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What’s with the Arch?

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Beats, Beauties and Booze

The Moonshine Bandits Hit the Road page 16

March Madness

served with a side of Fried Chicken

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World Mini Art Show lands in Modesto

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March 8 - Garrison Keillor – Gallo Center

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

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March 9 – Martha Davis and the Motels – State Theatre March 10 – Daniel Castro Band – West Side Thaatre

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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 Madness of Lady Bright and 3 short plays – MJC March 9 – Salvador Santana & Band with Latin Essence & Blanca – Fat Cat March 17 – St. Patrick’s Day Luckyfest Downtown Modesto, P Wexfords MAMA Winning St Patricks Day Fest March 27 – 5 Finger Death Punch & Soulfly – Modesto Center Plaza Ok, this is huge news that Chicago will be playing the Gallo Center on March 7, but it is brutally sold out so do not lose your tickets or you will be singing the Chicago Blues

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Greetings

PUBLISHER’S INFO PUBLISHER

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Chris Murphy chrism@modestoview.com

Jim Christiansen Eric Benson Mike Vanek Kay Osborn Jennifer Alsup Kaye Serpa Efrin Martinez Shasta Boss FiestaBoyz Abbey Murphy Dana Jonson Brad Gibson Tara Tinsley Debi Campbell Michelle Diemer

GENERAL MANAGER

Greg Cobb greg@modestoview.com SENIOR EDITOR

Ruben Porras DESIGN, LAYOUT, & ART

Republic Marketing Content Director

Todd Aaronson

Chris and Becky at Artist Premier at the State.

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 innovations 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 musician 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.

ChrisMurphy Founder and Publisher, ModestoView chrism@modestoview.com

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Associate Designers

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SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

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CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Nick Giron Efrin Martinez Diane Moody

©2012 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission from the publisher. The photographs, graphics, artwork and advertisements are the property of Modesto View Magazine.

The magazine assumes no responsibility or liability for claims made by the advertisers. The opinions expressed do not necessarily reflectthe views of Modesto View Magazine or the owners. Modesto View Magazine is not responsible for typographical errors or omissions.

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This Month’s Cover: 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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BIG VIEW Happy Birthday to the Modesto Arch!

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The Modesto arch was erected in 1912 as

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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 Commerce, obtained the approval of Modesto’s City Council to construct an “Ornamental

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and Electric Arch” over I street where it crosses 9th street. The slogan for the arch was determined by a contest. It was limited 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.

The 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 flag poles which then would bring the height to some 30 feet.

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The 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. The arch has been celebrated, 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 film 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 dedication 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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They 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.

The 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 effort to restore it back to its original glory for it 100th birthday this year. It was dedicated on March 9, 1912.

pringtime is good for the local art scene. March opens with the Faces of Clay/Almond Blossoms Central California Art Association members show at Mistlin Gallery through March 16, followed by the annual Fabric Art Show beginning 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 Gallery, or from Artel Art Center in McHenry Village.

Modesto Art Museum has a March 10 application deadline for World Mini Art Expo. This 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 member 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. This show replaces the great photo show by David Schroeder. Mark Holden paintings are featured at Thursday Night Ramble shows.

Beware the Ides of March. The new map for the Downtown Modesto Third Thursday Art Walknotes a new gallery at 13th and J, open three days a week. The new venue is a consignment gallery with a 30 per

By Jim Christianen 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 office 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 different 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 locations like Mistlin Gallery and Chartreuse Muse. The 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

Support local artists buy some Art.

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Check out these regional visual arts events.

Merced Art Hop, comes up every couple months. Sonora has Second Saturday Gallery 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 often the start of a new round of classes in the visual arts at Artel Art Center, the Chartreuse Muse, Mistlin Gallery. Artel is also offering 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 first and third Thursdays.

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formed me, is not the case. Wine, liquor, along with a substantial selection of whiskey cater to anyone with, as Hurst put it, a â&#x20AC;&#x153;thirst for lifeâ&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;&#x201D;life, of course, meaning alcohol. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve long heard P. Wex has a good selection of whiskey, which Hurst claims is â&#x20AC;&#x153;not enough,â&#x20AC;? but heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lying because thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more than enough. Not including that lovely Jameson tap. Where did the name P. Wexfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s originate you ask? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day is, naturally, P. Wexâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest day of the year. The Best Small Event MAMA award winning bar remains packed throughout the day and everyone, has Hurst puts it, is â&#x20AC;&#x153;in the right atmosphereâ&#x20AC;? for the drinking holiday. There 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. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day to respond with a smile the traditional Gaelic response: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pug Mahone**!â&#x20AC;? And also remember to never trust an Irishman. **Not a traditional St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day phrase.

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t. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day has always held a special place in my heart. Perhaps itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s likely the fact that good olâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; St. Paddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day revolves exclusively around drinking, a traditional Irish pastime I gladly practice. And though Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never figured out whose genius idea it was to make cabbage a food staple on a beerbased holiday, St. Paddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always promises a fun time. P. Wexfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub is a renowned location for Modestoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Erin go Bragh festivities.

P. Wexfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has an impressive 23 beers on tap and 25 taps in total. The remaining two taps are a hard cider and Jameson Whiskey. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right: Jameson freaking Whiskey on tap. The beer selection is rotated often,occasionally daily, but never fear, the Jameson is there to stay. TheIrish pub not only boasts an excellent beer selection, but also a great bar-menu spread, a healthy scattering of sports-playing flat screens (including one out on the sizable back patio), an unofficial steel-tips dart league, very attractive waitresses, a big fat fireplace, and did I mention the Jameson tap?

Ron Hurst has been the Operational/ Nighttime Manager/Jack-of-all-trades at P. Wexfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for the last six years. I have been told, on more than one occasion, of Hurstâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 find me brew I liked and even offered to blend two together to find an ideal taste. Hurst states about P. Wex: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an atmosphere here you can feel, and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s never a reason not to talk to someone.â&#x20AC;? I wasunder the impression that P. Wex was exclusively a beer bar, which, Hurst in-

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am looking out the window of a sandwich shop on the corner of J and 10th Streets right now and the streets are almost empty. I try my best to support local establishments when I can but I am learning that downtown Modesto comes to a virtual standstill on Sundays. This 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 fivedollar bill in my pocket. The only problem is that it is going to take me all day to get this foot long song out of my head. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not good.

This has been a crazy month. The 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 nicest 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.

There will be more walks downtown for me

and more events to enjoy. St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Paddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s events that I have heard about this year is an event called Shamrockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d that will take place at Vintage gardens on Dale Road. Families are welcome at the event from 12pm-8pm and there will be plenty for them to do. Rockstar 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, Shamrockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day include the annual festivities at P. Wexfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, a bash at the Clarion Hotel and Lucky Fest 2012 downtown.

Keep an eye on our website at www.modestoview.com for a constantly growing list of local events. Email us at events@modestoview. com to have your event listed.

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Lucky Fest 2012 will take over the streets of downtown Modesto with a series of themed bars with names such as Mary Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub and Pong, Petersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pipe House, Patty Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Flynnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Comedy Shop, Sinn Fein Speakeasy, Emerald City and Con Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Kelleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Battle Royale. Celebrity DJ Ron Reeser is slated to perform at Fat Cat during the event.

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4 basketball games will be played during March Madness! With that being said, I’m thinking that’s going to be a lot of eating and drinking to play through! Modesto has just the place to accommodate such demands. Coach’s Corner! It has a clever set up with the full bar and restaurant being a shared setting with 4 flat screen TVs. If that isn’t enough, they also have a huge 9’ x 5’ TV in the banquet room that has an 80 person capacity. The atmosphere is upbeat and incredibly friendly! Then 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 accounting, while Hank has the unique title of being in charge of the solitaire games going on throughout the day! The 2 couples met there several years ago when it was Monaco’s.

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At least 2-3 times a week you will find Tom, a regular customer, dining at his fave place enjoying “the best fried chicken ever, and fried bologna sandwiches on Tuesdays!”

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By Kaye Osborn 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!

The menu has a wide variety of selections all prepared fresh daily, including a kid’s menu. I was pleased I could start with appetizers and perhaps finish with dessert.

The 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? Without 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 Corner 950 Oakdale Road Modesto, CA 95355 (209)491-2805 11am to closing M-Sat. closed Sun.

March is full of theatrical opportunities

for the whole family. The Stanislaus Literacy 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 talented cast and crew. The performing arts make our city vibrant and exciting and arts in the school create talented and high performing students.

So let’s see what is being offered in our area this month.

The Drowsey Chaperone: homage to American musicals of the Jazz Age Modesto High School March 2,3,9,10 7:30 PM For information call 576-4401 Androcles and the Lion: the classic Aesop’s fable For grades K-5 March 5 at 2 PM

Gallo Center for the Arts: Foster Family Theater When the West Was Wild: a Western musical directed by Kaye and Megan Osborn Lakewood School March 9 7PM (interpreted for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing) March 10 2 PM, 7 PM For information contact 571-1275 The Best Me: This free show sponsored

by Kaiser Permanente includes songs and dances to inspire elementary aged children and their families make healthier life choices.

March 14 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM Gallo Center for the Arts: Foster Family Theater The 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 Theatre. Tickets for the Gallo performance start at $15. The Davis tickets start at $7 Are You My Mother? This musical is based on P.D. Eastman’s whimsical, well-loved picture book. For grades K-2 March 28 7:00 PM Gallo Center for the Arts: Foster Family Theater 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.

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By: Todd Aaronson

Saturday March 3, 8 pm Al’s Billiards - 128 Center St. Turlock Performing: -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

As the Modesto arch celebrates it’s 100th

year, it seems fitting to celebrate another longstanding symbol of our community.

That would be the flooring store House of Carpets, an affiliate 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 operated and continues to uphold the legacy of service to the community.

When asked about what makes House of Carpets Carpet One unique as a flooring store, semi-retired co-owner, Jeff Cowan, replied, “I would say there are three things.

The first being we have been in the community for 62 years, so when people buy their flooring from us, they don’t have to worry about us being gone next month. We also have a legacy of serving the commercial flooring market! Secondly, the advantages of being a co-op member of Carpet One allows us to compete with the home improvement 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 whatever reason you don’t like the flooring you just installed, we will replace it for free.”

House of Carpets Carpet One has maintained 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 owners, both founders and their next generation have been actively involved in a variety of community organizations including: Modesto Rotary Club, Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Center, Habitat for Humanity, Modesto Chamber of Commerce, Community Hospice, Stanislaus Community Foundation, Sutter Gould Medical Foundation & Memorial Hospital, as well as personal 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 opportunity to be creative and look at possible opportunities through a different 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 offering different products and staying on top of future innovations and trends in the flooring industry.

GO MODESTO! NAMI

NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness is an education, advocacy andsupport group for families that suffer from mental illness. The annual fundraiser at Deva Café helps support some of those programs. Hundreds of families in Stanislaus 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 benefit starting at 6 pm. Donation admission is $10.

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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, fiddles, a solemn upright 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 The 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 first 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! That 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! The Hellbellies will be on fire, 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!

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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, thoughtprovoking night of comedy that The New York Times, Variety and other popular publications have called “hilarious,” “razor 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 directed by Jerry Seinfeld and critics have noted that Seinfeld’s style can be seen in the production. Quinn is currently working on developing a project based on how money flows 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 really 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 first 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 entertainment industry?

CQ: As far as comedy goes, Richard Pryor and George Carlin have influenced 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 history of the world. Have you always been a history buff?

CQ: I am a reader and I write what I read

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 information and to purchase tickets. Tickets start at $19.

into my work. I read everything that is put in front of me. I never focus on one particular 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 highlight 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. The real highlight has been living a life where I get paid for pleasure. That 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 really helped me get this production off the ground. He created all the visuals and he developed the set. He has been a key reason 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 issues during the show. Do you worry about offendinganyone?

CQ: People will definitely be offended.

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 people uncomfortable. It is easy to talk about things like Jersey Shore that have no depth but making people think about real issues

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

GO MODESTO! 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 ELECTRONIC MUSIC CONCERT at 7:30 p.m. in the Music Recital Hall on MJC East Campus. This is a free event and will truly blow your mind. Contact: David Dow at dowd@mjc.edu.

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irst 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 first met John Randall and Andy Rehm, I came overwhelmed with excitement, 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 The Hooten Hallers ! DCMM Productions decided Modesto needed to be spiced up a little with some Joe Buck, The Pendletons, Mike and Eli Allsup at Minnies. Needless to say Mr. Miller failed to mention the vibrantbone chilling rhythm and soul John and Andy bring to the stage. That is where the crowd fell in love with “The 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!!!

These fine 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 sensational, inspiring to the soul. There 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 first two.

Check out The Hooten Hallers on Reverbnation or their record label Bucketcity.

FamDAMily will be hosting The Hooten Hallers again in March. Keep your eyes peeled!!!

WELP!!!!!!

Sweet Pea Knickers Promotions Jennifer Allsup sweetpknickers@yahoo.com 209.735.9682

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Hooten Hallers Thursday Night Ramble – March 22 7 pm Café Deva

Over 21:

Hooten Hallers, Shaylin Nicole and DAM March 23 – Fat Cat Music House 7 pm

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A day in the life of a working musician:

Wake up too early and make coffee.

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 flyers, 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 flying 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.

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 parking lot full of all things green and Strangebrew will take the stage for dacing 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.luckyfestmodesto.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, The Last Goodbye, 6 Years Today, Behold The Device, The Adventurous Type, 40K, Disturbing The 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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The Moonshine Bandits

are in high gear and the momentum that is taking place is not unlike the force of the trains and trucks that they mention in their music.

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started writing this article at the end of December and planned to publish it over a month ago. That plan was thwarted by an insatiable army of fans known as The Shiner Nation that have banded together to make sure that their heroes make it to the top of their field.

The 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.

They are currently the number one selling artist on their record label’s roster and their growth is fast and furious.

There 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 industry 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, The 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. The 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.

These 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

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lifted rigs that proudly wave the red, white and blue everywhere they go.

The Moonshine Bandits are about to embark on a national tour that will put them in front of the fans that are now seeing them on television.They will be touring along side of Rehab, a band that has sold over 550,000 albums.

The tour known as “Gullible’s Travels” will take the whiskey-fueled circus that the Bandits travel with to the blue collar cities that their blend of hip-hop and country music was designed for.

Tour stops will include New Orleans, Louisiana, Little Rock, Arkansas, Dallas, Texas, Boise, Idaho and over 25 other places where the show will play to the workingclass crowds that it was designed for.

The crowds are the key to the success of the Moonshine Bandits according to band co-founder, Bird.

“The Shiner Nation is not just a group of fans,” explained Bird. “This is a family that grows every day. These 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 first-hand look at the band’s dedication to The Shiner Nation at the end of 2011 when the Bandits headlined a charity event at the Copper Rhino in Modesto. The 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 final encore and it was a night that really helped me make sense out of what has been happening 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. “This is all like a tornado.

We sit in the eye of the storm as everything 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. They keep me

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grounded. They are what I go home to.”

Holding on is important to the band. They are open and honest when they explain that it is hard to let go of some of the daily duties 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 office 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.

Those 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 Humboldt County during the band’s first ever Shiner Fest event. The band plans on making the event an annual celebration for The 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 realize 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 together well without being set to a soundtrack 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 families.

The event was organized by a growing charity arm that the band has formed known as The Outlaw Packing Company.

The effort 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 include donations from the band’s national sponsors including SRH Clothing and 51 Fifty Energy along with merchandise from the band’s massive merchandising collection that includes everything from t-shirts to a signature barbecue rub.

It is really impossible to fit such a big life into a story in a magazine. To really understand The 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 difference in someones life. Stop by Dos Changos Locos Tattoo 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 moonshine that is made right here in the Central Valley. Share that drink with a performer named Derrty D that often shares the spotlight 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 jukebox.” I know now from personal experience 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 hometown.

Follow along folks. The party is just getting started.

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Spring showers and green clovers are

soon to be marching down the streets of Modesto. March brings the Spring Equinox 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 Patrick’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

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 reasonable, especially the earrings.

Some of my favorite items are the masquerade 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, affordable, and always mysterious.

It is actually really convenient that part of the store is designated for women’s consignment because it makes it easier for complete characters to be constructed with extra odds and ends that are easily accessible. All costumes are rented but you can find jackets, shoes, makeup, jewelry, hair

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 Artistry 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 weekdays, 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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color sprays, exotic eyelashes, beaded necklaces, 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 personal 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 Costume 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.

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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 successfully finished ten 100-mile races. Recently 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 trying to conserve as much energy as possible, 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 without its struggles though. Jon had foot surgery 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 exactly 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 training 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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Your brown eyes so divine, divide me in two The more I stare, I fear I’m reaching one hundred and two Still, here come the shivers With every quiver more in love with you The hosts invested a lot of preparation and talent into this event. Consequently, the energy and excitement of the attendees 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. They’ll be back at Deva Cafe next month, Friday March 23 at 6:30 pm. I hope to see you there.

By Eric Benson Get ready, spring is around the corner

and ready to burst on the scene with flowers, color, renewal and oh yes, pollen. So get your trees pruned, your plants fertilized and get ready to sow so you can reap!

March also brings St. Patrick’s Day and plenty to celebrate. On the family friendly 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 pleasantly surprised. The 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 Thursdays opening for Johnny & Kelly at P. Wexford’s Pub and Restaurant in Modesto. They are also slated on the St. Patrick’s Day Music Fest from 128:00 p.m. at the Vintage Gardens Modesto.

The other nice surprise was seeing Francesca Hayward, winner of the Gallo event “Who’s got Talent 2011” at the Village Bakery Saturday February 18th. I had to see her after “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 Theatre continued to rock the house with great shows, Mark Hummel’s Harmonica Blowout, guitar slinger Eric Johnson, Ronnie Montrose kicking out the jam, Heartbreaker, a Led Tribute, and now March 9th brings in the Punk rock influenced 80’s Band, the Motels. March 17th another Tribute Journey, (the unauthorized Tribute) comes through.

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The bands play on at the Barkin’ Dog Grill supporting live music in an all-age environment. The food is good in a casual setting and the mighty John Black of JB Presents continues booking some roots music. The Barkin’ Dog also has a Jazz Jam with David Dow on Thursdays 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 follow. Call me: 918-7033, email: Mbenson@ fire2wire.com for the lowdown.

Chef ’s of New York features singing great Cathy Canales on Saturdays. Deva Café Thursday night Ramble features the house band Big Earl & Poorhouse Millionaires with Eli Lester on guitar. If you get out only one Thursday make sure it’s the Third Thursdays Art Walk in the Downtown cause ever in the chill of winter there is a lot of events happening that night. The Boardroom 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. Thursdays feature Neil Buettner and Matt Harrington,Friday’s dynamic duo Johnny & Kelly, and Saturdays rotate with: MCW Band, Strange Brew, The Nines, & Public Domain. And on March 11, Beth

Shalom’s Sunday event features Jayme Stone an eclectic Bela Fleck style banjo player who sites influence 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 listening 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.

The West Side Theatre in Newman, well worth the drive from Modesto, continues with an eclectic lineup in a restored theatre 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.westsidetheatre.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. Think globally but shop locally. Any co-conspirators or partners 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@fire2wire.com, or give me a holler at (209) 918-7033.

All the best, Eric Benson, peace out.

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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 celebrate the union of poetry and music than Smooth Grooves and Att-i-tudes featuring The Fine Line. Hosted by Jai’ Gallat, Elizabeth 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 evening of superb music, beautiful spoken word poetry and a short community open mic.

Even with a slow start due to the band’s

drummer running late due to a broken foot, I knew I was in for a musical, lyrical treat the moment the first chords came together on the electric guitar.

The hosts drew on the love theme, rocking sultry red outfits and seamlessly blending spoken word with classic songs.

At the beginning of theshow, they interwove poetry with vocals for the unofficial 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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Networking & music brings the area together. For the first 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 number of legitimate, active, collective local participators 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

connections, the venue, the media and their involvement of our growth. The annual Modesto Area Music Awards caters to all genres of music and educating yourself and staying up to date should be a part of your agenda. We have gathered a few comments and advice from wellrespected Promoters & DJs in our area and we asked the question: Is networking important?

And if so, how is it important?

D. Ferreira These 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 services 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 business from networking than I have by advertising. So I think it’s safe to say without networking I’d be not working.

ChrisRicci Networking 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.

GO MODESTO! Salvation Army

The 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 different restaurants and private homes. Third 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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012 makes 12 years that I have been working in the local music scene and 17 years since I joined the scene. This Month I’d like to pay tribute 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 forgotten.

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 haven 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

MIKE VANEK’S TOP 50 209 BANDS OF ALL TIME 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 “LUNCHBOX” 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 finally 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 fist in the gold.

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50 The Venting Machine 49 Two (o) Nine 48 Nuclear Rabbit (Bay) 47 LUXT (Sac) 46 Decomposition/Disfigured 45 Cursed/Cursed A.D. 44 Eyecon 43 This Times Brutal 42 Left Hand Black 41 Epidemia 40 Origins of Consequence 39 B420 38 Liquid Conscience 37 Warpath Assassins 36 Slackenloader 35 3 Finger Jack 34 Skin 4 Julia

33 Monkey Knife Fight 32 Thr3efold 31 Zero Tolerance 30 And All Was Lost 29 Seip 28 Counterbore 27 Suicide Hands 26 Rebel’s Mother 25 Morbius 24 Rubberfinger 23 Bitter Legacy 22 Fallen Sleepless 21 Better Left Unsaid 20 Immortality 19 Infestation 18 Burial Ground 17 Fatal Rage

16 Fathom 15 Differential 14 Alchemy 13 Nothing But Losers 12 Makeshift Grey 11 Bind 10 The Wind 09 Kranial Damage 08 Shrine 07 maus 06 Built 05 The Shambulls 04 Sickle 03 The Meats**ts 02 Carcinogen 01 DAM

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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 advice 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 realize that many people arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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

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By Abbey Murphy

These are pictures from the Modesto High Project Hope Stone Soup Dinner in February.

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, garden items save them until March 24 and take them to the Really Really Free Market at Enslen Park. Teachers, artists, performers 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 facebook site and post your talents or needs. You can get there from facebook.com/ modestoview  Please learn more at http://www.reallyreallyfree.org/ or other RRFM sites. Â

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Life Without Limits for People With Disabilitiesâ&#x20AC;?

Although United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) is a national organization, our Modesto location has been an independent affiliate for people with all types of disabilities 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 activitiesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;The day program and the employment program.

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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 advertisements, janitorial duties at local businesses 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 personal plan which they revise each year with the support of their family, care providers, and approximately 200 members participate in either of the programs daily.

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years and older, Scott Webb, CEO for just over two years is excited about the newest program addition of Connections Family Center, a recently opened children and families program center. This is a place where children with and without disabilities can come for licensed childcare, preschool, 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 positions and are paid through UCP versus the place of work.

Many of UCPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Francisco, or on the Mexico Cruise. UCP holds special events like the Special Needs Ball coming up March 24 where UCP hopes to grant each memberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wish through community support and Lemonade Day featuring over 1,500 lemonade stands supporting local youth!

Specific ongoing opportunities for you to get involved are: monthly financial support, 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, volunteer to work with members on a daily, weekly, or even special event basis, advertise on the bus benches, IT support, landscaping/playground installation & maintenance, and many more!

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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 provide 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 activities, rehabilitative therapies, improvement in emotional well-being, and new friendships. With planning and oversight of your loved ones, there can be a favorable outcome.

Here are some good â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;rules of thumbâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to be aware of when choosing and working with a care facility; Recognize common care problems and

ways to prevent them: Good care is everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basic right in a facility. Neglect is illegal.

Understand how laws protect your loved one and you as a family member: The Residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bill of Rights provides meaningful protection for your loved one and you as caregiver. Each facility will have these available on admission.

Identify sources of assistance to resolve issues: 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 cooperative relationship with the staff can help to keep small problems from becoming 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, consider contacting the Long-term Care Ombudsman or State Licensing and Certification Agency.

Knowing about facilitiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; responsibilities, the rights of residents, and what is the dif-

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

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To reserve space or contact Debi call 209541-6055 - debicareconnect@aol.com.

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March 1 Ballet Pilates Whaling and Azorean Immigration ASMJC CLUB FAIRE Handling Clay Classes Many Faces of Clay Almond Blossom & CeramicsShow Salida Story Hour JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Quilts Modesto Exhibit Library Bookmark Contest Dr. Seuss’s birthday Dave Dow open jam session Open Jam Night Quentos en Espanol DJ Ferreira Thursdays Hamlet Marvin Hamlisch Rachel Renae Ladies Night The Artist Thurs Night Ramble 2 CD Release Guitar Artist: Tony Kakamakov Johnny & Kelly Pint Night Karaoke Night Aqua Thursdays Aqua Thursdays Flyboys House Party Karaoke w/ Brad Neil and Matt Live Karaoke Skewers Style Azucar Thursdays Project X - Midnight Show March 2 Pariah The Nines Many Faces of Clay Almond Blossom & CeramicsShow JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit MOMS Club of Ceres Open House Literacy Network Award Luncheon Quilts Modesto Exhibit MJC Women Tennis Library Bookmark Contest Circus Fridays Declaration of War Opens Howard Training Center’sCrab Fest Max Minardi Hamlet Invader – Tribute to Iron Maiden Live Music Fridays at the Bakery Opening-ProjectX & The Lorax Red Dog Ash Tim Allen Live MHS Drowsy Chaperone Off the Air-French Cassettes/Kapowski Full Circle Band Josh Rosenblum Band Live Leave it All on the Stage Karaoke Night Slackenloader / Stephanie’s Birthday DJ Will Karaoke with Clovis King Live Country Music MCW Band Neil & Matt Live Weekend Dance Party Weekly Issue Live March 3 Pariah Research & Development The Artist Pharmacy Technician Training Program Little Ones Baseball Training Many Faces of Clay Mistlin Almond Blossom Show Mistlin Ceramics Show JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit Quilts Modesto Exhibit Dr. Seuss’s birthday Library Bookmark Contest

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Howard Training Center Village Baking Company Nino’s Place State Theatre Stage 3 Sonora West Side Theatre Newman Fat Cat Music House MHS Auditorium Al’s Billiards Turlock Gallo Center for the Arts MIdway Lounge Ridgeway’s Lounge The Other Place Speakeasy Grizzley Rock Turlock Crocodiles Fat Cat Music House Save Mart Scenic&Oakdale Sips Bistro 901 N Carpenter Rd. Village Baking Company Deva Cafe State Theatre Gallo Center for the Arts Stanislaus County Library Gallo Center for the Arts Nino’s Place Camp 4 Stage 3 Sonora Speakeasy MIdway Lounge Ridgeway’s Lounge Crocodiles MJC East Mistlin Gallery Modesto Library Deva Cafe Modesto Library The Chartreuse Muse Stanislaus County Library Oakdale Library The Chartreuse Muse State Theatre The Chartreuse Muse Camp 4 The Boardroom Ridgeway’s Lounge State Theatre P Wexford’s Pub Central West Ballet Mistlin Gallery Mistlin Gallery Waterford Library Modesto Library Deva Cafe Oakdale Library McHenry Museum Modesto Library Stanislaus County Library Newman Library MJC East Campus, Science 208 The Chartreuse Muse Riverbank Library The Chartreuse Muse The Other Place The Other Place MJC Track Modesto Library Gallo Center for the Arts The Chartreuse Muse State Theatre State Theatre P Wexford’s Pub The Boardroom The Other Place MIdway Lounge Ridgeway’s Lounge Miki Japanese Restaurant Ts Cocktails Speakeasy

18th Annual Crab Fest Josh Rosenblum Benefit for Laura Serrone Declaration of War Hamlet Red Molly Tri-Star Emodiment MHS Drowsy Chaperone Acoustic Rock Society Aeromyth Karaoke Night Karaoke with Clovis King Live Country Music Neil & Matt Live Quote Your Pulse - Every Atlas YUCKMOUTH Sunday Group Run March 4 Sunday Group Run Breakfast at Sips Music Sundays-Max Minardi JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Declaration of War Androcles & The Lion Library Bookmark Contest Mike Super Magic & Illusion Karaoke Bring Your Own Record Night Hamlet Karaoke Time Karaoke Night Karaoke with Clovis King Sunday Golden Oldie Dance March 5 March in March Almond Blossom & Ceramics Wiggle Worms JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Wiggle Worms Fundamentals of Drawing II Library Bookmark Contest Teen Game Day Fundamentals of Drawing III Declaration of War Nihon No Bunka Chess Nights Boardroom Karaoke Karaoke with Clovis King March 6 Pariah Trivia Irish Pint Ballet Pilates Many Faces of Clay Almond Blossom & Ceramics w Preschool Story Time Wiggle Worms JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Story Time - Oakdale Libray Quilts Modesto Exhibit Computer Basics* Library Bookmark Contest Puppet Craft Science Colloquium...

Art Adventures Friends of the Library meeting Art Adventures Tijuana Tuesdays Tijuana Tuesday Tuesday Track Workout Preschool StoryTime Evening with Garrison Keillor Figure Drawing Into The Abyss Into the Abyss Trivia Night Tim Allen Live Tipsy Tuesdays/Beer Pong Karaoke Night Karaoke with Clovis King Miki Industry Night T’s Night Out Tim Quinn and Travelling Circus

P Wexford’s Pub State Theatre Central West Ballet Mistlin Gallery Mistlin Gallery The Chartreuse Muse Modesto Libray Turlock Library Deva Cafe McHenry Museum The Chartreuse Muse The Chartreuse Muse Stanislaus County Library The Chartreuse Muse Modesto Library The Chartreuse Muse 5 Points-McHenry & J Del Rio G & CC Keyes Library Nino’s Place Material Grill Salida CSU Stanislaus Dining MJC Auditorium Clarion / Shooters The Other Place Turlock Library Copper Rhino Material Grill Salida Cow Track Oakdale Fat Cat Music House Vintage Lounge Turlock Gallo Center for the Arts MIdway Lounge Speakeasy Ridgeway’s Lounge Aqua Lounge State Theatre Central West Ballet Salida Library The Chartreuse Muse Mistlin Gallery Mistlin Gallery Salida Library Salida Library Deva Cafe McHenry Museum Modesto Library Stanislaus County Library MJC - East Campus Field Ceres Library Barkin’ Dog Grill Nino’s Place Modesto Library MJC Main Auditorium Stage 3 Sonora MJC Forum 110 Fuzio Universal Pasta Deva Cafe Turlock Theatre P Wexford’s Pub MIdway Lounge Copper Rhino Ridgeway’s Lounge The Boardroom Skewers Azucar Latin Grill P Wexford’s Pub Mistlin Gallery MJC Stadium Mistlin Gallery Mother Lode Fairgrounds Deva Cafe McHenry Museum Stanislaus County Library Circus Bar & Nightclub Downtown Modesto 9th and I St Village Baking Company MJC Auditorium Barkin’ Dog Grill Nino’s Place

March 7 Neil Beuttner Pariah Ballet Barre Conditioning Many Faces of Clay Almond Blossom & Ceramics Mommy & Me Story Time Book Discussion.

JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Quilts Modesto Exhibit Family Art Adventures Family Creative Clay Library Bookmark Contest 301 Fundamentals of Drawing Teen Tech Week Craft Studio Art I, II, & III 5 Points Peace Vigil Crooning at the CLub Friends of the Library meeting Karaoke Open Mic Comedy Vines: Food and Wine Experience American College Dance Festival Creole Jazz Kings Free Margaritas and Karaoke Friends of the Library ] meeting HUMP DAY Open JaM night !!!

Open Mic Comedy Open Mic Night The Sawyer Family Tim Allen Live Chicago Karaoke Night Johnny&Kelly Karaoke w/ Brad March 8 Aqua Thursdays Declaration of War Ballet Pilates Friends of the Library book sale Handling Clay Classes Many Faces of Clay Almond Blossom & Ceramics Salida Friends of Library Book Salida Story Hour JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson ] Quilts Modesto Exhibit Computer Basics* Library Bookmark Contest MJC Baseball vs. Santa Rosa Dr. Seuss’s birthday Dave Dow open jam session Open Jam Night Quentos en Espanol AMERICAN DANCE FESTIVAL Hamlet Engagement Project Fall Film Rachel Renae Ladies Night Thursday Night Ramble In the mood Johnny & Kelly Pint Night Karaoke Night Flyboys House Party Karaoke w/ Brad Neil and Matt Live Karaoke Skewers Style Azucar Thursdays March 9 Research & Development Many Faces of Clay Men’s and Women’s Track & Field Almond Blossom & Ceramics Sonora Celtic Faire JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Quilts Modesto Exhibit Library Bookmark Contest Circus Fridays Modesto Arch 100th Anniversary Mattea Overstreet Live American College Dance Festival Anthony’s Irish band Doc Holliday

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Girls Night Out Hamlet How the West Was Wild John Carter Opening Salvador Santana Live StrangeBrew & Motels Tim Allen Live Concert with Summer Latimer MHS Drowsy Chaperone Crooning with Tony Desare Martha Davis & The Motels Karaoke Night Karaoke with Clovis King MCW Band Neil & Matt Live Weekend Dance Party March 10 Steve Kenworthy Pharmacy Technician Training Friends of the Library book sale Little Ones Baseball Training Many Faces of Clay Almond Blossom & Ceramics Show Sonora Celtic Faire Celebrate Teen Tech JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit Puppet Art Theater presents Quilts Modesto Exhibit Snuggles Project Day Softball, MJC vs. Sac City College Scrapbooking Fun! Library Bookmark Contest Modesto Ajax United Soccer Tourney Black Velvet Band Live Daniel Castro Band Modesto Chamber of Commerce 100 American College Dance Festival Hamlet How the West Was Wild Jean Radino and All-star jazz Joe Baretta Band Rockhaven Shotgun Betties MHS Drowsy Chaperone 6 Bands Free -Z Ztrain “LOS FELINOS “ Hari Kari Live Karaoke Night Karaoke with Clovis King Neil & Matt Live Weekend Dance Party March 11 Bring Your Own Record Night Sunday Group Run Breakfast at Sips Music Sundays Mattea Overstreet Sonora Celtic Faire JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit Library Bookmark Contest Modesto Ajax United Soccer Tourney Jayme Stone Live Hamlet Karaoke Time Karaoke with Clovis King Sunday Golden Oldie Dance Party March 12 Chess Nights Almond Blossom & Ceramics Show Wiggle Worms JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit Fundamentals of Drawing II & III Library Bookmark Contest Nihon No Bunka Boardroom Karaoke Karaoke with Clovis King March 13 Trivia Irish Pint Ballet Pilates Book Club Many Faces of Clay

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MJC East Campus Pool MJC East Campus Tennis Courts Stanislaus County Library Circus Bar & Nightclub Village Baking Company Brenden Cinemas Barkin’ Dog Grill Enochs Main Stage Stage 3 Sonora Fuzio’s Restaurant Nino’s Place O’Malley’s Place Ridgeway’s Lounge The Boardroom Speakeasy Fat Cat Music House P Wexford’s Pub Crocodile’s Nightclub MJC - Auditorium McHenry Village Suite 62F Around the region Dodge Ridge Gallo Administration Building Rotary International Park Turlock MJC East Campus Pool Mistlin Gallery Deva Cafe Oakdale Library McHenry Museum Vintage Gardens MJC - East Campus Field Stanislaus County Library St Josephs Church Downtown Modesto 11th St. Wellington Station Turlock Village Baking Company Modesto Center Plaza Deva Cafe Fat Cat Music House Enochs Main Stage Modesto Christian Center.

Stage 3 Sonora Barkin’ Dog Grill Nino’s Place Gallo Center for the Arts State Theatre Speakeasy St. Clair Theater Ridgeway’s Lounge Speakeasy Camp 4 Downtown Modesto 11th&M Save Mart Scenic&Oakdale Sips Bistro Gallo Administration Building Village Baking Company Deva Cafe State Theatre Stage 3 Sonora Speakeasy Ridgeway’s Lounge Crocodiles Camp 4 Mistlin Gallery Modesto Library Deva Cafe The Chartreuse Muse The Chartreuse Muse Modesto Elks Lodge The Boardroom Ridgeway’s Lounge P Wexford’s Pub Central West Ballet Mistlin Gallery Mistlin Gallery Waterford Library Modesto Library Deva Cafe Oakdale Library

MJC Swimming/Diving MJC Men’s & Women’s Tennis Library Bookmark Contest Circus Fridays Max MInardi 21 Jump St & Butter Opening Desgarga 2012; Mario Flores Enochs Presents: Acts of God Hamlet Joe Barretta Tim Allen Live Rock Lobster Anthem-Exp Live Karaoke with Clovis King MCW Band Neil & Matt Live Dj Pizo Presents: March 17 St Patricks Bash Strangebrew Weekend Dance Party Hispanic Education Conference Pharmacy Technician Training Boutique Crawl 2012 Ski & Board-a-Thon 51st Annual Camellia Cavalcade Little Ones Baseball Training Swimming/Diving Mistlin Ceramics Show JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Saturday Morning Movie Quilts Modesto Exhibit Shamrock’d the 209 MJC Baseball vs. Delta College Library Bookmark Contest Beyer Renaissance Crab Feed Lucky Fest Van Diemen’s St Paddy’s Black Velvet Band+food Dick Beardsley Dinner NAMA Benefit - Andy Padlo ST PAT’S DAY LUCKY FEST Enochs Presents: Acts of God Opera Meets Gospel Concert Hamlet Lucky Fest St. Patrick’s Day Party Portrait of Patsy Cline Live rock tribute to Journey Tim Quinn & Travelling Circus Comedy Showcase Karaoke with Clovis King Neil & Matt Live March 18 Bring Your Own Record Night Modesto Marathon Sunday Group Run Breakfast at Sips 51st Annual Camellia Cavalcade Music Sundays: Max MInardi Live JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exodus Hamlet Karaoke Time Karaoke with Clovis King Sunday Golden Oldie Party March 19 Chess Nights Ceramics Show Wiggle Worms JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Fundamentals of Drawing II & III Nihon No Bunka North County Corridor Meeting Boardroom Karaoke Karaoke with Clovis King March 20 Trivia Irish Pint Ballet Pilates Celebration of Fiber Arts Ceramics Show Preschool Story Time Wiggle Worms JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Story Time - Oakdale Libray

Spring Creek Country Club McHenry Museum Modesto Library MJC - East Campus Field MJC East Campus, Science 208 The Chartreuse Muse The Other Place Salida library Modesto Library The Chartreuse Muse Barkin’ Dog Grill Gallo Center for the Arts The Boardroom The Other Place Ridgeway’s Lounge Miki Japanese Restaurant Ts Cocktails Speakeasy P Wexford’s Pub Central West Ballet Mistlin Gallery Oakdale Library Mistlin Gallery The Chartreuse Muse Modesto Libray Deva Cafe McHenry Museum The Chartreuse Muse The Chartreuse Muse The Chartreuse Muse Modesto Library Modesto Library The Other Place Prospect Theatre Ridgeway’s Lounge Aqua Lounge State Theatre Central West Ballet MJC East Campus Quad Mistlin Gallery Oakdale Library The Chartreuse Muse Mistlin Gallery Salida Library Deva Cafe McHenry Museum MJC East Campus Tennis Courts Modesto Library Keyes Library Riverbank Library Memorial Medical Center The State Theatre Barkin’ Dog Grill Nino’s Place Modesto Library MJC Forum 110 Fuzio Universal Pasta Deva Cafe P Wexford’s Pub Fat Cat Music House Copper Rhino Ridgeway’s Lounge The Boardroom Skewers Azucar Latin Grill P Wexford’s Pub Crocodile’s Nightclub Mistlin Gallery Mistlin Gallery Deva Cafe Community Hospice McHenry Museum MJC East Campus Tennis Courts Circus Bar & Nightclub Ripon Community Center Village Baking Company Nino’s Place Fat Cat Music House Fuzio’s Restaurant Barkin’ Dog Grill

MJC Men’s Golf Quilts Modesto Exhibit Word Basics* MJC Baseball vs. American River Science Colloquium Art Adventures Tijuana Tuesdays Family Movie Night Preschool StoryTime Figure Drawing Second Tradition Band Ruduld Budginas Tim Allen Live Tipsy Tuesdays/Beer Pong Karaoke with Clovis King Miki Industry Night T’s Night Out Tim Quinn and Travelling Circus March 21 Neil Beuttner Ballet Barre Conditioning Celebration of Fiber Arts Friends of the Library book sale Ceramics Show Mommy & Me Story Time JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit Quilts Modesto Exhibit Family Art Adventures & Creative Clay 301 Fundamentals of Drawing Studio Art I, II, & III Dinner Theater Book Discussion Free Margaritas and Karaoke Slam On Rye Karaoke w/ Brad March 22 Aqua Thursdays Fly Fishing Tour-Special Screening Ballet Pilates MJC Student Job Fair Celebration of Fiber Arts Friends of the Library book sale Handling Clay Classes Mistlin Ceramics Show Salida Story Hour JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit Quilts Modesto Exhibit Men’s Tennis vs. Santa Rosa College Intermediate Internet Bouncy Caterpillar Craft Yarn Painting Craft Memorial Colon Screening Rivers of Recovery Fundraiser Dave Dow open jam session Open Jam Night Quentos en Espanol MJC Civic Engagement Project Fall Film Rachel Renae Ladies Night Thursday Night Ramble Johnny & Kelly Pint Night DEVIN THE DUDE / EQUIPTO Flyboys House Party Karaoke w/ Brad Neil and Matt Live Karaoke Skewers Style Azucar Thursdays March 23 Research & Development Weekend Dance Party Celebration of Fiber Arts Mistlin Ceramics Show JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit Hospice: Wills & Trust Classes Quilts Modesto Exhibit Tennis, MJC vs.Sacr City College Circus Fridays Gregori High Sports Crab Feed Josh Rosenblum Anthem-EXP Band FamDaMily Night w Hooten Hallers Joe Barretta Tim Allen Live Johnny Rockets and Thrust

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Michael Cavanaugh - songs of Billy Joel Keyboard Conversations Off The Air-Matt Bauer Karaoke with Clovis King MCW Band Neil & Matt Live HOOTEN HAULERS March 24 PRIVATE WEDDING EVENT Weekend Dance Party Pharmacy Technician Training Program Celebration of Fiber Arts Friends of the Library book sale Little Ones Baseball Training Really Really Free Market JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit Quilts Modesto Exhibit Scrapbooking Fun! MJC Baseball vs. American River College Pimpn & Whore’n Sloshball Hari Kari Video Shoot Hart Ransom Fundraiser Black Velvet Band Roger Perry blues band Tequila Mockingbird Blast!

SIN-sual Saturdays Karaoke with Clovis King Neil & Matt Live Tim Quinn & Travelling Circus Talk of the Town Presents March 25 Bring Your Own Record Night Sunday Group Run Breakfast at Sips Music Sundays: Josh Rosenblum JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit Blast!

March Metal Massacre - Cobalt Presents Karaoke Time Karaoke with Clovis King Sunday Golden Oldie Dance Party March 26 Chess Nights Wiggle Worms JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit Fundamentals of Drawing II & III Nihon No Bunka (Japanese Art & Culture) Dinner and a Movie Boardroom Karaoke Karaoke with Clovis King March 27 Trivia Irish Pint Ballet Pilates Celebration of Fiber Arts Preschool Story Time Wiggle Worms JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit Story Time - Oakdale Libray Softball, MJC vs. Sierra College Science Colloquium...Science that Matters Art Adventures Book Club Art Adventures Tijuana Tuesdays Excel Basics Preschool StoryTime Beer Sampling- Firestone Brewing Davis Presents: Wonderful World of Oz Figure Drawing Five Finger Death Punch Tim Allen Live Tipsy Tuesdays/Beer Pong Karaoke with Clovis King Miki Industry Night T’s Night Out Tim Quinn and Travelling Circus March 28 Neil Beuttner Ballet Barre Conditioning

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MJC Job Fair Celebration of Fiber Arts Mommy & Me Story Time JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit Family Art Adventures 301 Fundamentals of Drawing Studio Art I, II, & III Are you My Mother?

Free Margaritas and Karaoke Hospice: Wills & Trust Classes Electronic Music Recital Karaoke w/ Brad March 29 Aqua Thursdays Ballet Pilates Celebration of Fiber Arts Handling Clay Classes Salida Story Hour JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit MJC Baseball vs. Sierra College Dave Dow open jam session Open Jam Night Quentos en Espanol Ballet Choeographer’s Workshop Rachel Renae Ladies Night Thursday Night Ramble SPRING STRING RECITAL Johnny & Kelly Pint Night Flyboys House Party Karaoke w/ Brad Neil and Matt Live Karaoke Skewers Style Azucar Thursdays March 30 Research & Development Weekend Dance Party Celebration of Fiber Arts JIm Christiansen, Jen Johnson Exhibit Student Services Building Ribbon Cutting Circus Fridays 209 IndieFest & Modesto Meltdown Max MInardi Live Senior Moment 14th annual Excellence in Arts Banquet Joe Barretta Tim Allen Live Wonderful World of Oz Modesto Area Partners in Science Blues Brothers Review DJ-etr Lopez Karaoke with Clovis King MCW Band Neil & Matt Live March 31 Dan St James Comedy March Madness Comedy Weekend 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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Nathan and Brett Dennen play to a sold out Gallo Center crowd to benefit Camp Jack Hazard Kelly Ramirez keeps the beat.

Tony Serrano rocks with Social Distortion at Modesto Centre Plaza The MoHigh Black hole wraps up the basketball season Nick Shattell provides the soundtrack for a great Off the Air show.

Brett Dennen hangs with his former camp counselor adviser Big Earl

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Bret Dennen Nad Joe Barretta at the Gallo Center The ladies of Papachino’s smile for the camera Evan Yoshino and Tony Media enjoy the Thursday Night Ramble at Deva Café Mike Ness of Social Distortion gets lost in the moment at Modesto Centre Plaza Randy and Sue Siefkin all dressed up for the Artist Premier at the State Newly elected Mayor of Modesto Garrad Marsh high fives with Chris Murphy Row 3 A good silent movie gets an awesome organist at the State Sue Richardson poses in her vintage premier styles for the Artist Brian and Tana Dennen share a moment before the Brett Dennen show The band Television Sky just after their great set at the St. Clair Todd Aaronson gets “flocked” by Downey High students Garrad Marsh after his victory

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Mike and Midge Zagaris at the State Theatre premier of the Artist Behind the scenes at the ModestoView cover shoot Nothing 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 lobby The Holocaust Exhibit drew many visitors at Vintage Faire.

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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 transportation, 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 hartransomptc@yahoo.com.

Westside Theatre

Just 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 Daniel Castro Band on March 10 is in our Top 10. Try the west side and enjoy the show. www.westsidetheatre.org

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