Fresno Flyer Vol 4 No 3 by Fresno Flyer

EDITOR’S NOTE

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No other time of the year feels quite like this one. The crossover into winter holds some ancient song that we all feel in our bones – no matter our heritage. Needless to say, it’s my favorite of all the holidays and of all the seasons, even though it’s not really a ‘season’ per se. But aside from the crisp morning air, longer nights, and spiritual reminders to slow down a bit – it’s truly Halloween that puts a little pep in my step. As a kid, dressing up as a ghoul, getting free candy, and staying up late was the root of why I looked forward to Halloween every year. As an adult, it’s watching the neighborhoods light up with decorations, local theaters showing spooky films, haunted houses … and scaring-trick-or treaters. Some of the best fun I’ve ever had was dressing up my front porch like a deranged butcher shop while limping around the lawn as an impressive zombie. All the while, my friends and family (in costume) challenged kids to try and make it to the front door. Most of the time, the presentation was enough to stop them at the sidewalk – and they would’ve skipped our house if not for their parents pushing them up the pathway. To be honest, the biggest laughs ALWAYS came from the parents. And the biggest scaredy-cats were teenagers.

But I digress. The idea was to give not only ourselves but the trickor-treaters an experience. I remember being a kid and absolutely loving the houses I was too afraid to approach. They stick out in my memory like a roller coaster ride of anticipation. It was finding the courage to make the walk to the door, every step feeling like a mile and double-checking that the prop wasn’t going to jump out at me. Most importantly, the excitement of actually getting to the door to get candy. It was a triumph! Those moments stayed with me much better than just ringing a bell, holding out my bag, and watching the candy fall in without any effort. Paying it forward to the younger generation and watching that same mixture of glee and terror light up their faces isn’t just fun – it’s like being a kid all over again. However, it seems like the decorated houses on the block are fewer and fewer each year. It may be due to finances (Halloween décor does get pretty expensive) or it may be because folks think it’s a children’s holiday of cavities – who knows. But I hope that if you’re able, you support your local haunted houses, put up a few lights and give a little ‘BOO!’ to the kids who put all the effort into their (no doubt) glorious costumes.

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WICKED FUN Ghost Golf’s indoor mini golf course is the year round Belle of the Halloween ball. By Lisa Talley | lisa@fresnoflyer.com “My favorite two sounds in the whole world are screams and laughter together.” Daryn Coleman, the master-mind creator and co-owner of Ghost Golf, smiles warmly as he looks over his spooky wonderland. It’s the same look you’d expect to see on someone who has finally come home after a long trip. “I love hearing people scream and then laugh because they screamed or everyone around them is laughing because they screamed. That’s my favorite sound.” It’s not quite a haunted house, but it’s close. Ghost Golf ’s unique setting sits quietly in an unassuming shopping center on North Blackstone in Fresno. If it weren’t for the painted ghosts on the windows – no one would be the wiser as to what lay inside. The lobby is welcoming – again, wholly unassuming – some arcade games line the walls, and a couple tables invite you to take a load off. But it’s what waits beyond the curtain that’s the real star of the show. One step inside and the mood slightly shifts. The lights are dim and the unnatural sound of whirring spirits ‘wooshes’ out of the speakers to set the ambiance. Players are greeted by a pair of hooded skeletons holding a single (fake) torch to guide them into the game. Each hole on the course contains a different scene that comes alive by either pressure or motion sensors set off by the players: a singing head, a dancing voodoo doll, or an unexpected blast of air that’s sure to make someone in the group jump. With all the various scary surprises awaiting the players, however, gore is one element that’s left off the table. “I try to keep things as family-friendly as possible, I don’t like gore, and I don’t have actors. Even the things that pop up, they’re usually saying funny, silly stuff at you,” Daryn explains. True to his word, he steps on a pressure sensor nearby that activates a moving skeleton head that cackles alive with a playful message for the golfers. “I’m only 20 years old, you know how I got here? I ate too many

Dunkin’ Donuts!” When asked how he thought Ghost Golf fared on the fright meter, Daryn gave his course a rating of 3, maybe 4. “I just want everyone to have a really good time and enjoy themselves with their family and friends,” he shares.

ited to the Halloween season. It wasn’t until Daryn and his wife, Janice, were in Santa Cruz visiting a pirate-themed indoor minigolf course called Buccaneer Bay. It was here that a light bulb went off for him. An indoor mini-golf course that he could design with all his Halloween flair was just the ticket!

Ghost Golf was the evolution from Daryn’s front yard – months of designing, weeks of building, all for a few hours of glory for one night of the year. The desire to showcase all of his work all year round pressed on him, but he didn’t know which format would be best. A haunted house seemed like the natural conclusion, but just like the front yard display, would likely have a lifespan lim-

And everything is designed around the custom, handmade effects. Unable to suppress a chuckle, he says, “Where can I put this pop-up head to get the maximum effect for it? I didn’t want to use windmills and boring stuff so here I [get] to use a little bit of fear.” While the theme and player experience are the biggest inspiration to the de-

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sign, so is practicality and safety. None of the props are within arm’s reach, and Daryn’s ADA compliant course has adapted the wheelchair access points with a unique set of bristles (of his own invention). The bristles are firm enough to stop a ball from rolling out of play but still sufficient for wheels to roll over with ease. Beyond the eerie décor and the fun, jump-scare experience, Ghost Golf also includes free, unlimited gameplay on some select arcades including Daryn’s very own ‘Mummy Shootout.’ Imagine a classic carnival game that requires shooting a moving target with either a jet stream of water or little metal pellets. Now, replace the little ducks or clown targets with life-sized mummies either completely enclosed in a casket or halfway hiding behind an object. Oh, and you’ll be shooting targets with a laser gun that on a successful hit, one of the multitudes of mummies comes to life. Like everything else in the course, Mummy Shootout is a creation right out of Daryn’s vivid imagination and hard work. From the ‘wrought iron’ fences, ‘stone’ walls, characters (and their voices), to the massive trees that reach down with gnarled arms. The only artwork in the building that doesn’t have his distinctive mark is the murals on the walls that create the backdrop for the golf course. That was the collaborative effort between Janice and Fresno artists. With Halloween just around the corner, it’s a must-add to the list of pumpkin patches, trick-or-treating, corn mazes, and bobbing for apples. And the experience lives beyond the season, so for those who enjoy a haunting-good-time no matter the month in the year, rest assured that Ghost Golf will be happy to have you. Ever adapting, adding, and updating the course with new creations, they’ll be ready. -Located at 5179 N Blackstone Ave, 93710. Open Tuesday through Sunday, hours vary. Visit Ghost.Golf for more information. 559800-0811 | FRESNO FLYER |

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Hanford Carnegie Museum Needs Your Support By Lisa Talley | lisa@fresnoflyer.com

ho are we without our memory? It’s a loaded question no one ever wants to know the answer to because the weight of it would crush us with its truth. We’d be but an empty vessel, a thin shadow of our former selves that would quickly vanish with the faintest of breezes – as if we’d never existed at all. The same could be said for every city, whether a sprawling metropolis or a quaint, picturesque small town. Where families and friends would keep the memories of the individual alive, it’s the museums that become the caretakers of history – the memory that keeps the soul of a city alive. But for the Hanford Carnegie Museum, it could all disappear without a trace in a matter of months. Gifted to the City of Hanford by the steel tycoon, Andrew Carnegie, in 1905, the museum began its tenure as the city’s free public library. It served the community in that capacity for nearly 70 years until it

was converted into a museum. Nestled in the quiet, historic neighborhood of downtown Hanford, the museum is a Romanesque stone building that is home to artifacts dating back to the late 1800s. Most notably, a suitcase and dress left behind by Amelia Earhart that was designed by the famed pilot herself. “Amelia used to teach at the Chandler Airport, it was only for a couple of months, but while she was there, she became close friends with Mary Packwood – a Hanford native, and Amelia would come to visit here often. The luggage was left behind when she went missing,” explains Museum Manager, Patricia Dickerson, “Having these here is a big deal for Kings County.” The Smithsonian Institute has been after the Earhart items for years, with offers to purchase them from the Hanford Carnegie Museum but to no avail. Other displays showcase items and uniforms of local military veterans through-

out the different war periods; bomber jackets, flight suits, dress uniforms, along with photos, and newspaper clippings. On the second story of the museum are smaller displays housing historical photos and items from the Hanford Fire Department, Sheriff’s Department, and the Native American communities. Of particular interest are the riding saddles from the original Hanford Sheriff’s Posse of the 1890s that visitors are welcome to touch. Unlike most of the items on display, they aren’t sequestered behind a sheet of glass or velvet rope – but positioned in the room where attendees can trace the intricate and finely detailed designs with their hands. The Hanford Carnegie Museum literally puts history at its guests’ fingertips. It’s a wonder why the City of Hanford appears to be working against them. “Some members of the community, in my view, cannot stomach the new draw that the museum is bringing in… and that’s the youth,” shares board president and Latina

playwright, Silvia Gonzalez S. The museum has come under fire from select members of Hanford’s community who disagree with some of the changes that have taken place recently. According to both the board president and museum manager, it’s due to the rise in the number of the younger generation flowing in and out of the establishment. “It’s the younger generation that is going to inherit this place. In all reality, as the older generations leave, the youth are next in line to take care of it all. We need them to get involved, so we’ve been trying to encourage activities that bring them in and get them engaged here,” explains Dickerson. Activities such as a free acting class once a week, a sensory room for kids, theater productions, and a Pokémon Go group that meets at the museum as a starting point before walking around town together, simultaneously gaming. The augmented reality app even identifies nearby historical landmarks while they play, giving the group more opportunities to learn about their city. Ever-vigilant ‘concerned citizens’ have lobbied complaints to the City Council about various youth spotted frequenting the museum – and without any understanding as to who they are. One guest happened to be a teacher inquiring about a field trip for her grade school students, and another sits on the museum’s board. Grand assumptions of delinquency or disrespect must line the malcontent

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Answers to last issue’s puzzles

Fun Facts

The Halloween Edition

Many Halloween customs and games that feature apples (such 1. Halloween is the second highest as bobbing for apples) and nuts grossing commercial holiday after date from this time. In fact, in the past, Halloween has been called Christmas. San-Apple Night and Nutcrack 2. The word “witch” comes from Night. the Old English wicce, meaning “wise woman.” In fact, wic- 6. During the pre-Halloween celcan were highly respected people ebration of Samhain, bonfires were at one time. According to popular lit to ensure the sun would return belief, witches held one of their after the long, hard winter. Often two main meetings, or sabbats, on Druid priests would throw the bones of cattle into the flames and, Halloween night. hence, “bone fire” became “bon3. Trick-or-treating evolved from fire.” the ancient Celtic tradition of putting out treats and food to placate 7. Halloween is thought to have spirits who roamed the streets at originated around 4000 B.C., Samhain, a sacred festival that which means Halloween has been marked the end of the Celtic cal- around for over 6,000 years. endar year. 8. Teng Chieh or the Lantern 4. Black and orange are typically Festival is one Halloween festival associated with Halloween. Or- in China. Lanterns shaped like ange is a symbol of strength and dragons and other animals are endurance and, along with brown hung around houses and streets to and gold, stands for the harvest help guide the spirits back to their and autumn. Black is typically a earthly homes. To honor their desymbol of death and darkness and ceased loved ones, family members acts as a reminder that Halloween leave food and water by the poronce was a festival that marked the traits of their ancestors. boundaries between life and death. 9. The largest pumpkin ever measured was grown by Norm 5. Halloween was influenced by Craven, who broke the world the ancient Roman festival Porecord in 1993 with a 836 lb. mona, which celebrated the harpumpkin. vest goddess of the same name. | FRESNOFLYER.COM |

10. Dressing up as ghouls and other spooks originated from the ancient Celtic tradition of townspeople disguising themselves as demons and spirits. The Celts believed that disguising themselves this way would allow them to escape the notice of the real spirits wandering the streets during Samhain. 11. According to legend, if you see a spider on Halloween, it’s actually the spirit of a loved one watching you. 12. Americans purchase over 20 million pounds of Candy Corn each year. 13. The pumpkin originated in Mexico about 9,000 years ago. It is one of America’s oldest known vegetables. Pumpkins generally weigh from 15-to-30 pounds, although some weigh as much as 200 pounds. The majority of pumpkins are orange, but they also can be white, yellow or striped. They are rich in vitamin A, betacarotene and potassium, and their seeds provide protein and iron.

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... ‘Museum’ cont’d from pg 4 behind these ‘concerned citizens’ complaints. But none of the museum board or staff would know since not one of these protests has been brought to their direct attention. Instead, they receive the backlash later, after the City Council has tired of hearing the repeated grievances. The Hanford Carnegie Museum is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, was saved from destruction and renovated in 1974, and is the placeholder of Hanford’s diverse history. It would be in the city’s best interest to work with, preserve, and protect the museum. Instead, it chooses to squeeze them dry through strict enforcement of regulations and unrealistic timelines. A laundry list of eighteen items for correction was sent to the board, ranging from general grounds keeping to structural repairs such as cracks in the building’s walls – all to be completed within 10 days. The museum has only one full-time staff member. The notice held no consideration for a third-party repair company’s availability or the specification that any updates to the building required the City’s approval to make sure repairs were “consistent with the nature of the historic building.” What’s more, the city owns the

property – the lease cleverly puts the responsibility of the property’s maintenance and large-scale repairs onto the museum. The board has been doing its best to meet the requirements, but a step forward has been three steps back. Among the long list of repairs, fresh sod was needed in the back courtyard to meet the City’s landscaping regulations. They did, but mother nature struck them with a fungal disease that wiped out their new grass in a matter of weeks – over $3,000 down the drain. The board is

looking at starting over again, but this time, laying the sod themselves with a group of volunteers to save on costs. And, at the time of this article, with thirty days to ensure its success. As the call for repairs and updates continue to stack up, and the timelines shorten – the board’s resources dwindle. “I think it’s going to close the museum, to be honest with you,” Gonzalez shares. Losing the museum would mean losing the connective thread that bridge the

current generation to those of the past. And not only for the City of Hanford but for those Central Valley families who are longtime residents, as well. But the team is determined, hopeful that the broader community will come together and show their support for such an iconic piece of Hanford’s history. As part of a fundraising effort, the Hanford Carnegie Museum will host Haunted Flashlight Tours on the weekends (Friday-Sunday) on October 11-13, 19-20, and 25-27. The tours will start at 7 pm and take place at the museum. A donation of $5 is encouraged. Reflecting on the anticipated long road ahead, Gonzalez and Dickerson try to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Their hope is weighted with exhaustion, frustration, and melancholy. Yet, even still, they have faith. They need to. Otherwise, they’d have to accept the genuine and pressing alternative – shutting down. When asked how she thought Hanford would suffer without its museum, Gonzalez said, “Closing the museum would mean closing up the history of [our] people.” Gonzalez, Dickerson, and the rest of the board welcome you to visit the museum, to become members, and support their efforts to help ensure that the Hanford Carnegie Museum continues to be a pillar of the community for many years to come.

A Creative Twist on Halloween Carvings

(Family Features) When it comes to Halloween, carving the same pumpkin designs each year can become routine. This year, save a pumpkin and carve your spooky masterpiece into a watermelon instead. Nutrient-rich watermelon can be a healthy alternative to other sweet treats full of added sugar during Halloween festivities as it’s a source of vitamins A and C as well as the antioxidant lycopene and the amino acid citrulline. Because they are made up of 92% water, watermelons can be an effective way to stay hydrated during trick-or-treating, and creations like a Mummy or Jack O’Melon can help satisfy sweet cravings while keeping friends and family members frightfully delighted. To get started, consider these carving tips and tricks: * To make cutting and slicing easier, the watermelon should be at room temperate when carving. * Cut a small, thin, flat piece from the bottom of the watermelon to provide a stable

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base for carving.

* Draw the design on the watermelon rind with a dry-erase marker before cutting. If you make a mistake, this can make it easier to wipe off. * Use a sharp knife with a pointed tip for easier, cleaner cuts. Consider a paring knife with a smaller tip for ease of detail. * Blend scraps of watermelon that are too messy for dicing or slicing to create an easy juice. For more watermelon carving ideas, visit watermelon.org.

Mummy Supplies and Tools: Watermelon, Cutting board Kitchen knife, Dry-erase marker Paring knife, Melon baller Scoop, Vegetable peeler Cheesecloth or gauze Straight pin (optional) Battery-operated candle or light Small bowl Blueberries or bloody candy eyes

Toothpicks, pins or glue Wash watermelon under cool running water and pat dry. On cutting board, place watermelon on its side and use kitchen knife to cut off 1/4-1/2inch of rind from bottom to provide sturdy base, being careful not to cut too deep into white part of rind. Cut 1-2 inches from stem end to create opening for bowl to be added. Using dry-erase marker, draw eyes, nose and mouth, along with wavy slits around carving. Use paring knife to cut them out, being sure to cut through to red flesh to let more light flow through. Use melon baller to hollow out inside of

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watermelon. Reserve watermelon balls. Use scoop to remove remaining watermelon. Using vegetable peeler, remove green skin off outside of watermelon, similar to peeling cucumber. Wrap thin strips cheesecloth or gauze around mummy carving and secure with straight pin, if needed. Place battery-operated candle or light inside carving and fit small bowl into top of carving. Trim away excess rind to make bowl fit securely. Fill bowl with melon balls. Attach candy eyes or blueberries using a toothpicks, pins or glue.

DÍA DE MUERTOS ALIVE By I. smiley G. Calderón

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or those of us who are not too familiar with Día de Muertos, or “Day of the Dead” - that seemingly mystical Mexican holiday that immediately follows our comfortably familiar Halloween night of all things spooky and sweet. Seeing skulls and bones not only decorated but celebrated alongside candlelit altars may seem strange - or even scary, and talking about death may seem eerie, too. But, the truth is, Día de Muertos is much more than a time to dress up and eat, or talk about death and dying. Unlike the Halloween of today, where fun and terror go hand-inhand, Día de Muertos is a traditional time for commemoration and celebration of loved ones who have passed on. It is a special time of reflection and spirituality - a time to remember the dead and invite their memory and essence to come alive. Mini altars with candles and photos of loved ones surrounded by the foods and drinks that they enjoyed most while alive are erected and embellished to remember them by. Día de Muertos is a meaningful remembrance of our ancestors as a celebration of life along with the dead. Beyond that, it is at the same time recognizing our collective fate: death, the complete cycle of life. Honestly, I’m no Día de Muertos expert, and personally, my Chicano family doesn’t even celebrate it. We’ve lost our traditional connection to Mexico through many generations of living in the United States, assimilating to mainstream culture. Like many Americans, I just conveniently thought that Día de Muertos was the Mexican version of the American Halloween. Oh boy was I wrong. Unlike Halloween, which has now evolved into a night of wicked fun without spiritual significance, Día de Muertos has maintained its indigenous tradition of honoring the dead. And despite any religious or governmental opposition. For example, the Catholic Church, in their attempt to convert the indigenous to Christianity and strip American natives of their roots, hijacked Día de Muertos and relabeled it “All Saints Day” and “All Souls Day.” This came after they realized that the people refused to abandon such an essential part of their culture. Strong traditions die hard, and every year on the first and second of November, traditional Mexican families gather around to remember their loved ones. They invite their memory back to the land of the living, honoring and remembering their ancestors. All while enticing them with sweetbreads and drinks placed on personalized altars dedicated to their memory. It is a unique and magical time. This is why I wanted to learn more

about this important holiday from someone who could genuinely resonate its essence and help me better understand its magical tradition. So, I turned to a local popular Fresnan artist, Mauro Carrera, for the lesson. Mauro, a Mexican visual artist, and muralist raised and educated in Fresno, recently finished an acrylic painting celebrating Día de Muertos and graciously shared it with me. He calls it: Entre Mictlan y El Barrio (translated: Between Mictlan and The Neighborhood). What makes this piece so unique is that it captures a different vantage of Día de Muertos. Instead of the ubiquitous images of La Calavera Catrina - the iconic female sugar skull - and other myriad skull imagery, Mauro focuses on the more mystical and spiritual aspect of this holiday. He highlights Xoloitzcuintli, or “Xolo” for short - the ancient mini hairless dog breed who is said to welcome the dead as their spirit guide to Mictlan, the mythological underworld and land of the dead. In this piece, | FRESNOFLYER.COM |

Mauro effectively demonstrates how visual representations of Día de Muertos can go well beyond skull imagery. His work is a beautiful six-piece modular painting full of vibrant colors and evocative imagery that captures the nexus of two worlds connected - the living and the dead. Mauro’s color expression is crucial to him, especially in retelling ancient afterlife mythology. He tells me with an artistic seriousness that poignantly matches the topic: “I’m trying to acknowledge all that is through color - tapping into the concept of God.” Indeed, with all of its incredible colors and tones, Entre Mictlan y El Barrio is a remarkable reflection that truly taps into the spiritual energy of Día de Muertos. In the center of the painting flickers a single candle - an iconic image of light and life in the next world - which Mauro painted to represent all of the colors of the chakras. For Mauro,

incorporating all of the colors of the whole spectrum in his work is important and vital. And, it is especially meaningful in this piece. Mauro explained to me his personal experience with Día de Muertos, as it is a significant spiritual holiday for him and his family. Every year, his family honors their ancestors by preparing beautiful altars for their passed loved ones. They decorate them with pictures, favorite foods and drinks and, of course, with the beautiful Marigold flowers for their potent scents and vibrant bright colors. (When Mauro described this altar flower to me, sadly, I didn’t know which he was referring to. So, he sent me a beautiful picture of him with an armful of them so that I’d never forget) But, I asked him - what if I’m not Mexican, Mauro? Or, what if I’m atheist can I still appreciate and celebrate this sacred holiday? His candid answer? Absolutely. To Mauro, Día de Muertos is about honoring and remembering your ancestors, your family, your loved and missed ones. “Even if you’re not Latino, even if you’re agnostic, even if you’re atheist,” he tells me. It is a magical time to celebrate the Day of the Dead - alive. | FRESNO FLYER |

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CALENDAR Community

October 4-10 Art Metal Mondays at Ideaworks Monday, October 7 at 6 PM – 9 PM Ideaworks 1730 H Street, Fresno. From welding to machining, if your focus is on metal, then Metal Mondays are for you. This weekly event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, but anyone under the age of 18 needs to be accompanied by an adult.

Theater Los Lobos Thursday, October 10 at 8 PM – 10 PM Visalia Fox Theatre 308 W Main St, Visalia. We Will Rock You - The Musical on Tour Thursday, October 10 at 8 PM – 9:45 PM Tickets www.etix.com Calling All Promotors We can help get you out there. 559-4727182

Fill The Need Thursday, October 10 at 11 AM – 11 PM The Big Fresno Fair 1121 S Chance Ave, Fresno. he Big Fresno Fair and Valley Children’s have partnered to help “Fill the Need” in our community by offering a special $4 “Fill the Need” ticket of which half will be donated to Valley Children’s in support of their mission to increase access for lifesaving healthcare for Valley kids. You can purchase your tickets online in advance; all online fees have been waived thanks to eTix. http://bit.ly/ FilltheNeed19 Just come to the Fair on Thurs, 10/10 and get your $4 “Fill the Need” ticket at the gate. Half of your ticket purchase will go to Valley Children’s. The Big Fresno Fair’s “Fill the Need” tickets are only good on Thurs, 10/10.

Family The Big Fresno Fair Saturday, October 2-14 at 10 AM – 10 PM The Big Fresno Fair 1121 S Chance Ave, Fresno. Tickets www.fresnofair.com The Big Fresno Fair is far more than just the Central Valley’s largest annual event, attracting more than 600,000 patrons each year. It is a year-round rental facility spanning 165 acres held under a 50-year lease with the County of Fresno, and it is host to over 250 annual events.

Senior Bridge 10/7 1-3pm Palm Village Senior Network 7638 N Ingram Suite 111A (559) 916-3078 Canasta 10/9 1:30-3:30pm Palm Village Senior Network 7638 N Ingram Suite 111A (559) 916-3078

Sports Fresno State Bulldogs Womens Volleyball vs. UNLV Rebels Women’s Volleyball aturday, October 5 at 1 PM Save Mart Center 2650 E Shaw Ave, Fresno.

Music La Marcha at the Big Fresno Fair Sunday, October 6 at 6 PM – 10 PM The Big Fresno Fair 1121 S Chance Ave, Fresno. Free event with paid admission.

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Newsboys United - The Big Fresno Fair Wednesday, October 9 at 7 PM – 9 PM The Big Fresno Fair 1121 S Chance Ave, Fresno. The Big Fresno Fair is the largest annual event in the Central Valley, attracting more than 600,000 people each October during its two-week run featuring exhibits, a livestock show, live horse racing, musical entertainment, educational programs and more.

21 & Over The Big Fresno Fair Brew Fest Saturday, October 5 at 2 PM – 5 PM The Big Fresno Fair 1121 S Chance Ave, Fresno. If you like beer then you need to be here! Enjoy delicious brews from inside the horse racing track at the 3rd Annual Brew Fest at The Big Fresno Fair on Sat, 10/5 starting at 2 p.m.! Come out and enjoy 30+ breweries, music, lawn games, food trucks, horse betting stations and MORE for only $35! Designated driver tickets are available for $25. To purchase tickets and to see a list of participating breweries please visit: http://bit.ly/ BFFBrewFest

October 11-17 Art Catrinas & Couture - OCTOBER 12 Fashion Show & Gala International fashion designer MITZY will be giving us a phenomenal show at Plaza Paz. Join us for a night filled with art, design, music, and great food. MITZY Fashion, glamour, and style are all words characteristic to Mitzy, a Mexican designer who has worked for top celebrities in show business for over 35 years. Wanting to become a fashion designer ever since the age of 15, he has worked for famous celebrities such as Verónica Castro, Isabel Pantoja, Rocío Jurado, and even Thalia, for whom he designed a spectacular wedding dress. Mitzy inspires those who appreciate style, high fashion, and want uncompromising quality. Tickets are now available on https://squareup.com/store/arteamericas 27th Annual Intermountain Harvest Arts Festival. October 12, 10-5. October 13, 10-4. Free family friendly event. Music, Arts & Crafts, Food, Children’s activities. At Sierra High School, 33326 Lodge Rd. Tollhouse.

Workshop: Post-Production – Adobe Premiere Oct 16 at 6 PM – Oct 17 at 9 PM CMAC 1555 Van Ness Ave, Suite 201, Fresno. Learn the basics of Adobe Premiere. Covers concepts of editing: making cuts, adding music and simple effects. Certification is required for reserving CMAC edit stations. Workshop requires basic computer skills. This workshop is in two parts: Part 1: Wed, Oct 16, 6–9pm Part 2: Thu, Oct 17, 6–9pm Membership must be paid prior to training Contact For Scheduling: (559) 266-2622

Theater A Faithful Man, presented by Fresno Filmworks Friday, October 11 at 5:30 PM & 8:30 PM Tower Theatre 809 E Olive Ave, Fresno. Tickets fresnofilmworks.org French filmmaker Louis Garrel’s second full-length feature, the film was an official selection at the Toronto International Film Festival. The film follows Abel and the interesting situations that change his life. Marianne leaves Abel for Paul, his best friend and the father of her unborn child. Eight years later, Paul dies and Abel and Marianne get back together — much to the dismay of Eva, who has secretly loved Abel since childhood, and Marianne’s son Joseph, who is convinced that Marianne poisoned Paul. A light-hearted and engaging comedy, Garrel infuses the spirit of vintage French New Wave cinema into his latest as director. Garrel stars in the film, along with Laetitia Casta and Lily-Rose Depp. In French, with English subtitles The Lost Boys (1987) Saturday, October 12 at 7 PM – 9 PM Fox Hanford 326 N Irwin St, Hanford. Tickets www.foxhanford.com

27th Annual Intermountain Harvest Arts Festival. October 12, 105. October 13, 10-4. Free family friendly event. Music, Arts & Crafts, Food, Children’s activities. At Sierra High School, 33326 Lodge Rd. Tollhouse. Monster Bash Saturday, October 12 at 10 AM – 5 PM Coarsegold Historical Village 35300 Highway 41, Coarsegold. Join us for a movie monster themed, fun family event. Featuring Unicorn rides, A bounce house for the kids, tarot readers, astrologist,henna artist,performing arts,music and all types of vendors. The Fresno High Flea Saturday, October 12 at 10 AM – 2 PM Fresno High School 1835 Echo Ave, Fresno. 27th Annual Intermountain Harvest Arts Festival. October 12, 105. October 13, 10-4. Free family friendly event. Music, Arts & Crafts, Food, Children’s activities. At Sierra High School, 33326 Lodge Rd. Tollhouse. Wednesday Half Price Games at Dave & Buster’s! Wednesday, October 16 at 10 AM – 11:59 PM Dave & Buster’s 212 E River Park Cir, Fresno.

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Free Bully Prevention Workshop Never get bullied again! Open to all kids ages 6-18 Bullying is a huge problem in our kids every day lives. This workshop will teach your kids how to handle a Bully situation the “Right Way” Participants will learn: What a Bully is and how to recognize a bully 4 key ways to handle a bully situation 4 key ways to help a friend being bullied Special techniques to stand up for themselves without fighting. This is a Free event to the community. We encourage you to Reedley Fiesta - 2019 Oct 11 at 4 invite friends or anyone who may be PM – Oct 12 at 4 PM Pioneer Park getting bullied. We will provide lunch 953 G St, Reedley. One of Reedley’s after the event for all participants. biggest events and long lasting traditions. Food, Beer & Wine Garden, Craft & Retail Vendors, and Live Music on Friday Night from 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday includes: Fiesta Walk/ Coloring & POTLUCK 10/11 12Run (starts at 7 a.m.), Fiesta Pa- 2pm Palm Village Senior Network rade (starts at 10 a.m.), Frog Jump 7638 N Ingram Suite 111A (559) Contest (12 p.m. to 2 p.m.) and a 916-3078 Community Talent Show (starts at 2 p.m.). Bridge 10/14 1-3pm Palm Village Senior Network 7638 N Ingram Suite Calling All Promotors We can 111A (559) 916-3078 help get you out there. 559-472 7182 Exercise 10/15 10:30AM Palm Village Senior Network 7638 N Ingram Suite 111A (559) 916-3078

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Hobbs Grove Halloween Haunt Starting October 4th, as we welcome YOU into our wickedly weird world here at Hobb’s Grove for the 2019 HALLOWEEN season! Our spine-tingling team of Hobb’s Ghouls, Goblins & Fangtastically FUN Freaks are hungry and ready to feast upon your SCREAMS! Tell your friends, bring your family! Opening weekend features our popular RED Extra-Discount Combo Tickets! New to the magical midway this year are the Mad Muffin 5 minute Escape Rooms! Single & combo tickets to our frightfully famous Haunted Forest, Haunted House & Haunted Hayride are available. Info can be found at HobbsGrove.com. Country Pumpkins Fall Boo-tique Saturday, October 12 at 9 AM – 2 PM Longhorn Feed And Supply 5092 N Academy Ave, Clovis. Come out and shop local vendors for all your holiday needs! Everything from candles to jewelry to home decor! Bring the kids to the feed store to find your perfect pumpkin for the fall! 5th Annual Boofest Saturday, October 19 at 6 PM – 9 PM Sierra Vista Mall 1050 Shaw Ave, Clovis. Join us for our 5th annual Boofest and MallWide Trick or Treating event! Carnival games, trunk or treat, reptiles, face painting, bounce houses, emergency vehicles, arts and crafts and more!

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Hobb’s Grove PUMPKIN RUN! Oct. 19th, we kick off the Pumpkin Grove Pumpkin Patch weekends with a morning 5K Run, Trot or Walk through the beautiful and not scary back-lands of The Grove. Then stay for all the Pumpkin Grove Festivities. These are pix from our friend’s run in Ohio and we’ll have our own for next year. Proceeds go to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Details here: hobbsgrovepumpkinrun.com See y’all this Fall! Pups & Suds: A Spooktacular Night in the Garden Sunday, October 20 at 5 PM – 8 PM Gazebo Gardens Nursery 3204 N Van Ness Blvd, Fresno. A $10 cover charge will be collected at the door and you can purchase whatever food your heart desires! All proceeds benefit Fresno Humane’s medical fund. This is a dog-friendly event (on-leash and poop-bags at the ready). Costumes are encouraged!

Prizes available to the winners of the costume contest! Halloween Spooktacular Thursday, October 24, 2019 at 6 PM – 9 PM Clovis Veterans Memorial District 808 4th St, Clovis. Join us as we host a Halloween Spooktacular! Local Veteran Service Organizations and Community Service Organizations will come together to host this evening of family fun including trick-or-treating, ghastly games, bounce houses, creepy crafts, and more! Bring the entire family and don’t forget to dress up as we celebrate the fall season! The event is open to the public and free of charge, donations of canned foods are welcomed and will benefit the Salvation Army. Pre-Register to skip the waiver line! Visit our eventbrite: https://halloweenspooktacular2019.eventbrite.com The Haunted Yard - A 3-Night Spooktacular Event For All! Ted C. Wills Community Center 770 N San Pablo Ave, Fresno. Come and enjoy the thrills & chills of THE HAUNTED YARD at Ted C. Wills Community Center during this spooky Halloween season! The Haunted Yard Tours also provides a family-friendly environment called “The Chicken Coup” that includes carnival games, candy, arts & crafts, and much more! Daily Tour Fee - $2.00 (CASH ONLY) THE HAUNTED YARD A 3 Night Spooktacular Event For All Thursday, October 24th - Kid’s Night - 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, October 25th - 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday, October 26th - 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. ZooBoo 2019 FRI, OCT 25 & 26 5:00 PM Fresno Chaffee Zoo 894 W Belmont Ave, Fresno. Join us for our annual ZooBoo celebration - There are FOUR nights to choose from! The entire Zoo will be decorated for these special evenings of spooktacular fun! Trick-or-treat through the zoo at dusk, get lost in the hay maze, get up close with our Education Animal Ambassadors, dance the night away to kid-friendly music at Dracula’s Disco (in Canopy Grove), play carnival games and win prizes at Game Lane (located in Canopy Grove - extra charges apply). Children are encouraged to dress in costumes. (Nonscary costumes are appropriate for this event – please select a costume that is appealing to children and does not contain horror elements of any kind.) Adults, please do not wear a full face mask or have your face completely covered. Purchase tickets

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4th Annual Bass Lake Halloween Carnival & Fall Festival Saturday, October 26 at 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM The Pines Resort, Bass Lake 54432 Road 432, Bass Lake. https://basslakehalloween2019.eventbrite.com Dia De Los Muertos Saturday, October 26 at 6 PM – 10 PM Meux Home Museum 1007 R Street, Fresno. Community event. Shop with your favorite vendors, handmade items and retail. Tarot readers , stones and crystals ,music, performers,food and fun. Kid friendly. Creepy Photo Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular Sunday, October 27 at 2 PM – 7 PM Tioga Sequoia Brewing Company 745 Fulton St, Fresno. Get your “Freak On” with this creepy photo event in costume with your favorite 4-legged pal! Photographer Amanda Angle is ready to capture your crazy cute moment with you and your bestie! 3rd Annual Fall Festival Civic Auditorium Grounds Sunday, October 27 at 1 PM – 4 PM Hanford Parks & Recreation 321 N Douty St, Suite B, Hanford. Kids $1 wristbands will be available for sale at the Hanford Parks and Recreation office located at 321 N. Douty Street (Suite B) October 1st. Fee includes bounce houses, train, fire truck and carousel rides and one free visitn with a candy treat in the kids friendly haunted maze. The event is from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wristbands are $2 day of event for kids 12 years and younger. Parents are free. There will be craft and food booths and the Macey Blue Band performing on the outdoor stage. 2019 TDMC POOCH Parade, Canine Carnival and Costume Contest Sunday, October 27, 2019 at 1 PM – 5 PM Detention Billiards Parking Lot. You can look forward to a variety of feature product and food vendors,the Beer & Bone Garden, family entertainment, music and some of the most incredible human and dog costumes you’ve ever seen. From 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.enjoy the Canine Carnival featuring one-of-a-kind dog products and services, samples of dog food and treats, and family entertainment. At 3:00, contestants and furry friends will strut their stuff in the Pooch Parade along the sidewalks of Olive Avenue, ending back at the festival site for final judging of the Canine Costume Contest. This event is FREE to attend.

Trunk or Treat October 31 at 6:00 - 8:30 PM Trunk or Treat is a FREE event for families to dress up, eat candy, and enjoy bounce houses and games. You can also plan to enjoy dinner as we’ll have hot dogs, pizza, nachos, and other tasty treats available for a minimal cost. Rain or Shine, we’ll be here waiting for all the superheroes and princesses to show up for a great time! 4625 W Palo Alto Ave Fresno. Halloween Bash Thursday, October 31 at 6 PM – 9 PM No Surrender Laser Tag & Adventure Park 1200 Shaw Avenue Suite 103, Clovis. Calling all Creatures of the Night! Come spend Halloween at No Surrender Adventure Park! Party starts at 6pm... Costume contest at 8pm Live DJ all night and fun for all!!!! *Come in costume for $5 attractions! Halloween at the Market Thursday, October 31, 2019 at 5:30 PM – 9 PM Thursday Night Market Place in Downtown Hanford Irwin and Seventh Streets, Hanford. It’s HALLOWEEN at Thursday Night Market Place sponsored by Family HealthCare Network. Family HealthCare Network is hosting their annual Harvest Festival in Civic Park during the market! This is a costume party for all ages and there will be BIG PRIZES! Best group costume, best adult costume, best kid’s costume and more! The kiddos can enjoy trick or treating throughout downtown Hanford. Last year we had thousands of kiddos trick or treat so we will be ready for you this year with tricks and treats for everyone! Dia De Los Muertos Friday November 1 at 5:30 PM 5:30 PM - 10 PM Dontown Visalia. Free Event! Food, beer, music and dancing.

21 & Over 10th Annual Zombie Crawl Saturday, October 12 at 7:30 PM Tower District, Fresno. Wristbands for the event are $10 and will get you into all bars with no cover as well as drink specials. Wristbands will be available at BeBe O’s in Tower and Blue Shell Gaming in Clovis soon. Cash only. Prepurchasing is highly encouraged as we had over 2,000 zombie last year! This is a 21+ event. Please drink responsibly.

Madera Rotary Halloween Ball Fun-Raiser “The Monster Bash” Sat, October 19 at 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM Hatfield Hall at Madera Fairgrounds 1850 Cleveland Avenue Madera. BUFFET DINNER DESSERT BAR GAMES SILENT/LIVE AUCTION DJ DOMSOLO & DANCING COSTUME CONTEST OVER THE TOP DECORATIONS CALL 559-674-5401 FOR MORE INFORMATION $30 of each ticket goes towards Rotary projects, scholarships and community organizations Fresnoween 2019 Saturday, October 19 at 8 PM – 1:30 AM Rainbow Ballroom 1725 Broadway St, Fresno18+ w/ Bars Available for 21+ Fresnoween.com 2019 Fresno Haunted Mansion Halloween Party Saturday, October 26 at 8 PM – 2 AM The Standard9455 N Fort Washington Rd, Fresno. standardfresno.com/halloween/ Tac OPS Halloween Party October 26 at 4 PM to 10 PM Tactical OPS Brewing 1131 Railroad Clovis. Live music, costume contests, pumpkin carving contest, DAY of the DEAD Oct 26 at 9 AM – Oct 27 at 3 PM Fresno Airsoft 2365 S Delno Ave, Fresno. FREE ADMISSION AND RENTALS FOR COSPLAYERS/ ZOMBIES FREE ADMISSION AND RENTALS FOR WORK FOR PLAY FREE BARBEQUE 9am Saturday till Sunday 3pm Be ready by 1st game for a FREE pass Gift Certificates Available 2 passes for $20; 2 rentals for $50; 30 Day pass for $30; 3 month pass for $60; Unlimited Annual Pass $180 Get on The List for exclusive discounts. text 307-7895 to get on The List Hot Girl Halloween Thursday, October 31 at 7 PM – 11:59 PM Chukchansi Park Tickets mpv.tickets. com Tickets are JUST $10 for the 18+/21+ #HotGirlHalloween Party on October 31 at Chuckchansi Park in Downtown Fresno! Grab your homies and get your tickets TODAY at http://bit.ly/GrizzHalloween! Halloween Bash with Marie Wilson Band Friday November 1 at 6 PM to 10 PM Kings River Winery 4276 S Greenwood Ave Sanger. Tickets are $10 online or $15 at the gate. Bring your chair or blanket for this show. www.kingsriverwinery.com

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he Hammer Road Rally Bicycle race brings fun and fundraising for the arts to Fresno CountyThe secret is out: Fresno County is earning its reputation as a basecamp for world-class cycling. On October 19, several hundred riders from all over the US will converge on Shaver Lake for the Hammer Road Rally, a bicycle race that will take them on a challenging and scenic journey into the seldom-traveled backroads of the Sierra National Forest. The Hammer was born of one local resident’s passion for cycling. Edward O. Lund, a Fresno State faculty member, avid cyclist, artist, curator, and one of the founding organizers of Fresno’s Art Hop, tragically lost his life in late 2015 due to a cycling accident. His family honors his legacy at the Hammer, which serves as a fundraiser for the Ed Lund Foundation, which supports aspiring artists at Fresno State University through a study-abroad scholarship program. The race is produced by Bike Monkey, the cycling events team behind Levi’s GranFondo and other world-class bike rides all over Northern California. The Hammer Road Rally aims to serve hardcore cyclists and beginners alike with four route options for all ability levels. The largest route, the Hammer, is an epic ride with one particular climb even the most hardened rider will never forget: up and over Kaiser Pass, over 9,100’ above sea level. Cyclists looking for a true adventure will encounter genuine gravel road segments that will challenge and inspire them. Both longer routes will be timed with awards going to the top competitors in various age/gender categories. Now in its fourth year, the Hammer brings more than just world-class cycling to Fresno – it also brings an afterparty that has earned its reputation as a fun-filled destination for all ages, rider and non-rider alike. Food trucks, fresh beer from Mad Duck Brewing, and top-shelf live bands playing against the breathtaking beauty 0f Shaver Lake make it an occasion that everyone will love. --------What: The Hammer Road Rally Where: Edison Campground, Shaver Lake When: October 19 What: A bike race that’s much more than a bike race. Live music, food, drinks, and art.

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King of the West-NARC at the Cotton Classic Saturday, October 12 at 5 PM – 10 PM Keller Auto Speedway at Kings Fairgrounds- Hanford 801 S. 10th Ave, Hanford. Sprint car fans will be treated to a gem of open wheel racing at the 34th Annual Cotton Classic at Keller Auto Speedway in Hanford. The October 12th event will feature both the King of the West-NARC Fujitsu 410 Sprint Cars and the 360’s of the Sprint Car Challenge Tour Grappling of the Badges #1 Sunday, October 13 at 5 PM – 11:30 PM Civic Center Auditorium 400 N Douty St, Hanford. Public Service related jiu jitsu/grappling competition. Super fight format. Championship divisions. Come out and watch police, fire, military, medics, emt’s, dispatchers, vets, etc. battle it out in submission only grappling; Super fight type card. These are individual single matches. Get some great food (Bar B Que, Tacos/burritos, or Acai Bowl, grab a beer or a coke, sit back and enjoy! These guys and girls will put it all on the line to get a chance to compete for the Championship Belt of their Division. Fresno State Bulldogs Womens Volleyball vs. San Diego State Aztecs Volleyball Monday, October 14 at 6 PM Save Mart Center 2650 E Shaw Ave, Fresno.

Music Night Heat Rocks Outlaw Tavern Friday, October 11 at 9 PM – 1 AM Outlaw Tavern 325 Clovis Ave, Clovis. Ice Cube Friday, October 11 at 7 PM – 9 PM The Big Fresno Fair 1121 S Chance Ave, Fresno. Tickets www. etix.com Festival de Mariachi Sunday, October 13 at 6 PM – 8 PM The Big Fresno Fair 1121 S Chance Ave, Fresno. You’ll get to see international ranchera singer and songwriter Beatriz Adriana, best known for her top songs “La Basurita,” “Esta Situacion” and “Adios y Bienvenida!” Also joining the stage is Ranchera singer, Juan Valentin who has recorded dozens of popular Mexican songs including “Mujeres Divinas,” “Arboles de la Barranca” and “Virgen de Mi Soledad.” Then Mariachi Tenochtitlan, a well-known local mariachi group that has performed on international stages will bring their talented musicians and vocals to the stage! FREE with paid Fair admission!

La Arrolladora Sunday, October 13 at 7 PM – 12 AM The Big Fresno Fair 1121 S Chance Ave, Fresno. Willie Nelson & Family Monday, October 14 at 7 PM – 8 PM The Big Fresno Fair 1121 S Chance Ave, Fresno.

21 & Over Oktoberfest Saturday, October 12 at 5 PM – 10 PM Civic Center Park 113 Court St, Hanford. Tickets www. mainstreethanford.com Unlimited Craft Beer and Food for only $35! Oktoberfest will be in Civic Park on Saturday, October 12th from 5pm to 10pm. This year, Oktoberfest is NEW AND IMPROVED! Lady and the Tramps will be performing on the Courthouse Stage and DJ “The Marshall” will be closing out the night with all your favorite songs until 10pm. You do not want to miss this! The Emo Night Tour - Fresno Saturday, October 12 at 8 PM – 1:30 AM Fulton 55 875 Divisadero St, Fresno. Imagine going to a show and hearing Taking Back Sunday, Fall Out Boy , Panic! At The Disco, My Chemical Romance and many more, all only playing their Best Songs...ALL Night Long. Welcome to The Emo Night Tour. The Emo Night DJ’s will be spinning all the angst your teenage dirtbag heart desires all night long and will make you feel like you’re at Warped Tour ‘08 minus all the dust and melting in the sun! Christopher Titus - Stories I Shouldn’t Tell Saturday, October 12 at 8 PM – 11 PM Tower Theatre 809 E Olive Ave, Fresno. Tickets towertheatrefresno.tix.com Employing what he’s labeled ‘hard funny,’ Christopher Titus, star and creator of the Fox show, “Titus,” has released eight ninety-minute albums in as many years. Known for leaving no stone unturned, especially within his own life and family, Titus takes his audience on a 90-minute ride that will leave them exhausted from laughter. To see one of Christopher Titus’ shows, is to love him. Fall Wine Festival Saturday, October 12 at 2 PM – 5 PM The Big Fresno Fair 1121 S Chance Ave, Fresno. Tickets are $35 for event only. Designate Driver tickets are available for $25. For more information please visit: http://bit.ly/BFFFallWineFestival HUNKS The Show at Switch Lounge & Nightclub uesday, October 15 at 8 PM – 10 PM Switch Lounge And

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October 18-24 Art Judy Niemeyer’s “Rainforest Blossoms” Saturday, October 19 at 10 AM – 4 PM Kiki’s Quilt Shack 5747 N. Palm Ave, Fresno. Tickets kikisquiltshack.com The Rainforest Blossoms is constructed using 2 distinct groups, comprised of (8) Center Diamonds in a Group A, and border blocks that result in a 68″ Square quilt as Group B. The quilt blocks were designed by Brad and Judy Niemeyer. This pattern is Quiltster Compatible! This means you can color the quilt with your favorite Fabric Collection in Quiltster before you make it and obtain yardage! Pattern Size: 68″ x 68″ This is a 4-Day Class: Oct. 19: 10am-4pm Nov. 9: 10am4pm Dec. 13: 10am-4pm Jan. 18: 10am-4pm Event fee $140 Educator: CI Patsy Carpenter Toasting the Arts 2019 Saturday, October 19 at 5:30 PM – 10 PM Fresno City College 1101 E University Ave, Fresno. Our annual fundraiser auction and dinner ‘Toasting the Arts’ is going to be another wonderful opportunity to share an evening in support of FCC Arts; including Fine, Performing, Communications and Creative Writing. Toasting the Arts takes place in the lovely West Courtyard of the historic Old Administration Building at Fresno City College. Tickets are $45 per person, $85 per couple, Table of 10: $425 Purchase your tickets now by calling the Fresno City College Box Office at 559.442.8221 Artisan Fair Saturday, October 19 at 10 AM – 1 PM The Revue 620 E Olive Ave, Fresno. Come support your local makers at this month’s Artisan Fair! VENDORS: If you would like to be a vendor, please e-mail artisanfair@therevuefresno.com for more information!

Theater Pet Sematary (30th Anniversary) at Historic Crest Theatre Fresno. Saturday, October 19 at 8 PM – 9:58 PM Historic Crest Theatre Fresno. 1170 Broadway Plaza, Fresno.

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MORE Community Shred Event 2019 - Secure Your ID Day Saturday, October 19 at 9 AM – 12 PM Save Mart Center 2650 E Shaw Ave, Fresno. We’re happy to announce our annual Shred Event is coming to Fresno! In partnership with Better Business Bureau Serving Central California & Inland Empire Counties, Golden 1 will be hosting a “Secure Your ID Day” Shred Event. Bring up to TEN banker’s boxes of personal documents and we’ll shred them for free. Step Up For Down Syndrome 2019 Saturday, October 19 at 8 AM – 1 PM Down Syndrome Association of Central California 1491 W Shaw Ave, Fresno. Step Up is a Timed 5K run/ walk, 1 Mile Awareness Walk and Festival being held on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at the Clovis Rodeo Grounds. Every dollar raised at this event stays local. Your participation and donation directly supports programs and helps us raise awareness about the unique gifts and contributions people with Down syndrome make to our community. Now is your opportunity to STEP UP and make a difference! www.ds-stride.org

Family Fall Festival 2019 Saturday, October 19 at 10 AM – 4 PM Fresno State Gibson Farm Market 5368 N Chestnut Ave, Fresno. Family fun including food sampling, wine tasting, kids zone, pumpkin patch, tractors, animals, and much more! This event free to the public and family friendly! We can’t wait to see you here! Fulton Street Party 2019 Saturday, October 19 at 12 PM – 11 PM Fulton District 845 Fulton St, Fresno. Fulton St. Party kicks off as we go into the 3rd year since Fulton Street reopened to vehicle traffic. The event celebrates the ongoing revitalization happening in downtown Fresno, highlighting the businesses, organizations and people that make Downtown Fresno so vibrant and unique. We invite you to come experience the positive change happening in our urban core and celebrate in the heart of our city. Fulton Street Party will be a showcase of what Fresno has to offer to our community. Stroll through the event to find the many activities we planned for you. Some of the activities are: Taste of Fresno - Fulton Street pop-up shops - Mariposa outdoor Bar - Downtown Ale trail beer tasting - Wine tasting - Local Live music - Local Craft Marketplace - Fulton Food Truck Fest.

End ‘O Summer Fly In & Car Show Saturday, October 19 at 8 AM – 2 PM Sierra Sky Park Airport E79, 4344 W. Spaatz Ave., Fresno. OPEN TO THE PUBIC - FREE EVENT 8am-2pm (Display vehicles and aircraft may arrive as early as 7am.) It is not necessary to preregister. You may pick up a car show form at the gate. Pilots will register their aircraft at the hangar. Glorious Junk Days Vintage Market Sunday, October 20 at 8 AM – 4 PM Old Town Clovis 456 Clovis Ave, Ste 2, Clovis. Come down to Old Town Clovis for Glorious Junk Days! Enjoy antiques, vintage goods, architectural salvages, handmade treasures, and free DIY demonstrations. Admission and parking are free. 45th Annual Calico Art Festival Sunday, October 20 at 11 AM – 4 PM Kings River Hardwick School 10300 Excelsior Avenue, Hanford. The Kings River-Hardwick School District’s Parent Booster Club presents the 45th Annual Calico Art Festival on October 20th, 2019! Come enjoy the BBQ Food Court, Silent Auction, Sweet Shop, Bingo, Carnival Games, Farmer’s Market, and Craft Booths from various vendors. Comedy Cafe Thursday, October 24 at 7 PM – 9 PM New Covenant Community Church 1744 E Nees Ave, Fresno. Join us for dessert while enjoying the hilarious and expert ventriloqist, David Pendleton! Our event will be held at New Covenant Comunity Church. Come for more laughs, more stories, and more investment in the lives of kids! Tickets are $25 each or $250 for a table. Sponsorships available. Please call 559-2374741 for more information or visit yfcnow.org.

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Music Mudd Fest Fresno with Puddle of Mudd, Saliva, Trapt, Saving Abel & Tantric Friday, October 18 at 4 PM – 10 PM Woodward Park 7775 North Friant Road, Fresno. Havok at Full Circle Brewing Co. Monday, October 21 at 5 PM – 11 PM Full Circle Brewing Co. 620 F St, Fresno. All Ages / $18 Adv / $23 Dos Tickets at: https://bit.ly/2KK279C Marbin at Full Circle Brewing Co Wednesday, October 23 at 7 PM Full Circle Brewing Co. 620 F St, Fresno. Tickets $10 www.eventbrite.com MARBIN is a progressive jazz-rock band based in Chicago, IL, with a unique story that stands out in today’s music world. With a do-it-yourself approach, Marbin started touring extensively in 2011, bringing their original instrumental music to every part of the United States. University Presbyterian Church Thursday, October 24 at 7:30 PM – 9 PM University Presbyterian Church of Fresno 1776 E Roberts Ave, Fresno. Orphic is proud to present “Unheard”; our newest offering focusing on works commissioned by our ensemble. Composers include Alexjandro Vinao, Shaun Tilburg, Kenneth Froelich, Bryce Cannell, and members of Orphic, as well as previously performed commissioned works by Alexis Alrich and Stefan Cwik. Tickets orphic.yapsody.com

21 & Over Jerry Garcia & Jesus Sepulveda Lounge Friday, October 18 at 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM Tower Theatre 809 E Olive Ave, Fresno. Spice 1 & Rappin 4-Tay at Full Circle Brewing Saturday, October 19 at 8 PM – 12 AM Full Circle Brewing Co. 620 F St, Fresno. Doors at 8pm | 21+ | $20 Advance | $25 DOS Superhero Soiree Saturday, October 19 at 7 PM – 10 PM Carnegie Arts Center of Turlock 250 N Broadway. Enjoy food by The Udder Place, Blaker Brewing, E&J Gallo Winery, music by Marson Brothers DJs, amazing raffle prizes, special viewing of the “”My Hero!”” exhibition, and more. Proceeds benefit the “”Express Yourself: Justin Ferrari Youth Arts Fund”” that supports scholarships, field trips and other arts education activities at the Carnegie Arts Center. Bring your sidekick and let’s make it a SUPER night! Ages 21 and over.

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Fresno Coin Show is Scheduled for October 25-26

FRESNO, CA – The Fresno Numismatic Society will hold its 53rd Annual Coin Show on Friday and Saturday October 2526, 2019, at The American Legion Post 509, at 3509 N. First Street in Fresno. Show hours are from 10 am to 7 pm on Friday, and 10am to 4pm on Saturday. There is a $2 admission charge, and children up to age 16 are admitted for free. Explore history through the types and styles of money that cultures have used throughout the years! Bring your coin and currency treasures to get expert evaluations. Bring your kids to participate in the Coin Safari Scavenger Hunt Activity. Expert dealers from throughout California and Nevada will be buying, selling, trading and appraising US and Foreign Coins and Currency, Ancient Coinage, Tokens and Medals. There will be an extensive Educational Exhibit Area as well. Admission includes a Commemorative Wooden Nickel and hourly drawings for prizes. Gold and silver coins will be raffled off at the close of show on Saturday. This is the place to see glittering piles of gold and silver. For more information, please contact Coin Club Vice President James Obler by phone at (559) 696-3012, or by email at fresnoclub@gmail.com. The Fresno Numismatic Society is your local coin club, with monthly meetings on the second Tuesday of each month January through November, from 7-9:00 pm, at the UC Merced Fresno Center, 550 E. Shaw, Fresno (across from Fashion Fair). For more details about FNS please visit our website at fresnocoinclub.com.

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Kiki’s Workshop Monday, October 28 at 10 AM – 3 PM Kiki’s Quilt Shack 5747 N. Palm Ave, Fresno Tickets kikisquiltshack.com Enjoy an uninterrupted day of sewing with Kiki and friends! Reserve your spot to relish in a day of sewing projects you just have not had the time to work on. Bring your machines, friends and snacks, and make this your special day of fun, creativity and relaxation. Class fee $10 Tech Tuesdays at Ideaworks Tuesday, October 29 at 6 PM – 9 PM Ideaworks 1730 H Street, Fresno. deaworks’ weekly technology meetup, Tech Tuesday, is your chance to explore technology, learn new skills, and work on advanced tech projects. Beginners are welcome to use our laptops and micro-controllers to start down the path of creating their own robotics, automation, or “Internet of Things” projects. So bring your project or just your curiosity, there are plenty of projects for you to get involved in.

3rd Annual Harvest Fest Fundraiser Sunday, October 27 at 1 PM – 6 PM Woodward Park 7775 N Friant Rd, Fresno. Avila’s Cancer Fund has been assisting cancer patients in the Central Valley for three years.Join us help support our organization. Chili Cook Off, Food, beer garden, vendor booths, Live Music . Admission is FREE! Park fees may apply. (5) Tasting Tickets (1) Ballot $5.00 Gates Open - 1:00 pm Chili Sampling - 2:00 pm Down 4 U - 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm Winners Announced - 4:00 pm if you can’t attend, and would like to make a donation go to www.avilascancerfund.com

Family International Food Festival Saturday, October 26 at 2 PM Manchester Mall Fresno. Tickets www.citygrubfest.com FREE EVENT! Join us. Invite your friends and family to taste the cities finest International foods from local restaurants and street food vendors! We partnered with Manchester Mall of Fresno to feed the town the best of Fresno in one night! Expect raffles, pop up photo booths, cookout competitions, eating competitions, live entertainment and delicious International food from all over! American, Mediterranean, Southern, South East Asian from Vietnamese to Thai/Lao Food, Mexican, Indian, Italian, Mediterranean, South African, and more! The Official ClovisFest & Hot Air Balloon Fun Fly Event SAT, OCT 26 8:00 AM SUN, OCT 27 8:00 AM This event offers Central Valley locals an opportunity to experience a free, family-friendly outdoor festival that spans up and down Pollasky Avenue in Old Town Clovis

Annual FOOD Bazaar Sunday, October 27 at 11 AM – 3 PM Fresno Buddhist Temple 2690 E. Alluvial Ave., Fresno. Hungry for Japanese bento box or teriyaki beef, sushi, poke, ramen, and other great food?? Come on out to our annual GINZA FOOD BAZAAR to see what he have to offer! Calling All Promotors We can help get you out there. Let us take care of the print and distribution. Need a design? We can do that, too. 559472-7182

Kids Night at the Museum Friday, October 25 at 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM ImagineU Interactive Children’s Museum 210 N Tipton St, Visalia. Drop off your kiddos off at the museum, for a night filled with fun, crafts, games, and IMAGINATION. While they are being well cared for and enjoying their VIP night at the museum, parents can take a little break and enjoy a nice night out on the town having some quality adult time.

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Music Luke Combs: Beer Never Broke My Heart Tour Friday, October 25 at 7 PM Save Mart Center 2650 E Shaw Ave, Fresno. Calling All Promotors We can help get you out there. Let us take care of the print and distribution. Need a design? We can do that, too. 559472-7182 Choir-Organ-Brass Festival Sunday, October 27 at 4 PM – 5:30 PM University Presbyterian Church of Fresno 1776 E Roberts Ave, Fresno. The American Guild of Organists, Fresno Community Chorus, Inc., a full brass band, and our friends and fans invite you to join us for a festival of music on Sunday, October 27th at University Presbyterian Church in Fresno. This event is FREE! Blueface, Coyotes, Flash Gottii Saturday, October 26 at 7 PM Rainbow Ballroom- Empresa Valdivia 1725 Broadway St, Fresno. $ 33.00 $35.00 / Age All Ages

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Bridge 10/28 1-3pm Palm Village Grupo Firme- Friday October 25 FriSenior Network 7638 N Ingram Suite day, October 25 at 9 PM – 1:45 AM Aldos Night Club 617 W Belmont Ave, 111A (559) 916-3078 Fresno. Tickets www.aldosnightclub. Free Food Friday Friday, October com 25 at 10 AM – 12 PM The Big Red Church of Fresno 2131 N Van Ness Cristela Alonzo - My Affordable Blvd, Fresno. The last Friday of every Month is Free Food Friday. We will beFresno State Bulldogs Womens Vol- Care Act Saturday, October 26 at 8 gin the distribution at 10:00 am and leyball vs. University of Nevada Wom- PM – 11 PM Tower Theatre 809 E Olend at Noon, food is given on a firstens Volleyball Thursday, September ive Ave, Fresno. Tickets towertheatrecome, first-served basis. Free Food 26 at 6 PM Save Mart Center 2650 fresno.tix.com Cristela Alonzo made history in 2014 when she became Friday is a project of the Big Red PanE Shaw Ave, Fresno. the first Latina to create, produce try and Ministry of Outreach. Asphalt Wars Series: Race 1 of and star in her own network sitcom, 4 Saturday, October 26 at 7:30 AM “Cristela” for ABC. During that same Calling All Promotors We can Calling All Promotors We can Hobbytown Raceway Fresno. Come year, she split her time between LA help get you out there. 559-472help get you out there. 559-472out and take part in the 1st Asphalt and NYC to serve as one of ABC’s 7182 7182 Wars Series! Much like its Dirt Wars favorite guest hosts on their hit daycounterpart, this will be a multi-track time talk show, “The View”. In 2017 points series. This is a joint effort Cristela made history again when between Nor-Cal, Ripon, Fresno & she became the first Latina lead in Speed World. We will be running the a Disney Pixar film when she voiced 10 classes below and it takes 3 to the part of “Cruz Ramirez” in Cars make a class. There will be 1 throw 3. Her first stand-up special, Lower out for all classes accept Nitro TC. Ri- Classy, is currently streaming on Netpon doesn’t run nitro, so all 3 of the flix. other races will count for the Nitro TC points. The final race will be a double Cara Coronado’s “GAG” Sunday, points finale. Roar membership is October 27 at 9 PM – 2 AM FAB Fresnot required at Ripon or Nor-Cal but no 716 E Olive Ave, Fresno. A monthis required at Fresno. We do have ly show featuring Pizza, Drags, Comroar based rules for this series. We edy & Games! With 90’s dance party featuring Dj Jacob Terry. Showcasing hope to see everyone there. monthly special guest. Friday, October 25 Chookasian Armenian Concert Ensemble’s” Armenian Concert Program (Ar- Calling All Promotors We can Calling All Promotors We can menia’s National Gold Medal Award Recipients & Armenian Grammy Award help get you out there. Let us take help get you out there. 559-472Winners) Friday, October 25 at 7:30 PM Fresno High School “Royce Concert care of the print and distribution. 7182 Hall” 1839 N. Echo Ave. Fresno. Adults: $20.00 – Children: $10.00 INFO: Need a design? We can do that, too. 559-472-7182 John Chookasian: (559) 213-1909 – chook3@qnis.net

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The History of Halloween By: Dave Fountinelle | davebh1975@gmail.com

ull disclosure, Halloween is my absolute favorite holiday. Ever since I was a kid, I have loved everything about it. From the costumes to the decorations, to the scary stories, and especially all the candy! Few things brought more joy to me in my childhood than coming home with a sack of candy so full I could barely carry it. As I got older, and my interest in Halloween shifted from candy and funny-smelling vinyl costumes to the supernatural, I found myself fascinated with the origins of the holiday itself. Learning about the history behind Halloween gave me a whole new level of appreciation for it. I’m no expert by any means, but if you will indulge, I would like to provide you with the 50-cent history of Samhain, the holiday behind Halloween. Samhain is a Celtic spiritual holiday and the most important of the four quarterly “”fire festivals”” that the Celts celebrated, falling between the fall equinox and winter solstice. During this time, the ancient Celts would spend long hours in the fields, harvesting. They would let their hearth fires burn themselves out while they were gone. When the harvest was done, the people would gather together, and druid priests would light a massive fire. They’d recite prayers and blessings, make burnt offerings of cattle to give thanks for their bounty. And everyone would ignite a flame from the fire to bring back to their houses to relight their hearths with. The celebrations were both lively and mandatory. It was believed that failing to participate in the Samhain festivities was an insult to the Gods who had provided such a good harvest. Those who didn’t attend would

be cursed with illness or even death. Not that it took much arm-twisting to convince the ancient Celts to join the revelry. Samhain lasted for days and was filled with feasting, drinking, dancing, and merrymaking of all kinds. It was also a time of great superstition that reflected the dark side of ancient Celtic mysticism as well. The Celts believed that the barrier between the spirit world and the world of the living was at its thinnest during Samhain. And this barrier could, in fact, be easily breached, allowing all sorts of fantastic creatures and spirits to cross over, both malevolent and benign. Many of these spirits and monsters would find their way into the legends, ghost stories, and modern literature of cultures all over the world. The Dullahan, for example, who were often described as headless men on horses, carrying their heads in their arms, would inspire the famous story of Ichabod Crane in Washington Irving’s short story “”The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.”” Their presence was believed to be an omen of death. Even the Halloween tradition of trickor-treating has its roots in another Samhain monster myth. The ancient Celts believed a group of hunters, called the Faery Host, would invade villages, moving from house to house, to kidnap children and steal their souls. Legend has it that, when the Faery Host would knock on someone’s door, the residents would fill their sacks with “”treats”” instead of children, that would either satisfy them or “”trick”” them into thinking they had been given a child instead. The tradition of wearing costumes while trick-or-treating

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comes from Irish and Scottish traditions, where people would put on costumes and go door to door singing songs. Often times, small cakes or candies would be given in appreciation. Through the middle ages and the spread of Christianity throughout Europe, Samhain began evolving from a festival where participants celebrated along with spirits and other creatures, to one meant to protect people from them. Instead of lighting huge, communal bonfires for celebration and sacrifice, smaller ones were lit at each home to ward off spirits and witches. The first jack-o-lanterns, which were carved from turnips and filled with hot coals, were also employed to frighten away evil spirits. They would later be replaced with the pumpkin versions we are familiar with today, and the coals replaced with a candle. When European settlers arrived in the New World, they brought the tradition of Halloween along with them. The Christian influence continued to shift the holiday away from the living and the dead celebrating together to one where fearful penance was given to the spirit world in hopes of driving away their evil influence for another year. If Samhain was a big party to thank the spirits for their blessings and good favor, then Halloween was a ceremony to ward them instead away so that the affairs of the living would not be cursed by their evil influence. This was also a result of the efforts of the church to remove Paganism from traditions wherever it was found. The dancing, drinking, and wanton jubilation of the Celts was deemed

savage, lewd, and immoral by the church. As is the case with all other Christian holidays with Celtic roots, the partying and indulgence were removed and replaced with reverence and moral observance. The infamous Salem Witch Trials almost spelled the end of Halloween in America. The wide-spread religious paranoia of that time created an intense fear of Paganism or anything that wasn’t expressly Christian. However, rather than rejecting these traditions altogether, the early American Puritans simply reinvented them as Christian ones. Expanding on what European churches had done, the Gods and spirits of the Celts were replaced by the Christian God and holy trinity, while the faeries, imps, and other malevolent spirits and tricksters were replaced by Satan and his demonic followers. Thankfully, despite the best efforts of the church, Samhain was not lost to history. To this day, thanks to the many different groups of Pagans, Wiccans, and Celtic re-constructionists, the traditions of Samhain are still celebrated all over the world. Samhain is a fascinating ceremony. It celebrates perhaps two of the greatest mysteries of mankind that yet haven’t been answered to this day – why are some years better than others? And what happens to us after we die? Trying to find the answer to both of these questions is the foundation of basically every religion on Earth. You gotta give the Celts credit though, their solution was to cook a bunch of food, get really drunk, and dance until you passed out. Now THAT is something I can get behind!

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2004 Wildwood 5th wheel 30ft, 3 slide outs, excellent condition.Asking $15,000 OBO (559) 673-7185 or (559) 975-9835

3 SEAT theater chair. OAK CAL king bed Seats are all connect- same price with or ed, folds up pretty flat without the mattress for storage. In very it’s in fair conditions good condition for its the bed itself is well age, very sturdy and worth more but I upsolid. Cash only, you graded cash only u PAINTING Services must pick up in person. pick up $300 obo You with Asante Paint & (559) 341-1038 can contact me at 559Décor. Residential / 320-7949 Commercial Interior ANTIQUE tea cart & Exterior, Repaints / $100 (559) 260-8157 NICE PATIO table Paper Hanging, Comthat seats 6. It is cast mercial Power Wash- DIABLO Western iron with 6 cast iron ing, Hotel / Apt Turn Style Sterling Silver metal chairs. In very Arounds and More. Belt Buckle, has one good condition! Would Call for Free Quote small dent / ding (see be close to $1,000 new. (661) 492-2310 (Fres- pics ). Sterling silver, 175 or best offer. 559no) Lic#1051349 made by Diablo. 3” 250-7886 inches long by 2” wide with a belt thru of just FOUR METAL bararound 1.75”. Come stool in very good ANTIQUES & check it out and other conditions. Text me or COLLECTIBLES jewelry at 3235 E Bel- call at 559.424.35.85 VINTAGE sewing mont Ave Fresno Ca Dimensions. High 30 machine $100 (Han- 93702 at The Fresno inches wide 19 x 19 Hock Shoppe Mon-Fri inches. ford) 261-5494 from 10am to 530pm Buffet/ WINDOWS $15 and Saturdays from ELEGANT Text (559) 940-8666 10am to 2pm or call us Sideboard. 6 doveThe more you get the with any questions at tail drawers. All slide cheeper they are We 559-264-5856. smoothly. 2 doors with inner shelves. Origitook the windows out nal handles. Beautiful of my home House is detailed legs. In great FURNITURE in the Tower District condition. Perfect for any room. 60 in long x KITCHEN DINING TIFFANY style hanging light fixture, has TABLE $250 (559) 37 in tall x 21 in depth Asking 245 If your a tulip design, works 801-8212 interested call or text good, asking $45.00, 559-284-0750 call 559-776-4385

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TWO matching bookcases $150 Pick up only please 559-9074156

ELECTRONICS IPHONE & PC Repairs. We repair broken glass and LCD, battery replacement, tablets, computers and water damage. Visit 49 W. Alluvial Ave (559) 417-5319 or 230 W.Fallbrook Ave #101 (559) 474-1825 HP M3-U001DX i3 6GB RAM 500GB HD $269 It has been cleaned out of all old data. No passwords etc. 6GB of RAM, a 500GB HD, and an i3 processor. It is running Windows 10 as well. Touchsreen with folding screen. I will provide more information on this laptop below for those who are interested. The Fresno Hock Shoppe 559-2645856 ARE YOU SELLING something? List it here Call 559-472-7182 SUPPORT LOCAL

TV SALE! Sale going on right now on all the TV’s we currently have in stock. We have 3 50” TV’s and a 24”. the 24”, and two of 50” TV’s are Vizio and the other 50” is an Insignia. They all have remotes with them and work properly. The Fresno Hock Shoppe questions at 559-2645856

BEATS SOLO wireless Excellent conditions $180 cash you can test them out no problem practically new only used a few times cuz being in schoolI don’t have time so my loss is ur gain they still under 4 year warranty plz only serious comes with everything in picture Beats solo wireless color rose gold 40 DELL LATITUDE hour battery You can E7470 Laptop - $199 contact me at 559-320with charger. It is run- 7949 ning Windows 10, has 8GB of RAM an Intel i5 and a 500GB HD. MUSIC Clean unit has some very light wear and DEAN VCO CBK tear from use nothing Acoustic / Electric V major. It is missing the $259 Includes afterpiece between the G H market soft case not and B keys for scroll- pictured. Acoustic / ing. Come check this Electric. Works great out and other electron- no issues with the elecics at The Fresno Hock tronics. 559-264-5856 Shoppe Mon-Fri from 10am to 530pm and ARE YOU SELLING Saturdays from 10am something? List it here to 2pm or call us with Call 559-472-7182 any questions at 559264-5856 ARE YOU SELLING something? List it here for only $20/ issue. Call 559-472-7182

HARBINGER APS15 Powered Speaker (Single) $109 Pre-owned Harbinger in good shape. Works great no issues. Powered speaker. Shows some normal wear from use. Come check it out and other PA speakers at 3235 E Belmont Ave Fresno CA 93702 at The Fresno Hock Shoppe Mon-Fri from 10am to 530pm and Sat from 10am to 2pm or call us with any questions at 559-264-5856.

YAMAHA MG06X Mixing Console $109 original box and power adapter. In great working and cosmetic shape. I will provide more information on this unit below for those who are interested. And if you are interested come on down to at The Fresno Hock Shoppe Mon-Fri 10am to 5:30pm and Saturdays from 10am to 2pm or call us with any questions at 559264-5856

IBANEZ GIO GSR105EX 5-String Bass In great shape, plays great as well. No issues with this bass. Comes as shown does include a soft case which is not pictured. 5 string. Come check it out and many other musical instruments and equipment The Fresno Hock Shoppe Mon-Fri from 10am to 530pm and Sat from 10am to 2pm or call us with any questions at 559-2645856

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MINI FRIDGE sale $70 The TV Shop Clovis 50 W. Bullard #104, Clovis. Mon-Sat 10-6 Sunday 11-5 559299-6100

KENMORE washer dryer $225 Works great. Delivery available. 559-394-3369 WINDOW AIR Conditioner by Frigidaire $325 (559) 250-3033 NEW BELLA 2 Slice Toaster Extra-Wide Slots $15 559-2462220 R E F R I G E R ATO R by Whirlpool. Apt.size (559) 250-3033

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I SELL dog houses to be ready for winter time. X-small -12x12x16-$10/$30 with paint roof Small18x18x24-$20/$50 with paint roof Medium-24x24x32-$30/$70 have two different size door with paint roof carpet Large36x36x48-$100/$150 with paint and X-large42x42x60-$150/$200 with paint Huge48x48x72-$200/$250 with paint and roof I have 12 different colors. Questions please text 559-475-2803

CRAFTSMAN weed eater it’s 17” and 25cc. We are asking $100. If interested call (559)800-5118 (Kerman)

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NEVER used Wagner paint ready station for sale. I think they cost a little more than 100 brand new. Asking 50. Please text 805 861 0111. ARE YOU SELLING something? List it here Call 559-472-7182

WAGNER Flexio 3000 Paint Sprayer Pre-owned very lightly used. Comes as shown with original packaging. Maintained well. I will provide some more specs on this sprayer below for those who are interested. And if you are interested in this sprayer or other commercial tools and equipment come on down to The Fresno Hock Shoppe Mon-Fri from 10am to 530pm and Saturdays from 10am to 2pm or call us with any questions at 559-264-5856

CHEAP COOPS ..light weight and earth friendly..made from untreat fence pickets use/new ...smaller coop /cages is $30 ..great for small birds/Quils / chickens/chicks .l arge ones are $50 to $60 .size 5x4x5 ..you will need a pick up truck or I can drop them off for $10 gas fee within 20 miles in Fresno call 643-7156

TV’S!! 24” LED TV’s starting at $69!! 32” LED TV’s starting at $85!! 40” LED TV’s starting at $139!! 50” LED TV’s starting at $175!! The TV Shop Clovis 50 W. Bullard #104, Clovis. Mon-Sat 10-6 Sunday 11-5 559- ARE YOU SELLING something? List it here 299-6100 for only $20/ issue. Call 559-472-7182 SUPPORT LOCAL

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JW CLEAN-UP SERVICES. Estate Sale Cleanups. Yard, Trash, Construction cleanup, rubbish, trees & demo, rentals, lots, apartments & foreclosures. We do it all Just Call! (559)307-4304 ask for James LAWN SERVICE. Cleanups, Fertilizer, New Saw, Lawn Spraying, Sprinkler Repair & Lawn Reseeding. 559-696-5149 or 559-275-7630

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ARE YOU SELLING something? List it here for only $20/ issue. PAINTING Services Call 559-472-7182 with Asante Paint & Décor. Residential / Commercial Interior & ATVS Exterior, Repaints / Paper Hanging, Commer- 2002 Banshee $3300 cial Power Washing All stock. fresh top end and More. Call (661) less than 1 hour on it. 492-2310 (Fresno) New tires. Paddles on Lic#1051349 rims along with dirt tires. Not abused super clean. (559) 375-2838 CLEANING 2008 Polaris Ranger MODERN MAIDS 700 XP 4X4 Seats 6 Residential and Com- Low miles Second mercial Cleaning. owner, always adult Serving Clovis and owned Well mainSurrounding Areas. tained Great for trail $50 off first service. rides and around the Call today (559) 495- yard Includes rear stor8299 age rack $6000 (559) 287-0719

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97 AIRBUS Motorhome 32 foot $12,000 OBO (559) 291-9864 or (559) 298-4725

FOOD Concession Trailer 16 Foot Equip2005 YAMAHA ment Included $18,00 Midnight Star 1700 OBO (559) 291-9864 cc excellent Bike no or (559) 298-4725 problems runs perfect 14000 miles clean title TRAVEL Trailer 2008 Text 559.260.5449 26ft long $11800 (559) 412-0629 2007 ZX-10R $5300 (559) 473-9302 2004 WILDWOOD 5th wheel 30ft, 3 slide outs, excellent condition. Asking $10,000 BOATS OBO (559) 673-7185 HUNTER 170 Sail- or (559) 975-9835 boat $4995 (559) 299- 3422 CARS MARLIN Bayliner Ski Boat $8500 (Sel- 1969 PONTIAC ma) 708-6996 Grand Prix $8000 (559) 978-2710 ARE YOU SELLING something? List it here 2014 KIA Optima $8800 (559) 999-2480 Call 559-472-7182

2004 WILDWOOD 5th wheel 30ft, 3 slide outs, excellent condition. Was asking $15,000 Now $10,000 OBO (559) 673-7185 or (559) 9759835 1997 CADILLAC Deville excellent condition low miles clean leather interior no tears good paint no scratches $4000 obo cash call or text 559-519-0365

TRUCKS 1996 SILVERADO z71 4wd $6300 (Kerman) (559) 728-6262 1989 JEEP Wrangler lifted, gears, lockers,winch,fuel injection! $7000 (Visalia) (559) 300-7700 SUPPORT LOCAL

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CLEANING

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MEDICAL

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OPEN 10 AM - 7 PM Monday - Satruday

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We accept gently used clothing, household items, furniture, and more! Sales from your donations help fund numerous programs with Hinds Hospice - Thank you for your support!

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WE LOAN MONEY

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