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 379 Tomkins Court. work2future helps Santa Clara County residents acquire 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.

South Bay Singers Rehearse

• The South Bay Singers rehearse from 7 to 9:15 p.m. through Nov. 29 at Grace Hill Church, 16970 DeWitt Ave., Morgan Hill. Concerts are Dec. 2 and 3.

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
• Bridge games are held at 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 are 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 are held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. include lunch and entertainment at the Elks Lodge, 2765 Hecker Pass Highway. Price is $35 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].

Now through Aug. 20

Virtual Photographic Exhibition
• The Morgan Hill Photography Club presents a virtual exhibition entitled “What is It?” and consists of 28 images by 10 artists who have photographed objects that should be familiar to most viewers but may not be immediately recognizable because of the way the photographers present them. The exhibition can be viewed online at: www.morganhillphotographyclub.org/?page_id=5348. For more information about the Morgan Hill Photography Club, visit: www.morganhillphotographyclub.org.

Walking Tours
• The next Gilroy Historical Society walking tour takes place from 10 a.m. to noon and includes Fifth Street. In front of the Gilroy museum, 195 Fifth St. Details: Gilroy Museum at (408) 846-0446.

Aug. 7

Mental Health Access
• The Santa Clara County Library District is partnering with the County of Santa Clara Health System, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Santa Clara County, and Bay Area Legal Aid (BayLegal) to educate and empower local residents around mental health care through a series of events taking place at libraries. The goal is to provide crucial information about accessing mental health care services. The event at the Gilroy Library takes place from 6 to 7 p.m. at the library, 350 W. Sixth St.

Aug. 12

Book Sale
• The Friends of Gilroy Library monthly Book Sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the library, 350 West Sixth St. The Isabel Jewell book store hours are Monday, Tuesday, Friday from 1 to 3 p.m., Wednesday from 1 to 4 p.m., Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the second and fourth Saturday Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Aug. 16

Opioid Overdose Prevention Workshop
• The Santa Clara County Library District and the County of Santa Clara’s Behavioral Health Services Department are joining forces to spread the word about the ongoing opioid crisis, empowering residents with information about the dangers of fentanyl and other opioids. These workshops will cover drug education, including recognizing an opioid overdose, and will provide training with the over-the-counter medication Naloxone nasal spray (commonly known as Narcan). Space is limited and registration is required. Participants who complete the training will be given a free Narcan kit, while supplies last. The Gilroy workshop takes place at 7 p.m. at the Gilroy Library.

Aug. 19

Dinner in a Cherry Orchard
• The Gilroy Garlic Festival Association will host a sumptuous dinner, “A Blossoming Affair — Dinner in the Cherry Orchard,” at 6 p.m., at a picturesque location in South Valley. Tickets are $150 and are now available at www.gilroygarlicfestivalassociation.com. Dinner will feature a hosted bar, appetizers, dinner and dessert.

Sept. 22

Uplift Concert
• Robert Butler will perform his first one man show at 7 p.m. at Gilroy’s Center for the Arts, 7341 Monterey St. It will feature covers by Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, EWF, The Temptations, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Roberta Flack, Gladys Knight, and Michael Buble. Tickets are $30 and available at Eventbrite.com. Proceeds benefit the Gilroy Compassion Center. Food and drinks will be available.

Sept. 23

‘Fire and Ice’
• The Gilroy Foundation presents Fire and Ice, a special evening gala in support of their annual fundraiser Day In The Country at 5 p.m. at Guglielmo Winery. Get ready to be captivated by an evening of artistic performances, delectable cuisine, and delightful conversations. Funds help support the foundation’s mission of empowering local initiatives, supporting education, and fostering a thriving future for our beloved community. Tickets will be available soon. Visit www.gilroyfoundation.org for details.

Sept. 23 & 24

Quilt Show
• Despite the cancellation of the Taste of Morgan Hill during which the annual quilt show was normally held, the Piece by Piece Quilters of Morgan Hill will have a quilt show (formerly held by South Valley Quilt Association) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at the United Methodist Church at the corner of Monterey Road and Fifth St. The theme is Through the Needle’s Eye. Entry forms are available at piecebypiecequilters.com. Admission is free.