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MOSQUE DEBATE REFERENCED IN US SUPREME COURT FILINGS

Wildcats fall short but alums remembered in moving tribute

Article about WVMA hours-extension request cited to country’s top legal minds

Emanuel Lee, Sports Editor

The Los Gatos High School football team is used to playing under the Friday Night Lights. But this time, the players and coaches had reason to look skyward. As part of the pregame ceremonies commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, a military jet flyover featuring two F-15C Eagles from the 144th Fighter Wing of the California National Guard soared over Helm Field. It left spectators gawking and firing up the Wildcats’ sideline for its non-league game against Clovis. “It was awesome, it was epic,” Wildcats coach Mark Krail said. The pregame ceremonies paid tribute to LGHS alumni Mark Bingham and Todd Beamer, whose heroic actions aboard United Airlines Flight 93 likely prevented the hijacked plane from hitting its intended target in Washington D.C. The

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The West Valley Muslim Association’s effort to secure extended hours for worship at its 16769 Farley Rd. mosque, particularly during Ramadan, has now reached the highest court in the land—in the form of a reference cited multiple times in a case that’s poised to set national precedent. A Los Gatan article on the topic has been cited in multiple submissions to the US Supreme Court, which is preparing to mull the land use provisions of a federal civil rights law (“ The Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act” aka “RLUIPA”) for the first time ever. The piece published April 1, titled, “Jewish residents rally with Muslim community for Los Gatos mosque permit modification,” was included in the petitioner's merits brief, on Aug. 31, as well as amicus briefs on April 10 and Sept. 8, in Daniel Grand v. City of University Heights, Ohio. In that case, an Orthodox Jew named Daniel Grand sought to hold small religious gatherings in his home, but received a cease-and-desist order from the City, which told him he couldn’t hold such assemblies without a special use permit. Grand, whose faith requires a minyan (a quorum of at least ten adult males) for prayer, has ➝ Mosque, 6

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UNFURLED Los Gatos High School senior Jimmy Childers showed his patriotism on Friday by waving the red, white and blue during the football game against Clovis at Los Gatos High School, which began with a military flyover in honor of 9/11 heroes Mark Bingham and Todd Beamer.

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UPBEAT Art Docents of Los Gatos met last week to prepare for another year of arts education.

DO YOU LOVE ART AND TEACHING? YOU MIGHT LIKE BEING A DOCENT early middle school the docents do “their thing.” At the coffee event I attended, 17 potential docents learned about how to become one.

Dinah Cotton, Contributor

How do they do it?

A docent is a person who acts as a knowledgeable guide or educator, most commonly as a trained volunteer, teacher or lecturer at a museum, art gallery, zoo or historical site—or even at a Los Gatos-area school. The word comes from the Latin docere, which means “to teach.” The Art Docents of Los Gatos’ mission is to “expand students’ educational and cultural experiences and to foster more flexible and creative individuals.” For over 50 years, members of this group have gone into schools in the Los Gatos Union School District. Parents began this program in 1973 after seeing a need to promote art in the classroom. Founding parents purchased the Art Docents’ building years ago. They still use the same building today. It is a comfortable, well-lit classroom. This was where the informational coffee was held last Thursday—at the LGUSD headquarters at 17000 Roberts Rd.—where the docents attended a training and gathered teaching supplies. I wanted to learn all about what these docents are up to. There are ongoing programs and activities in art history, art criticism, aesthetics and art techniques. They currently have about 40 trained docents and serve over 3,000 students at four elementary schools and one middle school. The membership was up to approximately 140 prior to the pandemic. From what I observed, they themselves have a lot of fun bringing art into schools. From TK to

Volunteers come from within our community: retired teachers, art lovers, museum goers and folks who wish to make a difference. A background in art is helpful, yet not required. Curriculum has been refined over the 50—yes 50—years this organization has been in existence. Working artists are invited to come in the “Guest Artist Program” to inspire the children with live demonstrations. These generous individuals inspire students with a live demonstration. Volunteers attend a 10-week course on how to present the docent curriculum. The instructions are concise and clear. During the training, docents are shown how to present course material. Also through ongoing programming, docents share—and learn—more about the art world, including what to teach for each grade level (from TK to 8th grade). There is a monthly chart on where to present, and what to present. The docents start heading into the district classrooms, once a month, starting in October and continuing through January. Large portfolios are provided for the docents’ teaching supplies. These may include posters of recognizable art and assorted visual aids to expose the students to many different styles. According to one of their brochures, the docents’ goal is to “introduce visual art as a tool for self-expression, develop visual arts literacy, provide opportunity for exercising critical thinking and judgment, develop and understand apprecia-

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Art Docents of Los Gatos plan for educational opportunities ahead

COORDINATOR Marsha Thomas, program manager, Art Docents of Los Gatos. tion of world cultures and provide opportunities to find training in art skills and experience the creation of art.” From early lessons in “textures” at TK level to a “scientific illustration workshop” for 6th-8th-graders, to “Native American Art” and “French Art History” with a “Jazz Lesson & Collage workshop,” there’s plenty of education ahead. Lessons are regularly reviewed and updated to keep the lessons current with Common Core Standards and STEM. Docents have to come prepared for the hands-on workshops, including with digital slides. An “Annual Student Art Show” is held to exhibit artwork

from TK-5th grade students, along with some middle school work. This is open to the public and held in May. Camaraderie with like-minded residents is also part of the fun at the nonprofit organization. Comprehensive training and mentoring is provided, and occasional group activities are held. Art Docents of Los Gatos is funded by membership dues, community grants and individual contributions by parents and community members. Major sponsors include Los Gatos Educational Foundation, Los Gatos Union School district. Are you ready to become a docent?

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BURNING LOVE Staff Report

Dusty travelers trickle in from their surreal voyages to Black Rock City, but this particular couple traded sandstorms for seating charts as they shifted their focus from Burning Man to their impending wedding. Just one year ago, Jordan Henderson got down on one knee, with the ephemeral Man in the background, to ask Bronwyn Adams-Cohen if she was ready to make both of our dreams come true. Both Los Angeles natives, Bronwyn and Jordan run Planet Froth Productions, a message-first media company. They’ve merged their talents in producing and art direction to craft the perfect love story via their storybook wedding here in Los Gatos. Drawn in by the redwoods, they set their sights on Nestldown as the venue and quickly fell in love with the unmistakable beauty of the area. It was important for them to incorporate local businesses into their weekend-long festivities. From gift cards to Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company, to a rehearsal din-

Mosque, from page 1 been unable to secure a final decision in the matter and contends he faced a hostile process. “I was just doing searches on the internet, trying to find discussions of this sort of thing,” said Sean Dutton, of Birmingham, Mich.-based Kienbaum Hardy Viviano Pelton & Forrest PLC, who filed the “friend of the court” arguments, commenting on how the newspaper’s reporting surfaced. “Governments are pulling this nonsense all over the place.” Dutton filed his first brief on behalf of Islam & Religious Freedom Action Team of the Religious Freedom Institute, as well as the Jewish Coalition for Religious Liberty. For the second, he represented the Religious Freedom Institute, the American Hindu Coalition, the Muslim Political Affairs Council, Masjid Muhammad, New York Yearly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends, International

ner at Testarossa Winery, and even a silent disco at Loma Brewing Company, the couple has woven local businesses throughout their special weekend, taking their guests on a journey through Los Gatos and inviting them to experience

the community that has become such a meaningful part of their celebration. The wedding itself pulls in elements of fantasy, folklore and nature. Falling under the coinciding Harvest Moon and Equilux, the ceremony draws on the sym-

Society for Krishna Consciousness, Inc., the Coalition of Virtue, and the American Muslim League. Dutton noted Grand originally filed his petition “pro se”—without a lawyer. “The US Supreme Court requested a response from the City,” he said. “When they did that, this case got hot.” Grand is now represented by big-time law firm Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, including E. Joshua Rosenkranz, who has argued more than 20 cases before the Supreme Court. Rosenkranz also cited the same Los Gatan article in his brief, characterizing the situation as, “a mosque, already approved for prayer gatherings, that wanted to add pre-dawn and late-evening prayers and extend hours during Ramadan”. It took Los Gatos Planning Commission several hearings to pass a conditional use permit with a series of restrictions that neither the mosque nor the Farley Road Neighborhood Coalition were happy with. The delay was in part due to Town staff determining that proposed conditions would likely violate RLUIPA. The neighbors urged the Town to conduct additional noise surveys during Ramadan. Both sides appealed the Planning Commission’s CUP approval (with revised conditions) to Council, which has so far continued the item twice. Council has also met in closed session about possible litigation related to the mosque decision. Staff recently suggested the matter could be sent back down for another hearing at Planning Commission. Starting in 2020, the mosque was allowed to operate until 11pm for 30 days

during Ramadan, with no set morning hours restrictions. The new CUP expanded the hours of operations to 1.5 hours before sunrise and to 10:30pm, seven days a week; and during the 30-day month of Ramadan, 1.5 hours before sunrise to 11:30pm when the sunset is prior to 7:30pm, or until 12am when the sunset is after 7:30pm. Neighbors say WVMA is asking for too much. Al Daryan, 73, has lived on Farley Road for 26.5 years. “They cause a lot of commotion by asking for extended hours and then asking for using the facility for a lot of events,” he said. “It’s unfair to residents.” Daryan, who identifies as a non-practicing Muslim, grew up across a narrow alley from a mosque in Tehran, the capital of Iran. “They would finish their services by 9:30(pm),” he said. “People would have to go to work the next day.” He says a few people have moved into the neighborhood recently to be closer to the Los Gatos Islamic Center. He’s mainly concerned about the safety, noise and traffic impacts, though he says he and his wife live a few houses down, so their sleep hasn’t been affected by light or other disturbances. “Now your friends have to go look for parking,” he said, describing the situation during the busiest hours. He says he’d like to see the mosque be more accommodating of the residents. “If you want to live in harmony, you do some stuff for the neighbors,” he said. “It’s not just talk. You have to show in actions.” Daryan says he’s glad the Supreme Court

bolism of balance in nature as they begin their next chapter. A year ago, they left the desert engaged. On Sept. 25, they’ll leave the redwoods married—and Los Gatos will forever be part of their love story.

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NEIGHBORS CONCERNED WITH SAFETY, TRAFFIC RISKS

MAKING IT OFFICIAL Jordan Henderson proposed to Bronwyn Adams-Cohen last year at Burning Man.

NEIGHBOR Al Daryan, who lives on Farley Road, says the West Valley Muslim Association says he’s happy the US Supreme Court is examining a federal religious rights law. is taking up the religious freedom law. “I think there are some lose ends in RLUIPA,” he said. “Now a lot of people are taking advantage of it. It needs to be revisited in a federal level.” However, Dutton says the decision in this case isn’t likely to address Daryan’s concerns. “The Grand case is actually very narrow,” he said, but added, “I think it would have a direct effect on the WVMA case.” That’s because the Supreme Court is looking at whether or not litigants have to wait for a final land use decision before they’re able to sue, or if governments can avoid legal action by continuing to delay, he says. “I do think that the court is likely to rule in Mr. Grand’s favor,” Dutton said. “But I’ve been burned before, and I’m not a gambling man.”

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RECENT SALES AND PRICES

Decluttering: Short-term pain, long-term gain

In Santa Clara County, the median home is worth $1.6M, according to the Zillow Home Value Index. Over the three months ending July 2026, Santa Clara County home prices were down 1.4 percent compared to the same period last year, selling for a median price of $1.6M, according to data from Redfin. On average, homes in Santa Clara County sell after 23 days on the market, compared to 19 days last year. There were 1,066 homes sold in July this year, up from 1,039 last year.

‘It gives people a tremendous sense of peace and control’ By Janis Mara

If you’re selling your house, your car won’t fit in the garage or you can’t find anything amid all your stuff, it’s probably time to declutter. And if you are staging your home for sale with your own things, a possession-weight-loss program is absolutely mandatory. The first part of the process is usually hardest: Deciding what to keep and what to dump. The second part can be physically the most demanding, as the unwanted stuff has to be removed somehow. To get started, “Separate items into categories such as keep, donate, sell, recycle and trash,” said Kimberly Ward, a Bay Area real estate agent who has helped dozens of families declutter. Choosing what to discard can be agonizing. According to the experts, if you find yourself saying, “I might use this in X scenario in the future,” out it goes. That’s hoarder talk.

When in doubt, consider the $20/20-minute rule recommended by professional organizers: If it fits within your budget, costs $20 or less and takes 20 minutes or less to replace, it can probably go. Once you decide to get rid of something, there are three broad categories: Sell, donate, or dispose. Selling may seem attractive at first. However, with lots of things, such as books, you may not make that much money. And you will have to invest time and energy. Consult the sold and completed listings on eBay to get an idea of the value before deciding to sell. If you choose to donate, look into local “buy nothing” groups like the Freecycle Network. In some instances, all you have to do is leave the (clean, safe and functioning) item on your porch and a grateful neighbor will take it away. Or you can give it to an organization like Goodwill or the Salvation Army. If you’re recycling stuff or tossing it, hopefully your recycling or trash bins

will accommodate it. If not, check with your garbage company; many have a set number of free curbside item pickups per year. If not, it’s off to the recycling center or the landfill. One of the biggest challenges of disposal can be getting the stuff to the curb, or into a vehicle, yourself. Often, you can recruit some friends to help. If you have bulky items like a sofa or piano, can’t cheaply access a truck or just aren’t up to it, check out a professional hauling service. Full-service junk removal and hauling companies will come inside your house, load your items and take them away. While the process can be stressful, once it’s done, there’s more space, it’s easier to find things and there’s a sense of accomplishment, Ward said. Also, “Decluttering gives people a tremendous sense of peace and control, especially during a move, which can feel incredibly overwhelming,” the Realtor said.

193 Bacigalupi Dr, Los Gatos, 95032 $3M, 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,578 sq ft; sold: Aug. 31, 2026 19700 Minocqua Ct, Saratoga, 95070 $6.7M, 4 beds, 3 baths, 3,442 sq ft; sold: Aug. 31, 2026 15940 Wildcat Rdg, Saratoga, 95070 $3.8M, 5 beds, 7 baths, 4,953 sq ft; sold: Aug. 31, 2026 130 Longmeadow Dr, Los Gatos, 95032 $4M, 6 beds, 3 baths, 2,930 sq ft; sold: Aug. 28, 2026 16342 Alexander Ave, Monte Sereno, 95030 $4M, 6 beds, 3 baths, 2,930 sq ft; sold: Aug. 28, 2026 16970 Cypress Way, Los Gatos, 95030 $4.7M, 5 beds, 4 baths, 3,016 sq ft; sold: Aug. 28, 2026 630 Timberline, Los Gatos, 95033 $1.85M, 3 beds, 3 baths, 3,333 sq ft; sold: Aug. 27, 2026

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Tribute, from page 1 ceremony was also a remembrance for all those who lost their lives that day, and the heroic acts of sacrifice from first responders and military personnel. Los Gatos Mayor Rob Moore joined Congressman Sam Liccardo (CA-16) and LGSUHSD Superintendent Heath Rocha for the commemoration, which included the presentation of colors by the Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department. All told, it was a moving commemoration recognizing the bravery of countless individuals and remembering those whose lives were lost on 9/11. “This town, like so many towns, was affected by what happened on 9/11, so it definitely hits home,” Krail said. “I’m proud of this town, this community, and hopefully we never forget what happened that day. Congressman Liccardo said it as well, that we have to be the United States of America. I think that’s important to (everyone involved).” Since all of the players on the team were born long after 9/11, Krail didn’t get too deep into things, but accordingly referenced Beamer and Bingham. “I just told them, ‘Hey, if people can give the ultimate sacrifice then we can sacrifice as well,” said Krail, whose team lost 24-7 to Clovis. “And our guys do sacrifice themselves. They pay a huge price to be a part of this program. They work their tails off all year long to succeed. And tonight on the scoreboard we didn’t succeed, but there’s going to be other nights. We’ll be back.” Against a tough and physical Clovis squad, the Wildcats knew they had to excel in all three phases of the game to emerge victorious. They didn’t. “I don’t think we won one of the phases actually, and we turned it over,” Krail said. “I thought our defense played with tremendous heart all night, and we’re a good defensive unit for sure. Offensively, we were not good tonight. We struggled to run the ball, we had several dropped passes and a couple of turnovers. So one of those you chalk up and you move on. We knew they were a good team and we

PROCESSION The Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department Honor Guard helped to keep the memory of September 11 heroes and victims alive through their march at Helm Field on Friday evening. knew he had to play a really clean game and we didn’t tonight.” While acknowledging the players’ effort, Krail lamented the team’s lack of execution, especially in pivotal moments. Two series stood out in particular, the type of moments that will cause a coach’s hair to turn prematurely gray. Los Gatos had just scored its first points of the game to cut its deficit to 17-7 with eight minutes left in the third quarter. After stopping the Cougars on the ensuing possession, the Wildcats drove down the field and had a fourth-and-two from the Clovis 37-yard line. However, in what looked like a bit of miscommunication, the snap deflected off the hands of quarterback Jack Siri, foiling a potential scoring opportunity. On the team’s penultimate possession, Siri connected with Kade Duebelbeis for a 51-yard play to set up a first-and-goal from the eight-yard line. Once again, the Los Gatos offense

stalled at a crucial moment. Two incomplete passes and a sack forced a 28-yard field goal attempt by Reed Sweetnam, whose kick went wide left with 5:49 remaining. Clovis responded with an 11play, 80-yard drive that culminated in a touchdown and 24-7 lead. The Wildcats also had a 80-yard TD called back due to an illegal shift penalty late in the first half. “Those two plays turn around (the game),” Krail said. “We had a chance to get it to within seven with five minutes to go in the game and we missed a field goal, and that was pretty deflating. But I think, offensively, we need to get back to fundamentals, looking at the film and seeing where we were short, because we weren’t getting bodies on bodies like we normally do.” Krail praised the defensive unit for keeping Los Gatos within striking distance until things got away late. “I thought our defense played well enough to win,” he said.

Jared Newman, Cole Krings, Lane Newman, Tamu Chapman and TJ Lombardi combined to make several impact plays. Los Gatos committed four turnovers, with Siri having three of his passes intercepted. The senior signal-caller completed 16-of-30 passes for 168 yards. Los Gatos’ run game didn’t fare any better, finishing with just 63 yards on 27 carries. Duebelbeis’ breakthrough season continued with a superb eight-reception, 107-yard performance. In defeat, the Wildcats put up a game effort that should serve them well going forward. Leading up to the game, Krail told the players to be in the moment. “I told them to enjoy it,” he said. “There were a lot of people that worked really hard to make a special night out of tonight, so I told them to enjoy it. But in the end, it’s a football game you’ve got to play and I thought they did…I thought the effort was great.”

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‘9/11 AT 25’ CEREMONY AT FLAME OF LIBERTY EMPHASIZED NEED TO PASS DOWN MEMORY OF SEPT. 11 TO NEXT GENERATION Sasha Ryu / Los Gatan

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KEYNOTE Retired FDNY Lt. Joe Torrillo, who was buried alive twice in the World Trade Center collapse, spoke at the Flame of Liberty on Sept. 11. firefighter for the past 22 years, reflected on their legacy. “I think it’s important to remember them. In a lot of ways, it seems like it was a lifetime ago, 25 years — it’s a long time,” James said. “I’m glad that we’re still coming together to remember, hopefully never forget, bring everybody together.” The keynote speaker was retired FDNY Lt. Joe Torillo, who survived being buried alive twice on Sept. 11. Despite battling Parkinson’s disease and surviving a recent heart attack, Torillo said he felt obligated to attend. “I’m never in New York on 9/11,” Torillo said. “I always personalize other people’s ceremonies who care enough to keep the memory alive. It’s an obligation I have to people. All they did for us in the rescue (and) recovery effort.” George Hall, a founding member of the Los Gatos Veterans Memorial and Support Foundation, spent six years helping bring the Flame of Liberty Memorial to the town, inspired partly by his son’s service as an Army Ranger. Hall said Torillo’s address left a lasting impression on the crowd. “This was a pretty special event, you know,” Hall said. “Especially that one fellow who gave that unbelievable ac-

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On Sept. 11, 2001, 19 members of al-Qaeda hijacked four U.S. commercial airliners, but only three of the planes reached their intended targets. The fourth, believed to have been headed for the U.S. Capitol or the White House, crashed instead in a field in rural Pennsylvania after a group of passengers aboard the flight rushed the cockpit and fought back against the attackers. Two of the four passengers who led that effort were Los Gatos High School alumni Mark Bingham and Todd Beamer. Before he and his former classmate confronted the hijackers, Beamer could be heard on a GTE Airfone call speaking his now-famous last words: “Are you guys ready? Okay. Let’s roll.” This year—on the 25th anniversary of the attacks—Los Gatos residents and visitors gathered to honor Beamer, Bingham and the others who lost their lives on Sept. 11 at the “Keepers of the Flame” ceremony, organized by the Veterans Memorial and Support Foundation of Los Gatos. The ceremony began at 9:30am at the Flame of Liberty Memorial. Santa Clara County Assistant Fire Chief Art Tomassetti, an Army veteran of Operation Desert Storm, spoke first, urging the crowd to shift from “never forget” to “always remember.” “It’s an active practice, an effort to translate grief into resolve,” Tomassetti said. “It means being kind, helpful and engaged—showing up for your neighbors and standing tall for your community in times of uncertainty.” Mayor Rob Moore spoke next, noting that most young people today, including himself, have no living memory of the attacks. “The responsibility of teaching now falls to us to close the gap between history and memory, and to make sure that distance from that day never becomes distance from what it demands of us,” Moore said. “That is why we gather here, instead of leaving 9/11 to a paragraph in a textbook, so that the next generation understands its gravity, and learns to love this country enough to stand up for it.” Santa Clara County Fire Battalion Chief Matt James attended Los Gatos High School with both Beamer and Bingham and played on the basketball team alongside Beamer. James, who’s been a

BOOTH A Santa Clara County Fire Department firefighter speaks with a Veterans Memorial & Support Foundation volunteer at the event. count. To think that he actually survived goes to show what God can do for you.” The ceremony closed with a flower-laying at the memorial, 40 tolls of

a bell for the passengers and crew of Flight 93, a moment of silence, a performance of “God Bless America” and a dove release—ending with the phrase “always remember.”

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GUEST VIEW

MY SENIOR YEAR CAME WITH A NEW LESSON: HOW TO USE AI As AI reshapes learning, we need more than rules to prepare for what comes next Chelsea Xie, Contributor

There is something fitting about spending my year of “lasts” grappling with so many “firsts.” My fellow seniors and I have already started counting down: our last-first day, our last spirit rally and many more lasts to come. Yet, surprisingly, my final year in high school has forced me to rethink what it means to learn and to be a student. This year, my school Xie implemented a brand-new AI-acceptable-use policy, which they require teachers to post in classrooms and include in syllabi. This change comes during a time of unprecedented AI use— and skepticism. According to a Pew Re-

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A vehicle accident with no injuries reportedly left a wheel bent backwards at West Main Street and Victory Lane at 1:01am. A woman went to the emergency room and reported that her significant other fractured her nose on East Main Street at 3:44am. Approximately $1,332 loss was reported from Apple on North Santa Cruz Avenue at 11:27am.

search study, 49% of American adults use AI chatbots, and 41% believe that AI will have a negative impact on society. That tension between embracing AI while fearing its consequences makes learning how to use it responsibly more important than ever. Schools should give students clear boundaries, but the final goal should be preparing us to eventually make those judgments ourselves. My school isn’t alone in drawing these lines. In 2025, the California Department of Education added an Artificial Intelligence section to its Professional Learning guidelines titled, “Guidance for the Safe and Effective Use of Artificial Intelligence in California Public Schools.” It clarifies that this “information is merely exemplary” and not mandatory in any way. The lack of a single approach shows schools are still figuring out what responsible AI use looks like for themselves. When an administrator announced the new policy, confused murmurs rippled

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An officer issued a cite and release arrest after logging a suspicious vehicle at Knowles Drive at 5:20pm. Someone reportedly broke into a vehicle at Casa Vasona Garden Apartments on University Avenue, ripping the door handle off and damaging the interior at 6:58pm.

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A bike and vehicle accident at Muni Lot 6 on West Main Street reportedly resulted in minor injuries at 11:29am.

An officer issued a cite and release arrest after logging a suspicious vehicle at More Avenue and Pollard Road at 2:16pm.

A subject was reportedly harassing the caller and trespassing on Via Lomita at 12:34pm.

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A caller reported that someone keyed their vehicle overnight on Riviera Drive at 1:31pm.

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Someone reportedly ran into a lamp post in front of the caller’s house on Amanda Lane at 7:21pm.

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A caller was reportedly in contact with the subject who stole her phone at Panera Bread on Los Gatos Boulevard, offering $200 to the subject to get it back at 11:09pm.

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weighing what we might lose—human ingenuity or authenticity—by letting it do more for us. For students, that could look like deciding whether your AI use is truly helping you understand a tough concept, or if you’re turning to it to bypass the process of real thinking. Outside the classroom, the stakes are higher, but the considerations remain the same. AI should not be something we fear, but neither should it be something we use blindly. AI will inevitably unlock countless more “firsts” as the years go by. Our job—as innovators, educators and students—is to make sure those new possibilities help us learn and create more, rather than replacing our ability to do so. Chelsea is a high school senior at The Harker School who loves all aspects of journalism. She is also the editor-in-chief of her school paper. She joined Los Gatan as a contributor to learn more about her local community and give back to Los Gatos through writing.

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A driver reportedly ran into a utility pole at Quito and Bicknell roads at 10:03am. A driver was reportedly speeding and breakchecking the caller at Winchester Boulevard and Wild Way at 5:42pm.

A driver was reportedly honking at other drivers, refusing to move out of the way at Los Gatos Saratoga Road and Tait Avenue at 5:58pm.

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Three of the caller’s vehicles were reportedly rummaged through with a few items taken on Carlton Avenue at 6:29pm.

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A man reportedly knocked the caller off her bike on Charter Oaks Drive at 7:23pm.

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through the gym. My classmates wondered what purpose it served. After all, the system relies on our Honor Code. A six-category chart cannot effectively police a tool accessible from every student’s laptop and phone. I believe these guidelines ultimately serve a purpose beyond enforcement. Every time I decide whether I should ask AI to explain a concept, help me debug code or edit a sentence I’ve written, I have to consider when that assistance turns into replacement. Those guidelines cannot make the decision for us, but they remind us that AI should be a tool for deeper learning—not a shortcut or replacement. My class will graduate before society has settled on a definitive answer for how AI should fit into our daily lives. We will have to constantly decide for ourselves whether the technology we use expands possibilities or replaces human innovation. We all need to ask ourselves whether a new piece of technology allows us to accomplish more than before while also

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A man reportedly drunk was cited and released after falling out of his wheelchair covered in his own feces at Sweet Peas Cafe on North Santa Cruz Avenue at 9:49am.

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A driver reportedly ran into the median at Los Gatos Boulevard and Gateway Drive at 3:36pm.

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A caller reported their ebike was stolen overnight while locked to a pole at Purple Onion on East Main Street at 4:07pm.

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A caller’s vehicle was reportedly hit at the Jewish Community Center on Oka Road at 4:59pm.

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A man was arrested on a misdemeanor after reportedly refusing to leave on multiple occasions from Legacy Community Church on Lark Avenue at 7:28pm.

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Approximately $1,200 worth of merchandise was reportedly stolen at Sephora on University Avenue at 11:56am.

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A driver reportedly brake checked the caller repeatedly at Los Gatos Boulevard and Los Gatos Saratoga Road at 12:20pm.

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A man in a wheelchair was cited and released for stealing alcohol from Safeway on North Santa Cruz Avenue at 2:07pm.

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A homeless man was cited and released after setting up camp in front of Willow Street Pizza on South Santa Cruz Avenue at 5:25pm.

These reports are compiled from publicly available information released by the Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department. Prepared by Anika Kapasi

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FASHIONISTA ALERT: FALL CALENDAR IS FULL OF FASHION IN LOS GATOS Should shopping be considered a sport? Dinah Cotton, Contributor

Flor de Maria poped up at Mélodie-special shopping events planned for Discovery Shop; History Club will “Sashay into September” with a fashion show; Autumn allure at Kismet; and Metamorphosis at La Rinconada in Ocober.

Los Gatans love to be “in fashion”

Flor de Maria pops up on Main Street

At the Mélodie boutique, earlier this month, the amazing Los Gatos footwear designer Flor De Maria presented a popup with some tempting shoes. “This is luxury,” owner Mélody Derakshandeh said, referring to the designer style garments she carries, which she sources from fashion weeks in Europe. “You can’t find what we have here in any department store.” Mélody, was a shopper herself when this location was called “Mahanz.” She bought the location last December. Mélodie escaped the high-tech industry and is now an internationally known fashion maven. The shoes Flor brought in were unique and straight out of a designer collection. She promises to hold a huge anniversary party (and sale) for her one-year celebration in December. And is another surprise pop-up in the cards?

Los Gatos Discovery Shop

Last week, in speaking with American Cancer Society Discovery Shop’s store manager, Marlene Ojeda, I learned about the one day “Designer Event,” held in early September, which grossed over $4,000. There are more special events coming up during October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. On Oct. 2, Come by on this date for a FREE prosthetic bra. Yes, free for breast cancer survivors-Victoria’s Secret donated boxes of prosthetic bras—there are many sizes available.

Discover what you can

It is really the volunteers who make it all happen at the Discovery Store and you are supporting the American Cancer Society. “We are looking for additional volunteers,” Ojeda said, noting volunteers receive a 10% store discount. “Sign up online or come in the store to learn how to volunteer. We also have a free rewards program, a senior discount (over 55) day and many one day special events.” Quality item donations are always welcome, call to see when they are being accepted. If you like to shop this may be a place for you to investigate and discover the satisfaction of volunteer work.

GERMANIC Lederhosen shorts and dirndl dresses were the fashion at Saturdays' KCAT's Oktoberfest at the Civic Center Lawn. Dinah Cotton / Los Gatan

Are you still wearing pre-pandemic garb? Have you taken a good look at yourself and your closet? Perhaps it’s time to catch up and develop your personal style while supporting your community? Are you a fashionista in training? If you answer yes to any of these please read below and prepare to become a “fashion plate.” It’s easier than you may think to stay “in fashion” locally. You could; attend a local fashion show. Or you could frequent one of our charity thrift shops. And you might learn more about yourself in the process.

All shades of pink merchandise will be on display. On Oct. 9, during a one-day jewelry event, a huge selection of real jewels, as well as costume jewelry, will be showcased. Put on the “glitz” and shine around town. On Oct. 15, check out the luxury fabrics: leather goods, cashmeres, wools and more very fine things will be out for thrifters. Expect fabulous items with designer labels and trademarks at thrift store prices.

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Can you “Sashay”?

The History Club of Los Gatos, at 123 Los Gatos Blvd., will hold “Sashay into September,” fashion show and lunch, Sept.16, with a portion of proceeds going towards “Dress for Success.” Doors will open at 11:15am, with champagne and hor d'oeuvres then a delicious lunch starting at 12:30 p.m. The fashion show is scheduled to begin at around 1:15pm. Participating stores: KISMET, J. McLaughlin and Jennifer Croll. The History Club was founded in 1897 to study ancient and modern history. The club is known for philanthropy, community support and friendship and on this day fashion reings. Tickets sales have been brisk for this Shashay fashion show.

Sold Out Assistance League show

KISMET will hold its annual fall fashion show at lunch on Sept. 26, benefiting the Assistance League of Los Gatos-Saratoga. Volunteers at the organization work to transform the lives of children and adults through community programs. This event sold out one week after it was announced.

Oktoberfest fashion

Many Los Gatans got out their lederhosen and drindils to be German for a day at the fifth annual fest at the Civic Center Park Plaza. KCAT Executive Director Milissa Toren commented, “it was magic this year—the biggest crowds, yet with perfect weather; we thank all of our sponsors.” There were plenty of smiles

THRIFTY Find your style at the Discovery Store and you’ll be supporting the American Cancer Society. along with the “chicken dance.” The ompapa music got many Gatans up and dancing in their classic get-ups.

Not just a Halloween month

On Oct. 10, at La Rinconada Country Club, Dustin David will present “METAMORPHOSIS,” an evening of fashion and philanthropy in support of Pacific Clinics’ Bay Area outreach. Also, if you need help with this year's Halloween costume, visit the freshly-painted Happy Dragon.

You’ll surely come up with lots of great ideas for the perfect costume. So, there you have it. Fall here in Los Gatos is one of wardrobe inspiration. After the last several years we are moving into the “era of being seen,” get out from behind that computer or phone. Ask yourself, does the way you’re dressing these days reflect who you really are inside? Coming up in a future issue: Alyce Parsons shares secrets on how to dress according to your personality type. Stay tuned.

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OCEANIC Coastal residents gathered amongst the sea creatures to raise money f or Hope Services.

HOPE SERVICES FUNDRAISER AT AQUARIUM BEATS TARGET Coast Cares Gala brought in $350,000 with help of Kristi Yamaguchi Drew Penner, Editor

Nibbling on strawberry shortcake bites to the sounds of ethereal music, bidding on auction items, and watching a male octopus jet across a tank while a female of the ultra-intelligent species broods, it was all part of making a difference at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. The Coast Cares Gala, held on the night of Sept. 12, aimed to raise $300,000 for Hope Services programs throughout the region to assist with employment opportunities, mental health and wellness, family support, and closing service gaps in underserved coastal communities. In the end they smashed that goal, raising $350,000 with the help of Olympic figure skater and US Ambassador for the Special Olympics Kristi Yamaguchi, who sat front-row as the furious bidding action played out. “Our theme for the event, inspired by the natural beauty and interconnectedness of Monterey Bay, was ‘An Ecosystem of Hope,’” said Nam Le, Hope Services’ director of marketing. “You could truly feel that in the room." Only about 1 in 5 Californians with developmental disabilities is employed in the community, and adults with disabilities experience poverty at more than twice the rate of those without disabilities, according to Hope Services. “The Coast Cares Gala showed what is possible when mission, heart and community come together. Seeing so many people share the commitment to creating opportunities for people with disabilities brought that theme to life.”

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OCEANIC Coastal residents gathered amongst the sea creatures to raise money for Hope Services.

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PUBLIC NOTICES Administer Estate NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Doris A. Smith CASE NO. 26PR203323 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of (specify all names by which the decedent was known): DORIS A. SMITH; DORIS ANN SMITH; DEE ANN SMITH A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DAVID L. WATKINS in the Superior Court of California, County of SANTA CLARA. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that DAVID L. WATKINS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on 10/14/2026, at 9:01AM. in Dept 13, at Room N/A located at 191 NORTH FIRST STREET, SAN JOSE, CA 95113. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: KIMBERLY F. WHITFIELD, ESQ. 14414 OAK STREET, SARATOGA, CALIFORNIA 95070 Telephone: 408-395-4800 (PUB LGN 9/16, 9/23, 9/30)

Name Changes ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME. Case No. 26CV498217. Notice of Petition of Jack Porter Mardesic-Ramsey. Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. To all interested persons: Petitioner: Jack Porter Mardesic-Ramsey filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. Jack Porter Mardesic-Ramsey to Proposed name: Jack Porter Mardesic. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: September 29, 2026, Time: 8:45am, Room: Probate. The address of the court is: 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113, Downtown Superior Court. A copy of this Order To Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Gatan, 380 S 1ST Street, San Jose, CA 95113. Date: July 20, 2026 by /s/ Daniel Nishigaya /s/, Judge of the Superior Court. Filed July 20, 2026, by /s/ T. Belloncle /s/, Deputy Clerk. (Pub LGN: 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23/2026)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME. Case No. 26CV502285. Notice of Petition of Shelley Ann Katz Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. To all interested persons: Petitioner: Shelley ann Katz filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. Shelley Ann Katz to Proposed name: Shelley Ann Gierat. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: November 10, 2026, 2026, Time: 8:45am, Room: Probate. The address of the court is: 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113, Downtown Superior Court. A copy of this Order To Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Gatan, 380 S 1ST Street, San Jose, CA 95113. Date: September 1, 2026 by /s/ Daniel Nishigaya /s/, Judge of the Superior Court. September 1, 2026, by /s/ F. Zamarripa /s/, Deputy Clerk. (Pub LGN: 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30/2026) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME. Case No. 26CV503086. Notice of Petition of Hwijong Kim, Eunjung Oh, Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. To all interested persons: Petitioner: Hwijong Kim, Eunjung Oh filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. Geonyul Kim to Proposed name: Adrian Geonyul Kim, Present name: b. Seon Yul Kim to Proposed name: Robert Seonyul Kim. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: November 17, 2026. Time: 8:45am, Room: Probate. The address of the court is: 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113, Downtown Superior Court. A copy of this Order To Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Gatan, 380 S 1ST Street, San Jose, CA 95113. Date: September 11, 2026 by /s/ Daniel T. Nishigaya /s/, Judge of the Superior Court. Electronically Filed by Superior Court of CA, County of Santa Clara, on August 21, 2026, 7:19pm. Reviewed By: K. Ngo Env. #24912544, Case #26CV503086. (Pub LGN: 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07/2026)

Fictitious Business Name Statements FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #729023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: The Greyhound Parking, 70 S Almaden Ave, San Jose, CA 95113, Park Greyhound San Jose LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Above entity was formed in the state of California. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 07/01/2026. /s/Sophia Ahmed. Owner. B20260304797. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 07/31/2026. (pub LG 08/26, 09/02, 09/09, 09/16/2026) File Number: FBN729452. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. DEVEAUX COUNSELING SERVICES, 987 University Ave, Suite #22, Los Gatos, CA 95032. This business is conducted by: An Individual, STEPHANIE MONIQUE DEVEAUX, 987 University Ave, Suite #22, Los Gatos, CA 95032. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 08/12/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Stephanie Monique Deveaux /s/. (Pub LGN: 08/26, 09/02, 09/09, 09/16/2026) File Number: FBN729663. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. LINDA L ALTERATION, 1990 Story Road, San Jose, CA 95122. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership, LOAN PHUONG THI VU, 2746 Belfast Drive, San Jose, CA 95127 and DUYEN T DINH,

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2746 Belfast Drive, San Jose, CA 95127. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 08/20/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Mike Louie /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Loan Phuong Thi Vu /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23/2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #729234 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Thien Thanh Market Inc, 1080 S. 10th St., San Jose, CA, 95112, . This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Above entity was formed in the state of California. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 01/01/1997. /s/Cherly Tang. Secretary of Corporation. 1496080. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 08/06/2026. (pub LG 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23/2026) File Number: FBN729711. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. ELILEW, 14435C Big Basin Way PMB 123, Saratoga, CA 95070. This business is conducted by: An Individual, NEYAZ NAZER, 14435C Big Basin Way PMB 123, Saratoga, CA 95070. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 08/21/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Neyaz Nazar /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23/2026)

Felicity, 2626-B Alum Rock Avenue, San Jose, CA 95116, Remo Zenith Corporation. Filed in the Santa Clara County on 9/18/2025 under file No. 719856. This business was conducted by: A Corporation. Filed on 08/25/2026. /s/ Michelle Delos Reyes, Director. (pub dates: 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #730040 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fuego Athletics, 1467 Hugo Ln, San Jose, CA 95118, Michael Angel Martinez. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 09/01/2026. /s/Michael Angel Martinez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 09/02/2026. (pub LG 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #728820 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Rosa’s Landscaping Services, 7193 Indian Valley Court, San Jose, CA 95139, Rosa’s Maintenance Inc. This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Above entity was formed in the state of California. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 07/22/2026. /s/Rosa N. Sanchez. President. 3781653. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 07/24/2026. (pub Metro 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23/2026)

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File Number: FBN729738. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. KAORIE, 200 Montebello Ave #6, Mountain View, CA 94043. This business is conducted by: An Individual, KAORI CHIBA, 200 Montebello Ave #6, Mountain View, CA 94043. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 08/24/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Kaori Chiba /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23/2026)

File Number: FBN729881. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. REDWOOD GULCH PUBLISHING, 13840 Redwood Gulch Road, Saratoga, CA 95070. This business is conducted by: An Individual, ROI LOUISE SOLBERG, 13840 Redwood Gulch Road, Saratoga, CA 95070. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/25/2026 and 08/27/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Roi Louise Solberg /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23/2026)

File Number: FBN729742. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. FIKA EVENT CO, 2. FIKA CHARM BAR, 3. FIKA PHOTO BOOTH CO., 2566 Los Coches Ave, San Jose, CA 95128. This business is conducted by: An Individual, ADINA CIRAOLO, 2566 Los Coches Ave, San Jose, CA 95128. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 02/14/2022 and 08/24/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Adina Ciraolo /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30/2026)

File Number: FBN729754. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. REALTY WORLD DOMINION, 55 East Hamilton Ave, Campbell, CA 95008. This business is conducted by: An Individual, CAROL JOAN PEFLEY, 55 E Hamilton Ave, Campbell, CA 95008. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/01/2009 and 08/24/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Carol Joan Pefley /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #730102 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. El Chamoy Mela Rosa, 2. Rosa Mela, 699 Norte Shoreline Blv Apt # C505, Mountain View, CA 94043, Jorge Carrillo Villasenor. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 05/06/2026. /s/ Jorge Carrillo Villasenor. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 09/04/2026. (pub LG 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07/2026)

File Number: FBN729041. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. ECLAT SKIN STUDIO, 5031 Almaden Expy, San Jose, CA 95118. This business is conducted by: An Individual, KRISTEN VALDEZ, 2105 Foxworthy Ave, San Jose, CA 95124. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/03/2009 and 08/03/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Kristin Valdez /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30/2026)

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File Number: FBN729931. The following person (persons)

is (are) doing business as:or 1. WILLIAM M. YAO, DDS, MS, Use your mobile phone 2 2. WILLIAM YAO ORTHODONTICS, 18805 Cox Avenue, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #730182 150, Saratoga, CA 95070. This business is conducted scanner andSuite this QRYAO code The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: by: A Corporation, DENTAL CORPORATION, 18805 BreakThrough Hillside Home, 410 Farallon Drive, Morgan Cox Avenue, Suite 150, Saratoga, CA 95070. The registrant Hill, CA 95037, MS Living, LLC. This business is being to transact business under the fictitious to upload thecommenced document conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Above entity business name or names listed above on 04/01/2012 and was formed in the state of California. Registrant has not yet 08/28/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County begun business under the fictitious business or names andname publish your Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez /s/ Deputy, listed herein. /s/Marco Sotto. Owner. B20250328339. This 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. YAO DENTAL statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara Article/Reg # 3446576, Above Entity statement in CORPORATION, a County on 09/09/2026. (pub LG 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, was Formed in the State of California. /s/ William Yao /s/ 10/07/2026) President. (Pub LGN: 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23/2026) newspaper of File Number: FBN729514. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. Midpeninsula Business circulation general Services, 3630 Slater Ct, San Jose, CA 95132. This business is conducted by: An Individual, Braden Spencer-Albert, 3630 Slater Ct, San Jose, CA 95132. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 08/14/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Braden spencer-Albert /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/09, 09/16, 09/23, 09/30/2026)

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File Number: FBN729268. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. Nur Support Services, 6469 Almaden Expressway Ste 80 Unit #683, San Jose, CA 95120. This business is conducted by: An Individual, ESRA NUR ALTUN, 6469 Almaden Expressway Ste 80 Unit #683, San Jose, CA 95120. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 08/07/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Esra Nur Altun /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07/2026)

File Number: FBN729060. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. Twisted Chill, 486 Irving Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, Twisted Chill LLC, 486 Irving Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/3/26 and 08/03/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. Twisted Chill LLC, Article/Reg # 201609910574, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Peter Pascoal /s/ Co-Owner. (Pub LGN: 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07/2026)

File Number: FBN730097. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. KIT & SIS, 2. KATE & SIS, 15351 Via Palomino, Monte Sereno, CA 95030. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, AG SISTERS, LLC, 15351 Via Palomino, Monte Sereno, CA 95030. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 09/04/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. AG SISTERS, LLC, Article/Reg # 202018810265, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Madeline Pollock /s/ Managing Member. (Pub LGN: 09/16, 09/23, 09/30, 10/07/2026)

File Number: FBN729882. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. ATELIER NICOLA, 2. SARTORIAL EXPRESSIONS, 4125 Blackford Ave Suite 140, San Jose, CA 95117. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, SARTORIAL EXPRESSIONS LLC, 4125 Blackford Ave, Suite 140, San Jose, CA 95117. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/20/2026 and 08/27/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. SARTORIAL EXPRESSIONS LLC, Article/Reg # B20260381496, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Nicolas Elsousou /s/ Owner. (Pub LGN: 09/02, 09/09, 09/16, 09/23/2026)

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Note: If you filed your fictitious business name more than five years ago, you must file a renewal and re-publish to remain compliant.