Hello Stockton! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Classic boats and cars, teen kayaking adventure, and family fun festival + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Community health in focus: San Joaquin County Mosquito and Vector Control District will host a blood drive Thursday, June 25 with Red Cross, marking National Mosquito Control Awareness Week and need for all types -- learn how to donate blood.
Classic waterfront celebration: Runabouts on the River will bring classic boats and cars to Stockton Sailing Club on June 27, featuring boat rides and rides aboard a historic former Coast Guard rescue boat -- see the waterfront fun.
Expanding West Coast operations: Foodservice supplier ACR opened a 506,000-square-foot Stockton distribution center, expanding its West Coast footprint to boost growth and customer service, celebrated by company leaders, customers, vendors, and employees -- explore the new center.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Greener thumb, unlocked: If your yard or stoop could use a glow-up, In Season keeps it local with veggie starts, interesting perennials, and genuinely helpful folks who know what thrives here. Drop by this week, grab a coffee in the garden, and leave plotting where that one more pot will go.
Shortcut to chill: Whether you're corralling kids to the playground, rallying friends for casual hoops or dusting off the horseshoes, Nelson Park nails the low-key hang with picnic spots and BBQs ready to go. Pack a blanket, claim some shade, then let the afternoon take its sweet, low-stress time.
Local fun upgrade: ZapZone Laser Tag & Axe Throwing is perfect for shaking off a long week... think a massive multi-level arena, quick-hit game modes, plus axe throwing and arcades when you need a plot twist. Rally the crew this week, make it a standing thing, leave gloriously out of breath.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎵 Music in the Park @ Hutchins Street Square West Park (Lodi) | Wednesday (6/24) at 6:00 PM – Summer evenings at West Park mean familiar tunes in the shade, free admission, and your lawn chair finally earning its keep. Expect sing-along country, classic rock, and pop from Garth to Petty, plus Kona Ice, Travelin’ Tom’s, and Panda’s Smoke Shack.
🛶 Teen Kayaking Adventure @ Lodi Lake | Thursday (6/25) at 10:30 AM – Teen herd getting restless? Point them toward Lodi Lake for a mellow paddle on the Mokelumne, where the current is friendly, the views are easy, and the selfies basically take themselves. Bring your own kayak, or rent single or tandem, parent chaperones welcome.
🧶 Crocheting @ Lodi Public Library | Thursday (6/25) at 5:00 PM – Nothing beats unwinding with yarn at the Lodi Public Library, where newbies and seasoned stitchers trade tips, laughs, and the occasional tangled skein. This volunteer-led circle meets on the second and fourth Thursdays, ages 8 and up welcome, with grown-ups sticking around, of course.
🏀 3v3 Live @ SDSU Mission Valley River Park | Saturday (6/27) at 9:00 AM – Grab your cleats and sunscreen, San Diego’s getting a 3v3 soccer showdown at SDSU Mission Valley River Park. Fast matches, small-sided chaos, big bragging rights, and plenty of sideline gossip. Let the kids run, or lace up yourself and call it cross-training between Costco trips.
🍲 Community Potluck @ San Joaquin Pride Center | Thursday (7/2) at 6:00 PM – If you’ve been meaning to finally use that casserole dish, the monthly LGBTQ+ potluck is back to make it happen. Kids and allies welcome, Pride Center updates in the mix, and they supply plates, utensils, and non-alcoholic drinks. Alcohol-free vibes, big flavors, real catch-ups.
🚲 250th American Anniversary Bike Show @ Eagle's Nest Harley-Davidson (Lathrop) | Saturday (7/11) at 11:00 AM – Eagle's Nest Harley-Davidson is rolling out the 250th American Anniversary Bike Show, with those Anniversary Edition rides front and center, serious chrome, and the kind of rumble your HOA pretends not to hear. Expect a food truck, prizes, and a Best of Show crowning.
👨 Family Fun Festival @ Central United Methodist Church | Saturday (7/18) at 11:00 AM – Free, all-ages fun on the back lawn at Central United Methodist Church, with a bounce house, crafts, therapy dogs, and performances. Let the kids bounce while you snag Medi-Cal help, mug for the photo booth, and support Family Promise. Only the shave ice costs money.
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07 — The Stockton report Weather forecastToday — High: 92°F — Low: 59°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 92. Northwest wind 3 to 7 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 59. Northwest wind 2 to 7 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 91°F — Low: 60°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 91. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 60. This house is wildThis 3,458 sq. ft. Stockton stunner pairs space and style in a no-HOA setting, with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and giant RV access. Inside, the grand entry leads to light-filled formal spaces, a family room with fireplace, and a chef’s kitchen with granite counters, a gas cooktop, and island seating. A backyard tea house adds a charming retreat.
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