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munroreview.com
Weekend pick: Visalia’s Arts Consortium Hosts ‘Taste The Arts’ festival
Visalia’s biggest day in art returns for its 16th year, with more than 70 visual artists exhibiting their artwork. On Saturday, Oct 17, Visalia’s Arts Consortium will be hosting its annual “Taste The Arts” festival downtown from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will highlight artists who specialize in painting, sculpture, steel work, photography, dance and jewelry.
fscollegian.com
Selma’s “Spelling Bee” gets an A+ for laughs
Selma Arts Center’s production of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” brought laughs and touching moments to the stage. Directed by Claudio Laso, with music and lyrics by William Finn, this musical follows six middle school students, played by adult actors, vying for the title of spelling bee champion.
californiaagnet.com
The Whole Vine Festival Returns to Fresno
The Fourth Annual Whole Vine Festival returns Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Fresno State campus. Admission, parking and the Kids Zone are free. The San Joaquin Valley grows table grapes, raisin grapes and wine grapes side by side. Nearly every raisin in America is grown within about 60 miles of Fresno, and 99% of the country’s commercially grown table grapes come from California. The Whole Vine Festival brings that story to the public with a full, free day of tastings, live music, local makers and a Kids Zone built around agriculture.
Madera Tribune
Madera’s 20th century makers and shakers
As 1900 dawned in Madera its residents were ready for the 20th century, due in part to the coterie of indomitable pioneers that had gathered to lay the foundations for our hometown. Every fledgling community has its makers and shakers — those who stand out from the crowd — and...
KMPH.com
Fresno Chaffee Zoo welcomes baby Sumatran orangutan
FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — A new baby Sumatran orangutan has arrived at Fresno Chaffee Zoo, giving visitors a chance to help name one of the zoo’s newest residents. The zoo announced that Negara, a Sumatran orangutan, gave birth to a female baby on Oct. 5, 2026. Negara and...
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Madera Tribune
Celebrate flavor, family and community at the Madera Pomegranate, Fruit & Nut Festival
Get ready for a day bursting with flavor, entertainment and family fun at the annual Madera Pomegranate, Fruit & Nut Festival, happening November 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Madera District Fairgrounds. This popular event brings together delicious food, live entertainment, shopping and activities for all ages....
Visalia Times-Delta | Tulare Advance Register
Visalia Taste the Arts to showcase local visual and performing artists
Taste the Arts, the annual cultural festival presented by the Arts Consortium, will return to downtown Visalia from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17. The free event, which will be held along Garden Street, from Main Street to School Avenue, will present the work of more than 100 local visual, performing and literary artists. “The intent of this art festival is to be able to discover the creative talent that's right here in the Central Valley, here in Tulare County,” said Merrie Miller-Gass, an author and illustrator who was recently named as the interim executive director of the Arts Consortium. “It gives people a way to discover that talent, support it, and experience the arts as a part of everyday community life here. This year, attendees can expect a variety of art forms, according to Miller-Gass said. “Visitors will be able to meet the artists and be able to watch demonstrations," Miller-Gass said. "People will also be able to try hands-on creative activities, in addition to viewing the finished work by all of these artists.” The event will feature performances at the Garden Street Plaza throughout the day. “This year, we have several performances from some local
bvmsports.com
‘Dogs finish day one Stockton
STOCKTON, Calif. - The Fresno State men's golf team finished the first day of the Visit Stockton Pacific Invitational tied for fifth place after posting an even-par 288 at the Reserve at Spanos Park on Monday. Nash Arthurs led the Bulldogs in the opening round, shooting 1-under with five birdies as the sophomore sits tied for 12th place. Julian Rombouts and Zack Tarter finished the first round tied for 23rd, as both golfers carded a score of even-par while recording three and five birdies respectively. Chris Bettencourt wrapped up his day at 1-over, and Von Wasson is right behind at...
Hanford Sentinel
UCP+ Hanford hosts annual Trunk or Treat
The annual UCP+ Hanford Trunk or Treat event was held at COS Hanford campus on Saturday morning. Huge crowds of families, many dressed with themes, such as dinosaurs and Star Wars, were greeted by scores of vendors of local agencies loaded with candy and information about all sorts of family matters.