Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in Fresno and beyond.
Friday
Fresno Filmworks presents Faces Places
Where: Tower Theatre
When: 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. Friday
What: French documentary Faces Places follows Agnes Varda and photographer and muralist J.R. on their journey through rural France as they photograph locals.
Details: Advance tickets cost $10 general and $8 for students and seniors, and they can be purchased by check or cash at the Tower Theatre box office, 815 E. Olive Ave. [More]
Intro to Soldering – Flickering Flame
Where: Root Access Hackerspace
When: 6 p.m. Friday
What: Soldering is a fundamental skill for any sort of electronics work, and this class will teach you how to safely solder components onto a circuit board.
Details: Cost is $15. Kid friendly. [More]
Shamanic Journey Drum Circle
Where: The Dawn of Time, 2904 E. Fedora Ave., Fresno
When: 6:30 p.m. Friday
What: This circle is an introduction to sacred drumming and shamanic journeying for men and women. The first few meetings are an opportunity to learn the “shamanic journey technique” and connect with your power animals, guides and teachers.
Details: [More]
Harlem Globetrotters
Where: Save Mart Center
When: 7 p.m. Friday
What: Basketball game and show.
Details: Cost is $18.50 to 40.50. [More]
Jammin’ with DJ Roeski
Where: Tioga-Sequoia Brewing Co.
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday
What: An eclectic mix of music to feed the soul.
Details: Free admission. Chicken Shack food truck will be on site. [More]
80’s Night w/ DJ Leonard
Where: Goldstein’s Mortuary & Delicatessen
When: 9 p.m. Friday
What: New wave 80s music.
Details: [More]
Saturday
Tottenham vs. Everton
Where: Tower Sports Club
When: 9:30 a.m. Saturday
What: Soccer match.
Details: [More]
The Big Gay Cabaret
Where: Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 2101 N. Fruit Ave., Fresno
When: 3 p.m. Saturday
What: Come witness some of Fresno’s most talented LGBTQA performers sing, dance, and act in order to raise money for June’s Pride celebration.
Details: Donations accepted at the door. [More]
Black Sands Belly Dance Benefit for Rape Crisis Services Fresno
Where: California Arts Academy – Severance Theater, 1401 N. Wishon Ave., Fresno
When: 4 p.m. Saturday
What: The dancers of Black Sands Belly Dance will be performing alongside guest dancers. Bring your dancing shoes for open-floor.
Details: This is a benefit for Rape Crisis Services Fresno, so please donate what you can to help support this amazing local service, which has been offering rape counseling and advocacy services to Fresno since 1973. [More]
Shelter Goth Night with Ghost Noise, Wire Spine, Mannequin
Where: Strummer’s
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
What: Live music.
Details: Cost is $5. All ages. [More]
Slice of Comedy Headlining Greg “G” Williams
Where: DiCicco’s, 408 Clovis Ave., Clovis
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
What: Greg “G” Williams is working diligently to be a breath of fresh air by taking a different path into the world of comedy. His comedic style arises from his day-to-day life as a male nurse.
Details: Tickets are $15. [More]
Rockville
Where: Goldstein’s Mortuary & Delicatessen
When: 9 p.m. Saturday
What: Live music.
Details: [More]
R&B Night At Switch Lounge And Club With DJ Kay Rich
Where: Switch Lounge And Nightclub
When: 9:30 p.m. Saturday
What: R&B music.
Details: Free before 10 p.m. Dress code enforced. [More]
Sunday
The Killer Dueling Pianos
Where: Engelmann Cellars, Fresno
When: Noon Sunday
What: Live music.
Details: Cost is $7. [More]
Live Music with Marie Wilson Solo
Where: Toca Madera Winery
When: 1 p.m. Sunday
What: Come sip on some wine and enjoy the musical sounds of Marie Wilson Solo.
Details: Free admission. Kid friendly. [More]
2018 Food Not Bombs Fundraising Party
Where: Full Circle Brewing Co.
When: 5 p.m. Sunday
What: Potluck and music from Blake Jones and the Trike Shop, Anton Barbeau, and the John Clifton Blues Band.
Details: Cost is $10 donation. Kid friendly. [More]
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