My first Spartan Race was back in 2011, in Temecula. The racing series was fairly new back then and my friend and I signed up without knowing what we were getting ourselves into. On paper, it looked … [Read more...] about Fresno Fitness: Central Valley Spartan Athletes
Look and feel your best in 2016
Welcome back to your first work week of 2016! I know, I know...a little depressing, but do not fear. I've gathered up my favorite beauty items for you to stock up your makeup bag and vanity with, … [Read more...] about Look and feel your best in 2016
FresYes People – Downtown cafe Tree of Life to serve up fresh food and a fresh start
New year, new hope. The promise of a fresh start is what makes January 1st something to celebrate. There is no better time, then, to talk about a downtown Fresno cafe coming in early 2016 that … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Downtown cafe Tree of Life to serve up fresh food and a fresh start
Places to visit in 2016
Happy New Year!!! I'm the lucky one who was able to wish you a Merry Christmas, and now a Happy New Year! Wow-I get to share my holidays with all of you FresYes readers! I feel honored. … [Read more...] about Places to visit in 2016
Community Events – January 1st
Happy Neuter Year When: January 1st thru January 30th Where: Valley Animal Center - 3934 N. Hayston Ave Start off your pet’s year right! Get your male dog or cat fixed for just $20 this … [Read more...] about Community Events – January 1st
The Most Positive FresYes Moments of 2015
I can’t believe it’s time to say goodbye to 2015! Totally cliche, but true. It’s certainly that had its ups and downs, as every year does. But working for FresYes, I have the pleasure of seeing more … [Read more...] about The Most Positive FresYes Moments of 2015
Why You Should Go to Disneyland – without the kids!
Lately, the local news has been sharing a multitude of images of families enjoying snow play in the nearby mountains. It’s pretty great to live as close to a winter wonderland as we do, yet not have … [Read more...] about Why You Should Go to Disneyland – without the kids!
Fresno Fitness: This is how to keep your fitness resolutions!
Every beginning of the year, tons of articles come out with tips on how to achieve and stick to your “get fit” New Year’s resolution goals, and every year the advice is the same: bring with you a … [Read more...] about Fresno Fitness: This is how to keep your fitness resolutions!
Cocktail Countdown to 2016!
Christmas cocktails. Like music to my ears. Sometimes it's just the only thing that gets me through the nutty-ness of the holidays! I know by now you are probably feelin' the same way, too. So now … [Read more...] about Cocktail Countdown to 2016!
FresYes People – Local chocolatier Molucca Chocolate takes things from bean to bar
From Indonesia to Fresno. From bean to bar. From Molucca Chocolate to you. The co-founders of one local chocolate company like to keep things sweet and simple. Literally. Just one source and two … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Local chocolatier Molucca Chocolate takes things from bean to bar
Christmas Traditions
Merry Christmas!!! I hope everyone woke up to lots of presents under the tree, and stockings filled with more than just coal. ;) (Although, I know getting presents isn't what Christmas is all … [Read more...] about Christmas Traditions
FresYes Fun to Keep Your Guests & Family Entertained
First of all, let me wish all of you a Merry Christmas! Unless you’re reading this after the holidays. Then I hope you survived all the madness and had a great one! Either way, I know most of us are … [Read more...] about FresYes Fun to Keep Your Guests & Family Entertained
Fresno/Clovis Holiday Homes – Lighted Tour 2015
In years past, one of my favorite online posts to read was Mike Osegueda's Synced Light Tour. Having long been a fan of Christmas Tree Lane, I craved more lights, more music and more time in a cozy … [Read more...] about Fresno/Clovis Holiday Homes – Lighted Tour 2015
Fresno Fitness: The Dungeon MMA – Women’s Kickboxing Class
“Squat while you rest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lunges while you recover!!!!!!!!!!!!” After jabbing, crossing, hooking and uppercutting a heavy bag for a loooooooooonggggggg time and 60 minutes of martial arts … [Read more...] about Fresno Fitness: The Dungeon MMA – Women’s Kickboxing Class
Small town is cool again: where to take valley visitors during the holidays
Fresno isn't exactly considered a small town by any means - with a population of over 520,000 it is the fifth largest city in California, and the 34th largest city in the entire nation! But for some … [Read more...] about Small town is cool again: where to take valley visitors during the holidays
Shop Local And Vintage: Yoshi Now!
A couple of weeks ago, my family said goodbye to my uncle. As I was thinking about some memories of our time together, I remembered how he had once taken me on a thrift store adventure. He was looking … [Read more...] about Shop Local And Vintage: Yoshi Now!
FresYes People – Master of Mmm-Mmm merriment Nate Butler
Nate Butler. Name sound familiar? Chances are, if you’ve gone out in Fresno at all in that last quarter century, he was in the band who's show you went to, a part of the cast of the play you … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Master of Mmm-Mmm merriment Nate Butler
Shop Local: Find a Meaningful Treasure at Three Graces
One of my favorite things to do when I have some free time is to wander different parts of Fresno, because you never know what you might discover. I even found this to be the case recently at River … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Find a Meaningful Treasure at Three Graces
The FresYes 10 Days to Christmas Kindness Challenge
I'm a sensitive person with a pretty soft heart year 'round, however, come Christmas time I'm pretty much a hot mess of either sentimental tears or holiday joy on a level rivaling Buddy the Elf. (I … [Read more...] about The FresYes 10 Days to Christmas Kindness Challenge
Beating the winter with my favorite places to snuggle up.
You guys, I have a confession. Winter in the valley really gets me down. I know I'm a total wimp, and I could be living in Minnesota somewhere, shoveling snow and strapping chains onto my car - but … [Read more...] about Beating the winter with my favorite places to snuggle up.
Fresno Fitness: Fightgirl Fitness – Grand Opening
First thing you notice when you walk into Fightgirl Fitness, are the pink walls, the pink punching bags and the big power rig. Second thing you notice are the strong, confident women that hang out … [Read more...] about Fresno Fitness: Fightgirl Fitness – Grand Opening
Holiday Driving 101 with CHP Officer Johnny Fisher
It’s that time of year again. A time when we all hop in our horse-drawn carriages (cars) and go bouncing off over hills (the Grapevine, perhaps?) and through snow (fog) to get home for the holidays. … [Read more...] about Holiday Driving 101 with CHP Officer Johnny Fisher
Shop Local: Stocking Stuffers Under $20
It’s my favorite time of the year! I have a serious gift-giving addiction, which means I love, love, LOVE Christmas. As such, I’ve been done with my holiday shopping for weeks. So I decided to turn my … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Stocking Stuffers Under $20
Scholastic Warehouse Sale! (It’s like Black Friday for books!)
Book lovers rejoice! It's the most wonderful time of the year! Well, yes - it's that Christmas-y time of course, but it's also time for the semi-annual Scholastic Books Warehouse Sale in Fresno! I … [Read more...] about Scholastic Warehouse Sale! (It’s like Black Friday for books!)
4 Holiday Getaway Day Trips
Some of my favorite memories growing up in the valley have to do with holiday traditions. From the downtown, small-town Christmas parades, to the walks and rides down Christmas Tree Lane, and even … [Read more...] about 4 Holiday Getaway Day Trips