Wow! Roses are currently in full bloom! Came here right after trying the new coffee shop Hijau…read more It was pretty quiet in the morning around 9am. Feels so nice and looks very nice inside with all different color roses blooming, the dampness of freshly watered plants and lawn, and nice sunshine. Def recommend visiting if u have the chance!

I last visited here 8 years ago, and I was so glad to finally return!…read more The weather was quite hot for July and I worried there might be limited roses left to see, I was gladly surprised, there are so many beautiful varieties of roses blooming absolutely everywhere! The city is doing a fantastic job maintaining the garden. It is such a lovely spot in San Jose!

My absolute ideal day in Santa Cruz would be strolling the Santa Cruz Wharf. Talk about California…read moredreaming. This is it! It feels like home to me. Years of awesome visits to the wharf. Whether it is sunny, foggy, or raining... it is always magical. Each experience offers it's own beauty and is, indeed, a memorable slice of heaven. It boasts the longest wooden pier on the West Coast. Which by the way has been seriously damaged (and fixed) during crazy storms these past few years. Wonderful choices for dining. My favorite is Jack O'neill Restaurant and Lounge which provides not only fabulous food opportunities (casual and fine dining), but affords the best view of the wharf, the famous and iconic SC Boardwalk, and the big, blue, beautiful ocean. There are many great choices on the pier itself to enjoy yummy seafood, (as well as many other menu items) and the unforgettable coastal views. Makai Island... my favorite restaurant/bar on the pier is a must visit! Family friendly and great food in the dining room. But if you do not have the kids take a spin on the revolving bar in the back and just soak in the vibes of a good, strong cocktail and the Pacific Ocean :-)! Right? Fun, tourist shopping too. I am always a "tourist" on the pier. Love spending time crusing the wharf's nice shops when I want a cool SC ball cap or sweat shirt! Like any other popular tourist destination... nothing is cheap. Whether you are Just walking and feeling the ocean breeze, hanging with the large sea lions, watching peeps fishing off the pier, and of course hoping the dedicated surfers catch a wave...it is all good! You can even rent a boat. Everyone is happy on the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf. Especially with an ice cream cone in hand:). So much to explore. #EpicPhotoOpportunitiesToo!

A Walk Down Memory Lane--With Seagulls as Security Guards!…read more There's something special about walking the Municipal Wharf in Santa Cruz, especially when you grew up fishing from this very wharf. For me, this wasn't just another tourist stop--it was a little trip down memory lane. Years ago, I even went scuba diving underneath the wharf. Looking back, I'm not sure what I was thinking! I definitely would not recommend that today. Between boat traffic, fishing lines, and the possibility of getting tangled up in something that you really don't want wrapped around you, it's probably better to enjoy the view from above the water! We had a wonderful time strolling the wharf, visiting the various shops, and talking with the shop owners. Everyone we encountered was kind, friendly, and happy to engage with us. It was also encouraging to see that some areas that used to be pretty dirty have been cleaned up. There's still room for improvement, but overall, it was a pleasant day and a fun way to experience the beach. One area that kept this from being a five-star experience was the ticket booth. The woman working there seemed much more interested in her conversation on her cell phone than in engaging with the people she was serving. A little hospitality goes a long way, especially in a place that welcomes visitors from all over. The Municipal Wharf also gives you a completely different perspective of the Santa Cruz coastline and the area toward the Boardwalk. You get beautiful views of the beach, the water, and all the activity along the shoreline. And then there are the seagulls. Consider them the unofficial security team of the wharf. If you're carrying food, keep your eyes open--and your sandwich even closer! These birds have absolutely no respect for personal property, personal space, or the concept of "I paid for this." All in all, the Municipal Wharf is worth a stroll, especially if you want to see Santa Cruz from a different angle and experience a little history along the way. For me, it was even better because I got to revisit a place connected to some great memories from growing up. Just remember: walk the wharf, enjoy the view, talk to the locals, and leave the scuba gear at home! #YelpElite #SantaCruz #MunicipalWharf #SantaCruzWharf #SantaCruzCalifornia #CaliforniaCoast #BeachDay #SantaCruzBoardwalk #OceanViews #LocalHistory #FamilyMemories #YelpReview #SeagullWatch #CaliforniaAdventures

Nice having a satellite office out here, lots easier than trying to find parking in downtown Oaklandread more

This place is a Godsend! I came here last Friday to get an official copy of my birth certificate…read more Never knew about this satellite office, no more parking fares & visits to Oakland going forward. I came in here at 4:45 and there wasn't a soul in sight. I immediately was able to order my copy of my birth certificate and was gone in 5 minutes. I'll be back anytime I need a document or need to record something with Alameda County.

Great Family-Friendly Ballpark!…read more I highly recommend this stadium if you're looking for a fun experience not too far from the Bay Area. Located in San Jose, California, I came here for a work event and had such a great time with my son. The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. One of the highlights was when they caught a ball from the outfield and handed it to my son--it was such a special moment and something he'll remember! The ballpark is a great place to bring children, with affordable tickets and fun activities for kids before the game even starts. The churros were also amazing, fresh, and definitely worth trying! I also tried the BBQ tri-tip, but unfortunately it was very dry and wasn't my favorite. Overall, the atmosphere, friendly staff, kid-friendly activities, and affordable tickets make this a great family outing. Highly recommend checking it out!

First minor league game and of course it was out of town! We were looking for 4th of July fireworks…read morein the area but didn't want to deal with huge crowds and bad traffic in the bay. Parking is easy. Paid $15 to park in the structure next to the stadium. Getting out of the lot was a bit slow as everyone was leaving but there were guides and moved quickly after a while. We got searched and tickets scanned. For a few dollars, you can practice pitching and hang out in the bounce house. Concession are standard except for the garlic fries and the churros. My goodness, the churro is FRESHLY FRIED! None of that frozen stuff heated in the toaster. These churros were fried! The best part? It was only $5!!! The stadium experience was great! Friendly crowds. The firework show are at the end of the night? Impressive! It blew my expectations away! Definitely worth it if you like baseball and want a fireworks show! We were really happy with our 4th of July experience here!

Since the library has been remodeled, it is a very beautiful building with the latest in modern…read moretechnology as well as an excellent supply of books & magazines. It has great a quiet room that is large & comfortable. The area for children to read is colorful & unusual. Overall, it is a "must visit" place!

The librarians are all very helpful and kind. Even when I go in to use the computers. Just wish the…read morelibrary rules were the same "quietly" as they were years ago! But other than that annoyance, I think it's great! And even free classes for different hobbies or projects.

Tracy is a city I always pass by when I'm going to the South Bay Area from Sacramento or on my way…read morehome. I didn't usually pay much attention to Tracy many years ago. But they're started catching my attention in recent years. The City of Tracy is quietly building up more and more new buildings on both sides of the freeway near I-205. It has many more businesses opened up in Tracy, and lots more people moved to the area. On the other hand, Tracy still gives me the other side of the county and small village feels. They have many almond farms with hundreds or thousands of almond trees everywhere. The flowers are so beautiful in late February and March. The City of Tracy is still in the process of moving more closely with all its neighboring cities in the Bay Area. They built many new shopping centers in the city. Some are pretty good! Some failed. But shopping malls failed and are becoming the new normal after the pandemic now! I hope the City of Tracy will non-stop improving but still be able to keep their county feels.

I just attended the City of Tracy shredding event to help my parents out with years of old papers,…read moresensitive documents, etc. When we got there, there were several cars in front of us. We got into the line at 12:52pm and the event was until 1pm. 4 cars arrived after us and were also in line. Once we got closer to the trucks, there was an elderly woman who seemed to be taking down people's information. She consulted with another older gentleman and told us it was 1pm, the bins were full so they could no longer accept us. I informed her that we were in the line before 1pm. She just said I'm sorry we can't take you. She was polite enough, but I am disappointed with the city. They turned away the cars after us as well. If you have a hard cutoff of 1pm then you need to CLEARLY state that on the website. It just says 9-1pm so presumably arriving in the line to shred by 1pm would be sufficient. They should have accepted the cars who were in line by 1pm and then put up a roadblock sign announcing that the event is over/closed. Also, the bins are not magically full at exactly 1:00pm. If you have a cutoff time, that's fine but don't tell me at 12:59 the bins aren't full but are at 1:00pm. I will look elsewhere to take care of my document shredding needs and will not recommend people to come to the City of Tracy event unless they arrive early in the morning. I don't blame the workers but I am unhappy with the service as we had arrived by 1pm - the stated time - and I may sound entitled, but how many cars, etc. are in line is not my problem. If I have arrived to the venue by the stated time, I expect to receive the service I am there for.

It's kind of confusing because it's labeled as the Santa Clara County Counsel, I do believe this is…read morethe Santa Clara County Administration Building nestled between the County jail and courthouse, though the men's restroom smells of urine. The rest of the building is very clean. This is where the County holds it's board meetings as well as the Valley Transportation Authority Board meetings. Not too much to say other than the building on Yelp should be changed.

it's gotta be a nice place to go since i work here. people aren't stuck up at all unlike some…read moreprivate law firms. but then again i'm the peon in the office so what do i know.

Myself and a group of pilots I fly with were invited to Oakdale Airport this past Saturday…read more(3-16-13) to participate in a Spot Landing contest. The contest, which was hosted by EAA Chapter 90 included a breakfast, the contest and a BBQ lunch. Because of a delay, I didn't make the breakfast but, I heard it was one for the books. I did participate in the landing contest and afterward, enjoyed BBQ'ed hamburgers, hotdogs, chips and sodas while talking with friends and other aviation enthusiast. I had never flown into the Oakdale Airport before but, the folks treated us first class. Leaving me to wonder on my trip home why I have never stopped in when it's only a 20 minute flight away. The airport runway is well maintained. They have a park just off the runway which would play host nicely to a day trip and a planned picnic. As for food outside of the airfield, I couldn't tell you. But being so close to Modesto, I would think there are plenty of places to grub once you've landed.

Madera is a great airport to fly into and out of. The scenery below is awesome and the trek into…read moretown in only three short miles away. If your flying in, don't forget your golf clubs. They have an awesome golf course next door and within walking distance to the airport.