Around the Region (2/13/12)

Modesto

• READERS THEATER

When: Friday, 7 p.m., and Saturday, 6 p.m.

Where: Petersen Event Center, 720 12th St.

Info: The Stanislaus Literacy Center and Mary Stuart Rogers Foundation present "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten," based on the book by Robert Fulgham and adapted by Ernest Zulia. The cast, using a Reader's Theater format, will present this dramatic production as the highlight of the Spotlights on Reading event to benefit the Stanislaus Literacy Center. Tickets for Friday's production are $25 and include a silent auction and wine and appetizers reception. Saturday's event includes dinner preceding the show and a silent auction. Saturday tickets are $30, with tables of eight for $250. To purchase tickets, call (209) 522-0656 or visit www.readingworks.net/events.html.

Calaveras County

• STATE PARK DOCENT ORIENTATION

When: March 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., or April 21, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Where: Jack Knight Hall, near the Visitor Center

Info: Calaveras Big Trees State Park will be offering new docent orientation classes. Volunteer opportunities include:

• trail patrol

• greeting people in the Visitor Center

• leading tours and children's programs

• trail maintenance

• operating the Warming Hut and leading snowshoe hikes

Volunteers receive free training and use of the park, and can earn passes to other California state parks. This training is mandatory for all new park volunteers. R.S.V.P. required two weeks in advance. For more, contact Wendy Harrison at (209) 795-7980 or wharrison@parks.ca.gov.

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