Saturday 5.26
Mushroom Mardi Gras
Alpine RV presents the 28th annual Morgan Hill Mushroom Mardi Gras, 10am-7pm today and 10am-6pm, May 27 at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road and Depot Street. Arts and crafts, food, children’s rides, exhibitors, live entertainment, beer and wine, street performers and strolling musicians. Free admission and parking.
Details: 778-1786
Mushroom Mardi Gras 10k Race/5k Fun Walk
The eighth annual Live Oak Boosters Mushroom Mardi Gras race starts 8am near the ranger station at Anderson Lake County Park at the corner of Malaguerra Avenue and Morning Star Drive. Race-day registration is $25 for adults, $20 for children ages 18 and under. All proceeds benefit Live Oak High School athletic programs.
Details: Sue, 227-4638
Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Research
Scrambl’z Diner sponsors the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer breakfast and lunch, 9am-3pm. Mention the local Avon Walk “A Team,” and Scrambl’z will donate 15 percent of your check to the cause.
Details: Amanda, 778-6962
Monday 5.28
Memorial Day Event
The public is invited to a flag-raising ceremony at the Morgan Hill Veterans Memorial, Monterey Road at First Street.
Details: Eddie, 779-8082
Tuesday 5.29
South Valley Youth Orchestra Concert
The South Valley Youth Orchestra and Preparatory Strings hold a spring concert, 7pm at the Gilroy High School Theater, 750 W. Tenth St., Gilroy. Admission is free.
Details: 778-6905 or visit www.svyomusic.org
Friday 6.01
Library Moving Sale, Members Preview Night
To reduce inventory before moving to its new facility, the Morgan Hill Library invites members of the Friends of the Library to a preview of its June 2 moving sale, 7-8:30pm at the Morgan Hill Library, 17575 Peak Ave. Books will be sold half-price.
Details: 779-9029
Saturday 6.02
Library Moving Sale
To reduce inventory before moving to its new facility, the public is invited to the Morgan Hill Library’s moving sale, 10am-5pm at the Morgan Hill Library, 17575 Peak Ave. Books will be sold half-price. Memberships to the Friends of the Library may be purchased at the door for $10. Use rear entrance for book sale.
Details: 779-9029
Country Western Concert
San Martin Lions Club is hosting a country and western concert featuring singers Belinda Gail and Curly Musgrave and Cowboy Poet Mick Vernon, 6pm at the San Martin Lions Club, 12415 Murphy Ave., San Martin. Tickets are $25 and can be ordered at the number listed below. Proceeds benefit local charitable organizations.
Details: 683-0898
Italian Festa and Charity Benefit
The Italian Catholic Federation sponsors the third annual Italian Festa and Charity Benefit, 10:30am-6pm at Casa de Fruta, 10031 Pacheco Pass Road, Gate 6, Hollister. Authentic Italian food noon-3pm and dancing to live music 11am-5:30pm. Donations are $35 for adults and $15 for children under age 12. Children under age 5 are free.
Details: Rosalie, (831) 637-1295
Hike, Bike, Hoof and Roll
Join the staff of the Open Space Authority during this National Trails Day celebration and trail dedication event, 10:30am-1:30pm at Rancho Canada del Oro Open Space Preserve, located just south of Calero County Park on Casa Loma Road. Free picnic lunch, children’s activities and guided nature walks are offered.
Details: 224-7476 or visit www.openspaceauthority.org
Monday 6.04
Community Blood Drive
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive, 1:30-6:30pm at the Sanctuary, 700 E. Dunne Ave.
Details: 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or visit www.BeADonor.com
Gavilan College Summer and Fall Classes
Register now for summer and fall classes at Gavilan College, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd., Gilroy. Summer session starts on June 18, but some classes begin June 4. Fall semester begins Sept. 4. Students may register in person at Gilroy, Morgan Hill or Hollister sites, by telephone or online.
Details: 848-4800 or visit www.gavilan.edu
Tuesday 6.05
National Hunger Awareness Day
Share your lunch on National Hunger Awareness Day, 11am-1pm in the Circle of Palms by the Fairmont Hotel, 170 S. Market St., San Jose. Donate $10 to Second Harvest and enjoy a plate of paella and a beverage. Catered lunch is donated, so all funds go directly to Second Harvest to feed children. Seating and musical entertainment is provided.
Details:(866) 234-3663 or visit www.shareyourlunch.net
Thursday 6.07
Free Masons
Free Masons No. 463 meets at 7:30pm, the first Thursday of the month, at the Masonic Lodge, 380 W. Dunne Ave.
Details: 779-2471 or visit **@****ic.com
South Valley Runners
The South Valley Runners Club meets the first Thursday of the month, 6pm at the Granary, 17500 Depot St. Visit the club’s Web site for times and places planned for local runs.
Details: 686-1002 or visit www.svrchome.org
California Republican Assembly Meeting
Conservative Republicans and others are invited to attend the monthly meeting of the California Republican Assembly (CRA), 7pm, at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites, 17035 Condit Road.
Details: Doug, 847-1692
Saturday 6.09
WERC Barbecue and Auction Fundraiser
Help support the Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center at its fundraising barbecue and auction, noon-3pm at San Martin Country Park, 13865 Monterey Road, San Martin. Raffle prizes, children’s activities. Tickets are $35 for adults and $10 for children ages 4-12. Children under 3 are free. Deadline to purchase tickets is June 2.
Details: 779-9372 or visit www.werc-ca.org for tickets
Unmask the Mysteries Gala-AIDS Benefit
The AIDS Coalition of Silicon Valley invites Santa Clara County residents to “Unmask the Mysteries,” the annual masked ball to raise funds for HIV/AIDS reearch, 7pm at the Triton Museum of Art, 1505 Warburton Ave., Santa Clara. Tickets are $125 per person and may be purchased through the Web site listed below.
Details: 451-9255 or visit www.unmaskthemysteries.com
Saturday 6.16
Family Kite Day at Pacheco State Park
Pacheco State Park presents its sixth annual Family Kite Day, 1-5pm at Pacheco State Park. Turn south on the San Luis Reservoir-Dinosaur Point turnoff of Highway 152 between Gilroy and Los Banos and make the first right. $5 park-entry fee. Hot-dog vendor available as well as free face painting and contests. Free souvenir button to all kite flyers.
Details: Jennifer, 826-6283 or e-mail jm***@******ca.gov
