November/December 2008 - Downtown Stockton Alliance

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November/December 2008
Free Guide to Downtown Stockton’s Events & Happenings
Cold Pub CRAWL, page 15
Downtown Real Estate, page 16
Volume 11 - Issue 11/12
Celebrate Dining, page 8
Downtown Safety, page 3
Celebrate! the Holidays: Downtown over Ice
Ice Skating, Lighted Boats and a Toy Drive Spread Holiday Cheer Downtown
The holiday spirit is alive and well in Downtown
Stockton this season. “Yes, this is a tough economy
and Stockton has been hit hard by foreclosures
but it’s important Stocktonians know that the
heart of their city will still be a place to celebrate
the holidays,” said Dennis Smallie, Executive
Director.
Kicking off the month-long celebration the
Ports invite all members of the community to stop
by Banner Island Ballpark to drop off a new and
unwrapped toy by December 18. All toys donated
will benefit the Mary Graham Children’s Shelter
which cares for nearly 1,400 of the most severely
abused, abandoned, and neglected children in San
Joaquin County. The children are in protective
custody at the shelter and may live there for many
months. Banner Island Ballpark is located at 404
West Fremont Street or call (209) 644-1900 for
more information.
The celebration continues on December 6 as
Cold CRAWLERS and lighted boats descend on
downtown. The Marina West Yacht Club’s 29th
annual Christmas Lighted Boat Parade will be led
by the Port of Stockton’s fireboat “Sunrise.” The
parade is scheduled to hit Weber Point at 6 pm.
Lynn Hahn, Delta Reflections Chairperson said,
“We never know how many boaters to expect but
if last year’s numbers are any indication, we may have
more than fifty boaters. Weber Point is the best spot along
the route to see the parade.” The parade will be held rain
or shine, and is open to all boaters. For more information
and parade registration forms, call (209) 477-7653.
Also on December 6 at 5 pm, the Cold Pub CRAWL
will kick off at the Hotel Stockton. Five hundred
CRAWLERS will enjoy eating and drinking at 13 bars,
pubs and restaurants in Downtown Stockton and on the
Miracle Mile. For more information on the CRAWL, turn
to page 15.
If you’ve ever wanted to skate with the pros, Sunday
December 21 is your chance! The Stockton Arena is
opening up the ice rink for families and students to
enjoy skating. From 10 am until 7 pm general admission
activities include a visit with Santa, skate rentals and
maybe even an opportunity to skate with Thunder Hockey
players. From 8 pm until 10 pm, only junior and senior
See DOWNTOWN OVER ICE, page 3
DSA Board of Directors Meeting
Santa will visit with children at the Janet Leigh Plaza in
December. Photo by DSA
January 21 @ 4 pm, Alliance Office
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Downtown Stockton Alliance 209.464.5246
From the Executive Director
Dennis
Smallie
Executive
Director
Executive Committee:
Chair
Steve Stevenson
Bank of Agriculture and Commerce
Vice-Chair
Mahala Burns, Cort Companies
Treasurer
Bill Young, Bank of Stockton
Immediate Past Chair
Don Geiger, Geiger, Coon & Keen
Secretary
Christopher Eley, Attorney at Law
Jim Donaldson, JF Donaldson Automotive
Daniel J. Schroeder, Neumiller & Beardslee
Knute Momberg, Weber Institute
Board Members:
Lance Azevedo, Guaranty Bank
Anthony Barkett, Attorney at Law
Tom Bowe, WMB Architects
Bob Ceccato, Wells Fargo Bank
Corie Coleman-Maxwell,
State Farm Insurance
Kevin Dougherty,
First Commercial Real Estate
Joe Draegert, Joe Draegert Studio
Doug Egbert, Riverrock Properties
Jeroen Gerrese,
Stockton Sheraton at Regent Center
Bob Martin, The Record
Carol Ornelas, Visionary Home Builders of CA
Along with the economic hard
times that not only our city but our
nation is experiencing, the need exists
for our citizens of Stockton to be able
to celebrate. The opportunity exists
downtown to mingle with family/
friends and meet new acquaintances in a
fun atmosphere while being entertained
through food, drinks, shopping, sports
and/or cultural/performing arts. During
this holiday season the Downtown
Stockton Alliance is thriving to provide
that atmosphere in a variety of ways.
Besides the Friday Farmer’s market
which just wrapped up, we had a very
successful Taste of San Joaquin that
attracted over 1,000 citizens, many from
out of town, to celebrate what we have
to offer in our wonderful restaurants
of downtown, the Miracle Mile and
other parts of the City and County. A
similar celebratory experience will be
forthcoming on December 6 called the
Cold Crawl which is combined with the
Delta Reflections (Lighted Boat Parade).
Because of the increase in numbers
of visitors downtown, we have a higher
From the Economic Development Director
Mahesh Ranchhod, Property Owner
David Qualls, Blackwater Cafe Downtown
Mike Sarimsakci, Black Sea Gallery
Jose Solorio, Solorio Jewelers
Ex Officio Members:
Alicia Arong, Stockton Arts Commission
Dr. Elizabeth Blanchard, Port of Stockton
Paul Blumberg, City of Stockton
Redevelopment
Carl Brooking, Stockton
Redevelopment Agency
Steve Carrigan, City of Stockton
Economic Development
Edward Chavez, Mayor City of Stockton
Susan Eggman, Stockton City
Council Member
Ron Ferrario, Port of Stockton
Steve Gutierrez, SJ County Supervisors
Lt. Kevin Hatano, Stockton Police
Robert Holzer, Cultural Heritage Board
Donna Kelsey, SJ Regional Transit District
Dennis Lee, Central Valley
Asian-American Chamber of Commerce
Mark Martinez, Hispanic Chamber
of Commerce
Dick McClure, Greater Stockton Chamber
of Commerce
Stacey Mortensen, SJ Regional Rail
Commission
Craig Ogata, SJ County Facilities
Management Division
Gordon Palmer, Stockton City Manager
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interest from investors, thus the need for
a Downtown Master Plan is of upmost
importance. This activity also created
the desire for more parking within two
blocks of a person’s destination or work.
City staff has presented a 30-60-90 day
parking plan which should open up
some additional parking followed with
a long term plan. Downtown Stockton
Alliance Vice-Chair Mahala Burns has
been taking the lead in advocating for
more parking around the central core.
Discussions are underway with San
Joaquin Regional Transit to include a
bus route to and from parking areas. We
are also engaged in meetings with Judge
Murray who is leading plans on a new
courthouse. The state, who is providing
funding for this courthouse, can only use
the funding for the courthouse structure
but is not allowed to use the funds for
a parking structure. We therefore are
working with involved parties to see
what alternatives can be worked out.
Refer to downtownstockton.org and
click on downtown parking for further
details.
We thank the outgoing Mayor and
council members for their efforts in
bringing downtown alive and look
forward to the support of our incoming
Mayor and council members in making
downtown thrive as we deal with any
growing pains that naturally occur. 
Mimi
Nguyen
Economic
Development
Director
As the City of Stockton’s Central
Parking District Board begins to
implement their 30-60-90 day plan to
alleviate the parking deficit within the
central core of Downtown Stockton,
employees at the Downtown Stockton
Alliance are doing their part by utilizing
alternative means of transportation.
public
transportation,
Using
carpooling, walking and biking are
ways that our employees are getting to
and from work; this allows additional
space for property owners, business
owners and their customers and tenants.
The Downtown Stockton Alliance
currently has 29 employees; 6 on the
Maintenance Pressure Washing Crew
that get off work before 8 am, leaving
parking spaces open to offices and
agencies whose employees begin work
at 8 am.
Employees of the Downtown
Stockton Alliance are encouraged
to use these alternative forms of
transportation as it provides additional
parking space for others, promotes
good health and exercise and allows
them to be a part of the city’s “green”
initiatives. Cold morning temperatures
and rain aren’t stopping our employees.
Sylwia Qualls, the Alliance’s Graphic
Designer, bikes to work bundled up and
if it’s raining by the time she leaves,
she finds herself hopping on the bus
with her bike.
“It’s so convenient,” she explains,
“During the summer when it’s too hot
and during the winter when it’s too cold
to bike home, I take the bus home with
my bike.”
Eight of our employees bike to
work each day, which saves them their
monthly parking permit rate, gas, and
wear and tear on their vehicle. Though
most would argue that it takes longer
to bike to work, Community Outreach
Assistant Mary Moody finds that biking
to work takes even less time than
driving, particularly in cold weather,
“I don’t have to wait for a car to heat
up and there aren’t any windows on my
bike to unfog,” says Moody.
Plans and incentives to encourage
our employees to walk, bike, carpool or
use public transportation are underway.
See ALTERNATIVES, page 18
The Downtowner is published 12 times per year by the Downtown Stockton Alliance.
Annual Circulation: 120,000. Publisher: Dennis Smallie. Editor: Emily Baime. Assistant Editor: Mimi
Nguyen. Contributing Writers: Manuel Laguna, Charisse Lowry, and Mary Moody. Contributing
Photographers: Downtown Hospitality Guides. Layout and Design: Sylwia Lipiec-Qualls.
209.464.5246, www.downtownstockton.org. All rights reserved.
DOWNTOWNER
Delivery Locations
THROUGHOUT DOWNTOWN
OTHER LOCATIONS:
Alder Market & Catering
All About Health Clinic
Baja Fresh Mexican Grill
Bead Dreams
Bella Gente
Beto’s Birrieria
Beverly Living Center
Blackwater Cafe
Borders
British Car Specialists
Cal State Stanislaus-Stockton
(kiosk)
California Check Cashing
Camlu
Carrow’s Restaurant
Casa Flores
CentroMart
Charter Way Pharmacy
Cibo di Vino
Cocoro Restaurant
Comfort Inn
Court Yard by Marriott
Dameron Hospital
Dave Wong’s
Days Inn
Del Roy’s Deli
Delta College (kiosk)
Denny’s
Extended Stay Hotels
Food 4 Less
Golden 1 Credit Union
Gourmet Burrito
Harley Davidson Shop
Harry’s Pizza
Heald College
Henry’s Miracle Mile Styling
Holiday Inn
House of Shaw Cafe
Humphrey’s College
J&S Flowers
Jamba Juice - Brookside
Jamba Juice - Lincoln Center
Java Aroma - Empire Theatre
Jitterz
Knitwitz
La Boulangerie
La Quinta Inn
Marie Callender’s
Moo Moo’s Burgers
Mountain Mike’s Pizza
Mr. Pickles
Noah’s Bagels
Pacifica Bakery
Parkwest Dental Group
Petra’s Deli & Market
Plymouth Square
Qdoba Mexican Grill
Quality Inn
Ralph’s Computers
Rancho San Miguel
River City Bank
Saigon Restaurant
Saint Joseph’s Hospital
Sam’s Cafe
Siamese Street Thai Restaurant
Signature Photography
Southern Exposure
Starbucks - Lincoln Center
Starbucks - March Ln.
Starbucks - Pacific Ave.
Stockton Cycles
Stockton Grand Hotel
Stockton Inn
Taste of Brittany Creperie
Tigers Yogurt
Toot Sweets
University of the Pacific (kiosk)
Valley Brewing Company
Wok Inn
Washington Mutual - Brookside
Weston Ranch Pharmacy
With Garden Flair
Yosemite Meat Market
Yum Yum Donuts
Free Trolley Rides Connect UOP Students to
Miracle Mile and Downtown on Saturdays
By Paul Rapp, San Joaquin RTD
It’s time to celebrate Saturday nights
in Stockton with the many options
for great food and entertainment
Downtown and on the Miracle Mile.
Each weekend, people are discovering
different events and attractions.
See a hockey game at the Arena and
stop afterwards at Valley Brew. Get
dinner at Back Bay Restaurant before
a movie at the City Center. With so
many popular destinations, San Joaquin
Regional Transit District, the Miracle
Mile Improvement District, and their
partners have come together to provide
a fun, free, and convenient way to
navigate your evening enjoyment - the
Miracle Mile Trolley Connector! So
make an evening of it - plan a Saturday
evening and leave the car at home, or,
park free at the Ed Coy Garage, and
catch the Trolley right out front!
With trips every 20 minutes, the
Miracle Mile Trolley Connector is the
easy alternative to driving and looking for
parking. A wealth of restaurants, events
and meeting places is now connected
for you by the Miracle Mile Trolley
Connector. Downtown has lots to offer,
so let San Joaquin RTD take you and
your friends where you want to go. 
By Wes Rhea, Stockton Conference and
Visitors Bureau Director
RTD offers free Downtown Trolley rides to and from the Miracle Mile. Photo courtesy of RTD
Stakeholder Solutions: Downtown Safety
By Manuel Laguna, Community Outreach Supervisor
The perception that Downtown
Stockton is not safe has persisted for
quite some time. It is, of course, an
attitude that was fueled by what the
downtown was like in the past. However,
for those who spend both days and
nights in the downtown area there is an
obvious understanding that things have
definitely changed. Throughout the year
countless families and couples come
downtown for events such as Art Walk,
Music in the Square, and recently the
very successful Taste of San Joaquin.
Paople who are strong supporters
of Downtown Stockton could write
Downtown
Over Ice (from page 1)
high school students are invited. Costs
are $5 per skater, $1 per spectator and
$3 for students with valid ID or per
person in groups of 10 or more.
Ring in the New Year on December
31 at the Hippo Bar at the Lexington
Plaza Waterfront Hotel (formerly
Sheraton). For more information on the
evening’s festivities, call (209) 944-1140 or
visit www.waterfronthotelstockton.com.
Santa’s mailbox will return to the
Cinema Plaza, December 1 through
December 24. Families are encouraged
to write wishlists with children addressed
to Mr. Claus, and place in the mailbox
outside of City Centre Cinemas. Take
family photos with Santa and watch him
read letters on Saturdays from 5 – 8 pm
on December 7, 13, 14 and 20. 
Stockton
Tourism, 101
volumes about safety in the downtown
area, but perhaps some recent statistics
would be more persuasive.
Recent data does show that crime
has decreased in the downtown while
increasing during the same period in the
entire City of Stockton. For example:
• From 1999 to 2008, Part 1 crime
decreased 4% downtown, while
increasing 37% during the same period
for the entire city. Part 1 crime includes
criminal homicide, burglary, robbery,
rape, vehicle theft, aggravated assault,
larceny, and arson.
• From 1999 to 2008, violent crime
decreased 27% downtown, while
increasing 55% during the same
period for the entire city.
These statistics support the opinion
that the downtown area is indeed a safe
area to visit nowadays. While it should
be acknowledged that there is still much
work to be done, it is obvious that we
have come a long way.
For additional information regarding
Downtown Stockton, contact the
Downtown Stockton Alliance at (209)
464-5246. 
With over four million visitors
coming through San Joaquin County
each year, hotels are an essential
component of our local tourism
product. While nearly half of all leisure
travelers stay with friends and family,
the other half sleep in our local lodging
establishments, infusing millions of
dollars into our economy. Business
travel too, has always been a big part
of Stockton’s hotel business.
Stockton has over 30 lodging
properties with over 2,700 available
rooms, from budget/economy
properties to full service properties
with meeting space. In just the last 12
months, Stockton has had over 555,000
room nights which equates into nearly
$40 million in revenue. The city in turn
receives tax revenue and in 2007 the
city garnered more than $2.1 million
into the general fund from the lodging
tax alone. Think about it. Visitors who
stayed in our local hotels gave our city
over two million dollars for our parks,
libraries, public safety and so on –just
from their stay. That does not include
additional sales tax revenue, and the
money these visitors spend on dining
and shopping. This is why so many of
us put such a focus on generating more
overnight stays. It truly pays off and
benefits all. And don’t forget, these
hotels employ hundreds of workers,
buy goods and services locally and have
a huge impact on our local economy.
Of course business could always
be better, but even in this challenging
economy we have seen growth in
our local hotel industry. In the latest
Stockton lodging statistics, Stockton
saw an increase in overnight stays in
the months June, July and August.
Stockton gained over 7,000 nights
from last year’s total, ending with
a three month grand total of over
See TOURISM, page 7
Events 4-1-1: Thank You to
the 2008 Contest Participants
By Jennifer Plassmeyer, the Alliance’s Events Coordinator
During the 2008
event season, the Alliance hosted 4
community contests and co-sponsored
the Beautiful Stockton Photography
Contest with the Conference and Vistior’s
Bureau. In total, the Farmers’ Market
and Art Walk contests received over 60
individual entries for the Home-Made
Salsa Contest, Celebrity Look a-like
contest and everything in between. Thank
you to all 2008 contest participants and
special guest judges, and congratulations
to the winners!
Cheers to Beautiful Stockton Photo
Contest winners, who were featured
at the Art Walk. Phillip DiMorina
(1st Place Professional Adult), Steve
Mullens (1st Place Amateur Adult),
Eloisa Salto Magana (1st Place High
School Student), Knute Momberg
(Honorable Mention Professional) and
Drew Meyers, Jose Rubianes (Honorable
Mention Amateur) and Nicholas Lopez
(Community Choice).
¡Muy caliente! Felicidades Bunny
Leyva, winner of the annual HomeMade Salsa Contest. Gracias to guest
judges Yoric Aguilar from Bilingual
Weelky, Lt. Cris Trulsson of Stockton
PD and Chef Julio Cambreras owner of
Black Tie Gourmet.
Merrian Edyn rolled down the
river as Tina Turner to win the annual
Celebrity Look a Like Contest. Guest
judges were “Simply the Best:” Ian Hill
of 209Vibe, Benjamin Saffold from
the Gospel Center Rescue Mission and
Sgt. Jason Christensen of the Stockton
Police Department.
At the First Annual Home-Made
Pumpkin Pie Contest, a farmers’ market
gift basket went to Melissa Berger for
Best Presentation. Tastiest recipe went
to Bunny Leyva. A harvest-season heap
of thanks to guest judges Stephanie
Steelman from Citadel Broadcasting,
Sgt. Jason Christensen of the Stockton
PD and Dave Siders from the Record.
The community weighed in for the
pumpkin coloring contest, naming Gracie
Quismondo, age 2, the 2008 winner. 
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Commerce
New Phone Lines for Frequent Public Questions
The California Department of Industrial Relation’s
Division of Labor Standards Enforcement Department
(DLSE) has installed pre-recorded information telephone
lines in all district offices. The public will have quick and easy
access to information on California labor law, employee and
employer’s rights and fair employment policies. Frequently
asked questions will also be featured.
“The pre-recorded lines are useful in providing valuable
24-hour information, answering many common questions and
eliminating the callers’ wait time. We will continue to have
the regular public information lines in all district offices for
those who wish to call and speak with a person,” said Robert
Jones, acting state labor commissioner for DLSE.
The message has been recorded in Spanish and English.
There is also an introductory sentence in Vietnamese, Tagalog,
Mandarin, Cantonese, and Korean directing the caller to
contact the district office for assistance.
The pre-recorded phone lines contain a wide variety of
information and are arranged in the following order:
1) Termination- the payment of final wages to employees
when employment is terminated, vacation pay at quit/
termination
2) Wage issues-failing to pay minimum wage, overtime,
commissions, etc.
3) How to file a claim-simple directions
4) Employee benefits- vacation, sick leave, retirement,
holiday pay, medical/health coverage, bereavement leaves,
leaves of absence
5) Public works requirements/contractors license
6) Office locations/directions
7) Issues not handled by DLSE- sexual harassment,
unemployment insurance etc.
If the caller still has further questions after listening to the
pre-recorded line, he/she simply disconnects and dials the
non-recorded number. Both pre-recorded and district office
numbers are also posted on the DLSE Website: www.dir.
ca.gov/dlse/DistrictOffices.htm. 
Celebrate!
Effective immediately, the pre-recorded lines are
operational for all of the following district offices:
Celebrate!
Bakersfield 661-859-2462
El Centro 760-353-2544
Eureka 707-441-4604
Fresno 559-248-8398
Long Beach 562-491-0160
Los Angeles 213-576-6227
Oakland 510-622-2660
Redding 530-229-0565
Sacramento 916-263-5378
Salinas 831-443-3029
San Bernardino 909-889-8120
San Diego 619-682-7221
San Francisco 415-703-5444
San Jose 408-277-3711
Santa Ana 714-558-4574
Santa Barbara 805-965-7214
Santa Rosa 707-576-2459
Stockton 209-941-1906
Van Nuys 818-908-4556
Scheduled Closed 2008/2009
Dates For City
Secured Property
Offices And
Taxes Due
Buildings
DSA 2008
City of Stockton offices and
buildings will be closed for several
days in December and January. Most
City employees will observe additional
days off without pay to help address
significant budget challenges in the
current 2008-2009 fiscal year.
Except for the Police Department,
City public buildings and offices
will be closed on the following days:
November 24 through November 28,
(Thanksgiving week) and December
24 through January 2, (Christmas Eve
through New Years).
Emergency
Police
and
Fire
Department calls (9-1-1) will not be
impacted. Service calls for emergencies
involving malfunctions of water,
sewer and traffic signals, and City tree
hazards, will be dispatched according
to weekend, after hours, and holiday
schedules.
For a current listing of office hours,
please visit the City of Stockton web
site at www.stocktongov.com/hours.
For questions, contact Connie Cochran,
City of Stockton Public Information
Officer, at (209) 937-8827. 
Saturday, December 6, 2008
5 PM - MIDNIGHT
Downtown Stockton
& Miracle Mile
Tickets at
www.stocktontickets.com
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Shabbir A. Khan, San Joaquin County
Treasurer & Tax Collector, reminds
property owners that the 2008-09
property taxes are due and payable on
November 1, 2008. The first installment
becomes delinquent after December
10, 2008, and the second installment
becomes delinquent after April 10, 2009.
However, both installments may be paid
when the first installment is due. If taxes
are not paid by Wednesday, December
10, 2008 at 5:00 pm, a 10% penalty will
be added. If second installment taxes
are not paid by April 10, 2009, a 10%
penalty and $10.00 cost will be added.
Mr. Khan states that the payments sent
by mail with a postmark of December
10, 2008, or earlier, will be accepted as
timely.
Property tax information may now
be viewed or paid online or by phone.
A convenience fee will be charged by
the company supporting these sites
when paying online or by phone.
The convenience fee is in addition to
the property taxes paid. For online
information, go to the website: www.
sjgov.org/Treasurer. To pay by phone,
dial 1-866-575-5333.
The Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office
is located at 500 East Main Street, at the
corner of Main and California Streets in
Stockton. The Tax Collector’s Office
hours are 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday
through Friday, and the hours will be
extended to 5 pm on December 10,
2008.
Payments made by mail should
be addressed to San Joaquin County
Treasurer-Tax Collector, P.O. Box 2169,
Stockton, CA 95201-2169. 
Celebrate!
Commerce
Celebrate!
Business Briefs • Business Briefs • Business Briefs
Downtown
Stockton
property
owners celebrate the holiday season
with specials for new tenants. With
projects such as the Stockton Marina,
the Stockton Arena and the Banner
Island Ballpark, Downtown Stockton
has become the destination for
entertainment and business.
Cort Companies is offering a free
month of rent with a year lease in Cort
Tower, located at 343 E. Main Street.
The ten story building has furnished and
unfurnished offices as well as a concierge
on the ground floor. For more information
or to view the offices, contact Peggy
Massey at (209) 337-0292 or Mahala
Burns at (209) 235-5231. 
Lee and Associates is offering movein incentives and low lease rates at the
Elks Building at 42 North Sutter Street.
Currently, Café Amore, Subway and
King of Cuts and Apparel are located on
the bottom floor of the Elks Building.
For additional information, contact Joe
Crist at (209) 983-1111. 
located next to Café Amore on Sutter
Street, for promotions and specials for
the holidays. For more information, call
(209) 946-0012. 
Gleason’s Ice Cream on Weber is
located on the east end of the San Joaquin
Regional Transit District building at 447
East Weber Avenue. Gleason’s opened
their second location making it more
M E N ’ S A P PA R E L
!
Sup%eWr oSolaSuliets
100
Super 100’s @ $175.00
Super 110’s @ $185.00
Super 140’s @ $195.00
On selected items
306 E. Main St., Downtown Stockton
(209) 464-6632
The Metro Building. Photo DSA
Street. To schedule to view the interior,
contact Matt Garabedian at (559) 9782241. 
King of Cuts and Apparel, located at 38
North Sutter Street, has opened its doors
in October and offers hair cuts, trendy
clothing and shoes for men and women.
Open Monday through Saturday, 10 am
- 6 pm, the unique shop is designed to
literally outfit customers, from head to
toe. Adam Castanon, owner of King
of Cuts and Apparel finds Downtown
Stockton to be growing and changing
rapidly; he wanted to be a part of the
change and offer more for downtown
visitors and workers. Stop by the store,
Elk’s Building. Photo DSA
The Cort Group is offering rental
rates at $0.99 per square feet and the
first month free with a year lease in the
newly remodeled Metro Building on
the corner of Weber Avenue and Sutter
Louie Alexander’s
King of Cuts. Photo DSA
David & Lucy Welcome You to the
Main Street Mini Mart
348 E. Main St., Downtown Stockton
Gleason’s. Photo DSA
convenient for their returning customers
who work downtown and those who are
looking for a delicious treat. Offering
a full menu of cheeseburgers, fish
fillet sandwiches, chicken sandwiches
and chicken strips, Gleason’s prides
themselves in their fresh, homemade
varieties. For a sweeter treat, customers
can also find milkshakes, cookies,
pastries, and homemade ice cream.
The Weber Avenue location manager,
Heng Lay is excited about being in
Downtown, “We’ve received a great
welcome here; people are happy that
we’re opened, our customers love that
we’re closer to them, and in general,
people seem to really enjoy having us.”
Stop by Gleason’s Monday through
Friday, 6 am - 6:30 pm, Saturdays 8 am
- 5 pm, or call (209) 948-2610 for more
information. 
Women’s Center Collecting
Shoes for “Walk A Mile In Her Shoes
Mon - Fri 9 AM - 4 PM
209-463-1020
DSA 2008
”
On April 18, 2009, the Women’s
Center of San Joaquin County will
host its 2nd Annual Walk a Mile in Her
Shoes® Men’s March at Sherwood Mall.
Participants will complete a mile-long
course in women’s pumps to protest rape,
sexual assault and gender violence.
In preparation for the event, the
Women’s Center is seeking donations
of new and gently used women’s highheeled shoes, sizes 11 and larger, in all
colors and styles. Shoes can be dropped
off at participating Starbucks stores.
(Go to www.womenscenterofsjc.com
for more details). Shoes can also be
dropped of at any of the Women’s
Center’s offices – Stockton (620 N. San
Joaquin St.), Lodi (29 S. Washington
St.), or Tracy (35 E. 10th St., Suite A).
Last year, more than 90 courageous
men literally walked a mile in women’s
shoes to raise awareness and encourage
more men to speak out against rape and
sexual assault. Some of the brave men
included: Andy Prokop (United Way
of San Joaquin County); Wes Rhea
(Stockton Convention and Visitor’s
Bureau); Ed Rodriguez (Division Chief,
Stockton Fire Dept.); Sheriff Steve
Moore (Sheriff’s Department); Robert
Faust (Signature Resources); Steve
Henshaw (Stockton Host Lion’s Club);
Michael Mulvihill (San Joaquin County
District Attorney’s Office); Matt Baker
(Stockton Fire Dept.); Captain Eric
Holman (Sheriff’s Department); Ian
Hill (209 VIBE); and the Delta College
baseball team.
The purpose of the march is to
increase the community’s understanding
about the effects of sexual violence on
victims’ lives by walking a mile in their
shoes. Proceeds from this event will
help to support the Women’s Center’s
sexual assault services.
Visit
www.walkamileinhershoes.
org to learn more about the history
of this march. For more information
about the event, call the Women’s
Center at (209) 941-2611 or visit www.
womenscenterofsjc.com. 
Pier 159
A World of Treasure
A Full Service Boutique
in Downtown Stockton
~ Hand-made Crafts
from Far-off Lands
~ Jewelry, Home Decor, Oils
~ Clothing, Accessories
~ Flowers, Cards
159 N. Hunter St., Stockton, Ca 95202
Open Wed. - Sun.
209.465.1590
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Buy your movie tickets here and receive a GIFT!
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Celebrate!
SportsandRecreation
Stockton Thunder, a Local Community Champion
Stockton Thunder is more than a
great indoor hockey team. They are
also ambassadors of the Stockton
community. The club participates in the
local life through numerous programs.
Thunder mascot, Thor, visits schools
on regular basis and is present at many
local events. Thor will be out at Stockton
Arena on Thanksgiving morning to greet
the runners as they cross the finish line
in the Emergency Food Bank of Greater
Stockton’s Annual “Run & Walk Against
Hunger.” Every participant in the event
will be receiving a voucher good for
the Thunder games on either Friday,
November 28 or Saturday, November
29. Come on out and show your support
in the fight against hunger!
Several Thunder players and Thor
will be appearing at Gymstars in
Stockton, on Monday, December 1st,
from 6:30 pm to 8 pm.
The Stockton Thunder are proud
to announce, in participation with
the Stockton Unified School District,
that every high school senior that
registers for and takes the SAT on
Saturday, December 7, will receive a
voucher good for a ticket to that night’s
Thunder game against the Ontario
Reign!
In an effort to boost SAT registration
figures, the SUSD has agreed to pay for
each student’s registration fee, as well
as Kaplan tutoring for every student.
Come on out and support all of the local
students who have wisely chosen to
“take college by storm.”
Stockton Thunder also offers a variety
of programs like A Stockton Thunder
Academic Recognition Program, meant
to promote the importance of academic
achievement in school and having
positive academic habits by working
with teachers and administrators to create
this incentive program for students or A
Stockton Thunder Student Recognition
Program to recognize students for
accomplishments – big or small.
Contact Jeff Zavatsky at
j z a v a t s k y @ s t ocktonthunder.com
for more information or visit www.
stocktonthunder.com. 
Article based on information from www.
stocktonthunder.com
Thunder Mascot, Thor, is present at many local events. Photo by DSA
Health’s a Kick with the Cougars
Originally designed by Coach Bernie
Lilavois and the Stockton Cougars
Indoor Soccer, Health’s a Kick is part
of the Cougars’ ongoing community
outreach program. The program was
implemented in 2006 and the team has
used it over the years to teach local youth
about health, fitness and education.
Any school can be a part of Health’s
a Kick. Simply call the Cougars’ office
at (209) 373-1550 to set up an outing
at Stockton Arena to watch the Cougars
play. Also, make sure to book your
school’s assembly with the Cougars.
Kids, 12 and under, who would like
to learn more about soccer can join the
Cougar Cubs. Membership is just $15
and includes:
• One (1) General Admission ticket
for home games on December 13,
Cougars vs. Edmonton Drillers, and
January 3, Cougars vs.Calgary United
• Exclusive Tom Cat T-Shirt
• 10% discount on Cougars
merchandise
• Special give-away item at the Kids
Club table at both Cougar Cubs home
games (12/13, 1/3)
• End-of-the-season pizza party with
Cougars players. 
stocktonthunder.com
Ports Spread Holiday Cheer
The Stockton Ports, in partnership
with Conquest Imaging, announced
their 2nd annual Holiday Toy Drive. All
members of the community are invited
to stop by Banner Island Ballpark or
Conquest Imaging to drop off a new and
unwrapped toy by December 18. All
toys will benefit the Mary Graham
Children’s Shelter in Stockton.
The Mary Graham Children’s
Shelter cares for nearly 1,400 of the
most severely abused, abandoned,
and neglected children in San Joaquin
County. The Children have been placed
in protective custody due to neglect,
lack of parental care or supervision,
physical abuse, emotional abuse and
sexual molestation. Some children may
live at the shelter for many months.
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Monetary donations are also
accepted. All monetary donations are tax
deductible and will go to the Neglected
Children’s Trust Fund to benefit foster
children in San Joaquin County.
Ports season ticket holders are
encouraged to bring a donation
to the Ports VIP Holiday Party at
Woodbridge Winery on December 17.
Banner Island Ballpark is located at
404 West Fremont Street, Stockton, and
Conquest Imaging is located at 3728
Imperial Way #B, Stockton.
For more information regarding the
Ports Holiday Toy Drive, contact the
Ports Front Office at (209) 644-1900. 
stocktonthunder.com
Tourism (from page 3)
155,000 overnight stays. This actually
goes against the trend in many cities
across California.
So now, when you drive by that local
hotel, just think of it as an economic
generator for our city. The more cars
in their parking lot, the better it is for
all of us.
Howard Johnson Hotel located Downtow
Stockton on Weber Ave. Photo by DSA
For more information contact Wes
Rhea at (209) 547-2770, call 1-877778-6258 or visit www.visitstockton.
org. 
Stockton Marina Complex Construction Continues
The Stockton Marina Complex,
comprised of permanent wet slips,
guest docks, a dry boat storage and Joan
Darrah Promenade is currently under
construction. The visual evidence of
construction is everywhere along the
Stockton Channel as barges are driving
piles into the water channel bed and
construction vehicles of every kind and
size are digging up and moving dirt
along the future promenade adjacent to
the waterway. Conduit pieces are being
installed along portions of the seawall
in preparation of connecting the water
features to the land. In compliance with
various in-water construction permits,
marine biologists, with binoculars and
notepads in hand, monitor the in-water
construction process. To-date all is going well.
The City of Stockton is going forward
with the construction of the berth covers
on most of the berths. The cover design
matches the band shell structure on
Weber Point. The cover design is unique
and is likely to attract both water and
land side visitors.
The guest dock feature is the core
element of the marina as it will make it
possible for the Stockton Marina to be a
destination for boaters. A total of 1,416
linear feet of guests docks are currently
under construction adjacent to the Arena
on the north shore and adjacent to the
Warehouse building on the south shore.
The City intends to integrate the guest
dock activity into public and business
activity in the downtown area.
The visual evidence of construction of the Marina is everywhere along the Stockton Channel.
Photo by DSA
Expected benefits of this project are:
• A high quality destination for recreational
boating in Downtown Stockton
• Enhanced waterfront promenade for
pedestrians and alternative modes
• Enhanced economic viability of
adjacent properties and businesses
• Further downtown investment
stimulation.
More information about the marina
is available at www.stocktongov.com/
redevelopment/downtownmarina.cfm.
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FARMERS
Manuel Luna
Insurance and Financial Services Agent
445 W. Weber Ave., Ste 225
Stockton, CA 95203
Bus: 209-957-8675
209-483-8674
Fax: 209-957-8653
Lic #0D49260
[email protected]
Securities Offered through
Farmers Financial Solutions, LLC
30801 Agoura Rd., Bldg. 1
Agoura Hills, CA 91301-2054
818-584-0200, Member FINRA & SIPC
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Celebrate!
American
Alfalfa’s Pizza & Deli 63-S
335 E. Weber - 463-0103
Beach Hut Deli 61-N
155 N. Hunter - 469-2488
Bradley’s American Bistro 62-W
116 N. Hunter - 464-1295
A Stockton favorite. Come to simply hang
out at the full bar and listen to live music
on weekends. Or sample their extensive
menu of hot and cold tapas, pizzas, and
such staples as burgers, fries, or panini
sandwiches.
Bud’s Dok Shoon’s 59-S
445 W. Weber - 467-7178
Coco Cafe 89-E
19 S. San Joaquin - 463-6304
Delights Eatery 59-S
445 W. Weber #126 - 462-3401
Hole In The Wall 51-S
225 E. Channel - 944-5585
This downtown landmark is literally a
hole in the wall. Bunny roasts a few whole
turkeys every day, turns them into dozens
of turkey sandwiches on fresh French
Rolls with all the fixin’s and by 3 pm, the
turkeys are gone and so is Bunny.
Downtown Dining
Starbuck’s Coffee 50-S
222 N. El Dorado #C - 463-6177
Paragary’s Bar & Grill 61-W
110 N. El Dorado - 943-1110
Chinese
A wonderful ambiance and impressive view
of the downtown’s waterfront. The menu
offers a delightful selection of California
cuisine items as well as a variety of wines.
Go to see and be seen and enjoy one of the
most upscale restaurants downtown.
Emerald Restaurant 116-E
315 S. Hunter - 942-2221
Cancun 40-S
135 E. Miner - 465-6810
Gan Chy’s 105-W
146 S. Sutter - 462-2641
Casa Flores 62-S
201 E. Weber - 462-2272
Golden Palace 102-W
130 S. El Dorado - 463-5508
A downtown staple. Family owned and
operated, the place offers a warm and
welcoming atmosphere. The lunch special
is a mountain of food for less than $5.
Subway 77-W
46 N. Sutter - 467-7101
The Waterfront Bar & Grill 59-S
445 W. Weber #120 - 466-5687
Coffee & Dessert
Blackwater Café Downtown 89-E
13 S. San Joaquin - 483-7384
Big coffee in a small space. Italian style
espresso bar offers hot and iced espresso,
coffee and tea drinks. Pastries and fresh
fruit smoothies are also on the menu. Plus,
get the psychoanalisis free!
Brew Ha Ha 62-S
231 E. Weber - 466-3120
Cold Stone Creamery 50-S
222 N. El Dorado, #B - 942-2375
John’s Café 89-E
35 S. San Joaquin - 464-5254
Downtown Donuts 63-S
347 E. Weber - 460- 0866
McDonald’s 115-N
322 S. Center - 946-4075
G & J Coffee 90-N
306 E. Main, #220 - 327-3381
Moo Moo’s Burger Barn 50-S
222 N. El Dorado #H - 469-9450
Mr D’s Pizza & Sports Pub 20-N
122 E. Oak - 941-0881
A locals bar housed in the historic
engine and broiler room of Wager
Leather. The “mini” pizza is the perfect
size and comes topped with a mixture
of cheddar and provolone cheeses.
Bring money for the juke box.
King’s House 102-W
104 E. Market - 948-8242
With more than 30 lunch combinations
to choose from, all paired with soup,
rice and chow mein, you’ll be hard
pressed to find more affordable variety
in downtown.
Casual atmosphere and large portions.
Try the amazing Albondigas, a Mexican
meatball soup with veggies and chicken
stock.
Filipino
Foo Lung Deli 87-E
6 W. Main #E,D - 465-6565
Ola’s Exotic Coffee & Tea 5-S
Cesar Chavez Library
605 N. El Dorado - 942-1142
Greek
Greek Food & Pizza Deli 78-N
542 Weber - 644-8198
Yasoo Yani 90-N
326 E. Main - 464-3108
A bohemian Greek restaurant, open since
1975. Their menu ranges from lunch
specials to upscale offerings. Save room
for the Greek desserts!
Cafe Amore Spaghetteria 77-W
40 N Sutter - 462-6811
Serving Tuscan family recipes in a casual
atmosphere by the friendly staff. A perfect
place for a business lunch. Enjoy a glass
of wine from a local boutique winery.
Red Brick Pizza 50-S
222 N. El Dorado #B - 948-1513
Japanese
Atsu 69-S
357 E. Market - 948-5260
Misaki Sushi & Bar 50-S
222 N. El Dorado #M - 547-1288
8
El Zarape 63-S
311 E. Weber - 462-6664
Sun Wong Kee 130-E
333 S. Hunter - 466-8686
Tipanan Asian Cuisine 102-N
126 E. Market - 462-1168
To locate a business on the map (see right), refer to the block number printed next to the
business name; letters printed next to the number mark the north, south, west or east side
of the block.
Chitiva’s Salsa & Sports
Bar & Grill 59-S
445 W. Weber - 941-8605
Irma’s Restaurant 78-N
524 E. Weber - 464-1960
Gleasons’ Ice Cream 64-S
447 E. Weber - 948-2610
Olmost 100%of their coffe is fair trade
and organic from all over the world. 5%
of your purchase goes to the library, 5%
goes to help cure AIDS in Africa.
Café Azteca 79-W
10 N. American - 946-9383
On Lock Sam 118-E
333 S. Sutter - 466-4561
This esteemed restaurant and historic
landmark has been in operation for over
100 years. Some say it is the best Chinese
food restaurant in Northern California.
What visitors will find here are plenty of
good food, stylish surroundings, and an
accommodating staff.
Italian
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Mexican
Quizno’s Subs 90-N
306 E. Main #200-B - 466-6700
Serving the finest sushi and sashimi,
along with creative lunch and dinner
combinations of tempura and teriyaki,
Misaki is more than just a place to eat
– it’s a place to make friends.
A hidden gem with amazing biscuits and
gravy or chili and eggs.
La Terraza 81-S
825 E. Main - 463-6020
Maria’s 102-N
120 E. Market - 464-4135
Mi Ranchito Café 128-E
425 W. Center - 946-9257
Puerto Vallarta 73-E
11 N. Center - 937-0925
Tio Pepe’s II 30-S
135 E. Lindsay - 462-1116
Xochimilco 90-W
36 S. San Joaquin - 462-3784
Soul Food
Driver’s BBQ 92-W
28 S. California - 948-4247
Truly an undiscovered gem offering the
best home-made and affordable food.
One order of chicken and rib lunche with
sides of mashed potatoes or macaroni and
cheese will satisfy a couple. The southern
style catfish filets with a panko style crust
are a must-try.
Thai
Thai Palace 50-S
222 N. El Dorado #D - 464-2999
A family run restaurant offering a full
range of traditional Thai dishes including
delicately flavored Spring Rolls, pungent
Pad Thai, and a variety of creative
vegetarian dishes.
Vietnamese
Le Kim’s 4-E
531 N. Center - 943-0308
25%
Off
Gift Certificates for Merchandise
& Tickets Available!
209.644.1900, 404 W. Fremont St.
Hours: Mon - Fri, 9 am - 5 pm
BREW HA HA
•
31 E. WEBER AVENUE
(209) 466-3120
DELIVERIES, CATERING, MEETING ROOM
MON - FRI 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
20% OFF WITH COUPON
Expires 12/31/08
Prime office suites available at
the newly renovated
Metro Building
Receive one month free rent with
at least one year lease
Immediate parking included with
Holiday Lease Promotion
Matt Garabedian with the Cort Group
(209)469-Cort
The Metro, 347 E. Weber Avenue
30% OFF SELECTED ITEMS
A World of Treasures
Holiday Sale !
Save $20.00 with this coupon
(coupon applicable to every $100.00 you spend)
31 S. San Joaquin Street
Downtown Stockton, 209.463.3250
Stacy Adams
Pre-Christmas Sale
Red’s House of Fashion
235 E. Market St., Stockton
209.430.9669
NOW TAKING HOLIDAY ORDERS
SOUPS & DESSERTS
EGGNOG & GINGERBREAD LATTES
pier 159
Becky’s Ladies’ Fashion
Jewelry, Shoes, Purses, Gifts, Cards
Celebrate the Holidays
with Ports Memorabilia &
Championship Apparel!
• Polynesian Arts, Crafts and Gifts
• Silver, Purses, Betty Boop
– Women and Men‛s Apparel
JFCORT
DONALDSON
• Body CO.
and Burning Oils
• Semi-Precious Stones, Gems
• Flowers and Movie Tickets
• A Full Service Boutique
159 N. Hunter St.
Stockton, CA 95202
209-465-1590
Le Petit Boutique
Celebrate! WINTER HOLIDAYS
Stockton Ports Team
Store Holiday Sale
Order from our winter Stacy Adam’s footwear
catalog through November 29 and receive:
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One Pair for $54.99
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Two Pairs for $99.99
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Three Pairs for $169.99
with
j.f. donaldson
240 n. hunter st., downtown stockton
209-466-4393
first time customer - $24.95 oil change
includes up to 5 qts & standard oil filter plus
7-point courtesy check
returning customer - 10% off all
services & parts
tires - brakes-alignment
•offer valid only with this coupon•
Gleasons’ Premier Ice Cream Co.
Ice Cream Never Tasted So Good
$1.00 off any meal or
$0.99 first scoop of ice cream
(only one scoop per person)
501 N. Sierra Nevada St.
Stockton, CA 95205
447 E. Weber Ave.
Stockton, CA 95202
(209) 941-8166
(209)948-2610
Expires 12/31/08
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Celebrate!
and
Arts
Thursday, November 27, Run and
Walk Against Hunger hosted by the
Emergency Food Bank! The event, a
5K Run or Walk and 10K Run, plus
Events
Friday, December 5, “Under the
Influence” at the Empire Theatre to
benefit downtown! Come see a radical
ski/snowboard film that explores
the limits. Admission includes a
Bear Valley lift vouchers and tons
of freebies. Doors open at 6:15 pm,
first show is 7:15 pm, second show
is 9:15 pm. Purchase tickets at REI
on Pacific and West Robinhood for
$15. ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT
DOWNTOWN STOCKTON! 
Saturday, December 6, Cold
CRAWL beginning at Hotel Stockton
at 5 pm. See page 15 for more info. 
a Kid’s 1/4 Mile Run & Walk is held
at the Stockton Ports Ballpark, on
the fabulous waterfront in Stockton.
Festivities get under way with a 6
to 8:20 am Registration; an 8 am
Kid’s (age 9 & under) 1/4 Mile Run
inside the ballpark; 8:20 am Opening
Ceremonies; 8:30 am Run and Walk
and 10:45 am Closing Ceremonies.
The event starts and finishes at the
Stockton Ports Baseball Park (corner
Fremont and Lincoln Streets in
downtown Stockton). Register at www.
runagainsthunger.org. Participants are
also urged to bring canned foods, paper
and plastic bags. For more information
call at (209) 464-7369. 
Saturday, November 29, Peanuts
at Bat at Cesar Chavez Library! Peanuts
at Bat showcases some of Schulz’s most
memorable baseball-themed comic
strips. Forty-three digital prints from
the original Schulz drawings are on
display, taking the visitor through five
decades of the Peanuts Gang engaged
in America’s pastime. The exhibit will
be open every Saturday in November
from 10 am to 12 pm in the Stewart
Hazelton Meeting Room. In addition
to the open hours, groups of 8 or more
are encouraged to call (209) 937-8261
and schedule private tours, a perfect
outing for any little league team! 
Thursday, December 4, El
Concilio’s Navidad en El Valle! Held
at the Civic Auditorium from 5 to 10
pm, El Concilio’s annual fundraiser
includes live entertainment from a
DJ and a mariachi band, a tamale
dinner, a visit from Santa and the
Raiderettes. Call (209) 644-2636 for
more information. 
Saturday, December 6, Lighted
Boat Parade at Weber Point at 6 pm.
See cover story for more info. 
Saturday, December 6, Free
Family Movie on the first Saturday of
the month at the Cesar Chavez Library!
Check out a book, then catch a movie
at 2 pm! Movies are appropriate for
audiences of all ages and will be shown
in the Stewart-Hazelton Room of the
Library. Refreshments will be served.
For more information, call (209) 9378221 or visit www.stockton.lib.ca.us. 
Wednesday,
December
10,
Extreme Makeover! Cesar Chavez
Library will host the fourth annual
event for men and women wishing to
look their very best for the holiday
season. Ted and Meryl Southern of
Southern Exposure will present hair
and makeup tips and will choose up
to five lucky adult audience members
for a fashion makeover. Haircuts,
styles, and makeup will be featured,
along with yuletide refreshments.
Mary Claire Attebery will present a
special manners program for children.
Table settings, introductions of self
and others, traditional formalities for
meeting and greeting, conversation
techniques, and body language will
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Celebrate!
and
Arts
be discussed during this etiquette
workshop. For more information, call
(209) 937-8221 or visit www.stockton.
lib.ca.us. 
Events
Saturday December 20, Moscow
Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker!
Featuring spectacular sets and
Friday, December 12 & 13, George
Lopez Comedy Show at the Bob Hope
Theater! Intended for mature audience,
it has been a sell-out attraction coast to
coast. Visit www.bobhopetheater.com
to purchase tickets. 
Tue - Fri Lunch, 11 - 2
Sat & Sun, 12 - Closing
Dinner, 5 - 8
Happy Hour, 4 - 7
CLOSED on MONDAY
445 W Weber Ave. #122
Inside The Waterfront Warehouse
Stockton, Ca. 95203
209-941-8605
www.chitiva.net
www.myspace.com/chitiva’s
Celebrate your special
event on the beautiful Delta
Call Liz Chitiva for reservations at 209-969-4291
Friday December 12, Stockton,
the Good, the Bad and the Ugly at
the Tidewater Art Gallery! If you’re
looking for a unique gift for someone
on your holiday gift list, you’ll want to
visit the Tidewater during its December
show and check out the variety of
artwork for sale created by featured
gallery artists. In addition, a “Meetthe-Artists” reception will be held on
Friday, December 12, from 5 - 8 pm
featuring holiday refreshments. Adding
to the festivities, a Christmas tree will
be adorned with a variety of handmade
ornaments created by gallery artists
for sale. Gallery artists will celebrate
Stockton offering works following
the theme “The Good, The Bad, The
Ugly.” The featured exhibit will offer
some very imaginative works by the
artists specially created to follow the
theme. For further information please
visit www.tidewaterartgallery.com. 
Saturday,
December
13,
“Grandpa Santas” help with gift
wrap! It’s the fourth year in a row
that the popular “Grandpa Santas”
offer their handicraft and gift wrap
program at the Library. The annual
“Winter Wraps” program will feature
instruction on how to create holiday
gift wrap using glue, glitter, stamps,
and ribbons - quick, slick and easy tips
for the family. A short story time with
several Grandpa Santas will also be
featured, along with refreshments. For
more information, call (209) 937-8221
(Stockton) or (866) 805-7323 (READ),
or visit www.stockton.lib.ca.us. 
beautifully costumed Russian dancers,
it is an annual treat for the whole
family. Whimsical and imaginative
storytelling blends with the richness
of Russian classical dance to make the
Great Russian Nutcracker a unique
performance not to be missed! Visit
www.bobhopetheatre.com to purchase
tickets. 
Save the Date – St. John’s
Chamber
Orchestra
Festival!
A much-anticipated event on the
Stockton cultural scene will take
place from January 25 to February 1,
2009. The fully professional orchestra
featuring 16 string players and a
variety of winds, brass and percussion
will perfrom compositions by Holst,
Dvorak, Strauss, and Copland. For
more information and to buy tickets,
call (209) 466-6916 or visit www.
stjohnsstockton.org. 
Save the Date – Souper Supper on
Friday February 6! It’s time to mark
your calendars for the annual Souper
Supper & Auction benefit hosted by
downtown Stockton’s Tidewater Art
Center & Gallery. Soup chefs are
checking their recipes for a variety
of hearty soups that will be served
up at this popular fundraiser slated
for Friday, February 6. The annual
benefit begins with soup at 5:30
p.m. and the live auction at 6:30, all
occurring in the banquet hall at the
Scottish Rite Center, located at 33 W.
Alpine Avenue. The evening’s fare
includes eight savory soups, fresh
bread, desserts, and complimentary
wine. Each guest receives a souvenir
pottery soup bowl created by potters
of the gallery. Place your reservation
by calling (209) 463-4033 or visiting
www.tidewaterartgallery.com. 
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Celebrate!
Downtown Events
Celebrate!
This event calendar is a product of the Downtown Stockton Alliance. It is not a complete listing of downtown events. To include your event in this calendar e-mail: [email protected] or call (209) 464-5246.
Stakeholders Are Invited to the
Following Meetings:
November 27
Planning Commission
City Hall, 6:30 pm, (209) 937-8444
December 3
Central Parking District Advisory
Board at CPD Office, 4 pm
For more information (209) 937-7008
November
November 26th
Stockton Thunder Hockey vs
Ontario Reign
Stockton Arena
7 pm - 9 pm
November 27th
Run and Walk Against Hunger
Banner Island Ballpark
Fundraiser, 6 am - Noon
November 28th
Stockton Thunder vs Alaska Aces
Stockton Arena
7:30 pm - 9 pm
November 29th
Peanuts at Bat Comic Strip Exhibit
Cesar Chavez Central Library
Open to public, 10 am - 12 pm
Stockton Thunder vs Fresno Falcons
Stockton Arena
7:30 pm - 9 pm
Chaka Khan in Concert
Bob Hope Theatre
8 pm - 10:30 pm
December
Monday, 1st
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Weber Point Events Center
5:30 pm - 6 pm
Thursday, 4th
Navidad en el Valle: Traditional
Mexican Christmas Dinner
Stockton Civic Memorial Auditorium
5 pm - 10 pm
Friday, 5th
RSC 2008 Holiday
Celebration Lunch
11 am - 2 pm
Cultural Heritage Board
City Council Chambers, 6:15 pm
December 11 & 25
Planning Commission
City Hall, 6:30 pm, (209) 937-8444
January 21
Downtown Stockton Alliance
Board of Directors Meeting
DSA Offices, 4-5 pm, (209) 464-5246
January 21st
Annie - Classic Movie
Bob Hope Theatre, 7:30 pm - 10 pm
December 22
Stockton Arts Commission
Philomathean Club, 5 pm
RSC 2008 Holiday
Celebration Dinner
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Stockton Cougars Indoor Soccer vs
Edmonton Drillers
Stockton Arena
7:15 pm - 9 pm
Dallas Texas Outlaws
Stockton Arena
7:15 pm - 9 pm
Thursday, 18th
Teen Book Club
Free, 4 pm - 6 pm
Saturday, 6th
Delta Reflection Festival of Lights
Stockton Channel at Weber Point
5:30 pm - 7 pm
Together We Praise: Gospel Concert
Bob Hope Theatre
7 pm - 9 pm
Cold Pub Crawl
Various Locations Downtown and
Miracle Mile
$25 - $35, 5 pm - 12 am
Ontario Reign
Stockton Arena, 7:30 pm - 9 pm
Tuesday, 9th
Jingle All the Way
10 am - 1 pm
Wednesday, 10th
Holiday Manners and Makeover
Free, 6 pm - 8 pm
Friday, 12th
Meet the Artist Reception:
“The Good, the Bad and the Ugly”
Tidewater Art Center and Gallery
Open to public, 5 pm - 8 pm
George Lopez Comedy Show
Bob Hope Theatre, 8 pm - 10 pm
Saturday, 13th
Gift Wrapping with Grandpa Santas
George Lopez Comedy Show
Bob Hope Theatre, 5 pm - 7 pm
January 19th
Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
Time TBA
Saturday, 20th
Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian
Nutcracker
Bob Hope Theatre, 3 pm - 4:30 pm
Indoor Soccer: US Open Cup
Sunday, 21st
A Festival of Lessons and Carrols
Church of St. John the Evangelist
Open to Public, 6 pm
Saturday, 27th
Victoria Salmon Kings
Sunday, 28th
Victoria Salmon Kings
Stockton Arena, 4 pm - 6 pm
Wednesday, 31st
Annual New Year’s Eve Party
Chitiva’s Salsa & Sports Bar & Grill
Time TBA
January Highlights
January 3rd
Calgary United
Stockton Arena
7:15 pm - 9 pm
January 25th - February 1st
Annual St. John’s Chamber
Orchestra Festival
Church of St. John the Evangelist
$10, Call for times
January TBA
Children’s Museum’s Snow Storm
Weber Point Park
Free, 1 pm - 4 pm
Ongoing Events
All Month Except Weekends
Art Exhibit
Tidewater Art Gallery
Open to public
10 am - 5 pm
Art Exhibit
San Joaquin Law Library at Kress
Legal Center
Open to public, 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesdays
Hip-Hop Wednesdays
9 pm - 1 am, Until closing
Thursdays
Salsa and Tropical Music
9 pm - Untill Closing
Fridays
Friday Night with D.J. Creation
Bradley’s American Bistro
10 pm - 12 am, Free
Saturdays
Open-Air Asian & Farmers Market
Crosstown Freeway
6 am - 10 am
80’s Night at Bradley’s
Bradley’s American Bistro
Free, 10 pm - 12 am
Sundays
Sunday Salsa at Chitiva’s
7 pm - Until Closing
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Celebrate!
Holidays with
Downtown Churches
The Church
of St. John the Evangelist
316 N. El Dorado Street
(209) 466-6916
www.stjohnsstockton.org
A Festival of Lessons
and Carols, December 21
Confucius Church
212 E. Lafayette Street
(209) 462-6442
Ebenezer African
Methodist Episcopal
Church
132 N. Stanislaus Street
(209) 465-5367
Galatians
Community Church
628 N. Stanislaus Street
(209) 932-0711
Adopt a Family,
December 21
God’s Throne
Baptist Church
405 E. Lindsay Street
(209) 463-6186
House of Grace
523 E. Main Street
(209) 932-1575
www.hortonministries.com
It’s in the House
Ministries
438 S. Sutter Street
(209) 463-4979
Feed the Homeless,
Holiday Meal, December 21
Jesus Saves
Ministries
(209) 463-4979
Christmas Eve Play
perfromed by Kids,
December 24
New Life
Apostolic Church
535 E. Channel Street
(209) 474-1974
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Olivet Missionary
Baptist Church
544 E. Lindsay Street
(209) 941-8754
Pentecostal Church
of Jesus Christ
24 S. Grant Street
(209) 463-1630
Prayer and Praise
Ministry Church
137 E. Washington Street
(209) 472-9060
Restoration for
Life Ministry
610 N. Hunter Street
(209) 463-4500
River of Life
New Creation Church
132 Chun Wah Lane
(209) 463-9911
There Is a Treasure in the
Middle of Downtown
The Church of St. John the
Evangelist is an acoustic marvel with
beautiful stained glass and a presence
of sound that reminds the listener of
great European concert venues. The
building is the perfect size for a feeling
of intimacy and the thrill of being right
inside of the music. Every seat gives
the listener a sense that the music is all
around them. It is quite an experience!
The church located at the corner of
Miner Avenue and El Dorado Street,
was established in 1850, the same year
the city of Stockton was founded. It
is the third oldest parish on the entire
west coast.
St. John’s grew steadily along with
Stockton. The first brick structure was
erected during the 1860s. About 30
years later, it was razed and replaced
by the present cruciform Norman-style
building. The stained glass from above
the altar in the old church was moved to
the new location. It is the oldest stained
glass in the San Joaquin Valley. Over the
years, memorial windows in both the
Victorian style and the older European
style have been gradually added.
At the time when the first church
building was erected, a pipe organ, built
in Boston, was shipped “around the
horn,” through the Golden Gate, and in
to Stockton’s inland port. It is possibly
Stained glass window inside the church. Photo
courtesy of St. John’s
December 21, showcases some of the
loveliest Christmas music ever written
in a wide variety of styles. In the spring
of most years, a Choral Evensong
features one of the true gems of the
Anglican liturgical inheritance. The
Parish’s Filipino-Asian congregation
also has a developing choir specializing
in music from the Renewal and Filipino
folk traditions.
Since the inaugural concert in 2002,
St. Mary’s Church
(209) 948-0661
The Annual Guadalupe
Procession, December 7
The Feast Day of Our
Lady of Guadalupe,
December 11 & 12
“La Pastorela” Dramatic
Presentation in Spanish,
December14
Trinity Lutheran
Church
444 N. American Street
(209) 464-1936
Victory Temple
Ministries
(209) 941-4453
Wings of Healing
840 E. Main Street
(209) 948-5564
View on the Church from the Miner Avenue. Photo by DSA
the oldest pipe organ in Stockton, and
even in the San Joaquin Valley. Over
the years, the original specification
was altered several times, but the great
principals and swell flutes and strings are
the “original equipment.” Since 2002, the
organ has been featured in performances
with the St. John’s Chamber Orchestra,
including works by Hanson, Poulenc,
Rheinberger, and Bossi.
Music is an integral part of the liturgy
at St. John’s. The musical anchor is the
classic Anglican tradition but listeners
can also frequently enjoy the best of
alternative forms. St. John’s Chamber
Orchestra and choir perform several
times a year during public events.
A Festival of Lessons and Carols,
the St. John’s Chamber Orchestra
Festival has been a much-anticipated
event on the Stockton cultural scene.
Founded by a retired University of the
Pacific professor, George Buckbee, the
festival is now led by Paul Kimball. The
fully professional orchestra features 16
string players and a variety of winds,
brass and percussion. The next festival
will be featured from January 25 to
February 1, 2009. To hear samples of
the concerts, log onto www.myspace.
com/stjohnschamberorchestra.
For more information about the
church and the Parish, as well as to
buy tickets to the Chamber Orchestra
Festival, visit www.stjohnsstockton.org
or call (209) 466-6916. 
How Far Can You CRAWL?
Celebrate!
BusinessandFriends
Downtown Meeting
Places and Rentals
Brew Ha Ha
231 E. Weber Avenue
(209) 466-3120
Meeting Room for 25 to 30
Over 250 CRAWLERS enjoyed the Fall CRAWL hosted by Downtown Stockton and Miracle Mile
venues. Photo by DSA
Downtown Stockton and the Miracle
Mile welcome the Cold CRAWL,
Saturday, December 6, 5 pm to midnight.
Thirteen bars and restaurants will open
their doors and offer their finest in
drink and appetizer specials—for 500
CRAWLERS only.
Downtown registration will be 5-8 pm
in the Hotel Stockton featuring Delicato
wine tasting. Miracle Mile registration will
be in the lobby of Faye Spanos Concert
Hall at University of the Pacific, 5-8 pm.
Each registration site is accepting
non-perishable holiday food items
for the Emergency Food Bank, and
unwrapped toys, on behalf of the
second annual Stockton Ports Holiday
Toy Drive, benefiting the Mary Graham
Children’s Shelter.
New to the Cold CRAWL is the
passport program. After Crawlers visit
one location in three areas (Downtown,
Waterfront, Miracle Mile), limited
edition Cold CRAWL merchandise
will be available at the Lexington Plaza
Waterfront Hotel (formerly Sheraton).
Participants are encouraged to
purchase tickets in advance, as the
last two Pub Crawls have sold out.
Designated driver and student tickets
with valid ID are available at discounted
rates. For more information, visit www.
downtownstockton.org, and to purchase
tickets, visit www.stocktontickets.com. 
Family Harvest Church Presents
Christmas Cantada 2008
December 13, 2008 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
at Moss Dale Elementary Gym
Food & clothing give-away, raffle prizes, dramas and music
Special appearance by Gospel artist Ashling Cole and
Brother Michael Mitchell. Hosted by Pastor Tony Silveira
(209) 941-0713
CSU Stanislaus Stockton
Center Conference
Services
612 E. Magnolia Street
(209) 467-5300
www.stocktoncsustan.edu
Goodwill Industries
Corporate Office
129 S. Grant Street
Sally Wooden, (209) 466-2311
Non-profits only
Greater Stockton
Chamber of Commerce
445 W. Weber Avenue, Ste 220
(209) 547-2770
Meeting room for 45
MADRID’S AUTO REPAIR
The Hotel Stockton
Rooftop Terrace
110 E. Weber Avenue
Lynn Harwell, (209) 463-4381
ASE
CERTIFIED
Maria’s Mexican
Restaurant
120 E. Market Street
(209) 464-4135
Meeting room for 100
McFall Center
Senior Service Agency
(209) 466-9524 ext.20
On Lock Sam Restaurant
Ben, (209) 466-4561
The Pythian Knights Hall
134 W. Park Street
(209) 952-6911
San Joaquin County Bar
Association
20 N. Sutter Street, Suite 300
Lena, (209) 948-8637 ext. 13
Free rental for members
Stockton Arena
248 W. Fremont Street
(209) 373-1400
Conference room for 200
Stockton Ports Ballpark
Bullpen & Back Porch
404 W. Fremont Street
Debra Auditor, (209) 644-1900
www.stocktonports.com
Conference room for 20
Tipanan Restaurant
(209) 462-1168
Lexington Plaza
Waterfront Hotel
110 West Fremont Street
Stockton, CA 95202
Alex Munro, (209) 944-1140
www.waterfronthotelstockton.com
Variety of meeting facilities
Spacious Ballroom
Outdoor area for 400
Weber Point Events Center
221 N. Center Street
Dino Leonardi, (209) 937-8958
9.7 acre outdoor venue
Yosemite Club
311 E. Main Street
(209) 926-4863
Members only
DSA 2008
210 N. American St.
Stockton, CA 95202
Monday Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Council of Governments
555 E. Weber Avenue
(209) 468-3913
Gary and Janice Podesto
Impact Teen Center
(209) 937-7170
Meeting room for 25 to 30
455 Brookhurst Blvd., Lathrop
Helping the families of our community
Complete Repair and Service
Foreign and Domestic
Brake, Engine, A/C and Transmission
Civic Memorial Auditorium
525 N. Center Street
Jackie Garcia, (209) 937-8119
[email protected]
Seats 1,000 in Main Hall
Seats 150 in North Hall
Seats 200 in South Hall
Full kitchen
Filipino Plaza
6 W. Main Street, Ste. H
Nancy Ochoa, (209) 466-1416
FREE EVENT
SMOG
CHECK
Cesar Chavez Central
Public Library
(209) 937-8362
Meeting room for 100 (stage)
Masonic Temple
Ken Hall, (209) 465-9084 or
(510) 813-3942
Auditorium (stage) and
Ballroom (stage), Full kitchen
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DOWNTOWN REAL ESTATE
FOR LEASE
27 Hunter Square
5,000 sq. ft.
Lease Price: $5,000/mo
Contact: Jim Martin
Lee & Associates, (209) 983-1111
56 S. Lincoln Street
Office building; 2,798 RSF available
$1.25 NNN ( Tenant pays all
operating expenses)
Building 95% occupied
Contact: Shelly Cannon Keely
CB Richard Ellis, (209) 476-2916
133 E. Miner Avenue
Office/retail use; 3,600 sq. ft.
Contact: Mike Griffin
Coldwell Banker Commercial
The Duncan Company, (209) 466-5311 ext.
223, [email protected]
211 E. Weber Avenue
3 offices, upstairs conference room,
includes kitchenette.
Approx. 1450 sq. ft.
Contact: Craig Moore,
Cell: (209) 639 3238, Office: (209) 466-5135
705 N. Union St.
Light industrial
Approx. building size 1,400 sq.ft.
Lot size approx. 10,000 sq.ft. with
2/two -car garages
Lease: $2,300/month includes building
Lease negotiable
Contact: Anthony M. Budhai, (209) 948-2705
901 E. Miner Avenue
Auto Body Shop; 6,000 sq. ft.
Contact: Patrice Chavez, (209) 808-2161
Bank of America Building
110 E. Weber Avenue
1st floor suite approx. 4,918 sq.ft.
2nd floor suite approx.3,565 sq. ft.
Suite with private elevator and 3 offices
Aggressive lease rate
High exposure location, steps from the
Court House, garage, restaurants
Contact: Wendy L. Coddington,
Colliers International, (209) 475-5112
Cal-Main Building
500 E. Main Street
Offices starting at 488 sf
Rental Rate: $1.25 psf (+PG&E/Janitorial)
SJC Treasurer & Tax Collector
on ground floor; Office suites available
on upper two floors; Great downtown views
Contact: Cort Companies,
Mahala Burns, (209) 235-5231 or
Peggy Massey (209) 337-0292
Cal-Weber Building
Weber Ave. and California St.
Huge open floor plan;
13,000 ft each floor on upper floors
Ground floor vacant restaurant, 3,000 sq.ft.
Mezzanine, 2,500 sq.ft.
Parking lot behind building
Easy Fwy access
Affordable rental rates
229 E. Weber Avenue
Elegant office space available
Various sizes
Contact: Craig Moore,
Cell: (209) 639 3238, Office: (209) 466-5135
336 E. Main Street
(formerly Bert Edises Jewelers)
Retail/Office; Approx. 3,000 sq. ft.
Single story with basement
Contact: Brian Peterson, CB Richard Ellis
(209) 476-2907
421 S. El Dorado Street
Office space; 2,927 sq. ft. total
Lease negotiable; Square footage divisible
Contact: Kristi Rhea
Housing Authority of SJ, (209) 466-3577
630 E. Weber Avenue
Great space for minor auto services,
church, government programs, child care
facility. 5,000 sq. ft. with mezzanine.
Large fully fenced parking lot.
May be divisable. NNN.
Contact: Marisa Hindmarsh,
One Source Commercial, (209) 993-3087
634 E. Main Street
Retail/office, 3-story with full basement,
4,979 each floor;
1st and 2nd floors $0.80 psf:; 3rd floor $0.60 psf
Contact: Violi, (209) 463-6383
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Belding Building
110 N. San Joaquin Street
Prime ground floor retail/office
space at $1.45 - $1.50 psf
Variety of space sizes
Upper floor office spaces at $1.15 psf
Single office to full floor
Building undergoing complete renovation
Reasonable tenant improvements included
Adjacent to two large public parking garages
Mahala Burns (209) 235-5231 or
Historic California Building
Office space starting at 200 sf & up
First month free with 1 yr. lease
Lease rate: $1.10 plus utilities
Seventh floor-2 suites approx. 430 sf
Conference room available to all tenants
Contact: Angie Parham, 209-463-3569
Cassidy’s Building
393 E. Market St., 2nd Fl.
Office space in the heart of downtown
2,500 sq. ft. Five offices, main reception
area, two baths; Close proximity to
parking & freeway access
Lease negotiable
Contact: Tim Cassidy, (209) 462-7593
Council of Governments
555 E. Weber Avenue
10,000 sq.ft. of Class A office space on
3rd floor penthouse, On-site parking
Lease rates psf $1.65; Triple Net $25.00 psf
Tenant Improvement Allowance
Contact: Wendy L. Coddington
Courthouse Plaza
306 E. Main Street
(formerly The Marketplace)
Restaurant space approx.
3,700 sq. ft. fully equipped
500 to 1800 sq. ft. office/retail
at .99 psf plus utilities
for 2nd and 3rd floors
8,000 sq. ft. office space divisible
on lower level at .85 psf
Storage space at .45 psf
Contact: Marisa Hindmarsh, One Source
Commercial, (209) 993-3087
Del Pueblo Building
321 E. Weber Avenue
Completely Renovated
25,000 sq.ft. total building with basement
4 floors/5,000 sq.ft. each floor
Move-in incentives
Lease Price: $1.10 psf upper floors
$1.25 psf ground floor
Contact: Joe Crist, Lee and Associates
(209) 983-1111
Elks Building
42 N. Sutter Street
Newly renovated; various office square
footage; Single suites to full floors
Move-in incentives
Lease rates 90 to 99 cents psf
Tenant pays PG&E and janitorial
(209) 983-1111
Historic Cort Tower
343 E. Main Street
Lease rates $1.15 psf
Furnished suites available
140 - 8,000 sq.ft.
Tenant pays PG&E, owner pays janitorial
Filipino Plaza
6 W. Main Street
1,449 sq. ft.; Restaurant space available
Call for rates
Contact: Nancy Ochoa, (209) 466-1416
DOWNTOWN REAL ESTATE
FOR SALE
Fitzgerald Building
221 N. American Street
5,000 s.f. available
Warehouse wide open space
Includes three offices
Roll up door access to warehouse ( can be
used for parking)
Lease Negotiable
Fremont Park Professional Building
445 N. San Joaquin Street – 2nd Floor
Individual private office space
100 sq.ft. cubicles $150/mo.
Variety of sized office space
Large copy/project area
Seminar meeting area/conference room
Reception area/break room
Contact: Mike Griffin, Coldwell Banker
Commercial The Duncan Company
(209) 466-5311
Historic Hotel Stockton
139 E. Weber Avenue
5,000 sq. ft. retail/office
$2 psf triple net
2,500 sq.ft. office space fully
improved. Ready now.
$1.50 psf modified gross
Contact: Lisa Hodgson, Colliers
International, (209) 475-5100
Pacific State Bank
6 S. El Dorado Street
Class A office space contiguous up
to 10,000 sq.ft.
Suites: 916 sq. ft. to 2,540 sq. ft.
starting lease rates: $1.75 psf per month
Full service gross lease. Features: views
of water and downtown, on site security
Covered parking and more.
Contact: Brian Peterson, CB Richard Ellis
(209) 476-2907
Ruhl Building
527 E. Main Street
Two ground floor suites available
Office/retail space
Rear parking lot with rear entrances
$1.25 psf plus utilities
Sutter Office Center
242 N. Sutter Street
Ground floor lease rates
$1.00 psf depending on location.
99 cents psf for above floors.
Tenant pays tenant improvements.
Contact: Sharlene McLemore, (209) 943-7308
Historic Tretheway Building
231 E. Weber Avenue
Completely renovated office space
Several office spaces available
Lease negotiable
Contact: Craig Moore, owner
Cell: (209) 639 3238, Office: (209) 466-5135
Waterfront Office Towers
501 W. Weber Avenue
Class A office space available
600 sq.ft. high density storage space
on ground floor;
2,000 & 3,000 sq. ft. on 2nd floor
11,300 sq. ft. on 3rd floor
Lease rate: $1.55-$1.65 plus utilities
Contact: Jerry Butterfield, (209) 460-3233
Metro Building
347 E. Weber Avenue
Office space 200-4,000 sq.ft. available on
upper floors; Newly renovated!
$1.00 psf, Lease rates negotiable
Owner pays utilities and janitorial
Waterfront Warehouse
445 W. Weber Avenue
Office/ Retail, Beautiful Waterfront Property
2 spaces available: 1,677 sq.ft. and 1,228 sq.ft.
Call for lease rates
Adobe tile floors, high ceilings,
charming interior
Private gated parking lot, Easy access to I-5
Close to Baseball Stadium, Events Center
and Sheraton Hotel
20 N. California Street
Building size 7,500 sq.ft., three story
Renovated restaurant on ground floor
Sale price: $495,000 includes all kitchen
appliances, equipment and furnishings
Full basement for storage and office use
25 S. Hunter Square
Sale Price $395,000 or
Lease at $0.90 psf (first year)
2,500 sq. ft. ground floor - 2 bathrooms
2,500 sq.ft. basement - 1 bathroom
First year free
Contact: Clem Garcia
Albert Fowler Realty, (408) 293-0720
Sale price: $1.9 million
23,000 + sq. ft.
Ground floor retail
2nd & 3rd floors hotel, 51 units
Contact: Isela Hernandez, (209) 598-6325
235 N. San Joaquin Street
Sale or lease.
Suitable for many uses.
Key downtown location; 14,000 sq.ft.
7,000 sf per floor; $950,000/$67.86 psf;
Private offices/reception area, ADA
restrooms/kitchen area, Open work spaces/
kitchen; Secure parking on 2nd floor.
Contact: Wendy L. Coddington
705 N. Union St.
Sale price: $595,000
Light industrial
Approx. building size 1,400 sq.ft.
Lot size approx. 10,000 sq.ft. with
2/two-car garages
Contact: Anthony M. Budhai, (209) 948-2705
Del Pueblo Building
321 E. Weber Avenue
Sale Price: $1,499,000
Contact: Bert Aranda (510) 538-2097
Elks Building
42 N. Sutter Street
(209) 983-1111
La Estrella
630 E. Main Street
Retail/office; Approx. 15,000 sq.ft./2 floors,
basement sprinklers; open floor space;
New roof; 2nd floor ideal for ballroom.
Sale Price: $995,000; great price at $66 psf
Possible owner finance
Contact: Jimmie Rishwain, (209) 747-7863
Sperry Building
146 Weber Avenue
Sale Price: $795,000
A well known historic buiding
Unobstructed view of the waterfront
One story office building with onsite and
street parking
Contact: Dan Thompson
(209) 955-5590
Legend: psf - per square foot
417 E. Main Street
21,000 sq.ft.; 2-story plus basement
Prime real estate located in the middle of
Stockton’s Downtown
Enterprise/Entertainment district
Remodeled & fully ready to go
Contact: Michael Peterson
Prudential California Realty, (209) 476-4204
Need help selling or leasing your
downtown building? Call Downtown
Stockton Alliance, for a free listing in the
Downtowner at (209) 464-5246 or email
[email protected]. Visit our
web site at www.downtownstockton.org
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DOWNTOWN STOCKTON ALLIANCE SERVICES & UPDATES
Who We Are
Staff Members
Our Mission
To develop, promote and maintain historic Downtown Stockton as a regional
business, cultural and entertainment destination.
Our Goals
To provide advocacy for property and business owners, we host the public policy
committee and engage politicians in the interests of our stakeholders. For more
information, contact Dennis Smallie, Executive Director.
To attract and retain businesses and investors, we provide assistance to start
up/relocated businesses, promote available real estate, provide loan funds and
generate micro enterprise endeavors. For more information, contact Mimi Nguyen,
Economic Development Director.
To market the downtown, we host events and activities, provide the monthly
Downtowner, and work with media to attract visitors and locals. For more
information, contact Emily Baime, Marketing Director.
To increase safety and welcome visitors, we have a staff of hospitality guides, host
historical tours, provide escort services and reach out to the community.
For more information, contact Manuel Laguna, Community Outreach Coordinator.
To maintain Downtown, we remove graffiti, power wash and provide cleaning
services. For more information, contact Paul Villanueba, Maintenance Supervisor.
C O N N E C T I O N S
Downtown Employment
Altamont Commuter Express
and the San Joaquin Regional Rail
Commission will hire Passenger
Services Representatives, Customer
Service Representatives, and members
of the marketing, fiscal, and operations
teams. Apply to April Williams, San
Joaquin Regional Rail Commission
Stockton, CA 95202
1-800-411-RAIL
San Joaquin RTD is always looking
for talented employees. To learn about
the Administrative, Maintenance, and
Transportation positions available,
contact us at www.sanjoaquinRTD.com/
jobs or (209) 948-5566 or at
421 E. Weber Ave., Stockton CA 95202
Waterfront Hotel at Regent Pointe is
looking for candidates in the following
positions: PT Guest Services/ Valet,
PT Servers, Bartenders, and PT & FT
Cooks. Apply by faxing your resume to
(209) 323-3777 or e-mail it to
[email protected].
Graduate Student Projects
San Joaquin Regional Rail
Commission offers Graduate Student
Projects, open until filled. This
Graduate Student Project Program
is designated to support the work of
promising graduate students doing
research related to, or in conjunction
with, transit and/or transportation. The
student will generate a project report,
analysis, product, and/or publishable
paper on a topic demonstrating the
knowledge of several disciplines
related to the improvement of transit,
transportation, and travel/commuting
status of communities
- ACE as an Environmentally
Friendly Agency
- ACE Website Trip Planning Program
Dennis Smallie, Executive Director
[email protected]
Sylwia Lipiec-Qualls, Graphic Design
[email protected]
Emily Baime, Marketing Director
[email protected]
Charisse Lowry, Administration
[email protected]
Mimi Nguyen, Economic Dev. Director
[email protected]
Manuel Laguna, Community Outreach
[email protected]
Mary Moody, Community Outreach Assis.
[email protected]
Jennifer Plassmeyer, Events Coordinator
[email protected]
Paul Villanueba, Maintenance Super.
[email protected]
How to get your news, ads or
events into the Downtowner
News & Events: We’ll happily accept
news for items directly related to
Downtown Stockton. Please submit
a press release with the “what, when,
where, why, how and who” via email
to [email protected].
Photos are also welcome in jpg
format (at 300 DPI). Inclusion and/or
editing of submission is at the sole
discretion of the publisher.
Ads: To reach 12,000 business
professionals and downtown property
and business owners contact us
for our low ad rates. We even have
discounts for downtown businesses!
Deadlines for submissions are by
the 10th of the month prior to the
publication date. For questions
call (209) 464-5246 or visit www.
downtownstockton.org.
Apply at San Joaquin Regional Rail
Commission, Attn: Thomas W. Reeves
Stockton, CA 95202
1-800-411-RAIL, (209) 944-6233 fax
Alternatives
(from page 2)
Downtown Volunteer
Opportunities
Downtown Stockton Alliance is looking
for volunteers to help with a variety of
downtown events.
Call (209) 464-5246 or e-mail
[email protected].
To submit your free listing about
downtown employment or
volunteer opportunities,
contact (209) 464-5246 or
[email protected]
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About half of the employees at the
Alliance are going “green” and it’s
created 15 more parking spaces in
downtown. Though the number doesn’t
seem significant, that’s 15 more visitors
shopping and eating at our downtown
businesses, or 15 more spaces available
for new tenants as they sign leases. Let’s
all do our part to ease the parking issues,
until plans for additional parking are set
in place. Downtown Stockton Alliance
Employees are more than happy to help
with bus schedules or bike routes! 
Sagittarius (Nov 22 -Dec 21)
Happy birthday! This month, you’ll find much
happiness and unity with family and friends.
Be sure to surround yourself with those you
love and you’re guaranteed a great time.
Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19)
You’re probably spending a great deal of
time wrapping things up before you start a
new year for yourself. Be sure to stimulate
your mind and keep yourself busy. It can
be very easy to slip into a void state of
existence.
Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18)
Be careful, this month is likely to sting. Gather
your information before you state your facts.
You’re likely to be easily stirred this month
and there are many who would like to arouse
your emotions and get you going.
Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20)
This will be a great month for you. Your
foggy windshield will clear and goals and
ideas will become more tangible. Make the
best use of this time and reconnect with
those you’ve lost touch with.
Aries (Mar 21 -Apr 19)
You’ll find much relief in this month. Your
environment is more apt to understand you. Be
sure to articulate your ideas and convey your
point of view to those you know can help.
Taurus (Apr 20 - May 20)
This will be a grounding month for you. You
will be able to accomplish anything you put
your mind to. Don’t hesitate to start a new
project at this time especially if it requires team
effort for now is the best time to work together.
Gemini ( May 21 - Jun 21)
You may encounter conflict in your emotions
this month. One side of you will tend to
override the other. Participate in activities that
promote balance for your well being. Talk to a
trusted friend, go for a walk, or write in a diary.
Just remember to keep yourself in check.
Cancer (Jun 22 - Jul 22)
It will be very easy to get sidetracked this
month. You’re likely to get lost in the details
of a situation instead of focusing on your
goals. Don’t get hung up on petty comments
that you may be sensitive to. Now is not the
time to indulge in meaningless emotions.
Leo (Jul 23 - Aug 23)
As much as you would like to be in the
limelight be sure to step back and give
others a chance. Doing so can be far more
rewarding in the long run.
Virgo (Aug 23 - Sep 22)
This influence can bring one of two effects.
You will either hide away and reexamine
yourself in the privacy of your own home or
you will be a very positive influence to those
you encounter if you choose to come out of
your shell. Either one will recycle good energy
back into your life.
Libra (Sep 23 - Oct 23)
Confused yet? This month you’re looking
for a sense of direction. You may have all
the pieces to put the puzzle together but it
is important to get a second opinion to gain
insight to the big picture.
Scorpio (Oct 24 - Nov 21)
You’re probably still recovering from your
birthday month. This month, do reflect on
all that’s happened in the past year. Write
down likes and dislikes and actively pursue
a new direction if you are unhappy with
where you are.
My fiance and I attended the Taste of San Joaquin tonight and it was a
wonderful event! We danced, ate and enjoyed ourselves immensely. Just one
minor suggestion for next year: if you will hold the event in October, please
hold it a bit earlier in the day (let’s say 2-8pm instead). We wanted to stay for
the Great Oglee Moglee Blues Band, but it was already way too cold for us to
stay. Holding the event earlier will, I believe, attract more families and stave
off the cold! In any event, bravo for a job well done!
- Submitted anonomously via internet
Taste of San Joaquin 2009 will be held in August.
Thank you to the restaurants and volunteers who participated in the
STAR Awards.
Volunteers: Grace Alcantar and, from the Assistants League of
Stockton, Coralita Rathaaus and Heidi Cortelya.
Restaurants:
Thank you to the volunteers who participated in the
Taste of San Joaquin.
AIDS Walk of San Joaquin County :
Christine GoForth, Marisol Arellano, Wayne Mock, Rudy Ceja,
Michelle Moreno, Michael Gonzales, Brenda Hagerman, Michael
Young, Daniel Corona, Jennifer Byrd, and Walter Ware
Gospel Center Rescue Mission :
Janice Rearden, Michelle Serado, Shawnette Keeler, Simona Knighton,
Joseph Myron, Michael Young, Benjamin Saffold, Lynn Allen, Uyen Do,
Olivette Butler, Jaclyn Edwards, Jeffrey Rys, and Linda Rys
The first caller with the correct answer
wins. If the prize is not picked up
within 24 hours, it will go to the next
winner.
In each line there is a hidden word and
that word has a connection with the
hidden word below it. The hidden word
can mean the same thing as or be a type
of the next hidden word. The word in
one row also has a different connection
with the word in the following row.
EXFFIGHTOY
SCRAPPEROS
JUJUNKOJOS
SHIPPIESTER
BASENDBALL
Created by Christopher Eley. All rights reserved.
Call Downtown Stockton Alliance at
209.464.5246 AFTER November 27.
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November/December 2008 - Downtown Stockton Alliance

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