Morgan Hill: 2018 Free Friday Night
Music Series
Date: Fridays from June – August, 2018
Time: 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Location: Morgan Hill Downtown Amphitheater
Invite a friend to the family-friendly free event. Bring a lawn chair, and
dance the night away. Beer, wine, food and more available for on-site purchase.
Kiwanis Morgan Hill and Morgan Hill Grange donate 100% of food proceeds back
into the community for youth scholarships. Hosted by the Morgan Hill Chamber of
Commerce and sponsors.
More information: https://business.morganhill.org/events/details/2018-friday-night-music-series-41006
Los Gatos: Vasona Vibrations
Date: Saturdays,
June and July, 2018
Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Vasona Lake County Park
The spacious lawn at Vasona Lake County Park is the scene of late afternoon
summer Saturday concerts starting in June. Celtic, Bluegrass, Zydeco and roots
music of all kinds are on tap at this free concert series.
More information: http://vasonavibrations.org/
San Jose: Board of
Supervisors Budget Hearings
Date: Monday, June 11 -
15, 2018
Time: Varies
Location: Board Chambers, 70 West Hedding St, San Jose
The public is invited to attend the FY2019 Budget Hearings of
the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors.
More information: www.sccgov.org
Morgan Hill Library : Lunch at the Library
Date: Monday - Friday, June 11 - August 3, 2018
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Morgan Hill Library, 660 West Main Ave
SCCLD has partnered with Second Harvest and Silicon Valley YMCA to provide a healthy, nutritious, free lunch to children 2-18 at the Gilroy Library, Morgan Hill Library and through a partnership with San Martin Gwinn Elementary School. Lunch at the Library offers a safe and positive environment that provides not only a nutritional meal, but also access to books, interactive learning resources, and engaging educational activities throughout the summer. With Lunch at the Library, we are able to feed the body and the mind.
More information: www.sccl.org
Gilroy Library: Photographer and
Author QT Luong
Date:
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
Time:
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location:
Gilroy Library, 350 W. 6th Street, Gilroy
Photographer
and author QT Luong will be at Gilroy Library to discuss his book Treasured
Lands: A Photographic Odyssey through America's National Parks.
More
information: www.sccl.org
San Jose: Yoga Hike Meditate
Date:
Wednesday, June 13, 2018
Time:
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location:
Almaden Quicksilver County Park
Refresh your mind, body, and spirit with Mother Nature. Learn simple and
effective methods for self-healing and energy enhancement by practicing gentle
postures, breathing, and mind intentions. $15 per person. Meet at Wood Rd.
parking lot.
Reservations online or (408) 355-2201
Los Gatos: Jazz on the Plazz
Date: Wednesdays,
June 13 - August 22, 2018
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Town Plaza Park
Late June through late August sees world-class musicians setting up in Town
Plaza Park every Wednesday evening for Jazz on The Plazz, a quintessentially
Los Gatos celebration of summer al fresco. More information: http://jazzontheplazz.com/
Morgan Hill Library: Touch-a-Truck
Date: Wednesday,
June 13, 2018
Time:
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location:
Morgan Hill Library, 660 W. Main Avenue, Morgan Hill
Check
out some cool vehicles like a fire truck, ambulance, and police car (subject to
change).
More
information: www.sccl.org
Gilroy Library: Jeremy the Juggler
Date:
Wednesday, June 13, 2018
Time:
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm; 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location:
Gilroy Library, 350 W. 6th Street, Gilroy
Join us
for this hilarious show with juggling, comedy, and origami.
More
information: www.sccl.org
Saratoga Library: Magician Mike
Della Penna
Date: Wednesday,
June 13, 2018
Time:
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location:
Saratoga Library, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga
Magician
Mike Della Penna is coming to the Saratoga Library. Attend for a magical
afternoon of wonder and laughter. This program is sponsored by the Friends of
the Saratoga Libraries.
More
information: www.sccl.org
San Jose: World Elder Abuse Awareness
Day
Date: Friday, June 15, 2018
Time:
8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Location: San Jose City Hall, Wing Rooms 118-119, 200 E. Santa Clara Street,
San Jose
Join the County of Santa Clara, Social Services Agency, Department of Aging and
Adult Services for the annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). WEAAD is
in support of the United Nations International Plan of Action acknowledging the
significance of elder abuse as a public health and human rights issue.
Register at: www.weaad2018scc.eventbrite.com
San Jose: Tiny Home Fest California
Date: Friday - Sunday, June 15 - 17, 2018
Time: Varies
Location: Santa Clara County Fairgrounds
The Tiny House movement will be on full display for those thinking about downsizing at TinyFest California. Attendees will be able to check out a large variety of small homes from leading manufacturers to DIY models. Along with tiny houses on display will be an impressive gathering of experts speaking on DIY building to Living the Minimalist Lifestyle.
More information and Tickets: www.TinyFestCalifornia.com
Gilroy Library: Sculpt with Clay and
Recycled/Found Materials (for adults)
Date:
Saturday, June 16, 2018
Time:
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Location:
Gilroy Library, 350 W. 6th Street, Gilroy
Adults
are invited to attend a sculpting program using air-dry clay and recycled/found
materials. Learn the basics of sculpting and design. Sign-up on the online
events calendar. All materials will be provided. More information: www.sccl.org
San Jose: Juneteenth in the Park Festival
Date: Saturday, June 16, 2018
Time: 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Plaza de Cesar Chavez, 194 South Market Street, San Jose
The African American
Community Service Agency invited the public to celebrate Juneteenth - the
oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the
United States. This family-friendly event features a wide variety of food, art
work, retailers, community services and local business and embraces educating
the community on a diversity of information ranging from health to education and
financial wealth.
More information: www.bayareajuneteenth.org
Los Gatos: El Camino Hospital Free Men’s
Health Fair
Date:
Saturday, June 16, 2018
Time:
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location:
El Camino Hospital, 815 Pollard Road, Los Gatos
Attend this special morning dedicated to men. Consult with physician experts,
listen to health lectures, check out the latest innovative surgical equipment,
and enjoy a barbeque lunch with live music.
More
information: www.elcaminohospital.org/menshealthfair
Gilroy: Lunch at the Library
Date: Monday - Friday, June 18 - July 27, 2018
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth Street, Gilroy
SCCLD has partnered with Second Harvest and Silicon Valley YMCA to provide a healthy, nutritious, free lunch to children 2-18 at the Gilroy Library, Morgan Hill Library and through a partnership with San Martin Gwinn Elementary School. Lunch at the Library offers a safe and positive environment that provides not only a nutritional meal, but also access to books, interactive learning resources, and engaging educational activities throughout the summer. With Lunch at the Library, we are able to feed the body and the mind.
More information: www.sccl.org
Morgan Hill Library: Creative
Writing for Kids: Superheroes
Date:
Monday, June 18, 2018
Time:
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Location:
Morgan Hill Library, 660 W. Main Avenue, Morgan Hill
Explore
character development and comic style writing through art and drama in this
creative writing workshop. For grades 3-6. Sign-up online or at the Information
Desk.
More
information: www.sccl.org
San Jose: Board of
Supervisors Meeting
Date: Tuesday, June 19, 2018
Time: 9:30am
Location: Board Chambers, 70 West Hedding St, San Jose
The public is invited to attend the regular meeting of the Santa
Clara County Board of Supervisors.
More information: www.sccgov.org
San Martin: Lunch at the Library (Bookmobile)
Date: Tuesday & Thursday, June 19 - August 9, 2018
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: San Martin Gwinn Elementary, 100 North Street, San Martin
SCCLD has partnered with Second Harvest and Silicon Valley YMCA to provide a healthy, nutritious, free lunch to children 2-18 at the Gilroy Library, Morgan Hill Library and through a partnership with San Martin Gwinn Elementary School. Lunch at the Library offers a safe and positive environment that provides not only a nutritional meal, but also access to books, interactive learning resources, and engaging educational activities throughout the summer. With Lunch at the Library, we are able to feed the body and the mind.
More information: www.sccl.org
Saratoga Library: For Goodness
Snakes
Date:
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Time:
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location:
Saratoga Library, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga
Don't
panic, but there will be snakes in the library. Get up close, meet, and learn
about these fascinating creatures and other reptiles in an unforgettable
educational experience. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the
Saratoga Libraries. All ages are welcome.
More
information: www.sccl.org
Gilroy Library: Music of the
Americas
Date:
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Time:
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location:
Gilroy Library, 350 W. 6th Street, Gilroy
Music
celebrating the environment and cultures of North, Central and South America.
More
information: www.sccl.org
Los Gatos: 3rd Thursday Block Parties
Date:
Thursday, June 21, 2018
Time: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location: Downtown Los Gatos
Join in
the summer fun nights out on the town! The 3rd Thursday of each month, the
Chamber and local businesses are throwing a party with music at the Town Plaza
Park, on Grays Lane with Loma Brewing Company and at Old Town with Federal
Realty. There will be fun and games for the whole family, the shops will stay
open late, and there will be beer and wine at Town Plaza Park and Grays Lane.
More information: www.losgatoschamber.com
San Jose: Make Music San Jose
Date: Thursday, June 21, 2018
Time: Varies
Location: Varies
Make
Music San Jose is a free, outdoor day of music held on the summer solstice with
performances and music-making events happening citywide from sunrise to sunset.
More information: www.makemusicday.org/sanjose
Morgan Hill Library: Gravity Defying
Circus
Date:
Saturday, June 23, 2018
Time:
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location:
Morgan Hill Library, 660 W. Main Avenue, Morgan Hill
Circus
of Smiles presents this action-packed circus adventure full of juggling and
laughs! Due to large crowds, a ticket will be required for entrance to this
event. Tickets can be picked up at the Program Room door one hour in advance of
the program time.
More
information: www.sccl.org
Gilroy: Concours at
Kirigin Cellers
Date: Sunday, June 24, 2018
Time: 11:00am – 4:00pm
Location: Kirigin
Cellers, 11550 Watsonville Road, Gilroy
The public is invited to the annual Concours car show featuring food,
wine and classic cars on display across ten acres of cricket lawns.
More information: hwww.kirigincellars.com
Morgan Hill Library: LGBTQ Movie
Screening and Discussion
Date:
Tuesday, June 26, 2018
Time:
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Location:
Morgan Hill Library, 660 W. Main Avenue, Morgan Hill
Learn
about the issues that face lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people and
their family members every day. The members of this panel of speakers are all
Bay Area residents willing to share their personal stories, followed by an
opportunity to ask questions about their experiences. Presented by PFLAG San
Jose/Peninsula Chapter.
More
information: www.sccl.org
Saratoga Library: Storyteller John
Weaver
Date:
Wednesday, June 27, 2108
Time:
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location:
Saratoga Library, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga
Be
whisked away to lands of big dreams, magical wishes, tall tales, and hilarious
characters as master Storyteller John Weaver weaves together stories for the
ages. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Saratoga Libraries.
More
information: www.sccl.org
Morgan Hill: Summer Fun in the Park
Date: Thursday, June
28, 2018
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location:
Galvan Park, 17666 Crest Avenue, Morgan Hill
Let’s
All Go to the Park 2018 summer activities series in South County. Attend the
annual “Summer Fun in the Park” and family fitness activities.
More information: (408) 793-2703
Los Gatos: 4th of July
Symphony in the Park
Date: Wednesday,
July 4, 2018
Time:
11:00 am – 3:30 pm
Location: Oak Meadow Park
The Town
of Los Gatos invites you to celebrate the 4th of July with food, games, fun and
a traditional performance by the San Jose Wind Symphony.
More information: www.losgatosca.gov/339/4th-of-July-Symphony-in-the-Park
Gilroy: 4th of July Fireworks Salute
Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Time:
9:30 pm
Location:
Gilroy High School, 750 W. Tenth Street, Gilroy
The
public is invited to attend the FREE 4th of July fireworks display
hosted by the City of Gilroy at Gilroy High School.
More
information: www.cityofgilroy.org
Morgan Hill: Freedom Festival
Date: Tuesday, July 3 - Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Time: Varies
Location:
Downtown Morgan Hill
Morgan
Hill hosts continuous all day events surrounding the 4th of July including a
Patriotic Sing, Downtown Family Street Dance, Freedom Run, Parade, Car Cruise
n’ Show and spectacular Fireworks and entertainment show.
More
information: www.morganhillfreedomfest.com
San Jose: 4th of July Family Fun
Festival and Firework Show
Date:
Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Time: Varies
Location: Almaden Lake & Park
Join Councilmember Johnny Khamis for this patriotic, fun-filled,
family-friendly 4th of July event. It is a great way to spend July
4th celebrating the United States of America and recognizing our Veterans and
active duty Soldiers.
More
information: www.sjd10.com/4th-of-july-annual-event-.html
Los Gatos: Music in the Park
Date:
Sundays, July 8 - August 5, 2018
Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location:
Los Gatos Civic Center Lawn
Music in the Park is a free public summer concert series hosted by the Town of
Los Gatos.
More information: http://lgmip.com