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. Beginners start at the beginning of the hour. Cost is $5. Details: Denise Vaccaro, [email protected], (650) 400-6944.
Grief Counseling
• The Visiting Nurses Association Hospice support group helps people deal with emotions that come from losing a loved one. Meets 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the San Martin Presbyterian Church, 13200 Lincoln Ave. Details: (831) 236-1015.
Second Mondays
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.
Tuesdays
Bingo
• Play Bingo at the Community Center, 17000 Monterey Road. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games start at 6:30 p.m.
First, Third Tuesdays
San Martin Lions Club
• Lions Club meetings are at 7 p.m. virtually and occasionally on-site at 12415 Murphy Ave. They support local and global activities. Details: [email protected].
Tuesday and Thursday
Historical Museum Open
• The Gilroy Historical Museum, 195 Fifth St., is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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. Bring your instrument. Details: www.mhws.org.
First Wednesday
Flower Lovers Meet
• The Flower Lovers meet from 12:15 to 2 p.m. at the Community Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road. The September meeting features a plant exchange where everyone is invited to bring a plant or two from your garden to exchange for something new. Find out how you can be a part of gardening history from members as they celebrate their 97th year.
Second Wednesday
South Valley Wood Workers
• Meet at 7 p.m. at 9598 Ruth Lane, Morgan Hill. Details: (408) 463-9030.
Fourth Wednesday
Embroiderers Guild of America
• The Gavilan Hills Chapter seeks new members. Meet at 10 a.m. at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road. Proof of vaccination required. Masks 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. 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.
Gilroy Ladies Gavilan Niners
• Women golfing group seeks new members: Details (408) 832-6372.
Grief Support Group
• This monthly Bible-based meeting supports parents who have lost a child of any age. This group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Email [email protected] for location and more information.
Third Thursday
Women in Touch ll
• Join the Women in Touch meetings from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meetings include lunch and entertainment at the Elks Lodge, 2765 Hecker Pass Highway. Cost is $28 and reservation required. Details: [email protected]. Visit www.womenintouchll.org.
Second Friday
Horsemen Meet
• The San Martin Horsemen’s Association meets at 7 p.m. at the San Martin Lions Club, 12415 Murphy Ave. Details: www.smhorse.org.
Saturdays
Running Group, Club Run
• The South Valley Running Club hosts a group run at 8 a.m. Various distances. All levels welcome. Membership is not required. Details: www.svrchome.org.
First, Second Saturdays
Gilroy Museum
• The Gilroy Museum has added hours and is now open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Aug. 19
Meet the Artists
• The Gilroy Center for the Arts welcomes the Artist Spotlight Series where they highlight individual artists who have exceptional talent and skill and have a body of work to showcase. Meet the featured artists from 5 to 8 p.m. at the center, 7341 Monterey Road.
Aug. 23
Meet the Author
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The Morgan Hill American Association of University Women invite the public to meet Beth Anstandig, author of the book The Human Herd: Awakening Our Natural Leadership discussing women empowerment and leadership from 7 to 9 p.m., in the Morgan Hill Library, 660 W. Main Ave. The event is open to the public and can also be joined via Zoom (Meeting ID: 833 7516 1576 Passcode 571880). You can find more information in this online at www.aauwmh.org/newsletter-august-program/.
Aug. 24
Open House
• Join Visit California, Visit Gilroy, and the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce to help support the connection between businesses, destination marketing organizations, chambers, and welcome centers from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., at the California Welcome Center Gilroy Open House, 8155-6 Arroyo Circle. All attendees will be entered to win a raffle prize. Light food and beverage will be provided. RSVP is required. Please visit Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/california-welcome-center-gilroy-open-house-tickets to reserve your space.
Aug. 27
E-waste disposal
• The Gilroy Chamber of Commerce and Zero Waste Silicon Valley invite businesses and residents to drop-off their electronic waste from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce parking lot off of Eigleberry, 7471 Monterey St. This is a free contactless drive-thru event. The general rule of thumb is that if it has a plug, you can recycle it. Batteries, lightbulbs, refrigerators, ovens/stoves, washers/dryers, large household appliances are not accepted.
Sept. 10
Boots and Brews
• The Boots and Brews musical festival returns to the Morgan Hill Outdoor Sports Center, 16500 Condit Road from 1 to 10 p.m. This year’s artists include Brothers Osborne, Jordan Davis, Adam Doleac, and Avery Anna. Tickets are available at www.cbfproductions.ticketspice.com/boots-and-brews-morgan-hill.
Sept. 10 – 18
Second Chance Week
• The cities of Gilroy and Morgan Hill are celebrating the 20th annual 2nd Chance Week. It includes citywide garage sales, waste awareness days, coats for kids and adults, and other events to give your stuff a second chance and help the community and the environment. Details www.secondchanceweek.com or (408) 310-4169.
Nov. 19
Holiday Boutique
• The Holly Jolly Holiday Boutique takes place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the San Martin Lions Club, 12415 Murphy Ave. Space available for rent at $75 per space (includes one table and two chairs). Contact Beth at [email protected] for an application.