Fresno/ Fun & Entertainment
Published on October 14, 2019
5 events worth checking out in Fresno this weekPhoto: Kelsey Knight/Unsplash

From a community discussion to a family night, there's plenty to enjoy in Fresno this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.

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South Fresno Community Discussion

From the event description:

Please join Internews and the Fresno State Institute for Public Trust for dinner and a discussion about community information needs in South Fresno and surrounding rural areas. We will share back the themes and requests we heard from residents. We will also discuss next steps: How might residents’ feedback be useful to ongoing community media and information work in Fresno and surrounding areas? 

When: Wednesday, Oct. 16, 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: Arte Américas, 1630 Van Ness Ave.
Admission: Free
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Port & Chocolate Tasting

From the event description:

Enjoy an evening of delicious port paired with samples of chocolate, fruit, cheese, nuts and Texas de Brazil churrasco appetizers.

When: Wednesday, Oct. 16, 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: Texas de Brazil, 7634 N. Blackstone Ave.
Admission: $50
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Fresno County Animal Control Program Meeting

From the event description:

The Fresno County Department of Public Health is holding a meeting for all animal control program personnel The new rabies report processing system will be demonstrated, Naomi Tobias (Chief Executive Officer of the Central California Animal Disaster Team) will present valuable information about disaster preparedness for animal control agencies and local issues will be addressed by Fresno Humane Animal Services. We are requesting that all agencies register and send a representative to this meeting.

When: Thursday, Oct. 17, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Where: West Fresno Regional Center, 142 E. California Ave. (Room 207D)
Admission: Free
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Ovation Brands® Makes Wishes Come True at Family Night

From the event description:

Join Old Country Buffet or a new Family Night filled with wonder and magic. Wishes Family Night will explore various types of wishes from holiday wishes to everyday wishes and how to help others make their wishes come true.

When: Thursday, Oct. 17, 5-8 p.m.
Where: Fresno, Old Country Buffet
Admission: Free
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