CALENDAR
Annual Christmas Family Night
WHEN 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO On-site registration from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Open to children ages 0 to 12 years old, who will enjoy stories, games, arts & crafts, raffles, a snack and a free book. Take a picture with Santa. For more information, contact the library at 760-768-2170.
Star Route 4-H Club Christmas Potluck
WHEN 6 p.m. Tuesday
WHERE Farm Credit Services, 485 Business Parkway, Ste. C, Imperial.
INFO There will have a brief meeting prior to dinner and Christmas activities. 2017-2018 Enrollment for the Star Route 4-H Club is currently closed. For more information contact Ms. Grayce Lopez at 760-457-8066.
IVKWVA chapter 102 meeting/membership information
WHEN 11:30 a.m. Wednesday
WHERE El Centro Adult Center, 375 S. First St., El Centro
INFO Imperial Valley Korean War Veterans Association discussion will include: update and changes on benefits, other Veterans-pertinent information and veterans’ events. For more information, call N.O. Benavidez at 760-352-3929.
Family Engagement Series #3 — Drug & Alcohol Prevention/ Intervention
WHEN 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday WHERE Calipatria Unified School District, board room, 501 W. Main St. INFO Drug and alcohol prevention/ intervention presented by the Imperial County Behavioral Health drug and alcohol services. The Family Engagement Series is based on the top five areas of need identified on the parent survey conducted in the spring of 2017. There will be nutritional snacks and door prizes. For more information, call Maria Nava-Froelich at 760-348-2101.
IV Community Foundation presents Mariachi Sol de Mexico de Jose Hernandez: Merry-Achi Christmas Concert
WHEN Doors open at 5:30 p.m., concert starts at 7 p.m. Wednesday
WHERE Jimmie Cannon Theater for the Performing Arts, Southwest High School, 2001 Ocotillo Drive, El Centro INFO Admission is $35 and $25. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Concert starts at 7 p.m. To purchase tickets, call 760-3360055 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday.
ICARE to meet
WHEN Noon Thursday
WHERE Eagles Hall, 661 W. State St., El Centro
INFO The meeting will include a potluck lunch. All retirees and guests are encouraged to attend for fun, food and drawings. For more information, contact Donna Yarnell at 760-352-7466.
American Heart Assoc. BLS Healthcare Providers certification
WHEN 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday WHERE Villa Lara Apartments (community center), 2371 Myrtle Road (behind Rogers & Rogers Nissan/Toyota dealers), Imperial
INFO Cost is $50. The BLS Healthcare Provider course is designed to provide a wide variety of health care professionals the ability to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. The course is intended for certified or non-certified, licensed or non-licensed health care professionals. 2015G AHA BLS handbook is $17. Advance registration is required. For more information, call 760-455-3832 or visit our website at www.medicfirstaidcpr.com. Look for us on Facebook https://facebook.com/ MedicFirst
Chamber Singers Christmas Concert
WHEN 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday
WHERE Grace Lutheran Church, 768 W. Holt Ave., El Centro
INFO The Chamber Singers will be joined with children from the Junior Master Chorale. Cost is $10. All are welcome. For more information, call 760-3521000 or email framnmike@sbcglobal.net
Karaoke — Bohemia Night
WHEN 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday WHERE Community Center, 707 Dool Ave., Calexico
INFO Admission is free and for adults only. Come and join us for an evening to relax, sing and dance. For more information, call 760-768-2176.
Pentagonal Presents: Epic 18
WHEN 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday
WHERE Pentagonal Brewing Company, 115 N. Imperial Ave., Imperial
INFO Come join Klandestino, Radio Guerrilla, Social Criminals and Epic 18. For more information, contact Thomas Ochoa at 18band@gmail.com or call 323-243-3219.
Abate Local 38 I.V. Los Niños Toy Run
WHEN Sign-in is 8:30 a.m. and auction starts at 10 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Lucky’s Supermarket parking lot, South Fourth Street, El Centro
INFO All bikes, cars and trucks are welcome (last bike in 1:30 p.m.). Donation is $15 per person plus a new toy. Lunch is included. For more information, contact Robert “Bob” Brown at 442-265-1179. All proceeds to benefit the kids.
Third annual Santa Paws is Coming to Town
WHEN 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday WHERE Fitness Oasis, 504 W. Aten Road, Imperial
INFO Pictures with Santa will cost $20. We are also going to have: pet adoption party, bake sale, gingerbread house competition, silent auction, ugly sweater contest, holiday crafts and a tamale plate for $8. Come join us, bring your pet and take a picture with Santa.
Infant, Child, Adult CPR, AED and First Aid certification
WHEN 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Villa Lara Apartments (community center), 2371 Myrtle Road (behind Rogers & Rogers Nissan/Toyota dealers), Imperial INFO Cost is $65 per person. This class is in English and Spanish. Ideal training for school teachers, P.E. teachers, child care providers, school bus drivers, coaches, personal trainers, security guards and others who want to learn life-saving skills. This comprehensive program helps meet diverse job requirements for Pediatric-Adult Health and OSHA Safety Training. EMSA-approved training program space is limited. Early registration is recommended. For more information, call 760-455-3882 or visit us at our website, www.medicfirstaidcpr.com, or Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MedicFirst
Christmas Vespers at Sts. Peter and Paul Episcopal Church
WHEN 4 p.m. Sunday
WHERE Sts. Peter and Paul Episcopal Church, Fifth Street and Orange Avenue, El Centro
INFO This concert is free. The parking lot is located at Fifth Street and Holt Avenue. It is an evening of Christmas music presented by St. Paul’s Guild. The music will be provided by two artists from Mexicali: Eleazar Castro (tenor voice) and Gustavo Nava (accomplished organist). Please join us and enjoy an afternoon concert. A reception will follow the concert.
Blood Drive at PMH
WHEN Noon to 6 p.m. Dec. 18 and Dec. 19
WHERE Pioneers Memorial Hospital (Women’s Center parking lot), 207 W. Legion Road, Brawley
INFO Donors are advised to drink plenty of fluids prior to donation. Maintain usual eating habits on the day of donation, avoiding fatty foods if possible. All donors must show picture identification. Earn points every time you donate. Points can be redeemed for Amazon gift cards, movie tickets and much more. For more information, visit SanDiegoBloodBank.org or call 800-469-7322.
Rockin’ the Holidays
WHEN 7 p.m. Dec. 18
WHERE Women’s Improvement Club, 320 Heber Ave., Calexico
INFO Tickets are $25 per person and includes: heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine.