Thousands of youngsters, teens and adults are expected to
participate in the annual Summer Reading Club at the Gilroy
Library, which this year focuses on mystery themes, one of the most
popular genres of literature.
LOHS Classes of ’76, ’77 and ’78 Reunion
Morgan Hill – Live Oak High School class of 1976-1978 are having a combined reunion Saturday, Sept. 25 at the Morgan Hill Cultural Community Center.
Details: gi*********@************on.com, ja********@*******nk.net
Summer Reading Club is Under Way
Gilroy – Thousands of youngsters, teens and adults are expected to participate in the annual Summer Reading Club at the Gilroy Library, which this year focuses on mystery themes, one of the most popular genres of literature. The program kicked off June 2.
This year’s theme for children entering grades K-8 in the fall is “Get a Clue @ the Library.” Children can sign up for the club in June and receive a reading log to keep track of books they read during the summer months. They may read any type or size of book they want – fiction, nonfiction, or graphic novels. Participants who finish will receive a prize and reading certificate.
Research has shown that children who read during summer vacation are more likely to retain the skills learned during the school year, according to Community Librarian Lani Yoshimura.
There also is a mystery-themed Summer Reading Club for teens entering grades 7 and up in the fall – “YNK (You Never Know) @ Your Library.” Each teen who signs up will receive a bookmark, mood pencil, reading log and a booklist of recommended books.
Adults too can keep a summer reading log and enjoy special programs related to the “It’s A Mystery” theme.
Here are some of the special activities planned for the Gilroy Library this summer:
– Today, 6:30pm – Real life CSI professional Laura Hall talks about careers in forensic science to teens. Adults welcome, too.
– July 26, 6:30pm – Interactive mystery play for teens.
– Thursdays at 6:30pm, Through July 26 – Teen Summer Reading Club with a variety of activities including movies, a lesson on how to make a Secret Journal scrapbook, and visits by authors Malin Alegria and Kim Taylor.
The Gilroy Library is located at 7387 Rosanna St.
Details: www.santaclaracountylib.org.
Tourney Raises Funds for Community
Gilroy – The third annual Garlic No-Limit Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament is set for 10am July 14 at the Gilroy Senior Center. Four-person teams will play at different tables in this recreational event. An entry fee of $60 is needed per team. All proceeds from this event, the 13th in a series of Texas Hold ‘Em Tournaments hosted by the Gilroy Community Services Department, benefit senior, teen and youth programs.
Details: 408-846-0460.
Not Too Late To Find A Camp For Kids
Gilroy – Little Honu Swim School is offering Multi-Sport Summer Camps in partnership with Gilroy High School for children ages 5 to 13. The camps began last week, but run through Aug. 17. Children will participate in swimming, soccer, flag football, basketball, volleyball, kickball and more. Space is still available for some of the sessions.
Full, half day and extended stay options are available. Complete warm, nutritious breakfast and lunch are provided. Weekly fees are $175 for a full day camper and $125 for half day camper. There are also discounts for additional siblings.
As part of Honu’s commitment to make sure all children are safe on land and in water, a finger print kit and safety information are free upon registration to all children attending the Multi-Sport Summer Camps.
Details: 846-1005, www.camp.lhswimschool.com
Find a Treasure at Rummage Sale
San Martin – The Friends of San Martin Animal Shelter will hold its annual rummage sale from 8am to 4pm, Saturday and Sunday, at the shelter, 12750 Murphy Avenue, San Martin. Stop by to find a treasure or two.
Details: (408) 778-2654, www.fosmas.petfinder.org
Local Perchlorate Group Meets
San Martin – The next two Perchlorate Community Advisory Group meets from 2 to 5pm Friday, June 29 at the San Martin Lions Club Hall, 12415 Murphy Ave. San Martin.
Details: www.smnneigbor.org or www.valleywater.org.
Republican’s Meet in July
San Martin – Conservative Republicans and others are invited to attend the monthly meeting of the California Republican Assembly at 7pm, Thursday, July 5. Meet at the Church of the Valley, 13380 Depot St., San Martin. The objective of the local CRA chapter is to raise political sophistication and keep abreast of politics in the state and the country.
Details: 847-1692
‘Zoot Suit’ Returns to the Stage
San Juan Bautista – El Teatro Campesino presents “Zoot Suit,” the critically acclaimed classic play written by Luis Valdez. Drawn from actual transcripts, documents and newspaper articles of the 1940s, “Zoot Suit” recreates historical events of the Sleepy Lagoon murder case that railroaded young Chicano pachucos or zoot suiters who happened to be at the wrong place at the wrong time.
Valdez synthesizes fact and fiction using the case to examine Chicano Zoot Suit culture, prejudice, and the role of the media is the judicial system. Director Kinan Valdez will spearhead this production along with the support of the new generation of El Teatro Campesino. So get ready to boogie because El Pachuco is back again and ready to go.
Preview dates are 8pm Friday July 13, Saturday July 14, Thursday July 19 and Friday July 20, and at 2pm Sunday July 15.
Opening weekend is 8pm Saturday July 21 and 2pm Sunday July 22
Performances are 8pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, 2pm Saturday and Sunday matinees, through the shows final performance at 2pm, Sunday, Sept. 16.
The show plays at El Teatro Campesino Playhouse, 705 Fourth St., San Juan Bautista.
Cost is $30 for reserved seating, opening night performance is $125.
Regular seating is $25 for adults, $22 for seniors and students and $18 for children.
Group rates are available.
Details: (831) 623-2444 Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm.
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