Around the Region (02/01/2013)

Modesto

• PARENT SUPPORT GROUP

When: Saturday, 10 a.m.

Where: College Avenue Congregational Church, 1341 College Ave.

Info: The parent support group PLACE — People Learning Acceptance Creating Equality — will hold its meeting. If you're accepting, conflicted or rejecting of your gay child/teen, you are not alone. We welcome you and every question, thought or feeling. This is a safe space for you. Come meet other parents to receive support, information and education. For more information, call Elizabeth at (209) 818-2378 or Ed at (209) 683-8203.

• DEMOCRATIC WOMEN'S CLUB MEETING

When: Saturday, 11 a.m.

Where: McHenry's Bar & Restaurant, 1445 McHenry Ave.

Info: The Democratic Women's Club of Stanislaus County is holding its monthly meeting featuring the annual membership drive. For more information, call Patty at (209) 303-4042 or email DemWomensClub@gmail.com.

• PFLAG EVENT

When: Tuesday, 5 to 8 p.m.

Where: Emanuel Lutheran Church, 324 College Ave.

Info: This Parents, Family & Friends of Lesbians and Gays event features LGBT seniors, Healthy TRANSitions and information on support with California Rural Legal Assistance. For more information, call (209) 566-2468 or visit www.pflagmodesto.org.

• A FAIRE OF THE HEART

When: Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Memorial Medical Center, North Tower, Orchard Room, 1700 Coffee Road

Info: This free community event features blood pressure checks, blood sugar testing, ECG strips and free health screenings. The event also features health displays for attendees to learn about prevention, intervention, treatments and visit with Memorial health care professionals. For more information, call (209) 526-4500, ext. 7306.

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• SUNSHINE CLUB MEETING

When: Monday, 2:30 p.m.

Where: Applebee's restaurant, 2501 Fulkerth Road

Info: The Sunshine Club is a support group for men and women who have lost a loved one. Meet new friends who understand what being alone really means. For more information, call Ms. Burch at (209) 632-3273.

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