Calendar of events across the Modesto region
GALLO CENTER
FOR THE ARTS
VICKI LAWRENCE & MAMA• Jan. 10
Comedic “two-woman” touring show. 8 p.m. $29-$59.
DR. ARTHUR BENJAMIN• Jan. 15
Professional magician, who will demonstrate how to mentally add and multiply numbers faster than a calculator, how to figure out the day of the week of any date in history, and other amazing feats of mind. 7 p.m. $10-$25.
MARCUS ROBERTS• Jan. 16
Jazz and classical musician. 8 p.m. $20-$45.
THE LEGENDARY JOHNNY RIVERS!• Jan. 16
Rock performed by Johnny Rivers and his band. Presented by Kids Camp Rocks. 8 p.m. $30-$70.
COLLIN RAYE• Jan. 17
Country artist. 8 p.m. $29-$59.
“A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE”• Jan. 23-25
Townsend Opera present the dramatic story of a southern belle spinning a web of lies to cover her past. 7:30 p.m. Friday; 2 p.m. Sunday. $10-$68.
“PUSS IN BOOTS”• Jan. 25
Famous fairy tale about the adventures of a very clever, enterprising cat and his poor master. A California Theatre Center presentation. 2 and 4 p.m. $8-$15.
MODESTO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GALA AND AWARDS• Jan. 31
Featuring entertainment, a live band, video presentations and presentation of member choice awards. 6 p.m. $100.
AN EVENING WITH GARRISON KEILLOR• Feb. 4
Author, storyteller, humorist and radio personality. 7:30 p.m. $39-$99.
BACH & HANDEL• Feb. 6-7
Modesto Symphony Orchestra presents the Baroque Era’s most memorable works, featuring a performance of Bach’s Violin Concerto from Concertmaster Dan Flanagan. 8 p.m. Friday; 3 p.m. Saturday. $17-$67.
MODESTO SYMPHONY YOUTH ORCHESTRA• Feb. 7
Spring concert featuring Ryan Murray, conductor, Symphony Orchestra; Anne Martin, conductor, Concert Orchestra and Ella Webb, Wind Specialist. 3 p.m. $5-$10.
RALPHIE MAY• Feb. 8
Adult themed comedian. 4 p.m. $25-$40.
DINOSAUR TRAIN LIVE!• Feb. 10
Jim Henson Company’s Dinosaur Train Live! Buddy’s Big Adventure brings the beloved stars of the hit PBS series to life on stage. 6:30 p.m. $10-$25.
“MAMMA MIA!”• Feb. 12-14
7 p.m. Thursday; 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Saturday. $59-$99.
PAUL THORN• Feb. 13
Blues-rock artist. 8 p.m. $20-$35.
THE SONGS OF JOHNNY MERCER• Feb. 15
Broadway and television star Linda Purl and award-winning recording artist Lee Lessack sing their way through the music of songwriter Johnny Mercer. 2 p.m. $29-$49.
The Gallo Center for the Arts is located at 1000 I St., Modesto. Box office (209) 338-2100. www.galloarts.org.
MUSIC
UKULELE PLAY ALONG• Ongoing
Funstrummers ukulele play and sing along. 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
Jan. 21, Toot Sweet Jazz Band. Noon jam sets; 1 p.m. featured band. Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 1612 Sisk Road, Modesto. $8-$12. (209) 524-3517.
J. GAMBLE AKA PRUNO• Jan. 3
Pruno brings a mix of hip-hop, rock and country to the stage. 8 p.m. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $10. (209) 862-4490.
JOURNEY REVISITED• Jan. 10
Tribute band recreates songs made famous by the megastar classic rock band. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $19 general; $22 reserved. (209) 862-4490.
A CAPSULE OF IRVING BERLIN• Jan. 11
River Lights Chorus, Award-winning Chapter of Sweet Adelines International, under the direction of Shirley Kout. 3 p.m. Congregation Beth Shalom, 1705 Sherwood Ave., Modesto. $7-$20. (209) 571-6060.
TOM RIGNEY AND JOHN R. BURR• Jan. 11
Fiddle, violin and piano duo present Americana, folk, blue grass and Louisiana Cajun music. Part of the Ovations 2015 Performing Artist Series presented by the Calaveras Arts Council. 3 p.m. Bret Harte Performing Arts Centre, 323 Highway 49, Angels Camp. $25 . (209) 754-1774.
JOHN MCCUTCHEON• Jan. 15
Grammy-nominated folk musician in a benefit concert for Modesto Peace/Life Center. 7 p.m. Church of the Brethren, 2301 Woodland Ave., Modesto. $20 advance; $23 door. (209) 523-1438.
RED DOG ASH AND FRONT COUNTRY• Jan. 17
First 2015 Bluegrass Series show. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $12 general; $15 reserved. (209) 862-4490.
BRADFORD LOOMIS• Jan. 18
Americana music. 7 p.m. Wesley United Methodist Church, 300 Trask Lane, Modesto. Donation. 425- 760-0589.
JAZZ CONCERT• Jan. 18
Big Band and Latin Jazz featuring guitarist and vocalist Johnny Valdes. 2 p.m. Columbia College Dogwood Theatre, 11600 Columbia College Drive, Sonora. $15 reserved seating.
MOTHER TERESA AND THE SINNERS• Jan. 24
Purveyors of a powerful, no-holds-barred roots-rock revival. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $12 general; $15 reserved. (209) 862-4490.
JONI MORRIS• Jan. 25
Entertainer, songwriter, recording artist presents “A Tribute to the Music of Patsy Cline.” Part of the Ovations 2015 Performing Artist Series presented by the Calaveras Arts Council. 3 p.m. Bret Harte Performing Arts Centre, 323 Highway 49, Angels Camp. $25 . (209) 754-1774.
LAURA ELLIS• Jan. 29
Laura Ellis performs celebrates iconic leading ladies. Part of the Ripon Arts League 2014-15 concert series. 7:30 p.m. Ripon High School multi-use building, 304 N. Acacia Ave. $30 membership fee. (209) 599-7876 or (209) 599-3476.
WINTER POPS CONCERT• Jan. 30
Merced Symphony winter concert, Ming Luke conducting. 7:30 p.m. Merced Theatre, 301 W. Main St., Merced. $39 adults; $14 student.
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER • Feb. 6
All ages concert presented by the Northern California Women’s Music Festival featuring Amy Obenski, Francesca Bavaro, Karmen Buttler, Lovecore, Randy Mirandy, Bethany Joseph. 5 p.m. Cafe Deva, 1202 J Street, Modesto. $10.
BIG BAND JAZZ FESTIVAL WEEKEND• Feb. 6-7
Featuring Paul Contos, Bob Secor, Jamie Dubberly, Clint Day, Mario Flores, Mike Rocha and Mic Gillette. 8 p.m. Friday; 3 p.m. Saturday. Columbia College Dogwood Theatre, 11600 Columbia College Drive, Sonora.
AVENUE WINDS• Feb. 8
Traditional woodwind quintet . Part of the Manteca Kindred Arts Concert Association series. 3 p.m. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, North and Powers streets, Manteca. $15 adults; $5 under 18. (209) 239-2194 or (209) 823-2570.
PACIFIC GUITAR ENSEMBLE• Feb. 8
Six member classical guitar company featuring graduates and distinguished faculty from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. 3 p.m. Bret Harte Performing Arts Centre, 323 Highway 49, Angels Camp. $25 . (209) 754-1774.
LE JAZZ HOT• Feb. 22
Quartet of the Hot Club of San Francisco who featurin fine French Gypsy Jazz. 3 p.m. Bret Harte Performing Arts Centre, 323 Highway 49, Angels Camp. $25 . (209) 754-1774.
SUSAN LAMB COOK• Feb. 22
Artist affiliate in Cello and Chamber Music at the University of California, Davis. Music program will include works of Beethoven and de Falla. Part of the St. James Concert Series. 3 p.m. Red Church-Sonora, 42 Snell St. $12 adults; $5 students under 18. (209) 536-0825.
VOCAL JAZZ FESTIVAL• March 6-7
Featuring Barbara Morrison, Don Shelton, Paul Contos, Elaine Gibbs and guest artist, pianist Matt Falker. 8 p.m. Friday; 3 p.m. Saturday. Columbia College Dogwood Theatre, 11600 Columbia College Drive, Sonora.
YEMAYA SALSA DANCE COMPANY• March 8
Dance company focused on Salsa, the Latin dance that began in Cuba. 3 p.m. Bret Harte Performing Arts Centre, 323 Highway 49, Angels Camp. $25 . (209) 754-1774.
HIGHLAND WAY• March 12
A presentation of music from the Scottish Highlands. Part of the Ripon Arts League 2014-15 concert series. 7:30 p.m. Ripon High School multi-use building, 304 N. Acacia Ave. $30 membership fee. (209) 599-7876 or (209) 599-3476.
DAVE STAMEY• March 21
Western music with special guest Annie Lydon. 7:30 p.m. Merced Theatre, 301 W. Main St., Merced. $25-$30. (209) 381-0500.
JULIE SIEBEN• April 12
Soprano presents a program including a repertoire from opera to Broadway. Joining Sieben will be Kevin Hemstreet, baritone and accompanist Gail Johnson. Part of the St. James Concert Series. 3 p.m. Red Church-Sonora, 42 Snell St. $12 adults; $5 students under 18. (209) 536-0825.
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.
MATT MAHER• June 18
Christian artist. 7 p.m. Merced Theatre, 301 W. Main St., Merced. $15-$29. (209) 381-0500.
THEATER
“HUGHIE”• Jan. 9-Feb.1
Two-character play by Eugene O’Neill set in the lobby of a small hotel. 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Stage 3 Theatre, 208 S. Green St., Sonora. $17-$25. (209) 536-1778.
“THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE: IN CONCERT”• Jan. 16-25
Comic opera in two acts, with music by Arthur Sullivan and libretto by W. S. Gilbert. 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Playhouse Merced, 452 W. Main St. $10-$22. (209) 725-8587.
MARSHALL MAGOON• Jan. 17
Magician. Part of the “Winter Magic” series. 7 p.m. dinner; 8:30 show. Groveland Hotel, 18767 Main St., Groveland. $10 cover with dinner. (209) 962-4000.
“ALICE IN WONDERLAND, JR.”• Jan. 23-25
Youth Entertainment Stage (YES) Kids and Kidettes present and adaptation of Disney’s classic tale. 7 p.m. Friday; 3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Downey Auditorium, 1000 Coffee Road, Modesto. $8-$12. (209) 238-6850.
“CHARLOTTE’S WEB”• Jan. 31
Modesto Performing Arts presentation of the children’s classic about a spider’s attempt to save the life of Wilbur the pig. 2 p.m. Johansen High School Theatre, 641 Norseman Drive, Modesto. $10 adults; $5 children. (209) 338-2100.
“THE WOMEN” BY CLARA BOOTHE LUCE• Feb. 6-22
Women’s varied roles in society are explored in this modern classic comedy about the demands of womanhood. Call for times. Prospect Theater Project, 1214 K St., Modesto. $20. (209) 549-9341.
JIMMY H.• Feb. 21
Magician. Part of the “Winter Magic” series. 7 p.m. dinner; 8:30 show. Groveland Hotel, 18767 Main St., Groveland. $10 cover with dinner. (209) 962-4000.
“MARY POPPINS”• Feb. 28-May 3
7 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday, Wednesday-Thursday. Sierra Repertory Theatre-East Sonora Theatre, 13891 Mono Way. $18-$35. (209) 532-3120.
“THE HONKY TONK ANGELS”• April 25-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.
“BEANIE AND THE BAMBOOZLING HORROR MACHINE”• Jan. 23-24
A children’s show directed by Kitsy Olson. 7 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday. California State University, Stanislaus, Mainstage Theatre, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $3-$5. (209) 667-3959.
ART
ART SPACE ON MAIN• (209) 667-3959
Through Jan. 16, Department of Art Alumni Exhibition. 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.
CENTRAL CALIFORNIA ART ASSOCIATION AND MISTLIN GALLERY• (209) 529-3369
Through Jan. 3, Home for the Holidays Member Show; Jan. 15 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
Jan. 15, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays. 918 10th St., Modesto. www.thechartreusemuse.com
CROW TRADING CO.• (209) 579-2173
Jan. 15, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. 1208 J St. www.crowtrading.com
DOWNTOWN MODESTO• (209) 529-9303
Jan. 15, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m. .
GALLERY CALAVERAS• (209) 754-1774
Through Jan. 9: Holiday Boutique and Sale. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fridays-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 22 Main St., San Andreas. www.calaverasarts.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•
Exhibits of a county recorder’s office, a general store and a re-created blacksmith shop. Other exhibits include gold mining paraphernalia, original firefighting equipment, along withwhat a turn-of-the-century home might have had for furnishings. Tuesday-Sunday; noon-4 p.m. 1402 I St., Modesto. Free.
MERCED MULTICULTURAL ARTS CENTER• (209) 388-1090
Through Jan. 2; Winter art, photography, film making classes. Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 645 W. Main St.
MERCED COUNTY COURTHOUSE MUSEUM• (209) 723-2401
Through Feb. 25, “Our Stories: Mexican American Experience in Merced” featuring personal narratives, which will explore Mexican Americans’ search for political, social, and economic opportunities. Museum hours: 1-4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. 21st and N streets, Merced.
OAKDALE COWBOY MUSEUM• (209) 847-5163
Through February, “The Tales of the Yosemite Back Country, Mather Saddle and Pack Station,” operated by the Barnes family since 1929. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 355 E. F St. , Oakdale. $1. www.oakdalecowboymuseum.org
PEER RECOVERY ARTS PROJECT• (209) 581-1695
Jan. 15, 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•
Jan. 15, 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.
TREWIN FRAMERY• (209) 818-6004
Through Jan. 2, “Pursuit of Light VII” originial paintings by Chella, seventh annual art show; ongoing, Rodney Lough Jr., Tom Pickurel, Chella, Edward Mendes. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays. 5170 Pentecost Drive, Suite 1, Modesto.
UC MERCED ART GALLERY• (209) 228-4566
Through Jan. 29, “Sita Kuratomi Bhaumik: Selfie Determination” exhibit. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday. 5200 North Lake Road, Merced.
UNIQUE BOUTIQUES• (209) 523-3000
Ongoing, 10 local artists. Exhibit hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 4459 Spyres Way, #A, Modesto.
YOSEMITE MUSEUM• (209) 372-4946
Through Jan. 19, “Rooms with a View: Three Decades of Yosemite Artists” featuring local honored artists, Titia Barnett-Gudde and Chella. 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. 9037 Village Dr., Yosemite Valley.
CASINOS
CHICKEN RANCH• (800) 752-4646
16929 Chicken Ranch Road, Jamestown. (209) 984-4806. www.chickenranchcasino.com/
THUNDER VALLEY• (877) 468-8777
Jan. 9, The Tubes. 1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln. www.thundervalleycasino.com
JACKSON RANCHERIA• (800) 822-9466
Jan. 15, Aaron Lewis. 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson. www.jacksoncasino.com
RED HAWK CASINO• (888) 573-3495
Jan. 2-4, Chris Gardner; Jan. 9-10, Kumandae Miller; Jan. 10-11, Cripple Creek; Jan. 16-17, Audioboxx; Jan. 17-18, Rock of Ages; Jan. 23-25, Nathan Owens Band; Jan. 30-31, Brodie Stewart; Jan. 31-Feb. 2, The Spazmatics. 1 Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville. www.redhawkcasino.com
CACHE CREEK• (800) 772-2243
Jan. 10, Zapp; Jan. 16, The O’Jays; Jan. 17, Naughty By Nature. 14455 Highway 16, Brooks. www.cachecreek.com
BLACK OAK CASINO• (877) 747-8777
Jan. 2-3, Foreverland; Jan. 8, Michael Cleveland and Flamekeeper; Jan. 9-10, Left of Centre; Jan. 15, Little Fuller Band; Jan. 16, Nineteen Nevermindes; Jan. 17, Chains Required; Jan. 22, Billy J Kramer; Jan. 23, Albert Cummings; Jan. 24, Crossfire - Tribute to Santana; Jan. 28, Craig Wayne Boyd; Jan. 29, Comedy Showcase; Jan. 30, Lee Rocker; Jan. 31, Journey Revisited. 19400 Tuolumne Road N.
COFFEEHOUSES
QUEEN BEAN COFFEE HOUSE• (209) 521-8000
First Wednesdays, Filmmaker Social Club; Sundays, open mic. 1126 14th St., Modesto.
COMEDY
TURLOCK COMMUNIY THEATRE• (209) 668-1169
Jan. 18, Bill Cosby. 7:30 p.m. Turlock Community Theatre, 1574 E. Canal Drive, Turlock. $65-$85.
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 sing along. Open to all age and skill levels, as well as other acoustic instruments. 10:30 a.m. Free. www.turlockukejamz.org
“JOAN MIRO: FANTASTIC UNIVERSE EXHIBIT”• Through Jan. 15
Exhibit featuring the colorful work of surrealist Joan Miró highlighting the artist’s exploration of printmaking showcasing 54 works. Cost: $10 general; $8 members; 12 and under free. Gallery Hours: Wednesdays-Sundays 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fridays 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
“IN YOUR DREAMS”• Through Feb. 1
This juried exhibition will coincide with and complement the Joan Miró exhibit, “Fantastic Universe.” “In Your Dreams” features some 45 pieces, including paintings, drawings and photographs that express the artists’ dreams.
The Carnegie Arts Center is at 250 N. Broadway, Turlock. Call (209) 632-5761. www.carnegieartsturlock.org.
FESTIVALS & FAIRS
SONORA CELTIC FAIRE• March 6-8
Jousting, Highland games, Celtic music, vendors and more. 9 a.m. Friday-6 p.m. Sunday. Mother Lode Fairgrounds, 220 Southgate Drive, Sonora. (209) 532-8375.
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. 7:30-11 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. 5-7 p.m. Fridays. Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall-Modesto, 2801 W. Hatch Road. Small donation. (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. 19th and N streets, Merced. (209) 667-2916.
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.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST• Feb. 8
Turlock FFA annual pancake breakfast fundraiser. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Turlock High School Cafeteria, 1600 E. Canal Drive. $6 general; under 6 are free. (209) 667-4061 ext. 3333.
CRAB FEED AND DANCING• Jan. 16
4 p.m. doors; 6:30 p.m. dinner. SOS Club, 819 Sunset Ave., Modesto. $40 members; $45 nonmembers. (209) 578-5801.
A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM• Jan. 17
Inaugural gala featuring hosted wine and beer social, dinner and program. 6 p.m. Great Valley Museum, 435 College Ave., Modesto. $150 per person. (209) 575-6196.
CRAB FEED• Jan. 17
Soroptimist International of Twain Harte annual all-you-can-eat crab feed fundraiser. Box raffle and door prize. 4:30 p.m., doors; 5:30-7 p.m. dinner. Tuolumne Veteran’s Memorial Hall, 18375 Fir Ave., Tuolumne. $40. (209) 928-1616.
CRAB FEED AND TRI TIP DINNER• Jan. 17
Cocktails and antipasto, crab and tri-tip dinner accompanied by pasta with garlic bread and salad. Raffle. 6 p.m. Tuolumne River Lodge, 2429 River Road, Modesto. $45. (209) 531-3235.
CRAB FEED DINNER AND DANCE• Jan. 17
Modesto Portuguese Pentecost Association marinated crab feed dinner and dance. 5 p.m.-12:30 a.m. California Ballroom, 432 Sixth St., Modesto. $45 per person. (209) 505-3624.
OMELET BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER• Jan. 18
Proceeds benefit MJC scholarships. 7-11:30 a.m. American Legion Hall, 1001 S. Santa Cruz Ave. , Modesto. $8 general; children under 7 free. (209) 551-8060.
CRAB CIOPPINO DINNER AND DANCE• Jan. 24
Modesto Portuguese Pentecost Association crab cioppino dinner and dance. 4 p.m.-12:30 a.m. California Ballroom, 432 Sixth St., Modesto. $45. (209) 505-3624.
ROBERT BURNS SUPPER• Jan. 24
Supper to honor Robert Burns, regarded as the national poet of Scotland. Hosted by St. Andrews Society of Modesto. Dinner, poetry, music, bagpipes and Haggis. Advance reservations with payment required. Call for time and cost. Fruit Yard, 7948 Yosemite Blvd., Modesto. (209) 529-9430.
SPAGHETTI DINNER• Jan. 24
Annual all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner. Take-out available. 4:30-7 p.m. Escalon United Methodist Church, 2000 Jackson Ave., Escalon. $8 adults; $4 children 5012; under 5 free. (209) 838-2020.
CRABFEST!• Feb. 6-7
21st annaul crabfest with all-you-can-eat crab. Dancing to Livin’, raffle. To go available, $30. 5:30 p.m.-midnight. Howard Training Center, 1424 Stonum Road, Modesto. $45. (209) 593-5618.
CRAB FEED• Feb. 7
Commemorative Air Force annual crab feed fundraiser. Silent and oral auctions, raffles, no-host bar. Advance tickets only. 5-10 p.m. Modesto Airport - Hangar 1 , 700 Tioga Drive. $40 per person. (209) 605-4313.
FOR KIDS
PARA LOS NINOS PROGRAM• Saturdays
Bilingual stories, Songs and Rhymes for Preschoolers and their families. Presented by the Cesar Chavez Committee. 10-11 a.m. Saturdays. Los Banos Library, 1312 Seventh St. Free. (209) 826-5254.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME• Ongoing
Stories and songs for ages 3-6. Storytime is followed by “Stay and Play, Play and Learn.” 10 a.m. Thursdays. Salida Branch Library, 4835 Sisk Road. (209) 543-7315.
WIGGLE WORMS• Ongoing
Stories and songs for children under 3. 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Wednesdays. Salida Branch Library, 4835 Sisk Road. (209) 543-7315.
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 Friday Tuolumne County Library, 480 Greenley Road, Sonora. (209) 533-5507.
“FROZEN” PARTY• Jan. 14
Children can make snowflake wands, paint a picture of Olaf, play a snowball toss game and test their “Frozen” knowledge. Snacks will be served. Dressing in costumes is optional. Event sponsored by the Friends of the Keyes Library. 1 p.m. Keyes Library, 4420 Maud Ave. Free. (209) 664-8006.
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
Jan. 24, Pasta Dinner Fundraiser, 4:30-8:30 p.m. 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 SENIOR 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. 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. Call for locations. 5:30 p.m. Fridays. Various locations (209) 550-0919.
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
Sonora Writers Group meeting. Call for location. 10:30 a.m. Second Saturday Various locations (209) 734-8097.
CAMELLIA SOCIETY MEETING• Ongoing
The Camellia Society of Modesto meetings. All interested in camellias and seeking to learn about camellia culture are invited to attend. Refreshments will be served. Some meeting topics this season will include: bugs, square gardening, herbs and water gardens. 1:30 p.m. Second Sundays. One Church Bethel Campus Free. (209) 522-0147 or (209) 576-0831.
HOLIDAYS ON THE FARM• Through Jan. 3
Santa’s Village, Christmas trees, ornament and wreath making. Snow Mountain and outdoor skating rink. Fire pits and smores, drive through Lights on the Farm. Call for times and attraction prices. Dell’Osso Farms, 501 Manthey Road, Lathrop. (209) 969-6048.
FIELD OF ICE• Through Jan. 19
Outdoor Ice Skating rink. Price includes skate rental. Pictures with Santa available on December weekends. 10 a.m-10 p.m. daily, skating sessions 10 a.m., noon, 2, 4, 6 and 8 p.m. R,A.M. Farms, Inc., 716 N. Daubenberger, Turlock. $8-$12. (209) 668-2425. www.fieldsofice.com
MUSEUM TOURS• Jan. 3-31
Guided tours of the museum’s collections of wagons and carriages. 1-2 p.m. Saturdays. Angels Camp Museum, 753 S. Main St., Angels Camp. $2.50-$5 museum admission, tours free. (209) 736-2963.
FIBER ARTS GROUP• Jan. 10
Studio 49 Fiber Arts Group monthly meeting. Visitors welcome. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuolumne County Library, 480 Greenley Road, Sonora. Free. (209) 533-0593.
HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS• Jan. 13
“Washington Generals’ Revenge Tour” in a matchup of the Globetrotters and the Generals on the court. 7 p.m. Stockton Arena, 248 W. Fremont St. $18. 800- 745-3000.
WEAVERS AND SPINNERS GUILD• Jan. 13
Mother Lode Weavers and Spinners Guild featuring artist Irene Taylor presentation about color history, color theory and color in our lives. 10 a.m. Church of the 49ers, 11155 Jackson St., Columbia. Free. (209) 588-1514.
JACK HANNA’S INTO THE WILD LIFE!• Jan. 16
Jungle Jack will introduce you to some of the world’s most spectacular animals. Jack will also share humorous stories and amazing exclusive footage from his worldwide adventures. 7 p.m. Merced Theatre, 301 W. Main St., Merced. $20-$35. (209) 381-0500.
QUILT AND TEXTILE ARTS SHOW• Jan. 17-18
“Heart of the Valley” quilt and textile arts show. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Modesto Centre Plaza, 1000 L St. $7 general; Under 12 free. countrycrossroadsquilters.com
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. COMMEMORATION CEREMONY• Jan. 19
Twenty-ninth annual event. 10 a.m. Christian Love Baptist Church, 202 H St., Modesto.
TURLOCK SWAP MEET• Jan. 24-25
49th annual swap meet. Food and drink availalbe at concession stands. 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N. Broadway, Turlock. $10 Saturday; $5 Sunday; under 12 are free. (209) 571-1232.
MODESTO CAMELLIA SHOW 2015• March 21-22
2-5 p.m. Saturday; 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Gallo Administration Building, 600 Yosemite Ave., Modesto. (209) 537-9945.
Dance Clubs:
TANGO DANCE CLUB• Ongoing
Modesto Tango social dance and practice. 7-9 p.m. Mondays. Jacob’s Fine Dining , 2501 McHenry Ave., 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) 996-0844. www.facebook.com/turlock.steppinpards
SENIOR CITIZENS DANCE AND POTLUCK•
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 dances featuring waltz, Latin, swing, polka and fox trot. Refreshments available. 2-5 p.m. Fourth Sundays. Merced Community Center Ballroom, 755 W 15th St. $8. (209) 723-0839.
THE STATE THEATRE
FILM: “BOYHOOD”• Through Jan. 8
Sprawling investigation of the human condition, Richard Linklater tells the story of growing up as seen through the eyes of a child named Mason.
FILM: “CITIZENFOUR”• Jan. 2
Thriller which portrays the story and character of Edward Snowden.
FILM: “THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL”• Jan. 2-9
Comedy recounts the adventures of Gustave H., a legendary concierge at a famous hotel set in the fictional Eastern European republic of Zubrowka in the 1930s, and Zero Moustava, the lobby boy who becomes his most trusted friend.
FILM: “THE GREAT DICTATOR”• Jan. 4
Charlie Chaplin offers both a cutting caricature of Adolf Hitler and a sly tweaking of his own comic persona. 2 p.m.
FILM: “THE INTERVIEW• Jan. 4-8
Action-comedy about Dave Skylark and his producer Aaron Rapoport who run the popular celebrity tabloid TV show "Skylark Tonight." When they discover that North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un is a fan of the show, they land an interview with him in an attempt to legitimize themselves as journalists.
FILM: “GRUMPY OLD MEN”• Jan. 17
Hilarious and heartwarming matchup, of two next-door neighbors whose long-running feud becomes an all-out rivalry when an attractive widow moves in across the street. Part of the CareMore Senior Film Series. 10:30 a.m.
FILM: “AUNTIE MAME”• Jan. 18
Rosalind Russell recreates her stage role as Mame Dennis, the flamboyant, devil-may-care aunt of young, impressionable Patrick Dennis. Presented by the Modesto Film Society. 2 p.m.
ELVIN BISHOP• Jan. 24
7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. $25-$38.
FILM: “PULP FICTION”• Jan. 25
Quentin Tarantino’s movie of the 1990s featuring Samuel L. Jackson and John Travolta as hit men. A Modesto Film Society presentation. 2 p.m.
TOMMY EMMANUEL• Feb. 7
Australian guitarist. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. $45 advance; $47 day of show.
FILM: TARZAN”• Feb. 11
1999 Disney version of Tarzan. Parent Social will follow film presentation at 5:30 p.m. 3 p.m. doors; 4 p.m. film. Free.
FILM: “IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT”• Feb. 15
Oscar winning film. Story of Virgil Tibbs who is placed under arrest as a suspect in an unusual murder in a small Mississippi town. Modesto Film Society Cinema Club presentation. 2 p.m.
FILM: “GROUNDHOG DAY”• Feb. 22
Bill Murray plays Phil, a TV weatherman working for a local station in Pennsylvania but convinced that national news stardom is in his grasp. 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
TALENT
COMMUNITY BAND• Ongoing
A college-community concert band looking for experienced woodwind, brass and percussion players to join. 7 p.m. Mondays. California State University, Stanislaus, music building, 1 University Circle, Turlock. (209) 667-3740.
FINE ART SHOW• Through Feb. 7
Twenty-seventh annual fine arts show. Entries accepted Jan. 2-8. Entry application information, www.dfvtastingroom.com. Art show is open for viewing by the public. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Delicato Vineyards, 12001 S. Highway 99, Manteca. (209) 824-3401.
This story was originally published December 31, 2014 at 4:00 PM with the headline "Calendar of events across the Modesto region."