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Stanislaus County

DRIVERS NEEDED FOR CATHOLIC CHARITIES

INFO: Catholic Charities needs transportation in the Newman, Patterson and Crows Landing areas for seniors 60 years or older who require rides to locations throughout Stanislaus County. The service focuses on those with special transportation needs and offers rides in a wheelchair-equipped van as well as in private vehicles. Transportation should be scheduled one week in advance; last-minute appointments will be accommodated as schedules permit. There are no set fees for the service. For more information or to schedule a ride, call Lynn Ewen at 593-6112.

STUFFED ANIMAL DRIVE

WHEN: Through Nov. 7, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m-noon
WHERE: Drop off at A Legal Place, 1228 I St., Modesto
INFO: Youth Education Sports will ship stuffed animals via San Diego to La Paz, Mexico, for children in need. New or used stuffed animals are accepted. For more information, call 613-6723 or go to www.acv.com.mx/xhtml/araythom.html.

Modesto

GARDEN CLUB MEETING

WHEN: Thursday, snack and learn, 11 a.m.; main program, noon
WHERE: Senior Citizens Center, 211 Bodem St.
INFO: At the snack and learn, Alicia Hartsfield Largent will present a program on walking through the fields. In the main program, Nan Sterman will speak on gardening within your watering means. The meetings are free for all members and $10 for the general public.

ONE BREATH AT A TIME

WHEN: Wednesdays, today through Nov. 18, 10 a.m.-noon
WHERE: Health Education and Conference Center, McHenry Village, 1700 McHenry Ave., Suite 60-B
INFO: Four free classes will help you manage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (emphysema, chronic bronchitis). To register or for more information, call 548-7892.

Merced

THESIS RECEPTION AND ART EXHIBIT

WHEN: Reception Friday, 2 p.m.; exhibit runs through October, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9 a.m.-noon Friday
WHERE: Merced College Library, 3600 M St.
INFO: Junko Mikell did her thesis on "A Japanese American Culture Heritage Day Yamato Colony: A Historical Investigation II." She received her master's of art degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from California State University, Stanislaus. The thesis is based on research of Yamato Colony at the Livingston United Methodist Church from the late 19th century to the present day.

Turlock

FREE CANCER CLASS

WHEN: Today, 10-11:30 a.m.; Thursday, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Covenant Village, 2125 N. Olive Ave., Berg Hall
INFO: "I have cancer. Now what?" A panel discussion will feature four cancer patients and a representative from the American Cancer Society. The panel will share tips on how to deal with the complex issues that result after you have received a diagnosis of cancer. No reservation needed. Sponsored by Regional Cancer Services of Emanuel Medical Center.

FREE CANCER CLASS

WHEN: Friday, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Emanuel Medical Plaza, 880 E. Tuolumne Road, conference room
INFO: Managing the stress of dealing with a severe illness while living your life. Featured speaker Anne Pingenot will speak about how to manage the stress of such a situation. Women often are recognized as the drivers of health care in most families. What happens to the woman when she gets sick? No reservation needed. Sponsored by Regional Cancer Services of Emanuel Medical Center.

INTUITION AND HOLISTIC EXPO

WHEN: Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
WHERE: Holiday Inn Express, 3001 Hotel Drive
INFO: Vendors include psychic readers, Tarot readers, astrology, iriodology, chiropractor information, holistic health information and more. For more information, call 605-5413 or go to www.IntuitionAndHolisticExpo.com. Presented by the Spiritual Church of Turlock.

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