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Do you remember those Sounds of Summer that still can make your heart skip a beat? Up and down the streets, all summer long, there were certain sounds reminding us that it really was summer and there was reason to smile. From splashing to crickets and fireworks; from bike bells and sizzling grills to baseball games; and finally to live music. We look forward to this beautiful noise. Perhaps this summer will be even more special, as live music has been rather quiet the last few years. So, let’s get ready and embrace all of these sounds on our horizon. Los Gatos is ready.
Get your calendars out and mark these dates:
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We welcome back the The Promenades. Every Thursday evening beginning June 16th – August 4th, N. Santa Cruz Ave. will be for pedestrians only. Everyone, all ages, are invited to promenade- enjoy live music, food and fun in Downtown Los Gatos. Bring the whole family. Kids’ activities will happen between 5- 8 pm. Music begins on the North Stage at 5:30 pm and at 6:30pm on the South Stage. Grab a bite to eat from one of our great restaurants and shop in our great shops that will stay open late. For more information and the band line up click here.
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Two weeks later, on Wednesday, June 29th, Jazz on the Plazz will make its grand entrance back into town and into our hearts. How we have missed you! This year, this renowned music series will be dedicated to the great American composer, bandleader, songwriter, and lifelong humanitarian - Dave Brubeck. Music will start at 6:30 pm and last for two hours. Bring a picnic dinner or pick one up from participating restaurants and join with other locals for fun at the Town Plaza Park. Concerts will happen every Wednesday evening through August 17th. For details click here.
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Our last series of the summer will be Music in the Park. Beginning on Sunday, July 17th and running through August 21, these concerts will delight all families between 5 -7 pm on Sunday evenings on the Civic Center Lawn. We encourage you to bring a picnic dinner, enjoy the warm summer sunshine and dance the early evening away.
Readers, plan accordingly and pace yourselves. Along with these music series, there is other live music throughout Town that is on-going. Please see the list below.
In other news, three cheers for the Town Planning Commission who finished deliberations on the draft General Plan 2040. Now, the Council will consider the Plan, the EIR and the Planning Commission’s proposed changes. While there is some controversy regarding the number of proposed housing units in town, the Chamber is confident that Council members will take all facts and opinions into consideration. We anticipate seeing the final result soon!
Let’s Mix and Mingle – there are Derby Parties this weekend along with a Red Ribbon Cutting at the new Montebello Market. Congratulations to the crew running the show there. The place looks fabulous.
Thanks to Gali Winery for hosting our April Mixer. We are fortunate to have you in Town. This month we will network at Spenga on Wednesday, May 25th. At the same time we will celebrate their Grand Opening with a Red Ribbon Cutting Celebration.
Summer awaits us. May you anticipate the sounds with excitement and joy. We certainly do need some joy right now.
Cheers.
Catherine
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Sounds of Summer!
The Promenade, Jazz on the Plazz, Music in the Park
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The Promenades, every Thursday evening, 5- 9 pm beginning June 16th through August 4th (but not June 30). North Santa Cruz Ave will be closed to through traffic allowing for everyone to promenade, enjoy live music, food and fun in Downtown Los Gatos. Bring the whole family. Kids’ activities will happen between 5- 8 pm. Music begins on the North Stage at 5:30 pm and on the South Stage at 6:30pm. Grab a bite to eat from one of our great restaurants and step into a few of the downtown shops that will stay open late.
Jazz on the Plazz, every Wednesday, beginning June 29, will make its grand entrance back into town and into our hearts. How we have missed you! Music will play from 6:30-8:30 pm. at Town Plaza. Bring a picnic dinner and join in the community fun.
Music in the Park. This Concert series will consist of six live performances, beginning on July 17 on the Civic Center Lawn from 5-7 pm. We encourage you to bring a picnic dinner, enjoy the warm summer sunshine and dance the early evening away.
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For info on all the music scan the QR code or click here
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Sounds of Summer Spring Soiree |
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A collaborative event between Los Gatos Music and Arts & the Chamber of Commerce celebrating the re-emergence of live music events in Los Gatos.
Featuring Evelyn & Her Vintage Ties with a 1930's Gatsby theme.
$125 per person
Testarossa Winery, 300 College Ave, LG
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Ribbon Cutting and Derby Party
at Montebello Market
Saturday, May 7, 3pm
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9 Montebello Way, Los Gatos |
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Join us to welcome Montebello Market and enjoy the Kentucky Derby! We'll have a red ribbon cutting at 3pm with Mayor Rob Rennie.
Don your dandiest hats and work up your appetite for some good old fashioned horse racing—we're going to the Kentucky Derby.
Saunter into Montebello Market's first-ever event on May 7th for an afternoon of Southern fashion, fare, and fun, including a live performance from Jokers & Thieves and an after party at Charley's LG.
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Mixer and Ribbon Cutting at Spenga
Wednesday, May 25 at 5pm
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Join us as we welcome Spenga to Los Gatos! The mayor will cut the ribbon at 5pm, then we'll have a networking mixer. Tour the studio, meet the staff and get to know the newest fitness center in Los Gatos.
The best spin, strength training, and yoga workout in Los Gatos and the surrounding area.
Welcome to an unrivaled fitness experience. Unlike any gym or studio of its kind, SPENGA combines the three pillars of fitness to create what's simply known as the best workout ever. This unique concept fills a void by delivering cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility in every group training session, through a combination of spin, strength training, and yoga.
155050 Los Gatos Boulevard, LG
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$5 for Members
$20 for guests and non members
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Los Gatos Gateway Project |
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The new gateway at Highway 9 and N. Santa Cruz will complete a welcoming and inviting passage into downtown Los Gatos. Community members who support at the $1000 level and up will have their names on the wall, cementing their Los Gatos legacy forever.
Project coordination by the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce.
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Click below or scan the QR code to donate.
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Town of Los Gatos Happenings |
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The Balancing Act tool is a simulator for locating potential housing sites as part of the Town's Housing Element Update.
Your choices, completed through the Balancing Act tool, will be provided to the Housing Element Advisory Board for discussion at their meetings and for the Site Selection process for future housing opportunities.
The Balancing Act Tool is now available on the Town's Housing Element Update.
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The Town recently completed the Community Assessment Survey for Older Adults (CASOA)TM, which provides a statistically valid survey of the strengths and needs of older adults as reported by older adults themselves.
This report is intended to enable the Town, community-based organizations, the private sector and other community members to understand more thoroughly and predict more accurately the services and resources required to serve an aging population. With this data, stakeholders can shape public policy, educate the public and assist communities and organizations in their efforts to sustain a high quality of life for older adults.
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2022-23 Directory & Local Guide |
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Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce will produce our Directory & Local Guide in the fall of 2022. This Directory, will be mailed to over 15,000 households in Los Gatos and Monte Sereno, inside Los Gatos Magazine’s Fall issue. In addition, we keep it stocked at all the hotels, real estate offices and our office.
This is a great advertising value! Reserve your space today.
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Contact Randi for more information. |
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17,000 Directories distributed:
- Mailed to over 15,000 households in Los Gatos & Monte Sereno.
- Every hotel room in Los Gatos
- Visitors
- Realtor Estate Offices
- Newcomers & Relocation packets
- Chamber members
Distribution is scheduled for September 2022.
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Community & Member Events |
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West Valley
Community Services
May 5
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NUMU and Mosaic America invite the community to envision and work towards creating a mosaic of American cultures, weaving a thread of authentic representation through History, Identities, and Cultures.
Performances by Anouk Yeh, Selina Chen, Antara Asthaayi Dance, Ensamble Folclórico Colibrí, Tabia African-American Theatre Ensemble, and Los Gatos Ballet.
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NUMU - New Museum Los Gatos
May 7
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Kiwanis Special Games
May 13
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Los Gatos Lions Club
Date Night May 14
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Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation |
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Alliance Française
Silicon Valley
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Need information from one of our past newsletters? Click below for the last 3-4 months (before that email us).
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