by The Dawn Thomas Team on June 30, 2010
Five reasons to visit San Jose’s City Hall – even if you don’t need pull a building permit: The Architecture, the Dome, the Light - San Jose City Hall was designed by Architect Richard Meier who also designed the Getty Museum in Los Angeles. Visitors rave about the natural light, space, and simplicity of the [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on June 29, 2010
Lions get some of the best parts in the theater. From Elsa in Born Free to Mufasa and Simba in The Lion King – lions help us laugh, live courageously, and lead from the heart. Next week – the Peninsula Youth Theatre brings Narnia to the stage with one of my all-time favorite lions – [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on June 28, 2010
Strategic default, that is, stopping payments on a mortgage when you still have the ability to make the payments, has become a trend nationwide for homeowners who have properties with values that have significantly decreased. The consequences for walking away from your home vary depending on the state you’re located in and the type of [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on June 28, 2010
As the summer temperatures start to climb – the thought of a cool swim sounds luscious. But who do you know over the age of three who thinks the Pacific Ocean in Northern California is warm enough for more than a toe dunk? Instead – visit Blackberry Farm in Cupertino. Take the kids for [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on June 27, 2010
The San Jose Giants present a Firework Extravaganza over the 4th of July weekend. On Friday, July 2 and Saturday, July 3 – see the San Jose Giants play the Lancaster JetHawks at 6:30 pm – followed by fireworks on both nights. On Sunday, July 4 – the San Jose Giants are on the road [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on June 26, 2010
Food for thought. Coffee for Conversation. If you’re looking for a great locally-owned place for coffee or a casual lunch in Saratoga – check out the Big Word Cafe. For that matter – this place rocks for breakfast as well. I”m always on the lookout for a place with protein on the breakfast list – [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on June 25, 2010
Get Live and Local on Saturday, June 26th – as the Peninsula Symphony presents an outdoor Pops Concert at the Los Altos Civic Center on the soccer field at 6:30 pm. Spend a gorgeous summer evening listening to the sweet sounds of the Peninsula Symphony performing a fantastic program of classical standards and Broadway hits. [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on June 24, 2010
Thursdays are the best! Another great week rounding the bend and an awesome weekend getting ready to roll. Next week – the Kiwanis Club of Willow Glen kicks off its annual “Music in the Glen” series on Thursday evenings. The musical line-up includes: July 1 – The Hitmen July 8 – Silver Creek July 15 [...]