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TOP TEN

Ramon Ayala

Amy Grant

National Night Out

Valley Talent Project

August 24 – Amy Grant – The Fruit Yard Amphitheater August 12 - ModStock - Graceada Park Alice Cooper August 7 – National Night Out Neighborhoods across Modesto August 3 & 4 – Valley Talent Project Gallo Center of the Arts August 15 – Alice Cooper – Jackson Rancheria August 21 – World Music Jam - Barkin’ Dog August 11, 12, 17, 18 19 - MPA – Jekyll and Hyde, the Musical August 19 – Ramon Ayala - Gallo Center for the Arts August 18 & 19 - Stockton Con – Stockton Arena August 25 Alex Lucero / Live Again - State Theatre

MODSTOCK Festival

Coming soon – Picnic at the Pops - September 8 – The Music of Queen - Gallo Winery

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GREETINGS

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GREETINGS VIEW SCHOOL VIEW NON PROFIT VIEW ART VIEW BREW VIEW TALENT VIEW PERFORMANCE VIEW CHEF VIEW MURAL VIEW UNPLUGGED VIEW METAL VIEW PICNIC VIEW INTER VIEW GLOBAL VIEW BIG VIEW ROTARY VIEW HOOPS VIEW GEEK VIEW MAMA VIEW BLUES VIEW SONGWRITING VIEW JAZZ VIEW COUNTRY VIEW FIT VIEW COMEDY VIEW ALL AGES VIEW ZEN VIEW BARGAIN VIEW CALENDAR VIEW REAR VIEW

It is amazing how fast this summer went by and how August has now become a workhorse month. When I was growing up, August was filled with summer play days, and vacations as we counted down to Labor Day. Now, it is back to school, days of preparing backpacks and school lunches and those famous first-day-ofschool pictures. It also puts a lot of pressure on the first two weeks to squeeze out any last bit of summer vacations; so in this issue we will give you some last minute fun tips. Most importantly in August, gotta wish my amazing wife Becky a very Happy Birthday.

There is a new era in local music beginning.

It has been hard over the last few years since Fat Cat closed to get a lot of the touring bands here in Modesto. Sadly, we have lost the Portal operated by Lonny Davis that had a nice capacity and we are still looking for that 200-400 person live music venue. The Gallo Center has been working hard to fill the void while the State Theatre has focused mainly on movies.

Our local restaurants like Barking Dog, Rivets, P Wex, Grand Cru, Udder Place, the Bistro, Nino’s, Moon & Sixpence and Ralston’s Goat have been filling in as much as possible. But this August marks a new era with the FruitYard Amphitheater that can host up to 3,500 people and puts us on the map with Wente, the casinos and some of the other larger regional places that can attract top-flight star quality. We will learn a lot more about this in our interview with Joe Traina.

Finally, I want to thank all of our ViewCrew and

See Global View on Page 15 for more updates the team at Sierra Pacific Warehouse Group that worked so hard during July while Abigail and I travelled to Mongolia and China to fit and distribute wheelchairs to those in need in 5 cities across Mongolia from Ulaanbaatar to the Russian border. It was an incredibly enriching experience for us and changed our lives. The realization that we can have such an amazing impact on those in need is unreal. I have created a journal of our trip at www.modestoview. com . I am grateful to all that supported us, Lonny Davis and the Hope Haven West team that performs this mission all over Central and South America and now in Asia.

We also close and open a new chapter this month as our All-Ages Editor Leia Johnson pens her last column for us as she heads off to Chico State as a journalism major. Very cool.

Just as my daughter Abbey took over from her

sister Madison, our very first All Ages editor, we now welcome Leia’s younger sister Sofia Johnson to the ViewCrew team. I love the youth point of view here in Modesto.

We are an amazing family and community here in the greater Modesto area and it is a wonderful place to live and work, thanks to all the great people that really reach out to support each other, in friendships, in business and in volunteerism. Thanks for being part of the ModestoView family and let’s continue on our own mission to “Serve Civic Pride Daily”.

Thanks and gratitude, Chris Murphy Publisher & Founder ModestoView chrism@modestoview.com

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On the Cover On the cover is Heaven and Ryder Oliver, Robbie Jackson and Gabriel and Khloe Contreras enjoying the last few weeks before school start at the new Gracada park Splash Grounds. Thanks to Jake and Katie Barber who took on the project as a way to honor their son Ryan who passed in 2017.

SCHOOL We have some suggestions for both Adults and Children to keep safe.

Drivers should remember that as the new school year begins kids will be walking, crossing streets and maybe not be paying attention on their way to school. Parents should talk to their kids about getting to and from school safely.

help alleviate stress and avoid accidents.

Children-

1. Make sure to practice crosswalk safety. Parents tell your kids to cross streets only at crosswalks or stoplights and to always look both ways before crossing the street.

2. Use the buddy system(it has worked Adultsfor generations). Make sure you have 1. Don’t text or talk on your phone while driving. Not only is it against the the contact information of your child’s walking buddy and know their route. If law it is a good practice to teach your a child is under 10 an adult should walk kids. with them.

2. Keep an eye out for hot spots.

3. Make sure you wear proper bike safeMarked school zones as well as areas ty equipment. Make sure you wear your near and around bus stops and bike helmets, light colored clothes. Parents lanes. also make sure the lights and reflective 3. Watch out for the unexpected. Childevices are in place. dren can run out unexpectedly. Make sure you follow the speed limit. Yield to 4. Avoid Danger Zones. Tell your children to avoid walking or riding bikes crossing guards and be aware of your behind school buses and other dangersurroundings on the road. ous blind spots.

4. Yield to school buses. Don’t try to 5. Practice school bus safety. Instruct overtake the bus or go around it. If a bus has a flashing, alternating red light, your children to be careful when exiting the bus. Bus fatalities can occur when you are legally required to stop and kids run out in front of the bus. wait for the light to turn off.

5. Give yourself extra time. School arRemember everyone is responeas are congested, allow for more time sible to drive with extra caution to get where you are going. This will in School Zones.

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NON PROFIT Leadership Modesto Restores Graceada Playground

By Guest Contributor - Mick V Rubalcava - Modesto News

SALES AND ADVERTISING Advertising@modestoview.com Managing Editor Middagh Goodwin DESIGN, LAYOUT, & ART PGrimaldi, Creative Art Director / Designer Peter Grimaldi pete@pgrimaldicreative.com Photo Director Michael J. Mangano Office Adminstration Brandilyn Brown SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGERS Madison Murphy – Adobe Specialist Abbey Murphy – Berkeley Correspondent Russ Allsup - Hollywood Correspondent Brandon Brush - Modesto correspondent CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jim Christiansen Aaron Rowan Kaye Osborn Jennifer Allsup Middagh Goodwin Efren Martinez Eve Oberlander Patty Castillo Davis Leia Johnson Dana Johnson Earl Mathews Mary Layton Monica Barber Ken White Brandilyn Brown Brianna Mooney Maryann Spikes Tasha Williams Denette Covarrubias

This summer, our community gathered together to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of a brand new playground structure in Graceada Park in Modesto, California. This play structure was built to replace part of the Graceada Park playground structure that was damaged by fire in August, 2016. The playground was rebuilt with funds raised by the Leadership Modesto Class of 2018.

Leadership Modesto is a program partnered with the Modesto Chamber of Commerce, the City of Modesto, and the College Area Neighborhood Alliance (CANA), which gives its members a unique perspective on Modesto’s

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community and leadership. Members of Leadership Modesto are enrolled in a ten month program designed to provide “a unique opportunity for participants to meet and exchange ideas, grapple with current local and regional issues, and begin the important self-development of place and purpose required to assume leadership roles” according to modchamber.org. By several accounts, this Class of 2018 has made a name for themselves in the community with their impressive Graceada Park project.

I spoke with Ashley Weaver, City of Modesto Recreation and Neighborhoods Services Manager, about her experience with Leadership Modesto this year. Ashley said, “three years ago, our pool and our splash pad were actually set on fire. Then, a year after that, our playground was also vandalized. So half of our playground structure has been out of commission for the

Photo Credits: ModestoNews.com last two years. This year’s Leadership Modesto Class of 2018 came to us and said ‘we want to help with bringing that playground structure back to the park; we want it out there for the kids to play on in the community.’ We said, ‘great! What’s your plan?’ And they said they were going to raise $60,000 in three weeks. They raised the money, and it was full steam ahead at that point! It was such an awesome experience to see the group come together, the community come together, to get the playground back out to the park for the kids to play on.”

Kirstie Boyett, a member of the Leadership Modesto Class of 2018 responsible for the restoration of the park, described the process of selecting the park as their class project. The members of her class would meet the first Friday of every month and do anything from tour manufacturing plants to role play making legislation in the City Council chambers to glean insight on the many facets of infrastructure that make our city run. In February of 2018, after considering a dozen other projects, her class selected the restoration of the Graceada Park play structure as their class project. Once they had picked the project, they “needed to go for the money” said Boyett, “and we needed local support because this was going to be $60,000!” Through the skills and connections their class had made through Leadership Modesto, they were able to find a donor to contribute a third of the funds needed almost immediately. They quickly raised the remaining donations needed to complete the project, and have gone on to raise a total of $87,000 in just four months. Mayor Ted Brandvold praised the class for their commendable effort, saying “it’s an amazing project that they took on to get this playground replaced after two years. They worked very tirelessly on this thing and produced this for our community. It’s been a great project.”

We have just passed the deadline for enrollment applications for the Class of 2019, but anyone interested in being a part of Leadership Modesto and affecting real change in our community should check out the application process online via www.modchamber.org/leadership-modesto/ or speak to an alumnus of the program. Kirstie Boyett said it’s “one of the best things I’ve done in Modesto, and I’ve been here for twenty-two years!”

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by Jim Christiansen I hope Hot August Nights aren’t as hot as July Art Walk. But rain or shine, downtown Third Thursday Art Walk goes on. In case you missed it, there is some carryover into August for show openings you might missed. First one to close is the Celebration of Fiber Arts at the Mistlin Gallery, with the Country Crossroads Quilters.

This impressive collection of art quilts, sewn constructions, small to large closes August 3.

Over at the Chartreuse Muse, the Emergence Show has opened. Geared to new and emerging artists, I got to see some new stuff from artists I didn’t know. On exhibition at The Muse through August are: Kolaya Wilson, Taylor Berchtold, Rachael Payne, Nikki Dettinger, Sharon Bear, Kathy Tuchalski, Robert Merritt, Victoria Hardy, Morgan Andre, Laura Webb, Dottie Lo Bue, Melissa Stabi, Cynthia Biles, and Neko McDaniel. It was a crowded reception for Art Walk, but I look forward to returning before end of the month.

I spent some time Wednesday before Art Walk hanging 5 large paintings by Chella Gonsalves at Barkin Dog. 5 large paintings. Walking by during the start of the art walk usual Thursday Jam, I found Chella in the patio sun greeting patrons in for art and music. Across the street, on the shady side of 11th at Tim Allen sweating at the piano, with the side walk filled with artists and art from Tresetti’s to Preservation Coffee.

About that time, I’d faded in the heat and missed the artists at Still Smoking, and a very good show at the Carolyn Huff Gallery, 13th and K., Huff features Rick Ingraham and Vince Welsh on display through August. Hope to drop in August 16th Art Walk night to check that one out. Artists seeking a place to display of their work, St Stan’s has an Open Call to Artists, any media for Art Walk nights. Drop in the venue, or email jill@ststans.com to get on the roster.

Potter, Don Hall, will share his experiences with the group Potters for Peace, who establish ceramic water filter factories in the developing world at the Mistlin Gallery quarterly meeting.

Refreshments will be served starting 6:30 and program starts at 7 pm. August 14 opens the Autumn Art Festival III at the gallery. This is members juried show. Awards will be given at a CCAA fundraising gala on August 25 at the Mistlin Gallery. Gourmet food, wine and music are included in the $30 ticket, which can be purchased in the Mistlin Gallery at 1015 J Street Modesto, CA, phone 209-529-3369 or online www.ccaagallery.org The show can be visited free during Mistlin Gallery regular hours.

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5:30PM - 10PM If that isn’t Hot enough, you can head down to Turlock for the Carnegie Art Showcase. Bill Harris won the Best of Show award for his watercolor, “The Laundromat.” It will be on view with the other showcase artists and award winners until the end of the Month. Awards of Excellence were given to Vickie Boese, Jack Morris, Donna Wayman-Maurer, Virginia White and Linda Abbott. Honorable Mentions went to Margarita Anderson, William Conrad, Dave Dolan, Barbara Gill and Nathaniel Oliviera.

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MUSIC EAT SIP STROLL LISTEN ENJOY 13 Art Gallery Locations

Live Music

Juried Member Show August 14 to October 5

Gala Fundraiser

Saturday, August 25, 6 - 9 p.m.

Live Music by Patrick Campbell Gourmet Food & Wine Fundraising Auction $30 tickets at www.mistlingallery.eventbrite.com

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TALENT Valley Talent Project

Tackle 10 Taps One Ounce At A Time

By Chris Murphy

by Brandilyn Brown and Christopher Mitchell There is so much talent here in the Central Valley and especially

the Modesto Area. ModestoView is proud to once again be a both a sponsor and a judge for the Valley Talent Project. This is really an exciting showcase where these local performers give their all to see if they have a shot at the big time. Hollywood casting director Robert Ulrich and Actress Kim Johnston Ulrich will be part of the judging and will also offer mentoring and direction for the next steps to big time stardom. The audience will have a chance to vote on the their choices making this 2-day event a nail-biter.

Don’t miss it both of these shows as each night is different. Make sure that when they are on TV or on the radio, you can say you saw them when. You never know who will get famous next.

Get your tix now at www.galloarts.com August 3 and 4 at 7 pm Gallo Center for the Arts

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In our voyage to “Drink Turlock”, we’ve stumbled upon another gem in our favorite neighboring city. The Pizza Factory, which opened 9 years ago, introduced iPourIt Technology to their taps back in October, and it has been a big hit! They have 10 digital taps, which feature a rotating selection of (mostly) California-based craft beers. All 10 happened to be Californian when we were there, but every once in a while they will feature something from out of state.

When you order your pizza (and they’re delicious by the way- try the Pride, whose namesake hails from local High School Pittman’s mascot, the lions), let the staff know you also want to get a beer wrist band. The staff will check your ID, and take it along with a credit card to begin a beer tab. The bracelet contains an RFID chip, which not only activates the taps for you, but keeps track of how much is poured.

You are allowed 32 ounces before your bracelet no longer activates the taps, but fear not beer fans, you just have to go back to the counter to reactivate your bracelet.

How does it work? The bracelets contain a round, watch-like tag that houses the iPourItchip. Tap the chip against the Pizza Factory slogan on the sign above the tap you want to pour from. You’ll know it worked if the sign emits a green light (green for “go!”). Now is your chance to show the world your secret talent of how to pour the perfect pint! Oh, you’re a newbie? That’s ok! Watch the training video on

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the screen and become an expert in seconds.

The beer normally ranges from $.30 to $.45 an ounce, making a full pint between $4 and $7, but they have special nights where beer is only $.25 an ounce. Keep an eye on Facebook to stay in the loop of their daily deals.

What did we like about it? We were able to sample all the beers on tap, without having to order a flight. We like flights, but you risk the beer getting warm before you get to drink them all if you are out with chatty friends (as we often are). This way you can walk up to the tap, pour 2 ounces, walk back, drink it, and go get more without any wait, ensuring every sip is ice cold.

After sampling them all, we each picked our favorite for a full pint: Brandi picked the Blaker Brewing Hazy IPA (Ceres, CA) and Chisto picked the St. Stan’s Red Sky Ale (Modesto, CA).

You can’t beat the price, and you can’t beat the fun. This makes a great date night, or invite all your friends to have a “pour off ”, just because it’s a weekday. Every day there is reason to celebrate, so pick something to toast to and honor the heck out of it. Sip on, friends!

The Pizza Factory 1050 W. Monte Vista Ave, Turlock 209-634-5000 Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm Fri & Sat 11am-10pm Check out modestoview.com for a longer version and videos!

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Male Vocal: Quinn Harrison - Merced Roy Mendiola - Waterford Luca Mitchell & Roy Mendiola Modesto & Waterford Horatio Monroe - Tracy Stevie Vasquez - Ceres

Female Vocal: Annabelle - Modesto Jocelyn Baliel - Modesto Alma Galvan - Manteca Gabrielle Martin - Ripon Sarah Snyder - Turlock

Dance Solo/Duet: Ballet Folklórico Raices Mexicanas de Maria Valdovinos Bella Fisicaro - Modesto Nathan Kounlavouth - Modesto

Dance Group/Ensemble: Aesthetic Dance Academy - Livingston Ballet Folklórico de Frank Zapata Stockton Khmer Youth of Modesto - Modesto

Celebrate the High Holidays with

Instrumental: Jack Douglass - Riverbank Josh Mendiola - Waterford Dylan Soto - Modesto

Specialty: James Knight - Modesto Sam Pierstorff - Modesto

Bands: Free Candy - Sacramento Indie Daze - Modesto us4love - Modesto

Original Composition: Free Candy Indie Daze Roy Mendiola Sarah Snyder us4love Stevie Vasquez

Check out our 2017 interview with Robert Ulrich http://www.modestoview.com/interview-robert-j-ulrich/

Congregation Beth Shalom!

Rosh HaShanah September 9 - 11 Yom Ki�ur September 18 - 19

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PERFORMANCE A Time to Perform in August

By Kaye Osborn Here’s what is happening in our neck of the woods: Gallo Center for the Arts The Valley Talent Project August 3 & 4 Come support our local talent!

Summer is in full swing and there is still time to enjoy theatrical productions! I am very excited about one in particular at Prospect Theater Project. They are staging Master Class about the opera singer Maria Callas. Imagine trying to cast this production. Well, you are in luck as Annalisa Winberg, a friend of mine, who is an international opera singer, is playing the lead.

And guess what? The show is directed by her daughter, Carolina Stevens, a recent graduate from Southern Oregon University and a 2014 Valley Talent Winner. Another good friend of mine, Margaret Zabel, is the accompanist. The rest of the cast has been commuting from outof-the area. Do not miss this show! I’ve got my tickets. The August shows will be on Aug 2,3,4, and 5th. The Prospect is on K Streets between 12th and 13th.

Modesto Performing Arts Jekyll and Hyde – The Musical Gallo Center for the Arts August

Westside Theater Newman The Music of the Man in Black Johnny Cash Tribute Sat., August 4th Doors Open at 7 PM, show at 8 PM

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Summer Restaurant Guide

Gervasoni’s Food & Spirits

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

By Tasha Williams Gervasoni’s Food & Spirits has been a staple in Modesto California for years! This lovely and picturesque restaurant, nestled in and tucked tight, down at the end of McHenry Avenue, is a place that you do not want to pass up!

Mother/Daughter co-owners, Rosalie Clark and Serena Sisson took over the restaurant in 2012. At that time, it was located in downtown Modesto. However, five years later, in 2017, they relocated to 5801 McHenry Avenue. They now have a brand new look, with the exception of the original bar that they brought with them from the previous location. The old bar adds a touch of nostalgia. There is a banquet area where parties are held and very soon, the patio will be open. No doubt, many reservations will be made for hosting private parties outside. Now let’s get to the most important business at hand - The food! Oh, what a delight! I could say I was “lucky” to sit down and feast on my 20 oz. ribeye steak, partnered with french fries and fresh zucchini. But “lucky” is the wrong word choice.

I wasn’t “lucky” at all . . . . . . I was “BLESSED”!

Before the steak even hit the tip of my tongue, I knew it was going to be delicious! How, you ask? How was I so sure of myself? The answer was simple. When I first placed my fork into the steak and began to carve it with my knife, I could feel the tender juiciness of the center. Honestly, I could barely take the intense standoff between my right hand and my taste buds. I knew this steak would not disappoint, and I was right!

With each bite, flavor erupted. It was as if a burst of perfectly seasoned lightening hit the roof of my roof of my mouth and landed like a soft and subtle pillow of heaven on my tongue. But wait, it didn’t stop there. You see, Rosalie went to culinary school, and that’s where she perfected her art when it comes to making all of these fabulous meals. Therefore, not only can she cook the steak and prime rib to perfection, but everything she touches, seems to be gold.

There is a large selection of menu items to choose from at Gervasoni’s. You can take your pick from sandwiches, burgers, and various

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Velvet Grill & Creamery

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

Krazy Rolls

Absolutely delectable sweet and gooey goodness in Downtown Modesto. They are krazy good!

Address: 907 10th St. Modesto - Phone # 596-4133

Thailand Restaurant

Delicious Asian cuisine in Downtown Modesto. The food tastes as good as it looks.

Address: 950 10th St. Modesto - Phone # 544-0505

Village Baking Company & Cafe Family owned bakeshop and cafe offering pastries, custom cakes, sandwiches, espresso and more.

Address: 1700 McHenry Ave. Modesto Phone # 522-9057

Fuzio Universal Bistro

East meets West at this casual yet classy spot for global flavorsome from fire-grilled pizzas to spring rolls.

1020 10th St. Modesto - Phone # 557-9711

Barkin’ Dog Grill

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

Address: 940 10th St. Modesto - Phone # 572-2341

La Huacana Restaurant Bar Familiar & Night Club

Enticing Mexican food along with exciting Latin culture.

Have a great meal and then dance the night away.

Address: 101 E. Glenn Ave. Modesto Phone # 622-0263

Verona’s Cucina Italiana

chicken dishes. My personal favorite is the appetizer list. It consists of frog legs, fried oysters, pigs feet and lobster bites. But please, don’t just take my word for it. Regular customer, Mr. Ed Nunes of Nunes Dairy put it best. He happily chimed in on the conversation Rosalie, Serena and I were having and said, “I appreciate the owners, the atmosphere, and all of the food here, but there is nothing like the Lamb Shanks they serve!”

Rosalie is also known for making the best cheesecakes in town! If you’ve got a cheesecake on your mind, you can bet your bottom dollar that she’s got you covered! The house favorite is her Banana Cheesecake. However, she makes cheesecakes in all of the following flavors as well: blueberry, apricot, and strawberry. Rosalie doesn’t stop there though. She also makes a key lime pie that is to die for!

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Somehow, between bites of my meal, I managed to get our signature question into the conversation. I asked, “The Beatles or The Rolling Stones?” Rosalie replied, “I like both of the groups equally. The Stones were the wildest, hottest group ever and The Beatles always made fun and happy music.”

Faithful customers who have frequented the restaurant for years now, have in no way slowed down when it comes to their visits. For them, this place, as Serena put it, “Feels like the old television show, Cheers!” Hip-hip-hooray and cheers to Gervasoni’s Food & Spirits!

Long ago, Rosalie once made a promise to Serena, (who was tired of bartending elsewhere at the time), “Don’t worry! One day, we’ll own our own restaurant - Together.” It looks like Mom made good on her promise!

As always: Let’s love our Modesto! Let’s embrace our Modesto! Let’s continue to spread our smiles in Modesto. C’mon Positive Peeps – IT’S WHERE WE LIVE!

Gervasoni’s Food & Spirits 5801 McHenry Ave. Modesto CA • Opens 11AM Phone: (209) 236-1075

Delicious Italian cuisine in an elegant inviting atmosphere. Eat, drink and be merry.

Address: 1700 McHenry Ave. Modesto Phone # 549-8876

Concetta

A truly unique dining experience.

Address: 1205 J St. Modesto - Phone # 529-3282

Sabatino’s Ristorante

Upbeat Italian cafe offering a menu of traditional fare, including breakfast in a cheerful space.

Address: 421 McHenry Ave. Modesto Phone # 576-7116

Papachino’s Greco-Roman Restaurant

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

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

Mocha Magic

From gourmet coffee drinks to exquisite lunch dishes to ice cream. Dine in or have it delivered in Downtown Modesto.

Address: 920 16th St. Modesto - Phone # 522-8955

La Parrilla Mexican Restaurant

A huge array of authentic delicious Mexican food for the whole family.

Addresses: 950 Oakdale Rd. Modesto Phone # 572-2420, 2251 Claribel Rd. Riverbank - Phone # 869-9956, 1700 McHenry Ave. Modesto - Phone # 523-3773

The Fruit Yard

They feature a restaurant, fruit market, deli, barbecue, bakery and banquet center. The award winning facility is on 90 acres of fruit orchards.

Address: 7948 Yosemite Blvd. Modesto - Phone # 577-3093

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By Middagh Goodwin Over the last half-decade or so there has been a near explosion in community art, most of it centred in or near Downtown Modesto. With Graffiti themed murals brought to us by Classic Community Murals to valley and avant-garde inspired, sponsored by Murals of Mo-town.

September 7 and 8th there will be 7 more murals created in Downtown Modesto thanks to Fasm Creative Battle, bringing artist from around the world to deliver something unique.

Have you driven past the Burnt Ends on 9th and I Street? Where Vincent Cabrera is painting a beautiful and vibrantly colored mural of a young girl in a field of California Poppy. There is also a new mural of a Brown Buffalo going up at the auto shop on 12th and Yosemite Street.

Stop by and check out the murals and make sure you tell a friend and post your pics with #classicmodestomurals If you want to get involved, visit our Facebook at www.facebook.com/classiccommunitymurals and message us.

Please email locations and pictures of your

The State’s Latino Film Series presents: FREEDOM WRITERS (PG-13-2007) Sun. Aug. 5 at 1 p.m.

favorite murals especially if they are not listed below to info@modestoview.com You can also see more about our murals at www.healthiercommunityartsinitiative. com www.facebook.com/MuralsinMotown/

Some of Modesto Mural Locations 10th and J – 57 Chevy – Modesto Chamber of Commerce 1700 McHenry – 57 Chevy Cruise – McHenry Village 13th and J – 32 Deuce Coupe – Peer Recovery Gallery 305 Downey – 4 Panel Cruise Mural 723 Needham – Cruise Under the Arch – Neville Brothers 9th & N St – Fresh Ideas Flowers – Vintage Flower Truck 207 McHenry – Submarine Races

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1511 McHenry – Modesto Police Cruising 15th & J -Corazon del Valle-Dewz 10th and Needham Royal Robbins Mural-t Camp4 401 Downey Ave, The Forgotten LandTangled T’s 3037 Sisk Rd. The State Theatre Graffiti Mural-Texas Roadhouse 1125 I Street-New Deal Murals- Modesto Post Office Building 11th & J St-Under PressureCommonwealth 1001 I St-Pollination-Ralston’s Goat 16th & J St-Train Burnt End 9th & I St Girl in California Poppy Field 12th & Yosemite Brown Buffalo 1008 J St-Modesto Cinema-Rancho Fresco

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Wed. Aug. 8 at 7 p.m.

The Lord of the Rings Trilogy The Fellowship of the Ring (PG-13-2001) Thurs. Aug. 9 at 7 p.m.

The Two Towers (PG-13-2002) Thurs. Aug.16 at 7 p.m.

The Return of the King (PG-13-2003) Thurs. Aug. 23 at 7 p.m.

Three Identical Strangers (Doc)

EDIBLE Extravaganza

TACO TUESDAYS

Waaay Back Wednesdays

The Warriors (R-1979)

A story that is truly stranger than fiction Opens Fri. Aug. 10 at 10 a.m.

Leave No Trace (PG) Opens Fri. Aug. 10 at 1 p.m.

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UNPLUGGED

The Little Sparrow

By Aaron Rowan

August Movies I remember thinking that if Neil Young were here to witness this, he would have offered her a slot at his Bridge School Benefit concert then and there. Of all the musical moments I’ve curated, this is the one I recall most vividly and fondly - Effie Passero putting her own wailing

take on ‘Harvest Moon,’ which I asked her to do as part of a local supergroup, Valley Forged, assembled specifically to close out year three of MUMfest. I’ve heard this homegrown star do many amazing things with her voice and lyricism over the years, but none quite as stunning

GO MODESTO La Perla Tapatia

La Perla Tapatia has a new Latino Film Series collaboration with The State Theater. This is a Celebration of Family, Traditions and Culture that hopes to encourage our community and our downtown venues to continue to be places that embrace diversity and be welcoming for all. Admission: $8 Tickets are on sale now at The State Theater or online at www.thestate.org Films are at 1pm on the first or second Sunday of every month through Sunday, February 3, 2019 month except December.

8/5 Freedom Writers 9/2 Y Tu Mama Tambien 10/7 Instructions Not Included 11/4 The Longoria Affair 12/9 For Greater Glory 1/5 Like Water for Chocolate Enjoy Our New Outdoor Patio 2/3 Under the Same Moon

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as when she belted out that classic. That same night she also became the first artist I would sponsor to attend the Yosemite Songwriting Retreat, as the winner of our first songwriting contest. You may have seen Effie this year among the Top 24 of ‘American Idol.’ Her journey there began with an original song audition, and I’d like to think that Modesto Unplugged & YSR had our own small part to play in sharpening her career.

Effie returns to NorCal this month to headline a fundraiser concert for the 2018 Yosemite Songwriting Retreat. Friday 8/10, head down to Sierra Meadows in Ahwahnee for a real fabulous evening. Dinner will be served at 6, with an open mic starting at 6:30 and the main concert at 7, which also features sets by Retreat directors Gail Dreifus and Adam Burns. Tickets are $10 advance; more info at www.yosemitesongwriting.com.

We had great fun at the Modesto Unplugged World Music Jam last month, with a meshing of musical elements from India, Sweden, Latin America and more. The jam is back for round two on Tuesday 8/21, 7-9 PM back at the Barkin’ Dog Grill. This month’s special guests will be the N.Wanda Trio, on tour from Japan. They’re a groovy group with keyboard, guitar & bass, and you’re welcome to come make music alongside them. If you have some cool and exotic instruments & percussion, we’d love for you to jump in.

The best of the rest for August: MPA stages ‘Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical’ from 8/11-8/19 at the Gallo Center. The cast list includes local ‘Roosevelt’s Got Talent’ winner Kalea Jackson; and soprano star Christine Capsuto, a veteran of more than one of the finest music series in town.

Info/tickets at www.modestoperformingarts. com. Saturday 8/11, Nashville country songwriters Brinley Addington and Emily Hackett appear at the Denair Gaslight Theater for a special benefit show. Find more info on that at 209-664-9514. Friday 8/17, Modesto’s premiere Cajun players, the BluesBox Bayou Band, are featured at Music In The Plaza on 10th St. from 7-9pm.

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I am a part of a program called the Modesto Leos Club; we are basically the younger brother of the Modesto Lions Club. We are hoping to recruit some teenagers to join us in making the community a better place.

We meet only once a month and do fun activities. The main reason our group formed was so we could help out people in need. We used “flocking” as a way to fundraise for our projects; Flocking is when people pay us to stick pink plastic flamingos in their friend’s yard. Using the $150 we earned from flocking; we went to Wal-Mart and bought kids who were less fortunate school supplies.

nations throughout the world. Last time we cleaned over 2,000 glasses. We hung out, listened to music, and laughed while being able to help someone see better. The se are just some of the wonderful opportunities you will have by joining the Leos Club. We also would appreciate donations of good condition prescription glasses. Did you know 153 million people worldwide are By of Evecorrective Oberlander in need lens, but don’t have them. Lions and Leos clubs collect millions of eye glasses each year. If you would like to try Leos out to see if you want to be a part of it then you are more than welcome to join us for a day. We have a membership drive May 9th at Modesto Bowl. If you are interested in participating, donating, joining, or trying out Leos, call Karin at (209) 595-3202 for more information.

you. Because of your support, we are creating a world with less cancer and more birthdays! This is a wonderful event in Modesto and the track is lined with really incredible booths where teams show their support, sell crafts and food to raise funds. There is an amazing luminary walk at dusk that is mazingly powerful. Please consider supporting this event, support a team or just make a donation. www.relayforlife.org and then type in Modesto, CA

From Devastation

Oak Valley COmmunity Bank Happy August. This will be my very last article for you fine folks. I’m moving out of Modesto for a bit and hope to come back to my favorite city as a first-time homeowner. I just want to let you all know, it has been a huge pleasure writing about my favorite hobby, my favorite love, LOCAL METAL MUSIC. From the readers, the fans, the bands and the friends, it’s been a blast. I want to leave you with a sweet, sick, rocking band called From Devastation. These musicians are from Turlock, Atwater and Delhi.

Marty Delgado their female vocalist, I went to high school with her, we both graduated from Livingston High in Livingston, California.

Marty is amazing on stage. She also owns and runs her very own Tattoo and piercing shop called, The Electric Needle Room, located at 1484 Broadway Ave. in Atwater. Go check it out, I’ve heard nothing but great things on their quality work, and body modifications. The band is djent (even I had to look that up, ) with black metal and deathcore. They have a sick ep that just came out, The Burdened Ones. Composed and written by Marty Delgado-Vocals, Shane Mesa -Drums, Kevin Burson-Bass, Sergio Vega-Rhythm/Lead Guitar and Jose Lopez Rythm/Lead Guitar. https:// soundcloud.com/from-devastation/sets/theburdened-ones They are also on Spotify! Check them out on Facebook or even better, go catch one of their live shows coming up. On Saturday, August 4th, From Devastation is opening up for Pathology on their Brutal Annihilation Tour at the Full Circle Brewery at 620 F St. in Fresno. It’s all ages and they have a huge stage there. You can purchase tickets online at www. livemusiccity.com And over in Stockton,(they only have like one place that allows live metal

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INTER Joe Traina and the Fruityard

By Chris Murphy

The Traina family has long been synonymous with locally grown fruit and vegetables. Long timers know their Traina dried food that’s produced in Patterson, California and many know the great prime rib and the Sunday brunches at the Fruit Yard east of Modesto. Over the years, the Fruit Yard has grown into an event center and now they make their boldest move yet by opening a new amphitheater that will host 3,500 people and will present concerts and performances by top-flight entertainment as well as the ability to host local performances.

Many music fans remember the B93 Summerfest shows that were held there and for nearly 30 years, the Fruit Yard has been home to Back to Graffiti, that showcased Little Richard, the Beach Boys, The Isley Brothers and many others. This is an exciting time and Joe Traina has been working round the clock to bring this new facility to life for the gala opening with Amy Grant on August 24. We were able to tour the fast-rising stage canopy, the grassy hill for blanket seating and all of the new back stage support areas. These should be some of the best services that will be a great draw to touring artists. Parking should be pretty easy and best of all, this is only a few minutes east of Modesto.

Joe and his brother Willie Traina own and operate the family’s Traina Foods that was incorporated in 1976 and they started the Fruit Yard in 1977. We caught up with Joe during the construction and wanted to know how this is all developing and what the future brings and also became intrigued with something called a “Fruiton”. I guess we will have to wait for that.

ModestoView: The Fruit Yard has been an important part of our culture for quite a while, what does it mean to you?

Joe Traina: I have been at it so long, it has become my identity.

MV: Traina continues to innovate in foods like the Sun Dried Ketchup, what do you think about the opportunities for food production in our area?

JT: Farm to fork, it’s great. We’ve come out with our own BBQ dipping sauce and also a Fruiton (not a cruton) and we are developing new and exiting new food products you will in the near future.

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Joe Traina, Chris Murphy and Don Bean on the new stage

Joe Traina with lead engineer John Tanner

MV: Did you ever see yourself being in the event business when you were growing up?

JT: Yes, I thought I would become a country western singer.

MV: There has been a long history of events at the Fruit Yard, what was your favorite memory?

JT: Cooking and eating ribs with Mary Wilson of the Supremes after she performed to a sell out crowd at the Fruit Yard.

MV: Back to Graffiti was started in 1994, what is the future of Back to Graffiti now that you have an amphitheater?

JT: There are so many possibilities, but we really want to provide bigger and better entertainment.

MV: Do you have a wish list on what and who would you like to book at the Fruit Yard?

JT: Yes I do have a wish list, but you will have to wait and see.

MV: Beyond concerts, what would you like to see at the Fruit Yard?

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JT: We would like to present more theatre, comedy, church services and community events.

MV: Is your whole family involved in the Traina businesses? Over the years, everybody has participated in one way or another.

JT: If you had a wish for the greater Modesto area, what would it be? People being more caring and kind to each other.

MV: Who do people connect with The Fruit Yard to book the facility? Go on our website at www.thefruityard.com and contact our office JT: Our signature question: Beatles or Stones? Stones. Everybody needs a little rock and roll in their lives.

The Fruit Yard

7948 Yosemite Blvd Modesto, Ca 95357 www.thefruityard.com 6:30 am – 9:00 pm Sun-Thurs Open till 10 Fri and Sat 209-577-3093 To learn about the amazing taste and to see all the cool things you can do with dried Fruit and be the first to see what a Fruiton is, check out Traina Foods at www.trainafoods.com

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By Chris Murphy

Mobility to Mongolia

May Your Savings Bloom Everything is merry in the month of May,

the birds are singing, the flowers are blossoming and it’s filled with fun and holidays that make you look forward to the summer months. Since spring temperatures are finally warm enough to get out of the house, Ms. M has been taking in everything this gorgeous time of year has to offer. The best laid plans for May are those enjoyed without spending a lot of money. Start your month of May off with some music and science fiction. The Music in the Plaza free music series kicks off their annual events in downtown Modesto every Friday in the summer starting May 4th with a Star Wars Day tribute. Walk on down and you may find yourself immersed amid Star Wars themed activities and the musical sounds of the Lodge Pole Pickers and the Fred C. Beyer marching Please read my daily journal from this amazing mission at www.modestoview.com band starting at 5:00pm. Located across from local organization thatfree is supported by specialModestoView was able to serve in a global pro- of Mongolia to near the Russian border. We Brendan Theaters this entertainment is fun were supported by local Rotary Clubs and the ists across the USA and the volunteer spirit with ject delivering wheelchairs to those in need in for all ages. Check it out! Info: https://www.

Mongolian Red Cross. It was so great to have which we travelled was a lifetime experience. facebook.com/10thStreetMusic/Continue your Mongolia. I and my daughter Abigail Murphy month off with a little spiritual nourishment for this team work with our fellow Rotarians. The Seeing the Mongolian country side and meeting were part of the volunteer Hope Haven West your mind, body and soul.

Th e Nourishment impact of this effort was amazing and emotionthe people was so rewarding and enriching. Our team of physical therapists, mechanics and for the Soul Wellness center celebrates their team stayed in Ger Camps and hotels during al. Some of the people had travelled over 600 support team that delivered and seated over 4th anniversary and metaphysical fair with an our service wellfree as attending national km, by car, motorcycle and even horseback to 200 people in modern wheelchairs in 5 cities open house as style event fromthe 10am-6pm on festival of Naadam and these memories be be fitted in a Hope Haven Chair or other chair. and villages in Mongolia. We did two seatings May 12th. If you like learning about newwill things and an open mind then grab your curioswithhave us forever.

Many people, aged two years to the 80s were in the capital city Ulaanbaatar and then up ity andconsider drop in to experience healing, or Please donating any energy old wheelchair, fitted for a chair for the first time and it would to the smaller towns of Selenge, Erdenet City, psychic reading, meet and much needed funds tolike-minded Hope Havenpeople West. You change their lives. Lonny Davis has created a Darhkum and Murun ranging from the center

By Monica Barber more. Drop in and check their calendar for upcoming classes; many are free. This is a judgment free space and all people are welcome. 516 15th Street, Modesto 95354.

Info: http://www.nourishment4thesoul.com/ Music is wonderful for the soul! The 2nd annual Modesto Area Porchfest hosts a plethora of music talent May 20th. The all ages event takes place on 30 porches in the La Loma, College and Downtown Modesto areas and features includes music from local performers for free. Enjoy the best in local music, enjoy the weather outside and get to know your neighbors while supporting a local talent. Maps with info: http://www.modestoporchfest.comEnd the month with some carnival fun!

Every 4th Friday of the month is Food Fair Fridays and Carnival Treats at the Veteran’s Event Center.

The entire family is welcome at this free inside event carnival sponsored by the Veteran’s Foundation of Stanislaus County.Mytv26 will be on site to record keepsake video messages of love and support to loved ones in the armed forces. Free may even want to serve on one of these parking on site. 3500 Coffee Road Modesto 95355. trips 100% (yes you read that correctly) of all Info: https://www.facebook.com/MYTV26STAdonations go to Hope Haven Projects in South TION/ and your Central American andbe now in Asia.

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Splash Zones Are you ready for one hot summer? Remember to stay cool & stay hydrated! The city of Modesto has a bunch of places to cool down this summer, so if you don’t have a pool of your own or want to get out for some fun water activities, check out these pools and places all over town, all maintained and cared for by your Modesto Parks and Recreation Department! Don’t forget the popsicles and sunscreen! Splash Grounds are located at Coffee-Claratina Park, George Rogers Park, Freedom Park, Lion’s Junction, Marshall Park, Sanders Neighborhood Park, Sylvan Park, and Ustach Park. They’re open daily from 2 pm to 6 pm until September 4th.

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Chilly Dogs and Cats Have you ever walked barefoot on the black asphalt in the middle of the summer? Ouch! Remember to always walk your dogs and cats early in the morning or later in the evening so that they don’t burn their paws or overheat. Dehydration is something to keep in mind, too! So make sure you have water ready for your furry friends when you get back home.

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Take a walk along Dry Creek in East La Loma Park and you’re sure to see poles with chains and wonder what on Earth they are for! Fear not! This is Modesto’s very own Disc Golf Course! Like traditional golf, there are 18 holes (9 easier holes by the tennis courts and 9 more challenging ones further west) and all you need is a frisbee and maybe a snack or two to keep yourself going. Grab some friends and a water bottle and we will see you out there!

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Back to School Modesto- August 13

What?? Is it that time already? Aug 13 is the big back to school day.

Be safe on the roads out there. Most of the kids in Modesto will be going back to school earlier than ever this year. The new school clothes, the reams of binder paper, the calculators will be n the backpacks as kids go back in search of higher education. Donate to your teacher’s need list and make sure that our kids have every chance to me successful.

A shout out to all School Drama and Music Directors, please let the View know what about your shows so that we can spread the word to fill your seats! Who, what, where, when and how to purchase tickets.

Please send info to events@modestoview.com

Farmers Markets are in Full Gear

Are you as obsessed with the fresh nectarines this year as we are?

We are in the middle of the summer fruit season and in the fruit basket of California, you can find just about anything at our local markets! Grab some lunch, pick up some handmade jewelry and accessories, or have your pick from varieties of fresh local cheeses!

This handy list of local certified Farmers Market locations will help you stay fit and full. Remember to take your reusable bags and ride your bike to the market whenever you can!

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BACK PACKS for back to School

Here are a few options to help with “Back to School” supplies. Over the years the cost of supplies has risen to almost a months rent. Schools are providing less each year and Teachers just can not keep up with their student’s needs. Here are a few great resources to help those in need start off the new school year ready.

Please let us know if we are missing any and we will share them online.

August 3rd 6 pm, Modesto Parks & Recreation Department and Modesto City Schools Stude nt, Parent and Community Support Services are once again teaming up with the “Welcome Back to S chool Backpack Giveaway.” Taking place at Marshall Park, the event features an evening with health, safety, and community resources information from area agencies and organizations. It will also feature entertainm ent, guest speakers and children’s activities. A backpack giveaway will be featured. Parents must be present with children.

For those who are in the giving mood, August 11th 10 am-3 pm Center for Human Services is hosting a BackPack Drive happening in the Walmart parking lot 2225 Plaza Parkway in Modesto.

So please drop off a backpack or two for those in need.

Stanislaus County Office of Education, Student Support Services division works with Stanislaus County school districts’ McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Liaison to provide backpacks to students in need. If your child, or a child you know, is in need of a backpack please contact the local scho ol district liaison your school site for more assistance. bchandler@ceres.k12.ca.us zamora.h@monet.k 12.ca.us ebeltran@stancoe.org In Turlock, there will be a Backpack supply Drive Thru in 10 East Parking Lot. Accepting drop-offs of paper, binders, pencils, notebooks, folders and other supplies to fill 1,000 backpacks on August 3rd 7 am to 7 pm. Supplies will be given to the City of Turlock, United Samaritans and the Westside Ministries to be distributed. If you would like to be added to the list to potentially receive a backpack and supplies email Molly Amant admin@turlcokdowntown.com.

Quick & Easy Fun!

1. Check out Donnelly Park in Turlock this summer! There are Sit under the stars with your family and friends and spend a relaxducks that flock around the water and the southern banks are ing Friday evening with a great film at Mancini Bowl in Graceada a peaceful and crowd-free way to spend the afternoon!

Park. Enjoy free, family-friendly films. Bring your Red Vines, popcorn, 2. Over the summer, many kids forget or lose important inforand blankets because movies begin at dusk! August 17th: Cars mation that they learned during the school year. Make sure to 3 August 24th: Emoji Movie August 31st: Despicable Me 3 avoid the “brain drain” by heading out the Stanislaus Public September 7th: Deep Under Pressure September 14th: Library to check out storytime, activities, and to, of course, The Ninjago Movie September 21st: Coco. borrow books. Though these programs are great all year round, the summer is the perfect time to make sure our kids are soaking up all the sun AND knowledge they can!

3. Nothing works up an appetite quite like biking in this hot Modesto heat. We love to bike from Downtown Modesto down the Virginia Corridor to the finish line at Yogurt Mill in Roseburg Square. Make sure to try out their “Chillers” which are the sorbet of the day mixed with lemon-lime soda and blended for an icy treat!

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GEEK

GO MODESTO National Night Out August 7 6-9 pm

By Middagh Goodwin

Join your neighbors and “give crime and drugs a going away party!”

Want a great reason to get out there and meet your neighbors? National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness and to provide an opportunity to promote and celebrate police-community partnerships in crime prevention efforts. Residents in neighborhoods throughout Modesto and across the nation are asked to lock their doors, turn on outside lights and spend the evening outside with neighbors. Many neighborhoods throughout Modesto will be hosting a variety of special events such as block parties, cookouts, ice cream socials, potlucks, games and even some live music. Don’t miss the chance to meet your neighbors and friends.

If you want some great ideas for your National Night Out, check out this great link from the City of Modesto http://www.modestogov.com/DocumentCenter/View/232/RecommendedNational-Night-Out-Activities-PDF

Rob Ely –

Elvis Through the Year - Aug 11 You can never get enough Elvis, especially when you are getting the full arc of Elvis’ career. Rob is one of Northern California’s most sought after Elvis tributes. He has performed all over California and beyond including performing on the field at the Oakland Coliseum for the A’s singing the National Anthem as Elvis. Rob has also placed in the Top 3 in Elvis contests in Las Vegas, San Diego, Lake Tahoe, and Fresno. He also was crowned “Best Overall Elvis” in 2013 at the Thunder Valley Casino and he has jammed with many local bands performing his Elvis tribute. Don’t miss this.

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I have said it before, and I will say it again, for a “geek” it is a great time to be alive. When I was younger we were lucky to have one or at most two movies released in a year, we watched reruns of Star Trek and Batman on TV or played D&D. Now just about every month there is a movie released, there are shows for all fandoms on TV and Pop Culture Conventions happening just about every month in our backyard.

Modesto has two great comic book stores Invincible on Orangeburg and Modesto Comic on McHenry behind P.Wexfofds; there is also Fantastic Collectibles in Manteca. If you are into gaming check out Utopia Games on Tully and Area 51 on Coffee Rd in Modesto.

Speaking of Conventions, StocktonCon is back, taking place at the Stockton Arena on August 18th & 19th. StocktonCon is the crown jewel of Local Conventions, two days 15,000 plus people and so much fun. One of the things that makes StocktonCon a little different is the addition of Pro-Wrestlers, this year meet Sting and Christian along with a few others. Stockton always has fantastic guests and this year is no exception, meet actors John Noble, Rachel Leigh

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Graffiti Summer lives on! You can still enjoy the best of the classic cars this month at the Del Rio Classic Car Show that will feature the most exotic designs and classic chrome on the lawn at Del Rio. This is the perfect way to keep your Graffiti spirit into the fall. This event is a benefit for Modesto’s First Tee program and the featured car of this year’s show is the Ford Mustang. Check out the beauty of our classic and exotic car culture.

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12th Annual Premiere Car Show of the Central Valley Sunday, August 19, 2018 9am to 3pm Featured Marque: The Ford Mustang

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Cook, Gigi Edgley and more. Comic and video game artists Palo Rivera, Howard Chaykin, Sho Murase to name a few. Add to all this the Geek Fashion Show, 100’s of Vendors and even more Artists, Live Wrestling demos, panels and Cosplay Contest. You need two days to fit it all in. Advance Tickets are $13 single Day and $18 for the weekend. For more info check out www. stocktoncon.com or follow them on Facebook.

Remember Cosplay is not consent. If you want a picture please ask first that way you can get the best pose and picture possible. Even if you don’t dress up it is always so much fun to see what everyone else dresses up as.

See you at the Con.

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MAMA MAMA The Choice Is Yours

By Middagh Goodwin Modesto is fortunate to have so many talented performers in the area. Over the last few months, the Modesto Area Music Association has sifted through hundreds of nominees to narrow down the up and comers, the grinders and the acts that keep on rockin’. We have reached out to venues, promoters, previous winners and fans to find out who we should be paying attention too.

Now it is almost time for you to Vote for who will be the winners of the 2018 Modesto Area Music Awards. Voting will start on August 15th and go until Midnight on October 14th.

Remember you only get one Vote so make sure you go through all the Categories from Alt-Indie to Youth Bands. I always recommend going out and catching as many of the nominees as you possibly can to make the most informed decision. Quite often local venues will do MAMAnee showcases to make things easier for you to see several in one night.

Tuesday, October 16th the nominees and their guest will all converge on the historic State Theatre, and the winners will be announced.

The show is hosted by Chris Murphy and Chris Ricci, and as always there will be live performances from the pool of MAMAnees. There will be special guest presenters, city and county representatives, radio personalities and more who will be paired up with some of last years winners in each category to help pass the torch.

The ceremony is always streamed live and fans and families will not want to miss watching the world over at www.modestoview.com.So keep your eyes peeled for your favorites to announce their nominations and help them take home the elusive Car Hop Trophy.

We are encouraging all nominees(actually all performers) to set up a Plink account. Plink is a new resource that’s goal is to help you play more and in turn, get paid more. Modesto is

one of the beta test areas so you all will be able to get in on the ground floor. Here is your link to Plink, www.plinkyou.com/ modesto, a donation to the MAMA scholarship fund will be made for every completed account.

Over the last few years, the Modesto Area Music Association has worked hard at pairing those in need with great local performers. We have curated Music in the Plaza, the local stage at the Stanislaus County Fair and PatioFest just to name a few. We are currently working on several scholarships for either Valley Music Institute or Modesto Sound. Our goal is to support and help build a better musical community.

Thanks again to everyone who goes out on a regular basis and supports live performances and the venues, bars, cafes and restaurants that give them a space to play.

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SONGWRITING

BLUES

The Best Month of Summer

Summertime Blues

by Patty Castillo Davis

By Earl Matthews

After months of sweltering conditions we finally feel a tempering in the weather and a swell in music festivals. You know what I mean, dirty feet, mosquito bites, stringed instruments like you’ve never seen before, 11 part harmonies, smoke for days and memories.

A whole lot of local players will be giving their all on these stages. River Ranch Music Festival 8/17-19, Snelling River Music Festival 8/18, and the Strawberry Music Festival-Fall 8/309/3 will satiate your music/campout/tailgate/ party hankering.

Sunday Breakfast Music at DEVA has a GIANT lineup of favorites packed into August, reservations are suggested. House Hosts Tim and Patty 8/5, One Man Band Nathan Ignacio 8/12, the long awaited return of Doug Robinett, Marirose and Patty Castillo Davis in a combined collaboration 8/19 and favorite chanteuse Mattea Overstreet on 8/26. Friday, August 17 Rubber Lizard will hold a show at Deva with The Cazadores. Doors 7pm and show time is 8pm. This is an all ages show with a $5 gate fee.

The Third Thursday Artwalk venues host music for every taste. August 16, the Modesto View stage at 11th and J will feature US-

4Love, fresh from their cd release on August 3 coinciding with their appearance at the Valley Talent Project.

We send best wishes and good juju to our great friend and Songwriter Josh Rosenblum as he moves into the next phase of his career with a relocation to Southern California. The great work he has laid the foundation for will not fade away. Mattea Overstreet will carry on the Wine Down Wednesdays at the Redwood Café and Jesse Tracy will host the open mic at P. Wexfords on Mondays.

The Cow Track in Oakdale brings back their open mic every other Wednesday at 8 pm with Ffej Moore at the helm as Host.

The Modesto area music nonprofit DB Project, a proven and transparent organization whose mission is to help underserved youth has been painstakingly working for a year to provide shoes for students. On Saturday, August 25 they will be partnering with Mitchell’s Harley Davidson to raise money to purchase shoes for back to school. The event is FREE and the BBQ meal is only $5 a plate. Music will be donated by The Patty Castillo Davis Band and Gary Gervase & Kickstart Blues Band with a promise of some smooth collabos and a grooving good time. The party is from 10 am to 2pm. Db project is a 501c3 tax exempt organization-tax ID# 81-4785136.

Hello everyone, the dog days of summer are here again, and for some crazy reason, that means there is a ton of fun stuff going on. In fact, there is so much to do that I hope you look at the calendar because I don’t have room to talk about it all, so I am just going to give you the highlights.

Kicking things off with a bang is Rob Hill making his West Side Theater debut on the 3rd. Rob calls his music Jazzy Blue but, I would call it SOUL music. His brings so much energy and leaves it all on the stage for you. So don’t miss this one.

The Hotel Leger is continuing their Summer Blues Series this month and through September.

Every Sunday afternoon, with some great acts including yours truly with the Cryin’ Shame.

On the 10th you have to check out the Blues and Brews fest at Hutchins Street Square in Lodi. This year Featuring a great lineup including Shad Harris and the Groovinators and Jeramy Norris and the Dangerous Mood as well as several other acts you won’t want to miss.

On the 12th you can see Gary Gervase and Kickstart Blues at Stewart & Jasper’s in Mchenry Village for an Alzheimer’s fundraiser. Great band and a great cause. That starts at 4 and then you can head straight over to the Barkin Dog to

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catch the Bourbon Street Blues Band later in the evening.

On the 17th you have a few good options but, I’m going to recommend you head over to see Bill Clifton’s Chicken and Whiskey Band at Valley Brewing in Stockton. Bill is a founding member of the MAMA award-winning band the MOFO Party Band and one hell of a player.

This concert series is a ton of fun, and I’m sure you will have a blast.

I will be back at St’ Stan’s on the 22nd with the Poorhouse Millionaires hosting my monthly jam. The last few months have been great, so if you like blues, it’s a great way to see us all at once.

The DB Project is back at it raising money to provide Shoes to kids in need with a show they are calling Bikes and Blues for Shoes at Mitchell’s Modesto Harley Davidson. This show is featuring Patty Castillo-Davis Band and Gary Gervase and the Kickstart Blues Band, and it runs from 10 am to 2 pm. DB Project is an excellent local charity and one that is worth supporting 100%.

As always friends don’t forget every Thursday you can check out David Dow’s Open Jam at the Barking Dog, or you can be a part of the show with Jeramy Norris and the Dangerous Mood at Stockton’s Garlic Brother for the Blues Jam. I hope to see you guys out at a show.

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JAZZ If you luv music you’re gonna love this

by Eric Benson Okay it is hot, hot, hot with no reprieve in sight. Stay hydrated and come out from the airconditioned safety zone when you can.

The heat is great for the tomatoes but not for us. I used to cry about the heat in the east bay when it hit 80 degrees, Okay I will stop whining as the weather is gonna do what it is gonna do, the best we can do is run for cover. And hopefully the fires will be contained and we can all breathe easy. On to the business as hand!

One of our music community, friend and great Jazz drummer Rootie Marino has passed, RIP. Rootie and Cindy his wife ran their jazz club in Merced and brought in a lot of great music over the years and Rootie played with a lot of great players over the years including John Wyatt - Piano, Marti Martinez - Sax, Neal Griffin - Sax, John Ady - Bass, Mario Flores Latin - Percussion, Dave Wallace - Piano, John Albano - guitar, Carlos Caro - Latin Percus-

sion, Joel Nixon on bass and vocals and many others. Rootie was a great drummer and ever better human being, no matter what he was going through in life, on the band stand he played his heard out with great musicianship and humor. He had a big heard and a lot more soul.

He was a musician who loved and encouraged other players, always a team player, when not gigging he would come down to gigs in the area with Chris Cain, Dave Mathews, and the Blue Monday Jam and always enjoy others playing and encourage the younger musicians. He will be missed.

Blue Monday Party returns to the Barkin’ dog August 13th to the Barkin’ Dog Grill with special guest Cliff Payne once again and Saxophonist Darnell Robinson. Hosting the jam is house band Ultra Lounge, Johnny Valdes guitar, Tim Allen bass, vocals, Dave Hawks on drums, Horns Kevin Marin, and Marty Martinez, and John Burt Sax, Dave Dow and you’re truly Eric Benson on Keys and Pat Governor on organ.

We will be playing a whole lot of Rock and groove music, Blues, Latin, Jazz, Latin, and a lit-

tle of everything else. Call the Dog for reservations: 572-2341. If you play, come on down and sit in with the best musicians in the area, or to listen and dance, it’s gonna’ be smoking! Darnel has a new album out in the smooth Jazz groove format, so come down and check it out!

And the Barkin’ Dog Grill, one of my favorite family friendly venues continues with some live music coming at you for August; 4th Craig and Dave Rock, 10th Valley Jazz Company, 11th Bourbon street Blue Band with Izzy Alvarado, 13th Blue Monday with Eric Benson with guest Clif Payne Jazz vocalist and Sax extraordinaire Darnel Robinson, 18th Ernie Bucio Little big band, 21st Aaron Rowan showcase, , 24th Blues with Gary Gervase , 25th David Dow & Friends, 31st Blade Runner Band. And every single Thursday Dave Dow pianist Extraordinaire hosts a Thursday Jazz Jam session.

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. All the best, peace out! Eric Benson, cell 209- 918-7033, email; Mbenson@fire2wire.com.

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By Chris Murphy

AUGUST 12th - 9:30am MANCINI BOWL, GRACEADA PARK

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One of my favorite times of the year is when we get the line up for ModStock. These are the bands that come out of our local “School of Rock” VMI Music, lead by Darin Morris. The band names are great and it is so good to see this crop of new rockers and schredders. The annual summer season’s festival is ready to rock Graceada Park’s Mancini Bowl on August 12 beginning at 9:30 am It is going to be great to have the amazing Shirlee Temper and her fantastic band at this year‘s Modstock. She will be headlining a lineup of 35 Valley music institute bands, providing the music for the all-day, Earth day/Woodstock/Rock ‘n’ roll circus peace love and music family event. There will be vendors to provide food and arts and crafts and clothing as well as a bouncy house.

Please go out and support Modesto’s newest rockers along with a great headliner. They are bringing their biggest sound system with cool digital gear. It’s going to be a great way to end your summer. For vendors that would still like to participate please contact Kristie Morris at 543-2065.

As always, the event is totally free to attend, sponsored by Roberts Auto Sales!

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Mancini Bowl. 9:30 am - 8 pm 9:30 AM Country Rockers, 3817 10 AM The little rockers, Nightfall, Rise, Separate ways 11 AM Shattered Affect, Avoid The Blame, The New Rattlers 12 PM C4, Blam, Out Of Control, The Distance 1 PM Fuzzy Bunnies, Plush, Panic Attack 2 PM Never Famous, Artificial Moonlight, Norwegian Experience, Big Finish 3 PM Odd Man Out, The Unknown, Heralds of Doom 4 PM Something Different, Hazy Cosmic Jive, The Jaw Droppers, Forced Association 5 PM Indie Daze, JMCAB, Identify Us, Float On! 6 PM Shirlee Temper 7 PM Bad Reputation, Zero Gravity, Funkhaus, Toledo

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Did you know that ModestoView is on the radio? Yes, it’s true! You can get the lowdown what is happening in our area by tuning into KAT Country 103 on Thursday mornings at 8:40 and there, right between your fave country hits, you can get the weekend update with ModestoView’s Chris Murphy and DJ Walker with Jamie Lee. It is a fun way to know what is happening in town and we invite you to listen in. Heck, listen all the time and let your ears enjoy great country music with local DJs and personalities.

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FIT Fitness Don’ts

by Efren Martinez

Last month I turned 50 years young and I’m the healthiest and happiest I’ve ever been in my life. It’s taken me 15 years of a dedicated healthy lifestyle that included a strict diet and long hours of fitness to be fit at 50. Sure I’ve had a few fitness injuries and fractured bones from training for various runs and Triathlons but it goes along with the territory if your going to be a competitive Athlete of any kind. Oh sure I still ache at times like anyone who’s put in so many long hours of extreme fitness. Outside of that I’m the kind of healthy man that my doctor tells me that would put him out of business and he’s OK with that. Friends I have good news for you. You too can become a healthier you at any age! As many of you know I once weighted in over twice as much as I do now and smoked like a freight train till the age of 34. If

you smoke, you can repair your lungs. Just quit! If you’re overweight and have health issues, you can lose the weight and get healthier over time. Our bodies and the time we spend taking care of them is the most God-given blessing we have. No I’m not saying you have to spend vast amounts of time working out nor do you have to live a life of eating nothing but healthy food that taste like cardboard. Well not unless you want to. No matter what age you are right now you should give it some serious thought. If the idea of living and enjoying a retired life without pain, pills and spending loads of money in doctor visits sounds good to you then educate yourself to the fullest on how you can reach this lovely goal at whatever age you’d like to retire. As for me, I’ll keep racing for the finish line for a continued healthy and happy lifestyle.

A beginners workout • 20 bodyweight squats.

• 10 push-ups.

• 20 walking lunges.

• 10 dumbbell rows (using a gallon milk jug) • 15-second plank.

• 30 jumping Jacks.

• 3 x 10 Squats would look like this: 10 Squat

COMEDY Hello, hello, hello Hello, hello, hello. It’s August, it’s hot, I’m over summer and want my hair dry. You too? Go to a show--air conditioning is included with admission. Might I suggest you check out an open mic? Open mics are a place where anyone can show up and try comedy and established comics work new material. Two years ago I burned up the road and gave up sleep to go to the Bay and Sacramento. Now, 209 comics can stay close to home. There are monthly open mics in Patterson at Francesca’s run by Jeff Moreno, Stockton at Finnegan’s run by Saul Trujillo and Modesto at St. Stan’s Brewing. Weekly we have the Clarion run by Jimmie Menezes and the old standby Queen Bean every Sunday in Modesto.

Check out the events section for details. Did I leave your event out? Find me and let me know.

After I started my story last month I found out there are people reading my column and some of them aren’t even related to me. Last month we introduced our narrator and their love interest and mentioned how they were brought together by their Aunt Carol who wasn’t really their aunt, so it’s not creepy. This month, The Meet.

by Felicia Aleman Self-serve gas stations are not for everyone. There’s a lot that can happen. At this point, you’d expect examples of gas station disasters, but I’m not that kind of narrator. Use your imagination.

Why should I have to do all the work?

It could have been a day like any other, with your narrator pulling in with smoke under the hood, fumes in the tank and head in the clouds, but today the narrator decided to be a mechanic.

To most, cars are a mystery and opening a car hood is losing a Pandora’s box of questions. I wonder what that does? Is the engine supposed to be that dirty? That probably needs fluid, I wonder what kind. Your narrator is no exception and foolishly removed the radiator cap.

Flipping the release on the radiator cap sent a geyser-worthy fountain of boiling hot antifreeze into the air. The narrator barely registered the severity of this error until she was shoved away by the shell of a man who would then begin to yell at her. “Hey lady, what were you thinking? You just squirted radiator juice all over my car. Oh crud, you ok?”

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ALL AGES Happy Leo Season

“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” -William Butler Yeats Happy Leo season! With the Sun in Leo, there are feelings of independence, expressiveness, and playfulness! These are the perfect tools for beginning the school year. You can use your elevated independence to spend time on your own, studying and preparing for classes. During my High School years I spent a lot of time at The Queen Bean and local libraries for quiet studying! If you ever need to escape reality, read a book in one of Modesto’s peaceful parks (we have so many). My mother recently bought a

By Leia Johnson comfy chair and small carpet from a garage sale and set up a reading area in our backyard!

This could be a fun project for your family to do. You can be expressive by signing up for art classes at The Chartreuse Muse, starting a garden (Westurf Nursery is locally owned and has great options), or immersing yourself in a new subject! If you are interested in the planets and how they affect your daily life/self, check out cafeastrology.com! As for the necessary playful aspect of our lives, you could go on a hour-long horseback ride in Pinecrest for only $25! I recently did this excursion and it was incredible! The horses were gentle, the trail had beautiful views and a diverse terrain, and our host was informative, funny and helpful! Check out http://aspenmeadowpackstation.com for all of the information you need!

I am sad to say that this will be my last Modesto View article ever. I have had such an influential 5 years writing for this magazine, but I am happy to announce that I will be passing it on to my younger sister, Sofia! We are two very different individuals, so get ready for fresh ideas filling up your school year! As

for me, I will be moving to Chico this month to attend the CSU with a major in Journalism. I’m extremely excited for my new adventure, and I am thankful for how much the Modesto community helped me grow and thrive.

ZEN The Essence of Learning

by Mary Layton Our body benefits from a variety of physical activities, i.e. T’ai Chi, swimming, walking and bicycling. But in order for our mind to stay sharp and healthy we need to give it some variety and new input as well. When we exercise our memory we are improving our mental faculties.

Anytime we give our mind something new to chew on we are feeding it. When I learn something new I feel a sense of renewal and joy. Suddenly I feel that my imagination is expanding and I am having fun. To learn a new language for example, makes me feel like a new person. It changes my perspective because that language expresses things differently from what I am used to. The sound of it has a different music and rhythm. My face expression and hand movements change.

My tongue gets to exercise and move differently.

Recently I started to learn to say a few words in Italian. What a beautiful language! How cool it is to say to my friend : “Tanto piacere!”(Nice to meet you) And he says to me : “Piacere mio.”(Nice to meet you too) We can learn something new or we can learn to do what we have been doing all along, except better. We can learn how to paint, garden, play an instrument, learn how to sing, dance, sew or cook. Why don’t we learn more? We may have all kinds of reasons. Bottom line is that learning new things can combat self pity, mood swings and depression. Learning something sends you off on a journey of self-discovery. You may find out that you need more patience, that you need to learn how to concentrate and not compare yourself with others. Go people and learn something new, learn more!

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GO OAKDALE Do you love good food?

Do you want to learn more about the great restaurants and caterers and event centers in Oakdale? Well the Taste of Oakdale is for you. Come taste microbrews, wines, bakery items, American, Mexican, Italian foods, and more and hang out with your friends and enjoy the treats.

While you are there, cast your vote for the “Best Of...” in different categories, watch cooking demonstrations, and participate in the raffle!

Tickets are $25 each ($35 at the door) in August at these locations : Oakdale Chamber of Commerce , Oak Valley Bank, Oakdale Leader and Steves Chevrolet.

You can purchase your tix online here. https://www.oakdalechamber.com/taste-of-oakdale/ Tuesday, August 28 from 5-8 pm Bianchi Community Center • 110 S. Second Ave, Oakdale

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BARGAIN August Is Here!

Article & photo by Monica Barber

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While you’ve been beating the heat you probably haven’t had time to notice that August is here. That means that your summer vacation is nearly over!

Ms. M marvels at how fast the season has come and gone. Don’t worry though, there is still a ton of time to get out there are see some great events and experience the Summer. Here are a handful of awesome things that are worth your time and money this August.

The heat can’t keep away the great sounds of summer. The Valley Talent Projects opens the month at The Gallo Center on August 3rd and 4th. Take in the best dancers, singers, spoken word smiths, musical acts and more of the Central Valley’s shining stars as they compete to win this talent contest. The event begins Friday night with the audience voting round and Saturday Night the winners announced after the second round of performances. All Ages.

Tickets: $10-30. http://www.galloarts.org/ One of Modesto’s favorite free music events, Modstock returns to Graceda Park on August 12th. Make your Sunday a fun day by checking out this all ages event presented by VMI rocks.

Enjoy over 35 VMI bands including a few local favorite bands and musicians along with food, art and crafts. Don’t forget the dancing and fun! The festival runs from 10am to Dusk. Info: 209-543-2066 or https://www.facebook.com/ ModstockMusicFest Art can give you a lot of insight into yourself and the world you live in. Third Thursday Artwalk makes a splash on August 16th and from

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5pm-9pm perhaps you can learn a lot about the community we live in by experience the view of local artists and artisans. This year round free event features busking musicians and more.

Stop in at Mitslin Gallery on J street and pick up a map, then make your way around to all the participating galleries. You might make new friends, discover new music and walk away with a piece of art. Info: 209-522-0935 or https://www.facebook.com/modestoartwalk/ One of the area’s favorite free summertime events, The Family Night Film Series at Graceda Park returns August 17th with Cars 3.

Mimicking the nostalgia of watching a movie outdoors at the Drive-in, this Friday Night event takes places under the stars. Bring your friends and family and enjoy the last days of Summer with a film. The City of Modesto presented series runs from August 17th through September 21st. The Emoji Movie shows 8/24 and Despicable Me 3 on 8/31. Films begin at dusk. Movie info: (209) 577-5344

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CALENDAR AUGUST SONGWRITER EVENTS 8/3-US4Love Valley Talent Project contenders and cd release Gallo Center 8/4-Tractor Boy Chris Ward Knights Ferry Saloon Raylene Kemp opening for ABBA CADABRA Lucca Winery Tiffany Rose The Brave Bull 8/5-TOTO Gallo Center for the Arts 8/10- Melynda Rodriguez Black Heart Arts at the Queen Bean 8/11-US4Love Rivi’s in Oakdale 8/16-Koala and the Golden Boy Still Smoking 8/17-Rubber Lizard with the Cazadores Deva Café 8/18-Tractor Boy Chris Ward Snelling River Music Festival 8/24-Amy Grant The Fruit Yard

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Enjoy Modesto Night Life! • Enjoy Responsibly August 1st 80s night/DJ Gully Baby Blocks Black Sheep Ink Art Class Comedy Open Mic Creole Jazz Kings Cruise In Car Show Depression Support Group Free QiGong Class Girls Night Out Horseshoe tournament In One Accord Karaoke Karaoke Wednesdays Karaoke with DJ Mark Neil Buettner Riverbank Golden Ages The Damsel The King Trax on Wax Unity Tai Ji Qi Gong Wine Down Wednesday August 2nd Audio Technology Class Bonnie & The Boys Out Back Casanova’s Night Club College Night David Dow & friends Jam Farmer’s Market Geeks Who Drink Johnny & Kelly Karaoke Live Band Karaoke Live Music Master Class Sandy Maule Senior Day Dance Stompbox The Damsel The King TNT Open Mic Under the Gender Umbrella Valley Lighter August 3rd Acoustic Music Barbara Findlay & Jim Ramont Bringing Veterans Together Bryan Keith & Stone Rose Building 429 DJ Invisible DJ Tease DoMo First Friday EDM Revolution Fast Times Gotcha Covered Hughson Farmers Market Jim Anderson & the Rebels Johnny & Kelly Kap’n Krunch Karaoke with DJ Mark Live Again Master Class Music for the Soul Music in the Plaza Neil Buettner Open Mic Sol Riddim Teens Rockin’ Jump The Catcher Was A Spy The Rob Hill Band Thunder Road Valley Got Talent VFW Friday Night Dinners Weekend Dance Party Woody&Sunshine August 4th ABBA Cadabra Angel’s Camp Song Posse Art at the Bean B/C Morning Ride Blues Jam Boom Boom Bash BooPac Tour Brian Huberty Chilled Out Saturdays Craig & Dave

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Boardroom, Modesto Modesto Public Library Queen Bean, Modesto Finnegan’s Pub, Stockton Shooter’s Pub, Modesto Velvet Creamery, Modesto CVPC, Modesto NTouch, Modesto The Udder Place, Turlock Shively’s Bar, Oakdale Strings, Turlock Ridgway’s, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto The Bayou Grill, Modesto P. Wexfords Modesto 3600 Santa Fe St, Riverbank The State Theatre, Modesto The State Theatre, Modesto Speakeay, Modesto First United Methodist, Modesto Redwood Café, Modesto Modesto Sound, Modesto Modesto Vet Center Crocodile’s, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Barkin Dog Grill, Modesto Modesto Public Library St. Stan’s, Modesto P. Wexford’s, Modesto Ridgway’s, Modesto Ralston’s Goat, Modesto Surla’s, Moesto Prospect Theater Project The Fruit Yard, Modesto Stanislaus Veterans Center Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne The State Theatre, Modesto The State Theatre, Modesto Shooters Pub, Modesto CVPC, Modesto O’Brian’s Tavern, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto Dorada Park, Oakdale Stanislaus Veterans Center The Udder Place, Turlock Gallo Center for the Arts Tiki Lounge, Modesto Boardroom, Modesto 10th Street Plaza, Modesto Shooters Pub, Modesto Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne Nino’s Place, Modesto Downtown Hughson Fruit Yard, Modesto Rivets Modesto Capri Bar, Lockeford The Bayou Grill, Modesto O’Brians Tavern, Modesto Prospect Theater Project, Modesto Urbano Bistro, Modesto 10th Street Plaza, Modesto SpeakEasy Lounge, Modesto Rawhide Saloon, Jamestown Ralston’s Goat, Modesto Rockin’ Jump, Modesto The State Theatre, Modesto West Side Theatre, Newman The Tilted Turtle, Modesto Gallo Center for the Arts VFW Hall, Modesto Crocodiles, Modesto Winters Tavern, Sonora Lucca Winery, Ripon Angels Camp Queen Bean, Modesto Oakdale Bicycle Shop Garlic Brothers, Stockton Grizzly Rock Cafe, Turlock Stockton Arena Rivi’s, Oakdale Shooters Modesto Barkin Dog Grill, Modesto

David Pomeranz & Rey Valera Dentist DJ Invisible Evening Under the Stars Farmer’s Market Folk Dancing Lessons James Garner’s Johnny Cash Jawknee Lawhorn Live Music Live Music Saturdays Master Class MCW Band Meditation with Susie Modesto Emo Night Power Play Saturday Easy D Ride Secret Saturdays Sexy Saturdays Simple Creation The Convalescence The Madness Remains The Vibe Tony & the Tuff Times Tractor Boy Turlock Farmers Market Valley Got Talent Weekend Dance Party August 5th Champagne Brunch Buffet FOE Breakfast Freedom Writers Karaoke with Clovis King Master Class Open Mic Roharpo the Bluesman Seniors Club Breakfast Soup The Beer Scouts The Big Mix Tim & Patty Toto VFW Breakfast Wierd Year/Fonty Yunger/Malaska August 6th Coding Club Karaoke with Clovis King Open Mic Overreaters Anonymous Paint Night Poker Night ToastMasters Meeting Wonder August 7th Acoustic Jam Anthony K Comedy Night Audio Technology Class Forever Young Dance Club Golden Valley Chorus Johnny & Kelly Karaoke with Clovis King Name That Tune National Night Out Open Mic at the Goat Parents Group Poetry Open Mic Successful Thinkers Mtg Tango Lessons Tiki Tuesday Toastmaster Supper Club Trivia Tuesday Turlock Seniors Dance August 8th 80s night/DJ Gully Baby Blocks Black Sheep Ink Art Class Creole Jazz Kings Cruise In Car Show Free QiGong Class Horseshoe tournament In One Accord Karaoke Karaoke Wednesdays Karaoke with DJ Mark Lunch Hour Meditation Neil Buettner Open Mic Riverbank Golden Ages

Bob Hope Theater, Stockton Winters Tavern, Sonora Tiki Lounge, Modesto Bella Vista Cucina, Stockton Modesto Library Carnegie Arts Center. Turlock West Side Theatre, Newman Knight Ferry General Store The Udder Place, Turlock Mile Wine, Stockton Prospect Theater, Modesto SURLAS’s, Modesto Intrinsic Elements Modesto Urbano Bistro, Modesto Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne Oakdale Bike Shop CR2 Bar, Modesto The Boardroom, Modesto Caffe Blossom, Twain Harte The Other Place, Modesto Nino’s Place, Modesto Ralston’s Goat, Modesto Club Mercedes, Merced Knights Ferry General Store Turlock Gallo Center for the Arts Crocodiles, Modesto Surla’s, Modesto Eagles Hall, Modesto The State, Theatre, Modesto CR2 Bar, Modesto Prospect Theater, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto Hotel Leger, Mokelumne Denny’s, McHenry, Modesto Ralston’s Goat, Modesto Winters Tavern, Sonora Crocodile’s, Modesto Deva Cafe, J St, Modesto Gallo Center for the Arts VFW Hall, Modesto Winters Tavern, Sonora Queen Bean, Modesto Salida Public Library CR2 Bar, Modesto P. Wexford’s, Modesto Sutter Gould, McHenry, Modesto Urbano Bistro, Modesto Shooters Pub, Modesto 200 W. Roseburg, Modesto The State Theatre, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto Cheroot Lounge, Modesto Modesto Sound, Modesto Modesto Senior Center Mancini Hall, Modesto Rivets, Modesto CR2 Bar, Modesto Twisted Pig, Modesto Modesto Ralston’s Goat, Modesto CVPC, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto Round Table, McHenry, Modesto Urbano Bistro, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Denny’s McHenry, Modesto P. Wexford’s, Modesto 11914 Cahill St, Turlock Boardroom, Modesto Modesto Public Library Queen Bean, Modesto Shooter’s Pub, Modesto Velvet Creamery, Modesto NTouch, Modesto Shively’s Bar, Oakdale Strings, Turlock Ridgway’s, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto The Bayou Grill, Modesto Intrinsic Elements, Modesto P. Wexfords Modesto Cow Track, Oakdale 3600Santa Fe St, Riverbank

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Have fun and be Safe! • Please Designate a Driver Tea Sampling The Warriors Unity Tai Ji Qi Gong Wine Down Wednesday August 9th Audio Technology Class Bonnie & The Boys Out Back Casanova’s Night Club College Night David Dow & friends Jam Drifters/Coasters/Platters Effie Passaro Farmer’s Market Geeks Who Drink Healthy Eating Class Hired Gunn Johnny & Kelly Karaoke with DJ Perfect Pitch LGBTQA Collaborative Live Music LOTR: Fellowship of the Ring Rhythm Section Sandy Maule Senior Day Dance Stitches of Love Project TNT Open Mic August 10th Acoustic Music Banda MS de Sergio Lizarraga Bands Brew & BBQ Black HeART Market Blues & Brews Music Festival Bringing Veterans Together DJ Invisible DJ Tease EDM Revolution Flat Busted Gotcha Covered Heidi Brunk Band Hughson Farmers Market Jeff Foxworthy Jim Anderson & the Rebels Johnny & Kelly Karaoke with DJ Mark Leave No Trace Live Music Music for the Soul Music in the Plaza Neil Buettner Neon Velvet Open Mic Queer Women Social Senior Dance & Potluck ShuLace Teens Rockin’ Jump Three Identical Strangers Thunder Road Tiffany & the Outlaw Hearts Valley Jazz Company VFW Friday Night Dinners Weekend Dance Party Who Wants the Crown August 11th Addington & Hackett Angel’s Camp Song Posse Art at the Bean Art Walk Sonora B/C Morning Ride Bay City Shakers Best of the West Lowrider Blues Jam Blues Brew & BBQ Burbon Street Blues Band Chilled Out Saturdays Clean Slate DJ Invisible Family Day Farmer’s Market Folk Dancing Lessons Gotcha Covered Industria del Amor Koe’s Comedy Kolony Live Music Live Music Saturdays Log Cabin Jam Band MPA Jekyll & Hyde

McHenry Mansion Gift Shop The State Theatre, Modesto First United Methodist, Modesto Redwood Café, Modesto Modesto Sound, Modesto Modesto Vet Center Crocodile’s, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Barkin Dog Grill, Modesto Bob Hope Theatre, Stockton Ralston’s Goat, Modesto Modesto Public Library St. Stan’s, Modesto Kaiser Medical Offices, Modesto Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne P. Wexford’s, Modesto Ridgway’s, Modesto CVPC, Modesto Surla’s, Moesto The State Theatre, Modesto O’Brian’s Tavern, Modesto The Fruit Yard, Modesto Stanislaus Veterans Center 4300 Dale Road, Modesto Shooters Pub, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto Stockton Arena Downtown Ceres Queen Bean, Modesto Hutchins Street Square, Lodi Stanislaus Veterans Center Tiki Lounge, Modesto Boardroom, Modesto Shooters Pub, Modesto Nino’s Place, Modesto Rusty Nail, Ceres Dorada Park, Oakdale Downtown Hughson Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne Fruit Yard, Modesto Rivets Modesto The Bayou Grill, Modesto The State Theatre, Modesto The Udder Place, Turlock Urbano Bistro, Modesto 10th Street Plaza, Modesto SpeakEasy, Modesto Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne Rawhide Saloon, Jamestown CVPC, Modesto 2307 Fourth St, Hughson Winters Tavern, Sonora Rockin’ Jump, Modesto The State Theatre, Modesto The Tilted Turtle, Modesto Ralston’s Goat, Modesto Barkin Dog Grill, Modesto VFW Hall, Modesto Crocodiles Nightclub Twisted Pig, Modesto Gaslight Theater, Denair Angels Camp Queen Bean, Modesto Downtown Sonora Oakdale Bicycle Shop Winters Tavern, Sonora Stanislaus County Fair Garlic Brothers, Stockton Downtown Ceres Barkin’ Dog Grill, Modesto Shooters Modesto Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne Tiki Lounge, Modesto CVPC, Modesto Modesto Public Library Carnegie Arts Center. Turlock Nino’s Place, Modesto California Ballroom, Modesto Koe’s Bar, Morada Ralston’s Goat, Modesto The Udder Place, Turlock Mile Wine, Stockton Log Cabin, Turlock Gallo Center for the Arts

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Patton Oswalt Point Dexter Rob Ely’s Elvis Saturday Easy D Ride SaturDaze Hip Hop Sawyer Brown Secret Saturdays Sexy Saturdays Turlock Farmers Market Uke Jamz Universal Groove Us4Love USA Dance Chapter Weekend Dance Party August 12th Birdcage Camellia Society Meeting Champagne Brunch Buffet Columbia Old Time Jam FOE Breakfast Gary Gervase & Kickstart Blues Karaoke with Clovis King Manteca Senior Dance ModStock MPA Jekyll & Hyde Nathan Ignacio Open Mic Seniors Club Breakfast The Big Mix USA Dance Ballroom Dancing VFW Breakfast August 13th Blue Monday Karaoke with Clovis King Open Mic Overreaters Anonymous Paint Night Poker Night August 14th Acoustic Jam Audio Technology Class Bingo Book Club Forever Young Dance Club Golden Valley Chorus Home Buyer Workshop Johnny & Kelly Karaoke with Clovis King MoPride Bingo Name That Tune Open Mic at the Goat Poetry Reading Simple as ABP Successful Thinkers Mtg Tango Lessons Tiki Tuesday Toastmaster Supper Club Trivia Tuesday Turlock Seniors Dance Two Tuesday Comedy Virtual Reality August 15th 80s night/DJ Gully Alice Cooper Baby Blocks Black Sheep Ink Art Class Creole Jazz Kings Cruise In Car Show Free QiGong Class Harry Potter Alliance Horseshoe tournament In One Accord Karaoke Karaoke Wednesdays Karaoke with DJ Mark Neil Buettner Phast Forward Youth Group Riverbank Golden Ages Unity Tai Ji Qi Gong Wine Down Wednesday August 16th Audio Technology Class Bonnie & The Boys Out Back Casanova’s Night Club College Night Comedy Open Mic Dave Dow & friends Jam

Gallo Center for the Arts Caffe Blossom, Twain Harte West Side Theatre, Newman Oakdale Bike Shop Urbano Bistro, Modesto Merced Theatre CR2 Bar, Modesto The Boardroom, Modesto Turlock Carnegie Turlock Ralston’s Goat Rivi’s, Oakdale IOOF Lodge, Hughson Crocodiles Nightclub Skewers, Modesto Adventist Church, Modesto Surla’s, Modesto First Presbyterian, Columbia Eagles Hall, Modesto Stewart & Jasper, Modesto CR2 Bar, Modesto 295 Cherry Lane, Manteca Graceada Park, Modesto Gallo Center for the Arts Deva Cafe, J St, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto Denny’s, McHenry, Modesto Crocodile’s, Modesto Odd Fellows Hall, Hughson VFW Hall, Modesto Barkin Dog Grill, Modesto CR2 Bar, Modesto P. Wexford’s, Modesto Sutter Gould, McHenry, Modesto Urbano Bistro, Modesto Shooters Pub, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto Modesto Sound, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Salida Public Library Modesto Senior Center Mancini Hall, Modesto Salida Public Library Rivets Modesto CR2 Bar, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Twisted Pig, Modesto Ralston’s Goat, Modesto Barkin Dog Grill Modesto CVPC, Modesto Round Table, McHenry, Modesto Urbano Bistro, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Denny’s, McHenry, Modesto P. Wexford’s, Modesto 11914 Cahill St, Turlock St Stan’s, Modesto Salida Public Library Boardroom, Modesto Jackson Rancheria Modesto Public Library Queen Bean, Modesto Shooter’s Pub & Grill Velvet Creamery, Modesto NTouch, Modesto Salida Public Libary Shively’s Bar, Oakdale Strings, Turlock Ridgway’s, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto The Bayou Grill, Modesto P. Wexfords Modesto CVPC, Modesto 3600Santa Fe St, Riverbank First United Methodist, Modesto Redwood Café, Modesto Modesto Sound, Modesto Modesto Vet Center Crocodile’s, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Francesca’s, Patterson Barkin Dog Grill, Modesto

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Downtown Modesto

Between H & I Streets on 15th near the Library. Thurs & Sat 7 am - 1 pm (March through December)

Kaiser Medical Center

Modesto: 4601 Dale Rd Thurs 8 am - 2 pm (Year Round)

Hughson Certified Farmer’s Market

Sats 5 pm - 8 pm Downtown Hughson (June through August)

Turlock Center & Main St,

Sats 8 am - 1 pm (May through

October)

Downtown Oakdale Weds 5:00 - 8:30 pm (June through August)

Patterson Farmer’s Market

Weds 4 pm - 8 pm True Value Parking Plaza Sats 9 am - 1 pm Downtown Patterson (May through October)

Turlock’s Original Certified Farmers Market Saturdays 8 am- 1 pm Stanislaus County Fairgrounds

Modesto View Wins Gold HERMES Creative Awards!

We are so very honored that ModestoView Magazine has won Gold at the annual HERMES Awards for 5 years in a row. It is so very exciting that our locally produced magazine with a mission to “Serve Civic Pride Daily” took top national honors.

Thanks to all of our ViewCrew writers and to the amazing design duo of Peter Grimaldi and Photo Artist Michael J Mangano for these amazing creative skills. .

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Farmer’s Market Geeks Who Drink Gold Rush Comedy Green Team Educational Mtg Johnny & Kelly Karaoke Koala & the Golden Boy Live Band Karaoke Live Music LOTR: The Two Towers Sandy Maule Senior Day Dance Third Thursday Art Walk TNT Open Mic Under the Umbrella Us4Love Whiskey Dawn August 17th Acoustic Music Bill Clifton’s Chicken & Whiskey Bobby Zoppi & The Corduroys Bringing Veterans Together Brodie Stewart Band Cars 3 Cesar Millan Live Cloak & Swagger Crimson Guardian, KDN DJ Invisible DJ Tease EDM Revolution Friday Night Out Graves & the Bad Weather Hughson Farmers Market Irish Cultural Society Jim Anderson & the Rebels Johnny & Kelly Karaoke with DJ Mark MPA Jekyll & Hyde Music for the Soul Music in the Plaza Neil Buettner Oakdale Community Band Open Mic Remedy Rubber Lizard/Casadores Tea & Tarot Teens Rockin’ Jump The Weekend Dance Party Thunder Road Two Tone Steiny Valley Fire VFW Friday Night Dinners Women of Love Ministries August 18th Angel’s Camp Song Posse B/C Morning Ride Blues Jam Chilled Out Saturdays Davis Class of 88 Reunion DJ Invisible Drum Circle Ernie Bucio Little Big Band Farmer’s Market Folk Dancing Lessons Fresh Fusebox-AC/DC Gaymers Night Gold Rush Comedy Isles/El Guapo Jordan Waters Kenny Frye Band Live Music Saturdays Los Principiantes del Son MCW Band Meet the authors MPA Jekyll & Hyde Saturday Easy D Ride Secret Saturdays Sexy Saturdays Smokey Robinson Snellings River Music Fest Spirit Fest Squadron 50 Open House StocktonCon The Swon Brothers The Vibe Tim McCaffrey & Columbia Soul

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Modesto Library St. Stan’s, Modesto Winters Tavern, Sonora Kirk Lindsey Center #102, Modesto P. Wexford’s, Modesto Ridgway’s, Modesto Still Smoking, Modesto Ralston’s Goat, Modesto Surla’s, Moesto The State Theatre, Modesto The Fruit Yard, Modesto Stanislaus Veterans Center Downtown Modesto Shooters Pub, Modesto CVPC, Modesto Tresetti’s, Modesto Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne Queen Bean, Modesto Valley Brewing, Stockton Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne Stanislaus Veterans Center The Udder Place, Turlock Graceada Park, Modesto Gallo Center for the Arts Ralston’s Goat, Modesto The Other Place, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Boardroom, Modesto Shooters Pub, Modesto Rube Boesch, Turlock Winters Tavern, Sonora Downtown Hughson Denny’s, McHenry, Modesto Fruit Yard, Modesto Rivets Modesto The Bayou Grill, Modesto Gallo Center for the Arts Urbano Bistro, Modesto 10th Street Plaza, Modesto SpeakEasy, Modesto Dorada Park, Oakdale Rawhide Saloon, Jamestown The Grand Cru, Turlock Deva Cafe, Modesto CVPC, Modesto Rockin’ Jump, Modesto Crocodiles Nightclub The Tilted Turtle, Modesto Hotel Leger, Mokelumne Rivets Grill, Modesto VFW Hall, Modesto Clarion Inn, Modesto Angels Camp Oakdale Bicycle Shop Garlic Brothers, Stockton Shooters Modesto Ralston’s Goat, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Deva Cafe, Modesto Barkin Dog Grill, Modesto Modesto Public Library Carnegie Arts Center. Turlock Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne West Side Theatre, Newman CVPC, Modesto Winters Tavern, Sonora Winters Tavern, Sonora Rivi’s, Oakdale The Udder Place, Turlock Mile Wine, Stockton Urbano Bistro, Modesto SURLAS’s, Modesto Barnes & Noble, Modesto Gallo Center for the Arts Oakdale Bike Shop CR2 Bar, Modesto The Boardroom, Modesto Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne Snellings Ranch, Snelling Stanislaus County Fair 700 Tioga Dr, Modesto Stockton Arena Gallo Center for the Arts Ralston’s Goat, Modesto Caffe Blossom, Twain Harte

Turlock Farmers Market UGU Youth Group Weekend Dance Party August 19th 21st Annual Turlock Swap Carousel Champagne Brunch Buffet Creedence Clearwater Revisited Doug, Marirose & Patty Euro Sunday Car Club FOE Breakfast Humanist’s Coffee Klatch Joan Jett Karaoke with Clovis King Modesto Jazz Society Jam Momma T & Shakey Grounds MPA Jekyll & Hyde Open Mic Night Ramon Ayala Seniors Club Breakfast Shad Harris StocktonCon The Big Mix VFW Breakfast August 20th Karaoke with Clovis King LGBQ Bowling Night Open Mic Overreaters Anonymous Paint Night Poker Night ToastMasters Meeting August 21st Acoustic Jam Anthony K Comedy Night Art Group Audio Technology Class Caregiver Coffee Break Forever Young Dance Club Genealogical Society y Geneological Society Golden Valley Chorus Hotel Transylvania Johnny & Kelly Karaoke with Clovis King Name That Tune Open Mic Poetry Reading Successful Thinkers Mtg Tango Lessons Tiki Tuesday Toastmaster Supper Club Trivia Tuesday Turlock Seniors Dance World Music Jam 2 August 22nd 80s night/DJ Gully Big Earl’s Blues Jam Black Sheep Ink Art Class Creole Jazz Kings Cruise In Car Show Free QiGong Class Horseshoe tournament In One Accord Karaoke Karaoke Wednesdays Karaoke with DJ Mark Lunch Hour Meditation Neil Buettner Open Mic Paint with Kate Riverbank Golden Ages Unity Tai Ji Qi Gong Wine Down Wednesday’ August 23rd Audio Technology Class Bonnie & The Boys Out Back California Creedence Casanova’s Night Club College Night Critical Mass Bike Ride David Dow and friends Jam Farmer’s Market Johnny & Kelly Karaoke Live Music LOTR: The Return of the King Salsa Class Sandy Maule Senior Day Dance TNT Open Mic

Turlock CVPC, Modesto Crocodiles, Modesto Stanislaus County Fair The State Theatre, Modesto Surla’s, Modesto Ironstone Amphitheatre, Murphys Deva Cafe, Modesto Village Baking, Modesto Eagles Hall, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto Jackson Rancheria, Jackson CR2 Bar, Modesto Shooters Pub, Modesto Hotel Leger, Mokelumne Hill Gallo Center for the Arts Queen Bean, Modesto Gallo Center for the Arts Denny’s, McHenry, Modesto Ralston’s Goat, Modesto Stockton Arena Crocodile’s, Modesto VFW Hall, Modesto CR2 Bar, Modesto McHenry Bowl, Modesto P. Wexford’s, Modesto Sutter Gould, McHenry, Modesto Urbano Bistro, Modesto Shooters Pub, Modesto 200 W. Roseburg Ave, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto Cheroot Lounge, Modesto CVPC, Modesto Modesto Sound, Modesto Hospice, Modesto Modesto Senior Center Trinity Presbyterian, Modesto Trinity Presbyterian, Modesto Mancini Hall, Modesto Salisa Public Library Rivets Modesto CR2 Bar, Modesto Twisted Pig, Modesto Ralston’s Goat, Modesto Barkin Dog Grill Modesto Round Table, McHenry Modesto Urbano Bistro, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Denny’s McHenry, Modesto P. Wexford’s, Modesto 11914 Cahill St, Turlock Barkin Dog Grill, Modesto Boardroom, Modesto St Stan’s, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto Shooter’s Pub & Grill Velvet Creamery, Modesto NTouch, Modesto Shively’s Bar, Oakdale Strings, Turlock Ridgway’s, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto The Bayou Grill, Modesto Intrinsic Elements, Modesto P. Wexfords Modesto Cow Track, Oakdale Barkin Dog Grill, Modesto 3600Santa Fe St, Riverbank First United Methodist, Modesto Redwood Café, Modesto Modesto Sound, Modesto Modesto Vet Center Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne Crocodile’s, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Graceada Park, Modesto Barkin Dog Grill, Modesto Modesto Library P. Wexford’s, Modesto Ridgway’s, Modesto Surla’s, Moesto The State Theatre, Modesto The Grand Cru, Turlock The Fruit Yard, Modesto Stanislaus Veterans Center Shooters Pub, Modesto

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Tween Book Club UGU Friends & Family Valley Fire August 24th Acoustic Music Amy Grant Bringing Veterans Together CallBox Cloak & Swagger Corupted Morals DJ Invisible DJ Tease Emoji Movie Fair Food Friday Game Night & Pot Luck Gary Gervase & Kickstart Blues Got Talent Hughson Farmers Market Humanists Karaoke Night Jim Anderson & the Rebels Johnny & Kelly Karaoke with DJ Mark Live Music Music in the Plaza Neil Buettner Open Mic Puzzle Rob Hill Band Soul Fest Stepback 90’s Party Teens Rockin’ Jump The Grateful Band Therapy Friday Thunder Road Uptown Funk VFW Friday Night Dinners Weekend Dance Party August 25th Alex Lucero/Live Again Aloha Hawaii Live Angel’s Camp Song Posse Antsy McClain Arizona Jones Art at the Bean B/C Morning Ride Bikes & Blues for Shoes Blu’cidity Blues Jam Chilled Out Saturdays Chris Doud Comedy Showcase DJ Invisible DJ Spryte Farmer’s Market Folk Dancing Lessons Gay Men Over 40 Kolony Live Music Live Music Saturdays Saturday Easy D Ride Secret Saturdays Sexy Saturdays Stockton Pride Festival Summer Funnies Thugdork Comedy Allstars Tony Roberts Turlock Farmers Market Valley Fire Weekend Dance Party Y&T August 26th Champagne Brunch Buffet Delta Wires Elvis Tribute Elvis Tribute FOE Breakfast Karaoke with Clovis King Manteca Senior Dance Mattea Overstreet Queen Bean Open Mic Night Senior Dance & Potluck Seniors Club Breakfast Stanislaus Humanists Brunch The Big Mix The Grateful Band VFW Breakfast August 27th Acoustic Open Mic Big Earl & Cryin’ Shame Karaoke with Clovis King Open Mic

Salida Public Libary CVPC, Modesto O’Brian’s Tavern, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto The Fruit Yard, Modesto Stanislaus Veterans Center The Grand Cru, Turlock Dorada Park, Oakdale Winters Tavern, Sonora Tiki Lounge, Modesto Boardroom, Modesto Graceada Park, Modesto Stanislaus Veterans Center CVPC, Modesto Barkin Dog Grill, Modesto West Modesto Collaborative Downtown Hughson Torii’s, Modesto Fruit Yard, Modesto Rivets Modesto The Bayou Grill, Modesto The Udder Place, Turlock 10th Street Plaza, Modesto SpeakEasy, Modesto Rawhide Saloon, Jamestown The State Theatre, Modesto Ralston’s Goat, Modesto The Post Restaurant, Modesto Urbano Bistro, Modesto Rockin’ Jump, Modesto Columbia Nursery, Sonora Shooters Pub, Modesto The Tilted Turtle, Modesto Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne VFW Hall, Modesto Crocodiles, Modesto The State Theatre, Modesto Gallo Center for the Arts Angels Camp West Side Theatre, Newman Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne Queen Bean, Modesto Oakdale Bicycle Shop Mitchell’s Modesto Rivi’s Oakdale Garlic Brothers, Stockton Shooters Modesto Caffe Blossom, Twain Harte Francesca’s, Patterson Tiki Lounge, Modesto The Boardroom, Modesto Modesto Public Library Carnegie Arts Center. Turlock CVPC, Modesto Ralston’s Goat, Modesto The Udder Place, Turlock Mile Wine, Stockton Oakdale Bike Shop CR2 Bar, Modesto The Boardroom, Modesto Weber Point, Stockton St Stan’s, Modesto Stockton Arena Bob Hope Theatre Turlock Donoby’s, Modesto Crocodiles, Modesto Merced Theatre Surla’s, Modesto Hotel Leger, Mokelumne Hill The Gaslight, Denair Valley Brew, Stockton Eagles Hall, Modesto CR2 Bar, Modesto 295 Cherry Lane, Manteca Deva Cafe, J St, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto 2307 Fourth St, Hughson Denny’s, McHenry, Modesto Panera Bread, Turlock Crocodile’s, Modesto Columbia Nursery, Sonora VFW Hall, Modesto The Boardroom, Modesto Hotel Leger, Mokelumne Hill CR2 Bar, Modesto P. Wexford’s, Modesto

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Overreaters Anonymous Paint Night Poker Night Snailmate August 28th Acoustic Jam Audio Technology Class Bingo Forever Young Dance Club Golden Valley Chorus Johnny & Kelly Karaoke with Clovis King Name That Tune Open Mic at the Goat Self Care Group Successful Thinkers Mtg Tango Lessons Taste of Oakdale Tiki Tuesday Toastmaster Supper Club Trivia Tuesday Turlock Seniors Dance Wedding Pro Mixer August 29th 80s night/DJ Gully Black Sheep Ink Art Class Country Swing Dance Creole Jazz Kings Cruise In Car Show Free QiGong Class Horseshoe tournament In One Accord Karaoke Karaoke Wednesdays Karaoke with DJ Mark Neil Buettner Riverbank Golden Ages Unity Tai Ji Qi Gong Wine Down Wednesday’ August 30th Audio Technology Class Bonnie & The Boys Out Back Casanova’s Night Club College Night David Dow & friends Jam Farmer’s Market Geeks Who Drink Harvest Gold Johnny & Kelly Karaoke Ladies on the Link Live Music MJ Live Salsa Class Sandy Maule Senior Day Dance Strawberry Music Festival TNT Open Mic August 31st Acoustic Music Blade Runner Band Book Club Bringing Veterans Together Despicable Me 3 DJ Invisible DJ Tease EDM Revolution Hughson Farmers Market Jim Anderson & the Rebels Johnny & Kelly Karaoke with DJ Mark Mark Macsenti & The Taillights Music for the Soul Music in the Plaza Neil Buettner Night Moves Open Mic Poorhouse Trio Secret History of Hollywood Southern Fried Chicks Sticks & Stones Stone Temple Pilot/Bush Strawberry Music Festival Teens Rockin’ Jump The Hajj/Stigmurder The Weekend Dance Party Thunder Road Valley Fire VFW Friday Night Dinners

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Queen Bean, Modesto Modesto Sound, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Modesto Senior Center Mancini Hall, Modesto Rivets Modesto CR2 Bar, Modesto Twisted Pig, Modesto Ralston’s Goat, Modesto CVPC, Modesto Round Table, McHenry Modesto Urbano Bistro, Modesto Oakdale Chamber of Commerce Tiki Lounge, Modesto Denny’s McHenry Avenue P. Wexford’s, Modesto 11914 Cahill St, Turlock DoubleTree, Modesto Boardroom, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto The Udder Place, Turlock Shooter’s Pub & Grill Velvet Creamery, Modesto NTouch, Modesto Shively’s Bar, Oakdale Strings, Turlock Ridgway’s, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto The Bayou Grill, Modesto P. Wexfords Modesto 3600Santa Fe St, Riverbank First United Methodist, Modesto Redwood Café, Modesto Modesto Sound, Modesto Modesto Vet Center Crocodile’s, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Barkin Dog Grill, Modesto Modesto Public Library St Stan’s Modesto Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne P. Wexford’s, Modesto Ridgway’s, Modesto Del Rio Country Club, Modesto Surla’s, Moesto Gallo Center for the Arts The Grand Cru, Turlock The Fruit Yard, Modesto Stanislaus Veterans Center Westside Event Grounds, Tuolumne Shooters Pub, Modesto Queen Bean, Modesto Barkin Dog Grill, Modesto The State Theatre, Modesto Stanislaus Veterans Center Graceada Park, Modesto Tiki Lounge, Modesto Boardroom, Modesto Shooters Pub, Modesto Downtown Hughson Fruit Yard, Modesto Rivets Modesto The Bayou Grill, Modesto Dorada Park, Oakdale Urbano Bistro, Modesto 10th Street Plaza, Modesto SpeakEasy Lounge, Modesto Black Oak Casino, Tuolumne Rawhide Saloon, Jamestown Turlock Country Club The State Theatre, Modesto Gallo Center for the Arts Ralston’s Goat, Modesto Ironstone Amphitheatre, Murphys Westside Event Grounds, Tuolumne Rockin’ Jump, Modesto Winters Tavern, Sonora Crocodiles, Modesot The Tilted Turtle, Modesto The Udder Place, Turlock VFW Hall, Modesto

AUGUST BLUES 2018 3rd Rob Hill Band at West Side Theater in Newman 4th Gary Gervase and Kickstart Blues Pine Mountain Lake Resort - 8;00 to midnight 4th Tony and the Tuff Times at Club Mercedes in Merced 5th Roharpo the Bluesman at the Hotel Ledger in Moke Hill 10th Blues and Brews Festival at Hutchins Street Square in Lodi feat, Shad Harris and the Groovinators, Jeramy Norris and the Dangerous Mood, The Blues Mechanix and Todd Morgan and the Emblems 6pm 12th Gary Gervase and Kickstart Blues at Stewart & Jasper’s in Mchenry Village - Alzheimer’s fundraiser 4-6 12th Bourbon Street Blues Band at Barkin’ Dog 17th Two-Tone Steiny & the Cadillacs at the Hotel Ledger in Moke Hill 17th Bill Clifton’s Chicken and Whiskey Band at Valley Brewing in Stockton 17th Jeramy Norris and the Dangerous Mood at the Iron Door Saloon in Groveland 19th Momma T & the Shaky Ground Band at the Hotel Ledger in Moke Hill 22th Big Earl’s Blues Jam at St. Stan’s in Modesto 8pm 24th Gary Gervase and Kickstart Blues Barkin Dog 24th Rob Hill Band at Ralston’s Goat 9pm 25th Bikes and Blues for Shoes Mitchell’s Harley 10-2:00 featuring Patty Castillo Davis Band and Gary Gervase and Kickstart Blues 26th Delta Wires at the Hotel Ledger in Moke Hill 27th Big Earl and the Cryin’ Shame at the Hotel Ledger in Moke Hill 31st Poorhouse Trio at the Turlock Country Club Every Thursday David Dow Hosts and Open Jam at Barking Dog and Jeramy Norris Hosts a Blues Jam at the Garlic Brothers in Stockton Every Sunday at the Drytown Club is the Doghouse Blues Band 5pm

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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.

Open Late!

MUSIC IN THE PLAZA

So far this year’s Music in the Plaza has had consistently great crowds, and we have seen some of the area’s best musicians performing every Friday in Downtown Modesto.

Even with the heat of July and the Fair we still had nice crowds out enjoying the music in the air.

7PM- 9PM • 10th Street Plaza August should not be any difFRIDAYS - Downtown Modesto ferent especially with the artists August 3rd scheduled to perform. Kicking off Tongue & Groove the month on the 3rd is Tongue August 10th & Groove, and they play anything Cartel Band from classic rock to current Top August 17th Bluesbox Bayou Band 40, anything to get you dancing.

August 24th We will keep the groove going on the 10th with the Cartel Band; they Josh Rosenblum Band August 31st are an R&B/Soul band that always Rockin’ Rick & the Rhythm Wranglers gets the crowd moving. Last year the Blues Box Bayou Band were a crowd favorite with their upbeat Cajun sound, and we expect them to have your feet tapping and your hips shaking on the 17th. August 24th you will not want to miss the Josh Rosenblum Band, Josh has moved to Southern California but is coming back up for one night only, playing originals and hits from the last few decades. Ending out the month on Friday the 31st, is our very own heralds of Rockabilly, Rockin’ Rick and the Rhythm Wranglers. These cats have been tearing up the area for several years now and we are thrilled to have them at Music in the Plaza.

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Downtown Modesto is the place to be late Thursday, Friday and Satur10TH day nights. There is live mu- STREET PLAZA • MODESTO CA sic every night of the week in one of our great clubs or restaurants. After the show, stop and enjoy a nightcap.

Parking

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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!

Try a Cab - It’s getting easier to catch a cab, both to LIVE BAND KARAOKE - AUGUST 16th YouPLAZA have always wanted to be the singer in a rock and roll downtown and home from downtown. Why deal with 10TH STREET • MODESTO band right?

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and they can watch and cheer you on while you take the stage. You need to be at the Ralston’s Goat on August 16 from 8-11 pm and you can be Steven Tyler, Billy Idol, Debbie Harry, Janis Joplin or even Joan Jett. It’s free to sing, just support the Goat and buy food and drink.

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GO DOWNTOWN MODESTO - OPEN MIC NIGHT

Traditionally Open Mics have served to be both an incubator for performers of all style and an opportunity for established performers to try out new material. Most open mics will have an established artist(many of which got their start on the same stage) hosts or close out the show.

Are you looking to get a little stage time or just see some new acts on a small stage? If so you have several options from the Queen Bean every Sunday nights at 7 pm and P Wexford’s every Monday at 8 pm. A few newer ones include Tuesday nights at Ralston’s Goat and Thursday at Shooters Pub both at 8 pm. The Cowtrack which used to host a weekly open mic is once again hosting, for now, every other Wednesday, the 5th and 19th this month. The second Tuesday of each month you can practice your comedy chops at St Stan’s and last Thursday every month at the Outpost Saloon in Waterford. So why not grab that guitar or dust off your banjo and hop on stage, who knows you might be the next MAMA winner.

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