HAPPENING TODAY
LifeStream blood drive
WHEN 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE Imperial County, 940 W. Main St., El Centro INFO Donors receive a free movie ticket, free cholesterol screening and Gift of Life Donor Loyalty points that may be redeemed in the online donor store at www.LStream. org. Donors who give the code MHDE at registration are eligible to win a sweepstakes drawing for a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Healthy individuals at least 15 years of age may donate blood. Fifteen- and 16-year-olds must provide LifeStream with written parental consent. Parent consent forms are available at any donor center, at community blood drives or at www.LStream.org
Let’s Talk
WHEN 6 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave. in Calexico
INFO Practice speaking in English with other people in a safe, informal atmosphere. No registration is required. The class is free and open to 18 years old and older. For more information, call the library at (760) 768-2170 or visit our website at http://calexicolibrary.org
Artist at the library
WHEN 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO There will be a guest artist each week. Open to K-grade 6. For more information, call the library at (760) 768-2170, or visit our website at http://calexicolibrary.org
Youth dodgeball
WHEN 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
WHERE Ninth Grade Academy, Tessada Gym, 824 Blair Ave., Calexico
INFO Fee is $1 per person. Open to 7 to 12 years old. Instructor is Jamie Ann Chew and staff. For more information, call Recreation Department at (760) 768-2176.
Bingo at American Legion/Auxiliary Bradley Keffer Post 138
WHEN 6 p.m.
WHERE American Legion and Auxiliary Bradley Keffer Post 138, corner of Sixth and Cedar Ave., Holtville
INFO Doors open at 5 p.m., and bingo starts at 6 p.m. The public is welcome to attend. Please support our veterans and active-duty service members.
Preschool fitness
WHEN 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave. in Calexico
INFO Preschool fitness is an activity for children 3 to 5 and their parents/caregivers to learn to enjoy music and movement. For more information, contact the library at (760) 768-2170 or visit our website at http://calexicolibrary.org
112th annual dinner meeting & silent auction
WHEN 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
WHERE Old Eucalyptus Schoolhouse, 796 W. Evan Hewes Hwy, El Centro
INFO Tickets are $65 per person. Evening includes dinner, silent auction, special awards and recognition and the presentation of the William G. Duflock “Business Excellence” Award, Citizen of the Year and Ambassador of the Year awards. This event is the official ceremony of the “Presidential Passing of the Gavel.” Join us as we celebrate the success of the 2017-18 year under the leadership of President Jeff Sturdevant and welcome incoming President Terri Rogers. For more information, contact Anthony Moreno, director of members and programs, at (760) 352-3681 or Anthony@elcentrochamber.com
Calexico Lions Club meeting
WHEN 6:30 p.m.
WHERE Holiday Inn express, 2501 Scaroni Road (next to Applebee’s Restaurant), Calexico
INFO For more information, contact Terri Gonzalez, club president, at (760) 234-3111 or email at IVlions@aol.com
SAD No More
WHEN 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
WHERE I.V. LGBT Resource Center, 1073 Ross Ave., Ste. D, El Centro
INFO This is a peer-to-peer support group for youth 12 to 19 years of age who are dealing with stress, sadness, anxiety, depression or other emotional issues. For more information, call (760) 592-4066.
Tahitian dance
WHEN 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. (5 to 12 years old) and from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. (13 years old and older)
WHERE El Centro Community Center/Adult Center, 375 S. First St.
INFO Donation is $20, and instructor is Bertha White, (619) 623-2472. For more information, call (760) 4986692 or visit our website at www.ivartistcollective.org
American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Providers certification
WHEN 6 p.m.
WHERE Villa Lara Apartments (Community Center), 2371 Myrtle Road (behind Rogers & Rogers Nissan/Toyota dealers), Imperial
INFO Cost is $50. The course is intended for certified or non-certified, licensed or non-licensed healthcare 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
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
WHEN 6:30 p.m.
WHERE Burn Center on J St., Imperial
INFO For more information, call (760) 344-2524.
Crochet club
WHEN 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
WHERE Seniors Center, 707 Dool Ave., Calexico
INFO If you enjoy crocheting or you would like to learn, then this is a club for you. Experts and beginners welcome. Free to persons 55 yearsold and older (Calexico residents only). If you are 54 years old and younger, cost is $5 per class. For more information, call (760) 768-2176.