I know that the staff and agents at FresYes Realty and the writers at FresYes.com are all really special, and I think it’s time you know that, too. That’s why I like to shine a light on them from … [Read more...] about Get to know FresYes.com writer Sarah Soghomonian
Archives for October 2017
Here’s your FresYes guide to November races, runs & walks
November is a premier month for big time races in our region. Some of the highest profile, most talked-about races are set to take place and FresYes is breaking down all the details for … [Read more...] about Here’s your FresYes guide to November races, runs & walks
My 5am Club presentation: 10 ways to be a bad-you-know-what
Yesterday I had the privilege of presenting to the supremely motivational 5am Club led by Sharran Srivatsaa. I've learned a lot and have been truly inspired by this daily conference call, and … [Read more...] about My 5am Club presentation: 10 ways to be a bad-you-know-what
Saturday’s Free Museum Day is your chance to museum hop
Attention fans of art, history, and things that are just cool: The Greater Fresno Alliance of Museums and Educational Sites is hosting a free museum day on Saturday, Oct. 28, and it's basically your … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Free Museum Day is your chance to museum hop
Fall harvest: Here’s where to enjoy fall fruits & vegetables locally
Summer produce tends to steal the spotlight in Fresno, and with Fresno State corn, giant strawberries, and juicy, perfect stone fruit available, it's no wonder. However, fall brings forth seasonal … [Read more...] about Fall harvest: Here’s where to enjoy fall fruits & vegetables locally
Watch the World Series starting tonight at Chukchansi Park
If you haven't heard, the Houston Astros are playing in the World Series this year against the L.A. Dodgers. These teams have significance to a lot of Fresnans—the California-based Dodgers have a lot … [Read more...] about Watch the World Series starting tonight at Chukchansi Park
This was supposed to be a post about Fulton Street Party
Dear teacher. I regret to say that the dog ate my homework. In this case, the homework was a Fulton Street Party wrap-up post, which I was supposed to write over the weekend. And the dog was ... … [Read more...] about This was supposed to be a post about Fulton Street Party
Fresno State fans excited for start of men’s basketball season
The Fresno State Men’s Basketball 2017-2018 season gets underway Monday, Oct. 30 at the Save Mart Center. It’s sure to be an exciting season for the Bulldogs. The team is loaded with talent. … [Read more...] about Fresno State fans excited for start of men’s basketball season
Here’s what you should do this weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in Fresno and beyond. Don't forget (and how could you!) the Fulton Street Party is happening tomorrow. … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
Here’s your guide to the Fulton Street Party
This Saturday, Oct. 21, the Fulton Street Party celebrates the official grand reopening of Fulton Street from 2 to 10 p.m. The epic multi-block party, thrown by the Downtown Fresno Partnership, will … [Read more...] about Here’s your guide to the Fulton Street Party
Don’t miss the Hella Ninja pop-up at the Fulton Street Party
This Saturday will see the grand re-opening of Fulton Street which, as you know, is opening to auto traffic for the first time in a thousand or so years (check out our guide to the … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Hella Ninja pop-up at the Fulton Street Party
Fresno Flavor: Rocket Dog Gourmet Brats & Brew
It's time for another episode of Fresno Flavor! This time, I'm hitting up Rocket Dog Gourmet Brats & Brew for a hot dog and cold brew. Check it out! Where to find Rocket Dog Gourmet Brats … [Read more...] about Fresno Flavor: Rocket Dog Gourmet Brats & Brew
Here are 4 fun Halloween activities happening before Oct. 31
So you have your Stranger Things costume and your Pinterest-inspired pumpkin and you're waiting for the big night. You know, Halloween—the night where you walk around the neighborhood, hitting your … [Read more...] about Here are 4 fun Halloween activities happening before Oct. 31
Let Raisin Hell Ranch bring a little terror (or a lot or terror) to your Halloween
Raisin Hell Ranch. If you're a word nerd like me, you can't help but appreciate the double meaning. Raisin' hell: appropriate for a Halloween haunted cornfield. Raisin hell: appropriate for ... you … [Read more...] about Let Raisin Hell Ranch bring a little terror (or a lot or terror) to your Halloween
El Patio is the best Mexican restaurant you haven’t tried yet
Living in Fresno, there’s no shortage of delicious Mexican restaurants to be enjoyed. Often, when out-of-state guests visit, we ask, “Where would you like to eat?” and a common request is to go … [Read more...] about El Patio is the best Mexican restaurant you haven’t tried yet
Catch former Fresnan Fran Fried on tonight’s “Jeopardy!”
If you spent any time in Fresno's Tower District in the mid-2000s, you probably know Fran Fried. Blond bob, always with a smile, she could usually be found dominating the Pub Quiz trivia nights at the … [Read more...] about Catch former Fresnan Fran Fried on tonight’s “Jeopardy!”
Wiffle Ball and Walk-n-Roll combine for a good cause
This month, a rare opportunity awaits you. You can play ball or take a stroll in your Batman costume (I know you have one) and actually help your community at the same time thanks to the Walk-n-Roll … [Read more...] about Wiffle Ball and Walk-n-Roll combine for a good cause
Get to know Manuel Bettencourt, your FresYes Realty agent
I know that my agents are pretty special, and I think it’s time you know that, too. That’s why I’m going to be highlighting each of them from time to time so you can get to know your FresYes … [Read more...] about Get to know Manuel Bettencourt, your FresYes Realty agent
Here’s what you should do this weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in Fresno and beyond. Don't forget Corey Feldman is performing at Fulton 55 tonight. Yes, … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
Junior livestock auction teaches kids hard work, pays for college
There are four days left for The Big Fresno Fair, which means you still have a chance to visit Chuck and Norris. No, they're not Texas Rangers—they're goats. Raised and cared for by Blossom Trail … [Read more...] about Junior livestock auction teaches kids hard work, pays for college
Chick-fil-A is not just about the chicken
For those of us who love a good chicken sandwich, Chick-fil-A is the place to go. If you don’t go there for the chicken sandwich, maybe you go there for the hilarious cow graphics. If that doesn’t … [Read more...] about Chick-fil-A is not just about the chicken
Time for pumpkins! Here are 5 pumpkin patches you can visit this October
Though there isn't quite a chill in the air just yet, the leaves are hinting at the start of change and technically, fall is here. So you know what that means. It's pumpkin patch time! Once again, … [Read more...] about Time for pumpkins! Here are 5 pumpkin patches you can visit this October
Dogs in costumes bring the cute to the Furry Fall Festival
I've always known that my beagle, Grover, is more than a touch ridiculous. But that was very clearly highlighted when we went to last weekend's Furry Fall Festival at Valley Animal Center. The … [Read more...] about Dogs in costumes bring the cute to the Furry Fall Festival
Bust out the cardboard and the camera—Swede Fest 17 is coming
Get out the camcorder, the cardboard, and the costumes—it's time to gear up for Swede Fest 17. The long-running local film event with the funny name will once again take over the Tower Theatre on … [Read more...] about Bust out the cardboard and the camera—Swede Fest 17 is coming
Support Marjaree Mason Center during Domestic Violence Awareness Month
With over 5,000 calls made to the Fresno Police Department last year alone, domestic violence is more common in our area than you might think. This month is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and … [Read more...] about Support Marjaree Mason Center during Domestic Violence Awareness Month