Beer, the libation that has fueled civilization for nearly 5,000 years, will be poured at participating businesses to goblins and witches alike at the 2016 Halloween Beer Crawl in downtown Gilroy. It’s all about the beer but costumes are encouraged to add to the fun. Food trucks, a wine and beer garden and dancing in the street will complete the night at the after party on Fifth Street, featuring Isaiah Pickett and Take 2. Must be 21 and over with valid ID. Come crawl on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets are $30 for the beer crawl and $10 for the after party. For tickets go to: http://bit.ly/2d8ZwWi.
ANCESTRAL ALTARS
The Gilroy Center for the Arts presents their 5th Annual Exhibit and Altars dedicated to Day of the Dead (Spanish: Día de los Muertos). A Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico, in particular the Central and South regions, and by people of Mexican ancestry living in other places. The multi-day holiday focuses on gatherings of family and friends to pray for and remember friends and family members who have died, and help support their spiritual journey. The exhibit will run from Oct. 15 to Nov. 6. For more information go to gilroycenterforthearts.com
HOLLISTER
Elks Lodge charity car show
Hollister Elks Lodge presents a Charity Benefit Car and Motorcycle Show. All street rod, custom and classic cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome. Clubs come together to show off their classic investments such as the Mission Trail Mustangs, which meet for camaraderie and for the love of the ‘Blue Oval’ breed. Start your morning with coffee and a breakfast burrito, then stroll the show and vendor row while you listen to music. The afternoon will include a raffle with great prizes a beer garden and sausage sandwiches. Free admission for all spectators on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 351 Astro Dr. Visit missiontrailmustangs.org.
Pet Friends fundraiser
Bring home a new treasure or a tasty goodie at the Pet Friends Fall Yard and Bake Sale. This annual fundraiser benefits homeless companion animals of San Benito County by providing funds to assist with low-cost Spay and Neutering, retrieving, fostering and adoption services for adoptable companion animals from Hollister Animal Control. Pet Friends also provides relief for displaced animals during emergencies. Come support a great cause on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at San Benito High School, 1220 Monterey St, Hollister.
MORGAN HILL
Annual Wildlife Fest
If ever there was a good cause the annual WERC Wildlife Fest and Barbeque is unquestionably one of the best reasons to spread the love. The proceeds go toward services for orphaned and sick native wildlife like the Red-Tailed Hawk named Henry Hawk. Henry was found with an injured wing and given medical assistance. Enjoy a day of fun activities and a barbeque with all the trimmings as well as a grand auction on Saturday, Oct. 15 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Buddhist Community Center, 16450 Murphy Ave, Morgan Hill. Advance tickets are required and can be found at werc-ca.org.
Morgan Hill GET FIT
Get the kids excited because this 1.5 mile run/walk features fun obstacles for children age 13 and under at the Morgan Hill GET FIT obstacle course challenge. The course includes a tire run, balance beam, bouncy obstacles and lots of color. Parents are encouraged to participate and everyone receives a race shirt and medal. Put on your favorite pair of running shoes and come out on Saturday, Oct. 15. Register in person at the CRC on 171 West Edmundson or on the morning of at 8 a.m. For more information go to morgan-hill.ca.gov or call (408) 782-2128.
THE VALLEY
‘Goddesses and…’
Season opening program from sjDANCEco will feature four world premiers including Goddesses and … Experience a choreographic collaboration where each choreographer will create movement motifs and thematic material that is shared with the other choreographers to create a fusion of three techniques while maintaining the integrity of each dance. The production will include live music from San Jose Chamber Orchestra on Friday, Oct. 14 and Saturday, Oct. 15 at 8 p.m. at the California Theater, 345 S First St, San Jose. Get tickets at sjdanceco.org.
Steinway Society Concert
The second Steinway Society performance of the season brings Chinese pianist Fei-Fei Dong, an award-winning artist praised for her passionate style. She charms audiences with her poetic interpretations from composers such as Baldassare Galuppi to Franz Liszt. Fei-Fei was born in China and began piano lessons at age 5, then moved to New York to study at The Juilliard School, earning Bachelor and Master of Music degrees. Enjoy this magical evening at the Trianon Theater on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m. at 72 N Fifth St, San Jose. For program information and tickets go to steinwaysociety.com.
WATSONVILLE
Burrito Bash
The Rotary Club of Freedom and Watsonville invite you to taste the best burrito on the Central Coast at their Second Annual Burrito Bash. Restaurants will be competing for the Best Burrito title, with awards for first, second and third place. The history of the burrito and where it got its name is a bit sketchy, but one thing is for sure, the burrito has quickly evolved into a full-blown meal with rice, beans, meat, cheese, vegetables and sauces. A variety of food vendors will also be available along with craft beers and fun activities for the whole family. Newly added this year is a car show. Entry is $5 and parking is free on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, 2601 E Lake Ave. Find out more at burritobash.com.
