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Brady Goss and Band in Concert
2016-02-06 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles)
Brady Goss (piano & vocals) was described from an early age as a piano phenomena. Today he is recognized as an electrifying entertainer. Those who have witnessed his live shows are awed by his formidable keyboard speed then grabbed by soulful vocals that are loaded with passion and bring out the feel good emotions that keep fans of all ages wanting more. Influences such as Jerry Lee Lewis, Hank Williams, Eric Clapton, The Eagles, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and John Mayer might characterize him as Blues, 50*s Rock *N Roll, Classic Country, or Classic Rock, but Brady*s own unique improvisational style makes him truly one of a kind with a style all his own.
His comfort and crowd pleasing ability on stage is truly remarkable, yet his people friendly, small town, regular kid, personality will convince fans of diverse musical desires and backgrounds to come along with him on the musical journey that will have everyone and especially Brady just having a blast.

Project Possible DIY Workshop
2016-02-06 00:00 - 23:59
Project Possible: A New Philosophy for Business
by Rachelle Escamilla
This story was printed in the February 2016 issue of the Mission Village Voice and is reprinted with permission.
Have you ever wanted to string a sheet between two trees, project a movie and have the whole community show up with their kids and dogs and coolers and snacks and enjoy something together? This kind of spontaneity, an urgent desire to create derived from possibility and not profit is the exact philosophy at Project Possible.

Casey Jahsman, founder of Project Possible, wants the community to come together to realize our own strengths and work together to make our community a better place.
When I first met Casey, I wasn’t sure what to make of his business philosophy, but the structure and transparency that exists in Project Possible is the exact kind of transparency that consumers of my generation are thirsty for: we do not want to purchase things that are made with ethics that we cannot support, we do not want to purchase things created by businesses who disregard their laborers, and we do not want to support organizations whose practices in the community do not reflect the diversity (whether it be demographic or aesthetic) of that community. So where do we want to spend our money? Businesses whose ethics are transparent, whose items are reused, whose payment structure is direct, and whose quality and price is within our budgets. That’s a lot to ask of a business owner.
So Casey works with reclaimed wood. He can pop out a table for you (provided he has the wood) in 6-24 hours. He’ll sell it to you finished or unfinished (what do you need?) and adjust the price to fit your budget. “If a homey needs to be hooked up with a table” Casey says with a smile and a shrug, “I’ll hook him up with a table.”
You might be asking yourself, what kind of business model is that? It’s the same hybrid business model as TOMS shoes: one for one. Someone buys a complete, high-end table for the price that it’s worth, and someone else (who is in need) can buy a different piece that’s priced according to their budget. It’s not about the buying of the table or the profit which can be derived from the sale, but the relationship between craftsman and community member. One person has – one person has not. Casey wants us to work together to make sure that more people have.
The next part of his business is an online store where local artists and writers can display their work as part of a collaborative. For now, he’s accepting donations from artists and he will place their items on his webstore and the sales of those pieces will go towards the Project Possible Homeless Fund towards providing reclaimed wood tables and free workshops for the community.
Casey wants the local government, businesses or organizations to contact him if they need anything built for their places. He also wants you to contact him if you have wood laying around. He also wants you to know that his workshop is always open, just give him a ring and show up. That’s what I do.
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS: DIY END TABLE DEMO
SAT FEB 6 & 13th 1-2 PM
111 Ausaymas Ct. Hollister Ca 95023
www.theprojectpossiblestore.com
(831)245-7798

DIY End Table Demonstration Casey will show you how to make an End Table. There will also be pre-cut coasters available for designing as well as other wood-working opportunities. Come and be a part of Project Possible!

Sacred Heart Parish School Ranch Dance and Auction
2016-02-07 00:00 - 23:59
It’s time to dust off your boots and kick up your heels. Sacred Heart Parish School Ranch Dance and Auction is Saturday, February 6, 2016 from 5-11 p.m. at the Bolado Park Event Center. Enjoy TriTip BBQ, full no host bar, wine, beer and sweet treats. Bid on unique live and silent auction items and dance the night away. All proceeds benefit Sacred Heart Parish School who is celebrating 125 years of educating San Benito County. For more information please visit www.sacredheartschool.org

Growers Workshop
2016-02-11 00:00 - 23:59
Advisors:
Mr. Richard Smith, University of California Cooperative Extension, Expertise: vegetable crops and weed science
Dr. Michael Cahn, University of California Cooperative Extension, Expertise: irrigation and water resources
Ms. Sara Tiffany, University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Solution Center for Nutrient Management
Mr. Chris Rose, Senior Environmental Scientist with the Central Coast Regional Water Quality Board
Topics include:
Nitrogen use of vegetable crops and water quality regulations, Mr. Chris Rose
Nitrogen budgets of vegetable crops, Mr. Richard Smith
Water use of vegetable crops, Dr. Michael Cahn
Fertilizer technologies for improving Nitrogen use efficiency, Mr. Richard Smith
CropManage: online decision support tool for Nitrogen and water management, Dr. Michael Cahn
Nutrient Solution Center, Ms. Sara Tiffany

Bilingual Story Time
2016-02-11 00:00 - 2016-05-26 23:59
Help your child build a bright brain by inspiring a love of reading. Come to Story Time at the library and have your child read to and do fun crafts. February Themes include Groundhog Day, Friends& Valentine's Day – No Registration Required.

Hallelujah Girls - Dinner Theater Comedy - San Benito Stage Company
2016-02-13 00:00 - 2016-02-27 23:59
San Benito Stage Company presents Hallelujah Girls Dinner Comedy Theater.
The feisty females of Eden Falls, Georgia, decide to shake up their lives in this rollicking clean southern comedy. The hilarious action takes place in SPA-DEE-DAH!, the abandoned church-turned-day-spa. The women realize time is precious following the loss of a friend, seize the moment and reach for their dreams.
Truly community theater, our show features local actors PJ Arata, Grace Cardinalli, Nancy Casillas, Dena Gregory, Duane Holt, Denise McNett, Marion Pintello and Teresa Stevens. Directed by James Swan, Assistant Director Trisha Harvey, Production by Brian and Shirley Murphy.
The play will take place February 12-27 at Paine’s Restaurant & Bar – 421 East Street, Hollister,
Friday February 12, 19, 26 @ 7PM
Saturday February 13, 20, 27 @ 7 PM
Sunday February 14 & 21 @ 2 PM
Great event for Valentine’s Weekend, and we run two weekends after that.
Dinner served before the show, and dessert at intermission. Dinner will be a set menu, with a vegetarian option available upon request. Doors will open at 6:30 (1:30 for matinees), dinner served 7:00 (2:00) and the show begins at 7:30+ (2:30+). Come enjoy food, friends and fun!

Judi Jaeger & Bob Reid with Kaleb Askew at Mr. O's Academy
2016-02-14 00:00 - 23:59
San Juan Bautista writer and musician, Bob Reid, will be performing with his musical partner, Judi Jaeger of Portola Valley,at Mr. O’s Academy of the Arts 360 Sixth Street in Hollister on February 13th at 7:00pm.
The recently created duo is currently planning a tour to North Carolina and is booking concerts in homes and other venues around California.
They will be sharing the evening with Hollister local Kaleb Askew, for an evening of songs, original and original arrangements. Askew is a popular local performer who is in the process of writing and recording his new album of original songs.
This will be an opportunity for San Benito residents to hear some music locally, and help to create a venue in Hollister for musical acts to perform in intimate, listening rooms.
The concert is in support of Mr. O’s Academy of the Arts and the idea of establishing Mr. O’s back room as a downtown listening venue for Hollister.
Admission is free, donations to Mr. O’s Academy, a non-profit organization, will be accepted.

Hallelujah Girls - Dinner Theater Comedy - San Benito Stage Company
2016-02-14 00:00 - 2016-02-21 23:59
San Benito Stage Company presents Hallelujah Girls Dinner Comedy Theater.

The feisty females of Eden Falls, Georgia, decide to shake up their lives in this rollicking clean southern comedy. The hilarious action takes place in SPA-DEE-DAH!, the abandoned church-turned-day-spa. The women realize time is precious following the loss of a friend, seize the moment and reach for their dreams.
Truly community theater, our show features local actors PJ Arata, Grace Cardinalli, Nancy Casillas, Dena Gregory, Duane Holt, Denise McNett, Marion Pintello and Teresa Stevens. Directed by James Swan, Assistant Director Trisha Harvey, Production by Brian and Shirley Murphy.
The play will take place February 12-27 at Paine's Restaurant & Bar – 421 East Street, Hollister,

Friday February 12, 19, 26 @ 7PM
Saturday February 13, 20, 27 @ 7 PM
Sunday February 14 & 21 @ 2 PM

Great event for Valentine’s Weekend, and we run two weekends after that.

Dinner served before the show, and dessert at intermission. Dinner will be a set menu, with a vegetarian option available upon request. Doors will open at 6:30 (1:30 for matinees), dinner served 7:00 (2:00) and the show begins at 7:30+ (2:30+). Come enjoy food, friends and fun!

Hollister Relay For Life Kick-Off
2016-02-17 00:00 - 23:59
Come join us for the Hollister Relay For Life Kick-Off event on Tuesday, February 16th, 6 – 7:30 pm, at Paine’s Restaurant! Get the information you need to put a Relay team together; hear about our 2016 Relay which takes place July 29th and 30th at San Benito High School’s Andy Hardin Field; enjoy some refreshments; and have lots of fun!
This is our 17th year of raising local funds to fight cancer – come join us at the Kick-Off on 2/16 and at the Relay this Summer! For more information, please contact Chuck Obeso-Bradley at 831-524-1331.

Stork's Nest
2016-02-22 00:00 - 23:59
Gather with parents of children from 0-2 years old to learn and support one another on the journey of new parenthood. February's topic is Fitness & Nutrition and includes making a creative meal plan to take home. Childcare, Spanish Interpretation, Snacks and a Raffle are provided. Register in advance by calling (831)-634-2046.

POP - Power of Play
2016-02-22 00:00 - 23:59
Parents are their child's first teacher – Join us in learning effective ways to interact with your child in a safe nurturing environment. Parent and Child (3-5 yrs old) Open from 2-5:00 PM at 1011 Line Street Suite 10.

San Benito Rising @ Board of Supervisors Meeting Tuesday February 23
2016-02-23 00:00 - 23:59
When citizens of our county proposed a ban on fracking and other high risk oil drilling methods, many said that if we did so, the oil industry would sue and bankrupt the county. Well the people did pass it and we did not go bankrupt. San Benito Rising presents the Board of Supervisors with a check in the amount of $684. to cover the entire legal expenses the county incurred to defend Measure J. We invite you to attend the meeting next Tuesday the 23.

San Benito Rising @ Board of Supervisors Meeting MOVED TO MARCH
2016-02-23 00:00 - 23:59
we have moved presentation of check to the board of supervisors till March Meeting

Stepping Stones
2016-02-24 00:00 - 23:59, 2016-03-01 00:00 - 23:59
Offers parenting support for families of children with special needs, such as ADHD, autism, down syndrome, and other developmental delays.
These 2-Hour events cover: Adapting to Raising a Child with Special Needs, Coping with Stress, Supporting your Partner, and Helping Siblings Adjust. Events are two hours long. Childcare, Spanish Interpretation, and snacks are provided.
Register by calling (831)-634-2046

Job Fair
2016-02-25 00:00 - 23:59
Job Fair featuring Temporary Staff Agencies

Mystery at the Vault
2016-02-27 00:00 - 23:59
Murder Mystery Dinner and Silent Auction sponsored by San Benito High School ASB. A benefit for Arick Romo.
Arick , a 2002 Baler graduate who was paralyzed in a car accident in 2014. He has been a care facility ever since. While in the care facility his wife gave birth to their daughter. They are in need of assistance to retro-fit their home and wheelchair which insurance won’t cover. The ASB has chosen to support this family not only financially but emotionally for their 2015-2016 benefit drive.
Please come to this first annual event, and support Arick and his family.
AT 7:30 the doors open to a No-Host bar and the start of the Mystery. The Mystery is put on by Premier murder mystery company, “Mysteries for Hire” from the San Francisco Bay area.
Tickets for the event can be purchased at the High School payment center, or at Domino’s Pizza on McCray St. There are less than 200 tickets available, tables of 10 can be reserved as well

Free DACA and Naturalization Clinic in Salinas!
2016-02-27 00:00 - 23:59
OneJustice is partnering with UFW and the Santa Cruz County Immigration Project for a free legal clinic for individuals in need of assistance with their applications for naturalization, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) or DACA renewal. At the clinic, volunteer law students and attorneys will meet one-on-one with clients at any stage of the application process.
Please call (415) 834-0100 ext. 318 to register.
OneJustice, La Fundación de la Unión de Campesinos y El Proyecto Inmigración del Condado de Santa Cruz estan collaborando para ofrecer una clínica legal gratuita para las personas que necesitan ayuda con sus solicitudes de naturalización, la Acción Diferida para Llegadas Infantiles (DACA), o la renovación de DACA. En la clínica, los abogados y los estudiantes de leyes voluntarios se reunirán uno-a-uno con los clientes en cualquier etapa del proceso de solicitud.
Llame a la Siguiente Oficina Para Registrarse: (415) 834-0100 ext. 318

Free Parenting Workshop: Tips for Talking to your Teens
2016-03-03 00:00 - 23:59
Free workshop for parents: Tips for talking to your teens about social media
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
"Parenting in the Digital Age"
Questions? Please contact: Viridiana Morales at 408-776-6202 or viridiana.morales@communitysolutions.org
Workshops sponsored by Community Solutions in association with San Benito High School.

Pop-Up Studio: Tips & Tricks for Mobile Media
2016-03-05 00:00 - 23:59
Join CMAP TV for our monthly "Pop-Up Studio" at Mars Hill Coffeehouse in Hollister. We'll be exploring tips and tricks for creating better photos and videos with your smartphone.
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Whether it's stabilizing your shots or sweetening your sound, we want to help make your smartphone even smarter. Trouble editing videos on your phone? Uploading to YouTube? We've got you covered. Plus, we'll introduce some apps and accessories that make it easier to create mobile multimedia.
While you're there, you can learn about the benefits of CMAP membership — like checking out equipment, filming in our studio, and promoting your videos with local & global audiences.
Come prepared to learn, have fun, and share what you know with others!

What: CMAP TV’s “Pop-Up Studio”
Where: Mars Hill Coffeehouse
When: March 4, 5pm – 6:30pm
Cost: FREE (RSVP on Facebook)
Visit our website for details: www.cmap.tv/events

Edible Release Party at Sun Coast Organic Farm & Bakery with Slow Food San Benito Bounty!
2016-03-09 00:00 - 23:59
Join your friends and meet new ones with Edible Monterey Bay magazine and Slow Food San Benito Bounty at Sun Coast Organic Farm & Bakery for this special party to celebrate the spring issue release! Enjoy delicious and complimentary food prepared by Sun Coast Organic Farm and Bakery, with fresh, local ingredients from the bounty of San Benito farms and ranches. Live music by Bruce Gilsenan. Take home the new Edible!

Admission is free, but space is limited, so RSVP at Eventbrite.com to secure your tickets! Guests who RSVP in advance will be entered to win free prizes! At the host's request, we need to limit entry to guests to 21 years of age and older.
See you there!

Caregiver University 2016
2016-03-12 00:00 - 23:59
Are you a caregiver for a loved one? If so, you are not alone. You are invited to attend Caregiver University, A Day of Learning and Sharing. This is a day of free workshops presented by doctors and local experts. Topics include: Medication Management Strategies and Tips for Caregivers, Planning for Incapacity, and Wellness and Stress Reduction with Breath and Mindfulness. Free lunch and resource fair. Spanish translation available. This free event is presented by Health Projects Center. Register Early! To register or for more information, please call 831-459-6639 or visit www.delmarcaregiver.org.

Unmet Transit Needs Hearings: Give Us Your Thoughts on the Bus Needs in San Benito County!
2016-03-15 00:00 - 23:59
You're Invited! We want to hear your thoughts on the bus service needs provided by Jovenes de Antaño and County Express. Two public meetings will be held:
Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at 1:00 pm at the Community Center, 300 West Street, Hollister
Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at 1:30 pm at the City of San Juan Bautista, 311 Second Street, San Juan Bautista
Comments can also be mailed at 330 Tres Pinos Road #C-7, Hollister, emailed to veronica@sanbenitocog.org, called in to (831)637-7665, Ext,. 204. Comments are due by March 25, 2016.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SanBenitoCountyExpress/

Free Water Irrigation Workshop
2016-03-16 00:00 - 23:59

Helping Hands & Healing Hearts Awards Luncheon
2016-03-18 00:00 - 23:59
Community Solutions annually recognizes a community leader dedicated to improving the lives of others and a former Community Solutions client who has triumphed over personal adversity to positively change the course of his or her future. This sell-out event is a treasured tradition for local businesses and community members, and supports programs and services creating positive change for children, families and individuals in our local community.
Tickets: $65 by Feburary 26th; $75 after February 26th (event sells out – buy tickets early!)

Champagne Tea & Treasures
2016-03-18 00:00 - 23:59
Join us for the 7th Annual Champagne Tea & Treasures at San Juan Oaks Golf Club, presented by the Friends of the San Benito County Free Library. Enjoy a lighthearted afternoon of socializing, shopping, and sipping bubbly all for a good cause! Enjoy finger foods, champagne and tea, a silent auction, a live auction, and more! Bring an auction/raffle item and receive a FREE raffle ticket! Proceeds directly benefit the San Benito County Free Library. For tickets or more information call 831-205-1373 or visit www.sbcfriends.org

Baler Hall of Fame Fest
2016-03-19 00:00 - 23:59
12th Annual Baler Hall of Fame Fest
Join us in celebrating
2016 inductees into the San Benito
High School Hall of Fame.
There will be a luncheon buffet
and a raffle

Free Alternative Fuels Workshop
2016-03-19 00:00 - 23:59
Whether you're in the market to purchase or lease a new vehicle or are a recent owner of an alternative fuel vehicle, this workshop will provide you with all you need to know about driving cleaner.

Topics to be covered:
Rebates and incentives
Types of alternative fuel vehicles
Available vehicles on the market today
Operating characteristics
Vehicle comparisons
Additional workshop details include:
Participants are welcome to drop-in anytime between Noon-1:30pm
A brief overview presentation will be provided from 12:30-1pm
Participants will have the opportunity to talk with local experts, local dealers, and local owners who will be representing the most popular alternative fuels on the market today
Informational handouts, comparison charts and educational packets will be provided
We will also have some electric vehicles on display!
Light refreshments and snacks provided

For questions or to RSVP contact Emily Gomez at Ecology Action
via at egomez@ecoact.org or (831) 515-1328.

Forgiving Paws 1st Anniversary
2016-03-19 00:00 - 23:59
Forgiving Paws Thrift Shop celebrating 1st Anniversary. The organizations we support will be having adoption and information booths. There will be refreshments and a raffle basket. Saturday March 19th OPEN 10am-4pm

Top Hatters Bike Blessing
2016-03-20 00:00 - 23:59
Hollister Top Hatters 23rd Annaul Bike Blessing
11:00 am to 12:30 pm at Cheap Seats Pub and Grub
12:30 BIKE BLESSING AT SACRED HEART CHURCH
427 San Benito St. Hollister, CA
$20 per Person includes: Door Prizes, 50/50, Music and Barbeque

For more Information, call 831 801-6737
Or go to www.tophatters-mc.comm
