National Night Out is observed the first Tuesday evening in August annually. This year’s NNO is Tuesday, August 1st. A national tradition celebrated across the US and Canada since 1984, National Night Out was created to increase awareness about police programs in communities by the National Association of Town Watch. Events can range from small back […]
Highlighting another mom-owned business in our community, Hummingbird Music School teaches music to students in San Carlos and nearby cities. In typical parent networking fashion, I discovered Francesca Draughon, founder and owner of Hummingbird Music School, was teaching piano lessons from a friend. I knew Francesca from White Oaks Elementary but didn’t know she was a […]
Tucked in the southern end of San Carlos, there is a brand new craft coffee and tea café, Mints & Honey. I sat down with one of the owners, Dot Teng, to learn more about their story. The bright and sunny spot started as an event space in 2015 with frontage on El Camino Real. […]
As you might have learned from some of my earlier blog posts, I am a big fan of community interest stories, especially when they are about local, entrepreneurial women. I recently sat down with Renee Barton, the owner of Redwood Grill in the Woodside Plaza shopping center in Redwood City. Redwood Grill opened this summer […]
The holiday season is a busy one here on the peninsula with a plethora of fun activities. I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorites for you to enjoy! Friday 12/2 – San Carlos – Night of Holiday Lights Two blocks along Laurel Street are closed down for music, holiday lights, family fun and […]
Many thanks for the submissions to my “How Did You Find San Carlos” Blog Contest. It was fun reading the stories of native San Carlans along with folks like myself who heard about “The City of Good Living” from friends or family. The contest winner is Gail Langkusch, who has lived in San Carlos since […]
In my last blog post I told you how I found San Carlos. I thought it would be fun to turn the tables and hear how you found San Carlos via a contest! Everyone likes a background story so here is your chance to share your story AND win a $50 gift card. Submit your […]
Fall is a busy time along the San Francisco peninsula. I’ve compiled a list of fun events ranging from San Mateo to Redwood City — so many excellent choices! Dwell Realtors is a Beverage Sponsor for the San Carlos Art & Wine Faire Saturday 10/8 and Sunday 10/9. Come find me pouring wine on Sunday […]
In my last post, I had a comment challenge for my first responder to pick my next blog post subject. The winner suggested that I write about how my family & I ended up in San Carlos. You may need a little more background to get the full story. I was born and raised in […]
Our Dwell office is on the southern end of Laurel Street in San Carlos which has experienced recent growth in the past few years with the addition of Trader Joe’s and several popular restaurants like Johnston’s Saltbox, Three Pigs, and The Office. I’m always looking for healthy dining out options and luckily we have another […]
