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So what do skaters want?
Bring on the street course. At least that's the general consensus among skateboarders at area parks that say they want something to compliment the vert style that comes with the concrete construction that many cities pursue. Andrew Wood – who likes to spend his spare time in the big bowl or sliding the curb ledges of the Manteca Skate Park – says that just a few more features would add a whole new dimension to ...
Skaters know it is more than just a board
Finding the right skateboard can often be tough as there is a lot more to a board than meets the eye. There are different types of boards to choose from and ranges of cost that will dictate what type of skateboard is the best fit. The Spot Skate Shop located at 416 North 9th St. in Modesto carries a variety of skateboards and parts for any rider's needs.
Looking for skating fun? It’s a Slip away
STOCKTON - Back in 2009, Eric Torres saw his business go up in flames. But out of the ashes came a better location and new clientele – college students. Slip Skate Shop on Pacific Avenue near Alpine Avenue is a stone's throw away from the University of the Pacific campus. "Students (from UOP) during back to school will come in and buy their long board as a way of getting around," he said on Friday. ...
Murphys: ‘Queen of Sierra’ earns her crown
MURPHYS – She gathered my hand in hers as we traced our way through the Gold Country; traced our way back through time.
Stockton getting jazzed up for Brubeck Festival
STOCKTON - University of the Pacific's Brubeck Institute presents the Twelfth Annual Brubeck Festival, titled Dave Brubeck Across Time, which honors his legacy as a jazz giant and his Stockton, California, roots. The 2013 Festival is a broad-based tribute to his legacy that covers the spectrum of jazz in its fullest expression: live concert performances ranging from jazz legends to local bands (in civic concert halls and college campuses as well as jazz clubs), a ...
TAKE A HIKE, PADDLE A KAYAK
SONORA – The Bureau of Reclamation announces the spring interpretive programs at New Melones Lake.
Stockton getting jazzed up for 12th annual Brubeck Festival
STOCKTON - University of the Pacific's Brubeck Institute presents the Twelfth Annual Brubeck Festival, titled Dave Brubeck Across Time, which honors his legacy as a jazz giant and his Stockton, California, roots. The 2013 Festival is a broad-based tribute to his legacy that covers the spectrum of jazz in its fullest expression: live concert performances ranging from jazz legends to local bands (in civic concert halls and college campuses as well as jazz clubs), ...
RIPON GOING NUTS ONCE AGAIN
The sun is starting to chase away winter's chill. In the coming days, almond blossoms will burst turning the countryside around Manteca, Ripon, Escalon, Turlock, and Modesto into a brilliant easel of white and pink accented by lush green grass. Breathe deeply. The sweet scent of almond blossoms is intoxicating. It is even more so at night as temperatures cool down and nature's sweet elixir is carried on gentle breezes. It is a treat to ...
One photographer’s painful lesson in an almond orchard
Never wear your hair loose. I learned that lesson the painful way while trying to capture photographs of bees gathering pollen from the sweet-smelling almond blossoms in full bloom.
Almond lover’s highway between Escalon & Manteca
Roasted, coated in chocolate or in popcorn. Almonds are available in every which way. Just ask the folks at Denise's Farmers Market at 16569 E. Highway 120 in Ripon. With the Almond Blossom Festival fast approaching, the family-owned business is fully stocked with over 20 different almond confections. It is one of a number of produce stands that line East Highway 120 between Manteca and Escalon that offer a wide variety of almonds from natural ...
FEBRUARY IS HEART HEALTH MONTH
The month of February is not only known for the matters of the heart on Valentine's Day, it is also dedicated to heart health among men and women. With February being American Heart Month, raising awareness about heart disease and its dangers is essential to help prevention.
Save a heart by learning CPR
Everyone has heard of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, commonly known as CPR, through medical TV shows or from real-life experiences; but not enough know how to perform it during an emergency. The American Heart Association estimates that about 30 percent of the population is able to perform CPR in a critical situation.
Take a Sunday ride for brunch at Ryde
WALNUT GROVE - An easy drive and great food. What better way is there to spend a lazy Sunday morning? It is about an hour drive 43 miles from central Manteca to the heart of the Delta where you'll find the Ryde Hotel in art deco pastels with the required palm trees hugging the Highway 160 levee three miles south of Walnut Grove. The Ryde Hotel has a rich history as a Speakeasy. Today it ...
Grand Island Mansion: Elegant brunch
WALNUT GROVE - Want a romantic Sunday brunch with a touch of Italy? Look no further than the Grand Island Mansion. The unique and historic 58-room Italian Renaissance villa is part of the largest private estate in Northern California. The four-story, 24,000-square-foot villa was built in 1917 for Louis Meyers and his wife Audrey, daughter of Lubin of the Weinstocks Lubin department stores. The mansion was built by European craftsmen. The mansion has been the ...
CSU Stanislaus offers perfect picnic setting
With Valentine's Day a week away, planning a romantic evening for your loved one can be a daunting task. The traditional dinner and movie can often become tiresome options for couples who have been in a relationship for some time. Think outside the box this Valentine's Day with an unforgettable evening you can both enjoy.
Articles by Section - 209
‘ZIN-SATIONAL’
LODI – One of the larger wineries in the Central Valley rises from the fields east of Highway 99 like a stainless steel behemoth.
Silkwood Wines: In the shadow of winery giants
MODESTO - In California, when one thinks of the production of wine, the first place that comes to mind is the Napa Valley. However, 80 miles from the illustrious wine mecca of Napa, located in the heart of the Central Valley is the city of Modesto. For those familiar with the area, Modesto is host to Gallo Winery, one of the largest winemakers in the world and also one of the city's largest employers. However, ...
Gold Country wineries: Ironstone is just part of offerings
MURPHYS - Part of the history of wine country in the Sierra Foothills can be traced back to 1948.
Delicato: A true wine experience
Whoever said that you had to go to Napa to get the true wine experience?
Wines and Roses offers: Romantic getaway
LODI - Wine and Roses in Lodi can easily be described as being luxurious, elegant and intimate as a romantic venue in the Central Valley as well as being a desired location for business meetings.
Melissa Etheridge, Joan Jett plus Big & Rich play Ironstone
MURPHYS – Ironstone Vineyards, the premiere outdoor entertainment venue of the California Gold Country, has announced the line-up for their 2013 Summer Concert Series.
New Melones Lake offers activities for summer 2013
SONORA – The Bureau of Reclamation announces summer interpretive programs and activities at New Melones Lake, located in Calaveras County.
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