Around the Region (10/03/12)

Modesto

• DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE NIGHT PARTY

When: Today, 5 to 8 p.m.

Where: McHenry's Restaurant, 3515 McHenry Ave.

Info: The Democratic Women's Club of Stanislaus County holds a Democratic Presidential Debate Night Party. Topic for the event is "Domestic Policy." Obama gear available: yard signs, T-shirts, buttons, bumper stickers and more. For more information, call club President Patty at (209) 303-4042 or e-mail DemWomensClub@gmail.com.

• SONS IN RETIREMENT MEETING

When: Thursday, 10:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: The Seasons, 945 McHenry Ave.

Info: The nonprofit club for retired men meets monthly to give members and guests an opportunity to renew friendships, discuss issues of local and national interest, and plan participation in scheduled activities such as golf, bowling, fishing and travel. For more information, call (209) 576-1077.

• MODESTO STAR TOURING AND RIDING MEETING

When: Friday, 7 p.m.

Where: Denny's restaurant, 1525 McHenry Ave.

Info: For motorcycle enthusiasts interested in organized rides, poker runs, community awareness and family-friendly events, Modesto Star Touring may be just the right group. Monthly meetings offer fun, food and raffles. For more information, call (209) 602-7281 or check out the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/modesto.startouring.

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