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Artist Drop-In Hours (ages 18+)
2024-03-07 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-03-14 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-03-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-03-28 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Art Depot, 35 Fifth Street, Suite D, Hollister
Artists (ages 18+) are welcome to use of the Arts Council’s Art Depot for these relaxed drop-in sessions. Artists are to bring their own supplies and works in progress. Work tables and seating will be provided.
These drop-in hours are an opportunity for artists & makers to drop-in to use our space to create, work on works in progress, and connect with other artists. *These are not instructor led workshops.
Dates & Times: Every Thursday, 6-8 pm, Jan. 11th-Mar. 21st (excepting Feb. 9th, 29th)
Location: The Art Depot, 35 5th Street, Ste D, Downtown Hollister
Other Important Details:
Ages: 18-adults
Materials: While limited materials are available at the Depot, artists are expected to bring their own materials and projects
Cost: $10 suggested donation
*Attendees are welcome to bring their own drinks and snacks. Drop-in hours will be staffed by an Arts Council staff member.
For related questions, email julian@sanbenitoarts.org

Online workshop on funding opportunities and support services for small businesses
2024-03-13 13:00 - 14:00
Hosted by: Economic Development Corporation of San Benito County
Presentations by:

Bob Adams – Central Valley Local Engagement Specialist San Joaquin/Eastern Sierra | CA Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) | bob.adams@gobiz.ca.gov
Brian Coleman – Place-Based Incentives Specialist | Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) | brian.coleman@gobiz.ca.gov

March 13, 2024
1:00-2:00 PM
Zoom Link:
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Meeting ID: 250 818 3556
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Please feel free to contact the EDC for more information or with questions:
Renee Wells, Executive Director, rwells@edcsanbenito.org
Website: https://edcsanbenito.org/
About:
The Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) serves as the State of California’s leader for job growth, economic development, and business assistance efforts. Their teams are comprised of experts that span industries, geographies, and business backgrounds.
They offer a range of no-cost consultation services to business owners including attraction, retention and expansion services, site selection, permit assistance, regulatory guidance, small business assistance, international trade development, assistance with state government, and much more.
Website: https://business.ca.gov/about/about-go biz/
The California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) is part of the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development and supports economic growth and innovation and ensures that ALL California small businesses and innovative startups have the information and direct support they need to better navigate resources, programs, and regulations. CalOSBA serves as the voice of small businesses, representing their views and interests across the state and advocating for equitable access to capital, markets, and networks so that all California small businesses successfully start, manage, grow, and become more resilient.
Website: https://calosba.ca.gov/about/office-of the-small-business-advocate/

2024 STEAM Expo
2024-03-13 16:00 - 19:00
San Benito County Office of Education (SBCOE) is excited to announce the upcoming 2024 STEAM Expo, which will feature the County Science Fair, sending top projects to the California State Science and Engineering Fair. The Expo is set to be held on Wednesday, March 13th from 4 pm to 7 pm at the Veterans Memorial Building in Hollister. It will showcase student projects in Math, Science, Engineering, Art, and Technology from across the county. This year’s STEAM Expo will provide an excellent platform for students to showcase their innovative projects. With the guidance of parents, teachers, and clubs, students from TK to 12th grade will have the opportunity to display their projects for judges, industry professionals, and the community.
The 2024 STEAM Expo will also feature demonstrations, information, and hands-on activities from various organizations, including The Tech Museum’s Tech Challenge and Tech Academies, Julia Robinson Math Festival, Pinnacles National Park, Abbot Medical, Nu U Institute, Ecology Action: Resilient Central Coast, San Benito Robotics, Deep Space Robotics, RAFT (Resource Area for Teaching), Recology San Benito County, San Benito Arts Council, and San Benito County Integrated Waste.
Rotary-sponsored science Fair trophies will be awarded, as well as awards from partners at IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), Cal State Monterey Bay, and SBCOE’s Special Recognition categories. This will create a more inclusive and equitable event, encouraging students to bring their best projects to the Expo.
The STEAM Expo and County Science Fair is set to be a fantastic event that will bring together students, educators, and industry professionals to celebrate the power of STEAM education. Don’t miss out on this exciting event. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 13th, from 4 pm to 7 pm at the Veterans Memorial Building in Hollister.

Insight Presentation: Proposal to Hazel Hawkins
2024-03-13 18:00 - 19:30
Insight, one of the four interested parties to submit a Letter of Interest/Intent to Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital, will host a public presentation on Wednesday, March 13 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the Portuguese Hall located at 695 Seventh Street in Hollister.
Insight’s Founder, CEO and Neurosurgeon, Dr. Jawad Shah, will be speaking about Insight’s mission, hospitals, healthcare specialties and proposal to Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital. Gary Byrne, President/CEO of the Community Foundation for San Benito County will MC and Facilitate the presentation.

San Benito County Public Health presents resource pop-up
2024-03-14 14:00 - 16:00
Stop by to see what free resources and services we have!
Thursday, March 14
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: San Juan Bautista Library, 801 2nd St., San Juan Bautista, CA 95045
For more info, call 831-637-5367
¡Visítenos para ver qué recursos y servicios gratuitos tenemos!
Jueves 14 de marzo
2 p.m. a 4 p.m.
Ubicación: Biblioteca San Juan Bautista, 801 2nd St., San Juan Bautista, CA 95045
Para más información, llame 831-637-5367

Community Action Board
2024-03-14 17:30 - 18:30 | Community Services & Workforce Development/AJCC, 1161 San Felipe Rd, Building B, Hollister, CA, 95023
The Community Action Board (CAB) is the advisory board to San Benito County Community Services & Workforce Development (CSWD). Through surveys, focus groups and community input, the CAB will assess the needs of the community and apply for various grants in order to provide services to low-to moderate-income residents of San Benito County. We are pleased to share services that may assist you during your time of need.

Mokume Clay Workshop
2024-03-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Art Depot, 35 Fifth Street, Suite D, Hollister
Join local artist, Stacy Koontz, for a fun filled adult workshop on Sunday, March 17th, 4 pm at the Arts Council’s Art Depot in downtown Hollister.
Participants will learn basic technique and design using mokume clay to create their own piece of wearable art to take home.
This event is for ages 17+. For questions, email heidi@sanbenitoarts.org

Toastmasters of San Benito General Meetings
2024-03-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-04-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Community Foundation Epicenter, 440 San Benito Street, Hollister, CA, Hollister, 95023, United States America
Join us for our weekly meetings – every Thursday, 12:00 to 1:00 at 440 San Benito Street in Hollister.
Toastmasters of San Benito is affiliated with Toastmasters International. Learn how to give a speech in a friendly, easy-going, non-judgemental environment. Build self-confidence and self-awareness as you learn new skills.

Open Studios Art Tour
2024-03-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Artist Studios throughout San Benito County, 95023, United States America
The Arts Council invites local residents and visitors of all ages to participate in a self-guided tour of artists’ studios throughout San Benito County. This year’s tour features local artists and artisans and showcases works in painting, pottery & ceramics, jewelry, glassworks and more. Open Studios is a great way for locals and out of town visitors to meet the artists, learn more about the processes of art-making, view and purchase original works of art, and enjoy a scenic drive throughout San Benito County. Open Studios is a free, family friendly event. All are welcome!
Open Studios Art Tour Dates:
• San Juan Bautista & Aromas, 11am-4pm, Sat & Sun, April 20th & 21st
• Hollister, 11am-4pm, Sat & Sun, April 27th & 28th
This year’s Artist Directory & Art Tour Map can be viewed and downloaded at www.sanbenitoarts.org. Hardcopies of the 2024 Open Studios Artist Directory can be found as a stand-alone insert in the April issue of the Mission Village Voice.
2024 Open Studios Art Tour Artists include: SanDee Adams, Jennifer Power, Susan Shirley, Venecia Prudencio, Kathleen Sheridan, Kent Child, Jennifer Colby, Marianne Eichenbaum, Rachel Zuniga, Trudi Burney, Kayla Klauer, Kati D‘Amore, Andrea McCann, Laurie Tholen, Jane Rekedal, Victoria Tamayo, Alora Garcia, Christine West, Cynthia Edgerly, Kelly Anderson, Alexan Cerna, Don Jensen
For other event questions, call 831.636.2787 or email heidi@sanbenitoarts.org.

Mamma Mia Coming to Hollister High School
2024-03-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Hollister High School Auditorium, 1220 Monterey St., Hollister, 95023, United States America
Hollister High Schools next musical production will be the smash Broadway hit Mamma Mia. The show features the popular music of ABBA and will be a great show for people of all ages.

Free workshop this Friday: funding options for startups and small businesses
2024-03-22 10:00 - 12:00

"Turning the Page" Fundraiser for the new San Benito Library
2024-03-24 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-24 12:00 - 15:00 | Elks Lodge, 351 Astro Drive, Hollister, CA, 95023
You are cordially invited to the Friends of the San Benito County Free Library’s fundraiser, Turning the Page, on Sunday, March 24, 2024. The funds raised from this event will help outfit the interior space of the new library.
In conjunction with this event, they are holding a 50/50 raffle. The winner of the raffle (need not be present to win) will receive half of the total proceeds in the prize pool. The remaining half of the proceeds will go towards the fundraising goal. More tickets sold = Larger prize pool!
Event tickets may be purchased online at www.sbcfriends.org. Raffle tickets may be purchased by calling (831) 205-1651. Raffle tickets will also be available at the event on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Thank you for your support!

Friends of San Benito County Free Library Fundraiser
2024-03-24 12:00 - 15:00
Date: March 24, 2024
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Location: Elks Lodge, Hollister
Lunch and Auction to support library expansion.
Event Flyer

Good Friday Service
2024-03-29 12:00 - 13:00
Sunnyslope Christian Center will be having a beautiful Good Friday Communion Service on Friday, March 29th at Noon. We would love for you to be there. Everyone is invited. Come and be blessed.

Latin Night Dance Party
2024-03-29 19:00 - 23:00 | Grillin & Chillin Alehouse, 401 McCray Street, Hollister
Join the San Benito County Arts Council and learn Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, and Cumbia in a fun and social atmosphere. All levels of dance experience welcome, no partner or prior experience needed. There is no cover charge, all welcome.
Upcoming Latin Night Dance Parties:
Fridays, Jan. 26th, Feb. 23rd, Mar. 29th
7:00-8:00 pm– Dance Lesson with DJ Magic Mike
8:00-11:00 pm– Social Dance (salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia)
*$10 suggested donation to participate in the dance lesson
The Grillin & Chillin Alehouse is located at 401 McCray St., #B24, Hollister, CA. For more information, contact the San Benito County Arts Council at kat@sanbenitoarts.org or at 831.636.2787

VFW Annual Easter Hunt
2024-03-30 10:30 - 14:00
The VFW Auxiliary, American Legion Post 69 and families are hosting their Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday March 30, 2024 at Veterans Memorial Park in Hollister.
The event will comprise of two hunts. The first will start at 10:30 a.m. and will be for children with special needs who might need the assistance of a friend or family member. This event will have two age groups; 2 to 6 year old and 7 to 10 year-olds.
The second egg hunt will start at 1 p.m. and will be divided into three age groups. Participants will be divided into 2 to 4 year-olds (who may be accompanied by a parent/guardian or buddy to help them), 5 to 7 year-olds and 8 to 10 year-olds.
There is no entrance fee for this event and all are welcome to attend.

Free Easter Community Event
2024-03-30 12:00 - 15:00 | Cerra Vista Elementary School, 2181 Cerra Vista Drive, Hollister, CA, 95023, United States
Get Egg-Cited! 🐣 We are dropping 30,000 EGGS for you!!!
Gateway Hollister is hosting a FREE Easter Egg Hunt and Festivities.
Bring your kids, friends, neighbors, and families for
🐰 Bunny Meet + Pictures
🍬 Local Food Trucks
🎪 Bouncy Houses
🎮 Video Game Truck
🎨 Face Painting
🎟 Raffle Prizes
😄 Playground & Lawn Games
🪺 Egg Hunts @ 1PM & 2PM
Event: 12pm-3pm, MARCH 30th SATURDAY
Location: Cerra Vista Elementary School
2151 Cerra Vista Dr, Hollister, CA 95023
FREE ADMISSION AND ACCESS TO ALL ACTIVITIES!
Message us on facebook or Instagram for any questions: @gatewayhollister

Easter at Gateway Hollister
2024-03-31 08:30 - 09:30, 2024-03-31 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-03-31 11:30 - 12:30 | Gateway City Church Hollister, 281 San Felipe Rd, Hollister, CA, 95023, United States
A hope that broke through and shattered the darkness.
A hope that will fill your life with purpose, give you peace beyond what you can comprehend and
strengthen you as you walk through life changed and are made brand new.
THAT IS THE HOPE FOUND THROUGH JESUS CHRIST
Join us as we celebrate Jesus’ life, burial, and resurrection.
Bring your family and friends to this miraculous & powerful experience!
Plan your visit via the QR code or the link below! We are so excited to celebrate with you.
Sunday, March 31 at 8:30AM, 10:00AM, & 11:30AM

Easter Service
2024-03-31 09:00 - 12:15
Sunnyslope Christian Center is going to have 2 awesome Easter Services on Easter Sunday, March 31st. They will be at 9am and 10:30am. After the 10:30am service will be a super fun Easter Egg Hunt for kids aged 3-11. We would love everyone to join us on Easter. We look forward to seeing you.

Easter Egg Hunt
2024-03-31 12:15 - 13:00
Super fun Easter Egg Hunt for kids ages 3-11! It will be at Sunnyslope Christian Center, 1520 Sunnyslope Road, Hollister CA 95023. Starts at 12:15pm. Please also join us for services at 9am and 10:30am, and classes for kids at the same times. Something for all ages! Join us this Easter! Everyone is welcome. Contact our office with any questions 831.637.2635.

Semana de salud pública
2024-04-01 08:00 - 2024-04-05 17:00
¡Acompáñenos en una semana llena de diversión, recursos GRATITOS y evntos!

Public Health Week
2024-04-01 08:00 - 2024-04-05 17:00
Join us for a week full of fun, Free resources and events!

SBALT Ranch Day
2024-04-07 09:00 - 12:00 | San Juan Bautista, CA
Work parties and/or hikes on Nyland and Rancho Larios Protected Lands in San Juan Bautista.
