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TEA AND TREASURES The 10th Annual Tea and Treasures Luncheon benefits the San Benito County Free Library. This light-hearted afternoon of tea features a brunch, silent auction and raffle. The Friends of the San Benito County Free Library is a non-profit organization made up of volunteers devoted to providing support to enrich the library’s resources. Sunday, Mar. 15, 12:30-3:30pm at San Juan Oaks Golf Club, 3825 Union Road, Hollister. Tickets are available for $40; purchase in person at Postal Graphics, or by calling 831.205.1373. For information, visit sbcfriends.org.

HOLLISTER

LIVE MUSIC VitalSign will perform at Grillin & Chillin Alehouse with a Southern dose of the music of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Molly Hatchet, 38 Special and more. Saturday, Feb. 29, 7-10pm at Grillin & Chillin Alehouse, 401 McCray St. For information, visit tinyurl.com/tl5vn3u.

YAPPY HOUR Yappy Hour is held the second Tuesday of every month at The Hollister House,

with a portion of the evening’s cocktail and food proceeds benefiting Pet Friends and Rescue Non-profit Organization of San Benito County. Pet Friends works to help eliminate cruelty and neglect of abandoned companion animals and encourage a community atmosphere of education, care and concern that will strengthen the human/animal bond. Tuesday, Mar. 10, 5-9pm at The Hollister House, 500 San Benito St. For information, visit petfriends.org.

SAN JUAN BAUTISTA

WORLD OF FUNGI The San Juan Bautista City Library presents “The Wonderful World of Fungi.” This special presentation features Ron Bader, Big Basin Redwoods State Park docent and Santa Cruz Fungus Federation member. Bader will discuss local fungi and their roles in the ecosystem. Friday, Feb. 28, 6:30-8pm at 801 Second St. For information, visit tinyurl.com/ y3e77rqh.

SWEET BASKETS The “Petit Four Baskets” class at Family Threads Quilt Shop offers participants the opportunity to create small organizers that have been named after sweet petit four cakes. These small organizers can be made from 10-inch squares or scraps from the fabric stash and are ideal for gifts or for holding tiny treasures.

Scott Hinrichs

OUTDOOR EXPLORATION Visit Coe Park for “Raincoats and Rubber Boots.” Participants are advised to bring rain slickers and boots to play in the creek, float rubber ducks and boats and hike along the creek on a scavenger hunt to discover plants and animals that exist there. Kids are encouraged to bring bikes and helmets to ride the obstacle course under supervision of experienced mountain bikers. Saturday, Mar. 7, 10:30am-3pm at Henry W. Coe State Park, Hunting Hollow Entrance. For information, visit coepark.net.

PREVIEW EXHIBITION San Benito County Arts Council will host its Open Studios Preview Exhibition. This preview is an opportunity for the community to view samples of artworks from the group of diverse artists participating in this year’s Open Studios Art Tour. This year’s tour features 34 local artists and artisans. This special exhibition is free, open to the public and on display from Friday, Mar. 6. 10am to Saturday, April 4, 4pm at ARTspace Annex, 217 Fifth St., Hollister. For information, visit sanbenitoarts.org.

This class is appropriate for beginners. Saturday, Feb. 29, 10:30am-2:30pm at Family Threads Quilt Shop, 107 The Alameda. For information, visit familythreadsquiltshop.com.

AMERICANA BAND Shawn Andrews Blues Band is coming to Daisy’s Saloon. Guests will be treated to a night of foot stompin’ blues and classic ‘70s tunes. Saturday, Feb. 29, 9pm-1am at Daisy’s Saloon, 213 Third St. For information, visit shawnandrewsband.com.

TRIVIA NIGHT Vertigo Coffee Roasters holds Trivia Night hosted by Quizmaster Miguel Silva each Thursday. Teams are limited to six people, and prizes will be awarded for first and second place. Also enjoy $1 off all draft beer. Thursday, Mar. 5, 6:30-8:30pm at Vertigo Coffee Roasters, 81 Fourth St. For information, visit vertigocoffee.com.

GARDEN PLANNING Gardening enthusiasts are invited to plan their summer garden now with UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County’s Growing Warm Season Vegetables event. Learn about the basic requirements of warm season vegetable crops including soil, nutrients, pest control, harvesting tips and space-saving techniques. Warm season vegetables including tomatoes, peppers, beans, cucumbers and squash will be discussed. There is no cost to attend, and registration is not required. Wednesday, Mar. 4, 7-8:30pm at Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth St. For information, visit mgsantaclara.ucanr.edu.

SAN MARTIN

CRAB FEED BUFFET Clos LaChance is holding its Crab Feed Buffet, and invites guests to attend and get cracking. Menus for both lunch and dinner are complete with fresh Dungeness crab. Ages 21 and over only and reservations are required. Saturday, Feb. 29, choose between two seating times, noon2pm or 5-7pm at Clos LaChance Wines, 1 Hummingbird Lane. Tickets are available for $60 for lunch or $85 for dinner. For tickets and information, visit clos.com.

MORGAN HILL

BACKBENDING WORKSHOP Learn about the benefits of backbends at Art of Yoga’s Backbending with Barb Workshop. Participants will explore different backbend asanas using props to facilitate and deepen their practice. This workshop is open and accessible to all levels with backbends appropriate for everyone. Saturday, Feb. 29, 2-4pm at Art of Yoga, 16165 Monterey Road #200. For information, visit artofyogamorganhill.com.

MONTEREY

FAMILY FUN Families are invited to Free Family Fun Day: Whosits and Whatsits, a day inspired by the multi-layered art of Robert Armstrong and Jennifer Brook-Kothlow in Stretched, Strung and Strewn. All ages can enjoy free admission and activities. Saturday, Feb. 29, 11am-5pm at Monterey Museum of Art, ➝ 11