10 Great Dates

compiled by Katie Donahue

Disney on Ice: Toy Story 3

February 9-12, Stockton

Join Woody, Buzz, and all their pals in this new ice spectacular. Watch as your favorite toys escape from the toddlers of Sunnyside Daycare and try to fi nd their way home. Relive memorable moments from the original Toy Story and Toy Story 2, and get acquainted with new faces like Lots-O'-Huggin' Bear and Barbie's new beau, Ken. It will be a night of adventure, friendship and fun! Dates and times vary. $14-$65. Stockton Arena, 248 W. Fremont St., Stockton, (209) 373-1400, www.stocktonarena.com

McKee Student Art Contest & Exhibition

February 2-April 12, Stockton

Join the Haggin Museum for their 81st annual McKee Student Art Contest & Exhibition, the longest running student art contest in the nation. The exhibition was the vision of founding patron Robert T. McKee, and features the artwork of students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Hours vary. Adults $5, seniors/students/ kids $2.50. Free to museum members and children under 10. The Haggin Museum, 1201 Pershing Ave., Stockton, (209) 940-6300, www.thehagginmuseum.org

Stockton Thunder vs. Idaho Steelheads

February 4, Stockton

Come support Stockton's own hockey team and get rowdy with the Thunder mascot as you watch our boys battle the Idaho Steelheads on ice. You don't need to know much about hockey to take in the energy and excitement of this sport. The Thunder will also be giving away a free Thor soap dispenser to the first 1500 kids 12 years or under. 7:30 p.m. $7-$28. The Stockton Arena, 248 W. Fremont St., Stockton, (209)373-1400, www.stocktonarena.com

Play's Pink Pacific Men's & Women's Basketball

February 11, Stockton

This year the Pacific men and women's Basketball teams have joined forces to raise breast cancer awareness in San Joaquin County. Wear pink to the games to show your support. All proceeds will benefit the St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation. Women's team plays UC Irvine at 5 p.m. Men's team plays Cal State Northridge at 7:30 p.m. $6-12, kids under 12 are free. Alex G. Spanos Center, University of the Pacific, 3601 Pacific Ave., Stockton, (209) 946-2474, www.pacifictigers.com

 

 

 

Mike Epps

February 25, Stockton

Best known as the star of films such as Friday After Next and The Fighting Temptations, Mike Epps brings his I'm Still Standing tour to the Bob Hope Theatre for a night of hilarity. 7 p.m. $42.50- $53.50. Bob Hope Theatre, 242 E. Main St., Stockton, (209) 337- HOPE, www.bobhopetheatre.com

 

 

Valentine Pops: Steve Lippia in "Simply Sinatra"

February 11, Stockton

Let singer Steve Lippia get you into the spirit of Valentine's Day as he covers some of Sinatra's greatest hits, such as "The Way You Look Tonight" and "All the Way" backed by the fabulous Stockton Symphony. 6 p.m. $10-$45. Atherton Auditorium, San Joaquin Delta College, (209) 954-5110, www.stocktonsymphony.org

Wine and Chocolate Weekend

February 11-12, Lodi

Forty Lodi wineries will be on hand for a weekend of fun activities, chocolate, and wine. The person who unwraps the "golden ticket" will win a Wine Country Getaway or more than 100 other prizes. With your admission, you will receive a commemorative wine glass, chocolate, and entrance to the participating wineries all weekend. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $45 in advance, $55 at the door. Various locations, (209) 365-0621, www.lodiwineandchocolate.com

 

 

Fine Art Faculty Show

January 19-February 16, Stockton

The LH Horton Jr. Gallery at Delta College presents the works of their full time faculty. Among the mediums to be shown include sculpture, graphic art, photography and painting. Free. Hours vary. LH Horton Jr. Gallery, 5151 Pacifi c Ave., Stockton, (209) 954-5507, www.deltacollege.edu

Salute to the Rat Pack

February 19, Tracy

The music of Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin lives on in this show by entertainer Jonathan Poretz. 8 p.m. $21.25-$35. The Grand Theatre, 715 Central Ave., Tracy, (209) 831-6TKT , www.atthegrand.org

Franc D'Ambrosio

February 25, Tracy

Franc D'Ambrosio, best known for his role as the longest running Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber's Phantom of the Opera, brings a bit of Broadway to San Joaquin County this February. Theater lovers should not miss the opportunity to hear this star live and in person. 8 p.m. $20- $40. The Grand Theatre, 715 Central Ave., Tracy, (209) 831-6TKT, www.atthegrand.org