Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of June.
Good morning, Fresno.
🏘️ Community
After rain and wildlife damage caused a roof collapse, IdeaWorks nonprofit is hosting MakersFest on Saturday, June 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to raise funds for repairs.
Attendees can join workshops, auctions & raffle for crafts in the downtown space.
The historic G symbol has returned to the downtown skyline after crews reinstalled a replica atop the State Center Community College District Office – marking its comeback from the 1965 original.
An official lighting ceremony will be held in the coming weeks.
🎭 Culture
On Saturday, the Legion of Valor Museum in downtown marked the 82nd anniversary of D-Day by honoring local WWII hero Captain Arthur Hill, who helped spearhead the Omaha Beach landings.
The museum, open daily except Sunday, continues to preserve his legacy for the community.
📰 Lifestyle
Brunch-goers at Aromas at Olive and Echo in Fresno's Tower District enjoyed in-house chicken and waffles on Sunday, June 7.
Owner Maria Gonzales said the restaurant will also serve dinner on Friday and Saturday nights after customers requested extended hours.
🎉 Fresno Events
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Fresno Unified School District Graduations
Doors open 12 p.m. — Save Mart Center, 2650 E Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA — $10 for autos, $20 for limos, $40 for RVs — Celebrate the achievements of graduates from Farber and Bullard High Schools.
Edison High School Graduation Ceremony
4-8 p.m. — Save Mart Center — $10 for autos, $20 for limos, $40 for RVs — Celebrate the achievements of the graduating class with a highlight ceremony.
Durango Fest
8:00 p.m. — Rainbow Ballroom — Ticket prices vary — Experience a family-friendly celebration of music and culture at Durango Fest.
Pepe Aguilar Concert
8:00-11:00 PM — Save Mart Center — Cost Info Available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Pepe Aguilar live in concert as part of his En Concierto USA 2026 tour.
Free FOOSA Concerts at Fresno State
7:30 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — Free entry — Enjoy a series of concerts featuring talented youth musicians from around the world at Fresno's FOOSA Festival.
Extreme Heat Adaptation Training for Contractors
12-3 p.m. — Water, Energy and Technology (WET) Center — Free entry — Gain insights on building climate-resilient homes and adapting to extreme heat impacts in California.
Father's Day Run/Walk
Celebrate Dads — 10k or 2-mile run — Fresno, California — Entry fee applies — Honor your Dad with a fun run on Father's Day.
Just The Tips Comedy Show
7-9:30 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Fresno — Cost varies — Enjoy a night of laughs with headliner Chris Cruz and open mic talent at this vibrant comedy show.
Computer Kill live with DustBowlChampion
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of thrilling tunes at this vibrant Fresno venue.
Cowboy Bebop 25th Anniversary Film Screening
8-10 p.m. — Historic Crest Theatre — Cost info not specified — Celebrate 25 years of Cowboy Bebop with an epic in-person film screening and space cowboy vibes.
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