Annie Barker • Stocktonia, Author at Stocktonia News

People in movie theatre worker costumes pass out candy outdoors near sparkly decor.

‘Trunk-or-Treat’ events and autumn festivals in San Joaquin County

by Annie Barker • Stocktonia Oct. 12, 2026, 3:49 p.m.Oct. 14, 2026, 12:49 p.m.

There is no shortage of trick-or-treat events in San Joaquin county on the calendar as Halloween approaches.

A man in glasses and overalls hands a set of keys to a woman in a blurred background during an indoor interaction.

Life after lockup: For the formerly incarcerated, a long rebuilding process

Story and photos by Annie Barker • StocktoniaSept. 13, 2026, 6:00 a.m.Sept. 14, 2026, 2:06 p.m.

Smiling performer in a polka-dot dress stands under a spotlight while another performer sits behind her holding a long prop weapon.

Photos: Stockton Civic Theatre goes on the run with ‘Bonnie & Clyde’ musical

Story and photos by Annie Barker • StocktoniaSept. 3, 2026, 3:04 p.m.Sept. 10, 2026, 3:42 p.m.

People look at bouquets of flowers outside.

Photos: Lodi Farmers Market heads for end of season

by Annie Barker • Stocktonia Aug. 15, 2026, 12:00 p.m.Aug. 15, 2026, 11:52 a.m.

A pirate flag blows in the wind over water.

Photos: Scenes from Ephemerisle

by Annie Barker • Stocktonia Aug. 1, 2026, 2:00 a.m.July 31, 2026, 5:39 p.m.

A large and small boat near orange flowers.

Maritime adventure: Stockton Sea Scouts chart their own course

Story and photos by Annie Barker • StocktoniaJuly 23, 2026, 6:00 a.m.July 13, 2026, 2:38 p.m.

A small sailboat named "Abemelia" with four people on board in front of a green, tree-lined shore.

Try a new tack on the Delta waterways with the Stockton Sailing Club

by Chris Woodyard • Stocktonia and Annie Barker • Stocktonia July 19, 2026, 6:00 a.m.July 15, 2026, 11:03 a.m.

People on a wagon train on a highway.

Happy trails: Highway 50 wagon train rides again as ‘Roaring Road’ reenactment turns 77

by Annie Barker • Stocktonia June 10, 2026, 1:17 p.m.June 10, 2026, 1:36 p.m.

People perform at a show singing and playing guitar, bass, and drums.

‘It’s a positive thing’: Into the Hardcore scene of the Central Valley

by Annie Barker • Stocktonia May 31, 2026, 12:36 p.m.June 1, 2026, 2:40 p.m.

The image shows a group of workers sorting cherries in an orchard. In the foreground, lush green leaves partially obscure the view, adding depth to the scene. Centered in the image is a large white plastic bin with several smaller orange trays filled with cherries. A person in a pink hoodie and dark cap sorts cherries into these trays. Another worker, standing beside the bin in a maroon hoodie and cap, observes the process. Additional workers in dark clothing and masks are partially visible behind and near the bins, engaged in similar tasks. Bright sunlight filters through the orchard, highlighting the greenery surrounding the workers.

Lodi Blooms brings ‘the first taste of summer’ to your door

by Annie Barker • Stocktonia May 21, 2026, 6:13 p.m.May 27, 2026, 11:55 a.m.