October
Friday 10/14
HOLLISTER
American Legion fundraiser
The American Legion will host a fundraiser yard sale at the
corner of Seventh and San Benito streets, Oct. 14 and 15, from 8
a.m. to 2 p.m. Hamburgers, hotdogs and drinks will be sold for a
nominal fee. The group is accepting donations of sale items, but
have asked donors not to leave furniture, baby car seats or
mattresses. Donations can be dropped off Oct. 12 and 13, from 8
a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call Dolly at 637-1980 or Joe at 636-1354 for
more information.
October
Friday 10/14
HOLLISTER
American Legion fundraiser
The American Legion will host a fundraiser yard sale at the corner of Seventh and San Benito streets, Oct. 14 and 15, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hamburgers, hotdogs and drinks will be sold for a nominal fee. The group is accepting donations of sale items, but have asked donors not to leave furniture, baby car seats or mattresses. Donations can be dropped off Oct. 12 and 13, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call Dolly at 637-1980 or Joe at 636-1354 for more information.
Golf Fun Night
The San Benito County Police Activities League is hosting a golf fun night at Bolado Park Golf Club, Oct. 14, at 6 p.m. Players will be able to golf under a full moon, using glow sticks to mark the tee boxes, fairways and holes. Golfers will also use lighted golf balls. Green fees, two glow balls, a light dinner and use of a cart is included for $40. Register in advance as space is limited to nine foursomes. The tournament will be nine holes with a shotgun start. There will be opportunities to participate in 50/50 putting and chipping competitions. To register, call 630-6325. San Benito County PAL is a nonprofit dedicated to building the bond between kids, cops and community.
Hollister Art League show
The Hollister Art League is having an art show featuring “Plein Aire paintings” (painting on location) at Mars Hill through Nov. 8. On display are local scenes in oils, watercolors, lino-cuts, mixed media and photography. For more information call 638-0277 or 637-6062
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
California, Then & Now exhibit
A new art show, “California, Then & Now,” will run at the Mission Gallery, 106 Third St., from Sept. 17 through Nov. 1. The exhibit features the work of Dave Sellers, an oil painter who is showing pieces from his “artist notebook.” The smaller, more affordable pieces include a combination of oil painting, pencil sketches and artist’s notes. Dave Sellers will be on site for a meet the artist event Sept. 17, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., weekdays and Saturdays except Tuesday. It is open noon to 6 p.m. on Sundays. For more information, call 623-2960
‘The Lighthouses of the Pacific Coast’
St. Francis Retreat Center, 549 Mission Blvd., is hosting an art show by Gabilan artists entitled “The Lighthouses of the Pacific,” in the dining room through Nov. 15.
Saturday 10/15
HOLLISTER
Eric Tognazzini Memorial Benefit BBQ
The Eric Tognazzini Memorial Benefit barbecue will be Oct. 15, from 5:30 to 11 p.m., at the Hollister elks Lodge. Tickets are $25 or $300 for a special reserved table for 10. Enjoy a barbecue dinner prepared by the Brignatino family, a raffle, silent auction, music, bocce ball, horseshoes and more. No host bar. Tickets are available at Postal Graphics, Mars Hill Coffeehouse and Drapoel’s. For more information, go to www.tognazzinimemorial.com.
Young Eagles Rally at Hollister Airport
Kids ages 8 to 17 fly free at the Young Eagles Rally at the Hollister Airport. Flights will be staged from Hugh’s Vintage Plane Museum at the Hollister Municipal Airport, between 9 a.m. to noon. This introduction to aviation is sponsored by the Hollister chapter of the Experimental Aircraft Association with support from the Hollister Airmen’s Association and the Bay Area Glider Rides. For more information, call Ed Owens at 637-0559 or e-mail
ow***@ra*******.com
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Northern California Renaissance Faire
The Northern California Renaissance Faire will run through Oct. 16, Saturdays and Sundays, at Casa de Fruta, gate 6. The only event includes costumed performers, entertainment, fine foods and handmade crafts. The Saturday evening event will include a Celtic Rock Concert series, with performances by Tempest, Wicked Tinkers and other bands. Tickets are $25 at the gate, children 12 and under are free. A weekend pass is $35 and covers admission for one weekend. A ‘Fairever” pass is $150 and allows access for all 10 days of the fair. For information and tickets, visit www.norcalrenfaire.com.
Dia de Los Muertos reception
The Blak Sage Gallery will host an artist’s reception for Carlos Munoz, whose “Dia de Los Muertos” show will be on display through Oct. 29. The reception is Oct. 15, from noon to 2 p.m., at 727 San Benito St., in downtown Hollister. A November show, “Reaping the Harvest,” will run Nov. 3-26, featuring works by Jan Small and Angela Young. The artists’ reception will be Nov. 12, from 2 to 6 p.m. For more information, call 636-9100.
Rummage sale
The Hollister United Methodist Church is having a rummage sale to further their outreach in San Benito County. If you have items to donate they can be dropped off today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The sale will be Oct. 15, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 521 Monterey St. For more information, call 637-4240.
GILROY
‘Travel through Time’
The Friends of the Gilroy Hot Springs will host the ‘Travel through Time’ event Oct. 15, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Gilroy Hot Springs. The event offers a chance to learn about the history of Gilroy Hot Springs and the healing properties of the mineral water through displays and docent-led tours. The event is $15 per person, children under 12 are free with an adult. There will be music, antique vehicles on display and food available for purchase form Lou’s BBQ. To get the Hot Springs, head east on Leavesley Road, turn left at New Avenue, right on Roop Road, veer left onto Gilroy Hot Springs Road and continue across the bridge to the end of the road. For reservations, call 408-314-7185 or 925-837-1024. Limited parking is available. Proceeds benefit Friends of Gilroy Hot Springs’ efforts to preserve, protect and restore public access to the historical resort.
Sunday 10/16
TRES PINOS
73rd Annual Chicken BBQ
Immaculate Conception Church will host its 73rd annual chicken barbecue Oct. 16, from noon to 5 p.m., at 7290 Airline Hwy., in Tres Pinos. The meal includes chicken, garlic bread, pasta, salad and homemade desserts. Tickets are $13 for adults and $6 for children under 12.
Wednesday 10/19
HOLLISTER
National Friends of the Library week
The Friends of the San Benito County Free Library invite the community to join them to celebrate National Friends of Libraries week with refreshments, presentations and tours of the library. Learn about the new things the group has been working on. The Friends will reveal their Friends/Library/Literacy collaborative ad, in partnership with the San Benito County Chamber of Commerce. Join the activities at 6 p.m., at 470 Fifth St., with presentations to begin at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Ruth Erickson at 637-0987.
Saturday 10/22
HOLLISTER
Condor Classic returns
The Condor Classic Bicycle Ride will be Oct. 22, starting at San Benito High School. The routes include a coastal challenge of 100 miles, the San Juan Trek of 75 miles, the Santa Ana Valley Ride of 40 miles, and the family friendly ride of 15 miles. The ride fee is $80 per person for the three longer rides or $50 per person for the family friendly ride. For more information, visit www.condorclassic.com.
Compassion Pregnancy 5K run and walk
Compassion Pregnancy Services will host a 5K run and walk for life Oct. 22, at Dunne Park, starting at the corner of West and Sixth streets. The entry fee is $35 for runners or $20 for those 12 and under. Walkers can raise money through sponsorship pledges. For the entry fee donation participants will receive a T-shirt, medals for first-third place runners in three age groups, jump house and a barbecue lunch will be available for an additional small donation. Online, mail-in or same-day registration is available. For more information, visit MyHollisterCompassion.com, e-mail
mi************@ya***.com
or call 702-467-4423.
Oktober-Fiesta
The United Way of San Benito County is hosting an Oktober-Fiesta Oct. 22, from 3 to 7 p.m., at the Vault Restaurant. Teams will participate in a salsa-making contest. Attendees will have a chance to sample and judge their favorite salsas. Upstairs there will be a beer tasting from local breweries. The cost is $30 per person, with no one under 21 admitted. The fee includes salsa and beer tasting, a taco bar, a no host bar and local entertainment. For sponsorship opportunities, tickets or more information, call Starr Wolf at 332-7550 or e-mail
sa*******@un*********.org
.
Sunday 10/23
HOLLISTER
Fall fashion show and luncheon
The San Benito Cattlewomen will be hosting the sixth annual Fall Fashion Show and Luncehon Oct. 23, at the San Juan Oaks Golf and Country Club. Tickets are $25 per person. The event includes lunch, raffle prizes and fashions from Ranchers Feed, She’s, Tres Jolie Vintage, Bella Charms, Sweet Envy, Tres Pinos Ranch and Supply and LA Hearne. Tickets are available at Calvista Insurance, 370 Fifth St.; San Benito County Chamber of Commerce, 650 San Benito St. Ste. 130; Rancher’s Feed, 354 First St.; She’s, 620 San Benito St.: Tres Jolie Vintage, 748 San Benito St.; Bella Charms, 385 Prospect Ave.; Sweet Envy, 108 Third St, in San Juan Bautista; Tres Pinos Ranch Supply, 7020 Hwy. 25; or by calling Jayme Stewart at 81-0394.
Friday 10/28
HOLLISTER
‘Hairspray’
San Benito Stage Company presents “Hairspray,” Oct. 28-Nov. 11. Tickets are available in advance at Salon 218 and Postal Graphics. The musical is set in 1960s Baltimore, as change is in the air. Tracy Turnblad dances and sings her way into the hearts of everyone on “Corny Collins Show.” The show includes performances by kids 13-19. For more information, call 636-6810.
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Ghost Walk
Take a guided tour of ghost sightings and paranormal activities in San Juan Bautista. Tours will be given Oct. 28 and 29, at 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. The tour starts at Santa Barbara Bank & Trust. The ticket price includes a goodie bag and beverages. Tickets are available at Shelton Insurance. For more information, call 637-8941.
Saturday 10/29
HOLLISTER
Night Time Poker Run
The Top Hatters-Hollister will host the 15th annual Halloween Night Time Pack Poker Run Oct. 19, with check in between 6 and 7 p.m., at Whiskey Creek Saloon, 201 Fifth St. The ride is open to the public and all bikers for a $20 donation. The high hand has a choice of $200 or a $500 gift certificate. The low hand will get whatever prize the high hand winner does not select. There will be a costume contest for best of show, best couple and scariest costume, as well as food, live music, a mystery prize, 50/50 and door prizes. For more information, e-mail
ho**********@ya***.com
TRES PINOS
Fall classic golf tournament
Bolado Park will host the Fall Classic Golf Tournament Oct. 19, with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. The cost is $55 per player and includes 18-hole scramble green fee, cart and a barbecue. Contests will include putting, longest drive, most accurate drive and closest to the hole. There will be mulligans for sale and donors can sponsor a hole for $50. There will be raffle and team prizes. For more information, call Bolado Park Golf Club at 628-9995.
Halloween polenta feed
The Italian Catholic Federation Branch No. 26 is hosting a Halloween polenta feed Oct. 29, at Sacred Heart O’Reilly Hall, 680 College St., in Hollister, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets are available by advance sale only. Dinner will be served 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with take out from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Adult tickets are $20, $12 for children 6-12 and free for children 5 and under. Take out tickets are $15. Tickets are available at Penny Wise Drugs. Bring a carved pumpkin to win a prize, compete in the costume contest or play other games. For more information, call Cheri Huntley at 207-3214 or Mary Ann Friebel at 902-5151.
Sunday 10/30
AROMAS
Autumn art workshop and raffle
The aromas Hills Artisans will host an autumn art workshop and raffle Oct. 30, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Aromas Grange, at the corner of Rose and Bardue Avenues. Classes are free though some have a small material fee. Workshops include drawing, beading, relief printing, stained glass, wet wool felting and oil pastels. Raffle prizes include artwork by the artisans. A country-style breakfast will be available for purchase from 7:30 to 9 a.m. For more information, call Louise at 408-607-5888.
November
Saturday 11/5
HOLLISTER
Rancho-Maze Band Craft Boutique
The Rancho-Maze middle school band members will host a craft boutique at Rancho San Justo Middle School, on Nov. 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature direct sale and craft vendors, pictures with Santa, and drawings throughout the day. All proceeds benefit the band. Vendor applications are available by calling Mary Chase, at 809-5045 or by e-mailing
ra*************@ya***.com
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Zumba class world record attempt
The Save the Music Drive is organizing an attempt to break a world record for biggest Zumba class Nov. 5, at the Rancho San Justo soccer fields, on the corner of East Park and McCray streets, in Hollister. Gates open at 9 a.m. for registration, with the class starting at 11:30 a.m. Any monetary donation to the Save the Music Drive will be accepted as admission. Live music will be featured from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The goal is to get more than 1,223 participants in the Zumba class since the current record was set with that number of dancers in Brownsville, Texas. Volunteers are needed as well as participants. For more information, visit www.savehollistermusic.org.
Harvest bazaar
The Women of Hollister United Methodist Church will host the annual Harvest Bazaar Nov. 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall at Fifth and Monterey streets. Items for sale include homemade gifts, seasonal decorations, jams, jellies, salsa, pickles, baked goods and plants. Complimentary tea, coffee and cookies will be served. For more information, call 637-4240.
Celebrate Catholic Education dinner
The Sacred Heart Foundation will host its third annual dinner dance, Celebrate Catholic Education, Noc. 5, at 6 p.m. at San Juan Oaks, 3825 Union Road, in Hollister. The event is open to alumni, community members, parishioners as well as parents. All proceeds benefit the scholarship fund. Tickets are $65 per person or $520 for a table with sponsor recognition. For more information, call 637-4157 or e-mail
in**@sa***************.org
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Chukchansi fundraiser
The Hollister Community Center Senior Group is having a fundraiser trip to Chukchansi Casino Nov. 5, departing from the senior center at 7:30 a.m. The cost is $30 and participants will receive $10 e-cash and a $5 food coupon. Anyone 21 and older is welcome. For more information, call Pauline at 637-9275 or Dolly at 637-1980.
SAN JUAN
Living History Days
The San Juan State Historic Park will host Living History Days Oct. 1, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This month’s event will feature special activities to commemorate the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage, including a suffrage rally, speeches, a power point presentation on how women won the vote, and more.. Meet mountain men, Civil War soldiers, Victorian ladies and more. Enjoy crafts and cooking demonstrations. See historic horse-drawn vehicles inside the Plaza Stables and Victorian furnishings in the Plaza Hotel or Zanetta family home. Old-fashioned sodas will be available for purchase in the Plaza Hotel Saloon. Living History Days are held the first Saturday of every month. Admission is $3 for adults, and free for children 16 and under. There is free parking along the city streets. For more information, call Nikki Combs at 623-2753.
GILROY
Historias de Mi Madre
Community Solutions, a nonprofit that helps victims of sexual assault and domestic violence in San Benito and south Santa Clara counties, will host the 5th Annual “Historias de Mi Madre; El Dia De Las Muertas” play Nov. 5, at 6:30 p.m., at the Gavilan College Theater, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd. The play focuses on what happens when domestic violence turns fatal. The play is bilingual and the $10 suggested donation supports Community Solutions work. Lupe Maldonado will play the character La Muerte (Grim Reaper.) For more information on the play, call 408-776-6294.
Sunday 11/13
HOLLISTER
YMCA benefit concert
Pacific Brass, a British style brass band, will perform “Sounds of Brass” as part of the 11th Annual YMCA Benefit Concert, Nov. 13, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church, 2066 San Benito St. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students or seniors and children under 12 are free with a paid adult. Tickets are available at ACE Hardware, the Aromas Water District, DL&G Printing, YMCA of San Benito County and the Watsonville Family YMCA. Proceeds benefit the YMCA of San Benito County’s youth and family programs.
Tuesday 11/15
HOLLISTER
National Philanthropy Day
The Community Foundation for San Benito County will host the 11th annual National Philanthropy Day celebration Nov. 15, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at San Juan Oaks. The event honors volunteers and donors to local nonprofits and service organizations. Tickets are $30 and are limited to 8 seats per honoree or organization. For more information or for tickets, call 630-1924 or visit www.cffsbc.org.
