Community Calendar

Lone Quail writes songs about lost places, stray chases, and the scrappy resolve it takes to move forward when the path is unclear. The songs move between stripped-down twang, groove-driven rock, and immersive walls of sound. Americana soul meets hypnotic indie rock through reverby guitars and a dynamic rhythm section that draws on influences like the Velvet Underground and Galaxie 500.

Dave Bressoud is a force of nature on stage, blending high-octane energy with a seen-it-all perspective shaped by a life that’s been anything but ordinary. A veteran of comedy clubs and casinos throughout California, Nevada, and Washington, Dave has appeared on Hulu’s West Coast Comedy and had a breakout “magical moment” on Kill Tony, where Tony Hinchcliffe personally invited him to perform at The Comedy Store.

Looking for a way to cool off in the summer heat and soak in the scenic views? Enjoy a guided paddling adventure right on the San Joaquin River. Whether you prefer a morning paddle or an evening exploration, this is perfect for both new and experienced kayakers.

Bring your furry friends and come celebrate the Dog Days of Summer. This free event includes: Gator Smash Burgers, Shake & Sip lemonade stand, pet adoption opportunities, fun photo area, costume contest, water and treats for dogs.

Pianist Dr. Michael Delfín will perform a recital at the University Presbyterian Church on July 25. The program includes music by Debussy, Schubert, and original pieces, as well as Mussorgsky's monumental Pictures at an Exhibition in its original piano version. Accompanying the music will be a slideshow of artwork by Claude Monet, David Friedrich, Victor Hartmann, and images from NASA's James Webb telescope. Dr. Delfin is a Valley native and currently teaches historical keyboards at the University of Alabama. He is a graduate of several prominent conservatories across the country and performed several times on KVPR's Young Artists Spotlight in his earlier years.

Learn how untreated hearing loss is a major, modifiable risk factor for dementia. Also covered in this workshop is early treatment for hearing loss and the connection between hearing loss and how it affects the brain.

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.

Guest speaker, Vince Mastro, CLU, AIF, Associate and LPL Wealth Advisor from Thiesen Dueker Modern Wealth Management, will be talking about developing a plan before care is needed, what is long term care, the cost of care, the average length of care, changes of needed care, how to pay for care, and options to consider.

Guests from the Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission will speak to seniors ages 60 and older on how to use their smartphones, computers and tablets. These one-hour workshops will also provide an opportunity to learn how to identify spam calls, send text messages and make important calls using the cell phone.

These workshops are designed to help participants learn that falls and the fear of falling can be controllable. Participants will learn to set realistic goals for increasing activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk and promote exercise to increase strength and balance.