Modesto Area Music Awards 2023
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Graffiti USA Car Sales: Fulfill Your Classic Car Dreams While Supporting a Great Cause
Graffiti USA Car Sales: Fulfill Your Classic Car Dreams While Supporting a Great CauseBy: Carly Russell Graffiti USA Car Sales is not your average car dealership. We specialize in classic cars, helping enthusiasts and collectors find their dream vehicle. Our unique and ever-evolving car selection features model years from the early 1920s to the 1970s. […]
Legally Blonde at MJC
Legally Blonde is opening soon at Modesto Junior College! A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much […]
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. […]
Go Angels Camp Celtic Faire
The 38th Annual Celtic Faire is happening at the Frogtown Fairgrounds in Angels Camp, March 8th-10th, Enjoy the Highland Games, Jousting, Celtic Marketplace, Whiskey Tasting, and of course, lots of musical entertainment being MC’d by Tony Serrano. Don’t miss the Blaggards, Black Eyed Dempseys, Wicked Tinkers, Hounds of Belfast, Black Irish Band, Golden Bough, Stout […]
Results of the 40th Annual Stanislaus County Mock Trials Competition
Results of the 40th Annual Stanislaus County Mock Trials Competition The annual Stanislaus County Mock Trials event took place on January 30, February 6, 8 & 13 at the Stanislaus County Courthouse, 800 11th Street, Modesto. The championship round was held at the Stanislaus County Office of Education on February 20. Nine Stanislaus County […]
Spring Garden Tour
Modesto Garden Club Spring Garden Tour – Beautifying and Serving the Community for 100 Years On Sat. April 20, 2024 the Modesto Garden Club, Inc. will host the annual Spring Garden Tour. The theme is Beautifying and Serving the Community for 100 Years. The Modesto Garden Club hosted its first Spring Garden Tour back in […]
ZenView – Year of the Dragon
Happy New Year of the Wood Dragon By Mary Layton The year of the Wood Dragon begins February 10th, 2024 and ends on January 28th, 2025. It is the most popular zodiac animal in the Chinese Horoscope. In Chinese culture a Dragon is a mythical, supreme being that brings good luck. Couples want to have […]
Graffiti USA Education Room Transformation
Education Room Transformation By: Carly Russell The Graffiti USA Classic Car Museum’s Education Room recently received a generous donation of furnished work and materials, transforming this space into a remarkable showcase. Technical Engineered Coatings Inc. of Folsom, California, donated $50,000 towards this project, while West Coast Industrial Flooring of Rancho Cordova, California, contributed $25,000. […]
Some Blues You Can Use Music In The Downtown
Some Blues you can use, Music in the DowntownBy Eric Benson After being down a minute with Blues Monday Party we are back Feb 12th at Café Urbano. The Jan 22nd jam went well with good attendance and musicians sitting in. The band features John Burt Sax, Cortez Flores drums, Raul Slaps Bass, and myself […]
AllAgesView – February Blooms
By Grace McNamara As February unfolds, Modesto blooms with opportunities for shared experiences and heartwarming connections. This month is dedicated to love, and Modesto is the best at finding the joy of coming together. Whether you’re navigating this month with loved ones or creating memories with friends, Modesto offers many things for a month filled […]
Black History Month Highlights
Black History Month By Chris Murphy, Savannah Williams, and Margaret James Modesto has such a rich and diverse culture, and that’s a great thing. The more we know and understand each other and recognize and respect our history; it’s good for our community. There are many ways to engage, understand and team up. Empowerment Luncheon […]
You Can Dance If You Want To
FitView: You Can Dance If You Want ToBy Efren Martinez We all understand the importance of regular physical activity for maintaining good health and managing our weight. While our metabolism naturally slows down as we age, it’s crucial to stay active. This FitView is for those who dislike going to the gym. If you’re one […]
A Decade of Local Music
MAMAView A Decade of Local Music By Middagh Goodwin I can not believe it has been Ten years since I first started writing for ModestoView. In that time I have interviewed members of The Monkees, The Stray Cats, Cherry Poppin Daddies, Foreigner, actors Doug and Sam Jones, and more. I have written the GeekView, ComedyView, and […]
Szyndler’s List
UnpluggedView: Szyndler’s Listby Aaron Rowan A few summers ago, I came up with one of the coolest ideas I’ve had as a music curator. Quite the experiment, really: a run of four monthly World Music Jams, held at the Barkin’ Dog Grill where I hosted my very first evening of music downtown over a decade […]
Honoring Our Past, Present, and Future
Honoring Our Past, Present, and FutureBy Tasha Wilson In the heart of our bustling Modesto community, resides a remarkable woman whose dedication to preserving African American heritage has left an indelible mark on those around her. Ms. Audrey Spearman, a visionary leader and community advocate, has dedicated her life to recognizing the invaluable contributions of […]