Arts & Culture

Stockton libraries adjust business hours

Submitted by admin on Thursday, June 23rd, 10:50 am

STOCKTON - Effective Tuesday, July 5, 2011, there will be a change to the hours of operation at all four of the City of Stockton branches and to the Linden Library branch. After evaluating the staffing capabilities, funding, and needs of the communities served, the new hours of operation effective Tuesday, July 5, are as listed in the table above.

The City of Stockton branch schedules have been adjusted, but with no loss of hours. In fact, there has been an increase in the hours for 3 of the 4 branches. The City of Stockton branches will implement the schedule listed below as of Tuesday, July 5.

The Stockton-San Joaquin County Public Library, part of the Community Services Department, serves residents throughout six cities and the unincorporated areas of San Joaquin County.

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Celebrate Taste of San Joaquin in Stockton Saturday

Submitted by Lesha Ruffin, Community Web Producer

Friday, May 20th, 2011, 11:10am

Celebrate Taste of San Joaquin in Stockton Saturday

STOCKTON - It's that time again! Downtown Stockton will play host to the 4th Annual Taste of San Joaquin this Saturday, May 21, from 11:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. The highlight of the event is the Way Out West BBQ Championship that will bring 400 BBQ teams, 15 restaurants, and 10,000 visitors to the Weber Point Events Center, 221 North Center Street.

In addition to $1 tasting of championship BBQ and the finest faire from local restaurants, you will enjoy live rock music and activities for the kids all day. Admission is $3 per person and kids 12 years old and under are free with a paid adult.

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'Artists of the Spirit' cultural production set for May 14

Submitted by Lesha Ruffin, Community Web Producer

Thursday, May 12th, 2011, 9:00am

'Artists of the Spirit' cultural production set for May 14

STOCKTON - The Cultural Heritage Council of San Joaquin County will present "Artists of the Spirit," on Saturday, May 14 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. in the Warren Atherton Auditorium on Delta College's campus.

The event will bring to life the cultural diversity of San Joaquin County in a dramatic and extravagant one-night production, showcasing the rich cultural treasures of our community.

Tickets are available at Charlene's Quality Pet Groom, located at 1868 Country Club Boulevard in Stockton or call (209) 639-8009. For more information about the Cultural Heritage Council, visit www.chcsjc.org.

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El Concilio to feature military general at annual luncheon May 6

Submitted by Sharon Ito

Thursday, May 5th, 2011, 11:42am

El Concilio to feature military general at annual luncheon May 6

STOCKTON - El Concilio’s Annual Latina Luncheon will be this Friday May 6, at Brookside Country Club (3603 St. Andrews Drive) from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

El Concilio is honored to have the highest ranking Latina in the Military in Major General Angela Salinas speak at the luncheon. This event is an inspiring opportunity to hear national Latina leaders offer their experiences as a message of hope to empower our community to achieve its dreams and goals.

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Weston Ranch Library to offer Mother's Day crafts May 6

Submitted by Lesha Ruffin, Community Web Producer

Wednesday, May 4th, 2011, 10:17am

Weston Ranch Library to offer Mother's Day crafts May 6

STOCKTON - On Friday May 6, at 3:00 p.m., the Weston Ranch Branch Library will host a Mothers' Day craft program. Celebrate Mother's Day by making a special gift basket and card for Mom. Children from ages 6 and up are welcome to participate.

There is no registration for this program, however attendance is limited to the first 25 families at the program. All materials are included for each family to make one basket.

This free program is provided through the generosity of the Friends of the Stockton Public Library. The Weston Ranch Branch Library is located at 1453 West French Camp Road in Stockton. For more information, call (209) 937-8221 or visit the library's website.

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Christa McAuliffe Middle School to hold Cinco De Mayo showcase

Submitted by Sharon Ito

Friday, April 29th, 2011, 2:13pm

Christa McAuliffe Middle School to hold Cinco De Mayo showcase

STOCKTON - Parents, community members and students will celebrate Cinco De Mayo with a showcase on Thursday, May 5 at Christa McAuliffe Middle School, 3880 Iron Canyon Circle. The event will begin at 6 p.m. in the multipurpose room.

Guests can expect dance presentations, drama skits, musical performances and a guest speaker. Each year, the creativitiy and artistic talents of the school's students are showcased at this successful event.

For more information, contact Raquel Perez at (209) 953-9441.

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Stockton says 'fed up' to Forbes; Celebrates city April 23

Submitted by Lesha Ruffin, Community Web Producer

Wednesday, April 20th, 2011, 9:00am

Stockton says 'fed up' to Forbes; Celebrates city April 23

STOCKTON - Standing up for their city, Stocktonians are anything but miserable. And, fed up with Forbes. In response to Forbes magazine listing Stockton as "America’s most miserable city," its people are coming together on April 23 to show this New York publication just how wrong they are. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stocktonians will gather on the historic Miracle Mile (Pacific Avenue) to celebrate Stockton.

The celebration will include sidewalk sales from local businesses, arts and crafts, live music, food, a few native Stockton celebrities, and rumors of a flash mob. Additionally, local artists will gather to paint a mural commemorating the event on the side of Kat’s Cakes, a local business on the Mile. Concluding the event will be a showing of two Stockton documentaries and a special closing ceremony announcing the Top 10 Most Miserable Magazines.

For more information contact Dr. Alan Ray at (209) 406-1221 or aray@pacific.edu.

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