‘American Ideal’ opens
GILROY
– John Bisceglie’s newest musical, ‘American Ideal,’ opens
production on Friday, Jan. 24 at Old City Hall in Gilroy. The
performance runs Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at
2 p.m. through Feb. 16 with two bonus Sunday shows at 6 p.m. on
Feb. 9 and 16. All seats are $10. There is lim
ited seating, and reservations are strongly recommended.
Details:
846-8836.
Discover the arts
GILROY – Community Services is offering a combined beginning and intermediate level art workshop for children ages 7 to 12 years old. The workshop will include instruction in pencil, pen and ink, color pencils, watercolor pencils and felt pens. Four different media and basic techniques are taught using a sketchbook format. All supplies are provided by instructor JoAnne Robinson.
Robinson is a local artist who has been painting, drawing and creating for more than 20 years. She has sold many commissioned and original designs and has won numerous awards for her art. Her works are currently on display at Gallery Morgan Hill and Solis Winery in Gilroy.
Workshops will be Wednesdays, Jan. 22 and Feb. 12 from 3:15 to 5:15 p.m. at the Willey Cultural Center. The workshop fee is $85 ($90 for nonresidents). Register at Gilroy Community Services Department, 7351 Rosanna Street, before 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 21. For more information, call Cathy Mirelez, at 846-0460.
Which computer class is right for you?
GILROY – If you want to take a computer class, but are not sure which one to take, this workshop can help you decide. Faculty will review the schedule of classes and help you decide among different courses as well as certificate and degree programs. The workshop will be Monday, Jan. 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Gavilan College Morgan Hill, at the Morgan Hill Community Center (17060 Monterey Road). For more information, call
782-2873 or e-mail cs**@ga*****.edu.
Called to serve?
GILROY – Is one of your loved ones being deployed to the Persian Gulf in preparation for a possible war as tensions continue to rise between the United States and Iraq? The Dispatch would like to know. Call Jodi Engle at
842-6400 ext. 272.
Going to the game in style
MORGAN HILL – Kevin Murray, of Morgan Hill, will leave for the big game in style thanks to local Ace Hardware store, Johnson Lumber Company.
Murray was selected as the grand-prize winner of the Ace Hardware John Madden Fall Football Frenzy contest and won an all-expenses-paid trip to San Diego to attend the big pro championship football game Jan. 26 and meet John Madden, longtime Ace Hardware spokesman and former NFL coach. Murray’s entry was chosen from more than 50,000 entries received.
The tailgate send-off party will take place from noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday at Johnson Lumber Company at 600 Tennant Ave. in Morgan Hill. The store will present Murray with an autographed John Madden football and officially send him off as he, along with his wife and daughter, embark on the trip to San Diego.
apply for a grant
GILROY – The Gilroy Assistance League is accepting grant requests for 2003. Last year, GALS gave out over $9,000 to various local youth causes, including Brownell Academy Music Department, Gilroy Community Youth Center, GHS Grad Night and St. Joseph’s Family Center.
Grant requests should be a written letter requesting a specific amount of money and what it will be used for. Mail requests to Paula Goldsmith, 8321 Peppergrass Ct., Gilroy, CA 95020. Requests must be received by Feb. 24 or they will not be considered. Details: 847-1129.
Learn to draw
GILROY – The City of Gilroy Adult Program introduces an exciting new art class focusing on the versatile medium of colored pencils. The class will meet on Thursday evenings, Feb. 6 through March 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. The beauty of colored pencils is that even though it is a simple medium, it is one that can be applied, blended and manipulated in a variety of ways to create beautiful and imaginative compositions of any subject matter that interests you.
A supply list can be obtained from the Community Services office. The class fee is $76 (non-resident $81). For more information call
846-0460.
Color Pencil Workshop
GILROY – The City of Gilroy Adult Program introduces an exciting new art class focusing on the versatile medium of colored pencils. The class will meet on Thursday evenings, Feb. 6 through March 6, from 7 to 9 p.m. The beauty of colored pencils is that even though it is a simple medium, it is one that can be applied, blended and manipulated in a variety of ways to create beautiful and imaginative compositions of any subject matter that interests you. A supply list can be obtained from the Community Services office. The class fee is $76 (non-resident $81). For more information call 846-0460.
New Business Seminar
GILROY – Learn how to get started the right way at Gavilan College Small Business Center’s seminar on starting your own business. The class will be held Tuesday, Feb. 4 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Gavilan College SBDC office’s new location at the Dry Creek Village Center, 8351 Church St., Building E. The cost of this workshop is $20. Registration is required. Details: 847-0373.
Artists who teach on exhibit
GILROY – Creative Catalyst is an exhibition currently on display at the Gavilan College Gallery, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd., featuring artwork by art educators from Gavilan College and local high schools. Artists exhibiting artwork are Dan Dwyer, Jane Edberg, KC Gonzalez, Jack Johnson, Arthur Juncker, Tim Kelly, Jacqueline Kurtt, Jane Rekedal, Sylvia Rios, Moisés Roizen, Louise Roy and Arturo “r2row” Rosette. Artworks include ceramics, photography, drawings, paintings, fabric, murals, wood and mixed media. The exhibition is on display now through Jan. 25. Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed on Saturday and Sunday. Admission is free and open to the public. On-campus parking is 75 cents. For more information, contact r2row at 846-4974.
Love to read?
GILROY – The Gilroy Library Book Club meets in the Library’s Community Room the last Tuesday of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. New members are always welcome. The book selection for the Jan. 28 meeting is “Breaking Through” by Francisco Jimenez. Details: 842-8208.
Gilroy throw blankets
GILROY – The Gilroy Assistance League is now selling “Historic Gilroy” throw blankets to raise funds for local youth charities. These throws sell for $60. Details: Rose Farotte at 842-2432 or Edith Eddie at 842-6945.
Gala Auction and Dinner
GILROY – Pacific West Christian Academy will hold its sixth annual Spring Gala Auction and Dinner on March 15. The event will be held at San Juan Oaks country Club in San Juan Bautista.
The school has recently purchased 2 acres in Gilroy with the goal of moving within three years, and needs help to make the move a success. Local businesses are encouraged to donate items for the Gala Auction. Details: 847-7922.
NEWS ITEMS: Please fax local news items to City Editor Jodi Engle at 842-2206, e-mail to ed****@ga****.com or mail to 6400 Monterey St., Gilroy.
