Meetings, club events in and around Modesto (03/20/19)

MODESTO

What: Public review of Modesto City Schools proposed K-6 history/social science curriculum

When: Through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: MCS District Office, Educational Services Conference Room, 426 Locust St.

Info: The public can review the proposed K-6 history/social science curriculum. Per board policy, all recommended instructional materials must be available for public inspection before approval. For more information, call 209-574-1500 or visit www.mcs4kids.com.

What: “Up with People” Empowerment Concert

When: Friday, 7 p.m.

Where: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St.

Info: All proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Stanislaus County. Tickets start at $50 reserved seating; $20 adults, students $15 and youth (10 and under) $10. Tickets maybe purchased at the Gallo Center box office during business hours, or online at tickets.galloarts.org or at upwithpeople.org/events/modesto/.

What: Modesto Area Partners in Science lecture

When: Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Modesto Junior College West Campus, 2201 Blue Gum Ave.

Info: Free lecture, “Periodic Table Milestones and Real and Fake Elements,” by Steven Murov, Professor Emeritus of Chemistry, Modesto Junior College. The presentation in honor of the 150th anniversary of the Mendeleev periodic table. The talk will include demos and be based in part on Professor Murov’s website, http://murov.info/timelines.htm. The presentation will be in Sierra Hall 132. For more information, visit modestoscience.wordpress.com or the Facebook page.

What: Latino Community Roundtable Luncheon

When: Thursday, March 28, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: The Red Event Center, 921 Eighth St.

Info: The 18th annual Cesar E. Chavez “Si Se Puede” Empowerment Luncheon. Keynote speaker, California Senator (D-12) Anna Caballero will speak about Cesar Chavez’s legacy and comment on current issues facing the valley. Mexican buffet served. Cost is $30. Tickets and table reservations are available along with other sponsorships. For more information, contact Amanda Duran at 209-287-9347, or Aaron Anguiano at 209-567-1040.

KNIGHTS FERRY

What: Knights Ferry Community Club Spaghetti Dinner

When: Saturday, 5-8 p.m.

Where: Knights Ferry Community Club, Main Street

Info: The Knights Ferry Community Club will be hosting its annual spaghetti dinner during the Civil War Re-enactments on the weekend of March 23 and 24th. The funds raised at this event will help with the cost of the club’s building insurance, utilities, and basic expenses. The dinner includes, dessert and beverage. Tickets, $7 adults, $4 children 10 and under, are available at the Knights Ferry Creamery & Sweets, Knights Ferry General Store or call 209-881-3446. Also available at the door. For more information contact Carol Davis at 209-881-3217.

LA GRANGE

What: Member Heath Flora Office Hours

When: Thursday, 4-6:30

Where: La Grand and Waterford

Info: State Assemblyman Heath Flora (AD 12) will have mobile district office times. First in La Grange at IOOF Hall, 30018 Yosemite Blvd, from 4-5 p.m.; then in Waterford at City Hall, 101 E. St., from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Constituents will be seen on a first come, first served basis or constituents may request an appointment by calling the Main District Office at 209-599-2112 or email Assemblymember.Flora@assembly.ca.gov.

TURLOCK

What: Stanislaus State Athletics Crab Feed

When: Saturday, 5:30 p.m.

Where: Fitzpatrick Arena, Stanislaus State, 1 University Circle

Info: Hosted by Stanislaus State Athletic Department, all-you-can-eat crab, salad, pasta and bread. $75, $850 reserved table of 10, VIP sponsor opportunities for $1,500. All proceeds benefit the Warrior Athletics Scholarship Fund. For more information or to purchase tickets call 209-667-3016 or visit warriorsathletics.com.

WATERFORD

What: Free Car Seat Checks

When: Saturday, 9 a.m. to Noon

Where: Waterford High School, 121 S Reinway Ave.

Info: Safe Kids Stanislaus, Doctors Medical Center and Stanislaus County Police Activities League are hosting a free car seat checks Please Bring: Car seat, child who rides in the seat, child seat instruction manual (if possible) and vehicle owner's manual (if possible). Expectant mothers welcome, plan on spending approximately 45 minutes per car seat. For more information contact Krista Deans at 209-576-3569 or email krista.deans@tenethealth.com.