BenitoLink

Toastmasters of San Benito General Meetings
2024-01-25 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

Latin Night Dance Party
2024-01-26 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

Karaoke & Cocktails
2024-01-27 19:00 - 22:00 | The GardenShoppe, 364 7th Street, Hollister, CA, 95023, United States
Join us at The GardenShoppe for an evening of indoor karaoke and speakeasy-inspired cocktails.
Dress up encouraged, but not required. This is a 21+ event, and as a friendly reminder, no outside beverages are allowed on the property; we have a large selection of beer, wine, hard ciders & seltzers as well as non-alcoholic beverages, and charcuterie available for purchase.

San Benito Oriana Chorale "Calling All Singers"
2024-01-29 18:45 - 21:00 | Mission San Juan Bautista, 406 2nd Street, San Juan Bautista, CA, 95045
Oriana rehearsals for Spring 2024 begin January 29 at Christ Fellowship 2066 San Benito Street Hollister, meeting Mondays from 6:45pm to 9:00pm.
Spring concerts will be held in May.
Join us for the challenge of learning to sing beautiful songs and the fun of singing together.
No auditions. We hope to see you there!

Artist Drop-In Hours (ages 18+)
2024-02-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-01 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-02-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-02-22 18:00 - 20:00 | 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

UC Master Gardener Hands-On Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop
2024-02-03 10:30 - 14:00
When: Saturday, February 3, 10:30 am – noon
Where: San Juan Bautista State Historical Park, 2nd St & Mariposa St, San Juan Bautista.
Cost: Free
Do you have fruit trees in need of pruning? Do you want to learn the difference between a thinning cut and a heading cut? Bring your gloves and pruners for a hands-on fruit tree pruning demonstration in the San Juan Bautista State Historical Park orchard.
After a brief demonstration and orientation, join UC Master Gardener, Diane Mahan, in the orchard for an opportunity to analyze established fruit trees, and practice your newfound pruning skills.
Visit mbmg.ucanr.edu for more information and to register.

SBALT Ranch Day
2024-02-04 09:00 - 12:00 | San Juan Bautista, CA
Work parties and/or hikes on Nyland and Rancho Larios Protected Lands in San Juan Bautista.

Parent Education Seminar: Inclusion and Communication with Family and Friends
2024-02-05 17:30 - 19:00 | Zoom
Have you ever felt like you have your school and at-home supports dialed in for your student with a disability, but the real struggle lies is with the fun and family events during the weekends and throughout the holidays? How do you support your child at birthday parties, weddings, family get-togethers, play-dates and family outings? Do family and friends work with you to support your student and their needs? Do family and friends truly understand you child’s disability and their needs?
These are all questions that the Community Advisory Committee will delve into when we look at out Zoom webinar: Inclusion and Communication with Family and Friends. We welcome you to join us and if interested email Jennifer Henig at jhenig@sbcoe.org for further information.

Narcan Training
2024-02-06 15:00 - 16:00
PARTICIPANTS WILL BE TRAINED IN HOW TO RECOGNIZE AN OVERDOSE AND HOW TO ADMINISTER NASAL NARCAN

Entrenamiento Narcan
2024-02-06 16:00 - 17:00
LOS PARTICIPANTES SERÁN ENTRENADOS EN CÓMO RECONOCER UN SOBREDOSIS Y CÓMO ADMINISTRAR NARCAN NASAL

San Benito County Supervisorial Candidate Forum hosted by Retired Public Employees' Association #106
2024-02-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Paines Restaurant, 421 East Street, Hollister, 95023, United States America
RPEA Chapter #106 is hosting an election forum at Paine’s Restaurant to meet the San Benito County Board of Supervisors candidates. The candidates will be providing information on their background and what they intend to contribute and accomplish, if elected to the Board of Supervisors. Both RPEA #106 members and non-members are welcome to attend. We are encouraging attendance from all CalPERS Annuitants (Retirees) who reside in San Benito County who retired from the City of Hollister, San Benito County Courts, Hollister School District, San Benito High School District, Sunnyslope Water District, SBC Water District, Santa Clara County, Merced County, Santa Cruz County and any other public agencies not listed.
Lunch choices are- Club Sandwich, Chicken Marsala and Traditional Louie Salad. Cost for RPEA 106 members is $10 and non-members is $15. Email your RSVP with your name, phone number and lunch choice to RPEA106@gmail.com. Cash or Venmo will be collected on the day of the luncheon. Seating is limited, so please RSVP early! Don’t want lunch?? No problem!! Please RSVP so we have enough chairs for you! Hope to see you there!

Community Action Board
2024-02-08 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.

Poetry Out Loud: Recitation Competition
2024-02-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Art Depot, 35 Fifth Street, Suite D, Hollister
The San Benito County Arts Council invites the community to attend Poetry Out Loud, a national poetry recitation contest happening on Thursday, Feb. 8th, 6pm at the Art Depot, 35 5th Street located in the historic train depot in downtown Hollister.
This competition, presented in partnership with Hollister High School, Anzar High School, and the San Benito County Office of Education, is part of a national program that encourages high school students to learn about great poetry –both classic and contemporary- through memorization, performance, and competition.
Since 2005, Poetry Out Loud has reached more than 3.8 million students and 60,000 teachers from 16,000 schools nationwide. This January, Poetry Out Loud will take place in San Benito County for the tenth time with support from the California Arts Council, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Poetry Foundation.
Attend this year’s competition and watch local high school students compete in the San Benito County Finals. The winner of this competition a $500 cash prize and will advance to the California State Poetry Out Loud contest in Sacramento in March. The California State champion will advance to the Poetry Out Loud National Finals in Washington, DC, where $50,000 in awards and school stipends will be distributed.
Attendance is free and open to the public, although seating is limited. For further information or to find out how to get involved, please contact the San Benito County Arts Council at 831.636.2787 or amandchiado@gmail.com

BenitoLink Primary Election Forum
2024-02-08 18:00 - 20:30
Where: Granada Theater, 336 Fifth Street Hollister.
When: February 8, 6:00 – 8:30pm. Doors open at 5:30pm.
2024 Primary Election Races:

Congress District 18
State Senate District 17
Assembly District 29
Board of Supervisors District 1
Board of Supervisors District 2
Board of Supervisors District 5

Sign up for forum here.

Friends of the Library Book Sale
2024-02-10 09:00 - 11:30 | Behind the San Benito Free Library, 470 Fifth Street, Hollister
Friends of the San Benito Library Book Sale
This month’s sale will be from 9 AM to 11:30 AM on Saturday, February 10th.
We have many books for both kids and adults. Fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, audio books, you name it, we probably have it. Plenty of new donations, all at bargain prices.
The sale will be behind the library, which is at 470 5th St. in Downtown Hollister. Look for the signs.
Hope to see you soon!

Eden Rift: Valentines Weekend Hike and Picnic
2024-02-10 11:00 - 15:00
Date: Feb. 10
Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Eden Rift Vineyards
Tickets: $35 for members. $45 general admission

Wine & Chocolate Pairing
2024-02-10 16:00 - 20:00 | The GardenShoppe, 364 7th Street, Hollister, CA, 95023, United States
Join us at The GardenShoppe for an early Valentine’s day event with live saxophone music provided by Wendy Rothwell!
Tickets are $30 per person, and include 5 two-ounce pours of different wines paired with five different chocolates, and a selection delicious small bites.
Advanced ticket purchase is required, and please note that this is a 21 and over event. No outside beverages are allowed on the property.
Tickets may be purchased online, in-store, or by phone at 831-265-7039.

Superbowl Watch Party
2024-02-11 14:30 - 20:30 | The GardenShoppe, 364 7th Street, Hollister, CA, 95023, United States
Join us at The GardenShoppe to watch the superbowl! Free to watch, or if you’d like to chow down on some tasty bbq, $12 includes tri-tip, salad, beans, and garlic bread. If you’re planning to eat please purchase tickets ahead of time, they will be $15 at the door. Seating is first come, first served.
No outside beverages are allowed on the propery; we have a large selection of beer, wine, hard ciders & seltzers, as well as non-alcoholic drinks available for purchase.
Tickets can be purchased online, in-store, or by phone at 831-265-7039.

SELPA Open House
2024-02-12 13:00 - 14:00 | San Andreas/Santa Ana School, 191 Alvarado Street, Hollister, 95023, United States America
Meet with the San Benito County SELPA and the Community Advisory Committee for an in-person session to support the February 12, 2024 Parent Education Seminar on Inclusion and Communication with Family. Bring questions, ask about resources or simply come on over to meet the SELPA staff!

Watercolor Workshop (ages 16-adult)
2024-02-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Art Depot, 35 Fifth Street, Suite D, Hollister
Join us the Arts Council at the Art Depot in downtown Hollister for this adult Watercolor Workshop (ages 16-adult) led by local artist, Makayla Magdaleno. In this class, participants will learn the basics of watercolor technique and paint their own original piece of art.
Returning workshop attendees are encouraged to attend.
*All materials are included in the registration fee
*NO food or drink will be provided. Participants are welcome to bring their own snack
For questions, contact heidi@sanbenitoarts.org

Free Legal Help: Consumer Debt Intake Clinic
2024-02-14 09:00 - 23:30
Free Consumer Debt Clinic drop in at Jovend De Antano Senior Center.

First-time Homebuyers Seminar
2024-02-17 10:00 - 12:00
Owning your own home is the best investment you can make for yourself. If you have been thinking about buying your first home in 2024, this workshop is perfect for you. Learn the “How-to’s” of homebuying, the process, timeline and more. Home professionals will be on hand to answer any questions you might have: Mortgage Lender, Title Company, Home Insurance Agency, California State Housing Trust, Golden State Financial Assistance, and more.
Find out how you can own with as low as zero down payment and how you can receive up to $1,500 (grant, no payback) towards closing costs on the purchase of your home. Please RSVP by calling 408-427-5767 so we can plan on refreshments and information packets.
Event Details:
San Juan Bautista City Library, 801 Second Street, San Juan Bautista
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 2
Cost – FREE to the public

Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Community Education & Input Meeting
2024-02-20 15:30 - 16:30 | 1131 Community Parkway, Hollister, 95023, United States America
Everyone experiences mental health issues at some point in their life, such as grief, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, depression, substance abuse to cope or even an undiagnosed mental condition. Mental health services are so vital to our community and San Benito County Behavioral Health invites you to come and learn more about what we do and help us shape the future of those services.

Hospital Town Hall
2024-02-22 18:00 - 20:00
Thursday, 6 p.m., February 22 at Veterans Hall in Hollister.
The County of San Benito invites the community to learn more about its proposal and plan for Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital’s operations.
This event is open to all members of the community, and your participation is highly valued as we strive to ensure that the hospital continues to meet the evolving needs of the county’s residents.

Giving Kids A Smile
2024-02-23 15:00 - 19:00 | San Benito Health Foundation, 351 Felice Dr., Hollister, CA, 95023, United States
February 23, 2024 — 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
351 Felice Dr.,
Hollister, CA 95023
San Benito Health Foundation will be hosting their annual “Give Kids a Smile” event on February 23, 2024, at 351 Felice Drive in Hollister. Free dental screenings and fluoride treatment will be provided for children and teens under 17 years old.
The event is from 3pm to 7pm and all participants will be given oral health tips and sent home with free toothbrushes and toothpaste, thanks to the generous support of sponsors like Colgate, Henry Schein, and the ADA Foundation. There will also be fun activities after the screenings including face painting, coloring, and games.
Please call (831) 637-5306 in advance to schedule a free dental screening for your child/children.
#sanbenitohealthfoundation
