Entertainment

Calendar: Events across the Modesto region

GALLO CENTER FOR THE ARTS

“ON BROADWAY” ▪  Through Saturday, June 18

5678 Dance Studio present its annual dance recital. Features students from ages 1-70, and dance style from ballet to hip-hop.

“BYE BYE BIRDIE” ▪  Saturday, June 18-Sunday, June 26

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

RAZZLE DAZZLE ▪  Saturday, June 25

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

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

www.galloarts.org.

MUSIC

UKULELE PLAY-ALONG ▪  Ongoing

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

MODESTO TRADITIONAL JAZZ SOCIETY ▪  Ongoing

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.

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.

FIRST FRIDAYS CONCERT SERIES ▪  Through Sept. 2

July 1, John Covert’s Crystal Image Band; Aug. 5, Free Fahlen; Sept. 2, Plan B. 4 p.m. dinner; 5:30 p.m. show. Murphys Community Park, South Algiers Street, Murphys. Concerts free; dinner $12. 209-728-8183 www.visitmurphys.com.

MUSIC IN THE PLAZA ▪  Through Sept. 9

Fridays: June 17, Joe Barretta; June 24, Nathan Ignacio; July 1, Earth Tones. Modesto Centre Plaza, 1010 10th St., Modesto. 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Free.

MUSIC AT THE GMC ▪  Friday, June 17

An acoustic concert series hosted by Gottschalk Music Center. Special guests Lisette and the Loudmouths and Valley’s Got Talent winner Carolina Stevens. Doors 7 p.m.; concert 7:30 p.m. Gottschalk Recital Hall, 1502 E St., Modesto. $15 general; kids 12 and under free. 209-543-5306. modestounplugged@yahoo.com.

MOBAND ▪  Thursday, June 23

“Island Style” traditional Hawaiian and a little Jimmy Buffett. 8-9:45 p.m. Graceada Park, 401 Needham St., Modesto. Free. www.moband.org.

CALAVERAS ARTS COUNCIL CONCERT SERIES ▪  Wednesday, June 22

Wicked Sister. Original songs as well as covers. 6:30-8 p.m. The Hub, 1225 Oak Circle, Arnold. Free.

www.calaverasarts.org.

JIM ANDERSON AND THE REBELS ▪  Saturday, June 25

Rockabilly. 6 p.m. Eproson Park, 22901 Meadow Drive, Twain Harte. Free. www.jimandersonandtherebels.com.

DAY ON THE GREEN 2 ▪  Saturday, June 25

Fundraiser concert benefiting Court Appointed Special Advocates. Featuring Zasu Pitts Memorial Orchestra, Home Grown and Third Party. 5-10 p.m. Del Rio Country Club, 801 Stewart Road, Modesto. $40; $50 VIP. casaofstanco.org/day-on-the-green.

GRATEFUL BAND SHOW SERIES ▪  Sunday, June 26

Featured artist Alex Kash. 1 p.m. Columbia Nursery, 22004 Parrots Ferry Road, Sonora. $15.

CALAVERAS ARTS COUNCIL CONCERT SERIES ▪  Wednesday, June 29

Bob Eisenmen Jazz Trio. Classic jazz and more. 6:30-8 p.m. Utica Park, corner of Utica Lane and Sam’s Way, Angels Camp. Free.

www.calaverasarts.org.

JIM ANDERSON AND THE REBELS ▪  Wednesday, June 29

Rockabilly concert. 6 p.m. Tuolumne Memorial Park, 18382 Bay Ave., Tuolumne City. Free. www.jimandersonandtherebels.com.

MOBAND ▪  Thursday, June 30

“Pop Goes the 4th” patriotic selections with audience participation. 8-9:45 p.m. Graceada Park, 401 Needham St., Modesto. Free. www.moband.org.

THE STATE THEATRE

FILM: “LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP” ▪  Through Friday, June 17

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

FILM: “VAXXED” ▪  Through Friday, June 17

“Vaxxed” is a controversial look into the causal link between the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine and autism. Special Q&A with former Merck pharmaceutical representative Brandy Vaughn. $8-$10.

FILM: “MILES AHEAD” ▪  Through Thursday, June 23

A biopic of legendary jazz musician Miles Davis, set in the 1970s, during a rough time in the musician’s life. Stars Don Cheadle (as Davis) and Ewan McGregor. $8-$10.

FILM: “A BIGGER SPLASH” ▪  Friday, June 17-Tuesday, June 28

Set on the volcanic island of Pantelleria, in the Mediterranean; rock legends, old flames and memories of the past mix. Stars Tilda Swinton and Ralph Fiennes. $8-$10.

FILM: “EAST OF EDEN” ▪  Sunday, June 19

Modesto Film Society presents the 1955 adaptation of the John Steinbeck classic, starring James Dean and Julie Harris. 2 p.m. $8.

“VAUDEVILLE” ▪  Friday-Sunday, June 24-26

Strut Performing Arts presents a nonstop musical experience that combines the best of comedy and musical theater with contemporary choreography. $20.

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

THEATER

“BETTY’S SUMMER VACATION” ▪  Through Sunday, June 26

Betty is looking forward to her summer at the ocean. But Trudy, whom she knows only slightly, chatters incessantly; and then there are the other housemates. Death, destruction and mayhem – Betty finds it all in her seaside retreat. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays; 2 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays. $17-$25. www.stage3.org.

“STATE FAIR” ▪  Friday, June 17-Sunday, Aug. 7

Sierra Repertory Theatre. Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “State Fair” travels with the Frake family as they leave the routine of the farm for three days of adventure at the annual Iowa State Fair. Oscar-winning score includes “It Might as Well Be Spring,” “It’s a Grand Night for Singing” and the title song. 7 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays; 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Saturdays-Sundays. Fallon House Theatre, 11175 Washington St., Columbia. $18-$35. www.sierrarep.org.

“DOROTHY IN WONDERLAND” ▪  Friday-Saturday, June 24-25

Musical features Dorothy and the characters of Oz swept off to Wonderland to meet Alice and the other Wonderland characters; all must work together to return home. Hutton’s Hamlet Performing Arts Center, 132 W. G St., Oakdale. $8 adults; $4 12 and under. 209-848-1216.

GRAFFITI SUMMER

BACK TO GRAFFITI AT THE FRUIT YARD ▪  Friday-Saturday, June 17-18

Barbecue, classic cars and live music. 8 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. The Fruit Yard, 7948 Yosemite Blvd., Modesto. Free. 209-577-3093.

“GREASE” SINGALONG ▪  Saturday, June 18

Dress as your favorite character from the film and enjoy the screening with contests, giveaways. State Theatre, 1307 J St., Modesto. $5. 209-527-4697.

MODESTO NUTS GRAFFITI NIGHT ▪  Saturday, June 18

1950s-’60s music, root beer floats, contests and fireworks after the game as the Nuts take on the Inland Empire. Game time 7:05 p.m. John Thurman Field, 601 Neece Drive, Modesto. $6-$12.

www.modestonuts.com.

GRAFFITI SUMMER BOP AND GREASERS BALL ▪  Saturday, June 18

Bands, rat rods, live art, vendors. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Tenth Street Plaza. Free. 209-581-1695.

NINTH ANNUAL ROD & CUSTOM CAR SHOW ▪  Sunday, June 26

Classic cars, custom hot rods, music, food for purchase. 9 a.m. Elks Lodge, 645 Charity Way, Modesto. Free. 209-529-0366.

ART

ART SPACE ON MAIN ▪  209-667-3958

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.

BARKIN’ DOG GRILL ▪  209-572-2341

Thursday, July 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 940 11th St., Modesto.

BUILDING IMAGINATION CENTER ▪  209-668-3958

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

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.

CAROLYN HUFF PHOTOGRAPHY ▪  209-918-6627

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.

CENTRAL CALIFORNIA ART ASSOCIATION AND MISTLIN GALLERY ▪  209-529-3369

Through Friday, July 8, “Can to Canvas,” art with spray cans. Thursday, July 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 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

Thursday, July 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. 918 10th St., Modesto. www.thechartreusemuse.com.

CHE’ROOT CIGAR LOUNGE ▪  209-492-9141

Thursday, July 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 915 10th St., Modesto.

DELICATO VINEYARDS ▪  209-824-4500

Through 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.

DOWNTOWN MODESTO ▪  209-529-9303

Thursday, July 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m.

DOWNTOWN TINKERTANK ▪ 209 661-9390

Thursday, July 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 1003 12th St., Modesto.

GUSTINE MUSEUM ▪  209-854-6455

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.

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.

INTRINSIC ELEMENTS ▪  209-409-8510

Thursday, July 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 1214 J St., Modesto.

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.

MERCED MULTICULTURAL ARTS CENTER ▪  209-388-1090

Arts and Spirits paint and wine workshops, 5:30-8:30 p.m. third Fridays. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. 645 W. Main St., Merced. Free.

PEER RECOVERY ART PROJECT ▪  209-581-1695

Thursday, July 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 1222 J St., Modesto. www.peerartrecoveryproject.org.

PRESERVATION COFFEE AND TEA ▪ 

Thursday, July 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 1030 J. St., Modesto.

www.preservationcoffee.com.

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.

STILL SMOKING ▪  209-574-0681

Thursday, July 21, Third Thursday Art Walk, 5-9 p.m. 1313 J St., Modesto. www.stillsmokingstore.tripod.com.

TURLOCK ART GALLERY ▪  209-634-8911

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.

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.

CARNEGIE ARTS CENTER

INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCING ▪  Ongoing

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.

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.

BUILDING COMMUNITY: REGIONAL STORIES THROUGH ARCHITECTURE ▪  Through Sunday, July 31

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.

SUMMER ART CAMPS ▪  Through Friday, Aug. 5

Summer art camps for children ages 7-11. Members receive 10 percent off registration fees.

READY, SET, SHOW! CHILDREN’S ART SHOW ▪  Through Sunday, Aug. 7

Second annual exhibition features artwork created by children ages 5-14, in the Ferrari Gallery.

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

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

JACKSON RANCHERIA ▪  800-822-9466

12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson.

www.jacksoncasino.com.

RED HAWK CASINO ▪  888-573-3495

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

BLACK OAK CASINO ▪  877-747-8777

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.

CHUKCHANSI GOLD ▪  866-794-6946

Saturday, June 25, Crystal Gayle. 711 Lucky Lane, Coarsegold.

DANCE

“TOYMANIA” ▪  Friday-Saturday, June 24-25

Presented by The Dance Factory. Students will be performing as toys – wind-up dolls, trolls, board games and more – while performing tap, jazz, ballet and contemporary. Proceeds benefit Memorial Hospital Foundation’s Cancer Fund. 7 p.m. Modesto Junior College auditorium, 435 College Ave. $15 adults; $9 children. 209-523-1032. www.dancefactorymodesto.com.

FESTIVALS & FAIRS

JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION ▪  Friday-Saturday, June 17-18

Talent show 6 to 8 p.m. Friday. The winner will perform on stage Saturday during the festival, which also includes activities for children, food, bands, DJs, vendors, gospel singers, cultural performances, educational exhibits, a black business expo, and community resource information. Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday. King-Kennedy Memorial Center at Mellis Park, 601 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Modesto. 209-522-6902.

BACON FEST ▪  Saturday-Sunday, June 18-19

Inaugural celebration with celebrity chef Guy Fieri serving as emcee of cook-off competitions. 18 live bands on two stages, bacon-eating contests, demonstrations, dozens of Bacon Alley food vendors, microbrews, car show, crafts and more. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. Dell’Osso Farms, Lathrop. $25 general; $12.50 ages 6-14; free 5 and under.

FATHER’S DAY BBQ AND BLUES FESTIVAL ▪  Sunday, June 19

Music from Lil Wingnut & The Rhythm Disciples, Jeramy Norris & The Dangerous Mood, slide guitarist Leo Bootes, and Tessie Marie & Allie Cat. Food and more. 11 a.m. St. George Hotel, 16104 Main St., Volcano. $10 advance; $15 at the door. 209-296-4458.

TUOLUMNE LUMBER JUBILEE ▪  Thursday-Sunday, June 23-26

Vendors, carnival, parade, games, music, arm wrestling, logging contests and more, ending with a tug-of-war contest on Sunday. 5-10 p.m. Thursday; 3-11 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. Tuolumne Memorial Park, Tuolumne. Free; charge for carnival attractions. 209-352-4698.

HILMAR DAIRY FESTIVAL ▪  Saturday, June 25

Entertainment, art, activities, Little Milkman and Milkmaid contest, exhibits, vendors and fireworks. 5-10 p.m. Hilmar High football field, 7807 N. Lander Ave., Hilmar. Free.

www.hilmarchamber.com.

FILM

“A WALK IN THE PARK” ▪  Friday, June 17

Presented by Backcountry Pictures, in support of national parks 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.

FOOD & FUN

SIERRA RAILROAD DINNER TRAIN ▪  Ongoing

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

www.sierrarailroad.com.

VFW BREAKFAST ▪  Ongoing

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

VFW DINNER ▪  Ongoing

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.

HISTORY CENTER BREAKFAST ▪  Ongoing

Presented by Northern Mariposa County History Center. 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, 12455 W. Ripon Road, Ripon. 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, 12455 W. Ripon Road, Ripon. 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, 1405 E. Linwood Ave., Turlock. $2-$6.50. 209-668-9710.

LIVINGSTON VFW HAMBURGER NIGHTS ▪  Ongoing

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.

MERCED CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKET ▪  Ongoing

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

FOE BREAKFAST ▪  Ongoing

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

STEAK NIGHT ▪  Ongoing

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

KNIGHTS FERRY BREAKFAST ▪  Ongoing

8 a.m.-noon first Sundays. 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. 209-632-0011.

www.sirinc.org.

ODD FELLOWS BREAKFAST ▪  Ongoing

Saturday, June 18, Summer Craft Fair. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 8-11 a.m. second Sundays. Odd Fellows Hall, 30018 Yosemite Blvd., La Grange. $6. 209-853-2128

SENIOR BREAKFAST CLUB ▪  Ongoing

50-plus club. 8:30-9 a.m. Sundays. Perko’s, 3848 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.

MANTECA FARMERS MARKET ▪  Tuesdays through Aug. 9

Live bands, food and more. 4:30-8 p.m. Library Park, 100 Manteca Ave., Manteca. 209-823-6121. joann@manteca.org. www.manteca.org.

CALAVERAS FARMERS MARKET ▪  Through Wednesday, Sept. 14

4-7 p.m. second Wednesdays. UC Master Gardeners Demonstration Garden, 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas. 209-256-6506.

odmo@comcast.net.

ANGELS CAMP FARMERS MARKET ▪  Fridays through Sept. 30

Local farmers, live music and more. 5 p.m.-dusk. Utica Park, Utica Lane and Sam’s Way, Angels Camp. 209-736-1333. angelscampfarmersmarket@gmail.com.

CRAWFISH AND SHRIMP BOIL ▪  Saturday, June 25

Fundraiser for The Center For A Non-Violent Community. Hosted by Bende Farm. Live music, auction and more. Bende Farm, 19029 Brad Lee Drive, Twain Harte. 5-8 p.m. $40. 209-588-9305.

ODDS & ENDS

RAILTOWN 1897 TRAIN RIDES ▪  Ongoing

Sunday, June 19, Special Father’s Day ride on the “Movie Star Locomotive” Sierra No. 3. Daily excursion rides. South Fifth Avenue at Reservoir Road, Jamestown. $15 adults; $10 6-17; free under 6 and members. 209-984-3953.

www.railtown1897.org.

AIRPLANE EXHIBIT ▪  Ongoing

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.

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., Modesto. 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.

TALK OF THE TOWN TOASTMASTERS ▪  Ongoing

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

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 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., Modesto. 209-883-2685.

GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY ▪  Ongoing

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.

MJC SUMMER CAMPS ▪  Through Friday, July 22

Modesto Junior College Community Education is offering 11 summer camps for children. Fees include all materials, supplies, snacks and a camp T-shirt. MJC West Campus, 2201 Blue Gum Ave., Modesto. 209-575-6063. www.mjc4life.org.

WEEKLY HEALTH PROGRAMS ▪  Through Friday, Aug. 26

New Mettle Farms and the Urban Farm Club. Greens on Tenth, 953 10th St., Modesto. Free. 209-572-9636 or 209-572-9639.

YOSEMITE THEATER ▪  Through Saturday, Oct. 29

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.

SUMMER CRAFT FAIR ▪  Saturday, June 18

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

FAMILY KITE DAY ▪  Saturday, June 18

11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Pacheco State Park, 38787 Dinosaur Point Road, Hollister. 209-826-1197. $10 fee per car. www.parks.ca.gov/pacheco.

DAY AT THE FARM ▪  Saturday, June 18

The Society for Disabilities event. Activities include horseback riding, petting zoo, crafts and more. Barbecue lunch. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Jim and Patti Sanchez Ranch, 8700 Woodward Lake Drive, Oakdale. Free. 209-524-3536. www.societyforhandicapped.org.

POET LAUREATE OF CALIFORNIA: DANA GIOIA ▪  Saturday, June 18

The Tuolumne County Arts Alliance will host the poet laureate of California, Dana Gioia. After the lecture will be a reception at Columbia City Hotel. 4-5:30 p.m. Angelo’s Hall, Columbia State Historic Park, 22760 Main St., Columbia. Free. 209-532-2787. www.tuolumnecountyarts.org.

TUOLUMNE-CALAVERAS SIERRA CLUB ▪  Thursday, June 23

The Tuolumne-Calaveras Sierra Club presents its annual Spring Fling. Raffles and more. 7 p.m. Tuolumne Utilities District Boardroom, 18885 Nugget Blvd., Sonora. 209-532-2787.

www.sierratuolumne.org.

DOG WALKER WATCH ▪  Friday, June 24

Education on how to spot suspicious activity and report crime while walking dogs through neighborhoods. Pet-friendly booths, MPD K-9 demo and Robbie’s Famous Frisbee Dogs among other activities. Modesto Dog Park, corner of Enslen and West Morris avenues. Free. 209-572-9636 or 209-572-9639.

DALE COMMONS CRAFT FAIR ▪  Saturday, June 25

Proceeds benefit Creative Crafters Civitan Club. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dale Commons, 3900 Dale Road, Modesto. Free.

civitancrafters@att.net.

DANCE CLUBS

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.

VALLEY SUPER SINGLES ▪  Ongoing

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.

FOREVER YOUNG DANCE CLUB ▪  Ongoing

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.

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.

ROUND ROBINS ▪  Ongoing

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

TURLOCK STEPPIN PARDS ▪  Ongoing

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.

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

MODESTO TANGO ▪  Ongoing

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.

TALENT

MERCED SHAKESPEAREFEST AUDITIONS ▪  Saturday, June 18

Merced Shakes auditions for summer play “Love’s Labour’s Lost. ” 10:30 a.m. Merced Multicultural Arts Center, 645 W. Main St. Performances outdoors in September. 209-723-3265. www.mercedshakespearefest.org.

This story was originally published June 14, 2016 at 2:06 PM with the headline "Calendar: Events across the Modesto region."

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