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Do you have a hidden treasure? On July 13, local citizens presented assorted unique objects to get them appraised at the Harris Laas antiques appraisal ìShow and Tell. All our appraisers are back by popular demand. You are in for a treat,î announces Anita Marencia,î who co-chaired the event with her daughter, Donna Marencia. And … Read more
Ongoing – Farmers Market Every Saturday morning The Downtown Santa Clara Farmers Market continues its popular year-round engagement every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Jackson Street between Benton and Homestead. Each season brings in new crops of fruits and vegetables (look for greens, winter squash, and late berries in the autumn). Check … Read more
What do Sylvester Stallone, Cher, Diane Keaton and George W. Bush have in common other than fame? They’re among the first wave of baby boomers, who turn 65 years old this year, to become “senior boomers” and Medicare-eligible. Starting January 2011, more than 10,000 baby boomers a day will turn 65 – that’s one every … Read more
This is an exciting year for the Miss Santa Clara Auxiliary. For the first time ever, a titleholder from Santa Clara won a state title. On June 24, Jessa Carmack, formerly Miss Mission City’s Outstanding Teen 2011, was crowned Miss California’s Outstanding Teen 2011 at the state pageant held in Fresno, CA. “I’m still in … Read more
Breakfast got a kick start on Monday, July 4th at Central Park, with a filling pancake breakfast served by the Santa Clara High School Athletic Boosters, featuring three steaming-hot pancakes, three sausage links and three juicy strawberries, coffee or orange juice. From there, the entertainment came on fast and furious and didn’t stop until the … Read more
Jennifer Juanes was a beautiful woman. In 2006, when Juanes was only 20 years old, she was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, also known as ALL. In spite of having to undergo chemotherapy and other treatments, Juanes kept her positive attitude and sense of humor. Juanes concluded her chemotherapy treatments in 2007 and continued to … Read more
Santa Clara Unified School District (SCUSD) Superintendent, Steve Stavis, will be retiring from the district on Thursday, June 30. At the school board meeting held last Thursday, June 23, the Administrative Staff recognized Stavis for his work with the district and presented him with a certificate of appreciation and a Happy Retirement cake. Stavis first … Read more
Flags swirled, batons twirled, rifled rifted through the air and the musicians marched in flawless lines and perfect beat to the music they were playing on Saturday, June 25 at the Drum Corps International West competition. The event, which included seven World Class, four Open Class, and one All Age corps from across the nation, … Read more
The ballroom was abuzz with energy, optimism and possibility at the Santa Clara Chamber of Commerce’s Pyramid Awards Dinner June 16 at the convention center. Outstanding Chamber members were honored, the 2011/2012 Board of Directors and officers were installed, and the accomplishments of the last year were celebrated, including thanking outgoing Board members for their … Read more
Ongoing – Farmers Market Every Saturday morning The Downtown Santa Clara Farmers Market continues its popular year-round engagement every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Jackson Street between Benton and Homestead. Each season brings in new crops of fruits and vegetables (look for greens, winter squash, and late berries in the autumn). Check … Read more