Airshow needs vendors, help
The Hollister Airshow will be May 26 and 27 at the Hollister Municipal Airport. Volunteers are needed, who are 18 years or older, who can provide at least eight hours. An orientation meeting will be held May 16, at 7 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church, 2066 San Benito St., in Hollister. Applications can be submitted online at www.hollisterairshow.com/volunteers.php.
Vendor spaces are also available for those who would like to have a booth at the event. Booths are 10×10′ with no electrical outlets, though community water hook-ups are available. San Benito nonprofits can rent a space for $50. For profit businesses or nonprofits based outside San Benito County can rent a space for $150. Payment for vendor spaces is due May 1. Vendor guidelines, information on licensing fees and more can be found online at www.hollisterairshow.com/vendors.php.
Dual immersion meeting
Aromas and Hollister parents are invited to San Juan School’s Dual Immersion Parent Group Meeting on Tuesday, May 1st, 2012, at 6 p.m. in the San Juan School library. Our Dual Immersion Language Program is for English and Spanish speaking students from Kindergarten through 5th grade. Topics being discussed include: the district transfer process for Aromas students; interdistrict transfers; and, the appeals process through the County Office of Education for Hollister students. The meeting will be conducted in English and in Spanish. For more information please call 831-623-9945, or go to www.sanjuanschool.net.
Victims’ Rights Week
The San Benito County Victim/Witness and The District Attorney’s Office is recognizing Victims’ Rights Week, April 22-28, as part of the National Crime Victims’ Week. This year’s theme – “Extending the Vision: Reaching Every Victim” – celebrates the vision behind that progress and the ideal of serving all victims. The vision that launched the victims’ right movement emerged more than 30 years ago. Then-as now- crime victims endured physical and emotional wounds, costly financial burdens, and sometimes a hostile criminal justice system. Since the 1980’s the nation has made dramatic progress in securing rights, protections, and services for victims of crime. Victims of crime deserve compassion, understanding and respect. 18.7 million Americans are directly harmed by crime each year, and each crime affects many more family members, friends, neighbors and co-workers. The physical, emotional, and financial impact of crime falls on people of all ages and abilities, and of all economic, racial, and social backgrounds. If you or someone you know has been victimized, the San Benito County Victim/Witness Assistance Center can help with emotional support, guidance through the criminal justice system, assistance in applying for victim compensation and awareness of victims’ rights. For more information on services or how to volunteer, please call (831)634-1397 or stop by our office located at 419 Fourth Street.
‘Narnia’ at Granada
The San Benito Stage Company presents “Narnia,” C.S. Lewis’ tale of “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.” The show opened April 13, with additional shows on April 27 and 28 at 7 p.m., at the Granada Theater, 336 Fifth St., in Hollister. General admission is $15, students and seniors are $12, and group packs are available for advance purchase for $40 for four tickets. Tickets may be purchased at Postal Graphics or the Market, in Hollister. Details: 636-6810.
Saddle Horse parade
The San Benito County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau is accepting entries for the 2012 Saddle Horse Show Parade, scheduled for June 21, in downtown Hollister. The parade is limited to 80 entries, and forms are due June 15, by 4 p.m. Entry fees are $30 for single entry or vehicles, $50 for two vehicles, or free for public safety or local school marching bands. Entry fees can be found online at sanbenitocountychamber.com or by calling 637.5315. Mail or Drop Off Entry Form, Announcer Card, and Entry Fee to: San Benito County Chamber of Commerce, 650 San Benito Street, Suite 130, Hollister, CA 95023. Payment types accepted include checks, cash or credit card. Details: 637-5315.
Tribal history presentation
The public is invited to a presentation about Amah-Mutsun Tribal History by Val Lopez, chair of the local tribe, on Monday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the San Juan Bautista Community Center, 10 San Jose St. Lopez will address topics including: the tribe before initial contact, the Mission period, the Mexican period, and the early American period. He will also discuss the early state and federal laws that impacted the tribe, the era of Ascencion Solorsano, and the present-day tribe. Question and answer time will be provided.
Church open house
Hollister Seventh-day Adventist school is hosting an open house April 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., where parents can learn more about the K-8 education available at the school. Classroom visits will be from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., a talk with the principal is set for noon, visits with teachers are from 3:15 to 5 p.m., and campus tours and general information are available all day. Details: 637-5570.
See more in the Pinnacle on Friday.
