Sunnyslope Christian Center is looking for vendors for the annual Christmas Boutique on Nov. 10. Anyone interested in participating, please call the church office at 831-637-2635.
Vendors needed for boutique
Sunnyslope Christian Center is looking for vendors for the annual Christmas Boutique on Nov. 10. Anyone interested in participating, please call the church office at 831-637-2635.
Countywide garage sale
The third annual countywide garage sale is scheduled for Oct. 20, from 8 to 2 p.m. Those interested in participating need to email the address of the garage sale to Lisa Jensema at
lj******@co**.us
by Oct. 12. Participants will be emailed a list of tips for a successful garage sale, inventory sheets and a directory of reuse organizations who accept donations after the sale. Addresses will be listed in fliers available on Oct. 19 at several locations in Hollister, San Juan Bautista, Aromas and Paicines.
The annual event is sponsored by the County of San Benito Integrated Waste Management Regional Agency. The goal is to promote the idea of reuse, conserved landfill space and avoid wasting valuable resources. For more information or a full list of locations, visit www.cosb.us and click on the Garage Sale Day link.
Library to accept passport apps
The San Benito County Free Library will begin accepting passport applications on Oct. 3 on behalf of the U.S. Department of State. Residents who are planning international travel may call to schedule an appointment to complete the application on Sept. 24 by calling Betty, the community librarian, during the library’s open hours. Betty Mason can be reached at 636-4107 or by email at
bm****@co***.us
. The library is open Monday and Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursdays, from noon to 8 p.m. For application forms, information on documentation required, fees and other information, visit www.travel.state.gov.
Camera club meeting
The Hollister Camera Club is seeking new members. The club meets the fourth Tuesday of each month, at 100 Dry Creek Road, in Hollister. Photographers of all skill level who work with prints, slides or digital images are welcome. Details: Jack Marcheski, 637-3453 or 524-5912.
St. Luke’s has openings for after school program
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church has openings in its after school program. Linda Smith, a retired principal, runs the program. It provides individualized tutoring and after school homework assistance for children. There are some scholarships available, provided by the Community Foundation for San Benito County. Details: 637-7570.
Chamberlain’s seeks volunteers
Chamberlain’s Children Center is seeking volunteers for a mentor program. The nonprofit is looking for adult mentors to work with foster children in a supportive and enriching one-on-one relationship that will aid in developing self-esteem, self-confidence and a sense of community.
Details: For more information on volunteering, call Kim Meininger at 831-636-2121 ext. 129 or email
ki*@ch***********.org
. Visit www.chamberlaincc.org for more information on the center’s services.
Griefshare support group starts
GriefShare is a Christ-centered recovery and support group for those who are grieving the death of a loved one. We meet at Calvary Chapel in Hollister at 320 Fourth St. each Thursday night beginning Sept. 27, at 7 p.m.
GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief and recovery topics. Seminar sessions include ” God’s Prescription For Grief,” “The Journey of Grief,” “The Effects of Grief,” “When Your Spouse Dies,” “Your Family and Grief,” and “Stuck in Grief.” Cost is $15. Details: call Greg Harvey at 831-207-6560.
