Around the Region (10/9/12)

Modesto

• OPEN HOUSE

When: Wednesday, 8 to 10 a.m.

Where: Stanislaus Literacy Center, 1032 11th St.

Info: The Stanislaus Literacy Center and its ReadingWorks Learning Center have moved. The public is invited to see the expanded location for administrative and student services. The Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting will occur at 8:30 a.m. Tours will be given throughout the event.

• LEGAL PROFESSIONALS MEETING

When: Wednesday, 6 p.m.

Where: Fuzio's Universal Bistro, 1020 10th St., Suite 100

Info: Stanislaus County Legal Professionals Association will hold a meeting. The speaker will be David Kamins of Lazarus Designs on the topic "PowerPoint Presentation on Proposed Website for SCLPA." Dinner selection $14. RSVP to Catherine (209) 341-6467 or catherine.carmichael@ejgallo.com

Empire

• FRIENDS OF THE EMPIRE LIBRARY MEETING

When: Today, 6-7 p.m.

Where: Empire library meeting room, 18 S. Abbie St.

Info: The meeting will focus on final planning for the third annual Harvest Festival, scheduled for Oct. 27. For more, contact Marye at (209) 523-0449 or ezjamm@aol.com.

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