NOVEMBER 22 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.
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) 592-4066 or info@ivlbtcenter.com
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 23 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.
NOVEMBER 24
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.
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.
Domestic violence class for men (Spanish)
WHEN 4 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 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) 592-4066 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) 3587016 or info@ivdesertmuseum.org for more information.
NOVEMBER 29 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
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) 592-4066 or info@ivlbtcenter.com
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 30 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.
ESL Class
WHEN 5:30 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO Ages 18 and older
DECEMBER 1
Alzheimer’s caregivers support group
WHEN 10 a.m.
WHERE Dr. Sampat’s office, 1655 S. Imperial Ave., El Centro.
INFO This free support group for caregivers of family members with Alzheimer’s/dementia offers emotional support, information about coping with stress and managing difficult situations. Masks are required. For more information, call the Alzheimer’s Association at (800) 272-3900.
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 3
The Claddagh Club annual Christmas dinner
WHEN 6 p.m.
WHERE The Stockmen’s Club, 275 Marjorie Ave., Brawley
INFO Imperial Valley’s Irish-American club brings back its annual Christmas dinner, complete with Irish singing and dance. Doors open at 6 p.m.; dinner will be served at 7 p.m.
DECEMBER 4
75th annual El Centro Christmas Parade
WHEN 10 a.m.
WHERE Downtown El Centro
INFO Join the Imperial Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce, Los Vigilantes and the City of El Centro as we celebrate the Christmas Spirit.
DECEMBER 6
California Retired Teachers of Imperial Valley meeting
WHEN 11 a.m.
WHERE Rose School, Pioneers Museum, 373 E. Aten Road, Imperial
INFO Lunch will be ordered from Tropical Delights. Lunch is club sandwich OR chef salad, OR bring your own. Suggested donation for lunch is $10. Please RSVP to Jo Williams at (760) 353-3338 by Dec. 1 with your lunch choice. You may bring an unwrapped toy or gift to donate to local children’s charity. Our guest speaker will be Todd Finnell, superintendent of Imperial County schools. For questions, contact Susan Massey at (760) 554-3300.
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 10
Imperial Parade of Lights
WHEN 6 p.m.
WHERE Downtown Imperial
INFO The city of Imperial is excited to announce the return of the Imperial Parade of Lights. Continuing the long-standing tradition, we welcome entries of all sizes including cars, floats, boats, horses and marching bands ,too. The Imperial Parade of Lights promises to dazzle and entertain crowds from Fourth Street to 15th Street.
DECEMBER 11
Christmas in a Small Town
WHEN 3-9 p.m.
WHERE Imperial Avenue and Barioni Boulevard, downtown Imperial
INFO Christmas in a Small Town is a one-of-a-kind holiday experience in the Imperial Valley. Come down and browse from our local craft vendors. There is something for everyone on your list. This event is filled with shopping from vendors of all crafts. There is also plenty of holiday entertainment, real snow, and surprise appearances from Santa himself.
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.
DECEMBER 15
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 17
Evening with an Expert: Preston Arrow-weed
WHEN 6-9 p.m.
WHERE Imperial Valley Desert Museum, 11 Frontage Road, Ocotillo
INFO Singer, playwright and culture bearer, Preston Arrow-weed’s presentation is entitled, “Tribal History, Tribal Songs of the Colorado.” Tickets are $35. Reservations are required. The presentation will also be offered on Zoom (ID 826 6968 1958) beginning at 7:30 p.m.
For more information, contact (760) 358-7016 or info@ ivdesertmuseum.org.