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.

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.

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!

Holiday Fairs & Expositions in Sacramento - Fall/Winter 2009

3rd Annual Holiday Festival, Splendor of the Trees
Where: RC Willey, 6636 Lone Tree Blvd, Rocklin
When: Saturday, November 14, 2009
6:00pm to 9:00pm
Cost: $10 per entry
Each paid ticket gets put into a raffle for a 40” flat screen television.
More info: http://thegatheringinn.com/event-splendor.htm
*Flyer*

Holiday Bazaar for Families
November 14, 2009
10:30am-6pm
Laguna Creek High School
9050 Vicino Dr.
Elk Grove, CA 95758
916-647-3223
Candles * Scents * Baby items * T-Shirts * Food * Entertainment * Designer Handbags * Makeup * Holiday Pageant

Roseville Commons Second Annual Craft Fair
11/14/2009
9am - 6pm
Roseville Commons
275 Folsom Rd, Roseville, CA
FREE

River's Edge Craft Fair and Boutique
11/14/2009
The Chateau - Sacramento, CA

Christmas in November
11/14 to 11/15 2009
Yuba City Fairgrounds - Yuba City, CA

Auburn Christmas Craft and Music Festival
11/14 to 11/15 2009
Gold Country Fairgrounds - Auburn, CA

SCEG's Holiday Bazaar
Nov 14 & 15
Elk Grove Senior Center, Elk Grove, CA
The Senior Center of Elk Grove will be holding their Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 14, 2009 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Sunday, November 15, 2009 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Enjoy a free cup of coffee while you browse through wonderful handcrafted gift items. Entrance is free.
Phone: (916) 685-3160

Community Center for the Blind's Holiday Boutique
Nov 16 - 20
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Free admission
(209) 466-3836

Mountain Mandarin Festival
11/20 to 11/22 2009
Gold Country Fairgrounds - Auburn, CA

Olde Christmas Shoppe Craft Fair in Fair Oaks
Thurs. Nov. 19, 3PM-8PM
Friday, Nov. 20, 10AM-7PM
Sat. Nov. 21, 9AM-3PM
4681 Oak Glen Way, Fair Oaks, CA 95628

Motivate-Her Holiday Gift Faire
Friday, Nov 20 3:30p to 6:00p
at James Rutter Middle School, Sacramento, CA
Motivate-Her is an Mentor Program for at risk youth. Part of what we do is teach kids to Make different art and crafts to us their creativity in a positive ways. They make beautiful, and unique items that would make great Christmas gifts. From jewelry to Christmas cards this is an opportunity for them to Shine.
Free admission
(916) 267-1958

Holiday Boutique
Friday, November 20th
9:30am-6:00pm
1530 36th Street, Sacramento 95816

BLOOM Christmas Boutique
Arts, crafts, skin care, fragrance, book, jewelry, food, and many excellent gift deas! Raffle drawings, free parking, free admission!
1901 Broadway in Sacramento (corner of Broadway & 19th)
916-947-1243
Saturday & Sunday Nov. 21 & 22
9am - 4pm
FREE
More Info

Sacramento Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show
11/20 to 11/22 2009
Cal Expo - Sacramento, CA

Holiday Craft Faire Extravaganza
November 21
9:00am to 3:00pm
Lutheran Church of the Resurrection
6365 Douglas Blvd, Granite Bay, CA 95746
Contact: JanArney@aol.com or 510-520-3064

Crafting on Track Holiday Boutique and Christmas Cafe
November 21, 2009
9am - 3pm
First United Methodist Church
109 Washington Blvd, Roseville
FREE

Holiday Craft Faire Extravaganza
11/21 to 11/21 2009
Lutheran Church of the Resurrection - Granite Bay, CA

Holiday Craft Fair at Jelly Belly
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
10 am - 5 pm
One Jelly Belly Lane
Fairfield, CA 94533
FREE Admission
For more info, contact Brenda Mossa at ranchoboutique@aol.com or (707) 399-7195

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.

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


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)

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

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


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

Auburn Christmas Crafts Faire
11/28 to 11/29 2009
Gold Country Fairgrounds - Auburn, CA

22nd Annual Dicken's Faire
Saturday, November 28, 2009
In Historic Old Town Elk Grove
8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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).

View online flyer

Davis Art Center Holiday Sale
12/04 to 12/06 2009
Davis Art Center
1919 F Street
Davis, CA 95616

Friday, Dec. 4
12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 5
10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 6
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

70 Artisan's booths, Children's Secret Store, Pottery Painting Studio, Cafe, Wreath and Plate Auction. FREE admission.

Language Academy of Sacramento Presents: 6th Annual Winter Festival & Holiday Bazaar
December 5, 2009
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sacramento High School 3415 34th Street, Sacramento, CA
Admission is Free
More info, click here

Christmas in the Village
12/05 to 12/05 2009
Fair Oaks Village - Fair Oaks, CA

42nd Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair
Saturday, Dec 5, 2009
Historic Sutter Street
Folsom, CA
Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair on Historic Sutter Street, Folsom. Four blocks filled with an outstanding selection of hand crafted arts and crafts and gifts. Great food and live entertainment. Free admission and free parking.

Christmas in the Pines
12/05 to 12/05 2009
Lake of the Pines - Auburn, CA