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2025 "Stories from the Past"
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We’re proud to share the 12th film in our Stories from the Past series. This year’s film weaves together personal accounts shared by Mark Bernal, Nancy Vasquez Bernal, William (Willie) Silva, Ken Saso, Al Alciati, and Sharon Palma Alciati.

 

These men and women and their ancestors have contributed to South Santa Clara County life in diverse and important ways—from agriculture, education, government and veterans affairs to ministry services and public safety. Their years in Morgan Hill and San Martin are linked by fond memories of school days as Live Oak High School students. Their stories remind us of the power of shared history to forge friendships and a connection to the place we call home.  

 

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View the documentary

(film will be available for free viewing online in October 2025)

Our 2025 interviewees:

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Al Alciati

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Sharon Palma Alciati

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Mark Bernal

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Nancy Vasquez Bernal

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Ken Saso

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William "Willie" Silva

Filmmaker Team

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Kathy Sullivan

Executive Producer

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Robin Shepherd,

Writer, Director and Producer

Selah Productions

Nils Myers, Cinematographer

and Film Editor

152 West Productions

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Boyd McCollum

Assistant Film Editor

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Your donation makes it possible for us to develop, produce, archive and share high quality films that preserve local history for our community.

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17860 Monterey Road
P. O. Box 1258
Morgan Hill, CA 95038-1258

Museum Hours:

Saturdays:  10:00-1:00

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