Author Archive for Ruben Porras
Ruben Porras is also known as ModestoFamous in some circles. He has been in and out of Modesto for about the last eight years. He is a bit of a survivor that suffers from wanderlust more than anything. He pays his bills by writing words, spreading the word and making people laugh. Follow Him. Friend him. Nice guy. Twitter: @ModestoFamous
Understanding the Art of the Rat Rod
You have no doubt seen the pristine classic cars that are often the focus of Graffiti Summer and so many other automobile events. Their owners take great care to gently polish every piece of chrome and glass on each car and they make sure that nothing is out of place. Rat Rods are not those [...]
Let’s Be Civilized
At ModestoView we are proud of our reputation of being community focused, open to diversity and socially responsible. Today, we are combining all of those factors to do something that we have never done before and we are working with a great group of young locals to make that happen. Tonight is the opening of [...]
The End of ModestoFamous
For years, ModestoView Editor and Social Media Manager Ruben Porras has been known as ModestoFamous, a persona that allowed him to take to the streets and be someone else when he was fighting Cancer and other issues. It made him feel free of the pain and treatments for short periods of time. Today, that changes [...]
The Adventures of Batman and Ruben
FamousView The Adventures of Batman and Ruben It has been weeks since I last sat down and wrote an article. I used to pump out thousands and thousands of words every single day but lately I have been focusing more on social media and that takes more time than anyone might imagine. It feels good [...]
Read a Book to an Animal
by Monica Barber May is a magnificent month for trying out new things and finding new ways to occupy your time. There’s no better time than the present to enjoy the warm weather and get out on the town and Mo-town is ripe for deals in May! Looking for a great deal on a book? [...]
We Love Farmer’s Markets
Go Modesto We love our Farmer’s Markets Your mother always told you that you should eat your greens so you would grow big and strong. This handy list of local certified farmers’s market locations will help you show mom that you listen closely. Modesto- Count on a long list of tasty fruits and veggies, nifty [...]
Crescent Work and Outdoor Camping Contest
ModestoView is proud to announce our partnership with Crescent Work and Outdoor for a special contest designed for local families. We love traveling and exploring and we really love getting outside and enjoying nature. On that note, we want to help one local family do just that. Details – One lucky winner will win all [...]
Modesto To Hold Engagment Forum Tonight
Editor’s Note: – Take a couple hours out of your day today to learn about Modesto and plans for the future. We live here and work here – Let’s take an active role in making our community a place that we truly feel at home in. While you are downtown, enjoy Modesto’s Third Thursday Artwalk. [...]
Dewz Recruits an Army of Wine Robots
by Ruben J. Porras / ModestoFamous Photos by Ruben J. Porras Scott Aspesi loves wine and he wants Modesto to share that love. To make that happen, Aspesi has opened a new tasting room as part of Dewz restaurant on J St. that is like nothing else in the Modesto area. Dewz has a long [...]
FamousView April 2013 – Life is Good
FamousView April 2013 by ModestoFamous Oh life! March was quite the ride for me! My life in this community seems to just get better and better and that is something that I’m really excited about. Things in my life don’t always stay good. For some crazy reason, the good always turns bad or worse. I [...]
Are you a part of the Tattoo Nation?
Tattoo Nation The True Story of the Ink Revolution – Press Release provided by State Theatre Playing at State Theatre Thurs. 4/4 – Thurs. 4/11 (Documentary) I Hr. 29 Min. (DVD) In English Tattoos used to be a sign of rebellion. A middle finger salute to the rest of the world. Outlaw bikers got tattoos. [...]
FamousView – Howdy Campers!
Howdy campers! You know that I have to open with that based on the theme of this issue. Right now I am in my downtown apartment and I have a raging campfire going in my living room. These s’mores are tasty, but for some reason men in giant red trucks with ladders attached just pulled [...]
Celeb Diva Calls Modesto Home
I continue to be impressed and inspired by the diversity that makes up Modesto. Meeting new people on a regular basis is always exciting and recently I have had the opportunity to meet a local artist that is actually a world-famous celebrity in her field. What she does may not appeal to everyone, but her [...]
BargainView – March 2013
by Monica Barber March is here! Do yourself a favor and march into the month right with some fabulous fun at a fraction of the cost! Start off on the right foot with a bit of artistic curiosity at A Local Grown Art & Music Expo on March 2nd! Treat yourself to musical performances by [...]
See the SF Giant’s World Series Trophy In Person
San Francisco Giants Announce Plans for Upcoming San Francisco Giants World Championship Trophy Tour presented by Bank of America Tour begins on January 8th and concludes on Opening Day, April 5th This will be the second public trophy tour held in the past three years and will feature both the 2012 and 2010 trophies. The [...]
