Calendar of Events

Find out what’s happening in the South Valley with our community calendar

Second Mondays

Parkinson’s Support Group
• This monthly meeting supports persons and caregivers affected by Parkinson’s disease. The group meets on the second Monday of each month from 1:30 – 3:00 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., at Grace Hill Church, 16970 DeWitt Ave., Morgan Hill. Bring your instrument and join the group. Details: www.mhws.org.

Symphony Searching for Musicians
• The South Valley Symphony rehearses from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at Solorsano Middle School in Gilroy. They are rebuilding in viola, cello, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, French horn, and percussion-timpani sections. Contact [email protected] or come to a rehearsal.

Toastmasters Meet
• Gilroy Toastmasters Club #7022252 provides a friendly, supportive environment for members to learn, practice and polish communication and leadership skills. They currently meet from 7:15 to 8:125 a.m. via Zoom. Contact for meeting details: Lisa Blagof, [email protected], or call (408) 529-1248.

First, third Wednesdays

Exchange Club Meets
• The Exchange Club of Gilroy meets from noon to 1 p.m., at Mama Mia’s, 1360 1st St. Guests enjoy a free lunch. Details: Denise Brolin at (408) 848-3861.

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 them at 10 a.m. through October. They meet at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, Madrone Room 17000 Monterey Road. 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).

Gilroy Ladies Gavilan Niners
• Women golfing group seeks new members: Details (408) 832-6372.

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 youths 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.

Third Thursday

Women in Touch II
• Renew friendships and make new friends. Join the Women in Touch meetings from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meetings include lunch and lively entertainment at the Elks Lodge, 2765 Hecker Pass Highway. Cost is $28 and reservation is required. Details: [email protected].

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.

Saturdays

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

Tour Morgan Hill Museum
• The Morgan Hill Museum and Hiram Morgan Hill house are open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., with docents welcoming visitors and providing tours. Learn about the city’s history and see some great new additions. The Villa Mira Monte grounds are now open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, where visitors can enjoy the Centennial History Trail and the beautiful rose garden at leisure.

Morning Bike Ride
• Weekly co-ed, no-drop ride averaging 25 miles. Meet at Bike Therapy, 17540 Depot St. at 7:30 a.m. in Morgan Hill Road bike and drop handlebars required.

Women’s Ride
• Get out with a supportive group of ladies for a 20-25-mile casual ride. New riders welcome. Meet at Bike Therapy, 17540 Depot St. at 9:30 a.m. Road bike and drop handlebars required. Rain cancels. An RSVP at www.facebook.com/ridemorganhill is appreciated.

First, Second Saturdays

Gilroy Museum
• The Gilroy Museum has added hours and is now open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Feb. 5

OFP Crab Feed To-Go
• Operation Freedom Paws Crab Feed To-Go benefits the nonprofit. The Crab Feast To-Go is $65 and includes pasta with marinara sauce, salad, garlic bread, and dessert. Not a fan of crab? No problem. They’ve got two tasty alternatives: Chicken Cordon Bleu Dinner is $50 and includes salad, fresh vegetables, garlic bread and dessert; or a Vegetarian Polenta Dinner that is $50 and includes salad, fresh vegetables, garlic bread and dessert. Must reserve a pickup time from Old City Hall Restaurant and order in advance at www.ofpcrabtogo.givesmart.com.

Feb. 8 & 22, March 8 & 22

Preschool Playtime
• Join Preschool Playtime at Morgan Hill Bible Church. Details: (408) 778-5083.

Feb. 12

Book Sale
• The Gilroy Friends of the Library Book Sale is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the library, 350 W. 6th St. They are also looking for science fiction and fantasy book donations.

Feb. 25

GAL Grant Requests
• The Gilroy Assistance League is accepting grant requests that will benefit youth organizations, programs, and schools. In 2021, GALs gave out $16,000 to various youth services. A formal grant request proposal must be completed and returned no later than Friday, Feb. 25. Forms may be downloaded from at www.gilroyassistanceleague.org. Details: Paula Goldsmith at [email protected].

Feb. 26

Rotary Blood Drive
• The Gilroy Sunrise Rotary Club will host a community blood drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Gilroy Veterans Hall, 74 W. 6th St. For more information or to make an appointment, sign up at redcrossblood.org. Donors with all blood types are needed, especially those with types O negative, A negative and B negative.

March 2

Morgan Hill Flower Lovers
• The Morgan Hill Flower Lovers is having an open invitation for potential members interested in perfecting their knowledge of gardening. They meet at 12:30 p.m. in the El Toro Room at the Community & Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road.