Something very special is happening in Fresno right now - something you might be starting to feel the impacts of or right on the verge of witnessing it. Fresno is home to numerous educational … [Read more...] about Fresno and Surrounding Cities Working to Support Early Learning
HERO: making home efficiency improvement affordable
Our family's home was built in 1971 and with that comes large bedrooms, a vaulted living room ceiling, ranch-style architecture, gold fixtures, wood paneling and dark cabinets, old appliances and … [Read more...] about HERO: making home efficiency improvement affordable
Keep your eye on the Fresno Chaffee Zoo in 2015
With the recent renewal of Measure Z, buzz of the new African expansion and remodeling of many favorite exhibits to what are now award-winning habitats, you've likely heard the Chaffee Zoo is a very … [Read more...] about Keep your eye on the Fresno Chaffee Zoo in 2015
Increase your family’s happiness in 2015
Traditions and rituals are a part of family life that help contribute to a sense of identity, belonging and happiness. Though some may, traditions don't have to require much work or expense, and those … [Read more...] about Increase your family’s happiness in 2015
Five Fun Things for Fresno Families in January
January is typically Fresno's coldest month so it can be a bit trickier to plan fun, family activities - however, here at FresYes, we've found five really fun things for you to enjoy with your … [Read more...] about Five Fun Things for Fresno Families in January
A Mother’s New Year’s Resolutions
I have a love-hate relationship with New Year's resolutions. I love them when I successfully fulfill them of course, but when I don't - well, that's when I hate 'em. A couple of years ago, I made a … [Read more...] about A Mother’s New Year’s Resolutions
Great Games for Your Holiday Gathering
It's Christmas Eve! Right about now, you're probably preparing for the influx of family and friends or to go to a family member or friends' home for holiday celebrations. With that often comes a … [Read more...] about Great Games for Your Holiday Gathering
Giving a hand
This last week I was embarrassed of myself. No one knew it but I was. I didn't walk out of the bathroom stall with toilet paper on my shoe, I wasn't showing a million dollar home to clients with my … [Read more...] about Giving a hand
3 traditions to adopt this holiday season
Family traditions are extremely important to me. I care a lot about them and as I've grown older, I care even more as many of my childhood traditions have either faded or changed as the years have … [Read more...] about 3 traditions to adopt this holiday season
Christmas Tree Lane: Three ways to enjoy a Fresno tradition
Making the trek down Christmas Tree Lane is a beloved Fresno tradition for many of us, and an experience not to be missed by new Fresnans. It's quite a fantastic sight, especially if you pause to … [Read more...] about Christmas Tree Lane: Three ways to enjoy a Fresno tradition
Outside the box gift ideas for children
Are you finding yourself uninspired by your child/godchild/nephew/niece's Christmas list that consists of 46 Minecraft or Elsa and Anna toys? Yup. Me too. Wanting to surprise them with something … [Read more...] about Outside the box gift ideas for children
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
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
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!
FresYes Families: How to host a stress-free holiday
I have hosted my family's Thanksgiving dinner for the last five years. I don't claim to be Martha Stewart. I don't make themed place card holders or pilgrim hats for the youngest attendees (my kid is … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: How to host a stress-free holiday
Places to Go: Trick or Treat Edition
Few American traditions are as highly anticipated by children as trick or treating on Halloween night. Personally, I love the concept of neighbors young and old participating in making the night fun, … [Read more...] about Places to Go: Trick or Treat Edition
Places to go: Warnor’s Theater for Phantom of the Opera
These days, our kids are so used to a media-filled world that reacts at the touch of a fingertip, blasting sounds, lights and constant motion I'd venture to say it's safe to say very, very few of them … [Read more...] about Places to go: Warnor’s Theater for Phantom of the Opera
Places to Go: Hillcrest Pumpkin Patch
At the beginning of the month, I posted about Single Palm Pumpkin Patch, a wonderful family attraction on the far West side of Fresno. For those of you located closer to the Eastern … [Read more...] about Places to Go: Hillcrest Pumpkin Patch
FresYes Families: Places to go (with your older kids!) Hobb’s Grove
For the second installment of my October "Places to Go" series, I can think of no better place to write about than the amazing, the horrifying and the elaborately perfect haunted attraction that is … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: Places to go (with your older kids!) Hobb’s Grove
FresYes Families: Places to go – Single Palm Pumpkins
Oh my goodness IT'S OCTOBER!!! My absolute favorite month of the year, hands down, no contest, the ultimate winner! Gorgeous weather, cool enough to sip warm coffee, the return of comfort foods (how I … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: Places to go – Single Palm Pumpkins
FresYes Families: Common Sense Thoughts on Common Core Standards
As both a parent and person who works in the field of education, I find myself particularly interested in changes in education processes, systems and standards, so of course, the new Common Core … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: Common Sense Thoughts on Common Core Standards
FresYes Family Fun: Check out the Discovery Center in September!
The Discovery Center is one of my son's favorite places to go in Fresno. Located on 5 acres of land that was once a brandy distillery and donated to the children of Fresno to become a park, The … [Read more...] about FresYes Family Fun: Check out the Discovery Center in September!
FresYes Families: 5 ways to welcome Fall (even when it’s still hot.)
A good friend of mine posted on Facebook over the weekend, "Finally! Sweatshirt and jeans weather in Oklahoma!" I couldn't help but laugh as a life-long Fresnan, knowing we likely have a good month … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: 5 ways to welcome Fall (even when it’s still hot.)
FresYes Families: Places to Go – The River Center
Have you ever been to the San Joaquin River Parkway and Trust River Center? Long name - really amazing place! I have to be honest - I'm not the greatest outdoorsy person and I tend to hide from … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: Places to Go – The River Center
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?