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🌱 Patch AM: Why did a Tesla rampage erupt at Saratoga’s Garrod Farms?
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Good day Saratoga! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Why did a Tesla rampage erupt at Saratoga’s Garrod Farms?
- How Saratoga seniors can benefit from this free volunteer support network
Today's riddle: What did the stop sign say to the yield sign? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Monday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 59 and low of 47 degrees.
- Tuesday: Fog in the morning, temps: high: 64, low: 54.
- Wednesday: Occasional morning rain, with a high of 65 and low of 46 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Founder of Mental Health Startup Has Epic Public Breakdown, Tries to Start Fire, Flees in Tesla, Crashes (futurism.com) — A chaotic incident at Garrod Farms in Saratoga saw a man allegedly attempt to start a fire, clash with winery staff, and then crash his Tesla into parked cars before being arrested. No serious injuries were reported, but the episode drew attention because the suspect reportedly runs an online mental health startup abroad. 
Find out what's happening in Saratogafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
• Wish Book: Heart of the Valley provides valuable assistance to seniors in need (mercurynews.com) — Seniors in Saratoga are among those getting free rides, home repairs, and companionship from Heart of the Valley, a Santa Clara nonprofit now seeking $25,000 through the Mercury News Wish Book campaign. The group helps low-income older adults across West Santa Clara Valley stay independent with transportation, handyman work, tech help, wellness check-ins, and friendly visits, relying heavily on retired volunteers.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Saratoga
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- Band Jam: Guitar & Ukulele
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10:30 am - Family Storytime
Saratoga Library , 13650 Saratoga Avenue , Saratoga
11:00 am - Children's Ornament Decorating
Saratoga Community Library , 13650 Saratoga Avenue , Saratoga
4:00 pm - Homework Help K-6 grade
Saratoga Community Library , 13650 Saratoga Avenue , Saratoga
4:00 pm - Baby Storytime (12 months & younger)
Saratoga Community Library , 13650 Saratoga Avenue , Saratoga
11:00 am - Drop-in Tech Help
Saratoga Community Library , 13650 Saratoga Avenue , Saratoga
11:00 am - Teatime Book Chatter
Saratoga Community Library , 13650 Saratoga Avenue , Saratoga
1:00 pm - Art to Love Exhibit
Saratoga Community Library , 13650 Saratoga Avenue , Saratoga
Tuesday December 16
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Sunday December 21
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🗓 Events Nearby
- ESL Parent & Caregiver Conversation Club
Cupertino Library , 10800 Torre Avenue , Cupertino
10:30 am - Reading to Children with Aysha
Cambrian Library , 1780 Hillsdale Avenue , San Jose
3:00 pm - One-On-One Reading Coach for Kids
Cambrian Library , 1780 Hillsdale Avenue , San Jose
4:00 pm - Homework Help for Grades K-6
Milpitas Community Library 160 North Main Street, Milpitas, CA 95035
4:00 pm
Monday December 15
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💬 Chatter
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- Just back from a stop at Safeway to pick a couple things up.
When I got out of my car, I could hear Christmas music played on the trumpet! When I got closer to the door, there was a very nice lady ringing the… (Nextdoor Saratoga Village) - Warning Amazon Marketplace is not Amazon and some of their independent sellers apparently are not vetted.
My daughter bought a Google Pixel Tablet 11" Tablet 256GB WIFI Porcelain GA06157-US as a Christmas gift for her husband. It never arrived and when… (Nextdoor Arroyo De Arguello)
- BJ's Restaurants, Inc. posted a job opening for Janitorial in Cupertino. Apply here.
- 85C Bakery Cafe posted a job opening for Bakery Associate - Baker/Cake Decorator Cupertino in Cupertino. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Saratoga here.
🗞 Nearby News
Cupertino
- San Jose family accused of operating brothel network (ktvu.com)
- You Can't Always Get What You Want: The A.I. Bubble Will Burst (newamericanjournal.net)
- Cupertino seeks public safety commissioner (mercurynews.com)
Los Gatos
- Assemblymember hosts toy drive for local nonprofit (mercurynews.com)
Santa Clara
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