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SUMMARY:Día Nacional de Devolución de Medicamentos Recetados
DESCRIPTION:Acompaña al Departamento de Policía de Hollister en el Día Nacional de Devolución de Medicamentos Recetados\, una iniciativa nacional destinada a proporcionar una forma segura\, cómoda y responsable de deshacerse de los medicamentos recetados no utilizados o caducados. Este evento ayuda a prevenir el uso indebido de medicamentos\, protege el medio ambiente y crea conciencia sobre los peligros del abuso de medicamentos recetados. \nSimplemente conduzca y entregue sus medicamentos\, ¡sin hacer preguntas! Nota: No se aceptan líquidos\, agujas ni objetos punzantes. \nPara obtener más información sobre las opciones de eliminación segura de medicamentos en el condado de San Benito\, visite www.sbcopioidtaskforce.org. \nAyude a mantener segura a nuestra comunidad: ¡deshágase de los medicamentos correctamente!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/dia-nacional-de-devolucion-de-medicamentos-recetados/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T190809Z
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SUMMARY:National Drug Take-Back Day
DESCRIPTION:Join the Hollister Police Department for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day\, a nationwide initiative aimed at providing a safe\, convenient\, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications. This event helps prevent medication misuse\, protects the environment\, and raises awareness about the dangers of prescription drug abuse. \nSimply drive up and drop off your medications—no questions asked! Please note: Liquids\, needles\, and sharps cannot be accepted. \nFor more information on safe medication disposal options in San Benito County\, visit www.sbcopioidtaskforce.org. \nHelp keep our community safe—dispose of medications properly!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/national-drug-take-back-day-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T211844Z
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SUMMARY:Independent Bookstore Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:Hill’s Bookstore will be celebrating Independent Bookstore Day with loads of giveaways!! \n2 Children’s book Raffles\n1 “Adult” Raffle \nAND THE GOLDEN TICKET! Find the Golden Ticket in the store and WIN A YEARS WORTH OF AUDIOBOOKS!!!!!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/independent-bookstore-giveaway/
LOCATION:Hill’s Bookstore\, 650 San Benito St\, Suite 140\, Hollister\, CA\, 95023\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill's Bookstore":MAILTO:HillsBookstore@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250422T213743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T213743Z
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SUMMARY:SBC Fish and Game Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Board Chambers located at 481 Fourth Street\, Hollister CA 95023\n\nAPRIL 28\, 2025\n5:00 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe meeting will be available through Zoom\, YouTube\, and Peak Agenda for those who wish to join or require accommodations. \nMembers of the public may participate remotely via zoom at the following link https://zoom.us/join with the following Webinar ID and Password:\nWebinar ID: 854 3502 9029\nWebinar Password: 334580 \nThose participating by phone who would like to make a comment can use the “raise hand” feature by dialing “*9”. In order to receive the full zoom experience\, please make sure your application is up to date.\nRemote zoom participation for members of the public is provided for convenience only. In the event that the zoom connection malfunctions for any reason\, the Fish and Game Commission reserves the right to conduct the meeting without remote access. \nRemote Viewing: \nMembers of the public who wish to watch the meeting can view a livestream of the meeting online through either the: \nPeak Agenda Page: https://cosb.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1 \nWritten Comments & Email Public Comment\nMembers of the public may submit comments via email by 5:00 PM on the Monday prior to the meeting to the Clerk of the Board at vdelgado@sanbenitocountyca.gov \nPublic Comment Guidelines\nA. The Commission welcomes your comments.\nB. If participating on Zoom\, once you are selected you will hear that you have been unmuted:  At this time\, please state your first name\, last name\, and county you reside in for the record.\nC. Each individual speaker will be limited to a presentation total of three (3) minutes\, or such other time as may be designed by the Chair.\nD. Please keep your comments\, brief\, to the point\, and do not repeat prior testimony\, so that as many people as possible can be heard.  Your cooperation is appreciated. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the Clerk of the Board Vanessa Delgado\, at (831) 636-4000\, Ext. 13 or email VDelgado@sanbenitocountyca.gov \n\n\n\nAgenda. 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/sbc-fish-and-game-commission-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250425T184629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T184629Z
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SUMMARY:Pacheco Storm Water District
DESCRIPTION:481 Fourth Street\, Hollister at 6 p.m. \nAgenda
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/pacheco-storm-water-district/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250416T201117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T231613Z
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SUMMARY:Conversations with Dad: Empowering Fatherhood
DESCRIPTION:A 12 week long\, evidence based group workshop centered around a positive parenting program specific for fathers. Workshop goals include: \n•Strengthen Co-Parenting\n•Promote Good Behaviors & Abilities\n•Boost Parental Self-Efficacy\n•Linkage to Community Resources \nFirst course will begin April 23\, 2025 for 12 weeks concluding on July 16th\, 2025 \nClasses will be offered in both English and Spanish \n*Child Care and Food Provided for in-person participants\nVirtual option available to Monterey and Santa Cruz counties residents \nFor more information and to secure a spot please reach out one of our facilitators:\nMonica Hernandez (831) 902- 8952\nMark Segovia (830) 387- 0511
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/conversations-with-dad-empowering-fatherhood/2025-04-30/
LOCATION:351 Tres Pinos Road\, Hollister\, CA 95023\, 351 Tres Pinos Road Suite A-201\, Hollister\, CA 95023\, Hollister\, CA\, 95023\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Youth Recovery Connection":MAILTO:yrcreferral@yrconnections.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250425T184136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T184136Z
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SUMMARY:San Benito Water District
DESCRIPTION:April 30\, 2025\nRegular Meeting – 5:00 p.m.\n30 Mansfield Road – Hollister. \nAgenda
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-benito-water-district/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250425T185059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T185059Z
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SUMMARY:San Benito County Planning Commission
DESCRIPTION:Board of Supervisors Chambers 481 Fourth Street\, Hollister\, PLANNING COMMISSION – SPECIAL SESSION- APRIL 30\, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.\nAgenda
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-benito-county-planning-commission-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20241030T215404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T171839Z
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SUMMARY:Free Vaccine Clinic
DESCRIPTION:FREE flu vaccines at San Benito County\nPublic Health Every Wednesday & Thursday 10-12pm &\n2-4pm\, get you and your family protected for this\nrespiratory season.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/112415/2025-05-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20241119T225517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T170819Z
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SUMMARY:Toastmasters of San Benito General Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our weekly meetings – every Thursday\, 12:00 to 1:00 at 440 San Benito Street in Hollister.\nToastmasters 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.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/toastmasters-of-san-benito-general-meetings-2/2025-05-01/
LOCATION:Community Foundation Epicenter\, 440 San Benito Street\, Hollister\, CA\, Hollister\, 95023\, United States America
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250502T172841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T172922Z
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SUMMARY:Free Comic Book Day
DESCRIPTION:Bill’s Bullpen \n10 a.m.-8 p.m. Costume contest 12-2 p.m. \n207 Fourth Street\, Hollister
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/free-comic-book-day-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250422T193111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T193111Z
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SUMMARY:Hollister Downtown Association presents Downtown Wine & Beer Stroll
DESCRIPTION:May 3rd\, 2025 – 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM \nEarly Bird tickets sales are now available and runs through March 15\, 2025—$45 \nAfter March 15th\, tickets are $55 thru May 2nd \nDay of tickets are $60 \nDowntown Hollister \nOur 13th Annual Downtown Wine & Beer Stroll takes place in Downtown Hollister on Saturday\, May 3rd\, 2025 from 1:00 – 5:00. Participating businesses will be paired with a local winery or brewery where attendees will be poured a 1 oz. taste of wine OR a 2 oz. taste of beer.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/hollister-downtown-association-presents-downtown-wine-beer-stroll/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20231221T172435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T172435Z
UID:10004001-1746349200-1746360000@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:SBALT Ranch Day
DESCRIPTION:Work parties and/or hikes on Nyland and Rancho Larios Protected Lands in San Juan Bautista.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/sbalt-ranch-day-3/2025-05-04/
LOCATION:San Juan Bautista\, CA
CATEGORIES:Sports-Recreation,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Benito Agricultural Land Trust":MAILTO:info@sanbenitolandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250505T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250505T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250502T202609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T202704Z
UID:10009431-1746466200-1746473400@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:San Juan Bautista City Special Meeting
DESCRIPTION:CITY COUNCIL\nSPECIAL MEETING\nMONDAY\, MAY 5\, 2025\, 5:30 P.M.\nHYBRID MEETING\nCity Hall\, Council Chambers\n311 Second Street\, San Juan Bautista\, California \nAgenda
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-juan-bautista-city-special-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250502T201031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T201031Z
UID:10009429-1746522000-1746547200@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Board of Supervisors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:May 6 at 9 a.m. \nBoard of Supervisors Chambers 481 Fourth Street\, Hollister. \nAgenda 
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/board-of-supervisors-meeting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250502T202925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T202925Z
UID:10009432-1746554400-1746561600@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:San Juan Bautista Planning Commission
DESCRIPTION:May 6 at 6 p.m. \nCity Hall
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/san-juan-bautista-planning-commission/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250416T201117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T231613Z
UID:10005883-1746630000-1746637200@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Conversations with Dad: Empowering Fatherhood
DESCRIPTION:A 12 week long\, evidence based group workshop centered around a positive parenting program specific for fathers. Workshop goals include: \n•Strengthen Co-Parenting\n•Promote Good Behaviors & Abilities\n•Boost Parental Self-Efficacy\n•Linkage to Community Resources \nFirst course will begin April 23\, 2025 for 12 weeks concluding on July 16th\, 2025 \nClasses will be offered in both English and Spanish \n*Child Care and Food Provided for in-person participants\nVirtual option available to Monterey and Santa Cruz counties residents \nFor more information and to secure a spot please reach out one of our facilitators:\nMonica Hernandez (831) 902- 8952\nMark Segovia (830) 387- 0511
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/conversations-with-dad-empowering-fatherhood/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:351 Tres Pinos Road\, Hollister\, CA 95023\, 351 Tres Pinos Road Suite A-201\, Hollister\, CA 95023\, Hollister\, CA\, 95023\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Youth Recovery Connection":MAILTO:yrcreferral@yrconnections.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250502T203145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T203145Z
UID:10009433-1746633600-1746640800@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:SBC Intergovernmental Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:REGULAR MEETING\nWEDNESDAY\, MAY 7\, 2025\, 4:00 P.M.\nHYBRID MEETING\nCity Hall\, Council Chambers\n311 Second Street\, San Juan Bautista. \nAgenda
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/sbc-intergovernmental-committee-meeting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250508T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250502T201456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T203244Z
UID:10009430-1746691200-1746723600@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:LAFCO Meeting
DESCRIPTION:May 8 at 4 p.m. \nBoard of Supervisors Chambers 481 Fourth Street\, Hollister. \nAgenda
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/lafco-meeting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250508T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20241030T215404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T171839Z
UID:10005235-1746698400-1746720000@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Free Vaccine Clinic
DESCRIPTION:FREE flu vaccines at San Benito County\nPublic Health Every Wednesday & Thursday 10-12pm &\n2-4pm\, get you and your family protected for this\nrespiratory season.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/112415/2025-05-08/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20241119T225517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T170819Z
UID:10003488-1746705600-1746709200@benitolink.com
SUMMARY:Toastmasters of San Benito General Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our weekly meetings – every Thursday\, 12:00 to 1:00 at 440 San Benito Street in Hollister.\nToastmasters 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.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/toastmasters-of-san-benito-general-meetings-2/2025-05-08/
LOCATION:Community Foundation Epicenter\, 440 San Benito Street\, Hollister\, CA\, Hollister\, 95023\, United States America
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T225619
CREATED:20250429T182051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T182051Z
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SUMMARY:Gavilan College Presents House of Desires: A Comedy from Mexico's Pioneering Feminist Voice
DESCRIPTION: The Gavilan College Theatre Arts Department will present House of Desires\, a witty romantic comedy filled with mistaken identities and physical humor\, written by Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz\, considered the first published feminist of the Americas. This 17th-century “rom-com” opens May 9 at the Gavilan College Theater. \nWritten in the late 1600s\, when Mexico was part of the Spanish colony known as New Spain\, House of Desires (Los empeños de una casa) offers modern audiences a surprisingly relevant comedy of manners. It explores themes of gender roles and societal expectations\, all wrapped in witty wordplay\, romantic entanglements\, and farcical situations. \n“Sor Juana’s comedies share similarities with Shakespeare’s works—particularly in their sharp critique of gender and social norms\,” said Isabel Cruz\, the director of the production. “She remains far less known today despite being immensely influential in the Spanish-speaking world during her lifetime.” \nDirected by Isabel Cruz\, Gavilan lecturer and alumna\, the production brings to life a work by one of history’s most remarkable yet often overlooked literary figures. \n“Sor Juana was absolutely a feminist in a time when that term didn’t exist in the way we use it now\,” said Cruz. “She lived in a self-determined way—legend has it she turned down multiple marriage proposals because she wanted to pursue her education and devote herself to study and writing.” \nSor Juana\, a 17th-century Hispanic nun born in New Spain (present-day Mexico)\, possessed what was likely one of the largest private libraries in the Americas at the time. She was a prolific writer of religious poetry\, theological essays\, and sacred plays\, but also produced secular works like House of Desires\, which were often performed for the Spanish colonial elite. Later in life\, under pressure from church authorities\, she was forced to abandon her literary pursuits\, silencing one of the era’s most brilliant voices. \nDr. John Lawton Haehl\, Gavilan’s Theatre Arts program director and the production’s designer\, describes the play as reminiscent of Molière’s comedies. \n“She satirizes the manners and behavior of the upper classes\,” Lawton Haehl said. “Everyone is proclaiming their honor and virtue while acting in ways that completely contradict those ideals. That kind of contrast makes for a comedy that still resonates today.” \nThe production features extensive student involvement\, with actors from the performance class\, technical support from the stage production class\, and contributions from volunteers. The elaborate set recreates a Spanish colonial hacienda\, with period-appropriate costumes that emphasize the luxurious—and sometimes absurd—world of the characters. \n“The students are making thoughtful acting choices that expose the ridiculousness of that kind of society\,” Cruz said. “It’s been a beautiful opportunity to bring Sor Juana’s work home and share it with students who very much identify with her story.” \nThe English translation being performed was commissioned by the Royal Shakespeare Company in 2004 for its Spanish Golden Age season\, making this a rare opportunity to experience Sor Juana’s work in a modern English-language production. \nPerformance Schedule: \n\nFriday\, May 9 at 7:30 p.m.\nSaturday\, May 10 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.\nFriday\, May 16 at 7:30 p.m.\nSaturday\, May 17 at 7:30 p.m.\n\nTickets are $25 general admission and $15 for students and seniors. \nFor more information about the production or to purchase tickets\, visit bit.ly/gavhod25\, the Gavilan College website or contact the Theatre Arts Department.
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SUMMARY:20th Annual Unified Gifted Games
DESCRIPTION:Hollister High School will host the 20th Annual Unified Gifted Games this Friday\, May 9 at Andy Hardin Stadium. The Unified Gifted Games is an Olympic-style event for students with disabilities to participate in friendly competition. The event will feature nearly 600 athletes\, from preschoolers to adults\, from San Benito County and Gilroy. The community is invited to come cheer on the athletes. \nSchedule:\n10-10:15 a.m. Opening Ceremony (National Anthem performed by HHS Transition Student\, Ayla Remland and HHS ASL students; Posting of the Colors by Post 9242)\n10:15 -10:35 1/2 Mile\n10:35-11:40 Field Events (Soccer\, Javelin Throw\, Long Jump\, Football Toss\,\nBaseball\, Corn Hole\, Inflatable Sports Games)\n11:40-11:45 Unified Cheer and Baler Cheer Performance\n11:45-noon Wheelchair races\nNoon–12:20 50-Yard Dash (Elementary schools)\n12:20-12:40 100-Yard Dash (Middle/High schools)\n12:20-1:20 Lunch/clean-up
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/20th-annual-unified-gifted-games/
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SUMMARY:Gavilan College Presents House of Desires: A Comedy from Mexico's Pioneering Feminist Voice
DESCRIPTION: The Gavilan College Theatre Arts Department will present House of Desires\, a witty romantic comedy filled with mistaken identities and physical humor\, written by Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz\, considered the first published feminist of the Americas. This 17th-century “rom-com” opens May 9 at the Gavilan College Theater. \nWritten in the late 1600s\, when Mexico was part of the Spanish colony known as New Spain\, House of Desires (Los empeños de una casa) offers modern audiences a surprisingly relevant comedy of manners. It explores themes of gender roles and societal expectations\, all wrapped in witty wordplay\, romantic entanglements\, and farcical situations. \n“Sor Juana’s comedies share similarities with Shakespeare’s works—particularly in their sharp critique of gender and social norms\,” said Isabel Cruz\, the director of the production. “She remains far less known today despite being immensely influential in the Spanish-speaking world during her lifetime.” \nDirected by Isabel Cruz\, Gavilan lecturer and alumna\, the production brings to life a work by one of history’s most remarkable yet often overlooked literary figures. \n“Sor Juana was absolutely a feminist in a time when that term didn’t exist in the way we use it now\,” said Cruz. “She lived in a self-determined way—legend has it she turned down multiple marriage proposals because she wanted to pursue her education and devote herself to study and writing.” \nSor Juana\, a 17th-century Hispanic nun born in New Spain (present-day Mexico)\, possessed what was likely one of the largest private libraries in the Americas at the time. She was a prolific writer of religious poetry\, theological essays\, and sacred plays\, but also produced secular works like House of Desires\, which were often performed for the Spanish colonial elite. Later in life\, under pressure from church authorities\, she was forced to abandon her literary pursuits\, silencing one of the era’s most brilliant voices. \nDr. John Lawton Haehl\, Gavilan’s Theatre Arts program director and the production’s designer\, describes the play as reminiscent of Molière’s comedies. \n“She satirizes the manners and behavior of the upper classes\,” Lawton Haehl said. “Everyone is proclaiming their honor and virtue while acting in ways that completely contradict those ideals. That kind of contrast makes for a comedy that still resonates today.” \nThe production features extensive student involvement\, with actors from the performance class\, technical support from the stage production class\, and contributions from volunteers. The elaborate set recreates a Spanish colonial hacienda\, with period-appropriate costumes that emphasize the luxurious—and sometimes absurd—world of the characters. \n“The students are making thoughtful acting choices that expose the ridiculousness of that kind of society\,” Cruz said. “It’s been a beautiful opportunity to bring Sor Juana’s work home and share it with students who very much identify with her story.” \nThe English translation being performed was commissioned by the Royal Shakespeare Company in 2004 for its Spanish Golden Age season\, making this a rare opportunity to experience Sor Juana’s work in a modern English-language production. \nPerformance Schedule: \n\nFriday\, May 9 at 7:30 p.m.\nSaturday\, May 10 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.\nFriday\, May 16 at 7:30 p.m.\nSaturday\, May 17 at 7:30 p.m.\n\nTickets are $25 general admission and $15 for students and seniors. \nFor more information about the production or to purchase tickets\, visit bit.ly/gavhod25\, the Gavilan College website or contact the Theatre Arts Department.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/gavilan-college-presents-house-of-desires-a-comedy-from-mexicos-pioneering-feminist-voice/2025-05-09/2/
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SUMMARY:Friends of the San Benito Library Book Sale
DESCRIPTION:This month’s sale will be from 9 AM to 11:30 AM on Saturday\, May 10th. \nWe 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. \nThe sale will be behind the library\, which is at 470 5th St. in Downtown Hollister. Look for the signs. \nHope to see you soon!
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/friends-of-the-san-benito-library-book-sale-2/
LOCATION:san benito library\, 470 5th Street\, Hollister\, CA\, 95023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the San Benito County Free Library":MAILTO:sbcfriends.org@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Gavilan College Presents House of Desires: A Comedy from Mexico's Pioneering Feminist Voice
DESCRIPTION:The Gavilan College Theatre Arts Department will present House of Desires\, a witty romantic comedy filled with mistaken identities and physical humor\, written by Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz\, considered the first published feminist of the Americas. This 17th-century “rom-com” opens May 9 at the Gavilan College Theater. \nWritten in the late 1600s\, when Mexico was part of the Spanish colony known as New Spain\, House of Desires (Los empeños de una casa) offers modern audiences a surprisingly relevant comedy of manners. It explores themes of gender roles and societal expectations\, all wrapped in witty wordplay\, romantic entanglements\, and farcical situations. \n“Sor Juana’s comedies share similarities with Shakespeare’s works—particularly in their sharp critique of gender and social norms\,” said Isabel Cruz\, the director of the production. “She remains far less known today despite being immensely influential in the Spanish-speaking world during her lifetime.” \nDirected by Isabel Cruz\, Gavilan lecturer and alumna\, the production brings to life a work by one of history’s most remarkable yet often overlooked literary figures. \n“Sor Juana was absolutely a feminist in a time when that term didn’t exist in the way we use it now\,” said Cruz. “She lived in a self-determined way—legend has it she turned down multiple marriage proposals because she wanted to pursue her education and devote herself to study and writing.” \nSor Juana\, a 17th-century Hispanic nun born in New Spain (present-day Mexico)\, possessed what was likely one of the largest private libraries in the Americas at the time. She was a prolific writer of religious poetry\, theological essays\, and sacred plays\, but also produced secular works like House of Desires\, which were often performed for the Spanish colonial elite. Later in life\, under pressure from church authorities\, she was forced to abandon her literary pursuits\, silencing one of the era’s most brilliant voices. \nDr. John Lawton Haehl\, Gavilan’s Theatre Arts program director and the production’s designer\, describes the play as reminiscent of Molière’s comedies. \n“She satirizes the manners and behavior of the upper classes\,” Lawton Haehl said. “Everyone is proclaiming their honor and virtue while acting in ways that completely contradict those ideals. That kind of contrast makes for a comedy that still resonates today.” \nThe production features extensive student involvement\, with actors from the performance class\, technical support from the stage production class\, and contributions from volunteers. The elaborate set recreates a Spanish colonial hacienda\, with period-appropriate costumes that emphasize the luxurious—and sometimes absurd—world of the characters. \n“The students are making thoughtful acting choices that expose the ridiculousness of that kind of society\,” Cruz said. “It’s been a beautiful opportunity to bring Sor Juana’s work home and share it with students who very much identify with her story.” \nThe English translation being performed was commissioned by the Royal Shakespeare Company in 2004 for its Spanish Golden Age season\, making this a rare opportunity to experience Sor Juana’s work in a modern English-language production. \nPerformance Schedule: \n\nFriday\, May 9 at 7:30 p.m.\nSaturday\, May 10 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.\nFriday\, May 16 at 7:30 p.m.\nSaturday\, May 17 at 7:30 p.m.\n\nTickets are $25 general admission and $15 for students and seniors. \nFor more information about the production or to purchase tickets\, visit bit.ly/gavhod25\, the Gavilan College website or contact the Theatre Arts Department.
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/gavilan-college-presents-house-of-desires-a-comedy-from-mexicos-pioneering-feminist-voice-2/
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SUMMARY:CASA's 2025 Sip\, Savor & Celebrate
DESCRIPTION:Your support directly benefits youth and children in San Benito County \nPurchase tickets at: https://givebutter.com/iyYkdn
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/2025-sip-savor-celebrate/
LOCATION:Swank Farms\, 4751 Pacheco Pass Hwy\, Hollister\, CA 95023
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SUMMARY:MTR Service Dog Certification at Target
DESCRIPTION:Monkey Tail Ranch is a local non-profit that breeds\, trains and places service dogs (labrador retrievers). Specifically\, we provide service dogs to schools and individuals facing the challenges of autism\, anxiety and PTSD.\n\nQuite a few of our dogs can be found at our local schools — Ladd Lane Linguine\, Molly at Spring Grove Elementary\, Perla at Sunnyslope Elementary and Shout at Hollister High School. We have also provided dogs to neighboring communities such as  Omlette to Morgan Autism Center in San Jose\, Toaster to the Aromas School District and quite a few individual service dogs.\n\n\nWe will be doing Service Dog certification/recertification testing at Target starting at 6:30 p.m. and then will be going to dinner at Cosmo’s at 7:30 p.m.\n\nCome out and see our dogs.\n\nDogs attending:\n-Toaster from San Juan School District\n-Molly from Sunnyslope Elementary\n-Memphis likely to be placed at Sunnyslope Elementary\n-Shout from Hollister High School\n-Linguine from Ladd Lane may attend dinner (he is already certified)
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/mtr-service-dog-certification-at-target/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250513T173000
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SUMMARY:Gavilan College Board of Trustees
DESCRIPTION:Board of Trustees Regular Meeting\nTuesday\, May 13\, 2025\nClosed Session – 4:00 p.m.\nLocation: Gavilan College\, Gilroy Campus\, Social Science Room 111\nOpen Session – 5:30 p.m.\nLocation: Gavilan College\, Gilroy Campus\, Library Room 170 \n  \nAgenda
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/gavilan-college-board-of-trustees/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250514T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250514T170000
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CREATED:20250416T201117Z
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SUMMARY:Conversations with Dad: Empowering Fatherhood
DESCRIPTION:A 12 week long\, evidence based group workshop centered around a positive parenting program specific for fathers. Workshop goals include: \n•Strengthen Co-Parenting\n•Promote Good Behaviors & Abilities\n•Boost Parental Self-Efficacy\n•Linkage to Community Resources \nFirst course will begin April 23\, 2025 for 12 weeks concluding on July 16th\, 2025 \nClasses will be offered in both English and Spanish \n*Child Care and Food Provided for in-person participants\nVirtual option available to Monterey and Santa Cruz counties residents \nFor more information and to secure a spot please reach out one of our facilitators:\nMonica Hernandez (831) 902- 8952\nMark Segovia (830) 387- 0511
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/conversations-with-dad-empowering-fatherhood/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:351 Tres Pinos Road\, Hollister\, CA 95023\, 351 Tres Pinos Road Suite A-201\, Hollister\, CA 95023\, Hollister\, CA\, 95023\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Youth Recovery Connection":MAILTO:yrcreferral@yrconnections.org
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