The City of Morgan Hill is excited to provide in-person recreational activities this fall! The digital-only Fall Recreation Activity Guide is your resource for City activities and programs taking place September through December of 2021. View the courses and programs online and register today at www.mhreconline.com! 

Thinking about joining the Centennial Recreation Center (CRC)? It's the perfect time: the CRC recently expanded, adding 3,640 square feet dedicated to a large group exercise studio with high ceilings, large windows, a new sound system, and additional parking. The new space frees up the existing gymnasium for even more basketball, pickleball, volleyball, or badminton. 

5:30 p.m. Urban Water Management Plan Workshop

7:00 p.m. View City Council meeting information

The City Council Meeting will be live-streamed on Facebook, Channel 17, and the City’s website.

Those members of the public wishing to participate remotely may do so via the electronic meeting at https://bit.ly/MHCityCouncilMeeting or call 669-900-9128,

Public comment for this meeting will be accepted via email. Members of the public participating in the electronic meeting wishing to speak may do so during public comment.  

18th Annual Second Chance Week

September 11-12 in Morgan Hill & San Martin

Reduce, reuse, recycle! Morgan Hill, South County, and Gilroy will hold their 18th Annual "Second Chance Week" September 11-19. With the goal of putting more used stuff back into circulation and keeping it out of landfills, "Second Chance Week" features a diverse range of reuse, resale, and repair activities.

The sculpture is intended to represent any child and be a symbol of our community's commitment to maintaining a non-violent environment to raise our children.

Flyer with further details or for questions, contact Chris Ghione.

Friday: Leading Women's Outdoor Movie: 8:00 p.m.

Britton Middle School's Pinto Field

Cecelia's Closet & Food Pantry - 8th Annual Back to School Fit for Fall

Come pick up FREE back-to-school supplies for elementary students, including backpacks, socks, and underwear while supplies last. Fit for Fall information in English and Spanish.

FREE Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccines; the program is in partnership with the Santa Clara County Public Health Department. Flyers in English and Spanish available.

Join RCS for its next program on August 31, 10 a.m. - noon.

Parent Cafe offers parents a chance to share- ideas on self-care, family care, and building resilience.

Call 408-846-2473 to register. Session is in Spanish in person.

Are you behind on rent or utilities? Qualifying renters and landlords impacted by COVID-19 are now eligible for 100 percent of rent and utilities owned. In collaboration with the county and community partners, the Santa Clara County Superior Court can help you learn about and apply for emergency rental assistance programs. Full details available.

For Ages 11-18; Registration Required

Every Thursday, 5:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Community Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Rd. Poppy Jasper Room

Sept. 2 - Forgiveness is a choice

Sept. 9 - Inherent Worth

Sept. 16 - Kindness, Respect, Generosity, Love

Sept. 23 - Forgiveness does not mean there is always reconciliation

Sept. 30 - Challenge to forgive

Contact: Dori Prado, Program Director, 408-390-9012, livingabovetheinfluence07@gmail.com

Join the Caregivers Conference virtual via Zoom for four consecutive weeks, September 11, 18, 25, and October 2. Sessions will also be recorded, and attendees will have the opportunity to hear from informative speakers and senior service agencies to learn about supportive services in Santa Clara County. To access the Zoom links per session, see the full list of topics, and view speakers' biographies, visit https://www.caregiverscount.net/.

Join RCS for a safe, in-person, indoor group to help you prepare for a career in the hospitality industry. Instructors are credentialed teachers and professionals in the food industry who guide students through a 20-day program, with sessions meeting on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m., through November. Full details are available in English and Spanish, plus the application with contact information. Open to students ages 15-25 years old.

10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Registration Required

Free career training in growing industries:

Email Aruna Iyer for questions or view the program flyer for additional information.

Workshop Topics Include Youth activism, exploring identity, standing up for Black lives, Indigenous rights, unpacking white privilege, understanding microaggressions, youth justice system reform, breaking cycles, the intersection of queerness and race, and more.

TO REGISTER: www.surjsouthcounty.com/events

FOR MORE INFO: surjsouthcounty@gmail.com or view flyer

Find out more about the non-profit, Building Peaceful Families, and the conference event flyer.

Join us at the Morgan Hill Community & Cultural Center, 17000 Monterey Road. You'll enjoy entertainment, music, free BBQ, kid zone, several resource booths, a welcome message from Mayor Rich Constantine, and other special guest speakers. Full details available.

Free booth registration: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6DLMJXB 

Join your friends and neighbors for a shift to help paint, plant, weed, and renovate! First shift is 8:00 a.m. - noon, second shift is 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 30 volunteers needed per shift. Email SCYTF Admin Team at scytf@cityofgilroy.org to enroll. View flyer or website for additional details and to sign up for available shifts.

In memory of Gemma Abels, a local educator, activist, labor organizer, and champion of social justice, the Edward Boss Prado Foundation, in partnership with Showing Up For Racial Justice South County, is proud to present two $2,500 scholarships toward further education for high school students graduating in either 2021 or 2022. Additional information in English and Spanish. Apply at https://tinyurl.com/GemmaAbelsScholarship.

For locations or to make an appointment to get vaccinated: sccfreevax.org.

Morgan Hill Resources:

Free Drive-Thru Food Distribution, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd, Gilroy, CA 95020

On the 1st Tuesday and 3rd Thursday every month, drive-thru food distribution is available. Register online at www.gavilan.edu/foodpantry.

Project Sentinal and the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley provide services for those in need of housing help. View the flyer for information regarding services available.

Qualifying renters and landlords are eligible for 100 percent of rent and utilities owed, even if they already participated in the 80 percent program. Full program details and the application in different languages are available.

Rental assistance is available for extremely low-income residents who need help paying rent. Eligible residents will receive assistance to help pay rent and may also qualify for additional funds to meet other basic needs. View the flyer for eligibility requirements and more info.

If you have questions or concerns, please call our virtual call center: 408-767-6404

Morgan Hill City Council 

District 1: Mike Wasserman