The $25.00 gift card for The Bulldog Shop goes to Wendy for the pic, “Chukchansi Park Stadium ”. The rules are simple. Fill out the form at the bottom, we’ll pick a few to go up in a Facebook … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week Winner 8/30
Archives for August 2014
Selling my Fresno home
Fourteen years ago I was living in Pasadena, CA. I had just gotten married a few years before, and like any young couple we had the dream of buying a home. I had just started working as a social … [Read more...] about Selling my Fresno home
FresYes! Featured Game of Week 0: # 192 Liberty Lions (Brentwood, CA) at #81 Central Grizzlies
The Central High School community was “United in Orange” on the perfect weathered evening of August 29th 2014. Many volunteered to take cheek swabs in support for finding a bone marrow match for … [Read more...] about FresYes! Featured Game of Week 0: # 192 Liberty Lions (Brentwood, CA) at #81 Central Grizzlies
Friday Night Lights: The Return of High School Football
One of the more anticipated times of the year has officially arrived for sports fans. It’s when the temperature outside begins to cool down, and the start of football begins to heat up. Numerous … [Read more...] about Friday Night Lights: The Return of High School Football
ZAPPCON
Zapp! Boom! Bam! In less than 2 months, Fresno will be hosting a comic-con of its very own- ZappCon!! You and I both know that Fresno has lots to offer. We have colleges, professional athletes, … [Read more...] about ZAPPCON
Chick Defense: Why I Bought a Stun Gun
“So I bought a stun gun.” I keep saying that sentence over the past couple of weeks, and honestly, it’s kind of fun to watch people’s reactions. I walked into a cowgirl store to talk about dresses … [Read more...] about Chick Defense: Why I Bought a Stun Gun
FresYes Families: What’s for (school) lunch?
One of the things I dread most about the start of the school year is the nightly packing of lunches. My son prefers to bring lunch from home, though, in all honesty, I'm not sure he eats that much … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: What’s for (school) lunch?
Your Foodie Quiz Results Revealed
Last week, in our "How local are you?" foodie quiz, 455 of you gave us your thoughts. Thank you! Many of you shared how important it is to focus on locally made and grown items. I'll have lots to say … [Read more...] about Your Foodie Quiz Results Revealed
Iced Pool Water Challenge for ALS
Unless you are living under a rock, your social sites and favorite news stations have been flooded with people doing the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. And it’s not just your friends and family that are … [Read more...] about Iced Pool Water Challenge for ALS
W4M – seeking male relationship
Somewhat single, middle aged website seeking an open relationship with an outdoorsy kind of guy. You: You live for sports, and especially local sports. Bulldogs, Grizzlies, Knights, Tigers, … [Read more...] about W4M – seeking male relationship
Pic of the Week Winner for 8/23
The $25.00 gift card for Eddie's Bakery goes to Saeng for the pic, "Peyton's first road trip out of town". The rules are simple. Fill out the form at the bottom, we’ll pick a few to … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week Winner for 8/23
Fresno Greek Fest!
The nice thing about Fresno, is that there are lots of events to attend any given month. My absolute favorite Fresno event is this weekend. I love it more than Ice Cream Zoofari, and I really love Ice … [Read more...] about Fresno Greek Fest!
Shop local for a cause at Cowgirl Clutter
My favorite kind of store opened in Clovis this weekend. The kind that has cute clothes and adorable accessories. The kind that is local and unique. But most importantly, the kind that has a heart for … [Read more...] about Shop local for a cause at Cowgirl Clutter
FresYes Families: How to have a GREAT school year
My son is starting back to school this week in Fresno Unified as second grader. We were so lucky last year, to have the type of teacher most parents dream their kid will have at some point. As we … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: How to have a GREAT school year
Foodie Quiz: How local are you?
Up until about six years ago, I didn't really think about eating local, nor did I know much about its value. I didn't take the time to think about where my food came from, and there was no difference … [Read more...] about Foodie Quiz: How local are you?
And then there were two?! Zillow buying Trulia
If you are in the market to buy a home you are likely searching on one of, or all three of, what real estate agents refer to as 'the big three'. Zillow, Trulia, and Realtor.com are the three most … [Read more...] about And then there were two?! Zillow buying Trulia
Back to School – a look from the other side
I remember my father driving us down Huntington Drive preaching to us that one day we would be educated and could afford one of these big old houses. I always wanted to knock on their doors as we … [Read more...] about Back to School – a look from the other side
Pic of the Week Winner for 8/16
The $25.00 gift card for Benaddiction goes to Sarah for her pic “First time on a carousel at Da Ani Kami Kon at Manchester Center dressed as Annie from League of Legends” The rules are simple. … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week Winner for 8/16
Shop Local: Vallarta Supermarkets
I've lived in Fresno for most of my life (with the exception of a handful of years in Northern and then Southern California). When Vallarta Supermarkets first came to Fresno I never really had the … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Vallarta Supermarkets
Shop Local: Buy and Sell Designer at Tsu Tsu Boutique
Let’s face it: Most of us would love to have a closet full of the latest designer looks. Unfortunately, many of us can’t afford to pay $200 for a sweater or $500 for a purse - or simply don’t want to. … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Buy and Sell Designer at Tsu Tsu Boutique
FresYes Families: How to go back to school ahead of the curve
Your favorite FresYes Family blogger (ok, the ONLY FresYes Family blogger...) has done your homework for you and has interviewed a group of teachers about what they would love for parents to know as … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: How to go back to school ahead of the curve
Looking for Tacos? Talk-Oh! Mobile Can Help!
For taco lovers and early tech adopters, Talk-Oh! Mobile is on its way to making your carne asada dreams come true. Projected by locals to become the "Yelp for Tacos", Talk-Oh! is listing all the … [Read more...] about Looking for Tacos? Talk-Oh! Mobile Can Help!
Buyer Beware, Inspect that home!
Whether you are preparing your Fresno home to sell or you just got a beautiful four bedroom 2 bathroom home with pool under contract in Clovis (Hooray!) you should consider a getting a home … [Read more...] about Buyer Beware, Inspect that home!
The Fresno Bike Hop
The Fresno Art Hop via Bicycle? So let me start by saying that I believe that I am the most uncoordinated person that lived on this earth. I can’t play sports, I don’t dance, and I definitely don’t … [Read more...] about The Fresno Bike Hop
Pic of the Week Winner for 8/9
The $25.00 gift card for Sunnyside Deli goes to Michelle for her pic "Day trip to Yosemite. Picnic near Pioneer Village." The rules are simple. Fill out the form at the bottom, we’ll … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week Winner for 8/9