May
15
4:00 PM16:00

Author Talk: Marie Silva Vallejo, historian and author of Dauntless

Hear author Marie Silva Vallejo discuss her book Dauntless. Learn the critical roles and secret missions of the U.S. Army 1st and 2nd Filipino Infantry Regiments whose clandestine units and covert missions helped liberate the Philippines from the Japanese during WWII in her talk titled “An Untold Story of WWII in the Philippines.” Free admission. Copies of the book Dauntless are available for purchase at asiabookcenter.com.

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May
18
1:30 PM13:30

Field Trip to Canada de los Osos Ecological Preserve

Join us on a free tour of Canada de los Osos, about 18 miles east of Gilroy. Speakers include Henry Coletto, who will tell us about several nature programs taking place there, and Teddy Goodrich, who will tell us about the history of the ranches in the area (such as the Milias, Kickham, and Willson Ranches). We will be carpooling there. Call Babs Holiday (408) 706-4234 or Connie Rogers (408) 842-8494 by May 10th if you are interested in attending.

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Feb
2
11:30 AM11:30

8th Annual Heritage Luncheon

You are cordially invited to celebrate the heritage of Gilroy and those who have shaped our community for 50 years or more with the premiere of 152 Film Production’s Seniors Who Shaped Gilroy. 2024 Honorees include Allan Cornaggia, Christine Flautt, Stan Sotello, Mark Spencer, Dave Sturla, and Terry Wolfe. Cost is $30.00 per person. Seating is limited; deadline for registration is January 25, 2025.

11:30 am - Social 12:00 pm - Lunch Program will follow lunch

Information: Joanie Lewis - (408) 202-2204

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Nov
2
10:00 AM10:00

La Ofrenda Festival

Stop by the Museum during Saturday’s open hours (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM). As part of the Festival there is currently a special altar on display dedicated to past Gilroy Historical Society members Al Gagliardi and Roberta Hughan. Be sure to take it in some time soon; it will be taken down around Veterans’ Day.

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Oct
20
2:00 PM14:00

Downtown Tour & Plaque Inauguration

Gilroy Historical Society is pleased to announce our revised Walking Tour and reveal our handsome new plaques for over 30 buildings. It’s time to celebrate and recognize the value of our Historic Downtown! Special guest Bonnie Bamburg, author of our Historic Resources Inventory, will be interviewed by Gilroy Downtown Business Association president Jeff Orth. Appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks will be served. No host bar available. Our co-sponsors for the new plaques are Visit Gilroy, Gilroy Chamber of Commerce, and the Downtown Business Association.

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Sep
22
2:00 PM14:00

Author Talk and Book Signing

Sonia C. Gomez will discuss her book followed by Q&A and a book signing. Hear the story of how Japanese women immigrated to the US as wives during periods when they were racially excluded: the first wave in the early twentieth century, known as picture brides, and then the second wave of immigration after WWII, war brides.

Picture Bride, War Bride vividly illustrates how marriage created pockets of inclusion during times of exclusion.

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Sep
14
10:00 AM10:00

Chitactac Family Day

  • Chitactac Adams Heritage County Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for a family friendly day of activities. Play traditional games, view the ancient petroglyphs, create unique crafts, and discover what has made this place so special to native people for thousands of years.

For more information emailinterp@prk.sccgov.org

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Jun
23
12:00 PM12:00

GHS Annual Meeting

Grange President Wayne Mabie will speak on our agricultural history. Lunch (by Old City Hall Restaurant) includes Panko Chicken, Pasta Alfredo, Green Salad, and Garlic Bread. $30.00 per person. See The Society Page newsletter for instructions on how to register. (Must register by Monday, June 17th.)

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