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Camp comes to the Carnegie

Camp comes to the Carnegie

The Carnegie Arts Center is inviting families to experience a little bit of camp right in downtown Turlock. The Carnegie's next Family Friday series will include campfire songs and stories and even s'mores, brought to Turlock by the counselors of Camp Jack Hazard. This event is free and will be  held from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at the Carnegie, 250 N. Broadway. For more information, call 632-5761.   Read More
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Posted: jun. 04, 2013 11:30 p.m.

Columbia State Park offers glimpse into gold rush life

Columbia State Park offers glimpse into gold rush life

Columbia State Historic Park will be presenting “Diggins 1852,” its annual living history event this coming May 30 through June 2. Over 150 costumed volunteers will recreate the experience of an 1850's era mining camp in detail from the clothing, food and entertainment to the powerful stories of the early miners as they struggled to strike it rich.   Visitors will be able to meet the merchants, artisans and entertainers who ... Read More
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Posted: may. 21, 2013 11:37 p.m.
Back and Better: Chocolate Festival reaches 20 years

Back and Better: Chocolate Festival reaches 20 years

It’s almost here – and chocolate lovers can’t wait. The 20th annual Oakdale Chocolate Festival – known now as ‘Cowboys and Chocolate’ – will be staged in downtown Oakdale on Saturday and Sunday. This longstanding festival serves up something for everyone in the family and draws thousands of visitors annually to the Cowboy Capital of the World. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on ... Read More
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Posted: may. 14, 2013 10:41 p.m.
Former Turlock resident mines family saga for debut novel

Former Turlock resident mines family saga for debut novel

For Marylin Hayes-Martin inspiration struck on a flight to the Gulf Coast. Having turned the last page on “Cane River,” a family saga of four generations set in Louisiana, Hayes-Martin’s thoughts turned to her Cherokee-born great-grandmother and the line of women that grew in her wake in the Ozarks of Arkansas. “I knew I had all these great stories about these women and the hardships they endured,” Hayes-Martin said. “I said to ... Read More
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Posted: may. 07, 2013 11:09 p.m.
Club holds first annual garden tour

Club holds first annual garden tour

Spring has sprung, and for local gardeners and plant fanatics, there is nothing like taking a stroll through a perfectly manicured garden. In an effort to highlight the outdoor arts of Turlock, the Turlock Garden Club will present its first annual “The Joy of Gardening Tour,” from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. The tour consists of four different home gardens, each representing a unique theme based on accessories and floral ... Read More
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Posted: may. 07, 2013 11:07 p.m.
Livingston celebrates aerial delights with festival

Livingston celebrates aerial delights with festival

If Livingston residents see a giant octopus, a purple dragon, or a flying turtle in the sky on April 14, they shouldn’t be alarmed. It won’t be the strangest invasion from outer space. It will be the 2nd annual “Time to Fly” kite festival. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 14, the Livingston skyline will be filled with a bevy of kites as enthusiasts and novices alike gather at Livingston Middle School ... Read More
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Posted: apr. 02, 2013 7:52 p.m.
Victorian parade, egg hunts set for holiday weekend

Victorian parade, egg hunts set for holiday weekend

Those looking for treasure in Gold Rush country are sure to find it this weekend, as Columbia State Park hosts its annual Victorian Easter Parade and Egg Hunt. The historic state park that features a Gold Rush-era business district with preserved shops, restaurants and hotels will host a Victorian Easter celebration on Sunday. "Two to three thousand come to the park on Easter every year," said Columbia Chamber of Commerce President Gary ... Read More
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Posted: mar. 26, 2013 10:53 p.m.
Bring your Irish out this holiday with St. Patrick's Day events

Bring your Irish out this holiday with St. Patrick's Day events

It's that time of year again. The grass is green once again — and so is the town. Yes, St. Patrick's Day is here and with it the greening of food, beer and apparel. Everyone is a little Irish on St. Patrick's Day and there are a variety of events for Valley residents of all ages to participate in this holiday weekend.   Celtic Family Night at the Carnegie The ... Read More
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Posted: mar. 12, 2013 8:56 p.m.


Jennifer Lawrence highlights an Oscar night full of ups and downs

Jennifer Lawrence is a live wire. The "Silver Linings Playbook" Oscar winner livened things up back in the press room Sunday night after winning her award as Best Actress. As those who watched the 85th Academy Awards show know, Lawrence tripped and fell on her way up the steps to retrieve her statuette. A reporter with a thick accent asked her what happened and if she meant to do that. "Was it on ... Read More
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Posted: feb. 26, 2013 8:52 p.m.


Let the pros dress this season's star — the Christmas tree

For some, decorating a Christmas tree in their living room is one of the hallmarks of the holiday season. But for others, the actual process of figuring out the perfect placement of ornaments, lights and tinsel can be a real hassle. One Turlock store offers help for those looking to make the star of most holiday decors — the Christmas tree— a show stopper. “We offer fresh eyes to get a new ... Read More
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Posted: dec. 04, 2012 10:43 p.m.
Local dancers prepare for Holiday Bowl appearance

Local dancers prepare for Holiday Bowl appearance

The youth dancers of Fantazia Dance Productions received an early present this holiday season when they learned that they were accepted to dance during the Holiday Bowl in San Diego. Before the college level super bowl game the dancers will take part in the Big Bay Balloon Parade after taking master dance classes in San Diego. The girls will get a chance to strut their stuff, and perform before thousands of people during ... Read More
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Posted: nov. 21, 2012 1:23 p.m.

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