KFCF Community Calendar: Updated 10/16/26
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DAILY CALENDAR
(Multiple Day and Ongoing Events are at end of posting)
Friday, October 16th
In a long-standing Reedley Peace Center tradition, Ted Loewen and Jerry Linscheid will go through the state-wide ballot propositions, to help us gain perspective on the propositions that we will be voting on in the November election. Bring your booklets and any knowledge you have gained on specific propositions. This event takes place at 6:30 p.m. at The Fellowship Hall of First Mennonite Church, located on L Street between 12th and 13th Streets in Reedley. For questions, contact Hope Nisly or . Jennifer Deibert at reedleypeacecenter@gmail.com.
Friday, October 16th
Cineculture invites you to a free screening of the film “Child of Dust (2025)” with discussant Weronika Mliczewska (Director). Directed by Polish director Weronika Mliczewska with the Vietnamese producer Chi-Minh De Leo, Child of Dust tells the story of Sang Thanh Ngô, one of countless bi-racial children left behind by American soldiers after the Vietnam War. Stigmatized and abandoned, he spends a lifetime longing for the father he never had. When he unexpectedly locates his gravely ill father in the United States, he is determined to meet him, even at a heavy cost—leaving his wife, daughter, and grandson behind in Vietnam. In an unfamiliar land, his dream of belonging clashes with an unexpected reality, as he finds himself an outsider both in American society and within a family that never knew he existed. But as Sang searches for his father, he discovers something even more profound—his own strength to break free from the past and redefine his future. 93 minutes. In Vietnamese and English with English subtitles. To view the trailer, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkYvsGw7uks. The screening takes place at 5:30 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building). For more information and to see a full line-up of fall films, go to https://cineculture.csufresno.edu.
Saturday, October 17th
Central Valley Indivisible invites you to join them for the next No Kings rally to motivate our community to vote and vote early! No Kings Vote Early takes place from 10:00 am to noon along Shaw Ave between First and Blackstone. To sign up for the rally go to https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/1031558.
Saturday, October 17th
The Fresno County Historical Society invites you to its next Fields of Fresno Ag Tours, featuring Harvest Ranch: Gourds & Goats, with Goats, Cheese & Handcrafted Farm Finds. What better way to welcome fall than with a full day of seasonal adventure, farm-fresh flavors, and plenty of goats along the way? This October, Harvest Ranch: Gourds & Goats invites guests to taste, smell, shop, and experience the season through fresh fall produce, handcrafted goat cheese, goat milk soaps, lotions, and other farm-made finds. This is more than your average trip to the pumpkin patch. Along the way, guests will meet several goat breeds, discover how goat milk is transformed into artisan products, and enjoy the sights, flavors, and charm of fall in the foothills. And did we mention the mimosas? Guests will enjoy lunch at scenic Basilwood Farm, where friendly goats, beautiful surroundings, handcrafted products, and a refreshing mimosa make for a memorable way to spend an autumn afternoon. Non-alcoholic options will also be available. Please note your preference in the comments section at checkout. The day begins at Rocky Oaks Goat Creamery. Opened in 2018 by Margie and Joel Weber, Rocky Oaks became the Central Valley’s first farmstead artisanal goat creamery. Guided by owner Margie Weber, guests will sample handcrafted goat cheese, take a closer look at where it is made, and learn more about the care and process behind each batch. Along the way, guests will meet members of Rocky Oaks’ lively “goat cast,” including their purebred Nubian goats, known for their long, floppy ears and rich milk that is especially well suited for cheesemaking. Before making your way to Prather, there is one stop you can’t miss: the Sunflower Farm Stand. Opened by Michael Strambi in 2023, the stand carries on a five-generation Central Valley farming legacy and offers a colorful mix of fresh local fruit, homemade jams and jellies, towering sunflowers in more than twenty varieties, and a few resident goats happily enjoying retirement. Guests will have time to browse the stand, shop for seasonal produce and farm-made treats, and take in the colorful roadside setting before continuing into the foothills. Up in the foothills, the tour will conclude at Basilwood Farm in Prather, where goat milk takes on an entirely different purpose. Founded in 2010, this family-run farm creates all-natural, handcrafted skincare products using raw goat milk, from cold-process soaps and hydrating lotions to lavender-infused products and other artisan favorites. Jill Spruance, one of Basilwood Farm’s founders, will guide guests through the experience and share the story behind the farm and its products. Guests will meet the farm’s Alpine and LaMancha goats, explore the soap-making operation, browse the farm store, and learn how milk from the herd becomes the products lining Basilwood’s shelves. Reserve your seat and join them for a one-of-a-kind autumn Ag Tour through the countryside. For reservations and more information go to https://www.valleyhistory.org/ag-tour.
Saturday, October 17th
The Porterville College Foundation will host its first annual Auto Swap Meet, inviting automotive enthusiasts, collectors, hobbyists, and community members to buy, sell, and trade cars, parts, tools, automotive memorabilia, and related items. Whether visitors are searching for a part for an ongoing project or simply want to browse, the event offers an opportunity to connect with sellers and others who share an interest in automobiles. Vendor spaces measure 20 by 20 feet and are $50 per space. Day-of registration will be available, with vendor check-in beginning at 5 a.m. Registration and event details are available at https://www.portervillecollegefoundation. The Auto Swap Meet gives the community a way to support educational opportunities for local students. The Porterville College Foundation raises and manages funds for scholarships, including the PC First Scholarship Program, as well as campus programs, facilities, and resources that support stdent success. Participation as a vendor or shopper helps the Foundation continue this work, supporting students as they pursue college degrees, career training, and transfer to four-year universities. The event takes place from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine, at Porterville College Jamison Stadium, 100 E. College Avenue, Porterville.
Sunday, October 18th
The Fresno Art Museum invites you to Hukilau!, their annual Hawaiian-style beach gathering. The event is limited to 140 guests. Reserve your seat(s) NOW! Paradise awaits you at The San Joaquin Country Club in Fresno. When you arrive, FAM’s nani wahines (beautiful ladies) will welcome you with a fresh flower lei, as you become part of our ohana (family) tradition. Doors open and cocktails served from 4 to 5:00 pm. Enjoy Polynesian vibes as you explore the Country Club’s newly remodeled Clubhouse, Banquet Room, and Poolside Bar & Grill. Find old friends or make new ones while you check out Fresno Art Museum’s Silent Auction and bid on unique objects of art or gifts. Explore the Hideaway Island Trade Store and Tahitian Pearl Bar. NEW: this year, you’ll find their BIG TIKI BAR located at the Poolside Bar & Grill! You’ll make new memories as their event Photographer circulates the venue to capture all of your best photo opportunities. Dinner from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. Gracefully decorated round tables come with two bottles of wine on each table, to seat guests in the Fine Dining Room. San Joaquin Country Club’s new chef is preparing an authentic Hawaiian-style buffet, featuring gourmet teriyaki chicken, Asian rice pilaf, grilled vegetable kabobs, and the favorite Hawaiian macaroni salad. Coffee, iced tea, and dessert are included. Next, check your bids at the Silent Auction, then come out to the Poolside Bar & Grill to find your seats for the Polynesian Dance Show. The poolside TIKI BAR offers no-host cocktails (rum, Coke & lime; mai tais; mocktail tropical drinks; beer and wine) throughout the event. Polynesian Dance Show starts at 7:00 pm. Polynesian Dance Club of Fresno is a world-class culture and dance organization. Over 50 years ago, the Kuma family began this beloved Fresno tradition. Now, just returned from Tahiti, Martha Kuma and her dancers will take you on a journey through the Islands, from graceful Hawaiian hulas, exciting Tahitian drums and dancers, to the Samoan fire knife dancer! You’ll love every minute of it! Their motto “No Te Here O Te Hiro’a” means “for the love of culture.” 7:15 to 7:30 pm will be your last chance to bid. Silent Auction closes at 7:30 pm. Proceeds from the HUKILAU play a vital role in supporting the Fresno Art Museum’s mission to celebrate, preserve, and promote contemporary and modern art and international cultures for local and global audiences. Tickets are $180 and can be purchased on-line at https://fammuseumstore.shopsettings.com/Hukilau-Individual-Ticket-p560098969.
Tuesday, October 20th
Michael Masuda, a Democratic candidate for Congress from California’s 5th District, will be participating in a Town Hall at UC Merced, 5200 Lake Rd., Merced, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 22nd through Sunday, October 25th
The Fresno Historical Society invites you to test your detective skills this October at the ever-popular Fresno City & County Historical Society's Annual Mystery Event (Mobsters, Molls and Murders). The window for early bird pricing is closing on July 31st, so grab your seats before tickets increase on August 1st. And the event is filling up fast, with Saturday night's performance already SOLD OUT. This year, the Society’s fundraising Mystery Dinner makes its debut at the historic Archive on Kern. With its vintage charm and unforgettable atmosphere, this stunning venue provides the perfect backdrop for an evening of suspense, secrets, and murder. Tickets for this one-of-a-kind immersive experience are $150 and include delectable five-course grazing menu served throughout the event and filled with savory and sweet delights, including a special welcome cocktail. You only need to bring your wits, which will be needed as you interview suspects, find clues and work to solve a murder. Additional libations are available for purchase on-site. Ticket also includes unlimited non-alcoholic beverages. The event begins at 6:00 pm sharp for all evening performances and 11:00 am for our Matinee. Please arrive promptly to avoid missing an important clue - or becoming a victim yourself. As you know…. murder waits for no one! The themes of this event are not considered appropriate for children under ten. A Murder Most Mysterious…It’s the height of the 1930s in Fresno, and Mickey Scapone rules one of the Valley’s largest bootlegging operations. As owner of A-O-K — the hottest speakeasy in town — he has built an empire of jazz, fine dining, flowing cocktails, and dangerous connections. But this October, A-O-K has gained something new: a murder. Mickey Scapone himself has been killed. Now every guest is a suspect, and it’s up to you to uncover the truth before the night is over. Question suspects, follow clues, and solve the crime so the killer escapes. Those clever enough to crack the case will earn prizes for their ingenuity. For tickets and more information, go to https://www.valleyhistory.org/mystery-dinner-at-kearney-manor.
Friday, October 23rd
Cineculture invites you to a free screening of the film “Make a Face (1971)” with discussant Karen Sperling (Director). Make a Face is an unplaceable, enigmatic, and evocative psychodrama that follows the director and performer Karen Sperling as the expressionless Nina, an artist in an ostensibly constant state of dissociation. Critics at the time made facile comparisons to Milton Moses Ginsberg’s Coming Apart (1969), Roman Polanski’s Repulsion (1965), and Susan Sontag’s Brother Carl (1971), but Make a Face is more unwieldy than those films. For one thing, it’s in color: muddy swirls of brown, beige, and orange fill every image. If anything pops, it’s because of the grey flickers of a television screen or the scant images of buildings’ white walls. Visually, shadows and bounce lighting transform an apartment into a site of mystique. Sperling is part of the Warner family—the granddaughter of Harry Warner, the daughter of producer Milton Sperling—but her film has little to do with Hollywood sensibilities. Independently funded and utterly audacious, Make a Face is built on ideas from psychiatrist R. D. Laing, constructing an experiential suspense film where “dreams, fantasy, and reality are all equal.” One of the film’s most brilliant tactics is the use of an ever-present radio, telegraphing the world’s many woes. Its never-ending presence becomes something to accept, and the way it casts dread serves as an analogue to our present-day doom-scrolling. There are also innovative scenes with hand-crafted split-screen, offering further tension and disorientation. This is, however, not a film about fact vs. fiction or of docufiction antics: it’s about the way that all these things are connected—the destructive state of the world, the collapsing of our social lives and selves. The film begins with a connect-the-dots game of Nina’s face and concludes with a close-up of it, the lighting in constant motion to blur the contours of her head. It’s unclear what emotion she’s conveying—it feels more honest that way. The screening takes place at 5:30 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building). For more information and to see a full line-up of fall films, go to https://cineculture.csufresno.edu.
Friday, October 23rd
Fresno Adventist Academy, a Christian School in South East Fresno, invites the community to learn more about the benefits of its education program on Campus Day. The event is from 8am-12pm at 5397 E. Olive Ave., Fresno. 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. Come learn more about an excellent, accredited, Christ-centered education program near you. RSVP at https://calendly.com/principal-81/campus-day. Find out more about the Academy at www.faa.org.
Saturday, October 24th
The 4th annual Whole Vine Festival takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fresno State Band Practice Field (2671 E. Barstow Ave. at Barstow and Woodrow). This is a free, family-friendly event celebrating agriculture in the San Joaquin Valley. It celebrates the "whole vine" - table grapes, raisins, and wine. The 4th Annual Whole Vine Festival brings together artisan vendors, local food trucks, a kid's zone, live music, and a wine and beer garden to celebrate agriculture and what makes the San Joaquin Valley great! For more information go to https://www.thewholevine.com.
Saturday, October 24th
The Spectrum Art Gallery invites you to its biggest fundraiser of the year, a live auction and exhibition from 1-5 p.m. This year, they’re opening the vault and featuring prints from their extensive archive of photography from local and world-renowned artists. The reception starts at 1 p.m. and the live auction begins at 2. Admission is free, and you can view the on-line catalog at https://spectrumphotogallery.org/home/auction-2026/. There will also be an Arthop reception for the October exhibition from 5-8 p.m. on Thursday, October 1st. Spectrum Art Gallery is located at 608 E. Olive Ave, Fresno.
Saturday, October 24th
Spooktacular returns! A day of international horror showcasing the films Deep Red (free), Never After Dark & Mārama. Join Fresno Filmworrks on Saturday, October 24 (1:30 - 9:00 p.m.) for three fantastic, critically acclaimed films. They love international horror and can't wait to share these goodies with you. They'll have vendors in the courtyard, spooky beverages for sale by us, Fresno Filmworks, and a delicious food truck on site. There's no cost to visit the vendors in the courtyard or to get some great food at the food truck! Even if horror movies aren't your thing, come visit them in the courtyard and hang out.
1:30 PM - Deep Red (Dario Argento, 1979) - Free
5:00 PM - Never After Dark (Dave Boyle, 2026) - $8.00
7:30 PM - Mārama (Taratoa Stappard, 2025) - $8.00
As always, parking is free and there are discounts for students, seniors and veterans.
Tickets are: $8 for General Admission, $5 for student/senior/veteran discount,
$14 for a day pass. Screening of Deep Red is free! For tickets and information go to
Saturday, October 24th
Celebrate Halloween a little early in the Brewery District with Halloween Fest, a costume contest, photo ops, live music, vendors, themed-drinks, and more fun to be announced. It takes place from 4 - 10pm in the Brewery District (Fulton Street between Inyo and Mono). Stay tuned!
Saturday, October 24th
Ephesians Community Church Of God In Christ is pleased to announce a free community event designed to bless local families and strengthen neighborhood connections. Their "Hots & Wash" Community Carwash will take place on Saturday, October 24th, from 10 am to 2 pm at 245 West Myers, one block off South Thorne in Fresno. Community members are invited to drive through for a complimentary carwash while enjoying free hot dogs and hamburgers served on-site. Volunteers will be present to wash vehicles, serve food, and create a welcoming environment for all attendees. The event is open to everyone at no cost. This outreach effort reflects their commitment to serving Fresno families with kindness, practical support, and community care. No registration is required. This event is completely free — no cost, no catch, no fundraising! Just drive in, get washed, and enjoy food on us. For additional details, please contact 623-202-8290.
Sunday, October 25th
Join Chanticleer Shakespeare Co. in partnership with the Fresno Art Museum for an evening of Shakespeare’s love sonnets performed live as acclaimed, Fresno-based artist Leslie Batty creates and inspired original painting onstage, to be auctioned live at the close of the evening. This collaborative event takes place from 5-7 p.m. in the Bonner Auditorium. Tickets are $20 and must be purchased in advance, no later than noon on Friday, October 23rd. A hosted wine bar and hors d’oeuvres reception will follow the event. For tickets and more information, go to www.fresnoartmuseum.org.
Thursday, October 29th
The Fresno State Agribusiness Management Conference takes place at Pardini's, 2257 West Shaw Avenue in Fresno. Registration is now open for this upcoming Agribusiness Networking Event. Early Registration Fee: $125.00. This rate will increase to $150.00 on September 1 so be sure to register early! The luncheon keynote speaker will be Walt Duflock, Vice President of Innovation at the Western Growers Association. His insights are sure to inspire and guide us as we navigate the challenges and opportunities in agribusiness. For more information, go to https://jcast.fresnostate.edu/ifa/announcements-events/ag-business-conference.html. To register, go to https://commerce.cashnet.com/cashnetg/static/storefront/fresnoem_ifa/catalog.
Friday, October 30th
Cineculture invites you to a free screening of the film “The Late Shift (2025)” with discussant Dr. Rose Marie Kuhn. With a warm smile and positive attitude, Floria (Leonie Benesch, The Teachers’ Lounge) arrives at the surgical ward of the Swiss hospital where she works as a nurse on the overnight shift. With one colleague out sick and no replacement on deck, just two nurses and a nervous trainee will have to cover more than two dozen patients. The doctors to whom the nurses are supposed to defer are nowhere to be found. Floria juggles endless tasks: administering medication, updating charts, soothing patients, answering phones, and managing complaints. Surrounded by fluorescent lights, the steady beeping of monitors, and echoing footsteps, Floria struggles to fight off exhaustion and maintain her professional demeanor. Every second counts, and every interruption could mean the difference between life and death. In her film, Swiss screenwriter and director Petra Volpe (The Divine Order) skillfully uses real-time tension to examine the emotional cost of frontline care work and the quiet, unglamorous triumph of keeping people alive in a pitiless system. Late Shift is a portrait of everyday courage, both an homage to nurses and a rousing call to address the global staffing shortage in the industry. In German with English subtitles. Go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlxEVrEhVes to view the trailer. The screening takes place at 5:30 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building). For more information and to see a full line-up of fall films, go to https://cineculture.csufresno.edu.
Saturday, October 31st
14+ Downtown bars and restaurants together bring you the next installment of Crawl Downtown: Halloween on Saturday, October 31 from 5pm - midnight. Get ready for no-cover entry, themed drinks, costumes, free trolley rides to the venues, and a chance to win $200 in prizes! You can choose your own adventure by starting at one of 3 check in locations, Kocky's, South of Shaw or Procreations, then crawling through these participating businesses:
- Procreations - brewery
- Dab Tacos - restaurant and bar
- Rec Room - bar
- Bespoke/Modernist - cocktail bars
- Smokin' Woods BBQ - restaurant
- The Cave - restaurant and bar
- Moses McQueen's - restaurant and bar
- Los Panchos - restaurant and bar
- Quail State - cocktail bar
- South of Shaw - restaurant and bar
- Neat & Noir - cocktail bar
- Kocky's - restaurant and bar
- On A Roll Sushi Mexican Japanese Bar - restaurant and bar
- Mezcal Lounge - night club and official after party
The FresnoHop Trolley (Crawly Trolley) will be running along the Crawl route with free rides from 6pm – midnight. The Crawl starts at 5pm, and with an official after party at Mezcal Lounge, it goes all night long until midnight! Tickets are $15. Learn more and get tickets at https://www.downtownfresno.org/crawldowntown?mc_cid=feaa81d503&mc_eid=2ca9ce4e90.
Saturday, October 31st
The ALS Network invites you to their 27th annual Central Valley Ride, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Woodward Park in Fresno to support the search for prevention strategies, effective treatments, and cures for ALS. This year’s fundraising goal is $120,000 with proceeds from the event utilized to support California programs and services for the ALS community, help enact life-improving legislation, as well as fund critical research throughout the world. Funds raised support the mission priorities of the ALS Network in research, public policy, and direct care services, which are offered free-of-charge to people with ALS and their loved ones. Visit https://alswalkcentralvalley.org to learn more.
Wednesday, November 4th
The Clovis Veteran’s Memorial District invites you to Veterans to Law Forum, starting at 6 p.m. at San Joaquin College of Law, 901 5th Street, Clovis. In collaboration with the San Joaquin College of Law, the District will host the Veterans to Law Forum, connecting Veterans and military-connected individuals with opportunities to explore careers in the legal profession. The forum will bring together legal professionals, educators, and resources to help participants better understand the pathway to law school and careers in law. Recognizing the leadership, discipline, and commitment to service Veterans bring to the profession, this event encourages those who have served our nation to continue making a difference in their communities. For additional information, visit https://www.sjcl.edu/admissions/veteran-s-to-law-school-panel.
Thursday, November 5th
The Clovis Veteran’s Memorial District invites you to its “Vet Biz Rally Point Summit: Start Uhp, Scale Up, and Succeed,” at the Clovis Veterans Memorial District campus at 808 4th Street, Clovis, starting at 4:00 pm. The District, in collaboration with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC), Central Valley SCORE, Women's Entrepreneurship Center, California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), and other community partners, will host the Vet Biz Rally Point Summit. Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and established business owners, the summit will connect Veterans and their families with the resources, guidance, and relationships needed to launch, expand, and sustain successful businesses. Whether developing a business idea, scaling an existing enterprise, or planning for long-term success, participants will have opportunities to connect with organizations dedicated to supporting Veteran entrepreneurship. For additional information, visit https://cvmdistrict.ca.gov/vetbizrally.
Friday, November 6th
Cineculture invites you to a free screening of the film “American Solitaire (2025)” with discussant Aaron Davidman (Director). Slinger came home from war. But the battle isn't over. American Solitaire stars Joshua Close (Wayward, Fargo) as a veteran unraveling in the aftermath of combat, adrift in a country that celebrates guns but has little language for the damage they leave behind. Written and directed by Aaron Davidman, the film is a raw, urgent portrait of one man's journey back to himself. The film examines the hidden costs of military service - PTSD, reintegration, and the psychological toll of combat - while confronting how masculinity, identity, and notions of safety have become entangled with America's relationship with firearms. At its heart, American Solitaire is about the cost of a culture that glorifies violence, creating space for viewers of all perspectives to question assumptions about strength, responsibility, and what it truly means to protect and heal. To view the trailer, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpc7olNGWS4. The screening takes place at 5:30 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building). For more information and to see a full line-up of fall films, go to https://cineculture.csufresno.edu.
Saturday, November 7th
The Visalia Community Chorus presents Grant Us Peace on Friday, November 6 at 7:00 pm at LJ Williams Theater, 1001 W Main St. in Visalia,. More than 150 voices from VCC and College of the Sequoias, conducted by Artistic Director John Sorber, will join a 50-member orchestra for Vaughan Williams' Dona Nobis Pacem, featuring a special performance by Voces Lumine. Tickets go on sale October 5 at https://visaliacommunitychorus.org/concerts.
Saturday, November 7th
Reedley Peace Center is partnering with Willow Avenue Mennonite Church for a seminar on Practicing Peace / Resisting War. It will be spread over two weekends, November 7 and 14. On November 7th the subject is War & Conscientious Objection, with panelists Weldon Nisly on War: Who lies, who dies, who profits, who pays, and David Ortman on Conscientious Objection: Are you opposed to participation in war in any form? This event takes place from 9-11:40 at the Willow Ave. Mennonite Church at 2529 Willow Ave. in Clovis.
Wednesday, November 11th
The Clovis Veteran’s Memorial District invites you to its annual Veterans Day Celebration, bringing Veterans, military families, and community members together for a day of remembrance, gratitude, and patriotic traditions. Th celebration will feature activities throughout the District campus, offering opportunities for all generations to connect with Veterans, learn their stories, and recognize the sacrifices made in defense of our nation. Veterans Day Schedule of Activities:
7:00 AM – 11:00 AM | VFW Post 3225 Pancake Breakfast: Begin the day with breakfast and fellowship alongside Veterans, families, and community members.
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Live Band & Car Show: Enjoy live music and a display of classic, custom, and specialty vehicles in a family-friendly celebration.
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Faces of Our Veterans: Discover the stories of local Veterans and the experiences that shaped their military service.
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Community Heritage Center: Explore exhibits highlighting military history, local heritage, and the enduring legacy of service within our community.
11:00 AM | Patriotic Concert: Gather for a special musical tribute celebrating America's Veterans and honoring the sacrifices made to preserve our freedoms.
All Veterans Day activities are open to the public, and community members of all ages are encouraged to attend. For event information and car show registration, visit https://cvmdistrict.ca.gov/veteransday.
Thursday, November 12th
Fresno Adventist Academy, a non-profit Christian School in Fresno, is offering a free Confident Parenting Workshop from 6-7:30 pm at 5397 E. Olive Ave., Fresno. The workshop will focus on practical strategies parents can use to strengthen their parenting skills, better understand and support their children’s behavior, build positive connections, and help their children develop important social and emotional skills. Their speaker is ReHanna Mendoza, M.S., BCBA. ReHanna Mendoza is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with nearly a decade of experience spanning early intervention, crisis counseling, and adult residential services. She has seen firsthand the lifelong impact of early behavioral support and meaningful skill development. Workshop Topics Include: Behavior support, Positive engagement, Social skills and Conflict resolution. For more information or to register, go to https://calendly.com/principal-81/free-confident-parenting-workshop. You can also visit www.FAA.org.
Friday, November 13th
Cineculture invites you to a free screening of the film Armenian Short Films (titles to be announced). The screening takes place at 5:30 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building). For more information and to see a full line-up of fall films, go to https://cineculture.csufresno.edu.
Friday, November 13th
Fresno Pacific University invites you to Start-Up Fest. Sponsored by FPU’s Center for Community Transformation, this event is a chance to explore Fresno’s vibrant small business scene. An afternoon of shopping, learning and connecting with entrepreneurs, all while discovering local products and hearing inspiring stories. Located in the Warkentine Culture and Arts Center at the FPU Main Campus, 4848 E. Butler Ave, Fresno, the event is from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 14th
Reedley Peace Center is partnering with Willow Avenue Mennonite Church for a seminar on Practicing Peace / Resisting War. It will be spread over two weekends, November 7 and 14. On November 14th the subject is “Approaches to Practicing Peace.” Panelists include Peter Smith on habits for resisting war or some practicalities of loving my neighbor, Dan O’Connell on Christic action: Nonviolent organizing against systemic violence and war, Jim Lichti on war tax resistance, and Barb Ewy on sharring peace with our children. This event takes place from 9-11:40 at the Willow Ave. Mennonite Church at 2529 Willow Ave. in Clovis.
Saturday, November 14th
The Fresno County Historical Society invites you to the Fields of Fresno Ag Tour Season Finale on Saturday, November 14th, with Ruby & Amber Harvest. The final tour of the 2026 season will highlight the flavors, colors and stories of autumn in the Valley. Guests will visit Home Grown Cellars in Madera, explore the history and winemaking traditions of Ficklin Vineyards known for their vintage ports, and stop at a local U-Pick farm for another look at the fall harvest. Lunch will be catered by Max’s Bistro as guests enjoy one last day of discovering the farms, families and producers that help shape Central Valley agriculture until early 2027. From ruby-red fruit to the amber tones of a fall vineyard, Ruby & Amber Harvest will bring the Fields of Fresno season to a colorful close. This is your last chance to board the luxury motor coach this season, so secure your tickets today and join us for one final Fields of Fresno adventure! Tickets are $95 and can be purchased at https://www.valleyhistory.org/ag-tour.
Wednesday, November 18th
CMAC (Community Media Access Collaborative) invites you to The Big Tell 2026 Showcase at Tower Theatre, 815 E. Olive in the Tower District, on November 18! The Big Tell Showcase brings this year’s original short documentaries to the big screen, featuring stories from across Fresno, Merced, Madera, Mariposa, Kings, and Tulare counties. After months of researching, filming, and editing, this year’s filmmakers are ready to share their work and introduce audiences to the people, places, and experiences at the heart of their stories. Admission is free, RSVP! Come join us and celebrate a decade of celebrate a decade of local storytelling! To RSVP and for more information e-mail info@cmac.tv.
Thursday, November 19th
The Tehipite Chapter of the Sierra Club invites you to “Greenland: Ice Melt and Biological Productivity at the Edge of the Greenland Ice Shelf.” Dr. Mike Wood will take us on a journey from the steep valley walls of Yosemite and the broader Sierra Nevada range to the fjords of Greenland, surveying the 100's of glaciers that calve icebergs from the ice sheet and consider how and why they have changed over the past several decades. This event is free and open to the general public. It starts at 7 pm at the Woodward Park Regional Library, 944 E Perrin, Fresno.
Friday, November 20th
Cineculture invites you to a free screening of the film “Pinch (2025)” with discussant Uttera Singh (Director). Pinch by Indian-born director Uttera Singh tells the story of Maitri, an aspiring travel blogger who shares a home with her mother in their Indian apartment block. She feels trapped and struggles to find an audience for her travel-centric YouTube channel; her mother disapproves of her career path; and she still works through unresolved grief after the loss of her father. Thinking it will make good video content for her channel, Maitri tags along with her mother and their neighbors, trusted landlord Rajesh and his wife, to a temple during the Hindu festival of Navrati. When she is groped by Rajesh on the way to the festival, she is shocked, furious, and lonely, and impulsively decides to take retributive steps, setting off a chain of events that rocks her tight-knit community. 83 minutes. In Hindi and English with English subtitles. To view the trailer go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uI8DXCwXOZc. The screening takes place at 5:30 p.m. at the Peters Educational Center Auditorium (West of Save Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building). For more information and to see a full line-up of fall films, go to https://cineculture.csufresno.edu.
Friday, November 20th
The Reedley Peace Center invites you to “News from ReconciliAsian: Resisting Locally and Globally in a World of Fire and ICE,” with Sue Park-Hur. Join Sue Park-Hur, co-director of ReconciliAsian, for an update on the work of the ReconciliAsian peace center and the ways AAPI communities are resisting ICE enforcement and anti-Asian hate. She will also share news of a new peace center in South Korea, which works alongside immigrants living in Korea and strengthen intercultural capacity in an increasingly multicultural Korean society. The event takes place at 6:30 p.m. at The Fellowship Hall of First Mennonite Church, on L Street between 12th and 13th Streets in Reedley. For more information e-mail reedleypeacecenter@gmail.com.
Saturday, December 19th
HALO Café invites you to a Community Donation Event from 10 a.m. to noon at the Eaton Amphitheater, 2400 Fresno St., Fresno. Join them to support individuals experiencing homelessness. Community members are encouraged to come together and donate items to help those in need. Every donation, big or small, can make a difference and help support members of our community.
Saturday, March 13th and Sunday, March 14th
The Madera Heart of California Quilters' Guild is having their upcoming Quilt Show, "Quilts in Bloom", on March 13-14, 2027 at the Madera Fairgrounds - Hatfield Hall. It takes place on Saturday from 10:00 am-4:00 pm, and on Sunday from 10:00 am-3:00 pm. The Madera Fairgrounds - Hatfield Hall is located at 1850 Cleveland Ave. Madera.
Admission is $15 for adults, $2 for children 12 and under, and admission is good for both days. Join them for an exciting two-days filled with Quilts displayed by guild members, various Vendors from the craft community, Opportunity Quilt and Baskets, Food Trucks, and more! There will be a children's treasure hunt and attendees will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite quilts.
MULTIPLE DAY EVENTS:
Friday, August 28th through Sunday, October 18th
The Good Company Players presents “The Cemetery Club.” Three widows find friendship and laughter as they grapple with love and loss in their monthly visits to their husbands’ graves. But when one tries to move on, the other two sabotage her budding romance. 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/good-night-oscar-tickets-215188.
Friday, September 25th through Sunday, November 15th
Good Company Players invites you to a performance of “Come From Away.” On 9/11 the world stopped. On 9/12 their stories moved us all. The brilliant hit musical based on the remarkable true story of the “Come From Aways” diverted from Europe to the small Newfoundland town of Gander. 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/annie/.
Friday, October 2nd through Sunday, October 11th
Join Yosemite Gateway Art Center for Sierra Art Trails 22nd Annual Open Studio Tour, showcasing the work of local artists and artisans in homes, studios, galleries, and businesses across Eastern Madera and Mariposa Counties! Sierra Art Trails is the most anticipated arts event in the Yosemite area, giving art enthusiasts the chance to see fine art and craft in the making, and to purchase works directly from the artists. Sierra Art Trails offers a wide range of media including painting, photography, jewelry, sculpture, fiber arts, woodcarving, ceramics, glass, and more! Review the Catalog – Plan Your Trip - Visit the Artists’ Studios. It takes place Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 3-5 and October 10-12, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day. Catalogs can be purchased on their website https://sierraarttrails.org/order/ or at a participating location listed on our website. The artist listings in the catalog contain a brief introduction, contact details, and a tantalizing glimpse of each artist’s work. If an artist sparks your curiosity, jot down their site number, and then consult the handy fold-out maps. With your route in mind, you're ready to begin your artistic journey. This is a great time to purchase fine arts and crafts for your home or as gifts for the holidays. You may even consider commissioning a unique piece of art.
Wednesday, October 7th through Sunday, October 18th
The Big Fresno Fair will be held at the Fresno Fairgrounds, 1121 S. Chance Avenue Fresno. Gates open at 4 p.m. on the opening day and on this day only, Fairgoers can enter the Fair for just $5 when you purchase at the gate! And if you donate a pint of blood between August 25 – October 18 at any Central California Blood Center donor center or mobile unit, you’ll receive a Buy One, Get One Free admission voucher for the 2026 Big Fresno Fair. For information about tickets, discounts and the great lineup of entertainment at this year’s Fair, go to https://www.fresnofair.com.
Ongoing
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.
Every 1st Wednesday
There will be a vigil from noon to 1:00 pm in front of the Federal Courthouse at 2500 Tulare St. in Downtown Fresno, sponsored by Women in Black.
Every 3rd 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, sponsored by Raza Against War.
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.
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 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.
First Thursday of each month:
Starting in May, Downtown Fresno Partnership, Fresno Arts Council, Hella Fresno, Bad Kids Club, The Alley in the Valley and Vendor Village, with assistance from the City of Fresno, are all partnering together to bring you Fulton StreetHop the first Thursday of each month. Fulton Street will be an ArtHop venue and will feature live music, food trucks, vendors, and of course, art. All types of vendors and performers are invited to apply to take part with applications now open. Artists will have zero vending fees for the first 3 months and can be reimbursed up to $100 for insurance costs. With StreetHop starting in May, you will see more restrooms, security, and cleanliness along Fulton Street on first Thursdays. If you have any questions, please reach out to info@downtownfresno.org. Please note that parking on these nights will remain at a $10 flat fee at meters and in garages. For any parking questions, please call The City of Fresno Parking Department at (559) 621-7275.
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.
Fridays
Join Central Valley Indivisible for their Bridge Brigade, from 7-9 a.m. at 41 and Shaw.
Fridays:
The Iranian Culture & Art Club of Fresno invite you to Persian Language Classes starting on Friday, September 11 at 4:30 pm, at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno, 2672 E. Alluvial Ave. There is no charge for these classes but donations are appreciated. Please arrive at 4:15 PM for registration. Dance Class will begin on Friday, September 18 at 5:50 pm. For more information, call (559) 709-3851 or go to www.iraniancultureandartclub.com.
Third Sunday of the month
The Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization invites you to join them for World Meditation (guided meditation) on Zoom, 5:30pm - 6:30pm. For class sign up, call (559) 435-2212 or e-mail rajayoga108@gmail.com.
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. Bring your signs with whatever is on your mind that week. Mark your calendars and let's join together to raise our voices.
Every Saturday until the repressive regime in Iran falls:
Join the Iranian Culture & Arts Club of Fresno for its weekly candlelight vigil in support of the people of Iran struggling against a repressive regime. The event takes place every Saturday from 6-7 p.m. at Blackstone & Nees. For more information, call (559)709-3851.
Every Saturday, starting April 4th
Peace Fresno and People for Palestine will protest at Fashion Fair (Shaw Ave & Fresno St.) from 5-6:30 p.m. No War on Iran, No ICE, Stop Gaza Genocide, Free Palestine!
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 first and third Sunday
Fresno Metro Ministry, Rooted in Wellness Collective, and Fresno Housing invite you to the Yo’Ville Farmers Market, which will be held the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month from 8 a.m. to noon. This market brings fresh energy to West Fresno as the neighborhood’s first certified Farmers Market; celebrating local food, culture, and community every 1st and 3rd Sunday. Shop vibrant, freshly harvested produce, enjoy music and food, and connect with neighbors in a welcoming, family-friendly space. While the market will focus on providing produce, there are activities for all ages, like Yoga, Kids Zone, information on community resources, free plants, and much more. Yo’Ville Farmer’s Market runs from 8 a.m. to noon at 709 W. California Ave. in Fresno. For more information, e-mail gardens@fresnometmin.org, or call (559) 485-1416.
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 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 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.
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.
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 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.
