This Saturday the 5th, Oak Grove Regional park will host the 8th Annual Bob McMillen Memorial Fishing Tournament. Named after the late S.J. County parks employee and avid fisherman Bob McMillen, the tournament will be open to all ages and feature three competitions: Youth (ages 10 and under), Teen (ages 11 – 17) and Adult (ages 18 and over). A prize will be given for each group for 1 largest fish.
San Joaquin County Parks and Recreation and the Delta Fly Fishers will present the 8th Annual Bob McMillen Memorial Fishing Tournament on Saturday, Feb. 5 at Oak Grove Regional Park in Stockton. Approximately 2,700 lbs. of Rainbow Trout, including 200 lbs. of trophy-size fish, will be stocked in Oak Grove’s 10-acre lake prior to the event.
There is no registration fee for the event; however, a $5 fishing permit fee and valid California Fishing License is required for anyone sixteen (16) years of age or older. A $5 vehicle-parking fee will also apply. All State Fish and Game laws apply. Participants must supply their own fishing equipment.
Contact: parks@sjgov.org
(209) 331-2050
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Time: 6:00am – 12:30pm
There are:
- 5K/3.1 Mile Run & Walk
- 10K/6.2 Mile Run
- 1/4 Mile Kid’s Run (for Kids 9 and under)
Scenic, flat and fast 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run begin at the Stockton Ports waterfront Ballpark and proceed along both sides of the Stockton Deepwater Channel past the Weber Point Event Center and out the Deepwater Channel along Weber Street, returning on the same route, finishing by circling the beautiful Stockton Arena, with Finish Line INSIDE the Stockton Ports Ballpark. Runners and Walkers share the same scenic waterfront course.
Schedule:
8:00 AM, Kids 1/4 Mile Run
8:20 AM, Opening Ceremony
8:30 AM, 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run and Team 5 K Run
10:30 AM (approx.), Awards and Closing Ceremony
Check out the winners and the finishing times of last years race! Where will you place?
]]>Grab your fishing poles and gear up for the 26th annual Trout Bout. The San Joaquin County Parks and Recreation and the Delta Fly Fishers will welcome anglers to Oak Grove Regional Park on Saturday November 20th.
Over 1,500 lbs. of Rainbow trout will be planted for the tournament, which is free for kids 15 years of age and under. There is no registration fee for the event, however, a $5 fishing permit fee and valid CA. fishing license are required for those sixteen (16) years of age or over. A $5 vehicle-parking fee will also apply. All State Fish and Game laws apply. Participants must supply their own fishing equipment.
The Youth competition, open to youth age fifteen (15) years or younger, is for children to compete with other youths for the individual heaviest weight of one (1) trout caught by a child. Children compete individually in one of three age categories (eight and under, 9 to 12 and 13 to 15). Adult supervision is required. The Adult competition, open to ages 16 & over, will measure the individual heaviest weight of one (1) trout caught by the contestant.
Prizes will be awarded in all categories and participation is limited to one (1) type of competition. Park gates will be open at 6:15 a.m., registration closes at 10 a.m. and the last weigh-in is at 12:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded shortly thereafter.
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This Saturday, October 9th, at the Downtown Stockton Marina, the annual Oktoberfest Celebration takes place. The Oktoberfest is modeled after the traditional German tradition in which beer is the main reason for the get together!
Time is 2pm-10pm with the after party at O’Ryleigh’s and Taste Ultra Lounge. Downtown Trolleys will provide late night service between the waterfront and the after-party.
The cost is $20 bucks and includes include lovely ladies in German dress, keg lifting competitions, chicken dance dance-offs and, of course, beer stein holding competitions. Enjoy live entertainment ranging from polka to rock, brats and over 10 brews and food booths! Modeled after a German Oktoberfest, Stocktoberfest seating will be outdoors on long benches and tables and the festival will open with the tapping of the first keg by local dignitaries.
Date: Saturday, October 9, 2010
Time: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Location: Downtown Stockton Marina
445 W. Weber Ave
Stockton, CA
Over the course of this blog I will be pointing out to you the CA historical Landmarks the we have in Stockton! I didn’t know Stockton had as many as it did, so I am assuming you do not know either!
The first one is to remember a great Stockton Pioneer & visit what is now City Hall and a California Registered Historic Landmark #178.
CA Registered Landmark Website:
NO. 178 SITE OF FIRST BUILDING IN PRESENT CITY OF STOCKTON – In August 1844, the first settlers arrived at Rancho del Campo de los Franceses. One of the company, Thomas Lindsay, built the first dwelling, a tule hut, on this site. He was later murdered by Indians and buried here by travelers. The Point was formed by the junction of McLeod’s Lake and Miner’s Channel.
Location: City Hall, on Civic St between Miner and El Dorado Sts, Stockton
USGS Quadrangle Sheet Name: STOCKTON WEST
Head down to City Hall where all of this information and more is in the lobby… Explore Stockton!
This fun event is happening right now as I type these words. The good news it lasts until 10p.m. tonight so you still have plenty of time to get down to the Miracle Mile and enjoy the fun activities, beer and people. The Oktoberfest is a FREE, festive celebration of Oktoberfest with carnival games, rides, live music and more.
Also taking place is a sidewalk Chalkfest. Artist throughout Stockton and Beyond will be taking of the dark, dingy streets and will bring color and excitement to them. The Chalkfest was created to help raise money for the Stockton Unified School District’s art programs.
Time: 6-10pm
Cost: Free
Location: Miracle Mile (pacific Ave)
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This Friday the 24th will be excitingly good time out on the Delta. Come aboard the “Island Girl” for an evening cruise that includes fine dining, Live entertainment, and raffle.
I attended the event in previous years and had a great time networking with new people, eating great food, and enjoying the evening on the delta! I would encourage all of you to attend and have a great time while supporting a great Stockton non-profit. 
The Boys and Girls Club of Stockton serve over 3000 Stockton Children a day throughout our 22 locations. We need your help more than ever! This is the Boys and Girls club signature fund raising event! We invite you to participate in the Delta Riverboat Revue. We have lowered the price to $150 by using a local charter company, Delta discovery Cruises.
See the facebook event. Contact (209)466-1264 for more information and tickets!
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The Record’s Literacy and Book Fair – Family Day at the ParkDate: Saturday, September 18, 2010Time: 9:30am – 3:00pm
Location: University Park
The Record’s Literacy and Book Fair – Family Day at the Park is being held Saturday, September 18, 2010 from 9:30am to 3:00pm at University Park in Stockton.
Family Day at the Park 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.
More than 70 businesses and community organizations will provide interactive projects that include making bookmarks, greeting cards, a miniature city, art projects, storytelling and recreational activities. Mascots, street entertainers, and entertainment by the Cesar Chavez Music Department, Sparkles and Ravioli the Clowns, are also festival favorites. New this year, the Stockton Symphony will be performing a free family concert on the Main Stage at 10:00am. The popular Friends of the Library Used Book Sale will once again offer more than 5,000 titles. In addition, published children’s authors & illustrators will preside over The Friends of the Library King Author’s Court – telling stories, teaching, signing books and answers questions. The Library and Literacy Foundation will also be hosting the Enchanted Castle where stories will be ready by local celebrities.
University Park is located at California and Magnolia Streets in the Magnolia District of Central Stockton.
For further information contact event producer Carrie Sass at SASS! Public Relations – 209-957-7277 or cmsass@comcast.net.
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This weekend is full of events! This weekend marks the annual St. Basil Greek Food Festival. This popular event is so because the food is so good and it’s very inexpensive to go; only $2.00
One of the most popular items is the Baklava! It’s a traditional Greek dessert and is the most famous. Baklava is made from phyllo dough, ground nuts (walnuts, pecans, or pistachios), lots and lots of honey or a ton of sugar syrup and comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. 
This popular festival celebrating Greek culture, will also have pastries, music, dancing, and games for kids. Head on over and have a great time!
Tickets are only $2!
Date: Friday, September 10, 2010 – Sunday, September 12, 2010
Time: 12:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Saint Basil Greek Orthodox Christian Church
920 March Lane
Stockton, CA 95207
It’s any full weekend with plenty of events to choose from. However, if you are a wine lover, like me, you don’t want to miss this one. Wine of the Waterfront, is taking place this Saturday, September 11th. It’s a great event, for a good cause, and in a great location. Don’t miss it. It’s not only a wine event. Scheduled to be at the event are restaurants, caterers and micro-brewers as well. Buy your tickets now and save…
Time: 6pm-9pm
Location: Waterfront Warehouse – 445 W. Weber St. Stockton
This event is a fundraiser for the local Big Brother and Big sister organization for San Joaquin and Sacramento counties. Big Brothers Big Sisters is the nation’s oldest youth mentoring organization helping to change the lives of children (primarily from single-parent homes) so they can face the challenges of growing up with the goal of living successful lives.
Take a look at the event from visitstockton.org.
It is an annual fund raising event benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters. This tasting event has expanded over the past few years from the sampling of a few fine wines to an event which showcases the tastes of over 50 fine wineries, restaurants, caterers and micro-brewers. In past years we’ve had guests from as far away as Oregon, San Francisco, and Monterey. Set in early September to take advantage of the area’s wonderful harvest weather, Wine on the Waterfront is host to an estimated 1000 guests strolling from table to table sampling the area’s finest food and beverages, and enjoying fine jazz and other musical entertainment. A balloon raffle and silent auction adds to the evening’s fun. Representatives of some of California’s finest wineries, restaurants, caterers and microbreweries bring samples of their best products to serve to event participants. Each guest receives a complimentary etched wine glass and butler tray for sampling wine and other beverages. Also available for guests are scrumptious platters of hot and cold appetizers and decadent desserts. An assortment of non-alcoholic beverages will be available.
Tickets: $45 in advance; $235 for a 6 pack of tickets; $50 at the door
Attire: Comfortable Dress
Age: No one under 21. ID’s will be checked at the door.
Tickets Online: http://www.wineonthewaterfront.net/
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