Meetings, club events in and around Modesto (12/20/19)

MODESTO

What: Shelter Cove Christmas Experience

When: Through Tuesday

Where: Shelter Cove Church, 4242 Coffee Road

Info: Shelter Cove Community Church presents a program that will take visitors back through time to find the ultimate Christmas gift. Visitors will be able to enjoy music, drama, special effects and more. Additional shows include: Sunday, 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.; Monday, 7 p.m.; and Tuesday, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Admission is free, but attendees will need to obtain tickets for the event at www.sheltercovelive.com/experiencechristmas. Questions, call 209-567-3200.

What: McHenry Mansion Candlelight Tours

When: Sunday, 5:30 p.m.

Where: McHenry Mansion, 906 15th St.

Info: The McHenry Mansion will hold two opportunities to tour the mansion at night, either with a candle or with a gaslight. It is a self-guided walk-through of the Victorian home in 19th Century Christmas decor. Period activities will be demonstrated, along with live music and desert served in the basement. Tickets are $7 and may be purchased at the McHenry Visitor Center & Gift Store at 924 15th St. Call 209-549-0428 or visit www.mchenrymansion.org.

ANGELS CAMP

What: Angels Camp Downtown: “Angels Night Out”

When: Saturday, 5-8 p.m.

Where: Downtown Angels Camp, Main Street (Golden Chain HWY 49)

Info: The Angels Camp Business Association invites surrounding communities to its, “Angels Night Out” event. Visitors can enjoy live music, local food, activities and more in Historic Downtown Angels Camp. Questions, call 209-736-1333 or visit http://www.angelscampbusiness.com/ or email info@angelscampbusiness.com.

DENAIR

What: Best of Turlock Awards Ceremony & Dinner

When: Thursday, Jan. 23, 2020, 6-8:30 p.m.

Where: Larsa Banquet Hall, 2107 E. Monte Vista Ave.

Info: The Turlock Chamber of Commerce presents the 50th annual Best of Turlock awards. Tickets are $50. Questions, contact the Turlock Chamber at 209-632-2221.

NEWMAN

What: Candlelight Vigil in remembrance of Cpl. Ronil Singh

When: Thursday, Dec. 26, 6 p.m.

Where: Newman Downtown Plaza

Info: The citizens of Newman and surrounding areas are welcome to walk in remembrance of Newman officer, Cpl. Ronil Singh. A balloon release will begin the vigil in the downtown plaza and will be followed by a walking vigil to the corner of Merced Street and Eucalyptus Ave. Questions, call the Newman Police business line at 209-862-2902 or email npd@cityofnewman.com.

SONORA

What: Stanislaus National Forest Roads and Trails Closed

When: Until Monday, April 14, 2020

Where: Maps: go.usa.gov

Info: Seasonal road and trail closures on the Stanislaus National Forest will remain in effect. The free STF Motor Vehicle Use Map, or MVUM, indicates which roads and trails will be closed and may be picked up at any ranger district office, or by visiting STF’s maps webpage at http://go.usa.gov/x8ysh. In addition to road closures, many motorized trails at elevations of 3,000 feet and higher closed Dec. 16 for the season. Roads and motorized trails in below 3,000 feet are open all year. Questions, call Stanislaus NF Supervisor’s Office: 209-532-3671 or Calaveras Ranger District: 209-795-1381 or Groveland Ranger District 209-962-7825 or Summit Ranger District at 209-965-3434.

TURLOCK

What: Sunshine Club weekly luncheon

When: Mondays, 1 p.m.

Where: IHOP, 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. Info: Darlene at 209-668-6792.

75 YEARS AGO: It was noted that the next day would be the shortest day of the year. The Winter Solstice began at 4:15 p.m., when the sun was to have been at its lowest point. The next day would only see 9 hours and 20 minutes of daylight.

This story was originally published December 19, 2019 at 10:28 AM with the headline "Meetings, club events in and around Modesto (12/20/19)."