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	December 2019
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						1 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm •
2 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm Ripon Branch Library Chess Club Ripon Branch Library Chess Club December 2, 2019 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Ripon Memorial Library Ripon Branch Library Chess Club If you like to play chess, would like to learn to play, or enjoy playing with others, then you will love our chess club! All levels of experience are welcome. For kids age 9 and up, teens, and adults. Christmas Tree Lighting Christmas Tree Lighting December 2, 2019 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Veteran's Memorial Wall, 311 1st St, Ripon, CA 95366, USA Join us as we kick off holiday season by lighting up the tree in front of the Veteran’s Memorial Museum and Memorial Wall. There will be hot chocolate, cookies, Santa, and Christmas carolers. • • •	3 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm •	4 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm Economic Development Committee Economic Development Committee December 4, 2019 8:00 am – 9:00 am Ripon Consolidated Fire Department Ripon Rotary Club Ripon Rotary Club December 4, 2019 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Spring Creek Golf and Country Club, Spring Creek Drive, Ripon, CA, United States Ripon Branch Library Lego Club Ripon Branch Library Lego Club December 4, 2019 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Wednesday, December 4 & 18 3:30 pm Ripon Branch Library Lego Club Lego Club is for all children one and up. No sign-up or membership required. Just drop-in and build something cool! Each session we come up with a theme to direct the building, but you can make what you want. All we ask is to share the pieces, help fellow builder, have fun, and clean up when you’re done. • • • •	5 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm Taste of Ripon Taste of Ripon December 5, 2019 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Join us for the 24th Annual Taste of Ripon! Spend the evening strolling from business to business in Historic Downtown Ripon sampling the offerings and visiting with friends. This event offers amazing food paired with wine tastings in a commemorative glass provided by McManis Family Vineyards. This event sells out fast so get your tickets early! Calvary Reformed Church: Celebrate Recovery Calvary Reformed Church: Celebrate Recovery December 5, 2019 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Calvary Reformed Church 724 W. 2nd Street Ripon, CA A recovery program based on the 8 principles from the Beatitudes . Dinner Optionis 5:30-6:15pm $5, kids 12 & under free • • •	6 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm Ripon FFA: Cows, Carbs, and Cocktails Ripon FFA: Cows, Carbs, and Cocktails December 6, 2019 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Ripon Community Center, 334 Fourth St, Ripon, CA 95366, USA Cows, Carbs, And Cocktails is the annual fundraiser for the Ripon FFA. The proceeds help pay for the students various activities. Tickets must be purchased ahead of time, you can buy tickets by asking a Ripon FFA member or contacting Ripon FFA. • •	7 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm Bethany Christian Services Guild Annual Christmas Boutique Bethany Christian Services Guild Annual Christmas Boutique December 7, 2019 8:30 am – 12:30 pm Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church 333 S. Wilma Ave Bethany Christian Services Guild Annual Christmas Boutique At Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church 333 S. Wilma Ave. Home baked goods for sale & many vendors w/ unique gift ideas, or just come for breakfast! Door prizes every hour. For info contact Christy 209.613.6773 Vintage Christmas Photo Booth/Ripon Christian Christmas Bazaar Vintage Christmas Photo Booth/Ripon Christian Christmas Bazaar December 7, 2019 9:00 am – 2:00 pm 435 Maple Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA Photo Booth Benefiting Modesto Pregnancy Center Located in the Ripon Christian high school Gym Donations for the Modesto Pregnancy Center- Receive one FREE digital image Donated Items or monetary gift of $20 or more for the Modesto Pregnancy Center. Items needed for a new baby or first-time mom: baby wipes, burp cloths, baby toys, board books, pampering items for new moms (ex: bubble bath, lip gloss, cozy socks). For your donation you will receive one free digital image of your kids in their Christmas attire. Then shop the vendors and baked goods for sale at the event! Contact Rachael Venema Studio: 209.456.9353 www.RachaelVenema.com hello@rachaelvenema.com Ripon Rides Bike ride Ripon Rides Bike ride December 7, 2019 9:00 am – 10:30 am Ripon Rides Bike ride every Saturday Schemper’s Ace Hardware Parking lot A 1-1 ½ hour 10-13mph bike ride around the area. Contact Emily: eaufdermaur@gmail.com for info Ripon Academy of Dance Showcase Ripon Academy of Dance Showcase December 7, 2019 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Ripon Christian School Performing Arts Center 435 Maple Ave. Ripon Academy of Dance Showcase At Ripon Christian School Performing Arts Center 435 Maple Ave. Tickets available starting Nov. 5 @ the Academy 964 Goodwin Dr. $7 in advance/$10 at door (3&under on lap don’t need a ticket) Questions?: Email info@ripondance209.com • • • • •	8 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm •
9 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm Ripon Branch Library Chess Club Ripon Branch Library Chess Club December 9, 2019 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Ripon Memorial Library Ripon Branch Library Chess Club If you like to play chess, would like to learn to play, or enjoy playing with others, then you will love our chess club! All levels of experience are welcome. For kids age 9 and up, teens, and adults. • •	10 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm Ripon Chamber of Commerce Board of Director meeting Ripon Chamber of Commerce Board of Director meeting December 10, 2019 8:00 am – 9:00 am Ripon Consolidated Fire Department- Station 1 Ripon Chamber Board of Director meeting, if interested in attending, please contact the Chamber of Commerce The Art of Designing Teas at Ripon Branch Library The Art of Designing Teas at Ripon Branch Library December 10, 2019 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Ripon Memorial Library The Art of Designing Teas at Ripon Branch Library Join New Mettle Farms as we learn the art of making your own tea blends. For teens and adults. Ripon City Council Ripon City Council December 10, 2019 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Ripon City Hall, North Wilma Avenue, Ripon, CA, United States http://www.cityofripon.org/ Christmas in Ripon Christmas in Ripon December 10, 2019 6:15 pm – 8:00 pm Calvary Reformed Church, 2300, 741 2nd St, Ripon, CA 95366, USA Join us for a relaxed evening of hot chocolate, cookies, s’mores over an open fire, and Christmas Carols that will warm your heart. Family Friendly for all ages and absolutely free. • • • • •	11 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm Chamber Business Education Series Chamber Business Education Series December 11, 2019 9:00 am – 11:00 am Ripon City Hall, 259 N Wilma Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA Managing Millennials & More All business problems, are really people problems. Having four generations in the workplace is challenging. See a new model that improves your customer service, recruitment and retention. Learn how to grow your people, their productivity and joint satisfaction while creating competitive advantages. Tickets available at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/back-to-business-education-series-tickets-69952428597?aff=ebdssbeac Ripon Rotary Club Ripon Rotary Club December 11, 2019 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Spring Creek Golf and Country Club, Spring Creek Drive, Ripon, CA, United States Bethany Home Choir Bethany Home Choir December 11, 2019 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church, 333 S Wilma Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA Come and enjoy a beautiful afternoon of Christmas Music performed by the Bethany Christmas Choir. They will be presenting their performance of “ The Joy of the Season!” So come celebrate the birth of Christ. December 11th at 2:00pm at Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church 333 S. Wilma Ave. Ripon. A time of fellowship will follow. • • • •	12 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm Christmas Light Parade Christmas Light Parade December 12, 2019 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Downtown Ripon Join us for the 4th Annual Christmas Light Parade. The theme this year will be Peace on Earth. Calvary Reformed Church: Celebrate Recovery Calvary Reformed Church: Celebrate Recovery December 12, 2019 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Calvary Reformed Church 724 W. 2nd Street Ripon, CA A recovery program based on the 8 principles from the Beatitudes . Dinner Optionis 5:30-6:15pm $5, kids 12 & under free • • •	13 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm •	14 10th Annual Toy Drive 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5, 2019 8:00 am – December 14, 2019 5:00 pm 142 S Stockton Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, USA 10th Annual Toy Drive November 5th-December 14th Please bring new unwrapped toys for ages 0-14 Drop off locations-Ripon: McManis Family Vineyards-18700 E. River Rd. Ripon Fire Department-142 S. Stockton Ave All toys are donated to the UC Davis & Sutter Memorial Pediatric Units- Last year over 1,500 toys were donated! Thank you for your continued support. Ripon Fire Department Closed for lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm Ripon Rides Bike ride Ripon Rides Bike ride December 14, 2019 9:00 am – 10:30 am Schemper's Ace Hardware parking lot Ripon Rides Bike ride every Saturday Schemper’s Ace Hardware Parking lot A 1-1 ½ hour 10-13mph bike ride around the area. Contact Emily: eaufdermaur@gmail.com for info Free Ripon/Manteca Moves Information Meeting Free Ripon/Manteca Moves Information Meeting December 14, 2019 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Ripon Memorial Library, 333 W Main St, Ripon, CA 95366, USA The cost for the 20 week season is $119 for first-timers and includes a paid entry for “Ripon’s Run”, a $70 value alone, which is being held on May 2, 2020. Ripon’s Run offers a choice of half marathon (13.1 miles), 10K (6.2 miles), and 5K (3.1 miles) distances. First workout of the season will be held on January 1st, 2020, 6:15 p.m at the Ripon High School Track. The group will then continue to meet on the following Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings in different locations. More information can be found at RipManMoves.org 5th Annual Christmas and Caring Ball Fundraiser 5th Annual Christmas and Caring Ball Fundraiser December 14, 2019 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm Refuge Church, 486 Button Ave, Manteca, CA 95336, USA VOICES FOR THE KING 10th annual Christmas Concert VOICES FOR THE KING 10th annual Christmas Concert December 14, 2019 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Immanuel CRC 517 Orange Ave VOICES FOR THE KING 10th annual Christmas Concert Immanuel CRC 517 Orange Ave Christmas Concert & audience participation in Christmas Carols A free-will offering will be received to benefit Bethany Christian Services. • • • • •	15
16 Ripon Branch Library Chess Club Ripon Branch Library Chess Club December 16, 2019 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Ripon Memorial Library Ripon Branch Library Chess Club If you like to play chess, would like to learn to play, or enjoy playing with others, then you will love our chess club! All levels of experience are welcome. For kids age 9 and up, teens, and adults. •	17 Senior Center Bingo Senior Center Bingo December 17, 2019 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Ripon Senior Center, 433 S Wilma Ave, Ripon, CA 95366, United States Doors open at 5pm Games start at 6pm Snack Bar available 10 regular games, early and late game. $50.00 jackpots $100.00 Blackout Bingo Free Ripon/Manteca Moves Information Meeting Free Ripon/Manteca Moves Information Meeting December 17, 2019 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Ripon Memorial Library, 333 W Main St, Ripon, CA 95366, USA The cost for the 20 week season is $119 for first-timers and includes a paid entry for “Ripon’s Run”, a $70 value alone, which is being held on May 2, 2020. Ripon’s Run offers a choice of half marathon (13.1 miles), 10K (6.2 miles), and 5K (3.1 miles) distances. First workout of the season will be held on January 1st, 2020, 6:15 p.m at the Ripon High School Track. The group will then continue to meet on the following Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings in different locations. • •	18 Ripon Rotary Club Ripon Rotary Club December 18, 2019 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Spring Creek Golf and Country Club, Spring Creek Drive, Ripon, CA, United States Ripon Branch Library Lego Club Ripon Branch Library Lego Club December 18, 2019 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Ripon Memorial Library Ripon Branch Library Lego Club Lego Club is for all children one and up. No sign-up or membership required. Just drop-in and build something cool! Each session we come up with a theme to direct the building, but you can make what you want. All we ask is to share the pieces, help fellow builder, have fun, and clean up when you’re done. • •	19 Calvary Reformed Church: Celebrate Recovery Calvary Reformed Church: Celebrate Recovery December 19, 2019 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Calvary Reformed Church 724 W. 2nd Street Ripon, CA A recovery program based on the 8 principles from the Beatitudes . Dinner Optionis 5:30-6:15pm $5, kids 12 & under free •	20 Downtown Committee Downtown Committee December 20, 2019 8:00 am – 9:00 am Ripon Consolidated Fire Department The mission of the Downtown Committee is to realize the vision of a vibrant and vital downtown through collaboration and cooperation with Chamber members, downtown businesses, and local government. If you are interested in joining this committee please call the Chamber Office at (209)599-7519. •	21 Ripon Veterinary Low Cost Vaccine Clinic Ripon Veterinary Low Cost Vaccine Clinic December 21, 2019 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm 134 W Main St, Ripon, CA 95366, USA Ripon Veterinary Clinic puts on a low cost vaccine clinic every 3rd Saturday of the month from 1pm-3pm. It is first come first served and CASH ONLY! •	22
23 Chamber Closed Chamber Closed December 23, 2019 – January 5, 2020 Ripon Branch Library Chess Club Ripon Branch Library Chess Club December 23, 2019 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Ripon Memorial Library Ripon Branch Library Chess Club If you like to play chess, would like to learn to play, or enjoy playing with others, then you will love our chess club! All levels of experience are welcome. For kids age 9 and up, teens, and adults. Ripon Sip & Knit Ripon Sip & Knit December 23, 2019 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Round Table Pizza 150 N. Wilma Ave. Ripon Ripon Sip & Knit Round Table Pizza 150 N. Wilma Ave. Meets the 4th Monday of each month. All are welcome to bring a project & learn a craft. Contact Emily: eaufdermaur@gmail.comfor more info • • •	24 Chamber Closed Chamber Closed December 23, 2019 – January 5, 2020 •	25 Chamber Closed Chamber Closed December 23, 2019 – January 5, 2020 •	26 Chamber Closed Chamber Closed December 23, 2019 – January 5, 2020 Calvary Reformed Church: Celebrate Recovery Calvary Reformed Church: Celebrate Recovery December 26, 2019 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Calvary Reformed Church 724 W. 2nd Street Ripon, CA A recovery program based on the 8 principles from the Beatitudes . Dinner Optionis 5:30-6:15pm $5, kids 12 & under free • •	27 Chamber Closed Chamber Closed December 23, 2019 – January 5, 2020 •	28 Chamber Closed Chamber Closed December 23, 2019 – January 5, 2020 •	29 Chamber Closed Chamber Closed December 23, 2019 – January 5, 2020 •
30 Chamber Closed Chamber Closed December 23, 2019 – January 5, 2020 Ripon Branch Library Chess Club Ripon Branch Library Chess Club December 30, 2019 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Ripon Memorial Library Ripon Branch Library Chess Club If you like to play chess, would like to learn to play, or enjoy playing with others, then you will love our chess club! All levels of experience are welcome. For kids age 9 and up, teens, and adults. • •	31 Chamber Closed Chamber Closed December 23, 2019 – January 5, 2020 •

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