Home Page - Search Page - Searching Tips - Keyword Glossary

April 2006

Feature Articles

Be Aware: Free Copies Aren't Really Free

Surfin' the Web

Community Resources

Tax Assistance

Foster and Adoptive Parent Orientation

Books at the Library

Community Events

Easter Egg Hunt

Fowler Springfest

Personal Development

UC Extension Adult Education Classes

Professional Development

CSUF Continuing and Global Education Classes

Employment Opportunities

Fresno County EOC Job Opportunities

Grant Opportunities

Social Service Grants

Recreation/Leisure

Art Exhibit

Annual Car Show

Fund-Raisers

39th Annual Mennonite Relief Sale

Earth Day Run for the Reef

Agriculture: Star of the Valley

YMCA Rummage Sale

Forthcoming Events

FEATURE ARTICLES

 

BE AWARE: FREE COPIES AREN'T REALLY FREE

The Fresno County Information and Referral Network has recently become aware of an advertisement that has been received by several of our local nonprofits offering a free 2006 non-profit organization guide for sending your updated information. This advertisement has been mistakenly identified by a few agencies as coming from Fresno I&R, so we decided to do a little research on this free directory.

The advertisement comes from International Directories Corporation in Winnipeg, Manitoba. It states that by returning the page you are eligible for a free copy of the 2006 National Non-Profit Organization Guide. Then it asks for your current agency information and provides a line for your signature. You are instructed to return the form to them by fax or mail.

The fine print below the signature line should be read very carefully before deciding to participate in this free offer. Upon signing the form and returning it to International Directories Corporation you must enclose $189 or be billed for $199. This fee is called an inclusion fee to cover their costs.

The Fresno County Information and Referral Network offers a website that includes information on non-profit agencies in Fresno County. There is no charge to use this service or to have your agency information included on the website. Please contact Joe, Lori or Jason at 488-3857 to have your agency included on the I&R website or with any questions you may have.

[return to index]


SURFIN' THE WEB

(This column looks at a wide variety of resources that are available on the World Wide Web. If you have Web sites to feature you think would be of assistance to others, please contact Joe or Lori at 488-3857.)

Composting

VegWeb
http://www.vegweb.com/composting/
Presents an introduction to composting. Covers such topics as how to compost, what to compost, composting bins and systems, and how to use compost. Also contains a list of resources and composting demonstration sites to visit.

NRCS Composting
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/feature/backyard/Compost.html
A backyard conservation tip sheet from the USDA which covers composting topics including cold or slow composting, hot composting and vermicomposting. Provides step by step instructions on creating various compost systems.

How to Compost
http://www.howtocompost.org/
This site has something for beginners to experts. Covers such topics as decomposition, factors affecting the composting process, carbon to nitrogen ratios, aeration, moisture, temperature, and backyard vs large scale composters. Also explores various composting methods so the reader can make an informed choice.

[return to index]



COMMUNITY RESOURCES

TAX ASSISTANCE

DESCRIPTION: Volunteers in Tax Assistance (VITA) and AARP will be offering assistance in preparing 2005 tax forms. AARP locations are for individuals 60 years of age and older only, except where noted. VITA is for anyone.

Acorn Housing (VITA)
3636 N. First Street, Suite 139
Phone: 222-9013; walk-ins and appointments accepted
Through April 15, 2006
M, W & F, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Sat, 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Centro de Impuestos Oaxaqueno (AARP)
2014 Tulare Street, Suite 223
Phone: 499-1178
Through April 11, 2006
T, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Centro la Familia Advocacy Services (VITA)
2014 Tulare Street, Suite 711
Phone: 237-2961; by appointment only
Through April 7, 2006
M - F, 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Fresno Center for New Americans (VITA)
4879 E. Kings Canyon Road
Phone: 255-8395; by appointment only
Through April 13, 2006
M - F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Fresno County Library (VITA)
2420 Mariposa Street
Phone: 442-6459; walk-ins accepted
Through April 8, 2006
Sat, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Fresno Learning Center (VITA)
1240 Broadway Plaza
Phone: 497-8685; walk-ins accepted
Through April 12, 2006
T & W, 9 a.m. - 12 noon

First Baptist Church (VITA)
1400 E. Saginaw Way
Phone: 226-8477; walk-ins accepted
Through April 13, 2006
Sat., 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Gillis Library (VITA)
629 W. Dakota Ave.
Phone: 225-0140; walk-ins accepted
Through April 8, 2006
Sat., 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Hinton Community Center (VITA)
2385 S. Fairview Avenue
Phone: 621-6630
Through April 13, 2006
T & Th, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Our Lady of Victory Church (AARP)
2838 N. West Avenue
Phone: 226-1163
Through April 11, 2006
T, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Pinedale Community Center (VITA)
7170 N. San Pablo Avenue
Phone: 431-4531
Through April 15, 2006
Sat, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Roosevelt High School (VITA)
4250 E. Tulare Avenue
Phone: 253-5324
Through April 8, 2006
Sat, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Sunnyside Regional Library (VITA)
5566 E. Kings Canyon Road
Phone: 255-6594
Through April 8, 2006
Sat, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Trinity Southern Baptist Church (AARP)
4890 E. Holland Avenue
Phone: 291-5521; by appointment only
Through April 12, 2006
W, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Clovis Library (AARP)
1155 Fifth Street, Clovis
Phone: 299-9531
Through April 15, 2006
Sat, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Clovis Senior Center (AARP)
850 Fourth Street, Clovis
Phone: 324-2750; walk-ins and appointments accepted
Through April 12, 2006
M - W, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Firebaugh Senior Center (VITA)
1601 Thomas Conboy Avenue, Firebaugh
Phone: 237-2961; by appointment only
Through April 6, 2006
Th, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Mendota Youth Center (VITA)
1709 Seventh Street, Mendota
Phone: 237-2961; by appointment only
Through April 4
T, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Parlier Senior Center (VITA)
8770 S. Mendocino Avenue, Parlier
Phone: 646-1532
Through April 11
T, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Reedley Community Center (AARP)
100 N. East Avenue, Reedley
Phone: 637-4203
Through April 12, 2006
W, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. seniors 9 a.m. - 12 noon;
low income 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Sanger Library (VITA)
1812 Seventh Street, Sanger
Phone: 875-2435
Through April 15, 2006
Sat, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Sanger Library (AARP)
1812 Seventh Street, Sanger
Phone: 225-3562
Through April 13, 2006
Th, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Selma Senior Center (AARP)
2301 Selma Street, Selma
Phone: 891-2239;
Through April 13, 2006
Th, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

[return to index]


FOSTER AND ADOPTIVE PARENT ORIENTATION

WHEN/WHERE: Tuesday, April 4; 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.; 1320 E. Shaw Avenue, Suite 140.

DESCRIPTION: Make a difference in the life of a child. Become a foster or adoptive parent.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 222-4969 (Tammie Harris) for more information.

[return to index]


BOOKS AT THE LIBRARY

Saving Our Environment from Washington: How Congress Grabs Power, Shirks Responsibility and Shortchanges the People (New Haven, CT : Yale University Press, 2005) by David Schoenbrod, price $28.

DESCRIPTION: The author reveals the EPA to be an agency that, under Democrats and Republicans alike, delays good rules, imposes bad ones and is so big, muscle-bound and remote that it does unnecessary damage to our society. He argues that control should reside in state legislatures. While not everyone will agree with his position his arguments are elegant and force one to think hard.

CALL NUMBER: 333.72/SCH

LOCATION: Central, Cedar-Clinton, Gillis, Sunnyside.

The Simple Feeling of Being: Embracing Your True Nature (Boston, MA : Shambhala Press, 2004) by Ken Wilber, price $14.95.

DESCRIPTION: The author is best known for his scholarly research into the world's contemplative traditions. His writings include poetic passages of contemplative insights, inspired descriptions of spirits and other topics, and practical spiritual instructions and guided meditations.

CALL NUMBER: 204.4/WIL

LOCATION: Central.

The Valley's Legends & Legacies VI (Sanger, CA : Word Dancer Press, 2006) by Catherine Morison Rehart, price $18.95.

DESCRIPTION: The author's vignettes extend to all of us an invitation to learn something of California's Central Valley history. It is here in the author's journey through time that we are privileged to view the sacrifices and successes, the toils and triumphs of those who preceded us, each contributing his or her measure to the legacy of the valley. Here you'll meet the Reverend TJ Johnson who was run out of town under threat of tar and feathers for slandering young women of the day. You'll eavesdrop on Mrs. Miller as she and a vocal parrot crew Fresno's first telephone switchboard.

CALL NUMBER: 979.482/REH

LOCATION: Central, Auberry, Cedar-Clinton, Clovis, Fig Garden, Gillis, Kerman, Kingsburg, Politi, Reedley, Sanger, Selma, Sunnyside, Woodward Park.

[return to index]



COMMUNITY EVENTS

 

EASTER EGG HUNT

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 15; 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; Pioneer Village, 1880 Art Gonzales Parkway, Selma.

DESCRIPTION: Hunt for Easter eggs, take pictures with the Easter Bunny, make an Easter bowtie or bonnet at the community Easter egg hunt. Age groups will be divided into groups of 25 for safety. Hot dogs and sodas may be purchased at this event.

COST: Free admission.

CONTACT: Call 891-2237 for more information.

[return to index]


FOWLER SPRINGFEST

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 1; 6 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Panzak Park, Merced and Third Streets.

DESCRIPTION: This annual citywide yardsale features a chili cookoff and car show in the park. Live entertainment, food booths and a craft faire add to the fun and great bargains.

COST: Free admission.

CONTACT: Call 834-5486 for more information.

[return to index]



PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

 

UC EXTENSION ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES

WHERE: All events will meet at the Garden of the Sun, 1944 N. Winery Avenue.

DESCRIPTION: The UC Cooperative Extension of the County of Fresno is offering the following classes in the month of April:

Pressed Flowers From the Garden to the Finished Project
Wednesday, April 5; 9:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Cost: $25, includes materials

Espalier and Specialty Pruning
Saturday, April 8; 9:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Cost: $10

Annual Master Gardener Spring Garden Tour
Saturday, April 22; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Cost: $15

CONTACT: Call 456-7285 to register or for more information.

[return to index]



PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

 

CSUF CONTINUING AND GLOBAL EDUCATION CLASSES

WHERE: All classes are held at California State University, Fresno, Shaw and Maple Avenues, unless otherwise noted.

DESCRIPTION: California State University, Fresno's Continuing and Global Education Program is offering a variety of classes during the month of April. Some of the classes being offered are:

Become a California Notary Public in One Day
Saturday, April 1; 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Cost: $89 non credit & $25 materials fee.

Language Review for Media Professionals
Saturday, April 1; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Cost: $89 non credit.

Resolving Shoulder Impairments and Improving Function
Sunday, April 2; 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Monday, April 3; 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Cost: $350 non credit & $75 materials fee.

CONTACT: Call 278-0333 for more information about these and other classes being offered.

[return to index]



EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

 

FRESNO COUNTY EOC JOB OPPORTUNITIES

DESCRIPTION: Until filled, the jobs listed below are currently available with the Fresno County Economic Opportunities Commission:

Mechanic (Transit Systems)
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and 3 years of recent experience as an automotive mechanic and/or verifiable automotive training certifications. Skill in the use and operations of tools, machinery and specialized equipment used in repair. Must own and provide hand tools for personal use in the performance of duties. Must possess a valid Class B California Driver's License.

Case Manager
Completion of four years at an accredited university. Two years experience in providing counseling to adolescents. Familiarity with a variety of counseling techniques, an ethnically diverse community and ability to organize and mobilize the community to reduce gang/drug activity. Valid California Driver's License and automobile with adequate insurance required. Must pass medical and have TB and fingerprint clearance. Bilingual English/Spanish required.

Office Assistant
High School diploma or GED required. Minimum of two years general office experience preferred. Able to type 30 wpm. Knowledge of word processing preferred. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to interact with the public and staff. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Nurse Practitioner
Certified as a nurse practitioner by the California Board of Registered Nurses. Valid California Registered Nurse license. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

CONTACT: Call 263-1070 (Fresno County Economic Opportunities Commission, Human Resources) or 263-1075 (EOC Job Hotline) for more information.

[return to index]



GRANT OPPORTUNITIES

 

The following grant information was excerpted from the Foundation Directory, 2005 Edition. This is one of several reference tools available at the Fresno County Free Library to assist you with grant research and preparation. More information on grant resource material can be obtained from the Reference Department at the Central Library, 2420 Mariposa Street.

SOCIAL SERVICE GRANTS

BLANKMEYER FAMILY FOUNDATION

DESCRIPTION: Awards grants of up to $125,000 for education, reproductive health, prenatal care, health care, human services, and children/youth agencies.

CONTACT: John T. Blankmeyer, 230A Alamo Plaza, Alamo, CA 94507-1529.

DAVID BOHNETT FOUNDATION

DESCRIPTION: Awards grants of up to $100,000 for human services, civil rights, gays/lesbians, voter education, and media/communications.

CONTACT: Michael Flemming, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2151, Los Angeles, CA 90067-3123. (310) 277-4611.

BRANDES FAMILY FOUNDATION

DESCRIPTION: Awards grants of up to $155,000 for youth and family services, education, animals/wildlife, health care, and human services.

CONTACT: Linda Brandes, P.O. Box 535, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067-0535. Phone: (858) 755-0297.

[return to index]



RECREATION/LEISURE

 

ART EXHIBIT

WHEN/WHERE: Opening Reception, Sunday, April 9; 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.; Closing Reception, Sunday, April 30; 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.; Gallery hours; Fridays, 12 noon - 3 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.; Gallery 25, 660 Van Ness Ave.

DESCRIPTION: Recent ceramic work by artist Ken Foster will examine contemporary philosophy regarding valuation, both real and perceived. The artist will also exhibit some of his life sized covered jars and new large scale ceramic work.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 264-4092 for more information.

[return to index]


ANNUAL CAR SHOW

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 22; 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Draper Street, Kingsburg.

DESCRIPTION: Roadsters, antiques, street rods, muscle cars, mopars, and more can be found at Kingsburg's car show, one of the largest pre-72 car shows in the Central Valley. Come out for the great food, entertainment, carnival, and shopping. Vendors will sell specialized custom auto parts.

COST: Free admission.

CONTACT: Call 897-1111 for more information.

[return to index]



FUND-RAISERS

 

39th ANNUAL MENNONITE RELIEF SALE

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, April 7; 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Saturday, April 8; 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Fresno Pacific University, 1717 S. Chestnut Avenue.

DESCRIPTION: The sale will include hundreds of handmade quilts, antiques, a '55 T-Bird, old fashioned ice cream, Russian, German and Mexican foods, and children's activities.

COST: Free admission.

CONTACT: Call 453-0522 for more information.

[return to index]


EARTH DAY RUN FOR THE REEF

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 22; 6 a.m. - 9 a.m.; Edwards Cinema, 7750 N. Blackstone Avenue.

DESCRIPTION: The noncompetitive walk and run events start behind Edwards Cinema at River Park. All participants receive a commemorative t-shirt and goodie bag. Proceeds benefit the Aquarius Aquarium Institute.

COST: Adults $15 in advance, $18 day of race; children $7 in advance, $10 day of race.

CONTACT: Call 490-3474 for more information.

[return to index]


AGRICULTURE: STAR OF THE VALLEY

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, April 7; 5:30 p.m.; Radisson Hotel, 2233 Ventura Street.

DESCRIPTION: Local talent will pay tribute to Fresno County's 150th anniversary observance this year in the Fresno County Farm Bureau's annual banquet.

COST: $40 per person; $375 for a table of 10.

CONTACT: Call 237-0263 for more information.

[return to index]


YMCA RUMMAGE SALE

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 1; 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.; YMCA, 1408 N Street.

DESCRIPTION: The YMCA Menettes' will hold a rummage sale in the YMCA parking lot. Proceeds benefit the YMCA.

COST: Free admission

CONTACT: Call 233-9622 for more information.

[return to index]



FORTHCOMING EVENTS

April 1
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Essential Tremor Support Group
Community Medical Center - Clovis
2755 Herndon Avenue, Oak Room, Clovis
Call 453-1775 (Gilbert Gutierrez) for more information

April 1
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Parkinson's Disease Support Group
San Joaquin Rehabilitation Hospital
7173 N. Sharon Avenue
Call 277-9521 (Dottie Rosenberg) for more information

April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Anger Management
College Community Congregational Church
5550 N. Fresno Street
Cost: Free, unless court-ordered, then $20 fee
Call 431-0500 for more information

April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
9 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Creating Meaningful Relationships
College Community Congregational Church
5550 N. Fresno Street
Call 431-0500 for more information

April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
9 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Doc's Huge Group Therapy
College Community Congregational Church
5550 N. Fresno Street
Call 431-0500 for more information

April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Get-Together Group
1535 E. Olive Avenue
Call 445-2125 for more information

April 1 & 15
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sunnyside Branch Library
5568 E. Kings Canyon Road
Call 222-1330 (Rose Ellen) for more information

April 3
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Multiple Sclerosis Night Support Group
2077 W. Barstow Avenue, London Commons Clubhouse
Call 431-4570 (Karen Bowman) or 435-3480 (Carole McGraph) for more information

April 3
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Fresno City/County Commission on the Status of Women
City Hall, Fresno & P Streets, Conference Room C
Call 498-1608 for more information

April 3
9:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Child Health & Disability Prevention Clinic|
American Legion Hall
Corner E & Center Streets, Orange Cove
Call 445-3550 for appointment and more information

April 3, 10,17 & 24
8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Fresno County Department of Community Health
1221 Fulton Mall, First Floor
Call 445-3550 for appointment and more information

April 3, 10,17 & 24
9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Walkin' in Sunshine
UCAN
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Second Floor
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 3, 10,17 & 24
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Dual Recovery Support Group
2171 N. Fine Avenue, Sierra Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 3, 10,17 & 24
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Hmong Women's Support Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, First Floor, Tamarin Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 3, 10,17 & 24
10:30 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
STAR Dual Recovery Support Group
4409 E. Inyo Avenue, Module A, Room 8
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 3, 10,17 & 24
12 noon - 1 p.m.
Vietnamese Support Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Tamarin Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 3, 17 & 24
9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Target
7600 N. Blackstone Avenue
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 4
10:30 a.m.
Fresno County TRIAD Meeting for Seniors
Fresno-Madera Agency on Aging
3845 N. Clark Street
Call 439-2326 (Lorraine Person) for more information

April 4
9 a.m. - 12 noon & 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Save Mart
Buttonwillow & Manning Avenues, Reedley
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 4
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Prostate Cancer Support Group
The Cancer Center at St. Agnes
7130 N. Millbrook Avenue, Main Conference Room
Call 450-2000 (Dan Tovar) for more information

April 4
7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
La Leche League Meeting
777 E. Dovewood Avenue
Call 265 3301 for more information

April 4
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Individuals with Brain Injuries Support Group
Fresno City College
1101 E. University Avenue, Library Conference Room
Call 442-8239 (Linda Kane) for more information

April 4, 11, 18 & 25
8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Fresno County Department of Community Health
1221 Fulton Mall, First Floor
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 4, 11, 18 & 25
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Cambodian Men's Support Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Tamarin Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 4, 11, 18 & 25
7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Gamblers Anonymous
Friends Community Church
5688 N. First Street
Call (800) 522-4700 for more information

April 4, 11, 18 & 25
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Women's Support Group
4441 E. Kings Canyon Road, East Conference Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 4, 11, 18 & 25
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Depression Support Group
4441 E. Kings Canyon Road, North Conference Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 4, 11, 18 & 25
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Dual Recovery Spirituality Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Longan Room
Call 445-2125 for more information

April 4, 11, 18 & 25
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Spanish-Speaking Men's Group
2171 N. Fine Avenue, Sierra Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 4, 11, 18 & 25
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Hmong Men's Support Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Room 16
Call 445-2125 for more information

April 4, 11, 18 & 25
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Anxiety Disorders Support Group
4441 E. Kings Canyon Road, North Conference Room
Call 445-2125 for more information

April 4 & 18
7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Grief SuppoRt Group (In-Home Patients)
St. Agnes Medical Center
1111 E. Spruce Avenue
Call 450-3854 (Reverend Klingensmith) for more information

April 4 & 18
6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
CPR Healthcare Provider Course
St. Agnes Medical Center
1303 E. Herndon Avenue, West Wing, Education Center Rooms A & B
Call 450-2000 for more information

April 5
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Holy Cross Clinic Blood Pressure Screening Clinic
Pinedale Community Center
7170 N. San Pablo Avenue
Call 431-4531 (Irene Phillips) for more information

April 5
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Caruthers Elementary School
#1 Tiller Avenue, Caruthers
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 5
12 noon
Alcohol & Drug Advisory Board Meeting
UC Center
550 W. Shaw Avenue, Inyo Room
Call 253-9160 (Mary Ann Renna) for more information

April 5
9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Kerman Library
15081 W. Kearney Blvd., Kerman
Call 846-9328 for more information

April 5
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Huntington's Disease Support Group
Valley Caregiver Resource Center
5424 N. Palm Avenue, Suite 108
Call 447-2140 (Yee Vue) for more information

April 5
9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Child Health & Disability Prevention Clinic
Kingsburg Catholic School
1398 Washington Street, Kingsburg
Call 445-3330 for more information

April 5, 12, 19 & 26
8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Fresno County Department of Community Health
1221 Fulton Mall, First Floor
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 5, 12, 19 & 26
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Cancer Support Group
California Cancer Center at Woodward Park
7257 N. Fresno Street
Call 447-4050 (Maria Shaffer) for more information

April 5, 12, 19 & 26
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Cancer Support Group
California Cancer Center at Woodward Park
7257 N. Fresno Street
Call 447-4050 (Maria Shaffer) for more information

April 5, 12, 19 & 26
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Anger Management Group
Family Communication Center
1030 U Street
Cost: $20 per session
Call 237-8304 for more information

April 5, 12, 19 & 26
9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Walkin' in Sunshine
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Second Floor
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 5, 12, 19 & 26
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Dual Recovery Support Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Sierra Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 5, 12, 19 & 26
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Emotions Anonymous
4441 E. Kings Canyon Road, North Conference Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 5, 12, 19 & 26
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
STAR Dual Recovery Support Group
4409 E. Inyo Avenue, Module A, Room 8
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 5, 12, 19 & 26
1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Humor Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Second Floor
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 5, 12, 19 & 26
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Schizophrenia Support Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Tamarin Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 6, 13, 20 & 27
3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Hmong Women's Support Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Lichee Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 6, 13, 20 & 27
11 a.m. - 12 noon
Cambodian Men's Support Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Tamarin Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 6, 13, 20 & 27
10:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Spanish Speaking Women's Depression Group
4441 E. Kings Canyon Road, North Conference Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 6, 13, 20 & 27
8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Fresno County Department of Community Health
1221 Fulton Mall, First Floor
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 6, 13, 20 & 27
7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Adult Children Anonymous/Adult Children of Alcoholics
College Church of Christ
1284 E. Bullard Avenue, Fireplace Room
Call 449-9107 for more information

April 6, 13, 20 & 27
11 a.m. - 12 noon
Anger Support Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Longan Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 6, 13, 20 & 27
9 a.m. - 12 noon (3rd Thursday until 7 p.m.)
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sunnyside Branch Library
5568 E. Kings Canyon Road
Call 434-8895 or 222-1330 (Rose Ellen) for more information

April 6, 13, 20 & 27
10:30 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
STAR Dual Recovery Support Group
4409 E. Inyo Avenue, Module A, Room 8
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 6, 13, 20 & 27
10 a.m. - 12 noon
Moms' Support Group
Saint Agnes Medical Center
1303 E. Herndon Avenue
Call 450-2000 for more information

April 6 & 20
9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Child Health & Disability Prevention Clinic
Craycroft Center
335 G Street
Call 445-3330 for more information

April 7
9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Child Health & Disability Prevention Clinic
Neighborhood Activity Center
6501 Latonia Street, Laton
Call 445-3330 for more information

April 7, 14, 21 & 28
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Grupo Unido Support Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Lichee Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 7, 14, 21 & 28
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Dual Recovery Relapse Prevention Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Sierra Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 7, 14, 21 & 28
8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Fresno County Department of Community Health
1221 Fulton Mall, First Floor
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 7, 14, 21 & 28
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
ADAPT Meeting
Kaiser Permanente Hospital
7300 North Fresno Street
Call 488-6512 for more information

April 7, 14, 21 & 28
9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Walkin' in Sunshine
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Second Floor
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 7, 14, 21 & 28
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Cambodian Women's Support Group
2211 N. Fine Avenue, Lichee Room
Call 455-2125 for more information

April 7, 14 & 28
9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
McDonalds
4505 E. Kings Canyon Road
Call 455-3550 for more information

April 7 & 21
2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Caregiver Support Group
St. Agnes Cancer Center
1111 E. Spruce Avenue, LeMans Room
Call 450-3626 for more information

April 8
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
ALS Support Group
Saint Agnes Administration Center
1111 E. Spruce Avenue, Leonard Room, Second Floor
Call 224-9154 (Margery Minney) for more information

April 8
10 a.m. - 12 noon
Gift of Life Transplant Support Group
Sierra Community Health Center, Auditorium B
1925 E. Dakota Avenue
Call 497-8328 (Mike or Diane Watson) or 233-2273 for more information

April 8
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Alzheimer's Disease Support Group
Alzheimer's Disease Center
3313 N. Hilliard Lane
Call 227-4810 for more information

April 8
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Fresno Center for Nonviolence Board Meeting
Fresno Center for Nonviolence
985 N. Van Ness Avenue, Suite 11
Call 332-2998 (Mary Hilpert) or 266-2559 (Richard Stone) for more information

April 8
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Group for Parents of Autistic Children
Central Valley Regional Center
4615 N. Marty Avenue
Call 227-8991 for more information

April 10
9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Selma Regional Center
3800 McCall Avenue, Selma
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 10
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Sanger EDD
1939 S. Academy Avenue, Sanger
Call 875-0226 or 445-3550 for more information

April 11
9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Child Health & Disability Prevention Clinic
Veterans' Memorial Building
453 Hughes Avenue, Clovis
Call 455-3550 for more information

April 11
9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
McDonalds
3237 W. Shaw Avenue
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 11
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Bariatric Surgery Support Group
Community Outpatient Rehabilitation Center
1925 E. Dakota Avenue
Call 459-2754 for more information

April 11
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Family Alliance for the Mentally Ill Support Group
Trinity Lutheran Church
3973 N. Cedar Avenue
Call 268-6166 for more information

April 11
7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
CPR-Heartsaver Course
Saint Agnes Medical Center
1303 E. Herndon Avenue, West Wing, Education Center Rooms C & D
Cost: $25
Call 450-2000 for more information

April 11
5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Bereavement Support Group
Sierra Community Health Center
1925 E. Dakota Avenue, Room 208
Call 459-1608 for more information

April 12
9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Child Health & Disability Prevention Clinic
Mosqueda Community Center
4670 E. Butler Avenue
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 12
9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
La Leche League Meeting
4513 E. Rialto Avenue
Call 265-3301 for more information

April 12
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Rite Aid
6074 N. First Street
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 12
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Holy Cross Blood Pressure Screening
Senior Citizens Village
1917 S. Chestnut Avenue
Call 456-8173 (Rose Plackett) for more information

April 12
12:15 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Fresno Council on Child Abuse Prevention
Children's Services Network - Training Room
1911 N. Helm Avenue
Call 268-1118 (Robin Leppo) for more information

April 12
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Bereavement Support Group
Sierra Community Health Center
1925 E. Dakota Avenue
Call 459-1608 (Linda Vang or Susan Durst) for more information

April 12 & 26
9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Target
3173 E. Shields Avenue
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 13
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Brain Tumor Support Group
St. Agnes Cancer Center
7130 N. Millbrook Avenue, Main Conference Room
Call 450-2000 for more information

April 13
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
VIP Support Group
CIL-Fresno
3475 W. Shaw Avenue, Suite 10
Call 276-6777 for more information

April 14
10 a.m. - 12 noon
Ovarian Cancer Support Group
7257 N. Fresno Street
Call 447-4050 (Maria Shaffer) for more information

April 14
9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Child Health & Disability Prevention Clinic
Parlier Community Center
1100 E. Parlier Street, Parlier
Call 445-3330 for more information

April 14
10 a.m. - 12 noon
Empowerment Team
CIL-Fresno
3475 W. Shaw Avenue, Suite 10
Call 276-6777 for more information

April 18
9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Child Health & Disability Prevention Clinic
Highway City Community Center
5140 N. State Street
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 18
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Walmart
323 W. Shaw Avenue, Clovis
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 18
8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Stone Soup
1345 Bulldog Lane
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 18
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Stroke Support Group
Community Outpatient Rehabilitation Center
1925 E. Dakota Avenue, Suite 120A
Call 459-1842 for more information

April 18
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Adult Caregiver Group
Hacienda
2550 W. Clinton Avenue
Call 486-3000 (Rosemarie) for more information

April 18
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Holy Cross Blood Pressure Screening Clinic
Masten Towers
1240 Broadway Plaza
Call 497-8685 for more information

April 18 & 20
6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
CPR-Healthcare Provider Course
Saint Agnes Medical Center
1303 E. Herndon Avenue, West Wing, Education Center Rooms A & B
Call 450-2000 for more information

April 19
10 a.m.
Meditation for World Peace
7319 N. Fourth Street
Call 435-2212 (Vina Kapoor) for more information

April 19
9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Child Health & Disability Prevention Clinic
West McKinley Assembly of God Church
3014 W. McKinley Avenue
Call 445-3330 for more information

April 19
3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Cardiac Support Group
St. Agnes Medical Center
1303 E. Herndon Avenue, West Wing, 1st Floor
Call 450-3628 for more information

April 19
6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Adult Children as Caregivers
UCSF Alzheimer's Disease Center
3313 N. Hilliard Lane
Call 227-4810 for more information

April 19
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Holy Cross Clinic Blood Pressure Screening Clinic
Mosqueda Community Center
4670 E. Butler Avenue
Call 252-2664 for more information

April 19
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Talking Books Discussion Group
Ted C. Wills Center
770 N. San Pablo Avenue
Call 488-3217 for more information

April 19
7 p.m.
Fresno County E.O.C. Board Meeting
EOC Executive Plaza
1920 Mariposa Mall, Suite 310
Call 263-1012 for more information

April 19
10 a.m. - 12 noon
Family Immunization Clinic
Coalinga Regional Center
311 Coalinga Plaza, Coalinga
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 19
1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Lassen Market
36658 S. Lassen Avenue, Huron
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 19
6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
General Monthly Support Group Meeting
Muscular Dystrophy Association
1500 W. Shaw Avenue, Suite 200
Call 432-6991 (Tanya) for more information

April 20
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Multiple Sclerosis Society Day Support Group
San Joaquin Rehabilitation Hospital
7173 N. Sharon Avenue, Education Room
Call 299-2072 (Doris Schwindt) for more information

April 20
7:30 p.m.
Amnesty International & Death Penalty Focus
Fresno Center for Nonviolence
985 N. Van Ness Avenue, Suite 11
Call 252-9492 (Maria Telesco) for more information

April 20
9:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
La Leche League Meeting
3826 E. International Avenue, Clovis
Call 265-3301 for more information

April 20
7 p.m.
Family Connections Adoptions Information Session
7257 N. Maple Avenue
Call 325-9388 (Diane Wagers) for more information

April 21
9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Child Health & Disability Prevention Clinic
4545 E. Church Avenue, Calwa
Call 445-3330 for more information

April 21
8:15 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Fresno County Asthma Coalition
Sierra Community Health Center
1925 E. Dakota Avenue
Call 222-4800 for more information

April 24
9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Child Health & Disability Prevention Clinic
Wesley United Methodist Church
1343 E. Barstow Avenue
Call 445-3330 for more information

April 24
5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Spanish Speaking Grief Support Group
Seventh Day Adventist Church
3033 E. Olive Avenue
Call 459-1608 for more information

April 25
9:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Family Immunization Clinic
Bailey Elementary School
1691 Q Street, Firebaugh
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 25
11:35 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.
Holy Cross Blood Pressure Screening Clinic
Nikkei Center, Buddhist Church Annex
825 E Street
Call 486-9084 (Nui) for more information

April 25
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Alzheimer's Disease Support Group
UCSF Alzheimer's Disease Center
3313 N. Hilliard Avenue
Call 227-4810 (Anna Salazar) for more information

April 25
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Brain Injury Support Group
Sierra Community Health Center
1925 E. Dakota Avenue, Auditorium A
Call 459-6414 (Jeff DiMarco) for more information

April 25
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Child Health & Disability Prevention Clinic
29288 W. Clarkson Ave, Cantua Creek
Call 445-3330 for appointment and more information

April 25
1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Burger King
157 Derrick Avenue, Mendota
Call 455-3550 for more information

April 25
11 a.m. - 12 noon
Grief Support Group
Reedley Evangelical Free Church
314 W. Manning Avenue, Reedley
Call 638-2730 for more information

April 25
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Osteoporosis Education
Saint Agnes Medical Center
1303 E. Herndon Avenue
Call 450-3595 for more information

April 26
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Target
3173 E. Shields Avenue
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 26
9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Holy Cross Clinic Blood Pressure Screening Clinic
Ted C. Wills Center
770 N. San Pablo Avenue
Call 233-4624 for more information

April 26
6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
ICD (Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator) Support Group
Saint Agnes Medical Center
1303 E. Herndon Avenue, West Wing
Call 450-2000 for more information

April 26
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
United Ostomy Support Group
Saint Agnes Medical Center
1303 W. Herndon Avenue, West Wing Education Center, Room B
Call 450-3456 for more information

April 27
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
ALS Support Group
Muscular Dystrophy Association
5740 N. Palm Avenue
Call 432-6991 (Tonya Greswit) for more information

April 27
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Spinal Cord Support Group
Community Regional Medical Center
Fresno & R Streets, 6 West Day Room
Call 442-6000 ext. 5783 for more information

April 28
10 a.m. - 12 noon & 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Family Immunization Clinic
Longs Drug
29412 Auberry Road, Prather
Call 445-3550 for more information

April 28
9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Child Health & Disability Prevention Clinic
Zimmerman Boys & Girls Club
540 N. Augusta Street
Call 445-3550 for more information

[return to index]