Modesto
BLOOD DRIVE
WHEN: Today, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
WHERE: Stanislaus County Sheriff's Regional Training Division, 3805 Cornucopia Way
INFO: All donors receive a free gift courtesy of Delta Blood Bank. Presented by Stanislaus County K-9 Unit and Delta Blood Bank. For more information, call Barry Ballance at 652-1369.
DAVIS HIGH 32ND ANNIVERSARY
WHEN: Today, 6-10 p.m.
WHERE: Minnie's Restaurant, 107 McHenry Ave.
INFO: Grace M. Davis High School Class of 1977 Birthday Bash. The cost is $10 per person. No-host bar. For more information, contact Randy Beauchamp at 568-3777.
FALL RUMMAGE SALE
WHEN: Today, 7 a.m.-1 p.m.
WHERE: John F. Kennedy School, 1336 Stonum Road
INFO: Proceeds benefit the school. For more information, call John Worsham at 652-1453 or 765-0634.
CHARITY POKER RUN
WHEN: Today; registration at 8 a.m., riders leave from 9-11 a.m.
WHERE: Discount Leather Mart, 1300 N. Carpenter Road, Suite B
INFO: Single riders $20, two for $30. Prizes for best low and high hands; food, drink, music and raffles. All motorcycle types are invited. Proceeds benefit Family Extension Foster Care Inc., to help foster kids. For more information, call 524-0826.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
WHEN: Sunday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
WHERE: Mancini Hall, 718 Tuolumne Blvd.
INFO: Pancake brunch to benefit Modesto High Marching Band & Guard. Cost is $5 per person. For more information or to order tickets, call 988-4950.
Ceres
ASSYRIAN CHALDEAN FOOD FESTIVAL
WHEN: Today, noon-7 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
WHERE: St. Matthew's Church, 3005 Sixth St.
INFO: A free event with food, folkloric dances, games for children, live music, art, cultural exhibits and raffle. For more information, call 605-9360.
Denair
FFA LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
WHEN: Today, 1-11 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-noon
WHERE: Denair High School, 3460 Lester Road
INFO: Workshops will be run by regional and state FFA officers for chapter officers to improve their understanding of their duties and responsibilities. For more information, call Billy Myers at 620-2485.
Escalon
CITYWIDE YARD SALE
WHEN: Today, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
INFO: More than 135 yard sales throughout the city. Maps will be available at many stores, restaurants and at City Hall. For more information, call 838-4106.
Manteca
OMELET BREAKFAST
WHEN: Sunday, 7 a.m.-noon
WHERE: Manteca Ripon Pentecost Society Hall, 133 N. Grant
INFO: Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for children 6 to 12, and free for children 5 and younger. For more information, call Janet at 823-1060.
Salida
FREE KINDERMUSIK CLASS
WHEN: Monday, 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road
INFO: MOMS Club Modesto North is offering a free Kindermusik class for ages 6 months to 5 years. Class size is limited, preregistration is required. To register, e-mail your name, the ages of the children participating and a phone number to info@momsclubmodestonorth.com. For more information, visit www.momsclubmodestonorth.com.
Sonora
SECONDHAND ROSE RUMMAGE SALE
WHEN: Today, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-noon
WHERE: Sonora Veterans Hall, 9 N. Washington St., second floor
INFO: Rummage items include household goods, collectible, contemporary and vintage clothing, jewelry, books, toys and sporting goods. There will be a raffle, too. The fund-raiser supports the veterans and community services of Associates of Vietnam Veterans of America. For more information, call Nina Schloffel at 532-6119, Carol Southern at 928-3848, or Laurie Dodson at 743-1960. Presented by AVVA Chapter 391.
Twain Harte
TWAIN HARTE OKTOBERFEST
WHEN: Today-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
WHERE: Eproson Park, 22901-22999 Meadow Drive
INFO: Beer tasting today and wine tasting Sunday. Live music, family entertainment and artisan booths. Tickets are $10-$15. Canned food donations will go to Amador-Tuolumne Community Action Agency food bank. For more information, call the chamber office at 586-4482. Presented by the Twain Harte Chamber of Commerce.
Coulterville
SOAP BOX DERBY
WHEN: Oct. 17; deadline Sunday
INFO: Entry forms and rules are available at the Fielding Trading Post in Coulterville, at www.soaprunners.wetpaint.com or by calling Bernie Laursen at 878-3881. There are 26 entry slots. Available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Hornitos
HORNITOS FLEA MARKET
WHEN: Sunday, 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Hornitos Park
INFO: Vendor booths and food available for purchase. Last year, the event attracted more than 100 vendors. The Hornitos Patrons' Club is sponsoring the event, with funds raised going back into the community. A pancake breakfast will be held by the Hornitos Masonic Lodge. For more information, call 384-2320. For driving directions, go to hornitospc.com.
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