Lodi’s nooks and crannies are filled with unique places of interest. From lakes and parks to fruit stands, tasting rooms and community events, there are places to check out around town.

Local museums are where curiousity meets a vast wealth of knowledge. Whether visitors want to uncover the agriculture roots of the area, enjoy interactive science and wildlife exhibits, or even crave some football history during the offseason, at least one of these Central Valley museums can provide that information.

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(NewsUSA) - This year marks the 150th anniversary of the turning point in the Civil War, the Battle of Gettysburg. As far as defining American moments go, it doesn't get much more iconic than that.

Boxes of tulips at the altar. Out-of-state friends camping out in the distance. Ink and vintage lace. Tears of joy and genuine gazes. A sweet, sweet pooches in the wedding party. Wedding-dress cannonballs into the pool. It was perfect. Shooting … Continue reading →

The "Esteem Team" of speakers Barbara Barrington Jones, Brad Wilcox and Kenneth Cope will be in Lodi presenting three fireside sessions and a youth conference during Mother's Day weekend. The programs are hosted by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All events will be free of charge and open to the public.

(StatePoint) Shopping for Mother’s Day?  You’ll want to match the perfect gift to her unique interests and personality.

At least 300 pieces of art will be on display at the Lodi Community Art Center’s 53rd Spring Art Show, which will take place at Robert Mondavi Winery on April 20 and 21. All pieces entered into this juried art show will be available for sale.

(BPT) - The real estate market is starting to show signs of improvement, which is welcome news for people wanting to sell their homes. This positive momentum alone isn’t enough to close a deal, though – a homeowner must make their properties appealing to potential buyers so they stand out from the competition. The good news is it’s easy to create an appealing atmosphere with a few staging tips and tricks from the experts.

Running now through the end of February, the first-ever photography show is taking over the walls of the Lodi Community Art Center. Photographer Barbara Gillespie shares a little about chairing the contest and celebrating photography in Lodi.

Soroptimist International of Lodi hosted a group of women from Hope Harbor Shelter for Women and Children at the annual Christmas party in December. The women had lunch at the Round Table Pizza parlor in Lodi. There were approximately 30 ladies in attendance. Each woman was presented a gift bag from Santa.

Health education classes

Lodi Health is offering the following classes:

• A breastfeeding class will be held on Feb. 7 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The free, one-session class covers the advantages of breastfeeding, basic anatomy, the breastfeeding process and common problems and solutions.
• A free childbirth preparation class will be held on Feb. 23 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Doug Ridgway, award winning photographer and Delta Fly Fishers' member, will do a presentation on enhancing your outdoor experiences through photography at the Delta Fly Fishers' February meeting.

San Joaquin Delta College is looking for volunteers to judge the host the SkillsUSA Region 5 Competition on Feb 2.

The city of Lodi is holding a contest for local shutterbugs who want to showcase their work on the front of the Parks, Recreations and Cultural Services summer activity guide.

Paper is so useful. You can write on it, you can wrap things in it, you can make dolls and origami out of it, and you can wad it up and spit it at your fellow humans — OK, maybe not after the age of 10, but you get the drift.

(BPT) - You’ve picked the perfect ring. You’ve practiced the words you’ll use when you propose. But you know she would be livid if you asked her on the big screen at a sporting event.