Calendar of Events
Find out what’s happening in the South Valley with our community calendar
Mondays
Line Dancing
• Enjoy line dancing from 6 to 8 p.m., at the San Martin Lions Club, 12415 Murphy Ave., San Martin. All levels welcome. Beginner line dancing starts at the beginning of the hour. Details: Denise Vaccaro, [email protected], (650) 400-6944.
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 Wednesday
Flower Lovers Meet
• 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. at the Community & Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road.
First, third Wednesdays
Lions Club Meets
• Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. virtually and occasionally at 12415 Murphy Ave., San Martin. They support local and global activities. Details: [email protected].
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 at 10 a.m. through October, at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 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.
First Thursday
American Legion Meets
• The American Legion Gilroy Post #217 meets at 6 p.m. at the Veterans Building, 74 W. 6th St. Details: Ray Sanchez, Adjutant (408) 607-3280.
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 Gilroy Elks Lodge, 2765 Hecker Pass Highway. The cost is $28 and reservations are 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 new additions. The Villa Mira Monte grounds are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., where visitors can enjoy the Centennial History Trail and rose garden at leisure.
Morning Bike Ride
• Weekly co-ed, no-drop ride averaging 25 miles. Meet at Bike Therapy, 17540 Depot St., Morgan Hill at 7:30 a.m. Road bike and drop handlebars required.
First, Second Saturdays
Gilroy Museum
• The Gilroy Museum has added hours and is now open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Feb. 22, March 8 & 22
Preschool Playtime
• Join Preschool Playtime at Morgan Hill Bible Church. Details: (408) 778-5083.
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 local youth services. A formal grant request proposal must be completed and returned no later than Friday, Feb. 25. Forms may be downloaded 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 and enjoyment of gardening. They meet at 12:30 p.m. in the El Toro Room at the Community & Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill.