October
Friday 10/8
HOLLISTER
YMCA hosts Harlem Starz
The YMCA of San Benito County will host the Harlem Starz
basketball team for a game against one of the Hollister city
recreation department’s adult basketball league teams Oct. 8, at
6:30 p.m. at Marguerite Maze Middle School. Tickets are $8 and can
be bought at the door or at the YMCA office, 351 Tres Pinos Road,
Ste. 201-A. Exact change required. The Harlem Starz is made up of
players featured on ESPN City Slam, ESPN Street Ball and former
Harlem Globetrotters.
October
Friday 10/8
HOLLISTER
YMCA hosts Harlem Starz
The YMCA of San Benito County will host the Harlem Starz basketball team for a game against one of the Hollister city recreation department’s adult basketball league teams Oct. 8, at 6:30 p.m. at Marguerite Maze Middle School. Tickets are $8 and can be bought at the door or at the YMCA office, 351 Tres Pinos Road, Ste. 201-A. Exact change required. The Harlem Starz is made up of players featured on ESPN City Slam, ESPN Street Ball and former Harlem Globetrotters.
Open mic night
The San Benito County Free Library will host an open mic night Oct. 8, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at 470 Fifth St. Everyone is welcome to perform poetry, music or song, any age, any style or any language. Bring something to share or just come to listen. The event is free. For more information, call 634-0263 or e-mail po******@ya***.com.
Robrock retrospective opens
The Blak Sage Gallery will host ‘John Robrock Through the Ages: a retrospective look and examination of life influences” Oct. 1-28, 727 San Benito St., in Hollister. Robrock, who has an MFA, teaches drawing and painting at San Benito High School. The exhibit will feature 50 framed works of art arranged chronologically, reflecting life phases, including some nude life drawings. Other common themes in the work include cowboys, portraits, Native Americans and landscapes. An opening reception will be held Oct. 9, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Robrock will also offer demonstrations of portrait drawing techniques, Oct. 16 and 23, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 636-9100.
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
‘Corridos! Tales of the Mexican Revolution’
El Teatro Campesino presents a special engagement of “Corridos! Tales of the Mexican Revolution” through Oct. 17, at the El Teatro Campesino Playhouse, 705 Fourth St., in San Juan Bautista. The show is based on the musical play by Luis Valdez, with new story adaptations by director Kinan Valdez. The Performances are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets prices are $10-15. For more information, call 537-7575, 623-2444 or visit www.elteatrocampesino.com.
MONTEREY
‘Repo! The Genetic Rock Opera’
The Paper Wing Theatre presents “Repo! The Genetic Rock Opera” through Oct. 31, with Friday and Saturday shows at 8 p.m., at 320 Hoffman Avenue, at Lighthouse Avenue in New Monterey. Two special performances will be held Oct. 31 at 8 p.m. and midnight. The musical is a rock opera set in 2056 during a terrifying epidemic of organ failures. For more information, call 905-5684 or e-mail Th************@ya***.com.
Roy Eaton gives piano recitals
Roy Eaton, of New York City, will give two piano recitals on the Monterey Peninsula. The first will be Oct. 8, at 8 p.m., at the Center for Spiritual Living, 400 West Franklin St., in Monterey. The second will be Oct. 10, at 3 p.m., at the Carmel Valley Community Chapel, at Paso Hondo and Village Drive. Both concerts have a suggested donation of $20 per person. Eaton, 80, will play “The Meditative Chopin” and “The Joyful Joplin.” Both concerts will serve refreshments and Eaton’s CDs will be available for purchase.
Saturday 10/9
HOLLISTER
Northern California Renaissance Faire
The Northern California Renaissance Faire will be held at Casa de Fruta, off Hwy. 152, weekends through Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. There will be a different theme each weekend including Bacchanal Masquerade, Celtic Weekend and Oktoberfest. There are a variety of stages and arenas that will provide entertainment such as Punch and Judy Shows, jousting, sword fighting and more. Vendors will sell a variety of foods and merchandise. There will be a Celtic rock concert at 6 p.m. on Saturdays, free with the cost of faire admission. This week’s performance will be by the Young Dubliners, Molly’s Revenge and Wicked Tinkers. Admission is $25 per person, children 12 and under are free, $35 for a weekend pass or $150 for a “fairever” pass. For more information, call 408-847-FAIR (408-847-3247) or visit www.norcalrenfaire.org.
Pet Friends yard sale
Pet Friends will host a yard sale Oct. 9, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 2975 Buena Vista Road. It will include a unique collection of new and gently used items. All proceeds benefit local homeless dogs and cats. The group is accepting donations of items for dale at the event. For more information, call 637-1191.
Kids Fly Free
The EAA Young Eagles Rally at the Hollister Municipal Airport is inviting young residents to the Kids Fly Free, the 10th annual event. The program is an introduction to aviation for students 8 to 17, and includes an airplane or glider ride. The program beings at Hugh’s Vintage Airplane Museum between 9 a.m. and noon, and is free of charge. For more information, call Ed Owens at 637-0559, e-mail ow***@ra*******.com or visit www.eaahollister.org.
Dog dock jumping competition
Splash Dogs hosts ‘Time to get DogGone Dirty” dock jumping competition Oct. 9-10, at 765 Jarvis Lane, off Rosa Morada. Dock jumping is a competitive sport in which dogs jump for distance or height from a dock into a body of water. Each team gets two jumps in each wave. The categories include junior handler, for handlers 6-15, lap dogs for those under 16″ tall, open and pro. Finals are held on the last day of the event. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the first wave begins at 11 a.m. For more information, visit www.splashdogs.com or www.doggonedirtydockdiving.com. Entrance fee is $20 for participating handlers and dogs. Spectators can watch for free.
AROMAS
Bill Staines performs in Aromas
Folk music icon Bill Staines will perform at the Aromas Community Grange, Oct. 9, at 7 p.m., at the corner of Rose Avenue and Bardue Street, in Aromas. Staines has 26 recordings to his credit and has written more than 300 songs. Tickets are available on a suggested sliding scale donation of $12-15 for adults and $6-8 for children. Refreshments will be available for purchase. For tickets or more information, call Doug Clark at 726-2322.
MORGAN HILL
Coyote Creek Bird Walk
Jane Haley, a National Park Service docent and Wildlife Education Rehabilitation Center volunteer will lead a bird walk Oct. 9, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. along the Coyote Creek, north of Morgan Hill. Participants will have an opportunity to observe migratory birds as well as discover an appreciation of local birds, their habitat and ecological importance. Due to the terrain the walks are not recommended for young children. The programs are free, but space is limited and reservations are required. For more information or to register, call 408-779-9372 or e-mail ed*******@we*****.org.
Sunday 10/10
HOLLISTER
Fall fashion show and luncheon
The San Benito Cattlewomen will be hosting the Fifth Annual Fall Fashion Show and Luncheon at the San Juan Oaks Golf and Country Club, Oct. 10. The event includes lunch, raffle prizes and fashions by Ranchers Feed, She’s, Sweet Envy and Tres Pinos Ranch Supply. Tickets are available at Calvista Insurance Agency, 370 Fifth St., The San Benito Chamber of Commerce, 650 San Benito St., Ranchers Feed, 354 First St., She’s, 620 San Benito St., Sweet Envy, 108 Third St., in San Juan and Tres Pinos Ranch Supply, 7020 Hwy. 25, in Tres Pinos. For more information, call Jayme Stewart at 801-0394 or Linda Feist at 636-8037.
Tuesday 10/12
HOLLISTER
Book study begins
A book study at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church starts Oct. 12. The book will be “The Hidden Power of the Gospels,” by Alexander Shaia. The book explores how change, suffering, joy and service are elements of the four gospels and people’s spiritual journeys. The study will meet biweekly. To sign up, call St. Luke’s at 637-7570 or e-mail st****@ga****.com.
Thursday 10/14
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Community Health Fair
The San Benito Health Foundation will host a Community Fair in honor of Bi-National Health Week Oct. 14, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., at 301 The Alameda, Ste. K, in San Juan Bautista. The event will focus on increasing physical activity to prevent obesity and reduce the frequency of metabolic syndrome. They will also offer free medical screenings for hypertension and obesity. They will provide Flu, H1N1 and TDaP vaccines. For more information, call 637-6871.
Friday 10/15
HOLLISTER
Flor Y Canto 2010
‘Vinyl Verses’ Flor Y Canto 2010 “Vinyl Verses” is a fundraiser for “Classroom on the Bay” and community workshops for youth conducted by Indigenous Chaos. The event will be Oct. 15, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Oct. 16, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Centro Ollin, 405 Monterey St., Ste. G, in Hollister. The event will feature music, poetry, dancing and artwork. Country Joe McDonald, a founding member of Country Joe and the Fish, will perform as a special guest. Suggested donations will be accepted. For more information, call Graciela Nutter at 623-9404 or e-mail te********@pa*****.net.
Chili Cook-Off
The San Benito County Association of Realtors is hosting a chili cook-off Oct. 15, at the San Benito County Association or Realtors office parking lot, 330 Tres Pinos Road, Ste. C-6. Set up starts at 8:30 a.m., with judging from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Lunch is noon to 2 p.m. The entry fee per team before Oct. 8 is $25 and after is $35. A lunch of barbecue hotdogs, ships and a soft drink will be available for $5. Visitors can also sample the chili. To sign up call 636-4605.
or visit www.firstnightmonterey.org.
Monday 10/18
HOLLISTER
Compost class
A free compost class will be offered Oct. 18, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fall is here and its time to plan ahead to learn how to compost leaves, fruit, vegetables and yard trimmings into a rich soil amendment for a garden. Participants will receive a free compost bin. Space is limited so please sign up in advance at 636-4110. The event is sponsored by the San Benito County Integrated Waste Management Regional Agency.
Tuesday 10/19
HOLLISTER
Moms Club hosts a park day
The Moms Club of Hollister will host a park day at Dunne Park, Oct. 19, from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Moms and children are invited to join in the fun.
Wednesday 10/20
HOLLISTER
Library Friends celebrate 30 years
The Friends of the San Benito County Free Library invite the community to join them Oct. 20, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., as they celebrate their 30th anniversary during National Friends of the Libraries Week. Enjoy tours of the library and bookmobile, music by David Huboi and Vince Zuniga of Luke’s Groove, refreshments, presentations and learn about the Friends of the Library. Presentations will begin at 6:30 p.m., when two students will be awarded for the winning essays in a contest whose theme is “The Library is my best ‘Friend’ because…” For more information, call Ruth Erickson at 637-0987.
Friday 10/22
TRES PINOS
Golf Fun Night
The San Benito Police Activities League is hosting a golf fun night at Bolado Park Golf Course, 7777 Airline Hwy., in Tres Pinos, Oct. 22. The event includes a 9-hole four-person scramble, a shotgun start, 50/50 putting competition and 50/50 chipping competition. The $40 entrance includes green fees, cart, burger dinner and two glow-in-the-dark golf balls. Dinner and bragging starts at 6 p.m., the chipping and putting competition is at 6:20 p.m. and the tee off is at 7:30 p.m. Send checks to payable to San Benito County PAL to: Golf Fun Night, PO Box 419, Hollister, CA 95023, or deliver to the Sheriff’s Department reception, ATTN: Pat Turturici.
HOLLISTER
‘How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying’
San Benito Stage Company presents “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.” The musical is set in the ’60s and is about trying to climb the corporate ladder. It features local teens 13-19. The show runs Oct. 22-Nov. 6, with performances on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, at the Granada Theater, 336 Fifth St. Tickets are available in advance at Postal Graphics, Running Rooster and from cast members. For more information, call 636-0122 or visit www.sanbenitostage.org.
Saturday 10/30
HOLLISTER
Halloween storytime
There will be a Happy Halloween storytime at Mars Hill Coffeehouse, Oct. 30, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., at 610 San Benito St. Kids are invited to dress up as their favorite pirate, princess, cowboy or any other non-scary costumes to listen to some “faboolous” stories. The story time will also feature songs, games and crafts. The story time is free and discounts will be offered on food and drinks during the event. For more information, call Julie Englehardt at 635-9674.
Night Time Pack Poker Run
The Top Hatters of Hollister is hosting the 14th annual Halloween Night Time Pack Poker Run Oct, 30, at Whiskey Creek Saloon, 201 Fifth St. Sign in is from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The fee is a $15 donation. The high hand will get a $200 or $500 gift certificate, with the leftover prize going to the low hand. A costume contest will be held with best of show, best couple and scariest costume award. The event will feature lice music, a mystery prize, a 50/50 and door prizes. For more information, e-mail ho**********@ya***.com.
Can and bottle drive
The Hollister Free Wheelers are hosting a fundraiser drive. The will collect aluminum cans, plastic bottles and glass bottles, at Marguerite Maze, 900 Meridian Ave., Oct. 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pick ups can be arranged by calling 636-3271. The proceeds benefit S.H.A.R.P., a nonprofit formed in 1998 to support programs such as the Hollister Free Wheelers, a power wheelchair soccer team.
November
Saturday 11/6
HOLLISTER
Rancho/Maze Band craft boutique
The Rancho/Maze band will host a craft boutique at the Rancho San Justo Middle School gym, Nov. 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors will include direct sale and craft items. There will also be raffle prizes. All proceeds benefit the band.
Sunday 11/14
HOLLISTER
Pacific Brass Concert
The YMCA of San Benito County will host a 10th annual benefit concert by Pacific Brass, a British-style brass band Nov. 14, at 2 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church, 2066 San Benito St., in Hollister. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for seniors and students. Children 12 and under are free with a paid adult. Proceeds benefit the YMCA of San Benito County’s Youth and Family Programs. Tickets are available at Ace Hardware, YMCA of San Benito County and Watsonville Family YMCA, and Aromas Water District. For more information , call 637-8600 or visit www.centralcoastymca.org.
