Find out what’s happening in the South Valley with our community calendar
Mondays
Line Dancing
• Enjoy line dancing from 6 to 8 p.m., at the San Martin Lions Club, 12415 Murphy Ave., San Martin. All levels welcome. Beginner line dancing starts at the beginning of the hour. Details: Denise Vaccaro, [email protected], (650) 400-6944.
Grief Counseling
• The Visiting Nurses Association Hospice support group helps people deal with the emotions that come from losing a loved one. Meets 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the San Martin Presbyterian Church, 13200 Lincoln Ave., San Martin. Details: Mick Erickson, the hospice chaplain, at (831) 236-1015.
Second Mondays
Parkinson’s Support Group
• This monthly meeting supports persons and caregivers affected by Parkinson’s disease. The group meets on the second Monday of each month from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. at Merrill Gardens in Gilroy. Details: please call (408) 691-5982.
First, third Mondays
Lions Club Meets
• Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. virtually and occasionally at 12415 Murphy Ave., San Martin. They support local and global activities. Details: [email protected].
Second, fourth Mondays
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 many other local programs. Details: (408) 723-1018.
Tuesday and Thursday
Historical Museum Open
• The Gilroy Historical Museum, 195 Fifth St., is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the first Saturday.
Wednesdays
Wind Symphony Meets
• The Morgan Hill Wind Symphony meets from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Grace Hill Church, 16970 DeWitt Ave., Morgan Hill. Bring your instrument and join the group. Details: www.mhws.org.
First Wednesday
Flower Lovers Meet
• The Morgan Hill Flower Lovers is having an open invitation for potential members interested in perfecting their knowledge of gardening. They meet at 12:30 p.m. at the Community & Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road.
Second Wednesday
South Valley Wood Workers
• Meet at 7 p.m. at 9598 Ruth Lane, Morgan Hill. Details: (408) 463-9030.
Fourth Wednesday
Embroiderers Guild of America
• The Gavilan Hills Chapter seeks new members. Meet at 10 a.m. through October, at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road. Proof of vaccination required. Masks worn indoors. The mission of the EGA is to inspire passion for the needle arts through education and the celebration of its heritage.
Thursdays
Duplicate Bridge
• Games are held 10 a.m. Thursdays at the Gilroy Senior Center, 7371 Hanna St. Details: (408) 921-8512 or email [email protected]. Also, Stone’s online duplicate game held Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 1:25 p.m. on BBO.
Gilroy Ladies Gavilan Niners
• Women golfing group seeks new members: Details (408) 832-6372.
Second Thursdays
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: [email protected] or (408) 472-6952 or visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PachecoPass4H.
Third Thursday
Women in Touch II
• Renew friendships and make new friends. Join the Women in Touch meetings from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meetings include lunch and lively entertainment at the Elks Lodge, 2765 Hecker Pass Highway. Cost is $28 and reservation is required. Details: [email protected].
Second Friday
Horsemen Meet
• The San Martin Horsemen’s Association meets at 7 p.m. at the San Martin Lion’s Club, 12415 Murphy Ave. Details: www.smhorse.org.
Saturdays
Running Group, Club Run
• The South Valley Running Club is hosting a group run at 8 a.m. Various distances. All levels are welcome. Membership is not required. Details: www.svrchome.org.
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 providing tours. Learn about the city’s history and see some new additions. The Villa Mira Monte grounds are now open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, where visitors can enjoy the Centennial History Trail and the rose garden at leisure.
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 Certified Farmers’ Market brings together farmers, food producers and consumers from Morgan Hill, Gilroy, and Hollister from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Third and Depot streets. Now year-round, a family-friendly Kid’s Craft event was added with fun educational projects to delight all ages. Parking at the CalTrain Depot, accessed via Butterfield.
First, Second Saturdays
Gilroy Museum
• The Gilroy Museum has added hours and is now open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Feb. 25
GAL Grant Requests
• The Gilroy Assistance League is accepting requests that will benefit youth organizations, programs, and schools. In 2021, GALs gave out $16,000 to various local youth services. A formal grant request proposal must be completed and returned no later than Feb. 25. Forms may be downloaded at www.gilroyassistanceleague.org. Details: Paula Goldsmith at [email protected].
Feb. 26
Rotary Blood Drive
• The Gilroy Sunrise Rotary Club will host a community blood drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Gilroy Veterans Hall, 74 W. 6th St. Details or to make an appointment, sign up at redcrossblood.org. Donors with all blood types are needed, especially types O, A and B negative.
Feb. 27
MH Toy-Anime-Comic Con
• This kid friendly event takes place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at The Dance Hall, 229 W. Main Ave. Kids younger than 10 are free, $7 for all others with an ad or flier otherwise the cost is $8. Dress to impress. The Cosplay Costume Contest takes place promptly at 2:30 p.m. All ages are welcome. Cameras are OK. Free parking.
March 8 & 22
Preschool Playtime
• Join Preschool Playtime at Morgan Hill Bible Church. Details: (408) 778-5083.
March 9
State of the City Address
• Join Mayor Rich Constantine and the city of Morgan Hill from 7 to 8 p.m. for the virtual 2022 State of the City Address. Mayor Constantine will reflect on the prior year’s challenges and accomplishments and set the stage for what’s to come in 2022. Participate via Zoom at https://bit.ly/2022StateoftheCityAddress, or call 669-900-9128 and use Webinar ID 863 7717 5045 when prompted. Please submit questions by 5 p.m. March 7 to [email protected]. Questions can be asked during the event by raising your hand or through the Q&A box.
