Friday 6.08
Young Artist Exhibit
Local young artists, ages 5-17, display 130 pieces of artwork at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road through June 8. Included are the winners of the IDI poster contest and the city’s environmental poster design contest.
Details: Therese, 782-0008
San Martin Horsemen’s Association
The San Martin Horsemen’s Association meets 7pm on the second Friday of each month at the Morgan Hill Grange Hall,
40 E. Fourth St. Bring a pot luck dish to share.
Details: Mary, 779-9594 or visit www.smhorse.com
YMCA Senior Luncheon
YMCA Senior Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave., holds a luncheon at noon, Monday-Friday. $5 fee for those under 60, $2 donation is asked for seniors over 60, but not required.
Reservations: Patricia Wyman, 782-2128 ext. 809-Nutrition
Saturday 6.09
WERC Barbecue and Auction Fundraiser
The Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center hosts a fundraising barbecue and auction, noon-3pm at San Martin Country Park, 13865 Monterey Road, San Martin. Raffle prizes and children’s activities are offered. 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
South Valley Republic Women Federated
Guest Eric LaMoe, FBI special agent, speaks at the South Valley Republican Women Federated Club meeting, 11:30am at Mama Mia’s Restaurant, 1360 First St., Gilroy. Lunch is $20 per person.Reservations requested.
Details: 852-0068
Monday 6.11
Food Addicts Anonymous
Group meets 7-8:30pm Mondays at the Advent Lutheran Church, 16870 Murphy Ave.
Details: Victoria, 778-6353
Al-Anon Meeting
Families of alcoholics meet 7:30pm Monday nights at the Advent Lutheran Church, 16870 Murphy Ave., in room 5.
Details: Jonnie, 778-2333
Walking/Hiking Group
Group meets each weeknight at 6pm for an hour-long moderately paced walk. Meet near the Morgan Hill Center sign at Hale and Main avenues. Group also meets at 9am on Saturday mornings for a longer walk, rain or shine, year round. Dogs welcome. Free.
Details: 779-7592 or ma********@*ol.com
Alcoholics Anonymous
Various meetings in Morgan Hill and South County throughout the week to help those trying to break a drinking problem. Meets daily, Monday-Saturday, 12:30, 6 and 8pm. Sunday, 11am and 7:30pm, 18675 N. Adams Court.
Details: 297-3555
Thursday 6.14
Community Blood Drive
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive, 1:30-6:30pm at the Church Hall, 8455 Wren Ave., Gilroy.
Details: 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or visit www.BeADonor.com
Saturday 6.16
W.E.R.C. Bird Walk
The Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center is hosting a monthly series of bird walks, 9-11am along Coyote Creek, led by Jane Haley, a 20-year National Park Service docent. Due to terrain, walk is not recommended for younger children. Program is free, space is limited and reservations are required.
Details: W.E.R.C., 779-9372 or visit www.werc-ca.org
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 take the first right. Park entry fee of $5 per car. Hot dog vendor available, free face painting and contests. Free souvenir button to all kite flyers.
Details: Jennifer, 826-6283 or
e-mail jm***@******ca.gov
South County Democratic Club
The South Valley Democratic Club meets at 10am at the San Martin Lions Club, 12415 Murphy Ave., San Martin. Guest speaker is Congressman Mike Honda.
Details: Swanee, 782-1017
Early Days in San Juan
San Juan Bautista State Historic Park hosts “Early Days,” 11am-4pm on Second Street, San Juan Bautista. History comes alive with period costumes and demonstrations. Admission is $2 for adults. Children under 16 are free.
Details: (831) 623-4881
Victorian Ball
The Plaza History Association holds its “Victorian Ball,” 7pm at the VFW Post, 58 Monterey St., San Juan Bautista. Victorian dress is not required, but will be admired. Tickets are $35 at the door.
Details: (831) 902-0728
Story Time at Library
Morgan Hill Library, 17575 Peak Ave., hosts “Toddler Story Time” for ages 2 to 3 1/2 at 10am and “Preschool Story Time” for ages 3 1/2 to 5 at 10:45am on Thursdays.
Details: 779-3196 or
www.santaclaracountylib.com
UPCOMING EVENTS
Class Reunion
Live Oak High School class of 1976 and 1977 will be having a combined 30th class reunion, Sept. 15 at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road.
Details: Janet, 778-0338 or e-mail
gm******@*****il.com or ja********@*******nk.net
