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A Night of Wonder: Stockton’s Youth Step Into the Magic of The Nutcracker
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A Night of Wonder: Stockton’s Youth Step Into the Magic of The Nutcracker

11/7/2025 7:00 PM

There are moments in a child’s life when the world opens—just enough to let imagination rush in like light slipping through a long-sealed window. This Thursday evening, students from the Stockton Unified School District will experience one of those rare, transformative openings as they step into the Bob Hope Theatre for an exclusive dress rehearsal of The Nutcracker, made possible by the Adventist Health Arena Community Fund in partnership with SUSD.

Stockton City Leaders Join Volunteers at Emergency Food Bank
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Stockton City Leaders Join Volunteers at Emergency Food Bank

On Monday, November 3, members of the Stockton City Council rolled up their sleeves alongside local elected officials to volunteer at the Emergency Food Bank on Scotts Avenue. From 11 a.m. to noon, city leaders helped sort, pack, and distribute food to families in need — a visible show of solidarity during a time of financial strain for many households affected by delays in federal CalFresh and EBT benefits.

Stockton’s Own Gabe Flores Jr. Returns Home for Title Fight at Adventist Health Arena
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Stockton’s Own Gabe Flores Jr. Returns Home for Title Fight at Adventist Health Arena

12/13/2025 3:00 PM

Fight fans, get ready. The roar of the crowd, the crack of gloves, and the surge of adrenaline are coming back to Stockton as Matchroom Boxing brings an explosive night of world-class action to the Adventist Health Arena on Saturday, December 13, 2025 — featuring five championship bouts, including hometown hero Gabriel “Gabe” Flores Jr. in a career-defining title fight.

Honoring Stockton’s Trailblazers: 38th Annual ATHENA Awards Luncheon
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Honoring Stockton’s Trailblazers: 38th Annual ATHENA Awards Luncheon

11/20/2025 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Stockton is set to shine once again as the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce hosts its 38th Annual ATHENA Awards Luncheon on Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM at the Stockton Golf & Country Club. This prestigious event has long been one of the Chamber’s most anticipated celebrations, honoring women leaders who embody courage, vision, and service to our community.

Share the Joy This Christmas: Operation Christmas Child Kicks Off in Stockton Nov. 17–24
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Share the Joy This Christmas: Operation Christmas Child Kicks Off in Stockton Nov. 17–24

11/17/2025 - 11/24/2025

There’s something truly special about filling a shoebox with love — a small act of kindness that can travel thousands of miles and brighten a child’s world. This November, Stockton residents will once again have the chance to do just that as Operation Christmas Child opens its local drop-off location for National Collection Week, November 17–24.

MercyMe’s Wonder + Awe Tour Coming to Stockton’s Adventist Health Arena
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Big Daddy Weave, Tim Timmons & Sam Wesley Join for a Night of Faith, Music, and Celebration

MercyMe’s Wonder + Awe Tour Coming to Stockton’s Adventist Health Arena

4/16/2026 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Get ready for an unforgettable night of worship, hope, and heart-pounding music! Multi-platinum Christian band MercyMe is bringing their highly anticipated Wonder + Awe Tour to the Adventist Health Arena on Saturday, April 18, 2026, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most inspiring concerts of the year.

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