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APRIL 2023 BEST OF CERES 2 DAYCARE • TRAINING • BOARDING • GROOMING • BOW WOW BOUTIQUE COMPASSIONATE CANINE CARE AND EDUCATION MODESTO 209.523.3138 | TURLOCK 209.656.1960 | TOPNOTCHDOGS.COM Thank you for voting Top Notch Kennels “Best of Ceres Readers’ Choice”! BEST Groomer
Greetings and welcome to this year’s publication featuring the winners of the 2022 Ceres Reader’s Choice awards! We are beyond thrilled to showcase the best of the best, as selected by you and your fellow readers of the Ceres Courier, both in print and online. With an overwhelming 35,000 votes cast across a plethora of categories, it’s clear that our community is passionate about recognizing and supporting excellence in all its forms.
As your leading local media organization, it’s important to us to shine a light on the businesses, people, and organizations that you, our readers, choose as the ‘best’. We are honored to be part of such a vibrant community, and we believe it’s crucial to continue supporting and celebrating the local businesses and events that make it thrive.
Our goal is always to provide content that is engaging, informative, and entertaining while fostering local conversations about the issues and ideas that matter to us all. We hope you enjoy this magazine as much as we did putting it together, and that you stay engaged with us through our newspaper and digital platforms. Thank you for your support, and let’s keep building a stronger and more connected community together!
Hank Vander Veen Publisher/ Owner
BEST IN ANIMAL SERVICES .............................. 4 BEST IN AUTO BIZ ........................................... 5 BEST IN COMMUNITY FAVORITES .................... 6 BEST IN ENTERTAINMENT & FUN ..................... 7 BEST IN FOOD & BEVERAGE ............................ 8 BEST IN HOME ............................................... 9 BEST IN JUST FOR YOU ................................. 10 BEST IN LOCAL BUSINESS.............................. 11 BEST IN REAL ESTATE ..................................... 12 BEST IN SHOPPING ....................................... 14 To advertise in the next special section contact the advertising department at (209) 634-9141. PUBLISHER Hank Vander Veen EDITOR Jeff Benziger ART DIRECTOR Harold L. George ADVERTISING Karen Olsen Charles Webber DIGITAL FULFILLMENT COORDINATOR Rich Matheson 121 S. Center St. 2nd Floor • Turlock, CA 95380 ©Copyright 2023. This 209 Multimedia publication All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part of any text, photograph or illustration without written permission from the publisher of this 209 Multimedia publication is strictly prohibited. The opinions expressed in this 209 Multimedia publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of 209 Multimedia management or owner. This 209 Multimedia publication assumes no responsibility and makes no recommendation for claims made by advertisers and shall not be liable for any damages incurred. APRIL 2023 BEST OF CERES 3 Contents Table of 2022
animal services
Groomer
Top Notch Kennels
Pet Adoption
Pupz N Palz Rescue
Pet Store
Caldron’s Pets Choice
Veterinarian Office
American Pet Clinic
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Burnside Body Shop
Auto Dealership (new)
Roberts Auto Sales
Auto Dealership (used)
Blue Diamond Auto Sales
Auto Maintenance Car Pros Inc
Car Detail
Black Diamond Detailing
Car Wash
Vintage Car Wash Oil Change
Spee Dee Oil Change
Smog
ALL OF US AT ANDERSON’S TOWING WOULD LIKE TO SAY We Understand There Are Many Other Companies Out There, And We Appreciate You Calling Us In Your Time Of Need. So With That In Mind, Thank You Once Again. “Better Service From Head To Tow” Anderson’s Tow (209) 538-TOWS • www.andersonstow.com Thank You For Voting Us BEST TOWING COMPANY AGAIN! Celebrating 29 years APRIL 2023 BEST OF CERES 5 auto biz
Auto Body
RV Dealer Don’s RV Center
Bobby’s Smog & Auto Repair
Tire Store America’s Tires Towing Service Anderson’s Towing
community favorites
Community Events / Festival
Ceres Street Fair
Community Organization
Ceres Lions
Hall Rental
River Oaks Golf Course & Event Center
Most Community Involved Business
Modern Urgent Care
Place to Work
Magnolia Family Dental
Role Model
Rocky Fisher
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Entertainment & Fun
Billiards
The Doghouse Taproom
Family Fun
River Oaks Golf Course & Event Center
Friday Night Date
Redwood Café
Live Theater
Gallo Center for the Arts
Martial Arts Instruction
Ceres Karate
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Asian Restaurant
Mango Crazy
Bakery
Mr T’s Delicate Donut Shop
Bar/Pub
Blaker Brewing
Breakfast
My Garden Café
Brunch
Mr. Taquito
Buffet The Fruit Yard
Food & Beverage
Burger
In-N-Out Burger
Caterer
Mr. Taquito
Chef Connor Carlin @ Dewz
Coffee Shop
Culture Coffee Bar Deli Brighter Side
Dessert
Dinner
Mr. Taquito
Fast Food
Mr. Taquito
Friendliest Restaurant Service
Mr. Taquito
Grocery Store
Cost Less Foods
Healthy Eating
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Ice Cream/Yogurt Yogurt Mill
Lunch Mr. Taquito
Margarita La Morenita
Mexican Restaurant
Mr. Taquito
Pizza
Bob’s Take N Bake Pizza
Sandwich
Brighter Side
Sandwich
Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop
Steak House Texas Roadhouse
Vegetarian Restaurant The Farmacy
Since 1948, we’ve been committed to serving the freshest, highest quality burgers and shakes around. While our standards are high, it’s what you think that makes all the di erence. Thank you!
2942 Service Road, Ceres
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APRIL 2023 BEST OF CERES 9 25% OFF BRING IN THIS AD AND RECEIVE YOUR ENTIRE PURCHASE Valid at the Ceres location only. Cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers. Expires April 30, 2023. Thank You! Proceeds benefit the patients, families and programs of Community Hospice. Shopping/Thrift Store For voting us your 2022 Best of Ceres Readers’ Choice 1st Place Award Winner for HopeChestThriftStores HopeChestThriftStores HopeChestThrift HopeChestStores 1791 Mitchell Road Ceres, CA 95307 209.538.5930 hopechestthrift.org Appliance Store Tony’s Appliance Construction Company Bright Homes Electrical Service/Repair AA Guaranteed Electric Flooring Carpet Flooring Liquidators Flooring Hardwood Flooring Liquidators Flooring Tile Bedrosians Tile & Stone Furniture Store Lacy’s Furniture Heating/Air Conditioning Air Squared Mechanical Home Accessories Hobby Lobby Home Electronics Best Buy House Cleaning Sisters Housekeeping Landscaping California Landscape Supply Nursery/Gardening California Landscape Supply Painting Service Joaquin Painting Inc Pest Control Insect IQ Plumbing Abe’s Discount Plumbing Roofing Company David’s Roofing Window Coverings Blinds By Design home
Barber PRAISE THE RAZOR BARBERING
Bootcamp Get Fit
Child Care
Ceres Christian Preschool
Chiropractor
Dr. Kelly Isaacson DC
Dance Studio
5678 Dance Studio
Day Spa
Renee’s Day Spa & Salon
Dentist / Orthodontist
Dr. Amy E. Buchler DMD
Hair Salon
Renee’s Day Spa & Salon
Health Club/ Gym
Brenda Athletic Clubs - Turlock Sport
Laser & Cosmetic
Surgical Artistry
Nail Salon NT Nail Spa
Nutrition Fresh Fork
OB/GYN
Kaiser Permanente
Optometrist
Sylvan Eye Assoc.
Pediatrics Modern Urgent Care
Pharmacy
Ceres Drug Store
Primary Care
Sutter Gould Modesto
Tattoo Parlor
Buck 50 Tattoo
APRIL 2023 BEST OF CERES 10 Thank you! We are proud to serve this community! 2929 4th Street • Ceres, California 95307 • (209) 537-0718 • Delivery Service • Handicapped Accessible • Immunizations Provided • On-line Refills. We are proud to be your local Covid-19 vaccination site for vaccines and boosters. Go to mygnp.com and put in our location for more information. Store Hours Mon.- Fri. 8a to 6p. Sat. 9a to 1p.
owned and operated
1984, Ceres Drug Store is your one-stop shop for medications, and a wide array of unique gifts, fashion, and decor. CERES DRUG STORE
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Banking With A Purpose THANK YOU for voting Valley First Credit Union Best Credit Union! checking | loans | mortgages | investment services TM Ceres | Clovis | Fresno | Modesto | Oakdale | Tracy | Turlock valleyfirstcu.org | (209) 549-8500 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY APRIL 2023 BEST OF CERES 11 Bail Bonds Joanna R Smith Bail Bonds Bank F&M Bank Cellular Store AT&T Store CPA/Tax Service Boss Deller & Co Credit Union Valley First Credit Union Dry Cleaning Ceres Cleaners Florist Hand Creations Funeral Home Franklin & Downs Hotel Doubletree Modesto Insurance Agency Safeco Insurance Agent Laurie Muirhead Legal Document Assistant 1st Choice Legal Assistance Photographer Ilse Chavez Print/Copy Shop Central Valley Printing Process Server Adrian’s Bail Bonds Storage Facility Security Public Storage Travel Candy’s Carefree Travel Inc Tutoring Tutoring Club Local Business
Condo/Apartments
Jacob Mosley Exit Reality
Favorite Real Estate Firm
Ledbetter & AssociatesEXIT Realty Consultants
Real Estate
Favorite Realtor
Jackeline Price
Home Inspection The Inspector
Home Inspection Services
Loan/Mortgage
Scenic Oaks Funding
Property Management Action One Property Management
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TEL: (209) 422-5499 • FAX: (209) 222-3828 1st Choice Legal Assistance SE HABLA ESPAÑOL Thank you for voting us #1 two years in a row! We offer the following: • Divorce • Custody & Visitation • Child & Spousal Support • Adoptions & Guardianships • Wills & Trusts & Deeds • Notary • Payment Plans Available • Divorcio • Custodia y Visita • Manutención Ifantil y Cónyugal • Adopción y Tutela • Testamento y Herencia y Andanzas • Notario Publíco • Planes de Pagos Disponsible APRIL 2023 BEST OF CERES 13
Apparel Children
Ceres Drug Store
Apparel Men Costco
Apparel Women
Macy’s
Bargain/Discount Store
99 Cents Only Stores
Flower Shop
Flowers By HP Papadopoulos
Flower Shop Hand Creations
Shopping
Flower Shop
The Floral Cottage
Gift Store
The Fruit Yard
Hardware Store
Richland Ace Hardware
Holiday Shopping
Target
Jewelry Store
Terry’s Touch of Gold
Locally Owned Adtech IT Solutions
Office Supplies
Warden’s Office Products
Party Acc./Supplies
Party City
Shoe Store/Dept.
DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse
Shoe Store/Dept.
Macy’s
Sporting Goods
Play It Again Sports
Thrift Store
Community Hospice Hope Chest Thrift Store
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APRIL 2023 BEST OF CERES 15 JoannasBailBonds.com JOANNA’S BAIL BAIL BONDS Over 30 Years In Business Hablamos Español Ceres, Thank you for your vote of confidence! 2020, 2021, 2022
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