Fresno High School is our city's namesake campus. And it certainly represents Fresno well. With two new buildings added, and numerous improvements made, in 2013, the exterior is nothing short of … [Read more...] about Community: Historic Fresno High’s Principal John Forbes
Peak behind the scenes – property video shoot
Listings are brought to market without a sense of urgency or even a plan to create a sense of urgency, causing your home to sit on the market for an unnecessary amount of time, resulting in a lower … [Read more...] about Peak behind the scenes – property video shoot
Sing Local: Bach Children’s Choir
I have always been a huge supporter of the arts. Having grown up in the 80’s, all of the schools I attended encouraged art, drama, dance, and music. I remember having a piano in one of my classes, and … [Read more...] about Sing Local: Bach Children’s Choir
Storyland Reopening With More Magic Than Ever
What kinds of things do you remember from your childhood? What were the best times that you had? I remember going to Storyland. Visiting all the different exhibits and sticking a key into a box to … [Read more...] about Storyland Reopening With More Magic Than Ever
Meet PBS Kids characters & visit zoo animals Sat at ValleyPBS Kids Nite!
ValleyPBS and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are excited to announce an exciting, new event – ValleyPBS Kids Nite! Formerly known as Dino Nite, this new event will take place on Saturday, September 5 from 5 p.m. … [Read more...] about Meet PBS Kids characters & visit zoo animals Sat at ValleyPBS Kids Nite!
Kerman High School students go BIG
Here is the challenge... Do a search for Tom Hanks movie clips on youtube and then choose your one favorite clip. Tom Hanks movie clips are like a Pringles potato chips, you can't just have one (so … [Read more...] about Kerman High School students go BIG
FresYes People – Mendota Teacher Adrian Perez Talks About His Kanye West Classroom
As a kid, Adrian Perez played in bands and dreamed of being a rockstar. At some point it clicked that being a professional musician wasn't a realistic goal, so Perez turned to teaching. But he never … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Mendota Teacher Adrian Perez Talks About His Kanye West Classroom
Camp Kesem Follow-Up
Back in January I wrote a post about Camp Kesem. The camp was held a couple of weeks ago, and I wanted to give an update on how awesome it was! To refresh your memory a little bit, Camp Kesem … [Read more...] about Camp Kesem Follow-Up
Unique Shelter: An In-Depth Look at Valley Animal Center
PUPPIES!!!! KITTENS!!!! Haha, do I have your attention now? In all seriousness, I’m excited because I got to visit an awesome organization this week, and I can’t wait to tell you all about it! The … [Read more...] about Unique Shelter: An In-Depth Look at Valley Animal Center
Hit the park! #NationalDogDay
If you have been on Facebook at all today you most likely noticed an increase in the number of photos of your friends’ dogs. Personally I’m not sure how everyone seems to get their best friends to … [Read more...] about Hit the park! #NationalDogDay
Feeling warm and fuzzy and its not the heat!
I’m often asked why I put so much time and money into Fresyes.com ... what’s the underlying reason, what’s in it for me, and so on. The answer is pretty straightforward: I want to give back to the … [Read more...] about Feeling warm and fuzzy and its not the heat!
You need more Triangle in your life (Triangle Drive-In)
When I was in high school, a friend's mom used to pick us up burgers, chicken fingers and crinkle fries from Triangle Drive-In near Roeding Park on Belmont and 99. I always looked forward to seeing … [Read more...] about You need more Triangle in your life (Triangle Drive-In)
I’m New to Fresno. Now What?
This post is dedicated to Alyse, a 28 year-old grad student who just moved to Fresno from Texas last week. I met her at a service at People's Church this weekend. She asked what locals do for fun … [Read more...] about I’m New to Fresno. Now What?
FresYes People – Fresno Firefighter a Sign of Hope for Deaf Victims
Firefighters are called many things—heroic, strong, and fearless are the first that come to mind—because of the risks associated with their job. But while their brawn and bravery often define them, … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Fresno Firefighter a Sign of Hope for Deaf Victims
Community Events August 21st
The Women In Business Soiree When: August 22, 2015 5:30pm to 9:00pm Where: Hilton Garden Inn - Clovis, 520 W. Shaw Ave., Clovis, CA 93612 ABOUT THE WOMEN IN BUSINESS SOIREE The Women In … [Read more...] about Community Events August 21st
Tropical Island Shaved Ice
I realize that with the start of school, summer might seem like it’s over, but technically we still have a good month left of warm weather. (Living in Fresno, we know we really have a couple months … [Read more...] about Tropical Island Shaved Ice
Laugh Stand-Up Comedy: Roast for Timothy Kuckenbaker (TK)
Things I love. Cupcakes The smell of new books. Baby feet Laughing Some of my favorite people in the world are bakers, librarians, babies, and comedians. Beginning to see a … [Read more...] about Laugh Stand-Up Comedy: Roast for Timothy Kuckenbaker (TK)
Mother-Son Date Idea: Boomers
Did you go to Boomers as a teen? If you're my age, chances are you didn't - because you went to Camelot Park instead. ;-) (Same place, previous name for you young whipper-snappers.) What do you … [Read more...] about Mother-Son Date Idea: Boomers
The Big Book Sale at the Fresno County Library!
Books, books, books! I love books, a lot. I am not NerdMom for nothing;). We have 10 bookshelves and I am not allowed to really shop for books. I am limited to super special books or books I get … [Read more...] about The Big Book Sale at the Fresno County Library!
Community: From Kerman to Clovis, Clovis West’s Principal Marc Hammack
He may have started out as a coach, but Marc Hammack is in charge of a much bigger team now that he's principal at Clovis West High School. Growing up in Kerman, Hammack enjoyed high school, … [Read more...] about Community: From Kerman to Clovis, Clovis West’s Principal Marc Hammack
FresYes People – Fresno Teacher Alaina Tudman Goes Back to School
It's that time of year! Backpacks are getting stuffed with new notebooks and sharpened pencils, lunches are being packed and school buses are getting gassed up. Yep, school is back in session. And … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Fresno Teacher Alaina Tudman Goes Back to School
Back to School Traditions
Well friends, it’s happening, summer is coming to an end. This means a couple of things…No more trips to the beach, waking at noon, swimming at 1pm, playdates with friends, marathons on Netflix, or … [Read more...] about Back to School Traditions
Wait! What are they asking for that home?
For a lot of reasons today has been pretty darn exciting. We have listed some great new homes, received offers on others, and learned that our plans for our office have nearly been approved by the … [Read more...] about Wait! What are they asking for that home?
Make a Bucket List, Fresno-Style
I’m turning 30 in about 6 months, and a friend suggested a couple of weeks ago that I should make a list of things I wanted to do before I turned the big 3-0. A sort of bucket list for the end of my … [Read more...] about Make a Bucket List, Fresno-Style
Update: Major happenings at Chaffee Zoo’s African Adventure
Last week, along with three of my FresYes colleagues, I had the exciting privilege of being able to take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Fresno Chaffee Zoo's African Adventure expansion, while still … [Read more...] about Update: Major happenings at Chaffee Zoo’s African Adventure