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THE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE OF SAN BENITO COUNTY

A supplement to the Hollister Free Lance

APRIL 5, 2019

A COMFORTABLE RIDE Hollister’s Corbin Motorcycle Seats & Accessories is known around the world

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WILD ONE Motorcycle innovator Mike Corbin continues to create the easy ride

BY JENNY ARBIZU

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n the outskirts of Hollister, a hidden gem can be found—one mostly known to motorcycle enthusiasts, longtime residents, or travelers headed northbound toward Highway 156 on San Felipe Road.

It’s a place akin to the magical place where emerald cities are discovered. And much like the fictional girl who followed a yellow brick road to an emerald city, motorcyclists from all over the world follow a tree-lined road—Technology

Parkway—to find a similar place of wonderment.

And when they get there, Mike Corbin will remind them: “You’re in the finest motorcycle seat shop in the world.”

Corbin Motorcycle Seats & Accessories has been a fixture at 2360 Technology Parkway since owner Corbin opened it in 1998.

Customers who walk through its showroom doors will find themselves entranced by a room where the oldest motorcycle and

not-yet-released electric cars dwell.

But in this factory, everyone should pay attention to the man behind the parabolic curtain.

Born and raised in Gardner, Mass., Corbin’s love for motorcycles began at age 14 with his first bike ride. After graduating high school, he joined the United States Navy and served as a master electrician aboard the USS Ranger CVA-61, serving in ports along the Pacific coast from 1961 to 1964.

Returning to Massachusetts

after the Navy, he began a career as an electrical contractor—and also began making and selling motorcycle seats on the side.

In 1968, Corbin chose to manufacture motorcycle seats full-time.

Met with skepticism, he recalls a co-worker asking him what he was going to do next.

“I said, ‘well I’m going to make motorcycle seats,’ ” Corbin recalls.

“He waited for a minute and then said, ‘That’s a dumb idea! Motorcycles already have seats!’ ”

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A BETTER SEAT Mike Corbin has been manufacturing motorcycle seats for more than 50 years. right time” helped launch the business’ success when the motorcycle industry flourished after the 1969 film, Easy Rider, and Easyriders Magazine, founded in 1970.

After selling seats in Massachusetts and Connecticut, Corbin decided to move his family to the California Pacific coast.

“I always wanted to come back to California,” he says.

In 1980, he began making motorcycle seats in Watsonville, and later moved his shop to Castroville.

In 1995, Corbin and his son attended Hollister City Council meetings in hopes to restart the historic Hollister Rally—that made headlines in 1947—for its 50th anniversary.

While bringing back the historic Hollister Rally, Corbin found his shop in Castroville was too small for the growing company.

“So, I bought land out here and built this building,” he says of his 82,000-square-foot Hollister factory.

And with Corbin’s showroom and warehouse in Ormond, Fla., which sits at 11,000 square feet, he adds, “We’re about two-acres under roof.”

Corbin also built The Wizard’s Cafe onto the site to “enrich the experience of the motorcycle community,” he says. Made specifically as a waiting area for ride-in customers, the cafe serves breakfast and lunch Tuesdays through Saturdays.

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But Corbin found a way to make them better.

“We actually invented the idea of having a factory that manufactures an aftermarket line of motorcycle seats,” he says. “Before that, people would have seats recovered at upholstery shops or something like that.”

And 51 years later, the doting husband and father of 10 continues to create quality motorcycle seats for every bike dating back to 1958.

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“My girlfriend has been wanting to ride more now, so this is not as comfortable, so I’m getting it more flat,” he says. “They do such a good job and they’re so comfortable in comparison to stock seats.

If you’re on the bike a lot, it’s worth it. They make the best seats in the business.”

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Creating about 150 seats per day—and 25,000 seats per year— the factory ships its products to customers all over the world.

Corbin says only a small number of people actually visit the shop on a daily basis.

“So [the seats] are ordered on the internet or on the phone,” he says. “On the website, we have a configurator so you can choose all the materials and colors. And we make the seat and ship it to them UPS or FedEx.” Ralph Porras from Pacific Grove is impressed with the quality of care and service he received on his ride-in visit.

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SAN BENITO

WATSONVILLE

OPEN STUDIOS

YOUNG EAGLES

The public is invited to a self-guided tour of artist studios throughout Hollister, San Juan Bautista and Aromas at the 2019 Open Studios Art Tour.

This year’s tour features more than 45 local artists and artisans and showcases works in painting, photography, pottery, stained-glass, jewelry and more. Learn more about the process of making art, meet the artists, and view and purchase original works of art. Saturday and Sunday, Apr. 13-14.

For information and an Open Studios 2019 map, visit sanbenitoarts.org.

Kids ages 8-17 fly free at the Young Eagles Rally. Young aviation enthusiasts will get the chance to ride the skies on a safe and enjoyable flight and gain new perspectives on the world. Participants will receive a free 15- to 20-minute flight and follow the basic steps in the flight pattern. Saturday, Apr. 6, 9am-noon at the Watsonville Aviation Education Center, 60 Aviation Way. For more information, visit eaa119. org/youngeagles. To register, visit youngeaglesday.com.

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MORGAN HILL

ARTIST RECEPTION

BARBERSHOP CHORUS

Vertigo Coffee Roasters’ April First Friday Artist Reception will feture the artwork of Hollister artist Kayla Ramirez. Ramirez will showcase her collection of charcoal works titled “Smudges.” Friday, Apr. 5, 6-9pm at Vertigo Coffee Roasters, 81 Fourth St. Vertigo Coffee Roasters hosts Artist Receptions on the first Friday of every month. Visit vertigocoffee.com.

Experience a free a capella music concert featuring the Peninsulaires: Silicon Valley’s Barbershop Chorus, who have been performing barbershop harmonies since 1948. The entire family will enjoy this unique, lively style of singing featuring classic pop songs that are easy to sing along with. Monday, Apr. 8, 7-8pm at Morgan Hill Library, 660 W. Main Ave. For more information, visit sccl.org/ events.

ARTISTIC TOUR

Experience the studios of more than 45 local artists and artisans on a self-guided tour Apr. 13-14.

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Saturday, April 13, 2019

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Tierra Bella Bicycle Tour Cyclists will be riding to and from Gavilan College through Morgan Hill Gilroy.

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STITCH BY STITCH Maria Gallegos sews together a seat cover.

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pictures of products, all to create the orders in one day’s time.

When completed, the seats are cleaned and boxed up, and UPS or FedEx trucks ship them out at the end of the day.

The company also creates saddle-bags and electric cars.

“Our design shop is designing a whole car,” Corbin says.

It has previously made the 300 Sparrow—an electric car—and has the prototype for the new Sparrow on display in the showroom.

The company has also been working on “the greatest invention ever,” Corbin says—a seat that can heat or cool. He and his son are currently patenting the idea.

Corbin is also currently working with motorcycle industry locals to keep the Hollister Rally an annual event, with or without the cooperation of the city council.

41Live! promoter Bob Richards Jr. says the rally—renamed The 47 Camp Ride—will definitely take place at Bolado Park over Fourth of July weekend this year.

“You could bring out [a big celebrity] to Bolado Park right now, set it all up, and [the city council] would still say the rally is cancelled,” Richards says. “They think just because it’s not downtown, it’s not a rally.”

Ever the innovator, Corbin says he’s determined to continue his events annually.

“The motorcycle industry is working very hard to keep the rally alive organically,” he says. “So we’re the ones in the businesses, and we can make it happen.”

Contact Corbin Motorcycle Seats & Accessories at 634.1100, or call tollfree at 800.538.7035. Visit www. corbin.com for more information.

Art & Play in the Pre & K! April 12, 9:30 am Parents of toddler, preschool, and kindergarten age children are invited to come for a morning of activities and fun experiences with your child(ren) at the preschool/kindergarten.

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Dr. Casparro is a graduate of the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. She completed her podiatric medicine and surgical residency at Lakewood Regional Medical Center where she also received the added credential in reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery.

Dr. Casparro also provides advanced wound care.

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SKY HUNTERS

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Head to Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area for the Sky Hunters evening program. This free program presentation invites participants to discover the world of raptors and the variety of birds of prey that make Hollister Hills their home. Learn about the unique adaptations for survival these birds have as hunters in the sky. Park entrance fee is $5 per vehicle; there is no charge for the event. Saturday, Apr. 6, 6-7pm at Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area, 7800 Cienega Rd, Lower Ranch, Madrone Campground. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/yyv5dc5e.

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HOLLISTER MOONDANCE BAND The Moondance Band will perform as part of the Grove Summer

Concert Series. Dance the night away to tributes to each decade of music from the ’50s to the 2000s including dance, country, classic rock and more while enjoying

good food, good friends and more. Saturday, Apr. 6, 7-10pm at The Grove, Leal Vineyards, 7511 Pacheco Pass Hwy. Enjoy live music at the Grove Restaurant Thursday to Sunday nights through October. Visit liveloveleal. com.

WILDFLOWER WALKS Discover spring wildflowers on an easy to moderate stroll at Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area. Learn about the world of wildflowers and how they have adapted to ensure their survival by drawing in the world around them. Sunday, Apr. 7, 10-11am at Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area, 7800 Cienega Rd,

Mudstone Ranch. Park entrance fee is $5 per vehicle; there is no charge for this event. Visit tinyurl. com/y3ahct37.

BLOSSOM BOUTIQUE Celebrate Spring on the Farm at B & R Farms’ Blossom Boutique.

Enjoy shopping, socializing, refreshing snacks and more than 20 vendors specializing in handcrafted goods. Discover arts and crafts, home decor, natural beauty products, flowers and plants, craft beer, food and wine perfect for gifting for Easter, Mother’s Day, graduation and more. All purchases support local businesses with a portion of event proceeds benefiting non-

SUCCULENT SHOW

Enhance gardens and plant collections with plants that may not be found at the local nursery at the Monterey Bay Area Cactus & Succulent Society Spring Show and Sale. See beautifully grown and staged plants, as well as a plethora of plants and goods for sale. Don’t miss out Saturday, Apr. 13, 9am-5pm and Sunday, Apr. 14, 9am-4pm at San Juan Bautista Community Hall, 10 San Jose St, San Juan Bautista. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/y2plcpfd.

profit organizations in San Benito County. Saturday, Apr. 13 and Sunday, Apr. 14, 9am-4pm each day at B & R Farms, 5280 Fairview Rd. Visit tinyurl.com/yymazoy5.

SAN JUAN BAUTISTA LIVING HISTORY Meet mountain men, Civil War soldiers, Victorian ladies, and more while stepping back to the early days of San Juan. Enjoy craft and cooking demonstrations and see historic horse-drawn vehicles and Victorian furnishings. Taste an old fashioned soda in the historic Plaza Hotel Saloon. Experience the history Saturday, Apr. 6, 11am-4pm at San Juan Bautista State Historic Park. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/ y6jkxj89.

Save the date for the 2019 Gilroy Art & Wine Stroll and prepare to stroll through Downtown Gilroy enjoying wine tasting, art, special dining, music and more. Enjoy local wineries featured throughout Downtown Gilroy businesses and local artists highlighted at the Gilroy Center for the Arts.

This is a 21 and over event and valid photo identification will be required.

Saturday, Apr. 13, 1-5pm in Downtown Gilroy, 7341 Monterey St, Gilroy.

For tickets and information, visit tinyurl.com/y2fl63yy.

WALKING TRAIL At the San Juan Bautista Historic Walking Trail Phase Two Ribbon Cutting, explore this self-guided two-mile walking trail of 49 historically significant sites from Mission San Juan Bautista through downtown.

Visit adobes, stone, wooden and false-front early California structures, notable historic homes and sites of importance. Saturday, Apr. 13, 9am. The festivities begin at the new Downtown Map Kiosk next to the San Juan Bakery.

For more information and a full walking trail brochure, visit historicwalkingtrail.com.

MORGAN HILL WOMEN’S CONFERENCE All middle school and high school

students are invited to the third annual Future Women Leaders Conference to hear from dynamic speakers, learn new skills and participate in more than 15 engaging workshops. Created by young high school leaders, this daylong free conference will motivate, inspire and teach skills needed for tomorrow’s workplace.

The conference also includes lunch and entertainment. Saturday, Apr. 6, 8:30am-3pm at Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Rd. Visit tinyurl. com/y4b28w4k.

BOOK LAUNCH Head to BookSmart of Morgan Hill for the book launch of The Minimalist Way, written by Morgan Hill resident Erica Layne, mother of three and founder of the Life ➝ 11

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AWARENESS WALK Walk A Mile in Her Shoes to raise awareness about gender violence and help end sexual assault at San Benito County’s seventh annual Walk A Mile in Her Shoes event.

Participants will don high heels and attempt to walk (or teeter) one mile through downtown Hollister. Men, women, youth and families are welcome to register as individuals or volunteers, or to join or create a team. Proceeds benefit Emmaus House Domestic Violence Shelter and Community Solutions. Saturday, Apr. 13, 10am at the Hollister Veterans’

Memorial Building, 649 San Benito St. Online registration is open at walkamilesanbenito.org.

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t doesn’t get more green and lush than this Gilroy spot out on Buena Vista Avenue, directly across from colorful Satori Cellars. George and Lynda Green, who met and still work in the medical field, bought this property for its tranquil setting and views, not really thinking about vines, but then life introduced them to the possibility of vineyards as landscaping with benefits.

And, the benefits! They’ve built a welcoming space for enjoyment of their excellent wines, live music and the endless green vistas that restore calm and purpose to this hectic life.

Their 12 acres of vines at Verde Vineyards, predominantly Bordeaux varieties, are made into wine by consultant Jeff Ritchey (San Saba, Sycamore Creek, Pichetti).

Lynda’s favorite is the chardonnay, while George tends toward the 2015 Sophie’s Blend. Director of Sales Ron Jensen likes them all. Seriously good is the 2015 estate merlot, and if the barrel samples of the Malbec and the cabernet franc are any indication of the prowess of vintage 2018, the resulting wines are going to be killer good. If you get a chance to buy futures, don’t hesitate. But, be warned: George and I might drink that cab franc before it sees a bottle! We were also mightily impressed with the 2018 Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir, with its gutsy cranberry and raspberry core.

No matter what your political persuasion, this place should be your green new deal. Open every weekend, noon-5pm. Bring shades!

For more information, visit www. verdevineyards.com.

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Saturday, Apr. 13, 11am-3pm at Agricultural History Project, 2601 East Lake Ave, Watsonville.

Visit aghistoryproject.org or call 831.724.5898.

CULTURAL FESTIVAL

Be immersed in Vietnamese culture at the Children of the Dragon Festival. This exciting and colorful celebration highlights music, dance and art. Enjoy lively music, culturally rich hands-on art activities and colorful dances including the famous Lion Dance. Discover how rice cakes are folded, play the Vietnamese Mancala game and participate in creating dragon rubbings and other art projects. Saturday, April 6, noon-4pm daily at Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose, 180 Woz Way, San Jose. Visit cdm.org.

On Purpose Movement. Learn how to apply a minimalist’s mindset to every area of life and discover the peace and joy of living with less. Saturday, Apr. 13, 5pm at BookSmart of Morgan Hill, 421 Vineyard Town Center. For more information, visit mybooksmart. indielite.org.

EVENTS

AGRICULTURAL HISTORY Join the Agricultural History Project at the annual Easter on the Farm, a free family event celebrating Easter, the beginning of spring and good old-fashioned fun. Enjoy egg hunts, hat and basket making, face painting, tractor driving, hayrides and a

BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL Attendees of the Brookdale Bluegrass Festival can enjoy bluegrass and old-timey acts including Peter Rowan, the Town Howlers, Blue Summit and the Wildcat Mountain Ramblers.

Also enjoy camping, food vendors and self-contained RV spaces.

The Brookdale Bluegrass Festival will be held Friday-Sunday, Apr. 19-21 at San Benito County Historical Park, 8300 Highway 25, Tres Pinos. Tickets are on sale now with discount prices in effect until Apr. 10. For tickets and more information, visit brookdalebluegrass.com.

SPRING CLEANUP Bring brooms, dustpans, garden gloves and shovels to help get Downtown Hollister into tip-top shape. Join the community-supported cleanup of Hollister’s downtown at this annual event. Volunteers will help beautify downtown with cleanup activities including pulling weeds,

BIKE PARTY Pedal-powered bicycle riders of all kinds are invited to come together to enjoy the sites and streets of Hollister during Hollister Bike Party’s sixth ride. The ride will be medium paced and is generally three to five miles around downtown Hollister, with a rest stop and regroup. All are welcome Saturday, Apr. 20, 7:30pm-10pm at 400 San Benito St. Visit tinyurl.com/yytluybk.

BACKCOUNTRY WEEKEND Don’t miss a once-a-year opportunity to enjoy Henry W. Coe State Park’s Coe Backcountry Weekend, held in the little-traveled east side of the 87,000-square-foot park. Hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians are invited to enjoy the day, camp, or backpack among the spring wildflowers and scenic trails. Bring a bike, horse or fishing pole and enjoy kids’ activities, guided hikes and rides or exploring alone. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Friday-Sunday, Apr. 26-28 at the Henry W. Coe Dowdy Visitor Center, Bell’s Station Entrance on Highway 152. For registration, information and detailed directions, visit coepark. net/bcw.

COMPETITIVE LEAGUE Don’t miss the weekly Alehouse Cornhole League. Whether it is called Cornhole, Corn Toss, Soft Horseshoes or Bean Bag Toss, this game is fun for everyone.

Tournaments will be held every Tuesday through May 28, 7-9pm at Grillin & Chillin Alehouse, 401 McCray St, Unit B24. There will be weekly and monthly winners and overall league winners for first, second and third place. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/ y3n2ruxs.

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WINE TOUR Journey to four wineries pouring Italian-inspired wines at Taste of Italy on the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail.

Enjoy Italian-style wines, an authentic Sicilian picnic lunch and transportation on this fivehour wine tasting tour. Tours are available Monday-Friday, Apr.

8-12, 11:30am-5pm departing from various locations in Morgan Hill. Four-person minimum required per tour, and attendees must be age 21 or older with photo ID. Spring Passport holders will enjoy a special 50 percent off per person promotion. For tickets, departure/return locations and more information, visit californiapassporttours.com.

DERBY CLINIC Join the Faultline Derby Devilz for an evening of on-skate instruction with USA Roller Derby skaters, Baller Shot Caller and Snot Rocket Science. Learn Derby secrets during this special coaching clinic. Participants should bring plenty of water and a black and white shirt. Space is very limited and registration is required. Skaters must be age 18 or older, hold Women’s Flat Track Derby Association/USA Roller Sports Insurance and have passed Women’s Flat Track Derby Association minimum skills.

Monday, Apr. 8, 7-10pm at Bolado Park Event Center, 9000 Airline Highway. For tickets, visit tinyurl. com/y3eg4cdj.

planting, scrubbing and painting.

Community-minded adults and students needing service hours are encouraged to volunteer, and groups are welcome. Volunteer Saturday, Apr. 20, 8:30-11:30am, meet at the HDA Office, 514 Monterey St. To participate, call 831.636.8406.

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THEATER

Play Within a Play

BACKSTAGE TURMOIL Pintello Comedy Theater’s production of ‘Opening Night’ concludes April 6.

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Pintello Theater brings Canadian comedy to Gilroy

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By SUSAN L. RIFE

Ruth and Jack Tisdale (April Ouellette and Jeff Patereau) go out to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary by seeing a stage production of a new Canadian play, Whisper in the Wind. She’s thrilled to have wrangled VIP tickets to opening night; he’s unhappy because the anniversary falls on the night of the seventh game of the World Series, and he’s not a theater fan anyway.

Truth be told, they’re both novices with this theater-going thing, and their wide-eyed naivete is charming in Pintello Comedy Theater’s production of Opening Night.

At the VIP reception before the show opens in the Charles Killian Theatre Noir Repertory Center (as pretentious a name as possible), the Tisdales recognize Michael Craig (James Swan, thoroughly maudlin and convincing), an out-of-work Shakespearean actor reduced to doing TV ads as Handy Andy for a hardware store. You can practically hear his teeth grinding with frustration as they fawn over the TV spots.

Naturally they have no idea who the famous director Richard HydeFinch (Bruce Pember) is, nor his impatient girlfriend Cilla (Valerie Valenzuela), who has about reached the end of her rope with

her reluctant lover. The overwrought Hyde-Finch does his best patronizing tone with the newbies as he tries to wrestle his cast of two into shape for opening night.

Meanwhile, things backstage aren’t going well. One of the two actors in the play-within-theplay shows up just seconds before the curtain goes up, and her lack of preparation is comically evident once it’s underway. The other (James Daniel Pearson as Clayton Fry) is affecting a very bad British accent when the appropriate sound would be Canadian farmer.

But the Tisdales don’t know any better, and find the turmoil as entertaining as the show itself.

Pintello Comedy Theater’s producers Rod and Marion Pintello have a soft spot for Canadian playwright Norm Foster, and his sprightly comedies show up regularly in the rotation. Director Whitney Pintello has a lot of fun with this bit of effervescence, and the cast’s delight in the silliness is evident as well.

The best interactions between the characters come less from the obvious couples—Ouellette and Patereau as the Tisdales, Pember and Valenzuela as the director and girlfriend—than between young bartender/aspiring actor Tom Delaney (CJ Patereau) and Swan as the world-weary Craig. Jack teams up with Cilla for a bit of heartfelt sincerity. And Betsy Molchan is a hoot as the wildly overdressed young actress Libby Husniak, who arrives in a slinky beaded evening gown before she transforms herself into a Canadian farm girl.

The action plays out against an effectively streamlined set of 1960s Space Age decor complete with martini bar.

“Opening Night” by Norm Foster runs through April 6 at Pintello Comedy Theater, Gilroy Grange Hall. Tickets $20. For tickets and information, call 337.1599 or visit www.PintelloComedy.com.

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EGG HUNT The Sea Otter Classic at Laguna Seca Raceway includes a variety of activities for children.

April’s Awesome Opportunities Plenty of cycle celebrations coming soon By CURT HENTSCHKE

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with two wheels and pedals, you’ll find it at Monterey’s Laguna Seca Raceway April 11-14. Every type of bike, race, ride, accessory, article of clothing, demonstration, refreshment, contest and more.

Vendors aplenty will be standing ready to … uh … wheel and deal!

Got kids? There are tons of activities for tykes with bikes, including rides, clinics and the always amusing otter egg hunts.

Tierra Bella (tee-er-uh bel-uh), n. The ultimate bicycle ride. If you can break away from the Sea Otter on Saturday, April 13, get thee (and thy trusty steed) to Gilroy’s Gavilan College for the 42nd annual Tierra

Bella. More than 300 members of the Almaden Cycle Touring Club will be there supporting you as you pedal the prettiest poppy-filled roads of southern Santa Clara County. With outstanding rider support, rest stops filled with fabulous food, and a catered meal at the ride’s end, it’s no wonder this is one of California’s top-ranked rides.

SAVE THE DATES 4/13–Tierra Bella–Gilroy– tierrabella.org 4/11-14–Sea Otter Classic– Monterey–seaotterclassic.com

4/20–Primavera Century– Fremont–ffbc.org 5/11–I Care Classic–Morgan Hill– icareclassic.org 5/12-18–Amgen Tour of California– amgentourofcalifornia.com 5/19–Strawberry Fields Forever– Aptos–strawberryfields.org Curt “Cycle Guy” Hentschke has pedaled more than 60,000 miles of South Valley and San Benito County trails.

Send your cycle celebrations to heycycleguy@gmail.com. Check for last-minute changes before attending.

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ave you read? Citing a “dramatic decrease in racing attendance,” the Los Gatos Bicycle Racing Club recently announced the cancellation of the 2019 Cat's Hill Classic Bike Race. Fear not, however: The fourth month is filled with pedaling possibilities a’plenty.

Moreover, April features two of the most supreme cycle celebrations of the year: the Sea Otter Classic and the Tierra Bella. Don’t believe me?

Just look ‘em up!

Sea Otter Classic (see ot-er klas-ik), n. The ultimate bicycle bash. If it has anything to do

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I have been an area resident since 1994 and earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Science at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo in 1992. I recognize the unique opportunities that our area provides and strive to stay connected and involved with my community to be the best advocate possible for you and your family!

Featured Property

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Daniel J. Furtado Broker

Cal BRE: 01131718 • NMLS: 330315

770 RIDGEMARK DRIVE OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1-4PM

GOLF COURSE LIVING AT IT’S BEST!

4 Bedrooms / 3.5 Baths

Partial Ocean Views WELL KEPT & SPACIOUS ~ Very nice 4Br/2Ba on large lot. Cozy family room, dining room & light-filled kitchen. Spacious bedrooms.

Room for RV. Interested? Call Today! $685,000 Seaside (831) 648-7271

Do Not Over Pay for Brokerage!

25 Years of Sales Experience

17,203 Sq.Ft. lot on the 18th Tee 2832 Sq.Ft. Updated Home • 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath

Imagine the Lifestyle Open Sat 12:30-3:30pm ADORABLE~ 2Br/2Ba large mfg home. Features upgraded flooring, living room w/wood stove.

Nice kitchen w/breakfast bar, Master bedroom/ walk-in closest & bathroom w/sunken tub.

510 Saddlebrook #267, San Jose $339,900 Ana Milenewicz (831) 595-2036

Full Service Broker

A stunning home with everything you could want! A tropical oasis for your spring and summer parties! A gated community with a family home on 1/2 acre fully landscaped with a solar heated pool with waterfall/spa and a pond with majestic waterfall.

Beautiful updated kitchen overlooking and convenient to the outdoor entertaining area.

Step down into the cozy family room with a fireplace and a spacious wet bar to enjoy with your friends and family. A large master suite with fireplace is downstairs with French doors leading to its own private patio. Upstairs are two more bedrooms with an adjoining Jack n’ Jill bath and a junior suite with full bathroom and walk-in closet.

Offered at $949,000 Hollister (831) 245-0321

We are an award winning company offering superior service in each of our five locations!

330 Tres Pinos Road, Suite D1, Hollister (831) 245Ͳ0321 1544 Constitution Blvd, Salinas (831) 800Ͳ7341 534 Abrego Street, Monterey (831) 648Ͳ7271 237 Mt. Hermon Road, Scotts Valley (831) 438Ͳ8400 13117 Highway 9, Boulder Creek (831) 338Ͳ2125 or 338Ͳ2184

Family Room, has a retreat with a stone fireplace, ideal for a reading room + wet bar. Formal Dining room, Sunken living Room, Home “Lives Big”. Master bedroom has floor to ceiling fireplace and access to study or retreat. 6x6 walk in marble shower, dual shower heads + a Rainbird head. It just gets better and better. Enjoy your new kitchen, all new appliances, island + a breakfast area. PLUS walk in pantry. Room for everything.

MAKE AN APPOINTMENT AND COME SEE FOR YOURSELF!

Asking: $848,800

790 RIDGEMARK DRIVE OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1-4PM

WHAT’S BEHIND THE RED DOOR?

PRIVATE COURT YARD, EXPOSED AGGREGATE, VERY SPACIOUS & PRIVATE AREA IDEAL FOR ENTERTAINING.

Side yard, backyard with deck to enjoy the panoramic views of the hills, the full golf course view on the 18th tee. Cathedral beam ceilings in Living Room, built in fireplace with gas logs, generous use of brick, ash entertainment area, book shelves that are reflected in a mirrored wall in the Dining room, plus a built in cabinet to store your precious treasures. 3 Bedroom, 3 bath 2700 +/- S.F. Upgraded kitchen with newer ash cabinets and granite counter tops, island where you can enjoy your breakfast.

State of the art stainless steel appliances, including refrigerator, 5 burner stove toop, Fisher/Paykel 2 drawer dishwasher, microwave, double ovens/convection, microwave, refrigerator, bar sink. Family room off the kitchen with work area, floor to ceiling brick fireplace with gas log insert. Inside utility room + bath with shower, breezeway takes you to your oversized deep 3 car garage with storage.

Asking: $752,880

1249 MONTEREY STREET OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY 2-4PM

THE RIGHT HOME FOR THE RIGHT PRICE!

2 Bedroom, 1 bath, 1099 Sq.Ft., Large 7000 S.F. lot…

COMPLETELY RENOVATED INTERIOR, HOME SPARKLES!

Downtown location, walk to town near schools and shopping. New interior paint inside and out, carpets, new electric stove in kitchen. Inside utility with deep sink. Alley access with detached single car garage with access door into the back yard.

Asking: $468,800

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BELLAGIO VILLAS 1-2 Bedroom Apartments starting at $1800.

Pool. Park like setting.

Contemporary Landscaping.

1129 Monte Bello Drive Gilroy, CA 95020

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HOLLISTER INDUSTRIAL LAND 3.5 Acres for Sale Lease or Build to Suit IndustrIal shops For lease

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831.637.4297

HOME & GARDEN SERVICES CONCRETE

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Hauling, yard work tree & brush trimming, fence repair, vacant home & garage cleaning FREE ESTIMATES Ruben 408.310.0078

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Call 408.847.4337 Cell 408.314.5920

MAGNOLIA LANDSCAPE AND CONCRETE, INC. Specializing, Pavers, Concrete, Irrigation, Sod, Cleanups, All Landscape Construction Serving the Bay Area since 1992 Call for Free Estimates Licensed, Bonded and Insured 408-309-2973 License # 962540

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Lic# 381833 Bonded & Insured

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Adrian Urenda Gardening Service

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