WHEN/WHERE: Tuesday, March 9 - Friday, March 12; 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.; Friday, March 12; 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Northside Christian Church, 2709 E. Nees Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Greg & Steve's motto is Educate, Motivate, Enrich, and Entertain. Parents and teachers alike find Greg & Steve's tunes a fun way to teach children basic concepts such as colors and numbers as well as friendship and cooperation.

COST: $8 for daytime concerts and Friday night concert in advance; $10 Friday night concert at the door..

CONTACT: Call 456-1100 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 11; 9 a.m. - 12 noon; Friends Book Store, 5568 E. Kings Canyon Road, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Friends of the Fresno County Library sells discarded and donated books to the public.

COST: Free admission.

CONTACT: Call 484-8895 or 222-1330 (Roberta) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 13; 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.; Fresno Christian School, 7280 N. Cedar Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: This fund-raising auction will help support the programs of Fresno Christian School.

COST: Free admission.

CONTACT: Call 299-1695 (Kathy Pierce) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 13; 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.; Club One Casino, 1033 Van Ness Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Besides the poker tournament, this event will feature a silent auction and great prizes. Proceeds will benefit the Aquarius Aquarium Institute.

COST: $50 per person.

CONTACT: Call 490-3474 or email for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 13; 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.; Golden Palace, 2625 W. Vassar Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Rome wasn't built in a day is the theme for this event. This fund-raiser offers a night of dinner, drinks, auctions (silent, live and dessert), student entertainment, and more. Attendees are encouraged to wear togas. Proceeds from this event will be used to furnish the new University High School building.

COST: $55 per person; $500 table of ten; $600 for a business sponsored table of ten.

CONTACT: Call 278-8263 or email for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 13; 7 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Woodward Park, 7775 Friant Road, Mountain View Shelter, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Brian Sturgeon, once an avid runner, doesn't run any more because of chronic cerebral palsy and an arthritic back. He will walk the 2-mile route at our annual event that raises money for United Cerebral Palsy of Central California. In addition to the 2-mile walk there will be 2 and 4 mile runs and kids races at this event.

COST: Pre-registration: $17 adults ; $9 children (under 9 years of age); Day of: $22 adults; $11 children (under 9 years of age).

CONTACT: Call 221-8272 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 13; 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 44 DeWitt Avenue, Clovis.

DESCRIPTION: This community yard/bake sale will benefit the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Clovis. In addition, everyone is asked to bring some canned food to local shelters. All monies raised will be give to the American Cancer Society to help support the research, education, advocacy, and free patient services.

COST: Free admission.

CONTACT: Call 260-7905 (Sarah Gattie) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 18; 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Friends Book Store, 5568 E. Kings Canyon Road, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Friends of the Fresno County Library sells discarded and donated books to the public.

COST: Free admission.

CONTACT: Call 484-8895 or 222-1330 (Roberta) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, March 19; 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Fresno Art Museum, 2233 N. First Street, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Plan to attend this event and share in this opportunity to celebrate the heroes among us, who inspire us by their actions, compassion, and dedication to serving others. Proceeds will benefit the American Red Cross Central Valley Region.

COST: $40 in advance; $50 at the door.

CONTACT: Call 455-1000 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 20; 7:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.; Woodward Park, 7775 Friant Road, Mountain View Shelter, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Take an hour out of your morning to support the Senior Living Network as they raise funds for the Alzheimer's Foundation of Central California, UCSF - Fresno Alzheimer's & Memory Care Center and Valley Caregiver Resource Center - OASIS. The race offers participants their choice of a 5k run, 2 mile walk/run or ¼ mile kids race.

COST: $20 per person; $50 per team of 4.

CONTACT: Call 285-7544 (Gail Lansidell) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 20, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; Clovis Rodeo Hall, 748 Rodeo Drive, Clovis.

DESCRIPTION: Attendees, dressed in western finery, will have the opportunity to meet special guests from the Professional Bull Riders and rodeo royalty. They will hear live country music, learn all about rodeo from Clovis Rodeo Association Board Members and sample what cowgirls drink (including sarsaparilla, beers and wines), what cowgirls eat (award-winning beef, chili, cowgirl cobbler, and cowgirl coffee), and what cowgirls like to wear (a fashion show will include Western wear and city-slicker clothing). Live and silent auction items will include both Western and non-Western art, entertainment and travel surprises. Proceeds will benefit the Central California Blood Center.

COST: $100 per person.

CONTACT: Call 389-5405 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Sunday, March 21; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; TorNino's Banquets, 5080 N. Blackstone Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Friends of Camp El-O-Win are holding this brunch and silent auction to raise funds to rebuild the camp connecting bridge over Dinkey Creek. Help to provide girls summer fun by donating to this worthwhile project.

COST: $40 per person; please purchase by March 16.

CONTACT: Call 320-5439 or email for more information or register online.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 25; 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Fresno Convention and Entertainment Center, 700 M Street, Valdez Hall, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Fresno Women's Network is presenting its 18th annual business trade show. The evening will include a dinner, exhibit booths, and a raffle to raise funds for the Fresno Women's Network Scholarship Fund.

COST: $5 per ticket; $1 per raffle ticket; sponsorships run from $275 to $1,025.

CONTACT: Call 450-2102 (Karen Sorenson) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, March 25; 9 a.m. - 12 noon; Friends Book Store, 5568 E. Kings Canyon Road, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Friends of the Fresno County Library sells discarded and donated books to the public.

COST: Free admission.

CONTACT: Call 484-8895 or 222-1330 (Roberta) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, March 26; 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Pardini's Banquets, 2257 W. Shaw Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Join the Boys and Girls Clubs of Fresno County as they roast Ken Quenzer and celebrate his first 40 years of service. Dinner and no host bar included. All proceeds will benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of Fresno County.

COST: $60.

CONTACT: Call 266-3117 (Sandy Charney) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, March 26; 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Spike and Rail Steak House, 2910 Pea Soup Anderson Blvd., Selma.

DESCRIPTION: This event salutes local citizens for their contributions to the community. Awards will be presented to the Citizen of the Year, Junior Citizen of the Year, Distinguished Service, Business of the Year, and Excellence in Agriculture. Proceeds will benefit the Selma Chamber of Commerce.

COST: $35 per person.

CONTACT: Call 891-2235 (Cindy Howell) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, March 27; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Break the Barriers, 8555 N. Cedar Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Break the Barriers spring craft fair will feature a variety of unique craft items, hot dogs, drinks, and lots of raffle items. All proceeds will support the programs of Break the Barriers. Vendors interested in displaying wares at this craft show should contact Break the Barriers for more information or download the vendor application.

COST: Free admission; raffle tickets $5 each or 6 for $20; vendor fee $45 - $55 per table with one donated item.

CONTACT: Call 432-6292 (Linda) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Sunday, March 28; 7 a.m. - 12 noon; Nick Medina Senior Center, 2301 Selma Street, Selma.

DESCRIPTION: Enjoy pancakes, eggs, sausage, and peaches at this annual breakfast. Proceeds will support community activities sponsored by the Selma Lions Club.

COST: $5 adults; $3 children (7 - 12).

CONTACT: Call 891-2239 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, April 9, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Radisson Hotel and Conference Center, 2233 Ventura Street, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: This event will feature a luncheon, fashion show, informational booths, and much more. Proceeds will benefit the Central California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

COST: $60 per ticket.

CONTACT: Call 495-4817 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, April 9 - Saturday, April 10; 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.; American Historical Society of Germans from Russia, 3233 N. West Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: This event will sell all types of items in one large venue. Proceeds will benefit the programs of the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia.

COST: Free admission.

CONTACT: Call 229-8287 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 10; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Cedar Clinton Branch Library, 4150 E. Clinton Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Friends of the Fresno County Library sells discarded and donated books to the public.

COST: Free admission; sale prices vary.

CONTACT: Call 442-1770 (Will Cooper) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 17; 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.; behind Edwards Cinema, 250 E. Paseo del Centro, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: This event will feature a 5k timed run and a 2 mile walk/run. Participants will receive a t-shirt, goodie bag, healthy snacks, and Water Planet Adventure Day wristband. Proceeds will benefit the Aquarius Aquarium Institute.

COST: Teens and adults: $15 Institute members, $18 general public, $20 day of event; children (12 and under): $7 Institute members, $8 general public, $10 day of event.

CONTACT: Call 490-3474 or email for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 17; 9 a.m. - 12 noon; behind Edwards Cinema, 250 E. Paseo del Centro, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The 2010 Water Planet Adventure Day will feature live sea creatures, bounce houses, games, informational booths, a concert by The Jammies, and more. All proceeds will benefit the Aquarius Aquarium Institute.

COST: $5 for a wristband; participants in the Run for the Reef event receive a complimentary wristband.

CONTACT: Call 490-3474 or email for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 17; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; James K. Polk Elementary School, 2195 N. Polk Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Your whole family will enjoy a fun day including a custom and classic car show, talent show, musician entertainment, food, games, and much more. Proceeds from this event will benefit Polk Elementary School.

COST: Free admission; $25 for car show entries.

CONTACT: Call 274-9780 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 17; 9 a.m. - 5 a.m.; Woodward Park Regional Library, 944 E. Perrin Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Find great bargains and treasures as well as gifts and summer reading at this event. Come early for the best selection. Proceeds will benefit the Woodward Park Library collection.

COST: Free admission; items individually priced.

CONTACT: Call 433-3134 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 17; 9 a.m. - Sunday, April 18; 9 a.m.; Jefferson Elementary School, 1880 Fowler Avenue, Clovis.

DESCRIPTION: Relay for Life is a fun overnight event where participants can help fight cancer by raising money and awareness to support the American Cancer Society's mission. You can participate as an individual or as a member of a team. Celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember the loved ones lost to cancer and fight back against the disease that has taken too many lives already.

COST: Each participant is asked to raise a minimum of $100.

CONTACT: Call 260-7905 (Sarah Gattie) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 24; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Garden of the Sun, 1944 N. Winery Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Visit a drought tolerant garden filled with cycads and succulents in north Fresno, two Fig Garden area gardens, a garden west of Highway 99 designed for entertaining, and a flower lover's garden in the Van Ness extension area. Proceeds will benefit the Fresno Master Gardeners.

COST: $20 in advance; $25 at the door.

CONTACT: Call 970-3384 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, May 1; 6 p.m. - 12 midnight; Notre Dame Hall, 333 Eighth Street, Clovis.

DESCRIPTION: Roll the dice and join in some high-rollin' Vegas-style gaming benefitting Our Lady of Perpetual Help School. The evening will include hot hors d-oeuvres, desserts, coffee, a no host bar, entertainment, and much more.

COST: $35 person, $65 couples; includes 1 drink ticket and a chip to get you started.

CONTACT: Call 299-7504 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, May 1; 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Matthews Harley Davidson, 548 N. Blackstone Avenue, Fresno..

DESCRIPTION: Any motorcycle or car is welcome to participate in this annual poker run. There will be a total of five stops on the run and the person with the highest poker hand at the end will win a prize. The run will end at the Valley Center for the Blind, 2491 W. Shaw Avenue, Fresno. There will also be food, music, raffle prizes and dancing at the end of the run. Proceeds benefit the Valley Center for the Blind.

COST: $25 per person; $15 for dinner.

CONTACT: Call 222-4447 (Saramarie Katich) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, May 7; 11 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Fig Garden Golf Club, 7700 N. Van Ness Blvd., Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Join the Down Syndrome Association of Central California for their annual golf tournament. The day will also feature a silent auction. All proceeds will be used to support programs and events for all people whose lives are touched by Down syndrome.

COST: $100 per person.

CONTACT: Call 228-0411 (Bill Leist) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, May 8, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Meux Home Museum, 1007 R Street, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Traditional tea sandwiches, scones with lemon curd, jam and Devonshire cream, and a variety of delicious desserts will be served. Proceeds benefit the restoration and preservation of the Meux Home Museum.

COST: $30 per person.

CONTACT: Call 233-8007 for reservations or for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, May 15, 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.; Weber BMW, 7151 N. Palm Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Heart Ball is a major fund-raising event for the American Heart Association in Central Valley. It brings together local business and medical communities, professionals and philanthropists in the mission to build healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. The evening will include sampling of wine, a silent auction, dinner, a live auction, and live music.

COST: $150 per ticket.

CONTACT: Call 435-5246 (Debbie Truhett) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, May 15; 6:30 p.m. - 11 p.m.; 13935 Oak Ridge Lane, Clovis.

DESCRIPTION: This fund-raising event will benefit the programs of the Court Appointed Special Advocates of Fresno & Madera Counties. Enjoy an evening of blackjack, roulette, and craps. There will be a DJ spinning the tunes for dancing. The evening will include a silent auction and hors d'oevures. Each ticket comes with $75 in gaming money. Sponsorships are available.

COST: $45 per person.

CONTACT: Call 244-6485 (Kelly Bellis) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, May 15; 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Clovis Rodeo Grounds, 748 Rodeo Drive, Clovis.

DESCRIPTION: This event, sponsored by North Fresno Hog Chapter #0228 and Friends of Clovis Pet Adoption Center, will feature breakfast, lunch, a poker run, a Midnight Run concert, auctions, and a drawing for a 2010 Harley Davidson Street Glide, and more. Proceeds will benefit the Clovis Pet Adoption Center.

COST: $25 per person with mail/fax form; $27 with online registration; $10 raffle tickets.

CONTACT: Call 860-9827 (Bryan Porter) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, May 29; 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Chukchansi Park, 1800 Tulare Street, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Sudz in the City is a music and microbrew festival featuring premier brews from all over California. Live music and wide selection of foods will be available. Each person receives 8 drink tickets and a collectible mug with their entrance fee. Proceeds benefit the Downtown Association of Fresno.

COST: $25 in advance; $30 at gate; $10 designated driver.

CONTACT: Call 490-9966 (Lillie) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, June 5; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Cedar Clinton Branch Library, 4150 E. Clinton Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Friends of the Fresno County Library sells discarded and donated books to the public.

COST: Free admission; sale prices vary.

CONTACT: Call 442-1770 (Will Cooper) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, August 7; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Cedar Clinton Branch Library, 4150 E. Clinton Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Friends of the Fresno County Library sells discarded and donated books to the public.

COST: Free admission; sale prices vary.

CONTACT: Call 442-1770 (Will Cooper) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, September 24; 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.; Scout Island, 7695 N. Van Ness Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: Tree Fresno is holding its annual fund-raiser to present the 5th Annual CityScape Awards. Awards that will given include awards for civic landscape, beautification and sustainability. Celebrate with the award winners and support the efforts of Tree Fresno.

COST: $75 per person; sponsorships are available.

CONTACT: Call 221-5556 ext. 102 for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, October 2; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Cedar Clinton Branch Library, 4150 E. Clinton Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Friends of the Fresno County Library sells discarded and donated books to the public.

COST: Free admission; sale prices vary.

CONTACT: Call 442-1770 (Will Cooper) for more information.

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, December 4; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Cedar Clinton Branch Library, 4150 E. Clinton Avenue, Fresno.

DESCRIPTION: The Friends of the Fresno County Library sells discarded and donated books to the public.

COST: Free admission; sale prices vary.

CONTACT: Call 442-1770 (Will Cooper) for more information.

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