AmericanTowns is a virtual "town square", connecting you to all the events and news happening in Stockton California. Whether it's town issues and community activism, or school calendars and sports schedules, AmericanTowns delivers the information faster and helps you use it better. en-us 30 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton 144 69 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton http://www.americantowns.com/images/atn_rss_logo.gif Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:48:32 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Can you enlighten on the environmental impact of the fashion industry? As I understand it, the industry overall is no friend to the... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 The City of Stockton is currently accepting applications for two vacancies on the Stockton Parks and Recreation Commission. The term for these... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/parks-and-rec-commission-vacancies-233023 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/parks-and-rec-commission-vacancies-233023 Government and Politics Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Stockton, CA – Come celebrate with the Stockton Symphony as it joins forces with the Stockton Chorale, the Stockton Youth Chorale, and Guest... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/stockton-symphony-celebrates-the-holiday-season-with-its-memorable-holiday-pops-concert-232090 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/stockton-symphony-celebrates-the-holiday-season-with-its-memorable-holiday-pops-concert-232090 Arts and Entertainment Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 The reports of Swine Flu in California (official name, H1N1) are alarming, but as the virus remains in the headlines, experts are urging... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-san-joaquin-county-228243 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-san-joaquin-county-228243 Health and Fitness Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 With music pieces that are energetic, elegant, warm, and sunny, the Stockton Symphony’s third Classics concert will uplift your spirit and enthuse... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/mozart-s-concerto-for-flute-and-harp-featured-at-stockton-symphony-s-november-classics-concert-222823 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/mozart-s-concerto-for-flute-and-harp-featured-at-stockton-symphony-s-november-classics-concert-222823 Arts and Entertainment Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Want a unique, fun activity for fall in the San Joaquin County, CA area? Find apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for San Joaquin... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/san-joaquin-county-apple-picking-orchards-and-apple-farms-for-san-joaquin-county-221205 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/san-joaquin-county-apple-picking-orchards-and-apple-farms-for-san-joaquin-county-221205 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:07:37 -0500 Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the San Joaquin County California area. When there’s a crisp snap in the... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/san-joaquin-county-pumpkin-patch-farms-and-pumpkin-picking-guide-san-joaquin-county-221407 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/san-joaquin-county-pumpkin-patch-farms-and-pumpkin-picking-guide-san-joaquin-county-221407 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:07:19 -0500 Mayor Ann Johnston invites you to meet with her for coffee to discuss business and economic development issues. Help make Stockton a great place for... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/business-and-economic-development-coffee-with-the-mayor-217822 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/business-and-economic-development-coffee-with-the-mayor-217822 Government and Politics Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The San Joaquin County Enterprise Zone final designation has been approved by the State of California. Agenda Open Remarks Chairman Leroy Ornellas... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/san-joaquin-county-enterprise-zone-workshop-219836 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/san-joaquin-county-enterprise-zone-workshop-219836 Government and Politics Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The City of Stockton is currently accepting applications for 3 vacancies on the Cultural Heritage Board.  Applications are due by 5p on October... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/cultural-heritage-board-openings-applications-due-october-15-217821 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/cultural-heritage-board-openings-applications-due-october-15-217821 Government and Politics Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a California corn maze and it's a... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/sacramento/news/find-california-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-california-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-217110 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/sacramento/news/find-california-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-california-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-217110 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The City of Stockton Municipal Utilities Department announces the postponement of the Victory Park Ponds Rededication celebration which had been set... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/victory-park-ponds-rededication-postponed-216283 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/victory-park-ponds-rededication-postponed-216283 Sports and Recreation Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Charismatic Violinist Featured on Symphony’s “Timeless Treasures” Concert Called “the most charismatic, the most virtuosic, and the most... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/stockton-symphony-presents-timeless-treasures-214905 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/stockton-symphony-presents-timeless-treasures-214905 Arts and Entertainment Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 It's 1962, and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire: to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/hairspray-214691 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/hairspray-214691 Arts and Entertainment Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Experience what Beatlemania was all about! From Ed Sullivan to Abbey Road! RAIN covers the Fab Four from the earliest beginnings through the... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/rain-a-tribute-to-the-beatles-214693 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/rain-a-tribute-to-the-beatles-214693 Arts and Entertainment Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 American Legacy: Our National Parks On Location with the Plein-Air Painters of America In this exhibition, 35 members and guests of the Plein-Air... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/exhibition-american-legacy-our-national-parks-214882 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/exhibition-american-legacy-our-national-parks-214882 Arts and Entertainment Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The City of Stockton is currently accepting applications for the following Boards and Commissions: Central Parking District Advisory Board -... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/board-and-commission-vacancies-210466 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/stockton/news/board-and-commission-vacancies-210466 Government and Politics Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Dear EarthTalk How can I make good use of the rainwater that runs down my roof and into my gutters? -- B.S. For most of us, the rain that... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: What effects do fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides used on residential lawns or on farms have on nearby water bodies like... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-pesticides-fertilizers-and-water-pollution-210999 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-pesticides-fertilizers-and-water-pollution-210999 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Are any major brands of disposable tissues, paper towels, napkins and toilet paper yet using recycled content and chlorine-free... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-disposable-paper-products-decimate-forests-212966 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-disposable-paper-products-decimate-forests-212966 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that environmental non-profits have been hit hard by the economic downturn, and has this had an impact on their... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-recession-hurts-green-group-efforts-216670 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-recession-hurts-green-group-efforts-216670 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: As I understand it, hair salons are pretty toxic enterprises on many counts. Are there any efforts underway to green up that... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-toxic-hair-salons-223417 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-toxic-hair-salons-223417 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: I recently had a tissue mineral analysis indicating that my levels of the nutritional element, molybdenum, were off the chart. ... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-high-molybdenum-levels-from-cookware-224917 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-high-molybdenum-levels-from-cookware-224917 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 From the spooky grin on a Halloween jack-o-lantern to the smiles from a Thanksgiving volunteer stint, we know you have some great pictures to... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/share-the-season-in-pictures-with-the-stockton-community-224742 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/share-the-season-in-pictures-with-the-stockton-community-224742 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Celebrities and billionaires are shelling out big bucks for cutting edge green-friendly cars like the Tesla Roadster. But what are... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-more-affordable-energy-efficient-cars-233627 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-more-affordable-energy-efficient-cars-233627 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600