Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Music In The Park, Los Gatos Ca, June to August, 2011

Music in the Park Los Gatos Civic Center campus lawn Sundays 5-7 pm from June 19 - Aug 28, 2011

JUNE 19, 2011
Livin' in the USA - A Cross-Country Music Trip
A tour de force of the music legends of country and rock

JUNE 26, 2011
Foreverland
An electrifying 14-piece tribute to Michael Jackson

July 3, 2011
Bruce Gwynn & Big RainAja Vu
Rock, country, blues, crossover and more!

July 10, 2011
Aja Vu

July 17, 2011
The Best IntentionsPetty Theft

July 24, 2011
Take 2
Rock, pop, R&B, country, funk, hip-hop

July 31, 2011
Petty Theft
The ultimate tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers

August 7, 2011
The Shanks
Premiere classic rock covers from the KFOX "Last Band Standing" winners

August 13-14, 2011
Join 35,000 of your friends at the 40^th annual Fiesta de Artes at the Los Gatos Civic Center grounds on Saturday and Sunday, August 13-14, 2011. Don't miss the town's one and only art and wine festival.

August 21, 2011
Jukebox Heroes
Contemporary pop-rock dance band

August 28, 2011
Journey Unauthorized
A tribute to the 1980's Journey
Original Motown classics
Recreating the rock and jazzy blues of Steely Dan

Los Altos History Museum, Los Altos Ca

Located in one of the few remaining apricot orchards of Santa Clara Valley, the Los Altos History Museum explores the rich history of local people and how the use of the land over time has transformed the agricultural paradise once known as the "Valley of Heart’s Delight" into the high technology hub of today’s Silicon Valley.

Opened in spring of 2001, the Los Altos History Museum resides in an impressive three-level, 8,200-square-foot building – built entirely with private donations; building ownership was transferred to the City of Los Altos in 2002. The Museum features a changing exhibits gallery as well as the permanent exhibit, "Crown of the Peninsula," that describes the rich history of Los Altos. There’s more history just across the lushly landscaped courtyard in the landmark J. Gilbert Smith House. Built in 1905, the home is nestled under majestic heritage oaks and has been meticulously refurbished to replicate a farmhouse of the 1930’s. Visitors are welcome to enjoy the gardens and picnic tables even when the House and Museum are closed.

With the mission to "collect, preserve and interpret the history of the Los Altos area," the Museum provides educational opportunities for children and adults to learn about the community via interactive exhibits and hands-on activities aligned with Museum objectives. Other programs include third and fourth grade tours and curriculum for local school children, oral history collections, the traveling Ohlone kit, and much more.

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Sunday, May 15, 2011

Vasona Vibrations, Los Gatos Ca, June thru July 2011

Free Summer Concert Series
5-7pm Every Saturday
June thru July 2011

The Santa Clara County Parks and South Bay Folks are teaming up again this year to host the 9^th annual summer concert series - Vasona Vibrations. Overlooking Vasona Lake and Los Gatos Creek, this series features a wide range of eclectic local artists in free, family-friendly concerts. Pack a picnic dinner and head down to Vasona every Saturday in June and July to enjoy a wide variety of acoustic genres including American, blues, Celtic, bluegrass, jug band, klezmer, and traditional and contemporary folk.
Performances are held every Saturday in June and July from 5-7pm, on the lawn near the Ranger Office, and just down the hill from the pedestrian entrance at University Ave and Pepper Tree Lane.

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Friday, May 13, 2011

19th Annual Russian American Fair, Palo Alto Ca, May 15, 2011

May 15, 2011, Palo Alto
Firebird Dance Theatre and School will be performing at the Russian American Fair at the Oshman Family Jewish Community Center. We are one of few performing groups — if not the only one — who can happily say we have performed at this event each year since its first fair in 1993. And we’re looking forward to this year as much as ever. Expect a great time, with live performances, Russian crafts and gifts, and food!

Date: Sunday, May 15, 2011
Location: Oshman Family Jewish Community Center
3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Time: 10am – 5pm, festival; 4pm, Firebird performance.
More Info: Official event page
Tickets: $5, at the door

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Saratoga Mountain Winery, Saratoga Ca, The Moody Blues, May 27, 2011

Welcome to The Mountain Winery in Saratoga, California. We are dedicated to preserving the Mountain Winery's history and restoring the property to its magnificent glory for the enjoyment of all. We are very proud to continue the tradition started by Paul Masson, and our committed team takes personal pride in creating innovative and memorable experiences for our guests.
The Mountain Winery is privileged to provide an incomparable setting for a wide variety of events, including weddings, corporate meetings, dinner parties, concerts, and holiday parties. We have impressive vistas, with landscaped gardens and redwood groves encircling our terrace, resulting in an ideal outdoor venue. Events hosted indoors amid oak casks in the historic stone-masonry Winery Building. Both offer a wonderful environment, unique from any other in the valley.
For the annual summer concert series, our historic Winery Building, with its intimate ivy-covered stone structure, engenders old world ambiance and provides a dramatic stage backdrop. This intimate setting ensures an exceptional experience for our star performers and guests alike.

THE MOODY BLUES May 27, 2011, 7:30 PM

Since they first hit the rock scene with the release of their monumental 1967 album DAYS OF FUTURE PASSED, The Moody Blues have continued to produce music that bridges the gap between classical and pop-rock genres without ever wavering in their integrity and commitment. Featuring the altruistic inflections of guitarist/vocalist Justin Hayward, bassist/vocalist John Lodge and drummer Graeme Edge, The Moody Blues’ sound has held its ground with exquisite harmonies over and over again, in a genre of music that is ever-changing. Since their formation in England, The Moody Blues have created music time and time again that offers rock music a depth that is unprecedented and inspiring. Learn more about The Moody Blues on their website...

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Sunday, May 8, 2011

Cinnabar Winery, Saratoga Ca

Street address: 14612 Big Basin Way, Saratoga CA 95070
Phone: 408-867-1012
Open daily from 11am to 5pm
Directions: from state Highway 85, turn south on Saratoga Avenue; proceed two miles into the village of Saratoga; we are located on the left side of the street. Street parking is readily available, and a public parking lot is conveniently located on 4th Street.

Cinnabar Winery produces award-winning wines from the Santa Cruz Mountains, California’s Central Coast, and other distinguished growing regions such as Sonoma County, the Red Hills of Lake County, the Clements Hills (above Lodi), and Santa Clara Valley.
The Tasting Room is situated along the “Saratoga Wine Trail”, offering daily wine sampling, gift and decorative accessories, custom gift baskets, regional festivals, corporate events and lifestyle seminars.

Live Music Fridays 5:30-7pm at the Cinnabar Winery Tasting Room!
No cover charge, one drink minimum.

2011 LIVE MUSIC CALENDAR May 6 - Redwood - Alternative Rock
May 13 - Tara Tinsley - Acoustic Alternative Rock
May 20 - emith - Folk Rock
May 27 - The Ones - Classic Rock
June 3 - Pacific Strings Quartet - Classical/Pop
June 10 - Terry Hiatt Band - Country/Blues
June 17 - emith - Folk Rock
June 24 - Redwood - Alternative Rock
July 1 - Dolce Musica - Jazz
July 8 - emith - Folk Rock
July 15 - Redwood - Alternative Rock
July 22 - The Ones - Classic Rock
July 29 - 7th Wave - Acoustic Rock
August 5 - emith - Folk Rock
August 12 - Redwood - Alternative Rock
August 19 - Terry Hiatt Band - Country/Blues
August 26 - Pacific Strings Quartet - Classical/Pop
September 2 - David Johnson - R&B Singer
September 9 - Redwood - Alternative Rock
September 16 - emith - Folk Rock
September 23 - Terry Hiatt Band - Country/Blues
September 30 - 7th Wave - Acoustic Rock

Nola's Iris Garden, San Jose Ca

Located in the east foothills of San Jose, these gardens are open to the public in the Spring at no charge. MAP
Mother’s Day is Sunday. Along with the traditional brunch, many Moms will receive flowers on Sunday. If you’re looking for a different idea for Mother’s Day – check out Nola’s Iris Garden in San Jose. After that great brunch - meander over to Nola’s to see one of the largest Iris gardens around.
Situated in the east San Jose foothills, Nola’s garden spreads across 43 acres and features thousands of blooming bearded Iris flowers, along with views of Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay area – from San Jose to San Francisco. The gardens are open on weekends through the blooming season – and you can purchase bearded iris bulbs to start your own iris garden for Mom. Bulbs include Tall Bearded, Border Bearded, Intermediate Bearded, Dwarf Bearded and some of the best Reblooming Iris in the world.

Sunnyvale Farmers' Market, Sunnyvale Ca, Saturdays

Location:
DOWNTOWN SUNNYVALE, Murphy Avenue @ Washington
(Map)
Open:
Saturdays
9am to 1pm
Year 'Round

Use the market as a place to plan your meal. Go to the market, and get inspired. Learn to shop and eat "seasonally." Produce harvested and picked vine or tree ripened always taste better and will enhance any meal.
Talk to the producer. Get invaluable information on even the most common fruits and vegetables.
Buy a new item every once in a while. Ask the person next to you or the producer to give you some ideas on how to use it. Or trust your intuition and take it home, taste it raw, steam, roast, grill or stir-fry whatever is in season. This is one of the keys to creative cooking.
Get the kids involved. Give them a few dollars and let them buy whatever produce they want and will eat. It's a great way to make them responsible rather than you for eating fruits and vegetables.
Take your favorite basket or cloth bag. It's sustainable and environmentally friendly.
Recycle your plastic bags. After each market, tuck them back into your market basket. Again, it's an environmentally friendly thing to do.
Use your senses to find the best items. Smell, touch (gently) and taste.
Bring a friend to the market. Turn someone else on to the rich satisfaction that can be found through the food and community at the Farmers' Market.

If you are not one of the many "Farmers' Market Faithful" that come out weekly to socialize with good neighbors, enjoy great music, experience the bounty of California's finest food or plain old people-watching... you're missing out on some good old fashioned fun!