Bear Creek Aquatics

Bear Creek Aquatics By Melissa Hutsell   Bear Creek Aquatics offers San Joaquin swimmers the freedom and flexibility to be involved in different types of water sports while also balancing other interests. After recognizing that typical programs do not allow this, owner Tom Downer decided […]

Dog's Best Friend

Dog’s Best Friend By Nora Heston Tarte             My son thinks his friends are dogs. We were at a play date the other day when Hunter joyfully decided to share, a behavior I tend to encourage, especially for an only- and non-daycare-going- child. I want […]

2015 Winners: BEST OF Health, Beauty, & Fitness

GABE SUBRY of CrossFit 209 By Melissa Hutsell Since 2009, Gabe Subry has helped San Joaquin become healthier through his Stockton-based strength training and conditioning program, CrossFit 209. As one of the first facilities of its type in the region, Gabe made his lifelong dream […]

Lodi’s Fierce Fashionista

  By Nora Heston Tarte Sarah Duncan is unstoppable. The Lodi native, fashionista and designer is carving her way into the industry through social media. Her heavy presence on Instagram has demanded attention as an up and coming trend setter. Unsurprisingly, there are so many […]

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2015 Winners: BEST OF Parents

JOELLE GOMEZ By Lindsey Rodrian It is no secret children are our future, and nurturing the youth of San Joaquin is one of the best ways to ensure future community success. As Chief Executive Officer of the Women’s Center Youth and Family Services, and mother […]

2015 Winners: BEST OF Play

KAREN EAGAL By Copper Williams There’s a utopia tucked away in our Central Valley where the great outdoors pairs with family fun in all the best ways. With easy access to the beach, miles of trail and campgrounds galore, we’ve only just begun to touch […]

2015 Winners: BEST OF Shopping & Gifts

KINDRA NUNEZ & SHAINA FAHEY By Melissa Hutsell For sisters Kindra Nunez and Shaina Fahey, owning their own clothing shop is a dream that came to fruition. In October 2011, Kindra and Shaina opened the doors to their Stockton-based shop, Zuesters, which appropriately takes its […]

209 Agenda- July Dates

Extravaganza Casual Cruise to Hilton Fireworks Show July 4 Welcome Aboard the “California Sunset”! We will cruise out on the Delta watching the sunset over mount Diablo arriving near Mandeville cut while the famous Hilton fireworks are going off (we will not anchor), but cruise […]

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Frappe Vino

By Melissa Hutsell A visit to Stockton’s Midtown Creperie and Café means you’re in for a real treat! Sweet and savory crepes, and an extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner menu with amazing assortments of fixings make this New Orleans style restaurant a regional indulgence. And […]

Lip-Smacking Lumpia

By Melissa Hutsell Stockton’s Red Orchid restaurant serves up a fusion of Asian inspired dishes that will impress even the pickiest of eaters with the innovative, yet traditional selections. The eatery dishes out Filipino style food with several different options to choose from, impeccable service […]

Watermelon & Wine

Cool off with the fresh fruit-infused Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Moscato-Watermelon Smash. These party drinks are the perfect toast to summer, whether enjoying poolside or celebrating with a crowd. Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Moscato-Watermelon Smash Prep + Cook Time: 2 hours and 20 minutes Yield: […]

Flight of Sliders

By Melissa Hutsell Woodbridge’s own Flight Lounge offers guests an all-out experience, complete with airplane inspired décor and a menu to fit. Other than the restaurant’s impressive list of salads, entrees, and beers and wines on tap, Flight Lounge offers its customers fantastic starters and […]

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