BargainView By Monica Barber
WOO! It’s Hot August once again! There’s nothing quite like the sizzle of a Hot August day to raise your temperature and leave you wondering what to do while keeping cool. Luckily, you and your wallet can avoid the heat while having a great time in Mo-town. Here are a handful of things to check out around Modesto to stay cool on a budget!
5) Chill out culturally! Those looking for a bit of culture need not look any further than the Gallo Arts Center. The month of August plays host to the MPA’s Sound Of Music and Valley’s Got Talent. For more information see www.galloarts.org
4) Beat the heat in style! Nothing to wear? Clean out your closet and warm up your wardrobe with a new look from HUT No.8. They are a great clothing exchange located in the Marshalls parking lot. They buy and sell accessories, shoes and clothing. Check them out at: http://www.facebook.com/HutNo8Modesto
3) Cool out with some great cuisine! Located in the heart of downtown Modesto, Vito’s Ristorante boasts some of the finest cuisine in town for a reasonable price. A warm ambiance and sophisticated charm creates the atmosphere for this local favorite. Stop in for a bite or a half price appetizer during happy hour. You won’t regret it! www.vitosmodesto.com
2) Be a Hot Child in the City. A great way to spend a HOT AUGUST night is listening to some great music. Pick up your ticket to Modesto’s own original festival, X-Fest, on August 4th and party the night away. Enjoy over 60 bands performing on 12 different stages all for the price of seeing one great act. For ticket information check out: http://www.xfestmodesto.com/
1) Take in a Sizzlin’ Summer Blockbuster The hottest new movies can be seen up on the big screen at Brendan Theaters in downtown Modesto. Weekday specials include $5 movies, M-Th before 6 pm. Can’t sleep with this heat? Then take in a Midnight Movie. Weekly midnight showings include the newest releases. Show time and event information can be found at: http://www.facebook.com/BrendenModesto18
As they say, summer isn’t quite summer without the heat. No matter what you decide to do remember to enjoy yourself, and don’t forget to stay cool.
