Around Town (08/07/2018)
National Night Out in Merced
The Merced Police Department hosts the 35th annual National Night Out from 6 to 8 p.m. today in neighborhoods throughout the city. The nationwide event features law enforcement agencies spending time outdoors in neighborhoods for a variety of events including block parties, parades, flashlight walks, contests, youth activities and anti-crime rallies. The main event in Merced will be held at that time at Applegate Park and will include free food, Kiddieland rides, music, raffle prizes and public safety displays. For more information, call Eugene Drummond at 209-385-6297.
Italian Lodge lunch
On the first Tuesday of each month, the Italian American Lodge serves lunch from noon to 1 p.m. at the lodge, 1351 W. 18th St. Menu consists of chicken or roast beef, pasta, salad and bread. Cost $8. Take outs are available. More, call 209-723-8541.
Merced County Stand-Down
The Merced County Veterans Employment Committee will host a Stand-Down to benefit homeless or at risk of becoming homeless veterans from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Aug. 10 at the American Legion post 83 939 W. Main St., Merced. For more information please contact Arthur Thompson at 209-662-6073 ext 20805.
Parkinson’s Support Group
Amie Marchini Senior Care will host a Parkinson’s Support Group meeting with guest speaker is Dr. Coralie de Hemptinne at 10 a.m. Aug. 16 at Mission Gardens 1450 E. 27th St., Merced. For more information, call 209-384-3300.
Barbecue Luncheon in Merced
An annual barbecue luncheon is set for 10 a.m. Aug. 22 at the Merced Senior Center, 755 W. 15th St., Merced. The cost is $5 for members and $8 for non-members. For reservations, call 209-357-8206.
Parent Orientation for Preschool
St. Anthony Preschool will be having new Parent Orientation at 7 p.m. Thursday in the preschool building, 1801 Winton Way, Atwater. Policies and procedures will be discussed, curriculum will be introduced, and questions will be answered prior to touring the Preschool. For more information, call 209-358-3341.
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