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5 THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND, Jan. 3-5
Fields of Ice
Take advantage of local winter fun at the Fields of Ice skating rink, located at 716 N. Daubenberger Rd., Turlock.

Fields of Ice: Take advantage of local winter fun at the Fields of Ice skating rink, located at 716 N. Daubenberger Rd., Turlock. This family-friendly seasonal outdoor skating rink is open throughout the weekend with skating sessions at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. 2:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 5:30p.m., 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. weather permitting. For more information, visit turlockfieldsofice.com.

International Film: The State Theatre in Modesto will show “Sujo,” a coming-of-age crime drama and Mexico’s submission for the Academy Award for Best International Film, at 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Jan. 3, 11:30 a.m. Jan. 4 and 10:30 a.m. Jan. 5. This film is in Spanish audio with English subtitles. For tickets, visit thestate.org.

Citrus Trees: Citrus trees are the most popular fruit trees grown in California. Learn from the UCCCE Master Gardeners of Stanislaus County the best time to plant and prune, how to manage pests, and other tips to help you successfully grow your own delicious fruit during an event being held at 2 p.m. Jan. 4 at the Empire Library, 98 I St. For more information, call 209-524-5505.

Dungeons & Dragons: Teens seeking adventure can come play Dungeons & Dragons at the Salida Library at 2 p.m. Jan. 4. Players will learn team-building and problem-solving skills while engaging their imaginations in a safe, collaborative environment.  Participants need not provide anything but an open mind and an excitement for fun. No experience is necessary. For ages 13-18. The library is located at 4835 Sisk Rd., Salida. For more information, call 209-543-7353.

Pristine Seas: The Haggin Museum will present National Geographic’s Pristine Seas: Bringing the Ocean Back exhibit. The museum is open from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 3 and noon to 5 p.m. Jan. 4 and 5. The museum is located at 1201 N. Pershing Ave., Stockton. For more information, visit: hagginmuseum.org. 


Young Republicans take over downtown Turlock
Young Republicans
The Stanislaus Young Republicans group meet at Gray’s Tavern (Photo by Yoshi Trujillo).
The California Young Republican Federations expanded its presence in the Central Valley, chartering a new chapter in Stanislaus County earlier this summer.
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