Monday, May 26, 2014

Walking on Main Street


Until this year, we could walk down the middle of San Benito Street after a parade or during the Hollister Rally or the Hollister Street Festival and Car Show. Since the start of the Hollister Farmers' Market, we have been able to stroll between Fourth and Seventh Streets every Wednesday afternoon.

I like it.

It can only be the beginning of something kind of wonderful for our sweet town. 



Sunday, May 25, 2014

A Peep of Beauty


The other afternoon I was walking by the Hollister United Methodist Church on Fifth Street and noticed that the stained glass windows were slightly visible. Normally, you can't see them from the outside. The windows are stunning. Click here to get an idea of how they look from the inside.

Saturday, May 24, 2014

The Anza House in San Juan Bautista


The Anza House, or the Casa Juan de Anza, is one of the oldest buildings in the Third Street Historic District of San Juan Bautista. It was designated a Registered National Historical Landmark in 1970. The sign says it was built in 1799, but, according to this National Park Service article, the building was constructed in 1834.  Jose Tiburcio Castro, a Mexican official, built it for his residence.

Still, there could be truth in the sign. I've got it on my list to find out the story. I'm also curious as to how the building became known as the Anza House. Anyone know?

5/28 update: According to the research done by the current owner of the Anza House, the original construction date is 1799. Read the owner's comment below for more details. Thank you!

Friday, May 23, 2014

A Glimpse


Stroll along San Benito Street.
Glance up at the Veterans' Memorial Building,
A sighting of the moon.
~ Su-sieee! Mac

 

Thursday, May 22, 2014

A Gnarly Octopussy Tree


The trees in front of the old courthouse are definitely spindly and gnarly. I think it gives them character. This one makes me think of an octopus. What about you?



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