September
Friday 9/9
SAN JUAN
Native Daughters host party
The Native Daughters of the Golden West will host a bunco and
pedro party, as well as a tri-tip barbecue Sept. 9, at the Native
Daughter Adobe, 203 Fourth St., in San Juan. The barbecue starts at
5 p.m. and is $10 per person. The bunco and pedro party starts at 7
p.m., and is $5 per person. For more information, call Amy at
637-7694, Janet at 628-3376 or Michelle at 628-3828.
September
Friday 9/9
SAN JUAN
Native Daughters host party
The Native Daughters of the Golden West will host a bunco and pedro party, as well as a tri-tip barbecue Sept. 9, at the Native Daughter Adobe, 203 Fourth St., in San Juan. The barbecue starts at 5 p.m. and is $10 per person. The bunco and pedro party starts at 7 p.m., and is $5 per person. For more information, call Amy at 637-7694, Janet at 628-3376 or Michelle at 628-3828.
‘Popol Vuh’
El Teatro Campesino presents “Popol Vuh: Part 3: The Magic Twins,” will run Sept. 9-25, at the El Teatro Campesino Playhouse. Admission is $12-20. ” For more information on show times or to purchase tickets, visit www.elteatrocampesino.com.
‘Metaphor and Mystery’
The Galeria Tonantzin Center for Arts and Humanities will host the “Metaphor and Mystery” exhibit, with painted photographs by Kira Carillo Corser, through Sept. 25, at 115 Third St., in San Juan Bautista. An artist’s reception is Sept. 10, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The gallery hours are Friday-Sunday, from noon to 5 p.m., and from noon to 7 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month. Admission is free. The predominant images in the show are from Venice, Italy, where Corser captured the undercurrents and haunting atmosphere of the medieval European city. For more information, call 623-2783 or visit www.galeriatonantzin.com.
HOLLISTER
Art show at Blak Sage Gallery
Tattoo-inspired artwork by a local tattoo artist will be on display at the Blak Sage Gallery through Oct. 8. An artist’s reception is scheduled for Sept. 16, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Garage sale fundraiser
P.E.O. International, a group dedicated to providing scholarships to San Benito County residents, will host a semi-annual garage sale and fundraiser Sept. 9 and 10, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 1660 Valley View Drive, in Hollister. Members of the public are welcome.
MONTEREY
‘Beowulf’
The Monterey Peninsula College Storybook Theatre will present “Beowulf,” directed by Mickie Mosley Sept. 8-25, with performances at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sundays, at the Carmel Middle School Theatre, 4380 Carmel Valley Road. Tickets are $9-15. The adaptation includes monsters, dragons and Norse gods engaged in an epic struggle. For tickets, call 646-4213 or visit www.mpctheatre.com.
Saturday 9/10
HOLLISTER
Art unscheduled
The Bobby McGee Art Foundation will host and offer free space to create at the Dunne Park Clubhouse art the second Saturday of each month through the rest of the year, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with various activities, workshops and more. Bring your creative side and join. The next event is Sept. 10. For more information contact Bernadine Belaski-McGee at 801-6037.
Amateur radio testing
The San Benito County Amateur Radio Emergency Service volunteer examiners group is sponsoring a testing session Sept. 10, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., for those interested in receive a new or upgraded amateur radio license. The testing will be held at the American Red Cross office, 357 Fifth St., in Hollister. Testing for all levels is offered, technician, general and amateur extra. The cost is $14 and residents should bring a photo ID and a social security card or FRN. For more information, visit www.sbcares.org or e-mail cv*@sc*****.org.
SAN JUAN
Oktoberfest
The Service Club of San Juan is hosting an Oktoberfest event with authentic German food and music, Sept. 10, from noon to 6 p.m., with live music by the Alpiners USA, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Casa Maria, on the corner of First and San Jose streets, in San Juan Bautista. $10 for adults, children under 12 are free. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
TRES PINOS
Hot Cars and Guitars
Mike and Shane Dwight will host the Hot Cars and Guitars tour at Bolado Park, Sept. 10, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The event features a car show as well as musical performances by local blues band the Bornia Boys, Gino Matteo, Chris Cain and Shane Dwight. Admission is $15, plus $3 for parking. Children 12 and under are free. For more information, visit www.hotcarsandguitars.com.
SALINAS
Salinas Valley BeerFest
The Dunwoody Restaurant Group will host the Salinas Valley BeerFest, Sept. 10, with a VIP tasting at 11 a.m. and gates open to the public at noon. The festival will be held in Salinas on San Luis Street, between South Main and Monterey. Tickets are $40 presale or $45 at the gate. They can be purchased in advance at Relax! Grillin’ and Chillin.’ VIP passes are $75 presale or $85 at the gate. More than 20 craft breweries are scheduled to participate. For more information visit www.SalinasValleyBeerFest.com.
Sunday 9/11
HOLLISTER
White dove release
Central Coast Dove and the Hollister Veterans Post 9242 will host a Sept. 11 memorial at the Hollister Veterans Building, 649 San Benito St., in Hollister. The memorial begins at 11:30 a.m. with a dove release at noon. The event will feature the pledge of allegiance led by a Boy Scout troop, the national anthem, a prayer led by the Rev. Ardyss Golden, speakers from the fire department, the police department, the Red Cross and a rifle salute and taps by the VFW with “Amazing Grace” played on the bag pipes. Members of the American Legion Post No. 69 will sell hamburgers with chips and a drink, $3.50 or hot dogs with chips and a drink for $2.50 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and 12:15 p.m. to 3 p.m. as a fundraiser for the group. They will also sell water or soda for $1. For more available information, visit www.911DoveRelease.com
9/11 candlelight ceremony
San Benito High School Associated Student Body will host a memorial for the 10th Anniversary of Sept. 11, in the quad, on Sept. 11, at 7:30 p.m. The event is open the community and will include a candlelight ceremony.
San Juan commemorates 9/11
The San Juan community will host a commemoration of the 10-year anniversary of Sept. 11, from 11 a.m. to noon at the State Historic Park, on Second Street. VFW Post 6359 and Boy Scout Troop 428 will place the flags. Commander Felipe Galvan will lead the pledge of allegiance, “The Star-Spangled Banner” will be sung by Maribel De Alba and the Mission bells will ring 10 times. David Rios will play taps and Cuco Chavez will give an invocation. Mayor Andy Moore will welcome the crowd and Luis Valdez will deliver a keynote address. Firefighters and police officers will participate, as will schools and other local organizations. Refreshments will be served.
Wednesday 9/14
HOLLISTER
Women’s Club meeting
GFWC Women’s Club of Hollister invites the women of the community to their kickoff luncheon to be held at San Juan Oaks on Sept. 14, from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. This volunteer organization has been meeting for 98 years in San Benito County and is active in the community raising funds and giving back in projects like the Kids in the Park, the White Elephant Tea, and Comfort and Care Backpack Project. Reservations should be made with Ruth Mendes da Costa at 636-6592 or ru*****@ho*****.com no later than Monday afternoon Sept. 12. This will be a “getting to know you” meeting and we welcome women of all ages to join us for lunch.
Thursday 9/15
HOLLISTER
Leadership and Community Luncheon
The Community Action Board and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host the Leadership and Community Luncheon Sept. 15, from noon to 1:30 p.m., at the LDS Church Cultural Hall, 1670 Cienega Road, in Hollister. The panel of community leaders will answer questions and offer insight on resources available in San Benito County. Some participants include Pauline Valdivia, mayor of Hollister; Margie Barrios, of the county Board of Supervisors; Jessica French, of the Chamber of Commerce; Diane Ortiz, of Hollister Youth Alliance; Gary Byrne, of Community Foundation; and Mike Sanchez, superintendent of schools. RSVPs are requested by Sept. 9 to Elaine Kovanda at bu********@ya***.com or 801-0656 or Tonia Sunseri at t_********@ya***.com or 902-0005.
Friday 9/16
HOLLISTER
‘Y’ hosts charity golf tourney
The YMCA of San Benito County and Hollister Rotary Club are hosting a charity golf tournament. For $130 per person, individuals can participate in the four-person scramble. The fee includes green fees, cart, range balls, lunch, dinner and awards. For $20, individuals can purchase a “mulli pack,” which includes mulligan, putting contest, prizes, on-course games and refreshments. Dinner only is $35 per guest. Proceeds benefit the YMCA of San Benito County and the Hollister Rotary Club. For more information or to register, call 637-8600 or e-mail rc*****@ym**************.org.
Saturday 9/17
TRES PINOS
Civil War Days
The Tres Pinos Civil War Days is set for Sept. 17 and 18 at the San Benito County Historical Park, 8300 Airline Hwy., in Tres Pinos. Admission is $5 and children under 12 are free. Parking is $3. The event will start at 9 a.m. on Saturday and close at 5 p.m., with a morning parade, camp tours, battles and demos. On Sunday, the event is 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a church service at 10 a.m. For more information, visit www.sbhistoricalsociety.org, www.ncwa.org or call Teresa Thompson at 408-859-3764.
Pre-fair kick-off dinner
The San Benito County Fair will host the annual pre-fair kick off dinner Sept. 17, from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., on the fairgrounds patio at Bolado Park. This year the event is a fundraiser, which includes dinner and a live auction. Tickets are $20, and are available at the fair office, Rancher’s Feed, Postal Graphics and the San Benito Chamber of Commerce office. For more information, call 628-3421.
SAN JUAN
Cactus and succulent show
The Cactus and Succulent Society of the Monterey Bay Area will host a show Sept. 17 and 18, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the courtyard of Jardines de San Juan Restaurant, 115 Third St. Admission is free. The show provides an opportunity to get acquainted with the world of drought resistant plants and to purchase them. For more information, call 758-6645.
California, Then & Now exhibit
A new art show, “California, Then & Now,” will run at the Mission Gallery, 106 Third St., from Sept. 17 through Nov. 1. The exhibit features the work of Dave Sellers, an oil painter who is showing pieces from his “artist notebook.” The smaller, more affordable pieces include a combination of oil painting, pencil sketches and artist’s notes. Dave Sellers will be on site for a meet the artist event Sept. 17, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., weekdays and Saturdays except Tuesday. It is open noon to 6 p.m. on Sundays. For more information, call 623-2960.
HOLLISTER
Downtown fall clean-up
The Hollister Downtown Association and Recology San Benito are sponsoring a downtown fall clean up Sept. 17, from 8 to 11 a.m. They are inviting service clubs, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4-H clubs, youth group, students needing community service hours and community-minded adults to volunteer their time. Bring brooms, dustpans, clippers, garden gloves and shovels. To participate or for more information, call 636-8406.
Scout-O-Rama
The Boy Scouts will host a Scout-O-Rama at Veterans Memorial Park, Sept. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., for residents who would like to find out more about Scouting. The activities include an open class pinewood derby at 11 a.m., a district pinewood derby at noon, an obstacle course, emergency preparedness and cooking demonstrations, water rocket launches, crafts, concessions and more. Enter for a chance to win prizes. For more information, call Ann Ventura at 408-218-9511.
Renaissance Faire
The Northern California Renaissance Faire will run Sept. 17 through Oct. 16, Saturdays and Sundays, at Casa de Fruta, gate 6. The only event includes costumed performers, entertainment, fine foods and handmade crafts. For information and tickets, visit www.norcalrenfaire.com.
Fundraiser trip to casino
The Hollister Community Center Senior Group is having a fundraiser trip to Chukchansi Casino Sept. 17. The group will depart at 7:30 a.m. The cost is $30. Each participant will receive $10 e-cash and a $5 food coupon. For more information, call Pauline at 637-9275 or Dolly at 637-1980.
MONTEREY
Coastal Trail Walk
Suicide Prevention Service of the Central Coast is hosting the fifth annual Costal Trail Walk Sept. 17, with registration from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. The walk will begin at 10 a.m., followed by raffle prizes and souvenirs for the walkers. Suicide Prevention Service provides 24-hour, free, confidential and bilingual suicide crisis lines for the community, as well as free educational materials, youth presentations and community trainings. Walkers of all ages, abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to participate in the walk, which raises money for the agency. For more information or to register, call 877-311-9255 or visit www.coastaltrailwalk.org.
Monday 9/19
HOLLISTER
Exchange club tourney
The Hollister Exchange Club will host a golf tournament at the Bolado Park Golf Course Sept. 19, with a noon tee off time. The tournament includes men and women’s four-men best ball scramble for $55 per person. The cost includes 18 holes, a cart for 2, a barbecue steak lunch, tee prizes, close to the pin prizes for first, second and third, and a chance to win a Chevy vehicle with a hole-in-one on hole No. 4. Sign up by Sept. 16 at the Bolado Golf Course. For more information, call Gene Francis at 637-7762 or Rick Rhodes at 637-3832.
Thursday 9/22
MONTEREY
Monterey Birding Festival
The seventh-annual Monterey Bay Birding Festival is Sept. 22-25. The festival offers expert-led field trips, specialized birding outings for beginners, slough safaris on Elkhorn Slough via kayak and pontoon boats, and much more. For more information and for prices visit www.montereybaybirding.org. The registration fee for the four-day festival is $40. One-day registration is also available and pricing for a variety of activities starts at $10.
Friday 9/23
GILROY
Soul Kiss to perform at winery
Local band Soul Kiss will perform Sept. 23 at Sarah’s Vineyard, 4005 Hecker Pass Hwy. in Gilroy. The free concert will be held on the lawn of the vineyard, with doors opening at 6 p.m. Music begins at 7, with last call at 9:30 p.m. Food from local caterers will be available for purchase or guests can bring a picnic meal. There is no cover charge and the event is open to adults 21 and over. For more information call 877-44-PINOT.
Saturday 9/24
PINNACLES
Condor Comeback 2011
The public is invited to attend Condor Comeback 2011 on the fee-free National Public Lands Day, Sept. 24, at Pinnacles National Monument. Up to two young California condors will be released for their first flight during the release celebration, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. No entrance fee will be charged. The Condor Comeback will feature two large flat panel video display screens that will carry a live, remote video feed from the backcountry condor facility to the Pinnacles Visitor Center. Visitors can watch the young condors in the facility pen and the first flight of any released birds. There will be speakers, informational and educational booths staffed by rangers and park partners, an activity booth for children, and a volunteer micro-trash pickup. The event will be held at the Pinnacles Visitor Center near the campground on the east side of the park, accessed from Hwy. 25 south of Hollister. Further details of the release event are available on the Pinnacles National Monument website at www.nps.gov/pinn or by calling Pinnacles at 389-4486, ext. 267.
Friday 9/30
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Summer movies series
A summer movies series ends Sept. 30 at the San Juan Bautista Elementary soccer field, with a viewing of “Vertigo.” All viewings are free and start at sunset. All children must 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.
Ranger-led hikes along the Anza Trail
Guests can join rangers for hikes along the Anza Trail Sept. 30. The hikes begin near Old Stage Coach Road at 6 p.m. Hikers should dress in layers as the trail’s location is influenced by afternoon winds. It may be warmer in lower elevations and then cooler above. Please drink water and wear hiking or tennis shoes with good tread. The hike is scheduled early enough so that participants can enjoy the free summer movie series at the San Juan Bautista School soccer field and/or enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. The program is presented in partnership between the National Park Service, Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail and California State Park San Juan Bautista Historic Park. For more information, call 623-4881.
October
Saturday 10/1
HOLLISTER
Memorial golf tourney
The Gerald Rawn Memorial Endowment Golf Tournament is Oct. 1, with registration beginning at 9 a.m., at Ridgemark Golf and Country Club. There will be a shotgun start at 11 a.m. and a barbecue dinner following the tournament at 4 p.m. The cost is $100 per person and includes golf, a cart, range balls and the barbecue dinner. The tournament raises money for scholarships for Boy Scout Troop 436, of Hollister, to be used for summer camp or college tuition. Gerald Rawn, who died in 1998, was a Scoutmaster for the troop for eight years and helped to re-enlist the troop in the 1980s. For more information, call Christopher Rawn at 689-7664 or visit www.rawn.org.
SAN JUAN
Living History Days
The San Juan State Historic Park will host Living History Days Oct. 1, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Meet mountain men, Civil War soldiers, Victorian ladies and more. Enjoy crafts and cooking demonstrations. See historic horse-drawn vehicles inside the Plaza Stables and Victorian furnishings in the Plaza Hotel or Zanetta family home. Old-fashioned sodas will be available for purchase in the Plaza Hotel Saloon. Living History Days are held the first Saturday of every month.
GILROY
Passport Weekend
The Wineries of Santa Clara Valley will host a Passport Weekend Oct. 1 and 2, featuring wine and food pairings at more than 20 wineries, including Casa de Fruta. For more information or tickets, visit www.SantaClaraWines.com.
Saturday 10/8
AROMAS
Bill Staines performs
The Aromas Community Grange will host folk music icon Bill Staines Oct. 8, at 7 p.m. Staines has 26 recordings to his credit and has written more than 300 songs. Admission to the all-ages show is a $15 donation and refreshments will be available for purchase. Staines will be on hand at 6:30 p.m. to talk with guests and to sell CDs or books. For tickets or more information, call Doug Clark at 726-2322 or visit www.acousticmusic.com/staines.
Saturday 10/15
HOLLISTER
Eric Tognazzini Memorial Benefit BBQ
The Eric Tognazzini Memorial Benefit barbecue will be Oct. 15, from 5:30 to 11 p.m., at the Hollister elks Lodge. Tickets are $25 or $300 for a special reserved table for 10. Enjoy a barbecue dinner prepared by the Brignatino family, a raffle, silent auction, music, bocce ball, horseshoes and more. No host bar. Tickets are available at Postal Graphics, Mars Hill Coffeehouse and Drapoel’s. For more information, go to www.tognazzinimemorial.com.
Saturday 10/22
HOLLISTER
Condor Classic returns
The Condor Classic Bicycle Ride will be Oct. 22, starting at San Benito High School. The routes include a coastal challenge of 100 miles, the San Juan Trek of 75 miles, the Santa Ana Valley Ride of 40 miles, and the family friendly ride of 15 miles. The ride fee is $80 per person for the three longer rides or $50 per person for the family friendly ride. For more information, visit www.condorclassic.com.
Saturday 10/29
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Red Ribbon Run
San Benito County Behavioral Health Services will host the 22nd annual Red Ribbon Run 5K and 1 mile fun walk, Oct. 29, starting at the San Juan Bautista State Historic Park. The walk begins at 9:30 a.m. and the run starts at 10 a.m. Raffle prizes and a trophy ceremony will be held after the run. Also after the run, guest speaker Debbie Allen will be the guest speaker for the drug and alcohol awareness event that raises money for prevention in local schools. Registration for the 1-mile fun walk is $10 for adults and children 12 and up, $5 for children 11 and under, or $10 each for the walk and a T-shirt. The 5K is $25 for adults and children 12 and up if registered before Oct. 15 or $30 for late registration. The 5K is $20 for children 11 and under if registered before Oct. 15, or $25 for late registration. The combined run and walk is $30 for adults and children 12 and up for those registered by Oct. 15, or $35 for late registration. The combined run walk is $20 for children under 11 who register by Oct. 15, or $25 for late registration. Some discounted registration is available online at active.com. For more information, call 636-4020 or visit www.sbcprevention.com.
November
Saturday 11/5
HOLLISTER
Rancho-Maze Band Craft Boutique
The Rancho-Maze middle school band members will host a craft boutique at Rancho San Justo Middle School, on Nov. 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature direct sale and craft vendors, as well as drawings throughout the day. All proceeds benefit the band. Vendor applications are available by calling Mary Chase, at 809-5045 or by e-mailing ra*************@ya***.com.
