October
Friday 10/15
HOLLISTER
Robrock retrospective continues
The Blak Sage Gallery will host ‘John Robrock Through the Ages:
a retrospective look and examination of life influences
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through Oct. 28, 727 San Benito St., in Hollister. Robrock, who
has an MFA, teaches drawing and painting at San Benito High School.
The exhibit will feature 50 framed works of art arranged
chronologically, reflecting life phases, including some nude life
drawings. Other common themes in the work include cowboys,
portraits, Native Americans and landscapes. Robrock will also offer
demonstrations of portrait drawing techniques, Oct. 16 and 23, from
2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from
1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 636-9100.
October
Friday 10/15
HOLLISTER
Robrock retrospective continues
The Blak Sage Gallery will host ‘John Robrock Through the Ages: a retrospective look and examination of life influences” through Oct. 28, 727 San Benito St., in Hollister. Robrock, who has an MFA, teaches drawing and painting at San Benito High School. The exhibit will feature 50 framed works of art arranged chronologically, reflecting life phases, including some nude life drawings. Other common themes in the work include cowboys, portraits, Native Americans and landscapes. Robrock will also offer demonstrations of portrait drawing techniques, Oct. 16 and 23, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 636-9100.
Flor Y Canto 2010 ‘Vinyl Verses’
Flor Y Canto 2010 “Vinyl Verses” is a fundraiser for “Classroom on the Bay” and community workshops for youth conducted by Indigenous Chaos. The event will be Oct. 15, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Oct. 16, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Centro Ollin, 405 Monterey St., Ste. G, in Hollister. The event will feature music, poetry, dancing and artwork. Country Joe McDonald, a founding member of Country Joe and the Fish, will perform as a special guest. Suggested donations will be accepted. For more information, call Graciela Nutter at 623-9404 or e-mail
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Chili Cook-Off
The San Benito County Association of Realtors is hosting a chili cook-off Oct. 15, at the San Benito County Association or Realtors office parking lot, 330 Tres Pinos Road, Ste. C-6. Set up starts at 8:30 a.m., with judging from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Lunch is noon to 2 p.m. The entry fee per team before Oct. 8 is $25 and after is $35. A lunch of barbecue hotdogs, ships and a soft drink will be available for $5. Visitors can also sample the chili. To sign up call 636-4605.
or visit www.firstnightmonterey.org.
Pantera Tribute band performs
Cowboys From Hell, a Pantera Tribute band, will perform at the Vault Restaurant, Oct. 15. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance, $13 at the door. The event is for ages 21 and up.
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
‘Corridos! Tales of the Mexican Revolution’
El Teatro Campesino presents a special engagement of “Corridos! Tales of the Mexican Revolution” through Oct. 17, at the El Teatro Campesino Playhouse, 705 Fourth St., in San Juan Bautista. The show is based on the musical play by Luis Valdez, with new story adaptations by director Kinan Valdez. The Performances are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets prices are $10-15. For more information, call 537-7575, 623-2444 or visit www.elteatrocampesino.com.
MONTEREY
‘Repo! The Genetic Rock Opera’
The Paper Wing Theatre presents “Repo! The Genetic Rock Opera” through Oct. 31, with Friday and Saturday shows at 8 p.m., at 320 Hoffman Avenue, at Lighthouse Avenue in New Monterey. Two special performances will be held Oct. 31 at 8 p.m. and midnight. The musical is a rock opera set in 2056 during a terrifying epidemic of organ failures. For more information, call 905-5684 or e-mail
Th************@ya***.com
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Saturday 10/16
SALINAS
Organic Harvest Day at ALBA
The Agriculture and Land-Based Training Association will host an Organic Harvest Day Oct. 16, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The community is invited to purchase a wide variety of fresh produce grown by beginning farmers participating in the ALBA training program. Organic products available at farm-direct prices include: strawberries, carrots, cilantro, green beans, beets, flowers, heirloom tomatoes, pumpkins and various squashes. This event is a great occasion for families to meet beginning farmers and learn about organic farming and sustainable agriculture. Children will be able to enjoy activities like pumpkin painting, hay rides and farm tours. Bicycles are welcome for families to spend the day exploring the farm. Re-usable bags are encouraged for taking home lots of healthful, fresh fruits and vegetables. Suggested donation for attendance is $5 per group. ALBA is located at 1700 Old Stage Road south of Salinas. Drive south on Hwy 101, turn left on Potter Road, then right on Old Stage Rd. Turn right at the ALBA sign and follow the additional signs into the farm. For more information call (831) 758-1469 or visit www.albafarmers.org.
HOLLISTER
Northern California Renaissance Faire
The Northern California Renaissance Faire will be held at Casa de Fruta, off Hwy. 152, weekends through Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The theme this week is Oktoberfest. There are a variety of stages and arenas that will provide entertainment such as Punch and Judy Shows, jousting, sword fighting and more. Vendors will sell a variety of foods and merchandise. There will be a Celtic rock concert at 6 p.m. on Saturdays, free with the cost of faire admission. This week’s performance will be by Wicked Tinkers. Admission is $25 per person, children 12 and under are free, $35 for a weekend pass or $150 for a “fairever” pass. For more information, call 408-847-FAIR (408-847-3247) or visit www.norcalrenfaire.org.
CARMEL
Arts Habitat hosts auction
Arts Habitat will host an auction at the Carmel Woman’s Club, San Carlos Street at Ninth, in Carmel, Oct. 16, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 and include a glass of wine, appetizers and a bidder number for the auctions. Items include an aerial tour of the Peninsula, tickets to the theater, musical instruments, folk craft, photographs, paintings, jewelry, ceramics and more. For more information, call 624-6111.
PACIFIC GROVE
Babershop four-part harmony concert
Monterey Cypressaires Chorsu and quartets invite visitors to experience “A Babershop Odyssey,” at the Performing Arts Center, at P.G. Middle School, 831 Forest Ave., on Oct. 16. Special guests include The Bay Belles, a Sweet Adeline chorus with quartets and Hi-Fidelity, a past champion quartet. Tickets are $20, with students 18 and under free. For more information, call 637-6511. The concert supports the school music programs.
Sunday 10/17
GREENFIELD
Viva Music and Art Fest
The Viva Greenfield Music and Art Festival is Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Patriot Park in Greenfield. The event is a celebration of Latin culture, featuring national, regional and local Latin music and art. Sponsored by First Night ArtWorks! and the city of Greenfield, the event will feature music by B Side Players, Mambo Tropical and more. There will be a community parade at 10 a.m., as well as art projects, face painting and food booths. The event is free. For more information, call 373-4778 or visit www.firstnightmonterey.org.
Monday 10/18
HOLLISTER
Compost class
A free compost class will be offered Oct. 18, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fall is here and its time to plan ahead to learn how to compost leaves, fruit, vegetables and yard trimmings into a rich soil amendment for a garden. Participants will receive a free compost bin. Space is limited so please sign up in advance at 636-4110. The event is sponsored by the San Benito County Integrated Waste Management Regional Agency.
Tuesday 10/19
HOLLISTER
Moms Club hosts a park day
The Moms Club of Hollister will host a park day at Dunne Park, Oct. 19, from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Moms and children are invited to join in the fun.
Wednesday 10/20
HOLLISTER
Library Friends celebrate 30 years
The Friends of the San Benito County Free Library invite the community to join them Oct. 20, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., as they celebrate their 30th anniversary during National Friends of the Libraries Week. Enjoy tours of the library and bookmobile, music by David Huboi and Vince Zuniga of Luke’s Groove, refreshments, presentations and learn about the Friends of the Library. Presentations will begin at 6:30 p.m., when two students will be awarded for the winning essays in a contest whose theme is “The Library is my best ‘Friend’ because…” For more information, call Ruth Erickson at 637-0987.
Friday 10/22
TRES PINOS
Golf Fun Night
The San Benito Police Activities League is hosting a golf fun night at Bolado Park Golf Course, 7777 Airline Hwy., in Tres Pinos, Oct. 22. The event includes a 9-hole four-person scramble, a shotgun start, 50/50 putting competition and 50/50 chipping competition. The $40 entrance includes green fees, cart, burger dinner and two glow-in-the-dark golf balls. Dinner and bragging starts at 6 p.m., the chipping and putting competition is at 6:20 p.m. and the tee off is at 7:30 p.m. Send checks to payable to San Benito County PAL to: Golf Fun Night, PO Box 419, Hollister, CA 95023, or deliver to the Sheriff’s Department reception, ATTN: Pat Turturici.
HOLLISTER
‘How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying’
San Benito Stage Company presents “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.” The musical is set in the ’60s and is about trying to climb the corporate ladder. It features local teens 13-19. The show runs Oct. 22-Nov. 6, with performances on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, at the Granada Theater, 336 Fifth St. Tickets are available in advance at Postal Graphics, Running Rooster and from cast members. For more information, call 636-0122 or visit www.sanbenitostage.org.
MONTEREY
Lark Chamber artists
Chamber Music Monterey Bay presents Lark Chamber artists at the Sunset Center, San Carlos Street and 9th Avenue, in Carmel, Oct. 22, at 8 p.m. The concert features a program called “Folk Fusion: From America to the Middle East.” There will be a free lecture by Kai Christiansen, a musicologist from 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $31-55. Call about the Kids Up Front and Free program for students in grades 4-12. For tickets and other information, call 625-2212 or visit www.chambermusicmontereybay.org.
NEWMAN
Nina Storey performs
Nina Storey will perform at the West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., in Newman. She has performed at Lillith Fair, Woodstock 99, the Montreal Jazz Festival and the Monterey Bay Jazz Festival. Tickets are $20 for general admission or $23 for reserved seating. For more information, call 209-862-4490 or visit www.westsidetheatre.org.
Saturday 10/23
POINT SUR
Point Sur Ghost Tours
Two special Ghost Tours benefiting the restoration of Point Sur Lightstation in Big Sur will be held Oct. 23 (full moon) and Oct. 30. For a donation of $60, the evening of ghostly fun will begin with a walking tour to the lighthouse in time for the sunset; followed by refreshments in the barn; Point Sur ghost stories told by professional actor/docent Kevin Hanstick; access to the spooky Triplex; and dessert and beverages in the Visitors’ Center. Tours start at 5:15 p.m. each evening and will last about three hours. Tours are limited to 40 people. For reservations call 649-7139 or e-mail
cc**@po******.org
. Not suitable for very young children.
Thursday 10/28
HOLLISTER
Halloween story time
There will be a Happy Halloween story time at Mars Hill Coffeehouse, Oct. 28 and 30th, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., at 610 San Benito St. Kids are invited to dress up as their favorite pirate, princess, cowboy or any other non-scary costumes to listen to some “faboolous” stories. The story time will also feature songs, games and crafts. The story time is free and discounts will be offered on food and drinks during the event. For more information, call Julie Englehardt at 635-9674.
Saturday 10/30
HOLLISTER
Night Time Pack Poker Run
The Top Hatters of Hollister is hosting the 14th annual Halloween Night Time Pack Poker Run Oct, 30, at Whiskey Creek Saloon, 201 Fifth St. Sign in is from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The fee is a $15 donation. The high hand will get a $200 or $500 gift certificate, with the leftover prize going to the low hand. A costume contest will be held with best of show, best couple and scariest costume award. The event will feature lice music, a mystery prize, a 50/50 and door prizes. For more information, e-mail
ho**********@ya***.com
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Can and bottle drive
The Hollister Free Wheelers are hosting a fundraiser drive. The will collect aluminum cans, plastic bottles and glass bottles, at Marguerite Maze, 900 Meridian Ave., Oct. 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pick ups can be arranged by calling 636-3271. The proceeds benefit S.H.A.R.P., a nonprofit formed in 1998 to support programs such as the Hollister Free Wheelers, a power wheelchair soccer team.
SOLEDAD
Harvest Dance
The Central Coast Young Farmers and Ranchers Harvest Dance is set for Oct. 30, at 7 p.m. at the Paraiso Vineyards, in Soledad. The event will benefit Ag Against Hunger as well as Farm Bureau programs in San Benito and Monterey counties. The event will feature a strolling dinner and a full bar, featuring local wines. Aaron Avila and The Second Wind Band will perform. Tickets are $40 and include one drink ticket. They can be purchased at the San Benito County Farm Bureau office, or through CCYF&R board members. Sponsorships and volunteer opportunities are available. For more information, call 751-3100 or e-mail
ad************@mo*********.com
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Sunday 10/31
AROMAS
Autumn Art Workshops
The Aromas Hills Artisans will be offering autumn art workshops at the Aromas Grange, at the Corner of Rose and Bardue streets, in Aromas, Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The classes are free, though some require a small materials fee. Visitors will have a chance to purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win a piece of art by one of the Artisans. The drawing will be held at 11 a.m. There will be a country-style breakfast from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. For more information, call 726-1786 or visit www.aromashillsartisans.com.
November
Saturday 11/6
HOLLISTER
Rancho/Maze Band craft boutique
The Rancho/Maze band will host a craft boutique at the Rancho San Justo Middle School gym, Nov. 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors will include direct sale and craft items. There will also be raffle prizes. All proceeds benefit the band.
Women’s Annual Harvest Bazaar
The Hollister United Methodist Women’s Annual Harvest Bazaar will be Nov. 6, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall at the United Methodist Church, at Fifth and Monterey streets. Come and buy homemade gift items, plants, seasonal decorations, baked goods and jams, salsa and pickles. There will be a drawing and door prizes, as well as complimentary refreshments will be served.
SAN JUAN
Salad Bar Game Day
The Native Daughters of the Golden West will host a salad bar game day at the Native Daughter Adobe, 203 Fourth St., in San Juan Bautista, Nov. 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. The public is welcome and came bring board games or card games of their choice. A donation of $10 per person is requested. For reservations and information, call 635-9138.
Sunday 11/14
HOLLISTER
Pacific Brass Concert
The YMCA of San Benito County will host a 10th annual benefit concert by Pacific Brass, a British-style brass band Nov. 14, at 2 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church, 2066 San Benito St., in Hollister. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for seniors and students. Children 12 and under are free with a paid adult. Proceeds benefit the YMCA of San Benito County’s Youth and Family Programs. Tickets are available at Ace Hardware, YMCA of San Benito County and Watsonville Family YMCA, and Aromas Water District. For more information , call 637-8600 or visit www.centralcoastymca.org.
