NOVEMBER 15 CALENDAR
Board games
WHEN 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.
WHERE El Centro Public Library, 1140 N. Imperial Ave. INFO Call (760) 337-4565 for more information.
Shake, Rattle and Read
WHEN 2 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 0 months to 18 months. Part of the Imperial County Raise a Reader Program. In order to participate, call the Imperial County Free Library at (442) 265-7100 or visit https://library.imperialcounty.org/programs
Tales for Tots
WHEN 2:45 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 18 months to 36 months. Part of the Imperial County Raise a Reader Program. In order to participate, call the Imperial County Free Library at (442) 265-7100 or visit https://library.imperialcounty.org/programs
Free Snack to Go
WHEN 3 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 1-18
Domestic violence class for women (English)
WHEN 3 p.m.
WHERE Imperial Valley LGBT Resource Center, 1073 Ross Ave., Suite E, El Centro
INFO For persons convicted of certain domestic violence offenses who must complete this program as part of their probation terms. For more information, contact (760) 5924066 or info@ivlbtcenter.com
Preschool Power
WHEN 4 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 3 to 5. Part of the Imperial County Raise a Reader Program. In order to participate, call the Imperial County Free Library at (442) 265-7100 or visit https:// library.imperialcounty.org/programs
Domestic violence class for women (Spanish)
WHEN 5 p.m.
WHERE Imperial Valley LGBT Resource Center, 1073 Ross Ave., Suite E, El Centro
INFO For more information, contact (760) 592-4066 or info@ivlbtcenter.com
Learn self-defense
WHEN 5:30 p.m.
WHERE Imperial Valley LGBT Resource Center, 1073 Ross Ave., Suite E, El Centro
INFO Learn Brazilian jiu-jitsu techniques. Wear comfortable clothing and wrestling shoes (barefoot is optional). Also bring water and a towel. Space is limited.
Weight loss program
WHEN 6 p.m.
WHERE Imperial Valley LGBT Resource Center, 1073 Ross Ave., Suite E, El Centro
INFO For ages 21-64. Learn about diet, exercise, nutrition, supplements and smoothies. Call (760) 592-4066 or email info@ivlgbtcenter.com for more information.
NOVEMBER 16
Storytime
WHEN 10 a.m.
WHERE El Centro Public Library, 1140 N. Imperial Ave. INFO Call (760) 337-4565 for more information.
Crafty Tuesdays
WHEN 1 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 6-12
Crafty Tuesday
WHEN 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.
WHERE El Centro Public Library, 1140 N. Imperial Ave. INFO Call (760) 337-4565 for more information.
In-person homework help
WHEN 3 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO For elementary grades. Call (760) 768-2170 or email library@calexico.ca.gov for more information.
Library Learners Book Club
WHEN 5 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 18 and older
ESL class
WHEN 5:30 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 18 and older
Let’s R.E.A.D. Book Club
WHEN 5:30 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 18 and older
NOVEMBER 17
Veteran’s Resource Fair
WHEN noon to 4 p.m.
WHERE American Legion , 569 Broadway, El Centro
INFO Blood pressure, glucose, and vision screening, health information and food stamps applications, behavioral health and home health information, raffles and refreshments. For questions please contact Terri Gonzalez at (442) 265-7447 or email at terrigonazlez@co.imperial.ca.us
Storytime
WHEN noon
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 3-5
Movies at the Library
WHEN 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
WHERE El Centro Public Library, 1140 N. Imperial Ave. INFO Call (760) 337-4565 for more information.
Shake, Rattle and Read
WHEN 2 p.m.
WHERE El Centro Public Library, 1140 N. Imperial Ave. INFO Ages 0 months to 18 months. Part of the Imperial County Raise a Reader Program. In order to participate, call the Imperial County Free Library at (442) 265-7100 or visit https://library.imperialcounty.org/programs
Tales for Tots
WHEN 2:45 p.m.
WHERE El Centro Public Library, 1140 N. Imperial Ave. INFO Ages 18 months to 36 months. Part of the Imperial County Raise a Reader Program. In order to participate, call the Imperial County Free Library at (442) 265-7100 or visit https://library.imperialcounty.org/programs
Domestic violence class for men (Spanish)
WHEN 3 p.m.
WHERE Imperial Valley LGBT Resource Center, 1073 Ross Ave., Suite E, El Centro
INFO For more information, contact (760) 592-4066 or info@ivlbtcenter.com
Teen Times
WHEN 3:30 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 13-17
Talk Time
WHEN 3:30-4:30 p.m.
WHERE Brawley Public Library, north wing, 400 Main St., #1 INFO Want to practice your English language skills? Free English conversation sessions available for ages 16 and older who are out of high school. Must know beginner-level English. For more information, contact (760) 344-1891.
Preschool Power
WHEN 4 p.m.
WHERE El Centro Public Library, 1140 N. Imperial Ave. INFO Ages 3 to 5. Part of the Imperial County Raise a Reader Program. In order to participate, call the Imperial County Free Library at (442) 265-7100 or visit https:// library.imperialcounty.org/programs
ESL class
WHEN 5:30 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 18 and older
NOVEMBER 18
Bingo
WHEN 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
WHERE El Centro Public Library, 1140 N. Imperial Ave. INFO Call (760) 337-4565 for more information.
In-person homework help
WHEN 3 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
Let’s Talk Virtually
WHEN 5 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library via Zoom
INFO Ages 18 and older. Call (760) 768-2170 or email library@calexico.ca.gov for more information.
Youth group
WHEN 5 p.m.
WHERE Imperial Valley LGBT Resource Center, 1073 Ross Ave., Suite E, El Centro
INFO Ages 12-17
ESL class
WHEN 5:30 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 18 and older
Veterans Advisory Council meeting
WHEN 6 p.m.
WHERE 940 W. Main St., Suite 211, El Centro
INFO The primary purpose of the Veterans Advisory Council is to advise the Imperial County Board of Supervisors regarding issues relevant to Imperial County veterans and their dependents. Contact Federico Garcia at (442) 2653200 or federicogarcia@co.imperial.ca.us for more information.
NOVEMBER 19
Domestic violence class for men (English)
WHEN 3 p.m.
WHERE Imperial Valley LGBT Resource Center, 1073 Ross Ave., Suite E, El Centro
INFO For more information, contact (760) 592-4066 or info@ivlbtcenter.com
NOVEMBER 20
16th annual Honey Festival
WHEN 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE 300 S. Center St., Westmorland
INFO Be a part of an exciting day filled with contests, entertainment, awards, educational displays and lots of family fun. Our theme this year is BEE the Best YOU! - Bee Healthy. Bee Kind. Bee Positive. Youth boxing event, yoga in the park, gift basket raffle, Busy Bee of the Year Award, parade & dance performances, car club exhibition, and more!
Ocotillo Rocks!
WHEN 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
WHERE Imperial Valley Desert Museum, 11 Frontage Road,
Ocotillo
INFO Free community event. Rock cutting, panning for gold, geology walks and “rock” band contest. Contact (760) 3587016 or info@ivdesertmuseum.org for more information.
Johnson Chapel AME annual Community Fun Day
WHEN 1-4 p.m.
WHERE 264 E. Hamilton Ave., El Centro
INFO Free event, hosted by the Women Missionary Society. Games, cornhole, jumpers, facepaint, barbecue, hotdogs, burgers, live music, guest speakers and more.
NOVEMBER 21
Kiwanis Early Risers Turkey Shoot
WHEN 9 a.m.
WHERE Imperial Valley Rifle and Pistol Association shooting range, 2500 W. Wheeler Road, Imperial
INFO Games, food and refreshments. Win Thanksgiving turkeys. Raffle for prizes and gift cards. Call Stacy Bodus, (760) 996-3732; Gary Andrews (760) 540-0731 or Ana Jorgenson, (760) 427-2323, for more information.
NOVEMBER 22 Board games
WHEN 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.
WHERE El Centro Public Library, 1140 N. Imperial Ave. INFO Call (760) 337-4565 for more information.
Free Snack to Go
WHEN 3 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 1-18
NOVEMBER 25
Community Thanksgiving luncheon
WHEN 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
WHERE Eagle’s Lodge, 661 W. State St., El Centro
INFO Feeding LGBTQ+, homeless and low-income families. Volunteers needed. For more information, call (760) 5924066 or email info@ivlgbtcenter.com
NOVEMBER 27
Traditional Craft Days: Games
WHEN 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
WHERE Imperial Valley Desert Museum, 11 Frontage Road, Ocotillo
INFO Free community event. For more information, call the museum at (760) 358-7016 or email info@ivdesertmuseum. org.
NOVEMBER 28
IVDM Lowlanders hike
WHEN Leaves from Imperial Valley Desert Museum parking lot at 8 a.m.
WHERE Canyon Sin Nombre
INFO Descend into and experience the best-kept secrets of Anza Borrego in the canyon without a name! Contact Imperial Valley Desert Museum at (760) 358-7016 or info@ ivdesertmuseum.org for more information.
DECEMBER 1
Parent Project SOS (Strategies of Success)
WHEN 5:30-7:30 p.m.
WHERE Parent and Community Engagement Center 1420 Commercial Ave., El Centro
INFO Parenting is challenging. Help your child make better choices. Improve school performance. Stop unwanted behavior. Answers for parents to build healthy relationships. Register at https://bit.ly/3kaxzOY
DECEMBER 2
Burning Bush International benefit concert
WHEN Doors open at 6 p.m.; event begins at 6:30 p.m. WHERE Christ Community Church, 590 S. Orange Ave., El Centro
INFO Christian/Gospel artist DeWayne Crocker Jr. will be performing to benefit BBI’s clean water projects in Uganda. You’ve seen him on American Idol; now see him in El Centro. All ticket sales will help bring clean water to thirsty villages. Imperial Valley donors have funded 31 deep-water wells. Join us in funding well No. 32. Tickets are available at www. eventbrite.com, or call (760) 604-6310. Ticket may also be purchased at the door. Discounts are available for purchases of 20 tickets or more.
DECEMBER 9
32 annual Fall Desert Crops Workshop
WHEN 8 a.m.-noon
WHERE Hybrid event: online and in person at UC Cooperative Extension Imperial County, 1050 E. Holton Road, Holtville
INFO For more information, call (442) 265-7700.
DECEMBER 11
Stargazing! Geminids meteor shower
WHEN 6-9 p.m.
WHERE Imperial Valley Desert Museum, 11 Frontage Road, Ocotillo
INFO Hosted by Michael Rood. Telescopes … talks … games … prizes. Bring you own binoculars and chairs. Call (760) 358-7016 for more information.
DECEMBER 12
IVDM Lowlanders hike
WHEN Leaves from Imperial Valley Desert Museum parking lot at 8 a.m.
WHERE Davies Valley: high cliffs
INFO Return to Davies Valley and explore the towering vistas of its carved washes with high cliffs. This intermediate hike involves minor elevation gains and covers soft, sandy ground.