May 04 Sunday
Join us for KVPR's premiere event of the year. Once again we will be gathering at the beautiful Lester Estate on the San Joaquin River for an afternoon of wine sampling, delectable food, silent auction, live music and great friends. This year's event will also feature craft beer tastings!
May 01 Thursday
This six-week series is designed for caregivers to learn clear and practical tools to prevent caregiver burnout. The workshops teach self-care skills, enabling caregivers to reduce personal stress, change negative thinking, better communicate with healthcare providers, and make difficult caregiving decisions.
“We Mean to Make Things Over” is an award-winning half-hour documentary that explores how May Day became a global workers’ holiday everywhere except the US, despite its origins in American labor struggles. Using historical images, contemporary illustrations, and animation, the film takes viewers on an educational and entertaining journey through this long-suppressed chapter of working-class history. Featuring a moderated discussion with filmmaker Fred Glass.
Come and see what the Marketplace at El Paseo has to offer. Pick up your menu card near The Chicken Shack and sample free food and beverages from participating businesses in the center.
May 02 Friday
This workshop is designed to help participants learn to view falls and the fear of falling as controllable, set realistic goals for increasing activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk, and promote exercise to increase strength and balance.
Visit Arts Visalia to see the paintings of Adam Longatti and Austin Mckinzie. Both Longatti and Mckinzie have dedicated their artistic careers to interpreting the Central Valley landscape. The exhibit runs May 1 – 31, 2025. A free Opening Reception will be held on Friday, May 2, 2025, 5 – 7:30PM. A free Artist Talk featuring the artists takes place Saturday, May 10, 2025, 2PM.
Swede Fest 25, Fresno’s unique film festival for homemade recreations of popular movies, returns. Filmmakers of all ages and experience levels are invited to submit their own “sweded” films—low-budget, DIY parodies—by Monday, April 21, 2025. No Hollywood budget required—just creativity and fun!
Mario Hodge was inspired to be a comedian as a child by watching sitcoms like Sanford & Son, The Richard Pryor Show, The Carol Burnett Show, and the Three Stooges, but it wasn't until he watched In Living Color that he knew he wanted to be on TV and perform on stages in front of live audiences to make people laugh. Mario Hodge stepped on the stage in 2012 and has never looked back.
May 03 Saturday
The 7th Annual Dog Days at Airways Golf Tournament is set for Saturday, May 3, 2025, promising a day of fun on the greens while supporting a great cause. Featuring golfer packages like “Loyal Canine” and “Top Dog,” participants will enjoy 18 holes of golf, snacks, drinks, a t-shirt, and entry into exciting contests.
Looking for something fun to do with Mom this year? Come join Kings River Land Trust for a fun, free and relaxing event where you can unleash your creativity while enjoying a glass of your favorite drink. Artist Maggui Ledbetter, will guide you through creating your own masterpiece.
Come for a day of appreciation, education and community to honor the art of bonsai, immersing yourself in a day filled with exciting activities. This special event will take place at the Clark Bonsai Museum, nestled within the Shinzen Garden at Woodward Park.