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Calendar Events:

Through May 2, 2010 - Merced County Spring Fair aka The Mayday Fair or the Los Banos Spring Fair - April 28 - May 2, 2010 More information: Ron Brandt Fair Manager Email mailto:RBrandt@co.merced.ca.us 403 F St. Los Banos, CA 93635 Ph: (209) 826-5166 Fx: (209) 826-8737 source: http://www.co.merced.ca.us/index.aspx?nid=88 on Jan 2, 2010

May 1- Los Banos,CA Demilition Derby 707-485-8687 - 7 PM sources: http://dutchhollandracingpromotions.net/schedule.html and http://srt.suddenlaunch.com/index.cgi?board=westprom&action=display&num=1184864086 on Jan 2, 2010

May 1 Journey Unauthorized Concert - Journey Unauthorized returns to the Los Banos Spring Fair for a second year! source: http://www.journeyunauthorized.com/ viewed jan 2, 2010

May 3 - Elk's Pasta Feed (Source: Los Banos Enterprise)

May 3 - June 11 - Summer Softball League registration - For more info call 209-827-7034 ext. 21 (Source: City of Los Banos Parks and Recreations Division)

May 3 - July 9th - Soccer Sign Ups for ages 3-4 ($50) and 5-13 ($80). Sign up at Parks and Recreation 830 6th Street (209) 827-7034 (Source: Los Banos Recreation Guide)

May 5 - Los Banos City Council Meeting at City Hall Council Chambers at 7 p.m. Call 209-827-7000 for more info. (Source: http://www.losbanos.com/community.htm)

May 5 - Los Banos Sportsmen's Club Dinner - "The first Wednesday of each month is the regular dinner meeting night of the Los Banos Sportsmen’s Association. Guests are welcome. The bar opens at 6:30. Dinner is at 7:30 - $15.00 for members; $20.00 for guests." Source: http://www.losbanostrapshooting.com/schedule.html - -viewed Jan 2, 2010

May 6 - On Thursday May 6 at 7:00 PM the Los Banos Tea Party will host Susan Coston, Candidate for Merced County Superintendent of Schools at their monthly meeting. Susan will discuss the state of the schools and her plans to improve education in Merced County.
The Los Banos Tea Party meets at the Miller & Lux Building, 830 Main St., Los Banos, across from the BofA. Refreshments will be served. Free Admission, Donations appreciated. (Source: email from L.P.)

May 6 - National Day of Prayer in Council Chambers at noon

May 8-9 - Mother's Day in the Park will be held in Pacheco Park and feature craft booths, food and entertainment. (Source: 2010 Visitor's Guide)

May 9 - St. John's Mother's Day Brunch will be held at 10:30 a.m. (Source: Los Banos Enterprise)

May 11 - Meet your Republican Candidates Tuesday, May 11th  from 6:00PM - 8:00PM.
This free event will be held at the Al Gorman Community Center located at
745 Linden Ave. in Gustine. Please RSVP: Cory Tennant cory@corytennant.com
209-617-2197 (Source: email from S.T.)

May 12 - Planning Commission Meeting at City Hall Council Chambers at 7 p.m. Call 209-827-7000 for more info. (Source: http://www.losbanos.com/community.htm) The next public hearing of the new sign ordinance by the Planning Commission will be held at the City Council Chambers at City Hall on Wednesday, May 12, 2010, starting at 7:00pm.  It is very important that merchants give their opinions and ideas as to how the proposed ordinance will work best for them, if changes are to be made. (Source: Chamber of Commerce email)

May 12-Free library program: Elaine Post, director of the Los Banos RDA will give a talk about the future of Los Banos and how the RDA benefits Los Banos development. Program will be held at 7:46 PM at the library (7th and Pacheco). Free admission and refreshments. Source: library flier

May 14 - Ribbon Cutting

Pallavicino's
2160 E. Pacheco Blvd. St
Friday, 5/14/2010
11:30 AM (Source: Chamber email)

May 15 - The time has come again for Model Search for 2010 Fashion In Winterland Runway Show. We are seeking models ages 5-25 years of age.  This year's show will have ONLY 3 mandatory rehearsals dates prior to the Show. Designers will begin designing the clothing in June and July. You have three (3) dates in which to choose to attend the audition.  Please bring a photo and have name, size, & age on the back of the photo.  Please tell all of your friends & family about the auditions.  Please contact me via email if additional information is needed.

Auditions Dates are:
Saturday, May 15, 2010, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Saturday, May 29, 2010, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Saturday, June 5, 2010, 9:00 am- 12:00 noon

Auditions are held at
St. Alban's Anglican Church
(Parish Hall Building)
401 W. L. St.
Los Banos, CA 93635 (Source: email from E.G.)

May 15 - Habitat Workday and Yard Sale. Yard sale will start at 8 a.m. at 702 F Street. (Source: email from N. R.)

May 15 - Sister 2 Sister Tea Event at New Life Community Church at 2 p.m.. Tickets are $20 each. For tickets call Dorothy Moore at 209-675-1730(cell), 209-826-6110 (home) or Lisa Roper-Flyod at 209-752-9345. (Source: Los Banos Enterprise)

May 15- Crossroad's Church Anniversary will be celebrated at 6 p.m. The public is invited to 2160 E. Pacheco Blvd. Suite K. For more information call 209-710-8413 or visit www.xrdschurch.net (Source: Los Banos Enterprise)

May 15 - Los Banos High School Band Presents

Spring Into love
Annual SilentAuction,Dinner &Music
Saturday, May 15th, 2010
D.E.S. Hall
1155 "I" St. Los Banos, CA 93635
$20.00 per person
Doors open @ 5:30 PM
Dinner starts @ 7:00 PM
Music provided by
The Los Banos High School Jazz Band
For tickets, please call:
Becky Rioux (209) 827-4104 or (209) 829-2965 Roseandrea Williams (209) 617-5588 Shirley D. Brand (209) 667-2871

Make checks payable to; Los Banos Band Foundation (Source: Los Banos Chamber of Commerce email)

May 15: Fishing and Fun Day

Los Banos:  Fun will be the "catch of the day" on Saturday, May 15th at San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area.  The 21st Annual Kids' Fishing and Fun Day, hosted by the Department of Water Resources and California State Parks staff and volunteers, will be held at San Luis Creek on the O'Neill Forebay.  Bring the family and your fishing poles and enjoy a morning of fishing on the 'lake'.
Children ages 3 to 15 may sign in from 8:00 a.m. on.  Free bait is provided.  Also, each participant will receive a free lunch and other goodies.  There will be free pontoon boat rides (weather permitting).  Plus, kids may try 'gyotaku' the Japanese art of fish printing. Merchandise donated by Water Resources, Wal-Mart, and other local businesses will also be awarded as door prizes, starting at noon.  The only cost is the $10 state park Day Use Fee per car.  Besides your fishing poles, you may also want to bring sunscreen, folding chairs, and a camera.
To request a sign language interpreter or other auxiliary aids or services for people with disabilities, please contact Jennifer Morgan at (209) 827-5353 at least one week in advance.
This special recreation program is sponsored by California's Department of Water Resources, State Parks, and donations.  It marks the occasion of the annual May is "Water Awareness Month".  To reach the San Luis Creek area, take the San Luis Creek turn-off from Hwy. 152 at the O'Neill Forebay, and follow the signs.  (It is on the north side of Hwy. 152, 7 miles west of Hwy. 5.) For more information call Jennifer or Howard at (209) 827-5353, go online to www.parks.ca.gov/events and choose 'San Luis Reservoir', or write Jennifer Morgan at jmorgan@water.ca.gov  subject: Fishing Day. (Source: Chamber of Commerce email)

May 15 - "On Saturday, May 15th the band will be holding it's annual silent auction entitled "Spring Into Love". They are trying to raise funds to pay for their bills for the rest of the year and hopefully to start off next year as well. The Los Banos High School jazz band will be providing the music under the direction of Mr. Brand their band director. It should be an exciting evening filled with great food and plenty of surprises. The silent auction is one of their biggest fund raisers and hopefully they will reach their target amount of $6.000. We hope that you'll come out and support the band. It will take the whole community to make this night a sucess. Doors open at 5:30 and dinner is at 7:00. Bring a friend and enjoy a night of fun and laughter! " source email from sb LB band foundation 3-20-2010

May 16 - Dueling Pianos will be at the Ted Falasco Arts Center starting at 6:30 p.m. (Source: The Paper)

May 16 Basque Festival source: http://www.nabasque.org/Pages/nabo_news.htm on Jan 2, 2010

May 17- LB Soroptimist Annual Club Women's Awards Banquet - Source Los Banos Soroptimist Website on Jan 2, 2010
The event will be held at Espana’s Mexican Restaurant
1460 E. Pacheco Boulevard
6:00PM – No-host Social Hour 7:00PM – Dinner Served
7:30PM – Awards Ceremony
$20.00 – Per Person
Menu: Traditional Lasagna or Vegetarian Lasagna
Dinner Salad, Garlic Bread &Dessert
Soft Drinks & Coffee
Please Submit Your Reservation Donation & Dinner Preference by May 10, 2010 to:
SI of Los Banos, Attn: Sue Cardoza, PO Box 667, Los Banos, California 93635
For Further Information Contact: DJ Barcellos @ 209.587.1605 or email to djbarcellos @ hotmail.com (Source for additional info: email from D.B.)

May 18 - Los Banos Mini Storage Ribbon Cutting
Los Banos Mini Storage
2800 E. Pacheco Blvd.
Tuesday, 5/18/2010
10:00  AM (Source: Chamber email)

May 19 - A J Painting Ribbon Cutting
A J Painting
Chamber Office
Wednesday, 5/19/2010
10:00 AM (Source: Chamber email)

May 19 - Los Banos City Council Meeting at City Hall Council Chambers at 7 p.m. Call 209-827-7000 for more info. (Source: http://www.losbanos.com/community.htm)

May 19 - Golden Ager's Sonoma Trip departs - For more information call 209-826-0165. (Source: Los Banos Golden Age Club newsletter)

May 20 - Golden Age Club Dinner will be held at the exhibit building at the fairgrounds from 4:30 to 7:30 PM. $8 members, $9 non-members. Tickets must be purchased at Miller & Lux.

May 21 - AP History Class Wax Museum Event will be held at Henry Miller Plaza from 3:30 to 5:30 PM. (Source: Los Banos Enterprise)

May 21 - Quilter's Guild Trunk Show 5-8 pm - For info call 209-827-8929. (Source: Los Banos Chamber of Commerce Calendar Board)

May 22 - Lali Torres will sing in concert at Bethel Community Church from 7 to 10:30 p.m. The concert is free. For more info call: 209-723-2020. (Source: Los Banos Enterprise)

May 22 - Eagle Field Fresno Dragways Reunion Car Show '73 and ealier 1/8 mile drage race and car show - Dos Palos near Nees and Russel Ave.
Schedule:

• 7:00 AM Gates Open

• 8:00 AM Breakfast Begins

• 8:00 - 11:30 AM Tech

• Noon Racing Begins

• Admission $10 (kids under 13 free)

• Breakfast $10

Classes include: Stock, Modified, Muscle Car, Hot Rod (48 and earlier), Gassers, HAMB Dragster, Open Comp & Top Eliminator and the return of the 300' Mini Bike Drags! For more info:

Visit this thread or

lbrtoys@yahoo.com or

 call 559-442-0126
(Source: www.eaglefield.net)

May 22 - Quilter's Guild Workshop from 9 am to 2 pm. For info call 209-827-8929. (Source: Los Banos Chamber of Commerce Calendar Board)

May 22-23 "American Cancer Society Relay For Life Los Banos May 22nd - 23rd 2010 Loftin Statium Starting Lap 9am For info call Peggy Oliver 209-489-0674" Source - email from P.O. feb 8

May 23 - Spring Fest for St. Joseph's Youth groups from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the OLF School Hlall. For more information call Maria at 209-826-4016. (Source: Los Banos Enterprise)

May 23 - Portuguese Celebration - parade and traditional meal of sopas at D.E.S. Hall. There will also be an auction and other events at the Los Banos Fairgrounds. For more info contact Luis Olivera at 209-826-5667. (Source 2010 Visitors Guide)

May 26 - Planning Commission Meeting at City Hall Council Chambers at 7 p.m. Call 209-827-7000 for more info. (Source: http://www.losbanos.com/community.htm)

May 26 - Senior Social is held every 4th Wednesday every month. Dinner is served at 6 pm. Cost is $6. Bring a salad or dessert and your place setting. Bingo will be layed after dinner. For more info call the Miller and Lux Senior Center at 209-827-7046. (Source: Los Banos Recreation Guide)

May 26 - Buffalo Soldier Day. Several activities are planned. www.losbanosbuffalosoldiers.org (Source: 2010 Visitor's Guide)

May 27 - Santos Ford Quick Lane Information Night for diesel truck owners. There will be information about maintenance and comparison of after market products. There will also be an open house and refreshments. 7-9 p.m., 617 W. Pacheco Blvd. (Source: The Paper)

May 27 - Chamber Mixer at EFR Insurance Agency, 864 5th Street (Source: email 1/8/2010 Los Banos Chamber of Commerce)

May 29 - 30 - Hunter Safety Course "Held at the Los Banos Wildlife refuge on Henry Miller Ave They start at 8:30 AM go thru lunch (pizza) end on Saturday 4:30 PM 8:30 Sunday start and finish after the test is complete. Passing is 80% Donation of $10.00 to cover the cost of Saturdsy lunch, bottled water and rent. " More info: Sandy Wakeling,Hunter Safety Instructor wakeling@elite.net (209) 826-3600
Courses will also be held on: March 20th & 21st May 29th & 30th July 24eh & 25th August 21st & 22th September 25th & 26th October 30th & 31st Source: http://www.losbanostrapshooting.com/huntersafety.html Viewed Jan 2, 2010

May 29 - Auditions for Fashion in Winterland for models ages 5-25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Alban's Anglican Church, 401 W. L. Street. Call 209-489-4969 for more information or visit. www.fashioninwinterland.com. (Source: Los Banos Enterprise)

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Monday -

• Senior's Arts & Crafts & Quilting classes are Mondays and Fridays (excluding holidays) from 9 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 4 pm. Gloria is the instructor. Everyone is welcome. Bring your own project or work on a class project. For more information call: 209- 827-7046. (Source: Los Banos Recreation Guide)
• Card game: 31 at the Senior Center from 1-4 pm. For more information call: 209- 827-7046. (Source: Los Banos Recreation Guide)
• Elk's Monday night dinners from 5-7 p.m. 565 "E" Street (Source: email from L.P.)

Tuesday

• Oil Painting Class (for seniors) from 11:30-3:30 at the College Green Building on Scripps Drive. The instructor is Naomi. For more information call: 209- 827-7046. (Source: Los Banos Recreation Guide)
• Kiwanis meet at Country Waffles, 12 noon. For more information call Chuck Martin, 826-2664.
• The Rotary Club meets at Espanas at noon. For more information call Gene Leib at 826-3831.
• Good of the order meeting at the Los Banos Elks Lodge, 545 6th Street. 7 p.m.

Wednesday

• Card game: Pedro at the Senior Center from 1-4 pm. For more information call: 209- 827-7046. (Source: Los Banos Recreation Guide)
• Free Movie for Seniors @ Senior Center. For more information call: 209- 827-7046. (Source: Los Banos Recreation Guide)
• Point Man International Ministries are presently holding meeting for all Vets of all wars every Wednesday night from 7:30 to 8:30 ( PM ) At westside community church in the Fireside room. The church is located at 614 N. Mercey Springs Rd., Los Banos, Ca.
   For information call the church @ 209-826-5314 or Rev. Chris Jarvis PMIM Outpost Leader @ 209-564-1973, E-mail @ cdbmjarvis@sbcglobal.net Point Man Ministries is a non-profit, Christ-centered group of Veterans from all wars.There is group and private counseling for PTSD related problems, literature, seminars, companionship, and comfort. Help with VA contacts, forming a Honor Guard, educational information for the public on service related problems concerning Veterans. And working with other Veterans organizations for the betterment of the Veterans with special needs.

Thursday

• BINGO at the Senior Center 1-3 pm. 25 cents per card and all monies are paid back. Prizes and snacks are welcome. Please no children. For more information call: 209- 827-7046. (Source: Los Banos Recreation Guide)
• Wee Wigglers

  Stories, Songs and Rhymes for Preschoolers and their families: Every Thursday, 10:am to 11:am at the Los Banos Library 1312 7th Street They'll have a Wiggling Good Time! Wee Wigglers' is organized and promoted by the Los Banos Rotary Club as one of its literacy promotion efforts (Source: Friends of the Library website)

Friday

• Senior's Arts & Crafts & Quilting classes are Mondays and Fridays (excluding holidays) from 9 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 4 pm. Gloria is the instructor. Everyone is welcome. Bring your own project or work on a class project. (Source: Los Banos Recreation Guide)
• Elk's Friday night dinner - doors open at 5, dinner served at 7 p.m. 565 "E" Street (Source: email from L. P.)

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