SCVWS hires assistant operating officer
San Jose
– Ann Draper, a seasoned administrator with more than 20 years
of planning and managerial experience, has been named assistant
operating officer for Watersheds at the Santa Clara Valley Water
District, Santa Clara County’s water resource management
agency.
SCVWS hires assistant operating officer
San Jose – Ann Draper, a seasoned administrator with more than 20 years of planning and managerial experience, has been named assistant operating officer for Watersheds at the Santa Clara Valley Water District, Santa Clara County’s water resource management agency.
Draper is overseeing watershed development, habitat conservation and riparian restoration plans throughout Santa Clara County.
“I believe that a critical factor for the health and economic well-being of the county is water and, at its foundation, an adequate and clean supply of water,” said Draper.
Draper said she looks forward to working with the community to ensure a thriving Santa Clara County, now and in the future.
“Ann’s planning background is a great asset to the Water District and will help us ensure that future and ongoing projects are sensitive to the environment, wildlife and communities in Santa Clara County,” said Jim Fiedler, Watersheds chief operating officer.
Prior to joining the Water District, Draper was planning director for the Santa Clara County Planning Office, supervising long-range policy planning and implementing strategies, including land-use and zoning administrative functions.
In addition to her five years with the planning office, Draper’s extensive experience includes 10 years with the City of Sunnyvale, 10 years with the City of Fremont, and three years with the City of Santa Clara.
Draper earned a bachelor’s degree in geography with a minor in environmental studies from the University of California-Santa Barbara, and a master’s degree in urban planning from San Jose State University.
Gilroy Marching Band needs help
Gilroy – The Gilroy High Band Boosters have spent many long hours creating the “Ultimate marching band and colorguard band show.”
They are solely responsible for their budget and receive no funds from the school.
Therefore, they are soliciting donations for production costs and appreciate any amount, however, with a minimum donation of $30, they can promote your company/organization with a business card size advertisement in the Oct. 23 Gilroy High School Marching Band & Colorguard program.
Send donations to: Gilroy Band Boosters PO Box 2123, Gilroy, CA 95021.
Deadline for ACT assessment tests
Gilroy – College-bound high school students can take the ACT Assessment on Dec. 11, the next national test date. The deadline for postmark registration is Nov. 5.
The late registration deadline is Nov. 18, but requires an additional $15 late fee. The test fee is $28. Students can get registration forms from their guidance counselor or online at www.actstudent.org.
ACT scores are accepted by virtually all colleges in the nation, including Ivy League schools. Students can find the closest testing location on ACT’s Web site.
The ACT is based on achievement, not aptitude and includes English, reading, mathmatics and science. In February, 2005 an optional writing test will also be offered to students for colleges which require it. It takes three hours to complete.
Sample questions and inexpensive practice tests can also be found on ACT’s Web site.
Learn to become a successful homebuyer
Gilroy – The City of Gilroy presents “Becoming A Successful First-Time Homebuyer” on Saturday, Nov. 6, from 8:30am to 3pm at the Gilroy Senior Center, 7371 Hanna St., in the meeting room.
Learn the essentials of becoming a homeowner, including understanding the overall process, assessing your financial qualifications, creating a realistic budget, making an offer and sealing the deal, and much more. Lunch will be provided.
The workshop is free but reservations are required as space is limited.
Completion of the program results in a “Fannie Mae” certificate.
To enroll or for details call Sandra Nava at 846-0290 or e-mail to sn***@**********ca.us.
Full Moon Madness at Henry Coe Park
Morgan Hill – Join Henry Coe park for a fun evening under the sars with “Full Moon Madness” from 6 to 9pm on Oct. 30; Nov. 27 and Dec. 26. Live music, moonlight redwood grove walks, crafts, astronomy and more.
Explore things that go bump in the night
Gilroy – On Saturday, Oct. 30 at 2pm Gilroy Library’s Ancestral Voices Lecture series invites you to explore things that rattle, cry, and go bump in the night, during a talk entitled “Spoof or Proof: Paranormal Activity in Santa Clara County.”
Speaker, Gloria Young, is the author of “There are no Ghosts in Santa Clara County,” and the lead investigator for Ghost Trackers, a local paranormal investigative team who have explored unexplained activities in Tombstone Arizona, Bernal Ranch, Donner Memorial Park, Alcatraz, Mission Santa Clara, Westwood Cemetery in Hollywood, and other historical locations.
The presentation will include slides and visual records of Ghost Trackers investigations and discoveries.
This program is free and open to all. Children under12 must be accompanied by a parent.
Details: Dennise Julia at the library: 842-8208, ext. 3413, or dj****@************ov.org.
Taste the news in red wines at Guglielmo
Morgan Hill – Guglielmo Winery is hosting a “Cork Equity Sneak Preview” on Oct. 30 and 31, and Nov. 6 and 7, from 10am to 5pm both weekends.
Don’t miss this two-weekend opportunity to taste the newest Cavalcade Cellar Red wine.
Just drop by the Tasting Room and ask for a taste.
Those unable to attend may also place a pre-paid order anytime before the event and Guglielmo will fill and hold the bottles for pick-up.
Gallopin’ Goblin Poker Ride in San Martin
San Martin – The San Martin Horsemen’s Association’s Gallopin’ Goblin Poker Ride is open to all., Sunday, Oct. 31, Calero Park, 8:30am registration, 10am ride-out, lunch and prizes.
Cost is $15 SMHA adult (Additional $5 for non-SMHA members), $10 child.
Wear a costume.
Details: sm**@****ic.com; Joan 842-5570, Chere 683-2247, Kitty 842-6215.
Halloween happening at St. Mary School
Gilroy – On Friday, Oct. 31, St. Mary’s School will host a Halloween Happening.
Students may come in costume to school that day and will enjoy games and activities planned by each class on the grounds from 1 to 3pm.
Admission to the event is one bag of candy from each student.
Get ready to audition for SVCT’s HONK!
Gilroy – South Valley Civic Theatre is holding auditions for HONK! a musical based on the story of the Ugly Duckling.
If you’d like to audition, please prepare a song to sing and wear clothes you can dance in.
Ages 8 through adult are welcome Nov. 6, 10am and 2pm and Nov. 7 at 2pm.
Auditions take place at the SVCT warehouse behind Kelly Moore Paints at 8565 Monterey Road, Gilroy.
Show dates are Jan. 28, 29, Feb. 4, 5, 6 (matinee), 11, 12, 13 (matinee), 18, 19
Details: 686-0552 or 847-4971.
Amateur photography contest
Gilroy – The International Library of Photography is holding their “International Open Amateur Photography Contest.” More than $60,000 will be awarded in more than 1,300 prizes.
Entry is free.
To enter, send one photograph in one of the following categories: People, Travel, Pets, Children, Sports, Nature, Action, Humor, Portraiture or Other.
The photo must be an unmounted black-and-white or color print 8×10 inches or smaller.
All entries must include the category, title of photo and photographer’s name and address on the back.
Send photos to The International Library of Photography, suite 101-3941, 3600 Crondall Lane, Owings Mills, MD 21117 or enter online at www.picture.com. Deadline to enter is Nov. 30.
Send news items to City Editor Robert Airoldi. FAX to 842-2206, mail to Gilroy Dispatch, 6400 Monterey St., Gilroy, CA 95020, or e-mail ed****@****ic.com
