Did you know that today is National Gingerbread House Day? While gingerbread’s origins trace back to 992 AD when an Armenian monk named Gregory of Nicopolis brought gingerbread to Europe in order to teach French Christians to bake it, we can actually thank the Brothers’ Grimm for the creation of gingerbread houses. Their popular tale of Hansel and Gretel made creating gingerbread Continue Reading
Great American River Cleanup ~ September 21st
THANK YOU to everyone who volunteered this weekend to help clean up the parkway at the Sunrise Recreation Area!! It was the perfect opportunity to spend the day outside in the sunshine for a great cause and connect with other members of the community. Wondering how you can help keep our parkways clean? The American Parkway Foundation will have more volunteer opportunities throughout the remainder Continue Reading
SIT…STAY…OR PLAY THIS LABOR DAY WEEKEND!
Labor Day Weekend is just around the corner! That's why this month's newsletter is dedicated to weekend events, getaways, and local happenings in and around Northern California. So whether you feel like kicking back and relaxing at home or treating yourself to an epic day trip with family and friends, we have some fun ideas on how you can "live your best life" this Labor Day Continue Reading
Your Ultimate Guide to Celebrating Independence Day in Sacramento
Independence Day is just around the corner! That's why this month's newsletter is dedicated to local events, parades and patriotic happenings in and around the Sacramento area. Plus, we have a few festive recipes that you can whip up in no time for your Fourth of July bash. Looking for something fun and festive to do this Independence Day? From dazzling firework displays and patriotic Continue Reading
Pizza Places to Check Out on National Pizza Party Day
What better excuse to indulge in a heavenly slice of pizza (or three) than on National Pizza Party Day?! In honor of this delicious holiday (which happens to be today), we scoured the area for the best pizza parlors in town. Below are our favorite finds in the Sacramento area and beyond! For the Chicago Style Pizza Lover: Are you a fan of deep dish pizza? Then head on over Continue Reading
Will Colorful Kitchen Appliances be the Next Trend?
Jennifer Ott, writing for Houzz Magazine, shares some of the creativity of the colorful kitchen. White and gray may be holding steady as the most popular colors for kitchens, but I’m noticing a definite uptick in interest in adding touches of more vibrant hues into the mix. One way homeowners are seeking to introduce color is through appliances in unexpected shades, such as magenta, lime Continue Reading
Do you Paint your own Kitchen Cabinets or Pay the Professional?
Jaymi Naciri of Realty Times poses the answer to the question of painting your own kitchen cabinets? Thinking of painting your own kitchen cabinets? You can find dozens—hundreds even—of tutorials and tip lists to show you how. They’ll list out the supplies needed and show you the proper techniques for the best outcome. And many of them even get real about just how intensive and interminable the Continue Reading
Your Holiday Activity Guide is Here!
There’s something magical about the holiday season…It’s almost as if this time of year waves a magic wand over the world and everything becomes a little brighter, happier and more beautiful. For some of us, this season is synonymous with childhood—where carefree days and innocence reigned. For others, this season gives the gift of family, love and lasting traditions. Whatever the reason may be, Continue Reading
Spooktacular Ways to Entertain This Halloween
Thinking of ways to entertain your ghosts and ghouls at this year’s Halloween bash? Check out these frightfully festive entertaining ideas, recipes, and tips for a party that will haunt your guests for years to come…in a good way of course. Frightful Décor: Enter if you dare! Try out these frighteningly fun decorating ideas to stop your guests dead in their tracks. Monster Continue Reading
Tricks and Treats for a Healthier Halloween
If you’d rather live without the temptation of storing a ton of Halloween treats in your home this year, why not try the non-candy route for a change? There are plenty of fun choices without sugar that will delight the kiddos that are trick-or-treating in your neighborhood. Here are a few ideas. Healthy Snacks Consider mini-sized bags of pretzels, crackers, goldfish and more. Continue Reading
