May 16 Thursday
Enjoy the benefits of color and texture in your drought-tolerant and waterwise garden throughout the year. Master Gardener, Charlie Hindes will present beneficial information on developing and maintaining a drought–tolerant and waterwise garden.
Take a lap (or 2) around Shinzen Friendship Garden for informative talks, health education and activities during the Strides for Wellness event.
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 blanket7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - Reading by acclaimed authorON THIS DATE: Reading by Angela Chaidez Vincent & Music by Ellen Armour
May 17 Friday
Fiesta at Gateway is a lively mixer featuring entertainment, delectable food, and refreshing spirits. Gather with community partners, friends, and family for an evening brimming with excitement, tacos, and networking opportunities, while learning more about WestCare California's latest milestone - the addition of their newest program, Wings Advocacy Fresno.
Sycamore Bend features original tunes and songs from singer-songwriters Dan Stein (vocals/guitar) and Michael McDonald (mandolin/vocals), with Doug Carlton (dobro/vocals), the driving banjo work of Steve Hall and the solid bass lines of Jonathan Hall.
Mike Zito is one of the most lauded artists in the contemporary blues arena today playing with honesty, authenticity and integrity. Those are the qualities that have steered Zito’s career since the beginning and continue to define his performances.
May 18 Saturday
There will be over 350 cars lined up and down Main Street from Willis to Bridge Street, and all side streets in between. There are usually 40 different car manufacturers represented to entrall all car enthusiasts. Food and craft vendors will also be featured.
Learn the basics of video editing using Adobe’s leading video editing software, Premiere Pro CC: How to start your project, use various tools, and export your final videos. You may learn with your own footage or provided practice footage.
This unique fundraiser for the Tulare County Library Foundation brings together books and beer for a grown-up twist on the classic book fair. Explore an exciting selection of books provided by the Book Nook while enjoying craft brews from 1852 Brewery, browse vendor booths offering literary-themed merchandise and artisanal crafts, and try out the special edition community brew made especially for this event.
Come to the Dakota EcoGarden for an Open House Pot Luck. DEG is a unique, green solution to homelessness. You are warmly invited to tour the gardens and see the housing options. Arthur Dyson, award winning architect, will also speak about his vision and design for the tiny homes, along with live music and food. Bring a dish to share if possible.