KFCF Community Calendar: Updated 10/4/24
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DAILY CALENDAR
(Multiple Day and Ongoing Events are at end of posting)
Friday, October 4th
Cineculture invites you to a screening of Armenian Short Films, with discussants to be announced. The films to be screened include:
HISHÉ (Remember), directed by Anahid Yahjian, a meditation on alienation, confusion, grief and the burden of remembering. These four elements frame the director’s relationship with the Nagorno-Karabakh region now more than ever. This film is an attempt to capture this process and is comprised of footage and photographs that she and others have accumulated in the last 10-12 years of areas in the region where she is no longer permitted to go and ask her questions. In English.
250km: When a war suddenly breaks out in Artsakh, a 14-year-old boy finds himself faced with a decision that could save his family, with no time to think, he embarks on a treacherous 250-kilometer journey to safety. Directed by Hasmik Movsisyan. In Armenian with English subtitles.
Anahide: A girl and her father speak about their culture, roots and mother. Directed by Arnaud Khayadjanian. In Armenian with English subtitles.
Levon - A Wondrous Life: LEVON is a 60-year-old rollerblader living exuberantly in the post-Soviet landscape of Yerevan, Armenia. He is aware of the struggles his people face and understands why they are emigrating in droves. But that doesn't change his enduring belief in and contentment with the simple magic of being alive. Directed by Anahid Yahjian and Emily Mkrtichian. In Armenian and English with English subtitles.
Taniel: Constantinople, April 24, 1915. As the British prepared their landings in nearby Gallipoli, hundreds of arrest warrants are issued across the city. The arrival of police at poet Taniel Varoujan’s door would shatter his home, destroy his work, and his family would never see him again. Film Noir in style, “Taniel” pays homage to the era of dramatic filmmaking with extreme lighting and camera angles. The narrative is mostly heard through poetry, with Varoujan’s poems in Armenian expressing the emotions in each of the scenes; and narrative poetry in English delivered with an emotive depth of feeling by Sean Bean. Directed by Garo Berberian.
From the Border: The old man is the only one who did not leave the village, he repairs the door of an abandoned house every day. One night suddenly the villagers’ dialogues and children’s voices are heard. The dog looks at the man in surprise. He is wearing a white suit, and smugly “turned on the voice of the village.” Directed by Artur Saribekyan. In Armenian with English subtitles.
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). All screenings are free of charge and open to the public. Parking is not enforced after 4 p.m., on Fridays. For more information go to https://cineculture.csufresno.edu.
Saturday, October 5th
CMAC (Community Media Alliance Collaborative) invites you to “From Script to Screen: A Hands-On Filmmaking Workshop,” taking place from 1-5 p.m. at CMAC, 1555 Van Ness Avenue #201, Fresno. Step into the world of filmmaking with our immersive filmmaking workshop! This hands-on experience will take you from script to screen, as you learn the fundamentals of shooting a scene from a feature film. Start the day with an engaging introduction, highlighting real-world filmmaking techniques by experienced Chief Lighting Technician and Director of Photography Zach Yetman. Then, partake in a role on a set—whether as a cinematographer, lighting technician, or grip—and learn what it takes to bring a film scene to life. From rehearsals to recording multiple takes, you'll see every step of the production process. Finally, there will be a review of the footage, and the opportunity to ask questions and connect with fellow filmmakers. Don’t miss this chance to experience and learn what being on a film crew is like! This event is free for CMAC members or $10 for non-members, and tickets and more information is available at https://ScriptToScreenOct24.eventbrite.com/?aff=CC.
Saturday, October 5th
The Westside Theatre in Newman, CA, invites you to Blood Red Sky U2 Tribute, starting at 8 p.m. Northern California's premier U2 Tribute, Blood Red Sky, plays all the hits of U2 from the glory days to today with an emphasis on their Red Rocks performance when they were all still young and hungry. For tickets and more information, go to https://westsidetheatre.ticketleap.com/blood-red/dates/Oct-05-2024_at_0800PM.
Saturday, October 5th
The Fresno Art Museum invites you to a Lecture & Luncheon honoring the Council of 100 Distinguished Woman Artist for 2024, Wendy Maruyama. Luncheon tickets are $65 each and cover the luncheon with the artist, an elegant vegetarian lunch catered by Food for Thought, wine & ice tea, dessert, a lecture in the Bonner Auditorium by Wendy Maruyama, and a copy of the exhibition catalog WENDY MARUYAMA: A Sculptural Survey, craft, material, process, 1972-2024.
11:00 am Doors open
11:30 am Lecture by Wendy Maruyama in FAM’s Bonner Auditorium
12:00 pm Meet Wendy in her exhibition
12:30 pm Luncheon in honor of Wendy in FAM’s Sculpture Garden (weather permitting) or Lobby. All luncheon reservations will be held at the door and are non-refundable. This is a fundraising event for the Council of 100. Tickets will not be available at the door. To purchase tickets and for more information, go to https://fammuseumstore.shopsettings.com/2024-Council-100-Artist-Wendy-Maruyama-c171497401.
Wednesday, October 9th
CMAC (Community Media Alliance Collaborative) invites you to “Getting Started at CMAC” from 6-7:30 p.m. at CMAC, 1555 Van Ness Avenue #201, Fresno. Come one come all! This free and open-to-the-public event includes a tour of our state-of-the-art CMAC facilities, opportunities to learn about the media tools, recording spaces, our media services, and more! Start your media production journey at YOUR local community media center by registering today! This event is free for all, and tickets and more information are available at https://GettingStarted-OCT24.eventbrite.com/?aff=CC.
Thursday, October 10th
You are invited to a Forum on Palestine presented by M.E.Ch.A. and the Fresno City College Social Justice Center. Hear from voices of the Palestinian community, educators, and Veterans for Peace. The forum takes place at 6 p.m. in Forum 101 at the Fresno City College Campus. There is relaxed parking in Lot B.
Thursday, October 10th
Friends of the Auberry Library invite you to a Concert of Early Jazz and Western Swing with Duo Scott Stobbe and Ella Thomasine "The Silver Lining Serenaders". It takes place indoors at the Auberry Library from 7:30-9:00 pm. For more information call (559) 855-5690 or e-mail foalorg@gmail.com.
Friday, October 11th
Friday, October 11th
CMAC (Community Media Alliance Collaborative) invites you to a workshop on Podcasting, from 4-6 p.m. at CMAC, 1555 Van Ness Avenue #201, Fresno. Learn how CMAC can help you create a successful podcast. Join us for our Introduction to Podcasting workshop where you will learn the basic structure of a podcast, get familiar with equipment in our podcast studio, and create a teaser for your show. Attendees are encouraged to come up with an idea for a podcast. Seating is limited. This event is free for CMAC members and $10 for non-members, and tickets and more information are available at https://Podcasting-OCT24.eventbrite.com/?aff=CC.
Saturday, October 12th
Vineyard Farmers Market’s 3rd Annual Fresno Fungi Festival takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Farmer’s Market (northwest corner of Blackstone and Shaw). Join them as they celebrate the magical and fantastic fungi. The Fresno Fungi Festival will feature Fresno State Mycology Group, local food booths, mushroom themed crafts, mushroom product vendors, a mushroom costume contest at noon, beer garden featuring beer from Crow & Wolf Brewery and live music by Central California’s Grateful Dead tribute band, Touch of Gravy. Admission is $15 with food sampling and $5 without. There will also be food sampling by Aroma Tavern, See’sonal Eat’s, Libelula, and Trelio, and FSU Biologist Alija Mujic will talk about mycology. Alice Waters of Chez Panisse in Berkeley California visited the Vineyard Farmer’s Marker arbor on a hot August afternoon and described it as a “cathedral dedicated to fruits and vegetables” and “the most beautiful and authentic farmers market I have ever been to.” Vineyard Farmers Market is open Wednesday’s from 3 to 6 pm and Saturday’s 7 am to noon.
Saturday, October 12th
CMAC (Community Media Alliance Collaborative) invites you to a workshop on Documentary Filmmaking taking place from 1-3 p.m. at CMAC, 1555 Van Ness Avenue #201, Fresno. Interested in producing a documentary film but not sure how to get started? Look no further! In this workshop, local filmmaker Angelica Hernandez will dive into the basics of documentary filmmaking. From developing your story to planning and filming a successful interview, this workshop will help you gain invaluable information on how to get started on your documentary journey. This event is free for CMAC members or $10 for non-members, and tickets and more information is available at https://DF-OCT24.eventbrite.com/?aff=CC.
Saturday, October 12th
Kaweah Health Hospice invites children who have experienced the death of a significant person in their lives to attend the Good Grief Camp on Saturday, October 12th. This free event aims to help children learn coping skills and find healing through a variety of engaging activities. The camp will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Visalia Nazarene Church, 3333 W. Caldwell Ave. in Visalia. While primarily geared for children ages 5-12, the camp has benefited attendees as young as 4 and as old as 16 in previous years. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Call (559) 733-0642 to register. Led by professionals trained in child development, mental health, and education, the camp offers a nurturing environment for children to explore their feelings and learn that they are not alone in their grief. Through games, crafts, and age-appropriate activities, children will develop coping skills while also having fun. Parents and guardians will participate in the event alongside their children, but will also attend a separate workshop focusing on self-care and strategies to support their child through the grieving process. Camp highlights include:
Free attendance for children and their parent/guardian
Camp T-shirt and lunch provided
Childcare available for ages 1-4 (pre-registration required)
Spanish interpreter available upon request
Special craft project (children should bring a 4” x 6” picture of their loved one)
For more information call Jaclyn Bunting at (559) 624-2812.
Wednesday, October 16th
CMAC (Community Media Alliance Collaborative) invites you to an Equipment Showcase taking place from 6-8 p.m. at CMAC, 1555 Van Ness Avenue #201, Fresno. Have an idea for a video project but are not sure what kind of gear to use? If you have been wanting to learn about modern, high-quality cameras, microphones, lighting equipment, and other professional production gear, this showcase is for you! Come and see what kind of state-of-the-art gear CMAC has available for members to check out. We will talk about each camera's features, production accessories, functionality, and equipment use cases.You will have an opportunity to ask questions and mingle with fellow community members like you! This event is free for all, and tickets and more information is available at https://EquipmentShowcaseOCT24.eventbrite.com/?aff=CC.
Friday, October 18th
Cineculture invites you to a screening of “The Elephants and the Grass” with discussants Beau Rosario & Brandon Gulish (Co-Directors). Co-Directors Beau Rosario and Brandon Gulish chronicle the perilous journey of twelve-year-old Shamira Muhammed and her mother as they escape the civil war in South Sudan. The film captures their fight for survival during a 100-mile trek to a refugee camp in Uganda, braving numerous dangers. By combining dramatic re-creations with personal interviews, the documentary not only shares Shamira's story but also explores the wider context of South Sudan's conflict and its generational trauma. It highlights the resilience of those affected and celebrates the strength of women and children as key to the nation’s future. 103 minutes. To view the trailer go to https://vimeo.com/950357077. 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). All screenings are free of charge and open to the public. Parking is not enforced after 4 p.m., on Fridays. For more information go to https://cineculture.csufresno.edu.
Saturday, October 19th
The Discovery Center invites you to 2024 Tricks & Treats, from 10 am-2 pm. Looking for a not-so-scary party to take the kids to? Discovery Center has got you covered! Tricks & Treats boasts trick-or-treating, live entertainment, and great food. As you stroll through the grounds, you’ll see decorated booths and fun crafts to take home. The cost is $1 for nonmembers, FREE for members, veterans/active duty, & ages 2yrs & under. At just $1 admission, Fresno Discovery Center is the place to be on Saturday, October 19, 2024. Tickets and information can be found at https://FresnoDiscoveryCenter.org.
Saturday, October 19th
You’re invited to Chowchilla’s “Haunted Night at the Museum,” from 4-8 p.m. at the Fossil Discover Center, 19450 Ave. 21½ in Chowchilla. It will feature “Swamp Thing” and Spooky Pond Tours, as well as games, prizes and hot dog meals for sale. The cost is $10 per person (kids under 2 are free). For more information call 559-665-7107 or go to www.maderamammoths’.org.
Saturday, October 19th and Sunday, October 20th
Savor the flavor of the San Joaquin Valley at the 2024 Whole Vine Festival, happening October 19 and 20 at Fresno State University! At The Whole Vine Festival, you’ll have the chance to taste, learn, and experience everything that makes the San Joaquin Valley so unique – from the sweetest table grapes and raisins-nature’s candy, to the most complex and nuanced wines. It takes place at Fresno State near the corner of Barstow and Woodrow, with parking off of Woodrow. It runs Saturday the 19th from 10 am - 5 pm and Sunday the 20th from 10 am - 4 pm.
Wednesday, October 23rd
The Tehipite Chapter of the Sierra Club invites you to a presentation by mycologist Christopher Bivins on "Truffle Fungi of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.” This event is free and open to the general public. The presentation takes place starting at 7 p.m. at the Woodward Park Library, 944 E Perrin Ave, Fresno. More information is available at https://sierraclub.org/tehipite.
Thursday, October 24th
The San Joaquin River Parkway & Conservation Trust invites you to its next “Respite by the River” event featuring a reading by Steve Yarbrough and music by Kathy Barwick. Take a break from the rush of everyday life and join the River Parkway Trust for a Respite by the River. Bring your picnic dinner, blanket, and lawn chair, and relax at the River Center while you enjoy music provided by talented local musicians. Then you'll enjoy a reading by a Central Valley author. The evening schedule is as follows: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Live dinner music, bring your dinner, lawn chair, or blanket 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - Reading by an acclaimed author. For more information, go to https://riverparkway.org/activities/respite-by-the-river/.
Thursday, October 24th
The Friends of the Auberry Library invite you to its Anne Neal Speaker Series featuring Jemmy Bluestein presents "The Pine Pitch: A Forestry Saga, Update and Protocol". It takes place indoors at the Auberry Library from 7:30-8:30 pm. For more information call (559) 855-5690 or e-mail foalorg@gmail.com.
Friday, October 25th
Cineculture invites you to a screening of “Floyd Abrams: Speaking Freely” (2023) with discussant Professor Douglas Fraleigh. Floyd Abrams: Speaking Freely explores America’s dedication to the foundational principles of free speech and free press through the groundbreaking work of attorney Floyd Abrams. A biopic of the First Amendment told through Abrams’ important cases, this film reveals how this legal giant helped transform the First Amendment from an often ignored principle into a bulwark of American democracy. As the nation grapples with issues such as hate speech, book banning, the impact of money in politics, artificial intelligence and the dangers of boundless internet communication in a rapidly changing media ecosystem, Abrams continues to advocate for broad First Amendment protections. To view the trailer go to https://vimeo.com/862153889/289d5445a8. 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). All screenings are free of charge and open to the public. Parking is not enforced after 4 p.m., on Fridays. For more information go to https://cineculture.csufresno.edu.
Saturday, October 26th
Each October, the Fresno County Historical Society hosts one of its most popular annual events - Mystery at Kearney Mansion. All four evening performances have SOLD OUT, but don't worry detectives, there are still a limited number of tickets available for their Matinee on Saturday, October 26th at 11:00AM. This special daytime event features the same fun mystery with a chance to find clues, interview suspects, and solve the crime, but includes sunshine and brunch. This experience includes a delectable five-course grazing brunch menu served throughout the Kearney Mansion and filled with savory and sweet delights. You will also be treated to a special welcome mimosa. Additional libations are available for purchase on-site. Ticket also includes unlimited non-alcoholic beverages and coffee. Tickets are $150 and can be purchased at https://www.valleyhistory.org/mystery-dinner-at-kearney-manor.
Saturday, October 26th
Spectrum Art Gallery’s Benefit Print Auction and Exhibition takes place in the Fresno High district at Dulce Upfront, 2026 N. Van Ness Blvd, Fresno, from 1-4 p.m. This event will showcase many wonderful works by Spectrum members, along with contributions from local and national photographers. Additionally, they will be offering two photographs from Edward Weston’s portfolio. The Annual Print Auction exhibition opens on Art Hop at Spectrum Art Gallery on Thursday, October 3rd, and continues through October 25th. On Saturday, October 26th, all photographs will be relocated to the venue Dulce Upfront for the Live Print Auction. This spacious venue will provide a lively atmosphere for the auction and will include a silent auction, food, and refreshments. Join them for an exciting afternoon of art and bidding! Don’t miss this opportunity to enrich your art collection and support a meaningful cause! chowWith the annual print auction and exhibition, they hope to generate vital financial support for Spectrum Art Gallery, now in its 44th year.
Tuesday, October 29th and Wednesday, October 30th
CMAC (Community Media Alliance Collaborative) invites you to a workshop on Studio Production, from 4-7:30 p.m. at CMAC, 1555 Van Ness Avenue #201, Fresno. Are you interested in learning how to produce a TV show? This course is designed to teach you the basics of recording in our television studio. You'll get hands-on experience with professional-grade cameras, audio equipment, studio lighting, and video switchers. You'll also get the opportunity to work together with CMAC staff to produce a studio talk show. This course consists of (2) 3.5-hour long sessions. You must be able to attend both sessions.
Session #1: Tuesday, October 29th, 2024, 4:00pm-7:30pm
Session #2: Wednesday, October 30th, 2024, 4:00pm-7:30pm.
This event is free for CMAC members and $20 for non-members, and tickets and more information are available at https://StudioProductionOCT24.eventbrite.com/?aff=CC.
Friday, November 1st
Cineculture invites you to a screening of “Stolen Spirits” & “Building on Tainted Soil” (2022), with discussant Anneleen Ophoff (Director).
Stolen Spirits: In 2021, in the small rural town of Genoa, Nebraska, a harrowing search began to locate the graves of Native American children who were taken from their tribes and sent to the Genoa U.S. Indian Industrial School, one of America’s largest and longest running boarding school for indigenous children. Stolen Spirits, directed by Anne Worthington, is a powerful and haunting story of one community’s attempts to uncover the truth about a painful past. To view the trailer go to https://vimeo.com/866331712.
Building on Tainted Soil: Hundreds of thousands of Native American children placed in residential schools that the US government funded. Over 360 such boarding schools systematically destroyed native cultures and communities. Discover how three generations of boarding school survivors and their families are dealing with the fall-out of cultural erasure and reclaiming their culture. Directed by Belgian Journalist and director Anneleen Ophoff. To view the trailer go to https://vimeo.com/950370391.
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). All screenings are free of charge and open to the public. Parking is not enforced after 4 p.m., on Fridays. For more information go to https://cineculture.csufresno.edu.
Friday, November 1st
The Friends of the Auberry Library invite you to a concert featuring Art-Infused Guitar Pop with Blake Jones and the Trike Shop. It takes place indoors at the Auberry Library, from 7:30-9:00 pm. For more information call (559) 855-5690 or e-mail foalorg@gmail.com.
Saturday, November 2nd
People’s Church invites you to its annual Holiday Boutique! Shop the jams, home baked goodies, handcrafted items and home decor that their Boutique ladies have worked on all year long, just for you! The Church is located at 7172 N Cedar Ave. in Fresno, and the event is from 8 am-1 pm.
Friday, November 8th
Cineculture invites you to a screening of “One of a Kind (Wakhri)” (2023) with discussant Iram Parveen Bilal (Director). Pakistani-American filmmaker Iram Parveen Bilal takes inspiration from the real life figure of Qandeel Baloch in crafting this compelling drama. Baloch was Pakistan’s first social media celebrity, who often used her platform to speak out against patriarchy, until her brother murdered her in an act of “honor” killing. Her life planted the seeds from which spring this film’s widowed schoolteacher Noor and her queer best friend Guchhi. To live out their dreams and aspirations, the pair leads double lives. In bright makeup and flashy wigs, Noor and Guchhi adopt brash, fearless social media personas, representing a freedom so enticing that people can’t look away. Too often, the cinemascape has portrayed Muslim women and queer people from the Global South as victimized objects of pity. The film One of a King has a different tale to tell, one that celebrates the resilience with which its protagonists demand equality within a flawed society. In Urdu and English with English subtitles. To view the trailer go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wOwj5cNhAc. 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). All screenings are free of charge and open to the public. Parking is not enforced after 4 p.m., on Fridays. For more information go to https://cineculture.csufresno.edu.
Saturday, November 9th
The West Side Theatre in Newman, CA, invites you to “When Doves Cry,” a Prince Tribute, starting at 8 p.m. Formed almost a decade ago in Sacramento, this band taps into the heart of Prince's music like no other. WDC also holds the distinction of being the Only Prince Tribute band in the World to have performed the entire "1999" & "Purple Rain" albums in the same night. WDC also performs all of his greatest hits, as well as many songs other tributes won't touch. For ticket and more information, you can go to https://westsidetheatre.ticketleap.com/prince2/dates/Nov-09-2024_at_0730PM.
Saturday, November 9th
Save the date for the Fresno Art Museum’s 75th Anniversary Black & Gold Gala. Details to come.
Wednesday, November 13th
The 42nd annual Agribusiness Management Conference, “The Changing Landscape in California Agriculture,” takes place from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Pardini's, 2257 W Shaw Ave, Fresno. Early bird tickets (if purchased by November 1st) are $125 (or $50 for Fresno State Students). (After November 1st the price is $150.) Highlights of this Year’s Conference include:
Luncheon Speaker: George H. Soares, offering valuable insights on the future of the industry, presentation titled "A Time of Transition"
Morning Keynote Speaker: Dr. Michael Swanson, a leading expert in the field of agribusiness
Panel #1: Topic: Changing Land Use, Investment Inflows, and Sustainability Issues in Agriculture, with Moderator: Andres Jauregui, Professor of Real Estates, and panelists Curt Covington, Senior Director at AgAmerica Lending, Mike Ming, President of the ASFMRA California Chapter, and Casey Creamer, President of Citrus Mutual
Panel #2: Topic: Changing environmental and regulatory landscape in the food and agricultural industry, with Moderator: Trudi Hughes, President of California League of Food Producers, and panelists John Chandler, Chandler Farms L.P., TBA, Pacific Coast Producers.
This is a fantastic opportunity to hear from industry leaders, network with professionals, and gain critical insights into the future of agriculture. Register today to secure your spot at the reduced rate before November 1st, by going to https://commerce.cashnet.com/cashnetg/static/storefront/fresnoem_ifa/catalog/CONF-WKSHPS/item-details/EM_IFA-ABC.
Friday, November 15th
Cineculture invites you to a screening of “Bucha” (2024) with discussants Stanislav Tiunov (Director) & Oleksandr Shchur (Producer & Screenwriter). Directed by Ukrainian film director Stanislav Tiunov, Bucha is a narrative film based on actual events in Bucha, Vorzel, and Hostomel (Kyiv region) during the Russian occupation in the first months of the war in February-March 2022. The main character is a foreigner who decided to fight against Russia's evil aggression against Ukraine, a country that became his home. The film tells about the rescue of local residents by Konstantin Gudauskas, a citizen of Kazakhstan who received asylum in Ukraine, and lives in Bucha. When the Russian invasion began, he was allowed to cross into the territory occupied by Russian troops because of his Kazakh passport. Once there, he was able to extricate Ukrainian civilians form the Russian-occupied territory into safety. Konstantin not only saved people, but also became an eyewitness to all the horrors of war and occupation. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense, the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the Ukrainian State Border Service, the Ukrainian National Police as well as the Kyiv City Council and the Kyiv Regional Military Administration assisted the film crew in creating and shooting this film. In Ukrainian, Russian and Chechen with English subtitles. To view the trailer go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eez3r8gF1rY. 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). All screenings are free of charge and open to the public. Parking is not enforced after 4 p.m., on Fridays. For more information go to https://cineculture.csufresno.edu.
Saturday, November 16th
The West Side Theatre in Newman, CA invites you to “Used Cars,” The Cars Tribute, starting at 8 p.m. The Cars dominated the 80's new wave synth-pop scene, and The Used Cars keep that music faithfully alive. All the hits are there from the 1978 eponymous album through the 1984 release of Heartbeat City. You might think you're hearing the real thing with dual lead singers nailing the parts of Ric Ocasek and Benjamin Orr. For ticket or more information, go to https://westsidetheatre.ticketleap.com/cars/dates/Nov-16-2024_at_0800PM.
Saturday, November 23rd
The West Side Theatre in Newman, CA, invites you to “Cougar Adams,” a tribute to John Cougar Mellencamp and Bryan Adams, starting at 8 p.m. Performing for audiences since 2008, "Cougar Adams" is a powerful 6 piece band dedicated to the music of "heartland rocker" John Cougar Mellencamp and Bryan Adams. The song list includes familiar tunes such as "Jack and Diane", "Hurts So Good", "I Need a Lover", "Summer of 69", "Cuts Like a Knife", "Somebody" as well as other hit songs from both Cougar and Adams. For tickets or more information, go to https://westsidetheatre.ticketleap.com/cougar2/dates/Nov-23-2024_at_0800PM.
Saturday, November 30th
Medical Ministries International invites you to its Christmas Boutique, from 10am-3pm at Redeemer Lutheran Church-1084 W. Bullard Ave, Fresno. Join them for some fun with holiday shopping from local vendors, hot chocolate bar, a fun auction to fundraise for a great cause. They look forward to celebrating the start of the holiday season with you. For more information go to www.medicalministries.org.
MULTIPLE DAY EVENTS:
Every Saturday (until the killing in Palestine ends)
There will be a protest at Riverpark (Blackstone & Nees) from 5-7 p.m. hosted by the Palestine Liberation Group. 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 11:30 am to 1:30 pm in front of the Federal Courthouse at 2500 Tulare St. in Downtown Fresno.
Second Tuesday of the month:
Central California Legal Services and The Vet Center are hosting a series of Veteran’s Clinics from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the American Legion Fresno Federal Post 509, 3509 N. First Street, Fresno. Veterans, Active Duty Military, and spouses are invited to CCLS's Know Your Rights Veterans Clinic to receive legal information from attorneys and advocates in:
January/June: Estate Planning and Advanced Directives
February/July: Tenant Rights
March/August: Criminal Record Expungement
April/September: Workers Rights, Discharge Upgrades for LGBTQ, Name/Gender Correction
May/October: Survivors of Domestic Violence (including elder abuse)
November/December: No Clinics
For appointments please contact the CCLS Pro Bono Program at (559)802-1132 or at probono@centralcallegal.org. Walk-ins will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
Saturdays and Sundays
The San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust invite you to Sumner Pack Ranch Blueberry U-Pick days, every Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. while the crop lasts. Sumner Peck Ranch is at 14439 N Friant Road, Friant. You can purchase the blueberries for $4 a pound at the pay station on-site. Things to know BEFORE picking:
When you arrive, you can find parking by the manufactured house near the river.
For your protection, please wear long pants and closed-toed shoes to protect your legs and feet from plants growing in between the blueberry rows.
Bring your own basket or bucket for picking, we will NOT have containers available.
Cards or Apple/Tap to Pay are the preferred payment type.
NO APPOINTMENTS NEEDED. Be prepared for a small hike to the blueberry patch (.25 mi). For more information, go to https://riverparkway.org/places/sumner-peck-ranch/.
Saturday, February 24th through Saturday, October 12th
The Fresno County Historical Society invites you to participate in its Fields of Fresno Ag Tours, held on Saturdays (including February 24th, April 27th, June 15th, September 14th and October 12th). Fields of Fresno Ag Tour series kicks off February 24th, 2024, with a guided trek of the world-renown Blossom Trail as orchards explode with white, pink and rosy petals. Five, half-day excursions in Fresno County are planned for this season’s tours. Tickets are $95 per-person and $85 for FCHS members. Every adventure highlights a different part of Fresno County’s rich agricultural industry. Each tour starts and ends at the historic Kearney Mansion Museum & Gallery. Here, guests learn about M. Theo Kearney and his Fruit Vale Estate; the foundation of which left a legacy that ripples through the business of agriculture even today. Following a light continental breakfast and coffee, guests board a spacious motor coach, and as they travel to three agriculture sites for curated tours, they enjoy lively rounds of Ag Trivia complete with prizes. Lunch and tasting at a local winery or brewery concludes the day before returning to Kearney Mansion. For more information or to secure tickets, the public may call 559-441-0862 or visit https://valleyhistory.org/ag-tour.
Friday, August 16th through Sunday, October 6th
The Good Company Players presents “Our Town” by Thornton Wilder. The timeless drama, set in the mythical village of Grover’s Corners, New Hampshire, is described by many as “the greatest American play ever written.” Our Town simply exhibits the complex and beautiful truths of being human. 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/the-complete-works-of-william-shakespeare-tickets-165974.
Tuesday, August 27th through Thursday, December 12th
The San Joaquin River Parkway & Conservation Trust invites you to enroll your little ones in the Fall Young Explorers Enrichment Program, which focuses on learning through play, exploration, and hands-on experiences using nature as the classroom. New this fall, the program is now available for children ages 3.5 to 9.
Tiny Turtles - 3.5 to currently enrolled in K: The Tiny Turtles class is their original Young Explorers Enrichment Program, an extension of TK-K learning to support your child's regular traditional learning through nature-based experiences.
Little Lizards - 5.5 through 9 years: Daily activities dive deeper into the NGSS and Common Core standards introduced in traditional learning through hands-on experiments, observations, and experiences in the natural world.
Fall 2024 programs will take place on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Each session lasts 15 weeks. You may enroll your child in only Tuesdays, only Thursdays, or both Tuesdays and Thursdays. The program begins August 27 and runs through December 12. Spaces are limited, so register now and let your child embark on an adventure this fall! To register and for more information, go to https://riverparkway.org/activities/yeep/.
Thursday, September 5th through Thursday, December 5th
The Fresno Chaffee Zoo and San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust invite you to their Living River Speaker Series, an opportunity to expand your knowledge about the San Joaquin River. In partnership with the Fresno Chaffee Zoo, this season the program will celebrate Coexist With Wildlife California. Through four panel discussions, you’ll learn about local and statewide land, water and wildlife conservation efforts, and several ambitious plans supporting these natural resources along the San Joaquin River. Grab dinner from the food truck on-site, sip a beverage (included with ticket) at cocktail hour, and enjoy the presentation held in the River Center Barn.
Thursday, September 5th: Coexist with Wildlife: Join panelists from the wildlife conservation and education efforts throughout the region for a conversation on local conservation efforts, organizational roles in wildlife protection, and the statewide Coexist with Wildlife Campaign. Confirmed panelists include Rory Telemeco: Director of Conservation Science, Fresno Chaffee Zoo, Amy Avery: Director of Community Partnerships, Fresno Chaffee Zoo, and Mandy Breuer: Founding Principal, Golden Charter Academy. The Moderator is Bricken Sparacino, Director of Learning, Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Thursday, October 10th: Coexist with Water: Join panelists from throughout the water resource management profession for a discussion on current water use, the state of California's water supply, and trends in water resiliency. Confirmed panelists include: Laura Ramos: Interim Director of Research Education, California Water Institute, Bart Bohn: Retired, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Caltrans District 6 Director, and Kassy Chauhan: Executive Officer, North Kings Groundwater Sustainability. The Moderator will be Tom Holyoke, Professor of Political Science, CSU Fresno.
Thursday, November 7th: Coexist with Land: Join panelists representing a variety of land-management backgrounds for a conversation about land use, conservation, biodiversity, and the growth and development of cities in the Central Valley. Confirmed panelists include: Sharon Weaver: Executive Director, San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust, Roman Rain Tree: Chief Impact Officer, Seeds of Sovereignty, and Rebecca Burgess: Executive Director of Fibershed. The Moderator will be Bart Bohn: Retired, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Caltrans District 6 Director.
Thursday, December 5th: Coexist for the Future: Join presentations from local organizations working for a future that includes our wildlife and wild spaces to learn about the long-term goals of local conservation efforts in the region. Confirmed panelists include: Jon Forrest Dohlin: Chief Executive Officer, Fresno Chaffee Zoo, and Ashley Swearengin: President and CEO, Central Valley Community Foundation. The Moderator will be Sharon Weaver: Executive Director, San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust.
The panels all run from 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm. Tickets are $15 (or Season Pass: $45). For the Onsite youth (ages 5+) program tickets are $10. For tickets and more information, go to https://riverparkway.org/activities/speaker-series/.
Sunday, September 15th through Tuesday, October 15th
Fresno Pacific University will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month September 15th-October 15th, with a variety of events on the main campus, 1717 S. Chestnut Ave., Fresno.
Paletas with President’s Cabinet—September 17, 12:40-1:50 p.m.
Enjoy a cold treat and spend some time connecting with members of President’s
Cabinet during activity hour in the Forest (Alumni Plaza).
Connect—September 19, 1:00 p.m.
Join them in the Warkentine Culture and Arts Center Lin Family Performance
Studio (black box theater) during College Hour for a conversation with Edgar Manriquez, DSW, clinical assistant professor of social work and Folklorico Dance Club advisor.
Loteria Night—September 25, 5:00 p.m. food trucks, 5:30 p.m. first round Loteria
Loteria Night is a fun evening of food, music, lawn games and, of course, Loteria (sometimes referred to as “Mexican Bingo”) on the Campus Green. All are invited, and no Loteria experience is needed to play the game and win prizes.
Movie Night—October 1, 5:00 p.m.
Join them in the Steinert Campus Center Lounge for a movie and discussion led
by Norlan Hernandez, Ph.D., associate provost of engagement and inclusive teaching and learning.
Family Fiesta & Alumni Panel—October 5, 4:00-8:00 p.m.
All staff, faculty, students, alumni, community members and friends of the university are invited to join us for Homecoming Weekend. Events include a family-friendly carnival, dinner in Shehadey Dining Hall, a special performance by FPU Folklorico Dance and an opportunity to hear stories of success from FPU alumni.
National Hispanic Heritage Week was signed into law in 1968 and expanded to a month 20 years later. September 15 was chosen as the start date to honor the beginning of the Mexican War of Independence that resulted in independence for Mexico Guatemala, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Honduras and Nicaragua.
Monday, September 16th through Friday, October 18th
The Rogue Festival, Fresno’s freewheeling, unpredictable and completely uncontrolled celebration of the performing arts, is accepting applications for the 2025 Rogue Festival from Monday, September 16th through Friday, October 18th. Applications will be available on the Rogue website, https://fresnoroguefestival.org. The 2025 Rogue Festival will be held Feb. 28 through March 8, 2025. The Rogue Festival calls for Central Valley theater groups, musicians, dance troupes, storytellers, poets, spoken word artists, comedians, magicians and every other kind of artist to apply. Artists of color and artists from marginalized communities are encouraged to apply. Performers for the 2025 Rogue Festival will be randomly selected from all applicants through a lottery to be held Saturday, October 19th, which will be streamed live on Facebook and Instagram. The Rogue Festival is a noncurated festival, which means that there are no gatekeepers choosing who performs in the festival. All applications are accepted, and all applicants have an equal chance to be selected. Rogue Festival performances are never vetted for content, and the Rogue Festival places no restrictions on what material may be performed at the festival. Applicants may apply in one of three divisions: Indoor Mainstage venues, which can seat up to 70 audience members; Outdoor Cabaret venues, which also seat up to 70 audience members; and Indoor Gallery venues, which seat up to 45 audience members. In each division, half of all available slots are reserved for performers from the Central Valley (Fresno County and contiguous counties). Each application will be charged a nonrefundable application fee of $40. Performers selected for the Rogue Festival will be charged a venue fee of $250-$600, depending on venue division. For a full description of Rogue venues and fees, please see the Rogue Festival website. One hundred percent of all ticket sales during the Rogue Festival are paid directly to performers.
Wednesday, September 18th through Wednesday, October 30th
The Market on Kern is a certified farmer’s market run every Wednesday until October 30! It provides access to fresh, local produce right in the middle of Downtown. Swing by during your lunch for some juicy fruits and crisp veggies, and don't forget to treat yourself with some baked goodies and a bouquet of flowers. The Market runs from 10am - 1pm (times can be adjusted from 9am-12pm based on the heat) at Kern St between M and N (in front of the Fresno Convention Center).
Thursday, September 19th through Sunday, November 10th
Good Company Players invites you to a performance of “The Secret Garden.” The enchanting, Tony Award-winning musical based on Frances Hodgson Burnett's classic novel is a compelling tale of forgiveness and renewal set to a truly magical score. 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/the-secret-garden/.
Saturday & Sunday, October 4th – 6th and 11th – 13th
The 21st annual Sierra Art Trails Open Studio Tour takes place over two weekends in October. The show has a reputation for excellence and is eagerly anticipated by a loyal audience. Sierra Art Trails offers art lovers a unique
opportunity to visit with artists and artisans working in a wide range of media including painting, photography, jewelry, sculpture, fiber arts, woodcarving, ceramics, glass, and more! Sierra Art Trails takes place in Eastern Madera and Mariposa Counties in artists’ studios, homes, art galleries, and businesses. The region includes Oakhurst, Coarsegold, North Fork, Yosemite Lakes Park, and communities along Highway 49 from Ahwahnee to Mariposa. Visitors are encouraged to explore the area, meet the artists in person, and purchase works directly from them. Artists can show any number of days, from only one day, to all six days of the event. Show dates for each artist are indicated in the exhibit catalog. The price of admission for Sierra Art Trails is $25.00, and includes the annual tour catalog, your “ticket for two” for the event. The spiral bound, full color catalog includes informative articles and special features, a list of artists and their viewing locations, and detailed maps to get you there. The Sierra Art Trails Preview Exhibit begins in early September at Stellar Gallery in Oakhurst. The Preview Exhibit includes representative work by all artists participating in the Open Studio Tour. Viewing the preview exhibit is a great way to plan your weekend, discover the work that you most want to see, and plan your route to the studios you want to visit.
The Preview Exhibit opens Saturday, Sept. 7th. The exhibit is open to the public daily from 11 am to 5 pm (closed on Tuesdays), Sept. 7th through October 13th. To learn more about Sierra Art Trails call (559) 658-8844, email: info@sierraarttrails.org or visit http://www.sierraarttrails.org.
Thursday, October 24th through Sunday, October 27th
Grab your magnifying glass and join the Fresno County Historical Society for another Mystery at Kearney Mansion! This year's mystery is full of plot twists, red herrings and misdirection. You will have to hone all your skills if we are to solve this heinous act. This fall, the scene of the crime will be a wedding! A dream come true for one special couple who were looking forward to a chance to celebrate their love in a truly memorable way. Miles and Sky had requested the pleasure of your company for their wedding reception. Unfortunately the nuptial celebrations have gone horribly awry, and what was a wedding is now a wake. The groom has been murdered! Secure your tickets for a chance to test your detective instincts and solve the crime. Performances are Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 6 p.m., Friday, October 25, 2024 at 6 p.m., Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., and Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 6 p.m. Tickets for all performances are $150 and include a delectable five course grazing menu served throughout the Kearney Mansion and filled with savory and sweet delights. You will also be treated to a special welcoming concoction to sharpen all your senses which you will need 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. All proceeds benefit the Fresno County Historical Society. For tickets and more information, go to https://www.valleyhistory.org/mystery-dinner-at-kearney-manor.
Friday, October 25th through Sunday, November 3rd
The Westside Theatre in Newman California invites you to performances of Young Frankenstein The Musical. Performed by the West Side Players this version of Young Frankenstein is based on the Mary Shelly book and the Gene Wilder and Mel Brooks 1974 film. Performances are October 25 & 26 at 7:00 pm, October 27 at 3:00 pm, November 1 & 2 at 7:00 pm and November 3 at 3:00 pm. For tickets & more information go to https://westsidetheatre.ticketleap.com/frankenstein/dates.
Ongoing
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!
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.
Every Third Wednesday
Downtown Fresno is excited to announce the launch of a brand-new monthly street fair, “Why Not Wednesday,” which will take place every third Wednesday, beginning on September 18, 2024. This exciting event will transform Fulton Street into a vibrant pop-up market, featuring a diverse mix of vendors, food trucks, artists, and live music. Get ready to see some of your favorite food trucks and vendors like Aguas La Rancheritas, Where’s The Food - WTF, Sad Babes Club, and many others. The event promises to be a cultural hotspot, offering something for everyone, from mouth-watering cuisine to unique art and music. This event takes place every third Wednesday from 5-9 pm at Fulton Street from Mono to Fresno.
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.
