KFCF Community Calendar: Updated 1/16/26
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DAILY CALENDAR
(Multiple Day and Ongoing Events are at end of posting)
Friday, January 16th
The Reedley Peace Center will meet at 6:30 pm with a brief update on the website project that is in the works and then they will write news-boosting postcards to send. The Center is located at The Fellowship Hall of First Mennonite Church, located on L Street between 12th and 13th Streets in Reedley. For more information, contact Hope Nisly or Jennifer Deibert at reedleypeacecenter@gmail.com.
Friday, January 16th
The annual Garlanding Ceremony takes place from 11:45 am -12:45 pm at Courthouse Park,1100 Van Ness Avenue, Fresno. There will be a Welcome presented by District 3 Councilmember Miguel Arias and County Supervisor Luis Chavez, with Keynote Speaker Dr. Michele Cantwell-Copher, Fresno County Superintendent of Schools. The ceremony will also feature the King Elementary School Dancers and over 150 students from Fresno Unified and other local school districts. For more information, contact Dr. Sudarshan Kapoor at (559) 435-2212 or Gail Gaston at (559) 681-3140.
Saturday, January 17th
There will be a Global Day of Action and Protest a Global Day of Action in Solidarity with Venezuela. No War, No Overthrow, No Coup, No Sanctions! Several local organizations are calling for an end to U.S. hostility toward Venezuela, including sanctions, threats, & war. U.S. pressure on Venezuela is escalating, risking another war for oil! The world community has been stunned by the illegal operation which resulted in the kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro. Activists and residents of Fresno believe this was a military action disguised as a police operation and based on entirely false pretexts. The toll in human lives of the attacks on civilian vessels and the Venezuelan homeland has already surpassed 200; this is only the beginning.
Several organizations are coming together to voice their concerns and raise the alarm regarding the increasing willingness of the Trump Administration to use military violence to seize the land and riches of otherwise impoverished and developing nations. Beyond Venezuela, South America including Colombia, Brazil, Cuba, Nicaragua and even Mexico have already been warned. Participating groups include Raza Against War, Women's International League for Peace and Freedom, Peace Fresno, Veterans for Peace Chapter 180, Kings Canyon Indivisible, Fresno Center for Nonviolence, Back From The Brink, and others. Note that while Peace Fresno normally holds a weekly peace demonstration on Saturdays, 3:00 - 4:30, at Nees & Blackstone, they will be at SHIELDS & Blackstone on January 17 for the Global Day of Action in solidarity with Venezuela. For up-to-date events in the Fresno area, including emergency ICE protests, visit https://centralvalleycommunityaction.wordpress.com.
Saturday, January 17th
The Iranian Culture & Art Club (Kanoon) invites you to a candlelight vigil from 6-7 p.m. at Blackstone & Nees in support of the people of Iran for the overthrow of the Islamic government.
Saturday, January 17th
The Clovis Police Department Community Breakfast takes place from 9:00 – 10:30 am at Clovis Veterans Memorial District, 808 4th Street, Clovis. Keynote Speaker is Dr. Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval, President, California State University, Fresno. Tickets are $5 each (pre-payment required). For more information contact Erin Ford-Horio at (559) 324-2476 or erinf@clovisca.gov.
Saturday, January 17th
There will be a Community Leadership Event at Fresno City College from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The FCC TRIO/Upward Bound Program presents an MLK Celebration at 1101 E. University Ave. (in the Old Administration Building Auditorium), followed by a prayer walk and vigil at MLK school at 3 p.m.
Sunday, January 18th
A Countdown to King Rally starts at 1 p.m. with a Spirit-filled worship service that includes music and an encouraging message of peace, unity, equality and love. It takes place at Impact Church, 1461 N. Chestnut Avenue, Fresno, CA. For more information, contact edwardthomas858@icloud.com.
Sunday, January 18th
The annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Peace Vigil starts at 2:00 pm at Impact Church, 1461 N. Chestnut Avenue, Fresno. For more information contact Pastor Edward Thomas at (559) 473-5493.
Sunday, January 18th
TBM Ministries and Central Valley Music & Arts Collective invites you to The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Gospel Explosion, starting at 4 p.m. at Westside Church of God.
Monday, January 19th
The annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community March is from 9:30 - 10:45 am starting at St. John’s Cathedral, 2814 Mariposa Street, Fresno. Marchers will assemble at 9:30 am and the march begins at 10:00 am, stops at Fresno City Hall, then proceeds to Veterans Memorial Auditorium (2425 Fresno Street) where the program will conclude.
Parade Marshall is Mona Tatum and the King Elementary School Dancers. For more information contact James Lett III at (559) 284- 6420 or Gail Gaston at (559) 681-3140.
Monday, January 19th
The annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration Program and Community Awards takes place from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm at Veterans Memorial Auditorium, 2425 Fresno Street, Fresno. Join them to celebrate the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his contributions to community diversity and our enriched culture. The program will include the presentation of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Awardees (Education Award - Dr. Lisa Mitchell; Civil Service Award - Dr. Peter Robertson; Kimber Community Service Award - Black Women Organized for Political Action (BWOPA), music, and a fireside chat with Central USD Superintendent, Dr. Mark Marshall. This year’s host is ABC 30’s Jessica EHarrington. For more information contact Terri Kimber Edwards at (559) 908-0639 or Eric Payne at Eric.paynecmc@gmail.com.
Monday, January 19th
The Revolutionary MLK Organizing Committee is sponsoring this evening event honoring the Revolutionary spirit of MLK. This year's theme: From Non Violence to Black Power. Panelists include: Dr. Malik Simba, Homer Gee Greene, Irene Parra Serrano, and Stan Santos. It takes place at the Free AME Church, 806 Collins, Fresno, from 3-5 p.m. with a Q & A to follow. It’s a potluck with a birthday cake provided. This is a multi generation event and all ages are welcome! For more information, contact Rev. Floyd Harris at 559-790-4277.
Wednesday, January 21st through Saturday, January 24th
The 46th Annual Eco-Farm Conference takes place at the Asilomar Conference Grounds in Pacific Grove, California, from January 21st through 24th 2026. At the Conference you can connect with more than 1,500 organic, biodynamic, and regenerative farmers, ranchers, and industry leaders from across California. With 60+ workshops, keynotes, and discussion groups, there's something for everyone! Active farmers and ranchers can apply for discounted registration. For more information go to www.eco-farm.org.
Friday, January 23rd
Cineculture invites you to a screening of the film “ Beate” (2018), with discussant: Dr. Andrea Polegato. Partially inspired by several true stories, the comedy Beate, by Italian film director Samad Zarmandili, is a modern social fairytale set in Northeastern Italy. When the employees of the Veronica lingerie factory discover they are about to be fired, they take matters into their own hands and “borrow” equipment to produce their own garment line. Led by plucky forewoman, Armida (Donatella Finocchiaro, Angela, Terraferma, The Wedding Director), they are determined to overcome the odds and make their business a success despite their lack of resources. Nearby, in the “Convent of the Holy Mantle", a handful of nuns skilled in the art of embroidery and devoted to a mummified body of a “blessed one”, are in danger of being transferred because they do not have enough money to secure the property, while the unscrupulous and greedy mayor – also the owner of the Veronica factory – wants to develop a luxury resort where this convent resides. Together, to oppose their unfortunate turns, they join forces for a surprising collaboration: an artisanal line of sexy embroidered lingerie. They soon come under attack from the owner of Veronica, the developer, and the convent’s Mother Superior, from whom the operation had to be kept secret. However, for things to go in the right direction, they must all pray for a miracle from the “blessed one,” who has yet to provide proof of even one. In Italian with English subtitles. To view the trailer go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qt_9fKyY494. The screening is at 5:30 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building) and is free of charge and open to the public. Parking enforcement is suspended after 4 p.m. on Fridays.
Saturday, January 24th
Feel the excitement as you dance and listen to the next generation of traditional Armenian musicians, the Kef Time Legacy Band. On Saturday, January 24, 2026, doors will open at 5:30pm to the elegant banquet halls of Regency Event Center in Clovis, CA, followed by a dinner served at 6:30PM. The dinner menu includes Beef Filet Kebab, Chicken Kebab, Pilaf, Cheese Boreg, Salad, & Pita Bread. The Kef Time Legacy Band features Phillip Hagopian-Oud & Vocals, Michael Kamalian-Clarinet, Andrew Hagopian-Dumbegs & Vocals, Mal Barsamian-Guitar, and Jim Karagozian-Kanun. The band will entertain the audience from 8pm until Midnight. Proceeds will benefit the Armenian Studies Program at Fresno State. All tickets include live music, dinner, and no-host bar ALL NIGHT! Admission costs for the evening are: $60.00 for Students (25 and Under), $75.00 for Adults, $750.00 for a Full Table (10 People), and $900.00 for a Sponsored Table (10 People). DANCE-ONLY TICKETS are priced at $50 for adults and $30 for Students. Sponsored tables include front row seating, 2 bottles of wine, the name of the Organization/Individual displayed on the event website and printed on a banner for the evening of the event. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR. Tickets and more information are available at www.keftimefresno.com.
Saturday, January 24th
The Westside Theatre in Newman, CA, invites you to Long Time starting at 8:00pm.
Northern California’s only Boston tribute band, Long Time recaptures the celestial guitar sounds, heavenly harmony vocals, and the outer worldly organ solos with space age accuracy. To purchase tickets and for more information, go to https://www.ticketleap.events/events/westsidetheatre.
Wednesday, January 28th
Fresno Pacific University invites you to a talk by Johann Matthies, Ph.D., FPU alum and European leader of Multiply (formerly MB Mission). He will be speaking during the FPU Chapel at 10:50 a.m. Matthies will share stories and insights from a life dedicated to mobilizing people and agencies who seek to summon all to radical discipleship. Located at the FPU Main Campus in the Special Events Center, 1717 S, Chestnut Ave., Fresno. This is a free event, no registration required. It will be followed by a luncheon from 12:00-1:30 p.m. This too is free to attend but registration is required. Limited seating available. Sign up at fpu.edu/heritage2026.
Friday, January 30th
The Reedley Peace Center is offering a 6:30 p.m. screening of the film “No Other
Land.” This film made by a Palestinian-Israeli collective shows the destruction of the occupied West Bank's Masafer Yatta by Israeli soldiers and the alliance which develops between the Palestinian activist Basel and Israeli journalist Yuval. And throughout January, the Peace Center will host an exhibit called “Why We Record: Defying Fragmentation and Erasure in Palestine." This will be shown in the Art and Soul Gallery at First Mennonite Church. It will be a companion piece to the film “No Other Land.” Reedley Peace Center is located in the Fellowship Hall of First Mennonite Church, located on L Street between 12th and 13th Streets in Reedley. A suggested donation of $5 is requested. Bring a snack to share; drinks will be provided. For more information, contact Hope Nisly or Jennifer Deibert at reedleypeacecenter@gmail.com.
Friday, January 30th
Cineculture invites you to a screening of “O Menino Mundo” (Boy and the World) (2014), with discussant Dr. Adán Ávalos. O Menino Mundo, Brazilian artist Alê Abreu’s Academy Award-nominated masterpiece, is a riotous explosion of music and color, a breathtakingly original and vibrant cinematic experience that depicts the wonders and struggles of the modern world as seen through the eyes of Cuca, a young boy. Cuca’s cozy rural life is shattered when his father leaves for the city, prompting him to embark on a quest to reunite his family. The young boy’s journey unfolds like a tapestry, the animation taking on greater complexity as his small world expands. Entering civilization, industrial landscapes are inhabited by animal-like machines, with barrios of decoupage streets and shop windows, and flashing neon advertisements that illuminate the night. The story depicts a clash between village and city, handcrafted and mechanized, rich and poor – and throughout the tumult, the heart and soul of the people beat on as a song. This wonderful and whimsical animation was the 2016 Oscar nominee for Best Animated Feature Film and Best International Feature Film. In Portuguese with English subtitles. To view the trailer go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqdrwu0NvY8.
Thursday, February 5th
Fresno Pacific University invites you the Jean & Louis Janzen Visiting Writer Series featuring New York Times bestselling author Kate Baer, hosted by the Fine Arts and Humanities Department at FPU. Baer will conduct a free reading followed by a book-signing reception. The event is at 7:00 p.m. at the FPU Main Campus in the Warkentine Culture & Arts Center’s Lin Family Performance Studio, 1717 S, Chestnut Ave., Fresno. This is a free event, no registration required.
Friday, February 6th
The Fresno Art Museum is holding its Opening Reception for its Winter/Spring 2026 Exhibitions. The Reception is from 5-8 pm with a no-host bar serving wine, beer and hors d’oeuvres following talks in the Bonner Auditorium. This event is free for members or $25 for non-members. Purchase tickets in advance at bit.ly/3NAXGRp. The Fresno Art Museum is at 2233 N. First St. Go to www.fresnoartmuseum.org for more information.
Friday, February 6th
Cineculture invites you to a screening of “The Third Act” (2025) with discussant Tadashi Nakamura (Director). Generations of artists call director Robert A. Nakamura “The Godfather of Asian American film,” but his son, “Tad” (for Tadashi), calls him “Dad”. As the filmmaking son of a filmmaking legend, Tad uses the lessons his dad taught him to decipher the legacy of an aging man who was a child survivor of the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans, a successful photographer who gave it up to tell his own story, an activist at the dawn of a social movement—and a father whose struggles have won his son freedoms that eluded Japanese Americans of his generation. As Parkinson’s Disease clouds his dad’s memory, Tad sets out to retrieve his dad’s story—and in the process discovers his own. Father and son have made films together, with Robert always by Tad’s side. The Third Act is most likely the last. In English and Japanese subtitles, 93 minutes. Go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYIuM5Y8E7c to view the trailer. The screening is at 5:30 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building) and is free of charge and open to the public. Parking enforcement is suspended after 4 p.m. on Fridays.
Friday, February 6th
Campus Day at Fresno Adventist Academy takes place at 8 am at 5397 E Olive Ave, Fresno, with registration starting at 7:45 a.m. Learn more about an excellent, accredited, Christ-centered education program near you. This is a wonderful opportunity for prospective families and students to visit the Fresno Adventist Academy campus, meet faculty/staff, participate in chapel and the classroom setting, and interact with potential classmates. To register for Campus Day, go to https://forms.gle/mJT8QxuXvPi6U3SE6.
Saturday, February 7th
The Westside Theatre in Newman, CA, invites you to Zeppelin Live, starting at 8:00pm.
California’s Regional, National & International touring Led Zeppelin tribute band was established in 1999. This band passionately performs the music of Led Zeppelin that you will not want to miss. To purchase tickets and for more information, go to https://www.ticketleap.events/events/westsidetheatre.
Friday, February 13th
Cineculture invites you to a screening of the film “Sing Your Song: (2011) with discussant Susanne Rostock (Director). Sing Your Song is an up-close look at a great American, Harry Belafonte. A patriot to the last and a champion for worldwide human rights, Belafonte is one of the truly heroic cultural and political figures of the past 60 years. Told from Harry’s point of view, the film charts his life from a boy born in New York and raised in Jamaica, who returns to Harlem in his early teens, where he discovers the “American Negro Theater” and the magic of performing. From there, the film follows Belafonte’s rise from the jazz and folk clubs of Greenwich Village and Harlem to his emergence as a star. However, even as a superstar, the life of a black man in 1960s America was far from easy, and Belafonte was confronted with the same Jim Crow laws and prejudices that every other black man, woman, and child in America was facing. Among other things, the film offers a brief glimpse into the Civil Rights Movement through the eyes of an insider, someone who, despite his high profile, was not afraid to spend time in the trenches. From Harlem to Mississippi to Africa and South Central Los Angeles, Sing Your Song takes us on a journey through Harry Belafonte’s life, work, and, above all, his conscience, inspiring us all to take action. To view the trailer go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bic97j6q5fo. The screening is at 5:15 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building) and is free of charge and open to the public. Parking enforcement is suspended after 4 p.m. on Fridays.
Wednesday, February 18th
The Tehipite Chapter of the Sierra Club invites you to join them for a program by Lee Terkelsen, "Big Trees - Big Impact." This is not your typical program about the giant sequoias. It centers on how our emotional connection to the trees has shaped our history, environmental policies, art, culture, and politics. Terkelsen will share excerpts from his ambitious documentary on the big trees. This event takes place at 7 pm at the Woodward Park Regional Library and is free and open to the general public.
Friday, February 20th
Cineculture invites you to a screening of the film “Kipkemboi” (The Wall Street Boy) (2023) with discussant Charles Uwagbai (Director). Kipkemboi, by Kenyan-Canadian director Charles Uwagbai, tells the story of a young math genius from rural Kenya who uses his understanding of patterns in nature to develop a successful stock market algorithm. His remarkable success from a makeshift setup in his village draws attention from international financiers and local authorities, forcing him and his girlfriend, Chepchirchir, to flee. This fictional thriller drama explores themes of innovation, resourcefulness, and the clash between tradition and modernity. It serves as a valuable educational resource, prompting discussions on financial literacy, ethics in global finance, and the socio-economic dynamics of contemporary Africa. To view the trailer go to https://vimeo.com/961782323. The screening is at 5:30 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building) and is free of charge and open to the public. Parking enforcement is suspended after 4 p.m. on Fridays.
Friday, February 20th
Fresno Pacific University invites you to “For the Love of Piano,” hosted by the FPU Music Department, featuring international artist Robert Poortinga. Re-creating the feeling of a 19th century salon style performance, Poortinga will play in the Warkentine Culture & Arts Center’s Lin Family Performance Studio on a Steinway B piano. Located at the FPU Main Campus, 1717 S, Chestnut Ave., Fresno. This is a ticketed event; visit fresno.edu/news-events for more information.
Saturday, February 21st
The Westside Theatre in Newman, CA, invites you to The Gen X'ers starting at 8:00pm.
An 80's MTV tribute band playing all the layers of music that defined the corner pieces of the Gen X generation. Playing the hits of Duran Duran, David Bowie, Tom Petty, Devo, The Clash, The Eagles, J. Geils, John Cougar, Pat Benatar and many more. To purchase tickets and for more information, go to https://www.ticketleap.events/events/westsidetheatre.
Friday, February 27th
Cineculture invites you to a screening of the film “One Person One Vote” (2024) with discussant Maxima Juson (Director). From Director Maximina Juson comes the feature-length documentary One Person, One Vote? This fascinating film pulls the curtain back on the Electoral College– exploring the unique and opaque system by which America elects its highest official– through the eyes of four dynamic electors from different parties (a Republican, a Democrat, a Green Party, and a Kanye West elector) whose motivations range from the noble to the absurd. To view the trailer go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=clK1apPXd_0. The screening is at 5:30 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building) and is free of charge and open to the public. Parking enforcement is suspended after 4 p.m. on Fridays.
Friday, March 6th
Cineculture invites you to a screening of the film “Sima’s Song” (2024) with discussants Roya Sadat (Director) & Aziz Dildar (Actor/Writer). Afghanistan in 1972 is a cauldron of opposing political forces. Suraya, part of an influential political family, becomes head of the dominant Communist Party’s women’s organization, believing it is the best hope for equal rights. Her friend Sima is skeptical of all politics and, as a talented musician, is dedicated to her traditional art and its romantic themes. Despite their differences, these two young women remain best friends throughout their university years. When the army starts arresting activists, Suraya helps her friends escape to the mountains and the protection of the mujahideen, but war follows them. Directed by Roya Sadat, the first woman director in post-Taliban Afghanistan, the film is a testament to the courage and loyalty of Afghan women in the face of constant adversity. In Farsi Dari with English subtitles. To view the trailer go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Gp53BXg2GU. The screening is at 5:30 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building) and is free of charge and open to the public. Parking enforcement is suspended after 4 p.m. on Fridays.
Saturday, March 7th
The Westside Theatre in Newman, CA invites you to No Reason to Cry starting at 8 pm.
No Reason to Cry is a high-energy tribute band celebrating the electrifying spirit of Eric Clapton and Linda Ronstadt. This band will deliver the raw emotion, blazing guitar solos and powerhouse vocals that made Clapton and Ronstadt legendary. To purchase tickets and for more information, go to https://www.ticketleap.events/events/westsidetheatre.
Friday, March 13th
Cineculture invites you to a screening of the film “Trifole” (2024) with discussant Dr. Andrea Polegato. In Italy’s Piedmont region, the rare white truffle hides deep in the forests around Alba. Igor, an aging truffle hunter, faces failing health and vanishing woodlands while struggling to keep pace with the modern truffle market. Into his quiet, tradition-bound world comes Dalia, his 28-year-old granddaughter from London, disconnected from her roots and searching for direction. Tasked with caring for him, their awkward reunion softens as she is drawn into his passion for truffle hunting—and his world. When an accounting oversight threatens Igor’s home, Dalia embarks on a quest to find a legendary “lightning-struck” truffle that could save everything. Guided by Igor’s notes and his faithful dog, Birba, she ventures into a magical forest, confronting rival hunters, unexpected danger, and her own awakening sense of purpose. Set against the earthly beauty of Piedmont’s autumn woods and the delirium of Alba’s centuries-old truffle fair, Trifole, by Italian Gabriele Fabbro, is a fantastical and profound adventure about family, tradition, and finding one’s place in the world. In English and Italian with English subtitles. Go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1r9zPoCuPsA to view the trailer. The screening is at 5:15 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building) and is free of charge and open to the public. Parking enforcement is suspended after 4 p.m. on Fridays.
Saturday, March 21st
The Westside Theatre in Newman, CA invites you to ZZ Tush starting at 8 pm.
They got the beards, drum kit, stage set, wardrobe, moves and the hits. And, of course, the furry guitars. Live and Loud, ZZ Tush delivers the ZZ Top concert experience. If you haven’t heard your favorite yet don’t worry, it’s coming. To purchase tickets and for more information, go to https://www.ticketleap.events/events/westsidetheatre.
Friday, March 27th
The Fresno County Historical Society invites you to step back in time and celebrate at the 1970's Gala Event - Stayin' Alive! This annual birthday party for the Fresno City & County Historical Society, promises a night filled with nostalgia, lively music, and dancing under the disco lights. Tickets are $175 and include a welcome cocktail, four-course gourmet meal, a full concert performance from The Bee Gees Tribute - You Should Be Dancing, silent auction, and no-host bar. For over 100 years, the Society has been dedicated to preserving the rich history of Fresno County, and this gala is no exception. Join them for an unforgettable evening that honors our past while enjoying the vibrant culture of the 1970s. Don't miss this opportunity to support your Historical Society and indulge in a night of festive fun! For tickets and more information, go to https://www.valleyhistory.org/product-page/1970-s-gala-event-stayin-alive.
Friday, April 10th
Cineculture invites you to a screening of the film “Trains” (Pociagi) (2024) with discussants Maciej Drygas (Director) & Vita Zelakeviciute (Producer). Trains, by Polish director Maciej Drygas, is a deeply personal and contemplative journey through the twentieth century, composed entirely of archival film footage. In this wordless film, full of beauty and bitterness, the excitement of adventure becomes a curse, and tears of joy mingle with the pain of despair. The screening is at 5:30 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building) and is free of charge and open to the public. Parking enforcement is suspended after 4 p.m. on Fridays. Go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKE_vFk5xRc to view the trailer.
MULTIPLE DAY EVENTS:
Friday, November 21st through Sunday, January 18th
Good Company Players invites you to a performance of “Something Rotten.” “Hysterically historically inaccurate! Get thee to the funnery!” Performances are at Roger Rocka’s Dinner Theater, 1226 N. Wishon, at Olive and Wishon in The Tower District. On Thursdays, a sumptuous dinner service begins at 5:30 p.m., with a Pre-Show featuring Good Company Players’ Junior Company at 7:30 and the performance at 8:00 p.m. On Friday & Saturday, a mouth-watering served meal begins service at 5:30 p.m., with the Pre-Show at 7:30 p.m. and the performance at 8:00 p.m. And on Sunday matinees, a hearty full service brunch begins service at 11 a.m., with the Pre-Show at 1 p.m. and the performance at 1:30 p.m. Tickets for dinner and show performances are $65 (or $60 for seniors, students and members of the military with valid ID; $50 for young adults 16-21). Show only tickets are $35. For tickets, go to https://rogerrockas.com/shows/categories/roger-rockas/my-fair-lady-2025/.
Thursday December 4th through Sunday, February 1st
Fig Tree Gallery has under gone a complete renovation, come and see their new, clean modern look, and view our December exhibition: Renaissance. Renaissance — from the French for rebirth — marks a new beginning for Fig Tree Gallery following its recent renovation. With new walls, lighting, and a revitalized creative spirit, this two-month exhibition celebrates transformation, innovation, and rediscovery through the work of Fig Tree Gallery’s member artists. Visitors are invited to experience the gallery’s renewal and the enduring power of art to illuminate change. The Gallery is located at 644 Van Ness Avenue. For more information go to www.figtreegallery.us.
Friday, January 2nd through Sunday, February 22nd
The Good Company Players presents “Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Elusive Ear,” where Holmes & Watson get an unusual case when Vincent Van Gogh begs them to find his missing ear. The show will be performed at Good Company Players’ Second Space Theatre, located at 928 E. Olive in the Tower District. Show times are Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 8:00 p.m., & Sunday matinee at 2:00 p.m. Prices are $25 general admission; $20 for students, seniors and active duty military. Groups of 16 or more are eligible for discounts. For information and group reservations, call Dave at (559) 266-9493. For general tickets, call 559-266-0660 to reserve or online at https://www.simpletix.com/e/dracula-a-comedy-of-terrors-tickets-175111.
Wednesday, January 14th through Wednesday April 1st
Fresno Pacific University’s Center for Community Transformation is hosting the “Rural Ignite Business Accelerator.” This 12 week workshop equips small business and nonprofit leaders to strengthen operations, build financial clarity and implement growth systems. Located in Reedley, CA. It is free to attend, but an RSVP needed. Sign up at cct.fresno.org/business-accelerator-tracks.
Wednesday, January 21st through Saturday, January 24th
The 46th Annual EcoFarm Conference takes place at Asilomar State Beach & Conference Grounds Pacific Grove, CA. For more information and to register, go to https://www.eco-farm.org/ecofarm-2026.
Ongoing
First & Third Saturday of each Month:
The Reedley Peace Center Bi-monthly Protest/Visibility Event will take place the first and third Saturday of each month at the corner of Manning and Buttonwillow, from 9-9:30 a.m. This is the same location as the Reedley No Kings Rally on October 18th. Bring your signs with whatever is on your mind that week. Mark your calendars and let's join together to raise our voices.
Saturdays starting March 1st
The Fresno Art Museum invites you to a weekly Oil Painting class with painter Mariah Calvert, from 1-4 p.m. in the FAM Classroom. No experience is necessary and the instructor will provide still life, or you can bring your own props or photos to paint from. Materials are not included and must be provided by the participant. A list of supplies is at https://fresnoartmuseum.org/application/files/4117/3956/6298/Oil_Painting_Workshop_Supply_List_.pdf. The per-class cost is $30 for FAM members or $35 for non-members. Register at https://fammuseumstore.shopsettings.com/Oil-Painting-Workshop-Saturdays-1-00-to-4-00-pm-Beginning-Saturday-March-1-2025-c177148730.
Wednesdays, from May through October
The Farmers Market on Kern Street in Downtown Fresno opens May 7th and runs through October, from 9am - 2pm at Kern St between M & N Streets, with 25 vendors and an office attire friendly yoga session! Note that the Market will not operate when the temperature is more than 105 degrees.
Thursdays beginning March 6th
The Fresno Art Museum invites you to a weekly Gouache Painting Workshop with painter Sanking Saephan, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the FAM Classroom. No experience is necessary and the instructor will provide still life, or you can bring your own props or photos to paint from. Materials are not included and must be provided by the participant. A list of supplies is available on the FAM website, fresnoartmuseum.org. The cost is $30 per class for FAM members or $35 or non-members. Registration (and more information) is at https://fammuseumstore.shopsettings.com/Gouache-Painting-Workshop-Thursdays-4-30-to-6-30-pm-c177169507.
Every first and third Sunday:
The Fresno Art Museum is offering free admission every first and third Sunday, thanks to City of Fresno Measure P Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Fund administered by the Fresno Arts Council.
Every Monday (starting 1/6/25):
Beginning January 2025, join Ron and Carol for a bowl of hot soup at the Fresno Center for Nonviolence. It will usually ready by 12:30. Below is the menu for January and February:
January 6 - Chicken Soup with Rosemary, Lemon, Sweet Potatoes and Pasta / Crackers on the side
January 13 - Red Cabbage Soup / Sweet Potato Bourbon Pie on the side
January 20 - Grief Soup / Sweet Potato Dinner Rolls on the side
January 27 - Minestrone Soup / Crackers on the side
February 3 - Sweet Potato Beef Stew / Crackers on the side
February 10 - Creamy Potato Soup / Crackers on the side
February 17 - Cheeseburger Soup / Crackers on the side
February 24 - Red Lentil Soup / Crackers on the side
ALL soups will be made with vegan meat and vegan dairy products. They look forward to your visit and good conversation.
Every Saturday (until the killing in Palestine ends)
There will be a protest at Riverpark (Blackstone & Nees) from 6-7:30 p.m. hosted by the People for Palestine, to protest, War on Yemen, Gaza Genocide and denial of our civil and constitutional rights. Signs and banners will be available: Bring yours, hold theirs or help hold one of the large banners. Your presence is what counts most! Come for as long as you can and bring a chair if that's more comfortable.
Every Sunday (until the killing in Palestine ends)
Jovita in her ongoing Demonstration/Vigil in support of Palestine, every Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cedar Avenue and Barstow Avenue, across from Fresno State football stadium. Each person can choose their time. Whatever time you can be there will be enough.
Every Wednesday (until the killing in Palestine ends)
There will be a vigil from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in front of the Federal Courthouse at 2500 Tulare St. in Downtown Fresno.
Every Saturday and Sunday (while fruit lasts):
Lace-up your boots and grab your baskets, it’s time to go fruit picking! Come take a stroll at Sumner Peck Ranch (14439 N. Friant Rd. Friant, CA 93626), Saturdays and Sundays, from 9 am - 5 pm, no advance registration is required. Enjoy picking navel oranges, blood oranges, pomelos, Minneola tangelos, mandarins, and lemons all at $1.50 per pound. The U-Pick Citrus season will run from January 18th until the fruit is gone! U-Pick is open from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm and fruit is $1.50 per pound. The U-Pick Citrus season will run from January 18th until the fruit is gone! For more information go to https://riverparkway.org/places/sumner-peck-ranch/.
Starting Now:
"Covid 19, a Play," was written by Patricia Wells during the height of the pandemic in 2020 which swept through cities and states infecting communities and hitting farmworkers and workers in food processing industries especially hard; causing significant fatalities in the Central Valley and throughout the country. As the pandemic raged it was the labor of farmworkers and low-wage workers that kept the country alive, yet they were given no protections. This play was written so that their sacrifices will not be forgotten. The play is about a small farmworker family living in the outskirts of town, in which a member comes down with Covid catching the family completely off guard. Knowing nothing about the virus which invades and threatens their lives and facing an uncertain future, the family must depend on the leadership, vigilance and guidance of the mother and her son, as they scramble for information and help as to how to protect themselves from the deadly grip of the virus. To view the play, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wFTQq_nu9k.
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays:
The Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization invites you to participate in any of th following classes:
Ongoing Weekly classes on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays:
Mondays: 7pm - 8:15pm- Learn to meditate, starting July 10th
Tuesdays: 5:30pm - 6:30pm- Inner Peace & Happiness
Thursdays: 7pm - 8pm- Enhancing Your Experience of Peace, Love & Happiness
Monthly Classes:
Second Sat. of the month: 4pm - 5:30 pm- Meditation, then discussion
World Meditation: third Sunday of every month: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Monthly classes: date & time varies: Exploring the Relationship of Body, Mind, & Soul
For registration or inquiries: Call 559- 435-2212, or e-mail bkFresnoclasses@gmail.com or rajayoga108@gmail.com. Some classes are in person & some on Zoom. All classes are free.
Every Tuesday
The Fresno Center for Nonviolence invites you to free meditation classes every Tuesday from 5-6 p.m. at the Center, 1584 N. Van Ness Ave. in Fresno. Learn techniques to experiencer peace within you and harmony in your relationships. This is guided meditation, with discussion led by Veena Kapoor and Kim Forbes, practicing Raja Yoga meditation. For more information, call (559) 435-2212.
Second Tuesday of each month:
Peace Fresno’s study group meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm at FCNV, 1584 N. Van Ness Ave.
Every Wednesday
There’s a free poetry group, meeting every Wednesday, 2-4 pm, at the Gillis Branch Library, 629 West Dakota Avenue, Fresno. The group is led by Bill Simmons, a recent transplant from Iowa. Bill has been writing poetry for years, and has had several pieces published. Whether you have been writing for years, or just getting started, this group is for you!
Every 3rd Wednesday
Downtown Fresno launched “Why Not Wednesday,” in September of 2024. Come out every third Wednesday for this exciting event that transforms Fulton Street into a vibrant pop-up market, featuring a diverse mix of vendors, food trucks, artists, and live music. Whether you're a foodie, an art lover, or just looking for a fun night out, “Why Not Wednesday” is the place to be. The event is family-friendly and free to the public, making it the perfect mid-week escape. The event is from 5-9pm on Fulton Street in downtown Fresno.
Fourth Thursday of each month:
Peace Fresno has moved their business meetings to the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm at the Fresno Center for Nonviolence (FCNV), 1584 N. Van Ness Ave.
Second Wednesday of every month:
Sisters for Pelvic Health invites you to their monthly meeting on the 2nd Wednesday of every month The meetings take place at Creative Therapeutics, 2763 E Shaw Ave #102, Fresno. They are Sisters Encouraging One Another in Life For Pelvic Health. You can also join them from wherever you are, virtually on Zoom. So, please RSVP to attend in person or virtually. Then they can send you the Zoom link. Remember that all women are welcome, so please spread the word and invite others to join. They are on social media on facebook and instagram. So please share those posts as well. Space is limited - so please RSVP sisters4pelvichealth@gmail.com . Follow them on; instagram.com/sistersforpelvichealth/ or facebook.com/sistersforpelvichealth.
Second & Fourth Wednesdays starting June 23rd
The Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health in collaboration with The Source LGBT+ Center and the Fresno EOC LGBTQ Center will provide no-cost Pop-Up groups in Fresno County starting June 23, 2021. The Pop-Up groups are a way to provide affirming, supportive and safe space for local LGBTQ+ persons. Pop-Up groups seek to focus on protective factors so to reduce risk factors for suicide, substance use and
mental illness. The project plans to conduct population specific engagement, support, affirmation, and education for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults as well as for family members and care takers. These efforts have been utilized in ways to reduce the risk factors for suicide in the LGBTQ community. While funded through the County’s Mental Health Services Act-Suicide Prevention efforts, the program is not focused on suicide
prevention specifically, but on protective factors so to lessen the risks for suicidal ideation and suicides. Belonging is a protective factor, and in instances where youth may not feel that they belong, in their home, in their classrooms, etc., having support groups can fill that void and provide some belonging and start to reduce some of the risk factors. The Pop Ups will provide some critical protective factors by providing:
Connections to other adults who are not parents. Safe space, closeness to caring friends, awareness, and access to local health services, as well as support to parents so to strengthen connectedness with their child and learn how to better support their youth. To learn about the Pop-Up groups and/or participate interested persons can contact The Source LGBT+ Center’s Spencer Salazar at spencer@thesourcelgbt.org . The initial groups will be on-line from 4pm-6pm starting on June 23, 2021. Groups will meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays. The groups will be virtual initially with plans for in-person locations being developed.
Last Wednesday of each month:
Root & Rebound in conjunction with Central California Legal Services is offering a virtual Criminal Record Expungement Clinic every last Wednesday of the month from 3-5 p.m. (no clinics in November and December). If you have a criminal conviction in Fresno, Tulare, Kings, Madera, Merced, Mariposa, or Tuolumne County, you may receive free legal information from volunteer advocates on how to request expungement of your criminal record. Participants must complete the prescreen using the link below and an advocate will confirm your eligibility prior to the clinic. Knowledgeable and skilled advocates will:
Review convictions and expungement eligibility
Prepare court forms
Provide legal information with no attorney-client relationship
Meet with you privately in a Zoom breakout room
Clinic partners will assist you in filing all court forms
To complete the prescreening go to https://form.jotform.com/220457644834157. For more information contact the Pro Bono Program at 559-570-1274 or by e-mail to ProBono@CentralCalLegal.org.
Fourth Wednesday of each month:
Sisters for Pelvic Health meet the 4th Wednesday of each month from 6:00 pm-7:00pm at Creative Therapeutics - Socially Distant, 2763 E Shaw Ave #102, Fresno. You can also join virtually via Zoom. To join remotely, RSVP to sisters4pelvichealth@gmail.com and they can send you the Zoom link. They plan a fun evening getting to know you and supporting each other on our journeys' through pelvic pain. Remember that all women are welcome, so please spread the word and invite others to join us. They are on social media on facebook and instagram. So please share those posts as well: instagram.com/sistersforpelvichealth, facebook.com/sistersforpelvichealth, and www.facebook.com/sistersforpelvichealth.
Thursdays from 7-8 p.m. and Sundays from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
The Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization invites you to join them for guided meditation, wisdom insights and discussion on Peace of Mind and Harmony in Relationships. Know yourself on your journey of personal development and help yourself to grow and discover your values. Password and ID for all the meditation classes is now: ID 277 751 8092, Passcode 807401. For more information call (559) 435-2212 or e-mail rajayoga108@gmail.com.
EndGame 2050
Humanity has backed itself into an ecological endgame as we approach the year 2050.
Featuring musician Moby along with leading scientists, and created by physician turned environmentalist Sofia Pineda Ochoa, ENDGAME 2050 lays out the existential crises bearing down on the planet and underscores the harsh reality that, unless we take responsibility and act urgently now, we are hastening our own destruction and that of virtually all other life on the planet. You can view the film on YouTube by going to https://www.endgame2050.com.
The Central Sierra Resiliency Fund is supporting long-term Creek Fire recovery efforts in communities within the vicinity of Fresno County’s Central Sierra region including, but not limited to, Huntington Lake, Lakeshore, Big Creek, Shaver Lake, Pine Ridge, Meadow Lakes, Alder Springs, and Auberry. A component of recovery is acknowledging the grief brought on by a disaster, and remembering that which came before. The Resiliency Fund is committed to honoring the historical legacy of the Central Sierra region by collecting community stories of the Creek Fire--and the unique histories that precede the Creek Fire--and preserving those stories through the Central Sierra Historical Society. The Resiliency Fund has begun collecting community stories with an online story and photo submission process. These stories will be used as a way to document and preserve the many experiences and impacts of the Creek Fire. This repository could later be used to construct a comprehensive Creek Fire exhibit at the museum, community kiosks and/or a book. Please help us spread the word about this project to anyone with a Creek Fire story to share. We will collect the stories, preserve them, and weave them into the history displayed at the Central Sierra Historical Society Museum and beyond. We will also be sharing stories on our website and social media.
These can be stories of places, artifacts, or of your experience during the Fire itself. For more information, go to https://sierrahistorical.org/resiliencyfund/storytelling-program/.
Every Day
Fresno County’s Public Library and Department of Public Works have teamed to offer a first-of-its-kind recycling program. Starting September 5, 2017, county residents can drop off used compact fluorescent lights (CFLs), fluorescent tubes, alkaline and rechargeable batteries at eleven different Library branches. These items contain hazardous substances and must be deposited at approved facilities, sometimes for a fee. This new service is being provided free of charge to County residents to encourage and ensure proper disposal of universal waste. Public Works will provide approved hazardous material collection containers at eleven Library branches: the Central Library, Betty Rodriguez Regional Library, Clovis Regional Library, Fig Garden Regional Library, Sunnyside Regional Library, Woodward Park Regional Library, Mendota Branch Library, Orange Cove Branch Library, Reedley Branch Library, Sanger Branch Library and Selma Branch Library. This program might be expanded to other branches in the future. For more information about Library programs, services, and specific branch hours, please go to www.fresnolibrary.org, or call the Library at (559) 600 – READ (7323).
Every Tuesday through Thursday
The Fresno County Department of Public Health offers free confidential rapid HIV testing at the Fresno County Department of Public Health building at 1221 Fulton Mall, Specialty Clinic Area, First Floor, from 8:30 am – 11:00 am and 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
For more information, contact Jena Adams, Supervising Communicable Disease Specialist, at (559) 600-3434.
Every Thursday and Sunday
The Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization is offering Weekly meditations- Thursdays 7 to 8 p.m. and Sundays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Zoom ID 277 751 8092, Passcode: 807401. For more information, contact them at (559) 435-2212 or rajayoga108@gmail.com.
Every Saturday
There is a medical clinic for the homeless, actively injecting drug users and prostitutes every Saturday from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. or until the last patient is served. You can find them near Hughes and Olive Ave. The clinic is staffed by Dr. Marc Lasher and volunteers. Financial donations are accepted. For more information, call 266-0444.
Every Saturday
Food Not Bombs feeds the hungry from 1 - 2 p.m. near the Olive Ave entrance to Roeding Park. If you would like to help them prepare the meal, they meet every Saturday at Wesley United Methodist Church (1343 E. Barstow) at 10am. For more information email fresnofnb@hotmail.com or visit the official FNB website, foodnotbombs.net.
Most Saturdays
Most Saturdays there is a Fresno Free Bicycle Repair Clinic from 1- 3 p.m. near the Olive Ave entrance to Roeding Park, beside Food Not Bombs. Donations of bicycle parts, inner tubes, and blinky lights are welcome. Volunteers are needed to help with minor repairs. For more info and to arrange donations, e-mail: garza.reyes@live.com.
Every Sunday
You are invited and encouraged to join Jovita in her ongoing Demonstration/Vigil in support of Palestine Every Sunday, 9 – 1pm at Cedar Avenue and Barstow Avenue
Across from Fresno State football stadium. Each person can choose their time. Whatever time you can be there will be enough.
Every Sunday
Food Not Bombs serves free food at Courthouse Park to anyone who is hungry. They start cooking at 1 PM and serve the food at 3 PM (meet at the Tulare side of the park). For more information go to http://cafefresno.org.
First Wednesday of each month:
A Women in Black Silent Vigil takes place from noon to 1 p.m. at the Fresno County Courthouse, 1100 Van Ness Ave. Show your support for peace and negotiated settlements of current U.S. military actions. Stand silently and advocate for peace. For more information, call 559-278-7140 or 559-225-2850. This vigil takes place the 1st Wednesday of each month.
The “Goodie Bag Project” is collecting small toiletry items brought home from hotels and vacations to provide gifts for women incarcerated in Central Valley Women’s Prisons. This is a collaborative effort of the CCWF Inmate Family Council, the Fresno Center for Nonviolence, the Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno Social Justice Committee, and the United Methodist Church of Merced. They are seeking sample/travel size bath gels, body soap, lotions, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrushes, small combs and pocket sized packages of tissues (no food, candy, edibles, drinkables, mouthwash or anything containing alcohol). They are also collecting all kinds of greeting cards, wooden pencils and clear, colorless pens, as well as paper scratch pads and picture postcards. Items may be dropped off at the Center for Nonviolence, 1584 N. Van Ness Ave., south of McKinley, during open hours, M - F, 11 AM - 3 PM. Checks can be made out to "FCNV Prison Ministry - Goodie Bags," and mailed to the Center at the above address, or dropped off in person. Receipts will be given. All donations are tax-deductible. For additional information or to see if an item is allowable under prison rules, call Maria Telesco at 559-255-9492. Please remember all items must be SMALL.
Volunteers Needed: Collective for Arts, Freedom, and Ecology (CAFE) Fresno, whose mission is to provide a safe space for all people and provide programs and events that provide enrichment and information to Fresno and the Central Valley, is looking for volunteers, especially for Food Not Bombs, an organization that provides a nutritious meal to anybody that would like and need one. Food Not Bombs is in dire need of physical and financial help, and will accept anything that might go to waste that is still useful. This includes but is not limited to: clothing, toys, tools, and furniture. All of these items will be redistributed to others that need them. Food Not Bombs meets on Sundays at CAFE Infoshop (935 F. Street in Fresno) at noon sharp, to chop and cook until 3. At 3 p.m., they serve at the courthouse park. For more information call Vanessa at (559) 485-3937 or e-mail vanpadilla@gmail.com.
Host an International High School Exchange Student
High school students from around the world come to the US to spend a year or a semester in American schools. Your family can learn about Germany, China, Finland, Italy, or another country by hosting a student. International Experience is a non-profit that helps you connect with an exchange student hoping to study abroad and invites you to share your home with a student who will become a part of your family. Students in the International Experience program must meet strict guidelines and complete multiple screenings in their home countries. During their stay they are covered by their own health insurance and provide their own spending money. These students want to come to the US to practice English and learn about our culture. As a host family, you simply provide a bed, family meals and invite your student to participate in your family’s traditions and introduce them to our American culture. To learn more about the opening your heart and home to an exchange student contact International Experience at 888-266-29 21. or visit ie-usa.com.
Ongoing:
The AMVETS Call of Duty Endowment Career Centers provide FREE career training and employment assistance to veterans, active duty service members, National Guard, and Reserve members and spouses. For additional information please call 877-726-8387, once again that is 877-726-8387.
Fresno County Public Library is recruiting skilled volunteers to assist teens and parents fill out applications for college and financial aid. When schools are closed, rural students throughout the county often find it difficult to access materials and computers that can help with this milestone in a student’s life. The Fresno County Public Library not only provides a safe and welcoming environment for these students and families, but also has the needed technology and print materials to help them navigate the college and career path. Those with Spanish language skills are encouraged to apply. By becoming a College Prep Coach, volunteers will dedicate a few hours each week to help families unfamiliar with the task of completing important applications. "All students must have direct access to materials and technology to succeed in life,” says County Librarian Laurel Prysiazny. “By staffing several rural branches with trained volunteers, the Library’s College Prep Program will assist students and families with laying the groundwork for making college a reality.” If you would like to help a teen go to college visit http://www.fresnolibrary.org and click on the volunteer banner, or call Elizabeth Finkle at (559) 600-9230.
The Artists' Loft group at The Studio Community Center in North Fork presents an ongoing Arts & Crafts program of classes for young and old. The classes are affordable and help support The Studio. To view the calendar go to nfstudio.org. You can click on Artists' Loft @ The Studio from the Home page to learn more about the group.
ON LINE EVENTS AND RESOURCES
In these difficult times, there may be services available that can help families get through. Many families are experiencing challenges that they never thought they would face. The Fresno County Department of Social Services (DSS) may be able to help. There are a variety of ways for Fresno County residents to apply for and access assistance and services. DSS administers a wide variety of programs that can help residents in need. These include help with food, health insurance, job training, homeless assistance, and emergency cash assistance. There are several ways the community can access DSS services:
Find general information at www.fresnocountyca.gov/DSSassist
Apply for services online at www.MyBenefitscalwin.org
Call the DSS Service Center at 1-855-832-8082
For more information, please visit www.fresnocountyca.gov/DSSassist
Below are links for a series of webinars offered by the Reedley Peace Center on the issue of Immigration:
The Fresno Commission for Police Reform, which was formed following a demonstration of local outrage response to the killing of George Floyd at the hands of the Minneapolis police, is presenting the public with a rare opportunity observe and interact with its important work. The commission's website, https://www.fresno-cpr.com,is an excellent resources for all who want to learn more, respond to a survey created by Fresno State's Sociology Department and participate in some of the Commission's discussions. It is also an opportunity to observe local leaders grappling with the important and challenging task of police reform.
The Film “Economics of Happiness” can be viewed on line for free at https://www.filmsforaction.org/watch/the-economics-of-happiness/?link_id=8&can_id=32c6c32bbda29a00eef53b1184d86952&source=email-where-do-we-go-from-here-22&email_referrer=email_888883&email_subject=where-do-we-go-from-here.
In commemoration of the dropping of the bomb on Hiroshima, watch the animated movie “Barefoot Gen” about a Japanese family in Hiroshima in the days before and after the bombing. Warning: THIS IS NOT FOR CHILDREN. It is very graphic but dispells any illusions about the effects of nuclear war. If you don't subscribe or can't find the movie with dubbed English voices on Netflix or other movie sites, you can buy it on Amazon for $20 or watch it for free with English subtitles on YouTube. Click on: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqDQd1wkDj0&utm_source=BenchmarkEmail&utm_campaign=200724_Some_good_news&utm_medium=email.
Fresno Historical Society’s Time Travelers
Join the Fresno Historical Society anytime online for a trip to Fresno County from 1856 to 1910 at their Virtual Time Travelers event. The experience offers 12 immersive and unique lessons will take students on a journey to the America of the late 1800s and will share the story of Fresno County in the 19th century through activities, video presentations and historic images. You will meet Fresno County's first doctor, first teacher and early pioneers. Tour a general store, learn about turn-of-the-century medicine, visit Fresno's colorful Chinatown and see what daily life was like during this historic time. Each lesson includes a discussion guide along with a video or photo gallery and narratives. To participate, go to https://www.valleyhistory.org/time-travelers.
Youth Orchestras of Fresno (YOOF)
The Youth Orchestras of Fresno (YOOF) have moved their curriculum online, with some unexpected benefits, central of them the ability to engage teaching artists from around the world to work with local youth and expand their musical horizons. They were asked to create a video performance for the Fresno Arts Council’s live-streamed Horizon event. The result was an eight-minute survey of the Youth Orchestras’ history, plus some featured soloists who submitted video recordings specifically for this purpose.
The video is now available on YouTube. To watch this special video on You-Tube, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=dTVGZJjh4WA&feature=youtu.be.
Central California Legal Services is offering a virtual workshop on services available during the pandemic. This workshop is in Spanish, and can be accessed by going to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADb6D7IIUDo. Clínica Virtual: Programas de asistencia y política de servicios públicos durante la pandemia (Utility & Telecom in Spanish). ¿Preguntas? Comuníquese con Jennifer Ramirez, Secretaria Legal, Programa Pro Bono al (559) 570-1245 o jramirez@centralcallegal.org.
Medically Trained Personnel Needed During COVID-19 Pandemic in Fresno
To help support ongoing COVID-19 response efforts, Fresno County is seeking registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses (LVNs), certified nurse assistants, and other medically trained personnel to help meet potential staffing needs at local hospitals, skilled nursing care facilities, and/or alternate care sites. As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Fresno County and across the country, the demands for resources and support continue to increase in healthcare settings and local health departments. In order to be as prepared as possible, the County is building a pool of medically trained personnel to be activated when needed at hospitals, skilled nursing care facilities, or at an alternate care site. In addition to individuals with healthcare experience, there may be additional opportunities for those with experience in the following areas:
nutrition,
administration,
customer service § social work,
case management,
office assistance,
information technology, and many more.
Fresno County understands the value of persons coming together in public service in order to help fight the spread of COVID-19 in our community. To help in this pandemic, sign up for volunteer and paid positions by visiting www.fcdph.org/covid19 and fill out the information under the Volunteer tab.
The Community Alliance newspaper is online now.
You can see all of their articles here: https://fresnoalliance.com.
CreateCA has created this great website to help you and your children get through these challenging times. Go to https://createca.org/createathome/. You can also find some additional lesson plans that can be done at home on the Fresno Art Museum website, along with tips on how to teach a visual art lesson. Just go to https://www.fresnoartmuseum.org/agc.
The Central Valley Justice Coalition is offering new online class, “Understanding Human Trafficking.” This new online class is a self-paced class. Unlike a webinar, there is no live instruction, which means you can watch this at your own pace and your own timing. To participate, go to https://ce.fresno.edu/educator-workshops/ceu-certificates/central-valley-justice-coalition/hbm-050?utm_source=Central+Valley+Justice+Coalition+News&utm_campaign=c8b95fbf0a-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_04_02_07_08&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_4276ed74b3-c8b95fbf0a-129645965&mc_cid=c8b95fbf0a&mc_eid=190c576061.
