Park fees increase
CALIFORNIA
– California State Parks will begin increasing the price of
annual passes in graduated amounts as of today. The increase is
part of an effort to offset budget reductions.
Park fees increase
CALIFORNIA – California State Parks will begin increasing the price of annual passes in graduated amounts as of today. The increase is part of an effort to offset budget reductions. Without the increase, it is estimated that more than 100 State Parks would have to be closed for lack of funding. The schedule for the graduated increase is as follows:
• Beginning April 15, passes will be sold at $110 each.
• Beginning May 1, passes will be sold at $115 each.
• Beginning June 1, passes will be sold at $120 each.
• Beginning July 1, passes will be sold at the full amount of $125 each.
Market with confidence
GILROY – The Gavilan Small Business Development Center will present “Small Business Marketing” on Wednesday, April 21, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Gavilan SBDC offices located at 8351 Church St., building E.
The class is an overview of basic marketing strategies. The instructor will discuss creating a plan to successfully market your business products or services. Cost is only $20, payable in advance or at the door. Due to limited space, pre-register at 847-0373.
Serve customers right
GILROY – The Gavilan Small Business Development Center will present “Customer Service” on Wednesday, April 21 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Gavilan SBDC offices located at 8351 Church Street, Bldg. E.
Learn why customer service skills are so important, the keys to quality service and the 10 deadly ”sins” of customer service. Gain the tools to deal with challenging customers and good customer service strategies and much, much more. Only $20, payable in advance or at the door. Due to limited space pre-register at 847-0373.
Dinner with the ducks
GILROY – The 27th annual “Gilroy Ducks Unlimited Dinner” will be held on Friday, April 23, at the Historic Strand Theatre, 7588 Monterey St. Cocktails will be served from 6 to 7:30 p.m., with dinner and a raffle following. Auction begins at 8:30 p.m. Details: 847-4682.
Tee it up, help St. Mary
and St. Joseph’s
GILROY – Golfers eager for a spring scramble that supports a good local cause can sign up now for the annual St. Mary Golf Day slated for Eagle Ridge Golf Course on Friday, April 23. Tee off is at 11 a.m. for the four-person team tournament that benefits St. Mary Parish and the St. Joseph’s Family Center. Included in the $200 entry fee: Golf, cart, shirt, lunch, cigars, tee prizes and dinner in the clubhouse. For more information and to get a sign-up sheet call 847-5151. Dinner guests at $50 each are also welcome. Cocktails begin at 5 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m. The auction will feature sports memorabilia from former 49er greats like Jerry Rice and items signed by members of the San Jose Sharks.
Entertainers needed
GILROY – Live Oak Adult Day Services, 651 W. Sixth St., is in need of volunteers on a one-time or regular basis who can share their talents with the elderly at the center. Come and sing, play the piano, share vacation slides or a pet, or tell stories or jokes. All ages are welcome to share their time and talents. Details: 847-5491.
Be in the write group
GILROY – Join the Gilroy Writing Project every third Saturday of each month from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Gilroy Library. Experienced writers from print, broadcast and other media will share tips and anecdotes on the writing life. Tea and coffee are provided. Potluck donations such as cookies and other refreshments are appreciated. Details: Denise Julia at 842-0489 ext. 3413.
Resumes always accepted
GILROY – The City of Gilroy Human Resources Division is constantly accepting applications for part-time positions for their programs in their Parks and Recreation Division. Program areas include: Adult and Youth Sports, Senior Center, Preschool, Aquatics and Special Classes. Details: 846-0228.
Explore Henry Coe
MORGAN HILL – Henry Coe Park, will offer spring programs this weekend. On Saturday, April 17, “Strangers in Paradise,” a historic hike, will start at 10 a.m. Join Rick Leonard and Bud O’Hare for an easy walk while learning about the ranch buildings and the early strangers who lived there.
At 8 p.m., the evening program, ”The Birds of Coe Park” will be presented by Barbara Bessey and Kevin Gilmartin. Learn how to identify the birds of Coe Park by sight and sound.
On Sunday, April 18, “Wildflower Walks” will be held at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., starting from the Visitor Center. Details: 779-2728 or visit www.coepark.org.
Wildflower hikes
LOS BANOS – The public is invited to Pacheco State Park on weekends in April for a springtime hike. Join park naturalist Jennifer Morgan at 10 a.m. for a two-hour hike to view this year’s wildflower display while celebrating Pacheco State Park’s seventh anniversary. No reservations are needed. Pacheco State Park is at the top of historic Pacheco Pass: Take the Dinosaur Point Road Exit off of Highway 152 and follow the signs. The hike includes many stops to discuss the Native American and pioneer uses of the plants found, as well as local history. Be sure to bring waterproof hiking boots, layered clothing, hat, sunscreen and water.
The only fee is the $4 state park day use fee per car, which enables you to visit other state parks that same day after your hike.
Time to throw it out
GILROY – During the week of April 19 through 23, Gilroy residents can set out seven additional 32-gallon cans/bags of garbage on their regular garbage pickup day. Residents may also drop off two bulky items for free at San Martin Transfer Station, 14070 Llagas Ave., until July 31. Bring the original copy of your April billing statement to show you are a Gilroy resident. A fee of $22 will be charged for appliances containing Freon, such as refrigerators and freezers.
News items: Please fax local news items to City Editor Robert Airoldi at 842-2206, e-mail to ed****@****ic.com or mail to 6400 Monterey St., Gilroy, 95020.
