Since our family first started going on day hikes, at this time of year the mountains start calling and I find myself searching for any weekend opportunity to answer. Living in Fresno affords … [Read more...] about A perfect fall day hike for the whole family
Archives for October 2018
Here’s your FresYes guide to November races, runs, and walks
One of the Central Valley’s biggest races is taking place this weekend! It’s the center point of the FresYes November race calendar. Two Cities Marathon, Half Marathon and Half Relay When: … [Read more...] about Here’s your FresYes guide to November races, runs, and walks
Here’s what you should do this weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in and around Fresno. Friday • ZooBoo starts at 5 p.m. at Fresno Chaffee … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
Tower Yoga is about balance, flexibility, and community
Jameson Henkle, Kellee Williams, and Jas Singh have opened Tower Yoga, a really great new yoga studio, in Fresno's Tower District. The studio is on Wishon Ave., just north of the … [Read more...] about Tower Yoga is about balance, flexibility, and community
Ghost Golf offers ghoulish fun in Fresno
Janice and Daryn Coleman recently relocated from the Bay Area to Fresno, calling the city their home in May of this year. They survived their first Fresno summer but, more importantly, they … [Read more...] about Ghost Golf offers ghoulish fun in Fresno
Have you seen these supernatural creatures that haunt the Fresno area?
by Michael Banti Given the popularity of the last article I wrote, I thought I'd share some more weird stories from around the Fresno area—just in time for Halloween. One of my … [Read more...] about Have you seen these supernatural creatures that haunt the Fresno area?
Looking for healthy meal prep? Check out locally owned Rappit Up
A Fresno woman has launched a meal and catering service designed to help you eat healthier. Janna Melkonian is the founder of Rappit Up, a vegan and vegetarian food business that provides … [Read more...] about Looking for healthy meal prep? Check out locally owned Rappit Up
Here’s what you should do this weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in and around Fresno. Friday • The first of four ZooBoo events starts at 5 … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
Dollar Fridays at The Discovery Center are loads of fun
On the first Friday of every month, the Discovery Center in Fresno has $1 admission. Is it worth it? Heck yes. I checked it out this month, and it was a blast. Not only do you get into the … [Read more...] about Dollar Fridays at The Discovery Center are loads of fun
Cookies N Things Bakery has opened in downtown Fresno
As someone who works in downtown Fresno, my ears always perk up when I hear of a new business opening near my office, especially one that involves coffee or food. Just this week, I was … [Read more...] about Cookies N Things Bakery has opened in downtown Fresno
Feeling creative? Swede Fest 18 wants your homemade videos!
Get out the camera, the cardboard, and the costumes—it's time to gear up for Swede Fest 18! The long-running local film event with the funny name will once again take over the Tower Theatre … [Read more...] about Feeling creative? Swede Fest 18 wants your homemade videos!
Love fresh produce? FresYes Realty is now a pickup location for Ooooby Fresno
We've got amazing news! You can now swing by FresYes Realty to grab your Ooooby box on Tuesdays between 12-6 p.m.! What exactly is Ooooby Fresno? Put simply, it's fresh, … [Read more...] about Love fresh produce? FresYes Realty is now a pickup location for Ooooby Fresno
Warnors Theatre turns 90 with a special celebration—and you’re invited
Warnors Theatre in downtown Fresno is hosting a 90th Anniversary Celebration and you’re invited to take part. It’s happening Saturday, Oct. 20, from 2-4 p.m. Admission is $10. From vaudeville to … [Read more...] about Warnors Theatre turns 90 with a special celebration—and you’re invited
Here’s what you should do this weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in and around Fresno. Friday • At 5:30 p.m. and again at 8:30, Fresno … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
Enjoy these 5 fall activities for the whole family!
It's time! Grab a cup of PSL and hug a pumpkin—fall fun is in the air. For those who want to squeeze every last drop of seasonal fun out of October, I've compiled this handy list of five … [Read more...] about Enjoy these 5 fall activities for the whole family!
AR Workshop takes wine and painting to the next level
I have a confession to make: wine and paint nights give me massive anxiety. I’m a writer, not an artist. Not even a little bit. While I think it’s an awesome concept in general, paying to … [Read more...] about AR Workshop takes wine and painting to the next level
“Enough” clothing shop wants to ensure families in need have just that—for free
I was absentmindedly scrolling through Facebook recently when I came upon an event invite for the grand opening of "Enough," a "family-friendly, trendy thrift shop serving underprivileged … [Read more...] about “Enough” clothing shop wants to ensure families in need have just that—for free
FresYes Realty named FLYP’s 2018 Company of the Year
I am so excited to announce that FresYes Realty has been named the FLYP 2018 Company of the Year. This is such an amazing honor! FLYP stands for Fresno's Leading Young Professionals. It's … [Read more...] about FresYes Realty named FLYP’s 2018 Company of the Year
Here are the 10 most haunted locations in the Fresno area
By Michael Banti I'm Michael, and I've been investigating the weird and strange in the San Joaquin Valley for over twenty years — and writing about it for almost ten. I've seen some weird … [Read more...] about Here are the 10 most haunted locations in the Fresno area
Valley Sweat Life presents Behind the Scenes: Old Town Yoga with Desiree Heckman
Since my transformation, during which I lost 135 pounds, fitness has become an important part of my life. So, as often as I can, I want to bring to you a bit of the motivation that … [Read more...] about Valley Sweat Life presents Behind the Scenes: Old Town Yoga with Desiree Heckman
Boo! Here’s where to go for Halloween haunts
Two popular, local “haunted” spots are open and ready to spook you this Halloween season! Hobb’s Grove in Sanger and Raisin Hell Ranch in Madera have a reputation for being the go-to … [Read more...] about Boo! Here’s where to go for Halloween haunts
The Big Fresno Fair is back! Here’s what’s hot and what’s new
From exhibits to live horse racing, entertainment to livestock and everything in between, The Big Fresno Fair is back and promises to be BIGGER and BETTER than ever as gates open for twelve … [Read more...] about The Big Fresno Fair is back! Here’s what’s hot and what’s new
What it’s like to accompany the veterans of Central Valley Honor Flight to Washington D.C.
This week, I had the privilege of accompanying the 17th Honor Flight from our region to Washington D.C. The Central Valley Honor Flight is part of a national effort to give veterans of … [Read more...] about What it’s like to accompany the veterans of Central Valley Honor Flight to Washington D.C.
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. Friday • Head to Bitwise South Stadium for a Geek … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
Behind the scenes with the Davis Family Light Show
For many of us, it may seem too early to be thinking about Christmas and the holiday season. But that's not the case not for Scott Davis, who’s been preparing for months. Why? Because Scott … [Read more...] about Behind the scenes with the Davis Family Light Show