On the afternoon of March 2nd, the Central Park Library’s Redwood Room exuded the fresh smell of a fish market after a big catch. By the end of the afternoon, the aroma of pan-fried fish with vegetables filled the space. A staff member from the Monterey Bay Aquarium gave information about sustainable seafood and representatives … Read more
On February 12, a group of students from Santa Clara High School’s new Future Homemakers of America- Home Economics Related Occupations (FHA-HERO) chapter donned red blazers, khaki slacks, and closed-toe leather shoes. Meeting up with students from 16 other schools at the FHA-HERO Region 5 Spring Meeting and Qualifying Competitive Recognition Events at Menlo Atherton … Read more
Stacey Tinianov, a Santa Clara resident, received a breast cancer diagnosis in May 2013. After surviving the disease, Tinianov is currently beginning the process of reconstructive surgery and hopes to complete her surgical treatments by the end of this year. A mother of two kids, ages 11 and 12, Tinianov is passionate about helping children … Read more
A booth depicting favorite children’s book characters was set up for photo opportunities. Buchser Middle School’s jazz band belted out lively tunes. Mission College’s culinary program offered tasty appetizers. A robotic gadget served drinks. Such was the whimsical and ritzy atmosphere of the Santa Clara City Library Foundation and Friends’ first annual fundraiser, Love our … Read more
On one of the walls of Mary’s Closet, a new fashion boutique located at 1231 Franklin Mall, is a saying by Coco Chanel painted in calligraphic font: “A girl should be two things, classy and fabulous.” This quote reflects the store’s upscale apparel and must-have accessories. The ribbon cutting of the store will take place … Read more
While the audience cheered them on, four women and five teens in black party attire strutted across the stage during the opening number of the Miss Santa Clara and Miss Santa Clara’s Outstanding Teen competition. This annual scholarship event took place during the evening of January 11 at the Mission City Center for the Performing … Read more
During the on-stage question segment, Kendall Conn challenged the preconceptions of beauty pageants by declaring that contestants have more to offer than just beauty. Ashley Wong thoughtfully elaborated on Miss America’s four standard points. Jessice Leclair shared that she has worked multiple jobs to pay for her car. Ilena Peng considered meeting new people as … Read more
“I started doing holiday decorations because my son is enamored with lights,” says Ryan Winterbourne. This year, Winterbourne set up such an elaborate light display, programmed to seasonal music, that both his children and his neighbors’ children have been meeting at the sidewalk outside his house to dance to the moving lights and music. So … Read more
On the afternoon of December 6, students at Cabrillo Middle School were in for a treat as they gathered at the Youth Activity Center next to their school. Excited screams and shouts from adoring fans ensued when members of After Romeo, a pop boy band, appeared and performed their upbeat music and hip dance moves. … Read more
At the Santa Clara Central Park Library on December 8, attendees of a bread making class learned that they can have their bread and eat it too. They also learned the science and process behind making delicious bread, without any kneading required, and using only four ingredients- flour, water, yeast, and salt. “The purpose of … Read more