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Modesto-bred Timothy Olyphant is about to wreak ‘Havoc’ in Netflix thriller

19 hours ago | modbee.com | Pat Clark

Modesto-bred actor Timothy Olyphant has a “malevolent” role in a Netflix movie premiering Friday, April 25. “Havoc” stars Tom Hardy as “a jaded detective” who tangles with mob figures, according to a story on UPROXX. “With a 105-minute runtime, Havoc is described as ‘a high octane action thriller’ with a malevolent Timothy Olyphant included as a bonus,” according to the story. It’s directed by Gareth Evans, who won acclaim for his action flick “The Raid: Redemption” and its sequel.
Brothers from superstar Motown group bring hits to Modesto. Who, when

1 day ago | modbee.com | Pat Clark

Original members of iconic Motown band The Jackson 5 bring the group’s hits to the Gallo Center in Modesto. Opera Modesto offers the comedic “Falstaff,” and a Cinco de Mayo celebration is planned. These are just some of the entertainment options in the Stanislaus County region from Aug. 26 through May 2. The Jacksons recently celebrated 50 years as one of the most successful groups in music history, starting out as the Jackson 5. It had four debut singles that reached No. 1 on the charts.
Community celebration set for return to Modesto, packed with activities and more

1 week ago | modbee.com | Pat Clark

Spring gets particularly green in Modesto as the annual Earth Day in the Park returns. Music, theater and more make up other entertainment options in the region for April 19-25. The City of Modesto’s Earth Day in the Park is a community event to celebrate sustainability and environmentalism. Held at Graceada Park, it’s set to feature music, games, local mascots, recycling trivia, a chance to meet City Council members and the mayor, and more.
Big-name comedians coming to Modesto theater. When, how to get tickets

1 week ago | modbee.com | Pat Clark

The Gallo Center for the Arts’ remaining season has gained two household-name comedians. Jeff Foxworthy will play at 5 p.m. June 1, his first-ever performance at the downtown Modesto venue, according to its website. Limited tickets, $77-$147, remain for his show. Foxworthy has been part of the popular Blue Collar Comedy tours, films and broadcasts. He’s known for his jokes about rednecks, family interactions and human nature, the website says.
Big-name comedians coming to Modesto theater. When, how to get tickets

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Pat Clark

More high schoolers are taking college classes — but no surprise which students benefit mostStudents tap on their keyboards as a professor lectures at the front of the room. It looks like any other college course, except that it’s taking …
Fruit Yard adds fifth show to 2025 season lineup in Modesto. See who, when

1 week ago | modbee.com | Pat Clark

Country singer John Pardi is the latest artist added to the Fruit Yard Amphitheater’s upcoming season lineup. He’ll play at 7:30 p.m. June 28 at the Modesto venue. Tickets go on sale to the public Friday, April 18. Pardi’s modernized honky-tonk music includes the hits “Dirt on My Boots,” “Head Over Boots,” “Heartache on the Dance Floor,” “Heartache Medication,” ”Ain’t Always the Cowboy,” ”Last Night Lonely” and others.
Time for community Easter egg hunts across the Modesto region. Where and when

1 week ago | modbee.com | Pat Clark

It’s time for kids to grab those baskets and get ready for the hunt in the greater Modesto region. Easter eggs are the target and there will be plenty of places for little ones to run around in search of the treasures. Many community Easter egg hunts feature more activities, including visits by the Easter Bunny. Following is a look at just some of the places holding events in the area, with most on Saturday, but also a couple on Easter day itself.
Fruit Yard adds fifth show to 2025 season lineup in Modesto. See who, when

1 week ago | ca.news.yahoo.com | Pat Clark

Country singer Jon Pardi is the latest artist added to the Fruit Yard Amphitheater’s upcoming season lineup. He’ll play at 7:30 p.m. June 28 at the Modesto venue. Tickets go on sale to the public Friday, April 18. Pardi’s modernized honky-tonk music includes the hits “Dirt on My Boots,” “Head Over Boots,” “Heartache on the Dance Floor,” “Heartache Medication,” ”Ain’t Always the Cowboy,” ”Last Night Lonely” and others. He joins Chris Young (May 9), Smokey Robinson (June 13), “Weird Al” Yankovic (Aug.
Word is out on this Modesto gem. It has animals, insects and a planetarium

1 week ago | modbee.com | Pat Clark

Inside Look is a Modesto Bee series where we take readers behind the scenes at restaurants, new businesses, local landmarks and news stories. Right before my son moved away for college, we finally visited the Great Valley Museum. I’d been lax in taking him there, at the Modesto Junior College West Campus, so we made it a point to finally go that summer. It was bittersweet. Sweet because we enjoyed the museum and its exhibits, particularly its Science on a Sphere (more on that later).
Word is out on this Modesto gem. It has animals, insects and a planetarium

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Pat Clark

Inside Look is a Modesto Bee series where we take readers behind the scenes at restaurants, new businesses, local landmarks and news stories. Right before my son moved away for college, we finally visited the Great Valley Museum. I’d been lax in taking him there, at the Modesto Junior College West Campus, so we made it a point to finally go that summer. It was bittersweet. Sweet because we enjoyed the museum and its exhibits, particularly its Science on a Sphere (more on that later).