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November 6, 2007
| Oktoberfest comes to Campbell |
Campbell’s Oktoberfest has something for everyone
By Jeanne C. Carbone
Editor
Downtown Campbell turned into Bavaria with the celebration of the 13th annual Oktoberfest on Oct. 20 and 21.
“I have the best job and the best location,” said Campbell Chamber of Commerce office assistant Gerry Gruwell who was busy selling tickets for beer, food and the collectable annual mug or wine glass. Gruwell is one of an army of volunteers who are the force behind Oktoberfest. “We had 65 calls from people all over, San Rafael, Oakland, wanting to know how to get here. I told them to take light rail. It’s just great how many people come to Oktoberfest.” Read more...
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In wine there is truth
Pinder Winery celebrates a newharvest at annual crush party
By Jeanne C. Carbone
Editor
It used to be the fruit of the gods was made by a little old winemaker. No more, Campbell’s Pinder Winery is operated by John and Marie Pinder, a charming couple who are passionate about wine.
The Pinders recently held their annual crush barbecue party at the winery’s Cristich Lane location. And yes, guests actually stomped grapes the old fashioned way.
“If you’re a child at heart you have to try it,” said Rosaine Reza attending with fiancé Joel Read more...
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