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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151205T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151205T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
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SUMMARY:Fluorescent Bulb Collection
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Dec.5\, from 9 a.m. until 3 pm.\, San Benito County residents can drop off used compact fluorescent bulbs and fluorescent tubes up to 4 feet long at: \nHollister True Value Hardware. 1260 San Juan Rd\, Hollister \nFree \nFunded by a grant from CalRecycle \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/fluorescent-bulb-collection/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151014T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151014T235959
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SUMMARY:Binational Health Week 2015
DESCRIPTION:In Honor of Binational Health Week\, San Benito Health Foundation cordially invites you to attend our seventh annual Health Fair!   \nThe Health Fair will begin with a  brief address from our CEO Rosa Vivian Fernandez\, MPH\, and public health professionals. San Benito Health Foundation will have valuable health and nutrition information\, and fun activities for kids and adults! \nEn honor de la Semana de Salud Binacional\, San Benito Health Foundation le invita cordialmente a nuestra séptimo Feria de Salud! \nLa Feria de la Salud se iniciará con un breve discurso de nuestro CEO Rosa Vivian Fernández \, MPH \, y los profesionales de salud pública. Fundación San Benito de la Salud tendrá valiosa información sobre salud y nutrición\, y actividades divertidas para los niños y los adultos \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/binational-health-week-2015/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150910T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150910T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
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SUMMARY:Solar Support Rally at San Benito County Courthouse
DESCRIPTION:Show your support for the Panoche Valley Solar Project\, to bring renewable energy\, jobs and investment to San Benito County.   \nRally at Sierra Club & Audobon Society v. San Benito County Court hearing\nSan Benito County Courthouse\, 450 Fourth Street\, Downtown Hollister \nBring Friends and colleagues\, fellow renewable energy advocates.  Bring a sign. Wear GREEN.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/solar-support-rally-at-san-benito-county-courthouse/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150902T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150902T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20150903T052737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150903T052737Z
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SUMMARY:Save Panoche Valley Rally
DESCRIPTION:Save Panoche Valley Rally at San Benito County Courthouse\nShow your opposition to the Panoche Valley Solar Project\n09/10/2015 \nShow your opposition to the Solyndra-like Panoche Valley Solar Project\, proposed by venture capitalists with no experience in solar.  They hope to use your tax dollars via federal incentives to fund their industrial energy development on productive agricultural rangeland that is also the last remaining habitat for a suite of endangered local wildlife. \nRally at Sierra Club & Audobon Society v. San Benito County Court hearing\nSan Benito County Courthouse\, 450 Fourth Street\, Downtown Hollister \nBring friends\, family\, colleagues and neighbors.  Join local livestock farmers\, ranchers and environmentalist who have teamed up to to protect San Benito’s natural resources from ill-sited industrial development.  All fellow rooftop power and distributed renewable energy advocates are welcome.  Bring a sign.  A time will be posted once the Court releases it.  Contact Save Panoche Valley via Facebook for more info. \nEvent Type:\nRally-Causes\nVolunteer
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/save-panoche-valley-rally/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150808T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150808T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20150724T020059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150724T020059Z
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SUMMARY:Stuff the Bus
DESCRIPTION:San Benito County United Way will host the annual Stuff the Bus event in the Target parking lot. Volunteers will be filling backpacks with school supplies to be handed out to needy children throughout the county.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/stuff-the-bus-3/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Rally-Causes,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150715T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150715T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20150707T033957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150707T033957Z
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SUMMARY:Smartphone Video Production Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn to create\, edit and publish videos with your smartphone! An excellent opportunity for you\, your business and family… \nA Smart Phone Video Production Workshop will be held 6:30PM to 8:30PM Tuesday\, July 14 in the Gavilan College Room 4 at the Briggs Building 365 Fourth Street in Downtown Hollister. Developed in cooperation with Community Media Access Partnership (CMAP)– our local\, public access media organization\, the San Benito County Business Council\, the California State University Monterey Bay Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Gavilan College\, workshop participants will learn how to capture video\, record audio\, edit multiple clips and post to sites like You Tube. The fee for the workshop is just $10. Laptops are encouraged but not necessary to participate. Register online at www.cmap.tv/events \nQuestions? Contact Jenney at CMAP at (408) 722-9144 x105 or jenney@cmap.tv
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/smartphone-video-production-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Government,Rally-Causes,Schools,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150531T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150531T235959
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SUMMARY:Youth Alliance - Change Makers Award Dinner
DESCRIPTION:You can be part of the Change Maker community by joining us at Fortino Winery in Gilroy on Saturday\, May 30th\, 2015\, for our “Youth Alliance Change Makers” celebration. This evening event will feature live entertainment\, dinner\, dancing\, and celebration of a community member for his/her outstanding work helping effect change and creating a more peaceful community for youth; as well as raise critical funds to sustain our outreach and highly needed youth support services. \n \nSince 1995\, the Youth Alliance (YA)\, a 501c3 nonprofit organization\, has provided free prevention and intervention programs\, including after school enrichment and counseling services to children\, youth\, and families in need. It is because of the generous support we receive from the community\, that we are able to continue to make a difference in reaching and effecting change within the hundreds of children and teens we serve each day in San Benito and Santa Clara Counties. You can be part of the Change Maker community by joining us at Fortino Winery in Gilroy on Saturday\, May 30\, 2015\, for our “Youth Alliance Change Makers” celebration. This evening event will feature live entertainment\, dinner\, dancing\, and celebration of a community member for his/her outstanding work helping effect change and creating a more peaceful community for youth; as well as raise critical funds to sustain our outreach and highly needed youth support services. To RSVP visit http://www.youthall.org/ Or Contact: Aaron Callagher (831) 636-2853 aaron@youthall.org
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/youth-alliance-change-makers-award-dinner/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150321T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150321T235959
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CREATED:20150321T020612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150321T020612Z
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SUMMARY:Eric Tognazzini Memorial Statue Dedication
DESCRIPTION:The Tognazzini Family and Tognazzini Committee are proud to announce the dedication of the Eric Tognazzini Memorial Statue on Saturday\, March 21\, 2015 @ 11 a.m.\, on the grassy area in front of the parking garage in Downtown Hollister! See you there!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/eric-tognazzini-memorial-statue-dedication/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Government,Rally-Causes,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150118T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150118T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20150108T170741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150108T170741Z
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SUMMARY:California Crossroads Tour (Stop at VFW Hall in San Juan Bautista)
DESCRIPTION:The California Crossroads Tour stops at San Juan Bautista (VFW Hall\, 58 Monterey St.) on Saturday\, Jan 17 at 7pm. \nThis event will have three panel discussions featuring speakers from four counties (Monterey\, Santa Cruz\, Santa Clara and San Benito):\n1) How Local Communities are Protecting Themselves From Fossil Fuel Extraction\n2) Green Solutions: Local Solar & Wind Projects (Gonzales\, Soledad\, Santa Cruz & San Juan Bautista)\n3) Sustainable Agriculture & Communities \nCalifornian Crossroads Tour was launched by CAF (Californians Against Fracking). The other tour stops are San Diego\, LA\, Santa Barbara\, Oakland.) Their Central Coast stop is San Juan Bautista. This free regional event is organized by San Benito Rising\, and enables grassroots folks from several counties to network and share ideas. \nThis is an ideal educational event for high school students\, college students and interested public. \nLet me know if you have any questions. \nMany Thannks! \nMary \nsanbenitorising2@gmail.com
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/california-crossroads-tour-stop-at-vfw-hall-in-san-juan-bautista/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20141024T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20141024T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20141004T035014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141004T035014Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Summit
DESCRIPTION:When you truly want to change a community\, invest in women….. \nThe Women’s Fund at the Community Foundation for San Benito County will be having the first ever Women’s Summit in San Benito Co. \nWe are bringing the community together to learn about issues and needs facing women and girls in SBC\nConnect with others and meet nonprofit service providers and community professionals who work with women and girls in SBC \nThe Summit is about hope\, inspiration and a vision for the future of SBC \nDinner provided…Licensed Daycare provided  \n$20 per person      Visit www.cffsbc.org for registration for more information contact 831.630.1924 \nBe inspired…Be Connected…Be a part of it!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/womens-summit/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20141012T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20141012T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20140916T050127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140916T050127Z
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SUMMARY:Global Frackdown San Benito County
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the Worldwide Global Frackdown Day October 11\, (About the Global Frackdown | Global Frackdown)  the Loma Prieta chapter of Sierra Club will be hosting an afternoon of learning and empowerment about fracking in San Benito county on Sunday\, October 12\, from 1 to 4pm\, at Veterans’ Memorial Park at 801 Memorial Drive\, Hollister.  The free 3-hour event will feature guest speakers\, live music\, performances and food and drink. Fracking is a worldwide issue\, and over 200 community groups in 20 countries are challenging hydraulic fracturing activities. These new oil and gas extraction technics use millions of gallons of water\, sand and carcinogenic chemicals to break up and open shale rock deep underground.  The harm to the environment can be severe.  Come learn about fracking\, and what you can do to help.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/global-frackdown-san-benito-county/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140925T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140925T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20140915T110116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140915T110116Z
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SUMMARY:Together in Prayer..... Follow up Event to "See you at the Pole"
DESCRIPTION:Come join the all faith based community of Hollister in corporate prayer following the national day of "See you At the Pole."
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/together-in-prayer-follow-up-event-to-see-you-at-the-pole/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140918T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140918T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20140906T095416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140906T095416Z
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SUMMARY:30th Anniversary of Adult Literacy Program & State Library
DESCRIPTION:California Library Literacy and the San Benito County Library Adult Literacy Program celebrates 30 years of providing opportunities for adults and their families in San Benito County and throughout the State of California.  \nLocally\, the Friends of the Library and the San Benito County Library will host an Open House Anniversary Celebration from 2-7:30 p.m. on Thursday\, September 18th. Scheduled activities include an anniversary cake (2-3 p.m.)\, children’s crafts and storytimes (4-5 p.m.)\, and a presentation honoring the accomplishments of learners and tutors in our program (6-7:30 p.m.). 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/30th-anniversary-of-adult-literacy-program-state-library/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fundraiser,Rally-Causes,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140722T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140722T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20140627T034329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140627T034329Z
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SUMMARY:Free Citizenship Legal Clinic/Workshop
DESCRIPTION:OneJustice’s Justice Bus® Project\, Catholic Charities of Monterey County and Gavilan College are partnering to hold a free legal clinic for individuals interested in applying for citizenship. Attorneys will be available to assist individuals at any stage of the naturalization application process. English language assessments will be provided on-site and staff will also be screening for exceptions to the English language component of the naturalization exam. Information regarding  financial assistance will be available.   \nEl proyecto Autobus de Justicia® de OneJustice se ha asociado con Caridades Católicas del Condado de Monterey y el Colegio Comunitario de Gavilan\, para   tener un taller legal y gratuito para las personas interesadas en solicitar la aplicación para la ciudadanía. Abogados estarán disponibles para asistir a los solicitantes en cualquier etapa del proceso de solicitud. Evaluaciones de Inglés serán proporcionados en el lugar y el personal también ayudará con la  detección de excepciones a la componente de idioma Inglés del examen de naturalización. La información relativa a la asistencia financiera estará disponible. 	 \nPlease call the Following Office to Register:\n415-834-0100 ext. 300 for Bianca
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/free-citizenship-legal-clinic-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140705T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140705T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20140619T151632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140619T151632Z
UID:10001324-1404518400-1404604799@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:67th Annual Independence Run by Top Hatters Motorcycle Club
DESCRIPTION:Top Hatters Motorcycle Club invites your participation in its 67th Annual Independence Day Run. Take your motorcycle on a ride to the smallest town in San Benito County\, Paicines. Run includes Corbin’s Customer Appreciation Event. Enjoy the Hollister Rally. $20 donation; lunch\, door prizes\, run pin\, great prizes.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/67th-annual-independence-run-by-top-hatters-motorcycle-club/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140704T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140705T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20140702T082630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140702T082630Z
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SUMMARY:Library closed July 4
DESCRIPTION:The San Benito County Free Library will be closed this Friday for the July 4\, 2014 holiday. The Library will resume our regular hours of operation on Monday\, July 7 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. The County Library is open on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon-8 p.m.; and Fridays from 2-6 p.m. \nHappy holiday from the County Library staff!   \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/library-closed-july-4/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Government,Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140510T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140511T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20140429T000421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140429T000421Z
UID:10001304-1399680000-1399852799@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Taking Back Our Streets - Youth Rally-Hollister
DESCRIPTION:Check out our website for a list of all the great activities that are being planned for the Youth Rally. If you would like to make a donation please click here  \nVision: That the residents of San Benito County will rise up and meet the needs of all youth in our community by providing free activities throughout the year\, on a monthly or quarterly basis\, for youth who may not be able to afford them. To create fun and engaging activities throughout the year that will instill values\, community connections and leadership opportunities for the youth of San Benito County. \n​Mission:   Adults would mentor youth and provide them with positive role models who would encourage them in their physical\, emotional\, mental\, nutritional and spiritual well-being. Our goal is to make this a FREE event and in order to make this happen we need community volunteers to organize and resource their contacts to donate time\, raffle items\, games\, activities\, and more. \nThe ultimate outcome is that all youth will be equipped with the 41 Developmental Assets which include: Family Support\, Empowerment\, Boundaries & Expectations\, Constructive use of Time\, Commitment to Learning\, Positive Values\, Social Competencies Positive Identity.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/taking-back-our-streets-youth-rally-hollister/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Rally-Causes,Schools,Sports-Recreation,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140510T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140510T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20131021T233154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131021T233154Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Rally
DESCRIPTION:The Youth Rally-Hollister is for ALL Youth in San Benito County. \n  \nMission: To create fun and engaging activities throughout the year that will install values\, community connections and leadership opportunities for the youth of San Benito County. \n  \nVision: That the residents of San Benito County would rise up and meet the needs of all youth in our community by providing free activities throughout the year\, on a monthly or quarterly basis\, for youth who may not be able to afford them. In doing so\, adults would mentor youth and provide them with positive role which would  encourage them in their physical\, emotional\, mental and spiritual well-being. \n  \nOur goal is to make this a FREE event and in order to make this happen we need community volunteers to organize and resource their contacts to donate time\, raffle items\, games\, activities\, and more. I am currently working on setting up an account the Community Foundation for tax deductible donations to be accepted. \n  \nHow this came about: \nAfter the stabbing death Andres Guzman\, a local Hollister teen\, there was much public outcry and the community shouted ENOUGH! \nThe local Neighborhood Watch page on Facebook was blowing up with comments about ENOUGH being ENOUGH. \nMany people provided input on the fact that there is little for youth to do in our community that is affordable to the low-income population. Youth need to have positive reinforcement and a sense of belonging. Without that they put themselves at risk of being lured into gangs in order to feel they are part of a family. Years ago the community held an annual Teen Rally. \nAfter the downturn in the economy many of the agencies involved no longer had the funding or the manpower to continue organizing the event. The last Teen Rally was held in May 2006. After reading all of the comments\, I stated that I was involved with the Teen Rally Committee back then and\, if the community was willing to step up to the plate\, I would be willing to take the lead to help revive the Teen Rally. \nA Teen Rally Brainstorming meeting was held on Saturday\, August 24\, 2013. At that meeting those in attendance came up with ideas on what types of activities should be included\, who could be contacted and what date the event should be held. \nYouth in attendance decided they wanted this event to be open to youth of all ages and not just teens. This way\, the older youth could mentor the younger youth. Ideas consisted of: Dance competitions\, Battle of the Bands\, Art Wall\, Poetry Slam\, Tie Dye Station\, Craft/Recycling Art Table\, Sports Challenges\, 3on3 Basketball\, Pick-up Volleyball\, Laser Tag\, Dunk Tank\, 50 foot Ice Cream Sundae\, Treasure Chest (Free Flea Market) and much more. \nOur goal is to make this a FREE event and in order to make this happen we need community volunteers to organize and resource their contacts to donate time\, raffle items\, games\, activities\, and more. \nLike us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/youthrally-hollister
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/youth-rally/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Rally-Causes,Schools,Sports-Recreation,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140427T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140427T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20140328T221349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140328T221349Z
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SUMMARY:Veterans and Native Daughters to Sponsor Peak/Loyalty Day
DESCRIPTION:Leslie L. Garratt Post #6359\, Veterans of Foreign Wars\, the Ladies Auxiliary and San Juan Bautista Parlor No. 179 Native Daughters of the Golden West invites the community to celebrate Peak Day/Loyalty Day with an old fashioned picnic commencing at 11:00am on Sunday\, April 27\, 2014 at Fremont Peak State Park. \n  \nThe celebration will include a flag raising ceremony at noon\, followed by a few patriotic speeches and games for the children.  Free barbecued hamburgers\, hot dogs and beverages will be served. \n  \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/veterans-and-native-daughters-to-sponsor-peak-loyalty-day/
CATEGORIES:Neighborhood Associations,Rally-Causes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140408T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140506T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20131121T032310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131121T032310Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Rally Planning Team Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Youth Rally-Hollister “Wish List” \nYouth Rally-Hollister Planning Team\, are coming together to provide a YOUTH RALLY for all San Benito County youth on Saturday\, May 10\, 2014 at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Hollister. The YOUTH RALLY is for youth and coordinated by youth to promote a healthy and active lifestyle free of violence\, drugs\, and alcohol. Events include: Dance competitions\, Battle of the Bands\, Art Wall\, Poetry Slam\, Tie Dye Station\, Craft/Recycling Art Table\, Sports Challenges\, 3on3 Basketball\, Pick-up Volleyball\, Dunk Tank\, 50 foot Ice Cream Sundae\, Kids Carnival\, Jump Houses\, Face Painting\, Treasure Chest (Free Flea Market) and much more. \nNot only do we need volunteers and community role models to help make this event a huge success\, but there are also many ways to help that do not require a considerable time commitment! With this in mind\, our coordinators have compiled a “Wish List” to show how your expertise\, your “connections” or even the stuff you have sitting in your garage can make a difference in reaching out to our youth! \nWish List: \nPaint and paintbrushes or painting supplies\nFood\, Snacks and Drinks\nRaffle Prizes such as: Apple iPod\, CD Player\, Bike\, Gift Certificates\nAwards or plaques for event winners\nEvent sponsor (Your name may be advertised on event t-shirt and/or announcement of sponsorship during the event\, and a thank you given in our local newspaper!)\nPhotographer or videographer to highlight the day’s events \nAgencies and youth participating in the Youth Rally-Hollister truly appreciate your generous tax deductible contribution of any amount small or large. Please mail checks to me\, made out to the Community Foundation with “Youth Rally” in the memo section. We have also set up an account for your tax deductible donation with the Community Foundation at: http://cffsbc.org. You will find a “Donate Here” tab on the bottom right of the home page. For those with the ability to support on a broader spectrum\, sponsorship levels are as follows: Bronze $500\, Silver $1\,000\, Gold $2\,500\, Platinum $5\,000. Not only will your name appear as one of our valued donors at the rally and on all publications but you will also receive a letter of acknowledgement for your support. \nVision: That the residents of San Benito County will rise up and meet the needs of all youth in our community by providing free activities throughout the year\, on a monthly or quarterly basis\, for youth who may not be able to afford them. To create fun and engaging activities throughout the year that will instill values\, community connections and leadership opportunities for the youth of San Benito County. \n  \nMission: Adults would mentor youth and provide them with positive role models who would encourage them in their physical\, emotional\, mental and spiritual well-being. Our goal is to make this a FREE event and in order to make this happen we need community volunteers to organize and resource their contacts to donate time\, raffle items\, games\, activities\, and more. The ultimate outcome is that all youth will be equipped with the 41 Developmental assets which include: Family Support\, Empowerment\, Boundaries & Expectations\, Constructive use of Time\, Commitment to Learning\, Positive Values\, Social Competencies Positive Identity.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/youth-rally-planning-team-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Fundraiser,Rally-Causes,Schools,Sports-Recreation,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140221T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140221T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20140116T005306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140116T005306Z
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SUMMARY:Give Kids a Smile
DESCRIPTION:San Benito Health Foundation is hosting their annual Give Kids a Smile Event on Friday\, February 21st 2014\, from 1pm- 5pm at San Benito Health Foundation Clinic (351 Felice Dr.).\nGive Kids a Smile celebrates National Dental Hygiene Month and promotes healthy teeth and mouth. The dentists at San Benito Health Foundation recommend all children visit their dentist every 6 months\, and adults every 12 months. To encourage proper dental hygeine\, San Benito Health Foundation will be offering FREE dental screenings! Kids will enjoy the fun and free activities including face painting\, coloring\, arts and crafts\, and getting your picture taken with the Tooth Fairy! Visiting the dentist can be fun.\n \nTulsi Modi\nHealth Educator and W.N.A.\nSan Benito Health Foundation\ntmodi@sanbenitohealth.org\n831-637-6871
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/give-kids-a-smile/
CATEGORIES:Fairs-Festivals,Rally-Causes,Sports-Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20131111T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20131111T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20131107T084241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131107T084241Z
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SUMMARY:Hollister Gives Back
DESCRIPTION:Hollister\, CA – On November 3\, 2013 the Hollister Police Department and its volunteers started a campaign called “Hollister Gives Back” (HGB) to support local\, state and national needs. HGB’s first endeavor will to join the national effort “Holiday Mail for Heroes”.  \nCommunity members\, individuals\, groups\, schools\, churches and businesses in the Hollister /San Benito County area are all asked to help and join in this effort. The programs focus is holiday cards that are distributed to injured service members and veterans.  \nThe public is asked for donations of their extra holiday cards.\nSeveral locations in Hollister have been set up for drop / collection of the holiday cards including the Hollister Police Department\, Fire Stations\, Animal Shelter and all city offices. The Holliwood store (748 San Benito Street) in downtown Hollister is also a designated drop off location.  \nAdditionally there will be several holiday card “signing” events throughout the next few weeks.  \nGuidelines for the program are as follows.:  \nEnsure that all cards are signed.  \nUse generic salutations such as “Dear Service Member.” Cards addressed to specific individuals can not be delivered through this program.  \nOnly cards are being accepted. Do not send letters.  \nDo not include email or home addresses on the cards\, as the program is not meant to foster pen pal relationships.  \nDo not include inserts of any kind\, including photos\, as these items will be removed during the reviewing process.  \nPlease refrain from choosing cards with glitter or using loose glitter as it can aggravate health issues of ill and injured warriors.  \nIf you are mailing a large quantity of cards\, please bundle them and place them in large mailing envelopes or flat rate postal shipping boxes. Each card does not need its own envelope\, as envelopes will be removed from all cards before distribution  \nAll cards will be collected December 2 as they need to be sent out that week.  \nFor more information on this program and future events visit Hollister Gives Back on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Hollistergivesback  \nThere is also a information website here –\nhttp://hollister.ca.gov/Site/html/gov/office/police/hgb.asp  \nHollister Gives Back is supported by the Hollister Police Department\, Hollister Fire Department\, City of Hollister\, Hollister Police Officers Association\, Hollister Fire Fighters Union and Hollister Community Watch.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/hollister-gives-back/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20131107T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20131107T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20131021T230744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131021T230744Z
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SUMMARY:Flu Vaccine Clinic! ¡VACUNAS PARA LA GRIPE!
DESCRIPTION:FLU VACCINE CLINIC! ¡VACUNAS PARA LA GRIPE! \nEsta clínica de vacunas es para todas las personas de 6 meses de edad y mayores.  Las vacunas serán limitadas a la cantidad disponible y para personas sin aseguranza o aseguranza limitada. \nThursday ~ November 7\, 2013 * Jueves ~ 7 de Noviembre\, 2013 * 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. \nVeterans’ Memorial Building\, Hollister \nSan Benito County Public Health encourages you to get your flu vaccine early from your doctor or pharmacy. \nEl Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado de San Benito recomienda que reciba su vacuna contra la influenza/gripe de su doctor o farmacia temprano en esta temporada de influenza. \nFor more information/Para más información: 831.637.5367
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/flu-vaccine-clinic-vacunas-para-la-gripe/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20131018T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20131018T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20131012T230642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131012T230642Z
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SUMMARY:Bi-national Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for our Access to Health Care Fair! October 1st – 21st  is  Bi-national Health Week. Across the nation\, local communities will recognize the underserved Latino community living in the United States and Canada. This years theme is “Access to Health Care and the Health Care Reform in the U.S.\, Infectious Diseases\, Chronic Diseases\, Occupational Health and Mental Health”. \nOn Friday\, October 18th 2013\, from 4pm – 7pm\, The San Benito Health Foundation is hosting a community Access to Health Care Fair where people can learn more about childhood obesity prevention\, nutrition education\, and programs available in San Benito County. We will have health screenings\, light snacks & refreshments\,  and  health education classes. \nOur Health Center Offers: Medical and Dental Primary Care Services\, Internal Medicine\, Obstetrics and Gynecology\, Family Planning\, Pediatrics\, Immunizations\, Health Screening\, Medication Assistance\, Health Education and Outreach\, WIC\, Nutrition/Breastfeeding Counseling\, and Education. HIV/ AIDS Testing and Counseling. \nFor more information regarding this event \, please call 831-637-5306.          \n  \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/bi-national-health-fair/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20131013T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20131013T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20130828T044709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130828T044709Z
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SUMMARY:BenitoLink Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/benitolink-launch-party/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130921T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130921T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20130911T044357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130911T044357Z
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SUMMARY:Rally to Preserve the Pinnacles as Premier Destination
DESCRIPTION:Join Us to Protect the Pinnacles From Extreme Oil on Sept. 21 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDear Friend\, \nIf you've been waiting for the right time to speak out against dangerous fossil fuel projects like the Keystone XL pipeline\, fracking and other climate-killing development\, your moment has arrived. \nOn Sept. 21 join the Center for Biological Diversity\, along with 350.org\, San Benito Rising and dozens of other groups\, at a "Draw the Line" event at Pinnacles National Park. \nIn California\, fracking\, acidization and cyclic steaming are common\, extreme methods of oil extraction that target fossil fuels that should be left in the ground. Plans are now moving forward for 15 new oil wells less than 10 miles south of Pinnacles National Park — which is home to endangered California condors. This proposal utilizes a particularly dangerous extraction technique called cyclic steam injection. \nIt's time to take action: Please join us Saturday\, Sept. 21 and draw the line on risky oil development around California's newest national park. \nEvent details below: \nWhat: Draw the Line Rally\nWhere: Pinnacles National Park\, 5000 California 146\, Paicines\nWhen: Saturday\, Sept. 21 starting at 9:30 a.m. \nClick Here for More Information
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/rally-to-preserve-the-pinnacles-as-premier-destination/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130918T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130918T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20130910T015551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130910T015551Z
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SUMMARY:Help Create Safe Streets for Everyone - Nash/Tres Pinos/Sunnyslope Road & McCray Streeet
DESCRIPTION:Bring your friends and neighbors to share your ideas at a Community Walk and Design Workshop.  Walk the Streets with the Design Team from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.  Develop your Design Solutions from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Rancho San Justo School Gym\, 1201 Ranch Drive.  Spanish translation will be provided.  Snacks\, refreshments and childcare will also be provided.   \nWhy attend?  The City of Hollister in partnership with the San Benito County Council of Governments received a grant from the California Department of Transportation to prepare a plan to improve Nash/Tres Pinos/Sunnyslope Road and McCray Street for all types of users: pedestrians\, shoppers\, cyclists\, transit riders\, seniors\, school children\, people with disabilities and motorists.   The plan will be called a Complete Streets Plan.   \nA professional design team with a bi-lingual speaker will translate your input into solutions to improve safety and mobility for people of all ages and abilities along and across the Nash/Tres Pinos/Sunnyslope corridor.  The team will also work with you to develop ideas for the future of McCray Street. \nThe grant will not provide money to install changes on the streets but the Complete Streets Plan will  provide a framework to take steps to improve mobility and access by making it easier for people to travel along these important corridors and access goods\, services and residences. By encouraging more residents to walk\, bicycle and take transit these plans will make more efficient use of the existing transportation system at the same time that they reduce pollutant emissions from motor vehicles that damage our environment.  \nFor more information contact Mary Paxton\, City of Hollister\, (831) 636-4316 Ext. 16 or email mary.paxton@hollister.ca.gov.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/help-create-safe-streets-for-everyone-nash-tres-pinos-sunnyslope-road-mccray-streeet/
CATEGORIES:Government,Meetings,Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130830T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130830T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20130827T011142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130827T011142Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Rally Team Meeting
DESCRIPTION:A Brainstorming Meeting was held on Saturday\, August 24\, 2013 to discuss organizing a Teen Rally. At that meeting youth in attendance suggested that the event be for ALL youth not just teens.\nWe will continue discussion and planning of this community wide event and need volunteers to provide input and to assist with planning.\nA facebook page was set up for anyone interested in participating:\nYouth Rally Planning Team \nPlease join us!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/youth-rally-team-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Meetings,Rally-Causes,Schools,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130814T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130814T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20130726T012702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130726T012702Z
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SUMMARY:Breastfeeding Awareness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Mark your Calendar! August 11th -17th is National Health Center Week! This year’s theme is “Transforming Health Care in our Local Communities.” On Wednesday August 14th\, in honor of National Health Center Week 2013\, San Benito Health Foundation (SBHF) will have a Health Fair full of activities for families and children to learn about healthy ways to improve their lives. SBHF services are transforming the community of San Benito County by offering patients accessible\, affordable and quality health care.  \n This year’s World Breastfeeding Week theme\, “Breastfeeding Support: Close to Mothers”\, highlights the importance of looking back to better the future of infants and young children through optimal care beginning with breastfeeding; and on Wednesday August 14th\, San Benito Health foundation will be celebrating the cause with fun activities for the entire family! Participants can expect outdoor activities\, Zumba\, information booths\, face painting\, music\, and much more!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/breastfeeding-awareness-walk/
CATEGORIES:Fairs-Festivals,Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130811T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130811T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T224400
CREATED:20130810T001001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130810T001001Z
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SUMMARY:San Juan Bautista VFW Blood Drive August 11
DESCRIPTION:San Juan Bautista Veterans of Foreign Wars blood drive\nSunday\, August 11\, 2013 – 9:00am to 1:00pm\nSan Juan Bautista VFW Post\, 58 Monterey Street\, San Juan Bautista\n\nLeslie L. Garratt Post 6359\, Veterans of Foreign Wars\, Post Commander Oscar Inocencio announces that the Post will sponsor a community blood drive from 9:00am to 1:00pm\, on Sunday\, August 11\, 2013 at the Post\, 58 Monterey Street\, San Juan Bautista.  The bloodmobile will be located in the parking lot and blood will be drawn by the staff of the Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula’s Blood Center.  He invites the community and veterans and their families and friends to participate in this worthy event. \nBlood is needed daily for stroke patients\, cancer patients\, unexpected surgeries and accidents.  It cannot be manufactured and the demand can be met only by the regular donations of healthy volunteer donors. \nPotential blood donors must 17 years of age.  There is no upper age limit for healthy people but all donors must be in good health and weigh at least 110 pounds.  In addition\, potential donors should bring a photographic identification and have eaten and consumed liquids prior to presenting themselves at the registration table. \nFor specific and/or personal questions regarding eligibility or donating\, please call Community Hospital’s Blood Center at (831) 625-4814. \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-juan-bautista-vfw-blood-drive-august-11/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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