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
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 Friday Night Jams with The Green Giant Where: Tioga-Sequoia Brewing … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
Meet the comedy kings bringing national comics to Clovis for ‘Just the Tips’
[This is part two of Jol Devitro's "Laugh Opps" tour of comedy in the Fresno area. Read part one: Need a laugh? Here’s part one of your guide to comedy in the Fresno area] Midway through this … [Read more...] about Meet the comedy kings bringing national comics to Clovis for ‘Just the Tips’
Fresno School of Self Defense wants to teach you to protect yourself
Last month, FresYes Realty was invited to attend a demonstration by the Fresno School of Self Defense. The school is an off-shoot of Aikido of Fresno, where students learn Aikido, a traditional … [Read more...] about Fresno School of Self Defense wants to teach you to protect yourself
From Hollywood’s Spielberg to Fresno’s Domino, Ray Arthur has met a lot of cool cats
In his former role as Fresno’s Film Commissioner, Ray Arthur was used to spending time with celebrities of all stripes. Now in his current job working for Fresno's Department of Utilities, he finds … [Read more...] about From Hollywood’s Spielberg to Fresno’s Domino, Ray Arthur has met a lot of cool cats
Tamari Robatayaki and Whisky Bar brings a new style of Japanese cooking to Fresno
As someone who tries to keep an ear out for local restaurants and businesses opening, whenever I hear of a new place to eat that offers something different from anything I’ve tried before, I get … [Read more...] about Tamari Robatayaki and Whisky Bar brings a new style of Japanese cooking to Fresno
Stock up for National Popcorn Day at Grandpa’s Popcorn and Sweets
Nestled in a shopping center on First and Nees in Fresno is a little shop waiting to blow your mind. Locally owned, it's full of gourmet popcorn of every flavor imaginable, from Butter Rum to Caramel … [Read more...] about Stock up for National Popcorn Day at Grandpa’s Popcorn and Sweets
Bulldog baseball and softball teams prepare for the 2018 season, 10 and 20 years after winning it all
2018 marks 10 years since the Fresno State Baseball Team went from underdogs to wonderdogs and won the College World Series. It’s also the 20-year anniversary of the Fresno State Softball Team’s NCAA … [Read more...] about Bulldog baseball and softball teams prepare for the 2018 season, 10 and 20 years after winning it all
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
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 Fresno Filmworks presents Faces Places Where: Tower Theatre When: … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
Get your chicken tikka masala fix and more at Royal Taj Fine Indian Cuisine
January is the month of new beginnings, resolutions and, for me, food. Basically, I just eat my way through January. If you're like me and are looking for a local restaurant with delicious dishes … [Read more...] about Get your chicken tikka masala fix and more at Royal Taj Fine Indian Cuisine
Soak up mountain charm at distillery and art gallery Oakhurst Spirits
Last month, I headed to Oakhurst Spirits with two of my Oakhurst friends. I'd seen the place a few times as I drove past on my way to hike nearby. Craft distilleries are a growing trend with about 180 … [Read more...] about Soak up mountain charm at distillery and art gallery Oakhurst Spirits
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
Meet Carlanda Williams, Fresno’s ‘Magical Teacher’ who’s gone viral
If you spend much time on Facebook or watching videos online, chances are you’ve seen Fresno Unified third grade teacher Carlanda Williams in action. Last summer, Ms. Williams was recorded by her … [Read more...] about Meet Carlanda Williams, Fresno’s ‘Magical Teacher’ who’s gone viral
Need a laugh? Here’s part one of your guide to comedy in the Fresno area
As the new year gets underway in earnest and our holiday décor gets boxed up and shelved for another year, the reality of winter sets in. It’s cold(ish), the sun is reduced to the role of a special … [Read more...] about Need a laugh? Here’s part one of your guide to comedy in the Fresno area
Learn to make soup at Tree of Life
Downtown Fresno eatery Tree of Life Café and Bakery wants to help you learn how to make soup. The cooking class will take place Saturday, Jan. 13 at 6 p.m. Students will learn the ins and outs … [Read more...] about Learn to make soup at Tree of Life
Do something in Fresno: Jan. 8-11
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 • Women's Circle - New Year … [Read more...] about Do something in Fresno: Jan. 8-11
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. And don't forget Science Saturday happening tomorrow morning at Clovis Botanical … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
Get your noodle on at Ramen Ichiban Kan
"Noodles are not only amusing but delicious." —Julia Child It's officially ramen weather! Yes, we've all experienced the ramen in the styrofoam cups—the stuff that was invented by inventor and … [Read more...] about Get your noodle on at Ramen Ichiban Kan
The Annex Kitchen to be featured on “The Best Thing I Ever Ate”
I've long had an obsession with the show “The Best Thing I Ever Ate.” The original iteration of the show aired on The Food Network for many years, highlighting famous chefs' and Food Network … [Read more...] about The Annex Kitchen to be featured on “The Best Thing I Ever Ate”
New Wafflicious food truck is making mouths water beyond breakfast time
Wafflicious is a new Fresno-based food truck serving up delicious, custom-made waffle creations, and it's out to prove that waffles aren't just for breakfast anymore. I recently had the chance to … [Read more...] about New Wafflicious food truck is making mouths water beyond breakfast time
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
Do something in Fresno: Jan. 2-4
Every Friday I do a post about the cool stuff happening in the Fresno area. It's called "Here's what you should do this weekend," and if you're ever thinking there isn't anything to do in town, you … [Read more...] about Do something in Fresno: Jan. 2-4
Clovis Botanical Garden starts Science Saturday monthly events
"Dirt made my lunch" —The Banana Slug String Band In elementary school, the Banana Slug String Band really hammered in the point that food comes from the soil. The sad truth was my mom was only an … [Read more...] about Clovis Botanical Garden starts Science Saturday monthly events
FresYes guide to January races, runs and walks
Hello, 2018! It’s that time again—New Year’s resolution season. Is this the year you get fit? One way to get off to a good start is signing up for a local race. Every month FresYes puts together a … [Read more...] about FresYes guide to January races, runs and walks