Around Town (04/12/16)
HSR in Madera
The California High-Speed Rail Authority plans a public meeting 5-6:30 p.m. April 20 at the Madera County Library, 121 N. G St. The planners will discuss the 32-mile project between Avenue 17 and Avenue 19. For more information, call Maurice Young at 559-385-7025 or Toni Tinoco at 559-274-8975.
Free computer class
Merced College Noncredit program is offering a free beginning computer class from 9 a.m.-noon every Friday from now until May 27 at the college’s Education Center, which is near G Street and University Drive. There are no registration fees. For more, call the Continuing Education Office at 209-381-6540.
Hoops tourney
The fourth annual Merced Community Violence Intervention Program three-on-three charity basketball tournament is Saturday at El Capitan High School, 100 Farmland Road in Merced. The deadline to register is Thursday. Tournament proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Merced County. Cost is $20 per player. For more, call Matt Serrato at 209-385-7381, ext. 4164.
Preschool
St. Anthony Preschool summer session will be 7:30-11:30 a.m. June 1-20 at the church campus, 1801 Winton Way in Atwater. Parents may select any day or days for their child to attend for one price of $335 prepaid. Snacks are provided. Program is contingent on a minimum of 10 enrollees. For more, call St. Anthony School at 209-358-3341 by April 15.
Jazz Day at UC
Mercy Lit Up! In Celebration of International Jazz Day 2016 features the Ernie Bucio Little Big Band at 7 p.m. April 29 in Lakireddy Auditorium COB 102 at UC Merced, 5200 N. Lake Road. Seating is limited. The show is free and parking in the Lake Lots is free after 6 p.m. For more, email wavelength1111@aol.com.
Soccer camp
The Livingston Recreation Department is sponsoring the Challenger British Soccer Camp for children 3-12 years old from June 13-17 at the Max Foster Sports Complex, 2600 Walnut Ave. in Livingston. Price is $30-$50 and the time is 5-8 p.m. depending on the child’s age. Includes a soccer ball and T-shirt. Register online at www.challengersports.com or call Livingston Recreation at 209-394-8830 for more.
Animal carriers
New Beginnings of Merced said it is in need of medium- and large-sized carriers for animals they transport to no-kill rescues each month. Used carriers in usable condition, which would be appropriate for animals in the 40-pound range or up to 70 pounds, are acceptable as well as new carriers or monetary donations. Receipts can be provided for tax purposes. To donate a carrier, call 209-769-8953.
Quilters guild
Gateway Quilters’ Guild is a nonprofit in Merced County that meets at 7 p.m. on the third Monday each month. Anyone is welcome to join next Monday’s meeting , at the Merced County Health Department, 260 E. 15th St. For more call Barbara Scott at 209-658-7227.
NAUS meets
The National Association for Uniformed Services, H. Wayne Hein Chapter 18, will meet at 10 a.m. Saturday April 16 at the Castle Air Museum banquet room, 5050 Santa Fe Drive. Guest speaker is Skip Hinman, who will talk about real estate and security. For more, call Phil Flores at 209-357-4456 or Larry Frice at 209-358-2045.
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This story was originally published April 11, 2016 at 6:31 PM with the headline "Around Town (04/12/16)."