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SUMMARY:1st Annual Community Power Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Community Power Festival will be a celebration of CLEAN ENERGY\, COMMUNITY\, and SUSTAINABILITY presented in a family friendly\, educational\, festival format in Santa Cruz’s San Lorenzo Park on Saturday\, July 14 (10am – 4pm) \n  \nFeaturing interactive booths\, local vendors\, community organizations\, food and live music\, the Community Power Festival will provide opportunities to share and learn more about clean energy\, community\, and sustainability. \nTest Drive an Electric Vehicle ● Learn About Solar Power ● Learn More About Clean Energy \nMeet Your New Electricity Provider – Monterey Bay Community Power \nTest Ride an Electric Bike ● Explore a Future Without Fossil Fuels ● Enjoy Live Music \nSupport Local Non-Profits Making a Difference in Your Community
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/1st-annual-community-power-festival-3/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Government,Rally-Causes
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180714T235959
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SUMMARY:1st Annual Community Power Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Community Power Festival will be a celebration of CLEAN ENERGY\, COMMUNITY\, and SUSTAINABILITY presented in a family friendly\, educational\, festival format in Santa Cruz’s San Lorenzo Park on Saturday\, July 14 (10am – 4pm) \n  \nFeaturing interactive booths\, local vendors\, community organizations\, food and live music\, the Community Power Festival will provide opportunities to share and learn more about clean energy\, community\, and sustainability. \nTest Drive an Electric Vehicle ● Learn About Solar Power ● Learn More About Clean Energy \nMeet Your New Electricity Provider – Monterey Bay Community Power \nTest Ride an Electric Bike ● Explore a Future Without Fossil Fuels ● Enjoy Live Music \nSupport Local Non-Profits Making a Difference in Your Community
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/1st-annual-community-power-festival-2/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Government,Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180714T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180714T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20180613T060630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180613T060630Z
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SUMMARY:1st Annual Community Power Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Community Power Festival will be a celebration of CLEAN ENERGY\, COMMUNITY\, and SUSTAINABILITY presented in a family friendly\, educational\, festival format in Santa Cruz’s San Lorenzo Park on Saturday\, July 14 (10am – 4pm) \n  \nFeaturing interactive booths\, local vendors\, community organizations\, food and live music\, the Community Power Festival will provide opportunities to share and learn more about clean energy\, community\, and sustainability. \nTest Drive an Electric Vehicle ● Learn About Solar Power ● Learn More About Clean Energy \nMeet Your New Electricity Provider – Monterey Bay Community Power \nTest Ride an Electric Bike ● Explore a Future Without Fossil Fuels ● Enjoy Live Music \nSupport Local Non-Profits Making a Difference in Your Community
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/1st-annual-community-power-festival/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Government,Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180606T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180606T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20180605T220204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180605T220204Z
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SUMMARY:Robert Rivas Election Party
DESCRIPTION:Robert Rivas\, candidate for Assembly District 30\, would like to invite his supporters to watch the election results come in\, on Tuesday\, June 5. The party will occur at Paine’s Restaurant\, 421 East Street\, Hollister. Local leaders will be in attendance. \nRivas\, a San Benito County Supervisor\, said he appreciates the wide support throughout the district he has received during this primary election. \n“I’ve had a strong campaign because of the hard work of volunteers\, community members\, and local leaders.” said Rivas. “We’ve walked precincts\, made phone calls\, and talked to thousands of voters. I want to thank everyone who has supported me." \nThere is no cost to attend the event\, and there will be live music and food available. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. \nPlease RSVP to Margaret at margaretrebecchi@gmail.com or call 831-524-5488. \nRivas is the officially endorsed candidate for Assembly District 30 of the California Democratic Party. He is endorsed by an extensive list of labor and professional groups including the California Nurses Association\, California Professional Firefighters Association\, California Teachers Association\, California Labor Federation\, SEIU\, AFSCME and Sierra Club. More than 80 local elected officials and many state and local office holders have also endorsed Rivas\, as have the California Legislative Latino Caucus and Equality California. \nFor a complete list of endorsements\, see rivasforassembly.com.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/robert-rivas-election-party/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180531T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180531T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20180526T034752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180526T034752Z
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SUMMARY:San Benito County Housing 101
DESCRIPTION:MEDIA ALERT \nMonterey Bay Economic Partnership’s Housing 101 Comes to San Benito County \nWhat: Monterey Bay Economic Partnership (MBEP) Housing 101 \nWho: MBEP’s Housing Program Manager Matt Huerta joined by San Benito County Board of Supervisors Chairman Anthony Botelho\, San Benito County Supervisor Robert Rivas\, Hollister City Councilmembers Ray Friend and Karson Klauer \nWhy: The purpose of the forum is to build more awareness of San Benito County’s housing efforts and MBEP’s housing initiative aimed at increasing housing supply across our region that addresses all income levels. \nWho should attend: San Benito community members interested in learning about the resources being deployed\, examples of successes in our region and beyond\, and how they can be involved. \nWhen: Wednesday\, May 30 at 6:00PM – 8:00PM \nWhere: Veterans’ Memorial Building 649 San Benito Street\, Hollister
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-benito-county-housing-101/
CATEGORIES:Government,Meetings,Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180530T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180530T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20180528T085907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180528T085907Z
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SUMMARY:Veteran Voices Project\, Book Reading & Reception
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, May 29\, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the San Benito County Historical Society Museum\, there will be a community-wide event to unveil and celebrate a book produced by students enrolled in San Benito High School’s Mexican-American History class. \nListen to student authors read from their newly published\, Veteran Voices Project: Honoring the Experiences and Perspectives of Local Latino Veterans\, and learn about the lives and sacrifices of local Latino veterans. This event is free and open to the public. \nThe Veteran Voices Project is a two-year project by the San Benito County Arts Council to give voice to local veterans’ stories and to engage veterans\, their families and the broader community in the arts. \nThis project is funded through the Veteran Initiative in the Arts Grant from the California Arts Council with support from Voice of Witness\, San Benito High School\, Benitolink\, American Legion Post 69\, VFW Post 9242 and VFW Post 6359. \nFor questions or more information\, please feel free to contact the Arts Council at info@sanbenitoarts.org or 636-2787 or visit www.sanbenitoarts.org.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/veteran-voices-project-book-reading-reception/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Rally-Causes,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170916T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170916T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20170809T014432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170809T014432Z
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SUMMARY:Coastal Trail Walk
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nSuicide Prevention Service is proud to announce our 11th Annual Coastal Trail Walkon\nSaturday\, September 16\, 2017! \nThe annual Coastal Trail Walk offers community members a chance to join together in a celebration of life\, in remembrance of loved ones\, and in support of the services of Suicide Prevention. The walk begins at Window on the Bay Park in Monterey and continues on to just past the Monterey Bay Aquarium\, then returns to the Park for announcements and prizes.  \nThe event follows the commemoration of World Suicide Prevention Day and is a family-friendly event. If you have kids\, pets\, friends\, neighbors—bring them all! \nSchedule \n9 am—Registration begins* \n10 am—Walk begins promptly \n11:45 am—Acknowledgements/Raffle prize giveaway \n*Online registration ends Friday\, September 15\, at 5:00 pm.\nEvent day walk-up registration: cash or check only\, please. \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/coastal-trail-walk-3/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170519T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170519T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20170506T020552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170506T020552Z
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SUMMARY:Parkinson's Support Group
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URL:https://benitolink.com/event/parkinsons-support-group-2/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170510T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170510T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170509T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170509T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
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:20260422T224057
CREATED:20170406T050152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170406T050152Z
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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:20170423T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170424T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20170412T020513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170412T020513Z
UID:10001941-1492905600-1493078399@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Meet the Democratic Delegates--Send the Progressive Voice to Sacramento
DESCRIPTION:We are fortunate to have several of our elected Democratic Party State Assembly delegates (Districts 29 and 30) living in Aromas and San Juan Bautista.  \nBefore our delegates head to Sacramento for the State Democratic Convention in May\, the Anzar Hills Democratic Club–a newly formed group of local progressive voices–will be hosting a Q&A session in the Aromas Town Square on April 23 at 1 PM.  \n\nLocal democrats are invited to attend to share their ideas\, issues and concerns. Please bring a lawn chair and join us. Let's help our delegates learn more about what is important to us and the communities we live in and serve! \nEvent Sponsor: Anzar Hills Democratic Club\, PO Box 645\, Aromas CA 95004\, anzarhillsdemocrats@gmail.com \nLIKE us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Anzar-Hills-Democratic-Club-139812233217573/ \nMission: The Anzar Hills Democratic Club seeks to mobilize and strengthen the progressive voice of our communities through political action to ensure human rights with equality and without exclusion. We believe our voice is strengthened through education\, voter registration and supporting progressive elected leaders and issues.\n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/meet-the-democratic-delegates-send-the-progressive-voice-to-sacramento/
CATEGORIES:Meetings,Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170422T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170422T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20170404T024406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170404T024406Z
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SUMMARY:"NOW IS THE TIME" Heathcare Documetary Screening
DESCRIPTION:Friday April 21st 6:30 PM This documentary delves into what Single Payer healthcare is\, how it saves money and what behind the scenes heroes are doing to clear the fog of misconception that keeps us from moving forward.\n  \n"NOW IS THE TIME" movie Web-site \nLocation  Click for interactive Google map \nFacebook  U.S. Congressman Jimmy Panetta endorses HR676 single payer heath care bill \nCalifornia Single Payer SB562 \nContact: Elle Wakefield  wakefieldelle@gmail.com \n                Nick Brown      nickb201@gmail.com   (408) 201-4070 \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/now-is-the-time-heathcare-documetary-screening/
CATEGORIES:Meetings,Rally-Causes,Volunteer,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170422T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170422T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20170223T072719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170223T072719Z
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SUMMARY:Walk A Mile in Her Shoes
DESCRIPTION:Designed as a men’s march against violence\, Walk A Mile in Her Shoes encourages male participants to walk the mile in high heels. Women are also encouraged to participate in a show of solidarity. High heeled shoes will be provided to every male registrant. Proceeds from the event benefit Emmaus House\, a Hollister based domestic violence shelter for women and children\, and Community Solutions\, a nonprofit human services agency serving Santa Clara and San Benito Counties
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/walk-a-mile-in-her-shoes-2/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Rally-Causes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170420T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170420T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20170412T022424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170412T022424Z
UID:10001942-1492646400-1492732799@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Now Playing: Now is the Time
DESCRIPTION:Nonpartisan Movie Night \nWednesday\, April 19th \n7:00pm at the Aromas Grange \nMovie Trailer: http://www.reelwork.org \nSpeaker: Chris Bowman from Santa Cruz Health will join us to offer information regarding the Healthy California Act (Senate Bill 562). \nCalifornia is stepping it up. The Senate Health Committee’s first hearing will be on Weds\, April 26th at 1pm. \nEndorsed by hundreds of organizations. Why? Because after years of analysis\, we landed on a nonpartisan plan for universal healthcare that offers improved medical care for less money. That’s why. \nWe hope you’ll join us! \nSponsors: reelwork.org\, Medicare for All\, Healthcare for All-Aromas\, Aromas Grange
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/now-playing-now-is-the-time/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170119T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180118T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20161127T144802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161127T144802Z
UID:10001845-1484784000-1516319999@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Hollister Chamber of Commerce Tourism Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This committee is open to any Chamber Member. This is a working committee helping to promote tourism in San Benito County. The committee works on different projects through out the year
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/hollister-chamber-of-commerce-tourism-committee-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Fundraiser,Government,Lectures,Meetings,Neighborhood Associations,Rally-Causes,Schools,Sports-Recreation,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170113T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180112T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20161127T151635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161127T151635Z
UID:10001846-1484265600-1515801599@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:San Benito County Community Action Board Committee
DESCRIPTION:In order to reduce poverty in its community\, a Community Action Agency works to better focus available local\, state\, private\, and federal resources to assist low income individuals and families to acquire useful skills and knowledge\, gain access to new opportunities\, and achieve economic self-sufficiency. The San Benito County Community Action Board consists of a tripartite board consisting of one third elected officials or their representatives\, one third service providers or local businesses and one third low income representatives.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-benito-county-community-action-board-committee/
CATEGORIES:Government,Lectures,Meetings,Neighborhood Associations,Rally-Causes,Schools,Volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170111T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180110T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20161127T170052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161127T170052Z
UID:10001853-1484092800-1515628799@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:City of San Juan Bautista Strategic Planning Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Objective of the Strategic Planning Committee is to develop a Strategic Plan for the implementation of the General Plan of the City of San Juan Bautista.  We advise and assist the City Council in the implementation of the General Plan.  The Strategic Plan is a guide to implementing the General Plan. \nThe Committee is divided into sub-committees. The sub-committees receive input from the community\, research ideas and help the City Council put those plans into action. \nThe committees are\, \nHistoric Preservation & Community Design Sub-Committee\nBusiness Development and Tourism\nArts\, Culture\, Recreation & Wellness\nGovernment & Communications\nAgriculture Environment & Land Use\nYouth\nVision-Mission Statements \nMembership on the Strategic Plan Committee shall be representative of the entire community insofar as that is possible in order to provide a broad and all-inclusive vision of the community. \nMembers of the Strategic Plan Committee are appointed by the City Council of the City of San Juan Bautista.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/city-of-san-juan-bautista-strategic-planning-committee-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Fundraiser,Government,Lectures,Meetings,Neighborhood Associations,Rally-Causes,Schools,Sports-Recreation,Volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20161102T065842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161102T065842Z
UID:10001816-1478649600-1478735999@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Democratic Election Night Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us Election Night for an evening of fun for Democrats\, and Democratic friendly people to watch the local and national ballot returns on a huge television screen at Paine's restaurant\, 421 East St. in Hollister. Come enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres\, non-alcoholic beverage and desserts. No host bar available. 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/democratic-election-night-party/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Government,Rally-Causes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160827T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160827T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20160822T234304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160822T234304Z
UID:10001767-1472256000-1472342399@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:LULAC Women's Reception
DESCRIPTION:LULAC (League of United Latin American Citizens) Council #2890 will host the 22nd Annual Women's Reception\, Friday\, Aug. 26 at Paine's Banquet Room. Reception includes dinner and live entertainment by Lupe Castaneda and Lupe Solano. Reception is held to honor local women. \nTribute will be paid to Mary Ann Barragan and Krystal Lomanto. \nCongresswoman Loretta Sanchez will be present. \nA silent auction will be held. Proceeds to benefit collegiate students from San Benito County.  Tickets are $40.   \nCall 831-245-6971 for tickets.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/lulac-womens-reception/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160826T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160830T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20160710T103136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160710T103136Z
UID:10001747-1472169600-1472601599@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Back-to-School Community Circus Event
DESCRIPTION:Charmingly Nostalgic\, Top Quality\, All Human Circus   Flynn Creek Circus…..pushing tradition to the edge…Under a vintage big top \nFlynn Creek Circus is a circus theater company pushing traditional arts to an innovative edge. We radically inspire our audiences by demonstrating disciplined artistic and athletic risk. Since it’s inception in 2002\, Flynn Creek Circus has prided itself on a commitment to innovation. We offer customized services ranging from single acts to full scale production.  \nA u g 2 5 – 2 8\nSan Juan Bautista\nSan Juan School Soccer Field\n150 the Alameda \n7pm thurs & fri\n4pm & 7pm Sat\n1pm & 4pm Sun \nPerformance and Ticket Information\nFlynn Creek Circus performances at San Juan School Soccer Field\, 150 The Alameda\, San Juan Bautista\, are scheduled for Thursday\, Aug 25 at 7pm\, Friday\, Aug 26 at 7pm\, Saturday\, Aug 27 with showings at 4pm and 7pm\, and Sunday\, Aug 28 at 1pm and 4pm. Tickets may be purchased in advance for $12/child $17/Seniors and Students and $25/adult. Group tickets for 15 persons or more are also available at $20/ticket for advance purchase only.\nAdvance Discount Tickets are available\nonline at www.flynncreekcircus.com\nDoor ticket sales begin 1 hour prior to each show for $15/child or $22/Senior and $30/adult. VIP front row seating is available for $50. We recommend early purchase to guarantee your place. \nA l l  N e w  S h o w  f o r  2 0 1 6 \nA d v a n c e  t i c k e t s  a t: Mrs. B’s Z-Place 306 3rd St. San Juan Bautista Ca\, 95045 831-623-8880 \nhttp://F l y n n c r e e k c i r c u s . c o m  \nS p o n s o r e d  b y  C o m m u n i t y  F e l l o w s h i p   C e n t e r  (CFC)
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/back-to-school-community-circus-event/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Fundraiser,Rally-Causes,Schools,Sports-Recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160819T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160821T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20160725T051957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160725T051957Z
UID:10001757-1471564800-1471823999@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Vaquero Heritage Days
DESCRIPTION:Show and sale featuring Vaquero Style Art\, Gear\, Horsemanship Demonstrations\, Exhibits\, Entertainment and more. Share in the heritage and celebration of California's Vaquero Heritage on historic rancho land. (Silversmiths\, jewelry\, books\, great food and drinks\, and much\, much more). \nAttend and meet 30 featured artisans including Special Guest Artisan-Curt Mattson\, Songwriter/Singer-Dave Stamey\, and Western Lifestyle Singer-Trinity Seely. \nVaquero a Horseman Presentations by Buddy Montes\, Jeff Mundell and Chanz Albrecht. \nEvent proceeds help sustain the historic acreage and facilities of the St. Francis Retreat Center\, which accommodates schools\, organizations and individuals with a variety of retreats throughout the year. \nFor tickets\, event times\, information etc.\, contact info@vaqueroheritagedays.com or call Event Director\, Jane Merrill at 831 623-1128. \nNOTE:  Tickets for the concerts are not sold at the door – Must be purchased in advance. \nGeneral Admission Price $6.  Lunch ticket prices etc. are available online. \nAugust 19: doors open at 4 p.m. for the Dave Stemy concert starting at 7 p.m. \nAugust 20: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nAugust 21: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/vaquero-heritage-days/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fundraiser,Rally-Causes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160702T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160704T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20160628T023332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160628T023332Z
UID:10001737-1467417600-1467676799@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Hollister Independence Day Rally
DESCRIPTION:The Independence Day Rally will be held July 1\, 2 and 3 in downtown Hollister. \nThe Fourth of July Bike Rally is a free rally\, welcoming all bikers. Motorcycle manufacturers from across the country will be displaying their products. Motorcycle parts\, accessories and apparel vendors will be participating. \nThe rally includes live entertainment\, poker runs and poker walks and iincludes food\, beverages and much\, much more. \n  \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/hollister-independence-day-rally/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://benitolink.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/biker-rally-view-from-street.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160701T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160806T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20160707T010555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160707T010555Z
UID:10001746-1467331200-1470527999@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Drop Off School Supplies
DESCRIPTION:School Supplies Donations \nThe San Benito County Office of Education and United Way's fundraiser is being held to help our local youth in need. \nDonate at the designated drop-off locations: Heritage Bank\, Rabobank\, San Juan Batista Visitor's Center\, Target\, United Way\, Wells Fargo Bank and YMCA.  The final collection day is Aug. 6 at the Target Store from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donate at the yellow school bus.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/drop-off-school-supplies/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160612T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160612T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20160427T123310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160427T123310Z
UID:10001707-1465689600-1465775999@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Day Of Miracles
DESCRIPTION:Come out for our FREE EVENT for the communities surrounding San Juan Bautista. We have seen miracles happen when angels with autism meet horses. We are offering all FREE\, horseback rides\, lunch\, meeting the farm animals and many more fun activities! Come and bring the whole family! Call for more information\, Mindy Sullivan (408)799-4052. We will see you June 12th at 11am! Parking will be at the park and ride off of 101 and 152 East! FREE shuttle to the ranch @ 80 Brown Road. No parking at the ranch\, only at the park and ride.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/day-of-miracles/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes,Sports-Recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160512T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160512T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20160507T054448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160507T054448Z
UID:10001714-1463011200-1463097599@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Bike to Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Bike to work day is May 12th. 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/bike-to-work-day/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://benitolink.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/566A6899-father-son-bikers.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160429T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160429T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20160416T011249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160416T011249Z
UID:10001700-1461888000-1461974399@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:2016 Small Business Makeover
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to boost your business! By working with our family of strategic partners\, we’ve created a complete business prize package currently valued at over $53\,000 and it will continue to grow in value as we approach May’s announcement of the lucky winner. As the founders of Slingshot to Success\, Slingshot SV and The Root Group\, we wanted to celebrate and localize National Small Business Week here in the Monterey Bay Area.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/2016-small-business-makeover/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160223T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160223T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20160219T003026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160219T003026Z
UID:10001641-1456185600-1456271999@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:San Benito Rising @ Board of Supervisors Meeting Tuesday February 23
DESCRIPTION:When citizens of our county proposed a ban on fracking and other high risk oil drilling methods\, many said that if we did so\, the oil industry would sue and bankrupt the county. Well the people did pass it and we did not go bankrupt. San Benito Rising presents the Board of Supervisors with a check in the amount of $684. to cover the entire legal expenses the county incurred to defend Measure J. We invite you to attend the meeting next Tuesday the 23.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-benito-rising-board-of-supervisors-meeting-tuesday-february-23/
CATEGORIES:Government,Meetings,Neighborhood Associations,Rally-Causes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160217T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160217T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20160127T132053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160127T132053Z
UID:10001624-1455667200-1455753599@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Hollister Relay For Life Kick-Off
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for the Hollister Relay For Life Kick-Off event on Tuesday\, February 16th\, 6 – 7:30 pm\, at Paine’s Restaurant!  Get the information you need to put a Relay team together; hear about our 2016 Relay which takes place July 29th and 30th at San Benito High School’s Andy Hardin Field; enjoy some refreshments; and have lots of fun! \nThis is our 17th year of raising local funds to fight cancer – come join us at the Kick-Off on 2/16 and at the Relay this Summer!  For more information\, please contact Chuck Obeso-Bradley at 831-524-1331.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/hollister-relay-for-life-kick-off/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170110T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T224057
CREATED:20161127T133918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161127T133918Z
UID:10001838-1452556800-1484092799@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:San Benito County Supervisors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The County Board of Supervisors will recognize the public trust it holds\, will on all occasions conduct business with honesty\, integrity\, and respect for the individual\, and will hold the organization of County government to that same standard.  The Board of Supervisors is the governing body of the County and certain special districts.  The Board enacts ordinances and resolutions\, appropriates funds\, determines land use zoning for unincorporated area\, and appoints certain County officers\, including members of various boards and commissions.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-benito-county-supervisors-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Government,Meetings,Rally-Causes,Schools
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