modestoview.com
july 2011
Modesto, USA
A Classic American City Since 1870
Every 4th of July it is time to celebrate the ways that we are independent, the ways we are special and the ways that the USA and Modesto, USA are amazing. Every 4th of July we think about the ways we can make our country better, our city better and celebrate our national and civic pride. What better way to celebrate than going to the Modesto 4th of July parade, the longest continuously running parade in California since 1874? This month, our very own Ms. Modesto, Emilie Haarsma wraps herself in national pride, new Modesto Chamber of Commerce CEO Cecil Russell shares the vision for revitalization, an X-fest sneak peak, insights from local musicians and we
give you a peek into legendary bars, and new and exciting restaurants. And of course, ModestoView gives you the most awesome 100% positive and 100% local magazine loaded with good things to do, topped off with our amazing event calendar. Our world famous Graffiti Summer continues and as we celebrate the fabulous 4th, there are so many reasons to celebrate Modesto. Classic cars and Graffiti spirit are everywhere. Fabulous things are happening in Modesto! Downtown Modesto is important, but you might ask, what about the rest of Modesto? Every part of Modesto is important, but one thing is true, for a city to be healthy, the
downtown core has to be economically strong and culturally vibrant. This makes our entire region better. It is the engine that makes our car “Vroooom”. Downtown is re-opening! Downtown is re-welcoming! Downtown Modesto wants you to know that families, couples, singles, doubles, friends and soon to be friends are all welcome. The city and county vision directs the regional arts and entertainment to be centered in Downtown Modesto. We need to welcome and support those who invest and visit. Coming soon, the Modesto, USA Historic Cruise Route will be a tourist stroll educating and entertaining visitors and residents alike and celebrating
our American Graffiti heritage. GoDowntownModesto.com will be a new website dedicated to all things downtown. You will see new pavement, new signs, new curbs, new banners and a new “Ambassador” security patrol that will keep us safe and be welcoming to our visitors. There will be new and expanded restaurants, more entertainment, more live music. All of these things will make every part of Modesto more interesting and exciting. Just wait and see. Yes it is true and our brand is strong: Modesto, USA – The Classic American City since 1870. Comment on this feature by email to info@modestoview.com or at www. modestoview.com
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