Groovy guitar gamble: Alumni runs thriving guitar shop in downtown February 8, 2024 — by Amy Luo and Kathy Wang As visitors stroll downtown, it’s common to see an array of shops light up the dim sidewalks, ranging from cozy cafes to miniature clothing stores to high-end restaurants. But one of the most eye-catching stores — located on Big Basin Way — is a small shop lit up by a neon-colored sign reading “guitars.” Inside, […] read more » Annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony brings community together December 3, 2023 — by Amy Luo and Kathy Wang The crowd of families that had gathered in Saratoga downtown’s Blaney Plaza gasped in awe as bursts of multi-colored lights illuminated a 20-foot tall Christmas tree. A brightly lit star sat atop the tree, casting a dazzling light into the cool breeze. This was Saratoga’s 23rd annual tree lighting ceremony — held on Nov. 24 […] read more » A happy place for all: Elderly find community at the Saratoga Senior Center September 24, 2023 — by Amy Luo and Kathy Wang On a visit to the Saratoga Area Senior Center Council (SASCC), you may stumble upon a crowd of elderly people in their 70s and 80s waltzing to vibrant Chinese music. The sun shines in through the curtains and fills the room with warmth and radiance. The karaoke verses flow on a TV screen and content […] read more »
Annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony brings community together December 3, 2023 — by Amy Luo and Kathy Wang The crowd of families that had gathered in Saratoga downtown’s Blaney Plaza gasped in awe as bursts of multi-colored lights illuminated a 20-foot tall Christmas tree. A brightly lit star sat atop the tree, casting a dazzling light into the cool breeze. This was Saratoga’s 23rd annual tree lighting ceremony — held on Nov. 24 […] read more » A happy place for all: Elderly find community at the Saratoga Senior Center September 24, 2023 — by Amy Luo and Kathy Wang On a visit to the Saratoga Area Senior Center Council (SASCC), you may stumble upon a crowd of elderly people in their 70s and 80s waltzing to vibrant Chinese music. The sun shines in through the curtains and fills the room with warmth and radiance. The karaoke verses flow on a TV screen and content […] read more »
A happy place for all: Elderly find community at the Saratoga Senior Center September 24, 2023 — by Amy Luo and Kathy Wang On a visit to the Saratoga Area Senior Center Council (SASCC), you may stumble upon a crowd of elderly people in their 70s and 80s waltzing to vibrant Chinese music. The sun shines in through the curtains and fills the room with warmth and radiance. The karaoke verses flow on a TV screen and content […] read more »