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What to do for Father's Day? Here are some of the happenings in Stanislaus County
Dada, Poppa, Padre, Old Man, and Pa are just some of the many names for a father. In Stanislaus County, there are almost as many options to celebrate the dads this Father's Day. From brunch to belly laughs, our list has something for every type of dad. For those with difficult relationships with their fathers or in grief, a list of support and resources is also included. If you have an event to add, please email mfigueroa@ ▪ Father's Day Brunch at Twin Rivers Saloon Sunday, June 15 7000 Maze Blvd., Modesto Space is limited, call 209-380-1613 to reserve a table ▪ Father's Day Brunch and Comedy Show at Urbano California Bistro Sunday, June 15 1016 H St., Modesto $15 entry fee for comedy show, brunch menu available Tickets available on Eventbrite: ▪ Melodies and Mimosas at The Queen Bean Sunday, June 15: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 1126 14th Street, Modesto Mimosas and breakfast with live music on the patio ▪ Brunch Buffet at The Fruit Yard Sunday, June 15: 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. 7948 Yosemite Blvd., Modesto Brunch buffet $70 per person. Call 209-577-3093 for reservations ▪ Dad Games at Dave & Buster's Sunday, June 15: Noon-3 p.m. Vintage Faire Mall Family competition event in which dads and their families will compete in the million dollar midway to crown an ultimate gaming champ and win a trophy and free amusement gaming for a year. Tickets start at $31 and include a $20 Power Up play card, access to an exclusive menu, and dad games and soft drinks. Space is limited. For more information and tickets, visit ▪ VW Fest and Classic Car Swap Meet Sunday, June 15: 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, Turlock Volkswagen car fest and classic car show and swap meet with vendors selling hard-to-find parts, tools, collectibles and more. $10 per person, kids admitted free. For tickets and information call 209-201-8491 or visit: ▪ Father's Day Movie: 'Top Gun' Sunday, June 15: 2 p.m. The State Theatre, Modesto Take dad down the highway to the danger zone with a screening of 'Top Gun,' starring Tom Cruise. $10 For tickets, visit ▪ Father's Day Car Show and BBQ at The Post Restaurant Sunday, June 15: Noon-5 p.m. 5801 Stoddard Road, Modesto Classic car show and barbecue with local vendors and music. Admission is free. For more information, visit ▪ Parent loss support group at Jessica's House 209-250-5395 ▪ Family bereavement support at Community Hospice 209-578-6300
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04-05-2025
- Politics
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The experience that changed a Modesto student's perspective on homelessness
'Riverbank council declines more funds for homeless project. Backers address fears,' ( April 23) At the start of my sophomore year of high school, I joined the cross country team. During practices, my teammates and I jogged through neighborhoods toward the local park, crossing through open roads full of life and struggle. I vividly remember the homeless population stuffed into cars on a 94 degree afternoon. These cars, parked without power, were homes for those trapped in a harsh reality. This wasn't a typical sighting of homelessness: There were children in these cars — my age and younger — growing up without opportunities, caught in a relentless cycle of poverty. I realized then how much we as a society take for granted. My education, warm meals and safe and clean living conditions were not just everyday parts of my life, they were privileges. I urge all of us to put ourselves in the shoes of those we overlook. Only by feeling their sense of disconnection and isolation can we truly foster compassion and inclusion. Rudra Patel Modesto Opinion 'California forestry policies: A marriage of priorities?' ( April 24) In the name of wildfire prevention, both President Donald Trump and Gov. Gavin Newsom are pushing for more logging through mechanisms that skirt environmental oversight, further degrading our forest ecosystems. But thinning usually does more harm than good: It can accelerate fire spread by exposing the forest floor's fuels to sun drying and wind penetration; it significantly lowers carbon sequestration, putting more emissions into the atmosphere; and even the supposed benefits are less impactful in areas where vegetation can grow back quickly and there's a lack of old-growth trees. Most importantly, thinning is often used as a pretext for commercial logging, targeting valuable trees instead of the more fire-prone vegetation. In this case, Trump wants to feed the timber lobby with more lumber, and Newsom has pushed an agenda of building a 'woody products' industry in California. Neither has the environment's best interests at heart. Jeff Zhou Glendale 'Why fossil fuel companies must pay for climate damages,' ( April 18) The fossil fuel industry has made a fortune making me sick: My days in elementary school were spent in an environment full of lead from fossil fuel additives and smog — the pollution was so bad, outdoor physical exercise classes would be cancelled. As a student at UC Santa Barbara, I saw the 1969 oil spill cover our pristine beaches. The fossil fuel industry told us that oil was a 'natural' component of the shoreline. Years later, my father-in-law's home was lost in one of the Malibu fires, and my parents' home was destroyed in the 2018 Camp Fire. It is time for the fossil fuel industry to be held accountable for its deceptions. Call your state representatives and demand they pass the Polluters Pay Climate Superfund Act of 2025. Charles Williams Cupertino
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20-04-2025
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Modesto law firm denounces Trump executive orders targeting rule of law
'500 Law Firms Challenge Trump's Executive Orders in Court: What to Know,' ( April 4) At Gianelli, Friedman, Jeffries & McKernan, we stand firmly behind the rule of law and the independence of the legal profession — cornerstones of our democracy. In that spirit, we support Perkins Coie, Jenner & Block and WilmerHale as they face punitive executive orders from President Donald Trump for representing clients in politically sensitive matters. These executive actions threaten to penalize firms through the loss of federal contracts, revocation of security clearances and increased scrutiny from agencies like the IRS, specifically targeting those challenging federal authority or defending individuals under investigation. Legal scholars view these measures as retaliatory, aiming to intimidate and silence legal opposition rather than uphold ethical standards or national security. Such actions undermine First and Sixth Amendment rights, chilling free speech and access to legal counsel. They also threaten the separation of powers by attempting to politicize and control the legal profession. As attorneys, our duty is to the Constitution, not politics. That duty includes ensuring everyone — regardless of controversy — is entitled to legal representation. Punishing firms for fulfilling this duty sets a dangerous precedent. We support the legal challenge to these orders and reaffirm our commitment to the Constitution, the integrity of our profession and the rule of law. Amy Abid Jeffries Modesto Opinion 'Last CASA class of 2024 sworn in to aid foster kids,' ( Dec. 24, 2024) Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), such as those in Merced County, are dedicated, trained volunteers who work with private, nonprofit organizations to advocate for children in foster care throughout our county. These young people have been removed from their homes because of trauma, neglect or abuse by parents or caregivers, and they become wards of the state. CASA set these children on a secure path, avoiding costly tragedies like homelessness, addiction and incarceration that impact so many young people aging out of the foster care system. CASA provides quasi-governmental services by providing vital support to our county government's court and social workers, even though most of our funding is private. That is why it is important that we also receive general fund support from the state to allow us to recruit, train and supervise more advocates to serve our youth. We set our county's children up for success so that they have every opportunity to live productive, contributing and fulfilling lives. Cathie Lancaster Executive DIrector, CASA of Merced County 'Anti-ICE Protests Taking Place Nationwide: What to Know,' ( April 17) We are witnessing the disparaging and illegal punishing of people of color. Author David Brooks in a recent Atlantic issue said Trumpism is doomed — it will erode over time, and the pillars of our freedom can be rebuilt. The great majority of us are not remotely wealthy or powerful. But consider the Golden State Warrior's motto: 'strength in numbers.' Across the country, people are realizing the true nature of President Donald Trump's agenda, and are attending inspiring rallies and town halls. May our collective determination to overcome disorder and lawlessness begin to restore the America we and other countries prized. Diana Doll Modesto
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16-03-2025
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Stanislaus Audobon Society: Outraged by capricious, cruel firing of federal parks employees
'Recent layoffs threaten beloved Pacific Crest Trail,' ( March 8) The Stanislaus Audubon Society has had a long, productive relationship with the San Joaquin River National Wildlife Refuge. However, there is a real and present danger that our invaluable refuge will be closed indefinitely in the near future due to the benighted policies of the current presidential administration. I am outraged by the capricious, cruel firing of federal employees of national parks and refuges, as well as the withholding of operating funds. These careless, destructive actions do not reflect the wise stewardship of public lands that Americans expect of our democratic government. For those of you who are interested in conservation and the decent treatment of our public servants, we urge you to tell your representatives to put an end to this executive overreach and abuse. We must restore federal employees, provide funds for hiring needed workers and release funds for the continued maintenance of our natural treasures. Salvatore Salerno President, Stanislaus Audubon Society Opinion Frustrated with gallery 'Downtown Modesto venue could be shut down. How can it be saved?' ( March 7) I've been a part of the Modesto art community for some time, so I was initially excited for the Stanislaus Arts Council Gallery to be part of our community. The Modesto Art Walk was one of my favorite things to participate in — a free opportunity for low- or no-income individuals to put their work into the community to be seen. Unfortunately, things have changed with the new year, including the implementation of vendor fees for this event and new submission requirements for a gallery-run exhibition. The reason the Stanislaus Arts Council Gallery is failing is because it is preying on small-time, independent artists that don't have much to give. Billie May Modesto Expand Medicaid, don't cut 'California Republican David Valadao wants to stop big Medicaid cuts. Can he succeed?' ( Feb. 24) President Donald Trump's recent statements about Medicaid contradict what he has previously said about the need to protect this vital program. He may claim that he won't make cuts to Medicaid, but his latest budget proposals suggest otherwise. Medicaid serves over 80 million Americans, many of which are children, people with disabilities and the elderly. Cutting funding for Medicaid would cause undue financial stress to states, ultimately resulting in facility closures and more medical debt. For many people, cutting Medicaid is a matter of life or death. Health care is essential to a functioning society. Policymakers should be focusing on expanding access to health care for all Americans, not just the wealthy few. Rebecca Arteaga Modesto Ethics and a lack thereof 'Modesto readers say Donald Trump is a liar and criminal,' ( Aug. 6, 2024) My ancestor, Adam Derryberry, bravely fought in the Revolutionary War. Through his legacy, I carry the honor of being a Daughter of the American Revolution. The values I inherited — courage, integrity and a commitment to the greater good — stand in stark contrast to the ethos of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. My family's tradition is one of sacrifice for a just cause, not the pursuit of power at any cost. Micki Archuleta Nerced Putin's puppet 'Modesto readers say Donald Trump is a liar and criminal,' ( Aug. 6, 2024) President Donald Trump must be removed from office by any and all democratic means possible, as quickly as possible. Virtually every action taken by the Trump-Musk co-presidency has been shown to benefit not Americans, but Russia. Who benefits from the unlawful dismantling of our political and social institutions? From senseless tariffs and territorial threats against our closest North American neighbors? From Trump's threatened withdrawal from NATO, and the shredding of long-standing alliances with Europe? Even a wanna-be dictator can't be this astonishingly submissive. Mark S. Haskett Modesto
