WEDNESDAY, MAY 1
Senior resource fair, open house
WHEN: 9 to 11 a.m.
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 E. Ninth St.
DETAILS: In observance of Older Americans Month, a series of special events and activities planned throughout May begins with a resource fair and open house at the local senior center.
COST: Free
INFO: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 831-4230
McHenry House anniversary open house
WHEN: 4 to 7 p.m.
WHERE: McHenry House Tracy Family Shelter, 757 A St.
DETAILS: The shelter for homeless families will celebrate its 25th anniversary with an open house. All are welcome.
COST: Free
INFO: McHenry House, 835-2328 or www.mchenryhousetracy.org
THURSDAY, MAY 2
Every 15 Minutes
WHEN: 8 to 11 a.m.
WHERE: West High School, 1775 W. Lowell Ave.
DETAILS: Public safety officials will recreate a drunken-driving accident on Lowell Avenue to teach seniors about the dangers of drinking and driving. The program is open to students and their parents. The street will be closed to traffic in both directions.
INFO: Tracy California Highway Patrol, 835-8920
FRIDAY, MAY 3
Fish fry
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
WHERE: Agape Missionary Baptist Church, 238 W. Grant Line Road
DETAILS: A menu of fried fish, french fries, coleslaw and bread will be served.
COST: $10 suggested donation
INFO: 835-7235
Ice cream social
WHEN: 2 to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 E. Ninth St.
DETAILS: Older men and women are invited to an ice cream social as part of the Older Americans Month observance at the local senior center.
COST: Free
INFO: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 831-4230
Central Elementary School carnival
WHEN: 4 to 7 p.m.
WHERE: Central Elementary School, 1370 Parker Ave.
DETAILS: A carnival run by the Central Elementary School Parent Club will feature music, games, food, a silent auction and activities for children and families. Tickets can be bought before and after school Friday, April 27, or the day of the carnival.
COST: Varies
INFO: Lucia Ramirez, 830-3303
‘The Wizard of Oz’
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: Tracy Repertory Theatre presents “The Wizard of Oz,” supported by a grant from the Tracy Arts Commission. Additional shows begin at 2 and 7 p.m. May 4 and at 2 p.m. May 5.
COST: $18
INFO: 831-6858 or www.atthegrand.org
Early registration for basketball camp
DETAILS: The weeklong West High Wolf Pack Summer Boys Basketball Camp teaches players the basics of the Wolf Pack offense and defense. Participants are grouped with players of similar ability. Instructors include West varsity coaches and players. A varsity session runs from 9 to 11:30 a.m., a freshman-junior varsity session from noon to 2:30 p.m. and a session for elementary and middle school students from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday. Registration can be mailed to Derek Sprecksel, West High School, 1775 W. Lowell Ave., Tracy, CA 95376, with checks payable to West High Boys Basketball.
COST: $60 for high school camps, $70 for elementary and middle school camp; $10 discount for early registration by May 3
INFO: Derek Sprecksel, 830-3370, ext. 3911, or dsprecksel@tusd.net
SATURDAY, MAY 4
Downtown farmers market
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: Downtown Tracy, 10th Street and Central Avenue
DETAILS: The San Joaquin Certified Farmers Market opens for the season, which runs through Oct. 26 this year. Cooking demonstrations with fresh local produce will begin in June, sponsored by Sutter Tracy Community Hospital.
INFO: www.sjcfarmersmarket.com or www.tracycitycenter.com
Mall farmers market
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: West parking lot of West Valley Mall, 3200 Naglee Road
DETAILS: A farmers market run by Stockton Certified Farmers Market Association opens with about two dozen vendors selling vegetables, citrus, eggs, honey, handcrafts and other goods. The length of the market’s season will depend on demand, according to organizers.
INFO: www.stocktonfarmersmarket.org
MH community garage sale
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Throughout Mountain House
DETAILS: Residences participating in the communitywide garage sale will be listed on printed maps and the Mountain House Wiki. The website will be updated as the sale date approaches. The deadline to sign up is noon Thursday, May 2.
INFO: Jim Lamb, winedude@gmail.com
Picnic in the Park car show
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Dr. Powers Park, Tracy Boulevard and Lowell Avenue
DETAILS: The 23rd annual Picnic in the Park organized by Tracy Clutch Burners will fill the park with dozens of cars and trucks from 1972 and older. Owners of classic vehicles are welcome to sign up. A raffle and awards are planned, and several vendors will sell food. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Hospice of San Joaquin and Tracy Interfaith Ministries.
COST: Free to attend, $20 to show a vehicle
INFO: 825-4006, 835-2389 or www.clutchburners.com
Atheists' brunch
WHEN: 10 a.m.
WHERE: Casa Flores Restaurant, 2503 N. Tracy Blvd.
DETAILS: The Stockton Area Atheists and Freethinkers will gather for a Tracy brunch get-together and lively discussion. All are welcome. This is expected to become a regular event on the first Saturday of each month.
COST: Cost of meal
INFO: David Diskin, 610-0651 or www.stocktonaaf.org
Derby party
WHEN: 1 to 5 p.m.
WHERE: Tracy Civic Center Plaza, East and 10th streets
DETAILS: Derby Day activities, cosponsored by Tracy Noon Rotary and the city, include a buffet, gaming and a no-host bar serving mint juleps and other libations. A number of television sets throughout the Turf Club area will air Kentucky Derby preparations at Churchill Downs and cover the race, scheduled to begin at about 3:24 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for the best women’s Derby hat and best men’s Derby attire. Admission includes a buffet, a drink ticket and $25 in gaming chips.
COST: $50 per person
INFO: 831-6200
‘The Wizard of Oz’
WHEN: 2 and 7 p.m.
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: Tracy Repertory Theatre presents “The Wizard of Oz,” supported by a grant from the Tracy Arts Commission. The show closes May 5.
COST: $18
INFO: 831-6858 or www.atthegrand.org
Bunco fundraiser
WHEN: 5 to 8 p.m.
WHERE: Home of Jane Vink, 30004 Chrisman Road
DETAILS: Members of the community are invited for a night of bunco and a fiesta buffet to raise money for local college scholarships given by Tracy Republican Women Federated. The club is giving two $1,000 scholarships this year to high school seniors or college students living within Tracy Unified School District. Reservations are requested by May 1.
COST: $25 per person, $45 per couple
INFO: Michele Loomis, host, 833-0562
SUNDAY, MAY 5
Cinco de Mayo block party
WHEN: Noon to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Downtown Plaza, Sixth Street and Central Avenue
DETAILS: Latin Essence will perform during this free community event. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
COST: Free
INFO: 831-6200 or www.thinkinsidethetriangle.com
‘The Wizard of Oz’
WHEN: 2 p.m.
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: Tracy Repertory Theatre presents “The Wizard of Oz,” supported by a grant from the Tracy Arts Commission.
COST: $18
INFO: 831-6858 or www.atthegrand.org
MONDAY, MAY 6
Last day of student art show
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE: Tracy Historical Museum, 1141 Adam St.
DETAILS: This is the final day to view pictures created by students in the fourth-grade class of Rechelle Pearlman at Hirsch School, depicting people from around the world traveling to the California gold fields in 1849. The show is titled “California: Here We Come.”
COST: Free
INFO: www.traqc-foundation.org, tef@starband.net, or Tracy Historical Museum, 832-7278
Story-writing contest deadline
WHEN: 8 p.m.
DETAILS: Students in fourth to sixth grades can enter a creative writing contest using story starters provided by the Stockton-San Joaquin Public Library in celebration of Children’s Book Week, May 13 to 19. A winner from each grade level will be awarded a Kindle e-reader and a visit from a children’s book author — Deborah Underwood (fourth grade), Bruce Hale (fifth grade) or Gennifer Choldenko (sixth grade). Story starters can be found at any library branch or on the library website. The contest is sponsored by the Library & Literacy Foundation for San Joaquin County.
INFO: www.ssjcpl.org
TUESDAY, MAY 7
Relay For Life yogurt fundraiser
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
WHERE: Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, 1888 W. 11th St.
DETAILS: Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt will donate 20 percent of sales all day to support Relay For Life of Tracy, the annual American Cancer Society fundraiser, which is May 18-19 this year. Customers can tell the cashier which Relay For Life team they wish to support.
COST: Varies by item
INFO: 229-1998
Country spring dance
WHEN: 3 to 6 p.m.
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 E. Ninth St.
DETAILS: Older men and women can join in an afternoon of music and dancing during Older Americans Month.
COST: Free
INFO: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 831-4230
FRIDAY, MAY 10
Girls Night Out
WHEN: 6 to 10 p.m.
WHERE: Downtown Plaza, Sixth Street and Central Avenue
DETAILS: During an event dubbed Denim, Diamonds and Divas, each attendee will receive a pink tote bag filled with treats, a wine glass, drink tickets, food samples and access to a vendor shopping area and party.
COST: $20
INFO: 831-6200 or www.thinkinsidethetriangle.com
‘Proof’
WHEN: 6:30 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. show time
WHERE: Kimball High School theater, 3200 Jaguar Run, off Lammers Road
DETAILS: “Proof,” a drama by David Auburn, is the first student-directed play at Kimball High School. Catherine cares for her father, Robert, a mathematician, during the last five years of his life as he struggles with the downfall of his mental stability. After his death, Catherine veers into the uncharted waters of her father's mental complexities and how much she inherited from him. The two-day show closes May 11.
COST: $5 general admission, $3 students
INFO: Crysta Vlasak, director, vlasakcrysta@aol.com; or Geri Neylan, producer, gneylan@tusd.net
Friday Night Jazz
WHEN: 8 p.m.
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: The lobbies of the Grand become a jazz nightclub with live music the second Friday of each month, sponsored by Main Street Music. All ages are welcome. Hors d’oeuvres, desserts, craft beers and wines will be sold at the Don Cose Arts Café; entry cost includes a mini hors d’oeuvre.
COST: $8
INFO: Grand box office, 831-6858, boxoffice@ci.tracy.ca.us or www.atthegrand.org
Comedy competition
WHEN: 8 p.m.
WHERE: Ye Olde Dogs Steak House, 130 W. 11th St.
DETAILS: Contestants will compete for a $101 prize in Tracy’s Comedy Competition. Additional contestants are welcome to register in person or by phone or email. The show is for adults age 21 and older, unless accompanied by a parent.
COST: $5 cover charge
INFO: 830-8400, 456-0507, comedylaugh88@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/yeoldedogssteakhouse
SATURDAY, MAY 11
Wine and Cheese Festival
WHEN: Noon to 5 p.m.
WHERE: Ramon Rios Winery, 8458 W, Linne Road; Windmill Ridge Winery, 8350 W. Linne Road; and La Bonne Vie Cellars, 29181 S. Lehman Road.
DETAILS: Three Tracy-area wineries of the Tracy Hills Appellation will host their fifth annual Wine and Cheese Festival. Local wines and a variety of international cheeses are featured. A commemorative glass is included with admission.
COST: $15 per person, 21 and older, at door of first winery visited
INFO: 834-0005
MONDAY, MAY 13
Fraud prevention talk
WHEN: 11:30 a.m. to noon
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 E. Ninth St.
DETAILS: TBA
COST: Free
INFO: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 831-4230
Bike to Work Week begins
DETAILS: From May 13 to 17, Bike to Work Week encourages the use of bicycles to commute to work. Those who pledge to bike or walk to work at least one day during the week may be eligible for prizes. A map of bike routes in Tracy can be found at City Hall, 333 Civic Center Plaza, and online at www.ci.tracy.ca.us/?navId=194.
INFO: www.valleybikecommute.com
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15
Historical downtown Tracy walking tour
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: IOOF Building, 35 E. Sixth St.
DETAILS: During the latest West Side Pioneer Association History Seminar, tour guide Sam Matthews, publisher emeritus of the Tracy Press, will lead a group on foot from Sixth Street and Central Avenue to the Tracy Inn at Central and 11th Street. The tour will make 12 stops along the route outlined in a new “Historic Downtown Tracy Walking Tour Guide” developed by the association. Participants can park in the city lot at Sixth and Central and will make their own way back to their cars at the end of the tour.
COST: Free
INFO: Tracy Historical Museum, 832-7278 or www.tracymuseum.org
Kimball High freshman football orientation
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Kimball High School main gymnasium, 3200 Jaguar Run, off Lammers Road
DETAILS: Kimball High freshman football coach Jeff Telles will lead a short meeting for all prospective freshmen football players and their parents. Topics include physicals, the summer practice schedule and the upcoming Valley Oak League season.
INFO: 914-1645 or huskerjeff@earthlink.net
FRIDAY, MAY 17
Barbecue lunch
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 E. Ninth St.
DETAILS: Older men and women are invited to share a barbecue lunch and enjoy free entertainment at the senior center as part of Older Americans Month.
COST: Free
INFO: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 831-4230
SATURDAY, MAY 18
Relay For Life of Tracy
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 10 a.m. Sunday, May 19
WHERE: Kimball High School, 3200 Jaguar Run, off Lammers Road
DETAILS: The American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Tracy, one of the top 20 relays in California in 2012, returns for another year. Walkers and runners will circle the track for 24 hours while teams offer games, snacks, raffles and entertainment. The relay begins with an opening ceremony and a survivor lap at 10 a.m., followed by themed laps around the clock, a luminaria ceremony at 9 p.m. and a “fight back” closing ceremony at 9 a.m. Sunday.
INFO: Kathy Lonskey, seriouslyrelay@yahoo.com or 402-4471; or www.relayforlife.org/tracyca
SUNDAY, MAY 19
Tracy Cougars football, cheer sign-ups
WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.
WHERE: Tracy Transit Station, 50 E. Sixth St.
DETAILS: The Tracy Cougars youth football and cheer program will sign up youths for the 2013 season. Parents must take proof of residence and a birth certificate, report card, and passport-size photo of each child..
COST: $45 nonrefundable sign-up fee
INFO: info@tracycougarsfootball.com or www.tracycougarsfootball.com
MONDAY, MAY 20
Life after retirement talk
WHEN: 11:30 a.m. to noon
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 E. Ninth St.
DETAILS: TBA
COST: Free
INFO: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 831-4230
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22
Spring tea
WHEN: 1:30 to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 375 E. Ninth St.
DETAILS: Afternoon tea will be served, and older men and women in the community are invited to join in during the senior center’s observance of Older Americans Month throughout May.
COST: Free
INFO: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 831-4230
SUNDAY, MAY 26
Teen driving practice
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE: Altamont Motorsports Park, 17001 Midway Road
DETAILS: Get Real Behind the Wheel hosts an On-Track Safe Teen Driving event for young drivers age 14 and older and their parents. Returning students should plan to arrive at 11 a.m., while first-time participants should arrive at 9:30 a.m. Proof of age is required, but a learner’s permit is not needed.
COST: Free; donations are accepted
INFO: Tom Simpson, 612-4222; or www.getrealbehindthewheel.com
MONDAY, JUNE 3
Wolf Pack basketball camp
WHEN: Times vary by age group
WHERE: Steve Thornton Gymnasium, West High, 1775 W. Lowell Ave.
DETAILS: The weeklong 25th annual West High Wolf Pack Summer Boys Basketball Camp teaches players the basics of the Wolf Pack offense and defense. Participants are grouped with players of similar ability. Instructors include West varsity coaches and players. A varsity session runs from 9 to 11:30 a.m., a freshman-junior varsity session from noon to 2:30 p.m. and a session for elementary and middle school students from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday. Registration can be mailed to Derek Sprecksel, West High School, 1775 W. Lowell Ave., Tracy, CA 95376, with checks payable to West High Boys Basketball.
COST: $60 for high school camps, $70 for elementary and middle school camp
INFO: Derek Sprecksel, 830-3370, ext. 3911, or dsprecksel@tusd.net
SATURDAY, JUNE 8
Mountain House Kite Run
WHEN: 8 a.m.
WHERE: Central Community Park, 25 E. Main St.
DETAILS: The eighth annual 5K-10K Kite Run and Kite Festival is open to all ages. A fun run for children starts at 8 a.m., and the 5- and 10-kilometer races begin at 8:30 a.m. The annual Kite Festival will follow.
COST: $35 for 10K, $30 for 5K, free fun run for children 12 and younger
INFO: www.mhkiterun.com
SATURDAY, JUNE 15
Tracy’s Best Yard Sale
WHEN: 8 a.m. to noon
WHERE: 10th Street between Central Avenue and E Street
DETAILS: Residents can apply for booth space at City Hall, 333 Civic Center Plaza. Proceeds from booth fees will support Lolly Hansen Senior Center.
COST: $25 per booth
INFO: City recreation division, 831-6200
FRIDAY, JUNE 21
Block Party: Motown Soul
WHEN: 6 to 9 p.m.
WHERE: Downtown Plaza, Sixth Street and Central Avenue
DETAILS: Live music by Radio Band will set the mood for an evening out on the Downtown Plaza. Food is available for purchase. Families are welcome.
COST: Free
INFO: 831-6200 or www.thinkinsidethetriangle.com
SATURDAY, JUNE 22
Relay For Life of Mountain House
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 10 a.m. Sunday, June 23
WHERE: Wicklund School, 300 E. Legacy Drive
DETAILS: Relay for Life, a 24-hour American Cancer Society fundraiser, comes to Mountain House. Following an opening ceremony at 10 a.m., survivors will lead the first lap at 10:30 and teams of local residents will circle the track throughout the day and night. At 9 p.m., a luminaria ceremony will honor cancer patients and survivors and remember those lost to cancer.
INFO: Megan Black, m_black@u.pacific.edu; or www.relayforlife.org/mountainhouseca
Healthy Tomorrows-Un Mañana Saludable
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE: St. Bernard’s Catholic Church grounds, 163 W. Eaton Ave.
DETAILS: Families can learn about diabetes, obesity, nutrition and exercise during a bilingual event focused on smart choices and healthier lifestyles. Free testing will be offered for blood pressure and glucose and cholesterol levels. A mobile farmers market will provide fresh produce, a kids corner will offer games and activities, and other entertainment and door prizes are planned. The event is sponsored by St. Bernard’s Hispanic Ministry Group, Tracy Hospital Foundation, United Way of Tracy and the CARR Foundation.
COST: Free
INFO: Ginger Guadagni, 815-2330 or ginger@sbcglobal.net
SUNDAY, JUNE 30
Teen driving practice
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE: Altamont Motorsports Park, 17001 Midway Road
DETAILS: Get Real Behind the Wheel hosts an On-Track Safe Teen Driving event for young drivers age 14 and older and their parents. Returning students should plan to arrive at 11 a.m., while first-time participants should arrive at 9:30 a.m. Proof of age is required, but a learner’s permit is not needed.
COST: Free; donations are accepted
INFO: Tom Simpson, 612-4222; or www.getrealbehindthewheel.com
ONGOING
Homework help at library
WHEN: 3:15 to 5:15 p.m. Mondays through May 6
WHERE: Tracy Branch Library, 20 E. Eaton Ave.
DETAILS: Students in kindergarten to sixth grade can get help with their homework on a first-come, first-served basis. Arriving early is recommended.
COST: Free
INFO: 937-8221 or www.ssjcpl.org
Prayer breakfast
WHEN: 8:30 a.m., third Saturday of each month
WHERE: Perko’s Café, 1321 W. 11th St.
DETAILS: Local residents will meet to pray together and discuss ways to share the gospel with inmates in nearby prisons, jails and juvenile halls. The meeting includes a brief devotional after breakfast.
COST: Cost of meal
INFO: The Rev. Ruben Martinez, 914-7382
Children’s story times
WHEN: 1 p.m. Saturdays
WHERE: Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 3150 Naglee Road
DETAILS: Families are invited to the children’s department at the bookstore for a story or two read by one of the children’s booksellers.
COST: Free
INFO: 832-9744
Open mic night
WHEN: 7 p.m., second and fourth Friday of each month
WHERE: 729 Central Ave.
DETAILS: Tracy Performing Arts Foundation host an open mic night where participants can sing a song, read poetry, tell a joke or act a scene. A cash prize is given for best act.
COST: $5
INFO: Mary Carr, 914-1904
Tracy Woman’s Club
WHEN: 10 a.m., first Friday of each month
WHERE: Tracy Elks Lodge, 6400 W. 11th St.
DETAILS: Newcomers are welcome to join Tracy Woman’s Club during its monthly meetings. Lunch costs $15, and reservations are required two days in advance.
INFO: Joan Rickman, 835-2358
Chess at Tracy library
WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m. Saturdays
WHERE: Tracy Branch Library, 20 E. Eaton Ave.
DETAILS: Chess players gather for games each week. Those who own boards and pieces are encouraged to take them to the library.
COST: Free
INFO: Richard Beale, 830-0734 or rbeale@sonic.com
Food addiction support group
WHEN: 9 a.m. Saturdays
WHERE: Tracy Community Church, 1790 Sequoia Blvd.
DETAILS: Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous offers a 12-step recovery program for people dealing with food obsession, overeating, under-eating or bulimia. Weekly meetings are also held at 7 p.m. Tuesdays in Modesto and at 9 a.m. Wednesdays in Stockton.
INFO: Michelle P., 530-848-6792; Melissa E., 408-398-3414; or www.foodaddicts.org
Widowed Persons Association, Tracy Chapter 5
WHEN: Noon, second Saturday of each month
WHERE: Four Corners Restaurant, 7505 W. Linne Road
DETAILS: Widowed men and women of all ages gather for support and social activities.
INFO: Jean Burgess, 835-7622
Community band
WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m. Mondays
WHERE: Kimball High School band room, 3200 Jaguar Run, off Lammers Road
DETAILS: Musicians of all ages, from middle school students to retirees, are invited to join the Tracy Community Band. Directed by Scott Lycan, the group plays a variety of concert band music and performs several times during the year. Players of all instruments are wanted.
INFO: 833-1922 or 839-7999
La Leche League breastfeeding support group
WHEN: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., fourth Monday of each month
WHERE: Mountain House Community Services District board room, 230 S. Sterling Drive, in Mountain House
DETAILS: Pregnant women and mothers can ask and answer questions about breastfeeding, get information and share mother-to-mother support. Babies and children are welcome.
INFO: Katherine Havener, 642-7001; Teri Nava, 408-391-7797 or mountainhouseLLL@gmail.com
NAMI mental illness support groups
WHEN: 7 p.m., first and third Mondays of each month
WHERE: Healthy Connections, 35 E. 10th St., Room C
DETAILS: Individuals, families and caregivers can find support in dealing with mental illness.
INFO: Victoria Jorgensen, co-facilitator, 565-2579 or victoria1199@gmail.com; or www.namisanjoaquin.org
Al-Anon Family Group of Tracy
WHEN: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays
WHERE: Conference room at Heartland Church, 3402 Mars Court, Ste. 100
DETAILS: Friends and families affected by someone’s problem drinking are invited for support in achieving recovery and serenity. Meetings are free and confidential. Newcomers are welcome.
INFO: 888-425-2666 or www.ncwsa.org/d18
Genealogy group
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, 1 to 5 p.m. second Sunday of each month
WHERE: Tracy Historical Museum, 1141 Adam St.
DETAILS: Tracy Area Genealogical Society members maintain a library and six computers where folks can search for relatives, work on their family trees and explore history.
INFO: 832-1106
Quilting group
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays
WHERE: Tracy Seventh-day Adventist Church, Room 3, 2025 Holly Drive
DETAILS: Hosted by Mary Andrade, quilters work together to make quilts and blankets for Tracy Interfaith Ministries, foster children, the homeless and other local charities.
INFO: 835-5342
Tracy Leadership Club Toastmasters
WHEN: 12:05 to 12:55 p.m. Tuesdays
WHERE: Tracy City Hall, Conference Room 203, 333 Civic Center Plaza
DETAILS: Tracy Leadership Club of Toastmasters International meets weekly. Anyone interested in becoming a more confident speaker or leader is welcome to attend a meeting to learn more.
INFO: Terry Donaldson, 835-8383
Delta Central Republican Women Federated
WHEN: 6 to 7:30 p.m., second Tuesday of each month
WHERE: Emeritus at Heritage Place, third-floor recreation room, 355 W. Grant Line Road
DETAILS: The goal of the club is to educate members and provide information about the voting process. Local women, their spouses and young Republicans are welcome.
INFO: Margaret Edwards, president, 832-4342
Multiple sclerosis support group
WHEN: 11:30 a.m., second Wednesday of each month
WHERE: Perko’s Café, 1321 W, 11th St.
DETAILS: People diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and their friends and relatives are welcome to join in monthly lunch meetings.
INFO: Linda Donsky, 833-6882
Scrapbooking group
WHEN: 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays
WHERE: Better Living Center, 2025 Holly Drive
DETAILS: Scrapbook makers gather to work on their projects.
INFO: 835-5342
Tracy Camera Club
WHEN: 7 p.m., second Wednesday of each month
WHERE: Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, second floor, 715 Central Ave.
DETAILS: Anyone who is interested in photography is welcome to Tracy Camera Club’s meetings. Those who pay the annual dues of $25 can enter their prints in monthly competitions.
INFO: Mickey McGuire, 835-6758 or elmicky@coreyfro.com
Chess at Mountain House library
WHEN: 3 to 5 p.m. Thursdays
WHERE: Mountain House Branch Library, 579 Wicklund Crossing
DETAILS: Chess players age 8 and older gather for games each week. Participants play against and learn from each other. Those who own chess sets are encouraged to take them to share.
Hearts ’N’ Pieces Quilt Guild
WHEN: 6 to 9 p.m. Thursdays
WHERE: Grace Church, 1330 N. Tracy Blvd.
DETAILS: Quilters gather to work on projects, learn from each other and make quilts to donate to needy children.
INFO: Karen Chiles, 815-8064; or Kathy Glover, 914-9729
Tracy Republican Women Federated
WHEN: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., fourth Thursday of each month
WHERE: Four Corners Restaurant, Chrisman and Linne roads
DETAILS: Club members mingle before lunch is served at noon ($11). Guest speakers frequently address the group. New members, including men who wish to become associated members, are invited to attend.
INFO: Alma Morley, president, 830-1022
Historical museum hours
WHERE: Tracy Historical Museum, 1141 Adam St.
DETAILS: The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays and 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays.
COST: Free
INFO: 832-7278 or www.tracymuseum.com
Pet adoptions
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays; noon to 4 p.m. Sundays
WHERE: West Valley Mall, 3200 N. Naglee Road
DETAILS: A rescue group will have pet adoption fairs at the mall on weekends in hopes of getting more animals adopted faster. All dogs are neutered or spayed, vaccinated and microchipped, and cats are neutered or spayed and vaccinated.
COST: Cats, $75; dogs, $250
INFO: 642-4324
Animal adoption fair
WHEN: 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., first two weekends of each month
WHERE: Petsmart, 2477 Naglee Road
DETAILS: No Place Like Home Animal Rescue will have cats, kittens, dogs and puppies available to adopt. All animals are spayed or neutered before adoption and are up to date on shots.
COST: $225 for a dog, $95 for a cat
INFO: Terrence Harris, 207-3285; or www.noplacelikehomeanimalrescue.org
Cat adoption
WHERE: Petco, 2888 W. Grant Line Road
DETAILS: Animal Rescue of Tracy features cats for adoption continuously in its adoption center at Petco. The cats and kittens are rotated every two weeks.
COST: $75 adoption fee, which includes spay or neuter, vaccines, flea treatment and deworming
INFO: 609-8220
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