Editors Note: What's This? Are we a book review website now? Well no. We're still doing all the great things you've come to love about FresYes. However, this is another book review from Emma. She's … [Read more...] about Book Review: This Is Where It Ends
North Fork’s Bandit Town, USA will ruin your life in the most beautiful way
The Bandit Town Labor Day Campout, Sept. 3-5, 2016 Bandit Town should come with a warning. Something to this effect: If you're restless, enter at your own risk. Because if you have even the … [Read more...] about North Fork’s Bandit Town, USA will ruin your life in the most beautiful way
Longtime Shelter Dog Needs Permanent Foster Home
Dexter, Longtime Shelter Dog Needs Permanent Foster Home Today, I’m going to do something a little different here on FresYes. Normally, I love talking about great organizations, fun stores and … [Read more...] about Longtime Shelter Dog Needs Permanent Foster Home
Every Kid in a Park Grants FREE Passes to National Parks and More!
Every Kid in a Park Last fall, my little family of three, along with the several of our friends and their families discovered a serious love for day hiking. I’ve blogged several times about our … [Read more...] about Every Kid in a Park Grants FREE Passes to National Parks and More!
Cook Local – Butternut Squash Soup Recipe
Cook Local - Butternut Squash Soup I have a deliciously easy, souper tasty fall soup to serve up to you today! At the farmer's market I'm starting to see loads of beautiful fall squash, … [Read more...] about Cook Local – Butternut Squash Soup Recipe
Unfinished Tupac Shakur Restaurant Comes to Life
Dear Afeni Shakur, We found something to live for! RIP, Fresno Unfinished Tupac Shakur Restaurant Comes to Life in One-Day Pop-Up Restaurant Take 3 Burgers will partner with Sam Hansen, … [Read more...] about Unfinished Tupac Shakur Restaurant Comes to Life
S21 Sushi and Sake Bar: He Said, She Said – Two first-timers review ramen
S21 Sushi and Sake Bar Full disclosure: I'm a picky eater. Chronologically, I'm 33. My appetite stalled somewhere around the age of 12. Chicken fingers? Yes, please. Grilled cheese? I'll have … [Read more...] about S21 Sushi and Sake Bar: He Said, She Said – Two first-timers review ramen
Rocket Dog Celebrates Anniversary with Tap Takeovers & Specials
Rocket Dog Gourmet Brats & Brew We here at FresYes love when a local business succeeds - particularly when that business is especially deserving of that success. A year ago, I told you about the … [Read more...] about Rocket Dog Celebrates Anniversary with Tap Takeovers & Specials
Three Ways for Families to Serve Others and Teach Gratitude in September
As I scrolled through my Facebook feed and read all-too-familiar status update from a fellow parent, "many back to school items purchased... very few thanks yous given" it struck me how important it … [Read more...] about Three Ways for Families to Serve Others and Teach Gratitude in September
Cook Local – Stuffed Greek Sandwich
Cook Local - Stuffed Greek Sandwich Sending you down to Eddie's Bakery today right at the corner of Cedar & Herndon today! While you're there eyeing all those yummy treats, I want you to … [Read more...] about Cook Local – Stuffed Greek Sandwich
Local Artist: Glass blower Cory Ballis
"It was a challenge. And I wanted to beat the glass and get it to do what I wanted it to do. You can't stop once you start. There's no time-outs" ****** Glass blowers: know one? Chances are, you … [Read more...] about Local Artist: Glass blower Cory Ballis
Visit Local: Selma
Last weekend my daughter and I went out of town. Okay, so it was only to Selma, but that still counts as going out of town, right? ;) My daughter has a love for theater. She's been a part of many … [Read more...] about Visit Local: Selma
Aji Sushi Does All-You-Can-Eat Right
All-you-can-eat sushi can be a tricky thing. I’ve always felt like the idea of a sushi buffet or a moving sushi bar is highly suspect. I’m always thinking: “How long has that raw fish been sitting … [Read more...] about Aji Sushi Does All-You-Can-Eat Right
Shaver Lake: The End of Summer Day Trip You Need in Your Life
Shaver lake Summer Day Trip With the school year starting back up again, and both my kiddo’s life and my own work life revolving heavily around the busy times of the school year – the past two … [Read more...] about Shaver Lake: The End of Summer Day Trip You Need in Your Life
Cook Local – Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
Cook Local - Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream We're in the dog days of summer now. The hot, hot days and it just doesn't cool down much at night yet. Do you know how to make it more bearable? Ice … [Read more...] about Cook Local – Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
Gone Fishing: The Weekday Rookie Angler
Working nights and fishing days. On most weekdays, the hours before work are spent running errands and going down the "To Do" list checking off tasks one by one. (For those who work a … [Read more...] about Gone Fishing: The Weekday Rookie Angler
Pet Medical Center and Spa
Last week I wrote about our family adopting two new doggies. After having to wait an extra week, this last Saturday we picked up our newest addition, Miss Claire! (As in eclair, which goes perfectly … [Read more...] about Pet Medical Center and Spa
Hobby Lobby has opened in Fresno! So, what’s the big deal?
I’m not a huge crafter, but I do have a need to go to Jo-Ann Fabrics or Michael’s from time to time, either for work or volunteer activities at my son’s school, and sometimes yes, even to attempt a … [Read more...] about Hobby Lobby has opened in Fresno! So, what’s the big deal?
G’s Creamery Brings New Sweetness to Fresno
Is there anything better than a great scoop of ice cream in the summer? (The answer is, “No, Joanne, there is not!) And sure, you can keep a quart in your fridge. But it’s definitely not the same as … [Read more...] about G’s Creamery Brings New Sweetness to Fresno
Cook Local – Garlic Shrimp Bowl
Cook Local - Garlic Shrimp Bowl This week I'm going to send you back out to the market at Pismo's Costal Grill. The reason I shop there for seafood and fish is because it's really fresh! … [Read more...] about Cook Local – Garlic Shrimp Bowl
We’re looking for People
Have you noticed in our tagline that the first thing we list is People? First and foremost, FresYes is about the People. The Places, the Lifestyle and of course the Homes are all important … [Read more...] about We’re looking for People
Fresno muralist Mauro Carrera
"You either have a blank book or you have a book that something was written. And it might have been something silly that was written. But you still wrote it, and you no longer have a blank … [Read more...] about Fresno muralist Mauro Carrera
Adopt Local: Animal Compassion Team
Animal Compassion Team of California There are two kinds of people in this world. Cat people and dog people. Sometimes someone fits into both categories, but usually, people pick a side. I am team … [Read more...] about Adopt Local: Animal Compassion Team
Grizzlies to host Taco Truck Throwdown & Mexican Baseball Fiesta
Taco Truck Throwdown & Mexican Baseball Fiesta At this point, the Fresno Grizzlies have become synonymous with tacos. To the point where the Fresno Grizzlies literally become the Fresno Tacos for … [Read more...] about Grizzlies to host Taco Truck Throwdown & Mexican Baseball Fiesta
Manhattan Beach: The CA Beach Vacation Destination Fresnans are Missing
One of the best things about living in Fresno, is that you are always within a tank of gas to majestic mountain destinations or beautiful, sandy beaches. Every now and then, I like to suggest … [Read more...] about Manhattan Beach: The CA Beach Vacation Destination Fresnans are Missing