Happening in Fresno: Mardis Gras at Tower District, Black History Month events

Here’s a list of events scheduled to take place over the next couple of weeks in Fresno.

• The Tower District Mardi Gras Parade is set for Sunday, Feb. 15, at 1 p.m. in the Tower District. Fresno Resistance will participate in this year’s parade, joined by indigenous dancers Grupo Tonalkalko – Danza Conchera Chichimeca. Organizers say they will distribute beads, candies, literature, alert whistle packets and Know Your Rights cards during the celebration.

• A community meeting and “whistle party” will take place Tuesday, Feb. 17, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Big Red Church, located at 2131 N. Van Ness Blvd., just north of Fresno High School. Organizers say dinner and whistle packets will be provided. The meeting will include a “Know Your Rights” presentation regarding ICE activity…

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