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Who is Your MAMA?
Who is Your MAMA?By Middgh Goodwin Maybe the better question is how can my band or event, get nominated for the Modesto Area Music Awards? This question often arises just after the voting goes live. One of the easiest ways to get noticed is to email your gigs to events@modestoview.com. This not only shows how […]
Max Ska n P
GoModesto: Max Ska n P This is SKA and Viva Ska Radio present Maximum Ska n’ P at Persuasion Brewing, 500 7th Street, Modesto on October 7th. Headlining the event will be The Littlest Man Band featuring Scott Klopenstien and Tavis Werts(Reel Big Fish), Vincent Walker(Suburban Legends), and members of the Scholars. Also on the […]
Big Band Jazz Returns to the State
BIG BAND JAZZ RETURNS TO THE STATE THEATER OCTOBER 14 The sounds of Big Band Jazz return to The State Theater in Modesto on Saturday, October 14 with the 21-piece Columbia Big Band. Many of the best jazz musicians in the Valley will perform along with special guest artists. The performance will future the music […]
Friends in Fitness
Friends in FitnessBy Efren Martinez As many of you may know, I’ve always had a fully equipped “nightclub-style” home gym. What else would you expect from your DJ in Fitness? So when COVID hit, it worked out okay since my gym, Planet Fitness, had to close its doors like so many other businesses. Still, I […]
Beating the Heat
Beating the HeatBy Eric Benson I turned 66 in August, another trip around the sun and all is well. The body is still functioning with no spare parts, my health is good, my work is good, and my mental health well still a high-functioning sociopath but hey I’m a musician. Trying to work less play […]
Automobiles and the Arts
Automobiles and the Arts By Carly Russell Automobile License Plate Collectors Meet Are you fascinated by the history and design of license plates? Do you have a passion for collecting unique and rare plates from around the world? Look no further than the Automobile License Plate Collectors Association (ALPCA)! The Graffiti USA Classic Car Museum […]
BrewView: Track 424 Keeping It Simple
Track 424: Keeping it SimpleBy Brandilyn Mitchell I wasn’t expecting to be blown away when I parked my car in the Sciabica’s parking lot, mentally preparing myself for a BrewView interview. In fact, I wasn’t even sure I was in the right place. When I walked into the gift shop and saw dozens of flavors […]
I’m a Daydream Believer: An Interview with Micky Dolenz
I’m a Daydream Believer: An Interview with Micky Dolenzby Middagh Goodwin On September 14th, nearly 57 years after the Monkees first appeared on TV(September 12, 1966), Micky Dolenz will celebrate the Monkees at the Gallo Center for the Arts by playing hits such as “I’m a Believer,” “Last Train to Clarksville,” “Daydream Believer,” and more, […]
GreetingsView – Best September Ever
Greetings friends, Wow, this is one of the best Septembers ever! First and foremost, before we even talk about the cool things to do, eat and drink here in our community; I and our family are celebrating. Becky and I are grandparents again and it is just as magical as the first time. I am […]
PerformingView August – Defying the Trends, Support the Arts
PerformingView By Chris Murphy Can Modesto keep defying the trends? There is something great happening here that we all need to pay attention to and make sure we are all enjoying and most importantly participating in our local arts and performance community. Gallo Center CEO, Chad Hilligus, is reporting that the arts in some of […]
Pickleball is Here
By Chris Murphy Pickleball is here! Maybe you’ve heard about it? Just kidding. EVERYONE knows about Pickleball and they all have opinions about it. But one thing’s for sure, there a lot of people out there being super active, having a blast, meeting up with friends and getting some killer cardio time. Heck, you have […]
ZenView- Distraction
By Mary Layton Distraction Distraction is like a double-edged sword with two sides. There are times when distraction seems like a welcome relief from worries and stressful situations. I can dispel a dark thought in an instant by listening to a beautiful song, watching an entertaining show, or getting busy with something that gives me […]
BigView – Here Come the Tomatoes !
The BigView By Chris Murphy Hey Hey Hey! Here come the tomatoes! Yes friends, they are everywhere, by the millions, in thousands of trucks, thousands of acres, and the smell of tomatoes is in the air, especially around our local processors like Stanislaus Foods in downtown Modesto. I have a special ringside seat to this […]
WalkView
By Abigail Power September is the time in Modesto to get out there, get active, and get your fundraising/philanthropic shoes on because we have so many incredible community walks coming up that support amazing organizations for important causes. From the fight against Alzheimer’s and cancer to suicide prevention, organized walks are planned all month long. […]
AllAgesView – Make the Most of September
By Grace McNamara Hey Modesto! I hope you all had a wonderful summer! School is officially back in session. It is nice to get a routine going once again. I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for the fall season! We’ve still been experiencing warmer weather, which gives us more chances to get outside […]
