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Gilroy Foundation A Day In The Country Celebrating its 29th year , this year ’ s theme “ Country Club Charm ” . Great auction items are in the works with a delicious menu and wine pairing with the Rosewood CordeValle team . Jayson Stebbins is the guest auctioneer again this year . The Getaway raffle prize : the beautiful CordeValle partner property Rosewood “ Inn of the Anasazi ” in Santa Fe , New Mexico – WOW ! Info at gilroyfoundation . org .

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Morgan Hill Historical Society Fine Wine Tasting Tour the Historical Landmark & Museum 12-5pm . Learn about California ’ s First Premium Wine Growing Region , over 150 Years in the Making . Info at morganhillhistoricalsociety . org .

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Fall Tarantula Festival At Coe Park , honoring some fuzzy , friendly eight-legged guests . The event will be held at the headquarters campground , which has breathtaking views across the ridges and canyons of the back country . Featuring home-cooked BBQ food , leisurely nature walks with a volunteer naturalist and search for tarantulas , a geocaching hike , and live music by a jug band of musical Coe Park volunteers and friends . Or just hang out at the kids ’ activities table and create Tarantula Fest keepsakes . More info at coepark . net .

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City of Morgan Hill Senior Resource Fair Senior resources , health screenings , health & wellness demonstrations , and fun for seniors and their families . Held at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center from 10am – 1pm . Featured documentary film screening at the Fair is “ Sue ’ s Story ” which will be followed by Q & A with heatlhcare leaders from 12:30-12pm in the El Toro Room . Info at thesuesstoryproject . com .

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Leadership Gilroy Duckie Derby 9th annual Duckie Derby paddle boat races ! Sponsor a boat and be part of the competition or just come as a spectator and cheer on your favorite team . With a small donation to Leadership Gilroy you are able to enter Gilroy Gardens for the afternoon to enjoy the beauty of the park , family rides , and of course the paddle races which take place from 4-6 pm . Additional information at leadershipgilroy . org .

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Morgan Hill Downtown Association Halloween Brew Crawl Features some great breweries for the ultimate beer connoisseur ! Enjoy your own self-guided tour of Morgan Hill and join in the fun . Info at morganhilldowntown . org .

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Morgan Hill Kiwanis Cioppino & Pasta Fest 17th Annual event will be held at the Morgan Hill Buddhist Community Center at 16450 Murphy Avene in Morgan Hill . Social hour begins at 5:30 PM and dinner is from 6-8 pm . Purchase tickets at morganhillkiwanis . org or call 408 659-0350 .

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South Valley Symphony A Night at the Oscars Soloist Sandra Marlow sings hits from the silver screen at 7:30 pm at Gavilan College Theater . Information available at orchestra @ southvalleysymphony . org .

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Gilroy Foundation One Giving Tree An evening of fun and to make the holidays brighter for local kids and their families . The event will take place at the Old City Hall from 5:30-7:30 pm and include light appetizers , holiday spirits , live music , raffles and a silent auction . Info at onegivingtree . com

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Gilroy Downtown

Association Halloween Beer Crawl

Downtown Gilroy will once again host the crawl from 2-6 pm . Costumes , craft beer , great shopping and an over-21 crowd the weekend before Halloween . Info at gilroywelcomecenter . org .

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Miller Red Barn Association Family Fun Fall Festival Bring the kids and explore the dream — pumpkin painting , children ' s games , food truck , free children ' s books , information booths and more . Admission is free from noon to 3pm at the Ranch Side , Christmas Hill Park , Gilroy .

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Gilroy Presbyterian Church Annual Fall Festival Second annual event complete with a Trunk or Treat , Pumpkin Patch and Petting Zoo , all at no charge . The festival will take place from 5:30-7:30 pm . Food trucks will be onsite for food purchase . Costumes are encouraged . Info at gilroypres . org .

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MH Historical Society Crafters Boutique Unique and fun craft items just in time for the holidays . 10 am - 5 pm at Villa Mira Monte Historical Museum , 17860 Monterey Street , Morgan Hill .

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Gilroy Historical Society Old St . Mary Cemetary Walking Tour

Tours are given on the first Saturday of each month from 10 am-12pm . Reservations are recommended but not required . Contact the Gilroy Museum at ( 408 ) 846-0446 for more information . Meet in front of St . Joseph Family Center , 7950 Church Street gilroyhistoricalsociety . org .

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Community Solutions Black White & Bling The 7th Annual Gala will be held from 6 - 11 pm at the Granada Theatre in Morgan Hill . This elegant evening event gives donors , volunteers , and community supporters the opportunity to don their best bling to shine a light on the needs of local children , youth , and families affected by abuse , violence , and mental health issues . Tickets go on sale mid-September through their website , communitysolutions . org .

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Morgan Hill Community Foundation Philanthropy Celebration Local nonprofits are invited to honor an outstanding philanthropist or volunteer . Several individuals will be honored at this year ’ s event . The event begins at 6pm and is held at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center ( CCC ) . See additional information on their website at morganhill cf . org .

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Mt . Madonna School The Cost of Freedom : 9-11:30 am . A panel discussion with U . S . veterans through the lens of the WWII-era to present day . At Mount Madonna School , 491 Summit Road , Mount Madonna .

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Gilroy Center for the Arts Artisan Holiday Boutique Explore exhibits and shop for unique , handmade gifts by local artisans . Information at gilroycenterforthearts . com .

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Morgan Hill Rotary Veterans Day Program Luncheon 12-1:30 pm Morgan Hill Community Center — Command Sergeant Major ( CSM ) Bernie Adkins , Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient , will speak of his military experiences . Cost : $ 20 . Reservations : ira @ iramarshall . com .

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Rebekah Children ’ s Services Festival of Trees Enjoy a magical evening to kick off the holiday season . Guests will experience a live auction of lavishly decorated trees , unique raffle prizes and a dining experience by executive chef Mark Johnson at the Granada Theater in Morgan Hill . Event begins at 6 pm For additional information : 408.846.2100 orrcskids . org / festival-of-treesmorganhill .

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South Valley Symphony Holiday Hit Parade 4 pm at Gavilan College Theater . Conductor Anthony Quartuccio leads the South Valley Symphony Orchestra in winter themes and holiday classics . Information available at orchestra @ southvalleysymphony . com .