Because of its Central Valley location, Stockton attracts a wide range of business and recreational activities. Arts and cultural activities abound, with opportunities to enjoy a variety of art, music, theatre, dance and literary events, many of which are held at San Joaquin Delta College and University of the Pacific. Major music, museum, ballet, arts and theatre organizations in Stockton, for children and adults, draw audiences and participants from throughout the county.
Activities and social opportunities are abundant for senior citizens. Specially designed travel programs, bowling, golf, dancing, visual and creative arts, exercise classes, educational and instructional programs and more are offered. And of course, dining experiences from fine dining to ethnic faires are available to suit every appetite.
Winter is generally mild with light rain and temperatures seldom below freezing. However, the highest elevation is 32 feet and the lowest is zero. Go to VisitStockton. Haggin Museum. Stockton Arts Commission. Friends of Chamber Music. Stockton Art League. Stockton Chorale. Stockton Civic Theatre. Stockton Symphony Association.
Stockton Portsmen - Barbershop Chorus. The greater Stockton area is served by four school districts with seven high schools, four middle schools and 38 elementary schools. The county boasts of elementary, 17 middle and 21 high schools, plus nine continuation high schools in 15 districts.
Stockton Unified School District. Lodi Unified School District. Lincoln Unified School District. Manteca Unified School District. University of the Pacific. San Joaquin Delta College. Humphreys University. CSU StanislausβStockton. Teachers College of San Joaquin. Cesar Chavez Central Library. Maya Angelou Southeast Branch Library. Margaret Klausner Troke Branch Library. Stribley Micro Library. Fair Oaks Branch Library. Weston Ranch Branch Library. Arnold Rue Micro Library. Van Buskirk Micro Library.
