🌱 Patch AM: Discover the surprising stories behind Saratoga’s historic Madronia Cemetery

Morning Saratoga! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Discover the surprising stories behind Saratoga's historic Madronia Cemetery
• Why Saratoga's Hawk Feather Vineyard shined in a tough 2026 harvest

Also on today's calendar: San Jose Wind Symphony Presents 'A Novel Concert' and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Saturday: Low clouds, then some sun, with a high of 72 and low of 50 degrees.
• Sunday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 74, low: 51.
• Monday: A couple of showers, with a high of 77 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Where Saratoga's history rests: A journey inside Madronia Cemetery (newsbreak.com) — Madronia Cemetery in downtown Saratoga holds some of the community's deepest roots, from early settlers to veterans and notable national figures. The story traces how the cemetery predates Saratoga's current name, highlights prominent burials, and explains ongoing Memorial Day traditions that still connect local residents to their town's past.
   

• Grape Escapes: The Deep(est) Dive on 2026 Harvest (wineindustryadvisor.com) — Winegrowers across the Santa Cruz Mountains and nearby regions are reporting a light but high-quality 2026 harvest, with many vineyards seeing sharply reduced yields. For Saratoga, there's a bright spot: Aligoté grapes from Hawk Feather Vineyard are being praised as a standout, suggesting local wine lovers may see some especially distinctive bottles from this challenging vintage.
   

📸 Around Saratoga

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Saratoga

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★ Featured events ★

Sunday October 11
• Juz Amma Qur'an Class →
  Saratoga Musalla, 12370 Saratoga-Sunnyvale Rd., Saratoga
  10:00 am

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Other local events

Sunday October 11
• Between Dust & Starlight -- 聊聊造梦者眼中的火人节 by Yiying & Axin →
  13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga
  2:00 pm
• San Jose Wind Symphony Presents 'A Novel Concert' →
  McAfee Performing Arts Center, 20300 Herriman Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070
  3:00 pm
• 2Low Classical Concert →
  Congregation Beth David, 19700 Prospect Rd, Saratoga
  6:30 pm
• Air Supply →
  Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga
  7:30 pm
Monday October 12
• City Hall Closed (Holiday) →
  Saratoga CA
• Saratoga Community Band Concert →
  McAfee Auditorium, Saratoga High School, 20300 Herriman Ave., Saratoga
  7:30 pm
• Stories of the Prophets with Ihab Badr →
  Saratoga Musalla, 12372 Saratoga Sunnyvale Rd., Saratoga
  8:20 pm
Tuesday October 13
• Heritage Preservation Committee Meeting →
  City Hall Linda Callon Conference Room, 13777 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga
  9:00 am
Saturday October 24
• FREE Middle School Girls STEM Competition →
  Saratoga High School, 20300 Herriman Ave, Saratoga
  10:00 am
Sunday October 25
• Experiencing Israel During War →
  Congregation Beth David, 19700 Prospect Rd, Saratoga
  10:30 am
• SARATOGA SYMPHONY CONCERT "From Saint Petersburg With Love" →
  Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church 13601 Saratoga Avenue Saratoga, CA 95070
  3:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• CACI International, Inc. posted a job opening for Quality Control Inspector in Los Gatos. Apply here.
• Applied Materials, Inc. posted a job opening for Senior Internal Auditor in Santa Clara. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Saratoga here.

🗞 Nearby News

Cupertino

• VP, Assistant Branch Manager - Cupertino, CA (efinancialcareers.com)
• Baristas at Several California Cafe Locations Join UFCW - The United Food & Commercial Workers International Union (ufcw.org)
• Smart Fitness Devices Market To 2035: Preventive Health Demand Drives Growth (indexbox.io)

Los Gatos

• Star Chefs 2026 benefit crowns new champions (losgatan.com)

Ok Saratoga! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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