Be an active landlord
GILROY
– The Gilroy Police Department invites the public to a
landlord/property manager workshop Thursday, May 15, from 5:30 to
8:30 p.m. at the Gilroy Senior Center, 7371 Hanna St.
Be an active landlord
GILROY – The Gilroy Police Department invites the public to a landlord/property manager workshop Thursday, May 15, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Gilroy Senior Center, 7371 Hanna St. Workshop goals include:
• To alert rental housing landowners of their responsibility to provide and maintain safe, crime-free rentals.
• To provide information that will assist landowners and on-site property managers on how to effectively manage their properties.
• To educate landlords about the consequences of failing to address rental concerns.
• Opportunity for landlords to network with other Gilroy landowners and Gilroy agencies.
• Provide city resources.
• Enhance the quality of life in the Gilroy’s neighborhoods by improving a sense of community.
Speakers will address issues that contribute to the decline of property value and poor quality of life. Refreshments will be provided. The workshop is free. Details: 846-6372.
Hispanic Chamber mixer
GILROY – The Gilroy Hispanic Chamber of Commerce May mixer will take place on Thursday, May 15, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at The Historic Strand Theater, 7588 Monterey Road. Bring business cards, brochures and friends to share. Mixers are for promoting yourself and your business so come prepared to take advantage. Details: Dennis Gaxiola at 847-3078.
Public safety appreciation
GILROY – Bethany Community Church will host its first annual law enforcement/public safety appreciation day on Sunday, May 18, at 1 p.m. They want to recognize and honor the local firefighters, police officers and other public safety officers. The church is located at 8095 Kelton Drive. Details: 842-9445.
Summer theater is groovy
GILROY – Room is still available for children to participate in STAR 2003. “Groovy,” is an amazing musical comedy tribute to the ’60s, which will be directed by Pepe Espinosa. This fun filled summer program is presented by the Gavilan College Theatre Arts program for young people ages 8 to 15.
Come and participate Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Partial scholarships are still available for Session 2. Session 1 runs from June 23 to July 19 and costs $510, and session 2 is scheduled for July 22 to Aug. 9 and costs $435. Details: To register, call Gavilan Community Education at
847-2514.
Moonlit paddle
MORGAN HILL – Discover local history and wildlife with park staff on a late night tour of Uvas Reservoir on Thursday, May 15. Meet at the reservoir launch ramp at 7:15 p.m. with your kayak/canoe, life jacket and glow stick. For reservations, call 846-8902.
There will also be a Waterfall Hike at Uvas Park from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 17. Join a park ranger on a hike to the waterfalls of Uvas Canyon. Explore wildlife and plants along the way. Meet at the day-use parking lot. There will be a $4 vehicle entry fee. Wear hiking shoes and bring water. Details: 779-9232.
MHPD station for sale?
MORGAN HILL – The Morgan Hill Police Facility, a prime downtown commercial site, may soon become available for sale or lease.
In anticipation of a potential move by the Police Department – which could occur as soon as late 2004 – the Morgan Hill Redevelopment Agency is initiating an informal process, “Request for Statements of Interest” to find parties interested in purchasing or leasing the existing site and converting it to retail, food, entertainment or mixed-uses.
The property is located at the northwest corner of Monterey Road and West Main Avenue. Its location and three-quarter-acre size make it a “gateway” to the downtown, and can dramatically influence the character and flavor of the downtown district.
The city is negotiating the purchase of a vacant industrial building at 16200 Vineyard Blvd., north of Tennant Avenue. Details or packets: Bill Newkirk at 776-7373.
Grr-lic dog walk
GILROY – The Gilroy Grr-lic Dog Walk in the Park will be held on Sunday, May 18, from 9 a.m. to noon at Christmas Hill Park. There is a $10 donation per pet. There will be photos, prizes, T-shirts, a look-alike contest and more. Proceeds benefit the San Martin Animal Shelter. Walkers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Details: ve*@gi****.com or
842-9348.
Donate goods for sale
SAN MARTIN – Friends of San Martin Animal Shelter is planning its second annual rummage sale for June 28. Tax-deductible donations to benefit homeless pets can be dropped off at the San Martin Shelter, 12370 Murphy Ave., San Martin. Details: 683-4186.
Spring has sprung at Coe
MORGAN HILL – Visit Henry Coe Park for a weekend of outdoor adventures. On Saturday, May 17, at 10 a.m., Join Libby Vincent and Heather Ambler for a hiker’s choice hike (moderate to strenuous, depending on the desires of those who show up). Bring lunch and lots of water.
Another program will begin at 10 a.m. Mike Meyer will take you out into the backcountry and help you learn how to interact with nature as American Indians did. Learn how to see more and hear more when out in the wild. Mike will teach stalking techniques for moving undetected in wildlife areas. Plan to spent three to four hours in the park. Bring snacks and water. Pack a lunch also if you’d like to have a picnic in the backcountry after the program.
The evening program, natural history of Coe Park, will begin at 8 p.m. Winslow Briggs will give a tantalizing preview of the wonders you’ll find in the Coe backcountry.
On Sunday, May 18, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. there will be wildflower walks. Programs, unless otherwise noted, depart from the Visitor Center at park headquarters. Details: www.coepark.org or 779-2728.
A hot spring party
MORGAN HILL – Time is getting short to secure tickets to a major spring event planned for Saturday, May 31. The entertainment-rich event includes dining and dancing at CordeValle Country Club and is designed to improve Morgan Hill’s dwindling medical service situation.
Trying to top December’s successful Mayor’s Ball, a group of Morgan Hill and San Martin citizens is arranging the benefit to raise up to $75,000. The funds will allow the Morgan Hill Community Health Foundation access to a similar amount set aside by the City Council for recruiting phys-icians, health labs and acute care facility back to town.
Mayor Dennis Kennedy and Councilwoman Hedy Chang are leading the event.
“I hope many business owners will come to the event,” said Chang. “Not only because we need to sell all the tickets but because they will have a good time and make contact with some very good people.”
Black tie is optional.
Tickets are $200 each. Guests may reserve a table for friends or ask to sit with other friends. Tickets: Sharon Hamilton, 779-6504.
The magic of the arts
MORGAN HILL – The Recreation and Community Services Division, Police Department and First Five Santa Clara County are teaming up to bring a day of art and safety to families with children ages infant to 11 years. Art ala Carte and the Children’s Safety Faire will be held at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center on Saturday, May 17, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The theme of this fourth annual Art ala Carte is “The Magic of the Arts” and will be kicked off with “Magic Mike’s Funhouse Shows” in the Community Playhouse at 10:30 a.m. with a repeat performance at 2:30 p.m. The “Magic of the Arts” creative art workshops and the Children’s Safety Faire activities will start at 11 a.m. There will be at least 15 different hands-on art projects to express creativity and several safety activities to explore and collect valuable information including face painting, balloon animals, ceramics, expressions in paint, magic flower magnets and more.
Admission is free and seating is limited. Details:
782-0008.
John Birch Youth Camp
GILROY – The John Birth Society is sponsoring an American Heritage camp at Huntington Lake in the Sierra, 70 miles east of Fresno, June 22 to 28 for ages 13 and a half to 19. Classes in American heritage, the Constitution, free enterprise, traditional values and “the forces that are undermining” are combined with campfires, ball games, swimming, skits and wholesome fun. For more information on 75 percent scholarships, call
847-8746. The deadline to register is May 17 for scholarships.
Volunteer for creek cleanup
SANTA CLARA COUNTY – The Creek Connections Action Group is seeking volunteers this Saturday, May 17, to help clean up about 40 miles of creeks throughout Santa Clara County during the seventh annual National River Cleanup Day. Volunteers should report at 9 a.m. to any of one the 25 sites. Gilroy’s is Uvas Creek at Christmas Hill Park, 10th Street at Miller Avenue. Gather in the southeast parking lot. Participants are asked to wear long pants, sturdy shoes and sunscreen. Creek supplies and refreshments will be provided. Details: 265-2607, ext. 2238.
See ‘Ramayana’
MONTEREY – The Indian classic story, “Ramayana” is celebrating its 25th consecutive year of performance. Special $80 Dress Circle tickets include backstage tours, pre-show reception with hors d’oeuvres, intermission treats and the best seats in the house. $40 of each ticket price is a tax-deductible contribution to Mount Madonna School. Performances are Saturday, June 7 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, June 8 at 2 p.m. in the World Theater, Monterey Bay State University. Order tickets soon to ensure availability. Details: Beth Blosser
847-2717 ext. 473.
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