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WHEN/WHERE: Through April 9, 2010; League of Mexican American Women, P.O. Box 686, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The League of Mexican American Women is accepting scholarship applications for the 2010-2011 academic year. Applicants must be of Mexican/American heritage, a resident of Fresno County, have a minimum grade point average of 2.8, and plan to enroll as a full-time student in an institution of higher learning or vocational training school. Applications may be obtained here and must be postmarked by April 9, 2010.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 283-3765 or 276-7345 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Tuesday, March 9; 4 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.; The Grand, 1401 Fulton Street, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Participate by providing input to help guide the urban and economic development of downtown and its surrounding neighborhoods. This meeting will focus on the downtown neighborhoods.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 621-7526 or email for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Tuesday, March 9; 7 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.; The Grand, 1401 Fulton Street, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Participate by providing input to help guide the urban and economic development of downtown and its surrounding neighborhoods. This meeting will focus on the Fulton Corridor

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 621-7526 or email for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Tuesday, March 9 - Friday, March 12; 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.; Northside Christian Church, 2709 E. Nees Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Greg & Steve's motto is Educate, Motivate, Enrich, and Entertain. Parents and teachers alike find Greg & Steve's tunes a fun way to teach children basic concepts such as colors and numbers as well as friendship and cooperation.

COST: $8 for daytime concerts.

CONTACT: Call 456-1100 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, March 10; 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Central California Small Business Development Center, 3302 N. Blackstone Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: This orientation will introduce you to the services provided by the Small Business Development Center and answer questions you may have regarding the start up and ongoing management of your business.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 230-4056 (Joi Eubanks) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, March 10; 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Central Valley Business Incubator, 1630 E. Shaw Avenue, Suite 163, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Entrepreneur Unplugged concept is simple - just the person in their jeans telling their story. No walls, no filters and no PowerPoint. The March event features Fresno Monsters Hockey. Hear the successes and failures of the management team and learn how they decided to create a hockey team in the Central Valley.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 292-9033 (Emily) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, March 10; 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.; American Red Cross Central Valley, 2002 N. Fine Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Learn how to provide care for breathing emergencies, perform CPR and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) for victims of sudden cardiac arrest. All participants who successful complete the course will be issued a certificate of completion that is valid for one year. The classroom door will be locked 10 minutes prior to the class start. Anyone arriving late will have to reschedule in order to take the class. This workshop is presented by the American Red Cross Central Valley.

COST: $45.

CONTACT: Call 455-1000 for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 11; 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.; Starbucks Coffee, 765 N. Temperance Avenue, Clovis.

DESCRIPTION: This event provides an opportunity for like-minded service providers and entrepreneurs to connect and network over shared experiences and ideas in a casual and fun environment.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 292-9033 (Emily) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 11; 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.; Community Center, 39800 Road 425B, Oakhurst.

DESCRIPTION: This job fair will offer informational booths about a number of companies that are currently hiring or that will be hiring in the future. Be sure to bring your resume and dress for success. This event is being sponsored by Madera County Workforce Development.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 683-6263 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 11; 8 a.m. - 12 noon; American Red Cross Central Valley, 2002 N. Fine Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Learn the skills and knowledge necessary to give care in an emergency, help sustain life and minimize the results of injury or sudden illness until medical help arrives. Prompt arrival is required, no on will be admitted once the class has begun. This workshop is presented by the American Red Cross Central Valley.

COST: $55.

CONTACT: Call 455-1000 for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 13; 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; California State University Fresno, 5241 N. Maple Avenue, Peters Building, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Kid's Turn is a whole family approach to dealing with the difficulties associated with divorce or separation. It helps children understand and cope with the loss, anger and fear that are often associated with divorce or separation. This program is recognized by the county courts as a co-parenting approved course. Scholarships are available.

COST: $100 - $400 per family based on family income.

CONTACT: Call 233-2880 (Sandra Jones) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 13; 7 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Woodward Park, 7775 Friant Road, Mountain View Shelter, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Brian Sturgeon, once an avid runner, doesn't run any more because of chronic cerebral palsy and an arthritic back. He will walk the 2-mile route at our annual event that raises money for United Cerebral Palsy of Central California. In addition to the 2-mile walk there will be 2 and 4 mile runs and kids races at this event.

COST: Pre-registration: $17 adults ; $9 children (under 9 years of age); Day of: $22 adults; $11 children (under 9 years of age).

CONTACT: Call 221-8272 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 13; 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 44 DeWitt Avenue, Clovis.

DESCRIPTION: This community yard/bake sale will benefit the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Clovis. In addition, everyone is asked to bring some canned food to local shelters. All monies raised will be give to the American Cancer Society to help support the research, education, advocacy, and free patient services.

COST: Free admission.

CONTACT: Call 260-7905 (Sarah Gattie) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 13; 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Ramada Inn University, 324 E. Shaw Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society is presenting this program designed for adults with cancer and their family members and friends. Topics to be covered include physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial wellness. Speakers include Dianne Prado, Cancer Legal Resource Center; Nancy Tan, Fig Garden Yoga Studio; Myrna Bolger-Taul, St. Agnes Therapeutic Music Lab and pet therapy pracitioners; and Georgia Dayton, entertainer and motivational spaker. Lunch is provided.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 435-1482 (Bethanie Mills) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 13; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. or 12 noon - 4 p.m.; Fresno Pacific University, 1717 S. Chestnut Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Learn adult CPR at this free event. Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the class that is valid for one year. These workshop are presented by the American Red Cross Central Valley.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 455-1000 for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Tuesday, March 16; 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.; Dante Club, 6176 N. Grantland Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The California High Speed Rail Authority invites you to review route alternatives and downtown station locations with our staff. Please join us, have your questions answered and provide us with your feedback concerning the project.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 259-1458 (Eric Von Berg) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Monday, March 15; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; American Red Cross Central Valley, 2002 N. Fine Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Learn how to overcome reluctance to act in emergency situations. Participants will learn to recognize and care for life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies. Get the knowledge and skills necessary to help sustain life and minimize pain and the consequences of injury or sudden illness until professional medical help arrives. The classroom door will be locked 10 minutes prior to the class start. Anyone arriving late will have to reschedule in order to take the class. This workshop is presented by the American Red Cross Central Valley.

COST: $55.

CONTACT: Call 455-1000 for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Tuesday, March 16; 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Fresno City College, 1101 E. University Avenue, Theatre, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: One hundred years of Fresno City College history will the focus of this panel discussion. The panel will discuss the history of Fresno City College and how it was affected by events going on in the city, state and nation. Panelist include Walter Brooks, Sara Dougherty, Don Larson, and Franz Weinschenk. The panelists will cover topics such as Fresno City College being California's first community college, influential times and historical events of the college, national historical events the college has seen, and thoughts on the future of the college.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 442-8258 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, March 17; 8 a.m. - 12 noon; American Red Cross, 2002 N. Fine Street, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: This class will train lay responders to overcome any reluctance to act in emergency situations and to recognize and care for life threatening emergencies in adults. This class is being offered by the American Red Cross Central Valley Chapter.

COST: $35.

CONTACT: Call 455-1000 for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, March 17; 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; UC Center, 550 E. Shaw Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: This seminar will help employers comply with the federal and State of California employment tax laws. The seminar is customized to benefit established businesses, those just getting started and individuals anticipating starting a business.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call (866) 873-6083 to register or for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, March 17; 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.; Central California Small Business Development Center, 3302 N. Blackstone Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: This workshop will give you valuable tips in how to successfully market your business.

COST: $20.

CONTACT: Call 230-4056 (Joi Eubanks) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 18; 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.; William Saroyan Theatre, 700 M Street, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Listen to Steve Lippia's interpretation of Frank Sinatra's favorite songs.

COST: $20 - $65; season tickets for the Pop 3 Series are $60 - $182.

CONTACT: Call 261-0600 or email for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 18; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Reedley College, 995 N. Reed Avenue, Reedley.

DESCRIPTION: Attend this annual event and learn more about Reedley College and what it has to offer.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 638-0322 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 18; 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Clovis Veterans Memorial Building, 808 Fourth Street, Clovis.

DESCRIPTION: John Greenlee, author of The American Meadow Garden and founder of Greenlee Nursery in Pomona, will speak on the meadow garden. He is an expert in ornamental grasses and sustainable design. This event is sponsored by Clovis Botanical Garden & Sequoia Chapter-California Native Plant Society.

COST: Free, RSVP by February 28.

CONTACT: Call 493-8052 (Anne) or 323-8962 (Thelma) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 18; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; The Elbow Room, 731 W. San Jose Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: This is an opportunity for newcomers to Fresno/Clovis to learn about all of our various monthly activities and meet others who are new to the area. Please make reservations prior to March 4.

COST: $21.50.

CONTACT: Call 434-7149 (Helen DeNiro) for reservations or for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 18; 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Central Valley Business Incubator, 1630 E. Shaw Avenue, Suite 163, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Bring your sack lunch, relax and expand your business knowledge. The topic of this lunch-n-learn session will be how to manage sales in the midst of a recession. Participants will discuss challenges and receive expert feedback that can be applied immediately.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 292-9033 (Emily) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 18; 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.; Starbucks Coffee, 765 N. Temperance Avenue, Clovis.

DESCRIPTION: This event provides an opportunity for like-minded service providers and entrepreneurs to connect and network over shared experiences and ideas in a casual and fun environment.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 292-9033 (Emily) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 18; 12 noon - 1:30 p.m.; Small Business Administration, 2719 N. Air Fresno Drive, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Entrepreneurs who want to start a new business or have an existing business will learn about SCORE and how to meet with a counselor to discuss your small business goals. Woody Alexander, a SCORE consultant with real life experience in marketing, finance and international business will be the presenter.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 487-5605 (William Hori) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, March 19; 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.; American Red Cross Central Valley, 2002 N. Fine Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Learn how to overcome reluctance to act in emergency situations. Participants will learn to recognize and care for life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies in adults. Get the knowledge and skills necessary to help sustain life and minimize pain and the consequences of injury or sudden illness until professional medical help arrives. The classroom door will be locked 10 minutes prior to the class start. Anyone arriving late will have to reschedule in order to take the class. This workshop is presented by the American Red Cross Central Valley.

COST: $45.

CONTACT: Call 455-1000 for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 20; 7:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.; Woodward Park, 7775 Friant Road, Mountain View Shelter, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Take an hour out of your morning to support the Senior Living Network as they raise funds for the Alzheimer's Foundation of Central California, UCSF - Fresno Alzheimer's & Memory Care Center and Valley Caregiver Resource Center - OASIS. The race offers participants their choice of a 5k run, 2 mile walk/run or ¼ mile kids race.

COST: $20 per person; $50 per team of 4.

CONTACT: Call 285-7544 (Gail Lansidell) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 20; 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; California State University Fresno, 5241 N. Maple Avenue, Peters Building, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Kid's Turn is a whole family approach to dealing with the difficulties associated with divorce or separation. It helps children understand and cope with the loss, anger and fear that are often associated with divorce or separation. This program is recognized by the county courts as a co-parenting approved course. Scholarships are available.

COST: $100 - $400 per family based on family income.

CONTACT: Call 233-2880 (Sandra Jones) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 20; 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.; Cedar Clinton Branch Library, 4150 E. Clinton Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Cedar Clinton Library will be hosting a series of family films on the first and third Saturday of the month. The film for today is The Spongebob Squarepants Movie.

COST: Free admission.

CONTACT: Call 442-1770 (Will Cooper) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 20; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Northwest Church, 5415 N. West Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: This class is targeted toward child care providers. It will cover when and how to provide first aid for common childhood injuries. Learn about other first aid considerations and how to be prepared to provide care for breathing emergencies, perform CPR, and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) for victims of cardiac arrest. This class is being offered by the American Red Cross Central Valley Chapter.

COST: $55.

CONTACT: Call 455-1000 for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 20; 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Reedley College, 995 N. Reed Avenue, Reedley.

DESCRIPTION: Over 200 students from the Central Valley will discover careers in health, science, mathematics, engineering, and technology.

COST: $10.

CONTACT: Call 638-3641 ext. 3199 (Marie Byrd) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 20, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; Clovis Rodeo Hall, 748 Rodeo Drive, Clovis.

DESCRIPTION: Attendees, dressed in western finery, will have the opportunity to meet special guests from the Professional Bull Riders and rodeo royalty. They will hear live country music, learn all about rodeo from Clovis Rodeo Association Board Members and sample what cowgirls drink (including sarsaparilla, beers and wines), what cowgirls eat (award-winning beef, chili, cowgirl cobbler, and cowgirl coffee), and what cowgirls like to wear (a fashion show will include Western wear and city-slicker clothing). Live and silent auction items will include both Western and non-Western art, entertainment and travel surprises. Proceeds will benefit the Central California Blood Center.

COST: $100 per person.

CONTACT: Call 389-5405 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 20; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Critter Creek Wildlife Station, 36710 Sand Creek Road, Squaw Valley.

DESCRIPTION: Critter Creek Wildlife Station, a wildlife rehabilitation center, is holding its annual spring open house. Animal tours will be given from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The day will also include games, crafts, food, and an auction.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 338-2415 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 20; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; American Red Cross Central Valley, 2002 N. Fine Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Learn how to overcome reluctance to act in emergency situations. Participants will learn to recognize and care for life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies. Get the knowledge and skills necessary to help sustain life and minimize pain and the consequences of injury or sudden illness until professional medical help arrives. The classroom door will be locked 10 minutes prior to the class start. Anyone arriving late will have to reschedule in order to take the class. This workshop is presented by the American Red Cross Central Valley.

COST: $55.

CONTACT: Call 455-1000 for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 20 - Sunday, March 21; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Shinzen Japanese Garden, Woodward Park, 7775 Friant Road, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: This event occurs the weekend closest to the equinox, when the trees are ablaze with color. The festival features the gardens' blooming cherry and crabapple trees, along with forsythia, kerria and miniature daffodils at their most magnificent. The teahouse will be open for viewing.

COST: $3 adults; $.50 children (ages 4 - 14) and seniors; $5 per family.

CONTACT: Call 621-2900 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Sunday, March 21; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; TorNino's Banquets, 5080 N. Blackstone Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Friends of Camp El-O-Win are holding this brunch and silent auction to raise funds to rebuild the camp connecting bridge over Dinkey Creek. Help to provide girls summer fun by donating to this worthwhile project.

COST: $40 per person; please purchase by March 16.

CONTACT: Call 320-5439 or email for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Tuesday, March 23; 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.; California Highway Patrol Office, 1382 W. Olive Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: In an attempt to help teen drivers become proactive instead of reactive, the CHP is offering this free driving class for newly licensed and future licensed teen age drivers. Learn good driving skills and how poor choices can change the lives of everyone involved. The goal of this program is to reduce teen driver related accidents. Parents and guardians may attend with their teen driver.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 441-5441 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Tuesday, March 23; 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Piccadilly Inn University, 4961 N. Cedar Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: State Center Consortium is providing a seminar for home economics and culinary arts teachers that will include extensive nationally accredited training on food safety education.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 324-6410 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Tuesday, March 23; 12 noon - 1 p.m.; Fresno Convention Center, 848 M Street, New Exhibit Hall, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Anne Lauvergeon, CEO of Areva, will speak at a luncheon hosted by the Economic Development Corporation (EDC). She will speak on bringing a new energy source to Fresno County.

COST: $35 for EDC members, $45 general admission.

CONTACT: Call 276-2508 (Sarah Najera) for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, March 24; 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Reedley College, 995 N. Reed Avenue, Cafeteria, Reedley.

DESCRIPTION: State Center Consortium is partnering with Reedley College and Valley Regional Occupational Program to provide a Career Pathways Summit and Joint Advisory Meeting for their instructors and business advisory committee members.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 638-3641 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, March 24; 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Central California Small Business Development Center, 3302 N. Blackstone Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: This orientation will introduce you to the services provided by the Small Business Development Center and answer questions you may have regarding the start up and ongoing management of your business.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 230-4056 (Joi Eubanks) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, March 24; 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Central Valley Business Incubator, 1630 E. Shaw Avenue, Suite 163, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Peter Lang, president and CEO of Lang International, will be facilitating a social media session to teach us how to use it professionally, responsibly, fearlessly, and with curiosity and spontaneity.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 292-9033 (Emily) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, March 24; 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.; American Red Cross Central Valley, 2002 N. Fine Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Learn how to provide care for breathing emergencies, perform CPR and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) for victims of sudden cardiac arrest. All participants who successful complete the course will be issued a certificate of completion that is valid for one year. The classroom door will be locked 10 minutes prior to the class start. Anyone arriving late will have to reschedule in order to take the class. This workshop is presented by the American Red Cross Central Valley.

COST: $45.

CONTACT: Call 455-1000 for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 25; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Fresno City College, 1101 E. University Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Career Skills Challenge is an action-oriented event open to all students who attend a high school within Fresno, Madera & Mariposa counties. The purpose of the Challenge is to provide recognition and encouragement to high school students for their accomplishments in career skills, improve participation in educational programs and encourage public support of career technical education.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 497-3853 (Anthony) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 25; 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.; Starbucks Coffee, 765 N. Temperance Avenue, Clovis.

DESCRIPTION: This event provides an opportunity for like-minded service providers and entrepreneurs to connect and network over shared experiences and ideas in a casual and fun environment.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 292-9033 (Emily) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 25; 12 noon - 3 p.m.; DeVry University, 7575 N. Fresno Street, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Local employers will present information regarding current and future employment opportunities. Several workshops will be offered to provide information and resources on career preparation and professional skill development. Be sure to bring your resume and dress professionally.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 437-5307 (Rose) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 25; 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Peoples Church, 7172 N. Cedar Avenue, Gymnasium, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Looking for some summer fun for your kids? Central California Parent Magazine is sponsoring this showcase of sleep-away camps plus local sport, activity and enrichment camps. Talk personally to camp representatives to find the best fit for your children.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 435-1409 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, March 26; 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.; Claude Laval Energy and Technology Incubator, 2911 E. Barstow Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: This is an opportunity for business entrepreneurs to come together, socialize and enjoy delicious themed food. You can network, learn or just talk with like-minded people in an informal setting..

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 292-9033 (Emily) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, March 26; 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.; Down Syndrome Association of Central California, 4277 W. Richert Avenue, Suite 102, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Sibshops are a mix of new games, new friends and discussion activities. It is based on the belief that brothers and sisters have much to offer one another. Facilitated by Stacey Thacker, this workshop is open to all siblings or children with disabilities. This workshop is targets ages 12 - 17.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 228-0411 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, March 31; 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Central Valley Business Incubator, 1630 E. Shaw Avenue, Suite 163, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The interior design of a business communicates its professionalism, creates its own unique atmosphere and distinguishes itself from other organizations. Christine Ubbink will speak on the importance of the right interior design for businesses.

COST: Free.

CONTACT: Call 292-9033 (Emily) for more information.