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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150903T000000
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SUMMARY:San Benito County Community Radio Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join San Benito Community Radio to create programming to serve the local community. \nLearn the skills of radio and podcasting and contribute your ideas and energy to make Community Radio a reality for our area. \n  \nBob Reid \nContact here!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-benito-county-community-radio-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Meetings,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150902T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150902T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
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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:20150901T000000
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SUMMARY:Women's Club of Hollister Luncheon Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Women's Club of Hollister invites you to luncheon and the business meeting on September 9th at San Juan Oaks from 11:15 – 1:00 p.m.  The volunteer organization has been in our county for 102 years and is a member of General Federation of Women's Clubs.  For reservations\, contact Glenda before Sept 8th at 631-265- 7027.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/womens-club-of-hollister-luncheon-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Meetings,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150829T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150830T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150825T031520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150825T031520Z
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SUMMARY:Music In The Park
DESCRIPTION:Music in the Park! \nFree concert!  \nAugust 29 from 4-6pm at Dunne Park (7th and West St) near the tennis courts. Brought to you by Mr. O’s Academy of the Arts. This is the first of three concerts this year. Next concert dates are Saturday September 26\, and Saturday October 24. All concerts are from 4-6pm. \nThis Saturday: David Huboi and the Architecturals will be the first band\, followed by Mr. O’s Jazz Band. \nBring a blanket or low back chair\, and your picnic and enjoy an afternoon of music in beautiful Dunne Park with your family. Please check out our Event Page on Facebook.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/music-in-the-park/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150829T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150830T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150627T034105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150627T034105Z
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SUMMARY:GoPro Video Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:We’ll guide you through every step of the process – including pro editing tips! – so you walk away with an awesome final video. \nBring something to ride (board\, bike\, pogo stick) or something to do (launch a GoPro into the air\, stick it in a tree\, attach it to your dog*).\nStuck for ideas?  We can help. \nWe’ve got a bunch of accessories\, from head straps to pole mounts.  Use ours or bring your own. \n* Dog not included. \nCost:  $40 General | $30 CMAP members \nhttp://www.cmaptv.com/event/gopro-video-bootcamp-2015-08-29/
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/gopro-video-bootcamp/
CATEGORIES:Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150825T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150826T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150627T035959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150627T035959Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Video Production (Hollister)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of digital video production with CMAP’s user-friendly HD video cameras\, tripods and accessories. By successfully completing this class\, you will be certified to check out our basic video equipment – for free! \nPrerequisite:  None\nCertification: Basic Video \nCost: Free for members \nhttp://www.cmaptv.com/event/intro-to-video-production-hollister-3/
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/intro-to-video-production-hollister/
CATEGORIES:Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150822T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150823T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150627T033650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150627T033650Z
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Photography: Get great shots with natural light!
DESCRIPTION:In this half-day workshop\, professional photographer Jim McDonald will share expert tips for taking beautiful photos with only natural light. Family photos? Nature shots? Sporting events? Jim can help you take advantage of nature’s free light source: the sun! You’ll get hands-on practice\, with expert coaching from Jim and feedback from other workshop participants. (No past experience needed. Beginners welcome.) \n\nJim McDonald is a professional photographer with over 35 years of experience in weddings\, portraiture\, commercial photography\, and photojournalism – including freelance work with the Gilroy Dispatch and other local publications. For more than three decades\, Jim was as a teacher and principal in the Morgan Hill School District; he currently teaches Advanced Commercial Photography and Advanced Multimedia at Ann Sobrato High School in Morgan Hill. Fun fact: Jim attended – and took photos – at the very first Gilroy Garlic Festival! More about Jim here. \nPLEASE NOTE:  \n• This workshop will meet at CMAP TV’s studio at Christopher High School\, but will involve driving to nearby locations for photography practice. Please let us know if you will not have a car at the workshop.\n• Please remember to bring a hat\, sunscreen\, and water. \nCost:  $50 General | $40 CMAP Members \nhttp://www.cmaptv.com/event/outdoor-photography-workshop/
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/outdoor-photography-get-great-shots-with-natural-light/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150821T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150821T235959
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CREATED:20150814T072400Z
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SUMMARY:17th Annual Y Golf Open
DESCRIPTION:BUILDING STRONG COMMUNITIES\nThe YMCA and the Hollister Rotary Club have joined forces again to make a significant impact on our community. The YMCA is dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals and families in our community through programs and services that build healthy spirit\, mind and body. The Hollister Rotary Club is dedicated to making a difference in individual’s lives\, community organizations and the world. All proceeds from this event will stay in San Benito County. \n\n17th Annual Y Golf Open\nAugust 21\, 2015\nSan Juan Oaks Golf Club\nEntry Fee $130 \nDinner-Only $40 \nSponsorships Available \nFor More information please contact:\nMayra Zendejas\n831-637-8600\nmzendejas@ymcacentralcoast.org\nwww.ymcacentralcoast.org\n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/17th-annual-y-golf-open/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Sports-Recreation,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150815T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150815T235959
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CREATED:20150707T135433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150707T135433Z
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SUMMARY:8th Annual Class of 1971 Scholarship Luncheon\,  Silent Auction\, and Raffle Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:The Class of 1971 Scholarship will holds its 8th annual Luncheon\,  Silent Auction\, and Raffle Fundraiser on Aug. 15\, 2015\, from 12:30 to 4 p.m. at the Pinnacle Hills Golf Course (formerly the Bolado Park Golf Club) in Tres Pinos. The address is 7777 Airline Highway. \nIt's $25 per person. To make reservations\, email Rudy Bermudes at rudyb50@hotmail.com.  Payments can be made at the door. \nThe luncheon will be catered by Chef Michael Fisher\, owner of Fisher's Catering in Hollister. He is a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Academy of Culinary Arts in Paris\, and prior to starting his own business\, he worked at such prestigious restaurants as Bernardus Lodge and Restaurant Daniel. \nFor more details about the fundraiser\, please visit www.classof1971scholarship.org. \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/8th-annual-class-of-1971-scholarship-luncheon-silent-auction-and-raffle-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150815T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150815T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
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LAST-MODIFIED:20150627T033151Z
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SUMMARY:Quadcopter Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this half-day workshop\, you’ll learn to fly our DJI Phantom 2+ Quadcopter and record video using its HD video camera.  (We’ll email you after the workshop with the footage that you shot!)  We will provide light snacks\, but please bring your own lunch and drinks.  We will be outside all day\, so definitely bring a hat\, sunscreen\, and water.  By completing this workshop\, you will be certified to rent CMAP’s quadcopter for your own projects.  (Don’t forget – you can always hire CMAP to film something for you!) \nPLEASE NOTE:  \n• Participants under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult.\n• This workshop takes place at Christmas Hill Park in Gilroy.  The instructor will inform participants of the specific meeting location. \nCost:  $50 General | $40 CMAP Members \nhttp://www.cmaptv.com/event/quadcopter-workshop-2015-08-15/
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/quadcopter-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150808T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150808T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED: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:20150802T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150802T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150521T063719Z
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SUMMARY:Comedy for a Cause
DESCRIPTION:Comedy for a Cause is happy to announce that the Portuguese Kids are going to be in Hollister Aug. 1. The Portuguese Kids are a famous comedy group\, they will be here to help support the therapy needs for Emilio and Marcos Garcia\, both born with neurological disabilities to Gilbert and Allison Garcia. Both boys\, Emilio\, 5\, and Marcos\, 2\, require a tremendous amount of therapy\, however each and every day the parents see improvement. \nPlease join us\, as we all need to laugh a little.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/comedy-for-a-cause/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150801T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150801T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150729T010550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150729T010550Z
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SUMMARY:Community meeting on Gavilan College trustee elections
DESCRIPTION:At the meetings\, Dr. Jeanne Gobalet will present three draft district maps depicting potential district configurations that meet the requirements of state and federal law. Community members will learn about the criteria used by the consultants to create the draft Trustee area maps\, and provide feedback for the district about the community’s priorities and preferences. Dr. Gobalet\, will receive the public’s input\, consider revisions to the existing maps or the development of additional maps\, and report her findings to the Board at a subsequent meeting. The community’s input will then be used to create final maps that will be presented to the board at two Public Forums.\n \nWHEN and WHERE:\n \nThree community meetings have been scheduled\, one in each of the major communities served by the Gavilan Joint Community College District:\n \n·      Morgan Hill\, Wednesday\, July 29 at 6pm\nRoom 10 – Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center\n17060 Monterey Road\, Morgan Hill\, 95037\n \n·      Hollister\, Saturday\, August 1 at 10:30 a.m.\nBriggs Building\n365 Fourth St\, Hollister\, 95023\n \n·      Gilroy– Tuesday\, August 4 at 6 pm\nNorth Lounge\, Student Center\, Gilroy campus\n5055 Santa Teresa Blvd.\, Gilroy\n \n \nBACKGROUND:\n \nThe District currently elects its governing Board members through “at-large” voting.  This means that all of the voters in the District can vote on any of the candidates on the ballot regardless of where the voter resides. The candidates\, however\, must reside within one of three trustee areas although they are voted upon by all of the voters in the district.  Since the founding of the district\, three trustees have been from San Benito county\, and two each from the communities from Gilroy and Morgan Hill.\n \nAt the April 2015 meeting meeting of the Gavilan College Board of Trustees\, the board took action to amend Board Policy 2100 and to state its intention to transition to a system of by-trustee area elections in time for the Governing Board’s November 2016 election. The policy change will create seven distinct geographic districts\, each represented by a single trustee\, who is elected by the voters of that voting district rather than the entire college district.\n \nIn order to change to the by-trustee area election methodology\, the Board through its attorneys has retained a demographer\, Dr. Jeanne Gobalet of Lapkoff & Gobalet\, Demographic Researchers Inc.\, who has prepared draft maps showing how trustee areas may be configured for purposes of implementing the by-trustee area election methodology.  Dr. Gobalet’s full “Demographer’s Report on Draft Trustee Area Plans\, for Gavilan Community College District”\, can be accessed at: http://gavilan.edu/board/agenda.php\n \nThe criteria for drawing the district maps include the constitutional and statutory requirements for one-person one-vote\, demographic distribution\, communities of interest. The reason for the change was explained in the cover sheet for the agenda item in the materials packet for the Board of Trustees:  “According to the California Voting Rights Act of 2001 (Elections Code § 14025 et seq.\, the “Act”)\, if an at-large election methodology impairs the ability of a protected class to elect candidates of its choice or its ability to influence the outcome of an election that methodology can be challenged in court\, and a public entity\, such as the District\, can be required to change to an election methodology where trustees are elected by only the voters of the area in which they reside.  By transitioning to the “by-trustee” area election methodology\, the Board can preclude the significant financial consequences associated with CVRA litigation.”\n \nEach map has a page summarizing the relevant demographic information.  The summary includes information regarding the total population of each of the proposed trustee areas contained in the draft map along with information as to the demographic make-up of that trustee area\, the voting age population in each proposed area\, and information regarding the estimated Citizen Voting Age Population (“CVAP”) for each proposed trustee area based on the most recent release of the American Community Survey (2009-2013). \n \nHOW:\nThe community meetings will be open to the public\, and Spanish translation services will be provided. Community members needing an accommodation in order to participate in the meetings should call the Office of the President at 408-848-4724 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting they would like to attend.\n \n###\n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/community-meeting-on-gavilan-college-trustee-elections/
CATEGORIES:Government,Meetings,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150731T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150731T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150729T001334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150729T001334Z
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SUMMARY:Junta Comunitaria Para Residentes de Oeste de Hollister
DESCRIPTION:Concejal Mickie Solorio Luna le invita a junta comunitaria para concer mas acerca de los cambios previstos para el oeste de Hollister – plan de Embellecimiento en la carretera San Juan\, evolucion y propuestas aprobadas en el Oeste de Hollister\, planes para rutas seguras en las escuela Calaveras & R. O. Hardin\, propuesta de cambio de nombre de calle "San Juan Road." a "Fourth Street".
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/junta-comunitaria-para-residentes-de-oeste-de-hollister/
CATEGORIES:Government,Meetings,Neighborhood Associations,Schools,Volunteer,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150731T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150731T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150728T235545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150728T235545Z
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SUMMARY:Open House - What's Happening in West Hollister at Hollitser Community Center
DESCRIPTION:Council Member Mickie Solorio Luna invites you to an Open House to learn more about changes planned for west Hollister.  There will be information about the San Juan Road Streetscape Beautification Plan\, proposed and approved developments in West Hollister\, a proposed street name change to San Juan Road to Fourth Street\, Safe Routes to School Plans for Calaveras and R. O. Hardin Schools  and the river trail.  
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/open-house-whats-happening-in-west-hollister-at-hollitser-community-center/
CATEGORIES:Government,Meetings,Neighborhood Associations,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150726T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150726T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150616T071641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150616T071641Z
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SUMMARY:Capital Kings Concert
DESCRIPTION:If you haven’t heard…Hollister is hosting Capital Kings (Electronic Dance Music\, pop rock\, hip hop\, rap)\, a music duo from Tennessee\, in concert at the Veteran’s Memorial Building 649 San Benito St.\, in Hollister\, on Saturday\, July 25. Capital Kings website is www.capitalkingsmusic.com. We are kicking off the concert with an up and coming local artist Aaron Magill (www.songcloud.com/aaronmagill) at 6:15 p.m. This is a free event\, sponsored by the Redeemed Team – a group of Christians from various churches in Hollister. We are offering VIP tickets for $20/ticket which includes early entry\, special seating\, meal\, drink\, and a raffle ticket. Knowing that God can touch and change lives this is an opportunity to invite some of your friends that have never heard Christian music! In addition to fun activities and awesome food\, we are having AMAZING RAFFLE PRIZES –to name a few…Hubsan x4 Mini Quadcopter Drones\, Skullcandy Hesh Wireless Headphones\, Beats by Dr. Dre Wireless Speakers. We are doing some serious fundraising and advertising. We would love to have your ideas and participation. With your willingness to come alongside our Team on this project\, we will have a “sellout” crowd and God will be glorified! We are open to attend your weekly church or youth group meetings. Please call Darin (831) 902-5454\, Patty (831) 902-5141 or email us at trt95023@gmail.com to indicate your availability. Our website is www.redeemedteam.org. Looking forward to hearing from you!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/capital-kings-concert/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150726T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150726T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150513T035749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150513T035749Z
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SUMMARY:Raise The Roof III
DESCRIPTION:"Raise The Roof III" at the Dance Hall in the San Benito County Historical Park on July 25 from 5-10 p.m.  We're havin' a fine tri-tip supper catered by Mansmith Catering and great music from Buffalo Canyon Band…you'll be dancing til' dark.  There'll be a raffle and a no-host bar in "The Cottage" Saloon to boot!\nThe Dance Hall will give the folks of San Benito County a great place for youth groups\, non-profits\, and individuals to celebrate their events in beautiful San Benito County Historical Park.\nTickets are $49/person\, $90/couple\, or celebrate with friends at a table for 6 for $250.  Seating is limited so purchase your tickets early.  All profits benefit Dance Hall and San Benito County Historical Park improvements for the San Benito County Historical Society.  For tickets or information call 831-902-9349 or email caretaker@sbchistoricalsociety.org.  For information about your San Benito County Historical Society visit us at www.sbchistoricalsociety.org.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/raise-the-roof-iii/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150722T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150722T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150624T060025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150624T060025Z
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SUMMARY:HERO Contractor Workshop
DESCRIPTION:AMBAG Energy Watch and the HERO Program are inviting local contractors to attend a workshop to learn about becoming a Registered HERO Contractor in the greater Monterey Bay region. The HERO Program is a residential and commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy financing program for property owners who want to implement energy efficiency\, energy generation\, and water efficiency projects. Any contractors representing the HVAC\, electrical\, window\, photovoltaic\, plumbing\, insulation\, roofing\, or landscape/irrigation trades are highly encouraged to attend.  \nThe HERO Program is rapidly expanding throughout the many communities in the Monterey Bay region and now is the right time for local contractors to learn more about how they can offer their services through the HERO program. \nAMBAG Energy Watch is committed to reducing energy use in the Monterey Bay region through energy efficiency. Toward that end\, we are excited to co-host this event to help local contractors understand how they can expand their service offerings with local property owners through the HERO program. Please see the attached flyer for further information on how to register for the upcoming HERO contractor workshops in July.  \nTo register for the workshop\, please email scampbell@ambag.org as soon as possible.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/hero-contractor-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150719T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150719T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150710T025021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150710T025021Z
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SUMMARY:Knight's of Columbus 100th Anniversary Celebration Dinner Dance Fundraiser\, July 18th
DESCRIPTION:The Knights of Columbus\, San Benito County Council 1792 is celebrating it’s 100th anniversary\, July 18th by presenting a Chicken and Steak Dinner/Dance to the San Benito County Public. This event is a fundraiser raising money for the Catholic Scholarship and Charities program of San Benito County. The Cost is a $35.00 donation. The event includes Free Raffle Prizes\, Chicken and Steak dinner with salad\, free coffee\, soda and water $1 and No Host Bar. Dancing will be to the live music of “Shiloh”. \nThis event will be held on Saturday\, July 18th\, 2015 at Sacred Heart Church of Hollister\, in (O’Riley Hall) from 5:30 pm -10:30 pm\, (Doors Open @ 5pm).\nFor Tickets call:\nDave (831) 537-8305 or Mark (831) 902-9218
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/knights-of-columbus-100th-anniversary-celebration-dinner-dance-fundraiser-july-18th/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150718T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150718T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150609T062654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150609T062654Z
UID:10001508-1437177600-1437263999@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Hollister Downtown Association's 29th Annual Street Festival Car Show & Chili Cook Off
DESCRIPTION:The Hollister Downtown Association’s 29th Annual Street Festival Car Show & Chili Cook Off will be held on Saturday\, July 18\, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Hollister. Over 200 cars on display\, chili cook-off\, kid’s zone\, live entertainment\, food and craft vendors\, demonstrations\, merchant sales\, raffles\, free watermelon and more. There is no admission charge or parking fees. For more info: http://www.downtownhollister.org/street-festival-car-show/ Call 831-636-8406 or email events@downtownhollister.org
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/hollister-downtown-associations-29th-annual-street-festival-car-show-chili-cook-off/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150717T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150717T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150708T023049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150708T023049Z
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SUMMARY:Taizé Evensong
DESCRIPTION:Taizé Evensong–Thursday\, July 16 at 7 p.m.\, St. Luke's Episcopal Church\, 720 Monterey Street in Hollister.  Jazz guitar\, chant\, spoken word\, and silence in a candle-lit sanctuary combine to offer a unique opportunity for 45 minutes of peace in your week.  Come and simply BE… no experience necessary!  Free childcare is available upon request.  (831) 637-7570.  
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/taize-evensong-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150715T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150715T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150707T033957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150707T033957Z
UID:10001523-1436918400-1437004799@benitolink.com
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:20150715T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150715T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150513T211855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150513T211855Z
UID:10001498-1436918400-1437004799@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:San Benito County Parks and Recreation Meeting
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, July 14\, join the San Benito County Parks and Recreation Commission and County Staff to discuss incoming subdivisions and their park elements. At the May 12 meeting\, the Commission was informed of several new subdivisions that will require strategic planning for park dedications because of their size and limited creditable park space in each proposed area. Staff is looking at a larger neighborhood park\, what pieces might fit into a regional park\, and planning with city staff to ensure long-term sustainable and quality parks for the community. Learn more by attending the meeting!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-benito-county-parks-and-recreation-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Government,Meetings,Sports-Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150712T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150712T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150402T095736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150402T095736Z
UID:10001481-1436659200-1436745599@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Hacienda de Leal Fundraiser for Pet Friends
DESCRIPTION:Come join the friends of Pet Friends for a fun\, 1950s theme at Hacienda de Leal.\nEnjoy pizza\, no-host bar\, DJ dancing\, and raffle items. Rock out in your best 50’s outfit.\nThis fundraiser event includes fantastic raffle items including a fun two room\, one night stay at Hacienda de Leal\, and a wine tour to the Leal Vineyards.\nTickets: $15 per person – children welcomed!\nContact the office at Pet Friends office for more information and ticket purchase (831) 634-1191.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/hacienda-de-leal-fundraiser-for-pet-friends/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150710T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150712T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150627T050446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150627T050446Z
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SUMMARY:1st Annual Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Community Fellowship Center of San Juan Bautista is delighted to invite you to our 1st Annual Community Carnival.  Come out and enjoy a day of shopping\, eating\, and exciting fellowship with the family!   \nLocation:  Soccer Field\, 300A The Alameda\, City of San Juan Bautista\, CA 95045\nDate:  Friday thru Sunday\, July 10 – 12\, 2015\nTime:  11 a.m. to 11 p.m. \nThe San Juan Bautista 1st Annual Community Carnival is the community’s first fundraiser of its kind.  In hope of continued growth Community Fellowship Center members’ dedicate themselves to giving and supporting the families of San Benito County. \nThe Carnival will include clothes; jewelry\, non-profit booths\, food booths\, and music\, guests may also enjoy shopping at the San Juan Bautista stores.     \nAll proceeds are allocated to the community programs; food baskets for local families\, leadership and mentoring opportunities for high school students and adults\, educational workshops for adults and scholarships for students in the San Benito County School District.   \nOur Purpose accordingly Lily Anderson\, a master’s candidate in the School of Social Work\, “Research shows that increasing young people’s social activities and family cohesion significantly decrease the chances that a child or adolescent will experiment with drugs and alcohol.” The Community Carnival will assist in creating an environment that can foster family and community bonding with budget friendly activities that promote family togetherness\, by offering a fun outlet for families to bridge the gap in their busy lives and enjoy the day! \n\nCommunity Fellowship Outreach Team\n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/1st-annual-carnival/
CATEGORIES:Fairs-Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150706T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150717T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150704T001835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150704T001835Z
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SUMMARY:Kids SJB Summer Enrichment Camp
DESCRIPTION:The 2015 SJB Summer Enrichment Camp revives a summer program that ran during the years 2000 – 2005. The San Juan Bautista and Aromas area have few affordable summer programs for youth. For example\, 78 percent of SJB youth qualify for the free or reduced lunch program\, so we have set a sliding scale fee ($20\, $30 or $40) that maximizes our program's access to families. Our program is funded by donations from local businesses and individuals. We also have a large number of volunteers (from SJB LULAC and San Benito Rising) who help run the program. \nSan Juan Bautista \n2015 Summer Enrichment Camp \nJuly 6 – July 17 (9am – 1pm) \nTheme: Restoring Our Environment \nLocation: San Juan Bautista Library \n\n30 to 35 students from SJB\, Aromas and Hollister\n3 credentialed teachers\n6 high school interns (camp assistants)\nWe’ll be planting native trees/plants & working to restore part of the Pajaro River\n\n  \nWeek 1 \nDay 1 – Understanding Our Environmental Challenges \nUnderstanding ecosystem concepts\nMonarch butterflies (Guest speaker\, Martha from Natural Bridges State Park) \n90% of Monarchs have disappeared since 1990 (almost 1 billion butterflies\, only 30 million left)\nDecline due to herbicides like Roundup that kill milkweed\, and also climate change\nOther insects disappearing too \nBees (Guest speaker\, a beekeeper who will bring comb honey for kids to taste) \nDecline of bees due to pesticides used in agriculture \nDay 2 — What are some Solutions to Environmental Challenges? \nExamples of youth who are tackling Environmental Challenges\nShort videos of Ta’Kaiya Blaney & Alex Loorz (followed by discussions)\nGuest youth speaker from iMatterYouth.org (Becky Chung\, age 17)\nFieldtrip — walk around SJB to observe trees\, discuss photosynthesis\, ecosystem & biodiversity concepts (Andy)\nGuest youth speaker\, Jesse Vallejo (started Haybalers Against Fracking facebook page) \nDay 3 — Specific Solutions: Solar Energy\, Model Green City & Sustainable Agriculture \nDiscuss how solar cells work & how wind turbines work \nExamples of solar oven\, solar bio light\, solar flashlight\, sample windmill\nExample of electric car – Nissan Leaf \nFieldtrip to Pinnacle Farm (Phil Foster leads tour of his solar installation & organic farm)   \nDay 4 — Understanding biomes\, water cycle\, carbon cycle — soil \nGuest speaker\, Shawn Novak discusses water\, drought\, climate change & conservation\nFieldtrip to Morris Ranch (Joe Morris)\nDiscuss how Native Americans\, Spanish & Americans have altered local ecosystem \nDay 5 – Recycling & Work on Projects — art\, music\, etc. \nGuest speaker from Recology (reduce\, recycle\, reuse info) \nWeek 2 \nDay 1 — Reforestation intro — The Man who Planted Trees (watch video) \nDiscuss video — Ecological benefits/services that trees provide for ecosystems \nWatch Plant for the Planet video – Felix Finkbinder (followed by discussions)\nPlant perennials around San Juan Bautista soccer field using Groasis Waterboxx (Joey) \nDay 2 – Show STRAW video \nGuest speaker — biologist from STRAW (Student & Teachers Restore A Watershed) \nDay 3 – Work on a STRAW Maintenance Project – at Pajaro River (Gonzales Ranch) \nDay 4 — Setup & rehearse for evening Open House – art\, performances\, etc. 6pm Potluck & Presentation to parents & community members (at SJB Community Center) \nDay 5 — — Hike at a park (Fremont Peak)\, go to beach\, or Morgan Hill Water Park (students will vote on this) \n  \nVideos\, Web Sites & Resources:\n1) Ta'Kaiya Blaney (Canada) \n https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gB59ZidluLw (Shallow Waters song) \n  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jA_GxLLXKLs (Speech) \n  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ezom1kX4rm0  (Earth Revolution song) \n  http://www.takaiyablaney.com/ (Ta'Kaiya's web site) \n2) Alex Loorz (USA) \nhttp://www.youngvoicesonclimatechange.com/movie_kids-global-warming.php \nhttps://vimeo.com/4204474 \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=raW7wu_XxPs \nhttp://www.imatteryouth.org/ (website for Alex's organization) \n3 ) Felix Finkbeiner (Germany) \nhttp://www.youngvoicesonclimatechange.com/movie_plant-for-the-planet.php \n(reforestation) \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzksgMrS_7o \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGLtkbaeupI (speech to UN) \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6fiXczd-so (speech at conference) \nhttp://www.plant-for-the-planet.org/en/about-us (web site for Felix's organization) \n4) Text of short story "The Man Who Planted Trees" by Jean Giono \nhttp://www.idph.com.br/conteudos/ebooks/the_man_who_planted_trees.pdf\n(This story was not copyrighted\, so it can be shared freely) \n5) Academy Award winning short animation (30 min.) of "The Man Who Planted Trees"  \nhttps://vimeo.com/19426214 \n6) STRAW video on DVD
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/kids-sjb-summer-enrichment-camp/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Lectures,Neighborhood Associations,Schools,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150701T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150701T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150625T015349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150625T015349Z
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SUMMARY:FREE Immigration Legal Clinic/Taller GRATIS para Asistencia Inmigratoria
DESCRIPTION:OneJustice’s Justice Bus Project and the United Farm Workers Foundation are partnering to hold a free legal clinic for individuals in need of assistance with their application for naturalization\, Deferred Action for Childhood arrivals (DACA)\, DACA renewal\, or other immigration matters. At the clinic\, volunteer law students and attorneys will meet one on one with clients at any stage of the application process.  \nEl proyecto Autobús de Justicia de OneJustice Y la Fundación de la Unión de Campesinos están colaborando para ofrecer una clínica legal gratuita para las personas que necesiten ayuda con inmigración\, sus solicitudes de naturalización\, la Acción Diferida para llegadas infantiles (DACA)\, o la renovación de DACA. En la clínica los estudiantes de derechos y los abogados voluntarios se reunirán uno-a-uno con los clientes en cualquier etapa del proceso de solicitud.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/free-immigration-legal-clinic-taller-gratis-para-asistencia-inmigratoria/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150627T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150628T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150501T021220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150501T021220Z
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SUMMARY:Saddle Horse Show & Rodeo at Bolado Park
DESCRIPTION:The 82nd annual San Benito County Saddle Horse Show and Rodeo will be held at the Bolado Park Fairgrounds in June:  \n​FRIDAY\, JUNE 26\, 7 p.m. \nSATURDAY\, JUNE 27\, 1:30 p.m. \nSUNDAY\, JUNE 28\, 1:30 p.m. \nTICKET INFORMATION: All seats are reserved in the shaded grandstand. Friday night seats are $7. Saturday and Sunday seats are $10. Babes in arms are free; toddlers to 11 years old are $4. Tickets can be obtained in advance by completing the attached form and mailing it\, with a check payable to the S.B.C. Saddle Horse Association and indicating the desired seat location\, to P. O. Box 56\, Hollister\, CA 95024. You can also call the office\, (831) 628-3545\, to reserve seats or to pay by credit card. All ticket sales are final. General Admission ticket sales start May 25. Tickets can also be purchased at Rancher’s Feed and at Bolado Park. On Friday\, June 26 tickets can be obtained at the fairgrounds starting at 10 a.m. \nCONCESSION STANDS: Alcoholic beverages will be available at the Grandstand concessions. There will be arena seating that has access to the food concession booth. With purchase of a wrist band and general admission ticket to the seating area\, beer and food will be available. Beer must be consumed within the special seating area and ID will be required. Tickets and wrist bands will need to be purchased at the Grandstand or Tunnel to the arena and will not be available to be purchased at the special seating area. \nFREE EVENTS IN THE KIDS CORRAL include Two Bounce Houses & a Bucking Horse on the grass at the north end of the Grandstand. \nFor more information\, email office@SanBenitoCountyRodeo.com or visit the horse show website at www.SanBenitoCountyRodeo.com \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/saddle-horse-show-rodeo-at-bolado-park/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Sports-Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150627T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150627T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150615T151747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150615T151747Z
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SUMMARY:Hollister Free Wheelers' Home Games
DESCRIPTION:The Hollister Free Wheelers\, power wheelchair soccer athletes\, are hosting their last home games for the 2014-2015 season on Saturday\, June 27\, at 11 a.m. and 2:15 p.m. (the opposing teams will play each other around noon).  We will also be holding a drawing for a $100 Visa gift card during the last game.  Admission is free.  For more information about how to be eligible for the gift card drawing\, and/or about the games\, contact Don or Sue Jones at 831-636-3271 or at the Hollister Free Wheelers' Facebook page. 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/hollister-free-wheelers-home-games-2/
CATEGORIES:Sports-Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150627T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150627T235959
DTSTAMP:20260420T122559
CREATED:20150610T033143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150610T033143Z
UID:10001509-1435363200-1435449599@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Inaugural Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:  \nSan Benito Resource Conservation District\nInaugural Garden Tour\nJune 27   9 a.m. to noon \nA FREE drive or bike yourself tour showcasing gardening and environmentally friendly yards and garden practices \nAbout the tour: \n\nParticipants will be able to travel to different sites in Hollister. Water Wise Demo from 9-10 a.m. with Shawn Novak\, water conservation program manager.                   \nMeet Mary Paxton\, UC Master Gardener & Anita Kane\, Landscape Architect.\nSee different types of native\, edible and drought resistant gardens.\nLearn techniques to apply to your own yard.\nObserve what other local residents are doing to protect natural resources and for water conservation.\nLearn about pollinator plants for hummingbirds and bees.\n\nBring a sketch of your yard to M&M Garden Mart for help with a planting plan. Tour participants will receive a 20 percent discount on landscape plants. (one- and two-gallon containers). \nDirections and maps available at Water Wise Demonstration Garden\, 6th & Powell at Dunne Park on June 27 from 9-10 a.m\,\nor contact camllle@rcdsanbenito.org\, 831-637-4360 ext.101  for an e-map\nInfo also available at www.rcdsanbenito.org. \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/inaugural-garden-tour/
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