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SEEING THE SIGHTS IN BIG LA

Los Angeles. Aside from the Big Apple, is there any other place in America that might legitimately call itself the Center of the Universe? In the case of Los Angeles, it is the center of the entertainment universe and has more legitimate movie stars per square inch than just about any other place on earth.

December 29, 2012 | | 209


Comedian Bill Cosby appearing Jan. 26 at Stockton’s Bob Hope

STOCKTON – Bill Cosby is appearing on Saturday, Jan. 26, at the Bob Hope Theatre.

December 29, 2012 | | 209


209 Region Happenings

BENEFIT DINNERS MANTECA Saturday, Jan. 5 AMERICAN LEGION POST 249 CRAB FEED: The American Legion Post 249 Crab Feed takes place on Saturday, Jan. 5, from 5 to 11 p.m. at the Manteca Senior Center, 295 Cherry Lane, Manteca. Tickets are available for $35 from Carol Davis by emailing cdavis@gecac.net or calling 284-5600. Saturday, Jan. 19 MANTECA/LATHROP BOYS & GIRLS CLUB CRAB FEED: The 32nd annual Manteca/Lathrop Boys & Girls Club Crab Feed takes place ...

December 29, 2012 | | 209


ORANGE MADE CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

Since 1918, June Bruce has experienced almost 94 years of Christmas celebrations. After moving from Oregon to Keyes when she was 3 years old, Bruce experienced a holistic approach to the holiday season. Her father was the Superintendent of the Swedish Baptist Church Sunday school, and her mother was the choir director in charge of the Christmas pageants. "We had to learn pieces and singing. I had a piece with three verses. I said the ...

December 21, 2012 | | 209


All she wanted for Christmas at age 6 was a horse blanket

Evelyn Prouty is no spring chicken. But you wouldn't dare call her a senior citizen even though she has finally retired and given up such pastimes as horseback riding, grave digging and holding tightly to the reins of the Manteca Historical Society.

December 21, 2012 | | 209


She really did ride in a one-horse open sleigh

To borrow a few lyrics from 'Jingle Bells,' Joan Nixon took a ride "on a one-horse open sleigh" one Christmas season.

December 21, 2012 | | 209


Museum offers holiday gifts featuring Manteca twist

It's not that tough to give a gift this Christmas that says "Manteca." You could drop by the grocery store and buy a can of Armour Star lard with both English and Spanish spellings or you could drop by the Manteca Museum gift shop. The museum gift shop at 600 West Yosemite Avenue offers everything from one-of-a-kind jewelry from years gone by and handmade items by Manteca craftsmen to books on local history. You can ...

December 21, 2012 | | 209


Last minute gifts for teens, kids

For most parents and relatives, shopping for teenagers can be a nightmare. Especially if the gifts you are buying are a last minute endeavor.

December 21, 2012 | | 209


Region happenings

MANTECA TONIGHT • KINDRED ARTS: Golden Bough is performing "Christmas in Celtic Land" during the Manteca Kindred Arts concert is tonight at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, North and Powers. Tickets are $15 at the door. For additional details, call (209) 823-2570 or (209) 239-2194. You can also visit the group's web site at www.mantecakindredarts.com CHURCH EVENTS Manteca Sunday, Dec. 23 • FREE CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION BRUNCH: The fourth annual Christmas Celebration Brunch ...

December 21, 2012 | | 209


HEAVENLY SKI SCENERY

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - With around a million skiers and snowboarders visiting Heavenly Mountain Resort each year, sometimes it can feel a little bit like they're all there the same weekend. But careful planning can help make your visit an experience more memorable for the mountain's unbelievable amenities than for the time you spent waiting in line.

December 21, 2012 | | 209


ON THE RIGHT TRACK

Oxford Court is once again assuming its role as the holiday cul-de-sac for the Turlock community, welcoming visitors from neighboring towns of Modesto, Merced, and beyond to view the anticipated Oxford Court Train.

December 14, 2012 | | 209


Modesto’s ‘Lightazmic’ illuminates neighborhood

The Christmas season wouldn't be complete without a light display, but fireworks in your own backyard? That is what Will and Wendy Solymanbeyk imagined when they wanted to AMP up the Christmas spirit at their 4004 Thornhill Way, Modesto residence.

December 14, 2012 | | 209


Manteca windshield tour yields plenty of Christmas sights

Hands down, the 150,000-lights Christmas spectacle at Mercedes Avenue beats all must-see decorations in Manteca.

December 14, 2012 | | 209


Ceres Christmas Tree Lane draws crowds from all over Valley

For the cost of gas and a bit of time to get there, Ceres is still the place to go for a spectacular array of Christmas sights and sounds in a potpourri of Christmas cheer that is 51 years old.

December 14, 2012 | | 209


Musical Yule lights all part of Ripon family tradition

RIPON - The Nutt family in Ripon is known for going all out with their Christmas decorations – a tradition that started years ago at the home of now Mayor Red Nutt at his residence on Idaho Street and followed up by his adult son John with nearly 12,000 lights underscored by music on an FM station.

December 14, 2012 | | 209


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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.

May 17, 2013 | | 209


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.

May 17, 2013 | | 209


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.

May 17, 2013 | | 209


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