‘Totally Rockin’
is back
Gilroy – Return to Egypt as John Bisceglie presents his latest musical adventure. This sequel to “Totally Rockin’ Temple of Boom” will once again allow you to discover an elaborate Egyptian temple, built inside a 10,000-square-foot warehouse. Don’t miss this epic theater event featuring 50 local actors. Performances are Thursdays through Sundays, until Aug. 20 at 7:30pm.
All tickets are $12. Bleacher seating available, and pillows and cushions are welcome.
Performances are held at Christopher Ranch, 305 Bloomfield Ave. Reservations recommended.
Details: 848-3630.
Children’s books
for sale
Gilroy – Friends of the Gilroy Library will be selling children’s books for $3 per bag, Saturday, from 10am to 1pm
Details: 842-8207
County park
clean up
Gilroy – Join Santa Clara County Parks in a volunteer clean up at Mount Madonna County Park from 9am to noon Saturday. Meet at the park office for the historical Henry Miller site restoration and clean up.
Details: 842-2341
South Valley
makes music
Gilroy – South Valley Music Makers once again celebrates music as enjoyment and as a medium for friendship Saturday, from 1 to 4pm at the Music Academy, 7600 Church St. Musicians at all levels of advancement, and in all styles are welcome to perform. Listeners are always welcome.
Details: Candace Fazzio at 848-1064.
Gavilan College orientation
Gilroy – Students who are new to Gavilan College, and their parents are invited to attend a one-day only Student-Parent Orientation Day. Students will be able to take their Placement/Assessment Tests and attend a New Student Orientation. Students will receive their test scores the same day, and receive initial advising on course selection. Parents are invited to attend a session on “What to Expect and How to Support Your Gavilan College Student.” Lunch will be provided. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. Event held Saturday, at 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd.
* Placement/Assessment sessions: either 8am or 11am, both in LS 104
* Lunch: 11am to 1pm in the Student Center
* New Student Orientation: 1pm Student Center
* What to Expect and How to Support Your Gavilan College Student: 1pm in SS 206
Details: 848-4735.
Class of 1986 reunion
Gilroy – Gilroy High School class of 1986 20-year reunion will be held Saturday and Sunday.
Details: gi******************@***oo.com
Give blood,
save lives
Gilroy – A blood drive will be held Saturday, Aug. 19, from 10am to 3pm, at Church Hall, 8095 Kelton Drive.
Details: 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or www.BeADonor.com.
Find a loving pet
Gilroy – The Friends of San Martin Animal Shelter needs help. Come to the FOSMAS pet fairs on Saturday and Sunday, from noon to 5pm, at Petco-Gilroy.
Details: 681-3788 or www.fosmas.org.
Fundraiser for Sade Moralez
Gilroy – A fundraiser will be held in memory of Sade Moralez at Chips N Salsa Friday from 10pm to 2am, at 7400 Monterey St.
Raffle tickets are $1 each and prizes include a beach cruiser, gift certificates and more.
All proceeds from the cover charge, donations at the door and the raffle will go toward funeral costs.
Back to school supplies needed
Gilroy – If you would like to help needy children in the local area with school supplies, find Salvation Army barrels at the Gilroy Wal-Mart.
Details: Ellen at 848-5373
New Nar-Anon meetings
Gilroy – Meetings held Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30pm, at First Baptist Church, 8455 Wren Ave., Room 202.
Details: Irene at 836-7549 or ir***********@***oo.com
Send news items to City Editor Robert Airoldi. FAX to 842-2206, mail to Gilroy Dispatch, 6400 Monterey Road, Gilroy, CA 95020, or e-mail ed****@****ic.com.
