Calendar: Events across the Modesto region
GALLO CENTER
FOR THE ARTS
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY• May 8
Musical comedy revue of the hits of Broadway. 8 p.m. $19-$59.
MARIACHI VARGAS DE TECALITLAN• May 10
Mariachi ensemble 2 p.m. $29-$79.
BIG DADDY WEAVE• May 11
Contemporary Christian band joined by Christian singer-songwriter Jason Gray, rockers Citizen Way and Lauren Daigle. 7 p.m. $15-$45.
CHANTICLEER• May 13
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.
A SEA SYMPHONY• May 15-16
Choral symphony depicts the majesty and mystery of the sea. 8 p.m. $17-$89.
YOUTH SYMPHONY FINALE CONCERT• May 16
Modesto Symphony Youth Orchestra presents orchestral fireworks and solo performances by youth musicians including 2015 Concerto Competition winners. 3 p.m. $5-$10.
The Gallo Center for the Arts is at 1000 I St., Modesto. Box office (209) 338-2100. www.galloarts.org.
MUSIC
FOLK MUSIC FESTIVAL• May 8
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.
STRING QUAKE• May 8
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.
SPRING CONCERT• May 9-10
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.
MOUNTAIN MELODY WOMEN’S CHORUS• May 9
Twenty-four-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• May 9
Opus Handbell Ensemble Spring Concert. 7:30 p.m. Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road. $10. (209) 527-2214.
MOUNTAIN MELODY WOMEN’S CHORUS• May 10
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.
ORCHESTRA CONCERT• May 11
CSU, Stanislaus, Symphony Orchestra concert. 7:30 p.m. CSU Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $8-$12. (209) 667-3958.
JAZZ COMBOS• May 12
CSU, Stanislaus, Jazz Combos Concert. 7:30 p.m. CSU, Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $8-$12. (209) 667-3958.
CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT• May 13
CSU Stanislaus, Student Chamber Ensembles Concert. 7:30 p.m. CSU Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $8-$12. (209) 667-3958.
MIRANDA SINGS• May 14
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.
MAY DAY PLAY DAY• May 16
Funstrummers Ukulele Band fifth annual May Day Play Day featuring guest instruction workshops, guest performances, potluck lunch. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Church of the Brethren, 2301 Woodland Ave. $30 includes songbook. (209) 505-3216.
ARMED FORCES DAY CONCERT• May 16
Presented by the Hilmar Community Band. 1 p.m. Crane Park, 1555 E Canal Drive, Turlock. Free.
CANTAMOS• May 17
Talented and versatile group of musicians offering classical music, show tunes and jazz. 3 p.m. Country Cowboy Church, 14888 Peaceful Valley Road, Sonora. $12 adults; $5 students under 18. (209) 536-0825.
UNITED COMMUNITY CONCERT• May 17
Southern Baptist Gospel music presented by the Kingsmen Quartet. Pie social to follow music presentation. 6:30 p.m. First Southern Baptist Church, 116 E St., Waterford. Free. (209) 874-1812.
THE STATE THEATRE
CHRIS HILLMAN AND HERB PEDERSON WITH THE AGAPE TRIO• May 8
Country rock singer-songwriter and musician Hillman with his fellow Desert Rose Band member Herb Pedersen, along with the Agape Trio. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. $25-$50.
PARTY GRAS• May 9
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.
FILM: “WELCOME TO ME”• May 10-13
Dark comedy about a young woman with borderline personality disorder who wins the lottery, quits her psychiatric medications and buys her own talk show.
FILM: “EVERY SECRET THING”• May 12
Narrative feature crime drama. 6:30 p.m. doors; 7:30 p.m. show. $12.
FILM: “5 FLIGHTS UP”• May 15-22
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.
FILM: “THE ODD COUPLE”• May 16
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.
FILM: “SHADOW OF A DOUBT”• May 17
Alfred Hitchcock’s 1943 psychological thriller. A Modesto Film Society presentation. 2 p.m.
The State Theatre is at 1307 J St., Modesto. Call (209) 527-4697. www.thestate.org
THEATER
“FAITH HEALER” • Through May 10
Questions of reality and truth are raised by four contradictory accounts of shared events, divided among three characters in a darkly lyrical tale. Call for times. Prospect Theater Project, 1214 K St. Modesto. $20. (209) 549-9341.
“THE HONKY TONK ANGELS”• Through May 31
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.
SEASCAPE WITH SHARKS & DANGER• Through May 31
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.
“FALL TO EARTH”• May 8-24
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. and 2 p.m. Sunday. Center Stage Conservatory, 948 11 St., Modesto. $15 general; $10 students. (209) 846-0179.
“SPAMALOT”• May 8-24
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.
“LEAP”• May 9
A one-woman show by Leslie Scatchard. 7:30 p.m. Hutton’s Hamlet, 149 Church St., Oakdale. $12. (707) 971-0677.
“ALADDIN”• May 16
Missoula Children’s Theatre production. 3 and 5 p.m. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $10 adults; $5 students. (209) 862-4490.
ART
ART SPACE ON MAIN• (209) 667-3958
Through June 30, BFA Graduating Seniors Exhibition; 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.
C’EST JOLI• (209) 324-7111
Ongoing, work by Brad and Nancy Hawn. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Friday. 920 13th St., Modesto.
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, STANISLAUS, GALLERY• (209) 667-3186
Through May 29, BFA/BA Graduating Seniors Exhibition. 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
CALAVERAS ARTS COUNCIL GALLERY• (209) 754-1774
Through May 26, beginning to intermediate watercolor 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.
CENTRAL CALIFORNIA ART ASSOCIATION AND MISTLIN GALLERY• (209) 529-3369
May 12-June 12, Spring Member Show. Gallery hours: 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Friday; noon-4 p.m. Saturday. 1015 J St., Modesto. Free. www.ccartassn.org.
COLOSSAL TATTO• (209) 688-8085
May 14, Art Around Town Second Thursday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. 429 S. Main St., Turlock.
COMMUNITY ART GALLERY• (209) 634-8911
May 14, Art Around Town Second Thursday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. 132 S. Center St., Turlock.
DOWNTOWN MODESTO• (209) 529-9303
May 21, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m.
FIRST STREET GALLEY• (209) 667-7332
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.
GEORGE POST COMMUNITY GALLERY• (209) 532-2787
Through September, Sarah Anne Graham: “Paper, Print and Painting.” Gallery hours: 1-4:30 Monday-Friday; or by appointment. www.tuolumnecountyarts.org/gallery.
HART LANE STUDIO• (209) 480-6950
Ongoing, Mary A. Scheinuck, Waldemar “Walt” Scheinuck, and other California artists. Gallery hours: Open by appointment. 18091 Hart Lane, Manteca.
McHENRY MUSEUM• (209) 577-5366
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.
REMEMBER WHEN• (209) 544-1385
Ongoing artists’ exhibit. Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 3012 McHenry Ave., Modesto.
SONORA JOE’S• (209) 533-4455
May 9th, Second Saturday Art Walk, 5-8 p.m. 140 S. Washington St., Sonora. www.sonorajoes.com.
THE GALLERY FINESSE• (209) 534-7046
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.
UNIQUE BOUTIQUES• (209) 523-3000
Ongoing, 10 local artists. Exhibit hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 4459 Spyres Way, Suite A, Modesto.
YOSEMITE MUSEUM GALLERY• (209) 372-0200
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.
CARNEGIE ARTS CENTER
INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCING• Ongoing
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.
TURLOCK UKE JAMZ • Second Saturdays
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.
CENTRAL CALIFORNIA ART SHOWCASE• Through May 8
Celebrating regional artistic excellence, unique collaboration between Mistlin Galley and Carnegie Arts Center.
INSPIRING WOMEN EXHIBITION• Through June 7
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.
ART AROUND TOWN• May 14
Second Thursday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. Free.
The Carnegie Arts Center is at 250 N. Broadway, Turlock. Call (209) 632-5761. www.carnegieartsturlock.org.
CASINOS
CHICKEN RANCH• (800) 752-4646
16929 Chicken Ranch Road, Jamestown. (209) 984-4806. www.chickenranchcasino.com/
THUNDER VALLEY• (877) 468-8777
May 9, Soul Legends; May 16, The Family Stone. 1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln. www.thundervalleycasino.com
JACKSON RANCHERIA• (800) 822-9466
May 14, Aaron Lewis. 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson. www.jacksoncasino.com
RED HAWK CASINO• (888) 573-3495
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
CACHE CREEK• (800) 772-2243
May 8, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan; May 9, Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr.; May 10, Steven Ma & Yi-Jun Lee. 14455 Highway 16, Brooks. www.cachecreek.com
BLACK OAK CASINO• (877) 747-8777
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.
COFFEEHOUSES
QUEEN BEAN• 521-8000
May 16, Concert fundraiser for the Northern California Women’s Music Festival, all ages welcome, $10 cover. 5-10 p.m. 1125 14th St.
DANCE
DANCE CONCERT• May 15-16
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.
FESTIVALS & FAIRS
WATERFORD HERITAGE DAY• May 9
Parade, arts and crafts, antiques, collectibles, informational booths, Lion’s Eye Mobile, Sutter Health mobile, kids zone and food and beer garden. Friends of the Waterford Library Used Book Sale. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Downtown Waterford. Free.
CENTRAL VALLEY BREWFEST• May 9
Featuring local breweries, food, music, souvenir 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.
FAVA DAY• May 9
Twenty-second 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.
CALAVERAS COUNTY FAIR & JUMPING FROG JUBILEE• May 14-17
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.
CRITERIUM AND FAMILY CYCLING FESTIVAL• May 16
Multiple bicycle races, including the Criterium for USAC-licensed bicycle riders, and the family festival featuring kids bike races, BMX obstacle course, rock wall, visits with McGruff the crime dog and more. 7:30 a.m.-5:15 p.m. Downtown Modesto, between 12th and 15th, H and I streets. Free. (209) 571-5193.
STANISLAUS COUNTY SHERIFF K-9 TRIALS• May 16
2015 K-9 trials featuring K9 competitions, food available to purchase. 8 a.m. Stanislaus Sheriff Regional Training Division, 2805 Cornucopia Way. Free. (209) 338-4279.
JOHN MUIR FESTIVAL• May 16
Sixth annual festival, 2015 theme “The Yosemite Tapestries.” Open house art gallery, kids activities, John Muir impersonator, exhibits and demonstrations. Garden tours of sites for annual Mariposa Master Gardeners Spring Tour. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Downtown Coulterville. (209) 878-3501.
OAKDALE CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL• May 16-17
Vendors with unique arts & crafts, Chocolate Avenue featuring fudges, truffles, chocolate ice cream, chocolate cheese cake and additional variety of food. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Wood Park, corner of highways 108 and 120, Oakdale. $4 advance, $6 gate; $5 seniors; children 12 and under free. (209) 847-2244.
FOOD & FUN
HISTORY CENTER BREAKFAST• Ongoing
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.
MERCED CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKET• Ongoing
8 a.m.-noon. Saturday. 16th St. and Canal, Merced. (209) 389-4175.
OPEN AIR MARKET• Ongoing
First Saturday of month. Noon-5 p.m. The Yogurt Station, 1214 W. F St., Oakdale. Free. (209) 845-8113.
ODD FELLOWS BREAKFAST• Ongoing
May 10 Mothers Day Breakfast. 7-11 a.m. Second Sunday. Oddfellows Hall- La Grange, Main Street, La Grange. $6.
MODESTO FARMERS MARKET• Ongoing
May 9, Mother’s Day Market with musical entertainment by Paul Espinoza and cooking class with Chef Mark Cullors. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays. 16th Street between H Street and I Streets. Free. (209) 605-8536.
COLUMBIA FARMERS MARKET• Ongoing
5 p.m. Thursdays. Main Street, Columbia State Historic Park. Free (209) 499-8273.
TURLOCK FARMERS MARKET• Through Oct. 31
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.
PROMENADE FARMER’S MARKET• Through Dec. 30
Local produce, market vendors. 7:30-11 a.m. The Promenade, Yosemite Ave. and Paulson Road, Merced. Free. (209) 389-4175.
GO RED FOR WOMEN LUNCHEON• May 8
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.
BEER, WINE AND GOURMET FOOD CELEBRATION• May 8
Variety of beer, wine for sampling, gourmet hors 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.
MOTHER’S DAY BREAKFAST• May 10
Coulterville History Center’s Mother’s Day Breakfast. All moms receive a flower. The event will feature a special art raffle. 8-11 a.m. Old School House, Cemetery Street and Broadway, Coulterville. $5 adults; $3 children, $15 family of four. (209) 878-3015.
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH• May 10
10 a.m.-1 p.m. SOS Club, 819 Sunset Ave. $25 general; $15 children 4-11. (209) 578-5801.
MAYOR’S PRAYER BREAKFAST• May 15
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.
AAUW LUNCHEON• May 16
Turlock-Modesto branch of the American Association of University Women annual installation of officers and luncheon. Guest speaker Dr. Bernadette Halbrook, professor and wife of CSU Stanislaus President Joseph F. Sheley, who will speak on “Weaving the Rich Tapestry of Women’s Lives.” 11:30 a.m. Pageo Lavender Farm, 11573 Golf Road, Turlock. $20 luncheon, program free. (209) 634-3592.
RIBS/TRI-TIP FEED AND BARN DANCE• May 16
St. Anthony’s School all-you-can-eat Fagundes ribs and tri-tip feed and Barn Dance. Reservations recommended. 5-11 p.m. St. Anthony’s School, gym, 323 N. Fremont Ave., Manteca. $30 adults; $15 children 2-12. (209) 823-4513.
FOR KIDS
ALADDIN AUDITIONS• May 11
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.
AT THE LIBRARIES
DANCE EXERCISE• Ongoing
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 CROCHET CLASSES• Ongoing
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.
STAR WARS PARADE AND FILM SCREENING• May 9
All ages are invited to dress as their favorite “Star Wars” characters for a parade around the library. Film screening of the 1977 classic “Star Wars” film that started the franchise. noon. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. (209) 558-7814.
COUPONING CLASS• May 9
The Modesto Money Mavens will host a free couponing class for participants to learn how to find bargains and save money. 3:30 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. (209) 543-7353.
LITTER BUG STORY TIME• May 11
Guest reader Janice McClendon will lead an interactive story time designed to encourage children to protect the environment. 11 a.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. (209) 869-7008.
SCHOLASTIC BOOK SALE• May 12-16
Scholastic sale featuring children’s books at a discount. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. (209) 558-7814.
WEE MOVE AND PLAY• May 12
Toddlers and preschoolers enjoy a program featuring an hour of music, movement and sensory play. Sponsored by the Friends of the Salida Library. 4 p.m. Salida Library, 4835 Sisk Road. (209) 543-7353.
UNICORN STORY AND CRAFT• May 12
Participants will share a story about unicorns and make their own unicorns to take home. Sponsored by the Friends of the Turlock Library. 4 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 Minaret Ave. (209) 664-8100.
COMPUTER BASICS CLASS• May 12
Free computer basics class for adults to learn how to log on to a computer, use a mouse, open programs and more. Space is limited, reservations recommended. 5:30 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St. (209) 862-2010.
KNITTING PROGRAM• May 12
Guest instructor Dianna Dulaney will lead a free program for teens and adults on the art of arm knitting. Participants will learn how to knit using hands and arms rather than knitting needles. 7 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 Minaret Ave. (209) 664-8100.
LEGO PLAY DAY• May 13
Children and their families may build Lego displays for the library. Children under 4 are welcome to participate with direct parental supervision. 3:30 p.m. Modesto Library, 1500 I St. (209) 558-7814.
BUTTERFLY CRAFT• May 13
Young crafters can make colorful butterflies using clothespins and tissue paper. 1 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. (209) 664-8006.
GAME DAY AND LEGO PLAY• May 13
Children ages 4-12 can play games and build Lego displays for the library. 1 p.m. Hughson Library, 2412 Third St., Suite A. (209) 883-2293.
SPY TRAINING MATH PROGRAM• May 13
Crazy 8’s Math Club program where children will see if they have what it takes to be a spy and break the codes to clues to find the hidden treasure. Designed for students grades K-2. 3:30 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St. (209) 862-2010.
LEGO DAY• May 13
Creative play as children and families create Lego masterpieces for display in the library. Legos are provided. Children under 4 are welcome to participate with direct parental supervision. 3:30 p.m. Patterson Library, 46 N. Salado. (209) 892-6473.
BUNNY CRAFT• May 14
Following story time, children up to age 5 may participate in creating a paper plate bunny. Noon. Hughson Library, 2412 Third St., Suite A. (209) 883-2293.
LEGO DAY• May 14
Children and their families may build Lego displays for the library. Children under 4 are welcome to participate with direct parental supervision. 3 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. (209) 664-8006.
ZIP LINE ZOO MATH PROGRAM• May 14
Crazy 8’s Math Club program, Zip Line Zoo. Children will build a zip line for their stuffed animals and measure the distance and speed they travel. 3 p.m. Riverbank Library, 3442 Santa Fe St. (209) 869-7008.
LEGO PLAY• May 14
Children and their families may build Lego displays for the library. Children under 4 are welcome to participate with direct parental supervision. 3:30 p.m. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave. (209) 847-4204.
PERLER BEAD CRAFT• May 14
Teens and tweens can enjoy crafting with Perler beads using their imaginations to create colorful designs that will bind when heated. 3 p.m. Hughson Library, 2412 Third St., Suite A. (209) 883-22293.
LEGO DAY• May 14
Join the library for creative play as children and families create masterpieces for display in the library. Legos are provided. Children under 4 are welcome to participate with direct parental supervision. 3:30 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St. (209) 862-2010.
“IN OUR OWN VOICE” MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM• May 16
In recognition of Mental Health Month, presenters from Stanislaus County’s National Alliance on Mental Illness host a program that addresses what it is like to live with mental illness. 1 p.m. Turlock Library, 550 Minaret Ave. (209) 664-8100.
SEED PLANTER CRAFT• May 16
Participants will create an ice cream cone seed planter to start growing their seeds. 1:30 p.m. Newman Library, 1305 Kern St. (209) 862-2010.
All programs are part of the Stanislaus County Library system and are free to attend.
ODDS & ENDS
CLASSIC AIRCRAFT DISPLAYS• Ongoing
Antique aircraft display. Sponsored by the Commemorative Air Force. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Second Saturdays. Modesto City County Airport, 700 Tioga Drive, Hangar 1. (209) 526-5868. www.cafvalleysquadron.org
TOASTMASTERS• Ongoing
Toastmasters club Daybreakers 1388. 6:15-7:20 a.m. second, third and fourth Wednesdays. Denny’s, 1525 McHenry Ave., Modesto. www.toastmasters.org
WRITERS GROUP MEETING• Ongoing
Call for location. 10:30 a.m. second Saturday, various locations (209) 734-8097.
FIBER ARTS GROUP• May 9
Studio 49 Fiber Arts Group monthly meeting. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuolumne County Library, 480 Greenley Road, Sonora. Free. (209) 533-0593.
SECOND SATURDAY MUSEUM PROGRAM• May 9
Second Saturday at the McHenry Museum featuring Ed Arnold, who will speak about baseball in Modesto. 2-3 p.m. McHenry Museum, 1402 I St. Free. (209) 577-5366.
WEAVERS AND SPINNERS GROUP• May 12
Mother Lode Weavers and Spinners Guild meeting. 10 a.m. Church of the 49ers, 11155 Jackson St. Columbia. Free. (209) 588-1514.
OUTSTANDING ATHLETE AWARD BANQUET• May 13
Featuring NFL Hall of Famer Eric Dickerson. 5:30 p.m. SOS Club, 819 Sunset Ave. $40 adults; $25 students. (209) 578-5801.
LITERACY RECEPTION• May 14
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.
$50,000 HOLE-IN-ONE SHOOT-OUT• May 14-17
Thirty-five-year anniversary celebration $50,000 hole-in-one shoot out. Qualifying 3:30-7 p.m. Thursday-Friday; 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. Final shoot-out, Sunday, 2 p.m. Escalon Golf Course, 17051 S. Escalon Bellota Road, Escalon. (209) 838-1277.
YOKUTS/SIERRA GROUP MEETING • May 15
Monthly meeting, guest speaker Dr. Jaymee Marty who will discuss the importance of resource management for the protection of biodiversity in grasslands and seasonal wetlands. 6:45 p.m. College Avenue Congregational Church, Fellowship Hall, 1341 College Ave. Free. (209) 863-9137.
ANTIQUE VINTAGE CRAFT FAIR• May 16
Antique and vintage goods, handcrafted items. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuolumne Veteran’s Memorial Hall, 18375 Fir Ave. Tuolumne. Free. (209) 965-4269.
SPRING GARDEN SHOW• May 16
Mariposa County Master Gardeners’ annual spring garden show featuring a self-guided tour of five homes in the communities of Coulterville and Greeley Hill, along with the Coulterville native plant garden. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Various locations. $12 advance, $15 day of tour. http://cemariposa.ucanr.edu.
PET BLESSING• May 16
Fifth annual Pet Blessing where pets on leashes, leads or in carriers will be given a personalized blessing by the Rev. Janet Russell along with a commemorative certificate. Yappy hour with treats to follow blessing. 10 a.m. Church of the 49ers, 11155 Jackson St., Columbia. Free. (209) 532-6604.
COMMUNITY SAFETY SATURDAY• May 16
Activities, demonstrations and educational services designed to improve the safety and security of children, teens, families and communities. Hosted by GDI Insurance. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. GDI Insurance Agency, 801 Geer Road, Turlock. Free. (209) 634-2929.
BUNCO BASH• May 16
Livingston/Delhi VFW Auxiliary #8327 is hosting a Bunco Bash, lunch included, raffle prizes. 11 a.m. 1605 Seventh St., Livingston. $20. (209) 394-2468.
50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION• May 16
Casa de Modesto Retirement Center is hosting an anniversary open house. Classic cars, food, music, entertainment and facility tours. 1-4 p.m. Casa de Modesto, 1745 Eldena Way. Free. (209) 529-4950.
RELAY FOR LIFE• May 16-17
American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, luminary ceremony. 9 a.m. Johansen High School, Football Stadium, 641 Norseman Dr. (209) 262-8064.
Dance Clubs:
TANGO DANCE CLUB• Ongoing
Modesto Tango social dance and practice. 7-9 p.m. Mondays. Urbano Bistro, 1016 H St., Modesto. (209) 522-1571.
RIVERBANK GOLDEN AGERS• Ongoing
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.
TURLOCK SENIOR CENTER DANCE• Ongoing
7:30-10 p.m., Wednesdays. Turlock Senior Center, 1191 Cahill St.
FOREVER YOUNG DANCE CLUB• Ongoing
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.
MANTECA SENIOR DANCE• Ongoing
Rock and country band. 1-4 p.m. second and fourth Sundays. Manteca Senior Center, 295 Cherry Lane. $4. (209) 825-0116.
USA DANCE BALLROOM DANCING• Ongoing
Monthly dances. 7-10 p.m. second Saturdays. Odd Fellows Hall, 6941 Hughson Ave., Hughson. $5 members; $7 nonmembers. (209) 614-8048.
MODESTO BALLROOM DANCE CLUB• Ongoing
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
ROUND ROBINS• Ongoing
7-8:30 p.m. Oakdale Grange Hall, Lambuth and F streets, Oakdale. $4. (209) 526-4452.
TURLOCK STEPPIN PARDS• Ongoing
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
SENIOR CITIZENS DANCE AND POTLUCK• Ongoing
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.
SKIRTS N’ FLIRTS SQUARE DANCE CLUB• Ongoing
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
MERCED SUNDAY SOCIAL DANCE• Ongoing
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.
TALENT
AUDITIONS• May 9
Center Stage Youth Summer Conservatory is holding auditions for the July performances of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Auditions are for students ages 12-20. noon. Center Stage, 948 Eleventh St. (209) 846-0179.
YOUNG MASTER COMPOSERS CELEBRATION• May 15
The Mariposa County Arts Council Inc. and the Mariposa Symphony Orchestra are accepting submissions for the annual competition in which Mariposa County residents, aged 8-18 are challenged to compose their own classical music. Entry guidelines and entry forms are available at https://tinyurl.com/MSOYM2015. (209) 966-3155.
“MACBETH” AUDITIONS• July 8
Sierra Repertory Theatre will hold local auditions for its fall production of William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth.” Several small roles open to both adults and children ages 8-18. Production will run Aug. 21-Sept. 13. (209) 532-0502, ext. 104.
This story was originally published May 6, 2015 at 6:31 PM with the headline "Calendar: Events across the Modesto region."