Gilroy Library offers passport services
The Gilroy Library, located at 350 West Sixth Street, now offers U.S. passport services as of Aug. 6. The local library is now the fourth Santa Clara County library that serves as an official passport acceptance facility, following Milpitas, Cupertino and Los Altos libraries,...
‘Mean Girls’ hits the local stage
The teen drama and cafeteria politics of North Shore High School come to life at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse as South Valley Civic Theater launches their production of "Mean Girls," opening Feb. 21.
The show features a cast of 25 local performers ages 14-18,...
Garlic Festival returns to Gilroy this weekend
Gilroyans and garlic lovers are busy getting ready for the Gilroy Garlic Festival, returning in 2025 as a revamped, more intimate—yet still iconic—version of the fabled food fest.
The Garlic Festival takes place July 25-27 at Gilroy Gardens, with an attendance cap of about 3,000...
County launches grant program to help extend childcare options
Santa Clara County is steering $15 million into expanding childcare services in the county, officially launching last week a grant program that was approved in February.
Funds can be used by recipients for facility improvements and operating costs, including rent and wages.
The county Board of...
Seeking purpose on the stage
South Valley Civic Theatre once again steps up to conquer the stage with the 2013 Revival production of “Pippin.”
Opening Nov. 16 at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse, the show promises to deliver stunning performances, vibrant choreography and acrobatics and an unforgettable story that resonates...
Ranch purchase adds to Bay Area Ridge Trail plan
The Conservation Fund purchased the Richmond Ranch on Jan. 22, a 3,653-acre property in southern Santa Clara County.
The Fund is a national organization that provides money to bridge the acquisition of conservation lands by private and public sources. In this case, they are buying...
Local Scene: May 18 quilt show benefits AAUW
Quilt show benefits AAUW
The AAUW Gilroy branch will host a quilt show and lunch from 11am-2:30pm May 18 at the IFDES Hall, 250 Old Gilroy Street. Treat your mother or friend to a light lunch and a showing of a variety of quilts, from...
Local Scene: Election results certified; low-income healthcare enrollment drops
Gutierrez named to dean’s list
Valeria Gutierrez, of Gilroy, made the fall 2023 dean's list at the University of Puget Sound for achieving at least a 3.7 grade-point average, completing all of their enrolled courses without withdrawals, and having no incomplete grades.
Low-income healthcare enrollment drops
Low-income...
Local Scene: ‘Illuminate the Night’ concert Sept. 14 at Gav
Fundraising concert is Sept. 14 at Gavilan Theater
Gilroy Foundation presents its annual fundraiser, “Illuminate the Night” Candlelight Concert, at Gavilan College Theater Sept. 14.
The evening, set on the foothill campus of Gavilan College, begins at 5pm and will feature a candlelight concert with performances...
Jews, Muslims and Christians unite to distribute bikes, meals, hygiene kits
Bryant Stripling Jr. exuded gratitude for a bicycle he received during an Abrahamic Alliance International (AAi) compassion event at Las Animas Park in Gilroy on Oct. 26. His new set of wheels will help him get to and from courses he’s attending at Gavilan...





















