Art Galleries, Shopping and Dining in Los Gatos

NEW Web page of Oil Paintings of Los Gatos & the Los Gatos Mountains.
This Site for All seasons, is sponsored by Artist/Oil Painter, Riki R. Nelson www.riki-arts.com - partial update Nov 30th 2012

Shopping dining and art in Los GatosA courtesy Los Gatos Shopping & Dining Guide for all seasons including a fine Art, Shopping and Dining, and a seasonal Guide to Los Gatos Holiday Events and entertainment. Put together by locals, of our favorite - - mostly moderate to upscale-- Dining, Art, Shopping, Summer Concerts, & Town Events.(Click category) Holiday Events, Art ,Shopping, Dining, Hotels, PARKING INFORMATION in Los Gatos Ca. Los Gatos is a magical place for adults, kids, (and dogs!) to shop & play. Click a category AND / OR scroll to see listings & LINKS. Updates will be added through out the year so visit often! - some of our favorite places- Hosted by Los Gatos Artist, Riki R. Nelson

NEW Web page of Oil Paintings of Los Gatos & the Los Gatos Mountains.

"A Little Christmas Shopping", Original Oil On Canvas, 20" x 16"
price $1,600.00

 

"Santa Skiiing by Starlight", Original Oil On Canvas 6" x 8" framed price $265

Oil Paintingsby Artist Riki R Nelson
"Father Christmas" 6" x 8" oil on canvas
framed price $265.00
Father Christmas by Riki R Nelson

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"TBird Sunset" Original Oil On Canvas 24" x 36" $2,600

Painting of Los Gatos Ca

 

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"Santa w/drum & Tree", Original Oil On Canvas, 6" x 8"
framed price $265.00

Painting of vintage Santa Clause ornaments

SOLD

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Original Oil Paintings by Riki R Nelson
"Marquee Ala Gatos" 20 x 16 oil on linen

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*PARKING INFORMATION*

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Parking in Los GatosParking Info- In the Downtown, parking is free, and plentiful, but each lot has different limits : up to 3 hours in the main lots . There is a public parking lot behind "Mountains Charlies", at Santa Cruz ave on Main St. Continue up Main St, as if going into the hills and residential area, make an immediate right into the lot just past N. Santa Cruz Ave 3 and 2 hours, watch the signs, 2 hr street parking. . A second 3 hr lot is directly behind "Time Out Clothing" 108 N. Santa Cruz (-Lot parallels N. Santa Cruz between N. Santa Cruz & University Ave) This lot offers free valet parking to the public for the Holidays beginning sometime in Nov.
Unless you are in a rare, "Olive Zone", or a 2 hr. spot - remember to read the signs - in most downtown lots, you can park for 3 hrs, move your car to another spot in the same lot, and park again - they stop ticketing after 6 pm., so if you park after 3 pm, you are good for the evening in most of major lots. Two small,
all day parking lots are located at Highway 9 a couple lots down from Chase Bank & another behind Town Plaza Park, near the freeway entrance across/catty corner from the Toll House. Map of downtown town at the Chamber of Commerce site http://www.losgatosweb.com
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Los Gatos Christmas & Holiday Events 2012 - this section has been updated for 2012

Christmas and Holiday Events

>>> Please note that Holiday events have been updated for 2011, however they are subject to change, so please double check event web sites <<<

Carriage rides in los gatosFantasy of lights** 2012 **Christmas tree lighting and Santa ** Best of the Best of the Los Gatos Holiday offerings!

NOV 30TH CANCELLED - POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN TO Friday November 7 TH, 2012 Friday evening - Christmas Tree Lighting, & First evening of Carriage Rides,

Christmas Tree Lighting festivities begin at 4:00 pm at the Plaza Park at the corner of Main Street & Santa Cruz Ave. (across the Street from Willow Street Pizza) Actual lighting of the tree is at 6pm. Santa arrives on a red fire engine at 6:00 pm and goes back to North Pole at 7pm. unwrapped toys for the Toy Drive welcome. Popcorn, coffee and hot chocolate sold in the LGCM booth at the bus stop. Hosted by Los Gatos Community Foundation. http://www.losgatoschamber.com/comcal_main.html


Fantasy of lights 2012 Dec. 2 : Los Gatos Holiday Carriage Rides Friday, November 30 through Sunday, December 23, 2012 - Priceing - Individual Tickets - ($25) Adults, ($10) Children (age 3 to 10), Free to Toddlers (under 3 years old) on lap.
Sweetheart Carriage
($85) - A private, romantic ride for 2 adults only
Group Package ($100)
- Reserve a private carriage for your group (6 seats available - 4 adults maximum) reservations may be required-
Please go to
http://lgchambercarriagerides.com for carriage rides dates and details.


Christmas Parade2012 Los Gatos 53nd Annual Children's Holiday Parade SATURDAY, December 1, 2012- 11:00 A.M. Rain or Shine-

Parade Page link--> www.lgsrecreation.org Children's Christmas/Holidays Parade SATURDAY, December 1, 2012 - 11:00 A.M. Rain or Shine! The Annual Los Gatos Children's Christmas/Holidays Parade is sponsored by the Los Gatos Lions Club & LGS Recreation, in cooperation with the Town of Los Gatos and Los Gatos High School.


Fantasy of lightsOld Town Center - Santa Paws
Date: December 8, 2012
Time: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
http://ShopsAtOldTownCenter.com

Saturday, December 8, 2012
1pm to 4pm

Photos with you pet: $20 per photoy
Bring your four-legged friends (cats and dogs only) to Old Town Center for a keepsake photo with Santa Claus. Photos are $20 and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Humane Society Silicon Valley.

Beautifully decorated for the holidays......
Los Gatos COMPANY gallery and gifts
17 1/2 North Santa Cruz Ave,
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Telephone - 408-354-2433
Toll free - 888-246-6676
www.losgatoscompany.com
lgco@losgatoscompany.com

Santa paintings by Riki R Nelson

Affordable to extravagant.

 

Fantasy of lightsFantasy of Lights at Vasona Lake Park 2012 - November 23 Through December 31: Fantasy of at Vasona County Park 6:00-10:00pm nightly. A drive-through holiday lights display at Vasona Lake Park. closed to pedestrians and bicyclists. Payment is by vehicle. Call (408) 355-2201 www.parkhere.org/portal/site/parks www.parkhere.org/portal/site/parks


Montalvo tis the season

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painting of Santa Claus vintage
"Sweet Circa 1920's Santa", Original Oil On Canvas 5" x 7"
The Work of Artist Riki R. Nelson
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by Artist Riki R Nelson
Now Showing at Peabody gallery Menlo Park.www.peabodygallery.com


Fantasy of lights2012 Loma Prieta Holiday Gift Fair (Los Gatos Mountains) This show is on December 1st and 2nd, 2012 at CA in the Los Gatos Mountains near the winerys/

Loma Prieta Holiday Fair Saturday, Dec 1, 2012 10:00a to 5:00p & Dec 2nd Sunday 10:00 to 4:00 at the CT english school, Loma Prieta Community Center 23800 Summit Road, Los Gatos numerous Artists and carefully selected gift vendors Photos with Santa Holiday Music Food and Baked Goods Holiday Wreaths gifts!

 

Christmas events in the plazaClick for larger image

Christmas Oil Painting

Purchase from Peabody Gallery click here

"A Little Shopping"
oil on linen 20" wide 16" high by Riki R Nelson,


Santa Paws



Montalvo tis the season MONTALVO 2012
Montalvo Special Events -Montalvo is sporting many changes, please visit their website for holiday event(s) & details ...
http://www.montalvoarts.org/specialevents.html


Peabody GalleryPeabody Fine Art Gallery
Has moved to there Menlo Park location, but they still carry all the artists you know and love....
Ongoing featured artists include Dr. Seuss, Makenzie Thorpe, the Disney Artists, Marcus Pierson, Ron Burns, Matt Lively, Anton Arkhipov. Riki R Nelson, and many others


( sold)
by Riki R Nelson Christmas and Santa paintings just for in time for Christmas
"Christmas Jewels", 9 x 12 Studio oil painting

www.peabodygallery.com

 

12" x 16" oil on linen
"Opening Night, Los Gatos Theater"
$295.

 

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>>> Please note that all dates and events are currently being updated - privately owned galleries, museums exhibits, and alternative art space Galleries -
Los Gatos Galleries & Art Exhibitions 2012

  Los Gatos Galleries and Art

Los Gatos COMPANY
17 1/2 North Santa Cruz Ave,
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Telephone - 408-354-2433
FAX - 408-354-5193
Toll free - 888-246-6676
www.losgatoscompany.com
lgco@losgatoscompany.com

now the premiere privately owned gallery in Los Gatos, Always Beautifully decorated for the holidays. Affordable to extravagant.

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8 x 10 SOLD
"Germanic Santa, With Bay Leaves"
Oil on Canvas

still life oil paintings
oil paintings
by artist Riki R Nelson; done from life -alla prima- , , or downtown, in Los Gatos California, painted outdoors -plein air- along the Santa Cruz and Monterey Coastline, or painstakingly created in the artists mountain studio.


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"Got Art?" artist run gallery featuring exclusively local artists. Hosted addtionally by the Los Gatos Art museum: Still lifes, portraits, abstract, landscapes and more. Artists includes many of your local favorites - Paint and pastel artists Tanya Carpenter, Sandra Jones, Ed Lucey, Sculpture Jeff Owen and many many others, . sculpture

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


Los Gatos ARt MuseumArt Museum of Los Gatos,

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

http://www.museumsoflosgatos.org/Events.html



Los Gatos Framing Company - 220 N Santa Cruz Ave Los Gatos, CA 95030 (408) 395-2022 (408) 395-1140 (408) 395-2270

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.


Favorite Alternative Space Galleries - Our Favorite for both coffee and rotating local art exhibitions .... .

Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company
www.lgcrc.com
101 W. Main St.,
Los Gatos, California
(408) 354-3263
(800) 877-7718

Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company is The best alternative art space in Town and, a Los Gatos Landmark. A great place for coffee, treats and people watching, my favorite coffee "watering hole". Also a great supporter of the Arts in Los Gatos.
Map Link to Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company
Los Gatos, CA





merry christmasArt in the Council Chambers

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

Location: Council Chambers, 110 E. Main Street. Lower Level

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



Best Alternative art space in town ..

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

Details , Map, etc...

 

painting of Asilomar
11 x 14
"On the Rocks,Asilomar"
Oil on Canvas panel
SOLD by artist Riki R Nelson

- Artist's Gallery Page-

You may also purchase work by this artist online from Peabody Fine Art Gallery Website llerPeabody Fine Art Gallery - Santa Cruz Ave, menlo park CA ruth@peabodyfineart.com


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merry christmas Los Gatos Dining and Restaurants

Dining in los gatos
Most of these fine Dining Establishments are in the downtown within walking distance of shopping, parking & each other!

Coffee roasting and Los Gatos Gourmet Los Gatos Coffee Roasting
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



Los Gatos Brewing Company 130 N. Santa Cruz Ave., - on Grays Lane - Los Gatos, CA 95030 408-395-9929
The wood fired pizzas, hand-made microbrews & premium wine list accompany an extensive menu including: Salmon, Meats, & Salads. Warm pub atmosphere casual and somewhat upscale. Nice large space in the location of the old "Noodle Palace". Noisy friendly place.

* 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/


merry christmas Billy's Boston Chowder House (New!)
Old Town, Los Gatos
29 East Main Street Los Gatos,
CA 95030
Billy’s Boston Chowder House
(408) 827-4005
info@bostonchowderhouse.com http://www.bostonchowderhouse.com/ Love this place, just found it, if you are a seafood fan, this is the place to go in the valley. Open all day (even during the 2pm to 5pm afternoon black out time) casual, modest to spendy (live maine lobster to awesome clam chower, fried calmari, pastas, etc)

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

*Dressy casual - classy
Food is good, Decor is superior:. Large booths with view, 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 9:00 pm.

Please note: Main dining room is occasionally closed for weddings. And sometimes plays loud music, still, the best place in town to bring guests and host dinner parties.


merry christmas Steamers Grill House 31 University Ave - Old Town Los Gatos, CA 95030 directly across the street from the main part of Old Town. Moderate to expensive. (I love the chowder and house salad w shrimp) lovely environment for a special occasion or for leisurely lunch with a friend (I did just that yesterday, had wonderful service). great wine list. Beautiful decor. I did a painting of their bar once, I was so taken with the architecture. voted "Best Martini in Los Gatos"

For reservations, 408-395-2722.
Open Seven Days a Week
for Lunch & Dinner from 11:30AM to 10:00PM
Sunday 11:30AM to 9:00PM

http://www.steamers-restaurant.com/index.html

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 -
Note Recently upgraded their menu, excellent food! 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.


merry christmas I Gatti

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 - this has become our favorite for Italian with a modern flair.

     
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Los Gatos Music and Concerts 2012 NOT YET UPDATED

Concerts and music

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.


NOT YET UPDATED FOR 2012 -Summer concerts - http://www.jazzontheplazz.com
Jazz Art, Paintings of singers

Check out the web sites of the venues below, they traditionally offer Christmas concerts NOT YET UPDATED FOR 2011

Christmas concerts at montalvo Annual Holiday Open House at Byinton Winery -
Holiday Open House - 2010

20th Annual Holiday Open House December 4, 2010 Saturday December 4th 1pm to 5pm Enjoy an afternoon with wine tasting in front of a fire. Seasonal soups will be available for purchase as well as wine by the glass. Local choir groups will be singing carols in the cave from 1 to 3pm and we will have a live holiday jazz band. Father Christmas will be stopping by so don't forget to bring your camera for a holiday photo. Help those less fortunate by donating canned food to Valley Churches United Mission during your visit tot he winery through the month of December.

http://www.byington.com/public-events.php

Please call 408-354-1111 for more information.

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Los Gatos United Methodist Church

http://www.lgumc.org

Info Phone: 408-354-4730

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


merry christmasTale of Two Symphonies: http://www.pclg.org/

check their web site at Presbyterian Church of Los Gatos 16575 Shannon Rd., Los Gatos

Holy Cross Lutheran Church TBA
15885 Los Gatos-Almaden Road
Los Gatos,

Phone: 408 356 3525
Fax: 408 358 4982
Special Advent / Christmas Music! www.holycrosslosgatos.com


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Presbyterian Church of Los Gatos 16575 Shannon Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032
Tel.(408)356-6156 www




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Calvary Church HOLIDAY Concerts 16330 Los Gatos Blvd. Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 356-5126: visit their events and concert page
http://www.calvarylosgatos.org/worship/events.html

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Most of these are privately owned, and offer unique shopping experiences, treasures from $5 to $5,000 !happy holidays <<<
Shopping in Los Gatos 2012

shopping in los gatos

merry christmas These are not chain stores. They carry hand selected & often unique merchandise. These are all easy walking distance to each other and downtown.
Los Gatos COMPANY - Gifts Handmade Holiday Ornaments, a wonderful place for unique Gifts! Quality Folk Art and Crafts, affordable original jewelry, Original Art, gifts, gifts gifts! Always Beautifully decorated for the holidays. Affordable to extravagant.
17 1/2 North Santa Cruz Ave,
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Telephone - 408-354-2433
FAX - 408-354-5193
Toll free - 888-246-6676
www.losgatoscompany.com
lgco@losgatoscompany.com


Blacy's Fine Jewelry

51 University Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Phone: 408-354-9500

Regular Hours:
Tuesday - Wednesday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Thursday - Saturday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 am to 5:00 pm
After hours by appointment

Lovely people, lovely jewelry, locally owned establishment.

http://www.blacys.com/

Powell's Sweet Shoppe Gifts - CANDY
This is like a micro-theme park and carries everything from fine truffles to Pixie sticks and novelty candy. The kids will go nuts! 35 N. Santa Cruz Ave Los Gatos, CA 95030 (408) 395-5200 www.powellssweetshoppe.com
Natural Creations - Gifts Clothing - Lovely little gift and garden shop, very festive at the holidays, garden and gifts in all ranges,
10 8A N. Santa Cruz Avenue • 408.354.4221 • Store hours: 11am - 5pm Wednesday - Sunday

http://www.naturalcreationslosgatos.com/

Time Out Clothing - Gifts Clothing - Fashionable, affordable,
Dressy Casual Wear for women,
cute clothing for kids!
Holiday Clothing also.
108 N. Santa Cruz Ave.
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Web site on Discover Los Gatos http://www.discoverlosgatos.com/ShoppingDetails/Time_Out__Clothing.html

on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/timeoutclothing


 


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Christmas Los GatosLos Gatos Hotels 2012

Best Hotels in Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
Hotel, Restaurant, Bar, Spa, walking distance to shops and downtown.
http://hotellosgatos-px.trvlclick.com/
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 Boutique Hotel. Hot new restaurant, Spa, walking distance to town. This is the place I reccomend for my out of town guests.


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 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


There are other places to stay in Los Gatos, but these are the best by far.

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Little Disclaimer: These are not endorsements, your experience may be different then ours, we are simply sharing tips for art, entertainment, dining and playing in Los Gatos that we thought you would enjoy.