Calendar: Events across the Modesto region

Featuring trumpeter Scotty Barnhart and vocalist Carmen Bradford. 7:30 p.m. $29-$69.

Bilingual Spanish-English musical for children and family audiences about how one girl can challenge her identity in a modern society while embracing her rich heritage. 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. $8-$15.

Irish and Celtic music, song and dance presented by an all-female lineup of Irish step dancers. 8 p.m. $19-$59.

Concert rock violinist. 3 p.m. $20-$30.

Musical comedy about Deloris Van Cartier, a wannabe diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a crime and the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think to look – a convent. 7:30 p.m. $39-$99.

Central West Ballet presentation. 7 p.m. $30-$35.

Comedian. Show contains adult themes. 8 p.m. $49-$99.

24 Band Student Recital. 12:30 p.m. Free.

Funstrummers ukulele play and singalong. Songbooks provided. 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto. Donation. (209) 505-3216.

Beginning group ukulele lessons. 6-8 p.m. Mondays. First United Methodist Church, Modesto, 850 16th St. Donations. (209) 505-3216.

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

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.

April 19, Founders Day/Rent Party. 12:30 p.m. jam sets; 1 p.m. featured band. Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 1612 Sisk Road, Modesto. $8-$12. (209) 524-3517.

7 p.m. Immanuel Christian Reformed Church, 517 Orange Ave., Ripon (209) 599-6163.

7:30 p.m. Snider Music Rcital Hall, CSU Stanislaus, 1 University Circle. Turlock. $12 general; $8 students and seniors. (209) 667-3958.

Celebration of the birthday of composer Johann Sebastian Bach presented by The Modesto Junior College Community Orchestra. 11:30 a.m. Tenth Street Plaza, 1010 10th St. Free. (209) 575-6646.

Bluegrass music presented by Richland Ministries. 6 p.m. Calvary Baptist Church, 1732 Miller Ave. Free. (209) 524-0922.

Western music with special guest Annie Lydon. 7:30 p.m. Merced Theatre, 301 W. Main St., Merced. $25-$30. (209) 381-0500.

Annual Ernie Bucio MJC music scholarship fundraiser featuring nonstop music. Noon-9 p.m. Barkin’ Dog Grill, 940 11th St. Free will offering.

Center Stage Unplugged concert featuring Frankie Boots and The County Line and The Dustbowl Children, county and Americana music. Presented by Modesto Unplugged. 6 p.m. doors; 6:30 p.m. concert. Center Stage Conservatory, Lower Level Studio, 948 11th St. $10. (209) 846-0179.

Columbia Big Band with jazz singer and trumpeter Bria Skonberg. 6:30 p.m. doors; 7 p.m. show. Dogwood Theater, Columbia College, 1160 Columbia College Dr., Sonora. $15 reserved seating. (209) 588-5126.

7:30 p.m. Snider Music Rcital Hall, CSU Stanislaus, 1 University Circle. Turlock. $12 general; $8 students and seniors. (209) 667-3958.

CSU, Stanislaus, Music Department gala concert. 7:30 p.m. Turlock Community Theatre, 1574 E. Canal Dr., Turlock. $12 general; $8 students and seniors. (209) 667-3958.

Bluegrass artists present folk, gospel, rockabilly, jazz and bluegrass, featuring guest artist Red Dog Ash. 6:30 p.m. Peer Recovery Art Project, 1222 J St. $15 (209) 581-1695.

Live music, dinner and dancing. No-host bar. 6 p.m. SOS Club, 819 Sunset Ave. $40 per person. (209) 578-5801.

Featuring guest artist singer and songwriter, Alex Kash with Grateful. 1 p.m. The Garden Cafe, Columbia Nursery, 22004 Parrots Ferry Road, Sonora. $15 reserved seating. (209) 532-5305.

Julie-N-Friends gospel concert. 6 p.m. Christian Life Center, 650 E. Olive Ave., Merced. Free. (559) 304-1102.

Follow-up film to John Boorman’s five-time Oscar-nominated 1987 film “Hope and Glory.”

Speaker Beth Vitalis, biologist presents lecture on “Protein Models Reveal Secrets.” Film “Contagion” follows lecture. 8:30 a.m. doors; 9 a.m. lecture; 10 a.m. film. Part of the Science on Screen educational series for middle, high school and college students. Free.

Two warriors in pursuit of a stolen sword and a notorious fugitive are led to an impetuous, physically skilled, adolescent nobleman’s daughter, who is at a crossroads in her life. A Modesto Film Society Cinema Club presentation. 2 p.m.

Slightly dark, comedy about an aging, 1970s rock star who decides to give up his hard-living ways and change his life when his manager delivers a 40-year-old letter written to him by none other than John Lennon. Part of the New York Film Critics Series. 6:30 p.m. doors; 7:30 p.m. film. $12.

30th anniversary of iconic portrait of the 1980s American high school life during an afternoon Saturday detention. 6 p.m. doors; 7 p.m. show. $6.

An Israeli woman seeking to finalize her divorce from her cruel and manipulative husband finds herself effectively put on trial by her country's religiously-based marriage laws. Presented in Israeli with English subtitles.

Speaker Vic Castillo, research engineer presents lecture on having fun with models and robots. Film “Robot and Frank” follows lecture. 8:30 a.m. doors; 9 a.m. lecture; 10 a.m. film. Part of the Science on Screen educational series for middle, high school and college students. Free.

The tale of two determined youths and one spirited thoroughbred who join forces to obtain a seemingly impossible victory. Part of the CareMore Senior Film Series. 1:30 p.m.

Musical version of E.B. White’s classic tale Charlotte's Web. 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Playhouse Merced, 452 West Main St., Merced. $5-$10. (209) 725-8587.

During an ostentatious wedding reception, five reluctant, identically clad bridesmaids hide out in an upstairs bedroom, each with her own reason to avoid the proceedings. 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Stage 3 Theatre, 208 S. Green St., Sonora. $17-$25. (209) 536-1778.

Center Stage Conservatory presents play by Rajiv Joseph. An accident prone dare devil and a corrosive masochist navigate friendship, love and the squishy parts that lie in between. Performance on March 19 will be “pay what you can” night. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Thursday, March 19; 2 p.m. Sunday March 15, 22. $15 general; $10 students. (209) 846-0179.

Mary Poppins arrives on the doorstep of the troubled Banks family and using a “practically perfect” combination of magic and common sense takes the children on a magical and memorable journey. March 5 performance features Ladies Night Out with pre-performance vendors, raffle and shopping. 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday, Wednesday-Thursday. Sierra Repertory East Sonora Theatre, 13891 Mono Way. $18-$35. (209) 532-3120.

American classic performed by Downey High School. Reserved tickets available at showtix4u.com. 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. March 22. Thomas Downey High School, Auditorium, 1000 Coffee Road. $10 adults; $8 seniors and students. (209) 576-4211.

Favorite Dr. Seuss characters dance and sing. Presented by Big Valley Christian student performers. 5 and 8 p.m. Big Valley Grace, “The Venue,” 4040 Tully Road. $5. (209) 527-3481.

Sketch comedy guest artist production. 8 p.m. CSU, Stanislaus, Studio Theatre, 1 University Circle. Turlock. $5. (209) 667-3958.

William Shakespeare’s classic tale of love and tragedy presented by Modesto Junior College theatre department. 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday, March 29. Modesto Junior College, East Campus, Performing Arts and Media Center, 435 College Ave. $5-$10 (209) 575-6776.

Farcical black comedy revolving around the Brewster family, descended from the “Mayflower,” but now composed of insane homicidal maniacs presented by the West Side Players. 6:30 doors; 7 p.m. show Friday-Saturday; 2:30 p.m. doors, 3 p.m. show Sunday. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman $15 general; $18 reserved. (209) 862-4490.

Stage Conservatory, 948 11 St., Modesto. $15 general; $10 students. (209) 846-0179.

Through May 1, Daniel Edwards exhibit. Gallery Hours: noon-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 139 W. Main St., Turlock. Free.

April 25-26, Stanislaus County Artist Open Studio Tour, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost of map, $10. April 11, 17-18, Artist studio preview shows.

Ongoing, work by Brad and Nancy Hawn. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Friday. 920 13th St., Modesto.

Through April 1, Printmaking from Los Angeles; April 13-17 Turlock Regional High School Art Show, Artist reception, April 17, 5:30 p.m. Gallery hours: noon-4 p.m. Monday-Friday; 6-9 p.m. Thursday; noon-4 p.m. Saturday. 1 University Center, Turlock. Free. www.csustan.edu

Through April 19, “ArtSpirit”. Gallery hours: 18 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Saturday. 22 N. Main St., San Andreas. www.calaverasarts.org.

Through March 21, “Young @ Art”. Gallery hours: 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Friday; noon-4 p.m. Saturday. 1015 J St., Modesto. Free. www.ccartassn.org

April 16, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m.

Through April 2, “Inspired by Nature”. Gallery Hours: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. 226 N. First St., Turlock. www.firststreetgalleries.com.

Through April 10, 17th annual Celebration of the Arts in Schools Student Exhibit; through September, “Paper, Print and Painting.” Gallery Hours: 1-4:30 Monday-Friday; or by appointment.

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: Tuesday-Sunday, noon-4 p.m. 1402 I St., Modesto. Free.

Through July 19, “Promoting Merced: A County of Many Resources”. Museum hours: 1-4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. 21st and N streets, Merced.

March 21-26, Modesto City Schools Youth Art Month show. Awards reception March 26 5-7 p.m. Gallery Hours: 10 a.m-5 p.m Monday-Wednesday; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday. 435 College Avenue. Free.

Monday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 355 E. F St. , Oakdale. $1. www.oakdalecowboymuseum.org

Tuesday-Thursday; noon-4 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. 189 S. Washington St., Sonora. www.outofhandclay.org

Ongoing artists exhibit. Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 3012 McHenry Ave., Modesto.

Through March 28, “Between the Harps & Snakes”. 140 S. Washington St., Sonora. www.sonorajoes.com.

Through April 3, Interpretive Exhibition, “Think! Create! Share!” 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 1100 H St.

March 26, fourth annual “The Art of Justice Celebration and Fundraiser.” 5:30-8:30 p.m., $20 advance; $25 door. 1625 I St.

April 6-May 5, Bobcat Art Show, artist reception April 13, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday. 5200 North Lake Road, Merced.

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

“Yosemite Renaissance.” Gallery Hours: 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. daily. 9037 Village Dr, Yosemite Valley.

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

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

Exhibit of paintings by Chella and photographs by Dan Kasser, a unique pairing and perspective on Valley themes. $5 nonmembers; free members.

Members of the Pen Women, a regional group of artists, writers, and creative women, share their talents with an exhibition of artwork that inspires poetry.

Certified Irish Step Dance instructor Glynis Gawn and the Van Dieman’s Band host an evening of Irish dancing, music and fun. 7 p.m. Free.

Informal gallery talk with artist/educators Dan Kasser and Chella about the current exhibition of their works in the Ferrari Gallery. 2 p.m. Free.

All-day festival highlighting women and creativity. Events include panel discussion, “Telling Your Story: How to Market and Promote Your Work,” with moderator Jeannie Pool and panel participants Beverly Simmons, Deon Nielsen Price, Marlene Hajdu, a lecture on ceramic artist and sculptor Betty Feves presented by her daughter, Julie Feves, and Maya Angelou poetry reading performed by members of the Sankofa Theater of Modesto. Free.

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

March 21, Chippendales; March 28, Moonwalker: A Tribute to Michael Jackson. 1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln. www.thundervalleycasino.com

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

March 20, Decades and Summer of Love: March 21, Maxx Cabello Jr.; March 22, Westbound 50; March 27, Ryan Hernandez and Jackson Michelson; March 28, The Spazmatics; March 29, Dave Russell. 1 Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville. www.redhawkcasino.com

March 21, Lavell Crawford; March 22, Marie Osmond and Friends. 14455 Highway 16, Brooks. www.cachecreek.com

March 20, Twice as Good Blues; March 21, Chains Required; March 27, Roy Rogers; March 28, Pride & Joy. 19400 Tuolumne Road North.

First Wednesdays, Filmmaker Social Club; Sundays, open mike. 1126 14th St., Modesto.

Original sketch comedy with wife and husband team presented by The Department of Theatre, CSU Stanislaus School of Arts. 8 p.m. CSU Stanislaus, Studio Theatre, One University Circle, Turlock. $12 general; $10 students and seniors. (209) 667-3958.

Original sketch comedy. 8 p.m. Thursday and Sunday; 7 and 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday. CSU, Stanislaus, Studio Theatre, 1 University Circle. Turlock. $8-$10. (209) 667-3958.

Valley’s largest pub crawl, featuring 25 custom pubs, games, live entertainment, dancing. 21-and-older event. 3 p.m. Downtown Modesto. $12.

Community celebration featuring pancake breakfast, Irish Day parade, bagpipes, singers, dancers, musicians, and jugglers. Kids activities including pony rides. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Main Street, Murphys.

Sponsored by the CSU, Stanislaus, College of the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences to celebrate the creative work of women in the arts. Daytime events free. Concert tickets $8-$12. Various Locations. (209) 667-3958.

34th annual festival with rocky mountain oyster dinner, hosted bar, raffle and live auction. 6 p.m. FES Hall, 190 N. Lee Ave., Oakdale. $65 advance; $75 door. (209) 847-7049.

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

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

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.

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

Livingston VFW monthly hamburger night. 5-7 p.m. Last Thursday of month. Livingston Veterans Memorial Hall, 1605 Seventh St. $2-$4.50. (209) 394-2059. www.vfwlivingston.com

VFW Auxiliary weekly hamburger night. 4-8 p.m. Fridays. Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall-Modesto, 2801 W. Hatch Road. $6-$7. (209) 668-9710.

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

Wine and food selections, live and silent auction, raffle. 5-7 p.m. Meadow Plaza, 23000 Meadow Dr., Twain Harte. $35. (209) 928-1616.

Annual Irish Days pancake breakfast with pancakes, ham, scrambled eggs, juice, tea and coffee. 8-10:30 a.m. First Congregational United Church of Christ, 509 Algiers St., Murphys. $7 adults; $4 children under 10. (209) 728-3141.

Eighth annual “Build your own omelet dinner” including omelet, potatoes, biscuits, fruit and beverage. 4:30-7 p.m. Escalon United Methodist Church, 2000 Jackson Ave., Escalon. $8 adults, $4 children under 10, children under 5 are free. (209) 838-2792.

Knights Ferry Civil War Days spaghetti dinner fund-raiser. Raffle. 5-8 p.m. Knights Ferry Community Club, Main St. $7 adults; $4 children 10 and under. (209) 847-6245.

Marissa’s Closet and the Marissa Alexandria Guidance Center second annual fundraising event. Spring Creek Golf Course, 1580 Spring Creek Dr., Ripon. $130 per person, all inclusive; $35 per person for dinner and auction. (209) 613-0836.

Calaveras County Arts Council spring dinner. 5:30 p.m. Hotel Leger, 8304 Main St., Mokelumne Hill. $17. (209) 754-1774.

Merced Branch of the Italian Catholic Federation polenta and chicken dinner and raffle. Advance ticket sales only. 5 p.m. Italo American Lodge, 18th and U St., Merced. $15 adults; $7.50 children under 12 years. (209) 383-4817.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Stanislaus County event with reversed plating, club members receive steak and adults receive burgers. 6-8 p.m. The Century, 927 10th St. $500 table of 10. (209) 549-2765.

Children may create a “paper roll bug” using paper rolls and personalized touches. 1:30 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St., Newman. (209) 862-2010.

All ages can build LEGO displays for the library. Children under age four are welcome to participate with direct parental supervision. 3:30 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 Minaret Ave., Turlock. (209) 664-8100; 4 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. (209) 543-7353.

Teen presentation on popular teen literature, new books, upcoming book collections and a look at the young adult eBooks available. Participants are encouraged to bring their electronic devices for hands-on learning. 4 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St., Newman. (209) 862-2010.

All ages can build LEGO displays for the library. Children under age four are welcome to participate with direct parental supervision. 3:30 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. (209) 558-7814.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) volunteers who are trained by the IRS will provide assistance with tax preparation. Space is limited and registration is required. 3-7 p.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St., Riverbank. (209) 869-7008.

The Civil War 150 movie, “Lincoln and Lee at Antietam” screening. 7 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. Free. (209) 558-7814.

Ramp it Up math fun with long foam tubes to build the fastest super ball ramps ever. Kindergarten through second grade students may participate in Crazy 8’s Math Club. 4 p.m. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road, Denair. (209) 634-1283.

Program will offer insights into couponing with tips on saving money at the grocery store and more. 6 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave., Keyes. (209) 664-8006.

Local scrapbooker Anna Soto will lead a scrapbooking workshop. Participants are encouraged to bring their own materials. 12:30-4:30 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. (209) 558-7814.

Screening of “Shenandoah” classic film about a wealthy Virginia landowner who refuses to take sides in the Civil War. 2 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. (209) 543-7353.

New and classic board games, puzzles, card games and more available for family game play. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 Minaret Ave., Turlock. (209) 664-8100.

Interactive program will help empower children keep earth clean and green. 11 a.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St., Riverbank. (209) 869-7008.

Participants create a little basket made with recycled materials. 3:30 p.m. Waterford Library, 324 E St., Waterford (209) 874-2191.

Attendees can learn about Latino culture with creation of a unique craft, music and dance presentation and games from Mexico. 4 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. (209) 543-7353.

Games, puzzles, activities for all. Old classics and new, featuring board games, card games, and games of skill and chance. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 Minaret Ave., Turlock. (209) 664-8100.

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

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.

6:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Perko’s Cafe, 2120 Patterson Road, Riverbank. (209) 342-7358.

Variety of fitness classes including senior classes and beginning line dancing. No registration or membership required. Monday-Friday, call for times. Centenary Methodist Church, 1911 Toyon Ave. Donation. (209) 988-5655. www.centenarychurch.net

Toastmasters club Daybreakers 1388. 6:15-7:20 a.m. 2nd, 3rd and 4th Wednesdays. Denny’s, 1525 McHenry Ave., Modesto. www.toastmasters.org

The Healthy Aging Association offers group exercise classes for those 60 and older. Classes range from strength training, aerobics or tai chi. Call for information on class location and times. Healthy Aging Association, 121 Downey Ave., Suite 102. Free. (209) 523-2800.

Valley Super Singles weekly social time for singles age 50 and older. 5:30 p.m., First and Third Fridays. Bel Piatto Restaurant, 1000 Kansas Ave. (209) 614-4404.

Oakdale Grange #435 presents Bunko Nite. Food and drink free. 7-9:30 p.m. First Fridays. Oakdale Grange Hall , Lambuth and F streets, Oakdale. $10 per person, donation. (209) 556-8524 or (209) 838-7421.

March 14, Sonora Writers Group meeting features guest presenter, Salvatore Salerno. Call for location. 10:30 a.m. Second Saturday Various locations (209) 734-8097.

All interested in camellias and seeking to learn about camellia culture are invited to attend. Refreshments will be served. Some meeting topics this season will include: bugs, square gardening, herbs and water gardens. 1:30 p.m. Second Sundays. One Church Bethel Campus Free. (209) 522-0147 or (209) 576-0831.

Support group for those either writing for themselves or for publication. 5:30-7 p.m. Merced Multicultural Arts Center, 645 W. Main St. Free.

Ballroom dance lessons hosted by the City of Modesto Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods department. 6:30-8 p.m. Modesto Senior Center, 211 Bodem St. $42 for 8 sessions. (209) 341-2974.

Belly dancing classes hosted by the City of Modesto Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods department. 6-7 p.m. Modesto Senior Center, 211 Bodem St. $45 for 8 sessions. (209) 341-2974.

Order Sons of Italy, Modesto Lodge #2021 dinner, meeting and program on “Italian Dance.” 6 p.m. Fleur De Lis Reception Hall, 3460 Oakdale Road.

Modesto Area Partners in Science presentation “Seeing Possibilities, Making a Difference: Why Outdoor Education is good for our community” by MJC Professor Emerita of Biological Sciences Lynn Hansen. 7:30 p.m. Modesto Junior College, West Campus, Sierra Hall 132, 2201 Blue Gum Ave. Free. (209) 575-6800.

2-5 p.m. Saturday; 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Gallo Administration Building, 600 Yosemite Ave., Modesto. (209) 537-9945.

Conference to expose Hispanic high school students to higher education, presented by Modesto Junior College. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Modesto Junior College, East Campus, Auditorium of the Performing and Media Arts Center, 435 College Ave. Free. (209) 575-6698.

Community work day to clear brush and plant willow and other riparian plants. Participants should bring reusable water bottle and work gloves. Rain cancels event. 9 a.m.-noon. Dos Rios Ranch, 3559 Shiloh Road. Free. (209) 236-0330.

“Groundwater in San Joaquin County: Challenges to Managing a Vital and Threatened Resource.” program presented by the League of Women Voters of San Joaquin County. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. O’Connor Woods, West Hall, 3400 Wagner Heights Road, Stockton. Free. (209) 642-5105.

American Civil War Association “Knights Ferry Civil War Days.” 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Knights Ferry Covered Bridge, 17968 Covered Bridge Road, Oakdale. Free. (290) 402-1956 or (925) 321-2131.

Lecture titled “Angels Branch of the Sierra Railway,” by Dave Connery. 2-3 p.m. Angels Camp Museum, 753 S. Main St. Free, members; $10 nonmembers. (209) 736-2963.

Fundraiser event for Marissa’s Closet. Dinner and auction. 10:30 a.m. registration, tee-off, noon. Spring Creek Golf & Country Club, 16436 Spring Creek Dr., Ripon. $35 dinner and auction; $130 per person tournament fee; $520 foursome. (209) 613-0836.

“Honoring Women Leaders in our Community” event with presentation of awards and acceptance speeches. Refreshments served. 7 p.m. Berg Hall, Covenant Village, 2125 N. Olive Ave., Turlock. Free. (209) 632-4692.

Tuolumne Group of the Sierra Club presents a program with Katherine Joye who will discuss day hikes along the Highway 108 corridor and will offer sales and book signings. 7 p.m. Tuolumne Utilities District office, board room, 18885 Nugget Road, Sonora. Free. (209) 480-6194.

The town of Columbia celebrates the 165th anniversary or the discovery of gold. Cake and punch, speeches and costumed docents. noon. Columbia State Historical Park, 11255 Jackson St., Columbia. Free. (209) 588-9128.

Annual meeting of the Yokuts Group/Sierra Club with members presenting memories of their favorite vacations, hiking trips, birds or flowers. Non-members welcome. 6:45 p.m. College Avenue Congregational Church, Fellowship Hall, 1341 College Ave. Free. (209) 863-9137

Students complete one-mile obstacle course, carnival and food. 5-7 p.m. Hughson Christian School, 1519 Tully Road, Hughson. $25 runner registration fee. (209) 883-2874.

Annual Future Farmers of America Field Day hosted by Modesto Junior College Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Division and Young Farmers. Award ceremony. 7:30 a.m. Modesto Junior College, East and West Campus, 435 College Ave. and 2201 Blue Gum Ave. Free. (209) 575-6200.

Expo featuring vendor booths and race-related information. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday. Modesto Centre Plaza, 1000 L St.; Marathon, half-marathon and 5K run. 7 a.m. Sunday. Downtown Modesto. www.modestomarathon.com.

68th annual La Grange Rodeo. 8 a.m. La Grange Rodeo Arena, 30433 Yosemite Boulevard, La Grange. $8-$12 advance; $10-$15 gate. (209) 765-7535 or (209) 541-7966.

All age, family barbecue dinner and a Glow in the Dark Flashlight Egg Hunt, bounce house, face painting and more. 5 p.m. Trinity United Presbyterian Church, Telle Center, 1600 Carver Road. Free. (209) 529-3228.

Feb. 28, Eva Garlez and Pablo Rodriguez of Buenos Aires, featuring introductory dance lesson, workshop, 2 p.m. beginners, 3:30 p.m. intermediate level. Dance party, 7:30 p.m. $25 one workshop; $40 both, $10 dance party fee. Modesto Tango social dance and practice. 7-9 p.m. Mondays. Urbano Bistro, 1016 H St., Modesto. (209) 522-1571.

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.

Club meets Tuesdays, second Friday of month for dance. First-time guests are free. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays; 7-10 p.m. second Friday. 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.

Ballroom dances and lesson. 7-10:30 p.m. third Fridays. Senior Center, 211 Bodem St., Modesto. $5 members, $10 for nonmembers. (209) 814-6701. www.modestoballroomclub.org

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

Wednesdays, square dance club workshop nights. 7-9 p.m. American Legion Hall - Turlock, 75 Bothun Road. (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.

Workshops Wednesdays and Saturday Party Nights. Open to singles, couples and children ages 12 and up. 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Third Saturdays. Oakdale Grange Hall , Lambuth and F streets, Oakdale. $3-$6 per person; $20 annual dues. (209) 236-1628. www.singleskirtsnflirts.ccsda.org

Sunday dances featuring waltz, Latin, swing, polka and fox trot. Refreshments available. 2-5 p.m. Fourth Sundays. Merced Community Center Ballroom, 755 W 15th St. $8. (209) 723-0839.

A college-community concert band looking for experienced woodwind, brass and percussion players to join. 7 p.m. Mondays. California State University, Stanislaus, music building, 1 University Circle, Turlock. (209) 667-3740.

This story was originally published March 18, 2015 at 3:37 PM with the headline "Calendar: Events across the Modesto region."