Union Congregational Church

Even though you're on the West Coast, there's nothing like the natural spectacle of watching a river run. You can enjoy that beauty thanks to the Calaveras River. This river is situated in the Central Valley and flows roughly southwest for 80 miles from its headwaters in northeast Calaveras County into the San Joaquin River just west of the city of Stockton. The calming sound of the river and the perfect spot for an outdoor picnic awaits just a short drive away.

The love that the two of you have for each other has withstood the test of time, so celebrate that fact by enjoying a bottle of wine that has also been aged to perfection at the Gnekow Family Winery. Plan a romantic date and take a casual tour of the vineyards and wine presses to see how this family tradition has grown into something that has become as tasteful as it is timeless. Don't forget to take home a bottle (or two) before you wind up your visit.

Stockton was once home to a thriving Filipino culture. While many Filipinos still make their home here, the older generation may remember when they were all concentrated in the Little Manila section of the city. Today, only three buildings are still standing from what was once the largest thriving Filipino community in the United States. The stories, struggles, triumphs and contributions of the Filipino culture to Stockton's growth can be traced back here. Take a dramatic tour of the Iloilo Circle, the Dimasalang House and the Daguhoy Lodge, the three remaining structures that preserve the Filipino history quite fittingly.