10 Great Dates

Things Remembered

March 2-April 24, Lodi
The craft of four Northern California artists, known for their work with pastels, is featured in “Things Remembered,” as they recall their favorite subjects to explore and paint. Kim Lordier, Gil Dellinger, Clark Mitchell, and Terri Ford are among national award-winning painters and members of the Pastel Society of America. Opening reception with the artists, March 6, 1-4 p.m. Knowlton Gallery, 115 S. School St., Ste. 14, Lodi, (209) 368-5123, www.knowltongallery.com

Fate and Triumph

March 11 and 13, Stockton
Fate and Triumph mix together in the Stockton Symphony’s performance, the fourth in their Classic Series. Works presented include a world premiere of a piece by Turok, highlighting the brass ensemble section, a cello concerto by Shostakovich, and Symphony No.5 by Tchaikovsky. A “meet the maestro” sneak peek starts 45 minutes before each show. $10-$15. Various showtimes. Delta College, 5151 Pacific Ave., Stockton, (209) 954-5110, www.stocktonsymphony.org

The 19th Annual Trivia Bee

March 12, Stockton
With this year’s theme “Lights, Camera, Literacy!” come watch the battle of the minds and costumes, as teams compete in the entertaining Trivia Bee, to win the Bee Bobble Head Award. The festive night includes a buffet dinner, silent auctions, and raffle prizes, to benefit the Library and Literacy Foundation. Audience members are encouraged to participate to win awards for Best Costume, Best Team Name, and Best Decorated Table.

$20 advance, $25 at the door, $550 for a team of 3 to participate. 5 p.m. Spanos Center at University of the Pacific, 3601 Pacific Ave., Stockton, (209) 937-7196, www.stockton.lib.ca.us

The Pink Panther

March 19, Stockton
Enjoy the 1963 film The Pink Panther, starring Peter Sellers as the charming yet clumsy French detective Inspector Jacques Clouseau making blunderous moves to protect the Pink Panther. Friends of The Fox present the classic movie, with an organ concert featuring Tom Thompson on the “Mighty Morton.” $4-$8. 7 p.m. Bob Hope Theatre, 242 E. Main St., Stockton, (209) 337-HOPE, www.bobhopetheatre.com

Spring Art Show

March 20-21, Acampo
More than 100 works of art will be displayed in the wine barrel room at Woodbridge Winery, including pieces from children in the Lodi Community Art Center scholarship program. Preview the show at a fundraiser March 19, 6-8 p.m., at the winery. Tickets are $35.00 each, and proceeds go towards scholarships, art demonstrations, workshops, and classes the center hosts throughout the year. Free. 12-5 p.m. Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi, 5950 E. Woodbridge Rd., Acampo, (209) 333-3855, www.lodiartcenter.org

The Galleria

March 21, Stockton
Uncover bridal treasures at The Galleria, a special events bridal showcase. Fashion, flowers, hair and makeup, desserts and cakes, and everything to make your wedding a special day will be on-hand. $10 admission, discount tickets available on the website. 1-5 p.m. Lexington Plaza Waterfront Hotel, 110 W. Fremont St., Stockton, (209) 475-9161, www.heirloomevents.com

Lodi Spring Wine Show

March 26-27, Lodi
Offering the best of the Valley’s vino, the Lodi Spring Wine Show is in its thirtieth year. Sample hundreds of wines, from over fifty wineries, alongside beer tasting from local breweries, hors d’oeuvres, music, and vendors. Enter for a chance to win the Ultimate Wine Basket, stocked with over 100 bottles of wine. $25 advance, $30 door. 6-9 p.m. Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, (209) 369-2771, www.grapefestival.com

Tribute to Simon and Garfunkel

March 28, Lodi
Recall and relive the hits of Simon and Garfunkel as musical tribute duo Mark W. Curran and Tom Haney sing the lyrics and play the music of the great folk singers. Hear the sweet sounding history that spans a fifty year career, performed on acoustic guitars and even join in for some sing-a-longs to Simon and Garfunkel favorites such as “Mrs. Robinson,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” and “America.” $29-$42, 3 p.m. Hutchins Street Square, 125 S. Hutchins St., Lodi, (209) 333-5550, www.hutchinsstreetsquare.com

Hairspray!

April 1, Stockton
Teenager Tracy Trunblad tackles integrating a national TV show and teenage love in this Broadway musical, when the bubbly outcast lands a coveted spot to dance on the popular Corny Collins show, thrusting her into instant stardom. Hop to the Bob Hope Theatre to see the comedy, armed with dance moves to thrill. $33-$58. 7:30 p.m. Bob Hope Theatre, 242 E. Main St., Stockton, (209) 337-HOPE, www.bobhopetheatre.com

Soweto Gospel Choir

April 3, Tracy
The fifty-two member choir, accompanied by a four-piece band and percussion section performs traditional and modern song and dance reflecting the culture of South Africa, singing in six of the nation’s eleven official languages. $25-$45. 8 p.m. Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave., Tracy, (209) 831-6858, www.atthegrand.org