Around the Region (04/06/16)
MODESTO
What: Bark for Life fundraiser
When: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Petsmart 2100 McHenry Ave.
Info: Bark For Life is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Organizers invite folks to bring their dog and “celebrate cancer survivors and honor the care-giving qualities of our canine friends”. The event includes a walk, music, food/treats (for pooches and their humans), games, canine contests, Sheriff’s K-9 Unit demonstration, free samples, grooming, adoption information and rescue groups. For more information, contact Nancy Breshears at 209-614-2585 or nnn52@yahoo.com.
What: Democratic Women’s Club meeting
When: Saturday, 11 a.m.
Where: Denny’s, 1525 McHenry Ave.
Info: Guest speaker Seena Rhina, president of the Stanislaus County League of Women Voters, will speak about current League activities, and the League's position on water use issues both locally and statewide. For more information contact Patty Hughes, 209-303-4042 or or email DemWomensClub@gmail.com.
TURLOCK
What: Sunshine Club weekly luncheons
When: Mondays, at 1:30 p.m.
Where: Waffle Shop, 1601 Main St.,
Info: The Sunshine Club is a support group for both men and women who have lost a loved-one. Meet new friends who understand what suddenly being alone really means. For the month of April, the group meets every Monday for a no-host lunch. For information, contact Darlene 209-668-6792.
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YESTERYEARS
40 YEARS AGO: The Modesto City Council, on a 4-3 vote, decided it would determine the city’s possible responsibility for a sewer problem reported by Andy and JoAnn Dyk. The residents asked the city to remove a Modesto Ash, whose roots were possible interfering with their home's sewer line. However the Parks Department rejected their request and then mayor Lee H. Davies supported the city's responsibilities for anything above ground and not below.
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This story was originally published April 5, 2016 at 12:05 PM with the headline "Around the Region (04/06/16)."