Around the Region (4/4/15)
Modesto
What: HOME AND GARDEN SALE EVENT
When: Friday, April 10, 10 a.m.
Where: American Cancer Society Discovery Shop, 3440 McHenry Ave., Suite A-12
Info: The American Cancer Society Discovery Shop is holding its annual Home and Garden Event featuring live plants of many varieties, including dish gardens and live art. Shop hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays; and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. All profits go to research and patient services. For more information, call (209) 544-9279.
What: SCIENCE PRESENTATION
When: Friday, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Modesto Junior College West Campus, Sierra Hall 132, 2201 Blue Gum Ave.
Info: The Modesto Area Partners in Science will offer a presentation on “Ocean Acidification: The Other CO2 Problem,” by Tessa Hill, associate professor and chancellor’s fellow in Earth and planetary sciences at UC Davis. The presentation will explore the basics of ocean acidification and share research on its impact on marine ecosystems. The free program is intended for those over 12 years of age. For more information, call MJC professor Noah Hughes at (209) 575-6800 or go to http://maps.events.mjc.edu.
What: SCHOLARSHIP BUS TRIP FUNDRAISER
When: April 17-18, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Info: The Beyer High School Alumni Association is hosting a Reno Fun Bus fundraising trip to raise money for a scholarship to benefit a current or future Beyer High School student. BYO drinks on the bus, food tickets available and gambling coupons upon arrival at the Silver Legacy. Cost is $50 for bus ride; $60 for bus ride plus a steak or chicken burrito bag. For more information, go to www.beyerhighalumniassociation.com.
Ceres
What: VOLUNTEER TAX PREPARATION
When: Monday, 1 to 5 p.m.
Where: Ceres Community Center Computer Lab, 2701 Fourth St.
Info: State Controller Betty T. Yee will host free individualized tax preparation through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program for people with household incomes of $53,000 or less. Sen. Anthony Cannella will co-host. Help will be available in English and Spanish from IRS-certified volunteer tax preparers. Appointments are required; call (209) 581-9827.
Oakdale
What: WOMEN’S CONNECTION LUNCHEON
When: Thursday, noon to 1:45 p.m.
Where: Papapolloni, 1214 W. F St.
Info: The Oakdale Women’s Connection luncheon will feature Jennifer Rose, owner of Cowgirl Couture Clothing Store, offering “Designer Jeans, Boots and Accessories.” The guest speaker will be Barbara Carr, preschool teacher, educator and developer of Black Studies. Carr will describe her journey to overcome depression and stand up to greater accomplishments. Lunch and program cost $18; reservations appreciated. For more information or to make a reservation to attend, call Barbara at (209) 847-5605 or Dierdra at (209) 844-5043.
What: BUNKO NIGHT
When: Friday, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Oakdale Grange Hall, 30 Lambuth Ave.
Info: The Oakdale Grange is hosting a bunco night. Donation to play is $10. Refreshments are provided. For more information, call Michelle at (209) 838-7421 or Pat at (209) 556-8524.
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YESTERYEARS
100 YEARS AGO: A return engagement of the show “Everywoman” would be at the Modesto Theater on April 6. The show featured a 150-piece orchestra that traveled the country.
This story was originally published April 3, 2015 at 4:49 PM with the headline "Around the Region (4/4/15)."