Events
Burrell School Winery
April Events
Burrell School Vineyards and Winery will host a closing reception with local artists Kimberly Parrish and Don Lobner on Saturday, April 4, from 1 to 4 p.m. Their artwork has been on display…
By Rich Leonetti · Page 6
Cups of Yoga
Beltane Sound Bath
Celebrate the energy of Beltane, the ancient May Day fire festival that marks the blossoming of spring and the approach of summer. Cups of Yoga invites you to join us on Saturday, April 25…
By Jaime Domond · Page 7
Community
Los Gatos Farms
Farm and Adventure Camp
At Los Gatos Farms, our Farm and Adventure Camp is where big laughs, muddy shoes, brave moments, and fun are abundant. We invite children ages five to 12 to unplug and explore in our farm…
By Toni Kent · Page 8
Alma Equine
Summer Camps
Alma Equine and ArtHouse Studio offer multi-faceted summer camps that include creativity projects, nature hikes, and experiences with horses. In June, we will offer a tuition-free camp for…
By Katja Wick · Page 10
Redwood Estates Pool
Lifeguards Wanted
Redwood Estates Services Association (RESA) is hiring lifeguards for the upcoming 2026 pool season. Come be a part of the community, meet new friends, and earn excellent wages. This job…
By Jeffrey Bates · Page 11
Skyland Firewise
Progress
In late February, Miles Wynn announced at a Skyland Firewise meeting that the has met all requirements to be approved for the 2026 calendar year. Our three-year project list is in…
By Nancy Cole · Page 12
Nature
Friends of Bear Creek Stables
MidPen Agreement Approved
In late February, the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District approved an agreement with Friends of Bear Creek Stables (FBCS), to transform the historic stables into a public educational…
By Kathy McKinney · Page 9
Exploring
A Hidden Treasure
Coal Mine Ridge Nature Preserve
Forty years ago, I was exploring the Bay Area in my new white Mustang convertible. My map showed me a road up to Skyline Blvd called Alpine. I was nearing the summit when my car sunk a…
By Neil Wiley · Page 18
Mount Diablo. Other trails offer views to
the southwest, including the hills of the — neighboring Midpen’s Windy Hill Open
The trails I took offered mild climbs on shaded single-tracks. Maples and oaks provided excellent shade and soft, leafy paths. It was a pleasant and comfortable environment with some…
By Space Preserve. · Page 19
History
J. W. Lyndon
The Father of Los Gatos
The life of J.W. Lyndon truly epitomizes the “rags to riches” story. John Weldon Lyndon, the eldest of seven children, was born in Quebec, Canada, in 1836. The family moved to Vermont in…
By Debra Staab · Page 20
Schools
Love and Dedication
Convention and Bus Tour — Jessie Thorsen
Preschool and Mountain School proudly welcomed over 150 early- childhood educators from across California. They were official host sites during the recent California Council of Parent…
By Building Blocks Cooperative · Page 24
Summit Road
San Jose-
Summit Store Call or text us at: 408-353-1191 Email: bclayoffice@gmail.com 24900 Highland Way, Los Gatos, CA 95033 Lakeside School News Kathy McKinney In March, Lakeside students enjoyed an…
By Soquel Road · Page 26
Mountain School
Save the date for Mountain School’s annual May Day celebration on Sunday, May 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event will be at the little red schoolhouse on the Lakeside School campus, 19621…
By Amanda Demers · Page 27
Lexington School News
Multilingualism Week took place in February. Lexington dedicated a week to the importance of learning and appreciating languages. As an IB PYP school, offering an additional language is a…
By Jason Deppong · Page 28