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Drive Into the Season of Giving

Drive Into the Season of Giving!  This November, Graffiti USA Classic Car Museum is bringing double the excitement to Modesto with two incredible events that celebrate nostalgia, generosity, and Central Valley culture! Doll & Collectible Toy Show – November 8th Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 8, 2025, 10 am-3 pm, when Graffiti USA teams … Read more

Winter SportsView

Winter Sports are Here, and it’s going to go fast. By Coach Colin McBride Basketball: Modesto High: Josh Marchy returns for his 2nd season as the girls’ head varsity coach; his top players are led by seniors Mave Kidd & Linda Anderson. The Mohi girls’ program is looking to be competitive this year. Modesto High: … Read more

AuthorView – Write a Book

By Paula Treik DeBoard Hey, writers! Have you always wanted to write a book, but never had the time or motivation to get started? Do you have a manuscript tucked away in a drawer that you plan to return to… eventually? Are you new to the craft, but looking to find a writing community? The … Read more

FoodView – Molto bene Gusto Italiano

By Chris MurphyI sat at my seat overlooking the exhibition kitchen, as Vinnie Altadonna explained my order to Chef Biagio Capua in Italian and expressed my cheese preferences. This is as good as it gets. I was watching my quattro formaggi pasta sauce, prepared by a truly Italian chef who barely speaks English. Legit, delicious, … Read more

Autumn Arts

Art View Autumn ArtsBy Jim Christiansen Trick-or-Treat and holiday art shopping start early on October 4 and 5, with the Stanislaus Artist Open Studio. Some of the printed maps are still available, but if you don’t have a map, you can access the online map at www.stanislausaos.com. Alternatively, you can use the QR code on our flyers … Read more

Celebrating Modesto Area Arts

Celebrating Modesto Area ArtsBy Middagh Goodwin   On October 21st, the Modesto Area Music Awards will celebrate twenty-six years of music and live entertainment in the 209 at the Historic State Theatre in Downtown Modesto. Who would have imagined in 2000 that twenty-six years later, MAMA would still be going strong and become an annual … Read more

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ZenView – Aiming Higher

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FoodView – Molto bene Gusto Italiano

Chris Murphy

By Chris MurphyI sat at my seat overlooking the exhibition kitchen, as Vinnie Altadonna explained …

Kimoto Celebrates Ten Years of Sushi, Sake, Japanese Whisky, and a Good Mai Tai

Middagh Goodwin

Kimoto Celebrates Ten Years of Sushi, Sake, Japanese Whisky, and a good Mai TaiBy Middagh …

Oktoberfest: A Drinking Tradition

Middagh Goodwin

Oktoberfest: A Drinking TraditionBy Middagh Goodwin Traditionally, Oktoberfest is the world’s largest Volksfest (German for …

BarView – Rivets goes Tiki

Chris Murphy

BarView By Trader Murf @tradermurfsIt is always Tiki time with Trader Murf. Modesto has a …

FoodView – Summer Picnic Fun

Chris Murphy

FoodView By Chris Murphy and the ViewCrewIt’s June and it’s time for a picnic. Not …

Chef Nathan Heese: The Food He Serves & The Lasting Impression He Leaves

Guest ViewCrew

Chef Nathan Heese: The Food He Serves & The Lasting Impression He Leaves By Summer …

FoodView – Sidelines is Back!

Chris Murphy

By Chris Murphy Sidelines is Back! There hasn’t been a more anticipated reopening in Modesto …

IrishView

Chris Murphy

IrishView St Patrick’s Day is March 17P. Wexford’s St. Patrick’s Day Party – March 17 …

BrewView: Shortest Month Packs a Punch

Guest ViewCrew

Shortest Month Packs a Punch By Devry Thayer February is here, finally! You did great …

BrewView: How to “Not” Drink Like a Pro.

Guest ViewCrew

Music

Celebrating Modesto Area Arts

Middagh Goodwin

Celebrating Modesto Area ArtsBy Middagh Goodwin   On October 21st, the Modesto Area Music Awards …

Fall Blues

Eric Benson

Fall BluesBy Eric Benson I turned 68 this month, and it’s a blessing to be …

Twenty Six Years of Modesto Entertainment

Middagh Goodwin

Twenty-six Years of Modesto EntertainmentBy Middagh Goodwin On October 21st, the Modesto Area Music Awards …

A Revival at the Queen Bean

Guest ViewCrew

A Revival at the Queen Bean: Modesto’s Music Scene Finds Its Voice By: Joseph Zimmerer …

Things We Carry: Weston Perry

Mattea Overstreet

Things We Carry: Weston PerryBy Mattea Overstreet An indie-folk artist’s collection of work is likely …

Vinyl Revival: 4th Annual Record Swap Returns to Graffiti USA!

Carly Russell

Vinyl Revival: 4th Annual Record Swap Returns to Graffiti USA! Calling all vinyl collectors and …

Emerging: Rita Taylor

Mattea Overstreet

Emerging: Rita TaylorBy Mattea Overstreet Seventeen-year-old Rita Taylor has spent her life around music, and …

Modesto Area Music Awards

Celebrating Modesto Area Music

Middagh Goodwin

Celebrating Modesto Area Music  By Middagh Goodwin On October 21st, the Modesto Area Music Awards …

Music in the Plaza

Middagh Goodwin

August Nites in the PlazaMusic in the Plaza kicks off with Valley Rhythm Section in …

Music for a Cause

Middagh Goodwin

This night is all about helping the ones in need.  A Fundraiser for Aspiranet to …

News

Drive Into the Season of Giving

Carly Russell

Drive Into the Season of Giving!  This November, Graffiti USA Classic Car Museum is bringing …

Winter SportsView

Guest ViewCrew

Winter Sports are Here, and it’s going to go fast. By Coach Colin McBride Basketball: …

ZenView – Aiming Higher

Guest ViewCrew

The Art of AimingAs human beings, our minds seem innately wired to seek some sort …

NonProfitView – Boys & Girls Club

Chris Murphy

You might be familiar with the Boys and Girls Club of Stanislaus County. This organization …

SkiView – For a Great Cause

Chris Murphy

Enjoy Skiing for a Good Cause Bring on winter with Warren Miller! Join a stacked …

AuthorView – Write a Book

Guest ViewCrew

By Paula Treik DeBoard Hey, writers! Have you always wanted to write a book, but …

FoodView – Molto bene Gusto Italiano

Chris Murphy

By Chris MurphyI sat at my seat overlooking the exhibition kitchen, as Vinnie Altadonna explained …

InterView – The Modesto Focus

Chris Murphy

InterView By Chris Murphy The Modesto Focus Local news has never been more important. Local …

Fall Fun – Escape Room ModestoView

Chris Murphy

By Abigail Power Escape Rooms! It’s getting darker early and your need to find a …

ShopSmallView – Downtown Pink Friday

Chris Murphy

By Chris Murphy ModestoView readers know that we are all about local. We are supported …

Stage & Art

Spotlight on Local Talent: Modesto’s 48-Hour Film Competition Returns with a Twist

Guest ViewCrew

Spotlight on Local Talent: Modesto’s 48-Hour Film Competition Returns with a TwistBy Tasha Wilson After a …

Fall Into Art

Jim Christiansen

Art View Fall into ArtBy Jim Christiansen Back to School and headed to Oktoberfest. Carnegie …

The Mother at Prospect Theater Project: A Story of Now

Summer Krafft

The Mother at Prospect Theater Project: A Story of Now By Summer Krafft Prospect Theater …

Kids View: The City of Hughson Now Sponsoring the Little Luminaries

Brandilyn Mitchell

by Brandilyn Mitchell The Parks and Recreation Department of the City of Hughson is now …

PerformingView – New 2025 /26 Seasons

Chris Murphy

Pr PerformingView By Chris MurphyOk performing arts friends, it’s time to get serious about next …

Modesto Symphony Orchestra & Chorus Brings Verdi’s Epic Requiem to Modesto

Guest ViewCrew

Modesto Symphony Orchestra & Chorus Brings Verdi’s Epic Requiem to Modesto May 9 & 10, …

Why To See “The Revolutionists at Prospect Theater Project

Guest ViewCrew

Why To See “The Revolutionists” at Prospect Theater ProjectBy Summer Krafft It is tricky to …

PerformingView- So much fun in March

Chris Murphy

PerformingView By Chris MurphyFirst off, let’s start with something fun. If you love the early …

Transitioning Artistic Directors

Guest ViewCrew

Prospect Theater Project: Transitioning Artistic DirectorsBy Summer Krafft There have been many changes to the …

Black History Month Celebrations

Chris Murphy

Black History Month By Chris MurphyDiversity is a wonderful thing and is to be celebrated. …

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