Calendar of Events
Find out what’s happening in the South Valley with our community calendar
Monday
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 Monday
Parkinson’s Support Group
• This meeting supports those affected by Parkinson’s disease, including family members and caretakers. The group meets from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Merrill Gardens in Gilroy. Details: please call (408) 691-5982.
Second, fourth Monday
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 other programs. Details: (408) 723-1018.
Tuesday
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 meditation and inspiration from the Yoga Sutras, a foundational yoga and meditation text, from 1 to 2 p.m., 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 Tuesday
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.
work2future Orientations
• Attend a work2future orientation at 2:30 p.m. at the facility, 379 Tomkins Court. work2future helps Santa Clara County residents get the skills and coaching they need to find a new job, get a promotion, or start a new career. Details: (408) 758-3477 or work2future.org.
Wednesday
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 are welcome. Free, but donations are accepted. Details: (408) 842-0208.
First Wednesday
Flower Lovers Meet
• The Flower Lovers meet from 12:15 to 2 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road. Due to construction, use the 5th Street entrance to the parking lot.
Second Wednesday
South Valley Wood Workers
• Meet at 7 p.m., 9598 Ruth Lane, Morgan Hill. Details: (408) 463-9030.
Fourth Wednesday
Embroiderers Guild of America
• The Gavilan Hills Chapter seeks new members. They meet at 10 a.m. at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road. Proof of vaccination is required. Masks required 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 Wednesday
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.
Thursday
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 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.
Second Thursday
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 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.
Saturday
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 Farmers’ Market unites 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 projects to delight all ages. Parking is available at the Caltrain depot, 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. 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.
Gilroy Ukulele Jam
• Meets at 8:30 a.m. at Cafe 152 Bread Co., 60 4th St., corner of 4th & Eigleberry streets, Gilroy. All levels of players welcome. Play and sing and have fun. Don’t be shy and don’t wait.
First, Second Saturday
Gilroy Museum
• The Gilroy Museum has added hours and is now open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Second Saturday
Downtown Walking Tours
• Enjoy a free historic tour of downtown hosted by the Morgan Hill Historical Society from 10 a.m. to noon. Meet at the Morgan Hill Parking Garage (3rd Street off Monterey Road). No reservations required. Learn more: www.morganhillhistoricalsociety.org.
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].
June 8-11
Ramayana on Stage
• Join Hanuman, the monkeys, Prince Rama and Prince Lakshmana, as they journey to Lanka in their quest to rescue Princess Sita in the 44th Mount Madonna School “Ramayana!” — a musical theater production adapted for modern audiences and replete with lively action, dazzling costumes, humor and universal life lessons. “Ramayana!” returns to the stage to entertain audiences at the Mexican Heritage Theater in San Jose. All seats are reserved and tickets are available at mountmadonnaschool.org/ramayana. The production features a cast of students ranging from preschool to high school, and includes traditional and contemporary music and features an adult choir and musicians, with more than a dozen original, standout songs.
June 10
Book Sale
• The Friends of the Gilroy Library will hold their monthly book sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the library, 350 W. Sixth St. Books are $5 per bag for members and $8 per bag for non-members. The Isabel Jewell Bookstore is open from 1 to 3 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, and Friday; from 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday; and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, and from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the second and fourth Saturdays of the month.
Fun Run and Walk
• The Hunting Hollow 5k/10k Fun Run and Walk takes place at 8:30 a.m. at Henry Coe State Park. It is a relatively flat dirt road that occasionally cross a creek. Proceeds used by the Pine Ridge Association to fund projects for Coe Park. Details: www.coepark.net/hh5k10k.
Meditation Workshop
• “Beyond Worry: Being at Peace with the Unknown” mindfulness meditation workshop takes place from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Morgan Hill House, Villa Mira Monte, 17860 Monterey Road. Led by James Morrison, who was a Buddhist monk for more than 30 years. Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners; includes the basics of sitting, walking and eating meditation. Teachings offered on a donation basis. Participation is limited. For complete details and to reserve your place, contact Carol at [email protected].
June 21
Horsemen Meet
• The San Martin Horsemen’s Association meets from 7 to 8 p.m. at Saddles and Treasures in Gilroy. Early Shopping time available starting at 6 p.m. Details: www.smhorse.org.
Security and Scams
• Learn what Is real and what is a scam and how to use technology safely in this informative presentation by John Fancher, retired Apple employee and city volunteer. The one hour event takes place from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road. The cost is $10. Register at www.mhreconline.com (course #SSZ013) or at the door. Details: (408) 782-1284.