Published in the Nov. 12-25, 2014 issue of Morgan Hill Life

Every weekend
Bingo benefits bands
• The Live Oak Emerald Regime holds bingo games at the Britton Middle School Auditorium, 80 W. Central Ave., to support band programs. Saturday, doors open at 4:15 p.m., games start at 5:45 p.m. Sunday, doors open at 11:45 a.m., games start 1:15 p.m. For more information visit www.emeraldregime.org/bingo_page.htm.

Daily
Walking program
• Join others in evening and Saturday morning walks. Meet at the Morgan Hill Shopping Center (Main and Hale avenues) for walks from 6 to 7 p.m. They also walk for 90 minutes Saturdays beginning at 9 a.m. The walks are at a moderate pace and include hills. For more information, call (408) 779-7592 or e-mail [email protected].

Mondays
Learn to play bridge
• Learn to play beginning bridge at a free series of nine classes covering introductory bidding and play. The classes are taught by Al Peponis, ACBL accredited instructor, and take place at the Morgan Hill Library, 660 W. Main Ave. The classes are Nov. 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2014.

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 starting at 6:30 p.m. For ages 18 and older. There is a $20 buy-in, $30 electronic and paper buy-in. Flash games available. For information, call (408) 782-1284 or visit www.fmhsc.org.

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

Nov. 12 & 13
Fall ceramic sale
• The Gavilan College Ceramics Department invites the public to the annual Fall Ceramics Sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday and from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday in the Ceramics Studio (Art 101) on the Gilroy campus Browse a variety of creative offerings made by students and faculty. Proceeds from the sales are shared by the artists and the ceramics department and also fund the purchase of necessary tools, classroom supplies, and equipment. For more information, call (408) 848-4833, or [email protected].

Nov. 13
Long term care seminar
• The Long Term Care Multiple Solutions seminar presented by Scott Burkard of Genworth will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Betto’s Bistro. It is hosted by Marisa Otto, financial advisor with Edward Jones. Invitations for the event listed will be distributed prior to the event. RSVP at (408) 778-4400.

Nov 14 – 23
‘Wizard of Oz’ on stage
• The city of Gilroy and Director Carol Romo present “The Wizard of Oz,” at the Gilroy High School Theater, 750 W. Tenth St., Gilroy. This is a musical production starring local children that the entire family will enjoy. Show dates are Nov. 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, and 23. Performance days and times are: Friday & Saturday evening at 7 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets are $9 each and available at the door (cash only please). Visit www.facebook.com/gilroywizardofoz for more ticket purchasing options.

Nov. 15
Craft fair coming
• The Machado Heritage School Holiday Craft Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the school, 15130 Sycamore Drive.

Meet local author
• Join local author Tim Myers as this wonderful story teller reads his newest book, “The Christmas Stick,” just in time for to remember what Christmas is really all about. This is a wonderful story for children that is about taking, but also giving — about stubbornness, but also a change of heart. Tim will be at BookSmart, 80 E. Second St., at 2 p.m.Saturday. With his gift of storytelling, Myers’ Christmas story for kids can teach hearts of all ages. Myers is a writer, songwriter, storyteller and university lecturer. He’s been nominated for two Pushcarts, won a poetry contest judged by John Updike, and is the author of a dozen children’s books. For more information, call (408) 778-6467.

Nov. 18
Family enrichment seminar
• Dr. Lisa Bennett will present a free seminar on “Understanding the Motives of Misbehavior In Your Child. Parenting with Self-Control,” from 6 to 7:30 at Crossroads Christian School, 145 Wright Ave. For adults only.

Nov. 25
Granada Theater to screen documentary
• One Step Closer will host a special screening of the new, award winning documentary “Riding My Way Back,” at 7 p.m. at the Granada Theater with all ticket proceeds going to the Veterans Program at One Step Closer Therapeutic Riding. Tickets are $10 per person and can be purchased in advance by contacting One Step Closer at [email protected].

Dec. 4
Gingerbread house workshop at BookSmart
• Come to this BookSmart holiday tradition, from 6 to 8 p.m. and decorate gingerbread houses. Frosting, candies, decorations and refreshments provided. Space is limited/reservations must be made in advance. $20 per house plus fees for extra participants. BookSmart is located at 80 E. Second St.

Dec. 5
Make your own decorations
• The holiday season is here and it’s time to visit and make some decorations from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Centennial Recreation Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave. The free event is for those 12 to 18. For more information, call (408) 310-4273 or e-mail [email protected].

Late night movie
• The latest and greatest movies out on DVD are coming to the Teen Center so grab a bowl of popcorn and settle in. The movies take place from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Centennial Recreation Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave. The free movies are for those 12 to 18. For more information, call (408) 310-4273 or e-mail www.mhcrc.com.

Dec. 5 & 6
Tea at Villa Mira Monte
• The 5th annual Holiday Tea at Villa Mira Monte will be held at 11:30 a.m. The Catered by Diana menu includes scones, tea sandwiches, caprese on focaccia, turkey waldorf salad, quiche lorraine, and sweet desserts and begins with a glass of champagne donated by Guglielmo Winery. Tea is provided by Peet’s Coffee and Tea and served in antique teacups. Activities include silent auction, and unique and special raffle baskets with items donated from local businesses and residents.Tickets are $40 and available at www.morganhilllhistoricalsociety.org. Seating is limited. The deadline is Nov. 28. For more information, call (408) 230-7876.

Dec. 6
Holiday Lights Parade
• The Annual Morgan Hill Holiday lights Parade takes place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in downtown Morgan Hill. The parade will be followed by tree lighting by Santa and Mayor Steve Tate at the Community and Cultural Center. Visits with Santa and amphitheater stage entertainment suitable for children will follow tree lighting. Contact Mary Lou Conragan at (408) 779-1473 to enter or help with the parade.

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