and domestic animals in an environment that includes them all; about half of California is mountain lion country with sightings in the Lodi area.In November, AAUW will return to its regular meeting time of 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday at the United Congregational Christian Church.Foster parent meetingThe San Joaquin County Human Services Agency is having an orientation/informational meeting for prospective foster parents on Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Radisson Hotel, 2323 Grand Canal Blvd., Stockton. For more information, call 465-KIDS.Blood driveLodi Memorial Hospital and Delta Blood Bank are having a blood drive on Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at in classrooms A and B at 975 S. Fairmont Ave., Lodi. All who register to donate will receive a Delta Blood Bank 2006 calendar and be entered to win a dinner for two at California Pizza Kitchen. Blood donors must be at least 17 years of age and weigh a minimum of 110 pounds. First time donors must present a drivers license, military I.D. or passport. For more information about donating blood, call (888) 94BLOOD.Historical society programThe Lodi Historical Society ishaving a program on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the senior center at Hutchins Street Square, 125 S. Hutchins St. Muriel Tsukamoto will speak about the Japanese internment. Bob Fletcher and Joan Nakashima will share about their lives in California during this time in U.S. history. Refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome.Art center lectureThe Lodi Art Center is holding a demonstration and lecture on Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the community room at the Lodi Public Library. Lynn Slade will feature her artwork, “Washi,” which is a combination of watercolor and rice papers.Physical therapy sessionDelta Physical Therapy is offering a free session on physical therapy for pregnancy and low back pain, pelvic pain and incontinence on Wednesday at 6 p.m. at 1067 C. St., No. 110, Galt. For more information,call 952-0470.International Studies forumThe School of International Studies at the University of the Pacific is having a free forum on Wednesday at noon in the George Wilson Hall. Former Diplomat, John Brown, will speak on “Does Public Diplomacy Have Conscience?” Everyone is welcome.