Friday 8.17
“I Hate Hamlet”
Laughter Productions presents Paul Rudnick’s comedy “I Hate Hamlet,” 8pm on Aug. 17, 18, 24 and 25; matinee at 2pm on Aug. 18 and 19. All showings at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse, 17090 Monterey Road. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students and seniors over 65 years of age.
Details: Frederick, 203-0068 or visit www.zaptix.com
Annual Rummage Sale
The Morgan Hill United Methodist Church presents its annual rummage sale, 9am, Aug. 17-18 at the church, 17175 Monterey Road.
Details: www.mhumc.com
Friday Night Music Series
The Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce hosts a series of live music events, 7-9pm in downtown Morgan Hill, featuring the rhythm and blues sound of the 3D band.
Details: Garrie, 779-9444
Saturday 8.18
South Valley Music Makers
The South Valley Music Makers holds its meeting 1-4pm. Musicians and listeners are welcome to attend. Call number listed below for location.
Details: 848-1064
Wine Label Winner
Guglielmo Winery holds a reception to announce the winner of the call to artists wine label competition, 6:30pm at the Guglielmo Winery, 1480 E. Main Ave. Public welcome.
Details: 779-2145
Classic Car Show
The San Martin Neighborhood Alliance presents its annual “Happy Days” Custom and Classic Car Show, 11am-5pm, Aug. 18-19 at the San Martin Country Park, 13865 Monterey Road, San Martin. Admission is $5 per person.
Details: 776-7783
Farmers Market
Morgan Hill Certified Farmers Market is held 9am-1pm, every Saturday at the downtown train depot, Third and Depot streets, rain or shine.
Details: (800) 806-3276 or 779-5130
Storytime at BookSmart
BookSmart hosts “Storytime,” 11am every Saturday, 80 E. Second St. Readers are from San Martin/Gwinn Elementary School.
Details: 778-6467
Animals at Gilroy Gardens
Gilroy Gardens presents “Summer Safari: Predators and Prey,” through Aug. 29 at Gilroy Gardens, 3050 Hecker Pass Hwy., Gilroy. Get up close to live animals and learn about their habitat and role in the animal kingdom. Exhibit is free with paid park admission.
Details: 840-7100 or visit www.gilroygardens.org
Ranger Campfire Program
The park rangers at Coyote Lake present various free ranger programs, 8-9pm every Saturday until the last weekend in September. You might sing songs, take night hikes, play games or make crafts while learning about park plants, wildlife, geology or history. Each program ends with s’mores and a story. There is a $6-vehicle-park-entry fee.
Details: 842-7800 or e-mail ch************@pr*.org
Sunday 8.19
South County Democratic Club Annual FUNdraiser
The South County Democratic Club hosts its annual FUNdraiser, 11am-3pm at San Martin Country Park, 13865 Monterey Road, San Martin. Featured speakers on the environment along with exhibits and materials. Lots of food (tri-tip, salads, garlic bread, etc.) to enjoy and free parking. Suggested donation is $20 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Play area and train rides are available. Bring a dessert with a great Democratic name and win a prize. Silent auction with many items up for bid.
Details: Swanee, 782-1017 or Kristine, 842-5088
Sunday 8.26
Aromas Day 2007
Live music, a parade, Art in the Park, strolling musicians, scarecrow contest, plus food, climbing wall, games, petting zoo, pony rides and draft horse wagon rides. Proceeds benefit local non-profit clubs and youth organizations. Aromas Day begins with breakfast and a silent auction at the Grange, 7-11am. Arts and crafts in the park from 9am-4pm with the parade at 2pm.
Details: 776-1413
Wednesday 8.29
Free Dog Lectures/Socials
Daphne of K-9 Partnership gives free dog lectures, 7:30pm on the last Wednesday of the month at Peet’s Coffee and Tea, 755 Cochrane Rd., Suite 100. Topics include house-training, dog park etiquette, dogs and children and more. Limited space, come early.
Details: Daphne, 857-2468
