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July July 30

Chess players wanted

WHEN 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., July 30 WHERE Church of the Nazarene, Fellow Hall, 500 S. Eighth St., El Centro

INFO For more information, contact Gene Arnaiz at (760) 886-8513 or Pastor Pat at (760) 562-6869.

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Carter Road closed WHEN All day, from July 31 to Aug. 1 WHERE From Forrester Road to Loveland Road

INFO Reason for closure is due to road rehabilitation — skin patch. Use alternate route. For emergency, contact Department of Public Works County of Imperial (442) 265-1818.

American Heart Association BLS (CPR) for healthcare providers WHEN 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., July 31

WHERE Medic First, 656 W. Main St., Suite 101, El Centro

INFO Cost is $45. The BLS healthcare provider course is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare 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 healthcare professionals. AHA BLS handbook is $20. Digital handbook is $15. Advance registration is required. For more information, call (760) 455-3832, or visit our website at www.medicfirstaidcpr.com. Look for us on Facebook at https://facebook.com/ MedicFirst

Brawley Public Library indoor book sale

WHEN 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Tuesday to Thursday) and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Friday), July 31 to Aug. 3

WHERE Brawley Public Library, 400 Main St., Brawley

INFO We are going to have a great selection of books. For more information, call the library at (760) 344-1891.

Aug. 1

Infant, child, adult CPR, AED and first aid certification

WHEN 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Aug. 1

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, PE 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 https://www.facebook.com/MedicFirst

Breastfeeding community resource fair WHEN 10 a.m. to noon, Aug. 1

WHERE El Centro Regional Medical Center (north lobby), El Centro

INFO Discover local breastfeeding support and family health resources. This event is open to the public. For more information, call (760) 370-8526, or email us at lizeth.ramirez@ecrmc.org

Baby time

WHEN 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Aug. 1 WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico

INFO Bring your babies up to 2 years of age for a time to play and socialize with other kids and have quality time with you. For more information, contact the library at (760) 768-2170, or visit our website at http://calexicolibrary.org

Entertainment at the library WHEN 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Aug. 1 (Wednesdays)

WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico

INFO This program is free and open to all ages. For more information, call the library at (760) 768-2170, or visit our website at http://calexicolibrary.org

Aug. 2

First Aid 4 Kids 2018 summer camp WHEN 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Aug. 2 to Aug. 4 WHERE Medic First, Peggy’s Place, 561 W. Main St., El Centro

INFO Cost is $15 per child. Open to ages 7 to 12 (space is limited to 60 participants). Children will received First Aid Camp 4 Kids shirt, snacks, sports water bottle and certificate of participation. During the three-day course, children will be able to gain knowledge and practice skills in the following topics: 1. Obstruction of the airway and drowning, 2. treating burns, 3. control bleeding, 4. seizures and 5. CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation).

Bingo

WHEN 6 p.m., Aug. 2

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.

Aug. 3

Headquarters Barbershop grand opening WHEN 9 a.m., Aug. 3

WHERE Headquarters Barbershop, 3451 S. Dogwood Road, Ste. 1028 (across from J.C. Penney) in El Centro

INFO Come tour the shop, meet the barbers, learn about new products and services. The first 25 guests will receive one free hair product.

Paint night

WHEN 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Aug. 3 WHERE Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center, 421 Heffernan Ave., Calexico INFO Cost is $25 per person (all materials included). Open to adults only. Pre-registration is required. Instructor is Eduardo Kintero. Class will consist of creating a piece of art by following step-bystep instructions. Acrylic paints, brushes and canvas will be provided. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, call (760) 768-2170.

Aug. 4

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar with Legendary World Champion Rigan Machado

WHEN Kids, from noon to 1 p.m., and adults, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

WHERE 225 W. A St., Brawley

INFO Kids ($30 team members and $45 non-members) and adults ($50 team members and $80 non-members. Space is limited. RSVP by payment only. Presented by Carlson Gracie Brawley.

Aug. 5

Eagles breakfast

WHEN 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Aug. 5 (every first Sunday of the month) WHERE Fraternal Order of Eagles, 661 State St., El Centro

INFO Cost not to exceed $7 and includes eggs, potatoes, homemade biscuits and gravy, juice, coffee, and your choice of bacon, sausage or ham. The public is welcome. The breakfast is served the first Sunday of every month. All proceeds go toward the Women’s Auxiliary supported charities: City of Hope, cancer, diabetes, children’s fund, Alzheimer’s and heart.

Aug. 6

Day Camp, eighth session WHEN 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Aug. 6 to Aug. 9 WHERE Calexico Community Center, 707 Dool Ave.

INFO Fee is $20 per week. Instructor is Jamie Ann Chew and staff. For more information, call (760) 768-2176.

Zumba fitness for all

WHEN 6 p.m. to 6:50 p.m., Aug. 6 to Aug. (Mondays to Thursdays)

WHERE Community Center, 707 Dool Ave., Calexico

INFO Fee is free. Open to 7 years old and older (youth must be accompanied by an adult). Instructors are Ericka and Alejandra. For more information, contact City of Calexico Recreation Department at (760) 768-2176.

Polynesian dance

WHEN 7 p.m. to 7:40 p.m. (4 to 11 years old) and from 7:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (12 to 16), Aug. 6 and Aug. 8 (Mondays and Wednesdays)

WHERE Senior Hall, 707 Dool Ave., Calexico

INFO Cost is $35 per month. Instructor is Laura A. Andrade. For more information, call Recreation Department at (760) 7682176.

Aug. 7

Grief support group

WHEN 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Aug. 7 (every first Tuesday of the month)

WHERE First United Methodist Church, 312 S. Eighth St. (Eighth Street and Olive Avenue), El Centro.

INFO Presented by Aria Hospice. Everyone is welcome, and there is no charge. For more information, call Aria Hospice at (760) 412-5574. Teens only at the Club WHEN 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Aug. 7 to Aug. 9 WHERE Boys & Girls Club of Imperial Valley, 165 S. Plaza, Brawley

INFO No cost for ages 13 to 18. Come hang out in our teens-only lounge area. Play video games, air hockey, ping-pong, basketball, board and card games, and enjoy our open gym. Snack bar available. For more information call (760) 3443354.

Aug. 9

Calexico Lions Club meeting WHEN 6:30 p.m., Aug. 9 and Aug. 23 (second and fourth Thursday of each month) WHERE Holiday Inn Express, 2501 Scaroni Road (next to Applebee’s Restaurant), Calexico

INFO For more information, contact Club President Terri Gonzalez at (760) 2343111 or email at IVlions@aol.com

Aug. 10

Karaoke-Bohemia Night

WHEN 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Aug. 10 WHERE Community Center, 707 Dool Ave., Calexico

INFO Admission is free. Come and join us for an evening to relax, sing and dance. For more information, call (760) 7682176.

Aug. 11

Kids Night Out

WHEN 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Aug. 11 WHERE Calexico Community Center, 707 Dool Ave.

INFO Fee is $5 per child. Enjoy a night out, and let us take care of your kids, knowing they will be in a safe and fun environment. We have activities to keep them entertained for four hours. Activities include board games, indoor games, crafts and a movie to end the night. All movies are rated G or PG, and a snack will be provided. Please let staff know if your child has food allergies. For more information, call (760) 768-2176.

Aug. 22

Hunter safety course

WHEN 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Aug. 22 WHERE Decker/Kelly Community Learning Center, 206 D. St., Brawley

INFO Register for this course online at www.wildlife.ca.gov. Must obtain a California Get Outdoors ID (GO ID) before you register. Instructions are on the website. Bring the student consent form along with $5 for materials to the first class. Attendance at all five classes is mandatory. For more information, call (760) 344-8300.

Aug. 25

Pool splash party WHEN 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Aug. 25 WHERE Lions Center Pool, 225 A St., Brawley

INFO Free public event. Please join us there will be also free hot dogs, shaved ice and games. For more information, contact Det. Daniel Schleyer at (760) 3442111, or email at dschleyer@brawley-ca.gov