Around the Region (7/30/12)

Modesto

• MARINE CORPS LEAGUE MEETING

When: Saturday, 9:45 a.m.

Where: American Legion Hall, 1001 S. Santa Cruz Ave.

Info: The Bill King Modesto Marine Corps League Detachment 19 will meet to discuss the Scottish Games fund-raiser and the MCL Fall Conference, which will be held by the detachment this year. Military Order of Devil Dogs Growl after the meeting. Membership is open to Marine and Fleet Marine Force Corpsmen, and veterans with DD-214 proof of service with an honorable discharge from the Marines. Annual dues are $40. For more information, call (209) 571-0102 or go to www.mcl-modesto019.org.

Oakdale

• WOMEN'S CONNECTION LUNCHEON

When: Aug. 9, noon to 1:45 p.m.

Where: Firenze Ristorante, 502 N. Yosemite Ave.

Info: The Oakdale Women's Connection luncheon will feature artist Ruth McKinsey and guest speaker Robby Kautz. Lunch and program $15; reservations are appreciated. To learn more, call Barbara at (209) 847-5605 or Paula at (209) 869-4788.

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