Around the Region (02/11/18)
MODESTO
What: Xavier Becerra Meet and Greet
When: Sunday, 3 to 5 p.m.
Where: Plumbers and Pipefitters Union 442, 4842 Nutcracker Lane
Info: The Stanislaus County Democratic Central Committee invites the public to a meet and greet for California Attorney General Xavier Becerra. For more information contact Jocelyn Cooper 209-422-0119 or email jocelyncooper2012@gmail.com.
What: YCCD Special Trustee Board Meeting
When: Monday, 10 a.m.
Where: YCCD District Office, 2201 Blue Gum Ave.
Info: The Yosemite Community College District, Board of Trustees will be hold a special board meeting. The public and interested stakeholders are encouraged to attend. For more information contact the district office 209-575-6509 or visit boarddocs.com.
What: Modesto Kiwanis Club meeting
When: Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Famiglia Bistro, 2501 McHenry Ave.
Info: The Modesto Kiwanis invites the public to its lunch meeting. Each week the club as a new presentation and discussions about upcoming club events. Seats are limited and reservations are required. Lunch is $15. For more information or to reserve a seat, contact President Jeremiah Williams 209-568-3096.
What: Healthy Aging and Association Balance Program
When: Tuesdays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Stanislaus Veterans Center, 3500 Coffee Rd., Suite 15
Info: Free balance program for older adults, ages 60 and over designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. Registrants will receive information, resources and a fall prevention manual. The program is every Tuesday for 8 weeks, 2 hours a session. Space is limited, call 209-525-4670 to check seating availability.
MERCED
What: Merced/Mariposa Division of the CRTA
When: Monday, Feb. 26, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Hoffmeister Center, 1920 Canal St.
Info: The Merced/Mariposa Division of the California Retired Teachers Association will host the 23rd annual Jane Goul Card Party and Game Day at the Hoffmeister Center in Merced. The cost is $8 a person and is CRTA’s only fundraiser of the year for scholarships. Pie, fruit, coffee and tea will be served. Raffle and door prizes will also be available. Players are encouraged to bring a game or cards and friends to the event. For more information, contact Jackie Hall at 209-384-1509 or Sharon Spinardi at 209-761-9117. Tickets will be available for purchase at the rear door of the event center.
RIVERBANK
What: Meeting of the Compassionate Friends
When: 2nd Monday, 7 p.m.
Where: 2201 Morrill Road
Info: This support group is for families whose children have died at any age, from any cause. Bereaved parents, grandparents and adult siblings are invited to attend. First time attendees are encouraged to call 209-622-6786 before attending or email tcfmodestoriverbank@gmail.com or visit www.compassionatefriends.org.
TURLOCK
What: Sunshine Club Weekly Luncheon
When: Mondays, 1 p.m.
Where: The Olive Garden, 2749 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.
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This story was originally published February 10, 2018 at 5:26 PM with the headline "Around the Region (02/11/18)."