July
Friday 7/17
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Good Morning San Juan
Good Morning San Juan show dates are set for Friday and
Saturday, July 17 and 18, at 8 p.m. at El Teatro Campesino. The
show features musical performances by Tim and Frances Tompkins,
Daniel Valdez , Jan Luby and the San Juan Singers. Tickets are
available online at www.elteatrocampesino.com, over the phone by
calling 623-2444 or in person at El Teatro Campesino’s box office,
Monday
–Friday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets are free, though an $8 donation
is suggested. Tickets will be available at the door before each
performance – the doors open at 7 p.m., El Teatro Campesino is at
705 4th St. in San Juan Bautista.
July
Friday 7/17
HOLLLISTER
GFWC Women’s Club rummage sale
The GFWC Women’s Club of Hollister will be holding a rummage sale from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 17 and 18 at 381 Morada Lane. Those attending will have a chance to register for a drawing for two hours of free house cleaning. Proceeds for the rummage sale will be sued in community projects. For more information, call Peg at 636-8997.
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Good Morning San Juan
Good Morning San Juan show dates are set for Friday and Saturday, July 17 and 18, at 8 p.m. at El Teatro Campesino. The show features musical performances by Tim and Frances Tompkins, Daniel Valdez , Jan Luby and the San Juan Singers. Tickets are available online at www.elteatrocampesino.com, over the phone by calling 623-2444 or in person at El Teatro Campesino’s box office, Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets are free, though an $8 donation is suggested. Tickets will be available at the door before each performance – the doors open at 7 p.m., El Teatro Campesino is at 705 4th St. in San Juan Bautista.
MONTEREY
‘The Art of Children’s Books’
The Monterey Museum of Art
La Mirada presents “Over Rainbows and Down Rabbit Holes: The Art of Children’s Books” through September 13, 720 Via Mirada in Monterey. The show will feature 70 original illustrations from well-known children’s books. Classics in the exhibition include “The Tale of Peter Rabbit” by Beatrix Potter. There will be a storybook time every Saturday at 2 p.m. will the show is on display. Regular admission is $5, $2.50 for students and military, free to MMA members, children under 12 NARM and AAM members. Admission is free to anyone with a Monterey, San Benito or Santa Cruz library card. For more information, call 372-5477 or visit
www.montereyart.org.
Saturday 7/18
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
San Juan Bautista de Anza trail hike
Come for a free two-mile guided moderate hike near the historic town of San Juan Bautista July 18 and 25. Participants will learn about local history and enjoy a leisurely hike through the gently rolling oak woodland hillside. The event will be held from 10 am to 1 pm. If interested in participating, meet the park ranger at the trailhead (North Gate) at the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail and call Michelle Armijo at San Juan Bautista State Historic Park with any questions, 623-4881. Remember to bring a sack lunch, water bottle, hat and sun block.
Central Coast Farmers Market
The Central Coast Farmers Market is every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the VFW Post 6359, 58 Monterey St. The market includes fresh local produce, food and arts and crafts. For more information, call 623-4320 or 207-8932.
HOLLISTER
Guerra Summer Concerts
The Groove Kings (www.groovekingsband.com) will perform Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Pepper Tree Ranch, 500 John Smith Road. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online at www.guerracellars.com or call 902-5354 for more information.
Thursday 7/23
HOLLISTER
Downtown movie series
Po the Panda (voiced by Jack Black) wants to be a kung-fu master, but mostly he is just good at making noodle bowls. Po finds himself in the midst of the Furious Five when he is chosen to fulfill an ancient prophecy. The other kung-fu masters don’t want him around, but their guru Master Shifu (voiced by Dustin Hoffman) encourages him to believe in himself. The show is set for Thursday after 9 p.m. at the corner of Fourth and San Benito streets. Admission is free. Children should be accompanied by an adult. No alcohol or animals allowed. For more information, contact the Hollister Downtown Association at 636-8406.
Friday 7/24
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Movies in the Park
The San Juan Bautista Historic Park is hosting a movie series in the park once a month through August. The next showing is “Stage Coach.” Movies start at 8:30 p.m. A short presentation on the history of San Juan or related to the movie will precede the movie at 8:15 p.m. The viewing is free to the public, and any proceeds will benefit the Plaza History Association. For more information, call 623-4526.
Saturday 7/25
HOLLISTER
Hollister Spirit garage sale
The Hollister Spirit girls U11 competitive soccer team will host a garage sale fundraiser July 25, from 7 a.m. to noon at Bertuccio’s Lot near Union Road, 2410 Airline Hwy. Several families will be participating with items for sale and everyone is welcome.
Circle of Reflection
Don Belt will host “Harmony, Rythum, Balance – The Spiritual Essence of Personal Expression” at the Hollister Japanese Temple Garden (HJTG), 920 Riverside Road, July 25 at 1 p.m. Participants are asked to bring an instrument to play, a song to sing or a poem or short essay to read. Refreshments will be served. For more information or directions, call Emiko at 637-6361.
Monday 7/27
HOLLISTER
Vacation Bible school
Trinity Lutheran and St. Luke’s Episcopal Church are offering a vacation bible school July 27 through 31. The theme is adventures through the bible. The program is 8 a.m. to noon each day. A $10 donation per child is suggested and the school is open for children 4 years old through eighth grade. Those interested in attending, may contact Yolanda or Pastor Scott at 636-1321.
August
Saturday 8/1
AROMAS
Scholarship fundraiser
The Teressie White Memorial Scholarship Foundation – with Doris Gerber, local founder of the Watsonville Elks parking lot sales – will be holding a benefit parking lot sale Aug. 1. Fifty spaces are available at the Aromas Grange, at the corner of Bardue and Rose. Space rental proceeds benefit the Teressie White Memorial Scholarship Foundation that gives scholarships to deserving local kids. Spaces: 12 x 12 (outside) for $20 or 8 x 8 (inside) for $25. Pre-registration is recommended. Call 726-2322 (Michelle) or 234-5771 (Doris) for further information.
WATSONVILLE
Watsonville Strawberry Festival
The Strawberry Festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Aug 1 and 2 in downtown Watsonville. Come and enjoy live music, and the highlight of the festival, “Strawberry Lane.” This features a variety of treats in which strawberries, provided by local growers, are the main ingredient. Admission is free and nearby parking is plentiful. For more information, visit www.mbsf.com or call the City of Watsonville Parks and Community Services Department at 768-3240.
Monterey Bay Berry Festival
Come and enjoy various berries at the celebration of the “new” Monterey Bay Berry Festival Aug. 1 and 2. The two-day festival will be held from 10 am to 9 pm. There will be live concerts, arts and crafts, the berry carnival, Arabian horses, and much more. The berry carnival closes at 11 p.m. on Saturday and 10 p.m. on Sunday. On-site parking will be $2, and general admission is $6 and $3 for children between the ages of 3-10. Half-price advance carnival tickets are available at the Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture, 449 Union St., Watsonville, through July 31. Two-day family passes for two adults and two children are $20 and are also available at the Chamber office or at the gate. For more information, visit www.berryfestival.org or call Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture at 724-3900.
Friday 8/28
HOLLISTER
Charity golf classic
Communications Unlimited and the Hollister community are partnering with local businesses to raise money for three charities, including Standing in the Gap-Now, Compassion Pregnancy and Emmaus House. The charity golf classic will be held Aug. 28, at the Gabilan Golf Course at Ridgemark with $2,500 in prizes. It will include a barbecue lunch, games and entertainment followed by an evening dinner and dance. Tickets are $125 for all events, or $50 each for dinner and dancing only. For more information, call Martin Leon or Cynthia Smith at 636-4880, 207-1272 or e-mail [email protected].
Sunday 8/30
AROMAS
Aromas Day
Aromas Day is Aug. 30 and will start with a country-style breakfast buffet at the grange from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. The street fair is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the parade starts at 2 p.m. The event includes music, food booths, original art and more. For children, there will be a petting zoo, pony rides, a dunk tank and a climbing wall. From Hwy. 101, take Hwy. 129 and turn left on Rogge.
