AROUND TOWN: SEPTEMBER
Hinds Hospice will host its Annual Gala at the Clovis Veterans Memorial building this year. Photo courtesy of Hinds Hospice.
September 8th
Celebrating Life’s Shining Moments Gala
Hinds Hospice
Clovis Veterans Memorial Building
www.hindshospice.org
The Hinds Hospice annual gala will directly benefits patients and their families across Fresno, Madera, and Merced counties. As the area’s only independent, non-profit hospice, Hinds provides the highest quality end-of-life care and bereavement support to our community. Individual reservations are $150. Hosted tables are $1,500.
September 9th
2023 Dark Sky Festival
Sequoia Parks Conservatory
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park
www.sequoiaparksconservancy.org
The 2023 Dark Sky Festival is a celebration of our night sky. This free family-friendly event takes place both day and night at various locations across Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks from 10:00AM to 11:00PM. Events will be held in the Giant Forest/Lodgepole area as well as the Grant Grove area. Check out the full schedule on the Sequoia Parks Conservatory website.
September 14th to November 5th
The Pirates of Penzance
Good Company Players
Roger Rocka’s Dinner Theater
www.gcplayers.com
Set sail in the Tower District with a band of swashbuckling pirates, ditzy fair maidens, bumbling bobbies, lovable villains, and confused heroes at Roger Rocka’s Dinner Theater, as the Good Company Players present The Pirates of Penzance. This shipload of fun comes as a rated PG show. Performances are held on Thursdays through Sundays. Tickets range from $37 to $69.
September 15th to 17th
Fresno Greek Fest
St. George Greek Orthodox Church
www.fresnogreekfest.com
California’s premier Greek festival returns to the beautiful grounds of St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Fresno. This family-friendly event will run for three days and include tons of food, a Greek market, dancing, drinking, music, art appreciation, shopping, and fun for the kids. Check out the map and schedule online for more details on the planned festivities.
September 16th
46th Annual Fresno Scottish Gathering and Games
Scottish Society of Central California
Kearney Park
www.fresnoscottishsociety.com
Enjoy a cultural day of Scottish history with fun, food, family, entertainment, and games at Kearney Park. Heavy athletics, clan rowing, bagpipes, a marketplace, youth athletics, herding dogs, and a living history village will all be on display. Admission is $20 for the general public, $10 for military, seniors, and students with IDs, and free for children under 12.
September 16th
Casino Night
Saint Agnes Men’s Club
Stockbridge Estates
www.samc.com
Bet on a good time at the epic return of the Saint Agnes Men’s Club Casino Night. The evening will begin with hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction, followed by an exquisite gourmet dinner and a live auction. Casino games and dancing are a highlight of the night! Tables of 10 are $3,000 and all proceeds from the Men’s Club events benefit Saint Agnes’ programs and services.
September 21st
Visalia Chamber of Commerce Oktoberfest
Vossler Farms
www.visaliachamber.org
Raise your (tiny) steins and embrace the spirit of Oktoberfest at Vossler Farms. This 21+ event in the heart of Visalia features the Central Valley’s best food, beer, wine, and entertainment. Peruse the venue while sampling drinks and snacks from local businesses and community partners. An early bird rate of $55 is available until September 7th.
The 2023-2024 season of the Fresno Philharmonic kicks off with French Connections. Photographer Ellie Koleen.
September 23rd
2023 Distinguished Woman Artist Lecture & Luncheon
Fresno Art Museum
www.fresnoartmuseum.org
This year marks the 34th annual luncheon and honors Martha Casanave as the Distinguished Woman Artist for 2023. Meet Martha in her exhibition after her lecture in the Bonner Auditorium, followed by a vegetarian lunch in FAM’s Sculpture Garden (weather permitting) or Lobby. This is a fundraising event for the Council of 100. Tickets are $55 each.
September 23rd
20th Annual Harvest of Hope
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Fresno
Fresno Convention Center
www.ccdof.org
The Fresno Harvest of Hope continues to bring relief and hope to the Central Valley. This incredibly meaningful evening brings the gift of hope to our neighbors who need it the most. Guests will come together to celebrate the generosity that changes so many lives. This event features live music and dancing, silent and live auctions, and the harvest dinner.
September 23rd to 24th
French Connections
Fresno Philharmonic
Saroyan Theatre
www.fresnophil.org
The Fresno Philharmonic kicks off its 2023-2024 season with French Connections. Referencing 1930s Paris, Francis Poulenc’s Concerto for Two Pianos combines the lyricism of Mozart with the jazzy rhythms popular in this era. Pianist William Eddins joins Rei Hotoda for this Gallic treat, paired with Mozart’s Haffner Symphony and Valerie Coleman’s 2019 composition Umoja.
September 23rd to 24th
48th Annual ClovisFest & Hot Air Balloon Fun Fly
Old Town Clovis
www.clovischamber.com
The Clovis Chamber of Commerce and Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino will host the 48th annual ClovisFest and Noble Credit Union Hot Air Balloon Fun Fly. This free family fun will feature a wide range of hot air balloons, unique craft vendors, festival foods, and cultural adventures. Get to the Clovis Rodeo grounds before sunrise to see the hot air balloons readying for takeoff!
September 26th
Central California Women’s Conference
Fresno Convention & Entertainment Center
www.ccwc-fresno.org
The Central California Women’s Conference seeks to “empower women at all stages of their lives.” This year, guests are invited to “Believe in Your Voice” at the one-day event where actress, model, and author Brooke Shields will serve as the 2023 keynote speaker. Over 175 exhibitors offer networking opportunities amongst other offerings at this marketplace.
September 28th
Bert Kreischer: Tops Off World Tour
Save Mart Center
www.savemartcenter.com
Renowned comedian, actor, host, and author Bert Kreischer is bringing his Tops Off World Tour to the Save Mart Center. As one of the best storytellers of his generation, Kreischer seamlessly and sincerely shares anecdotes about his family and fatherhood in virtually every medium he tackles. Get tickets through Ticketmaster or the Save Mart Center Box Office for $39.75 to $99.97 each.
September 29th
Fiesta Around the World
Centro La Familia Advocacy Services
Signature Flight Support
www.centrolafamilia.org
Centro La Familia Advocacy Services is celebrating 51 years of service. At “Fiesta Around the World,” attendees will hang out in the Signature Flight Support hangar and enjoy a first-class experience with exquisite cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and cultural entertainment. Live music is by Monsanto and there will be silent and live auctions. Tickets are $100 each.
For more information, contact event organizer as events may be subject to change.
