Around the Region (10/24/12)

Modesto

• SCIENCE NIGHT

When: Friday, 4 to 5 p.m.

Where: Modesto Junior College East Campus, Science Building, Room 115, 435 College Ave.

Info: Dr. Al Chemist (Steve Murov) presents "Halloween Chemistry," a series of experiments (featuring the foaming pumpkin and the fickle pickle) intended to demonstrate the importance and excitement of chemistry. Free, but admission limited to 75. Suitable for all ages.

Oakdale

• GROW YOUR BUSINESS EXPO

When: Thursday, 2 to 7 p.m.

Where: Gene Bianchi Community Center, 110 S. Second Ave.

Info: The Grow Your Business Expo focuses on Oakdale Chamber of Commerce members and-or Oakdale business products and services. The public is invited to attend and learn what more than 35 local businesses have to offer. Admission is free. For more, call the Chamber of Commerce at (209) 847-2244.

Salida

• USED BOOK SALE

When: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Salida Regional Library, 4835 Sisk Road

Info: The Friends of the Salida Library will hold a used book sale. All proceeds will be used to support activities at the Salida library. For more information, call (209) 543-7353.

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