The Hornitos Patrons Club began as the Parents Club for the Hornitos School in the 1950's. At that time it raised monies to provide a hot lunch for the children atending the school. The lunch was provided by Hazel McDonell of Roy's Cafe. At the time Dorothy and George Bauer were the custodians at the school. Monies were also provided to fund field trips. The club became the Hornitos Patron's Club so the community, not just the school, could be the focus of its efforts.
The Hornitos Patrons Club also administers the St. Catherine's Church Fund. This fund is used to pay for improvements to the Gold Rush era St Catherine's Catholic Church in Hornitos. The church is used for mas several times a year, as well as for weddings and baptisms. To send donations for memorials, cementery, or church upkeep, send a check to HPC, P.O. Box 341, Hornitos, Ca 95325.
We invite you to join the Hornitos Patrons Club, even if you can't attend the meetings which are normally held on the first Monday of the month in the Golden Stag Hall in Hornitos, Ca at 6:00 in the evening. Dues are just $10.00 per year year and are due and payable before March 30th of the year. To join print out a membership form and mail it to Hornitos Patrons Club, P.O. Box 341, Hornitos, CA. Forms are available at the Join Us link.
