Bánh mì and BurgerBots.

Breaking Dawn Brunch in Los Gatos fuses Vietnamese-influenced flavors with nostalgic favorites, with an experimental menu including ube pancakes, pho poutine, bánh xèo tacos, and bánh mì burgers. But the star of the show is a custom-built “BurgerBot”. Get more juicy details from San José Spotlight.

Finding peace through art.

New Museum Los Gatos (NUMU) recently celebrated its 60th anniversary with a series of retro-’60s events, including a “Peace, Love + Art” benefit auction and a free community day featuring music, costume contests, and art activities. The Mercury News has the story.

Honoring lost souls.

In some cultures, death is not an ending but a transition from one life to another. This weekend, you can celebrate Día de Muertos as a joyful honoring of your loved ones who have passed on through colorful altars, offerings, and traditions that welcome returning souls. The Town Crier has some tips.

(Get your) paddle out!

Get your paddle out and head down to the corner courts. It’s National Pickleball Day! And if you’re not a fan, it might be a good time to invest in ear plugs. #protip

Helping your ADU pencil out.

Bay Area homeowners are doing their part to alleviate the housing crisis by investing in accessory dwelling units, aka “granny” flats. A new bill making its way through Washington could help them get federally-backed financing. Palo Alto Weekly has the story.

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