Service changes coming to Regional Transit

Last night, the Regional Transit Board of Directors approved the TransitRenewal’s recommendations for route changes. The changes do not go into effect until September 2012, but here’s a preview of what’s to come for the North Sacramento region: Extended Light Rail night service to approximately 11 p.m. on weekdays and Saturdays.  Discontinuation of Route 14…

Del Paso Heights Library hosting egg hunt

Seems one egg hunt isn’t getting the attention it deserves, both on this blog and elsewhere. So now’s the time to correct that. The Del Paso Heights Library will host the Family Time Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 7 from 3:30pm – 4:45pm at their home on 920 Grand Ave. Bring the whole family to…

Eat breakfast and hunt for Easter Eggs this weekend

Easter Egg Hunts come to North Sacramento this weekend. Here’s a look at a few: Ben Ali Shrine Easter Breakfast & Egg HuntApril 73262 Marysville Blvd.Breakfast served 8am-10am; Egg Hunt begins at 10amAdults: $5.00; Kids: $3.00(Activities a go rain or shine) Egg Hunt at Hagginwood ParkApril 73271 Marysville Blvd.2pm – 4pmFree Easter Egg Hunt &…

Spring Carnival returns to Del Paso Boulevard

The Del Paso Boulevard Partnership and Johnston Amusements bring the 3rd Spring Carnival on The Boulevard to North Sac from April 4 – April 8 at the Rite Aid / O’Reilly Auto Lot at Del Paso Blvd and El Camino Ave. The carnival brings family fun with games, rides, and carnival foods including corn-dogs and cotton…

Places to go on the tear on St. Patrick’s Day

Looking to go on the tear this St. Patrick’s Day? Here’s a few places holding festivities. BE SURE TO CALL THE JO MAXI IF YOU GET OSSIFIED. 16th Annual St. Patrick’s Day ParadeOld Sacramento1pm Stoney Inn Free Corned Beef n’ Cabbage (6pm – 8pm)$0.50 Green Beer (7pm – 9pm)$5.00 Car Bombs (all night)Cover: $5.00 (after 7pm) The BOLTGay BarFree Corned…

Cesar Chavez’ grandson to speak at Harmon Johnson Elementary

Students and families from Johnson Elementy, Noralto Elementary, and MLK Jr. Tech Academy will come together at Harmon Johnson Elementary to hear from Cesar Chavez’ grandson, Anthony Chavez, and Marc Grossman, his long-time aide. The two speakers will share their experiences working with Cesar Chavez and talk to students about his legacy of service. The…

Poetry Event at Grant High School

Struggle, friendship, believing in yourself, and future goals are among the themes students discuss with a mix of poetry, prose, and and a senior play this Friday, March 16 at Grant High School. The showcase is part of a three-year project in cooperation with UC Davis that includes teacher training and collaboration, student spoken word/slam…