Calendar: Events in and around Modesto

COFFEEHOUSES

MODESTO BAHA'I CENTER

(209) 579-1946

First and third Fridays, Cafe Night. 1100 Carver Road, Suite 10.

HUGHSON COFFEECOMPANY

(209) 883-0828

Ongoing live music. 6724 E. Whitmore, Suite J.

QUEEN BEAN COFFEE HOUSE

(209) 521-8000

Oct. 27, Moon Trent show; Sundays, open mic. 1126 14th St., Modesto.

COMEDY

BOB HOPE THEATRE

Oct. 12, Bob & Tom Comedy All-Stars Tour. 242 E. Main St., Stockton. (209) 337-4673.

Elsewhere:

PUNCH LINE

415-397-0644

Oct. 12-13, James Adomian; Oct. 16, Jamie Kilstein; Oct. 17, The Dinosaurs of Comedy; Oct. 18-20, Josh Blue; Oct. 23-24, Neal Brennan; Oct. 25-27, Brent Weinbach; Oct. 30, Dan Mintz. 444 Battery St., San Francisco. www.punchlinecomedyclub.com

COBB'S COMEDY CLUB

415-928-4320

Oct. 12, ¡Satiristas!; Oct. 13, Green Room Live! ; Oct. 14, Kelly Carlin's "A Carlin Home Companion"; Oct. 17-18 Maria Bamford; Oct. 19-21, Maz Jobrani. 915 Columbus Ave., San Francisco. www.cobbscomedyclub.com

PUNCH LINE

916-925-5500

Oct. 12-14, Bret Ernst; Oct. 18-21, Paul Mooney; Oct. 24, The Real (Funny) Housewives of Rio Linda. 2100 Arden Way, Sacramento. www.punchlinecomedyclub.com

FILM

MOVIE AFTERNOON AT THE LIBRARY

Oct. 20

Movie presentation of "Diary of a Wimpy Kid." 2 p.m. Oakdale library, 151 S. First Ave. Free. (209) 847-4204.

MOVIE AND DINNER AT THE LIBRARY

Oct. 22

Bring your own dinner and enjoy a presentation of the 2007 musical hit "Hairspray." 5:30 p.m. Salida library, 4835 Sisk Road. Free. (209) 543-7353.

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

Oct. 23

Movie presentation is "Scooby-Doo." 6 p.m. Salida library, 4835 Sisk Road. Free. (209) 543-7353.

FESTIVALS & FAIRS

OCTOBERFEST

Oct. 12

Traditional Octoberfest menu featuring bratwurst, sauerkraut, German potato salad. Poolside event. SOS Club, 819 Sunset Ave., Modesto.

HARVEST FESTIFALL

Oct. 13-14

Country crafts, demonstrations of skills, music and dancing, 9 a.m. pumpkin drop. Games for kids, a scarecrow making booth and an Outdoor Movie Saturday night. Sponsored by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Columbia Historic State Park, Main and State streets. Free. (209) 536-1672 .

RIVERBANK CHEESE & WINE EXPOSITION

Oct. 13-14

36th annual event. Over 200 vendors consisting of arts and crafts and food booths. Wine and cheese tasting.10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Downtown Riverbank, Riverbank.

EGYPTIAN FESTIVAL '12

Oct. 19-21

Egyptian cuisine, church tours, clothes boutiques, henna tattoos, face painting, kids' games, raffle and live Egyptian music. 4-8 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church, 315 S. Orange St., Ripon. Free. (209) 918-6605.

HARVEST FESTIVAL

Oct. 20

Pumpkin patch, pumpkin decorating, pumpkin carving, food vendors, live, local music; craft vendors; Student Poster Contest; art show. meet the artists, fashion show and kids activities. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Downtown Modesto Free. (209) 529-9303.

ALL HALLOWS FANTASY FAIRE

Oct. 20-21

Celtic-inspired Halloween celebration with giants, jugglers, magicians and fire eaters. Costumed characters, live entertainment, food and arts and craft vendors. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. Mother Lode Fairgrounds, 220 Southgate Drive, Sonora. $12 advance; $15 gate; $5 children ages 6-12; free for age 5 and under.

OKTOBERFEST

Oct. 21

Hermann Sons Oktoberfest featuring German dinner, beer and dancing. 1-6 p.m. Eagles Hall, 126 Camellia Way, Modesto. $15. (209) 524-1317 or (209) 571-2667.

OAKDALE CLIMBERS FESTIVAL

Oct. 26-28

Festival for climbers and outdoor enthusiasts featuring guest speakers, presentations, climbing wall, manufacturer displays. 6 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. Oakdale Community Center, 110 S. 2nd St. Free if pre-registered; $20 at the door.

GALLO CENTERFOR THE ARTS

BACH & RAVEL

Oct. 12-13

Celebrate the start of the Modesto Symphony Orchestra's 82nd season with Music Director David Lockington and classical music's two most respected composers, Johann Sebastian Bach & Maurice Ravel.8 p.m. $33-$67.

"PRISONER OF PASSION"

Oct. 14

The Bible takes on a new dynamic in this touching drama. 3 p.m. $15-$35.

WINE COUNTRY EVENING

Oct. 18

Sponsored by the Modesto Kiwanis and Howard Training Center. Wine tasting, hors d'oevres, silent auction, raffle drawings and door prizes. Over-21 event. 5:30-8:30 p.m. $35, presale only. (209) 499-1825 or (209) 593-5618.

"THAT'S SHOWBIZ!"

Oct. 19

All your showbiz favorites mixed into one irresistible cocktail. Presented by Central West Ballet. 7 p.m. $19-$54.

ANJELAH JOHNSON

Oct. 20

Comedienne Anjelah Johnson became an Internet sensation with her viral video "Nail Salon". 8 p.m. $25-$35.

GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA

Oct. 23

Presented by the Modesto Community Concert Association. 7 p.m. $15-$30.

ROGER HODGSON

Oct. 27

Legendary voice, writer and arranger of most of Supertramp's greatest hits. 8 p.m. $39-$89.

BILL ENGVALL

Oct. 28

Comedian who was part of the enormously successful Blue Collar Comedy concert films. 3 and 7 p.m. $29-$79.

"THE SLEEPING BEAUTY"

Oct. 28

Timeless fairy tale which pits evil against the powers of knowledge and courage. Recommended for grades K-5. 2 and 4 p.m. $8-$15.

The Gallo Center for the Arts is at 1000 I St., Modesto. Box office (209) 338-2100. www.galloarts.org.

MUSIC

THE MODESTO TRADITIONAL JAZZ SOCIETY

Noon jam sets; 1 p.m. featured band. Third Sundays. Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 1612 Sisk Road, Modesto. $8-$12. (209) 524-3517.

CHORAL CONCERT

Oct. 12

7:30 p.m. California State University, Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $8-$12. (209) 667-3421.

JOHNNY CASHTRIBUTE CONCERT

Oct. 12

Featuring James Garner. 8 p.m. Merced Theatre, 301 W. Main St. $20 and up.

"WHO IS THAT MASKED MAN?"

Oct. 12

Music of Broadway and film presented by the Merced College Band. 7 p.m. Merced College Theater, 3600 M Street. $8 general; $5 students and seniors. (209) 384-6284.

ART, WINE AND MUSIC

Oct. 13

Art and Wine fair followed by concert featuring Boney James, Travis Vega and Nathalia Susoeff. 3-7 p.m. fair;8 p.m. concert. Bob Hope Theatre, 242 E. Main St., Stockton. $29.50 and $49.50. (209) 846-5777.

UKE JAMZ

Oct. 13

A community-based ukulele strum and sing-along. All ages and skill levels are welcome, as are other acoustic instruments. 10:30 a.m. Carnegie Arts Center, 250 N. Broadway, Turlock.

MASTERS CLASS WORKSHOP

Oct. 14

Local vocalists will sing for Master Teacher and International soloist Robin Fisher. Pianist Hatem Nadim will accompany the participants. Part of the 36th annual Sonora Bach Festival. 2-4 p.m. Church of the 49ers, 11155 Jackson St., Columbia. $25. (209) 536-6330.

THE BANDOLEROS

Oct. 14

4 p.m. Mancini Bowl, Graceada Park, Modesto. $30 advance; $40 door. (209) 565-2272.

TINGSTAD & RUMBEL

Oct. 14

Americana acoustic duo. Part of the Congregation Beth Shalom Sunday Afternoon Concert series. 3 p.m. Congregation Beth Shalom, 1705 Sherwood Ave., Modesto. $7-$20 single concert; $50-$60 series. (209) 571-6060.

CHAMBER ORCHESTRA AND WIND ENSEMBLE CONCERT

Oct. 18

7:30 p.m. California State University, Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall,1 University Circle, Turlock. $8-$12. (209) 667-3421.

ED HILL AND THE SONGFELLOWS QUARTET

Oct. 18

Also featuring Sheri Stambaugh and The Richland Trio. 7 p.m. North Modesto Church, 1918 Sherwood Ave. Free. (209) 538-3838.

MARIPOSA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Oct. 20

Classical masterpieces will highlight the opening concert of the Mariposa Symphony Orchestra's 2012-13 season. 7 p.m. Mariposa County High School, Fiester Auditorium. $6 adults: $4 students. (209) 966-3155.

LOCALS CONCERT

Oct. 21

Local musicians will be featured in concert format. Part of the 36th annual Sonora Bach Festival. 3 p.m. Church of the 49ers, 11155 Jackson St., Columbia. (209) 563-6330.

TRIO BRIO

Oct. 21

Harp, flute and viola trio. Part of the Manteca Kindred Arts Association concert series. 3 p.m. St. Paul's United Methodist Church, North and Powers streets, Manteca. $5-$15 individual tickets; $45-$100 season series. (209) 823-2570.

GUEST ARTIST RECITAL

Oct. 26

Jenni Samuelson, soprano. 7:30 p.m. California State University, Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $8-$12. (209) 667-3421.

JONI MORRIS PRESENTS PATSY CLINE

Oct. 26

Joni Morris and her (Jordanaires singing style) band After Midnight pay tribute to the queen of country music. 7:30 p.m. Turlock Community Theatre, 1574 E. Canal Drive, Turlock. $25 adults; $15 students; season tickets $60-$130.

STATE THEATRE

FILM: "ROBOT AND FRANK"

Through Oct. 15

The story of the relationship between a retired jewel thief and a present from his son: a robot more relentless than an alarm clock. Call for times.

LEO KOTTKE

Oct. 12

Innovative acoustic guitar virtuoso. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. $32-$38.

FILM: "CELESTE AND JESSE FOREVER"

Oct. 13-25

Romantic comedy. Call for times.

THE STARS OF BEATLEMANIA

Oct. 14

Show features the original cast members from the No. 1 national touring show, a celebration of the music of the Beatles. 2 p.m. doors; 3 p.m. show. $45 adults; $39 seniors; $15 children.

LIVE BROADCAST OF THE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATES

Oct. 16

90-minute, live broadcast of the second of three presidential debates. President Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney will face off in a town hall at Hofstra University in Hempstead, N.Y. 5:30 p.m. doors;6 p.m. program. Free.

FILM: "REALITY BITES"

Oct. 18

First-time director Ben Stiller explores post-collegiate malaise in this tender, irreverent romance. October's Singles Mixer and Film Night feature. 7 p.m.

FILM: "STARS IN SHORTS"

Oct. 19-31

Collection of short films. Call for times.

FILM: "THE NIGHT OF THE HUNTER"

Oct. 21

Suspense classic presented by the Modesto Film Society. 3 p.m.

FILM: "FIDO"

Oct. 27

Canadian comedy. Timmy Robinson's best friend in the whole wide world is a 6-foot-tall rotting zombie named FIDO. 7 p.m. doors; 7:30 p.m. show. $3 advance; $5 door.

ANNUAL HALLOWEEN FETE & FILM FOR KIDS

Oct. 28

Treats, friendly ghosts, costume parade, goodie bags, storytelling from the state and a screening of Steven Spielberg's "E.T. - The Extraterrestrial." 2 p.m. doors; 2:45 p.m. costume parade; 3 p.m. film. $6 adults; $4 children under 12.

The State Theatre is at 1307 J St., Modesto. Call (209) 527-4697. www.thestate.org

TALENT

OPEN AUDITIONS

Oct. 14

Auditions for winter production of "Baby with the Bathwater." Performances scheduled for Jan. 25-Feb. 3. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Center Stage Conservatory, 948 11 St., Modesto. (209) 846-0179.

HAMLET AUDITIONS

Nov. 3

Merced ShakespeareFest is holding auditions for Hamlet. All roles open. Rehearsals will be January and February, with performances February-March. 10 a.m. Playhouse Merced, 452 W. Main St., Merced. (209) 723-3265.

THEATER

"THE SHAPE OF THINGS"

Through Oct. 14

Tony-nominated playwright Neil LaBute explores questions of romance, art, and morality in his darkly comic drama. 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. California State University, Stanislaus, University Mainstage, 801 W. Monte Vista, Turlock. $7-$10. (209) 667-3451.

"THE ODD COUPLE: THE FEMALE VERSION"

Oct. 12-28

Neil Simon's hilarious contemporary comic classic performed by the West Side Players. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $12 general; $15 reserved. (209) 862-4490.

"THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW"

Oct. 12-31

7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Playhouse Merced, 452 W. Main St., Merced. $8-$20. (209) 725-8587.

"OTHELLO"

Oct. 19-28

William Shakespeare's tragic tale of jealousy, revenge, racism and murder. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19-20, 26-27; 2 p.m. Oct. 21, 28. Modesto Junior College, Performing Arts Auditorium, 435 College Ave. $10 general; $8 students and seniors. (209) 575-6776.

"WAR OF THE ROSES"

Oct. 20

The second in the playwrights circle. Hear this original work and give feedback to the playwright. In this production the playwright marries the history of the Tudor War of the Roses with an Alice in Wonderland war of a similar nature: Red vs. White. 7 p.m. Center Stage Conservatory, 948 11 St., Modesto. $2. (209) 846-0179.

"AMY SEELEY AND THE MOLINE MADMEN"

Oct. 25-26

Critically acclaimed one-woman show about growing up in a small town with a race car driver father. 8 p.m. California State University, Stanislaus, University Mainstage, 801 W. Monte Vista, Turlock. $12-$15. (209) 667-3451.

"DISCOVERING SHAKESPEARE PLAYSHOP"

Oct. 27

Family theater workshop. Featuring performance of "A Midsummer Night's Dream." 1 p.m. Salida Branch Library, 4835 Sisk Road.

"VAUDEVILLE FOLLIES"

Oct. 27

Presented by The Fratello Marionettes. Bag meal included with admission. 4 p.m. Church of the 49ers, 11155 Jackson St., Columbia. $5-$15. (209) 532-3441.

"MY GIRLFRIEND'S BOYFRIEND"

Nov. 1

A one man show by Mike Birbiglia. 7:30 p.m. Turlock Community Theatre, 1574 E. Canal Drive, Turlock. $37-$36. (209) 668-1169.

"WINNIE THE POOH"

Nov. 2-4

A YES (Youth Entertainment Stage) Kidettes production. 7 p.m. Friday; 3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Downey Auditorium, 1000 Coffee Road, Modesto. $8-$12.

"MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Nov. 7

Shakespeare on Tour performance. Playshop to follow performance. 3:30 p.m. Salida Branch Library, 4835 Sisk Road.

"BUDDY"

March 2-April 21

The story of how the Buddy Holly became the world's top recording artist with a show that features Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper, plus more than 20 of Holly's greatest hits. Sierra Repertory Theatre 2013 season opening production. 8 p.m. Saturday; 7 p.m. Thursday-Friday; 2 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. East Sonora-Sierra Repertory Theatre, 13891 Mono Way, Sonora. $18-$30. (209) 532-0502.

ART

ALOFT ART GALLERY

(209) 588-8604

Oct. 13, "Extreme Fall Colors" with a demonstration, 5-8 p.m. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Thursday-Saturday; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. 167 S. Washington St., Sonora. www.aloftartgallery.com

ART ON MAIN

(209) 728-1888

Exhibits of local artists. Hours: Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 466-B Main St., Murphys.

BARKIN' DOG GRILL

(209) 572-2341

Oct. 18, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m. 940 11th St., Modesto.

BUILDING IMAGINATION CENTER

(209) 585-6712

Oct. 18, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m. 1009 J St., Modesto.

C'EST JOLI

(209) 324-7111

Ongoing art by Brad and Nancy Hawn. Gallery hours: 1 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 920 13th St., Modesto.

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, STANISLAUS, GALLERY

(209) 667-3186

Through Oct. 19; "Light Side/Dark Side". Gallery hours: Noon-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 6-9 p.m. Thursdays. 1 University Center, Turlock. Free.

CARNEGIE ARTS CENTER

(209) 632-5761

Through Oct. 21, "Yosemite Renaissance XXVII"; through Nov. 3, "States of Mind: Portraits by Martin Camarata". Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday.250 N. Broadway, Turlock. $5 general; $4 seniors.

CENTRAL CALIFORNIA ART ASSOCIATION AND MISTLIN GALLERY

(209) 529-3369

Through Nov. 8, "The Edges of Photography"; Oct. 18, Third Thursday Art Walk. Gallery hours: 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Friday; noon-4 p.m. Saturday. 1015 J St., Modesto. Free. www.ccartassn.org

CENTRAL SIERRA ARTS COUNCIL

(209) 532-2787

Oct. 12-21, 60th anniversary Juried Art Show and Exhibit. Artist reception, Oct. 12. 6-8 p.m. Organized and sponsored by the Mother Lode Art Association. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday; noon-4 p.m. Saturday & Sunday. 193 W. Washington St., Sonora.

CHARTREUSE MUSE GALLERY AND ART SCHOOL

(209) 522-0935

Oct. 18, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m. 918 10th St., Modesto. www.thechartreusemuse.com

CROW TRADING CO.

(209) 579-2173

Oct. 18, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m. 1208 J St. www.crowtrading.com

DEZIGNZ

(209) 846-0889

Oct. 18, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m. 1012 15th St., Modesto.

DOWNTOWNMERCED

(209) 658-2587

Oct. 20, Art Hop. 5-9 p.m. Merced.

DOWNTOWN MODESTO

(209) 529-9303

Oct. 18, Third Thursday Art Walk.5-9 p.m.

DOWNTOWN MURPHYS

(209) 736-0049

Fridays-Saturdays,11:30 am. Food and Wine Tours; Nov. 3-4, "Day of the Dead" celebration, traditional decorations, treats.

ESCALON LIBRARY

(209) 937-8362

Oct. 20-21, Fall Art Show hosted by the Oak Valley Art Society. Artist reception, 2-3 p.m. Sunday. Noon-5 p.m. Saturday; noon-2 p.m. Sunday. 1540 Second St. Free.

FIRST STREETFRAME CO.

(209) 667-7332

Ongoing, paintings and photographs. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. 226 N. First St., Turlock.

GALLERY 909

(209) 667-3959

Oct. 18, Third Thursday Art Walk. Ongoing, art by California State University, Stanislaus, students. 909 Tenth St., Modesto.

GALLERY CALAVERAS

(209) 754-1774

Through Nov. 3, "Wood, Weather and Antiquities." Gallery hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 22 Main St., San Andreas.

GREAT VALLEY MUSEUM

(209) 575-6196

Through Jan. 31, "Visions of the Underworld". 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday. 1100 Stoddard Ave. $1 admission.

INTRINSIC ELEMENTS

(209) 534-1702

Oct. 18, Third Thursday Art Walk.5-9 p.m. 1214 J St., Modesto.

McHENRY MUSEUM

(209) 577-5366

Through Oct. 13, Woodworkers Show; Oct. 25, Bibbity Bobbity Bunco, light refreshments, $20 per person, 6-9 p.m. Fund-raiser for McHenry Museum Guild; Through November, Crossroads Quilters Display. Exhibit hours: Tuesday-Sunday noon-4 p.m. 1402 I St., Modesto.

MERCED COLLEGE ART GALLERY

(209) 386-6644

Through Oct. 31, "It's Not All Peaches And Cream Out There ..." Gallery hours: 9:30-11:30 a.m.; noon-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday and by appointment. 3600 M St., Merced.

OAKDALE COWBOY MUSEUM

(209) 847-5263

Through December, "The Saddle, Tools of the Trade." 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 355 East F St., Oakdale. $1.

PAPER PLANES TATTOO AND ART STUDIO

(209) 324-1543

Oct. 18, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m. 1303 J St., Modesto.

PEER RECOVERY ARTS PROJECT

(209) 581-1695

Oct. 18, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m. 1222 J St., Modesto.

PETROGLYPHE GALLERY

Oct. 13, "Art on the Hill". Gallery Hours: 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. 8317 Main St., Mokelumne Hill.

REMEMBER WHEN

(209) 544-1385

Ongoing, 60 local artists. Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. 3012 McHenry Ave., Modesto.

STANISLAUS CLERK-RECORDER OFFICE

(209) 869-4804

Ongoing, Carol Earle and Eva Williams. Exhibit hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. 1021 I St., Modesto. Free.

TREWIN FRAMERY

(209) 818-6004

Ongoing, Rodney Lough Jr., Tom Pickurel, Chella, Edward Mendes.8 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays. 5170 Pentecost Drive, Suite 1, Modesto.

UNIQUE BOUTIQUES

(209) 523-3000

Ongoing, local artists. Exhibit hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 180 Leveland Lane, Modesto.

CASINO

CHICKEN RANCH

800-752-4646

16929 Chicken Ranch Road, Jamestown. www.chickenranchbingo.com

EAGLE MOUNTAIN

800-903-3353

Oct. 14, Los Temerarios; Oct. 20, Rodney Carrington. 681 South Tule Road, Porterville. www.eaglemtncasino.com

THUNDER VALLEY

877-468-8777

Oct. 19, Outlaws. 1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln. www.thundervalleycasino.com

CHUKCHANSI GOLD

866-794-6946

711 Lucky Lane, Coarsegold. www.chukchansigold.com

JACKSON RANCHERIA

800-822-9466

Oct. 18, Thunder from Down Under. 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson. www.jacksonrancheria.com

RED HAWK CASINO

888-573-3495

1 Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville. www.redhawkcasino.com

BLACK OAK

877-747-8777

Oct. 12-13, Busta Groove; Oct. 18, Jerome Kelly and Friends; Oct. 19, Aztlan; Oct. 20, Blaze of Glory. 19400 Tuolumne Road North, Tuolumne . www.blackoakcasino.com.

CACHE CREEK

800-772-2243

Oct. 13, Yolanda Del Rio; Oct. 20, Fall Vietnamese Show. 14455 Highway 16, Brooks. www.cachecreek.com

FOOD & FUN

SIERRA RAILROAD DINNER TRAIN

Ongoing

Murder Mystery Trains, Sunset Dinner and Wild West trains, Sunday brunch trains. Call or check website for times and prices. Sierra Railroad Golden Sunset and Daylight Trains, 330 S. Sierra Ave., Oakdale. 800-866-1690. www.sierrarailroad.com

VFW BREAKFAST

Ongoing

Sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars. 7:30-11 a.m. Sundays. Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall-Modesto, 2801 W. Hatch Road. $6. (209) 537-3360.

VFW DINNER

Ongoing

Friday night dinner hosted by the VFW Post 3199. 5-7 p.m. Fridays. Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall-Modesto, 2801 W. Hatch Road. Small donation. (209) 537-3360.

HISTORY CENTERBREAKFAST

Ongoing

Presented by Northern Mariposa County History Center. Eggs, ham or sausage, all-you-can-eat pancakes and fresh fruit. 8-11 a.m. Second Sundays. Coulterville School House, Broadway and Cemetery. $5 adults; $3 children.

RIPON VFW FRIDAY NIGHT DINNERS

Ongoing

Hosted by Ripon VFW Post 1051. 5:30-7 p.m. Fridays. Veterans of Foreign Wars - Ripon, 12455 W. Ripon Road. Small donation required. (209) 599-6815.

MERCED CERTIFIED FARMERS' MARKET

Ongoing

8 a.m.-noon. Saturday. 19th and N Streets, Merced. (209) 667-2916.

FOE BREAKFAST

Ongoing

Hosted by Fraternal Order of Eagles. 8-11 a.m. First Sundays. Eagles Hall, 126 Camellia Way, Modesto. $5. (209) 577-2298.

STEAK NIGHT

Ongoing

Steak dinner, full salad bar, no-host bar. Hosted by the Fraternal Order of Eagles. 5 p.m. social; 7 p.m. dinner. First Fridays. Eagles Hall, 126 Camellia Way, Modesto. $12. (209) 577-2298.

RIPON VFW SUNDAYBREAKFAST

Ongoing

Hosted by Ripon's VFW Post 1051. 8 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Sundays. Veterans of Foreign Wars - Ripon, 12455 W. Ripon Road. Small donation. (209) 599-6815.

RIPON VFW WEDNESDAY LUNCH

Ongoing

Hosted by VFW 1051 of Ripon. Chicken strips, burgers, fish or shrimp with fries. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Veterans of Foreign Wars - Ripon, 12455 W. Ripon Road. Small donation required. (209) 599-6815.

VFW HAMBURGER NIGHTS

Ongoing

VFW Auxiliary weekly hamburger nights. Hamburgers, cheeseburgers, fries. 5-8 p.m. Fridays. Veterans of Foreign Wars-Turlock, 1405 E. Linwood Ave. $2-$6.50.(209) 668-9710.

DOWNTOWN OPEN MARKET

Through Oct. 25

Entertainment, local produce, crafts, food vendors, informational booths and art exhibits. 5-9 p.m. Thursdays Downtown Livingston (209) 394-8830.

PATTERSON FARMERS MARKET

Through October

4-8 p.m. Wednesdays. True Value Shopping Center-Patterson, Corner of Ward and West Las Palmas.

VINTAGE FAIRE FARMERS MARKET

Through Oct. 21

9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays Vintage Faire Mall, Modesto.

MERCED CERTIFIED FARMERS' MARKET

Through December

8 a.m.-noon. Wednesday. Promenade Shopping Center, Yosemite and Paulson, Merced. (209) 667-2916.

MODESTO CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKET

Through Dec. 15

Oct. 13, 2nd Annual Basque Festival featuring food, cheeses, music and piperade (salsa) and costuming. 7 a.m-1 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays 16th Street, between H and I Streets, Modesto.

ODD FELLOWS BREAKFAST

Oct. 14

Odd Fellows monthly breakfast featuring biscuits and gravy, sausage, scrambled eggs and French toast. 7-11 a.m. Second Sunday. IOOF Hall-La Grange, Main St. $6. (209) 853-2128.

FOOD, WINE & JAZZ EXTRAVAGANZA

Oct. 12

Parent Resource Center annual fund-raiser. 6:30 p.m. Del Rio Country Club, 801 Stewart Road, Modesto.

LATINO ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Oct. 12

Latino Community Roundtable of Stanislaus County 15th anniversary celebration. Master of Ceremonies Alan Sanchez, Good Day Sacramento, guest speaker Alma Hernandez. 6 p.m. no-host bar and appetizers; 7 p.m. program and dinner. Ceres Community Center, 2701 Fourth St. $30 per person. (209) 568-7102 or (209) 534-1211.

LATINO COMMUNITY ROUNDTABLE GALA

Oct. 12

Quinceanera, 15th anniversary celebration for Latino Community Roundtable. Social hour with no-host bar, dinner and program, Mariachi Modesto entertainment and dancing. 6 p.m. Ceres Community Center, 2701 Fourth St. $30. (209) 303-2664.

HISTORY CENTER BREAKFAST

Oct. 14

Northern Mariposa County History Center fund-raiser breakfast featuring eggs, ham or sausage, all-you-can-eat pancakes and fresh fruit. 8-11 a.m. Coulterville School House, Broadway and Cemetery. $5 adults; $3 children. (209) 878-3015.

NEWCOMER LUNCHEON

Oct. 15

Turlock Newcomer's and Friends monthly luncheon featuring social hour, business meeting and bingo. 11:15 a.m. Latif's Restaurant, 111 N. Golden State Blvd., Turlock. (209) 667-8993 or (209) 632-6032.

McHENRY MANSION TABLE SETTING FUND-RAISER

Oct. 15-16

26th annual fund-raiser features elegant, whimsical and holiday-themed decorated tables. Desert and coffee, Oct. 15; luncheon with reservations required, Oct. 16. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday; 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday. St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Father O'Hare Hall, 1813 Oakdale Road, Modesto. (209) 523-0663.

NEWCOMERS DINNER

Oct. 17

Valley Super Singles Newcomers dinner. 6 p.m. Sizzler restaurant, 3416 Dale Road, Modesto. (209) 614-4404.

CHRISTIAN PUBLIC SERVANTS BREAKFAST

Oct. 18

Keynote speaker will be Vickie Mulvaney-Trask from Stanislaus County Office of Education. 7 a.m. Big Valley Grace Community Church, 4040 Tully Road, Modesto. (209) 988-5597.

TACOS & TEQUILA

Oct. 19

Fund-raiser featuring live entertainment, raffle prizes. 21-over event. 6-10 p.m. St. Anthony's School, 323 N. Fremont St., Manteca. $15. (209) 823-4513.

WINE & SCREAMS

Oct. 19

Presented by Turlock Active 20-30 Club. Hor d'oeuvres, raffle prizes, live music, photo booth, wine tasting, games. 7-10 p.m. Hilmar Cheese , 9001 N. Lander Ave.

FREEDOM FUND BANQUET

Oct. 20

NAACP annual banquet and membership drive. 6 p.m. American Legion Hall, Ceres, Ninth and Lawrence streets. $45; $400 table of 8. (209) 544-2810.

GATHERING OF THE PANTHERS

Oct. 20

Presented by Modesto High School. Dinner, wine and dessert auction, silent auction and dancing. Adult-only event. 5:30 p.m. St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Father O'Hare Hall, 1813 Oakdale Road, Modesto. $35. (209) 576-4410.

HARVEST MOON DINNER & AUCTION

Oct. 20

Alzheimer's Aid Society third annual dinner and an auction. DJ, silent auction, raffle. Cocktail attire. 5:45-11 p.m. Greek Orthodox Church, 313 Tokay Ave, Modesto. $50 individual; $90 couple. (209) 238-0538.

KENTUCKY DERBY

Oct. 20

Annual dinner and auction fund-raiser for Sacred Heart School. 5-9 p.m. Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N. Broadway, Turlock. (209) 634-7787.

TROPICAL GARDEN CONCERT FUND-RAISER

Oct. 20

Modesto Sound's fourth annual fund-raiser featuring concert with local artists, dinner and silent auction. 5-8:30 p.m. 3440 Wycliffe Drive, Modesto. $5 and up donation at the door. (209) 573-0533.

LA GRANGE REBEKAH LODGE BREAKFAST

Oct. 21

7-11 a.m. Third Sundays. IOOF Hall-La Grange, Main St. $5. (209) 853-2082 or (209) 852-0220.

SOROPTIMIST BREAKFAST AND CRAFT FAIR

Oct. 21

37th annual event. Bring a can of food to benefit those in need and you will be entered in a drawing for a prize. 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Masonic Center of Modesto, 800 Rose Ave. $5. (209) 521-6417.

DAVIS BY THE DECADES

Oct. 27

Fund-raiser for Grace M. Davis High School for re-establishing student activities & programs. Food, talent show, live and silent auction, entertainment. 5:30-6:30 p.m. social hour; 6:30 p.m. dinner and talent show. Airport hangar-Modesto Airport, 901 Airport Way, Suite 812. $50. (209) 576-4503.

BACH'S BRUNCH

Oct. 28

Part of the 36th annual "Sonora Bach Festival." Music for this event will be provided by "The Three Guitars, Tritarra," David Chapman, Guy Powell, and Travis Silvers. Call for reservations. 12:30 p.m. Twain Harte Golf Course, Twain Harte. $30. (209) 536-6330.

BEYOND FEAR FUND-RAISER DINNER

Oct. 28

Tri-tip dinner, silent auction, door prizes and live music. Space is limited call for reservations. 5-8 p.m. Sonora Elks Club, 100 Elk Drive. $20 adults; $10 children under 12. (209) 532-3330.

HARVEST & HALLOWEEN

RAILTOWN 1897 STATE HISTORIC PARK

Through Oct. 31

October Weekends; "Harvest Haunt Express" on the hour 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; trains depart 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Railtown 1897, Jamestown. $6-$13. (209) 984-3953.

PUMPKIN PATCH AND CORN MAZE

Through Oct. 31

20-acre corn maze, Freaky Flashlight Nights on weekends. Pumpkins and gourds. Hay maze, pumpkin bowling, sandbox, pedal tractors and scary shed. Noon-dusk, weekdays; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Weekends. R.A.M. Farms Inc., 716 N. Daubenberger, Turlock. (209) 668-2425.

CORN MAZE AND PUMPKIN PATCH

Through Nov. 4

Two huge corn mazes, haunted maze, hay rides, corn cannons, pig races, corn seed boxes, cow train rides, and more. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday. Fantozzi Farms Pumpkin Patch,2665 Sperry Ave., Patterson. (209) 402-0839.

PUMPKIN FUN

Through Oct. 31

Pumpkin maze, zip lines, mystery ride, pumpkin blasters, petting zoo, a tractor train and scarecrow ride. Food court. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. daily. Dell'Osso Farms, 501 Manthey Road, Lathrop. Admission and parking free, attraction cost. (209) 982-0833.

PUMPKIN PATCH AND HAY MAZE

Through Oct. 31

Pumpkin patch, hay maze, weekend carnival events including face painting, kettle corn booth, games, train rides, tricycle track and pony rides. 6 a.m.-7 p.m. daily patch and maze; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. weekends, Carnival attractions. Resendiz Family Fruit Barn, 4342 Geer Road, Hughson. Free. (209) 883-0100.

PUMPKIN PATCH AND MAZE

Through Oct. 31

Pumpkin patch, Angry Birds corn maze, picnic area and farm animals. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Dutch Hollow Farms, Clairibel and Oakdale roads, Modesto. Free admission; corn mazes $5-$8.

OKTOBERFEST 2012

Oct. 13

Harvest festival, pumpkin patch, Haunted Barn, bounce house and a scarecrow contest. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Big Creek Meadow Ranch, Smith Station Road and Highway 120, Groveland. $3 adults and kids 12 and over. (209) 962-4482.

REALMS OF DARKNESS

Oct. 18-31

Haunted house staged by Tuolumne County 4-H. 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday; 7-9:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 7-8:30 p.m. Tues. Oct. 30; 7-9 p.m. Wed. Oct. 31. J.S. West Red Barn-Sonora, 730 S. Washington St. $6; $1 matinee on Oct. 27. (209) 352-0476.

BLOOMINGCAMP RANCH OCTOBERFEST

Oct. 20-21

Face painting, craft booths, exhibits, music, contests and food. 9 a.m. Bloomingcamp Ranch, 10528 Highway 120, Oakdale. (209) 848-0461.

HICKMAN HARVEST FESTIVAL CARNIVAL

Oct. 25

Carnival style games, craft making, cake walk, bingo, face painting and class-basket silent auction. Harvest turkey dinner. 4-8 p.m.; dinner 4-7:30 p.m. Hickman School, 13306 Fourth St., Hickman. $10 dinner tickets. (209) 874-9070.

GHOSTS, MYSTICS AND URBAN LEGENDS HALLOWEEN

Oct. 26-28

Speakers on paranormal activity, Mystic Faire and marketplace. Downtown Columbia $10 general; 11 and under free. (209) 532-1479.

HALLOWEEN HAUNTED HOUSE

Oct. 26-31

Haunted maze full of Halloween characters, a pumpkin decorating area, an area to decorate fall cookies. 5-9:30 p.m. The Boys and Girls Club of Stanislaus County, 1137 Graphics Drive, Modesto. $10 adults; $5 children 5-12, free for children under 5.

COMMUNITY HARVEST FESTIVAL

Oct. 27

Games, food and fun. Noon-5 p.m. Living Faith Community Church, 4825 Roselle Ave., Modesto.

HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL

Oct. 27

Costume parade, bingo, raffles, silent auction, live auction, outside activities and food. 3-8 p.m. Chatom Elementary School, 7221 Clayton Ave., Turlock.

DOWNTOWN TRUNK OR TREAT

Oct. 31

Family friendly event with ribbon cutting, live music, candy and cars transformed into festive fun houses for "trunk or treating." 6-8 p.m. Downtown Waterford

FALL FUN FAIR

Oct. 31

Carnival games, inflatables, face painting, pie eating contest, chili cook-off and candy. Dinner available for purchase. Family friendly costumes. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Modesto Covenant Church, 913 Floyd Ave., Modesto. Free. (209) 527-4110.

ODDS & ENDS

CLASSIC AIRCRAFTDISPLAYS

Ongoing

Antique aircraft display. Sponsored by the Commemorative Air Force. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Second Saturdays. Modesto City County Airport, 700 Tioga Drive, Hangar 1. (209) 526-5868. www.cafvalleysquadron.org

AIRPLANE EXHIBIT

Ongoing

9 a.m.-5 p.m. Castle Air Museum, 5050 Santa Fe Drive, Atwater. $12 adults; $8 seniors; $5 youth 6-17; free age 5 and under. (209) 723-2178.

ANNUAL CRUISE

Through October

1950s and '60s music, raffles. 5:30 p.m. first and third Wednesdays. Junction Shopping Center, Highway 108 and Tuolumne Road, Sonora.

MERCED MULTICULTURAL ARTS CENTER

Through Oct. 20

Oct. 12, Matt Bauer and Garret Pierce, inaugural performers in the arts center's second-floor gallery concert series, 7 p.m. doors, 8 p.m. show. $5; Oct. 13, Te mau Ta'ata Anuanua of South Pacific Dance company, 10:30 a.m., $3 per child; Oct. 20, Book Reading by UC San Diego Associate Professor Anna Joy Springer from "The Vicious Red Relic, Love", 7:30 p.m. Free. 645 W. Main St. Free. (209) 388-1090. www.artsmerced.org

FALL BOOK SALE

Oct 12-14

The Friends of the Amador County Library book sale featuring books, audio books and audio visual materials. 4-7 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. American Legion Hall, 12134 Airport Road, Sutter Creek-Martell. (209) 274-2123.

INTUITION-HOLISTIC EXPO

Oct. 13

Psychics, mediums, tarot readers, holistic products and informational booths. Free seminars. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Stanislaus County Fairground, 900 N. Broadway, Turlock. (209) 604-5413.

ROBERT BAXT

Oct. 13

Illusionist and veteran of Hollywood's Magic Castle. Part of the Winter Magic Dinner Theater series. 7 p.m. Groveland Hotel, 18767 Main St., Groveland. $10 per diner. (209) 962-4000.

STUDIO 49 FIBER ARTS

Oct. 13

Spinning, weaving, knitting, crocheting. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuolumne County Library, 480 Greenley Road, Sonora. (209) 533-0593.

TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL

Oct. 13

Hosted by Modesto Junior College Agriculture and Environmental Science Department. 5:30 p.m. gates; 6 p.m. pull. Modesto Junior College, Agriculture Center, 2201 Blue Gum Ave. $8 presale; $10 gate; $7 children 12-5. (209) 575-6214.

WILD PLANET DAY

Oct. 13

Science & Wild Animal Festival for all ages sponsored by the Great Valley Museum. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Modesto Junior College, East Campus, 435 College Ave. $8; $25 family of 4. (209) 576-6196.

"DRALION"

Oct. 17-21

Presented by Cirque du Soleil. Call for times. Stockton Arena, 248 W. Fremont St. $28-$75. (209) 373-1400.

RIVERBANK LIBRARY

Oct. 23

October book is "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini. 4 p.m. Riverbank library, 3442 Santa Fe. (209) 869-7008.

SIERRA CLUB AND YOKUTS GROUP

Oct. 26

Joint program with Modesto Area Partners in Science featuring Dr. David J. Simons discussing solar activity. 7:30 p.m. Modesto Junior College, East Campus, Forum 110, 435 College Ave. Free. (209) 549-9155.

NATIVE PLANT SALE

Oct. 27

Hosted by the California Native Plant Society. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Great Valley Museum, 1100 Stoddard Ave. (209) 575-6196.

ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR

Oct. 27

Handmade crafts, gift and holiday items, needlework, wood crafts, homemade jams-jellies, homemade frozen ready-to-bake pies, and a drawing for queen-size quilt. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Escalon United Methodist Church, Highway 120 at Brayton Ave., Escalon. (209) 838-2792.

USED BOOK SALE

Oct. 27

The Friends of the Salida Library used book sale. All proceeds used to support activities at the Salida library. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Salida branch library, 4835 Sisk Road.

Dance Clubs:

TANGO DANCE CLUB

Ongoing

Modesto Tango social dance and practice. 7-9 p.m. Mondays Jacob's Fine Dining , 2501 McHenry Ave., Modesto. (209) 522-1571.

RIVERBANK GOLDEN AGERS

Ongoing

Wednesdays, Rock'n Country Band. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Riverbank Community Center, 3600 Santa Fe St. $4 members; $6 nonmembers; annual membership $12. (209) 534-7663.

TURLOCK SENIOR CENTER DANCE

Ongoing

Wednesdays. 7:30-10 p.m. Turlock Senior Center, 1191 Cahill.

WORLD DANCING

Ongoing

Dances from Balkans, Europe, USA and more. Fridays, Carnegie Arts Center, Turlock, $5 - Village Dancers. Wednesdays, Ceres, $3 - Modesto Folk Dancers. Call for information. 7-10 p.m. Wednesdays; 7-9:30 p.m. Fridays. (209) 480-0387 or (209) 578-5551.

FOREVER YOUNGDANCE CLUB

Ongoing

Rock'n Country Band. Tuesdays,10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Samaritan Village, 7700 Fox Road, Hughson. $3. (209) 534-7663.

FOREVER YOUNG DANCE CLUB

Ongoing

7-10 p.m. Second Fridays. Riverbank Community Center, 3600 Santa Fe St. $5-$7. (209) 534-7663.

MANTECA SENIOR DANCE

Ongoing

Rock'n Country Band. 1-4 p.m. Fourth Sunday. Manteca Senior Center, 295 Cherry Lane. $4. (209) 825-0116.

USA DANCE BALLROOM DANCING

Ongoing

Oct. 13, Viennese Waltz.; Nov. 10, Foxtrot. Dance on hardwood floors to recorded ballroom music. Refreshments available. 7-10 p.m. Second Saturdays. Odd Fellows Hall, 6941 Hughson Ave., Hughson. $5 members; $7 nonmembers. (209) 614-8048.

MERCED SUNDAY SENIOR SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCE

Ongoing

Fourth Sundays. Door prizes and refreshments. 2-5 p.m. Merced Senior Community Center, 15th and O streets. $5. (209) 723-0839.

MODESTO BALLROOM DANCE CLUB

Ongoing

Oct. 20, 7-11 p.m. Masquerade Ball. Costumes and masks encouraged, Waltz lesson, 7-8 p.m., social dancing. 7-8 p.m. lessons; 8-11 p.m. third Fridays. Modesto Senior Center, 211 Bodem St. $5 members; $7 for nonmembers. (209) 614-8048. www.modestoballroomclub.org

ROUND ROBINS

Ongoing

7-8:30 p.m. Oakdale Grange Hall, Lambuth and F streets, Oakdale. $4. (209) 526-4452.

LINE DANCING FOR SENIORS

Ongoing

10:15-11 a.m. Wednesdays. Ceres Community Center, 2701 Fourth St. Free. (209) 538-5628.

ESCALON SENIOR DANCE

Third Sunday

Featuring Rock 'n Country Band. 1-4 p.m. Escalon Community Center, 1055 Escalon Bellota Road. $4. (209) 534-7663.

STEPPIN PARDS

Ongoing

Square dance club workshop nights. 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays. American Legion Hall - Turlock, 75 Bothun Road. (209) 667-7292. www.steppinpard.ccsda.org

SENIOR CITIZENS DANCE AND POTLUCK

Ongoing

Potluck meal with prizes. 6 p.m. second Fridays; 1 p.m. fourth Sundays. Hughson Senior Center, 2307 4th St. $2 door; $8 membership. (209) 538-0362.

CAROUSEL DANCE CLUB

Nov. 30

Dinner and dancing. Social with no-host bar. Live music. 6 p.m. Modesto Centre Plaza, 10th and K streets. $46 members; $56 nonmembers. (209) 524-7795.

VILLAGE DANCERS

Oct. 26, Halloween Party; Nov. 9, Swedish Fiddler Leif Alpsjo, 7 p.m. Carnegie Arts Center, 250 N. Broadway, Turlock. (209) 480-0387.

FOR KIDS

PARA LOS NINOS

Saturdays

Every Saturday morning, bilingual stories, Songs and Rhymes for Preschoolers and their families. Presented by the Cesar Chavez Committee. 10-11 a.m. Los Banos Library, 1312 7th St. Free. (209) 826-5254.

MODESTO BANQUET HALL

Ongoing

School Night featuring teen dances for 18 and under with school ID. Local bands and DJs. 4-10 p.m. Fridays. Modesto Banquet Hall, 810 N. 9th St., Modesto. $5. (209) 222-8802.

ALL-KIDS CRAFT FAIR

Oct. 13

Artists and crafters ages 7-14 showcase their talents. All items sold for under $5. 9 a.m.-noon. Modesto Library, 1500 I St., Modesto.

BACKYARD BOOKWORMS

Oct. 13-Dec. 8

Nature story hour and crafts for ages 4-6. 10-11 a.m. Oct. 13, 27, Nov. 10, 24 and Dec. 8. Great Valley Museum, 1100 Stoddard Ave. $5 per child. (209) 575-6196.

WII GAME DAY

Oct. 15

Teens age 12-18 learn tactics and teamwork through playing Wii games. 3 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. (209) 847-4204.

WONKALICIOUS CHOCOLATE FEST

Oct. 31

Parent-supervised, costume-free event for children 12 years and under. Candy, inflatables, kiddie train rides, petting zoo, face painting, food vendors, raffle and appearances by Willy Wonka, Oompa Loompas, Dora the Explorer and space heroes Astro and Nova. Concert following fest with Donnie Moore and the Power Team. 4-6 p.m. Calvary Temple Worship Center, 1601 Coffee Road, Modesto . Free admittance, $1 for 4 attraction tickets. (209) 529-7346.