Meetings, club events in and around Modesto (02/07/20)
MODESTO
What: Ballet classes for children on the Autism Spectrum
When: Saturdays, 9-10:15 a.m.
Where: Central West Ballet studio, 5039 Pentecost Drive, B2
Info: Children ages 6-12 will learn to explore dance and movement while making friends in a fun, non-judgmental environment. Classes are taught by a certified instructor; learning group size will be four students to one “buddy” dancer with a limited number of groups. Ages 6-8 meet 9:45-10:15 a.m. and ages 9-12 meet 9-9:45 a.m. Registration is $30 and classes are $30 month; open policy, come and go as you need. Call 209-576-8957 or visit www.centralwestballet.org.
What: Whist Card Party
When: Monday, 1 p.m.
Where: St Stanislaus Church Hall, at 8th and K streets
Info: The Saint Isabel Society is sponsoring a whist card party that is open to the public. The cost is $3 per player and refreshment will be served. Questions, call Rose Silva King 209-529-4933.
What: Valentines for Veterans
When: Deadline: Monday, Feb. 10
Where: Rep. Harder’s Modesto office, 4701 Sisk Road, Suite 202
Info: Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) invites his neighbors throughout the Central Valley to join him in making valentines to deliver to area veterans. The event gives local schools, families, individuals, businesses and other organizations the opportunity to make valentines to show our ongoing appreciation for the service of our veterans. Rep. Harder will collect the valentines and distribute them to veterans through partner organizations including the Pacific Heroes Project as well as local American Legion and VFW chapters in advance of Valentine’s Day. Valentines may be mailed or hand-delivered to Rep. Harder’s Modesto office or call 209-579-5458 or visit harder.house.gov.
What: Veterans Pathway to Citizenship Workshop
When: Thursday, Feb. 13, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Modesto Library, 1500 I St.
Info: Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces, who are not U.S. citizens, are invited to a citizenship workshop at the Modesto Library. Free, individual legal assistance to veterans and their families seeking citizenship and/or naturalization will be available at this workshop. Veterans may be eligible for expedited citizenship because of their military service. Advance registration is required. Visit https://conta.cc/2rVSfCW to sign up. Questions, contact the CalVet Minority Veterans Division at MinorityVeterans@calvet.ca.gov or 916-651-3054 or call the libary at 209-558-7814 or visit www.stanislauslibrary.org, under the “Events and Classes” tab.
MURPHYS
What: Play: "Proof"
When: Feb. 14-March 8
Where: Murphys Creek Theatre, 580 S Algiers St.
Info: The Murphys Creek Theater invites the public to author David Auburn's play "Proof," directed by Todd Thomas. "Proof" wanders into the notes left behind by a brilliant mathematician. Check website for days and time. Tickets, $28 general admission; seniors $22; students $12 and children under age 12 $10. Call 209-728-8422 or email info@murphyscreektheatre.org or visit murphyscreektheatre.org.
SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY
What: Maddy Institute: “Wonderful Public Service Fellowship”
When: Due: Friday, Feb. 28
Where: Online
Info: The Maddy Institute will award two $56,000 fellowships to valley students who are accepted into a nationally ranked, qualified graduate program in the fall of 2020. This fellowship, now in its sixth year, is made possible by a gift from philanthropists and entrepreneurs Lynda and Stewart Resnick, co-owners of The Wonderful Company. Questions, contact Mark Keppler at 559-278-1133 or email mkeppler@csufresno.edu or visit www.maddyinstitute.com.
SONORA
What: Columbia Big Band Jazz Festival Concert Series
When: Saturday, 2 p.m.
Where: Columbia College, 11600 Columbia College Drive
Info: Columbia College Music Department invites the public to its Big Band Jazz Festival Concert Series. The concert will feature new guest artist, trumpeter Chris Barnes. Tickets are $18 and are available at the Mountain Bookshop or the college bookstore at 209-588-5126 or email Rod Harris harrisr@yosemite.edu or visit facebook.com/CCJazzArtistSeries.
TURLOCK
What: Sunshine Club weekly luncheon
When: Mondays, 1 p.m.
Where: Applebees 2501 Fulkerth Road
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. Darlene at 209-668-6792.
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75 YEARS AGO: It was reported at print time for The Modesto Bee evening edition that only 431 ballots were cast in the Modesto Irrigation District elections. There were three contests. Division 2: Walter Scoon was opposed by Frank Andrews; in Divisions 3 and 4 were Gerritt Venemen and Luther D. Thompson.
This story was originally published February 6, 2020 at 9:10 AM with the headline "Meetings, club events in and around Modesto (02/07/20)."