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August-31-2010
Local American Red Cross Volunteers Respond to 16 Families
  August 31,2010 – Merced , CA    The American Red Cross Central Valley Chapter volunteers have  responded to a 16 unit apartment fire in Merced CA .&nbs
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August-19-2010
American Red Cross Central Valley Chapter Joins Nationwide
Fundraising Drive in Anticipation of Extremely Active Hurricane Season     “Click, text or call” to support disaster readiness, relief and recovery
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August-11-2010
Answering Calls To Local House Fires
Fresno, CA JULY 19, 2010— It has been an extremely busy 45 days for volunteer members of the Central Valley Chapter DAT (Disaster Action Team). Since June 1st, they have responded to 69 famili
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July-28-2010
Central Valley Volunteers On Stand-By & Ready To Assist In Kern County
Fresno, Ca, July 28, 2010– In response to the Bull & West Fires in Kern County, the American Red Cross Central Valley Chapter is responding by mobilizing staff members and placing disast
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Basic Water Rescue Course

 

Lean how to prevent and respond to emergencies in a variety of water environments without endangering yourself.  This class involves classroom and in pool time, although you do not need to be a strong swimmer.  Children under 14 are welcome to participate, but must do so along with a parent or guardian.  This course meet the State requirements for group/foster/adoptive homes & families. 

 

Class includes:  Classroom discussion, video, pool skills, & exam

 

What to bring:  pen/pencil & note-taking materials, swimsuit & towel, sunscreen, snacks

 

Location:  Fig Garden Swim & Racquet Club, 4722 N. Maroa, 3 blocks south of Shaw.

 

Certification eligibility: must attend complete course, successfully demonstrate all pool skills, and pass written exam with 80% or better; classes with less than 6 registered may be postponed to later date.

 

To register: Space is limited... register asap by downloading the registration form at www.fig-garden.com.

 

Contact: Justine McAlpine, Aquatics Director

              Fig Garden Swim & Racquet Club

              4722 North Maroa, Fresno, Ca 93704

               Justine@fig-garden.com or (559) 222-4816