Simply enter promo code “2011end” to save 75% off the already low price of job listings. The regular monthly rate is $25 per listing. With the discount, it’s only $6.25. And, perhaps best of all, there’s no limit!

Use the “2011end” promo code as many times as you want between now and the end of the year to get the best deal on local job postings in the Sacramento area.

Please spread the word about this discount and maybe we can help to get some unemployed Sacramento residents some much needed help during the holidays… It’s the least we can do.

Web site: http://www.SacJobListings.com

Twitter: http://twitter.com/SacJobListings.com

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Sacto MoFo 3 - Saturday, December 3, 2011

Foodies! SactoMoFo (the Sacramento Mobile Food organization) has rounded up 8 Bay Area and over a dozen local food trucks, carts and other vendors (including San Francisco’s JapaCurry, Hapa SF, Chairman Bao, An The Go, El Porteno, Seoul on Wheels and Bacon Bacon trucks, and many of your local favorites and lots of new local vendors – including a big Hmong grill, Leila’s Lumpia, Chando’s, Miniburger, Drewski, It’s Corn Cake, banh mi and more) for SactoMoFo 3, to be held Saturday, December 3, 11 am – 6 pm rain or shine at the Downtown weekend Farmer’s Market location (8th & W Streets, under the freeway). Stop by for lunch and stay for dinner! No tickets, no fees, just lots of great food and drink!

Please note the SactoMoFo HoHoHoliday Brewfest at Power Balance Pavilion has been postponed until later in 2012. Maloof Sports & Entertainment, CBS Radio and SactoMoFo plan to hold a huge outdoor event, including beer tasting from terrific microbreweries all over California and other extras. Those who bought tickets can get a refund at the purchase location. You won’t need a ticket for the December 3 event; admission is 100% free: just dress warm, bring small bills and a big appetite and get your snack on!

The December 3 event is a winter food drive for the Sacramento Food Bank and the U.S. Marines Reserve’s Toys for Tots, so please bring canned or packaged dry goods and new unwrapped toys to donate. Santa will also be available for photos with both little and big kids for a small donation to a local children’s Christmas charity. See you under the freeway!

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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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Wings Over Wine Country Air Show Event Poster

The great people promoting the Wings Over Wine Country air show in Santa Rosa, CA have graciously provided tickets for you to win!

There is a quick turnaround on this, so please help spread the word & don’t hesitate to enter!

How to Enter: Simply post a comment below this post (on ExploreSacramento.com) to be entered to win two tickets to the air show. A winner will be selected using Random.org’s list randomizer. Be sure to use an active email account when posting as the winner will be contacted via email.

Deadline to Enter: Thursday, August 18, 2011 – Winner will be selected and announced Thursday night.

Air Show Dates: Saturday & Sunday, August 20-21, 2011

Location: Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport in Santa Rosa, CA (map)

Ticket Info: Tickets are normally $20/adults (at gate), $18/adult (online), $10/seniors, $5/children 6-12, and Free for children under 6. To order tickets, click here or call 1-888-695-0888. Prizes will be held at will call at the event.

For more information about the air show, visit WingsOverWineCountry.org

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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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Wings Over Wine Country Air Show Event Poster (Click for larger version)

If you’re looking for a fun filled event, that promises to be an great time for people of all ages, why not check out the 2011 Wings Over Wine Country Air Show on August 20th and 21st at the Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport in Santa Rosa, Ca.

This year’s show has a star studded line up consisting of The F/A-18 F Hornet, The C-17, Canadian Favorite “Team Rocket” and much, much more. The 2011 air show will no doubt be an unforgettable experience for all who attend with many opportunities to see some of the best aviation acts in the nation.

For more information on event attractions and featured performers, ticket prices, directions, or any other questions you may have, please go to http://www.wingsoverwinecountry.org/  and check it out for yourself!

Here are some photos from a past event:

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Operation Backpack 2011

Dates: July 8 – 22, 2011

Location: Drop off at any Tri Counties Bank or at 1760 Challenge Way on July 22, 2011.

To download a PDF of a grade-specific school supply list, click on the image of the desired list: pre-kindergarten and kindergarten; 1st through 4th grades; 5th and 6th grades; and 7th through 12th grades. To view the items without downloading a PDF, see the text further below. Questions? Please contact us at OperationBackpack@voa-sac.org.

• Pre-K & K
• 1st – 4th Grades
• 5th & 6th Grades
• 7th – 12th Grades

Operation Backpack 2011 is brought to you by Tri Counties Bank, Sutter Health, Thunder Valley Casino, KCRA Channel 3 and PG&E

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