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THE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE OF MORGAN HILL, GILROY & SAN MARTIN

A supplement to the Gilroy Dispatch & Morgan Hill Times

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Stitcher’s Muse

Morgan Hill Needle Arts is the last of its kind

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CHARTED DESIGNS South Valley needlepoint store fights to keep its doors open BY MARY BARTHOLOMEW

STITCHER’S HAVEN Open for 20 years, Madonna Needle Works in Morgan Hill is the last standing needlearts shop in a 40-mile radius.

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ore than 20 years ago, Teri Sanford Pharis walked away from a successful career in the tech industry and entered the more calculated, yet slow-paced world of needlecraft.

Today Pharis owns a premier needlepoint store in the South Valley.

“This is not your grandmother’s needlepoint store.” exclaims Pharis.

Long farm tables welcome seasoned stitchers and newcomers to Madonna Needle Works in Morgan Hill, where they can congregate during informal stitch and bitch sessions.

Filled floor to ceiling with handpainted needlepoint canvases and a wave of rainbow colors, the store is a sanctuary for stitchers looking for a friendly place to relax and

destress while working on their favorite project.

Inspired at an early age by her mother Joan Sanford—who at 84-years-young is still actively stitching—Pharis discovered a love for French embroidery and crewel work.

She took up needlepoint in the ’90s while working as a marketing director for a consumer electronic company in Cupertino and taking classes with Lyn Dougherty, owner of Exclamation Point needlework shop.

As Pharis worked on her master in business, she worked at Exclamation Point part time before she opened Madonna Needle Works in 1999 in Morgan Hill.

At one time, Exclamation Point, was the longest running brick and mortar needlepoint shop since

Dougherty first opened its doors in 1977 in Saratoga. Since then, it has had several owners and survived a moved to Santa Clara in 2011 before a 2017 relocation to Oregon where its current owner Melanie Vancil offers needlepoint and cross-stitch supplies online.

The loss of Exclamation Point shop hit the needlearts community hard. From Morgan Hill the nearest needlepoint shop is Old World Designs in Menlo Park, which is roughly 40 miles away and Elegant Stitch in Modesto is 75 miles away.

“If you like color, fiber, texture, working with your hands—you know it’s an artistry.” says Donna Collins of San Jose, a regular at Madonna’s who has been stitching for the past 42 years.

Craft stores typically carry the most popular colors and in just one

or two weights and in a handful of fibers because it’s too expensive for a shop to carry the full line of multiple thread vendors, but the selection at Madonna’s is mesmerizing.

“Purchasing threads, especially, is a very visual and tactile thing,” says Roberta Pabst, president of the Santa Clara Valley chapter of the Embroiderers Guild of America (EGA). “We like to see and feel what we are considering using in our art. We put the colors next to each other and spend lovely hours choosing just the right threads.

These things would not be possible without this shop—it is the only one of it’s kind for many miles.”

Historically needle arts has been a means for women to demonstrate their talent, skills and wealth through the complexity of design and the use of expensive fibers like

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marched in the streets demanding equal pay. At the other spectrum, the resurgence of needlepoint and quilting soared due to Erica Wilson’s PBS needlepoint series and Wilson’s books. Wilson enthusiastically presented needlepoint as Julia Child’s did for French Cooking. Wilson was a graduate of the Royal Academy of Needleworks.

In the early 2000s, women supported soldiers serving the Afghanistan War by knitting socks and helmet liners. By 2017, Women on the March for Science created solidarity in protest with knitted pink pussyhats.

Throughout recorded history people have expressed themselves with various kinds of mark-making.

“People use the needle arts to show love, to entertain themselves, to have something non-electronic

to interface with, to spend time with friends sharing what they are doing,” says Pabst.

A growing trend is subversive cross-stitch, where new stitchers, regardless of age, race, political persuasion, sexual orientation, or social status, are recognizing the importance of self expression.

Cross-stitch pattern books, like “Feminists Icons” by Anna Fleiss and Lauren Mancuso depict portraits of strong women; “Feminist Cross-Stitch” by Stephanie Rohr depicts patterns with clever anti-patriarchy quotes embellished with traditional floral flourishes.

“Subversive Stitch” by Rozsika Parker offers a historical review of women’s role in embroidery.

Currently, Shannon Downey is leading the craftivist movement with Badass HERstory project

which urges people to put down their devices and express themselves in a 12” square—creating blocks which will later be stitched together to create a 3D structure.

Local organizations are working on outreach programs to help connect people with needlearts like the San Francisco School of Needlework and Design and local EGA chapters.

“Here at San Francisco School of Needlework and Design we are witnessing a resurgence of interest in handwork,” said executive director Laura Maloney. “We have been pleasantly surprised by large number of millennials who attend our classes looking for a way to connect with their creativity through handwork and find joy in the meditative practice of needlework.”

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silk and gold threads. Elaborately decorated clothing announced their wealth and status in society. Spanish blackwork was made famous by King Henry VIII’s first wife Catherine of Aragon. Stumpwork and goldwork are the highest skill level that enhance needlepoint, cross-stitch and embroidery.

In the late 1800s orphan girls practiced their ABC and numbers on perforated paper with red thread before creating samplers on uneven cloth. These “Redwork Samplers” were the girls’ resumes, the better the stitch quality helped procure better employment upon leaving the orphanage.

Needlearts seemed to increase in popularity during turbulent times as a means of expression.

During the height of the feminist movement in the 1970s, women

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Needle Works is, the store has ridden out numerous storms over the last 20 years: recessions, store relocations, and consumers scaling back on crafts due to time or money constraints.

And the recent sale of the Sutter Hill Shopping Plaza, Madonna Needle Work’s current location at 15790 Monterey Road, has hit Pharis especially hard because the strip mall’s increased property taxes has aggregated a 23 percent increase in rent and communal expenses.

Though the store boasts having the largest selection of hand-painted needlepoint canvases, cross-stitch and thread supplies in the U.S., it is in danger of closing—it is the last bastion of needleart shops within a 40-mile radius of Morgan Hill.

In order to meet the staggering rent increase, Pharis is reaching out to customers with a plea to raise $20,000 by February 2019 in order to keep the business afloat.

In exchange, for every $100 gift certificate purchased she is offering an additional 10 percent discount on merchandise. A Go Fund Me page Needlework - What a Great Hobby was started to reach a larger audience.

To keep current with trends, Pharis regularly attends The National Needlearts Association

(TNNA) conventions to connect with leading needle artists who work with designers in creating home decor and clothing for the latest trends for pillows, chair seats, cushions and clothing, purses, and ornaments.

For the the adviced stitcher and the novice alike, Madonna Needle Works supplies materials for embroidery, cross-stitch, crewel, hardanger, silk ribbon, tatting, stumpwork, and goldwork. Pharis and her staff impart valuable advice in helping their clients to select the right fibers to create the desired texture and recommend advanced stitches to elevate the overall effect of the piece.

Bottom line they help up your game.

The tactile experience, guidance and customer service is that something you can’t get online or with a store with limited inventory.

Beginners often impulse shop at large craft chain stores and are faced with “how to” questions. Often they give up or leave the project unfinished. Initially YouTube videos are great resources, however don’t provide critiques on your tension, thread laying nor thread direction.

Pharis recommends beginner classes as a foundation to learn the basics.

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DIWALI SHOW

The Indian Association of South County presents its 24th annual Diwali Show featuring performances, great food and fun on Nov. 17.

OUT & ABOUT

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DIWALI SHOW Don’t miss the Indian Association of South County’s 24th annual Diwali Show. Celebrate the Panch Tattva–the five elements of earth, wind, fire, water and sky at the IASC’s biggest party of the year. Guests will be amazed by the talent of children and adults in the community and great food, fun and entertainment. Also enjoy a social hour and dancing. Saturday, Nov. 17, 4:30-11pm at Oakwood School, 105 John Wilson Way. For information and tickets, visit iascinfo.com.

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COMEDY THEATER Join Pintello Comedy Theater for the hilarious comedy, The Odd Couple.

Follow contradictory characters Oscar Madison and Felix Unger as these best friends move in together and their friendship is put to the test in this classic comedy written by Neil Simon and directed by Rod Pintello. Friday and Saturdays through Dec. 1, 8pm and Sunday Matinee, Nov. 18, 2pm at Pintello Comedy Theater, 8191 Swanston Lane. For tickets and information, visit pintellocomedy.com.

MORGAN HILL

TAKE A HIKE Join the Open Space Authority for National Take a Hike Day and enjoy a gently paced family-friendly hike through the oak woodlands to witness the beautiful views of the valley. Choose from a 2-mile round trip hike to the trail’s first overlook or continue along the full Arrowhead Trail Loop and hike about 6-miles round trip. Bring drinking water and enjoy the outdoors at this free hike. Saturday, Nov. 17, 9am-noon at Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve, 550 Palm Ave. For information and registration, visit tinyurl.com/ybbeydbu.

AROMAS

Enjoy hot apple cider and treats by the fire and find that special gift at the Aromas Hills Artisans Holiday Art Festival. Be creative at a workshop, watch demonstrations and shop with artists showcasing stained glass, quilting, jewelry, paintings, pottery and sculptures, drawings, fiber art and more. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 17 & 18, 10am-4pm daily at Aromas Community Grange, 400 Rose Ave. Raffle drawing to be held Sunday, Nov. 18, 2pm. Visit aromashillsartisans.com.

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ART FESTIVAL

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THEATER PREVIEW

Family relationships

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CHRISTMAS STAGE South Valley Civic Theatre presents ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ Nov. 16-Dec. 8 at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse.

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Trust and love restores faith in humanity

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on’t mess with success” may be director Carol Harris’s motto for South Valley Civic Theatre’s holiday production of “It’s a Wonderful Life,” a stage version of the hugely successful and well known 1946 Frank Capra film—the one starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed that’s broadcast on TV every single Christmas season.

Seph McCarty as George Bailey and Audrey Del Prete as Mary appear to be channeling Stewart and Reed in their rehearsals.

“You have to give it what people

are familiar with,” said Harris, who directed the same show for SVCT a decade ago—long enough that Scott Lynch, who played George Bailey in that production, has grown into the role of the fledgling angel Clarence. “I just try to approach the sensitivity of the George character, the family relationships. It’s a story of trust and love and relationships and the fact that if he had never been born, these people would never have ended up in the same way.”

As if a refresher is needed: “It’s a Wonderful Life” is the story of George Bailey, a frustrated

businessman in Bedford Falls who’s spent his life giving things up for others, and on Christmas Eve is thinking about ending his life. His guardian angel, Clarence, shows him what life would be like if he’d never been born, and restores his faith in himself and humanity.

McCarty and Del Prete, both San Jose residents who are new to the SVCT stage, are undaunted by the giants of the screen who preceded them.

“The show’s been around forever,” said McCarty, who came to the show without preconceived notions of what role he might play. ”It’s tapping into something people can connect with. I feel like that character gets to everyone deep down.”

By contrast, Del Prete specifically auditioned for the role of Mary. “I felt like I was Mary,” she said. “I just think about the other moments in my life that have been similar.”

McCarty said he first saw the film when he was 8 or 10 years old.

“I really am glad to be doing it,” he said of the play. “I feel a genuine connection with the struggle George faces.”

Harris said the show is a perfect holiday drama and musical.

“The kindness among strangers goes so far,” she said. “George Bailey didn’t have a lot, but what he had he gave away, and it all came back to him.”

The show’s co-producers are Robin Bezanson and Judi Grant.

It also stars James Daniel Pearson as Henry Potter, Sean O’Connor as Harry Bailey, Jeff Swan as Uncle Billy, Bob Brown as Mr. Gower, Scotty Gregg as Sam Wainwright and Cambria Pace as Zuzu.

“It’s a Wonderful Life,” by James W. Rodgers. South Valley Civic Theatre. Nov. 16-Dec. 8 at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse, 17090 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill. Tickets $25, $20 seniors, $16 youth.

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THANKSGIVING CENTERPIECE

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Create the perfect Thanksgiving dinner table by making a tabletop centerpiece at BookSmart of Morgan Hill’s Thanksgiving Floral Arranging Workshop. Amy Osako-Aochi, owner of Michi’s Floral Company, will teach the basics of making a tabletop centerpiece, then participants can get creative and design their own unique arrangements that will be ready to display. This workshop includes instruction, supplies, flowers and greenery, wine and hors d’oeuvres. Monday, Nov. 19, 6-8pm at BookSmart of Morgan Hill, 1295 E. Dunne Ave. Cost is $45 in advance, $50 on the day of the event. To RSVP, call 408.778.6467. Visit, tinyurl.com/y73pm9cd.

GILROY HOLIDAY COMEDY Head to the theater and enjoy the

heartwarming holiday comedy Mom’s Gift, written by Phil Olson, the annual fundraiser for the Michael J. Fox Foundation for

Parkinson’s Research presented

by Limelight Actors Theater. In this comedy with a heart, Mom has been dead for 11 months and shows up at her husband’s birthday party as a ghost with a mission.

Like Clarence in It’s a Wonderful Life, she has to accomplish a task to earn her wings. Enjoy door prizes and special surprises along with this wonderful show for the holidays Nov. 16 through Dec. 8 at The Gilroy Center for the Arts, 7341 Monterey St. For more information and performance schedule, visit limelightactorstheater.com.

FALL BOUTIQUE Join Fortino Winery in its Barrel Room for its

annual Fall Boutique. Discover handcrafted items and gifts including soaps, wine bottle lights, candles, jewelry, art and more presented by more than 20 artists and vendors. Attendees will also enjoy music by Carlos Padilla, hot apple cider served outside and hot mulled wine inside the tasting room. Admission is free.

Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 17 and 18, 11am-5pm each day at Fortino Winery, 4525 Hecker Pass Highway. Visit fortinowinery.com.

FILM SCREENING Everyone is welcome to head to the Gilroy Library to view a free film on food and farming at the free film screening of Edible City. This film

FESTIVAL FUNDRAISER

Kick off the holiday season and raise funds supporting the community’s most vulnerable members at the 16th annual Festival of Trees. Enjoy an auction of lavishly decorated trees, silent auction items, raffle prizes, a dining experience by executive chef Mark Johnson and an exclusive surprise performance. Tickets are $125, benefiting Rebekah Children’s Services. Saturday, Nov. 17, 6-10pm at The Granada Theater, 17440 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill. For more information, visit rcskids.org/festival-of-trees.

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION Join the Gilroy Library for a non-sectarian, practice-based meditation. This class will be based on the teachings found in Dr. Kabat-Zinn’s book, “Wherever You Go, There You Are.” Participants

Enjoy holiday shopping at the fourth annual Sip, Shop, and Sparkle—A Holiday Boutique. Local vendors will come together to present a variety of shopping choices to help mark off everyone on that holiday shopping list. Attendees will enjoy complimentary mimosas and appetizers while shopping.

Sunday, Nov. 18, noon-5pm at Old City Hall, 7400 Monterey St, Gilroy. Bring along a non-perishable food item for Second Harvest Food Bank to be entered to win a grand prize. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/y6vu4swo.

will practice breath awareness and use ancient practices combined with modern neuroscience to become intimate with their innate capacities for peace and satisfaction. Practice mindfulness Tuesday, Nov. 20, 7-8pm at Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth St. For more information, visit sccl.org.

games, language, math, art and storytelling. Participants can bring their own mat or borrow one, comfortable clothing is recommended and parents are welcome to participate. Friday, Nov. 16, 4-5pm at Morgan Hill Library, 660 W. Main Ave. For more information, visit sccl.org.

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HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE Join more than 20 vendors with crafts, boutique items and other gifts for the holidays at the Jingle & Mingle Holiday Boutique benefiting Relay for Life South County. Find the perfect gift for friends and family or a special something to keep for yourself. Saturday, Nov. 17, 9am-2pm at Morgan Hill Masonic

YOGA KIDS Children ages 5-10 are invited to yoga classes designed specifically for them every first and third Friday of the Month through December. Each themed class features yoga along with other elements including music,

Center, 380 W. Dunne Ave. Visit tinyurl.com/y9jdxlaj.

POST-THANKSGIVING HIKE Burn extra calories after Thanksgiving by joining Open Space Authority docents for an easy or moderate walk to Hike Your Pie Off. Choose from a leisurely 2-mile out-and-back walk to the first overlook of the Arrowhead Trail with some educational stops from 9am-11am or hike the moderate 4-mile loop trail with some rest stops to talk about the preserve from 9am-1pm.

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introduces diverse characters who are challenging the paradigm of a broken food system, digs deep into their unique perspectives and transformative work and finds inspirational solutions based on growing local food systems and economies. A curator lead discussion will be held following the film. Monday, Nov. 19, 6:308:30pm at Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth St. Visit sccl.org.

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11 twinkling light displays and special holiday treats around every turn. Ice skate under the stars, visit with Santa, ride favorite rides, find crafts in the Marketplace and more. Friday through Sunday nights, Nov. 23-25, 4-9pm at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park, 3050 Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy.

For more information visit gilroygardens.org.

DRAWING CLASS

Art enthusiasts ages 13 and up are invited to Beginning Drawing with Charcoal and Pastels at Gilroy Library. Beginners and artists of various levels of experience are all welcome. This class will be taught by local self-taught artist David Hofstad, who has created commissioned art in Gilroy for 25 years.

Thursday, Nov. 29, 3:30-5:30pm at Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth St, Gilroy.

Space is limited, to sign up, visit sccl.org/events.

Open Space Preserve, 550 Palm Ave. For more information visit, openspaceauthority.org.

EVENTS

EVENING EXPERIENCE Enjoy the magic of the season during Gilroy Gardens’ Gardens@ Night Holiday. Gilroy Gardens’ 26 acres of majestic trees and gardens come alive with

DUELING PIANOS Enjoy an evening of fast, funny and unforgettable entertainment with Dueling Pianos International.

Experience two sharp-witted, talented musicians with two grand pianos playing classic rock, country, hard rock, Top 40 and more. Attendees will also enjoy a three-course dinner by the Live+Love+Leal culinary team.

Don’t miss this unique evening Saturday, Nov. 24, 6-10pm at Granada Theatre, 17440 Monterey St, Morgan Hill. For tickets and more information, visit liveloveleal.com.

HOLIDAY WINE TASTING Solis Winery is offering its awardwinning vintage wines from its library cellar to celebrate the holiday season. Guests are invited to taste and/or purchase handselected, super-premium wines.

GLOW YOGA Head to Art of Yoga to brighten up this darker time of year with Glow Yoga.

Participants will enjoy an all-level flow yoga class with the added fun of low lights and glow sticks. Wear white or light colors, if possible; glow sticks will be provided. This class will be free to members or require a regular class pass for drop-ins. Friday, Nov. 30, 6-7pm at Art of Yoga, 16165 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill. Please note, pre-registration is suggested. Visit, artofyogamorganhill.com.

BLUE HOUSE Rock out with Blue House at the Milias Restaurant. Enjoy Blue House’s close knit harmonies and unique folk acoustic and rock sound while enjoying the unique and friendly atmosphere at the Milias. Friday, Nov. 30, 7:30pm-10:30am at The Milias Restaurant, 7397 Monterey St, Gilroy. For more information, visit themiliasrestaurant.com.

ENERGY SAVING TOOLKIT Use a library card to check out a free “Do-it-Yourself Home Energy Saving Toolkit” from the Morgan Hill or Gilroy library and learn how to save on energy and water bills, presented by Silicon Valley Energy Watch. The kit features energy and water saving supplies to keep including two LED light bulbs, three low-flow faucet aerators, weather stripping, and more. Also included are tools to borrow to measure appliance energy use, determine heat loss, set refrigerators and freezers to appropriate temperatures, and much more. A guidebook instructs how to install supplies and use the tools, and includes money saving tips.

Also enjoy an opportunity to win a smart power strip after using the toolkit and completing a survey. The program runs through the end of the year. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/ycp64dgf.

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HANDMADE BAGS Calling all sewing enthusiasts! Join Family Threads Quilt Shop at its Clam Up (Zippered Pouches) event. These nesting bags are perfect for storing and carrying makeup, sewing supplies, tech gear and more.

Created with double-slide zippers and handy grab tabs it is easy to

open the bags wide and attached side panels prevent contents from falling out. Learn to create these fun, customizable bags in five sizes Saturday, Nov. 17, 10:30am-3pm at Family Threads Quilt Shop, 107 The Alameda, San Juan Bautista.

Visit familythreadsquiltshop.com.

INSPIRED REENACTMENT El Teatro Campesino presents La Virgen del Tepeyac 2018, adapted

by Luis Valdez and celebrating 45 years of tradition at the beautiful Old Mission San Juan Bautista. This joyous re-enactment of the miraculous events that inspired the religious rebirth of Indigenous Mexico dramatizes the four apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe to indigenous messenger Juan Diego in 1531. The performance features live music and Aztec dance and is presented in Spanish. Experience this special Christmas offering from Nov. 23-Dec. 16 at Old Mission San Juan Bautista, 406 Second St, San Juan Bautista. For more information, dates and tickets, visit elteatrocampesino.com.

Quantities are limited. Experience Holiday Library Wine Tasting weekends from Nov. 24-Dec. 31 at Solis Winery, 3920 Hecker Pass Road, Gilroy. For more information, visit soliswinery.com.

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ARTISTRY Madonna’s boasts the largest selection of hand-painted needlepoint canvases, cross-stitch and thread supplies in the U.S. Luxury items include imported linens for cross-stitch and goldwork supplies. Pharis has a network of finishers across the country who can transform finished canvases into pillows, framed works, decor pieces or ornaments.

Pharis recognizes with an aging stitching population, many needle arts are at risk of fading away so she is actively targeting millennials through social media and works with local chapters of EGA, conducts classes, round robins, trunk shows and donates supplies to local schools in an ongoing effort to revitalize interest in needle arts that has captivated earlier generations.

Classes offer guidance, build friendships and answer questions which are not covered online.

“The opportunity to create something beautiful with your hands while socializing with friends and family is rapidly disappearing,” explains Pharis, “There is a great joy when sharing ideas, learning new stitches, techniques and a deep satisfaction in completing something that you can look at, use and share.”

Madonna Needle Works is located at 15790 Monterey Road, Suite 300, Morgan Hill madonnaneedleworks.com.

CITY LIGHTS

NOVEMBER 15-DECEMBER 23, 2018

THEATER COMPANY

MAKING GOD LAUGH

by Sean Grennan

directed by Caitlin Papp

Supported by Producers Sandra Moll & Rick Holden Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com)

Tix & info: cltc.org, 408-295-4200

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of the craft. They provide our students access to all types of interesting and unique fibers to inspire their creativity,” says Maloney.

With the holidays fast approaching, shoppers on the hunt for gift items will be pleased to learn some customer favorites, including hand painted canvases with Christmas or Halloween themes, stockings, holiday-themed canvases, Asianthemed canvases, three dimensional projects, home decorating projects, beautiful totes to personalize with needlepoint bands. Anyone in search of a gift for at the shop will find Pharis and her team helpful in directing them to items of interest or with help customizing a kit.

Gift certificates take out the guesswork however if the crafter you have in mind complains of eye strain or back pain, owner Pharis recommends lighted magnifying lamps, table or floor stands to ease their pain.

For those who want a quick project while traveling, ornaments, gift card holders to stitch, small kit projects are available. Kits are available for adult beginners and young children 6- to- 12-years-old. Pet lovers can have their favorite pet portrait converted to hand painted canvases starting at $250. Needlepoint dog collar kits are another favorite.

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WINE

WORRIED ABOUT HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? Laura Ness

WINE SUCCESS George Troquato launches wine consulting service

to help amateur and professional winemakers alike.

Dream job Award-winning winemaker’s secrets

By LAURA NESS

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Many people with high blood pressure try to follow a healthy diet, exercise and take medications – yet their

Cinnabar wine at the Stomping Grounds in Gilroy since 2017.

“This is so much easier than hauling grapes up a narrow, winding road to the top of a mountain in Saratoga,” he admits.

He recently launched Troquato Creative Wine Consulting Services to help amateur and professional winemakers alike. He’s already garnering high praise.

Hamish Subramanian, a home winemaker since 2009, says Troquato’s advice helped him make better wines.

“He tasted all our wines and offered super-helpful tips,” says Subramanian. “Thanks to George, our bottled wines will be way better now than they would have been without him.”

Contact George Troquato at 408.621.0761 and georgetroquato@gmail.com.

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eorge Troquato has been the award-winning winemaker at Cinnabar since 1990.

The Los Gatos native, who graduated in 1985 from Cal Poly with a degree in crop science, made the first five vintages of Testarossa, from 1994 to 1998.

A resident of San Jose with his wife, Kristi, a nurse, and his three children, Troquato says Cinnabar has been the dream job of a lifetime.

“Working with Tom Mudd (Cinnabar founder, who passed away in 2007), we were learning how heritage clones of cab and chard would do at our virgin site,” he says. “The weather was very different then, so ripening cabernet was challenging, given the rainfall and cooler climate. The market was also very different, with more demand for chardonnay.”

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