COFFEEHOUSES

MODESTO BAHA'I CENTER

(209) 579-1946

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

HUGHSON COFFEE COMPANY

(209) 883-0828

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

QUEEN BEAN COFFEE HOUSE

(209) 521-8000

Sundays, open mic. 1126 14th St., Modesto.

GALLO CENTER FOR THE ARTS

"THE PIANO LESSON"

Through Feb. 3

The haunting, classic, and Pultizer Prize-winning play by August Wilson. 7 p.m., Thursday; 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m., Sunday

"LA TRAVIATA"

Feb. 1-3

A time of excess and defying traditional cultural expectations makes San Francisco in the 1980s, in the midst of the AIDS epidemic, the setting for Verdi's famously melodic opera. Presented by Townsend Opera. 7:30 p.m. Friday; 12 p.m. Sunday.

"THE VELVETEEN RABBIT"

Feb. 5

Production combines theater with an original musical score, life-sized puppets, masks and magic in a charming tale of love and devotion. Geared to ages 4 to 10. 7 p.m.

VIVALDI FOUR SEASONS

Feb. 8-9

Modesto Symphony Orchestra offers one of the most frequently performed and recorded pieces in the Baroque repertoire. 8 p.m.

MSYO POPS CONCERT

Feb. 9

Join the Modesto Symphony Youth Orchestra in the concert hall for an afternoon of pops programming. 3 p.m.

CHOO-CHOO SOUL

Feb. 10

Duo teaches children through music on an animated train. 1 and 4 p.m. $10-$30.

HOTEL CALIFORNIA

Feb. 15

Classic Albums Live presents The Eagle's "Hotel California." 8 p.m. $12-$45.

BALANCHINE & NEW WORKS

Feb. 15-16

Evening of dance featuring work from the legacy of masterful choreographer George Balanchine and new works created by Central West Ballet choreographers, 7 p.m. $25-$35.

A TRIBUTETO THE CARPENTERS

Feb. 16

"Yesterday Once More" show showcasing the songs that began their life with Karen and Richard Carpenter featuring vocalists Joanna Jahn, John Trones and Jen Burleigh Bentz. 8 p.m. $15-$45.

USAF BAND OF THE GOLDEN WEST

Feb. 17

From Travis AFB CA, the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West is a select group of professional airmen-musicians. 3 p.m. Free.

ENGLEBERT HUMPERDINCK

Feb. 19

7:30 p.m. $49-$99.

BACK TO BLACK

Feb. 21

Cocktail reception, dancing and silent auction fund-raiser. 7 p.m. $50.

CUARTETOLATINOAMERICANO

Feb. 22

Latin American string quartet ensemble from Mexico consisting of the three Bitrán brothers, violinists Saúl and Arón and cellist Alvaro, along with violist Javier Montiel. 8 p.m. $15-$35.

KATHLEEN MADIGAN: GONE MADIGAN

Feb. 22

Female comedian. Adult-themed. 8 p.m. $20-$40.

ALL HANDS ON DECK!

Feb. 23

All singing! All dancing! All Big Band! Based on Bob Hope's 1942 USO tour to the troops in the field. 2 p.m. $15-$45.

LEIGH RUBIN

Feb. 23

Cartoonist and sit-down comic gives a one-hour comic adventure inside his ridiculously twisted mind. 8 p.m. $12-$20.

BRADLEY FIELDS OUT OF THIN AIR

Feb. 24

Virtuoso magician creates a poetic dreamscape from a bygone era. 2 p.m. $8-$25.

INTERNATIONAL STRING TRIO

Feb. 26

Group hailing from Russia, Japan and England creates stylistic diversity from Elvis to Duke Ellington, Bach to the Beatles. A Modesto Community Concert Association presentation. 7 p.m. $15-$30.

LES STROUD: "SURVIVORMAN"

Feb. 27

A live music experience with a presentation of film, intimate Q&A and storytelling. 7 p.m. $10-$45.

"TRUE STORY OF 3 LITTLE PIGS!"

Feb. 28

Musical enjoyed by ages 5 and up. 7 p.m. $12-$20.

"CRANKED"

March 19

A hip-hop journey into addiction. Recommended for grades 7-12. 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. $5.

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

MUSIC

BIG BAND JAZZ FESTIVAL

Feb. 1-2

Jazz festival featuring clinics and workshops with 16 high school jazz bands. Three evening concerts. 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Friday; 5 p.m. Saturday. Columbia College Dogwood Theatre, 1160 Columbia College Drive, Sonora. $20 reserved.

KEVIN SPENCER

Feb. 8

Southern gospel soloist. 7 p.m. Richland Faith Assembly of God, 1201 Richland Ave., Ceres. Free with offering. (209) 538-3838.

DANIEL RODRIGUEZ AND MARLA KAVANAUGH

Feb. 11

America's Beloved Tenor Daniel Rodriguez was the New York City police officer who helped bring the country an uplifting spirit of promise and hope with his stirring rendition of "God Bless America" after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Accompanied by piano and bass, Daniel will be joined by his talented wife, soprano Marla Kavanaugh. 7:30 p.m. Turlock Community Theatre, 1574 E. Canal Drive, Turlock. $60-$130 season; $15-$25 individual show. (209) 668-1456 or (209) 668-3627.

KEITH SWEAT

Feb. 13

7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. Bob Hope Theatre, 242 E. Main St., Stockton. $39.50 and $49.50. (209) 846-5777.

JASON AND DEMARCO

Feb. 15

7-9 p.m. Unity Church, 2467 Veneman Ave., Modesto. Free with offering. (209) 578-5433.

LOS LOBOS

Feb. 15

7:30 p.m. Turlock Community Theatre, 1574 E. Canal Drive, Turlock. $35-$49. (209) 668-1169. www.turlocktheatre.org

DIVISA ENSEMBLE

Feb. 24

A quintet of flute, oboe, violin, viola and cello. The ensemble's instrumentation and "mix-and-match" approach allow for a wide variety of repertoire comprising all traditional and contemporary styles. Part of the Manteca Kindred Arts Concert Association season. 3 p.m. St. Paul's United Methodist Church, North and Powers streets, Manteca. $5-$15. (209) 823-2570.

SLIDE GUITARIST DENNIS JOHNSON

March 16

West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman.

STATE THEATRE

2013 OSCAR NOMINATED ANIMATION SHORTS

Feb. 1-7

Five animated short films. Call for times

FILM: "KNIFE FIGHT"

Feb. 1-8

Two-time Academy Award-winning director Bill Guttentag teamed with renowned political consultant Chris Lehane to create this political story for the new century. Call for times.

2013 OSCAR NOMINATED LIVE ACTION SHORT FILMS

Feb. 3-6

Five short film nominees. Call for times.

FILM: "DO THE RIGHT THING"

Feb. 5

Spike Lee's 1989 film which explored racism in all its facets. A Modesto Film Society Cinema Club presentation. 6 p.m. doors; 7 p.m. film. $8.

GOOD LUCK THRIFT STORE OUTFIT

Feb. 9

First of three concerts in 2013 spotlighting local music, this one focusing on Americana with The Good Luck Thrift Store Outfit plus The Pine Box Boys and House of Orange. 8 p.m. doors; 9 p.m. show. $12 advance; $15 door.

DIEGO'S UMBRELLA

Feb. 15

Ambassadors of Gypsy rock. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. $20.

SURGICAL ARTISTRY MODESTO MARATHON MOVIE & WINE NIGHT

Feb. 16

Food, wine and presentation of award-winning film "Dear Chelsey" and keynote speaker Kevin Kline. Teens Run Modesto fund-raiser. 5 p.m. doors; 6:30 p.m. film. $20 21 and over; $10 under 21.

FILM: "MARY POPPINS"

Feb. 17

Classic film starring Julie Andrews. Presented by the Modesto Film Society. 3 p.m.

HEARTBREAKER: THE LED ZEPPELIN EXPERIENCE

Feb. 23

Reserved Seating Only. 7:30 p.m. $20-38.

OSCAR VIEWING PARTY: "LIVE FROM THE RED CARPET"

Feb. 24

Celebrate the films of 2012 with fellow film lovers. There will be trivia contests and raffle drawings as part of this free event. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Free, $10 for dinner buffet.

JOURNEY UNAUTHORIZED

March 16

West Coast Performing Arts Presenters presents tribute to Journey in this live musical performance. 8 p.m. $20 students, $36 seniors, $38 adults.

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

THEATER

"BABY WITH THE BATHWATER"

Through Feb. 10

Absurd comedy by Christopher Durang. 8 p.m., Fridays-Saturdays; 2 p.m., Sundays. Center Stage Conservatory, 948 11 St., Modesto. $5-$10. (209) 846-0179.

"INTO THE WOODS"

Feb. 1-10

Newman School drama presentation. 7 p.m. Feb. 1-2, 8-9, 2 p.m. Feb. 2, 10. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. (209) 549-9341.

"THE HOBBIT"

Feb. 1-17

Based on the J.R.R. Tolkien books, "The Hobbit" brings to life the famous characters who inhabit Middle Earth. Playhouse Merced, 452 W. Main St., Merced.

"GOD OF CARNAGE"

Feb. 3-March 3

A playground altercation between 11-year-old boys brings together two sets of Brooklyn parents for a meeting to resolve the matter. At first, diplomatic niceties are observed, but as the meeting progresses, and the rum flows, tensions emerge and the gloves come off. Call for times. Prospect Theater Project, 520 Scenic Drive, Modesto. $20. (209) 549-9341.

"FENCES"

Feb. 8-March 17

Powerful, poetic and Pulitzer winning, August Wilson's "Fences" is a masterpiece portrait of an African-American family hanging on to their souls and their dreams in a world that has tried to crush both. 7 p.m., Thursdays-Satudays; 2 p.m., Sundays. Stage 3 Theatre, 208 S. Green St., Sonora. $12-$22. (209) 536-1778. www.stage3.org

JOHN GARDENIER

Feb. 22

Magician John Gardenier will perform close-up slight-of-hand magic using a variety of cards, coins and common household items. Part of the Winter Magic Dinner Theater series. 7 p.m. Groveland Hotel, 18767 Main St., Groveland. $10. (209) 962-4000.

"THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK"

Feb. 22-24

7 p.m., Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m., Sunday. Oakdale High School , 739 W. G St., Oakdale. $5.

"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

ART ON MAIN

(209) 728-1888

Exhibits of local artists. Gallery Hours: Daily, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 466-B Main St., Murphys.

BARKIN' DOG GRILL

(209) 572-2341

Feb. 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m.940 11th St., Modesto.

BUILDING IMAGINATION CENTER

(209) 585-6712

Feb. 21, Third Thursday Art Walk. 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.

CARNEGIE ARTS CENTER

(209) 632-5761

Through Feb. 3, "Lines and Colors: Celebrating Degas" a juried exhibition. Through April 14, John Barnett: "Then and Again." Friday nights: Ethnic Folk Dancing, 7:30 p.m. $7. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. 250 N. Broadway, Turlock. $7 general; $6 members and seniors.

CENTRAL CALIFORNIA ART ASSOCIATION AND MISTLIN GALLERY

(209) 529-3369

Through Feb. 9, Young Masters Art Show; Feb. 21, 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

CHARTREUSE MUSE GALLERY AND ART SCHOOL

(209) 522-0935

Through March: "The Art of Tea" Artist reception Feb. 2, 5-8 p.m.; Art Talk on February and March Third Thursday Art Walk dates. Feb. 21, Third Thursday Art Walk. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays. 918 10th St., Modesto. www.thechartreusemuse.com

CROW TRADING CO.

(209) 579-2173

Feb. 21, Third Thursday Art Walk. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. 1208 J St. www.crowtrading.com

DELICATOVINEYARDS

(209) 824-3401

Through Feb. 2, 25th Annual Fine Art Show. All art will be available for purchase. Award reception on Feb. 2 at 2 p.m. 12001 S. Highway 99, Manteca. Free.

DEZIGNZ

(209) 846-0889

Feb. 21, Third Thursday Art Walk. 1012 15th St., Modesto.

DOWNTOWN MODESTO

(209) 529-9303

Feb. 21, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m.

FIRST STREET FRAME 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

Feb. 21, Third Thursday Art Walk. Ongoing, art by California State University, Stanislaus, students. 909 Tenth St., Modesto.

INTRINSICELEMENTS

(209) 534-1702

Feb. 21, Scarf Gems demonstration with artist Brenda Francis as part of the Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m. 1214 J St., Modesto.

MERCED MULTICULTURAL ARTS CENTER

(209) 388-1090

Through Feb. 1, "California Fibers." Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday. 645 West Main St. Free. www.artsofmerced.org

PAPER PLANES TATTOO AND ART STUDIO

(209) 324-1543

Feb. 21, Third Thursday Art Walk. 1303 J St., Modesto.

PEER RECOVERYARTS PROJECT

(209) 581-1695

Feb. 21, Third Thursday Art Walk. 1222 J St., 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, 10 local artists. Exhibit hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 180 Leveland Lane, Modesto.

CASINOS

CHICKEN RANCH

(800) 752-4646

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

THUNDER VALLEY

(877) 468-8777

1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln. www.thundervalleycasino.com

CHUKCHANSI GOLD

(866) 794-6946

711 Lucky Lane, Coarsegold. www.chukchansigold.com

JACKSON RANCHERIA

(800) 822-9466

12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson. www.jacksonrancheria.com

RED HAWKCASINO

(888) 573-3495

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

BLACK OAK

(877) 747-8777

Feb. 1, Ely Brothers and Double Take; Feb. 2, Johnny Lee Hooker Jr.; Feb. 7, Comedy Showcase; Feb. 8, Desperado; Feb. 9, The Cheeseballs; Feb. 14, Valentine's Show with Josh Pfeiffer; Feb. 15, Mardi Gras Party with The Blues Box. 19400 Tuolumne Road North, Tuolumne . www.blackoakcasino.com.

CACHE CREEK

(800) 772-2243

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 CENTER BREAKFAST

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.

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.

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.

LIVINGSTON VFW SUNDAY BREAKFAST

Ongoing

Hosted by the Livingston/Delhi Veteran's of Foreign Wars and Ladies Auxiliary. 8 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Sundays. Livingston Veterans Memorial Hall, 1605 Seventh St. $5 children; $7 adults. . (209) 599-6815.

LIVINGSTON VFW HAMBURGER NIGHTS

VFW Auxiliary weekly hamburger nights. Hamburgers, cheeseburgers, fries. 5-8 p.m. Fridays Livingston Veterans Memorial Hall, 1605 Seventh St. $2-$6.50. (209) 394-2059. www.vfwlivingston.com

CRAB CIOPPINO DINNER

Feb. 2

Dinner and dancing presented by the Turlock Pentecost Association. 4 p.m.-1 a.m. Turlock Ballroom, 528 Golden State Blvd. $45. (209) 669-0219.

HEARTS FOR CHILDREN GALA

Feb. 2

Fine dining, hosted bar, silent auction, petite live auction, dancing. Dinner prepared by Hilmar Cheese Catering. Presented by Sierra Vista Child & Family Services, E&J Gallo Winery, Alpine Pacific Nut Co. and Innovative Sales Inc. 6-10 p.m. Modesto Centre Plaza, 1000 L St. $150. (209) 523-4573.

SALIDA ROTARY CRAB AND RIGATONI DINNER

Feb. 2

Menu includes clam chowder, salad, bread, cake and coffee. Includes silent auction and raffle. 5:30 p.m. Ripon Community Center, 334 W. Fourth St. $40. (209) 543-0483.

LODGE BREAKFAST

Feb. 10

LaFayette Historical Lodge #65 hosts breakfast featuring biscuits and gravy, sausage, scrambled eggs and French toast, includes orange juice and coffee. 7-11 a.m. La Grange IOOF Hall, Yosemite Avenue at Main Street. $6. (209) 853-2508 or (209) 853-2128.

ODD FELLOWS BREAKFAST

Feb. 10

Every month on the second Sunday. 7-11 a.m. La Grange IOOF Hall, Yosemite Avenue at Main Street. $6. (209) 853-2128.

FAT TUESDAY BUNCO NIGHT

Feb. 12

Hosted by Antoinette Institute #193. Game prizes, raffle prizes, hors d'oeuvres, wine and beer available. Call to reserve seat. 6-9 p.m. St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Hughson, 2020 Euclid Ave. $20. (209) 883-0577 or (209) 883-1712.

FISH DINNER

Feb. 13

4-7:30 p.m. M.R.P.S. Hall, 133 N. Grant, Manteca. $7 Child, $13 Adult. (209) 823-6560.

CRAB AND CIOPPINO FEED

Feb. 15-16

Feb 15, drive-thru only; Feb. 16, reserved seating. Friday, 3-6 p.m.; Saturday, 6:30 p.m. Turlock Pentecost Hall, Turlock. $30-$50. (209) 669-5336.

COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE CRAB FEED

Feb. 16

Menu includes salad, bread, crab, pasta, dessert and coffee. Event also includes a silent auction and raffle. 6:30 p.m. Hangar 1S, 700 Tioga Dr. , Modesto. $35; must reserve in advance.. (209) 605-4313.

CRAB FEED

Feb. 16

St. Anthony School fourth annual crab feed. Dinner, wine and cheese tasting, live and silent auctions, music and dancing. Must be 21 and over to attend. 5-11 p.m. St. Anthony's , 323 N. Fremont St., Manteca. $45 before Feb. 1, $50 after. (209) 823-4513.

CALAVERAS WINE WEEKEND

Feb. 16-17

The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance presents the 17th annual Presidents' Wine Weekend featuring 24 CWA wineries offering food and wine pairings, live music, art displays. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Various locations $15.

CRAB FEED AND MARTIAL ARTS

Feb. 27

Fund-raiser for the Barony of Fettburg, a Middle Ages recreation group. Dinner includes a medieval martial arts show. 6 p.m. Manteca Senior Center, 295 Cherry Lane. $35. (209) 932-9785.

CRABFEST!

March 1-2

19th annual CrabFest fund-raiser. Crab, potato, salad and bread. Cookies. Raffle prizes and silent auction. Dancing to SilverMoon Band. To go orders available, $30. 5:30 p.m.-midnight. Howard Training Center, 1424 Stonum Road, Modesto. $45. (209) 593-5618.

HTC CRAB FEED

March 1-2

Crab, potato, salad, bread and desserts. Dance, raffle and silent auction to follow. 5:30 p.m. Howard Training Center, 1424 Stonum Road, Modesto. $45. (209) 593-5618. www.howardtrainingcenter.com

VINES TASTING EXPERIENCE

March 14

Fund-raiser with food, wine and brew tasting for CSU Alumni and friends. 7-9 p.m. California State University, Stanislaus, Main Campus Dining Hall, Turlock. $50. (209) 667-3836. www.csustan.edu/stanbyme/vines

FOR KIDS

PARA LOS NINOSPROGRAM

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.

MODESTOBANQUET 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. Ninth St., Modesto. $5. (209) 222-8802.

TAE KWON DO AND SELF-DEFENSE KIDS CLASSES

Through March 16

The classes offered are Tae Kwon Do for Tots, to develop coordination and balance for ages 3-4 and Kidsafe Self Defense, which focuses on basic blocks, lunches and kicks for ages 5-12. Saturdays, 9-9:30 a.m., Tae Kwon Do; 9:30-10:10 a.m., self-defense Riverbank Community Gym, 3625 Santa Fe St., Riverbank. $65. (209) 863-7150. www.riverbankrecreation.com

KIDS VALENTINE'S WORKSHOP

Feb. 11

Treats and keepsake crafts for kids ages 3-6. 5:15 p.m. Merced Civic Center, 18th & N streets, Merced. $7 per child, must register before Feb. 6. (209) 385-6298. www.cityofmerced.org

TEEN VIDEO CONTEST

March 9

Teens can be the star in a video they create by making an original movie trailer about their favorite book. Open to ages 13-18. For full information and entry form contact your local library. All video entries must be received by 5 p.m. (209) 558-7817. www.stanislauslibrary.org

ODDS & ENDS

CLASSIC AIRCRAFT DISPLAYS

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

TELESCOPE NIGHT

Ongoing

Presented by the MJC Astronomy Club. Open to the public, all ages welcome. Free parking, concessions available. Bring blankets or chairs to make your space adventure more comfortable. 8-10 p.m. First Friday of the month. Modesto Junior College, East Campus, Science Building Lawn Free.

AIRCRAFT DISPLAY

Ongoing

9 a.m.-2 p.m. fourth Saturdays. Turlock Municipal Airport, 13602 Newport Road, Turlock. (209) 620-6312.

AIRPLANE EXHIBIT

Ongoing

9 a.m.-4 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.

TURLOCK GARDEN CLUB

Feb. 11

Creative cooking and preserves with Adria Afferino. Guests are welcome. Noon. Senior Center, 1191 Cahill St., Turlock. (209) 668-4808.

SWEETHEART DANCE

Feb. 2

Valley Super Singles hosts a sweetheart dance featuring no-host beverage bar, 50/50 raffle, music and dancing. 7 p.m.-midnight. Clarion Hotel, 1612 Sisk Road, Modesto. $10 advance; $12 door. (209) 529-9173 or (209) 491-2894.

AUDUBON BIRDING TRIPS

Feb 3-17

Feb. 3, Exploration of Salt Springs Valley; Feb. 6, Groveland; Feb. 16, Calaveras River; Feb. 17, Sonora and Quartz Mountain Reservoir. Contact the Central Sierra Audubon Society for meeting place details and information. Most trips begin at 9 a.m., call for specific times. (209) 596-0612.

RIPON GARDEN CLUB

Feb. 6

Guest speaker Eric Teberg with presentation on preparing our gardens for spring. 10 a.m. American Legion Post 190 Hall, 206 Stockton Ave, Ripon.

TURLOCK LIBRARY BOOK CLUB

Feb. 6

February's book club pick is "The Art of Racing in the Rain" by Garth Stein. 10:30 a.m. (209) 664-8100.

NEW SHANGHAI CIRCUS

Feb. 7

Astonishing athletes defy gravity and execute breathtaking feats as they stretch the limits of human ability. 7 p.m. Merced Theatre, 301 W. Main St. $10-$29. (209) 381-0500. www.mercedtheatre.org

CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION

Feb. 9

Annual event. Family friendly, celebrating the Year of the Snake. Cultural performances, art forms and martial arts presentations. 2 p.m. Senior Citizens Center, 211 Bodem St. Free.

MLK COMMEMORATION: CONGRESSMAN JOHN LEWIS

Feb. 9

Program celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Keynote speaker will be Congressman John Lewis, one of the "Big Six Leaders" in the American Civil Rights Movement. 7 p.m. Modesto Junior College - Mary Stuart Rogers Center, 2201 Blue Gum Ave., Modesto. Free. (209) 526-5436.

MRPS PRESENTATION OF QUEENS

Feb. 9

Dinner and dancing event featuring the band, Alma. 6 p.m., cocktails; 7 p.m., dinner; 9 p.m., dancing. MRPS Hall, 133 N. Grant St., Manteca. $6 child, $12.50 adult. (209) 275-5639.

RECYCLED TREASURES SALE

Feb. 9

Nice clothing, household items, books and other treasures for sale. Sponsored by Catholic Daughters of the Americas. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Our Lady of Fatima Church, Old Hall.

ANTIQUE FAIR

Feb. 9-10

Antique vendors from all over Gold Country will sell unique and vintage items. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday; 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday. Tuolumne Memorial Hall, 18375 Fir Ave., Tuolumne. Free, $5 for early entry on Saturday at 8 a.m.. (209) 928-4877.

MOTHER LODE WEAVERS AND SPINNERS GUILD

Feb. 12

Presentation by Ulla de Larios on "Avoiding Tapestry Warp Painting." Guests are welcome. 10 a.m. Church of the 49ers, 11155 Jackson St., Columbia. (209) 588-1514. www.mlwsguild.org

SALIDA LIBRARY BOOK CLUB

Feb. 12

February's book club pick is "Daniel Half Human: And the Good Nazi" by David Chotjewitz. 10 a.m. (209) 543-7315.

PFLAG SOCIAL AND BINGO

Feb. 13

Refreshments and prizes, all are welcome. 7-8:30 p.m. Emanuel Lutheran Church, 324 College Ave., Modesto. (209) 566-2468. www.pflagmodesto.org

Dance Clubs:

TANGO DANCE CLUB

Ongoing

Modesto Tango social dance and practice. March 2, Marcelo Molina and Carolina Vazquez, will give workshops and perform at a milonga (social tango party). $25 for one class, $40 for both. Milonga at 8:30 p.m., with an introductory lesson at 7:30 p.m. Cost $10. 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

7:30-10 p.m., Wednesdays. 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 YOUNG DANCE CLUB

Ongoing

The Forever Young Senior Dance Club meets every Tuesday morning and the second Friday of each month for an evening dance. First time guests are free. Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; Second Friday night each month, 7-10 p.m. Modesto Senior Center, 211 Bodem St. Day: $4 members, $6 nonmembers; Night: $5 and $7. (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

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, Merced. $5. (209) 723-0839.

MODESTO BALLROOM DANCE CLUB

Ongoing

First Friday, swing, club, country, line and Latin dances. Third Fridays, ballroom dances. 7-8 p.m. lessons; 8-11 p.m. first and third Fridays. Seasons, 945 McHenry Avenue, Modesto. First Fridays, $7; Third Fridays, $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.

TURLOCK 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 Fourth St. $2 door; $8 membership. (209) 538-0362.

FRIDAY NIGHT FOLK DANCING

Ongoing

Learn dances from around the world. All ages and skill levels welcome. 7:30 p.m., beginners lesson; 8 p.m., intermediate lesson, 8:30 p.m., mixed dance. Carnegie Arts Center, 250 N. Broadway, Turlock. $7 adult, free children and students. (209) 480-0387.

CAROUSEL CLUB BALLROOM DANCE AND DINNER

Feb. 1

Guest couples are welcome. 6 p.m., cocktails; 7 p.m., dinner; 9 p.m., dancing. DoubleTree Hotel, 1150 Ninth St., Modesto. $112 per couple. (209) 524-7795.

NIGHT CLUB 2-STEP

Feb. 9

An evening of 2-step lesson and social dancing. Sponsored by USA Dance. 7-8 p.m., Lesson; 8-10 p.m., Social Dancing. IOOF Lodge, 6941 Hughson Ave, Hughson. $3.50-$7 for nonmembers. (209) 614-8048.

TALENT

AUDITIONS: "MACBETH"

Feb. 4

Prepare a one-minute Shakespeare monologue. Callbacks will take place the following day. 7 p.m. California State University, Stanislaus, Mainstage Theatre, 1 University Circle, Turlock. (209) 667-3451.