WHAT’S ON tap

AS THE WEEKEND APPROACHES, IT’S TIME TO BEGIN PLANNING FOR SOME REST AND RECREATION. HERE ARE SOME OF THE EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES COMING UP IN THE NEXT WEEK.

THURSDAY

the Family Crisis Center Christmas tree raffle will be held on Thursday, Dec. 7. This year’s tree has been beautifully decorated by Darrell Walters of The Flower Mill, who donated the ornaments for the tree as well as his time decorating it. Anyone can buy a raffle ticket for $5 each and enter to win the entirely decorated tree as is. The raffle tickets will be sold until Thursday, Dec. 7. Tickets can be purchased at the Family Crisis Center, located at 211 N. Main St., at Treasure’s Thrift Store, 88 E. Mill St., or from the center’s board members. Board members include president Mickie Manning, vice president Robert Dempsie, secretary Debbie Estrada, treasurer Janice Castle, Robert Krase, Sharon Fusco, Karen Vanni, John Lollis and Donna Keeley. The proceeds from the Christmas tree raffle will go toward the emergency shelter program, which offers shelter for victims of domestic violence and women and children who are victims of homelessness. For more information, call 781-7462.

FRIDAY

the Barn Theater will be producing “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe”

for eight performances starting with an evening show on Dec. 1. Evening shows at 7:30 p.m. continue on Dec. 2,8,9, 15 and 16. Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. are Dec. 3 and 10 with a brunch show at 12:30 p.m. on Dec. 10. Cost for the evening or matinees are $15 per adult, $10 per senior or student and $5 children younger than 12, and cost for the brunch show is 15 per person, reservations needed by Dec. 6. The play is directed by Edie La Vonne. Set in the land of Narnia, “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe” faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion, his struggle with the White Witch, and the adventures of four children who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting, never-tobe-forgotten Narnia. The intense action features chases, duels and escapes as the witch is determined to keep Narnia in her possession and to end the reign of Aslan.

the Zalud House Museum will host its annual “Old Fashioned Christmas”

Candlelight Tours on Dec. 8, 9, 15 and 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. The Zalud House will come alive with the holiday spirit featuring special seasonal displays, vintage decorations and yuletide piano music. The guided tours and refreshments are sure to provide an enjoyable evening for the whole family. Admission is only $3 for adults and $1 for children. Built in 1891, the Zalud House is one of few museums in the nation that is furnished entirely with the original owners’ possessions. It is listed in the National Historical Registry of Old Houses and in the National Register of Historic Places. The museum is located at 393 N. Hockett St. For more information on the Candlelight Tours or the Zalud House Museum, call 791-7695 or visit the City of Porterville website at www.ci.porterville.ca.us.

porterville Elks Lodge

TGIF

dinner is served at 6:30 p.m. every Friday at the lodge on the corner of Main Street and Morton Avenue. The first Friday of the month is steak night. Cost varies. Public welcome. For more information, call 784-1342.

SATURDAY

the Barn Theater will be producing “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe”

for eight performances starting with an evening show on Dec. 1. Evening shows at 7:30 p.m. continue on Dec. 2,8,9, 15 and 16. Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. are Dec. 3 and 10 with a brunch show at 12:30 p.m. on Dec. 10. Cost for the evening or matinees are $15 per adult, $10 per senior or student and $5 children younger than 12, and cost for the brunch show is 15 per person, reservations needed by Dec. 6. The play is directed by Edie La Vonne. Set in the land of Narnia, “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe” faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion, his struggle with the White Witch, and the adventures of four children who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting, never-tobe-forgotten Narnia. The intense action features chases, duels and escapes as the witch is determined to keep Narnia in her possession and to end the reign of Aslan.

mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus

are coming to the Porterville Historical Museum from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9. The day Santa visits admission for children is free.

the Zalud House Museum will host its annual “Old Fashioned Christmas”

Candlelight Tours on Dec. 8, 9, 15 and 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. The Zalud House will come alive with the holiday spirit featuring special seasonal displays, vintage decorations and yuletide piano music. The guided tours and refreshments are sure to provide an enjoyable evening for the whole family. Admission is only $3 for adults and $1 for children. Built in 1891, the Zalud House is one of few museums in the nation that is furnished entirely with the original owners’ possessions. It is listed in the National Historical Registry of Old Houses and in the National Register of Historic Places. The museum is located at 393 N. Hockett St. For more information on the Candlelight Tours or the Zalud House Museum, call 791-7695 or visit the City of Porterville website at www.ci.porterville.ca.us.

a yard sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9 at Sunnyside Union Elementary School District, 21644 Avenue 196, Strathmore. Items that will be on sale include desks, chairs, indoor and outdoor tables, benches, chain link gates and classroom supplies. For more information, call 568-1741, ext. 204.

SUNDAY

the Barn Theater will be producing “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe”

for eight performances starting with an evening show on Dec. 1. Evening shows at 7:30 p.m. continue on Dec. 2,8,9, 15 and 16. Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. are Dec. 3 and 10 with a brunch show at 12:30 p.m. on Dec. 10. Cost for the evening or matinees are $15 per adult, $10 per senior or student and $5 children younger than 12, and cost for the brunch show is 15 per person, reservations needed by Dec. 6. The play is directed by Edie La Vonne. Set in the land of Narnia, “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe” faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion, his struggle with the White Witch, and the adventures of four children who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting, never-tobe-forgotten Narnia. The intense action features chases, duels and escapes as the witch is determined to keep Narnia in her possession and to end the reign of Aslan.

the 42nd annual Senior Christmas Luncheon

hosted by City of Porterville Parks and Leisure Services takes place on

Dec. 10 and will include a turkey dinner with all the fixings catered by Randy’s Bistro. Guests can also dance the night away to special musical entertainment provided by the Fabulous Studio Band. Doors prizes and a special appearance by Santa Claus are also planned for this annual event. The festivities take place at Burton Middle School starting at 1:30 p.m. Tickets for the event are only $10 and can be purchased at the Heritage Center, 256 E. Orange Ave., or at the Parks and Leisure office in City Hall. Space is limited so advanced ticket purchase is advised. For more information, call 791-7695 or visit the City’s website at www. ci.porterville.ca.us.

the Tule River Historical Museum

is open to the public from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays with no admission charge. The museum houses a collection of vintage lumber mill and farm equipment. Antiques from local families are on display in the 1860 Murphy House and in the main museum. For more information, contact Betty Harding at 539-6314.

TUESDAY

santa Claus will be taking calls from children a holiday vendor fair

will be held from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 12, and Wednesday, Dec. 13, inside the Langley, Russel, North Palisade Conference Room at Sierra View Medical Center. Vendors will be selling artwork, jewelry, holiday decor, baked goods, sports apparel, clothing and more. The fair is sponsored by the SVMC Action Team.

the Tule River Historical Museum

is open to the public from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays with no admission charge. The museum houses a collection of vintage lumber mill and farm equipment. Antiques from local families are on display in the 1860 Murphy House and in the main museum. For more information, contact Betty Harding at 539-6314.

WEDNESDAY

a holiday vendor fair

will be held from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 12, and Wednesday, Dec. 13, inside the Langley, Russel, North Palisade Conference Room at Sierra View Medical Center. Vendors will be selling artwork, jewelry, holiday decor, baked goods, sports apparel, clothing and more. The fair is sponsored by the SVMC

Action Team.

DEC.15

the Barn Theater will be producing “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe”

for eight performances starting with an evening show on Dec. 1. Evening shows at 7:30 p.m. continue on Dec. 2,8,9, 15 and 16. Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. are Dec. 3 and 10 with a brunch show at 12:30 p.m. on Dec. 10. Cost for the evening or matinees are $15 per adult, $10 per senior or student and $5 children younger than 12, and cost for the brunch show is 15 per person, reservations needed by Dec. 6. The play is directed by Edie La Vonne. Set in the land of Narnia, “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe” faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion, his struggle with the White Witch, and the adventures of four children who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting, never-to-befor-gotten Narnia. The intense action features chases, duels and escapes as the witch is determined to keep Narnia in her possession and to end the reign of Aslan.

the Zalud House Museum will host its annual “Old Fashioned Christmas” Candlelight Tours

on Dec. 8, 9, 15 and 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. The Zalud House will come alive with the holiday spirit featuring special seasonal displays, vintage decorations and yuletide piano music. The guided tours and refreshments are sure to provide an enjoyable evening for the whole family. Admission is only $3 for adults and $1 for children. Built in 1891, the Zalud House is one of few museums in the nation that is furnished entirely with the original owners’ possessions. It is listed in the National Historical Registry of Old Houses and in the National Register of Historic Places. The museum is located at 393 N. Hockett St. For more information on the Candlelight Tours or the Zalud House Museum, call 791-7695 or visit the City of Porterville website at www.ci.porterville.ca.us.

DEC. 16

the Barn Theater will be producing “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe”

for eight performances starting with an evening show on Dec. 1. Evening shows at 7:30 p.m. continue on Dec. 2,8,9, 15 and 16. Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. are Dec. 3 and 10 with a brunch show at 12:30 p.m. on Dec. 10. Cost for the evening or matinees are $15 per adult, $10 per senior or student and $5 children younger than 12, and cost for the brunch show is 15 per person, reservations needed by Dec. 6. The play is directed by Edie La Vonne. Set in the land of Narnia, “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe” faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion, his struggle with the White Witch, and the adventures of four children who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting, never-tobe-forgotten Narnia. The intense action features chases, duels and escapes as the witch is determined to keep Narnia in her possession and to end the reign of Aslan.

ONGOING NOV. 24-JAN. 6

porterville Historical Museum’s 33rd Annual Model Trains and Antique Toy Exhibit

starts on Friday, Nov. 24. This event was started by the Underwater Trains Society and “has become the largest model train show in Tulare County.” The head Engineer Dr. Don Stover has increased the exhibit by adding his experience, time, money and love of trains. His fellow engineers Rick Struble, Sam Winters, Ann Zimmerman, Jerry Kirby, Judy Holloway and Don Wheeler have added a circus setup and a tribute to our military troops. The museum will have antique toys from the collection of Bill Warner that your grandparents or great-grandparents played with. Joe Sanchez will exhibit his handmade art collection of tanks, airplanes, motorcycles, etc. This year the museum will open on Sundays, Dec. 3, 10, 17, and 31 from 1 to 4 p.m. The museum will also be open from Dec. 26 to 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Museum is located at 257 N. D St. in Porter ville. Admission is $5 for adults, $1 for students, and 6 years and younger are free. There is no charge for Friends of the Museum and Sponsors. For more information, check the website www.portervillemuseum.org, email us at portervillemuseum@gmail.com or call 7842053.

by calling (559) 544-6190 on Tuesday, Dec. 12, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event is free of charge and sponsored by the Porterville Breakfast Rotary Club. Santa is rested up and has enjoyed his time off, but now he is ready to take calls. He, Mrs. Claus or maybe one of Santa’s Elves are excited to hear from our Porterville area children so be prepared by writing down your Christmas list so you can read it to Santa or one of his helpers. As you know, Santa and his helpers speak both Spanish and English so make sure you give them a call. The Porterville Breakfast Rotary initiated this fun evening and has enjoyed it for the past 11 years. For more information, contact event Chairperson Janice Castle at 782-4900.