Bette left this earth this year. She was a great daughter, sister, mother and friend. If you ever heard her laugh you had to wonder if the laugh came from this polished, well-groomed, sophisticated and elegant women. We want to recall her life at our event this year.

In Bette’s own words:

"I love education! I received my post high school education when my children were five and three (1980). My parents were both lifetime teachers. My mom taught English and Latin (at W. C. Overfelt High School). Dad taught math and science. The latter of which I did not excel in until College, to be honest."

"In 1982, I received my AA degree at San Jose City College graduating summa cum laude. May, 1988 I earned my BA at San Jose State University and then my Masters in 1992. I graduated magna cum laude, at the same time my daughter turned 18. Yes, it took me ten years, but I did it."

"I like to write. I have two copyrights:1000 San Jose State University Students and Domestic Violence and Overcoming the Blues: A Self-Help Booklet. The three children's cookbooks are my favorites: One was an early reader cookbook for five and older. The second is a setup food preparation activity in a box for an individual or group of three or four pre-school aged children. Last, but not least thereof, is a favorite cookbook my six Family Day Care children and I created, which includes recipes that describe/demonstrate how to prepare our most delicious treats. The preface and humorous notes throughout consist of health reminders about food preparation, handling, and cleanliness."

Please Join Us at the Bette Ruch-Rose End-of-Summer Cookout at Calero!

Saturday, Sept 18, 12:00pm - 6:00pm (new time!)
Calero Ranch Stables, San Jose

This end-of-summer cookout features:

Face painting and balloon art by Wendy Grace of Neverland Faces.
Horse and pony rides, bounce house, swimming pool, and family fun activities!

Elvis impersonator along with his pink Cadillac (12:30pm - 1:45pm)
BBQ serving 3pm to 5pm; non-alcoholic beverages; vegetarian options
Silent auction, live auction, and 50/50 raffle. Find out more!
Two live bands and dancing in the barn: Dementia for the death metal fans and The Silverbacks for the classic rock/blues fans.

The money we raise will benefit the Booster Club of William C. Overfelt High School, the third oldest high school in the East Side Union High School District of San Jose, serving over 1,500 students. Funding is needed for advanced learning, band and music programs, special interest clubs, athletics and other programs that help get underprivileged students started on a path to an optimistic future.

Cost: $25 per person; children under 12 are $10.

Register: www.mod-marketing.com/Cookout
Please help us identify the headcount for this event by filling out our registration form. Admission costs will be collected at the door. Heart of Technology is a non-profit organization. Event fees are tax deductible; receipts are also available at the door.

Guided Horseback Trail Rides and Pony Rides

Heart of Technology is offering 30-minute guided trail rides for a separate fee of $25. Preregistration is required to secure a time slot.

Free pony rides will also be available in the arena; no preregistration is required.

More information and forms >

Don't Miss Elvis from 12:30pm - 1:45pm

Rick Torres, the Bay Area's #1 Elvis impersonator and 2008-9 Rising Star Entertainer of the Year, will be making a guest appearance from 12:30pm to 1:45pm. Elvis will be performing songs and taking memento pictures. Winner of a raffle will get a ride with Elvis in his Pink Caddy!

Auctions and Raffle

50/50 raffle: 12:00pm - 3:00pm (winner receives half of the amount collected from raffle tickets; must be present to win)
Silent auction: 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Live auction: 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Cash is preferred; credit cards are accepted.

Here are just some of the exciting items up for auction!

Donated By	Auction Items
P A C I F I C G R O V E A R E A
Pt. Pinos Golf Links Scenic Drive	Certificate for golf for 4 players with carts
Lighthouse Lodge, Lighthouse Ave.	Lodging for 1 night
Lattitudes at Lovers Point OR Isabellas at Old Fisherman's Wharf	$50 dinner certficate
FishWife Seafood & Pasta Caribbean Coastal Cuisine	$75 dinner certificate
Diamonds to Rust (Antiques), Lighthouse Ave.	Angel statue
Pt. Pinos Grill at Scenic Drive at the Golf Links	Certificate for lunch for 2
International Cuisine Restaurant, Lighthouse Ave.	$30 dinner card
C A R M E L A R E A
Bahama Billy's Island Steakhouse	Certificate for restaurant at The Barnyard
Two Sisters by Design	Crystal necklace
Impressions - Carmel Plaza	Necklace & earring set
Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument	2 Tickets for Heart Castle Tour & Screening of National Geographic Theater movie
Little Swiss Cafe	Certificate for 2 meals
Little Swiss Cafe	Certificate for 2 meals
M O N T E R E Y A R E A
Portola Hotel & Spa	Overnite stay & dinner for 2 at Jack's Restaurant (in the hotel)
Sand to Glass Design, Canary Row	Pendant & chain
Chris' Whale Watching	Certificate for 2 persons for whale watching
Shake's Old Fisherman's Grotto	Dinner certificate
Becki Holtzer	Chocolate Basket (Ghiradelli & Godiva coffees, tote bag, candies, etc.)
Paris Bakery & Cafe	Certificate for bakery or cafe
L O S G A T O S / S A N J O S E / S A N F R A N C I S C O A R E A
Jim Hogan	iPad
Pete Hansen	2 framed pictures of racing horses
Forbes Mill Steakhouse	2 dinner gift cards
Becki Holtzer	Crystal necklace from Greek Festival, Monterey
La Concha Spa & Becki Holtzer	Spa basket with La Concha Spa Certificate for Swedish massage or mini-facial, spa candle, other spa items
La Concha Spa & Becki Holtzer	Spa basket with La Concha Spa Certificate for Swedish massage or mini-facial, chocolate spa items
La Concha Spa and Becki Holtzer	Spa products
Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park	Admission tickets for 2
Liberty Tax Service	Certificate for tax preparation
Liberty Tax Service	Certificate for tax preparation
Tori Hair Salon	Certificate for 2 haircuts OR color & highlights
Star Hartley	2 photographs matted & framed by Rob Lehman Photography
Fast Frame	Ladies of Golf, hand-colored etching by Lynette Ewoldt, signed & framed
FastFrame	Hummingbird, matted & framed
FastFrame	Cottage Flowers print by Robert White, matted & framed
Ruth Medina	Custom set of silver earrings made by Robert Sepulveda
Star Hartley	Painting, framed
O T H E R A R E A S
Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, Reno, NV	2-night stay in the Tower Guest Room

Directions and Parking

Calero Ranch Stables is located inside Calero County Park
23201 McKean Road, San Jose, CA 95141, 408.267.2567
www.caleroranchstables.com

Directions >

About Overfelt High School

Overfelt High School is one of eleven comprehensive high schools in the East Side Union High School District. The school was built in 1962 and is the third oldest high school in the district. Located in San Jose’s East Side Tropicana/Mayfair neighborhoods, the school serves over 1,500 students. The neighborhood is comprised of working class families who live in modest single-family and multiple-family dwellings. Although a significant number of families own their own homes, the majority of Overfelt families are renters. The average family income is considerably less than the average income level for all families living in Santa Clara County. Approximately 66% of Overfelt families qualify for free and reduced lunch programs. The average educational level of Overfelt parents is tenth grade. Ninety-eight percent of Overfelt’s student population is ethnic minority and is comprised of 73.6% Latino, 9.6% Asian, 9.4% Filipino, 2.8% African-American, and 2% other. Forty-two percent of Overfelt High School students are English language learners. There are more than 15 languages and cultures represented at Overfelt High School. To find out more about Overfelt, visit http://wo.ca.campusgrid.net/home.

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