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09/08/2025

We have some surprises for you at our screening! See you tonight:
6PM
Ponderosa Auditorium
Park in Lot #4.

09/05/2025

WATCH - THIS IS HOME on September 8, 6PM at Ponderosa. Followed by Q&A with filmmakers Niccolo Go & Theresa Soares.

To be followed by a discussion about what makes a place a home. Our short film explores Visalia in 4 meals and 4 conversations talking to the artist, chefs, business people, about the opportunities and challenges of living in their hometown —Visalia.

Did you know that half of the US lives in small cities and rural communities just like ours? Although our stories are often untold we represent as much of the culture and commerce of America as the big cities. This film celebrates us! See you there!

08/25/2025

What makes a place a home? Tell us in the comments 👇🏽 👇🏽👇🏽

Visalia! We’re screening THIS IS HOME on September 8, 6PM at Ponderosa.

To be followed by a discussion about what makes a place a home. Our short film explores Visalia in 4 meals and 4 conversations talking to the artist, chefs, business people, about the opportunities and challenges of living in their hometown —Visalia.

Did you know that half of the US lives in small cities and rural communities just like ours? Although our stories are often untold we represent as much of the culture and commerce of America as the big cities. This film celebrates us! See you there!

01/27/2022

Rare opportunity to see a ballet in Visalia

The historic Visalia Fox Theatre will host the Sequoia Symphony Orchestra on Feb 12 with their performance of "Great American Ballets." The State Street Ballet from Santa Barbara will join the symphony on stage for a wonderful night of music and dance.
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01/13/2022

Dreamy

01/13/2022

Yea that’s what I’ve been saying all along lol

VISALIA – Visalia has long thought of itself as a hidden gem nestled in the shadows of giants high above the great valley between Southern California and the Bay Area. Known for its agricultural bounty and proximity to Sequoia National Park, Visalia is the oldest city between Los Angeles and Stock...

12/13/2021

Some storm prep for the rain

News: A strong winter storm is forecasted to bring rain to the area starting this afternoon with rain continuing overnight and into tomorrow.

With the forecast calling for one to one and a half inches of rain, now is the time for clean-up and storm prep.

It's never too late to make sure all trash and yard waste is properly contained in City-issued bins and that any automotive leaks or spills are cleaned up. Clear your drains and rain gutters before the weather gets worse and help your neighborhood by cleaning up trash and debris on your street.

💧 Sand bags are available for Visalia residents at the Public Works Administration Office (located at 336 N. Ben Maddox Way) between the hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

💧The self-serve sand station on Cain Street, between Goshen and Main, is now open for Visalia residents. The self-serve sand station will stay open 24-hours a day during rain events

💧 Limit of eight sandbags per resident, don't forget to bring your own shovel

More information at https://bit.ly/3EREqW