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.

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).

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 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 Avenue. 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

  • 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 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.

Third Thursday

Women in Touch ll

  • Meetings are held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and include lunch and entertainment at the Elks Lodge, 2765 Hecker Pass Highway. Price is $35 and reservation required. Details: [email protected].

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., hosts Veterans Benefit Days from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring discharge papers (DD214), or the documents can be ordered when they attend. No appointments necessary. Details: 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. Moderate to fast pace. They do regroup. Details: [email protected], (831) 636-0802 or www.offthechainbikes.com.

First, Second Saturday

Gilroy Museum

  • The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Fourth Sunday

LBD Caregivers Support Group

  • Caring for a family member with Lewy body dementia? Meetings are held 2:30 to 4 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Senior Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave. This is a safe space for caregivers to share and learn, guided by a licensed nurse and experienced LBD caregiver support group facilitator. Registration required. Email [email protected].

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.

June 13

Magical Bridge: Got Talent!

  • Share your talent on stage from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Magical Bridge Playground, 171 W. Edmundson Ave. All talents welcome, including but not limited to instruments, dancing, singing, storytelling, etc. Details: (408) 310-4253 or [email protected].

June 15

Garlic City Car Show

  • The Gilroy Chamber of Commerce’s Garlic City Car Show takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown. The event will welcome more than 30 vendors, showcasing 200 classic cars, and expects about 5,000 attendees. The event continues to honor local traditions and individuals, including the late Donald Elvis Prieto, with special awards and recognitions. For more information on how to register or become a sponsor of the 2024 event, please visit www.gilroy.org/garliccitycarshow/.

June 17

Improve Your Health

  • The public is invited to get healthy at 7 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Bible Church, 15055 Monterey Road. Ken Vereschagin, MD, and Janie Priest, RN, will help improve your health by understanding your body better. Bring questions. RSVP to [email protected].

June 19

‘Transitioning in Life’

  • “Transitioning in Life: Who Am I and Who Do I Want to Become?” is presented free by Bill Tindall, owner of Brotin Design from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road. Tindall is a professional interior designer and talented local actor who performs with the South Valley Civic Theater.

June 20

Free Football Camp

  • The 49ers Prep and The Five! NFL FLAG Football hosts a free camp for girls 8-17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Outdoor Sports Center. Register at www.sv5nflflag.com or contact Jeff Dixon at (408) 375-8804.

June 22

Summer Fruit Tree Care

  • Learn how to tend to your fruit tree from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the South County Teaching and Demonstration Garden, 80 Highland Ave., San Martin. Other topics that will be discussed are summer pruning, nutrient requirements, irrigation, pests and more. There will also be time for summer vegetable garden Q& A, so bring any questions you may have. Presented by South County UCCE Master Gardeners.

Summer Fun at the Library

  • Join in on the fun at the Gilroy library with an exciting and educational presentation from East Bay Vivarium from 2 to 3 p.m. Their traveling reptile show includes lizards, snakes, turtles and more. Educational topics they incorporate into their presentation include natural history, ecology and animal safety.

Pickleball Throwdown

  • The Rotary Club of Gilroy presents its inaugural Rotary Pickleball Throwdown from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at South Valley Middle School, 7881 Murray Ave. All skills welcome. There will be fun for the entire family, beverage stations and a kids zone. The cost is $50 person with prizes for winning teams. Sponsorships available. Details: www.gilroyrotary.org.

Artist Reception

  • The Gilroy Center for the Arts will hold a member’s art exhibit membership drive through June 29 with an artist reception from 1 to 4 p.m., at the center, 7341 Monterey Road. Details: www.gilroycenterforthearts.com.

June 26

Horsemen Meet

  • The San Martin Horsemen meet from 7 to 8 p.m. at Saddles & Treasures, 7641 Monterey St. in downtown Gilroy. Arrive at 6:30 p.m. for a special shopping opportunity. Details:[email protected].

June 29

Boots & Brews

  • Grab your dancing boots and get ready for a country music lineup including Lee Brice, Eddie Montgomery, Michael Ray, and Dasha. Food trucks, vendors, and ice cold beer will be available onsite at the Outdoor Sports Center. Tickets are available at www.cbfproductions.ticketspice.com/boots-brews-morgan-hill-2024.
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