Got Young Los Gatos Readers? A Must-Read Graphic Novel for Girls

This wonderful debut novel is about finding your passion and your confidence.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Announces Summer Concert Line-Up!

Who's playing the FREE Friday Night Bands on the Beach? Check it out ...

South Bay Teen Idol Finals Are April 25 in Los Gatos

Ten of the South Bay's best teenage vocalists will compete in the South Bay Teen Idol finals at the JCC on Saturday, April 25 at 7:00pm.

Have A Li'l Los Gatos Chef? Cooking Up a Great Book for Kids

Do you have a child who likes to create masterpieces in the kitchen? There's a book for that!

Congrats! Local Students Win National Teen Poetry Contest

Read their beautiful poems here! And, entries for 2015 Teen Poetry Contest for Santa Clara County Library District now being accepted.

For Los Gatos Youngsters: Picture Book for Dog Lovers

Do you have a child that loves cute dogs? There's a book for that!

At CuriOdyssey: Colossal Structures 'Canstructed' to Benefit Santa Clara Co. Food Bank

The program for young children will help feed the hungry. Stop by today - Saturday - with canned food donations and to view 'canstruction'!

Don't Miss This, Los Gatos High Schoolers: Paid Summer Internships With Transit Group

Better, yet ... the positions pay $12.25 an hour! Application deadline is Sunday, March 22.

For Your Los Gatos Readers: Book to Inspire Young People

Do you want your children to have a world view and understand the great gifts they have been given? There's a book for that!

Host an AFS Exchange Student. Gain a global family member for a lifetime!

Do you love to travel? Hosting an AFS exchange student is a great way to learn about another culture right in your own home.

Who's Going To Be The Next Miss Los Gatos?

Open call for contestants is March 28 at Hult's restaurant.

Secrets for Planning the Perfect Family Safari

Certain considerations can make the difference between a memorable family holiday and an unforgettable one!

Awww ... Help Name Adorable Baby Penguins At Academy of Sciences

Vote online for names for new chicks. One idea: "Bert." Get it? Dick Van Dyke's character, who danced with penguins in "Mary Poppins."

2nd Saturday on the Farm - Robotics in Agriculture!

Family-friendly fun! Educational activities for children!

Young Genius 2015 Summer Camps

14375 Saratoga Ave, Saratoga, CA www.bayareadebate.com helen@younggenius.org 650-563 4261

Dear Los Gatos Parents: Books That Make Your Kids Smarter

Do your kids like a fascinating mystery? Do you want them to learn about the scientific method? There's a book for that!

Heading to SF Chinese New Year Parade, Weekend Festivities, Los Gatos?

The parade begins at 5:15 p.m. Saturday. Events aplenty on Sunday, too!

Your Travel Specialist On: A World of Benefits as Unique as You!

VIP Experiences and expert craftsmanships. We have our finger on the pulse of the latest and greatest.

Lil' SLUGGERS BASEBALL TRAINING FOR 2-6 YEAR OLDS AVAILABLE

NEW BASEBALL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR PRE-SCHOOL GIRLS AND BOYS! FOR LOS GATOS, SANTA CLARA, MOUNTAIN VIEW RESIDENTS!

Keep Your Los Gatos Little Ones Reading: Here's Perfect Alphabet Book

Can an alphabet book rock their world? Prepare to be amazed!

South Bay Teen Idol finalists announced -- four are from Los Gatos schools

Four Los Gatos teens have been chosen as finalists in the South Bay Teen Idol singing competition for 2015.

Amanda Montez Joins Sempervirens Fund's Board of Directors

Communications and Engagement Specialist brings insights on open space outreach to underserved communities.

4 Tips for Picking the Perfect Summer Camp for Kids

A day camp close to home or a sleep away extravaganza in Colorado? Here’s how to make summer camp an epic experience.

Top 4 Destinations in California for Spring Break

Spring Break is just weeks away..book now to lock-in deals.

Two Bay Area Museums Named Finalists For Highest U.S. Honor For Museums and Libraries

Haven't treated the family lately to visits at Chabot Space & Science Center or The Tech Museum of Innovation? Do it! Congrats to both.

Santa Clara County Supes Declare February 'Rotary Awareness Month'

“Service Above Self” is more than a motto for the South Bay and Peninsula Rotarians.

Love Waterfalls? California has 2 on This List of Top 5

Looking for a getaway this weekend or for spring break? Check these beautiful photos.

Docs paint! Nurses garden! Kaiser's Day of Service on MLK Holiday

Dozens of Northern California schools revitalized by Kaiser Permanente volunteers

SilVal Special Olympics athlete rides Kaiser Permanente Rose Parade Float

Stephanie Ching of Cupertino to ride KP-Sponsored Special Olympics float Jan 1st.

Holiday for Transplanted Hearts at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara

Transplant patients, caregivers share joy of "just being here" at 20th annual Kaiser Santa Clara event

Donate Blood in Los Gatos

The holidays are busy, but blood donations are still needed.

St. Mary's Country Fair a Huge Success

Proceeds help support St. Mary’s parish and school. More than 800 volunteers helped.

Volunteers Needed to Pick Up Food for Charity

Restaurants, caterers, bakeries, hospitals, event planners, corporate cafeterias, and hotels all donate food that would otherwise be wasted.

Resource Available to Find Local Giving Opportunities

GreatNonprofits has been called the Yelp of nonprofits.

Local Park Awarded $25,000 Grant

The money will be used at Portola Redwoods State Park

This Quick-Thinking Off-Duty CHP Officer Helped Save a Boy's Life

The California Highway Patrol officer was grocery shopping when he noticed that something was wrong with the 5-year-old.

Big Basin Up for Historic Designation

The beloved redwoods sanctuary is California’s oldest state park.

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

2 Teens From Los Gatos, Mill Valley Team Up To Dispel 'Princess' Mindset, Promote Diversity In Children's Books

"Having grown up with Disney movies, we remember admiring Snow White and Belle for their beauty, yet noticing their constant reliability and dependency on Prince Charming," wrote the two girls, ages 17 and 16.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.