June
Friday 6/10
HOLLISTER
Western Lifestyle art show
Marti Miller Hubbell will have an art exhibit,
”
Western Lifestyle of Yesterday and Today, at the Blak Sage
Gallery of Fine Arts, through June 28. An artist reception will be
held June 11, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
June
Friday 6/10
HOLLISTER
Western Lifestyle art show
Marti Miller Hubbell will have an art exhibit, “Western Lifestyle of Yesterday and Today, at the Blak Sage Gallery of Fine Arts, through June 28. An artist reception will be held June 11, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday 6/11
TRES PINOS
Miss San Benito Rodeo contest
The San Benito County Saddle Horse Show & Rodeo kicks off with the Miss San Benito Rodeo contest June 11, at 9 a.m., at the fairgrounds. A memorial roping event will be held June 18, at 9 a.m., free to spectators. On June 19, there will be figure-8 roping eliminations, free to spectators. June 23 will be the Saddle Horse Parade in downtown Hollister, at 6 p.m. June 24 will have a variety of events, including the horse show and rodeo at 7 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults and $4 for toddlers through 11-year-olds. The rodeo continues June 25 and 26, at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, and $4 for kids. Other attractions include a Kids Corral, the Association Museum and a rodeo clown. For more information or a schedule of events visit www.SanBenitoCountyRodeo.com.
HOLLISTER
Wag ‘n Walk
Pet Friends Rescue will host the Wag ‘n Walk June 11, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Graniterock Southside Sand and Gravel plant, 5362 Airline Hwy., in Hollister. Guests can choose between a 5K run or a 5K walk for dog owners who would like to bring along a dog. Pre-registration is due May 27, with admission $15 per individual or $40 for a family of four. Pets are free. Event day or late registration is $20 for individuals or $45 per family of four. Check in and on-site registration begins at 8 a.m. To register online, visit www.petfriends.org or www.active.org. For more information on sponsorships or to donate items, call Marissa Brennan at 630-2495 or e-mail
ma*************@sb****.com
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Jacob’s Ladder flea market
Jacob’s Ladder Ministry will host a flea market June 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 1515 Santa Ana Road, in Hollister.
Portuguese Festa Celebration
The Hollister Portuguese Festa Celebration is June 11 and 12. It begins with a dance at June 11, at 9 p.m., followed by Presentation of the New Queen and her court including exchange of the crown at 10 p.m., at Hollister’s S.D.E.S. Hall, 695 Seventh St. The parade is June 12, at 10 a.m. proceeding up Seventh Street to Monterey Street, and down Sixth Street to Sacred Heart Church for 11:30 a.m. mass. The parade features Portuguese Queens and flags from other cities throughout the region, a Portuguese Band and the aspects of a traditional Portuguese Festa. The public is welcomed to attend all festivities, which include the traditional Portuguese Sopas, bizarre, auction and dance. Come Join the Portuguese community for the Celebration of the Holy Ghost! For more information, call Manuel Santos at 637-4222.
Sunday 6/12
HOLLISTER
Joseph Zanger Memorial and Reunion Dance
The third annual Joseph Zanger Memorial and Casa de Fruta Reunion Dance is Jun 12, from noon to 6 p.m., at the Casa de Fruta Country Park. The event is hosted by Roxy Montana, Pat Eodice and Steve Zener, with music provided by Eodice. Dance exhibition and lessons will be given by UCWDC champions Glenn and Sue Cravalho, of Oakdale. Guests can learn the social 2 step, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. A $5 donation is requested to attend. Food and drinks are available for purchase at Casa de Deli.
Thursday 6/16
SAN JUAN
Story time in San Juan
Julie Engelhardt will be hosting free story times at the San Juan Bautista Library, 801 Second St., in San Juan Bautista, June 16, July 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 10 a.m. The programs run 45 minutes long. The June 16 theme is “Let’s Ride: Planes, Cars, Trucks and Trains.” For more information, call 635-9674.
HOLLISTER
San Benito Student Movie Night
The San Benito Student Movie Night, a project of the San Benito Student Film Festival, will be held June 16, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Vault building in downtown Hollister. The films being premiered represent entries from San Benito County students as well as the top selections from eight youth media education programs operated by CMAP. Concessions will be on sale before the screening and during intermission. For more information about the event, e-mail Spencer Wilkinson at
sp*****@cm**.tv
or call 205-1320. Some of the featured stories include videos by students in grades fourth through 12th, as well as college.
Saturday 6/18
TRES PINOS
Clapham Classic/Baler Tourney
The Clapham Classic/Baler Tourney is June 18, with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. at Bolado Park Golf Course, 7777 Airline Hwy., in Tres Pinos. Entry is $85 and includes green fees, a shared cart, dinner and tee prizes. Dinner only is $25 and starts at 4 p.m. For more information, call Dave Clapham at 245-5617.
LOS BANOS
Kite Day
Pacheco State Park will host the 10th annual Kite Day June 18, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Everyone who flies a kite will receive a souvenir Kite Day button. There will be other activities such as make your own kite, face painting, a pie-eating contest and a bubble gum blowing contests. There will be nature tables and crafts. Families are encouraged to bring a sturdy kite, hats and/or sunscreen, drinking water, lawn chairs and a picnic lunch. Hot Dog Heaving will be available for purchase of lunch. There is a $5 state park day use fee per car. For more information, call 209-826-1197 or visit www.parks.ca.gove/events.
Sunday 6/19
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Mission Fiesta
The Old Mission San Juan Bautista will host its annual fiesta honoring St. John the Baptist, June 19, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the olive grove adjacent to the mission. The event includes a chicken barbecue for $10 a plate provided by the San Juan Service Club, as well as bingo, game booths for children, ethnic food and beverage booths. Following the mass, there will be a processional through town with Aztec dancers. Volunteers can call 408-500-8353 to find out more about opportunities to help.
Fathers Day car show
Hollister Christian Fellowship will host a Fathers Day car show June 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 2350 Technology Parkway, in Hollister. Antique, vintage, hotrod, trucks and motorcycles are welcome to be entered. There are no entry fees and no trophies will be given out. For more information, visit www.hcfonline.com or call 801-9679.
Friday 6/24
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Summer movies series
A summer movies series will kick off June 24 at the San Juan Bautista Elementary soccer field, with a viewing of “Megamind.” All viewings are free and start at sunset. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. No alcoholic beverages are permitted. The series is a collaboration of the Plaza History Association of San Juan Bautista State Historic Park and the San Juan Elementary home and school club. Earthbound Farms is a sponsor. Other shows include “Raiders of the Lost Ark” on July 29, “Despicable Me” on Aug. 26 and “Vertigo” on Sept. 30.
Monterey Bay Blues Festival
Tickets are on sale for the Monterey Bay Blues Festival, which runs June 24, 25 and 26. Some of the performers include local band the Bornia Boys, as well as Dazz Band and the Barkays, Blues at Eleven, Ruthie Foster, Charlie Jene, Magic Slim, Sharon Lewis and JC Smith Band, Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band and more. For more information, visit www.montereyblues.com.
Saturday 6/25
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Early Days
The San Juan Bautista State Historic Park and the Plaza History Association will host Early Days June 25 and 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Step back in time and meet the people of early California, see craft and cooking demonstrations, ride in a horse-drawn wagon and drink old-fashioned sodas in the Saloon. Admission is $3 for adults or free for those 16 and under. Wagon rides and sodas are an additional charge. For more information, call 623-4881.
July
Friday 7/1
HOLLISTER
Pat’s Place anniversary
Pat’s Place, a thrift store that benefits the Community Food Bank, is celebrating its second anniversary July 1, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 101 Fifth St. Drop by for a piece of cake and a beverage. For more information, call 637-5500.
Sunday 7/3
HOLLISTER
Back to School Run
The Hollister Sabbath Keepers Motorcycle Ministry will be hosting the Back to School Run for San Benito County foster youth. The loop ride will be held July 3, with registration in the Grillin’ and Chillin’ parking lot, 3650 San Juan Road, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The cost for the ride is the donation of one backpack with school supplies for all grades, per bike. A raffle will also be held with money going to help local foster kids. For more information or to donate, call Mindy Redondo at 537-5052 or e-mail her at
mi**********@gm***.com
Friday 7/15
HOLLISTER
Memorial Golf Tournament
San Juan Oaks and Hollister Relay for Life are sponsoring the Kelly Freitas Memorial Golf Tournament July 15, with a shotgun start at noon. The event will benefit Hollister Relay for Life. The format will be a four-person scramble. It includes a steak and chicken barbecue dinner buffet immediately following the tournament. A silent auction will be held during the dinner. The cost for the tournament is $115 per player, and includes green fees, cart, range balls, on course contest and dinner. The price for dinner alone is $35 for adults and $15 for children 5-12. Those interested in signing up for the tournament can call Manny Freitas at San Juan Oaks, 636-6113, ext. 15 or e-mail
mf******@sa*********.com
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