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Hill’s Bookstore holds first Homeschool Book Fair
Founded in 1948 as the Scholastic Book Club, the Scholastic Book Fair has been a mainstay of public schools and their more literary students since 1981. On Nov. 3, Hill’s Bookstore in Hollister is offering homeschoolers and their parents the same chance to find a new and exciting book to read at its first Homeschool Book Fair, which is planned to be an annual affair.
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Northern California artist works to preserve history of Punjabi-Mexican culture
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List of 2026 Día de los Muertos events in the Central Valley
Communities around Central California are hosting several events to celebrate Día de los Muertos this year. Here's a list of events happening around the region: FRESNO COUNTY DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS CELEBRATION TIME: 11 A.M.- 3 P.M. ADDRESS: Fresno Memorial Gardens - 175 S Cornelia Ave, Fresno, CA 93706 INFO: Join us as we honor and remember our loved ones with a special celebration filled with food, games, community, and cherished memories. Community Altar available starting October 26th. Gone from our sight, but forever in our hearts. 559-268-7823 DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS MOVIE NIGHT: COCO TIME: 6 - 8 P.M. ADDRESS: TEN TAVERN 1177 N WILLOW AVE I NFO: It’s time to celebrate family, music, and tradition at Ten Tavern. Join us November 1, 2026, for a family-friendly Blockbusters and Bites featuring Disney and Pixar’s Coco, paired with a vibrant 8-course dining experience served in sync with the film. Each course is inspired by memorable moments from Miguel’s extraordinary journey through the Land of the Dead, featuring flavors and traditions that honor the spirit of Día de los Muertos. From family recipes and colorful celebrations to sweet treats and a heartwarming finale, this immersive culinary experience unfolds alongside every scene.
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Hollister to celebrate Día de los Muertos with ‘Altares on San Benito’
For the last three weeks, two classes of Marcus Rueda’s Hollister High School art class have been designing and building ofrendas, the traditional Day of the Dead altars dedicated to the memory of deceased friends and family members. Each of the altars the 66 students are producing has been...
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Etana takes her tour to smaller venues, returning to California to perform at Deja Blue.
Etana’s story began in a place she considers a breeding ground for musicians: Kingston, Jamaica. Born there as Shauna McKenzie, her 2008 debut album The Strong One is a proclamation of who she is and who she no longer is, and her works have continued to express life’s changes. There is an inner strength and resilience throughout.
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Jesse Daniel Celebrates Looks Like Rain with an Intimate, Sold-Out Show at Felton Music Hall
What a special night at Felton Music Hall! On Sunday, October 25, Jesse Daniel celebrated the release of his new album, Looks Like Rain, with an intimate, sold-out performance in the heart of the San Lorenzo Valley. No backing band, no big production — just Jesse, his guitar, and a room full of people who love his music. It was one of those shows that reminded you just how special it is to experience a great songwriter up close, hearing the songs and stories in their purest form.