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50+ Seniors LGBTQ+ Support Group
CalPride Valle Central hosts a supportive gathering for LGBTQ+ adults aged 50 and older. This group offers a comfortable place to connect with peers, share life experiences, and build new friendships. Conversations focus on community, understanding, and mutual support in a warm, welcoming setting.
CalPride Valle CentralUC Merced Women's Volleyball Summer Camps
Five coed volleyball camps are offered with the UC Merced women's volleyball program, giving participants the opportunity to train with the team. Each camp provides a unique on court experience, and daily schedules differ depending on the date.
Joseph Edward Gallo GymnasiumWe Thrive Art Group (16+)
This 16+ community art group offers a relaxed place to create alongside others at CalPride Stanislaus. Some gatherings include guidance from local artists, while other times the space is open and self-directed so everyone can work at their own pace. Participants are welcome to bring their own supplies for personal projects or use the donated materials to try something new. The atmosphere is easygoing and inclusive, welcoming all experience levels and encouraging time to unwind, connect, and make art together.
CalPride StanislausMariposa Certified Farmers Market
This weekly, county-certified farmers market features produce and goods sold directly by the people who grow, raise, or make them. Only artisan vendors with handmade items are accepted, and reselling is not permitted. Expect a wide range of offerings including fruits and vegetables, mushrooms, microgreens, and plant starts. There are eggs and nuts, grass-fed beef along with tallow and related products, and body care like goat milk soap. Fresh tortillas, cookies, granola, sourdough and other baked goods, plus jams and jellies are available. Look for hot dinner options from L&J Mexican, house made sodas, worm castings and other gardening items, and more.
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