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
San Joaquin County’s signature event, The Asparagus Festival is back again at the county Fairgrounds in Stockton for its 36th year. May 6-8, attendees can feast on the world famous green stalks in ice cream, margaritas, lumpia, nachos, pasta, and the main attraction; Deep Fried Asparagus. One bite of the crispy, battered veggie and you’ll...Read More
Women’s History Month had its origins as a national celebration in 1981 when Congress passed a resolution that authorized and requested the President to proclaim the week beginning March 7, 1982 as “Women’s History Week.” In 1987, March was proclaimed “Women’s History Month”, and Congress continues to pass resolutions annually. Women’s History Month celebrates the...Read More
Beginning March 2, Catholics around the world will observe Lent, a 40 day season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown on Holy Thursday April 14. This period of preparation leads to the celebration of Christs’ Resurrection at Easter. Traditionally, practitioners abstain from eating meat on Fridays. Here...Read More
Spring is in the air! The sun is shining, the trees are blooming and kids are back to sports like baseball and swimming. If there is room in your busy calendar, here are a few of the things taking place in San Joaquin County this month. Hunt for Leprechauns at Lodi Lake March 1-17. After,...Read More
Participate in the 60th anniversary of the Ripon Almond Blossom Festival February 24-27. Held over three days, there is something for everyone in honor of the delicate blossoms. Popular activities include a bake-off, carnival, vendor fair, fun-run and the crowning of Miss Ripon. Don’t miss the excitement of the downtown parade Saturday at 1PM. For...Read More
February was designated Black History Month because two prominent figures, Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Doughlas have birthdays this month. BHM is a time to celebrate the culture and achievements of Black people. This year, the theme is “Black Health and Wellness”. For families: Watch Hidden Figures, based on the true story of Three brilliant African-American...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
Crab feeds are a somewhat regional offering here in Northern California as access to the coast assures the freshest seasonal crab. Crabbing season generally starts in November and runs through mid-March and you can bet just about every weekend in between there is at least one crab feed in your area. Baseball teams, youth groups...Read More
