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.

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.

Second Monday

Parkinson’s Support Group
• Supports those affected by Parkinson’s disease, including family members and caretakers. Group meets from 1:30 to 3 p.m., at Merrill Gardens in Gilroy. Details: Call (408) 691-5982.

Dementia Support Group for Caregivers
• Group meets from 11 to 12:30 p.m. at the Senior Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave., and is free, with no reservations required and for non-professional caregivers. It is a safe space to speak about the challenges faced and everything is kept confidential. Do not bring the person you are caring for to the meeting.

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

The Gilroy Historical Museum
• 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 multiple 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 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).

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.

Second Wednesday

South Valley Wood Workers
• Club meets at 7 p.m., 9598 Ruth Lane, Morgan Hill. Details: (408) 463-9030.

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 at Mama Mia’s Restaurant, 1360 1st St. They meet from 12 to 1 p.m., the first Wednesday and from 6 to 7 p.m. the third Wednesday.

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 Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 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. They meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Details: Email [email protected].

Second Thursday

Pacheco Pass 4-H Club
• Meets at 7 p.m., at the San Martin Lions Club, 12415 Murphy Ave. Serves youths 5 to 19. They also need adult volunteers. Details: [email protected] or (408) 472-6952 or visit www.facebook.com/PachecoPass4H.

Friday

Farmer’s 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 with new hours from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Veterans should bring their discharge papers (DD214), but if they don’t have them the documents can be ordered when they attend. No appointments 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.

Second Saturday

Downtown Walking Tours
• Enjoy a free historic tour of downtown Morgan Hill hosted by ambassadors from 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. Details: 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: [email protected].

Garlicky Group of Poets
• This group meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m., at the Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth St. Come and read your favorite poems or just listen in as others read. All levels are always welcome.

May 30

Homebuyers Workshop
• Join the cities of Morgan Hill and Gilroy and the Housing Trust Homebuyer team to learn how the County of Santa Clara’s down payment assistance program can help you buy your first home. This is a one-hour in person event from 6 to 7 p.m. in English at the Morgan Hill Council Chambers, 17555 Peak Ave. St. The program offers down payment assistance of up to 30 percent. With a minimum 3 percent down payment required from the buyer, a 33 percent down payment is possible. Details: (408) 703-3837, ext. 301 or email [email protected].

May 31

Pride Flag Raising Ceremony
• Celebrate Morgan Hill’s LGBTQIA+ community for a free celebratory and educational event open to all from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center, 17575 Peak Ave.

June 1

Coyote Creek Habitat Day
• Join others for Coyote Creek Habitat Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a day of activities highlighting the wildlife and people connected with Coyote Creek while learning how to protect it in today’s changing environment. The day includes an opportunity to meet wild animals from the Wildlife Education & Rehabilitation Center, and participants can become wildlife detectives through hands-on activities like dissecting owl pellets. Additional activities include walks, a bicycle ride, and nature exploration. The event will take place at Coyote Creek Visitor Center at Anderson Lake County Park, 19245 Malaguerra Ave., Morgan Hill. Admission is free. Please consider walking, biking, or carpooling. Details: [email protected], visit www.parks.sccgov.org/coyote-creek-habitat-day-2024 for a full schedule of event activities or www.parkhere.org to learn more about other family programs.

Book Sale
• The Friends of the Morgan Hill Library will hold a book sale in the Program Room from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a members-only best selection early preview starting at 9 a.m., including for those who join that morning. Children’s books will be 25 cents with other books and media for all ages $1 or less. Some special sets and unique sewn handcrafts are also available. The $5 bag sale, grocery size or equivalent, ends the sale from 2 to 3 p.m. Visit the Friends Bookstore at the library for even more treasures. Details: (408) 779-3196, friendsmhlibrary.org.

Walking Tours
• The Gilroy Historical Society’s monthly walking tour will explore Gavilan Hills Memorial Park Cemetery from 10 a.m. to noon. Meet at the cemetery, 1000 First St., Gilroy.

Veterans Resource Fair
• The South Santa Clara Valley Memorial District is hosting a Veterans Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gilroy Veterans Memorial Hall, 74 W. Sixth Street, in coordination with American Legion Post 217 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6309. The event will include medical professionals, counseling, benefits assistance, and some local businesses with services specifically for veterans. They will need to bring either their DD214 or VA card for proof of service. Details: email [email protected] or call (408) 842-3838,

June 2

Ranch Day
• Enjoy Ranch Day at Hunting Hollow, Henry Coe State Park, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The day includes kids activities (bring rubber boots and explore a stream), learn how to churn butter, try your hand at roping a “steer,” spin wool into yarn, ride a horse or pony and other activities. Parking is $6 and a hot dog lunch is $7. Details: Chere at [email protected], call (408) 683-2247 or Sue at [email protected].

June 6 – 9

‘Ramayana’ on Stage
• Join Hanuman, the monkeys, and Prince Rama and Prince Lakshmana as they encounter Lord Ravana’s demons in their quest to rescue Princess Sita. With a cast of student actors accompanied by a choir and musicians, “Ramayana” features exciting action, stunning costumes and joyous song and dance. Shows take place at 7 p.m. June 6 and 7, and 2 p.m. June 8 and 9. All seats reserved. There is a Dress Circle Reception and group reservations. Tickets are available at https://ramayana.brownpapertickets.com/

June 8

Hunting Hollow Fun Run/Walk
• The Hunting Hollow 5k/10k Fun Run and Walk takes place at 8:30 a.m. and follows a fairly flat dirt trail through beautiful spring flowers, green hills, and majestic oaks. Details: www.tinyurl.com/HuntingHollow5K-10K to register and for more information.

Meditation Workshop
• “Day of Peace” mindfulness meditation workshop takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Morgan Hill House, Villa Mira Monte, 17860 Monterey Road. Led by James Morrison, who was a Buddhist monk for more than 30 years. The workshop is suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners; includes the basics of sitting, walking and eating meditation. Teachings offered on a donation basis. Participation is limited. For details and to reserve a spot, contact Carol at [email protected]. Presented by AAUW Morgan Hill.

Book Sale
• The Friends of the Gilroy Library’s monthly book sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the library, 350 W. Sixth St. Books are $5 per bag for members and $8 per bag for non-members. Membership starts at $5. The Isabel Jewell Book Store is open Monday through Friday afternoons. From 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Friday; 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays; and from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the second and fourth Saturdays.

June 12

MH Tangle Club
• Relax as you put pen to paper and create Zentangle® art at 6 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center. Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing way to create beautiful images by drawing structure patterns. Meetings are free and open to the public. To RSVP, please visit LineDotCalm.com.

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