Have you ever been kayaking? Did you know that there is a way to kayak on the San Joaquin River? Cherilyn shares her recent kayaking experience with us, and it sounds like so much … [Read more...] about Kayak Local: Fresno River Sport Center
FresYes People – Restaurant Makeover Winner Silvia Wahyudi talks Kikku’s New Look
Maybe you were a fan of Kikku Japanese Food before the restaurant won a $25,000 makeover from the Downtown Fresno Partnership. But the family-run business is sure to have many more fans now that the … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Restaurant Makeover Winner Silvia Wahyudi talks Kikku’s New Look
Grape Stomping Time!
This Saturday September 26th is CRU Wine Company's 6th annual Grape Stomp event. I've had the pleasure of attending this event several times and it is a smash! <-- see what I did there … [Read more...] about Grape Stomping Time!
Build Local: Fresno Ideaworks
Last month I had the opportunity to listen to a gentleman by the name of Scott Kramer speak at a homeschooling conference/workshop. From the moment I met him, I knew that he had a passion that he … [Read more...] about Build Local: Fresno Ideaworks
Shop Local: Dear Danger Mobile Boutique
I love food trucks. I think one of the best things that has ever happened to the Fresno food scene is food trucks! But I never imagined that the food truck trend would morph into something I think is … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Dear Danger Mobile Boutique
Get ready, The Big Fresno Fair is coming!
It's nearly October, and the Big Fresno Fair is just two weeks away! The Big Fresno Fair has something for just about everyone's interests and each year adds new exhibits, events and attractions in … [Read more...] about Get ready, The Big Fresno Fair is coming!
We need your vote! The Business Journal “best of” Survey
So there is this not so little "best of" survey going on right now. Its being brought to you by The Business Journal. It has 30 some categories you can vote for including things like, best catering … [Read more...] about We need your vote! The Business Journal “best of” Survey
The Park and the Person, Todd Beamer
All summer, I was on the hunt - toddler in hand - for the perfect park. It was a typical sizzling Central Valley summer, and I really wanted to find an alternative to heading to the local Target to … [Read more...] about The Park and the Person, Todd Beamer
Simple, delicate, roasted shrimp in your next kitchen
It is a rare day when I show a home to a buyer and they don't head straight for the kitchen before inspecting the rest of the home. No matter if the kitchen is large or small, it is the heart of the … [Read more...] about Simple, delicate, roasted shrimp in your next kitchen
FresYes People – The Artful Life of Robert Ogata and the Fig Tree Gallery
It was in the spring of 1962 that a group of local artists got together and did something crazy in the then-virtually-artless central San Joaquin Valley: they started a gallery. In search of a place … [Read more...] about FresYes People – The Artful Life of Robert Ogata and the Fig Tree Gallery
Macy’s Front Row Fashion is Coming!
The fashionable (or not so fashionable, like me) all know that New York has been in the midst of fall fashion week. And I am always sad to miss out on all the fashion fun. But not this year! Macy's … [Read more...] about Macy’s Front Row Fashion is Coming!
Sanger Unified School District – A Hidden Treasure
Fresno is growing by leaps and bounds. It really is becoming quite a big city. It is broken up into so many different areas, and one of those areas is Sunnyside (South East Fresno). Sunnyside is … [Read more...] about Sanger Unified School District – A Hidden Treasure
Community Events – September 18th
B3 (Beats, Bikes, and Brews) When: September 24th, 7:00PM-11:30PM Where: Frank's Place 1432 Fulton Street Franks Place again welcomes the Central Valley Biking community to join us for an … [Read more...] about Community Events – September 18th
Eat Local: Rocket Dog Brats & Brew
If I asked all of you what the right way to enjoy a baseball game was, I’m guessing most of you would say, “With a beer and a hot dog.” And if you’re a San Francisco Giants fan, you’d probably add, … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Rocket Dog Brats & Brew
Did you know? How to keep tabs on air quality & stay active in the Valley
There are many things I love about living in the Central Valley. Fresh produce year round, affordable housing, close proximity to both beaches and mountains, nice people... I could go on, but if you … [Read more...] about Did you know? How to keep tabs on air quality & stay active in the Valley
In freelancer’s heaven: the best local spots to get your work done
As a freelance writer, fashion blogger, busy mamasita, and shopaholic, I'm always in search of fun spots to get my work done. Sure sure, there's Starbucks and their fancy-pants fast WIFI, or the … [Read more...] about In freelancer’s heaven: the best local spots to get your work done
Community: Clovis North Principal Scott Dille
Scott Dille entered the Clovis Unified School District as a third grader at Nelson Elementary School and, with the exception of college, never left. A graduate of Kastner Intermediate and Clovis West … [Read more...] about Community: Clovis North Principal Scott Dille
Rough Fire – Health Caution
I love living in the valley for a lot of different reasons, one of which is being able to see the Sierra Nevada Mountains from pretty much any area of town. Lately that view has been obscured by … [Read more...] about Rough Fire – Health Caution
Shop Local: The Foundry Collective
I think the sign of the perfect store is wanting to buy everything inside. Or is that just the sign of a shopping addiction? Regardless, I think I found the perfect store last week during another of … [Read more...] about Shop Local: The Foundry Collective
College St. Fall Festival
I just recently discovered Mister Rogers Neighborhood is on Netflix. I was so happy about it that I made my 12 year old sit through an episode with me. I had always loved the show, and re-watching it … [Read more...] about College St. Fall Festival
Community Events -September 11th
Red Bull Athlete and Skate Jam When: September 12, 2015 Where: Todd Beamer Skate Park The Boardroom skate shop skate team and Red Bull athlete Emilio Fernandez will be there, … [Read more...] about Community Events -September 11th
Blaze Pizza’s Grand Opening with Free Pizza and a Giveaway!
Fresno has a new pizza place! Blaze Pizza just opened over by Fashion Fair Mall and they invited me in to try it. They focus on fresh ingredients and hand crafted food. Their main focus is pizza, as … [Read more...] about Blaze Pizza’s Grand Opening with Free Pizza and a Giveaway!
A Fresno Icon Hidden in Plain Sight: Pacific Southwest Building
I am not aware of a local contest for “The Most Interesting Man in Fresno” but I have to believe that Steve Skibbie would be the odds-on favorite. A resident of the Lowell neighborhood, a professional … [Read more...] about A Fresno Icon Hidden in Plain Sight: Pacific Southwest Building
FresYes Has Talent?
Got talent? FresYes.com is looking for you! No, we're not going to host a local game show (although that sounds like a lot of fun!) And we're not looking for singers, dancers, or juggling clowns … [Read more...] about FresYes Has Talent?
Home DIY: How to paint faux marble countertops to look like stone
Personally, I like older homes. I never wanted to own a brand new home. I know many people who do, and have, and really like them - but myself, I like the character of older homes. Our family's home … [Read more...] about Home DIY: How to paint faux marble countertops to look like stone