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Modesto

• VALLEY SUPER SINGLES TO MEET WEEKLY
When: Fridays, 6 p.m.
Where: El Palomar restaurant, 3105 McHenry Ave.
Info: The social club for single adults over 45 will meet weekly. Newcomers welcome; call Glenda at 527-2169 or Anne at 524-7909. Also, the group will meet Thursday at 6 p.m. for a picnic in the park to welcome newcomers. For more information, call Wendy at 578-0777.

• UNITED COMMUNITY WALK
When: Saturday, starting at 10 a.m.
Where: Mancini Bowl in Graceada Park
Info: The opening event for the Modesto Blues Festival. The National Alliance on Mental Illness, Stanislaus affiliate, is the host nonprofit, and is using the event as a fund-raiser for NAMI programs. Suggested donation of $10. Walk to Rotary Junction on the Virginia Corridor, and return to Graceada Park for free music and art at the Modesto Blues Festival. Donations may be made to NAMI Stanislaus. For more information, call Bob Madearos at 551-8459, Lynn Padlo at 576-0809 or e-mail lpadlo234@comcast.net.

• FIBROMYALGIA AND CHIROPRACTIC SEMINAR
When: Saturday, 1 p.m.
Where: Doubletree Hotel, 1150 Ninth St.
Info: Dr. Paul Whitcomb of South Lake Tahoe will discuss chiropractic treatments for fibromyalgia at this free seminar. Whitcomb is the author of "Fibromyalgia: Finally Solving the Mystery." For more information, go to www.stopfibro.com.

• CURRENT AND RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES
When: Thursday, 12:30 p.m.
Where: Mancini Hall, 718 Tuolumne Blvd.
Info: The National Association of Current and Retired Federal Employees meets the third Thursday of the month, with a senior lunch served at noon. Lunch is $2, and reservations are required. For more information or to reserve a spot, call Helen at 303-0495.

• MODESTO CHAPTER 294 STAR POKER RUN
When: June 21, registration from 8-10 a.m.
Where: Register at Yamaha of Modesto, 1302 Ninth St.
Info: Benefit for Sierra Vista Child and Family Services. Event includes lunch, a ride pin and prizes. Preregistration for one rider $15, passenger $10; day of event an additional $5 for each. For more information, go to www.startouringchapter294.com, or call Gerald at 324-1924 or Barry at 380-2589.

• YMCA CAMP JACK HAZARD GEARING UP FOR SUMMER
When: Accepting registrations
Where: 2700 McHenry Ave.
Info: The YMCA is registering for summer sessions for ages 8-18. Campers swim, hike, backpack, rock-climb and more. Financial assistance available for those who qualify. For more information, go to www.ymcastan.org or call 578-9622.

Ceres

• CHEERLEADER YARD SALE
When: Saturday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Central Valley High School, 4033 S. Central Ave.
Info: A yard sale to raise money to purchase cheerleader uniforms.

Hughson

• BARBECUE FUND-RAISER FOR BOY SCOUT TROOP 27
When: Saturday, noon-4 p.m.
Where: Resendiz Fruit Barn, 4342 Geer Road
Info: The Red Hot Coles will cook BBQ tri-tip, chicken or linguica sandwiches, $5 per sandwich. The event will support camping trips, summer camp, awards, merit badges and special outings. Pre-sale tickets and same-day tickets available. For information or to purchase tickets, call Janet at 620-4872.

Manteca

• DESSERT MUSICAL
When: Today, 7 p.m.; Saturday, 2 and 7 p.m.
Where: Cornerstone Community Church, 17900 Comconex Road
Info: Tickets $10 for adults, $5 ages 12 and under. Proceeds benefit the Angola, Africa, mission trip. For more information, call 825-1220.