November 2010

#288 – Ainsley House – Campbell

by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 30, 2010

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It’s not even December yet – but I’m going to ask it anyways.  Have you decorated for the holidays?  If you need some inspiration – it may be time to snoop around someone else’s house.  In this case – an elegant source of yuletide inspiration is the historical Ainsley House in Downtown Campbell.  Built in [...]

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#287 – Holiday Parade – Downtown San Jose

by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 29, 2010

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Line up the bands! Put the final sparkles on the floats! Fill the giant helium balloons! Downtown San Jose will host the 29th Annual Holiday Parade at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, December 5. Join thousands of your neighbors downtown for this holiday tradition that will be broadcast live on NBC Bay Area and streamed worldwide [...]

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#286 – The Nutcracker – San Jose

by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 28, 2010

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Do you remember the first time you saw The Nutcracker? From television, the movies, and live performances – the story of Maria and her beloved nutcracker is a mainstay of the holiday season. One of the best productions of The Nutcracker is right here in our backyard – Ballet San Jose will stage this beloved [...]

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#285 – Pizza My Heart – Willow Glen

by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 27, 2010

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Tired of turkey yet? At about this point in the Thanksgiving weekend, pizza starts to sound really good. If you have guests from out-of-town – take them out for pizza with some local color. One of my favorites is Pizza My Heart – with locations across Silicon Valley. Started in 1981 in Capitola – not [...]

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#284 – Christmas in the Park – San Jose

by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 26, 2010

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Christmas in the Park opens today in downtown San Jose! This annual tradition in downtown San Jose in Cesar Chavez Park opens with a tree lighting ceremony today – Friday, November 26 at 5:30 pm. Christmas in the Park began 60 years ago as a simple by one local business man in front of his [...]

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#283 – Happy Thanksgiving!

by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 25, 2010

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May your stuffing be tasty May your turkey plump, May your potatoes and gravy Have nary a lump. May your yams be delicious And your pies take the prize, And may your Thanksgiving dinner Stay off your thighs! ~Author Unknown We are grateful for the enthusiasm and support of everyone in our Silicon Valley community! [...]

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#282 – Holiday Tree Lighting – Los Gatos

by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 24, 2010

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The town of Los Gatos launches its holiday season with a Holiday Tree Lighting on Friday night, December 3 at Town Plaza Park. Revel in the warmth and charm of Los Gatos with a horse drawn carriage ride through the town and festively decorated streets. The Carriage rides are sponsored by the Los Gatos Chamber [...]

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#281 – Thanksgiving Dinner – Last Minute

by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 23, 2010

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Let’s talk turkey.  Do you have dinner figured out yet?   If you’re still waiting for your plans to jell – or if they have changed at the last minute – it may be time to call in the professionals.   Having someone else make Thanksgiving dinner relieves so much of the stress and mess of the [...]

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