shopping

Fruits a’plenty

When Clara Bisceglia Zanger inherited orchards along the Pacheco Valley in the 1940s, she encouraged her three sons—George, Joseph and Eugene—to use the land as a nice business venture. But no one could have predicted what that venture would become when her sons opened a [...]

Less screens, more fun

Kimberly Ewertz is a freelance writer for South Valley magazine and Gilroy Dispatch.
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The look of wonder and pure joy on a child’s face when presented with that long-awaited gift is nothing short of priceless, but where do you go to find that perfect gift? That’s easy; just head to Thinker Toys.Founded in 1969, Thinker Toys, one of the last vestiges of brick [...]

Time for tinsel

Debra Eskinazi is the editor of South Valley magazine.
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The season of giving is upon us and that’s not complete without smells of pumpkin spice and pine. The time-honored tradition of taking loved ones by the hand and meandering through tree lots in search of that perfect douglas fir or blue spruce is now. You know the [...]

Get it right here

Kimberly Ewertz is a freelance writer for South Valley magazine and Gilroy Dispatch.
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The holiday season is here, which means it’s time to decide who’s been naughty or nice. Instead of running to the computer for what and where to shop this year, treat yourself to a day of discovery by checking out the numerous local shops and boutiques in your community, or [...]

Top gifts for Dad

Tia Sundberg is a crafting diva, knitter, Halloween fanatic and freelance writer for South Valley magazine.
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Homemade paper necktie cards, coupons for yardwork, soap on a rope—-classic Father’s Day gifts, that just don’t fly anymore. This year, why not give back to the community and shop locally to spoil Dad at small businesses with our top five picks below: Oofos Recovery Shoes: [...]