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HIGHLIGHTS THIS MONTH:FOURTH OF JULY EVENTS: Where to Celebrate Independence Day [5]

STANFORD JAZZ FESTIVAL: A Summer Line-Up of Jazz Greats [7]MUSIC@MENLO: Chamber Music Festival Offers Russian Reflections [10]

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LOCATION/INFO201 S. Market St., San Jose(408) 294-8324www.thetech.org

the tech Museum of innovation in downtown san Jose has openedBioDesign Studio, the nation’s first interactive exhibit on synthetic biol-ogy. the experience invites visitors to create their own colorful mix ofDNA; build a creature out of one-of-a kind blocks and unleash it into agiant digital world; customize the pattern of a bear’s fur; and more.

“We want to help people learn more about synthetic biology—withoutthem even realizing it,” said romie littrell, curator and director for healthand biotech projects at the tech. “this exhibit will give people the con-fidence to explore biology and have that experience of creation. biologyis supposed to be fun, and this is all about thoughtful play.”

Visitors will walk away with a deeper understanding of the world’s mostcomplex technology—biology—especially after stopping by the hands-on biotinkering lab, where they can turn agricultural waste andmycelium into sustainable building materials, among other activities. theexhibit also explores some of the real-world ways biotechnology, one ofthe hottest fields in silicon Valley, is changing how we live.

scientists, geneticists and educators from NAsA, stanford, uCsF, gen-space, Mycoworks and others helped the tech decide what conceptsto include in the exhibit. the goal is to spark a sense of wonder aboutbiology and its uses in the modern world.

bioDesign studio is one of dozens of experiences at the tech designedto inspire the innovator in everyone. others include:● in Cyber Detectives, pick up important skills to stay safe online, thensolve a cyber mystery.● in Social Robots, visitors build (and accessorize!) their own robots. ● The Tech Studio offers a rotation of challenges that get the creativejuices flowing, like harnessing wind power to transport 3D-printed cup-cakes or designing apps to solve a social problem. ● Creative Collisions, a new evening event series, brings together themakers and shakers of silicon Valley for one-of-a-kind experiences. ● At Body Metrics, visitors can check out wearable sensor kits and trackand manipulate their own biometric data. the tech also features Northern California’s largest iMAx dome screen.Visit online for iMAx showtimes, special events and exhibit information.

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festiVAls & showsJuly 4: pAlo Alto summeR festiVAl And chili cook-off.give your taste buds a flavorfuljolt with an array of chili delicaciesprepared by teams of chefs bat-tling for the championship, plusenjoy live music, dancing andmore. 12-5pm. (Palo Alto: MitchellPark, 600 E. Meadow Dr.; cityof-paloalto.org)

July 8, 22, 23: ARt on thesquARe. this annual outdoorsummer event showcases artworkby local artists. browse original

July 9-10: oBon festiVAl.Japantown’s largest annual festivalfeatures food booths, costumeddancers, games, cultural exhibitsand demonstrations and live music,as well as a performance by sanJose taiko. sat, 11:30am-10pm;sun, 11:30am-8pm. (San Jose: SanJose Buddhist Church Betsuin, 640N. 5th St.; 408/293-9292)

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BRew mAniA... The ultimate zythophile (aka beer-lover) event,silicon VAlley BeeR week (July 22-30) celebrates the re-gion’s vibrant brewing and culinary traditions. Featuring a super-abundance of venues, restaurants and breweries that arepassionate about craft beer, it allows for both aficionados andcurious novices to explore and experience a variety of brewstyles. The week kicks off with an opening party (July 22) fol-lowed by hosted brewlicious events throughout the area, includ-ing tap takeovers, food pairings, seminars, demonstrations,brewmaster’s dinners, new release nights, and live music. Otherexclusive events feature a beer walk at Santana Row (July 27)and the SourFest 7.0 (July 30), featuring 20 sour beers on draft.See website for complete schedule and times. (Downtown SanJose: various venues; svbeerweek.com)

paintings, photography, jewelry,glass, ceramics and more at afford-able prices while enjoying live entertainment and food. Fri, 5-8:30pm; sat, 12-7pm. (RedwoodCity: Courthouse Square, 2200Broadway St.; 650/780-7000)

July 9-10: los Altos ARt &wine festiVAl. At this annualstreet festival, peruse originalworks by local and national artists,enjoy free live music, savor selectwines from local vintners and tastea variety of cuisines. Kid-friendlyactivities are offered too. 10am-6pm. (Downtown Los Altos: Main &State Sts.; 650/949-5282)

July 9-10: pAlo Alto clAy &glAss festiVAl. this free, fun-filled celebration of clay and glassfeatures 150 juried artists display-ing their fine and functional artworks. Meet the artists and enjoya variety of engaging activities, including hands-on pottery makingand wheel-throwing demonstra-tions. 10am-5pm. (Palo Alto: PaloAlto Art Center, 1313 Newell Rd.;clayglassfestival.com)

Palo alto Clay & Glass Festival(July 9-10): DaviD stroCk Glass

obon Festival


July 10: stRAngeRs cAR show& BBq. Pre-1966 vintage Ameri-can-made hot rods and custom-based vehicles are displayed at thisannual car show. 11am-4pm. (SanJose: History Park at Kelley Park,1650 Senter Rd.; 408/287-2290)

July 16-17: menlo summeR-fest. Celebrate the season at thislively outdoor festival with gour-met foods, specialty drinks, con-temporary and fine arts and craftsbooths by 200 top artists, live mu-sical entertainment and familyamusements. 10am-7pm. (MenloPark: Santa Cruz Ave. btwn. ElCamino Real & Johnson St.;650/325-2818)

July 22-23: pAl Blues, ARts &BBq festiVAl. Featuring the bestof blues with musicians from thebay Area and beyond, this freefestival brings kenny neal, Ms.taylor P. Collins, Craig Horton,and Debraun thomas, as well asart booths, drinks and deliciousfood. Fri, 5-8:30pm; sat, 12-8pm.(Downtown Redwood City: Court-house Square, 2200 Broadway Ave.;650/556-1650)

July 29-31: gilRoy gARlic festiVAl. this annual homage tothe stinking rose includes gourmetAlley, where “pyro chefs” cook upgarlic-laced calamari and shrimpscampi in huge iron skillets, as wellas the only-in-gilroy garlic icecream. there’s also live entertain-ment on three stages, arts andcrafts, cooking contests anddemos, wine tasting, children’s playarea, and a Miss gilroy garlic Fes-tival Queen Pageant. 10am-7pm.(Gilroy: Christmas Hill Park, 7050Miller Ave.; 408/842-1625)

fouRth of July eVentsfRom old-fAshioned pARAdes And All-AmeRicAn BBq’s topAtRiotic tunes And fiRewoRks, heRe ARe some wAys tomAke this independence dAy A memoRABle one.

Enjoy a world-class fireworks display featuring music performed bysymphony silicon VAlley. 5pm. (San Jose: Discovery Meadow,180 Woz Way; 408/286-2600)

An annual concert put on by the sAn fRAncisco symphonyincludes epic music from the movies, with a special tribute to com-poser John Williams, along with American symphonic favorites thatleads up to an exhilarating fireworks display accompanied by the orchestra. 8pm. (Mountain View: Shoreline Amphitheatre, 1 Amphithe-atre Pkwy.; 650/962-1000)

rocker bryan Adams performs at the Big BAng fouRth of JulyconceRt, which includes a fireworks viewing party, food trucks,kids’ activities and more. 4-10pm. (San Jose: Center for the PerformingArts Plaza, 255 Almaden Blvd.; sjdowntown/BigBang)

Redwood city fouRth of July festiVAl brings bands, floats,food, performances, arts and crafts booths and a kid’s area to down-town redwood City. 9am-5pm (parade at 10am). (Downtown atBroadway Ave. btwn. Hamilton & Jefferson; 650/365-1825)

A fun event for the whole family, the RoARing cAmp fouRth ofJuly celeBRAtion includes games, live music, a bbQ and trainrides. gates open at 9am. (Felton: Roaring Camp, 5401 Graham HillRd.; 831/335-4484)

A revival of the historic rose Carnival of 1896, the annual Rose,white And Blue pARAde winds its way through the rose gardenneighborhood and features bands, dance groups, homemade floats,antique cars and more. Afterwards enjoy a picnic on the Alameda,with food and drink from local vendors and live music. Parade startsat 10am. (San Jose: Dana Ave. to University Ave. and The Alameda;408/436-8581)

And lastly, enjoy an afternoon of marches, popular songs and patri-otic tunes performed by the sAn Jose wind symphony. 1:15pm.(Los Gatos: Oak Meadow Park, 233 Blossom Hill Rd., 408/927-7597)

Gilroy GarliC Festival


wineRy eVents J. lohR wineRy hosts a variety ofmonthly events for the oenophile.in July, partake in a flight of fourwines paired with gourmetcheeses at wine & cheese fridays(July 8, 15, 22 & 29; 5:30pm);enjoy a guided tasting of specialtybacons paired with wines at J. lohrwine & Bacon (July 14, 6:30pm);take part in wine wednesday: Roséwines, a special class that focuseson the varietal (July 20; 7pm); andsavor an elegant five-course wine-paired dinner at J. lohr summerdinner #2: italian with chef Brucefinch (July 23, 7pm). (San Jose: J.Lohr Wine Center, 1000 LenzenAve.; 408/918-2176)

July 16: pAsspoRt dAy. Fourtimes a year, passport guests arewelcome at over 50 wineriesthroughout the idyllic santa CruzMountains where they can meetthe winemakers, sample exclusivevintages from wineries not gener-ally open to the public, and delightin discovering each winery’sunique Passport “theme.” 12-5pm.(Various locations; 831/685-8463;scmwa.com)

peRfoRmingARtssuMMer MusiC seriesthRu Aug 17: Redwood citymusic in the pARk. Free outdoorconcerts in July include: bluegrassband Bean creek (July 6);funk/soul band sinister dexter(July 13); blues singer lara price(July 20); and Celtic rock bandtempest (July 27). Wed, 6-8pm.(Redwood City: Stafford Park, KingSt. & Hopkins Ave.; 650/780-7000)

thRu Aug 24: JAzz on theplAzz. this free, open-air summerjazz series is held Wednesdays,6:30-8:30pm, in the town Plaza. in July, catch New Jazz artist laotizer (July 6); jazz vocalists nicolasBearde (July 13) and tierney sutton (July 20); and trumpet

player/singer Bria skonberg (July27). (Los Gatos: W. Main St. & SantaCruz Ave.; jazzontheplazz.com)

thRu Aug 28: los gAtos musicin the pARk. this free, outdoorconcert series is held sundays, 5-7pm, throughout the summer. Julyperformances include: high energydance covers by livewire (July 3);acoustic pop by hootenanny!(July 10); current hits and classicsby pop Rocks (July 17); a perform-ance by south bay bands by mipAll stars (July 24); and upbeatfunk/latin/reggae by extra large(July 31). (Los Gatos: Civic CenterLawn, E. Main St. & Fiesta Way;lgmip.com)

thRu sept 2: Redwood citymusic on the squARe. Fridayevenings, 6-8pm, find redwoodCity’s Courthouse square packedwith concertgoers at this annualfree music series. July perform-ances include: modern rock hitsand New Wave tribute band neonVelvet (July 1); blues band tommycastro and the painkillers (July 8);Journey tribute band Journey Revisited (July 15); blues singerterri odabi (July 22); and reggaeband native elements (July 29).(Redwood City: 2200 Broadway St.;650/780-7000)

July 10 & 24: JAzz At filoli.bring a picnic lunch and enjoy anafternoon of music in a beautifuloutdoor setting at this historic es-tate. in July, catch jazz quartetmads tolling and the mads men(July 10) and the geoffrey keezertrio performing jazz with vocalist

kenny washington (July 24).1:30pm. (Woodside: Filoli, 86Cañada Rd.; 650/364-8300)

July 14: sAn Jose music in thepARk. A single concert featuresAC/DC tribute band Ac/dshealong with five-part singing groupperforming Queen tunes, thekiller queens. 5:30pm. (San Jose:Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park; sjdowntown.com/musicinthepark)

MusiC: Jazz & otHerJuly 3: foReigneR. this popularrock act is responsible for some ofthe genre’s most enduring an-thems, including Feels Like the FirstTime and I Want to Know WhatLove Is. 7:30pm. (Saratoga: Moun-tain Winery, 14831 Pierce Rd.;408/741-2822)

July 5: lyle loVett. this texas-

reDwooD City MusiC on tHe square

riCk sPrinGFielD ( July 12)

based musician combines story-telling with a fusion of Americana,swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues.7:30pm. (Saratoga: Mountain Win-ery; 408/741-2822)

July 6-7: BRit floyd. this PinkFloyd tribute concert experience is a journey through the band’s incredible catalogue of music.7:30pm. (Saratoga: Mountain Winery; 408/741-2822)

July 7: RAscAl flAtts. Catch favorites by this grammy-winningtrio, along with a special appear-ance by rising star Kelsea ballerini.7:30pm. (Mountain View: ShorelineAmphitheatre, 1 AmphitheatrePkwy.; 650/962-1000)

July 8: g-eAzy & logic. two ofthe freshest rappers on the sceneshare the stage with hip hop superstar yg. 6:30pm. (MountainView: Shoreline Amphitheatre;650/962-1000)

July 8-9: Boston. Celebrating its40th anniversary, this iconic classicrock band performs classic songsas well as new additions to theirset list. 7:30pm. (Saratoga: Moun-tain Winery; 408/741-2822)

July 10: diAnA Ross. this con-summate performer is one of themost iconic female singers of alltime. 7:30pm. (Saratoga: MountainWinery; 408/741-2822)

July 10: AkiRA tAnA. bay Areajazz drummer tana performs worksfrom James Bond films with thesecret Agent band. 4:30pm. (HalfMoon Bay: Douglas Beach House,307 Mirada Rd.; 650/726-4143)

July 12: dixie chicks. thisgrammy-winning, top-selling all-female Country band performtheir top hits. 7pm. (MountainView: Shoreline Amphitheatre;650/962-1000)

July 12: Rick spRingfield. thisAustralian rock music icon sharesthe stage with New Wave band,the Romantics. 7pm. (Saratoga:Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Rd.; 408/961-5800)

JAzzmAtAzz... Check out some of the best live music aroundat the stAnfoRd JAzz festiVAl (thRu Aug 8), attractingover 15,000 jazz fans every summer with artistic programmingthat represents the rich history of jazz, as well as the diversityand creative fertility of the contemporary jazz scene. held onthe attractive Stanford university campus (including the pres-tigious Bing Concert hall) and put together by the StanfordJazz Workshop, this popular season-long series provides an in-formal environment in which fans, students, artists and educa-tors come together to celebrate their love of jazz. A lineup ofsure-to-be memorable performances in July feature swingingjazz by Dick Hyman and ken Peplowski (July 8); woodwind-heavy jazz band Paul McCandless and Charged Particles (July9); an Ella Fitzgerald tribute by kenny washington, bobbenorris and alex brandenburg (July 10); jazz fusion by terenceblanchard and the Collective (July 16); Afro-Cuban band yos-vany terry quintet (July 17); blues guitar and vocals by ruthDavies with ray bailey (July 20); jazzinterpretations of the music of holly-wood by victor lin (July 21); Afro-Cuban jazz legend Carlos D’l Puerto(July 23); Big Band jazz by electricsqueezebox orchestra (July 24); jazzrenditions of Stevie Wonder songs byClaytoven richardson (July 27); jazz-infused Americana by sam reiderand ben Flocks featuring silver Citybound (July 30); and classic jazz bythe billy Hart quartet (July 31). Seewebsite for times and full schedule.(Palo Alto: Stanford University cam-pus, various venues; 650/725-ARTS;stanfordjazz.org)


terenCe blanCHarD (July 16)

yosvany terry (July 17)


July 12-13: goo goo dolls.this popular rock band performssongs from their latest album,Boxes. 6:30pm. (Saratoga: Moun-tain Winery; 408/741-2822)

July 14: sting And peteRgABRiel. two of music’s mosticonic artists perform both sepa-rately and together, playing theirown songs as well as melding theirbands to explore each other’smost celebrated hits. 8pm. (SanJose: SAP Center, 525 W. SantaClara St.; 408/287-9200)

July 15: dARius RuckeR. theformer alternative pop-star-turned-country-singer is joined onstage by fellow crooners Dan andshay and Michael ray. 7:30pm.(Mountain View: Shoreline Am-phitheatre; 650/962-1000)

July 15: Julión ÁlVARez. thismulti-latin grammy nominee per-forms with his band Norteñobanda. 8pm. (San Jose: SAP Center;408/287-9200)

July 15: hotel cAlifoRniA. thisEagles tribute band faithfully andaccurately recreates the sound ofthe band’s studio recordings. 8pm.(Redwood City: Fox Theatre, 2215Broadway St.; 650/369-7770)

July 16: ViennA teng. this indieartist’s song craft incorporates folk,pop, classical music and a cappella.7:30pm. (Palo Alto/Stanford cam-pus: Bing Concert Hall, 327 LasuenSt.; 650/725-ARTS)

July 16: JulietA VenegAs. thisMexican singer/songwriter isrooted in alternative rock, butthese days her focus is on wonder-fully hummable pop songs. 9pm.(San Jose: City National Civic;800/745-3000)

July 19: BARenAked lAdies.this cerebral music band performsfor the last summer on Earth tour,along with oMD and howardJones. 6:30pm. (Saratoga: Moun-tain Winery; 408/741-2822)

July 20: phillip phillips &mAtt nAthAnson. the Ameri-can idol winner and musical suc-cess story performs alongsideNathanson, one of the most ap-plauded songwriters on the musicscene today. 7pm. (Saratoga:Mountain Winery; 408/741-2822)

July 21: hAppy togetheRtouR. Featuring the best musicaltalent of the 60s and 70s, this na-tional touring show includes theturtles, three dog night, thecowsills and more. 7:30pm.(Saratoga: Mountain Winery;408/741-2822)

July 22: BRAntley gilBeRt. thecountry rock music star responsi-ble for the hit Bottoms Up is joinedon stage by Justin Moore and ColtFord. 7pm. (Mountain View: Shore-line Amphitheatre; 650/962-1000)

July 22: old school legendsliVe! A bevy of rappers and r&bartits includes salt n pepa, stevie

B, lisa lisa, grandmasters furi-ous five, and more. 7:30pm. (SanJose: SAP Center; 408/287-9200)

July 22: Jill scott. this three-time grammy Award-winningsinger-songwriter performs herhits. 7:30pm. (Saratoga: MountainWinery; 408/741-2822)

July 23: cReedence cleARwA-teR ReVisited. the rhythm sec-tion from the legendary groupCreedence Clearwater revival per-form the bands popular songs.7:30pm. (Saratoga: Mountain Win-ery; 408/741-2822)

July 24: nicky JAm. Joined byzion & lennox, de la ghetto andValentino, this urban star per-forms a mix of reggaeton beatsand romantic lyrics. 7pm. (SanJose: SAP Center; 408/287-9200)

July 24: hollywood VAm-piRes. this newly-formed rockband is composed of Alice Cooper,Joe Perry and Johnny Depp.7:30pm. (Saratoga: Mountain Winery; 408/741-2822)

July 24: cRossing BoRdeRs.this international jazz group pres-ents artful reworkings of stan-dards, original music and newtakes on classic pop tunes.4:30pm. (Half Moon Bay: DouglasBeach House; 650/726-4143)

July 26: uB40. the reunited reg-gae troupe performs old hits andnew songs. 7:30pm. (Saratoga:Mountain Winery; 408/741-2822)

July 27: the piAno guys. thisband is known for its original blendof classical music with pop.7:30pm. (Saratoga: Mountain Win-ery; 408/741-2822)

July 28: keith uRBAn. thiscountry pop mega star performsfor his “ripCorD” tour. 7:30pm.(Mountain View: Shoreline Am-phitheatre; 650/962-1000)

July 28: ABBA: the conceRt.this tribute band performs iconicAbbA hits. 7:30pm. (Saratoga:Mountain Winery; 408/741-2822)

Peter Gabriel (leFt) anD stinG (July 14)


botti performs with the Canadianvocal group. 7:30pm. (Saratoga:Mountain Winery; 408/741-2822)

July 31: weezeR And pAnic! Atthe disco. these two rockingbands co-headline a tour promot-ing their new albums and popularhits. 7pm. (Mountain View: Shore-line Amphitheatre; 650/962-1000)

July 31: ziggy mARley. through-out the course of his 30-year ca-reer, Ziggy has built a musicallegacy worthy of his legendaryfamily name. 7:30pm. (Saratoga:Mountain Winery; 408/741-2822)

July 31: glAdys knight. thismulti-grammy Award winner hasenjoyed #1 hits in pop, r&b andAdult Contemporary. 8pm.(Saratoga: Montalvo Arts Center;408/961-5800)

July 29: RoB zomBie AndkoRn. these two heavy metal gi-ants crank up the volume in thislive concert showdown. 6:30pm.(Mountain View: Shoreline Am-phitheatre; 650/962-1000)

July 29: Boz scAggs & michAelmcdonAld. the legendary soul-ful singers share the stage.7:30pm. (Saratoga: Mountain Win-ery; 408/741-2822)

July 29: BRiAn mcknight. thisgrammy-nominated singer per-forms his greatest hits. 8pm.(Saratoga: Montalvo Arts Center;408/961-5800)

July 30: Adele. this oscar andgrammy-winning singer performshits from her record-smashingalbum, 25. 7:30pm. (San Jose: SAPCenter; 408/287-9200)

July 30: BeBel gilBeRto. incan-descent bossa Nova-infusedmelodies, lyrics about love and alilting performance style hasearned gilberto rave reviews forher live performances. 7:30pm.(Palo Alto/Stanford campus: BingConcert Hall; 650/725-ARTS)

July 30: deAd And compAny.two sets of music from the grate-ful Dead’s back catalogue are per-formed by original band membersMickey hart, bill Kreutzmann andbob Weir, joined by John Mayerand bassist oteil burbridge.7:30pm. (Mountain View: ShorelineAmphitheatre; 650/962-1000)

July 30: chRis Botti & thetenoRs. trumpeter and composer

bebel Gilberto (July 30)

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July 10: opeRA sAn Jose. thisfree outdoor concert featuresopera san Jose resident and guestartists performing selections fromthe 2016-2017 season. 6:30pm.(San Jose: Bramhall Park, 1320 Wil-low St.; 408/437-4450)

July 17: Redwood city clAssi-cAl music seRies. Performed bymembers of the Bayshore LyricOpera, and accompanied by a liveorchestra, this free outdoor con-cert features beloved arias and en-sembles by Verdi, Puccini, bizet,Mozart, and more. 6pm. (RedwoodCity: Courthouse Square, 2200Broadway St.; 650/780-7000)

tHeater & MusiCals thRu July 10: peAR theAtRepresents August: Osage County. inthis searing dark comedy of anAmerican family, secrets and liesspill out over dysfunctional dinnersand drug-laced arguments, andnothing is sacred—or safe. thurs-sat, 8pm; sun, 2pm. (MountainView: 1110 La Avenida St.;650/254-1148)

July 13: todRick hAll presentsStraight Outta Oz. this broadwayactor, MtV star, American Idol fi-nalist and viral youtube personalityputs a new “twister” on The Won-derful Wizard of Oz with powerfulmusical numbers, sensational cho-reography, and dazzling costumes.8pm. (San Jose: California Theatre,345 S. 1st St.; 408/792-4111)

July 13-Aug 7: theAtRewoRkspresents the world premiere ofConfederates. the provocative hitof theatreWorks’ 2015 NewWorks Festival, this headline-hotpolitical drama is a fresh, fascinat-ing look at today’s muckrakingmedia and the world it relentlesslypursues. tues-Wed, 7:30pm;thurs-Fri, 8pm; sat, 2 and/or 8pm;sun, 2 and/or 7pm. (Palo Alto:Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middle-field Rd.; theatreworks.org)

July 14-Aug 21: city lightstheAtRe compAny presentsGreen Day’s American Idiot. thistony Award-winning rock extrava-ganza tells the story of three life-


long friends on a quest for truemeaning in a post-9/11 world.based on green Day’s grammyAward-winning album, and featur-ing Boulevard of Broken Dreams,Wake Me Up When September Ends,and the blockbuster title track,green Day’s American Idiot takesyou on an exhilarating theatricaljourney. Wed-sat, 8pm; sun, 2pm.(San Jose: 529 S. Second St.;408/295-4200)

July 29-Aug 7: cmt sAn Josepresents a Mainstage productionof Rent. Winner of the tonyAward for best Musical and thePulitzer Prize for Drama, it is an in-spiring musical about friends andartists struggling with addiction,poverty, AiDs and, most of all,love. thurs-Fri, 7pm; sat, 2 & 7pm;sun, 1 and/or 6pm. (San Jose:Montgomery Theatre, 271 MarketSt.; 408/288-5437; cmtsj.org)

July 29-Aug 28: coAstAlRepeRtoRy theAtRe presentsBig The Musical. A musical adapta-tion of the 1988 tom hanks film,this endearing story centersaround Josh baskin, a 12-year-oldwho grows up overnight afterbeing granted a wish by a Zoltarmachine at a carnival. he nowmust cope with his new adulthoodwhile finding the machine so thathe can wish himself back to child-hood. Fri-sat, 8pm; sun, 2pm.(Half Moon Bay: Mel Mello Centerfor the Arts, 1167 Main St.;650/569-3266)

July 30: RAJAt kApooR pres-ents What’s Done is Done. bolly-wood actor and director Kapoordelivers a new twist to shake-speare’s renowned tragedy, Mac-beth. 7pm. (Redwood City: FoxTheatre, 2215 Broadway St.;650/369-7770)

RussiAn Reflections... Illuminating a powerful musicaland cultural dialogue between Russia and the West, the sum-mer festival, music@menlo (July 15-Aug 6), features astellar series of concerts by the world’s greatest chamber mu-sicians, a variety of multimedia lectures, and opportunities forthe audience to engage with the music through discussions,master classes and free institute performances. In threeweeks and through different concert programs, this master-fully curated musical and educational experience guides lis-teners through Russia’s unsurpassed instinct for originalityand flair. In July: Program i (July 16) follows the course ofRussian music at the turn of the 20th century, highlighting the works of Rachmaninov, Tchaikovsky and Scriabin, and culminating with The Rite of Spring, Stravinsky’s masterpiece.Program ii (July 19-20) delves into the dark passions that per-meate the music of Shostakovich and Arensky, whose respec-tive first piano trios bookend the program, with Dohnányi’sSecond Piano Quintet and Mahler’s Piano Quartet echoingShostakovich’s and Arensky’s turbulent strains. Program iii(July 22-23) traces Tchaikovsky’s deeply personal style backto Mozart, whose Fifth String Quartet demonstrates thebeauty and elegance that so entranced the Russian composer.The program also offers Mendelssohn’s String Quartet in DMajor, op. 44, Glinka’s Variations on a Theme of Mozart andTchaikovsky’s First String Quartet. Program iv (July 27) show-cases the elements of romance found in Russian music in aprogram of works that includes Schumann’s Piano Trio No. 2 inF Major, op. 80; Fauré’s Romance in B-flat Major for Violin andPiano, op. 28; Dvorak’s Love Songs; and Shostakovich’s SevenRomances on Poems of Aleksandr Blokfor Soprano, Piano, Violin,Cello, op. 127. Program v (July 29-30) exemplifies Russiancomposers’ depiction of melancholia with a performance ofMussorgsky’s Songs and Dances of Death, as well as composi-tions by Fauré and the Swiss-American composer ErnestBloch. Visit website for complete schedule. (Atherton: Variouslocations; 650/330-2030. www.musicatmenlo.org)

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sAn Jose giAnts (San Jose: Mu-nicipal Stadium; 408/297-1435)July 4-7: modesto. Mon-tues,6:30pm; Wed-thurs, 7pm. July 8-11: stockton. Fri, 7pm; sat-sun, 5pm; Mon, 12:30pm.July 21-24: inland empire. thurs-Fri, 7pm; sat, 6pm; sun, 5pm.July 25-27: Bakersfield. Mon-tues,7pm; Wed, 12:30pm.

GyMnastiCsJuly 4-10: women’s gymnAs-tics olympic tRiAls. the u.s.women’s gymnastics olympic trialsare held in downtown san Jose, in-cluding related activities and anexpo. Visit sapcenter.com forschedule. (San Jose: SAP Center;408/287-7070)

CoMeDy & otHerJuly 15: BRiAn RegAn. thisunique comedian’s material is re-latable to generations of fans andrevered by comedians as the bestin the business. 7:30pm. (Saratoga:Mountain Winery; 408/741-2822)

July 17: gABRiel iglesiAs. oneof America’s most successfulstand-up comedians, he performsto sold-out concerts around theworld. 7:30pm. (Saratoga: Moun-tain Winery; 408/741-2822)

July 24: weiRd Al yAnkoVich.America’s foremost song parodistperforms his high-energy comedyrock show. 8pm. (San Jose: City Na-tional Civic; 800/745-3000)

July 28: Jim JeffRies. Known forhis controversial style, Jeffries hasestablished himself as one of themost respected comedians of hisgeneration. 8pm. (San Jose: CityNational Civic; 800/745-3000)

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oAklAnd Athletics (Oakland:Coliseum; 877/493-BALL)July 1-3: pirates. Fri-sat, 7:05pm;sun, 1:05pm. July 15-17: Blue Jays. Fri, 7:05pm;sat-sun, 1:05pm. July 18-20: Astros. Mon-tues,7:05pm; Wed, 12:35pm. July 21-24: Rays. thurs-Fri, 7:05pm;sat, 6:05pm; sun, 1:05pm.

sAn fRAncisco giAnts (SanFrancisco: AT&T Park; 415/972-2000)July 4-6: Rockies. Mon, 1:05pm;tues-Wed, 7:15pm. July 8-10: diamondbacks. Fri,7:15pm; sat, 1:05pm; sun, 5pm. July 25-27: Reds. Mon-tues,7:15pm; Wed, 12:45pm. July 28-31: nationals. thurs-Fri,7:15pm; sat-sun, 1:05pm.

BARd it up... The beloved words of the Bard are brought tolife by a talented ensemble of repertory actors at the annualsAntA cRuz shAkespeARe festiVAl, put together by aprofessional, thought-provoking and passionate theater com-pany. held at its new home at The Grove in Delaveaga Park, itoffers an intimate, beautiful outdoor setting to enjoy a picnicand comfortably take in the show. July performances include:A Midsummer Night’s Dream (July 15-Aug 28), Shakespeare’smoonlit comedy of love run amok; and Hamlet (July 28-Aug28), his most transcendent and enduring tragedy, featuringKate Eastwood Norris as the iconic Dane. The season furtherincludes a Fringe production of the time-traveling, gender-bending comedy Orlando (Aug 17 & 23-24) by Sarah Ruhl andbased on the novel by Virginia Woolf. In addition to the per-formances, the company presents Weekend with Shakespeare(Aug 12-14), where participants can hear leading scholars andtheatre artists share their insights into the season’s playsthrough a series of lectures and discussions. Wed-Thurs,7:30pm; Fri, 8pm; Sat-Sun, 2 and/or 8pm. (Santa Cruz: TheGrove at Delaveaga Park, 501 Upper Park Rd.; 831/460-6399)

soCCersAn Jose eARthquAkes (SanJose: Avaya Stadium, 1123 Cole-man Ave.; 408/556-7700)July 8: dallas. 7:30pm. July 16: toronto. 7:30pm.

July 22-24 & 28: mls All-stARweek. A week of soccer-themedactivities includes meeting Mlsplayers/coaches, a food and beergarden, and the All-star game be-tween English Premiere league gi-ants Arsenal against the bestplayers in Mls on 7/28 at AvayaStadium. times and locations vary;see website. (Downtown San Jose;mlssoccer.com) �


AndeRson collection AtstAnfoRd uniVeRsity thisstriking museum was built toshowcase the private assembly of modern and contemporaryAmerican art gifted by harry W.and Mary Margaret Anderson andMary Patricia Anderson Pence. the collection of 121 paintingsand sculpture includes works byrichard Diebenkorn, David Park,Wayne thiebaud, and Jackson Pollock. Wed-Mon, 11-5pm;thurs, 11-8pm. (Stanford campus:314 Lomita Dr.; 650/721-6055)

cAntoR ARts centeR At stAn-foRd uniVeRsity 20th-centuryEuropean and American art is pre-sented in a variety of galleries,along with a diverse permanentcollection spanning the history ofart and a broad spectrum of cul-tures. Exhibits this month include:•Soulmaker: The Times of LewisHine (thru oct 24) features a selec-tion of photographs by lewis hinefrom a hundred years ago, whenhe travelled to mills and factories inNew England and the south, pho-tographing child laborers. hishaunting images are juxtaposedwith contemporary photographs byJason Francisco of the same milland factory sites as they look now.•Richard Diebenkorn: The Sketch-books Revealed (thru Aug 8) pres-ents the sketchbooks of thiscelebrated 20th-century painter—stanford’s most accomplished andrecognized graduate in art. on dis-play for the first time, the 29 booksspan 50 years of the artist's careerand contain 1,045 drawings. •Cali-fornia: The Art of Water (July 13-Nov 28) is devoted to artisticportrayals of California’s most pre-cious—and currently scarce—re-source, featuring more than 70works by eminent artists includingAnsel Adams, David hockney andCarleton Watkins taken from thegold rush era to the present.Wed-Mon, 11-5pm; thurs, 11-8pm. (Stanford campus: 328 LomitaDr.; 650/723-4177)

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LEWIS hINE: ONe OF The SPiNNeRS iN WhiTNeL COTTON MFg. CO. N.C., DeCeMBeR1908; GELATIN SILVER PRINT. AT ThE CANTOR ARTS CENTER.

sAn Jose institute of con-tempoRARy ARt this non-profitorganization features cutting-edgeart, with an emphasis on emergingartists. on exhibit this month: •NextNewPaper (thru sept 18) fea-tures the work of 17 bay Areaartists who use paper as theirmedium, creating works that high-light the endless ways that it canbe manipulated. tues-Fri, 10-5;sat, 12-5. (San Jose: 560 S. First St.;408/283-8155)

sAn Jose museum of ARt thisdowntown museum showcasesworks from the 20th and 21stcenturies, emphasizing bay Areaartists. on exhibit this month:•Border Cantos: RichardMisrach/Guillermo Galindo (thruJuly 31) is an unusual artistic col-laboration in which a photogra-pher and an experimentalcomposer document the unseen,human reality of the us-Mexicoborderlands. •New Stories from theEdge of Asia: Tabaimo: Her Room(thru Aug 21). in magical, room-sized animations, world-renownedJapanese artist tabaimo probesthe fantastical depths of the un-conscious and gives shape to the

uncertainties that can haunt con-temporary experience. •Artists InResidence: San Jose’s 20th CenturyVanguard (thru sept 18) pays trib-ute to the forward-looking artiststhat were instrumental to the es-tablishment of the sJMA in 1969and those who helped ignite thecontemporary artistic life of thecity. included are works by geof-frey bowman, rupert garcia, gailNanao, lynn Powers and Jacque-line thurston, among others. tues-sun, 11-5. (San Jose: 110 S. MarketSt.; 408/294-2787)

sAn Jose museum of quilts &textiles this unique museumfeatures contemporary and tradi-tional quilts from around theworld. on exhibit this month:•Jazz Impressions (July 3-Aug 21)displays quilts and other fiber artsbased on jazz music. •WeddingDress: Yesterday, Today and Tomor-row (July 8-oct 2) illuminates theevolution of the wedding dress,ethnic similarities and differences,and explores new questions raisedby the legalization of same-sexmarriage. Wed-Fri, 11-4pm; sat-sun, 11-3. (San Jose: 520 S. FirstSt.; 408/971-0323) �


From amusement park rides, kart racing and scientificexhibits to historic sites and outdoor adventures, thereis no shortage of fun, interesting things to do and placesto discover in and around Silicon Valley. With summerupon us , we thought we’d offer our recommendationsfor the top places to go.

CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY MUSEUM RAGING WATERS

T O P P I C K S F O R S I L I C O N V A L L E Y ’ S

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CALIFORNIA’S GREAT AMERICA


HIGH-OCTANETHRILLScAlifoRniA’s gReAt AmeRicA this 100-acre theme park includesa complete water park inside, plustons of heart-pumping rides with

intense drops, drastic turns, andpure speed such as Flight Deck,Demon, Drop Zone, and The Grizzly.true thrill-seekers love the GoldStriker—the tallest and fastestwooden coaster in Northern Cali-fornia. New this year is Mass Effect:New Earth, a 4D holographic jour-ney created with Electronic Artsand featuring the largest and high-est resolution 3D lED screen any-where. riders climb aboardmotion-based seats, travel to a dis-tant planet, and help save the day.Families can enjoy a plunge downLogger’s Run, riding on the world’slargest double-decker carousel, ortaking in views from the observa-tion deck. For the younger crowd,Planet Snoopy and KidZville are ablast. open daily in July, 10am-10pm. (Santa Clara: Great AmericaPkwy. between Hwys. 101 & 237;408/988-1776)

k1 speed With its award-winning centers,professionally designed race tracks,European-style racing, and emis-sion-free electric karts capable ofreaching 40mph, (faster than gaskarts!), K1 speed is a revolution inindoor karting. Featuring 60,000+square feet of space, this racingcenter is equipped with plasmatVs, a gaming area, a café, and ahuge lounge area. Allowing noviceand veteran drivers to experiencethe thrill of an authentic racing at-mosphere makes this the perfectplace to race! Mon-thurs, 12-10;

Fri, 11-11; sat, 1-11; sun, 10-7.(Santa Clara: 2925 Mead Ave. AlsoSouth San Francisco: 160 S. BeaconSt.; 855/517-7333)

omescApeJoin the latest trend of real roomescape games, great for outingsand company events. this immer-sive, interactive adventure is unlikeanything you may have experi-enced before. be trapped in aroom for an hour, and use yourwits and senses to exploit the sur-roundings until you get out. this5-star venue offers four escapegames of different degrees of diffi-culty: Dark Altar, The Joker, King-dom of Cats and, opening in July,ToxiNation. Exclusive room reser-vations offered for teams of 2 to10 players. For options and moreinfo, visit www.omescape.us . (SanJose: 625 Wool Creek Dr., Suite E;408/622-0505)

RAging wAteRs Northern California’s largest waterpark offers 23 acres and millionsof gallons of family fun, includingthrilling high-speed slides, a hugewave pool and an interactivethemed water fort. open daily inJuly: 10:30-6. (San Jose: 2333 S.White Rd.; 408/238-9900)

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Dipper wooden roller coaster, a1911 looff carousel, the spinningcoaster Undertow, and the DoubleShot—a 125-foot tower thatlaunches riders skyward at over 3gs, then drops them for a fright-ening sense of weightlessness.open daily in July; times vary.(Santa Cruz: 400 Beach St.;831/426-7433)

EXPLORATION computeR histoRy museum A 25,000-square-foot exhibit, Rev-olution: The First 2,000 Years ofComputing, immerses visitors inthe sights, sounds and stories ofthe computer revolution. Morethan 1,000 artifacts include rarecomputers, audio and video, pho-tographs, games, and hands-ondisplays. revolution also featuresmore than 100 media stations andthree mini-theaters. in addition,visitors can see Going Places: AHistory of Google Maps with StreetView; the PDP-1, where they canexperience one of the earliestvideo games, Space Wars. Wed-sun, 10-5. (Mountain View: 1401N. Shoreline Blvd.; 650/810-1010)

hilleR AViAtion museum Journey into the past and future ofaviation in this museum, whichboasts more than 75 replicas andrestored aircraft, hands-on dis-plays, models and photographs.Also test your pilot skills in a com-puterized flight simulator, checkout the restoration Workshopwhere plane guts are brought backto life and browse the Flight storewith aviation toys, books, andmore. Daily, 10-5. (San Carlos: 601Skyway Rd., off Hwy. 101;650/654-0200)

intel museum this museum offers 10,000 squarefeet of fun, interactive learning for both children and adults. gobehind the scenes in the high-techworld of silicon Valley and seewhat it’s like inside an ultra-clean,highly automated silicon chip factory, and connect with tech-nologies that give us ways to work,learn, play, and communicate.Free, guided tours with advance


reservation. gifts, toys, and ap-parel are available at the store.Free admission/parking. Mon-Fri,9-6; sat, 10-5. (Santa Clara: 2200Mission College Blvd.; 408/765-5050; www.intel.com/museum)

nAsA Ames exploRAtion VisitoR centeR see one of the original Mercurycapsules, touch a space shuttlewind tunnel model, or view the lat-est planetary images and videos inthe 60-seat immersive theater. Ex-hibits include the Science of Oppor-tunity Expedition 6, Space Lab J FrogEmbryology Unit and InternationalSpace Station ISS; the Mars terrainglobe, a topographical display ofthe red Planet’s landscape; and areal sample of moon rock, col-lected by the crew of Apollo 15.Wed-Fri, 10-4; sat-sun, 12-4.(Mountain View: NASA Pkwy. exitoff Hwy. 101; 650/604-6274)

tech museum of innoVAtion this silicon Valley landmark is thedestination for visitors seeking aglimpse of the most innovativeplace on earth. one of the nation’spremier science and technologymuseums, this 132,000-square-foot museum is dedicated to in-spire the innovator in everyone.through fun hands-on experi-ences and one-of-a-kind floor pro-grams, many supported bystanford and NAsA, the museumunleashes the creative sparks hid-den within. Enjoy the largestiMAx® dome screen in the Westwith its eight-story-high screen

and digital surround-sound sys-tem. build, program, and decoratea “social robot” or explore The TechStudio, a unique space that boaststhe latest in cutting-edge digitalfabrication with 3D printers.gather information on importantmetrics within your body—bothphysical and emotional—usingwearable technology at the newpermanent exhibit, Body Metrics.learn how to crack codes, spotscams, and prevent crime like acyber security pro by solving puz-zles and completing missions atCyber Detectives, the nation’s firstinteractive exhibition about cybersecurity. the newest exhibit,BioDesign Studio, engages visitorsin interactive exhibits that sparkimagination and confidence withinthe fields of synthetic biology, bio-engineering, biological design andDiy biology. With so many experi-ences at your fingertips, the possi-bilities are limited only by your

imagination! open daily at 10am;closing times vary. (Downtown SanJose: 201 S. Market St.; 408/294-8324; www.thetech.org)

FAMILY FAVORITESchildRen’s discoVeRy museumFun and learning go hand in handat this museum, one of the largestof its kind in the nation, whereyou’ll find 150 hands-on exhibits,innovative programs and lively per-formances incorporating science,art, humanities and more. Childrenand adults alike are invited to prod,test and tinker in a special blend ofparticipatory learning and playfuldiscovery. Among the exhibits,Waterways allows young ones toexplore how water gushes, rushesand flows; Secrets of Circles cele-brates the math, science andbeauty of wheels, clocks, door-knobs and other circles around us;and Mammoth Discovery! offers aglimpse into the history of this an-cient animal. Visitors can view ac-tual skull, femur and pelvis fossilsfound locally, as well as a full-sizereplica of a mammoth. tues-sat,10-5; sun, 12-5 (also open Mon,10-5, Memorial Day through laborDay. (San Jose: 180 Woz Way;408/298-5437; www.cdm.org)

golflAnd centeRsbring the kids to these fun parksand enjoy miniature golf, water-slides, video arcade games, and

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pizza and snack bars at four loca-tions. your inner kid will thankyou, too. Also available for schoolparties, fundraisers and birthdayparties. (•Sunnyvale: GolflandUSA, 885 E. El Camino Real;408/245-1322. •San Jose: Emer-ald Hills Golfland, 976 BlossomHill Rd.; 408/225-1533. •CastroValley: Golden Tee Golfland, 2533Castro Valley Blvd.; 510/537-2168. •Milpitas: Golfland, 1199Jacklin Rd. at Hwy. 680;408/263-6855. For groups, call408/245-8434.)

hAppy hollow pARk & zooAmong the rides at this greatfamily destination are a carousel,a roller coaster, a Dragon ride, agiant play structure, kiddie swingsand a frog hopper. New this sum-mer is the Dragon Flyers ride, fea-turing colorful hang-gliderthemed cars that swoosh throughthe air. At the Animal barn, kidscan get up close to a variety ofanimals—from domestic speciesto typical barn denizens. thelemur Woods exhibit featuresendangered lemurs with a parallelplay area for children to hop,jump and move like a lemur, whilea fossa exhibit features thelargest member of the mongoosefamily—the largest carnivore andtop predator native to Madagas-car. open daily, 10-5. (San Jose:Kelley Park, Keyes & Senter Rds.;408/794-6400)

gilRoy gARdens set among 600 acres, this familypark combines amusement rideswith unique gardens and trees.Attractions include a train, amonorail, the Mushroom swing, a1927 carousel and a 36-holeminiature golf course, but themost unusual sights are the 29coiled, twisted, and spiral-shapedCircus trees, grafted in the1920s. in July: open weekdays,11am-5pm; sat-sun, 10am-6pm.(Gilroy: 3050 Hecker Pass Hwy.;408/840-7100)

monteRey BAy AquARium Nearly 200 fascinating galleriesand exhibits explore the ecosys-tems of Monterey bay. Perma-nent exhibits include a million-


gallon display with tuna, sharks,barracuda, sea turtles and pelagicrays; an exquisite jellyfish gallery;an octopus gallery; a three-storykelp forest; a walk-through wave-crash tunnel; and an otter exhibitshowcasing these adorable crea-tures and their habitat. Daily, 10-5.(Monterey: 886 Cannery Row;831/648-4888)

RoARing cAmp RAilRoAds ride authentic 1800s narrow- andstandard-gauge steam trainsthrough the redwoods with con-ductors narrating the history ofthe railroad and scenery along theway. the redwood Forest steamtrain winds through redwoods,while the santa Cruz beach traintravels to the santa Cruz beachboardwalk and back. redwoodForest steam train departures inJuly: 11am, 12:30 & 2pm, daily.santa Cruz beach train: 10:15am& 2:15, daily. (Felton: Graham HillRd., off Mt. Hermon Rd. exit fromHwy. 17; 831/335-4484)

winchesteR mysteRy house No visit to silicon Valley is com-plete without a stop at this bizarreattraction, once owned by sarahWinchester, the eccentric heiressto the Winchester rifle fortune.influenced by a fortune-teller whopredicted she would live as long asshe continued to build her home,she lived in her unfinished man-sion for 38 years amidst the dailypounding of hammers. the resultis a 160-room architectural marvelcombining Victorian beauty withunexplained features—such asdoors opening to walls, skylights infloors and stairs leading nowhere—that make it a mystery. Also onsite, the firearms and antiqueproducts museums both providehistoric background on Westernheritage, traditions and culture.Mansion tours, garden tours, and“behind the scenes” tours are of-fered. Café and gift shop on site.open 9am daily; last mansion tourat 5pm (until 7pm, thru sept 5).(San Jose: 525 S. Winchester Blvd.;408/247-2000; WinchesterMys-teryHouse.com)

Experience a Japanese Jewel in Silicon Valley...Hidden in the foothills of Saratoga, this historic 18acreestate offers the opportunity to stroll through authen!c

Japanese gardens, complete with beau!fulflowers, stone lanterns, and a koi pond.

2100 Big Basin Way Saratogawww.hakone.com | 408.741.4994


oVeRfelt BotAnicAl gARdensEast meets West at these 33 acresof gardens which contain aromaticplants, an area dedicated to Cali-fornia native plants, and a cypresstree said to be a descendant of thetree in greece under which hip-pocrates taught his students. theChinese Cultural Garden withinincludes a bronze statue of Confu-cius; a pagoda-style Memorialhouse; and the Chiang Kai-shekPavilion. Daily: 10am-sunset. (SanJose: 368 Educational Park Dr.;408/277-2757) �

sun, 11-3:30. (Woodside: 86Cañada Rd.; 650/364-8300)

hAkone gARdens these peaceful Japanese-style gar-dens nestled in the saratoga hillsare replete with waterfalls, ponds,and imported plants and patternedafter the Zen gardens of the mid-17th century. three formal build-ings embody the elements oftraditional Japanese architecture.Mon-Fri, 10-5; sat-sun, 11-5.(Saratoga: 21000 Big Basin Way;408/741-4994)

HISTORY histoRy pARk this charming 14-acre historicpark has a small-town atmospherehighlighted by free rides on a his-toric trolley and 27 original andreplica historic buildings. Amongthese buildings are a Museumstore and o’brien’s Café, completewith an ice cream parlor and candystore. Mon-Fri, 12-5; sat-sun, 11-5. (San Jose: Kelley Park, 1650 Sen-ter Rd.; 408/287-2290)

mission sAn Jose Founded in 1797 as the 14th ofthe 21 spanish missions in AltaCalifornia, Mission san Jose fea-tures a magnificent reconstructionof the original adobe church wherethe museum is housed. self-guided tours and slide shows areoffered. Daily, 10-5. (Fremont:43300 Mission Blvd., at Washing-ton Blvd.; 510/657-1797)

RosicRuciAn egyptiAn museum see the largest collection of an-cient Egyptian artifacts on displayin western North America. theonly museum in the u.s. of au-thentic Egyptian design houses afascinating collection of over3,000 artifacts, objects, and ritualitems. Marvel at the preservationof mummies thousands of yearsold, and descend into a full-scaleunderground rock tomb, completewith intricate hieroglyphics. Wed-Fri, 9-5; sat-sun, 10-6. (San Jose:Rosicrucian Park, 1342 Naglee Ave.;408/947-3636)

OUTDOORPLEASURESfiloli this early 20th-century georgian-style country estate is surroundedby 16 acres of majestic grounds,with flowers including tulips, daf-fodils, wisteria, rhododendrons,foxgloves and irises. garden toursand docent-led hikes on area trailsare offered. tues-sat, 10-3:30;

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From the san Francisco Peninsula to Monterey, winemakershave found grape-growing perfection in the coastal climate ofthe santa Cruz region and the warm, rolling hills of southernsanta Clara County. Defined by the rugged santa Cruz Moun-tains, these two distinctive landscapes and climates host morethan 75 small, family-run wineries. since the first spanish settlements 200 years ago, vineyards have flourished in thesesunlit canyons and foothills crowned by stands of oak and redwood. in the late 1800s, European entrepreneurs arrivedwith cuttings of Zinfandel and riesling and began plantingvineyards along the east-facing slopes. More recently, growingacclaim for the region’s wines has led to a boom in new plant-ings. Whether touring the rolling back roads of the southernsanta Clara County vineyards or the more precipitous slopes of the santa Cruz Mountains, you’ll encounter unforgettablescenery along with some of the world’s most distinctivewines. For further information on santa Clara Valley wineries, visitsantaclarawines.com; for santa Cruz Mountain wineries, visitscmwa.com.

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tAsting RoomsBig BAsin VineyARds thurs-Mon, 11-5. (Saratoga: 14598 BigBasin Way; 408/564-7346)

Bonny doon VineyARd thurs-Mon, 11-5. (Davenport: 450 hwy 1;831/ 819-6789)

BuRRell school thurs-sun, 11-5. (Los gatos: 24060 Summit Rd.;408/353-6290)

Byington wineRy tastingthurs-sun, 11-5; Mon-Wed by ap-pointment. (Los gatos: 21850 BearCreek Rd.; 408/354-1111)

cinnABAR wineRy) tasting daily,11-5. (Saratoga: 14612 Big BasinWay; 408/867-1012

clos lAchAnce tasting daily, 11-5. (San Martin: 1 hummingbird Ln.;408/686-1050)

coopeR-gARRod VineyARdstasting weekdays, 12-5; weekends,11-5. (Saratoga: 22645 garrod Rd.;408/867-7116)

dAVid BRuce wineRy tastingthurs-Fri, 12-5; sat-sun, 11-5. (Losgatos 21439 Bear Creek Rd.;408/354-4214)


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Ridge VineyARds tasting sat-sun, 11-5. (Cupertino: 17100Monte Bello Rd.; 408/867-3233)

sARAh’s VineyARd tasting daily,11-5. (gilroy: 4005 hecker Passhwy.; 408/ 842-4278)

sAVAnnAh-chAnelle VineyARds tasting daily, 9-5.(Saratoga: 23600 Congress SpringsRd.; 408/741-2930)

stoRRs wineRy open daily, 12-5. (Santa Cruz: Old Sash Mill, 303Portero St. #35.; 831/458-5030)

sycAmoRe cReek VineyARdstasting thurs, Fri, Mon, 12-5; sat-sun, 11-5. (Morgan hill: 12775Uvas Rd.; 408/779-4738)

testARossA wineRy located onthe former site of Novitiate Winery,this winery specializes in chardon-nays and pinot noirs. tasting in-doors or on the outdoor deck.Daily, 11-5. (Los gatos: 300-A Col-lege Ave.; 408/354-6150)

thomAs fogARty wineRy &VineyARds tasting thurs-sun,11-5. (Woodside: 19501 SkylineBlvd.; 650/851-6777)

thomAs kRuse wineRy tues-sun, 12-5pm. (gilroy: 3200 DrydenAve.; 408/842-7016) �

guglielmo wineRy this thirdgeneration, family-owned wineryproduces a wide variety of award-winning varietals from more than100 acres of santa Clara Valley es-tate vineyards, as well as fromother premium winegrowing re-gions within California. tastingdaily, 10-5. (Morgan hill: 1480 e.Main Ave.; 408/779-2145)

J. lohR VineyARds & winesFounded in 1972, this family-owned winery crafts an array ofacclaimed wines from 3,700-acreestate vineyards in Paso robles,Monterey and Napa Valley. theWine Center offers premium PinotNoir, Cabernet, sauvignon blancand rhône-style wines. tastingdaily, 10-5. (San Jose: 1000 LenzenAve.; 408/918-2160)

JAson-stephens wineRy(Gilroy: 11775 Watsonville Rd.;408/846-8463) tasting room opendaily 12-4:45pm.

lA neBBiA tasting daily, 10-5.(half Moon Bay: 12341 hwy. 92;650/726-9463)

picchetti wineRy tasting daily,11-5. (Cupertino. 13100 MontebelloRd.; 408/741-1310)

RegAle wineRy tasting Fri-sun,12-5. (Los gatos: 24040 SummitRd.; 408/353-2500)

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AlmAden quicksilVeRcounty pARk (San Jose: 21785Almaden Rd.; 408/268-3883) thispark is full of roads once used totransport cinnabar to the reduc-tion works. 34-plus miles of trailswind through chaparral, oakwoodlands, and grasslands.

Alum Rock pARk (San Jose:Alum Rock Ave. & Crothers Rd.;408/259-5477) California’s oldestpark features 720 acres of ruggedbeauty within Alum rock canyon.

BAylAnds nAtuRe pReseRVe(Palo Alto: Embarcadero Rd., eastof Hwy. 101; 650/329-2506) Atthis largest area of undisturbedmarshland in the san Franciscobay, catwalks extend out overbaylands and trails provide ac-cess to tidal and freshwaterhabitats. the preserve is a well-known bird-watching spot.

Big BAsin Redwoods stAtepARk (Boulder Creek: 21600 Big Basin Way; 831/338-8860)California’s oldest state park offers over 18,000 acres of oldgrowth and recovering redwoodforests. More than 80 miles oftrails travel from sea level to2,000 feet past sparkingstreams, waterfalls, and superbvistas of the ocean and coastalmountains. the 28-mile sky-line-to-the-sea trail winds itsway from Castle rock to thesea at Waddell beach.


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the silicon Valley region is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise, with gorgeous parksand preserVes, a rugged coastline lined with stunning beaches, and plenty ofgreens for the golfer. what’s more, the climate nearly guarantees perfect weather,giVing you no reason to stay indoors. here are some of our top picks; for more,Visit dineshopplay.com

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cAstle Rock stAte pARk (LosGatos: 15000 Skyline Blvd.;408/867-2952) over 30 miles oftrails pass through rugged forestsand open terrain with majesticviews. this park is popular withrock climbers for its steep canyonsand rock formations.

foRest of nisene mARks stAtepARk (Aptos: Aptos Creek Rd.;831/763-7063) this beautiful parkoffers 10,000 acres of ruggedwilderness, rising from sea level to2,600 feet.

fRemont oldeR spAce pReseRVe (Saratoga: Prospect Rd.;650/691-1200) this gorgeous pre-serve in the west valley foothillsoffers hiking purists a treat withforested hillsides, open hayfields,stevens springs Canyon, and a900-foot peak offering stunningvalley views.

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henRy w. coe stAte pARk(Morgan Hill: 9000 E. Dunne Ave.;408/779-2728) With over80,000 acres of open space, thisis the largest state park in north-ern California. rugged, varied, andbeautiful, the terrain includes loftyridges and steep canyons, plusover 250 miles of hiking trails thatvary in levels of difficulty and 100miles of rugged roads and trailsfor experienced mountain bikers.

monte Bello open spAcepReseRVe (Palo Alto: Page MillRd., west of Hwy. 280; 650/691-1200) teeming with diversewildlife, this preserve offers a self-guided interpretive three-mileloop trail that takes hikers into aforested canyon, along a creek,and back up through grasslands.

pescAdeRo cReek countypARk complex (La Honda: en-trances at Alpine Rd. andPescadero Rd.; 650/879-0238 Anetwork of hiking and equestriantrails lead through hills and red-wood forests along PescaderoCreek. memorial park featuresold-growth redwoods, as well aspicnic facilities, a visitor center, aswimming area, and hiking trails.the shady sam mcdonald parkprovides views of rolling grass-lands, the Pacific ocean, and old-growth redwoods. And heritagegrove is a magnificent old-growthredwood forest on Alpine Creek.

puRisimA cReek RedwoodspReseRVe (Half Moon Bay: park-ing at Skyline Blvd. or Higgins-Purissima Rd.; 650/691-1200)overlooking half Moon bay, this3,120-acre park, complete with acreek, towering redwoods andcoastal shrubs, offers over 20miles of developed trails and his-toric logging roads. A 1,600-footclimb opens up to coastal views.

RAncho sAn Antonio openspAce pReseRVe (Los Altos:Cristo Rey Dr. off Foothill Blvd.;650/691-1200) this huge pre-serve is a local favorite with 23miles of trails traversing throughshaded creeks, open meadows,and oak woodlands, many withgreat views.


golf couRsesBouldeR cReek golf cluB surrounded by redwoods andlakes, this 18-hole, par-65 courseis both scenic and challenging.(Boulder Creek: 16901 Big BasinHwy.; 831/338-2111)

cinnABAR hills golf cluB(San Jose: 23600 McKean Rd.;408/323-7814) blended withgreat views are 27 holes of cham-pionship-caliber golf offered inthree distinct scenic courses:canyon, lake, and mountain.

coyote cReek golf cluB (Mor-gan Hill: 1 Coyote Creek Golf Dr.;408/463-1400) two spectacular18-hole courses feature state-of-the-art gPs systems.

cRystAl spRings golf cluB(Burlingame: 6650 Golf Course Dr.;650/342-0603) this par-72 golfcourse overlooks open space.

delAVeAgA golf couRsePerched atop the hills surroundingsanta Cruz, this course offerschampionship-caliber golf amidnatural beauty. (Santa Cruz: 401Upper Park Rd.; 831/423-7214)

eAgle Ridge golf cluB (Gilroy:2951 Club Dr.; 408/846-4531)this upscale club offers an 18-hole course scenically nestled inthe foothills.

hAlf moon BAy golf links(Half Moon Bay: 2000 Fairway Dr.;650/726-4438) ocean views are

part of the pleasure at these twochallenging, award-winning 18-hole courses, and private lessonsand group clinics are available.

pAlo Alto municipAl golfcouRse (Palo Alto: 1875 Embar-cadero Rd.; 650/856-0881) Facili-ties at this demanding par-72course include a practice rangeand putting greens.

pAsAtiempo golf cluB (SantaCruz: 20 Clubhouse Rd.; 831/459-9155) Designed by AlisterMacKenzie, this 18-hole, par-70course is considered one of thetop three to play in California.

sAn JuAn oAks golf cluB(Hollister: 3825 Union Rd.;831/636-6113) Designed by FredCouples, this 18-hole, par-72course is set against a pastoralbackground of rolling hills and oaktrees with a Mission-style club-house to match.

sAntA clARA golf & tenniscluB (Santa Clara: 5155 Stars andStripes Dr.; 408/980-9515) this18-hole course designed byrobert Muir graves offers a 35-station lighted practice range andputting greens.

shoReline golf links (Moun-tain View: 2940 N. Shoreline Blvd.;650/969-2041) this challenging18-hole course with excellentgreens is set within baysideshoreline Park.

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Most sCeniC...located on the northwest side of santa Cruz, this beautiful, moon-shaped natural bridges state beach features a natural rock arch thatgives the beach its name. the bridge provides an excellent vantage pointfrom which to view seals, otters, and migrating whales, and low tide pro-vides fantastic tidepooling opportunities. With a backdrop of sandycliffs, secluded, clothing-optional Panther beach (about 7 miles north ofsanta Cruz) is picturesque and clean, with caves to explore. A mile or sofurther north, just past bonny Doon road, shark Fin Cove is a smallpocket beach with spectacular sea stacks, and slightly north yet, Daven-port beach is a dramatic, secluded beach in a protected cove—a choicespot for surfers and windsurfers. Continue north to reach the beautifulcliff-backed Greyhound rock beach, popular for whale watching andtide pooling, or carry on past Año Nuevo state refuge and come to theopen, peaceful, duned Gazos Creek state beach. Further north, thestate beaches of Pescadero and san Gregorio offer long stroll-worthystretches of sand along dramatic bluffs.

Most PoPular...Prefer to be with the crowds? in santa Cruz itself, at the end of Mon-terey Ave., Cowell (Main) beach is popular for sports such as volleyballand windsurfing. the long sandy seabright beach sits between thebeach boardwalk and the santa Cruz harbor. Just off West Cliff Drive,surfing conditions are ideal at lighthouse Field state beach, the loca-tion of the famed surfing mecca, Steamer Lane. With a mile of sandyshoreline, twin lakes state beach is one of the area’s warmestbeaches, popular for swimming and picnicking; an adjacent lake is agood location for bird watching. sand and surf front the village of Capi-tola at Capitola beach; its esplanade is lined with restaurants and shopsthat paint a scene of summer perfection. Just south of Capitola, backedby bluffs with cypress and Monterey pine, new brighton state beachoffers a long stretch of sand with bay views, popular with families, whilefishing and swimming are popular along seacliff state beach in Aptos,home to the historic Palo Alto cement ship. in half Moon bay area, thefour-mile stretch of Half Moon state beach is the popular destinationfor familes, whether for picknicking, sunbathing or fishing.

on the oceAnkayakinG...Adrenaline-seekers can brave thesurf off santa Cruz beaches, whilebeginners can enjoy paddling thegentle kelp beds of Monterey bayor exploring the Elkhorn sloughreserve south of Watsonville.Kayaks are for rent at santa Cruzharbor and santa Cruz Wharf. op-tions include kayak connection(831-479-1121) and VentureQuest kayaking (831-425-8445).

FisHinG & wHale watCHinG...Charter boats ply the Pacific fromsanta Cruz seasonally in search ofrock and ling cod, halibut, salmon,and albacore. these charter boatsalso offer whale watching trips,popular during the gray whale mi-gration season, December throughMarch. try stagnaro charterboats (831-427-0230); or chartlecharters (831-336-2244).

sailinG & yaCHtinG...Protected from rough water butexposed to steady and consistentwinds, santa Cruz harbor is anideal sailing port. For instruction,bareboat charters, or skipperedcharters, pacific yachting and sail-ing (831/423-7245) at santa Cruzharbor has a fleet of 14 sailingyachts year-round.

surFinG... Perfectly positioned to catch all di-rections of Pacific swell, santaCruz beaches offer great surfingand bodyboarding. Eager to tryout the famed break at steamerlane? rent a board and wetsuit atcowell’s beach surf shop (831-427-2355) in santa Cruz oro’neill surf shop (831-475-4151)in Capitola.

More inFo For further information on localoutfitters, contact the santa cruzharbor (831/475-6161) or santacruz wharf (831/420-5273). �

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sHoPPinG Centers &Destinations

cApitolA-By-the-seA. WithMonterey bay as the backdrop,this charming beach town justsouth of santa Cruz is packed withinteresting shops and dining spots,all within just a few blocks. Findeverything from handmade gifts,designer apparel and original jew-elry to retro surfer threads.

gilRoy pRemium outletsshop 145 name-brand and de-signer outlets and enjoy savingsevery day at brand stores includingAnn taylor, banana republic,Coach, gap outlet, J.Crew, Nike,Polo ralph lauren, saks Fifth Av-enue off 5th and more. Mon-sat,10-9; sun, 10-7. (gilroy: hwy. 101at Leavesley Rd.; 408/842-3729)

gReAt mAll this huge mall fea-tures more than 200 retailers of-fering big discounts off designerlabels and brand names, along witha range of dining options. Mon-sat, 10-9; sun, 11-8. (Milpitas:great Mall Pkwy.; 408/956-2033)

hillsdAle shopping centeRthe Peninsula’s largest enclosedshopping center offers a diverseselection of shopping, from fash-ion and jewelry to household andluxury items. you’ll find Macy’s,Nordstrom and sears, plus morethan 100 specialty stores includingh&M, Ecco, Forever 21, bananarepublic, Coach, barnes & Noble,restoration hardware, and theApple store. Mon-sat, 10-9; sun,11-7. (San Mateo: hillsdale Blvd. atel Camino Real; 650/345-8222)

los gAtos located in thefoothills of the santa Cruz moun-tains, just minutes from san Jose,downtown los gatos is a shop-per’s paradise in a setting that exudes small-town charm. National-brand emporia areblended with a mix of small,owner-operated boutiques andshops offering everything from the latest in high couture, casuals,sportswear and lingerie to art, jew-elry, and eyewear. (At N. SantaCruz & University Avenues)

the pRuneyARd Flowers, grace-ful palm trees, al fresco dining pa-tios, tuscan-inspired architecture


and oak-shaded parking areas pro-vide the ambiance for a medley ofshops, services, restaurants, and amovie theater. (Campbell: 1875 S.Bascom Blvd.; 408/796-3277)

sAntA cRuz A mix of interesting,mostly locally-owned shops, gal-leries and import bazaars are clus-tered in this lively downtown areaon and off Pacific Avenue. Finddesigner jewelry, unique clothingand footwear, kitchen accessories,local crafts, adventure sportsequipment, sustainably producedclothing as well as “only in santaCruz” skateboard and surf shops.

sAntAnA Row this unique Euro-pean-inspired urban neighborhoodhouses a bevy of over 70 shopsand boutiques. Well-known chainsinclude Anthropologie, Free Peo-ple, Kate spade New york, h&Mand gucci, while locally ownedboutiques such as smith Alder andAnnieglass provide a nice home-grown touch. santana row also of-fers more than 20 cafes andpopular restaurants, as well as ninespas and salons. (San Jose: StevensCreek & Winchester Blvds.;408/551-4611)

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stAnfoRd shopping centeRone of the few open-air centers inthe nation, this prestigious shop-ping center is home to more than140 world class stores, a dozenrestaurants, and four departmentstores: Neiman Marcus, blooming-dale’s, Nordstrom and Macy’s.Mon-Fri, 10-9; sat, 10-7; sun, 11-6. (Palo Alto: el Camino Real atSand hill Rd.; 650/617-8200)

town & countRy VillAgeClay tile roofs and ivy-coveredsheltered walkways made withbeams of old rail lumber are hall-marks of this Palo Alto shoppingcenter. A variety of retail estab-lishments, from apparel and jew-elry stores to specialty shops, canbe found here, as well as delisand restaurants. open daily. (PaloAlto: embarcadero Rd. & el CaminoReal; 650/325-3266)

westfield VAlley fAiR this di-verse retail center showcases acollection of 230 shops andrestaurants, such as J. Crew, Ken-neth Cole, restoration hardwareand tiffany & Co., as well asMacy’s and Nordstrom. Mon-Fri,10-9:30; sat, 10-9; sun, 11-7.(Santa Clara: 2855 Stevens CreekBlvd.; 408/248-4451)

aPPareleli thomAs mensweAR Pre-senting fashion-forward styles forall aspects of lifestyle, this store of-fers top quality merchandise bydesigners such as Eton, Agave,robert graham, Corneliani, andmore. Mon-Fri. 9-9; sat, 9-6; sun,12-5. (San Jose: 350 S. WinchesterBlvd.; 408/247-1024)

moRning gloRy this owner-managed boutique offers a fun se-lection of clothing with a vintageinfluence from los Angeles, Newyork, Paris and italy. Mon-sat, 10-6; sun, 12-5. (Burlingame: 1436Burlingame Ave.; 650/340-0301)

sAm mAlouf recently desig-nated one of Esquire Magazine’s“top 50 Men’s Clothiers in Amer-ica,” this unique store features theworld’s finest global brands inmen’s and women’s luxury appareland accessories. Mon-sat, 10:30-6:30. (Burlingame: 1460Burlingame Ave.; 650/344-1460)


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smith AldeR this intimate bou-tique represents over 30 design-ers, featuring unique, beautifuland artistic American-made andEuropean womenswear, art jew-elry and accessories. open daily.(San Jose: 377 Santana Row, Suite1055; 408/260-7555)

time out Vacationing, taking ayoga class, or simply on a casualstroll about town? this store of-fers styles by leading designersthat make you look and feel great.Accessories and jewelry also of-fered. Mon-sat, 10-6; sun, 11-5.(Los Gatos: 108 N. Santa CruzBlvd.; 408/354-8653)

art Gallery/wooDworkinGgAlleRy m this premier wood-working gallery showcases mu-seum-quality, handmade furnitureand accessories from over 100emerging and established wood-workers. open daily, except tues.(half Moon Bay: 328 Main St.;650/726-7167)

beDDinGscAndiA home From downcomforters and pillows to bedlinens and blankets, scandiahome offers the highest qualityof bedding, combining Americansensibility with European crafts-manship. Mon-sat, 10-7; sun,11-5. (Palo Alto: Town & CountryVillage, 855 el Camino Real;650/326-8583)

Flea MarketsAn Jose fleA mARket Visitthe original flea market, the onethat started the trend that hasspread across the u.s. servingthe bay Area since 1960, thismarket is a destination for familyfun. looking for an offbeat item?you’ll probably find it here. you’lleven find a ¼ mile-long farmers’market, dozens of restaurants andsnack bars, and live entertain-ment. Free admission. open Wed& Fri-sun. Parking: Fri, $3; sat,$7; sun, $10. Free Wednesdaysand before 9am. (San Jose: 1590Berryessa Rd., between hwys. 101and 680; 408/453-1110)


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tablewareAnnieglAss With a new locationat santana row, this store offershandcrafted glass tableware,gifts for the home and a beau-tiful selection of jewelrythoughtfully curated by award-winning artist Annie Morhauser.Mon-Sat, 10-9; Sun, 11-7. (SanJose: 377 Santana Row; 831/761-2041 x 21)

toys & GiFtsAutomoBuild this friendlyfamily-run store offers a fun as-sortment of models, remote con-trol cars, puzzles and building-typetoys. Mon-sat, 10–6; sun, 10-5.(Los gatos: 21 W. Main St.;408/402-3818)

oddysseA From mind-engagingboard games to fossils, rocks andterraniums, the collection of curiosand products encourages an inter-active arts and sciences experi-ence. open daily, 11-5; closedWed. (half Moon Bay: 617 MainSt.; 650/440-4555)

sieRRA toy soldieR compAnyA selection of high quality col-lectibles ranges from historical fig-ures to model aircraft. Mon-sat,10–6; sun, 12–5. (Los gatos: 29 N.Santa Cruz Ave.; 408/395-3000) �

JewelrykeRns fine JewelRy servingthe bay Area since 1944, Kerns isan authorized retailer for rolex,Patek Philippe, hermes, buccellati,seaman schepps, links of london,tudor, baume & Mercier and more.Kerns also carries many innovative,lesser-known European designers.(Burlingame: 214 Lorton Ave.;650/348-7557)

pAtRonik designs fine JewelRy this high-end store spe-cializes in custom-designed jewelryby owner Nick Kosturos, as well asaward-winning designers includingtirisi, luvente, Maria Margoni, andMakur. tues-sat, 10:30-5:30; sun,12-5. (Burlingame: 314 LortonAve.; 650/ 344-0402)

kitCHenwarechefwoRks With its emphasison quality cooking tools, this storeoffers everything for the homechef—from premium cookware,bakeware and serveware to linens,gourmet foods and cookbooks.sun-thurs, 10-6; Fri-sat, 10-9.(Santa Cruz: 1527 Pacific Ave.;831/426-1351)

toque BlAnche this store of-fers just the right tools you needfor your kitchen, carrying highquality brands such as Mauviel,Wusthof and breville. handmadeChamba cookware from Colombia,beautiful tableware and a range ofgourmet food products also of-fered. open daily. (half Moon Bay:604 Main St.; 650/726-2898)

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elA lingeRie this boutique fea-tures high-quality lingerie fromleading European designers insizes 32A–46h. Along with well-known brands such as liseCharmel, le Mystere, Aubade,Wolford, Prima Donna and simonePerele, Ela also features excitingnew designers such as MarliesDekkers, Fleur t and i.D. sarrieri, instyles from everyday to special oc-casion. beautiful sleepwear andloungewear includes styles byitaly’s rossella and other leadingdesigners. Expert fittings are of-fered by owner, Marcia. both

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BiRk’s reminiscent of a bustlingbrasserie, complete with impecca-ble service and lively atmosphere,the well-executed menu at thisclassic American grill includes anarray of dishes using top-notch in-gredients. highlights include hand-cut prime bone-in rib chops, bluecheese filet mignon, Moroccan-spiced lamb rack, and certifiedAngus New york steak, all grilledover almond wood and mesquitecharcoal. Fresh seafood—fromseared ahi sashimi to Maine lob-ster tail and black pepper-crustedsea bass—are also available. thebar has equally varied offerings,such as micro-brewed beers, pre-mium spirits, domestic wines andeven cigars. lunch: Mon-Fri,11:15-2:30. Dinner: Mon-sat, 5-10; sun, 5-9. (Santa Clara: 3955Freedom Circle; 408/980-6400)

douBle d’s spoRts gRillegreat food, a lively atmosphere, aplethora of sports events on highdefinition tVs, two pool tables,

and a full bar make this a populardestination. the menu featuresburgers, pizzas, pastas, seafoodand more. lunch and dinner daily.(Los gatos: 354 N. Santa Cruz Ave.;408/395-6882)

menlo gRill BistRo & BARCasual yet sophisticated, thisclassic American grill serves fresh,locally sourced California cuisine.both bistro style indoor seatingor summer outdoor fireside din-ing in the courtyard are offered.open daily for breakfast, lunchand dinner. (Menlo Park: StanfordPark hotel, 100 el Camino Real;650/330-2790)

the mountAin house Enjoygenerous servings of seafood,steak, veal, venison, pasta andhomemade desserts in a rustic,candle-lit dining room. lunchserved sun starting at 2pm. Dinner served Wed-sun. (Wood-side: 13808 Skyline Blvd.;650/851-8541)

shAdowBRook A hillside “cablecar” and path lead you down lush

gardens with waterfalls and rockwalls to this restaurant on thebanks of a creek where you canenjoy creative specials and tradi-tional offerings in a rustic setting.(Capitola: Wharf & Capitola Rd.;831/475-1511)

aMeriCan/ ConteMPoraryJohn Bentley’s owner/chefJohn bentley’s menu of delicious,innovative American cuisine fea-tures sustainably farmed produce,free-range beef and the freshest ofseafood possible. Enjoy all this inan inviting atmosphere with a fullbar and an excellent selection ofwines. lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner:Mon-sat. (Redwood City: 2915 elCamino Real; 650/365-7777)

pARcel 104 using ingredientsfrom local growers, ranches anddairies, celebrity chef bradleyogden’s ever-changing menu re-flects what’s in season, engagingpatrons’ palates with innovativecreations cooked in an exhibition


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kitchen. A custom wine cellarstocks an award-winning selectionof 550 wines. breakfast daily.lunch and dinner, Mon-Fri. (SantaClara: 2700 Mission College Blvd.,at the Santa Clara Marriott;408/970-6104)

VAult 164 located in downtownsan Mateo, Vault 164’s eclectic,contemporary menu includes suchchoices as bourbon and mapleglazed pork chop and a savory flat-bread with caramelized onion, Ap-plewood smoked bacon, andCambozola cheese. Full bar. lunchMon-Fri; dinner daily. (San Mateo:164 South B St.; 650/348-8164)

west pARk BistRo Contempo-rary cuisine is complemented by astellar 2,000-bottle wine collec-tion. Menu items range from lob-ster cakes, bacon-wrapped dates,and octopus salad to scallopsrisotto and herb-crusted rack oflamb. rich tones, an urban designand an open kitchen create aninviting atmosphere. sidewalkseating available. lunch Mon-Fri;dinner nightly. (San Carlos: 788Laurel St.; 650/453-3313)


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pAmpAs this swank and luxuriousbrazilian churrascaria offers unlim-ited portions of meats, spit-roastedchurrasco-style and brought toyour table by circulating waiters.included in the prix fixe menu is a

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bountiful side bar of seasonal veg-etables, fresh salads and artisancheese. Full bar. lunch Mon-Fri;dinner nightly. (Palo Alto: 529 AlmaSt.; 650/327-1323)

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RAngoon RuBy burmese cui-sine—a fusion of thai, Chinese,and indian—is taken to an elevatedheight at this group of Peninsularestaurants. the menu pleases themost diverse and sophisticated ofpalates with options such asburmese tea leaf salad, hand-crafted wok dishes and shareablefamily-style plates, complementedby an array of exquisite cocktails.lunch, dinner and happy hourdaily. (Palo Alto: 445 emerson St.;650/323-6543 & 326 UniversityAve.; 650/285-2770. San Carlos:680 Laurel Ave.; 650/592-1852;Belmont: 1000 6th Ave.; 650/591-4156. Burlingame: 1219Burlingame Ave.; 650/381-9756. )

CaFecAffe fRAscAti Find a little sliceof italy right in the heart of down-town san Jose. sip one of their fa-mous cappuccinos, try a tastypanini, experience live music, orjust enjoy happy hour with friends.beer and wine also offered. Mon-thurs, 7:30am-10pm; Fri, 7:30am-midnight; sat, 8am-midnight; sun,8am-9pm. (San Jose: 315 S. FirstSt.; 408/287-0400)

CaliFornia Cuisine 3 RestAuRAnt Creative foodmade from scratch, herbs from theliving wall, vegetables from theroof-top garden, and other care-fully sourced organic, farm-raisedproducts celebrate the bay Area’sethnic and cultural diversity. Awide selection of craft beers,whiskeys and wines plus handcrafted cocktails rounds out yourmeal. breakfast, lunch and dinnerdaily. (San Mateo: 50 e. 3rd Ave.;650/344-9444)

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lA fontAnA sophisticated yetcasual California dining is inspiredby the Mediterranean riviera. An array of tasty choices includespan-roasted Pacific salmon, grilledlamb chops, steaks and pastasalong with a wide range of saladsas well as “heart healthy” choicessuch as grilled chicken muffaletta.be sure to try their homemadedesserts! open daily for breakfast,lunch, and dinner. (Santa Clara:hilton Santa Clara, 4949 greatAmerica Pkwy.; 408/330-0001)

CHinese chef chu’s A Peninsula favoritesince 1970, this renowned family-owned restaurant was the first tointroduce Mandarin cuisine to thearea. renowned master cheflawrence Chu, continues to su-pervise operations. Perfect forlarge and small parties, the epicmenu has something for every-one, including favorites likehunan chicken; baked miso-glazed sea bass; crispy sichuanbeef; and lovers’ Prawns—an ex-clusive house special. take-out

available. lunch and dinner daily:Mon-Fri, 11:30-9:30; sat-sun,12-10. (Los Altos: 1067 N. SanAntonio Rd.; 650/948-2696)

mAyfloweR serving fine Can-tonese cuisine, this restaurant isrenowned for its sumptuous dimsum and fresh seafood. over 100varieties of dim sum are serveddaily at lunchtime, while themenu highlights a tremendousvariety of seafood specialties.Dim sum, lunch and dinner daily.(Milpitas: Milpitas Square, 428Barber Lane; 408/922-2700)

FrenCHchAntilly Zagat-rated as oneof the country’s top French-Northern italian restaurants, thishas been the restaurant of choicefor silicon Valley’s elite since1976. reminiscent of a Frenchchateau, Chantilly’s ambiance issophisticated, yet relaxed. the ex-tensive wine cellar reflects thebest of California and Frenchwines, and offers an intimate din-ing space as well. Chef bernabe’sdelicious specialties includes hissignature dish Maine lobster ravi-oli, succulent roasted MapleleafFarm duck, braised short ribs,seared ahi tuna, and indulgentsoufflés. Chantilly also offers anaffordable 3 course prix fixemenu. With its impeccable serv-ice and private rooms, Chantillyoffers pure dining pleasure and isperfect for any occasion. DinnerMon-sat, 5:30-10. (RedwoodCity: 3001 el Camino Real;650/321-4080)

FrenCH, ConteMPoraryle pApillon since 1977, lePapillon has carried out a tradi-tion of serving the finest cuisine,beautifully presented in an ele-gant, quiet setting, with serviceto match. over the years, acco-lades have accumulated, includ-ing glowing reviews by the SanJose Mercury News and top rat-ings in Zagat surveys. Much ofthe restaurant’s success is thanksto executive chef scott Cooper’samazing culinary talents. Withsumptuously prepared epicurean


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nut brie to prime rib and grilledsalmon almondine. Courtyard seat-ing available. brunch/lunch/ Din-ner: tues-sun. happy hour:tues-Fri, 3:30-6; thurs, 9-close;Fri-sat, 10:30-close. (RedwoodCity: 863 Main St.; 650/679-8184)

centRAl pARk BistRo thispopular mid-Peninsula restaurantoffes an eclectic menu withstarters such as duck pâté withapricot chutney and entrée high-lights including pomegranate-glazed grilled Australian lambchops or skirt steak with blacktruffle mashed potato. A Winespectator Award of Excellence.sidewalk seating; full bar. lunchMon-Fri, 11:30-2:30; Dinner daily,5-9:30. (San Mateo: 181 e. 4thAve.; 650/558-8401)

hult’s Premised upon farm-to-table dining, this elegant restau-rant offers world-influencedCalifornia cuisine along with a va-riety of California boutique wines,specialty cocktails, and craftbeers. lunch and dinner: tues-sun. (Los gatos: 165 Los gatos-Saratoga Rd.; 408/354-3434)

delights made from the freshestseasonal ingredients, his prix fixeand tasting menus reflect his pas-sion and dedication to world-classcuisine. Private rooms available.lunch: Fri, 11:30-2:30. Dinnerdaily. (San Jose: 410 Saratoga Ave.at Kiely Blvd. off hwy. 280;408/296-3730)

inDianRAsoi RestAuRAnt & loungethis stylish restaurant offers con-temporary North indian dishes in-fused with vibrant Pakistaniflavors. Come for a sizzling tan-doori specialty, a scrumptious tikkamassala, or just a sip of your fa-vorite libation with a small plate inthe cozy fireplace-lit lounge. opendaily, 5-10; lounge until midnight,Fri-sat. (Burlingame: 1425Burlingame Ave.; 650/579-5661)

islanDcoconuts listen to a sound-track of reggae, calypso andrhumba as you dine on Caribbeanand West indian classics such asbraised oxtail, curried goat, codfishfritters, and adobo-crusted Newyork steak. lunch: tues-Fri. Dinner:tues-sun. (Palo Alto: 642 RamonaSt.; 650/329-9533)

italian il postAle this italian-Americanbistro is a popular spot in sunny-vale’s lively compact downtownarea. the menu’s offerings rangefrom appetizers such as carpaccioand bruschetta to a range of tastyentrées, pastas and —plus a greatdessert list! Vegetarian and veganoptions also offered. lunch: Mon-Fri; Dinner, daily. (Sunnyvale: 100S. Murphy Ave.; 408/733-9600)

mAggiAno’s With its laid backatmosphere reminiscent of old-time Europe, Maggiano’s is notedfor its hearty, robust, and lavishlysized servings of southern italiancuisine, all made from scratch. Pri-vate banquet facilities. Full bar.lunch & Dinner: Mon-thurs, 11-10; Fri-sat, 11-11; sun, 11-10.(San Jose: Santana Row, 3055 OlinAve.; 408/423-8973)


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pAesAno this cozy eatery in arefurbished early 1900s home atthe edge of downtown san Joseoffers a mixture of delicious classics along with original disheswith a sicilian flair. seating alsoavailable at the bar or alfresco onthe patio. lunch: Mon-Fri, 11-2.Dinner: sun-thurs, 5-9; Fri-sat, 5-10. (San Jose: 350 W. Julian St.;408/217-9327)

quAttRo this acclaimed PaloAlto dining venue showcases ChefMarco Fossati’s contemporarymenu of italian heritage cuisinewith a Californian twist. housemade pastas, daily specials andseasonal dishes are accompaniedby thoughtfully selected winesfrom California and throughout theworld. garden terrace seating of-fered, weather permitting. break-fast: 6:30-11am. lunch: Mon-Fri,11:30-2:30; sat-sun, 11-2:30.Dinner: Daily, 5:30-10. (east PaloAlto: Four Seasons hotel, 2050University Ave.; 650/566-1200)

RistoRAnte RoccA Whimsicalmurals, a lofty Florentine copperand bronze ceiling and a Venetian-style balcony provide a pleasingambiance to complement fineNorthern italian cuisine. Full bar.lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner nightly.(Burlingame: 1205 Broadway Ave.;650/344-3900)

ViVAce RistoRAnte Emphasiz-ing the Northern italian regions ofPiemonte and toscana, the cuisinehere incorporates the freshest sea-sonal ingredients available. Fullservice bar offered, as well as pri-vate dining facilities for specialevents. lunch: Mon-Fri, 11:30-2.Dinner: Mon-sat, 5-10; sun 5-9.(Belmont: 1910 Ralston Ave.;650/637-0611)

JaPanese house of genJi Enjoy a mealthat’s as delicious as it is entertain-ing. house specials, including steakand lobster, are prepared at eachtable by expert chefs who cookand serve your meal right beforeyour eyes on a teppan grill. try thegenji Combination featuring steakand jumbo prawns—it’s been a fa-vorite for more than 40 years!sushi is also available. lunch: Mon-

Fri, 11:30-2. Dinner: Mon-thurs,5-9:30; Fri, 5-10; sat, 4-10; sun,4-9. (San Jose: 1335 N. First St.;408/453-8120)

kyoto pAlAce Delicious foodsizzling on a teppan flat-top grill;chefs chopping, flipping and dicingfood; patrons laughing and snap-ping photos—this is a typical sceneat this fun dining spot, tuckedaway on the second floor ofCampbell’s Pruneyard shoppingCenter. Kyoto Palace’s reputationfor top-notch Japanese- stylesteaks, fresh seafood and sushi isonly rivaled by its chefs’ renownedshowmanship, which has beenkeeping customers coming backfor more than 30 years. Choosefrom a variety of fresh sushi,sashimi, tempura and teriyaki, ortry a special dish like lobster, scal-lops or filet mignon. Check thewebsite for monthly specials andevents. Mon-Fri, 11:30-2 & 5-10;sat, 4-10; sun, 4-9. (Campbell:Pruneyard Shopping Center, 1875S. Bascom Ave.; 408/377-6456)

korean RestAuRAnt chungdAm thisstylish restaurant presents the finestof Korean flavors in a modern am-biance with a traditional touch. Withingredients high in quality, nutritionand flavor, the menu ranges from hotpots, stews and seafood to barbecuemeats to be grilled tableside. openfor lunch and dinner Mon-sat: 11am-2:30pm; 5-9:30pm. (Santa Clara:3180 El Camino Real; 408/246-1208)

latin aMeriCan/sPanisHcAscAl old World taste meetsNew World appeal at this vibrantrestaurant. tapas-style plates and avariety of ceviches and paellas areoffered in a stylish setting. bringingtogether the traditions, bold fla-vors and warm hospitality of spainand latin America, the deliciousresults are matched with sexycocktails and live music. opendaily from 11:30am for lunch,tapas and dinner. (Mountain View:400 Castro St.; 650/940-9500)

lV mAR this casually upscalerestaurant brings out the finest incontemporary latin American cui-sine. Creatively and deliciouslyreinventing familiar dishes, themenu includes choices from ahituna ceviche with jicama, mango,taro root, and serrano chile con-sommé to pumpkin seed-crustedhalibut and rib-eye steak withchorizo in a chimichurri sauce. Fullbar; outdoor sidewalk seating.open daily for lunch and dinner.(Redwood City: 2042 Broadway St.;650/241-3111)

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cheVys home of fresh Mex, allmenu items here—from fajitas andribs to roasted salsa and tortillas—are prepared fresh to order andserved in a lively border cantina-style atmosphere. lunch and din-ner daily. (San Jose: 5305 Almadenexpwy; 408/266-1815)


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mezcAl oaxacan art, brick wallsand a beautiful bar create a dis-tinctive atmosphere in which todine on authentic oaxacan food aswell as more traditional Mexicancuisine. the full bar includes awide range of tequilas. Patio seat-ing available. lunch: Mon-Fri; Din-ner daily. (San Jose: 25 W. SanFernando St.; 408/283-9595)

sixto’s cAntinA At this livelyrestaurant with a hacienda-styledécor, Mexican cuisine rooted inJaliscan tradition is made with thefreshest of ingredients, as are theartisanal cocktails. lunch and din-ner daily. (Burlingame: 1448Burlingame Ave.; 650/342-7600)

MoroCCan menARA moRoccAn With itsexotic architectural details, jewel-toned pillows and plush couches,this Casablanca-style restaurantoffers nightly belly dancing andMoroccan cuisine, served finger-food style. Diners are treated totheir choice of six-course meals,each including a refreshing saladeMoroccaines; b’stilla, a sweet andsavory chicken pastry; couscous;mint tea; and baklava. locatednext to light rail, Menara also of-fers a full bar and banquet facilitiesfor up to 300. be sure to try theenchanting Moroccan Magic cock-tail, made with rum, sweet andsour mix, and orange and pineap-ple juices. Dinner: nightly 6-10.(San Jose: 41 e. gish Rd. at N. FirstSt.; 408/453-1983)

PatisserieAlexAndeR’s pAtisseRie Anexquisite selection of sweet andsavory treats including macarons,cakes, tarts, cookies, chocolatesand confections along withbreads and gourmet sandwiches.Executive pastry chef Dries De-langhe uses only top quality in-gredients in creations that reflectboth traditional European trainingand contemporary techniques.Mon-Wed, 8am-10pm; thurs-sat,8am-11pm; sun, 8am-8pm.(Mountain View: 209 Castro St.;650/864-9999)


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and shrimp tostadas to entreessuch as coconut-crusted prawnsand grilled salmon yucateco.lunch and dinner tues-sun. (Redwood City: 1772 BroadwaySt.; 650/679-8141)

scott’s seAfood Enjoy viewsof downtown san Jose from thecasually elegant 6th floor diningroom or rooftop patio along withthe ocean’s bounty at this beauti-fully appointed restaurant. themenu features the freshestseafood, including salmon, ahituna, Dungeness crab and lobstertail, as well as a range of primedry-aged steaks, salad, chicken,and pasta. A full bar and extensivewine list complement the sophisti-cated menu. scott’s private dining

room with fireplace and specialmenus are available for corporateor social events. lunch: Mon-Fri,11:30-5. Dinner: Mon-sat, from5pm; sun, from 4:30pm. (Down-town San Jose: 185 Park Ave.;408/971-1700.)

the seA By AlexAndeR’s thispremier seafood dining destinationfocuses on rich, sumptuous morselsfresh from the sea. the talentedculinary team blends contemporarycuisine with Japanese sensibilityand ingredients, prepared withflair. Dinner: tues-sat, 5:30-9:30pm; sun-Mon, 5:30-9pm.(Palo Alto: 4269 el Camino Real;650/213-1111)

steakHouseAlexAndeR’s steAkhouseMelding innovation and tradition,this refined steakhouse featuresits own dry-aging room and anaward-winning wine list. Creativepreparations of American and imported Japanese Wagyu beefreflect Japanese influences.lunch: tues-Fri. Dinner nightly.(Cupertino: 19379 Stevens CreekBlvd.; 408/446-2222)

foRBes mill this sophisticatedrestaurant offers Prime CertifiedAngus beef and all-natural Kobebeef, along with seafood choicessuch as raw oysters, Furikake ahituna and West Australian lobstertail. Dinner daily. (Los gatos: 206 N.Santa Cruz Ave.; 408/395-6434)


PeruvianlA costAneRA Experience theculinary richness of Peruvian cui-sine at this modern fusion restau-rant with a spectacular view of thePacific ocean. From ceviches,causas, empanadas, and street-in-spired skewers to entrées such asslow-braised pork shoulder and avariety of seafood choices, themenu offers outstanding dishesboth contemporary and traditional.Full bar. Dinner tues-sun. ClosedMon. (Montara: 8150 Cabrillohwy.; 888/370-6801)

seaFooD cRow’s nest Wall-to-wall win-dows offer ocean and harborviews at this friendly, casualrestaurant with exceptional food.the menu features a delicious vari-ety of the freshest seafood as wellas other specialties such as Mid-western aged beef, shellfish, pasta,and an abundant salad bar. theupstairs grill serves appetizers andcasual meals throughout the day;live music and dancing offered inthe lounge. lunch and dinner daily.(Santa Cruz: At the Santa Cruz har-bor; 831/476-4560)

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moRton’s the steAkhouseMorton’s prides itself on qualityand consistency, featuring usDAprime-aged steak and freshseafood. Dine in the luxurious din-ing room, in the bar or outside onthe patio. Dinner daily. (San Jose:177 Park Ave.; 408/947-7000)

sundAnce the steAkhousethis upscale steakhouse, family-owned and operated for morethan 40 years, features hand-cutcertified Angus beef. Enjoy slow-roasted prime rib, specially agedNew york strip loin and tender filetmignon in the candlelit, mahoganydining room. in addition to award-winning beef, sundance prides it-self on serving the freshestseafood and shellfish available. Pairyour meal with wine from the na-tionally recognized list. the cozyfireplace lounge is ideal for sippingmartinis and aged single-maltscotch. lunch: Mon-Fri, 11:30-2.Dinner: Mon-thurs, 5-10; Fri-sat,5-10:30; sun, 5-9. (Palo Alto: 1921el Camino Real; 650/321-6798)

tHaithAiphoon this cozy restaurantserves up delectable pan-Asiancuisine. the focus is on thai, butalso has room for many classic aswell as original dishes drawn fromindian and southeast Asian cook-ing. lunch: Mon-sat. Dinnernightly. (Palo Alto: 543 emerson St.;650/323-7700)

wine barVyne BistRo At this modernwine bistro in downtown sanJose, cozy up to the fireplace inthe contemporary lounge, or sitby the floor-to-ceiling windowsand watch the world go by. themenu is varied and well balanced,emphasizing freshness and qual-ity. From salads and paninis toseafood and house specials, thedishes are perfect for pairing withthe diverse list of wine that isanything but standard. Mon-sat,5-11:30pm. happy hour: Mon-Fri, 5-7pm. Mon, 7pm til closing:40% off wine bottle list. (San Jose:110 Paseo de San Antonio;408/375-2618) �


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bars & lounGes 55 south this bar/lounge isknown for its craft cocktails aswell as its wine and whisky selec-tions. sun-thurs, 7pm-12am; Fri-sat, 7pm-1:30am. (San Jose: 55 S.1st St.; 408/288-6000)

cAscAl From flamenco to latinjazz, live music Fri-sat at thisrestaurant provides a lively nightscene. (Mountain View: 400 Cas-tro St.; 650/940-9500)

the continentAl this airy barwith an outdoor patio is deckedout with comfortable sofas. sip oncraft beers and cocktails while en-joying sports on tV as well asboth DJ and live music. open til2am nightly. (San Jose: 349 S. 1stSt., San Jose; 408/982-3461)

hedley cluB lounge thislounge at the hotel De Anzaserves up cocktails and bar bitesin a 1930s atmosphere, with livejazz by local artists, Wed-sat.Mon, til 10pm; tues-thurs, til11pm; Fri-sat, til 12:30am; sun, til9. (San Jose: 233 W. Santa ClaraSt.; 408/286-1000)

the loBBy lounge the Fair-mont san Jose’s luxurious loungeoffers creative cocktails and barsnacks, along with live musicnightly. Mon-sat, til 12am; sun til11pm. (San Jose: 170 S. MarketSt.; 408/998-1900)

loft BAR And BistRo Fri-satafter 10:30pm, the dining roomturns into an ultra lounge, withDJs spinning house music or top40 hits. bar open til 1:30am,thurs-sat. (San Jose: 90 S. 2nd St.;408/291-0677)

RAil cluB this modern sportsbar and cocktail lounge is the per-fect watering hole to watch yourfavorite sports. Enjoy hand-crafted drinks and catch the ac-tion on 21 hD tV big screens.Mon-thurs, 4pm-12am; Fri-sat,4pm-1am. (San Carlos: 612 ElCamino Real; 650/622-9708)

tAnq this chic, underwater-themed lounge, located inside thesan Jose Marriott, offers a full barmenu, an ever-changing cocktaillist and an assortment of smalland large plates. open daily at4pm. (San Jose: 301 South MarketSt., 408/280-1300)

live MusiC AngelicA’s Enjoy fine dining withlive entertainment and a full bar.in July: Bug horn Rex (July 1);pamela Rose & her swinging Band(July 7); michael skinner & finaltouch Band (July 8); the Ron gar-iffo orchestra (July 9); mike gal-isatus Big Band (July 10); peteescovedo (July 15); John lestertrio (July 21); Aja Vu and stealin’chicago (July 22); the touch ofclass Band (July 23); and Rolandosanchez & the chicano All-starlatin Band (July 24). (RedwoodCity: 863 Main St.; 650/679-8184)


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thurs, 8pm; Fri, 8 & 10pm; sat, 7& 9pm; sun, 7pm. (San Jose: 62 S.2nd St.; 408/280-7475)

CarD rooMs BAy 101 this popular casino offers an exciting cardroom environment, 24/7. Catch all the action with games such astexas hold ’em, 21st Centuryblackjack, EZ baccarat, 3-cardPoker, Pai gow tiles, Pai gowPoker and more. (San Jose: 1801Bering Rd.; 408/451-8888)

cAsino m8tRix head for tablegames, cocktails and dining at thisentertainment destination, 24/7,365 days a year. Enjoy card gamesincluding blackjack, baccarat, Paigow, texas hold’em, and more.(San Jose: 50 Airport Pkwy.;408/244-3333)�

cAfé stRitch this san Jose hotspot for live music is a destina-tion for jazz and indie perform-ances. Wed-sat, 4pm-2am; sun,4pm til midnight. (San Jose: 374S. First St.; 408/280-6161)

cluB fox July shows at thiscabaret-style nightclub include:rock cover band dutch uncle(July 9); Neil Diamond tributeband super diamond (July 16);and grateful Dead tribute bandchina cats (July 23). 8pm. (Red-wood City: 2209 Broadway St.;877/435-9849)

JJ’s Blues cluB the place forblues for more than 20 years, JJ’soffers live music nightly by bothestablished and up-and-comingacts. (San Jose: 3439 StevensCreek Blvd.; 408/243-6441)

pooR house BistRo live musicat this New orleans joint high-lights blues and jazz, Wed-satevenings & sun pm. (San Jose: 91S. Autumn St.; 408/292-5837)

the sAddle RAck For a touchof country, this nightclub withmultiple dance floors offers livemusic, with everything from localbands to national touring actsperforming both country androck music. Wed-thurs, 7pm-midnight; Fri-sat, 7pm-1:30am.(Fremont: 42011 Boscell Rd.;510/979-0535)

sAVAnnA JAzz this laid-backclub offers cocktails and casualbar fare along with nightly livejazz. Mon-thurs, 3pm-2am; Fri,2pm-2am; sat-sun, 11am-2am.see calendar at savannajazz.com.(San Carlos: 1189 Laurel St.;650/453-3683)

niGHtClubs opAl this upscale nightclub of-fers weekend DJs & dancing.(Mountain View: 251 Castro St.;650/318-6732)

puRe lounge this Vegas-styleclub offers bottle service, DJs andlive music. (Sunnyvale: 146 S.Murphy Ave.; 408/732-2121)

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CoMeDy ClubscomedyspoRtz two teams ofcomedians compete for audiencelaughs while improvising scenes.Fri-sat. (San Jose: Camera 3, 288 S.Second St.; 408/985-LAFF)

RoosteR t. feAtheRs Featuringsome of the best comediansaround, July performances include:Robert powell (July 1-3); nickguerra (July 7-10); mark Viera (July14-17); Barry Rothbart (July 21-24); and sammy obeid (July 28-31). (Sunnyvale: 157 W. El Camino;408/736-0921)

the impRoV July highlights atthis comedy club include: Julianmccullough (July 1-3); david Alangrier (July 7-10); mike epps (July15-17); colin kane (July 22-24);and Joel mchale (July 29-30).


sAntA cRuz AiRpoRt flyeRoffers shuttle service from santaCruz to san Jose Airport.(831/423-5937)

VtA provides bus, light rail andparatransit services throughoutthe santa Clara County, includingCampbell, Cupertino, gilroy, losAltos, los gatos, Milpitas, Montesereno, Morgan hill, MountainView, Palo Alto, san Jose, santaClara, saratoga and sunnyvale.VtA also offers 20 free Park &ride lots at various light rail sta-tions and transit centers, whichalso connect to Caltrain.(408/321-2300; www.vta.org) �

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AmtRAk offers train service fromsan Jose goes to oakland, sacra-mento, and Monterey. (800/USA-RAIL; www.amtrak.com)

BARt services san Francisco andthe East bay, with connectionsfrom Daly City to Fremont via sanFrancisco, and over to richmondand Concord. A shuttle train runsevery 15min from sFo to theMillbrae station, which connectsto the Caltrain system. (Bay AreaRapid Transit; 510/465-2278;www.bart.gov)

cAltRAin provides rail servicebetween san Francisco and sanJose with weekday service togilroy. shuttle bus connection tosan Jose Airport, and a connec-tion at Millbrae station via bArtto sFo are also offered.(800/660-4287 or 650/508-6200; www.caltrain.com)

dAsh. this free shuttle connectsthe san Jose Diridon transit Center with light rail, san JoseMcEnery Convention Center, sanJose state university and more.runs every 8-10 mins. (San Jose’sDowntown Area Shuttle; 408/321-2300; www.vta.org)

gReyhound Bus. bus serviceoffers connection between citiesacross the nation. (800/231-2222; www.greyhound.com)

highwAy 17 expRess Bus.buses run daily from san JoseCaltrain station to santa Cruz;schedules vary. (831/425-8600;www.scmtd.com)

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