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SUMMARY:45th Annual Cinco de Mayo Scholarship Dinner & Dance
DESCRIPTION:The Mexican-American Committee on Education (MACE) of San Benito County wishes to invite the community to the 45th annual Cinco de Mayo Scholarship Dinner & Dance. The event is scheduled on Saturday\, May 2 at the Elks Lodge located at 351 Astro Drive in Hollister.     \nMACE\, through proceeds from the annual Cinco de Mayo Scholarship Banquet\, is able to award scholarships to graduating high school seniors from San Benito County. MACE attributes its success to community members and corporate sponsors who support the annual scholarship banquet. Since its formation in 1970\, MACE has raised over $400\,000 and granted scholarships to over 500 students. Many scholarship recipients are very successful today in their careers and education – attending several of colleges and universities throughout the United States.  
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/45th-annual-cinco-de-mayo-scholarship-dinner-dance/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150502T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150504T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
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SUMMARY:31st Annual California Indian Market & World Peace Dance Festival
DESCRIPTION:CALL FOR VENDORS\, VOLUNTEERS\, PATRONS. \n31ST CALIFORNIA INDIAN MARKET & WORLD PEACE DANCE FESTIVAL \nMAY 2 & 3 – SATURDAY AND SUNDAY – 10AM TO 7PM \nSAN JUAN BAUTISTA SCHOOL SOCCER LOT – THE ALAMEDA & HIWAY 156. \nNATIVE AMERICAN\, WESTERN\, WILDLIFE ARTS\, DANCE\, DRUMS & FOODS. \nPEACE DANCE HONORING MILITARY VETERANS. \nXIPE TOTEC AZTEC DANCERS CELEBRATING CINCO DE MAYO. \nDonation $1. Kids under 12 free. Family-oriented sobriety event. \npeacevision96@yahoo.com         www.oneearthonepeople.org \nLAYNEE REYNA –  831-623-4771 MORE INFO ON  www.peacevision.net \n                                                      \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/31st-annual-california-indian-market-world-peace-dance-festival/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150502T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150503T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
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SUMMARY:16th Annual Gavilan Kennel Club All-Breed Dog Show At Bolado Park
DESCRIPTION:16th Annual Back to Back All-Breed Dog Shows\, Obedience Trials & Rally Trials (Unbenched) \nGavilan Kennel Club \nEstablished 1983 (American Kennel Club Licensed) \nBolado Park\nSan Benito County Fairgrounds 9000 Airline Highway (State Hwy. 25) Tres Pinos\, CA 95075 \nSaturday\, May 2\, 2015 \nAll-Breed Dog Show\, 2 Obedience Trials & 2 Rally Trials AKC National Owner-Handled Series\n$25.00 Cash Prize for Best Owner-Handled in Show \nSunday\, May 3\, 2015 \nAll-Breed Dog Show  \nGavilan Kennel Club All-Breed Sanctioned “B” Match \nSaturday\, May 2\, 2015 \nBolado Park Fairgrounds \n9000 Airline Highway\, Tres Pinos\, CA 95075 Puppy Classes:\n4-6 Months 6-9 Months 9-12 Months\nAdult Classes: \n12-18 Months Bred by Exhibitor Open\nClasses Divided by Sex\, Puppies judged separately from adults\nOpen to all AKC and FSS Breeds\nMatch judging starts approximately 1⁄2 hour after Best in Show\nPre-Entries Close: Wednesday\, April 29\, 2015\nPre-Entry: $8.00\nEntry fee day of Match: $10.00\nMake check payable to: Gavilan Kennel Club\nMail to: Jayme Jones\, GKC Match Secretary/Chair\n6563 Frankie Lane\, Salinas\, CA 93907\n(831) 682-6933 • E-mail: jaymejones@yahoo.com\nHandlers may handle personally owned dogs only. No ear racks please.\nNo champions\, majors are ok. Wins at sanctioned matches carry no AKC points. Sorry no Junior Handling or Obedience Classes offered at this Match. 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/16th-annual-gavilan-kennel-club-all-breed-dog-show-at-bolado-park/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment,Fairs-Festivals,Sports-Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150502T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150502T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150401T072229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150401T072229Z
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SUMMARY:Free Comic Book Day
DESCRIPTION:Bill's Bullpen in Hollister is one of thousands of comic book shops around the world celebrating the comic book art form on Saturday\, May 2. On Free Comic B ook Day\, more than 2 million comic books will be given away at participating stores. \n"The wide array of comic books being published today ensures that readers of all ages — children\, teens and adults — can find something appropriate that will stir their imaginations\," said Bill Mifsud\, owner of Bill's Bullpen at 207 4th St. Now in its 14th year\, Free Comic Book Day has proven to be a smashing success\, Mifsud said\, spreading the word that comic books are terrific reading. "Even if you have never picked up a comic book\, stop into Bill's Bullpen\, because you never know what you will end up finding." \n"We want Bill's Bullpen to spread the word that comics are perfect for today's times\," Mifsud continued. "Comic books and graphic novels are considered hip\, hot and smart Comic books have propelled to the front ranks of pop culture\, many being adapted into movies. The first weekend of May is going to be a big day in the comic book world." \nRegular updates\, information about comic books\, and a list of participating publishers and their free comics are online at www.FreeComicBookDay.com. \nThe event kicks off at 10 a.m. on Saturday\, May 2 and runs until all free comics are given away at Bill's Bullpen. Call 831-636-1180 for more information.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/free-comic-book-day/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150502T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150502T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150221T023942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150221T023942Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Wine & Beer Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a lovely stroll through downtown Hollister at our 2015 Downtown Wine and Beer Stroll on May 2\, from 1-5 p.m.. Tickets are on sale now at Edward Jones\, Creative Design & Consulting\, Postal Graphics\, San Benito Bene\, at our office\, 514 Monterey St and online http://www.downtownhollister.org/downtown-wine-beer-stroll. Tickets are $25 advance sale and $35 day of the event. Must be 21 years of age or older. 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/downtown-wine-beer-stroll/
CATEGORIES:Fairs-Festivals,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150430T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150430T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150424T031036Z
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SUMMARY:Crowdfunding Workshop offered for San Benito County Residents
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to start or expand a business? Do you need capital to do so?\nAs a city or county\, are you hoping to jump start your community with new sources of revenue and services? Or do you need to improve parks\, create jobs\, improve infrastrauture or want to spur new downtown business growth?\nIs your non-profit looking for fundraising strategies/\n\nIf you answered yes to any of the above\, join us for this FREE Crowdfunding Workshop.  The forum will focus on the basics of crowdfunding\, The jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act\, and prepare you to take  advantage of new funding strategies and opportunities.  Workshop presenter\, Dr. Jim White\, was directly involved in getting the JOBS Act legislation\, and is an expert on the topic. \nGo online to RSVP at:  www.jlwhiteinternational.com \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/crowdfunding-workshop-offered-for-san-benito-county-residents/
CATEGORIES:Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150430T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150430T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150422T215001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150422T215001Z
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SUMMARY:Jobs Act & Crowdfunding Three Years Later!
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to start or expand a business? Do you need capital to do so? \nAs a city or county\, are you hoping to jump start your community with new sources of revenue and services? Or do you need to improve parks\, create jobs\, improve infrastructure or want to spur new downtown business growth? \nIs your non-profit looking for fundraising strategies? \nIf you answered yes to any of the above\, join us for this FREE Crowdfunding Workshop on Wednesday\, April 29 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the San Juan Oaks Golf Club in Hollister\, California. \n  \nRSVP Required\n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/jobs-act-crowdfunding-three-years-later/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Meetings,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150430T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150430T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
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LAST-MODIFIED:20150408T050520Z
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SUMMARY:A night of Scout recruiting!
DESCRIPTION:There will be one night of scouting on April 29\, from 6:30-7:30 p.m.  If you have thought of joining scouts in time to take part in Cub Scout Fort Benito Day Camp\, out at Bolado Park\, now is the time.  We can sign up boys going into first thru fifth grade for Cub Scouts.  Recruiters will be availalble at all Hollister School District Elementary Schools prepared to sign you up for Cub Scout and get you enrolled in Fort Benito Day Camp\, that runs from June 15-19 daily from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.  You can also join Boy Scouts which is for boys ages 10 years  (and have finished fifth grade) and are not yet 18 years old.  This will also be in time to attend summer camp with boy scout troops. There are several troops to choose from. \nCOME TO ANY HOLLISTER SCHOOL DISTRICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL on April 29 from 6:30-7:30  and sign up to join scouting. You will be glad you did. Questions? You may call 636-6810.   \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/a-night-of-scout-recruiting/
CATEGORIES:Schools,Sports-Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150426T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150426T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150416T232239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150416T232239Z
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SUMMARY:Italian Catholic Federation Branch 26 Pasta Feed
DESCRIPTION:Meal consists of: Spaghetti\, Italian Sausage\, Salad\, Bread and Dessert. \nPrice: \nAdults: $12 (13 and older) \nChild: $8 (12 and under) \nPlease call Cheri (831) 207-3214 or MaryAnn (831) 902-5151 for Tickets.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/italian-catholic-federation-branch-26-pasta-feed/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150425T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150425T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150401T231458Z
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SUMMARY:Healthy Kids Day
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Healthy Kids Day on April 25 at the YMCA of San Benito County. There will be local community booths\, arts and crafts\, games\, bouncy houses for the kids and so much more. This is a free\, fun family event open to all. \nTime: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/healthy-kids-day/
CATEGORIES:Fairs-Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150425T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150425T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20140826T043011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140826T043011Z
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SUMMARY:Cards For A Cause
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE- On Saturday April 25\, 2015\, CASA will be hosting it’s annual Cards For A Cause fundraiser at the Hollister Elks Lodge. This fun event features a hearty dinner\, player’s choice of  Texas Hold ‘Em Poker OR Bingo\, raffles\, auctions\, and more! You won’t want to miss out on your chance to win some fabulous prizes such as: 4 one-day Disneyland & California Adventure Park Hopper passes\, Pier 39 Family Fun Pack\, autographed 49er’s Navarro Bowman football\, and infamous Wine Heist (a wine refrigerator + wine to go with it)\, to name a few. \nProceeds from this event will provide support\, resources\, and advocacy for children in San Benito County’s foster care system\, giving them a powerful voice and brighter future. \nSuggested donation of $60 includes your choice of chicken or steak dinner plus Poker or Bingo\, or $45 for dinner only. \nTickets can be purchased at Postal Graphics and the CASA office\, located at 829 San Benito St.\, Ste 200 Hollister\, CA 95023\, (831) 637-4992\, www.casasanbenito.org. \nPlease note: you must be 21 or older to participate in the Poker Tournament; guests must be present to win raffles\, auctions\, and Wine Heist.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/cards-for-a-cause/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150424T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150424T235959
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SUMMARY:Town Hall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:San Benito County Health & Human Services Agency\, Department of Community Services & Workforce Development (CSWD)\, will conduct a town hall meeting to gather information from the public regarding service needs for low-income residents. This is your opportunity to let us know about gaps in services and the needs for the low-income families in our community. \nPlease RSVP by April 20 at aanderson@cosb.us
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/town-hall-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150419T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150419T235959
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CREATED:20150225T040601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150225T040601Z
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SUMMARY:Aromas-San Juan Bautista Community Schools Foundation Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:The Aromas-San Juan Bautista Community Schools Foundation is holding its18th annual fundraising dinner and auction on Saturday\, April 18 at the Aromas Grange Hall. The evening begins at 5 p.m. with a social hour. \nA delicious barbeque tri-tip and chicken dinner is followed by a lively auction featuring local wine\, art\, collectibles\, and student art. The Foundation supports arts in the schools\, provides assistance to educational programs through mini-grants\, and provides annual scholarships and awards to district graduates. \nTickets cost $45 per person and can be purchased through the school district office. Please order tickets by April 3. Contact a Foundation Board Member to buy tickets or make a\ndonation. Marilyn Breiling (831 )419-7230 (mcedar1@aol.com) or Heather Leeder at hleeder@sbcoe.org.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/aromas-san-juan-bautista-community-schools-foundation-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150419T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150419T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150128T061720Z
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SUMMARY:San Benito County 4-H Pancake Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:7 a.m. to noon \nTicket Price: $5 \nPlace: Bolado Park\, Hollister \nMeal Includes:\nPancakes\, Scrambled Eggs\, Country Potatoes\, Sausage\, Fruit\, Coffee and Juice. \n4-H kids will be selling tickets starting in February. \nThere will be tickets available at the door.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-benito-county-4-h-pancake-breakfast/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150418T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150503T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150331T083822Z
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SUMMARY:The Little Mermaid Jr. Musical Play
DESCRIPTION:Produced by Matt and Shanon Romiti \nFor more information\, please call 831-636-0122\, on \nFacebook.com/SanBenitoStageCompany or www.sanbenitostage.org. \nTickets are now on sale for Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID JR. presented by the San Benito Stage Company at the Granada Theatre on 5th Street in Hollister beginning April 17 and running weekends through May 2. \nThe musical is based on the 2008 Broadway production and the 1989 animated feature film. The San Benito Stage Company’s children’s production contains approximately 45 youth ages 6 to eighth grade led by Director\, Derek Barnes.  \nThis classic Disney title contains all of the songs from the Academy Award-winning animated feature film as well as three new songs from the Broadway show. THE LITTLE MERMAID JR. takes place in a magical kingdom beneath the sea\, where a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first\, she’ll have to defy her father\, the king of the sea\, escape the clutches of an evil sea witch and convince a prince that she’s the girl with the perfect voice.  Featuring favorite songs such as “Under the Sea”\, “Part of Your World”\, and “Kiss the Girl” this show is sure to be a treat for the entire family.   \n  \nCome enjoy this family friendly production of THE LITTLE MERMAID JR. opening April 17\, 18\, 24\, 25 at 7 p.m. and May 1\, 2 at 7 p.m. also April 19\, 25 and 26 at 2 p.m.  Tickets are on sale at Postal Graphics\, San Benito Bene\, www.brownpapertickets.com\, the Granada box office one hour before shows and from a cast member. Adults  $15\, Seniors/ Students $12.  Group 4-pack $45\, advanced sale only.\n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/the-little-mermaid-jr-musical-play/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150418T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150419T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150402T030824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150402T030824Z
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SUMMARY:Cheese-making Classes
DESCRIPTION:Spend a day immersed in cheese-making! Come join us for a fun hands-on experience making cheese with Vermont experts\, Larry and Linda Faillace\, of Three Shepherds Farm. Each class can be taken separately per day or combined together for a more complete lesson. Classes are scheduled for Saturday\, April 18 – Basic Cheese-making; and Sunday\, April 19 – Italian Cheeses. If you are interested and would like more details on each of the classes and to register\, please call Elaine at (323) 842-5121 or email: workshops@paicinesranch.com Also\, check out the link on our website for more information: http://paicinesranch.com/classes-clinics/CheesemakingWorkshopFlyer.pdf
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/cheese-making-classes/
CATEGORIES:Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150418T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150418T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150402T053301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150402T053301Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-Mothers Day Boutique
DESCRIPTION:Get Your Mother’s Day Gift Early \nSaturday April 18\, 2015 \n11 a.m. to 3 p.m. \nTres Pinos Union School \n5635 Airline Highway \nTres Pinos\, CA \nRaffle to be held throughout the event.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/pre-mothers-day-boutique/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150418T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150418T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150312T044428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150312T044428Z
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SUMMARY:Lessalt Water Treatment Plant - Open House
DESCRIPTION:Upgrades to the Lessalt Water Treatment Plant are complete\, marking the first major step in bringing improved water quality to the Hollister Urban Area. \nThe Hollister Urban Area Water Project (HUAWP) is a collaborative effort approved in 2013 between the City of Hollister\, Sunnyslope County Water District and the San Benito County Water District to improve drinking water quality\, protect the groundwater basin and help meet wastewater discharge requirements. \n“Completion of the Lessalt upgrades is a milestone in a long-term effort to improve water quality for our drinking water customers\, and to help protect our local groundwater basin\,” said Harry Blohm\, the HUAWP project manager. “Upgrading the Lessalt Treatment Plant allows us to reliably treat 2 million gallons of water per day (mgd). This the first step in a long-range plan that has been in the works for many years.” The $6.8-million project was completed on schedule and within the original budget. Surface water imported from the Central Valley Project (CVP) is treated to drinking water standards at the Lessalt plant and distributed to Ridgemark\, Sunnyslope and the City of Hollister customers. \nCome see the upgrades at the Lessalt Water Treatment Plant Open House Saturday\, April 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/lessalt-water-treatment-plant-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150418T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150418T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150305T065042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150305T065042Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Plant Sale & Garden Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Hollister Downtown Association (HDA) is proud to present the 2015 Downtown Plant Sale & Garden Expo! Held each year in April to coincide with the spring trials\, the event offers education about water efficient landscaping\, composting classes\, demonstration of how to build a raised bed garden and assistance from Master Gardeners in addition to selling a wide variety of plants. Vendors will be selling garden art\, accessories and planters.  Sponsored in part by the Water Resources Association of San Benito County. For more information contact Jeana Arnold at HDA at 831-636-8406 or by email at marketing@downtownhollister.org.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/downtown-plant-sale-garden-expo/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150417T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150417T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150409T024910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150409T024910Z
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SUMMARY:Music & Author Talks
DESCRIPTION:National Library Week finishes at the San Benito County Free Library with discussion and performances. \n"Songs of the heart" with Oriana Chorale at 4 p.m. and "Imaginary Animal" author discussion 5-6 p.m. \nThese events are free and open to the public.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/music-author-talks/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150416T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150416T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150408T013619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150408T013619Z
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SUMMARY:BBQ Fundraiser for the San Benito Olive Festival
DESCRIPTION:The San Benito Olive Festival\, a non-profit organization\, will hold its first barbecue pick-up fundraiser at Brigantino Irrigation on 910 Prospect Ave. in Hollister on Thursday\, April 16.  For $20\, patrons will receive a dinner meal of halved\, oak-grilled rosemary chicken; Mediterranean farfalle pasta salad; roasted\, locally-grown vegetables; blended olives and olive oil and herb focaccia. The gourmet meal will be prepared by Chef Mike Fisher\, owner of Fisher’s Catering of Hollister. \nTickets can be purchased at Brigantino Irrigation or at any of the following businesses in Hollister:\n• Postal Graphics\, 1760 Airline Highway\n• Grillin & Chillin Alehouse\, 401 McCray St.\n• San Benito County Chamber of Commerce 243 Sixth St.\n• San Benito Bene\, 615-B San Benito St.\n• 3rd Base Burger Bar\, 650 San Benito St.\n• San Juan Oaks Golf Club\, 3825 Union Road\n• Grillin & Chillin Roadhouse\, 3650 San Juan Road \nFor more information\, call (831) 537-7508.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/bbq-fundraiser-for-the-san-benito-olive-festival/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150415T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150531T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150401T234056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150401T234056Z
UID:10001476-1429056000-1433116799@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training
DESCRIPTION:The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training is a program designed to prepare San Benito County residents to help themselves\, their families\, and neighbors\, in the event of a disaster. The training covers basic skills that are important to know in a disaster when emergency services are not available. CERT members will receive training in earthquake preparedness\, disaster fire suppression techniques\, disaster medical operations\, first aid/CPR\, light search and rescue as well as team organization and management. \nClasses will be every Tuesday from April 14 to May 26 and a Disaster Simulation Exercise on Saturday\, May 30.    \nCERT Basic Training Class 15-02\nClasses are on Tuesdays in the Sheriff’s Office Conference Room\nDisaster Simulation is on Saturday at the Hollister Airport\nTime: 0815 – 1400 hours \n1.    14 Apr 2015 – Unit 1: Disaster Preparedness\n2.    21 Apr 2015 – Unit 2: Fire Safety\n3.    28 Apr 2015 – Unit 3: Disaster Medical Operations – Part 1\n4.    5 May 2015 – Unit 4: Disaster Medical Operations – Part 2\n5.    12 May 2015 – Unit 5: Light Search & Rescue Operations\n6.    19 May 2015 – Unit 6/7: CERT Organization & Disaster Psychology\n7.    26 May 2015 – Unit 8: Terrorism and CERT\n8.    30 May 2015 – Unit 9: Course Review & Disaster Simulation Exercise
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/community-emergency-response-team-cert-training/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer,Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150413T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150414T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150409T023458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150409T023458Z
UID:10001486-1428883200-1429055999@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Customer Appreciation Day and Library Open House
DESCRIPTION:The San Benito County Free Library kicks off National Library Week (April 12-18) with a Customer Appreciation Day and Library Open House.   \nThe day begins with the National Library Week Cake from 2-4 p.m. \nFrom 4-6 p.m. there will be an E-book Overdrive Technology Demonstration \n*Photo Opportunity! Take a picture of your child as an astronaut!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/customer-appreciation-day-and-library-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150411T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150411T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150401T230921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150401T230921Z
UID:10001474-1428710400-1428796799@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Annual Glow Run
DESCRIPTION:Bring your whole family and support the 2015 Strong Communities Campaign benefitting the YMCA of San Benito County. Come stay active as a family and participate in our fun activities. Tickets include a glow bracelet.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/annual-glow-run/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150411T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150411T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150331T041820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150331T041820Z
UID:10001466-1428710400-1428796799@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Bacon for Bacon\, a Pig Roast Fundraiser for the Bacon Homestead at Pinnacles National Park
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Saturday\, April 11 for Bacon for Bacon\, a Pig Roast Fundraiser benefitting improvements to the historic Bacon Homestead at Pinnacles National Park. Tickets are just $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under.  The ticket price includes a history talk and walk to the homestead at 4 PM\, dinner\, and live music.  Our delicious local menu includes locally raised pork from James Ranch\, local fruits and veggies from Pinnacle Organic\, Cesar salad from Taylor Farms\, beans donated by Richard Neidhardt\, tortillas from Mission Foodservice\, HazMat Hot Sauce from Hollister\, garlic bread\, and cookies. \nAll proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit improvements to the Bacon Homestead.  The improvements are part of a multi-phased project estimated at $200\,000.  Early phases will include an informational brochure and wayside signs marking a trail to the homestead.  We hope you will join us and support improvements to YOUR National Park!  Visit www.pinnaclespartnership.org for more information on who we are\, what we do\, and how you can become a member.  Buy event tickets online at www.pinnaclespartnership.org/donate \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/bacon-for-bacon-a-pig-roast-fundraiser-for-the-bacon-homestead-at-pinnacles-national-park/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150408T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150408T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150401T234335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150401T234335Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Club of Hollister Monthly Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to attend the April luncheon meeting of Women's Club of Hollister at San Juan Oaks on Wednesday\, April 8 from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. \nBesides the business meeting\, the countywide Student Art Show pieces will be judged by the membership. Winners will continue on to the district and state competitions. Brenda Weatherly of the Hollister Downtown Association will be the guest speaker.   \nFor a reservation\, please contact Glenda at 265-7027 by Tuesday\, April 7 to ensure a seat. The club has been serving the community for 100 years and is a member of General Federation of Women's Clubs.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/womens-club-of-hollister-monthly-luncheon/
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150404T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150404T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150320T064847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150320T064847Z
UID:10001461-1428105600-1428191999@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:VFW Post 9242 & Ladies Auxiliary Easter Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:VFW Post 9242 & The Ladies Auxiliary present their annual Easter Egg Hunt \nSaturday\, April 4th \n1:00 p.m. \nVeteran's Memorial Park \nThere will be three age groups for the hunt: \n2-4 year olds \n5-7 year olds \n8-10 year olds \nThere will be some special eggs in the hunting area that can be redeemed for prizes. \nParents are not allowed in the hunting area.   \nChildren that do not find any eggs will be able to get some from the Command Post. \nThe American Legion Post 69 is providing special prize baskets.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/vfw-post-9242-ladies-auxiliary-easter-egg-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Arts-Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150404T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150404T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150318T232908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150318T232908Z
UID:10001458-1428105600-1428191999@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Easter Fun Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Community Fellowship Center (CFC) is hosting the 1st Annual Community Easter Fun Day on Saturday\, April 4th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the soccer field across on the main street of San Juan Bautista.   The event has been designed as an outreach to the community and will include booths for non-profits serving the community and local businesses as is the mission of CFC of “to help our community one family at a time.”  The event\, is focused on bringing together community members from Hollister\, San Juan Bautista\, and Gilroy\, through fun activities including an Easter egg hunt for children\, bounce castles\, photos with the Easter bunny\,  games\, painting\, arts and crafts and more.  Community members should also come with big appetites as delicious BBQ and other foods will be for sale! Finally\, if you are a nonprofit serving the communities of Hollister\, San Juan Bautista or Gilroy or a local business and are interested in purchasing a booth call contact us at info@communityfellowshipcenter.org.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/easter-fun-festival/
CATEGORIES:Fairs-Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150401T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150501T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150401T072759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150401T072759Z
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SUMMARY:April - Financial Literacy Month
DESCRIPTION:Dreams & Visions Community Development is hosting Financial Literacy Workshops during the month of April. \nStates and cities across the US have proclaimed it! Dreams & Visions and our partners have joined in the celebration and set up special workshops for those seeking information on home-buying and re-building their credit. \nTo celebrate the month; Dreams & Visions Community Development will be offering four free workshops during the month at the following times: \nAffordable Housing Information Meeting\, Information will be covered on upcoming projects and programs\, Tuesday\, April 11\, 2015 at 1111 San Felipe Road\, Suite 101 in Hollister. \nFinancial Reboot Orientation\, we will talk about how to build and rebuild “good” credit\, spending plans\, and how to create a “healthy” financial future\, Saturday\, April 14\, 2015 at 1111 San Felipe Road\, Suite 101\, Hollister. \nHomeownership – Credit\, loan programs\, down payment assistance and homeownership\, Saturday\, April 18\, 2014\, 9 a.m. -5:30 p.m.\, Dreams & Visions Community Development\, 1111 San Felipe Road\, Suite 101\, Hollister.  RSVP required. \nMortgage Help – Are you struggling to make your mortgage payments? Certified Counselors will be available to assist on Saturday\, April 25\, 2014\, 9 a.m. to noon at 1111 San Felipe Road\, Suite 101\, Hollister. \nExecutive Director\, Holly McWhinnie says\, “there’s a ‘right’ way and a ‘wrong’ way to buy a home and what we’ve seen mostly in the past several years through the housing crisis is the “wrong” way. A sustainable community is a financially healthy community and we must move in that direction.  For over six years we have provided low to no cost services to over 600 families with foreclosure intervention\, financial literacy and homebuyer education.”    \nFinancial Literacy Month is designated to raise the awareness of the services provided by Financial Educators all over the country. Did you know that during the height of the housing crisis; home value losses to foreclosed homes and neighboring homes totaled a minimum of $632 billion and up to $1 trillion in our county and surrounding communities?   \nStudies show that pre-purchase counseling can help reduce the likelihood of default and foreclosure by helping individuals determine if they are ready for homeownership\, and by connecting them with safer and more affordable mortgage products. Pre-purchase housing counseling from a certified housing counselor can improve homeowners’ access to appropriate mortgage products. \nOur primary goal and mission is to create foreclosure “resistance” clients and educated homebuyers. \nWe would like to say thank you to our partners and sponsors: \nWells Fargo\, CHISPA\, Union Bank\, AAA and CSUMB Internship Program \n 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/april-financial-literacy-month/
CATEGORIES:Workshop-Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150330T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150330T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T172303
CREATED:20150316T222646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150316T222646Z
UID:10001455-1427673600-1427759999@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Spring Break Camp At the San Benito Y
DESCRIPTION:Want to keep your child occupied and learning during their spring break? The YMCA of San Benito County is offering a day camp at their Sunnyslope location from March 30 through April 3. Your child will be occupied every day from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. with arts and crafts\, games and mini field-trips. To sign up today\, call Crystal at 637-8600 for more information.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/spring-break-camp-at-the-san-benito-y/
CATEGORIES:Schools,Sports-Recreation
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