Mayra,
Hope all is well! We're loving your coverage of all things Campbell.
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Sure, downtown and all of its shops, restaurants, and events are incredible. The residents of Campbell are always warm and welcoming and my wife and I feel blessed to live in such a great community.
There are lots of reasons why we love Campbell, but today one of my favorite things became very clear. This may sound crazy, but what I love most about this town ... The Dirt.
I love everything that grows in this town. Campbell residents live on a "goldmine" of soil. The rich history of orchards and farms here in Campbell can still be seen everyday if you just walk around our neighborhoods.
As we walk around our neighborhood there are plenty of grapefruits, oranges, lemons, plums, and persimmons ... all ripe for the picking. Campbell remains one big orchard city!
My wife and I, understanding the goodness of Campbell's soil, decided to plant a garden this Spring. Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Cantaloupe, Watermelon, Squash, Herbs, and a dozen different species of Peppers. The Campbell soil is amazing. Everything we planted is producing and growing like mad. We even had corn growing until our dog, Max, ate it. ;)
Before moving to Campbell two years ago, we had no business planting a garden or even watering an indoor plant. If we can have a successful garden here in Campbell, all credit must go to this amazing soil. We're early into the summer season and I encourage everyone to plant a fruit or vegetable in your Campbell yard. You'll be amazed at the results...
*Big THANKS to on Winchester Boulevard.
All the best,
Joe Kenny
Campbell, CA. Resident Since 2010.
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Kirby Wood April 30, 2013 at 01:40 pm
I am impressed with CalTrans ability to do the cleanup, but the problem of homelessness does not go…Read More away. Until we find a way to help these people in need, the camps will just move to another location, and everything will start all over again. The homeless need help - whether they want it or not. It's time to get that ball rolling.
Karen Hunt May 1, 2013 at 07:33 pm
Who is Tony Faber? Here is some history from a family member. My name is Karen Hunt and my…Read More grandfather is and was Albert Jacob Faber. He owned and ran that bike shop up until his death in 1975. Subsequent to grandpa's death the house/building became the property of my grandmother, Lucille Faber. Upon her death, the property went to my mother, Jackie Faber-Cornick. In 1978, the business, not the building was sold to Alex Lariviere and he has conducted business since. The building was never sold and belongs to my mom, Jackie Cornick. It was her great-grandparents home back in the 1920's. We are shocked and saddened by this tremendous loss. At this time, we are trying to decide the fate of that beloved building. We are currently awaiting forensics tests, engineering and structural reports, and working with the City to keep it safe and prevent it from being vandalized and becoming a blight.
I'm happy to answer any questions you might have about the history of Faber's Cyclery. My grandfather was a man of character and integrity. Sadly, neither of his two sons became involved in the business. With that said, anybody claiming to be a Faber or son of Albert Jacob, is just misrepresenting the truth.
Thank you for sharing your story and memories!
Very truly yours,
Karen Hunt
Great grandaughter of the owner of the Original Fabers Cyclery.
Connie Carey-Kincaid April 3, 2013 at 01:27 pm
Happy Birthday Evelyn! Your 1st 100yr comment has been our family motto as well! Made me belly laugh…Read More to hear you feel the same!! Here's to the next 100 yrs and deal the cards!
Karen Richardson April 2, 2013 at 05:03 pm
Happy birthday, Evelyn - and love your comment about turning 100. You're an inspiration!