Free Community Events

The fun is always on us at our special Community Events. Come join us!


Pet Adoption Event with Kate's Furreka Rescue

PILATES AT THE MUSIC GARDEN WITH STUDIO V

Get invigorated, get energized, get in SHAPE with Studio V Pilates on the first Saturday of every month this summer! What a wonderful way to have fun and enjoy great company in the Modesto Rotary Music Garden.

$15 suggested donation per person per class. Proceeds benefit the Gallo Center! Book online at Studio V's website.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

6/3/23, 7/1/23, 8/5/23, 9/2/23, & 10/7/23

9-9:45am

STANISLAUS COUNTY LIBRARY STORYTIME IN THE MORO MUSIC GARDEN

STANISLAUS COUNTY LIBRARY STORYTIME IN THE MORO MUSIC GARDEN

The Stanislaus County Library brings their wonderful storytime outdoors in the Modesto Rotary Music Garden. Come hear new and classic picture books, dance and make music, and participate in other fun activities. Open to preschoolers aged 3-5 and their caregivers.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

6/14/23, 7/12/23, 8/9/23, 9/13/23, 10/11/23

10:30-11 am

MONDAY LUNCHTIME DRUM CIRCLE WITH DRUM LOVE

MONDAY LUNCHTIME DRUM CIRCLE WITH DRUM LOVE

Join us for our monthly Monday afternoon drum circle in the Modesto Rotary Music Garden. Grab some lunch then join the fun. Take an adult recess!

Bring your own drum/percussion/found sound or use one of ours. Free event. Everyone welcome. More information at www.drum-love.com.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

6/12/23, 7/10/23, 8/14/23, 9/11/23, 10/16/23, 11/13/23, 12/11/23, 2/12/24, 3/11/24, 4/15/24, 5/13/24, 6/10/24

12-1:30 pm

COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE WITH DRUM LOVE

COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE WITH DRUM LOVE

Join us the third Saturday of each month in the Modesto Rotary Music Garden for a family-friendly community drum circle using in-the-moment music as the format for connecting people together in the magic of rhythm.

Bring a drum/percussion/found sound or use one of ours. Free event. Everyone welcome. More information at www.drum-love.com.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

6/17/23, 7/15/23, 8/19/23, 9/16/23, 10/21/23, 11/18/23, 12/16/23, 1/20/24, 2/17/24, 3/16/24, 4/20/24, 5/18/24, 6/15/24

11 am-12:30 pm

The Vibes

Brown Bag Concert Series

THE VIBES

Joe Barretta and Gary Nelson on guitars and vocals, Steve Ashman on bass and David Rogers on drums perform originals and covers in a surprising, experimental way.

Presented by Yogurt Mill. Sponsored by Oak Valley Community Bank and Downtown Modesto Partnership.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

July 7, 2023

12 noon

Zoey Rae

Brown Bag Concert Series

ZOEY RAE

An award-winning performer who captures audiences with a powerful, soulful voice and eclectic taste spanning R&B, pop, rock, country, soul and folk.

Presented by Yogurt Mill. Sponsored by Oak Valley Community Bank and Downtown Modesto Partnership.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

July 14, 2023

12 noon

Jake

Brown Bag Concert Series

JAKE

He’s a seasoned singer-songwriter with influences ranging from James Taylor to Frank Zappa, offering a heavy dose of folk with a sprinkling other genres.

Presented by Yogurt Mill. Sponsored by Oak Valley Community Bank and Downtown Modesto Partnership.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

July 21, 2023

12 noon

MAPUANA

Brown Bag Concert Series

MAPUANA

Her soft and mature soulful vocal style, coupled with her versatile guitar skills, sets a mood that embraces audiences in a comfortable, relaxing way.

Presented by Yogurt Mill. Sponsored by Oak Valley Community Bank and Downtown Modesto Partnership.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

July 28, 2023

12 noon

FULL MOON DRUM CIRCLE WITH DRUM LOVE

FULL MOON DRUM CIRCLE WITH DRUM LOVE

Under the light of the full moon, let us celebrate the release and completion of another cycle of astronomical rhythm with a drum circle in the Modesto Rotary Music Garden.

Bring your own drum/percussion/instrument or use one of ours. More information at www.drum-love.com.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

8/1/23, 9/29/23, 11/27/23, 3/25/24, 4/23/24, 5/23/24

6-7:30 pm

TÈA NOELLE

Brown Bag Concert Series

TÈA NOELLE

This singer-songwriter has a warm, sultry vibe, smooth, refined vocals, and superb acoustic guitar skills. Think ‘indie R&B with a jazzy pop flow.’

Presented by Yogurt Mill. Sponsored by Oak Valley Community Bank and Downtown Modesto Partnership.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

August 4, 2023

12 noon

SCOTT PATRICK

Brown Bag Concert Series

SCOTT PATRICK

Scott is an indie-folk/country artist from the Foothills. Captivating melodies and lyrics about love and heartbreak demonstrate his sheer passion for music.

Presented by Yogurt Mill. Sponsored by Oak Valley Community Bank and Downtown Modesto Partnership.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

August 11, 2023

12 noon

CHAZ AND JESS

Brown Bag Concert Series

CHAZ AND JESS

This acoustic duo performs pre-war Delta and Country Blues, with an aim to keep the genre alive by sharing it with others—and their joyful playing style!

Presented by Yogurt Mill. Sponsored by Oak Valley Community Bank and Downtown Modesto Partnership.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

August 18, 2023

12 noon

PATTY CASTILLO DAVIS

Brown Bag Concert Series

PATTY CASTILLO DAVIS

A favorite singer-songwriter across the valley, she’s a three-time Modesto Area Music Award winner who plays Americana-style music with a soulful take.

Presented by Yogurt Mill. Sponsored by Oak Valley Community Bank and Downtown Modesto Partnership.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

August 25, 2023

12 noon

WESTERN BOUND

Brown Bag Concert Series

WESTERN BOUND

Modesto’s favorite honky-tonk band has opened for Kellie Pickler, Marshall Tucker Band and more. You’ll just love their ‘hot-rodded country’ sound.

Presented by Yogurt Mill. Sponsored by Oak Valley Community Bank and Downtown Modesto Partnership.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

September 1, 2023

12 noon

WESTON PERRY

Brown Bag Concert Series

WESTON PERRY

A Tennessee native who learned old-time country, bluegrass and blues from his granddad, he brought his rich music roots from Memphis to Modesto!

Presented by Yogurt Mill. Sponsored by Oak Valley Community Bank and Downtown Modesto Partnership.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

September 8, 2023

12 noon

RAMANA VIEIRA

Brown Bag Concert Series

RAMANA VIEIRA

Ramana is a Californian with Portuguese roots who performs Fado, the unique music of Portugal. “A new-age fadista,” says The New York Times.

Presented by Yogurt Mill. Sponsored by Oak Valley Community Bank and Downtown Modesto Partnership.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

September 15, 2023

12 noon

TONY & THE TUFF TIMES

Brown Bag Concert Series

TONY & THE TUFF TIMES

Here’s a Chicago-style blues band fronted by Tony Westlake’s harmonica and vocals, combining classic 20s blues with their own contemporary tunes.

Presented by Yogurt Mill. Sponsored by Oak Valley Community Bank and Downtown Modesto Partnership.

Modesto Rotary Music Garden

September 22, 2023

12 noon