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Embracing challenges: the drought of ’09

June 5, 2009

As all readers know, the world has been full of challenges the

Why Wal-Mart Instead of Whole Foods?

October 16, 2007

With their decision to open a "mini" Supercenter in Morgan Hill, Wal-Mart officials have managed to irk people at both ends of South County.

Celebrating national Friends of Libraries Week

October 23, 2007

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Locals to honor war dead

May 18, 2011

Americans will observe Memorial Day on May 30. It may be

The San Martin 4-H club celebrated a birthday last Saturday night. Peg and I were invited to their party to mark 65 years of youth activities. Most everyone knows about 4-H, but I’ll bet a lot of you don’t know about all the activities this organization has for its members. There’s a lot more than just working with farm animals at the County Fair.

Thoughts regarding the best inventions ‘since sliced bread’

January 18, 2013

There is great news for all of us. In a recent news release, I learned that the greatest invention “since sliced bread” has been announced. Well, it turned out to be a play on words. This invention was something that kept bread from turning moldy. Now that’s important to some, I guess. But does it qualify as one of the greatest inventions? I think not. Besides, I find that, if you eat the bread before it has a chance to get moldy, the problem is solved.

‘Barefoot In the Park’: A fun piece of theater

September 12, 2013

Based on Neil Simon's 1963 play that brings fun and comedy to a new area, “Barefoot In the Park” is an enjoyable comedy. It is easily digestible - especially with dinner the audience is encouraged to bring, along with wine and whatever else is desired. (But no lighted birthday candles or portable barbecues please, per city ordinances.)

Come out and enjoy Bark in the Park

August 30, 2011

It may be September, but the dog days of summer are still here.

Avoid poison oak for sake of everyone

June 19, 2012

Q: We got into a discussion the other day about hiking the hills with our dogs. There’s some poison oak on this trail we walk, so we try to avoid going to close to that area. Can our dogs get skin problems if they get into that stuff?

Jews celebrate Passover with ritual meal

Beloved saint is remembered in many ways

Homemade treats sure to make your cat purr

The family doctor: Good for what ails you

How long should you keep your statements?

Embracing challenges: the drought of ’09

Why Wal-Mart Instead of Whole Foods?

Celebrating national Friends of Libraries Week

Locals to honor war dead

4-H is more than just animals

Thoughts regarding the best inventions ‘since sliced bread’

‘Barefoot In the Park’: A fun piece of theater

Come out and enjoy Bark in the Park

Avoid poison oak for sake of everyone

Religion Today: All invited to ‘You can’t take it with you’

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