San Joaquin County Voices

Randy’s Bistro spices up Monday Nights in Lodi

International Pop Up Randy’s Bistro spices up Monday nights in Lodi  By Brandy Collins Randy Anzaldo has always wanted to own his own restaurant. And, in May of 2023, he realized that dream, open...

Twin Arbors Barre Fusion Program

Barre Fusion Build long, lean muscles  By Angela Rudolph / D By Sophia Elle Diana Brown, who has taught fitness classes since 2008, is dabbling in a new exercise field—barre fusion. Taught at Twi...

SJCOE Specialty Program for Students with Autism

Connecting Through Education SJCOE’s Connection! program serves students with autism  By Nora Heston Tarte Some kids need a little extra help. Regardless of the specific diagnosis or need, gener...

Manteca Park Golf Teaches Life Lessons

Chipping Away at Life’s Challenges Youth programs at Manteca Park Golf Course teach life lessons  By Angela Rudolph / D By Sophia Elle Fresh air, beautiful greenery, and the chance to work on phy...

Wonder Women of San Joaquin

As in years past, April marks our Wonder Women feature, profiles of San Joaquin County women of courage, integrity, leadership, and vision. While the individuals we’ve selected have all led diffe...

Lodi Welcomes New City Manager

The Lodi District Chamber of Commerce would like to extend a warm welcome to the newly hired City Manager Scott Carney. The Chamber wholeheartedly supported the nationwide search that the City Cou...

Christina Gilbert: Stay, Commit, Give, Grow

There’s a talent to bringing people together, whether it’s for family functions, parties or community events. Gathering people takes much time and synchronization. For Christina Gilbert, the abili...

Wendy Johnson: A Lasting Legacy

As is true for so many folks in our region, Wendy Johnson’s ancestors arrived in California from Europe to try their luck in the Gold Rush. But the Wagner family’s success ended up being attached ...

Laura and Jack Suess One Look, Two Lives Changed

By Laura Suess Nine years ago, I was working as an RN for a pediatric home care company in Fresno, California. I loved my job. I loved being able to go out into the community and empower families ...

I Love My Community: Rebecca Ray

Rebecca Ray, director of community relations and development for Family Resource Center, recently sat down with HERLIFE Magazine to discuss her family, involvement in the community and dreams for ...

Gina Ratto’s Fashion Safari: A Whole New Adventure

Have you ever met someone and felt like you’d been friends forever? Gina Strawn Ratto is one of those people. Her genuine warmth and friendly demeanor permeate Fashion Safari, the store she bought...

Baby Zeta

Photos provided by Baby Zeta HERLIFE Magazine sat down with members of Baby Zeta to discuss their organization and community involvement. Baby Zeta, or BZ, as it is casually known, is a philanthro...

I Love My Community: The Unicorn Society, Where Girls Sparkle and Shine

“Kindness is a sign of a person who has done a lot of personal work and has come to a great self-understanding and wisdom. Choose to be kind over being right and you’ll be right every time, becaus...

Zinc House Farm: Family Roots and Sustainable Agriculture

If you are looking for a delightful way to spend a day in the country, take a drive on Highway 120 to Escalon and visit Zinc House Farm. I recently had the pleasure of meeting co-owner Carol Franz...

Overcoming Challenges: From Grief to a Beautifully Renovated Property

PHOTOGRAPHY BY TODD A. PETERSON DESIGN BY KATHLEEN JENNISON After the recent loss of her husband, Kathleen Jennison, owner of KTJ Design Co., found it difficult to continue living in her large hou...

Harriet Chalmers Adams, Adventurer

San Joaquin County is known for its trailblazers, innovators, organizers and pioneers. Perhaps no local trailblazer has had as much an influence on the national stage as Harriet Chalmers Adams, re...

Spend 48-Hours in Lodi Wine Country

Welcome to Lodi! California’s Wine Country gem located 45 minutes south of Sacramento and 90 minutes east of San Francisco. Our Mediterranean-style climate, lush surroundings, and fertile soil all...

Financial Spring Cleaning: Tips for Organizing Your Finances

As the flowers bloom and the days grow longer, springtime brings a sense of renewal and rejuvenation. It's also the perfect opportunity to declutter and organize various aspects of our lives, incl...

10 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint this Earth Day

As Earth Day approaches, it's a reminder for each of us to reflect on our impact on the planet and consider ways we can contribute to a healthier, more sustainable future. One significant aspect o...

Leadership Lodi's Education Day

We kicked off our Education Day for the 2024 Leadership Lodi at the Lodi Unified School District’s James Areida Education Support Center, learning an overview about the district, its teacher...