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Jasmine chan, proprietor of The Knotty Corgi, expressed her desire to resume operations in San Pedro following a previous departure necessitated by construction. However, the protracted nature of the renovation has left her uncertain about interim business strategies. Without a physical storefront,Chan anticipates a return to reliance on popup markets adn online sales,revenue streams she finds less dependable than a brick-and-mortar establishment.

Chan, who operated a San Pedro storefront for approximately four months, described the experience as a valuable prospect for customer engagement and fostering repeat business. “It was a very positive experience,to know what it’s like to own something physical,and something a little bit more permanent,” Chan stated.

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Los Gatos,CA – Campo di Bocce,a popular dining and bocce ball venue,is drawing patrons with its inviting atmosphere and flavorful Italian cuisine,including a standout pasta dish featuring clams in white wine and garlic.

Teh restaurant, located at 565 University Ave. in Los Gatos, offers a menu that has garnered praise from locals. Among the highlighted dishes is a simple yet satisfying pasta preparation described as “clams, butter, wine and garlic.” This dish, served in a broth-like sauce, is intended to be enjoyed with bread for dipping.

Another recommended item is the eggplant parmigiana, a vegetarian option layered with cheese and the establishment’s signature red sauce. despite not being a vegetarian, one regular patron, Pisciotta, expressed his strong endorsement of the dish, noting its generous portion size and delicious taste.

Beyond the culinary offerings, Campo di Bocce is also recognized for its bocce ball courts and the friendly surroundings it fosters. pisciotta emphasized that enjoyment of the game is not dependent on skill level, attributing the venue’s appeal to the camaraderie among players and the overall positive experience. He noted the staff’s helpfulness and the beautiful setting as contributing factors to the venue’s welcoming nature, where individuals from diverse backgrounds gather to have a good time.

Campo di Bocce is open Monday from 3:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m.to 8:30 p.m. The restaurant can be reached at (408) 395-7650. Further information is available on their website, and they maintain active presences on Instagram and Facebook.

San Jose Advocate Richard Hobbs Champions Immigrant Empowerment and Worker Cooperatives

San Jose, CA – Richard Hobbs, a pivotal figure in Santa Clara County’s immigrant advocacy landscape, has dedicated his career to empowering immigrants and fostering economic justice through worker cooperatives. his work, spanning decades, has focused on facilitating pathways to citizenship and creating alternative economic models.

Hobbs’ commitment to immigrant integration began with a mission to help residents maintain public benefits by expediting their path to citizenship.He spearheaded countywide efforts through the Office of Human Relations, now the Office of Immigrant Relations, securing funding for nonprofits that provide immigrant services. A key initiative he launched in 1997, the county’s first citizenship days, continues to offer free submission assistance to immigrants.

Teresa Castellanos, coordinator at the Office of Immigrant Relations, lauded Hobbs’ enduring dedication.”Richard has been integral in the immigrant program in Santa Clara County,” Castellanos stated. “He’s someone that is so committed to the work that he’s doing that he just keeps going,and (he) always brings along others with him to also do the work.”

Since opening his law office in San Jose in 2011,Hobbs and his associates have celebrated each citizenship milestone with a ringing bell,having directly assisted at least 3,000 individuals in their citizenship journeys.This builds upon the thousands more he supported through the citizenship programs he previously oversaw.

Castellanos emphasized the profound impact of citizenship,noting,”Citizenship is transformational. You go from having access to some opportunities to having access to all opportunities, and not only for that individual, but for future generations.”

Beyond immigrant services, Hobbs is actively engaged in civic action, organizing groups through the Solidarity Unity Network, a coalition of two dozen organizations that convene for protests and mutual support. He has also championed economic alternatives by establishing worker cooperatives,including a home care worker co-op in Gilroy,aiming to shift power away from conventional capitalist structures.

“We need to get through this time with productive anger and compassion,” Hobbs remarked. “Worker owned cooperatives, to me, really are what should be the focus of the future.”

Joyce chu can be reached at [email protected] or @joyce_speaks on X.