FruitYard
By Chris Murphy
It is so cool to have the entertainment venues in our community. Joe Traina had a vision to create a giant amphitheater and host world class events. Joe and his brother Willie have made this dream come true and it has become one of the best go-to places in our region. For you all in the Modesto area, after a show, you are home in minutes. Our move is to enjoy the lawn till most people leave and cruise home quickly without the traffic.
The main staple of the Fruit Yard has been country music and classic rock. Stars like Willie Nelson, Ringo Starr, America, Train, Billy Currington, 38 Special, Brett Young, Foreigner and many more have entertained here. This takes care of a lot of music fans in our area. But there are new genres coming this months with the new Latino production El Festival De Iconos De La Musica Feminina Hispana Tour, featuring superstar Paquita La Del Barrio on August 24. Branded the Chicken Ranch Casino Fruit Yard, coming soon are Midland, July 26, Walker Hays, Aug 8.
Did you know there are also local events on the awesome FruitYard stage? Juline’s School of Dance has their recital there and more and more local organizations are finding out how cool the Fruit Yard is. They even have a puppy paint nights. Awww.
One of the best bonuses for going to the Fruit Yard is the restaurant that has been a staple in our community for decades, with great Sunday brunches, crab and steak nights and one of the best salad bars in the area. Support locally owned places like the Fruit Yard at 7948 Yosemite Ave. Modesto
Got more info and tickets at www.thefruityardevents.com<www.thefruityardevents.com>
