Around Town (07/06/2018)

Merced Police Lobby Closed for Ceremony

The lobby of the Merced Police Department at 611 W. 22nd Street will be closed from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on July 6 for the swearing-in ceremony of Christopher Goodwin, the city’s new chief of police. The ceremony is scheduled from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th St., Merced.

Master Gardeners of Merced

The Master Gardeners of Merced will host a public workshop “Creating a Wildlife Habitat in Your Backyard” from 10 a.m. to noon July 14 at the UCCE office, 2145 Wardrobe Ave, Merced. For more information and to register, call 209-385-7403.

4-H Appreciation Dinner

Mariposa County Hi-4H and Citizenship Project is hosting a BBQ Tri-Tip Appreciation Dinner at 5 p.m. July 15 at Mariposa Park. There will be swimming, games, and food, with fun for the whole family. RSVP for this free dinner by July 12 by calling 209-966-2417 or online at cemariposa.ucanr.edu.

MHS Alumni

Merced High classmates from 1945 to 1955 are invited to join the '48 Class sponsors at their monthly lunch at 11:30 a.m. July 17 at the Elks Lodge 1910 M St. in Merced.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Meeting

Join us to learn more about the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, the mission of the Alzheimer’s Association and how you can help advance the cause by starting a team. Informational meeting hosted at the Vista Ranch and Cellars, 7326 E. Highway 140, Merced on July 18 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Contact Janet Ramsey at 209-769-8272 for a RSVP reservation or more information. Merced’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s is Oct. 6 at Applegate Park, Merced.

Merced AARP Speaker

Merced City Manager Steve Carrigan will address the Merced AARP at 10 a.m. July 25 at the Merced Senior Center, 755 W. 15th St., Merced. A catered Italian food luncheon will be available for $5 for members and $8 for non-members. Reservation are required by July 18 and can be made by calling Reba at 209-357-8206.