Car wash for substance abuse program
HOLLISTER
– The San Benito County Substance Abuse Program is hosting a car
wash fundraiser May 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the corner of
Sunnyslope and Memorial drives. An extra fee will be charged for
tires and windows.
Summer Fun Program accepts registration
HOLLISTER
– The SÃ, Se Puede! Learning Center of La Villa Luna Apartments,
850 Hillcrest Road, is now accepting applications for their
upcoming Summer Fun Program.
The program runs June 14-Aug. 6 and is open to students in
kindergarten through fifth grade. Students may choose between a
morning session (9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) and an afternoon session (1:30
p.m.-5 p.m.) for $10 per week for the first child and $5 for every
additional child. Activities include reading, writing, technology,
science and cooking.
There will also be weekly field trips or special events.
The last day for registration is June 4. For more information or
to pick up an application, please call Charles Miller at 637-9097,
e-mail nf************@gm***.com or visit La Villa Luna Apartments,
850 Hillcrest Road.
Car wash for substance abuse program
HOLLISTER – The San Benito County Substance Abuse Program is hosting a car wash fundraiser May 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the corner of Sunnyslope and Memorial drives. An extra fee will be charged for tires and windows.
Summer Fun Program accepts registration
HOLLISTER – The SÃ, Se Puede! Learning Center of La Villa Luna Apartments, 850 Hillcrest Road, is now accepting applications for their upcoming Summer Fun Program.
The program runs June 14-Aug. 6 and is open to students in kindergarten through fifth grade. Students may choose between a morning session (9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) and an afternoon session (1:30 p.m.-5 p.m.) for $10 per week for the first child and $5 for every additional child. Activities include reading, writing, technology, science and cooking.
There will also be weekly field trips or special events.
The last day for registration is June 4. For more information or to pick up an application, please call Charles Miller at 637-9097, e-mail nf************@gm***.com or visit La Villa Luna Apartments, 850 Hillcrest Road.
Work permits available
HOLLISTER – Students between the ages of 12 and 18 years of age who plan to work during the summer must have a “Permit to Employ and Work” on file with the employer during the term of employment. Students can apply for a work permit at their school attendance office, where authorized personnel are available to approve the applications and process the paperwork. Applications for work permits for students attending rural schools may be obtained from the school principal.
Students under 14 years of age are only allowed to work in agriculture-related businesses or the entertainment field. Students are urged to process their applications before school recesses for the summer.
Students not attending a public high school should direct their inquiries about work permits to the San Benito County Office of Education, 460 Fifth St., in Hollister. Employers who employ students without work permits on file, face potential fines of $500 per minor.
Stage Company and Historical Society host fundraiser
HOLLISTER – The San Benito Stage Company and the San Benito County Historical Society will be hosting a fundraiser in which they will “arrest” local citizens who will have to raise money to post bail. The money raised will help with the July production of “Oklahoma,” as well as Historical Society projects. The arrests will take place May 22 or 23, or at the farmers market May 26.
For more information, contact the San Benito Stage Company at 636-0122.
Team Baler launches monthly fundraisers
HOLLISTER – In an effort to raise $100,000 to avoid cutbacks to athletic programs at San Benito High School, team Baler will be hosting a monthly tri-tip barbecue on the second Wednesday of every month. Partners for the fundraiser include Progresso’s Tamale Parlor and Hollister Drive-in Market. The first event will be Saturday, May 22, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Those interested in being part of Team Baler, Balers Supporting Baler Athletes, can pick up a donation form at the San Benito High School Student Payment Center, the student activities office or go to the athletics page, www.haybaler.org and click on the Team Baler link.
Manta Rays open to new members
HOLLISTER – The Manta Rays are a nonprofit, competitive swim team for those who desire to be the best possible swimmers. The team goal is to send swimmers to Stanford to compete at the highest level. The definition of fun for the team is winning and having the swimmers reach their full potential. They keep the team numbers low so the coaches can concentrate on quality.
The team has room for five more swimmers who would like to accomplish something substantial in the sport of swimming and are willing to work for it.
For more information or to sign up, call coach Dave Steele at 637-6559.
Aromas candidate forum
AROMAS – The Aromas Community Grange will host a candidate’s forum May 16, at 4 p.m. at the Grange Hall, the corner of Rose and Bardue avenues. All candidates running for San Benito County sheriff will be present. Candidates for Monterey County Supervisor District 2 will also be present. The candidates will make brief presentations and take questions from the public.
A representative from the League of Women Voters will give an informational presentation on the propositions appearing on the state ballot.
The meeting is free and all are welcome to attend. For more information, call Patty Brown at 726-1503.
Kids Rule camp starts registration
HOLLISTER – The San Benito Stage Company Children’s Summer Theatre Camp, Kids Rule, is open for registration. The camp is June 21-25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is open to boys and girls ages 6 to 13. The week includes workshops in ensemble music, dance movements, acting, improv, pantomime, small group vocals and more.
For more information, call Kristy at 636-6810.
One-Stop hosts employer roundtable
HOLLISTER – The San Benito County One-Stop Career Center will host an Employer Roundtable for small business professionals May 26, from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., at Paine’s Restaurant.
Topics will include how the One-Stop Career Center can save employers money by helping them find qualified candidates as well meeting employment and training needs. Breakfast will be served.
Guest speakers include Nancy Martin, president and CEO of the Economic Development Corporation; Janice Shriver, a labor market consultant with EDD Labor Market Information; Jessica French, president and CEO of the San Benito County Chamber of Commerce; and Brenda Weatherly, the executive director of the Hollister Downtown Association.
The workshop is free and is sponsored by the San Benito County Workforce Investment Board.
RSVP by May 19 to Juanita Calderon at 637-5627 or jc*******@co**.us.
Blue Star Moms collect donations
HOLLISTER – May is Military Appreciation month and it is a time when the South Bay Blue Star Moms collect donations for care packages to be sent to deployed service personnel. Packages will be sent on June 5 and donation barrels are available around town. Some of them can be found at Tranquility Day Spa and Salon, the Oasis Gym, the San Benito County Free Library and San Benito High School. The barrels will be in place through May 21.
Items that are needed include beef jerky, tuna in foil pouches, snack bars, individually-packaged powdered drink mixes, nuts and seeds, coated gum, sun block, chapstick, eye drops, baby and body wipes and boot insoles. Individual or travel size items are preferred.
Members will also be collection APO and FPO addresses of deployed personnel so that they may receive one of the care packages. Lists of names and addresses are not kept on file, but used solely for the upcoming care packaging event and then deleted.
For more information on the South Bay Blue Star Moms group or to send addresses and names to deployed personnel, e-mail Karol Burke at so***************@at*.net.
Red Cross Blood drive
HOLLISTER – The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1670 Cienega Road, in Hollister, June 17, from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Appointments can be made by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or going online to www.redcrossblood.org and entering the sponsor code HOLLISTER. Donors will be entered in a drawing to win a $100 Best Buy gift card.
Rabies vaccination clinic
HOLLISTER – San Benito County’s health and human services agency will be hosting a series of rabies vaccination clinics. The immunization is required for dogs and cats between four months to one year who should be revaccinated within 12 months. After that, the animals can receive the vaccine every three years. Dogs should be leashed at the event and cats should be in a cage or carrier.
The clinics will be held in the Animal Shelter Parking Lot, 1331 South St., in Hollister, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Dates include May 19, June 2, June 16, July 14, and August 11. The fee is $6.
For more information, call the Environmental Health Division at 636-4035 or Hollister Veterinary Clinic at 637-2580.
Events for Mental Health Month
HOLLISTER – San Benito Behavioral Helath will host events at the Esperanza Center, 544 San Benito St., on May 19, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., in honor of Mental Health Month.
The event is meant to bring together community support and to promote a positive view of mental health. It will include face painting, prizes, games and food.
Saddle Horse Parade applications available
HOLLISTER – Applications for participation in the 2010 Saddle Horse Show Parade in downtown Hollister are now available. The parade is scheduled for June 24, the Thursday before the horse show and rodeo at Bolado Park. For information, e-mail br**@sa********************.com, call 637-5315 or go to the office at 650 San Benito St.
Red Barn Run
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA – The Red Barn Run is scheduled for May 23, at 10 a.m.at Windhaven Ranch in San Juan Bautista, to raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The registration fee for the 5K is $38 and for the 10K is $43. Registration cost entitles entrants to a souvenir T-shirt, a barbecue lunch and a free beer for participants 21 and over. Live music will be provided by The Local Groove, and participants can receive a complimentary leg massage. Awards will be given for first, second and third place in each divsion. For more informaiton, to volunteer or to register visit www.redbarnrun.com.
‘Oklahoma’ auditions
HOLLISTER – San Benito Stage Company is holding auditions for its 2010 family production of Roger and Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma,” at the Granada Theatre, May 14, at 6 p.m. and May 15, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Those auditioning should come ready to dance and sing, with sheet music or an instrumental CD. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and no flip flops.
For more information or to make an appointment, call Trish Whalen at 636-0122 or Toni Smith at 664-6805. Visit www.sanbenitostage.org.
Class of 1990 reunion coming up
HOLLISTER – The San Benito High School Class of 1990 will be holding its 20-year reunion Aug. 7. Organizers are looking for classmates who are interested in attending.
For more information, call Julie Neff at 801-6764.
Summer Fun Club starts
 HOLLISTER – Parents looking for a way to entertain kids entering kindergarten through third grade can join the Summer Fun Club. For more information, contact Julia at Je******@ao*.com.
Help preserve history
TRES PINOS – The San Benito County Historical Society is hosting volunteer work days to help maintain the buildings at the San Benito County Historical Park and Village. The volunteer days start at 9 a.m. and end at 3 p.m. Upcoming dates include May 15, July 17 and Oct. 16.
To RSVP or for more information, call Don Pidd at 902-9349 or e-mail do*****@sv*.net. For more information, visit www.sbchistoricalsociety.org.
