Summertime means schools out, and we’ve got the perfect activity to get the kids out of the house for some creative fun. Letty Nava, owner of Lodi’s Nava and Co., has been teaching kid’s art classes for over 15 years. “When my kids were in […]
Socially-distanced? Check! Outdoors? Check! Cost-effective? Check! When it comes to summer travel in 2021, backpacking is checking all of our boxes. But what If you don’t know where to start? Crisis averted. Novices can now get their first taste of backpacking with a knowledgeable guide […]
It’s never too late to pick up a new hobby—especially when that hobby is golf. Many don’t even learn to play until later in life. But if you’re intrigued by the challenging sport, you should dive in as soon as possible. Local courses offer lessons […]
Pharmacies and Pharmacists have the ability do a lot more than just dispense your prescription. Pharmacy compounding is a growing trend. By definition, “compounding” is the creation of a pharmaceutical preparation (a drug) by a licensed pharmacist to meet the unique needs of an individual […]
If you don’t snap a photo—did you even really go? In an age where sharing our experiences is second nature for many, the aesthetics of our outings really start to matter. Sure, it’s good to unplug and be in the moment, but if you’re looking […]
After nearly two decades of practicing Ori Tahiti (a traditional Tahitian dance) and winning competitions from Stockton to Reno, Sammy Rodrigo is sharing his passion and teaching a new generation of dancers about Tahitian culture at Ura Hau Nui in Stockton. “The significance that Tahitian […]
Though last year’s pandemic spurred renewed interest in estate planning, a recent survey shows that two out of three adults in America do not have a will or trust in place. “It is understandable that people are sometimes very resistant to facing their own mortality,” […]
In 1972, when Gary Buckmann was a 20-year-old gymnast at Chico State University, he had a devastating accident on the long horse vault. Landing from eight-and-a-half feet in the air onto his head, Gary suffered a broken neck that left him paralyzed. After four weeks […]
In 2021 the Stockton Chamber achieved a noteworthy feat—a 120 year anniversary of the Chamber’s inception in 1901. The accomplishment came without fanfare, but there is no doubt the impact of the Chamber is worth celebrating today. For twelve decades the entity has acted as […]
If you had your sights set on an RV/camping vacation this summer, you may be disappointed to hear many of California’s most popular campsites are already full for summer weekends. Blame the pandemic; in both 2020 and 2021, families have turned to their RVs as […]
Jorge Ramirez-Martinez’s connection to Selena dates back to a Spanish class at Stagg High School where his teacher incorporated her music in lesson plans. Now, he’s helping write the story of her life for a Netflix series. “To come full circle with Selena, it was […]
Some of you may be asking yourselves what is stand-up paddle boarding, and, if I want to, where can I do it? The paddle sport is a little like kayaking meets surfboard, a balance activity that is less intimidating than it looks and doesn’t need […]
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