Feast your eyes. Your heart. Your mind.

Sacramento is recognized as one of the most diverse regions in America. To celebrate this cultural and ethnic fusion, a spectacular feast of dance and live musical performances featuring world class talent, takes place Sunday, October 2nd at the 4th annaul World Music & Dance Festival in Old Sacramento.

Sunday, October 2nd, 10am – 5pm, with a bonus performance on Saturday, October 1st beginning at 6pm.

A FREE event in Old Sacramento

There is something for everyone with this FREE family festival:

• Stroll Old Sacramento and watch live world class music and dance performances on several stages throughout the venue.
• Step into The Global Village – of educational and interactive experience that teaches children and families about our region’s cultures through hands-on experiences (craft and art activities, dance clinics, and musical instruments).
• Rest your feet a minute in the Old Eagle Theater while you hear stories, poetry, and talks geared toward youth audiences.
• Learn from culinary exerts as they cook with “Spices from Around the World.”

There are no street closures and local restaurants will be open to the public.

BONUS: The kick-off begins Saturday night, October 1st with a musical and visual extravaganza that will thrill and delight you with its color, energy and modern cultural explosion of East Indian dance and music on the Festival’s main stage in Old Sacramento.

Official Web Site

@SacWorldFest on Twitter

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Powerhouse Science Center

While at the Discovery Museum’s Science & Space Center with the family this past weekend, we were told about the Powerhouse Science Center that recently received a $7million dollar grant and is expected to open in 2013 on the site of the PG&E Power Plant on Jibboom Street. The Science & Space Center will move to the new location, which will house four floors of exhibit space, including a new digital planetarium theater, classrooms, Challenger Learning Center, riverfront restaurant and special events center.

Just imagine! Sacramento will soon be home to a high-tech, hands-on, science museum that immerses our children – and our children’s children – in science, technology, engineering and math. Powerful demonstrations will show that the skills necessary for tomorrow’s economic success are fascinating and fun! Positioned between Discovery Park and Old Sacramento, along the river walk and just off I-5, a power plant over 100 years old will be reborn into a regional destination and educational landmark for students, teachers, and families.

Thanks to the leadership of dozens of businesses, educational institutions, and individuals with their eyes set on the future, Sacramento will soon see one of its most significant transformations as the 60-year old Discovery Museum Science & Space Center on Auburn Boulevard becomes the Powerhouse Science Center.

Take a virtual flight:

Click here to view the embedded video.

If you would like to donate to the Powerhouse Science Center, click here.

Official Site: http://www.powerhousesciencecenter.org/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Powerhouse-Science-Center/120343488032465

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/PowerhouseSac

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The tent is ready for backyard camping!

As a followup to the post about the Great American Backyard Campout on June 25th, I thought I’d share the great backyard camping experience I had with my son this past weekend… I’ve been looking forward to this pretty much since my son was born, but mostly this last year now that he’s old enough to really enjoy the experience.

Here are a couple of lists that may help you with your backyard camping experience. Keep in mind that these were made with a 3 or 4 year old in mind and will likely change depending on the number of people involved and their ages.

Supplies:

• Tent, sleeping bags & pillows
• Light/lantern
• Fire pit & wood (check local laws)
• Cooler or ice chest for food & drinks
• Hot dogs, buns & condiments
• Smores: graham crackers, chocolate & marshmallows
• Things to keep the kid(s) busy!

Fun things to do:

• Be a botanist – collect leaves from at least 10 different plants. (Optional: explain species & create a scrap book)
• Have a scavenger hunt – search the yard for things you’ll need (sticks for marshmallows, food, etc.) or other prizes your child will enjoy
• Be an astronomer – identify constellations and planets. (the Google Sky Map app for your smart phone is helpful, but you may prefer to go gadget-free)
• Tell stories (save the ghost stories for the older kids)

Marshmallows for Smores!

Things to remember:

• Kids may need more layers to stay warm at night
• Respect your neighbors and be quiet during later hours
• Check local laws regarding outdoor fires
• Give yourself plenty of time to recover (that soft grass isn’t that soft after a night’s sleep)

So, what did I take away from this experience? I can’t wait to do it again! The best thing I did was plan this out in advance, so everything went smoothly. That’s not always possible with a young child and an exciting new experience. It’s also great practice for when it’s time to go on a real camping trip. The kids will be more familiar and less anxious about sleeping outdoors and being away from their creature comforts.

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Courtland Pear Fair

My family and I attended the Pear Fair in Courtland, CA recently and it got me thinking about a couple things…

1. Of all the years I’ve lived in the Sacramento area (my whole life), I don’t recall ever having been to a food festival!
2. Now that I think about it, there are a lot of food festivals in the area, from the Pear Fair in Courtland to the Asparagus Festival in Stockton. I hear about them all the time, but never really paid much attention to them.

So, I decided to look into it and see how many I could find, within a reasonable distance, since they are typically family-friendly and we’re trying to do things that are fun, healthy and educational for our family.

Please note: Some of the dates are for 2011 and some are for 2012 – click the names of the fair/festival to go to its respective web site for the latest information.

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March

California Artisan Cheese Festival – March 23-25, 2012

From Napa Valley (East): Take Highway 37 West to Highway 101 North. Exit at Highway 116 East/Lakeville Highway. Turn left at the exit onto Lakeville Highway (CA-116 East). Turn right onto Baywood Drive. The hotel entrance is located on the right.

California’s Artisan Cheese Festival is a nonprofit organization with the mission to educate people who want to learn more about artisan cheese, support the artisan cheesemaking community and its sustainability and celebrate and enjoy the creations of the artisan cheesemakers.

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April

California Nut Festival – April 16, 2011

Chico, CA (various locations – click here)

Admission: Tickets for children 7-12 available for $10 at the event. Children 6 and under are free! Event parking is $2/vehicle at the Patrick Ranch Museum

The mission of the California Nut Festival is to help consumers connect with local farmers and learn about the locally grown food available in the North Valley, and support the continued development of the Patrick Ranch Museum to preserve and interpret the agricultural history of the Sacramento Valley, including social, cultural and economic aspects.

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Stockton Asparagus Festival – April 27-29, 2012

From Sacramento: Take I-5 south towards Stockton. Take the Hwy 4 E exit toward Hwy 99/ Downtown Stockton.

Admission: Adults (18-59): $12, College Students with Proper ID: $7, Teens (13-17): $7, Children 12 & Under: FREE with paying adults, Seniors (60 and older): $7

In 2010, over 36,000 pounds of delicious asparagus was enjoyed by all. From delicious deep-fried asparagus (40,000 orders), Asparagus Tri-tip Sandwiches (9,000 orders), Asparagus Burritos (4,000 orders), and pasta dishes (8,500 orders), to refreshing drinks and more, the Stockton Asparagus Festival offers bushels of different treats sure to please!

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May

Galt Strawberry Festival – May 14 & 15, 2011

Veterans Field, 900 Caroline Ave, Galt, CA 95632

Admission: $5 per person, Children 5 and under are FREE, Parking is FREE

Strawberry themed food and retail items to be included in this years prime vendor location “Strawberry Alley.” the Festival will feature Arts & Crafts and Food vendors, we will have fun for the children in the Kids Zone, the Classic Car Show and fabulous Entertainment running throughout the event.

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Castroville Artichoke Festival – May 21 & 22, 2011

Coming South on US Highway 101 from San Jose/Santa Clara County: Southbound traffic on US Highway 101, should exit 101 in Prunedale (approximately 17 miles south of Gilroy) at the junction of State Route 156, continue west for approximately 6.2 miles to the Castroville exit, highway 183, turn right and follow signs to parking areas.

Admission: Adults $10, Active Military/Seniors $5, Children 3 & over $5

Children’s activities include games, face paints, clowns, stilt walkers, puppets and more! Food: artichokes fried, sautéed, grilled, marinated, pickled, fresh, and creamed in soup. Plus foods from the many ethnic groups that give this area its character. The area’s finest showcase the versatility and unique techniques for preparing and using artichokes.

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July

Marysville Peach Festival – July 15, 16, 2011

Scheduled from 4pm to 11pm on Friday and 10am to 11pm on Saturday, the event will be on D Street between First and Sixth streets in Downtown Marysville.

Admission: Free for Everyone, No Parking Charges

Come and enjoy the food, entertainment, arts and crafts with the thirty thousand plus other people who regularly visit the annual Marysville Peach Festival in Historic Downtown Marysville!

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Slice of Chico – July 16, 2011

Begins at 9am in Downtown Chico. Early Birds Shop Friday, July 15th too!!!

Pick up a slice of ice-cold watermelon from the event headquarters on 3rd Street between Main & Broadway. We’ll be slicing more than 2000 lbs courtesy of ProPacific Fresh!!! Long time events sponsor, Tres Hombres will be mixing up freshly made watermelon margaritas throughout the day as well.

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El Dorado Italian Festival – July 23, 2011

From Sacramento: Take Highway 50 East. Placerville is about 45 minutes out of Sacramento. Take Placerville Drive exit. Stay to the right and pass back over the highway.

Admission: Regular $7, Juniors (7-12 years) $5, Kids (6 and under) FREE, Parking $5

Beer and wine will be for sale. Nothing speaks excellence than Italian design. A few of the regions finest Italian automobiles will be on display.  Fun and delicious Italian food, this is the place to find it. Bring the whole family! Lots of kids activities from climbing walls, slides and bounce houses.

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Gilroy Garlic Festival (@GilroyGarlicFes)- July 29, 30 & 31, 2011

From San Jose and areas north: Christmas Hill Park; Gilroy, CA (30 miles south of San Jose off Highway 101) – Watch for the Caltrans sign trucks on US 101 as you enter Gilroy. Use the exit suggested on the sign truck. Follow the signs and watch for traffic control officers on roadways.

Admission: Adult General $ 17, children (ages 6-12) $ 8, under age 6 – Free

10 tons of beef… 4 tons of pasta… 4 tons of calamari… 2 tons of scampi… 2 TONS of fresh Christopher Ranch garlic… & $8.5 million raised for local charity

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Sacramento TomatoFest – July 30, 2011

Town & Country Village from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 30

There’s something for everyone – live music, art, cooking demonstrations, wine-tasting, demonstrations by Master Gardeners, a Kid’s Area (sponsored by Emigh’s Hardware), face-painting, kettle korn, performances by Sacramento Theatre Co., and don’t miss the tomato truffles and tomato gelato and much more!

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Courtland Pear Fair – July 31, 2011

From Sacramento: Take I-5 south to the Hood Franklin Road Exit. Turn right off the freeway and follow the signs to the town of Hood. Turn left on Hwy 160 and continue about six miles until you come to the town of Courtland.

Admission: Free; $10 to park

Lose yourself all day for fun in the California Delta to celebrate the Delta’s famous fruit, along with a variety of live music, great food and wine, classic car exhibit, parade, fun rides for the kids and more at a genuine down-home country setting in the small river town of Courtland, just 20 miles south of Sacramento on the river Hwy 160.

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August

Woodland Tomato Festival – August 13, 2011

Accessible via I-5, Hwy 113, or 505. Exit for all freeways is Main St, Downtown Woodland. Freeman Park on Main St. in Downtown Woodland – 1001 Main St. Woodland CA 95695

Admission: Free

Free tasting of some 30 varieties of heirloom and hybrid locally grown tomatoes – Green Zebra, Sungold, Costoluto Genovese, Celebrity, etc – help select the best tasting tomatoes and come to the Master Gardener plant sale next spring and grow them yourself next year! Some of the top chefs in the area will be creating their favorite tomato based dishes. Judges will be selecting the 2011 Top Tomato Chefs.

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Sacramento Banana Festival – August 13 – 14, 2011

William Land Park (Village Green Area) 4200 Freeport Boulevard. (On the corner of Sutterville Road and Freeport Blvd)

Admission: $5 for Adults and Kids 5 and under are FREE all weekend!

Join us at Sacramento’s William Land Park for a weekend full of music, food, art, dance, films, and family fun. Taste banana breads, cakes, pies, ice cream, muffins, puddings, cookies, shakes, fritters, soups. And see artwork, costumes, trinkets, live performances and much more.

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September

Lodi Grape Festival – September 15-18, 2011

Located in Lodi, California, situated between Highway 99 and Interstate 5, 40 miles south of Sacramento and 10 miles north of Stockton.

Admission: Adults: $8, Youth 6 – 12: $4 (Free on Thursday, Kids Day), Children 5 & Under: Free

The Festival’s mission and main purpose is to promote the agriculture and agricultural products of San Joaquin County, and to offer diverse forms of agricultural education. The Festival strives to present unique, family – oriented exhibits that not only entertain, but educate and enlighten.

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Fair Oaks Chicken Festival – September 17, 2011

Village of Fair Oaks from 10am – 6pm

Pre-Festival BBQ & Egg Dance, Kids Park, Craft and food vendors, Great bands and dancing in the street, Microbrew Area, An old fashioned country breakfast, and much more.

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Walnut Creek Walnut Festival – September 22 – 25, 2011

Held  the third Thursday after the first Monday in September at Heather Farm Park in Walnut Creek, CA.

As Walnut Creek as grown, and suburban developments have replaced walnut groves, the Walnut Festival Association has maintained the tradition of producing fundraising events for the benefit of the community.

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California Candy Festival – September 24, 2011

Jelly Belly Candy Company and “The Lots of Fun” Fairfield, California

Tasty treats! Sweet music! Big fun!

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October

Loomis Eggplant Festival – October 1, 2011

Admission: Free + Free Parking

Featuring: Arts & Crafts,  Live Entertainment,  Gourmet Food & Drink,  Local Wines in Wine Garden and Kids Activities

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World Vegitable Festival – October 1 & 2, 2011

San Francisco County Fair Building, 9th Avenue at Lincoln, Inside Golden Gate Park

Admission: $8 suggested door donation, kids/students/seniors free, everyone free before 10:30am

International vegan cuisine, healthy food demos, live entertainment, Veghealth awards ceremony, children’s corner, vegan speed dating.

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November

Mountain Mandarin Festival – November 19 – 21, 2011

Gold Country Fairgrounds in Auburn, CA

Celebrates the new crop of locally grown Mandarin oranges, a Mandarin Recipe cooking contest, professional chef demonstrations, food, AGRO Art, local farmers selling freshly harvested Mandarin oranges, crafts and activities, free children’s area, live music and entertainment. The weekend before Thanksgiving.

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Sacramento Children's Museum - Under Construction

I’m definitely looking forward to taking my kids to the all new Sacramento Children’s Museum in Rancho Cordova, CA, which opens on August 25, 2011… I hope it’s like the Children’s Discovery Museum in San Jose, CA – my son loved that place!

The Museum’s Mission:

To spark a passion for life-long learning.

We will accomplish our mission by providing a place where children are encouraged to think for themselves, expand their problem-solving abilities through creative exploration, and exercise both their bodies and their minds.

Museum Exhibits: The Museum’s exhibits are carefully designed to nurture children’s imaginations, build their confidence and competence, and encourage them to test, tinker, laugh, create, and wonder!

• Waterways
• My Neighborhood
• Baby Bloomers
• Studio of the Arts
• Raceways & Airways

General Admission – $7.00 per person
Over 60 & Military – $6.00 per person
Under 1 & Museum Members – Free

Membership – Admission for 1 adult + 1 child (and other benefits) included for $65/yr (sign up here)

Hours - To be announced

Location: 2701 Prospect Park, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

If you would like to support the Sacramento Children’s Museum, please consider a making a donation.

Official Web Site: https://www.sacramentochildrensmuseum.org

SCM on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/SacKidsMuseum

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Register your “team” of campers, join a “team” of campers who have already registered near you, or simply donate to a camper, a team or make a general donation to our mission.

Not only will your family experience the wonders of the great outdoors, but you’ll raise funds for vital NWF programs to get American kids outside—one night can make all the difference.

It’s family fun with a purpose: helping American kids benefit from outdoor time.

My goal is to raise $100 for the National Wildlife Federation. Part of NWF’s mission is to create healthier families by reacquainting us with nature, whether that means spending time in our backyards and neighborhoods, or a nearby campground. By participating in the Great American Backyard Campout I’m hoping to remind people that we can have a great time without the TV, without the video games and even without a roof over our heads!

If you would like to donate to this program through our team’s page, please click here.

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The City of Sacramento recently announced which of the public pool will be open, or closed, due to budget reductions. Because funding to maintain the city’s swimming pools has been reduced from $3.5 million to under $1 million, several Sacramento area pools will be closed. Others will have reduced hours and/or services.

From: City of Sacramento Summer 2001 Aquatics Directory

Pool hours, dates & programming may be affected due to potential budget reductions beginning July 1, 2011. Recreational swim hours, fees, and dates may be subject to change. We regretfully cannot take any program registration payments at City pool facilities.

Pool Locations and Schedules:

Cabrillo Pool / Wading Pool
Location: 1648 65th Ave
Phone: 433-6271
Closed

Clunie Pool / Wading Pool
Location: Alhambra & McKinley Blvd
Phone: 808-5301
Dates: 6/21-9/4

Doyle Pool / Wading Pool
Location: Brewerton & Mendel Way
Phone: 566-6420
Dates: 6/13-8/7

Glenn Hall Pool
Location: Carlson & Sandburg Drs
Phone: 277-6071
Closed for recreational swim

Johnston Pool / Wading Pool
Location: 231 Eleanor Ave
Phone: 808-6421
Dates: 6/13-8/7

Mangan Pool
Location: 2230 34th Ave
Phone: 433-6272
Closed

McClatchy Park Pool / Wading Pool
Location: 35th St & 5th Ave
Phone: 277-6041
Dates: 6/20-8/28

Natomas High School Pool
Location: 3301 Fong Ranch Road
Phone: 566-3644
Closed for recreational swim

Oki Pool / Wading Pool
Location: Wissemann Dr & Cliffwood Way
Phone: 277-6160
Closed

Pannell Meadowview Pool / Wading Pool
Location: 2450 Meadowview Rd
Phone: 808-6622
Dates: 6/21-9/6

Sim Pool (George Sim Pool)
Location: 6207 Logan Street
Phone: 808-3768
Dates: 6/21-8/29

Southside Pool / Wading Pool
Location: 6th & U Sts
Phone: 808-5331
Closed

Tahoe Pool / Training Pool
Location: 3535 59th St
Phone: 277-6072
Closed

Play Pools

Bertha Henschel Park Play Pool
Location: A St & 45th St
Phone: 808-5301
Dates: 6/21-8/28

Colonial Park Play Pool
Location: 18th Ave & 53rd St
Phone: 277-6041
Dates: 6/21-8/22

Mama Marks Park Play Pool
Location: Roanoke Ave & Belden St
Phone: 808-6421
Dates: 6/13-8/5

Robertson Park Play Pool
Location: 3525 Norwood Ave
Phone: 808-6421
Dates: 6/13-8/7

Wm. Land Park Play Pool
Location: Riverside Blvd. and 13th Ave
Phone: 277-6041
Dates: 6/21-8/22

Register online at http://www.parksandreconline.cityofsacramento.org for all aquatics programs.

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Shriners Hospitals Fundraiser To Include “Shoot For A Car” And “Slam Dunk Contest” At RoundRock 3on3 Basketball Tournament

On June 11th Rocklin based RoundRock 3on3 will be hosting its first annual “Shoot For Shriners” fundraising event on the streets of Downtown Sacramento. RoundRock 3on3 attendees and players can pay to enter a variety of contests, culminating in the “Shoot For A Car” event held on Saturday evening. All proceeds from contests held for “Shoot For Shriners” will go to Shriners Hospitals for Children®.

Shoot For A Car

Tickets will be sold throughout the event for $1 each for a chance to win a free 2-year lease of a vehicle from Kuni Motors of Sacramento. At the end of the tournament, 2 contestants will be selected to play. This contest provides eligible contestants the opportunity to shoot a series of increasingly more difficult baskets – starting with a lay up and then ending with a 1/2 court shot – in 24 seconds. If all of the baskets are made, the contestant will win a free 2 year leased vehicle.

Slam Dunk Contest

US Cryotherapy in Roseville (a new cold-air treatment center for faster recovery and better health featuring a whole-body walk-in chamber and a localized body-part cold air device) will be the premier sponsor of the Shriner’s Slam Dunk Contest. For a $5 entry fee, players will be able to display their 3 best slam dunks. The winner will be receiving a US Cryotherapy Diamond Treatment package – one month’s worth of Whole-body/Localized cold treatments and six hours in their warm water Hydro-Massage bed. The Slam Dunk preliminary rounds will be held throughout the day with the Finals held on Saturday evening prior to the “Shoot For A Car” event.

The Event

RoundRock 3on3 is an outdoor basketball tournament that will be played on Capitol Mall and other streets in Downtown Sacramento, Saturday June 11th. Team registrations will be held on Friday evening, 6/10 from 4:00 – 9:00 PM at the Holiday Inn Capitol Plaza. Games start at 8:00 am Saturday morning and end at 8:00 pm. There will be players of all ages/ability with Youth, High School, Adult and Mixed division teams competing for bracket and division level championships.

Social Media

For frequent updates on this event see Twitter hashtag #Shoot4Shriners

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Twelve featured artists on-hand will include Daniel Arriaga, Lorelay Bove, Trevor Carlton, James Coleman, Jody Daily, Harrison Ellenshaw, Rodel Gonzalez, Mike Kungl, Bill Morrison, Noah, Tim Rogerson and John Rowe.

What: Disney Fine Art by Collectors Editions Presents The Pixar Collection Worldwide Debut — One Day Only!

Where: California State Railroad Museum Old Sacramento State Historic Park

When: Sunday, May 15, 2011

Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m)

Cost: Complimentary with Museum admission
Museum admission — $9 adults, $4 youths ages 6-17, free for children ages 5 and under

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The Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District presents an “Eggciting” Easter adventure featuring a FREE egg hunt for all ages. Please join us for a morning breakfast, carnival games, choo choo rides, bounce houses, an egg toss competition, and much more!! Calling all adults….please help raise funds for the Fair Oaks Youth Advisory Board by purchasing a ticket for $3.00 each for the Adult Egg hunt. Carnival Tickets are $.50 each or $10.00 for the package deal. No refunds, no exceptions! All ticket sales will end at 12:00pm, one hour before the event ends.

While we had a good time, I’m not sure we’ll be back next year. Here’s why… The games and events were entertaining for the very young children (i.e. 2-5yrs old). Granted, that’s the point, but I think it could have been more enjoyable for everyone… Starting with breakfast, there were pancakes, sausage and orange juice – excuse me, Sunny D, which is no more than maybe 5% juice. Because we got there early, we had to wait around for the various things to open and the egg hunt to start. We couldn’t even buy tickets before the line grew out to the parking lot, but I got to enjoy standing behind an older woman who was rudely smoking a cigarette amongst dozens of children and didn’t seem to know why she was in line… I purchased a $10 wrist band for my son, but doubt we got our money’s worth out of it w/ the various lines and overall quality of games, rides and prizes. The eggs for the youngsters had candy and the children could basically follow the person around who was tossing the eggs to replenish those that had been found already. Oh, and the “train” ride featured a scenic loop through their maintenance area with stellar views of chemical caution signs, fences and work trucks. Apparently, later, there was to be an egg hunt for adults with prizes including gift certificates to restaurants, but we had had enough.

All that said, next year we may check out the Easter event held at Carmichael park. As we understand it, their breakfast had healthier options, including fruit and juice, and the eggs didn’t have sugary candy… Check out the article at Carmichael.Patch.com. Here’s a snippet:

A fire engine from the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire Department was parked nearby and at precisely 10 a.m., the truck’s horn blasted in the park signaling the start of the hunt. Kids and parents rushed to grab eggs like candy from a fallen pinata.

Unlike a fallen pinata, the hunt was sugarless.

“No candy this year, to be more healthy,” Crisante said.

Each golden egg contained a coupon that when redeemed at the Information Booth was exchanged for a gift certificate to Pinkberry, a frozen yogurt restaurant. The rest of the eggs contained stickers for the younger kids and small toys for the older ones.

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