Calendar: Events across the Modesto region

A daughter’s quest for her father set to the music of ABBA. 7 p.m.

Pointe of Dance Studio presents annual recital showcase. 6 p.m. $16-$30.

Modesto Symphony Orchestra presents Disney scenes set to live music. Guest conductor David Lockington, with guest vocalists. 8 p.m. Friday; 3 p.m. Saturday. $37-$92.

Off-Broadway hit of an unemployed actor, thrust into a relationship with Barbra Streisand, that tries his patience. 8 p.m. $20.

Graffiti summer concert featuring iconic band from the past. 8 p.m. $19-$59.

The Dance Academy presents its positive dance production, benefiting Autism Speaks. 11 a.m and 6 p.m. $15-$35.

Modesto Performing Arts presents the iconic stage musical, a satire on American society, set in 1958. $19-$34.

The Gallo Center for the Arts is at 1000 I St., Modesto. Call 209-338-2100.

www.galloarts.org.

Funstrummers. 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 capella chorus rehearsals. 7-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Mancini Hall, 718 Tuolumne Blvd., Modesto. 209-524-6139.

Sundays: June 19, Bye Bye Blues Band; July 17, Creole Jazz Kings. 12:30 p.m. jam sets; 1 p.m. featured band. Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 1612 Sisk Road, Modesto $8-$12. 209-620-0285.

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.

8 p.m. MainStage Theater, 1 University Circle, Turlock. $12. 209-668-3958.

Dance lessons with Zydeco Ted, live music by The Bluesbox Bayou Band. 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Eagles Hall, 126 Camellia Way, Modesto. $10. 209-526-3096.

Live music by the Silvermoon Band with food and fun. 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. The River’s Edge Restaurant, 17525 Sonora Road, Knights Ferry. Free. 209-226-3881.

Solas, Celtic-style music. 6:45 p.m. Twisted Oak Winery, 4280 Red Hill Road at Highway 4, Vallecito. $29 advance; $35 door; $10 children. 209-736-9080. www.twistedoak.com/concerts.

Gaither Homecoming artist Larry Ford, Chordsmen, Regents, Cornell Trio, Debt Free, the Herb Henry Family and Jr. Henry Family. 1 p.m. Connecting Point Nazarene Church, 3200 E. Monte Vista Ave., Denair. $13 advance; $16 at the door. 209-538-3838.

Calaveras Community Band presents special presentation of patriotic songs, marches, jazz, Latin music and instrumental opera. 6:30 p.m. Murphys Community Park, 505 Algiers St., Murphys. Free. 209-728-8183.

“Destination Modesto!” program features a variety of music. 7 p.m. Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto. $10; $25 family of four.

www.opushandbell.org.

“Rev It Up” Graffiti kickoff, featuring music by rock ’n’ roll legends Huey Lewis, Buddy Holly and others. 8 p.m.-9:45 p.m. Graceada Park, 401 Needham St., Modesto. Free. www.moband.org.

An official 2016 Sundance Film Festival selection. Documentary by director Josh Fox on the effects of global warming and climate change on communities around the world. $8-$10.

A film on finding oneself after the death of a spouse. Stars Susan Sarandon and Rose Byrne. $8-$10.

Adult siblings with an unusual upbringing return home to look for their eccentric parents. Ensemble cast: Jason Bateman, Nicole Kidman, Christopher Walken and Maryann Plunkett. $8-$10.

Set in 18th-century English society, a widow gets into trouble being a matchmaker for her daughter and herself. $8-$10.

Special 35-mm showing of hometown filmmaker George Lucas’ coming-of-age story set in the 1960s. 4 p.m. $3.

The B93 Big Summer Show presents live music from MAGIC!, Nick Fradiani and others. Doors 6 p.m.; show 7 p.m. $35 advance; $38 at door.

A musical and movie tribute to Prince with live music, dancing and purple attire. Special screening of “Purple Rain.” Doors 6 p.m.; music 6:30 p.m.; movie 7:30 p.m. $15.

Luv2Dance Studio presents student dancers, ages 3 to 70s. Doors 1 p.m.; show 2 p.m. $12.

The State Theatre is at 1307 J St., Modesto. Call 209-527-4697. www.thestate.org.

Sierra Repertory Theatre production steeped in the works of 19th-century Russian playwright Anton Chekhov but with decidedly modern sensibilities. 7 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays; 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Saturdays-Sundays; 2 and 7 p.m. Thursdays. Sierra Repertory Theatre, East Sonora Theatre, 13891 Mono Way, Sonora. $32-$37. 209-532-3120. www.sierrarep.org.

Fundraiser benefiting MoPRIDE Inc. Drag show including food, drinks and games. 7 p.m.-10:30 p.m. The Prospect Theater, 1214 K St., Modesto. $20 advance; $25 door; VIP $30. 209-985-9220 or jwelsh01@aol.com.

Through Thursday, June 30, BFA Graduating Seniors Exhibition and Print Show. Gallery hours: noon-5 p.m. Monday-Wednesday; noon-9 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. 135 W. Main St., Turlock. Free.

Through Thursday, June 30, Graduating BFA Seniors and Recent Works. Mondays-Wednesdays; noon-9 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays. 135 W. Main St., Turlock.

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

Through Friday, May 27, Graduating Seniors Exhibition and Annual Sculpture Yard Show. 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.

Through Wednesday, June 29, guest artist Henrietta Sparkman. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Wednesday; 1-6 p.m. Thursday, 1-9 p.m. with Third Thursday Art Walk; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday. 1224 K St., Modesto.

Through Friday, May 27, Central California Art Showcase, collaborative spring juried exhibit of local artists. Thursday, June 16, 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.

Saturday, June 1-Saturday, June 25, annual photography show. Awards ceremony 4 p.m. June 25. Viewing hours 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. daily. Delicato Vineyards, 12001 S. Highway 99, Manteca. Free.

www.dfvtastingroom.com.

Thursday, June 16, Third Thursday Art Walk. 5-9 p.m.

Gustine Museum Historical Society presents “Grandma’s Kitchen,” kitchen items from the 1930s to 1950s. Gallery hours: 1-4 p.m. Thursday and Sunday. 397 Fourth St., Gustine. www.gustinehistoricalsociety.org.

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: noon-4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. 1402 I St., Modesto. Free.

Thursday, June 16, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 1222 J St., Modesto. www.peerartrecoveryproject.org.

Thursday, June 16, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 1030 J. St., Modesto.

www.preservationcoffee.com.

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

Thursday, June 16, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 1313 J St., Modesto. www.stillsmokingstore.tripod.com.

Thursday, June 16, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 909 10th St., Modesto.

www.trevinosbarbershop.com.

Ongoing, “Rhett Regina Owings: Monterey Coast.” Gallery hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fridays. 132 S. Center St., Turlock.

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

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

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.

Collaborative show with Central California Art Association’s Mistlin Gallery in Modesto. Spring juried exhibit of local artists. Free.

Join African drumming teacher Khemya Mitrahina to try out exciting beats and rhythms. 7-8:30 p.m. Free.

Images drawn from the collections of the CSU Stanislaus library and the Turlock Historical Society, the exhibition looks at the concept of community as represented through our region’s historic architecture, in the Ferrari Gallery. Free.

Second annual exhibition features artwork created by children ages 5-14, in the Ferrari Gallery. Opening reception 7-9 p.m. Friday, June 10.

The Carnegie Arts Center is at 250 N. Broadway, Turlock. Call 209-632-5761.

www.carnegieartsturlock.org.

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.

1 Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville. www.redhawkcasino.com.

14455 Highway 16, Brooks. www.cachecreek.com.

Friday-Saturday, May 27-28, Busta Groove; Thursday, June 2, The Little Fuller Band; Friday, June 3, The Purple Ones; Saturday, June 4, Fast Times; Thursday, June 9, Nickel Slots from Sacramento; Saturday, June 11, Chains Required; Thursday, June 16, Pablo Cruise; Friday, June 17, Kevin Russell; Saturday, June 18, Roy Rogers; Thursday, June 23, DJ Renegade; Friday, June 24, Cheeseballs; Saturday, June 25, Clean Slate; Thursday, June 30, Rock of Ages. 19400 Tuolumne Road N., Tuolumne.

Friday-Saturday, May 27-28, Back Together Again; Friday, June 3, Josh Turner; Saturday, June 25, Crystal Gayle. 711 Lucky Lane, Coarsegold.

Artists present a variety of wares while winemakers offer a taste of the region. Food and entertainment also planned. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Mariposa County Courthouse lawn, 5088 Bullion St., Mariposa.

mariposarotary.org.

More than 60 booths of antiques, collectibles, handcrafted items, foods, vintage jewelry and more. The Volunteer Fire Department serves local beers and a variety of homemade food. Lions Club holds a pancake breakfast both days from 8-11 a.m. Faire is 9 a.m.-4 p.m. both days. Free. Downtown Arnold. www.gocalaveras.com.

Annual Pick and Gather at Riverdance Farms, plus Merced River Fair. Live music, family-friendly activities and more. 10 a.m. until dark Saturday; 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. 12230 Livingston-Cressey Road, Livingston. Saturday $10 adults; $5 kids/seniors. Sunday $5 adults; $2 kids/seniors.

www.riverdancefarms.com.

Annual car show and parade hosted by the North Modesto Kiwanis Club. 6:30 p.m. Friday, parade through downtown Modesto and on McHenry Avenue. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, car show and festival. Municipal Golf Course, 400 Tuolumne Blvd., Modesto. $10; under 12 free. 888-746-9763. www.americangraffitifestival.com or www.northmodestokiwanis.org.

Presented by Backcountry Pictures, in support of National Park Centennial, a film by David Vassar. Screening 7-8:45 p.m.; reception 9-11 p.m. Bret Harte Theater, 323 S. Main St., Angels Camp. $20 general; $40 general plus VIP meet-and-greet. 415-302-0839. www.bcpfilms.com.

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.

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

Friday night dinner by 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. 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, 12455 W. Ripon Road, Ripon. 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, 12455 W. Ripon Road, Ripon. Small donation required. 209-599-6815.

VFW Auxiliary weekly hamburger nights. 5-8 p.m. Fridays. Veterans of Foreign Wars, 1405 E. Linwood Ave., Turlock. $2-$6.50. 209-668-9710.

Livingston VFW monthly hamburger night. 5-7 p.m. last Thursdays. Livingston Veterans Memorial Hall, 1605 Seventh St. $2-$4.50. 209-394-2059. www.vfwlivingston.com.

Year-round. 8 a.m.-noon. Saturdays. 16th Street and Canal, Merced. 209-389-4175.

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 Fridays. Eagles Hall, 126 Camellia Way, Modesto. $12. 209-577-2298.

8 a.m.-noon first Sundays. IOOF Hall, Main Street, Knights Ferry. $5.

Monthly luncheon. 11:15 a.m. third Wednesdays. Denair Community Center, 3850 N. Gratton Road. 209-632-0011.

www.sirinc.org.

8-11 a.m. second Sundays. Odd Fellows Hall, 30018 Yosemite Blvd., La Grange. $6. 209-853-2128

50-plus club. 8:30-9 a.m. Sundays. Perko’s, 3848 McHenry Ave., Modesto. 209-576-0279.

7 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays. 16th Street, between H and I streets. Free. 209-605-8536.

5 p.m. Thursdays. Main Street, Columbia State Historic Park. Free 209-499-8273.

Second Wednesdays of the month. 4-7 p.m. UC Master Gardeners Demonstration Garden, 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas. 209-256-6506. odmo@comcast.net.

Saturday-Monday, May 28-30, Memorial Day holiday special program. Daily excursion rides. $15 adults; $10 6-17; free under 6 and members. South Fifth Avenue at Reservoir Road, Jamestown. 209-984-3953. www.railtown1897.org.

Shows every Tuesday-Sunday. Performances vary. 7 p.m. Yosemite Theater, 9035 Village Drive, Yosemite National Park. $10 adults; under 12 free. 415-434-1782.

yosemiteconservancy.org.

Sponsored by the Commemorative Air Force. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. second Saturdays. Modesto Airport, 700 Tioga Drive, Hangar 1. 209-526-5868.

www.cafvalleysquadron.org.

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

10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Castle Air Museum, 5050 Santa Fe Drive, Atwater. $12 adults; $8 seniors; $5 youths 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.

Successful Thinkers Network-Modesto Learning Zone programs. Tuesdays. 11:30 a.m. Round Table Pizza, 3848 McHenry Ave., Modesto. 209-712-8997.

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. second, third and fourth Wednesdays. Denny’s, 1525 McHenry Ave., Modesto. www.toastmasters.org.

7 p.m. second and fourth Thursdays. Samaritan Village, 7700 Fox Road, Hughson. 209-384-7128 or 209-631-9458.

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.

Noon-1 p.m. second and fourth Mondays. Fuddruckers, 3848 McHenry Ave., Modesto. 209-390-6607.

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., Modesto. 209-883-2685.

Presented by Oakdale Grange No. 435. Food and drink free. 7-9:30 p.m. second Fridays. Oakdale Grange Hall, Lambuth and F streets. $10. 209-556-8524 or 209-838-7421.

Sonora Writers Group. 10:30 a.m. second Saturdays. Call for location. 209-734-8097.

Support group for those either writing for themselves or for publication. 5:30-7 p.m. second Tuesdays. Merced Multicultural Arts Center, 645 W. Main St. Free.

Society meets to instruct, inform and educate members in the techniques of research. 7 p.m. third Tuesdays. Trinity Presbyterian Church, Telle Center, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto. 209-526-5009.

Monthly meeting. 1:30 p.m. second Sundays. Seventh-day Adventist Church, Fellowship Hall, 16th and G streets, Modesto. Free. 209-522-0147.

Saturday, May 28, lecture “Dragonflies” presented by Kathy Biggs; Saturday, June 4, lecture “California’s Golden Geology of the Sierra Nevada” presented by Nancy Muleady Mecham. Jack Knight Hall, Calaveras Big Trees State Park, 1170 E. Highway 4, Arnold. $10 entry into park. 209-795-1196.

City of Riverbank event with delegates speaking on veterans, active military, prayer. Mayor Richard O’Brien will host and place a wreath at the Memorial Wall. Light refreshments. 11:30 a.m. Riverbank War Memorial Wall in front of the Community Center, 3600 Santa Fe St.

Spring luncheon with more than 30 tables decorated by garden club members in spring themes ranging from whimsical to elegant. Light refreshments. 1-7 p.m. Del Rio Country Club, 901 Stewart Road, Modesto. $10. modestogardenclub.org.

Presented by Northern Mariposa County History Center. Lecture by researcher Robert Oakley on “The Great Flood of 1862.” 4 p.m. IOOF Building, 5030 Main St., Coulterville. Free. 209-878-3750.

Delta Tule Trekkers walks through Calaveras Big Trees State Park. 8 a.m.-noon. Barbecue planned both days. Calaveras Big Trees State Park, 1170 E. Highway 4, Arnold. Free. 209-931-0557.

www.deltatuletrekkers.org.

Monthly meeting, with discussion on spinning, weaving and more. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuolumne County Library, 480 Greenley Road, Sonora. 209-544-0593. www.mlwsguild.org.

8 a.m.-3 p.m. Church of the 49ers, 11155 Jackson St., Columbia. Free. 209-588-9876.

The Mother Lode Weaver and Spinners Guild mini bazaar of handcrafted items. 11:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. Faith Hall, Church of the 49ers, 11155 Jackson St., Columbia. www.mlwsguild.org.

Art show and fundraiser hosted by the Modesto Gospel Mission. Showcasing local artists, with silent auction. Appetizers and refreshments provided. 6-9 p.m. McHenry Museum, 1402 I St., Modesto. $20. 209-529-8259 or 209-225-2951. www.eventbrite.com.

Hosted by the Odd Fellows of LaFayette Historical Lodge No. 65, showcasing local art, jewelry, sewn creations and more. 80 different wine vendors. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Odd Fellows Hall, 30018 Yosemite Blvd., La Grange. Free. 209-853-2128.

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.

Social time for singles age 50 and older. 5:30 p.m. first and third Fridays. Bel Piatto Restaurant, 1000 Kansas Ave., Modesto. 209-883-2685.

Dance on Tuesdays, second Fridays. 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.

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.

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

Square dance club workshop nights. 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays. American Legion Hall, 75 Bothun Road, Turlock. 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.

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. $3-$6 per person; $20 annual dues. 209-236-1628. www.singleskirtsnflirts.ccsda.org.

Sunday dance featuring music by 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.

Argentine tango practice. Socialize and practice your tango. 8-10 p.m. Tuesdays. Ralston’s Goat, 1001 10th St., Modesto. Free. 209-522-1571. www.modestotango.com.

This story was originally published May 24, 2016 at 2:43 PM with the headline "Calendar: Events across the Modesto region."