April
Friday 4/23
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Learn about the early Hispanic settlers
Los Californianos, a group for descendants whose ancestors were
in California by 1848, will be meeting in San Juan Bautista from
April 23-25 to host their quarterly meeting. Activities include Dr.
Ruben Mendoza’s latest discoveries at the Mission, and of the State
Park by Joe McMahon, a short hike on the De Anza trail with a
walk-through of the Casa de Anza. There will also be a Saturday
breakfast and a Sunday brunch, and an extensive Los Californianos
traveling genealogy library will be available on Friday and
Saturday. Events are open to the public and suitable for all family
members. Advanced registration and fees are required. For more
information, contact Sheila Prader at 726-1952 or Joe Barnes at
661-373-0174.
April
Friday 4/23
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Learn about the early Hispanic settlers
Los Californianos, a group for descendants whose ancestors were in California by 1848, will be meeting in San Juan Bautista from April 23-25 to host their quarterly meeting. Activities include Dr. Ruben Mendoza’s latest discoveries at the Mission, and of the State Park by Joe McMahon, a short hike on the De Anza trail with a walk-through of the Casa de Anza. There will also be a Saturday breakfast and a Sunday brunch, and an extensive Los Californianos traveling genealogy library will be available on Friday and Saturday. Events are open to the public and suitable for all family members. Advanced registration and fees are required. For more information, contact Sheila Prader at 726-1952 or Joe Barnes at 661-373-0174.
‘La Esquinita, U.S.A.’
El Teatro Campesino presents “La Esquinita, U.S.A.,” at 705 Fourth St on April 16 at 8 p.m. The show runs from April 16 through May 2, with an 8 p.m. show on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and a 2 p.m. matinee on Sundays. Tickets are $5-12. For more information or for tickets, call 623-2444 or visit www.elteatrocampesino.com.
HOLLISTER
Quote Your Pulse Records
Mars Hill is hosting an event with Quote Your Pulse Records out of Los Banos. The bands performing include: The King’s Kids, Cathryn Talbert, Colton Saylor, Asiago and Every Atlas. Every Atlas is releasing four new EPs that will be on their new album this summer. For more information about Quote Your Pulse Records visit www.myspace.com.quoteyourpulserecords or for more information on upcoming Mars Hill events visit http://www.marshillcoffeehouse.com.
‘Willy Wonka’
The San Benito Stage Company performance of “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factor” runs April 16 through May 1 at the Granada Theater, in Hollister. Shows are April 16,17, 23,24, 30 and May 1 at 7 p.m. and April 18 and 25 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 for children and $12 for seniors. Every show will have a golden ticket hidden in the candy sold at intermission. Eight winners will receive a tour of Marich Confectionery at a later date and one lucky winner will receive a year’s supply of candy. Advance tickets are available at Postal Graphics at 636-3787 or from cast members.
Saturday 4/24
HOLLISTER
Annual spring clean-up
The Hollister Downtown Association is looking for volunteers for its annual spring clean-up April 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4-H clubs, church groups and others looking for community service opportunities are invited to participate. The group will meet in Downtown Hollister on the grass lot by the Vault building. For more information, call 636-8406.
Spring wine celebration and barbecue
The Wineries of Santa Clara Valley will host their Spring Wine Celebration and Barbecue April 24, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Casa de Fruta Country Park. Tickets are $50 per person. Food will be served from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and includes New York steak, pasta con pesto, garlic bread, salad, dessert and coffee. The event will entail a wine tasting and special tastings of new releases as well as live music. Tickets are available at participating wineries, by calling 1-800-548-3813 or visiting www.SantaClaraWines.com.
Open Artists Studios Tour
The San Benito County Open Artists Studios Tour is April 24 and 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local artists in Hollister, Aromas and San Juan Bautista will open up their studios to the public. They will display art pieces for sale and demonstrate their craft. The event will include painting, photography, sculpture, jewelry and glasswork. Admission is free. To download a map of participating studios, visit www.sanbenitoarts.org.
Rummage sale
The Cerra Vista School PTO is hosting its annual rummage sale April 24, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 2151 Cerra Vista School, in the parking lot. Vendors can reserve a 10×10 space for a $20 donation. For reservations or information, call Monica Sims at 524-5503 Joe Martinez at 673-0075 or [email protected].
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Cactus and succulent show
The Monterey Bay Area Cactus and Succulent Society will be hosting a cactus and succulent show April 24-25, in the courtyard of Jardines Restaurant, 115 Third St., in San Juan Bautista, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The show is a chance to see a variety of plants. Members of the society will be on hand to answer questions on growing drought-resistant plants. Call 758-6645 for more information. Admission is free.
LOS BANOS
‘Path of the Padres’
The “Path of the Padres” hikes will be held on some Fridays and most Saturdays and Sundays starting on Feb. 27 and will continue through April 18. The hikes are open to the public, ages 6 years and older by advance reservation only. School group hikes may be arranged during the week. School group reservations and general public reservations are now open. At least 10 people must be involved in the hike to be able to conduct a tour. The hike begins at the Los Banos Creek Reservoir boat launch ramp at 8 a.m. and returns to the ramp at about 3:30 p.m. To make a reservation, call (209)-826-1197 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. There will be a reservation fee of $12 per person 12 years old, and $7 per child age 6-12. A family of 5 may reserve space for 2 adults and 3 children for $30. On the day of the hike visitors must pay the State Park day use parking fee of $10 per car upon entry. For more information, call 209-826-1197.
SAN JOSE
‘La rondine’
Opera San Jose will be showing “La rondine (The Swallow)” April 24 through May 9, at the California Theatre, 345 South First St., in downtown San Jose. The opera by Giacomo Puccini follows the beautiful mistress of a wealthy Parisian banker when she tries to recapture magic by running off with a young man who reminds her of a handsome stranger she met long ago. Performances are April 24, 29, May 1, 4 and 7 at 8 p.m. and April 25, May 2 and 9 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $51-91, including a city facility usage fee. Students 25 and under, with a student ID can purchase tickets for $11 and seniors 65 and older receive a 10 percent discount. For more information, call 408-437-4450 or visit www.operasj.org.
Sunday 4/25
HOLLISTER
Pancake breakfast
San Benito County 4-H clubs will be hosting a pancake breakfast at the Elks Lodge. The breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice and coffee. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door.
Sign-ups for football and cheer
The San Benito Cardinals will be hosting signs up for the Nor-Cal Youth Football Conference and Cheer teams April 25 and May 29, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Straw Hat Pizza in Hollister and Pizza Factory in San Juan Bautista. A late sign up is available June 26 (a $25 fee will be charged for June signups). The cost is $225 for football and $175 for cheer. For more information, call 664-6481 or visit www.sbcards.org.
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Fremont Peak Day
For the 104th year, the anniversary of the first raising of the American flag on California soil by John C. Fremont will be celebrated at Fremont Peak. From 11 a.m. to mid-afternoon, Veterans of Foreign Wars District 12 and the Native Daughters of the Golden West will host the celebration, which will feature a barbecue and flag-raising at the top of the peak at noon by Girl Scouts and a park ranger. The VFW will perform a ceremony, offer speeches and then invite children to participate in old-fashioned games such as a water-balloon toss, spoon and egg relays and coin scrambles. Prizes will be awarded and the event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 623-2664 or 623-2001.
WATSONVILLE
Spring Festival
The annual Spring Festival that has been a tradition for 50 years in Pajaro Valley is being held at Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church, at 2401 East Lake Ave. There will be music, food, a drawing and games. The food at the event consists of a barbecued chicken feast with ravioli, salad, rolls, a beverage and dessert. The event is free, and the public is invited to attend anytime from noon to 5 p.m. Dinner is $15 each and are available for takeout. Proceeds will go to the St. Francis Association, which is a parents’ organization supporting the mission of St. Francis Central Coast Catholic High School. For more information, call 724-2933.
Wednesday 4/28
HOLLISTER
Free movie night
The Hollister People for Peace are sponsoring a free screening of “The People Speak,” a movie based on Howard Zinn’s best-selling books “The People’s History of the United States,” April 28, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the San Benito County Free Library, in the Barbara Memorial Room. Refreshments will be served. The movie features excerpts from the book read by Matt Damon, Josh Brolin, Benjamin Bratt and more. For more information, call 637-6445.
Thursday 4/29
HOLLISTER
Car seat checkup
San Benito County Child Injury Prevention, First 5 San Benito and the CHP will host a car seat checkup April 29, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., in the K-Mart parking lot, 491 Tres Pinos Road, in Hollister. Staff will help families learn how to safely install booster seats, convertibles and infant seats. People are asked to bring the child in a safety seat, in the vehicle that will be used most often. Low-cost car seats will be available for purchase with cash. Residents should bring proof of income in the form of a WIC card, Medi-cal card or pay stubs. The wait can be up to 45 minutes. For more information, call Ofelia Toledo-Prieto at 637-5367.
Friday 4/30
HOLLISTER
HeArt of CASA fundraiser
The Court Appointed Special Advocates of San Benito County will be hosting the third annual HeArt of CASA fundraiser in support of child advocacy. The event will be April 30, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., at the San Juan Oaks Golf Club. The event will feature a dinner, dancing and a silent auction. Music will be by Second Wind. The auction will included local art, wine and other items. Tickets are $65 a person. To purchase tickets or find out more about CASA, call Esther Curtice at 637-4992.
MONTEREY
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
The Paper Wing Theatre Company is showing Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland from April 30 to May 29. The show is a “dark, urban adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s classic story.” The theatre is located at 320 Hoffman Avenue at Lighthouse Ave., in Monterey. Tickets are $15 general admission. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 905-5684.
May
Saturday 5/1
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Derby Day Party
The Veterans of Foreign Wars San Juan Post No. 6359 is hosting a Derby Day Party on May 1, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 58 Monterey St., in San Juan Bautista. Cheer on your favorite horse while having the option to participate in the fanciest hat contest and win a prize. There will be a special prize for the fanciest hat. Mint Juleps, hors d’oeuvres and desserts will be provided by the Native Daughters of the Golden West. Please RSVP no later than April 28. The cost with reservations is $9.95 or $15 at the door without reservations. The event is a fundraiser to support veterans. For more information, call 623-4320 or 524-0288 for reservations.
Indian market and peace pow
The 26th annual Indian market and peace pow wow will be May 1 and 2, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., at the San Juan School parking lot on the Alameda. The event will included fine arts and crafts, dancers, drums and native food. Donations of $1 are requested to support Peace Vision, Inc. art projects. Some of the performances include an opening blessing by Canyon Sayers-Roods, Xipe Totec Aztec Dancers and Drum, California Indian Dancers, and Traditional Northern drum and singers. For more information, visit www.peacevision.nrt or call Laynee Reyna at 623-4771.
40th anniversary celebration
The Mexican American Committee on Education will host its 40th anniversary celebration and gala May 1, from 5 p.m. to midnight. The event will include music by Kool Katz Band, Mariachi and dinner. The event will be held at the San Juan Oaks Golf and Country Club. The price is $60 per person or $480 for a table of eight. For more information, call 637-2009, or visit www.TheMaceCommittee.org
Spring Show
The Hollister Art League is hosting its “Spring Show” art show, at the Blak Sage Gallery, 727 San Benito St., in Hollister, with an artists’ reception May 1, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Artwork will be on display through May 30 and includes oil and water color paintings, linocuts, mixed media and photography. Artwork will be available for purchase. For more information, call 636-9100 or 637-6062.
TRES PINOS
Gavilan Kennel Club dog show
The Gavilan Kennel Club will hold its annual two-day dog show and companion dog events (Obedience and Rally) May 1 and 2, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m, at Bolado Park. Admission is free and the public is welcome. There is a nominal parking fee. No un-entered dog is allowed on the grounds. San Benito County sheriff’s officers will be in attendance this year providing information and education to the public on the use of dogs in law enforcement. Saturday will include the confirmation show as well as obedience and rally events. Sunday will be the judging, including a Best In Show award.
GILROY
‘A Walk Through History’
The Friends of the Gilroy Hot Springs will be hosting “A Walk Through History,” May 1, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Gilroy Hot Springs, a part of Henry Coe State Park. Entrance fees are $5 for adults and teens. Kids under 12 are free with an adult. An optional tour is available. Parking is free, but limited so carpooling is suggested. Proceeds benefit efforts to preserve, protect and restore public access to the historical resort. To RSVP or for more information, call 408-314-7185 or 925-837-1024, or e-mail info@Friendsof GilroyHotSprings.org.
NEWMAN
Molly’s Revenge to perform
Molly’s Revenge will be performing at the West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St, May 1. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the show will begin at 8 p.m. Molly’s Revenge has performed at several folk festivals and performing arts events in the United States as well as events in Australia and China. Tickets ate $17 general admission and $20 reserved seating. For more information, visit the band’s Web Site at http://www.mollysrevenge.com.
Friday 5/7
HOLLISTER
Concert for the Arts
The San Benito County Arts Council presents the Concert for the Arts, featuring the White Album Ensemble, May 7, from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., at the San Juan Oaks Golf Club. Tickets are $50 a person, presale only, and can be purchased online at www.sanbenitoarts.org and at Postal Graphics. The event will include the band, wine tasting, hors D’oeuvres, an arts showcase and silent auction.
Saturday 5/8
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Geology Field Day
Pinnacles Partnership is hosting a geology field day at Windhaven Ranch, in San Juan Bautista, May 8, from 9 a.m. to midnight. The event will include docent-led walking tours of the San Andreas Fault, telescopic exploration of the solar system, booths, displays, art, music and more. The cost is $10 per adult and $5 for children under the age of 18. A barbecue tri tip dinner and “not just rock” jam session is a separate charge of $20 per person. To register or for more information, visit www.pinnaclespartnership.org. To volunteer, e-mail [email protected]. To reserve a vendor booth, call Lori Elder at 207-9270.
AROMAS
Country Garden Tour
The Aromas Country Garden Tour is May, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a showcase of work done by landscape designers and gardeners. There will be several gardens and relevant sights to be seen at the event. There will also be local artists displaying their work in the majority of the gardens. Booklets with information on the locations are available at the Aromas Grange for $10. There will also be lunches for sale provided by the Aromas 4-H and there will be two master gardeners available for questions. For more information, call Linda Bjornson at 726-1786.
CARMEL
Plant Sale and Farmers Market
The 9th annual plant sale featuring central coast locals and student-grown organics will benefit the MEarth: Hilton Bialek Habitat at the Carmel Middle school May 8 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 4380 Carmel Valley Road. There will also be live music and gardening advice from experts available. There will also be a Farmers Market with local produce and crafts. The event is free, but it is recommended to arrive early for the best selection. For more information, call Amanda Yantos at 650-804-9612 or e-mail Yantos at [email protected].
Sunday 5/9
HOLLISTER
Book signing
Local author Renette Torres is conducting a book signing at Ridgemark’s Mother’s day buffet, May 9, from noon to 2 p.m. The price of the book, “Ya Wanna Watch? I’ll Let Ya!” is $16. For more information e-mail Torres at [email protected].
Saturday 5/15
HOLLISTER
Downtown walking tour
The San Benito County Historical Society is hosting a walking tour of downtown Hollister, May 15, at 9 a.m. The route is about 1-1/2 miles long, and the tour will begin at the Wapple House Museum, located at 498 Fifth St. Space is limited to 30 people. Tickets are $5 general admission or $8 per family and includes a copy of the Welcome to Historic Downtown Hollister walking tour. For more information or to reserve a space, call Sharlene Van Roy at 524-2292.
Sunday 5/16
HOLLISTER
Arts out loud
San Benito High School students will be participating in “Arts Out Loud,” a celebration of student achievement in the arts, May 16, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at the San Benito High School Auditorium. The annual event is the largest student art exhibit of its kind in San Benito. Original student artwork will be available for sale and raffle tickets will be available for $1, for a chance to win a drawing for teachers’ artwork to benefit the Arts programs.
Friday 5/21
HOLLISTER
Oriana Chorale’s ‘Trial by Jury’
The Oriana Chorale will start its 25th anniversary season with a production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s comic operetta “Trial by Jury,” May 21 and May 22, at 8 p.m. at the Hollister Methodist Church, at Monterey and Fifth streets. Another performance will be May 23, at 3 p.m. at the San Juan Oaks Country Club, on Union Road. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for teens and $5 for children 12 and under. Tickets are available at Postal Graphics, Mars Hill Coffee House in Hollister and Visions of Christmas in San Juan Bautista. For more information, visit www.orianachorale.org.
MONTEREY
Cooking for solutions
The Cooking for Solutions gala March 21 at the Monterey Bay Aquarium from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Enjoy the grand celebration with gourmet dishes prepared by celebrity chefs and 75 local restaurants. There will also be wines from 60 West Coast wineries, and book signings by Suzanne Goin and Rick Bayless. General public fees are $150, which includes a souvenir wineglass and take-home recipes. On May 22 there will also be a Celebrity Chef Cooking demonstration, Food & Wine Adventures and an Exclusive: Sustainable Seafood Challenge. To order tickets, call 866-963-9645. For more information, call 644-7561 or visit www.cookingforsolutions.org, or for a brochure e-mail [email protected].
Saturday 5/22
HOLLISTER
Dog Days of Hollister
The Hollister God Owners Group is hosting Dog Days of Hollister, May 22, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Dunne Park. The event will include competitions, dog and pet-related groups and services, a rescue row and more. For more information, visit www.hollisterdog.org.
TRES PINOS
Clapham Baler Golf Tournament
The Clapham Baler Golf Tournament is May 22, at 1 p.m., at Bolado Park Golf Course. The event will benefit the Baler Wrestling Booster Club. The event will include a shotgun start at 1 p.m., in scramble format, with a limit of 40 players. The tournament fee is $85 per person and includes green fees, cart, range balls, beverages, dinner, prizes and a raffle. The tri tip dinner and raffle only is $25 a person, at 4 p.m. Businesses can sponsor a hole for $85. To participate, send checks to Dave Clapham, 60 Marks Dr., Hollister, CA 95023, by May 7th. For more information, call 245-5617.
Sunday 5/23
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Red Barn Run
The Red Barn run will be May 23, at 10 a.m. at Windhaven Ranch. Participants can run or walk 10K which is 6.2 miles or 5K, which is 3.1 miles. The run benefits the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. For more information, visit www.RedBarnRun.com.
Friday 5/28
CARMEL
‘Treasure Island’
The 2010 Forest Theater Guild’s Centennial Season will be presenting Treasure Island the play in Carmel at the Outdoor Forest Theater from May 28 to June 20. Treasure Island is a story about a band of unsavory pirates who are pitted against the young hero Jim Hawkins. The tale is told through the eyes of Hawkins aboard the Hispaniola guided by a treasure map to Treasure Island. Tickets will begin being sold in late February. For ticket information, visit www.foresttheaterguild.org or call 626-1681.
