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EDITOR’S NOTE I found out long ago It’s a long way down the holiday road Holiday road Holiday road Jack be nimble, Jack be quick Take a ride on the West Coast kick Holiday road Holiday road…

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ummer is here and the open road is calling our names. The Current team is experiencing wanderlust, so this month we are venturing beyond San Joaquin County and exploring some of the adventures that can be had without traveling too far from home.

Climbing in the treetops above the mountains, scuba adventures under the sea, and even an African-style safari are all just a hop, skip, and a jump away. There is so much to do right here in Northern California that you just may decide to skip the expensive travel plans this year and opt to venture near.

Did someone say road trip?

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CONGRATULATIONS to our Kid’s Cover Contest Winner Catherine Blower, age 11 of Stockton.

Catherine created her winning cover design at The Current’s Kids Art Booth at The StockMarket on April 15th.

Come visit our booth at The StockMarket every 3rd Saturday of the month thru September for more kids art projects!

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SONOMA Safari West

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n the Sonoma County Serengeti, zebras, giraffes, and antelope roam the Santa Rosa hillsides.

This is Safari West, a private wildlife preserve located in the heart of California’s wine country. The park showcases more than 90 different species of exotic animals, which include mammals, birds, and reptiles.

It’s one of six private facilities in North America to be accredited by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association. Along with safari tours, the park features the Savanna BBQ Grill, luxury tent cabins for overnight stays, and conservation workshops, projects and internships.

USA Today ranked the world-class destination as one of the top 10 safari parks

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in the U.S. in 2017. Sunset magazine also recognized it as the number one family fun destination in the West. In addition, Safari West has also welcomed documentarians from Animal Planet.

entertaining), and speak passionately about conservation and the park’s efforts.

They take travelers mere feet from wildlife – so close, you might even get giraffe drool on you!

At about 2.5 hours from Stockton, and 15 minutes from downtown Santa Rosa, it’s a Northern Cali gem, and sort of a well-kept secret – perfect for day or weekend trips.

There are multiple ways to experience Safari West year-round, but perhaps the

The park is first and foremost an African wildlife preserve and tent camp, which sits on a 400-acre property. It’s home to more than 900 animals, and employs 150 staff members. It’s also home to its founders, Peter and Nancy Lang, who opened the park in 1993, and continue to emphasize education and conservation through the park’s excursions.

Safari We s t ’s compendium of animals includes species that are extinct in the wild, threatened, endangered or critically endangered, such as the scimitarhorned oryx, black and white ringed ruffed lemur, and cheetah. The staff works with global organizations such as the Cheetah Conservation Fund, and The Giraffe Conservation Foundation.

Southern white rhinos, Cape buffalo, striped hyena, blue wildebeests, and De Brazza’s monkeys are some of the other animals to admire throughout the property.

The aviary hosts approximately 35 species of birds, such as the hammerkop and the waldrapp ibis. Other species seen throughout the property include flamingos, guinea fowl, and ostriches.

sometimes discounted) pricing.

The tents, sourced from South Africa, are what seal the deal for authenticity.

Canvas walls and netted windows mean the sights and sounds from the Serengeti serenade guests to sleep. You might wake in a dreamlike state, as the morning views will surely make you question whether you’re still in California. Plus, a continental breakfast will have you ready to explore!

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best is to stay overnight. More than 30 tent cabins are located on the property, which provide impeccable views of wildlife and water. The ‘glamping’ (glamour-camping) style accommodation includes hardwood floors, beds, and private bathrooms with toilets and showers.

Safari West also offers special packages – such as a romance package or guy’s or gal’s getaways – with seasonal (and

the Savannah BBQ Grill is especially recommended. The staff is happy to accommodate any dietary needs as well, which is always a perk when traveling.

Meals won’t disappoint, and neither will the views from the grill’s patio – especially if you order a glass of wine, beer or cider to enjoy with the sunset.  For more information, visit SafariWest.com where you can find all the details about animals, accommodation and tour times!

The park participates in breeding programs.

Every year, nearly 100 babies are born on the grounds (including a giraffe this spring)!

To get the full, u n p a r a l l e l e d experience, a safari tour is necessary. Tours last anywhere from 2-3 hours, and encompass a guided walking and a jeep tour.

Guides are incredibly knowledgeable (and

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Culture, cuisine and creative genius – all found in Stockton

by Charleen Earley

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id you know Stockton averages 1800 visitors a day? The seven-member team at Visit Stockton knows this firsthand, and is doing everything they can to make that visit not only a memorable experience, but a constant one, spanning decades.

Founded in 1979 as a nonprofit organization, Visit Stockton is the official destination marketing organization for Stockton, CA, with a mission to increase awareness and enhance the image of the city’s diverse, historical and recreational assets.

“Our primary focus is on our drive market – people living within 100 miles of Stockton,” said Robyn Cheshire, director of marketing and communications for Visit Stockton. “Thanks to the tremendous effort by our sports & tourism department, we were successful in hosting the 2017 NCAA DI Women’s Basketball Stockton Regional in March.”

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“It brought thousands of people to Stockton and drew national media coverage,” she added.

Stockton happens to be central to remarkable California destinations, which makes it the perfect place for visitors to take in all the Central Valley has to offer.

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“We meet people who have traveled many miles to attend our food festivals, cultural celebrations and artistic performances,” said Robyn. “These events highlight the diversity of Stockton has enjoyed since its founding, and are some of the things we are best known for.”

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Prior to working for Visit Stockton, Robyn worked for the University of the Pacific Conservatory of Music for nine years, and before that, The Grupe Company and Caroline Photography – both well-established Stockton businesses.

“The most notable attractions in Stockton are the Haggin Museum, Pixie Woods Amusement Park, the Stockton Cambodian Buddhist Temple and the Children’s Museum of Stockton,” Robyn added. “These are great family-friendly places to spend your time while visiting Stockton.”

Launched mid-May is Visit Stockton’s Stockton Savings Pass – a mobile coupon system that offers deals and discounts to

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local restaurants, pubs and attractions.

It costs $30 for a one-year pass.

lumpia at Red Orchid or Best Lumpia reminds me of her.”

“It gives them access to daily, weekly, monthly and yearly deals from their favorite businesses,” said Robyn.

Funded in partnership with local hotel properties through the Stockton Tourism Business Improvement District, with Wes Rhea, Chief Executive Officer of Visit Stockton, Robyn gives several reasons why tourists should visit.

By using one click on a smart phone, Robyn said redeeming coupons is easy.

“It’s free for businesses to participate, and the money Visit Stockton takes in for selling the pass goes back into marketing the program,” added Robyn.

“And for every pass sold, Visit Stockton makes a charitable donation to a local non-profit. Customers direct the donation to a cause of their choice – homelessness, food insecurity, foster youth, animal rescue, or the United Way.”

“There is more to Stockton than what you might expect,” said Robyn. “We are a city full of fun events, creative genius, dedicated residents, diverse cuisine, strong cultural heritage and so much more.” ❖ For more information visit www.visitstockton.org

Robyn, who grew up in Stockton, is dedicated to her hometown for a reason.

“I love the people of Stockton – and the food,” she said. “I’ve met a lot of amazing people in this city. I’m thankful I grew up here because it taught me to appreciate different cultures and lifestyles.”

Her first-grade teacher was from the Philippines.

“She taught me and my parents how to make lumpia,” she said. “Now eating

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Pageo Lavender Farms 11573 Golf Road Turlock, CA 95380 209-632-5052 Gift shop hours of operation: Wednesday through Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., unless otherwise noted.

History: This family owned and operated 10-acre farm was purchased twenty years ago. In 2007, fields of lavender were planted for harvesting. All lavender is harvested by hand, with no machines to help.

Guests are welcomed to bring friends and family and enjoy a bottle of wine while enjoying the surrounding scenery.

The experience is peaceful, serene, and ambient.

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At Pageo, something is always being celebrated, ranging from baby showers to birthdays to weddings. Over 350 weddings have been hosted on the farm since 2007, between the months of March and November.

Pageo is proud to be making history in the Turlock area. Anyone who visits is appreciated, thanked, and served by the founding family! Truly a wonderful experience to have for all ages!

Regular activities: Lavender Lunches: served at the farm featuring lavender grown on-site. Lavender is incorporated into cheeses and balsamic vinegars. (Call to pre-order lunches – ready when you arrive.)

The Pageo Gift shop gives visitors the chance to take home products that incorporate

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the farm’s lavender. This is a very popular feature of the farm, with dozens of household and lavender gift items.

Weddings + events: Call to speak to someone regarding booking an event on the farm. Simply come walk the grounds and see why so many people make Pageo a regular visit for their family.

Jessop Farms 21386 S. Murphy Road Ripon, CA 95366 209-824-0341 Hours of operation: 8 to 4 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Open May 13 through the end of June.

Always closed on Sundays.

Regular activities: • U Pick Blueberries $3.50/lb •

U Pick Cherries $3.75/lb

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Pesticide-free produce. Fruits are charged per pound, but there is no charge for visiting! (Almonds grown and sold as well).

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Summer special events: Memorial Day weekend (Saturday and Monday): Blueberry pancake breakfast.

Donations only, which will go toward a scholarship for a local high school student.

Regular Activities: • Gem Stone Mining •

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Geode cracking (popular activity!)

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Zip lining (regular and tandem)

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Walking tour of the cavern (adults $17.50; ages 3 to 12 $9.50)

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Outdoor climbing tour ($5 for 2 climbs)

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Adventure trip – depending on weather.

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Summer special events: Check caverntours.com for promotions.

Micke Grove Zoo & Park

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Hours of operation: Open every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (except Christmas)

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San Joaquin County Historical Society Museum – Adults $5; ages 13-17 $4; 6-12 $2; 6 and under are free

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Petting zoo “critter corral” 11 to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, May 6 to August 27

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FunTown (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) $2 per ticket • $18 all-day wristband

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Movies in the Zoo (free with zoo admission) June 10 – Sing, July 8 – Jungle Book, August 19 – Zootopia

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Summer special events: • Micke Grove Zoo Summer Camp (ages 6 to 11) Open Monday to Friday 9 to 12 p.m., June 19 through July 17, except for the week of July 4!

Fun activities in the zoo, park & education room $110 per week per child (member) $125 per week per child (non member)

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mountainAir Mount Hermon Adventures

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or some seriously scenic sights and American Ninja Warrior-like challenges through the forest, head to the Santa Cruz Mountains to experience the redwoods up close.

The Destination:

Mount Hermon Adventures is located seven miles outside Santa Cruz in Felton, California, and offers escapades that are both scenic and exhilarating.

It was established more than 100 years ago as one of the first Christian camps west of the Mississippi River. Now, the Mount Hermon Association consists of three distinguished camp and conference centers in the Santa Cruz Mountains, as well as a site in Northern California.

Starting in 2008, Mount Hermon began to offer adventure programs to public guests, including the Redwood Canopy Tour, the Sequoia Aerial Adventure Course, and Discovery Grove.

Year-round adventures, which are highly rated in Sunset magazine and on Trip Advisor, include zip lining, team-building exercises, hiking, and adventure courses.

The tours and activities are worldrenowned. Last year, Mount Hermon Adventures received more than 25,000 guests at its roughly 15-acre property.

You don’t have to be an outdoor enthusiast to enjoy the site.

“In fact, we love getting folks out and up in the trees that have never had the opportunity to do so before,” explained Laura Messerly, adventure operations director at Mount Hermon.

The Adventures:

Obstacle courses and activities led by guides are available for various skill levels or experiences. The Sequoia Aerial Adventure course,

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for example, offers more than 30 different elements such as swing logs and cargo nets. Advanced levels include a quick jump, Messerly explained, “where our staff clip you in and you step off for a short free fall before you are slowly lowered the rest of the way to the ground.”

The course has proven popular among guests, Messerly said, but others prefer the company’s Redwood Canopy Tour, which consists of six zip lines and two rope bridges.

The canopy tour requires minimal physical ability. “We have accommodated several paraplegic guests on our Canopy Tour over the years,” said Messerly. “The oldest guest on the Canopy Tour was in their 90s!”

As one of the first canopy tours through the redwoods, Mount Hermon takes guests up to 150 feet in the air (GoPros welcome) for a roughly two-hour tour, led by certified guides. Mount Hermon’s Discovery Grove course is designed with the younger adventurer in mind.

Children as young as five can explore as long as an adult accompanies them, said Messerly.

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Team Building Exercises:

Mount Hermon’s Zayante Course is exclusively used for teambuilding exercises for groups of 20 or less. The company has welcomed corporate, school, and church groups, as well as local businesses and organizations.

The team play program, for example, is “an hour-long intentional group activity or initiative led by a skilled facilitator followed by an experience on our Sequoia Aerial Adventure, Zayante Team Course or Redwood Canopy Tour,” explained Messerly.

“We love helping teams learn and grow and challenge each other,” said Messerly.

“Just getting a group of people outside of their normal setting to have a shared experience in an intentional

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and beautiful place starts to break down barriers and create connections that can carry over into the office, the classroom, the home …” said Messerly, who added, “Putting people in a situation slightly (or sometimes highly) outside of their comfort zone creates an opportunity for them to learn more about themselves and those sharing the experience with them.”

For more info, visit:

MountHermonAdventures.com Parking comes plentiful, but guests must book their adventures in advance.

Courses can be booked for birthdays, parties, or work-related events.

The Redwood Canopy tour and Sequoia Aerial Adventure Course can be booked by individuals. Team Building programs and Discovery Grove course

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Discovery Grove is only available for use by groups of 20 or less for two hours for $500.

Zip Lining and Canopy tours typically last about two hours.

In addition to the activities mentioned above, Mount Hermon also offers overnight guests with “mountain biking, surfing, sea kayaking, target sports, aquatic facilities, paintball, skate park and more,” according to the company’s website.

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UNDERWATER WORLD Justin’s Scuba Time

By Charleen Earley

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tockton native Justin Meath started out studying communications at Chico State University, but while working in management for a security company in Sacramento, his career path plunged into deep waters.

Good thing he had scuba gear.

“He started scuba diving with one of the owners, and really found his passion,” said his mom Julie Meath. “He also found a passion for the water and water safety while on the road to achieving Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts.”

So in November of 2015, Justin, who was only 32, bought an existing scuba shop that had been closed for seven years. With the help of his mom and dad, Joe and Julie, they brought the old shop back to life with renovations and made it a family-run business called Justin’s Scuba Time.

“I try to manage the accounting, the swim school and the general schedule,” said Julie.

Justin is a full-time scuba and swim instructor, along with four part-time swim instructors. He takes groups to the Channel Islands, particularly Catalina Island off the coast of Southern California.

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“We try to arrange group trips to all kinds of different places and for all levels of divers,” said Justin. “The Channel Islands trip is for beginners, and we will be setting our dates up for 2018 trips shortly.”

Dates and scuba diving information can be found at their monthly Scuba Club meetings every first Thursday of the month at Round Table Pizza on Trinity Parkway in Stockton at 6 p.m.

Justin’s company offers Red Cross certification classes including First Aid/ CPR/AED for adults and pediatrics, Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers, lifeguard classes and classes for babysitters.

“Babysitters training covers basic lifesaving skills that enhances the young person’s ability to respond to any situation that occurs, and improves confidence,” said Julie.

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There should be no rushing when it comes to learning how to swim or scuba dive.

“People learn to swim and scuba dive at a different pace depending on their initial comfort of the water,” said Justin. “We teach individuals at the pace they need. A usual Open Water Scuba certificate program can be achieved in about six hours of classroom learning and six hours of pool time, plus four or five open water dives.”

“Learning to swim is important for safety first, fun second,” he added.

Prices vary, depending on a student’s area of focus, with group swim costing $78, private lessons at $180. Open water scuba is approximately $360, with students

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providing their own equipment, including mask, snorkel, fins, boots and gloves. His shop sells diving equipment needed.

For Justin, scuba diving is not only a passion in life; it’s his obsession.

“Scuba diving adds a whole new dimension to life!” he said. “It can become addicting. The underwater world is awesome.” 

Visit Justin’s Scuba Time at www.justinsscubatime.com

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Story and photos by Tim Viall

Take a Gold Rush tour, from Coloma south to lovely Sutter Creek, CA!

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ith a long, wet winter and spring, Sierra foothills are just now beginning to turn from lush green to golden. But it’s real gold we are after today, following the path of California’s gold discovery.

In 1846, Sacramento’s Captain John Sutter hired crews to develop saw mills and supply lumber to his burgeoning empire. One leader was James Marshall, who chose the banks of the South Fork, American river, to develop a mill at Coloma.

In January, 1848, Marshall found flecks of gold in the tailrace of the mill; despite efforts to keep the discovery quiet, news soon ignited the largest mass migration in history of people in the USA and western hemisphere to California. Prospectors built cabins and staked out claims, Chinese merchants opened shops, and the city soon had thousands of residents spread along the banks of the American.

Sutter’s Mill replica on the bank of the American River’s South Fork in Coloma.

The Marshall Gold Discovery Park offers both kids and adults a hands-on lesson in gold mining, from panning for gold to exploring the huge “California stamp.” Miners quickly realized a crude hand-held or mule-powered ‘stamp’ could crush ore into powder, which could be placer-mined for gold and silver. Eventually, huge wooden and iron water-powered stamp mills were pounding out gold-enriched ore and enriching miners.

This huge stamp mill was powered by water and used to pulverize rock into ore that could be mined.

The view down Main Street in Sutter Creek is of buildings dating to the 1850s.

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Walk through Coloma’s history and reflect on Marshall’s discovery 169 years ago. Stroll under a canopy of towering riparian oak trees, wander through two Chinese merchant buildings, past homes and shops dating to the 1850s, and see the sobering remains of the jail, crumbling away, and consider your next destination on the “Gold Rush Highway,” Hwy. 49.

Follow Hwy. 49 south 8 miles to Placerville, full of shops, galleries and restaurants, then on to Plymouth, Drytown, Amador City and finish your tour in our favorite town, Sutter Creek. These communities offer a host of motel, hotel and bed and breakfast accommodations as well as shops, galleries, restaurants, bakeries and grocery stores. june 2017

Sutter Creek’s quaint Main Street offers a shady stretch of eight blocks with a wealth of historic buildings dating from the 1850s, many of them marked by plaques offering historical anecdotes.

All are home to busy shops, galleries, restaurants and winetasting rooms. Sutter Creek Theatre, at 44 Main Street, offers a great reason to plan a visit, with a continuing series of both regional and local talent.

Schedule and tickets: SutterCreektheatre.com.

Dine at the Hotel Sutter/Bellotti Inn, opened in 1860, and one of the oldest hotels still in continuous operation in the state. Cavana’s Pub and Grub, in the 1860 Malatesta Building, is right across the street from the hotel, featuring full bar, tasty Bloody Marys and fine pub food in an airy, bright setting.

The town is lined with tasting rooms like Sierra Ridge, Uphill Vineyards and a score more along its shady streets. A favorite sweets shop, Choc-o-latte, promising “everything chocolate,” indeed offers chocolate drinks, candy and desserts. Across the street, the Sutter Creek Ice Cream Emporium offers ice cream cones and other A Bloody Mary from the Cavana’s Pub sweet treats. and Grub is a fine start to a weekend

Sutter Creek Theatre hosts a monthly series of local and regional talent in the old theatre.

Just three blocks east of Main on Eureka is the old Knight Foundry, the only waterpowered foundry in the U.S., that, until recently, was in continuous operation since 1873. Sam Knight designed the water wheel which was used worldwide, powering early hydroelectric plants throughout California, Utah, Nevada and Oregon.

How to get there: From Stockton, head east on Hwy. 12, then northeast on Hwy. 88, and north on Hwy. 49 to Coloma. Backtrack on Hwy. 49 to reach the other towns mentioned.

It’s about a 210-mile round trip, so depart early or plan an overnight along the way!  For more information: Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park at Coloma, parks.ca.gov, 530-622-3470; Sutter Creek, suttercreek.com, 209-267-1344.

Contact Tim Viall at

Author’s spouse Susan delights in ice cream from Sutter Creek Ice Cream Emporium.

tviall@msn.com; follow him at recordnet.com/travelblog.

Happy travels in your world!

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t’s that time of year when we all think of vacations and go places that are fun and relaxing. Keeping those times away from home safe and staying healthy are of utmost importance as getting sick or having accidents can really put a kink in the fun.

Prevention is a great place to start.

Really building up your immune system prior to a trip is a key ingredient to staying healthy. Eating healthy, drinking plenty of water and increasing your antioxidants can make a big difference. Taking double the normal dose of Vitamin C is always very helpful as well as it is one of the best antioxidants. If you are flying anyplace, the recycled air in the cabin of the plane can be very detrimental to your health. Breathing good quality Essential Oils prior to a

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flight can be very helpful in deterring the bacteria that abounds in those closed in spaces. And when flying it is important to stay very hydrated and move your feet, get up and walk as best you can in the plane to prevent blood clots.

Packing a natural first aid kit is also wise. Carrying with you some homeopathics that help with acute situations such as bug bites, poison ivy, nausea and bruises is very efficient support and take up a very small amount of space. There are also some wonderful Essential oils that can be helpful for aches and pains from too much walking or climbing, for indigestion, stress and antiseptics.

They also take up small amounts of space and are easy to use.

If you are having fun in the sun it is important to put on a natural sun screen and of course, just in case, take something that will ease the pain of sunburn.

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and that brings up the issue of water quality. It is always wisest to drink bottled water and preferably in glass bottles. You don’t want water in plastic jugs sitting in a hot car. Under those conditions, the plastics can leach harmful chemicals into the water.

Bringing a water filtration pitcher is a wonderful option to provide clean water for your family.

Eating healthy on the road takes some planning and forethought.

Going to a local farmers market is a great idea and packing some whole, nutritious foods, especially snacks is also a way to always have something handy that can be sure isn’t harmful.

Pack your multivitamins!!

Especially important when you don’t have the same control over your food that you have at home. More than likely you will be eating differently than you do at home so it is doubly important to take your multivitamin with you to make sure you are getting all the nutrients you need. ■

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Brannon Tire Story and photo by Charleen Earley

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e might just be the funniest store manager you ever meet, but when it comes to giving customers at Brannon Tire in Stockton top-notch service, Tom Tovar is completely serious.

Managing Brannon Tire for the last six years, the Stocktonian said they treat all their clients like family, and price their tires as if their customers were getting the employee discount.

“Brannon Tire started in 1981

by Jerry Brannon, who started out as just a regular sweeper, moved his way up to mechanic, then sales, and eventually bought Doherty Tire.

He took over the retail side first, and a year later, the service side,” said Tom. “His son and daughter, Craig and Carey Brannon, are the owners.”

As a family-run business, the tire company distributes tires throughout the valley, even as far as Mexico, to big accounts such as FedEx, University of the Pacific, school buses and garbage trucks.

They’re also on call 24/7 with the police, fire and ambulance departments.

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“I say we are the world’s largest small company!” laughed Tom. “We buy direct from Bridgestone and Goodyear, and have an exclusive with the brand Hercules. No one else in Stockton can sell them, which means we can be competitive with the big brand stores.”

Quality service with the personal touch of treating every customer like family is what keeps their clients loyal and coming back for years.

“Our philosophy is to get it right the first time and stand behind all of our work,” said Tom. “Our customers also like the family approach. Sometimes they’ll come in just to chat and tell us news about their life. We are not looking for the one-time customer.”

“Carey always says, ‘everyone gets the princess treatment!” Tom added.

With summer travel time, Tom gives tips to his customers.

“Have all your fluids checked, and air in your tires, too,” he said. “More failed tires are from improper air amount. Get your tires aligned, too. We do free tire evaluations. And don’t neglect checking your fluids, no matter how busy you are.”

Pretty much a one-stop-shop, Tom said customers are offered full service at Brannon Tire, from tires and wheel service to smog, alignment, brakes, safety checks, lowering and lift kits and more. 

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t’s no secret that Canepa’s has been doing a great job washing cars for over 60 years. But can we talk about the Gift Shop?

Early on, the Pacific Avenue site featured a convenience store area, but in 1983 Marion Canepa was inspired to expand by adding gifts and gourmet food. A boutique for customers to browse through while waiting for their car was a hit, and soon Renee Canepa Cohen received a request from her mother to move back to Stockton and help her run the gift shop.

Working in a family business means Cohen has multiple areas of responsibility, but it’s the gift shop that captures her creative abilities.

Attending out-of-state gift shows twice a year with friend Maggie and sisterin-law Darlene, Cohen’s on the hunt for unique items that haven’t been seen in town before, “We want to find different things or a new trend. Because if it’s exciting to us, it’ll be exciting to our customers,” she said.

Humorous gifts (think coffee mugs, office signs and wall prints) always catch her eye, and customer favorites include glam slippers, candles and cards. You can find a gift for just about anyone, choosing from BBQ and car items for guys, toys for kids, baby clothes, jewelry for women, home and garden goodies, and pet paraphernalia. There’s plenty for foodies, too, including soup, dip and bread mixes, jellies, olive oil, vinegars and BBQ sauce. Many are locally sourced and some available seasonally.

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Distinctive items are enhanced by their display, and Cohen uses everything at her disposal – outdoor tables and birch branches from her backyard, estate sale furniture, even the windows from her mother’s house. “I enjoy changing our displays around and creating a story with the merchandise,” she said.

It’s rare to see any business thrive for six decades, yet Canepa’s Car Wash has done just that as a family unit. Cohen and her brothers, David, Jeff and Paul currently run the business, with brother Steve recently retiring. And all 12 of the grandchildren have worked at the car wash at one time or another.

What’s the secret to their achievement? Cohen says it’s the way they were raised – to work hard, get along, and support one another. Rounding out the formula for success are loyal employees, some ranging in tenure from 25 to 35 years, plus loyal customers.

Generations of Stocktonians have been getting their cars washed at Canepa’s while enjoying a unique shopping experience. And it looks like they’ll continue to do so for a long time to come. 

Canepa’s Car Wash and Gifts 6230 Pacific Avenue • 209-478-5515

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hen Leo Kirby had an opportunity to invest in something a year ago, he chose to invest in service through cars, trucks and motorcycles, because it’s what he knows.

So in June of 2016 he bought Mike’s Tire Shop, located at 2710 E. Fremont Street, behind Country Boy’s Café, and named it Cal Tire & Autoworks.

Not an hour goes by when you don’t hear a Harley pull up to his mom-andpop shop.

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“We give extraordinary customer service – that’s number one for us,” said Leo, born and raised in San Leandro, now living in Stockton. “We go off referrals, because of our service. We check everything up and down; it’s not just about changing brakes, we also have safety in mind.”

Leo’s ride is a 2000 Road Glide Harley Davidson, touring model. He goes on bike runs with his girlfriend Taya DiBetta and their kids when he has free time – which isn’t often.

“I work 10-hour days,” said Leo, a member of the Stockton Chamber of Commerce.

Riding season for motorcyclists is here, when good weather hits, which Taya said, is the best time to come to their shop.

“It’s a good time to come in and get serviced for riding,” said Taya, office manager. “Not only do we service cars, trucks and motorcycles, but we also offer 90-day financing, no credit needed.”

She’s proud of how Leo has grown his shop from focusing on motorcycles to expand to all vehicles in just one year.

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already, and I love how we are developing and growing,” she said.

“We also have a lot of single contracts, including Forgiato rims. They are a prestigious company who can do beautiful, custom rims that can take anywhere from two to six weeks to arrive.”

Open six days a week, Monday through Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Leo said his customers get a great deal, great service, and warranties all of his work.

He gives advice to motorcyclists.

“Always check your tire pressure before riding,” he said. “And get your oil serviced every 3500 to 4500 miles.

Do your brake pads, too – I do mine every other oil change.”

Their customers come from all over the Bay Area, including Sacramento.

“We even drop-ship to customers in Georgia and Las Vegas,” said Taya.

With a background in food service, Taya said her transition to office manager was an easy one, but now she has plans to get greasy.

“I was out wrenching on one of our bikes the other day,” she said. “I want to learn how to work on bikes, and Leo is a great teacher.”

Leo, who has worked on cars his entire life, services and sells tires for all cars and trucks, and about 90% of Harley Davidsons, 20% street and offroad bikes. They sell bike accessories as well.

“We do a lot of specials, so we encourage our customers to call in to see if we have any new tires and alignment discounts, or brake and oil change specials,” said Taya. “We have the best pricing here!”

Visit them at www.caltireandautoworks.com.

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Love Q & A with James Hutchins about his new restaurant, Bento Japanese Cuisine

by Susan Michener Spracher 1. What was the inspiration to open Bento?

The inspiration for Bento comes from wanting to give people a different atmosphere and healthier, more exciting food options. I wanted to focus on entrees that leave you satisfied but not feeling overindulged.

2. Describe the menu.

The menu is simple, and offers a balanced meal.

All plates come with rice, sautéed veggies, crisp broccoli with a little sesame dressing, a bite-sized egg roll, and a choice of grilled beef, chicken, salmon, or fried prawns.

3. What unique items are on the menu?

Our famous steak kamikaze fries, which are crispy shoestring fries with fried onions, topped with thin slices of grilled rib-eye, and dressed with sour cream, garlic spicy mayo, sweet chili sauce, green onions, jalapeños, and bonito flakes.

Beef Teriyaki & Tempura Shrimp Combo

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4. What are best sellers?

Grilled chicken teriyaki plate with homemade smoky teriyaki, salmon, and sweet and sour prawns. The sautéed vegetables are often substituted for rice, and extra orders are requested most often.

5. What’s the upside of being downtown?

Seeing many people regularly. I feel a great sense of accomplishment when the same people come in 3 to 4 times in the same week.

6. What do you love about the restaurant business?

I absolutely LOVE the fact that I get to share something with people every day. Some of the greatest moments in life evolve around meals.

Sharing food that I’ve created with people is rewarding, and that doesn’t seem to fade.

7. What do you find challenging?

Getting people to look up and notice Bento is here.

Bento

Japanese Cuisine 357 E. Market Street 209-910-0309

Open for lunch Monday through Friday 11:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Closed major holidays

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hat’s the best way to ensure your summertime reading is as unforgettable as it is pleasurable?

Stockton librarian Gretchen Louden suggests asking friends – and readerfriendly librarians – about favorite books they enjoy rereading. Their old favorites might become our new favorites.

Louden’s own choice? Dorothy Sayers’ Busman’s Honeymoon. This period piece mystery features aristocratic sleuth Peter Wimsey and mystery-writing wife Harriet Vane, a just-married detective duo who can’t resist the unusual challenge of solving a murder on their honeymoon.

“I like it because it’s as much a romance novel as it is a detective story,” Louden said.

Lodi author Danna Smith cherishes Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are. A child’s relationship with his imagination is depicted here in both plot and art. “Sendak’s illustrations

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grow larger or smaller depending on the boy’s emotions,” said Smith, who also commends Ayn Rand’s Anthem for its hero’s inspirational struggle against an absolute dictatorship.

“He stands up for what he believes in, and has the courage to follow his dreams despite being hunted for his so-called crimes,” Smith said.

To Kill a Mockingbird is a must-reread for Ripon librarian Melinda Kopp.

“Each of the characters speaks and needs to be heard at different times in my life,” Kopp said.

Gretel Ehrlich’s tour of Wyoming in The Solace of Open Spaces is another Kopp favorite. “It’s about a place I love, about nature and human nature, and is powerfully written.” When she gave the book as a gift to her future husband, he told her he’d read it – and loved it.

Romance blossomed at that moment, Kopp recalled. “I knew we would be together.”

The subtle complexity of All the King’s Men and The Road Less Traveled allows avid reader David Tolliver to enjoy the material, “but it is also deep enough that I learn something different – most of the time about myself.”

Like many fantasy fans, Mountain House librarian Kathleen Buffleben enjoys revisiting the Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings series for “the characters, the adventures, the clever twists, the writer’s wonderful imagination and description of new and fascinating worlds.”

Retired librarian Mary Jo Gohlke rereads Pride and Prejudice. She’s entranced by Jane Austen’s exploration of role-playing, hidden character, and

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the snap judgments we tend to make of others. “So serene on the surface, yet so exciting beneath the veneer of utter respectability, Austen reminds us that taking the time to know the person within is of primary importance,” Gohlke said.

Stockton children’s author Linda Whalen is among many readers who savor James Herriot’s trilogy about the poignant and comical adventures of an English country veterinarian. “I love being drawn into a life and time so different from my own,” said Whalen. “The books are filled with laughter and compassion.”

Manteca librarian Marnie Constantino said she waits before rereading Herriot “to forget the things that made me laugh out loud and weep like a small child, and then I reread the series again.”

For the kids, Kopp suggests Wonder

by R.J. Palacio. “The message it sends to all ages is so very important. Be kind, be open, look inside yourself and others for the truest, best person you can be.”

Margaret Atwood’s The Robber Bride dazzles Delta College librarian Mary Weppler with its intricate storytelling and command of the English language.

“It’s exceedingly inspiring and visual, and the four characters of the book represent the many personalities that may exist in us all.”

Whatever book charms, delights and invites you to read it again, do your fellow readers a favor and share a favorite this summer. 

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by The Plea for Peace Center.

The Plea for Peace Center was a nonprofit organization that gathered volunteers and community members together, promoting local talent in the Stockton area. The indoor and outdoor event space brought people from all over the San Joaquin Valley to participate in concerts and art shows. These social events inspired artists to

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showcase their creativity and raw energy at each live show.

Last June, Ten Space unveiled The Sycamore to Stockton. The empty building had added modifications to the interior design, in order to provide an event space in the downtown Stockton area.

Colie Amen-Arellano, events director for The Sycamore, explained the process on finalizing a name for the venue, which took about three months of brainstorming to complete.

“We all threw out a lot names before settling on one that really made sense. Once we figured out the vibe we wanted for the interior, the name clicked with

the woodland feel, and local artist, Mando Perez, added the finishing touches inside,” said Amen-Arellano. “We wanted it to have an urban, industrial feel, but also a woodland vibe, with the interior cabin area.

When people come into the venue, they don’t feel like they are in Stockton, they feel like it’s something from the Bay Area. It has a different vibe.”

Indeed, it does offer a different vibe, with a full bar near the entrance and a giant moose head logo on the opposite wall, designed by Perez. The green, neon-lit hotel sign emits a hum across the room, with an open cabin set piece for people to sit and enjoy cocktails.

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The Sycamore

by Ben Sanchez Photos Courtesy Ten Space

The Sycamore is growing, and the word is spreading across small pockets in the Stockton area. In fact, the organic, grassroots efforts by the general public has projected those ideas beyond the scope of Stockton. Citizens outside of the Stockton area are interested in renting the space for wedding receptions and other special events. “I’ve had calls from Tracy, Turlock, and Modesto for people interested in renting the space for wedding receptions. I feel honored they consider us for these events. People are surprised about how big the space is on the inside. We have people coming from San

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Francisco and Los Angeles talking about the Sycamore for Symposium events,” said Amen-Arellano. She described a handful of events being held at The Sycamore including The Sycamore Social Club and Symposium.

The Symposium event invites all ages to come and engage with creative minds to promote a positive experience through art and sounds. The Sycamore Social Club is a social, interactive event, highlighting different aspects of art and culture in downtown Stockton.

Amen-Arellano emphasized collaboration with the school district to invite

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high school events downtown.

“Edison High School is the first school to have their prom at The Sycamore, and we are planning more high school events for graduates this year, “ said Amen-Arellano. Concerts and events tailored to college students are a few ideas that could happen down the road at The Sycamore. The goal is to show people in the area that events are happening in downtown Stockton. Anyone interested in booking events at The Sycamore can contact Amen-Arellano at camen@ tenspacedev.com or call 209469-2678 

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Supporting local music doesn’t stop at home

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ust about any local band’s goal is to venture out to new places and play for new audiences. That being said, they love having their friends, families, and local fans come out and support them in these venues.

Taking a short road trip can be invigorating, and the fact that you are supporting your favorite local band adds to that enjoyment. It is a win-win for everyone involved. You also might find a new watering hole or a band that you may never have known about if you didn’t hop in your car and make the drive.

Some fantastic spots that host bands from San Joaquin County are the Press Club and the Colony in Sacramento, the Water Wheel in Sonora, the Rawhide Saloon in Jamestown, and the Queen Bean and Deva Cafe in Modesto.

There are so many more, and part of the fun is discovering them for yourself.

Head down to the Stanislaus County Fair and support local artist Mondo Mariscal July 14, and while you are out there,you can catch LeAnn Rimes. Also performing at the StanCoFair on July 22 are local darlings Erin Odessa and the Wildflowers, Icarus Jones, the Polyester Wags, and Marirose and the Gypsies.

Closing out the schedule at the Fair on July 23 are youth bands from GK Music, the Royal Order, Mad Elizabeth, Movin’

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Along, and Stormfall.

Music in the Plaza in downtown Modesto is happening every Friday until the end of September and you can catch Marirose and the Gypsies June 16, and Funky Tim & the Merlots and the Washboard Monkeys on August 4 and 18, respectively.

Head to the Bay for Stockton’s favorite metal band, Symbolik. They will be doing a short tour in June, heading up to Washington and back; catch them at the Stork Club in Oakland for their June 23 tour kickoff. On June 9 catch some of Stockton’s punk stalwarts

– the Authorities, Surrogate Brains and Last Communion – at the legendary 924 Gilman in Berkeley.

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These are just a few of the many bands from the area that are regularly venturing out to new locations near and far. Make plans to do a day trip, check out some sights, do a little shopping, and end it with music and friends in new locales. The musicians will appreciate it more than you can imagine.

While you are out meeting new people, invite them back to catch some of the music in San Joaquin County. ★

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June 3

7th Annual Lodi Taco Truck Cook-Off Hale Park 209 E. Elm, Lodi 11:00am - 2:00pm Info: 209-333-5550 June 3

Free Yoga In Victory Park

Neon Light

Oak Park Ice Arena 3545 Alvarado Ave. Stockton June 9-17 7pm-9pm Info: 209-937-7433 June 10

Sinister Creature Con

Victory Park 1001 Pershing Ave. Stockton 8:45am-10am freeyogavictorypark.com

Stockton Arena 248 W. Fremont Str. Stockton June 10-11 11am-5pm Info: 916-995-0580 www.SinisterCreatureCon.com

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June 10

Oak Grove Regional Park 4520 W. Eight Mile Rd, Stockton 4pm-8pm Info: 916-722-6636

Bob Hope Theatre 242 E. Main Str. Stockton 8pm Info: 209-373-1400

Food Truck Mania

June 1

Tracy Main Street Music Presents Jazz Club

The Grand Theatre Center for the Arts 715 Central Ave, Tracy 7pm-9pm Info: 209-831-6858 www.atthegrand.org June 2

Micke Grove Food Truck Mania

Micke Grove Regional Park 4520 W. Eight Mile Rd, Stockton 5pm-9pm Info: 209-369-7330 parks@sjgov.com June 2

Reggaeton Night The Mile 1825 Pacific Ave, Stockton 9pm-1:45am Info: 209-513-3409 June 2

Heaven Can Wait

Showbiz Theatre Company 1744 Pacific Ave. Stockton Thurs, Fri, Sat – 7:30pm Sun – 2pm Info: 209-938-0447 June 3

The Catfish Derby

Oak Grove Regional Park 4520 W. Eight Mile Rd. Stockton” 6am-12:30pm Info: 209-331-2050

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Jewish Food Fair

Temple Israel 5105 N. El Dorado Stockton 9:30am-2:30pm Info: 209-477-9306 June 4

Stockton Psychic & Healing Arts Fair The New School Aikido 1010 W. Fremont Str. Stockton June 4-5 10am-6pm Info: 209-462-8600 June 5

Tiger Kids Camp for Boys & Girls (ages 5-14) University of The Pacific’s Janssen Lagorio Gymnasium 3601 Pacific Ave. Stockton June 5 9am – June 8 3pm Info: 209-946-2341 June 7

Concerts In The Park Victory Park 1001 N. Pershing Ave. Stockton 6pm-8pm June 7-August 23 Info: 209-938-1555 June 9

Full Moon Riders

Janet Leigh Plaza 222 N. El Dorado Str. Stockton 6pm-8pm Info: 209-464-5246 downtownstockton.org

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June 9

Oak Grove Regional Park 4520 W. Eight Mile Rd. Stockton 7:30pm-10pm Info: 209-953-8814

Weber Point Event Center 221 N. Center Str. Stockton 6:30pm Info: 209-937-8206

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San Joaquin Delta College Atherton Auditorium 5151 Pacific Ave. Stockton 6pm Info: 209-954-5110 June 10

Lodi Ballet Presents Swan Lake

Charlene Powers Lange Performing Arts Theatre 125 S. Hutchins Str. Lodi 2pm-7pm Info: 209-333-6782 June 10 & 17

Sounds of Summer

The Windmill Cove Resort & Marina 7600 Windmill Rd. Stockton 12pm-2am Info: 209-681-3488 June 14-18

San Joaquin County Fair San Joaquin Fairgrounds 1658 S. Airport Way, Stockton Sanjoaquinfairgrounds.com/fair June 14

A Little Night Music

Stockton Civic Theatre 2312 Rose Marie Lane, Stockton June 14-July 9 Wed-Sat shows 7:30pm Sun shows 2:30pm Info: 209-473-2424 Show times and tickets sctlivetheatre.com June 15

An Evening with Casting Crowns Bob Hope Theatre 242 E. Main Str. Stockton 7pm-9pm Info: 714-545-8900 June 15

All Star Preps – Best of The Record 2017 Stockton Arena 

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248 W. Fremont Str. Stockton 6pm Info: 209-957-7277 June 16

Father’s Day Casual Lunch Cruise The Stockton Marina 445 W. Weber Ave. Stockton 12:45pm-3:30pm Info: 209-259-3815 June 17

The StockMarket

Caldwell Park Pacific Ave and Alpine Ave. Stockton 10am-4pm Info: 209-322-7624 Stockmarketca.com June 17

The 1st Tee of San Joaquin’s Summer Tour The 1st Tee of San Joaquin 6301 W. Eight Mile Rd. Stockton 8:30am-10am Info: 209-915-8300 www. TheFirstTeeSanJoaquin.org June 17

Back to Back Promotions presents The Ultimate White Party

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Makerfest Tinkering at The WOW World of Wonders 2 N. Sacramento Str. Lodi 10am-4pm Info: 209-368-0969 jen@wowsciencemuseum.org June 25

Jazz in the Courtyard

University Plaza Water Front Hotel 110 W. Fremont Str. Stockton 6pm-8pm Info: 209-482-8754 June 28

Music In the Park Hutchins Str. Square 125 S. Hutchins Str. Lodi 6pm-8pm Info: 209-333-3550

June 26 through June 30

Mosquitofish Giveaway

San Joaquin County Mosquito & Vector Control District For complete schedule and more info: Visit sjmosquito.org or call 209.982.4675

Bella Vista Cucina Italiana 110 N. El Dorado Str. Stockton 6pm-12am Info: Sabrina 209-518-4446, Aaron 209-423-7351, or Duane 407-953-7135 June 17

Sunset Casual Mexican Dinner Cruise w/ Opportunity Cruises Stockton Marina 445 W. Weber Ave. Stockton 5:45pm-9pm Info: 209-259-3815 June 17

Lodi Craft Beer Festival Lodi Lake Park 1101 W. Turner Rd Lodi 3pm-7pm Info: 209-747-5487 LodiTokayRotary.com June 24

DeltaFusion

University of Pacific 3601 Pacific Ave. Stockton 4pm-8pm Info: 209-946-2051 deltafusionstockton.com June 24

16th Annual Trucking for Hospice Interstate Truck Center Peterbilt 2110 S. Sinclair Ave. Stockton 7am-5pm Info: 209-996-2288 tgarrett@hospicesj.org

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