Thursday, August 28, 2008

last updated: July 09, 2008 12:32:31 AM

Modesto

TRAVELERS WANTED FOR 2009 ROTARY TRIP

When: Application deadline is Tuesday

Where: Rotary Group Study Exchange trip to Brazil

Info: Rotary Club District 5220 is sending four professionals age 25-40 on a four-week trip to Brazil from mid-May to mid-June. The team will share knowledge of the United States and will experience the customs, vocations and lifestyle of Brazil. Rotary pays for the airfare, meals, lodging and group travel. For an application, contact Chris Currie at 525-9670.

HUMANE SOCIETY FAMILY MOVIE EVENT

When: Saturday, doors open at 2 p.m.; show starts at 3:30 p.m.

Where: State Theatre, 1307 J St.

Info: The Humane Society of Stanislaus County will hold a family movie event, "Cats & Dogs," with a costume contest. Come dressed as your favorite pet and root for the team of your choice, cat or dog.

TALKING ABOUT TAXES

When: Tuesday, 6-9 p.m.

Where: The Seasons, 945 McHenry Ave.

Info: The California Society of Tax Consultants, Central Valley chapter, presents Gary McKinsey speaking on 1031 Exchange Simplified and the Internal Revenue Code. For more information or to RSVP, call Paul Hearst at 527-3484.

VALLEY SUPER SINGLES

When: July 16, 6 p.m.

Where: East La Loma Park, off Edgebrook Avenue

Info: A social club for single adults older than 45 invites newcomers to a picnic and barbecue. For more information, call Glenda at 527-2169 or Wendy at 604-2700.

Groveland

MOUNTAINEERING TALK

When: Saturday, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Tenaya Elementary Gymnasium, 19177 Highway 120

Info: Conrad Anker returns to Groveland to talk about his mountaineering expeditions, including his second ascent of Mount Everest. His wife, Jennifer Lowe-Anker, joins him with a reading from her memoir, "Forget Me Not." $8 for children 18 and younger; $12 for adults; proceeds will benefit restoration of the Wells Fargo building. Presented by the Southern Tuolumne County Historical Society. For more information, call 962-6634.

Oakdale

WOMEN'S CONNECTION LUNCHEON

When: Thursday, noon-1:45 p.m.

Where: Almond Pavilion, 151 South Sierra Ave.

Info: Women of the Central Valley are invited to a lunch that will feature Alice Taylor, who will talk about Lavender Farm, and Shirley Dare, a former Powder Puff Derby pilot, who will share how she overcame fear. Lunch and the program cost $14. To make reservations, call Barbara at 847-5605 or Paula at 869-4788.

SUNRISE ROTARY BREAKFAST MEETING

When: Friday, 7 a.m.

Where: Oakdale Golf & Country Club, 243 N. Stearns Road

Info: Guest speakers will be Capt. Rett Burroughs and Chief Warrant Officer Chris Ryan. For more information, call John Milsap at 521-3474.

La Grange

COUNTRY BREAKFAST

When: Sunday, 7-11 a.m.

Where: Odd Fellows Hall on Main Street

Info: The La Grange Odd Fellows of LaFayette Historical Lodge 65 will offer breakfast with biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage or potatoes; all you can eat for $6. The group has changed its breakfasts to the second Sunday of the month.

Salida

HEAD START/SCHOOL REGISTRATION

When: Now

Where: To be determined

Info: Salida Union School District, Early Head Start and Head Start Programs are accepting applications for the 2008-2009 school year. We serve qualifying income families and children with disabilities up to age 5. To register your child, bring a birth certificate, proof of income and immunization records. To set up an appointment, call Michelle at 543-3102.

Merced

JUNIOR HORSE SHOW

When: Saturday, 3 p.m.

Where: Merced College Arena, at the north end of the campus

Info: The Junior Horse Show, part of the 2008 Merced County Fair, is free and open to the public. The annual show is for 4-H, FFA and independent junior exhibitors. The highest scoring 4-Her and FFAer in the showmanship segment will compete in the round robin event at the Merced County Fair on July 18 at 6 p.m. in Nolet Arena. For more information, go to www.mercedcountyfair.com, call the fair office at 722-1507, e-mail info@mercedcountyfair.com or fax 722-3773.

GENEALOGY SOCIETY CELEBRATES 25 YEARS

When: July 19, 1 p.m.

Where: Gracey Room, Merced County Library, 2100 O St.

Info: The Merced County Genealogy Society will celebrate its 25th birthday with members showing and/or sharing something from their family history. The Doris Cochran Research Room will be open and there will be a tour of the Periodicals/Newspapers Room.

BATON TWIRLING CLASSES

When: Tuesdays, 4-5 p.m., starting July 22

Where: To be given at sign-up

Info: The Parks and Community Services Department will teach basic to more advanced twirls. Students will have the opportunity to participate in parades and performances from Main Street in Merced to Main Street at Walt Disney World. Classes last six weeks and cost $35. For more information, call 385-6298 or visit www.cityofmerced.org. Register at Parks and Community Services, 690 W. 16th St.

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