Community Corner
🌱 Which October Turlock Library events are perfect for your family?
Coming up: California State University at Stanislaus State Soccer Men on the Turlock Patch calendar
Good morning Turlock! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Which October Turlock Library events are perfect for your family?
- How did Turlock and Pitman golfers fare against a national champion?
- What should Turlock residents do after a local West Nile death?
Also on today's calendar: 14th Annual MoSt Poetry Festival Featuring Juan Luzuriaga and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Hot with sunshine, with a high of 96 and low of 59 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Partly sunny and hot, temps: high: 94, low: 58.
- Saturday: Sunny and very hot, with a high of 99 and low of 62 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Spider webs, pumpkins and fall landscape creations highlight October library events (turlockjournal.com) — Turlock families can look forward to a full month of hands-on fun at the Turlock Library, from monster art projects and LEGO stop-motion to pumpkin parties, chess, and video game days. With activities tailored for toddlers through adults and clear dates, times, and age ranges, it's an easy way to plug into free, creative programs right in town this October. 
2. Reigning U.S. Amateur champ Asterisk Talley wins Yellowjacket Invitational (turlockjournal.com) — A major girls golf invitational at Turlock Golf & Country Club saw national standout Asterisk Talley dominate the field, while Turlock High and Pitman golfers battled tough conditions on their home-area course. Local players like Brianna Cuenca and Clarissa Vallejo posted solid rounds as Turlock finished 11th and Pitman eighth, offering a clear snapshot of how both programs stack up midseason.
3. West Nile virus death reported in Stanislaus County (turlockjournal.com) — Stanislaus County has recorded its first West Nile virus-related death of 2026, and local officials are urging residents, including those in Turlock, to step up mosquito precautions. With elevated virus activity across the region, you're encouraged to use repellent, eliminate standing water, report dead birds, and call the Turlock Mosquito Abatement District if you notice mosquito problems in your neighborhood.
4. Why are data centers controversial? Valley experts explain water, power and jobs (fresnobee.com) — Data centers are becoming a hot topic in Central Valley politics, including Turlock's election discussions, as residents weigh potential jobs against big demands for water and electricity. Local experts explain what questions Turlock leaders should ask about infrastructure costs, environmental impacts, and long-term employment before saying yes or no to any proposal that might land near your neighborhood.
📸 Around Turlock
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Turlock
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★ Featured events ★
- California State University at Stanislaus State Soccer Men →
Warrior Stadium, 1 University Circle, Turlock
4:00 pm
Friday October 2
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Other local events
- JV/VAR Football @ Grace Davis
Grace M. Davis High School, 1200 W Rumble Rd, Modesto
5:00 pm - 14th Annual MoSt Poetry Festival Featuring Juan Luzuriaga →
Carnegie Arts Center, 250 North Broadway, Turlock - Frosh Girls Volleyball vs Orestimba
Orestimba High School, 707 Hardin Rd, Newman
8:00 am - 14th Annual MoSt Poetry Festival - Come to the Table! A Bilingual Poetry Workshop with Juan Luzuriaga →
Carnegie Arts Center, 250 N. Broadway, Turlock
9:30 am - TLAY California All Breeds Bull Sale →
10430 N Lander Ave, Turlock
12:00 pm - Witch Walk Sip & Stroll ~ Downtown Turlock →
Little Red Door, 340 East Main Street, Turlock
2:00 pm - Western Bound at Ten Pin Fun Center →
Ten Pin Fun Center, 3700 Countryside Dr, Turlock
7:00 pm - Sip & Paint →
TaZa, 112 Bonita Avenue, Turlock - Turlock Unity Day Planning Meeting →
Salvation Army Salt Room, 893 Lander Ave, Turlock
11:00 am - F/JV/VAR Girls Volleyball vs. Pacheco
Central Valley High school, 4033 Central Ave, Ceres
4:30 pm - Understanding Proposition 19 →
WFG Turlock, 1550 Fulkerth Road, Turlock
Friday October 2
Saturday October 3
Sunday October 4
Monday October 5
Thursday October 8
📣 Turlock Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. posted a job opening for Cook / Molder Operator in Turlock. Apply here.
- Driveline posted a job opening for Flex Merchandiser in Turlock. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Turlock here.
Ok Turlock! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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