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Fluffy is Back at Gallo Center

Fluffy is Back at Gallo Center

Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is back on the road and headed back to the Gallo Center for two shows! Iglesias is one of the world’s most successful stand-up comics. He recently became the second highest-grossing touring comedian and is one of the most watched on YouTube with over 1.1 billion views. Fluffy also has more than […]

Iron Patriots Robotics Team Win First Place

Iron Patriots Robotics Team Win First Place

The Iron Patriots, a robotics team based out of Beyer High School in Modesto, CA, won the 2024 Imagery Award and a First Place win at the FIRST Sacramental Regional Competition. The team competed at the Sacramento Regional in Elk Grove CA on March 13th – 16th with 38 teams from across California, including 2 […]

Melissa Etheridge – March 27 – Turlock

Melissa Etheridge – March 27 – Turlock

Melissa Etheridge stormed onto the American rock scene in 1988 with the release of her critically acclaimed self-titled debut album, which led to an appearance on the 1989 Grammy Awards show. For several years, her popularity grew around such memorable originals as “Bring Me Some Water,” “No Souvenirs” and “Ain’t It Heavy,” for which she […]

FilmView – 48 Hour Film March 22

FilmView – 48 Hour Film March 22

FilmView One of Modesto’s most creative events happens this month would make George Lucas proud. The Modesto 48 Hour Film Festival will showcase the talents of people that can create, script, film and produce a short film in 48 Hours. This is a fun night of presentations and is one of the more creative Modesto […]

The Latinx Comic Arts Festival Celebrates Its 5th Anniversary

The Latinx Comic Arts Festival Celebrates Its 5th Anniversary

The Latinx Comic Arts Festival Celebrates Its 5th AnniversaryBy Dr. Theresa Rojas and Barbra DillonCelebrating its 5th anniversary, The Latinx Comic Arts Festival (LCAF) is returning to Modesto Junior College’s West Campus on March 22 and 23, 2024, for a free, family-friendly, 2-day comics convention! LCAF is the Central Valley’s celebration of Latino comic art creators and friends. We […]

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Food & Drink

Bark Indoor Dog Park: Bring the Outdoors Indoors with Fresh Local Brews

Bark Indoor Dog Park: Bring the Outdoors Indoors with Fresh Local Brews

Bark Indoor Dog Park: Bring the Outdoors Indoors with Fresh Local BrewsBy Brandilyn MitchellIf you frequent the McHenry Village (like I do), you have been watching the building of this exciting little space for a long time wondering, “What exactly is this place? Is that a pint glass in the logo? When will it open?” […]

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Libations and Poe: The 1840’s in 2024

Libations and Poe: The 1840’s in 2024

Libations and Poe: The 1840’s in 2024by Brandilyn and Christopher Mitchell Edgar Allen Poe, born January 19, 1809, and died on October 7, 1849 was an American writer, poet, author, editor, and literary critic who is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales of mystery and the macabre. Humans have been […]

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FoodView – It’s Breakfast Time

FoodView – It’s Breakfast Time

By Chris Murphy and the ViewCrewI love breakfast and first things first. Mad props to the old school places that were the foundation of our childhoods; Denny’s, Smitty’s, Old Mill and Ridgways. Although a chain, there is something special about a Denny’s and the diner we have at 5 points is one of the classic […]

CrabFeed Season

CrabFeed Season

Is there a better more mouthwatering way to satiate your appetite? Not just for a delicious night out but also for giving to great causes. It is Crab Feed Season and it seems like every Non-Profit is hungry for donations and is boiling water and melting butter. These events are some of the biggest fundraisers for very […]

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FoodView – D’Forno In Downtown

FoodView – D’Forno In Downtown

By Chris Murphy Four-cheese Tortellini, Mediterranean Pesto Chicken, Cioppino, Lamp Chops, Coconut prawns, and flaming Saganaki cheese. These tastes are amazing. Rich, perfect pasta, worlds of spice and nice portions are what greet you when you dine at D’Forno in Downtown Modesto. Besides being a great new restaurant, D’Forno has great roots here in our […]

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Event Calendar

The Flowers Art Show

The Flowers Art Show

Go Modesto: The Flowers Art ShowArt and Music have always gone hand in hand, and on Friday, March 15th, at 6 pm, The Fowers invited their friends to join them for a night of artistic magic. The Flowers will be joined by Salacious Wizard Cult and Druid Oz & the Fuzz Monks, along with over 20 visual artists […]

By March 11, 2024 Read More →
Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation Presents the 8th Annual Egg Hunt at Modesto Reservoir

Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation Presents the 8th Annual Egg Hunt at Modesto Reservoir

Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation Presents the 8th Annual Egg Hunt at Modesto Reservoir Modesto, CA – Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation and the Board of Supervisors present the 8th Annual Egg Hunt taking place at Modesto Reservoir on March 23, 2024, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Egg Hunt will feature four huge […]

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Ska Patrick’s Day

Ska Patrick’s Day

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day or Ska Patrick’s Day and This is SKA with Middagh Goodwin’s 4th Anniversary at Five Eye Brewing 1920 Foundry Ct # B1, Ceres, on March 17th, 6-10 pm. Enjoy a night of Rocksteady and Ska with performances by The Bracers(Modesto), Belmont Sound System(Fresno), and Sacto Storytellers(members of Filibuster Sacramento). Seleter Dave […]

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Performing View – It’s It Doozy!

Performing View – It’s It Doozy!

PerformingView By Chris Murphy March is going to be a doozy! There are new events and performance popping up everywhere and we are only going to be able to scratch the surface this month. There is everything from indie plays, celebrity blockbusters, to enchanting cirque productions. The Gallo Center has events lined up for everyone. […]

Don’t Miss the Golden State Road Warriors

Don’t Miss the Golden State Road Warriors

Don’t Miss the Golden State Road Warriors Wheelchair Basketball Team Play in Modesto!By James Costello The league champion Golden State Road Warriors Wheelchair Basketball Team, sponsored by the NBA Golden State Warriors, will visit Modesto for a KCPB Community Radio 95.5 FM fundraising event. This one-of-a-kind audience-interactive event will occur from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. […]

By February 29, 2024 Read More →

Music

Elegant Ladies of Jazz in Concert

Elegant Ladies of Jazz in Concert

Elegant Ladies of Jazz in Concert Sunday, April 7, 7 pm Harvest Presbyterian Church, 1813 Moffett Rd., Ceres  no charge   The Elegant Ladies of Jazz is a trio consisting of Anne Martin, violin, Karen Bucio, French horn, and Bev Vanderlinden, piano. Anne Martin, ELJ violinist, is a long-time Modesto resident. After 21 years of service, […]

By March 28, 2024 Read More →
Ska Patrick’s Day

Ska Patrick’s Day

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day or Ska Patrick’s Day and This is SKA with Middagh Goodwin’s 4th Anniversary at Five Eye Brewing 1920 Foundry Ct # B1, Ceres, on March 17th, 6-10 pm. Enjoy a night of Rocksteady and Ska with performances by The Bracers(Modesto), Belmont Sound System(Fresno), and Sacto Storytellers(members of Filibuster Sacramento). Seleter Dave […]

By March 6, 2024 Read More →
The Opera and the Octopus

The Opera and the Octopus

The Opera and the Octopusby Aaron Rowan The octopus is my spirit animal. They are clever, curious, enigmatic, and occasionally mischievous creatures. I enjoy reading about them, and high on my experience wishlist is getting to pet one at an aquarium; perhaps I’ll even dive with some one day. I’ve built quite a collection of […]

By March 4, 2024 Read More →
Some Blues You Can Use

Some Blues You Can Use

Some Blues You Can UseBy Eric Benson There was a wonderful musical tribute to the late John Shaw musician who died recently. The event was at the Twin River Saloon with hundreds of well-wishers and musicians coming out. We hope that his family continues to be supported now and, in the future, RIP John Shaw […]

By March 3, 2024 Read More →
How to Guide to Entertainment Permits 

How to Guide to Entertainment Permits 

How to Guide to Entertainment Permits  By Middagh Goodwin It is unlawful for any person to own, conduct, operate, maintain, or participate therein any place of entertainment in the City of Modesto without first having obtained an Entertainment Permit. Failure to obtain an Entertainment Permit can result in penalties under Municipal Code 4-1.420.  It is necessary to complete a […]

By March 2, 2024 Read More →

Stage Art

The Latinx Comic Arts Festival Celebrates Its 5th Anniversary

The Latinx Comic Arts Festival Celebrates Its 5th Anniversary

The Latinx Comic Arts Festival Celebrates Its 5th AnniversaryBy Dr. Theresa Rojas and Barbra DillonCelebrating its 5th anniversary, The Latinx Comic Arts Festival (LCAF) is returning to Modesto Junior College’s West Campus on March 22 and 23, 2024, for a free, family-friendly, 2-day comics convention! LCAF is the Central Valley’s celebration of Latino comic art creators and friends. We […]

By March 11, 2024 Read More →
Libations and Poe: The 1840’s in 2024

Libations and Poe: The 1840’s in 2024

Libations and Poe: The 1840’s in 2024by Brandilyn and Christopher Mitchell Edgar Allen Poe, born January 19, 1809, and died on October 7, 1849 was an American writer, poet, author, editor, and literary critic who is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales of mystery and the macabre. Humans have been […]

By March 11, 2024 Read More →
The Flowers Art Show

The Flowers Art Show

Go Modesto: The Flowers Art ShowArt and Music have always gone hand in hand, and on Friday, March 15th, at 6 pm, The Fowers invited their friends to join them for a night of artistic magic. The Flowers will be joined by Salacious Wizard Cult and Druid Oz & the Fuzz Monks, along with over 20 visual artists […]

By March 11, 2024 Read More →
March Into the Arts

March Into the Arts

March Into the ArtsBy Jim Christiansen March is here already, and we have survived Godzilla vs Modesto in February at the State Theatre, and hoping for a repeat. February 18, Hocus Manriquez and crew, Leon Henry, Zsanise, and Zspirit unveiled Mural 3 for Stanislaus Arts Council Heartland Grant at Hocus Ink in Ceres. The previous […]

By March 7, 2024 Read More →
Performing View – It’s It Doozy!

Performing View – It’s It Doozy!

PerformingView By Chris Murphy March is going to be a doozy! There are new events and performance popping up everywhere and we are only going to be able to scratch the surface this month. There is everything from indie plays, celebrity blockbusters, to enchanting cirque productions. The Gallo Center has events lined up for everyone. […]

Community

Elegant Ladies of Jazz in Concert

Elegant Ladies of Jazz in Concert

Elegant Ladies of Jazz in Concert Sunday, April 7, 7 pm Harvest Presbyterian Church, 1813 Moffett Rd., Ceres  no charge   The Elegant Ladies of Jazz is a trio consisting of Anne Martin, violin, Karen Bucio, French horn, and Bev Vanderlinden, piano. Anne Martin, ELJ violinist, is a long-time Modesto resident. After 21 years of service, […]

By March 28, 2024 Read More →
The Latinx Comic Arts Festival Celebrates Its 5th Anniversary

The Latinx Comic Arts Festival Celebrates Its 5th Anniversary

The Latinx Comic Arts Festival Celebrates Its 5th AnniversaryBy Dr. Theresa Rojas and Barbra DillonCelebrating its 5th anniversary, The Latinx Comic Arts Festival (LCAF) is returning to Modesto Junior College’s West Campus on March 22 and 23, 2024, for a free, family-friendly, 2-day comics convention! LCAF is the Central Valley’s celebration of Latino comic art creators and friends. We […]

By March 11, 2024 Read More →
Bark Indoor Dog Park: Bring the Outdoors Indoors with Fresh Local Brews

Bark Indoor Dog Park: Bring the Outdoors Indoors with Fresh Local Brews

Bark Indoor Dog Park: Bring the Outdoors Indoors with Fresh Local BrewsBy Brandilyn MitchellIf you frequent the McHenry Village (like I do), you have been watching the building of this exciting little space for a long time wondering, “What exactly is this place? Is that a pint glass in the logo? When will it open?” […]

By March 11, 2024 Read More →
The Flowers Art Show

The Flowers Art Show

Go Modesto: The Flowers Art ShowArt and Music have always gone hand in hand, and on Friday, March 15th, at 6 pm, The Fowers invited their friends to join them for a night of artistic magic. The Flowers will be joined by Salacious Wizard Cult and Druid Oz & the Fuzz Monks, along with over 20 visual artists […]

By March 11, 2024 Read More →
Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation Presents the 8th Annual Egg Hunt at Modesto Reservoir

Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation Presents the 8th Annual Egg Hunt at Modesto Reservoir

Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation Presents the 8th Annual Egg Hunt at Modesto Reservoir Modesto, CA – Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation and the Board of Supervisors present the 8th Annual Egg Hunt taking place at Modesto Reservoir on March 23, 2024, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Egg Hunt will feature four huge […]

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