Come out for Stockton’s newest festival, Stockton Flavor Fest! The inaugural date is set for May 14 & 15 and promises to be a can’t-miss event. Aimed at celebrating the many cultures, foods and art San Joaquin County offers, organizers at Visit Stockton have pulled out all the stops. You want food? Over 35 food...Read More
Since 1949, May has been designated as Mental Health Awareness Month. It is estimated that over 20% of adults in the US experience mental illness in some form, yet many do not seek help due to negative stigmas surrounding mental health. The aim of Mental Health Awareness Month is to share resources and strategies for...Read More
February is ALL heart. Beyond the stand-by chocolates and flowers, Americans LOVE love. A creative, personal and inexpensive way to celebrate is to give your children a ‘heart attack’ by covering their door with heart shaped messages like ‘you are so smart’ and ‘I love how funny you are’. Sit down with your spouse and...Read More
Though it might seem like the holidays are still a ways away, the impact they can have on your finances are something to start preparing for early. Planning and budgeting in advance will eliminate much of the stress and financial strain that comes with holiday shopping. Here are a few simple tips that will have...Read More
With a new year comes new resolutions, and weight loss is typically at the top of many people’s lists. But oftentimes, these food-related resolutions are among the first to fail. And why is that? Because things like pizza and takeout exist! Eating healthily can be hard, but embarking on a new, healthy lifestyle does not...Read More
The holidays are chaotic and it’s likely that despite all of the sugar cookies and eggnog, the last thing on your mind is squeezing in a workout. And that’s exactly why HIIT workouts are ideal! HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, is designed for maximum fat/calorie burn in a minimum amount of time. It consists of...Read More
The holidays are a time full of cheer, togetherness, and celebration! Unfortunately, stress, sleep-deprivation, and copious amounts of calorie-dense foods oftentimes accompany this period of joy. Follow this guide to help stay sane and keep from derailing your diet this season. And remember: above everything, the holidays are meant to be enjoyed! Plan and...Read More
The heat that accompanies Central Valley summers is no joke, with sweltering temperatures reaching the triple digits regularly. With kids on summer break and outside activities being a daily occurance, it’s important to make sure that you and your loved ones stay hydrated! These homemade pops are tasty, easy to make, and will help replenish...Read More
Spring has sprung in San Joaquin, and with it comes sunshine, higher temperatures, beautiful foliage, and a whole slew of fun activities! Check out the following fun things our unique county has to offer that will surely put a spring in your step! Farmer’s Markets Being...Read More
School’s back in session, which means so is the chaos. Save yourself some time and money with these 5 school lunch-packing tips! Freeze PB&J Sammies Make life easy by making several peanut butter sandwiches and throwing them in the freezer! They keep perfectly in a freezer bag and on chaotic days it’s easy to grab and...Read More
