Summer Desserts

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There is nothing like fresh apple pie, except maybe a root beer float, a Hot Fudge Sundae, or maybe a Dole whip. There is just so much to love about great summer desserts. For most, this is an afterthought but for some, the intrepid picnic makers, the full sun devotees, dessert is the key part of the meal. I don’t know, dessert just tastes better in the summer, in the sun, and the flavors just explode. As we get in to our newly opened up American Summer, you really need to explore the sweeter side of life. There are some hall of fame desserts here in Modesto that fit that All-American Summer lifestyle. We even found a way to make an adult treat out of one of our faves.

Apple Pie – Mocha Magic

by Abigail Murphy Looking for the best freshly made baked goods and delicious coffee in Downtown Modesto? Look no further than Mocha Magic at 920 16th Street! Mocha Magic, owned by head baker Maria Apodaca, is one of our favorite morning stops from the fresh croissants, to creamy lattes, to indulgent cupcakes, to yummy lunches like paninis and salads! Everything (and we mean EVERYTHING) is thought up and baked right in house delivering the freshest and most unique baked goodies you could ask for. Every season and holiday, Maria creates new flavors and recipes to make every treat feel festive and fun. This July, Maria and the Mocha Magic Team will be featuring…you guessed it…mini Apple Pies! With a delicious crumble topping (and even gluten free versions), Mocha Magic’s apple pie is exactly what you need for your perfect summer dessert. 920 16th St, Modesto

209-522-8955 @mochamagiccafe

By Chris Murphy

Root Beer Float - A&W Drive In

The is one of the classic American treats and Modesto USA features of the classic retro A&W Drive Ins. You can pull up in your car and get ready to order one of the most treasured desserts, a Root Beer Float. For dining in your car or inside, you can get a chilled glass mug of the best root beer with a delicious vanillas ice cream, creating this amazing float. National root beer float day will be coming soon on August 6, but in the meantime, cruise your classic to the classic A&W for a nice cold root beer float. (don’t forget a Papa Burger) 1404 G Street, Modesto 209522-7700 @awmodesto

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Things for Kids to Do...

Summer is here, and school is out, and the State is opening up. The last few weeks, we have felt the heat so prevalent in the Central Valley, and if you have children, I encourage you to take them out to any of Modesto’s Parks and Recreations Splash Pads. A fun way for them to get out of the house and stay cool. The pools are opened back up, and swim lessons are back. You can sign your children up at modestogov.com/prnd. Another fun and educational activity for not just kids but the whole family is the Great Valley Museum, open Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm; more information available mjc.edu/instruction/sme/gvm/ During the Summer months and all year long, if your children are interested in learning how to play a musical instrument or increase their skill level, Valley Music Institute in Modesto and GKMusic in Manteca are great music schools. They will increase your child’s proficiency, but they will learn how to perform with a band, which will help with confidence and social interactions. Coming soon is the Modesto Children’s Museum; they are taking over the old FatCat building and are working hard to make it an interactive space for kids. It will be an educational and engaging experience for the area youth. For more information or to donate modestochildrensmuseum.org If your children are looking to do something more artistic, the Mistlin Gallery ccaagallery.org, Carnegie Arts in Turlock carnegieartsturlock.org and Black Sheep Inks theinkoftheblacksheep.wordpress.com offer art classes. There are also a ton of other activities, including dance, theatre and more.

Keep your kids occupied and learning. Dole Whip at Graffiti Dog

One of my all-time favorite memories of Disneyland is getting the Dole Whip while we wait for the next show at the Tiki Room. Yes, that tiki tiki tiki room. The amazing creamy pineapple taste of the Dole Whip is unmistakable. And in the name of quality, you just don’t get to make Dole Whips, you have to be approved to make and serve Dole Whips. This amazing treat can be found at Graffiti Dogs on Modesto’s Historic Cruise Route at 1002 10th St Modesto 209-

238-9990 @graffitidogsmodesto

But wait, there’s more.

There is only one thing that can make an already incredible Dole Whip even better, and that is rum. Yes, a nice dark rum floater. Thanks to our friends at the Ralston’s Goat, you can bring your Dole Whip over from the Graffiti Dogs, and you can buy a shot of rum and add this to your treat. Try it if you get a chance and then sit and enjoy at the Goat

#spiking bar @ralstonsgoat at 10th and J Streets.

All American Sundae

A big hot fudge sundae in a pint glass. Yes friends, this is a big monster sundae, loaded with tasty vanilla ice cream, fresh whipped cream, slathered in hot fudge and topped with a cherry. A true summer classic. Like all hot fudge sundaes, it gets better as you get closer to the bottom and in the pint glass, it is easy to eat. Enjoy at

Rivets American Grill @Rivetsgrill

Honorable Mentions- Chocolate dipped cones at the SnoWhite Drive In on Yosemite Blvd, the Shakes at Velvet Creamery with fresh made ice cream and virtually anything at the Ice Cream Company in Century Center.

ART VIEW

Modesto is Brighter with Art

By Jim Christiansen

Independence Day is here, and more galleries and venues re-opening in Modesto. Art Walk is rumored to get a restart and new shows on display with more visiting hours. You can see the venues gearing up with the new parking striping on J Street, and the upgraded outdoor eating islands, and the building appearance with new paint, and in some cases, new murals. Café Urbano has their cat now on the outside wall, matching the indoor décor. You may have to look in the rearview mirror as you barrel down one-way H street, but worth a glance. Credited artist Cova Street Art. Prospect Theater Project on K Street in the other direction, much more colorful now, and easy to identify with their Logo Mural and new façade painted panels. New box office window too. Produced by volunteers with artist Phil Murillo The Chartreuse Muse held their Grand Re-Opening June 19, complete with a FASM mural in progress over their entrance awning marquis. The mural says Art School and Gallery in the design. I caught the finished product the next day. The Muse is now open at regular hours again. Over at Barkin’ Dog Grill, artist/musician Jeff Moore is the featured artist until 3rd Wednesday in August as we adjust back to a monthly schedule. If an artist seeking a feature venue spot, let me or Barkin’ Dog know of your interest. With indoor dining back, more people see the art. For artists seeking more exposure for their work, the Stanislaus Artist Open Studio tour has expanded the opportunity to add artists to the October 16 and 17 events. If you aren’t on the original prepandemic roster, you can apply for a spot by filling out an entry form and paying the $75 fee by August 1. If you need to share a space, the Open Studio committee can try and coordinate that with another artist or venue. Artists already on the map will need to confirm their applications with a new form, as Open Studio will reissue a new map, as there have been changes in venue status, artist participation, and the addition of any new artists, studios, or changes in display address. Stanislausaos@ gmail.com The Annual Carnegie Arts Center Showcase opens July 9 and runs to September 5. I got one of my two entries accepted, “Summer – 2020.” Visitors are charged a fee to see the exhibition at Carnegie, but the First Fridays of the month are free admission. More information www.carnegieartsturlock.org The big show in Modesto this month is “Domestics: Home is Art” which opens July 1. Sponsored by the Kemper CPA Group LLC, the theme is scenes and images found in and around the house. This show was open to Central California Art Association members and non-members alike, and juried in. I submitted four entries, and don’t know if any got into the show. The show will also feature a retrospective of artist Annette Van LaarMolnar.

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TM Workshops and classes offered at the usual suspects through summer. Dragonfly Art for Life, MoCon Conservatory, Chartreuse Muse, Mistlin Galler, Peer Recovery Art Project all in downtown Modesto Arts District and Carnegie Arts in Turlock. Kruse-Lucas gallery on Tully features a three-artist celebration of Graffiti Summer, and not far from the new Modesto Graffiti Classic Car Museum, featuring classic cars and memorabilia.

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