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. The group meets from 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

  • Supports those affected by Parkinson’s disease, including family members and caretakers. 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

  • Have fun playing Bingo. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., games begin at 6:30 p.m., at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road.

Meditation, Yoga Sutra Study

  • Join others for meditation and inspiration from the Yoga Sutras, from 1 to 2 p.m., 8347 Church St. New and experienced students are 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. The group supports 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 orientation at 2:30 p.m. at 379 Tomkins Court. work2future helps Santa Clara County residents acquire skills and coaching needed to find a job, get a promotion, or start a 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.

South Bay Singers Rehearse

  • Rehearse from 7 to 9:15 p.m. through Nov. 29 at Grace Hill Church, 16970 DeWitt Ave. Concerts are Dec. 2 and 3.

Second Wednesday

South Valley Wood Workers

  • Club meets 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 lost a child. They meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Email [email protected] for details.

Second Thursday

Pacheco Pass 4-H Club

  • Meets at 7 p.m., at the San Martin Lions Club, 12415 Murphy Ave. Serves youths 5 to 19. They also need adult volunteers. Details: [email protected] or (408) 472-6952 or visit 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.

Fridays

Farmer’s Market

  • Enjoy local fresh produce, food, and crafts at the Gilroy Farmer’s Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at St. Louise Regional Hospital, 9400 No Name Uno, Gilroy. Details: Please visit https://www.wcfma.org/st-louise-regional-hospital

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 Morgan Hill 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].

Garlicky Group of Poets

  • This group meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m., at the Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth St. Come and read your favorite poems or just listen in as others read. All levels are always welcome.

Dec. 1

Omelet & Pancake Supper

  • The Gilroy Lions Club is hosting their 49th Annual Vic Lase Memorial Omelet & Pancake Supper from 5 to 7:30 p.m., at the Gilroy Presbyterian Church, 6000 Miller Ave. This is a fundraiser for the club, with the proceeds going toward sight conservation: assisting those in financial need for eyeglasses. For a donation of $15 for adults, and $5 for children 12 and younger, enjoy custom made omelets and pancakes along with coffee and other beverages. This is an all-you-can-eat event. For advance tickets contact Lee Kalpin at (408) 607-2051 or Dean C. Raymond at (408) 500-8626.

Dec. 2

Holiday Concert

  • The Pacific Brass Band Holiday Concert takes place at 4 p.m., at the Gilroy Presbyterian Church, 6000 Miller Ave. Hosted by the church, admission is free; donations freely accepted. Details www.PacificBrassBand.org.

Holiday Lights Parade

  • The Morgan Hill Kiwanis club brings in the season of merriment with plenty of pomp and pageantry at the popular parade. Held downtown, the event starts at 5:30 p.m. It ends at the Community Center with a tree lighting ceremony and children visiting Santa Claus on his Magic Ship of Christmas. Organizers expect at least 60 units to entertain the community and open the way to winter cheer. For details, visit www.MorganHillKiwanis.org.

Dec. 9

Carol With Others

  • Hosted by Sunsweet and the Friends of St. Louise Regional Hospital, sing along with other carolers and take photos with Santa from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Sunsweet Plaza, Third and Depot streets.

Dec. 16

Wreaths Across America

  • Sponsor a holiday wreath to be placed on a veteran’s grave the morning of Dec. 16 at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Morgan Hill and at Gavilan Hills and St. Mary cemeteries in Gilroy. Visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/CA0073P.

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