Published in the July 23 – August 5, 2014 issue of Morgan Hill Life

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

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 after-school 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.

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.

Wednesdays in July
Craft-a-Palooza
• Visit BookSmart for Craft-a-Palooza from 10 to 11 a.m. or 11 a.m. to noon for boys and girls three to 12. Attendees will paint, collage and craft their way to making three handmade projects. (Parent participation required for children younger than six.) Class fee is $15 plus $5 materials fee. Pre-register by calling BookSmart at (408) 778-6467 or drop-in if space is available. For information visit www.mybooksmart.com.

Every Wednesday
LeTip meets weekly
• LeTip Morgan Hill is a group of local business people that meets for breakfast at 7 a.m. every Wednesday at Rosy’s at the Beach with the purpose of giving each other leads to increase their business and revenue. The business categories have exclusivity and it is a great way to meet other business people in town. For information, call (408) 710-3509.

Aug. 1
Girls Club
• This club is designed for girls between the ages of 6 and 12. In addition to making new friends and participating in a creative activity, girls will learn about life skills and values, positive relationships and respecting themselves and others. One of the 41 Developmental Assets will be covered during each session, which take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Centennial Recreation Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave. The cost is $7. This is a drop-off program. For more information, call (408) 310-4252 or visit www.mhcrc.com.

Late night movie night
• Grab a bowl of popcorn and settle in as the latest and greatest movies on DVD come to the Teen Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave., from 7 to 9:30 p.m. These free movies are for those 12 to 18. For more information, call (408) 310-4273 or visit www.mhcrc.com.

Aug. 2
Teen Saturday sports
• All teens are invited to play basketball and soccer Saturday mornings at Community Park, 171 W. Edmundson Ave., from 11 a.m. to noon. The invitation is for those 12-18. For more information, call (408) 310-4273, visit www.mhcrc.com, or email [email protected].

Rhythm, rattle & rock
• A lively and noisy half hour of songs, dance, instruments and fun beginning at 3 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Library, 660 E. Main Ave. The event is free. For more information, call (408) 779-3196 or visit www.sccl.org.

Aug. 11
Learn how to grow fall and winter vegetables
Learn how to grow nutritious and tasty vegetables for consumption throughout fall and winter from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Morgan Hill Library, 660 W. Main Ave. Easy to grow cool season vegetables along with best cultural practices and pest control for fall and winter will also be covered. Presented by Master Gardener Joan Cloutier.

Aug. 23
Rotary golf tournament slated
The Rotary Club of Morgan Hill’s 20th Annual Golf Tournament is quickly approaching. The 2013 Tournament raised almost $20,000 which was used to help local community organizations throughout the year. The annual fundraiser will tee off at 1 p.m. at Eagle Ridge Golf Course, with about 120 golfers vying for the fun and unique prizes. Golfers do not have to be members of a Rotary club and are welcome to enjoy a beautiful day outside and dinner afterward. Pre-round access to the driving range will be available for all golfers, as well as a putting contest before teeing off and several fun contests on various holes throughout the 18 rounds, including a car for a “hole-in-one”. A box lunch will be provided, and plenty of liquid refreshments will be available to keep players hydrated. An after-round banquet dinner with drinks will be held for players, spouses, and friends. For more information or to pre-register (at a discounted price), please visit: www.mhrotarygolf.com.

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