Stanislaus County News & Notes (4/22/15)
CHAMBER RECRUITS NEXT LEADERSHIP CLASS
The Modesto Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for the 2015-16 Leadership Modesto program. The goal of the program is to identify and foster new and potential leaders through a 10-month program that instills knowledge and understanding of the many facets of community life and leadership. Leadership Modesto also provides an opportunity for participants to exchange ideas, discuss local and regional issues and begin the self-development required to assume leadership roles. Through the year, participants will be exposed to local business, arts and culture, nonprofit organizations, public safety, education and more. The program features a weekend retreat, which helps the class bond. Applications are encouraged from all segments of the community, including business, professional services, government, education, civic organizations, the arts and labor. To learn more or download the application, visit www.modchamber.org/programs-events/leadership-modesto. Applications are due by May 15. For more information, contact Natalie Nielsen at (209) 577-5757.
MJC, COLUMBIA OFFER CLASSES AT HIGH SIERRA INSTITUTE
Registration opens today for Columbia College and Modesto Junior College summer courses at the High Sierra Institute in the heart of the Sierra Nevada. Instruction runs from June to September and includes one- to three-unit courses in biology, art, creative writing, philosophy and photography, to name a few. Lodging is free and students bring their own food. The High Sierra Institute is based at historic Baker Station, which sits at 6,200 feet at the foot of Sonora Pass in the Stanislaus National Forest. The wide range of college courses employ experiential learning, where participants apply academic concepts to place and experience. Classes are held in the field, outside at HSI, in the social hall, truck shed or in the Cook House dining room. For more information and a full list of course offerings, visit www.highsierrainstitute.org.
ART, MUSIC EVENT SUPPORTS MENTAL HEALTH
The Modesto Art & Music Extravaganza will be held at Tenth Street Plaza on Saturday to serve as a kickoff for the statewide Mental Health Matters campaign. Billed as “Good for the Mind & Soul,” the free event will include custom cars, an art show, speakers and dancing. Music will be provided by Big Earl & The Cryin’ Shame, The Pendletons, Rob Hill, Patty Davis and DJ Savage Salvador. All ages and families are welcome. Featured activities and viewings will include custom cars, a live art show, speakers and dancing. For more information, call Peer Recovery Art Project, (209) 581-1695.
This story was originally published April 21, 2015 at 2:27 PM with the headline "Stanislaus County News & Notes (4/22/15)."