What's going on in Loomis?

TonightCommunity actors, ages 14 through adult, are invited to audition to participate in a series of plays at 7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 26, at McLaughlin Studios. Plays include comedy, drama and mystery. Auditions are once per season for up to three acting workshops with performances. Participation fee includes, rehearsal, technical staff, promotion and facilities. For more information, call 652-6377 or mtctheatre@att.net.FridayThe Loomis Friends of the Library book sale is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday Jan. 27; and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday Jan. 28, at the Loomis Library. Prices are three hardback books for $1, or five soft-cover books for $1.SaturdayA book sale fundraiser will be held for Loaves and Fishes Pets of the Homeless from 8 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Jan. 28; and Sunday, Jan. 29, at 2166 Swetzer Rd., in Penryn. For more information call 663-1608 or email lyn4animal@aol.com.UpcomingTax-Aide is scheduling appointments now for free federal and state tax preparation on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons beginning in February at the Loomis Library. The service is sponsored by the IRS and AARP and is available to all taxpayers, regardless of age, excluding those who have farm or rental property income or home offices. Appointments must be reserved in advance by calling 652-5429. The Penryn Parent Teacher Club presents Penryn Cowboy Dinner and Big Bucks Saloon Night from 6 to 11 p.m., Friday, Feb. 3, at the Blue Goose Event Center. The event includes a catered dinner, saloon games, live auction and a raffle. Tickets are $35 if purchased in advance, and $40 after Jan. 27. Tickets are available at Penryn Elementary School. For more information, call 663-3993.Second Blessings thrift shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 2; Friday, Feb 3; and Saturday, Feb. 4, at Loomis Congregational Church, 6440 King Rd. Donated items, except large furniture, will also be accepted at that time. The South Placer Republican Women Federated luncheon is at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 4, at Sierra View Country Club, 105 Alta Vista Ave., in Roseville. The cost is $20 per person; $10 for first-time guests. For reservations call 644-1959, or email junelevans@yahoo.com.Gold Country Wildlife Rescue, which has an intake facility in Loomis, will hold an orientation and training for new volunteers from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 4 at Canyonview Community Center in Auburn.American Legion – John A. Stacker Post 775 presents the 19th annual Cioppino Dinner at 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 4, at the Blue Goose Fruit Shed Event Center. Tickets are $35 each and dinner includes salad, bread, pasta and cioppino. A raffle will be held. For tickets or more information, call 798-8586 or 652-3539.Keep The Beat, a spaghetti dinner benefit for Tanner Keller who is awaiting a heart transplant, will be held from 5 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 8, at the Blue Goose Event Center. Tickets are $8 each, or $30 per family.