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Food View – Meet Me at the Moon

Food View – Meet Me at the Moon

By Abigail Power If it’s time for brunch, we can tell you exactly where you’ll find the View Crew. Harvest Moon at 10:00 AM sharp Saturday morning after the Modesto Certified Farmer’s Market for some of the best food in town. Harvest Moon is a downtown staple that has been “tossing your salad” since 1997 […]

Deeply Rooted: Roman Wagner

Deeply Rooted: Roman Wagner

We are excited to announce our new monthly feature presented by Visit Modesto! Visit Modesto islaunching the “Deeply Rooted” campaign this month, which features personal stories of community members and how they are creating positive change and energy in our city. ModestoView is proud topartner and start off the wonderful series with one of our longtime […]

By March 2, 2023 Read More →
Good Day Lucille:  A Love Story

Good Day Lucille:  A Love Story

Good Day Lucille:  A Love Story By: Abigail Power              A classic diner meets Wes Anderson Movies meets a French café that serves local and delicious brekky, baked treats, varieties of wine, and coffee. Modesto, we are in for an amazing addition to the storied culture of our downtown, and Marissa and Wyatt Smith are […]

By February 14, 2023 Read More →
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide By Abigail Power Fleur de Lis 920 16th Street Modesto, CA 95354 Jewelry! The “La Vie” Collection is sparkly and perfect for all styles, from classic studs to chunky bracelets. They have the perfect gift for anyone – just ask Ruthie, and she will make sure you get exactly what you need. […]

By February 14, 2023 Read More →
SweetView – All American Frozen Treats

SweetView – All American Frozen Treats

By Abigail Power During Modesto Summers, there’s nothing better than classic All-American frozen treats to cool down and enjoy the sunshine. This month we are breaking down the some of our fave local places to get ice cream and milkshakes! Mocha Magic 920 16th Street Modesto, CA MV PICK: Maria at Mocha Magic has amazing […]

BarView – Graffiti Summer Cocktails

BarView – Graffiti Summer Cocktails

By Abigail Power When you’re out and about this Graffiti Summer, one of the best ways to cool off and enjoy the day is with a refreshing cocktail. We are so excited to partner with local bars and restaurants to bring you custom and signature GRAFFITI SUMMER COCKTAILS! Inspired by classic and vintage drinks and […]

Larry Neville of the Legendary Neville Brothers

Larry Neville of the Legendary Neville Brothers

By: Abigail Murphy and Harrison Power In 1947, twin brothers Willis and Willard Neville opened up the classic institution that we know today as Neville Brothers. Located at 723 Needham Street and recognizable by the beautiful cars and murals that grace the exterior of the building, Neville Bros is known as a historical landmark and […]

InterView Chelsea Foy: Because Isn’t Modesto Lovely?

InterView Chelsea Foy: Because Isn’t Modesto Lovely?

Chelsea Foy: Because Isn’t Modesto Lovely? By Abigail Murphy Chelsea Foy, Modesto native and current College-Area resident, has become one of Modesto’s most popular and creative social influencers and bloggers over the past few years. Remember when all those adorable chalk messages popped up around downtown? That was her! Chelsea grew up on an almond […]

FoodView – At P. Wexford’s, Everyone is Family

FoodView – At P. Wexford’s, Everyone is Family

FoodView P. Wexford Irish Home Cooking By Abigail Murphy Photos by MJ Mangano Where Everyone is Family As a Murphy, Irish Pubs have a special place in my heart. It is amazing that all around the world, there are Irish Pubs, even when I was in Mongolia. You feel at home in an Irish Pub […]

Puppy Love – Rescue Your Love

Puppy Love – Rescue Your Love

Puppy Love Shelter Pets By Abigail Murphy We know that some of our closest loved ones on Valentine’s Day are the pets we celebrate and take care of everyday! They love us unconditionally. If you are married, single or looking, Valentine’s Day is always good when you have your pets. As in real life, there […]

By February 3, 2020 0 Comments Read More →
FoodView – Alchemy Bread

FoodView – Alchemy Bread

FoodView By Abigail Murphy Alchemy Bread’s Bonnie Ohara “If you think Modesto doesn’t have artists, musicians, or culture, come to Saturday Bread.” Bonnie Ohara, owner of Alchemy Bread and self-taught sourdough bread baker, says the community of other artisans in Modesto is at the heart of what she loves about her bakery. “A lot of […]

By November 14, 2019 0 Comments Read More →
AthleteView – CCHS Tennis Celebrates

AthleteView – CCHS Tennis Celebrates

AthleteView By Abigail Murphy Modesto’s very own Central Catholic Girls Tennis Team won the 2018 – 2019 San Joaquin Section Championship Title! Seeded number two in Division 4 Playoffs, Central powered through to victory by beating Los Banos 9-0, Placer 8-1, and Kimball 7-2. Sophomore Colleen Ballatore, born and raised in Modesto, defeated the 2-year […]

By December 3, 2018 Read More →
AllAgesView- Happy Summer Everyone

AllAgesView- Happy Summer Everyone

Caption: All Ages Editor Abbey Murphy celebrates her Modesto High graduation with her friends that all went to school together since Lakewood Elementary. Flashing the Lakewood L are Mia Skowron, Jake Callizo, Olivia Peltier, Abbey, James Zhou AllAgesView By Abbey Murphy Happy Summer Everyone! School is out and it’s time to go out and enjoy […]

By June 3, 2013 Read More →
AllAgesView – Happy April

AllAgesView – Happy April

AllAgesView By Abbey Murphy Happy April Everyone! Hope everyone is feeling the spring spirit as the weather has warmed up and the flowers have popped up, too! This is such a great time of the year and for all students in Modesto, we are counting every single day until school’s out for summer! Many of […]

All Ages View-March

All Ages View-March

AllAgesView By Abbey Murphy March is here! I am a big fan of March partially because it is the month of the Irish (I think you can see I’m biased by my last name, Murphy) and also because it means that spring is on its way! Remember to bring out the green on St. Patrick’s […]