Mountain lion spotted near Santa Teresa
Gilroy – A young mountain lion visited a ranch off Day Road near Santa Teresa Boulevard Friday afternoon, hiding out in a tack room until police scared it away.
Residents of a ranch about a mile west of Santa Teresa spotted the mountain lion going into some horse’s stalls about 2pm and notified the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office, said Lt. Dale Unger.
Deputies discovered the cougar, described as about 50 pounds, in a tack room, curled up behind a garbage can. It was not disturbing the horses and appeared wary of the deputies, Unger said.
“It was in a defensive posture,” he said. “Every time we approached it, it would go and hide in a corner.”
The four deputies eventually scared it out of the tack room, and it ran toward an open hillside about a mile away, Unger said. The animal may live there, as a mother and two cubs have been spotted in the area, he said.
Due to the unaggressive nature of the mountain lion and the area in which it was found, it did not pose a threat to any humans or animals on the ranch.
“They’re still animals, but if they’re in a rural area and we can release it, that’s what we’ll do,” Unger said. “In this situation, scaring it off was the right thing to do.”
Redistricting initiative to be allowed on ballot
San Francisco – The California Supreme Court ruled Friday that Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s attempt to change the way the state’s legislative districts are drawn should be placed back on November’s special election ballot.
The ruling overturned an appellate court decision earlier this week that the initiative should remain off the ballot because of a wording dispute.
The governor’s measure, a centerpiece of his so-called “year of reform,” seeks to take away lawmakers’ power to redraw congressional and legislative districts in California. It would instead shift that responsibility to a panel of retired judges.
Summertime Tunes
Gilroy – The latest Summer Concert is on its way. Enjoy musical tunes for the whole family at the Christmas Hill Park Amphitheater every other Sunday from 5-7pm. Upcoming concerts include:
Aug. 14 – Los High Tops: Rockabilly
Aug. 28 – The Corvairs: ’50s and ’60s Rock/OldiesSummertime Tunes
Openings with symphony
Gilroy – The South Valley Symphony has announced openings in all string categories, namely violin, viola, cello and contrabass, when rehearsals resume for the orchestra’s 32nd season on Wednesday, Aug. 24 at 7:30pm at the band room B7, Ascension Solorsano Middle School, 7121 Grenache Way.
Openings also exist for trombone, oboe and percussion instrumentalists. Applicants should have had sufficient training in their respective category and be able to readily read and follow music tempos.
The symphony is a community orchestra and a class is offered by Gavilan College. There is no cost whatsoever to participate since all registration fees are paid for by the symphony’s board of directors. College credit is allowed for satisfactory attendance at rehearsals and concert participation. Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evening from 7:30 to 9:45pm.
Details from Mr. Al Navaroli at 408 842-3934.
A booming performance
Gilroy – Totally Rockin’ Temple of Boom! John Bisceglie mounts his largest show ever! Witness the transformation of a ten thousand square foot warehouse into an elaborate Egyptian temple, complete with swimming pools, waterfalls, hydraulic sets and a haunted tomb experience for you, the audience. Don’t miss this epic theater event featuring over 45 local actors. Performing now through Aug. 21. Thursday, Friday and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sunday matinees at 2pm. All tickets $11. Bleacher seating: Pillows and cushions welcome. (Limited chair seating will be available.) Performances held at Christopher Ranch, 305 Bloomfield Ave.
Reservations recommended: call our ticket hotline 607-4849. For more info, directions and photos, visit www.jbpresents.org.
Endless Summer Nights
Gilroy – A community fund-raiser classic car show and reception featuring a concert by Al Jardine, a founding member of The Beach Boys, as he make a guest appearance with the band, Live Action Heroes. Endless Summer Nights, sponsored by Leadership Gilroy Class 2005, will be held Saturday, Aug. 20, from 5 to 10pm at Bonfante Gardens Family Theme Park. Proceeds will go towards a music program for Mt. Madonna High School.
For tickets or information call 607-0701.
’80 reunion cancelled
Gilroy – The GHS 1980 class reunion planned for Aug. 20 has been cancelled. Refunds will be sent to those who have paid.
Details: Stephanie Chantler Williams at 842-6469,
Debra Havens Mercado at
847-2844, Mercy Cabera at472-0044 or Hector Gonzalez at 848-0402 or e-mail gh************@***oo.com.
