by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 30, 2010
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 [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 29, 2010
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 [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 28, 2010
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 [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 27, 2010
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 [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 26, 2010
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 [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 25, 2010
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! [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 24, 2010
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 [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on November 23, 2010
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 [...]