Wednesday, September 18, 2013

A Corner Reflection of 5th & San Benito


Reflecting on what thou might eat at the Pendergrass Restaurant?

Reflecting on what's behind thee?



The View from 5th & San Benito series
Click here if you want an answer to "Huh. Series?"

Monday, September 16, 2013

2013 Mexican Independence Day Parade


Yesterday by happen chance, I learned that the Mexican Independence Day was going to take place in  historical Downtown Hollister,  so I jumped on my bicycle and pedaled over.  It was a beautiful day for a parade.

Although a short parade, it was quite festive, watching the horsemen and horsewomen, the youngsters, dancers, musicians, and, politicans march their way down San Benito Street. For more photos of the parade, head over to Take 25's album on Facebook.

Today, September 16, is actually Mexican Independence Day. On September 16, 1810,  Mexico declared itself free of Spain and hence began the Mexican War of Independence. For a summary of El Grito de Independencia, check out this Wikipedia article.



Saturday, September 14, 2013

In Elk's Time


I never knew there was a clock at the top of the Elk's building at 5th & San Benito until 10 years ago when I looked at a photo I had taken.  I should've looked up more often when I was a kid.

Did the Elk's horns move like the hands on a clock? Anyone know. What a great way to teach a kid how to tell time. The right horn is on the 3 and the left horn is on the 7, so the time is . . . .


The View from 5th & San Benito series
Click here if you want an answer to "Huh. Series?"

Friday, September 13, 2013

Finding Groucho in Downtown Hollister


I dunno. Put a big nose and mustache on this pole. What do you think: Groucho Marx?

Many thanks to the Hollister Downtown Association for installing and maintaining the beautiful hanging plants in historical downtown Hollister.

The View from 5th & San Benito series
Click here if you want an answer to "Huh. Series?"

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

One 'ell of a Law Firm


Lawyers! Many can't stand them. That is,  until one is needed. And, then, they hope they've found one 'ell of a lawyer.

The View from 5th & San Benito series
Click here if you want an answer to "Huh. Series?"

ShareThis

LinkWithin

Related Posts with Thumbnails