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, dancingd24@gmail.com, (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 mugsbgraham@gmail.com.
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: SanMartinLions@garlic.com.
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 get 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
• Bridge games are held at 10 a.m. at the Gilroy Senior Center, 7371 Hanna St. Details: (408) 921-8512 or email win.stone@charter.net. 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 indrancarlos@gmail.com 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: pachecopass4h1@gmail.com 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: msaccullo@aol.com. 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: regent@gilroy.californiadar.org.
July 22
Book Sale
• The Friends of Gilroy Library will hold a book sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 350 W. Sixth St. The Isabel Jewell Book Store hours are 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Friday; 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday; and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday.
Party in the Park
• Come enjoy games, crafts, music, a resource fair, giveaways and a petting zoo from 5 to 8 p.m. at San Ysidro Park, 7700 Murray Ave.
July 26
San Martin Horsemen
• The San Martin Horsemen’s Association meets from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Longhouse Restaurant in Gilroy. Arrive at 6 p.m. to order dinner on your own before the meeting begins. Details: www.smhorse.org.
Now through Aug. 20
Virtual Photographic Exhibition
• The Morgan Hill Photography Club is presenting a virtual photographic 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 that 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.
Aug. 5
“Paws with Patriots”
• Raise a glass, raise a paddle, and help raise funds for lifesaving service dog teams during the 12th Annual “Paws with Patriots” Wine Gala from 5 to 10 p.m., at OFP Canine Education Center, 13920 Llagas Ave., San Martin. This year’s hosts will be radio personality Jona Denz-Hamilton and Morgan Hill Mayor Mark Turner. Dinner includes tri-tip, chicken marsala, vegetarian pasta and dessert catered by Old City Hall Restaurant. Proceeds go toward creating lifesaving service dog teams for those in need. Sponsorships, VIP tables or tickets at www.pawswithpats23.givesmart.com. Details: marketing@operationfreedompaws.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. 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. 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 in Morgan Hill. 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.
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