Plan a visit, settle into town or find something to do this week. Start with a local guide, then catch up on the latest Turlock stories below.
Dot-Marie Jones grew up in Hilmar. Executive producer Trenton Waterson grew up in Turlock. Their new thriller, Breeder, is playing locally this week. Here's the story behind those connections, an earlier film that brought Trenton home and what to know before buying a ticket. Keep Reading
A 20,000-pound shipment will support United Samaritans, Turlock Gospel Mission and Stan State's Warrior Food Pantry. Here is how their services differ, what to bring for a household food box and when current students can pick up food in November. Keep Reading
November brings two Taurid meteor windows, the Pleiades star cluster and a full Moon on the 24th. Here is how to start watching from Turlock, what binoculars can actually show, and what to know before MJC's November 6 Science Night in Modesto. Keep Reading
Turlock's seasonal leaf pickup begins Monday, November 2, but the first visit depends on your zone. Find the opening dates for all 12 zones, the official season map, how to place loose leaves and why your regular trash route is a separate schedule. Keep Reading
Read to a Dog returns November 7, beginner Scratch coding follows November 14, and Master Gardeners explain small backyard fruit trees November 18. Here are the free programs worth planning around, which ones require registration, and the library's November hours and holiday closures. Keep Reading
Turlock can help eligible property owners pay for sidewalk repairs, but percentage limits and dollar caps both apply. See the two assistance tiers, a $4,000 cost example, what to ask before hiring a contractor, and how to report an accessibility barrier. Keep Reading
Shop the Blocks returns to downtown Turlock on Sunday, November 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Here's how to plan the day, including Center Street Grill's separately ticketed breakfast, two longtime Main Street shops and useful questions to ask before checkout. Keep Reading
Tule elk, migrating waterbirds and a marsh boardwalk are a drive south of Turlock. San Luis National Wildlife Refuge has free admission, two year-round auto tours and short walks. Here is which entrance to use, how the routes differ and what to bring for a fall visit. Keep Reading
Looking for a weekend outing beyond the pumpkin patch? Turlock Library has board games Saturday, Carnegie has free drop-in art, and Sunday's Gallo festival brings free activities to downtown Modesto. Here are the times, age guidance, directions and costs to know before heading out. Keep Reading
The Carnegie Arts Center is seeking volunteer board members, with applications due October 31. Finance, fundraising, technology and grant-writing skills are among its needs. Here is what board service involves, what to ask before applying and other ways to help. Keep Reading
