Discuss ‘Fahrenheit 451’
GILROY
– Ray Bradbury’s timely book about censorship and book burning
is the 2004 Silicon Valley Reads – One Book One Community Reads –
choice for February.
Discuss ‘Fahrenheit 451’
GILROY – Ray Bradbury’s timely book about censorship and book burning is the 2004 Silicon Valley Reads – One Book One Community Reads – choice for February.
Everyone reads, then discusses the same book. In Gilroy, the public discussion will take place at 7 p.m. at the Gilroy Library, 7387 Rosanna St. Details: www.siliconvalleyreads.com
In 2003, the Silicon Valley Reads choice, “Breaking Away,” drew dozens of children, parents, teachers and the general public. Organizers hope that the subject of Bradbury’s short book will resonate with the public and provide much to talk about.
Don’t miss this deadline
GILROY – The Gilroy Assistance League (GALS) is requesting applications for grants for the year 2004. Grants are awarded to activities that support Gilroy youth programs. Send your application letter requesting a specific amount of money with a short description of how the money will be used. Requests must be mailed today. Mail to GALS, 7477 Eigleberry St., Gilroy, CA 95020. Details: 842-8251.
Mix it up with Leads
GILROY – The Leads Club of South County will hold a networking mixer on Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., hosted by Marty Wall and Everything Family Magazine, at J.R. Brewski Restaurant, 8080 Santa Teresa Blvd., suite 100. Professionals are invited to bring business cards for networking and to learn more about the value of this nationwide referral-based marketing organization. Free refreshments.
Brownell parents meet
GILROY – The Brownell Parent Club will hold their next meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m. in the Brownell library. Details: Terri Lindseth at 848-5051.
Sons in Retirement
GILROY – Sons In Retirement will host a demonstration of Touch Screen Voting given by a representative of the Registrar of Voters Office at its regular meeting at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 26. The meeting will be at the Elks Lodge, 2765 Hecker Pass Road. Details: Dwayne at 779-6624.
Tryout for play
GILROY – The South Valley Civic Theatre will be holding open auditions for their upcoming production “Guys and Dolls” on Friday, Feb. 27 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 28 and Sunday, Feb. 29 at 1:30 p.m., at the SVCT Warehouse, 8565 Monterey Road. Performers ages 16 and up are invited to sing a song of their choice and show their dancing and acting skills at a chance to participate in this play. To schedule an audition appointment, call 683-2817. Details: www.svct.org.
Refresh your driving
GILROY – The AARP 55 Alive Driver Safety Program will be offered on Saturday, Feb. 28. This one-day classroom refresher for motorists 50 and older will familiarize participants with driver safety, new DMV tests and laws. Three-year DMV certificates will be awarded for discounts on auto insurance upon completion of the program. No tests will be given. Space is limited so reserve your place in advance. Location of the class will be given upon registration. For details, call 779-7117 between 1 and 6 p.m.
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