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Here come the laughs with SRT’s comedy There Goes the Bride
SONORA - Join Sierra Rep for a fun and frantic wedding day like no other this summer as we present There Goes the Bride, a mad-cap dash to the altar with an unexpected twist.
History gold standard: Columbia State Park
History buffs could hardly do better than a visit to California's Gold Country in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada where gold was discovered in the mid-19th Century, setting off a population explosion that helped shape what California is today. And maybe the best place to get a sense of what it all was like back then is Columbia State Park, hailed as the state's best preserved ghost town.
Cache it if you can: A different way to explore state parks
You may have played pirates as a wee one in your backyard, digging up and burying hidden treasure. As an adult, you can relive those days of discovery by geocaching. Geocaching is an activity that involves using a Global Positioning System receiver to navigate and find or plant containers, called geocaches, that contain a logbook or small treasure. Presently, with an estimate of over a million such caches all over the world, geocaching is one of the fastest growing outdoor recreation activities in the world. Because of the popularity of the sport and its nature, the California State Parks became ...
Art abounds in Turlock
Califia, the 14-foot fountain statue, welcomes visitors to downtown Turlock. Adorned in festive colors, the representation of the mythical Amazon queen is supposed to symbolize this area's connection to the soil and its agricultural vitality. The statue - a bronze and ceramic sculpture/fountain - was created by Davis artist Donna Billick and took a year to complete. Califia had her unveiling in June 2005, and stands on the corner of Main and Market streets.
HIGH FLYING MUSEUM
ATWATER - It was the ultimate Cold War spy plane marvel.
Popular spot: Livermore’s downtown packs in people
LIVERMORE – It's Friday night in Downtown Livermore and there isn't a parking space to be found.
FAIR TIME IN THE 209
The upcoming line-up of performers coming to the Stanislaus County Fair is looking to hit all the right notes with fairgoers by bringing in a bevy of entertainers.
Bar & grill on river side of San Joaquin levee
LATHROP – When Rich Hogan took over the Haven Acres Marina Bar and Grill he had a vision.
Cool summer fun: Delta cruises out of Stockton
STOCKTON – In the past year, Sylvano Garcia organized a pair of Delta cruises.
‘Manya: A Living History of Marie Curie’ Sept. 27 at Gallo
MODESTO - The Gallo Center for the Arts and Modesto Area Partners in Science (MAPS) is partnering to present "Manya: A Living History of Marie Curie" to serve as a fundraiser for Modesto Junior College's Great Valley Museum Sept. 27 at 7 p.m.
Free summer service provides historical tour of the Mariposa gold rush community
MARIPOSA – Visitors to Yosemite this summer have even more to see and do with the introduction of The Mariposa Experience, a free trolley service around the town of Mariposa that provides easy access to the area's shopping, dining and historic attractions along with free activities and prizes.
Shaver Lake: Cabin vacationland
SHAVER LAKE -California is well known for its beaches and theme parks, but equally impressive are the many mountain getaways that span from the Oregon border all the way down to Big Bear Lake, just a couple of hours drive from Los Angeles. If a "cabin-in-the-woods" is in your vacation plans this summer, there are vacation rentals within an easy drive from most California cities.
Your way down to stick: Corn dog-eating competition
SACRAMENTO - "It's fun. It's something different," says Milo Franks of Milo Enterprises', who will provide dozens and dozens of corn dogs for the 2012 California State Fair corn dog-eating contest. And he's looking for hungry fairgoers willing to take on the challenge.
Mark Chestnut performing July 19 at Black Oak Casino in Tuolumne
TUOLUMNE – Classic Country Star Mark Chesnutt will be performing at Black Oak Casino on July 19.
Josh Turner concert set Oct. 26 at Stockton’s Bob Hope Theatre
STOCKTON - Josh Turner returns to Stockton on Friday, Oct. 26, to perform at the Bob Hope Theatre.
Articles by Section - LIVING IN 209
Naked Cowboy shows kicking skills in Times Square
NEW YORK (AP) - The Naked Cowboy of Times Square plays a mean guitar.
NFL plus other leagues should dump pot testing
NEW YORK (AP) - Jermaine Kearse smiled before the question was even finished.
PLENTY OF PLACES TO PLAY
It's early Thursday afternoon. Schools are still in session.
Donnelly Park is for the birds – and people too
In a small community like Turlock, parks play a large role and provide an outdoor meeting ground for families, friends and even work gatherings.
Modesto parks offer plenty of family fun
Getting the family together outdoors is a great way to get healthy, especially while healthy New Year's resolutions are fresh, and Modesto offers a multitude of parks for a family outing.
Oak Park playground is an oldie but goodie
For those who grew up in Stockton, Victory Park had arguably one of the best playgrounds.
Mistlin Park: Ripon’s playground Mecca
The 100-acre Mistlin Sports Park probably offers the most to more people than the 19 other play areas in the Ripon community that range in size from a quarter of an acre to the near 28-acre Mavis Stouffer Park along the Stanislaus River.
Welcome to Kaep-town
Since taking over as quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers Colin Kaepernick has come to be an icon in his hometown of Turlock. More than an inspirational sports figure, he has also been a boost to the local economy. From signature dishes, Kaep-inspired treats and even clothing, Turlock has become the epicenter of Kaepernick mania.
NINER MAN CAVE
There are red flags everywhere you look around the O'Neill household. But just in case you weren't sure how deep their love for the San Francisco 49ers runs, Kevin O'Neill raised another.
Anthony Martins bleeds Red & Gold
Anthony Martins' blood is red, but if you look closely you will probably find some gold too. Having attended more than 40 games, Anthony's diehard passion for the San Francisco 49ers long precedes the team's national attention for success in recent years.
The 49er Faithful goes on the road
Think of Lloyd Gleaves as the 49ers' good luck charm.
Rookies guests pros at backing 49ers
Sunday's National Football League conference championships boil down to a pair of heated rivalries.
NINER MAN CAVE
There are red flags everywhere you look around the O'Neill household. But just in case you weren't sure how deep their love for the San Francisco 49ers runs, Kevin O'Neill raised another.
Welcome to Kaep-town
Since taking over as quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers Colin Kaepernick has come to be an icon in his hometown of Turlock. More than an inspirational sports figure, he has also been a boost to the local economy. From signature dishes, Kaep-inspired treats and even clothing, Turlock has become the epicenter of Kaepernick mania.
Anthony Martins bleeds Red & Gold
Anthony Martins' blood is red, but if you look closely you will probably find some gold too. Having attended more than 40 games, Anthony's diehard passion for the San Francisco 49ers long precedes the team's national attention for success in recent years.
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