Love. I use this word a lot. In fact, I probably use it too much, taking away the impact the word. I tend to love everything. I mean really, can I actually love movie theater popcorn that … [Read more...] about What I love about Fresno
Moving? 3 Local businesses that can help
After 5 years in my apartment, 2 days ago I joined the group of people who have experienced the stress of moving. I had about a month to get ready for the big day, but no matter how long you have to … [Read more...] about Moving? 3 Local businesses that can help
Eat Local: The BreakFast Hut
At the beginning of the month I made a list of places that I'd like to visit this year. I'm really good at dreaming about things, but not always so good at actually following through. That is, unless … [Read more...] about Eat Local: The BreakFast Hut
Who is your Favorite Local Hair Stylist?
I did something crazy this last week. I went out and got a haircut! It's not as drastic as cuts I've had in the past, but it is pretty short. The time before last I went from really, … [Read more...] about Who is your Favorite Local Hair Stylist?
Eat Local: Donut Fantasy
It's a new year, which means there are new places to explore around Fresno! Last week Mr. FresYes himself posted a picture on Instagram of some yummy looking donuts from a new local donut store in … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Donut Fantasy
Places to visit in 2016
Happy New Year!!! I'm the lucky one who was able to wish you a Merry Christmas, and now a Happy New Year! Wow-I get to share my holidays with all of you FresYes readers! I feel honored. … [Read more...] about Places to visit in 2016
Christmas Traditions
Merry Christmas!!! I hope everyone woke up to lots of presents under the tree, and stockings filled with more than just coal. ;) (Although, I know getting presents isn't what Christmas is all … [Read more...] about Christmas Traditions
New Location: Buffalo Wild Wings
One of my main goals as a writer for FresYes is to share amazing events and places. My focus is mostly on our community. I love the community of Fresno. I have witnessed others all over town take care … [Read more...] about New Location: Buffalo Wild Wings
Shop Local: Small Business Saturday
Happy Friday! Well, we did it. We made it through Thanksgiving. I hope everyone had yummy food and didn't have to loosen their belt too much. Or maybe you just wore stretchy pants to dinner, which … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Small Business Saturday
Upcoming Holiday Events
I don't know about you, but I cannot believe that we are already in the middle of November. Thanksgiving is next week, and then Christmas, and then New Years, and then.......Ahhhh! It's all too much … [Read more...] about Upcoming Holiday Events
Valley Town Hall Meetings: Sir Ken Robinson
I've been writing for Fresyes for a while now, and occasionally I run out of things on what to write about. I thought I would have writer's block about a month into it, but there is so much going on … [Read more...] about Valley Town Hall Meetings: Sir Ken Robinson
Meet Local Comedian Christy Farley
This past summer I wrote about the free comedy show that happens every month at the downtown Teazer World Market. It’s a great venue in that you get to buy some delicious tea, and enjoy a night full … [Read more...] about Meet Local Comedian Christy Farley
Martin Park: Connecting this Halloween
Well, tomorrow is the big day-Halloween! It will be a night of fun, with costumes, parties, trick or treating, and gathering of friends. Like so many others, Halloween marks the start of the … [Read more...] about Martin Park: Connecting this Halloween
The Downtown Center: Small Business Workshops
One thing to admire about Fresno is that in recent years, our city has been trying extremely hard to revitalize downtown. There have been many things that have helped this process along. The … [Read more...] about The Downtown Center: Small Business Workshops
ZAPPCON 2015
Last year I wrote about the first ever ZappCon, and guess what? It’s happening again this year-this very weekend! ZappCon is put on by geeks, for geeks. It is a hybrid convention … [Read more...] about ZAPPCON 2015
Eat Local: Le Parisien Cafe
Last week was my daughter’s 13th birthday. Over the years we’ve had grand birthday parties, but now that she’s getting older, the parties are becoming less elaborate. Funny how that happened, as I … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Le Parisien Cafe
ArtHop: T.W. Patterson Building
I have a love for Downtown Fresno. The buildings have meaning and are so beautiful. They are a reminder of the history of Fresno. The T.W. Patterson Building is one of those buildings. Since it’s … [Read more...] about ArtHop: T.W. Patterson Building
Kayak Local: Fresno River Sport Center
Have you ever been kayaking? Did you know that there is a way to kayak on the San Joaquin River? Cherilyn shares her recent kayaking experience with us, and it sounds like so much … [Read more...] about Kayak Local: Fresno River Sport Center
Build Local: Fresno Ideaworks
Last month I had the opportunity to listen to a gentleman by the name of Scott Kramer speak at a homeschooling conference/workshop. From the moment I met him, I knew that he had a passion that he … [Read more...] about Build Local: Fresno Ideaworks
Sanger Unified School District – A Hidden Treasure
Fresno is growing by leaps and bounds. It really is becoming quite a big city. It is broken up into so many different areas, and one of those areas is Sunnyside (South East Fresno). Sunnyside is … [Read more...] about Sanger Unified School District – A Hidden Treasure
College St. Fall Festival
I just recently discovered Mister Rogers Neighborhood is on Netflix. I was so happy about it that I made my 12 year old sit through an episode with me. I had always loved the show, and re-watching it … [Read more...] about College St. Fall Festival
Sing Local: Bach Children’s Choir
I have always been a huge supporter of the arts. Having grown up in the 80’s, all of the schools I attended encouraged art, drama, dance, and music. I remember having a piano in one of my classes, and … [Read more...] about Sing Local: Bach Children’s Choir
Camp Kesem Follow-Up
Back in January I wrote a post about Camp Kesem. The camp was held a couple of weeks ago, and I wanted to give an update on how awesome it was! To refresh your memory a little bit, Camp Kesem … [Read more...] about Camp Kesem Follow-Up
Tropical Island Shaved Ice
I realize that with the start of school, summer might seem like it’s over, but technically we still have a good month left of warm weather. (Living in Fresno, we know we really have a couple months … [Read more...] about Tropical Island Shaved Ice
Laugh Stand-Up Comedy: Roast for Timothy Kuckenbaker (TK)
Things I love. Cupcakes The smell of new books. Baby feet Laughing Some of my favorite people in the world are bakers, librarians, babies, and comedians. Beginning to see a … [Read more...] about Laugh Stand-Up Comedy: Roast for Timothy Kuckenbaker (TK)