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Local volunteers will be serving up a mouthwatering spread of slow-cooked favorites, all made from secret family recipes passed down through the years.

Annual Fair Oaks Village Benefit BBQ

Jul 08, 2025 11:04AM ● By MPG Staff

Get ready for a day filled with delicious food, live music and a whole lot of community spirit. The 7th Annual Benefit BBQ is back from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. July 26 at The Hut, located at 7973 Park Drive in Fair Oaks, and this year, it’s set to be bigger, tastier and more fun than ever before

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SUN Bucks Returns for Summer 2025

Jun 30, 2025 04:51PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Summer break is a season of sunshine and fun but for many Sacramento County families, it also brings a food access challenge.

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Libraries to Provide Free Meals During Summer

Jun 18, 2025 02:06PM ● By MPG Staff

Beginning June 17, Sacramento Public Library will provide free lunch to children 18 and under while school is out through the Lunch at the Library project.

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The Fair Oaks Village Barbecue and Fundraiser is a beloved community tradition that brings friends, families and neighbors together for a great cause

Fair Oaks Village BBQ and Fundraiser

May 20, 2025 02:30PM ● By Fair Oaks Village Enhancement Committee News Release

Get ready for a mouthwatering evening in the heart of the Fair Oaks Village.

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Connections Academy at Gateway Offers K-10 Virtual Schooling for Northern California Families

May 13, 2025 10:39AM ● By Connections Academy at Gateway News Release

The tuition-free virtual public charter program is now enrolling for the 2025-2026 school year

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Decide Which is The American River Burger Champion

May 13, 2025 10:09AM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

The American River Parkway Foundation invites Sacramento-area community members to Discovery Park for the American River Burger Battle.

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California Restaurant Foundation’s Annual Resilience Fund Returns for the Fifth Year

Apr 28, 2025 12:57PM ● By California Restaurant Foundation News Release

Grant Applications for California’s Independent Restaurants are Now Open

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American Legion Post 383 is hosting a dinner and dance featuring music by the Stone River Revival Band and catered by Texas Roadhouse

American Legion BBQ & Boots Dinner and Dance

Apr 21, 2025 05:47PM ● By American Legion Post 383 News Release

American Legion Post 383 is hosting a dinner and dance open to the public on May 3.

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Summer Farm Camp Registration Open for Local Youth

Apr 07, 2025 04:47PM ● By Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank Farm News Release

Give your child a summer to remember at the Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank Farm.

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Spring Food Drive Expands to Bring Easter Joy to Local Families

Mar 18, 2025 12:37PM ● By Patsy McGavock, JustServe.org

The Orangevale Fair Oaks Spring Food Drive returns with a heartwarming twist, combining efforts Helping Hands OV-Orangevale-Fair Oaks’ Easter Baskets for Kids in Need Drive.

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The Big Idaho Potato Truck is Rolling into Sacramento’s Mardi Gras Fun

Feb 28, 2025 04:38PM ● By Idaho Potato Commission Promotion

Get ready to celebrate Mardi Gras in spud-tacular style! The iconic Big Idaho Potato Truck is rolling into the heart of Sacramento for the Broadway Festival Parade, adding extra fun to the festivities with the world-famous big Idaho potato.

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Soup Lovers Raise $10,000 for Historical Society

Feb 18, 2025 10:14AM ● By Judy Andrews

Nearly 200 soup lovers turned out on Feb. 8 to support the Fair Oaks Historical Society at its 18th annual Premier Soup Night and Auction.

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New Regulations for Sidewalk Vendors

Feb 11, 2025 02:48PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted on Feb. 4 to approve new ordinances to better regulate sidewalk vending in the unincorporated parts of the county, aiming to enhance public health, safety and compliance.

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Staying Hydrated and Saving the Environment at Kings Games

Feb 04, 2025 04:44PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

The Sacramento Kings and Golden 1 Center unveiled a new PATH Grab-and-Go location, integrating Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology to enhance the fan experience.

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Stand Against Hunger Raises Nearly $630K for Food Banks

Jan 07, 2025 11:54AM ● By ABC10 News Release

Annual Programs supported by generous community members along with Wells Fargo, Ashley Law, Bayside Church and Northwest Exteriors

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Partnership Helps Feed Community

Jan 07, 2025 11:30AM ● By Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank Farm News Release

Step into the Casa Roble Fundamental High School greenhouse and you’ll feel the heater's warmth and smell the fresh earth, a perfect environment for growth. Since the Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank Farm opened, this greenhouse has been vital in helping to feed the community.

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Don’t Let Fats, Oils and Grease Ruin Holiday Cheer

Dec 03, 2024 02:53PM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District News Release

As the holiday season approaches, the Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) is urging residents to help prevent sewer backups, a common yet costly and disruptive issue that peaks during this time of year.

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Introducing the New Orangevale and Fair Oaks Farmstand

Nov 19, 2024 01:35PM ● By Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank Farm News Release

Something exciting is sprouting at the Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank Farm—a new farmstand that will offer fresh, local produce and help our community flourish!

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Turkey Bowl 2024: Another Record-Breaking Year!

Nov 19, 2024 01:16PM ● By MaryAnne Povey and photos by Tim Engle

Gobble, gobble! Turkey Bowl 2024 was a feather ruffling success!

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Sac County Celebrates Food Safety Excellence

Oct 02, 2024 09:48AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

To honor the remarkable food safety efforts of local restaurants and food facilities that protect the public from foodborne illnesses, and to celebrate National Food Safety Month, the Sacramento County Environmental Management Department recognized Sacramento County operators during the Board of Supervisors meeting on Sept. 10.

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Fair Oaks Chicken Festival Sept. 21

Sep 12, 2024 09:07AM ● By Judy Andrews

Start practicing your chicken calls because it’s almost time to celebrate the 19th Annual Fair Oaks Chicken Festival from 12 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at Fair Oaks Park (11549 Fair Oaks Blvd.).

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California Restaurant Foundation Elects Wayne Hilston as New Chair of the Board of Directors

Sep 10, 2024 03:41PM ● By California Restaurant Foundation News Release

The California Restaurant Foundation (CRF), a nonprofit that invests in and empowers California restaurants and its workforce, has elected Wayne Hilston as its new Chair of the Board of Directors.

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California Museum to Host 11th Annual Día de los Muertos Fiesta Oct. 12

Sep 05, 2024 10:21AM ● By California Museum News Release

Tickets are now available for the California Museum’s highly anticipated Día de los Muertos Fiesta on Saturday, Oct. 12.

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Broken Compass Plays at Aug. 29 Bands and Brews

Aug 19, 2024 05:40PM ● By Aaris A. Schroeder

Orangevale Bands and Brews is a free weekly family event Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m.

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Circus Vargas Returns with the Ultimate Entertainment Extravaganza

Aug 14, 2024 11:57AM ● By Circus Vargas News Release

Get ready to witness the most extraordinary display of talent and wonder under the Big Top. Circus Vargas is back with its all-new 2024 production, ‘Jubilé! An Epic World Celebration!’

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Mountain Mike’s of Fair Oaks Outstanding

Aug 09, 2024 12:06PM ● By Janice Row

I had a great time talking to Paul Grewal, the owner of Mountain Mike’s of Fair Oaks. You can tell by talking to him how much he loves his customers and his Mountain Mike’s family.

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Fair Oaks Summer Events Almost Over

Aug 07, 2024 10:48AM ● By MPG Staff

Join the community for several exciting events taking place in August and September.

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See Elvis Tribute Band, Aug. 22

Jul 24, 2024 11:27AM ● By Judy Andrews, Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce

Get ready to put on your blue suede shoes and come to this summer’s final Concerts in the Park performance on Thursday, Aug. 22, featuring entertainment from Jim Anderson and the Rebels

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Visit National Night Out Events Aug. 6

Jul 24, 2024 10:24AM ● By Ornella Rossi

With National Night Out (NNO) just around the corner, communities throughout the area are gearing up for a night of celebration, camaraderie and safety awareness on Tuesday, Aug.6

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Harvest Day Returns Aug. 3

Jul 24, 2024 10:17AM ● By Judy Andrews, photos by Judy Andrews

Harvest Day is hosted by the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Master Gardeners of Sacramento County and is free to attend

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State Fair Here for 17 Days

Jul 09, 2024 01:30PM ● By Carol Feineman

California State Fair Honors the State's Agricultural Industry, with Much to See and Enjoy

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Spice Up Your Summer

Jul 09, 2024 11:09AM ● By Helping Hands OV News Release

Helping Hands OV’s 3rd Annual Salsa Cook-Off Returns to Orangevale-Fair Oaks

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Cal Expo to Host Military, Veteran and First Responder Appreciation Day

Jul 03, 2024 11:04AM ● By Cal Expo News Release

Join Cal Expo on Wednesday, July 24

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Greater Sacramento Nonprofits Awarded Nearly Half Million Dollars from Bank of America

Jul 03, 2024 10:45AM ● By Bank of America News Release

Grants to 20 Organizations in Greater Sacramento Address Health and Jobs Needs of Individuals and Families

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Libraries to Provide Free Meals to Youth

Jun 18, 2024 01:31PM ● By Annie Kerr and Mitch Barber

Fourteen Public Libraries Throughout the Area are Offering Free Meals to Local Youth as Needed Throughout the Summer

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