I know I should be telling you all how wonderful it is to live in Central California, home of the amazing, lusciously sweet California fig, but all I can think about is Fabio. Fabio Viviani, … [Read more...] about Here’s Your Chance to Meet Celeb Chef Fabio Viviani!
My Old Center of Fresno
While I am not a native Fresnan, I am pretty close. My mom & I moved to Fresno right before I turned 5 so she could go to Fresno State. Then love hit my mom's life & she married a local so we … [Read more...] about My Old Center of Fresno
FresYes People – Valerie Greene Trades Home Loans for the Life of an Artist
"Don't think about making art, just get it done. Let everyone else decide if it's good or bad, whether they love it or hate it. While they are deciding, make even more art." - Andy Warhol Andy … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Valerie Greene Trades Home Loans for the Life of an Artist
Coloring for Adults
I have this friend who likes to have game night at her house. She has tons of board games, and occasionally we’ll get together with a bunch of other friends and play games. It really is a lot of fun. … [Read more...] about Coloring for Adults
Top Dog: An Exclusive Chat with Victor E Bulldog III
I’ve been conducting interviews as a journalist since the junior high newspaper, and I can tell you that I experienced a first last week. I walked into an office at the Smittcamp Alumni House for a … [Read more...] about Top Dog: An Exclusive Chat with Victor E Bulldog III
Keep it Local – Three Ways to Celebrate National Root Beer Float Day
Did you know today, August 6, is National Root Beer Float Day? You do now! I don’t know about you, but by the time August rolls around in the Valley I’m looking for any way I can to cool off. If you … [Read more...] about Keep it Local – Three Ways to Celebrate National Root Beer Float Day
Help! I have no eyebrows! (My local permanent cosmetic experience)
I think it's safe to say that most of us have a thing or two about our appearance that make us feel a bit self-conscious. For me personally, one of the two biggest things for many years have been my … [Read more...] about Help! I have no eyebrows! (My local permanent cosmetic experience)
Great Landscape Architecture Boosts Hidden Gem in DTF
One of the more annoying questions posed to landscape architects has to be “What do you people do?” In most peoples’ imaginations they occupy a space somewhere in between Frank Lloyd Wright and a … [Read more...] about Great Landscape Architecture Boosts Hidden Gem in DTF
Community: Principal Lindsay Sanders Oversees Diversity in Harmony at Edison
One tiger, many stripes. At Edison High School, it's diversity that unifies. Just ask principal Lindsey Sanders. When it comes to talking about what makes her school great, diversity comes up a lot. … [Read more...] about Community: Principal Lindsay Sanders Oversees Diversity in Harmony at Edison
Supporting A Local Mom: Karyn Jakobs
One thing that I feel strongly about as a person is the idea of supporting one another. In my own life I have been supported in various areas, at various stages. It is that support and love that I've … [Read more...] about Supporting A Local Mom: Karyn Jakobs
La Leche League of Fresno
For this week’s post I’m going to be pulling out my mommy card and talk about breastfeeding. Now I’d like to preface this whole post by saying that I’m just sharing my experience. Each mom has to do … [Read more...] about La Leche League of Fresno
Etsy Loves Fresno – 2015 Edition
Just a little more than a year ago, I started writing for FresYes. It’s been so fun exploring all this city has to offer. My very first blog was about Fresno-themed items that you could find on Etsy, … [Read more...] about Etsy Loves Fresno – 2015 Edition
More Than Books: Six Reasons You Should Join the Fresno County Public Library
My earliest memories are of going to the library with my parents. When I was a baby and toddler we lived within walking distance of the Fig Garden branch library in Fresno and we walked … [Read more...] about More Than Books: Six Reasons You Should Join the Fresno County Public Library
Bravo Farms – more than a pit stop!
As I scroll through my Facebook and Instagram feed, seeing all the happy faces visiting various Central Coast beaches, I feel it is my duty to point out what is in my opinion, the best place to stop … [Read more...] about Bravo Farms – more than a pit stop!
Community: Rebecca Wheeler is Head of the Patriot Family at Hoover
When Rebecca Wheeler talks about Hoover High School, where she’s in her first year as principal, you get the feeling that she could speak indefinitely about the campus, students and staff. It’s easy … [Read more...] about Community: Rebecca Wheeler is Head of the Patriot Family at Hoover
FresYes and The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
In his Zen and The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, Robert Pirsig once said that the only way to really see America was on a motorbike, because to drive across the country was merely to engage in … [Read more...] about FresYes and The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
Cooling off Fresno one open house at a time!
This Sunday July 26th from 1 pm to 4 pm Fresyes Realty will be hosting three separate open houses, each with a special treat to help cool you off from the summer sun. At 2145 Lester Avenue, a … [Read more...] about Cooling off Fresno one open house at a time!
Community Events -July 24th
Music for Mutts When: July 25, 2015 6pm to 9pm Where: Toca Madera Winery Join us for a musical concert series to benefit the homeless animals at Valley Animal Center! Bring a blanket and … [Read more...] about Community Events -July 24th
FresYes People – SOARing to New Heights with Local Pole Vaulter Mallory Gilbert
Mallory Gilbert knows what it's like to soar. Involved in athletics from an early age, five years ago Gilbert turned her focus to pole vaulting and has been flying high ever since. But while her sport … [Read more...] about FresYes People – SOARing to New Heights with Local Pole Vaulter Mallory Gilbert
Shop (and workout) Local – Hart’s Haven Used Bookstore
Last Friday was my birthday. (Yay for being a year older!) I celebrated by visiting some of the places I love. I went to Teazers, Frosted Cakery, Dusty Buns, and then I visited a new favorite … [Read more...] about Shop (and workout) Local – Hart’s Haven Used Bookstore
Gazelle Gear – Your Next Essential Athletic Accessory
For such a low-tech activity compared to sports that require expensive gear, we runners sure can find ways to part with our cash if it makes our daily run a little easier. Functionality is key. Many … [Read more...] about Gazelle Gear – Your Next Essential Athletic Accessory
How to save money during a move
It's that time of year again, where the housing and home rental market is booming! Everyone who needs to move wants to do so and get settled prior to the start of a new school year and most … [Read more...] about How to save money during a move
3 ways to Get Your Kids Reading this Summer
So summer is about 1/2(or more) over. Now is when our minds slowly turn back to school. That means school supplies, clothes, and ... academics. This is the moment you may realize that your kids … [Read more...] about 3 ways to Get Your Kids Reading this Summer
Sportsman’s Warehouse, the New Kid In Town
When it comes to outdoors sporting goods stores here in FresYes for a long time there was only one real specialty store if you wanted hunting equipment. That store has some fishing … [Read more...] about Sportsman’s Warehouse, the New Kid In Town
FresYes People – Fresno Trainer Dina Juve Could Be the Next Face of Fitness
Dina Juve isn't sure where the title "Kettlebell Queen" came from, but she likes it. After all, it's an accurate moniker for the 41-year-old fitness expert, and longtime champion of the … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Fresno Trainer Dina Juve Could Be the Next Face of Fitness