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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