Calendar: Events across the Modesto region

Modesto Symphony Orchestra. 8 p.m. both nights. Mary Stuart Rogers Theater. $19-$92.

5678 Dance Studio presents its 23rd recital. 6:30 p.m. May 18, 2 p.m. May 20. Mary Stuart Rogers Theater.

The “King of the Accordion,” musician, vocalist, and songwriter. 8 p.m. Mary Stuart Rogers Theater. $49-$99.

Clarinet sensation’s tribute to Benny Goodman. 7 p.m. Mary Stuart Rogers Theater. $39-$49.

Folklorico dances from various states of Mexico. 7 p.m. Foster Theater. $10.

Modesto Symphony Orchestra Guest conductor Bob Bernhard and vocalists performing sports-themed classics. 8 p.m. June 2, 2 p.m. June 3. Mary Stuart Rogers Theater. $19-$92.

Funstrummers. Songbooks provided. 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto. Donation. 209-505-3216. www.Funstrummers.com.

Funstrummers. 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Lesson, play-along. First United Methodist Church, 850 16th St. at I Street. 209-505-3216. www.Funstrummers.com.

Men’s barbershop-style a cappella chorus rehearsals. 7-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Mancini Hall, 718 Tuolumne Blvd., Modesto. 209-524-6139.

May 21, Martin Martinez Big Band; June 18, The Cocuzzi Trio; July 16, B-Sharp & The Axxidentals; Aug. 20, Fulton Street Jazzz Band. 1 p.m. featured band. Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 1612 Sisk Road, Modesto. $8-$12.

Brief ukulele lessons and tips. Other acoustic instruments welcome. 10 a.m.-noon Thursdays. Carnegie Arts Center, 250 N. Broadway, Turlock. Free. 209-634-3311 or 209-667-2272.

9:15 a.m.-noon Fridays Church of the Brethren, 2301 Woodland Ave., Modesto. Info: 209-505-3216; www.Funstrummers.com

Chorus presents Colors of Spring concert series. 2:30 p.m. Union Congregational Church, Angels Camp. $10. www.mountainmelody.org

All Star Band. 5 p.m. doors, 6 p.m. show. The Portal, 1324 Coldwell Ave., Modesto. $10; bar proceeds benefit Hope Haven West. 209-402-7900.

Music that incorporates storytelling, opera, classic Israeli songwriting, and lyrics in English and Hebrew. 7:30 p.m. Gottschalk Music Center, recital hall, 1502 E St., Modesto. $15; free age 12 and under. 209-543-5306.

Voices for the King perform 7 p.m. Ripon Christian High School Performing Arts Center, 435 Maple Ave., Ripon. Voices for the King performs in recognition of national armed service members, local law enforcement and fire department members. Color guard presentation. Free. www.modestounplugged.com.

BluesBox Bayou Band, dance lesson with Ted Sherrod. 7 p.m. doors open, 8:30 p.m. music. Eagles Hall, 126 Camellia Way, Modesto. $10. 209-526-3096.

Neil Young tribute. 8 p.m. West Side Theater, 1331 Main St., Newman. $17 general, $20 reserved. 209-862-4490 or www.westsidetheatre.org.

Evening of “musical hijinks. 6 p.m. doors, 7 p.m. show. The Portal, 1324 Coldwell Ave., Modesto. $10; bar proceeds benefit Hope Haven West. 209-402-7900.

Film that opened Quentin Tarantino's filmmaking career with hard-hitting style. 7 p.m. May 9 and May 13. $10.

Drama starring Richard Gere. $8-$10.

Documentary on Harold and Lillian Michelson. Worked largely uncredited in the Hollywood system, storyboard artist Harold and film researcher Lillian left an indelible mark on classics by Alfred Hitchcock, Steven Spielberg, Mel Brooks, Francis Ford Coppola, and many more. $8-$10.

The year is 1940, London. With the nation bogged down by war, the British ministry turns to propaganda films to boost morale. $8-$10.

Improvised mayhem, mirth and merriment in two-act play performed by Synergy Theater in the style of Shakespeare. 3 p.m. Free students, $3 general.

Sneak Preview of “The Drowning,” based on “Border Crossing,” the controversial novel about violence in children by Pat Barker. Stars Julia Stiles, Josh Charles, Avan Jogia in the story of a forensic psychologist who is haunted by his expert witness testimony that sent a young boy to prison. On-Screen talkback with Stiles, Charles and Director Bette Gordon follows the film. 7 p.m. $10.

Susan Sarandon, Elle Fanning and Naomi Watts star in film about a family living under one roof in New York dealing with a life-changing transformation by one that ultimately affects them all. $8-$10.

Cynthia Nixon stars as Emily Dickinson. $8-$10.

Modesto Film Society presentation. Charles Boyer, Ingrid Bergman and Joseph Cotton star in classic gothic tale set in the Victorian era, in which Boyer schemes to convince Berman, new wife Bergman that she is on the verge of insanity. 2 p.m. $8.

Adults-only musical comedy is the story of a recent college graduate who moves into a seedy neighborhood. Call for times. Playhouse Merced, 452 W. Main St. Merced. $22. boxoffice@playhousemerced.com, 209-725-8587

Sierra Repertory Theatre comedy about a play-within-a-play. 7 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays, 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, 2 or 7 p.m. Thursdays. Sierra Repertory Theatre, Fallon House Theatre, 11175 Washington St., Columbia State Historic Park. $32-$37. 209-532-3120 or www.sierrarep.org

Corporate lawyer Amir, who has forsworn his Muslim inheritance and concealed his Pakistani origins, finds his past catching up with him. 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Prospect Theater Project, 1214 K St, Modesto. $20 general, $10 student. 209-549-9341 or prospecttheaterproject.org

Musical where audience is asked to use their imagination into a world of moonlight and magic where a boy and a girl fall in love, grow apart and finally find their way back to each other. 7 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays, 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, 2 or 7 p.m. Thursdays. Sierra Repertory Theatre, Fallon House Theatre, 11175 Washington St., Columbia State Historic Park. $32-$37. 209-532-3120 or www.sierrarep.org

Center Stage Conservatory children’s production based on Shakepeare's "Twelfth Night.” Best for ages 4-10 and their families. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday. Lower Level Studio, 948 11th St., Modesto. $5. Centerstagemodesto.com.

Frank is a tutor of English, Rita a forthright hairdresser eager to learn. After weeks of cajoling, Rita slowly wins over the very hesitant Frank with her innate insight and refusal to accept no for an answer. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, 2 p.m Sundays. Stage 3 Theatre Company, 208 S Green St., Sonora. $17-$25. www.stage3.org.

Through May, Merla Frazey-Jordan. Wednesdays-Sundays 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 167 S. Washington St. Sonora.

Through June 23, Graduating Seniors Exhibition with reception May 11 at 5:30 p.m. 135 W. Main St., Turlock. www.csustan.edu/soa.

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

Through June 23, Graduating Seniors Exhibition with reception May 11 at 5:30 p.m. 135 W. Main St., Turlock.

www.csustan.edu/soa.

Through May, Andrea Morris with artist reception May 18 during the Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday. 1224 K St., Modesto.

Through May 26, Graduating Seniors Exhibition. 1 University Circle, Turlock.

Through June 2, Central California Art Showcase in conjunction with Carnegie Arts Center. May 18, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. Gallery hours: 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Friday; noon-4 p.m. Saturday. 1015 J St., Modesto. Free. ccaagallery.org.

May 18, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. 918 10th St., Modesto.

www.thechartreusemuse.com.

May 18, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 915 10th St., Modesto.

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

modestoartwalk.com.

May 18, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 1003 12th St., Modesto.

Aug. 10, Nov. 9, Evening art walks several arts venues and businesses. 6-9 p.m.

Gustine Museum Historical Society presents “A Record of Time – Clocks and Calendars.” Gallery hours: 1-4 p.m. Thursday and Sunday. 397 Fourth St. www.gustinehistoricalsociety.org.

Ongoing, Mary A. Scheinuck, Waldemar “Walt” Scheinuck and other California artists. Gallery hours: Open by appointment. 18091 Hart Lane, Manteca.

Exhibits of a county recorder’s office, a general store and a re-created blacksmith shop. Gallery hours: noon-4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. 1402 I St., Modesto. Free.

Through June 15, “California Centered: Printmaking Exhibition”. ,Gallery hours: 11 a.m. -6 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. 645 W. Main St..

May 18, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 1222 J St., Modesto. www.peerrecoveryartproject.org.

May 18, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 1030 J. St., Modesto. www.preservationcoffee.com.

Ongoing artists exhibit. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. 1031 W. Orangeburg Ave., Modesto.

Through June 3, Patrick Michael Karnahan’s paintings of Jamestown’s historic Sierra Railroad. 140 South Washington St., Sonora

May 18, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 1313 J St., Modesto. stillsmokingstore.tripod.com.

Ongoing, “Rhett Regina Owings: Monterey Coast.” Gallery hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fridays. 132 S. Center St., Turlock.

Ongoing, 10 local artists. Exhibit hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 4459 Spyres Way, Suite A, Modesto.

Folk dancing lessons. No partner or experience necessary. Open to teens and older. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fridays. $5. 209-634-8843 or 209-480-0387.

Community-based ukulele strum and singalong. Open to all ages and skill levels, as well as other acoustic instruments. 10:30 a.m. Free.

www.turlockukejamz.org.

Collaborative juried exhibition with Modesto’s Mistlin Gallery featuring 162 works in a variety of mediums.

Works by Central Valley artists Katherine Crinklaw, Sharon Maney LoManto and Nic Webber. Frees artists’ reception May 1, 6-8 p.m. In the Lobby Gallery.

Artists featured in the Central California Art Showcase exhibition discuss their work and answer questions. 2-4:30 p.m.

Camp Fire Songs & Stories with Camp Jack Hazard. Traditional camp activities, including sing-along songs, stories, a creative “bonfire”,and s’mores. 7-8:30 p.m. Free

Aileen Jaffa Poetry Contest awards ceremony and readings. 2-3 p.m. Free.

16929 Chicken Ranch Road, Jamestown. 209-984-4806. www.chickenranchcasino.com.

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

12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson.

www.jacksoncasino.com.

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

14455 Highway 16, Brooks. www.cachecreek.com.

May 12, Dueling DJs; May 13, Liquid Blue; May 18, Kingsborough; May 19, Jelly Bread; May 20, Superlicious; May 25-26, Shenandoah; May 27, Decoy. 19400 Tuolumne Road N., Tuolumne.

711 Lucky Lane, Coarsegold.

Benefit for H.O.S.T. House (Helping Others Sleep Tonight) featuring LaPorte with Emily Epstein White. 8 p.m. Fellowship Hall at Federated Church, 45 S. El Circulo Ave., Patterson. $15 advance, $20 door 800-838-3006 or HostHouseComedyNight.com

Hosted by A.J. DeMello, featuring comedians Adam Pearlstein and Saul Trujillo and headliner Cheryl Anderson. 9 p.m. Pizza Factory, 1050 W. Monte Vista Ave., Turlock. Free.

MOTHER LODE ROUND-UP ▪  May 13-14

Parade and Rodeo sponsored by the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Posse. Saturday will feature a 10 a.m. parade in historic downtown Sonora on Washington Street. Saturday and Sunday rodeo at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds begins 2 p.m. both days. Sunday will include a $7 Mother’s Day Brunch from 8 a.m. to noon. Rodeo tickets are $7-$18. www.motherloderoundup.com.

CENTRAL VALLEY BREWFEST ▪  May 13

Featuring more than 150 beers to sample, food trucks on site, music by Wonder Bread 5, along with art from Art Expressions of San Joaquin. Making an appearance will be the Stella Artois Airstream. This is a 21-and-older event. Noon-5 p.m. Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N. Broadway, Turlock. $35 advance, $40 at the door; $15 for designated drivers. www.cvbrewfest.com.

WATERFORD WESTERN HERITAGE DAY ▪  May 13

Waterford celebrates history with parade, pony rides, train rides, music, vendors and food. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Downtown Waterford. Free. 209-874-1028.

CALAVERAS COUNTY FAIR AND JUMPING FROG JUBILEE ▪  May 18-21

Annual jumping frog competition and county fair with food, exhibits, entertainment, rodeo, destruction derby, livestock, arena events, vendor booths and more. Ned LeDoux performs Friday at 8 p.m. Festival hours 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Thursday and Sunday, 8 a.m.-midnight Friday and Saturday. Calaveras County Fairgrounds, 2465 Gun Club Road, Angels Camp. $8-$13. www.frogtown.org.

DIGGINS TENT TOWN 1852 ▪  May 18-21

Columbia State Historic Park’s annual living history event with costumed volunteers. Visitors experience the events and environment of an 1850s mining camp re-created in detail from the clothing, food and tasks to entertainment. Food, drink and other items for purchase. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. $7, $2 age 12 and under. www.parks.ca.gov.

OAKDALE CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL ▪  May 20-21

Annual festival with arts and crafts, Chocolate Avenue, food, fun runs, car show, kids activities, vendors, entertainment and more. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Wood Park, Highways 120 and 108, Oakdale. Tickets $4 advance, $5-$6 at the gate; free ages 12 and under. www.oakdalechamber.com.

FAMILY CYCLING FESTIVAL AND CRITERIUM ▪  May 20

Cycling fest features free children’s bike helmets, bounce houses, rock climbing, vendor booths, BMX bike demos, races and more. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. I Street, between 10th and 12th streets. Free. 209-571-5193. Criterium runs in conjunction with the festival and offers a variety of race categories. Races begin and end at the corner of 13th and I streets at 7:30 a.m. 209-605-7315.

Soroptimist of Twain Harte wine and food tasting with auctions, live music, more. 5-7 p.m. Meadow Plaza, Twain Harte. $40. www.twainhartesoroptimist.org.

MARIPOSA ART & WINE FESTIVAL ▪  May 27

Artists present a variety of wares while winemakers offer a taste of the region. Food and entertainment also planned. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mariposa County Courthouse lawn, 5088 Bullion St., Mariposa. www.mariposarotary.org.

SPRING PEDDLERS FAIRE ▪  May 27-28

More than antiques, collectibles, handcrafted items, foods, vintage jewelry and more. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. both days. Free. Downtown Arnold. www.gocalaveras.com.

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

www.sierrarailroad.com.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3199. 7-11 a.m. first and third Sundays of month. Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall, 2801 W. Hatch Road, Modesto. $8. 209-537-3360.

Friday night dinner by VFW Post 3199. 4-7 p.m. Fridays. Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall-Modesto, 2801 W. Hatch Road. $6-$10. 209-537-3360.

Presented by Northern Mariposa County History Center. 8-11 a.m. second Sundays. Coulterville School House, Broadway and Cemetery. $5 adults; $3 children.

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

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

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

Livingston VFW monthly hamburger night. 5-7 p.m. last Thursdays. Livingston Veterans Memorial Hall, 1605 Seventh St. $2-$4.50. 209-394-2059. www.vfwlivingston.com.

Year-round. 8 a.m.-noon. Saturdays. 16th Street and Canal, Merced. 209-389-4175.

Hosted by Fraternal Order of Eagles. 8-11 a.m. first Sundays. Eagles Hall, 126 Camellia Way, Modesto. $6. 209-577-2298.

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.

8 a.m.-noon first Sundays. IOOF Hall, Main Street, Knights Ferry. $5.

Monthly luncheon. 11:15 a.m. third Wednesdays. Denair Community Center, 3850 N. Gratton Road. 209-632-0011.

www.sirinc.org.

8-11 a.m. second Sundays. Odd Fellows Hall, 30018 Yosemite Blvd., La Grange. $6. 209-853-2128

Social club for seniors age 65-plus. 8-8:30 a.m. Sundays. Perko’s, 3848 McHenry Ave., Modesto. 209-576-0279.

8 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays. 16th Street, between H and I streets. Free. 209-605-8536.

5 p.m. Thursdays. Main Street, Columbia State Historic Park. Free 209-499-8273.

McHenry Mansion Foundation event. Seatings at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. McHenry Mansion, 906 15th St., Modesto. $30, reserve by May 5. 209-522-1739.

10 a.m.-1 p.m. SOS Club, 819 Sunset Ave., Modesto. Reservations required; $30 adults, $15 under age 12.

Omelets, potatoes, bacon, sausage, fruit salad, muffins and beverage. Proceeds benefit local mission work. 11 a.m. Hughson United Methodist Church, 2007 6th ST., Hughson. $18, $10 age 10 under. 209-202-8812

Stage 3 Theatre Company includes dinner, margaritas and dancing to Risky Biscuits. 6-11 p.m. Manzanita Building at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds, Sonora. $49. stage3.org.

Riverbank Historical Society hosts fundraiser. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Riverbank Community Center, 3600 Santa Fe St. $10 adults, $5 age 6 and under. 209-869-7161.

Twain Harte Area Chamber of Commerce event with cook off and children’s activities. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Meadow Plaza, Twain Harte www.twainhartecc.com.

Live music by Flying Blind. 6 p.m. cocktails, 7 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. dancing. SOS Club, 819 Sunset Ave., Modesto. $20.

Fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity. Get family and friends involved with team to help build a Habitat home. 8:30-2:30. Register at www.stanislaushabitat.org.

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuolomne County Library. mlwsguild.org.

Jon Olson will speak on “Bicycles Through History,” illustrated by the museum’s current display of historic bicycles. 2 p.m. McHenry Museum, 14th and I St., Modesto. Free.

Railtown 1897 State Historic Park excursion train rides. 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. 10501 Reservoir Road, Jamestown. $15 for adults, $10 ages 6-17, free age 5 and under. www.railtown1897.org.

Stanislaus County Office of Education host bestselling author and documentary filmmaker Kevin Hines who will share his story of survival after jumping from the Golden Gate Bridge. 6-8 p.m. Modesto Junior College East Campus CAT 218 building. Free.

Milt Trieweller on “Creating a Sustainable Planet.” 6:45 p.m. Fellowship Hall, College Avenue Congregational Church, 1341 College Ave., Modesteo. Free. 209-300-4253

Stanislaus Wildlife Care Center event with educational animals, games, cookies and punch, face painting and kid’s crafts. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wildlife Center inside Fox Grove Fishing Access, 1220 Geer Road, Hughson. www.stanislauswildlife.org.

Local home-crafted, vintage goods and vendors. Vendor fees benefit Interfaith Ministries. 2-6 p.m. One Church, 2361 Scenic Drive, Modesto. 209-572-3117.

Dancing and socializing. Different themes monthly. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Riverbank Community Center, 3600 Santa Fe St. $4 members; $6 nonmembers; $12 annual membership. 209-521-7194.

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

Social time for singles age 50 and older. 5:30 p.m. first and third Fridays. Bel Piatto Restaurant, 1000 Kansas Ave., Modesto. 209-883-2685.

Dance on Tuesdays, second Fridays. First-time guests are free. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays; 7-10 p.m. second Fridays. Modesto Senior Center, 211 Bodem St. Day: $4 members, $6 nonmembers; night: $5 and $7. 209-534-7663.

Rock and country band. 1-4 p.m. second and fourth Sundays. Manteca Senior Center, 295 Cherry Lane. $4. 209-825-0116.

Monthly dances. 7-10 p.m. second Saturdays. Odd Fellows Hall, 6941 Hughson Ave., Hughson. $5 members; $7 nonmembers. 209-614-8048.

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

Square dance club workshop nights. 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays. American Legion Hall, 75 Bothun Road, Turlock. 209-996-0844. www.facebook.com/turlock.steppinpards.

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.

Workshop Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. Dances 7 p.m. Saturdays. Open to singles, couples and children ages 8 and up. 7 p.m. Oakdale Grange Hall, Lambuth and F streets. 209-556-8524 or 209-681-2699.

Sunday dance featuring music by Just Friends and a free samba slide dance lesson. Refreshments available. 1 p.m. fourth Sundays. Merced Community Center Ballroom, 755 W. 15th St. $8. 209-723-0839.

Argentine tango practice. Socialize and practice your tango. 8-10 p.m. Tuesdays. Urbano California Grill, 1016 H St., Modesto. Free. 209-522-1571. www.modestotango.com.

Sierra Repertory Theatre seeks boys and girls ages 7-12 for “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” Rehearsals begin May 23; show runs June 16-July 30. artistic@sierrarep.org or 209-532-0502.

This story was originally published May 11, 2017 at 1:18 PM with the headline "Calendar: Events across the Modesto region."