Around the Region (10/4/12)

Modesto

• MARINE CORPS LEAGUE MEETING

When: Saturday, 9:45 a.m.

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

Info: The general meeting is open to Marine and FMF Corpsmen veterans. Requires DD-214 proof of service with an honorable discharge from the Marine Corps. Annual dues are $40. For more, go to www.mcl-modesto019.org or call (209) 571-0102.

Burson

• RIDE FOR AUTISM

When: Sunday, 9 a.m.

Where: El Torero Restaurant, 2869 W. Highway 12

Info: The Tri-County Autism Group, TAG, announces its fifth annual Ride for Autism, hosted by the Lethal Riders Motorcycle Club. Registration will be from 9 to 11 a.m. The ride commences immediately following signups and will travel throughout Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne counties ending at the New Hogan Observation Point. Cost is a $20 donation for single riders and $35 for double riders. Participants also can register in advance at www.tricountyautismgroup.com. Free ride pin for the first 100 riders. The event will include lunch provided by El Torero, drinks, free ice cream, door and raffle prizes, music and bike games. For more, call Geoff at (209) 256-2476.

Oakdale

• BARKTOBERFEST

When: Saturday, 2 to 5 p.m.

Where: Call for location details

Info: Join the animal lovers of Oakdale and Riverbank for beverages, brats, live music, silent auction and more. Support the homeless animals at the Oakdale Animal Shelter. Donations in any amount will be accepted at the door. For location details, call Betsie at (209) 543-5434.

Turlock

• TURLOCK SALVATION ARMY CRAFT SHOW

When: Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Salvation Army Corps Building, 893 Lander Ave.

Info: The group holds its annual fund-raiser craft show. Booths to rent are $25 and proceeds benefit The Salvation Army Turlock Corps.

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