The 53rd annual SCICON Barbecue and Wildflower Festival will be held Sunday, April 21. The event is an opportunity for families and individuals of all ages to tour and enjoy the SCICON campus. The festivities will begin at 11:00 a.m. and last until 4:00 p.m. The SCICON staff will be on hand to lead wildflower walks and nature hikes. The SCICON planetarium, observatory and museum of natural history will be open all day, and wildlife shows will be presented in the SCICON raptor center. Resource agencies, including Sequoia National Forest, Society of American Foresters, California Department of Forestry & Fire Protection (CalFire) and Tulare County Conservation Corps, will provide educational displays and activities. Children may participate in special activities, including building bird boxes and meeting “Smokey the Bear.” Entertainment will be continuous throughout the day and will include guitar ensembles, Ballet Folklorico, and local folk and country musicians.

Help students make strides toward higher education!

Proteus is sponsoring the Inaugural William M. Maguy 5k Run/2k Walk.

The event planned for April 6th at 7 a.m. at Cutler Park.

Proteus, Inc. is a non-profit community-based organization with 45 years of experience serving economically disadvantaged residents in the Central Valley. We offer a range of programs which include adult basic and vocational education, employment-related services, child abuse prevention, family self-sufficiency, gang prevention, childcare and other services aimed at assisting individuals and families.

Proteus awards several scholarships to deserving students through a competitive application process. Scholarships range from $500 to $1,200 to deserving youth and adults.