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Repertoire of hiking options in San Joaquin County
The Calaveras River Bike Path also accommodates hikers and joggers. It takes you alongside one of Stockton's levees not to mention some of the neighborhoods and communities. The University of the Pacific makes for a nice stop – a hop, skip and a jump from the on-campus pedestrian bridge that crosses the Calaveras River – especially the DeRosa University Center, which is home to The Lair, the Marketplace, and the Calaveras Coffee House. The iffy ...
YOSEMITE: HIKER’S HEAVEN IN THE 209
It attracts millions of visitors every year, has served as a muse to some of the world's greatest artists and is known to inspire as much awe in the lifelong companion as it does in the first-time visitor.
MT. DIABLO: HIKES WITH THE VIEW
From afar, Mount Diablo stares you right in the face. That's looking westward from practically any point in the Central Valley. Actually, Mount Diablo is located in Contra Costa County just south of Clayton and northeast of Danville. At 3,864 feet, its double-pyramid shape stands alone and worth a day hike just to get a different perspective from up close. At least that was my reasoning a few years ago when I finally came face-to-face ...
THE HOME OF MIGHTY CASEY
STOCKTON - When it comes to the Stockton Ports, there's history and then there's History.
Modesto Nuts ready to take crack at 2013 season
MODESTO - Baseball fans rejoice, the Modesto Nuts are almost back in town. In less than two weeks, on April 11, the Modesto's professional baseball team will storm John Thurman Field to the delight of many in their home opener against the Lancaster JetHawks-the defending California League champions. Opening night – which is projected to be the biggest night of the year with 4,000 in attendance – will also include live entertainment, face painting, and ...
Manteca’s street faire bash April 6-7
Walk down Yosemite Avenue on Manteca on April 6-7 and you may find yourself in a 1960s flashback to tie-dye mania.
Season ticket holder Q&A: The Potten family
STOCKTON - Garry and Becky Potten have been season ticket holders since the Ports moved to Banner Island Ballpark in 2005, but their love for sports has a greater history.
What’s new at the old ball game?
STOCKTON - With the 2013 season fast approaching, the Ports are giving a preview to new additions and modifications around the ballpark. All the changes this year aim to enhance the fan experience here at the ballpark.
Are you a Stockton Ports fan?
STOCKTON - The Stockton Ports have launched the official Stockton Ports Tapgift application for download on the Apple App Store or Google Play. The Ports are the first Minor League Baseball Team in the country to release an application that will revolutionize fan engagement at the ballpark. Tapgift is the official gifting and fan engagement app for the Stockton Ports.
Taste of Turlock launches Stanislaus County spring festival season of festivals
There's no better way to come out of hibernation from the bitter cold and sharp winter wind than to celebrate with an outdoor festival amongst the brightest, greenest valleys in California's springtime. The Central Valley plays hosts to various street faires that are sure to appeal to anyone's interest; especially those partial to food in a family-friendly environment.
Get ready for 209 asparagus, cherries, chocolate & more
Joey Chestnut is the reigning king of Stockton's Asparagus Festival. When it comes to the deep fried stalks, he's devoured more than anyone in the allotted time, putting away 8.3125 pounds last year while holding on to his title as the World Asparagus Eating Champion. Chestnut will look to defend his crown for a third straight year. The Asparagus Festival kicks off this year's season of fun, food and good times. Entertainment on the Weber ...
CAN WE TALK?
Attention all Joan Rangers! The trash-talking, red-carpet-watching comedian is coming to the 209. World-renown comedian Joan Rivers will hit the Turlock Community Theatre on May 17 with her newest and most outrageous riffs on Hollywood, pop culture, celebrities, and her all-time favorite, the awards fashion show.
Saying yes to improv in 209
Ever wonder how comedy shows like "Who's line is it anyway?" or "Wild N' Out" became so popular even though they are not even scripted? Improvisational theatre, also known as improv, has the answers.
A comedian born in the 209 has them laughing
Mark Twain said that humor is mankind's greatest blessing. But for Anthony Krayenhagen – a Ceres-raised comedian now residing in South Manteca – it eclipses the concept of a blessing. It's a way of life. A chance to find the beauty or the horror in any situation and get a laugh out of it – even if it's something that most people would find crude or offensive. No, you're not going to want to take ...
GEM OF THE SOUTHERN MINES
COLUMBIA - Amidst the rugged oak woodlands of the Sierra Nevada foothills lies Columbia State Historic Park - once a busy, brawling gold rush town. The search for gold in the Sierra Nevada foothills offered hope and, for a fortunate few, riches.
Articles by Section - 209
MANTECA FARMERS MARKET
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Museum starts night tours of signs from Vegas past
LAS VEGAS (AP) - The junked signs that attracted throngs to old Las Vegas have for years gathered dust in a neon boneyard just a few miles from the sleek mega-casinos on the Strip.
Ropin’ on the River Rodeo Benefit for free tutoring program this weekend
LATHROP - Give Every Child a Chance is staging the Ropin' on the River Rodeo hosted by Dell'Osso Family Farm today and Sunday.
IT WAS BUMPER-TO-BUMPER
MODESTO - Before there was American Graffiti there was Louie Wyrsch.
HOME-STYLE RACING
STOCKTON – He's revived asphalt racing in San Joaquin County, introduced a dirt track to its fans and may one day lay down a drag strip.
Turlock racer follows in his dad’s footsteps
Mike Drake grew up with dreams of becoming a race car driver. The allure of finely tuned machines, high speeds, and cheering fans excites most young boys, but the source of Drake's racing dreams didn't stem from TV or the movies, it came from watching his father circle the track at the Merced Speedway.
It’ll be a real drag at Lodi’s Kingdon Airport in September
LODI – Back in the 1970s, Kingdon Drags was the place where Corvettes, Challengers, GTOs, Camaros, Firebirds, Mustangs and other muscle and fast cars of those days were in abundance.
His forte: Converting cars into high performance machines
Jason Webb knows high performance machines.
‘We Steal Secrets’ juicy look at WikiLeaks
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Prolific documentary-maker Alex Gibney delivers a gripping account of the wins and losses of hard-charging idealism on the front lines of the information wars in "We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks." Exhaustively researched and balanced in its view of the controversial key player, the film slips in ahead of DreamWorks' dramatic take on the exploits of Julian Assange, "The Fifth Estate," which is currently shooting.
Dance partners shine in razor-sharp comedy open May 31 on SRT’s stage
SONORA - When dance teacher Michael Minetti first meets his elderly student Lily Harrison in her Florida-coast high rise, it seems pretty clear these two will barely make it past 'Hello,' let alone their first full lesson. Besides their 30-year age difference, they clash at every turn. A former teacher and minister's wife, she's guarded, uptight and suspicious. A former Broadway dancer, he blurts out jokes and insults and swings from glib to desperate to ...
Cowboy entertainer Dave Stamey teams up with Sourdough Slim June 7
TUOLUMNE – It's a month of great tribute shows at Black Oak Casino Resort.
Jerry Seinfeld appearing July 25 at Stockton’s Bob Hope Theatre
STOCKTON - Jerry Seinfeld is appearing on stage on Thursday, July 25, at 7 p.m. at the Bob Hope Theatre in downtown Stockton.
Frankie & Annette in concert June 8
STOCKTON - Frankie & Annette are in concert Saturday, June 8, at 7 p.m. at the Emerson Coffee House at the First Unitarian Universalist, 2737 Pacific Ave.
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