calendar
April 23
PMH regular meeting of the board of directors WHEN 5 p.m.
WHERE PMH Auditorium, 207 W. Legion Road, Brawley INFO Audience is encouraged to attend.
Women’s Club of Holtville Board meeting WHEN 9 a.m.
WHERE Women’s Clubhouse, 619 E. Sixth St., Holtville INFO For more information, please contact Jo Anne E. Weissman at (760) 353-5158.
April 24
LGBT+ Rights Workshop WHEN 6 to 7 p.m.
WHERE LGBT Resource Center, 1073 Ross Ave., Suite E., El Centro
INFO California Rural Legal Assistance and Imperial Valley Resource Center is hosting an LGBT+ Rights workshop. Come prepared with any questions you have about your rights.
Denim Day
WHEN 12 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
WHERE Sure Helpline Crisis Center, 210 Wake Ave., Suite B, El Centro
INFO Sure helpline is asking businesses, organizations, and individuals to wear denim on April 24 in support of sexual assault survivors and raise awareness about sexual assault misconceptions. Please summit group/ individual pictures to jbueno.surehelpline@gmail.com. Thank you for supporting this great cause.
Administrative professionals luncheon
WHEN 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE Old Eucalyptus Schoolhouse, 796 W. Evan Hewes Highway, El Centro
INFO Cost is $30. Join us in celebrating administrative professionals at this wonderful, inspiring event. Must be 21 years or older to attend. To make reservations, contact Alma Silva at (760) 355-1609 or email at frontdesk@imperialchamber.org.
April 25
Bingo WHEN 5 p.m.
WHERE The American Legion Bradley Keffer Post 138, corner of Sixth and Cedar Ave., Holtville
INFO Public is welcome. Please join us and our veterans and active-duty service members. For more information, please contact (619) 807-8431.
Southern Caregiver Resource Center presents: “Managing the Difficult Behaviors of Dementia” WHEN 9 to 10 a.m.
WHERE Civic Center, 121 W. Fifth St., Holtville INFO We invite you to attend these free educational classes, designed for family caregivers of individuals with dementia, Alzheimer’s or another related condition. Come and learn about various topics related to caregiving, dementia and the aging process. There will be refreshments and opportunity drawings. Classes in Spanish. For more information or registration, please contact (858) 285-8129 or gaguirre@caregiviercenter.org
Southern Caregiver Resource Center presents: “The Aging Process” WHEN 1 to 2 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave., Calexico
INFO We invite you to attend these free educational classes, designed for family caregivers of individuals with dementia, Alzheimer’s or another related condition. Come and learn about various topics related to caregiving, dementia and the aging process. There will be refreshments and opportunity drawings. Classes in Spanish. For more information or registration, please contact (858) 285-8129 or gaguirre@caregiviercenter.org
April 26
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes WHEN 5 to 7:30 p.m. WHERE Imperial Valley Superior Court, 939 Main St., El Centro
INFO Too many women and children live this way and Sure Helpline Crisis Center is calling on the men of our community to help these families stand on their own two feet. We have 100 pairs of high heels available upon request. Would you walk a mile in her shoes? For more information please contact Sure Helpline Crisis Center at (760) 352-7878
April 27
Calexico Baja Runners scholarship fundraiser WHEN 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE Calexico Community Center
INFO Calexico Baja Runners (a nonprofit organization) is having a Scholarship Fundraiser with barbacoa plates ($8), live music, Horseshoe ’n’ Bean Bag Tossing tournament, cold drinks and refreshments.
April 30
Storm Spotter training class
WHEN 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
WHERE Imperial County Office of Emergency Services, 1078 Dogwood Road, Heber
INFO A free training class will be held in Heber that will teach people how to properly identify and report significant weather phenomena and contribute to public safety. Even with sophisticated technology like radar and satellites, forecasters still need ground truth information from trained weather spotters throughout the year. You will learn about how thunderstorms work, how to identify cloud features associated with microbursts and tornadoes, and how your reports tie into warnings and advisories issued by the National Weather Service. In addition, you will learn about all of the services available from NWS. To register please follow this link: http://forms.gle/2r53Ygiwkw67dhJ79. Immediately following the presentation, completion certificated will be issued and program participation will be confirmed. If you have any questions, please contact Ken Water or Austin Jamison at the NWS Phoenix Forecast Office (760) 275-0073 or visit weather.gov/phoenix and click on the link for Skywarn.
Celebrate Dia de los Niños
WHEN 6 to 7:30 p.m.
WHERE Camarena Memorial Library, 850 Encinas Ave.,
Calexico
INFO Enjoy stories, cultural experiences, games, crafts, a free book, a snack and lots of fun! This program is for children up to 12 years of age. Onsite registration will be from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Pre-register online through April 29 at http://calexicolibrary.org. You may wear a Mexican outfit. For more information, please call (760) 768-2170
May 2
Annual Celebration of Education WHEN 7 p.m.
WHERE Jimmie Canon Theater, Southwest High School, 2001 Ocotillo Drive, El Centro
INFO The Annual Celebration of Education, a free community event showcasing student performances and accomplishments, is just two weeks away. The focus of the evening will be on the “Whole Child” and how our schools strive to meet all the needs of our students, including their academic, social, emotional and physical needs. The Celebration of Education is a unique opportunity for us to showcase the exciting and innovative things happening at all our public and private schools, and to recognize the dedication and hard work of our local teachers, staff and students. An art exhibit with a variety of paintings from local students, as well as live music will be available in the foyer from 6:30 to 7 p.m. The 2019 Above and Beyond Award will recognize an individual in Imperial County who impacts the educational community through leadership and service. This year again, the program will showcase several performing artists, from the Calexico High School Marching Band to a drill team from Meadows Union Elementary, the Dogwood Lionettes, and many more amazing student groups. The audience will also be treated to a wonderful closing act: “Mamma Mia,” interpreted by Brawley High School students.
May 3
Caring for the Caregiver second annual conference WHEN 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. WHERE Ricochet Rec Center, 450 W. Aten Road, Imperial INFO Join us for our second annual conference for family caregivers, caring for adults with dementia, Alzheimer’s or other related conditions. Learn about various topics such as memory loss and the importance of a healthy diet that will help you maintain better physical and mental health. There will be breakfast, lunch, speakers, community resources and opportunity drawings. Classes in Spanish. For registration or more information, please contact (858) 285-8129 or gaguirre@caregivercenter.org. For online registration, visit http://bit.ly/ CuidadorConf.
May 4
2nd annual Lavender Graduation
WHEN 4 to 6 p.m.
WHERE San Diego State University-Imperial Valley library, Calexico
INFO Open to all college graduates. The lavender graduation is an annual ceremony conducted across numerous campuses to honor LGBTQI and supporting ally students to acknowledge their academic achievements. For more information, please contact Gilberto Barajas by email at gbarajas@sdsu.edu.
Calexico Woman’s Improvement Club annual Spring Fashion Show WHEN 2 p.m.
WHERE 320 Heber Ave., Calexico
INFO Come for an afternoon of fun, fashion and friends. Everyone is welcome. Tickets are $10. You may contact Nancy Castillo at (760) 357-4495 or Flora Martinez at (760) 357-4593 or Hilda Flores at (760) 554-3805 for more information.
May 5
Desert Jammers Old-Time Acoustic Jam Session WHEN 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
WHERE Quad area located directly west of the El Centro Methodist Church on Eighth and Olive
INFO All acoustic instrument player are welcome to attend. Audience is appreciated, and the jam is free for all. For further information, please contact Pete Preece at (760) 353-1041 or Nan Rebik at (760) 353-2604
May 11
Holtville Car Club 6th annual Car Show WHEN 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE Holt Park Holtville
INFO Open to all years cars and trucks, classics, customs, lowriders, hotrods, motorcycles, pedal cars and bikes. Entertainment, beverages, food, raffles, and jumpers for the kids. Proceeds to benefit Holtville High School students. Registrations are from 7 to 10 a.m. Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Solo riders welcome. No refunds. Registration $25 on day of the show, $15 for motorcycles. Bicycles and pedal cars are $20 day of the show. Free to the public. For more information, call Roberto at (760) 562-0670 or Jorge at (760) 960-6046.
May 18
Free presentation: Non-violent Communication
WHEN 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
WHERE 1073 Ross Ave., Ste. E., El Centro INFO Guest speaker will be Ron Punit Auerbacher, who was a member of the New York Gay Liberation Front, the activist group formed after the Stonewall Rebellion. He cut sugar cane in Cuba on the first Venceremos Brigade and lived in India for five years studying yoga and meditation. He is a literacy volunteer and a member of the Zen Center of San Diego. Immediately after the presentation, stay for a brief LGBT history presentation. To RSVP, call (760) 592-4066 or email RosaDiaz@ivlgbtcenter.com
May 25
2nd annual High School Lavender Graduation WHEN 1 to 3 p.m.
WHERE Imperial Valley College Center, 380 E. Aten Road, Imperial
INFO The lavender graduation is a ceremony to celebrate graduation students who openly identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and their allies. Deadline to sign up is May 10. Students will receive a lavender community cord and certificate of distinction. Attire is open to graduates discretion. The Lavender Graduation does not replace the official high school graduation ceremony. You will not receive your diploma until graduation day. Please send us pictures of your school year that you would like to be added to a short presentation during the ceremony. For more information, please contact Diana Rivera at dar344@nau.edu or at (760) 592-4066. To register, please use the following link: goo.gl/L45LLG
June 10
California Retired Teachers of Imperial Valley Area XI-Division 64 meeting WHEN 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE Rose School, Pioneers’ Museum, 373 E. Aten Road, Imperial
INFO Music by Grover Ferrel. We need to build our scholarship fund.