Calendar: Events across the Modesto region
GALLO CENTER FOR THE ARTS
“MARY POPPINS” ▪ Through July 26
Youth Entertainment Stage Company presentation of the classic Walt Disney film. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Fridays; 3 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays. $12-$45.
BROKEN TOYS ▪ Saturday, July 18
30th anniversary show. Joining the band will be Willie Hines, Eric Westphal and Keith Boggs. 7 p.m. $20.
ALEX RAMON ▪ July 26
Family-friendly magic and illusion show. 3 p.m. $30.
KENNY ROGERS ▪ July 30
Recording artist and vocalist. 7:30 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
Sunday, 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.
TIKI NIGHT ▪ Friday, July 17
Northern California Women’s Music Festival presents event with Alida McKeon, Direct Divide with Razz from the Blow Up Dolls, “American Idol” contestant Maddy Hudson, Low La La, Rainbow Girls, Athena McIntyre and Nadine the Band. 6-11 p.m. Minnies, 107 McHenry Ave., Modesto. $10 at the door. 209-524-4621.
CALI ROSE AND CRAIG BANDAU ▪ Friday, July 17
Funstrummers Ukulele presents Cali Rose and Craig Bandau in a workshop teaching songs and picks. Something for all levels. 9:30 a.m.-noon. Church of the Brethren, 2301 Woodland Ave. $20. 209-505-3216.
JIM ANDERSON & THE REBELS ▪ Friday, July 17
Authentic tribute to the music of Elvis Presley. 6 p.m. Beard Park, 540 C St., Waterford. Free. 209-629-0986.
REMEDY ▪ Friday, July 17
Blend of classic rock and country western. Bring lawn chair and picnic. Part of the Oakdale Concert in the Park series. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dorada Park, A Street and Second Avenue, Oakdale. Free. 209-847-2244.
ARIEL WOLPE ▪ Friday-Sunday, July 17-19
Weekend of song, prayer and study with Ariel Wolpe, rabbinical student at the Ziegler School. Wolpe will lead Shabbat services Friday and Saturday and offer an adult ed class Sunday. Congregation Beth Shalom, 1705 Sherwood Ave. 209-571-6060.
BIG BAND STREET DANCE ▪ Saturday, July 18
Street dance featuring music of the 1940s and 1950s. Costumes encouraged. Barbecue dinner, beverages, dessert auction, vintage car display, silent and live auction. Presented by Friends of Columbia State Historic Park. 6 p.m. Columbia State Historic Park, Main St., Columbia. Free. 209-588-8411.
JULIE & THE JUKES ▪ Wednesday, July 22
Blues music. Part of the Calaveras County Arts Council Music in the Park summer concert series. 6:30-8 p.m. Mountain Ranch Community Park, 8049 Washington St., Mountain Ranch. Free. 209-754-1774.
NEVER2LATE ▪ July 24
Group of good ol’ boys playing a mix of country classics. Bring lawn chair and picnic. Part of the Oakdale Concert in the Park series. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dorada Park, A Street and Second Avenue, Oakdale. Free. 209-847-2244.
D HENRY FENTON ▪ July 24
Indie-pop/Americana songwriter. Part of the Live in the Cellar concert series. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. concert. Greens Restaurant, 953 Tenth St. $15 general, $20 reserved. 209-543-5306.
VÄSEN ▪ July 25
Swedish acoustic power trio with special guest Darol Anger. Part of the Twisted Folk 2015 summer concert series. Concert attendees should bring blankets or low-back chairs for seating. Sundown. Twisted Oak Winery, 4280 Red Hill Road, Vallecito. $25 adults; $10 children under 12. 209-736-9080.
THE HOT DARK ▪ July 25
Part of the Copperopolis Town Square Sounds of Summer concert series. 6-8 p.m. Copperopolis Town Square, 100 Town Square Road, Copperopolis. Free. 209-785-9700.
HOME GROWN ▪ July 25
Annual Concert in the Pines. 6-8 p.m. Rotary Stage, Eproson Park, 22901 Meadow Drive, Twain Harte. Free. 209-586-4482.
FUSEBOX ▪ July 25
Tribute to AC/DC. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $17 general; $20 reserved, students half price. 209-862-4490.
BOSTON ▪ July 25
Iconic classic rock group with guest artists REO Speedwagon. Part of the Ironstone 2015 concert series. 7:30 p.m. Ironstone Vineyards, Amphitheater, 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys. 800-745-3000.
ALEX KASH ▪ July 26
Stories concert featuring Alex Kash and Grateful (The Band). Love and Light 2015 Series. 1 p.m. The Garden Cafe, Columbia Nursery, 22004 Parrots Ferry Road, Sonora. $15.
LIL REV UKULELE ▪ July 28
Renowned ukulele artist presents an evening of lessons, learning, performance and snacks hosted by Funstrummers Ukulele. Beginners or advanced welcome. 6 p.m. Trinity United Presbyterian Church, Telle Center, 1600 Carver Road. $25 workshop. 209-505-3216.
JIM ANDERSON & THE REBELS ▪ July 29
Authentic tribute to the music of Elvis Presley. 6 p.m. Westside Memorial Park, 18376 Bay St., Tuolumne City. 209-629-0986. Free.
THE KOOL SHIFTERS ▪ July 29
Classic rock music. Part of the Calaveras County Arts Council Music in the Park summer concert series. 6:30-8 p.m. Rail Road Flat Elementary School, 298 Rail Road Flat Road, Mokelumne Hill. Free. 209-754-1774.
THE CALIFORNIA 99ers ▪ July 31
Concert featuring a mix of jazz standards and traditional country. Bring lawn chair and picnic. Part of the Oakdale Concert in the Park series. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dorada Park, A Street and Second Avenue, Oakdale. Free. 209-847-2244.
CHAINS REQUIRED ▪ July 31
Ten-piece rhythm-and-blues band. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $20 general, $23 reserved, students half price. 209-862-4490.
JOSH PFIEFFER ▪ Aug. 1
Vocalist who draws comparisons to current artists Michael Buble and Matt Goss. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $25 general; $28 reserved. 209-862-4490.
STEVE MILLER BAND ▪ Aug. 1
American rock band performs with Buddy Guy. Part of the Ironstone 2015 concert series. 7:30 p.m. Ironstone Vineyards, Amphitheater, 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys. 800-745-3000.
THE HOT DARK ▪ Aug. 5
New wave music. Part of the Calaveras County Arts Council Music in the Park summer concert series. 6:30-8 p.m. Turner Park, 287 Treat Avenue, San Andreas. Free. 209-754-1774.
PLAN B ▪ Aug. 7
Rock hits from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s performed by Ken Rojas on guitar, Vince Rojas on bass and Jim Bailey on drums. Part of the First Friday in the Park music series. 5:30 p.m. Murphys Community Park, South Algiers Street, Murphys. Free. 209-728-8183.
HIGHWAY 99 PARTY BAND ▪ Aug. 7
Concert featuring a mix of classic R&B, blues and rock with a three-piece horn section. Part of the Oakdale Concert in the Park series. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dorada Park, A Street and Second Avenue, Oakdale. Free. 209-847-2244.
THE STATE THEATRE
FILM: “PLANTPURE NATION” ▪ Through July 23
Three people on a quest to spread the health message that a whole foods, plant-based diet can prevent and even reverse some of the most deadly health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer.
FILM: “AMY” ▪ Through July 23
Narrative film focusing on the life of the singer-songwriter Amy Winehouse.
FILM: “FORREST GUMP” ▪ Saturday, July 18
Romantic comedic drama featuring Tom Hanks in the Oscar-winning title role. Part of the CareMore Senior Film Series. 10:30 a.m.
JOURNEY REVISITED ▪ Saturday, July 18
Journey tribute band with opening act Northern California singer/songwriter Max Minardi. Concert is a benefit for the Center for Human Services and its Pathways and Hutton House programs. 6 p.m. doors, 7 p.m. show. $25.
FILM: “BACK TO THE FUTURE” ▪ Sunday, July 19
A young man travels 30 years into the past to unite his then teenage parents in order to solidify his own existence. Season opening presentation of the Modesto Film Society. 2 p.m.
FILM: “UNEXPECTED” ▪ July 24-30
Comedy about an inner-city high school teacher who discovers she is pregnant at the same time one of her most promising students discovers she’s pregnant. As a result, the two develop an unlikely friendship.
FILM: “TESTAMENT OF YOUTH” ▪ July 24-31
Powerful story of love, war and remembrance, based on the best-selling “First World War” memoir by Vera Brittain.
FILM: “WAIT TILL IT’S FREE” ▪ July 30
Entertaining and provocative look at the current health care crisis. Hosted by Institute for Principle Studies. 6:30 p.m. doors; 7 p.m. show. $10.
FILM: “IRRATIONAL MAN” ▪ Aug. 7-14
A tormented philosophy professor finds a will to live when he commits an existential act. Written and directed by Woody Allen.
The State Theatre is at 1307 J St., Modesto. Call 209-527-4697. www.thestate.org.
THEATER
“THE MUSIC MAN” ▪ Through Aug. 16
Seventy-six trombones and more arrive in the award-winning musical comedy. 7 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays; 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Saturdays-Sundays. Fallon House Theatre, 11175 Washington St., Columbia. $18-$35. 209-532-3120.
“WAY OUT WEST IN A DRESS” ▪ July 24-25
Cross dressing in the Old West? A city slicker expects to inherit a saloon in this musical Western, but it’s a beauty salon instead. Call for times. Hutton’s Hamlet Performing Arts Center, 132 West G St., Oakdale. $8 general; $4 12 and younger. 209-848-1216.
“BLUES IN THE NIGHT” ▪ Through Aug. 9
Twenty-six hot and torchy numbers that tell of the sweet, sexy and sorrowful experiences three women have with the lying, cheating snake of a man who does them wrong. 7 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays; 2 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays. Stage 3 Theatre Company, 208 S. Green St., Sonora. $17-$25. 209-536-1778.
ART
ART SPACE ON MAIN ▪ 209-667-3958
Aug. 13, 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.
CALAVERAS ARTS COUNCIL GALLERY ▪ 209-754-1774
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 Aug. 14, Summer Splash member show featuring two- and three-dimensional art; Aug. 20, Third Thursday Art Walk; Youth Art Camps for ages 3-14, through Aug. 7. 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
Aug. 13, Art Around Town Second Thursday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. 429 S. Main St., Turlock.
COMMUNITY ART GALLERY ▪ 209-634-8911
Aug. 13, Art Around Town Second Thursday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. 132 S. Center St., Turlock.
DOWNTOWN MODESTO ▪ 209-529-9303
Aug. 20, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m.
FIRST STREET GALLEY ▪ 209-667-7332
Through Aug. 6, “California Landscapes: Mountains to Sea” by Moira Donohoe; Aug. 13, Art Around Town 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 p.m. Monday-Friday, or by appointment. www.tuolumnecountyarts.org/gallery.
GUSTINE MUSEUM ▪ 209-854-6455
Gustine Museum Historical Society Quilt Exhibit including archives of the historical society and old sewing machines on display. Gallery hours: 1-4 p.m. Thursday and Sunday. 397 Fourth St., Gustine. www.gustinehistoricalsociety.org.
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: noon-4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. 1402 I St., Modesto. Free.
REMEMBER WHEN ▪ 209-544-1385
Ongoing artists exhibit. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. 3012 McHenry Ave., Modesto.
SONORA JOE’S ▪ 209-533-4455
Aug. 8, Second Saturday Art Walk, 5-8 p.m. 140 S. Washington St., Sonora. www.sonorajoes.com.
THE GALLERY FINESSE ▪ 209-534-7046
Aug. 13, 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.
PHOTO COLLECTIVE MEMBERS’ SHOW ▪ Through Aug. 9
Exhibition featuring works by members of a regional photography club, The Photo Collective.
READY, SET, SHOW! YOUTH ART SHOW ▪ Through Aug. 14
The center’s first children’s art exhibition featuring works from children in grades K-8. Entry forms for submissions available at www.carnegieartsturlock.org.
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
Friday, July 17, Willie Nelson with Alison Krauss; July 24, Russell Peters; July 25, Alice in Chains; July 31, Huey Lewis & The News with Eddie Money. 1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln. www.thundervalleycasino.com.
JACKSON RANCHERIA ▪ 800-822-9466
July 30, Sara Evans; Sept. 12, Cheech and Chong; Sept. 17, Lynyrd Skynyrd. 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson. www.jacksoncasino.com.
RED HAWK CASINO ▪ 888-573-3495
Friday, July 17, The Golden Cadillacs, Big Bad Boogie Rock; Saturday, July 18, Radio; Sunday, July 19, Buck Ford; July 24, Random Strangers, Decades; July 25, Mic Gillette; July 26, Ryan & Cece; July 31, California Groove, Superbad Dance Party. 1 Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville. www.redhawkcasino.com.
CACHE CREEK ▪ 800-772-2243
Saturday, July 18, Keb’ Mo’; Sunday, July 19, Tai Dorket; July 25, Adam Carolla; July 26, Teres Carpio & Chang Kui; Aug. 1 The Temptations Review featuring Dennis Edwards. 14455 Highway 16, Brooks. www.cachecreek.com.
BLACK OAK CASINO ▪ 877-747-8777
Friday, July 17, Mic Gillette; Saturday, July 18, Fast Times; Thursday, July 23, Key Lewis, comedian; July 24, Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers, tribute to ZZ Top; July 25, Caravanserai, tribute to Santana; July 30, New Christy Minstrels; July 31, Kaye Bohler. 19400 Tuolumne Road North, Tuolumne.
COMEDY
CHARLIE THE CLASS CLOWN ▪ Friday, July 17
Clean comedy show. 7 p.m. River’s Edge, 17525 Sonora Road, Knights Ferry. 209-881-3466.
FESTIVALS & FAIRS
STANISLAUS COUNTY FAIR ▪ Through Sunday, July 19
With livestock and animal exhibits, carnival midway games and rides, live entertainment, food concessions, grandstand motor events, home and garden exhibits and interactive activities and rides for children. 5 p.m.-midnight Friday; noon-midnight Saturday-Sunday. Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N. Broadway, Turlock. $5-$12 admission; $23-$30 unlimited ride wristband. 209-668-1333.
MURPHYS HOMECOMING ▪ Saturday, July 18
Murphys Community Club traditional Murphys Homecoming featuring community band concert, Old Timers Luncheon, duck races. Hot dog plates, ice cream, wine and other beverages available to purchase. 11:30 a.m. Murphys Community Park, Algiers St., Murphys. Free. 209-728-8183.
BLUES AND BONES BBQ AND BLUES FESTIVAL ▪ July 24-25
Fifth annual family festival featuring blues music, barbecue and barbecue contest. 6-10 p.m. Friday, noon-10 p.m. Saturday. Calaveras County Fairgrounds, Angels Camp. $10-$30. 209-736-2561.
TWAIN HARTE SUMMER ARTS & WINE FESTIVAL ▪ July 25-26
Festival marketplace with art and craft vendors, live music and custom hot rod car show. Wines in the Pines featuring local wines, $25, tent open noon to 3 p.m. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Downtown Twain Harte. Free; separate admission fee for wine tasting. 209-533-4420.
CAJUN FETE ▪ Aug. 1
Calaveras Arts Council presents Cajun Fete with dinner, zydeco music, dancing, Cajun beads, silent auction and more. Advance ticket sales only; seating is limited. 5 p.m. Pioneer Hotel at Sheep Ranch, Sheep Ranch Road. $65 members; $75 nonmembers. 209-754-1774.
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 and Canal streets, 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 Fridays. Eagles Hall, 126 Camellia Way, Modesto. $12. 209-577-2298.
KNIGHTS FERRY BREAKFAST ▪ Ongoing
8 a.m.-noon first Sunday of the month. IOOF Hall, Main Street, Knights Ferry. $5.
TURLOCK SONS IN RETIREMENT LUNCH ▪ Ongoing
Monthly luncheon. 11:15 a.m. third Wednesdays. Denair Community Center, 3850 N. Gratton Road, Denair. 209-632-0011. www.sirinc.org.
OPEN AIR MARKET ▪ Ongoing
Noon-5 p.m. first Saturday of month. The Yogurt Station, 1214 W. F St., Oakdale. Free. 209-845-8113.
ODD FELLOWS BREAKFAST ▪ Ongoing
7-11 a.m. second Sundays. Oddfellows Hall-La Grange, Main Street. $6.
SENIOR BREAKFAST CLUB ▪ Ongoing
9 a.m. Sundays. Denny’s, 1525 McHenry Ave., Modesto. 209-576-0279.
MODESTO FARMERS MARKET ▪ Ongoing
7 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays. 16th Street, between H 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.
PATTERSON FAMERS MARKET ▪ Through Sept. 30
4-8 p.m. Wednesdays. 1040 W. Las Palmas Ave. Free. 209-417-7769.
ANGELS CAMP FARMERS MARKET ▪ Through September
5 p.m.-dusk Fridays. Utica Park, Angels Camp. Free. 209-736-1333.
HUGHSON FARMERS MARKET ▪ Through September
4-8 p.m. second and fourth Thursdays of each month. Charles Street, Downtown Hughson. 209-883-4054.
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. Saturdays. Main Street and Broadway, Downtown Turlock. 209-225-8177.
PROMENADE FARMERS MARKET ▪ Through Dec. 30
Local produce, market vendors. 7:30-11 a.m. Wednesdays. The Promenade, Yosemite Avenue and Paulson Road, Merced. Free. 209-389-4175.
CATFISH DINNER ▪ Aug. 1
Sponsored by the La Grange Odd Fellows of Lafayette Historical Lodge No. 65. Menu features deep-fried catfish, cornbread, coleslaw salad, corn on the cob and beverage. Take-out available. 4-7 p.m. Odd Fellows Hall, Main Street, La Grange. $12 general; $6 children 12 and younger.
FARM-TO-TABLE DINNER ▪ Aug. 5
Showcase of Stanislaus County agricultural bounty at Farm-to-Table dinner. Sponsored by the National Ag Science Center in partnership with Stanislaus Farm Supply. Multicourse meal prepared by Greens Table. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Stanislaus Farm Supply, Research Farm, 624 E. Service Road. $70. 209-521-2902.
FOR KIDS
DANCE CLASSES ▪ Ongoing
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.
CLASSICAL CHILDREN’S BOOK CLUB ▪ Ongoing
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 Fridays. Tuolumne County Library, 480 Greenley Road, Sonora. 209-533-5507.
101 DALMATIANS DRAMA CAMP ▪ Monday, July 20-24
Summer drama camp for grades 1-6, includes a musical revue performance. 9 a.m.-noon. Cornerstone Community Theater, 17900 Comconex Road, Manteca. $150. 209-825-1220.
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL SUMMER DRAMA CAMP ▪ July 27-31
Summer drama camp for grades 7-12. 9 a.m.-noon. Cornerstone Community Theater, 17900 Comconex Road, Manteca. $150. 209-825-1220.
ODDS & ENDS
AIRCRAFT DISPLAY ▪ Ongoing
9 a.m.-2 p.m. fourth Saturdays. 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 youths 6-17; free age 5 and younger. 209-723-2178.
REO SPEECH TRAIN, TOASTMASTERS ▪ Ongoing
6:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Perko’s Cafe, 2120 Patterson Road, Riverbank. 209-342-7358.
SUCCESSFUL THINKERS NETWORK ▪ Ongoing
Successful Thinkers Network-Modesto Learning Zone programs. Tuesdays. 11:30 a.m. Round Table Pizza, 3848 McHenry Ave. 209-712-8997.
SWEAT FITNESS ▪ Ongoing
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. Donation. 209-988-5655. www.centenarychurch.net.
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.
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, Modesto. 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. 209-883-2685.
YOUTH SAFETY FAIR ▪ July 25
Youth safety fair featuring carnival games, public safety displays, bicycle helmet raffle, fingerprint ID kits and drug awareness materials. Sponsored by Antlers Lodge No. 1282. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Modesto Elks Lodge, 645 Charity Way. 209-522-1447.
MUSEUM TOURS ▪ Through July 25
Angels Camp Museum is offering docent-led summertime tours featuring viewing of the large collection or wagons and carriages, two steam traction engines and exhibits highlighting mining. 1-2 p.m. Saturdays. Angels Camp Museum, 753 S Main St., Angels Camp. $2.50-$5 museum admission. 209-736-2963.
MURDER MYSTERY MORNINGS ▪ July 25-Aug. 29
Murder Mystery mornings at Columbia State Historic Park. Participants join staff and costumed volunteers in a live re-enactment and solve a real historical case. Reservations recommended; space limited to 50 people. Recommended for ages 12 and older. 10 a.m. Columbia State Historic Park, 11255 Jackson St., Columbia. $5 adults; $1 children. 209-588-9128.
LIVE SOUND WORKSHOP ▪ July 27-Aug. 1
Weeklong live sound workshop lead by Karrie Keyes, Pearl Jam monitor engineer. All attendees will run an actual show on Aug. 1 at Respect on the River. Recommended for ages 12 and up. 9 a.m.-noon, session 1; and 1-3 p.m. session 2 daily. Rock n’ Roll Warehouse, 501 Bitritto Way, Modesto. $125. www.eventbrite.com/e/live-sound-workshop-with-soundgirlsorg-tickets-16836689993.
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 Fridays. 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
Workshop 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.
This story was originally published July 14, 2015 at 3:52 PM with the headline "Calendar: Events across the Modesto region."