ETE modular trains in motion
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Tracy Historical Museum, 1141 Adam St.
DETAILS: The display continues Sundays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through Sept. 17.
COST: Free
INFO: 832-7278
Home winemaking workshop
WHEN: 2 to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Delicato Vineyards tasting room, Highway 99 and French Camp Road, in Manteca
DETAILS: Those looking to hone their winemaking skills can drop by for a free workshop. Reservations are suggested.
INFO: Jane Schwartz, 824-3401 or jane.schwartz@delicato.com
Celebrate V.J. Day
WHEN: 2 p.m. registration, 6 p.m. dinner and ceremonies
WHERE: Lexington Hotel, 110 W. Fremont St., in Stockton
DETAILS: All are welcome to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the surrender of Japan in World War II with U.S. military veterans, who will be honored for their service and sacrifice.
COST: $40
INFO: Charles Norton, 835-2073
Monday, Sept. 6
Labor Day Tuesday, Sept. 7
Academy opens its doors
WHEN: 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
WHERE: New Guidance Academy, 3776 W. Grant Line Road
DETAILS: Kindergarten and first-grade students will start the year at the private elementary school designed to use dance, music, drama and visual arts to foster student proficiency in California education standards.
INFO: 879-9354
Thursday, Sept. 9
Entrepreneurship workshop
WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.
WHERE: Tracy Chamber of Commerce, 223 E. 10th St.
DETAILS: Attendees will learn about legal regulations, financing and resources for starting a business and will receive a copy of the guide “Starting and Operating a Small Business.” Those who will attend should register by phone.
COST: $15
INFO: 835-2131, info@tracychamber.org or www.tracychamber.org
Senior focus group
WHEN: 1:30 to 3 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m.
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 E. Ninth St.
DETAILS: Senior citizens are invited to share ideas for classes, events and other programs during either of two sessions.
COST: Free
INFO: 831-4230
Friday, Sept. 10
Diabetes support group
WHEN: Noon, second Friday of each month
WHERE: Healthy Connections, 35 E. 10th St.
DETAILS: Meet other people with diabetes along with an educator in a relaxed environment to share and learn about coping with the disease.
COST: Free
INFO: 832-3432
RV monthly campout
WHEN: Sept. 10 through 12
WHERE: Gold Stone RV Park in San Andreas
DETAILS: Join Big Valley Sam’s RV Club for the RV monthly campout with activities and a potluck dinner Saturday night and lots of sightseeing in the foothills.
COST: Nightly camp fees
INFO: Ernie Reece, 239-2296
Saturday, Sept. 11
2010 Bean Run
WHEN: 8 a.m.; same-day registration, 6 a.m. at City Hall
WHERE: Starts in downtown Tracy; ends at Lincoln Park
DETAILS: This 5- or 10-kilometer run includes awards for first- through third-place finishers in each age group, a T-shirt and refreshments after the race.
COST: $20 pre-registration; $25 day of race
INFO: Tracy Chamber of Commerce, 835-2131 or www.tracychamber.org; or www.active.com
Tracy Dry Bean Festival
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
WHERE: Downtown Tracy
DETAILS: The annual celebration of local legumes will feature a children’s craft area, games and vendors, four stages of entertainment and an expansive Bean Town pavilion with tastings and beans for purchase.
INFO: 835-2131 or www.tracybeanfestival.com
Bean festival car show
WHEN: During the Tracy Dry Bean Festival
WHERE: 10th Street in downtown Tracy
DETAILS: The Tracy Chamber of Commerce invites owners of classic cars, hot rods, motorcycles and low riders to sign up for a show that will add some shine to the Tracy Dry Bean Festival. Register to join the day in the sun through the Tracy Chamber, 223 E. 10th St., Tracy CA 95376; or at East and 10th streets the day of the festival.
COST: $30
Anniversary weekend at the Grand
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: The downtown arts center will celebrate its fourth anniversary with a show by comedian John Heffron, art activities and demonstrations, an open house and tours.
INFO: www.atthegrand.org or 831-6858
Historical exhibit opens
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: In collaboration with the community, the Grand galleries will display photographs, objects and memorabilia from Tracy’s history in a Centennial Celebration Historical Exhibition.
INFO: William Wilson, 831-6278 or william.wilson@ci.tracy.ca.us
Hearts of Harvest
WHEN: 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Mount Oso Vineyards — call 914-0475 for more details
DETAILS: Children with heart disease will benefit from this wine tasting, dinner and auction fundraiser. Founded by local parents of a child with heart disease, Hearts of Harvest has been helping area families deal with their children’s illnesses for the past seven years.
INFO: www.heartsofharvest.org
John Heffron Live at the Grand
WHEN: 8 to 10 p.m.
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: This adults-only (18-and-older) show will feature John Heffron, winner of “Last Comic Standing,” whose Comedy Central show gets frequent air time on that station and who also has appeared on “The Tonight Show” and in three comedy CDs. His online radio show, “Class Clown,” can be found at www.nowlive.com.
COST: $25 to $65
INFO: www.atthegrand.org or 831-6858
Sunday, Sept. 12
Tracy Dry Bean Festival
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
WHERE: Downtown Tracy
DETAILS: The annual celebration of local legumes will feature a children’s craft area, games and vendors, four stages of entertainment and an expansive Bean Town Pavilion with tastings and beans for purchase.
INFO: 835-2131 or www.tracybeanfestival.com
Bean festival chili cook-off
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Central Avenue, between Ninth and 10th streets
DETAILS: Contestants will cook up pots of chili including beans provided by the festival. Prizes will be awarded at 2 p.m., and spectators can sample the chili after judging. Complete rules can be found online.
INFO: 835-2131 or www.tracybeanfestival.com
Monday, Sept. 13
Meeting for prospective foster parents
WHEN: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Human Services Agency, 102 S. San Joaquin St., in Stockton
DETAILS: This is an orientation and informational meeting for prospective foster parents to be licensed by the San Joaquin County Human Services Agency.
INFO: 465-5437 or www.sjgov.org/hsa/
Grandparents Day ice cream social
WHEN: 1:30 to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 E. Ninth St.
DETAILS: Frozen treats and activities will highlight this gathering to celebrate being a grandparent. Grandchildren are invited to take part.
COST: Free
INFO: 831-4230
Tuesday, Sept. 14
Networking coffee
WHEN: 8 to 10 a.m.; second Tuesday of each month (locations vary)
WHERE: Benham Accounting, 68 E. 11th St., Ste. 101
DETAILS: Chamber members and guests are invited to network over a light breakfast.
INFO: Sofia, 835-2131
Diabetes support group
WHEN: 9 a.m., second Tuesday of each month
WHERE: Healthy Connections, 35 E. 10th St.
DETAILS: Meet other people with diabetes along with an educator in a relaxed environment to share and learn about coping with the disease.
COST: Free
INFO: 832-3432
United Way kick-off
WHEN: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: Alex G. Spanos Center, University of the Pacific, 3061 Pacific Ave., in Stockton
DETAILS: This buffet lunch will help the San Joaquin County chapter of the United Way start the fundraising effort for its community impact fund, which each year helps charities all over the county.
COST: $25 a person, $300 a table
INFO: 320-6206 or dng@unitedwaysjc.org
Congressional candidate speaks
WHEN: 6 p.m.
WHERE: Chez Shari Restaurant, 305 N. Union Road, in Manteca
DETAILS: David Harmer, a Republican who is challenging Democrat Rep. Jerry McNerney for the 11th Congressional District seat, will speak along with Mike Berryhill, a GOP-er running in the 18th District. The event is sponsored by the South San Joaquin County Republicans.
COST: Free to attend
INFO: Frank Aquila, 825-0123
Wednesday, Sept. 15
Family caregiver education
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 E. Ninth St.
DETAILS: Those who care for aging parents or other relatives are invited to share questions and learn more about how to handle the challenges and responsibilities. Today’s topic is Medicare 101.
COST: Free
Meeting for prospective foster parents
WHEN: 4 to 6 p.m.
WHERE: Cesar Chavez Central Library, Stewart-Hazelton Room, 605 N. El Dorado St., in Stockton
DETAILS: This is an orientation and informational meeting for prospective foster parents to be licensed by the San Joaquin County Human Services Agency.
INFO: 465-5437 or www.sjgov.org/hsa/
Thursday, Sept. 16
Diabetes support group
WHEN: 6 p.m., third Thursday of each month
WHERE: Healthy Connections, 35 E. 10th St.
DETAILS: Meet other people with diabetes along with an educator in a relaxed environment to share and learn about coping with the disease.
COST: Free
INFO: 832-3432
Friday, Sept. 17
ETE modular train show ends
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Tracy Historical Museum, 1141 Adam St.
DETAILS: Last day of the display, which began Sept. 4
COST: Free
INFO: 832-7278
St. Bernard’s Parish Fall Festival begins
WHEN: 5 to 10 p.m.; continues 12:30 to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
WHERE: St. Bernard’s church grounds, 163 W. Eaton Ave.; and Holy Family Center, 12100 W. Valpico Road
DETAILS: Free entertainment, silent auctions, games for children and adults, foods of all types, a family dinner and bingo will be on tap during this annual celebration. A live auction and dinner at the Holy Family Center will begin at 12:30 p.m. Saturday
COST: Free admission; dinner-auction reservations, $50
INFO: 835-4560
Saturday, Sept. 18
Children’s Dance Showcase
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: Dance students will perform favorite acts from past years.
INFO: www.atthegrand.org or 831-6858
Wednesday, Sept. 22
Senior center dance
WHEN: 4 to 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 E. Ninth St.
DETAILS: Men and women age 55 and older are invited to dress up and take a friend for an evening of dancing and fun. Music and snacks will set the mood.
COST: $5
INFO: 831-4230
Friday, Sept. 24
Last day to sign up for Kids in a Box
WHEN: 4 p.m. Oct. 1 through 8 a.m. Oct. 2
WHERE: St. Bernard’s Catholic School, 163 W. Eaton Ave.
DETAILS: For this annual fundraiser, more than 300 girls and boys will camp out in decorated cardboard boxes with a goal of raising $30,000 in donations for Tracy’s McHenry House Family Shelter. Participants can sign up using a form available on the Kids in a Box website; space is limited to the first 350. Forms should be returned to the St. Bernard’s office, 163 W. Eaton Ave., between 8 and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or to the McHenry House office at 739 A St.
COST: Each participant must raise at least $50 in donations.
INFO: McHenry House Family Shelter, 835-2328; or kibtracy@gmail.com
Taste of Tracy
WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m.
WHERE: Civic Center Plaza
DETAILS: Local restaurants will serve samples of their cuisine, wineries will pour and Spanish Nights will provide live music.
COST: $10 for seven food and three wine tastings
INFO: 831-6858
Main Street Jazz Presents
WHEN: 8 p.m.
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: The Grand lobbies will be transformed into a jazz nightclub as nu-class jazz band Panthelion, with Tracy’s Jeff Bordes, performs. Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be available.
INFO: www.atthegrand.org or 831-6858
Saturday, Sept. 25
Break the Silence on Domestic Violence walk
WHEN: 9:30 a.m.; registration from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
WHERE: Begins at Starbucks Coffee, 1857 W. 11th St., in the Safeway shopping center.
DETAILS: This eighth annual walk will benefit the Women’s Center of San Joaquin County.
COST: $10 registration
INFO: www.womenscentersjc.org or 941-2611
Citywide garage sale
WHEN: 8 a.m. to noon
WHERE: Throughout Tracy’s east side
DETAILS: Households east of Tracy Boulevard will host garage and yard sales during this citywide event sponsored by the public works department.
INFO: 831-4331
Tracy High Class of ’90 reunion
WHEN: 6 p.m.
WHERE: Windmill Ridge Winery, 8350 W. Linne Road
DETAILS: The 20th reunion of the Tracy High School Class of 1990 is on tap. Join fellow Bulldogs for a cocktail hour, dinner, dancing and lots of story-sharing. Dinner and nonalcoholic beverages are included in the cost of the reunion, and there will be a no-host bar for alcohol. Visit www.tracyhigh1990.myevent.com for details.
INFO: thsclassof90@yahoo.com
Sunday, Sept. 26
Daylight saving time ends
DETAILS: Turn clocks back one hour at 2 a.m. or before bedtime Saturday, Sept. 25.
Tracy Hills Wine & Music Festival
WHEN: Noon to 5 p.m.
WHERE: La Bonne Vie Cellars, 29181 S. Lehman Road; Ramon Rios Winery, 8458 W. Linne Road; and Windmill Ridge Winery, 8350 W. Linne Road
DETAILS: The three wineries of the Tracy Hills Growers and Vintners Association will host their third annual day of wine tasting, music and food.
COST: Free entry; event glasses, $20 to 25
INFO: www.labonneviecellars.com, rrwinery.com or windmillridgewinery.com
Thursday, Sept. 30
‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ opens
WHEN: Through Oct. 3
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: Blanche DuBois, an aging Southern debutante, arrives at her sister Stella’s home in New Orleans hoping to start a new life after losing her ancestral mansion, her job and her reputation.
COST: $15
INFO: www.atthegrand.org or 831-6858
Friday, Oct. 1
Senior fashion show
WHEN: 1 to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 E. Ninth St.
DETAILS: Dress Barn has teamed up with Lolly Hansen Senior Center for a showcase of the coming season’s fashions. Vendors will offer beauty and fashion wares.
COST: Free
INFO: 831-4230
Kids in a Box
WHEN: 4 p.m. Friday through 8 a.m. Saturday
WHERE: St. Bernard’s Catholic School, 163 W. Eaton Ave.
DETAILS: For this annual fundraiser, more than 300 girls and boys will camp out in decorated cardboard boxes with a goal of raising $30,000 in donations for Tracy’s McHenry House Family Shelter.
COST: Each participant must raise at least $50.
INFO: McHenry House Family Shelter, 835-2328; www.tracykib.com; or kibtracy@gmail.com
Saturday, Oct. 2
Wayne Nelson Golf Tournament
WHEN: Noon to 8 p.m.
WHERE: The Reserve at Spanos Park, 6301 W. Eight Mile Road, in Stockton
DETAILS: The Tracy African American Association will host its annual Wayne Nelson Academic Scholarship Golf Tournament fundraiser. The group has awarded more than $62,000 in college scholarships to date. Entry fee includes lunch, dinner, cart and greens fees, trophies and prizes.
COST: $139 per golfer; $40 dinner only
INFO: Registration, James Atkins, 610-3515; sponsorship, Nate Terry, 601-6311; or www.taaa.net
Sunday, Oct. 3
U Need 2 Raiders trip
WHERE: Oakland Coliseum, Oakland
DETAILS: U Need 2, a Tracy-based nonprofit that helps give kids computer and technical skills for the future, will take kids on a trip to see the Oakland Raiders play the Houston Texans. Tickets are discounted, and a portion of the ticket sales goes to help the nonprofit. U Need 2 also sells tickets as a fundraiser to all other Raiders home games. For ticket cost and a meet-up time, visit the group’s website.
INFO: www.uneed2.org
Saturday, Oct. 9
E-waste collection
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: Boyd Service Center, 520 Tracy Blvd., Gate 1
DETAILS: Residents and businesses can drop off unwanted electronics, used household batteries and light bulbs, cardboard and Styrofoam (No. 6 only). A complete list of restrictions can be found online. Sponsored by the city of Tracy and San Joaquin County.
COST: Free
INFO: Public works, 831-4420; or www.ci.tracy.ca.us/modules/news/article.php?storyid=407
‘Come Together’ Beatles tribute concert
WHEN: TBA
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: This multimedia touring show combines nearly three-dozen Beatles hits, recreating the look and sound of the Fab Four.
COST: $28 to $38
INFO: www.atthegrand.org or 831-6858
Friday, Oct. 10
Family caregiver education
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 E. Ninth St.
DETAILS: Those who care for aging parents or other relatives are invited to share questions and learn more about how to handle the challenges and responsibilities. Today’s topic is planning ahead for a health crisis
COST: Free
Friday, Oct. 15
‘Grease’ opens
WHEN: Through Oct. 17
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: This favorite musical will thrill audiences of all ages with timeless songs and classic characters.
COST: $18
INFO: www.atthegrand.org or 831-6858
Saturday, Oct. 16
Project Rescue dinner-auction
WHEN: 4 to 10 p.m.
WHERE: Ramon Rios Vineyard & Winery, 8458 W. Linne Road
DETAILS: Wine tasting, fine dining, live reggae music and a silent auction will star at this fundraiser to help people in Nigeria who lack safe, clean water. Sponsored by Chichi Console International, proceeds will benefit Project Rescue: A Clean Water and Sanitation Project.
COST: $30
INFO: Chichi Jack, chichiconsoleinc@yahoo.com; 485-2820; or projectrescue.eventbrite.com/
Saturday, Oct. 23
Traina School multicultural festival
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Traina School, 4256 Windsong Drive
DETAILS: Traina School is accepting applications for vendors for its upcoming Around the World multicultural celebration. Organizers still seek volunteers to help out, as well as food, craft, small-business and entertainment vendors.
INFO: Morgan Malsack, 207-8653; Sue Bosch, 814-2027; or trainafestival@gmail.com
Praise dance concert at the Grand
WHEN: 2:30 to 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: “The Spirit of Excellence” is the second praise dance concert presented by Adoration Praise Dance Ministries of Stockton. Tickets are available online at www.atthegrand.org or at the Grand Theatre box office downtown.
COST: $10; free for children age 8 and younger
INFO: 478-1450 or adorationdanceministries@yahoo.com
Monday, Oct. 25
Teen Legislative Day
WHEN: 2 to 5 p.m.
WHERE: Council chambers, City Hall, 333 Civic Center Plaza
DETAILS: The city will host its seventh Teen Legislative Day, with discussions of politics and issues that concern teenagers. Some teachers may offer extra credit for attendance; check in advance. Snacks will be provided.
COST: Free
INFO: stareg.ci.tracy.ca.us/
Wednesday, Oct. 27
Haunted house at the Grand Theatre
WHEN: 7 p.m. nightly through Oct. 31
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: The 1923 theater and old jail will be transformed into a spooky haunted house.
COST: $8
INFO: www.atthegrand.org or 831-6858
Friday, Oct. 29
Fall Wine Stroll
WHEN: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
WHERE: West 10th Street and Central Avenue
DETAILS: Downtown businesses will pour wine and food pairings will be offered during this adults-only evening, sponsored by the Tracy City Center Association. Participants are invited to wear costumes and masquerade attire.
COST: $25 presale, $30 day of stroll
INFO: www.tracywinestroll.com Masquerade after-party
WHEN: 9 p.m. to midnight
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: Adults age 21 and older are invited for music, food, drinks and a visit to the Grand’s first haunted house.
COST: $8 with a wine stroll glass
INFO: www.tracywinestroll.com; www.atthegrand.org or 831-6858
Saturday, Oct. 30
Murder-mystery fundraiser
WHEN: 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Portuguese Hall, 430 W. Ninth St.
DETAILS: The Tracy Educational Excellence Foundation presents its second murder-mystery dinner party as a fundraiser for the group, which gives grants to enhance local education. This year’s party is a 1930s mafia intrigue, in which diners must help solve the speakeasy mystery.
COST: $35 per person, $65 per couple, $300 for reserved table of eight, or $500 for a VIP sponsorship table
INFO: 830-3230 or tracyeducationalexcellence@gmail.com
ONGOING
Food pantry seeks donations
DETAILS: Center of Hope needs gifts of food and money to keep its food pantry doors open. Money or food can be dropped off or sent to 2514 Holly Drive, Tracy, CA 95376, and all donations are tax-deductible.
INFO: 835-1682
Vendors needed for multicultural fair
DETAILS: Traina School is accepting applications for vendors for the upcoming Traina Around the World Multicultural Event on Oct. 23. Organizers seek food and craft sellers, small businesses and entertainment troupes for this upcoming fundraiser.
INFO: Morgan Malsack, 207-8653 or trainafestival@gmail.com
Free clothing available
DETAILS: The Because of Marcus clothing drive has clothes and shoes for those in need. Garments are available at no cost in most styles and virtually all sizes, from newborns through adults. Those interested can call or e-mail to set up a time and place to peruse and pick up items. More information can be found online at www.becauseofmarcus.org and http://tracypress.com/bookmark/4785285.
INFO: Jennifer Spikes, 627-0207 or jennifer@becauseofmarcus.com
Library activities for families
WHEN: Various days and times
WHERE: Tracy Branch Library, 20 E. Eaton Ave.
DETAILS: The Tracy library hosts weekly story times and book clubs for readers of all levels. More information is available online or at the library.
INFO: www.stockton.lib.ca.us/
Vendors needed for Oktoberfest
DETAILS: Crafters and vendors are wanted for the 2010 Oktoberfest at St. Paul's Lutheran Church.
INFO: Vi, 833-7389
Preschool story time in Mountain House
WHEN: 2 p.m. Tuesdays
WHERE: Mountain House Branch Library, 579 Wicklund Crossing
DETAILS: Preschoolers and their families are invited for half an hour of stories, poetry, songs, fingerplays and movement.
INFO: www.stockton.lib.ca.us/
Mindfulness Meditation
WHEN: 4 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays; 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Fridays
WHERE: Flow Yoga Studio, 3602 Mars Way, Ste. 125
DETAILS: Guided sitting meditation and topic discussion
COST: Free; donations welcome
INFO: Silvia Kruse, 830-0405; Abhilasha, 834-1511; or www.flowyogastudios.com
Volunteer gardeners wanted
DETAILS: The Tracy Homeless Coalition has acquired a 12-foot-by-25-foot garden plot and plans to grow fresh fruits and vegetables for the homeless. The coalition is looking for garden lovers to manage and maintain it. Responsibilities include soil preparation, selecting plants and planting them, maintenance and harvest.
INFO: Marvin Rothschild, 914-5242
Scrapbooking opportunity
WHEN: 6 p.m. Thursdays
WHERE: Seventh-day Adventist Church in Tracy, 2025 Holly Drive
DETAILS: Take your own supplies or use what is available to make scrapbooks as part of this engaging group.
COST: Free
INFO: 835-5342
Kids’ entertainment at Chili’s
WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m. Sundays
WHERE: Chili’s Grill & Bar, 2030 W. Grant Line Road
DETAILS: Face painting, magic, balloon twisting and more with local clowns Sparkles and Ravioli
COST: Free
Book club
WHEN: Second Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m.
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 Ninth St.
DETAILS: Each month, a title will be selected and participants will get together for coffee, snacks and a discussion of the book. Call for this month’s selection.
INFO: 831-4230
Volunteers for Road for Recovery
DETAILS: The American Cancer Society is looking for volunteer drivers to offer cancer patients safe and friendly transportation to and from their treatments.
INFO: Molly Bolognini, 941-2679
Summer open-swim hours
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekends through Sept. 5
WHERE: Pinkie Phillips Aquatic Center at West High, 1775 W. Lowell Ave.
COST: $2 per person or $15 for a 10-visit pass; free for infants and toddlers up to 2 years old
DETAILS: Children younger than 7 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
INFO: 831-6200 or online activity guide
Class of 1970 classmate search
DETAILS: Tracy High School’s Class of 1970 is planning its 40th reunion for Sept. 11 at the Tracy Elks Lodge and is searching for classmates. Those who want to help contact classmates are invited to call for more information.
INFO: Debbie Castro Grimstead, 835-6185; or Karen Workinger Corbin, 836-2376
Gymnasium open for games
WHEN: 8 p.m. Saturdays
WHERE: Seventh-day Adventist Christian School gym, corner of West 21st Street and Court Drive
DETAILS: The school opens its gym for basketball, volleyball and other games.
INFO: 835-6607
Tracy Farmers Market
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays
WHERE: Downtown Tracy, 10th Street between Central Avenue and B Street
DETAILS: Visit the year-round farmers market in downtown Tracy for the best locally grown fruits and vegetables.
INFO: www.pcfma.com
Donations for the homeless
DETAILS: The Tracy Coalition of Citizens to Assist the Homeless is looking for donations of furniture and household items to help homeless people being placed in housing.
INFO: Marvin Rothschild, 832-5715
Salsa class
WHEN: 7 p.m. Mondays
WHERE: Portuguese Hall, 430 W. Ninth St.
DETAILS: Salsa instructors Christina and Dan Ocampo will host salsa classes on Mondays. Partners are not required and drop-ins are welcomed.
COST: $8
INFO: 207-9644 or Salsaocampo@comcast.net
Yoga weight-loss meeting
WHEN: 7:30 a.m. Saturdays
WHERE: Flow Yoga Studio, 3602 Mars Way, Ste. 125
COST: Free
INFO: 830-0405 or www.flowyogastudios.com
Pet adoptions
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays; noon to 4 p.m. Sundays
WHERE: West Valley Mall, 3200 N. Naglee Road
DETAILS: A rescue group will have pet adoption fairs at the mall on weekends in hopes of getting more animals adopted faster. All dogs are neutered or spayed, vaccinated and microchipped, and cats are neutered or spayed and vaccinated.
COST: Cats, $75; dogs, $250
INFO: 642-4324
Animal adoption fair
WHEN: 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., first two weekends of each month
WHERE: Petsmart, 2477 Naglee Road
DETAILS: No Place Like Home Animal Rescue will have cats, kittens, dogs and puppies available to adopt. All animals are spayed or neutered before adoption and are up to date on shots.
COST: $225 for a dog, $95 for a cat
INFO: Terrence Harris, 207-3285; or www.noplacelikehomeanimalrescue.org
Cat adoption
WHERE: Petco, 2888 W. Grant Line Road
DETAILS: Animal Rescue of Tracy features cats for adoption continuously in its adoption center at Petco. The cats and kittens are rotated every two weeks.a
COST: $75 adoption fee, which includes spay or neuter, vaccines, flea treatment and deworming
INFO: 609-8220
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