It’s summer—time for long days at the pool, Grizzlies games, day trips to the beach, and . . . summer reading? The way you feel about summer reading probably depends on how you feel about reading … [Read more...] about Summer Reading – FresYes Style
One of FresYes’s best (yet little known!) kid’s birthday places
Last winter, my son was invited to a friend's birthday party to be held at California Pizza Kitchen, located on Blackstone and Nees in the Villagio Shopping Center. The party was set for 9:30am on a … [Read more...] about One of FresYes’s best (yet little known!) kid’s birthday places
FresYes in the Know: Where to watch fireworks 2015!
This year, there has been growing concern regarding fireworks shows combined with dry conditions caused by the current drought, which is certainly understandable. However, there are also droves of … [Read more...] about FresYes in the Know: Where to watch fireworks 2015!
Volunteer with Your Kids at Daniel Tiger’s “Be My Neighbor Day”
One of my biggest passions in life is doing things that make a difference, whether it’s for just one person, one group or a whole community. It’s a desire I think I learned from my parents at an early … [Read more...] about Volunteer with Your Kids at Daniel Tiger’s “Be My Neighbor Day”
FresYes Father’s Day Giveaway: Finalists
***UPDATE*** Congratulations to our first prize winner, Jason Ward and our second place winner, Steve Melton! Please contact us via email (fresyesnat at gmail dot com) to claim your prizes! This … [Read more...] about FresYes Father’s Day Giveaway: Finalists
Five ideas for Dad
Next Sunday, June 21st will be my seventeenth fathers day and unfortunately my first without my children who are on the adventure of a lifetime across the pond for 3 weeks in Europe with their … [Read more...] about Five ideas for Dad
FresYes Father’s Day Giveaway!
If you were hanging out with us last month, you know that we treated two special moms to some of the things moms enjoy most - a day at the salon, updated family pictures and a delicious home cooked … [Read more...] about FresYes Father’s Day Giveaway!
FresYes Favorites: Stitch Fix. Your own personal stylist, no Hollywood resume required
How much time do you have to dedicate to creating and layering items from your wardrobe to make outfits that you love? If you're anything like me, it's about 3-4 minutes as you tear through your … [Read more...] about FresYes Favorites: Stitch Fix. Your own personal stylist, no Hollywood resume required
Fresyes places: where to swim this summer
It's no secret that Fresno is known for toasty summers, but thankfully, you don't have to dig your own pool to find a great place to cool off in the water. The Fresno area offers multiple public swim … [Read more...] about Fresyes places: where to swim this summer
Day Trip Destination: Avila Beach, CA
If you ever paid attention to surveys about why people love Fresno, one of the most commonly listed reasons is for its convenient proximity to a multitude of great California places to visit. If you … [Read more...] about Day Trip Destination: Avila Beach, CA
FresYes Faves: 5 Bargain beauty finds worth buying
As your resident makeup junkie here in FresYes land, every so often I feel it's my duty to inform you of awesome beauty products I come across - particularly those that are friendly to almost … [Read more...] about FresYes Faves: 5 Bargain beauty finds worth buying
FresYes Families: Moms share the best advice they ever received
Everyone loves to pepper moms-to-be with advice. Most of it is well-meaning and comes from a place of wanting to spare new moms the frustration of learning things the hard way if possible, however … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: Moms share the best advice they ever received
FresYes Mother’s Day Giveaway: Finalists – your vote needed!
It is an honor to recognize eleven amazing and deserving mothers who have been nominated for the honor of receiving one of our two wonderful prizes for the FresYes Mother's Day Giveaway. Each of these … [Read more...] about FresYes Mother’s Day Giveaway: Finalists – your vote needed!
What Moms really want for Mother’s Day {+ a very special giveaway!}
Take a moment and think about this question: What do moms really want for Mother's Day? What came to mind? Was it jewelry? Giftcards? Flowers? Chocolates? Turns out, what moms really want is … [Read more...] about What Moms really want for Mother’s Day {+ a very special giveaway!}
FresYes Places: North Fresno Batting Range
A couple of weeks ago, I shared information about Future Prospects indoor batting cages and baseball training facility here on FresYes. A fantastic facility with lots to offer, and the advantage of … [Read more...] about FresYes Places: North Fresno Batting Range
FresYes Families: The perfect mom’s night out!
Everybody deserves a nice night away from the business of everyday life and the accompanying routines and I know for some moms, these nights can be few and far between. In many cases, a fancy, … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: The perfect mom’s night out!
FresYes Fun: Easter events around the Valley
If you're looking for some family fun for the upcoming Easter weekend, you're in luck because Fresno and the nearby surrounding areas have some great Easter egg hunts and events planned for you! The … [Read more...] about FresYes Fun: Easter events around the Valley
FresYes: 14 Places to go this Spring!
Two weeks ago, I requested your help in compiling the most awesome of all lists of Central Valley Spring activities and sights, and you did not disappoint! I was so pleased with your suggestions and … [Read more...] about FresYes: 14 Places to go this Spring!
FresYes Places: Future Prospects Baseball
For our family, and many others - as we greet spring, we also greet lots and lots of baseball hours. Whether it's watching our son play Cal Ripkin ball, taxiing him (and sometimes his buddies) to … [Read more...] about FresYes Places: Future Prospects Baseball
FresYes must see sights of Spring {contest!}
If you've been reading my weekly posts for a few months or more, you've probably caught on to the fact that my family and I love exploring the many offerings our Valley has to offer in … [Read more...] about FresYes must see sights of Spring {contest!}
Places to go: Enzo’s Table
As a lover of local food truck fare, I'd seen "Bella Frutta" listed on Dusty Buns and Casa de Tamales Facebook pages as a destination for their mobile eats, but I wasn't exactly sure where or what … [Read more...] about Places to go: Enzo’s Table
Kind Kids Club keeps kindness going
I think it's a safe bet to assume one of the things that makes a city great is people treating each other well, am I right? The story I'd like to share today, though personal in nature - is one I … [Read more...] about Kind Kids Club keeps kindness going
Hit the road: Morro Bay, CA
As much as I love Fresno, sometimes (like now with all the beautiful blossoms blooming and making me sneeze more than I care to tolerate) you gotta just hit the road and get out of town. A change of … [Read more...] about Hit the road: Morro Bay, CA
Places to go: Fossil Discovery Center
Last Thursday I had the opportunity to chaperone my son's class field trip to the Fossil Discovery Center in Chowchilla, CA. I'd heard of this place a number of times previously, but had this idea in … [Read more...] about Places to go: Fossil Discovery Center
Fresno and Surrounding Cities Working to Support Early Learning
Something very special is happening in Fresno right now - something you might be starting to feel the impacts of or right on the verge of witnessing it. Fresno is home to numerous educational … [Read more...] about Fresno and Surrounding Cities Working to Support Early Learning