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MUSEUMS FOR MILITARY | MONTEREY – The National Endowment of the Arts has designated the Monterey Museum of Art, along with dozens of others across the country, as “Blue Star Museums” offering free admission to active duty military and their families through Labor Day (Sept. 3). MMA, 559 Pacific St. 372-5477, www.arts.gov/bluestarmuseums

FRIDAY 7 | 6

THE FUTURE OF SVMH | SALINAS – Assemblyman Luis Alejo, D-Watsonville, hosts a community discussion on the future of Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, which is considering a merger with Natividad Medical Center. 4-6pm. Boronda Meadows Elementary School, 915 Larkin St. Free. 759-8676, www.svmh.com/about/planningourfuturetogether.aspx

SATURDAY 7 | 7

CANCER PREVENTION TALK | MONTEREY – Dr. Thomas Bradley presents on the benefits and risks of cancer screening, genetic testing and the latest prevention tips. 2-3pm. Monterey Sports Center, Studio 1, 301 E. Franklin St. Free. 646-3730.

MONDAY 7 | 9

EMPOWERING GIRLS | SALINAS – This two-week camp for girls ages 9-14 offers workshops on positive body image, health, self defense, and drug and alcohol abuse prevention. Apply in advance. Salinas Recreation Center, 320 Lincoln Ave. $200. 772-0882, www.girlsinccc.org

TUESDAY 7 | 10

CYPRESS KNOLLS, REVISITED | MARINA – The city of Marina hosts developer Silverado Homes to discuss preliminary project concepts for a senior community at Cypress Knolls. 6:30-9pm. City Council Chambers, 211 Hillcrest Ave. Free. 384-7324 ext. 223, www.ci.marina.ca.us/CypressKnolls

WEDNESDAY 7 | 11

STATE BUDGET TOWN HALL | MONTEREY – MPC instructor/NPS program coordinator Nick Tomb moderates a town hall with Assemblyman Bill Monning, D-Carmel, on legislative priorities and budget cuts. 6-7:30pm. Monterey Institute, 426 Van Buren St., Morse Building room B104. Free. 649-2832, www.asmdc.org/members/a27