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The 72nd Annual Nation's Christmas Tree City Toyland Parade
2019-12-07 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
The city of Sanger will present the 72nd Annual Toyland Parade, Saturday, December 7th at 11am. You can cheer on your favorite Float! Have pictures taken with Santa after the parade until 3pm in Santa’s Workshop. Ride a Train and experience the Magic! Santa will also be in his workshop on December 9 and 11 from 6pm to 7:30pm!
The parade begins at Academy and 10th Street to 7th Street, ending at P Street and 9th Street.
Questions? Contact the Chamber office (559) 875-4575

Kids Christmas Carnival
2019-12-07 10:00 - 13:00 | CA
The Gateway Church in Visalia invites you to their annual free Kids Christmas Carnival, Saturday, December 7 from 10am – 1pm. There will be FREE Photos with Santa, a live nativity, bounce houses, hot chocolate bar, cookie decorating, and more incredible Christmas fun! All activities are FREE!

43rd Annual Messiah Sing Along
2019-12-01 15:00 - 18:00 | First Presbyterian Church, 1540 M Street, Fresno, CA, United States
The 43rd annual Messiah Sing-Along will be held on Sunday, December 1, at 3pm, at First Presbyterian Church of Fresno, at M and Calaveras Streets.
This traditional event is expected to attract up to 700 singers are listeners! Dr. Julie Carter, Director of Music at First Presbyterian Church, will direct her 23rd Sing-Along. The orchestra is organized by Gaylene Jo and Dr. Walter Saul will accompany the organ.
Music will be for sale at the door for $10. There is no admission charge; those attending are encouraged to help feed the needy this Christmas season by bringing a non-perishable food item (canned soup, dry pasta, or pasta sauce). Following the performance, the church will serve a free soup and bread supper; donations to help defray expenses will be welcomed.
For more information, please contact First Presbyterian Church at (559) 485-6460

Open Gate Ministries Seventh Annual Decorated Christmas Tree, Live Auction, Boutique, and Silent Auction
2019-11-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Dinuba First Baptist Church, 600 East Nebraska Ave., Dinuba, CA, 93618
It will be held Saturday, November 30, from 2-4pm
at Dinuba First Baptist Church (600 East Nebraska Ave.)
Admission is free and there will be refreshments!
The boutique, silent auction, and refreshments will be from 2-3pm and the live auction begins at 3pm.
Decorated trees, boutique, and silent auction items have been donated by various clubs, individuals, churches, and service organizations of Dinuba.
Proceeds to benefit Open Gate Ministries, a non-profit, non-denominational center which has provided emergency food, shelter and clothing, job-training, financial aid, spiritual encouragement, and counseling to the needy of Fresno and Tulare Counties since 1974.
For more information, call
Cheryl Jackson – (559) 591-1241
Diana Domingo – (559) 643-6008

Grandparenting Matters Conference
2019-11-09 08:30 - 12:00 | GateWay Church, 1100 S. Sowell St, Visalia, CA, 93277, United States
Being a grandparent isn’t just another phase of your life; it is a sacred calling. Learn how to influence another generation during a morning of worship, special speakers, workshops, encouragement and resources. Guest speaker, John Coulombe, retired intergenerational pastor from EV Free, Fullerton, will share his passion as a grandparent. Come join us! Tickets available online at www.gatewayvisalia.com/events or at the Gateway Church office, 1100 S. Sowell St., Visalia.

Tauren Wells The Hills And Valleys Tour
2019-11-05 19:00 - 22:00 | New Covenant Community Church, 1744 E Nees Ave., Fresno, CA, 93720
Four-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated Tauren Wells debuted his solo music in 2017 with the dance-able pop hit, “Love Is Action”, which held the No. 1 spot at CHR radio for eight weeks and the hard-hitting “Undefeated” featuring rapper KB.
Those hits were then followed by the now GRAMMY-nominated “Hills and Valleys”, the piano and cello-driven thought-provoking track that quickly climbed the radio and sales charts and jumped to the Top 10 at the Christian Airplay radio chart for multiple weeks. The following single, “When We Pray” also hit the Top 10 at Christian Radio. Tauren Wells is the former frontman of GRAMMY® Award-nominated band Royal Tailor, father, songwriter, worship academy founder, multi-instrumentalist, and performer, and his deep desire to draw people closer to their identity in the Lord is apparent in all he pursues. Tauren Wells recently finished a tour with Lionel Richie and Mariah Carey and Chris Tomlin’s Worship Night in America tour, and is currently touring with some of largest bands in Christian music. Despite all of the accolades, Tauren Wells isn’t making music to gain notoriety – “I feel called to call greatness out of people,” Wells shares. His focus of speaking the love of God to others through his many talents is apparent on his most recent release, Hills and Valleys, which came out June 23, 2017 and was nominated for a GRAMMY Award for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album. He also currently leads worship regularly at Elevation Church and Lakewood Church.
When: November 5
Doors open at 6pm
Concert starts at 7pm
Where: New Covenant Community Church
1744 E Nees Ave.
Fresno, CA 93720

Big Daddy Weave The Alive Tour
2019-11-02 19:00 - 22:00 | LJ Williams Theater, 1001 W. Main St, Visalia, CA, 93291, United States
Truly compelling music makes the personal universal. Few artists have done that more consistently or more movingly than Big Daddy Weave. Through more than a decade of hits like “In Christ,” “Audience of One,” “You’re Worthy Of My Praise,” “Every Time I Breathe,” What Life Would Be Like,” and “You Found Me,” they have shared the journey in a way that has won the ongoing respect of fans, press and industry alike. Their musical journey began with a Dove Awards nomination as New Artist of the Year in 2002 and includes a 2010 Dove Award for the album Christ Has Come. They have been honored at ASCAP’s Christian Music Awards, were chosen for the WOW Hits compilations in five of the last six years and are one of the 10 most played artists at Christian radio over the past decade.
Come experience Big Daddy Weave live in concert!
Where: LJ Williams Theatre
1001 W. Main St.
Visalia , CA
When: Saturday, November 2
7PM

Hands in the Community 10th Annual Dinner & Silent Auction
2019-11-02 18:00 - 20:30 | Visalia Convention Center, 303 E Acequia Ave, Visalia, CA, United States
Our 10th Annual Dinner & Gala

Proverbs 11:25

A Generous Person will Prosper;
Whoever Refreshes Others will be Refreshed.

Come Be Our Guest!

Join us for an evening full of FUN!
For starters, we will have delicious food and fine wines for you to enjoy. Followed by a Silent and Live auction for your chance to win some incredible items (Trips, Vacation Packages, Gourmet Foods and Wines, and much more!).
As always, Thank you for all your support and donations.
**60% of the tables have already been SOLD!**

2019 Donor & Sponsorship Form
2019 Dinner Sponsorship Form (pdf)
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BBQ Tri Tip Fundraiser
2019-11-02 12:00 - 18:00 | CA
A Tri Tip barbecue fundraiser will be held on Saturday, November 2nd, from noon to 6 PM at Faith Community Church, 314 W. Manning Avenue, Reedley, CA 93654. The proceeds of this event will help support Operation Christmas Child and The Greatest Journey. The cost of a whole Tri Tip and rolls is $30.00. For more information or to pre-order, call (559) 638-2730.

Building A Legacy
2019-11-02 08:00 - 12:45 | Peoples Church, 7172 North Cedar Avenue, Fresno, CA, 93720, United States
Prayer. Changes. Everything.
Some days… it’s a desperate plea for help.
“I went through a divorce 4 years ago and have been living in hell every day since. On the way to the conference I cried out to God for help. After listening to the first keynote message, I knew what I have to do. I cannot tell you how this moment changed my life.”
Others… it’s a quiet whispered conversation.
“God has touched my heart to be more of a servant to the people in my life: my family, my kids, grandkids, and my girlfriend…. To be more of a man of God, and to be more of a servant for Him. ”
But occasionally… it’s a group of men, raising voices together, to declare God’s sovereignty and pray for Him to move mightily.
November 2, is that type of day.
A day when men from across the country will gather to hear about leaving a Godly legacy, and fervently pray for God to move.
Plan to join us live in Fresno, CA or via nationwide simulcast as we hear from …
Dr. Tony Evans – Founder and Senior Pastor, Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas
Sammy Rodriquez – President of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference
Ken Harrison – Chairman of Promise Keepers
Jeremy Camp – Grammy nominated artist, writer, evangelist
With topics on…
Dr. Tony Evans – God’s Man Builds a Legacy of Prayer and Repentance.
Sammy Rodriquez – God’s Man Builds a Legacy of Kingdom Impact
Ken Harrison – Activating the Call on All Men’s Lives
Jeremy Camp – Inspiring songs and story

Worship…
Matt Perkins – Christian Recording Artist, Worship Pastor
A Missions and Ministry Focus…
Haiti Gospel Outreach – Providing orphan care, education, church development, public health services and helping create long-term sustainability
Tickets to this exciting event are available online at mightymenmovement.org
Until Friday, October 11, get $5 off each individual ticket.
Use code LEGACY at checkout to claim your discount.

Be part of this life-changing event, and experience the power of men gathered as one voice for prayer.
Visit mightymenmovement.org

All About the Gospel Annual Appreciation Banquet
2019-11-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Gateway Church, 1100 S. Sowell, Visalia, CA, 93277, United States
All About the Gospel
Living Water World Missions will host its Annual Appreciation Banquet on November 1st at Gateway Church, 1100 S. Sowell in Visalia starting at 6pm.
This special evening will include tri-tip dinner and dessert, live auction, and a Guatemalan marketplace for purchasing handicrafts. We will also have a video update on our work in Guatemala empowering our partners to produce clean water for their communities in the name of Jesus Christ the Living Water.
Tickets are $40 and can be purchased online at livingwaterworldmissions.org/banquet. You may also make a donation or purchase a table of 8 for $280 on our banquet website.

Grace Community Annual Harvest Festival
2019-10-31 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
Our annual Harvest Festival will run from 6-8 pm on Thursday, October 31st. It will feature a photo booth, face painting, carnival games with prizes and candy. We will also have a Bounce House and Cake Walk, all at no charge. The Snack Shack will have hot dogs, popcorn, nachos, water & sodas at minimal cost.
Costumes are encouraged, but no scary ones, please. The church is located at 424 N. Lovers Lane in Visalia (1/2 mile north of Hwy. 1978). For more information call 733-3966.

Parkside Chapel - Children's Fall Festival
2019-10-31 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
Join us at Parkside Chapel’s CHILDREN’S FALL FESTIVAL on OCT. 31, from 6-8 PM.
This event is specially designed for children preschool to 6th grade, and we invite you to come out and enjoy a great night of hotdogs, face painting, bounce house, popcorn, cotton candy, petting zoo, balloon twisting, bowling, ring toss, bean bag toss, fishing . . . and more! This event is FREE, and we hope you will join us!

Parkside Chapel
3200 E. Walnut Ave.
Visalia, CA 93292
www.parksidevisalia.org

Oriental Take-Out Dinner to Support Mission Projects
2019-10-26 14:00 - 17:00 | Palm United Methodist Church of Dinuba, 438 West Tulare Street, Dinuba, CA, 93618, United States
Palm United Methodist Church of Dinuba will hold its annual Oriental Take-Out Dinner
on Saturday, October 26, from 2-5pm.
The church is located at
438 West Tulare Street, corner of “P” Street, in Dinuba.
The menu will include: Grilled Teriyaki Chicken, Cabbage & Ramen Salad, Chow Mein, Steamed Rice or Sushi Rice, and Cookies.
Tickets cost $12, and may be purchased from church members or at the door.
Boutique items will also be available for purchase.
Proceeds will go to support various mission projects.
For tickets and information, you can call:
Church – (559) 591-0746
Susan Yoshimura – (559) 679-8074
Marian Clifton – (559) 834- 5135

Natalie Grant And Danny Gokey Celebrate Christmas Tour
2019-10-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Visalia First, 3737 South Akers Street, Visalia, CA, 93277, United States
Compassion LIVE is announcing the “Celebrate Christmas Tour” with Natalie Grant and Danny Gokey. The award-winning vocalists will unite for the fourth year, but will mark the 2019 holiday season with the tour’s first ever West Coast trek. The dozen dates will stretch from California, Arizona, New Mexico, Oregon and more.
“I’m so excited to once again head out on our annual Christmas tour,” explains Grant. “This really is my favorite tour of the year, and I’m so excited for audiences on the west coast to experience the special evening Danny and I have put together!”
“Christmas is my favorite holiday because of the message of the music,” shares Gokey. “Love came down to us, to reach us where we are. It’s where true love began! The fact that we get to bring that message to life through this tour is why it’s one of my favorite tours that I do! Musically, I love the way Natalie & bring our styles together in an interactive set and I’m excited to share it with audiences on the West Coast this year.”
When: December 8
Doors open at 5pm
Concert starts at 6pm
Where: Visalia First
3737 S Akers St.
Visalia, CA 93277

Thy Kingdom Come
2019-10-19 19:00 - 2019-10-26 19:00 | CA
Join our guest Evangelist Speaker Kory Douglas visiting us from the East coast. October 19th-26th 2019 he will be speaking every night at 7pm Guest are welcome to our Sabbath Services Saturday’s 11am. Location 1035 E. Hanford Armona Rd. Lemoore, Ca 93245 contact Pastor Jose Alarcon phone 978-914-1434 @pralarcon777@yahoo.com

Women's Safety and Defense Event
2019-10-18 18:00 - 19:30 | CA
December 6, 2019 at Cameron Creek Church, Fellowship Hall @ 6 pm
NO CHARGE TO ATTEND THE EVENT, There will be a Spanish Speaker. We welcome all our Spanish Sisters.
Event presenter is Sylvia Tafoya of Damsel in Defense.

Event For The Golden Years
2019-10-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Central California Conference, 2820 Willow Ave., Clovis, CA, 93612

Calling Men to Duty 2019
2019-10-11 19:00 - 2019-10-13 21:00 | LIVING CHRIST CHURCH, 2516 north m street, Tulare, CA, 93274, United States
Living Christ Church is having our annual Men’s conference October 11, 2019 – October 13, 2019. Friday, October 11 service begins at 7:00 p.m. Saturday, October 12, there are two services, the first starts at 11:00 a.m., and the second service starts at 6:00 p.m. Please note Saturday morning service is for men only. Sunday, October 13 service starts at 11:00 a.m.
We will also be hosting a luncheon after Saturday morning’s service and would like to personally invite your men’s department. Please RSVP by October 4th, 2019 with the total number of men attending to
Minister Duane Goree Jr at 559.679.1265
We hope you will join us in this mighty move of God!

Newsboys with Adam Agee
2019-10-09 19:00 - 21:30 | The Big Fresno Fair, 1121 S Chance Ave., Fresno, CA, 93702
DATE: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9
TIME: 7:00 P.M.
TICKET PRICES: $22 | $28 | $38

BUY TICKETS

Award-winning, Christian Rock group, Newsboys is set to perform at the 2019 Big Fresno Fair on Wednesday, October 9, as part of the Table Mountain Casino Concert Series presented by Toyota! Ticket prices are: $22, $28 and $38.

Tickets are on sale to the general public online, at the Fairgrounds Box Office or by phone at (559) 650-FAIR.

Location(s):
Paul Paul Theater

Depression and Anxiety Recovery Program Lecture
2019-10-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Clovis Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 2370 Helm Ave, Clovis, CA, 93612
Dr. Neal Nedley will be giving a talk about Depression and Anxiety Recovery Program
at the Clovis SDA Church on Monday, October 7th, at 6pm.
It will be a free intro session with a chance for registration.
For more information contact Jeanne Wheaton
Phone: (559) 972-5400
Email: healingleaves@yahoo.com

Free medical Clinic
2019-10-06 08:00 - 15:00 | Clovis Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 2370 Helm Ave, Clovis, CA, 93612
Clovis Seventh-Day Adventist church is hosting a FREE medical and dental clinic on October 6th from 8-3 P.m. No proof of insurance or citizenship required. Please arrive early for registration. Life Hope Centers are a Non-Profit organization.

Bible Rescue
2019-10-01 10:00 - 2019-10-31 17:00 | CA
For more information contact: Nick Klapp, Bible Rescue, RescueBibles@gmail.com
559-920-7344
BIBLE RESCUE
Drop off locations 8/13/2019
Bakersfield:
• Fresno Pacific University Bakersfield
1518 Mill Rock Way, Ste. 101, Bakersfield, CA 93311
661-617-4500, Misty.garcia@fresno.edu
• Olive Knolls Christian School
6201 Fruitvale Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93308
Rusty Rhodes – rrhodes@okcs.us, 661-393-3566
• Summit Bible College
2525 M St., Bakersfield, CA 93301
Rosa Maya – Student Advisor, rmaya@summitbiblecollege.com
661-328-1181 ext. 1027
Delano:
• Unique Smog & Auto Repair
1818 Girard St., Suite A, Delano, CA 93215
Larry Smith, Owner, unique.smogandauto@gmail.com
661-778-0895
• Sequoia Christian Academy – PENDING
2029 Patton St., Delano, CA 93215
Erika Smith 661-721-2721, mailto:eka.smh84@ gmail.com
Dinuba:
• Living Word Fellowship
105 Westgate Way, Dinuba, CA 93618
Mark Wallace, Senior Pastor, pastor@lwfdinuba.com , 559-591-8109
Jason Protzman, Associate Pastor, Jason@lwfdinuba.com
Fresno:
• Fresno Christian Schools
7280 N. Cedar Ave., Fresno, CA 93720
Amy Deffenbacher – amydeffenbacher@fresnochristian.com
559-299-1695
• Fresno Pacific University
1717 Chestnut Avenue, Fresno, CA 93702
Becky Bradley; Rebecca.bradley@fresno.edu
Director of Public Relations & Community Engagement
Phone: 559.453.2021 | Mobile: 559.999.5933
• Fresno Pacific University – North Campus
5 River Park Place West, Suite 303
Fresno, CA 93720 Phone: 1-559-573-7800
Cameron.grant@fresno.edu
Office hours: Mon – Thur: 8:00am – 6:00pm, Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Lemoore:
• Kings Christian School
900 D Street, Lemoore, CA 93245
Lydia Sills, Business Manager, businessmanager@kingschristian.org
559-924-8301
Madera:
• Harvest Community Church
2001 National Ave., Madera, CA 93637
Yvette Madrid, Office Manager, office@hccmadera.net
Hours: M-F 8:30 – 4:00
• Grace Community Church
17755 Road 26, Madera, CA 93638, James Kendall, 559-674-1172
jamestkendall@hotmail.com
Merced:
• Fresno Pacific University Merced
105 W. El Portal Drive, Merced, CA 95348
Jessica Gutierrez, Jessica.gutierrez@fresno.edu
• Stone Ridge Christian Schools
2738 Dan Ward Road, Merced, CA 95348, Kay McKee,
209-386-0322, kmckee@srcs.us
Porterville:
• Porterville Believers Church
222 N. Second St., Porterville, CA 93257
Sonjia Braun – Senior Pastor, bcporterville.com
• Stafford’s Famous Chocolates
114 N. Main St.
Porterville, CA 93257
Rob Taylor, 784-6640
Reedley:
• Immanuel Schools
1128 South Reed Ave., Reedley, CA 93654
Phil Goertzen, Principal, Ericka Solorio esolorio@immanuelschools.com 559-638-2529 ext. 7103
Tulare:
• Tulare First Baptist Church
469 N. Cherry St., Tulare, CA 93274
Pastor Nick, 559-901-0820
• Wayside Church of the Nazarene
1929 E Bardsley Ave., Tulare, CA 93274
Robin Denney – office@waysidenaz.com 559-686-7880
Visalia:
• Central Valley Christian School
5600 W. Tulare Ave., Visalia, CA 93277
Krista Wright, Principal, kwright@cvc.org
559-734-9481 ext. 137
• Fresno Pacific University
245 N. Plaza Drive, Visalia, CA 93291
Raquel Garcia, Raquel.garcia@fresno.edu
Participating Churches – no drop-off
Lindsay:
• Lindsay Christian Church – Not a drop-off, in-house only
120 E Frazier St, Lindsay, CA 93247 Paul Leavens (559) 562-3743
cell 559-920-3340
Porterville:
• Porterville Church of God, Not a drop-off, in-house only
940 W Jubilee Ln, Porterville, CA 93257
Joseph Lindvall, jjlindvall@gmail.com

The Ark Benefit Concert
2019-09-28 18:30 - 20:00 | CA
It is a great pleasure for The Ark Community Church to invite you to a Benefit Concert on September 28, 2019 at 6:30pm, 1023 N. Chinowth Visalia, CA 93291. We believe that God is calling us to have a home of our own that can be a Center of Influence, a lighthouse for the gospel. This will be a wholistic ministry center that connects the church to the needs of the community. We are grateful to feature Band of Brethren, a musical group well known to many in Central California because of their participation at the Men’s Retreat and Soquel Camp Meeting.

‘Look, He is Coming with the Clouds’ Prophecy Conference
2019-09-20 16:45 - 2019-09-22 16:45 | Crosspointe Church, 2518 S. McCall Avenue, Sanger, CA, 93657, United States
To help unlock unfolding biblical prophecies, the ‘Look, He is Coming with the Clouds’ Prophecy Conference September 20-22 at Crosspointe Church in Sanger, California presents three speakers – internationally-recognized prophecy expert and Fox News and History Channel commentator Paul McGuire; SkyWatch TV Host and bestselling author of Last Clash of the Titans and Bad Moon Rising Derek Gilbert; and former Charisma magazine executive editor, bestselling co-author with McGuire of The Babylon Code and Trumpocalypse, and Prophecy Investigators Founder and Editor-in-Chief Troy Anderson.
At this exciting, cutting-edge event, McGuire, Gilbert and Anderson will not only unpack in mind-blowing detail the convergence in end-times prophecies now underway, but inspire you and your family to get ready and discover your destiny in the run-up to the greatest event and supernatural move of the Spirit in history.

Central California Women's Conference
2019-09-17 07:15 - 17:30 | Fresno Convention and Entertainment Center, 848 M Street, Fresno, CA, 93721
Central California Women’s Conference Community Celebration and Grant Reception, the CCWC Board announced that world-renowned television producer, model, and author; Tyra Banks; will keynote this year’s event.

Tickets go on sale Monday, June 3, for the 32nd Annual Central California Women’s Conference. This day of inspiration, empowerment and growth is the largest women’s event in the region and will be held from 7:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019 at the Fresno Convention & Entertainment Center.

Tyra Banks is an icon for empowering women of all ages and is now the CEO of her own self-titled entertainment company. Tyra believes that “perfect is boring and human is beautiful,” and has been ranked by Time Magazine as one of the world’s most influential people.

Banks began her diverse career as a supermodel at 15 after she was rejected from six American agencies where she was told that African-Americans aren’t on magazine covers. So she moved to Paris to begin her storied modeling career and the rest is history. She has accomplished many firsts in the industry — one of the original Victoria’s Secret Angels, the first woman to appear on the cover of GQ Magazine, and the first African-American woman to be on the cover of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue.

Banks is the creator and executive producer of the hit show America’s Next Top Model, which is the longest-running fashion-based, reality competition TV show to date, at 24 straight seasons. It is viewed in 150 countries and ANTM has 25 international versions that span from Asia’s Next Top Model to Europe’s Next Top Model. She is responsible for several iconic moments of empowerment and entertainment on her former talk show, The Tyra Banks Show, for which she won two Emmys. Banks is also the former host of America’s Got Talent.

When she is not on camera, Banks still keeps beauty and entertainment at the forefront of her actions. The Tyra Banks Company works to invest in start-up companies that are either led by females or are female-focused. Within her entrepreneurship developments is also TYRA Beauty, a one-of-a-kind cosmetic line which was developed shortly after she graduated from the Owner/President Management program at Harvard Business School.

Banks also holds a passion for her non-profit organization called the TZONE Foundation, which empowers young women to help them realize their ambitions and approach life’s challenges with fierce determination. The Foundation focuses on five core pillars: entrepreneurship, financial literacy, elocution and self-presentation, health and wellness, and self-esteem, beauty and body image.

Most recently, Banks has taken on the role of visiting college professor for the 2017 and 2018 Spring semesters at Stanford Business School, speaking on the subject of personal branding. She has also released a book she co-wrote with her mom titled Perfect is Boring, encouraging women to have real conversations about beauty, booty and being a boss. She has shared her inspirational story of pregnancy blues to encourage others along their journey and is now the proud mother of a son.

“On behalf of our board, we are delighted Tyra agreed to keynote CCWC 2019,” says CCWC board president, Nene Casares. “She is a role model for us all. I’ve heard her speak before and I can’t wait for our attendees to hear her hilarious, moving and poignant message. Tyra Banks is so much more than just her iconic beauty!”

The theme of this year’s CCWC is Breaking Boundaries. Attendees will celebrate their accomplishments and be inspired to push further in life to reach goals they thought unattainable within their careers, relationships, and, most importantly, their own personal growth.

In keeping with the Breaking Boundaries theme, the morning Warm-Up Session kicks off the conference by honoring 20 under-served young women who will receive the Wells Fargo/CCWC College and Career Preparation Scholarships. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of need, promise and the students’ commitment to create positive change. Also in attendance at the conference will be the five AT&T/CCWC/Central California Education Opportunity Center (CCEOC) Re-Entry Scholars.

Attendees will then hear motivational speaker Jen Bricker. Bricker is also a professional gymnast who toured as an aerialist with Britney Spears and is a State Champion power tumbler, despite the fact that she was born without legs. At birth, she was left at the hospital by her biological parents but was adopted by a loving family which taught her to “never say the word, can’t.” Bricker’s New York Times best-selling book entitled Everything is Possible tells her extraordinary life story.

Attendees choose three breakout sessions to attend throughout the day from 21 options. Topics include career development, health and fitness, money and finance, relationships, courage, service and activism, and strength and change. “This year’s lineup is so diverse and rich in valuable information,” said Casares. “Our board and team couldn’t be more excited about the day we have planned for our attendees. This unforgettable conference will be a day of information, networking, fun, great food, and ‘retail therapy’ for the hard-working women of this Valley.”

Attendees also have the opportunity to visit the conference Marketplace and Community Corner where more than 175 businesses and nonprofits share information about their products and services. Visitors will be treated to samples, gourmet tastings, information, and shopping. “There’s really no other event like this in the Valley,” said long-time conference-goer June Boyce. “I love it – I come at 7:15 a.m. and leave at 5:30 p.m. and I really feel pampered all day long – this is an event you’d expect in New York or LA, but it’s right here in Fresno!”

This fulfilling day will come to a close with the Cool-Down Session where women enter to win prizes, relax and have a laugh with this year’s speaker Debi Gutierrez. Gutierrez is your everyday mom, wife, and friend, but with an explosive sense of humor. She is a one-of-a-kind comedian, who loves to take her audience on a high-energy, heart-warming roller coaster, talking about her life experiences, both good and bad. There’s no question why her nationwide television audience loves her so much. She lives for her family, her friends, and making people laugh.
Ticket Information
Like last year, this year’s event is expected to be an exceptionally early sellout. Tickets go on sale on Monday, June 3, and are $125 each. Ticket price will increase to $140 on August 16. Admission includes continental breakfast, all seminars, the celebrity keynote speaker luncheon and the afternoon reception. Tickets are limited to the first 3,500 attendees. Early registration is encouraged. Visit www.CCWC-Fresno.org for tickets and additional information.

The conference is made possible through the support of national and Central Valley businesses. The presenting sponsor is Community Medical Centers. Founding sponsors are The Fresno Bee and ABC 30. Saint Agnes Medical Center is the Keynote Speaker Sponsor. Major sponsors include Wells Fargo; Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino; Valley Children’s Healthcare: Bank of America; AT&T; Kaiser Permanente, Fresno; Fresno Smile Makeovers; Fresno State; Nor Cal Acura Dealers; Chevron; Macy’s; Fresno/Clovis Convention & Visitor’s Bureau; UCSF Fresno; The Wonderful Company; The Brownie Baker, Inc.; Cumulus Broadcasting; FTB Print & Mail; Univision Radio; Deli Delicious; Pepsi; and many more.

Sponsorships and exhibit booths are still available. For sponsorship information contact Jan Edwards jan@ccwc-fresno.org; for exhibit booth information contact Mary Stabelfeld at mary@ccwc-fresno.org .

More information about the conference and speakers is available at www.CCWC-Fresno.org.

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The CENTRAL CALIFORNIA WOMEN’S CONFERENCE was founded in 1988 by the late State Senator Ken L. Maddy of Fresno, Calif. The conference is a 501(c) (3) non-profit, non-political organization, and the event is designed to educate, motivate and inspire women to be the best they can be in their professional and personal lives. (Tax I.D. #77-0178140).

Iron Men Retreat
2019-09-15 | Sugar Pine Christian Camp, 48478 Mill Canyon Rd., Oakhurst, CA, 93644

Gilly Girls Concert at Tulare Wayside Church of the Nazarene, 1929 E. Bardsley.
2019-09-08 09:30 - 11:30 | Tulare Wayside Church of the Nazarene, 1929 E. Bardsley, Tulare , CA, 93274, United States
The GillyGirls are an old-time, Americana, bluegrass, Southern Gospel band of four sisters made up of two sets of twins 15, and 12 years of age. Instruments include mandolin, bass, fiddle, guitar, and banjo.They have been singing and playing statewide since 2015. Venues include the World Ag Expo, KMPH Fox 26 Morning Show, various churches, schools, live radio, private events and fairs, including the Tulare County Fair Christian Concert in 2017.
They won 1st place at the 2018 California State Old Time Fiddler’s Contest for their performance in the “Anything Goes” category.
They will play and lead worship in the Sunday 9:30 AM service. This will be an unique experience in a time of worship at 1929 E Bardsley in Tulare.

Enhancing Brain Performance and Emotional Intelligence
2019-09-06 19:00 - 2019-09-07 20:00 | Visalia Convention Center, 303 E Acequia Ave, Visalia, CA, United States
Come enjoy interesting talks by Dr. Neil Nedley at the Visalia Convention Center in the Charter Oak Ballroom.

Fresno Westside Church 30th Anniversary Celebration!
2019-08-30 19:00 - 2019-08-31 19:00 | Fresno Westside Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 2750 Martin Luther King Blvd, Fresno, CA, 93706, United States
*Fresno Westside SDA Church*
Anniversary Time!!!!
*Celebrating 30 Years in the present Location *
*Dates*: 30-31 August 2019
*Guest Speakers*:
*Friday night August 30* @7pm
Dr David Taylor
Loma Linda University Ca.
*Sabbath morning Divine Service August 31*
Pastor Ezra Mendinghall
1st SDA Church. N.C.
*Musical Concert* @5:30 pm on Sabbath Afternoon
31 st August,2019
*Venue*: 2750 Martin Luter King Blvd, Fresno Ca 93706.
Contact Mrs Esther Opoku-Boateng for more information : (559) 824-4471
Or call the church : (559) 233-3648
