Sunday, March 14, 2010, is the day this year when we set our clocks forward for one hour.  Don’t worry about that hour you are losing, you will get it back in the fall; just concentrate on the things you can do with that extra hour of sunshine.  You could work on your tan (good luck on that with all that sun screen you have to wear to prevent skin cancer); you could wash the car (never mind we need to conserve water because of the drought); you could mow the grass (not necessary because it died since you didn’t water it because of the drought).  Just forget about doing something productive and stay at the golf course an extra hour, maybe you can improve your game.  Continue Reading »

The “Luck of the Irish” is spilling into the streets of Sacramento.  The biggest Saint Patrick’s Day celebration in Sacramento is a giant block party.  The City of Sacramento will block off L Street between 15^th and 16^th Streets from 9:00AM to 6:00AM the next day, so there will be plenty of room for everyone that wants to be have a few beverages and feel a little Irish.

Last year, nearly 7,000 people showed up for an all-day event that remained festive and safe; with no incidents, thanks to great security and a great crowd. Who knows, maybe this year will be even bigger, so come down to L Street and check out the fun. Continue Reading »

Department of Consumer Affairs Building

Monday, March 8, 2010, from 10:00AM to 2:00PM at the Department of Consumer Affairs, 1625 N. Market Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95834.  Learn to be smart, be safe, and be heard in the California marketplace. Come to this FREE consumer resource fair featuring various consumer protection organizations that are looking out for you. Talk to the experts and obtain free consumer protection brochures and information.  This event is hosted by the California Department of Consumer Affairs.  For more information contact Erica Cano (916) 574-7528.

Remember 1985? New Coke, “We are the World,” and the first Nintendo was released.  Super Mario Bros. is as fun as you remember.  Come to the Franklin Community Library, 10055 Franklin High Road, Elk Grove, CA 95757, on March 13, 2010, at 1:00PM for old-school games played on the Wii. Side ponytail and Doc Martens are optional.

Need help with your mortgage?  Come to Sacramento Convention Center, 1400 J Street - Halls D&E, Sacramento, CA 95814, on Friday, February 26, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.    

Get Help to Save Your Home.  Continue Reading »

Get ready for spring with a visit to the Sacramento Zoo, Land Park Drive & 16th Ave, Sacramento, CA 95822.  Saturday, March 6, 2010, from 9:00AM to 4:00PM your zoo admission is your ticket to the Bloomin’ Crazy Plant Festival and Sale. Continue Reading »

The Best Part is in the Middle

Wednesday…….the day in the middle of the week; this is really a literal translation when you consider Sunday the first day of the week as do most of our calendars.  Or maybe you’re one of the working people who begin their work week on Monday; then Wednesday Continue Reading »

Gravity Slashers is freestyle motocross and with Gravity Slashing tricks like cliffhangers, Sterilizers, Tsunamis, and Hart Attacks.  Fans are sure to be on the edge of their Seats all night.  These feats may sound like accidents waiting to happen, but in reality, they are some of the most astounding aerial acrobatics you’ll ever see. Continue Reading »

February 22-February 28, 2010, is Sacramento Beer Week.  You can go to sacramentobeerweek.com for all the details.  Check the event calendar for daily details including a week long scavenger hunt with great prizes for winning teams.  Learn about Sacramento’s brewing history, beer tasting, food pairing, and participate in more than 200 events.

Experience the best beer from Sacramento, from California and from around the world! Several towns outside of Sacramento are joining the fun, including Davis, Roseville, Folsom, Auburn, Nevada City and beyond, so check to see who is celebrating near you!