As the new year gets underway in earnest and our holiday décor gets boxed up and shelved for another year, the reality of winter sets in. It’s cold(ish), the sun is reduced to the role of a special … [Read more...] about Need a laugh? Here’s part one of your guide to comedy in the Fresno area
Do something in Fresno: Jan. 2-4
Every Friday I do a post about the cool stuff happening in the Fresno area. It's called "Here's what you should do this weekend," and if you're ever thinking there isn't anything to do in town, you … [Read more...] about Do something in Fresno: Jan. 2-4
Fresno Flavor: Casa de Tamales
It's time for another episode of Fresno Flavor! In this episode, I celebrate the holiday season with a long-standing food tradition: tamales. Join me as I visit with Liz Sanchez, owner of … [Read more...] about Fresno Flavor: Casa de Tamales
Tired of feeling tired, rundown and unwell? Raw Fresno can help you with that
Last night, as part of ArtHop, Raw Fresno celebrated its first month of residence at its brick-and-mortar space in The Galleria at Civic Center Square (2405 Capitol, Ste. 103) in downtown … [Read more...] about Tired of feeling tired, rundown and unwell? Raw Fresno can help you with that
Fresno Flavor: Chef Paul’s Cafe
It's time for another episode of Fresno Flavor! It's the fourth episode and I'm heading to one of the best-kept secrets in town: Chef Paul's Cafe. Chef Paul Pearson has been serving up his … [Read more...] about Fresno Flavor: Chef Paul’s Cafe
There’s way too much happening this weekend
Every week, I put together a post letting you know what's happening over the weekend (please check it out—it takes forever to assemble). This week as I was putting together Friday's post, I … [Read more...] about There’s way too much happening this weekend
Fulton Street is open! Now what?
On Oct. 21, we celebrated the re-opening of Fulton Street, downtown Fresno’s main street. It was quite a party. We started with the obligatory speeches from elected officials and yours truly. … [Read more...] about Fulton Street is open! Now what?
9 ways to shop local this Small Business Saturday
We’re all familiar with the frenzy that is Black Friday, but how many of us are familiar with Small Business Saturday? Small Business Saturday is a movement to support local business owners during … [Read more...] about 9 ways to shop local this Small Business Saturday
Here’s what you should do this weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in Fresno and beyond. Don't forget the Fresno Film Festival starts tonight, and make sure to check out a … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
Want to be in the 88th Annual Downtown Fresno Christmas Parade?
The 88th Annual Downtown Fresno Christmas Parade will take place Saturday, Dec. 2, and you can be a part of the festivities. This year's parade theme is "A Funky Fulton Christmas"—a … [Read more...] about Want to be in the 88th Annual Downtown Fresno Christmas Parade?
Here are 4 fun Halloween activities happening before Oct. 31
So you have your Stranger Things costume and your Pinterest-inspired pumpkin and you're waiting for the big night. You know, Halloween—the night where you walk around the neighborhood, hitting your … [Read more...] about Here are 4 fun Halloween activities happening before Oct. 31
Here’s what you should do this weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in Fresno and beyond. Don't forget Corey Feldman is performing at Fulton 55 tonight. Yes, … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
Here’s what you should do this weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in Fresno and beyond. Check out our calendar for even more stuff to do. Friday Last Farmers Market of … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
More signs added to downtown Fresno, and they look awesome
With the grand (re)opening of Fulton Street a mere month away, things are really starting to happen on the former pedestrian mall. One of those things is new signage in what is now being referred to … [Read more...] about More signs added to downtown Fresno, and they look awesome
Here’s what you should do this weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in Fresno and beyond. Check out our calendar for even more stuff to do. Also, don't miss two free events … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
Draggin’ the Main cars and pop-up businesses wanted for Fulton party
Do you have a hot rod, classic or exotic car? When we officially re-open Fulton Street, we’re going to start the celebration with a car cruise, Draggin' the Main. The first group of cars through … [Read more...] about Draggin’ the Main cars and pop-up businesses wanted for Fulton party
Tacos for Houston: A way for you to help out Texans affected by Hurricane Harvey
Since Hurricane Harvey hit Texas, people across the country have been looking for ways to help their fellow Americans in need. Locally, a number of Fresnans have found creative ways to raise money … [Read more...] about Tacos for Houston: A way for you to help out Texans affected by Hurricane Harvey
After all this heat, you need to CHILL
So raise your hand if you kinda thought for a sec the extreme heat was over. I did. I admit it. Sometimes I'm stupidly optimistic like that. As anyone living through this week knows, mild … [Read more...] about After all this heat, you need to CHILL
Downtown Revitalization part 3: Get Involved
(Read "Downtown Revitalization part 1: Damn You, Dan Whitehurst!" here and "Downtown Revitalization part 2: Revitalization Begins October 21" here) As downtown begins its … [Read more...] about Downtown Revitalization part 3: Get Involved
Downtown Revitalization Part 2: Revitalization Begins October 21
(Read "Downtown Revitalization Part 1: Damn You, Dan Whitehurst!" here.) I know, I know. We’ve been talking about downtown revitalization for decades. But now it’s about to actually start. It … [Read more...] about Downtown Revitalization Part 2: Revitalization Begins October 21
Downtown Fresno Revitalization Part 1: Damn You, Dan Whitehurst!
I told my friend Dan Whitehurst that "Damn You, Dan Whitehurst!" would be the title of a chapter in my memoir (or is it autobiography—I get them mixed up). Since I haven’t written that book, I’ve made … [Read more...] about Downtown Fresno Revitalization Part 1: Damn You, Dan Whitehurst!
New Signs in Downtown Fresno Evoke a Past Era
Sharp-eyed Fresnans will have noticed new signage that has gone up on the corner of Tuolumne and Fulton streets in downtown Fresno. The street signs have a cool vintage look to them, with the outline … [Read more...] about New Signs in Downtown Fresno Evoke a Past Era
Here’s What Fresno Wants From its Public Market
Last week, I talked about the proposed downtown Fresno public market. Specifically, I talked about what I wanted to see in this market, then I invited you to add your suggestions. There were some … [Read more...] about Here’s What Fresno Wants From its Public Market
Design Your Dream Fresno Public Market
Last week I visited Seattle for the first time, and I was able to make several trips to the famous Pike Place Public Market. (Watching fish carcasses get thrown around is actually kinda gross — who … [Read more...] about Design Your Dream Fresno Public Market
Roll Me Some Brings a New Ice Cream Experience to Fresno
The folks behind a new local business are working to revolutionize your ice cream eating experience. Roll Me Some Artisanal Ice Cream produces ice cream in a completely different way than most of … [Read more...] about Roll Me Some Brings a New Ice Cream Experience to Fresno