Zachary M. Baker, Reinhard Family Curator Emeritus of Judaica and Hebraic Collections, Stanford University Libraries, will speak on his research on cultural topics growing from his many trips to Argentina. He visited the AMIA Jewish community building in Buenos Aires following the bombing in 1994. Luckily its priceless archives, art objects, and library collection were salvaged.

Local Event: History of the Jewish Community of Argentina

Saratoga

California

History of the Jewish Community of Argentina

Tuesday August 20, 2024: Zachary M. Baker, Reinhard Family Curator Emeritus of Judaica and Hebraic Collections, Stanford University Libraries,...

This event will provide attendees with a unique opportunity to meet the architects behind the 2024 AIA Silicon Valley&nbsp;Home Tour's featured homes, learn about their design processes, all while enjoying craft cocktails, wine + beer and a light dinner!
If you are a history buff, we will also be offering two private tours of our host's venue, a historical estate designed by renowned architect Julia Morgan.

Local Event: Meet the Architects

Palo Alto

Meet the Architects

Wednesday August 21, 2024: This event will provide attendees with a unique opportunity to meet the architects behind the 2024 AIA Silicon...

Make time for yourself and relax with&nbsp;this meditative painting workshop.
We’ll begin with 15 minutes of relaxation in a serene garden before moving to my studio for a meditative painting session. This practice offers a range of benefits, including stress reduction and enhanced creativity, whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner.&nbsp;
You will take home your 20x20" abstract landscape painting. All painting material is provided.&nbsp;Just show up and have fun!
Check out the detail and sign up for the workshop at the above link.

Local Event: Meditative Painting Workshop - Abstract Landscape

Meditative Painting Workshop - Abstract Landscape

Wednesday August 21, 2024: Make time for yourself and relax with&nbsp;this meditative painting workshop.
We’ll begin with 15 minutes of...

Join Congregation Beth David and all of the local congregations as we share Pride prayers and welcome the LGBTQ Jewish community, along with allies, family and friends in celebration of Shabbat. Info@beth-david.org

Local Event: Jewish Community Pride Shabbat

Jewish Community Pride Shabbat

Friday August 23, 2024: Join Congregation Beth David and all of the local congregations as we share Pride prayers and welcome the LGBTQ...

Zoom

Registration is now open for online <a href="https://clubkinginc.com/become-a-beginner/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Beginning Bridge</a>.&nbsp;Have you tried to learn how to play bridge or wanted to but couldn’t find the right course? Study after study shows that bridge is good for your brain. ClubKing’s <a href="https://clubkinginc.com/about-us/" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://clubkinginc.com/about-us/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1720277562496000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2Meo8pPAvHaGCImK6euqCM" rel="nofollow">Peter Steinberg</a> is excited to teach you how to play. Attendees will deal out and play hands from day one. That’s right: you’ll learn by playing, not by rote. Beginning Bridge series is also a great refresher for those who want a basic refresher course.

Local Event: Beginning Bridge

Beginning Bridge

Monday September 9, 2024: Registration is now open for online Beginning Bridge.&nbsp;Have you tried to learn how to play bridge or wanted to...

The Flame of Liberty Memorial, 110 East Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95030

RISE, Stand United, Stand Strong America!
Unite with Silicon Valley’s Finest to Honor the Heroes of 9/11
The Veterans Memorial &amp; Support Foundation will host a tribute to Remember and Honor 9/11 Survivors, Victims and Heroes on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, from 8AM – 9:30 AM, at The Flame of Liberty Memorial, 110 East Main Street, Los Gatos, CA. The event is outdoors on the Los Gatos Civic Center Lawn and is FREE and open to the public. More information can be found on the Foundation’s website: <a href="https://honoravet.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://honoravet.org/</a> 
September 11, 2001, began as an ordinary, late-summer day. As the sun rose, fair weather and blue skies prevailed over much of the country and thousands of commercial airliners prepared for flight. But, in less than two hours' time, this seemingly routine day was transformed when 19 terrorists boarded and hijacked four commercial airplanes to attack America.
Nearly 3,000 people were killed when the hijacked planes were flown into the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon near Washington, DC, and when United Airlines Flight 93 crashed in the Pennsylvania countryside outside of Shanksville, PA.
Two local United Flight 93 heroes attempted to take back cockpit control from terrorists - Todd Beamer and Mark Bingham. Todd and Mark never wore a uniform and never attended any military training. Many would say they were killed in action. Their selfless acts of courage prevented the Capitol Building and all within it from being annihilated. Moreover, thanks to their quick efforts, our government escaped harm at a crucial time when it was critical to act against terrorism.
Americans have demonstrated on numerous occasions that they know how to RISE AGAIN, STAND UNITED, STAND STRONG. 9/11 was no exception. Today is proof positive that America knows how to RISE. A new World Trade Center adorns the footprint of the former Twin Towers and beautiful memorials commemorate the lives lost at the Twin Towers, the Pentagon and the crash site in Shanksville Pennsylvania. We commemorate the lives of Mark Bingham and Todd Beamer locally at our own Flame of Liberty Memorial located at the Los Gatos Civic Center. 
In the spirit of standing strong, the Veterans Memorial &amp; Support Foundation invites you to RISE and join us for a tribute to 9/11 heroes. Thanks to the generous donations of our premier sponsors – Lisa Provenzano of Keller Williams International Bay Area Realty, and Rick Provenzano, owner of Provenzano Builders, along with the Town of Los Gatos and Los Gatos Living Magazine, the Veterans Memorial &amp; Support Foundation can bring this special message of courage and gratitude to our community. 
The Veterans Memorial &amp; Support Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers honor, gratitude and healing to those who’ve served. It has the mission to improve lives, one Veteran at a time. Information on the Foundation can be found at <a href="https://honoravet.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://honoravet.org/</a>.

Local Event:  RISE, Stand United, Stand Strong America!

Los Gatos

 RISE, Stand United, Stand Strong America!

Wednesday September 11, 2024: RISE, Stand United, Stand Strong America!
Unite with Silicon Valley’s Finest to Honor the Heroes of 9/11
The Veterans...

Multiple Homes in Santa Clara County (addresses provided to registered attendees only)

Open to the public, this self-guided tour is a celebration of residential homes designed by licensed architects. The dwellings featured are cutting edge, modern in design, imaginative in the uses and blends of materials, and sensitive to both surrounding neighbors and the environment.
Through teamwork, collaboration, and a shared vision, the licensed architects bring their homeowners dreams to reality.

Local Event: 2024 AIA Silicon Valley Home Tours

2024 AIA Silicon Valley Home Tours

Saturday September 14, 2024: Open to the public, this self-guided tour is a celebration of residential homes designed by licensed architects. The...

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Event on Wednesday August 21, 2024 at 5:30pm

2 Arrested In San Jose After 2020 Shooting: Police

Investigators allege one man was responsible for the fatal shooting of a man in a car, and the other is accused of aiding in the crime.

Crime & Safety

Fairgrounds Official Charged With Extortion: DA

Prosecutors in Santa Clara County allege an official at the county fairgrounds demanded kickbacks from a security company.

Across California

Newsom Targets Smartphones In Class As New...

As students head back to class for a new academic year, the governor is calling on schools to crack down on smartphone use.

Newsom Targets Smartphones In Class As New School Year Gets Underway

Schools

San Francisco

Free $20 Amazon Gift Cards Offered For Blood...

The American Red Cross is offering the gift cards through August to address a nationwide blood shortage.

Free $20 Amazon Gift Cards Offered For Blood Donations

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San Rafael

DNA Cracks 50-Year-Old Cold Case Murder: Police

Detectives traveled to Idaho this week and arrested a 75-year-old man accused of murdering a Swedish woman in the Bay Area 50 years ago.

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