Travel, Leisure & Fun for South Valley Adults
Travel, Leisure & Fun for South Valley Adults
The Visalia Senior Center hosted its annual Senior Center Fall Open House on October 13. Seniors enjoyed lunch and conversation at the event, after having gathered information from the many vendors tables and before the raffle. (Photo by Kiley Arce)
The Mighty Oak Chorus has a busy December planned. In addition to hosting their 4th Annual Christmas Special on December 9 and performing at Main Street Hanford's 'Wine & Chocolate' Christmas event from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, December 1, they will present their traditional free Christmas caroling performances on Monday nights at senior homes in Tulare County from November 27 to December 18.
Through December 27 – Austin McKinzie Solo Exhibition
This solo exhibition continues at CACHE, 125 South B St., Exeter. Admission is free. For more information, call (559) 592-5900 or visit http://cach-exeter.org/events.
November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 – Senior Pride Bingo Sundays
This event is held at the Visalia Veterans Memorial Building, 609 W. Center St., Visalia, Doors open at 11:15 a.m. For more info, call (559) 651-6714.
November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24 – Zumba
City of Hanford Parks and Community Services hosts this free program from 6-7 p.m. in the Civic Auditorium, 400 N. Douty St., Hanford, twice a week. For more information, call (559) 585-2525.
November 4, 11, 18, 25 – Veterans Coffee
American Legion Sierra Post 785 will host these events in the Veterans Memorial Building, 609 W. Center Ave., Visalia at 0630 hours. For more info, call (559) 362-2614.
Thursday, November 5 – Coffee with Veterans
Village at Mill Creek, 2950 E. Douglas Ave., Visalia, will host this event for all veterans, families and community members starting at 9:30 a.m. For more info, call (559) 625-6001.
Thursday, November 5 – 25th Annual Eagle Mountain Casino Golf Tournament
This charity fundraising event will once again be held at River Island Country Club, 31989 River Island Dr., Porterville, beginning at 8 a.m. For registration or sponsorship information, visit https://eaglemtncasino.com/community-2.
November 5, 12, 19 – Thankful Thursday Coffee
Walnut Park and Bristol Hospice Ave., Visalia, will host these events at 4119 W. Walnut Ave., Visalia. For more info, call (559) 283-2566.
November 5, 12, 19, 26 – Treat Bingo
This event, where the prizes are delicious goodies, will be held at the Visalia Senior Center, 310 N. Locust St., Visalia, 10-11 a.m. For more information, call (559) 713-4365.
November 5, 12, 19 – Thursday Night Dances
These dances, featuring music by Trick Shot, are held 7-10 p.m. at the Porterville Veterans Memorial Building, 1900 W. Olive Ave., Porterville. Tickets are $5. For more information, call (559) 791-7695.
Thursday, November 5 – "American State Papers: A Resource for Early American Research"
The Sequoia Genealogical Society and Pamela Bell-Dallas will present a 6 p.m. program about papers that contain legislative and executive documents from the early years of the United States government, covering the period from 1789 to 1838. Refreshments will follow. This free event will be held at the Tulare Public Library, 475 M St. in Tulare. For more info, call (559) 685-4518.
Friday, November 6 – Fall Into Wellness Community Resource Fair
Sierra Hills Retirement Community, 2500 W. Henderson Ave., Porterville, will host this event, featuring information about local resources, community services and wellness opportunities, seasonal crafts, free food, a free raffle and live entertainment. For more info, call (559) 616-2700.
Friday, November 6 – F1rst Friday
F1rst Friday in Downtown Visalia, in partnership with the Arts Consortium, will present this free community event with art, food and fun from 5-8 p.m. For more information, visit http://www.artsconsortium.org/calendar.
Friday, November 6, 13, 20, 27 – Friday Night Dances
The Tulare Senior Community Center, 201 North F St., Tulare, will host this weekly event from 6-9 p.m. There is a $10 entry fee. For more information, call (559) 685-2330.
November 6-7 – Visalia Gleaning Seniors Yard Sale
Visalia Gleaning Seniors will host this sale from 8 a.m. to noon at the Gleaner Yard, 28600 Road 156 in Visalia. For more information, call (559) 733-5352.
November 6-14 – A Retrospective of Sharon Moran
Arts Visalia will present this exhibition, pairing Moran's paintings with her favorite inspirational quotes, at 214 E. Oak Ave., Visalia. For more information, visit http://www.artsvisalia.org or call (559) 739-0905.
Saturday, November 7 – Walk with a Doc
This informational walk and talk, sponsored by the Corcoran Chamber of Commerce and the Corcoran Hospital District, will begin at the Corcoran Chamber, 1040 Whitley Ave., Corcoran, at 9 a.m. The topic this month is “Diabetes.” For more info, call (559) 302-7176.
Wednesday, November 11 – Valley Renal Support Group
The only kidney support group in four counties will meet at Evolution's Gym, 1425 E. Prosperity Ave., Tulare, from 6:30-8 p.m. The meeting will also be on Zoom. For information, email Jennifer at meow.2000@yahoo.com.
November 12 - January 2 – Winter Wonderland Art Exhibit and Vintage Train Exhibit
The Tulare Historical Museum, 444 W. Tulare Ave., Tulare, will host these exhibits. For more information, call (559) 686-2074.
Thursday, November 12 – Bingo Night
Exeter Woman's Club will host this event at 201 Kaweah Ave., Exeter. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call (559) 827-1933.
November 13, 27 – Bunco
This free activity will be held at the Visalia Senior Center, 310 N. Locust St., Visalia, at 1:30 p.m. For more information, call (559) 713-4365.
Saturday, November 14 – Walk with a Doc
This informational walk and talk sponsored by Kaweah Health and held at Blain Park, 3101 S. Court St., Visalia, begins with registration at 8 a.m., followed by a warm-up at 8:15 a.m., and “Talk with a Doc” at 8:30 a.m. The topic this month is “Diabetes & Oral Health.” For more information, call (559) 624-2758.
Saturday, November 14 – "Long Term Care Insurance: What It Is - How It Works - When to Use It"
Quail Park on Cypress will host this informative session with Bill Goodreau from New York Life Insurance in its Activity Room, 4250 W. Cypress Ave., Visalia, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. To RSVP or for more information, call (559) 624-3511.
Saturday, November 14 – Visalia Remembered: A Guided Cemetery Walk
Participants will step into Visalia's past at Visalia Public Cemetery to discover the lives, legacies and stories of the pioneers, veterans and community leaders who shaped the city. The event is from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, call (559) 734-6181.
November 14-15 – Rusty Roots Show Christmas Market
This event, featuring arts and crafts, clothes, antiques, jewelry, furniture and more on sale, will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, at the Tulare County Fairgrounds, 620 S. K St., Tulare. For tickets or more information, visit http://www.rustyrootsshow.com.
Monday, November 16 – Exeter Caregiver/Dementia Support Group
Quail Park on Cypress will present this 10:30 a.m. monthly session, facilitated by Kimberly Jensen, in the Café at Rocky Hill Community Church, 237 South E St., Exeter. For more information, call (559) 737-7443.
Monday, November 16 – "Community of Care: Exeter's Four Hospitals"
The Center for Art, Culture & History (CACHE) will host this 7 p.m. presentation by Dwight Miller at 125 South B St., Exeter.
For more information, call (559)
592-5900.
Tuesday, November 17 – Tulare Caregiver/Dementia Support Group
Quail Park on Cypress will present this 12:30 p.m. monthly session at the First Baptist Church, 469 N. Cherry St., Room 15, Tulare. For information, call (559) 737-7443.
Tuesday, November 17 – Visalia Caregiver/Dementia Support Group
Quail Park on Cypress, 4520 W. Cypress, Visalia, will host this 10:30 a.m. monthly session. For more information, call (559) 737-7443.
Tuesday, November 17 – Grief Support Group
American Quality Life Hospice will present this 5:30 p.m. monthly session at Salser & Dillard Life Event Center, 135 E. Caldwell Ave., Visalia. Volunteers needed. For information, call (559) 409-2665.
Friday, November 20 – Prize B-I-N-G-O
This event will be held at the Visalia Senior Center, 310 N. Locust St., Visalia, at 1:30 p.m. There is a $5 admission fee. For more information, call (559) 713-4365.
Saturday, November 21 – Walk with a Doc
This informational walk and talk, sponsored by Altura Centers for Health, will be held at Shelter #4 in Del Lago Park, 1700 N. Laspina St. in Tulare from 8-9:30 a.m. The topic this month is “Diabetes.” For more information, call (559) 686-9097.
Saturday, November 21– "Visalia Stories: A Walk Through Time"
Historian (and columnist for The Good Life) Terry Ommen will share memorable stories, historic photos and fun facts about the people and places that make downtown Visalia unique. After hearing the stories, participants will pick up a map and explore the featured locations on a self-guided walk through downtown at their own pace. The event begins at Garden Street Plaza at 10 a.m.
Wednesday, November 25 – Thanksgiving Luncheon
This event will be held at the Visalia Senior Center, 310 N. Locust St., Visalia, at 11 a.m. The cost for Visalia residents 55+ is $8. Tickets must be purchased in advance. For more information, call (559) 713-4365.
December 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 – Zumba
City of Hanford Parks and Community Services hosts this free program from 6-7 p.m. in the Civic Auditorium, 400 N. Douty St., Hanford. For more information, call (559) 585-2525.
Wednesday, December 2 – Bristol Bingo
Sierra Hills Retirement Community, 2500 W. Henderson Ave., Porterville, will host bingo starting at 6:30 p.m. Optional dinner is at 5 p.m. All ages welcome. For more info, call (559) 616-2700.
December 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – Veterans Coffee
American Legion Sierra Post 785 will host these events in the Veterans Memorial Building, 609 W. Center Ave., Visalia at 0630 hours. For more info, call (559) 362-2614.
December 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – Bingo
The Tulare Senior Community Center, 201 N. F St., Tulare, will host bingo starting at 1 p.m. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. For more info, call (559) 685-2330.
Thursday, December 3 – "Let Heaven & Nature Sing" – The 2026 Festival of Trees
This benefit fundraising event, featuring live and silent actions, hors d'ouevres, wine tasting, craft beers, specialty coffee and a sweets shop, will be held at St. Anthony’s Retreat Center in Three Rivers. For tickets ($50 per person) or more info, visit http://www.stanthonyretreat.org or call (559) 561-4595. (See ad on page 13.)
December 3, 10, 17 – Thursday Night Dances
These dances, featuring music by Trick Shot, are held 7-10 p.m. at the Porterville Veterans Memorial Building, 1900 W. Olive Ave., Porterville. Tickets are $5. For more information, call (559) 791-7695.
Friday, December 4 – "Trees of Hope"
San Joaquin Valley College and other sponsors will present this "Elegant Evening of Holiday Magic & Community Impact" a benefit fundraising event for CSET, featuring a gourmet dinner, live music and dancing, and silent and live Christmas auctions, at the Visalia Convention Center beginning at 6 p.m. For more information, call (559) 732-4194.
December 4-5 – Visalia Gleaning Seniors Yard Sale
Visalia Gleaning Seniors will host this sale from 8 a.m. to noon at the Gleaner Yard, 28600 Road 156 in Visalia. For more information, call (559) 733-5352.
Friday, December 4 – Wine & Chocolate Tasting
Main Street Hanford will host this annual event, featuring live music by local bands, artists, and wine and gourmet chocolate tasting at participating downtown businesses. For tickets or more information, visit http://www.mainstreethanford.com or call (559) 582-9457.
Friday, December 4 – F1rst Friday
F1rst Friday in Downtown Visalia, in partnership with the Arts Consortium, will present this free community event with art, food and fun from 5-8 p.m. For more information, visit http://www.artsconsortium.org/calendar.
Friday, December 4, 11, 18 – Friday Night Dances
The Tulare Senior Community Center, 201 North F St., Tulare, will host this weekly event from 6-9 p.m. There is a $10 entry fee. For more information, call (559) 685-2330.
Saturday, December 5 – Walk with a Doc
This informational walk and talk, sponsored by the Corcoran Chamber of Commerce and the Corcoran Hospital District, will begin at the Corcoran Chamber, 1040 Whitley Ave., Corcoran, at 9 a.m. The topic this month is “Suicide Prevention.” For more information, call (559) 302-7176.
Sunday, December 6 – Silent Comedies with Dave Moreno on the Mighty Wurlitzer Pipe Organ
The Hanford Fox Theatre will present this old-fashioned night at the movies beginning at 4 p.m. Films include "Big Business" (1929), "Santa Claus" (1925), "Christmas Toyshop" (1945) and "Good Cheer" (1926). Tickets are $15 down-stairs, $20 balcony (21+ only). For more information, call the Hanford Fox at (559) 584-7423 or visit http://www.foxhanford.com
December 6, 13, 20 – Senior Pride Bingo Sundays
This event is held at the Visalia Veterans Memorial Building, 609 W. Center St., Visalia, Doors open at 11:15 a.m. For more info, call (559) 651-6714.
Wednesday, December 9 – Valley Renal Support Group
The only kidney support group in four counties will meet at Evolution's Gym, 1425 E. Prosperity Ave., Tulare, from 6:30-8 p.m. The meeting will also be on Zoom. For information, email Jennifer at meow.2000@yahoo.com.
Thursday, December 10 – Christmas Handbell Concert & Lunch
Venture, Gateway Church of Visalia's adult ministry, will host this event at 1100 S. Sowell St., Visalia, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The luncheon is $15 and the concert is free. (For more information, see ad on page 13.)
Thursday, December 10 – "Light Up a Life"
Adventist Health Home Care Services will host this tree lighting ceremony in support of hospice services, in the courtyard at Adventist Health Hanford, 115 Mall Dr., Hanford beginning at 6 p.m. For more information, see ad on page 12 or call (559) 537-2870.
Friday, December 11 – Prize B-I-N-G-O
This event will be held at the Visalia Senior Center, 310 N. Locust St., Visalia, at 1:30 p.m. There is a $5 admission fee. For more information, call (559) 713-4365.
Saturday, December 12 – Walk with a Doc
This informational walk and talk sponsored by Kaweah Health and held at Blain Park, 3101 S. Court St., Visalia, begins with registration at 8 a.m., followed by a warm-up at 8:15 a.m., and “Talk with a Doc” at 8:30 a.m. The topic this month is “Grief and the Holidays.” For more information, call (559) 624-2758.
Tuesday, December 15 – Tulare Caregiver/Dementia Support Group
Quail Park on Cypress will present this 12:30 p.m. monthly session at the First Baptist Church, 469 N. Cherry St., Room 15, Tulare. For information, call (559) 737-7443.
Tuesday, December 15 – Visalia Caregiver/Dementia Support Group
Quail Park on Cypress, 4520 W. Cypress, Visalia, will host this 10:30 a.m. monthly session. For more information, call (559) 737-7443.
Tuesday, December 15 – Grief Support Group
American Quality Life Hospice will present this 5:30 p.m. monthly session at Salser & Dillard Life Event Center, 135 E. Caldwell Ave., Visalia. Volunteers needed. For information, call (559) 409-2665.
Friday, December 18 – Christmas Luncheon
This event will be held at the Visalia Senior Center, 310 N. Locust St., Visalia, at 11:30 a.m. The cost for Visalia residents 55+ is $9.50. Tickets must be purchased in advance. For more info, call (559) 713-4365.
Saturday, December 19 – Walk with a Doc
This informational walk and talk, sponsored by Altura Centers for Health, will be held at Shelter #4 in Del Lago Park, 1700 N. Laspina St. in Tulare from 8-9:30 a.m. The topic this month is “STI's.” For more info, call (559) 686-9097.
Sunday, December 20 – An Irish Christmas
Tickets for the 3 p.m. performance at the Visalia Fox Theatre are $49.80 to $87. For tickets or more information, visit http://www.foxvisalia.org or call (559) 625-1369.
Monday, December 21 – Exeter Caregiver/Dementia Support Group
Quail Park on Cypress will present this 10:30 a.m. monthly session, facilitated by Kimberly Jensen, in the Café at Rocky Hill Community Church, 237 South E St., Exeter. For more information, call (559) 737-7443.
Saturday, January 2 – Walk with a Doc
This informational walk and talk, sponsored by the Corcoran Chamber of Commerce and the Corcoran Hospital District, will begin at the Corcoran Chamber, 1040 Whitley Ave., Corcoran, at 9 a.m. The topic this month is “Nutritional Health/Fighting Obesity.” For more information, call (559) 302-7176.
Thursday, January 7 – "New Year Kickoff & Soup Lunch"
Venture, Gateway Church of Visalia's adult ministry, will host this event, featuring music by Lon Hannah & the San Joaquin Junction at 1100 S. Sowell St., Visalia, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The luncheon is $15 and the concert is free. (For more information, see ad on page 13.)
Thursday, January 7 – "What’s New at Family Search"
The Sequoia Genealogical Society and Robert Givens will present a 6 p.m. program about what is happening at Family Search outside of AI. Refreshments will follow. This free event will be held at the Tulare Public Library, 475 M St. in Tulare. For more info, call (559) 685-4518.
Thursday, February 11 – 2027 Heart of Seniors
This event, which will feature a luncheon, a fashion show, informational booths and keynote speaker, will be held at the Wyndham Visalia Hotel, 900 W. Airport Dr., Visalia. (More information in our next issue.)
