Here's a little bit more of Hollister for you.
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, May 29, 2012
Thursday, May 24, 2012
2012 Memorial Day
Who says old gals can't learn new things. Here are some facts I just learned about Memorial Day:
- Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day. First celebrated on May 30, 1868, the day was established to honor all Union and Confederate solders who died in Civil War. The day was chosen because it did not signify a day of any battle.
- Over time, Memorial Day became the day to commemorate the deaths of all U.S. military personnel who served in any U.S. skirmish, battle, war, and other military conflict.
- Memorial Day officially became a federal holiday in 1971.
Memorial Day (History Channel)
Memorial Day (Wikipedia)
Memorial Day History
As a kid, I remember the local American Legion and Vets organizations holding an annual Memorial Day commemoration at the cemetery on Hillcrest Road. I have no idea if it's still happening. If anyone knows, please leave a comment.
Weekend Events
Two big events are happening this weekend. There is the annual Hollister Air Show (May 26 and May 27) at the Hollister Airport. Lots of daring do's in the sky will be taking place.
And, there is the Portuguese Festival. The crowning of the queen and her court will take place on Saturday evening (May 26). The following morning, the annual parade will start off Sunday's full day and evening of festivities.
To learn about other events going on this weekend (and later), check out San Benito Today's calendar.
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
The Annular Solar Eclipse
May 20, 2012: The Annular Solar Eclipse in Hollister, California |
How many of you noticed the sky suddenly looking dark for a short while late Sunday afternoon?
Did anyone notice that the birds stopped chirping for a little bit?
And, how many of you went outside and watched the annular solar eclipse? Not directly, of course.
The Husband pricked a hole in a piece of notepaper and held it up to another piece of paper. I thought it was quite impressive, both the pin-hole viewer and the eclipse. So, I can just imagine how supercalifragilisticly magnificent it would have been to see the ring of fire. But then that would be the last thing I would see.
As the Husband gazed at the image of the eclipse on the paper, I poked my camera towards the sky. (No, I didn't look at the sun.) I was shooting in color but the image came out in black-and-white. I guess that's how dark it really was at that moment. By the way, if you want to know the scientific particulars about the annular solar eclipse last Sunday, check out this link at the National Geographic.
May 20, 2012: The Annular Solar Eclipse in Hollister, California |
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Be Part of the Cash Mob!
A Cash Mob is happening this Saturday, May 19, at one lucky random business in downtown Hollister.
Cash Mob? you ask.
It's a new strategy that's going on nationwide to support local businesses. A "mob" of people choose one store and each person spends at least $20 there. The store has no idea its going to be mobbed with customers.
Hollister Downtown Association (HDA) is hosting Saturday's event. Interested? Show up at the parking lot on the corner of Sixth and East streets at 11 a.m. with your 20 bucks. From there, you and the rest of the mob will head to the selected business. HDA isn't saying until then. For more details, check out this link.
Cash Mob? you ask.
It's a new strategy that's going on nationwide to support local businesses. A "mob" of people choose one store and each person spends at least $20 there. The store has no idea its going to be mobbed with customers.
Hollister Downtown Association (HDA) is hosting Saturday's event. Interested? Show up at the parking lot on the corner of Sixth and East streets at 11 a.m. with your 20 bucks. From there, you and the rest of the mob will head to the selected business. HDA isn't saying until then. For more details, check out this link.
Labels:
downtown Hollister,
Events,
local business,
shopping
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Cute—and Yummy—Eggs
I was not even thinking taste when I saw these small eggs. They were just so cute! I was thinking about a way to remove the insides so I could have the shells intact for. . . Sigh! Crafting will have to wait for another day.
Eggs from the Hain Ranch Organics are always top quality, as far as I'm concerned. (So are its chickens, by the way.) But, that afternoon at the first Hollister Farmers Market, I didn't need any yummy eggs. So, I took a photo of the cute eggs and bought myself a pound of the local family farm's delicious organic walnuts.
Hain Ranch Organics is one of the several local farmers who sell their wares every Wednesday afternoon (3 to 7 p.m.) at the Hollister Farmers Market. Have you had a chance to check the market out yet? Click here to see the market's photo album of its 2012 opening day.
Labels:
agriculture,
downtown Hollister,
Events,
local business,
local foods
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