6 Things To Do This Week

Stanislaus Artist Open Studio Tour

Experience the artistic process firsthand at the fifth annual Stanislaus Artist Open Studio Tour. More than 60 artists across the county will open their homes, studios and galleries to the public as part of the self-guided tour. Artists will showcase their works in progress, portfolios, sketches and more while demonstrating and discussing their art. The tour includes painters, sculptors, ceramic artists, woodworkers, photographers and many more.

WHEN: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, April 25-26

WHERE: Various locations in Modesto, Turlock, Oakdale, Ceres, Ripon, Escalon (tour map given with ticket)

TICKETS: $10 adult, 18 and under free with paid adult

CALL: (209) 222-8687

ONLINE: https://stanislausaos.wordpress.com

Art & Music Extravaganza

Event offers free family fun and raises awareness of mental health issues. The event will be a kickoff for the Peer Recovery Art Project’s Mental Health Matters initiative. Live music will be performed by Big Earl and the Cryin’ Shame, Patty Castillo Davis, Rob Hill and Tony Trevino. The festivities also will include a custom car show, art exhibit and speakers.

WHEN: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, April 25

WHERE: Tenth Street Plaza, downtown Modesto

ADMISSION: Free

CALL: (209) 581-1695

ONLINE: www.facebook.com/events/1567283706860343

‘Honky Tonk Angels’

Sierra Repertory Theatre brings back the popular musical. Last produced by the foothills theater company in 2004, the show follows three women with dreams of country stardom. The production includes performances of some of the biggest hits from Tammy Wynette, Loretta Lynn, Kitty Wells, Dolly Parton, Mary Chapin Carpenter and Reba McEntire.

WHEN: Opens 7 p.m. Friday, April 24, runs 7 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays through May 31

WHERE: Fallon House Theatre, 11175 Washington St., Columbia

TICKETS: $28-$35; senior, student and child rates available

CALL: (209) 532-3120

ONLINE: www.sierrarep.org

Sonora Spring Festival

Enjoy arts and crafts, street entertainment, an antique firetruck display, children’s activities and more. Music will be provided by Musique De Blondes, Feather River Nell, The Devil Mountain Boys, Big Phaddy, Jonathan Cronan and Driftwood Dave & the Driff Tones. There also will be merchant specials, sales, raffles and fashion shows.

WHEN: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, April 25

WHERE: Downtown Sonora

ADMISSION: Free

CALL: (209) 532-7725

ONLINE: www.sonoraca.com

Gold Country Peddler’s Faire

Browse for treasures at the Gold Country Peddler’s Faire in historic Knights Ferry. The event features antiques, collectibles, crafts and more than 100 dealers. The popular event is presented by the Knights Ferry History & Museum Associates and will take place along the Stanislaus River near the covered bridge.

WHEN: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, April 26

WHERE: Knights Ferry Recreation Area, 17968 Covered Bridge Road

TICKETS: Free

CALL: (209) 480-3602

Victim’s Rights Rally & Family Safety Fair

Celebrate survivors in downtown Modesto this weekend. The free family event is being presented by the Stanislaus Family Justice Center and the Stanislaus County District Attorney’s Office Victim Services Unit. Festivities kick off with a performance by the Beyer High School marching band. Includes speakers, a balloon release ceremony, DNA kits, food, children’s activities and more.

WHEN: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25

WHERE: Stanislaus County Courthouse lawn, 1100 I St., Modesto

ADMISSION: Free

CALL: (209) 525-5130

This story was originally published April 22, 2015 at 4:45 PM with the headline "6 Things To Do This Week."