The 29th Annual Wildflower Run is Sunday at Live Oak High School, 1505 E. Main Ave.
Presented by the Morgan Hill branch of the American Association of University Women, the event includes a 10K run, 5K run or walk and a 2K run for children ages 5-10. Proceeds fund scholarships for local women and girls.
All participants receive T-shirts and Jamba Juice smoothies. Prizes will go to the top finishers, and medals to the age group winners and all 2K runners.
Registration is $35 for adults and $25 for children ages 12 and under. Special rates are available for families and groups of 10 or more.
Details: Visit www.wildflowerrun.org. Register online at www.active.com. For questions, contact Wendy,
we********@ch*****.net
, (408) 778-3924.
NFL Flag Football
Registration for South Valley Flag Football’s spring season is underway.
Dedicated to providing high-quality, NFL Flag Football for boys and girls ages 4-14, SVFF has run leagues in the Morgan Hill area since 2004.
The cost to play is $110 for 10 games, plus the player combine, end-of-season jamboree, NFL logo jersey and flags, T-shirt, shorts, socks and more.
NFL Flag Football is five on five, noncontact and emphasizes skill development, equal playing time, life lessons and teamwork – plus it’s fun to play.
Details: Registration can be done at www.svflagfootball.net. Parents can register online and mail their payment.
Registration ends April 15.
SV Wine Auction & Food Fest
The 14th Annual South Valley Wine Auction & Food Fest will be held 6 to 10 p.m. Friday at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road.
The premiere wine and food event of South County benefits Morgan Hill Schools’ athletic programs. It will feature 12 great local restaurants and wineries.
Take home treasures from the silent auction, loaded with entertainment bargains and valuable services. Hosted by KBAY’s Jona Denz-Hamilton, the live auction will offer exciting prizes as well.
Details: Tickets are $50 in advance and $60 at the door. For auction item details, directions and ticket information, visit www.southvalleywineauction.org or call (408) 838-8719. Attendees must be 21 or older.
Coaching jobs
The Sobrato junior varsity football team needs coaches for its upcoming season.
Details: Contact varsity coach Nick Borello at (408) 398-0644,
ni**********@mh*.us
.
Live Oak High School is looking for a head junior varsity field hockey coach for next fall.
Details: Contact athletic director Mark Cummins at (408) 201-6140 or
mc********@ya***.com
.
Go take a hike
The Morgan Hill Walking/Hiking Group meets at 6 p.m. every weeknight and 9 a.m. Saturdays for moderately paced walks around town. Meet at the Morgan Hill Shopping Center at Hale Avenue and Main Street, near the red and white Morgan Hill Center sign. Everyone, including pets, are welcome.
Details:
ma********@ao*.com
, 779-7592.
USYVL looking for volunteers; registration open
The U.S. Youth Volleyball League is looking for volunteer coaches, site directors and volleyball instructors for its spring season.
Volunteers must be great with kids, dependable and enthusiastic. Volunteering with the USYVL is a great opportunity to work with youths in promoting their confidence and self-esteem while sharing with them the sport of volleyball.
Registration is open for the eight-week instructional season, which will run April to June at Paradise Park in Morgan Hill. It is open to boys and girls ages 7-15.
The USYVL provides a great opportunity for parents to spend time with their kids as they learn the game with emphasis on sportsmanship, cooperation and teamwork.
Details: Visit www.USYVL.org or call (888) 988-7985 for more information on registration and volunteer positions near you.
Britton needs new wrestling mat
Britton Middle School is accepting donations to purchase a new mat for its wrestling team, whose current mat is 25 years old and has eroded and lost most of its elasticity.
Details: Those interested in donating can contact Britton coach Raul Alvarez at
ra**************@gm***.com
.
