Hold off on the pot for a job opp

You may want to hold off on the pot for some job opportunities at Sacramento’s HIREvent, taking place next Tuesday, April 20 (yes, that day), at Lions Gate Hotel in McClellan Park. The free event features representatives from private and public organizations seeking to fill positions in the fields of accounting, education, financing, management, public…

Photos of the Iceland Skating Rink Cleanup

An estimated 200 people showed up to help clean up the debris left by the fire that burned down the Iceland Skating Rink. Many of the shovels, goggles, and hard hats were donated by fellow long-time North Sacramento business Cook’s Hardware. Here are some photos of the cleanup:

Tiger-Nike commercial parodies

By now you’ve probably know Tiger Woods is playing in The Masters, and you’ve probably seen this Nike commercial with Tiger staring into the camera listing to the voice of his father. The ad is drawing its share of criticism, but also its share of creative parodies. Here are a few gathered by Deadspin: The…

Iceland Skating Rink Community Cleanup Event

The first of many events to clean up Iceland Ice Arena takes place this Sunday, April 11 from 8am – 6pm. Volunteers can bring shovels, wheel barrows, ladders, and any other tools. You must be 18 and older to go inside the building; those 17 and younger will be able to help outside. Email ICELAND at…

Strawberry Manor Park to reopen with many new features

The Grand Reopening of Strawberry Manor Park takes place this Saturday, April 10 at 11:00am. The refurbished park features the first multi-purpose court in the city, a water mist area, a new playground, a shaded picnic area, and fitness stations. The Strawberry Manor Park Master Plan provides more information. The event is sponsored by both…

Doiron Gallery to open its last exhibit

Doiron Gallery is preparing to close its doors after over 10 years in North Sacramento with the opening of its final exhibit, “The Last Hoorah”. The exhibit opens with a reception on Saturday, April 10, from 6pm – 10pm. Doiron Gallery will close permanently close at the end of the business day on May 15,…

Iceland Skating Rink fire ruled an arson

The fire that destroyed Iceland Skating Rink has been ruled an arson, according to the Sacramento Fire Department. Though the car fire behind the rink was also deliberately set, it remains unclear whether the two fires are connected. The Iceland Skating Rink facility was not insured.