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, 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 Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., games start at 6:30 p.m.
Meditation, Yoga Sutra Study
• Join others for a time of meditation and inspiration from the Yoga Sutras, a foundational yoga and meditation text, from 1 to 2 p.m., at 8347 Church St. New and experienced students welcome. Required reading: “The Science of Self-Realization. Session is free, though donations are accepted. Details: (408) 842-0208.
Kiwanis Club
• The Morgan Hill Kiwanis Club meets at 7 p.m. at Mama Mia’s Restaurant, 275 E. Dunne Ave. Details: Margaret Graham at [email protected].
First, Third Tuesdays
San Martin 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
Gilroy Historical Museum Open
• The 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.
Armchair Theologians
• Armchair Theologians (Church Book Club) of Gilroy United Methodist Church is reading the book “Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln” by Doris Kearns Goodwin. They meet at 7 p.m. in the Fireside Room in the church building at 7600 Church St. All book lovers are welcome. Details: the church office email at [email protected].
Meditation Classes
• Discover the life-enhancing benefits of regular meditation from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., at 8347 Church St. Beginning and experienced meditators welcome. Free, donations accepted. Details: (408) 842-0208.
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.
First, second & fourth Wednesdays
Learn About Scouts
• Troop 730 meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Masonic Center on W. Dunne Ave. Boys and girls interested in learning more about scouting are invited to drop in to meet the troop. Details www.troopwebhost.org/Troop730MorganHill.
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
• Golfing group seeks new members. Details (408) 832-6372.
Grief Support Group
• This monthly Bible-based meeting supports parents who have lost a child. This group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Email [email protected] for location and more information.
Thursdays (thru 4/13)
Beginning Bridge Lessons
• Learn to play bridge from 2:30 to 4:15 p.m. at the Gilroy Senior Center, 7341 Hanna St. Register in person at the senior center, call (408) 846-0414 or online at www.CityofGilroy/RecOnline.
Third Thursday
Women in Touch ll
• Join the meetings from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. They 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.
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.
Farmers’ Market
• The Morgan Hill Certified Farmers’ Market brings together farmers, food producers and consumers from Morgan Hill, Gilroy, and Hollister from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Third and Depot streets. A family-friendly Kids Craft is included with fun educational projects to delight all ages. Parking is available at the Caltrain depot, accessed via Butterfield Boulevard.
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 giving tours. Learn about the city’s history and see some new additions to the museum. The Villa Mira Monte grounds are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Visitors can enjoy the Centennial History Trail and the rose garden at leisure.
Feb. 17
Live Music
• Check out Vintage Point Live at 8 p.m. at Tempo Kitchen and Bar, 7560 Monterey St.
Feb. 22
“Re-engaging Post Pandemic”
• Learn how to reconnect and support others struggling to reconnect in this post-pandemic era. Retired NASA scientist Tom Williams explores healthy ways to re-engage socially based on his research into human health and performance in the challenging conditions of long space expeditions virtually from noon to 1 p.m. Register at https://events.aarp.org/event/0244ec36-b6c5-4848-877a-57ba08100abe/summary
Winemaker’s Dinner with Cinnabar Winery
• Enjoy a dinner and wine beginning at 7 p.m. at Tempo Kitchen and Bar, 7560 Monterey St. The cost is $120 each, purchase at www.tempokb.com
Feb. 24
Mardi Gras Party
• Enjoy a Mardi Gras Party at 7 p.m. at Tempo Kitchen and Bar, 7560 Monterey St. Reserve a spot on Resy.
Feb. 25
Winter Weeding Party
• Join others at Chitactac Adams Heritage County Park from 10 a.m. to noon for a winter weeding party. Learn about the park’s history, get some exercise, and connect to nature rain or shine. Sign up at (408) 206-4380 or email [email protected].
Feb. 28
Learn About Climate Change
• The Climate Education and Action Committee of AAUW is presenting a program titled “Climate Change is Real. Where do we go From Here?” from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Library, 660 W. Main Ave. Panel features Lesley Miles, architect; Kari Hall, NBC Bay Area meteorologist; and Maddy Kangas, Monarch Butterfly Conservation Planner.
March 4
Raincoats and Rubber Boots
• This event takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Henry W. Coe State Park. Bring kids, rubber boots and raincoats (or shorts and a T-shirt depending on the weather), lunch, snacks, drinks, towels and dry clothes for the ride home. Also, bring a bike and helmet and ride the Mountain Biking Challenge Course for kids. There is a $6 parking fee. Bring exact amount. Volunteers are needed. Call Chere at (408) 683-2247.