JANUARY CALENDAR

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WHAT TO SEE AND DO IN SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY THIS MONTH

BY NORA HESTON TARTE

JANUARY 12, 7-9 PM The Harlem Globetrotters at The Stockton Arena

See these skilled players take to the court and entertain fans with their creative dunks, jumps, and spins. It’s all part of the Spread Game Tour, part of the original Harlem Globetrotters franchise, which originated in 1926. 248 W. Fremont St., Stockton

JANUARY 28, 8:30-11 AM St. Joseph’s Fun Run/Walk for Wellness

Participants at this event, sponsored by Pacific Homecare Services, can choose between a 5K or fun run/walk through picturesque University Park. Entrance fees include a t-shirt, swag bag, photo downloads, food, and a chance to win prizes, not to mention medals in various age categories. Proceeds will benefit the St. Joseph's Cancer Institute. 782 E. Harding Way, Stockton

JANUARY 14, 6 PM Mata’Irea Polynesian Cultural Preservation 11th Annual Crab Feed

‘Tis the season for crab feeds. Enjoy marinated Dungeness steamed crab, pasta, salad, and bread while supporting a good cause. The benefit will be held at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds by Mata’Irea Polynesian Cultural Preservation. The event will include a performance by Tamari’I Mata’Irea. Tickets are $70 per person. 1658 S. Airport Way., Stockton

ELLIOT ERWITT: DOG DOGS AT THE HAGGIN MUSEUM

THROUGH JANUARY 15 Photographer Elliot Erwitt celebrates a love of dogs with a 50+ photograph collection on display at The Haggin Museum. 1201 N. Pershing Ave., Stockton

OIL PAINTING CLASS WITH MARILYN EGER

JANUARY 4, 18, 9 AM-NOON If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to paint with oils, now is your chance. Marilyn Eger teaches several artistic principles while participants create their own piece of art. 110 W. Pine St., Lodi

CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF

JANUARY 19-FEBRUARY 5 Stockton Civic Theatre is bringing this classic show to our city with a local production of the timeless drama. Rated R. 2312 Rosemarie Ln., Stockton

THE LODI HOME IMPROVEMENT SHOW

JANUARY 20-22 Do you have a home project as one of your New Year’s resolutions? Lodi is making it easy with The Lodi Home Improvement Show, a vendorheavy event that puts all of the resources home owners need when considering reservation in one place. 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi

STOCKTON SYMPHONY: STEPPIN OUT

JANUARY 24-26 The Stockton Symphony's Steppin' Out series takes place at The Atherton Auditorium at San Joaquin Delta College January 24 and 25 and again at Hutchins Street Square on January 26. Multiple Locations

DAVID GARIBALDI – PAINT WITH PURPOSE

JANUARY 28, 6-8 PM For David Garibaldi, art is performative. This one-night show blends on-stage painting with music, turning out large scale portraits in minutes. Proceeds benefit the Animal Protection League, Haggin Museum, and The Stockton Symphony. 242 E. Main St., Stockton

COMEDY Jerry Seinfeld at The Bob Hope Fox Theatre

JANUARY 27, 7-9 PM Get ready to laugh with this classic comic as he comes to Stockton for one night only. Utilizing his brand of sarcastic humor to entertain the masses, you never know when you—or someone you know—will becomes part of the show as Jerry picks his victims from the crowd (all in good fun, of course). 242 E. Main St., Stockton

LOVE & ELEGANCE – STOCKTON WINTER BRIDAL SHOWCASE

JANUARY 22, 2-6 PM Do you have a wedding to plan? Get a head start with this all-in-one showcase at Stockton Golf & Country Club. 3800 Country Club Blvd., Stockton

SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY 6TH ANNUAL END IT SUMMIT

JANUARY 11, 8:30 AM-3 PM Attend a summit at the San Joaquin County Office of Education to learn more about how to help in the fight against human trafficking. 2707 Transworld Dr., Stockton

MANTECA TOY-ANIMECOMIC CON

JANUARY 21, 11 AM-4 PM Kids 10 and younger come free. Wear your best costume and participate in contests to win prizes. 1028 W. Yosemite Ave., Manteca

FOOD Lobster Boil

JANUARY 28, 4-10 PM What’s better than a lobster boil? How about one that benefits a good cause? The Hospice of San Joaquin's Stockton Butterfly Auxiliary event invites locals to dig in to a tasty dinner while also enjoying entertainment, live music, and dancing. The event is for those 21 and over. Call Linda Dillion at (209) 406-9308 for tickets. 9650 Thornton Rd., Stockton