AROUND THE REGION

Modesto

What: ALZHEIMER’S WORKSHOP

When: Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Where: Alzheimer/Dementia Support Center, 700 McHenry Ave., Suite B

Info: “The Art of Caregiving” workshop will be led by Frances Kakugaway, author and caregiver, featuring a caregiving lecture and poetry, resources information and a book signing. Respite care at no charge will be available on site. Seating is limited. The workshop is co-sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association and the Alzheimer/Dementia Support Center Inc. For more information or to register to attend, call (209) 577-0018.

What: MANSION OPEN HOUSE

When: Wednesday, noon to 4 p.m.

Where: McHenry Mansion, 924 15th St.

Info: The McHenry Mansion is holding a gift store open house. Christmas has arrived at the gift store, and the public is invited to sample teas while browsing the variety of items for sale. For more information, call (209) 549-0428.

Oakdale

What: VETERANS APPRECIATION DAY

When: Tuesday, 1 p.m.

Where: William A. Fish Veterans Park, Pontiac Street and Cliffwood Way

Info: The program for a day of remembrance and appreciation for veterans includes guest speakers, music and an open-mike session for those wishing to share. Seating is limited. The event is sponsored by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2922 of Oakdale and co-sponsored by the city of Oakdale.

Riverbank

What: PUPPET ART THEATER

When: Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.

Where: Riverbank branch of the Stanislaus County Library, 3442 Santa Fe St.

Info: Puppet Art Theater will perform an “updated, zany version” of “The Boy Who Cried Wolf.” Children and families can watch as this interactive puppet show brings to life this classic tale, complete with audience participation. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Riverbank Library. For more information, call the Riverbank library at (209) 869-7008.

Escalon

What: ACCORDIAN MUSIC AND SOCIAL

When: Wednesday, 7 p.m.

Where: Escalon Community Center, 1055 Escalon Ave.

Info: The Good Time Accordion Club holds its monthly music and social event. Accordion fans and accordionists of all levels are welcome. Admission is $5 at the door. The club meets the second Wednesday of each month. For more information, call Gayle Certini at (209) 526-3627.

Ripon

What: VETERANS DAY OBSERVANCE

When: Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Veterans Wall and Museum, First and Locust streets

Info: This annual Veterans Day observance is hosted by American Legion Post 190 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1051. The event will recognize “The Cold War Veterans,” with colors presented by Ripon High School’s JROTC. Guest speakers will include a representative from Assemblywoman Kristin Olsen’s office and retired Army Lt. Col. Patrick Dun.

Atwater

What: AIRCRAFT DEDICATION

When: Tuesday, 9 a.m. gates open

Where: Castle Air Museum, 5050 Santa Fe Drive

Info: A grand dedication will be held for a Douglas VC-9 presidential aircraft recently moved to the museum site. The ceremony dedicating the aircraft will take place at 10 a.m., with tours of the aircraft available from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tours cost $10 per person. For more information, call the museum at (209) 723-2178.

Merced

What: BIRDING OUTING

When: Today, 3:30 p.m.

Where: Merced National Wildlife Reserve, Sandy Mush Road

Info: The Central Sierra Audubon Society is hosting a birding outing to view the sandhill cranes returning at dusk. The trip will be led by Barry Boulton. It is open to the public, and beginning birders, including children, are welcome. For more information, call (209) 532-1106.

YESTERYEARS

100 YEARS AGO: The Modesto High School boys basketball team defeated Ripon High School, 83-12. The contest was held at the Christian Association gymnasium.

This story was originally published November 7, 2014 at 5:47 PM with the headline "AROUND THE REGION."