Merced Arts Wrap for Jan. 2
Exhibits at the Arts Center
The Merced Multicultural Arts Center is hosting a group of exhibits by Martin Castro, Elaine Sachs and Edwin Macaraeg, along with “The Really Big Show” in the Arbor Gallery. The center is at 645 W. Main St. in downtown Merced. Entrance is free. The exhibit runs through Jan. 9; hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays.
For more information about the exhibit or the Merced County Arts Council, go to www.artsmerced.org or call (209) 388-1090.
Jack Hanna
Animal exhibiter Jack Hanna and his “Into the Wild Live” tour is coming to the Merced Theatre at 7 p.m. Jan. 16. During the show, Hanna will introduce the audience to some of the world’s animals, and share stories and exclusive footage from his worldwide adventures.
Tickets range from $20 to $35. The Merced Theatre is at 301 W. Main St.
Events at Kewl Cats
Kewl Cats, 1111 Motel Drive, has karaoke from 9:30 p.m. until closing, Monday through Thursday, and DJ/dancing from 8 p.m. to closing every Friday, no cover, ages 21 and up only. Doors open at 3 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays.
Winter dance social
A dance social is planned from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Merced Senior Community Center, 755 W. 15th St. A variety of swing, fox trot, Latin and polka tunes will be played by Gloria Coronas and George Rego. Cost is $8 per person, doors open at 1:30 and refreshments are available.
For more information, call (209) 723-0839.
Geronimo Getty
Los Angeles country/folk act Geronimo Getty is scheduled to perform at 9 p.m. Saturday at The Partisan, 432 W. Main St. Also scheduled to perform is The Do Its from Los Angeles. Admission is $5; ages 21 and up only.
Good Luck Thrift Store Outfit
The Good Luck Thrift Store Outfit is scheduled to perform at 8:30 p.m. on Jan. 24 at The Partisan, 432 W. Main St. Also scheduled to perform is the Jabronskis. Admission is $10; ages 21 and up only.
The Harmed Brothers
Portland indie-grass folk rock group the Harmed Brothers is scheduled to perform at 9 p.m. Jan. 10 at The Partisan, 432 W. Main St. Also scheduled is Tom VandenAvond. Tickets are $5 at the door. Must be age 21 or up to attend.
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This story was originally published January 1, 2015 at 4:00 PM with the headline "Merced Arts Wrap for Jan. 2."