Come to Pacheco State Park from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday,
April 5 for the 5th Annual Wildflower Day.
Experts will be on hand to answer questions. There will be a
Wildflower Day Game and free craft tables as well.
A birding walk starts at 9:30 a.m., a wildflower hike will
depart at 10 a.m., and a Pacheco history walk will start at noon.
(Sign-ups for these are first-come-first-served the day of the
event.) Visitors can take a self-guided hike to a beautiful view of
San Luis Reservoir and the Central Valley. Come visit any time that
day to enjoy the flowers, information tables, and picnic area.
Lunch and beverages available from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The fee is the $5 state park day use fee per car.
Bring water (as no drinking water is available), layered
clothing, sunscreen or hat and sturdy footwear. Visitors may also
want food, binoculars, folding chairs, and cameras.
Details:
To have your event listed in the digest, heckerpasswinery.com.
‘Sounds for Silents’ coming
Return to the days of silent, black and white movies, when the clickety-clack of a projector was obscured by the sound of live piano music performed in semi-darkness.
Enjoy an evening of American history and entertainment with music inspired by the movies featuring pianist Candace Fazzio “accompanied by” Charles Chaplin as The Tramp. This 60- to 90-minute program mixes entertainment and erudition with lyrical 20th Century music by composers from the U.S. and other countries, a highlight of which will be the screening of Charles Chaplin’s 22-minute film, “The Tramp” with music by the “King of Ragtime,” Scott Joplin (as arranged and performed by Fazzio).
The program shows at 6 and 7:30 p.m. tonight at the Music Academy Studios (Corner of Fourth and Church streets, Gilroy). Contributions accepted.
RSVP required: 848-1064
Water group meets
Perchlorate Community Advisory Group meets from 2 to 4 p.m. today, at the San Martin Lion Club Hall. 12415 Murphy Ave., San Martin.
Applications available for 30th Annual Gilroy Garlic Festival Queen Pageant
The Gilroy Garlic Festival Association is seeking contestants for the 30th Annual Miss Gilroy Garlic Festival Queen Pageant. Contestant applications are available at the Garlic Festival office, 7473 Monterey St.
Miss Gilroy Garlic Festival Queen Pageant is a scholarship pageant. Contestants are judged on personal interview, speech, talent and evening gown. In addition to the selection of Miss Gilroy Garlic Festival Queen, scholarships will be awarded to many pageant contestants.
Applicants must be:
A resident of Gilroy, San Martin, Morgan Hill, Hollister, San Juan Bautista or Aromas;
A single female who has never been married and has no children;
A high school graduate by June 2008;
Between the ages of 18 and 24 as of July 2008.
Deadline to submit a completed application is 4:30 p.m. today.
The Miss Gilroy Garlic Festival Pageant is scheduled for 2 p.m. Sunday, May 18, 2008, at the Gavilan College Theater.
Details: 842-1625.
Walk across the tracks
Discover the charm of Gilroy’s East Side Saturday, April 5 when members of the Gilroy Historical Society lead a walking tour of Railroad and Alexander streets. The roots in the heart of “old Gilroy” are sprouting new leaves.
Meet at the Gilroy Museum at 10 a.m.
Reservations for the free tour are requested by calling the museum at 846-0446.
Soloist comes to St. Stephens
Relax and enjoy the musical offerings of Christian artist Bob Thomas, who will appear at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 5, at St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 651 Broadway Ave.
Details: 842-4415.
Planning Commission retreat slated
The Gilroy Planning Commission will meet to discuss issues of importance at a retreat scheduled for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 5 at the Willey House, 140 W. Fifth St.
Celebrate Wildflower Day at Pacheco Park
Come to Pacheco State Park from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 5 for the 5th Annual Wildflower Day.
Experts will be on hand to answer questions. There will be a Wildflower Day Game and free craft tables as well.
A birding walk starts at 9:30 a.m., a wildflower hike will depart at 10 a.m., and a Pacheco history walk will start at noon. (Sign-ups for these are first-come-first-served the day of the event.) Visitors can take a self-guided hike to a beautiful view of San Luis Reservoir and the Central Valley. Come visit any time that day to enjoy the flowers, information tables, and picnic area. Lunch and beverages available from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The fee is the $5 state park day use fee per car.
Bring water (as no drinking water is available), layered clothing, sunscreen or hat and sturdy footwear. Visitors may also want food, binoculars, folding chairs, and cameras.
Details: www.BeADonor.com. Code to schedule an appointment is Gilroy.
‘Pinocchio’ comes to South Valley
South Valley Civic Theatre’s Children’s Musical “Pinocchio” opens at 8 p.m. Friday, April 11, at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse.
The performances will continue Friday and Saturday evenings through May 3 and Sunday matinee performances at 2 p.m. April 20 and 27. The show features local youths ages 7 through 13.
Tickets are $18 general and $14 students and seniors, and may be purchased online at www.svct.org
MMS announces kids ecohero awards
There are a lot of environmental heroes who make a positive difference, and Mount Madonna School will recognize them – through its Kids EcoHero Awards – at the upcoming 2nd Annual Festival for the Environment from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 12.
All are invited to attend this free festival; teachers or businesses interested in participating, sponsoring or hosting a table should contact Lara at (408) 847-2717, ext 232.
The mission is to bring together the Mount Madonna School community and the greater community in a festive atmosphere every year to raise awareness of environmental issues, share knowledge, and promote positive action that protects and enhances quality of life.
Festivities will include green businesses, renewable energy, organic foods, eco-fashions, recycled art gallery, green building, live music, a kid zone, tea garden, community networking, student displays, learning expo and the award presentation.
Details: www.cnps-scv.org, email cn******@***oo.com, or (650) 941-1068.
Flower sales aids Gilroy Rotary
The annual Gilroy Rotary Flower Sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 12.
Every spring since 1965, Goldsmith Seeds holds the Spring Trials, where hundred of new plants are introduced to the nursery and greenhouse industry and thousands are on display. As the company grew, so too did the event. In the beginning, family and friends would take home the plants after the Spring Trials. But, as the event grew, so did the number of plants.
About 22 years ago, Glenn and Joel Goldsmith and the leaders of Gilroy Rotary arrived at an idea, and the flower sale was born. Since it’s inception, tens of thousands of dollars has been raised to help support the ongoing need of service providers, schools and nonprofits in the community
There will be new and improved annuals of all shapes and sizes on sale after the trials.
Details: visit www.southvalleywineauction.org.
Details: Sharon Stoner at 838-8719.
Gav presents fine art display
Gavilan College Fine Arts Gallery presents Art Is Essential: The Pajaro Valley Arts Council Member Artists Invitational. Come and enjoy the variety of paintings, sculptures and ceramics now on display at the gallery in the Gavilan College Library, 5055 Santa Teresa Boulevard.
The exhibit is on display from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday. The free exhibit is closed Saturday and Sunday. It runs through May 9. An opening reception will be held at 6:30 p.m. April 17.
Details: 848-4724.
Presentation fashion show this month
Preparations for the 42nd Annual Presentation High School Scholarship Benefit Fashion Show are in full swing. The show features members of Presentation High School’s Class of 2008, faculty, parents, board members, alumnae and senior boys from area high schools.
The show features the latest fashions from top name area retailers, and will also include performances by the Presentation Dance Team and Girls Choir. The theme this year, Bloom, is a tribute to the passion and potential of the students of Presentation.
The show raises money to provide financial aid for students attending the all-female Catholic high school, located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose. Last year’s show contributed $151,000 to the school’s scholarship fund.
The Friday April 18 takes place at the Santa Clara Marriott’s California Ballroom. The luncheon show begins at 11:30 a.m. and tickets are $95 per person. Dinner festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. and tickets are $165 per person, which includes dancing to sounds provided by C D Boys.
Details: 264-5110 ext. 2428 or visit the school’s Fashion Show Web site, gilroyrotary.org. Applications must be returned to the Gilroy Rotary Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 1912, Gilroy, CA 95021 by April 25.
Details: (408) 842-2684
Who’s Your Hero? American Red Cross Santa Clara Valley Seeks Nominations for Local Real Heroes Award Breakfast
American Red Cross Santa Clara Valley Chapter is calling on Silicon Valley residents, companies and organizations to nominate individuals, who reside or work in Santa Clara County and whose extraordinary acts of courage or kindness make them a hero to be honored at the 2nd Annual Santa Clara Valley Real Heroes Breakfast on Wednesday, May 21, 2008 at the Doubletree Hotel in San Jose.
“A hero can be someone who bravely acts in a time of immediate need or someone who simply lives his or her life in a way that shows they care for those around them. Real heroes are ordinary people whose actions demonstrate the potential that is in all of us. If someone is a hero in your eyes, I encourage you to nominate them'” says Honorary Event Chair, Peter Hero, a senior advisor to the CEO of Silicon Valley Community Foundation.
Nominations for the heroics act of local residents that took place between January 1, 2006 and December 31, 2007 for the following categories:
Animal Rescue Hero – An animal that has protected a human or another animal in a time of need, or a person who has rescued an animal from a traumatic situation.
Education Hero – An adult or youth who used life-saving skills to save or attempt to save the life or lives of others in a school or other educational setting.
Good Samaritan – Adult (21 years old and up) – An adult who used life-saving skills to save or attempt to save the life or lives of others.
Good Samaritan – Youth (Under the age of 21) – A youth who used life-saving skills to save or attempt to save the life or lives of others.
Law Enforcement Hero – A professional law enforcement officer (Sheriff, Police, FBI, Highway Patrol, etc…) whose life-saving action went beyond the scope of their job to help another in critical need.
Medical Professional Hero – A medical professional (doctors, nurses, EMT/paramedics, hospital/clinic staff, etc…) whose life-saving action went beyond the scope of their job to help another in critical need.
Military Hero – A member of the armed forces (active, reserve, retired, commissioned or non-commissioned) whose life-saving action during active duty status went beyond the scope of their job to help another in critical need.
Professional Rescuer Hero – A professional rescuer (firefighter, lifeguard, etc…) whose life-saving action went beyond the scope of their job to help another in critical need.
Workplace Hero – An individual who used life-saving skills to save or attempt to save the life or lives of others at his or her place of employment or on a job site.
Real Hero Award recipients will be chosen by a selection committee of leading members of the Silicon Valley community. Heroes are selected based on the degree to which their acts of heroism uphold the values of the American Red Cross and leave a lasting and positive impact on the residents of Silicon Valley. All nominees must work or reside in the Santa Clara County; the heroic acts may have occurred elsewhere. Self-nominations are not permitted. All nominations will be subject to further verification and validation. All nominee information will be shared with the Heroes selection committee and the general public with a two-minute biographical video.
Nominations for Real Heroes Awards can now be submitted to the American Red Cross Santa Clara Valley Chapter online at www.gilroyscouting.org
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Brain Injury Support
The Brain Injury Support Group meets from 6 to 8 p.m. every second and fourth Thursday of the month at Poblanita Restaurant, 313 Third St. in San Juan Bautista. Anyone who has had a brain injury, stroke or aneurysm is welcome to attend, along with caregivers, family and friends.
Details: Maggie at 623-9271.
Ongoing Events
Thursdays
Narateen meeting in Gilroy
For the children of families and friends of addicts 13 to 20, narateen meetings take place from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, at First Baptist Church, 8455 Wren Ave., Room 202
Details: 836-7549, or ir***********@***oo.com
Conservative Republicans discuss politics
Conservative Republicans and others are invited to attend the monthly
meeting of the California Republican Assembly the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. Please RSVP for location and directions. The objective of the local CRA chapter is to raise political sophistication and keep abreast of politics in the state and the country.
Details: 327-6451.
