Kidz Day 2018

22

Kidz Day is an annual Salvation Army event for the benefit of local at-risk youth at The Salvation Army Red Shield Community Center in South Modesto.

Sponsored by

2

KIDZ DAY 2018

Sponsored by 209 Magazine

3

4

KIDZ DAY 2018

Making a difference at the Red Shield

BY LT. QUINTON MARKHAM

Ricardo “Ricky” Reynoso is interested in making a difference. After graduating from Modesto High School in 2017, he realized that he is compelled to give back to the Red Shield Community Center which has helped in his development over the past several years.

Ricky, who is now 18 years old, moved with his family to Modesto from Oakland in 2013. His father, Victor, does construction work in the Bay Area, and his mother, Ana Rosa, is a homemaker. When they moved to this community, Ricky was looking for a place to get involved and make friends. “I was the new kid in the neighborhood. I wanted to find a place to hang out, play basketball and meet new people.” He was invited by a friend to visit the Red Shield where basketball was the main attraction for the then-High School freshman.

But Ricky soon realized that there was more to the Red Shield than just the pick-up basketball games. He soon became a member of the teen fellowship group, and after learning that The Salvation Army was a religious organization, offering spiritual programming, he became a church member. Ricky mentions “I felt accepted,” as a part of the recreational and fellowship programs, as well as the spiritual programs. He began to recognize that The Salvation Army offers a holistic ministry, feeding physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs.

A turning point in Ricky’s development and spiritual walk occurred near the beginning of his sophomore year.

He was invited to attend a teen camp session at The Salvation Army’s Camp Redwood Glen in the Santa Cruz Mountains. This was a life-changing event in his life.

He realized that the camp “is a place that benefits at-risk kids. Lives are changed for the better.” Ricky applied for a summer job at the camp in 2016, and was hired as a maintenance worker. A position as a cabin leader followed in 2017. He was given the responsibility of being a camp counselor for about eight kids every week, guiding them through an exciting week’s worth of summer camp activities. This summer he will return to be a crew chief, even more responsibility.

Ricky became involved in another significant program in his development in 2015—The Salvation Army’s Bible Bowl program. The objectives of the program are to excite young people with the Word of God and its

It’s more than just a place to hang out. The people there support and benefit you on a mental, emotional and spiritual level. The Red Shield is a great place to connect with people and fellowship with others.”

— Ricky Reynoso

relevance to their daily lives, to plant the Word in the hearts and minds of young people, to help young people to develop Bible study habits that will continue with them throughout their lives, and to encourage fellowship with other Christians.

When Ricky first checked out the program, he thought that it was “very intimidating to memorize scripture.

I’ve always been interested in sports, but not a study program. Why even try?” But he quickly realized that there was value in studying the Bible and becoming part of a team. “It actually was not as intimidating as I thought!”

He is now an assistant coach on the Red Shield team, becoming a leader and encouraging new kids. When he decided to become more involved in leadership, he stated that he wanted to get in on “the excitement and the opportunities to help the center that helped me out.”

Ricky excelled in high school. In 2017, he was a recipient of a Golden State Seal Merit Diploma which recognizes public school graduates who have demonstrated their mastery of the high school curriculum in at least six subject areas. He is a California Scholarship Federation member, and is currently on a two-year scholarship at

Modesto Junior College, studying to become an elementary school teacher. He is looking forward to becoming a positive influence on children, recognizing that he has benefitted from the influences in his life, including the staff and volunteers at the Red Shield. He added, “The Red Shield does a great job of ministering to youth.”

He is now focused on pursuing his education and giving back.

When asked about the benefits of the opportunities and programs at the Red Shield, Ricky mentioned, “The Red Shield gives you a place to go after school. It helps teens and kids avoid getting into trouble. It’s more than just a place to hang out. The people there support and benefit you on a mental, emotional and spiritual level.

The Red Shield is a great place to connect with people and fellowship with others.”

5

Sponsored by 209 Magazine

RED SHIELD FUNDING INFORMATION FOR 2018 HOW MUCH WOULD IT COST TO FUND THE FOLLOWING? Fund the entire Red Shield for 1 year............. $1,293,500 This includes ALL expenses- including programs, building costs, vehicles, utilities, insurance, security, etc.

The Red Shield Corps Community Center is a 32,000 square foot building located in south Modesto, near Hatch Road and Crows Landing Road. This neighborhood is one of the poorest areas in the city.

Opened in 1970, the Red Shield Center features the following: • Full size gymnasium • Swimming Pool • Baseball/Softball Field • Fitness Room • Boxing Room • Library/After-School Homework Center • Computer Lab • Teen Drop-In Center • Game Room • Child Care Room • 2 Activity Rooms • Outdoor Courtyard • Chapel • Kitchen • 8 Rest Rooms including 2 Locker Rooms Costs to operate the following Red Shield Programs for One Year: After School Homework & Literacy Program.......$36,000 Many of our children have no resources at home to help them to learn and complete their homework. Our staff and volunteers work with them every afternoon to help them to learn and excel at school in our homework and literacy assistance program.

Weekly Youth Programs..........................................$15,000 Our Character-building programs help children to develop skillbuilding, goal-setting, leadership development and Christian living. Other activities include Music Program classes, Sunday School, Teen Fellowship, and Youth Trips.

Summer Day Camp (8 Weeks).................................$12,000 The Red Shield eight-week thematic Summer Day Camp is another vital program offered to youth. Campers participate in a wide variety of activities from 8:00-5:00 each day including learning, games, crafts and fun activities. Campers also have access to all the Red Shield has to offer: the gym, pool, computer lab, game room and sports field. Field trips are taken to local attractions, museums, and parks.

Summer Resident Camp..........................................$10,000 Our summer camping program offers children the opportunity to attend an overnight summer camp at a low cost to their families. This offers them a week-long opportunity at The Salvation Army’s overnight camp in the Santa Cruz mountains.

In 2017 we sent 33 kids to a one-week session.

Aquatics – All ages...................................................$85,000 A full-size swimming pool experiences a lot of activity during the summer months for recreational swimming and swimming lessons. After our recent re-model and refurbishing of our pool, we have started to implement swimming lessons for children and adults, as well as lifeguard training classes for adults and seniors. We hope to expand our aquatics programming further in 2018.

Boxing........................................................................$40,000 We have very knowledgeable coaches providing instruction in our award-winning Boxing Program. They are working with children, teens and young adults, helping them to develop basic boxing skills, sportsmanship and physical fitness. We currently have two California Silver Gloves state champions.

Baseball/Softball......................................................$15,000 Every Spring, our Baseball Program helps young people develop basic baseball skills, and teaches teamwork, and sportsmanship.

This year, we have 10 T-ball, softball and baseball teams.

Fitness Programs......................................................$30,000 The Red Shield Fitness Center features state-of-the-art cardio and weight-training equipment. We also offer Zumba and Boot Camp programs for adults.

Gym & Recreational Program- All Ages................$44,000 Our full-size, modern gymnasium provides Basketball and other recreational programs for young people with an emphasis on gang intervention and prevention. Many high school aged kids and young adults spend many hours playing in this gym.

Gym Uses: • Basketball • Volleyball • Pickle ball • Indoor Soccer • Kick Ball • Special events

Game Room...............................................................$25,000 The Game Room features pool tables, foosball, arcade games, ping pong and air hockey. We also have organized games and crafts.

Computer Lab - Youth & Adults..............................$20,000 Our Computer Lab helps children develop their typing, learn basic computer skills, and research for homework. Last year, our computer lab received a software grant from Target which assists us in teaching financial literacy, digital responsibility, science, technology and math.

Children’s Nutrition Program.................................$30,000 We provide after-school nutritional snacks and a hot meal to children and teens five days a week.

Building Maintenance Staff...................................$60,000 Our staff keeps the Red Shield Center looking good and maintains the many building systems. Professional vendors are contracted to perform regular preventative maintenance duties on all HVAC equipment, swimming pool equipment, and the roof, to name a few.

The Red Shield Community Center is a safe and inviting place where our friendly staff is excited to greet you and connect you with the myriad of opportunities and activities we offer in education, sports, faith, arts, recreation and life enrichment programs. The programs, as well as the facility, have been designed to stimulate the mind, body and spirit, to provide opportunity and hope, and to transform lives.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES The Salvation Army Team Red Shield “This will be a Brunch to remember!” - Dan Costa

On Sunday, September 23, 2018, at Modesto Centre Plaza, local chefs will partner with five very deserving local charities that support the kids of our community. We invite you to support The Salvation Army Modesto Red Shield Center through one of the following Sponsorship Opportunities:

$50 Adult Tickets ______

$25 Child (Ages 10 & Under) Tickets ______ Designated seating times : 10am - Noon Noon - 2pm Name:______________________________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________________ City / State /Zip:______________________________________________________ Contact Person:______________________________________________________ Email:___________________________________Phone: _____________________ Checks - Make Check Payable to: The Salvation Army Modesto Red Shield Center Credit Card - VISA M/C AmEx Discover Name on Card: ___________________________ Exp. Date:_____/____ Number: _________________________________ 3 or 4 digit # ______ Signature: ________________________________ Amount $_________

Red Shield Gladiators - $5,000 Reserved Seating 10 Tickets Onsite Banners with Logo & Name Modesto Bee Ad - Logo & Name Logo on Website & Social Media Sites Red Shield Warriors - $2,500 8 Tickets Onsite Banner with Logo & Name Modesto Bee Ad – Name Only Name on Website & Social Media Sites Red Shield Champions - $1,000 6 Tickets Onsite Banners with Logo & Name Modesto Bee Ad – Name Only Name on Website & Social Media Sites

Red Shield Supporters - $500 4 Tickets Name on Onsite Banner and also on Social Media Red Shield Advocates- $250 2 Tickets Name on Onsite Banner and also on Social Media Friends of The Shield Silent Auction$250 Value Table Logo Display Mail Coupon To: The Salvation Army Red Shield Center P.O. Box 580480 Modesto, CA 95358

6

KIDZ DAY 2018

More than a game Maria Arellano has witnessed firsthand the impact Salvation Army Red Shield Center has had on at-risk youth growing up in south Modesto.

“If we didn’t have programs like baseball and softball, kids would choose to do others things that are not positive,” said Arellano, a longtime office staff member at Red Shield. “We have a high rate of gangs and theft in our neighborhoods. Our programs help kids say no to peer pressure.”

All four of Arellano’s kids have played or are playing for the Red Shield’s baseball and softball programs.

Maria’s two oldest children, Lorenzo (20) and Pinky (20), both graduated from high school and are students at Fresno State.

Lorenzo currently volunteers as a coach for the center’s tee-ball and 14-and-under baseball teams.

Pinky helps out at the snack bar when time permits.

“Having them in a structured sport kept them from participating in other activities in the neighborhood,” Maria said. “They’ve actually seen how Red Shield can save a person’s life. One of my son’s closest friends got shot and killed on Crows Landing Road.

He chose to hang out in the neighborhood.”

Angelica and Ari, Maria’s twin daughters, are members of her 12-and-under softball team this season.

Maria also coaches the Red Shield’s 14-and-under squad.

“Being able to give back and teach the kids is amazing,” she said. “I started out as a volunteer. I’ve been working for them for 18 years. It doesn’t feel like a job.

It’s a ministry. I feel blessed to be a part of something so special. When I’m off or on vacation, I always come here. It’s part of my life. They’ve become part of my family.”

Red Shield fields a total of 10 teams that play in the Stanislaus County recreational league, including five baseball (14-and-under, 12-and-under, 10-and-under, 8-and-under and 6-and-under) and five softball (14s, 12s, 10s, 8s and 6s).

Cost is $80 per player.

The 2018 campaign got underway on April 2 and will end on May 31.

Teams play twice a week, including once at home and on the road.

“The kids have a fun time, make friends and learn how to play,” Arellano said.

Located at 1649 Las Vegas Street, the Red Shield Center has been a refuge for thousands of youth since the 1970s.

The center offers a variety of athletic programs for school-aged kids.

“The Red Shield has a purpose in this neighborhood,” Arellano said. “It saves lives.”

LABELS

CLOSURES

PHOTOS BY Dale Butler

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Gabriela Ortiz fires a pitch during the Modesto Red Shield 10-and-under softball team’s home game versus Modesto Christian on April 19; Jaydah Trevino and 54 other players signed up for the Modesto Red Shield softball program this spring; Modesto Red Shield’s Jaydah Trevino collects a hit against Modesto Christian.

BOTTLING SERVICES

LOGISTICS

TECHNICAL SERVICES

G3 Enterprises and our employees join forces PHOTO BY LARRY LEW

BY DALE BUTLER

to make a real difference in the community.

Contributing to over 50 charities locally and nationwide, we donate our time and financial support in a variety of ways - big and small, as individuals and as a group. As a family owned business, we invest because we know that family and community go hand-in-hand.

G3Enterprises.com

7

Sponsored by 209 Magazine

Helping youth succeed

BY ANGELINA MARTIN

When the Salvation Army Red Shield Center first began its homework assistance program in 2005, the inaugural group of seven children who first received help learned the dedication and responsibility that it takes to become a good student, which now, 13 years later, has helped a majority of those students go on to attend college.

The success of the homework assistance program is evident in the numbers.

What started out as a small group of students has attracted more than 30 local youth who can get help with any subject, including reading, math and science. The program instills good habits in those who participate, who can play at one of the center’s many facilities only once they’ve completed their homework for the day.

“When you make something consistent, you see the long-term goals come to life,” Red Shield Business Manager Maria Arellano said. “It teaches them that they have responsibilities, and there are certain things they have to do in life and finish in order to go to the next level.”

The homework assistance program works primarily with students who are learning English, Arellano said, and has seen countless success stories walk out its doors. Students have gone from being unable to read to reading four or five books in one afternoon, and poor grades are often improved after just weeks in the program.

The homework assistance program has grown so much over the years that just one classroom became too small of a space.

Now, students learn in several classrooms, which also includes a computer lab. Access to technology for students is important since many don’t have computers at home but are required to know how

to use one while at school, Arellano said.

“It helps the kids learn familiarity with a mouse and keyboard,” she said.

Red Shield Center Director Alvin Lewis added that though it’s not an easy task, the homework assistance program helps many students change their attitudes about homework over time.

“It’s an ongoing process and we try to make homework normalized,” he said.

“We tell them, ‘Go do your homework and then you can go play.’ The most important thing is consistency, because once it becomes normal then it’s no big deal.”

Arellano has no doubt that the homework assistance program has helped many students go on to chase their dreams.

“The ones that have gone to college, it’s because they had this place where every day, they came and did their homework... they learned that they had to get it done, and that’s helped them be the successful young people that they are today,” she said.

The center’s after-school homework assistance program is available from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. August through June, only on days when school is in session. It is free for members and includes a healthy snack for students.

Thank You Salvation Army!

You Bless Us All The Meidl Family (Ken, Judith & Ally)

8

KIDZ DAY 2018

Splash and sweat at Red Shield While the pool is the center’s most expensive feature by far, Center Director Alvin Lewis says that the cost is worth it.

“It saves lives,” he said.

A teen who frequents the pool knows all too well the importance of a safe swimming spot, tragically losing her brother to the depths of a nearby canal when he got in to cool off one summer day. By pro-

viding an area to swim that has lifeguards and also provides swim lessons, both Lewis and the center’s Business Manager Maria Arellano believe the pool may be the Red Shield’s most important contribution to the surrounding community.

“The pool is really important because it keeps kids out of the canals and saves lives,” Arellano said. “It’s needed in this

PHOTO BY LARRY LEW

Both the pool and gymnasium at The Salvation Army Red Shield Center serve as an integral part of the facility, helping local youth form lasting friendships while staying active.

With summer quickly approaching, children are already taking to the cool water of the center’s pool. Since its renova-

tion in 2016, the pool has helped provide a safe place for swimmers to beat the heat.

The pool underwent a complete makeover – something that was much needed for a facility built nearly 50 years ago.

Updates included new plaster, coping, tiles, skimmer and lights, a completely new plumbing system, a new pool deck, a new filter pump and new deck fencing.

PHOTO BY LARRY LEW

BY ANGELINA MARTIN

9

Sponsored by 209 Magazine

.. .. .. .. ..

letics. In an area where opportunities are limited for young people, the gym offers a healthy alternative for youth.

“The kids are in there 24/7,” said Lewis said. “It’s a place for them to gather.”

The gym also received a makeover of its own recently, but in 2011, which included a new playing surface and paint, and also features a new fitness room stocked with first-class cardio and weight training equipment like incline treadmills, ellipticals, recumbent bikes and a variety of weight machines.

The fitness room also offers Zumba and circuit training classes, and more are in the works.

The gym recently expanded its programming hours to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays for ages 16 and older, offering recreational activities at the gym like the fitness room and daily “pick-up” basketball games.

Other activities hosted by the gym include indoor soccer and kickball as part of the gym’s after school program, and biannual boxing events, hosted in May and October.

Gym hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

PHOTO BY LARRY LEW

community especially because people are so afraid of the water because they don’t now how to swim, but when they come here and see lifeguards, they just feel safe.”

The pool opened in mid-April and has since been full every day after school, Lewis said. The $235,000 remodel has allowed the center to provide open swim times, swim lessons and water aerobics, and the newly-installed “vortex” slide provides another fun way for kids to have safe summer fun.

“After so many years of that thing just laying dormant, it’s nice to see it used every day,” Lewis said. “If you show up on a summer day, it’s hard to find a spot in the pool.”

While safety is one aspect of the pool that is beneficial to the community, Arellano added that seeing children make new friends that they wouldn’t have made otherwise is another rewarding moment daily.

“It really is a place that breaks down the neighborhood barriers. You can see friendships develop,” she said.

In the same ways that the Red Shield Center’s pool helps keep kids from swimming in canals, the gymnasium helps kids stay busy and out of trouble through ath-

1412 Crows Landing Rd. * Modesto, CA 95351 * (209)526-5843 Airpath Metro Apoyo Financiero Armex AVA Liquor Azteca Satellite Boost Mobile Botanica y Novedades Central Valley Soccer Control de Peso Crows Landing Road Barber Shop

.. .. .. . ..

Cuevas Uniforms Divinas Nail Designs Dizney Tow Donut Queen Dos Changos Locos Tattoo El Charro Western Wear Empressa Rodriguez and Maya Media Studios Evergreen Shoe Repair Flowers Mikeila

.. .. .. .. ..

H&R Block Joanna’s Fashion Juanita’s Salon La Reina Ice Cream Mi Tierra Super Mercado Perez Appliance Pizza Guys Sara Macias Insurance Tannia Solis Insurance Watermill

10

KIDZ DAY 2018

Have your next party at the Red Shield

BY ANGELINA MARTIN

Members at The Salvation Army Red Shield Center are able to take advantage of the many facilities that the organization has to offer, and local community members can also benefit by renting the spaces for their own personal use.

“We feel that this facility is in the right place because this community really needs it, but it’s also open for everybody in Modesto,” Red Shield Center Director Alvin Lewis said.

“We really want to open the doors to the outside and let everyone see what we’re doing here.”

The Red Shield Center originally began renting out spaces as a way to raise money several years ago, and now books one to two rentals per month for community members looking to host birthday parties, baby showers, swim parties, weddings and other exciting events.

“We can’t afford to bring in new programs or do new things because of our budget issues, but what we can do is make the facility available for other people,” Lewis said. “It’s not going to change the world for us, but it’s a win-win because then people can also come in and utilize the facility, which is what we’re all about.”

With facilities like the center’s pool, gym,

multipurpose room, chapel and more, rentals tend to pick up traction in the summer, said Lewis, with four to five per month. He added that those wishing to book a facility for an event should call the center at least a week ahead of time, if not sooner.

“We have a lot of summer dates blacked out already, so the sooner they let us know, the more options they’ll have to rent,” Lewis said.

Pricing for rentals is cheaper than most surrounding banquet halls or community centers, he added, and facilities like the gym and pool are available to rent by those who give private lessons, like boxing, karate or swimming, to name a few.

“They can come in and rent our facility for much cheaper, and an ongoing basis,” Lewis said.

Hours for renting are flexible – wedding receptions held at the center have been known to go until one or two in the morning, Lewis said.

“The main thing is to have people here in a safe, wholesome and protected environment where they can feel comfortable,” he said.

“We’re as flexible as possible.”

Those interested in renting a facility at the Red Shield Center can schedule a tour by calling the organization at 209-538-7111.

11

KIDZ DAY 2018

SPIRITUAL PROGRAMS OFFERED AT THE MODESTO RED SHIELD ■ HOME LEAGUE Weekly Women’s program that has a fourfold purpose — education, worship, fellowship and service. Ladies meet every Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the multipurpose room.

Quarterly calendars are available. Great opportunity for women to get out and meet other ladies.

■ GIRLFRIENDS A women’s program for women who are looking for fun, fellowship and food that can meet in the evening. Ladies meet the 3rd Friday of the month for different activities at 6 p.m. Yearly program calendar is available.

boys and girls in pre-school and kindergarten.

• Sunbeams is for girls 1st grade through 5th grade.

• Girl Guards is for girls 6th grade through 12th grade.

• Adventure Corps Explorers is for boys 1st grade through 4rd grade.

• Adventure Corps Rangers is for boys 5th grade through 8th grade.

Troops meet with leaders weekly to work on projects to earn badges. Yearly troops attend rallies in uniforms with sashes with badges ready to recite pledges. Children in troops also are eligible to attend a summer camp for a week in Scotts Valley at a Salvation Army camp.

■ BIBLE STUDY

■ TROOPS

Red Shield offers a weekly Bible study class at 6 p.m.

Wednesdays for adults. Bible scholars and novices welcomed for topical or book-based studies.

Vacation Bible is held during Spring Break.

■ JR. SOLDIERS Salvation Army Bible study for children from 1st grade through 6th grade, at 6 p.m. Wednesdays.

PHOTO BY LARRY LEW

The Salvation Army Scouting programs are offered on Tuesdays at 5:15 p.m. Scouting programs include troops for children 4 yrs through 12th grade. Troops are broken up according to grade and gender.

Quarterly Calendar is available.

• Moonbeams is for

■ CORPS CADETS Salvation Army discipleship program for teens in 7th grade through 12th grade, meet at 6 p.m. Wednesdays.

■ SUNDAY SCHOOL ASSEMBLY Every Sunday at 9:15 a.m. a time of Sunday school songs, memory verses and prizes to kick off the morning Sunday school.

■ SUNDAY SCHOOL Classes offered every Sunday morning to all ages from kids to adults. Childcare available for 5 years and under.

■ WORSHIP SERVICE Contemporary family worship is offered to anyone looking for a place of worship. Service begins at 10:30 a.m. Sundays.

■ SPANISH PRAYER SERVICE/NOCHE DE ORACION Thursdays at 6:30pm a Spanish Prayer service is available.

Prayer service includes Spanish worship through music, devotion and time of prayer. Fellowship follows with light refreshments. Childcare available.

Los jueves a las 6:30pm un servicio de noche de oración esta disponible para los que hablan español. Servicio incluye un tiempo de adoración con música, devocional y tiempo de oración. Un tiempo de convibo sigue despues del servicio con café y pan. Cuidado de niños disponible.

OTHER PROGRAMS ■ TEEN PROGRAM A designated room is open from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday for teens (7th grade – 19yrs) targeted to offer teens their own space to do homework, fellowship, play games, have daily topic discussion groups to be encouraged by Youth Leader.

Teen Room also has an outreach program on Friday evenings from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. offering teens a positive alternative option on Friday nights where teen crime rate is high. Teen night offers food, fun and fellowship.

Weekly activities and outings are scheduled for teens.

■ MUSIC CLASSES Brass Instrument classes being offered for beginners on Thursdays at 4:45 p.m. Must be at least 4th grade up to adults. May bring your own instrument or borrow one of ours.

Beginner Guitar classes being offered on Thursdays at 5:45 p.m. Must be at least 4th grade up to adults. You may bring your own instrument or borrow one of ours.

SEASONAL PROGRAMS ■ SUMMER DAY CAMP Summer Day Camp program offered from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Program includes breakfast, lunch and two snacks.

Children are in scheduled programs and activities with assigned leaders Monday through Friday. Activities include educational games, team sports, movies, crafts, computers, swimming and field trips. Pre-registration is required. Day Camp fees are $70 a week for Red

Shield members and $80 a week for nonmembers.

■ SUMMER OVERNIGHT CAMP The Salvation Army offers a variety of overnight camps. These camps allow the child to spend a week in Scotts Valley, California at The Salvation Army Redwood Glen camp with highly trained camp staff. Prices vary; please call to inquire about overnight camp.

Small Business Loans Bank of Stockton, your local community bank, has been in the business of helping small businesses succeed for more than 150 years. Our loan options provide great rates and flexible solutions. Local decision-making means fast service. We’ll work hard to meet your needs – big or small. Call or

come by your local branch today – we’ll even come to you! You don’t have to go it alone.

IN MODESTO AND TURLOCK bankofstockton.com

12

KIDZ DAY 2018

R

The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary is a Christian organization supporting the activities of The Salvation Army in Modesto.

You are invited to join us on the second Monday of every month, September through May. For more information (209) 522-3209

APRIL/MAY 2018  ISSUE 26  $4.95

THE 209’S

TOP DOCTORS

IS CALLING

TURLOCK DESIGNER

Mariachi

Show House $4.95US

NATURE

A network of care that works for you.

Get the care you need when and where you need it. From everyday wellness services to advanced medical specialties, our connected network provides the care you can trust to keep you and your family healthy. sutterhealth.org Sutter Health. Proudly caring for Northern California.

@209magazine

King COMES TO MODESTO

2 0 9 M A G A Z I N E . C O M We’ve got the 209 covered.

13

Sponsored by 209 Magazine

G E T I N V O LV E D

WAYS TO HELP THE RED SHIELD

VOLUNTEER

$3

Volunteers are needed from all walks of life to support the Salvation Army Red Shield

$10 Swimsuit for child in need

in almost all of its activities. Volunteers are needed to serve as members of auxiliary groups and advisory boards, tutors for young people and as coaches. Call the Red Shield today to find out how to become a volunteer.

Child’s Bible

$10 Headphones for Computer Lab $13 Child’s Life Jacket for learning swimmers $16 Community Center membership for one child (one month)

DONATE One hundred percent of all funds raised through the Kidz Day program help pay for after-school tutoring and mentoring programs, computer labs for homework, lunch

$20 Basketball $20 Swim lesson sponsorships (five sessions)

programs, after-school snacks and meals, sports equipment and uniforms, swim

$25 Baseball glove

lessons and facilities and much more.

$30 Educational & Craft supplies for After-School Homework Center (one week) $60 Baseball sponsorship for one child (one season)

Kidz Day: This publication is a major fundraiser for the Salvation Army Modesto

$75 Weekend at Teen Camp (after family contribution)

Red Shield. Every May a special newspaper section is dedicated to the work of

$175 Educational Field Trip for 25 Day Campers

the Red Shield and papers are “hawked” on street corners throughout the Central

$176 Community Center membership for one child (one year)

Valley for $1. Proceeds go to the Red Shield and volunteers are always needed.

$225 Week at Camp sponsorship (after family contribution)

Christmas Kettles: During the holidays, the Salvation Army looks for volunteers to ring bells while collecting monetary donations in the Army’s iconic red kettles outside of businesses around town.

Christmas Angel Trees: During the holidays, the Salvation Army seeks volunteers to adopt a present wish list of local children in need.

$240 Boxing sponsorship for one child (one year) $360 Game & craft supplies for Game Room (one year) $900 Nutritious after-school snacks for 30 kids (one month) $1250 Balanced meals for 100 children (one week)

PHOTO BY LARRY LEW

SPECIAL CAMPAIGNS

Supporting non-profits for over 65 years.

Residential & Commerical Flooring 209.523.5664 • www.carpetonemodesto.com

California State Licensed Contractor No. 278727

14

KIDZ DAY 2018

4742 MCHENRY AVE, MODESTO

209-575-1606

Come join us Monday June 4th from 5pm to 8pm at American Chevrolet for the Mid Valley Chevy Club’s Park N Shine Car Show. $1 Hot Dogs, $1 Chips and $1 Sodas

Hot Rods

Plus Live Music!

Bring in this ad get FREE Hot Dogs for Kidz 12 and under….

www.AmericanChevrolet.com

Limit 5 hot dogs per family, one offer per family

Want to bowl

FREE all summer??

Ask us how (209)571-2695 3700 McHenry Ave. Modesto Ca. 95356 www.McHenrybowl.com Like us on Facebook to stay up to date with all of our specials.

15

Sponsored by 209 Magazine

The WRIGHT INSURANCE Agency

David and Debra Wright

SPECIALIZING IN:

-Medicare Supplements -Covered California -Group Medical Plans -Individual Plans -Health -Home -Business -Life -Auto -Recreation Vehicles

Lic# 0686252

Lic# 0D93640

Got Questions?

Ask our experts!

Free Consultations!

(209) 577-0800

WrightInsurance.org 2200 McHenry Ave., Suite A, Modesto, California 95350 jdwhealth@yahoo.com • jwright1@FarmersAgent.com FarmersAgent.com/jwright1

Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors Presenting Sponsor

Gold Sponsor

Silver Sponsors

R

Acme Construction Company Adrian Ranch California Scren & Conveyor

Kidz Day Sponsors Ken & Stacey Elving Costa Family Foundation McHenry Bowl Delta Sierra Beverage, LLC Oak Valley Community Bank Dot Foods, Inc.

Irene Sink Dennis & Jean Wittchow WestAmerica Bank

16

KIDZ DAY 2018

Your Full Service Sign Company Custom Electric Signs Installation Service ADA Awnings Vehicle Wraps Design

(209) 524-4484 Ca. Lic# 268001

204 Campus Way, Modesto, CA 95350

1412 Crows Landing Rd. * Modesto, CA 95351 * (209)526-5843

Need a Loan... You Need Mocse!

Not a member? You could be!

Branch Locations Modesto:

3600 Coffee Rd. 1400 J St. (800) 44-Mocse

Federally insured by NCUA�

Turlock: Sonora:

1401 Geer Rd. 430 N. Washington St. www.Mocse.org