YOUTH EMPLOYMENT AND CAREER FAIR: People age 16 to 23 who are
looking for summer employment are invited to participate in the
fourth annual Youth Employment and Career Fair on Thursday, April
22, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Fourth and San Benito streets,
Hollister.
YOUTH EMPLOYMENT AND CAREER FAIR: People age 16 to 23 who are looking for summer employment are invited to participate in the fourth annual Youth Employment and Career Fair on Thursday, April 22, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Fourth and San Benito streets, Hollister. Participants should be prepared to complete an employment application and possibly be interviewed. For more information, call the San Benito County One Stop Career Center at (831) 637-JOBS or log onto www.sbcjobs.org.
ABC’S OF BECOMING A FIREFIGHTER: The Gilroy Fire Department and Santa Clara County Black Firefighters Association are sponsoring a special class for people seeking a career in the fire service at a major or small department on Saturday, May 1. Class topics include a special guest from the City of Gilroy, pre-written exam, physical exam, oral exam, post-oral exam and review of resumes.
Check-in is from 8 to 9 a.m. with class from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Wheeler Auditorium, 250 W. Sixth St., Gilroy. There is no charge to attend the class. However, donations in the amount of $10 are sought to support the SCCBFA mini fire engine project.
Space is limited to first 300. Each prior class has been filled, so arrive early. Also, bring a lunch and dress casual. Details: (408) 846-0372.
KICK THE HABIT: Learn a step-by-step approach to quit smoking and how to maintain a smoke-free life at the YMCA, 339 Fifth st., Hollister, March 30 to May 11. The class will meet every Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m., with a free orientation on the first day. Registration is $60. Bring a friend for free with advanced registration. The last day to register is April 6. To register, call 636-4011 or 636-5229. It’s sponsored by the American Lung Association and San Benito County Health and Human Services agency.
RELAY FOR LIFE: Mark your calendar for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. This year’s event will be held Aug. 6 at 5 p.m. through Aug. 7 at 5 p.m. at San Benito High School’s Andy Hardin Field, Hollister. For more information, call 623-2501.
TEACH IN JAPAN: Local, recently graduated college students can apply to be the assistant English teacher in Hollister’s sister city, Takino, Japan, for next year, beginning in June. It’s a great opportunity for an adventurous person who wants to experience the customs and culture of Japan and its long history, while living and working in a beautiful area of the world. Interested applicants should call Co-presidents Ruth Erickson at (831) 637-0987 or Geri Johnson at (831) 636-4304 by Thursday, April 1.
COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE NETWORK: The Community Assistance Network will host a second strategic planning session on Tuesday, March 30 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Veterans’ Memorial Building, 6401 San Benito St., Hollister. The purpose of the session is to bring together local youth service providers as a first step toward coordinating the county’s services for youth. Participants will be given the opportunity to share information about their organization, receive information about other youth serving organizations and will be provided with the opportunity to gain valuable strategies for strengthening their organization, developing community assets and improving community relationships. If interested in attending, call Kellie Guerra, CAN chairperson, at 637-5393 ext. 125.
AUTISM TREATMENT: Dr. Traver will discuss lab testing, the role of special diets, nutritional supplements and other biomedical interventions at a presentation on the most recent medical treatments for children on the Autism Sectrum using the DAN! (Defeat Autism Now) protocol. The presentation will be Saturday, April 3 at 3 p.m. at Hazel Hawkins Hospital, 911 Sunset Drive, Hollister, in the Gil Gallery. For more information, call Karen Tonascia at (831)637-0750 or Vanya Robles (831) 635-0901.
prunedale road: As part of the Highway 101/156 interchange project, Prunedale North Road will be closed until Friday, March 26 at 6 p.m., weather permitting. Motorists wanting to access Vierra Canyon Road via southbound 101 will be detoured to Boronda Road in Salinas. Prunedale North Road will still be accessible from the San Miguel interchange. For more information, call 831-372-0862.
Potted Easter Lily Sale: Chapter 270 of the California School Employees Association, representing the Professional Support Services employees of Gavilan College, is now taking orders for potted Easter Lilies to be delivered the week of April 5. A payment of $8 per potted lily is due at the time of order. All funds will be donated to provide scholarships for Gavilan College students. Payments may be made in cash or check, payable to CSEA Chapter 270. The deadline to order is Friday, March 26. To order or for more information, call Monica Quiroz-Rivera at (408) 846-4992 or Dena Kehler at (408) 848-4727.
Stage Company: San Benito Stage Company presents adult comedy dinner theater with Neil Simon’s “California Suite” Friday and Saturday, March 26 and 27 at The Vault Restaurant. Dinner is at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 and are available at The Vault and Dorothy McNett’s Place, by calling 637-1947 or online at sanbenitostage.org.
snow white: Rainbow Theater presents “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” Fridays, March 26 and April 2 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays, March 27 and April 3 at 5 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Building in downtown Hollister. Tickets can be purchased in advance for a $1 discount at the Hollister Community Center. At the door, tickets are $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and $5 for children. Details:
ra************@ly***.com
.
Easter Party: Moms ‘N’ Kids will be holding its Easter party on Saturday, March 27 at Frank Klauer Park from 10 a.m. until noon. An Easter egg hunt will be held for children 5 and under who bring their own baskets, and photos with Jumper the Easter Bunny are $3 unless taken yourself. For more information, call (831) 635-0574 or go online at www.momsnkids.org.
Bible Conference: The Second Annual Grace Bible Church Bible Conference will be held Friday, March 26 through Sunday, March 28. Professor and Pastor Alex Montoya will be the guest speaker. A special men’s breakfast will also be held Saturday at 8 a.m. Grace Bible Church is located at 634 Monterey St. in Hollister. For more information call 638-1394.
BOOK SALE: The Friends of the San Benito County Free Library will hold a book sale, rain or shine, Saturday, March 27 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the patio behind the Historical Society house next to the library at 470 Fifth and Monterey streets. Donated books are also appreciated. For more information, call 636-4107.
Astronomy Nights: Pacheco State Park offers Astronomy Nights on Saturday, March 27 and May 1. Local astronomers will be on hand to view stars, planets, nebula, the moon and more. Viewing will begin shortly before sunset and last until 10 p.m. There is a $4 state park day use fee per car. For more information, call Morgan at (209) 826-1196, ext. 534.
Mission Gallery: Aquatint etchings by Stephen McMillan will be featured at Mission Gallery in San Juan Bautista from March 27 through April 5. They are original prints pulled from copper plates that have been drawn freehand and etched with acid. On Sunday, March 28 from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. there will be an artist’s reception and etching demonstration. Mission Gallery hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday-Saturday; closed Tuesdays and open Sundays from noon to 6 p.m. For more information call (831) 623-2960 or contact Piper Jaramillo at
mi************@mi********.com
.
Kindergarten Registration: Southside School Registration dates are March 29 through April 2, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proof of birth and immunization are required, and the student must be 5 years of age on or before Dec. 1, 2004.
CHADD: Join CHADD, Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder, at Cerra Vista School for a short video presentation on Tuesday, March 30 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room. A question and answer period will follow the video. For more information, call Cerra Vista School at (831) 636-4470, (831) 637-7025, or (831) 637-0930. Childcare will be provided.
Bay Meadows Bus Trip: A bus trip to Bay Meadows will be held April 14 at $60 per person. The fee includes bus transportation to Bay Meadows, tip for driver, admission, program and buffet, including snacks. The bus departs at 9:30 a.m. from Gold’s Gym parking lot and returns at 6:30 p.m. Reservation and money must be turned in by March 31 to the SBCAOR Office.
San Benito County Historical Society: The San Benito County Historical Society will be holding its monthly general meeting on March 31 at 7 p.m. at the Dunne Park Club House, at West and 6th streets in Hollister. A reading will be offered pertaining to the history of Jesse Ross and Warren Bowden, two early pioneers in San Benito County. Refreshments will be served and the event is free to the public.
Action Pajaro Valley: An advisory board meeting for Action Pajaro Valley is being held Thursday, April 1 at the Kalich Building, located at 449 Union St. from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
yard sale: Veterans from the American Legion Post 69 will have a yard sale April 2 and 3 at the Old Fremont School from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. It is open to the public. For more information, call Commander Robert Gonzales at 636-6911 or e-mail
a1**@sb*********.org
.
SYMPHONY: The South Valley Symphony will have their next concert Saturday, April 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church at 8455 Wren Ave. in Gilroy. The concert has been designated as a “Celebration of Soloists,” and the orchestra will be under the direction of Henry Mollicone. Tickets are on sale at Dorothy McNett’s Place and The Mission Gallery in San Juan Bautista, and are also available at the church one hour prior to the performance. Prices at $12 for adults, $10 for seniors 55 and over and $7 for students ages 12-18. For more information, call 842-3934.
Senior Legislature: If you are 60 or older, you are eligible to run for the California Senior Legislature. The Seniors Council will be conducting an election for a Senior Senator and Senior Assemblymember to represent Santa Cruz and San Benito counties. For more information or to obtain a candidate’s packet, call the Seniors Council at 831-688-0400. The deadline for receipt of completed petitions is noon Thursday, April 1.
Beg and borrow: The Monterey Peninsula Kiwanis Club is sponsoring a “beg, borrow and deal” event to raise money for local schools and the Children’s Miracle Network. The fund-raiser is for high-school students in teams of three. The last weekend in April, teams will complete tasks on a list, similar to a scavenger hunt.
Applications are due April 1 and can be picked up by e-mailing or calling Kaj Helding at
be*************@sb*******.net
or calling 801-1083.
