SOUTH BAY ACCENT OPENING LINES From the Editor A8 South Bay Accent s fall arrives, and autumn leaves dazzle us with a burst of color, South Bay Accent’s latest issue welcomes the season with a vibrant palette of news and ideas to pique your interest and celebrate this transitional time of year. With “Winter Fun in the Sierras” we bring you a crisp array of ways to revel in the snow. From pulse-quickening outdoorsy adventures, including scaling frozen waterfalls and dogsledding, to serene sojourns designed to de-stress and soak in the scenery, this one-stop Sierra resource has it all. In “Beauty and Brains” we take you on a virtual tour of a redefined “cabin in the woods” that is a marvel of tech-savvy sophistication. Set in one of Tahoe’s most exclusive enclaves, this beautifully furnished and designed Martis Camp mountain retreat celebrates the pristine surroundings as it seamlessly integrates smart-home innovations—from hydronic floor heating to exterior snow-melting systems. With the natural world still in mind, writer Pam Marino’s “Saving Silicon Valley’s Wildlife” puts the spotlight on the selfless individuals who rescue and rehabilitate injured critters at the Wildlife Center of Silicon Valley. It’s an enlightening and heart-warming look at what it takes to share our urban surroundings with neighbors of the furry and feathered kind. “There’s gold in them thar hills” may have been the siren song that first drew fortune-seekers to the San Francisco Bay Area, but it is also apropos as a delicious inducement to enjoy another of the Golden State’s flourishing allures. Susan Hathaway’s “Liquid Gold” is the ultimate guide to the region’s sources for bespoke olive oil. From tasting rooms to farmer’s markets, her indepth journey into the agricultural heart of the area yields delicious results. Those sticking close to home this season know there’s never a shortage of cool things to do in our own neck of the woods. Our comprehensive Calendar is jam-packed with more than 150 fun-filled local activities and events during the next two months. And if you prefer explorations of the culinary kind, dive into our all-inclusive Dining Guide with signature Best Bites. Here are spots to suit all your food moods, from buzzing new bistros to exclusive, four-star restaurants. Wondering how to update your wardrobe during this in-between time of year? Our Style section puts a fresh for autumn spin on animal-inspired staples. For those in the market for a unique acquisition, Spotlight is an engaging and colorful resource for all your retail therapy needs. And don’t forget our much-anticipated annual planning guides. Get a jump on the holidays with our Preseason Holiday Guide featuring gifts, getaways, parties and more. Also, use our essential resource, Private School Open House Planner, to study up on the educational offerings of the South Bay’s premier private schools. So, go ahead—enjoy all the activities, sights and tastes of the season! This fleeting time of the year should be savored. After all, the holiday hubbub is just around the corner. Carole Barrow Managing Editor MORE THA3N 5YEARS OF EDITORIAL EXCELLENCE Founder/Publisher Sherran Lacey Senior Editor Donna Krey Creative Director Greg Silva Managing Editor Carole Barrow Contributing Editor Stephen Yafa Travel Editor Ludmilla Alexander Acting Calendar Editor Carole Barrow Production Director Monique Convertito Executive Assistant Angela Anderson Contributing Writers Susan Hathaway Pam Marino Contributing Photographer Chris Schmauch Proofreader Anne Gelhaus Advertising Mitch La Crosse Accounting Manager Ruchi Gowda Distribution Manager Werner Medina Subscriber Services Subscription price in U.S.A. and possessions $20.00 (one year/six issues), $36.00 (two years/12 issues). Add $20.00 per year for foreign addresses. Single copy price $3.95. Back issues $5.95. Postage and handling $3.00. Advertising and Editorial Offices 950 S. Bascom Ave., Suite 3110 San Jose, California 95128 408/244-5100 • 408/244-9283 Fax info@southbayaccent.com SOUTH BAY ACCENT, 2016, Volume 39, Number 2, is published by Sherr Publications, Inc. 950 Bascom Ave., San Jose, CA 95128. 408/244-5100. Sherran Lacey, President. Entire contents copyright SOUTH BAY ACCENT Magazine 2016©, by Sherr Publications, Inc., all rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A. Nothing may be reproduced in whole or part without written permission from the publisher. The magazine assumes no responsibility for the return of unsolicited manuscripts.
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