by The Dawn Thomas Team on July 18, 2011
Willow Glen is a fantastic community in San Jose, and Thursdays evenings around The Glen are something to look forward to thanks to The Kiwanis Club of Willow Glen! The Kiwanis have been organizing a free summer concert series on Thursday evenings from 6:30 – 8:30 pm for years. The musical line-up for the remainder [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on July 4, 2011
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” — The Declaration of Independence July 4, 1776 No matter where you are today – in Silicon Valley or beyond [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on June 15, 2011
Bust out your dancing shoes, get your groove going, and make plans for happy feet at the best dance party in the South Bay! Willow Glen is hosting its annual “Dancin’ on the Avenue” on Saturday June 25, 2011 from 4 to 9 pm. This fabulous event showcases Willow Glen’s finest eateries, live music stages, [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on May 27, 2011
Great America! As we start into the Memorial Day weekend, it’s fitting to remember how great America is. This weekend, California’s Great America features its Armed Forces program with a free regular admission ticket on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday of Memorial Day weekend for any active or retired military personnel. Just bring your valid Military [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on May 13, 2011
When I grow up…. I’m going to be a fashion designer. I’m going to live in my pink tutu and black patent shoes. I’m going to wear my boa to bed and make beautiful clothes for me, my dolls, and my dog. Sound familiar? I have fond memories of learning to sew under the ever-so [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on April 11, 2011
Opa! Just what exactly is “opa?” Having consulted my Greek expert in the office – I now understand that “Opa” doesn’t really “mean” anything. It’s more of an expression of joy or happiness – like “hooray!” or “woo hoo!” And at Opa Greek Restaurant in Willow Glen and Los Gatos – Opa means “yippee for [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on March 7, 2011
An Evening of Mystery, Magic and Curiosities. Ready for a little hocus pocus? The San Jose Improv presents a evening of magic tomorrow night – Tuesday, March 8. World-renown magicians Wayne Houchin and Aaron Fisher will wow you and your family. Aaron Fisher is a regular performer at the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood [...]
by The Dawn Thomas Team on February 22, 2011
Are you ready to get your woof and wiggle on? There’s a pet party coming to San Jose! Check out the 2011 Bay Area Pet Expo on Saturday, February 26 at the Santa Clara Fairgrounds. Bring your dog. Your bird. Or even your lizard – and join the fun. Over 130 pet-friendly exhibitors will be [...]