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Kids fun, melodious mix for autism and Roaring ’20s on tap courtesy Modesto high schools Saturday


An autism awareness concert is among activities offered by Modesto high schools Saturday.
An autism awareness concert is among activities offered by Modesto high schools Saturday.

Modesto high schools will put the welcome mat out for the community Saturday, offering kids activities in the morning, a musical moment for autism awareness in the afternoon and a 1920s-themed concert, complete with student-made silent film, in the evening.

Start out at Johansen High School for Fun in the Sun Day from 9 a.m. to noon behind the school gym, 641 Norseman Drive. Education and Human Development Academy seniors planned the event, featuring sports, crafts, snacks and more, for children 5 to 12. Registration is $15. Find the required form at http://ow.ly/M2iuV.

Next, head to Enochs High School for the 2015 Autism Awareness Concert from noon to 2 p.m., in the school’s outdoor quad, 3201 Sylvan Ave. The event is sponsored by the school’s Pura Vida Club and will feature Josh Rosenblum, Max Minardi and student bands, as well as family games on the lawn. Cost is $5; children through age 10 are free with an adult.

Finish the day at Johansen High’s “The Roarin’ Twenties: A 1920s Concert Experience” at 7:30 p.m. at the State Theatre, 1307 J St. The event will feature a 71/2-minute silent movie, complete with an original score, created by Johansen students. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students and are available through the State Theatre box office, www.thestate.org.

This story was originally published April 24, 2015 at 4:56 PM with the headline "Kids fun, melodious mix for autism and Roaring ’20s on tap courtesy Modesto high schools Saturday."

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