Calendar of Events

Find out what is happening in the South Valley

Mondays

Grief Counseling

• The Visiting Nurses Association Hospice support group helps people deal with the emotions that come from losing a loved one. Meets 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the San Martin Presbyterian Church at 13200 Lincoln Ave., San Martin. Call Mick Erickson, the hospice chaplain, at (831) 236-1015.

Second Monday

Parkinson’s Support Group

• This monthly meeting supports persons and caregivers affected by Parkinson’s disease. The group meets from 1:30 -to 3 p.m. at Merrill Gardens in Gilroy. Details: please call (408) 691-5982

Second, fourth Mondays

Lions Club Morgan Hill

• The Lions Club meets at Mama Mia’s, 275 E. Dunne Ave., at 7 p.m. They focus on programs and services for the blind and visually impaired, and many other local programs. Details: (408) 723-1018.

Tuesday and Thursday

Historical Museum Open

• The Gilroy Historical Museum, located at 195 Fifth St., is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the first Saturday of the month.

Wednesdays

Wind Symphony Meets

• The Morgan Hill Wind Symphony meets from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall of the Grace Hill Church, 16970 DeWitt Ave., Morgan Hill. Bring your instrument and join the group. Details: www.mhws.org.

First Wednesday

Flower Lovers Meet

• If you love gardening and have a desire to learn more, meet us from 12:30 to 2 p.m. They meet monthly in the El Toro room at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road.

Second Wednesday

South Valley Wood Workers

• Meet at 7 p.m. at 9598 Ruth Lane, Morgan Hill. Details: (408) 463-9030.

Fourth Wednesdays

Embroiderers Guild of America

• The Gavilan Hills Chapter seeks new members. Meet at 10:30 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ, Latter-day Saints, 1790 E. Dunne Ave., Morgan Hill from through October. Proof of vaccination required. Masks worn indoors. The mission of the EGA is to inspire passion for the needle arts through education and the celebration of its heritage.

Thursdays

Duplicate Bridge

• Games are held 10 a.m. Thursdays at the Gilroy Senior Center, 7371 Hanna St. Details: (408) 921-8512 or email [email protected]. Also, Stone’s online duplicate game held Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 1:25 p.m. on BBO (Bridge Base Online).

Second Thursdays

Pacheco Pass 4-H Club

• The Pacheco Pass 4-H Club meets at 7 p.m., at the San Martin Lions Club, 12415 Murphy Ave. It serves youth 5 to 19. They also need adult volunteers. Details: [email protected] or (408) 472-6952 or visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PachecoPass4H

Second Friday

Horsemen Meet

• The San Martin Horsemen’s Association meets at 7 p.m. at the San Martin Lion’s Club, 12415 Murphy Ave. Details: www.smhorse.org.

Gilroy Ladies Gavilan Niners

• Women golfing group seeks new members: Details (408) 832-6372 or (408) 981-8551.

Saturdays

Running Group, Club Run

• The South Valley Running Club is hosting a group run at 8 a.m. Various distances. All levels welcome. Membership is not required. Details: www.svrchome.org.

Tour Morgan Hill Museum

• The Morgan Hill Museum and Hiram Morgan Hill house are now open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., with docents to welcome visitors and provide tours. Learn about the rich history of Morgan Hill and see new additions. The Villa Mira Monte grounds are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., where visitors can enjoy the Centennial History Trail and Rose garden at your leisure.

Through Oct. 30

Gilroy Gardens Halloween

• Gilroy Gardens’ Halloween celebration includes shows, rides, decorations and displays and trick-or-treating. Fridays: 5-10 p.m., Saturdays: 2-10 p.m., Sundays: 1-9 p.m. Tickets are $45. Location: 3050 Hecker Pass Highway.

Nov. 4

Jazz @ Gavilan

• After taking a break last year, the Jazz @ Gavilan Concert is returning this fall to the Gavilan College Theater, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd. The show will feature two groups including Gavilan faculty member, pianist Dahveed Behroozi’s ensemble and Los Angeles-based pianist Vardan Ovsepian’s ensemble. Both pianists have earned high accolades across the international jazz scene. The theater will be at 50 percent capacity, so make sure to get your tickets today before it sells out. Tickets are $20 and available at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/5276823, BookSmart, Gavilan Bookstore or at the door. Students are free with ID. Attendees must show proof of vaccination, a photo ID and wear a mask indoor. Health guidelines subject to change. For more information, email [email protected].

Nov. 11

Veterans Day

• The American Legion Gilroy Post #217 commemorates Veterans Day at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Building, 74 W. 6th St. The public is invited.

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