Around Town (07/12/2018)

Merced College Retired Women

The Merced College Retired Women will meet for their monthly luncheon at 11:30 a.m. today at LaHacienda 2, 3355 G Street, Merced. Join us for the no-host luncheon and visit with retired ladies of the college. No RSVP necessary.

Staged Reading of Henry IV, Part 1

Merced Shakes presents a staged reading of “Henry IV, Part 1”, the English history play of treason and rebellion, generational conflicts, and the antics of fat Falstaff, at 7:30 p.m. today at the MAC, 645 W. Main St., Merced. Tickets are $ 5 at the door. For more information call 209-723-3265.

Kids’ Day at the MAC

The Merced County Arts Council will host Kids’ Day at the Merced Multicultural Arts Center with Independence Day around the World from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. This free program of art projects for kids is held once each month at the MAC, 645 West Main St., Merced. For more information, call 209-388-1090 or go to the events page of artsmerced.org.

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.

Vacation Bible School in Atwater

The Amazing Race Vacation Bible School will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. July 23 through July 26 at Victory Baptist Church in Atwater 1280 Sierra Vista St., Atwater. Drop offs and rides are available. The classes are free. Register online at www.vbcatwater.com.

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.