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Artists’ reception
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Morgan Hill Photography Club will be exhibiting a collection of photographic prints presented by its members at a free artists’ reception. The art on display follows the theme of “Passion for Plants.” Each month members are encouraged to produce images based upon a specific theme, which motivates members to get out and take new pictures. The reception is open to the public and refreshments will be provided by the artists. The reception will be held on Friday, July 1 and the exhibition will run through August 13 at the Morgan Hill House located at 17860 Monterey Rd. To find out more about the event or about becoming a member go tomorganhillphotographyclub.org.
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Top Hatters Poker Run
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Enjoy a scenic and leisurely ride through San Benito County’s beautiful country roads at the Top Hatters 69th Anniversary Poker Run. All participants will ride to five designated stops to draw their cards and win prizes for the best and worst High/Low hands. After the ride, participants will enjoy live music, barbeque tri-tip sandwiches, chips and sodas or waters, all included in the $20 fee. Gather other riders and earn your Run Pin on Saturday, July 2 from 9 a.m. to Noon. The rout will be disclosed upon registration at Top Hatters Clubhouse, 843 San Benito St. Suite E., in Hollister. To learn more go to tophatters-mc.com.
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Special BINGO day
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Bring your Independence Day lucky charm for Live Oak Emerald Regime’s Special BINGO Session and help support the Emerald Regime Marching Band and Color Guard. All paper games, including warm-ups will pay out at $250. The plan is to play as many 1199’s and 5-strips as possible. There will be free daubers available along with door prizes and raffles. The snack bar will be open and free coffee will be available. Regular Saturday and Sunday games are also on the schedule for the holiday weekend. You’ll have plenty of time to catch the parade and fireworks show downtown so join lady luck on July 4 at Britton Auditorium on 80 West Central Ave., in Morgan Hill. Doors open at 1:15, warm up games at 2:45 and regular games begin at 3:15. For game prices go to emeraldregime.org.
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Summer fashion show
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Before the sun sets in downtown Gilroy, women from all over will assemble for fun and fashion at Amoretto Boutique Summer Fashion Show and view first hand, this year’s summer attire and accessories. The evening will include Chef prepared hors d’oeuvres, local poured wines, sensational sweets and of course hang time with the girls. This show is sponsored in part by local businesses such as Fortino Winery, Flash of Magic Photography, Kutz and Colors Salon and more. Enthusiastic fashionistas will stroll down the catwalk on Friday, July 8. The party will start at 6 p.m. at the boutique, located at 7490 Monterey St., Gilroy. You can free-RSVP at facebook.com/amorettoboutique.
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July 4th in San Jose
Choose from two free events for your Independence Day celebration. The Symphony Silicon Valley and the Rotary Club of San Jose invites you, your family, and your friends to Symphony Summer Pops, five hours of spectacular musical performances and a world-class fireworks display after dark, starting at 5:15 p.m. at Discovery Meadow, 180 Woz Way. The other celebration offers live entertainment from The Snarky Cats, School of Rock, Pete the Magician and Lyric Theater. You will also have an opportunity to write a letter to a U.S. soldier. Food vendors will be on site so bring blankets and flashlights to Almaden Lake Park at 6099 Winfield Blvd., from 3 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Learn more at sanjoseca.gov.
