Jan. 1, Somerset Auction – Bid on distinctive antiques, home decor, art, jewelry and collectibles from around the world at this auction event. There is no minimum bids or entrance fee. Auction takes place at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center at 17000 Monterey Road in Morgan Hill. Call 408.562.2000 for more information. Free. A list of items up for bid can be viewed at http://www.somersetauctions.com/index.htm.
Jan. 2, Movie Matinee at the Library – Keep the kids entertained over winter break with family friendly movie shown at the Morgan Hill Library. After the film, they can check out a few books on their way out. Part of the library’s children's program, this event takes place from 2-4pm at the Morgan Hill Public Library at 660 W Main Ave., Morgan Hill. Call 408.779.3196 for more information.
Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 – Morgan Hill Certified Farmers Market -
This popular California Farmers' Market Association farmers' market features specialties of the season...dried fruit, honey, organic vegetables, Asian vegetables, farmstead cheeses, wild pacific salmon and fresh baked breads, just to name a few. It takes place at 9am every Saturday, rain or shine, at Third and Depot Streets in downtown Morgan Hill.
Jan. 5-Feb.20, “Landscapes Through the Eyes of Lee Dauberg” – Artwork by local painter Lee Dauberg will be on exhibit throughout the lobby of the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center at 17000 Monterey Road in Morgan Hill. Free, call 408.782.0008 for more information.
Jan. 7, Group Scrapbooking at the Morgan Hill Library - If you're new to scrapbooking, join an experienced group of scrapbookers who can provide assistance. Or, if you're more experienced, bring your current project to the library and meet new friends. This adult program takes place from 6-8:30pm at the Morgan Hill Public Library at 660 W Main Ave., Morgan Hill. For more information, call 408.779.3196.
Jan.-Feb., Bye Bye Birdie - South Valley Civic Theatre presents the popular stage production about rock and roll superstar Conrad Birdie and his biggest fan getting a smooch on the Ed Sullivan Show. Shows at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse at 17090 Monterey Road in Morgan Hill. Tickets are $14-18, available at the Community Center and
at BookSmart. Visit www.svct.org or call 842-SHOW for more information.
Jan. 8, Time for Wine at Clos LaChance Winery - Wine enthusiasts are encouraged to bring a picnic, listen to live music and enjoy Clos LaChance’s great wines as the sun sets over the vineyard. The wineries cozy main hall and expansive patio are open to all 21+ visitors from 5-9pm, no reservations required. For more information, call 1.800.ITS.WINE or visit http://www.clos.com/index.cfm.
Jan. 8, Women in Business Luncheon - International speaker and career consultant Naomi Tickle will speak about her books “You Can Read a Face Like a Book” and “Closing The Sale.” She has appeared on CNN, NBC, BBC, Good Morning America and numerous television radio interviews, giving a working knowledge on how to use information in your business and personal life to understand yourself and the people you meet. This event is sponsored by Sarah Montoya, a wound care RN with Saint Louise Regional Hospital Wound and Care Center. 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 a.m. at Coyote Creek Golf Club, One Coyote Creek Golf Drive , San Jose. For more information, call 408.779.9444.
Jan. 9, Morgan Hill Youth Advisory Committee Fashion Show – Come and participate in the YAC Fashion Show, which functions as a fundraiser for the group. The event takes place at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center from 7-9pm.
Jan. 16, Bluegrass Music concert featuring Rhonda Vincent and The Rage - This evening of bluegrass music with Rhonda Vincent, the Bluegrass Female Vocalist of the Year, is sponsored by Guglielmo Family Winery. Event takes place from 7:30pm to 10pm at the Morgan Hill Grange Hall, located at 40 East 4th Street, Morgan Hill. For more information, contact Tim Edes a1
408.779.5456, 408.595.4882, t.edes@verizon.net or visit www.cbaontheweb.org.
Jan. 16, Red Panda Acrobats at the Morgan Hill Library -
Celebrate the Chinese New Year with the Red Panda Acrobats, performing amazing acrobatic skills in colorful costumes, all to traditional Chinese music. This event us sponsored by the Friends of the Morgan Hill Library, and takes place from 4-5pm at the Morgan Hill Public Library at 660 W Main Ave., Morgan Hill. For more information, call 408.779.3196.
Jan. 17-18, SCMWA Great Wine Weekend – Many South Valley wineries are taking part in this winter wine passport program sponsored by the Santa Cruz Mountains Winegrowers Association. Contributing local wineries include Martin Ranch Winery, Sarah's Vineyard, Clos LaChance Winery and Fernwood Cellars. The SCMWA’s sixth annual Wine and Crab Taste Off will take place from 2-5pm on Jan. 18, and participants can vote for their favorite pairing of local wine and local crab. Prices start at $49. Visit http://www.scmwa.com/ for more information.
Jan. 23, Dive In Movie - Forget about sitting in a movie theater when you can hang out at the CRC indoor pool for a movie. Bring the entire family for a fun filled evening. Refreshments are available for additional cost. Centennial Recreation Center, Indoor Pool, 171 West Edmundson Morgan Hill. 7pm – 10pm. Free for CRC members, $7 Adult Morgan Hill Resident/ $9 Adult non Morgan Hill Resident, $5 Youth Morgan Hill Resident / $7 Youth non Morgan Hill Resident. For more information contact Abel Gutierrez at (408) 782-2128 ext. 806 or abel.gutierrez@mhcrc.com
Jan. 24, Wordplay at the Morgan Hill Library - In honor of Silicon Valley Puzzle Day, you can catch puzzle fever and gather with fellow word puzzle enthusiasts to watch a screening of the documentary film Wordplay. Wordplay features appearances by famous crossword puzzle lovers like comedian Jon Stewart, Bill Clinton, the Indigo Girls and Will Shortz, editor of the New York Times crossword puzzle. Popcorn and prizes will be provides, and admission is free. The film will be shown from 3-5pm in the Morgan Hill Library's program room. Call 408.779.3196 or visit http://svpuzzle.org/2009wordplay.html for more information.
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