friday 1.14
Silent Peace Vigil
Women in Black, Gilroy, meets weekly for a silent peace vigil, Fridays from 5 to 6pm.
Details: wo****************@*****il.com.
Elkhorn Slough Tour
Don’t miss out on the winter migration of thousands of birds. Explore the wetlands of Elkhorn Slough on a stable pontoon boat. Also see otters and seals this time of year. Two-hour guided tours leave from Moss Landing on Jan. 14, at 9:15am; Jan. 15, at 9:15am; Jan. 16 at 12:15pm; and Jan. 17 at 11:15am. Reservations are required.
Call (831)633-5555 for details.
Morgan Hill walking/hiking group
Meets Monday through Friday from 6 to 7pm and on Saturday mornings at 9am Meet at Morgan Hill Shopping Center, Hale and Main avenues. There is no charge and everyone is welcome to attend.
Details: 779-7592.
saturday 1.15
‘Lil Dragon Self Defense Classes
ASDA (American Self-Defense Academy), located at 7822 Monterey St., is holding classes for children, ages 3 through 8, in their ‘Lil Dragon Program. Focusing on self-esteem, self-control, respect, and safety and life skills.
For details call Marieta at 607-4313.
Gavilan Joggers Club
Meets at 8:15am every Saturday at Christmas Hill Park, near the entrance. Jog two to three miles including short track workout. Beginner joggers and those who would like to compete in running events are welcome.
Details: 683-4683.
Biking Group
The Health Ministries Program of Gilroy Presbyterian Church is sponsoring a Biking Group every Saturday, at 8:30am, leaving from the parking lot by First Street Coffee House, located at the corner of First Street and Westwood Drive.
Men and women of all skill levels are welcome. Shorter, recreationally paced short loop rides will be followed by longer, more challenging loops.
Call Nancy McDonald at 842-9110 with any questions.
sunday 1.16
Griefshare support
Griefshare, a grief recovery support group, holds weekly support group meetings at First Baptist Church, 8455 Wren Ave., from 7 to 9pm in the Choir room. Those grieving the loss of someone close can find comfort and encouragement from others who understand what they are experiencing and want to help through their difficult time. Each session includes a video seminar featuring top experts on grief and recovery subjects, as well as real-life people who share their experiences. After the video, participants review and share their thoughts about the subject and offer their experiences with each other.
For details call 847-6000 or 846-6872.
Bridge
Duplicate Bridge on every third Sunday of the month at 1pm the game is at the Veteran’s Building, 74 W. Sixth St.
Details: 779-4317 or e-mail to d_******@*****er.net.
Gavilan Joggers and Striders Club
Meets at 8am every Sunday near the corner of Santa Teresa Boulevard and First Street. The club runs four to eight miles.
Details: 683-4683.
Gilroy Historical Society
Gilroy – The Gilroy Historical Society is inviting the public to go with them on a tour of the Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum. The tour begins at 10am and is free. Members and friends may meet at 9am Saturday at the Gilroy Museum, 195 Fifth St., for carpooling or meet us at the Almaden Mining Museum, 21350 Almaden, San Jose at 10am.
For details call 842-8494.
