Today, Wednesday, March 31, 2010 is a state holiday in California and 8 other states, in commemoration of Cesar Chavez, co-founded the National Farm Workers Association, which later became the United Farm Workers (UFW).   Supporters say his work led to numerous improvements in the working and living conditions of farm laborers.
Many parks, cultural centers, libraries, schools, [...]

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New Villages are blossoming like flowers throughout the United States.  No, I’m not referring to new towns.
Villages are new consumer driven, self-governing, non-profit organizations run by volunteers and staff that coordinate programs and affordable services for members who wish to stay in their home and community as they age.  See my earlier blog post for [...]

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This Sunday, March 28, 2010 at 1PM the Saratoga Historical Foundation is having a free public reception for an opening artist’s exhibit entitled “Saratoga Landmarks – Through An Artist’s Eyes”.  The museum is located at 20450 Saratoga-Los Gatos Road in Saratoga.  The exhibit of watercolor paintings will be on display through May 31;  limited hours [...]

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The Federal Reserve has been purchasing mortgage-backed securities guaranteed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac since early last year.  The purchase program has helped maintain low interest rates for borrowers in Silicon Valley.  As planned, the Fed last week announced it will stop purchasing these securities at the end of this month.  [...]

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Mark your calendars.  On Sunday, April 11, 2010 the Saratoga Village Development Council (SVDC) will host a fundraiser dinner: “Savor Saratoga: Wine & Wisteria” at Hakone, the National Trust historic Japanese Garden just up Big Basin Way from the Village.  The time is from 5 to 7:30 PM and only 150 tickets will be sold at $35 [...]

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