URGENT UPDATE: Exciting community events are set to energize the Oakdale, Riverbank, and Escalon areas in the coming days! Residents are urged to participate in these engaging activities that promise fun, socialization, and connection.
First on the agenda, the Golden Agers dance group is expanding its reach! Every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., adults aged 55 and older are invited to the Riverbank Community Center for dancing, live music, and socializing. With fees starting at just $5 for members, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss! Located at 3600 Santa Fe St., Riverbank, the group welcomes newcomers, so drop by and join the fun.
Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated seventh annual I.M.D.E.S. crab feed happening on Saturday, Feb. 21. The event will take place at the I.M.D.E.S. Portuguese Hall, located at 5748 Albers Road, Oakdale. The social hour kicks off at 5 p.m., followed by dinner at 6 p.m., and live music from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Individual tickets are available for $70, or reserve a table for eight at $600. For more details, contact Mike and Elizabeth Taylor at 209-568-2871 or Cherilyn Bairos at 209-496-1134.
For those looking to combine exercise with social interaction, join the Escalon Senior Fun Bunch, also known as the Senior Steppers. They gather every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9 a.m. at Bob and Dena Lease Park, located at the corner of Justin Drive and Mission Street. This friendly group encourages seniors to walk together, converse, and enjoy the outdoors.
Don’t miss the Community Dance Band performance on Thursday, Feb. 26, at 6:30 p.m. at the Gladys Lemmons Senior Community Center, 450 E. A St., Oakdale. The event is free and open to all ages. Come enjoy an evening of swing band music and feel free to dance along!
Also, the monthly Irish music jam, known as a Ceilidh, is hosted by the lively group at Brennan’s Parlor. Join them on the third Monday of each month from 6 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. at H Bar B Saloon, located at 401 E. F St., Oakdale. This is a fantastic opportunity for music enthusiasts to play, sing, or simply enjoy Celtic music.
Additionally, the Oakdale Widowed Persons Group invites all local widows and widowers to their monthly breakfast on the first Saturday at 9 a.m. and lunch on the third Tuesday at 1 p.m.. Call for specific locations. This group fosters a supportive environment for those navigating life after loss. For more information, contact Barbara at 209-318-5100.
The area’s TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) weight loss support group meets in Oakdale every Monday morning from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at 7450 River Road, Suite 4, Oakdale. Open to the public, this group is dedicated to helping individuals improve their health through sensible weight management. Visit www.tops.org for additional details.
Finally, local musicians are invited to join the Jammers group at Medlen’s House of Beef, located in Oakdale. They gather on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month at 3 p.m. for an afternoon full of music and camaraderie, wrapping up around 6 p.m.. Acoustic musicians are encouraged to bring their instruments and join the fun while the public is welcome to listen and sing along—no cost to attend!
Stay tuned and participate in these vibrant community gatherings that bring people together, foster new friendships, and celebrate local culture!
