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Wednesday

Tai Chi for Health Classes 9 to 10 a.m., McBride Center, 91 Town Square Place, Vacaville. Low-impact exercise for students 50 and older. Fee, preregistration required. Info: 469-6672.

Free Tax Service 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Fairfield Senior Center, 1200 Civic Center Drive. An AARP Tax-Aide volunteer will prepare and e-file taxes. Low- and middle-income taxpayers and seniors will receive special attention. Bring ID card, Social Security cards, all W-2s, 1099s, copy of property tax bills, and prior year tax documents.

Free Job Search Assistance Workshop 9:45 to 11 a.m., Workforce Investment Board, 320 Campus Lane, Fairfield. Reservations: 863-3551.

Travel Presentation 10 a.m., Fairfield Senior Center, Christiansen Room, 1200 Civic Center Drive, Suite 102. Free. Presents will showcase trips planned for the next year and beyond. Info: Jane Kibbey, 429-6921.

Pinnacle Possibilities for Teens 3 to 6 p.m., Matt Garcia Learning Center, 230 Atlantic Ave., Fairfield. For ages 12 to 18. Helping teens to cultivate self-expression through exposure to art, entertainment and professional guest speakers. Classes in yoga and different styles of dance will be taught. Info: 430-8493, www.pinnaclepossibilitiesforteens.com.

Storytime at Library 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Fairfield Civic Center Library, meeting room, 1150 Kentucky St. Diane Ferlatte will tell family friendly folk stories. Info: labeckmeyer@solanocounty.com.

Homework Help for Children 4 to 5:45 p.m., Fairfield Cordelia Library, 5050 Business Center Drive. Free. Info: 866-57ASKUS, www.solanolibrary.com.

Public Interests Session for Rockville Trials 5 to 7 p.m., Fairfield Center for Creative Arts, 1035 Texas St. Gather comments from public regarding the future of Rockville Trails property. Info: Deanna Mott, 432-0150, ext. 205; deanna@solanolandtrust.org.

Moose Lodge Bingo 5:30 p.m. (quickies), 6:30 p.m. (early bird) and 7 p.m., Fairfield Moose Lodge, 623 Taylor St. Info: 422-3245.

Fairfield Coin Club 5:30 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, 1405 Kentucky St., Fairfield. Guest speakers, coin drawings, numismatic programs, and refreshments. Info: 384-3793, 745-6385.

Rio Vista Democratic Club to Honor former Rio Vista Mayor Marci Coglianese 6 p.m., The Nines Restaurant on Trilogy, 1000 Summerset Drive, Rio Vista. 11th Assembly District Representative Jim Frazier and Rio Vista Mayor Norman Richardson will be guest speakers. Fee. RSVP, info: Bob or Marie Johnson, 374-6650.

Epilepsy Support Group 6 to 7:30 p.m., VacaValley Health Plaza, 1010 Nut Tree Road, Suite 290, Vacaville. The Epilepsy Foundation of California offers an opportunity to share support and learn about resources. Info: 800-632-3532.

Black History Month Concert 6:30 p.m., Fairview Elementary School, 800 First Street, Fairfield. Second- and third-grade choir will sing several songs and dance group will perform to “The Lion King” theme song in full costumes and masks. Info: 421-4165.

Solano 29ers Cribbage Club 6:30 p.m., Leisure Town Clubhouse, 100 Sequoia Drive, Vacaville. Learn and play cribbage with members of the American Cribbage Congress. Info: Jackie Doppelt at 447-7568.

Twin City Steppers Beginner’s Square Dance Class 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., Joseph Nelson Community Center, 611 Village Drive, Suisun City. First two classes are free. Open to individuals, couples and youth 10 and older. Info: Rick Tracy, 429-3637, richardatracy@comcast.net; Linda Lecee, 422-5170, lindal@aol.com.

Thursday

Black History Month Concert 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., Fairview Elementary School, 800 First Street, Fairfield. Second- and third-grade choir will sing several songs and dance group will perform to “The Lion King” theme song in full costumes and masks. Info: 421-4165.

Tai Chi for Seniors 8:45 to 9:45 a.m., Fairfield Senior Center, Round Table Room, 1200 Civic Center Drive. Meditation and deep breathing benefits the entire body by reducing stress, alleviating arthritis and increasing muscle strength. Enrollment required. Fee. Info: 429-6291.

Senior Day Program 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Fairfield Senior Center, 1200 Civic Center Drive. Supervised activities for persons with cognitive or physical impairments. Enrollment required. Fee. Info: 428-7654.

Getting Back to Work Group 1:30 p.m., Vacaville Public Library Cultural Center, 1020 Ulatis Drive. Group of and for job seekers share information to find work. Info: Lani Clarke, laclarke@solanocounty.com.

2013 Plug-in and Electric Vehicle Showcase 3 to 5 p.m., Kroc Center, 586 East Wigeon Way, Suisun City. East Bay Clean Cities Coalition in conjunction with the NorCal Northern Nevada Chapter of NAFA and the Municipal Equipment Maintenance Association. Learn about the various plug-in vehicles that are available and the equipment needed to charge them. Vehicle and charging units on display along with manufacturer representatives on hand to answer questions and demonstrate products. Info: Rochelle Sanchez, rochelle.sanchez@usw.salvationarmy.org.

Hip Hop Hustle 5 p.m., Kroc Center, 586 E. Wigeon Way, Suisun City. Burn calories and drop pounds with easy-to-follow hip-hop and dance moves. Info: www.GoKroc.org.

PAL Boxing 5:30 p.m., Matt Garcia Youth Center, 250 Travis Blvd., Fairfield. No special equipment is necessary. Annual fee. Info: 422-6288.

Town Hall Meeting 7 to 8:30 p.m., Travis Credit Union, community room, 1 Travis Way, Vacaville. Heather Gass will speak on how Plan Bay Area will impact taxes, schools and private property. Info: Doris Robinson, 552-3257.

Mare Island Toastmasters 7:30 to 9 p.m., Merrill Gardens Retirement Community, 2nd floor annex, common room, 350 Locust Drive, Vallejo. Info: 644-4204, www.mareisland.toastmastersclubs.org.

Coming up

Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Fairfield Cordelia Library, 5050 Business Center Drive. All-day event with special guests from community, crafts and fun activities. Info: Kristen Murray, 866-572-7587.

Yippie Foundation “Tri-For-Fun” Fundraiser 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, 24 Hour Fitness, 1519 Gateway Blvd., Fairfield. Participate in a 200-yard swim, 5k walk/run and 15-mile spin class. For ages 12 and older. Fee. Info: www.yippieyogurt.org, 421-7247.

Pet Adoption Faire 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Pet Club, 5125 Business Center Drive, Fairfield. Solano County Animal Rescue Foundation has dogs and cats available for adoption. Info: tm2004@comcast.net or 864-9688.

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