Calendar: Events across the Modesto region

Presentation blends puppetry, technology and dance to tell the story of a friendly dinosaur, Darwin, who wanders away from home and discovers a world of creatures who light up the darkness and help him find the true meaning of love. 7 p.m. $12-$20.

Modesto Symphony Orchestra performs Tchaikovsky’s final masterpiece. 8 p.m. $17-$89.

Mexican American singer presents the vibrant rhythms of her home country’s rich folk-music. 7:30 p.m. $19-$69.

The story of the Banks family and how their lives change when a nanny, Mary Poppins, arrives at their London home. 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Saturday. $12-$20.

Latin Grammy Award-winning Norteño band. 8 p.m. $49-$99.

Based on the book series by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser, the story follows Nancy and her friends Bree, Rhonda, Wanda, and Lionel, who are going to be performing in their very first show. Recommended for ages 4-10. 2 and 4 p.m. $12-$22.

Central Catholic High School theater performance. 6:30 p.m.

Sixth annual memorial chamber music concert. 7:30 p.m. CSU Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, One University Circle, Turlock. $12 general; $8 students/seniors. (209) 667-3958.

Guest performer Shelby Aeppli-Imholt. Rippli Dinner served prior to concert. 5:30 p.m. SJV Swiss Hall, East Main St. and Manley Road, Ripon. $6-$12 dinner; $10 advance, $12 door for concert and dance. (290) 745-1222 or (209) 982-4167.

Cajun and zydeco two-steps, blues, New Orleans grooves, ballads and waltzes. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. West Side Theatre, 1331 W. Main St., Newman. $17 general; $20 reserved. (209) 862-4490.

Mixed guitar ensemble presents music from Bach to original selections. Final concert for the Ovations Performing Arts Series. 3 p.m. Bret Harte High School Theater, 323 Highway 49, Angels Camp. $10-$25. (209) 754-1774.

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.

Modesto Junior College Department of Music presentation featuring the Symphonic Band conducted by Erik Maki, who will perform original works by composers Jack Stamp, John Barnes Chance, Leonard Bernstein and more. 7:30 p.m. Modesto Junior College, East Campus, Main Auditorium, 435 College Ave. Free; donations accepted. (209) 575-6184.

The Modesto Junior College Community Orchestra, directed by professor Anne Martin, will perform selections from Bach, Schumann, Rossini and a medley of hits from the musical “Chicago.” 7:30 p.m. Modesto Junior College, Main Auditorium, East Campus, 435 College Ave. $5 general; $1 students and seniors. (209) 575-6646.

Atwater High School Band hosts a benefit concert to honor veterans including an Honor Flight slideshow presentation. All proceeds to benefit the Honor Flight Program. 6:30 p.m. Atwater High School, gymnasium, 2201 Fruitland Ave, Atwater. $5. (209) 988-2276.

Modesto Junior College Community Concert Band, conducted by Erik Maki, will present a program featuring selections from movies and musicals. 7:30 p.m. Modesto Junior College, East Campus, Main Auditorium, 435 College Ave. Free; $2 campus parking. (209) 575-6184.

John Kamitsuka on piano. 7:30 p.m. CSU Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, One University Circle, Turlock. $12 general; $8 students/seniors. (209) 667-3958.

CSU Stanislaus Department of Music presentation. CSU Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, One University Circle, Turlock. $12 general; $8 students/seniors. (209) 667-3958.

Santana tribute band. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. West Side Theatre, 1331 W. Main St., Newman. $19 general; $22 reserved. (209) 862-4490.

Columbia College Community Chorus 2015 Spring Concert featuring guest harpist Beverly Wesner-Hoehn. 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday. St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 13880 Joshua Way, Sonora. $10 presale, $12 door, $5 ages 12 and under. (209) 586-5965.

Featuring singer-songwriter Alex Kash with Grateful (the band). Tickets available at Live Oak Music, Sonora. 1 p.m. Columbia Nursery, 22004 Parrots Ferry Road, Sonora. $15.

Modesto Junior College Concert Choir featuring excerpts from Mozart and Fauré, American folk songs and spirituals, Broadway musicals and operas. 7:30 p.m. Modesto Junior College, East Campus, Performing and Media Arts Center, 435 College Ave. $5 general; $1 students and seniors; $2 campus parking.

Presented by Music of Tom Hoffman in celebration of International Jazz Day. 7-9 p.m. Strings, 731 E. Yosemite Ave., Merced. Free. (209) 813-4061.

Dark comedic odyssey revolving around Kumiko, a frustrated office worker whose imagination transcends the confines of her mundane life.

Portrait of pianist Seymour Bernstein and his exceptional life and work.

Starring John Wayne in his larger-than-life performance as drunken, uncouth and totally fearless one-eyed U.S. Marshal Rooster Cogburn. Part of the CareMore Senior Film Series. 10:30 a.m.

American romantic drama starring Barbra Streisand and Robert Redford, directed by Sydney Pollack. A Modesto Film Society presentation. 2 p.m.

The Epsilon Nu chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma hosts an evening of wine, appetizers, opportunity baskets and presentation of the classic film “High Society.” Event suggested for 12 and over. 5:30 p.m. $25.

Johansen Jazz and Concert bands’ 1920s concert experience. 6:30 p.m. doors; 7:30 p.m. show. $10 adults; $5 students.

Prison drama starring Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman. A Modesto Film Society Cinema Club presentation. 2 p.m.

A bittersweet comedy about self-discovery as three patients at a behavioral clinic embark on a journey to scatter the ashes of one of their mothers.

Fly fishing films, raffle prizes, presented by the Stanislaus Fly Fishers and Rivers of Recovery. 5:15 p.m. $10.

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. 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday, Wednesday-Thursday. Sierra Repertory East Sonora Theatre, 13891 Mono Way. $18-$35. (209) 532-3120.

Devious, delightful and delicious comical romp where murder is on everyone’s mind. 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Murphys Creek Theater, 580 S. Algiers St., Murphys. $18-$20. (209) 728-8422.

Arthur Miller’s tale of the Puritan purge of witchcraft in old Salem. 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Playhouse Merced, 452 W. Main St., Merced. $15-$22. (209) 725-8587.

Darkly lyrical tale where questions of reality and truth are raised by four contradictory accounts of shared events, divided among three characters. Call for times. Prospect Theater Project, 1214 K St. Modesto. $20. (209) 549-9341.

Musical celebrating women’s voices in country music. 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Fallon House Theatre, 11175 Washington St., Columbia. $18-$32. (209) 532-3120.

Directed by Patty O’Donnell, featuring Jere O’Donnell as Lear. 6:30 p.m. gates; 8 p.m. play. California State University, Stanislaus, Amphitheater, One University Circle, Turlock. Free. (209) 667-3958.

Big Valley Christian High School presentation. 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Saturday. Big Valley Christian High School, 1020 Pelandale Ave., Modesto. $10 adults, $5 children or students. (209) 571-4800.

Through May 1, Daniel Edwards exhibit. May 7-June 30, BFA Graduating Seniors Exhibition, artist reception May 7, 6:30 p.m. 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. Friday-Saturday, 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 Friday, Turlock Regional High School Art Show, artist reception, Friday, 5:30 p.m. Thursday-May 1, Penumbra, reception and reading, May 1, 5:30 p.m. May 7-May 29, BFA/BA Graduating Seniors Exhibition, artist reception, May 4, 6:30 p.m. Gallery hours: noon-4 p.m. Monday-Friday; 6-9 p.m. Thursday; noon-4 p.m. Saturday. One University Center, Turlock. Free. www.csustan.edu

Through Sunday, “ArtSpirit” the 18th annual High School Juried Exhibition with art from students at Calaveras, Bret Harte and Mountain Oaks high schools. Gallery hours: 8 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 May 8, “Central California Art Showcase”; May 12-June 12, Spring Member Show; May 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

May 21, 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 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. 1208 J St. www.crowtrading.com.

June 6-27, Annual Photography Show, awards ceremony, June 27, 4 p.m. Photographers may submit up to five entries between May 16-28. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 12001 S. Highway 99, Manteca.

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

May 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, reception and artist talks, 5:30 p.m. 909 10th St., Modesto.

Through September, Sarah Anne Graham: “Paper, Print and Painting.” Gallery hours: 1-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, or by appointment. www.tuolumnecountyarts.org/gallery.

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” exhibit. Museum hours: 1-4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. 21st and N streets, Merced.

May 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 1222 J St., Modesto. www.peerartrecoveryproject.org.

May 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 1030 J. St., Modesto. www.preservationcoffee.com

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

Friday, Poetry Night, 7 p.m.; May 9, Second Saturday Art Walk, 5-8 p.m. 140 S. Washington St., Sonora. www.sonorajoes.com.

66 artists from around Stanislaus County open their studios for visitors. Artists will have demonstrations and works for sale. Tour booklets available, which include a map of all participating locations. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost of map: $10.

April 25, hand-crafted jewelry class offered by pottery artist June Vaughn. Two-day workshops. $70 includes materials. 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Dome Campus, 251-B Barretta St., Sonora.

Through May 5, 10th annual Bobcat Art Show. 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 is celebrating its 30th year with an exhibit of 49 paintings, photographs, prints and sculptures by 47 artists. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. daily. 9037 Village Drive, 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.

Celebrating regional artistic excellence, unique collaboration between Mistlin Galley and Carnegie Arts Center. Gallery talk featuring award-winning artists, May 3, 2 p.m.

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.

Birthday celebration for naturalist John Muir and animal artist John Audubon with Great Valley Museum docents. Part of the Family Friday series. 7-8:30 p.m. Free.

Cheri Lloyd, visual and performing arts coordinator for Stanislaus County Office of Education, will share strategies for integrating art into curriculum. 2-3:30 p.m. Free.

Students from the CSU Stanislaus music and art departments collaborate on an evening of music and art. 7:30-9 p.m. $8 general; $5 members; CSU students, free.

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

April 24, D.L. Hughley. 1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln. www.thundervalleycasino.com.

May 14, Aaron Lewis; June 20, Salt-N-Pepa. 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson. www.jacksoncasino.com.

Friday, Big Trouble, Big Bad Boogie Rock; Saturday, The Spazmatics; Sunday, Michael Beck; next Friday, Ranell Carpenter, Kumandae Miller; April 25, Steel Breeze; April 26, The Golden Cadillacs. One Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville. www.redhawkcasino.com.

Friday, El Chapo De Sinaloa; Saturday, George Benson; Sunday, Jew Amornrat; April 25, chef Robert Irvine: May 3, Buck Ford. 14455 Highway 16, Brooks. www.cachecreek.com.

Friday, Journey Revisited; Saturday, Fast Times ’80s Dance Party; Thursday, Keith Anderson; next Friday-April 25, Busta Groove; April 30, Chains Required. 19400 Tuolumne Road North, Tuolumne.

Earth Day’s 26th festival. Vendor booths with a variety of Earth-friendly products, services and resources as well as free entertainment and family fun. 10 a.m. Graceada Park, 401 Needham St., Modesto. Free. (209) 577-5494.

Arts and crafts, live music, street entertainment, kids activities, antique fire truck display. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Downtown Sonora. Free (209) 532-7725.

“Good for the mind and soul” kickoff for Mental Health Matters featuring live music, car show, live art show, guest speakers and more. Noon-6 p.m. Tenth Street Plaza, 1010 10th St., Modesto. Free. (209) 581-1695.

Sixth annual Delhi Multicultural Festival with food and entertainment. 1-8 p.m. Delhi High School, 16881 Schendel Ave., Delhi. (209) 632-2436.

Knights Ferry Gold Country Peddler’s Faire featuring antiques, collectibles, crafts with over 100 vendors. Food concessions. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Knights Ferry Recreation Area, 17968 Covered Bridge Road., Knights Ferry. Free. (209) 480-3602.

Celebration of food, wine, art and the culture of Calaveras County. Art show, art demonstrations, local entertainment. Noon-4 p.m. Camps Restaurant, 676 McCauley Ranch Road, Angels Camp. $40 advance; $50 door. (209) 736-8181.

Community event to learn to take care of plants and our planet featuring music, games and refreshments. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Community Center Complex, 1025 W. Las Palmas Ave., Patterson. Free. (209) 895-8080.

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.

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.

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, Coulterville. $5 adults; $3 children.

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.

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

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

First Sunday of the month. 8 a.m.-noon. IOOF Hall, Main Street, Knights Ferry. $5.

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

First Saturday of month. Noon-5 p.m. The Yogurt Station, 1214 W. F St., Oakdale. Free. (209) 845-8113.

7-11 a.m. Second Sunday. Oddfellows Hall- La Grange, Main Street, La Grange. $6.

Sundays. 9 a.m.. Denny’s, 1525 McHenry Ave., Modesto. (209) 576-0279.

Saturday, Stanislaus Chinese Cultural Society with dancing, music and demonstrations. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays. 16th Street between H Street and I streets, Modesto. Free. (209) 605-8536.

Valley Super Singles newcomers breakfast for all seniors 50 or older. 9 a.m. Black Bear Restaurant, 2200 Plaza Parkway, Modesto. (209) 614-4404.

Soroptimist International of Modesto annual fundraiser with lunch, champagne, entertainment, prize drawings and silent auction. Noon-3 p.m. Charity Ballroom, 645 Charity Way, Modesto. $40. (209) 499-0260.

Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program night of big-band music, auction and buffet dinner. Adults-only event. 6-11 p.m. Ironstone Vineyards, 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys. $75. (209) 736-7706.

Omelet breakfast fundraiser for Americanism School Awards. 7-11:30 a.m. American Legion Hall, 1001 S. Santa Cruz Ave., Modesto. $8 adults; under 7 free. (209) 577-2880.

Tuolumne County Historical Society annual Lamplight Dinner and Landmark awards presentation. 5:30 p.m. Sonora Elks Lodge, 100 Elk Drive, Sonora. $35. (209) 532-4227.

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court 1402, annual luncheon featuring door prizes, raffle gifts and a silent auction. 11 a.m. Charity Way Ballroom, Elks Hall, 645 Charity Way, Modesto. $35. (209) 529-2940.

Black Hat Foundation charity ball, dinner, live and silent auctions and live music by Roger Garcia Trio. Black tie optional. 5 p.m. Black Oak Casino, 19400 Tuolumne Road, Tuolumne. $95. (209) 586-2562.

American GI Forum 17th annual Joe Cardenas Black & White Ball. Music by the Mike Torres Band. 5:30 p.m. Doubletree, 1150 Ninth St., Modesto. (209) 521-5180.

Weekly dance exercise classes conducted by certified instructors. Presented in partnership with Sierra Vista Child and Family Services. Participants must complete waiver, adults only, no child care provided. 6 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road, Salida. (209) 543-7353.

Knitting and crocheting help for beginners or those needing help with a special project. 3 p.m. Waterford Library, 324 E St., Waterford. (209) 874-2191.

Children may take part in a sculpture craft using noodles and marshmallows to create unique masterpieces. 1:30 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St., Newman. (209) 862-2010.

Community members are invited to join the library and the Modesto Money Mavens for a free beginning coupon program. Participants will learn financial skills, including how to save money on grocery bills. Participants may receive free gifts and coupons. 4 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St., Modesto. (209) 558-7814.

Lego building program for all ages; children under 4 require direct adult supervision. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hughson Library. 3 p.m. Hughson Library, 2413A Third St., Hughson. (209) 883-2293.

Participants ages 6 and up will learn how to manage money, create a job and save money by making a business plan. Craft will be a piggy bank for participants to take home. Program sponsored by the Friends of the Salida Library. 4 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. (209) 543-7353.

Children and teens can learn how to make a recycled piggy bank using plastic drink bottles. Craft is sponsored by the Friends of the Turlock Library. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 Minaret Ave., Turlock. (209) 664-8100.

Attorney Sergio Jimenez from Strategic Legal Group will lead an estate planning workshop focusing on the importance of creating a will or trust. Program will be presented in both English and Spanish. 7 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 Minaret Ave. (209) 664-8100.

As part of the Where’s Waldo Week activities, children can make a Where’s Waldo mask or complete a word search, crossword puzzle or participate in coloring activities. 1 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave., Keyes. (209) 664-8006.

Children, tweens and teens will learn how to make chain bracelets out of basic hair ties. 3 p.m. Hughson Library, 2412A Third St. (209) 883-2293.

Participants will have the opportunity to build Lego displays for the library. Duplo blocks will be available for children under age 4 with parental supervision. 3:30 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. (209) 558-7810.

Speaker from the Stanislaus County Department of Environmental Resources presents a special recycling story time event where preschoolers will learn about the importance of recycling. 10 a.m. Turlock Library, 550 Minaret Ave. (209) 664-8100.

Children are invited to take part in a springtime craft by creating a suncatcher using index dividers. 3:30 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave., Oakdale. (209) 847-4204.

Crazy 8’s Math Club invites children to participate in the Toilet Paper Olympics by competing in the shot put, long jump and relay race. 3 p.m. Riverbank Library, 3225 Santa Fe St., Riverbank. (209) 869-7008.

As part of the Crazy 8’s Math Club, kindergarten through second-grade students can use colored cubes to create funky designs and test their memory skills by copying other patterns. 4 p.m. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road., Denair. (209) 634-1283.

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 youths 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., Modesto. Donation. (209) 988-5655. www.centenarychurch.net.

Toastmasters club Daybreakers 1388. 6:15-7:20 a.m. second, third and fourth Wednesdays. Denny’s, 1525 McHenry Ave., Modesto.

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, Modesto. 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., Modesto. (209) 614-4404.

Pacheco State Park offers wildflower hikes Saturdays and Sundays through the month of April. Two mile long hikes and more strenuous hikes lasting four to seven hours. No advance reservations needed; participants should bring water, sunscreen, layered clothing. 10 a.m.-noon Saturday-Sunday, easier hike; 9 a.m. Saturdays, more strenuous hike. Pacheco State Park, 38787 Dinosaur Point Road, Hollister. $10 park day use fee per vehicle. (209) 826-1197.

Docent-led museum tours highlighting the Gold County history featuring exhibits and working model of a famous stamp mill. Gold panning offered, $5. 1-2 p.m. Saturday. Angels Camp Museum, 753 S. Main St., Angels Camp. $5 adults; $2.50 children. (209) 736-2963.

Interactive nutrition and physical activity sessions offered by the Healthy Aging Association, Area Agency on Aging and Howard Training Center. Open to seniors 60 and older. Noon-12:30 p.m. Modesto Senior Citizen Center, 211 Bodem St. Free. (209) 523-2800.

Monthly meeting of the Yokuts Group/Sierra Club featuring guest speaker Samantha Arthur, conservation project manager, who will discuss Audubon California’s multipronged approach to save the tri-colored blackbird. 6:45 p.m. College Avenue Congregational Church, Fellowship Hall, 1341 College Ave., Modesto. Free. (209) 863-9137.

Orestimba Field Archers presents I.B.O. West Coast Traditional Championships. Walking event open to all classes and styles of traditional bows. Men, women and youth competitions. 26166B W. Kelly Road, Newman. (209) 404-7296 or (209) 602-2933.

Day of community service. Several projects involving city cleanup, encouragement, school improvement and service to people in need. Various locations. (209) 566-9343.

Beyer Band and Athletic Boosters Spring Benefit Day featuring rummage sale, tri-tip fly by meals, and crafter/vendor fair. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Beyer High School, parking lot, 1717 Sylvan Ave., Modesto. Free. (209) 604-9434.

2K and 5K walks in support of MS. 8 a.m. registration; 9 a.m. walk. Downey Community Park, 1200 Brighton Ave., Modesto. (415) 230-6678.

Sierra Club hike along the Tuolumne River from Legion Park. Children and dogs welcome. Bring water. 9 a.m. American Legion Hall, parking lot, 1001 S. Santa Cruz Ave., Modesto. (209) 632-5994.

Modesto Garden Club garden tour of eight gardens, including six in Riverbank and two in Modesto. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Various locations; map distributed with ticket purchase. $20 general; $10 children under 10. (209) 529-1517.

Genealogical society spring seminar featuring Janice M. Sellers, professional genealogist, speaking about reconstructing a family. Lunch included. 9:50 a.m.-3 p.m. Family History Center, 400 Bret Harte Road, Murphys. $30. (209) 754-1325.

Guest speaker Patrick Taylor presents “Cowboys and Their Ranches: Cattle Brands.” 1:30 p.m. Angels Camp Museum, 753 S. Main St., Angels Camp. Free for museum members; $10 nonmembers. (209) 736-2963.

Sacred Heart Church spring bazaar featuring craft booths, food concessions, children’s carnival games and attractions, live entertainment, raffle. Noon-5 p.m. Sacred Heart Church, 529 I St., Patterson. (209) 892-9321.

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) 535-0479. 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 dance featuring music by the band 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.

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, One University Circle, Turlock. (209) 667-3740.

The Calaveras Arts Council is seeking artists of all mediums for themed show “Outside the Box” featuring likely or unlikely pairs. Show will run May 2-July 3, artist reception, May 2, 1-3 p.m. (209) 754-1774.

Contestant applications are being accepted for the community talent show Valley’s Got Talent. No cost to enter. Deadline is 6 p.m. May 1. (209) 338-2100.

This story was originally published April 15, 2015 at 4:05 PM with the headline "Calendar: Events across the Modesto region."