Is it happening in your state?
I don't care how you vote or for whom you vote. That's your business. Just vote. I believe that if you don't vote, you have no right to complain about how our government is run.
Hollister, California is a real town that has been around since the 1870s. Unlike the fictional town created by a corporate clothing company, Hollister is no where near a beach. The town is about 45 miles east of the Pacific Ocean. Seagulls occasionally make their way over the mountains. Hopefully, they are able to find their way back.
Monday, June 7, 2010
Remember to Vote on June 8!!!!
It's the California primary election tomorrow.
Is it happening in your state?
I don't care how you vote or for whom you vote. That's your business. Just vote. I believe that if you don't vote, you have no right to complain about how our government is run.
Is it happening in your state?
I don't care how you vote or for whom you vote. That's your business. Just vote. I believe that if you don't vote, you have no right to complain about how our government is run.
Thursday, June 3, 2010
June in Hollister and Thereabouts
When I say thereabouts, I mean all points in San Benito County. And, there's quite a lot going on this June. This list is just only some of them. Please let me know about any others.
Enjoy yourselves out there!
WEEKLY EVENTS
Wednesday afternoons: Farmers Market, from 3 to 7 p.m., on 5th Street, between San Benito and Monterey Streets.
Thursday evenings: Movies Under the Stars, sponsored by the Hollister Downtown Association. Corner of 4th and San Benito Streets. Yep, on the big lawn. Movie starts around dusk.
Friday evenings: Bingo, sponsored by Sacred Heart Church. It starts 6:30 p.m. at the O'Reilly Hall (670 College Street). You must be 18 years old to play.
Saturday mornings: Bike Ride with Off the Chain Bikes.
Saturday mornings: Book Sale, sponsored by the Friends of the Library, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., behind the San Benito County Free Library, 5th and West Streets. $2 per bag. Wow!
June 3 to June 30: Three Artists, Three Visions, Blak Sage Gallery, in Hollister. Artists reception on June 5, from 4 to 7 p.m.
June 5, 12, and 19: Fremont Peak Observatory Evening Public Program, Fremont Peak State Park.
June 18 to August 1: Corridos, El Teatro Campesino, San Juan Bautista.
ONE-OF-A-KIND EVENTS
June 5: Living History Days, San Juan Bautista State Historic Park.
June 5: Miss San Benito Rodeo Contest, 9 a.m. at the San Benito County Fairgrounds. Admission is free.
June 11: Pedro Card Party, sponsored by the Native Daughters of the Golden West, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 203 Fourth Street in San Juan Bautista. Beginners are welcome.
June 12: Wag n' Walk, sponsored by Pet Friends, in Hollister.
June 12: San Juan Bautista Gallery Walk.
June 13: Model T Endurance Run and Lowland Tour, part of Tiffany Motor Company's 100th Celebration, Hollister.
June 19: Ninth Annual Family Kite Day, Pacheco State Park. 12 noon to 4 p.m.
June 19: Fremont Peak Observatory Solar Program, Fremont Peak State Park.
June 19 to 20: Living History Special Event, San Juan Bautista State Historic Park.
June 19: Monthly Antique and Collectables Fair, San Juan Bautista.
June 19: Memorial Roping, San Benito County Rodeo, starts 9 a.m. at the San Benito County Fairgrounds. This event is dedicated to Richie Fehlman, Kenny Vierra, and Tommy Carreiro. Admission is free.
June 19: Kelly McDonald Concert, Guerra Cellars Summer Concerts, Hollister.
June 20: San Juan Bautista Annual Fiesta.
June 24: 77th Annual Saddle Horse Show and Rodeo Parade, sponsored by the San Benito County Saddle Horse Association. It starts 6:15 p.m. Downtown Hollister.
June 25 to June 27: 77th Saddle Horse Show and Rodeo, San Benito County Fairgrounds.
Enjoy yourselves out there!
WEEKLY EVENTS
Wednesday afternoons: Farmers Market, from 3 to 7 p.m., on 5th Street, between San Benito and Monterey Streets.Thursday evenings: Movies Under the Stars, sponsored by the Hollister Downtown Association. Corner of 4th and San Benito Streets. Yep, on the big lawn. Movie starts around dusk.
Friday evenings: Bingo, sponsored by Sacred Heart Church. It starts 6:30 p.m. at the O'Reilly Hall (670 College Street). You must be 18 years old to play.
Saturday mornings: Bike Ride with Off the Chain Bikes.
Saturday mornings: Book Sale, sponsored by the Friends of the Library, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., behind the San Benito County Free Library, 5th and West Streets. $2 per bag. Wow!
ONGOING EVENTS
June 3 to June 30: Three Artists, Three Visions, Blak Sage Gallery, in Hollister. Artists reception on June 5, from 4 to 7 p.m.
June 5, 12, and 19: Fremont Peak Observatory Evening Public Program, Fremont Peak State Park.
June 18 to August 1: Corridos, El Teatro Campesino, San Juan Bautista.
ONE-OF-A-KIND EVENTS
June 5: Miss San Benito Rodeo Contest, 9 a.m. at the San Benito County Fairgrounds. Admission is free.
June 8: VOTE! VOTE! VOTE!
June 11: Pedro Card Party, sponsored by the Native Daughters of the Golden West, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 203 Fourth Street in San Juan Bautista. Beginners are welcome.
June 12: Wag n' Walk, sponsored by Pet Friends, in Hollister.
June 12: San Juan Bautista Gallery Walk.
June 13: Model T Endurance Run and Lowland Tour, part of Tiffany Motor Company's 100th Celebration, Hollister.
June 19: Ninth Annual Family Kite Day, Pacheco State Park. 12 noon to 4 p.m.
June 19: Fremont Peak Observatory Solar Program, Fremont Peak State Park.
June 19 to 20: Living History Special Event, San Juan Bautista State Historic Park.
June 19: Monthly Antique and Collectables Fair, San Juan Bautista.
June 19: Memorial Roping, San Benito County Rodeo, starts 9 a.m. at the San Benito County Fairgrounds. This event is dedicated to Richie Fehlman, Kenny Vierra, and Tommy Carreiro. Admission is free.
June 19: Kelly McDonald Concert, Guerra Cellars Summer Concerts, Hollister.
June 20: San Juan Bautista Annual Fiesta.
June 24: 77th Annual Saddle Horse Show and Rodeo Parade, sponsored by the San Benito County Saddle Horse Association. It starts 6:15 p.m. Downtown Hollister.
June 25 to June 27: 77th Saddle Horse Show and Rodeo, San Benito County Fairgrounds.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
The Burger Factory
I am almost embarrassed to say how often we get take-out at the Burger Factory. It's not daily nor several times a week, but if the husband and I were younger and more active, it would be. So far, it's every 7 to 10 days that we tootle down to the tiny shack on San Benito Street for what we believe are the most delicious and affordable hamburgers and french fries in town.
The Burger Factory opened last fall. Originally it was called the Burger Hut, but a chain with the same name told the owners that they better change the name of their business or else. Old name, new name, doesn't matter. The food is just plain yummmmm!
Julie and Jin Hyun are the owners who do all the cooking and serving, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m, Monday through Saturday. Smiling Julie takes orders and runs around in the small place, putting together salads and greenery to dishes, while her husband Jin attends to the grill. On rainy or cold days, Julie has told us to go back to our car and then she brings our order to us when it's ready. How's that for service.
My favorite burger is a tie between the jalapeño burger and the mushroom burger. Jalapeño or mushroom slices are nestled between the perfectly grilled hamburger meat and sliced onions and tomatoes. Yummmm. If hamburgers aren't your thing, you can try the other items, such as teriyaki bowls, fish and chips, hot link sandwiches, and steak sandwiches. Yummmm. Recently, the Hyuns started offering breakfast croissants and coffee for morning fare.
The Burger Factory is located at 125 San Benito Street, the east side, between First and Second Streets. it's between the railroad crossing and the once-upon-a time Bishop Motors (I can't remember what's in that spot now.) A few tables are available for you to sit and eat your food, if you can't wait until you get home.
And, no, I wasn't paid to write how much I like the Burger Factory. A couple times, Julie did give me some homemade kimchi for free when I kiddingly asked once if they'd ever offer kimchi burgers. Her kimchi is yummmmmmm. She won't be selling it anytime soon though. She says it's too much work to be able to offer if all the time. I'm not embarrassed to say this: I do want the Burger Factory to stay around forever.
2010 Hollister Airshow
What will there be to see? Devil may-care aerobatic maneuvers, WWII fighter fly-bys, skydiving demonstrations, aircraft displays, vendors, and more!
And there will be many things to do, do, do, too! For instance, you can go up in the air in a historic 1930 biplane for $60 with Nostalgic Warbird and Biplane Rides. In fact, the outfit will start taking parties up on Friday. First come, first served.
So, when will it be? This Saturday, May 29 and Sunday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
How much will it cost? Entry fee is $5 per person. Children under 5 get in for free. There's also a $3 per car entry fee. Be sure to have cash or your checkbook. That's all they'll be taking at the gate.
If you want to bypass the car fee, you can catch the free shuttle bus at the downtown parking garage (also free) on 4th and San Benito Streets. The service will come every 30 minutes from 9:30 to 4:30, so I'm told. Free bus service will also be available on demand for folks who will be flying into the Frazier Lake Airpark.
Want to check out the schedule of events? Click here.
For further details about the event and Hollister, check out these sites:
- Hollister Airshow Web site
- "Mayor Jumping From Plane to Promote First Air Show," Hollister Free Lance
- Hollister Municipal Airport
- Frazier Lake Airpark
- Hollister California—The City That Is!
Monday, May 24, 2010
The Portuguese Festival Parade
Every year, the Portuguese American community in Hollister holds a festival on pentacost Sunday to celebrate the life of Queen Isabella, who was said to have helped the poor against the wishes of her husband. The annual celebration is a two-day event. On Saturday night, the community holds a dance and crown the queen and princesses of the festival. Sunday morning is the parade and feast.
After 50+ years, I finally saw my first Portuguese Festival Parade. Festival queens and princesses from surrounding communities also joined in with Hollister's own. The parade marched up 7th Street to Monterey Street to 5th Street and then down to Sacred Heart Church.
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| The Festival Queen and her Court of Hollister |
To learn more about the local Portuguese festival, check out these new articles from the local newspapers:
- Portuguese Festival Promises to be a Lively, Colorful Affair, Hollister Free Lance
- Portuguese Americans Find a Home in Hollister, Hollister Free Lance
- Serving as Queen of Portuguese Festival Spans Three Generations, Pinnacles News
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