Datebook lists upcoming events and items of interest for residents of Escalon, Farmington, Collegeville and the surrounding area.
Don’t forget to keep looking around the community for the specially decorated rocks hidden by Escalon Grange members. A total of 20 rocks were hidden and the rocks can be redeemed for food items at D’Boni’s Pizza.
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Christmas in Grandpa’s Barn will be offered Dec. 1 through 3 and Dec. 8 through 10 at 17693 Enterprise Road in Escalon. There will be vendors on hand, food, music, holiday specials and more. Also planned, Farmgirl Workshops will be offered by Lorina’s Edible Garden at 17693 Enterprise Road, Escalon, on a couple of different upcoming dates. This special Holiday Wreath Workshop is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 24 and Sunday, Dec. 10 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at a cost of $45 per person (discount for five or more). Come learn how to craft a beautiful fresh wreath with Teacher Heidi. Refreshments will be served to enhance your experience. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/holiday-wreath-workshop-tickets-37953071659.
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The Texas Tenors have a new album called Rise that dropped in September and all the proceeds from the new single “Rise” will benefit the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund. They will kick off the holiday season in Modesto at the Gallo Center for the Arts on Saturday, Nov. 25 at 7:30 p.m. with their “Deep in the Heart of Christmas” performance. The trio of JC Fisher, Marcus Collins and John Hagen make up the unique blend of harmonies known as the Texas Tenors. This will be the Texas Tenors’ second appearance in Modesto as they performed last year and this year will be their first Christmas concert in the local area.
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The 2017-2018 Green Gardener Training will get underway later this month in Stockton. Module 1: Healthy Soil, Healthy Landscapes will be offered on three Tuesday evenings, Nov. 28, Dec. 5 and Dec. 12 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the San Joaquin County Robert J. Cabral Agricultural Center, 2101 E. Earhart Ave., Stockton. Registration fee is $30 per person/per module which includes a binder with all training materials. To register and find more information go to: http://ucanr.org.GreenGardener.
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A new, free After School Good News Club is now being offered each Wednesday at Trinity Church. The Good News Club is open to boys and girls in second through fifth grades and features non-denominational Bible-based teaching with Bible stories, activities, songs, snacks, crafts and more. For more information, call 838-3000; Trinity Church is at 1900 California St., Escalon. You can also email for more information at dentgoodnewsclub@yahoo.com.
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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, Nov. 29. For more information, call (209) 869-8200.
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Golden Agers weekly dances are open to those 50 and older from throughout the Central Valley at the Riverbank Community Center. Doors open Wednesdays at 9 a.m.; the center is at 3600 Santa Fe St., and first time guests are admitted free. The annual membership fee is $12 and each Wednesday members pay $5 and non-members can enjoy a few hours of music and dancing for $6.
