Recycle Your Christmas Trees

Let's keep those Christmas trees out of landfills. Recycle them for free!

The value of recycling Christmas trees is that they are considered organic waste, which means they can be composted, mulched or even converted into fuel. When mulched, they can be used in landscaping and gardening, or chipped and used for playground material, hiking trails, paths, and walkways. Recycled trees can also be used for beachfront erosion prevention, lake and river shoreline stabilization, and wetland reconstruction. Cool, huh? But the tree is only organic if it’s stripped down to its original form, so please be sure to remove all the lights, ornaments, tinsel, any nails, and the stand.

Free Tree Drop-off Events from Sacramento County Waste Management & Recycling

Limit 5 trees per vehicle*
Please remove ornaments, tinsel, lights, tree stand, nails
Flocked trees will be accepted**

*Loads in excess of 5 trees will only be accepted at: Elder Creek Recovery & Transfer Station, Kiefer Landfill, and the North Area Recovery Station

**Flocked trees are the ones spray painted white for that snow effect. Flocked trees cannot be made into compost due to their chemical content. However, they will be accepted for other uses.

In Sacramento:

Elder Creek Recovery & Transfer Station
8642 Elder Creek Road (Jackson Hwy, south on Florin Perkins Road, left on Elder Creek Road)
8 am - 3 pm, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2
Also accepting trees Dec. 28 - Jan 31, Monday - Friday, 6 am--5 pm; Saturday 6 am - 3 pm; Closed Sundays

Kiefer Landfill
12701 Kiefer Blvd (Jackson Hwy, north on Grant Line Road, right on Kiefer Blvd)
8:30 am - 4 pm, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2

North Area Recovery Station
4450 Roseville Road (Hwy 80, north on Watt Ave, left on Roseville Road, inside Recovery Station)
8 am - 4 pm, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2

SMUD Corporation Yard
6100 Folsom Blvd.
8 am - 3:30 pm, Jan. 2 only

Sacramento Recycling and Transfer Station
8491 Fruitridge Road (Jackson Hwy., south Florin Perkins Road, right on Fruitridge Road)
8 am - 5 pm, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2
Also accepting trees Dec. 28 - Jan. 31, Monday - Saturday, 8 am - 5 pm; Closed Sundays

In Folsom:

Dan Russell Rodeo Arena
Folsom City Park (corner of Natoma and Stafford Streets)
10 am - 4 pm, Jan. 2 and Jan. 9


Click on Flyer below to see full view:




For holiday recycling programs in other counties, visit www.holidayrecycling.com



The following is information from SacramentoPress.com about curbside tree recycling:


Preparing Your Holiday Tree for Recycling

Cut trees longer than 6 feet into 3-foot or shorter pieces.
Remove trees from stands or plastic bags.
Remove ornaments, lights, nails, tinsel and metal rod supports from trees.
Artificial trees will not be accepted.


Containerized Yard Waste Customers

Option 1: After cutting your tree into 3-foot or shorter pieces, place your holiday tree in your yard waste container. Make sure the trimmed pieces fit completely into the container with the lid closed

Option 2: Place your tree out for loose-in-the-street collection by 6:00am on your regular collection day the week of January 11, 2010.

Option 3: Take your holiday tree, free of charge, to one of the drop off events.

Loose-in-the-Street Customers (Does not apply to Containerized Customers)

Place your tree out for loose-in-the-street collection by 6:00am on your regular collection day.


Private Streets and Gated Communities

Residents who do not participate in Lawn and Garden Service are prohibited from placing their holiday tree on any City street. Improper disposal of holiday trees on City streets is considered illegal dumping (a misdemeanor) and is punishable with a fine and jail time.

Option 1: Work with your homeowners association to rent a “debris box” by calling (916) 808-4939. Depending on availability, a debris box may be delivered within two business days (advanced reservations are welcome.).

The debris boxes we have available for rental are:
30 yard: $368.01/week(18’L x 8’W x 6’H)
40 yard: $471.31/week(24’L x 8’W x 6’H)
The debris box will remain on-site for a period of one week. Delivery and collection are included in the cost. It’s that simple!

Option 2: Take your holiday tree, free of charge, to one of the drop off events.

For more information about recycling items from the holiday season, please visit www.cityofsacramento.org.

NEW YEAR'S PLANS?

Carnival at St. Rose is still going on through January 3, 2010 and includes daily carnival games, rides, food, and live entertainment.

Midtown Ice Rink is open through January 18, 2010.

Also ongoing are...

Snow & Lights on the Farm

Theatre of Lights

Holiday Trains / Santa Trains
Sierra Railroad New Year's Eve Train Ride
Sacramento RiverTrain New Year's Eve

NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATIONS!!!

Sacramento New Years Eve Sky Spectacular in Old Sacramento will have TWO shows: an earlier family show at 6:00 pm with live entertainment from the Radio Disney Road Crew, and fireworks at 9:00 pm; and later entertainment with the Jimmy Hendrix Tribute band, other live bands, fire dancers, and a second fireworks show at the stroke of midnight. See schedule of events HERE.


Sheraton Grand: Menage a Trois featuring a Bollywood themed party with hip hop and electronica for $35. Party packages also available that start with dinner, drinks, and your selection of VIP tickets to several Sacramento area nightclub parties, and a room that range from $50 - $300.


The Hilton Hotel in the Arden area will feature their 12th Annual Singels Party with Mercy Me & The Groove Thang, and DJ’s spinning your favorites. Casino, Champagne Fountains, and rooms for overnight stays from $120. Party is $65 ADV and $85 at the door.


V 101.1 Old School R&B New Years Jammin Eve with The SOS Band, One Way with Al Husdon, Kurtis Blow, and DJ Gino.
The Radisson Hotel, 9:00 pm
$67
Party at Crocodiles is $20
Dinner and room packages are also available


The Hyatt Regency hosts a Downtown Countdown in the downstairs lounge with DJ music and champagne tasting for $10. Dinner and overnight packages range from $99.00 – $179.00.


Faces $20 Advance/ $30 Door
Ballon Drop, $1,000 in cash & prizes, Buffet, Go Go Dancers


Vallejo's New Year's Eve Party
Doors open at 9:00 pm
$10 before 10:00 pm
Ols School FUNK, Hip-Hop, & Latin Grooves.
No Sports Wear.
Mature Minded 21+ Welcome, 30 & over Preffered.
$1 Tacos & $3 Domestic Beers all night!


Mother Hips at Marilyns - SOLD OUT!


Sacramento Wine and Nightlife Tours & Meetup.com 2010 New Year's Eve Gala
Elegant Masonic Temple, 9:00 pm
Upscale or Cocktail Attire Requested
$59 & $69 Advance / $79 Door


Resolution 2010 New Year's Eve Bash
921 11th Street
$75 Advance / $100 Door
Visit www.sacnewyears.com for more info


Extraordinary NYE 2010 Celebration at Lounge on 20
$100
More info HERE


Stacey Eakes at Torch Club
9:00 pm
$20


SKYLINE New Year's Eve Party
Esquire Grill
$75 / $125 / $500
More info HERE


Dream Ultra Lounge
New Years Eve Bash 2010 featuring DJ Elements & DJ Victorious
$25 Advance
Open till 3:00 am
More info HERE


The Best and Most Affordable New Year's Eve Party in Sacramento
$25/person or $45/couple and Party back and forth between two (2) seperate themed rooms Room #1: Old School and R&B - Dancing to DJ Clean Cuttz Room #2: Classic Rock and Blues - Live music by "Never Too Late Band" ***ALL PARTY PACKAGES INCLUDE PARTY FAVORS AND A COMPLIMENTARY CHAMPAGNE TOAST!!!***
Tickets & Info HERE


Old Ironsides
Shades of Gray, The Storytellers, & Lite Brite
9:00 pm
$10


Boxing Donkey Irish Pub
Live Music, Great Food & Drinks!
$5 Red Bull Vodkas
$4 Jager Shots
Jamesons Toast at Midnight
NO Cover Charge


New Years Eve at Parlare
Doors open at 7:00 pm
Free Champagne at Midnight
$15 Cover


Beatnik Studios Brazilin NYE Party
$15 If you wear white
$20 If you don’t


Harlow's: Utz and the Shuttlecock’s New Year's Eve Bash!
10:00 pm
$25


Avalon New Year's Eve Celebration
$30
Doors open at 9:00 pm


New Years Eve at MiX Downtown
1531 L St
Doors open at 7pm
VIP Packages available, lease call 916-442-8811 to reserve.
$50 Includes: Entry, party favors, complimentary champagne toast at midnight


NYE Cancer Benefit for All Ages
Twitch Angry, White Minorities, Lycanthrope, Nekrosylum, Prylosis and more!
The Colonial Theatre
8:00 pm
$10


Fox & Goose
The Inversions – Pushtonwanda – Richard March
9:00 pm
No cover!


NYE with DJ Whores at Golden Bear
8:00 pm
$5


New Years Eve 2010 Party Under The Stars
Rocky's 7440 Club
$15 Advance / $20 Door


Sacramento Magazine’s 3rd Anniversary and NYE Party
The Park Ultra Lounge
9:00 pm
$50


Casablanca Beer, Wine & Piano Lounge
Lodi, CA
8pm to 2am


Azukar New Years Eve White Party
$25
Purchase tickets HERE


The Spazmatics Live & DJ Pat Allen at Social Night Club
$50
$99 w/Dinner at Cosmo


Empire Events Center
Annual New Years Eve Ball hosted by Boondock from 102.5 KSFM
Complimentary party favors & champagne
MASSIVE balloon drop!
DJ GI & Junior Fresh
Doors open at 9:00 pm
$25
18 and over


BE SURE TO CHECK OUT HOTEL PACKAGES FOR NEW YEAR'S EVE FROM THE SACRAMENTO CONVENTION & VISITOR'S BUREAU!

Holiday Haps This Weekend: 12/10 - 12/13

So much to do....

State Capitol Tree Lighting Ceremony

Midtown Ice Rink

Carnival at St. Rose

Santa's Toy Shoppe

Snow & Lights on the Farm

Theatre of Lights

Holiday Trains / Santa Trains

Winter Woof Fest

FREE Admission at the Sacramento Zoo

Holiday Theater: The Nutcracker, Santaland Diaries, Scrooge, Spirit of Christmas, Pops 1: Holiday Pops

NEWS 10’s COATS FOR KIDS DRIVE

11th Annual CHiPS for Kids Toy Drive

Where to Find Christmas Trees?

Here's a list of Christmas tree farms & retailers in the Sacramento area. Please feel free to add to the list in the Comments section below this post.


Bambi's Christmas Tree Land
1 South Harding Boulevard
Roseville, CA 95746
916-786-7979


Billy's Farm Fresh Christmas Trees
8430 Dillard Rd.
Wilton, CA 95693
916-687-8354
916-539-7565


Boa Vista Orchards
2952 Carson Road
Placerville, CA 95667
1-866-MtGrown (1-866-684-7696)
530-622-5522


Christmas Tree Vineyard Lodge
38400 Foresthill Road
Foresthill, CA 95631
916-599-0141


Classic Christmas Tree's at Bastiao Farms
3845 El Centro Road
Sacramento, CA 95834
916-416-1133


Christmas Village Inc
878 High Street
Auburn, CA 95603
530-885-9644


Cole's Christmas Tree Farm
6550 Highway 193
Newcastle, CA
916-663-2768


Crystal Creek Tree Farm
2019 Cable Road
Camino, CA
530-644-4647
530-644-7014


Davis Boys Scouts
770 Pole Line Road
Davis, CA 95618


Davis Ranch L. L. C.
13501 Jackson Rd.
Sloughhouse, CA 95683
916-682-2658
www.sloughhousesweetcorn.com


Dell'Osso Family Farm
501 S. Manthey Road
Lathrop, CA 95330
209-982-0833


Dickens Unlimited Christmas Carollers
2963 Cambridge Road
Cameron Park, CA 95682
530-677-4332


The Family Tree
7120 Sierra View Place
Loomis, CA
916-652-5332


Forest Creek Christmas Trees
26801 North Cherokee Lane
Galt, CA 95632
209-368-2440


Gold Trail Christmas Tree Farm
7241 Highway 193
Garden Valley, CA 95633
530-333-4401


Harris Tree Farm
2640 Blair Road
Pollock Pines, CA
530-644-2194


High Sierra Iris Gardens
3710 Hassler Road
Camino, CA
530-642-1222


Hillside Tree Farm
2881 North Canyon Road
Camino, CA
530-621-2053


Jacob Mini Farm
34905 Creeksedge Road
Davis, CA 95616
530-753-3037
530-758-9280


Kenny Harry & Heidi's Christmas Tree Farm
5987 Happy Trail Lane
Garden Valley, CA 95633
530-333-4936


Lamb's Christmas Trees
5790 Rivera Road
Vacaville, CA 95688
707-449-4046


Larry's Produce
4606 Suisun Valley Rd
Fairfield, CA 94534
707-864-8068


Little Bear Creek Tree Farm
960 Meadow Road
Alta, CA
530-389-8989


Meadow Vista Tree Farm
1291 Meadow Vista Road
Meadow Vista, CA
530-878-7210


No'El Christmas Trees
7600 Fairplay Road
Somerset, CA 95684
530-620-4758


Pine Valley Ranch
10680 Kemper Road
Auburn, CA
530-885-3005


Poppy Lane Christmas Farm
12110 Poppy Lane
Auburn, CA 95602
530-885-6988


Rapetti Farms
2585 Fruitridge Road
Camino, CA
530-622-7229


Red Feather Farms
2100 Red Feather Circle
Applegate, CA
530-878-1397

Robert's Christmas Tree Farm
5645 Gilmore Road
Pollock Pines, CA
530-644-2831


Robert's Christmas Tree Farm
2561 Mace Road
Camino, CA
530-644-2831


Santa's Acres
2921 Barkley Road
Camino, CA
530-644-2865


Shiloh Tree Farm
10860 Longview Lane
Auburn, CA
916-663-1650
email: papa-tutu@ncbb.net


Silver Forest Christmas Tree Farm
4041 Rontree Lane
Somerset, CA 95684
530-620-6261


Silveyville Christmas Tree Farm
6208 Silveyville Road
Dixon, CA 95620
707-678-1823
707-678-2304


Snowy Peaks Tree Farm
Foresthill Auburn Road
Foresthill, CA
530-367-3766


Steve's Christmas Trees Inc
Placerville, CA 95667
530-621-0698


The Christmas Shoppe
167 Sacramento Street
Auburn, CA 95603
530-889-9627


The Christmas Tree
5700 Garfield Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95841
916-332-2250


Vierra Farms
8610 Elk Grove Blvd
Elk Grove, CA 95624
916-716-3296

Festival of Trees and Lights

The Third Annual Festival of Trees and Lights will be held on December 4th and 5th at the Westfield Downtown Plaza. All of the proceeds benefit the Cathedral Square Homeless Program. Please be as generous as possible, as the number of homeless individuals in downtown Sacramento is growing. Click on the image below to view full brochure for detailed information.

Festival of Lights - Midtown Sacramento Dec. 5

Festival of Lights Parade in Midtown

Saturday, Dec 5, 2009

Countless lights, floats, marching bands, dance groups, and theme vehicles will entertain thousands of viewers in the newly formed Handle District for the 1st Annual Sacramento Parade of Lights, Saturday, December 5th at 6pm.

The one mile route will begin at 17th and Capitol Street and continue up to 19th Street, over to L Street and continue down L Street to the State Capitol.

THIS IS A FREE EVENT!

Saturday, December 5th
6:00pm
1800 L Street
Sacramento, CA 95811

To participate in the parade, email mba@mbasac.com or call (916) 442-1500.

Stockton Delta Reflections Lighted Boat Parade

Stockton Delta Reflections Lighted Boat Parade

December 5, 2009

Decorated boats come from the Stockton Deep Water Channel and take one time around Mc Leod Lake and return to the Deep Water Channel. This is the 30th annual Lighted Boat Parade and it is a free event sponsored by Marina West Yacht Club. It is a wonderful event to kick off the holiday season and takes place rain or shine! This event is a holiday gift, from Marina West Yacht Club, to the residents of San Joaquin County. Location & Time: The parade usually forms at Light 36 in the Stockton San Joaquin Delta at 5 p.m., reaching Weber Point at approximately 6 p.m.

For more info, visit http://www.stocktongov.com/events/index.cfm

Holiday Haps Calendar

View calendar in it's entirety, by clicking HERE.

"Disyembre Na Naman" A Christmas Concert, Spaghetti Dinner and Fellowship

December 12, 2009 @ 6:00PM

"Disyembre Na Naman"
A Christmas Concert, Spaghetti Dinner and Fellowship
St. Charles Borromeo School Gym
7580 Center Parkway, Sacramento, CA 95823
December 12, 2009 @ 6:00PM
Price: $15.00 (Adult), $5.00 (Children 12 & Under)

Featuring:
The St. Charles Borromeo 5PM Sunday Choir
St. Charles Borromeo Youth Group and Eigth Grade Class of 2010
Bayanihan of Sacramento, USA

For information please call:
Sr. Maria Ruth J. Linaac, RVM (916) 421-7174
Dr. Tony Solomon (916) 682-3382
Erik Pereira (916) 764-8147

Sponsored by Bayanihan of Sacramento, USA and the Philippine National Day Association

Dec. 1, 2009 is World AIDS Day

Events in Sacramento:

Please join us for Sacramento’s World AIDS Day service on Tuesday, December 1st at 6:00 pm at the Reading Entertainment Tower Theater.

Reading Entertainment Tower Theater
2508 Land Park Drive
(off of Broadway)
916-442-4700

Join the Sacramento HIV/AIDS community, your friends and neighbors for a special gathering. Together, we remember those we've lost to HIV/AIDS, examine the present epidemic and explore what our community can do to end new HIV infections in Sacramento in 5 years. Please join us for the Sacramento’s World AIDS Day service.

For more information,please contact:
Jon Benorden, World AIDS Day 2009 Chair
916.914.6246
jbenorden@caresclinic.org

From Outword Magazine:

World AIDS Day Calls for an End to Complacency
The Center for AIDS Research, Education and Services (CARES) is tired of complacency. “With over 4,200 people living with HIV/AIDS in Sacramento County, we cannot afford to treat this disease as if it will disappear on its own,” said Bob Kamrath, Executive Director at CARES.

The Sacramento nonprofit is known as a leader in California for providing easy access to HIV testing, comprehensive clinical services and outreach to those with high risk to HIV. With several other local community groups, CARES is planning a World AIDS Day event on December 1 at the Tower Theatre on Land Park Drive.

Established in 1988 by the World Health Organization, the annual worldwide event brings constructive attention to local governments, faith organizations, community groups and individuals about the disease’s grave threat. This year, local organizers say the event is expected to be bigger than anything in recent memory — due in large part to CARES’ five year initiative to end all new cases of HIV in the region.

“Sacramento’s World AIDS Day is an opportunity for us to very publicly say, ‘No more.’ We must come together as a region to remember friends we have lost, and fight for those who continue to be affected every day,” said Kamrath. “As we embark on our goal to end all new cases of HIV in the region, we ask the community to visibly show their support by attending this important event.”

The 2009 theme, “Past/Present/Future,” will remember individuals lost to the disease, discuss the present epidemic, and focus on ending new HIV infections in the greater Sacramento area. The event will include speeches from Sister Mary Redempta and Dr. Donna DeFreitas. Both speakers will help attendees understand the dire need for more education, particularly in youth populations, and touch on the disproportionate numbers of African-Americans and Hispanics who carry the disease.

Miguel Diaz, an HIV+ community member, will discuss how the disease has changed his life, and how he’s become involved in community advocacy as a result. Through his story, CARES hopes the public will better understand the seriousness of HIV/AIDS in the area. In Sacramento alone, over 20 percent of people who have the disease don’t know that they have it.

During the December 1 event, organizers will be displaying panels from the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, the largest community art project in the world. The panels contain names of people from the Sacramento area who have passed away. There will be a short tutorial about the quilt project, including how to properly read the pieces. Individuals who have lost a loved one to HIV/AIDS are invited to participate in a remembrance ceremony by placing flowers and messages in a special vase.

For more information, please contact Jon Benorden at 916-914-6246 or at jbenorden@caresclinic.org.

Or visit the following web sites:

http://www.caresclinic.org/

http://www.areyouthedifference.org/

Click on flyer below to view full size.

Black Friday 2009

For those of you heading out tonight to wait in line, here are the Black Friday hours of local retailers.

Stockton Sherwood Mall
6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Stockton Weberstown Mall
6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sacramento Downtown Plaza
8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sacramento Arden Fair
6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
JCPenney
4 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sears
5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Macy's
5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Nordstrom
7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Select stores open at midnight on Thanksgiving and remain open until 10 p.m. Friday. For specific stores, visit the mall's Web site.

Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights
5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
JCPenney
4 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Macys
5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Sears
4 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Roseville Galleria
5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
JCPenney
4 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sears
4 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Macy's
5 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Solano Mall in Fairfield
6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

County Club Plaza (Sacramento)
8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Macy's
5 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Modesto Vintage Faire Mall
6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
JCPenney
4 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Sears
4 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Macy's
5 a.m. to 11 p.m.

K-Mart
7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Costco
9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Sam's Club
5 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Kohl's
4 a.m. to midnight

Ross
9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Marshall's
8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Folsom Premium Outlets
Midnight to 10 p.m.

Vacaville Outlets
Midnight to 10 p.m

From KCRA.com
http://www.kcra.com/holidays/21703270/detail.html

Letters from Santa

Surprise your child with a personalized letter from Santa Claus this holiday season. The Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) once again will act as a go-between to you and Mr. Claus. The deadline for registration for the program is December 4, 2009. Letters will be mailed December 11 in order to arrive for your child before Christmas. The cost is $5 per letter. Proceeds support the Operation Clyde Recreation Scholarship Fund for youth.

Click here for the registration form. For more information please call the CSD at 684-7550 or 405-5600.

Breakfast With Santa 12/5/09

Breakfast with Santa
Date: 12/5/2009
Time: 8:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Location: Elk Grove Park, Pavilion

The Holidays are here! Join us as we celebrate the season with a Breakfast with Santa. Each child will have the opportunity to talk with Santa. The Breakfast is co-sponsored by the Pride of Laguna Creek Lions Club.

$5 per person/ Child must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Children under 2 are free with paying adult

Three seating times:
8:00 - 8:45am
9:00 - 9:45am
10:00 - 10:45am

www.yourcsd.com

Free Admission Days at the Sacramento Zoo

ThankZoo: Target Free Admission Day

Friday, November 27 - 10 am to 4 pm

Bring the whole family out to the Sacramento Zoo for Target Free Admission Day! Yes, everyone gets into the Zoo for free all day thanks to Target! ThankZoo also marks the end of our canned food drive benefiting the Sacramento Food Bank and families in need. Please consider bringing a canned food item when you visit the Zoo. The Food Bank especially needs items such as canned soups and fruits, tuna, peanut butter, mac and cheese, ramen and baby formula and cereals. The Marines will also be on-site to kick off our Toys For Tots program where anyone donating a new unwrapped gift receives a free child’s admission ticket to the Sacramento Zoo to use at their convenience.

Holiday Magic: Target Free Admission Day

Saturday, December 12 - 10 am to 4 pm

Why should only humans receive gifts during the holidays? It’s time for Holiday Magic—watch as the animals unwrap their holiday goodies and enjoy free Zoo admission thanks to Target! Please bring a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots, and receive a free child’s admission ticket to the Sacramento Zoo to use at your convenience.

Midtown Ice Rink

Midtown Ice Skating Rink

November 20, 2009 - January 18, 2010

For the first time, Midtown will host an ice skating rink during the 2009-2010 inter season Nov. 20-Jan 18!

The Midtown ice rink is on 20th Street between K Street and J Street, in a street closure extending from K Street to the alley between J and K. The ice rink on K Street in Downtown is cancelled this year due to road construction.

Admission to skate is $8 for adults, $5 for children (12 and under), and $2 for skate rental.

The rink is open to the public 10am-10pm 7 days/week. Please note that rink hours may vary on holidays. The rink is open rain or shine. If a very bad storm is active, the rink may close. Please call 916-752-4644 10am-10pm if you would like to confirm that the rink is open.

Private party bookings are available 6am-10am and 9pm-11pm. Please call 916-442-1500 to reserve.

Convenient parking available at the following locations:

All day, every day: $5 at 1161 20th Street Garage
(enter on 20th between K and L St)

Evenings after 5pm and weekends: $2 at 17th Street East End Garage
(enter on 17th between Capitol Ave and L St)

Evenings after 5pm and weekends:
Parking lots at 2220 J Street, 2220 J Street, 1815 K Street

Visit mbasac.com for more details.

Santa's Toy Shoppe

EVERY WEEKEND IN DECEMBER

Visit Santa's Toy Shoppe and get your picture with Santa in Midtown Sacramento.

Opening day is Saturday November 28.

The Toy Shoppe will be located at 1801 L Street, suite 70. Bring the family and enjoy quiet time as the children gather on an over-sized rug to listen to Santa read stories.

Photos with Santa are also available, with a portion of all proceeds benefiting local charities. The Shoppe is a donation location for the Good Day to Give campaign.

Please contact the MBA office 916-442-1500 if you would like to volunteer in the Toy Shoppe!

Admission is $3 per child (under 12 years old) with a toy donation, or $5 without. Adults accompanying children are free of charge.

Opening weekend:
Sat Nov 28 10am-5pm
Sun Nov 29 10am-4pm

Fri Dec 4 thru Sunday Dec 20 weekend hours:
Fridays 4pm-8pm
Saturdays 10am-5pm
Sundays 10am-4pm

DEC 5 SPECIAL HOURS for "Parade of Lights":
6pm-8pm

Mon Dec 21 thru Wed Dec 23 special hours:
12pm-4pm

You can view a printable calendar by clicking here.

The Carnival at St. Rose

Produced by The Downtown Sacramento Partnership

The Carnival at St. Rose is a 5-week event that will transform St. Rose of Lima Park at 7th & K streets into a festive winter carnival in lieu of the Downtown Holiday Ice Rink in 2009. Due to conflicts in construction schedules with the K Street Streetscape project and renovation of St. Rose of Lima Park, the DSP is taking one year off from producing the ice rink at St. Rose of Lima Park. The DSP plans to resume the holiday tradition in 2010.

The Carnival will open the day after Thanksgiving in time for Westfield’s Annual Tree Lighting and will remain open daily from Noon until 8 p.m. through January 3. Complete with classic carnival games, rides and food vendors, the carnival will bring the holidays to life at 7th & K streets. In the spirit of the season, the carnival will also incorporate live entertainment, a craft fair, charity events and more!

When: Open daily November 27, 2009 through January 3, 2010
Noon - 8 p.m.
Holiday Hours: Christmas Eve: Open Noon - 6 p.m.
Christmas Day: Closed
New Year's Eve: Open Noon - 8 p.m.
New Year's Day: Open Noon - 8 p.m.
Where: St. Rose of Lima Park 7th & K streets
Cost: $7 general admission / $6 for children under 12 and seniors 55 and older
More Info: 916-442-8575 / web site

Nativity Exhibits

The Third Annual Elk Grove Christmas Nativity Exhibit
Friday, December 4th through Sunday, December 6th

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
9910 Bruceville Road Elk Grove, CA 95758

Experience the wonder of Christ’s birth depicted in hundreds of nativities from around the world.

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Come To The Light Live Drive Thru Nativity

December 18th - 20th

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Oakdale Family Church

1700 West F Street

Oakdale, Ca 95361

www.oakfalefamilychurch.com

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The Christmas Story on Walnut: A Live Nativity

Christ the King Lutheran Church, each December, embarks in telling the story of the Lord's birth. While this is the mission of every church, Christ the King Lutheran Church does it a little differently. We tell the story of this great event through a dramatic presentation with lights, sound, music, and actors. Join us for this free outdoor annual tradition that many have come to love on December 18-20, 2009.
For further information, please see ChristTheKingOV.com or call (916) 988-2484.

Dec 18 through Dec 20
7:00pm
Christ the King Lutheran Church
5811 Walnut Ave.
Orangevale, CA 95662
FREE!

Holiday Trains

Sacramento River Train - Sierra Railroad
Woodland, California

Thanksgiving Dinner Train
Avoid the mess and treat your family to a traditional Thanksgiving Supper aboard the Sacramento RiverTrain.
Adult $64 Child $39 (plus service charge & taxes)

Christmas Train
November 28, December 6, 13, 17-23
Woodland, CA

The River Train’s popular Christmas Train is a special treat for children of all ages. Your Christmas journey includes Santa, elves, storytellers, musicians, hot cocoa and cookies. You are welcome to wear your pajamas!! Last year we sold out every train so purchase your desired date in advance.

Adult $31, Child $24

Purchase tickets online HERE.

Trips begin Nov 28 and are offered during the daytime and evening through December 23. Due to frequent sell-outs, we encourage you purchase your desired date in advance. Adult $31, Child $24 You can book your tickets on-line through TicketWeb (see above link), or with our Oakdale Office at 209-848-2100.

When booking your tickets, you can also purchase your $15 copy of Morgan & the Christmas Train, which will be read during storytime.

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Sierra Railroad Dinner Train
Oakdale, California
Christmas Train
Sunday 29 November
Friday 04 December
Sunday 06 December
Thursday 10 December
Sunday 13 December
Tuesday 15 - Tuesday 22 December

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Skunk Train ­
Sierra Railroad
Willits & Fort Bragg, California

Adult $31
Child (3-11) $24

A popular ride with Santa, elves, storyteller, musician, hot cocoa and cookies. Pajamas welcome! Departs Fort Bragg at 4:00 p.m., Willits at 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

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November 27 - 29, 2009

Train Time for Santa at the California State Railroad Museum
With toys, trains and even good ol’ St. Nick, the California State Railroad Museum is sure to capture and spread the spirit of the holidays with visitors of all ages.

“Train Time for Santa” activities which include exploring a variety of model train and toy train layouts on display inside the museum and experiencing festive train rides with Santa aboard his very own steam train. In addition, the museum will host the 13th Annual Toy Train Holiday Show that same three-day weekend--November 27 thru 29--where hobbyists from around the region will proudly display modular and portable toy and model train layouts set up in the Roundhouse surrounded by full size locomotives.

All holiday activities are included with museum admission with the exception of “Train Time with Santa.” Regular museum prices are $9 for adults, $4 for youths ages 6-17, and children 5 and under are free. “Train Time with Santa” ticket prices--which include complimentary admission to the Museum--are $15 for adults, $7 for youths ages 6-17 and children 5 and under are free. Train ride tickets are available on a first come, first served basis and trains depart hourly from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. from the Central Pacific Railroad Freight Depot at Front and “K” Streets in Old Sacramento.

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New Years Eve Express

Thursday, December 31, 2009 8:00pm
Bring in the New Year in style. The trip includes dinner, champagne toast, roses for the ladies, coffee & soda, private tables, live music & party favors. Tickets cost $95 + service charge & taxes.

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Join Santa on Holiday Steam Trains at Railtown 1897 State Historic Park
Jamestown, CA

Santa is taking some time out of his busy schedule to make special appearances at Railtown this holiday season.

Steam-powered trains with Santa aboard will operate over the three-day Thanksgiving Weekend plus Saturday and Sunday, December 19 & 20.

New this year! Santa’s Starlight Express
On one night only, Saturday, November 28th at 5:30 PM, bundle up and join Santa and his musical friends for a lighted Christmas train. This special train, filled with the music and magic of Christmas, will get you in the holiday spirit as you ride along in the lighted train, caroling as you go.

Tickets are $19 for adults, $9 for youth, and free for children 5 and under traveling with an adult. (Advanced tickets are recommended for all riders, as space is limited. Reservations can be made by calling 209-984-3953).

Santa by Daylight
Steam-powered Santa’s Express Trains also continue this year during daylight hours, on November 27th, 28th, & 29th, and December 19th & 20th. Trains run each day at 11, 12, 1, 2 & 3pm. Santa will be on board to greet visitors, and will be accompanied by Railtown’s Roving Fiddler, Dave Rainwater. Ticket prices are $13 for adults, $6 for youth, and free for children 5 and under. Tickets are available at the depot.

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Napa Valley Wine Train
Napa, California

Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 26, 2009. Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal on board the Napa Valley Wine Train prepared by our world-class Executive Chef Kelly Macdonald. The turkey is always perfect.

7 Courses of Christmas
Thursday, December 17, 2009. On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me "7 Courses of Christmas." Executive Chef Kelly Macdonald gets to spread his holiday wings and provide a wonderful feast to honor this spiritual time of year.

Santa Trains
December 14th, 15th, 16th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, and 24th, 2009. The every popular, ever enthusiastic, and ever enjoyable Santa Trains. Santa visits all the good little boys and girls with his entourage of elves and holiday characters. These trains sell out VERY early. Please reserve in advance.

New Year's Eve
December 31, 2009. Beautiful oysters, caviar, and sparkling wine reception kick off the elegant five course gourmet dinner on the train, while the wonderful band back at the station entices everyone to shimmy in the New Year. It's our Roaring 20th Anniversary

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Holidays on the Farm Presents: Snow Mountain

Holidays on the Farm Presents: Snow Mountain
Open Nov 21st through Feb 28th



Dell'Osso Family Farm
26 W. Stewart Rd.
Lathrop, CA 95330

Snow on the Farm
Snow Mountain is a 30-foot high hill located on the edge of a cornfield complete with a 200 foot drop coupled with a 100 foot run to allow people to ride inner tubes on manmade snow. Each session includes 90 minutes of unlimited snow tubing and you can add the discounted Zip Line upgrade for even more action!

90 Minute Tubing Session $15.00
Zip Line Ticket Upgrade $9.00

Santa Claus and his reindeer will be staying at the farm and all kids, young and old, are invited to pick their favorite tree, make a wreath or ornament, and take a magical drive through the lights!

Lights on the Farm
Drive through a magical mile of lights, a spectacular display of holiday spirit. This drive through light show attraction features 240 different lighted displays and an amazing 200 foot long light tunnel. Stay in your car or join us on a hayride or the Dell'Osso Express Train. Come celebrate the season with the largest ever farm light show in Northern California.

Santa's Village
Photos with Santa, live reindeer, ornament making, wreath making, fresh cut Christmas trees, train rides, and more!

Visit http://www.holidaysonthefarm.com/ for all the details!

Holiday Events in Sacramento THANKSGIVING WEEKEND 11/25 - 11/29

WED, November 25th

Theatre of Lights in Old Sacramento
Theatre of Lights
Light-and-Sound Extravaganza
Story-telling by Mark Twain
Outdoor theatre at its best!
November 25 - January 3
6:30 and 8:00pm shows
Front and K Street, meet at the tree!

A symphony of lights, sounds and visual effects will take you back to a time when the beloved poem “The Night Before Christmas” was first introduced in Sacramento in 1857. Start a new holiday tradition with this fantastic display of holiday story-telling at its best.

The inaugural night will take place on November 25 in conjunction with the annual Old Sacramento Tree Lighting at 6 pm at Front and K Streets. Two 10-minute light shows will run throughout the holiday season Thursdays through Sundays at 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm.Please consider parking in the Old Sacramento garage on I Street or the Tower garage. Click here to download parking map.

For more information, call (916) 442-8575.Check out other Christmas Light events in the Sacramento area: Click Here

THURS, November 26th, Thanksgiving Day

Run to Feed the Hungry THANKSGIVING DAY in Sacramento
The race starts on Thanksgiving Morning, November 26, just West of the entrance to the Sacramento State campus and runs through East Sacramento. Rain or Shine!

There will be 2 separate start times.
Timed 10k Runners Only - 8:45 a.m. Please arrive early!
Timed 5k Runners Only - 9:05 am
All Untimed 5k Fun Run/Walkers - to follow behind 5k start.

Race Day Registration
7:30 a.m. until 9:00
Register online HERE

Adults: $35
Children (15 & under): $20
Teams Members: $50

For more info, click HERE.

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Folsom Turkey Trot

5K Run/Walk &
10K Run

Folsom Parkway Trails (Corner of Blue Ravine and N. Parkway Dr.)
Thanksgiving Morning
November 26, 2009
10K at 8:50 am
5K at 9:05 am
Rain or Shine!

Registration Fee: $25
Entry fee includes a t-shirt to the first 3,500 people to register.

As of 11/19 there are 2,000 people registered.More info, visit http://www.folsomturkeytrot.com/page.asp?id=28

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5th Annual Run and Walk Against Hunger
Stockton, CA

5K/3.1 Mile Run & Walk
10K/6.2 Mile Run
1/4 Mile Kid’s Run
(for Kids 9 and under)

Starts at Stockton Arena, Finishes INSIDE the scenic Stockton Ports Ballpark 404 W. Fremont (at Lincoln St.)Downtown Stockton Waterfront.

Join 3,000 runners and walkers, burn calories, have a great time on the scenic Stockton waterfront, and help raise money for holiday nutrition programs of the Emergency Food Bank!

Schedule
8:00 AM, Kids 1/4 Mile Run
8:20 AM, Opening Ceremony
8:30 AM, 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run and Team 5 K Run
10:30 AM (approx.), Awards and Closing Ceremony.

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Restaurants in Sacramento Serving Thanksgiving Dinner

Click HERE for a list of Sacramento area restaurants serving Thanksgiving meals, including buffets, river cruises, and FREE meals!

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November 27 - 29, 2009
Train Time for Santa at the California State Railroad Museum

With toys, trains and even good ol’ St. Nick, the California State Railroad Museum is sure to capture and spread the spirit of the holidays with visitors of all ages.

“Train Time for Santa” activities which include exploring a variety of model train and toy train layouts on display inside the museum and experiencing festive train rides with Santa aboard his very own steam train. In addition, the museum will host the 13th Annual Toy Train Holiday Show that same three-day weekend--November 27 thru 29--where hobbyists from around the region will proudly display modular and portable toy and model train layouts set up in the Roundhouse surrounded by full size locomotives.

All holiday activities are included with museum admission with the exception of “Train Time with Santa.” Regular museum prices are $9 for adults, $4 for youths ages 6-17, and children 5 and under are free. “Train Time with Santa” ticket prices--which include complimentary admission to the Museum--are $15 for adults, $7 for youths ages 6-17 and children 5 and under are free. Train ride tickets are available on a first come, first served basis and trains depart hourly from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. from the Central Pacific Railroad Freight Depot at Front and “K” Streets in Old Sacramento.

Click HERE for more Holiday Train rides.

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SAT, November 28th

27th Annual Sacramento Santa Parade 11/28/09
Saturday, November 28, 2009
10:00 am
Beginning at 9th & I Streets

You may remember, in 2008, the parade was canceled due to lack of funding. Thanks to Mayor Kevin Johnson, who donated $20,000 from money left over from his inauguration account, the parade was saved is ready to roll again this weekend, the Saturday after Thanksgiving.

The parade will feature colorful holiday floats, marching bands, horses, clowns, and a special visit from Santa Claus. It will begin at Ninth and I streets and travel through downtown Sacramento, heading east on I Street to 13th street, south on 13th Street near the Convention Center, west on L Street, and north on Seventh Street. It will disband at Seventh and K streets. Announcers will be located on I Street between Ninth and 10th and at 11th and L streets.

Enjoy live children’s entertainment before the parade and lots of fun for the whole family! Bring some chairs and find a spot for you and your family anywhere along the parade route.

The parade brings more than 25,000 spectators to downtown Sacramento, so arrive early and plan accordningly.

To see photos from last year's parade, courtesy of KCRA, click HERE.

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Santa Toy Shoppe
Opening Day is Saturday, November 28, 2009
Click HERE for printable calendar.

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22nd Annual Dickens Faire

Saturday, November 28, 2009
In Historic Old Town Elk Grove
8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The Old Town Dickens Faire is the traditional start of the Elk Grove Yuletide Season with entertainers and merchants appearing in mid-19th century costumes. Stroll through Old Town and explore local shops, craft and vendor booths, dine alfresco and mingle with friends and neighbors.

Snow Park, Carriage Rides, Pancake Breakfast, Pony Rides, Pictures with Santa, SRA Can Tree, Parade of Lights (6:30 PM), and Tree Lighting Ceremony (Following parade).

Elk Grove Boulevard will be closed between School Street and Elk Grove-Florin Road for this event. We encourage you to park in one of the locations listed below and take e-tran to the Dickens Faire.

Kerr Middle School - 8865 Elk Grove Blvd.
Colton Insurance - 8837 Elk Grove Blvd.
Bel Air Market - 8787 Elk Grove Blvd.
Community Services District - 8820 Elk Grove Blvd.
Hmong Church - 9131 Locust Street
Bel Air Market - 9435 Elk Grove Blvd. (behind store)

Dickens Fair Online Flyer

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Holiday Craft Faire
Friday & Saturday, November 27th & 28th
9:00 – 4:00
9509 Grasmeer Way, Elk Grove
Handcrafted items, including scaves, hats, slippers, jewelry, purses, baby blankets, even something for your pet.

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Crocker Art Museum Holiday Art & Craft Festival
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 1-7 PM
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 10 AM-5 PM
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 10 AM-4 PM
FREE TO MEMBERS, $6 ADULTS, $3 CHILDREN
SCOTTISH RITE CENTER, 6151 H STREET
FREE PARKING
Web Site

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Indian Arts and Crafts Fair
Friday, Nov 27 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
California State Indian Museum
2618 K St.
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 324-0971

Native artisans come from all over California to participate in this annual event. Enjoy shopping for artwork, jewelry, hand crafted dolls, soapstone & elkhorn carvings, decorated gourds, ornaments and much more - just in time for the holidays.

$ 4.00 - Adults (18 & Older)
$ 3.00 - Youth (6 - 17)
Free - Children (5 & Under)

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35th Annual Sonora Christmas Craft and Music Festival
November 27, 28 & 29, 2009
Open 10am to 5pm daily
Rain or Shine
Admission: $7 for Adults, $5 for Seniors, Children 12 and under FREE
Parking is $2 at the Fairgrounds
Held at Sonora's Mother Lode FairgroundsFor more information call (209)533-3473
http://fireonthemountain.com/son.html

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Country Christmas Faire
Nevada County Fairgrounds
11228 McCourtney Road
Grass Valley, CA 95949
530-273-6217

Friday, Nov. 27, 2009
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Begin your holiday season with a small-town glimpse of Christmas at the 25th annual Country Christmas Faire. Rated as one of the top handcrafted shows in Northern California, the Faire features unique gifts from more than 100 top artisans. Visitors will enjoy strolling live entertainment, festival foods, Santa and his elves, and a community bon-fire


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2nd Annual Christmas in the Pines Craft Show
Pollock Pines-Camino Community Center
2675 Sanders Dr., Pollock Pines
November 28, 2009 9-3pm
Photos with Santa; kids crafting corner; raffles, soup bar and student bake sale fundraiser. Quality crafters selling candles, soap, aprons, quilts, jewelry, watercolors, ceramics, ornaments & more.
530-344-7011
bmcaskin@comcast.net

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The 2009 Holiday Shop Elk Grove Kick-Off will be on Saturday November 28th. For more information, make sure to visit ShopElkGrove.com.

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SUN, November 29th

33rd Annual Original Sacramento Toy Run

This is the Original State Capitol Toy Run. This year it is being held at the Sacarmento 6 Drive-in off HWY 50 and Bradshaw. The Marines Toys For Tots Foundation distribute the toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in our community.All motorcycles will leave on a pack ride at noon.

Sunday, 29 November 2009
9:00 - 5:00
Sacramento 6 Drive-In
9616 Oates Road off HWY 50 and Bradshaw
Sacramento, CA
More info, click HERE.

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ONGOING

Midtown Ice Rink
November 20, 2009 - January 18, 2010

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KCRA 3 and the California Highway Patrol present:The 11th Annual CHiPS for Kids Toy Drive

Bring a new, unwrapped toy to any participating school, CHP location, the Elk Grove Automall, Big Valley Ford, or other participating locations between Nov. 23rd and Dec. 20th. The toys will be delivered to hospitalized and disadvantaged children just in time for the holidays.

You can also join KCRA 3 and the California Highway Patrol and drop off your toy any time from 4:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 4th at the main gate of Cal Expo.

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Sacramento Zoo's November Canned Food Drive
Daily in November - 10 am to 4 pm

Bring a canned food item or other non-perishable item when you visit the Zoo and recieve $1 off your Zoo admission! Donations benefit the Sacramento Food Bank and families in need. The Food Bank especially needs items such as canned soups and fruits, tuna, peanut butter, mac and cheese, ramen and baby formula and cereals.

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Say Thank You! Xerox will mail & print cards to soldiers in Iraq for all major upcoming holidays. Visit http://letssaythanks.com/Home1280.html for all the details.

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Holiday Theater

A Tuna Christmas
By Jaston Williams, Joe Sears, Ed Howard
Directed by Julie Anchor

Thomi's Cafe & Bakery
(209) 257-0800
627 S State Highway 49, Jackson, CA 95642

Runs from Friday Nov. 6 through Saturday, November 28

Purchase tickets online HERE

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November 27, 2009 - December 27, 2009

Santaland Diaries By David Sedaris - Adapted by Joe Mantello

Delta King Hotel
1000 Front St.
Sacramento, CA 95814
(800) 825-5464

A sardonic, merrily subversive tale, David Sedaris' humorous and acerbic account of working as an elf at Macy's in Manhattan has become an 'anti-holiday' cult classic.

“…laced with priceless observations, both outrageous and subtle.” – NY TimesTicket

Prices: $13.00 - $31.00
Purchase tickets online HERE.

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November 28, 2009
Todd Productions presents: Christmas in My Hometown

Kick off the holiday season with a variety show sure to please the whole family. Featuring Ron George, Eddy "K" Ka'anoi, Emily Cribb, The Sylvan Singers and Tintinnabulist English Handbell Choir, The Honey Bee Trio, Zach & Aaron George, Megan Hicks and The Dixon Dance Company.

Saturday, November 28, 2009
7:00 pm
Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre
1010 Ulatis Drive
Vacaville, CA 95687
Box Office: (707) 449-6217

Tickets:$20.00-$25.00

Purchase tickets online HERE

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Click HERE for more upcoming Holiday Theater haps.

27th Annual Sacramento Santa Parade 11/28/09

Saturday, November 28, 2009
10:00 am
Beginning at 9th & I Streets

You may remember, in 2008, the parade was canceled due to lack of funding. Thanks to Mayor Kevin Johnson, who donated $20,000 from money left over from his inauguration account, the parade was saved is ready to roll again this weekend, the Saturday after Thanksgiving.

The parade will feature colorful holiday floats, marching bands, horses, clowns, and a special visit from Santa Claus. It will begin at Ninth and I streets and travel through downtown Sacramento, heading east on I Street to 13th street, south on 13th Street near the Convention Center, west on L Street, and north on Seventh Street. It will disband at Seventh and K streets. Announcers will be located on I Street between Ninth and 10th and at 11th and L streets.

Enjoy live children’s entertainment before the parade and lots of fun for the whole family! Bring some chairs and find a spot for you and your family anywhere along the parade route.

The parade brings more than 25,000 spectators to downtown Sacramento, so arrive early and plan accordningly.

See photos from last year's parade, courtesy of KCRA, click HERE.

Chipotle Holiday Fundraiser TODAY 11/23/09

Chipotle Fundraiser to benefit Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services

Monday, November 23rd
3:00pm - 8:00pm
Any Sacramento Area Chipotle

Show us this flyer and 50% of proceeds benefit Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services.

Click on image below to see printable flyer.

St. Patrick's School 2010 Crab & Shrimp Feed

St. Patrick's School 2010 Crab & Shrimp Feed

Friday, February 5, 2010
6:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Monsignor Kavanagh Center
5905 Franklin Blvd
Sarcamento, CA 95824

Enjoy a FULL 7-Course Meal:
Salad
Antipasto
Clam Chowder
Garlic Bread
Pasta
Shrimp
Crab

RAFFLE PRIZES * FULL BAR * DANCING

Tickets are $40 per person and can be purchased St. Patrick's school, in the main office.

Call 916-421-4963 for more info.

Click on flyer below to view larger image.

47th ANNUAL Christmas Breakfast Fundraiser @ Candy Cane Land

Saturday, December 5, 2009

47th ANNUAL Christmas Breakfast Fundraiser @ Candy Cane Land

Silent Auction / Raffle / Baked Delights / Music

Loomis Basin Congregational United Church of Christ
6440 King Road
Loomis, CA
Saturday, December 5, 2009
7:30AM - 11:30AM

Donations:
Adult $ 6.50
Children (5-17 years) $4.00
Children under 5 eat free!!

For more info, contact Diana Madoshi (916) 652-6011
www.loomisucc.org

Holiday Events THIS Weekend 11/20 - 11/22

Click on links for more info

BLOOM Christmas Boutique

22nd Annual Davis Turkey Trot

7th Annual Santa Claus Toy Run

Food Drive at Walker Chiropractic

Sacramento Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show

For complete list of holiday fairs/expos on Holiday Haps this weekend visit this link.

Elk Grove Police Department K9 Unit Holiday Fundraiser
Your dog can get a photo with Santa!

Visit this link for other pet-friendly holiday events.

Sacramento Thanksgiving Buffet Cruise

Take the stress out of Thanksgiving this year by eliminating the work and just enjoying the company of friends and family. Enjoy a festive Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings aboard this special cruise. And best of all, we'll do all the dishes! Price includes two and a half hour cruise, meal service and service charge. Beverage service is additional on board.

The cruise is on 11/26/2009 and leaves at 3:30 PM.
Departing from L Street Dock @ 1206 Front St.
Boarding begins at 3:15 PM.

Tickets
General: $74.46*
Senior 55+/Military (Must Show ID At Boarding): $67.81*
Children (Ages 4-12): $47.88*
*Gratuity/Service additional on the majority of our cruises. Tax Additional.

For more info visit www.hornblower.com

CHECK OUT OTHER LOCAL PLACES TO DINE ON THANKSGIVING, CLICK HERE!

NEWS 10’s COATS FOR KIDS DRIVE

Each year News10, working with The Salvation Army, Swanson's Cleaners, and Gottschalk’s collects thousands of new and used winter coats. The coats are sorted and cleaned by Swanson's Cleaners in the Sacramento area, and various other cleaners in the San Joaquin and Stanislaus area. After cleaning, the coats are distributed to needy families throughout the News10 viewing area. Special emphasis is placed on making sure that every child has an adequate coat.

Coats can be donated until December 18, 2009, at any of the locations listed here, or at any of these events. <--Click on links to see lists.

Coats will be distributed by The Salvation Army on December 30, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (or until all coats are gone) at Cal Expo in Sacramento and at The Salvation Army locations in Antioch, Fairfield, Lodi, Modesto, Roseville, Stockton and Yuba City.

For more info on this great event, including deals and discounts from local merchants for donating coats, visit News 10's Coats for Kids Drive page.

REMEMBER, both new and gently used coats are welcome. Used coats do not have to be freshly cleaned; Swanson's Cleaners will clean the coats. All sizes are welcome, but children's coats are in particularly short demand.

CHECK OUT OTHER "DRIVES" IN THE AREA, CLICK HERE!

11th Annual CHiPS for Kids Toy Drive

KCRA 3 and the California Highway Patrol invite you to support the 11th Annual CHiPS for Kids Toy Drive.


Bring a new, unwrapped toy to any participating school, CHP location, the Elk Grove Automall, Big Valley Ford, or other participating locations between Nov. 23rd and Dec. 20th. The toys will be delivered to hospitalized and disadvantaged children just in time for the holidays.

You can also join KCRA 3 and the California Highway Patrol and drop off your toy any time from 4:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 4th at the main gate of Cal Expo.

Info taken from KCRA's web site.

CHECK OUT OTHER "DRIVES" IN THE AREA, CLICK HERE!

Turkey Runs, Food Drives, and Toy Runs/Drives!

Turkey Runs

22nd Annual Davis Turkey Trot
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Civic Center Field

Fees vary depending on the race and registration date. Please visit the Davis Turkey Trot web site for details.

There are 9 different races to accomodate people of all ages and athletic abilities, beginning between 8am and 11:45am. Click HERE for details.

All events start and finish at Civic Center Field in Davis, located on B Street near the interssection of B Street and 6th Street.

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Run to Feed the Hungry THANKSGIVING DAY in Sacramento

The race starts on Thanksgiving Morning, November 26, just West of the entrance to the Sacramento State campus and runs through East Sacramento. Rain or Shine!

There will be 2 separate start times.
Timed 10k Runners Only - 8:45 a.m. Please arrive early!
Timed 5k Runners Only - 9:05 am
All Untimed 5k Fun Run/Walkers - to follow behind 5k start.

Race Day Registration
7:30 a.m. until 9:00
Register online HERE

Adults: $35
Children (15 & under): $20
Teams Members: $50

For more info, click HERE.

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Folsom Turkey Trot

5K Run/Walk & 10K Run
Folsom Parkway Trails (Corner of Blue Ravine and N. Parkway Dr.)
Thanksgiving Morning
November 26, 2009
10K at 8:50 am
5K at 9:05 am
Rain or Shine!

Registration Fee: $25
Entry fee includes a t-shirt to the first 3,500 people to register. As of 11/19 there are 2,000 people registered.

More info, visit http://www.folsomturkeytrot.com/page.asp?id=28

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5th Annual Run and Walk Against Hunger
Stockton, CA

5K/3.1 Mile Run & Walk
10K/6.2 Mile Run
1/4 Mile Kid’s Run
(for Kids 9 and under)

Starts at Stockton Arena, Finishes INSIDE the scenic Stockton Ports Ballpark 404 W. Fremont (at Lincoln St.)Downtown Stockton Waterfront.

Join 3,000 runners and walkers, burn calories, have a great time on the scenic Stockton waterfront, and help raise money for holiday nutrition programs of the Emergency Food Bank!

Schedule
8:00 AM, Kids 1/4 Mile Run
8:20 AM, Opening Ceremony
8:30 AM, 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run and Team 5 K Run
10:30 AM (approx.), Awards and Closing Ceremony.

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Toy Drives & Toy Runs

Renegade Classic Sacramento and Cache Creek Casino present the 7th Annual Santa Claus Toy Run in Sacramento on Saturday, November 21st 2009.

This run beneftis local charities of Northern California that provide toys for underpriviledged children during the holiday season.

November 21, 2009
Rides Leaves to Yolo County at 11am
Party - 12pm - 4pm

YOU DONATE:
1 NEW unwrapped Toy and $20

YOU GET:
Breakfast, Run T-Shirt, Run Pin, Buffet Lunch, Live Music, Vendors, Raffles, and more!

Last year we had over 2,500 bikers. It was a great party for a worthy cause!

More info: www.renegadeevents.com/toyrun-sac/sac-toyrun.html

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33rd Annual Original Sacramento Toy Run
This is the Original State Capitol Toy Run. This year it is being held at the Sacarmento 6 Drive-in off HWY 50 and Bradshaw. The Marines Toys For Tots Foundation distribute the toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in our community.

All motorcycles will leave on a pack ride at noon.

Sunday, 29 November 2009
09:00 - 5:00
Sacramento 6 Drive-in
9616 Oates Road off HWY 50 and Bradshaw
Sacramento, CA

More info, click HERE.

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KCRA 3 and the California Highway Patrol present:
The 11th Annual CHiPS for Kids Toy Drive

Bring a new, unwrapped toy to any participating school, CHP location, the Elk Grove Automall, Big Valley Ford, or other participating locations between Nov. 23rd and Dec. 20th. The toys will be delivered to hospitalized and disadvantaged children just in time for the holidays.

You can also join KCRA 3 and the California Highway Patrol and drop off your toy any time from 4:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 4th at the main gate of Cal Expo.

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Skoglund Family Toy Drive
Drop off toys Saturday December 12, 2009, between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM at 10455 Investment Circle Rancho Cordova CA 95670 (Cross Street Folsom Bvld).

More info HERE.

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Food Drives

Sacramento Zoo's November Canned Food Drive
Daily in November - 10 am to 4 pm
Bring a canned food item or other non-perishable item when you visit the Zoo and recieve $1 off your Zoo admission! Donations benefit the Sacramento Food Bank and families in need. The Food Bank especially needs items such as canned soups and fruits, tuna, peanut butter, mac and cheese, ramen and baby formula and cereals.

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CalWORKs Cares Food, Toy & Clothes Drive
2009 CalWORKs Cares Food, Toy & Clothes Drive is collecting food, toys and clothes to give to students and their families on Monday, December 7, 2009.

Donations can be made through November 19th at:
3835 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95822

Arrangements can be made for pick up service.

Contact Veronika Kolesnikov at kolesnv@scc.losrios.edu or 916-650-2771 for more info.

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Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services and KCRA 3 present The 2nd Annual Turkey Drive 3000
Friday, November 20th
4:30am to 7:00pm
Corner of 3rd Avenue and 33rd Street in Oak Park - just follow the signs!

If you are unable to join us on November 20th, we are accepting donations of
turkeys and other holiday fi xin’s now through the end of the year!
Please visit http://www.sacramentofoodbank.org/ or call (916) 456-1980 for more information.

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Food Drive at Walker Chiropractic, Sports Physician
Saturday, November 21st
9am-2pm
4441 Auburn Blvd, Suite O
Sacramento, CA 95841
(916) 484-1661
walkerchiropractic@prodigy.net

More info from Sacramento News 10

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Chipotle Fundraiser to benefit Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services

Monday, November 23rd
3:00pm - 8:00pm
Any Sacramento Area Chipotle
Show us this flyer and 50% of proceeds benefit Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services.

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Other "Drives"

News 10's Coats for Kids Drive

Both new and gently used coats are welcome. Used coats do not have to be freshly cleaned; Swanson's Cleaners will clean the coats. All sizes are welcome, but children's coats are in particularly short demand.

Coats can be donated until December 18, 2009, at any of the locations listed here, or at any of these events. <--Click on links to see lists.

Coats will be distributed by The Salvation Army on December 30, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (or until all coats are gone) at Cal Expo in Sacramento and at The Salvation Army locations in Antioch, Fairfield, Lodi, Modesto, Roseville, Stockton and Yuba City.

For more info on this great event, including deals and discounts from local merchants for donating coats, visit News 10's Coats for Kids Drive page.

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Know of any others? Please let us know! Leave your comments below.

Happy Holidays!

The Nutcracker in Sacramento

The Nutcracker
Community Center Theater
1301 L St, Sacramento

The Sacramento Ballet celebrates the 500th performance of Ron Cunningham's dazzling production of The Nutcracker!

Performances:
Thursday, December 10, 10:00am (Student Matinee: Sold Out)
Friday, December 11, 7:00pm (Opening Night)
Saturday, December 12, 2:00pm & 7:00pm
Sunday, December 13, 1:00pm (Sweet Sunday)
Friday, December 18, 7:00pm
Saturday, December 19, 2:00pm & 7:00pm
Sunday, December 20, 1:00pm & 5:00pm
Tuesday, December 22, 1:00pm & 5:00pm
Wednesday, December 23, 1:00pm & 5:00pm

Tickets Prices
Adults: $15.00 - $68.00
Children: $15.00 - $31.00

Sweet Sunday Performance (Meet & Greet w/cast)
Adults: $75.00
Children: $37.50

Tp purchase tickets:
Call: 916-808-5181 (Mon-Sat, 10am - 5pm)
Walk Up: 1301 L Street, Sacramento CA 95814
Online: http://www.tickets.com/browse.cgi?pgid=2000507 (additional convenience fees apply)

For more info, please visit http://www.sacballet.org/index.php/season/306/

For more holiday theater in the Sacramento area CLICK HERE!

Holiday Haps For Your Pets!

NOVEMBER 16, 2009
Thanksgiving Meals for Dogs

Oven Roasted Skinless Turkey
Steamed Green Beans
Steamed Sweet Potatoes
Apple Bread Stuffing
Pumpkin Pie Pudding


ALL MEALS ARE DOG SAFE, NO ADDED SUGAR, NO ADDED SALT, LOW IN FAT, NO UNFRIENDLY SPICES, AND EACH MEAL WEIGHS ONE POUND.

Feel free to call 916-601-3584, visit http://www.vibrapet.com/, or find us on facebook for more information.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2009
Elk Grove Police Department K9 Unit Holiday Fundraiser
A Holiday Party for People & Dogs!!
6:30 pm
Franklin Ranch Pet Hospital & Hotel
10207 Franklin Blvd., Elk Grove

Food, Wine & Holiday Cheer
K9 Demonstrations, Raffles, Pet Photos with Santa & More!

Proceeds benefit the Elk Grove Police Department K9 Unit/Association

Special Hors D'Ourves & Drink Just for Your Furry Friends!

Doggie gets bored? Want your hands free to enjoy your own food & wine?
Check your dog into the Franklin Ranch Pet Hotel for some "Play" time.

Purchase tickets online at http://www.egpdk9event.com/

Dogs must be current on all vaccinations. Vaccinations will be verified!
Dogs must be leashed and remain in control at all times in the party area.

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DECEMBER 6, 2009
Grand Reopening of Aunt Cynthia's Bed and Biscuit Inn & Picture Day with Santa
3190 Swetzer Road, Loomis, CA 95650
1:00 pm

Take doggy portraits with Santa, shop pet vendors for holiday gift ideas, enter the doggy holiday costume contest, have an opportunity to help A Chance For Bliss Animal Sanctuary, and check out the Grand Reopening of Aunty Cynthias Bed and Biscuit Inn!

More Info: http://www.auntcynthiasbnb.com/

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DECEMBER 6, 2009
Santa Paws
Mercer Veterinary Clinic for the Homeless
Arden Animal Hospital
1823 Fulton Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95825
916-485-5412
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Contact Helen Wang at petvet416@gmail.com or 408-470-9422

Professional Holiday Pet Photos with Santa Claus
Donations: $20 for picture or CD

Donations Support Mercer Veterinary Clinic for the Homeless, a non-profit organization run by UC Davis veterinary students which
provides veterinary care to the pets of Sacramento’s homeless.

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DECEMBER 12, 2009
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Cordova Recreation Park District
2197 Chase Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
916-362-1841 x20

"Gone To The Dogs!" presents its third annual "Winter Woof Fest!". For $7, dogs can have their photo taken with Santa. For an additional fee, the photo can be printed onto a t-shirt onsite. There will also be vendors, a silent auction and various items for sale including t-shirts. All proceeds benefit the Cordova Recreation Park District's first off leash dog park. Vendors are welcome for $25, or $15 if a silent auction item is donated.

Price: $7.00
Phone: (916) 206-6128

Holiday Theater in the Sacramento Area

November 13, 2009 - November 21, 2009

Irving Berlin's White Christmas, The Musical
Hiram Johnson High School Auditorium
6879 14th Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95820
Based on the beloved, timeless Paramount Pictures film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features twenty-five Irving Berlin songs and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake. The dazzling score features well known standards including Blue Skies, I Love A Piano, How Deep Is the Ocean and the perennial favorite, White Christmas.

Performance Schedule:
Friday, November 13, 2009
7:30 PM
Saturday, November 14, 2009
1:30 PM
7:30 PM
Friday, November 20, 2009
7:30 PM
Saturday, November 21, 2009
1:30 PM
7:30 PM

$15 adults, $10 children, students and seniors. General Seating.

Tickets can be purchased at the RCTC box office (cash or check only, no credit cards) up to one hour prior to each performance. OR, buy tickets online using your major credit card and the secure services of PayPal!

Purchase ten or more tickets in a single order
and receive $1.00 off per ticket.

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A Tuna Christmas
By Jaston Williams, Joe Sears, Ed Howard
Directed by Julie Anchor

Thomi's Cafe & Bakery
(209) 257-0800
627 S State Highway 49, Jackson, CA 95642

Runs from Friday Nov. 6 through Saturday, November 28

Purchase tickets online HERE

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>Theatre of Lights in Old Sacramento
Theatre of Lights
Light-and-Sound Extravaganza
Story-telling by Mark Twain
Outdoor theatre at its best!
November 25 - January 3
6:30 and 8:00pm shows
Front and K Street, meet at the tree!

A symphony of lights, sounds and visual effects will take you back to a time when the beloved poem “The Night Before Christmas” was first introduced in Sacramento in 1857. Start a new holiday tradition with this fantastic display of holiday story-telling at its best.

The inaugural night will take place on November 25 in conjunction with the annual Old Sacramento Tree Lighting at 6 pm at Front and K Streets. Two 10-minute light shows will run throughout the holiday season Thursdays through Sundays at 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm.Please consider parking in the Old Sacramento garage on I Street or the Tower garage. Click here to download parking map.

For more information, call (916) 442-8575.Check out other Christmas Light events in the Sacramento area: Click Here

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November 27, 2009 - December 27, 2009

Santaland Diaries
By David Sedaris - Adapted by Joe Mantello

Delta King Hotel
1000 Front St.
Sacramento, CA 95814
(800) 825-5464

A sardonic, merrily subversive tale, David Sedaris' humorous and acerbic account of working as an elf at Macy's in Manhattan has become an 'anti-holiday' cult classic.

“…laced with priceless observations, both outrageous and subtle.” – NY Times

Ticket Prices:
$13.00 - $31.00

Purchase tickets online HERE.

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54th Annual Singing Christmas Tree
This Sacramento holiday event seen by over 30,000 people annually, has become a treasured holiday tradition for many families in the Capital City area and throughout Northern California. This year’s presentation is entitled “Christmas Fantasy!”

Tickets are on sale NOW! Prices range from $5-$25. There are special discounted performances for children and seniors, and wheelchair access can be secured if requested when tickets are purchased. Interpretation for the hearing impaired is offered at both Sunday evening performances. For more information, please call (916) 856-5604 or visit www.sct.cc.

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November 28, 2009

Todd Productions presents: Christmas in My Hometown

Kick off the holiday season with a variety show sure to please the whole family. Featuring Ron George, Eddy "K" Ka'anoi, Emily Cribb, The Sylvan Singers and Tintinnabulist English Handbell Choir, The Honey Bee Trio, Zach & Aaron George, Megan Hicks and The Dixon Dance Company.

Saturday, November 28, 2009
7:00 pm
Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre
1010 Ulatis Drive
Vacaville, CA 95687
Box Office: (707) 449-6217

Tickets:
$20.00-$25.00

Purchase tickets online HERE

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December 4, 2009 - December 5, 2009

On Stage Vacaville presents:

The United States Air Force Band of the Golden West Holiday Concert

What better way to experience the holidays than with the talented members of the Band of the Golden West. This concert has quickly become a family tradition featuring a variety of holiday music and a few surprises.

Friday,December 4, 2009
7:00 pm

Saturday, December 5, 2009
7:00 pm

Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre
1010 Ulatis Drive
Vacaville, CA 95687
Box Office: (707) 449-6217

This event is FREE! Tickets are required for this performance and will be available at the Box Office window beginning Saturday, Nov 14th at 10:00am. Please limit 4 tickets per family.

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December 4, 2009 - December 23, 2009

SCROOGE
Chautauqua Playhouse
5325 Engle Rd.
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 489-7529

30th Anniversay Production! Returning to the Chautauqua stage-Rodger Hoopman's Scrooge. Based on Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" this enduring favorite is rich with all the beloved characters in a musical story of redemption and joy.

Reserved Seating Only

Purchase tickets online HERE

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December 10, 2009 - December 23, 2009

The Nutcracker
Community Center Theater
1301 L St, Sacramento

The Sacramento Ballet celebrates the 500th performance of Ron Cunningham's dazzling production of The Nutcracker!

Performances:
Thursday, December 10, 10:00am (Student Matinee: Sold Out)
Friday, December 11, 7:00pm (Opening Night)
Saturday, December 12, 2:00pm & 7:00pm
Sunday, December 13, 1:00pm (Sweet Sunday)
Friday, December 18, 7:00pm
Saturday, December 19, 2:00pm & 7:00pm
Sunday, December 20, 1:00pm & 5:00pm
Tuesday, December 22, 1:00pm & 5:00pm
Wednesday, December 23, 1:00pm & 5:00pm

Tickets Prices
Adults: $15.00 - $68.00
Children: $15.00 - $31.00

Sweet Sunday Performance
Adults: $75.00
Children: $37.50

Tp purchase tickets:
Call: 916-808-5181 (Mon-Sat, 10am - 5pm)
Walk Up: 1301 L Street, Sacramento CA 95814
Online: http://www.tickets.com/browse.cgi?pgid=2000507 (additional convenience fees apply)

For more info, please visit http://www.sacballet.org/index.php/season/306/

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December 11, 2009 - December 12, 2009

Vacaville Ballet Theatre Company presents: “The Spirit of Christmas”

Friday, December 11, 2009
8:00 pm

Saturday, December 12, 2009
2:00 pm & 8:00 pm

Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre
1010 Ulatis Drive
Vacaville, CA 95687
Box Office: (707) 449-6217

Tickets:
$15.00-$20.00

“The Spirit of Christmas” is an adaptation of the holiday’s timeless tale. The ballet features Abigail Scrooge and takes you on her journey as she finally lets of her inner humbug and embraces the warmth of Christmas. Filled with jubilant choreography and vibrant colors while whispering the meaning of Christmas that goes beyond gifts and stuffed stockings, this is an event for the whole family.

Buy your tickets now and take advantage of Scrooge’s September Special! From September 1st through 30th all tickets are $15. Purchase tickets online HERE.

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December 13, 2009

Nutcracker Sweet Sunday
Meet & Greet with the Nutcracker cast!
Sunday, Dec 13
1:00 pm
Sacramento Convention Center: Sacramento Community Center Theatre
1301 L St.
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 808-5181

Enjoy the magic of The Nutcracker then join the cast and characters in the lobby for juice and cookies. Walk on stage in the Land of The Sweets, meet and greet the dancers and take your picture with The Sugar Plum Fairy and other characters from the ballet! Presented by the Sacramento Ballet. Appropriate for all ages.

Ticket Prices:
$75 for adults
$39 for children 12 & under
Advance tickets on sale now to season subscribers (call 916-552-5800)

For more details and to purchase tickets, click HERE.

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December 13, 2009

POPS 1: HOLIDAY POPS
Sunday, December 13, 2009
3:00 pm

Warren Atherton Auditorium
San Joaquin Delta College
5151 Pacific Ave.
Stockton, CA 95207
(209) 951-0196

The perfect way to launch the holidays – from the opening Christmas carol to the final resounding notes of the Hallelujah Chorus. Guest soloists and the Stockton Chorale, directed by Edward Cetto, combine with the Stockton Symphony to bring you all your holiday favorites. Feel the warmth of the season as you join in festive sing-alongs! This one is sure to sell out again this year. Pops subscribers get first priority, so hurry and subscribe today.

Call the Symphony Office today at (209) 951-0196 to purchase tickets.


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December 18, 2009

The Vaca Jazz Society presents: 18th Annual AMO Christmas Show “The Gift”

Enjoy AMO’s special guest Don Kidder & Friends, vocal artist Frank Salamone, Dr. Kevin Ryan, Pamela Ryan, the Stout Family and more paying tribute to our troops. As always, the AMO show closes with a short story presentation, this year written by Dr. Gaborko.

Friday, December 18, 2009
7:30 pm (Prelude music by Don Kidder & Friends at 7:00)

Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre
1010 Ulatis Drive
Vacaville, CA 95687
Box Office: (707) 449-6217

Tickets:
$13.00-$25.00

Purchase tickets online HERE.

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December 20, 2009

Solano Community Symphony presents:

Holiday Celebration

Ferrandini: Christmas Symphony; Ades: A Carol Festival; Strauss: Emperor Waltzes; Haydn: Toy Symphony; Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 1 (Winter Daydream)

Sunday, December 20, 2009
3:00 pm

Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre
1010 Ulatis Drive
Vacaville, CA 95687
Box Office: (707) 449-6217

Tickets:
$13.00-$25.00

Purchase tickets online HERE.

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