Around the Region (11/26/16)

MODESTO

What: Chemo Crew’s Pancake Breakfast

When: Dec. 3; 8-11 a.m.

Where: Big Valley Grace Community Church, 4040 Tully Road

Info: Big Valley Grace Community Church will be hosting the third annual Pancake Breakfast. All proceeds will go to benefit the Chemo Crew support group and the support services the group provides to local cancer patients. Enjoy pancakes with a visit from Santa and a silent auction. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for kids, and survivors eat free. For more information, contact Chemo Crew at 209-216-6271 or thechemocrew@gmail.com, or visit www.chemocrew.com.

What: Modesto Junior College Symphonic Band

When: Monday, 7 p.m.

Where: Modesto Junior College East Campus, Performing Arts Center, 435 College Ave.

Info: The Modesto Junior College Department of Music presents the Symphonic Band in concert. The event is open to the public and admission is free, with donations gratefully accepted. Director of Bands Erik Maki will conduct the ensemble as it performs a wide variety of music for modern wind band. The program includes works by Gary Gilroy, Rex Mitchell, Robert Sheldon, Alexander Courage and more. For more information, contact Maki at makie@mjc.edu or (209) 575-6184.

What: Us Too Prostate Cancer Support Group

When: Monday, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Sutter Memorial Conference Center, 1700 McHenry Ave.

Info: The support group is marking its 19th anniversary and plans to honor military veterans. Special guest speaker Kim Viviano, fitness program manager for the Healthy Aging Association, will offer instruction on exercises that can improve balance and prevent falls. Us Too offers knowledge on prostate disease, treatment options, and tools for rebuilding satisfying lives after cancer. After the featured program, men and women will form separate groups to share personal stories and perspectives. The evening will end with snacks and socializing. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Ken at 209-521-6468 or go to www.memorialmedicalcenter.org.

JAMESTOWN

What: “The Polar Express” Train Ride

When: Dec. 2-18, 4:30-9 p.m.

Where: Railtown 1897, 10501 Reservoir Rd.

Info: California State Parks, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park and the California State Railroad Museum Foundation are proud to present “The Polar Express” Train Ride on Fridays through Sundays from Dec. 2-18. Three festive train rides will be available each day, starting at 4:30 p.m., 6 and 7:30. The holiday experience includes keepsake souvenir tickets, hot cocoa, festive holiday cookies and more. Tickets are $50 per person for coach seating, open-air car is $180 per table of four, and $65 per person for first class seating that includes a commemorative “The Polar Express” mug. Children under 2 are admitted free and must be seated on an adult’s lap during the ride. The train ride is a fundraiser for the California State Railroad Museum Foundation, which supports Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. Advance tickets are available online only at www.railtown1897.org. For more information, call the hotline at 209-984-3407.

RIPON

What: Ripon Oratorio Society

When: Sunday, 3 p.m.

Where: Immanuel Christian Reformed Church, 517 Orange Ave.

Info: The Ripon Oratorio Society will hold a rehearsal for Handel’s “Messiah” on Sunday at 3 p.m. at Immanuel Christian Reformed Church. Singers are needed for the 71st presentation of the program, set for Dec. 4. Singers are asked to contribute $10. For more information, call 209-599-6163 or go to www.immanuelcrc.org.

100 YEARS AGO: The Star Theater announced its one-day-only presentation of “The Manager of the B&A.” It starred Helen Holmes in a five-act railroad drama. The event included a showing of “The Floating Trap,” starring Billie Burke, a cartoon comedy. Admission was 15 cents for adults and 5 cents for children.

This story was originally published November 25, 2016 at 5:25 PM with the headline "Around the Region (11/26/16)."