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Can you spot the little ViewCrew? It was so fun to collect the baby/kid picture for our writers this month. Thanks Middagh for doing this.

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I feel like I am scurrying to everything.

Do you feel the same way? Spring is most definitely springing as we race from thing to thing, event to event and place to place. It’s like we are the squirrels running through the trees. You can feel it in the air, no matter where you go, there is a buzz, things are happening, more bikes on the bike trails, there are more people walking downtown, more places are open for breakfast and more patios have musicians and like the busy bees, those crafty pollinators, everyone is exploring and getting things ready for the nice weather. Like they say, April showers bring May flowers, and here in ModestoUSA, it is especially true this year. We can celebrate our amazing planet and learn amore about how we protect it at Earth Day on April 20.

This is also the time for sharpening our tools and repairing our homes or businesses. It seems like we have a short window of

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time for the pruning, chopping, trimming, fixing, power washing, cleaning and waxing the tools in our sheds, whether it is something physical or even if it is mental.

We need to take time to prepare and get ready so things work right, because once May hits, it is a high speed roller coaster ride until winter.

This month is really important for more reasons that really make a difference to the community. ModestoView is so proud to be a long-time supporter of Love Modesto and the community wide event on April 13 has something for everyone. If you volunteer all the time, or if this is your first volunteer experience, it is so easy to lend a hand on Love Modesto. I hope to see you there. The volunteer spirit truly makes the greater Modesto area something special.

There are others that really need your help in the most personal ways. I, my family and the ModestoView and Sierra Pacific Warehouse Group crews will be walking a Mile in Her Shoes on April 6. We absolutely must stand tall against domestic violence and spousal abuse. The Haven Women’s Center offers a safe refuge for so

many when they are at their weakest. As a husband and a father of two amazing daughters, it is important that the men in our community embrace the importance of this issue. Please help us raise funds by donating to our team by clicking the “Donate” button on www.modestoview.com Finally, we end this month with Go Red For Women luncheon and I am happy to report that with the great work from our medical community, that my heart is functioning great and I am so happy to be able to support the great work of the American Heart Association.

I hope your April is fantastic. I wish you special times with your family and friends and hope you enjoy every fast moving minute. I hope to see you out and about and please let me know what you like about ModestoView, and even what you don’t like so we can make it better.

ModestoView is the best way to reach the best people in our community so I really appreciate you being here.

Thank you, Chris Murphy Publisher and Founder, ModestoView chrism@modestoview.com PS. Porchfest is coming May 19th. Put it on your calendar. Our house will be on the map with 5 bands so check it out. It is free and fun. www.modestoporchfest.com/

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Modesto lost one of the pillars of our community on March 2, 2019. David Bradford suddenly passed away while on vacation in San Diego where he was with his wife Marsh and daughter Adele. The Bradford family has always been a big part of Modesto and David was an amazing volunteer, friend to so many, shared his talents with so many. Most knew him as the Word of Mouth baker/owner, and for the recent years could be seen cooking at the Modesto Famer’s Market, clapping and singing in the front row of MoBand, creating amazing treats for fundraisers and so much more. Modesto lost a true treasure and a true friend. He will be

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missed by many but the memories and friendships will live on and his volunteer spirit will inspire us. People like David Bradford are what make our community so special.

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It takes a village of powerful women to change the course of the world, and fortunately we have some of our future leaders here in Modesto. These amazing girls from Girl Scout Troop 1639 lead by Janelle Shanks Haney are holding the entire earth in their hands. Why? It’s because they are the future and it is up to us to leave it in good shape for them. Thanks to Michael J Mangano for bringing this to life.

Left to right: Zefyra Mazuelos, Maev Gianelli. Camille Bennett (on rock), Sophie Ohara, Sophia Haney

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is part of the 13-branch Stanislaus Library system. The county libraries are funded through a dedicated 1/8th-cent countywide sales tax that provides almost 90% of funding for the libraries. “The Friends help close the gap,” says Friends of the Modesto Library President Denise Nordell. “Without us, it would be difficult for the Modesto library to offer some of its most popular programs.”

How can you get involved? First, join the Friends – annual memberships begin at just $25 – or make a donation at modestolibraryfiends.org. There, you will also find

Raising Funds, Friends and Awareness for the Modesto Library

By Maree Hawkins, Friends of the Modesto Library “The only thing that you absolutely have to know is the location of the library.”

– Albert Einstein Even in today’s increasingly digital society, the local library remains a place of excitement, learning and inclusion. Yes, many library materials – eBooks, language programs, magazines, even movies – are available online, without stepping foot into the brick and mortar downtown library. But regardless of how you “visit” and use it, the local library is a vital part of a vibrant community.

Organized in 1974, The Friends of the Modesto Library exists solely to support the library’s mission and Modesto’s downtown library. In particular, we focus on programs that engage young readers. This year alone, the Friends will give financial support to the annual Harry Potter Yule Ball, the local appearance of author Linda Joy Singleton, Diá del los Niños/de los Libros, Imagination Library and the free book giveaway at the Stanislaus County Fair. Many of these programs would not exist without Friends

of the Library support.

But true friends also get together to have fun and share in a common purpose, and we do that, too. Volunteer opportunities abound for Friends members: we participate in the Annual Used Book Sale (our primary fundraiser), as well as Scholastic Book Sales that yield money and books for the library.

We help out at library events and programs like the annual Halloween Parade and Readto-a-Dog programs.

The Modesto Friends also raises money through annual memberships; donations from individuals, businesses such as Alfred Matthews and American Chevrolet; and local organizations like Omega Nu. Donations are often given in honor of a friend or loved one or in memory of some who has died.

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our most current newsletter. “With more members we can increase our monetary support for the library and continually promote the library in our community,” says Friends Membership Director Ellen Dambrosio.

Used Book Sale May 4; we are collecting books (and volunteers!) now. Call (209) 526-9717 for more information.

Our library continually changes to meet the needs of our community. Come visit the Modesto Library to find out for yourself!

Free tours are offered; call (209) 558-7817 for details.

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The Modesto Garden Club is one of our area’s treasures. From creating and maintaining Modesto’s Flower Clock to the Annual Spring Garden Tour, the Garden Club delivers beauty. Get your tix now for Spring Garden Tour coming up on April 27th. This year there are 6 remarkable homes plus the Garden Club Office for touring as well. These gardens are always amazing and you can get great ideas for your own garden on this tour too. So grab your green thumb friends and make a day out of it.

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Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at Marcy’s Hallmark Shop, McHenry Mansion Visitor Center and Gift Store, Paper Habit, Suite 54, Westurf Nursery, P & L Concrete Products and Garden Center in Escalon, Park Greenhouse and Silverado Nursery & Building Materials in Ripon, Morris Nursery in Riverbank, and The Greenery Nursery & Garden Shop in Turlock.

Tickets can be purchased on Wednesdays, 9-12, at the Modesto Garden Club office at 622 14th St. and will be available at the homes on the day of the tour.

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NON-PROFIT VIEW Walk a Mile for Haven We have no use for spousal abuse. This is something that we all must stand up against and prevent sexual abuse of any kind. We must support those that protect our most vulnerable in our community.

The Haven Women’s Center does work that is literally life saving in the most dangerous times. Women need a safe place to get away and feel safe.

This is why Sierra Pacific and ModestoView are Walking a Mile in Her Shoes.

Men from all walks of life will be wearing bright red pumps to show solidarity that we have no use for abuse. The ModestoView Team will be out walking to raise money for Haven. We hope that you will dig down deep and support our team.

We will be walking Saturday morning, April 6. Please make a quick contribution so we can make a difference. Plus, I am sure you get a good laugh watching men struggle to do what women do all day long. Tell a friend too. http://www.havenwalkamile.org/ Team ModestoView/Sierra Pacific https://havenwcs.salsalabs.org/ walkamileinhershoes2019/t/modestoviewsierrapacific/index.html You can also link from www.ModestoView.com

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Efren Martinez Diane Moody Michael J Mangano Rudy Lopez Philip Johnson ©2018 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission from the publisher. The photographs, graphics, artwork and advertisements are the property of Modesto View Magazine. The magazine assumes no responsibility or liability for claims made by the advertisers.

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HEART VIEW

By Chris Murphy This time last year I had no idea that heart issues

would be part of my life, but now they are. Fortunately, I did the research, got the help I needed and had a successful heart procedure that will hopefully get me back on track. That is why I am proud to be the Chair of the Leadership Committee for the local American Heart Association. It is my goal to promote heart healthy living and encourage our community to support these issues. Please join me in sponsoring or attending the Go Red For Women Luncheon on April 26 at the Modesto Center Plaza featuring keynote speaker Dr. Stephen Noble, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Gould Medical Group Hope to see you there.

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ART VIEW

By Jim Christiansen April showers us with Earth Day, Open

Studio, Art Walk, and more.

In my case, its time to build new walls around my new carport art studio.

Having to move recently, I am showing my art at Moon and Sixpence for the Stanislaus Artist Open Studio April 6 and 7, with Anne Whitman. Aaron Rowan adding some music to the mix, and we are stop number 6, and first in the Modesto line up for the 2019 Open Studio weekend. Maps on sale for $10, 18 and under in free with adult, this is the annual self-guided tour of Stanislaus County artist studios, and partner venues, from Turlock, through Ceres and Modesto, out to Riverbank and Oakdale.

53 artists in all this year, 29 stops. Good to pick up a map in advance and plan your route. Each map lists the artist, sampling of their work. For those of you seeking maps the day of the event, Moon and Sixpence will have maps available.

Nearby Artist Studio downtown is The Artist Loft with Nicole Slater. Art is for sale most locations, demonstrations and a chance to meet the artists outside the gallery setting. Enjoy Open Studio weekend and support local artists.

The Third Thursday Art Walk is back on April 18. Check out the venues on the map and look for the artists on the 11th Street area, with music sponsored by Modesto View. The Carolyn Huff Photography and Gallery on K street always has a show, and Still Smoking hosts quite a number of artists for Art Walk. TriChromatic Gallery has regular classes and Writer’s Workshop during the month, and always a display, often demonstrations during Art Walk and Betty Kenny and friends have a display at 11th & J. Downtown Market is back with First Fridays, vendors in arts, crafts on the Tenth Street Art Block. Speaking of Fridays, check out the music offerings at Dragonfly Art for Life Gallery for their Friday night music series in the gallery. It is Paint & Pour Saturdays at Dragonfly happening all day. The Gallery is a membership working studio gallery.

Last month’s inaugural Grace Lieberman music cabaret series at Mistlin Gallery was a sold-out success. Look up their schedule on their new web page at https://ccaagallery.org/events-at-mistlingallery/ This month, Mistlin will display a special Members up close and personal, “Meet the Artists.” In May, Mistlin is hosting an Open Show for members and nonmembers, “Flowers and Still Life.” Pick up a prospectus at the gallery.

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present a demonstration and lecture 7 pm April 10, titled “Expose yourself to Art” Silent auctions often feature art at fundraising events. The MoSt Poetry Center Annual Benefit at Barkin Dog Grill April 14, a good place to place your bid. Last 2 years I’ve picked up art from Brian Swander, Broadsides, and lost out on some other donations to the cause. 2 to 5 pm.

The Shire Community Center is still taking shape renovating their space on H. Donations welcome.

Coffee and Art? Picasso’s, Preservation Coffee, Deva, Queen Bean all show art on the walls, and long a part of the downtown Arts community.

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BREW VIEW

STAR WARS VIEW

By Middagh Goodwin

By Brandilyn Brown and Christopher Mitchell

Modesto couple Adam Soares and

Allison Dowdy recently opened Blades and Bottles: a two-story combo saloon and salon, in the heart of downtown.

The project combines Adam’s and Allison’s passions of hair cutting and bartending to create something truly unique in the area. It has a throw-back 1920’s feel-very sleek and swanky. It’s the bees knees, bub! So set aside your heebie-jeebies, put on your glad rags (and feel free to leave your high-hats at home): with plenty of bar seating but also posh sofas and high seat tables: you will find somewhere to relax and let loose in this spot.

We happened to be in on the same day as the St. Paddy’s bike crawl, so this place was hoppin’! Music was pumpin’ and the drinks were slammin’. When we say this is a full bar, we mean FULL BAR: whiskey, gin, bourbon, tequila, wine, all the juices, all the garnishments-and if they don’t have your favorite local brew on tap, ask about it in a bottle because they might just have it! Allison even made my

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preggers-self a mocktail to enjoy during Mitchell’s trim-which made me feel super special!

Mr. Mitchell started with a Blaker Vanilla Bean stout, then went upstairs to get a beard trim & shape by the fabulous Nicolette Leasure. He was truly pampered and loved the final product! Then he finished his beer and ordered a delicious oldfashioned.

Follow them on Facebook so you’ll know all about their live music nights and comedy nights-they’ve got quite a few events on the calendar that you won’t want to miss.

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1012 15th St, Modesto (209) 566-9761 Bar hours: 9am to 10pm, Tues & Wed. 9am to 1:30am Thursday through Saturday. Closed Monday & Sunday.

Salon hours: 9am to 8pm Tuesday through Saturday. (Walk-ins welcome, but appointments recommended. Anyone under 21 can still come in and get a haircut during these hours!)

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All over the world, Star Wars will be on everyone’s mind on May 4th.

This is a special day here in Modesto USA where we are the #homeofstarwars Yes, friends, this is our day and we are going to celebrate and bring the action to 10th St Plaza. Bring the whole family and join the Northern California Star Wars community to celebrate May the 4th in Downtown Modesto.

We have invited the 501st Squadron, Central Valley Cosplayers, the Wolves of Mandalore and the Rebel Legion to join us at this event and the LodgePole Pickers will go full Jedi for their music in the plaza. You won’t want to miss the lightsaber battles and the light show by Laser Voodoo. Everyone is encouraged to cosplay as their favorite Star Wars characters.

The celebration begins at 3 pm, with the Lodgepole Pickers going on at 6. We

will have a public reading of the Modesto proclamation. Beyer High School Band will perform the music of John Williams.

Around 8 pm an epic battle lightsaber battle will be waged. Afterwards, there will be more Jedi Lodge Pole Picker Music. This is a FREE event.

The original Star Wars movie was released May 25, 1977, a day that changed modern film forever. From the opening theme and the rolling script, the world had a new lexicon of interstellar characters, starships and even speed measurements. In as little as a few parsecs, this film propelled Modesto native George Lucas into Hyperspace of film fame.

There will be special Star Wars food and drink specials at Fuzio, Ralston’s Goat, T-Cups, and Graffiti Dogs. Make sure you like the May the 4th Facebook page to stay up to speed. @maythefourthmodesto #homeofstarwars #homeofGeorgeLucas #homeofAmericanGraffiti

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PERFORMANCE VIEW Spring Is In The Air! Blossoms are blooming! Breezes are

By Kaye Osborn

warmer! The world seems brighter! For me, I am happiest when reading a good book! I love reading and going to the theater. So many great productions were created from books. To Kill a Mockingbird, Hamilton, Wicked, The Wizard of Oz and so many more became staged plays.

One of my favorite books, Tuesdays with Morrie, is coming to the Gallo this month.

I suggest reading the book first before seeing the show. The two actors, Jim Johnson and Colton Dennis, have been on the local theater scene for many years. They are perfectly cast for this autobiographical story about Mitch Albom, a journalist and Morrie Schwartz, his former college professor.

It is an endearing story. Don’t miss it!

Here’s what’s happening in our neck of the woods Gallo Center for the Arts Modesto Christian’s Oklahoma Fri., April 12- Sun., April 14 2 PM & 7 PM

Tuesdays with Morrie Fri. April 26- Sun., April 28 2 PM & 7 PM

West Side Theater, Newman West Side players Variety Show That’s Entertainment Fri., April 26- Sun., April 28 7 PM & 3 PM Continues through the first weekend of May

Gaslight Community Conservatory, Denair Rope by Alfred Hitchcock Thurs., April 4-Sat., April 27 - 7 PM Sunday Afternoons at CBS Incendio: Flamenco Jazz group Congregation Beth Shalom - 3 PM

At the Prospect Theatre In celebration of Advance Care Planning Month, Community Hospice, in partnership with Prospect Theater Project is pleased to present two plays on death and dying with commentary on end-of-life issues; Time to Go by CE McClelland and Journey Into That Good Night by Berry L. Barta. The goal of this free event is to create awareness and discussion on end-of-life issues and the importance of Advance Care Planning. The performances will be followed by an interactive discussion facilitated by Community Hospice. Refreshments will be available.

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MOBAND VIEW

MoBand is 100 years old!

You won’t want to miss one single Concert in the Park this

summer so here is your first peak at the “Centennial Summer” schedule. Concerts are 8 – 10pm in Graceada Park. Don’t forget to bring a blanket and picnic. www.moband.org June 6 - Graffiti Love June 13 - Then and Now June 20 - Beach Party June 27 - Rock of Ages July 3 - Patriotic Spectacular (special Wednesday show) July 10 - Centennial Celebration

Baseball Nuts Opening Day

Let’s root, root, root for the home team! Yes friends, it is time to go out to the ball game. There is nothing like local minor league baseball on a spring and summer. The Modesto Nuts open their season on April 11 with a home game opener against the Stockton Ports.

Make sure you get out to the ball park early to enjoy the fun in the sun and some of the great hot dogs and BBQ. Weeknight games start at 7:05. You can get individual tix, season tickets and mini plan options as well. Make sure you meet Al the Almond, Wally the Walnut and Shelley the Pistachio Tix are available at www.modestonuts.com

East LaLoma Park needs you!

Yes friends, we need your help to build a new playground. A few years ago, all of the

playground equipment was removed, with nothing left for kids to play on. East LaLoma Park is important to the community and families need a safe and fun place to play. You can help the LaLoma Neighborhood Association build a new playground, close to the pavilion that will revitalized this park. You can donate to the LaLoma GoFundMe page at https://www.gofundme.com/la-loma-neighborhood-improvements There will also be a Gala Hollywood Fundraiser on June 29 at the Modesto Mercedes Benz dealership.

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Great fresh food along with live entertainment. Enjoy music every weekend.

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Ambient Mediterranean eatery serving mainstays such as dolmas & kabobs plus wine & cocktails. Address: 821 L St. Modesto - Phone # 525-3611

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The Tap Room Pub & Grub

The most elegant truffles, fudge made from scratch and more at the sweetest spot in town. Address: 950 10th St. ‘Sweet’ 16 Modesto - Phone 523-1818

With over 20 beers on tap and great food this place is sure to impress you!

Address: 3948 Sylvan Ave. Modesto Phone # 551-1085

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The Twisted Pig Bar & Grill

These restaurants bring a taste of authentic New York cuisine to Modesto.

Fresh, delicious food in a fun and inviting atmosphere.Addresses: 1325 J St. & 2307 Oakdale Rd. Modesto - Phone # 857-5102

Concetta

An ever-changing menu of fresh and local fare makes for a truly unique dining experience. Address: 1205 J St. Modesto - Phone # 529-3282

The Fox Pub

Modeled after a British pub, this saloon serves up American fare in a great atmosphere. Address: 1111 I St. Modesto - Phone # 575-2369

Fresh Fork Grill

It’s not “fast food.” It’s healthy delicious food cooked fast. It’s amazing!

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Graffiti Dogs

Cruise on down! Get gourmet hot dogs, sandwiches, salads, beer, wine and more.

Address: 1002 10th St. Modesto - Phone # 238-9990

Lula’s Neighborhood Grill

Enjoy great tasting burgers and more made with fresh ingredients that will blow you away. 4821 Yosemite Blvd. Modesto Phone # 526-0009

Papapavlo’s Mediterranean Bistro & Bar Relaxed, Stylish Mediterranean restaurant & bar with all of the classics and more. Address: 1320 Standiford Ave. Modesto - Phone # 525-3995

Piccadilly Deli & Sandwich Shop

Right in the heart of Downtown Modesto. Delicious meats cut fresh daily along an all you can eat salad bar. Address: 941 10th St. Modesto - Phone # 523-0748

You have no idea what awaits you when you enter this amazing establishment. Address: 2717 Coffee Rd. Modesto - Phone # 248-7243

Urbano California Bistro

Now open for lunch, dinner, dine-in, and delivery! With some seriously huge and delicious steaks for dinner.

1016 H St. Modesto - Phone # 6221108

Velvet Grill & Creamery

Monsoon Indian Restaurant & Banquet Hall

Ralston’s Goat

Don’t miss out on their weekday all you can eat lunch buffet for only $9.95!

Address: 950 10th St. #15 - Phone # 2485711

Energetic venue offering updated American comfort food, a full bar & regular live entertainment. Address: 1001 10th St. Modesto - Phone # 549-9413

Classic cars, rock n’ roll, burgers and shakes. All American home town food made fresh from scratch. Address: 2204 McHenry Ave. Modesto - Phone # 544-9029

Papachino’s Greco-Roman Restaurant

Sabatino’s Ristorante

Verona’s Cucina Italiana

Take a little trip to the Mediterranean with an amazing variety of great food.

Address: 1212 J St. Modesto - Phone # 578-5225

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Upbeat Italian cafe offering a menu of traditional fare, including breakfast in a cheerful space. Address: 421 McHenry Ave. Modesto - Phone # 576-7116

Delicious Italian cuisine in an elegant inviting atmosphere. Eat, drink and be merry. Address: 1700 McHenry Ave. Modesto - Phone # 549-8876

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This is one of the biggest music, fun, bicycle and community events ever in Modesto. 30+ porches in the College, Bodem/Morris & LaLoma neighborhoods will be featuring live music on May 20 from 12 – 6 pm. ModestoView will be hosting a porch in the LaLoma neighborhood on Edgebrook Dr. so we hope you will stop by. It is a great day to socialize, dance, sing, and ride your bikes in Modesto. People are donating their porches and the bands are donating their time so make sure to thank the bands with BIG TIPS and become a fan! The ModetoView Porch will be featuring Doug Robinett Band, Stickes and Stones, Patty Castillo Davis Band, Cloak and Swagger, Beatle Sessions, and a Third Party Jam www.modestoporchfest.com

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UNPLUGGED VIEW Bizetennial “All music is folk music. I ain’t never heard no horse sing a song.”

- Louis Armstrong.

Opera Modesto is preparing to stage the

world’s most beloved opera work, Georges Bizet’s CARMEN, first performed in 1875.

As part of the festivities leading to the big production at the Gallo Center next month, they’ve partnered with a few regional cultural groups and the Downtown Modesto Partnership for a night full of opera selections, traditional folk dances, and real live horses. The entertainment stage at DoMo First Friday street faire on 4/5 will feature Ballet Tradiciones Folklorico, Azorean dressage/bullfighting horses and riders, a squad of Azorean Forcados (Suicide Squad), a Spanish classical guitarist, Azorean folkloric and

By Aaron Rowan luso dancing, and a few other fun performances. The faire stretches across two blocks filled with food, craft vendors, family activities and more from 6-10 PM. The bullfighters and their steeds will be back when CARMEN hits the stage on May 3 & 5, alongside a cast featuring top Brazilian baritone Johnny Franca, local opera stars Liisa Davila and Christopher Bengochea, and mezzo-soprano Nikola Printz in the title role. Get your tickets starting at $20 at www.galloarts.org.

Moon & Sixpence Music And Art House hosts a station of the annual Stanislaus Open Studio Tour on April 6 & 7. From 11am-5pm, works by Jim Christiansen and

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It’s that time Modesto when we all gather

together to lend a hand to Modesto and show our Love. On April 13, at 8 am join thousands of your best friends at 11th and J St to meet up for one of the many projects around town that needs your help. I, along with Stanislaus County’s Amy Vickery will be your morning MC to celebrate Modesto and Love Modesto’s Jeff Pishney, who will kick of this amazing day of service. This even has built into one of the nation’s best volunteer days. It is so amazing to have nearly 5000 people volunteer across our communi-

ty. The results are immediate and the civic pride that comes out of Love Modesto is truly amazing. It is easy to sign up and most projects can be done by people of all ages. All volunteers get free t-shirts so don’t miss out. ModestoView is a sponsor and is supporting the LaLoma Native Garden Project. Make sure you get downtown early to check out the sponsor booths, get snacks and drinks and be a part of the action. It is exciting and you will feel so good when you are doing and want to do more. Please learn more and sign up for one of the 80+ projects at www.lovemodesto.com

Anne Whitman will be on display, while a crop of local players share short sets throughout both days. Everything from fiddle tunes to bluesy Americana to jazz to electronic music will be showcased. Confirmed performers include Courtney Burroughs, The Darcys, Grace Carrillo, Liz Krulder, Sylvia Walkey, Vanessa Valencia, and Zoe Rose. Mapbooks to the entire countywide tour (fifty artists spread across 29 locations) are available for $10 at Mistlin Gallery, Chartreuse Muse, and Carnegie Art Center in Turlock.

A different fresh flavor of acoustic music is served each week at the Friday Night Folk Flight, the new series presented by Modesto Unplugged and The Dragonfly Art For Life.

Music runs 7:30-9:00 for a $10 admission.

April’s features are Valley Talent Project ‘Best Original Composition’ prize winners Us4Love (4/5); PNW Americana duo The W Lovers (4/12); Australian country music star Grayson (4/19); and folk harp player & guitarist Kristin Rebecca (4/26.)

An extra charge of $25 buys you a sip & paint session while these acclaimed artists serenade you. Read more about what this newly opened art gallery has to offer at www.thedragonflyartforlife.com. Intimate performances. Infinite playlist. MODESTO UNPLUGGED. www.modestounplugged.com.

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INTER VIEW The Great Valley Museum Showcases Earth and MORE This month the View Crew is partnering up with organizations and events to promote Earth Day. The City of Modesto leads the way in appreciating and preserving our little piece of this beautiful planet.

With all the focus on Earth Day this month I got to thinking; what about all the other planets? Then I remembered that we have a truly amazing, state of the art Planetarium right here in our city at the Modesto Junior College West Campus! The Planetarium is part of the Great Valley Museum, which has been serving the people of our community for over 40 years.

I decided to invite the Director of the Great Valley Museum, Arnold Chavez on the ModestoNews.com Radio Show to get the scoop on the Planetarium.

The William R. Luebke Planetarium is not only used for fun but is a really powerful tool being used to educate the scientists of tomorrow. “We have a very powerful Zeiss Skymaster ZKP4 that allows us to essentially turn the dome into the night sky,” Director Chavez explained, “So when the astronomy classes want to do some observations in the day, they just go into the planetarium and pull up the night sky. They can pull up and observe the sky from any location and any time past or present.”

In addition to the star projection system the Planetarium offers several different shows. You’ll often find students of all ages on school field trips to the museum being inspired by these entertaining and educational feats of technology. These shows are also available to the general public on Saturdays at 11am and 1pm, as well as the first Friday of every month at 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm. The cost is $4- for children ages 4-12, $6- for adults, and $5for seniors and students.

The first Friday of every month is the Museum’s Science Night. I asked Director Chavez what the most fun part of Science Night is, “The most fun thing about Science Night is that the astronomy club will come out and set up their telescopes on the roof so there’s free telescope viewing for the kids.”

Now the Great Valley Museum offers a lot more than the planetarium and they’ve grown quite a bit over the last few years.

Most of us locals remember the museum when it was located at the MJC East Campus. When I was a kid I remember being quite impressed with the building that

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held all the taxidermy. I asked Director Chavez about the collection and he explained “The museum started with a large taxidermy collection from local businessman Maurits Osterberg (1896~1988) in the early 70’s”, Chavez continued, “I assume you remember the Polar Bear and the large Kodiak Brown Bear? Those two, we like to refer to them as our security guards because they’re now at the front of our museum when you walk in.”

I recalled that the old location showcased live animals as well. I asked the Director about the live animals at the museum, “We have over two dozen live animals.

We have those in our Discovery Room behind glass. We have various snakes and tarantulas. We recently just picked up a Whipless Scorpion which is really cool.”

One thing that I always enjoyed about the museum growing up was the hands-on activities. I asked Director Chavez if the new museum continues this, “We have a Discovery Room which has hands on activities so we like to tell our guests, ‘once you pass that barrier you can touch away!’”

I asked Director Chavez what one of his favorite exhibits is, “One of the big pieces we have is Science on a Sphere,” Director Chavez continued, “It is a six foot carbon fiber sphere suspended from the ceiling that has four projectors in every corner of the room that projects an image on it. So

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you walk into this area and you’re looking a handful of students, but the bulk of our at the Earth, you’re looking at the Sun… workers are volunteers. It’s a wonderful whatever you want to put up there! It’s group that we have. We have about four just one of those things you have to see. dozen of them. We’re constantly looking There are new exhibits being added all for volunteers. We have opportunities the time to the museum and Director from giving tours to school children, to Chavez told me about a big new addition working events in the community, and coming soon, “We will soon be opening sometimes just cleaning the museum. the Great Valley Nature Lab. It’s going to That’s always a big help.” be right next to the Science Community The museum is open Tuesday through Center.” I recalled that the old location Saturday from 9am to 4pm at 2201 Blue had an outdoor section that featured naGum Ave. in Modesto and you can give tive vegetation and asked the Director if them a call at 209-575-6196. the new Nature Lab would include this, I had a great time talking with Director he answered, “Yes, that is essentially goChavez on my show. You can watch the ing to replace what you are referring to.” video of the full interview right now at Of course one of the most fun things Facebook.com/ModestoNews and get about going to any museum is leaving more information from the Great Valley with gifts and souvenirs, “The museum Museum website atmjc.edu/gvm. has always had a niche for carrying what Thanks for reading Modesto View and you can’t get anywhere else and I’ve tried be sure to check out my radio show evto continue that,” the Director explained, ery Saturday at 1pm on Power Talk 1360 “If you can’t find it in a big box store we KFIV for great interviews with notable may have it. So we look for these unique people every single week. items.” From rocks and gems, to stuffed * Photos of Arnold Chavez, Director of animals, to home science kits, the muthe Great Valley Museum seum is packed with unique items in their (photo credit ModestoNews.com) gift store. *Photos of Mick V. Rubalcava in the As I wrapped up the interview I asked studio (photo credit ModestoNews.com) Director Chavez about volunteering at *Several Photos from outside and inside the museum (photo credit mjc.edu) the museum, “I have two full-time staff Note: We have permission from the members, about a dozen part-time teachDirector to use the photos from ers who work in our outreach program, their website.

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30th Annual Earth Day Park Festival A community supported event, keep it growing!

History of Earth Day

Earth Day’s overall purpose is to raise awareness about the environmental challenges we face on a local and global level and inspire people to take action and pledge to be good stewards of the environment.

Earth Day events date back to the early 1970’s. This historic day of celebration began when U.S. Senator and environmental activist Gaylord Nelson set out to create an event that would have widespread support regarding environmental issues facing our great nation. Because of his vision, there were Earth Day events across the country on April 22. People held events at college, university and school campuses. They gathered in parks and neighborhoods to express their concerns and offer solutions. Collectively, they shared their ideas about catastrophic oil spills, toxic dumps, raw sewage and how those events impacted our oceans and wildlife. They spoke of the air pollution coming from industrial factories and power plants and how that affected our air quality and accentually our human rights.

It was this beginning over 40 years ago that cleared the path to some very important laws passed by Congress which include the Clean Air Act, Safe Drinking Water Act and clean Waste Act. In addition, the Environmental Protection Agency was established.

Today, more than ever we need to celebrate Earth Day each and every day. It should be everyone’s personal responsibility to protect the environment. We are faced with issues like global warming, overpopulation, declining natural resources and pollution in the air, water and land. We have become a society dependent on consumer products that are disposable rather than reusable. We need to adopt the environmental 3R’: Reduce-ReuseRecycle as part of our lifestyle. “Reduce” simply means use less. Think long and hard if you really need it. Maybe it is something you can rent or borrow instead of purchase, especially if it has limit use. “Reuse” takes some planning. Instead of throwing something away or recycling it, look for other possibilities for use. Obvious examples are selling your used car that becomes someone’s new means of transportation, or utilizing glass jars that once had food products to store leftovers in. “Recycle” is seen everywhere. We recycle aluminum cans and plastic and glass bottles. We recycling cardboard, newspaper and more currently we are processing organic waste for composting. Every community is different and it is important to learn all the ways your community recycles. For Modesto, www.modestogov.com/370/garbage-recycling.com

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Green Planet & Earth Day

We may have a lot of cars, many shoes and some people have two or three houses, but we only have one planet. There is no plan B, other place to be so that means we really have to take care of what we have, and treat our earth as if it is the only one we have, because it is. There is something that every single person can do to make a positive difference to our environment.

One more bike ride, solar panels on you home or workplace, using less plastic bags, combining your errands into one trip. The solutions are endless and in the most case pretty easy. We just need to break our habits, walk a bit more, ride share a bit more and think twice about what we buy and throw away. Our kids have this figured out already and now we own them some basic effort. Thanks to all of you that are doing more than their share, and we hope that each of you will take small steps to make a difference. I hope you will join ModestoView, the City of Modesto and many of our great green-conscious organizations at Earth Day on April 20 at Graceada Park from 10am to 4 pm. There are tons of great ideas and even fun things for kids here.

Enjoy and Go Green!

City of Modesto’s Earth Day Festival

Modesto’s 30th Annual Earth Day in the Park Festival is a long-standing tradition for residents of Modesto and surrounding communities. Event organizers are the City of Modesto and its many partners. It is a unique opportunity to learn about the environment and local community organizations in a family-friendly atmosphere. There are over 90 exhibitors showcasing their products and detailing what they are doing to help make our community be a vibrant place to live, work and play. They come prepared to answer the public’s questions not only about what they are doing to protect the environment but also to suggest how people can contribute on a personal level. Vendors are enthusiastic and engaging and are prepared to discuss topics on solar power, energy rebates, water conversation, recycled oil, composting and recycling. It’s an entire day of “green education”, free entertainment, delicious food, interactive play and arts and crafts for all ages.

This year, the City of Modesto’s Transit Department is offering Free MAX Bus rides to Earth Day. All you have to do is mention Earth Day and Catch a Ride! Always an important part of any Earth Day event is the opportunity to recycle on-site. Fortunately for all of us, the O B-Green Recycling Event sponsored by O’Brien’s Market will be accepting electronic waste & CRV recycling as well as offer FREE paper shredding. This is a drive-through/drop off event on Stoddard Avenue at Graceada Park.

All proceed benefit the Adopt-A-Park Program, specifically The Awesome Spot Project and are matched dollar-for-dollar by O’Brien’s Market. In addition, the Hope Chest Thrift Store will have a truck accepting household donations in support of their Hospice Outreach Program. The Solid Waste Information Booth #45 will be accepting eye glasses in support of the Lion’s In Site organization.

The City of Modesto could not hold this event without our generous sponsors and volunteers whose contributions make this event possible. For more Earth Day information, contact Vicki Rice at (209) 577-5495 or www.modetogov.com/earthday. Bring your family and friends and help us celebrate 30 years of making our community a greener place in which to live and work.

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Stay Water Safe

The rivers and creeks are running really strong this month as the snow starts to melt. Please watch out for dangerous currents and sudden drop offs. Stay away from the river edges as they are soft and may collapse.

Be careful of cold temperatures, rocks and vegetation. Don’t take chances.

Protect your kids:

for a day in the garden at the first annual Modesto Pollinator Festival and learn about our local pollinators. Participate in a costumed pollinator parade, with fun activities for the whole family. This is a free family event to educate our community about the importance of protecting our local pollinators and their habitat. There will be various organizations to participate to share information about pollinators and encourage families to attend and have their children participate in a costume pollinator parade.

This will be a fun and educational day in the LaLoma Native Plant Garden. The new pollinator mural will be completed and unveiled on this date. This event is sponsored by La Loma Neighborhood & Modesto Subaru.

Apr.7,2019 Noon – 3:00 pm La Loma Native Garden 1805 Encina Avenue Modesto,CA For information email:rhondasaddress@ sbcglobal.net

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20 Things to Do with the Kids...

There are so many things to do this spring now that it has sprung. Most of these are free and the rest are really affordable. Please share your other things to do with kids at info@modestoview.com so we can spread the word.

1. Tour downtown with a camera/phone and film a scavenger hunt of subjects.

2. The Great Valley Museum at MJC West 3. Create pottery art at the Chartreuse Muse.

4. Take a picture under the Modesto Arch.

5. Observe the stars at the MJC Observatory.

6. Attend a city council meeting and watch government in action.

7. Play at Graceada Park.

8. Spend a day browsing books at the one of the Stanislaus County Libraries.

9. See a matinee at the Brenden Theatre.

10. Check out the statues in Downtown. Paper Boy, Chief Estanislao, Lucas Plaza

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11. Do a rubbing on historic headstones at the Cemetery 12. Take a tour of the tree varieties in Graceada Park 13. Ride bikes on the Mensinger Trail on Dry Creek 14. Go visit Sciabica Olive Oil facility and do some tastings.

15. Take a ride to Knights Ferry and walk on the covered bridge 16. Pick a project at Love Modesto on April 13.

17. Order a Root Beer and Coney Dog at A & W on Friday night with Elvis (summer) 18. Enjoy Earth Day at Graceada Park on April 20 19. Visit the McHenry Museum 20. Walk the Modesto Historic Cruise Route tour.

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perform and ideally in new cities and stages while you continue to build your fanbase in familiar haunts. You can always ask your fans where they think you should be performing at, a new venue or festival may have popped up since the last time you were in town.

Remember to ask for local press contacts whenever you book an event. Send your press kit(including current photo) and always follow up a few weeks out if you have not heard back. You can also go online and submit your shows to local papers and entertainment monthlies to be included in the calendar.

Following these few easy steps regularly will help increase your fanbase, visibility and performance opportunities and in turn your guarantee for performing. Isn’t that the end goal to play in front of more people and get paid for it?

Good luck and looking forward to seeing as much live entertainment and hearing about our local bands doing bigger and better things.

I encourage you to go out, see a new band or performer, and remember music is best enjoyed live and with a group of friends.

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By Middagh Goodwin It is officially Spring and time to do some proverbial “spring cleaning”. Go through your merch and see what needs to be replenished or replaced with something fresh. Make plans to record a new song or go out and shoot a new video, even if it is just an excellent multi-camera live performance. Take a new promo picture and update your EPK, Facebook, Plink or Reverbnation page.

It is essential to have new content regularly not just for your fans but for bookers and promoters and press as well.

You do not want someone using a photo from years ago with your old bassist, and you look like you used a can of Aquanet to put your hair up. This happens more often than you would imagine.

If you have a mailing list, it is an excellent time to send out a thank you to your fans and more importantly to clubs and bookers you have worked with over the last year. This way you keep yourselves on their radar. Make sure you reach out to new venues and promoters expand your tour radius. With warmer weather comes more opportunities to get out and

Stanislaus SOUP is a microgranting dinner celebrating and supporting creative projects in Stanislaus. For a donation $5 attendees receive soup, connection, ideas and a vote and hear from four presentations ranging from art, urban agriculture, social justice, social entrepreneurs, education, technology and more.

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SONGWRITING VIEW Bloom where you are planted. An excellent friend of mine has always reminded me of this. Just because we do not reside in Los Angeles, New York or Nashville does not mean we cannot create art on an unparalleled level and find success on the map. Modesto touts itself as the birthplace of Rockabilly with the footprints of The Maddox Brothers and Rose to prove it.

You need not to travel far to find supreme offerings of music in every genre at your fingertips.

Do your research, make your plans and support the local scene.

Deva Cafe has Saturday Live Music Matinees from 10 am to 1 pm year round, and April gives us pure Girl Power with The Ava Grace Trio on 4/6 and 4/20 and newcomer Liz Krulder on 4/13 and 4/27. Sunday Breakfast Music will feature the Acoustic Travelers on 4/14 and Josh Davenport on 4/28.

The ModestoView outdoor Stage returns for the Third Thursday Art Walk on 4/18 located at 11th and J St. with the Patty Castillo Davis Band.

The Modesto Certified Farmer’s Market is in full Spring swing and has great music every Thursday and Saturday from 9 am to noon.

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By Patty Castillo Davis US4Love will perform at the Dragonfly Art Studio on April 7 at 7:30, $10 gate fee.

Vanessa Valencia brings her sound to the Moon and Sixpence Music and Art House in April 6 at 3:30 and Tresettis’s on April 11 at 9 pm.

Dale Huff carries an acoustic set at Surla’s on Saturday, April 13 at 9 pm.

The Queen Bean hosts a concert for Autism Awareness on April 27 featuring MAMA winner Melynda Rodriguez and a lineup of QB open mic folks.

Returning to the Barkin Dog for Wine Wednesday on April 17 at 7 pm are The Vibes with special guests to celebrate some exceptional birthday people. Free show, always packed, reservations strongly suggested.

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Alameda Allstars Spring into action, my friends. The weather is nice and you should be out in it listening to all these great bands. The don’t miss show of the month is going to be Rick Estrin and the Night Cats at Moe’s Alley in Santa Cruz. These guys are an award-winning, show-stopping, knock you off your seat band that everyone should see at least once. The music is nuts and the lyrics are funny and heartfelt. I can’t sell you hard enough on this amazing west coast treasure.

Now to give you the highlights of the rests of the month, please keep in mind that every show I could find will be in the main calendar for you.

On April 5th you can catch Gregg Allman’s former touring band the Alameda Allstars at Black Oak Casino. That same night the Sonhouse Blues and Gospel Band will be at the Barkin’ Dog Grill in Downtown Modesto

Did you know that the Brave Bull is doing live music? Now you do and on the 13th you can check out two Modesto originals, Rob Hill will be opening as an acoustic duo for Chris “Tractor Boy” Ward. It’s going to be a party ya’ll. Buddy Guy is Back at the Crest Theater in Sacramento on the 14th with Christone “Kingfish” Ingram.

The latter of which I am told is the next king of Blues guitar. So if you go, arrive on time and catch that opener.

AC Miles, one of Fresno’s baddest guitar slingers is heading to Black Oak on the 18th. He puts on a hell of a show for you Bluesrock lovers.

Big Earl’s (me) Blues Jam is happening again at Fired Up Grill in Ceres in the 24th. Come out, bring your axe and let’s jam it up.

ON the 27th and 28th the Hughson Fruit and Nut Festival is back with live music all day and activities for the whole family.

I will be there with the Poorhouse Millionaires on Sunday the 28th for most of the afternoon.

Wel.l that is April and as I told you I was not fooling that there are some amazing Blues shows to go out to this month.

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Nothing like struttin’ down the street with some Blues and Barbecue if you love the Blues! We are gonna get our Blues & Barbecue on starting with a monthly event starting Sunday April 14th at the Burnt End Barbecue 822 9th street. Bringing in the rhythms section from the Blue Monday Band; Dave Hawks drums, Conrad Johnson Bass, Dave Dow & Eric Benson Keys with special guest Blues man singer songwriter guitar slinger Joe Barretta on guitar. Joe has played and recorder with many people in the business and is a great performer.

He will be playing the Blues standards as well as some Robin Ford, Funk and R & B including some original tunes. The gig is from 3:30 to 6:30 in an all-age venue with drink and some of the best Barbecue in town. Call ahead for best seating. Got some calls in to other venues to make a day of this come May, so stay tuned!

Come down for Blue Monday invitational jam Monday April 8th Barkin’ Dog Grill with house band and featured artist Joe Barretta guitar and vocalist. In the band: Johnny Valdes guitar, Conrad Johnson Bass, vocals, Dave Hawks drums, Kevin Marin, and Marti Martinez Sax, and Dave Dow &

Eric Benson keys. Come on down cause it is gonna be smoking! So if you are interested or have questions hit me at Mbenson@ fire2wire.com for an invite. Call the Dog for reservations at 572-2341. If you play, come on down and sit in with the best musicians in the area. Save the date Cinco De Mayo celebration Blue Monday Party May 6th will feature the Cuban virtuoso pianist, composer, arranger Gustavo Ramirez up from LA with Blue Monday House band with Cuban Percussionist Carlos Caro from Malo, and trombonist, arranger and Grammy winner Jamie Dubberly as special guests. Upcoming shows at the Dog: April 5 - Sun House Blues, 6th - John Clifton Blues Band, 9th - 2nd Tuesday of the month poetry reading, 12th - Johnny Rocket and the Thrust, 13th Gary Gervasee Band, 17th – Vibes: Ashman, Davis, Rogers & Friends, 19th - Bourbon Street Blues, 20th - David Dow and friends, 26th - Valley Jazz company, 27th - The Taillights with Gary Massetti Another favorite venues of mine out in Newman is the West Side Theater, next show one of the seasoned Blue Men in the area Rudy Parris is doing a BB King tribute

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Saturday April 6th. Rudy has toured and played with a lot of regional and national acts on tour, if you love the Blues check him out cause he is the real deal. The West side phone 862-4490 www.westsidetheatre.org.

Another partner in crime for music in the area is John Griswold also embracing a discerning demographic. The basement of McHenry Museum he transforms into an intimate club setting with white table cloths, low lighting with a wine bar and desert offerings. Check out his web site for offering on April 13. For the next show is Check outWWW.RedTieArts.org.

And the Barkin’ Dog Grill, one of my favorite family friendly venues continues

with some live music coming at you for April. Calendar is not out yet but check out: WWW.barkindoggril.com My partner in crime on the music scene the best host with the most-ess on the band stand, Dave Dow hosts the Jazz Jam session with friends every Thursday night 7 to 10 PM. On the jam session scene: come back out for Third Thursday Art Walk 5 to 9:00 PM for some great art and music in the downtown! Lowdown on the jam session in the downtown: Queen Bean Sundays open mike night also in an all age environment. So take some time out to hear some live music and the arts of our own town as well this month, think globally and act locally.

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Hello, hello, hello.

Watch out! Your shoe’s untied...AAAGH!

Get tix and more information: www.oakdalerodeo.com Schedule This is one of the April 9 - Local Team Roping – 7 pm – longest running and Rodeo Grounds most popular rodeos April 10 - Cowgirl Luncheon – 11:30 on the west coast.

Sold Out The Oakdale Rodeo is so legit and famous, April 11 - Oakdale Rodeo Queen Crownit was even visited by Farrah Fawcett duding – 6 pm – Cowboy Museum ing the 80s! Live from the Cowboy Capitol April 12 - Time Event Slack - Rodeo of Oakdale, the festivities start early the Grounds 8 am week of April 9 and get crazier as it leads April 12 - Barrel Racing Slack – Rodeo up to the weekend finals on the 13th and Grounds 1 pm 14th. One of the highlights of the whole April 13 - Oakdale Rodeo Parade – week is Rodeo parade Saturday morning.

Downtown Oakdale – 9 am Key rendezvous points are the H-B Bar April 13 - Timed Event Slack – Rodeo where they make an amazing ViewCrew Grouds – 8 am tested Bloody Mary. The weekend events at April 13 - PRCA 1st Rodeo Performance – the rodeo grounds are great for the whole Rodeo Grounds 1 pm family as there is a lot of food, fun, thrills April 13 - Oakdale Rodeo Dance – Rodeo and spills. Plus you want walk through Clubhouse - 7 pm a lot of the corrals there and see some of April 14 - Rodeo Church - Rodeo Clubthe most amazing animals and check out house – 10 am the Cowboy and Cowgirl actions. Make April 14 – PRCA 2nd Rodeo Performance sure you say he to Rodeo Clown Dominic & Finals Rodeo Grounds – 1 pm Giorgi! Good times.

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There’s a spider in your hair…April Fools.

Did I get you? Somewhere second graders are falling for these classics. Because of this, I’ve decided to go back to the old days and momentous dates in history.

April 1, 1778, is acknowledged as the date of the invention of the dollar sign. Many people believe the dollar sign derives from 8 for pieces of eight, however it is actually a combination of “Ps” for peso. Luckily, the dollar sign caught on otherwise we’d still be using the chicken symbol of our bartering predecessors.

It is April 5, 1930, and you want a snack.

Maybe a Twinkie? Too bad! Twinkies debuted April 6, 1930. Urban legend has it that Twinkies last 50 years. This is untrue.

No one can resist eating a Twinkie for 50 years.

In 1912 the Titanic began its tragic voyage April 10 and by April 15 sunk after striking an iceberg. For those who have grown up in the era of climate change and may not be familiar, an iceberg is a chunk of ice so huge it can sink a ship put together with parts and labor provided by the lowest bidders.

So…are there shows this month? Why of course.

Every Wednesday is an open mic in Stock-

By Felicia Aleman ton at Finnegan’s hosted by Saul Trujillo. Word is, a comedian performed and everyone ignored him. The next week he was the clip of the day on Comedy Central.

April 9th is Fired Up Grill Open Mic and Comedy Showcase run by me. Comics show up to get some practice in, then we bring on the showcase of 3 of the best comics in the area.

First and third Tuesdays are the Cheroot Comedy night and Second and Fourth at Blades & Bottles run by Anthony K. The lineup is never announced prior but never fails to deliver.

Jimmie Menezes has a new show at The Gameroom in Sonora. April 19. $5 cover not only gets you in but gives you access to table games like ping pong, billiards and shuffleboard.

April 24th at the Outpost Saloon in Waterford Jimmie Menezes brings Comedy at the Outpost Saloon. No cover and drink specials.

April 25 is Comedy Night at Famiglia Bistro hosted by Roman Guzman. Ngaio Bealum from Netflix will headline. Going to sell out--you’ve been warned Happy April! I’ll be working on my taxes.

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You can purchase tickets to drawing to win a $5000 gift certificate toward a trip to Israel. One drawing ticket free with event purchase. Jewish cultural food bake sale, local vendors, lox & bagels, cocktails Anne’s Famous Kugel, fresh strawberries, Israel’s famous Salsa, live entertainment and more.

Tickets: $18 adults / $12 kids May 5th 9 am –2 pm Congregation Beth Shalom 1705 Sherwood Ave, Modesto www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4202124

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In January I started to focus on leaning down for the Triathlon season. Needing some additional work on developing my legs I decided to check out Planet Fitness. It’s been a pleasurable experience. The gym has more than I need, but I use it all. I love it! For a fellow who thrives on living the healthiest lifestyle, I can’t help but feel like a kid in a candy store when I enter Planet Fitness. One of the first things that got my attention was the continuous cleaning and disinfecting they do. Sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and lifting the exercise machines one by one to clean even under the hardest to reach places.

This is extremely important to me. Gyms can be a very germ infected place If it’s not kept up with continuous cleaning. I personally don’t have time for a cold to infect my body.

Another plus is that the staff is extremely friendly. Saying hello when you arrive and wishing you a good day on your way out. I personally don’t like to be bothered while I’m working out and I’m not alone. Many of the club members stick to their own workouts

and focus on getting it done.

It’s not a social hub and I like that. This gym is for people seriously looking to get their healthy lifestyle in, on and out. They do have a lounge with relaxing zones for people. Although I personally don’t use them it’s nice they have that too.

Other positives are the equipment is state of the art if it breaks down it’s generally fixed within 24 hours and I’ve never had to wait for an exercise machine there are more than enough to go around. At Planet Fitness they have plenty of parking, free wifi and personal training sessions for those who like that. Honestly, it’s the best gym for me, and the only thing I’d add if I were the boss is to have air fresheners in the men’s locker room. That’s definitely “a good place for a stickup.” Of course, I love my home Gym but joining Planet Fitness gives me that extra plus of training I needed. Being a house husband, who only works on the weekends, going to the gym helps break up my day. My wife refers to it as my Daddy Day Care and notices that it makes me an even happier kind of person. As I said, I’m like a kid in a candy store when I walk into gyms, health food stores and see an open ocean to swim in. I love it!

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Happy Spring Modesto! We kicked off the season with some beautiful sunny days as well as some beautiful rainy ones.

The best way to enjoy this weather is to get outside of course. The most exciting event coming up this month, I believe, is Earth Day at Graceada Park on the 20th!

There will be games, local vendors, businesses, and clubs. This is the perfect all ages event. ModestoView will have a kids coloring booth there too.

With this season also comes spring clean-

ing. If you are not sure what to do with the items you do not want anymore here are some ideas. First, your old clothes and household items can go to local thrift stores such as Hope Chest which has two locations, both on McHenry, and benefits Community Hospice. The Salvation Army has a truck also located on McHenry Avenue and is another great place to contribute to. Any old books can be given to My Little Libraries which have been popping up all over many neighborhoods.

Also, animal rescue organizations such as Pupz and Palz are looking for used and clean, dog beds or blankets as well as newspapers and they have a collection bin right inside of Petco on Evergreen @ Briggsmore. Stanislaus Wildlife Care Center is also looking for items such as paper towels, puppy pads, used receiving blankets, Kleenex (for bird nests) and Dawn dishwashing liquid. They will even be having a baby animal shower event on April 6th which would be a perfect time to bring these donations in. Help out our furry little friends and our wonderful community this April

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day, April 27th, 10 am local time, worldwide.

What is T’ai Chi? T’ai Chi, also called T’ai Chi Ch’uan , combines deep breathing and relaxation exercises with flowing, circular movements. Originally developed as a martial art in China in the 13th century, T’ai Chi is now practiced around the world as a health-promoting exercise. It can be practiced on many levels, as a moving meditation or as a martial art. World T’ai Chi Day was founded in 1999 by Bill Douglas who teaches T’ai Chi meditation for Medical centers and major corporations in Kansas City. Since then World T’ai Chi Day has been observed every year on the last Saturday in April. Reading up on the history of this day, I found that World T’ai Chi Day “has been officially proclaimed by Presi-

dents, Congresses and public officials worldwide, including governors of 22 states, the senates of New York and California, Puerto Rico, the Brazilian National Congress, by consulates and embassies from Italy to the US, China to India.” People come together to practice this art in 100s of cities, spanning 80 nations.

The purpose is to inspire and educate the world of the profound health and healing benefits of T’ai Chi. World T’ai Chi Day is more than merely a celebration of an ancient art. It provides a healing vision of our world. It brings together people from all walks of life, young and old, strong and weak. To us as T’ai Chi practitioners, it is profound to see photos and videos of large groups of people around the globe moving in unison, stepping gently and gracefully at the same time.

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Spring breezes soar onward as the sunshine dips in between the clouds on a temperate morning in Modesto. People putting the lovely weather to good use mark the day. Ms. M has opted for her Iced Coffee to go this morning while she watches the good people enjoy their morning walks and bike rides through downtown Modesto. It has her thinking that it is practical to be on the go and still save a little money while enjoying the ambiance of Modesto. Here are a few ways to have fun and stretch your dollar this April.

If you have ever been curious about how an artist creates and finds inspiration then you are welcome to step into the studio for the weekend. Stanislaus County’s 8th Annual Open Artist Studio invites you to take the opportunity and tour the studios of the Modesto area’s finest artists on Saturday April 6th & Sunday April 7th. AOS Tour Maps/Passports are available at local galleries and Visit Modesto Center for $10. More info: http://stanislausaos.wordpress.com/ It’s that time of year… Baseball season!

Fans unite because the season is officially open! Ready yourself for the Modesto Nuts Home Opener on April 11th at John Thurman Field. This local favorite is a great family friendly time for all ages. Game

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starts at 7:05pm with post game fireworks. Don’t miss out! Tickets $8-14.

Info: https://www.milb.com/modesto Celebrate the Earth with your neighbors and community with the 30th Annual Earth Day in the Park! This free event encourages you to unleash your inner environmental crusader and recycling superhero from 10am to 5pm on April 20th at Graceada Park. This event is not only educational but entertaining as well and provides information on environmental issues while combining the message with fun for the entire family. The day will include music, entertainment, arts & crafts and some of the area’s environmentally conscious and delectable food vendors. Info: 209-577-5495 The last weekend of the month promises a good time and good cheer for the Beer Connoisseur that wants to relax with their friends and toss back a few cold ones. The 3rd annual Modesto BeerFest is back at Tuolumne River Lodge on April 27th from 2pm-6pm. Adventure is the word when you serve up Heavenly Ciders, Beers and IPA’s with hints of fruit, nuts and spices to your taste buds. wares. The local breweries have set the precedent that traditional event is the place to try out their new products.

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Salida Public Library Hughson Public Library The Fruit Yard, Modesto State Theatre, Modesto Ceres Public Library Modesto Public Library Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne Salida Public Library Queen Bean, Modesto Great Valley Museum, Modesto Keyes Public Library Patterson Public Library Tiki Lounge, Modesto Boardroom, Modesto Shooters Pub, Modesto Paladium, Modestoi State Theatre, Modesto The Hideout Saloon, Mariposa MJC, West Campus Torii’s, Modesto Rivets Modesto P Wexford’s Pub, Modesto Black Oak Casino Resort The Bayou Grill, Modesto Yosemite Lanes, Modesto The Udder Place, Turlock Gallo Center For the Arts SpeakEasy, Modesto John Thurman Field, Modesto 108 Sports Lounge, Riverbank Denair Public Library Rockin’ Jump, Modesto Modesto Christian School Gallo Center For the Arts Crocodiles Nightclub Shooters Pub, Modesto The Tilted Turtle, Modesto VFW Hall, Modesto Angels Camp Oakdale Bicycle Shop Modesto Public Library Denair Public Library Shooters Modesto Neman Public Library Riverbank Public Library Tiki Lounge, Modesto The Other Place, Modesto Chevron, Kansas Ave, Modesto Rite Aid, Pelandale & Sisk, Modesto Modesto Library Carnegie Arts Center. Turlock Hughson Donoby’s, Modesto Gallo Center For the Arts Merced Theatre Rivets American Grill, Modesto Bob Hope Theater, Stockton Mitchell’s Modesto Harley-Davidson The Udder Place, Turlock SURLAS’s, Modesto John Thurman Field, Modesto Oakdale Museum Rockin’ Jump, Modesto Still Smoking, Modesto Oakdale Bike Shop CR2 Bar & Billiards, Modesto The Boardroom, Modesto State Theatre, Modesto Salida Public School Gallo Center For the Arts Modesto Christian School Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne Crocodiles Nightclub Eagles Hall, Modeto West Side Theatre, Newman The Hideout Saloon, Mariposa Surla’s, Modesto Cruisers, McHenry & Kiernan Eagles Hall, Modesto Hughson Oakdale Sports Bar Gallo Center For the Arts Deva Cafe, J St, Modesto John Thurman Field, Modesto Queen Bean Coffee, Modesto Denny’s, McHenry Ave, Modesto Crocodile’s, Modesto Columbia Nursery, Sonora VFW Hall, Modesto Modesto Public Library P. Wexford’s, Modesto Sutter Gould Office, Modesto Shooters Pub, Modesto Riverbank Public Library Ceres Public Library Modesto Public Library Gallo Center For the Arts Patterson Public Library Ceres Public Library Modesto Public Library Patterson Public Library Oakdale Public Library

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MODESTO FARMERS MARKET LIVE MUSIC Thur April 4th Patrick and Andrew Durr Sat April 6th Jamie Byous Thur April 11th Reflection Duo Sat April 13th Andrew Perez Thur April 18th Stephen Bernd Sat April 20th Patty Castillo Thur April 25th Poorhouse Duo Sat April 27th Fred McCarty

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Open Early!

Many restaurants start serving dinner early so that you can get a nice meal in before the shows and movies that begin at 7 or 7:30.

DOWTOWN MODESTO

Open Late!

Downtown Modesto is the place to be late Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. There is live music every night of the week in one of our great clubs or restaurants. After the show, stop and enjoy a nightcap.

- There are parking garages at 9th and L Street, 11th and K Street, 11th and I Street and 12th and H Street. Parking is close to all restaurants!

Parking

Try a Cab - It’s getting easier to catch a cab, both to downtown and home from downtown. Why deal with driving and parking? Take the easy way...

L I C E N S E D M O D E S T O TA X I C O M PA N I E S A TOUCH OF CLASS TAXI 575-0690 AMERICAN CAB CO 225-8795 CASH CAB COMPANY 541-7860 CENTRAL VALLEY TAXI 241-6122 CHECKER CAB 596-7919 DE SOTO CAB CO 577-8888 DELUXE CAB 888-8888 EDITH’S TAXI 581-6870 LUCKY 7 TAXI 877-7676 METRO CAB OF MODESTO 222-2222

MODESTO CAB 521-7320 ORANGE CAB CO 238-0500 QUALITY CAB 552-9898 RED TOP TAXI 524-4741 SUPER CAB 497-3393 TAXI TAXI CAB CO 756-1035 TOWN CAB COMPANY 404-2727 UNITED CAB LLC 888-8888 URBAN TAXI CAB 351-0222 YELLOW CAB CO 544-8294

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Most all of the downtown restaurants are locally owned. They hire local people and the money you spend stays right here in town. Local restaurants purchase from local farmers and feature local ingredients.

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Go Downtown Modesto: Music in the Plaza Music in the Plaza returns to the 10th Street Plaza in Downtown Modesto on May 3rd in conjunction with DOMO First Friday with some Indie Rock from French Cassettes and Tino Drima. May 10th we celebrate Madre’s Day with Lilana Hernandez with festivities starting at 5 pm and music 7-9 pm. Enjoy some hot blues music with Gary Gervase & Kickstart Blues Band on the 17th. May 24th do not miss Cloak & Swagger bringing the hits from the 80’s and beyond. Closing out our first month back is Remedy, it has been a while since this female fronted powerhouse has performed downtown so you will not want to miss it.

Bands perform every Friday between 7-9 pm and continue every Friday until October 4th. Follow the event on facebook @10thStreetMusic to keep up on all the great performers.

Go Downtown Modesto: Motown Fry Fest

Modesto’s own Omega Nu presents Motown Fry Fest Saturday, April 27th 4-8 pm! Experience the creativity of local chefs as they put their culinary skills to the test with loaded fries you’ll love!

From the savory to the sweet and everything in between, there will be something for everyone at Modesto’s first celebration of all things loaded fries...PLUS witness an EPIC loaded fry battle and cast YOUR vote for the People’s Choice Favorite!

Join us for live music and fry-themed entertainment, kick back with a craft brew or cider, shop the local maker’s bazaar, let the kids play at the Fry Fest kids zone and enjoy a delicious day in Graceada Park!

Please visit their website at www.motownfryfest.com for the full spectrum of festival info, including FAQS, vendor lineups and more!

Go Downtown Modesto BunnyCon is coming April 13 Hey there bunnies! The white rabbit is calling to you. It is time to get those ears, the cotton tail, the bunny suit of your liking and get ready to hop hop hop around downtown Modesto in your bunny best. This is one of the more fun things to do all year long and you can hang out with your fave pub crawl friends as this group of bunnies makes the circuit. Bunny attire is must, and please make sure to tip your bartenders and be good bunnies as you make your visits.

The bunnies will meet at 6 pm at Bayou Grill and we go from there on to Churchkey-6:50, The Fox 7:25, Cheroot 8:10, Skewers 8:50, Fuzio 9:30, Tresetti’s 10:05 and finish up at Ralston’s Goat 10:40 till….whenever. Hope to see you there.

MAMAs turn 20th this year on October 15. The Modesto Area Music As-

sociation will be ramping up for a special 20 year celebration this year. If you have any special ideas, memories or suggestions, please let us know at mama@modestoview.com

Call out for Legends!

Modesto USA is the home of American Graffiti and the streets of 10th and 11th were the home of the stories captured in George Lucas’ legendary film American Graffiti. The Modesto Cruise Route tells the stories of the people and places that inspired the film and the Legends of the Cruise Walk of Fame is in 10th St Plaza. Do you know someone that should be memorialized on the Walk of Fame? Send me your nomination for the Legends to review.

Walk of Fame 2019 ceremony will be July 5 at 6 pm. www.modestocruiseroute.com

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