Friday 11.9
San Martin Horsemen’s Association
The San Martin Horsemen’s Association meets at 7 p.m. on the second Friday of the 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
Poster Contest
The Morgan Hill Family Week Committee sponsors its family activity poster contest for students from Kindergarten through eighth grade. Posters due today must be no larger than 18 by 24 inches. On the back, list student name and grade, school name, teacher’s name and title of family activity. Turn posters in to the school office for pickup. Winners are awarded a prize and will be recognized in the Times.
Details: David, 968-9479
Walking/Hiking Group
Group meets each weeknight at 6 p.m. for an hour-long moderately paced walk. Meet near the Morgan Hill Center sign at Hale and Main avenues. Group also meets at 9 a.m. Saturday mornings for a longer walk, rain or shine, year round. Dogs are welcome at this free event.
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. Group meets daily at 12:30,
6 and 8 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday at 18675 N. Adams Court.
Details: 297-3555
Used-Book Sale
The Friends of the Library used- book sale is held 1-7 p.m. on Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays and 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Saturdays at the Morgan Hill Library, 660 W. Main Ave. Extended hours for the book store will become available as more volunteers join the Friends of the Library. Cost of membership is $10.
Details: Karen, 779-3995
Saturday 11.10
Older Women’s League
Santa Clara County Chapter meets 9:45 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month (except August), at Cypress Gardens, 3555 Judro Way, San Jose. Women over 50 are encouraged to attend. Focus is on issues dealing with women’s concerns.
Details: 294-1073
South County Democratic Club
The South Valley Democratic Club meets 10 a.m. at the San Martin Lions Club, 12415 Murphy Ave., San Martin.
Details: Swanee, 782-1017
Autism/Pdd/Asperger’s Support Group
Group meets 10 a.m.-noon on the second Saturday of the month at 7881 Eigleberry St., Gilroy.
Details: Jodi, 779-2676
Garlicky Group of Poets
Poetry readings are held monthly, 3:30 p.m., in the Gilroy Public Library meeting room, Rosanna and Sixth streets. Public participation is welcome. Admission is free.
Details: Ed, 779-4999
South Valley Republican Women Federated
The group invites Republican men and women to join its monthly meetings at Mama Mia’s restaurant, 1360 First St., Gilroy. Social at 11:30 a.m., guest speaker and lunch at noon. $20 for members, $25 for non-members. Annual membership fee is $15. RSVP to Georgia Trafts Garfink at 857-8952.
Details: Elizabeth, 960-9200 or so************@**RW.org
Sunday 11.11
Veterans Day Ceremony
Eddie Bowers conducts the annual Veterans Day ceremony, 9 a.m. at Monterey Road and Second Street to honor those in military service.
Details: Eddie, 779-8082
Monday 11.12
Tap Dancing
Join the Fabulous Flappers, a senior tap dance group, for classes in tap, 10 a.m.-noon Mondays and Wednesdays at the Dance Unlimited Studio, 15650 Vineyard Blvd.
Details: 778-0403
UPCOMING EVENTS
Skate Park benefit
Benefit dinner for the new skate park, 6-10 p.m., Nov. 23 at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road. Appetizers, beer, wine, soft drinks and silent auction. Presentation and blueprints for the skate park. Tickets are available at BookSmart, 80 W. Second St. for $25 or $30 at the door.
Details: 778-6467
AARP Safe Driving Class
AARP holds free one-day refresher courses for drivers 50 years of age and older. Driver safety and new laws will be covered. There is a minimal fee for a three-year DMV certificate for discounts on auto insurance. AARP membership not required. Call 1-6 p.m. for time and location of next class.
Details: 776-1413
