Datebook lists upcoming events and items of interest for residents of Escalon, Farmington, Collegeville and the surrounding area.
The San Joaquin Regional Transit District will be providing free rides to local senior citizens for Senior Awareness Day, scheduled from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24 at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds. There will be exhibitors, a classic car show, wellness walk, senior art show, entertainment, Bingo, food and more. Those attending do not have to stay for the duration of the event; shuttle buses will run every half hour. Call for more information, 209-468-1104. No charge for attendance.
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Happy and Healthy, a special program offered in cooperation with the Human Services Agency, is geared toward local senior citizens as a way to help them improve their health, one bite at a time. If you need simple ideas to eat healthier and tips to save time in the kitchen, join this free class, which runs on Thursdays at noon at the Escalon Community Center. The program will run weekly through June 8. Also featured will be tips on how to save money at the grocery store. For additional information, call the SNAP-Ed Program, 209-468-1755.
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Modesto Junior College Department of Art presents “A Mother’s Tears” art show featuring the paintings of Susan Levy and dedicated to the memory of her daughter Chandra Levy. The show runs through Thursday, June 1 in the MJC Art Gallery on the East Campus, 435 College Ave., Modesto. The gallery is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday and admission is free.
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The local REO Speechtrain Toastmasters Club gathers for regular meetings every Wednesday morning, 6:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m., at Perko’s Cafe, Patterson and Oakdale roads, Riverbank. This is a fun way to learn the self-confidence and skills needed for public speaking. All are invited to come and check out the group. The next meeting will be Wednesday, May 31. For more information, call (209) 869-8200.
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The Escalon Library presents this year’s Summer Reading Program, “Build a Better World” from June 1 through July 31. The Summer Reading Program is to encourage everyone to read during the summer months. The library will host a variety of themed activities for children, teens, and adults that encourage and support a love of reading. Participants also can win prizes for reaching their reading goals. All programs are free. The Escalon Branch Library is a part of the Stockton-San Joaquin County Public Library and is at 1540 Second St in Escalon. For more information, call (209) 937-8221 or (866) 805-7323. The first special summer program is scheduled for Wednesday, June 7 with shows at 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m., featuring Python Ron and his Reptile Kingdom.
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In a continued celebration of Woodward Reservoir’s 100th season, Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation is bringing an Ultimate Boat & Sport Expo to the main boat ramp of the reservoir on Saturday, June 3 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The public is invited to come to the event for a day spent outdoors, perusing impressive boats and sporting equipment, enjoying food and beverages, and spending quality time with friends and family. Woodward Reservoir is on 26-Mile Road, off Highway 120, north of Oakdale. Admission to the park is $10 per carload for Stanislaus County residents and $15 for out-of-county residents. There is no extra cost to attend the boat expo.
