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Modesto Sound Awarded $255,000
Modesto Sound Awarded $255,000 by KDA Creative Corps. Modesto, Calif. (June 20, 2023) – The KDA Creative Corps (KDACC) announced that Modesto Sound received $255,000 in funding to execute the California Audio Roots Project from June 2023 to May 2024. The California Audio Roots Project is designed to involve members of the community in recording stories, poems, and songs about their lives and about living in California. The upcoming season will focus on social justice and community engagement. Modesto Sound is proud to be on the list of the 20 recipients who will receive funding for their arts programming which will create a combined 611 jobs here in Central California.
MODESTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA APPOINTSNICHOLAS HERSH AS MUSIC DIRECTOR
MODESTO, CA – The Modesto Symphony Orchestra Association (MSOA) is excited to announce that the Board of Directors has named Nicholas Hersh as the organization’s next Music Director. Hersh is only the ninth music director for the Modesto Symphony Orchestra and he will lead the MSOA’s 93rd season. Hersh’s artistic leadership will bring innovative, captivating, and exciting ideas and programs into our community and his passion for music education will help guide our existing education programs to new heights.
Kids View: Local Children’s Author Maureen Lemos Helps Kids to Fall in Love with Cows
Kids View: Local Children’s Author Maureen Lemos Helps Kids to Fall in Love with Cows. While shopping the Thursday Modesto Certified Farmers Market recently, I met Maureen Lemos-a children’s author of two books, “Clarice the Red Cow” and “Clarice the Red Cow Has a Surprise”. Her booth caught my eye because there were adorable tiny stuffed cows all over it–I’m a sucker for plushies. Living in the agriculturally rich valley my whole life, I am also no stranger to cows. If your kids loves cows, you’ll need to check out these cute little stories!
Hot August Art
The Art Scene is hoping that Hot August Nights will be cooler than July’s triple-digit temperatures. The weather forecast says this may be the case, but there were a few things that made July so hot in the arts. Musicians and friends performed a concert to say goodbye to community friend Mike Shelton and his closing of Ralston’s Goat. I had a migraine that day but watched the many videos of it all during vampire hours and extend a thank you to Mike for Ralston’s Goat’s support of the arts and artists from the start. I have had my art on display and co-produced the Comedy Series “Just Kidding” with Jen Eros early on. Cocktail Goat watercolors started participating in Art Walk, poetry readings, weddings, Pub Crawls, and more, like departed artist Phil Murillo’s signage and early community murals. The Goat will be missed.
Beatin’ the Heat
Did anybody say been too long at the Fair? The summer has turned into a slow burn, up at the crack to start the day and cower inside until safe to return to the outside. My dog loves to walk but midday walking he gives me crazy eyes does his business and hasty sleigh dog pulling to the house. I asked an old timer who has lived here his whole life “Do you ever get used to the heat?” He answered with a resounding “No!” My vegetable garden loves the heat, but my brain just doesn’t work so well when it’s a triple-digit day. Of course, it’s better than living in Death Valley at 125 degrees but every so often I go to visit my home town Bezerkely CA and bask in a 70-degree day with ocean breezes. On to the business at hand, hoping you are beatin’ the heat!
Country star Josh Turner concert at Gallo Center
Get ready for a night of musical magic as renowned country star Josh Turner brings his “Long Black Train 20th Anniversary Tour” to the Gallo Center for the Arts on August 19, 2023, at 7:30 pm. Turner’s iconic deep bass voice and chart-topping hits have resulted in 6.5...
GoModesto: This is Ska
Hey you, don’t watch that, Watch this! This is the heavy heavy monster sound, The nuttiest sound around, So if you’ve come in off the street, And you’re beginning to feel the heat, Well listen, buster, You better start to move your feet, To the rockinest, rock-steady beat!
BrewView: Tap Travelers: Their Taps Travel to You
There’s nothing better than locally-crafted brews like beer, wine and cider — that is, unless they roll up to your event in a custom restored 1964 GMC Panel truck. Tap Travelers, owned by Julie Amaral and Monica Farhat, serves local beers, ciders and wines like Tapped Apple Cider, Last Call, and Dust Bowl.
Where Were You in 62
On August 1st, 1973, American Graffiti premiered at the Avco Center Triplex in Los Angeles. The coming-of-age film was co-written and directed by George Lucas. The film was released in stages across the country, opening on August 12th at New York City’s Sutton Theatre. On August 15th, an additional 23 theaters, including 9 in Detroit and 5 in Denver, began showing the film. The film continued to be released across the country until January 1974. American Graffiti became the second-most successful movie in the history of Universal Pictures and number eleven on the industry’s all-time list. The most successful North American theatrical run of American Graffiti was a 63-week engagement at the Varscona in Edmonton, Canada. The longest run of the movie in the United States was a 54-week engagement at the Colorado 4 in Denver. The film received five Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director.
Donation and Consignment Services
On Sunday, August 6th, Graffiti USA Classic Car Museum will return to the 16th Annual Del Rio Country Club Car Show with our Museum community outreach booth and a very special 1937 Ford Deluxe Coupe recently donated to the Museum. George Vincent generously donated this beautiful car to the Graffiti USA Classic Car Museum. Restored to a very high level of authenticity and correctness by Terry Davis and Don Cunningham, this vehicle was awarded the coveted Dearborn Award by the Early Ford V-8 Club – the highest award in the EFV-8 judging system. The Museum looks forward to showcasing this vehicle at the Del Rio Country Club Car Show!
ZenView – Change
There’ve been so many changes in a relatively short time all over the world in recent years; it is mind boggling! What’s next? Seems like anything can happen, from places shutting down to them reopening again or closing for good. There’s uncertainty but we seem to be used to it now. It is what it is. We have seen that we can be resilient, that we can re-invent ourselves and be creative. We adapted quickly to new ways of communicating and navigating to unfamiliar destinations. Getting lost is a thing of the past. Our cars and phones take us where we want to go. Time goes by very fast. We talk less to friends and family and text more. In-person meetings happen less. Initially we liked the idea of being able to get so much done using our devices any moment of the day thinking it would give us more freedom, knowledge and more time. But we also got way busier, distracted and more restless.
BigView Outdoors – Last Minute Summer
By Chris MurphyThere is no shortage of summer fun around here. Sure it’s been hot, but that’s how we roll. We have low humidity, there are local splash zones, we have parks with trees, and creeks to stroll and ride along and there are a variety of indoor and outdoor options. The key is to just get going. Get going early. Many of our local schools start on August 9 and others a bit later, so there is still time to get the most out of your summer.
Beat the Heat Tips
Wow, we have had some record high temps this summer. Here are some of MID Summer Energy Saving Tips to keep you cool and save you some money. Did you know that air conditioning can account for as much as half of your electric bill? Although most households will always use more electricity in summer than in winter, there is a lot you can do to keep your summer electric use under control. Here are some great ways for you to stay cool and save some dough!
InterView – Gabriella Guerrini
Our family has known Gabriela Guerrini for nearly 25 years. She has been the friendly face of food service, local restaurants, local running clubs, marathons and so much more. Her kids were young when my kids were young and there have been many fun memories. We have both watched our community change in so many ways. A few years ago, she became the manager of the historic State Theatre and we worked on the MAMA Awards and so many different projects. As the State has evolved and grown, the Board of Directors made an excellent choice to appoint Gabi as the Executive Director. This is a wonderful move, putting a person with amazing customer and organizational skills at the helm of one of Modesto’s treasures. With the recently expanded Intermission and the Jewel, the State is serving more of our community. Running a non-profit theatre takes skill, a great attitude, and a “can do” spirit and she is just the person to take this on. Let’s learn more about Gabriela!
AllAgesView – Happy August
It is hard to believe that our summer is coming to a close, and a new school year is on its way! As the school bells draw near, I am excited to start my senior year at a brand new school, Central Catholic. I hope this school year can be a new beginning for everyone.
PerformingView – Defying the Trends, Support the Arts
Can Modesto keep defying the trends? There is something great happening here that we all need to pay attention to and make sure we are all enjoying and most importantly participating in our local arts and performance community. Gallo Center CEO, Chad Hilligus, is reporting that the arts in some of the larger cities nationwide are suffering. Low attendance, and lack of interest causing closures in some places like, Tulsa, Brooklyn, and even LA. Recently attendance has been down for of some of our local performances, but not to the degrees of these other markets.
MODESTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA’S PICNIC AT THE POPS PRESENTS ARETHA: A TRIBUTE
MODESTO, CA – The Modesto Symphony Orchestra proudly presents Picnic at the Pops! Aretha: A Tribute this September 9, 2023 at 7:30 pm on the beautiful E. & J. Gallo Winery Grounds. Picnic at the Pops! is a family-friendly outdoor concert that attracts thousands of music lovers from Modesto and the neighboring communities for an evening of music, dancing, and fun beneath the stars.
National Night Out – August 1
Gather with your neighbors and “give crime and drugs a going away party!” National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness and to provide an opportunity to promote and celebrate police-community partnerships in crime prevention efforts. These are fun events to link up and get to know each other. Many have food, kids stuff to do and a variety of special events such as block parties, cookouts, ice cream socials, potlucks and games.
Stop MAMA Time
It’s an exciting time of year again, as we eagerly await the call for MAMA nominees from within the 209 area code. The ModestoView calendar serves as our guide, allowing us to note many events and performances throughout the year. This gives us a unique perspective when summer comes to an end and we start narrowing down the candidates for the top 10 vying for the coveted stainless steel carhop trophy. However, we don’t stop there. We want to hear from venue owners, promoters, and performers alike about who they think deserves to be part of the Modesto Area Music Awards.
Martial Art Fitness
Kung Fu, Karate, Judo, Tae Kwon Do, and Aikido are all forms of martial arts that offer an intense workout. But practicing martial arts offers much more than just physical exercise. It requires dedication, hard work, practice, discipline, communication, respect, self-esteem, and leadership skills. Modesto has many different types of...
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