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Tree Planting at DeBenedetti Park
In association with “Tree Lodi” and the City of Lodi, volunteers gathered this morning to plant 170 trees in DeBenedetti Park. This was the first of two events that will see a total of 280 trees planted by Arbor Day, April 7th, 2012. The event featured a Volunteer booth, First Aid station, a local Boy … Continue reading
Lodi Volunteers Feed Homeless in Stockton
by Doug Cheney – Citizen Reporter Here are a few photos from our group that also feeds, ministers, mentors and provides resources for the homeless and those in need in Stockton. Under the leadership of Grace and Mercy Foundation and Pastor Frank from Wayside church we handle around 500 clients per week. It’s a very … Continue reading
Local 442nd Member Recognition
“Valor with Honor”, an independent film directed by Burt Takeuchi, was previewed today at the JACL Community Hall. The film documents the experiences of Japanese-Americans who served in the 442nd Regimental Combat Team in Europe during World War II. Several members of the 442nd, along with family and friends, were on hand and pictured are … Continue reading
The Morgue and the Insane Asylum
In 2001 my brother and I escorted our mother of 83 years from her home in Lodi to an assisted living facility that would accept people with Alzheimer’s. She moved reluctantly that day, encouraged by half truths and lies of omission from those that loved her. In the 1950′s, writer Henry Miller recorded the following … Continue reading
Lodi-Shanghai Export Summit
The Lodi-Shanghai Wine and Agriculture Export Summit was held at the Lodi Chamber of Commerce today. The chief organizer of the event was Tie Zhang, President of the US-China Business & Culture Association, which is a bilateral U.S. – China trade organization with offices in Sacramento, CA and Shanghai, China. The eight person delegation from … Continue reading
Friends of Wilderness Newsletter No. 1
Newsletter Volume #1, Issue #1 … …
Celebration on Central
“Celebration on Central” drew a large crowd of local residents today with lots of fun and information. The celebration featured free food, dancing, health screenings, gang prevention tips, parenting advice and early childhood education opportunities. The City of Lodi was well represented by the Parks & Recreation, Crime Stoppers, Lodi Improvement Committee and the Lodi … Continue reading
The Event Planner
An Essay by Maxine Shear – Lodi, CA The email states: comfortable shoes, gloves to ward off the cold and as many large, recyclable shopping bags as you can find. The limo driver has been given a must have list of coffee, orange juice and energy bars. The pick ups will begin pre-dawn. Our first … Continue reading
Homeless Outreach Forum
. On November 8th, 2011, Joseph Wood (Neighborhood Services Manager) presided over a public forum dedicated to homeless outreach efforts in Lodi at a meeting of the Lodi Improvement Committee chaired by Mr. Bob Takeuchi. Over a 90 minute period, presentations by several local benefit organizations, government agencies and concerned individuals threw light on the … Continue reading
Sandhill Crane Festival – 2011
For 15 years, Lodi’s Sandhill Crane Festival has celebrated the return of the cranes. In partnership with the City of Lodi, the Festival continues to welcome an ever-growing circle of friends to our community to share the experience. The following photos highlight activities held at Hutchins Street Square, which included an art show, workshops, presentations … Continue reading
Lodi Electric Utility Celebrates Power Week
The Electric Utility celebrated Public Power Week 2011 today with its 16th annual open house at the utility offices. The open house provided an educational opportunity to more than 500 elementary school students. Among the many exhibits, students saw of how the sun’s energy is converted into electricity, learned about safety procedures, and witnessed the … Continue reading
Allure of Water 2011
Prominent local artists (many associated with Lodi’s Knowlton Gallery) participated in a demonstration of plein air painting along the promenade at the Stockton Waterfront Warehouse on Saturday, October 15th, 2011. …
Autism Speaks Fundraiser
The annual Autism Speaks fundraising and walk event took place Saturday, October 15th in Modesto and there were 3000 participants that raised $90,000 for the Autism Speaks community. It was a great event and young and old alike walked the distance and enjoyed resources, fun, entertainment and the great gift of sharing with one another. … Continue reading
Final Church-in-the-Park of Season
Tuesday, October 11, 2011 – Appreciative homeless enjoy season’s last BBQ in Lawrence Park ..
Lodi Street Faire – Oct 2011
Lodi Street Faire – Oct 2, 2011 …
Lodi Health and Wellness Fair
What a great day to spend a Saturday afternoon at the first annual Lodi Health and Wellness Fair sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and seemingly well attended by both event attendees and vendors representing health care and related industries. There were many booths featuring healthcare workers that were able to evaluate or assess health … Continue reading
Annual Cleanup – Lodi Lake – 2011
by Mr. Doug Chaney – Citizen Reporter and Photographer Saturday, September 17, was the day of the annual coastal cleanup for the city of Lodi at Lodi Lake. This event was well attended this year, with approximately 350 participants, including church and school groups, Boy Scout pack #92, I believe, and several family units that … Continue reading
Grape Festival – 2011
Video produced by Misael Garibay ..
Dr. Russell Steele Golf Tournament
Every year the Lodi Memorial Hospital Foundation hosts the Dr. Russell Steele Memorial Golf Tournament. Golfers, sponsors, volunteers and all who supported this year’s event had a great day raising funds for Lodi’s community hospital. In addition to a round of golf at Woodbridge Golf & Country Club, participants enjoyed a fine meal, raffle, and … Continue reading
Count Your Blessings
A group of seniors were sitting around talking about all their ailments “My arms have gotten so weak I can hardly lift this cup of coffee,” said one. “Yes, I know,” said another. “My cataracts are so bad; I can’t even see my coffee.” “I couldn’t even mark an “X” at election time, my hands … Continue reading
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