December 2-4
Gilroy Center for the Arts - Gilroy Arts Alliance will host local artisans who will be selling hand- made art and goods including jewelry , art , photography and more . One of a kind gifts that will last a lifetime . Check their website at gilroyartsalliance . com for times .
Don ’ t forget the gift all children want , a new bicycle . Sunshine Bikes in Gilroy and Morgan Hill have a wide selection of bikes , carrying only the best bicycles and accessories , and a repair service to make that old bike like new again .
APPAREL AND JEWELRY
Amoretto Boutique recently combined with itty bitty beauty boutiqe to provide apparel , fashion accessories and home decor as well as beauty , skin care and makeup for all occasions . Their newly remodeled shop is a wonderful one stop shop to get that special gift for your best friend . A don ’ t miss this holiday season .
Engagement plans ? Shop for that special ring that says “ Marry Me ” at the Jewel Box Morgan Hill . They are offering $ 250 off purchases f $ 750 or more . Details at store .
Mango Street Kids is a resale and consignment shop offering clothing , accessories and furniture for families with children from newborn through size 14 . Make it part of your Gilroy downtown shopping experience . Open Tuesdays through Saturdays .
For that classy , trendy or slightly edgy dresser on your list , Tryst Women ’ s and Men ’ s Apparel , in downtown Morgan Hill , has a full line of designer clothing and accessories . They also offer private party options for the perfect Girl ’ s Night Out during the holidays .
Royal Clothiers for a special gift for him or to dress him up for your company gala . If he ’ s a Tommy Bahama guy , you will love the selection of casual shirts and pants . And if he ’ s a tie and suit guy , you will love the selection and tailoring options afforded . Located in downtown Morgan Hill .
SPORTS AND FITNESS
Inspire your couch potatoes to get moving with a membership to the Morgan Hill Community Recreation Center and Aquatics Center or choose from the many programs at the Gilroy Recreation Center . And for your young ninja , perhaps a birthday party to remember at United Academy Of Martial Arts , Morgan Hill or martial arts lessons at Pulido ’ s Pro Fitness in Gilroy .
South County ’ s equestrian sports enthusiasts ( and horse show moms ) finally have a place to shop for gear , for riders and their horses , at Morgan Hill ’ s Stagnaro Tack & Apparel . According to shop owner Michelle Arani , “ Lots of people in our community are involved in equestrian sports , but they lack access to tack and apparel .” Arani also operates an equestrian training program in Morgan Hill .
Running Shop And Hops opened its doors this year and has been creating quite a buzz . It lives up to its slogan , “ Come for the gear . Stay for the beer .” A good place to get the right shoes , a congenial place to hang out and swap running stories .
For flexibility and relaxation during the holidays , Yoga Bella offers classes for all levels — and Creative Bodies with Pilates offers group and private classes . Both are located in Gilroy .
December 10th
THE GRANADA is COMING !
We ’ re only weeks away from the reopening of the Granada Theater as part of Frank Léal ’ s hoteltheater-retail development project in downtown Morgan Hill . In a visioning summit earlier this year , Léal described plans to provide a variety of live entertainment in a dinner theater setting that harks back to Hollywood ’ s ‘ Rat Pack ’ era . The reopening includes Community Solutions ’ annual Black , White & Bling gala fundraiser on December 10th followed by a New Year ’ s Eve Party with a three-course dinner , balloon drop , champagne toast and music by Vintage Noise and Soul Kiss . The Granada will be available for weddings and corporate events and provide catering services .
GILROY • MORGAN HILL • SAN MARTIN NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2016 gmhtoday . com
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