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When in Downtown Stockton and are looking for a quick bit to eat, head to the waterfront warehouse and eat at Dok Shoons.  Dok Shoons is a long standing hot dog stand which serves two main types of fabulous hot dogs. Chili Dogs and Hot Dogs.  Both are great. 

Now, Dok Shoons has very limited hours.  They are only open during lunch time hours.  11-2:30pm.  Check them out and eat a dog overlooking the beautiful downtown Stockton waterfront.

445 W Weber Ave Ste 142
Stockton, CA 95203
(209) 467-7178

This weekend the exciting and entertaining Obon Festival at the Stockton Buddhist Temple takes place.  It all starts on Saturday, July 31st lasting through Sunday, August 1st.  This annual festival will bring the food, dance, sword displays and entertainment of the Japanese culture.  Time is 11:00am-8pm on both days.

From StocktonBuddhistTemple.com:

The exciting Cultural festival that will be on Saturday, July 31 through Sunday, Aug. 1, starting at 11 a.m. and ending at 9 p.m. each day. Performances by community performance groups including Stockton Bukkyo Taiko and Sacramento Taiko groups as well as traditional dance from local dance groups and martial arts demonstrations will be done throughout the day. This takes place in our Social Hall along with a variety of Japanese crafts for sale and display.

The traditional “taste of Japan” brings traditional favorites of teriyaki chicken, kushiyaki, traditional sushi, and hot udon, all served both indoor and outside. Outside entertainment includes our variety of games for children and adults. Temple tours will also be given along with our farmer’s market and plant sale.

Check out the Samari demonstration from the 2009 Obon Festival:

My son Zachary and I went over to check out a new cafe on the Miracle Mile today.  It was around 1:30, a late lunch at the Midtown Creperie & Cafe, and I was surprised how crowded it was.  Every table in the place was full.  We grabbed a couple of spots at the counter which was cool because you can watch them make your crepe right before your eyes.  I had already eaten, but being crepe fans we wanted to stop in and see what this place was all about.

Zachary ordered the Whodat! crepe.  A whodat! is a crepe filled with Ghirardelli chocolate and caramel sauce topped with whipped cream.  I was able to sneak in a few bites and it was delicious!  The chocolate inside melted which made the crepe ever softer. Oh, to make it even more chocolaty he ordered the chocolate crepe too.

Check Midtown Creperie out on facebook.  Stop in and give them a try, you will be happy you did!

Midtown Creperie and Cafe
2311 Pacific Ave
(209)941-9070

Looking for a tasty treat on a warm summer night? Head over to yogurt my way. They’re a self serve frozen yogurt shop were you can get as little or as much as your stomach desires.

In each location they serve 8 different flavors of yogurt and countless toppings. Other than the standard chocolate and vanilla, cake batter, oreo cookie, blueberry and strawberry are often found in my cup.  My favorite is vanilla topped with almonds and cookie dough! Yum.  What is your favorite?

Yogurt My Way has 2 locations in Stockton. The first is in Lincoln Center and the second is on the Miracle Mile.

“Like” Yogurt My Way on facebook too!
Yogurt My Way Locations:
Benjamin Holt Drive
211 Lincoln Center

Miracle Mile
1924 Pacific Ave

Buckeye Appliance and antiques is truly an amazing place in Stockton.  It’s not just an antique store, but a museum of the past.  One step into the shop and I was transported back to my childhood kitchen and dining room.  Yes, Buckeye Appliance carries

antiques for the entire house but Tom Lawson, the owner, real passion is for antiques gas stoves.  Tom and his staff (his family) restore old stoves to their original form, and are they beautiful! I encourage anyone who is looking for a unique gift idea or just want to be reminded of the quality items of the past to stop in and visit the shop.

The store also is the home to many architectural items one might find in an old home.  Tom has a knack for saving these items from older homes before they are destroyed.

Head in to see a piece of history.  Tom has acquired one of the few remaining original lanterns off the Golden Gate bridge.  This summer he will accompany it the the Antique Road Show in San Diego!

Buckeye Antiques is located on 714 W. Fremont Street, just a few blocks down from the Ports stadium (Day 4 of 365 things to do in Stockton).

The more I look, the more events I find happening in Downtown Stockton.  There is another great event happening this Saturday May, 29th.  It is the 2nd annual Mayor’s Hike and Bike event.  It is a walking and bicycling event which tours many of the historic spots in Stockton.

The events starts at the Stockton Ballpark at 8:00 a.m. and will last until 11 a.m.  There is both a short course and long course for the riders and walkers.  The walkers have three scenic options, though Stockton’s historic downtown, waterfront and beautiful neighborhoods.

Bicyclists have a choice of two biking routes, a shorter route of 8.7 miles up to University of Pacific and a longer biking route, 18.7 miles, out the Calaveras River trail to Buckley Cove, then returning via UOP, the Haggin Museum and back to the Ballpark.  See the route maps!

After the hike and bike, Join in a post-event breakfast, at the Ports Ballpark.  Served from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM, just $10 each, kids under 6yrs, $5, 2yrs and under, Free!

This event benefits the emergency food programs of two local agencies: Catholic Charities and the Emergency Food Bank.  To register go to www.stocktonhikeandbike.org, or www.Active.com

Date: Saturday, May 29, 2010
Location: Stockton Ballpark
404 W. Fremont St., Stockton

Giving you another reason to venture Downtown and have a great time is Chitivas Salsa and Sports Bar and Grill. Chitivas is a Mexican bar and grill that brings fun and entertainment to the waterfront.  This restaurant, bar, and night club is located in the Warehouse building on the waterfront next to the new marina (check out Day 5 of 365 Things to do in Stockton).

On Tuesday’s, Chitivas brings in a jazz band which we were able to catch yesterday.  The smooth sounds of jazz was a pleasure to listen to while munching on a couple of $2 tacos.  This seems to be a popular night among locals as the drink and food specials add to the cover free night.  Come enjoy the jazz while gazing upon the marina and delta waterfront at sunset.

Chitivas seems to have and endless array of entertainers from Jazz, Latin music, comedy and more ready to entertain.  Take a look at their upcoming events.  The biggest upcoming event is taking place May 30th with the THE LATIN MAGIC BAND, COMEDY, and  DANCE Night. Kicking off the laughs is headliner Big Al Gonzales and Alicia Madrigal followed by the Latin Magic Band.

Chitivas Salsa Bar and Grill
445 W. Weber – Warehouse Waterfront Building
209-941-8605

This Saturday evening, May 22nd,  the Haggin Museum will open its doors for 22nd Annual Haggin a la Carte. This annual event will be sure to please its guest again this year.

The wine, beer, and food tasting event will kick off the 3 new exhibits.   The Haggin was kind enough to let me in to give me a sneak peak of the 3 exhibits.  Watch the video below to get your sneak peak of these fabulous exhibits.

• Returning to the Haggin is the J.C. Leyendecker exhibit.  J.C. Leyendecker is know as America’s “other” Illustrator opposite of Norman Rockwell.  J.C. Leyendecker was arguably the nation’s most popular commercial artistsin the early part of the 20th century.  Much of his work was done for the Saturday Evening Post.  He was greatly admired by Norman Rockwell who’s art became popular among millions of Americans.  I didn’t know who J.C. Leynedecker was but I sure did recognize his work.  His illustrations will be displayed at the Haggin Museum starting Thursday the 20th.

• Also opening the 20th of May, is the California Impressionism painting exhibit.  All paintings are captured under the Californian sunshine and feature landscapes from around the state.  59 paintings from the Irvine Museum will be on hand for the public to view.  Get a peek in the video below.

• Finally, the Bustles & Balustrades exhibit will be shown in the 2nd floor of the Haggin Museum.  It is an exhibit which will bring the Victorian clothing of 19th century women and architecture of the homes together.  Vignettes featuring clothing and objects from the museum’s collections rarely seen by the public will be on display throughout the gallery.  This exhibit will be on display thorough August 15, 2010.

Haggin Museum
1201 N. Pershing Ave – Victory Park
(209)940-6300

The next time you are in Downtown Stockton, look around and you will be sure to spot an item of interest on the Self-guided Historic and Art Tour (Brochure with map).

The Downtown Stockton Alliance, put together a list of  28 locations that are of historic or art interest.  From the historic buildings to the Hot wheel art display, you will be sure to find something cool to gaze upon.  Take some time a explore downtown.  Here are a few of the spots I show in my video below, but there are many many more:

• Bank of Stockton Building
• Cort Tower
• Fire Fighter Memorial
• Hot wheel Display
• California Building
• Confucius Monument
• St. John’s Epicosal Church
• Hotel Stockton
• Fox Theatre and more

The detail in the building architecture are amazing!  If you have a few minutes to check them out I highly recommend doing so.

VIDEO UP SOON!

Head on over to the Blackwater Cafe on 912 N. Yosemite street.  The blackwater cafe is a cozy cafe and makes it really easy to relax.  The have an assortment of books, board games, papers that are free to use while visiting the cafe.  If you want to livin’ things up a bit come back at night when the

Blackwater cafe features live music and open mic nights.  Also popular among the locals are the  taco Tuesday’s, free WiFi, and much more!  They have an excellent choice of coffee drinks, teas, pastries, bagels, sandwiches and more. All made fresh daily.

Check out their calendar for upcoming live music nights, open mic nights and other events.

912 N. Yosemite St. Stockton California 95203

Open Seven Days a Week.
6:30 AM to 10:00 PM — Sunday to Tuesday
6:30 AM to 11:00 PM — Wednesday – Thursday
6:30 AM to 12:00 PM — Friday – Saturday
209-943-2968