Nothing like hanging out on a sunny Spring day. Purrrrrrr.
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.
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Splish! Splash!
At this particular moment (last Friday afternoon), it was more like the end of Hail, hail, the hail is done! Once the moment was snapped, it was then a mad hop over the raging gutter and a grinning dash to The Heavenly Bakery for some yummy carrot cake cupcakes, which went directly to my hips, thank you very much.
For you non-locals, the photo shows Mars Hill Coffeehouse where you can see patrons participating in a wonderful rainy-day sport—sipping coffee and conversing with friends.
Labels:
downtown Hollister,
environment,
local business,
local foods
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Coming Up: A Spring Weekend of Fun
Lots of things going on this weekend in and around Hollister, if you're looking to distract yourself from doing taxes or to celebrate having done them. Or, just to take part in the local fun. Here are some of the happenings:
Friday Evening, April 13
Charming Chairs Silent Auction at the Blak Sage Gallery. This is a fundraiser for the Hollister Downtown Association. At the same time, the gallery will host an artist reception for artists who will be participating in the Open Studios later this month.
Narnia—The Magic Begins at the Granada Theatre. This spring musical production is presented by the San Benito Stage Company and features many young actors. The play opens Friday night, with performances also on Saturday and Sunday and the following two weekends.
Saturday, April 14
Earthquake Walk and Talk. This walk starts at 9 a.m. at the San Benito County Chamber of Commerce (650 San Benito Street). Geologists will lead folks on a tour of the Calaveras fault that runs through downtown Hollister.
Spring Arts and Crafts Festival. This annual event will take place on both Saturday and Sunday in downtown San Juan Bautista.
2012 Crab Crack. The annual dinner-dance fundraiser by the Hollister Exchange Club will be at Bolado Park.
Sunday, April 15
San Benito County 4-H Pancake Breakfast. This annual fundraiser will take place on Sunday morning at the Hollister Elks Lodge at the Hollister Airport.
Hollister Derby Girls vs. SINtral Valley Derby Girls. The junior team will be going at it on Sunday afternoon at Bolado Park.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Family Pizza Day
Julie Engelhardt at a 2010 Story Time at Mars Hill Coffeehouse. Photo courtesy of Mars Hill Coffeehouse |
You may want to check out Family Day at Neighborhood Pizza then. For the next three Sundays, the local pizza restaurant will hold a family fun time from 1 to 3 p.m, featuring local story teller Julie Engelhardt. Many of you know may know her as Mrs. Santa during the Christmas season.
Each Family Day will have a specific theme, and also include games and crafts:
• April 15: Pizza Party!
• April 22: Prince and Princess Pizza Party!
• April 29: Pirate Pizza Party! (A face painter will also be there.)
All children are invited to come dressed in costume.
Neighborhood Pizza is located at 580 Tres Pinos Road in the Goodwill shopping center. The restaurant is next to the Dollar Tree.
Labels:
entertainment,
Events,
Hollister,
local business,
local people
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Coming Up: The 95th Anniversary!
On Thursday, April 12, 2012, the San Benito County Free Library will be celebrating its 95th year of providing services to the City of Hollister, as well as to the whole county. Whoo-hooo!
Quite a lot of fun will be going on between 12 and 8 p.m. at 470 5th Street. There will be local history displays and children's activities in addition to:
12 to 4: Customer Appreciation and Technology DemonstrationBy the way, check out the Library Use Value Calculator. It gives you an idea of the value of the free services you personally receive from our local library. It was certainly an eye opener for me!
5:30 to 6: Family Story Time (with readings by Sheriff Darren Thompson and Firefighter Josh Buzzetta)
6:30 to 7:30: Musical Entertainment
7 to 7:30: Unveiling of the new library logo (with Supervisor Jaime De La Cruz)
Be sure to check out the cool display about the library's history in the lobby. |
Labels:
downtown Hollister,
Events,
San Benito County
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