April
Friday 4/1
HOLLISTER
‘Charlotte’s Web’ opens
San Benito Stage Company presents
”
Charlotte’s Web,
”
a children’s musical April 1-16, Friday and Saturdays at 7 p.m.,
with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. on April 3 and 10. Tickets are $12
for child/student/senior or $15 for adults. Group value packs are
available for $40 for four tickets, by advance purchase only.
Tickets are available at Postal Graphics and Pinnacle Floor
Coverings. For more information, call 636-0122 or visit
www.sanbenitostage.org.
April
Friday 4/1
HOLLISTER
‘Charlotte’s Web’ opens
San Benito Stage Company presents “Charlotte’s Web,” a children’s musical April 1-16, Friday and Saturdays at 7 p.m., with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. on April 3 and 10. Tickets are $12 for child/student/senior or $15 for adults. Group value packs are available for $40 for four tickets, by advance purchase only. Tickets are available at Postal Graphics and Pinnacle Floor Coverings. For more information, call 636-0122 or visit www.sanbenitostage.org.
SAN JUAN
El Teatro presents one-acts
El Teatro Campesino will present two one-act comedies, “Simply Maria, or the American Dream” and “Food for the Dead,” by Josefina Lopez (author of “Real Women Have Curves.”) The show runs through April 3, with performances at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, at 2 p.m. on Sundays, at 705 Fourth St., in San Juan Bautista. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 on the day of the show for general admission. Students are $10. Opening weekend and bargain Thursday evening shows are $8. For more information, visit www.elteatrocampesino.com or call 623-2444.
MONTEREY
‘A Clockwork Orange’
The Paper Wing Theatre Presents “A Clockwork Orange,” directed by Lj Brewer, through April 16, Fridays and Saturdays, at 8 p.m., at 320 Hoffman Avenue. Tickets are $20 for general admission. For more information, visit www.PaperWingTheatreCo.com, at the door or by calling 905-5684. The show follows protagonist Alez in a futuristic society.
Multiple shows open at Monterey Museum
he Monterey Museum of Art has several shows on display, including “The Art of California, 1880 to present,” “Adams & Weston and the masters of California Photography, “California Artists and Portraiture,” and more. The museum has locations at 559 Pacific St. and 720 Via Mirada. It is open Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $2.50 for students and military and children under 12 are free. For more information, call 372-5477.
Saturday 4/2
HOLLISTER
Sacred Heart three-in-one fundraiser
Sacred Heart Parish School will host a rummage sale, bake sale and car wash to support its eighth grade class April 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Sunnyslope Medical Building parking lot.
Community Hero dinner
The Hollister Youth Alliance will host the 2011 Community Hero dinner April 1, at San Juan Oaks Golf Club. The reception will begin at 6 p.m., with a musical performance by SOMOS. All money raised supports the Youth Alliance’s free after-school programs, youth counseling and outreach, visual and performing arts programs, and more. For more information or for tickets, call 636-2853 or visit www.hollisteryouthalliance.org.
Merit Badge University
ollister Troop 436 will coordinate a Merit Badge University for Boy Scouts from troops around the county April 2, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Sacred Heart Parish School. Some of the merit badges that will be available include cinematography, electricity, scholarship, fingerprinting, computers, fire safety, graphic design, coin collecting, American heritage, inventing, truck transportation, pulp and paper, art, sculpting and railroading. Registration is $10 per badge and the badges can be completed in one day. Pre-registration is required. For more information or for an entry from, call Kristy Burchard at 636-6810.
Art Exposed in downtown Hollister
The Charming Chairs and Quilt Exhibit will be combined with the San Benito Open Studios Tour Preview show as Art Exposed at the Blak Sage Gallery, 727 San Benito St. An artist’ reception is scheduled for April 2, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., with music, wine and appetizers served. The exhibit will remain at the gallery through April 16. The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Chairs will be moved from the gallery to downtown businesses April 5 through the 15. Residents can bid on their favorite chair, with final bidding taking place at the Blak Sage Gallery April 16, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. All proceeds go to the Downtown Endowment Fund. For more information, visit www.downtownhollister.org.
Nostalgia Vintage Auto Museum open
The 9,000-square-foot Nostalgia Auto Museum, 9970 Cienega Road, is open the first Saturday of every month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Though the museum has a focus on Graham-Paiges, it also houses many other historic vehicles including some featured on wine labels from DeRose Winery. Admission is $5 per person, a nominal fee to preserve and maintain the collection.
8th annual Wildflower Day
Pacheco State Park will celebrate the 8th Annual Wildflower Day April 2, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event will include a birding walk at 9 a.m. and two short wildflower hikes at 10 a.m. and noon, as well as arts and crafts for children. Visitors can also take self-guided tours. Lunch will be available for purchase by Los Banos’ Hot Dog Heaven, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There is an entrance fee of $5 per vehicle. Long pants and jackets are suggested. For more information, call 209-826-1197, e-mail bw***@pa***.gov with “Wildflower Day” as the subject line, or visit www.parks.ca.gov/events.
SAN JUAN
Flower sale
The San Juan Bautista Service Club is hosting its annual flower sale April 2 and 3, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the San Juan Gardens, located behind the post office. There will be many varieties of flowers available. Proceeds support local community activities.
Friday 4/8
HOLLISTER
Pet Friends Spring luncheon
Pet Friends will host its spring luncheon April 8, from noon to 3 p.m., at the Mariposa House in San Juan Bautista. A $25 donation includes chicken pasta alfredo, salad and dessert, tea, coffee or lemonade. There will be materials available to make Easter cards. Wine, beer and soft drinks available for purchase. For more information or for tickets, call Christine Russell at 234-7600.
MOMS club meets
The MOMS club of Hollister will hold a general meeting at Mars Hill Coffeshop, 610 San Benito St., April 8, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. All are welcome. The MOMS club of Hollister provides daytime activities for mothers and children. For more information, visit www.momsclub.org. hollistermoms.googlepages.com or e-mail ho***********@gm***.com.
Saturday 4/9
HOLLISTER
Saving the music with Zumba
Mr. O’s Save the Music Drive is hosting a Zumba party with the Z-Squad at Marguerite Maze Middle School Gym, 900 Meridian St., in Hollister, April 9, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $20 presale, $25 at door. Ages 15 and up. Tickets can be purchased online at www.savehollistermusic.org. For more information, e-mail in**@sa****************.org or call 297-2991. Proceeds will be donated to Mr. O’s Save the Music Drive.
Cerra Vista rummage sale
Cerra Vista School’s Parent-Teacher Organization is hosting a rummage sale April 9, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 2151 Cerra Vista Drive. For more information, call Joe Martinez at 673-0075 or e-mail Jo*@ce********.com. Vendors can rent a space for $10.
Hollister Japanese Temple Garden hosts event
The Hollister Japanese Temple Garden will host “The Power of Love, the Power of Flowers,” April 9, at 2 p.m., at 920 Riverside Road, in Hollister. The meeting will be hosted by Emiko, and will be a potluck feast under the cherry blossoms. Guests are invited to bring a written message that they have signed to send with donations to survivors of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Donations will provide fresh food from Wakayama, Japan. For more information, call 637-6361.
E-waste collection
The Hollister Dual Language Academy will host a community e-waste and recycling Day, April 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Items accepted include computers, monitors, TVS, DVRs, VCRs, cell phones, stereos, printers, copiers and more. They will also accept CRV cans, plastic and glass bottles. Those who donate will receive a free cloth shopping bag. Proceeds from the event will help fund a field trip to Sacramento for the fourth grade students.
Sunday 4/10
HOLLISTER
Taize Evensong Service
St. Luke’s Church is hosting a Taize Evensong service, April 10, at 7 p.m., at 720 Monterey St., in Hollister. It is a service of sung prayer. For more information, call Danyell Ortez at 637-7570.
Thursday 4/14
HOLLISTER
Humanitarian evening of service
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is hosting a humanitarian evening of service April 14, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at the Hollister building, 1670 Cienega Road, in Hollister. Bring a friend, a sewing machine and a pair of scissors. Refreshments and babysitting will be provided. Items from the last humanitarian effort have already been sent to Japan and 119 other disasters since 2010. For more information, call 902-0005.
Saturday 4/16
HOLLISTER
Open Studios
The San Benito Arts Council will hold its annual Open Studios Tour, April 16 and 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year’s tour highlights the work of 24 artists in Hollister, San Juan and Aromas, including photographers, painters, sculptors, printmakers, jewelry makers, quilters and stained glass makers. It will also feature a rural winery that designs unique, hand-painted labels for their boutique wines. A copy can be downloaded at www.sanbenitoarts.org. For more information, call Jennifer at 636-2787 or e-mail in**@sa***********.org.
Earthquake Tour
You’ve heard that Hollister is the Earthquake Capitol of the world, but have you ever seen the active fault that brought us this fame? Come join geologists from chamber member Pacific Geotechnical Engineering for a walk through downtown Hollister to get up close a personal with our own world famous Calavares Fault. See exactly where the fault runs and the damage that active fault movement is causing; learn what this means for future earthquake probabilities and how it affects your property value. Learn about pertinent laws and building codes and what you can do to protect yourself and your property investment. Learn about 1906 and why Hollister might not be so devastated in the next “Big One.” It will be at the chamber office, at 650 San Benito St., #130, at 9 a.m. April 16. Wear comfortable walking shoes for the hour stroll. For more information, call 637-5315.
Annual spring cleanup
The Hollister Downtown Association is hosting the annual spring cleanup April 16, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., in downtown Hollister. Volunteers will meet on the grass at Fourth and San Benito Streets. Please bring brooms, dustpans, clippers, garden gloves, rakes and shovels to help get downtown clean. Groups that may want to participate include Boy and Girl Scouts, 4-H clubs, church groups, high school students, service clubs and others. For more information or to participate, call 636-8406.
TRES PINOS
Crab crack and dance
The Hollister Exchange Club is hosting a crab crack and dance April 16, at Bolado Park. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with dinner at 7 p.m., and dancing from 9 p.m. to midnight, with music by the Dadz. Tickets are $40, and are available from any club member or at Richard Shelton Insurance, 719 San Benito St., Ste. B. There will be a raffle and silent auction. Proceeds benefit youth activities in San Benito County.
AROMAS
Community barbecue
The Aromas Community Grange is hosting a community barbecue and potluck April 16, at 6 p.m. The grange will provide the tri-tip, chicken, bocca burgers, drinks, plates and utensils. The rest of the meal is potluck style. There is a suggested donation of $5 for non-members.
MORGAN HILL
Fleurs plant sale
The South Valley Fleurs Garden Club will host a plant sale April 16, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Booksmart parking lot, at East Second and Depot streets, in Morgan Hill. The sale will include sought after heirloom tomato plants and perennials. The garden club includes members from Hollister, San Juan Bautista, Morgan Hill, San Martin and Gilroy, with about 65 members. The nonprofit group supports gardens for schools and maintains the Fire Safe Garden at the Union Road fire station.
Sunday 4/17
HOLLISTER
18th Annual Bike Blessing
The Top Hatters will hold its 18th Annual Bike Blessing April 17, at Whiskey Creek Saloon, 201 Fifth St., in Hollister, with a check in from 11 a.m. to noon. The bike blessing is free, but admission to the party afterwards is $20. The event includes vendors, music, food, door prizes, a 50/50 raffle. For more information, call 630-0284 or e-mail ho**********@ya***.com.
Pancake breakfast
The 4-H clubs of San Benito County will hold an annual pancake breakfast, April 17, from 7 a.m. to noon, at the Hollister’s Elks’ Lodge, located at the airport. The breakfast includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, juice, potatoes, strawberries, coffee and milk. Tickets are $5 each. The proceeds for the event support 4-H programs for the year, which include many community service activities. Tickets are available from 4-H members, Mansmith BBQ and Design Ling Granger Printing. For more information, call 637-5346.
Monday 4/18
HOLLISTER
‘Hop Into Spring’ story time
Julie Engelhardt presents “Hop Into Spring” story time at Mars Hill, April 18, from 11 a.m. to noon. Listen to spring time and Easter stories, play games and do the bunny hop. The event is free. For more information, call 635-9674.
Tuesday 4/19
TRES PINOS
Heritage Night
SBC Cattlewomen’s Association Heritage Night will be April 19, at 6 p.m. at the historic 19th Hole. Everyone is welcome to come share and experience stories with friends and neighbors from SBC’s early ranching years. Tickets are $30 and include a rib eye steak dinner, program and door prize entry. Seating is limited so reserve now. Please send reservation checks to: 2255 Union Road c/o Diane Rodrigues. For more information, please call Janet French at 637-0328.
AROMAS
Aromas Live!
Aromas Live!, a concert of local talent, is April 23, at 7 p.m., at the Aromas Grange. Spots are available for those who would like to perform. Baked goods are also needed as well as help with the set up and clean up of the event. For more information, call Maureen at 726-1757 or e-mail TC**********@sb*******.net.
Saturday 4/23
HOLLISTER
Easter egg hunt
The Veterans of Foreign Wars and Ladies Auxilary will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt April 23, at 1 p.m., at the Veterans Memorial Park. There will be three hunting areas for children ages 2 to 10, broken up by ages 2-4, 5-7 and 8-10. There will also be some special eggs in the hunting areas. Parents are not allowed in the hunt area. The hunt will start right at 1 p.m., so residents are encouraged to arrive early. For children who do not find any eggs, there will be some eggs available at the command post. There will a designated parking area.
Friday 4/29
HOLLISTER
Celebration for the Arts! Salsa Party
Come join the San Benito County Arts Council for its third annual “Celebration for the Arts!” fundraiser April 29, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., at San Juan Oaks Golf Club. Presented by the Arts Council, in partnership with San Juan Oaks, the event will feature salsa legend Julio Bravo Y Su Orquesta Salsabor, an exciting preshow with El Teatro Campesino and ZunZun, a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres and wine tasting. Proceeds benefit the Artists in the Schools program. Bravo’s band of 11 dynamic musicians will perform Latino jazz, salsa, meringue and more. Tickets are $50 a person and available online at www.EventBrite.com or through the Art’s Council website at www.sanbenitoarts.org. For more information, call Jennifer Laine at 636-2787.
Saturday 4/30
MORGAN HILL
Spring Tea
The Morgan Hill Historical Society will present its Spring Tea April 30, at the Morgan Hill House, Villa Mira Monte. Tickets are $30 and seating is limited. There will be two seatings, at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. For more information and reservations, call Kathy Sullivan at 408-230-7876. Proceeds go to the Morgan Hill Historical Society.
May
Saturday 5/7
MACE scholarship banquet
The Mexican American Committee on Education of San Benito County presents the 41st annual scholarship banquet May 7, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., at San Juan Oaks Country Club. The event features dinner, entertainment, an awards programs and dancing. The guest speaker is David Hayes-Bautista, a professor of medicine and director of the Center for the Study of Latino Health and Culture at the University of California, Los Angeles. Entertainment will be provided by Trio Boricano, Sonido Con Sabor and DJ Sergio Flores. Tickets are $50 per person and are only available through presale. For more information or for tickets, call Mickie Luna at 673-2009 or George Munoz at 623-4429.
Saturday 5/15
TRES PINOS
Tres Pinos flea market
Tres Pinos Elementary School will hosts its second annual flea market, May 15, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the field at the school. There will be used items as well as vendors selling items such as jewelry, candles and more. Money raised will go to the Tres Pinos School General Fund. For more information, call Jeannie Cezar, the vice president of the PTO at 804-0746.
Sunday 5/21
HOLLISTER
Dog Days of Hollister
The Hollister Dog Owners Group will host the Dog Days of Hollister, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Dunne Park, in Hollister. Dog Days is a celebration of the dog. They promote responsible dog ownership by highlighting some of the fun ways people can build strong, mutually appreciative relationships with their dogs. For more information, visit thehollisterdog.webs.com or visit the Hollister Dog Owners Group Facebook page.
