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Merced Sun-Star
Things to do in Merced in November: Dia de los Muertos, rock cover bands and more
It’s still Halloween season, but it’s not too early to think about the fun there is to be had in November. Below are some of the noteworthy concerts and acts coming to Merced County next month. You can see more events or add one you’d like to promote on the Sun-Star’s events calendar at mercedsunstar.com/events. No-No Boy WHAT: No-No Boy, a multimedia folk and storytelling project led by Julian Saporiti, brings a deeply moving multimedia concert experience to UC Merced Arts, blending original music, storytelling, archival images, field recordings and historical research. WHEN: Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m. WHERE: The Merced Theater ONLINE: www.mercedtheatre.org Dia de los Muertos night market WHAT: Celebrate this beautiful tradition with an evening filled with local vendors, food, music, community, and Día de los Muertos festivities. WHEN: Nov. 5, 6 p.m. WHERE: Bob Hart Square and Canal Street, downtown Merced ONLINE: tinyurl.com/22z6wfra The Addams Family Young@Part WHAT: Playhouse Merced features the Young Artists Conservatory production of a comical musical that “celebrates the wonderfully unique qualities found in every family.” WHEN: Nov. 6-15 WHERE: Playhouse Merced ONLINE: www.playhousemerced.com ‘Macbeth’ WHAT: Dark, violent, haunting, and unforgettable, Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” is a story of ambition, love and the devastating cost
The Fresno Bee
Meet the Fresno restaurant group behind trendy eateries Otherside, Heirloom and Saizon
If you’ve waited in line at Heirloom, snagged a honey-saffron latte at Otherside or caught the Instagram glow-up of Saizon, you’ve been eating your way through one restaurant group’s playbook — probably without realizing it. Now that group is growing again. Owners of Otherside Cafe confirmed this month that their second cafe will land at the corner of Palm and San Jose avenues, at the entrance to the Fig Garden Financial Center — just north of Fig Garden Village, behind Elbow Room and Chipotle. It’s taking over a freestanding former bank building most recently home to Guarantee Real Estate. Co-owner Rema Koligian said in an Instagram video that she expects it to open by the end of 2027. That new cafe is just the latest move from Brandon Smittcamp and partners Rema and Kevin Koligian — the trio (plus chef Justin Shannon at Heirloom and Saizon) are behind some of the buzziest places to eat in town. Here’s the full lineup. Otherside Cafe Opened in May 2025 at The Row at Heritage Grove, Otherside pairs a serious coffee program with an all-day food menu. General manager Adam Byrd — a 20-year bartender at The Lime Lite who (which Smittcamp also
thefeather.com
Food Review: Strada Italian Sandwiches
The rich aroma of freshly baked focaccia bread lingers through the restaurant, as chatter and music fills the room. Italian art displays across the walls as each sandwich is assembled to perfection. The staff exclaims with cheerful faces, “welcome to Strada!” Throughout the Central Valley, new restaurants continue to expand and elevate local dining experiences. Amongst these fresh dining spots, Strada thrives through serving authentic and high-quality Italian sandwiches. From homemade focaccia bread to savory spreads, this restaurant brings a twist to traditional sandwiches.
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McDonald’s brings back Halloween Boo Buckets to Fresno featuring Disney Villains
FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — McDonald’s is bringing back its popular Halloween Boo Buckets, this time featuring some of Disney’s most famous villains. Beginning October 20, participating McDonald’s restaurants in Fresno will offer five collectible Boo Bucket designs inspired by Jafar, Ursula, Scar, Cruella and Maleficent. Each...
Madera Tribune
Long-awaited casino to open
North Fork Mono Casino set to open at midnight, October 28. North Fork Mono Casino announced it will officially open at midnight on October 28, marking a milestone more than two decades in the making. Located adjacent to Highway 99 in Madera between Avenue 17 and 18 1/2 exits, the...
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Get ready to hit the jackpot! A new casino opens next week in Madera
MADERA, Calif. (FOX26) — A new casino is opening in Madera next week, bringing thousands of slot machines, new dining spots, and 1,500 jobs to the region. North Fork Mono Casino and Resort is counting down to its grand opening on October 28!. Inside, you’ll find 2,400 slot machines,...
Visalia Times-Delta | Tulare Advance Register
Visalia breaks ground on first new park in 12 years
The community is invited to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new four-acre neighborhood park at 10 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 23 in southwest Visalia. The park will serve the surrounding community and help meet the recreational needs of the 225 new single-family homes planned for the area, city staff said. The park is located on the southwest corner of Roeben Street and Howard Avenue. It is the first city park to be constructed in the last decade. "We invite everyone to join us for this special occasion," Parks & Recreation Director Jason Glick said. "We're excited to begin construction on our first neighborhood park in 12 years. It will be a historic day." The new park is part of the city's ongoing efforts to implement the Visalia 2030 General Plan, which identified the development and maintenance of neighborhood parks as a community priority, city staff said. "The park's design was shaped through extensive community input. From the beginning, this project has been guided by Visalia residents," Glick said. "We held multiple public meetings to better understand the community's needs, and residents stepped up by providing feedback and voting on the amenities they wanted to see." Through those public meetings, residents
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Cafe at Dosan brews up community vibes inside Dosan Social Eatery in Clovis
CLOVIS, Calif. (FOX26) — A new café is brewing in Clovis and hopes to be more than just a place to grab your morning latte. “The Cafe at Dosan” is a family-owned business built around good food, unique drinks, and a whole lot of love for the community.
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California Barbecue Fans Pull Off Highway 99 In Tiny Traver For Real Texas-Style Brisket
Highway 99 runs straight through the heart of California farm country, and most drivers never slow down in Traver. That habit is starting to change. A small barbecue counter in this tiny Tulare County town has people from Texas, Alabama, and North Carolina claiming it holds its own against the barbecue they grew up on. The brisket comes with real bark, the menu has a bacon-wrapped surprise called the Texas Twinkie, and the doors close by mid-afternoon, so timing matters.
Madera Tribune
Three Sisters Garden to host Fall Festival
The Madera County Master Gardeners will celebrate the season with a Fall Festival event in the Three Sisters Garden on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. The event will have multiple educational activities for children, as well as adults, with games, crafts and lots of fun for families. In addition, there will be three food trucks on site.