Around the Region (01/28/18)

MODESTO

What: Modesto Junior College Science Colloquium

When: Wednesday, 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.

Where: MJC West Campus, 2201 Blue Gum Ave.

Info: The event features the topic: “From Central Valley Salmon to Mekong Giant Catfish,” presented by Erin Loury, fish biologist at FishBio, Fisheries Research, Monitoring and Conservation. The Colloquium series offers one-hour discussions on timely science-related topics, and is free and open to the public $2 on-campus parking fee). For more information, call 209-529-5182 or email andersonr@mjc.edu or visit www.mjc.edu.

What: Online Community Survey to Guide Modesto City Schools’ Plan for Student Achievement

When: Now through Wednesday

Where: Online at www.mcs4kids.com

Info: Modesto City Schools seeks input from the community on a variety of topics related to community involvement, school engagement and school/district climate. The district will use the feedback for development of their 2018-2019 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP).

What: “Thriving in the Digital Age”

When: Thursday, Feb. 1, noon to 1:30 p.m.

Where: Skewers Kabob House, 906 J St.

Info: The Association of Fundraising Professionals, Yosemite Chapter, invites the public to its next lunch meeting, featuring guest speaker Abhay Tewari, founder and CEO of Sumbon, a company that solutions for small nonprofits to connect with donors. Tewari will present “Thriving in the Digital Age: How to Leverage the Digital Revolution for Fundraising.” Cost is $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers; register by Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 4 p.m. For more information or to register, email afpyosemite@gmail.com or visit afpyosemite.afpnet.org.

What: Society for disAbilities Crab Feed

When: Saturday, Feb. 10, 5 p.m.

Where: St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 1813 Oakdale Road

Info: The Society for disAbilities benefit for its programs and services. It begins at 6 p.m. and is $50 per person, $375 for a table of eight. Cocktail and dinner of crab, spaghetti, salad and garlic bread. Silent and live auctions. For more information or to purchase tickets call the society office 209-524-3536 or visit societyfordisabilities.org/donations.

MERCED

What: Buhach Colony High School Crab Feed

When: Saturday, Feb. 3, 5:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Where: Merced County Fairgrounds, 900 Martin Luther King Jr. Way

Info: The Buhach Colony High School Music Boosters’ 13th annual event will feature live entertainment from the Buhach Jazz Ensemble and a raffle. All proceeds help fund the activities of the band program. Cost is $50 per person; $360 for a table of eight; seating is limited. For more information or to purchase tickets contact Nancy Benz at 209-631-6178 or Kevin Benz 209-658-8428 or email gobchsmusic@gmail.com or visit eventbrite.com/e/bchs-music-boosters-crab-feed.

RIVERBANK

What: Crabby Love Affair

When: Saturday, Feb. 10, 4 to 7 p.m.

Where: Riverbank Community Center, 3600 Sante Fe St.

Info: Central Valley Community Resources, Inc., invites the public to its second annual crab feed with live music, dancing and silent auction. The menu will include Caribbean-style crab, jambalaya rice, cornbread and more. Tickets are $50 for singles; $90 for a couple; and $380 for table of eight. All proceeds go to help fund the nonprofit’s activities and outreach. For more information call 209-896-3055.

TURLOCK

What: Sunshine Club Weekly Luncheon

When: Mondays, 1 p.m.

Where: IHOP Restaurant, 1625 Countryside Drive

Info: The Sunshine Club is a support group for men and women who have lost a loved one. Meet people who understand what suddenly being alone really means. The lunch is no-host. For more information, contact Darlene at 209-668-6792.

This story was originally published January 27, 2018 at 4:26 PM with the headline "Around the Region (01/28/18)."