In my very first blog for FresYes, I talked a little bit about my love for Fresno. I supposed you can’t be a blogger for FresYes without loving this city. I’ve lived here since I was four. As it says … [Read more...] about What We’re Thankful For in Fresno
FresYes Family Events: Swedefest 14
This past Sunday evening, our family enjoyed one of our favorite Fresno-born events, the Swedefest. This 14th installment of the semi-annual event, held at the Tower Theater and hosted by Dumb Drum … [Read more...] about FresYes Family Events: Swedefest 14
Recipe: Trelio’s Pumpkin Agnolotti
For those of you looking for a last-minute-something-special to impress your relatives this Thursday, there's nothing like a savory pumpkin agnolotti to do just the trick. A cousin to ravioli, … [Read more...] about Recipe: Trelio’s Pumpkin Agnolotti
FresYes! Featured Game of Round 2: Division 3: (6)South Rebels @ (3)Madera Coyotes
November 21, 2014 It was a cold but clear night in Madera. Memorial stadium was the sight for this division 3, second round matchup between the visiting Rebels of South High, and the hometown … [Read more...] about FresYes! Featured Game of Round 2: Division 3: (6)South Rebels @ (3)Madera Coyotes
3.1 miles, how hard could it be?
The big news in my life this week was I ran, not IRAN, but I actually ran. After the 2 Cities Marathon and the story I wrote people who know I ran long, long ago have been trying to get me to lace up … [Read more...] about 3.1 miles, how hard could it be?
The FresYes Garden: Planting Bulbs
Bulbs often get overlooked in my garden. I think it may have something to do with being patient, or not, as in my case. You plant them in the Fall and don’t get the full benefit of them until … [Read more...] about The FresYes Garden: Planting Bulbs
What are you thankful for?
It's that time of the year when we pause our busy lives for just a moment and reflect on the people and things that we are thankful for. We'd like to know what you are thankful for this year … [Read more...] about What are you thankful for?
Pic of the Week Winner 11/22
This week the $25.00 gift card for Patio Cafe goes to Robin for the pic, "All Bentley needs at the end if the day is the little red cup!!". Want to know how they did it? Read this post! The … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week Winner 11/22
Reaching Out To Our Neighbors
Well, I can hardly believe that the holidays are right around the corner. I remember back in July when I would jokingly say, "Better start your Christmas shopping." Now look, Christmas is about a … [Read more...] about Reaching Out To Our Neighbors
FresYes People – The Ladies and Gents of Fresno’s Beard and Mustache Club
We all want to belong. And it can be hard work finding that one group of people who just gets us. The members of the Beard and Mustache Club for Gentlemen in the Greater Fresno Area have an advantage … [Read more...] about FresYes People – The Ladies and Gents of Fresno’s Beard and Mustache Club
Shop Local for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday
If there’s one thing I’ve gained from my first few months here at FresYes, it’s a true love of shopping local. So as we’re staring down the biggest shopping weekend of the year, there’s really only … [Read more...] about Shop Local for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday
Places to go: Project Survival’s Cat Haven
I'm not sure when I became aware that we had a rare cat conservatory nearby, but it wasn't all too long ago. I started seeing photos posted online by a friend of mine, who was volunteering at "Cat … [Read more...] about Places to go: Project Survival’s Cat Haven
Video: Easy Bruschetta with Chef Bessy Acosta
They say behind every great man is an even more remarkable woman. That's why I wasn't surprised when Craig Scharton, owner of Peeve's Public House and Local Market, let me into his kitchen to meet … [Read more...] about Video: Easy Bruschetta with Chef Bessy Acosta
Trail City USA
FresYes has long been known amongst its citizens as Tree City USA and rightfully so but with this time of drought and change perhaps a closer look would leave us thinking that should be Trail City … [Read more...] about Trail City USA
FresYes! Featured Game of Round 1: Division 4: (11)McLane Highlanders @ (6)Roosevelt Rough Riders
It was a chilly but clear night for football at Sunnyside stadium. The Roosevelt Rough Riders played host to the McLane Highlanders in the first round of the division 4 playoffs. The winner of this … [Read more...] about FresYes! Featured Game of Round 1: Division 4: (11)McLane Highlanders @ (6)Roosevelt Rough Riders
Pic of the Week for 11/15
This week the $25.00 gift card for Batter Up Pancakes goes to Christie for the pic, “My son Brixton was actually falling asleep in his high chair, I was trying to get a picture of that and this is … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week for 11/15
Local Author, Margarita Engle
I remember when I was in elementary school I had entered a contest to meet an author. I had to write something, and somehow or another, I had won! I think I was in 4th or 5th grade. I don't remember … [Read more...] about Local Author, Margarita Engle
Community Events Nov 14th
We have a few more events coming up, so put them on your calendar. Hmong American Student Association Presents Hmong New Year When: November 15, 2014 10:00am to 2:00pm Where: Fresno City … [Read more...] about Community Events Nov 14th
Shop Local: Get Your Holiday LBD at Little Black Dress Boutique
Shopping for a special-occasion dress can be a daunting task, whether you are 16 or 65. If you’re anything like me, you start to feel lost in the racks and racks of chiffon and tulle in the big … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Get Your Holiday LBD at Little Black Dress Boutique
FresYes People – One on One with a Vietnam Vet
What is war really like? It’s something I find myself wondering whenever I talk to a veteran who’s been through one. It was no different when I sat down with Army vet Bob McLaughlin. As he told me his … [Read more...] about FresYes People – One on One with a Vietnam Vet
FresYes Families: Want to have a healthy holiday? Enter the Turkey Trot!
Since purchasing my FitBit Flex activity tracker, I've been very motivated to get and keep moving as much as possible. I love competing with friends for the most steps during a work week and watching … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: Want to have a healthy holiday? Enter the Turkey Trot!
Local Foodie News You Can Use
Sometimes it's hard to keep up on all the local foodie news, so here's a taste of what's been happening around town in the last few weeks (and a few extra tidbits from me). Lots of New … [Read more...] about Local Foodie News You Can Use
FresYes! Featured Game of Week 10: #12 (5-4) Clovis Cougars @ #13 (5-4) Clovis West Golden Eagles
Central Section Top 25 Final Rankings (After the Week 10 games) Edison Tigers 9-1 Liberty Patriots 8-2 Bakersfield Drillers 8-2 Clovis North Broncos 7-3 Lemoore Tigers 10-0 Ridgeview … [Read more...] about FresYes! Featured Game of Week 10: #12 (5-4) Clovis Cougars @ #13 (5-4) Clovis West Golden Eagles
The Lou 2014
Fall brings many things to FresYes each year and this past weekend for the 10th time it saw the event known far and wide as "The Lou". Anyone who lives in the valley and races off road, cyclocross … [Read more...] about The Lou 2014
Why selling this winter might be right for you
A few days ago I left my home early in the morning as I always do to head to the gym and was surprisingly greeted by some Fresno Fog. It had seemed like forever ago that I had driven in anything this … [Read more...] about Why selling this winter might be right for you