Friday 5.11
Hospice of the Valley Gala Fundraiser
The Hospice of the Valley hosts its 27th annual western gala, “Eureka,” 6pm at the Summit Center, 88 S. Fourth St., San Jose. Tickets are $150 per person. Proceeds benefit quality end-of-life care programs for adults, children and families facing life-limiting illnesses.
Details: 559-5600 or e-mail ga**@***********ey.org
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 Cities Environmental poster design contest. Reception today, 6:30-8pm.
Details: Therese, 782-0008
South Valley Civic Theater
The South Valley Civic Theater presents two suites by Neil Simon. “California Suite,” 8pm on May 11, 12, 18, 26 and June 2, and 2pm on May 12 and 26. “Plaza Suite” will be offered at 8pm on May 12, 18, 26 and June 1 and at 2pm on May 12 and 26. All performances will be at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse, 17090 Monterey Road. Ticket prices are $15 general and $12 for students and seniors, available at BookSmart, 80 E. Second St.
Details: SVCT, 842-7469
El Teatro Campesino
El Teatro Campesino presents a new rock muscical “Fascinatrix,” 8pm tonight and May 12 and at 2pm, May 12 and 13 at the El Teatro Campesino Playhouse, 705 Fourth St., San Juan Bautista. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, students and military and $12 for children.
Details: (831) 623-2444
Saturday 5.12
Author Reception
Meet award-winning finalist of USA Best Books, Maria Felicia Kelly, author of “Buz Words: Discovering Words in Pairs,” 11:30am-12:30pm at BookSmart, 80 E. Second St.
Details: 778-6467
Stargazing and Nature Talk
The Santa Clara County Open Space Authority presents an evening event, 7:45pm at Rancho Canada del Oro located at the end of Casa Loma Road. Learn about nocturnal wildlife and stargaze with astronomers. Dress warmly and bring a blanket and flashlight.
Details: Teri, 224-7476
Mother’s Day Matinee of ‘Lend Me A Tenor’
The Gavilan College Theater celebrates Mother’s Day by giving all mothers free admission to “Lend Me A Tenor,”2pm at the Gavilan College Theater, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd., Gilroy. There will be two more regular admission performances, 8pm on May 11 and 12. Tickets are $12 for adults and $8 for students and seniors.
Details: 846-4973
Annual Food Drive
The 15th annual letter carriers food drive benefits people in need throughout the Bay Area. Leave a bag of non-perishable food by your mailbox for pickup or bring food to your local post office.
Details: 694-0044 or e-mail
lc******@********nk.com
Aromas Country Garden Tour
See the beautiful colors of spring at the Aromas Country Garden Tour, 10am-4pm. Maps available at the Aromas Grange building located on the corner of Rose and Bardue avenues. Aromas Hills artisans show and demonstarte their work. Aromas 4-H will sell plants, jam, jelly and honey. Tickets are $10 per person.
Details: Linda, (831) 726-1786
‘Shake, Rattle and Roll’ Auditions
The Gilroy Community Services Department and John Bisceglie present auditions for the 1950s-60s musical “Shake, Rattle and Roll,” at the Wheeler Community Center dance room, 250 W. Sixth St., Gilroy. Auditioners ages 5-9 at noon, ages 10-14 at 2pm and ages 15-adult at 4pm. Bring a short, up-tempo song without music and wear comfortable clothing.
Details: (650) 302-5681
Sunday 5.13
South Valley Symphony Season Finale
The South Valley Symphony, conducted by Anthony Quartuccio, Jr., holdsits saeson finale concert, 4pm at Mission San Juan Bautista located on the corner of Second and Mariposa streets, San Juan Bautista. Tickets are $25 for adults, $55 for seniors 55 aged 55 years and older and $15 for students aged 12-18 years. Price includes wine and cheese tasting after the concert.
Details: John, (831) 623-4062
Monday 5.14
Las Palmas Tequila Seminar and Dinner
Las Palmas Restaurant holds a tequila educational seminar, tasting and dinner, reception at 6:30pm, dinner at 7pm at Las Palmas, 16825 Condit Road. All-inclusive price is $29.95 per person. Call number listed below for reservations, seating is limited.
Details: 779-7400
