Judge Carr will run for District Attorney
San Jose – Santa Clara Superior Court Judge Dolores Carr has resigned from the bench to run for district attorney. Carr was elected to the bench in 2000. She has been supervising judge of the court’s family division since 2002.
She is the second judge to step down from the bench to run for office being vacated by George Kennedy. Earlier this year, Judge Ron Del Pozzo announced his candidacy, though he later reversed himself.
Also in the running are Chief Assistant District Attorney Karyn Sinunu, whom Kennedy has endorsed and Assistant District Attorney Marc Buller. The election is not until June 2006.
A booming performance
Gilroy – Witness the transformation of a 10,000-square-foot warehouse into an elaborate Egyptian temple, complete with swimming pools, waterfalls, hydraulic sets and a haunted tomb experience as John Bisceglie mounts his largest show ever: Totally Rockin’ Temple of Boom!
Don’t miss this epic theater event featuring more than 45 local actors. Performing now through Sunday. Show times are 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 the ticket hotline 607-4849.
Details, directions and
photos: visit www.jbpresents.org.
Endless Summer Nights Saturday
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, from 5 to 10pm at Bonfante Gardens Family Theme Park.
Proceeds will go towards a music program for Mt. Madonna High School.
Details: 607-0701.
South County Democratic Club
Gilroy – All Democrats and Gilroy residents are invited to the next meeting of the South County Democratic Club, where candidates for Gilroy City Council will be seeking endorsements.
The meeting will be held on Saturday, Aug. 20 at 10am at the home of Kristine Dillon, 3385 Hecker Pass Highway. While all candidates will be invited to make presentations, only registered Democrats can receive endorsements.
Following the meeting at about 12:30pm members will be treated to a barbecue/picnic.
For information contact Mark Moore at 779-1510 or de******@****ic.com. Visit the Club Web site at www.demsclub.org.
Sip, swirl and savor at Art and Wine Festival
Gilroy – Gilroy knows how to throw a great party and will do so again Saturday, Oct. 8 at Christmas Hill Park from 10am to 5pm.
The first Gilroy Art & Wine Festival will provide food and wine lovers with opportunities to taste great award winning wines while also enjoying specialty items from fabulous local restaurants.
Artisans, craftsman and entertainers will add to the festival fun while patrons enjoy this free event. A highlight of this new event will be the traditional Gilroy Arts & Culture exhibit usually held at the Willey House.
GHS Class of 1980 Reunion canceled
Gilroy – The Gilroy High School 1980 class reunion planned for Aug. 20 has been canceled due to very low response. Refunds will be sent to those who have paid.
Details: Stephanie Chantler Williams at 842-6469, Debra Havens Mercado at 847-2844, Mercy Cabera at 472-0044 or Hector Gonzalez at 848-0402 or at gh************@***oo.com.
Join in a redwood hike
Gilroy – Redwood Hike at Mt. Madonna County Park on Aug. 20 from 10am to noon. Explore the natural wonders of our unique West Coast redwood forest on this 2-mile hike with a Park Ranger. Bring sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection and water.
Details: 842-2341.
Explore canyon waterfalls
Gilroy – Waterfalls and Wildlife Hike at Uvas Canyon County Park on Aug. 21 from 9 to 11am. Explore canyon waterfalls and wildlife on this 1.5 mile hike with a Park Ranger. Bring sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection and water. Meet at the day-use parking lot.
Details: 779-9232.
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.
Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evening from 7:30 to 9:45pm.
Details from Mr. Al Navaroli at 842-3934.
Mounted ride through the hills
Morgan Hill – Equestrian Geology Ride at Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch Saturday from 9 to 11:30am. Join the Santa Clara County Parks Mounted Park Ranger Unit on a ride through the hills to explore South County’s geological features.
Meet at the Mendoza entrance off Roop Road.
Call 363-5976 for reservations, equipment requirements & information. No rental horses are available.
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.
