Feelin’ groovy
GILROY
– Gavilan College Summer Theater Arts Repertory presents
”
Groovy,
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a musical tribute to the 1960s on Friday, Aug. 8, at 7:30 p.m.
and Saturday, Aug. 9, at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. STAR’s second session
will present the show, complete with period costumes and hairdos.
Shows are held at the Gavilan College Theater, 5055 Santa Teresa
Blvd. Tickets will be available at the door and are $10 for adults,
$9 for students and seniors, $7 for children 12 and under. Details:
848-4717.
Feelin’ groovy
GILROY – Gavilan College Summer Theater Arts Repertory presents “Groovy,” a musical tribute to the 1960s on Friday, Aug. 8, at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 9, at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. STAR’s second session will present the show, complete with period costumes and hairdos. Shows are held at the Gavilan College Theater, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd. Tickets will be available at the door and are $10 for adults, $9 for students and seniors, $7 for children 12 and under. Details: 848-4717.
Rock ‘n’ Roll Reunion
GILROY – Don’t miss “Rock ‘n’ Roll Reunion,” a singing and dancing tribute to the ’50s and ’60s. The show is a presen-tation of John Bisceglie and the City of Gilroy Com-munity Services Depart-ment.
The annual Children’s Summer Theater production will take place beginning Friday, Aug. 8, and run through Sunday, Aug. 23, at the Gilroy High School Theater, 750 W. 10th St.
Showtimes are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30. Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 each, and proceeds benefit Kids Discover Art 2004. Details: 846-8836.
Dust off your saddle shoes
GILROY – The final concert in the free Summer Concert Series is Sunday, Aug. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Christmas Hill Park amphitheater. Concert goers can dust off their saddle shoes and penny loafers and enjoy a trip down memory lane with The Corvairs, who will feature tunes from the ’50s and ’60s.
The concert is sponsored by the Community Foundation Silicon Valley, Gilroy Rotary Club and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #6309. Details: 846-8836.
Wise Monkey plays
GILROY – Local band, Wise Monkey, will perform at First Street Coffee Exchange, 1211 First St., on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy their acoustic, rock, folk, funk sounds while sipping a cup of java. Details: Jan Berg at 842-5547.
Make a furry friend
GILROY – The Friends of San Martin Animal Shelter (FOSMAS) need help finding loving families for over 300 homeless companion animals currently at the Shelter and in foster homes. Come to the FOSMAS petfair on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 16 and 17 from noon to 5 p.m. held at Our Pet Shop, 705 First St. Adopt a pet, make a donation to cover spay/neuter, food and litter expenses or sign-up to volunteer for the shelter. Details: 686-3900.
Bridge round robin tourney
GILROY – Gilroy Assistance League (GAL) is inviting bridge players to participate in their Round Robin tournament. The Bridge Round Robin involves five games played monthly from October to March, excluding December. The cost is $25 and all funds benefit children in South County.
This is a great way to have fun and meet people in the community. For more information call 847-3898 before Friday, Aug. 22.
Reserve a booth
GILROY – The South Valley Business Showcase will debut on Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 1 to 7 p.m. at the Historic Strand Theater, 7588 Monterey St.
“It’s Showtime” will feature the latest in products and services to thousands of potential customers under one roof. A “mixer” will also feature samplings of local restaurants and wineries. All booths cost $350, $500 for non-Gilroy Chamber members.
For additional exposure, four sponsorship levels are available: Balcony Level II $100, Balcony Level I $350, Mezzanine Level $750 and Orchestra Level $1,500.
For more information on sponsorship or to receive a registration brochure, contact Marsha Becht at 842-6437.
Season of symphony sounds
GILROY – South Valley Symphony has announced its concert schedule for the 2003-04 season.
• The symphony is kicking off its 30th season with a concert on Oct. 11 at 7:30 p.m., featuring operatic arias from “La Traviata” and “Rigoletto” by Guiseppe Verdi sung by Gilroy resident soprano Karen McConachin and baritone Michael Morris.
• A concert on Dec. 14 at 4 p.m. will feature Phil Robb and the Gavilan College Concert Choir in a performance of the “Gloria” by Vivaldi. The night will also showcase the premier performance of a selection called “South Valley Fanfare” by South Valley Symphony Music Director and Conductor Henry Mollicone.
• A family concert will be on Feb. 7 at 2 p.m.
• A celebration of solo artists from the orchestra will be April 3 at 7:30 p.m. Artists will include flautist Patricia Chambers and viola player Scott Spangler performing music by Donizetti, Mandel and Copland.
• A performance on May 22 at 7:30 p.m. will feature music of Spanish traditions. Arrangements are currently under way to include a mariachi band for this concert.
• A sixth concert will feature local artists for a jazz and blues presentation. A date and time haven’t been announced.
Season tickets are expected to go on sale Aug. 20. Details: 842-3934.
Register for fall classes at
GILROY – Gavilan College students who are at least 18 years of age may register for fall classes on the following dates.
• Gilroy main campus, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd.: Register through Aug. 15, Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Morgan Hill and Hollister: Register through Aug. 15, on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:30 a .m. to noon, 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., and Friday 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m.
• High school students may now register as contract students. Fall semester starts Tuesday, Aug. 19.
A complete schedule of classes is available on the Web. Details: www.gavilan.edu or 848-4800.
Hangin’ with the MRU
GILROY – Meet the Mounted Ranger Unit with Coyote Lake Ranger Griggs on Saturday, Aug. 16, from 8 to 9 p.m. Learn what it takes to be a Ranger who rides horses. Participants will also get to roast marshmallows while listening to a spooky horse story.
Meet at the visitor center. For more information on these programs, or if you’d like to schedule a ranger program for you or your group, call
842-7800.
Saving for long-term care
GILROY – Roberta Jones, an Edward Jones investment representative in Gilroy, will host a free program for individuals seeking to protect themselves from rising care costs.
The event will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 5 p.m. at the Edward Jones office at 7877 Wren Ave., Suite A, in Gilroy. The office is located just South of First Street near the intersection of First Street and Wren Avenue.
During this one-hour event, Edward Jones experts will explore the benefits and limitations of Medicare and Medicaid as well as the differences between health and long-term care insurance. An expert on long-term care will be present to answer questions following the broadcast.
This free event is presented at Edward Jones branch offices nationwide via the firm’s private satellite network. Refreshments will be served.
Details: 842-6943.
Down home country fun
SAN MARTIN – The San Martin Neighborhood Alliance presents “Hot August 9th Down Home Country Fun” on Saturday, Aug. 9. There will be a classic car show, food and family activities from 4 to 9 p.m. at the San Martin Pumpkin Patch Park on Monterey Road. Dance to your favorite oldies and country music. Admission is $4 in advance or $5 at the gate. Details: visit www.smneighbor.org, e-mail ww******@********or.org or call 683-2055.
A little bit of magic
MORGAN HILL – Magic Mike’s fun house will be at the Morgan Hill Community Center on Friday, Aug. 8, at 3 and 7 p.m. The show is a mix of magic, ventriloquism and other entertaining acts. Aiding Magic Mike will be his assistants the Magic Genii and Chiquy Boom.
Experience the world of illusion with a master of slight of hand.
The show is designed for all ages and sponsored by the Recreation Department. Some proceeds will benefit the Youth Advisory Council of Morgan Hill. Tickets are $10 for children, $15 for adults and $35 for a group of four. Details: 782-0008.
Tickets for ‘Blithe Spirit’
MORGAN HILL – South Valley Civic Theatre presents “Blithe Spirit,” a farce in three acts. Performances begin Friday, Aug. 22, running Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 p.m. through Sept. 13. There will be matinee performances at 2 p.m. on Aug. 31 and Sept. 7. The play will be performed at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse, corner of Dunne Avenue and Monterey. Doors open 30 minutes prior to performance. Tickets can be purchased at California Music in Gilroy or at the door. For more information or to reserve tickets, call 842-SHOW or visit www.svct.org.
Free movie under the stars
MORGAN HILL – The Chamber of Commerce will host its second annual “Movie Night Under the Stars” at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center on Saturday, Sept. 6, at dusk.
The free event will begin at 4 p.m. with a family fun fest featuring dance, martial arts and gymnastics demonstrations. Food, microbrew beers and local wines will be available. Kids’ activities including a three-story slide, jump house and crafts will also be on hand.
The movie, “The Sandlot”, is rated PG and will be projected on an outdoor screen at dusk. The Community and Cultural Center is at Monterey and Dunne Avenue at 17000 Monterey Road in the downtown Morgan Hill.
To assist with the cost of this free, fun-filled event, sponsorship opportunities, donations, screen ads and booth space are still available. Details: Michele Naylor or Sunday Minnich at 779-9444.
Radical raptors
GILROY – Explore birds of prey up close with a park ranger, staff of Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center and special guest live raptors. Discover, in person, what makes these birds so cool. Meet at the Coyote Lake Visitor Center at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 9. The program lasts until noon. Details:
842-7800.
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