learning Award from Digital Promise and EdSurge, according to a recent news release from the school. The award aims to honor accomplishments in educational technology. The “Sharing Is Caring” award specifically recognizes educators who share resources with peers and professional … Read more
Let’s be honest here – it’s not easy being perfect. Being perfect, I know this for a fact, and even though you are somewhat less perfect than I – we’re being honest here, remember? – you also have, no doubt, experienced the pain and frustration of being surrounded by individuals who could absolutely gain from … Read more
Supporting the Children of the Family Giving Tree | December 12, 2014 | 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Sunnyvale Art Gallery | 251 W El Camino Real | 408-858-0422 Attendees are strongly encouraged to provide a monetary gift and/or donate a toy for entry. All proceeds and gifts will be given to local children hoping … Read more
If you enjoyed the financial meltdown of 2007, I’ve got good news. The Wall Street denizens, who we admired for their ability to take enormous risks with our money, as long as they were insured enormous profits on their money, have turned a new leaf. And what did they find under that leaf? Tofu. That’s … Read more
Whether wanting to step back in time to see a recreation of The Christmas Story, listening to music, viewing historic homes, purchasing holiday gifts or just strolling along to enjoy the sights and sounds of the holidays, a myriad of activities are fast approaching celebrating the holiday season. Among the most anticipated events include the … Read more
Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV) will once again take part in the annual Home for the Holidays program, along with Palo Alto Animal Services, San Jose Animal Care Center, Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority, Santa Clara County Animal Care and Control and Town Cats. During the month of December, all six shelters will offer adoptions … Read more
Peninsula Beauty recently opened its 13th location, at Santa Clara Town Centre. A ribbon cutting, giveaways, drawings for gift baskets and food were all part of the Nov. 21 grand opening festivities. Mayor Jamie Matthews, Council member Debi Davis, Convention Visitor’s Bureau CEO Steve Van Dorn and Peninsula Beauty management, including Chief Beauty Officer Lori … Read more