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. They meet from 4:30 to 6 p.m., at the San Martin Presbyterian Church, 13200 Lincoln Ave. Details: (831) 236-1015.
Al-Anon Meeting
• Meets from 7 to 8 p.m. at Advent Lutheran Church, 16870 Murphy Ave. This meeting is a hybrid/in person. Drive to the back of the church to the far northeast corner, or via Zoom: meeting ID is 990 720 146; passcode: 999.
Al-Anon Newcomer Meeting
• For anyone who is new to Al-Anon, meet from 6:30 to 6:50 p.m. then the main meeting begins at 7 p.m., at Advent Lutheran Church, 16870 Murphy Ave., Morgan Hill. Al-Anon members are people who are worried about someone with a drinking problem. Details: www.al-anon.org
Learn About Scouts
• Scout Troops 799 and 2799 invite interested boys and girls ages 10 1/2 to 17 to join them to learn important scout skills, leadership, good citizenship, and to have some fun. Meetings are held at 7:15 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall of Grace Hill Church, 16970 Dewitt Ave.
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 1 to 2 p.m., 8347 Church St., Gilroy. New and experienced students are welcome. Required reading: “The Science of Self-Realization. Session is free, though donations 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].
Line Dance Lessons
• Learn to line dance with JMJ Line Dance from 5:45 to 8 p.m., at Tracy’s Ranch, San Martin. The cost is $5. All levels welcome. Beginner dances the first hour. Details: Janet at (408) 313-4028.
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.
Tuesdays & Saturday
Wings of History
• The Wings of History Museum is open Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. View a collection of exhibits which span history. In addition, there are military exhibits including original items from WW1 and WW2. The air museum is located at 1277 Murphy Ave., San Martin.
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.
work2future Orientations
• Attend orientations at 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., at 379 Tomkins Court, Gilroy. 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.
Line Dance Lessons
• Learn to line dance with JMJ instructor, Janet, and DJ Music by Alyssa from 6 to 9 p.m. at Old City Hall Restaurant, 7400 Monterey St. No cover charge, instruction is free and all levels are welcome. Beginner dances take place from 6 to 7 p.m. Details: Call or text (408) 313-4028 (Janet) or (408) 201-2506 (Alyssa).
Still Life Art Classes
• Marianna Frantzich Art presents art classes using chalk pastel. Morning session takes place from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., afternoon session from 3 to 5:30 p.m., at the Gilroy Center for the Arts, 7341 Monterey Road. Cost is $25 for ages 12 to 17, $50 for 18 and older. Materials included.
First Wednesday
Flower Lovers Meet
• The Flower Lovers Club meet from 12:15 to 2 p.m., at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road.
First, Second, Fourth Wednesday
Learn About Scouts
• Troop 730 meets at 7:30 p.m., at the Masonic Center on W. Dunne Avenue. Boys and girls interested in learning more about scouting are invited to drop in to meet the troop. Details www.troopwebhost.org/Troop730MorganHill.
First, Third Wednesday
Exchange Club Meets
• The Gilroy Exchange Club meets from noon to 1 p.m. at Mama Mia’s Restaurant, 1360 1st St.
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 Mon-day, Wednesday, Friday, at 1:25 p.m. on BBO.
Gilroy Ladies Gavilan Niners
• This golfing group seeks new members. Details (408) 832-6372.
Grief Support Group
• This Bible-based meeting supports parents who lost a child and meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Details: [email protected].
Third Thursday
Women in Touch ll
• Meetings are held from 11a.m. to 2p.m. includes lunch and entertainment at the Elks Lodge 2765 Hecker Pass Highway. Price is $35 and reservation required. Details: [email protected].
Friday
Farmers 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 www.wcfma.org/st-louise-regional-hospital.
First, Third Friday
Veteran Benefit Days
• The Gilroy Veterans Memorial Hall, 74 W. Sixth St., is hosting Veterans Benefit Days from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring your discharge papers (DD214), or the documents can be ordered while attending. No appointment necessary. For more information about the Hall email [email protected], visit www.GilroyVeteransHall.org or call (408) 842-3838.
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.
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.
Weekly Bike Ride
• Join others at 8 a.m., for a 22-mile bike ride. Meet at Off the Chain bike shop, 101 McCray St., #101, Hollister. They ride out Santa Ana Road to Tres Pinos. Drop down onto Southside Road, back to the shop. Moderate to fast pace. They do regroup. Details: [email protected], (831) 636-0802 or www.offthechainbikes.com.
First, Second Saturday
Gilroy Museum
• The Gilroy Museum has added hours and is now open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
First Sunday
Ranch Days
• Hike Nyland and Rancho Larios protected lands in San Juan Bautista from 9 a.m. to noon and help with trail maintenance. Wear long-sleeves and long pants. If you have shovels and hoes, bring them. Families welcome. Details: www.sanbenitolandtrust.org.
Fourth Sunday
LBD Caregivers Support Group
• Caring for a family member with Lewy body dementia? Meetings are held from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Senior Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave. This is a safe space for caregivers to share and learn, guided by a licensed nurse and experienced LBD caregiver support group facilitator. Registration is required. Details: Email [email protected].
Aug. 31
Overdose Awareness Day
• The Santa Clara County Opioid Overdose Prevention Project will host a free event from noon to 4 p.m. at the CineLux Theater. It will feature a screening of the documentary Fentanyl High, speakers, county resources, food, music, art, free naloxone kits, and a remembrance event in honor of those lost to overdose.
Sept. 7
• Growing Vegetables in Fall, Winter
Learn how to grow a successful and productive vegetable garden from fall through winter from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth St. Find out how many cool season vegetables are easy to grow and best for our climate. Soil preparation, watering, fertilizing, crop rotation, disease and pest management will also be discussed. Eat tasty vegetables from your garden all year. Presented by UCCE Master Gardener Joan Cloutier.
Sept. 9
Cribbage Club
• This club meets from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rosy’s at the Beach, 17320 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill. All levels welcome. Details: [email protected]
Sept. 14
‘Illuminate the Night’
• This annual fundraiser takes place at 5 p.m. and features a candlelight concert. The event, at the Gavilan College Theater, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd., also includes a silent and live auction, wine, and beer tastings and appetizers. Funds help support the grants and scholarships programs of Gilroy Foundation. Tickets available at www.gilroyfoundation.ticketspice.com/illuminate-the-night.
Chitactac Family Day
• Enjoy a family-friendly day of activities from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chitactac Adams Heritage County Park, 10001 Watsonville Road. Play traditional games, view the ancient petroglyph, and create unique crafts. Details: [email protected].
Sept. 16
Golf Classic
• The 3rd Annual Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic takes place with a shotgun start at noon at Coyote Creek Golf Club. Get your foursome together and enjoy a day of golf, as well as on beverages, lunch, and dinner. Tickets start at $225 per golfer. Register at www.morganhillchamber.org/mhcoc-golf-classic.
Sept. 17
Growing Vegetables in Fall, Winter
• Learn how to grow a successful and productive vegetable garden from fall through winter from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Library, 660 W. Main Ave. Find out how many cool season vegetables are easy to grow and best for our climate. Soil preparation, watering, fertilizing, crop rotation, disease and pest management will also be discussed. Eat tasty vegetables from your garden all year. Presented by UCCE Master Gardener Joan Cloutier.
Leadership Bowling Night
• Leadership Gilroy Class of 2024 presents a bowling night to raise money for their Healing Paws project (see column on page 1). Open bowl from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and team bowling at 5:30 p.m. $40 for open bowl, $550 per team of six. Includes food, soft drinks, music, fun and raffle prizes. Sign up at bit.ly/3YZozSG.
Sept. 18
Zentangle Club Meets
• Relax as you put pen to paper and create Zentangle® art at 6 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road. Zentangle is an easy to learn, relaxing way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Meetings are free and open to the public. To RSVP, please visit LineDotCalm.com.
Sept. 21
OFP Bowling Event
• The Operation Freedom Paws 6th Annual Bowling Event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Morgan Hill Bowl in Tennant Station. There are two options: for fun three games for $38; for USBC Tournament, three games for $55 (includes $17 for prize fund). To book and see full tournament rules visit https://ofpbowling24.givesmart.com or contact Tournament Manager Donna Morales at [email protected] or (408) 246-3956.
Sept. 25
Horsemen Meet
• This group of horse lovers meets from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Longhouse Restaurant, 8195 Monterey Highway. Arrive at 6:30 p.m. if you want to order dinner on your own before the meeting.
Sept. 28
Autos & Artisans
• Enjoy checking out cool cars and motorcycles of interest from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Morgan Hill. There will also be a Makers Market.
Sept. 28 & 29
Quilt and Fiber Show
• Piece by Piece Quilters of Morgan Hill presents their annual quilt and fiber art show, Sew Whimsy from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday 10-5 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free, come and see the beautiful quilts displayed in the 100-year-old United Methodist Church, 17175 Monterey Road., Morgan Hill. There will be basket raffles and a quilt raffle! Learn about quilting from some of the 120-strong membership. Members come from South San Jose, Gilroy, Aptos and Hollister, to name a few.
Oct. 4-6
Dog Show
• The Gavilan Kennel Club, a registered non-profit group, is hosting its annual AKC sanctioned Dog Show from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at the Morgan Hill Outdoor Sports Complex. See about 800 dogs of all breeds competing for points and titles in Confirmation, Obedience, and Rally. There will be food vendors, as well as vendors with all imaginable dog products. The free event is open to the public, but no dogs are allowed other than those registered to compete. Details: [email protected].
Oct. 12
Mariachi Concert
• The Morgan Hill Kiwanis Club presents the 5th Annual Youth Mariachi Concert from noon to 5 p.m. in the new student union at Britton Middle School, 80 W. Central Ave. Details: Kathy Chavez Napoli at [email protected] or call (408) 839-9103.
Nov. 15-17
Holiday Boutique
• Get unique handcrafts and gifts at the annual Holiday Boutique from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Villa Mira Monte, 17860 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill. Details: (408) 779-5755 or visit www.morganhillhistoricalsociety.com.
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