Monday 5/31
HOLLISTER
Memorial Day events
The Veterans of San Benito County, American Legion Post 69,
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6359 and Ladies Auxiliary of San Juan
Bautista, and the Veterans of Foreign War Post 9242 and Ladies
Auxiliary will be having a Memorial Service at the county
cemeteries May 31, starting at 9 a.m. in San Juan Bautista. The
veterans groups will then go to IOOF Cemetery and then to Calvary
Cemetery, ending with a ceremony and barbecue in front of the
Veterans Memorial Building at noon. The event is open to all
residents.
May
Friday 5/28
HOLLISTER
Spring Show
The Hollister Art League is hosting its “Spring Show” art show, at the Blak Sage Gallery, 727 San Benito St., in Hollister. 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.
GILROY
‘Once Upon a Mattress’
The Odyssey Theatre Company, with students from Gilroy and Christopher high schools will be performing “Once Upon a Matress” Mary 21-29, at Gilroy High School, 750 West 10th St. Show times are May 28, at 7:30 p.m. and May 29, at 2 p.m. Ticket prices are $12 for adults and $10 for students. For more information, visit http://odysseytheatre.org.
MONTEREY
‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland’
The Paper Wing Theatre Company is showing Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland through 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.
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. . Tickets will begin being sold in late February. For ticket information, visit www.foresttheaterguild.org or call 626-1681.
Monday 5/31
HOLLISTER
Memorial Day events
The Veterans of San Benito County, American Legion Post 69, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6359 and Ladies Auxiliary of San Juan Bautista, and the Veterans of Foreign War Post 9242 and Ladies Auxiliary will be having a Memorial Service at the county cemeteries May 31, starting at 9 a.m. in San Juan Bautista. The veterans groups will then go to IOOF Cemetery and then to Calvary Cemetery, ending with a ceremony and barbecue in front of the Veterans Memorial Building at noon. The event is open to all residents.
CARMEL
Memorial Day Commemoration
The American Legion Post 512 along with the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea will be holding Memorial Day activities. The ringing of the WW1 Memorial Bell located at Ocean and San Carlos will commence at 11 a.m. with the actual ceremony being held in Devendorf Park with comments by Mayor McCloud and other dignitaries. The Color Guard is from the Monterey High Junior Navy ROTC Cadets program. After the ceremony an Open House will be held at the American Legion Post 512, located on Dolores between 8th and 9th. For more information, call the American Legion Post 512 at 624-9941 or call Cindi Lopez-Frincke, community services assistant at 620-2020.
June
Tuesday 6/1
HOLLISTER
Health Seekers Workshop
This month’s YMCA Heath Seekers Workshop will discuss how to keep children safe and active this summer. There will be a “10 Point Talk: Safety Check for Kids” given by San Benito County Sheriff’s Department, “Encouraging Learning Throughout the Summer” given by the County Office of Education, “What Your Child Needs to Succeed” given by the YMCA of San Benito County, and “Active Things You Can Do As a Family” given by De Anza Trail staff. For more information, call Rochelle Callis at 637-8600 or visit [email protected].
Thursday 6/3
HOLLISTER
‘Three Artists, Three Visions’
The Blak Sage Gallery of Fine Art will be hosting “Three Artists, Three Visions,” through June 30, 727 San Benito Street, in Hollister. The show will feature the works of Katherine Stutz-Taylor, Pauline Lepera-Price and Carolyn Mitchell. An artists’ reception is scheduled for June 5, from 4 to 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served. The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 636-9100.
MORGAN HILL
Las Madres mixer
Las Madres of Morgan Hill is hosting the 2010 Mama Mixer, June 3, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Guglielmo Winery, in Morgan Hill. Expectant mothers, new mothers and caregivers of children ages newborn to 5 years are invited. Come meet new friends and see resources that are available. To RSVP, e-mail [email protected].
HOLLISTER
Rummage sale
The Women’s Club of Hollister is hosting their annual rummage sale on June 4, 5, and 6 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., 381 Moraga Lane. The club provides scholarships to local high school seniors, and contributes toward other projects in the community.
Saturday 6/5
PACIFIC GROVE
Nick Williams performs
Nick Williams, a songwriter/arranger/teacher will perform songs from his new release “Smooth Side” at The Works, 667 Lighthouse Ave., in Pacific Grove, June 5, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door and discounted CDs and books will be sold. Seating is limited. For more information and reservations, call 372-2242 or call Williams at 626-9151. Seating is limited. For more information and reservations, call 372-2242 or call Williams at 626-9151.
SANTA CLARA
Light out of Shadow
San Jose Productions will be presenting Light Out of Shadow featuring The Choral Project. The Choral Project offers a program with a poignant message of freedom, social change, and finding light in times of darkness. The event will be held June 5, at 8 p.m. and June 6, at 2 p.m. at Mission Santa Clara de Asis located at 500 El Camino Real. Tickets are $25 general admission and $18 for students and seniors children under 10 are fee. A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will go to benefit Amnesty International. Tickets are available online at www.choralproject.org.
Friday 6/11
HOLLISTER
Open Mic Night
Beginning June 11, there will be an open mic night at the San Benito County Free Library, 470 Fifth St., in Hollister, the second Friday of every month. Everyone is welcome to share poetry, prose and songs, in any style or language. It is open to all ages. For more information, call Joe Navarro at 524-6406 or e-mail [email protected].
Saturday 6/12
HOLLISTER
Wag N Walk
Pet Friends will be hosting its Wag N Walk, June 12, at 9 a.m. The event is a 5K family fun run/walk around the Graniterock Southside Sand and Gravel Quarry, in Hollister. Four-legged friends are welcome to join in the race. Event registration is from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Individuals are $15 and a family pack is $40 for four people. Pets are free. The deadline to register is May 29. Forms can be completed online.
NEWMAN
West Side Theatre show
Diana Donnelly and The Yes Ma’ams are a bluegrass and vintage country music band that have been performing for Northern California audiences for years and will be performing along with Black Crown Stringband, which is a combination of bluegrass and old-time music, at the West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St. The bands will perform June 12. The doors will open at 7 p.m. and the show will begin at 8 p.m. Tickets are $12 general admission and $15 reserved seating. For more information, visit www.westsidetheatre.org or [email protected] or call 209-862-4490.
Saturday 6/19
GILROY
Pacheco State Park’s Ninth Kite Day
The ninth Kite Day will be held at Pacheco State Park. The event will be noon to 4 p.m. Kite-fliers will receive a souvenir Kite Day button. There will be other activities and families are encouraged to bring a kite, hats and/or sunscreen, drinking water, lawn chairs and a picnic lunch. A vendor will have hot dogs and beverages available. The price is $5 for the state park Day Use Fee per car. For more information, or to request services for people with disabilities, call Jennifer Morgan at 209-826-1197 at least one week in advance to request auxiliary aids or e-mail [email protected] with Subject=kite day or visit www.parks.ca.gov/events and choose Pacheco State Park.
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Early Days in San Juan
The Plaza History Association will host Early Days June 19 and 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the San Juan Bautista Historical Park, between Washington and Mariposa Streets. Bring the family and enjoy a look at yesterday as costumed docents bring the past into the present. Meet the people of early California, including miners, mountain men, Civil War soldiers and Victorian ladies. The event includes craft and cooking demonstrations, rides in a horse-drawn wagon, old-fashioned sodas and card games in the saloon. Tickets are $3, 16 and under are free.
GILROY
Gavilan hosts theater reunion
The Gavilan College Theater Reunion Cast and Crew presents a show of all-time favorite plays from Gavilan’s past. An ensemble cast from “Grease,” “Guys and Dolls,” “Hair,” “Apple Tree,” and many more will reprise their roles on the Gavilan stage June 19, at 4 p.m., 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd., in Gilroy. Proceeds will benefit the Gavilan College STAR program. Tickets are available at the door and are $10 for general admission and $5 for students. Gavilan College Theater alumni are invited to attend a reunion party after the show at the Westside Grill, 8080 Santa Teresa Blvd., at 6 p.m Limited paid reserved tickets are available for the dinner and dance at $50 per person before June 1. To reserve tickets or RSVP, e-mail [email protected].
Sunday 6/20
HOLLISTER
Fathers Day Free Car show
The Hollister Christian Fellowship will host a Fathers Day Free Car Show, June 20, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 2350 Technology Parkway, in Hollister. No fees are required. The event will feature antique, classic, rods, motorcycles, project cars and others. For more information, visit www.hcfonline.com or call 637-1056.
July
Friday 7/2
CARMEL
‘Alice in Wonderland’
The 2010 Forest Theater Guild’s Centennial Season will be presenting Lewis Carroll’s beloved Alice in Wonderland in Carmel at the Outdoor Forest Theater from July 2 to July 30. This delightful story follows Alice down the rabbit’s hole where she discovers another world full of adventure. For ticket information, visit www.foresttheaterguild.org or call 626-1681.
Saturday 7/3
HOLLISTER
Annual Pancake Breakfast
The Hollister United Methodist Church is hosting the “All You Can Eat” Annual Pancake Breakfast July 3 and 17, from 8 a.m. to noon. The menu consists of pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage patties, orange juice and coffee. The cost is $10 for adults and $6 for kids 12 and under. Take-outs are available. The event benefits community projects such as Christmas presents for more than 200 children in San Benito County and the Relay for Life. The Church is located at 5th and Monterey St. For more information, call 637-4240 or visit www.HollisterUnited MethodistChurchandPreSchool.org
Saturday 7/10
MONTEREY
Ansel Adams: Portrait of America
Ansel Adams: Portrait of America opens July 10, at the Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada located at 720 Via Mirada in Monterey. The exhibition is the first world-tour stop for the largest collection of iconic photographs to be seen in one place. Museum hours are Wednesdays-Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The cost is $5 general admission. Free admissions will be offered to MMA members, children under 12, NARM, and AAM members. For more information visit www.montereyart.org or call 372-5477
Saturday 7/17
HOLLISTER
High School Alumni Scholarship Fundraiser
The San Benito High School Class of 1971 Scholarship will hold their third annual fundraiser at Veterans Memorial Park in Hollister on Saturday July 17. The fundraiser will include a barbecue and silent auction, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person, and everyone is invited. The class of 1971 Scholarship is awarded to graduating seniors who plan to attend a college, university, technical school, or vocational school. For more information about the scholarship and upcoming fundraiser, visit the Class of 1971 Scholarship blog at http://classof1971scholarship.blogspot.com
