Calendar: Events in and around Modesto

GALLO CENTERFOR THE ARTS

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 TRIBUTE TO 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.

ENGELBERT 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.

CUARTETO LATINOAMERICANO

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.

INTERNATIONALSTRING 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.

ELVIS LIVES

March 1-2

Multimedia and live musical journey across Elvis Presley's life. 8 p.m.

TREASURED STORIES: ERIC CARLE

March 2

Featuring music, visual effects and puppetry, the triple-bill highlights three of Eric Carle's most beloved tales: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar," "Brown Bear, Brown Bear What Do You See?" and "Papa Please Get The Moon For Me." 2 p.m.

BLACK WATCH AND SCOTS GUARDS

March 3

The legendary pipes, drums and highland dancers of Scotland's Black Watch will join forces with the Band of the Scots Guards for a celebration of four nations: England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. This performance will feature bagpipes, traditional military marches, drum solos, Celtic dancing and beloved songs 2 p.m.

LOS LONELY BOYS

March 6

7 p.m. $20-$45.

CAMP JACK HAZARD BENEFIT: BRETT DENNEN

March 16

Playing with The Good Luck Thrift Store Outfit. VIP "meet and greet" tickets with Brett are available. 7 p.m. $30-$100.

"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

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

MARILYN MANSON

Feb. 15

8 p.m. Modesto Centre Plaza, 1000 L St. $42.50 general admission. (209) 577-6444. www.ticketweb.com

FACULTY RECITAL: DAVID WELLS

Feb. 21

Bassoon. 7:30 p.m. California State University, Bernell and Flora Snider Music Recital Hall (209) 667-3959. www.csustan.edu/SOA

HOUSE OF FLOYD:PINK FLOYD TRIBUTE

Feb. 23

8 p.m. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $17-$20. (209) 862-4490. www.westsidetheatre.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.

ROGUE SIXX

March 1

Alternative-electronic rock group. 9 p.m. Salida Club, 4907 Elm St. , Salida. (209) 545-0664.

TEMPEST

March 2

Folk rock group. 8 p.m. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $15-$18. (209) 862-4490. www.westsidetheatre.org

CARAVANSERAI: THE SANTANA TRIBUTE

March 9

8 p.m. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $19-$22. (209) 862-4490. www.westsidetheatre.org

DENNIS JOHNSON & THE MISSISSIPPI RAMBLERS

March 16

Slide guitar performer. 8 p.m. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $15-$18. (209) 862-4490. www.westsidetheatre.org

SLIDE GUITARIST DENNIS JOHNSON

March 16

West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman.

STATE THEATRE

FILM: "HOW TO SURVIVE A PLAGUE"

Through Feb. 22

Documentary of the men and women who successfully reversed the tide of an epidemic, demanded the attention of a fearful nation and stopped AIDS from becoming a death sentence. Call for times.

FILM: "RUST AND BONE"

Through Feb. 21

French film starring Marion Cotillard as a free-spirited whale trainer on the French Riviera who suffers a devastating injury. Call for times.

FILM: "LET FURY HAVE THE HOUR"

Through March 3

Charged documentary that journeys into the heart of creative counterculture of 2012. Call for times.

FILM: "SISTER"

Through Feb. 28

French film about Simon who lives with his older sister in a housing complex below a luxury Swiss ski resort. With his sister drifting in and out of jobs and relationships, 12-year-old Simon takes on the responsibility of providing for the two of them. Call for times.

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

Presented by the Modesto Film Society. 3 p.m.

FILM: "SOUND CITY"

Feb 17-25

Documentary follows musician Dave Grohl of the Foo Fighters, on a mission to resurrect the rapidly vanishing human touch behind the creation of music. Call for times.

FILM: "SAVING LINCOLN"

Feb. 18-19

In honor of President's Day. Story of our 16th president through the eyes of his longtime friend and law colleague, Ward Hill Lamon. Call for times.

FILM: "TABU"

Feb. 21-March 2

Portuguese film that follows Pilar as she spends her first years of retirement trying to straighten up the world and dealing with other people's guilt, an increasingly frustrating task these days Call for times.

FILM: "JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY"

Feb. 22-March 3

Family secrets, sibling rivalries, theatrical hysterics and the possibility of true love as rare as a blue bullfrog all emerge as a dramatic family comes together at a ramshackle country house upstate. Call for times.

HEARTBREAKER: THE LED ZEPPELIN EXPERIENCE

Feb. 23

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

"LIVE FROM THE RED CARPET"

Feb. 24

Celebrate the films of 2012 with fellow film lovers during this Oscar viewing party. 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

"THE HOBBIT"

Through Feb.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.

"GODOF CARNAGE"

Through 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"

Through 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

PLAYSHOP AND PERFORMANCE: "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Feb. 19

Performance by the San Francisco Shakespeare Festival's Shakespeare on Tour. Audience participation workshop to follow. 6 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St., Modesto. Free. (209) 558-7810.

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.

"THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE"

Feb. 22-March 3

A hilarious musical romp centering on a spelling bee. Feb. 22-23 & March 1,2, 7:30 p.m.; March 1, 2 p.m. Downey High School Auditorium, 1000 Coffee Road, Modesto. $7-$9. (209) 576-4255.

"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.

CALAVERAS FOLLIES: A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS

March 8-9

Lip-sync, musical revue and celebrity impersonation. Benefit for the Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program. 7:30 p.m. Bret Harte Theatre , 323 Highway 49, Angels Camp. $20-$35. 800- 595-4849. www.calaverasfollies.com

ART

ART ON MAIN

(209) 728-1888

Feb. 16, President's Day reception featuring local artists. Reception, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; 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.

CAFE BLISS

Through Feb. 28, permanent marker art. 152 N. Yosemite Blvd., Oakdale.

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, STANISLAUS, GALLERY

(209) 667-3186

Through Feb. 22, sculpture by Tom Bills. Gallery hours: Noon-4 p.m. Monday-Friday; 6-9 p.m. Thursdays. 1 University Center, Turlock. Free. www.csustan.edu

CARNEGIE ARTS CENTER

(209) 632-5761

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

Feb. 21, Third Thursday Art Walk; through March 21, "Plate, Cup and Vase: Beyond Function" 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

Art Talk, 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, "Bodie: A Photographer's View" with images from Raymond Jabola as part of the Third Thursday Art Walk. Show: 5-9 p.m. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. 1208 J St. www.crowtrading.com

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.

INTRINSIC ELEMENTS

(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.

PAPER PLANES TATTOO AND ART STUDIO

(209) 324-1543

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

PEER RECOVERY ARTS 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.

TREWINFRAMERY

(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.

UC MERCEDART GALLERY

(209) 228-4566

Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday. 5200 North Lake Rd, Merced.

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 HAWK CASINO

(888) 573-3495

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

BLACK OAK

(877) 747-8777

Feb. 15, Mardi Gras Party with The Blues Box; March 1, Rockin Down the Highway; March 2, Spazmatics; March 7-8, Tommy Castro and the Painkillers; March 9, Chains Required. 19400 Tuolumne Road North, Tuolumne. www.blackoakcasino.com.

CACHE CREEK

(800) 772-2243

14455 Highway 16, Brooks. www.cachecreek.com

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.

DANCE

NEW DANCERS FESTIVAL

Feb. 15

Learn easy dances from around the world. Stay for performances and refreshments. 7:30 p.m. Carnegie Arts Center, 250 N. Broadway, Turlock. Free. (209) 480-0387.

FESTIVALS & FAIRS

SPAM FESTIVAL

Feb. 17

Come celebrate the unique canned meat. Festival features a cooking competition, live music and spam carving and throwing contests. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Isleton Joe's, 212 Second St. , Isleton. (916) 806-2498.

RIPON ALMOND BLOSSOM FESTIVAL

Feb. 22-25

Annual festival featuring a parade, fun run, carnival rides and all things almond. Community Center, Ripon. (209) 599-7519. www.riponchamber.org

47TH ANNUAL GEM, JEWELRY AND ROCK SHOW

March 9-10

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N. Broadway, Turlock. $6 adult, 12 and under free.

FILM

FAMILY FILM MATINEE: "TALE OF DESPEREAUX"

Feb. 16

2 p.m. Sonora Library, 480 Greenley Road. Free. (209) 533-5507. www.tuolcolib.org

FILM: "PARANORMAN"

Feb. 16

Family film about a young boy and his paranormal adventures. 2 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. free. (209) 847-4204.

FAMILY MOVIE: "ELLA ENCHANTED"

Feb. 19

6 p.m. Salida Branch Library,4835 Sisk Road. Free. (209) 543-7353.

FILM AND LECTURE: "SING YOUR SONG: HARRY BELAFONTE"

Feb. 21

More than an entertainer, this film show's Belafonte's role as an activist in the civil rights movement. Discussion to follow. 7 p.m. Modesto Junior College, East Campus, Forum 110, 435 College Ave. Free. (209) 575-6180.

"NIGHTJOHN"

Feb. 24

Part of Stockton Black Family Day, this film follows a young slave girl who is taught to read by a former runaway slave. The star of the film, Carl Lumbly will be in attendance to answer questions after the movie. Reception to follow. 3-7 p.m. Bob Hope Theatre, 242 E. Main St., Stockton. $5. (209) 471-0711.

FOOD & FUN

SIERRA RAILROADDINNER 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

ODD FELLOWS BREAKFAST

March. 10

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

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.

MASONIC HALL CRAB AND PRIME RIB DINNER

Feb. 16

Two seatings, 5 and 8 p.m. Masonic Lodge-Modesto, 800 Rose Ave. $40. (209) 524-3238.

STEAK AND CRAB FEED

Feb. 16

Hosted by the Newman Youth Sports Alliance, includes raffle and a silent auction. 6-10 p.m. War Memorial Building, 247 E. Canal Drive, Turlock. $40. (209) 620-3377.

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.

REBEKAH LODGE VALENTINE'S BREAKFAST

Feb. 17

Proceeds will help benefit the Heart Association. 7-11 a.m. IOOF Hall-La Grange, Main St. $5. (209) 853-2128.

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.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL AND SILENT AUCTION

March 1

Fund-raiser for Modesto Parent Participation preschool. 6-8:30 p.m. Centenary Methodist Church, 1911 Toyon Ave. . (209) 527-5441.

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.

64TH ANNUAL HORNITOS ENCHILADA DINNER

March 2

Come for dinner, stay for entertainment and vendors. Take out available. Proceeds benefit community programs. 3:30-8 p.m. Golden Stag Hall, Bear Valley Road, Hornitos. $12 adult, $6 child. (209) 376-2320. www.hornitospc.com

EBELSKIVER BREAKFAST

March 2

Presented by the Ceres Chapter Order of the Eastern Star. 8 a.m.-noon. Masonic Family Center, Third and North streets, Ceres. $8 adults, $5 children. (209) 450-1517.

OMELET BRUNCH AND BOUTIQUE

March 11

Presented by the Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary. 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Centenary United Methodist Church, McHenry Avenue at Norwegian Avenues, Modesto. $25. (209) 869-1900.

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

RIPON AQUATICS CRAB FEED

March 16

All-you-can-eat crab, silent auction, raffle and music. 5 p.m. Ripon Community Center, 334 W. Fourth St. $45. (209) 969-4296.

TALENT

CALL FOR ARTISTS

Through March 9

Presented by the Central California Art Association, the contest will award winners in various categories and a best of show prize of $500. The show will run May 4-June 14. Call or stop in for entry form. 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Friday; noon-4 p.m. Saturday. Central California Art Association and Mistlin Gallery, 1015 J St., Modesto. (209) 529-3369.

CALAVERAS BIG TREES: CALL FOR DOCENTS

March 5-April 13

Interested volunteers must attend the new docent orientation classes on March 5 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. or April 13 from 12:30 p.m.-4 p.m. RSVP 2 weeks in advance. (209) 765-7980.

PLAYWRIGHTS WANTED

Through April 10

Seeking one-act play submissions for the second annual One Act Play Festival. See website for submission details and guidelines. (209) 914-1904. www.tracyfest.com

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

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.

AUDUBON BIRDING TRIPS

Through Feb. 17

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. 949- 922-1445.

COLUMBIA BIG BAND DANCE

Feb. 20

Benefit for Summerville High Music 6 p.m. Tuolumne Memorial Hall, 18375 Fir Ave., Tuolumne. $10.

DOLL WORKSHOP AND TEA PARTY

Feb. 20

Presented by the Mother Lode Doll Study Group, program helps girls 7-11 learn to better care and handle their dolls. Doll tea party to follow the workshop. Advanced sign-up is required. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Sonora Library, 480 Greenley Road. Free, limited to 20. (209) 533-5507. www.tuolucolib.org

MODESTO LIBRARYBOOK CLUB

Feb. 20

February's book club pick is "State of Wonder" by Ann Patchett. 7 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St., Modesto. (209) 558-7814.

CERES GARDEN CLUB

Feb. 21

Guest Speaker, Lucille Solaegue. Bring card-sized dried flowers to make pressed flower cards. Guests are welcome. 11:30 a.m. Ceres Community Center, 2701 Fourth St.

SCIENCE TALK: DINOSAURS OF CALIFORNIA

Feb. 22

Featuring Professor Richard Hilton, presented by Modesto Area Partners in Science (MAPS). 7:30 p.m. Modesto Junior College, East Campus, Forum 110, 435 College Ave. Free. (209) 575-6173.

SCRAPBOOKING WITH ANNA SOTO

Feb. 23

Some materials provided, participants encouraged to bring their own. 12:30-4:30 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St., Modesto. Free. (209) 558-7814.

RIVERBANK LIBRARY BOOK CLUB

Feb. 26

February's book club pick is "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood. 4 p.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe. (209) 869-7008.

BEGINNING GENEALOGY WORKSHOP

Feb. 27

Learn how to search your family history using online resources and tools. 7 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N Salado Ave. (209) 892-6473.

2013 TRIVIA BEE

March 9

Fund-raiser for the Tuolumne County Library. Sonora Opera Hall, 250 S. Washington St., Sonora. (209) 694-2727.

MOTHER LODE WEAVERS AND SPINNERS GUILD

March 12

Guest will be quilter, Pam Fondse 10 a.m. Church of the 49ers, 11155 Jackson St., Columbia. (209) 588-1514. www.mlwsguild.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. Wednesdays, Ceres, $3. 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 guest 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 non-members; 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 SENIORDANCE

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 4th St. $2 door; $8 membership. (209) 538-0362.

FRIDAY NIGHT FOLKDANCING

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.

FOR KIDS

PARA LOS NINOS PROGRAM

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.

TAE KWON DO AND SELF-DEFENSE KIDS CLASSES

Through March 16

The classes offered are Tae Kwon Do for Tots, for ages 3-4 and Kidsafe Self Defense, 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

MINERAL AND FOSSIL SHOW

Feb. 16

Program for kids to learn about various rocks, minerals and fossils. Noon. Modesto Library, 1500 I St., Modesto. Free. (209) 558-7810.

PAWS TO READPROGRAM

Feb. 20

Children read to therapy-dogs to practice their reading skills. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Sonora Library, 480 Greenley Road. Free, sign-up required. (209) 533-5507.

FOSSILS AND DINOS PROGRAM

Feb. 23

Learn about rocks, minerals and fossils from the "Rock Lady" Terry McMillin. Participating children will receive a free shark's tooth. 1 p.m. Turlock Library , 550 Minaret Ave. (209) 664-8100.

SCIENCE ON SATURDAY

Feb. 23

Theme will be "Butterfly Flutterby." For ages 4-7. 10-11 a.m. Great Valley Museum, 1100 Stoddard Ave., Modesto. $13. (209) 575-6196.

GARY LAPOW

March 6

Participants asked to bring their own dinner and enjoy children's musical artist Gary Lapow. Advance tickets available beginning Feb. 20. 7 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St., Modesto. Free, registration is required. (209) 558-7810.

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