Sign Up for 29th Queen Pageant
Gilroy – The Gilroy Garlic Festival Association is seeking contestants for the 29th Annual Miss Gilroy Garlic Festival Queen Pageant. Contestant applications became available Tuesday, at the Garlic Festival office, 7473 Monterey St.
Contestants are judged on personal interview, speech, talent and evening gown. In addition to the selection of Miss Gilroy Garlic Festival Queen, scholarships will be awarded to many pageant contestants.
Applicants must be a resident of Gilroy, San Martin, Morgan Hill, Hollister, San Juan Bautista, or Aromas; a single female who has never been married and has no children; a high school graduate by June 2007; and between the ages of 18 and 24 by July 2007.
Deadline is 4:30pm, Feb. 16. The pageant is scheduled for March 31, beginning at 6pm at the Gavilan College Theater.
Details: 842-1625.
Don’t Miss Science Alive at Gavilan
Gilroy – This event is a hands-on science experience for students in grades 6 to 8. Students are invited to participate in a day of hands-on workshops that make science fun.
Students may select among 19 exciting workshops including A Cow’s Eye View, Astronomy, Geology, and “Help Build A Trebuchet.” The day will end with a raffle drawing and prizes.
The cost is $10 per participant, and a limited number of need-based scholarships are available. Fee includes the cost of the workshop, lunch and snacks.
The event is Feb. 10, 8am to 3pm. Participants must register in advance. Space is limited.
A complete listing of workshops and registration materials is posted at www.gavilan.edu/sciencealive.
Details: 846-4947
Coyote Creek Bird Walk Planned
Morgan Hill – A series of bird walks led by Jane Haley, a National Park Service docent for 20 years and Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center volunteer, began in January at Coyote Creek, north of Morgan Hill, but others are planned. for the coming months.
Bird walks also will be held Feb. 3, March 3 and March 31.
Participants will have an opportunity to observe migratory birds as well as discover an appreciation of local birds, their habitat and ecological importance.
Due to the terrain, these walks are not recommended for young children. The programs are free, space is limited and reservations are required.
Details: 779-9372 or www.werc-ca.org
