Around the Region (04/01/16)
MODESTO
What: Fashion show fundraiser
When: Saturday, 11:30 a.m. lunch, 1 p.m. show
Where: Seasons Catering, 945 McHenry Ave.
Info: Modesto Republican Women Federated event. Fashions by Chico’s. Tickets are $25. Call 209-847-1625 by Friday.
What: Cat Network of Stanislaus hosts low-cost spay and neuter clinics for feral and stray cats.
When: Monday
Where: 201 Maze Blvd.
Info: Low-income cat owners may qualify, too. Cost: $25 and up Call: 209-735-0604 for appointments. www.catnetworkofstanislaus.org
TURLOCK
What: Healthy Aging Association free balance program
When: Mondays starting April 4, 10 a.m. to noon
Where: United Samaritans Foundation, 220 S. Broadway
Info: For adults age 60 and up. Do you have concerns about falling or know someone who does? The Healthy Aging Association has opened free registrations for its award-winning program “A Matter Of Balance,” designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. Classes are held once a week for eight weeks for two hours each. Registration is free. For more information or to sign up, call Kim Viviano, program manager, at 209-523-2800.
What: Turlock Garden Club’s fourth annual Spring Garden Tour
When: April 23, 9 a.m to 2 p.m.
Where: Turlock and Hilmar – seven gardens and a surprise
Info: Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for children. Tickets can be purchased at The Greenery nursery in Turlock, Westurf Nursery in Modesto and Morris Nursery in Riverbank. Large maps and programs will be available at the homes. For more information, call Holli at 209-620-0406.
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YESTERYEARS
75 YEARS AGO: W. Coburn Cook, secretary of the 38th District Agricultural Association, announced that $30,000 was allocated by the state department of finance for the building fund of the Stanislaus District Fair and Horse Show. The $30,000 was to be allocated for building projects at the fair, such as additional water and sewer lines, fencing of the grounds and other improvements yet to be determined.
This story was originally published March 31, 2016 at 3:09 PM with the headline "Around the Region (04/01/16)."