Emerald Market Sputters Out…Again

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Sorry to see the Emerald Market go out.  The most recent owners seemed like a nice bunch but there was an air of impermenance to the scene.  The sign never changed to “Jojo’s”.  Large holes on the shelves where there should have been stock.  Backchannel chatter has the property owners changing the configuration of the [...]

JoJo’s takes over Emerald Market

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The sign on Oak Knoll doesn’t say it yet but it’s official (per the owner) that Emerald Market will become JoJo’s in the coming weeks.  I spoke with Emile by chance at Canyon Auto when we were both gettin gas.  He’s affable guy (as is his staff) and he does have organic products (make my [...]

Redwood City Music on the Square 2011 Schedule is Out!

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Caravanserai, Aja Vu, Native Elements and a whole host of names new and familiar are on the ticket for this top summertime Friday night event.  The crowds are always lively, friendly and up shakin’ their booties.  Take a look at the complete schedule here and be sure to plan before and after activities at The Living [...]

Relocating, Retiring or Trading Down, Know the Issues

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If you are considering relocation out of the area or trading down to a property more suited to your lifestyle, here are three things to be sure to discuss with your tax and estate planning professionals: 1)      CA Propositions 60 & 90…Propositions 60 and 90 allow anyone 55 or older to transfer the adjusted base [...]

The Last Mile…Solar Roofing Tile!

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Rooftop solar has it’s limitations but as fossil fuel supplies get impacted or marginalized, and solar technology increases in cost efficiency and lowers out of pocket barriers, it’s looking like the market just gets better and better.  Here’s an excerpt from MNN (the Mother Nature Network) about solar tiles of the type to replace those [...]

“Climate Best by Government Test”

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If you grew up in the Redwood City area, you took that slogan for granted as well as the normally pleasant weather we have here, especially this past week (with an eye to the wacky wind today, Feb 8th).  Many who’ve done a deep dive on the history of the sign and slogan found it [...]