Around Town (12-14-12)

Merced SPCA to hold dog, cat adoption event

The Merced SPCA will hold its monthly adoption event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Tractor Supply in Atwater. Dog and kittens will be available for adoption. Call (209) 384-7722 or (209) 356-1709.

Shepherd of the Valley to hold Soup Supper

The Shepherd of the Valley will hold a Soup Supper Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. in celebration of Advent, at 1455 E. Yosemite Ave. It will conduct a Candlelight Christmas Eve Service at 4 p.m. on Dec. 24. Call (209) 383-0632.

'Christmas Vacation' at Merced Theatre

"National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" will be shown at 7 p.m. on Dec. 21 at the Merced Theatre, 301 W. Main St., Merced. Admission is $5.

Catholic Charities needs wrapping paper

Catholic Charities is in need of wrapping paper for Christmas presents. If you have an extra roll, it can be dropped off at 336 W. Main St. Call (209) 383-2494.

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