The San Martin Horsemen’s Association will host a pleasure ride
at Mt. Madonna Park today, followed by a barbecue and potluck.
Local Horsemen Host Ride in Mt. Madonna Park
San Martin – The San Martin Horsemen’s Association will host a pleasure ride at Mt. Madonna Park today, followed by a barbecue and potluck. Space is limited to 30.
Details: Marcia at 842-0777 or www.smhorse.com. Members only, sign up with SMHA at any time.
Details: Mary at 779-9594 or www.smhorse.com.
Fiery Teen Movie Shows at the Gilroy Library
Gilroy – Join others at 6:30pm Thursday, July 19, at the Gilroy Library, 7387 Rosanna St. to watch a fiery movie based on a motorcycle-riding comic book character. You don’t have a motorcycle or any tattoos? That’s OK. Temporary tattoos will be handed out that evening.
Details: 842-8207.
Give Blood and Help Save Lives
Gilroy – Donate blood at the Church Hall, 8455 Wren, from 1:30 to 6:30pm, Monday.
The American Red Cross Northern California Blood Services Region is experiencing a shortage of blood. Blood donations routinely drop in the summer due to vacations, holidays, and everyone’s busy lifestyles in the summer months, and this year is no exception.
Call 1-800-Give-Life, or go to www.BeADonor.com (Code: GILROY) to schedule an appointment.
South County Democrats Schedule Meeting
Gilroy – The next meeting of the South County Democratic Club is Saturday July 21 at the San Martin Lions Club located at 12415 Murphy Ave. San Martin. Meeting starts at 10am. They will be voting on endorsement of the Peace Resolution.
Details: Swanee 782-1017.
See Unusual Backyard Model Railroads
Gilroy – South County Garden Railroaders invite the public to the 13th annual Garden Layout Tour to benefit the St. Joseph’s Center and Community Pantry from 9am to 3pm July 22. Visit 11 model railroads running through some of the most unusual backyard gardens in Gilroy, Morgan Hill, Hollister and Scotts Valley as well the masterfully done San Juan Pacific Club layout at Bolado Park. Please bring non perishable food (canned goods, pasta, cereal, etc.) to donate and pickup a guide book at the All Aboard Junction train store at 8355 Monterey St.
Details: 846-8841, 230-6716, 848-1440, or 842-1843. Or visit mysite.verizon.net/res8wxj5/
Buy a Book and Raise Cash for Rebekah Services
Gilroy – In an effort to raise funds for Rebekah Children’s Services, the nonprofit has partnered with Yvonne Drew author of “Today I Was Adopted.” The goal is to sell 1,000 books. Proceeds benefit Rebekah Children’s Services. Deadline is July 31.
Details: 846-2142
Class of 1967 Reunion Scheduled
Gilroy – The GHS class of 1967 will celebrate a 40th reunion Sept. 15, at Las Animas Veterans Park. Free admission and barbecue.
Details: Larry Scettrini at 842-5480 or la*******@*ol.com.
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