Tuesday 1.23
Order of the Eastern Star
The Manzanita Chapter meets the fourth Tuesday of every month, 8pm at 380 W. Dunne Ave. Former I.O.R.G. members now eligible.
Details: Marilyn, 779-4017 or ma**************@*ol.com
Wednesday 1.24
Stop Smoking Classes
Breathe California hosts its Ash Kickers series of classes 6:30-8pm, on Wednesdays from Jan. 24 through Feb. 28 for people wishing to quit the tobacco habit.
Details: 998-5865 or e-mail in**@*****us.org
Mount Madonna School Campus Tour
Mount Madonna School holds its Elementary Campus Tour Day by reservation only, for preschool through fifth-grade. School is accredited by CAIS and WASC and offers small class sizes.
Details: RSVP 847-2717
Thursday 1.25
Sons in Retirement
Sons in Retirement meet on the fourth Thursday of every month. Luncheon at noon, doors open at 11am at the Elks Lodge, 2765 Hecker Pass Road, Gilroy.
Details: George, 842-4444
or Earle, 779-9053
Saturday 1.27
Mission 10 Race/Fun Run
The Rotary Club of Hollister sponsors its 24th annual San Juan Bautista Mission 10-mile and 5-km race at 10:15am. A one-mile kids fun run is also scheduled for 9am. Race day registration begins at 8am. Entry fees are $5 for children and $20 for adults if paid before Jan. 22, $25 thereafter.
Details: Bill, (831) 637-0071 or visit www.sjbca.com
Sunday 1.28
Solo Piano Recital
Pianist Candace Fazzio presents a solo recital entitled ‘Piano Music with a Latin Flavor,’ 5:30pm at the Music Academy, Fourth and Church streets in Gilroy. Donations accepted. Please reserve seats by calling number below.
Details: 848-1064
Fastpitch Softball Tryouts
Tryouts for Pride of Morgan Hill 12U fastpitch softball will be held 2-4pm, today and Feb. 4 at Community Park on Edmundson Avenue. Team is striving to reach Nationals.
Details: Gene Ciraulo, 568-8621
Saturday 2.3
Polenta Dinner
The Italian Catholic Federation Branch 28 presents its 7th annual Polenta dinner prepared by chef Mario Fiorio and crew, 6-7pm, at the St. Mary Church Hall, 11 First St., Gilroy. Take-out available after 5:30pm. Donation is $12 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Purchase tickets from St. Mary Church office, Gilroy Travel, Baskin-Robbins on First Street or call Pat at 842-6065. Proceeds benefit ICF charities.
Details: Anna, 847-1331
