Around Town (8/24/3015)
Back to School Night in Merced
Merced High School will host its Back to School Night at 5 p.m. Tuesday. The principal’s welcome is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. and classroom visitation will begin promptly at 5:45 p.m. Counselors will be available in the main office throughout the evening to answer questions. For more information, call Associate Principal Kevin Swartwood at 209-385-6465.
Ribbon cutting for new sushi restaurant in Los Banos
The Los Banos Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Sugoi Rolls & Barbecue, a sushi and Korean-style restaurant in Los Banos at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the restaurant, 1245 E. Pacheco Blvd. in Los Banos.
Free Worknet Business Workshop in Los Banos
Employers and small-business owners are invited to attend an interactive workshop Friday. Lisa Jordan, business owner and recognized expert in the field of disability and workforce development, will show you how to expand your customer base and increase profitability. There is a free catered lunch from 11:30 a.m. to noon. The workshop runs from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Los Banos campus of Merced Community College, 22240 Highway 152. Space is limited. Reserve your seat at jacosta@co.merced.ca.us or call 209-724-2010.
Last Hope Cat Kingdom volunteer orientation
Last Hope Cat Kingdom will host a volunteer orientation and training session at 10 a.m. Saturday at 6660 Bailey Road in Atwater. Volunteers for Last Hope must attend one of these sessions once a year for most types of volunteer activities. For more information, call 209-261-5907 or email eb29of41@yahoo.com.
Hot August Nights Bunco in Merced
The Wesley Foundation will host its Hot August Nights Bunco at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, at Wesley Hall United Methodist Church, 899 Yosemite Parkway in Merced. The event supports the foundation, a Christian fellowship for college students. Admission is $10 and includes fun and snacks. There will be prizes awarded for the top point earners as well as for the biggest loser, but no cash prizes. For tickets and more information, call 209-723-9007.
Farmers Insurance Group women’s lunch
All women who have worked at the Farmers Insurance Group regional office are invited to lunch at 11 a.m. Sept 3 at 510 Bistro, 510 W. Main St. in Merced. The cost is $15 for a buffet lunch, which includes beverage and dessert. To make a reservation, call 209-723-4317.
Merced Senior Social Club Barbecue
Merced Senior Social Club will host an old-fashioned barbecue with a raffle at 11 a.m. Sept. 4. at 755 W.15th St. in Merced. Admission is $5 and includes a raffle ticket. Tickets sold only from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday. For more information, call 209-383-6057.
Storytime at Barnes & Noble Merced
Barnes & Noble will host a Storytime for Kids event at 11 a.m. Sept. 5 at its Merced location, 1720 W. Olive Ave. Children can hear the story, “The Full Moon at the Napping House,” by Audrey and Don Wood. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 209-386-0571.
Merced County Radio Control Club Event
Merced County Radio Control Club presents Combat Mania at 9 a.m. Sept. 5 at 500 S. Bert Crane Road in Atwater. Spectators are welcome. There will be food and drinks for sale. For more information, call 209-631-1835.
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This story was originally published August 23, 2015 at 1:33 PM with the headline "Around Town (8/24/3015)."