Gilroy Today 2013 06 Summer | Page 4

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Garlic City Mercantile
& Shirtworks
408.842.6501 7550 Monterey Street
Come Downtown and be tempted by our many wonderful garlicky condiments , sauces , seasonings , gifts and décor items . Be sure to ask how the Shirtworks can provide you with custom embroidery ; personalized shirts , caps , jackets , towels & linens .
DreamPower Horsemanship
Equine Facilitated Therapy
408.686.0535 dreampowerhorsemanship . com
A non-profit charity serving our community for ten years , providing equine facilitated therapy for children , teens and adults . Offers a Horses for Heroes program for veterans and their families , free of charge . Donations are appreciated .
Fifth Street Coffee
Yolanda Castaneda & Daniel Pina
408.337.5685 7501 Monterey Street
New downtown coffee shop features fresh roasted coffee beans , freshly baked pastries , ice cream made from natural ingredients , free WiFi and always FREE smiles . Be sure to stop by for an amazing cup of coffee .

Community Tidbits

GILROY RELAY FOR LIFE
JUNE 22-23 , 2013 — Relay For Life of Gilroy is a fun and unique 24-hour event to increase cancer awareness . Teams formed by friends and families , local businesses , community groups and individuals raise much-needed funds for the American Cancer Society ’ s programs and services . At Relay , team members take turns walking or running around a track , relay-style , and enjoy fun activities and entertainment off the track . This year ’ s American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Gilroy is scheduled for Saturday June 22 - Sunday June 23 ( 10 am -10 am ) on the Christmas Hill Park Ranch Site ( 7049 Miller Avenue ).
24th Annual DAY IN THE COUNTRY “
SEPTEMBER 14 , 2013 — The Gilroy Foundation presents their 24th Annual Day In the Country fundraiser “ For The Love Of The Game ” to be held at the Gilroy Lodge on the Hill . Be sure to mark your calendar . Additional information available on their website at gilroyfoundation . org .
FIFTH ANNUAL GILROY KIDS TRIATHLON
JULY 13 , 2013 — Celebrate life by promoting a fun and healthy lifestyle . For children from ages 5 -13 years old . This fun swim , bike and run event begins at 8 am . Entry includes a race packet , t-shirt and a goody bag . Register by July 3 ( registration may not be available the day of the event ). Cost : $ 30 ( residents ). Register online or at the City Parks & Recreation Department . Location : Gilroy High School Pool , 750 West 10th Street and surrounding areas .
CHITACTAC FAMILY DAY
JULY 7 , 2013 — Families are invited from 10 am to 2 pm to come and celebrate Ohlone Indian culture , discover the heritage and people of the ancient site and experience taditional crafts and demonstrations . Also , see and learn about native wildlife . The event is FREE . Food is available for purchase . Chitactac Adams County Park , 10001 Watsonville Road . More info : Chris Carson 408.918.7772 or parkhere . org .
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