The August 2008 show will include NEW Paintings of Bar Scenes, Paintings of Caberates and Paintings of Night Clubs, along with Jazz paintings at Peabody Gallery of Los Gatos

"Wailin' Sax" 24 x18 oil on linen

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Los Gatos Galleries & Art Exhibitions 2008

Peabody Fine Art Gallery

'Meet the Artist ' Champagne Reception for Artist Riki R Nelson & her newest works Saturday August 23rd 2008, 6 to 8 pm

Reception and Exhibit Web Site
http://www.riki-arts.com/angelatthebar.html

For more information - Contact Gallery Director, Ruth Dailey -
Phone 408-395-3440
email ruth@peabodyfineart.com

This is R.R. Nelson's biggest show of new work and only "meet the artist" reception this year at Peabody Gallery.Peabody Fine Art Gallery presents Recent

Press Release August 2008 - "Jazz on the Plazz, Angel at the Bar© - Bar Paintings & Jazz Art" - Oil Painting Exhibition & Champagne Artist Reception : New Oil Paintings by contemporary realist Riki R. Nelson at Peabody Gallery of Los Gatos. Join us for a Champagne Artist reception to celebrate two new suites of original oil paintings.

Riki R Nelson's biggest show and only reception of the year at Peabody Gallery. Come celebrate the unveiling of two new suites of Oil Paintings ; the " Jazz on the Plazz" concert collection, and introducing "Angel at the Bar" a unique suite of original oil paintings of the local "uptown" Bar Scene - with a twist. A double whammy of painter R.R. Nelson's unique interpretation of the good life in the Silicon Valley. Not to be missed. Reception Date: Saturday August 23rd - meet the artist - 6 to 8 pm - Exhibit runs August 5th to Sept 5th 2008 Location: Peabody Fine Art Gallery of Los Gatos 11 N Santa Cruz Ave Los Gatos Phone: 408 395 3440 email ruth@peabodyfineart.com

event web site http://www.riki-arts.com/angelatthebar.html Paintings by contemporary realist Riki R Nelson for information email to - artshows@riki-arts.com

See More Work by This Artist

Also at Peabody GAllery - Chad For President , Celebrating the work of Ron Burns - May - June 2008 at Peabody Fine Art Gallery, Los Gatos, CA - Meet Chad a four legged, tail wagging, American tie wearing pooch that is running as an Independmutt. Stop by to see Chad in person and learn more about his political views

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Ongoing featured artists include Dr. Seuss, Makenzie Thorps, the Disney Artists, Marcus Pierson, Ron Burns, Matt Lively, Anton Arkhipov
About this gallery; Fun, friendly, and One of the most exciting fine art galleries in the Bay Area. Rotating exhibitions of internationally know artists include: Mackenzie Thorpe, Dr. Seuss, Disney Artists, Ron Burns, Markus Pierson, & Local "Jazz Painter" , contemporary realist, Riki R. Nelson ..
Numerous shows and special exhibitions, always something new and wonderful and always the best fine art the bay area has to offer! Whimsical to Contemporary Realism.. Call for details.
11 N. Santa Cruz Ave. at Main St.

Phone (408) 395-3440
www.peabodygallery.com
ruth@peabodyfineart.com
Map Link to Peabody Gallery

Linda Durnell Gallery is closed, but temporarily in its place is "Got Art?" a gallery featuring exclusively local artists. Still lifes, portraits, abstract, landscapes and more. Artists includes many of your local favorites - Paint and pastel artists Tanya Carpenter, Sandra Jones, Nick White & Ed Lucey, Sculpture Jeff Owen and many many others, thru Sept. Go see it!

24 N Santa Cruz Ave
Phone: (408) 315-7573
http://www.paulaschales.com/gotArt/artists.html
24 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030
(408) 354-9484

Art Museum of Los Gatos,

Current Exhibit

Art Museum of Los Gatos, 4 Tait Avenue. Wed-Sun, noon -4 pm
The Art Museum in the Tait Avenue Firehouse 4 Tait Avenue on the corner at W. Main St. Los Gatos, CA 95030 408.354.2646
www.losgatosmuseum.org

Friendly art Galley & frame store with extensive rotating exhibits of quality local paintings and pottery, Great framing too! They do custom work, but also carry a varity of both photo, and gallery quality, ready-made frames.

Art in the Council Chambers

August 2008

Liberty Series, Original Paintings by Laurie Barna thru Sept. 18th

Web site .. http://www.town.los-gatos.ca.us/index.asp?NID=349

Location: Council Chambers, 110 E. Main Street. Lower Level
Laurie Barna, The Liberty Series http://www.watercolorsmyway.com/ Show Dates: June 26 - September 18 Reception Date: Friday, July 11, 6pm - 8pm
110 E. Main Street. Town of Los Gatos Council Chambers in the lower level of the Civic Center.
www.lgaa.org or www.town.los-gatos.ca.us Sponsored by the Town of Los Gatos Arts Commission

REVIEW: We're not really big Sports Art fans, but we found this gallery to be a quality gallery, beautifully displayed, and offering a quality experience featuring rare, authentic sports memorabilia, signed jerseys, autographed photos, all beautifully framed, they also specialize in custom sports display framing. 242 North Santa Cruz Ave Los Gatos 59 N. Santa Cruz Avenue Los Gatos, CA 95030 (408) 354-1100

Another Alternative art space worth seeing
Great Bear Coffee & Los Osos Cafe'
19 N. Santa Cruz Ave.
Los Gatos, CA 95030
(408) 395-8607

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Los Gatos Dining and Restaurants

"The New, Fabulous" Los Gatos Coffee Roasting and The New Los Gatos Gourmet - Great food and wine now at the Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company !
www.lgcrc.com *casual
In addition to wonderful coffees and sweet tasty treats, Los Gatos Coffee now features A Wine tasting bar, and a fabulous selection of premium California Wines. Wines are sold by the bottle to be taken home, or enjoyed with lunch. Premium Wines are also sold by the glass, and are generously served in beautiful, large bowled long stemmed glasses. They also offer a daily gourmet sandwich menu, and sell gourmet meats and cheeses. Delightful, casual "Los Gatos" atmosphere, a favorite for locals and visitors alike. Dine there, or order to go! Featuring Wine Gift Baskets.

They traditionally offer seasonal beverages & treats, coffee related gifts for the holidays, lovely holiday window displays, and rotating fine art exhibits.

Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company
www.lgcrc.com
101 W. Main St.,
Los Gatos, California
(408) 354-3263
(800) 877-771
Map to- Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company & Los Gatos Gourmet

* Special Holiday Dinners!*
Manresa
320 village lane, Los Gatos, - tiny street between N. Santa Cruz, and University, at Hwy 9
408 354 4330

Premiere dining in Los Gatos. Zagat Rated!

Manresa is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30 p.m., and Sunday from 5:00 p.m. Reservations are recommended. Manresa is tucked away at 320 Village Lane Los Gatos

http://www.manresarestaurant.com/

the Toll House & Three Degrees Restaurant ! The Toll House and Three Degrees Restaurant usually offers a fabulous champagne Holiday buffet. call for details www.threedegreesrestaurant.com
For reservations, call 408.884.1054
140 South Santa Cruz Avenue
Los Gatos, CA 95030
T 408.884.105
*Dressy, or Classy Casual. Modern elegance, meticulous attention to quality ingredients - mostly local - beautiful inside and out. Can accommodate large or small parties with a reservation. Full bar and Seasonal events. Located in inside the lovely Toll House Hotel. Park under or behind the Hotel.

non holiday hours -
Breakfast: 6:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Lunch: 11 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Dinner: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.

For reservations, call 408.884.1054

California Cafe
Old Town, Los Gatos
50 University Avenue
Suite 260
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Phone: 408.354.8118
losgatos@californiacafe.com

*Dressy casual
Quality Food and atmosphere. Large booths, attractive lounge with full bar, and we love their hours! - Holiday menus -

Hours:
Mon - Thurs 11:30 am - 10:00 PM
Fri & Sat 11:30 am - 10:30 pm Sunday 10:30 am - 9:30 pm
Sat 11:30 am - 10:30 pm
Sunday Brunch Sunday 10:30 am - 2:30 pm - open til 9:30 pm.

Please note: Main dining room is occasionally closed for weddings.

C.B. Hannegan's Restaurant
Food and Libation since 1980 -- Lots of fun & good food.. BBQ Ribs, Chicken, Salads. Atmosphereic full "Irish Pub" style bar upstairs - stained glass windows, wood bar and tables - . *casual

208 Bachman Ave.
Los Gatos, CA 95030
tel: 408-395-1233
fax: 408-395-2584
http://www.cbhannegans.com/index.html

e-mail:
leprechaun@cbhannegans.com

for catering, contact Kristen at
catering@cbhannegans.com

The Wine Cellar Resturant
Old Town Shopping Center, Los Gatos -
Nice Salads, Nice environment, cordial service, indoor booths & tables, as well outdoor dining. My 20 something niece Halley loves the fondue, and says it is a "great date place". We love their ambiance and hours - they serve all day.

Monday - Thursday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Friday and Saturday 11:30 am - 10:00ish
Sunday 11:30am - 9:00ish
Full Bar - small but attractive lounge..
The Wine Cellar
Tel: (408) 354-4808
Old 50 University Avenue,
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Old Town Shopping Center, Los Gatos

Call for Closings and private parties.

25 E Main St
Los Gatos, CA 95030
(408) 399-5180
http://www.igattirestaurant.com

Wonderful italian food, pasta, seafood and salads. A little formal, very italian - since Aldos is not what it used to be, this has become our favorite for Italian with a modern flair.

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Los Gatos Music and Concerts 2007- 2008

Important Note: Please Double Check all performance dates, times, and links for accuracy or changes. Many of these fill up fast so order your tickets early.

17th Annual Holiday Open House at Byinton Winery -
Holiday Open House -
December 2, 2007
Join Byington to welcome in the holiday spirit. Visit St Nicolas, enjoy delicious seasonal soups available for purchase and listen to local choirs as they carol in our wine cave. Bring in canned goods to donate to Martha's Kitchen and we will give you an additional discount on any wine purchases. 12 - 4 pm.

Please call 408-354-1111 for more information.

A Bach-Family Christmas
Sunday, December 2, 2007, 4:00 pm Los Gatos United Methodist Church
Enjoy the sounds of the holidays - the music of Johann Sebastian Bach. Bach-family Christmas— includes a special Bach set featuring the lively Magnificat in D of Johann Sebastian Bach, Johann Christoph Friedrich Bach's Wachet auf, ruft unds die Stimme and Johann Ernst Bach's Meine Seele erhebt den Herren ("Deutsches Magnificat").

Tickets: $20-$24

Info Phone: 650- 254-1700

Los Gatos United Methodist Church 111 Church Street
Los Gatos, CA 95030

http://www.scholacantorum.org

Tale of Two Symphonies: Saturday, December 1, 2007; 7:30 PM at Presbyterian Church of Los Gatos - Donation: $20 general, $15 senior/student, children 12 years and younger with adult FREE
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68 by Johannes Brahms
Grand Choeur Dialogue by Eugene Gigout
Margaret Kvame, Organ Soloist
Symphony No. 3 in C Minor, “Organ Symphony” Op. 78 by Camille Saint-Saens
Margaret Kvame, Organ Soloist

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Los Gatos Craft Fairs 2007

Most of these are privately owned, and offer unique shopping experiences, treasures from $5 to $5,000 ! <<<
Shopping in Los Gatos 2008

Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company & Los Gatos Gourmet - Wine Gift Baskets, Coffee Gift items,
www.lgcrc.com
101 W. Main St.,
Los Gatos, California
(408) 354-3263
(800) 877-771
Map to- Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company & Los Gatos Gourmet

Mad Hattress - Gifts - 130 N Santa Cruz Ave Ste B Los Gatos, CA 95030 (408) 395-3332 great fun store! affordable to extravagant, leather caps to ladies dress hats, I think I even saw a top hat - scarves and other clothing items,also. www.themadhattress.com

Domus Los Gatos Gifts Large store with wide selection - party items, cookware, decorative items, cards, linens, glass ware, seasonal gifts and Christmas Ornaments. a few hand made items. Largely affordable, and the selection is really huge!

Store Hours: Sunday - Wednesday 10am-7pm Thursday - Saturday 10am-9pm
Phone: (408) 354-6630
Address - 40 N Santa Cruz Aven ue Los Gatos, CA 95030 http://www.domusonline.com/locations/losgatos.php

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Los Gatos Holiday Merchandise

* Holiday Specials!*
Christmas Eve at Manresa
320 village lane, Los Gatos, - tiny street between N. Santa Cruz, and University, at Hwy 9
call for reservations 408 354 4330

* Holiday Specials!* Christmas at the Toll House & Three Degrees Restaurant !

The Toll House and Three Degrees Restaurant is offering a fabulous champagne Holiday buffet. call for details http://www.tollhousehotel.com/dining/index.html

For reservations, call 408.884.1054

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Los Gatos Hotels

Hotel Los Gatos
Hotel, Restaurant, Bar, Spa, walking distance to shops and downtown.
Hotel Los Gatos -
210 E. Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 P: 408.335.1700 | F: 408.335.1750
Reservations: 866.335.1700

The best place to stay in LG, wonderful staff, wonderfully managed hotel. Hottest new restuarnt in LG. Don't forget the spa! walking distance to town.

 The Toll House Los Gatos
I was so impressed with the ambiance and beauty of the newly remodeled Toll House Hotel lobby that I used their fireplace as a background in one my oil paintings - "A Formal Affair" .Call about holiday packages.

Home to the Three Degrees Resturant and lounge

The Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
140 South Santa Cruz Avenue. Los Gatos, CA 95030.

Toll-Free (800) 238-6111