Around The Region (11/10/09)

MODESTO

LEGAL PROFESSIONALS MEETING

When: Thursday, 6 p.m.

Where: Appetéz Restaurant, 825 Roseburg Ave.

Info: Stanislaus County Legal Professionals will hold its monthly meeting. The guest speaker will be Steve Ashman, executive director of CASA of Stanislaus County (court appointed special advocates). He will speak about CASA, including its role in advocating for abused and neglected children of the juvenile dependency court actions. For reservations, call Ann at 521-1800 or achristensen@CurtisLegalGroup.com.

GREEN ENERGY WORKSHOP AND LUNCH

When: Thursday, noon to 2 p.m.

Where: DoubleTree Hotel, 1150 Ninth St. Info: The NorCal NECA-IBEW 684 Partnership will host a green energy workshop and lunch. The event will focus on how to save energy and use green energy in Central Valley schools, government facilities, hospitals, plants and office buildings. Free. For more, call 524-5171 or e-mail billy@NorCalNECA-IBEW684partnership.org.

FILM SHOWING

When: Thursday, 7 p.m.

Where: Modesto Junior College East Campus, Forum Building 110, 435 College Ave.

Info: Modesto Junior College will show the film "Manufactured Landscapes" as part of its Civic Engagement Project. The film follows photographer Edward Burtynsky at work in China, capturing images of industrialization and using his art to raise questions about the impact of mankind on our planet. The documentary will be followed by guest speaker Patricia Watts, founder of Ecoartspace, which works with artists who address environmental issues. For more information, call Jason Wohlstadter at 575-6180.

BOOK FAIR

When: Thursday, 3 to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Modesto Library, downstairs auditorium, 1500 I St.

Info: The Friends of the Modesto Library will sponsor a Scholastic Book Fair. The fair will have children's books ranging from picture books to novels. On Saturday at 1:30 p.m., Clifford the Big Red Dog will be available for photos. Proceeds from the book sale support programs at the library. For more information, go to www.stanislauslibrary.org or call 558-7810.

CIVICS CHALLENGE EVENT

When: Friday, 7 p.m.

Where: Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road

Info: The Institute for Principle Studies is hosting the 2009 Civics Challenge, an event that tests knowledge on what made America great. Teams of eight will match wits in a game-show atmosphere. Tickets are $40 per person or $320 per table for participants, and $30 for spectators. For more information, call 575-2005.

DAY TRIPS

Info: The Modesto Junior College Community Education will host the following day trips in December. The trips depart from the west campus on Blue Gum Avenue.

Dec. 5, 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m: San Francisco Christmas Shopping Trip. The cost is $42. Price includes chartered motor coach and goodie bag.

Dec. 13, 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.: "Wicked" at the Orpheum Theatre. The cost is $149. There will be free time in Union Square to shop and have a no-host lunch before the 2 p.m. performance. Price includes center orchestra seats and transportation. For more information, call Community Education 575-6063.

TURLOCK

INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAM WORKSHOP

When: Thursday, 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Continuum College, 1731 Colorado Ave.

Info: The Family Resource Network and State Council on Development Disabilities, Area Board 6, is presenting a workshop titled "Writing an Effective IEP for Your Child With Special Needs." Topics for parents will include parental rights, special education laws, communication and appropriate responses to intervention. There is no cost to attend, but reservations are required. To register or for more information, call 473-6930.

PIE CONTEST

When: Nov, 23, 2 to 6 p.m.

Where: 3008 Geer Road

Info: Dubyak Family Chiropractic is inviting all bakers to participate in its 14th annual Pumpkin Pie Contest. Each contestant is asked to enter two pies. After judging, all pies will be donated to the United Samaritan Foundation's Daily Bread Program and served as dessert on Thanksgiving. For more information, call 668-1944.

OAKDALE

WOMEN'S LUNCHEON

When: Thursday, 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Where: Almond Pavillion, 151 S. Sierra Ave.

Info: Central Valley residents are invited to attend the Oakdale Women's Connection luncheon featuring guest speaker Pam Korgan. Prior to lunch, Sweets and Treats Boutique will be open for attendees. Lunch and program cost is $15 per person; reservations appreciated. For more information, call Barbara at 847-5605 or Paula at 869-4788.

SONORA

CHRISTMAS PARADE

When: Deadline, Friday, 4 p.m.

Info: The 26th annual Historic Downtown Sonora Christmas Parade is accepting parade entries. The parade will take place Nov. 27 at 5:30 p.m. Entries received after the deadline will not be accepted. For more information, contact Sheala Wilkinson at 532-7725 or swilkinson@sonoraca.com.

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