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APRIL

April 30 (Saturday)
	FRESNO RELAY FOR LIFE WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 30; 9 a.m. - Sunday, May 1; 9 a.m.; Hoover High School, 5550 N. First Street, Fresno. DESCRIPTION: Relay for Life is a fun overnight event where participants can help fight cancer by raising money and awareness to support the American Cancer Society's mission. You can participate as an individual or as a member of a team. Celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember the loved ones lost to cancer and fight back against the disease that has taken too many lives already. COST: Each participant is asked to raise a minimum of $100. CONTACT: Call 779-8223 (Jennifer Giese) for more information.

MAY

May 1 (Sunday)
	FRESNO RELAY FOR LIFE WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 30; 9 a.m. - Sunday, May 1; 9 a.m.; Hoover High School, 5550 N. First Street, Fresno. DESCRIPTION: Relay for Life is a fun overnight event where participants can help fight cancer by raising money and awareness to support the American Cancer Society's mission. You can participate as an individual or as a member of a team. Celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember the loved ones lost to cancer and fight back against the disease that has taken too many lives already. COST: Each participant is asked to raise a minimum of $100. CONTACT: Call 779-8223 (Jennifer Giese) for more information.

SISTERS OF MANZANAR OPERA WHEN/WHERE: Sunday, May 1; 1:30.m. - 4 p.m.; Frank's Place at the Warnor's Center for Performing Arts, 1432 Fulton Street, Fresno. DESCRIPTION: The Central California District Council of the Japanese American Citizens League (CCDC-JACL) is pleased to announce the West Coast Premiere of the one-act opera, The Sisters of Manzanar. The benefit performance will also feature a keynote discussion with actor George Takei and participation from the opera's composer, Paul Stuart, followed by a VIP Reception with the artists and celebrities. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Fresno Assembly Center Memorial to honor the sacrifices of the Central Valley Japanese Americans who were interned at the Fresno County Fairgrounds during World War II. COST: $25 general admission (on or before April 10); $40 preferred seating and VIP reception (on or before April 10); $30 general admission (after April 10); $45 preferred seating and VIP reception (after April 10). CONTACT: Call 225-6737 for more information.

May 7 (Saturday)
	BOY SCOUT TROOP 211 RUMMAGE SALE WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, May 7; 6 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 3039 W. Sussex Way, Fresno. DESCRIPTION: Boy Scout Troop 211 will be holding this rummage sale to raise funds for scholarships for summer camp. Donations of items to sell are gratefully accepted. COST: Free admission. CONTACT: Call 408-4293 (Jennifer) or 261-0406 (Kathie) for more information.

May 21 (Saturday)
	KOMEN CENTRAL VALLEY 1ST ANNUAL SWING FOR THE CURE GOLF TOURNAMENT WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, May 21; 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Eagle Springs Golf & Country Club, 21722 Fairway Oaks Lane, Friant. DESCRIPTION: Join Lorenzo Neal and the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Central Valley for a day of golf and more. In addition to golf with a shotgun start there will be contests for closest to the pin and longest drive, a raffle drawing, awards presentation, and reception. COST: $125 per player. CONTACT: Call 229-4255 (Sharon Johnson) for more information or register online.