Published in the July 20 – Aug. 2, 2016 issue of Morgan Hill Life

Daily
Walking program
• Join others in evening and Saturday morning walks. Meet at Main and Hale avenues for walks from 6 to 7 p.m. They also take 90-minute walks every Saturday at 9 a.m. These walks are at a moderate pace and include some hills. For more information, call (408) 779-7592 or e-mail [email protected].

Weekly
Play Pickleball
• Join other active adults for drop-in Pickleball games every week at the Centennial Recreation Center. Mondays from 8:30 to 11 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Sundays from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Pickleball is the fastest growing adult sport in America. All levels are welcome. Balls and paddles provided. The games are free for CRC members, $8 for non-member seniors. Check it out at: www.usapa.org/what-is-pickleball.

Second Monday
Cookbook book club
• Join the Cookbook Book Club from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the library, 660 W. Main Ave. Each month will feature a different theme and participants can select a cookbook/recipe within the theme and share it with the group. They are also planning a potluck-style sharing of the recipes each meeting.

Every Tuesday
Bingo benefits seniors
• Bingo is played at the Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road, to raise funds to benefit the Morgan Hill Senior Center. Doors open at 5 p.m. with games at 6:30 p.m. For ages 18 and older. There is a $20 buy-in, $30 electronic and paper buy-in. For more information, call (408) 782-1284 or visit www.fmhsc.org.

Kiwanis meet regularly
• The Morgan Hill Kiwanis Club meets at 7 p.m. at Mama Mia’s, 275 E. Dunne Ave. For more information, call (408) 659-0350.

Second Wednesday
South Valley Woodworkers meet
• If you are a woodworker or enjoy woodworking and would like to share your skills and experience you might enjoy the South Valley Woodworkers. They meet at 7 p.m. Visit www.southvalleywoodworkers.org for more information.

Every Thursday
Learn public speaking skills
• Are you interested in building your public speaking and leadership skills? If so, come and check out the Morgan Hill Toastmasters Club’s weekly meeting at 7:30 a.m. at GVA Cafe, corner of Second Street and Monterey Road. For more information, visit www.morganhill.toastmastersclubs.org.

Every Friday
Breastfeeding support group
• Join others at 10 a.m. at the Casa Natal Birth Center, 50 W. Main St., Suite D. For more information, call (408) 778-7583.

Learn about history
• Meet others at noon for a round table history conversation at Villa Mira Monte, 17860 Monterey Road. Contact Mike at (408) 234-6377.

Every weekend
Bingo benefits bands
• The Live Oak Emerald Regime holds bingo games at Britton Middle School, 80 W. Central Ave. Saturday, doors open at 4:15 p.m., Sunday, doors open at 11:45 a.m. For more information visit www.emeraldregime.org/bingo_page.htm.

July 21
Learn about GMOs
Filmmaker Jeffrey M. Smith explores the potential health hazards of incorporating genetically modified organisms in our food supply at 6:45 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse,17090 Monterey Road. Donations are welcome. For more information, email [email protected].

July 27
Summer Fun in the Park
Visit Galvan Park from 6 to 8 p.m. for a free Summer Fun in the Park event that will include balloons, face painting, music, entertainment, a photo booth, refreshments., games and community resources. Galvan Park is located at 17666 Crest Ave. For more information, call (408) 782-0008.

July 30
Volunteer orientation at Villa Mira Monte
Come learn about the many volunteer opportunities with Morgan Hill Historical Society at a volunteer orientation from 9 to 11 a.m. Whether your passion is historic homes, history, Morgan Hill or just volunteering, they would love to meet you.

Free family fun day
Come on down to Thinker Toys for a day of free family fun from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the store, 311 Vineyard Town Center. The event includes face and hand painting; a gumball guess; raffle; board, dice and carnival-style games; arts and crafts; a snack table with lemonade and animal cookies; playtime with trains, calico critters and more.

Aug. 1-3, 8-10, 15-17
Get help with math skills
Need a little help with your math skills? With the help of ACES partners, a summer math program for adults is offered. If you want to refresh your own math skills, help your children with their homework, or improve your skills for the workplace, this is a great opportunity. Each session will be three weeks long, three and a half hours per day, Monday through Wednesday. Space is limited, and participants will be required to attend all classes. Session 2: Aug. 1-3, 8-10, 15-17 from 6 to 9:30 p.m.. Register now at (408) 201-6520. Morgan Hill Community Adult School is located at 17960 Monterey Road. For more information, email [email protected].

Aug. 12
Free residents day at aquatic center
Enjoy a free day of water activities at the Dennis Kennedy Aquatics Center from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. A proof of residency is required.

Aug. 13
Birds, bees and native plants
Learn how to transform your garden into a living ecosystem that is not only a lovely retreat for you, but also a sanctuary for wildlife from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Saint Louise Hospital Teaching & Demo Garden,
9400 No Name Uno Way. The class includes recommendations for providing food, cover and water for birds, bees, butterflies and other small animals.
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