Around the Region (03/13/15)
Modesto
What: NEW STUDENT DAY
When: Saturday, 8 a.m.
Where: Modesto Junior College East Campus, Performing and Media Arts Center, 435 College Ave.
Info: The Modesto Junior College New Student Day will feature an enrollment opportunity for high school seniors, workshops on PiratesNet access and campus tours. Additional sessions and information for parents will be offered. The event is free. For more information, call (209) 575-6789.
What: STEP INTO SPRING BUNCO
When: Thursday, 6 p.m.
Where: McHenry Museum, 1402 I St.
Info: The McHenry Museum Guild is hosting a fundraising bunco party. It will include a light supper, prizes and a special drawing. Cost is $20 per person. Space is limited. For more information, call (209) 678-8992 or email pheckendorf@gmail.com.
What: ENDING CULTURE OF VIOLENCE AT SCHOOLS
When: Thursday, 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Martin G. Petersen Education Center, 720 12th St.
Info: A panel discussion on “Ending the Culture of Violence on School and College Campuses” will feature local public safety officials, college representatives and mental health professionals. It is coordinated by the American Association of University Women and sponsored by the Stanislaus County Office of Education, League of Women Voters and International Society for Key Women Educators. For more information, email endcultureofviolence@gmail.com.
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YESTERYEARS
75 YEARS AGO: The Oakdale Garden Club adopted a five-year planting plan of oak trees at its meeting in the Dorado Clubhouse. The club also voted to talk with the planning commission of the Oakdale Chamber of Commerce in an effort to interest the commission in the planting project.
This story was originally published March 12, 2015 at 6:27 PM with the headline "Around the Region (03/13/15)."