Okay, I have to tell you about the amazing experience I had last week. Poor me, I had the daunting task of having to travel to sunny Miami, Florida, for the Gary Vaynerchuk Agent … [Read more...] about Put yourself out there, and you just might meet your heroes
Do Something in Fresno: Jan. 29-Feb. 1
There are cool things happening all week long in the Fresno area. Any day of the week, you're sure to find something fun going on. So, do something! Monday • New Rock 104.1 Queens of the Stone … [Read more...] about Do Something in Fresno: Jan. 29-Feb. 1
Elton John’s “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” tour coming to Fresno
Elton John announced his retirement from touring today, but he's going out with a bang. The 300-date Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour will begin later this year and end in 2021. John, who is 70, … [Read more...] about Elton John’s “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” tour coming to Fresno
Central California Women’s Conference invites Valley non-profits to apply for a share of $100,000
The Board of Directors of the Central California Women’s Conference (CCWC) is seeking local community benefit organizations serving women and children to apply for a share of $100,000 in available … [Read more...] about Central California Women’s Conference invites Valley non-profits to apply for a share of $100,000
Do Something in Fresno: Jan. 22-25
There are cool things happening all week long in the Fresno area. Any day of the week, you're sure to find something fun going on. So, do something. Monday • Painting with … [Read more...] about Do Something in Fresno: Jan. 22-25
Do Something in Fresno: Jan. 15-18
There are cool things happening all week long in the Fresno area. Any day of the week, you're sure to find something fun going on. So, do something. Monday • Martin Luther King Day March … [Read more...] about Do Something in Fresno: Jan. 15-18
Fresno Flavor: Benaddiction
It's time for another episode of Fresno Flavor! In this episode, I get up early (really early) and head to rock-n-roll breakfast spot Benaddiction in northwest Fresno. On the menu? An Eggs Benedict … [Read more...] about Fresno Flavor: Benaddiction
Volunteers needed to install smoke alarms in Valley homes
If you're looking for a way to volunteer your time in the new year, the American Red Cross has an opportunity for you to do just that. The MLK Sound the Alarm, Save a Life Service Event will take … [Read more...] about Volunteers needed to install smoke alarms in Valley homes
Tacos, hiking, and ghosts: What Fresnans were obsessed with in 2017
I love end-of-the-year posts. Best of, worst of, most this, most that—I just really like lists and summing things up. So here is my contribution to the tradition: A list of the most-read … [Read more...] about Tacos, hiking, and ghosts: What Fresnans were obsessed with in 2017
11 things I’ve learned while losing 135 pounds
I feel great. Long gone are the digestive issues, chest pains, general lethargic feeling, and shortness of breath I would have from just walking up a flight of steps. There is no longer a need to … [Read more...] about 11 things I’ve learned while losing 135 pounds
These are Fresno’s top 5 favorite Christmas movies
Earlier this week I took a very unscientific poll. I asked people on Facebook to name the Christmas movies they HAVE to watch every Christmas. Per your answers, here are Fresno's top 5 Christmas … [Read more...] about These are Fresno’s top 5 favorite Christmas movies
Grizzly Fest goes bigger—and north
The line-up for the annual Grizzly Fest has been announced, and with performers like Snoop Dog, Nas, and Foster the People headlining, the festival is bigger than ever. It's not just the … [Read more...] about Grizzly Fest goes bigger—and north
Fresno Flavor: Casa de Tamales
It's time for another episode of Fresno Flavor! In this episode, I celebrate the holiday season with a long-standing food tradition: tamales. Join me as I visit with Liz Sanchez, owner of … [Read more...] about Fresno Flavor: Casa de Tamales
Fresno attorney and judge pens mystery novel
Fans of mystery novels, there's a new book available, and it has a local connection. Fresno attorney James A. Ardaiz, former presiding justice of the California Fifth District Court of Appeal, has … [Read more...] about Fresno attorney and judge pens mystery novel
Check out the films from Swede Fest 17
Last Sunday, Swede Fest 17 was held in the Tower Theatre in Fresno. We covered Swede Fest and its origins pretty extensively in this post and this post, but for you visual types, ValleyPBS has put … [Read more...] about Check out the films from Swede Fest 17
Set an alert: FresYes Fest 2018 is a go
I know. "Set an alert" sounds goofy, but I'm working on the assumption that maybe six people reading this still have a physical calendar they can mark. FRESYES FEST. You know it, you love it. You … [Read more...] about Set an alert: FresYes Fest 2018 is a go
Feeling down? You need some Positive Hennergy
I feel like FresYes has written enough articles about Sam Hansen that he doesn't need much of an introduction at this point, so I'll just throw out some key phrases and let you fill in the … [Read more...] about Feeling down? You need some Positive Hennergy
Call the sitter: it’s Fresno Adult Prom night
Have you ever wished you could go back in time and relive your prom? Or at least try again with better hair and makeup? Now's your chance! Taking place at The Grand 1401 on Fulton St., Fresno Adult … [Read more...] about Call the sitter: it’s Fresno Adult Prom night
Fresno Flavor: Chef Paul’s Cafe
It's time for another episode of Fresno Flavor! It's the fourth episode and I'm heading to one of the best-kept secrets in town: Chef Paul's Cafe. Chef Paul Pearson has been serving up his … [Read more...] about Fresno Flavor: Chef Paul’s Cafe
There’s way too much happening this weekend
Every week, I put together a post letting you know what's happening over the weekend (please check it out—it takes forever to assemble). This week as I was putting together Friday's post, I … [Read more...] about There’s way too much happening this weekend
17 Swedes to watch (aka movie parodies) before Swede Fest 17
There are two weeks left before the Dec. 4 deadline to submit a Swede for Swede Fest 17, which is still plenty of time to put something together. Instead of screaming about politics with your family … [Read more...] about 17 Swedes to watch (aka movie parodies) before Swede Fest 17
Get to know Michele Reher, 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 Michele Reher, your FresYes Realty agent
HGTV realtor attends FresYes Realty Broker’s Open
On Wednesday, I held one of those events I truly love to do: a Broker's Open with a twist. The twist in this case was a talk given by Herman Chan, a Sotheby's agent who is a rock star in the … [Read more...] about HGTV realtor attends FresYes Realty Broker’s Open
Get your tickets now: Benefit concert for Tokyo Garden is Dec. 9
A concert to benefit the owners of Tokyo Garden has been scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 9, at Fulton 55 in downtown Fresno. The Fresno Bee reported in September that Tommy Yoshioka, who owns and … [Read more...] about Get your tickets now: Benefit concert for Tokyo Garden is Dec. 9
Fresno Flavor: Take 3 Burgers
It's time for another episode of Fresno Flavor! In my third episode, I'm heading to the newly reopened Fulton Street to check out a burger restaurant that has been thriving in downtown Fresno since … [Read more...] about Fresno Flavor: Take 3 Burgers