This week the $25.00 gift card for P*DE*Q Corner goes to Jose for the pic, “My friends from Teocalli Cultural Academy getting ready to perform at the Fulton Mall during the El Grito event … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week Winner (9/27)
Drink Local- Raizana Tea Market
I wish I could say that I love coffee, because then I wouldn't have to search for fancy tea shops, I'd be happy with the local Starbucks. However, I do not like coffee. Well, I do like the smell of … [Read more...] about Drink Local- Raizana Tea Market
Fashion Project: Spin Designer Castoffs into Charitable Gold
As a lover of fashion, I hate to see nice clothes go to waste. That’s why I always try to donate items I no longer want to a local thrift store whenever I clean out my closet. But I would find myself … [Read more...] about Fashion Project: Spin Designer Castoffs into Charitable Gold
FresYes People – The Life of a TV News Anchor
For someone who interviews people for a living, Ashley Ritchie is quick to admit that she’s terrible at fielding questions when the tables are turned. But turn the tables we did. The resulting … [Read more...] about FresYes People – The Life of a TV News Anchor
FresYes Families: Common Sense Thoughts on Common Core Standards
As both a parent and person who works in the field of education, I find myself particularly interested in changes in education processes, systems and standards, so of course, the new Common Core … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: Common Sense Thoughts on Common Core Standards
WANTED: Unique Mexican Dining in Fresno
I cannot tell you how many times I get asked where people can find good Mexican food around Fresno. It's ironic, because my friends who've left the area always tell me how much they miss the great … [Read more...] about WANTED: Unique Mexican Dining in Fresno
Outdoors, We have an App for that…
Today as the world seems to get smaller and smaller, spinning faster and faster we seem to have an App for everything. Question is why? Better yet why didn't I think of this as soon as I learned Al … [Read more...] about Outdoors, We have an App for that…
FresYes! Featured Game of Week 3: # 54 (2-0) Fowler Redcats at # 10 (3-0) Liberty Hawks (Madera Ranchos, CA)
It was a perfect temperature night with a light breeze in the Ranchos of Madera on September 19th, 2014. The undefeated Liberty Hawks played host to the also undefeated Fowler Redcats. Fowler came in … [Read more...] about FresYes! Featured Game of Week 3: # 54 (2-0) Fowler Redcats at # 10 (3-0) Liberty Hawks (Madera Ranchos, CA)
Pic of the Week Winner 9/20
This week the $25.00 gift card for Sequoia Brewing Co. goes to Erin for the pic, “My 2 year old so, Owen, discovering Ronald McDonald for the first time with a very sweet gentlemen enjoying his … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week Winner 9/20
We need your opinion on our Newsletter
So, we have this tagline... FresYes! the people, the places, the lifestyle of Fresno It's just 9 words but it's not something we came up with lightly. Quite the opposite. We thought long and … [Read more...] about We need your opinion on our Newsletter
My Love Letter to the Fresno Grizzlies
As it says in my bio, I am “equally likely to be found wearing heels or a baseball cap.” So I’m going to take a break from all the pretty things to talk about what was heavy on my mind all day … [Read more...] about My Love Letter to the Fresno Grizzlies
Eat Local! Izi Sandwich Shop & Deli
Being a mom to picky eaters, I'm always looking for yummy places to eat out. That probably makes no sense, but since I'm usually eating Mac and Cheese for dinner (okay a bit of an exaggeration), I … [Read more...] about Eat Local! Izi Sandwich Shop & Deli
Pamper Yourself at Mystique Medical Spa and More
Last week, I featured some of the salons around town that my friends and I count on to make us feel beautiful. This week, let’s talk some more about being pampered! Mystique Medical Spa - Facials … [Read more...] about Pamper Yourself at Mystique Medical Spa and More
FresYes People – The Wunderkinds of Wedding Photography
Alex Taylor and Zach Saldana are the wedding photography duo known as Stella Lux. Or, as their website states: "Just two awesome dudes...Who love taking awesome photos...Of awesome people like … [Read more...] about FresYes People – The Wunderkinds of Wedding Photography
FresYes Family Fun: Check out the Discovery Center in September!
The Discovery Center is one of my son's favorite places to go in Fresno. Located on 5 acres of land that was once a brandy distillery and donated to the children of Fresno to become a park, The … [Read more...] about FresYes Family Fun: Check out the Discovery Center in September!
FTW: Food Trucks and Fresno State Bulldogs Football
Fresno State Athletics is offering pre-game activities this football season with their community tailgate on Bulldog Boulevard for all home games. Thankfully, there will be plenty of delicious food … [Read more...] about FTW: Food Trucks and Fresno State Bulldogs Football
Hey kid, take a hike!
Labor day weekend is always a one of the biggest backpacking weekends or the year, 2014 did not disapoint. My two oldest sons and I packed up for a few days in the wilderness, gassed … [Read more...] about Hey kid, take a hike!
A place for your stuff
Kids say the funniest things. This morning my son walks into my room to say good morning and then proceeds to ask me if I knew how to find inner peace. Not to deflate his perception of me knowing how … [Read more...] about A place for your stuff
The FresYes Garden: September
Fall has distinct planting benefits. Autumn's cooler air temperatures are easier on both plants and gardeners. The soil is still warm, allowing roots to grow until the ground freezes. In spring, … [Read more...] about The FresYes Garden: September
FresYes! Featured Game of Week 2: # 207 (2-0) Memorial Panthers at # 837 (0-2) Hoover Patriots
It was a warm and humid night for football at Sunnyside Stadium on September 11th, 2014. On an unparticular Thursday night, the Hoover Patriots hosted the 2-0 Memorial Panthers. Memorial is … [Read more...] about FresYes! Featured Game of Week 2: # 207 (2-0) Memorial Panthers at # 837 (0-2) Hoover Patriots
Pic of the Week Winner 9/13
Proof that you it's not always the cute kids that win. This week the $25.00 gift card for Wasabi goes to Tony for the pic, “Warner theatre in downtown”. Want to know how they did it? Read this … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week Winner 9/13
Confessions of a Central Valley Convert
This is a guest post from one of our readers, Molly DeFrank. Molly shares her account of how Fresno stole this So-Cal native's heart. We’ve all heard it: “You live in Fresno? Why?” Living in … [Read more...] about Confessions of a Central Valley Convert
Say cheese!!
Does anyone remember Olin Mills? What about Glamour Shots? Picture People? Remember the day when people would get dressed up and head out to the picture studio? There have been a smattering of places … [Read more...] about Say cheese!!
FresYes People – A Kindergartner Recaps His First Day
Forget it. Try as we might, as adults, it’s impossible to accurately recount how it felt to sling a backpack so large it could double as a pup tent during nap time over our shoulders and step into the … [Read more...] about FresYes People – A Kindergartner Recaps His First Day
Local Gals Reveal Favorite Beauty Places
When it comes to beauty services, word of mouth is a powerful thing. How many of us would risk our hair, nails, skin, etc. to strangers without the recommendation of a trusted girlfriend? So I’m … [Read more...] about Local Gals Reveal Favorite Beauty Places