The History Club of Los Gatos is presenting "A World of Tastes," featuring international culinary treats. The club is asking for a $20 donation, with proceeds going to benefit the Santa Clara Valley Children's Shelter. The event will take place April 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 123 Los Gatos Blvd. For more information, call Therese Wiese at 408.226.6365.


Next Chamber mixer is set for April 23

The next Town of Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce mixer will be held at the Los Gatos Framing Company, 220 N. Santa Cruz Ave., from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on April 23. Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments will be served, and a raffle will be held. Place reservations by April 21 by calling the Chamber at 408.354.9300. The event costs $5 for Chamber members and $10 for nonmembers.


Veterinarians commended by council

The Los Gatos Dog and Cat Hospital received a commendation from the town council recently for its 50-plus years of work in the community. Founded in 1947, the hospital has been involved with the Youth Science Institute at Vasona Park and with local schools.

The founder, Dr. Martin Fremont, attempted to gain the town's approval for the hospital in 1946, but residents in the neighborhood who opposed the establishment killed the idea in an 8-6 vote. The following year, residents voted 8-6 in favor of the hospital. Today the hospital is an accredited member of the American Animal Hospital Association, a distinction awarded to only about 15 percent of animal hospitals in the U.S.