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Bluegrass legends to play Saturday at Stage 3 • What: Bluegrass concert.

• When: Saturday, 7:30 p.m.

•Where:Stage 3TheatreCompany, 208 S. Green St., Sonora.

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Eddie and MarthaAdcock have both been dubbed "Pioneers of Bluegrass" by the International Bluegrass Music Museum.

Two bluegrass icons are playing at Stage 3 Theatre Company this weekend.

Eddie Adcock, creator of the unique"Adcock style" of playing banjo and guitar, has been a major force in the genre since the 1950s.

Martha Adcock is an adept, versatile rhythm guitarist, yet it's her singing that garners the most praise. The International Bluegrass Music Museum has designated her a Pioneer of Bluegrass.

Eddie honed his talents with the likes of Mac Wiseman (at 17) and Bill Monroe (at 19). Then for 12 years he was the spark plug mem-

Red Dog Ash ber of the ground-breaking and award-winning "classic" Country Gentlemen. He is a multi-award winning artist designated as a Pioneer and Creator ofbluegrass music by the International Bluegrass Music Museum. A former semi-profess ional boxer,stock car racer and sheet metal worker, Eddie Adcock is pure Americana.

He moved to California in 1970, where he formed a country-rock band called The Clinton Special.

He met Martha Hearon in 1973 and they married three years later.

Eddie and Martha will be joined by regional favorites,theawardwinning Red Dog Ash. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with music starting at 7:30 p.m.

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Co umbiapark ceebrates birthday • What: Columbia birthday party.

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• Where: Columbia State Historic Park • Admission: Free.

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Columbia State Historic Park will host a "gold discovery birthday celebration" on Friday.

The town of Columbia will celebratethe 165th anniversary of gold discovery with a speech in front of the state park museum along withcake and punch for visitors.

There will also be additional buildings opened by costumed volunteers.

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Michele Turpin (above) offers free lessons. Also featured, a three-foot-tall exploding volcano (below) will be at the show

Gem, jewelry show set The 39th annual Calaveras Gem and Mineral Society's Show and Sale will be held this weekend at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds in Angels Camp.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m .

Sunday. Adults are $4, and children 12 and under are Iree.

There will be free lessons, prizes and gold panning, along with kids activities, dealers and much more.

Visit www.calaverasgemandmineral.org for more informa-

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The festivities begin at noon in front of the museum.

Visitors can talk with volunteersand learn about the people who discovered gold and the town that remains.

Gold wassaid to be discovered in Columbia on March 27, 1850, by atraveling party ofmen by the name of Hildreth.

Supposedly within a month of discovery, more than 4,000 people flocked to the area to search for gold.

Two years later, the town boasted more than 150 businesses from laundries to general stores to saloons.

The town is now a California state park with several concessionaires running shops and storesforthe publicto experience a real life gold mining town.

The event and parking are free. The park is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

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Columbia State Historic Park will celebrate the 165th anniversary of the discovery of gold Friday with a speech along with cake and punch for park visitors.

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Mother Lode bikers finish 'Outlaws h. Patriots'

By GUY McCARTHY The Union Democrat

A feature-length movie about a domestic terrorplotto poison the public water supply — conceived and created by local bikers — will soon be available on DVD, said writer-director-producer Frank Verbeck of Sonora.

"Outlaws & Patriots" is 90 minutes oftestosterone-driven creative

fiction made from scratch by longtime Harley-Davidson enthusiasts from across the Mother Lode.

Cast, crew, family and wellwishers attended a raucous, packed private screening March 14 in Angels Camp.

The movie is about a group of bikers who are quietly recruited by the Department of Homeland Security to stop a plot to poison the local water supply. The dupe is an employee of a local utility and the bad guys are terrorists.

Verbeck, 68, an Army veteran of the Vietnam War who has lived in Sonora since the early 1960s, started writing the movie about four years ago.

Verbeck said he is indebted to everyone who worked on the project with him.

A supporting cast ofhundreds, including members of Old Bastards MC, Bikers for Christ and the Diablo Crew, appear on their motorcycles in a closing scene from

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At least three off-duty law enforcement officers play roles in the movie, and other off-duty personnel with the Calaveras County Bomb Squadprovided support for special effects that included an exploding vehicle.

Key members of the cast and crew include co-producer and actor Pat McIntire, and actors Dave

Local bikers wrote, acted, directed, produced and promoted their project over the course of several years.

Hundreds from area clubs rode as extras in one scene.

At least three local law enforcement officers play a role in the movie, and others provided support for special effects that included an exploding vehicle.

Donahoo, Bob Sanger, Frankie Verbeck Jr., Jeremy Cry, Jesse M. Longeway and Dave Jones; co-producer Cheryl McIntire; cinematographer, editor and actor Sean McIntire; and Paul Nordin, who served as editor,coloristand B-unit cinematographer.

The movie's score includes original music performed by Charlie Brechtel.

Five people who appear in the movie or helped out on crew, including Bryan Beeny Beenblossom and his wife Lynne Ann Marie Beenblossom, have since died, Verbeck said.

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Writer-director-producer Frank Verbeck at the movie's screening.

Beeny Beenblossom, 69, died March 11 at his home in Sonora after a long illness.

Verbeck said last week he is still working out distribution of the movie on DVD and he hopes to

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A new trailer for the movie is on YouTube. For more information visit outlawsandpatriotsmovie.com or call Verbeck at 770-6622.

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Old roads and groves can connect like a puzzle

By CAROLYN BOTELL For The Union Democrat

The first roads built into Yosemite Valley were toll roadsthe Old Big Oak Flat Road and the Old Coulterville Road.

They were completed and opened onlyabout a month apart back in 1874.

Now, with a little off-trail adventure, you can even tie the

two groves together.

Tuolumne Grove Did you know that there was a time when you could drive throughthe Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias in Yosemite National Park?

It was on the Old Big Oak Flat Road, the second road completed for travel into Yosemite Valley.

The road wound through the trees between Hodgdon Meadow and theTuolumne Grove.

It is closed to vehicles now, but you can walk it. The entire trail between the meadow and the grove is about five miles, one way.

The trail crosses a couple of small creeks near the Hodgdon Meadow end, and it is a steep grade. This hike will get the thighs burning on the way up, and the knees aching on the way dowil.

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The old Superintendent's Cabin along the Merced Grove trail. with pine needles, and there are severaldowned trees to climb over or squeeze under along the way. The Rim Fire burned close to and across the trail in many places, but there are stillsome very impressive sugar pines, cedarsand firtreesto admire.

It is a quiet and very pleasant walk. You can feel the history and almost sense the presence of past visitors around you as you go along the path.

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ways, or do a car drop and just traverse the route one way, be sure to take time to do the loop trail through Tuolumne Grove itself.

The interpretive panels have been redone in recent years, and

it is a very nice stroll.

Picture the horse-drawn wagons going through the tunnel tree, now known as the Dead Giant, back in the late 1800s.

There are a couple of wonderful giant sequoias below the main grove that don't get many visitors, near the mileage marker for the trail to and from Hodgdon Meadow. Be sure to say "hello" to them: they're my favorites.

Merced Grove If you've hiked the Merced Grove of Giant Sequoias trail, you know the spot where you veer left and downhill at the green gate to reach the grove.

But did you know that if you keep going past the grove you can loop back to the point of that green gate and the parking area via a Forest Service road?

It's not the most exciting of paths — a dusty dirt road with few treesto offer shade as you walk. But if you prefer a loop trail to an out and back route, and you want to get some views thatare offthe beaten track, give it a try.

After you pass the little cabin you will cross a stream then climb up a rough trail to the road. Go right on the road to loop back to the car lot. This loop hike is between three and four miles.

But don't rush through the grove itself. It may be the smallest of the three groves of giant sequoias in Yosemite, but it has quite a few trees on or near the trail — and even more just far

enough off the trail to stand back and admire their height.

Be sure to walk around the historic Superintendent's Cabin, and picture yourself sitting on the front porch as the stillness of evening draws down.

If you sit quietly for a few minutes, the birds will begin to sing, the wind rustles in the trees, and during spring there may even be some water in the

nearby creek too.

And, if you are ofa m ind to tackle a much longer, hotter and for the most part dustier hike, go left at the junction with the road.

If you do a car drop somewhere in the area of Foresta for this longer hike, it will be between six and eight miles, one way.

If you go this route, the terrain changes from shady tree groves to a more open chaparral and rocky landscape. It is a very interesting area: You are following the Old Coulterville Road in places — the first road built and opened to Yosemite Valley.

The road takes you through some very sensitive ecosystems,

so stay on the trail, pack it in and pack it out, respect the history, and be very fire aware.

As you walk, there are some striking views towards the Merced canyon to the southwest. And when you reach the area called Buena Vista, known to some as "the saddle," there are dazzling views of Yosemite Valleyand high country beyond, before you begin to drop down in elevation again.

One short portion of the trail actuallydates back to the original 1874 wagon train portion of the Old Coulterville Road, as you approach Little Nellie Falls.

This is a wonderful, shady spot where locals come to picnic with their poetry books, artist canvasses, and birding binoculars.

So tread lightly, and quietly, and never leave rubbish behind.

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The Tuolumne City Museum will host a wildflower walk Saturday on the West Side Trail.

The walk will be led by Shelly Davis-King, a Tuolumne anthropologist and specialist in the historical uses of native plants.

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Hikers should wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat,

sunscreen and bring drinking water and a sack lunch or snacks. The dirt trail is level and provides easy walking, but there are few shaded rest areas and no restrooms. There is a drinking fountain at the trailhead but no other water source on the trail.

Following the walk, hikers are invited to visit the museum to view a photo display of wildflowers and views taken from the trail.

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Rockefeller coaaectioa If you're a jigsaw puzzle, maploving person like me, the next thing you'll want to do is connect the grovesl To do that, check out a walking path from the Rockefeller

Grove trailhead, which is across the highway from the Merced Grove parking area, up to the Crane Flat Lookout Tower, and then down to the Tuolumne Grove parking lot.

Rockefeller Grove is all about the sugar pines — the biggest cone in the forest.

While there is fire damage up to and in the grove, there are still some very impressive trees there to see, including lots of cedar, fir, spruce and pine.

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Concert to 'align' with spring • What:Alex Kash with Grateful.

• When:Sunday, 1 p.m.

• Where:The Garden Cafe, Columbia Nursery, 22004 Parrotts Ferry Rd. • Tickets: $15.

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Singer-songwriter Alex Kash will perform Sunday with the band Grateful in the "Aligning With Spring" Concert at The GardenCafe at Columbia Nursery.

Kash said his music "bridges the territory from personal and hometown to a worldwide and

Alex Kash timelessscene."

An eco-friendly independent

recording artist, Kash has Native American and Russian roots. He grew up in the deep culture of the San Francisco music scene, where he went from living in one its most dangerous neighborhoods to eventually performing at the Cow Palace, he said.

His musical education began at age4 when hisgrandfather, who was a bandleader, passed away, and Kash's mother inherited a truck load of instruments shipped from Reno.

At age 13, Kash started his professional music career working in bands within the San Francisco scene, and eventu-

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Kash's first recording was a single, "Lazy" backed by "A Stone Shame," which received airplay on a San Francisco radio station. Sometime later, his extended-play vinyl record recording, "She's Not There" became a dance hall hit, he said.

His songwriting has also been recorded by major artists such as Journey and Pat Travers, he said.

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In Sunday's concert, Kash will select songs that celebrate spring. Some of the songs were actually written in the Mother Lode.

Kash will also feature some of his danceable songs, and their relationship to nature.

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Certain songs have never before been recorded or performed in the instrumentation that will be presented in the show.

Having lived in the Mother Lode since the late 1990s, Kash recently returned to the area after extensive tours on the East

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The 68th annual La Grange Rodeo, featuring bull riding and calf roping, will be held Sunday.

La Grangebosts rodeo The La Grange Rodeo returns Sunday for a full day of slack roping and riding events starting 8 a.m.

TheRodeoQueen will be crowned at noon, followed by the Grand Entry at 1 p.m.

The event is held at the La GrangeRodcoArena — overlooking the Tuolumne River canyon, east of town on Highway 132.

Spectators will see bull riding, bareback and saddle bronc riding, team ropingand calfroping,steer wrestling, barrel racing, and, of course, rodeo clowns.

There's also a goatscramble for kids 8 and under. If they catch the goat, they can keep it!

The earl iestarearodeoof the season — the La Grange Rodeo —isalsooneoftheoldest.

In 1948, local ranchers organized the first one as part of the Centennial celebration for the historic Gold Rush town of La Grange.

Tickets are$15 atthegate,$10 for children ages 6 to 12, while those 5 and under are free.

For more information, call Jean Castagne at 765-7535 or Les Weidman at 541-7966, or visit LaGrangeRodeoAssociation.com.

Downtown La Grange is always lively on rodeo weekend.

The La Grange Museum is open Sunday afternoon as well.

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Murphys Creek Theatre presents 'Accomplice' • What: Accomplice.

• When: Friday through April 26.

• Where: Black Bart Playhouse, 580 S. Algiers St., Murphys.

• Admission: $20 adults, $18 for students and seniors.

• Information: 728-8422, www. murphyscreektheatre.org

Can you keep a secret?

Murphys Creek Theatre is hoping you can keep the secrets of "Accomplice" under your hat. And you11 need a very, very big hat.

The comedy-thriller opens MCT's new season on Friday.

Prepare to be deceived, dazzled, delighted — and then be sworn to silence.

Seeing this play is like watching amagician atwork:You know what just happened is impossible, yet you have just seen it with your

own eyes. Like any good magician, and agaln.

Murphys Creek can't reveal the Director Maryann Curmi calls exact details of the trickery and the play"an exquisite concoction of will ask its audiences to do the comedy, thriller, murder mystery same.

and sex farce."

In fact, much of the success of the play is due to the fact that many audience members returnthis time bringing friends, just to see the stunned look on their faces.

Critics have called the play, 'The standard by which the genre should be set."

Three-timeTony Award winner playwright Rupert Holmes ("The Mystery of Edwin Drood,""The NuttyProfessor")received the coveted Edgar Award for Best Mystery for "Accomplice."

He contrived this four-person thriller with just the right amount of plot twists so just when you think you've got it, the rug is pulled out from beneath you again

She has gathered a cast that is certainly up for the mayhem thatll hit the Black Bart Playhouse in Murphys starting Friday.

The cast includes Don Bilotti, who was last seen in MCT's "I Hate Hamlet." Other credits include featured roles in"Sherlock Holmes,"'The Taming of The Shrew," and"The Sunshine Boys."

"Withover 35yearsofstage experience under his belt, Don

amazes me time and time again," Curmi said. The best acting guns I've ever seen fired onstage. He is an absolute genius."

Joe Conn joins MCT for the first time, but he is no newcomer to the stage.

"Joe's portrayal of Lee recently in Sam Shepard's 'True West' (Center Stage Conservatory in Modesto) was spellbinding," Curmi sald.

Michelle Low is hot off the heels of her appearance as Trish in Alan Ball's "Five Women Wearing the Same Dress," which wrapped last weekend at Stage 3 Theatre Company in Sonora.

Low was also seen last season at

MCT in "I Hate Hamlet."

Besides directing MCT's first show of the season, Curmi is also stepping onto the stage as she reprises the role she played in "Accomplice" about 10 years ago.

"This is the first time I've recreateda role and discovering new things along the way is making it worth every minute," she said. "I had ablastthefirsttim earound

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Director Maryann Curmi also stars in the play with Don Biiotti. with 'Accomplice' and I think my favoritething to hear(besidesthe audible gasps from the audience) was them telling me they're planning on seeing it a second time and bringing friends, because they wanted to see the looks on their friends' faces when the secrets started spilling on to the stage!"

'Tll admit, acting and directing 'Accomplice' can be a bit tricky, but I've always said... if it's not a chal-

lenge then it's not worth it. And when you've got talent like this on stage, plus a great stage manager like Cortney Gillaspie and Nathen Neill as a technical director who thinks outside the box, it's much easier than it sounds."

"Accomplice" plays Friday and Saturday nights at 7 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m.

Book tickets online or by calling 728-8422.

Grovel andHotelannouncesnew shows The four-person thriller "Accomplice" opens Friday at Black Bart Playhouse in Murphys.

The Groveland Hotel has announced its Yosemite Courtyard Cabaret summer shows: M ay 30 — Travelin'Band:Tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival.

June 27 — Fleetwood Mask.

July25 — Sounds oftheBeatles, "Britain's Finest."

Aug. 15 — Music of the Eagles.

Sept. 12 — Rob Ely as Elvis.

All shows are $23. Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. (not included in the price of the ticket) and shows start at 8 p.m. Contact 962-4000 or www.

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STAGE • Murphys Creek Theatre will present "Accomplice," by Rupert Holmes, Friday through April 26 at the Black Bart Playhouse, 580 S. Algiers St. in Murphys.

For reservations, call728-8422 or visit www.murphyscreektheatre.org.

• Sierra Repertory Theatre Jr. presents "DINO-RAWR" at noon Saturday in the rehearsal annex at the East Sonora theatre, 13891 Mono Way. This 45-minute,

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• Sierra Repertory Theatre will present "Mary Poppins" at the East Sonora theater, through May 3. Call 532-3120 or visit www.sierrarep.org for ticket information.

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There will be an art contest and silent auction to benefit the Kids' Klub and Young at Art, which provides free classes for children under 17 and adults older than 70. For more information, call 7852050 or visit www.townhallarts.com.

• A Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans event will be held from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Friday at the Hotel at Black Oak Casino Resort in Tuolumne. Doors open at 6 p.m.

A comedian,Steven B, willperform, and a Veterans Art Show will be held in the foyer of the hotel conference room from noon to 10 p.m. Friday as well as Saturday until 1 p.m. Tickets are $10, including hors d'oeuvres, and can be obtained through members of Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 391, or by calling Frank Smart at 536-0439.

• ArtSpirit, the 18th annual high school juried exhibition, will be on display at Calaveras Arts Council's Gallery through April 19 at 22 N. Main St. in San Andreas.

Student artists are from Calaveras, Bret Harte and Mountain Oaks high schools.

For moreinformation, call754-1774 or visitwww.calaverasarts.org.

• The 27th annual Celebration of Arts in the Schools, a student art show, will be held at the Tuolumne County Arts Alliance, 251 Barretta St. in Sonora.

More than 150 works from participating schools were submitted to be judged and displayed through April 10. For more informaton, call 532-2787 or visit www. tuolumnecountyarts.org.

• The award-winning watercolors and pen drawings of Sonora artist Barb Young will be featured the month of March at Hovey Winery's tasting room in Murphys. The oil paintings of Diana Eppler will be featured in April. For more information, call 728-9999.

• "Art in the Library," a rotating display at the Tuolumne County Library on Greenley Road in Sonora, will feature oil paintingsoflandscapes and seascapes by Michael Severin for the month of March.

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by Deborah Marlene inthe Window Gallery in the Meadowmont Shopping Center in Arnold during March. She is a watercolorartistwho paints localscenery as well as flowers. For the month of April, the featured artist will be Sandra Maurer, who paints local scenery, florals and animals in watercolor.

• "River Reflections," an exhibit featuring more than 40 artiststic interpretations of the Mokelumne River, will be featured in Calaveras County until Sunday.

The Historic Hotel Leger in Mokelumne Hill is hosting the exhibit. For more information, visit www.amadorarts.org or call 267-9038.

NIISIC • The Jank Tones will play rock, alternative and dance music at 8 p.m. tonight at Black Oak Casino's Willow Creek Lounge as part of the "Notes for

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Whal's haygening inthe Mother lode, March26-Agril1 Notes" benefit series. Optional donations will benefit Sonora High School's music program.

• A Harp Concert and Workshop with Lisa Lynne will be held from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Friday in Sonora. A Celtic harp concert will be followed by a beginners workshop in which harps are provided.

The concert is $15, while the workshop is $30 and both are $40. For more information, call Diane Swanson at 559-4459 or email walela.yoga®gmail.com.

• Bluegrass starsEddie and Martha Adcock, joined by regional favorites Red Dog Ash, will perform 7:30 p.m.

Saturday atStage 3 Theatre Company in Sonora. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $15.For more info,call536-1778 or visit www.stage3.org.

• Singer-songwriter Alex Kash will perform with Grateful in the "Aligning With Spring" Concert at The Garden Cafe at Columbia Nursery starting at 1 p.m. Sunday. The cafe/nursery is located at 22004 Parrotts Ferry Road in Columbia. Tickets are $15.

feature a photo display of wildflowers and views taken from the trail through April.

• The 39th annualCalaveras Gem and Mineral Society's Show and Sale will be held Saturday and Sunday at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds in Angels Camp. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Visit www.calaverasgemandmineral.org for more information.

• TheWalk of Remembrance domestic violence walk and barbecue will be held Saturday at the Sonora High School football field. Survivors will share their experiences at the event, which will include booths, a raffle, and a $5 barbecue lunch.

There will be face painting, balloon animals and a bounce house for kids. The walk will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Registration willcost $20 the day ofthe walk. The event is the senior project of Sonora High student Corintha Jones. For more information, email awalkofremembrance@gmail.com.

• The Foothill Pregnancy Center will hold its annual Gala Banquet Saturday at Mother Lode Fairgrounds in Sonora.

• The Tuolumne Group of the Sierra For moreinformation,call532-9262 or Club will present a program at 7 p.m. to- visit www.fpcsonora.com. night featuring Katherine Joye, who will • Sonora Rotary is hosting the annual discuss hikes included in her book, "Day Chinese Dinner and Auction from Hikes Along the Highway 108 Corfrom 6 to9 p.m. Saturday at the Sonora ridor." Her book, which will be available Opera Hall. Cost is $35 per person. Doors for sale, describes the difficulty levels, open 5:30 p.m. All proceeds will go to distance,elevations,directions and other WATCH Resources and Community Projuseful information for hikers. All memects. For tickets or more information, call bers of the community are welcome to Patt Koral at 928-1616. The major sponjoin the group at the Tuolumne Utilities sor of this event is Black Oak Casino.

District board room, 18885 Nugget Road, • The 68th annualLa Grange Rooff Tuolumne Road. Refreshments will be deo will be held Sunday. Bull riding, served. bareback and saddle bronc riding, team • The annual Columbia Birthday roping and calf roping, steer wrestling Celebration, celebrating the discovery and barrel racing will all be featured. of gold in Columbia, will take place on The event begins at 8 a.m., with a queen Friday in Columbia State Historic Park. crowning atnoon, and grand entry at 1 Festivites begin at noon in front of the p.m. The La Grange Rodeo Arena overmuseum. For more information, call 588- looks the Tuolumne River canyon, just 9128 or visit www.parks.ca.gov/columbia. east of town. Tickets for the rodeo are • The Sonora Lions Club will hold the $15 atthe gate, $10 forchildren ages 6 to Harvey "Dusty" Rhodes Annual 12, with children 5 and under free. Visit Cioppino Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. LaGrangeRodeoAssociation.com for more Friday at the Sonora Elks Lodge. Tickets information. are $35, and benefit "sight and scholar• Sonora Ballroom Dancing will meet ship programs." For more information, from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday at the Aronos call 586-6045, 406-5015, 532-7601 or Research Women's Club at 37 E. Elkin 586-2473.

St. in Sonora. Admission is $10. Dona• The Tuolumne City Museum will host tions help support the Amador-Tuolumne a Wildflower Walk from 10 a.m. until Community Action Agency and Foothill about 2 p.m. Saturday at the West Side Pregnancy Center. For more information, Trail in Tuolumne. The museum will also call 532-6901.

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• Chatom Vineyards • Tuolumne County Arts — 1969 Highway 4, Alliance — 251 S. BarDouglas Flat, 736retta St., Sonora, 5326500, www.chatom2787, www.tuolumne• California Cavern, vineyards.com. countyarts.org.

9565 Cave City Road, • Chiarella Wines — 431 • Calaveras County nine miles east of San Main St., Murphys, Arts Council — 22 N. Andreas, 736-2708, 728-8318, www.chiMain St., San Andreas, 866-762-2837, www. arellawines.com.

754-1774, www.calavcaliforniacavern.com.

• Coppermine Tasting erasarts.org.

• Mercer Cavern, 1665 Room — 3210 Main Sheep Ranch Road, St., Vallecito, 736-2305, Murphys, 728-2101, www.copperminewinwww.mercercaverns. ery.com.

• Black Oak Casino, com.

• Domaine Becquet Winery — 415 Main St., 19400Tuolumne Road • Moaning Cavern, North, 928-9300, www.

Parrotts Ferry Road, Murphys, 728-8487, blackoakcasino.com.

Vallecito, 736-2708, www.becquetwinery.

• Chicken Ranch Casino, 866-762-2837, www. com.

• Frog's Tooth Vineyards 16929 Chicken Ranch moaningcavern.com.

— 380 Main St., Suite Road, Jamestown, 984-3000, www.chick5, Murphys, 728-2700, enranchcasino.com. www.frogstooth.com.

• Jackson Rancheria Ca- CALAVERAS COUNTY • Hatcher Winery — 425 sino, 12222 New York • Allegorie Wine Tasting Main St., Murphys, Ranch Road,Jackson, and Art Gallery — 432 605-7111, www.hatch800-822-9466, www.

Main St., Murphys, erwinery.com.

728-9922, www.al• Hovey Winery — 350 jacksoncasino.com. legorieart.com.

Main St., Murphys, 728-9999, www.hovey• Black Sheep Winery — 221 Main St., wine.com.

• Sierra Repertory Murphys, 728-2157, • Indian Rock Vineyards — 1154 Pennsylvania Theatre, 13891 Mono www.blacksheepwinWay, East Sonora, and ery.com.

Gulch Road, Murphys, Fallon House Theater, • Bodega del SurWinery 728-8514, www.indian— 457-C Algiers St., 11175 Washington St., rockvineyards.com.

• Irish Vineyards — 2849 Columbia State HisMurphys, 728-9030, toric Park, 532-3120, www.bodegadelsur.

Highway 4, Vallecito, www.sierrarep.org. com.

736-1299, www.irish• Stage 3Theatre Com- • Brice Station Vintners vineyard.com.

— 3353 E. Highway 4, • Ironstone Vineyards pany, 208 S. Green St., Sonora, 536-1778, Murphys, 728-9893, — 1894 Six Mile Road, www.stage3.org. www.bricestation.

Murphys, 728-1251, • Murphys Creek com. www.ironstonevineTheatre, Black Bart • Broll Mountain Vineyards.com.

Playhouse, 580 S. yards — 106 Main St., • Laraine WineryAlgiers St., Murphys, Murphys, 728-9750, 3675 Six Mile Road, www.brollmountainVallecito, 736-4766,

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Lavender Ridge Vineyard — 425-A Main St., Murphys, 7282441, www.lavenderridgevineyard.com.

Metate Hill Vineyards — 448-C Main St., Murphys, 728-8983, www.vinometate.com.

Milliaire Winery — 276 Main St., Murphys, 728-1658, www.milliairewinery.com.

Newsome-Harlow Wines — 403 Main St., Murphys, 728-9817, www.nhvino.com.

Renner Winery — 498 Main St., Murphys, 728-2314, www.rennerwinery.com.

Stevenot Winery458 Main St., Murphys, 728-0148, www. stevenotwinery.com.

Tanner Vineyards — 435 Main St., Murphys, 728-8229, www. tannervineyards.com.

Twisted Oak Winery363 Main St., Murphys (tasting room), and 4280 Red Hill Road, Vallecito (winery and tasting room), 7369080, www.twistedoak.com.

Val du Vino Winery — 634 French Gulch Road, Murphys, 7289911, www.valduvino. com.

Vina Moda Winery — 147 Main St., Murphys, 728-1917, www. vinamoda.com.

Wild Heart Winery-

263-B Main St., Murphys, 207-3384, www. wildheartwinery.com.

• Zucca Mountain Vineyards — 431-E Main St., Murphys, 736-2949, www.zuccawines.com.

TUOLUMNE COUNTY • Gianelli Vineyards — 18263 Main St., Jamestown, 984-1500 (tasting room), and 12581 Algerine Road, Jamestown, 532-0414 (winery), www.gianellivineyards.com.

• Indigeny Reserve14679 Summers Lane, Sonora, 533-9463, www.indigenyreserve. com.

• Inner Sanctum Cellars — 18204 Main St., Jamestown, 800-7505919, www.innersanctumcellars.com.

• La Bella Rosa Vineyards — 17990 Old Wards Ferry Road, Sonora, 533-8668, www. labellarosavineyards. com.

• Angels Camp Museum, 753 S. Main St., Angels Camp, 736-2963.

• Calaveras County Historical Society and Museum, 30 N. Main St., San Andreas, 7541058.

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Ironstone Heritage Museum, 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys, 728-1251.

Mokelumne Hill History Society and Museum, 8328 Main St., Mokelumne Hill, 286-0507.

Murphys OldTimers Museum, 470 Main St., Murphys, 728-1160.

Sierra Nevada Logging Museum, 2148 Dunbar Road, White Pines, near Arnold, 795-6782, 795-1226, www.sierraloggingmuseum.org.

GrovelandYosemite Gateway Museum, Main Street, Groveland, 962-0300.

Sonora Fire Museum, 125 N. Washington St., Sonora, 532-7890.

Tuolumne City Memorial Museum, 18663 Carter St., Tuolumne, 928-3516.

Tuolumne County Museum and History Center, 158 W. Bradford Ave., Sonora, 532-1317.

Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum, 9 N. Washington St., Sonora, 533-0923.

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tive course, Highway 4, inside the gated community of Forest Meadows, 728-3439; www.forestmeadowsgolf.com.

Greenhorn Creek Golf Resort — 18 holes, par 72, 711 McCauley Ranch Road, Angels Camp, 729-8111, www. greenhorncreek.com.

La Contenta Golf Course — 18 holes, par 71; 1653 Highway 26, Valley Springs, 772-1081, www.lacontentagolf.com.

Saddle Creek Golf Resort — 18 holes, par 72, 1001 Saddle Creek Drive, Copperopolis, 785-3700, www.saddlecreek.com.

Mountain Springs Golf Club — 18 holes, par 72, 17566 Lime Kiln Road, Sonora, 5321000, www.mountainspringsgolf.com.

Phoenix Lake Golf Course — Nine holes, par 35, 21448 Paseo De Los Portales, seven miles east of Sonora, 532-0111, www.phoenixlakegolf.com.

Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course — 18 holes, par 70, 12765 Mueller Drive, Groveland, 962-8620, www. pinemountainlake.com.

Twain Harte Golf Club — Nine holes, par 29, 22909 Meadow Drive, Twain Harte, 586-3131, www.twainhartegolf. com.

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• Where:Petroglyphe Gallery, 8317 Main St., Mokelumne Hill.

• Information:286-1387, www. gallerypetroglyphe.com.

Based on earth elements, "Fossil & Form" features the jewelry of Edward Lawrence, designedfrom rare artifacts with interesting fabrications.

This work pairs beautifully with the functional ceramic sculpture oflocal artisan Mary Anderson, whose artistic hands work the potter's wheel and beyond to shape clay into fine art.

This new exhibit opens at Petroglype Gallery in Mokelumne Hill on Sunday.

Complimentary light appetizers and wine will be served at the reception from 3 to 5 p.m.

Lawrence transforms Fossil Walrus Ivory from St. Lawrence Island, Alaska, Mammoth Ivory from the Yukon Territory, and other artifacts into something "one can relate to and wear."

Lawrence has been a craftsman all his life. He started as a custom shoe maker in 1971 and his work included leather accessories and beadwork.

"Bearing Sea Needles," a necklace by Edward Lawrence.

Joining him in his endeavors is his wife, Diana, who contributesjewelry designs and fabrications.

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ceramic work as a meditation on the forms of nature.

Her fascination is with the vessel: besides being useful and functional, it's a platform for sculptural elements.

Plant forms, the geometry and rhythm ofleaves or seeds are interpretedas vases,pouring vessels and bowls. Leaping fish, the fluid body of an octopus, and twisting lizards transform the

pot, becoming its shaped neck or reaching handles.

She works in high-fire stoneware and porcelain. The pots are mostly wheel thrown, both for strength and forclassical referenceto traditional pottery.

They are fired in live flame — either in a gas kiln in her studio, or at Northern Arizona University in various woodfiring kilns.

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She seeks the resplendent greens of Japanese oribe or Chinese celadon glazes, which enhance her sea and plant work.

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Painter Lynn Slade is the featured artist for March at Petroglyphe Gallery in Mokelumne Hill. saved for wood firing, developing flashing and ash effects.

She has studied at Columbia College, California State University, Los Angeles, and Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, as well as at numerous workshops in Northern California.

Additionally, watercolor painter Lynn Slade is the featured artist for March at Petroglyphe.

For more than 20 years, she owned the Alyson Design Group, a graphic design company specializing in corporate advertising, magazine and marketing.

Slade createsmixed media piecesincorporating watercolor, ricepaper and other materials

into fascinating collage.

Starting in April, the Petroglyphe will launch a Fine Art Concert Series.

Kim Angelis and Josef, known as Sky Song Duo, kick off the series on April 19.

Classical Revolution presents Sound Underground Jazz Trio on May 31, and Alex de Grassi will play the steel-string guitar on Aug. 16.

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27 with the Ancora Trio.

The galleryis located at 8317 Main St. in Mokelumne Hill.

Regular hours are 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

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COMIN S00 April Railtown 1897 State Historic Park in Jamestown will resume offering steam-powered excursion Train Rides on weekends starting April 4. The six-mile, 45-minute round trip train rides leave at 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 and 3 p.m. During opening weekend only, residents of Calaveras, Mariposa and Tuolumne counties can visit the park and ride for free with proof of residency. On the first day of operations on Saturday, April 4, the public is invited to attend the "Early Bird" program that starts at 7 a.m. in the Roundhouse to watch as the crew

lightsthe fire and prepares the locomotive for the day. The locomotive is started with the tossing of a burning rag into the firebox, then the crew works to

fuel, lubricate and water the engine as the boiler is slowly brought up to temperature.

Those interested can follow it out into the yard and watch the turntable in operation as the crew moves the locomotive into place at the Depot. Afterward, the pop-duo Lava Cats will provide live music on Saturday and Swing Gitane, a vintage jazz group, plays Sunday. Both performances are from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Many other special activities will be offered throughout

the weekend, including tours of the Roundhouse, speeder demos with the velocipede on display, and demonstrations of the historic belt-driven machine and the blacksmith shops. Capacity is limited for tickets for the steam train excursion rides so visitorsare encouraged to arrive

early. All tickets include park admission and are available online at www.railtown1897. org,or in person on a first-come, first-served basis at the ticket

window beginning at 10 a.m. on the days the trains are running.

An Easter Egg Hunt will be held9 a.m. tonoon,Saturday, April 4, at the Tuolumne Westside Memorial Park. Contact 928-1214 or www.tuolumnerecreation.com

for more information.

The GrovelandRotary Club will be hold anEaster Egg Hunt at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 4. The event will be held at Mary Laveroni Community Park. Organizers are encouraging parents to have their children there by 9:30 a.m. to greet the Easter Bunny.

Sonora Cat Rescue will host its annual Spring Fashioa Show and luncheon on Saturday, April 4, at the Twain Harte Golf Club. The event will include music, fashions from local businesses, gift and personal shopping opportunities, raffles, door prizes and more. The event starts at noon. Lunch will be catered by the new Twain Harte Golf Club restaurant, "Mickey's."

All funds raised benefit the rescue's spay and neuter program.

Tickets cost $25 per person and are available at the Mountain Bookshop at The Junction shopping center or by calling Judith Rodan at 559-2406.

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Easter events will be held throughout the Mother Lode during the first weekend of April. In Columbia (above), Thaddeus E. Hare hands out fresh carrots to children.

The annualTiger Fest gourmet dinner at the Rail Road Flat Community Hall will raise money for Rail Road Flat School Enrichment Program onSaturday,April4.The event will be held from 5 to 9 p.m., with a three-course homemade internationaldinner served starting at 6 p.m. This year's culinary theme will be "South of the Border." There will also be a silent

auction, regional entertainment and a no-host bar serving 'Tigeritas."

Costis$25 each or $40 fora couple, with discounted rates for children and vegetarians. In order to prepareproperlyforthe cuisine cooking, the chefs would appreciate advance reservations. To order tickets, contact Autumn Andahl at 754-1032or autumnandahlO gmail.com.

American Legion Post 58 will serve aPancake Breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. Sunday, April 5, at Sonora Veterans Memorial Hall at 9 N. Washington St. in downtown Sonora. Tickets are $7 for adults and $3 for children under 10. The menu includes pancakes, sausage, scrambledeggs,biscuitsand gravy, orangejuice,and cofFee ortea.

Proceeds go to American Legion projects such as scholarships and Boys and Girls State. The breakfasts are served on the first Sunday of each month.

The Columbia Victorian Easter Celebration will take place Sunday, April 5, at Columbia State Historic Park. Egg hunts begin at noon, followed by a Victorian Easter Parade at 12:30 p.m. The parade is a Victorian-era promenade on Main Street. Kids and pets are welcome. Prizes will be awarded for fanciest Victorian hat, and bestdressed couple,among other categories.

Registration beginsat 11 a.m. in front of the Fallon Hotel.

As for egg hunts, the Small Fry Egg Search begins at noon for ages 3 to 5. After the Easter Parade, the Junior Egg Poachers (ages 6 to 8) will try their luck at 1 p.m., and finally the Great Egg Scramblers (ages9 to 12)at1:30 p.m. The free event is sponsored by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce. For more information, contact 5361672 or www.visitcolumbiacalifor-

is served at 6:30 p.m. Reservations are required by March 31, and can be made by calling the lodgeoffice at 533-1587.

The second annual Golf Tournament Benefit for Meals On

Wheelswill be held at 1 p.m. Friday, April 10, at Mountain Springs Golf Club. Entry Fee is $95, which includes a bag lunch and buffet dinner at Banny's. For more information, contact 533-2622 or www. sierraseniorproviders.org.

Second Saturday Art Night will present its next "After 8" event at Stage3 Theatre Company in downtown Sonora on Saturday, April 11. The evening is called "Songbird Saturday,"and is a ticketed event with limited seating. During the performance six musicians will each share his or her original songs with others accompanying. Then each artist will have a chance to talk a bit about what inspires his or her music. The guest musicians are Richard Sholer of Coyote Hill, Tim McCaffrey of The Little Fuller Band, Andrew Dante, Sophia and Hanna Lundgren, and Grover Anderson, who will also serve as

emcee for the evening. Tickets are $20 in advance. They are available at Stage 3's box office, 8mky Junk in downtown Sonora and at Mountain Bookshop in The Junction shopping center in East Sonora. Any unsold tickets will be available that evening for $25.

Hors d'oeuvres will be served with a no-host wine and beer bar. Plus, there will be a raffle for deluxe gift baskets. All proceeds go to benefit Second Saturday Art Night's new 'Mountain Performers' Fund," which is designed to give support to struggling musicians and other performers who participate in Sonora's Art Nights.

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The Sonora Elks Lodge will host aFamily Night Dinner on Tuesday, April 7. The menu will be wine-roasted chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetables, salad, bread, dessert and cofFee. Adults are $12, while children 5 to 11 are $6, and 4 and under are free.

Doors open at 5 p.m., and dinner

The Union Democratwill present its 34th annual Home and Garden Show on Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12, at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds in Sonora. More than 100 vendors will be present. Admission and parking are free and a free shuttle bus will run continuously. For more infor-

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The Calaveras Arts Council is soliciting foothill artists of all mediums to participate in a themed show based around likely or unlikely pairs.

The name of the show is "(Un) Likely Pairs."

Artistsare encouraged to create outside the box: Think martini glass and olive, cat and dog, fish and hook, garden spade and rake, shark and sardine, rose and thorn.

The Gallery Store, at 22 N. Main St. in San Andreas, will receive artwork until April 27, and hang the show April 28 and 29.

A reception will be held from 1 to3 p.m. Saturday, May 2.

The show will run until July 3.

The nonprofit Calaveras County Arts Council operates Gallery Calaveras in San Andreas. Gallery store hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

The gallery store offers free parking both in front and in back, and is handicapped accessible.

For more information, call the

Calaveras Arts Council at 7541774 orvisitwww.calaverasarts. org.

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'Spring Swing'event tobenefit mentoring The second annual Spring Swing — presented by the Calaveras Mentoring Foundation to raise funds for the Calaveras Youth Menoring Program — will start at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys.

The event will feature dinner and dancing to the Big Band sounds of Rod Harris and the Columbia Kicks along with a live auction and a contemporary twist on "dime-a-dance" girls.

"Last year's inaugural Spring Swing was a great event and we are so excited to be doing it again," said Peggy Lucas, event chair and vice president of the Calaveras Mentoring Foundation. "Ironstone is the perfect venue — with colorful spring flowers everywhere, a

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Last year's dancefloor was full. buffet station set-up that allows everyone to eat at their leisure, and such an excellent dance floor."

Community members and businesses can support the Spring Swing as sponsors at levels rang-

ing from $250 to $5,000. Potential sponsors should contact Donna Shannon, sponsorship coordinator, at 754-4997.

The Spring Swing will also include the return oflast year's hit "dime-a-dance" fun, with accomplished local dancers who will be "forhire"to teach orjustdance with guests who want to look really good on the dance floor.

Reservations for the event are $75 per person. Reservations are available at CalaverasMentoringFoundation.org, or by contacting the foundationat 736-7706 or calaverasmentoringfoundation@

gmail.com.

The Calaveras Mentoring Foundation is a nonproflt organization dedicatedtoraising awareness and fundsforyouth mentoring.

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gery, having her ovaries and fallopian tubes removed

in hopes of reducing her risk of cancer.

Angelina Jolie Writing and Br a d Pitt in The New York Times, the filmmaker and philanthropist said a recent blood testshowed a possible early sign of cancer.

The news was a blow to the star who had already had a double mastectomy.

"I went through what I imagine thousands of other women have felt," she wrote. "I told myself to stay calm, to be strong, and that I had no reason to think I wouldn't live to see my children grow up and tomeet my grandchildren."

Jolie, 39,revealed two yearsago thatshe carriesa defectivebreast cancer gene that puts her at high risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer.

Her mother died of ovarian cancer, and her maternal grandmother also had ovarian cancer — strong evidence of an inherited,

genetic risk thatled theactressto have her healthy breasts removed to tryto avoid thesame fate.

Jolie's article makes plain the anguish the results of the new blood tests brought. She said she immediately called her husband, the actor Brad Pitt, who flew home from France within hours.

"The beautiful thing about such moments in life is that there is so much clarity," she wrote. "You know whatyou live forand what matters. It is polarizing, and it is peaceful."

McCartney to induct Starr into Rock Hall NEW YORK (AP) — Paul McCartney has agreed to induct his former Beatles mate, Ringo Starr,

into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nextmonth.

Stevie Wonder, Patti Smith and John Mayer will also usher in new members.

The 30th annual induction ceremony is scheduled for Cleveland's Public Hall on April 18. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is located in Cleveland.

The Beatles are in the rock hall already, and so are McCartney, John Lennon and George Harrison as solo artists.

Drummer Starr is the last to be honored individually, and Eagle Joe Walsh will perform some of his friend's music.

Wonder will induct Bill Withers, a fellow songwriter who had

his biggest impact in the 1970s.

John Legend will perform Withers' music, and it's still a mystery whether Withers, who quit the music business more than 30 years ago, will sing. Rock hall spokeswoman Shauna Wilson said it's still to be determined which inductees will perform.

Smith will induct another artist indelibly tied to New York, the late Lou Reed, and Beck will perform his music.

Mayer is speaking in honor of another blues guitarist, the late Stevie Ray Vaughan. Vaughan's brother Jimmie will perform with members of his brother's old band, Double Trouble.

Dave Grohl has committed to performing inductee Joan Jett's music, although the hall hasn't announced who will give the speech for the "I Love Rock and Roll" singer.

Peter Wolf will induct the Paul Butterfield Blues Band, with Tom Morello performing the band's music. Fall Out Boy will induct Green Day and guitarist Steve Cropper is scheduled to honor the "5" Royales.

HBO is taping the ceremony and concertfor a May 30 television premiere.

school and that Will Schuester, who started its glee club way back in 2009, will become its principal.

Oh, and that wondrous show choir, New Directions, won the national championship.

But "Glee" always had the underlying message: With a song in your heart, dreams do come true.

Another dream fuKlled: Mercedes (Amber Riley) told the gang she'll be the opening act on Beyonce's upcoming world tour.

Cue the songs: "Teach Your Children" ..."Someday We'll Be Together" ...'The Winner Takes It All" ... Daydream Believer."

That's how it went — happily ever after — as the Fox song-anddance show concluded its sixseason run.

Oh, sure, there were some un-

NEW YORK (AP) — The "Glee" series finale delivered glorious news that William McKinley High School is being turned into an arts

expected nightmares, too. Looking ahead five years, faculty mean girl Sue Sylvester was seen winning a secondterm as vice president of the United States (in the Jeb Bush administration). She announced to Geraldo Rivera that she planned to seek the presidency in 2024.

On a brighter note, five years from now Rachel will be a surrogatemom forgay coupleKurt and Blaine. She11 also be a Tony winner. The show finished with a rousing rendition of"I Lived."

"Glee" leaves behind a remarkable legacy. First of all, it dared to try something that had seldom if ever succeeded in television history, blending episodic narrative with musical production numbers.

It set those performances in the

by Joe Silva, presented by Tuolumne County Office of Education.

7 p.m. — The Church Of The Harvest.

8 p.m. "Love Alive," sponsored by Christian Heights Church.

Sunday 6:30 p.m. — "Three Gardens," produced by Lloyd Kramer.

7 p.m. — "You And The Law" with Bob Lally and Steve Cilente, "Easements."

8 p.m. — "Jenny's Kitchen,"

hosted by Jenny Baxter, "Sandwiches."

Monday 7:30 p.m. — "Mind Matters: Adult Parents With ADHD." 8 p.m. — "Summer Hazards," hosted byJohn Wade, with guest Dr. Dean Kelaita.

Tuesday 7:30 p.m. — Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors, replay of most recent meeting.

Wednesday 10 a.m. "Get Healthy With Shana: Special Exercises — Part

'Glee' series ends happily ever after

context of New Directions at fictitious McKinley High, a setting replete with stories about growing up, self-acceptance, perseverance and dreaills.

"Glee" did something else few would have thought possible: It helped make glee clubs cool while itpromoted artsprograms in schools.

And it served as a platform for new talent, launching such stars as Lea Michele (Rachel) while giving wide exposure to veterans like Matthew Morrison (Will) and Jane Lynch (Sue), with guest appearances by a broad range of celebrities that included Helen Mirren, Lindsey Lohan and Ricky Martin.

Pop music — both new and well-established — reached new audiences, both on the show and through sales of more than 50 million songs and 13 million albums under the "Glee" signature.

SF festival books new, established artists The foodie music festival Outside Lands is celebrating its eighth year with a mix of established superstars and new ones, from Elton John and D'Angelo to Kendrick Lamar and Sam Smith.

The San Francisco event will be held at Golden Gate Park Aug. 7 to 9 with a lineup that also includes Mumford & Sons, the Black Keys, Wilco and St. Vincent.

Outside Lands is known for marrying music with gourmet food.

ASl 8 Here is the Sonora area public access cable programming schedule from March 26 to April 2. The shows are seen on Channel 8 of the Comcast cable system. Call 536-1888 for more information.

Thursday 5:30 p.m. "Open Book: Professional Development Day," hosted by Joe Silva, presented byTuolumne County Office of Education.

7 p.m. — "Murphys Elementary Trout Planting."

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Saturday 9 a.m. — Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors, replay of most recent meeting.

3 p.m. — Chapel In The Pines Service.

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9 p.m. "Love Alive," sponsored by Christian Heights Church.

Thursday 5:30 p.m. — "Open Book: Global Cardboard Challenge," hosted by Joe Silva, presented

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46 years ago March 24, 1969 GOLD FEVER — If you happened to be in the Italian Bar area east of Columbia this weekend, and you saw a Japanese m an in c aowboy hat panning for gold, that was Kazuhiko Sawanobori. When he arrived in the Mother Lode country last week, Kazu, as he is called, caught "gold fever" and began working with his pan at every swirling stream he could find.

NEW DRESS CODES were finally adopted for all students at Sonora high school by the board of trustees last night, but there were grumbles of"we'll be back" from the boys present. The focus of the issue with the young men was whether they would be permitted to wear shoulder length hair and beards. Trustees ruled out both possibilities when they approved a slightly altered version of Principal Richard Traynham's recommended policy allowing hair in a trimmed or box cut style in the back of the neck which may not touch the top ofa normal shirtcollar,and providing that boys must be clean shaven except for neatly trimmed sideburns and mustaches.

65 years ago March 31, 1950 Locations have been selected for the filming of "The Great Missouri Raid," a Paramount

picture. First scenes will be shot along the Sierra Railroad and the remaining two weeks will be spent on other locations in Tuolumne County. The film will

starone ofHo llywood's greatest actors, Macdonald Carey.

81 years ago March 17, 1934 When the estate of Thomas Conlin was probated recently, part of the property disposed of was the old Wells Fargo express and banking office in Columbia, built in 1854 — one of California's finest examples still standing of gold rush architecture. Long since abandoned, the building had been slated to be torndown and replaced with a gas station and hot dog stand. In a last-minuteeffortto preserve history, however, Wells Fargo & Company purchased the old landmark last week, including its80-year-old gold scale and other days-of-49 equipment, so that it may be preserved as a lasting memorial to the California pioneers of yesteryear.

103 years ago March 30, 1912 NEWS FROM OTHER PARTS: • Los Angeles is threatened by a potato famine. The tubers are sell ing at$3.25 perhundred pounds, and the price is expected to go to $4.

• San Jose has a Tong War going on, and since its commencement nine Chinamen have been

killed.

• An ordinance placing a ban on dancing of a questionable character has been passed by the Oakland City Council. The ordinance does not permit immoral or obscene dancing; nor dancing when the dance hall is not continuously and brilliantly lighted.

120 years ago March 9, 1895 PERSONALS: • James McGowan, of Sonora, aftera serious sickness caused

by Le Grippe, again presides with old-time dignity over the chopping blocks in McCormick's butcher shop on Washington Street.

• E. C. Loftus peeps through a pair of goggles — his eyes having suddenly become very sore.

• Mr. Edward Carne brought to the Union Democrat, on Tuesday, a turnip that would take first prize in any exhibition of garden produce. The vegetable was grown on his ranch, near Soulsbyville, and in size resembles the average pumpkin.

It weighs 14 pounds and is 32 inches in circumference. Vegetables from Mr. Carne's garden, on exhibition at the Fairs, have always been looked upon with admirationand wonder.

135 years ago April 3, 1880 The storefront of Uncle John's Saloon in Sonora presented a demoralized appearance Sunday morning, the sash in one of the doors being minus of glass where a hole was made by throwing a customer through it.

148 years ago March 9, 1867 EARNEST APPEAL — Last Saturday the final sad tribute of respectwas paid to the remains of ourdeparted friend and late publisher of the Union Democrat, A. N. Francisco. The body was taken in charge by the Firemen of Sonora, under whose control the funeral solemnities were most becomingly conducted. A. N. Francisco, to his detriment, was most negligent in regard to business matters, and thus it happens that his accounts are in a terriblestate ofconfusion. It is difficult to determine from his booksallthe parties in debtto us, and so, under such a condition, it is considered expedient to make an earnest appeal to everyone who is justly in the rears

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ROYAL VISIT — Seen above is Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip of England, when they visited Yosemite National Park in March 1983. Also pictured is Assistant Park Superintendent Bill Burgen (leftj and Superintendent Bob Binnewies. to the Union Democrat to come

forwardpromptly and settle their accounts. Moreover, it will not be out of place to remind our patrons that the present is a critical juncture, and that every effort should be made to increase our subscription list and augment our number of advertisements.

160 years ago March 28, 1855 • By aprivate letterwe learn that Mr. Smith, of French Ravine, lately took from his claim a lump weighing about one

hundred pounds, supposed to be two-thirds pure gold. Mr. Smith had beenoffered $13,000 forit.

• It is said that a movement is under way among the native Californians to leave the State and settle in some part of Mexico, as they cannot get along with the Yankees.

• A duel was to have come off near Mokelumne Hill on Wednesday last, between the former Sheriff of Calaveras County, B. F. Marshall, and W. L. Dudley, a lawyer of questionable character. We have yet to learn the outcome of this affray, but we will inform our readers.

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Here are the movies playing Friday through April 2 at Regal Cinemas 10 in Sonora:

Chappie Science fiction action thriller starring Sharlto Copley, Dev Patel, Ninja, Yo-Landi Visser, Jose Pablo Cantillo, Hugh Jackman, Sigourney Weaver and Brandon Auret, directed by Neill Blomkamp.

Every child comes into the world full of promise, and none more so than Chappie: he is gifted, special, a prodigy. Like any child, Chappie will come under the influence of his surroundings — some good, some bad — and he will rely on his heart and soul to find his way in the world and become his own man. But there's one thing that makes Chappie difFerent from anyone else: he is a robot. The first robot with the ability to think and feel for himself. His life, his story, will change the way the world looks at robots and humans forever. Rated R. Two hours, one

feels she has met a kindred soul. It appears as if her fortunes may be about to change when the Palace sends out an open invitation for all maidens to attend a ball, raising Ella's hopes of once again encountering the charming "Kit." Alas, her stepmother forbids her to attend and callously rips apart her dress. But, as in all good fairy tales, help is at hand as a kindly beggar woman steps forward and, armed witha pumpkin and a few mice, changes Cinderella's life forever. Rated PG. One hour, 45 minutes.

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Kevin Hart and Will Ferrell star in the new comedy "Get Hard."

Stepanek,AprilM. Lawrence and Stephen Kearin, directed by Tim minute. order. Knowing that he won't surJohnson.

When Oh, a loveable vive more than a few minutes in Cinderella misfit from another planet, lands prison on his own, James desperon Earth and finds himself on the Fantasy starring Cate ately turns to Darnell — a black Blanchett, Lily James, Richard run from his own people, he forms businessman who's never even Madden, Helena Bonham-Carter, an unlikely friendship with an had a parking ticket — for help. As adventurous girl named Tip who Nonso Anozie, Stellan Skarsgard, Darnell puts James through the Sophie McShera and Holliday is on a quest ofher own. Through wringer, both learn that they were a series of comic adventures with Grainger, directed by Kenneth wrong about many things, includBranagh. The story follows the Tip, Oh comes to understand that ing each other. Rated R. One hour, being different and making misfortunes of young Ella whose merchant father remarries follow- 39 minutes. takes is all part of being human. ing the tragic death of her mother.

The Gunman And while he changes her planet Keen to support her loving father, Action thriller starring Sean and she changes his world, they Ella welcomes her new stepmother Penn, Idris Elba, Ray Winstone, discover the true meaning of the Lady Tremaine and her daughters Mark Rylance, Javier Bardem and word"home." Rated PG. One hour, Anastasia and Drizella into the Jasmine Trinca, directed by Pierre 34 minutes. family home. But, when Ella's Morel. Eight years after fleeing Insurgent father suddenly and unexpectedly the Congo following his assassinaScience fiction action advenpasses away, she finds herself at tion of that country's minister of ture starring Shailene Woodley, the mercy of a jealous and cruel mining, former assassin Jim TerTheo James, Octavia Spencer, new family. Finally relegated to rier is back, sufFering from PTSD Jai Courtney, Ray Stevenson, Zoe nothing more than a servant girl and digging wells to atone for his Kravitz, Miles Teller and Ansel covered in ashes, and spitefully violent past. After an attempt is Elgort, directed by Robert Schwenrenamed Cinderella since she used made on his life, Terrier flies to tke. Now on the run from Jeanine to work in the cinders, Ella could London to find out who wants him and the rest of the power-hungry dead — and why. Terrier's search easily begin to losehope.Yet,deErudites, Tris and Four search for spite the cruelty inflicted upon her, leads him to a reunion with Annie, allies and answers in the ruins of Ella is determined to honor her a woman he once loved, who is Chicago. They must find out what mother's dying words and to "have now married to an oily businessTris' family sacrificed their lives courage and be kind." She will not man with dealings in Africa. Rated to protect and why the Erudites givein to despairnor despise those R. One hour, 55 minutes. will do anything to stop them. who abuse her. And then there is Home Side by side, Tris and Four face the dashing stranger she meets Animated science fiction adven- one seemingly insurmountable in the woods. Unaware that he is challenge after another, as they ture, starrmg the voices of Jim really a prince, not merely an em- Parsons, Rihanna, Steve Martin, unravel the secrets of the past and ployee at the Palace, Ella finally Jennifer Lopez, Matt Jones, Brian — ultimately — the future of their

world. Rated PG-13. One hour, 58 minutes.

McFarland, USA Biography starring Kevin Costner, Maria Bello, Morgan Saylor, Michael Aguero, Sergio Avelar, Hector Duran, Rafael Martinez, Martha Higared, directed by Niki Caro.Inspired by the 1987 true story, this docudrama follows novice runners from McFarland, an economically challenged town in California's farm-rich Central Valley, as they give their all to build a cross-country team under the

direction of Coach Jim White, a newcomer to their predominantly Latino high school. Coach White and the McFarland students have

a lot to learn about each other but when White starts to realize the boys' exceptional running ability, things begin to change. Soon something beyond their physical gifts becomes apparent — the power of family relationships, their unwavering commitment to one another and their incredible work ethic. With grit and determination, the unlikely band of runners eventually overcomes the odds to forge not only a championship cross-country team but an enduring legacy as well. Along the way, Coach White realizes that his family finally found a place to call home and both he and his team achieve their own kind of American dream. Rated PG. Two hours, 9 minutes.

The SecondBest Exotic Marigold Hotel Dramatic comedy starrmg Maggie Smith, Bill Nighy, Richard Gere,JudiDe nch,Dev Patel,Tamsin Greig, Celia Imrie and Ronald Pickup, directed byJohn Madden.

As his marriage to Sunaina draws

near, Sonny sets his eye on opening a second residence for the elderly, but finds the project requires more time than he can spare. Meanwhile, Evelyn and Douglas wonder where their relationship is going, Norman and Carol try to remain exclusive, Madge juggles two rich suitors, and the single remaining vacancy poses a problem for two new arrivals. As the demands of Sonny's traditional Indian wedding threaten to overwhelm them all, an unexpected solution appears.

Rated PG. Two hours, 2 minutes.

For show times, call 588-2840 or visit uniondemocrat.com.

The theater is at 901 Sanguinetti Road. Tickets may be purchased online or at the box office. The building is handicap accessible.

Regular admission is $11 for adults, $8 for children 12 and Under and $7.50 for seniors 60 and over. Discount adult admission is $8 for shows starting before 6 p.m. Films in 3D have a $3.50 surcharge per ticket.

For information on the Angels Theatre at1228 S. Main St. in Angels Camp, call 736-6768 or visit www.cinemawest.com.

MPAA RATING DEFINITIONS G — General audiences. All ages admitted.

PG — Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.

PG-13 — Special parental guidance strongly suggested for children under 13. Some material may be inappropriate for young children.

R — Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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ON H OW ING ARTS CENTER,985 Lincoln Way, Auburn — 530-885-0156, www.livefromauburn.com.

ALCHEIIY, Main Street, Murphys CAUFORNIA BLUEGRASS AS— Matt Cullen, pop, country and jazz, SOCIATION —40th anniversary Father's Fridays, 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Day Bluegrass Festival, Thursday through BEAR VALLEY MOUNTAIN RESunday, June 18 to 21, Nevada County SORT —Plan B, on Sun Deck, Saturday, Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, with the Kennoon to 2:30 p.m. tucky Colonels Reunion, Good Ol'Persons BLACK OAK CASINO,19400 TuReunion, Bluegrass Patriots Reunion, olumneRoad North,Tuolumne — Jank Dave Grisman Bluegrass Experience, Tones, rock, alternative and dance, "Notes Nashville Bluegrass Band, Adkins and for Notes" benefit concert, tonight, 8 p.m. Loudermilk ,Jumpsteady Boys and more.

Roy Rogers, blues slide guitar, Friday,9 www.cbaontheweb.org p.m. Pride and Joy, pop and soul dance JACKSON RANCHERIA CASINO, party, Saturday, 9 p.m.

12222 New York Ranch Road, JacksonDIAMOND JIM'S,24535 Highway Aaron Lewis, May14. Salt-N-Pepa, June 108, Mi-Wuk Village — Karaoke, Fridays 20. 800-822-9466, www.JacksonCasino. and Satur days,8:30 p.m .to 1:30 a.m. com.

EAGLE TAVERN,Eproson House, HORSESHOE BEND FIELD AR22930 Twain Harte Drive, Twain HarteCHERS,Horseshoe Bend Recreation M ountain Echo Sound DJ,Fridays,open Area, Lake McClure — Annual Buffalo midopen jam, Wednesdays, 9 p.m.

Shoot, Sunday, registration 7:30 a.m., GYPSY SHACK,18145 Main St., shoot time 9 a.m., 28 3-D targets, lunch Jamestown — Rasta Cruz, reggae, Thurs- served on range. 962-5672. day, 8 p.m. Quack Sanchez, The Mountain SUTTER CREEK THEATER,44 Main Men, The Little Fuller Band, Friday, 8 p.m. St., Sutter Creek —Tempest, Celtic rock, The Hot Dark CDrelease party with The Saturday. New West Guitar Group, April Hot Dark, Risky Biscuits and The Experi11. Lacy J Dalton 8r Dale Poune, April mentalist, Saturday, 8 p.m. Rod Harris and 18. Taarka, April 25. Delta Wires, May 2. thejazzcombo, Sunday,6 p.m .

James Garner's tribute to Johnny Cash, HOTEL LEGER,8304 Main St., MokeMay 9. Southern Drawl, May 23. Tom lumne Hill — Open mic, Friday, 9 p.m. The Russell, June 19. Imagine, Beatles tribute, Popravinas, Saturday, 9 p.m.

July 18. www.suttercreektheater.com.

MICKI &LARRY'S SPORTS PUB, VOLCANO THEATRE COMPANY, 48-B Copper Cove Drive, CopperopolisVolcano — "Miracle," April 11 to May 16, Jam sessi on,Thursdays,6:30to 9 p.m.

"The Great Amador Carnival of 1886," Karaoke, Saturdays, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

June 12 to July11, "Our Town," Aug. 7 to PINE MOUNTAIN lAKE GRILL, Sept. 2,419-0744, www.volcanotheatre.

19228 Pine Mountain Drive, Grovelandnet.

Live music, Saturday, 8 p.m. to midnight.

RAWHIDE SALOON,18260 Highway 108, Jamestown — Karaoke with Mountain Echo Sound, tonight, 9 p.m. Sound Extreme DJ, Friday, 9 p.m. Country singer Toree McGee, $10 cover, Saturday, 9 p.m.

HILDEGARD FESTIVAL OF WOMOpen mic, Wednesday, 9 p.m.

EN IN THE ARTS,California State UniTHE RED BARN,8544 Highway 49, versity, Stanislaus, Turlock — The festiT'uttletown — Karaoke, Thursdays, 6:30 val, held todaythrough Saturday, will p.m. Live music, Friday and Saturday,8 showcase the creative work of women p.m.Open bluesjam ,Sundays,3 p.m.

ROUND TABLE PIZZA,The Junction in music, the visual arts, theatre, poetry, shopping center, East Sonora — Karaoke, and more. Local author Suzan Still will Saturdays, 8 to 11 p.m. moderate a Saturday morning session SIDEWINDERS,1252 S. Main St., on "The Feminine Spiritual Journey," Angels Camp — Open mic,Saturdays,7 followed by presentations on art, music to 9:15 p.m.

SONORA JOE'SCOFFEE SHOPPE, and ballet. Events are open to public 140 S. Washington St., Sonora — Acoustic and daytime events are free, 667-3421. open mic, tonight, 6:30 to 9 p.m.

BOB HOPE THEATRE,242 E. Main St., Stockton — Celtic Woman, 10th an(For additions or changes, call588- niversary tour, May 29. 373-1400, www.

4548 or email rrrreekenderrrarrrniondem- StocktonLive.com. ocrat.com before 8 p.m. Friday.)

CALIFORNIA STAGE THEATER, 2509 R St., Sacramento — "Angel in the Night," Aug. 21 to Sept. 13. 916-4515822, www.calstage.org.

CAPITAL STAGE,2215 J St., MOTHER LODE FRIENDS OF MUSacramento — "Rapture, Blister, Burn," SIC —Chamber music concert at Saint through April 12. "The Homecoming," Katharine Drexel Catholic Parish, 11361

by Harold Pinter, directedby Janis Prospect Drive, Jackson. Sunday, April 12, Stevens, April 29 to May 31. "Uncanny 3 p.m. Free admission. Call 293-4227 or Valley," June17to July19.916-995visit www.mlfm.org for more information. 5464, www.capstage.org.

AUBURN PLACER PERFORMCARNEGIE ARTS CENTER,250 N.

Modesto - "Faith Healer," April 24 to May10. "Short, Ten-Minute and One-Act Play Festival," July 10 to 26. 549-9341, www.prospecttheaterproject.org.

SACRAMENTO THEATRE COMPANY, 1419 H St., Sacramento - "T'he W hipping Man," through May 3."The Pirates of Penzance," April 22 to May 17.

916-443-6722, www.sactheatre.org.

STANISLAUS COUNTY FAIR, Turlock — July 10 to 19, featuring Eddie Money, July 13, Martina McBride, July 14, Bret Michaels, July 16, Jerrod Niemann, July17, Grand Funk Railroad, July 18. www.stancofair.com.

STATE THEATER,1307 J St., Modesto — "Friends of the Bob and Tom Show Comedy Tour," April 10. 527-4697, www.thestate.org.

STOCKTON ARENA,248 W. Fremont St., Stockton — Cirque du Soleil, "Varekai," April 15 to 19. 373-1400, www.stocktonlive.com.

TURLOCK COMMUNITY THEATER,1574 E. Canal Drive, Turlock668-1169, www.turlocktheatre.org.

WEST SIDE THEATER,1331 Main St., Newman — 862-4490, www.westsidetheatre.org.

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Floating World," through May 10. 415581-3500, www.asianart.org.

Broadway, Turlock — 632-5761, www.

May1 and 3. the Midtown Men, May 7.

DE YOUNG MUSEUM,Golden Gate carnegieartsturlock.org.

Forbidden Broadway, May 8. Mariachi Park, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, San CENTER STAGE CONSERVATOVargas Tecalitlan, May10. Big Daddy Francisco - "Celebrating the Spectrum: RY, 94811th St., Modesto — 846-0179, Weave, May 11. Chanticleer, May 13.

Highlights From the Anderson Collecwww.centerstagemodesto.com.

M odesto Symphony Orchestra,"A Sea tion," through April 19. "Janet Delaney: CROCKER ART MUSEUM,216 0 Symphony," May15and16. Bonnie South of Market," through July 19.

St., Sacramento — "Toulouse-Lautrec Raitt, May 20. Clay Walker, May 22.

"Embodiments: Masterworks of African and La Vie Moderne: Paris1880-1910," Boz Scaggs,May 24.PeterFrampton, Figurative Sculpture," through July through April 26. "Of Cottages and June 3.

Modesto Symphony Orchestra, 5. "Botticelli to Braque: Masterpieces "Comedy Meets the Symphony," June Castles: The Art of California Faience," From the National Gallies of Scotland," Feb. 22 to May17. "The Nature of Wil5. Motown tribute, June 6. Modesto liam S. Rice: Arts and Crafts Painter and Performing Arts, "The Music Man," June through May 31. "Bouquets to Art," April Printmaker," through May 17. 916-80820 to 28. Dance Academy, June 20. 5678 13 to 19. "Richard Diebenkorn Prints: 7000, www.crockerartmuseum.org.

Dance Company, June 27. 338-2100, 877- Celebrating an Acquisition," April 25 to Oct. 4. "J.M.W. Turner: Painting Set DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COM- 488-3380, www.galloarts.org.

Free," opens June 30. 415-750-3600, PANY, 607 Pena Drive, Davis — 530HAGGIN MUSEUM,1201 N. Pershwww.famsf.org.

756-3682, dmtc.org. ing Ave., Stockton — 940-6300, www.

LEGION OF HONOR,34th Avenue FRESNO CONVENTION AND hagginmuseum.org. and Clement Street, San FranciscoENTERTAINMENT CENTER —Celtic MODESTO AMERICAN GRAF"Artists and Editions: A Publication in Woman, 10th anniversary celebration, FITTI CAR SHOW AND FESTIVAL Memory of Steven Leiber," through SunMay 22. 559-445-8200, www.fresnocon— June 12 to 14, parade Friday, 7 p.m., day. "A Princely Pursuit: The Malcolm ventioncenter.com.

McHenry Avenue, free, special guests "American Graffiti" stars Candy Clark D. Gutter Collection of Early Meissen GALLO CENTER FOR THE ARTS, Porcelain," through Aug. 30. "Tapestries 1000 I St., Modesto — Sister Act, tonight and Bo Hopkins; car show and festival, and Armor," through June 28. "High and Friday. Central West Ballet, "Let's 9 a.m.to 5 p.m.Saturday and 9 a.m .to Dance," Friday and Saturday. Wanda 3 p.m. Sunday, Modesto Municipal Golf Style: The Brooklyn Museum Costume Sykes, Saturday. Masters of Soul, April Course, 400Tuolumne Blvd.Admission Collection," through July19. 415-7504. Buddy Guy, April 9. Anjelah Johnson, $10, children under 12 free with adult, 3600, www.famsf.org.

LEVI'S STADIUM,Santa ClaraApril 11, sold out. MC Yogi, April 11. sponsored by North Modesto Kiwanis Dino Light, April 17. Modesto Symphony Club. 888-746-9763, www.americangraf- T'aylor Swift, with special guests Vance Orchestra, Tchaikovsky "Symphony No. fitifestival.com.

Joy and Shawn Mendes, Aug. 15. www.

6," April 17 and 18. Omega Nu Spring ticketmaster.com, 41 5-464-9377.

PLAYHOUSE MERCED,452 W. Fashion Show, April 18. Lila Downs, RENO-LAKE TAHOE —Reservations Main St., Merced — 725-8587, www.

April 21. "Fancy Nancy the Musical," and visitor information, 800-367-7366, playhousemerced.com.

April 26. Townsend Opera, "Tosca," www.renolaketahoe.com.

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