California Fresh Bounty
We have our farmer ’ s markets , farm-fresh produce stores , our community and demonstration gardens , our pumpkin patches , Christmas tree farms , bee farms ( honey !) and u-pick berry farms . Care to bet on this year ’ s heftiest pumpkin ever ?
Location , Location , Location
Our close proximity to some of the most sought-after destinations in the world : Monterey and Cannery Row , Carmel and Pacific Grove , the 17-Mile Scenic Drive and San Francisco , the City by the Bay . And for a nature lovers , we have the majestic Mount Madonna Park , Uvas Canyon and more .
Kid-friendly
So many programs , so little time . Dance and martial arts studios , art and music classes , skate parks to swimming pools , YAC and Rotary Interact for community service learning , and after-school and summer programs through our cities and nonprofits like the YMCA .
Horse Country
One of the best places to ride in Northern California , regardless of discipline , Hunter / Jumper , Dressage , Western , and everything from Polo and Rodeo to Vaquero ! Or hit the beautiful county park trails .
A + Education
We ’ ve got Gavilan — our own community college with multiple campuses . Our blueribbon public school districts guide nearly 20,000 students from pre-K through high school . We also offer non-public charter and private schools . We ’ ve got the quality teachers , safe campuses , parent involvement and community support to raise our youth for success !
A Strong Sense of History
Morgan Hill and Gilroy Historical Societies and the San Martin Neighborhood Alliance have devoted volunteers working to preserve and share our local history . It ’ s about honoring our founding families , learning from their stories , and building our future .
Shopping Sprees
Not everyone buys everything on Amazon . Easy , stress-free shopping is ours at Premium Outlet stores in Gilroy . Unique boutiques and shops dot our downtowns .
Heart for the Performing Arts
Our very own local symphony , professional theater groups providing an array of stage plays , a local art guild , a major Bay Area photography club , and more .
Famous Family Theme Park
Gilroy Gardens , recognized by the State of California in 2017 as one of eight " Hidden Gems ” for its famous Circus Trees just opened a Water Oasis expansion this year . They have programs year-round to help educate our kids in the wonders of nature while entertaining them with attractions and rides .
Optimism for the Future
We have much to be thankful for , living in a region with jobs , educational opportunities , places to gather , and general safety . The talent , energy , and community spirit of our citizens , working together , will help us make South County even better as we grow .
GILROY • MORGAN HILL • SAN MARTIN OCTOBER / NOVEMBER 2018 gmhtoday . com
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