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THE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE OF SAN BENITO COUNTY

A supplement to the Hollister Free Lance

OCTOBER 26, 2018

Ambitions Ignited Crēdo Studio adds more cultural arts to the region NATURAL FOODS STORE P8 | MERLOT MINUTE P16

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ARTISTIC ENDEAVOR Crēdo Studio is working to bring another

more cultural enrichment to San Juan Bautista.

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All roads lead to Crēdo Ramona Hill’s ambitious plan to enliven San Juan Bautista’s arts scene

BY WALLACE BAINE PHOTOGRAPHS BY ROBERT ELIASON

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n the beginning, all she wanted was to start a small dance studio, to lead a weekly belly dancing class for her friends and neighbors in San Juan Bautista. But the space that Ramona Hill found for her studio inflamed her ambitions. It demanded she dream bigger.

building which dates back almost to the Civil War. “When I first walked into here, it was perfect for a dance studio,” she said. “But then the other room, and the garden, and the office. No, it was telling me. You’re going to do something bigger.”

Credo represents a big turn in Hill’s life. Thanks to an inheritance from her late mother, she was able to start business after 30 years catering to her family, which includes her husband, San Juan machinist Raymond Hill, and her four children.

“This is already a multi-generational place,” she said. “My mother’s money went into it and my daughters are now teaching here.”

The studio’s name, Credo to mean a “set of beliefs,” harkens back to Hill’s love of Latin which she studied in high school. “We are a non-political, non-religious organization,” she said. “Our credo is in self-expression.” ➝ 6

BELIEFS Dancer and teacher Ramona Hill says the the credo at Crēdo Studio is self expression.

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That space is part of the imposing old IOOF Odd Fellows building at Polk and Third streets in San Juan and is now the home of Hill’s Credo Studio. Sure, she has her dance studio where she offers belly dancing and yoga classes, but Credo has the potential for so much more.

Hill’s vision is to turn Credo into nothing less than a cultural arts center for San Juan and San

Benito County residents with classes, workshops, concerts, literary events, after-school art programs and more.

“I would like to see pretty much daily activities here,” she said at her studio, “maybe Sundays off.”

The idea is to serve up something that will appeal to everyone in the family: after-school painting and drawing for kids, volunteer programs that function as community service for teens, maybe a vigorous dance class for Mom, and a guitar concert for Dad. Hill moved into the space two years ago and officially opened in January 2017. The studio has its small dance space, which doubles as a concert venue. Adjacent to that is a room that can function as the arts studio with tables and art supplies and behind it all is a sumptuous garden space with an office that she can make available for private functions such as birthday parties.

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GROWTH-MINDSET Crēdo Studio’s goal is to establish after-school programs that provide cultural enrichment programs.

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Originally from Southern California, Hill lived in Santa Cruz before moving with her family 20 years ago to San Juan. She had only visited the mission town once before moving there, on a date at Daisy’s Saloon. “It was only for a couple of hours and it was at night,” she said. “But I was entranced even then.”

As a performing artist, she was first captured by modern dance, but discovered the cabaret style of bellydance in her mid 20s, while living in Santa Cruz. It gave her a sense of free self-expression that she was used to in modern dance.

Now she calls belly dancing her “dance home.” She wants to spark the beginnings of the kind of bellydance culture that thrives in Santa Cruz. Credo now offers weekly classes in belly dancing,

as well as twice-weekly classes in yoga.

Still, she said, belly dancing is an almost incidental part of her mission at Credo. “It’s just something I do for myself.” The master plan ranges much farther afield.

She is, in fact, in the process of establishing her after-school program in which she hopes to work with families from nearby San Juan School, Watsonville’s Monte Vista Christian School (which has a few local families) and area home-schoolers looking for some cultural enrichment programs for their kids. With volunteer help from local high-schoolers, kids in the program will have snack time, homework, then lots of creative work in art, music and dance. (The program, which runs afternoons every weekday from kids 7 ➝ 15

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ZOMBIE CRAWL FALL CLEANUP Help Downtown Hollister get in tip-top shape at the Downtown Fall Cleanup event, hosted by the Hollister Downtown Association.

Bring brooms, dustpans, gloves and shovels for a morning of volunteering and fun. Saturday, Oct. 27, 8:30-11:30am, meet at the Hollister Downtown Association office, 514 Monterey St. to receive block assignments.

RSVP to Robb at 831.636.8406 or development@downtownhollister.org.

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GHOST WALK

HALLOWEEN PARTY

Don’t miss the 10th annual San Juan Bautista Ghost Walk, a fun and spirited walking tour featuring local ghost sightings and paranormal activities. Reservation fees include gift bags and beverages, and proceeds support Rotary San Juan Bautista community and internal projects. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 26 and 27 in Downtown San Juan Bautista; meet at the corner of Third and Mariposa Streets. Due to popular demand two tours will be offered at each of five nightly departure times beginning at 6:30pm. Visit rotarysanjuanbautista.com.

Join Aroma Cellars for “A Night on the Nile” at its Egyptian-themed Halloween party. Guests will enjoy complimentary appetizers and glass of red wine, drink specials and more. Be sure to have dancing shoes ready to enjoy the live DJ, and wear an Egyptian-themed costume to enter the costume contest featuring grand prizes. Wednesday, Oct. 31, 7pm at Aroma Cellars, 650 San Benito St, Suite 150, Hollister. $30 entry fee. Seating will be limited; to purchase tickets, visit aromacellars.com.

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ARTI-Culture presents Hollister’s Zombie Crawl featuring food, raffles, and prizes on Saturday, Oct. 27.

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The Zombie Apocalypse is taking over Hollister’s Pub Scene during Hollister’s second annual Zombie Crawl. ARTI-Culture presents Hollister’s Zombie Crawl featuring food, raffles, drink specials and a cash prize costume contest for deadliest zombie of all. Ticket price includes Zombie Crawl souvenir cup, bracelet and map of participating locations. Check in on Saturday, Oct. 27, 5pm at the GardenShoppe, 364 Seventh St. For more information and tickets, visit tinyurl.com/y8hgtmbw.

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GREAT PRICES South Bay Natural Foods owner John Anagnostakis keeps a varied stock

of alternative flours and milks, teas, health products and many natural dried goods.

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New organic food store is shoppers’ dream

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outh Valley’s latest gem is South Bay Natural Foods, located at 8120 Westwood Drive in Gilroy.

Offering savvy shoppers a rotating selection of premium natural and organic foods at low prices, South Bay Natural Foods is a cherry pickers' dream come true to shop and compare prices for the best deals.

Buying organic can be expensive and cost prohibitive, especially in the Bay Area. The small store, opened just four months ago, promises deep savings of 50 percent or more on many recognizable organic brand names.

Father and son owners John and Anthony Anagnostakis bring 32

years of grocery and produce wholesale distribution experience.

“We got into organics because it’s an emerging market in the South Valley and there is a lot of competition with conventional food markets,” Anthony explains. “Our goal is to make organics accessible for people who otherwise would not be able to afford them.”

Based on customer feedback, the Anagnostakis source inventory from multiple distributors to get the best product at the lowest price so that savings are passed on to their customer.

Always greeting customers with a warm smile and speaking several languages, it’s easy for John

Anagnostakis to help his clients feel at home.

As charming as its owners, the 2,500-square-foot retail space brings a smile because it is reminiscent of an old-fashioned mercantile store packed with a wide range of organic products, restaurant (industrial) size canned goods, homestead supplies and the odd essential.

John explains he “enjoyed owning a small homestead, harvesting backyard produce and having animals.”

It’s a one-stop shop for small homesteaders including such supplies as poultry feeders, natural feed, rabbit hutches, dog crates and kennels.

Their human counterparts won’t be disappointed either with a wide selection of top organic and natural products including milks alternatives, organic baby foods, artisanal flours, an assortment of gluten-free products as well as non-GMO organics, a large selection of nutritious vegan snacks, and free trade coffee.

With the addition of hard-tofind imported Italian pastas, grains and sections packed with frozen foods as well as dairy and home cleaning and toiletry products, South Bay Natural Foods is a great first stop on anyone’s shopping list.

With three large grocery chain stores located just blocks away on First Street, competition is tough for this father-and-son organics business. However, the draw to South Bay Natural Foods is deep savings on familiar name brands of natural and organic products.

As word of mouth travels, John and Anthony hope to expand by offering produce, deli and larger dairy selections. The duo is also looking to collaborate with gluten-free artisanal bakers to feature baked goods.

“We are a small family business that provides a great service to the community with a low-cost natural food store,” says Anthony.

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TREAT STREET

OCTOBER 26, 2018

Downtown Hollister invites the public to the first Trick or Treat on San Benito Street. Head downtown this Halloween as more than 30 downtown businesses participate in this fun, family friendly trick or treating event.

Enjoy music, a haunted house, costume contests with prizes and much more.

The first 300 children will receive an official Treat Streets trick or treat bag.

Wednesday, Oct. 31, 4-6pm beginning at Veterans Memorial Building, 649 San Benito St, Hollister where participants will receive their Treat Streets official map. For more information, call Hollister Recreation, 831.636.4390.

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HOLLISTER WALK & RUN Don’t miss the 29th annual Red Ribbon 5k Run/ Walk, an annual family-friendly run/walk raising awareness of the

dangers of drugs and alcohol in the community while benefiting prevention efforts in local schools.

No dogs are allowed, but walkers and strollers are welcome. Prerace registration and activities will

begin at the Veterans Memorial Courtyard, 649 San Benito St. on Saturday, Oct. 27 at 7:30am and the 5k begins at 9am at the corner of Seventh and Swope Alley. Visit tinyurl.com/y74m8erp.

HAUNTED ORCHARD Find out what is hidden within the trees as Swank Farms presents Gorechard.

Attendees ages 12 and older are invited to face their fears as they explore Swank Farm's Cherry Orchard where forgotten creatures come to life and anything could be hiding behind the trees. Find out who has the nerve to make it through the Gorechard Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 26, 27, and 28 and Wednesday, Oct.

31, from dark-midnight at Fright Farm, 4751 Pacheco Pass Highway.

For information and tickets, visit swankfarms.com/gorechard.

COOKING DEMONSTRATION Don’t miss “Cooking with Fish!,” a new culinary art series presented

by San Benito County Arts Council with local chef Mike Fisher of Fisher’s Restaurant. Each monthly 45-minute cooking demonstration features different culinary themes, with opportunities for participants to view and take notes as Fisher prepares prized recipes and to ask questions of the chef. Guests will also enjoy sampling small plates and mingling with fellow food enthusiasts. Local wines,

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AZTEC DANCING

All ages are invited to join Calpulli Itzpapalotl Danza Azteca at the Artspace Annex. The Calpulli Aztec dancers are a local arts group promoting, educating and inspiring individuals through pre-Hispanic dances and indigenous culture.

This event is free, open to all and presented by San Benito County Arts Council. Beginners are welcomed to come to circle and experience danza Wednesday, Oct. 31, 7:30-8:30pm at ARTspace Annex, 217 Fifth St, Hollister. For more information, visit sanbenitoarts.org.

craft beer and fountain drinks will be available for purchase.

Monday, Nov. 5, 7-8pm at Fisher’s Restaurant, 650 San Benito St. For tickets and information, visit sanbenitoarts.org.

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GILROY SPOOKY FUN Bring the whole family to Gardens@Night Halloween at Gilroy Gardens and experience a spooky-butnot-too-scary Halloween event as the park is lit up in a mysterious glow illuminating the gardens.

Rides will not be in operation,

Don’t miss multiple award-winning comic Carlos Mencia as he performs live at Fox Theater Salinas. Mencia is a Honduran born comedian, writer and actor best known as the host of Mind of Mencia, which aired on Comedy Central for four seasons. Mencia often touches on race, culture, social class and criminal justice in his political style of comedy. Thursday, Nov. 8, 7:30pm at Fox Theater Salinas, 241 Main St, Salinas. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit carlosmencia.com.

but little ones can trick or treat, explore the Spider’s Lair or take a ride on at Ghost Train. Don’t miss the Marketplace filled with specialty food, craft beer and Halloween crafts and games for the kids. Friday-Sunday, Oct. 26-28, 5-10pm nightly at Gilroy Gardens, 3050 Hecker Pass Highway. For more information, visit gilroygardens.org.

SENSORY-FRIENDLY PARTY Have lots of trick-or-treating fun at DreamPower Horsemanship’s Sensory-Friendly Trick or Treat Party. Children ages 18 and younger, with and without special needs, are welcome to join this fun and sensory-friendly event

featuring miniature horses, goats, chickens, ducks, a turkey and ranch-themed fun, games, tricks and treats. The cost is $10 per child or $30 per family, RSVP is required. Tuesday, Oct. 30, 4-6pm at DreamPower Horsemanship, 7460 Crews Road. For more information, visit dreampowerhorsemanship.com.

SAN JOSE FAMILY HAUNT Enjoy a familyfriendly interactive adventure at Grimm’s Hollow: The Shadow Circus, the Bay Area’s only public non-profit children’s haunt. Enjoy a pumpkin patch, onsite artisans, crafts and the interactive ➝ 13

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DIA DE LOS MUERTOS El Teatro Campesino presents its 2018 Dia de los Muertos Weekend, celebrating arts and culture.

Attendees will enjoy a community altar exhibit, live music and dance performances by Esperanza del Valle (tickets required). New this year guests are invited to enjoy

fun, free activities that will be held in the Playhouse parking lot, including a Teatro performance, live music, dancing calaveras, raffles, children’s activities and more. Nov. 2-4 at El Teatro Campesino Playhouse, 705 Fourth St. For more information, visit elteatrocampesino.com.

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11 night away at the Halloween Costume Party. Enjoy a costume contest with prizes and live music by Not this Day and Absurdum. Saturday, Oct. 27, 7pm-midnight at Grillin & Chillin Alehouse, 401 McCray St, Unit B24, Hollister. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/yblkbaf3.

HALLOWEEN DISCO Get down and boogie at Granada Theatre’s Decades Halloween Disco Dance Party. Dance the night away to live entertainment and enjoy handpassed hors d’oeuvres. Guests are encouraged to dress up in their best decades costumes for a chance to win a prize. Saturday, Oct. 27, 8pm-midnight at Granada Theatre, 17440 Monterey St, Morgan Hill. Attendees must be 21 or older, and tickets are non-refundable. For tickets and information, visit liveloveleal.com.

BOOK SIGNING

Children’s book author and Hollister native Karen Lewis Herrera returns to Mars Hill to sign copies of her new book, “The Tale of Tudors and Truly Zuli.”

Karen collaborated with her daughter Melissa Herrera, who illustrated the tale of tiny tails, when a pregnant Maltese Tudors delivers a surprise for Valentine’s day. “My goal is to share with children this story about love, patience and joy,” says Karen. Tudors and Zuli will join Karen to read the book, sign autographs, and greet children on Saturday, Oct. 27, 11am-3pm at Mars Hill Coffeehouse, 610 San Benito St.

EVENTS CAREGIVER CONFERENCE People who care for a family member or friend over 18 years old, with a brain impairment resulting from conditions such

as stroke, head injury, AIDS, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis or Parkinson's disease are invited to the Caregiver University Conference in San Benito County.

Topics will include Understanding Neurocognitive Disorders, Self Care and Stress Reduction and Fall Prevention and Preventative Exercises. This is a free event, and lunch will be provided. Saturday, Oct. 27, 9:30am-3pm at Hollister Community Center, 300 West St, Hollister. For information and to register, visit delmarcaregiver.org.

COSTUME PARTY Dig up an awesome Halloween costume and head to the Alehouse to party the

FALL FESTIVAL Don’t miss the 19th annual Swank Farms Fall Festival. Celebrate autumn with family-friendly activities including a pumpkin patch, corn mazes, jumping pillows and farm animals. also enjoy pig races, a cow train, pedal karts and much more. Thursdays-Sundays through Oct. 31 at Swank Farms, 4751 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister.

For information and hours, visit swankfarms.com.

PUMPKIN JUNCTION Experience Pumpkin Junction with the whole family. Children will make lasting

ESSAY CONTEST Students in grades 6-8 in public, private or home schools are invited to enter the Hollister VFW Post 9242’s Patriot Pen Essay Contest. This year’s theme is “Why I Honor the American Flag,” and the winner of this year’s contest will be awarded a $200 check. The submission deadline for contest entries is Oct. 31; rules and entry forms can be obtained at the office of the County Superintendent of Education, 460 Fifth St, Hollister or online at vfw.org. For questions or more information, contact Bernie Ramirez, 831.902.7811.

WINE BOTTLING Experience the fun of bottling wine at Guglielmo Winery’s 62nd Bottle Your Own red wine event. Attendees may bring their own clean bottles or purchase new from the winery and will experience the fun of putting wine in their own bottle, labeling it and taking it home to enjoy or give as a gift. Saturday, Nov. 3, 10am-3pm at Guglielmo Winery, 1480 E. Main Ave, Morgan Hill.

For information, call 408.779.2145.

MT. MADONNA 10K Get ready for the trail run of a lifetime at the TrailCross Mt. Madonna 10k. Enjoy the redwoods, tan oaks, Miller estate ruins and many different trails at this atypical 10k. The 10k map adventure course will not be marked and the crowd will split up as there will be a variety of routes runners may choose from, with a map to locate checkpoints. Runners will also enjoy treats upon reaching the finish line. Monday, Nov. 12, 9am-1pm at Mt. Madonna County Park, 7850 Pole Line Road, Watsonville. For tickets and information, visit tinyurl.com/ycxw63x6.

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haunted tour. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 26-28, 7-8:30pm at Easterbrook Discovery Elementary School, 4835 Doyle Road. More adventurous guests are invited to experience the attraction when it transitions to the scarier, more chilling haunt, Psycho Circus from 9-10pm. For information, visit facebook.com/grimmshollow or call, Stuart Kuramoto, 408.439.3079.

WINE GLASS PAINTING Learn to paint on glass while creating a personalized wine glass with ARTI-Culture. Join lead artist Joel Esqueda, who will assist participants create this fun fall-themed craft. Guests are encouraged to arrive punctually to ensure enough time to enjoy the large selection of food and wine available for purchase prior to painting. Tuesday, Oct. 30, 6-9pm at Aroma Cellars, 650 San Benito St, Suite 150, Hollister.

Participants must be 21 or older to attend. For information and tickets, visit tinyurl.com/ y8hgtmbw.

memories as they enjoy the harvest season and explore all that Casa de Fruta has to offer. Come and find the perfect pumpkin, mine for gemstones at Casa de Miner’s Sluice, ride Casa de Choo Choo and take a pin on Casa de Carousel. The Junction will be held through Oct. 31, 8am-8pm at Casa de Fruta Orchard Resort, 10021 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister.

Visit casadefruta.com.

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TEACHING FAMILY Ramona Hill’s daughter and fellow dancer Ruby Hill is one of the instructors at Crēdo Studio.

She has already hosted concerts from musicians such as singer/ songwriter (and former San Juan Bautista resident) Dayan Kai, percussionist and looper Rick Walker and folk singer Bob Reid, among others. She has also hosted poets such as Chicana writer and performer Gloria L. Velasquez, and writers on book tours.

All this daily activity is in service to the community that Ramona Hill knows best, a region that she said includes San Juan Bautista but also nearby towns Aromas and Prunedale. “I’m really working towards a community art and cultural center here,” she said. “I see it as just as important as a library. (San Juan Bautista) is a tourist-oriented community Most merchants here heavily depend on tourism. But this one is for the locals.”

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to 14, costs $160 per month per child).

Though Credo is not affiliated with the local school district, Hill is also working to interest the local school in what she calls a “walking field trip,” bringing in a professional artist or craftsperson to Credo to visit with students.

Also, with help from people such as “my right-hand woman,” El Teatro Campesino veteran Grace Nutter, Hill is planning to offer a variety of classes and workshops for adults in the arts, and for just plain fun, such as workshops in tortilla-making and re-purposing your Halloween pumpkins for Thanksgiving centerpieces. “I want to help people find and develop their own talent,” said Hill.

She also wants to showcase the talent of performers and writers.

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Fitting, as much of California’s merlot is harvested from late September to mid-October.

Church Creek Cellars in Gilroy has 4 acres of merlot on its 21-acre vineyard. Carl and Diana Barsody bought the place eight years ago, intending to sell fruit.

But in 2011, with no buyers in place, they decided to make wine with some home winemaker friends. “It turned out better than we expected!” says Carl.

The 2013 is a big, dense style, with some petite sirah. It’s a crowd favorite, although Borsody prefers the brighter, fresher 2014, which has a lively, strawberry-cherry core and enticing peppery edge.

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If you like easy and breezy, Fortino’s 2016 merlot is as shiny as a brand-new car, complete with that new car smell. It’s smooth and soft, like cherry cola cotton candy.

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Another standout is Fernwood’s 2013 Mirepoix, 85 percent merlot with 9 percent cab sauv and 6 percent cab franc. Named for the French term for onions, celery and carrots slow-cooked in fat, this sleek, supple wine easily pairs with any cuisine. Winemaker Matt Oettinger calls it his “shotgun” wine.

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The most important thing I do for my clients is making myself available at all times – 7 days a week – morning, afternoon and evening.

Featured Property NEW PRICE

Welcome to Paradise

Affordable in San Jose SPANISH COVE ~ Barely 2 years new 3Br/2Ba. Nice open floor plan, granite kitchen counters, beautiful laminate flooring. Upgraded/ oversized awning. Big outside storage shed.

Move-In Ready! Call Today! $315,000 San Jose (831) 245-0321

500 Chardonnay Way, Hollister Offered for $625,000

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

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Great Yard for Kids & Pets to Play CONVENIENTLY LOCATED ~ 3Br/2Ba close to schools, stores & easy hwy access for commuters. Room to park multiple vehicles & gate access to back. Newly painted interior.

Interested? Call for More Details! $699,700 San Jose (831) 245-0321

Open Sat & Sun 1-4pm Hosted by Jose Vargas (831) 524-1559 Listed by Charlene King (831) 801-5464 Fabulous 4Br/2.5Ba on a corner lot w/many custom features like no other! Backyard is all yours to create—a great space for a pool & outdoor kitchen w/easy access for storage.

PLENTY OF ROOM FOR AN RV & POSSIBILITY OF AN ADDITIONAL LIVING UNIT. Owner has taken complete pride of ownership w/the workmanship starting on the outside w/added stone & awnings/metal accents at exterior windows & custom door w/separate glass panel to open on warm evenings. Inviting & light living room w/high ceilings & easy-to-care-for tile flooring. Kitchen has granite counters, S/S appliances & plenty of counter space for the chef in the family. The Master Suite is an owner’s dream! Kitchen & baths have upgraded sinks, fixtures & lighting.

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Discover Cerrato in Hollister!

Tour Five Beautifully Decorated Model Homes Now selling! This new community in Hollister features solar homes that are rich in character and filled with innovation.

Choose from 3 single-story or 5 two-story plans that range in size from 1,616 – 3,183 square feet. With 8 exciting plans to discover, Cerrato provides many options to find your dream home in Hollister!

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To be the first to know about new releases, go to CerratoNewHomes.com and sign up for the interest list.

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Visit our Sales Office Today

705 Valencia Way Hollister, CA 95023 (located by Highway 25 and Meridian Avenue) (831) 313-0999 centurycommunities.com

Price, plans and terms are effective on the date of publication and subject to change without notice. Depictions of homes or other features are conceptual. Decorative items and other items shown may be decorator suggestions that are not included in the purchase price and availability may vary. Persons in photos do not reect racial preference and housing is open to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin. Š 2018 Century Communities.

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/ CONDO RENTALS

BELLAGIO VILLAS 2 Bedroom apartments starting at $2175.

Pool. Park like setting Contemporary landscaping.

1129 Monte Bello Drive, Gilroy, CA 95020. Apply online: bellagiovillas.eprodesse.com 408.847.2328

2BD/1.5BA $1,650 TriPlex 2BD/1BA $1,800 Older Victorian Available NOW

2/1 2/2 2/2 3/2

Two Story 2BD/1.5BA $2,150 1 Car garage with Washer/Dryer hook ups 4BD/2BA $3,300 Corner lot house in Gilroy Available NOW

HOLLISTER-RENTAL-PROPERTIES.COM EXECUTIVE OFFICE SUITE 200 Tres Pinos Road All inclusive Tenant responsible for telephone and internet, good signage, front location, good parking.

1/1

$2,400 $1,600

COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE 600 sq. ft.

$800

STORAGE UNITS

127 sq. ft. to 790 sq. ft.

Margaret L. Pidd, BROKER Professional Property Mgmt. & Sales

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

831.637.7337

For more information, call

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HOME & GARDEN SERVICES CONCRETE

FENCES

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Lic# 381833 Bonded & Insured

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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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HOLLISTER RENTAL PROPERTIES

339 Seventh St., Ste. B, Hollister

CALL 831.637.9273

HOLLISTER INDUSTRIAL LAND

$1,200

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HOLLISTER APARTMENT RENTALS

$750+ sec. dep.

Country Home Small Ranch, 2 Units 20+ Acres One Year Lease

Land Sales Built-to-Suit For Sale or Lease Select Lots Have Airport Access Financing Available

$900 $2,100 $2,850 $1,550

Contact Marilyn Ferreire, BRE 00409787 831.635.6700

RENTALS

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Tierra at Monte Bella is Now Selling!

Limited-time Incentive* Visit our Sales Office Today 1208 Campania Way, Salinas, CA centurycommunities.com (831) 800-3964 Se habla español

Tierra at Monte Bella is NOW SELLING! Visit our sales office and ask our sales team about special limited-time buyer incentives.

Tierra at Monte Bella, Century Communities’ newest community, offers five distinct 1 and 2-story floor plans that range in size from 1,543-2,853 square feet with base prices starting from the mid $400’s.

To be the first to know about new releases, go to centurycommunities.com and sign up for the interest list.

*Any incentives, credits or other seller contributions offered herein are effective on the date of publication and expire on 10/31/2018, unless otherwise determined by Seller. Offered for sale by BMC Realty Advisors, Inc. CA Broker License #01920450.

General Contractor License #971581. Seller reserves the right to make changes or modifications to plans, amenities, maps, plan specifications, materials, features, and colors without notice. Maps, plans, landscaping and elevation renderings are artist’s conceptions, are not to scale, and may not accurately depict the homes or lots as they are built. These illustrations may depict options and features that are not standard on all models. Optional features may be included in the purchase, and if included, will vary according to size and location of the lot. Exterior treatments, square footages, window locations, and room configurations may vary with elevation. Model home interior decorating, options, landscaping, fencing, and other amenities are for display purposes only. All marketing material is for illustrative purposes only and not a part of a legal contract. Square footages are approximate. All prices, plans, standard features, specifications, options, availability and estimated delivery dates are subject to change without prior notice. Additional restrictions may apply. See a New Home Counselor for further details. Depictions of homes or other features are conceptual. Decorative items and other items shown may be decorator suggestions that are not included in the purchase price and availability may vary. Persons in photos do not reflect racial preference and housing is open to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin. ©2018 Century Communities.