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THE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE OF MORGAN HILL, GILROY & SAN MARTIN

OCTOBER 20, 2017

A section of the Gilroy Dispatch & Morgan Hill Times

Festival oflights Diwali celebrations begin to light up the South Valley

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DARKEST NIGHT The Hindu festival of Diwali begins Oct. 19

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Except of course, these residents weren’t preparing for Christmas.

They were preparing for the Hindu Festival of Diwali.

Hinduism is a cornucopia of different regional beliefs, and Diwali is one of the few occasions that is celebrated through all the subcategories of the religion. It is so popular that it draws participants from other religions. In the Tamil culture, Diwali is called Deepavalli, literally, the Light of the Lamp. This sums up the common thread that Diwali shares throughout South Asia. It is meant to be a celebration of light over dark, signifying the conquering of good over evil. Not surprisingly, it falls on what is predicted to be the darkest night on the lunar calendar—the lunar equivalent of the winter solstice, which usually falls in the late-October/early-November timeframe.

Among the South Bay’s vibrant South Asian community, Diwali thrives as a festival. There are a few commonalities practiced by all.

Gifts of new clothes and jewelry are common, and not surprisingly, Diwali rivals Christmas as a retail boom for South Asian vendors in the Bay Area. Stores will stock new shipments of Indian goods, and entire retail fairs will mushroom up, taking place everywhere from hotel banquet centers to friends’ houses.

Beyond the new clothes, traditional oil lamps (“diyas” or “deepam”) are a common tradition, and lighting them signifies welcoming light into the heart, mind and soul. Just as Christmas lights have replaced live candles, they also replace oil lamps for many, especially outdoors.

Here in the South Valley, which is blessed with a Hindu population large enough to boast several sub-traditions, there are a multitude of subtle differences in the way Diwali is celebrated. Neeta Sri, for example, who hails from the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, fondly remembers gambling and

The Hindu festival of Diwali begins Oct. 19 and is observed with diya lighting, home decoration, shopping, fireworks, puja (prayers), gifts, feast and sweets.

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“It is customary to play card games all through the night, after fireworks,” says Sri. “A game called three-patti is the most popular, but any card games are…game.”

Gujarati’s from western India celebrate it as the start of a new year, and their businesses often tie their fiscal years to the occasion.

Some subcultures celebrate it as a multi-day festival that leads up to the darkest night, while others celebrate only the day of the darkest night.

Other celebrants use this as a time to look inward—treating the occasion as a solemn one—meant to be marked by prayer. And even with these celebrants, there is a wide range of how the prayers are done, and even which Hindu deity is prayed to—with more than 32 million gods to choose from, Hinduism certainly has no dearth.

Others mark the event with a party filled with dancing and music.

For these people, even meat and alcohol are acceptably consumed on this day—marking Diwali perhaps as the only Hindu occasion that is celebrated in this manner.

The typical menu for Diwali thus varies widely, with everything from rice and various flatbreads being served as a staple, to a wide range of vegetable, lentil and meat dishes.

Since it has such an all-encompassing tradition, Diwali is embraced among South Asians who practice religions other than Hinduism. The Jain and some Buddhist communities, for example, celebrate Diwali, as does the Sikh community, which marks the occasion with one of its own: Bhandi Choor Divas, observed as a day of the liberation of Guru Hargobind.

Christians like Anu Mitha, who was raised Protestant in south India, celebrated Diwali with her Hindu neighbors, enjoying the celebratory fireworks and new clothes, along, of course, with the glorious Indian food. A big tradition she remembers is “Thaladeepavali,” where newly married couples celebrating their first Deepavalli/Diwali were gifted with presents by their in-laws.

“It is very special, and usually they are endowed with lots of gifts from either side of the family—though it is more for [ladies],” says Mitha. “We get lots of sarees and jewelry.”

Like many transplanted traditions, Diwali has been transformed in its new home, taking on new dimensions while keeping the core. The Christmas lights are an example. Some South Indian Tamils didn’t have the tradition of lighting lamps during Diwali, but have adopted it here in the South Bay, and will happily put up the lights for the sake of bridging worlds for their kids.

Hinduism at its core is a religion that encourages tolerance. So, most Diwali revelers are happy to keep their lights up until after Christmas, joining in the festivity of lights that December brings.

“Why not?” say a group of 7-yearolds, all from different ethnic backgrounds, as they trudge to school.

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With the warm weather outside, general manager Steve Howard suggested I try the 2016 Vin Gris ($22)—a dry rose made from Sarah’s estate pinot noir. Tim Slater, the winemaker, aged the wine in neutral French oak before coaxing out subtle flavors of tea rose, sage and watermelon.

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MORGAN HILL

WILDLIFE FESTIVAL Come together with the community to help WERC, WIldlife Education & Rehabilitation Center, continue its work at their 22nd Annual Wildlife Fest, its largest fundraiser of the year. This family friendly event offers a BBQ with all the trimmings, and unique and beautiful auction items available on both live and silent auctions, and craft projects for the youngsters. Advanced tickets required. Attend the Festival Saturday, Oct. 21, noon-3pm at the Morgan Hill Buddhist Building, 16450 Murphy Ave, Morgan Hill. For more information and tickets visit werc-ca.org.

GILROY

HALLOWEEN BEER CRAWL Dress to impress in your Halloween costume at the fourth annual Halloween Beer Crawl. This over-21 event includes a full day of costumes, shopping, and of course, craft beer. The event features craft breweries in Downtown Gilroy Pour Stations, home brew beer, tasty bites and live music. Join the Crawl in Downtown Gilroy, Saturday, Oct. 21 from 2-6pm; Stay for the After Party featuring music by the Chicano All-Stars at The District Theater, 7430 Monterey Rd. For more information, visit gilroywelcomecenter.org.

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ROSE RUN Strap on those running shoes and enjoy the tree-dotted rolling hills during the 2017 Morgan Hill Run & Bike Festival Rose Run. Festivities kick off on Saturday, Oct. 21 with the 8:30am Bike Tour and 11am Kids Run. The full marathon begins Sunday, Oct. 22 at 6:30am, the half marathon at 7am, and 5k and 10k start at 7:30am. All races begin and end at the Morgan Hill Community Park, 171 W. Edmundson Ave. For more information and to register, visit mhmarathon.com.

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Enjoy refreshments, conversation and painting in the crisp, autumn air as local artist Tami Bray Brown leads South County Tail Waggers’ fall Paint Night in support of their goal of creating a free monthly spay and neuter clinic for South County. Cost is $45, all proceeds go to SCTW Spay & Neuter Clinic. Space is limited to 50 painters.

Paint Night will be at Fortino Winery, 4525 Hecker Pass Highway, Wednesday, Oct. 25 at 6pm. For more information and tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/y8bjk2yz.

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THEATER

Shaking up Hollister

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WILD LOVE Lead character Natalie (Betsy Molchan) falls for the leather-jacket-bearing roustabout, Chad (Roberto Nolasco).

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San Benito Stage Company’s Teen Musical, “All Shook Up”

By JENNY ARBIZU

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t’s not unheard of for a biker to invade a small town— it’s actually been a headline for the city of Hollister.

So it shouldn’t be a surprise to hear that downtown Hollister is preparing, once again, to be taken over by another wild one: San Benito Stage Company’s teen musical, “All Shook Up.” Opening on Friday, Oct. 27, and running for three weekends, the musical features the songs of Elvis Presley. It is based on William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night and is set in the 1950s American Midwest.

The show is directed by brother-and-sister team Aaron Hernandez and Angela (Jula) Prak, and

is co-produced by Brian Murphy and Camille Blevins. Musical numbers were choreographed by Raeann Collison and vocal direction was also done by Prak.

In the story, lead character Natalie (Betsy Molchan) falls for the leather-jacket bearing roustabout, Chad (Roberto Nolasco).

Her chances with him are slim, though, because Natalie is a tomboyish mechanic. Her chances become even slimmer when Chad falls for Miss Sandra (Marie Miskin), the caretaker of the town’s museum. But with the help of Natalie’s friend, Dennis (Jonathan Arciniega), who is secretly in love with Natalie, a wild scheme

develops for her to gain Chad’s interest.

Wild love stories then ensue. It is a comedy of errors, with four love stories weaving in, out and around one another. But each story ultimately finds its rightful owner.

The show also ties in political issues of that era, such as race and socioeconomic status.

With a cast that ranges from 13- to 19-year-olds, audiences will enjoy hearing such popular Elvis songs as “Heartbreak Hotel,” “A Little Less Conversation,” and “It’s Now or Never.” Scenes with “Jailhouse Rock” and “Blue Suede Shoes” give audiences a great treat with the scenery and dance numbers. Lesser known ballads of Presley’s, such as “There’s Always Me” and “Fools in Love,” even find a place in tender storylines.

Perhaps the most poignant part of the show is the touching rendition of “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” sung by the cast at two different times in the show.

Murphy said this cast is more than ready to deliver a great show on opening night. He said rehearsals have gone extremely well, largely in part to the relationships of Prak and Hernandez with the cast.

“We’ve had shows where we’ve been worried about opening night.

With this show, we’re having really good runs of it weeks before. By the time we get to opening night, we’re gonna have a really solid production,” he said.

Blevins also is excited about the audience reaction.

“I think the audience is going to love the music; they’re going to know what the music is. It’s got some great lines in it and I think they’re just going to laugh,” she said.

Performances for “All Shook Up” run through Nov. 11. Tickets are available at Postal Graphics, 831.636.3787, and at brownpapertickets.com. For more information, visit sanbenitostage.org.

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Celebrate man’s best friend at El Dia de los Perros (Day of the Dog.) BookSmart and Tail Waggin’ All Breed Rescue will host this free rescue dog adoption event with help from Sonrisa Farms. Every dog gets a treat and hundreds of pet costumes will be available for purchase. Be sure to enter to win a $50 gift certificate for the dog best dressed in the El Dia de los Perros theme.

Join in at BookSmart, 1295 E. Dunne Ave, Suite 120, Morgan Hill on Saturday, Oct. 21 from 10am-noon. For more information, call 408.778.6467.

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GILROY DAY OF THE DEAD EXHIBITS Join the Gilroy Center for the Arts in remembering family members and friends who have passed on by helping to support their spiritual

journey at the 6th Annual Dia de los Muertos Community Ofrendas & Art Exhibit. The exhibit is open at the Gilroy Center for the Arts, 7341 Monterey St, from Oct. 14-Nov. 4. Be sure to attend the free event on Oct. 29 from noon4pm. For information about the

event or setting up an Ofrenda, visit gilroycenterforthearts.com.

HARVEST DINNER The Gilroy Demonstration Garden Harvest Dinner will treat guests to local spirits and heavy appetizers prepared by Chef Carlos and staff from Rebekah Children’s Services Kneaded Bakery. The menu includes produce grown in the demo garden and other locallysourced ingredients. The evening will also include local musicians, a raffle, a silent auction, garden tours led by the garden volunteers and more! Tickets are $50 and limited to the first 75 people, proceeds will help pay the garden’s water bill and host additional classes at the

garden. Enjoy the food and harvest on Friday Oct. 20, from 5:308pm at the Gilroy Demonstration Garden, 7360 Eigleberry St, Gilroy. For more information, visit gilroydemonstrationgarden.org GARLIC 5K The Great Garlic 5k Fundraiser, benefiting the City of Gilroy Recreation Department Youth Scholarship Fund, encourages Halloween costumes with a contest awarding prizes to the Best Individual and Best Group costumes.

Walkers, runners, strollers, bike riders, roller-skaters and bladers ages 5 and older are invited to walk, run, bike or roll in the 5k fundraiser celebrating healthy, fun lifestyles.

The 5k will be held, rain or shine, at

PAINTING OUTDOORS

Plein air painting leaves the four walls behind and takes painting out into the landscape. Join artist Sheryl Cathers of Downtown Gilroy’s dabble Art Center and enjoy Autumn’s beauty while painting outdoors at the Plein Air Painting Party. The cost is $50 and includes acrylics, 16x20 canvas and instruction by Sheryl; Registration is limited to the first 20 people. Paint outside Saturday, Oct. 28 from 3-6pm at the Gilroy Demonstration Garden, 7360 Eigleberry Street, Gilroy. For more information, visit gilroydemonstrationgarden.org.

Gilroy Sports Park, 5925 Monterey Frontage Road on Saturday, Oct. 28 at 9am. For more information visit cityofgilroy.org or call 408.846.0460.

MORGAN HILL SAFE TRICK-OR-TREAT Head to Downtown Morgan Hill on Halloween Night for Safe Trick or Treat, a free community event sponsored by The City of Morgan Hill and The Morgan Hill Downtown Association. Morgan Hill Businesses, companies, churches, and nonprofits will gather downtown to pass out candy to festive children in their Halloween costumes.

Join the fun in Downtown Morgan Hill, on Monterey Road between Dunne and Main, on

Explore the wonders of the nocturnal animals that call Hollister Hills SVRA home at the annual Creatures of the Night event. Bring a flashlight, layered clothing and delve into activity stations with nocturnal critters and a touch of Halloween fun. Park entrance is $5 per car, program is free. Visit the creatures of the night at Hollister Hills SVRA, Radio Ridge Campground, 7800 Cienega Rd, Hollister on Saturday, Oct. 21 from 5-7pm. For more information, visit http://tinyurl.com/ydyu5txy.

Tuesday, Oct. 31 from 5-7pm.

For more information, visit morganhilldowntown.org.

more information and tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/yajmbqbc.

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ZOMBIE CRAWL The Zombie Apocalypse is taking over Hollister’s Pub Scene during Hollister’s first-ever Zombie Crawl.

ARTI-Culture Presents Hollister’s Zombie Crawl featuring food, raffles, drink specials and a cash prize costume contest for deadliest zombie of all. Ticket price includes Zombie Crawl souvenir cup, bracelet and map of participating locations. Check in on Saturday, Oct. 28 at 5:30pm at Johnny’s Bar & Grill, 526 San Benito St. For

GHOST WALK The 9th annual San Juan Bautista Ghost Walk offers new spirits and locations! The guided walking tour features local ghost sightings and paranormal activities, and is sure to sell out. Five departures are offered nightly beginning at 6:30pm and reservation fees include gift bags and beverages. Tours begin and end in Downtown San Juan Bautista at Union Bank on the corner of Third and Mariposa Streets ➝ 14

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HAUNTED RESTAURANT See what goes bump in the night at Milias Restaurant in Gilroy during a dutch-treat luncheon followed by stories about the resident ghost, an active spirit of a young man that many have seen, and restaurant history from the owner and staff.

After storytelling attendees will have an hour after closing to browse the dining room with EVP recorders, nothing larger than handheld permitted. Ghost Hunt on Sunday, Oct. 29 from 1-4pm, at Milias Restaurant, 7397 Monterey

St, Gilroy. For more information, visit http://tinyurl.com/yb4qydow.

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WINERY CONCERT Get cozy and Wine Down at Wine Down Wednesday: Fall Acoustic Concert Series at Hecker Pass Winery.

Purchase beer and Hecker Pass Wine at the Barrel Bar and enjoy acoustic music from international singer/songwriter Cygne. Outside alcohol prohibited. This free, familyfriendly event will be held in the La Vigna Event Center at Hecker Pass Winery, 4605 Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy on Wednesday, Oct. 25 from 6pm-8:30pm. Visit heckerpasswinery.com.

COVER CROP

Cover crops are essential to building healthy soil. Join Master Gardener Jan Bergkamp and learn how cover crops can improve garden soil, protect it from winter rains and support soil health. Discover how to select and seed cover crops, and how to cut them back to “grow” soil. Grow a Cover Crop for Great Soil at St. Louise Hospital Teaching & Demo Garden, 9400 No Name Uno Way, Gilroy on Saturday, Oct. 21 from 10-11:30am. For more information, call 408.981.8055.

on Oct. 27 and 28. For more information and reservations, visit rotarysanjuanbautista.com.

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SPOOKY FUN Bring the whole family to Halloween@Night at Gilroy Gardens and experience scares and dares, tricks and treats, and spooky fun as the park is lit up in a mysterious glow reflecting off waterways and trees. Rides will not be in operation, but there will be plenty of spooky-but-not-tooscary night time fun for all ages at Halloween@Night on Friday Oct. 20, from 7-10pm at Gilroy Gardens, 3050 Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy. For more information, visit gilroygardens.org.

DOG HIKE Hike through the redwoods with your best fourlegged friend. Join a park ranger and her canine partner on a “pawsome” hike through the redwood forest of Mt. Madonna County Park. Be sure to pack water, snacks, insect repellent, sturdy shoes, layered clothing and a leash for your dog. Meet at the Redwood Grove Picnic Area at Mt. Madonna County Park, 7850 Pole Line Road, Watsonville on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 3:30-5pm. For more information, call 408.842.2341 or visit sccgov.org.

OPEN MIC Head to Open Mic Night at GVA Café Wednesday, Oct. 25 and enjoy the creative local music scene. Share your talents with

EVENING MEDITATION Discover the life-enhancing benefits of regular meditation practice and experience the supportive energy in group meditation.

Blue Lotus Meditation & Yoga Center welcomes beginning and experienced meditators alike to experience a time of instruction, inspiration and silent practice at on Wednesday, Oct. 27 and every Wednesday through the end of 2017 from 6:30-7:30pm at 8347 Church St, Gilroy. For more information, visit bluelotuscenter.org.

KNITTING AND CROCHET Relax, reduce stress and socialize at the Gilroy Library weekly dropin knitting and crochet circle. The circle meets weekly and invites attendees to bring their projects, ask questions, receive help, share ideas and meet new people. Join the free Knitting and Crochet Circle at the Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth St, Gilroy on Thursday, Oct. 26 at 1pm.

For more information, visit sccl.org/ gilroy or call 408.842.8207.

FARMERS MARKET Get to know where your food comes from while enjoying your morning drink. Fresh local organic food will be available at the farmers market on the front patio at Vertigo Coffee Roasters.

Farmhouse Foods—Eat With the

Seasons will be offering a wide selection of locally grown, seasonal, organic produce, locally-raised meats, cheeses, breads and more.

Shop the farmers market at Vertigo Coffee Roasters, 81 Fourth St. on Saturday Oct. 28 from 9am-noon.

For more information, visit www. facebook.com/vertigocoffee.

GOLF TOURNAMENT Head to the Gilroy City Amateur Golf Tournament and see who will be crowned the 2017 Gilroy City Amateur Golf Champion. Divisions will be Men, Women, Gross, Net and Senior (60+), with an original skins game available. The tournament will span two days with the first round of 18 holes of golf with cart on Saturday, Oct. 28 at 9am at Eagle Ridge Golf Course, 2951 Club Dr, Gilroy and the final round of 18 holes with cart, food and prizes on Sunday, Oct. 29 at 8am at Gilroy Golf Course, 2695 Hecker Pass Road. For more information call Gilroy GC at 408.848.0409 or Eagle Ridge at 408.846.4561.

PUMPKIN JUNCTION Experience Pumpkin Junction with the whole family. Children will make lasting memories as they enjoy the harvest season and explore all that Casa de Fruta has to offer. Come and find the perfect pumpkin, mine for gemstones at Casa de Miner’s Sluice, ride Casa de Choo Choo and take a spin on Casa de Carousel.

The Junction runs through Oct. 31 from 8am-8pm at Casa de Fruta Orchard Resort, 10021 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister. For more information, visit casadefruta.com.

CORN MAZE Those searching for a fun fall adventure will want to head to Swank Farms in Hollister to check out both the day and nighttime experiences. Daytime mazes and events including the Kiddy Corral, Spookley Maze, Maniac Maze, Cow Train Pedal Karts, slide, and more are open daily from 10am-6pm.

Nighttime events begin at 6pm and the haunted Terror in the Corn “Anything Goes” opens after dark on weekends only. Visit Swank Farms, 4751 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister through Oct. 31. For more information, visit swankfarms.com.

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id you know that the fastest growing segment of our population is people over the age of 100? The latest census figures show that the United States and Japan have the most people in that age group. Except for Willard Scott’s greetings to centenarians on their birthdays, it used to be rare to hear about these super-senior citizens.

Advances in health and nutrition have turned the tide.

At Live Oak Adult Day Services, we have had quite a few seniors

over the years who have celebrated their 100th birthday, and beyond.

Nora was 100 the day she walked into the center wearing a long velvet evening gown over her pajamas.

She made quite an entrance, as you might imagine. She had a fun-loving personality and attributed her long life to laughter.

Anne made it to 102 years old.

She was born in 1912—the day the Titanic set sail. Anne always added four teaspoons of sugar to her coffee, and asked for salt with every meal, so we decided that her secret to longevity was lots of sugar and salt.

Frannie celebrated her 100th birthday here with a visit from the mayor, a longtime family friend.

Her family also attended the celebration, bringing a cake that must have had seven layers. We still talk about that cake.

Now, Maxine is about to be 99 years old, and we decided that a party is definitely in order. Why make her wait until she is 100?

When reminded that her 99th birthday is approaching, Maxine giggles, “Well, then I had better get a little respect around here!” She is requesting a chocolate cake, but we had a big laugh when I told her we cannot add 99 candles, or the smoke detectors and overhead sprinklers would turn on. Maxine says her plan is to live to be 110 years old, as long as she can continue to indulge in a little alcohol, “just enough to keep up my spirits.”

The other seniors here feel they would like to reach the age of 100, or even beyond, as long as they are healthy. That is the one caveat to such a long life. No one wants to be ill or bedridden for a decade or two.

What are the challenges families face as their loved ones are more and more likely to reach such advanced ages? Finances can run low. Savings may be depleted paying for health care needs, assisted living and nursing home costs.

While not all seniors end up in a nursing home or assisted living center, will there be enough high-quality, affordable facilities available to serve this burgeoning population?

There is also the now-common situation of an 80-year old senior caring for a 98 or 100 year old parent. The “child” may not be especially healthy or energetic enough to be a caregiver for such a frail parent. Lots to think about.

In the meantime, stock up on the birthday candles and enough alcohol to keep up your spirits.

Cheryl Huguenor is the program director at Live Oak Adult Day Services in Gilroy. For more information visit liveoakadultdaycare.org.

GETTING OUT

Stunning summit

Ron Erskine

ODD OBELISK The last remnant of Almaden Air Force Station that protected us from Cold War threats from 1957 to 1980.

MidPen reopens Mt. Umunhum

By RON ERSKINE

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relationship with Mt. Umunhum, so familiar yet beyond reach. The iconic radar tower is always with us, visible from nearly everywhere in the valley, but for 200 years the 3,486-foot mountaintop has been off limits to us. No longer. Restoration completed, in September the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District opened Mt. Umunhum to the public.

Whether you come from San Jose or through New Almaden, Hicks Road eventually meets Mt. Umunhum Road. Hang on tight.

It is a steep and winding 5 ½-mile, 2,000-foot climb to the summit.

About a mile before the peak, the road levels out as it traverses the

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ost beloved landmarks have an air of aesthetic elegance that endears them to us.

Most, but not all. The massive radar tower atop Mt. Umunhum that has looked out over the Santa Clara Valley since 1957 gets no style points, but this sterile concrete obelisk is loved nonetheless. When the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District’s initial plans for restoring the mountaintop included removal of the tower, the enormous public outcry turned the tide. The tower would stay.

Until recently, Santa Clara Valley residents have had a strange

summit ridge. The views of Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay are stunning. Oddly, the radar tower, so close, remains hidden behind an intervening ridge.

Even at the visitor parking area, the mountain’s last looming bulge conceals the radar tower. After a 150-stair step climb, suddenly, there it all is. The tower and the amazing views across the entire bay area compete for your attention.

The first signpost on the west summit guided me through the sights below: Santa Cruz, the San Francisco skyline, Silicon Valley, and all three of the high mountains that surround the bay: Mt. Tamalpais, Mt. Diablo and Mt. Hamilton. In perfect conditions, one can see the Sierra Nevada.

A short distance farther down the path is a ceremonial circle built

by MidPen at the request of the local Ohlone people. Umunhum is the root word for hummingbird in five Ohlone languages. The mountain is sacred to Native Americans and is the site of the creation story for the Amah Mutsun people. Here they can dance and pray close to their creator.

Over to the cantilever deck and the East Summit, the views are vast and ever-changing. From every angle, we touched and inspected the radar tower that had always been so far away. It is the last remnant of Almaden Air Force Station that protected us from Cold War threats from 1957 to 1980.

Halfway down Mt. Umunhum Road, across from the Bald Mountain parking area, is the trailhead for the Mt. Umunhum Trail, a 3.5-mile multi-use trail that climbs 1,150 feet through chaparral and a cool canopy of trees and to the summit.

Wait for one of those crystalline days to visit this unsurpassed perch. Be sure to download MidPen’s free Mt. Umunhum audio tour app before you go for a better understanding of the mountain’s natural and human history.

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18 ACRES OF FARM LAND with two very nice homes, three large barns and several out buildings. 12 acres are being farmed with two wells.

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Keeping up with my 5-year old daughter; enjoying life and going on as many adventures as possible.

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