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., 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.
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.
First, second, fourth Wed.
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.
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
• 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
• Meetings from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 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.
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.
First, Second Saturdays
Gilroy Museum
• The Gilroy Museum has added hours and is now open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Second Saturday
Daughters of the Amer. Revolution
• Members from Hollister, Gilroy, San Juan Bautista and Morgan Hill meet at 10 a.m. (through May). The DAR is a nonprofit, nonpolitical women’s volunteer service organization dedicated to promoting historic preservation, education and patriotism. Visit them at www.gilroy.californiadar.org. Details: [email protected].
March 19
Benefit Concert
• The Gilroy Elks Lodge Scholarship Benefit Concert featuring the Pacific Brass Band takes place at 2 p.m., at the Lodge, 2765 Hecker Pass Highway. The event includes a hosted Champagne reception with appetizers, the concert and a silent auction and raffle. Tickets are $35 per person. Tickets are available at the Lodge office, or call (408) 842-9397 from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Details: (408) 842-9397. Proceeds go to the Gilroy Elks Scholarship Fund.
March 25
Pasta Feed Fundraiser
• Enjoy an all-you-can-eat pasta dinner, live music with Cook ‘N Fenny Combo, a silent auction, drawings, and more from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Old City Hall Restaurant, 7400 Monterey St. Proceeds support Operation Freedom Paws, a nonprofit that empowers veterans, first responders, children and other individuals with disabilities through lifesaving service dog teams, at no cost to them. The cost for the dinner is $45 per person. Tickets available at https://2023ofppasta.givesmart.com.
March 23-26
Peter Pan on Stage
• Take a journey to Neverland with Carol Romo’s production of Peter Pan Jr! at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse. Shows are 7 p.m. March 23 & 24, 1 and 6 p.m. March 25, and 2 p.m. March 26. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for 12 and younger and available at http://bit.ly/412vTfd.
April 2
Holi Celebration
• Holi is celebrated around the world and will be celebrated from noon to 3 p.m. at Christmas Hill Park, 7050 Miller Ave., Gilroy. Bring a dish to share for about 10 people, wear white and bring some color. There will be some provided by the sponsors Indian Association of South County. Details: [email protected].