Good morning, Fresno.

On Saturday, Kyanna and Moneshia Washington of Wetzel Pretzel in Fig Garden Village hosted their first backpack giveaway by handing out backpacks filled with school supplies to local students.

Kids enjoyed carnival games plus one student won a back-to-school gift basket and free shoes as the event promoted lessons on entrepreneurship.

The Marjaree Mason Center has announced the honorees for its 42nd Annual Top Ten Professional Women Awards, recognizing 10 local leaders for their achievements and positive impact.

The ceremony will be held on Oct 15 at 11 a.m. at the Fresno Convention & Entertainment Center—keynote speaker Rachel Baskin will share her personal journey.

Fresno Fright Nights held auditions for actors to join new haunted attractions set to open October 3rd and run until November 1st, with Michael Rodriguez leading the acting, makeup, and costume teams—auditions required costumes, makeup, props, and a scary look.

The event will offer four themed experiences including a tour through an abandoned plant, a cemetery of fears, a creepy pizza spot, and a swamp adventure.

CAL FIRE said firefighters battled the Gun Fire near Millerton Lake on Sunday as the wildfire burned 10 acres and remained 0% contained as of 11:30 a.m. Officials warned the fire could grow to 50 acres—burning in areas of annual grass and oak woodland.

Fresno's SEFCEDA urged City Council to change the new 49-acre park's name from Southeast Fresno Sports Complex to José León Barraza Park — honoring the community leader who helped secure the land.

A City Council meeting is set for August 14th when residents can share their input.

Today, the California Department of Aging stressed the need for brain health as people move from middle age to older adulthood and warned of risks such as untreated hearing loss, depression, social isolation, and chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension; it also featured its *Dementia Care Aware* program that offers free training and resources for caregivers and healthcare providers.

FRIKITONA - Reggaeton Fiesta

9 PM – 1 AM — Fulton 55 — Check event page for pricing — Celebrate with classics and current hits in an electrifying reggaeton atmosphere.

Uncruel Summer Pop Dance Night

9 PM - 1 AM — Fulton 55 — Tickets at 22andgood4u.com — Dance the night away to hits from popular pop artists including Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish.

Monster Jam Freestyle Mania

1-3 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Tickets available — Experience the ultimate in freestyle excitement with Monster Jam Freestyle Mania.

Cocktails & Connections - Nimbus Bright Marketing Discussion

5-8 p.m. — Tioga-Sequoia Beer Garden — $25 entry — Network with entrepreneurs while enjoying craft beers and marketing insights.

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

2-3:30 p.m. — Downing Planetarium — $3—5 — Experience an entrancing planetarium show featuring the wonders of the universe.

Madagascar Jr. Musical Performance

2-3:30 p.m. — California Arts Academy — Tickets may apply — Experience a thrilling live musical adventure with Alex the Lion and friends as they escape to Madagascar.

Water Lantern Festival

5-6:30 p.m. — Woodward Park — Community event — Celebrate light and unity at this enchanting evening festival.

Video Editing Certificate Program

7 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Fresno Music Academy & Arts — Pricing varies — Gain expert-level skills in digital video editing and motion graphics.

Giddy Up N' Groove 2025

4-10 p.m. — Chukchansi Park — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of country music under the stars with high-energy performances and captivating light shows.

Yeison Landero with Cumbia Bass

9 PM – 1 AM — Fulton 55 — Ages 21+ — Celebrate with a vibrant Cumbia dance party to unite hearts and connect with roots.