Los Gatan March 25, 2026

CONTRACTORS ARE PUTTING THE FINISHING TOUCHES ON WHOLE FOODS

Management group visits site, just weeks ahead of opening day

Drew Penner, Editor

Last Wednesday, a management group from Whole Foods Market visited the Los Gatos Boulevard site of their nearly-finished store to check on construction progress, just hours after Amazon Grocery Communications announced it would open April 15.

Around noon, one contractor sought sign-off on the location for safes. Another couple workers were in the middle of moving a sink.

“It’s coming along nicely,” Bob Gordon, a construction project manager for Whole Foods told the Los Gatan in a brief interview at the Los Gatos location. “We’re excited about finishing up and opening to the public.”

E2S Building Performance had good news for him. Their infrastructure efficiency review indicated the structure was coming along swimmingly, though the company officials hinted this had followed some earlier updates that were more negative.

Just a few months back, Tesla opened a dealership and service center next door. And there’s been plenty of speculation in recent months about the scope of the Jeff Bezos-owned neighboring facility.

Well, now we know.

According to a spokesperson, the Los Gatos location will feature a coffee and juice bar, and ➝ Whole Foods, 16

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THERE’S NO CONTROLLING SKATEBOARD CULTURE

NC Boardshop is is celebrating 40 years in business

Faizi Samadani, Contributor

This year marks 40 years since NC Boardshop first landed in Los Gatos. They’ve moved four times since their doors first opened in 1986. Their current spot at 16203 Los Gatos Blvd. has been their longest lease to date, says co-owner Mike Allen.

They’re in the process of planning a big celebration for their anniversary—as, after all, staying afloat for 40 years would be a major accomplishment for any company.

But it’s a particularly big milestone for a skateboard retailer, given the industry was considered somewhat of a trend that could flare-out, back when they started.

Allen says, despite the successive waves of industry turbu-

lence reaching the highest crest in the 1990s, NC has managed to find a way to continue existing—and thriving—thanks in part to the defiant nature of the target market they serve.

NC Boardshop was originally named No Control, before they went for the abbreviation.

Allen began skating in 1985.

“I just wanted to skate, skate, skate,” he said of his early years. “I had a job, and was

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FAMILY OF THREE DISPLACED BY SUNDAY FIRE

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A family of three has been displaced by a house fire on the 300 block of Bachman Avenue of Los Gatos that was reported at 1:02 pm Sunday.

By the time firefighters arrived, it had already grown to become “fully involved”, according to a spokesperson for the Santa Clara County Fire Department, who noted “a second alarm was called at 1:15PM.”

No injuries have been reported.

The cause is currently under investigation.

“The fire has been contained to (the) building of origin but not yet declared under control,” SCCFD said on its Facebook page around 3pm. “Please avoid the area.”

By that point, Pacific Gas and Electric Company and Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department were on scene, too.

According to Josh Ojeda, of Giuliani Construction & Restoration, the fire was out by 4:30pm.

Giuliani Construction worked into the night to board-up the damaged structure with plywood.

EARLY MORNING BLAZE AT BONNY DOON FIRE STATION

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Around 4:45am March 18, firefighters learned of a fire at the McDermott Fire Station in Bonny Doon, at the intersection of Empire Grade, Ice Cream Grade and Felton-Empire Road.

The response to 7276 Empire Grade included crews from Cal Fire, the Santa Cruz County Fire Department and the Felton Fire Protection District.

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“Crews set priorities and conducted primary search of both stories and simultaneously conducted fire attack.”

The firefighters were able to keep the fire from spreading beyond the water tender.

“The station received smoke and water damage,” the spokesperson added. “The cause of the fire is undetermined at this time and is being investigated.”

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NC Boardshop, from page 1 doing schooling—and via osmosis just meeting people. Skaters back then just knew each other regardless of if they'd met beforehand.”

Allen moved from Florida in 1991 at the age of 18 and quickly found community, in part due to his passion for skateboarding.

He’s carried that niche part of his identity with him into his career.

These days, Allen acts almost like a father to a subculture that's been surprisingly resilient here.

As Allen's social circle grew, he met people who were sponsored. He eventually began helping out at a skate shop until he was employed.

Alex Vecchiet began NC Boardshop in 1986. Though now a commercial fisherman, he remains one of the co-owners.

The second location was at 145 N. Santa Cruz Ave. The next decade was at 442 N. Santa Cruz Ave., by where Starbucks and Aldo’s Restaurant are now.

NC has been along Los Gatos Boulevard for 26 years.

Skateboarding was fuelled by raw rebellion, where skaters would ride the ramps of a local library or mall. Though many found this troublesome, the sport’s prominence flourished in the cracks of society, as skaters eschewed the commercial world.

Allen says he has been approached more than once to be acquired by big companies. But he said no each time. Allen explains that NC was one of the first stores in the Bay Area to carry snowboards. Surfing on snow is no longer a novelty.

When the culture—and their business—were pumping on all cylinders in the 90s, investors would go around and look for shops like NC to scoop up.

"We never wanted to go that route,” Allen said. “It takes the heart and soul out of skating. We opted to stay small instead of selling out to that.”

Allen muses that he sometimes wishes he had taken that path, joking that he'd probably be retired already, driving a cooler car and living in a nicer house.

But this desire to stay small—and not explode—allowed NC to maintain its sense of self.

What does Allen think about the fact that Los Gatos has no skateparks? He reflects on how, in the 80s and 90s, skateboarding used to be very organic, with a legitimate countercultural ethos.

"To me, skate parks take all the skaters of the world and just corrall…them into this little micro environment,” he said. “It takes a lot of the artistry out of it. And that's why we're seeing a decline in skateboarding."

But Allen also remembers being part of the drive to argue for the building of a

skatepark—with the costs and benefits all laid out—which did not succeed.

"I don't want there to be a skatepark in town, because I don't want skateboards or scooter riders getting blamed for everything that happens in town,” he said. “I want to keep skating in a good light."

For Allen, skateboarding is about freedom. He wants to protect it from becoming a scapegoat.

However it seems in no danger of that on the global level.

The skateboarding business is anticipated to surpass $4 billion in value by 2030. And it’s now in the Olympics. But some argue the culture has taken a back seat.

According to Allen, skateboarding is at a commercial high since it's gone to the Olympics and Having seen the undulations before, Allen's speculates mainstream skate culture is bound to hit another rocky patch at some point, as it becomes more generic.

But as the corporate side faces strain, he says, skate culture is bound to return to its roots.

Preserving the heart and soul

Allen says that kids who grew up on NC are now coming in with their own youngsters.

“We're more than just sales people to them, we're part of that community," he said.

Some of the biggest brand names that Allen carries are Roark, Viori, Santa Cruz Skateboards, Volcom, RVCA and Rhythm.

NC’s inventory caters not just to surfers or skaters, but people of all ages, from children to grandparents.

Allen knows that, historically at least, skate shops have had a stigma.

His goal is to create a retail environment where his own mother can walk in and be comfortable.

“The stigma is always going to be there,” he said. “And that's why I try embracing everybody.”

Jimbo Phillips, of Santa Cruz, made the original No Control logo.

In the late 90s, NC developed their own skate team. They were pretty elite, with names like Jerry Hsu, Mark Johnson and Paul Sharp among them.

This helped to create a community and build brand recognition.

“There was the core team, and then the ethos and atmosphere of the community,” Allen said, adding the competitive landscape is something that’s grown-up with the newer generations of skaters.

Allen says NC has always tried to support athletes in any way that they can, from making videos that went world-wide, sending riders on trips or inspiring younger skateboarders to try their first ollie.

Their initial team of skaters have moved on, many with their own families and businesses.

But the passion remains.

"Skate culture is like a tight clique of friends that all explore and develop an industry together,” Allen said. “You all support each other, and are lifting each other up. It's the unspoken bond of community.”

John Pryor, the manager of NC, has been best friends with Allen for over 20 years now.

“We're like brothers,” he said. “My mom and I moved here from Illinois when I was in the fourth grade.”

Those were simpler times, growing up in the early 80s.

Modern day activities like doomscolling on smartphones weren't a thing yet. Pryor bmx-riding and skateboarding became the default after-school activities for Pryor.

He, too, found belonging in the skateboard counterculture—another outcast finding his tribe. Pryor says working at NC can feel less like a job and more like a way of life.

The skate world culture has changed quite a bit, he says. But, he adds, through it all, the local shops have remained like a “church” to the culture.

“The biggest issue is phones. I think that's changing the kids,” he said. “Kids are always on their phones, even at the skateparks.”

So, in a town like Los Gatos keeping a business alive can be tough, how has NC been able to succeed for so long?

It’s stood the test of time by embracing the core—outside of society's norms. And if they’ve proven one thing it's this: there's no controlling the heart of skateboard culture.

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COLIN PEATTIE JOINS THE SUB 4 CLUB

Los Gatos native adds to storied running career

Emanuel Lee, Sports Editor Decades from now, the date of Jan. 31, 2026 will still be seared in the mind of Colin Peattie.

That’s the day the Los Gatos native joined the “sub 4” club—in running vernacular that’s running a mile in under four minutes.

By finishing in 3:59.53 in the Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic, the 23-year-old Peattie accomplished a goal he’d set in his freshman year of high school.

When Peattie crossed the finish line, reality turned out to be better than a dream.

“It was the most incredible feeling in the world to finally accomplish that,” said Peattie, a Boston College graduate student who spent the previous three years at Santa Clara University (and before that a year at the University of Virginia). “It’s been eight years I’ve been thinking about this, so for it to finally happen is indescribable.”

In the leadup to the race, Peattie had never felt more prepared to accomplish his goal of going sub 4.

Yet perhaps paradoxically, he’d never felt as nervous toeing the starting line as he did Jan. 31.

“It was really nerve-wracking, because I ran 4:02 at Santa Clara last year,” he said. “I knew based on the last eight months I’ve been at Boston College, I am a lot fitter than I was a year ago. So, I knew breaking four was realistic. Knowing I was capable of it and that it would come down to execution, that’s what made me really nervous. Everything was in my control and it was pretty scary, because I knew I wouldn’t have something to point to if I didn’t accomplish this dream I’ve had since I was a 14-year-old starting the sport.”

Competing on one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation, Peattie’s race plan was rather straightforward: sit on the third or fourth runner until someone surged and made a move.

“And that pretty much ended up happening,” he said.

The field of fleet-footed runners went through the first 800 meters in 2:08— slightly above 4-minute mile pace—but that quickened in the final 50 percent.

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“Things really got going in the second half of the race,” he said. “It turned out to be bumper cars: physical, elbows thrown, people really getting aggressive the last three, four laps. I kept on trying to cover moves for the rest of the way.”

Once Peattie got within a few feet of the line, he leaned in—because he saw the clock getting close to four minutes.

“It started freaking me out,” he said. “I finished, and all my teammates started screaming and going crazy. I was kind of in shock and didn’t want to celebrate until I saw my name on the results screen.”

Bent over, hands on his knees, head facing upward, Peattie saw his name appear, with the time: 3:59.53.

At long last, mission accomplished.

“In a way, I felt mostly relief that it finally happened and I had done it,” he said. “And right after that, I got tackled by a bunch of my teammates.”

Running sub 4—even just once—can never be considered a fluke, because of all the factors it takes to produce a performance of that magnitude. However, if a runner does it multiple times, it speaks volumes of their talent and work ethic.

So it is for Peattie, who went sub 4 again a mere three weeks after the first. On Feb. 22 in the Saucony Battle for Boston Last

Chance Meet, Peattie established another personal record, running a 3:58.76.

“It felt good to know there was more progress to be made, and 3:59 wasn’t the ceiling,” he said. “So it’s definitely a confidence-boost going into the outdoor season, knowing I can still get better.”

Peattie’s string of all-time bests didn’t come in a straightforward manner—they rarely do.

Carving his own path

Raised in Los Gatos, Peattie seemed destined to make a name for himself as a Wildcat. After all, his entire immediate family—parents Mark and Michelle, and older brother Clayton—all graduated from Los Gatos High School. Peattie even attended Fisher Middle School, where he joined running competitions for the first time.

“Up until the seventh grade at Fisher, I wasn’t doing running just to run,” he said. “I played a lot of sports, like soccer and basketball. It wasn’t until middle school PE where I kind of realized, ‘Oh, I could be a pretty good runner.’”

That’s because the Fisher Middle School P.E. staff saw in Fisher what he didn’t see in himself at the time: an athlete whose running talent was undeniable.

“We did the mile (run) in PE and the teachers at Fisher kept on encouraging me to go out for the cross-country team,” he said. “At first I said no, because I wanted to play soccer and basketball. They got me eventually, and I’m thankful for them guiding me that way.”

It didn’t take long for Peattie’s immense talent to translate into spectacular results. At Fisher, he established school records and won the USTA national title in the boys U14 cross-country race. So, everything was set up for him to attend LGHS, right?

Wrong.

Peattie ran for the Los Gatos Track Club during his middle school years. Some of his friends on the team were headed to Bellarmine, and Peattie decided the private Jesuit school was his best option, as well.

“I knew Bellarmine was really good at track and cross country,” he said. “Some of my track club teammates were really good runners—and ones I looked up to and admired. I had my head set on Bellarmine, and needed to go there to run with these guys more.”

Peattie joked that for a short time he became an outcast in the family.

➝ Peattie, 12

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ST. PADDY'S DAY, BUTTER PADDLE’S ‘INSIDE THE STUDIO’ SERIES AND A SLEEPING BEAUTY WEDDING

Los Gatos gears up for Chamber gala at Nestldown, Thrifted Treasures at Adult Rec Center

Dinah Cotton, Contributor

Where did Los Gatans celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year?

Short answer: all over town.

But I came up with a longer answer: from Hapas tap room, through Chez Phillipe (with a bite of the French version of corned beef-cabbage), an iced green matcha at Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Co., then a quick green beer at the upstairs Heritage Pub, with a peek into the Second Story. On down thru Gardino’s, a “Hello” to the regulars at The Black Watch, and ending up at the main event—Campo Di Bocce’s “Little Ireland”—which rocked-on until 11pm.

Remembering St. Patrick’s Day past

CB Hannegans opened their doors in Sept. 1979. From then on (38 years) Los Gatans went there to celebrate on March 17.

Sadly CB’s closed their doors nine years ago with a “Last Call” party on Dec. 28, 2017.

This beloved local tradition continues on, now at Campo.

Irish-Italian?

Campo turns into Dublin, Galloway and County Cork each year now, with stages both outdoors and indoors. Irish music plays and Guinness stout flows. It certainly did indeed feel like Ireland—in a heat wave. The “wearing of the green” was everywhere. Leprechauns were sighted. This year's event also served as a fundraiser for Los Gatos Music in the Park and the Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Foundation

A non-profit gift store?

The Butter Paddle, at 33 N. Santa Cruz Ave., hosted an Annieglass Engraving Event on Saturday, March 21, from 12-4pm. It was the first in Butter Paddle’s new “Inside the Studio” series.

This series will be ongoing with artists coming into the store on a monthly basis. The goal is to connect customers with local artists, so they can learn the stories behind the original creations.

What is Annieglass?

Watsonville-based Annieglass Inc. creates handcrafted glass plates, bowls, serving dishes, home decor, jewelry and much more. The brand’s artistry has earned national recognition, including placement in the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, DC.

All Annieglass products are made in the USA using a unique glass bending technique.

To own or to give one of these pieces is owning, giving or presenting a unique piece of glass art.

An engraved invitation

Free engraving was offered at this event. Having a piece engraved adds a meaningful touch to gifts, awards or perhaps a memento for your own home.

These engraved works can be ordered at The Butter Paddle.

Next up

On May 30, from 11am-2pm, the Butter Paddle will host their second “Inside the Studio,” with featured guest Shane Tarkington.

Diagnosed with autism at age two, Tarkington discovered early on that art was one of his greatest strengths.

Today, he is a thriving artist sharing his gifts via beautiful cards and tea towels.

A nonprofit shop

The Butter Paddle is staffed and operated by more than 70 dedicated members of the Eastfield Ming Quong “EMQ” Auxiliary.

The Butter Paddle offers thoughtfully curated and selected items of home décor, elegant table ware, jewelry, baby gifts, gourmet foods and more. The focus is on local and women-owned businesses. butterpaddle.com.

Supporting mental wellness

Every purchase at The Butter Paddle helps support a local child in need. For nearly 60 years, this volunteer-run nonprofit gift store has benefited Pacific Clinics. Pacific clinics provide essential behavioral and mental health services to children and families throughout Santa Clara County. For more information: pacificclinics.org

What is the Chamber up to?

Not since 2019 (pre-pandemic) has the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce held a gala. On March 28, at 5pm at the stunning Nestldown estate, one titled “Shine Among the Stars” will be held. Awards will be presented for businesses and individuals who rise up and shine like the stars. Will you be a star? Reservation $200. losgatoschamber.com/events/calendar

Los Gatos Ballet School

The nonprofit Los Gatos Ballet will be performing Sleeping Beauty’s Wedding, featuring Circus Polka by Jerome Robbins, March 28 and 29 at the Louis B. Mayer Theater, at Santa Clara University.

April is just around the corner

On April 26, “Spring Into Green” will be

held at Los Gatos Town Park Plaza, from 10am-2pm.

At the event, Los Gatos celebrates Earth Day as part of “Keep Los Gatos Beautiful Month.”

Learn more about environmental sustainability, with these concepts promoted and explained in over 20 exhibitor booths.

There will be a tree-planting ceremony, a farmers’ market with family friendly activities, live music and more. Mayor Moore will welcome attendees, deliver the State of the Town address and recognize that Los Gatos received the 46th Tree City USA award.

Thrifted Treasures

Save the date: April 26, 10am-2pm at the Adult Recreation Center, at 208 E. Main St., in honor of Earth Day.

with all, including with bartender Jennifer Anzalone.

Enjoy recycling and thrifting with over 20 sellers.

Be smart, recycle and reuse.

Community Wellness Fair

On April 12, from 10am-1pm at Addison-Penzak “JCC” 14855 Oka Rd. Rec Hall.

At this fair there will be free health screenings, interactive activities with wellness resources and demonstrations.

There will also be food, drinks and giveaways promoting healthy lifestyles.

Good Samaritan Hospital

“Good Sam,” part of HCA Healthcare, has again been named as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere, a for-profit company that gives awards for corporate ethics and collects fees from businesses.

“Being recognized as one of the World’s

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ST. PADDY’S FUN The “Irish eyes” were smiling all day March 17, The Alex Lucero Band, The Black Irish band, The Sorry Lot and The Prince Charles Pipe Band kept the "joint jumping."

Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere reflects the strong culture of integrity that guides everything we do at Good Samaritan Hospital,” said Patrick Rohan, CEO of Good Samaritan Hospital.

Good Samaritan is set to participate in the Addison-Penzak’s JCC wellness fair, April 12.

And the hospital will take part in the March for Babies Walk on April 18, an event Rohan chairs.

Good Sam is also holding an open house to show the new Insightec MRI machine on April 23.

Los Gatos Democracy Tent

Meets every Monday (except holidays) 10:30am-12pm at Saratoga Area Senior Center (next to the Joan Pisani Center at 19655 Allendale Ave., in Saratoga).

This gathering is held in the portable classroom's Magnolia Room.

PEATTIE GETS HIS GROOVE BACK AFTER BIG SETBACK

“I’m definitely the black sheep for not going to Los Gatos, but things worked out,” he said. “At the time, my parents and Clay definitely would’ve liked for me to go to Los Gatos from the perspective that we would’ve all graduated from there. But, once I gave them my reasons for wanting to attend Bellarmine, they got behind it, eventually.”

Peattie’s best performances at Bellarmine came in his sophomore 2019-2020 school year. In the fall cross-country season, he won the Central Coast Section Division I race, before placing fourth in the CIF State Championships. The following spring in the track and field season, Peattie won the 1600-meter run in the CCS Championships, before landing second in the CIF State Championships with a PR of 4:09.99.

Critical decision

Similar to when he chose Bellarmine out of middle school, Peattie had another critical choice to make, when it came to where he would compete in college. He chose the University of Virginia, in large part because of its academics—but also because of legendary running coach Vin Lananna.

“As a high school senior, I really had big goals for what I would want to accomplish in college, and I felt going to Virginia was the best possible way to achieve them,” Peattie said. “I wanted to be a part of their championship tradition. I had a great support staff at Bellarmine telling me it would be a great decision to go to a program like that.”

However, things didn’t go as planned at UVA. In the fall cross-country season, Peattie was disappointed with his results and lack of improvement. To make matters worse, Peattie suffered a fractured patella in his left knee and needed surgery in late November. That sidelined him for five months.

“That was really hard,” he said, “because I was out for a long time, and coming back from the injury wasn’t a smooth process.”

In the months after the surgery, Peattie started to second-guess his decision to attend UVA.

“Once doubt came in, I knew I needed to make a change,” he said.

Thus began the most trying period in Peattie’s life.

“There were so many unknowns after that injury,” he said. “My expectations and confidence obviously weren’t there anymore, and I was kind of questioning whether or not the sport was really for me anymore. That was really tough to deal with. I considered quitting pretty seriously.”

Peattie finished out the school year at UVA, enabling him to transfer to another college as a sophomore. The question was, where would he end up? And would he continue to run?

The answers came at a place a stone’s throw away from Bellarmine. In June 2022, Peattie committed to Santa Clara

University, igniting a three-year run in which Peattie made dramatic strides on the track.

He got his groove back.

Peattie developed a stronger connection with running, which manifested itself in key ways.

“The coaches and my teammates at Santa Clara—some of my best friends— helped breathe new life into how I look at the sport,” Peattie said. “Now, I think about not so much that I have to run really fast, but simply enjoying the experience. Over time, I went from being someone who put huge expectations on

myself to having a mindset of, ‘I love doing this; I love the sport; I love the process.’ That definitely made doing it everyday so much easier—and more fun. I’m so thankful to have had teammates and coaches who shifted my mindset that way. It was the perfect situation for me, and I couldn't have asked for a better place to transfer to.”

Renewed and invigorated, Peattie had a solid three-year run at Santa Clara, culminating in the 2025 outdoor track season in which he established personal-bests in the 800 and 1500. His results proved to be a sneak preview for what

happened this past indoor season and now as he transitions into his final collegiate outdoor season.

Stronger out of adversity

At UVA, Peattie faced the biggest bout of adversity in his running career. The circumstances nearly led him to quit the sport. Yet his time there proved to be a crucible, testing Peattie’s resolve and character.

“While it was challenging at the time, in hindsight, I’m thankful I went through that process of going to and transferring from UVA,” he said. “To realize going there wasn’t the best decision, and then to follow through and make a change is something that wasn’t easy. I’ve definitely thought about that year a lot. It was really formative for me because it was super challenging.”

Peattie credited his family for supporting him throughout, especially in the difficult post-surgery

“My family would have my back in whatever decision I made,” he said. “I decided to come home to be closer to them, and having that support system really close by was the best decision I’ve made in college. Without having family right there, it would've been much harder to come back and impossible to build the momentum I have now. I’m really thankful for their support in the whole process.”

Strong bonds have always been a source of strength of the Peattie family. Clayton, a 2012 LGHS graduate, is largely responsible for Colin’s determination and tenacity.

“He’s the person that made me as competitive and driven in sports as I am today,” Colin said. “He played basketball at Los Gatos, and at one point I think held the state record (for) steals in a game. We’d play hoops in the backyard, and he would hide a yellow Gatorade bottle—but beat me in the first half of the game. Then, he’d pull out the Gatorade bottle, and after I drank it, he’d let me win. So, it was like a power-up kind of thing. We’d always be playing games and competing. Him being nine years older, he definitely became the person I was chasing and trying to be like.”

After all these years, Clayton and Colin remain close.

“Clay continues to inspire and push me to this day,” Colin said. “He always talks to me before races and knows the right things to say to motivate me. I’m really thankful I had him to look up to when I was little, and now I have him to guide and push me.”

With a couple of months left in his college career, Peattie is cherishing each moment. His identity is no longer tied to his results and times; rather, he values being able to compete—period.

“In terms of goals this year, I just want to continue to improve,” he said. “At the end of the day, it’s easy to get caught up in thinking, I need to run this time or it’s not a success. I just want to compete against myself and keep getting better, and go out and leave the track as the best version of myself, athletically. Of course, I’ll try to get a few PRs, but either way, I can walk away with a smile on my face.”

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GUEST VIEW

THE GREAT VANISHING

Did the Los Gatos Lodge sign finally check out?

Jeffrey P. Blum, Contributor

If you drove down Los Gatos-Saratoga Road this morning and felt a strange, existential chill, as if a beloved landmark had been quietly snatched in the night, you aren't alone. The horizon is flatter, the colors are duller, and the “Gateway to the Mountains” is suddenly missing its crown jewel.

A few weeks ago, the Los Gatos Lodge sign, a towering beacon of Mid-Century roadside glory, officially checked out. After nearly seven decades of service, the sign has vanished, leaving behind nothing but a rectangular patch of empty sky and a town full of amateur detectives.

While the Lodge itself prepares for its transformation into the “Solana” residential community, the fate of its iconic sign remains shrouded in mystery and whimsy. Was it carefully crated for a museum, or did it simply decide that if the Veranda Bar was closing, it had no reason to keep the lights on?

Local authorities (and by that, I mean the regulars at the nearest coffee shop) have begun circulating a virtual flyer to aid in the search:

Missing: The Gateside Guardian (Last Seen: March 2026)

• NAME: The Los Gatos Lodge Sign

• AGE: 68 (but looks 25 under the right neon)

• HEIGHT: Impressive. Taller than your average Los Gatos High School basketball player.

• DISTINGUISHING FEATURES: A penchant for green, white and yellow.

• “Atomic Age” geometry.

• Adamantly refuses to believe in minimalism.

• Has a "star-burst" personality and a geometric soul.

• LAST SEEN: Standing faithfully at the gateway to the mountains, minding its own business and glowing with mid-century pride.

• REWARD: The eternal gratitude of every driver who uses it as a landmark to know they’ve finally escaped the Highway 17 crawl. Also, a round of vintage martinis at the Veranda Bar (if we can find that, too).

• IF FOUND: Please do not attempt to dismantle. It is sensitive to modern

On Monday, the Los Gatos Lodge sign—not to mention the entire former garden motel—was nowhere to be seen, as plans proceed for a 155-townhome development from SummerHill Homes called “Solana.”

aesthetics and may flicker aggressively if shown a PowerPoint presentation about “Contemporary Gray Stucco.” “It didn't say goodbye; it just dimmed its tubes and slipped into the night. We think it might be pursuing a solo career in Palm Springs.” — Anonymous Local

Theories of “The Vanishing”

Where does a forty-foot neon sign go when it wants to “get away from it all”?

The prognostications are flying faster than a Tesla on the 85 interchange. Some say the sign is currently in a witness protection program, hiding out in a high-end garage in the Santa Cruz Mountains to avoid being repainted "Swiss Chocolate." Others suggest it’s joined a traveling circus of vintage neon, finally touring the country like it always dreamed of doing back in the 60s. There is even a darker theory: that

the sign, sensing the arrival of high-density housing, simply folded itself into a fourth dimension of pure nostalgia. It’s still there, some argue, you just have to be driving a 1957 Chevy Bel Air and listening to a vacuum-tube radio to see it.

But there is a more domestic possibility. We’ve seen this kind of thing before. My daughter and son-in-law, for instance, have a ten-foot-high ceramic bear taking up permanent residence in their backyard down in Monrovia. If a giant, stoic bear can find a happy home in a private garden in Southern California, who’s to say our Lodge sign hasn't done the same?

Perhaps it’s currently reclining behind a fence in a suburban cul-de-sac, acting as the world’s most over-the-top nightlight for a patio set. It wouldn't be the first time a piece of oversized California kitsch was “liberated” to provide a little mid-century ambiance to a private BBQ.

A legacy in neon

The Los Gatos Lodge opened in 1958, a time when the "Motor Hotel" was the height of Californian luxury. For generations, that sign was a North Star for weary travelers and a “Welcome Home” for locals. It represented a time when architecture had a sense of humor and a dash of space-age optimism.

While the new Solana development promises a "modern living experience," the loss of the sign feels like the end of an era. It wasn't just metal and gas; it was a visual handshake.

As we wait for news of its whereabouts, we can only hope the “Gateside Guardian” is somewhere warm. Maybe it’s even hanging out with a giant ceramic bear in a quiet backyard, being appreciated by people who understand that a star-burst shape is always superior to a flat glass facade.

WHOLE FOODS PREPARES FOR ITS FIRST BATCH OF CUSTOMERS

Whole Foods, from page 1

the store will offer more than 2,000 local items from 350+ California-based suppliers.

The Austin, Texas-based multinational will provide an all-electric refrigerated van and food donation to West Valley Community Services, part of the corporation’s Nourishing Our Neighborhoods program.

And on opening day the first 300 shoppers are to receive a limited-edition tote bag and a “Secret Saver” card—featuring offers of up to $100 off—when the store opens at 9am.

The building at 15650 Los Gatos Blvd. itself boasts 43,130 square feet of space—almost double the size of the previous location.

Don’t expect wooden tables for eating your lunch, like at the Santa Cruz location. But though the outdoor seating is plastic, the furniture can still fit four people comfortably.

The grocery items from California-based suppliers are being sourced with the help of “Forager for Local & Emerging Brands” Patrick Wyman (floral items have to meet Whole Foods’ Pollinator Health Policy meant to reduce the use of pesticides, the company says).

Produce will come from Tomatero Farms and Coke Farms; specialty department items will come from Andante Dairy, Charles Chocolates and Nicasio Valley Cheese; the “curated grocery section” will feature raw honey from Small Bees, light, medium and dark roasts from Coffee & Water Lab, and fermented almonds and cashews from Philosopher Foods; the seafood counter will offer ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat meals, and will get their array of items from partners such as The Santa Barbara Smokehouse and Tsar Nicoulai (HQ promises all offerings will either be “sustainable wildcaught” or “Responsibly Farmed.”)

The full-service meat counter is to feature “animal-welfare-certified selections,” with butchers there to cut beef and poultry to order. Consumers can expect made-in-house sausage, as well as marinated and seasoned meats. Suppliers include Eel River Organic Beef, Pozzi Ranch and Silva Sausage Coop. “Animals must be raised with no antibiotics ever,” the release states.

There will be 500+ wines and 330+ craft beers and a variety of spirits to choose from.

“The department will also feature product from more than 110 local win -

eries and 40 local breweries, including McBride Sisters Collection, Field Recordings Wine, Russian River Brewing Company, Original Pattern Brewing Coop and Cellarmaker Brewing Company,” the spokesperson said.

In February, the Los Gatan interviewed Morgan Bricca, the muralist who painted four bright birds in a series of murals on the side of the building. She explained that these correspond with the four seasons: a house finch for spring, an American goldfinch for summer, a scrub jay for fall and an eastern spotted towhee for winter.

Around the same time, the Wall Street Journal—another Bezos-owned compa-

ny—announced it would cut a third of its staff. This came not long after Amazon pledged $1 million to Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration fund.

Back in Los Gatos, Whole Foods is readying its prepared foods department, which will serve-up hot food and salad bars, with a rotating menu of “comfort foods” and seasonal items. You will be able to purchase pizza by the slice, or order an entire pie. Sushi will be crafted daily by Genji.

Bread will be baked fresh daily and the department will also have items like strawberry cherry pistachio crumble pie and mango yuzu Chantilly cake. Expect merchandise from Sconehenge Bakery,

STORE VISIT A Whole Foods management team

Firebrand Artisan Breads and Acme Bread Company.

Over in the Wellness & Beauty aisle, company officials say you’ll be able to get moringa powder and gummies from Kuli Kuli Foods, soy wax scented candles from Viviana Luxury Candles and skincare from Cocokind.

“Opening morning, customers will enjoy coffee and pastry samples from local suppliers,” the spokesperson said. Whole Foods Market will also provide monetary donations to Ma’alot Farms, which was featured in the Los Gatan in November, and Santa Clara-based River of Life Food Pantry.

Summons

SUMMONS (FAMILY LAW), CITACIÓN (DERECHO FAMILIAR)

NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): SVETLANA GRISHINA

You have been sued. Read the information below and on the next page.

Lo han demandado. Lea la información a continuación y en la página siguiente.

Petitioner’s name is (Nombre del Demandante): Yurii Morozov

CASE NUMBER: (Número del Caso): 24FL002986

Electronically filed by Superior Court of CA, County of Santa Clara, on 9/4/2024 4:36 AM

Reviewed By: F. Samonte

Case #24FL002986

Env. #16488980

You have 30 days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you.

If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www.lawhelpca.org) or by contacting your local bar association.

NOTICE - RESTRAINING ORDERS ARE ON PAGE 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them.

FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party.

Tiene 30 días de calendario después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petition para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo.

Sí no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también le puede ordenar que pague manutención, y honorarios y costos legales.

Para asesoramiento legal, póngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener información para encontrar un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca.org) o poniéndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado.

AVISO - LAS ÓRDENES DE RESTRICCIÓN SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA PÁGINA 2: Las órdenes de restricción están en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cónyuges o miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte de otras órdenes. Cualquier agencia del orden público que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas órdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California.

EXENCIÓN DE CUOTAS: Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a petición de usted o de la otra parte.

The name and address of the court are (El nombre y dirección de la corte son):

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA

201 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113

The name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without and attorney, are (El nombre, direccion y numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son):

Yurii Morozov

21440 Shady Ln, Los Gatos, CA 95033 (510) 994 9226

Date (Fecha): Jun 10, 2021. Clerk, by (Secretario, por) /s/ F. Samonte, Deputy (Asistente).

(Pub LGN 3/11, 3.18, 3/25, 4/1)

PUBLIC NOTICES

Name Changes

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME. Case No. 26CV487151 . Notice of Petition of AMANDA JANE BUTCHER. Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. To all interested persons: Petitioner: filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. AMANDA JANE BUTCHER to Proposed name: AMANDA BUTCHER.

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing: Date: June 02, 2026, Time: 8:45 AM, Room: Probate . The address of the court is: 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113, Downtown Superior Court. A copy of this Order To Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Gatan, 107 Dakota Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. Date: February 27, 2026. /s/ Charles F. Adams /s/, Judge of the Superior Court. Filed February 27, 2026 by /s/ AS A. Syrel /s/, Deputy Clerk. (Pub LGN: 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25/2026)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME. Case No. 26CV487121 . Notice of Petition of Ikuko Kitagawa. Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. To all interested persons: Petitioner: Ikuko Kitagawa filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. Ikuko Kitagawa to Proposed name: Ikuko Kitagawa Hutt.

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing: Date: June 02, 2026, Time: 8:45 AM, Room: Probate. The address of the court is: 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113, Downtown Superior Court. A copy of this Order To Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Gatan, 380 S 1ST Street, San Jose, CA 95113. Date: February 27, 2026. /s/ Charles F. Adams /s/, Judge of the Superior Court. Filed February 27, 2026 by /s/ AS A.Syrel /s/, Deputy Clerk. (Pub LGN: 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01/2026)

Fictitious Business Name Statements

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #723364

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Areli Vibes Studio, 680 N 6th St., San Jose, CA, 95112, Lilia Areli Diaz Aguilar. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Lilia Areli Diaz Aguilar. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 02/02/2026. (pub LG 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #724016

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Moonbridge Advisory, 521 Pine Wood Ln., Los Gatos, CA, 95032, Yeji Moon. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 02/17/2026. /s/ Yeji Moon. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 02/20/2026. (pub LG 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #723622

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Enviro Safetech, 2160 Oakland Road, San Jose, CA, 95131, Next Level EHS, LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 02/05/2026. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Fardad Jay Jamali. CEO. #B20260048438. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 02/06/2026. (pub LG 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25/2026)

File Number: FBN723934. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. VASONA PARK DENTAL, PRACTICE OF GHUMAN DENTAL CARE, INC, 540 N. Santa Cruz Ave , STE B1, Los Gatos, CA 95037. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, GHUMAN DENTAL CARE, INC., 2275 East Dunne Ave, Suite A, Morgan Hill, CA 95037. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/12/2025 and 02/18/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. Ghuman Dental Care, Inc, Article/Reg # B20250067856, Above Entity was Formed in the State of California. /s/ Gurjinder Ghuman /s/ Secretary. (Pub LGN: 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25/2026)

File Number: FBN723875. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. EXPRESSREG LOS GATOS 634 North Santa Cruz Ave Suite 106, Los Gatos, CA 95030. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, EXPRESS DOCS GROUP, LLC, 5440 Gallier Loop, Antioch, CA 94531. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 02/17/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. EXPRESS DOCS GROUP, LLC, Article/Reg # B20250219290, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Shane Johnson /s/ COO. (Pub LGN: 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25/2026)

File Number: FBN723791 . The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. ANASTASIA CHAI HYPNOSIS 3880 S Bascom Ave #216, San Jose, CA 95124. This business is conducted by: An Individual, ANASTASIA ZVEROK, 3880 S Bascom Ave #216, San Jose, CA 95124 . The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 06/01/2025 and 02/12/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Anastasia Zverok /s/. (Pub LGN: 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25/2026)

File Number: FBN724071 . The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. HELPING HANDS RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME FOR ADULTS, 3072 Centerwood Way, San Jose, CA 95148. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, HELPING HANDS RCH, INC., 3072 Centerwood Way, San Jose, CA 95148. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 03/01/2009 and 02/24/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. HELPING HANDS RCH, INC., Article/Reg # 3998490, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Rowena Nguyen /s/ CEO. (Pub LGN: 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25/2026)

File Number: FBN723232 . The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. ANAYA BEAUTY CO, 200 West McKinley Ave 100-209, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. This business is conducted by: An Individual, DIANA O ANAYA, 200 West McKinley Ave 100-209, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/30/2025 and 01/29/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Mike Louie /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Diana O Anaya /s/. (Pub LGN: 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25/2026)

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME.

FBN724202 , filed on 02/26/2026. The following person(s)/registrant(s) has/have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): D&I MATTRESS, 1185 Cambell Av F4, San Jose, CA 95126. Filed in Santa Clara county on 1-31-2025 under file No. FBN663112. Full Name of Registrant (s): 1. RAUL VILLAGRANA HERNANDEZ, 32744 Bel Aire Ct, Union City, CA 94587. This business was conducted by: An Individual. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Raul Villagrana Hernandez /s/. Dated: February 26, 2026. (Pub LGN: 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25/2026)

File Number: FBN722865. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. JAK B MAHJ, 425 Robin Ridge Way, Campbell, CA 95008. This business is conducted by: An Individual, JULIE C LIN-FRISS, 425 Robin Ridge Way, Campbell, CA 95008. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/13/2026 and 01/20/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Julie Lin-Friss /s/. (Pub LGN: 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #724233

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Sandhills Design Sudio, 1102 Bird Ave., Suie 20, San Jose, CA, 95125, Sandhills Consulting Corp. This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Registrant began business

under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 02/27/2026. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Tingting Pan. CEO. #6440117. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 02/27/2026. (pub Metro 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01/2026)

Note: If you filed your business name more five years ago, you must a renewal and re-publish to remain compliant.

File Number: FBN724476. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. GarCo Grills and More , 1550 Dell Ave. Suite L, Campbell, CA 95008. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, BBQ 4 U Inc., 1550 Dell Ave. Suite L, Campbell, CA 95008. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/05/2026 and 03/05/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. BBQ 4 U Inc., Article/Reg # B20260007296, Above Entity was Formed in the State of California. /s/ Raymond Fales /s/ President. (Pub LGN: 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01/2026)

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME.

FBN724475, filed on 03/05/2026. The following person(s)/registrant(s) has/have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): GarCo Grills and More , 14701 La Rinconada Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95032. Filed in Santa Clara county on 12/02/2024 under file No. FBN711567. Full Name of Registrant (s): 1. Refined Design Services, Inc., 14701 La Rinconada Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95032. This business was conducted by: A Corporation. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Gary Fales /s/. Dated: March 5, 2026. (Pub LGN: 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01/2026)

File Number: FBN724457. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. WALK WITH CHRISTINA, 2. TUTOR WITH CHRISTINA , 233 Oak Meadow Dr, Los Gatos, CA 95032. This business is conducted by: An Individual, CHRISTINA CORAVOS, 233 Oak Meadow Dr, Los Gatos, CA 95032. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 04/08/2021 and 03/04/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Christina Coravos /s/. (Pub LGN: 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01/2026)

File Number: FBN724062 . The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. EASEL AND ETHER , 539 Prada Dr, Milpitas, CA 95035. This business is conducted by: An Individual, CORAZON BURNS, 539 Prada Dr, Milpitas, CA 95035. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/05/2026 and 02/23/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Corazon Burns /s/. (Pub LGN: 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01/2026)

File Number: FBN724458 . The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. JBA SALES AND MARKETING, 2. FIXIF ORTHOPAEDICS, 3. FIXIF ORTHOPEDICS, 4. FIXIF MEDICAL , 6614 Folklore Ct, San Jose CA 95120. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, JBA SALES & MARKETING, INC., 6614 Folklore Ct, San Jose CA 95120. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 03/04/2026 and 03/04/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. JBA SALES & MARKETING, INC., Article/Reg # 3127521, Above Entity was Formed in the State of California. /s/ John Angileri /s/ President. (Pub LGN: 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01/2026)

File Number: FBN724072 . The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. HELPING HANDS RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME FOR ADULTS 2 , 349 Spring Valley Ln, Milpitas, CA 95035. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, HELPING HANDS RCH, INC., 3072 Centerwood Way, San Jose, CA 95148265. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 03/01/2012 and 02/24/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. HELPING HANDS RCH, INC., Article/Reg # 3998490, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Rowena Nguyen /s/ CEO. (Pub LGN: 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #724393 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: New Home Senior Placement Assistance, 155 East Campbell Ave., Suite 110, Gary Cornelia, Frederic Paredes. This business is being conducted by a General Partnership. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 09/25/2015. /s/Frederic Paredes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 03/03/2026. (pub Metro 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08/2026)

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File Number: FBN724073. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. HELPING HANDS RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME FOR ADULTS 3, 3318 Dias Dr, San Jose, CA 95148. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, HELPING HANDS RCH, INC., 3072 Centerwood Way, San Jose, CA 95148. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 09/01/2017 and 02/24/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. HELPING HANDS RCH, INC., Article/Reg # 3998490, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Rowena Nguyen /s/ CEO. (Pub LGN: 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25/2026)

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME.

FBN724502 , filed on 03/05/2026. The following person(s)/registrant(s) has/have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): ILLUME GROWTH , 100 Lawton Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035. Filed in Santa Clara county on 01/07/2025 under file No. FBN712503. Full Name of Registrant (s): 1. ROXANNE V CARDENAS, 100 Lawton Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035, 2. JOCELYN C FIRESTINE, 100 Lawton Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035. This business was conducted by: A General Partnership. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Jocelyn Firestine /s/ Owner. Dated: March 5, 2026. (Pub LGN: 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08/2026)

File Number: FBN724462 . The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. EARTHY RUBY HOLISTIC AND ACUPUNCTURE CENTER, 20640 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, EARTHY RUBY INC, 20640 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 03/01/2022 and 03/04/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. EARTHY RUBY INC, Article/Reg # 4791050, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ SHI QIAO /s/ CEO. (Pub LGN: 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08/2026)

File Number: FBN724442 . The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. MAXSEEN DIGITAL SERVICES 5918 Porto Alegre Drive, San Jose CA 95120. This business is conducted by: An Individual, MURAT YALCIN, 5918 Porto Alegre Drive, San Jose CA 95120. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/10/2026 and 03/04/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Murat Yalcin /s/. (Pub LGN: 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08/2026)

File Number: FBN724443. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. BAY AREA MICROGREENS 5918 Porto Alegre Dr, San Jose CA 95120. This business is conducted by: An Individual, MURAT YALCIN, 5918 Porto Alegre Dr, San Jose CA 95120. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 03/04/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Murat Yalcin /s/. (Pub LGN: 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08/2026)

File Number: FBN724444. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. HOLISTIC HYPNOHEALING , 5918 Porto Alegre Drive, San Jose CA 95120. This business is conducted by: An Individual, MERVE YALCIN, 5918 Porto Alegre Drive, San Jose CA 95120. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/04/2026 and 03/04/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Merve Yalcin /s/. (Pub LGN: 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08/2026)

File Number: FBN724605. The following person (persons)

is (are) doing business as: 1. CHARMYPOP, PO Box 320935, Los Gatos, CA 95032. This business is conducted by: An Individual, JI YOUNG SEO, PO Box 320935, Los Gatos, CA 95032. The registrant commenced to transact business

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under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 03/10/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ JI YOUNG SEO /s/. (Pub LGN: 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08/2026)

File Number: FBN724613. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. ADVANCED THERAPY PROGRAMS PHYSICAL THERAPY, 14843 Holden Way, San Jose, CA 95124. This business is conducted by: An Individual, NANCY P PEDROTTI BLOCK, 14843 Holden Way, San Jose, CA 95124. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 07/25/2016 and 03/10/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Nancy P Block /s/. (Pub LGN: 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08/2026)

File Number: FBN724632 . The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. RENT A SCREEN , 300 E Gish Rd, San Jose, CA 95112. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, NICOLA LEASING LLC, 300 E Gish Rd, San Jose, CA 95112. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 03/01/2026 and 03/10/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Mike Louie /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. Nicola Leasing LLC, Article/Reg # 202357315665, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Art Amirkhas /s/ Managing Member. (Pub LGN: 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #724551

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Cruz Collaborative Construction, 2. Cruz Collaborative. 2150 N First St., 4th Floor, San Jose, CA, San Jose, CA, 95131, Cruz Collaborative Construction LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 01/01/2026. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Jonathan Molina Cruz. CEO. #202118910422. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 03/06/2026. (pub LG 03/25, 04/01, 04/08, 04/15/2026)

File Number: FBN724617. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. FOOTHILL REPAIR PRO LLC 4388 El Camino Real Unit 128, Los Altos, CA 94022. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, FOOTHILL REPAIR PRO LLC, 4388 El Camino Real Unit 128, Los Altos, CA 94022. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 03/10/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. FOOTHILL REPAIR PRO LLC, Article/Reg # B20260015971, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Peter Christianson /s/ Owner. (Pub LGN: 03/25, 04/01, 04/08, 04/15/2026)

File Number: FBN724757. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. FLOWRA , 205 Milbrae Ln, Los Gatan, CA 95032. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, THE CREATIVE AND WELLNESS STUDIO LLC, 1401 21st Street Ste R, Sacramento, CA 95811. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 03/13/2026 and 03/13/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. THE CREATIVE AND WELLNESS STUDIO LLC, Article/Reg # 202461014023, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Sophie Leclerc /s/ Member. (Pub LGN: 03/25, 04/01, 04/08, 04/15/2026)

File Number: FBN724093. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. RAVENWOOD VENTURES INC., 2. C&C GLASS, 1060 Lincoln Ave Ste 20 1160, San Jose, CA 95125. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, RAVENWOOD VENTURES INC, 1060 Lincoln Ave Ste 20 1160, San Jose, CA 95125. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 02/23/2026 and 02/24/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. RAVENWOOD VENTURES INC, Article/Reg # B20250371496, Above Entity was Formed in the State of California. /s/ Joaquin Vela /s/ President. (Pub LGN: 03/25, 04/01, 04/08, 04/15/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #724695

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: March Design, 569 Clyde Avenue, Unit 520, Mountain View, CA, 94043, Mike Ma Architects, APC. This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Mike Ma. President. #B20250424102. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 03/12/2026. (pub LG 03/25, 04/01, 04/08, 04/15/2026)

File Number: FBN724745. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. KEEP MOVING FOR PARKINSON’S, 21559 Santa Ana Rd, Los Gatos, CA 95033. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, KEEP MOVING FOR PARKINSON’S LLC, 21559 Santa Ana Rd, Los Gatos, CA 95033. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 03/13/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. KEEP MOVING FOR PARKINSON’S LLC, Article/Reg # B20260111470, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Jennifer Larsen /s/ Manager (Pub LGN: 03/25, 04/01, 04/08, 04/15/2026)

File Number: FBN724725. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. LAVENDER DUCKY, 170 N 11th St, San Jose, CA 95112. This business is conducted by: An Individual, KRISTINE ELISE CONLEY, 170 N 11th St, San Jose, CA 95112. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 03/14/2026 and 03/12/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Kristine E Conley /s/ (Pub LGN: 03/25, 04/01, 04/08, 04/15/2026)

File Number: FBN724806. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. AJ RENTALS, 107 S Mary Ave #91, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. This business is conducted by: An Individual, Ai Jia Zhang, 107 S Mary Ave #91, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 03/16/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Ai Jia Zhang /s/. (Pub LGN: 03/25, 04/01, 04/08, 04/15/2026)

File Number: FBN724384. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1.YONA SKIN CLINIC, 14537 S Bascom Ave, Campbell, CA 95008. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, YONA SKIN CLINIC, 14537 S Bascom Ave, Campbell, CA 95008. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 02/17/2026 and 03/03/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. YONA SKIN CLINIC, Article/Reg # B20260082547, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Eun Sung Huh /s/ CFO. (Pub LGN: 03/25, 04/01, 04/08, 04/15/2026)