Councilmember Sol Jobrack will hold a community office hour on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Stop by Spice It Up! at 8626 N. Lower Sacramento Road in the Stonewood Shopping Center for an opportunity to speak with Councilmember Jobrack, one-on-one, about topics of interest or concern.

Artwork is underway by artist, Ilena Finocchi, who is creating a mural at the Fair Oaks Library, 2370 E. Main St, Stockton, CA 95205. The vibrant artwork spans the entire 30ft x 20ft curved wall near the library’s entrance. The mural highlights an octopus which has 3 hearts and nine brains and symbolically represents diversity, intelligence, complexity and insight. Out the the octopus’s hat emerges the creativity and imagination machine that is fueled by reading books.

With the start of Fall Semester rapidly approaching, Delta College is offering a series of special events to help current and new students register for a high-quality, low-cost education.

The Reunion / La Reunión 5th Annual Concert & Culture Festival, formerly known as #CCPR5 (short for the epicly named Chicano Community Program Radio Reunion and Car & Motorcycle Show), will feature unforgettable performances by the Juan Escovedo Band, The Mike Torres Band, The Latin Magic Band, Gambizi & Dos Four, Ramirez Brothers Blues Band, Blanca Sahagun of Latin Soul, Juan Carlos Band, Cesar Chavez Mariachi, Ballet Folklorico de Frank Zapata, Almazan Aztec Dancers, and others. Keynote Speaker will be Tracy City Councilmember Veronica Vargas.

The City of Stockton Economic Development Department Housing Division is holding focus group meetings on Tuesday, August 13, 2019.  A series of four consecutive meetings will be held discussing various concentrations of a plan developed to identify needs and use of funds received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). 

A joint news release from San Joaquin County Public Health Services and Environmental Health Department regarding the blue-green algae in our local waterways. Our health officials are urging the community to heed the cautions that are included in the news release.

Chart-topping, GRAMMY®-nominated saxophonist Dave Koz returns to the road this holiday season with the 22nd annual Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour 2019. Joining Dave will be: South African guitarist/singer Jonathan Butler, who has accompanied Dave on numerous Christmas outings; GRAMMY®-winning singer-songwriter Melissa Manchester, known for such mega-hits as “Midnight Blue” and “Don’t Cry Out Loud”; Copenhagen-born jazz/soul saxophonist Michael Lington and special guest Chris Walker, singer, bassist and former musical director for Al Jarreau. Playing Bob Hope Theatre in Stockton, CA on December 22, 2019. Tickets on sale now at Stockton Arena box office and Ticketmaster.com.

The Record’s 22^nd Annual Family Day at the Park will be held Saturday, September 21, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Weber Point in Stockton. The event is free to the public. The Record’s signature event, Family Day at the Park provides a full day of fun and educational activities for the entire community.

Community Medical Centers welcomes the community to participate in An Elegant Country Affair, Friday, August 16, 2019 under the stars on the Big Lawn at the San Joaquin County Historical Society and Museum at Micke Grove.  The evening will begin at 6 p.m. with a wine-tasting reception in the Cortopassi-Avensino. Angelina’s is catering a delicious summer meal, and dancing to live entertainment by the Sac City Little Big Band will follow. Summer cocktail attire is encouraged as the outdoor venue promises to be enchanting.

The First Tee of San Joaquin will begin its Fall Tour for boys and girls ages 5-17 on September 7th. Children will learn sportsmanship, respect and other core values while learning the fundamentals of golf.  The nine-week sessions are held every Saturday morning and equipment will be provided.  The cost is $60 and includes a logo golf cap.