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| Tue - May 01 |
MAY DAY Celebrated on the first of May around the world |
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| Tue - May 01 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
CofC TOURISM ALLIANCE The Tourism Alliance of Madera, a Madera Chamber of Commerce committee works in partnership with the Yosemite Sierra Visitors Bureau to discuss strategies and promote tourism, agri-tourism and local businesses to visitors to Madera County. Anyone interested in joining the Tourism Alliance is welcome to attend, for more information, feel free to contact the Committee Chairperson Jarrod Lyman at jarrod@yosemitethisyear.com or Debi Bray, CEO/President, Madera Chamber of Commerce at dbray@maderachamber.com or the Chamber Office at (559) 673-3563. LOCATION VARIES... visit www.maderachamber.com/content/view/877/240 |
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| Wed - May 02 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Madera Flea Market & Swap Meet Spaces are 20x20 feet, corner spaces are extra. Extra fee to sell beverages. Items sold include produce, new and used items, food and drinks. Reservations are available, call Bill & Karol Hargrove, 559-213-4554, or visit www.maderafleamarket.com TIME: Wednesdays, 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: Madera District Fairgrounds, 1850 West Cleveland Avenue, Madera (Highway 99 at Cleveland Avenue) |
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| Thu - May 03 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM |
National Day of Prayer - Mayor's Prayer Breakfast The Madera Chamber of Commerce and the Madera Ministerial Association present the annual Mayors Prayer Breakfast on May 3rd at the Madera District Fairgrounds Hatfield Hall, 1850 W. Cleveland Avenue, Madera. The event will be from 7:00 a.m to 8:30 a.m. Special Guest is Mayor Brett Frazier and Guest Speak is Gary Beene. Tickets are available at the Chamber Office, 120 N. E Street, Madera. Tickets are $12.50 and included breakfast. For more details call the Chamber Office at (559) 673-3563. |
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| Thu - May 03 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
Senior Celebration The Madera Chamber of Commerce and the Madera Ministerial Association will host a Senior Celebration at the VFW Hall, 2026 N. Granada Drive, Madera from 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. This years Celebration Speaker is John Yakligian. Senior Guest 55 and older are FREE, but still need a ticket to attend. For guest under 55 tickets are $2.00. To recieve your free ticket or to purchase tickets, come by the Chamber office or call to order your ticket(s) at (559) 673-3563. |
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| Fri - May 04 |
F.A.N. Club High School Athletic Awards The F.A.N. Club will continue to recognize the Model High School Coach of the Year and the Kenny Taylor Most Inspirational Athletes award annually. This event will be held on the first Friday in May at the John W. Wells Youth Center located at 701 East 5th Street in Madera. Memorabilia and awards from previous Hall of Fame Induction classes are permanently housed at the Youth Center. For more information about these awards, visit the F.A.N. Club page on the Madera Chamber website. For more information about this Awards ceremony, contact Bill Dawson at (559) 479-1649 or Staci Martines at (559) 647-8332 |
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| Fri - May 04 |
California State University - Marketing Group California State University Hip Chicks Marketing are attempting to break a Guinness World Record on May 4, 2012. The event will take place at ApCal, 32749 Avenue 7, Madera, CA. |
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| Sat - May 05 |
CINCO DE MAYO May 5th, annually |
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| Sat - May 05 -- Sun - May 06 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
THE MADERA RELAY FOR LIFE AND THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY American Cancer Society invites you to help us fight back with a 24 hour event on Saturday May 5, 2012 at 10 a.m. until Sunday May 6, 2012 at 10 a.m. at Town and Country Park, Howard Road, Madera. For more informaion and registration visit: www.relayforlife.org |
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| Sat - May 05 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
MADERA BREAKFAST LIONS CLUB - FUNDRAISER Join the Madera Breakfast Lions Club in a Brew-fest Fundraiser at the Madera District Fairground, 1850 West Cleveland Avenue, Madera on Saturday May 5, 2012 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Entertainment provided by Yard Dogs. Tickets are $25 per person. Details about this event will be posted soon. |
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| Sun - May 06 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Madera Flea Market & Swap Meet Spaces are 20x20 feet, corner spaces are extra. Extra fee to sell beverages. Items sold include produce, new and used items, food and drinks. Reservations are available, call Bill & Karol Hargrove, 559-213-4554, or visit www.maderafleamarket.com TIME: Sundays, 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: Madera District Fairgrounds, 1850 West Cleveland Avenue, Madera (Highway 99 at Cleveland Avenue) |
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| Tue - May 08 |
Camarena Health - 18th Annual Memorial Scholarship Awards Reception Camarena Health is having their Annual Scholarship Award Reception on Tuesday May 8, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Rooms of Camarena Health, 344 E. Sixth Street, Madera. |
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| Wed - May 09 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Madera Flea Market & Swap Meet Spaces are 20x20 feet, corner spaces are extra. Extra fee to sell beverages. Items sold include produce, new and used items, food and drinks. Reservations are available, call Bill & Karol Hargrove, 559-213-4554, or visit www.maderafleamarket.com TIME: Wednesdays, 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: Madera District Fairgrounds, 1850 West Cleveland Avenue, Madera (Highway 99 at Cleveland Avenue) |
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| Thu - May 10 8:45 AM - 11:45 AM |
Free Government Contracting Workshop for Small Businesses There has never been a better time for you to do business with the Federal government, the world’s biggest purchaser of goods and services. If you are exploring opportunities that exist for your business or have just started selling to Federal agencies, the upcoming workshops are for you. Learn how to make your way through the procurement process and compete effectively for your share of the Federal government’s business. There will be an overview of SBAs various contracting programs including the 8(a) Program and HUBZone Program along with contracting information for women-owned and veteran-owned businesses. The SBA Surety Bond Guarantee Program will also be discussed at the workshop. Location: U. S. Small Business Administration, 801 R Street, Suite 201, 2nd Floor, Fresno. Date:Thursday, May 10th. Time: 8:45 a.m. - 11:45 am. FREE PARKING IS AVAILABLE ON R STREET. Reservations are required as seating is limited. To make a reservation, contact William Hori at (559) 487-5791 or at william.hori@sba.gov. For additional information on SBA products and services please contact the Fresno District Office at (559) 487-5791 or visit us at www.sba.gov. |
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| Sat - May 12 |
9th Annual Charitable Kiwanis Mothers' Day 2/5 Mile Run - Walk On May 12, 2012 the Kiwanis Club will be hosting a 2/5 Mile Run - Walk at the Madera County Sheriffs Office at 14143 Road 28, Madera. Participants can sign up for the 2 mile, 5 mile and one of two Kids Kourses which emphasize and promote parent-child shared exercise. Race Pre-registration will be available at local retailers. Call Andrea Quintero at 673-1010 for specific questions or www.greaterkiwanis.com All proceeds raised from the annual Mothers Day Run benefit youth programs in Madera County. |
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| Sat - May 12 12:00 AM |
Flatlander's Day Parade Madera Ranchos is hosting their Flatlanders Day Parade on May 12. For more information call the Golden Valley Chamber of Commerce at (559) 645-4001. |
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| Sat - May 12 9:00 AM |
Jesse Owen Games The Annual Jesse Owen Games on May 12, 2012 at Martin Luther King School, 601 Lilly Street, Madera. Registration at 9:00 a.m, Games begin at 10:00 a.m. For more information contact: Donald Holley (559) 674-9787 or (559) 706-9394. |
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| Sat - May 12 -- Sun - May 13 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Meet The Winemaker Weekend The Madera Vintners Associations family wineries are proud to present the Madera Wine Trails Meet the Winemaker Weekend on May 12th and 13th, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Presale tickets are $25. Tickets purchased the day of the event $35. For more information call 800.613.0709 or visit www.maderawinetrail.com Designated Drivers are always Welcome on the Madera Wine Trail, and they are always free. Be sure to ask for a Designated Drivers Madera Wine Trail VIPs kit at your first stop on the Trail |
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| Sun - May 13 |
MOTHER'S DAY 2nd Sunday in May, annually |
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| Sun - May 13 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Madera Flea Market & Swap Meet Spaces are 20x20 feet, corner spaces are extra. Extra fee to sell beverages. Items sold include produce, new and used items, food and drinks. Reservations are available, call Bill & Karol Hargrove, 559-213-4554, or visit www.maderafleamarket.com TIME: Sundays, 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: Madera District Fairgrounds, 1850 West Cleveland Avenue, Madera (Highway 99 at Cleveland Avenue) |
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| Mon - May 14 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
BUSINESS & ED MTG Business & Education Committee... supporting the link between Business and Education - the Business & Education Committee meets on the second Monday of each month at Round Table Pizza at 12:00 noon. For more information, contact Debi Bray at dbray@maderachamber.com or call (559) 673-3563. DAY & TIME: 2nd Monday of each month LOCATION: Round Table Pizza, 1930 Howard Road, Suite 101, Madera |
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| Tue - May 15 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Camarena Health - Health Fair in Celebration of Nation Women's Health Week Camarena Health is joining the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in celebrating National Woman’s Health week. On Tuesday, May 15, 2012, Camarena Health will host a Health Fair in celebration of Women’s Health Week. The celebration will be held in the main parking lot across from the offices located at 344 E. 6th Street, Madera, CA 93638. From 9am to 12pm, the community of Madera will have access to free blood pressure checks, blood sugar checks, nutritional education and several other health related services. The goal is to provide a fun environment to celebrate and engage members of the community. National Women’s Health Week is a week long celebration that brings communities, businesses, government, health organizations, and several other important groups together. One of the main goals is to empower women to take charge of their health. Setting both physical and mental health as a top priority in their lives is essential to improving the overall quality of life. National Women’s Health week 2012 has chosen the theme of “It’s Your Time.” According to Paulo Soares, CEO of Camarena Health, “It is important for women to take an active role in managing their health. Many times they put their health on the back burner in order to take care of their families. By making health a priority, women are teaching the members of their families to do the same.” More information about services offered as well as upcoming events can be found at www.camareanahealth.org |
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| Wed - May 16 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Madera Flea Market & Swap Meet Spaces are 20x20 feet, corner spaces are extra. Extra fee to sell beverages. Items sold include produce, new and used items, food and drinks. Reservations are available, call Bill & Karol Hargrove, 559-213-4554, or visit www.maderafleamarket.com TIME: Wednesdays, 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: Madera District Fairgrounds, 1850 West Cleveland Avenue, Madera (Highway 99 at Cleveland Avenue) |
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| Wed - May 16 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
AMBASSADOR CORPS The Ambassador Corps is the Volunteer Public Relations, Communications and Membership Arm of the Madera Chamber of Commerce. Their meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 4:00 p.m. at the Chamber Office located at 120 North E Street in Madera. To be an Ambassador or for more information, call Debi Bray at(559) 673-3563. |
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| Thu - May 17 -- Sun - May 20 |
Chowchilla Fair The Annual Chowchilla Fair will be May 17 - 20. |
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| Thu - May 17 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
Valley Teen Ranch 25th Anniversary Celebration Valley Teen Ranch is going to celebrate thier 25th anniversary by having an event at the new Fresno Convention Center, 848 M. Street in Fresno on May 17, 2012. Our special guest speaker at the dinner will be Mr. Stedman Graham, a New York Times best-selling author, educator, businessman, and speaker. Our celebration will include a dinner, an inspiring presentation from Stedman Graham, the history of Valley Teen Ranch, a newly released video of Valley Teen Ranch, as well as an opportunity to meet many of our Valley Teen Ranch alumni. This inspiring event will be from 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., with ticket cost $75 per person. Please visit our website at www.valleyteenranch.org for more information. |
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| Sat - May 19 |
ARMED FORCES DAY Third Saturday in May - This is simply a day to salute sharply to all of the men and women in all branches of the service who protect our country and you. |
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| Sat - May 19 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
2nd Annual Spring Craft Show Catholic Daughters of the Americas is hosting their Annual Spring Craft Show at Holly Spouses Hall, 310 North I Street, Madera. This years event will host 60 participants offering unique handmade arts and crafts. Food will be sold at the event by the Catholic Daughters of the Americans. Proceeds from this event benefit local charities. If you create unique handmade art or crafts and interested in a vendor booth, please call Norma at (559) 481-2197 or (559) 674-2930. Booth space are 10ft x 10ft, with 8ft table and 2 chairs for $25. |
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| Sat - May 19 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Master Gardeners - Compost, Vermiculture & Lasagna Gardens Contests: Join Master Gardens, Steve Gabbard and Mary-Allen Macneil on Saturday, May 19th for a workshop on composting, vermiculture and lasagna gardening. Madera Community College Center, 30277 Avenue 12, Madera. Room R4C (Parking lot C). Call (559) 675-7879 ext. 210 for more information or email at mgmadera@ucdavis,edu. |
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| Sun - May 20 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Madera Flea Market & Swap Meet Spaces are 20x20 feet, corner spaces are extra. Extra fee to sell beverages. Items sold include produce, new and used items, food and drinks. Reservations are available, call Bill & Karol Hargrove, 559-213-4554, or visit www.maderafleamarket.com TIME: Sundays, 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: Madera District Fairgrounds, 1850 West Cleveland Avenue, Madera (Highway 99 at Cleveland Avenue) |
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| Wed - May 23 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Madera Flea Market & Swap Meet Spaces are 20x20 feet, corner spaces are extra. Extra fee to sell beverages. Items sold include produce, new and used items, food and drinks. Reservations are available, call Bill & Karol Hargrove, 559-213-4554, or visit www.maderafleamarket.com TIME: Wednesdays, 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: Madera District Fairgrounds, 1850 West Cleveland Avenue, Madera (Highway 99 at Cleveland Avenue) |
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| Thu - May 24 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Workforce Invest Board Exec Comm Madera County Workforce Investment Board Executive Committee� The Executive Committee meets monthly, as needed, on the fourth Thursday of the meeting month. All meetings begin at 3:00 p.m. at the Madera County Workforce Assistance Center Executive Conference Room, 441 E. Yosemite Avenue, Madera, CA 93638 unless otherwise stated. Additional information and Agenda documents can be found on the Workforce Investment Board website located at www.maderawac.org/Workforce_Investment_Board/Public_Meetings/Workforce+Investment+Board.htm or call (559) 662-4589 |
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| Fri - May 25 |
MUSD No School Memorial Day Holiday - for more information contact your school site or visit the Madera Unified School District website www.madera.k12.ca.us |
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| Sun - May 27 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Madera Flea Market & Swap Meet Spaces are 20x20 feet, corner spaces are extra. Extra fee to sell beverages. Items sold include produce, new and used items, food and drinks. Reservations are available, call Bill & Karol Hargrove, 559-213-4554, or visit www.maderafleamarket.com TIME: Sundays, 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: Madera District Fairgrounds, 1850 West Cleveland Avenue, Madera (Highway 99 at Cleveland Avenue) |
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| Mon - May 28 |
MUSD No School Memorial Day Holiday - for more information contact your school site or visit the Madera Unified School District website www.madera.k12.ca.us |
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| Mon - May 28 |
CHAMBER BOARD MTG Chamber of Commerce Board Meetings are usually held on the last Monday of every month. For more information, call (559) 673-3563 DATE & TIME: Last Monday of every month LOCATION: Round Table Pizza, 1930 Howard Road, Ste. 101, Madera. |
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| Mon - May 28 |
MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVED - OFFICE CLOSED Officially celebrated on the last Monday in May (traditionally May 30th) - Memorial Day is dedicated to service men and women who gave their lives for freedom and country. It is also a time to remember loved ones who have passed away. The roots of Memorial Day go back to 1865 and the end of the Civil War. The National Moment of Remembrance encourages Americans to pause wherever they are at 3 p.m. local time on Memorial Day for a minute of silence, to remember and honor those who have died in service to the nation |
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| Wed - May 30 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Madera Flea Market & Swap Meet Spaces are 20x20 feet, corner spaces are extra. Extra fee to sell beverages. Items sold include produce, new and used items, food and drinks. Reservations are available, call Bill & Karol Hargrove, 559-213-4554, or visit www.maderafleamarket.com TIME: Wednesdays, 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: Madera District Fairgrounds, 1850 West Cleveland Avenue, Madera (Highway 99 at Cleveland Avenue) |