Mark your calendars for a night of musical entertainment at the 3rd annual Sweetheart Cabaret Fundraiser, happening from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Feb. 8. 

This event will feature a dazzling cabaret show, a delicious buffet dinner, and lively karaoke.

All proceeds from the evening will support the 74th season of the Stockton Chorale.

Tickets are $55 per person and can be reserved through the Stockton Chorale website. 

Please note that all ticket purchases are nonrefundable, but if you are unable to attend, you may transfer your tickets to another person by emailing office@stocktonchorale.org.

Join Calivines Winery’s Master Miller, Mike Coldani, for Liquid Gold: Guided Olive Oil Tasting from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Feb 14. 

This exclusive event allows you to taste Calivirgin’s finest olive oil blends, elevating your palate and knowledge with each drop. Enjoy the experience with a partner for a day date or with friends for an afternoon of bonding. 

The event will be held at Calivines Winery, located at 13950 Thornton Road in Lodi. Admission is $35 per person or $30 for club members. Reserve your spot by calling (209) 210-3162.

Join the Lodi Appellation’s winegrowers for the annual Lodi Wine & Chocolate Weekend on Feb. 15 and 16.  

This delightful event offers a self-guided tour between more than 30 participating wineries, where you can indulge in handcrafted Lodi wines and delicious chocolate treats. 

Enjoy a selection of Lodi’s renowned wines and chocolate delights during the signature passport-style winery tours from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb. 15. 

Wrap up the weekend with the Winemakers Toast at Wine & Roses from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Feb. 16. The day will feature winemakers pouring white, rosé, and sparkling wines paired with delicious small bites. 

These 21+ events promise excellent wines, delectable chocolates, and warm welcomes. For more information and to reserve your tickets, visit the event’s official website.

Celebrated over the last full weekend of February, the Almond Blossom Festival features a variety of events and activities, including a carnival, a parade, a fun run, pageants, a baking contest, and commercial vendors.

The festival, at 104 S. Stockton Avenue in Ripon, will be held from Feb. 20 to Feb. 23.

The first art walk of 2025 is set for 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Feb. 20 in downtown Modesto.

Embark on a personalized journey through the vibrant world of art with the Modesto Art Walk. Dive into a myriad of venues at your own pace, exploring galleries, businesses, and organizations united in their mission to showcase the finest in artistic expression.

The Art Walk invites you to immerse yourself in a free and relaxed atmosphere, brimming with diverse artwork awaiting your discovery. While meandering through the streets, delight in the melodies of local musicians, savor delectable fare from downtown eateries, and peruse artwork available for purchase at local galleries and shops.

The art walks are the third Thursday of the month from February to October. For more information visit www.stanislausarts.org/3rd-thursday-art-walk.

Peruse and sample the more than 30 food vendors that will be out for the night at Street Eats Modesto.

The event is from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Feb. 21 at 800 Rose Avenue. Entrance is free.

Dutch Hollow Farms will host a spring craft fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 15 at the farm at 2500 Santa Fe Avenue in Modesto.

The event will feature more than 100 local vendors of arts and crafts, as well as foods. Entrance is free.

The Central West Ballet will perform “Pirates and Cowboys” on March 21 at the Grand Theatre Center for the Arts.

Come aboard for romance and swashbuckling adventures then brush off your cowboy hat and ride into the sunset! From joining Captain Hook’s ship as he plots revenge on his famous nemesis to an exciting saloon fight and journey to the south of the border to a Dia de los Muertos celebration.

The show starts at 7 p.m. and tickets range from $27 to $36. For tickets or more information visit atthegrand.org.