Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce

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March 2, 2010

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Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce News
    Sponsored By  
   El Camino Hospital 
March 9, 2010 
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In This Issue
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings
Welcome Our New Members
Members Offering Educational Opportunities
Upcoming Member Events
Winery & Wine Related News

UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

 
Cambric of Los Gatos celebrates their move to a new & bigger location at 100 N. Santa Cruz Ave. March 20, at 11 AM  
 
We've Got Your Back celebrates their grand opening on March 26 at 5 PM.  They are located at 114 Royce Street.
 
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Enoteca La Storia invites you to their ribbon cutting celebration on April 7 at 5PM  They are opening soon at
416 N. Santa Cruz Ave.
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Urban Sleep Store
 
MARK YOUR CALENDAR & MAKE YOUR RESERVATION
Moore Dealership, 1951
 
 
Chamber Mixer
March 25th
5:30 - 7 PM
 
 Moore Pontiac Buick GMC, 15500 Los Gatos Blvd.
 
 Call the office - 408.354.9300 to make your reservation.
NOMINATE THE 2010 BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR
 
Award 
The Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2010 Business Person of the Year Award.  The award recognizes the outstanding business person or professional whose contributions have made significant and beneficial impacts on the Los Gatos community.  Its purpose is to identify and honor that successful business or professional person who enhances the business climate in Los Gatos while encouraging other business or professional people to become role models in our community.
 
Applications are available at the Chamber office and on our website.  
WELCOME OUR NEW MEMBERS 
 
Huber Business Group(Consulting & Marketing)
P.O. Box 1584
Los Gatos,  CA 95031
408.356.0209
www.huberbusinessgroup.com 
Contact:  Jim Huber
jim.huber@huberbusinessgroup.com
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Trivani International(Non-Profit)
23486 Summit Road
Los Gatos,  CA  95033
408.402.3088
www.mytrivani.com 
Contact:  Kathy Kelley
benefitsthechildren@gmail.com
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Real Estate Connections
15495 Los Gatos Blvd. #9
Los Gatos, CA 95032
408.873.2100
Contact:  Bob Catalano
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MEMBERS OFFERING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO THE COMMUNITY 

El Camino Hospital Los Gatos Conference Center, 815 Pollard Road, Los Gatos
Your Breast Defense:  Screening Options for Every Woman
Tuesday, March 9, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Find out what you need to know to make an informed decision about when and how often to have a mammogram. Get the latest information about breast screening options, including digital mammography. Our panel of physicians will discuss the newest information and answer your questions on the subject.
  
Also be one of the first to sign up for our first annual Mammo Marathon, April 9 -10. Learn more about this FREE screening event and reserve your spot!
To register please call 800-216-5556.
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We've Got Your Back, 114 Royce St. Ste. 114 has some informative speakers lined up for you: 
March 11th, "Simple Life Changes for Pain Relief"
March 17th, "8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back"
March 25th, "Introduction to Rolfing".
All talks are from 6:30-7:30 PM
For more information Call 408.395.1122 or visit www.back2active.com  
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AAUW  (American Association of University Women), Saratoga Library Community Room, 13650 Saratoga Ave 
March 27th,  "Charter School", 10 AM, Speaker:  Susan Hammer
For more information call 408.356.6016 
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UPCOMING MEMBER EVENTS CALENDAR
 
calendarMarch 13   -  Poetic Cellars Winery, "Rhone Rapsody", 5000 N, Rodeo Gulch Rd., Soquel. 
 
March 17  -  C.B. Hannigan's St. Patrick's Day Festival, 208 Bachman Ave.  For information 408.395.1233 or visit www.cbhannegans.com
 
 March 19 - Sunset Concerts at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 20 University Ave.  Buy tickets on line www.stlukeslg.org  
 
 March 20  -  Wine and Jazz Night,  4-8 PM, The Mountain Winery and the Los Gatos Community Foundation.For information go to www.mountainwinery.com 
March 21  -  Los Gatos Community Concert,  Los Gatos High School, 20 High School Court.  For information: www.lgcca.org 
 
March 27  -  Annual Bunny Fun Hunt,  Los Gatos High School front lawn 10 AM to 1 PM.  Carnival games, Food Booths, Fun Jumps, Pony Rides and FREE egg hunt.  For more information call 408.354.8700 or visit  www.lgsrecreation.org 

The Town of Los Gatos celebrates its 30th year as a Tree City USA.  All are invited to join the Town of Los Gatos for a Tree Planting Ceremony on Friday, April 10th at 10 AM at Belgatos Park, 330 Belgatos Lane.  
To celebrate its 30th Tree City USA  Award, the Town will plant 30 trees at deignated park locations.  For additional information contact Parks & Public Works at 399.57676
 
The History Club of Los Gatos presents "Fashions by Chico's", April 21st.  Tickets $35 includes luncheon.  Proceeds benefit Next Door, Solutions to Domestic Violence.  For more information: 408.265.2535 or 408.226.6365 or email: cmartinmel@gmail.com or theresewiese@gmail.com
 
Presentation Center, 19480 Bear Creek Rd. is hosting their 30th Annual Spring Gala & Auction, "Past to Present" on April 24th,  starting at 5:45 PM. All proceeds go toward improving their aging water system.  For more information call 408.354.2346 x203 or visit 1crossland@presentationcenter.org. 
WINERY & WINE RELATED SPECIAL EVENTS & NEWS
 
March 12:  Fortino Winery, 4525 Hecker Pass Hwy, Gilroy,  celebrates Girls Night Out! The theme is "Going to the Chapel" so come dressed in your old bridesmaid dress, a mother of the bride/groom dress or even an wedding dress.  Go ahead and be creative!
6:30-9:30 PM.  Call 408-842-3305 for details
Vineyard
 
March 13: "Rhone Rhapsody" at  Poetic Cellars, noon to 5pm. Unveiling of new Rhone blend, "Mantra." Special pricing on all Rhones, including the highly acclaimed Mourvedre.
 
March 13: Loma Prieta - view the new Jude Bischoff painting of the spectacular winery vista. Enjoy the new 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 Saveria Pinot, $40 for the month of March (reg $50)
 
March 13th and 14th - 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Fleming Jenkins Tasting Room, 45 W. Main Street - visit thetasting room to get your very own ready-to-plant Chardonnay canes from Greg and Peggy's home vineyard. These canes, which are about a foot long, can be planted in your yard or planter boxes and are a great conversation piece. In addition to complimentary canes, you will receive instructions on how to take care of the shoots and leaves that grow from it. 
 
March 13 & 14, 20 & 21, 27 &28: Futures tasting and purchase at  Burrell School for Club members only.
 
The French Cellar , 32 E. Main Street offers an array of wine appreciation classes.  On March 17 the class will focus on the Red Wines of Burgundy.  On March 31 learn about the Wines of Bordeaux. Classes begin at 7 PM for approximately 2 hours and are limited to 16 participants. A selection of French cheeses, pâté and fruit will be served buffet-style for your enjoyment and to relate the wine to food during your tasting. For reservations or more information call 408.354.0993
 
March 21:  Regale Winery & Vineyards invites you to don an apron, grab a glass of wine and with the instruction of Chef Bruce Finch, help chop, sauté and sizzle your way to enjoying a delightful meal! Class is from 3-6 PM. The menu will focus on French Provencial cuisine.  Cost is $150 per person ($125 for club members) and the class size is very limited. Call 408-353-2500, extension 102, or email ashley@regalewine.com for tickets.  (There will be another culinary class - Mediterranean Cuisine- on April 18th.)
Regale has also set the date for its Official Grand Opening Party - Saturday, May 15th from noon to 5.  More details will follow but you can purchase your tickets now by contacting Ashley  at 408-353-2500, extension 102, or email ashley@regalewine.com for tickets.
 
March 27 & 28   -  Pinot Paradise in the Santa Cruz Mts.  Tour local wineries participating in Pinot Pathway with barrel samples, library wines & new releases.  For information: www.scmwa.com/pinotparadise.htm

 March is Pinot Paradise Month! Pinots at all wineries participating in Pinot Paradise are 10% off.
Chamber members - If you have a special event that you would like to see listed in our E-Newsletter, please send the details to ronee@losgatoschamber.com and marie@losgatoschamber.com. Please be sure to include the date and time of the event as well as contact information. 
 
The "member news" edition comes out the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month.  Please submit your information by the first of the month to allow us ample time to prepare the publication.  We appreciate your cooperation.


Future Events: Dates

Biz Break 
March 2
California Cafe
 
Mixer
March 25
Moore Pontiac Buick GMC

 





Ronee Nassi, Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce
408-354-9300