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SUMMARY:AAUW Membership Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:AAUW SPRING MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON \nMark your calendars for a thought-provoking and delightful lunch on Saturday\, May 19th with the Gilroy Branch of AAUW (American Association of University Women).  The featured speaker will be Julie Reynolds Martinez\, investigative journalist.  Julie was a staff writer at the Monterey County Herald for ten years.  Her reporting has appeared on PBS\, NPR\, Discovery Channel\, The Nation and many other media outlets.  In 2009 she was selected as a Nieman Fellow at Harvard and in 2011 as a Steinbeck Fellow at San Jose State.  Julie is a co-founder of Voices of Monterey Bay\, an online source of news and commentary for the Central Coast. \nLuncheon guests may buy tickets for the handmade king sized blue and white quilt and other items on display.  The winner of this year’s beautiful quilt will be announced at the close of the luncheon.  Monies raised will go to the AAUW local scholarship fund.  Membership in AAUW is open to all who have Associate\, Baccalaureate or RN degrees.  Nationally AAUW supports education and equality for women.  The Gilroy Branch supports Tech Trek summer camp at Stanford for middle school girls\, high school and community college scholarships. \nCafe Thyme will provide several gourmet choices for lunch\, which begins at 11:30 AM.  The cost is $30.  Make your reservations and menu choice by May 11th.  Call or email Janet Espersen at 408-702-8706 or janetespersen@yahoo.com or Thelma Raby at 408-427-7439 or tmraby@gmail.com   Come and bring a friend!  Our branch includes San Benito County also.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/aauw-membership-luncheon/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180329T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180329T235959
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SUMMARY:History of our County--Highlights from our Past
DESCRIPTION:The San Benito County Historical Society will present a brief history of our County on Wednesday\, March 28th at the Wapple House Museum\, 498 Fifth Street. The presentation will begin at 7:00 pm\, and we invite the public to join us–discover the answer to these questions and more. \n\nHow did the Gold Rush shape our history?\nWhat has changed along your commute on Highway 25 in the last 100 years?\nWhat is a Wiggle Tail?\nHow did Hollister change after the 1906 earthquake?\nWhat year was Downtown Hollister covered in a blanket of white?\n\nJust because you grew up in San Benito County\, doesn't mean you know all the answers! \nJoin us for a look back at some of the highlights of our past and enjoy some refreshments after the show. \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/history-of-our-county-highlights-from-our-past/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Lectures,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180311T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180311T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20180308T050724Z
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SUMMARY:Women's History Month: American Women and the Great War
DESCRIPTION:PACIFIC GROVE\, Calif. – On Sunday\, March 11\, 2018\, Asilomar State Beach and Conference Grounds will present “American Women and the Great War” – one of several statewide events commemorating the centennial of World War I. As part of the National War Works Council\, the Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) trained women who would provide support to the war effort – both in this country and abroad. \nA full day of activities is planning for this Annual celebration of Women’s History Month\, including two lectures presented by Dr. Karen English\, Professor of Literature at San Jose State University\, and Jolie Velazquez\, Chair of Centennial Events for the California WWI Association. \nWHAT:	YWCA presentation of “American Women and the Great War”\nWHEN: 	Sunday\, March 11\, 2018 \n11:00 a.m. – 12 noon – “A Broken World: WWI Poetry by American Women”\nDr. Karen English\, San Jose State University at Dodge Chapel Auditorium\n12 noon – 2:00 p.m. – Docent-led Tours of Julia Morgan buildings.\nMeet at the Hearst Social Hall – tours depart every half hour from California State Parks desk.\n1:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. – WWI Displays at Dodge Chapel Auditorium\n3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – “The YWCA in the Great War: From Social Service to Military Victory”\nJolie Velazquez\, Chair of Centennial Events for the California WWI Historical Association at Dodge Chapel Auditorium \nWHO:	Dr. Karen English\, Professor of Literature at San Jose State University\n		Jolie Velazquez\, Chair of Centennial Events for the California WWI Association	 \nWHERE: 	Asilomar State Beach & Conference Grounds\nParking is free and available on the Conference Grounds in designated spaces. Allow additional walking time from your car to the Dodge Chapel Auditorium. \nADDITIONAL:\nLectures and tours are FREE but due to limited seating\, reservations are needed! Email: Asilomar.Interp@parks.ca.gov\, or leave call back number for confirmation: (831) 646-6443.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/womens-history-month-american-women-and-the-great-war/
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180210T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180210T235959
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SUMMARY:San Juan Bautista Historical Society
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URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-juan-bautista-historical-society/
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180127T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180129T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20180112T114001Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Weekend Monterey Bay 2018
DESCRIPTION:Startup Weekend Monterey Bay (SWMB) is the place to form a team\, create a prototype of your idea\, validate your business idea\, and receive feedback from experienced entrepreneurs\, all in one weekend. At SWMB\, you’ll be immersed in the ideal environment full of innovation\, education\, and action for startup magic to happen. This ultimate hands-on learning experience\, will allow aspiring entrepreneurs to collaborate with innovators from various disciplines\, for an intensive experience in developing your own startup.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/startup-weekend-monterey-bay-2018/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Meetings,Schools,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171207T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171207T235959
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CREATED:20171128T011752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171128T011752Z
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SUMMARY:Guest lecture/booksigning by Jim Ostdick. Public is invited
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/guest-lecture-booksigning-by-jim-ostdick-public-is-invited/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171207T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171207T235959
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CREATED:20171121T044052Z
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SUMMARY:16th Annual Weed Management Seminar for Ranchers
DESCRIPTION:Hollister Veterans Memorial Building \n649 San Benito Street\, Hollister\, CA \nThe San Benito County Weed Management Area is holding its 16th Annual Continuing Education Seminar for Ranchers on Thursday\, December 7 from 7:30 am to 11:35 am at the Hollister Veterans Memorial building. The event is free! Come learn about managing rangeland weeds and bring weeds from your ranch to have them identified by a botanist!  The Department of Pesticide Regulation has approved 2.5 hours of pesticide continuing education credit (including 1 hour of Laws and Regulations). \nThanks so much to Bolado Park Event Center for sponsoring the event! \nFor meeting agenda click here. If you have additional questions\, contact Devii Rao at drorao@ucanr.edu or 831-389-4397 x14.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/16th-annual-weed-management-seminar-for-ranchers/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171115T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171115T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20161127T154024Z
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SUMMARY:San Benito County Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:By unanimous vote\, the San Benito County Board of Supervisors established the Parks and Recreation Commission on December 6\, 2006. Dedicated to the enhancement of park and recreation opportunities in the county\, this advisory commission makes recommendations to the Board on the: Use of existing county park facilities Need for future park facilities Development of recreational activities and programs Use of federal\, state\, and local funds for parks and recreation facilities and activities Joint use of park facilities Coordination with federal\, state\, and local parks and recreation agencies to enhance the use of park facilities throughout the county
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-benito-county-parks-and-recreation-commission-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Government,Lectures,Meetings,Schools,Sports-Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171114T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171114T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20171109T063000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171109T063000Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop on Medicare Open Enrollment
DESCRIPTION:Medicare open enrollment\, Oct 15 – Dec 7\, is here! \nNow is the time for Medicare beneficiaries to compare plans and make sure they have the right health and prescription drug coverage for 2018–and potentially save money. \nJoin the Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) of Senior Network Services on Tuesday\, November 14\, at 10:00 a.m. at the Hollister Community and Senior Center\, 300 West Street\, Hollister\, to find out what all your options are for Medicare in 2018. \nThis forum is free and open to the public. No reservations required; first-come\, first-seated. \nCall HICAP at 637-0630 or go to the Senior Network Services website (www.seniornetworkservices.org) for dates\, times\, and locations on the complete series of educational forums.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/workshop-on-medicare-open-enrollment/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171028T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171028T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20171023T073805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171023T073805Z
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SUMMARY:Dia De Los Muertos-A Celebration of Life
DESCRIPTION:Dia De Los Muertos-A Celebration of Life at the Luck Library in San Juan Bautista. \nStories\, Crafts and Snacks will be offered at this youth event. \nSee you at the SJB Library!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-a-celebration-of-life/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171026T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171123T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20171020T010351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171020T010351Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Night Hike at Pinnacles National Park
DESCRIPTION:When the sun goes down at Pinnacles\, a new side of the park emerges.  \nJoin a ranger to explore what happens in the park after dark. The night hike will be a one-mile\, 60-90 minute hike through relatively flat terrain. All visitors should bring a flashlight. Red flashlights or headlamps are preferred\, but red cellophane will be provided for those with regular lights. Visitors should also bring water. Temperatures drop significantly in the park after dark\, so dress warmly in layers\, and wear comfortable shoes. All children must be accompanied by an adult and be able to walk the entire distance. \n  \nHikes are limited to 25 participants\, with no more than 6 per group. Registration is required. Visit the Pinnacles National Park Foundation website to signup.\n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/guided-night-hike-at-pinnacles-national-park/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Lectures,Meetings,Sports-Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171021T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171021T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20171019T011109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171019T011109Z
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SUMMARY:Authors' Expo At Carl Martin Luck Memorial Library
DESCRIPTION:Authors' Expo At Carl Martin Luck Memorial Library \nSan Juan Bautista Library Auxiliary is proud to host five local Authors on Saturday\, October 21st from 12:00 to 2 p.m. Come by to hear these authors speak about their written work. \nMeet These Authors! \nJim Ostdick\, author of "Palomino Nation." This book chronicles Ostdick’s 2016 coast to coast walk across America in support of the R.E.A.C.H. San Benito Parks Foundation. \nJulie F. Morris\, author of “Exit Strategy.” Her novel is based in the fictional town of Las Flores and is about a nationwide E-Coli outbreak. Finigan Morris set the story in 2008 to coincide with the housing and financial crisis and bring to light the financial struggles of agricultural workers. \nJoyce Oroz\, author of “Pushing Up Daisy.” Oroz worked as a commercial artist for many years until she rediscovered her love of writing. Joyce lives in California\, where she conjures up incredible mysteries for her protagonist\, Josephine\, to solve. \nLaynee Reyna\, artist and author of “Wolf Dreamer of the Longest Night Moon” illustrates the exquisite beauty of nature and expands awareness and respect for the nobility of wolves. Elayne was a military medic during wartime and she is an honored veteran. \nJeff Sunzeri\, author of “The Nevada Club\,” History of Reno's Nevada Club Casino\, Fitzgerald's Hotel and Casino. He writes of illegal gambling in Detroit\, and the early days of Reno. Includes Primadonna\, Harrah's\, The Horseshoe\, and other downtown Reno casinos. This book includes beautiful\, original\, scarce\, and historic photos with many in full color. \nQuestion and Answer period and Book Signing will follow. \nCarl Martin Luck Memorial Library \n801 Second Street\, San Juan Bautista\, CA \n  \nFor more information: \nCall 831-623-4687 or Email: library@san-juan-bautista.ca.us \n  \nAbout San Juan Bautista Library Auxiliary: \nA Non-profit group that supports the San Juan Bautista City Library (aka Carl Martin Luck Memorial Library) by helping to bring in new educational programs to the community.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/authors-expo-at-carl-martin-luck-memorial-library/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171019T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171019T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20170628T235752Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Summit
DESCRIPTION:A Women’s Summit will be hosted by the Community Foundation for San Benito County Women’s Fund on Wednesday\, October 18\, 2017 at San Juan Oaks Golf Club from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The event will benefit women and girls in San Benito County. \nThe evening will be filled with information and inspiration\, beginning with Keynote Speaker\, Margaret D’Arrigo\, Vice President of Taylor Farms\, continuing with a panel discussion addressing pressing issues facing women and girls\, and wrapping up with powerful impact stories from our community.  \nTickets are available by contacting Stephanie Hicks at shicks@cffsbc.org.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/womens-summit-2/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171013T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190301T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20171011T093531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T093531Z
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SUMMARY:What's Happening at SJB Library?
DESCRIPTION:The Carl Luck Library in the City of San Juan Bautista has many offerings over the next few months.  Currently\, there is a book sale of $3 per bag of books\, daily until November 18th.  An upcoming Author's Expo is being held on Saturday\, October 21st from 12-1 p.m.  Among our local authors\, Jim Ostdick and Julie Morris will be present.  On Saturday\, October 28th from Noon to 2 pm SJBLA will be holding a Dia de los Muertos Stories and Crafts time for students and their families.  This will be a time to prepare for the upcoming festivities by creating a Calavera Mask\, Nicho for your altar\, floral headpiece\, and hear stories about what these traditions mean.  On Thursday\, Nov. 9th at 5:30 pm\, we will be holding our "What's Up?" Autumn Mixer\, where we can mix and meet with man library users and our community.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/whats-happening-at-sjb-library/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fundraiser,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171006T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171006T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20170923T044918Z
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SUMMARY:Pinnacles Gateway Partners Evening at Paicines Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Interested community members\, business owners\, and elected officials are invited to an evening gathering of the Pinnacles Gateway Partners at Paicines Ranch on Thursday\, October 5th. \nThe evening program will include a guided ranch tour from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.\, followed by a picnic supper from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. and a presentation by Pinnacles National Park about the Condor Recovery Program. \nThe mission of the Pinnacles Gateway Partners is to communicate and work together to protect resources\, to inspire visitors\, and to foster economic prosperity and community enrichment for the long-term stewardship of Pinnacles National Park and its gateway communities. One of the group's goals is to capitalize on the strategic location of gateway communities as entry points to Pinnacles National Park for the economic benefit of these communities. \nThe group meets every other month\, and rotates meeting location among the gateway communities\, including Hollister\, King City\, San Juan Bautista\, Soledad\, Greenfield\, and Salinas. \nLogistics for this event require a reservation and $15 fee for a box dinner.   RSVP by September 28th to Linda_Stonier@nps.gov.   For more information about the Pinnacles Gateway Partners or this event\, contact Linda Stonier at linda_stonier@nps.gov.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/pinnacles-gateway-partners-evening-at-paicines-ranch/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170909T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170909T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20170906T025825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170906T025825Z
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SUMMARY:UC Master Gardeners Annual Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:UC Master Gardeners know a great garden when they see one. So each year\, they raise funds for their educational programs by presenting a tour of outstanding gardens somewhere in the Monterey Bay area. This year the UC Master Gardener tour will be held in Santa Cruz\, on Saturday\, September 9\, 2017\, and will highlight eight unique gardens that are "waterwise and wildlife friendly." \nAll within an easy day's drive in the City of Santa Cruz\, these gardens will demonstrate how any gardener can reduce their water use while still creating spectacular\, healthy\, and useable spaces for their families. You will see Mediterranean and native plants\, water saving gardening techniques\, and habitats that provide safe havens for the pollinators we need and small mammals that share our suburban spaces. \nBesides the gardens\, you won't want to miss the Garden Tour Headquarters at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History to enjoy: \na plant sale\, with more than 500 plants propagated by UC Master Gardeners\, and \nfree presentations on gardening "waterwise and wildlife friendly" including: \n"Bringing Nature Back to Tyrrell Park" by Nancy Lenz \nLearn how a handful of neighbors teamed up with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and city's Parks and Recreation Department to transform a creekside jungle of invasives into a pollinator and California native plant haven. \n"Creating Wildlife Friendly Garden" by Tai Moses \nLocal author\, Tai Moses\, is at the vanguard of the movement to protect native wildlife in our communities and has lots of recommendations for making your garden a safe habitat for our wild neighbors. \nTickets are $25 in advance ($30\, the day of the tour) and are available on the UC Master Gardeners website – www.mgmb.ucanr.edu – or at participating nurseries listed on the website. \nAbout UC Master Gardeners of Monterey Bay: \nUC Master Gardeners of Monterey Bay is a volunteer organization affiliated with UC Cooperative Extension's Master Gardener Program. Our mission is: \nTo extend research based knowledge and information on home horticulture\, pest management\, and sustainable landscape practices to California residents. \nUC Master Gardener programs include a gardening hotline\, speakers bureau\, information booths\, demonstration gardens\, events\, and special projects.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/uc-master-gardeners-annual-garden-tour/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fundraiser,Lectures,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170909T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170909T235959
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SUMMARY:UC Master Gardeners of Monterey Bay Area Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:UC Master Gardeners know a great garden when they see one! So each year\, they raise funds for their free educational programs by presenting a tour of outstanding gardens somewhere in the Monterey Bay area. This year the UC Master Gardener tour will be held in Santa Cruz\, on Saturday\, September 9\, 2017\, and will highlight eight unique gardens that are “waterwise and wildlife friendly.”All within an easy day’s drive in the City of Santa Cruz\, these gardens will demonstrate how any gardener can reduce water use and still create spectacular\, useable spaces fortheir families.  You will see Mediterranean and native plants\, water saving gardening techniques\, and habitats that provide safe havens for the pollinators we need and the small mammals that share our suburban spaces. \nBesides the gardens\, you won’t want to miss the Garden Tour Headquarters at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History to enjoy: a plant sale\, with more than 500 plants propagated by UC Master Gardeners\, and free presentations on gardening “waterwise and wildlife friendly” including: \n“Creating Wildlife Friendly Garden” by Tai MosesLocal author\, Tai Moses\, is at the vanguard of the movement to protect native wildlife in our communities and has lots of recommendations for making your garden a safe habitat for our wild neighbors. \n“Bringing Nature Back to Tyrrell Park” by Nancy LenzLearn how a handful of neighbors teamed up with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and city’s Parks and Recreation Department to transform a creekside jungle of invasives into a pollinator and California native plant haven.   \nTickets are $25 in advance ($30\, day of the tour) and are available on the UC Master Gardeners website –  www.mgmb.ucanr.edu – or at participating nurseries listed on the website.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/uc-master-gardeners-of-monterey-bay-area-garden-tour/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170826T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170826T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20170816T030034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170816T030034Z
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SUMMARY:How to Make a Keyhold Garden
DESCRIPTION:UC Master Gardeners of Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties will present a FREE class on August 26 on How to Make a Keyhole Garden. Come learn this new technique for creating a raised garden bed with a compost bin built-in! \nKeyhole gardens are circular raised beds in which crops are planted around an active composting basket in the center. A small aisle is built into the structure to access the compost basket\, creating a unique "keyhole" shape. Kitchen scraps and grey water are added to the compost basket for continuous replenishment of the soil. The soil in the bed is also layered to boost its ability to maintain moisture and nourishment. \nTaught by our popular composting instructor\, UC Master Gardener Otis Johnson\, the class will be held from 10 am to noon at the MG Demonstration Garden next to the rear parking lot at 1430 Freedom Blvd in Watsonville. To register\, please visit mbmg.org. \nThe UC Master Gardeners also invite you to their "Hands on With Master Gardeners" public days at the Watsonville Demonstration Garden every Wednesday morning and every third Saturday of the month through the fall. Drop by any time between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon. You are welcome to bring plant samples and questions as well.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/how-to-make-a-keyhold-garden/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170820T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170820T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20170810T061512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170810T061512Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Ranger
DESCRIPTION:Emily McDermott will be on hand to meet and answer questions about the Pinnacles National Park. 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/meet-the-ranger/
CATEGORIES:Government,Lectures,Meetings,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170809T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170809T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20161127T153608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161127T153608Z
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SUMMARY:San Benito Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:By unanimous vote\, the San Benito County Board of Supervisors established the Parks and Recreation Commission on December 6\, 2006. Dedicated to the enhancement of park and recreation opportunities in the county\, this advisory commission makes recommendations to the Board on the: Use of existing county park facilities Need for future park facilities Development of recreational activities and programs Use of federal\, state\, and local funds for parks and recreation facilities and activities Joint use of park facilities Coordination with federal\, state\, and local parks and recreation agencies to enhance the use of park facilities throughout the county
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-benito-parks-and-recreation-commission-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Government,Lectures,Meetings,Sports-Recreation,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170726T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170726T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20170719T091333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170719T091333Z
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SUMMARY:Meet The Author! Local Writer Speaks About Her Book.
DESCRIPTION:Meet The Author!  Join Us at Carl Martin Luck Memorial Library in San Juan Bautista to hear Local Author\, Julie Morris; speak about her book "Exit Strategy."  \nBooks will be available to purchase.  Refreshments served and no charge to attend. \nThis event will take place on Wednesday\, July 26th at 11:00 a.m. \nFor more information please call: \nCarl Martin Luck Memorial Library \n801 Second St.\, San Juan Bautista \n(831) 623-4687
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/meet-the-author-local-writer-speaks-about-her-book/
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170629T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170629T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20161127T140835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161127T140835Z
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SUMMARY:City of Hollister Planning Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:City of Hollister Planning Commission is a five member committee appointed by the City Council to review matters related to planning and development. These meetings consider land use matters\, which include such things as the General Plan\, specific plans\, rezoning\, use permits\, and subdivisions.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/city-of-hollister-planning-commission-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Government,Lectures,Meetings,Neighborhood Associations,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170513T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170513T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20170426T112140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170426T112140Z
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SUMMARY:UC Master Gardeners 11th Annual FREE Smart Garden Fair
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, May 13\, the UC Master Gardeners of Monterey Bay will present their annual FREE Smart Gardening Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Jewell Park in Pacific Grove.  A colorful marketplace of “all things gardening”\, the event aims to inspire and educate local gardeners of all levels\, with special focus on sustainable and water-wise practices.  Participants will enjoy a wide range of informative and enjoyable presentations\, demonstrations and vendor booths. \nEach hour from 10 am to 3 pm\, local gardening professionals will give educational presentations on popular gardening topics\, while hands-on gardening demonstrations will be given continually throughout the day.  Between these educational activities\, participants will want to browse the booths of community organizations and gardening-related businesses offering information\, goods and services to help in the garden. A Children’s Activity Booth and food vendors complete the array of activities.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/uc-master-gardeners-11th-annual-free-smart-garden-fair/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Lectures,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170510T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170510T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20161127T153116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161127T153116Z
UID:10001847-1494374400-1494460799@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:San Benito County Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:By unanimous vote\, the San Benito County Board of Supervisors established the Parks and Recreation Commission on December 6\, 2006. Dedicated to the enhancement of park and recreation opportunities in the county\, this advisory commission makes recommendations to the Board on the: Use of existing county park facilities Need for future park facilities Development of recreational activities and programs Use of federal\, state\, and local funds for parks and recreation facilities and activities Joint use of park facilities Coordination with federal\, state\, and local parks and recreation agencies to enhance the use of park facilities throughout the county
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-benito-county-parks-and-recreation-commission-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Government,Lectures,Meetings,Neighborhood Associations,Rally-Causes,Schools,Sports-Recreation,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170509T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170509T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20170406T050435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170406T050435Z
UID:10001933-1494288000-1494374399@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Women's Fund Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar now and reserve your seat for the 12th Annual Women’s Fund Luncheon Tuesday\, May 9 at the Hyatt Regency Monterey.  \nRegistration begins at 11:00 AM with the program starting at 12 noon. Keynote speaker Tracy Gary is a philanthropist\, nonprofit entrepreneur\, and legacy mentor who has worked tirelessly to help others experience the joy of giving charitable dollars to causes they care about. She is the author of Inspired Philanthropy: Your Step by Step Guide to Creating a Giving Plan and Leaving a Legacy. \nProceeds from the lunch will fund Girls’ Health in Girls’ Hands college scholarships.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/womens-fund-luncheon-2/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Lectures,Rally-Causes,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170509T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170509T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20170406T050152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170406T050152Z
UID:10001932-1494288000-1494374399@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Women's Fund Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar now and reserve your seat for the 12th Annual Women’s Fund Luncheon Tuesday\, May 9 at the Hyatt Regency Monterey.  \nRegistration begins at 11:00 AM with the program starting at 12 noon. Keynote speaker Tracy Gary is a philanthropist\, nonprofit entrepreneur\, and legacy mentor who has worked tirelessly to help others experience the joy of giving charitable dollars to causes they care about. She is the author of Inspired Philanthropy: Your Step by Step Guide to Creating a Giving Plan and Leaving a Legacy. \nProceeds from the lunch will fund Girls’ Health in Girls’ Hands college scholarships.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/womens-fund-luncheon/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Lectures,Rally-Causes,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170425T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170425T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20170420T104914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T104914Z
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SUMMARY:A Closer Look: Immigration
DESCRIPTION: Closer Look: Using Academic Inquiry to Probe Current Issues\, \na series funded by the Title V Civic Engagement Grant at Gavilan College\, and co-sponsored by the San Benito County Library\, \npresents \nA Closer Look at \nImmigration Policy \nJoin two experts on aspects of immigration policy for a deeper understanding of this critical issue through lecture & discussion.  ALL WELCOME. \n  \nMonday\, April 24\,  7 p.m. at the San Benito County Library Barbara Room in Hollister\, for the community. \n  \n                                                            Featuring: \nDr. Enrique Luna: A  historian with an additional Ed.D in International and Multicultural Studies\, Dr. Luna draws upon his own family’s immigration experience and on his historical expertise to provide a look at how social and economic policies and practices by the US and Mexican governments have helped shape immigration realities. \n  \nDr. Marilyn Chap specializes in the mechanics of marginalization. She will use a sociological focus to examine immigration\, including how immigrants contribute to society\, and current challenges facing our nation\, its immigrants\, and its immigration policies and practices. \n  \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/a-closer-look-immigration/
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170422T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170422T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20170311T002838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170311T002838Z
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SUMMARY:A Closer Look: Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Gavilan College faculty will share their expertise on this important issue\, providing a new and closer look at some aspects of climate change we should all be aware of
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/a-closer-look-climate-change/
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170421T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170421T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20170413T044557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170413T044557Z
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SUMMARY:2017 San Benito County Water Forum
DESCRIPTION:The San Benito County Business Council is hosting the 2017 San Benito County Water Information Forum to update farmers\, businesses\, leaders\, staff and community on the status of agricultural water allocations\, the drought\, local flooding\, federal\, state\, regional and local water agencies\, implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA)\, related issues\, local supplies\, projects\, policy\, quality\, use and conservation. A panel of experts will be providing briefings and on hand to answer questions including Congress Member Jimmy Panetta\, State Assembly Member Anna Caballero\, San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority Water Policy Administrator Ara Azhderian\, San Benito County Water District General Manager Jeff Cattaneo\, Sunnyslope County Water District General Manager Don Ridenhour\, Aromas Water District General Manager Vicki Morris\, Todd Groundwater President Dr. Iris Priestaf\, Veolia Hollister Domestic Water Recycling Facility Project Manager Jim Heitzman\, Grower Shipper Association Vice President Abby Taylor-Silva\, San Benito County Farm Bureau Past President and farmer Richard Bianchi\, Water Resources Association of San Benito County Water Conservation Program Manager Shawn Novack\, Hollister City Manager Bill Avera and San Juan Bautista City Manager Roger Grimsley. \nEvent sponsors include the San Benito County Farm Bureau\, Veolia Water North America\, Central Ag Supply\, Pacific Scientific\, Graniterock\, Gavilan College\, Sierra Pacific Associates\, TriCal\, Inc.\, Todd Groundwater and The Garden Mart. \nThe event will be hosted from 7:30AM to 11:00AM on Friday\, April 21 at San Juan Oaks Golf Club located at 3825 Union Road in Hollister and includes a light breakfast. Admission is $35 discounted to $25 for Business Council members. Sponsorships are available for $500. Registration closes Tuesday\, April 18 and may be completed online at SBCBusinessCouncil.com. Check out the Business Council Facebook Page or contact Business Council Executive Director Kristina Chavez Wyatt for further information at (831) 524-0408 or Kristina@SBCBusinessCouncil.com. \nThe Business Council hosted their first Water Forum in September of 2015 which was very well received. See BenitoLink’s coverage of that event including CMAP video coverage at https://benitolinkcom.wpengine.com/forum-explains-water-situation-san-benito-county. This event has been coordinated in response to requests from local government\, water agency\, agricultural\, community\, land use and business leaders to share facts and resources\, identify issues and opportunities and collaboratively form solutions.  \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/2017-san-benito-county-water-forum/
CATEGORIES:Government,Lectures,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170303T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170303T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T025636
CREATED:20170225T010729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170225T010729Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Challenge Monterey Bay 2017 Orientation in Downtown Hollister
DESCRIPTION:Startup Challenge Monterey Bay is a new business competition and accelerator program that supports the founding\, funding and growth of new and innovative businesses in the Monterey Bay region. It offers workshops\, feedback\, and mentoring to empower entrepreneurs in a competitive process. The City of Hollister is sponsoring an orientation to be hosted 6-7:30PM Thursday evening\, March 2nd at the Hollister City Hall Council Chambers located at 375 5th Street in Downtown Hollister. Nothing inspires and prepares entrepreneurs to bring their ideas to market like Startup Challenge Monterey Bay! \nApplications are due by midnight\, Monday\, March 13th for the 2017 Startup Challenge Monterey Bay. The Challenge is open to all entrepreneurs and start up companies in Monterey\, Santa Cruz and San Benito counties\, as well as the cities of Gilroy and Morgan Hill. Applications are to be completed online at www.thestartupchallenge.org\, and are due March 13th. \nThe competition has three divisions. The Venture Division for businesses designed to grow into large businesses\, the Main Street Division for small businesses\, sole proprietorships\, and non-profits\, and the Student Division for student teams at all levels from high school through graduate school. \nPrizes offered by the Challenge include $1\,500 cash for the winning Student Division team\, $10\,000 cash and $2\,500 in professional services for the winning Main Street company\, and a $20\,000 grand prize in cash and $10\,000 in professional services for the winning Venture Division company \nKey dates for the Challenge are the application deadline on March 13th\, the Qualifying Round pitches on April 8th\, and the Final Round and Venture Showcase on May 12th. \nThe Startup Challenge Monterey Bay is organized by a committee of community members and managed by the Institute for Innovation & Economic Development (iiED). The iiED supports the regional entrepreneurship ecosystem to provide resources entrepreneurs need to be successful.  The Institute also offers programs that engage entrepreneurs and managers worldwide in learning about innovation and entrepreneurial practice. The iiED is an institute of the College of Business at CSU Monterey Bay. For more information\, contact StartupMB@CSUMB.edu (831) 582-3230.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/startup-challenge-monterey-bay-2017-orientation-in-downtown-hollister/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Meetings
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