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The artistic side of Stockton

The Empire Theater on Pacific Avenue offers local entertainment.

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Posted: Saturday, August 28, 2010 12:00 am

The artistic side of Stockton By Lauren Nelson/Lodi Living Editor Lodinews.com | 0 comments

Just south of Lodi is a city where you can visit massive Buddhist statues and see Carrie Underwood perform in the same day, where you can browse the Internet and listen to an acoustic show at the same time, where you can see a live symphony for free in a park. Stockton has a lot to offer those who crave arts and culture, whether it is live music or the arts.

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