Make August count
Gilroy – Gavilan College will offer three classes in a special online session beginning Monday, Aug. 7. The session is designed for students who want to jump ahead.
Three classes will be offered online for this session: Web Page Authoring, BASIC Programming and C++ Programming.
To register call 846-3729 or stop by the Gilroy, Morgan Hill or Hollister sites. New students must submit an application before registering. Applications available at www.gavilan.edu.
Make some music
Gilroy – South Valley Music Makers once again celebrates music as enjoyment and as a medium for friendship Saturday, Aug. 19 from 1 to 4pm at the Music Academy, 7600 Church St. Musicians at all levels of advancement, and in all styles are welcome to perform. Listeners are always welcome.
Details: Candace Fazzio at 848-1064.
Summer grief support program
Gilroy – Hospice of the Valley presents Celebrating Our Memories: Storytelling through Photos, a summer grief support program to be held on Wednesday evenings, Aug. 9, 16 and 23 from 6 to 8pm. Open to adults in the community who are experiencing grief and loss of a loved one. These educational and supportive programs include creative use of photo collages and journaling to facilitate the grieving process. Attend one or all three at $10 per evening for art supplies.
Details: 947.1233 x 460 or www.hospicevalley.org.
Special orientation for Gav students
Gilroy – Students who are new to Gavilan College, and their parents are invited to attend a one-day only Student-Parent Orientation Day.
Students will be able to take their Placement/Assessment Tests and attend a New Student Orientation. Students will receive their test scores the same day, and receive initial advising on course selection.
Parents are invited to attend a session on “What to Expect and How to Support Your Gavilan College Student.”
Lunch will be provided. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. Event held Saturday, Aug. 19, at 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd.
Details: 848-4735.
Happy Days Car Show
San Martin – SMNA is having their 4th annual ‘Happy Days Car Show on Saturday, Aug. 19, from 11am to 5pm at the San Martin Country Park, 13865 Monterey Road. Free parking, food, popcorn and ice cream, raffle/silent auction items, petting zoo, vendors and music of the JJ Hawg and the Usual Suspects. $5 admission. Car registration fee is $35.
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