The Wave Magazine - Volume 09, Issue 07: April 29 - May 12, 2009 by The Wave Magazine

CONTENTS F E AT U R E

GREEN BUSINESS GUIDE

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AUTOMOTIVE & TRANSPORT

FAMILY & COMMUNITY

DINING & CATERING

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES

HOME & DESIGN / CONSTRUCTION

RETAIL

THE BUSINESS OF GREENING: Santa Clara County’s Bay Area

HEALTH & BEAUTY

LAW & FINANCIAL SERVICES

DEPARTMENTS UPFRONT

MOVIES & TV Feature: A look at Disney’s new animaland-planet-focused documentary, Earth, and other recent films with an eco focus.

STYLE & SHOPPING Feature: Recycled style that’s kind on the planet and on the wallet.

ARTS Feature: Silicon Valley Open Studios invites the public into the working realm of local artists. PLUS: Calendar listings for theatre, dance, classical music, opera, museums and galleries.

HEALTH & BEAUTY Feature: LaBelle Day Spa in Palo Alto offers a spa experience that will make visitors green with beauty. PLUS: Other eco-friendly Silicon Valley spas and salons.

FAMILY & COMMUNITY Feature: Our special Summer Camp Guide shows why summer camp can be fun and educational.

KIDSTUFF Our new KIDSTUFF column, focusing on all things baby and child, and featuring the KIDPICK reader baby photo!

SPOTLIGHT { eco transit special }

TECH SPEAK { with dean takahashi }

HIT LIST { editors’ picks }

LIFESTYLE 22

SPORTS & ADVENTURE Feature: Courses for horses and the people who ride them.

HOME & DESIGN Feature: Despite its benefits, eco-friendly landscaping got one couple in hot water with city officials. 14 DAYS

50 WAYS TO LEAVE YOUR SOFA { top events }

DINING Feature: Why chefs and restaurateurs are increasingly showcasing organic, sustainable and locally farmed cuisine. PLUS: Mother’s day brunch and dinner venues, page 40.

NIGHTLIFE & MUSIC Feature: Comedian Patrice O’Neal on the economy, monkey attacks and other current events. PLUS: Concert Previews and Headliners.

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72 CAREER TRAINING

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72 HOME IMPROVEMENT

68 SPORTS & ADVENTURE

73 WEDDING PLANNING

ON THE COVER Design Director Chris Schmauch and Senior Editor Jo Abbie visited restaurateur and sustainable food crusader Jesse Cool at her Palo Alto home, complete with expansive vegetable garden, chicken coop and much more. For more on Cool and her restaurants, see our Dining feature on page 36. This shot of Cool relaxing in her garden was captured in natural light with a Nikon D3 using a 85mm lens.

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SPOTLIGHT: NOTEWORTHY NEWS

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Eco Transit

With all these green commuting ideas, who needs a car? Join a car sharing program

Zipcar.com is all the rage right now, with numerous locations throughout the country, including San Francisco, Menlo Park and Palo Alto. The idea is pretty simple: Zipcar has a fleet of cars waiting at multiple locations. You sign up on their website; they send you a card embedded with a chip; you reserve a car online for a certain amount of time. Upon arrival at the parking garage, you then swipe the card at a sensor on the door, get in, drive around, do your errands and return the car to the exact same spot once you’re done. You are charged an hourly rate, plus yearly membership. And to keep things green, the bill is sent to your online account. The APTA (American Public Transportation Association) says you can reduce household carbon emissions by 10 percent if you get rid of one car, 30 percent for two cars.

was up 4.1 percent in February compared to the same month in 2008. According to the APTA, a typical public transit rider consumes half the amount of oil than that of someone who drives a car.

Take a taxi

According to APTA, an individual can save $8,000 a year by taking public transportation and getting rid of one car. That’s a nice incentive, but can you really rely on a taxi for the occasional trip to Costco or to make an appointment across town? With the VTA eco pass, yes, you can. It not only allows you unlimited rides on the light rail, but offers a free taxi ride in case of scheduling emergencies. And if you really want to green things up, request a hybrid Prius taxi through the San Jose and Palo Alto Yellow Cab company.

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Ride a bus

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The Santa Clara Valley Transit Authority (VTA) has numerous fuel-efficient buses, and is even looking into the feasibility of a zeroemission fuel-cell bus (ZEB), whose only byproduct is water vapor. VTA bus ridership was up 4.6 percent in the month of February compared to February 2008. Then there’s WiDrive by Bauer’s Intelligent Transportation, a luxurious, eco-friendly, 52-passenger biodiesel commuter bus bedecked with Wi-Fi, LCD screens, iPod hookups, snacks, coffee and more. The bus travels various Silicon Valley and San Francisco routes in the morning and evening. The rates are reasonable (around $4-$8 each way), plus it’s like flying first class to work everyday! www.bauerswi-drive.org

Ride the light rail

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A staggering 3.4 million trips were taken on VTA light rail and buses in February. That’s a hefty eco-friendly population. Traveling around San Jose, Campbell, Milpitas and Mountain View on the light rail is simple and efficient, and the eco pass lets businesses provide unlimited use of the light rail in exchange for a tax deduction. Light rail use

Ride a bike

There are plenty of bikes out there, but we like the Bianchi San Jose, because... well, just guess! San Jose and its surrounding cities are some of the most bike-friendly cities in the country, with tons of paths and space for those choosing to ride to work. Go to www. publictransportation.org and calculate what you could be saving without a car. And don’t forget, if you commute to work by bicycle, you’re eligible for a $20-a-month, tax-free stipend from your employer, who can then deduct that money from their federal taxes. Bici Bike, 5715 Cottle Rd., San Jose (408) 225-0599; Slough Bike Shop, 260 Race St., San Jose (408) 2931616; Shaw’s Lightweight Cycles, 45 Washington St., Santa Clara (408) 246-7881

Ride a horse

Kicking it (or galloping it, rather) really old school might not be such a bad idea. There are tons of places in Silicon Valley to saddle up [See our Sports & Adventure feature on page 68]. Too bad there aren’t any dirt highways so we could all be commuting atop a trusty steed while wearing cowboy hats. 8

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Head over to Menlo Park and pick out a Tesla Roadster to speed around Silicon Valley in eco-rockstar style. Make no mistake, though, these all-electric vehicles aren’t for the faint of heart (or speed!). The Roadster goes from zero to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds, and can travel about 220 miles on one charge. Not only that, these sweet rides qualify for the full $7,500 US federal tax credit on battery-powered cars, plus state incentives, sales tax waivers and rebates. Shocking, we know. Reserve one now for a refundable $9,900. Delivery of these vehicles begins in July. Tesla Motors, 1050 Bing St., San Carlos (650) 413-4000; Tesla Store, 300 El Camino Real, Menlo Park (650) 4136250 www.teslamotors.com

Carpool

Cool sites like PickupPal.com let you coordinate with other drivers in your area to form car pools. Log on, find someone going from San Jose to Cupertino, and you’re all set. Routes are even posted via Google Maps, so you can see exactly which way you’re headed. You can view profiles of drivers and even send messages back and forth before hopping aboard. Additionally, San Jose-based Altrans offers alternative transportation solutions for businesses, schools and colleges.

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Offset your carbon footprint

Companies such as San Francisco-based Terrapass and LiveNeutral offer people and businesses ways to calculate their carbon footprints and offset those by donating money to fund green projects. For instance, if our graphic designer, Jon Sontag, purchased a $48 certificate from LiveNeutral, he would completely offset his 2008 carbon footprint for his Ford Focus. Go ahead, Sontag. What are you waiting for? Project P.U.M.A.

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There’s no shortage of insane forms of transportation out there. A lot of them, however, are actually quite eco friendly, and someday will most likely not seem so out there. GM and Segway recently unveiled a potential urban vehicle at the New York Auto Show. Part of what’s being called Project P.U.M.A. (Personal Urban Mobility and Accessibility), the intention is to create an all-electric twoseat vehicle with two wheels for people to cruise around cities at 35 mph with up to 35 miles per charge. Not too shabby. Or there’s Santa Clara based JPods (www.jpods.com), a company developing a solar-powered overhead rail system consisting of small, computer-driven pods designed to transport people or cargo. While the present of eco-friendly transport is looking bright, the future, it seems, is even brighter.

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SPOTLIGHT

All Aboard Suntrain New book lays groundwork for a solar-powered railway.

alk about timing. With President Obama calling for investments in renewable energy, Bay Area transportation expert Christopher Swan has devised a fullservice passenger train system that is not only completely solar-powered, but just might be the ticket to solving our most pressing transportation, energy, and environmental problems. Known as Suntrain, it is the subject of Mr. Swan’s Big Idea (Sopo Press, 2009), a new book by San Jose State University professor David Vasquez. He chatted with us about what he calls “a railway for the Obama era.”

The Wave: What’s the key element to Suntrain? David Vasquez: Basically, Suntrain is an electric train that uses hydrogen as a battery by converting it into electric energy. It would run on

100-percent renewable energy, energy that is generated either right from the train tracks or the train stations, so there’s no need for any centralized power grid or oil refinery – and, unlike other electric trains, such as the TGV trains in France (which basically draw nuclear power), there are no emissions. It is also a uniquely clean system. Most trains today run using one of three options: they have overhead wires to get the electricity, they have third rails (like subway systems), or they have diesel engines. Suntrain has none of those. With so much solar energy to be had, especially in the United States and California, it’s a slam dunk, in terms of the viability of using solar. TW: Is this just a Northern California transit system, or would it go to other parts of the country? DV: For this to be a big idea, it has to spread everywhere – not only to other parts of the country, but other parts of the world. The main idea is that trains should be the workhorse of transportation, and cars should be a niche.

NEWS

That’s another key to Suntrain: for the system to be viable, it needs to compete with automobiles. Automobiles are a huge part of our worldwide environmental problem. There is nothing specifically wrong with cars – there’s just too many of them. In my slideshow [see website below], I talk about how much of a problem cars really are, and how much money it’s costing us. People think we don’t have money to pursue alternatives, but once we look at how much we’re actually spending on cars – not just at the gas pump, but as a society, and all the indirect costs of automobiles – then we can start to realize that passenger trains really do a lot of great things, and a next-generation passenger train could really be a game changer as far as the environmental battle goes. TW: What will take to make this idea a reality? DV: There are several ways, including private investment, leadership and using the internet to mobilize support. A lot of people have been impressed with recent events like the election of Barack Obama. That seemed unlikely, too, and the internet played a major role in that. We think Suntrain can form the foundation of the green revolution. Nothing else permeates so many levels of society, and touches so many people in so many ways. We also think it could be a huge boost for the solar energy

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infrastructure in general. That’s why I call it Mr. Swan’s big idea, because it’s more than just about trains. TW For more information on Suntrain, including a slideshow preview of how the system would work, visit www.suntrainusa.com.

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Could OnLive see the birth of a new era for gamers?

magine playing the most demanding PC and console games for a flat subscription fee on your older computers or flat screen TV. That means you could play games with the best graphics, regardless of whether you have a state-of-the-art gaming rig. Sound impossible? It’s what OnLive (www. onlive.com), a start-up in Palo Alto, promises with its videogames on demand service that’s set to debut this fall. The company spent seven years secretly developing the service and unveiled a prototype at the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco in March. OnLive could disrupt the game business in a big way, as it means gamers can play games purchased over the internet rather than paying for them in stores.

I tried out OnLive by playing Crysis (one of the most attractive looking first-person shooter games ever created) on an old MacBook laptop. It had all of the special effects (shimmering water, solar flares, and realistic shadows) that usually only run on high-end gaming computers. OnLive also lets you engage with other players socially. You can capture your own performance in a game and make “brag clip” that you can share with friends. You can also watch some of the best players in the world as they play their games live, so that you can get tips on how to beat the hardest parts of a game. All this is possible because OnLive has figured out how to compress game data by more than 200 times. It can store the game and perform computations in computers known as servers in centralized data centers. When you push a button on a controller, the command is sent over the internet to the servers, where the action is calculated, and then the result is sent in the form of a video image to the display in the home. You can use an old computer to do this, or you can use an OnLive “micro-console.” The micro-console has a port to plug in your display (such as

a flat screen TV) and a way to plug in the internet. You can plug a game controller into it – and that’s all – you don’t need a home console at all. You will pay a flat subscription fee when the service debuts in the fall. To play, you need an internet connection with at least two megabits a second bandwidth for standard definition games. To play high-definition 720p games, you need about five megabits a second bandwidth. Most cable modem and digital subscriber phone lines can handle these speeds. You might notice an occasional

hiccup, since the game is being processed on computers so far away from you, but the quality is expected to be pretty good. There are many upsides to playing via OnLive. For game publishers, there is no threat of piracy, as each person is authenticated when they log into the servers. Game publishers can also upgrade their games easily, eliminating the need to send patches to home computers that users must install. Which means game publishers could change their games overnight, giving gamers more reason to log in the next time they play. Gamers can also play their games on any machine, even while they’re traveling, since OnLive takes only a small one-megabyte download to install. You could even play some of the best games on a $400 netbook. At least nine major game publishers are backing the idea, while OnLive has funding from Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, Maverick Capital and Autodesk. It is certainly one of the biggest bets made on a start-up in recent Silicon Valley history. If it succeeds, imagine how OnLive will use the same technology to transmit movies, music and other entertainment into our homes. TW THEWAVEMAG.COM APRIL 27 - MAY 10, 2009

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Mama Mio www.mamamio.com A perfect last minute Mother’s Day gift for new or to-be moms, the Mama Mio skincare line really has it all: paraben-free formulas; fresh, clean ingredients and scents; insouciant instructions on the packaging; and the kicker, effective results. While the Congratulations! and Countdown kits (featuring products such as tummy rub oil and super rich body cream for pregnant bellies) clearly have moms-to-be in mind, items such as their Boob Tube cream (said to help defy gravity you know where) are designed to benefit all women. Congratulations!, $55 and Countdown Kit, $69.99, both available at Baby Buzz, 1314 Lincoln Ave., Ste. 1A, San Jose (408) 885-9870 www.babybuzzcafe.com

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HSSV Animal Community Center www.hssv.org

A La Carte & Art www.miramarevents.com/alacarte Downtown Mountain View’s Castro Street is always buzzing, but come May 16-17 it will be positively overflowing, as the city’s annual A La Carte & Art open air festival takes to the streets. We’re talking two full days of food, fun and festivity, including live music; a juried art show with 250 craftspeople exhibiting their latest wares; festive food and drink (such as premium wines, microbrews and margaritas); a farmers market with fresh seasonal produce; the popular chefs’ demonstration tent; a variety of amusements for kids; free facials, hand massages and mini makeovers from Burt’s Bees; and more... so much more.

The animals at the Humane Society of Silicon Valley still need a good home. But until some loving individual or family adopts them, they are now being housed in one of the greenest facilities in Northern California. The 48,000-square-foot new center boasts amazingly reallooking artificial turf in its expansive dog park (which saves endless amounts of water), special pet plumbing (which stops waste from polluting the groundwater), and cageless animal habitats that simulate home environments. The building itself is a monument to eco-friendly architecture, with natural light pouring in and leading to greater energy efficiency, a state-of-the-art air filtration system, solar panels that will generate up to 40 percent of the center’s power, and much more. The center also houses a veterinary hospital, an education center, a community events room and a pet supply store, and will soon be home to a pet-friendly café. Stay tuned to future issues of The Wave for more on this impressive new facility and the many attractions it has to offer the community (both animal and human). To adopt a pet or to volunteer at the Humane Society Silicon Valley, visit the center at 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, or call (408) 262-2133. TW

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Green Business Program (BAGBP) of

pretty much ubiquitous in busi-

Santa Clara County, which allows compa-

ness today, with car manufac-

nies to become certifiably green by follow-

turers, cable providers and other massive

ing certain guidelines and meeting certain

companies all going green. But it’s not

eco criteria.

just the big shots. Small businesses of all kinds are making an effort on the eco

Congratulations to all businesses mak-

front, especially here in the South Bay.

ing an effort to go green. We look for-

Far from a handful of eco chic boutiques

ward to the day where the list of green

selling organic wares or cafés offering

businesses will be longer than those that

menus brimming with organic produce,

aren’t. Somehow, we feel that day isn’t

the greening of Silicon Valley covers the

too far away.

commerce gamut, with everything from certification.

on greening their business is the Bay Area

Current Moves

Was your favorite eco-friendly business not listed here? Let us know at green@thewavemag.com.

churches to auto shops gaining green

Offering an incentive to small outfits keen

AUTOMOTIVE & TRANSPORT:

*= Certified by the Bay Area Green Business Program (www.greenbiz. ca.gov). See page 21 for more details.

DINING & CATERING Park Place, Cyprus Hotel

*AL SANCHEZ VOLKSWAGEN MAZDA 6800 Chestnut St., Gilroy (408) 842-9371 www.alsanchezauto.com

CURRENT MOVES 416 W. San Carlos St., San Jose (408) 931-6666 www.currentmoves.com

ELECTRIC GREEN SHOWROOM Brittan @ Industrial, San Carlos (650) 591-4458 www.electricgreenshowroom.com

*4TH STREET BANQUET CENTER

*INTERNATIONAL VEGETARIAN HOUSE

Fairmont Hotel, 170 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 998-1900

520 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose (408) 292-3798 www.vegetarianhouse.us

*AEMONO RESTAURANT The International Culinary School, The Art Institute of California, 1120 Kifer Rd., Sunnyvale (408) 962-6444 www. artinstitutes.edu/Sunnyvale

*BELLA MIA 58 S. First St., San Jose (408) 280-1993 www.bellamia.com

*CRIMSON RESTAURANT 15466 Los Gatos Blvd., Los Gatos (408) 358-0175 www.crimsonrestaurant.com

*GORDON BIERSCH 33 E. San Fernando St., San Jose (408) 294-6785 www.gordonbiersch.com

*LA TAQUERIA 15 S. First St., San Jose (408) 287-1542

*GUCKENHEIMER Corporate catering, multiple Silicon Valley locations www.guckenheimer.com

*MOORPARK PARK BAR & GRILL 4241 Moorpark Ave., San Jose (408) 846-0361 www.jdvhotels. com/dining/parkgrill

ORGANIC IN HOME COOKING (408) 761-3059 or (650) 380-1963 www.organicinhomecooking.com

This personal chef and catering service offers nutritious and tasty organic meals for those with no time for planning, grocery shopping and spending time in the kitchen. Think delicious dishes such as chicken pot pie, vegetarian mushroom ragout and more.

*PARK PLACE RESTAURANT 10030 S. De Anza Blvd., Cupertino (408) 873-1000 www.parkplacecupertino.com

*SAVORY & SWEET ENTERPRISES, INC. 149 W. Hendy Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 245-4712 www.savoryandsweet.com

For more eco-friendly restaurants, see our Dining feature on page 36.

Zipping around town on an electric scooter will make your gas guzzling pals green with envy. And as part of their oneyear anniversary, Electric Green is offering a sale on all clothing, accessories and more. What better time to scoot on over and grab a green bargain.

*EUROPEAN AUTO WORKS 239 W. Evelyn Ave., Mountain View (650) 966-8866 www.ea-w.com

*GILROY TOYOTA 500 Stutz Way, Gilroy (408) 8488000 gilroytoyota.isoars.com

*HARV’S CAR WASH 1101 W. El Camino Blvd., Mountain View (650) 967-7788; 3655 Stevens Creek Blvd., Santa Clara (408) 247-9650 www.harvscarwash.com

Proud to be the only green certiﬁed car wash in Santa Clara County, Harv’s is the place to primp your Prius or pamper your Honda hybrid.

*L & M BODY SHOP

*SUNNYVALE FOREIGN CAR SERVICE 83 B Pioneer Way, Mountain View (650) 960-6988 www.sfcarservices.com

*TOYOTA SUNNYVALE

5755 Winfield Blvd., San Jose (408) 225-5053 www.lm-bodyshop.com

898 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale (800) 869-6829 www.toyotasunnyvale.com

*LARRY’S AUTOWORKS

*TAYLOR AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE

2526 Leghorn St., Mountain View (650) 968-5202 www.autoworks.com

Consistently winning accolades, this auto shop is a certiﬁed Bay Area Green Business and home to a California Model Pollution Prevention Facility.

*MOTOR MASTERS AUTOMOTIVE 247 E. St. John St., San Jose (408) 294-3535 www.motormastersautomotive.com

*PARK AVENUE MOTORS 3290 Park Ave., Palo Alto (650) 494-0311 www.autonation.com

*PREMIER AUTO TOPS & INTERIORS 3457 El Camino Real, Santa Clara (408) 241-7090 www.premierupholstery.com

*SUNNYVALE FORD 650 E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale (800) 669-7197 www.fordautodirect.com

297 E. Taylor St., San Jose (408) 295-3786

*THE DRIVING MACHINE 10100 Bubb Rd., Cupertino (408) 446-9727 www.thedrivingmachine.com

*THE RENNSHOP, INC. 1423 Laurelwood Rd., Santa Clara (408) 727-0911 www.therennshop.com

YELLOW CAB COMPANY (408) 777-7777

This local cab company, servicing the San Jose/Palo Alto area, now offers several green vehicles. Look for the yellow (not green!) Prius.

For more on green transit options, see Spotlight, pages 6-8 in this issue.

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BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES: *ACCRETIVE SOLUTIONS

*KAREN MATHEWS & ASSOCIATES

800 W. El Camino Real, Ste. 320, Mountain View (415) 593-6722 www.accretivesolutions.com

4701 Patrick Henry, Ste. 701, Santa Clara (408) 988-2361 www.karenmathews.com

*BOMA SILICON VALLEY 63 Metro Dr., San Jose (408) 453-7222 www.boma-sv.org

*C KIRBY CONSULTING 590 Clearview Dr.,Los Gatos (408) 354-7149 www.ckirbyconsulting.com

*GENESIS ENGINEERING SERVICES, INC. 1911 Lundy Ave., San Jose (408) 527-0705 www.genesisengservices.com

*MINERVA CONSULTING 3881 Corina Way, Palo Alto (650) 424-0202 www.minervaconsulting.com

*PALO ALTO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

19400 Stevens Creek Blvd., Ste. 100, Cupertino (408) 200-0100 www.silvar.org

LAW & FINANCIAL SERVICES:

*SILICON VALLEY LEADERSHIP GROUP

*BERGER/LEWIS ACCOUNTANCY CORPORATION

*SILICON VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS

224 Airport Pkwy., Ste. 620, San Jose (408) 501-7855 svlg.net

99 Almaden Blvd., Ste. 600, San Jose (408) 494-1239

*BURR, PILGER & MAYER, LLP

122 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto (650) 324-3121 www.paloaltochamber.com

3000 El Camino Real, Ste. 250, Palo Alto (650) 855-6824; 60 S. Market St., Ste. 800, San Jose (408) 961-6300 www.bpmllp.com

*SANTA CLARA COUNTY CONTROLLER TREASURER DEPARTMENT

*FENWICK & WEST LLP 801 California St., Mountain View (650) 988-8500 www.fenwick.com

70 W. Hedding St., San Jose (408) 287-7629

*GIBSON, DUNN & CRUTCHER LLP 1881 Page Mill Rd., Palo Alto (650) 849-5300 www.gibsondunn.com

FAMILY & COMMUNITY:

*KNIGHT & COMPANY, INC. 425 First St., Ste. A, Los Altos (650) 948-8737 www.knightandcompany.com

*MOHLER, NIXON & WILLIAMS 35 Campbell Technology Pkwy., Ste. 100, Campbell (408) 369-2400 www.mohlernixon.com

EARTH BABY (650) 641-0975 www.earth-baby.com

*ROBERT MCMILLEN & ASSOCIATES

This Bay Area business offers eco-savvy parents a home delivery compostable diaper service. For more information, see our new KidStuff section on page 64.

Palo Alto (650) 327-2696 www.rpmcmillen.com

*SQUIRE, SANDERS & DEMPSEY LLP 600 Hansen Way, Palo Alto (650) 843-3396 www.ssd.com

*TECHNOLOGY CREDIT UNION

HUMANE SOCIETY OF SILICON VALLEY ANIMAL COMMUNITY CENTER

2010 N. First St., San Jose (408) 464-9667 www.techcu.com

901 Ames Ave., Milpitas (408) 262-2133

This recently opened center is expected to earn a coveted Gold level LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certiﬁcation from the US Green Building Council. [For more on the center’s impressive eco-features, see Hit List, page 14.]

STONE CHURCH OF WILLOW GLEN 1937 Lincoln Ave., San Jose (408) 267-1593

God is also going green. A parishioner from Willow Glen’s Stone Church emailed to let us know about how the church undertook changes to attain green certiﬁcation,

Humane Society of Silicon Valley Animal Community Shelter including replacing sod outside their ofﬁce building with native and drought-tolerant plants. Churchgoers are also helping one another learn how to green their lives in order to live more lightly on Earth, as part of the belief that care of the earth is a part of religious responsibility.

GREEN CLEANING:

TINY TOTS DIAPER SERVICE & BABY BOUTIQUE 38 Railway Ave., Campbell (408) 866-2900 www.tinytots.com

HEALTH & BEAUTY: *IRENE T. RANUCCI Shaklee Independent Distributor, San Jose (408) 225-2891 www.shaklee.net

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*INSPA 5353 Almaden Expwy., San Jose (408) 2650772; 1316 El Paseo de Saratoga, San Jose (408) 871-8200; 377 Santana Row, Ste. 1060, San Jose (408) 246-7722 www.inspa.com

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(650) 565-8916 www.bio-pro-clean.com

719 Colorado Ave., Palo Alto (650) 322-6500 www.opalzoap.com

This fab venue in Palo Alto teaches customers the art and craft of soap making, and allows them to whip their own preservative-free soap bars, lotions, lip balms and much more.

*SILVA CHIROPRACTIC 18525 Sutter Blvd., Ste. 170, Morgan Hill (408) 762-2012 www.silvafamilychiropractic.com

*TAM ORGANICS San Jose (408) 829-6357 www.tamorganics.com

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This squeaky clean Palo Alto-based company uses only nontoxic, eco-friendly cleaning products (which means no more Lemon Pledge or nasty ammonia aromas!) and offers housekeeping, carpet cleaning, regular cleaning, pressure washing and much more.

*CLARKE CLEAN

*GREEN CITY OFFICE CLEANING San Jose (408) 396-4850 www.greencityofficecleaning.net

NATURELL (800) 468-3971 www.naturellclean.com

This innovative new carpet and upholstery cleaning service is completely organic, chemical-free and hypoallergenic.

*PROFESSIONAL CLEANING SYSTEMS

San Jose (408) 892-9972 www.clarkeclean.com

499-A Salmar Ave., Campbell (408) 871-8087 www.pcsjanitorial.com

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3350 Scott Blvd., Santa Clara (408) 330-9350 www.cleaninnovation.com

2522 Leghorn St., Mountain View (650) 625-1010 www.servicebymedallion.com

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HOME & DESIGN / CONSTRUCTION: *AKEENA SOLAR 605 University Ave., Los Gatos (408) 395-7774 www.akeena.net

*ANDERSON BRULE ARCHITECTS, INC. 325 S. First St., San Jose (408) 298-1885 www.aba-arch.com

*AUDIO HIGH 165 Moffett Blvd., Mountain View (650) 964-4000 www.audiohigh.com

*BIG SKY CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN 351 S. Nineteenth St., San Jose (408) 277-0542 www.bscd.com

*CLEAN SOLAR INC. (408) 436-7652 www.cleansolar.com

It doesn’t get much cleaner than solar power, and Clean Solar boasts unique products and services that will make your renewable energy choices a breeze.

*DGA ARCHITECTS 550 Ellis St., Mountain View (650) 943-1660

*DICKINSON CABINETRY

*HAWLEY PETERSON & SNYDER ARCHITECTS

*SAN JOSE DRY CARPET CLEANERS

444 Castro St., Ste. 1000, Mountain View (650) 968-2944 www.hpsarch.com

San Jose (408) 448-3636 www.sanjosedrycarpetcleaners.com

*HARRELL REMODELING 1954 Old Middlefield Way, Mountain View (650) 230-2900 www.harrell-remodeling.com

*HINKLE CONSTRUCTION, INC. 585 MacArthur Ave., San Jose (408) 591-6156 www.hinkleconstruction.com

*INTEGRATED DESIGN ASSOCIATES, INC. 1084 Foxworthy Ave., Ste. 150, San Jose (408) 448-6300 www.ideasi.com

*MBA ARCHITECTS 1176 Lincoln Ave., San Jose (408) 297-0288 www.mba-architects.net

*REEL GROBMAN & ASSOCIATES 96 N. Second St., San Jose (408) 288-7833 www.reelgrobman.com

*RENEWABLE POWER SOLUTIONS, INC.

140 Lewis Rd., San Jose (408) 227-0045

1190 S. Bascom Ave., Ste 211, San Jose (408) 998-7400 www.solutionsforpower.com

*DONATELLI-CASTILLO BUILDERS

*SALAS O’BRIEN ENGINEERS, INC.

534 Horning St., San Jose (408) 287-4886 www.dcbuild.com

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305 S. Eleventh St., San Jose (408) 282-1500 www.salasobrien.com

*SOLFOCUS 510 Logue Ave., Mountain View (650) 623-7203 www.solfocus.com

*STEINBERG ARCHITECTS 60 Pierce Ave., San Jose (408) 295-5446 www.tsgarch.com

*THOMAS APPLIANCE SERVICE San Jose (408) 243-3128 www.thomasapplianceservice.com

*THE BATH ROOM 1910 W. El Camino Real, Mountain View (650) 968-7666 www.thebathroominc.com

The Bath Room is certiﬁed green by programs in Mountain View and Santa Clara, and their “green designer,” Geri Spieler, has completed the green course given by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI).

*VOX DESIGN GROUP 421 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 694-620 www.voxdesigngroup.com

*WESTON MILES ARCHITECTS 17500 Depot St., Ste. 120, Morgan Hill (408) 779-6686 www.wmarchitects.com

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AMERICAN APPAREL 170 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 328-4900 www.americanapparel.net

Offers a selection of organic cotton T-shirts, all made here in the USA.

AYURVASTRAM 334 State St., Ste. 105, Los Altos http://store.ayurvastram.com

This fashion accessories enterprise deals in handcrafted womens apparel, including an array of scarves, handbags and jewelry. All garments are made using 100percent natural materials and eco-friendly methods.

BABY BUZZ 1314 Lincoln Ave., Ste. 1A, San Jose (408) 885-9870 www.babybuzzcafe.com

CAFE PRESS www.cafepress.com

This San Mateo-based design-your-own T-shirt online powerhouse isn’t just about Barack Obama and Team Edward T-shirts. For Earth Day, they released a special edition certiﬁed carbon neutral T-shirt proclaiming “Small Feet Are Sexy.” Proﬁts go to carbon footprint offset organization Carbonfund.org.

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*BOOKRENTER.COM 1190 S. Bascom Ave., San Jose (408) 947-1988 www.bookrenter.com

*MARY DORSCH POTTERY San Jose (408) 646-3911 www.marydorschpottery.com

MODERNMINI 216 ½ N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos (408) 399-6633 www.modernmini.com

RECLAIM HOME 855 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park (650) 329-9480 www.reclaimhome.com

When Bridget and Kirk Bradley tackled a green home improvement project, they were impressed with the amount of eco-friendly products and materials on the market, but frustrated by the fact that many were only available online – which meant they couldn’t

touch, see and feel the products before making design decisions. The result is Reclaim Home in downtown Menlo Park, a store specializing in all things home-, planet- and people-friendly. You’ll find eco-friendly flooring, paint, furniture, baby products, cleaning products, gifts and accessories and more. Bridget sure knows her stuff. A writer and editor specializing in home improvement and green building, she has worked on more than 20 home improvement books. A certified green building professional, she also offers design services to help you perfect that home greening project of your dreams.

For more retailers offering earth friendly options, see our recycled style feature on page 22.

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ith more than 1,600 companies and organizations taking part in the Bay Area Green Business Program, we asked Santa Clara Country program coordinator Lisa Rose what it takes to become certifiably green. According to Rose, the program works primarily with small to mediumsized, locally based organizations and the process is fairly straightforward. Here’s how to get your business certified:

1. Fill out an application and send to the Bay Area Green Business Program (www.greenbiz. ca.gov). You can download an application from our website (www.thewavemag.com). 2. Complete a checklist specifically tailored to your business category: office/retail, auto repair, restaurant, hotel, winery, etc. You can view an example checklist at www.thewavemag.com. 3. Ensure that your business is in compliance with all environmental regulations. Businesses must also track water and energy usage and hazardous waste generation, provide incentives or training opportunities to encourage participation in the program, inform customers of environmental efforts and assist at least one other business on how to become a green business.

4. Implement a minimum number of measures in four different areas (see below), with some requirements. Rose says that while they encourage businesses to do as much as possible, businesses need not do all of the measures on the checklist to become green certified. • Energy Efficiency: Replace lighting, regular maintenance on heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems at least twice a year. • Water Conservation: Install toilets that use 1.6 gallons per flush or less, monitor water bills, repair leaks, etc. • Pollution Prevention: Keep all potential pollutants away from food preparation and storage areas, store hazardous materials securely, etc. • Solid Waste Reduction/Recycling: Recycle cardboard, paper, glass, metal, plastic and discourage printing of emails, eliminate unnecessary forms, minimize the use of packaging, etc. TW

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onsignment shops are a great reminder that recycling isn’t just for cans and bottles. They not only provide practical and convenient means to rid our closets of unwanted clothes, but often offer designer pieces at discounted prices, all while providing a green peace of mind. And with so many recycled clothing shops here in Silicon Valley, what better opportunity to give your wardrobe a fashionably green flair?

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BLACK & BROWN 1225 W. San Carlos St., San Jose (408) 298-1970

Black & Brown prides itself on its funky and hip selection of designer clothing. The moment you step in, you’re transported into a cool indie ambience, greeted by cheerful employees and surrounded by heaps of vintage and modern clothing. There are enough varieties and styles to spunk it up, funk it up or punk it up, all while highlighting one’s own tastes. Another option is to sell or trade your used clothing, receiving 35-percent cash or 55-percent trade. While there, sneak off to the back, where you’ll ﬁnd artwork delicately suspended from the surrounding walls. The connecting gallery not only showcases large portraits and other artwork of local artists, but holds occasional art shows.

CROSSROADS TRADING CO. 1959 W. San Carlos St., San Jose (408) 292-6100; 1008 Blossom Hill Rd., San Jose (408) 269-1000 www.crossroadstrading.com

One of the more popular consignment stores in San Jose, Crossroads has been buying, trading and selling used commodities for 18 years. Bring your beloved but outgrown clothing to one of two local stores and, should they choose to purchase your items, you’ll receive cash, check or in-store credit. Crossroads runs the gamut of style and specializes in highquality fashionable men’s and women’s clothing and accessories. Items not only follow current trends, but

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are in season and in good condition. Discover an array of brands including Gap, Gucci, Banana Republic, Diesel, J. Crew, BCBG, Abercrombie and Seven.

GW OF LOS ALTOS 251 Main St., Los Altos (650) 559-0834 www.goodwillsv.org/losaltos.html

Far from your typical Goodwill, GW has the atmosphere reminiscent of an upscale boutique. But don’t let the high-end merchandise fool you – this is indeed a thrift shop, with quite a few fashion ﬁnds. The quality of items is unbeatable and will leave you in hand-me-down shock. You’ll ﬁnd not only men’s and women’s designer apparel, but unique household items and décor. The best time to go is during one of their many sales (especially when designer clothing is up to 75 percent off!).

OUR SECRET 1115 Minnesota Ave., San Jose (408) 289-9290

A more upscale consignment store, Our Secret houses some of the finest brands, including Kate Spade, Chanel and St. John, plus a small selection of fashion jewelry. With its strict criteria for the garments it purchases, the store assures shoppers nothing but fabulous finds. The full stock of designer blouses, pants, dresses, bags and shoes will redefine the perception of recycled clothing. Be sure to check out their semi-annual sales to get the most for your buck. TW

MORE RECYCLED STYLE 23 Skidoo, 342 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 370-2334 www.23skidoovintage.com Plumeria, 714 Villa St., Mountain View (650) 964-3749 www.plumeria.us.com Repeter, 308 State St., Los Altos (650) 949-1323 www.repeterconsignment.com Tozeero, 1040 Park Ave., San Jose (408) 971-4948 www.tozeero.com

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Alta 1342 Lincoln Ave., San Jose (408) 288-5940; 701 Laurel St., San Carlos (650) 596-9599; 779 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park (650) 326-7390; 130 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos (408) 354-0069 Alta has been carrying original contemporary clothing and accessories for the past 25 years. Visit any of their four locations and experience the excitement.

IBI Boutique 1231 Franklin Mall, Santa Clara (408) 261-2050 www.ibiboutique.com IBI Boutique is the modern woman’s dream closet! With a large selection of women’s clothing, accessories, footwear, jewelry and handbags. Located right in Franklin Square across from the Santa Clara Post Office.

Signature Lifestyle 519 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 370-3433 www.myspace.com/signaturelifestyle Juniors and womens casual and dressy style clothing, with

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Dutchess Intimates Boutique 346 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 866-8006 www.dutchessboutique.com Dutchess is a new boutique specializing in beautiful intimate apparel. We offer lingerie, hosiery, corsets, bras and more, all at reasonable prices. We carry Betsey Johnson, Felina, and Save the Ta-Ta’s apparel. Complimentary gift wrap available. Private party hosting available.

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MORE ECO SPAS & SALONS

Here are a few local salons and spas worth checking out if you want to keep your beauty routine eco conscious.

LaBelle Day Spa’s makeup bar

A Spa Is Born

The new LaBelle Day Spa offers beauty and tranquility in a nontoxic environment. BY JO ABBIE

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hoenix-like, an eco-oasis has risen from the ashes. Such is the story of LaBelle Day Spa’s new eco facility, nestled in Palo Alto’s increasingly sophisticated and sustainably savvy Town & Country Village center. A fire in 2007 saw the existing LaBelle spa burn almost to the ground. So when it became time to rebuild, owner Bella Schneider took the opportunity to create something she’d always dreamed of: a spa and salon with a nontoxic, ecofriendly environment.

interior designer happened to specialize in nontoxic materials, so the spa’s eco ethos extends throughout the facility, from the low VOC paints to the fabrics. “All the construction materials that could be toxic free or recycled, environmentally friendly, we used,” Schneider continues. Other earth friendly features include energy-efficient lighting and Energy Star appliances, and marketing materials printed using soy inks and recycled and biodegradable paper.

Though perfect for today’s green-conscious times, the spa was actually something Schneider had long contemplated for its people-friendly, as well as planetfriendly, aspects. “A long time ago I realized that I don’t want to live day in and day out around toxins and toxic smells,” she recalls. “I started thinking, ‘Wouldn’t that be nice to create a very spalike, toxicfree environment.”

In addition to the health-happy materials used to fit out the spa, the service menu also has a decidedly natural tone, with treatments using everything from green tea, wasabi and tomato to herbal and botanical ingredients. For the new spa, Schneider also developed an organic skincare line of seven products. Formulated in Europe, the LaBelle NatureOrganics line features a day, night and eye cream, a mask, scrub and toner and a body lotion.

That is exactly the environment that clientele will find when entering the new facility, which opened in February 2009. The spa’s light, airy lobby reflects the fact that the entire place was fitted out using green materials, including rubber floors and Avonite recycled counters. In another happy accident, Schneider’s

But Schneider doesn’t believe that all organic is the way to go, as she feels that organic products are not suitable for all clients, conditions and skin types. “I am not going to call myself all organic,” she says, “because it doesn’t have all the answers. And there are some people that are very allergic to pure organic

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Atelier Aveda Salon Spa, 378 Santana Row, Ste. 1120, San Jose (408) 244-4222 www.atelieraveda.com Atelier Aveda Studio, 377 Santana Row, Ste. 1175, San Jose (408) 2444222 www.atelieraveda.com Aveda concept hair salons rate highly on lists of eco-friendly businesses on green guide websites such as Ecovian.com, because their hair care and coloring products are more natural than most. The Atelier Aveda salons have also gained attention for their involvement in environmental organization Matter of Trust’s hair recycling program, where hair is used to make mats that can be used to soak up oil spills. Dezign Salon, 17300 Monterey St., Ste. 120, Morgan Hill (408) 779-1077 www.dezignsalon.com An Aveda concept salon. InSpa, 5353 Almaden Expwy., San Jose (408) 265-0772; 1316 El Paseo de Saratoga, San Jose (408) 871-8200; 377 Santana Row, Ste. 1060, San Jose (408) 246-7722 www.inspa.com Known as the Supercuts of the spa world, InSpa gets the green seal of approval from Santa Clara County’s Bay Area Green Business program. Juut Salon Spa, 240 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 328-4067 www.juut.com An Aveda concept salon. Lavish, 236 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 370-0883 www.lavishwellness.com For all facial treatments (aside from those involving severe acne problems), Lavish uses the all-organic skincare line Eminence Organics.

Legar Salon, 334 S. California Ave., Palo Alto (650) 322-2104 www.legarsalon.com An Aveda concept salon. Nimbus Salon, 65 W. Main St., Los Gatos (408) 354-7717 www.nimbussalon.com An Aveda concept salon. Nirvana Aveda Concept Salon, 224 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Ste. B, Los Gatos (408) 354-7979 www.nirvanasalon.com In 2008, Nirvana, an Aveda concept salon, became the first hair salon in Silicon Valley to be certified green by the Bay Area Green Business program due to its firm commitment to eco-friendly services and business practices. The Pure Path Salon, 110 S. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos (408) 354-3852 www.thepurepath.com This Aveda concept salon uses 99-percent natural hair colors, and also offers mind/body services such as Reiki healing, cranial sacral and Myofascial release techniques and more. Retreat Salon Spa, 2310 Homestead Rd., Ste. C, Los Altos (408) 732-8332 www.retreat-salon.com An Aveda concept salon. Spa Elia, 210 E. Main St., Los Gatos (408) 335-1777 www.spaelia.com Housed inside the green certified Hotel Los Gatos, this spa uses only organic and sustainable products in its spa services and treatments. Water Rituals, 1000 Lincoln Ave., San Jose (408) 938-9800

extracts.” As such, the new spa also features a cutting-edge medi-spa that offers a range of services to help protect, heal and rejuvenate the skin. “We have so many choices today, and I would like to have all the options available for my clients,” she explains. The spa also features a nontoxic nail salon, a makeup bar and an eco-friendly hair salon that will open in June. In addition to beautifying, relaxing and restoring, the new spa offers clientele a mind/body/spirit connection, namely via the onsite Pilates studio that offers lessons in the Stott Method (largely regarded as the “Ivy League of Pilates”). “Our vision is to create a truly calming and nurturing experience that emphasizes the relationship between personal well-being and the health of our planet,” says Schneider. Caring for yourself, your skin and the planet all at once – sounds like a beautiful philosophy to us. TW LaBelle Day Spa, Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, Ste. 95 (650) 327-6964 www.labelledayspas.com

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DAY SPAS

BAY AREA HEALTH SPA 2055 Grant Rd., Ste. 100, Los Altos (650) 390-9727; 6930 Almaden Expwy., San Jose (408) 997-9727

It’s all about nurturing and detoxifying at the Bay Area Health Spa, a beauty, health and wellness spa where treatments include a wide range of body wraps (including the inch-reducing Body Wrap™ system, which can slim the body by up to 6-20 inches in one hour), colon hydrotherapy, ionic foot cleansing, infrared sauna sessions and more.

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HARMONIE EUROPEAN DAY SPA 14501 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 741-4997 www.harmoniespa.com

Harmonie has become the spa of choice for discerning Silicon Valley spa-goers who seek high quality services and products in an elegant and tranquil atmosphere. Services include spa essentials such as massage, deep cleansing facials, advanced skin treatments, microdermabrasion and other specialized treatments, but Harmonie is also renowned for its spa packages, including the Parisian Afternoon package (which includes a facial with back, neck, shoulder massage, a manicure and pedicure, plus a makeup touch-up and a tray of English tea sandwiches).

DENTISTRY

ACCU DENTAL 2730 Story Rd., Ste. 2, San Jose (408) 390-6804 www.accu-dental.com

The dental practice of Dr. Suman Kumar offers a full range of general, cosmetic and advanced dental services for all ages, with the ultimate goal of providing patients with the highest level of customer satisfaction.

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BAY DENTAL 1180 Blossom Hill Rd., Ste. 4, San Jose (408) 978-2500; 1253 W. El Camino Real, Ste. B, Sunnyvale (408) 732-3000 www.baydental.com

Looking after Bay Area smiles since 1996, Bay Dental offers comprehensive dental care, including cosmetic services (such as Zoom! Advanced Power 2) and general dental care, dental implants, oral surgery, and orthodontics (including traditional and Invisalign braces). Expect state-of-the-art ofﬁces, highly trained staff and the latest technologies.

BRACES FOR PRETTY FACES 4010 Moorpark Ave., Ste. 105, San Jose (408) 244-4239; 6489 Camden Ave., Ste. 100, San Jose (408) 997-7772 www.beautifulsmile.us

Braces For Pretty Faces seeks to provide healthy, beautiful and conﬁdent smiles for people of all ages, offering clear ceramic braces as well as Invisalign treatment. By using the latest techniques and appliances, orthodontic specialist Dr. Stephen Yao is able to reduce discomfort, decrease the frequency of visits and shorten treatment time.

FERGUSON DENTAL CARE 1198 Meridian Ave., Ste. A, San Jose (408) 266-4242 www.robertfergusondds.com

Dr. Ferguson and his team have been providing quality family dental care for 16 years. Services include crowns in one visit, periodontal laser therapy, Invisalign braces, bridges, dentures, implants, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening and more.

WEST PARK DENTAL 1315 S. Winchester Blvd., San Jose (408) 866-1819 www.westparkdentalcare.com

Providing general and family dentistry services, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, implants, gum surgery and more. Specialties include root canals, veneers, crowns and bridges and surgical wisdom tooth extraction. 28

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We honor all M.D. colleagues’ discounts. t Silicon Valley’s Premier Med Spa t Facial Aesthetics, Lasers and Reconstructive Surgery t Voted Best of the Bay: KRON 4 and San Jose Mag. t Two decades of experience providing expert care for men and women t All procedures performed by Dr. Cockerham *Expires 5/31/09, may not be combined with any other offers. New clients only.

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FITNESS & WEIGHT LOSS

DR. YOUBERT KARALIAN 5710 Cahalan Ave., Ste. 7A, San Jose (408) 281-2222

Through free consultations, Dr. Karalian offers a start to better health and appearance and the chance to lose up to ﬁve pounds a week. Services include physical evaluations, unlimited ofﬁce visits, appetite suppressants for 30 days and more.

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1848 Saratoga Ave., Ste. 6A, Saratoga (408) 881-4096 www.gentleremedy.com

Holistic healing practitioner Daniela Bayer is a passionate believer in the use of noninvasive alternative healing that is a complement to traditional medicine. Trained in the healing method of Reiki, plus hypnotherapy, Bayer specializes in weight management, relaxation and stress management and personal empowerment.

INTERNAL SPA REJUVENATION CENTER 2055 Grant Rd., Ste. 100, Los Altos (650) 390-9727 www.bayareahealthspa.com

Provides a comfortable environment to detoxify and reduce stress safely through colonic hydrotherapy. As certiﬁed hydrotherapists, the center offers increased vitamin and mineral absorption, a strengthened immune system and increased energy, reversing fatigue, constipation, skin problems, depression and mood swings.

SAN FRANCISCO HERB & NATURAL FOOD COMPANY 47444 Kato Rd., Fremont (510) 770-1215 www.herbspicetea.com

This business boasts one of the largest selections of bulk herbs, teas and spices available in the US today, with more than 1,000 medicinal botanicals, culinary herbs and spices, essential oils, fragrance oils, botanical tinctures and extracts, encapsulated herbs and custom blends, bulk tea bags and a wide variety of other packaged products. Many of the products are grown on a certiﬁed organic farm, and gift baskets can be made to order.

MEDI SPAS

ALMADEN VALLEY AESTHETICS – THE AVA SPA 5965 Almaden Expwy., Ste. 140, San Jose (408) 997-1803 or (800) 494-0640 www.theavaspa.com

Specializing in relaxation and rejuvenation, Almaden Valley Aesthetics offers an array of aesthetic rejuvenation treatments as well as traditional spa services, all within a calming environment. Their service menu includes Botox, Restylane and Juvéderm, plus photo facials, laser hair removal, permanent makeup, massage, waxing and more.

EMERGE MEDI SPA 1639 Meridian Ave., Ste. A, San Jose (408) 445-7546 www.emergemedispa.com

Winners of Best Medi Spa in The Wave’s 2008 Readers’ Choice poll, Emerge offers a comprehensive menu of nonsurgical skin and body rejuvenating treatments, including Velashape cellulite treatment, laser skin rejuvenation, Botox, body contouring, Sapphire skincare, physiciandesigned facials and medical grade peels, as well as many other cutting-edge treatments. The spa also offers a wide array of therapeutic massage and body work, so clients can “emerge” relaxed and beautiful with improved well-being and vitality. 30

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ETERNAL BEAUTY MEDICAL CLINIC 2248 Los Gatos-Saratoga Rd., Los Gatos (408) 354-3587 www.eternalbeautymedicalclinic.com

Born out of Dr. Forouzan Vaghar’s vision for a clinic that offered medical aesthetic services in a spalike setting, Eternal Beauty allows clients to enjoy the tranquil feel of a spa while experiencing treatments from an expert physician. In addition to the most advanced laser technology, this cutting-edge clinic also offers Botox and Restalyne treatments, plus IPL (Intense Pulse Light) facials, medical-grade microdermabrasion, enzyme facials and much more.

SPA JOLI AT UNIVERSITY MISSION MEDICAL CLINIC 744 San Antonio Rd., Ste. 16, Palo Alto (650) 843-0600

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Specializing in Vaser body sculpting with no general anesthesia needed. Services include permanent hair removal, ﬁllers and Botox, medically supervised weight loss, facials, waxing and more.

PLASTIC SURGERY

ACCENT ON AESTHETICS 2204 Grant Rd., Ste. 201, Mountain View (650) 961-2652 www.accentonaesthetics.com

With over two decades of experience, boardcertiﬁed plastic surgeon Dr. Howard L. Rosenberg is one of the Bay Area’s most sought-after experts in cosmetic enhancement. His practice offers a comprehensive menu of some of the most advanced surgical and noninvasive procedures available.

DR. HOANG DO, MD 555 Knowles Dr., Ste. 210, Los Gatos (408) 866-9991

Dr. Do specializes in cosmetic plastic surgery for face, breast and body, with free consultations provided. Other services include Botox, Obagi, Restylane, Radiesse and Juvéderm.

DR. TONY H. PHAM, MD 2307 Forest Ave., San Jose (408) 246-2349 www.drtonypham.com

Dr. Pham is a graduate of Yale Medical School and is certiﬁed by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Patient care and attentive relationships with clients are at the forefront of his practice. Services include breast implants, tummy tucks, liposuction, body sculpting and more.

JANE AESTHETIC MEDICINE AND SURGERY 895 E. Fremont Ave., Ste. 201, Sunnyvale (408) 737-9100 www.janeaesthetics.com

Dr. Jane Chung specializes in liposuction surgery as well as treatments in Botox, Restylane, Obagi, Radiesse, laser hair removal, tattoo removal and Active FX. Free consultations offered.

KIMBERLY COCKERHAM, MD 762 Altos Oaks Dr., Ste. 2, Los Altos (650) 559-9150 www.envisagebayarea.com

Since 1983, Dr. Cockerham has provided exceptional medical care to patients seeking aesthetic services or reconstructive surgery in a relaxing, spalike setting. Dr. Cockerham offers an array of services, including face and eyelid treatments, laser hair removal, Botox, skin peels, massages, anti-aging treatments and so much more.

SALONS

A VISIONARY SALON (408) 979-1195 www.sheleen.com

This appointment-only studio in San Jose specializes in Hairlocs brand hair extensions (a celebrity favorite) and the most current color techniques available. Owner Sheleen Williams has over 18 years experience in the industry, including training with over 20 of the most prestigious hair care companies, working for three major cosmetic companies, plus working for MTV. 32

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SANCTUARY SALON

New options in wrinkle & scar treatments, laser hair removal & leg vein therapy. Specializing in body-after-baby, bio-identical hormone replacement and medically-supervised weight loss.

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The latest tummy tuck alternative. Uniquely flattens & tightens. As safe as it is effective. Return to work in as few as 2 days.

250 University Ave., Ste. 103, Palo Alto (650) 462-1000 www.edgehairsalon.com

Since opening in 2005, this edgy salon has won fans for its talented stylists, who are up with the latest hair styling and cutting techniques to stay on the cutting edge of hair care and creativity. The salon is also popular for its impressive selection of magazines to peruse while they do your do, and offers high speed WiFi access.

1810 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell (408) 371-CLIPS www.foxyavenueclips.com

744 San Antonio Road Suite 16, Palo Alto For a physician consult call:

650.843.0600

Foxy aims to create a masculine salon environment where men can feel comfortable and conﬁdent about receiving high quality hair care and other grooming services – hair wash and cut, skincare, anti-aging treatments, hand and foot detailing, shoulder and neck massage and more. Enjoy men’s magazines, complimentary beverages, and TVs showing sports and business programs.

LIMON SALON 3410 Stevens Creek Blvd. Ste. 101, San Jose www.limonsalon.com

This edgy hair salon promises a salon atmosphere like no other – one infused not merely with style, but with cutting-edge art and music. Think creative stylists, exhibitions of local artists’ works, music from local bands, and products from leading hair care brands Bumble and Bumble and Redken.

790 Lincoln St., Santa Clara (408) 247-7785 www.thesanctuarysalon.com

Providing a relaxing refuge from the fast pace of your daily life, Sanctuary offers a wide range of hair, beauty and wellness services, including hair cuts, color, styling and treatments, nail care, massage therapy and spa treatments (facials, skincare treatments such as microdermabrasion, body scrubs and wraps, waxing). Owner Sandra Weber has over 30 years experience in the industry, and her salon prides itself on providing superior customer service.

TANNING

THE AUSTRALIAN TANNING CO. 2306 Almaden Rd., San Jose (408) 694-0380; 1360 First St., Ste. A, Gilroy (888) 826-8167; 261 Vineyard Town Center, Morgan Hill (888) 826-8167; 1810 W. Campbell Ave., Campbell (888) 826-8167 www.theaustraliantanningcompany.com

With more than 10 tanning beds to choose from, clients are sure to get that glowing Aussie tan in no time. Services include luxury tanning, personal skin typing before tanning, staff advice on skincare system, UV-free spray tan and unlimited tanning packages. TW

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1. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS vs. LOS ANGELES DODGERS

May 2: If you think you’re a hotshot kite flyer, then you need to get to the Capitola Kite Classic to compete alongside other hotshot kite flyers. All ages and styles of kites, homemade and commercial, are welcome. Proceeds benefit Jacob’s Heart Children’s Cancer Support Services: 11am-2pm

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15. GREEK FESTIVAL History Park in Kelley Park, 1650 Senter Rd., San Jose (408) 246-4685 www.hhissj.org

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May 2: It’s the “real “My Big Fat Greek Wedding, with homemade Greek dishes, dancing, music, puppet performances and children’s activities. Opahhhhhhh!

Bottom of the Hill, 1233 Seventeenth St., San Francisco www.bottomofthehill.com

April 29: Join Iowan William Elliott Whitmore for an evening of old timey/folk/soul-filled banjo and guitar music, along with special guests Fake Problems and Low Red Land: 9pm

16. 18TH ANNUAL KIDS FREE FISHING DAYS Los Gatos Creek Park, Campbell Percolation Ponds (408) 9708578 www.kidsfreefishing.com

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2. WILLIAM ELLIOTT WHITMORE

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THURSDAY Montgomery Theatre, 271 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 453-1570 www.cmtsj.com

Throughout Silicon Valley svos.org

May 2-3, 9-10, 16-17: Take a selfguided tour of more than 300 local artists’ studios – and no, you can’t rummage through their refrigerators: 11am-5pm [See Arts feature, page 86]

April 30-May 3: The Children’s Music Theatre of San Jose presents the musical tale of Charlie Bucket’s incredible adventures in Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory.

18. 87TH ANNUAL MAY FETE CHILDREN’S PARADE

4. LYNNE KOPLITZ Improv, 62 S. Second St., San Jose (408) 280-7475

Downtown Palo Alto, University

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May 1: Everyone come out and show your support for your local San Jose Giants as they welcome and then shell the Modesto Nuts!

Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco www.cityarts.net/n.fox.html

May 1: Join Michael J. Fox in conversation with Michael Pollan as they discuss Alex P. Keaton, Marty McFly and everything in between. Proceeds from the premium tickets benefit The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research: 8pm 8. ST. LAWRENCE STRING QUARTET Saint Luke’s Church, 20 University Ave., Los Gatos (408) 354-3460 www.stlukeslg.org

May 1: The residence quartet of Stanford University will be performing Haydn’s Quartet Opus 9, No. 2, as well as selections from Berg, Mendelssohn and Elizabeth Raum.

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San Jose Municipal Stadium, 588 E. Alma Ave., San Jose www.sjgiants.com

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April 30-May 3: Who here loves hilarity? Good. Very good. We do, too. See you at the Improv!

6. SAN JOSE GIANTS vs. MODESTO NUTS

May 2-3: This special fishing day is just for kids 17 years and younger, with the best part being that it’s FREE! So grab your rod, reel and worms, and come out for a full day of fishing. Parents are invited, but only the kids get to fish! 17. SILICON VALLEY OPEN STUDIOS

3. WILLY WONKA JR.

May 1-3: Hey, parents: think Junior is a real whiz kid when it comes to playing chess? Well, let’s see how good he or she really is at this year’s state championships. Divisions for elementary to high school students.

May 2: Celebrate this wonderful community tradition and the oldest children’s parade in Northern California, with marching bands, decorated floats, and thousands of kids skipping, skating, riding bikes, wearing costumes, and parading their pets down University Avenue: 10am-Noon

On the main beach in Capitola Village www.capitolachamber.com

April 27-29: What can we say about the Dodgers that we haven’t said before? Besides that we hate them more than ever and hope that Manny strikes out every time!

Parkside Hall, 180 Park Ave., San Jose www.bayareachess.com

Ave. (650) 463-4921 www.cityofpaloalto.org/recreation

14. CAPITOLA KITE CLASSIC

AT&T Park, 24 Willie Mays Plaza, San Francisco www.sfgiants.com

5. CALCHESS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

383-3006 www.dancesilkroad. org/events-silkroadfest.html

May 2: Dance, music and poetry from Iran, Afghanistan, China and other cultures that flourished along the ancient Silk Road.

Corner of Tait & Nicholson, Los Gatos www.catshill.org

May 2: If you are a bicycle race fan, then you already know about this year’s Cat’s Hill Classic Bicycle Race. And don’t worry if you’re a newbie – there are racing categories for all ages and skill levels: 9:30am 10. FREE COMIC BOOK DAY Throughout the World! freecomicbookday.com

May 2: You heard right, my friend. Just show up at any independent comic book store and get free comics! To locate your closest participating store, visit www.freecomicbookday.com.

11. GAVFEST 2009 Gavilan College Main Campus, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd., Gilroy ww.gavilan.edu/gavfest/

May 2: A full day of fun and entertainment with live music, Taiko drumming, Battle of the High School Bands, wonderful food, soccer tournament, petting zoo and much more!: 11am-3pm 12. CROSSROADS OF THE WEST GUN SHOW Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Ave., Daly City www.cowpalace.com

May 2-3: Are you a collector of old six-shooters? Shotguns? Flint locks? Pea shooters? Whatever your gun of choice is, you’ll surely be able to find it at the Crossroads of the West Gun Show. 13. FESTIVAL OF THE SILK ROAD Mexican Heritage Theatre, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose (800)

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SUNDAY 19. 52ND ANNUAL SARATOGA ROTARY ART SHOW West Valley College, 14000 Fruitvale Ave., Saratoga www.saratogarotary.org

May 3: The whole family is invited for a day of fun activities that include wonderful art from more than 200 artists, wine tasting from local wineries, food and entertainment: 9am-5pm 20. SOUTH OF THE BORDER

McAfee Performing Arts and Lecture Center, 20300 Herriman Ave., Saratoga (408) 927-7597 www.sjws.org

May3: Usher in Cinco de Mayo with the San Jose Wind Symphony, featuring Manuel Romero on guitar and vocals. 21. FIRST YOUNG ARTISTS’ CHAMBER MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View www.sjys.org

May 3: The Kurosawa Piano Music Foundation is pleased to present a unique program featuring dazzling performances by young and talented artists from the Bay Area. More than 40 young artists will perform a variety of compositions for piano duos, piano trios – even piano quintet!: 4pm

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described but only experienced. We will, however, tell you that there’s a parade, music, performance artists, vendors and food that you surely will enjoy, along with the weirdness: Noon-7pm 38. THE DEAD Shoreline Amphitheatre, One Amphitheatre Pkwy., Mountain View www.livenation.com

May 10, 14: Dig out your Birkenstocks, beads, patchouli oil, hacky sack and, of course, your doob and head over to the Shoreline for a full day of cherry pickin’. 39. BREAKFAST WITH THE NICKELODEON CHARACTERS California’s Great America, 4701 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara www.cagreatamerica.com

22. ¡¡ FELIZ CINCO DE MAYO!! 23. RESERVOIR: JOHN M. WALSH III COLLECTS

San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles, 520 S. First St., San Jose www.sjquiltmuseum.org

May 5-July 26: An extraordinary group of 29 contemporary art quilts based on water and nature-inspired themes from the private collection of John M. Walsh III.

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WEDNESDAY 24. TENTH ANNUAL BERKELEY POETRY SLAM FINALS The Starry Plough, 3101 Shattuck, Berkeley www.berkeleypoetryslam.com

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San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose (408) 288-2820 www.balletsanjose.org

May 7-10: Join Ballet San Jose for their season-ending performance with three amazing premieres, including Puccini Songs, Dark Elegies and Nine Sinatra Songs.

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FRIDAY 26. THE WAY OF THE WORLD

San Jose Repertory Theatre, 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose (408) 367-7255 www.sjrep.com

May 9-June 7: Six geeky misfits deal with cutthroat competition, puberty and neurotic family members.

27. 38TH ANNUAL STANFORD POWWOW Eucalyptus Grove at Galvez St. & Campus Dr., Stanford University www.stanford.edu/ group/powwow

33. TENTH ANNUAL TEDDY BEAR FAIR

May 8-10: A celebration of Native American cultures with arts & crafts, food booths, dancing, souvenirs, and traditional songs.

May 9: A full day of teddy bear fun with check-ups from REAL doctors, dentists, and nurses, along with puppet shows, food and AdoptA-Bear Placement Agency will be on hand for those of you looking to adopt your very own bear!: 10am-2pm

28. CANDIDE

Montgomery Theatre, 271 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 453-1570 www.cmtsj.org

May 8-17: The characters of Voltaire’s novel endure disasters and circumstances in the pursuit of truth in this “best of all possible worlds.” 29. FRIDAY NIGHT BICYCLE RACES Hellyer Park Velodrome, Hellyer Ave., San Jose www.ridethetrack.com

May 8: Ever seen the movie Rollerball? Well, this is nothing like that, but you will have the pleasure of seeing bicycles scream around the Hellyer Park Velodrome at 40mph as they race to the finish line!: 7pm

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SATURDAY 30. EIGHTH ANNUAL PAGAN FESTIVAL Civic Center Park, 2151 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley thepaganalliance.org

May 9: A day of celebrating all things pagan: Pagan art, music, food, dancing, speakers, rituals, and other heathen delights: 10am-5:30pm 31. KFOG KABOOM! Pier 30-32, San Francisco (415) 817-KFOG www.kfog.com

May 9: The whole family will enjoy this year’s KaBoom concert, featuring live music from Los Lonely Boys, Susan Tedeschi, food, drinks, entertainment, and more than seven tons of explosives set off for your viewing enjoyment: 4pm

West Valley Presbyterian Church, 6191 Bollinger Rd., Cupertino

34. 34TH ANNUAL BERRYESSA ART & WINE FESTIVAL Penitencia Park Creek, 3050 Berryessa Rd., San Jose

May 9: Welcome to the Berryessa Art & Wine Festival, where you’re invited to enjoy fine wine, food, and superb art from local artisans: 10am-5pm 35. MAKE A DIFFERENCE CRAFT SHOW Oakwood School Gymnasium, 105 John Wilson Way, Morgan Hill www.pslt.biz/makeadifference

May 9: This unique craft show will be featuring more than 30 local vendors along with raffles, live entertainment, face painting for the kids, even a scavenger hunt: Funds raised benefit the American Cancer Society: 11am-4pm

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36. HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY FROM THE WAVE MAGAZINE! 37. TENTH ANNUAL HOW WEIRD STREET FAIR Howard St. & Second St., Berkeley /www.howweird.org

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May 13: Two of the finest folk singers/songwriters you’ll ever have the pleasure of listening to. So listen, and listen carefully: 8pm

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May 15-17: Top motorcycle racers from around the world will be swarming Infineon Raceway for three days of high-speed, wheelie-poppin’ racing.

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose www.sfshow.net

May 14-17: Shen Yun Divine Performing Arts returns to the Bay Area this spring with another dazzling new performance, featuring ancient legends, heroic figures, proud warriors and divine goddesses.

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May 14: Okay, fatties, it’s time to get off your duffs, dig out the trusty Schwinn, and ride your bike to work. Come on, it’s for Mother Earth… and your high cholesterol!

45. BOOGIE ON THE BAYOU Downtown Campbell www.campbellchamber.com

May 16-17: New Orleans comes to Campbell for a Cajun celebration of food, music, beer, wine and craft booths. There are even activities for the kids: 10am

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43. MONTEREY FESTIVAL OF SPEED Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, 1021 Monterey – Salinas Hwy., Salinas www.laguna-seca.com

May 15-17: Don’t miss this exciting weekend of racing with four different races, including the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car series, the Koni Challenge, Mazda MX-5 Cup and the Mustang Challenge.

Along Castro St., Mountain View www.miramarevents.com

May 16-17: This open-air springtime celebration features nonstop live entertainment, a juried arts and crafts show with 250 exhibitors, savory ethnic food, wine, microbrews, cooking demonstrations and activities for the kids: 10am-6pm

47. SUPER-CON South Hall, 435 S. Market St., San Jose www.super-con.com

May 16-17: This comic book expo features door prizes and giveaways and a chance to meet the creators of some of your favorite comics: 10am 48. BAY BELLS IN CONCERT Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 903-6000 www.mvcpa.com

May 16: If you’re into the bell ringing scene, you’ll not want to miss this special performance from the Bay Bells as they perform original works, classical and modern works – perhaps even AC/DC’s “Hells Bells”: 3 &7pm 49. SANTA CRUZ BEACH BOARDWALK SEASON KICKOFF Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz www.beachboardwalk.com

May 16-17: Load up the family and prepare yourselves for a full day of cotton candy, corn dogs, roller coasters and fun! 50. LIFE IS GOOD FESTIVAL Golden Gate Park, San Francisco www.lifeisgood.com/festivals

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May 6: The Starry Plough welcomes 18 all-star poets to do battle in this all-out poetic cage match: 8:30-11pm

May 8-30: A Restoration-period comedy of sexual intrigue and the dangers of our own celebrityobsessed culture.

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ith organic, locally grown and sustainably produced food being increasingly sought after by restaurateurs and diners alike, the humble farmer, fisherman and rancher have become the rock stars of the culinary world. To produce flawless food and sate the eco appetites of diners, many chefs and restaurant owners are incredibly selective about where they source their ingredients. Some are even growing their own food to take complete control of their product all the way from farm to table. Jesse Cool, owner of several restaurants in the South Bay and author of such cookbooks as Simply Organic (Chronicle Books, 2008), has been a proponent of local, sustainable, organic food for more than 30 years. Needless to say, she is thrilled that the philosophy is finally becoming de rigueur. “It’s really exciting to be alive when something you believed in becomes borderline mainstream,” she says. “We couldn’t even put the word organic on the menu at my original restaurant. People thought it was crunchy granola, bad tasting, hippy dippy – that it was not going to be good food.” 36

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Today, Cool has a hit with her fresh, clean cuisine found at Flea Street Café in Menlo Park and the Cool Café at Stanford’s Cantor Arts Center. “The exciting thing for me is to see that the new definition of gourmet is local, fresh, organic and simple. My businesses are really doing well. People say, ‘Jesse, what’s going on?’ I say, ‘My food is finally in!’ I’ve been going to the farmers market for over 25 years, and it’s so cool that our food is in.” For Cool, it’s also important that her produce comes from ethical growers. That’s why, in addition to plucking vegetables and freshly laid eggs from the mini farm in her own Palo Alto backyard, she recently “adopted” the Fat Cabbage farm in Half Moon Bay to help supply her restaurants. It was a similar philosophy that drove The Bacchus Management Group (restaurateurs whose ventures include the Village Pub in Woodside, Spruce in San Francisco and the recently opened Mayfield Bakery and Café in Palo Alto) to start their own organic farm, coffee roasting company and bakery. “It was a commitment right from the very beginning, philosophically, that the more we can control the raw products coming into the restaurant, the more we can guarantee the quality of the products that we’re serving,” explains Bacchus managing director Tim Stannard. For the menu at his recently opened Calafia restaurant in Palo Alto, former Google chef Charlie Ayers draws on a large network of local farmers, and uses sustainable, organic and local ingredients wherever possible, while still managing to keep his food affordable. “We work with a group of growers called the Capay Valley Grown association, so we get all the fresh seasonal

Cin-Cin Wine Bar, 368 Village Ln., Los Gatos (408) 354-8006 www.cincinwinebar.com This wine and small-plates gem not only boasts sustainable, organic and biodynamic wine and food, the interior decor was created using eco-friendly materials such as bamboo, cork, recycled glass and reclaimed black walnut. Half Moon Bay Brewing Co., 390 Capistrano Rd., Half Moon Bay (650) 728-2739 www.hmbbrewingco.com Serves seafood items designated as sustainable and environmentally fit by the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch Program. Kara’s Cupcakes, Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Ste. 50, Palo Alto (650) 326-2253 www.karascupcakes.com This sweet Bay Area business uses ingredients sourced from local producers, and whenever possible they are organic and sustainable. Manresa, 320 Village Ln., Los Gatos (408) 354-4330 www.manresarestaurant.com Chef David Kinch operates his own farm in the Santa Cruz Mountains, and uses whatever is freshest to inspire his acclaimed creations. Parcel 104, 2700 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara (408) 970-6104 www.parcel104.com A Silicon Valley fine-dining destination long beloved by “locavores,” Parcel 104 takes its name from the 104-mile radius from which it sources its ingredients. Plumed Horse, 14555 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 867-4711 www.plumedhorse.com The menu at this Michelin star-rated establishment presents modern California cuisine, emphasizing what is fresh, seasonal and sustainably produced. Trevese Restaurant and Lounge, 115 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos (408) 354-5551 www.trevese.com In addition to recently winning a Michelin star for its cuisine,Trevese was the first fine dining restaurant in the Bay Area to be awarded the Green Restaurant Association’s certified green status. This was due not only to chef/owner Michael Miller’s menu, which features locally grown, sustainable and organic ingredients, but his commitment to such eco-friendly practices as recycling all glass, cardboard and grease; composting all food waste; and using devices that save about 135,000 gallons of water a year in the kitchen.

produce and fruit available in bulk. We get a pretty great price break, and we’re able to pass that on to our guests.” The only time Ayers won’t use local is when the high quality product he demands isn’t available from a sustainable producer. “We only use Loch Duart salmon from Scotland, and they’re the only sustainable fishery in the world. Even though it comes all the way from Scotland, they’re the only ones that are doing it right. That’s one of the reasons why I only carry the one seafood item on the menu.” Likewise, Cool refused to put any prawn dishes on her menus for almost a decade, because she didn’t like how they were being produced. “I knew that they were being cultivated in a part of the world where they were destroying the community, in Vietnam, and paying them very little money so that we could get cheap prawns. It felt wrong, so we didn’t do it,” she explains. “My customers didn’t quite get it back then, but now they do.” At a typical restaurant, chefs create a menu and then order in the necessary ingredients. But people like Cool and Stannard have turned that concept on its 38

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head. “When you own a farm, it’s the other way around,” says Stannard. “The farmer calls the chef and says, ‘Here’s what you’re getting,’ and you’ve got to figure out what to do with it. In the beginning it threw us for a loop, but it’s so much better that way, because the earth is telling you what you should be eating.”

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At the Village Pub, everyone from the wait staff to the chefs help with the farming at the SMIP Ranch in the hills above Woodside, which grows produce without synthetic pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers. “We love to get the wait staff and the cooks up there to actually get their hands in the dirt,” says Stannard. “It changes their relationship to the food, because they had helped plant it, and here it is, literally, the fruits of their labor. It also changes the relationship between the guest and the food, because this wasn’t some radish that somebody trucked in from Mexico. This was something that that person had put into the earth or pulled out with their own two hands.” While organic, sustainable and local farming is undoubtedly earth 38

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friendly, it’s also people friendly, not only because it’s healthier, but because it results in superior flavors and an ultimately superior dining experience. “There’s no way of proving that organic food tastes better,” says Cool. “But if something’s grown right – the right sunlight, the right soil, the right nutrients - then it’s going to happen. You don’t have to do much.” Stannard couldn’t agree more. “It’s just sort of encoded in everyone’s DNA here,” he says of the Bacchus team. “Everybody’s insistent on getting the best possible raw product they can, because it just makes everything easier.” TW CLEAN CUISINE Calafia, Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Ste. 130, Palo Alto (650) 322-9200 www.calafiapaloalto.com Cool Café, Cantor Arts Center, Stanford University (650) 725-4758 www.cooleatz.com Flea Street Café, 3607 Alameda de las Pulgas, Menlo Park (650) 854-1226 www.cooleatz.com Mayfield Bakery & Café, Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 853-9201 (bakery); (650) 853-9200 (café) www.mayfieldbakery.com Village Pub, 2967 Woodside Rd. (at Whiskey Hill Rd.), Woodside (650) 851-9888 www.thevillagepub.net

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other’s Day often conjures images of homemade pancakes and freshly squeezed OJ, all served in bed on a lovely platter with the requisite single rose. But unless you’re an Iron Chef in the making, you might be wise to put on your Sunday best and treat her to brunch or dinner instead. After all, it’s her day, and there’s nothing like the ambience of a fine Bay Area restaurant to remind her that she’s special. Here are a few places to consider taking her this Sunday, May 10.

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AMBER INDIA RESTAURANT 377 Santana Row, Ste. 1140, San Jose (408) 2485400 www.amber-india.com/santanarow

Enjoy a true Indian feast, with plenty of wine, beer, appetizers, salads, entrees, tandoori breads, kebabs, dessert and more. $24.95 for brunch; $29.95 for dinner.

BIRK’S RESTAURANT 3955 Freedom Circle, Santa Clara (408) 980-6400 www.birksrestaurant.com

Treat Mum to Birk’s famous prime rib this Mother’s Day. Birk’s will be opening at 4pm, and offering a three-course prime rib dinner for $35.

THE CRAB LANDING 260 Capistrano Rd., Half Moon Bay (650) 712-1288 www.crablanding.com

Mom will enjoy scenic views with her delicious food while dining at this popular Half Moon Bay dining destination, which offers a special Mother’s Day brunch all day, from 8:30am to 4pm.

CROWNE PLAZA CABANA HOTEL 4290 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 857-0787 www.crowneplaza.com

The elegant brunch at the Crowne Plaza’s Cabana Hotel (10am-3pm on Mother’s Day) features buffet style cakes, wafﬂes, eggs Benedict, fruit tarts, seafood, and more. Adults $42.95; children ﬁve to 12 $16.95.

DOLCE HAYES MANSION 200 Edenvale Ave., San Jose (408) 226-3200 www.dolce-hayes-mansion-hotel.com

Nothing says “Mom, we appreciate you and love you” more than a Champagne brunch at Dolce Hayes Mansion. You’ll enjoy a vast array of entrées, salads and oh so sweet desserts. The hardest part will be making sure you RSVP well in advance. $55-$20 42

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Enjoy a three-course, prix ﬁxe meal all Mother’s Day weekend (May 8-10). Caesar salad, half a lobster tail, ocean-fresh prawns and more highlight the main course. For dessert, indulge in fresh strawberries dipped in white and dark chocolate. Reservations strongly recommended. $29.75 for lunch, $34.75 for dinner

FLEMINGS STEAKHOUSE 180 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 329-0457 www.flemingssteakhouse.com

Choose an appetizer (celery root and spring onion soup with white trufﬂe oil will do), an entrée (ﬁlet mignon Benedict makes us salivate), and end it all triumphantly with a dessert (walnut turtle pie with caramel bourbon glaze has us giddy). In fact, we’ll be back on Jun. 21 to do it all again for Father’s Day! Call for reservations.

THE GRILL ON THE ALLEY 172 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 294-2244 www.thegrill.com

Imagine your mother saying she ate lobster bisque with crème fraiche and topped with American lump caviar, a jumbo lump crab cake Benedict, and candied pecan crème brûlée. That’s just one of the many options with The Grill’s three-course brunch from 10am-2pm. The possibilites are so vast, we’re looking into cloning our own moms so we can try each combination. $35.75

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This isn’t your average run-of-the-mill Mother’s Day brunch, it’s a festive mariachi champagne brunch! Enjoy a wonderful buffet with a wide variety of culinary delights that include a ﬁne selection of seafood, Asian and Italian cuisine along with a zillion tastey desserts to choose from. 10:30am-3:30pm

ISLAND GRILL 1355 N. Fourth St., San Jose (408) 392-2405 www.theislandgrill.com

What mother wouldn’t want a tropical vacation for Mother’s Day? Take her to this tiki-adorned restaurant inside the Clarion Hotel and she’ll never know the difference! Champagne brunch and an a la carte meal served from 10am-3pm.

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On Mother’s Day, moms get a free dessert with their meal, from 3-9pm.

LOS GATOS LODGE 50 Los Gatos-Saratoga Rd., (408) 354-3300 www.losgatoslodge.com

This is how you treat mom on her special day: complimentary glass of champagne; cheese, fruit, poached salmon, eggs Benedict, French toast, blintzes, salads, prime rib, roasted leg of lamb, cheesecake, crème brûlée; and so much more! Kids ﬁve and under eat free. 11am-4pm. $29.95

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Pedro’s Restaurant & Cantina Mariani’s Mother’s Day champagne brunch will delight with such fares as New Zealand lamb rubbed with fresh garlic, and a dessert menu that includes chocolate eclairs, New York cheesecake and various petite cakes.

MEXICALI GRILL 3149 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara (408) 588-9865 www.mexicaligrill.com

What better way to celebrate your mother than with an all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch of omelets, wafﬂes, entrées, fresh fruit, salad, pastries and more? Add in some real live mariachi music and you’ve got one happy mamscita. Adults $17.95, Children ﬁve to 10 $9.95. 9:30-2pm. Call for reservations.

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POMPEII ITALIAN RESTAURANT 100 State St., Los Altos (650) 949-2400 www.pompeiiristorante.com

Treat Mom to the memorable and delectable Italian cuisine at Pompeii Italian Restaurant, which is open for lunch and dinner on Mother’s Day.

ROSIE MCCANN’S 355 Santana Row, Ste. 1060, San Jose (408) 247-1706 www.rosiemccanns.com

The brunch buffet at Rosie’s runs from 10am to 2pm, and will present moms with a glass of complimentary champagne along with their tasty brunchtime spread.

SPENCER’S 2050 Gateway Place, San Jose (408) 453-4000 www.spencersforsteaksandchops.com

From the experts of ﬁlet mignon and porterhouse steaks comes a luxurious champagne brunch. Served from 10am-2pm; children under ﬁve eat for free; children 12 and under for $16.99; and senior citizens get a 10-percent discount. Reservations recommended. $43.99 TW

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omedians tell it like it is, which is something that comes naturally to Patrice O’Neal. The stand-up comic, known for his appearances on Chappelle’s Show, Yes, Dear, Arrested Development and The Office, will perform for three nights at the San Jose Improv beginning May 1. Like most comedians, O’Neal can talk for hours, which he nearly did when we chatted with him about politics, chimpanzees and flying to San Jose.

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The Wave: You’ve been reading up on the Federal Banking System. Will you be talking about the economy when you come to San Jose? Patrice O’Neal: Yeah. I just got to figure out how to make it funny. I’ll talk about how to ease people’s pain about the economy. Because we’re all trying to learn about it, trying to understand it. We don’t know anything about the economy, because there’s peace in this country. If people knew about the economy, there’d be no peace. There couldn’t be any peace. We’d be like [people] in Malaysia or Bangkok [or] these m*****f***ers in London at the G20 Summit. Americans are way too peaceful. We’re very hostile toward each other, but that’s planned. TW: You’re a strong advocate of saying anything to get a laugh. PO: Yeah, do what you can, do the most sh*t you can, but just understand context. The president said, “Hey, I look like Special Olympics when I’m bowling,” and people went, “Oh, my God. Ahhhhh!” Don’t force me to live your out-of-context lie. I don’t care how you feel, just say, “Man, I got a kid that has Down syndrome or cerebral palsy and it 50

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bothers me and I’m being selfish. That statement bothered me only because I have a kid who’s not well.” Be honest! Don’t say he’s an evil man. I think this world is trying to make everybody intrinsically equal. If I can beat a girl at arm wrestling, let me do it. Don’t force me to make myself weaker so that she’s equal to me. TW: What can we expect from you in San Jose? PO: I talk about politics. I talk about this lady getting attacked by a chimpanzee. I found that to be funny, because it didn’t happen to me. And for the most part, I can laugh at things that most likely are not going to happen to me. I’m being honest. So when a chimp attacks a woman, what makes it funny is, you should not have a chimpanzee in your house. And she had to lose hands and a face for me to learn that. Because all of us, everybody who ever thought of having a pet, wants a pet monkey. We want a pet monkey running around in a diaper doing funny things. We love monkeys. But we found out that chimpanzees will f**king kill you and tear your face off. And that’s a funny thing. A chimpanzee attack is hilarious. A giraffe attack is even more hilarious. TW: Any plans on doing another TV show like The Office? PO: Just doing stand-up for now. I make sort of like mid-level drug dealer money for traveling through different states. I can’t complain, I really can’t. I just don’t like getting on airplanes. I’ll love being in San Jose. But I’m not going to love getting to San Jose. TW Patrice O’Neal plays May 1-3 at the San Jose Improv, 62 S. Second St., San Jose (408) 280-7475 www.improv.com

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NIGHTLIFE&MUSIC HEADLINERS SAIGON

May 12, The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com

THE DEVIL MAKES THREE May 13-14, The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com

SOULIVE

May 14-15, The Independent, San Francisco www.theindependentsf.com

Cold War Kids

COLD WAR KIDS

April 28, The Fillmore, San Francisco www.livenation.com

WILLIAM ELLIOTT WHITMORE April 29, Bottom of the Hill, San Francisco www.bottomofthehill.com

BLACK LIPS

April 30, Great American Music Hall, San Francisco www.gamh.com

MANIC HISPANIC

May 1, Bottom of the Hill, San Francisco www.bottomofthehill.com

THE DEVIL MAKES THREE

May 2, Great American Music Hall, San Francisco www.gamh.com

CELTIC WOMAN May 3, San Jose Civic Auditorium, San Jose www.ticketmaster.com

SEAL

THE AVETT BROTHERS

May 5, Fox Theatre, Oakland www.thefoxoakland.com

May 15-16, The Fillmore, San Francisco www.livenation.com

STEEL PULSE

BEN FOLDS

May 6, The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com

May 17, Fox Theatre, Oakland www.thefoxoakland.com

THE SHINS

May 19, The Fillmore, San Francisco www.livenation.com

May 9, Fox Theatre, Oakland www.thefoxoakland.com

MIKE DOUGHTY

May 9, The Independent, San Francisco www.theindependentsf.com

SUPERBOOTY

May 9, The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz www.catalystclub.com

AN EVENING WITH THE DEAD

May 10, 14, Shoreline Amphitheatre, Mountain View www.livenation.com

THE ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND

THE KILLS

THE DETROIT COBRAS

May 19, Slim’s, San Francisco www.slims-sf.com

COMING SOON Steve Kimock, Coldplay, Doves, Phish, moe., Fischerspooner, Ben Harper, Gavin Rossdale, Shellac, The Church, Neko Case, Depeche Mode, Camera Obscura, Grizzly Bear, Def Leppard, The Devil Wears Prada, Kreator, Kenny Rogers, Sun Kil Moon, Pepper, Neko Case, Fleetwood Mac, and many more…

May 13, Fox Theatre, Oakland www.thefoxoakland.com

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The Bank 14421 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 867-5155 www.myspace.com/thebanklivemusic Monday-Friday: Happy Hour $1 off all drinks 5-6:30pm Thursday: Karaoke/Happy Hour $1 off all drinks 5-6:30pm

Court’s Lounge 2425 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell (408) 559-9880 www.courtslounge.com Monday-Friday, Sunday: Dart League Monday: Pool League Monday-Sunday: Nightly Drink Specials

Quarter Note 1214 Apollo Way, Sunnyvale (408) 732-2110 www.quarternote.com Monday, Wednesday, Sunday: Jam Night, 8pm Thursday: Live music and DJs, 8pm Friday, Saturday: Local Bands, 8pm

Shoreline Billiards 1400 N. Shoreline Blvd., Ste. C1, Mountain View (650) 964-0780 www.shorelinebilliards.com Monday-Thursday, Sunday: Pool League

Zen Lounge 251 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 964-0780 www.vipzen.com Wednesday-Friday: The Ultimate Happy Hour till 10pm – $1 Beer, $2 Champagne, $3 Martinis, $4 Don Julio Shots

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» SVGUIDE: WINE TASTING

Suicidal Barfly

War, suicide, body parts and death: Bay Area music gets creepy this spring. BY MITCHELL ALAN PARKER

COLD WAR KIDS

THE SHINS

APRIL 28, THE FILLMORE, SAN FRANCISCO W W W. L I V E N AT I O N . C O M

M AY 9 , F O X T H E AT R E , O A K L A N D W W W. T H E F O X O A K L A N D . C O M

SUICIDAL BARFLY APRIL 29, THE BLANK CLUB W W W. T H E B L A N K C L U B . C O M

The most exciting and refreshing new band on the Downtown San Jose scene right now is this macabre doo-wop group headed by vocalist Jen Chambers and backed by multitalented musician Shawn Packer of the Shitkickers. The music has a subtle yet stabbing old-timey quaintness about it. Chambers’ vocals, eerily woven throughout, come off sounding like a ghost of a young 1950s bride who died in a car crash on her wedding day, returning to haunt, if not entertain.

Anybody who saw Zach Braff’s film Garden State has heard plenty of this band. Their song “New Slang” was an instant hit when the movie came out in 2004, propelling this New Mexico band into the limelight. Their 2007 record release of Wincing the Night Away debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart before the band decided to split with their longtime label, Sub Pop. Fans are eagerly awaiting a new album on their Aural Apothecary label, so we’re betting the only way to hear some new stuff is to see them in Oakland.

AN EVENING WITH THE DEAD M AY 1 0 , 1 4 , S H O R E L I N E A M P H I T H E AT R E , M O U N TA I N V I E W W W W. L I V E N AT I O N . C O M

Few people are strangers to The Dead’s music. Despite iconic front man Jerry Garcia passing away in 1995, Bob Wier and the rest of the crew have continued playing the groovy, psychedelic jam band rock music that they practically invented. The Grateful Dead got their start in San Francisco and have a long history and connection with the Bay Area. And what better place than an outdoor venue like Shoreline for this on-your-feet jam session? TW

WINERIES

wines. Selections from France, Germany, Spain and, of course, Italy! We also offer a wide selection of beer.

Cinnabar Winery Tasting Room

Vino Locale

14612 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 867-1010 www.cinnabarwine.com We invite you to visit our beautiful tasting room. Located in the quaint, historical village of Saratoga, flanked by the magnificent Santa Cruz Mountains.

431 Kipling St., Palo Alto (650) 328-0450 www.vinolocale.com Vino Locale is the perfect place to host a business or social event in an elegant and private setting. Open Tue-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun Noon-5pm.

Pedrizzetti Winery 1645 San Pedro Ave., Morgan Hill (408) 779-7389 www.pedrizzettiwinery.com Open Tue-Sun 10am-5pm (closed most holidays).

Rabbit’s Foot Meadery 1246 Birchwood Dr.,Sunnyvale (408) 261-1603 www.rabbitsfootmeadery.com Our famous cider is available at Whole Foods Markets and Oliver’s Markets.

Roudon-Smith Winery 2364 Bean Creek Rd., Scotts Valley (831) 438-1244 www.roudonsmith.com Wine Tasting: Sat Noon-4:30pm. WINE SHOPS

Savvy Cellar Wines

The Wine Room

2048 Broadway St., Redwood City (650) 363-8737 www.savvycellar.com Experience top quality wines without having to spend an arm and a leg. Savvy Cellar Wine Bar & Wine Shop features wines from all the great wine producing regions of the world – all wines rated 90 points or higher and retail for $39/bottle or less. Check website for details on wine classes, wine clubs, private events, tasting specials, live jazz and online sales (including gift certificates).

520 Ramona St., Palo Alto (650) 322-1292 www.thepawineroom.com The Wine Room is located in the deLemos art & crafts building in the historic section of beautiful downtown Palo Alto. We serve up an eclectic variety of wines from around the world. Come in and have a glass, or share a bottle and a cheese plate off our light fare menu with friends, family or clients.

Tessora’s Barra di Vino 1875 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell (408) 626-7711 Tessora’s focuses on wines from Northern and Central California. We also have a fine inventory of international

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This indie-rock band from Fullerton, Calif. is selling out shows left and right. With their raw, piano blues style backed by Nathan Willett’s gravelly vocals, this foursome has a hefty and long career ahead of them. And do we really need to get into how The Fillmore is probably the best venue on the West Coast? Maybe even the country?

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MOVIES&TV F E AT U R E Disney’s Earth

Cold War Kids

The Green Screen

Some eco-savvy cinema to keep with our green theme. BY JO ABBIE

Earth

(2009)

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We’re a sucker for any film with a Sigur Rós song in the trailer. But that’s not the only reason we love Earth, which is already being hailed as “the next March of the Penguins.” Disney’s release of this film on Earth Day means its planet-and-animal-friendly message is sure to reach millions. From the same team behind Planet Earth, the 11-hour BBC series that played on the Discovery Channel and sold millions of DVDs (and flat screen TV sets), Earth uses spectacular nature cinematography to take audiences on a journey with three families: a polar bear mother and her cubs searching for food in the Arctic, elephants in the Kalahari Desert facing drought, and a humpback whale and her calf making their epic 4,000-mile migration. The eco message is clear, as each of these families faces the struggle of finding enough food to survive, yet the footage remains inspiring as it celebrates both the beauty of the planet and the fragility of the creatures that call it home. James Earl Jones narrates, while Emmy-winning composer George Fenton’s score tugs at the heartstrings. Awww!

An Inconvenient Truth (2006)

No look at eco docos would be complete without mention of An Inconvenient Truth, which not only won Al Gore more votes than ever before (well, at least from the Pulitzer Prize jurors!), but performed better at the box office than anyone expected. Following Gore’s campaign to bring to light the extent of the damage caused by global warming, the film is educational, informative, but ultimately uplifting in its aim to rally all of us to do our part to stop global warming in its tracks. 54

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A Crude Awakening: The Oil Crash (2006) Far from the cute cuddly polar bears of some earth movies, this British documentary takes a cold, hard look at modern society’s earthcrippling dependence on oil. Produced and directed by award-winning European journalists and filmmakers Basil Gelpke and Ray McCormack, Crude visits with environmental and geological experts who conclude that our society, built on cheap and readily available oil, needs to be completely overhauled. While its dystopian view of the world is admittedly doomy and gloomy, the film was hailed as a much-needed wake-up call, while also winning a slew of awards on the festival circuit in 2006-07. Its message, while undeniably scary, is every bit as motivational as An Inconvenient Truth.

The 11th Hour (2007)

While it may not have made the box-office waves of Titanic, this eco doco produced, written and narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio also did impressive business, reportedly making more per theater in 2007 than Superbad on its initial limited release (New York City and LA). While Crude Awakening and An Inconvenient Truth present their harsh reality with a touch of hope, the angst-ridden 11th Hour features a bit too much “aren’t we humans hideous for trashing the planet” style guilt-tripping. With DiCaprio at the helm, The 11th Hour has no doubt been effective in delivering a sobering message. But one wonders if Leo isn’t just preaching to the converted. TW

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ARTS F E AT U R E Sculpture by Fabienne Bismuth

An evening of classical music to beneﬁt the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. W H E N : Saturday, May 16th at 7:30 pm W H E R E : Lincoln Glen Church 2700 Booksin Avenue, San Jose D O N AT I O N : $20 collected at the door

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Open Up to Art

Embark on a visual adventure with Silicon Valley Open Studios. BY HEATHER DRISCOLL

erhaps Picasso put it best: “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” If true, then art enthusiasts can experience a sense of soulful purity during the Silicon Valley Open Studios – a visual frenzy in the world of objets d’art. This event gives face and a voice to more than 300 struggling artists as they open their workspaces to eager members of the public and share some of their most intricate and sought-after pieces of art. Sprawling across the first three weekends of May, this free event will showcase an exceptional range of styles, from paintings, drawings, watercolors and pastels, to ceramics, photography, sculpture, book binding and jewelry. For 23 years, Open Studios has allowed the public to witness the distinct coexistence between artists and their works, as well as allow the artists to engage with potential buyers sans the middleman. Fabienne Bismuth, a French native with a Ph.D. in molecular biology, says that participating in Open Studios is more than just trying to sell your art, but about meeting collectors and other artists alike. “It’s having this really old painter come and share with me his life as an artist 20, 30, 50 years ago,” she explains. “It’s about having kids being scared about touching a sculpture and being so happy when I explain that touching a bronze piece helps create highlights, and that I

would love to have them touch my work.” Bismuth, who has partaken in Open Studios for six years, sculpts women and emotion in clay and casts them in bronze and stone, and has done so for the past 10 years. Like many other artists, she will be opening her doors in May to the scouring crowds of art enthusiasts. While a self-guided tour of more than 130 locations might be a bit overwhelming, Open Studios provides an artist directory and map (via www.svos.org or at local libraries and other locations) to help maneuver your way through each weekend without getting hopelessly lost. But whether lost or found, participators of all kinds are likely to be moved, captured and enlivened one way or another. Perhaps, like Picasso, Bismuth also puts it best: “One day someone stopped by one of my pieces and started crying because of the story she could see in my sculpture,” she says. “I saw her cry. I talked to her, she shared her story, I told her mine. No gallery exhibit can give this shared moment of emotion. That’s why I do Open Studios – that’s also why I do art.” TW Silicon Valley Open Studios 2009, May 2-3, 9-10, and 16-17, various locations, 11am-5pm each day. Admission is free. For more information, including a directory of participating artists, go to www.svos.org.

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ultimately hilarious account of one man’s rise from lowly window washer to corporate executive lampoons all that Corporate America holds dear: 5/7-6/7

Jon Nakamatsu

PETER FLETCHER, CLASSICAL GUITARIST

THE KING AND I

Lucie Stern Community Center, 1205 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto (650) 329-0891 www.paplayers.org

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose (408) 808-2397 www.sjlibrary.org

Siam in 1862 is the forefront of a clash between Eastern and Western values, represented by an English governess and her relation with the Siamese king and his court: Thru 5/10

SOUTH OF THE BORDER

The San Jose Wind Symphony, featuring Manuel Romero on guitar and vocals, ushers in Cinco de Mayo: 5/3

Actor Fred Graham and ex-wife Lili Vanessi find themselves unwilling partners in an out-of-town theatrical tryout, finding that, much like Kate and Petruchio, they are bound to each other: Thru 5/10

California Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose (408) 286-2600 www.symphonysiliconvalley.org

SLEEPING BEAUTY

ST. LAWRENCE STRING QUARTET

The snubbed fairy Belladonna curses the princess to sleep for a hundred years upon her 16th birthday – but she’s so bratty, the entire castle wants a break now: 5/9-17 Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre, 550 E. Remington Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 245-2978 www.ctcinc.org

A tale of the blossoming of the earth and human spirit as Mary Lennox discovers that selflessness opens the door to happiness: Thru 5/2

Six geeky misfits deal with cutthroat competition, puberty and neurotic family members: 5/9-6/7

ARTS

THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER

Palo Alto Children’s Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto (650) 463-4970 www. cityofpaloalto.org/childrenstheatre

From whitewashing fences to getting lost in McDougal’s cave, America’s most beloved story is brought to life on stage: 5/8-16 ANNIE

Canada College Theatre, 4200 Farm Hill Blvd., Redwood City (650) 802-8423 www.bayareaetc.org

Little Orphan Annie searches for love and family in the midst of the Great Depression: 5/8-17 BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre, 550 E. Remington Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 245-2978 www.ctcinc.org

A retelling of the original French tale as the courageous and beautiful heroine calms the Beast and releases him from his ghastly form: 5/4-23 BREAKING THE CODE

Bus Barn Theatre, 97 Hillview Ave., Los Altos (650) 941-0551 www.busbarn.org

The triumphs and tragedies of eccentric genius Alan Turing, whose breaking of Germany’s ENIGMA code 58

The characters of Voltaire’s novel endure disasters and circumstances in the pursuit of truth in this “best of all possible worlds”: 5/8-17

Montgomery Theatre, 271 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 453-1570 www.cmtsj.com

THE CEMETERY CLUB

Olinder Theatre, 848 E. William St., San Jose (408) 288-7820 www.northsidetheatre.com

Three Jewish widows meet once a month for tea before visiting the graves of their husbands: Thru 5/10 THE COCKTAIL HOUR

Dragon Theatre, 535 Alma St., Palo Alto (800) 838-3006 www.dragonproductions.net

With pitch-perfect ear on the foibles of the privileged, the embarrassing truths within the cocktail cabinet are exposed: Thru 5/10 EVERY GOOD BOY DESERVES FAVOUR

Canada College Flexible Theatre, 4200 Farmhill Blvd., Redwood City (650) 306-2123 www. canadacollege.edu/theatre/events. html

In this rarely performed play by Tom Stoppard, a political dissident is trapped in a Soviet mental hospital, unable to be released until he admits that his political stance is caused by a mental illness: 4/30-5/3 HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING

Hillbarn Theatre, 1285 E. Hillsdale Blvd., Foster City (650) 349-6411 www.hillbarntheatre.org

This biting, unforgiving and

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WILLY WONKA JR.

The Children’s Music Theatre of San Jose presents the musical tale of Charlie Bucket’s incredible adventures in Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory: 4/30-5/3

CLASSICAL MUSIC & OPERA CARMEN

California Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose (408) 437-4450 www.operasj.org

The unforgettable and rich weave of Spanish folk songs and heady drama has cemented Carmen as one of America’s most beloved operas: Thru 5/3 EASY WAY TO BE AMERICAN

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 903-6000 www.novavista.org

The Nova Vista Symphony, with soloist Russell Hancock, performing some of the best-loved American concert pieces: 5/2 JON NAKAMATSU: INTERNATIONAL PIANO VIRTUOSO McAfee Performing Arts and Lecture Center, 20300 Herriman Ave., Saratoga

The Prints of Andy Warhol: Andy Warhol’s pop art movement turned the art world on its head. His relentless coverage of celebrities originated the concept of “15 minutes of fame,” of which he had personally long surpassed. This exhibit, culled from the Andy Warhol museum, showcases over 60 lithographs and screens of his work: Thru 5/31. Culture of Spontaneity: A presentation of San Francisco Abstract Expressionism from the mid-1940s to the 1960s: Ongoing. Women’s Work: An address of gender issues, identity politics and personal desire: Thru 8/16

Dance, music and poetry from Iran, Afghanistan, China and other cultures that flourished along the ancient Silk Road: 5/2 SONG AND DANCE

EDITORS’ PICK

San Jose Repertory Theatre, 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose (408) 367-7255 www.sjrep.com

A Restoration-period comedy of sexual intrigue and the dangers of our own celebrity-obsessed culture: 5/8-30

110 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 271-6840 www.sjmusart.org

Mexican Heritage Theatre, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose (800) 383-3006 www.dancesilkroad. org/events-silkroadfest.html

Pear Avenue Theatre, 1220 Pear Ave., Mountain View (650) 2541148 www.thepear.org

CANDIDE

Montgomery Theatre, 271 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 4531570 www.cmtsj.org

SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF ART

FESTIVAL OF THE SILK ROAD

THE WAY OF THE WORLD

THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE

History of the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum Exhibit: This exhibit shows the museum’s transformation from one artifact in an office to a museum with more than 4,000 artifacts: Ongoing

DANCE

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose (408) 288-2820 www.balletsanjose.org

Three company premieres of ballets set to operatic and poetic song, and even some of Sinatra’s greatest classics: 5/7-10

SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF QUILTS & TEXTILES 520 S. First St., San Jose (408) 971-0323 www.sjquiltmuseum.org

MUSEUMS CANTOR ARTS CENTER Palm Dr. at Museum Way, Stanford University (650) 7234177 www.museum.stanford.edu

Auguste Rodin Collection: The largest collection of Rodin bronzes outside of Paris: Ongoing. Papua New Guinea Sculpture Garden: Wood and stone carvings of people, animals and mythical beings: Ongoing. Living Traditions: Arts of the Americas: A collection of work from diverse Native American peoples and times: Ongoing. Explore Outdoor Sculpture: Enjoy beautiful weather and the works of Auguste Rodin, Maya Lin, Beverly Pepper, Richard Serra and Andy Goldsworthy: Third Sunday of each month. Splendid Grief – Darren Waterson and the Afterlife of Leland Stanford Jr.: An exhibition examining the grief of the founders of Stanford University, who were driven to found the school after the untimely death of their son: Thru 6/21. Appellations from Antiquity: A small exhibit from

14855 Oka Rd., Los Gatos (408) 357-7492 www.svjcc.org

366 S. First St., San Jose (408) 271-5155 www.galleryad.com

1660 Park Ave., San Jose (408) 947-3636 www.egyptianmuseum.org

The residence quartet of Stanford University will be performing Haydn’s Quartet Opus 9, No. 2, as well as selections from Berg, Mendelssohn and Elizabeth Raum: 5/1

THE SECRET GARDEN

ADDISON-PENZAK JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF SAN JOSE

LOS ALTOS HISTORY MUSEUM

ROSICRUCIAN EGYPTIAN MUSEUM

Saint Luke’s Church, 20 University Ave., Los Gatos (408) 354-3460 www.stlukesg.org

GALLERIES

Three Score and Ten – A Narrative Voice: Intellectually and imaginatively challenging jewellike watercolors by artist Bonnie Stone: Thru 6/3

Trains Mean Business: The Southern Pacific Railroad put Los Altos on the map in 1908. The exhibit covers the railroad’s impact on the city throughout the early 20th century: Ongoing

Jon Kimura Parker will perform Shostakovich’s sunny piano concerto for his symphonic debut: 5/7-10

in the New Venture Hall: Thru 6/30. DNA Week: The Tech collaborates with Stanford University to present a fun week of hands-on DNA workshops and lessons: Thru 5/1

Children’s Art Gallery: Established between the upstairs elevator and the CDMedia Studio, honoring the work and talent of local children: Ongoing

51 S. San Antonio Rd., Los Altos (650) 948-9427 www.losaltoshistory.org

SPRING SYMPHONIES

Mountain View Center for Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 903-6000 www.pytnet.org

THEATRE

180 Woz Way, San Jose (408) 298-5437 www.cdm.org

McAfee Performing Arts and Lecture Center, 20300 Herriman Ave., Saratoga (408) 927-7597 www.sjws.org

Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre, 550 E. Remington Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 733-6611 www.sunnyvaleplayers.org

turned the tides of World War II: Thru 5/2

CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY MUSEUM

Peter Fletcher returns to San Jose, performing the works of Bach, Grieg, Satie and many others: 5/12

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the museum’s collection, derived from student curator Rachel Patt’s proposal following Jennifer Marshall’s 2008 seminar: Thru 7/26. Attitudes Toward Nature: Works of paper including a Rembrandt print and art by Anthonie Waterloo: Thru 11/8. An Eye on Nature: Featuring a Riviere print and drawings by William Keith: Thru 11/8

Jon Nakamatsu, born and trained here in the Bay Area, is back by popular demand: 5/2

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ANNO DOMINI What I Thought I Saw, What I Think I See: Megan Diddie’s responses to the modern disconnect and the psychology of pictorial representation: Thru 5/16 BRUNI GALLERY 394 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 370-4700 www.brunijazzart.com

Tribute to Ayrton Senna, Master of Formula 1 Racing: Artist Bruni Sablan portrays racing master Ayrton Senna: Thru 4/30. Grit & Grace – Hockey Art: Oil painting exhibit by Mark Gray: Thru 4/30 DEBBIE MARIE GALLERY 327 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell (408) 370-7278 www.debbiemariegallery.com

Gallery Unveiling Party: Debbie Marie Arambula unveils her latest mixed media works, celebrating hope, peace and universal communication: Thru 4/30 GALLERY 9 143 Main St., Los Altos (650) 941-7969 www.gallery9losaltos.com

Slow Food: Carol Hake’s “Slow Food” still life series, inspired by her grandson’s organic farm and the changes that the farming industry has gone through: Thru 5/1 KALEID GALLERY 88 S. Fourth St., San Jose (408) 509-9733 www.kaleidgallery.com

Hoaxmonster: The things that go bump in the shadows of human imagination have a way of sticking around for centuries, even after being categorically debunked. Hoaxmonster investigates the persistent myths and mysteries of the human imagination: Thru 4/30 MODERNBOOK GALLERY

Reservoir: John M. Walsh III Collects: An extraordinary group of 29 contemporary art quilts based on water and nature-inspired themes from the private collection of John M. Walsh III: 5/5-6/26. Connections: Small scale works from more than 30 contemporary fiber artists: 5/5-6/26

494 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 327-6325 www.modernbook.com

TECH MUSEUM OF INNOVATION

560 S. First St., San Jose (408) 283-8155 www.sjica.org

201 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 294-TECH www.thetech.org

IDEA House: An interactive program space encourages you to formulate and synthesize like never before: Ongoing. Green by Design: Designs with a green approach, aiming to prevent environmental problems and improve lives: Ongoing. View from Space: Science made visible in an exhibit that displays weather, aircraft and daily patterns from space: Ongoing. Clinton Smith – Forces of Nature in the American Landscape: An exhibit of fine art photography

Land/Sea: Photographers Ryuijie and Robert Kato with painter Bella Bigsby explores landscapes and seascapes: Thru 5/31 SAN JOSE INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART Lift Off: An exhibit of San Jose State University’s Graduate MFA works: Thru 6/13 SILICON VALLEY OPEN STUDIOS 609 Cowper St., Ste. B, Palo Alto (650) 273-3505 www.svos.org

Frances Freyberg Photography: Freyberg’s specializations in people, wildlife, nature and architecture: 5/2-3 TW

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DONATION to beneﬁt Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford An Allied Arts Guild Art Show 75 Arbor Road, .enlo Park, at $ambridge (Car-pooling appreciated by our neighbors)

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Get into High Tech! Experience the science of computer chips and the evolution of their development ﬁrsthand. Reserve guided tours by phone or online: 408.765.0503 www.intel.com/museum Open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., excluding holidays. FREE admission and parking. Audio tours are available in seven languages. In Santa Clara, off U.S. Hwy. 101 at the Montague Expressway and Mission College Boulevard. Copyright

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“Music Together Invites you to share in the Joy of Family Music!” We believe all children are musical provided they have an environment that develops this ability. Watch your child's enthusiasm sparkle as we sing, dance and play instruments in a stimulating and nurturing environment! "I look forward to Making Music Together with you!" Call 408.531.1600 or visit our website www.LittleMusician.net for more information Devin Ligtelyn, Director Drop in for only $5! Regularly $16 (One Time Only Please) Expires October 30, 2009 We Also Offer Group Piano Lessons for 5 & Up!

Ballet San Jose School

Days of Summer Camps

Fun, games and education for the freshly out of school. BY JAMES CHEN

ccording to the American Camp Association, more than 10 million American kids across the country attend camps every summer. That’s a lot of roasted marshmallows sacrificed on the altar of dark chocolate and graham crackers.

leave anybody bored. A summer musical, football and volleyball program and even garage band-style guitar lessons will rock out any kid’s summer.

CLEMENT SCHOOL 955 Branham Ln., San Jose (408) 265-2226 www.clementschool.com

Lessons on geography come hand in hand with bugs, princesses, and even a trip to Disneyland.

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But camps today aren’t just about the s’mores. With so many choices – sports camps, debate camps, weight loss camps, even camps with tech programs that combine the fun of electronic mad science with some of the hottest skill sets in today’s and tomorrow’s market – summer camps prove that education and fun are far from mutually exclusive.

COLLEGE FOR KIDS

ACTION DAY/PRIMARY PLUS 5845 Allen Ave., San Jose (408) 629-6020; 801 Hibiscus Ln., San Jose (408) 985-2138 www.actiondayprimaryplus.com

Trips to the movies, Great America and even Raging Waters will make summer with Action Day anything but boring.

ARCHBISHOP MITTY HIGH SCHOOL - @MITTY 500 Mitty Ave., San Jose (408) 252-6610 www.mitty.com/summer/summer_2009

@Mitty’s athletics and enrichment program won’t

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Emerson School, 2800 W. Bayshore Rd., Palo Alto (650) 424-1267; Hacienda School, 3800 Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton (925) 485-5750 www.headsup.org

HeadsUp! gives children an opportunity to challenge themselves through a rigorous curriculum that will develop fundamental thinking skills. Visit their several locations for children from birth to age six, and the two private school locations covering Grades 1 thru 8.

iD GAMING ACADEMY STANFORD UNIVERSITY 450 Serra Mall, Stanford (650) 723-2300 www.internaldrive.com/idga/

iD Gaming Academy is the dream school of every future Bethesda Softworks or Blizzard Entertainment employee: advanced game design and programming by day, fragathons and Guitar Hero riffs by night.

KEPLER LEARNING CENTER 305 Piercey Rd., San Jose (408) 363-0222 www.keplerlearningcenter.com

Beyond the basic math, writing and reading skills, Kepler rounds out your child’s education with courses in the sciences, and with the cosmopolitan touch of Spanish and French language lessons.

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The fun lasts all summer.

The learning lasts a lifetime. Kiddie Academy’s Camp Adventure. All day adventures. All summer long .

Why should the learning stop just because it’s summer? Chock-full of off-site events, field trips, and exciting activities, Camp Adventure will constantly spark your child’s curiosity about the world around them.

ONE WEEK FREE! Register your child by 5/31/09 and receive one week FREE. Valued up to $195.00. Valid for new customers not previously registered at listed Kiddie Academy® location. Registration fees apply. May not be combined with any other offers. Limit one offer per child. Certificate has no cash value. Must present coupon at time of registration. Customer pays all applicable taxes.

Cut out coupon and present at time of registration.

Enroll now. For more information or an online virtual tour visit www.kiddieacademy.com/camp 521 W. Capitol Expressway San Jose, CA 95136 408-978-1500

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Every summer, Emerson School of Palo Alto and Hacienda School of Pleasanton open their doors and offer their innovative programs in a camp-like setting to outside students who want to share in the summer learning adventures.

Real-World Math—is designed to remediate problems and to challenge accomplished students to extend their skills. Emerson: 7/27-7/31 Engineering & Math—uses small-group projects in which students plan, design, and build simple mechanical devices. Emerson: 8/3-8/7

FEES 1 week: $500; 2 weeks: $950; addʼl weeks @$400

Expository Writing—focuses on preparing prose forms used in school assignments and on writing mechanics. Emerson: 7/6-7/10; Hacienda: 7/20-7/24

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Intensive Chinese—places emphasis on spoken language, taught exclusively in Mandarin by native speakers. Emerson: 6/22-6/26; Hacienda: 7/13-7/17

Creative Writing—emphasizes point of view, character, setting, action, writing mechanics, and self-expression. Emerson: 7/13-7/17; Hacienda: 7/27-7/31 Presentation Techniques—develops studentsʼ public speaking and analytical skills using age-appropriate support tools. Emerson: 7/20-7/24; Hacienda: 8/3-8/7

HOURS 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (care available 8:00 - 6:00)

All courses are directed by the distinguished faculty of Emerson School and Hacienda School. Breaks are taken for snacks, lunch, physical exercise, and social interaction. Parents are welcome at afternoon presentations.

Emerson School Palo Alto - 2800 W. Bayshore Road

Hacienda School 650-424-1267

adventures@headsup.org

Pleasanton - 3800 Stoneridge Drive

925-485-5750

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(408) 252-1365 www.wvpc.org

13th Annual A La Carte & Art, Mountain View, 5/16-17

A full day of teddy bear fun with check-ups from REAL doctors, dentists, and nurses, along with puppet shows, food, plus AdoptA-Bear Placement Agency will be on hand for those of you looking to adopt your very own bear!: 10am-2pm

COOKING FOR SOLUTIONS: 5/15-16 Monterey Bay Aquarium www.cooking forsolutions.org

Join chefs Thomas Keller of The French Laundry and the Food Network’s Alton Brown along with dozens of other chefs, wineries, restaurants and find out everything you ever wanted to know about sustainable cuisine.

BREAKFAST WITH THE NICKELODEON CHARACTERS: 5/10 California’s Great America, 4701 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara www.cagreatamerica.com

SATURDAY FUN RUNS: 5/16

Ever have breakfast with SpongeBob SquarePants? How about Dora the Explorer? No? Well, today is your lucky day. Pack the family over to California’s Great America for a sit-down breakfast with the whole Nickelodeon gang!

Coyote Creek Trail, Eagle View & Morning Star, Morgan Hill (408) 425-9475 www.alaviefitness.com

Fun for all levels with runs ranging from 3-5 miles: 8:30am WEEKLY RUNS: EVERY SUNDAY AND TUESDAY

SANTA CRUZ BEACH BOARDWALK SEASON KICKOFF: 5/16-17

Sports Basement, 1177 Kern Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 732-0300 www.sportsbasement.com/ classes_run.asp

Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz www.beachboardwalk.com

LIFE IS GOOD FESTIVAL: 5/16 Golden Gate Park, San Francisco www.lifeisgood.com/festivals

BUSINESS /

GreenV Sustainable Center, 1 Chestnut Ave., San Francisco www.greenbusinesscamp.com

A full day of networking and sharing knowledge with your fellow green business owners and entrepreneurs: 8am-5pm

It’s the “real “ My Big Fat Greek Wedding, with homemade Greek dishes, dancing, music, puppet performances and children’s activities. Opahhhhhh!

Civic Center Park, 2151 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley thepaganalliance.org

A day of celebrating all things pagan: Pagan art, music, food, dancing, speakers, rituals, and other heathen delights: 10am-5:30pm

Aim Mail Center, 15559 Union Ave., Los Gatos (408) 806-7230

Great opportunity for Cambrian/Los Gatos business people to meet, network and enjoy some wine and cheese along the way: 6-8pm

34TH ANNUAL BERRYESSA ART & WINE FESTIVAL: 5/9

TIECON 2009: THE BOLD ENTREPRENEUR: 5/15-16

Welcome to the Berryessa Art & Wine Festival, where you’re invited to enjoy fine wine, food, and superb art from local artisans: 10am-5pm

Penitencia Park Creek, 3050 Berryessa Rd., San Jose

Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara www.tiecon.org

FESTIVALS & EXPOS GAVFEST 2009: 5/2 Gavilan College Main Campus, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd., Gilroy ww.gavilan.edu/gavfest/

A full day of fun and entertainment with live music, Taiko drumming, Battle of the High School Bands, wonderful food, soccer tournament, petting zoo and much more!: 11am-3pm

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History Park in Kelley Park, 1650 Senter Rd., San Jose (408) 2464685 www.hhissj.org

EIGHTH ANNUAL PAGAN FESTIVAL: 5/9

NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORK MEET & GREET: 5/14

The world’s largest conference on entrepreneurship featuring over 4,000 participants: 7am-7pm

Celebrate this wonderful community tradition and the oldest children’s parade in Northern California with marching bands, decorated floats, and thousands of kids skipping, skating, riding bikes, wearing costumes, and parading their pets down University Avenue: 10am-Noon

Downtown Campbell www.campbellchamber.com

New Orleans comes to Campbell for a raging Cajun celebration of food, music, beer, wine, and craft booths. There are even activities for the kids: 10am 13TH ANNUAL A LA CARTE & ART: 5/16-17 Along Castro St., Mountain View www.miramarevents.com

This open-air springtime celebration features nonstop live entertainment, a juried arts and crafts show with 250 exhibitors, savory ethnic food, wine, microbrews, cooking demonstrations and activities for the kids: 10am-6pm

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FAMILY ACTIVITIES CAT’S HILL CLASSIC: 5/2 If you are a bicycle race fan, then you already know about this year’s Cat’s Hill Classic Bicycle Race. And if you’re a newbie, don’t worry, there are racing categories for all ages and skill levels: 9:30am SECOND ANNUAL FANTASY FAIRE: 5/2 Los Gatos High School Lawn www.lgpns.org/fantasyfaire

Children six and under will enjoy a afternoon of fun with pony rides, petting zoo, live entertainment, games, food and oh so much fun!: 10am-5pm 18TH ANNUAL KIDS FREE FISHING DAYS: 5/2-3 Los Gatos Creek Park, Campbell Percolation Ponds (408) 9708578 www.kidsfreefishing.com

This special fishing day is just for kids 17 years and younger, with the best part being that it’s FREE! So grab your rod, reel and worms, and come out for a full day of fishing. Parents are invited, but only the kids get to fish! CAPITOLA KITE CLASSIC: 5/2 On the main beach in Capitola Village www.capitolachamber.com

If you think you’re a hotshot kite flyer, then you need to get to the Capitola Kite Classic to compete alongside other hotshot kite flyers: All ages and styles of kites, homemade and commercial, are welcome: Proceeds benefit Jacob’s Heart Children’s Cancer Support Services: 11am-2pm

HOMESTEAD FARM TOURS: 5/16 Deer Hollow Farm, Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve, Los Altos (650) 965-3276 www.fodhf.org

The whole family is invited to come on out and visit with farm animals and learn about farming: 10am-1pm

38TH ANNUAL STANFORD POWWOW: 5/8-10

Corner of Tait & Nicholson, Los Gatos www.catshill.org

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GREEN BUSINESS CAMP 2009 UNCONFERENCE: 4/30

Downtown Palo Alto, University Ave. (650) 463-4921 www.cityofpaloalto.org/recreation

This comic book expo features door prizes and giveaways and a chance to meet the creators of some of your favorite comics: 10am

GREEK FESTIVAL: 5/2 EDITORS’ PICK

NETWORKING

Enjoy a day of FREE family fun with scenic walks, live music from the Sippy Cups, Martin Sexton, ALO, games, and tasty food!: 11am-5pm

87TH ANNUAL MAY FETE CHILDREN’S PARADE: 5/2

SUPER-CON: 5/16-17 South Hall, 435 S. Market St., San Jose www.super-con.com

Eucalyptus Grove at Galvez St. & Campus Dr., Stanford University www.stanford.edu/ group/powwow

FUNDRAISERS

A celebration of Native American cultures with arts & crafts, food booths, dancing, souvenirs, and traditional songs.

PACIFIC AUTISM CENTER FOR EDUCATION GOLF CLASSIC: 4/27

& DONATIONS

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club, 23600 McKean Rd., San Jose (408) 323-5200 www. pacificautism.org/events1.html

FRIDAY NIGHT BICYCLE RACES: 5/8

Enjoy a game of gold and help raise funds to help combat autism: Noon

Hellyer Park Velodrome, Hellyer Ave., San Jose www.ridethetrack.com

MAKE A DIFFERENCE CRAFT SHOW: 5/9

You’ll witness bicycles screaming around the Hellyer Park Velodrome at 40mph as they race to the finish line!: 7pm WWII TRAINER AIRCRAFT EXHIBIT: 5/9 Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway Rd., San Carlos (650) 654-0200 www.hiller.org

Come see the airplanes that taught the fighter and bomber pilots of WWII how to fly: 1-3pm KFOG KABOOM!: 5/9 Pier 30-32, San Francisco (415) 817-KFOG www.kfog.com

The whole family will enjoy this year’s KaBoom concert, featuring live music from Los Lonely Boys, Susan Tedeschi, food, drinks, entertainment, and more than seven tons of explosives set off for your viewing enjoyment: 4pm TENTH ANNUAL TEDDY BEAR FAIR: 5/9 West Valley Presbyterian Church, 6191 Bollinger Rd., Cupertino

Oakwood School Gymnasium, 105 John Wilson Way, Morgan Hill www.pslt.biz/makeadifference

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This unique craft show will be featuring more than 30 local vendors along with raffles, live entertainment, face painting for the kids, even a scavenger hunt: Funds raised benefit the American Cancer Society: 11am-4pm CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION’S GREAT STRIDES: 5/16 Park Valencia, Santana Row, Olin Ave., San Jose (408) 7233525 www.greatstrides.cff.org

A kid-friendly scavenger hunt with entertainment and treats!: Funds raised support research and services for children and adults with Cystic Fibrosis: 9:30am-1pm

Take part in group runs every Sunday at 9am and Tuesday at 6:15pm EDITORS’ PICK

Load up the family and prepare yourselves for a full day of cotton candy, corn dogs, roller coasters and fun!

FREE SPIN CLASSES: FRIDAYS Sports Basement, 1177 Kern Ave., Sunnyvale (408) 732-0300 www.sportsbasement.com

Bring your bike, your trainer and get ready to sweat!: 6:30-8pm

LECTURE IS PEACE POSSIBLE IN THE MIDDLE EAST?: 4/30 Michael’s at Shoreline, 2960 Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View (800) 847-7730 www.commonwealthclub.org/sv

Joseph Cumming, director of the Reconciliation Program, Yale Center for Faith and Culture, addresses the importance of interfaith dialogue to help create awareness and understanding: 7pm

MEETINGS HOLISTIC MOMS NETWORK MEETING: EVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH Rozenhart Family Chiropractic, 4620-B Meridian Ave., San Jose

Join holistic parents to find support and resources to become a better parent and to build a thriving community: 6:30pm

VOLUNTEER BECOME A BIG BROTHER OR BIG SISTER (408) 876-4193 www.emp.org

Become a mentor and be a positive influence on a child’s life and it’ll only cost you two hours a week!

WORKSHOPS & CLASSES CREATING HAND-TIED BOUQUETS: 5/14 Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverly St., Palo Alto www.gamblegarden.org

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KIDDIE ACADEMY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CAMP ADVENTURE 205 E. Middlefield Rd., Mountain View (650) 9606900; 521 W. Capitol Expwy., San Jose (408) 9781500 www.kiddieacademy.com

Kiddie Academyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summertime program offers preschoolers and school-aged children fun activities that help reinforce their creativity and education.

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LEKHA SUMMER CAMP 2009 4204 Latimer Ave., San Jose; 41 E. Gish Rd., San Jose; 540 Sands Dr., San Jose; Woodside Church, 2000 Woodside Rd., Redwood City (408) 439-0422 www.lekhapublishers.com/summercamps.php

Lekha helps students develop the necessary writing skills to succeed at school and beyond. Students involved in their extended program are invited to help contribute to their yearly anthology.

WEST VALLEY COLLEGE 14000 Fruitvale Ave., Saratoga (408) 741-2096

West Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s yearly summer program gives kids entering Grades 6 through 9 a taste of college life with courses in ďŹ&#x201A;ash animation, speech and debate and even international cuisine.

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BALLET SAN JOSE SCHOOL 40 N. First St., San Jose (408) 288-2820 www.balletsanjose.org/school

What better way to spend the summer than learning the timeless art of ballet? Oh, and did we mention there are free boys ballet classes from June 22-26?

DANCE ACADEMY USA 21269 Stevens Creek Blvd., Ste. 600, Cupertino (408) 257-3211 www.danceacademyusa.com/DAU/Summer2009.html

Dance Academy USA covers nearly all forms of modern and classical dance, with classes for all levels of skill.

KIDSART 949 Fremont Ave., Los Altos (650) 948-4719 www.kidsartclasses.com

Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t decide between KidsArtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s animation, anime or sculpting programs? Their Palette of Art program lets you sample a dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth of all of their major courses.

LITTLE MUSICIAN COMPANY 1540 Hicks Ave., San Jose; 2650 Aborn Rd., San Jose; 7269 Stevens Creek Blvd., San Jose (408) 531-1600 www.littlemusician.net

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Computer Robotics, Chemistry Expository/Essay Writing, Speech and Debate, Geometry, Public Speaking, PSAT Prep Critical Reading Skills, Algebra 1 & 2, Mandarin, Spanish, Japanese, Journalism, Fashion Design, Geology and much more!

3 LOCATIONS Cupertino and Miller Middle Schools Collins Elementary REGISTRATION DATES March 9 to June 8 PROGRAM DATES June 22 to July 17 Morning Classes 4 weeks

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Plan Toys Inc. Palo Alto-based Plan Toys Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of environmentally friendly, safe and educational wooden toys. All toys are made from recycled wood and nontoxic water-based dyes, and the entire process is chemical-free. We love this toy elephant turned pencil holder, which comes complete with adorable cheeky monkey pencil heads! Available from many local retailers, including The Wooden Horse (796 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos 408-356-8821 woodenhorsetoys.com); Tiny Tots Baby Boutique (138 Railway Ave., Campbell 408-866-2925 www.tinytots.com); Cheeky Monkey Toys (714 Santa Cruz Ave., 650-3287975 www.cheekymonkeytoys.com) and more. Go to www.plantoysusa.com for your nearest store.

Bugaboo + Paul Frank Speaking of cheeky monkeys, the collaboration between luxe stroller company Bugaboo and Paul Frank (the product line most known for its grinning Julius the Monkey character) just makes us smile! For those wanting something edgier than color block critters (pictured) on their stroller, the Bugaboo + Paul Frank line also features cool camouflage and smiling skull designs for urban hipster infants. Available from Bugaboo retailers. Go to www.bugaboo.com for your nearest store.

Green to Grow BPA-free Baby Bottles Anyone who’s recently had an infant has no doubt heard the controversy about baby bottles containing the substance known as BPA (bisphenol A), a suspected hormone-disrupting chemical used in polycarbonate plastic, from which the majority of baby bottles are made. So it’s reassuring to hear that some bottle manufacturers are making BPA-free products. We love these bottles from Green to Grow. Made using safe PES plastic (which gives the bottles

KIDPICK: CONOR Our inaugural KidPick this issue is the adorable Conor from Willow Glen. Conor recently turned one, and his parents think he’s a natural at basketball, because he loves playing with the mini ball and hoop he just received for his birthday. Conor not only loves to laugh (especially when playing peekaboo), but is reportedly extremely ticklish! Each issue’s KidPick winner will receive a $20 gift certificate for Baby Buzz, 1314 Lincoln Ave., Ste. 1A, San Jose (408) 885-9870 www.babybuzzcafe. com. This vibrant store not only sells a plethora of ecofriendly baby wares, clothing and more, but hosts many classes for new moms and babies, including lessons in Dustan baby language and infant massage. Baby Buzz owner Karen Poznansky also offers kids haircutting services and hosts baby showers, plus moms nights out with wine, cheese and pampering.

a natural golden color), these award-winning bottles are a must for parents concerned about protecting their child from potentially toxic plastics. Available from Baby Buzz, 1314 Lincoln Ave., Ste. 1A, San Jose (408) 885-9870 www.babybuzzcafe.com

Earth Baby Compostable Diaper Service Many parents today are rethinking the whole disposable diapers route, as Huggies et al wind up in landfill for what might as well be eternity! A great option from Silicon Valley company Earth Baby is compostable diapers. Unlike cloth diapers (which don’t wind up in landfill, but do require large amounts of water to be cleaned), these eco-friendly diapers are totally biodegradable, and require very little energy to break down (it takes only the energy equivalent of running a 60-watt household light bulb for 30 seconds to fully compost one diaper). Earth Baby’s service delivers the diapers to your door, plus offers compostable wipes and other natural baby care products. Best of all, they take them away when you’re done! For more on the Earth Baby delivery service, go to www.earth-baby.com or call (650) 641-0975. TW

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Opens May 23!

Ever wonder what acupuncturists do? Find out at the Five Branches University Open House

Open House San Jose

Sunday May 17, 1–4pm Thurs July 23, 6:30–8:30pm

Open House Santa Cruz Sun May 24, 1–4pm Integrative Medicine: The career change you have been looking for. Enroll at Five Branches University, ranked among the top five nationally accredited schools of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the U.S.

Five BraNches university Graduate School of Traditional Chinese Medicine

200 7th Avenue, Santa Cruz (831) 476-9424 3031 Tisch Way, San Jose (408) 260-0208

Book your “curious” birthday party at Children’s Discovery Museum now!

www.fivebranches.edu

Sponsored by: Curious George television series merchandise © Universal Studios.Curious George and related characters, created by Margret and H. A. Rey, are copyrighted and trademarked by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing. Company and used under license. Licensed by Universal Studios Licensing LLLP. All rights reserved.

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For Museum hours and directions, call (408) 298-5437 or visit www.cdm.org.

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THE LITTLE GYM OF SAN JOSE

OPAL’Z 719 Colorado Ave., Palo Alto (650) 322-6500 www.opalzoap.com

While a lot of summer camps focus on getting dirty, this one focuses on cleaning up. All summer long, Opal’z offers workshops where you can learn to make your own soap, candles, potporri, bath bombs, lotion, lip balm and a whole lot more.

SAN JOSE REPERTORY THEATRE 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose (408) 367-7255 www.sjrep.com/education/acting/dramatics.php

Students will spend two weeks creating, rehearsing, and ﬁnally presenting their own original play to families and friends.

5357 Prospect Rd., San Jose (408) 366-2222 www.thelittlegym.com/sanjosewestca

The Little Gym of San Jose promotes fun play and self-esteem for toddlers with summer camps themed around pirates, time travelers and more.

SANTA CLARA BOYS BASKETBALL CAMPS 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara (408) 554-2339 www.santaclarabroncos.com/genrel/011403aad.html

Santa Clara University’s overnight basketball program will hone your kids’ courtside skills to perfection.

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5400 Camden Ave., San Jose (408) 267-4032 www.avac.us

The summer heat makes AVAC especially tempting, with their more than 40 years of experience teaching people how to swim.

CALIFORNIA KIDS SPORTS CENTER 824 Malone Rd., San Jose (408) 269-5437 www.calsportscenter.com/news/cksc.shtml

Hip-hop, jazz, ballet and tap dancing aren’t just fun, but great exercise and esteem builders for kids.

You don’t need to be a Girl Scout to take advantage of Camp Metro’s various activities, from rappelling to dancing to even robotics.

SAN JOSE FAMILY CAMP 11401 Cherry Lake Rd., Groveland (408) 871-3820 www.sanjoseca.gov/prns/familycamp.asp

S’mores are never out of fashion, especially amongst the redwoods of the San Jose Family camp.

SARATOGA SPRINGS 22801 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 867-3061 x825 www.saratoga-springs.com/daycamp

Swimming, hiking, and inﬂatable slides are just a small sample of the activities available at Saratoga Springs. TW

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CALIFORNIA RIDING ACADEMY Barn 4, 100 Ansel Ln., Menlo Park (650) 740-2261 www.californiaridingacademy.com

Offers all-ages riding instruction for Western, Carriage Driving and English styles. Discounted lesson packages, summer camps and much more.

CEVALO RIDING ACADEMY 715 Piercy Rd., San Jose (408) 227-3529 www.cevaloridingacademy.org

A nonproďŹ t educational organization offering riding lessons, day camps, horse boarding and more.

CHAPARRAL RANCH 3375 Calaveras Rd., Milpitas (408) 263-3336

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Palo Alto Bicycles 171 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 328-7411 www.paloaltobicycles.com The staff at Palo Alto Bicycles continues a long tradition of outstanding customer service, enthusiasm for the sport of cycling, and thorough knowledge of the latest cycling products. We sell the best cycling products, but we also provide the information that can help you enjoy the activity of cycling in all its diversity.

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Xtreme Fitness Silicon Valley www.xtremefitsv.com Top tier cardio, conditioning, agility amd strength classes, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Zumbaâ&#x20AC;? Latin dance fitness classes, personal training, mixed martial arts, Pilates, spinning, wellness center, massage, chiropractic, live music with classes and more! OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

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265 E. Clay St., Ukiah (707) 367-3299 www.emeraldempireadventures.com Emerald Empire Adventures believes in direct passenger participation in the river adventure. We are currently rafting on the Eel River so book your rafting trip now! One day trips available. Trips currently available: South Mendo Bike & Wine, Hopland Bike & Wine Tasting Singles Ride, Memorial Day 2-Day Raft on the Trinity River, Cache Creek Raft, Bike & Hot Springs, Cache Creek 2-Day Raft Trip. See website for more details and advanced booking!

14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 201, Los Gatos (408) 356-4973 www.svjcc.org The Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center is open to all faiths and backgrounds. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love our 20,000-square-foot fitness center, heated swimming pool, lighted tennis courts, more than 60 group exercise classes each week, personal training, massage, full gymnasium with indoor basketball, quality childcare and preschool, sports leagues, afterschool programs and so much more!

AlaVie Fitness 120 W. Campbell Ave., Ste. D, Campbell www.alaviefitness.com Cutting-edge outdoor fitness boot camps for all ages and fitness levels. Ten Bay Area

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enturies ago, there were no smoggy sunsets or bottlenecks on freeways (or, for that matter, any freeways at all). People rode horses. This being our green issue, we thought weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d saddle up and check out places where you can skirt those earthchoking vehicle emissions by learning to ride a trusty steed. The Bay Area has some of the most pristine and scenic riding trails anywhere in the world. From mountainside galloping or quaint vineyard cantering to open space trotting, these green pastures will cure any Silicon Valley worker suffering from barn sourness. Sooner or later, someone around here will invent an iPod adapter for a horse saddle. Just be patient.

BIG OAK RANCH 2330 Diana Ave., Morgan Hill (408) 778-1397 www.bigoakranch.com

With stunning views overlooking Morgan Hill, these 57 acres have been hailed as one of the best boarding and horse care facilities in the South Bay. Offers trails, training, lessons and more.

CALERO RANCH STABLES 23201 McKean Rd., San Jose, (408) 268-2567 www.caleroranch.com

Offers one- to two-hour guided trail rides through Calero Park. Open spring through fall, and on weekends and by appointment during the winter. Reservations are required.

Guided trail rides through Ed Levin Park, day camps for kids and more. Call for appointment.

FIVE STAR FARMS 321 Casa Loma Rd., Morgan Hill (408) 997-9797 www.fivestarfarms.net

A South Bay mecca for training and boarding, with ďŹ ve-star lesson programs and a well-rounded showing and competition curriculum.

GARROD FARMS RIDING STABLES 22600 Mt. Eden Rd., Saratoga (408) 867-9527 www.garrodfarms.com

Ride a horse only 20 minutes from Downtown San Jose. Open daily year round. Reservations required on weekdays. One-hour guided trail rides through Fremont Older Open Space Preserve, CooperGarrod vineyards and the eastern slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Also wine tasting, a riding academy, summer camps, boarding and more.

GLENOAKS STABLES 3639 Alpine Rd., Menlo Park (650) 854-4955 www.glenoaksequestrian.com

Lessons and training, boarding, sales, summer camps, scenic open space trail rides and more.

INDIAN HILLS RANCH 3488 Calaveras Rd., Milpitas (408) 262-6234 www.indianhillsranch.com

With 50 acres that back up to the Ohlone wilderness, this ranch is a great place to bring your horse. Their facilities offer every imaginable service for boarding.

MISSION HILLS EQUESTRIAN CENTER 41381 Vargas Rd., Fremont (510) 651-3068 www.eastbayhorses.com

Training, riding lessons, sales, boarding, dressage lessons, supplemental services and more.

*Tip: Some of these locations do not have rental horses. Call ahead first.

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n light of incentive programs that encourage homeowners to use less water in their yards by growing more drought-tolerant plants, keeping the garden green these days has taken on a whole new meaning. But many city codes have not caught up with the eco-conscious times, and residents planning on â&#x20AC;&#x153;greeningâ&#x20AC;? their garden can face clashes with city officials, neighbors and homeowners associations. This was the case for one San Jose couple in October 2007 when they decided to â&#x20AC;&#x153;greenâ&#x20AC;? their yard by removing 2,000 square feet of lawn and replacing it with drought-tolerant plants. They consulted a landscape specialist and were told that they needed to let their lawn die completely before the new planting plan could begin. The project would take six to nine months to complete. Just six weeks into it, though, a San Jose code enforcement officer, responding to a neighborâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s complaint that the dying lawn was â&#x20AC;&#x153;ugly,â&#x20AC;? informed the couple they were in violation of City Ordinance 26710, Section 17.72.530, which states that all San Jose yards must be landscaped with grass, plants or decorative rocks. The couple then received notice in January 2008 that if they did not plant their yard within 30 days, they would be fined $250. Despite programs such as San Jose Beautiful (www.sjbeautiful.org), which provides community improvement awards for environmentally friendly changes to homes and yards, and the Santa Clara Valley Water Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s water-wise program (www.valleywater.org), which offers rebates worth up to $1,000 for replacing grass with drought-resistant landscaping options, some city landscaping ordinances remain out of step.

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to moving towards a more conservationoriented mindset, both for public officials and homeowners. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have customers who are fighting to keep every square inch of lawn that they have. On the other hand, when I receive a referral from the California Native Plant Professionals List (www.landscapestandards.com), I find that those are the clients who are already informed â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and who want to do a completely sustainable, native garden.â&#x20AC;? According to Drake, every 1,000 square feet of lawn requires 23,000 gallons of water per year, and Drake and Russell agree that moving off the water grid is the next step to sustainable, water-efficient yards. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We assess a site to see what water is available through rain cisterns, gray-water systems, etc. and then design the landscape to fit the water on site,â&#x20AC;? Russell says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The truth is that we Californians are in a drought state and we have to come to terms with it.â&#x20AC;? Thankfully, the story of the San Jose couple has a happy ending: Working with city code enforcement officials, all fines (which had reached $750) were ultimately waived, and their project was finished in mid 2008. They now have a beautiful native garden that uses a fraction of the water their lawn did, which thrills their three kids by attracting hummingbirds, butterflies and other beneficial visitors to their property. TW For tips on maintaining an organic grass lawn, go to www.thewavemag.com. For more information on planting a drought tolerant yard, visit the local chapter of the California Native Plant Society at www.cnps-scv.org. Heidi Livingston Eisips is the founder of Korala Consulting (www.koralaconsulting.com), specializing in marketing and strategy for sustainable businesses. She is also a founder and instructor at the Green Tech Academy (www. greentechacademy.org), which provides workforce training for professionals interested in the clean tech and green tech industries.

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IMPROVEMENT JIMYKO 1919 Monterey Road, Suite #10, San Jose (408) 993-0918 www.jimyko.com Provides fresh and unique ideas that attune to today’s casual and contemporary lifestyles. We invite you to explore our retail studio and experience the elements that define your home.

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A TOOL SHED (Eight South Bay locations) (800)-ATOOLSHED www.atoolshed.com A Tool Shed Rentals should be your first stop for all your rental needs! We have the tools and equipment rentals to make your weekend or major project easier.

ALL WORLD FURNITURE 981 Stockton Ave, San Jose (408)292-6833 www. allworldfurniture.com All World Furniture Inc. was started over six years ago and now has a one of the largest modern, contemporary furniture showrooms with attached warehouse in the San Francisco Bay Area.

H O M E T H E AT R E MODERN TV 1228 S. Bascom Ave., Ste. B, San Jose (408) 293-1330 www.moderntvonline.com We can provide the home theater system you dream about. Whether it’s a dedicated theater with plush seating and a big screen, or a family room with a slim plasma TV and speakers built into the walls, we have the solution for you. H A R D WA R E

FLOORING AND CARPETS PALO ALTO HARDWARE 875 Alma St., Palo Alto (650) 327-7222 www.paloaltohardware.com At Palo Alto Hardware, “living green” is more than just a catchphrase. We work hard to put into place systems and programs that are environmentally friendly as we run our business.

S T O R AG E A-1 SELF STORAGE (Four San Jose Locations) 1415 Old Oakland Rd.; 2900 Monterey Rd.; 131 Baroni Ave.; 3260 S. Bascom Ave. (800) 210-8979 www.a1storage.com Save money with A-1 Self Storage! Affordable pricing for personal and business needs.

PAT I O F U R N I T U R E THE COMPLETE BACKYARD 1600 Duane Ave., Santa Clara (408) 748-8100 www.patio101.com Come by and visit our 33,000-square-foot showroom featuring all the top names in the patio business. We have over 250 sets on display from various manufacturers.

CAREER bartending school specializing in training and job placement of bartenders. Over 38 years in business in the Bay Area. Offering one- and two-week sessions teach from mixology to garnishing in a full cocktail lounge classroom, plus job placement services. Call for class schedule. B E AU T Y S C H O O L

WOODWORKING CENTER THE SAWDUST SHOP 452 Oakmead Pkwy., Sunnyvale (408) 992-1004 www. sawdustshop.com The Sawdust Shop is a unique woodworking center located in the heart of Silicon Valley, combining a do-ityourself woodshop, a woodworking store, and woodworking classes all under one roof.

TRAINING training come to Epicurean after extensively researching cooking schools and choose us for our excellent reputation and experienced staff. Immediate hands on training.

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D E N TA L A S S I S TA N T SCHOOL OF DENTAL ASSN. 1870 Alum Rock, San Jose (408) 258-0800 www.americanbci.com Most of the participant’s training is hands-on. This individualized training requires small class sizes and ABCi maintains an instructor-to-student ratio of 1 instructor to 15 students, and a computer-to-student ratio of 1 computer per student. W E D D I N G C O N S U LT I N G

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BARBER COLLEGE: AMERICAN BARBER COLLEGE 5707 S. Vermont Ave, San Jose (408) 778-3812 Training topics covered: Shop Management, Hair Cutting and Styling, Anatomy and Physiology of the Body, Bones & Circulation, Hair Color & Designing. Students offer all services to the public at an affordable price.

PALMER CHIROPRACTIC WEST 90 E. Tasman, San Jose (408) 994-6000 www.palmer.edu The Palmer Center for Business Development is dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship and innovation through educational programs bridging academic training, clinical skills and business. C U L I N A RY C O L L E G E

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ACPWC (408) 227-2792 www.acpwc.com The Association of Certified Professional Wedding Consultants (ACPWC) is a National Organization celebrating 18 years of industry experience. They provide a comprehensive training and certification program for Wedding Consultants. ACPWC offers personalized training courses and extended weekend classes for people who would like to become Wedding Consultants or Church/Facility Coordinators. San Jose class begins April 2009. TA X I AT I O N & AC C O U N T I N G H & R BLOCK TAX SCHOOL 465 El Camino Real, Sunnyvale (408) 720-8654 www.hrblock.com As part of a family of diverse financial services companies, H&R Block offers career opportunities tax preparers, front office, administration, and customer service.

VO C AT I O N A L C O L L E G E NORTHERN CALIFORNIA VOCATIONAL COLLEGE 143 E. Virginia St., Ste. C, San Jose (408) 971-6282 www.ncvcollege.com Northern California Vocational College offers training with all programs required state licensed or locally permit required: CNA/HHA (Certified Nurse Assistant/ Home Health Aid), Massage Therapy, Chiropractic Assistant, Cosmetology, Esthetician, Manicuring, Construction General B, Electrical C-10, Plumbing C-36, Landscaping C-27. Contact us today!

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THORO-BREAD ENTERTAINMENT (650) 248-3803 We provide DJ services for all occasions, and offer a wide range of music, including today’s greatest hits, hiphop, reggae, dancehall, soul, oldies, Spanish music and much more. So next time you’re thinking about having a party, give us a call and leave the music to us! FLORIST

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C AT E R I N G A. ANGELA MARIE CATERING 15466 Los Gatos Blvd. Ste. 111, Los Gatos (408) 356-5768 www.angelamariecatering.com A. Angela Marie Catering is a full-service company with one simple specialty: making occasions that involve food special. At A. Angela Marie, when we say “full service catering,” we mean exactly that. You can call on us for virtually any event and every level of food and service from a backyard barbecue to planning and executing a Golden Anniversary party that involves a four-course sit-down dinner for hundreds of people, A. Angela Marie can handle it all. S A L O N S , S PA S & M A K E U P

CATERMAN CATERING 452 Reynolds Circle, San Jose, (408) 441- 8719 www.catermancatering.com Winner of the “The Best Catering of San Jose for 2008” award by the US Local Business Association. Let Caterman Catering prepare and serve delicious gourmet dinners, fun corporate BBQs, elegant weddings, refreshing company breakfasts and spectacular gala events, just to name a few. FLOWER FLOUR EUROPEAN FLORAL CAFÉ 896 Willow Street San Jose (408) 279-0843 www.Flower-Flour.com We are an award-winning European floral bakery and café specializing in wedding cakes and flowers. Come in and be enchanted by our French charm!

SHANGRI-LA LOTUS 413-A Monterey Avenue, Los Gatos (408) 354-5901 www.jennysbeauty.com Look your very best for your day. We provide the perfect makeup for your entire wedding party – bride, attendants and both mothers. Flawless makeup complements your dress and location, allowing your photographer/videographer to provide you with the best memories. Whether you come to us or we come to you, everything will be done to your satisfaction. T R A N S P O R TAT I O N PHOTOGRAPHER

DESIGN WITH FLOWERS 897 Independence Ave., #2F, Mountain View (650) 254-1810 www.designwithflowers.com Design with Flowers gathers floral colors and textures in unusual combinations to create lasting memories for weddings and events. We are a floral studio with training in European and Asian design. For an appointment call or email us at ralles@ designwithflowers.com. GOWNS & TUXEDOS

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E N T E R TA I N M E N T SAN JOSE DJ 1177 Branham Ln., Ste. 237, San Jose (408) 365-8282 www.sanjosedj.com Weddings are my specialty! I have over 25 years of experience and can be depended upon to do an outstanding job as the DJ and Master of Ceremonies at your wedding. My clients will testify to that. I personally perform all engagements to assure the attainment of the highest standards of performance my clients have a right to expect. Music is customized music for each wedding. My extensive music library can accommodate all ethnic groups. I specialize in providing the best pop, Mexican, Latin, Italian, Portuguese, Irish, German and Filipino ever recorded!

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300 - San Jose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Accu Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Allied Arts Guild. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Amber India . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Aquarium Showroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Australian Tanning Co., The . . . . . . . 27 AVA Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 A Visionary Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Axis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 Ayurvastram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Ballet San Jose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Ballet San Jose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Bank, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Basin, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Bay Dental. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Birk’s Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Blinky’s Can’t Say. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Blue Pheasant Lounge . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Braces for Pretty Faces . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Branham Lounge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Breast Cancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Camera Cinemas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Capers Eat & Drink. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Cars for Kids. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Children’s Discovery Museum. . . . . . 66 Chris’ Whale Watching. . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Cinelux Theatres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 City Heights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Clean Solar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Continental Lenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Counter, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Crab Landing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Crowne Plaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 DeAnza College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Dive Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Downtown San Mateo Association . .43 Dr. Hoang K. Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Dr. Robert Ferguson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Dr. Tony H. Pham, M.D.. . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Early Learning Institute . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Edge Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Electric Green Showroom . . . . . . . . . 20 Emerge MediSpa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Emerge MediSpa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Eternal Beauty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 eWomen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Fahrenheit Ultralounge . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Faultline Brewing Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 FC Gold Pride. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 FC Gold Pride. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Fibbar Magee’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Fish Market Restaurant, The. . . . . . . 39 Five Branches University . . . . . . . . . . 66 Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse. . . . . . . 39 Foxy Avenue Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Gentle Remedy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Ghosts of Girlfriends Past . . . . . . . . . .55

Goosetown Lounge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 green feat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grill ‘Em Steakhouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Grill on the alley, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Half Moon Bay Brewing Company. . .37 Happi House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Harv’s Car Wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Houseboats.ccom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 House of Genji. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Humane Society Silicon Valley. . . . . .10 Infobayarea.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Intel Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Island Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Jane Aesthetic Medicine & Surgery. . .4 Japantown. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Journaling Jenius. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Kaiser Permanente Cosmetic Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Kepler Learning Center. . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Kiddie Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 KidsArt - Los Altos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Kimberly Cockerham M.D.. . . . . . . . . 27 La Paloma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Las Madres Neighborhood Playground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Lee’s Sandwiches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Lekha School of Creative Writing. . . 65 Limon Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Little Gym, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Little Musician Company. . . . . . . . . . 60 LJM Legal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Loft Bar & Bistro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Los Gatos Lodge Bar & Grill . . . . . . . . 45 Loui Loui Steakhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Magic Tan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Maple Tree Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Mariani’s Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Mariott - San Francisco Airport . . . . .12 Marketplace - Career Training . . . . . 72 Marketplace - Home Improvement. 72 Marketplace - Wedding Services. . . 73 Massage Envy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 MathScore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Merlion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Mexicali Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Miramar Events - A La Carte & Art. . 57 Mix 106.5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Molly Magee’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Music of Hope. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Naturell Clean. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 New Image European Skin Care & Day Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Nickel City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Nirvana. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Ocean Blue Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Opal’z . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Organic In Home Cooking . . . . . . . . . 46

Palo Alto Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Patio Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Pedro’s Restuarant & Cantina. . . . . . .49 Pinn Brothers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 Plant 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Pleasures from the Heart. . . . . . . . . . 23 Pompeii Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 ProFlowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 ProFlowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 ProFlowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Prospera Lending & Associates . . . . 71 Ristorante Don Giovanni . . . . . . . . . . .49 Roaring Camp Railroads. . . . . . . . . . . 63 Rosemary & Thyme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum. . . . . . .6 Rosie McCann’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Rubicon Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Safe Green Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 San Carlos Podiatry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Sanctuary Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 San Francisco Herb and Natural Food Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 San Jose Athletic Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 San Jose Box Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 San Jose Downtown Association . . . . .9 San Jose Earthquakes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 San Jose Earthquakes. . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Santa Clara Men’s Basketball . . . . . . 67 Saratoga Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Scandalous Salon & Boutique. . . . . . .32 SCVURPPP / Watershed Watch. . . . . .19 SF Reptile Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Silvercreek Sportsplex . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Silvercreek Sportsplex . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Sip Cafe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Soula Power yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 South County Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Spa Joli at University Mission Medical Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Spencer’s Steakhouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Sports Basement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 SuperSlow Zone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Ted D Bare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Tessora’s Barra di Vino . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Thaiphoon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Vegetarian House International . . . .37 Wahoo’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Westpark Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 West Valley College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 West Valley College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Westwood Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Wine Cellar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Wine Room, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Wings of History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 W Silicon Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Yellow Cab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

PHOTO CREDITS

1, Jesse Cool / By Chris Schmauch, 3, Ballet San Jose / Courtesy of Ballet San Jose, Jeans at Crossroads / By Chris Schmauch, Earth Dew Drop on Leaf / Courtesy of iStock, EARTH movie / Courtesy of BBC Worldwide, Eco Yard / By Chris Schmauch, Jesse Cool / By Chris Schmauch, Boy with kite / Courtesy of iStock, Emiko Oye LEGO bracelet / Courtesy of Palo Alto Art Center, Patrice O’Neal / Courtesy of Improv, Project P.U.M.A / Courtesy of auto blog, 6, Bauers Wi-Drive bus / Courtesy of Bauers, Bianchi San Jose / Courtesy of Bianchi USA, G3000 LX scooter / Courtesy of Current Moves, Project P.U.M.A / Courtesy of auto blog, Tesla Roadster / Courtesy of Tesla, 8, Suntrain / Courtesy of Suntrain USA, Dean Takahashi / By Chris Schmauch, OnLive MicroConsole / Courtesy of OnLive, 11, A La Carte & Art festival / Courtesy of Miramar Events, 13, HSSV Animal Community Center / Courtesy of HSSV, Mama Mio Congratulations Kit / Courtesy of Mama Mio, 14, Emiko Oye LEGO earrings / Courtesy of Palo Alto Art Center, Emiko Oye LEGO bracelet / Courtesy of Palo Alto Art Center, Simply Organic cook book / Courtesy of Chronicle Books, Earth Dew Drop on Leaf / Courtesy of iStock, Café eGo / Courtesy of Current Moves, Cypress Hotel & Park Place / Courtesy of Antonio Flores, 16, Green cleaning items / Courtesy of iStock, 17, HSSV Lobby / Courtesy of HSSV, Soap making at Opal’z / Courtesy of Opal’z, 18, Reclaim Home store / By Michele Lee Willson, 20, Jeans at Crossroads / By Chris Schmauch, Alta / By Chris Schmauch, LaBelle makeup area / Courtesy of LaBelle Day Spa, 23, Harmonie European Day Spa / By Chris Schmauch, 24, Dr. Robert Ferguson / By Chris Schmauch, Foxy Avenue Clips team / Courtesy of Foxy Avenue Clips, 26, Shen Yun Divine performance / Courtesy of New Tang Dynasty TV, 28, St. Lawrence String Quartet / Courtesy of Christian Steiner, 30, AMA Superbike / Courtesy of Stephen Scharf, 34, Boy with kite / Courtesy of iStock, William Elliott Whitmore / Courtesy of Southern Records, 35, Jesse Cool and her garden / By Chris Schmauch, Calafia / By Chris Schmauch, 36, Fish Market / By Chris Schmauch, 40, Pedro’s Restaurant & Cantina / By Jon Ross, 46, Patrice O’Neal / Courtesy of Improv, Cold War Kids / Courtesy of Press Here Publicity, 48, The Wine Room / Courtesy of The Wine Room, 50, EARTH movie / Courtesy of BBC Worldwide, 51, Art sculpture: Secret / Courtesy of Fabienne Bismuth, 54, Jon Nakamatsu / Courtesy of Jon Nakamatsu, 56, Ballet San Jose / Courtesy of Ballet San Jose, Kiddie Academy / Courtesy of Kiddie Academy, 58, A La Carte & Art / Courtesy of Miramar Events, 60, Shot bottles / Courtesy of Green to Grow, 63, Baby Conor / Courtesy of Matt & Dawna, 62, Paul Frank & Bugaboo baby gear / Courtesy of Bugaboo, 64, PlanToys Wooden Elephant / By Chris Schmauch, 68, Indy the Horse / By Chris Schmauch, 70, Eco Yard / By Chris Schmauch, 72, Staging by Karen Dayton / Courtesy of Karen Dayton, 74, Seanbaby / By Chris Schmauch

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