Lodi Locals
Good morning, Lodi!
There are so many new and fun activities coming to town this week and I can’t be happier about it. If you’ve been itching to get out of the house all winter, this newsletter is especially for you! Bingo, Y2K Trivia, Weekday Cocktail Hours, and more!
In today's Lodi Locals:
Tickets are going fast for goat yoga out at Spenker Family Farm
Fresh picked strawberries on Vine Street that will genuinely change your life
Swim lessons are filling up fast and summer is closer than you think
And if by chance you aren’t staying fully up to date on all things Lodi Locals, check out our Instagram and Facebook for more daily updates!
Let's get into it.
— Kylie Talamantez
Events
Oxford Kitchen Bar
Cocktail Social Hour For Friends | Tuesday, April 7 | 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Start planning your weekday night out at Oxford Kitchen! On Tuesday night, they're offering $4 off on their signature cocktails from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Perfect for that post work pick me up. If you haven't already tried their Oxford Bramble, I highly recommend it. It's the perfect drink for spring and summer as it has notes of blackberry, lavender, and mint. Can it be Tuesday already?
📍 Oxford Kitchen, 110 W Oak Street, Lodi, CA 95240
Oxford Bramble
Goat Yoga | Saturday, April 11 | 10:00 am or 11:00 am
If you haven't stretched out with goats yet, what are you doing? Take a beautiful drive out to Spenker Family Farm and enjoy a guided 45 minute yoga class with the cutest goats I've ever seen. You can choose the 10:00 am class or the 11:00 am class, but tickets are selling out fast which is why this is in Monday's edition. On the off chance that tickets are sold out, don't worry because Goat Yoga season doesn't end until June!
If you have a kiddo who is 11 years old or older, they are more than welcome to come as long as you also accompany them with a ticket as well.
After the class, you'll also be provided with a flight of their signature farmstead cheeses!
📍 Spenker Family Farm, 17291 N DeVries Rd, Lodi CA 95242
Idol Beer Works
IDOL Beer Works BINGO NIGHT | Tuesday, April 7 | 6:00 pm
Come try your luck at bingo night! IDOL Beer Works has hosted this event since December, and it's recurring every Tuesday night until April 28th. Sit down, relax, have a beer, and maybe a taco or burger from Squeeze next door. You'll have a chance at prizes too so bring that good natured competitive spirit!
📍 IDOL Beer Works,100 S Sacramento St Suite A, Lodi, CA 95240
Watering Can In A Pot Workshop | Saturday, April 11 | 10:30 am
If you have a green thumb and want to add some color to your garden, don't miss the "Watering Can In A Pot" event at Star Succulent Nursery this Saturday! This workshop is $55 and includes all materials, expertise, and you get to bring your stunning arrangement home. From what I can tell, you'll be creating a succulent arrangement in a watering can to create an eye catching piece for your yard. Grab your tickets here!
Keep an eye out for the rest of their April workshops in upcoming newsletters!
📍 Star Succulent Nursery, 14447 E Tokay Colony Rd, Lodi, CA 95240
TRIVIA NIGHT AT FIVEWINDOW Beer Co | April 7th | 6:30 pm start
Trivia night is up and running again downtown! If you have gathered random knowledge from scrolling, school, or binge watching Jeopardy, this is for you! The topic for this week is 90s & 2000s NOSTALGIA (if you want bonus points, dress the part!)
For some inspiration, baggy jeans, parachute pants, crop tops, baby tees, tracksuits, and band tees are all great options. Entry is $5 cash or Venmo and you should make your reservation ahead of time online!
📍FIVEWINDOW BEER CO, 9 W Locust Street, Lodi, CA 95240
✨Community Spotlight
🍓Saetern Strawberry Stand
The Saetern Strawberry Stand on Vine Street (off of Lower Sacramento Road) has ruined grocery store strawberries for me forever and I am eternally grateful. The strawberries are freshly picked, deep red all the way through, and taste better than you remember.
We were just given these beauties over the weekend and they were the best compliments to our Easter cheesecake and daily smoothies. Not to mention, our toddler ate 20 of them before we had a chance to take pictures when the carton was completely full. Is anyone else’s kid a berry addict?
Highly recommend getting your strawberries here before the summer season ends!
🏡 Family & Kids Corner
Spring Into Spring | Saturday, April 11 | 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Pack up your family and head to the lake this Saturday for some family fun brought to you by Lodi Public Library’s Director, Jenni Fontanilla. There will be story time and crafts to do. Just bring your chairs, blankets, and anything else you or your little ones may need while out. It's going to be located in the outdoor amphitheater just inside the entrance of the nature trail!
This event is part of Friends of Lodi Lake's new monthly "Second Saturdays at Lodi Lake" program.
📍 Lodi Lake Nature Area Amphitheatre under the Redwood trees, 1101 W. Turner Road Lodi, CA 95242
Free Chess at the Lodi Public Library | Drop In Any Monday | 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
One of Lodi's best kept secrets for families is the free chess program at the public library every Monday afternoon. All ages and all skill levels are welcome, no experience needed. It is a great way to spend a few hours on a weekday, completely free, and your kids might just leave with a new obsession.
📍 Lodi Public Library, 201 W Locust St, Lodi, CA 95240
Youth Swim Lessons at Hutchins Street Square | Tuesdays and Thursdays | Various Times
Before summer gets here and the pools are packed, this is the perfect time to get your kids into swim lessons. The indoor pool at Hutchins Street Square runs group and private lessons at multiple skill levels, from absolute first-timers all the way up to competitive strokes. Register through the city's ActiveNet portal or call the aquatics line at (209) 333-6744 to check availability.
Current Session: April 7 – April 30
Next Session: May 2 – May 28
Pricing (per 8-lesson session) Group Lessons: $75 resident / $82 non-resident Private Lessons: $122 resident / $134 non-resident
📍 Hutchins Street Square, 125 S Hutchins St, Lodi, CA 95240
Try a Class at Impact Sports Center | Flexible Schedule | $20 for Preschool / $25 Ages 5+
Impact Sports Center is worth knowing about if you have active kids who have been curious about gymnastics, tumbling, Ninja Zone, or dance. They offer trial classes at a super approachable price so you can test it out before committing to a full session. Check their schedule online and book a trial class to find out if it clicks.
📍 Impact Sports Center, 1110 W Kettleman Ln STE 7, Lodi, CA 95240
Nature Walks at Lodi Lake Nature Area | Open Daily | Dawn to Dusk
Lodi Lake Nature Area is one of the most underused family spots in the whole city. Shaded trails, wildlife, river views, and that slower pace that kids actually need more than we realize. Pack a lunch, bring the bikes or the stroller, and just wander. Nature docents lead educational programs on river ecology throughout the season too, which is a really cool bonus if you want a more guided experience.
📍 Lodi Lake Nature Area, 1101 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA 95240
🐾 Cutest Pups In Lodi
The pup entries just keep coming and honestly we are not mad about it one bit. This week's batch is giving us everything. Meet Brindle, Louie, Kane, and TJ, your next four Very Important Pups representing Lodi in the best possible way. We are obsessed with every single one of them and we think you will be too.
Brindle, Louie, Kane, and TJ
“Here are our 4 rescues! Brindle pup on the left is Louie, then Kane next to him, TJ in the front and Mrs. Sadie in the back. All 4 have different backgrounds and it’s so amazing how far some have come with trust, loyalty and their unconditional love. Great reminder to always adopt and not shop no matter the age of the dog as these dogs have been the BEST EVER! They all have their own personalities and it’s so fun to watch them all together. We bring the party to the dog park and they all have their favorite friends! Please give a dog in need a chance and adopt your next best fur friend!” - Brindle, Louie, Kane, and TJ’s Human
🎶 LIVE MUSIC | APRIL 2026
FRI • APR 10 Working Class Band (80s Rock) 📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA • 🕕 6–9 PM
SAT • APR 11 Rob Stevenson (Acoustic Rock) 📍 21 N School St, Lodi, CA • 🕠 5:30 PM
SAT • APR 11 Kool Shifters (Multi-Genre) 📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA • 🕔 5–8 PM
SUN • APR 12 William Smith Jr. (Acoustic/Covers) 📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA • 🕐 1–4 PM
FRI • APR 17 Georgetowne Band (Rock/Country) 📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA • 🕕 6–9 PM
SAT • APR 18 The Jebby Trio (Jazz/Blues) 📍 21 N School St, Lodi, CA • 🕠 5:30 PM
SAT • APR 18 Summit Band (Classic Rock) 📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA • 🕔 5–8 PM
SUN • APR 19 William Sconce (Acoustic/Singer-Songwriter) 📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA • 🕐 1–4 PM
SAT • APR 25 Tribal Seeds + Dub Souljah + Amp Melo (Reggae/Hip-Hop) 📍 9 W Locust St, Lodi, CA • 🕟 4:30 PM
WED • APR 29 Wine Down w/ Wilson & Friends 📍 18273 N Lower Sacramento Rd, Lodi, CA • 🕕 6 PM
Thanks for reading! It means more than you know that you take a few minutes out of your day to stay connected with our little corner of the world. See you around Lodi! 🍇
