Calendar: Events across the Modesto region

Jazz and classical musician. 8 p.m. $20-$45.

Rock performed by Johnny Rivers and his band. Presented by Kids Camp Rocks. 8 p.m. $30-$70.

Country artist. 8 p.m. $29-$59.

Townsend Opera presents 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.

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.

A live multimedia spectacular that takes you on a musical journey through the life and times of the world’s most celebrated band. 7:30 p.m. $29-$99.

Featuring entertainment, a live band, video presentations and presentation of member choice awards. 6 p.m. $100.

Classically trained violinist. 7 p.m. $29-$79.

Author, storyteller, humorist and radio personality. 7:30 p.m. $39-$99.

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.

Spring concert featuring Ryan Murray, conductor, Symphony Orchestra; Anne Martin, conductor, Concert Orchestra and Ella Webb, wind specialist. 3 p.m. $5-$10.

Adult-themed comedian. 4 p.m. $25-$40.

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.

7 p.m. Thursday; 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Saturday. $59-$99.

Blues-rock artist. 8 p.m. $20-$35.

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.

Five member lineup presents a faithful recreation of the Beach Boys in concert live. $25-$55.

Unscripted musical comedy featuring master improvisers gathering made-up hit song suggestions from the audience and creating a spontaneous evening of music, and laughter. 8 p.m. $30-$45.

Singer, composer, actor and storyteller. 8 p.m. $29-$79.

Funstrummers ukulele play- and sing-along. Songbooks provided. 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto. Donation. (209) 505-3216.

Beginning group ukulele lessons. 6-8 p.m. Mondays. First United Methodist Church, Modesto, 850 16th St. Donations. (209) 505-3216.

Men’s Barbershop style a cappella chorus. 7-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Mancini Hall, 718 Tuolumne Blvd., Modesto. (209) 524-6139.

Brief ukulele lessons and tips. Other acoustic instruments welcome. 10 a.m.-noon Thursdays. Carnegie Arts Center, 250 N. Broadway, Turlock. Free. (209) 634-3311 or (209) 667-2272.

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.

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.

Americana music. 7 p.m. Wesley United Methodist Church, 300 Trask Lane, Modesto. Donation. 425-760-0589.

Big-band and Latin jazz featuring guitarist and vocalist Johnny Valdes, Cuban percussionist Carlos Caro. 2 p.m. Columbia College Dogwood Theatre, 11600 Columbia College Drive, Sonora. $15 reserved seating.

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.

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 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.

Merced Symphony winter concert, Ming Luke conducting. 7:30 p.m. Merced Theatre, 301 W. Main St., Merced. $39 adults; $14 student.

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 St., Modesto. $10.

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.

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.

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.

Fernando Thebaldi, viola 7:30 p.m. California State University, Stanislaus, Snider Recital Hall, One University Circle, Turlock. $8-$12.

Quartet of the Hot Club of San Francisco featuring French Gypsy jazz. 3 p.m. Bret Harte Performing Arts Centre, 323 Highway 49, Angels Camp. $25 . (209) 754-1774.

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.

Comedy about love, family and what it takes to grab the gold ring.

Psychological fact-based drama that tells the story of Olympic gold medal-winning wrestler Mark Schultz, who sees a way out from the shadow of his more celebrated wrestling brother, Dave, and a life of poverty when he is summoned by eccentric multimillionaire John du Pont to move onto his estate and train for the 1988 Seoul Olympics.

Hilarious and heartwarming match 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.

Townsend Opera preview party and screening of the film “A Streetcar Named Desire” as the company prepares for its performances of the play. 6 p.m. doors; 7 p.m. film. Free.

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.

The New York Film Critics Series returns to The State with Daniel Barnz’s dark comedy. 6:30 doors; 7:30 film. $12.

An ambitious young jazz drummer is discovered by an impassioned jazz ensemble instructor who transfers the aspiring drummer into his band, forever changing the young man’s life.

7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. $25-$38.

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.

Australian guitarist. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. $45 advance; $47 day of show.

Students of MMI’s band program perform music from a wide variety of genres and styles. 3 p.m. $10.

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.

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.

Part of the CareMore Senior Film Series. 10:30 a.m.

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.

Celebrate the Academy Awards at the State’s annual Red Carpet Party & Dinner featuring a live simulcast from the red carpet. Alcoholic beverages available to purchase. 4:30 p.m. $20 dinner buffet.

Parodying the low-budget 1930s British detective movies, “Bullshot Crummond” features all that is good about Monty Python and Austin Powers. 8 p.m. Jan. 9-10, 16-17, 22-24; 2 p.m. Jan. 18, 25. Center Stage Conservatory, 948 11 St., Modesto. $15 general; $10 students. 209-.

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.

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.

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.

Hickman Honor Choir presentation. Program will also feature choral highlights from “Frozen.” 7 p.m. Friday, 5 and 7 p.m. Saturday. Hughson High School, 7419 East Whitmore Ave. $5. (209) 322-9719.

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.

Youth Entertainment Stage (YES) Kids and Kidettes present an 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.

Newman Crows Landing Union School District presentation. Opening night dinner show will be at 6 p.m. Tickets include a tri-tip dinner with side dishes and souvenir glass. Tickets for opening night limited to 125. 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31 and Sunday, Feb. 8. West Side Theatre, 1331 Main St., Newman. $30 opening night; $5-$15 other nights. (209) 918-6894.

Modesto Performing Arts presents 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.

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.

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.

Gallery hours: Noon-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 139 W. Main St., Turlock. Free.

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

Jan. 29-Feb.27, “35 Years in Bronze” by Cheryl Barnett. Gallery hours: Noon-4 p.m. Monday-Friday; 6-9 p.m. Thursdays; noon-4 p.m. Saturday. 1 University Center, Turlock. Free. www.csustan.edu.

Through Jan. 30, “New Members Exhibit”. Jan. 15, artist reception. Gallery hours: 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Friday; noon-4 p.m. Saturday. 1015 J St., Modesto. Free. www.ccartassn.org

Through Feb. 7, 27th annual fine arts show. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 12001 S. Highway 99, Manteca. (209) 824-3401.

Feb. 19, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m.

Through Feb. 5, “Varying Views” by Katherine Crinklaw and Marilyn Rose. 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.

Ongoing, Mary A. Scheinuck, Waldemar “Walt” Scheinuck, and other California Artists. Gallery hours: Open by appointment. 18091 Hart Lane, Manteca.

Exhibits of a county recorder’s office, a general store and a re-created blacksmith shop. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Sunday; noon-4 p.m. 1402 I St., Modesto. Free.

Through Feb. 25, “Our Stories: Mexican-American Experience in Merced.” Museum hours: 1-4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. 21st and N streets, Merced.

Jan. 20-Feb. 12, “Pictures of the Past,” an exhibit of the ceramic work of Rebekah Bogard. Gallery hours: 10 a.m-5 p.m Monday-Wednesday; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday. 435 College Avenue. Free.

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.

Ongoing artists exhibit. Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 3012 McHenry Ave., Modesto.

Through Jan. 29, “Sita Kuratomi Bhaumik: Selfie Determination” exhibit. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday. 5200 North Lake Road, Merced.

Ongoing, Ten local artists. Exhibit hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 4459 Spyres Way, #A, Modesto.

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 Drive, Yosemite Valley.

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

1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln. www.thundervalleycasino.com

12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson. www.jacksoncasino.com

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

Jan. 16, The O’Jays; Jan. 17, Naughty By Nature. 14455 Highway 16, Brooks. www.cachecreek.com

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; Feb. 12-13, Tommy Castro and the Painkillers. 19400 Tuolumne Road N.

First Wednesdays, Filmmaker Social Club; Sundays, open mike. 1126 14th St., Modesto.

Jan. 18, Bill Cosby. 7:30 p.m. Turlock Community Theatre, 1574 E. Canal Drive, Turlock. $65-$85.

Jan. 24, Ringing in the New Year Laughs Comedy Show. 8 p.m. 2669 Geer Road, Turlock. $6

Jan. 30, Laughs for the Fun of It comedy show. 8 p.m. 3848 McHenry Ave. Modesto $6.

Folk dancing lessons. No partner or experience necessary. Open to teens and older. $5. For information, call (209) 634-8843 or (209) 480-0387. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fridays

Community based ukulele strum and sing-along. Open to all age and skill levels, as well as other acoustic instruments. 10:30 a.m. Free. www.turlockukejamz.org

Fun-filled look at medieval and ancient history. Presented by the B Street Theater. Part of the Family Friday series. 7 p.m. Free.

Line up of CSUS Jazz Studies graduates from the past. 7:30 p.m. $5-$8.

Part of the Sunday Arts Lecture Series. 2 p.m. Free.

Features some 45 pieces, including paintings, drawings and photographs that express the artists’ dreams.

Turlock High School presents improv night. 7 p.m. $5.

Presentation of Disney’s “Sleeping Beauty.” 2 p.m. Tuolumne County Library, Community Room, 480 Greenley Road, Sonora. Free (209) 533-5507.

Nine unique films aimed to inspire winter adventure. 7-9:30 p.m. $10 general; under 12 free. Jaunt Adventure Gear, 1508 10th St. (209) 622-0261.

Premiere of documentary portraying the time Sam Clemens spent in Tuolumne and Calaveras counties. 2:30-8 p.m. Sonora Opera Hall, 250 S. Washington St., Sonora. Free.

Sunset Dinner and Wild West trains, Sunday brunch trains. Call or check website for times and prices. Sierra Railroad Golden Sunset and Daylight Trains, 330 S. Sierra Ave., Oakdale. 800-866-1690. www.sierrarailroad.com

Sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars. 7-11 a.m. Sundays. Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall-Modesto, 2801 W. Hatch Road. $7. (209) 537-3360.

Friday night dinner hosted by the VFW Post 3199. 4-7 p.m. Fridays. Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall-Modesto, 2801 W. Hatch Road. $6-$10. (209) 537-3360.

Presented by Northern Mariposa County History Center. Eggs, ham or sausage, all-you-can-eat pancakes and fresh fruit. 8-11 a.m. second Sundays. Coulterville School House, Broadway and Cemetery. $5 adults; $3 children.

Hosted by Ripon VFW Post 1051. 5:30-7 p.m. Fridays. Veterans of Foreign Wars - Ripon, 12455 W. Ripon Road. Small donation required. (209) 599-6815.

Hosted by VFW 1051 of Ripon. Chicken strips, burgers, fish or shrimp with fries. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Veterans of Foreign Wars - Ripon, 12455 W. Ripon Road. Small donation required. (209) 599-6815.

Livingston VFW monthly hamburger night. 5-7 p.m. Last Thursday of month. Livingston Veterans Memorial Hall, 1605 Seventh St. $2-$4.50. (209) 394-2059. www.vfwlivingston.com

VFW Auxiliary weekly hamburger night. 4-8 p.m. Fridays. Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall-Modesto, 2801 W. Hatch Road. $6-$7. (209) 668-9710.

8 a.m.-noon. Saturday. 19th and N streets, Merced. (209) 667-2916.

Hosted by Fraternal Order of Eagles. 8-11 a.m. First Sundays. Eagles Hall, 126 Camellia Way, Modesto. $6. (209) 577-2298.

Steak dinner, salad bar, no-host bar. Hosted by the Fraternal Order of Eagles. 5 p.m. social; 7 p.m. dinner. First Friday. Eagles Hall, 126 Camellia Way, Modesto. $12. (209) 577-2298.

First Sunday of the month. 8 a.m.-noon. IOOF Hall, Main Street, Knights Ferry. $5.

Monthly luncheon. 11:15 a.m. third Wednesday. Denair Community Center , 3850 N. Gratton Road, Denair. (209) 632-0011. www.sirinc.org

First Saturday of month. Noon-5 p.m. The Yogurt Station, 1214 W. F St., Oakdale. Free. (209) 845-8113.

7-11 a.m. Second Sunday. Oddfellows Hall- La Grange, Main Street, La Grange. $6.

4 p.m. doors; 6:30 p.m. dinner. SOS Club, 819 Sunset Ave., Modesto. $40 members; $45 nonmembers. (209) 578-5801.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Soroptimist of Twain Harte annual all-you-can-eat crab feed featuring family-style service. 4:30 p.m. doors, 5:30-7 p.m. dinner service. $40 per person. Tuolumne Veterans Memorial Hall, 18375 Fir Ave., Tuolumne. (209) 928-1616.

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.

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.

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.

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.

St. Anthony’s School sixth annual crab feed. Wine and cheese tasting, no-host bar, dancing. Adult-only event. 6-11 p.m. $50. St. Anthony’s School, gymnasium, 323 N. Fremont Ave. Manteca. (209) 823-4513.

21st annual 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.

Fourth annual chocolate festival. 1-4 p.m. $12 adults; $5 children 8 and under. First Congregational Church, 509 Algiers St. (209) 728-3141 or (209) 728-3306.

Modesto Lions crab feed. Raffle, auction, prizes. 5 p.m. doors; 6 p.m. dinner. $40. Modesto Elks Lodge, 645 Charity Way. (209) 484-9229 or (209) 526-6200.

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.

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.

Society for Creative Anachronism’s fifth annual crab feed and demonstration of martial arts skills and medieval combat. Displays of medieval arts and crafts. 5 p.m. doors; 6 p.m. dinner. $40. Manteca Senior Center, 295 Cherry Lane, Manteca. (209) 932-9785.

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.

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.

Stories and songs for children under 3. 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Wednesdays. Salida Branch Library, 4835 Sisk Road. (209) 543-7315.

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

Group geared for children 8 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.

Children can create buildings, people, animal, vehicles with Legos, with Duplos available for the younger kids. Games, refreshments and stories. 3:30-5 p.m. Free. Tuolumne County Library, 480 Greenley Road. (209) 533-5507.

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

9 a.m.-2 p.m. fourth Saturday. Turlock Municipal Airport, 13602 Newport Road, Turlock. (209) 620-6312.

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.

6:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Perko’s Cafe, 2120 Patterson Road, Riverbank. (209) 342-7358.

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 club Daybreakers 1388. 6:15-7:20 a.m. 2nd, 3rd and 4th Wednesdays. Denny’s, 1525 McHenry Ave., Modesto. www.toastmasters.org

The Healthy Aging Association offers group exercise classes for those 60 and older. Classes include 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.

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.

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.

Sonora Writers Group meeting. Call for location. 10:30 a.m. Second Saturday. Various locations (209) 734-8097.

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.

Outdoor ice skating rink. Price includes skate rental. 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.

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.

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.

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.

Meeting featuring Nicholas Pinkey, retired CSU Stanislaus professor with a power point presentation covering the history, regulation, challenges and future of water usage. All are welcome. 6:45 p.m. College Avenue Congregational Church, Orangeburg and College avenues, Modesto. Free. (209) 863-9137.

Keyes Sports Association and PAL sponsored dodgeball tournament. 9 a.m. $50 team entry fee. Keyes Community Center, 5601 7th St. (209) 678-8343 or (209) 918-9905.

Eight teams from five Stanislaus County schools and one Stanislaus County organization participate in a Future City practice competition. Final round of the competition is open to the public. 12:15 p.m. Free. Stanislaus County Office of Education, 1100 H St.

“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

Twenty-ninth annual event. 10 a.m. Christian Love Baptist Church, 202 H St., Modesto.

Oakdale Lions Club Poker and 50/50 Black Jack Tournament. Must be at least 21 to participate. Door and raffle prizes. Full bar is available. Entry fee includes lunch. $60 entry fee. 11 a.m. doors; noon, play begins. Oakdale Rodeo Grounds, 1624 E. F St. (209) 606-7285.

49th annual swap meet. Food and drink available 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.

Just Friends performs waltz, swing, fox trot, Latin and polka music for dancing. Rumba lesson by Jaime and Alia. Refreshments available. 1 p.m. $8. Merced Senior Community Center, 755 W. 15th St. (209) 723-0839.

Annual fundraiser for the Oakdale Library. One mile and 5K runs. 7-10 a.m. $15 pre-registration; $20 race day registration. Oakdale Library, 151 S. First St. (209) 602-8821.

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.

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.

7:30-10 p.m., Wednesdays. Turlock Senior Center, 1191 Cahill St.

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.

Rock and country band. 1-4 p.m. second and fourth Sundays. Manteca Senior Center, 295 Cherry Lane. $4. (209) 825-0116.

Monthly dances. 7-10 p.m. second Saturdays. Odd Fellows Hall, 6941 Hughson Ave., Hughson. $5 members; $7 nonmembers. (209) 614-8048.

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

7-8:30 p.m. Oakdale Grange Hall, Lambuth and F streets, Oakdale. $4. (209) 526-4452.

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

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.

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

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.

This story was originally published January 14, 2015 at 4:00 PM with the headline "Calendar: Events across the Modesto region."