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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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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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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140408T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140506T235959
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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
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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
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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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DTSTAMP:20260427T222500
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
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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
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CREATED:20130828T044709Z
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SUMMARY:BenitoLink Launch Party
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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
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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
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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
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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:20260427T222500
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:20260427T222500
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130810T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130810T235959
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CREATED:20130809T233614Z
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SUMMARY:Stuff the Bus!
DESCRIPTION:United Way Serving San Benito County presents……..\nGet on Board!\n4 Ways You Can Help\n\nSponsor A Filled Backpack for $25  ($60 Value)\nDrop off new backpacks and supplies at Kmart\, Staples\, Target\, Round Table\, YMCA and Rabobank\nChoose supplies from a list provided at the above drop off locations\n\nYour gift promotes learning\,encourages self esteem and keeps kids in school \nFor more info contact Diane Barr at dibarr@charter.net or visit us at 350 Fifth Street\, Hollister
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/stuff-the-bus/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Rally-Causes
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130803T235959
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CREATED:20130804T095603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130804T095603Z
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SUMMARY:Rally For LIfe
DESCRIPTION:Opening Ceremony: 11:00am  \n  \nThe Opening Ceremony brings everyone together for a high-energy event kickoff to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer\, to inspire hope by sharing recent accomplishments and progress\, and to remind everyone that while we are winning this battle\, fighting cancer is a year-round priority. \n  \nSurvivors Lap: 11:30am \nDuring the Survivors Lap\, upbeat music plays as all cancer survivors at the event take the first lap around the track cheered on by the other participants who line the track\, celebrating their victory over cancer. \n  \nLuminaria Ceremony: 9:00pm  \nThe Luminaria Ceremony is a time to remember people we have lost to cancer\, to support people who currently have cancer\, and to honor people who have fought cancer in the past. The power of this ceremony lies in providing an opportunity for people to work through grief and find hope. \n  \nFight Back: 10:00am  \nThe Fight Back Ceremony symbolizes the emotional commitment we each make to the fight against cancer. The action we take represents what we are willing to do for ourselves\, for our loved ones\, and for our community to fight cancer year-round and to commit to saving lives. \n  \nClosing Ceremony: 11:00am  \nThe Closing Ceremony is a time to remember the lives of those lost and to celebrate that each of us has committed\, through our participation in a Relay event\, to fight back against this disease over the next year. \n  \nNo matter who you are\, there's a place for you at a Relay For Life event. Each dollar you raise will help save lives. How far will you go to make a difference in the fight against cancer? \nYour reason for participating in the American Cancer Society Relay For Life event is as unique and special as the story that motivates you. If you've been affected by cancer in any way\, being part of the Relay event empowers you to make a difference and fight back. This is your opportunity to honor cancer survivors\, remember those we have lost to this disease\, and raise funds and awareness to help end cancer forever. \nThe American Cancer Society Relay For Life event is a celebration of survivorship an occasion to express hope and our shared goal to end a disease that threatens the lives of so many people we love. \nClick this link for more information
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/rally-for-life/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130508T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130508T235959
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SUMMARY:Bone Marrow Donor Registration Drive
DESCRIPTION:Be a match and save a life today! Stop by the Asian-American Donor Program booth at the Hollister Farmer’s Market on Wednesday\, May 8th from 3-7 pm to see what bone marrow donation is all about. We are doing this drive to help two very special people — Nalini Ambady\, a psychology professor at Stanford and Eduardo\, a first-grade boy from San Jose. They both desperately need help and time is running out! Please help spread the word and we will see you and your friends at Farmer’s market on May 8th!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/bone-marrow-donor-registration-drive/
CATEGORIES:Rally-Causes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130427T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20130427T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T222500
CREATED:20130209T090007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130209T090007Z
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SUMMARY:Only SMACK a child with a kiss!
DESCRIPTION:Child Abuse Prevention Month April 2013 \nWhat is the Blue Ribbon Campaign for Child Abuse Prevention Month?  \nApril is recognized nationwide as Child Abuse Prevention Month.  The Blue Ribbon Campaign is a comprehensive community wide effort led by the Child Abuse Prevention Council of San Benito County. This campaign will not only encourage the region to understand the problems of child abuse\, but will also guide efforts in what we can do to help.  \nWhy is Child Abuse Prevention Council of San Benito County leading the charge?\nThe Child Abuse Prevention Council of San Benito County is a non-profit social service agency dedicated to ending the cycle of child abuse by promoting individual well-being and healthy relationships.  For more than 25 years\, we have envisioned a world of safe children\, thriving families and nurturing communities. \nWhat can you do to help?\nSchools have a number of ways to help!\n•	Help make posters for walkers to carry to bring awareness about why they are walking.\n•	Wear a blue ribbon pin during the entire month of April.\n•	Ask us for information or training\, recognizing and reporting child abuse.\n•	Volunteer to help with the event. We need cross walk guards and people to put blue ribbons on trees downtown prior to the event.  \nChild Abuse Prevention Month community-wide activities\nBlue Ribbon Family Fun Walk – Join the Child Abuse Prevention Council and the YMCA’s Healthy Families Day scheduled for April 27\, 2013 and walk to make a statement in our community. \nBlue Ribbon Awareness Campaign – The blue ribbon is the international sign of child abuse prevention.  Started by a grandmother in Virginia who lost her grandson to the tragedy of child abuse\, the blue ribbon signifies the color of the bruises on her young grandson\, and is a call to action.  Community members are encouraged to wear a blue ribbon pin during the month of April. \nBlue Ribbon Award for Outstanding Volunteer Work By an INDIVIDUAL or ORGANIZATION benefiting the health/safety/well being of children in San Benito County will also be awarded. \nPast Recipients\n2012 – Hollister Hills Off-Road Association\n2011 – Celebration Station\n2010 – Diane Ortiz\n2009 – Kris Armstrong  \nThe Story of the Blue Ribbon\nThe Blue Ribbon Child Abuse Prevention Campaign had its early beginnings following the death of a very young child.  In 1989\, a Virginia grandmother received the devastating news that her grandson had died of injuries inflicted by his parents.  In an expression of grief and outrage\, this grandmother did something that has given us a symbol.  She tied a blue ribbon to the antenna of her van as a way to remember “the bruised and battered body of her grandson” and to alert her community to the tragedy of child abuse.  Her simple idea\, to wear or display a blue ribbon for child abuse prevention was picked up by grassroots organizations across the county.  In her own words:\n “NO! It isn’t true! It simply cannot be true! They are telling me that my grandson is dead … they are wrong! There must be some mistake … Michael is fine … but deep in my heart\, I knew it was true for I have not seen him in weeks. It’s been so long since I sat by his side in the hospital. Of course I knew something was wrong as I sat there. I saw fear on his face\, the bruises on his body\, and the healing cigarette burns on his hands. His doctor did not believe my daughter’s story … “he fell in slippery water in the bathtub” … I felt sick … I didn’t understand … Are my granddaughters all right\, was all I thought. Where are they?\nI only had one child. She was a beautiful little girl. She was the light of our eyes. We knew she had entered into a stormy marriage\, for we brought her home several times in the five years the marriage lasted. We suspected heavy use of drugs … BUT … in those five years\, three beautiful\, healthy children had been born. I loved them dearly\, and they loved me. The children were 16 months\, 3 years and 4 years old.\nAfter the ordeal at the hospital\, my grandson was placed in foster care for three weeks. He cried when they came to take him back to his mother. He told his foster mother\, “my momma doesn’t love me\,” and he begged to stay. I ached for his dilemma. I was not physically able to care for him. The courts seemed to believe that home was the best place for him … but I knew better and I told … no\, begged them not to return him to his mother. But I was overruled. My instinct as a grandmother did not count.\nI never saw Michael again. My 16 month old granddaughter was hospitalized after being beaten severely her leg was broken in four places\, and her hand burned from the tip of her little fingers to her wrist. It was only then that the “search was on” for Michael. We learned that he had been killed\, wrapped in a sheet\, stuffed in a tool box and dumped in to a dismal swamp three months earlier.\nMy grandchildren had suffered and battled so much throughout their young lives that it sickened me. My life was turned into physical and mental chaos. My efforts to understand became a plea to stop abusing children. I tied a blue ribbon on my van antenna to make people wonder. It caught on locally with restaurants\, businesses\, the police department and radio and television stations. They all started supporting me in my efforts to make a real awareness campaign. Why the color blue? I never intend to forget the battered\, bruised bodies of my grandchildren. Bruises are black\, then eventually blue. Therefore\, blue serves as a constant reminder to me to fight for our children. Join with me. We must protect our most precious gift of all … our children. Please wear a blue ribbon. Put one on your car. Give one to your friends. Tell them what it means. You may be saving a child’s life! If you suspect anything is happening to your children … your grandchildren … the child next door … PLEASE ACT!”\nBonnie Finney\, Norfolk\, VA.  \nFor more information on the Blue Ribbon Campaign for Child Abuse Prevention Month\, contact:\nAna Cabrera\, Social Worker Supervisor\nSan Benito County Health & Human Services Agency\n1111 San Felipe Road\, Suite 208\, Hollister\, CA 95023\nPhone: 831-634-0686 * e-mail: acabrera@cosb.us\nThank you for your support\, \nAndi Anderson\nChild Abuse Prevention Council Chair
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/only-smack-a-child-with-a-kiss/
CATEGORIES:Fairs-Festivals,Rally-Causes,Schools,Sports-Recreation,Volunteer
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