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March 15 - Colin Quinn – Long Story Short– Gallo Center

March 9 – Martha Davis and the Motels– State Theatre

March 10 – Daniel Castro Band– West Side Thaatre

March 23 – Hooten Hallers– Fat Cat Music House

March 18 – Modesto Marathon– Downtown Modesto

March 23, 24, 30, 31 at 7:30 p.m. & March 25, April 1 at 2:00 p.m March Mad-ness of Lady Bright and 3 short plays – MJC

March 9 – Salvador Santana & Band with Latin Essence & Blanca – Fat Cat

March 17 – St. Patrick’s DayLuckyfest Downtown Modesto, P WexfordsMAMA Winning St Patricks Day Fest

March 27 – 5 Finger Death Punch & Soulfl y– Modesto Center Plaza

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Our friend the Modesto Arch is 100! The Chamber of Commerce is 100! What does this mean? It means that it is really fun to discover a lot of our history. It has been 50 years since “Where Were You in 62?”, the generation that George Lucas wrote about in American Graffiti. Modesto history is interesting and we have a community that is discovering how interesting our history is and how many in-novations and firsts were here in our fine city. One of the most fun times of the year to be a Murphy is St. Patrick’s Day when everyone is Irish for a day and feel like relatives. Modesto does St. Patrick’s Day right as you will see in this month’s ModestoView and in our calendar. Spring always feels good in the greater Modesto area, but this unusually nice winter have given us a “bonus spring”. Now is the time to really explore our city. The days are getting longer, evenings brighter and not so hot so that patio dining at our local restaurants is just perfect. Back in 1997, I started ModestoView to create a place where people can find out what is happening in Modesto and create a dialog in our community to make it better, more vibrant and create a sense of civic pride. I wanted my kids to know they are growing up in an interesting place. Now 15 years later, I am so happy with the new feeling we have helped create in Modesto and have met so many people in our area that really are making a difference. Thanks to all of you, we have a conversation that is amazingly positive and loaded with possibilities as we begin to “reopen” our downtown, showcase local businesses and dining all over Modesto, help people find places they didn’t know about, listen to a local musi-cian they have never heard of before or discover an amazing new artist. Modesto View readers are the best people in town and together we can continue to do some really cool stuff. Huge thanks to our awesome team of writers and contributors! These are some of the most interesting people as they are the ones that are actually out there helping to create the cultural scene. They are the artists, the promoters, the performers and the dreamers. Our Senior Editor, Ruben Porras is out there in town looking for you and to help show the beautiful and creative side of Modesto so look for him, our ModestoView banner and the people and places that make this living fun. The most important part of this is you, the reader and the advertiser. Thank you foryour insight, advertising, information and the conversation. It is up to us to create a positive and creative Modesto and to change the way we do things. Let’s keep the creative conversation going so we can be an even better Modesto, USA – A Classic American City. ChrisMurphyFounder and Publisher, [email protected]

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February 25th was a special day for us. Just a few days prior to that date we blasted out a casting call for Modesto residents to join together to create a photo to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the famed Modesto Arch. We were joined by a group of people that made the shoot feel like a fun family reunion. We had bicyclists, roller derby girls, belly dancers, some great kids, a couple of dogs, a Stormtrooper, an accordion player and more in the group. We are proud to call you all family. Thank you for joining us. Diversity, positivity and teamwork will keep us all moving forward!

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Springtime is good for the local art scene. March opens with the Faces of Clay/Almond Blossoms Central California Art Association members show at Mis-tlin Gallery through March 16, followed by the annual Fabric Art Show begin-ning March 20 by CCAA and Crossroads Country Quilters. Faces of Clay, includes an invitational sculptural element added to the quarterly members show. Applications for the Central California Art Association annual juried Spring Show are due March 17. Spring Show runs May 1 to June 14. Applications are available at Mistlin Gal-lery, or from Artel Art Center in McHenry Village. Modesto Art Museum has a March 10 application deadline for World Mini Art Expo. Th is show is limited to works in a 7 x 7 inch overall size. Show opens at McHenry Museum, April 3. Modesto Art Museum board recently announced a “no dues, free membership” policy. Check their web site, send in an email, and you can be a mem-ber too. http://modestoartmuseum.org for more details.Café Deva has its second art display for 2012. Jim Christiansen is featured, with guest artists Modesto art icon EdCesena, and Jennifer K. Machado. Th is show re-places the great photo show by David Schroeder. Mark Holden paintings are featured at Th ursday Night Ramble shows.Beware the Ides of March. Th e new map for the Downtown Modesto Th ird Th ursday Art Walknotes a new gallery at 13th and J, open three days a week. Th e new ven-ue is a consignment gallery with a 30 per

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cent commission charge to artists seeking a place to hang their works. You can pick up a new Art Walk Map at the kiosk at Beckle’s Candy, Picasso’s on Tenth, the Downtown Improvement District offi ce and other locations. Drop in at Anderson’s Frame Shop, Intrinsic Elements, Crow Trading Co., Barkin’ Dog Grill, Serrano Social Club, the Chartreuse Muse and the CSUS student Gallery 909.On St Patrick’s Day, enjoy the street art of Lucky Fest’s 25 street pubs, each a diff erent design created by local artists.Stanislaus Artists Open Studio Tour map/booklets are available for purchase at $10 each. You can pick them up online, by phone order at 209 222 TOUR, or from lo-cations like Mistlin Gallery and Chartreuse Muse. Th e Tour is April 14 and 15, and each map/booklet has one entry form for the purchase prize award winner give-away drawing. 75 artists are on the tour. http://stanislausaos.wordpress.com

Check out these regional visual arts events. Merced Art Hop, comes up every couple months. Sonora has Second Saturday Gal-lery Night. First Friday is Art Hop in Lodi. Check in with Artists of Modesto facebook page to keep up with regional art events. March is oft en the start of a new round of classes in the visual arts at Artel Art Center, the Chartreuse Muse, Mistlin Gallery. Ar-tel is also off ering studio time in their class workspaces. Life drawing continues at the Chartreuse Muse upstairs studio Tuesday nights, and costume models pose now at Mistlin on fi rst and third Th ursdays.

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The Modesto ArchBy: Wayne Mathes

The Modesto arch was erected in 1912 as a way to promote Modesto to the motorists driving highway 99 and to the citizens of California. Its photograph or illustration became a part of promotional materials touting the virtues of living in and around Modesto. Today, it uniquely symbolizes the hopes of Modesto of the past and its promises of the future. In 1911, the Booster Club of the Modesto Business Men’s Association, which later became the Modesto Chamber of Com-merce, obtained the approval of Modesto’s City Council to construct an “Ornamental

and Electric Arch” over I street where it crosses 9th street. Th e slogan for the arch was determined by a contest. It was lim-ited to four words. First prize of $5 went to “Nobody’s Got Modesto’s Goat” However, due to some opposition, the second slogan: “Water, Wealth, Contentment, Health” was chosen. It was submitted by postman Sam R. Harbaugh, who won $3. Th e arch, designed by Bernard Joseph of San Francisco, is constructed of steel and anchored by two columns composed of bricks and mortar and covered with a scored stucco to look like stone. It is 75 feet wide, 25 feet tall at its highest point with 12 foot columns at each end. Atop the columns were two fl ag poles which then would bring the height to some 30 feet.

Th ey were removed at a later time probably due to rot. It is illuminated with 348 light bulbs on each side. In 1934 it was moved to the west to accommodate the widening of 9th Street. Th e original slogan was intended to read “water wealth” as one phrase meaning an abundance of water and then contentment, and health. Today, that subtlety has been lost. In the 1960s, there were some who wanted it demolished. Fortunately, that did not happen and now there is an eff ort to re-store it back to its original glory for it 100th birthday this year. It was dedicated on March 9, 1912.

Happy Birthday to the Modesto Arch! Th e Modesto Arch has seen it’s popularity and respect skyrocket recently. Not only has it been proudly guarding the entrance to Modesto, welcoming people to our city for 100 years. Our slogan Water Wealth Contentment Health still stands true today. Th e arch has been celebrat-ed, moved, and visited by people from around the world. Not only that, it was visited by aliens in it’s most famous intergallactic appearance in the animated Dreamworks fi lm Monsters Vs. Aliens. Recently, when there was even a whisper about changing the slogan on the beloved arch, Modestans rushed to defend our wonderful welcome icon. March 9, 1912 was the actual dedica-tion date and this month, we celebrate the Modesto Arch with history from McHenry Museum director Wayne Mathes and with artistic interpretations from local artists.

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St. Patrick’s Day has always held a spe-cial place in my heart. Perhaps it’s the fact that I am a good portion Irish and like the notion of celebrating my heritage. Or it might be that with my lovely (totally natural) red hair I look especially fetching in green attire. But it’s likely the fact that good ol’ St. Paddy’s Day revolves exclu-sively around drinking, a traditional Irish pastime I gladly practice. And though I’ve never fi gured out whose genius idea it was to make cabbage a food staple on a beer-based holiday, St. Paddy’s always promises a fun time. P. Wexford’s Pub is a renowned location for Modesto’s Erin go Bragh fes-tivities.P. Wexford’s has an impressive 23 beers on tap and 25 taps in total. Th e remaining two taps are a hard cider and Jameson Whis-key. Th at’s right: Jameson freaking Whis-key on tap. Th e beer selection is rotated oft en,occasionally daily, but never fear, the Jameson is there to stay. Th eIrish pub not only boasts an excellent beer selection, but also a great bar-menu spread, a healthy scattering of sports-playing fl at screens (in-cluding one out on the sizable back patio), an unoffi cial steel-tips dart league, very at-tractive waitresses, a big fat fi replace, and did I mention the Jameson tap?Ron Hurst has been the Operational/Nighttime Manager/Jack-of-all-trades at P. Wexford’s for the last six years. I have been told, on more than one occasion, of Hurst’s extensive beer knowledge, and he did not disappoint. I did admit to Hurst that I am not the most avid of beer drinkers, but he was quickly able to fi nd me brew I liked and even off ered to blend two together to fi nd an ideal taste. Hurst states about P. Wex: “Th ere’s an atmosphere here you can feel, and there’s never a reason not to talk to someone.” I wasunder the impression that P. Wex was exclusively a beer bar, which, Hurst in-

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P WEXFORD’S PUBformed me, is not the case. Wine, liquor, along with a substantial selection of whis-key cater to anyone with, as Hurst put it, a “thirst for life”—life, of course, meaning alcohol. I’ve long heard P. Wex has a good selection of whiskey, which Hurst claims is “not enough,” but he’s lying because there’s more than enough. Not including that lovely Jameson tap. Where did the name P. Wexford’s originate you ask? It’s a rather complex story, so try to stick with me: Previous owner Patrick Johnson threw a dart at a map of Ireland, and the dart stuck in Wexford. And thus, a Modesto-favorite bar-name was born. St. Patrick’s Day is, naturally, P. Wex’s biggest day of the year. Th e Best Small Event MAMA award winning bar remains packed throughout the day and everyone, has Hurst puts it, is “in the right atmos-phere” for the drinking holiday. Th ere will be considerable pub fun on March 17th, so be sure to plan your day accordingly.And remember, when someone wishes you well on St. Patrick’s day to respond with a smile the traditional Gaelic response: “Pug Mahone**!” And also remember to never trust an Irishman.**Not a traditional St. Patrick’s Day phrase.

Your P. Wex WeeklyTo-Do List:Monday: Monday night football (and weekend recovery day)Tuesday: Trivia night & Irish pint night! Specials on all Irish beers on tapWednesday: Live music with Neil BuettnerTh ursday: Th e Modesto-famous Pint-Night and Johnny & KellyFriday: Live music with Rick BarnesSaturday: Live musicSunday: Football Sunday and breakfast (9 am- 11 am) www.pwexpub.com209.576.79393313 McHenry Ave., Modesto

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I am looking out the window of a sand-wich shop on the corner of J and 10th Streets right now and the streets are almost empty. I try my best to support local es-tablishments when I can but I am learning that downtown Modesto comes to a virtual standstill on Sundays. Th is is the only place that is open that has a wi-fi connection so it will have to do. I just happen to have a fi ve-dollar bill in my pocket. Th e only problem is that it is going to take me all day to get this foot long song out of my head. Th at’s not good. Th is has been a crazy month. Th e best part of what I do for this magazine is the diversity of things I have the opportunity to enjoy. February wrapped me up in my nic-est duds for a movie premier, rocker gear for a night with Social Distortion and I will most likely break out a feathered mask for Fat Tuesday in a couple of days. Modesto will rock to life this month as we usher in the sun for beautiful spring days. Th ere will be more walks downtown for me

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W By Ruben Porras/ModestoFamousand more events to enjoy. St. Patrick’s Day will be as lively as ever this year with a nice list of things to do to have a great time. One of the coolest St. Paddy’s events that I have heard about this year is an event called Shamrock’d that will take place at Vintage gardens on Dale Road. Families are wel-come at the event from 12pm-8pm and there will be plenty for them to do. Rock-star energy drinks is sponsoring a battle of the bands competition during the event which is designed to provide a chance for the youth in our community to shine. We have been following a band called High Voltage lately and it will be awesome to see these kids tear up the stage at this event. For those over 21, Shamrock’d will rage into the night to the beat of two guest DJs and the music of Neil Buettner and Matt Harrington. Other options on St. Patrick’s Day include the annual festivities at P. Wexford’s, a bash at the Clarion Hotel and Lucky Fest 2012 downtown.

Lucky Fest 2012 will take over the streets of downtown Modesto with a series of themed bars with names such as Mary O’Connell’s Pub and Pong, Peterson’s Pipe House, Patty O’Flynn’s Comedy Shop, Sinn Fein Speak-easy, Emerald City and Con O’Kelley’s Bat-tle Royale. Celebrity DJ Ron Reeser is slat-ed to perform at Fat Cat during the event.

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64 basketball games will be played dur-ing March Madness! With that being said, I’m thinking that’s going to be a lot of eat-ing and drinking to play through! Modesto has just the place to accommodate such de-mands. Coach’s Corner! It has a clever set up with the full bar and restaurant being a shared setting with 4 fl at screen TVs. If that isn’t enough, they also have a huge 9’ x 5’ TV in the banquet room that has an 80 per-son capacity. Th e atmosphere is upbeat and incredibly friendly! Th en there is the Wow Factor…the succulent fried chicken is what will really brings the patrons in! Coach’s Corner is owned by 2 couples, Krystal and Chubs Harakn & Jan and Hank Hesser. It will be 2 yrs. in May that they opened this shared happy place. Krystal is the Party Girl (haha) the supervisor, Chubs is the executive chef, Jan is H.R. and ac-counting, while Hank has the unique title of being in charge of the solitaire games go-ing on throughout the day! Th e 2 couples met there several years ago when it was Monaco’s. At least 2-3 times a week you will fi nd Tom, a regular customer, dining at his fave place enjoying “the best fried chicken ever, and fried bologna sandwiches on Tuesdays!” Tom recalled coming to the restaurant since the 1970s when it was the only place

he could get a burger and his Dad could get a drink! All the customers were excited to share their faves with me! “Steak sandwich by far! No, the ribs on Wed.! Wait it’s the Prime Rib on the weekends!” I say come decide for yourself! Th e menu has a wide variety of selections all prepared fresh daily, including a kid’s menu. I was pleased I could start with ap-petizers and perhaps fi nish with dessert. Th e wine list compliments the menu while favoring both local and Napa wines. Yes, I did devour the fried chicken, but I also found the homemade raviolis with a rich red sauce to be Dana~licious! Eat, drink, and get your Mmmmm March Madness on at Coach’s Corner! LMS… Coach’s Corner is on FB with updates for daily specials including happy hour M-F 3-7pm and Sat. drink specials 11am-2pm! I asked Krystal Beatles or Stones? With-out any hesitation “Stones! Because I love them!” With my 100% approval for her stellar response, I left our interview blissful, full and with a to-go order that my family was thrilled to dine on! Coach’s Corner950 Oakdale RoadModesto, CA 95355(209)491-280511am to closing M-Sat. closed Sun.<<recipe clip and save box>>

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March is full of theatrical opportunities for the whole family. Th e Stanislaus Litera-cy Center’s Spotlight of Reading Fundraiser was a smash hit! It was wonderful to raise awareness and support for a worthy cause. I enjoyed the chance to perform with a tal-ented cast and crew. Th e performing arts make our city vibrant and exciting and arts in the school create talented and high per-forming students. So let’s see what is being off ered in our area this month. Th e Drowsey Chaperone: homage to American musicals of the Jazz AgeModesto High SchoolMarch 2,3,9,10 7:30 PMFor information call 576-4401 Androcles and the Lion: the classic Ae-sop’s fableFor grades K-5March 5 at 2 PM

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Gallo Center for the Arts: Foster Family Th eater When the West Was Wild: a Western mu-sical directed by Kaye and Megan OsbornLakewood SchoolMarch 9 7PM (interpreted for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing)March 10 2 PM, 7 PMFor information contact 571-1275 Th e Best Me: Th is free show sponsored by Kaiser Permanente includes songs and dances to inspire elementary aged chil-dren and their families make healthier life choices.March 14 9:30 AM and 11:00 AMGallo Center for the Arts: Foster Family Th eater Th e Wonderful Wizard of Oz: Davis High School present L. Frank Baum’s classic story. Don’t this special show that features munchkins from 22 schools!

March 27 at the Gallo Center for the Arts and March 30, 31, and April 1 at Davis in the Little Th eatre. Tickets for the Gallo performance start at $15. Th e Davis tickets start at $7 Are You My Mother? Th is musical is based on P.D. Eastman’s whimsical, well-loved picture book. For grades K-2March 28 7:00 PMGallo Center for the Arts: Foster Family Th eater Enoch’s High School will be performing a drama entitled ‘Acts of God’ by Mark Rigney on March 15-17 at 7:00pm on the main stage. It should be interesting and very thought provoking. To make sure your plays and presenta-tions get listed and featured in Modesto View, email us at [email protected]

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As the Modesto arch celebrates it’s 100th year, it seems fi tting to celebrate another longstanding symbol of our community. Th at would be the fl ooring store House of Carpets, an affi liate of the national co-op Carpet One. It has been at the building on the corner of McHenry and Roseburg for over 45 years! Originally founded by Peter Johansen & Oscar Cowan in 1950, the business has stayed locally owned and op-erated and continues to uphold the legacy of service to the community. When asked about what makes House of Carpets Carpet One unique as a fl ooring store, semi-retired co-owner, Jeff Cowan, replied, “I would say there are three things. Th e fi rst being we have been in the commu-nity for 62 years, so when people buy their fl ooring from us, they don’t have to worry about us being gone next month. We also have a legacy of serving the commercial fl ooring market! Secondly, the advantages of being a co-op member of Carpet One allows us to compete with the home im-provement chains on price, but excel with our customer service. And thirdly, part of our customer service is our “Beautiful Guarantee” which means that if for what-ever reason you don’t like the fl ooring you just installed, we will replace it for free.”

House of Carpets Carpet One has main-tained the commitment that if you make a living in a community, you need to give back to it. With that in mind, it is inspiring to know that as successful business own-ers, both founders and their next genera-tion have been actively involved in a vari-ety of community organizations including: Modesto Rotary Club, Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Center, Habitat for Humanity, Modesto Chamber of Commerce, Com-munity Hospice, Stanislaus Community Foundation, Sutter Gould Medical Foun-dation & Memorial Hospital, as well as per-sonal mentors to budding entrepreneurs—willing to share their fund of knowledge/expertise in business. In these tenuous economic times, House of Carpets Carpet One has seen the opportu-nity to be creative and look at possible op-portunities through a diff erent perspective. Some goals for the next few years include the continuation of leadership transition to co-owner Bob Kerr, Jr., help their associates grow through product knowledge training, and broaden their customer base by off er-ing diff erent products and staying on top of future innovations and trends in the fl oor-ing industry.

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I keep thinking back to my childhood for inspiration. Originally, I am from a small rural West Georgia country town. I have very fond memories of many 4th of July festivities and various bluegrass festivals that my father would take me to through the Bible Belt. At a young age, I was mesmerized by the sounds of a variety of acoustic instruments. Mandolins, guitars, fi ddles, a solemn up-right bass, & stunning multiple harmonies consumed my thoughts as a child. I truly never believed that as grown man I would have the ability not only to be a musician, but to create Th e Acoustic Rock Society as a forum to express a style of music that I have loved my entire life. Now, in second season of shows, I am truly amazed at the caliber of our local music scene. Most of these musicians began their skills in church singing and elementary school bands at a very young age. Even now, Adam Bishop’s new album is called CHURCH MUSIC, and I receive a text on the fi rst and third Tuesday every month from Dr. Blue stating it is time to go to church…where if you sing from the heart you will set your soul free! Th at means Bad Medicine is playing and the doctor is in the front of the house. If you are looking for an Americana show, you are in luck. With a couple twists! Th e Hellbellies will be on fi re, I guarantee it. I am exited to see so many talented and respected musicians and friends in one spot for a FREE show. If you around Turlock, stop in!

Saturday March 3, 8 pmAl’s Billiards - 128 Center St. TurlockPerforming:-Adam Bishop and the Valley Transit Authority from Turlock-Doug Robinett-Jimbo the Warr guitarrist originally from Turlock-Walnut Road-Dr. Blue and Bad Medicine from Turlock

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Colin Quinn’s one-man Broadway show, “Long Story Short” is coming to Modesto’s Gallo Center for the Arts on March 15th. According to information in the press release for the show, audiences will experience the history of the world in 75 minutes.Count on a crass, thought-provoking night of comedy that Th e New York Times, Variety and other popular publications have called “hilarious,” “ra-zor sharp” and “immortal.” Quinn has come a long way since his days on MTV in the 80s and Saturday Night Live in the 90s. “Long Story Short” is di-rected by Jerry Seinfeld and critics have noted that Seinfeld’s style can be seen in the production. Quinn is currently work-ing on developing a project based on how money fl ows and works around the world. MF: It is great to talk to you. I grew up watching you on Remote Control back when MTV played videos. Was that show a big boost for your career?CQ: Remote Control gave me a great deal of exposure and taught me a lot. It was re-ally a big party. We were all young and it was fun to party every night and travel for free. We ushered in a new era on MTV by being being the fi rst programming that was not music videos. Some people still blame us for MTV becoming what it is now. I’m not responsible for “Jersey Shore.” Don’t blame me.

MF: Who are your inspirations in the en-tertainment industry?CQ: As far as comedy goes, Richard Pry-or and George Carlin have infl uenced me more than anyone else. In the business as a whole, I have always looked up to the work of director, Sidney Lumet. His gritty New York movies are the type of movies like that I have always wanted to make.

MF: “Long Story Short” focuses on the his-tory of the world. Have you always been a history buff ?CQ: I am a reader and I write what I read

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into my work. I read everything that is put in front of me. I never focus on one par-ticular place or niche. I think globally with an open mind and that helps me write and work they way that I do.

MF: What do your regard to be the high-light of your career?CQ: I have the best job in the world and I have had amazing opportunities. Saturday Night Live was a great experience and I will always love standup. Th e real highlight has been living a life where I get paid for pleas-ure. Th at can’t be beat.

MF: JerrySeinfeld directs “Long Story Short.” How did you get involved with him? Is he a hands-on part of the show?CQ: I have known Jerry for years and we have always been good friends. He re-ally helped me get this production off the ground. He created all the visuals and he developed the set. He has been a key rea-son that this show has done as well as it has. I wrote it and he took it from there. He helped us to get to Broadway and on HBO.MF: You touch on ethnic and cultural is-sues during the show. Do you worry about off endinganyone?

CQ: People will defi nitely be off ended. I know that and expect that. I just want people to spend some time thinking and not be so sensitive. Issues like what I talk about that make people think make peo-ple uncomfortable. It is easy to talk about things like Jersey Shore that have no depth but making people think about real issues

is not always easy. My goal is make people think and learn without realizing it. I need to keep the audience entertained to do that. Teachers should teach this way. Students would learn more. Visit: www.galloarts.org for more infor-mation and to purchase tickets. Tickets start at $19.

Wonderwall of Music! (George Harrison fans may get this) Explore the most experimental music at MJC from creative students and teachers.March 28 (Wednesday) will feature an ELEC-TRONIC MUSIC CONCERT at 7:30 p.m. in the Music Recital Hall on MJC East Cam-pus. Th is is a free event and will truly blow your mind. Contact: David Dow at [email protected].

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By: Todd Aaronson

NAMINAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness is an education, advocacy andsup-port group for families that suff er from mental illness. Th e annual fundraiser at Deva Café helps support some of those programs. Hundreds of families in Stan-islaus County have been helped and empowered by these programs. Andy Padlo, singer/songwriter, originally from around here, will be performing March 17, 2012 as a benefi t starting at 6 pm. Donation admission is $10.

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World touring Oakdale native Brett Dennen performed his fi rst ever concert in his home area to a sold out crowd at the Gallo Center as a benefi t for Camp Jack Hazard. Th is was an amazing performance. His brother Nathan (right) opened the show and here they catch up on some ModestoView reading.


First and foremost, I and many others owe a tremendous THANK YOU to Michael Miller of DCMM Productions, for having introduced Modesto to the mind-blowing Hooten Hallers out of Columbia MI. When I fi rst met John Randall and Andy Rehm, I came overwhelmed with ex-citement, mainly because they are such gentlemen....haha! Unless you play a round of “Circle of Death”, those gentlemanly stories are best told only in the FamDAMily backyard. Anywhoo, back to Th e Hooten Hallers ! DCMM Productions decided Modesto needed to be spiced up a little with some Joe Buck, Th e Pendletons, Mike and Eli Allsup at Minnies. Needless to say Mr. Miller failed to mention the vibrant- bone chilling rhythm and soul John and Andy bring to the stage. Th at is where the crowd fell in love with “Th e Hooten Hallers”! Mr. Miller was gracious enough to ask Mike Allsup and me if we would be interested in hosting the Hooten Hallers for a night? Wow, what an experience! An all night free jam with Columbia Missouri’s Dog Pound, “Circle of Death”, and the infamous “Kings Cup”. Since John and Andy adventure all across the nation and we have become their “West Coast Dog Pound” WELP!!! Th ese fi ne young men started in Columbia, MO in2006. In 2011 they started touring nationally which brought them to the Central Valley and other amazing smallhole in the walls venues. John Randal, vocals and guitar and Andy Rehms on drums and vocals deliver a sound that you have not heard before, a sound that is sensa-tional, inspiring to the soul. Th ere is so much power that comes forth from this two-piece band of Hillbilly, Blues and Rock, you will be blown away. A new CD on it’s way and I am positive it will be just as amazing as the fi rst two. Check out Th e Hooten Hallers on Reverbnation or their record label Bucketcity. FamDAMily will be hosting Th e Hooten Hallers again in March. Keep your eyes peeled!!! WELP!!!!!! Sweet Pea Knickers PromotionsJennifer [email protected]

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By: Jennifer Allsup

The Hooten Hallers ~Columbia, MI to Modesto, Ca.

Go Modesto Show Alert:All Ages:Hooten Hallers Th ursday Night Ramble –March 22 7 pm Café DevaOver 21:Hooten Hallers, Shaylin Nicole and DAMMarch 23 – Fat Cat Music House 7 pm A day in the life of a working musician:

Wake up too early and make coff ee.Network (online, by phone, in person, set meetings, book shows, etc.).Exercise in some way to stay in shape.Practice for as many hours as you have between all the networking and other PR work.Write press releases, create fl yers, and invite people to shows.Try to catch up on emails and Facebook messages but get annoyed halfway through cause you just want to play.Wish you had a manager.Look for manager.Give up on that cause you have to get ready for the show.Tell all your friends to come out to the show cause that is the only time you have to hang out with them because their nights off are your nights on.Pack up all your gear and load it in the car.Play the night away to eager or ignoring ears.Pack up your gear and get paid (hopefully).Unload the car (upstairs, for me) even though you’re tired and you just poured your heart out on stage and want to pass out.Check email.Update Facebook status.Go to sleep.Repeat.Note: I’m on iTunes so check out my song “Tonight” It’s about the struggles of being a musician and time fl ying away from you but it’ll all be alright if only for Tonight. Remember, when you’re on stage, the world is a better place. If it weren’t for music, the world would just be beeping horns, talk radio, and silence.

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Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day. Modesto will be jumpin’ on March 17. Some of the legendary local parties will be in full gear and the there are some new events. • P. Wexford’s hosts the MAMA winning St. Patrick’s Day Bash. Full park-ing lot full of all things green and Strangebrew will take the stage for dac-ing and fun Look for leprechauns and lots of Guinness and Jamison on tap (See Bar View on page XX for more info.)• Luckyfest is beck for 2012 and will be bigger and better than ever as 11th St is converted to an Irish Village, complete with 25 pubs, comedy clubs, and so much more. Check out the Sinn Fein Speakeasy or Mary O’Connell’s Pub & Pong, Patty O’Flynn’s Comedy shop and more. Tix at www.luckyfest-modesto.com• Shamrock’d is the only all-ages event in the 209 this St Patrick’s Day!• Start the day early at the beautiful Vintage Gardens at 12 noon with face painting, pizza, fun, yogurt, RockStar girls and Irish food. local music like Neil Buettner & Matt Harrington, he High Voltage Band, Th e Last Good-bye, 6 Years Today, Behold Th e Device, Th e Adventurous Type, 40K, Dis-turbing Th e Peace, We the Same, High School Talent, and DJ’s. 10pm-2am 21+ 4342 Dale Road. Modesto www.shamrocked209.eventbrite.com• Firkin and Fox features traditional corned beef and cabbage all day, Guinness stew, green beer. Bagpipers and live music. Don’t forget their famous Guinness Floats.


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Shiners Take The Nation!By: Ruben Porras/Modesto Famous / Photos by Marty Bicek

lift ed rigs that proudly wave the red, white and blue everywhere they go. Th e Moonshine Bandits are about to em-bark on a national tour that will put them in front of the fans that are now seeing them on television.Th ey will be touring along side of Rehab, a band that has sold over 550,000 albums. Th e tour known as “Gullible’s Travels” will take the whiskey-fueled circus that the Bandits travel with to the blue collar cit-ies that their blend of hip-hop and country music was designed for. Tour stops will include New Orleans, Loui-siana, Little Rock, Arkansas, Dallas, Texas, Boise, Idaho and over 25 other places where the show will play to the working-class crowds that it was designed for. Th e crowds are the key to the success of the Moonshine Bandits according to band co-founder, Bird. “Th e Shiner Nation is not just a group of fans,” explained Bird. “Th is is a family that grows every day. Th ese are good people that enjoy what we do and we appreciate them. We don’t turn anyone away. Families don’t do that.” I got a fi rst-hand look at the band’s dedi-cation to Th e Shiner Nation at the end of 2011 when the Bandits headlined a charity event at the Copper Rhino in Modesto. Th e band allowed me access to follow along as they prepared for the show and they didn’t hold anything back. I was present from soundcheck to the fi nal encore and it was a night that really helped me make sense out of what has been hap-pening to the band as they have grown. In many ways it was absolutely the tornado that fellow co-founder Tex explained to me. “We don’t always see what is happening,” explained Tex. “Th is is all like a tornado. We sit in the eye of the storm as every-thing around us spins out of control and we hold on to what we can. Personally, I hold onto my wife that I have known since high school and my two kids. Th ey keep me

grounded. Th ey are what I go home to.” Holding on is important to the band. Th ey are open and honest when they explain that it is hard to let go of some of the daily du-ties that they have gotten used to handling themselves but they see that they need help at this point. Bird still makes trips to the post offi ce in their hometown of Los Banos to send out packages to fans all over the world and the band’s DJ, DJ Chopstiqs still makes regular appearances in the Central Valley in his off time. Th ose personal touches are important to the band and they are the reason that fans traveled from all over the country at the end of this past January to take over Hum-boldt County during the band’s fi rst ever Shiner Fest event. Th e band plans on mak-ing the event an annual celebration for Th e Shiner Nation. Getting a glimpse inside the world of the band was quite the experience. I was not totally sure what to expect. I knew that I would see the factors that have become trademarks for the band but I did not real-ize just how far into their world the band would let me go. I learned in one wild night that beats, beauties and booze would never mix to-gether well without being set to a sound-track of the classic country music that the band was raised on and I learned that the band never heads out to perform without forming a prayer circle that they were kind enough to let me take part in. On the night that I was allowed into the inner circle of the band they gathered over 700 toys for the children of military fami-lies. Th e event was organized by a growing charity arm that the band has formed known as Th e Outlaw Packing Company. Th e eff ort focuses on American troops in all branches of the military. In addition to charity events for families of troops the charity arm also sends hundreds of pack-

ages to military bases all over the world for the troops themselves. Boxes that are delivered to the troops in-clude donations from the band’s national sponsors including SRH Clothing and 51 Fift y Energy along with merchandise from the band’s massive merchandising collec-tion that includes everything from t-shirts to a signature barbecue rub. It is really impossible to fi t such a big life into a story in a magazine. To really under-stand Th e Moonshine Bandits you have to take in a show and meet the team that is involved. Chat it up with DJ Chopstiqs and gain insight into how he keeps the beat for the band. Connect with Anastasia Sterling and listen as she explains how her living room in Waterford is packed to the ceiling with boxes that will make a diff erence in some-ones life. Stop by Dos Changos Locos Tat-too in Modesto the next time the band is in town. It is likely that stories and ink will be spilled there. If you enjoy a good drink reach out to local company, Valley Spirits and buy yourself a bottle of the band’s private label moon-shine that is made right here in the Central Valley. Share that drink with a performer named Derrty D that oft en shares the spot-light with the group on stage and on their records. Derrty D has been friends with Bird and Tex since before they started the band and is considered a brother to them. In a song called “For the Outlawz,” the band bellows, “I’m an outlaw, give me two shots. We don’t need a radio, bring a juke-box.” I know now from personal experi-ence that those shots mentioned will likely be mixed in a shaker made of simple paper cups and that the Bandits move to a beat that they are proud to share with everyone from thousands of troops on military bases to crowds in the small bars of their home-town.Follow along folks. Th e party is just get-ting started.

I started writing this article at the end of December and planned to publish it over a month ago. Th at plan was thwarted by an insatiable army of fans known as Th e Shiner Nation that have banded together to make sure that their heroes make it to the top of their fi eld. Th e Moonshine Bandits have spent over ten years living the lyrics that they have written for albums with titles such as “Divebars and Truckstops” and “Whiskey and Women” but the last couple of months have seen the Bandits wrapped up in a whirlwind of accomplishments that some acts will never see in the span of their careers. Th ey are currently the number one selling artist on their record label’s roster and their growth is fast and furious. Th ere are naysayers that can’t understand how a group of simple guys from Los Banos have risen to the ranks of Toby Keith and Taylor Swift in the music in-dustry but I would have to explain to those folks that the proof is on the charts. As I sit here at the end of February, Th e Moonshine Bandits are celebrating the success of their video for the song “My Kind of Counrty” which is featured on CMT’s High 5 Countdown. Th e video debuted on CMT’s niche channel, Pure Country but is now available for millions to view all over the world on CMT’s main channel. In just over one week the video was viewed nearly 60,000 times and shared over 1,800 times on various social media sites. Th ese are relatively low numbers compared to the over 1,100,000 YouTube views that their video for the song “Get Loose” has wrangled up but there is no doubt in the minds of their fans that all of the band’s numbers will continue to grow. “My Kind of Country” is about to explode like a shot gun blast at just the right moment and add to the perfect storm that has been brewing for the boys in the

The Moonshine Banditsare in high gear and themomentum that is taking place is not unlike the force of the trains and trucks that they mention in their music.


Spring showers and green clovers are soon to be marching down the streets of Modesto. March brings the Spring Equi-nox and all the bright and pastel varieties of color. Whether it be a beautiful floral bouquet centerpiece or colorful clothing, try surrounding yourself with a rainbow of color this Spring to instantly boost your mood. Second Chance Consignment/ Costume Corner has a good selection of Saint Pat-rick’s Day themed ensembles and tons of green accessories. They have a very cute and modern Irish pub girl costume and the green Irish suit for your date to match. Make sure to top these outfits off with a hat and all the accessories. Beth, one of the owners, is a great help with mixing and matching different accessories to make an

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overall finished ensemble. Make sure to check the $1.00 rack, straight ahead when entering. There are great finds sometimes. The jewel headbands, under the glass, are really cute and only $3.00 each and the jewelry is extremely reason-able, especially the earrings. Some of my favorite items are the mas-querade style masks that are placed around this costume boutique. They remind me of past adventures in Venice or New Orleans. These masks are quality made, unique, af-fordable, and always mysterious. It is actually really convenient that part of the store is designated for women’s con-signment because it makes it easier for complete characters to be constructed with extra odds and ends that are easily acces-sible. All costumes are rented but you can find jackets, shoes, makeup, jewelry, hair

color sprays, exotic eyelashes, beaded neck-laces, boas, scarves, hats, wigs, and much more. They carry a huge selection of Ben Nye eye shadow, body/face paints, special effects makeup, a good variety of glitters, and crème personal kits. The Ben Nye per-sonal kits come in a wide range of concepts, fully prepared with special effects makeup, and easy instructions. They carry children’s size 6 to adult size 3x, in men and women’s and offer a student discount through high school. Second Chance Consignment and Cos-tume Corner, Tully Road, Modesto Grab your favorite shopping lady because Unique Boutiques has started selling tickets for the Boutique Crawl 2012 on Saturday, March 17 from 9am – 6pm. This is a chauffeured event, with food included, which will travel around Modesto, Salida, Ripon, and Oakdale to local boutiques holding amazing sales and raffles all day. Call (209) 523-3000 for more informa-tion or for tickets.

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As a teacher, he’s well liked by his stu-dents. As a runner, he’s a marvel to his fellow runners. Just the sight of him at any race can get his competitors’ heart rates up. At 37 years young, Jon Olsen isn’t new to running. He’s been running for over 12 years and it showed last year with his 1st place win overall for the 2nd time at The 2nd Annual Surgical Art-istry Modesto Marathon. In my book, that makes him The Modesto Marathon Man. For Jon, running a Marathon is like any other day of training. Jon trains 6 days a week, usually 10-20 miles/day on week-days, then 20-30 miles/day on weekends. The weather is never a problem because in his own words, “the weather is never poor enough not to get a run in.” I asked Jon if he would ever consider running on a treadmill and much to my surprise, he said yes. Some runners de-

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spise treadmills, but his answer was the hills. Modesto wasn’t born with any so it gives him the necessary training he needs to tackle any up hill or down hill grade in a race. Downhill? Yes, he’s rigged his treadmill so that he’s also able to train downhill. Hardcore? You bet. Back in 2007, Jon entered a 24-hour race and ran 111 miles. He has also success-fully finished ten 100-mile races. Recent-ly he raced The Tahoe Rim 100 Mile Race and finished 3rd overall in a time of 21:27 and in February won the Rocky Road 100-Miler in Orange County’s Cota De Caza in a blazing 13:14. So running a marathon to Jon is just like another training day because he prefers longer races--His favorite distance is 50 miles or 100k races, although he does like running an occasional marathon because it allows him to run fast. In most of his races, you are on cruise control and try-ing to conserve as much energy as pos-sible, but in a marathon, its full throttle. Are you inspired yet? Jon is an amazing runner and all around good guy. His success has not come with-out its struggles though. Jon had foot sur-gery back in July of 2009 and the healing process took a couple of years. He was able to run, but sometimes the foot pain lingered and he would have segments of times that he couldn’t run. At first, he had a tough time getting through this--If you’re a dedicated runner, you know ex-actly what he was feeling. Jon shared with me that he was able to get through this with the help of one his church pastors who helped him improve his relationship with God and after that everything fell into place. Since then, injuries and time off don’t bother him anymore. Want to find out more about what it takes to be a Modesto Marathon Champ? Log onto ModestoView.com to get train-ing tips, Jon’s nutrition habits, where he will be racing next, his preferred running shoe, and more valuable insight from Jon in his own words.

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Get Ready for Spring By Eric Benson

Get ready, spring is around the corner and ready to burst on the scene with fl ow-ers, color, renewal and oh yes, pollen. So get your trees pruned, your plants ferti-lized and get ready to sow so you can reap! March also brings St. Patrick’s Day and plenty to celebrate. On the family friend-ly side, in Sonora, there’s the Celtic Faire March 9-11th and in Murphy the Irish Day Celebration on March 17th. I recently went to 2 musical events with youngsters in the lineup and was pleas-antly surprised. Th e Valentine’s Day event at Deva Café featured Audio Dynamite, a teen rock trio that can really play. Mathew on lead vocals and guitar, Paul on drums and vocals, and the bassist rocked the crowd playing rock standards that I grew up playing years ago. You can see more of Audio Dynamite most Th ursdays opening for Johnny & Kelly at P. Wexford’s Pub and Restaurant in Modesto. Th ey are also slated on the St. Patrick’s Day Music Fest from 12-8:00 p.m. at the Vintage Gardens Modesto. Th e other nice surprise was seeing Franc-esca Hayward, winner of the Gallo event “Who’s got Talent 2011” at the Village Bak-ery Saturday February 18th. I had to see her aft er “googling” her version of “Billy Jean” on YouTube. She had a good room with a proud mom hanging on every lyric. Her version was nice but what I enjoyed the most was her ability to back herself up with an Elton John pianist style that supported her vocal style nicely. Her version of Adele’s “Rollin in the Deep” did justice too with her soaring rock solid soprano. On the scene: the State Th eatre contin-ued to rock the house with great shows, Mark Hummel’s Harmonica Blowout, gui-tar slinger Eric Johnson, Ronnie Montrose kicking out the jam, Heartbreaker, a Led Tribute, and now March 9th brings in the Punk rock infl uenced 80’s Band, the Mo-tels. March 17th another Tribute Journey, (the unauthorized Tribute) comes through. Call the State (209) 527-4697, or check out www.thestate.org for the lowdown on up-

coming shows. More tributes in store with the Gallo Center have Aeromyth March 3rd, and Tribute to the Blues Brothers on 30th and 31st. And it’s a ways out but get your tickets for K.D. Lang coming to Modesto June 29th! Check out: www.gal-loarts.org. Th e bands play on at the Barkin’ Dog Grill supporting live music in an all-age environ-ment. Th e food is good in a casual setting and the mighty John Black of JB Presents continues booking some roots music. Th e Barkin’ Dog also has a Jazz Jam with David Dow on Th ursdays where musicians can sit in and network. Andmore on the Jazz side: Johnny Valdez and Eric Benson Presents are bringing in the Mighty John Stowell Monday March 5th for a master class on Jazz guitar with show at local venue to fol-low. Call me: 918-7033, email: Mbenson@fi re2wire.com for the lowdown. Chef ’s of New York features singing great Cathy Canales on Saturdays. Deva Café Th ursday night Ramble features the house band Big Earl & Poorhouse Millionaires with Eli Lester on guitar. If you get out only one Th ursday make sure it’s the Th ird Th ursdays Art Walk in the Downtown cause ever in the chill of winter there is a lot of events happening that night. Th e Board-room continues an ambitious schedule of live music 4 nights a week. Tim Allen does his piano and vocal thing with some Elton and Joel covers as well as the standards on Tuesdays. Th ursdays feature Neil Buettner and Matt Harrington,Friday’s dynamic duo Johnny & Kelly, and Saturdays rotate with: MCW Band, Strange Brew, Th e Nines, & Public Domain. And on March 11, Beth

Poetry and the blues remind me of the perfect couple. She welcomes him with open arms, ready to share her love through words of experience and empathy. He doesn’t even need to speak, capturing her emotions on the strings of his guitar. Just a look between them ignites a powerful spark. In Modesto, there’s no better place to cel-ebrate the union of poetry and music than Smooth Grooves and Att-i-tudes featuring Th e Fine Line. Hosted by Jai’ Gallat, Eliza-beth Sousa and Jennifer Hamilton, Smooth Grooves celebrated it’s inaugural event Feb. 17 at Deva Cafe. What a night. A packed house turned out for an even-ing of superb music, beautiful spoken word poetry and a short community open mic. Even with a slow start due to the band’s

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drummer running late due to a broken foot, I knew I was in for a musical, lyri-cal treat the moment the fi rst chords came together on the electric guitar. Th e hosts drew on the love theme, rock-ing sultry red outfi ts and seamlessly blending spoken word with classic songs. At the beginning of theshow, they inter-wove poetry with vocals for the unof-fi cial Valentine’s anthem, “Fever” by Ella Fitzgerald. Here’s a line from that verse, written by local poet Elizabeth Sousa: When boy meets girl his whole world turns inside out

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Your brown eyes so divine, divide me in twoTh e more I stare, I fear I’m reaching one hundred and twoStill, here come the shiversWith every quiver more in love with you

Th e hosts invested a lot of preparation and talent into this event. Consequently, the energy and excitement of the attend-ees bounced off the walls. If you still don’t know about the whole “poetry thing”, Smooth Grooves and Att-i-tudes is a great place to wet your proverbial feet. Th ey’ll be back at Deva Cafe next month, Friday March 23 at 6:30 pm. I hope to see you there.

Shalom’s Sunday event features Jayme Stone an eclectic Bela Fleck style banjo player who sites infl uence from Bill Frisell, to Brazilian lit, to Japanese poetry, Check out: www.cbsmodesto.org/concerts. Off the beaten path: the Clarion Hotel & Shooters on Sisk road have open mike Mondays, Wednesdays with the Creole Jazz Kings and every third Sunday feature trad-Jazz jammers with host bands for lis-tening and dancing. And my favorite R & B, Funk and groovalicious Band, the Valley Rhythm Section is playing March 3rd and the 31st for dancing featuring the lovely Tanya Sweet on vocals. Th e West Side Th eatre in Newman, well worth the drive from Modesto, continues with an eclectic lineup in a restored thea-tre environment. On the calendar March 3rd Red Molly, 3-part harmony and folk, March 10thBlues man Daniel Castro Band, March 31st Red Dog Ash, Bluegrass music. For more info check out: www.westsidethe-atre.org, or call (209) 862-4490. And I know I am preaching to the choir but please support our local music stores: Skip’s Music, Barker’s Music, Ingram & Braun, Gottschalk, and Langlois Music so they stay in business. Th ink globally but shop locally. Any co-conspirators or part-ners in crime want to get in touch I am on Facebook. I also encourage all of you to send me your info and I will send it out on weekly emails and in the Modesto View. Hit me at:mbenson@fi re2wire.com, or give me a holler at (209) 918-7033.

All the best, Eric Benson,peace out.

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Networking & music brings the area

together. For the fi rst time in our history the

Valley is showing clear signs of growth in the

number of artist, promoters, DJ’s, and venues

among us. According to my research, the num-

ber of legitimate, active, collective local par-

ticipators and contributors to the music scene

has gone up 35% in the last 2 years. With the

number of growing social websites with more

internet communication it makes networking

more accessible.

Traditionally, networking is conducted on a one

on one basis through contacts you meet or are

introduced to. In Modesto alone, there are over

25 venues, clubs & bars combined that provide

music to the public. In addition, there are active

DJ’s spinning at all the high schools, wedding

& street festivals. There are a number of other

events that come and go where getting the word

out is a challenge but is very important and has

to be done on a regular basis.

Everyone is connected in the network. Local

radio DJ’s and radio stations use the air waves

to network, DJ’s from the valley are still active

in the industry and stay connected. Artists and

DJs are networking the valley from Merced to

Modesto, and even Stockton as part of the 209,

even though they are in the San Joaquin County.

Big name artist are booked year round bringing

more entertainment to the valley making more

opportunities. The Gallo Center plays a major

role in our entertainment followed by the State

Theatre, The Fat Cat and so on. If you are an

up and coming artist or active participator, you

should already be aware of the entertainment

2012 makes 12 years that I have been work-

ing in the local music scene and 17 years since I

joined the scene. This Month I’d like to pay trib-

ute to the past. Venues like the Legendary Tees

& Greens, Loan Oak Hall, California Ballroom,

Charlie’s, Chateau De Ville, and Art on 10th,

among many others are all one but not forgot-

ten.

The two venues in Modesto that still stand and

have made the most impact are The Workshop

in Ceres and The Fat Cat in Downtown Modesto.

The Workshop has been home to underground

& extreme metal for years and has been a ha-

ven for the Central Valley Hardcore Movement.

The Fat Cat has hosted hundreds of local metal

shows over the years and has hosted some of the

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connections, the venue, the media and their in-

volvement of our growth. The annual Modesto

Area Music Awards caters to all genres of mu-

sic and educating yourself and staying up to

date should be a part of your agenda. We have

gathered a few comments and advice from well-

respected Promoters & DJs in our area and we

asked the question: Is networking important?

And if so, how is it important?

D. FerreiraThese days, networking is very important. And

you have so many more ways to do it. Sure you

can go to public events and meet people and

hand out business cards but social media plays

such a big part in networking these days. I would

say that 80 percent of my networking is done

through social media. Because I think it’s easier

for somebody to get information on your servic-

es and request reviews on your services through

social media. Plus not all people are able to go to

mixers and meet people but they can all go on

Facebook. And to be honest I’ve got more busi-

ness from networking than I have by advertis-

ing. So I think it’s safe to say without networking

I’d be not working.

ChrisRicciNetworking is an important component of the

symbiotic nature of community. When I meet

new people I am always surprised by how many

exciting new ways that we can worktogether to

accomplish things. It is very important to the

events I produce, both big and small.

By T.L.

ByMike Vanek

50 The Venting Machine49 Two (o) Nine48 Nuclear Rabbit (Bay)47 LUXT (Sac)46 Decomposition/Disfi gured 45 Cursed/Cursed A.D.44 Eyecon43 This Times Brutal42 Left Hand Black41 Epidemia40 Origins of Consequence 39 B42038 Liquid Conscience37 Warpath Assassins36 Slackenloader35 3 Finger Jack34 Skin 4 Julia

MIKE VANEK’S TOP 50 209 BANDS OF ALL TIME33 Monkey Knife Fight32 Thr3efold31 Zero Tolerance 30 And All Was Lost29 Seip28 Counterbore27 Suicide Hands26 Rebel’s Mother25 Morbius24 Rubberfi nger23 Bitter Legacy 22 Fallen Sleepless21 Better Left Unsaid20 Immortality19 Infestation18 Burial Ground17 Fatal Rage

16 Fathom15 Differential14 Alchemy13 Nothing But Losers12 Makeshift Grey11 Bind10 The Wind09 Kranial Damage 08 Shrine07 maus 06 Built 05 The Shambulls04 Sickle03 The Meats**ts02 Carcinogen01 DAM

biggest names in metal as well.

Our local scene would not exist with out lots of

people and bands in this area. People like RC

from Merced, Robin Steely, Mike Miller from

The Hills, Amy Mucero (Pre-Strong), Middagh

Goodwin Chris from Stockton, Dave “LUNCH-

BOX” Ussery from Los Banos & Chris Ricci and

myself among others have all dedicated years of

work to our scene and without any of them we

wouldn’t have a scene to call home… and fi nally

the bands! I wouldn’t be here today if it wasn’t

for hundreds of extraordinary bands.

Now instead of just listing a few, I made a Top

50 list. Hopefully we will have new bands this

year and even more new places to play in 2012.

That’s it for this Month, so until next month

keep one foot in the gutter and one fi st in the

gold.

Mike Vanek209 Productionsfacebook.com/mike.vanek

Salvation ArmyTh e Salvation Army does so much good to help the homeless and the needy. 87% of all funds raised go directly toprograms. You can support Salvation Army and get a tasty meal at the Night Out Dinner on March 27. You can enjoy dining and entertainment and one of a dozen diff erent restaurants and private homes. Th ird Party, the house band of ModestoView will be playing at Harvest Moon and it is sold out already. Don’t delay, call 209-522-3209 to get a reservation.

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Long Term Care Is A Tough Decision By Debi Campbell

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Can you believe it is spring already? Where did the winter go? We are already back in the pool for swim season. Seems like this school year is going so fast, the spring sports are starting, school plays are revving up (such as the Drowsy Chaperone at Modesto and Legally Blonde at Downey High) and final testing is starting to finish out the busy year. This April, the one and only Mira Jantz from Mira Bridal Couture will be giving plenty of tips and new hot trends for the upcoming prom season, so make sure to check in and get the best ad-vice from the best in town! Our Modesto High Project Hope Club will be attending a Youth Action Summit in San Francisco so we can learn more ways to help locally and globally. It is great to give back where you can and to do it with friends is event better. March is a time of leprechauns, pots ofgold, and lots of luck. Think about this and real-ize that many people aren’t as fortunate as many in the community so be sure to give back this spring! Here is a really great concept that you need to know about. We really can change the world. What is a Really Really Free Market? An

RRFM is a space where we can share our food, clothing, skills and other resources freely. Do you have stuff to get rid of or stuff you need? Do you have a skill or passion you would like to share with others? Instead of putting listings and have strange people come to your house, save your stuff, food, yard things, canned food, tools, gar-den items save them until March 24 and take them to the Really Really Free Market at Enslen Park. Teachers, artists, perform-ers and others with talent/gifts/experience or expertise are especially encouraged to attend. Some individuals will be offering FREE bicycle repair, computer help, and more services as they are organized. This will be a great opportunity to get to know Modesto while enhancing it. It is amazing what happens when the exchange of ideas, things and talent is free and available to all and everyone has something to give on March 24 at 10 am. Check out their fa-cebook site and post your talents or needs. You can get there from facebook.com/modestoview Please learn more at http://www.reallyre-allyfree.org/ or other RRFM sites.

These are pictures from the Modesto High Project Hope

Stone Soup Dinner in February.

I was a Nursing Home Administrator for 25 years and I found that nursing homes/residential facilities are often not the first choice for individuals in need of long-term care services. For some, however, they pro-vide the type of care which will best meet their needs and assure their safety and well-being.

Making the decision to seek nursing home care and selecting a home can be a difficult, often emotional process. The transition from life at home to life in a facility can be challenging for both residents and family. There are some definite benefits that can be gained from living in a facility, like relief in having someone to help with daily activi-ties, rehabilitative therapies, improvement in emotional well-being, and new friend-ships. With planning and oversight of your loved ones, there can be a favorable out-come. Here are some good ‘rules of thumb’ to be aware of when choosing and working with a care facility; Recognize common care problems and M O D E S T O V

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WNON-PROFIT VIEW United Cerebral Palsy“A Life Without Limits for People With Disabilities”

ways to prevent them: Good care is every-one’s basic right in a facility. Neglect is il-legal. Understand how laws protect your loved one and you as a family member: The Resi-dents’ Bill of Rights provides mean-ingful protection for your loved one and you as caregiver. Each facility will have these available on admission. Identify sources of assistance to resolve is-sues: When you have a problem, the first step is usually to discuss it with the staff. Remember honey is better than vinegar. Friendly, open communications and a co-operative relationship with the staff can help to keep small problems from becom-ing serious. Seek the advice of professionals: When you feel that you need more information or have questions that cannot be handled by the facility in a comfortable manner, con-sider contacting the Long-term Care Om-budsman or State Licensing and Certifica-tion Agency. Knowing about facilities’ responsibilities, the rights of residents, and what is the dif-

ference between facilities will enable you to make your loved ones stay health and hap-pier. Research supports that family involve-ment during a nursing home stay can help ensure that your loved one is happy and the facility provides quality care.

You can join Debbie at a free information

program presented by Care Connections on

March 27th at 6pm. To reserve space or

contact Debi call 209-541-6055 - debicare-

[email protected].

(209)521-1269 • www.jamieson-law.com

CALL FOR A FREE CASE EVALUATION

BedsoresFracturesInfection

Poor HygieneDehydration

Although United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) is a national organiza-tion, our Modesto location has been an independent affiliate for people with all types of disabili-ties for over 35 years. The name can sometimes be mistaken because approximately 70% of their members have a disability other than cerebral palsy. There are two major divisions of UCP activities—The day program and the employment program.

The day center is open from 7:30am-3:30pm daily for members to participate in activities which include building read-ing and communication skills, motion exercise, computer skill building, and some off-site activities depending on the members’ capabilities. The employment program has a variety of opportunities for members including job placement with the oversight of a personal job coach, becoming a crew member to perform tasks like collecting door-to-door recycling, maintaining bus bench adver-tisements, janitorial duties at local busi-nesses including 5.11 Tactical, and doing light home maintenance for the elderly with the Safe Senior program. All program activities are geared toward helping each member achieve his/her per-sonal plan which they revise each year with the support of their family, care providers, and approximately 200 members partici-pate in either of the programs daily. Although UCP’s members are generally 22

years and older, Scott Webb, CEO for just over two years is excited about the newest program addition of Connections Fam-ily Center, a recently opened children and families program center. This is a place where children with and without disabili-ties can come for licensed childcare, pre-school, youth sports, day camps, summer camps and family programs. Another new program UCP has just started through a County Grant is Senior Employment. This opportunity is available for those ages 55+ who want to earn a little extra income. Seniors can work about 15 hours per week in a variety of government and non-profit locations filling various po-sitions and are paid through UCP versus the place of work. Many of UCP’s members receive state funds to participate in the Day program but these funds are very limited and have not increased in over 10 years. UCP must raise funds to help members participate in any additional programs or exciting activi-

ties like going to Disneyland, San Francis-co, or on the Mexico Cruise. UCP holds special events like the Special Needs Ball coming up March 24 where UCP hopes to grant each member’s wish through com-munity support and Lemonade Day featur-ing over 1,500 lemonade stands supporting local youth! Specific ongoing opportunities for you to get involved are: monthly financial sup-port, business who are willing to recycle, businesses who would like to hire qualified members with free job coaching or have Crews to come work at their office, vol-unteer to work with members on a daily, weekly, or even special event basis, adver-tise on the bus benches, IT support, land-scaping/playground installation & mainte-nance, and many more! If you are interested in any of the above opportunities, or have an idea for an-other way to get involved, please contact Scott Webb at 209-577-2122 and he will help you get started.


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Central West Ballet

CSU Stanislaus Vasché LibraryMJC West Campus

The Chartreuse MuseMistlin Gallery Mistlin GallerySalida Library

Deva CafeMcHenry Museum

Stanislaus County LibraryRiverbank LibraryBarkin’ Dog Grill

Nino’s PlaceModesto Library

Shooters Pub- ClarionStage 3 Sonora

Gallo Center for the ArtsFuzio Universal Pasta

State TheatreDeva Cafe

MJC- Recital HallP Wexford’s PubMIdway Lounge

Aqua LoungeAqua Lounge

Copper RhinoRidgeway’s Lounge

The BoardroomSkewers

Azucar Latin GrillBrenden Cinemas

State TheatreP Wexford’s Pub

Mistlin Gallery Mistlin Gallery

Deva CafeHughson Resource Cente

CrossPoint Community ChurchMcHenry Museum

MJC East Campus Tennis CourtsStanislaus County Library

Circus Bar & NightclubState Theatre

Howard Training CenterVillage Baking Company

Stage 3 SonoraFat Cat Music House

Village Baking CompanyBrenden Cinemas

Barkin’ Dog GrillFuzio Universal Pasta

MHS AuditoriumDeva Cafe

Nino’s PlaceMaterial Grill Salida

GalloMIdway LoungeThe Other Place

BacchusRidgeway’s Lounge

The Other PlaceThe Boardroom

SpeakeasyCrocodiles

Copper Rhino


State TheatreMcHenry Village Suite 62F

Rotary International Park TurlockMistlin Gallery Mistlin GalleryMistlin Gallery


Salida LibraryStanislaus County Library

March 1Ballet PilatesWhaling and Azorean ImmigrationASMJC CLUB FAIREHandling Clay ClassesMany Faces of ClayAlmond Blossom & CeramicsShowSalida Story HourJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Quilts Modesto ExhibitLibrary Bookmark Contest Dr. Seuss’s birthday Dave Dow open jam session Open Jam NightQuentos en EspanolDJ Ferreira ThursdaysHamletMarvin Hamlisch Rachel Renae Ladies NightThe ArtistThurs Night Ramble 2 CD ReleaseGuitar Artist: Tony KakamakovJohnny & Kelly Pint NightKaraoke NightAqua ThursdaysAqua ThursdaysFlyboys House PartyKaraoke w/ BradNeil and Matt LiveKaraoke Skewers StyleAzucar ThursdaysProject X - Midnight ShowMarch 2PariahThe NinesMany Faces of ClayAlmond Blossom & CeramicsShowJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitMOMS Club of Ceres Open HouseLiteracy Network Award LuncheonQuilts Modesto ExhibitMJC Women Tennis Library Bookmark ContestCircus FridaysDeclaration of War Opens Howard Training Center’sCrab FestMax MinardiHamletInvader – Tribute to Iron MaidenLive Music Fridays at the BakeryOpening-ProjectX & The LoraxRed Dog AshTim Allen Live MHS Drowsy ChaperoneOff the Air-French Cassettes/Kapowski Full Circle BandJosh Rosenblum Band LiveLeave it All on the StageKaraoke NightSlackenloader / Stephanie’s BirthdayDJ WillKaraoke with Clovis KingLive Country MusicMCW BandNeil & Matt LiveWeekend Dance PartyWeekly Issue LiveMarch 3PariahResearch & DevelopmentThe ArtistPharmacy Technician Training ProgramLittle Ones Baseball TrainingMany Faces of ClayMistlin Almond Blossom ShowMistlin Ceramics ShowJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitQuilts Modesto Exhibit Dr. Seuss’s birthday Library Bookmark Contest

Howard Training CenterVillage Baking Company

Nino’s PlaceState Theatre

Stage 3 SonoraWest Side Theatre Newman

Fat Cat Music HouseMHS Auditorium

Al’s Billiards TurlockGallo Center for the Arts

MIdway LoungeRidgeway’s Lounge

The Other PlaceSpeakeasy

Grizzley Rock TurlockCrocodiles

Fat Cat Music House

Save Mart Scenic&OakdaleSips Bistro 901 N Carpenter Rd.

Village Baking CompanyDeva Cafe

State TheatreGallo Center for the Arts

Stanislaus County LibraryGallo Center for the Arts

Nino’s PlaceCamp 4

Stage 3 SonoraSpeakeasy


Crocodiles

MJC EastMistlin Gallery

Modesto Library Deva Cafe

Modesto Library The Chartreuse Muse

Stanislaus County LibraryOakdale Library

The Chartreuse MuseState Theatre

The Chartreuse MuseCamp 4

The BoardroomRidgeway’s Lounge


Central West BalletMistlin Gallery Mistlin Gallery

Waterford LibraryModesto Library

Deva CafeOakdale Library

McHenry MuseumModesto Library

Stanislaus County LibraryNewman Library

MJC East Campus, Science 208The Chartreuse Muse

Riverbank LibraryThe Chartreuse Muse

The Other PlaceThe Other Place

MJC TrackModesto Library

Gallo Center for the ArtsThe Chartreuse Muse

State TheatreState Theatre

P Wexford’s PubThe Boardroom

The Other Place MIdway Lounge

Ridgeway’s LoungeMiki Japanese Restaurant

Ts CocktailsSpeakeasy

P Wexford’s PubState Theatre

Central West BalletMistlin Gallery Mistlin Gallery

The Chartreuse MuseModesto Libray Turlock Library


The Chartreuse MuseThe Chartreuse Muse

Stanislaus County LibraryThe Chartreuse Muse

Modesto LibraryThe Chartreuse Muse5 Points-McHenry & J

Del Rio G & CCKeyes LibraryNino’s Place

Material Grill SalidaCSU Stanislaus Dining

MJC AuditoriumClarion / Shooters

The Other PlaceTurlock LibraryCopper Rhino

Material Grill SalidaCow Track Oakdale

Fat Cat Music HouseVintage Lounge Turlock

Gallo Center for the ArtsMIdway Lounge

SpeakeasyRidgeway’s Lounge

Aqua LoungeState Theatre

Central West BalletSalida Library

The Chartreuse MuseMistlin Gallery Mistlin GallerySalida LibrarySalida Library


Modesto Library Stanislaus County LibraryMJC - East Campus Field

Ceres LibraryBarkin’ Dog Grill


MJC Main AuditoriumStage 3 SonoraMJC Forum 110

Fuzio Universal PastaDeva Cafe

Turlock Theatre P Wexford’s PubMIdway Lounge



Azucar Latin Grill

P Wexford’s PubMistlin Gallery MJC StadiumMistlin Gallery

Mother Lode FairgroundsDeva Cafe

McHenry MuseumStanislaus County Library

Circus Bar & NightclubDowntown Modesto 9th and I St

Village Baking CompanyMJC AuditoriumBarkin’ Dog Grill

Nino’s Place

She BoutiqueStage 3 Sonora

Lakewood SchoolBrenden Cinemas

Fat Cat Music HouseState Theatre

Fuzio Universal PastaMJC- Recital HallMHS Auditorium

Gallo Center for the ArtsState Theatre


The BoardroomSpeakeasyCrocodiles

P Wexford’s PubMcHenry Village Suite 62F

Salida LibraryRotary International Park Turlock

Mistlin Gallery Mistlin Gallery

Mother Lode FairgroundsOakdale Library

Deva CafeTurlock Library

McHenry MuseumSalida Library

MJC West Softball FieldModesto Library

Stanislaus County LibraryFields TBD

VIllage Baking CompanyWest Side Theatre

Gallo Center for the ArtsMJC AuditoriumStage 3 Sonora

Lakewood SchoolBarkin’ Dog Grill

Turlock Country ClubNino’s Place

Fat Cat Music HouseMHS Auditorium

Al’s Billiards TurlockFat Cat Music House

T’s CocktailsMIdway Lounge

Ridgeway’s LoungeSpeakeasyCrocodiles

Camp 4 Save Mart Scenic&Oakdale

Sips Bistro 901 N Carpenter Rd.Village Baking Company

Mother Lode FairgroundsDeva Cafe

Stanislaus County LibraryFields TBD

Congregation Beth ShalomStage 3 Sonora

Speakeasy Ridgeway’s Lounge

Crocodiles

Camp 4 Mistlin Gallery


The Chartreuse MuseStanislaus County Library

The Chartreuse MuseThe Boardroom

Ridgeway’s Lounge

P Wexford’s PubCentral West Ballet

Salida LibraryMistlin Gallery

18th Annual Crab FestJosh RosenblumBenefit for Laura Serrone Declaration of WarHamletRed MollyTri-Star EmodimentMHS Drowsy ChaperoneAcoustic Rock Society -Aeromyth Karaoke NightKaraoke with Clovis KingLive Country MusicNeil & Matt LiveQuote Your Pulse - Every AtlasYUCKMOUTHSunday Group RunMarch 4Sunday Group RunBreakfast at SipsMusic Sundays-Max MinardiJIm Christiansen, Jen JohnsonDeclaration of WarAndrocles & The LionLibrary Bookmark ContestMike Super Magic & IllusionKaraokeBring Your Own Record NightHamletKaraoke TimeKaraoke NightKaraoke with Clovis KingSunday Golden Oldie DanceMarch 5March in March Almond Blossom & CeramicsWiggle WormsJIm Christiansen, Jen JohnsonWiggle WormsFundamentals of Drawing IILibrary Bookmark ContestTeen Game DayFundamentals of Drawing IIIDeclaration of WarNihon No BunkaChess NightsBoardroom Karaoke Karaoke with Clovis KingMarch 6PariahTrivia Irish PintBallet PilatesMany Faces of ClayAlmond Blossom & Ceramics wPreschool Story TimeWiggle WormsJIm Christiansen, Jen JohnsonStory Time - Oakdale LibrayQuilts Modesto ExhibitComputer Basics*Library Bookmark ContestPuppet CraftScience Colloquium...Art AdventuresFriends of the Library meetingArt AdventuresTijuana TuesdaysTijuana TuesdayTuesday Track WorkoutPreschool StoryTimeEvening with Garrison KeillorFigure DrawingInto The AbyssInto the AbyssTrivia NightTim Allen LiveTipsy Tuesdays/Beer PongKaraoke NightKaraoke with Clovis KingMiki Industry NightT’s Night OutTim Quinn and Travelling Circus

March 7Neil BeuttnerPariahBallet Barre ConditioningMany Faces of ClayAlmond Blossom & CeramicsMommy & MeStory Time Book Discussion. JIm Christiansen, Jen JohnsonQuilts Modesto ExhibitFamily Art AdventuresFamily Creative ClayLibrary Bookmark Contest301 Fundamentals of DrawingTeen Tech Week CraftStudio Art I, II, & III5 Points Peace VigilCrooning at the CLubFriends of the Library meetingKaraokeOpen Mic ComedyVines: Food and Wine ExperienceAmerican College Dance FestivalCreole Jazz KingsFree Margaritas and KaraokeFriends of the Library ] meetingHUMP DAY Open JaM night !!!Open Mic ComedyOpen Mic NightThe Sawyer FamilyTim Allen LiveChicagoKaraoke NightJohnny&KellyKaraoke w/ BradMarch 8Aqua ThursdaysDeclaration of WarBallet PilatesFriends of the Library book saleHandling Clay ClassesMany Faces of ClayAlmond Blossom & Ceramics Salida Friends of Library BookSalida Story HourJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ]Quilts Modesto ExhibitComputer Basics*Library Bookmark ContestMJC Baseball vs. Santa Rosa Dr. Seuss’s birthdayDave Dow open jam session Open Jam NightQuentos en Espanol AMERICAN DANCE FESTIVALHamletEngagement Project Fall FilmRachel Renae Ladies NightThursday Night RambleIn the mood Johnny & Kelly Pint NightKaraoke NightFlyboys House PartyKaraoke w/ BradNeil and Matt LiveKaraoke Skewers StyleAzucar ThursdaysMarch 9Research & DevelopmentMany Faces of ClayMen’s and Women’s Track & FieldAlmond Blossom & CeramicsSonora Celtic FaireJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Quilts Modesto ExhibitLibrary Bookmark ContestCircus FridaysModesto Arch 100th AnniversaryMattea Overstreet LiveAmerican College Dance FestivalAnthony’s Irish bandDoc Holliday

Girls Night OutHamletHow the West Was WildJohn Carter OpeningSalvador Santana LiveStrangeBrew & MotelsTim Allen Live Concert with Summer LatimerMHS Drowsy ChaperoneCrooning with Tony DesareMartha Davis & The MotelsKaraoke NightKaraoke with Clovis KingMCW BandNeil & Matt LiveWeekend Dance PartyMarch 10Steve KenworthyPharmacy Technician TrainingFriends of the Library book saleLittle Ones Baseball TrainingMany Faces of ClayAlmond Blossom & Ceramics ShowSonora Celtic FaireCelebrate Teen Tech JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitPuppet Art Theater presentsQuilts Modesto ExhibitSnuggles Project DaySoftball, MJC vs. Sac City CollegeScrapbooking Fun! Library Bookmark ContestModesto Ajax United Soccer TourneyBlack Velvet Band LiveDaniel Castro BandModesto Chamber of Commerce 100American College Dance FestivalHamletHow the West Was WildJean Radino and All-star jazzJoe Baretta BandRockhavenShotgun BettiesMHS Drowsy Chaperone6 Bands Free -Z Ztrain“LOS FELINOS “Hari Kari LiveKaraoke NightKaraoke with Clovis KingNeil & Matt LiveWeekend Dance PartyMarch 11Bring Your Own Record NightSunday Group RunBreakfast at SipsMusic Sundays Mattea OverstreetSonora Celtic FaireJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitLibrary Bookmark ContestModesto Ajax United Soccer TourneyJayme Stone LiveHamletKaraoke TimeKaraoke with Clovis KingSunday Golden Oldie Dance PartyMarch 12Chess Nights Almond Blossom & Ceramics ShowWiggle WormsJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitFundamentals of Drawing II & IIILibrary Bookmark ContestNihon No BunkaBoardroom Karaoke Karaoke with Clovis KingMarch 13Trivia Irish PintBallet PilatesBook ClubMany Faces of Clay


Spring Creek Country ClubMcHenry Museum

Modesto LibraryMJC - East Campus Field

MJC East Campus, Science 208The Chartreuse Muse

The Other PlaceSalida library

Modesto Library The Chartreuse Muse

Barkin’ Dog GrillGallo Center for the Arts

The BoardroomThe Other Place




Mistlin GalleryOakdale Library

Mistlin GalleryThe Chartreuse Muse

Modesto Libray Deva Cafe

McHenry MuseumThe Chartreuse MuseThe Chartreuse MuseThe Chartreuse Muse

Modesto LibraryModesto LibraryThe Other Place

Prospect TheatreRidgeway’s Lounge

Aqua LoungeState Theatre

Central West BalletMJC East Campus Quad

Mistlin GalleryOakdale Library

The Chartreuse MuseMistlin GallerySalida Library


MJC East Campus Tennis CourtsModesto Library

Keyes LibraryRiverbank Library

Memorial Medical CenterThe State Theatre

Barkin’ Dog GrillNino’s Place

Modesto LibraryMJC Forum 110


P Wexford’s PubFat Cat Music House



Azucar Latin Grill

P Wexford’s PubCrocodile’s Nightclub

Mistlin GalleryMistlin Gallery

Deva CafeCommunity Hospice

McHenry MuseumMJC East Campus Tennis Courts

Circus Bar & NightclubRipon Community CenterVillage Baking Company

Nino’s PlaceFat Cat Music House

Fuzio’s RestaurantBarkin’ Dog Grill

Turlock Theatre Gallo Center for the Arts

Fonda House, 414 HackbeRidgeway’s Lounge

The BoardroomSpeakeasy

Fat Cat Music House

Fat Cat Music HouseCrocodile’s Nightclub

McHenry Village Suite 62FMistlin Gallery

Oakdale LibraryRotary International Park Turlock

Enslen ParkDeva Cafe

McHenry MuseumModesto Library

MJC - East Campus FieldEnslen Park

WCSL Sound StageHart Ransom Multipurpose Room

Village Baking CompanyBarkin’ Dog Grill

Nino’s PlaceGallo Center for the Arts

St. Clair TheaterRidgeway’s Lounge

SpeakeasySpeakeasy

Fat Cat Music House

Camp 4 Save Mart Scenic&Oakdale

Sips Bistro 901 N Carpenter Rd.Village Baking Company

Deva CafeGallo Center for the Arts

Fat Cat Music HouseSpeakeasy

Ridgeway’s LoungeCrocodiles

Camp 4 Modesto Library

Deva CafeThe Chartreuse MuseThe Chartreuse Muse

Salida LibraryThe Boardroom

Ridgeway’s Lounge


Mistlin GalleryWaterford LibraryModesto Library


MJC West Softball FieldMJC East Campus, Science 208

The Chartreuse MuseRiverbank library

The Chartreuse MuseThe Other PlaceModesto LibraryModesto Library

Firkin and FoxGallo Center for the Arts

The Chartreuse MuseModesto Center Plaza

The BoardroomThe Other Place




MJC Men’s GolfQuilts Modesto Exhibit Word Basics*MJC Baseball vs. American RiverScience ColloquiumArt AdventuresTijuana TuesdaysFamily Movie NightPreschool StoryTimeFigure DrawingSecond Tradition BandRuduld BudginasTim Allen LiveTipsy Tuesdays/Beer PongKaraoke with Clovis KingMiki Industry NightT’s Night OutTim Quinn and Travelling CircusMarch 21Neil BeuttnerBallet Barre ConditioningCelebration of Fiber ArtsFriends of the Library book saleCeramics ShowMommy & MeStory Time JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitQuilts Modesto ExhibitFamily Art Adventures & Creative Clay301 Fundamentals of DrawingStudio Art I, II, & IIIDinner TheaterBook DiscussionFree Margaritas and KaraokeSlam On RyeKaraoke w/ BradMarch 22Aqua ThursdaysFly Fishing Tour-Special ScreeningBallet PilatesMJC Student Job FairCelebration of Fiber ArtsFriends of the Library book saleHandling Clay ClassesMistlin Ceramics ShowSalida Story HourJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitQuilts Modesto Exhibit Men’s Tennis vs. Santa Rosa CollegeIntermediate InternetBouncy Caterpillar CraftYarn Painting CraftMemorial Colon ScreeningRivers of Recovery FundraiserDave Dow open jam session Open Jam NightQuentos en EspanolMJC Civic Engagement Project Fall FilmRachel Renae Ladies NightThursday Night RambleJohnny & Kelly Pint NightDEVIN THE DUDE / EQUIPTOFlyboys House PartyKaraoke w/ BradNeil and Matt LiveKaraoke Skewers StyleAzucar ThursdaysMarch 23Research & DevelopmentWeekend Dance PartyCelebration of Fiber ArtsMistlin Ceramics ShowJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitHospice: Wills & Trust ClassesQuilts Modesto ExhibitTennis, MJC vs.Sacr City CollegeCircus FridaysGregori High Sports Crab Feed Josh RosenblumAnthem-EXP BandFamDaMily Night w Hooten HallersJoe Barretta Tim Allen LiveJohnny Rockets and Thrust

Michael Cavanaugh - songs of Billy Joel Keyboard Conversations Off The Air-Matt BauerKaraoke with Clovis KingMCW BandNeil & Matt LiveHOOTEN HAULERSMarch 24PRIVATE WEDDING EVENTWeekend Dance PartyPharmacy Technician Training ProgramCelebration of Fiber ArtsFriends of the Library book saleLittle Ones Baseball TrainingReally Really Free MarketJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitQuilts Modesto ExhibitScrapbooking Fun! MJC Baseball vs. American River CollegePimpn & Whore’n SloshballHari Kari Video ShootHart Ransom FundraiserBlack Velvet BandRoger Perry blues bandTequila MockingbirdBlast!SIN-sual SaturdaysKaraoke with Clovis KingNeil & Matt LiveTim Quinn & Travelling CircusTalk of the Town PresentsMarch 25Bring Your Own Record NightSunday Group RunBreakfast at SipsMusic Sundays: Josh RosenblumJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitBlast!March Metal Massacre - Cobalt PresentsKaraoke TimeKaraoke with Clovis KingSunday Golden Oldie Dance PartyMarch 26Chess NightsWiggle WormsJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitFundamentals of Drawing II & IIINihon No Bunka (Japanese Art & Culture)Dinner and a MovieBoardroom Karaoke Karaoke with Clovis KingMarch 27Trivia Irish PintBallet PilatesCelebration of Fiber ArtsPreschool Story TimeWiggle WormsJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitStory Time - Oakdale LibraySoftball, MJC vs. Sierra CollegeScience Colloquium...Science that MattersArt AdventuresBook ClubArt AdventuresTijuana TuesdaysExcel BasicsPreschool StoryTimeBeer Sampling- Firestone BrewingDavis Presents: Wonderful World of OzFigure DrawingFive Finger Death PunchTim Allen LiveTipsy Tuesdays/Beer PongKaraoke with Clovis KingMiki Industry NightT’s Night OutTim Quinn and Travelling CircusMarch 28Neil BeuttnerBallet Barre Conditioning

MJC East Campus PoolMJC East Campus Tennis Courts

Stanislaus County LibraryCircus Bar & Nightclub

Village Baking CompanyBrenden Cinemas

Barkin’ Dog GrillEnochs Main Stage

Stage 3 SonoraFuzio’s Restaurant

Nino’s PlaceO’Malley’s Place

Ridgeway’s LoungeThe Boardroom

SpeakeasyFat Cat Music House


MJC - AuditoriumMcHenry Village Suite 62F

Around the regionDodge Ridge

Gallo Administration BuildingRotary International Park Turlock

MJC East Campus PoolMistlin Gallery


McHenry MuseumVintage Gardens

MJC - East Campus FieldStanislaus County Library

St Josephs ChurchDowntown Modesto 11th St.

Wellington Station TurlockVillage Baking Company

Modesto Center PlazaDeva Cafe

Fat Cat Music HouseEnochs Main Stage

Modesto Christian Center.Stage 3 SonoraBarkin’ Dog Grill

Nino’s PlaceGallo Center for the Arts

State Theatre Speakeasy

St. Clair TheaterRidgeway’s Lounge

Speakeasy

Camp 4 Downtown Modesto 11th&MSave Mart Scenic&Oakdale

Sips Bistro Gallo Administration Building

Village Baking CompanyDeva Cafe

State Theatre Stage 3 Sonora

Speakeasy Ridgeway’s Lounge

Crocodiles

Camp 4 Mistlin Gallery


The Chartreuse MuseThe Chartreuse MuseModesto Elks Lodge

The BoardroomRidgeway’s Lounge


Mistlin GalleryMistlin Gallery

Waterford LibraryModesto Library


MJC Swimming/DivingMJC Men’s & Women’s TennisLibrary Bookmark ContestCircus FridaysMax MInardi21 Jump St & Butter OpeningDesgarga 2012; Mario FloresEnochs Presents: Acts of GodHamletJoe Barretta Tim Allen LiveRock LobsterAnthem-Exp LiveKaraoke with Clovis KingMCW BandNeil & Matt LiveDj Pizo Presents:March 17St Patricks Bash StrangebrewWeekend Dance PartyHispanic Education ConferencePharmacy Technician TrainingBoutique Crawl2012 Ski & Board-a-Thon51st Annual Camellia CavalcadeLittle Ones Baseball TrainingSwimming/DivingMistlin Ceramics ShowJIm Christiansen, Jen JohnsonSaturday Morning MovieQuilts Modesto ExhibitShamrock’d the 209MJC Baseball vs. Delta CollegeLibrary Bookmark ContestBeyer Renaissance Crab FeedLucky Fest Van Diemen’s St Paddy’sBlack Velvet Band+foodDick Beardsley DinnerNAMA Benefit - Andy PadloST PAT’S DAY LUCKY FESTEnochs Presents: Acts of GodOpera Meets Gospel Concert HamletLucky FestSt. Patrick’s Day PartyPortrait of Patsy ClineLive rock tribute to JourneyTim Quinn & Travelling CircusComedy ShowcaseKaraoke with Clovis KingNeil & Matt LiveMarch 18Bring Your Own Record NightModesto MarathonSunday Group RunBreakfast at Sips51st Annual Camellia CavalcadeMusic Sundays: Max MInardi LiveJIm Christiansen, Jen JohnsonExodusHamletKaraoke TimeKaraoke with Clovis KingSunday Golden Oldie PartyMarch 19Chess NightsCeramics ShowWiggle WormsJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Fundamentals of Drawing II & IIINihon No Bunka North County Corridor MeetingBoardroom Karaoke Karaoke with Clovis KingMarch 20Trivia Irish PintBallet PilatesCelebration of Fiber ArtsCeramics ShowPreschool Story TimeWiggle WormsJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Story Time - Oakdale Libray

Mistlin GalleryWaterford Library, 324 E Street

Modesto LibraryDeva Cafe

Oakdale Library MJC East Student Center

McHenry MuseumMJC East Campus Tennis Courts

Modesto LibraryStanislaus County LibraryMJC - East Campus Field

Science 208, MJC East CampusThe Chartreuse Muse

The Other PlaceEmpire Library

Modesto Library Barkin’ Dog Grill

The Chartreuse MuseThe Boardroom

The Other Place Ridgeway’s Lounge

Miki Japanese RestaurantTs CocktailsSpeakeasy


Gallo Center for the ArtsMistlin Gallery Mistlin Gallery

The Chartreuse MuseModesto Libray

Deva CafeGallo Center for the Arts

McHenry MuseumThe Chartreuse Muse

Stanislaus County LibraryThe Chartreuse Muse

Oakdale LibraryMJC Forum 110

The Chartreuse MuseThe Chartreuse MuseThe Chartreuse Muse

Material Grill SalidaThe Other Place

Cow Track OakdaleRidgeway’s Lounge

Aqua LoungeCentral West Ballet

The Chartreuse MuseMistlin Gallery Mistlin GallerySalida Library


Stanislaus County LibraryEmpire Library

Barkin’ Dog GrillModesto Library


Enochs Main StageStage 3 Sonora


Gallo Center for the ArtsP Wexford’s Pub



Azucar Latin Grill


Mistlin GalleryDeva Cafe

St. Clair TheaterMcHenry Museum

Almond Blossom & Ceramics ShowPreschool Story TimeWiggle WormsJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitStory Time - Oakdale LibrayLatina Leadership NetworkQuilts Modesto ExhibitMJC Men’s & Women’s TennisInternet Basics*Library Bookmark ContestMJC Baseball vs. Delta CollegeScience Colloquium..sArt AdventuresTijuana TuesdaysFriends of the Library meetingPreschool StoryTime2nd Tuesday-Open Mic PoetryFigure DrawingTim Allen LiveTipsy Tuesdays/Beer PongKaraoke with Clovis KingMiki Industry NightT’s Night OutTim Quinn and Travelling CircusMarch 14Neil BeuttnerBallet Barre ConditioningThe Best MeMany Faces of ClayAlmond Blossom & CeramicsMommy & MeStory Time JIm Christiansen, Jen JohnsontThe best MeQuilts Modesto ExhibitFamily Art AdventuresLibrary Bookmark Contest301 Fundamentals of DrawingSt. Patrick’s Day CraftCal Voter Foundation-Kim AlexanderStudio Art IStudio Art IIIStudio Art IlOpen Mic ComedyFree Margaritas and KaraokeOpen Mic NightKaraoke w/ BradMarch 15Aqua ThursdaysBallet PilatesHandling Clay ClassesMany Faces of ClayAlmond Blossom & CeramicsSalida Story HourJIm Christiansen, Jen JohnsonQuilts Modesto ExhibitLibrary Bookmark ContestSt. Patrick’s Day Bookmark CraftDave Dow open jam session Internet Basics*Open Jam NightQuentos en EspanolEnochs Presents: Acts of GodHamletRachel Renae Ladies NightThursday Night RambleColin QuinnJohnny & Kelly Pint NightFlyboys House PartyKaraoke w/ BradNeil and Matt LiveKaraoke Skewers StyleAzucar ThursdaysMarch 16The NinesWeekend Dance PartyAlmond Blossom & CeramicsJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Live Reggae MusicQuilts Modesto Exhibit

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Row 1 Nathan and Brett Dennen play to a sold out Gallo Center crowd to benefit Camp Jack HazardKelly Ramirez keeps the beat.Tony Serrano rocks with Social Distortion at Modesto Centre PlazaThe MoHigh Black hole wraps up the basketball seasonNick Shattell provides the soundtrack for a great Off the Air show.Brett Dennen hangs with his former camp counselor adviser Big Earl

Row 2Bret Dennen Nad Joe Barretta at the Gallo CenterThe ladies of Papachino’s smile for the cameraEvan Yoshino and Tony Media enjoy the Thursday Night Ramble at Deva CaféMike Ness of Social Distortion gets lost in the moment at Modesto Centre PlazaRandy and Sue Siefkin all dressed up for the Artist Premier at the StateNewly elected Mayor of Modesto Garrad Marsh high fives with Chris Murphy

Row 3 A good silent movie gets an awesome organist at the StateSue Richardson poses in her vintage premier styles for the ArtistBrian and Tana Dennen share a moment before the Brett Dennen showThe band Television Sky just after their great set at the St. ClairTodd Aaronson gets “flocked” by Downey High studentsGarrad Marsh after his victory

Row 4Mike and Midge Zagaris at the State Theatre premier of the ArtistBehind the scenes at the ModestoView cover shootNothing like a little caramelizing and flame with your Serrano Coffee.Mayor Jim Ridenour hands over the reins of Modesto to Garrad Marsh A little love in The State Theatre lobbyThe Holocaust Exhibit drew many visitors at Vintage Faire.

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Westside TheatreJust wanted to remind the friends of the arts that students and children are admitted for half price to West Side Theatre sponsored events. This is great news and thanks to the folks in Newman for making this happen. The Dan-iel Castro Band on March 10 is in our Top 10. Try the west side and enjoy the show. www.westsidetheatre.org

The Hart-Ransom Parent-Teacher Club (HRPTC)is proud to present the Tri-Tip Dinner & Auction on Saturday, March 24, 2012 at Hart-Ransom’s New Multipurpose Building to fund field trip trans-portation, repair instruments for the band, pay for transportation for our athletic teams, purchase technology equipment and supplies for classrooms, sponsor activities for students, and much more. Contact: Treasurer, Donna Van Klaveren at (209)996-6580 or Johnny Garcia at(209) 312-4970 or e-mail at [email protected].

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MJC East Student CenterMistlin Gallery

The Chartreuse MuseModesto Libray

Deva CafeThe Chartreuse MuseThe Chartreuse MuseThe Chartreuse Muse

Gallo Center for the ArtsThe Other PlaceModesto Library

MJC- Recital HallRidgeway’s Lounge

Aqua LoungeCentral West Ballet

Mistlin GalleryThe Chartreuse Muse

Salida LibraryDeva Cafe

MJC East Campus FieldBarkin’ Dog Grill


Central West BalletFuzio Universal Pasta

Deva CafeMJC- Recital HallP Wexford’s Pub



Azucar Latin Grill


Mistlin GalleryDeva Cafe

MJC- East CampusCircus Bar & Nightclub

Fat Cat Music HouseVillage Baking Company

Barkin’ Dog GrillThe Seasons

Fuzio’s RestaurantDavis High Little Theatre

MJC Forum 110Gallo Center for the Arts

Nino’s PlaceRidgeway’s Lounge

The BoardroomSpeakeasy

Modesto Elks LodgeSt. Clair Theater

Crocodile’s Nightclub

MJC Job FairCelebration of Fiber ArtsMommy & MeStory Time JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitFamily Art Adventures301 Fundamentals of DrawingStudio Art I, II, & IIIAre you My Mother? Free Margaritas and KaraokeHospice: Wills & Trust ClassesElectronic Music RecitalKaraoke w/ BradMarch 29Aqua ThursdaysBallet PilatesCelebration of Fiber ArtsHandling Clay ClassesSalida Story HourJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitMJC Baseball vs. Sierra CollegeDave Dow open jam session Open Jam NightQuentos en EspanolBallet Choeographer’s WorkshopRachel Renae Ladies NightThursday Night RambleSPRING STRING RECITALJohnny & Kelly Pint NightFlyboys House PartyKaraoke w/ BradNeil and Matt LiveKaraoke Skewers StyleAzucar ThursdaysMarch 30Research & DevelopmentWeekend Dance PartyCelebration of Fiber ArtsJIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ExhibitStudent Services Building Ribbon CuttingCircus Fridays209 IndieFest & Modesto MeltdownMax MInardi LiveSenior Moment14th annual Excellence in Arts BanquetJoe Barretta Tim Allen LiveWonderful World of OzModesto Area Partners in Science Blues Brothers ReviewDJ-etr LopezKaraoke with Clovis KingMCW BandNeil & Matt LiveMarch 31Dan St James ComedyMarch Madness ComedyWeekend Dance Party

There were so many great events in Modesto during February. Take a look at some of the fun times and see if you were there.

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