Family Friday: The Carnegie Arts Center is hosting a birthday party at 7 p.m. Friday to celebrate the arts center’s 15th anniversary. There will be cupcakes and art projects for the whole family. The Carnegie is located at 250 N. Broadway, Turlock.

300: The Turlock Community Theatre will present a viewing of the 2006 movie epic “300” at 7 p.m. Friday. This film details an epic battle set in 480 B.C. about a Spartan king who leads an outmanned force against Persian invaders intent on decimating their foes. For tickets, visit turlocktheatre.org.

The Barber of Seville: Opera Modesto will present the iconic chaotic comedy “The Barber of Seville,” with shows at 7:30 p.m. Friday and 2 p.m. Sunday at the Gallo Center for the Arts in downtown Modesto. For tickets, visit galloarts.org.

Assyrian Festival: The 12th annual Central Valley Assyrian Festival will be held Saturday and Sunday at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds. The festival offers free admission and free parking, inviting local residents and travelers alike to immerse themselves in authentic Assyrian traditions. The fairgrounds is located at 900 N. Broadway, Turlock.

Picnic at the Pops!: The Modesto Symphony Orchestra will present Picnic at the Pops! Country Hits: Songs from Nashville at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Gallo Grounds, 600 Yosemite Blvd., Modesto. This evening under the stars is an annual favorite. For tickets, visit galloarts.org.