Calendar: Events across the Modesto region

Townsend Opera presentation of Puccini’s dramatic thriller in which a famous singer, a rebellious painter and a corrupt police chief engage in a deadly test of wills. 7:30 p.m. Friday; 2 p.m. Sunday. $10-$68.

A young director receives international recognition for a film based on his experience of bullying in high school and names the real life bully in his acceptance speech. The two lives that once intersected in high school, are now publicly tangled together by social media. 8 p.m. $20.

Four original stars from the cast of “Jersey Boys” lend their signature sound to greatest pop hits of the 60’s. 7:30 p.m. $29-$79.

Musical comedy revue of the hits of Broadway. 8 p.m. $19-$59.

Mariachi ensemble 2 p.m. $29-$79.

Contemporary Christian band joined by Christian singer-songwriter Jason Gray, rockers Citizen Way and Lauren Daigle. 7 p.m. $15-$45.

Male chorus featuring repertoire which spans ten centuries, from Gregorian chant, Renaissance polyphony and Romantic art song, to contemporary music, jazz, spirituals and world music. 7:30 p.m. $19-$59.

Choral symphony depicts the majesty and mystery of the sea. 8 p.m. $17-$89.

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.

May 17, Knight Sounds Big Band; June 21, Thrown Together Jazz Band with Rich Owens; July 19, Yosemite Jazz Band; Aug. 16, Zinfandel Stompers Jazz Band; Sept. 20, Cell Block 7. 12:30 p.m. jam sets; 1 p.m. featured band. Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 1612 Sisk Road, Modesto. $8-$12. (209) 524-3517.

Stanislaus Community Band concert. Seating available on a first-come-first-served basis. 7:30 p.m. CSU, Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, 1 University Circle, Turlock. Free. (209) 667-3958.

Neighborhood hymn sing along featuring gospel songs, choruses and hymns with accompaniment by piano and organ. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Modesto Christian School, J Building, 5901 Sisk Road. Free. (209) 495-3884.

Final show of the 2015 Bluegrass Series. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. West Side Theatre, 1331 W. Main St., Newman. $12 general; $15 reserved. (209) 862-4490.

24 voice choir performs a program of fan favorites and new songs. 4 p.m. Community Covenant Church, 261 Treat Ave., San Andreas. Free. (209) 754-3881.

24 voice choir performs a program of fan favorites and new songs. 3 p.m. Ayrael Vieux Vineyards, 1690 Monge Ranch Road, Douglas Flat. Free. (209) 728-8493.

With special guest Fresno City College. 7:30 p.m. CSU, Stanislaus, Snider Music Hall, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $8-$12. (209) 667-3958.

Thirtieth annual festival featuring 20th Century Techniques Projects and Studio Composition and New Music. 5 and 8 p.m. CSU, Stanislaus, Snider Music Hall, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $8-$12. (209) 667-3958.

CSU, Stanislaus Wind Ensemble. 7:30 p.m. CSU, Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $8-$12. (209) 667-3958.

Robert Hansen (of the John Clarke Trio), Alyssa Oliver, Nicole Arntson, Kyle MacCaughtry and others. Admission includes dessert and coffee. 6:30 p.m. doors; 7 p.m. show. Modesto Covenant Church, 913 Floyd Ave. $20. (209) 527-4110.

Trio featuring harp, percussion and cello instrumentation. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. The Cellar at Greens on Tenth, 953 10th St. $15 general; $20 prime. (209) 543-5306 or (209) 543-4261.

Sonora Master Chorale spring concert featuring selections from Schubert, Gershwin, Rutter, Jean Berger, Billy Joel and more. Directed by Ron Randall, accompanist will be Jason Jeffrey. 7 p.m. Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday. St. Matthews Lutheran Church, 13880 Joshua Way, Sonora. $10. (209) 532-6182 or (209) 586-2246.

24 voice choir performs a program of fan favorites and new songs. Part of the Amador County Arts Council “River Reflections” celebration. 2-5 p.m. Pardee Recreation Center, 4900 Stony Creek Road, Ione. $10 suggested donation.

Opus Handbell Ensemble Spring Concert. 7:30 p.m. Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road. $10. (209) 527-2214.

Mother’s Day concert featuring 24 voice choir performing a program of fan favorites and new songs. 3 p.m. Outer Aisle, 164 Highway 4, Murphys. Free. (209) 728-1164.

CSU, Stanislaus, Symphony Orchestra concert. 7:30 p.m. CSU, Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $8-$12. (209) 667-3958.

CSU, Stanislaus, Jazz Combos Concert. 7:30 p.m. CSU, Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $8-$12. (209) 667-3958.

CSU, Stanislaus, Student Chamber Ensembles Concert. 7:30 p.m. CSU, Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $8-$12. (209) 667-3958.

Comedy hit songs, magic tricks, dramatic readings and videos. Special guest Colleen Ballinger. All-ages presentation. 7 p.m. Bob Hope Theater, 242 E. Main St., Stockton. $30-$65 (209) 337-4673.

Documentary which examines the confining stereotypes that boys are exposed to, and follow boys and young men as they struggle to stay true to themselves while negotiating America’s narrow definition of masculinity. 6 p.m. doors; 7 p.m. film. $10.

Maria Enders is asked to perform in a revival of the play that made her famous 20 years earlier. But back then she played the role of an alluring young girl who disarms and eventually drives her boss to suicide, now she is being asked to step into the other role.

A chance encounter in Manhattan draws a 20-something aspiring writer Brian into a love affair with a glamorous French woman. The catch? She’s married, and can only meet him for hotel room trysts between the hours of 5 and 7.

Theme is Seniors Sing Broadway, in recognition of the beloved songs from favorite musicals. noon, doors; 1 p.m. show. $10.

Comedic modern tale of pranks, romantic entanglements and outrageous adventures. 6 p.m. doors; 7 p.m. show. $10.

Country Rock,singer-songwriter and musician Hillmand with his fellow Desert Rose Band member Herb Pedersen, along with The Agape Trio. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. $25-$50.

Masters of urban funk, Big Sam’s Funky Nation, featuring trombone powerhouse Big Sam Williams. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. $28-$39.

Dark comedy about a young woman with borderline personality disorder who wins the lottery, quits her psychiatric medications and buys her own talk show.

Narrative feature crime drama. 6:30 p.m. doors; 7:30 p.m. show. $12.

Over one crazy weekend, a long-time married couple discover that finding a new apartment is not about winding down but about starting a new adventure.

1968 comedy starring two Oscar winners as divorced men sharing a New York apartment. Part of the CareMore Senior Film Series. 10:30 a.m.

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.

Darkly lyrical tale 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 voice 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, 1 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. $10 adults, $5 children or students. (209) 571-4800.

A young man who lives in a remote bungalow pulls a lost young woman from the ocean, soon, she finds herself trapped in his life. 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Stage 3 Theatre Company, 208 S. Green St., Sonora. $17-$25. (209) 536-1778.

Center for Urban Performance and Service presentation of the biblical story of Noah which comes to life in dramatic dance production featuring aerial arts, tumbling, ballet and hip hop. 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Saturday. Westside Ministries, 950 Columbia St., Turlock. Free, offering taken. (209) 667-9020.

Playwright Joel Drake Johnson’s funny and harrowing play explores the treacherous terrain of parent/child relationships, where everything changes, yet always remains the same. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 8 p.m. 2 p.m. Sunday. Center Stage Conservatory, 948 11 St., Modesto. $15 general; $10 students. (209) 846-0179.

Monty Python’s musical comedy. 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Playhouse Merced, 452 W. Main St., Merced. $15-$22. (209) 725-8587.

A one-woman show by Leslie Scatchard. 7:30 p.m. Hutton’s Hamlet, 149 Church St., Oakdale. $12. (707) 971-0677.

Through May 1, Daniel Edwards exhibit. May 7-June 30, BFA Graduating Seniors Exhibition, artist reception May 7, 6:30 p.m. May 14, Art Around Town Second Thursday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. Free. Gallery Hours: noon-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 139 W. Main St., Turlock. Free.

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

Through 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. 1 University Center, Turlock. Free. www.csustan.edu

May 5-26, Beginning to Intermediate water color classes, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $20. 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 14, Art Around Town Second Thursday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. 429 S. Main St., Turlock.

May 14, Art Around Town Second Thursday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. 132 S. Center St., Turlock.

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. (209) 824-3401.

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

May 14, Second Thursday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. Free. 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.

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 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.

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.

May 9th, Second Saturday Art Walk, 5-8 p.m. 140 S. Washington St., Sonora. www.sonorajoes.com.

May 14, Art Around Town, Second Thursday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. Free. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday-Saturday. 128 N. Center St., Turlock.

Through May 3, InFocus Photography Competition and Exhibition. Angelos Hall, 22760 Main St, Columbia. 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 forty-seven artists. 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.

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.

Award-winning artists featured in the Central California Art Showcase exhibition will be on hand to discuss their work and answer questions. Part of the Sunday Arts Lecture series. 2-3:30 p.m. Free.

Drama students from Turlock High School present improvisational comedy sketches. 7-8:30 p.m. $5.

Second Thursday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. Free.

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

May 2, Fight of the Century, Mayweater Pacquiao viewing party; May 9, Soul Legends; May 16, The Family Stone. 1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln. www.thundervalleycasino.com

May 14, Aaron Lewis. 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson. www.jacksoncasino.com

May 1, AC Myles, Apple Z; May 2, Shane Dwight Band; May 3, Jackson Michelson; May 8, Ryan Hernandez, Cripple Creek; May 9, Radio; May. 10, Tiffany Lorraine; May 15, Westbound 50, TK2; May 16, Fank Hannon, May 17, Buck Ford. Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville. www.redhawkcasino.com

May 3, Buck Ford; May 8, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan; May 9, Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr.; May 10, Steven Ma & Yi-Jun Lee; May 16, Margaret Cho; May 17, Live Band Karaoke; May 23-24, Lani Misalucha. 14455 Highway 16, Brooks. www.cachecreek.com

May 1-2, Left of Centre; May 5, Cinco de Mayo; May 7, Comedian Lief Skyving; May 8, Good Luck Thrift Store Outlet; May 9, Cripple Creek; May 14, Little Fuller Band; May 15, Audioboxx; May 16, Indigenous; May 20, Sam Bush. 19400 Tuolumne Road North.

Community performance by One Performing Arts. 7 p.m. Turlock Community Theatre, 1574 E. Canal Dr., Turlock. $10. (209) 345-9678.

Annual dance concert, produced by the CSU, Stanislaus, Dance for the Stage classes as well as the jazz dance classes featuring original student choreography with dance styles from multiple genres. 8 p.m. CSU, Stanislaus, Mainstage Theatre, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $5. (209) 667-3958.

Parade, arts and crafts, antiques, collectibles, informational booths, Lion’s Eye Mobile, Sutter Health mobile, kids zone and food and beer garden. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Downtown Waterford. Free.

Featuring local breweries, food, music, sovenir tasting mug and game zone. 21 and over event. 1-5 p.m. Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N. Broadway, Turlock. $30 advance; $35 door. www.cvbrewfest.com.

22nd annual Fava Day. Local fundraiser for families of children fighting cancer. Meal of fava beans, linguica, potatoes, rolls and soft drinks, live and silent auctions. 5:30 p.m. Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, Building E-2, 900 N. Broadway, Turlock.

County fair with exhibits, food, carnival rides, livestock and annual frog jump. 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-midnight Friday-Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Sunday. Calaveras County Fairgrounds, 2465 Gun Club Road, Angels Camp. $5-$20. (209) 736-2561.

Film screening followed by a question and answer with stars, writers and director/producer, Linda Palmer. Not suitable for ages under 17. 1 p.m. Bret Harte Theater, 323 S. Main St. Angels Camp. $15.

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. $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) 389-4175.

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. www.sirinc.org

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. (209) 576-0279

April 18, 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. Free. (209) 605-8536.

Turlock Certified Farmers Market with seasonal produce, fresh food highlighting local ingredients and hand-crafted items. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Downtown Turlock, Main Street and Broadway. (209) 225-8177.

Eagle Scouts will gather for a luncheon to reconnect with Scouting and fellow Eagle Scouts. Attendees’ are encouraged to bring a memento or photos. Lake McClure, Barrett Cove, 3100 Barrett Cove Rd., La Grange. $25. (209) 545-6320.

Annual Gala, “Kentucky Derby” with live music, dinner, hosted bar and dancing. All proceeds benefit the patients and families of Community Hospice. 5 p.m. cocktails; 7 p.m. dinner. Location provide with ticket purchase. $150 per person. (209) 578-6370.

CASA of Stanislaus County gala annual fundraiser. 6 p.m. Del Rio Country Club, 801 Stewart Road. $125 per person. (209) 548-6320.

Local produce, market vendors. 7:30-11 a.m. The Promenade, Yosemite Ave. and Paulson Road, Merced. Free. (209) 389-4175.

Third annual Taste of the Valley hosted by Howard Training Center. 21-and-older event. Wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, raffle drawings and door prizes. 5:30-8:30 p.m. 1424 Stonum Road. $40 presale only. (209) 593-5618.

American Heart Association’s Modesto Go Red For Women Luncheon. Keynote speaker, Dr. C. Noel Bairey Merz. Local heart disease survivor to share story, heart-healthy lunch, free health screenings, mystery auction and shopping opportunities with local vendors. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (209) 477-2683.

Variety of beer, wine for sampling, gourmet hor d’oeuvres, musical entertainment by Patty Davis, silent auction. Fundraiser for Modesto Junior College athletic department. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Modesto Junior College, Mary Stuart Rogers Student Learning Center, West Campus, 2201 Blue Gum Ave. $35. (209) 575-6270 or (209) 575-6068.

Annual Mother’s Day tea with tea sandwiches and desserts. Gift shopping and mansion tours available. Two seatings, reservations required by May 2. 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. McHenry Mansion, 906 15th St. $30. (209) 522-1739.

Coulterville History Center’s Mother’s Day Breakfast. All moms receive a flower and the event will feature a special art raffle. 8-11 a.m. Old School House, Cemetery St. and Broadway, Coulterville. $5 adults; $3 children, $15 family of four. (209) 878-3015.

10 a.m.-1 p.m. SOS Club, 819 Sunset Ave. $25 general; $15 children 4-11. (209) 578-5801.

Turlock Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast featuring keynote speaker Steven Curtis Chapman, Christian vocalist. 6:15-8:30 a.m. Assyrian American Hall, 2618 N. Golden State Blvd., Turlock. $25. (209) 602-6239.

Ballet, tap, jazz and Mommy & Me classes offered for all ages. Central West Ballet, 5039 Pentecost, Modesto. $10 per class. (209) 576-8957. www.centralwestballet.org

Group geared for children 8 years old and up. Each month club members will be invited to discuss various books, participate in crafts and watch excerpts from films. Refreshments available. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Second Friday Tuolumne County Library, 480 Greenley Road, Sonora. (209) 533-5507.

Auditions for Missoula Children’s Theatre production of “Aladdin” to be presented May 16. 3:30 p.m. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. (209) 862-4490.

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 childcare provided. 6 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. (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. (209) 874-2191.

Friends of the Empire Library annual Book Sale. Proceeds benefit the library. 11 a.m.- 2 .m. Friday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Empire Library, Community Room, 18 South Abbie. (209) 524-5505.

Friends of the Modesto Library Used Book Sale featuring book bargains in all genres. Donations accepted. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. (209) 558-7810.

Hope for Parents of College Bound Students educational seminar presents information on college cost including savings, financial aid, tips for cost reduction and mistakes to avoid. 1 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. (209) 543-7353.

Mayor Richard O’Brien will visit the library and read to preschool age children and their families. Event follows regular Story Time. 11 a.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. (209) 869-7008.

Celebrate Star Wars by playing a find and seek game, Star Wars themed crafts. Costumes welcome, not required. 3 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. (209) 664-8006.

Participants may create a pinata sun catcher using tissue paper. 3 p.m. Denair Library, 4801 Kersey Road. (209) 634-1283.

Make and decorate a homemade kite using a paper bag, test flights included. 3:30 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St. (209) 862-2010.

Children will have the opportunity to make a lovely photo frame for a Mother’s Day gift. 3:30 p.m. Waterford Library, 324 E St. (209) 874-2191.

After a reading of the children’s book “Where the Wild Things Are” children will create their own Wild Thing mask or crown. Part of the Tuesdays Are Family Days and STEAM series. 4 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. (209) 543-7353.

Celebrate the Day of the Child with story and crafts. All ages welcome. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 Minaret Ave. (209) 664-8100.

Craft supplies available to create different types of butterflies. 3 p.m. Hughson Library, 2412 Third St., Suite A. (209) 883-2293.

Crazy 8’s Math Club activity featuring opportunity students to try their skills at Olympic events including shot put, long jump and relay races. Open to all ages however designed for students in Pre-K through 2nd grade. 3:30 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St. (209) 862-2010.

Games and crafts at the library. All ages welcome. 3:30 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N. Salado. (209) 892-6473.

Children are invited to make a beautiful flower card for their mothers for Mother’s Day. 3:30 p.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. (209) 869-7008.

The Mark & Dre comedy stage show with juggling, stunts, audience participation. Tickets required. Recommended for ages 6 and up. 6:30 dinner; 7 p.m. show. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. (209) 558-7810.

Following Story Time, children ages 0-5 years may create a big and little hand, parent and child hand print craft. noon. Hughson Library, 2412 Third St., Suite A. (209) 883-2293.

Flower planting craft which will create a Mother’s Day gift. 3 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. (209) 664-8006.

Crazy 8’s Math Club program where children in grades K-2 will send marshmallows flying by making catapults and sling shots. 3 p.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. (209) 869-7008.

Create fun cards by gluing separate parts of cards together and drawing and coloring flowers for inside the card. 3:30 p.m. Empire Library, 18 South Abbie. (209) 524-5505.

Celebrate Older Americans Month with vendor booths, balance and fitness testing, blood pressure checks. 7:30 a.m. East La Loma Park, 2001 Edgebrook Dr. Free. (209) 523-2800.

Parkview Christian Estates car show to benefit low income seniors in the community. Breakfast, vendors, food, music and car show. 7 a.m. Parkview Estates, 3112 Napier Dr. $4-$6 breakfast; free car show for spectators; $20-$25 car show entry fee. (209) 521-0860.

Hot Rod and Custom car show. Food, drink, music, raffles and car awards. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Copperopolis Town Square, 100 Town Square Road, Copperopolis. Free. (209) 785-4288 or (209) 785-8033.

The Guild of the McHenry Museum is hosting its annual basement sale featuring, books, antiques, household items, toys and jewelry. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. McHenry Museum, 1402 I St. (209) 577-5366.

Craft vendors, light breakfast and lunch. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Modesto Christian Reformed Church, 2620 College Ave. (209) 524-0209.

Annual area games ceremonies and track and field events. 10 a.m. J.F. Kennedy School, 1202 Stonum Road. Free. (209) 522-1544.

Northern Mariposa County History Center spring lecture featuring a presentation by Ed Wade on the Coulter Family. 3 p.m. IOOF, 5030 Main St., Coulterville. Free. (209) 878-3015.

Sondra Sneed, a Godscribe presents the program “The Tyrants of the Mind.” 7-9 p.m. Unity Church of Modesto, 2467 Veneman Ave. $15-$25 suggested donation. (209) 578-5433.

Studio 49 Fiber Arts Group monthly meeting. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuolumne County Library, 480 Greenley Road, Sonora. Free. (209) 533-0593.

Mother Lode Weavers and Spinners Guild meeting. 10 a.m. Church of the 49ers, 11155 Jackson St. Columbia. Free. (209) 588-1514.

Featuring NFL Hall of Famer Eric Dickerson. 5:30 p.m. SOS Club, 819 Sunset Ave. $40 adults; $25 students. (209) 578-5801.

Learning Quest offering hands-on tours and presentation of programs. Beverages, wine and appetizers. 5:30-7 p.m. LearningQuest, 1032 11th St. Free. (209) 522-0656.

35 year anniversary celebration hole-in-one shoot out. Qualifying, May 14-15, 3:30-7 p.m. Final shoot-out, May 16, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Escalon Golf Course, 17051 S. Escalon Bellota Road, Escalon. (209) 838-1277.

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

Center Stage Youth Summer Conservatory is holding auditions for the July performances of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Auditions are for students ages 12-20. noon. Center Stage, 948 Eleventh St. (209) 846-0179.

This story was originally published April 29, 2015 at 9:12 PM with the headline "Calendar: Events across the Modesto region."