Calendar: Events across the Modesto region
GALLO CENTER FOR THE ARTS
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.
BONNIE RAITT• May 20
Best-selling artist, guitarist, singer and songwriter. 7:30 p.m. Sold out.
CLAY WALKER• May 22
Texas native and country music artist. 8 p.m. $39-$69.
TEO GONZALES & LA CHUPITOS• May 23
Comedic performance. 8 p.m. $39-$89.
BOZ SCAGGS• May 24
Trademark sound of rock, jazz, R&B and blues combined. 7 p.m. $49-$99.
The Gallo Center for the Arts is at 1000 I St., Modesto. Box office (209) 338-2100. www.galloarts.org.
MUSIC
UKULELE PLAY-ALONG• Ongoing
Funstrummers ukulele play and singalong. Songbooks provided. 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto. Donation. (209) 505-3216.
UKULELE LESSONS• Ongoing
Beginning group ukulele lessons. 6-8 p.m. Mondays. First United Methodist Church, Modesto, 850 16th St. Donations. (209) 505-3216.
GOLDEN VALLEY CHORUS• Ongoing
Men’s barbershop-style a capella chorus. 7-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Mancini Hall, 718 Tuolumne Blvd., Modesto. (209) 524-6139.
TURLOCK SUNSHINE STRUMMERS• Ongoing
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.
THE MODESTO TRADITIONAL JAZZ SOCIETY• Ongoing
May 17, Knight Sounds Big Band. 12:30 p.m. jam sets; 1 p.m. featured band. Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 1612 Sisk Road, Modesto. $8-$12. (209) 524-3517.
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 Dr., 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.
HAWAIIAN CONCERT NIGHT• May 22
Hawaiian singer and songwriter John Cruz. Presented by Modesto Junior College Athletics and Associated Students of Modesto Junior College. 6 p.m. Modesto Junior College, East Campus, Performing and Media Arts Center, 435 College Ave. $10 advance; $12 door. (209) 575-6270.
THE STATE THEATRE
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 American psychological thriller. A Modesto Film Society presentation. 2 p.m.
FILM: “THE 100-YEAR-OLD MAN WHO CLIMBED OUT OF THE WINDOW AND DISAPPEARED• May 22
The unlikely story of a 100-year-old man who decides it's not too late to start over. 7 p.m.
FILM: “PAN’S LABYRINTH”• May 24
A 2006 Spanish-Mexican dark fantasy film written and directed by Guillermo del Toro. A Modesto Film Society Cinema Club presentation. 2 p.m.
The State Theatre is at 1307 J St., Modesto. Call (209) 527-4697. www.thestate.org
THEATER
“THE HONKY TONK ANGELS”• Through May 31
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.
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”• Through May 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. 2 p.m. Sunday. Center Stage Conservatory, 948 11 St., Modesto. $15 general; $10 students. (209) 846-0179.
“SPAMALOT”• Through May 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.
“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 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.
CENTRAL CALIFORNIA ART ASSOCIATION AND MISTLIN GALLERY• (209) 529-3369
Through 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.
CHARTREUSE MUSE GALLERY AND ART SCHOOL• (209) 522-0935
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.
COLOSSAL TATTO• (209) 688-8085
June 11, Art Around Town Second Thursday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. 429 S. Main St., Turlock.
COMMUNITY ART GALLERY• (209) 634-8911
June 11, Art Around Town Second Thursday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. 132 S. Center St., Turlock.
CROW TRADING CO.• (209) 579-2173
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.
DELICATO VINEYARDS• Through Feb. 7
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.
DOWNTOWN MODESTO• (209) 529-9303
May 21, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m.
FIRST STREET GALLEY• (209) 667-7332
June 11, 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.
GALLERY 909• (209) 667-3959
May 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, reception and artist talks, 5:30 p.m. 909 10th St., Modesto.
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.
PEER RECOVERY ARTS PROJECT• (209) 581-1695
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
PRESERVATION COFFEE AND TEA•
May 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 1030 J. St., Modesto. www.preservationcoffee.com
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
June 13, Second Saturday Art Walk, 5-8 p.m. 140 S. Washington St., Sonora. www.sonorajoes.com.
THE GALLERY FINESSE• (209) 534-7046
June 11, 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 forty-seven artists. Gallery Hours: 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. daily. 9037 Village Dr, 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.
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.
READY, SET, SHOW! YOUTH ART SHOW• May 20-Aug. 14
The Carnegie Arts Center’s first children’s are exhibition featuring works from children in grades K-8. Entry forms for submissions available at www.carnegieartsturlco.org. Grand opening celebration, May 22, 7 p.m. as part of Family Friday events.
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 16, The Family Stone; June 6, Peter Frampton. 1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln. www.thundervalleycasino.com
JACKSON RANCHERIA• (800) 822-9466
June 4, Lee Brice and Chris Young; June 20, Salt-n-Pepa; July 30, Sara Evans. 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson. www.jacksoncasino.com
RED HAWK CASINO• (888) 573-3495
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 16, Margaret Cho; May 17, Live Band Karaoke; May 23-24, Lani Misalucha. 14455 Highway 16, Brooks. www.cachecreek.com
BLACK OAK CASINO• (877) 747-8777
May 15, Audioboxx; May 16, Indigenous; May 20, Sam Bush; May 21, Frank Hannon Band; May 22, Ana Popovic; May 23, Spazmatics; May 28, Black Irish Band; May 29-30, Busta Groove. 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. 8 p.m. CSU, Stanislaus, Mainstage Theatre, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $5. (209) 667-3958.
FESTIVALS & FAIRS
CALAVERAS COUNTY FAIR & JUMPING FROG JUBILEE• Through May 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.
SPRING PEDDLER’S FAIR• May 23-24
37th annual Arnold Spring Peddler’s Fair with vendor booths, Lion’s Club all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast, food booths, face painting and more. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Bristol’s Ranch House Cafe, 961 Hwy 4, Arnold. Free. (925) 372-8961.
FOOD & FUN
SIERRA RAILROAD DINNER TRAIN• Ongoing
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
VFW BREAKFAST• Ongoing
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.
VFW DINNER• Ongoing
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.
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.
RIPON VFW FRIDAY NIGHT DINNERS• Ongoing
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.
RIPON VFW WEDNESDAY LUNCH• Ongoing
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.
TURLOCK VFW HAMBURGER NIGHTS• Ongoing
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 HAMBURGER NIGHTS• Ongoing
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
MODESTO VFW HAMBURGER NIGHT• Ongoing
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.
MERCED CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKET• Ongoing
8 a.m.-noon. Saturday. 16th St. and Canal, Merced. (209) 389-4175.
FOE BREAKFAST• Ongoing
Hosted by Fraternal Order of Eagles. 8-11 a.m. First Sundays. Eagles Hall, 126 Camellia Way, Modesto. $6. (209) 577-2298.
STEAK NIGHT• Ongoing
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.
KNIGHTS FERRY BREAKFAST• Ongoing
First Sunday of the month. 8 a.m.-noon. IOOF Hall, Main Street, Knights Ferry. $5.
TURLOCK SONS IN RETIREMENT LUNCH• Ongoing
Monthly luncheon. 11:15 a.m. third Wednesday. Denair Community Center , 3850 N. Gratton Road, Denair. (209) 632-0011. www.sirinc.org
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
7-11 a.m. Second Sunday. Oddfellows Hall- La Grange, Main Street, La Grange. $6.
SENIOR BREAKFAST CLUB• Ongoing
Sundays. 9 a.m.. Denny’s, 1525 McHenry Ave. (209) 576-0279
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.
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.
AMERICAN LEGION ARMED FORCES BREAKFAST• May 16
American Legion & Legion Riders Post, Chapter 263 all active duty Armed Forces Personnel Breakfast featuring scrambled eggs, pancakes, ham, linguica, fruit, and beverage. 7-11 a.m. Escalon Masonic Hall, 1500 Viking St. Escalon. $8 adults; $4 under 10.
AAUW LUNCHEON• May 16
Turlock-Modesto branch of the American Association of University Women annual installaiton of officers and luncheon. Guest speaker Dr. Bernadette Halbrook, professor and wife of CSU, Stanislaus President Shelley, 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.
CHICKEN BBQ DRIVE THRU• May 23
Chicken barbecue drive thru dinner featuring chicken, beans, slaw and rolls. 11 a.m. Modesto Elks Lodge, 645 Charity Way. $9. (209) 524-4421.
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
AIRCRAFT DISPLAY• Ongoing
9 a.m.-2 p.m. fourth Saturday. Turlock Municipal Airport, 13602 Newport Road, Turlock. (209) 620-6312.
AIRPLANE EXHIBIT• Ongoing
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.
REO SPEECH TRAIN, TOASTMASTERS• Ongoing
6:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Perko’s Cafe, 2120 Patterson Road, Riverbank. (209) 342-7358.
SWEAT FITNESS• Ongoing
Variety of classes. No registration or membership required. Monday-Friday, call for times. Centenary Methodist Church, 1911 Toyon Ave. Donation. (209) 988-5655. www.centenarychurch.net
TOASTMASTERS• Ongoing
Toastmasters club Daybreakers 1388. 6:15-7:20 a.m. 2nd, 3rd and 4th Wednesdays. Denny’s, 1525 McHenry Ave., Modesto. www.toastmasters.org
YOUNG AT HEART EXERCISE• Ongoing
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.
SUPER SINGLES• Ongoing
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.
BUNKO NITE• Ongoing
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.
WRITERS GROUP MEETING• Ongoing
Call for location. 10:30 a.m. Second Saturday Various locations (209) 734-8097.
WRITERS SUPPORT GROUP• Ongoing
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.
$50,000 HOLE-IN-ONE SHOOT-OUT• May 15-17
35-year anniversary celebration $50,000 hole-in-one shoot out. Qualifying 3:30-7 p.m. 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, hand-crafted 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 5 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
5th annual Pet Blessing where pets on leashes, leads or in carriers will be given a personalized blessing by Reverend 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.
MEMORIAL WEEKEND CRUISE NIGHT• May 22
Central Valley Knights Car Club weekend cruise night featuring classic cars and motorcycles, all years. Food available to purchase, raffle, music, entertainment. 4-9 p.m. Regal Theaters, 3969 McHenry Ave. $20 car entry fee. (209) 632-1252.
FASHION SHOW• May 23
Honor Our Country in High Flying Fashion themed salad bar luncheon and fashion show. Presented by Modesto #110 Young Ladies’ Institute. noon. St. Stanislaus Community Center, 1416 Maze Blvd. $15. ((209) 545-0601
MEMORIAL DAY PROGRAM• May 24
Memorial Day program to remember and honor all military members, active and non-active. Keynote speaker, Bob Wieland. 10 a.m. San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery, 32053 West McCabe Road, Santa Nella. Free. (209) 854-1040.
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.
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.
MERCED SUNDAY SOCIAL DANCE• Ongoing
Sunday dance featuring music by the band “Just Friends” and a free Samba Slide dance lesson. 1 p.m. Fourth Sundays. Merced Community Center Ballroom, 755 W 15th St. $8. (209) 723-0839.
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COMMUNITY BAND• Ongoing
A college-community band looking for experienced woodwind, brass and percussion players. 7 p.m. Mondays. California State University, Stanislaus, music building, 1 University Circle, Turlock. (209) 667-3740.
YOUNG MASTER COMPOSERS CELEBRATION• May 15
Mariposa County residents ages 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.
This story was originally published May 13, 2015 at 4:04 PM with the headline "Calendar: Events across the Modesto region."