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Fresno County 4-H Fair May 12 at RC
By Christina Ontiveros
Reedley Senior Citizen Coordinator
Bingo
Join us for our monthly bingo games on Thursday, May 17, following lunch at the Reedley Senior Center, 100 N. East Ave. We play un- til everyone wins! Call us at (559) 637-4207 by 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 16, to make a reservation.
Walk in the Park
Let’s start up our walks in the park on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Meet a friend at 9:30 a.m. those days at the senior cen- ter. You can walk the won- derful pedestrian trail at adjacent Mueller Park.
And, after the walk, join our exercise class with in- structor Shirley Festejo at 10 a.m. in the California Room. Then, why not join us for lunch at 11 a.m. at the cen- ter? For more details, call us at (559) 637-4207.
Senior Luncheon
Join us on Tuesday, June 12, for fun and excitement at our Senior Luncheon! We’ll have music, food, and door prizes. “Thank you” to Ron and Carol Surabian, who will provide the entertainment.
Make your reservation – call us at (559) 637-4207.
The event is sponsored by the Sierra View Homes Retirement Community, RSCI, and the Reedley Com- munity Services Depart- ment. And, “thank you” to Si- erra View Homes for provid- ing our main and side dishes.
Central Coast Trip
We’re heading to Morro
Bay and Cayucos on Friday, Aug. 3. The cost is $30 (lunch is on your own).
To sign up and pay, come to the
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The Fresno County 4-H Fair, which attracts young- sters from a wide area, will be held on Saturday, May 12, at Reedley College. The public is invited to attend.
This event is similar to when 4-H youngsters compete in events at the Big Fresno Fair each October. The May 12 fair will include all kinds of contests as well as “fun, inter- active and entertaining activi-
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Arts Theatre and then the cer- emony inside the PAT.
“It makes me feel more proud that I’m actually go- ing to a university. It’s really nice,” Jacklyn said.
And how did she feel about sharing this moment with her parents, Rachel and Fernando Avila?
“It’s amazing,” Jacklyn said. “It’s a chance to thank them for everything they’ve done for me. That makes it even better that they’re here.”
Rachel openly talked about how she had teared up that very day, thinking of the journey she and Fernando had taken with their daughter.
And Fernando, who went to Fresno State, said they were proud of Jacklyn, the oldest of their three children.
“This is our first time ex- periencing all of this,” Fernan- do said. “I told her this is all icing on top of the cake. We’re
ties,” such as games, “make and takes,” and community service opportunities. There also will be food at the fair.
The 4-H program, which reaches millions of young people in the United States and beyond, is known for what the four Hs stand for – head, heart, hands and health.
Its activities involve hands-on projects that seek to develop in young people life skills that will serve them as adults and inspire them to
already so proud of what she’s accomplished ... This allows us to share in her accomplish- ment.”
Inside the PAT’s front lobby, large College Signing Day backdrops were set up so that seniors and their families could take pictures to com- memorate the event.
Many people are familiar with the signing days that are held for high school athletes who sign letters of intent to attend and play for universi- ties and colleges.
As the seniors and their families took their seats at the April 30 ceremony, they could see a much larger-scale scene of those student-athlete events.
The stage had been set up with tiers of long tables. Attached to the front of the tables were signs showing the logos of different universities and colleges.
College Signing Day was initiated by former First La- dy Michelle Obama in 2014 as part of her “Reach High-
give back to their communi- ties.
In addition to animal con- tests, there will be still exhib- its showcasing youngsters’ projects in sewing, garden- ing, photography, foods, wood- working and other areas.
Here is the schedule for May 12:
• 8:30 a.m. – Pygmy goats and small animal judging be- gins
• 9 a.m. – Still exhibit judg- ing starts; Dog Care Field
er” initiative to inspire high school students to pursue higher education, whether it’s a university, community col- lege, a professional training program or the military. May 2 is the official day nationally.
“You send us your best and look what they've done."
– RHS Principal John Ahlin expressing gratitude to parents at College Signing Day
In addition to the RHS se- niors feted on April 30, other Reedley High seniors will be attending two-year commu- nity colleges are planning to attend two-year community colleges, go into training pro- grams or join the military.
Reedley High’s Class of 2018 will graduate in a cere- mony to be held on Thursday, May 31.
Chapa told the seniors and
Day begins; and Livestock Achievement Day starts
• 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Games and other interactive, entertaining events will be held
• Noon – A costume con- test for dogs small animals and goats
• 12:15-1 p.m.– Approxi- mate time to view the still exhibits
• 1 p.m. – Awards assem- bly for the still exhibits.
the audience that an education “is the most valuable asset a person can ever have.
“It is something they will have their entire life, helping them understand the world around them and giving them the tools they need to adapt to challenges and changes they encounter.”
RHS Principal John Ah- lin expressed gratitude to the parents. “We cannot do this without you,” he said. “You send us your best and look what they’ve done.”
Lorena Orozco, who was one of the speakers at the cer- emony, has a full ride scholar- ship to Stanford University.
Other seniors are going to the University of California campuses in Berkeley, San Di- ego and Davis; Fresno State; Arizona State University; Brigham Young University; California State University, Fullerton; and Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo.
John Campbell, super- intendent of the Kings Can- yon Unified School District
See SIGNING page B5
Phil Hud-
son Senior
Room weekdays, 9 a.m. to noon, at the senior center. You’ll also have to sign a waiver.
Payments will be accept- ed by check or money order made to The City of Reed- ley. The Reedley Commu- nity Services Department is sponsoring the trip.
Café Bistro / Billiards
Bring a friend and enjoy a fresh cup of coffee and a danish and play a game of pool. We play at 9 a.m. Mon- days to Fridays at the senior center.
What Does HICAP Do?
The Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program, a nonprofit organi- zation, can assist with Medi- care health plan compari- sons and prescription drug plans. HICAP provides free education, counseling and advocacy services to people with Medicare.
A counselor can assist you with Medicare Savings Programs, Extra Help, and Share of Cost with Medi- care assistance programs. A counselor is at the senior center Tuesday mornings.
Call the senior center for an appointment at (559) 637- 4207.
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2 Mile Walk 5 K Run!!
For Jesus
Saturday May 19, 2018
A fundraising event to bene t CIA students attending youth conference this summer.
Reedley College (Event near softball eld) Walking/Run on Cross Country Course
Registration 6:45 am Pre-Registration at Pack & Ship Authority
(1630 E. Manning Ave, Reedley Ca 93654)
Fee $20.00 per person
Prayer and Blessing of Participants 7:45 am Walk/Run 8:00 am
All races are non-competitive
$1.00 drawings day of the event
For more Information please contact Dale M. (559) 304-2324
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