You’ve heard of Beetlejuice, but how about Beetlelady? Find out about free event in Modesto
They really want to bug you at Modesto Junior College. The Modesto Area Partners in Science joins with Great Valley Museum for a program and bug exhibit. The first Family Fun Festival also comes to the Gallo Center, along with other entertainment options from Sept. 23-29.
Beetlelady
Modesto Area Partners in Science joins with the Great Valley Museum for a free family event on “The Extraordinary Diversity of Beetles.” The program will start with a MAPS talk on Sept. 29 intended for ages junior high and up by the Beetlelady, Stephanie Dole. On Sept. 30, the Great Valley Museum will feature a pop-up bug exhibit in its Science Center lobby, along with activities for families. The Beetlelady will give short talks during the day, and a honey bee expert will give talks on honey bees. There also will be hands-on activities involving bugs.
WHEN: MAPS talk, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 29; bug exhibit 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 30
WHERE: MAPS talk at Modesto Junior College West Campus Sierra Hall 132, 2201 Blue Gum Ave; bug exhibit Great Valley Museum, also at 2201 Blue Gum Ave.
ADMISSION: Free
ONLINE: www.mjc.edu/instruction/sme/maps.php
Family Fun Festival
The city of Modesto and the Gallo Center for the Arts present the first Family Fun Festival. The community event features a host of free activities including music, dancing, chalk art, lawn games, exotic reptiles, face painting, balloon animals and more outside the Gallo Center.
WHEN: 1-4 p.m. Sept. 24
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
ADMISSION: Free
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Aga-Boom
Aga-Boom — Theatre of Physical Comedy & Circus Arts will present its family show inside the Gallo Center following the Family Fun Festival. Aga-Boom promises “interactive, zany mayhem that carries audiences to the other side of the funhouse mirror, with outrageous antics and unrestrained laughter,” according to the Gallo Center website.
WHEN: 4 p.m. Sept. 24
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $15-$45
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Ballet and graffiti
Central West Ballet presents A Night at the Graffiti Museum with art, music and classic cars. There will be live music, a hosted bar, hors d’oeuvres and desserts. The event is a benefit for CWB.
WHEN: 7 p.m. Sept. 23
WHERE: Graffiti Classic Car Museum, 610 N. Ninth St., Modesto
TICKETS: $100
CALL: 209-576-8957
Blues and Bones fest
The annual Blues and Bones Festival returns to Angels Camp with plenty of music and a barbecue. The event features live music by the Blood Brothers Band, the Laurie Morvan Band, The Blues Cartel Featuring Jeramy Norris and the Evan Thomas Band.
WHEN: 11 a.m. Sept. 23
WHERE: Calaveras County Fairgrounds, 101 Frogtown Road, Angels Camp
TICKETS: $39.99-$59.99
ONLINE: bluesandbones.com
Autumn Art Festival Gala
Mistlin Gallery in Modesto presents its Autumn Art Festival Gala Fundraiser. The evening promises art, entertainment by Roger Coss, dining and wines. In addition, the Autumn Arts Festival members exhibit will be on view, showcasing local artists.
WHEN: 6-9 p.m. Sept. 23
WHERE: Mistlin Gallery, 1015 J St., Modesto
TICKETS: $35
