Around the Region (11/27/12)

Modesto

• MENDED HEARTS SUPPORT GROUP

When: Tonight, 6-8:30

Where: Sutter Gould Medical Foundation Training and Education Center, 1700 McHenry Ave.

Info: The meeting will be an "after Thanksgiving social." Please bring finger food or treats. There is no speaker. This will be an opportunity to have an extended visit with old friends and to meet new ones. We welcome all heart patients, families, friends and caregivers. For more, call Robert Martin at (209) 523-8525 or e-mail farmcrop@sbcglobal.net

• FILM & LECTURE SERIES

When: Thursday, 7 p.m.

Where: Modesto Junior College, East Campus, Forum 110, 435 College Ave.

Info: The MJC Civic Engagement Project Fall Film & Lecture Series will offer a free showing of "Miss Representation," followed by a discussion. The film highlights how the image of women in the media continues to undermine their potential in society, sending the same underlying message: Women are valued for how they look, not what they do. Campus parking is $1, paid at ticket dispensers in student parking lots.

• VENDORS NEEDED FOR ANIME CONFERENCE

When: Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Downey High School, 1000 Coffee Road

Info: The Anime Club of Downey High School needs vendors for a conference. Those interested should contact Barbara at (209) 576-4212 or e-mail BJI223@aol.com.

Salida

• MUNICIPAL ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING

When: Today, 7 p.m.

Where: Nick W. Blom Salida Regional Library, Community Room, 4835 Sisk Road

Info: The Salida Municipal Advisory Council meeting will feature speaker Marjorie Blom, who will talk on "LAFCo 101." LAFCo is the Local Agency Formation Commission, which approves or denies annexations in Stanislaus County. Blom is a LAFCo director. Residents are invited to attend, ask questions and share concerns, including their thoughts on the possible Salida annexation by Modesto.

Livingston

• AWARD NIGHT

When: Wednesday, 6

Where: Livingston High School, new gymnasium, 1617 Main St.

Info: The public is invited to attend the Merced Union High School District Superintendent's Award Night. Three students from Atwater, Buhach Colony, Golden Valley, Livingston, Merced High School and East Campus Educational Center sites will be honored for their achievements in academics, arts, athletics, community service and character. One certificated and one classified employee from each site will be recognized. For more, call (209) 385-6420.

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