Events in Turlock today

McHenry Bowl hosts a one-day California State Masters tournament open to current California USBC members who carry a 180 or higher average and hold current USBC membership. Participation is contingent on a minimum of 75 entries. Entry is $125, and membership cards will not be sold at the venue. Qualifying features six single games with pair changes after each game, and scratch totals determine the top 12 advancing to the finals. Finals begin immediately after qualifying, with the top 12 bowling scratch in a single-elimination bracket using two-game matches until a champion is crowned. First place includes a guaranteed $3,000 payout, and the top 12 places receive prize or scholarship awards. Seniors who finish outside the cash are paid at a 1:5 ratio. Youth bowlers with 180 or higher averages who bowl in a California USBC league may participate if a USBC scholarship waiver is submitted before competition. All competitors must check in wearing appropriate attire. Bowling jerseys with the bowler’s name on the back are required, and slacks, shorts, or skorts are acceptable. The tournament chair will make final decisions on dress code concerns. Valid identification is required at check-in for participation and for brackets. The champion also receives a free jersey. For questions, contact Andre at 323-252-7904 or aweubanks@yahoo.com.

Moonlight & Margaritas is an open-air celebration featuring Mexican cuisine, margaritas, wine and beer, a DJ playing music, a photo booth, prize drawings, and a live auction under the night sky. Beyond the festivities, attendance helps The Salvation Army Turlock Corps sustain a safe, welcoming place where youth and older adults connect, build relationships, and find support through meals, activities, fellowship, and community programs. Share an evening with friends while helping create opportunities that address loneliness, isolation, gang involvement, substance abuse, and other challenges facing the community. It is a chance to make a lasting difference while enjoying a special night.

Good Company pays tribute to Paul “The Voice” Rodgers, highlighting music from his years with Bad Company, Free, The Firm, and Queen. The show lasts roughly 90 to 120 minutes and spans his catalog from the early 1970s to the present, with favorites like Bad Company, Can’t Get Enough, Alright Now, Feel Like Makin Love, and Shooting Star. Since 2018, the band has brought this production to audiences throughout Southern California and beyond. Performers appear in character in vintage-inspired attire, deliver meticulous recreations of the studio versions, and tie everything together with live-style endings and smooth transitions.

At John Thurman Field in Modesto, RedPocket Mobiles at Modesto Roadsters presents an easygoing showcase of classic automobiles in a spacious ballpark setting. Guests can examine many different builds up close, chat with the owners, and capture photos while enjoying a laid back atmosphere shaped by local community spirit.

CAL STATE QUEENS rolls into Yosemite Lanes for a one day scratch tournament open to CA USBC female members with current-season eligibility. Membership cards are not sold at the venue, so participants should have their details in order beforehand. The champion earns a guaranteed $1,500 first place prize with at least 60 entries, and a free jersey is awarded to the winner as well. Qualifying features six games of singles scratch with a move after each game, and the top five advance to a stepladder final held right after qualifying until a champion is crowned. Youth bowlers averaging 170 or higher in a California USBC league may compete if they submit the required USBC scholarship waiver. The top five places are guaranteed to be paid, additional spots are awarded at a 1-to-8 ratio, and seniors who finish out of the cash receive prize money at a 1-to-5 ratio. Entry fees listed are $100 and $125. A bowling jersey with the bowler’s name on the back is required, and slacks, shorts, or skorts are acceptable. All participants must present valid identification at check in and for any bracket payouts.

Set on the Stoddard Avenue side of Graceada Park, the RockIt Stage is part of the Modstock Music Festival and offers a no-cost, all-ages, family-friendly experience. More than five stages will be spread throughout the park, highlighting performers from the local area and the wider region, creating plenty of chances to discover new bands or support hometown talent with friends and family. Plan for a full day outdoors. Bring a lawn chair and sunscreen, then explore multiple stages while enjoying vendors, food, community organizations, classic cars, and continuous live music around Graceada Park. The RockIt Stage continues to feature returning favorites alongside emerging artists from the Central Valley and beyond.

This monthly coffee meetup at The Queen Bean Coffee House takes place on the second Sunday. Participants bring books, devices, or notepads for lively conversation, trading witty remarks, exploring big questions, and savoring delicious coffee.

The Mighty Meeples and friends gather at Morgan Territory Brewing for tabletop gaming. The event features a selection of highlighted board games and access to a small library to borrow from, and attendees are encouraged to bring a game they feel comfortable teaching. The brewery offers microbrews on tap, and a gourmet food truck will be in the parking lot, creating a convenient spot to play, learn new games, and connect with other players.

ZZ Top and Cheap Trick appear together in concert at The Fruit Yard Amphitheater in Modesto, California. Both bands share the stage in a single show.

ZZ Top takes the stage at The Fruit Yard with special guest Cheap Trick for a live concert. The show will proceed regardless of weather. Smoking is only permitted in the designated area, and every attendee, including infants and children, must have a ticket. Do not bring outside food or drinks, coolers, pets, professional cameras, audio or video recording devices, weapons, umbrellas, or canopies. In the general admission area, blankets and low-profile beach chairs are welcome, as long as the seat sits no more than 9 inches off the ground and the back is no higher than 32 inches. High-back chairs are not allowed. Ticketing includes a general public onsale, several artist, venue, and radio presales, VIP package options for both bands, and a Ticketmaster promotional offer.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will mark the grand opening of Southwest Hall, the newest addition to Pacific's Stockton campus. The event brings together students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends to recognize an important milestone and commemorate a new chapter for the university.

CalPride Stanislaus and La Familia host a recurring workshop series centered on the lived experiences of neurodivergent LGBTQ+ adults. The series offers a supportive setting for candid conversation, learning, and community connection. Discussions explore masking, identity, relationships, mental health, self-advocacy, navigating systems, and life at the intersection of queerness and neurodivergence in adulthood. This program is free and open to community members ages 18 and older. It welcomes those who are newly exploring neurodivergence, people with lived experience, supporters, and anyone seeking to learn more, creating opportunities to connect, share, and build community with others who relate.

Pack a lawn chair and relax while Whiskey Kiss plays a set of favorite songs. Settle in and enjoy familiar tunes from the band.

We Thrive welcomes ages 16 and up to a community art space at CalPride Stanislaus that centers creativity and connection. Sessions vary, with some guided by local artists and others set up as open studio time so participants can create at their own pace. Attendees may bring their own supplies for personal projects or use the available donated materials to explore new ideas. The atmosphere is relaxed and inclusive, supporting every experience level. The group gathers each Wednesday, offering a chance to unwind, spend time with others, and try something different in a space shaped by the community.

Create a painting on a 16 by 20 inch canvas using acrylics at a paint party at Brethren Brewing in Manteca. Participants of any age are welcome. All supplies are provided, including an easel, canvas, brushes, a palette and acrylic paints, along with aprons. Acrylic paint does not wash out of clothing. Plan to pick up a beverage before the session begins. If you have a credit or discount, contact KAT by text at (209) 923-3167 or by email at katspaintandwineparties@gmail.com. If you are unable to attend after paying, or if a private event is rescheduled and you can no longer participate, you may send a friend in your place or request credit for another paint event, with additional public sessions offered frequently.

A combined yard and estate sale is happening on weekends leading up to the move, offering a wide mix of goods. Find clothing, appliances, electronics, kitchenware, dolls, shoes, baby items, and furniture, plus other assorted pieces. Prices are flexible, and deals are welcome.