Friday 12.1
Book Sale Preview Night
Friends of the Morgan Hill Library hold a book sale preview night for members who have the opportunity to buy books before the public sale on Saturday. Memberships can be purchased at the door for $10.
Details: 782-9029
Saturday 12.2
San Martin Incorporation Kick-off Barbecue
The town of San Martin holds its incorporation kick-off barbecue, 11:30am-2pm at San Martin Lion’s Hall, 425 Murphy Ave., San Martin. Food, beverages and live music.
Details: RSVP, 800-700-5860, ext. 2999
Advent Lutheran Music Series
The Advent Lutheran Music Series presents its annual Handel’s “Messiah” sing-a-long, 4pm, at the Advent Lutheran Church, 16870 Murphy Ave. Optional rehearsal at 1pm. The DeAnza College orchestra will accompany the concert.
Details: 779-3551
Holiday Fun
Mouse Mania Cuts holds a holiday fun event, 10am-5pm at North Star Plaza, 17760 Monterey Road, suite B. Santa visits from 11am-1pm. Jump house, face painting and refreshments will be available.
Details: Betty, 782-9262
Book Sale
The Friends of the Library used- book sale is held every first Saturday, 10am-5pm and every third Wednesday, 1-6pm. Many children’s books and collectible titles are available. The event is held in the library meeting room, 17575 Peak Ave.
Details: 779-3995
Moon-lit Hike
Join the staff of theOpen Space Authority during one of the brightest evenings of the month at 5pm as they lead a free moon-lit hike through Rancho Canada del Oro Open Space Preserve, located just south of Calero County Park on Casa Loma Road.
Details: 224-7476 or visit www.openspaceauthority.org
Home Depot Free Kids’ Workshop
The Home Depot, 860 E. Dunne Ave., is offering a free workshop, 9am-noon, for children between 5 and 12 years old, featuring a treasure gift box. Free aprons for participants.
Details: (800) 430-3376 or visit www.homedepot.com
Pet Adoption Fair
Friends of San Martin Animal Shelter (FOSMAS) is having a pet fair today and Sunday, Dec. 3, noon-5pm at Petco, corner of Tennant Avenue and Monterey Road.
Details: FOSMAS, 681-3788 or visit www.fosmas.org
Employment Opportunity
The City of Morgan Hill is recruiting energetic, creative, enthusiastic and fun teens, ages 15 and older, to become part of the recreation team. Jobs are located at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center and the Centennial Recreation Center. Applications are available at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road and the Human Resources Department, 17555 Peak Ave.
Details: Chiquy Mejia, 782-0008
Sunday 12.3
Holiday Lights at Bonfante Gardens
Bonfante Gardens hosts its third annual Holiday Lights, 4-9pm Fridays-Sundays through Dec. 10 and daily Dec. 15-23, at Bonfante Gardens Family Theme Park, 3050 Hecker Pass Hwy., Gilroy. Evening parade, twinkling lights, holiday crafts in Santa’s workshop and pictures with Santa are offered. (Additonal fees for some services.)
Details: 840-7100 or visit www.bonfantegardens.org
MH Wind Symphony Concert
The Morgan Hill Wind Symphony invites the public to a Christmas concert entitled “An Evening with the Symphony,” 7:30pm at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse, 17090 Monterey Road. Admission is free, donations accepted.
Details: Lindsay, 782-2305
Monday 12.4
Community Blood Drive
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive, 1:30-6:30pm at Church of the Rock, 700 E. Dunne Ave.
Details: 1-800-GIVE-LIFE
