The Morgan Hill Flower Lover’s Club
(Including Gilroy and San Martin) will meet 12:30pm, at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Rd. Upcoming April Plant sale and Flower show to be discussed - Morgan Hill

Art Exhibit and 10th Anniversary
celebration at Antonio Del Buono Elementary School The children’s art will be for sale to raise funds for Performance Group and Arts Alive. 6:15pm. Antonio Del Buono School, 9300 Wren Ave - Gilroy

Body Dynamics/Chair Tai Chi
for Health, Arthritis and Back Pain for the 50 adult student Stretching and Tai Chi chair exercises are incorporated into each class meeting. FREE. Centennial Recreation Senior Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave Wed., 10:30am-Noon. 408-782-1284 - Morgan Hill

MPC Theatre Company
presents Cole Porter’s Anything Goes directed by Walt deFaria Thurs 7pm, Fri-Sat 8 & 2pm. Through Mar. 21, Morgan Stock Stage, Monterey Peninsula College, 980 Fremont St. 831-646-4213 or www.mpcthea-tre.com - Monterey

Women In Touch
meet monthly, 1st Thursday, 11am at the Gilroy Elks Club. For info. contact Carrie Billalba, 408-778-0403 - Gilroy

Ballet San Jose
presents Romeo and Juliet Feb. 27, Mar. 4-6 at 8pm; Feb. 28 & Mar. 7 at 1:30pm. San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd. 408-288-2800 or www.balletsj.org - San Jose

50 Tai Chi for Wellness
Students will experience sitting exercises, warm-up exercises, the beginning of Kuang Ping Yang Tai Chi long form and others.. Thursdays, 6-7pm. FREE. Community & Cultural Center, Mira Monte Room, 17000 Monterey Rd. 408-782-1284 - Morgan Hill

Taking off Pounds Sensibly
Thursdays, weigh-in 6:30pm, meeting 7pm. $5 monthly. 651 Broadway St. TOPSCA444@ yahoo.com - Gilroy

Aromas Hills Artisans Birthday Party
Meet the Artists! 10am-3pm, Aromas Grange - Celebrating 10 years!

Smuin Ballet
Rollicking tribute-in-dance paying homage to the songs made famous by Frank Sinatra. March 5, 8pm and March 6, 2 & 8pm at the Sunset Center in Carmel. 831-620-2048 or www.sunsetcenter.org. San Carlos at Ninth - Carmel

Piano Bar & Friends
Enjoy a relaxed setting of Jazz Standards and Showtunes. Join in and sing a song. 7pm. No cover, Gaslighter Theater, 7430 Monterey St - Gilroy

Ballet San Jose
presents Romeo and Juliet Feb. 27, Mar. 4-6 at 8pm; Feb. 28 & Mar. 7 at 1:30pm. San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd. 408-288-2800 or www.balletsj.org - San Jose

Accomplished mystery writer Cara Black
will talk about her new book “Murder in the Palais Royal”, 1pm. BookSmart, 80 E. 2nd St. 408-778-6467 - Morgan Hill

GUSD Kindergarten Registration
8am-12pm, all eight elementary schools. For more info call Elizabeth Barron at 408-848-7104 or www.gusd.k12.ca.us - Gilroy

SB Racing Presents 2010 Winter Cross Country MT Bike Series
Feb. 20 - Harvey Bear Ranch Mar. 6 - Ford Ord Mar. 27 - Henry Coe State Park Fundraiser Apr. 3 - Santa Teresa County Park USA Cycling Sanctioned Events CAT 1/CAT 2/CAT 3 Fun for All Riding Levels. Reg. info. - 408-461-1059 or www.sbracing.org

Smuin Ballet
Rollicking tribute-in-dance paying homage to the songs made famous by Frank Sinatra. March 5, 8pm and March 6, 2 & 8pm at the Sunset Center in Carmel. 831-620-2048 or www.sunsetcenter.org. San Carlos at Ninth - Carmel

Accomplished mystery writer Cara Black
will talk about her new book “Murder in the Palais Royal”, 1pm. BookSmart, 80 E. 2nd St. 408-778-6467 - Morgan Hill

San Benito Student Film Festival
film Making Workshop, CinemaSports, 12-5pm, free workshops for students, 6th grade-college. Scriptwriting, camera & production, Claymation & animation. Veterans memorial bldg, 649 San Benito St. 408-846-4983. www.sanbenitoarts.org or www.cmap.tv - Hollister

Bach to Blues
annual showcase of regional talent, featuring Gavilan College faculty, students and performers from the community. Lineup includes pianist Maria Amirkhanian with Naira Shahsouvarian, flamenco guitarist Alberto Marques with Juan Moyoli, Virginia Juan and Koko de la Isla, blues guitarist John Garcia, Gavilan College voice instructor Nate Pruitt, and the winner of the Marian Filice Youth Piano Competition. 7:30pm. Gavilan College Theater, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd. Tickets on sale at the Gavilan College Bookstore, Porcella’s Music, The Music Tree and Gavilan College. 408-848-4796 - Gilroy

Coyote Creek Bird Walk
led by Jane Haley, a National Park Service docent for 20 years and (W.E.R.C) volunteer, 9-11am. Observe migratory birds, local birds, their habitat and ecological importance. Not recommended for young children. Programs are free, space is limited and RSVP required. 408-779-9372 or education@werc-ca.org - Morgan Hill

Aromas Hills Artisans
10th anniversary celebration, 10am-3pm. Enjoy free refreshments, wonderful fine art and beautiful crafts created by the Aromas Hills Artisans. Aromas Grange, corner of Rose and Bardue Ave. 831-726-2349 - Aromas

Southside Nights
2nd Annual Southside School Parents Club Fundraiser with a Casual Country Western Attire. Dinner, auctions & dancing with the Money Band. 5pm-midnight, Bolado Park, San Benito County Fairgrounds. $45/person. Tickets at Southside School & Postal Graphics, Hollister.

Dueling Pianos
High energy 60s-70s Rock, be ready to clap, sing and laugh. 7pm. No cover, Gaslighter Theater, 7430 Monterey St - Gilroy

Better Breathers Club
meets 11am-12:30pm at the DePaul Health Center, 18550 DePaul Dr. Conference Room. For people suffering from lung disease. Family members welcome - Morgan Hill

Ballet San Jose
presents Romeo and Juliet Feb. 27, Mar. 4-6 at 8pm; Feb. 28 & Mar. 7 at 1:30pm. San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd. 408-288-2800 or www.balletsj.org - San Jose

We Are Now In Gilroy
Come & experience Unity at our new location. Sundays at 10:30am, Best Western - Sequoia Rm. 375 Leavesley Rd., Gilroy. Gavilan Hills Unity Church. www.gavilanhillschurch.org. Info - (408) 497-2047

The IGTC “I’m Going To College” Kick off Assembly
for K-6 grade parents at Brownell Middle School Gym, 7:15-8:15pm. For more info., Contact Dia Hoshida 408-846-7504 - Gilroy

Tour Mount Madonna School
Campus Tour, 9:30am—visit classes in session, tour the facilities and appreciate the wonder of this inspiring natural environment. RSVP & directions, 408-847-2717 or www.Mount-MadonnaSchool.org - Hecker Pass Summit

Morgan Hill Recreation Preschool
information night 6-7pm, Program starts Sept 7, Morgan Hill Communty and Cultural Center, 408-782-2128, www.mhrecreation.com - Morgan Hill

Body Dynamics/Chair Tai Chi
for Health, Arthritis and Back Pain for the 50 adult student Stretching and Tai Chi chair exercises are incorporated into each class meeting. FREE. Centennial Recreation Senior Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave Wed., 10:30am-Noon. 408-782-1284 - Morgan Hill

50 Tai Chi for Wellness
Students will experience sitting exercises, warm-up exercises, the beginning of Kuang Ping Yang Tai Chi long form and others.. Thursdays, 6-7pm. FREE. Community & Cultural Center, Mira Monte Room, 17000 Monterey Rd. 408-782-1284 - Morgan Hill

Taking off Pounds Sensibly
Thursdays, weigh-in 6:30pm, meeting 7pm. $5 monthly. 651 Broadway St. TOPSCA444@ yahoo.com - Gilroy

Piano Bar & Friends
Enjoy a relaxed setting of Jazz Standards and Showtunes. Join in and sing a song. 7pm. No cover, Gaslighter Theater, 7430 Monterey St - Gilroy

Girls Night Out!
Going to the Chapel Theme, 7-9:30pm. RSVP Dawn@fortinowinery.com. (408) 842-3305. $15 wine club members/$25 non members

Concert & Dance
Benefiting the South Valley Pregnancy Care Center, 7-11:30pm. Featuring the popular Joe Sharino Band. Oakwood Country School, Morgan Hill. Contact SVPCC at 408-847-8880 for ticket information

Traditional Saint Patrick Celebration
6pm. Come join the fellowship & fun, a truly Irish event. Live Music, potluck and green beer. FREE. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Fellowship Hall, 651 Broadway. 408-842-4415 - Gilroy

Elk's Ladies Charity Fashion Show
11am-2:30pm; $30/person. 2765 Hecker Pass Hwy., Gilroy. Tickets go on sale Feb. 6th. Tickets & Info., (408) 842-9397

Dueling Pianos
High energy 60s-70s Rock, be ready to clap, sing and laugh. 7pm. No cover, Gaslighter Theater, 7430 Monterey St - Gilroy

Better Breathers Club
meets 11am-12:30pm at the DePaul Health Center, 18550 DePaul Dr. Conference Room. For people suffering from lung disease. Family members welcome - Morgan Hill

Music for the Young at Heart
with South Valley Synphony 4pm, Gavilan College theater. Contact 408-847-1441. See page 39 for information on this concert and where to buy tickets - Gilroy

9th Annual Casino Night Dinner Dance
fundraiser presented by the North Monterey County High School Athletic Boosters at the Prunedale Grange, 6-11pm. $39/person or $350 for a table of 10 and includes a gourmet BBQ dinner, $100 in casino chips, no host bar, auctions, music and dancing. Reservations required. 100% of the proceeds support all sports offered at North Monterey County High School. Download an RSVP form at www.condorsbooster.org or call 831-663-4825 - Prunedale

Music Open Jam Session
2-5pm. Bring your instrument or come listen. Bluegrass, folk & old time gospel. Snacks. FREE. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Fellowship Hall, 651 Broadway. 408-842-4415 - Gilroy

We Are Now In Gilroy
Come & experience Unity at our new location. Sundays at 10:30am, Best Western - Sequoia Rm. 375 Leavesley Rd., Gilroy. Gavilan Hills Unity Church. www.gavilanhillschurch.org. Info - (408) 497-2047

Women’s History Month
presentation by Kurt W. Beyer, author of “Grace Hopper and the Invention of the Information Age”. 7pm at the Morgan Hill House at Villa Mira Monte, 17860 Monterey Rd. Books available for purchase. Free & open to public. MarianneKnight@charter.net - Morgan Hill

Body Dynamics/Chair Tai Chi
for Health, Arthritis and Back Pain for the 50 adult student Stretching and Tai Chi chair exercises are incorporated into each class meeting. FREE. Centennial Recreation Senior Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave Wed., 10:30am-Noon. 408-782-1284 - Morgan Hill

Piece by Piece Quilters of Morgan Hill
will meet at the Presbyterian Church on the corner of DeWitt and W. Dunne, 6:30-9pm. The program for the evening is presented by Nancy Brown on applique! For info call Marianne Peoples at 408-842-9022 - Morgan Hill

50 Tai Chi for Wellness
Students will experience sitting exercises, warm-up exercises, the beginning of Kuang Ping Yang Tai Chi long form and others.. Thursdays, 6-7pm. FREE. Community & Cultural Center, Mira Monte Room, 17000 Monterey Rd. 408-782-1284 - Morgan Hill

The American Legion
meets the 3rd Thurs of every month at 7pm in Rm. 204 of the Veterans Memorial Bldg, 649 San Benito St. 831-636-6929 - Hollister

Taking off Pounds Sensibly
Thursdays, weigh-in 6:30pm, meeting 7pm. $5 monthly. 651 Broadway St. TOPSCA444@ yahoo.com - Gilroy

Piano Bar & Friends
Enjoy a relaxed setting of Jazz Standards and Showtunes. Join in and sing a song. 7pm. No cover, Gaslighter Theater, 7430 Monterey St - Gilroy

In his book “Dog Dish Diet”, Dr. Greg Martinez, DVM,
outlines health problems and explains what you can do using sensible nutrition for your dog's health. Join us in a book talk and discussion. Make a difference in your dog’s health. 2pm. BookSmart, 80 E. 2nd St. 408 778-6467 - Morgan Hill

Dueling Pianos
High energy 60s-70s Rock, be ready to clap, sing and laugh. 7pm. No cover, Gaslighter Theater, 7430 Monterey St - Gilroy

Ranch Days at Henry W. Coe State Park
Hunting hollow entrance. Learn about ranch life; play Ohlone Indian games, pet miniature horses and other farm animals. Free lemonade and cookies. $2 hot dog lunch for first 100 people. $6 parking fee. 408-842-6215 or 408-683-2247 - Gilroy

Spring Boutique
many vendors. 11am-5pm at Troy’s Bocce Ball Room, 650 Tennant Station. 408-781-8772 - Morgan Hill

Free Spring Equinox Concert
Pianist/Composer Andoni Bundros will perform in celebration of the Vernal Equinox. Gilroy United Methodist Church on the corner of Church and Fourth. 7:30pm. Repertoire will include Mozart's K. 332 (Piano Sonata in F), plus a new original composition. FREE, donations suggested (but not required) - Gilroy

The Gordon Rocks Foundation
presents Casino Night A scholarship fundraiser in celebration of Gordon Kusayanagi’s life & music. 6:30-11pm, Morgan Hill Buddhist Building, 16450 Murphy Ave., Morgan Hill. $40/person. Includes food, one drink ticket, $20 “casino cash”. 21 years & older. Ticket info at www.gordonrocks.org

Merlot Madness
Noon-4:30pm, Join us for a vertical tasting of award winning Merlots, including a barrel taste. Enjoy a special food & wine pairing; live music. $10; Solis members Free. Solis Winery, 3920 Hecker Pass Hwy., Gilroy. 408-847-6306, www.soliswinery.com

South County Democrats Club
Every 3rd Sat. Guests welcome & refreshments served. email: southcountydemomembership66@yahoo.com - Gilroy

Merlot Madness
Noon-4:30pm, Join us for a vertical tasting of award winning Merlots, including a barrel taste. Enjoy a special food & wine pairing; live music. $10; Solis members Free. Solis Winery, 3920 Hecker Pass Hwy., Gilroy. 408-847-6306, www.soliswinery.com

We Are Now In Gilroy
Come & experience Unity at our new location. Sundays at 10:30am, Best Western - Sequoia Rm. 375 Leavesley Rd., Gilroy. Gavilan Hills Unity Church. www.gavilanhillschurch.org. Info - (408) 497-2047

Fellowship Every 3rd Sunday
celebrated after Mass with Free Coffee & Donut in Parish Hall. Lord’s Table, hot meals every Tues, Thurs & Sun. Saint Mary Catholic Church, 11 First St., 408-847-5151 or www.stmaryparishgilroy.org - Gilroy

Downtown Comedy Club
6:30-9:30pm, no host bar, show starts at 7:30pm. Gaslighter Theater, 7430 Monterey Rd. $12 at the door. Not recommended for ages 17 and under - Gilroy

Body Dynamics/Chair Tai Chi
for Health, Arthritis and Back Pain for the 50 adult student Stretching and Tai Chi chair exercises are incorporated into each class meeting. FREE. Centennial Recreation Senior Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave Wed., 10:30am-Noon. 408-782-1284 - Morgan Hill

Downtown Comedy Club
6:30-9:30pm, no host bar, show starts at 7:30pm. Morgan Hill Community Playhouse, 17090 Monterey Rd. $12 at the door. Not recommended for ages under 17 - Morgan Hill

50 Tai Chi for Wellness
Students will experience sitting exercises, warm-up exercises, the beginning of Kuang Ping Yang Tai Chi long form and others.. Thursdays, 6-7pm. FREE. Community & Cultural Center, Mira Monte Room, 17000 Monterey Rd. 408-782-1284 - Morgan Hill

Taking off Pounds Sensibly
Thursdays, weigh-in 6:30pm, meeting 7pm. $5 monthly. 651 Broadway St. TOPSCA444@ yahoo.com - Gilroy

Cultural Awareness Assembly and Grandparents-Special Friends Day
9:30am, presentations on the ancient cultures of Rome, Greece, Egypt and the Mayan people, by Mount Madonna School’s PreK through 5th grade students. Presentations to include songs, dance, poetry, short plays, and visual arts. Mount Madonna School, 491 Summit Rd. RSVP & directions, 408-847-2717 or www.Mount-MadonnaSchool.org - Hecker Pass Summit

HUGE YARD SALE
something for everyone! Morgan Hill Presbyterian Church, Ludewig Ranch, 13865 Monterey Rd. 8am -2pm. Sellers call: Church Office 408-779-2820 - San Martin

Piano Bar & Friends
Enjoy a relaxed setting of Jazz Standards and Showtunes. Join in and sing a song. 7pm. No cover, Gaslighter Theater, 7430 Monterey St - Gilroy

SB Racing Presents 2010 Winter Cross Country MT Bike Series
Feb. 20 - Harvey Bear Ranch Mar. 6 - Ford Ord Mar. 27 - Henry Coe State Park Fundraiser Apr. 3 - Santa Teresa County Park USA Cycling Sanctioned Events CAT 1/CAT 2/CAT 3 Fun for All Riding Levels. Reg. info. - 408-461-1059 or www.sbracing.org

Dueling Pianos
High energy 60s-70s Rock, be ready to clap, sing and laugh. 7pm. No cover, Gaslighter Theater, 7430 Monterey St - Gilroy

Better Breathers Club
meets 11am-12:30pm at the DePaul Health Center, 18550 DePaul Dr. Conference Room. For people suffering from lung disease. Family members welcome - Morgan Hill

ACGS Rescue of Hollister Adoption Day
Noon-3pm. Come see our cats, dogs and sweet puppies. Adoption fee applies, No same day adoptions. Kindly Sponsored by The Dog House Inn of Gilroy, 8525D Forest St. www.allcreaturesgs.org or 831-636-7559 - Gilroy

Kids Discover Arts
Free fun day of art for kids ages 5-11 (child must be accompanied by an adult). Wear paint-friendly clothing, no pets or strollers allowed inside, kids paint aprons for sale. 9am-1pm, Wheeler Communty Center, 250 W. 6th St - Gilroy

Passport Weekend
The Wineries of Santa Clara Valley. Discover Silicon Valley’s Wine Escape, visit our wineries, sample award-winning wines & enjoy VIP treatment as you travel throughout the Santa Clara Valley - Santa Clara County

First Annual Yard Sale
8am-2pm. HUGE Yard Sale sponsored by members & friends of Morgan Hill Presbyterian Church. Ludewig Ranch Park & Railroad (formerly San Martin Country Park), 13865 Monterey Rd. 408-779-2820 - San Martin

27th Annual Wildflower Run
10K, 5K Run/Walk and 2K Run for kids. Starts at Live Oak High School. Special rates for families and groups of 10 . Sponsored by AAUW-Morgan Hill. Fundraiser for scholarships for women and girls. Details and reg. form at www.aauw-morganhill.org or register at www.active.com For special rates, contact Wendy, 408-778-3924 - Morgan Hill

Flamenco Night at Lizarran!
Last Sunday of every month, 6:30pm. See our ad on page 19. Tapas in Historic Old City Hall. Join us for dinner and a flamenco show. 7400 Monterey St, www.lizarran-ca.com. 408-842-2095 - Gilroy

We Are Now In Gilroy
Come & experience Unity at our new location. Sundays at 10:30am, Best Western - Sequoia Rm. 375 Leavesley Rd., Gilroy. Gavilan Hills Unity Church. www.gavilanhillschurch.org. Info - (408) 497-2047

Body Dynamics/Chair Tai Chi
for Health, Arthritis and Back Pain for the 50 adult student Stretching and Tai Chi chair exercises are incorporated into each class meeting. FREE. Centennial Recreation Senior Center, 171 W. Edmundson Ave Wed., 10:30am-Noon. 408-782-1284 - Morgan Hill