Jewish Food Fair Returns to Stockton
Temple Israel will host its annual Jewish Food Fair on June 7, offering a community celebration featuring brunch, a bake shop, traditional dishes, music, games and guided tours of the historic synagogue.
The event highlights Jewish culture through food and family‑friendly activities. More information is available at templeisraelstockton.com or by calling 209-477-9306.
Festa Italiana at Lodi Grape Festival Grounds
Festa Italiana will return June 7, bringing a full day of Italian food, music and cultural activities to the Lodi Grape Festival Grounds from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The event features performances by Italian tenor Pasquale Esposito on the Morada Produce Main Stage, along with Nino d’Italiano, The Trucco Band and the Balliamo! Italian Folk Dancers. Additional entertainment, including the Stockton Garage Band, will appear on the Benevenuti Stage.
Families can explore the Bambini Zone with clowns, dancers and children’s activities, while stilt walkers roam the grounds. Attendees can sample dishes from local Italian chefs, enjoy wine and olive oil tastings, shop the Mercato Marketplace, watch cooking demonstrations and take part in bocce, a salami toss and the “Boss of the Sauce” contest.
Tickets are $15 at the door, with free admission for children 12 and under. Parking is free. More information is available at festa-italiana.com.
Murphys Creek Theatre to Stage Modern ‘Henry V’
Murphys Creek Theatre will present a contemporary staging of Shakespeare’s Henry V, exploring Prince Hal’s transformation from wayward youth to wartime leader in one of the Bard’s most gripping history plays. The play will run from June 12 to July 5.
Set against a modern backdrop, the production is directed by Todd Thomas and presented in partnership with MCT’s youth program, Summer on Stage: The Mirror Project. The show is recommended for ages 9 and older and includes depictions of war and battlefield tension.
All performances are offered on a pay‑what‑you‑can basis. Ticket details and performance information are available at murphyscreektheatre.org/henry-v.
The Real Sarahs to Perform in Fiddletown
The Real Sarahs will bring their signature harmonies and Americana sound to Fiddletown on June 13, performing at 14445 Fiddletown Road. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the show beginning at 7.
Known for their evocative songwriting and seamless vocal blend, the trio draws from folk, jazz, blues, bluegrass and country influences. Their performances highlight original music rooted in personal stories and life experiences.
Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. More information and ticket sales are available at zeffy.com.
Guided Meadow Walks Offered at Calaveras Big Trees
Calaveras Big Trees State Park will host guided meadow walks twice weekly this summer, giving visitors a chance to explore the North Grove’s plants, wildlife and giant sequoia ecosystem.
The free, half‑mile walks take place Tuesdays and Saturdays from June 16 through Aug. 15, running from 10 to about 11 a.m. Participants should meet at North Grove Campsite No. 16, marked by a black sandwich board.
The easy stroll highlights wildflowers, meadow habitats and the animals that live there, making it suitable for all ages. The walks begin at the park on Highway 4 in Arnold.
Tuolumne Lumber Jubilee Returns
The Tuolumne Lumber Jubilee, one of the county’s longest‑running community traditions, will return June 26–28 at West Side Memorial Park.
Founded in 1935, the event is billed as the “Biggest Little event in Tuolumne County” and takes place annually the weekend after Father’s Day. The three‑day festival features family‑friendly activities, competitions and entertainment, all free to attend thanks to community donations and sponsors.
Event times vary throughout the weekend. More information is available at lumberjubilee.org.
Stockton‑con Summer Set for July
Stockton‑con Summer returns July 11–12, bringing two days of comics, anime, manga, gaming, toys, science fiction and pop‑culture fandom to the Stockton Arena while raising money for local charities and
community organizations.
The annual convention features celebrity guests, vendors, artists and interactive activities for fans of all ages. Details are available at stocktoncon.com.
Mustache Harbor Brings Yacht‑Rock Dance Party to Bear Valley
The Bear Valley Music Festival will host a high‑energy yacht‑rock dance party on July 18, featuring Mustache Harbor and its lineup of smooth, feel‑good hits from artists such as Steely Dan, Hall & Oates, The Doobie Brothers, Kenny Loggins, Toto and Michael McDonald.
The show begins at 7 p.m. under the Bear Valley Music Festival tent, where the band is expected to pack the dance floor with harmonies and upbeat grooves.
More information is available from the Bear Valley Music Festival at 209‑813‑0554 or bearvalleymusicfestival.org.
‘Great Balls of Fire’ Ignites
East Sonora Stage
Sierra Repertory Theatre will present Great Balls of Fire from July 24 through Aug. 9 at the East Sonora Theatre, offering a high‑energy tribute to the early days of rock ’n’ roll.
Created by Jason Cohen and Michael Schiralli, the production blends music, humor and storytelling in a fast‑paced celebration of rock’s raw beginnings. The show invites audiences to dance, clap and sing along as it channels the spirit of the genre’s pioneers.
Performances run Wednesdays through Sundays, with times varying. The production is ticketed. More information is available at sierrarep.org or by calling 209‑532‑3120.
