Sep 18 Friday
Texas Headhunters: Grit, Groove & The Lone Star Truth: Texas Headhunters is what happens when three of Texas’ fiercest guitar slingers – Ian Moore, Johnny Moeller, and Jesse Dayton – finally collide on the same stage.
Sep 19 Saturday
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.
Could rewriting your story in a different form make it stronger? This workshop explores how adapting a screenplay into a novel—or a novel into a screenplay—can help writers see their work with fresh eyes. Participants will discover how the economy of screenwriting can sharpen exposition, while the greater depth available in a novel can reveal new dimensions in characters and story.
The FIERCE Coalition, Maarte Fresno, Amado Khaya Initiative and partners are taking a policy symposium on the road with local kwentuhan, community listening sessions. This is more than a conversation. It’s a space to share your experiences, voice your concerns, connect with community about the issues that matter.
Willow Avenue Mennonite Church invites you to a free screening of Sugarcane, a groundbreaking investigation that exposes a shocking cover-up of cultural genocide perpetrated by the church and government, and illuminates the enduring love, beauty and courage of an Indigenous community. After the documentary, a panel of local experts will discuss the local reverberations of this film.
Join Fresno’s Leading Young Professionals and PRSA Central California Chapter for an engaging Media Panel and Training Workshop designed for young professionals, emerging leaders, and communications-minded community members.
Come celebrate Fresno branch composers from the Music Teachers' Association of California.
Lindsay Arts presents Guilt and Forgiveness, a new exhibition by artist Julio Oseguera, curated by Trish Gutierrez, starting September 13 - November 7. Through expressive figurative oil paintings, the exhibition explores identity, memory, and the emotional complexities of the human experience. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, September 19.
Through inspiring films and meaningful conversations, come celebrate diversity, resilience, and joy while reaffirming a simple truth: when we come together, we are stronger. It’s going to be a whole weekend of film, fellowship, parties, and true queer community.
Throughout the evening, share a meal, watch a horse demonstration, participate in a live auction, and celebrate relationships, mentoring, horses, and community.