“Taking time to learn, laugh, and live” invites women of all ages and cultures to learn how to live healthier and happier on Saturday, May 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Christ United Church in Modesto. The event features free registration, childcare, giveaways, chances for raffle prizes, great activities, and breakout sessions including ask a MD or Pharmacist, Diet & Nutrition, Free Health Screenings, Yoga, and much more! Volunteers are needed to assist with childcare for infants and toddlers while parents attend the event. The celebration is sponsored by the Stanislaus County Health Services Agency, Memorial Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente, Blue Cross of California, Sutter Gould Medical Foundation, and Save Mart Supermarkets.

Barbara Borba is with Volunteer Center of United Way, 422 McHenry Avenue, Modesto. For information, call 209-524-1307 or visit www.uwaystan.org.