hoto club meets Wednesdays
– The Morgan Hill Photography Club meets the first Wednesday of
every month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Centennial Recreation Center,
171 W. Edmundson Ave.
Photo club meets Wednesdays
– The Morgan Hill Photography Club meets the first Wednesday of every month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Centennial Recreation Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave.
This is a general meeting (bring a photo to share) followed by discussion of photography techniques (topics vary each month). All levels welcome.
Details: www.morganhillphotographyclub.org.
Sugar blues
– Ahhh, the sweetness of sugar, but is it good for you? Join us this month for the free workshop, Sugar Blues, from 7 to 8 p.m. July 20, at BookSmart, 80 E Second St.
Details: (408) 778-6467.
E-waste recycling event helps MHYSA
– A free e-waste recycling event to benefit the Morgan Hill Youth Sports Alliance takes place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday July 23 at the Outdoor Sports Complex, 16500 Condit Road. All types of office equipment and electronic items will be accepted. Drive up and drop off. There will be help unloading. Items not accepted include florescent bulbs, furniture, large appliances, refrigerators, paints and solvents, microwave ovens, paper shredders, power tools and vacuum cleaners. All proceeds allow more children to participate in sports.
A batty trip at Calero County Park
– Take a ride to the Calero Bat Inn from 6 to 9:30 p.m. July 23, 5 to 7 a.m. Aug. 13 and 5:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. Aug. 27 at Calero County Park. Bring a small beach chair or blanket, closed-toe shoes, bug spray, layered clothing and flashlight. Meet at the Calero Park office. Reservations are required.
Details: 268-3883.
Tour Mount Madonna School
– Tour Mount Madonna School at 10 a.m. July 26 and discover what brings parents and students up the mountain.
Details: To RSVP (and for directions) call (408) 847-2717. www.MountMadonnaSchool.org.
Explore the history of Uvas Canyon
– Discover the beauty of Uvas Canyon and how it was shaped by our geologic past from 9 to 11 a.m. July 30. Meet at the day-use parking lot with sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection and water.
Details: 842-2341 or parkhere.org.
Have coffee with the mayor
– The next Coffee will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 30 at Hot Java, corner of Second Street and Monterey Road in downtown Morgan Hill. As always, bring questions, concerns, suggestions or criticisms.
Mike Johnson to be honored Aug. 6
– Mike Johnson will receive the Leadership Excellence Award during a 5 p.m. Aug. 6 tribute dinner, benefit and party at Jason Stephens Winery, 11775 Watsonville Road. In a beautiful outdoor setting among vineyards and under an oak canopy, the event will include a silent auction and a delicious gourmet dinner.Â
At his request, the recognition program will be abbreviated for music and dancing to Morgan Hill’s favorite band, the Usual Suspects. In keeping with his character, dress for the event is simple casual for summer fun in the vineyard. The event will reflect the fun and camaraderie so typical of Johnson, thereby truly honoring and celebrating him.Â
Tickets at $95 per person are available at www.leadershipmorganhill.org.
Gavilan aviation classes set to begin
– Students seeking careers in aviation can apply for fall admission to the Gavilan College program that is accredited by the Federal Aviation Administration. Fall aviation classes start Aug. 11. Open registration is now in effect. Fees are $36 per unit. Other Gavilan classes begin Aug. 31.
Details: 852-2861 or gavilan.edu.
Give blood, help save lives
– The next American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 10, at Anritsu Company, 490 Jarvis Drive, Morgan Hill. Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or go to redcrossblood.org. (Sponsor Code: ANRITSU) to schedule an appointment.
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