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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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Curiosities of the Russian River

Jun 13, 2024 10:35AM ● By Dannah Nielsen, MPG Travel Correspondent, photos by Dannah Nielsen

The Russian River Stretches Over 115 Miles

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Invasive Fruit Fly Quarantine Lifted in Sacramento County

Jun 11, 2024 11:59AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Declares End of the Oriental Fruit Fly Quarantine in Sacramento County

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New Rice Bowl’s New Owner Continues Traditions

Jun 11, 2024 11:47AM ● By Mitch Barber, photos by Mitch Barber

Kate Tang Owns New Rice Bowl Boba Milk Tea Express in Carmichael

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5 Over 50 Volunteer Award Winners Announced

Jun 04, 2024 11:38AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s Adult and Aging Commission Proudly Presents the 5 Over 50 Volunteer Award to Five Outstanding Individuals

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Effie Gala Back June 9

May 29, 2024 02:50PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Nature Lovers Will Open Their Hearts and Wallets For the Effie Yeaw Nature Center Gala on June 9

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Community Celebrates Paisley Café, Dirtbag Tea Company Ribbon-Cutting

May 23, 2024 03:07PM ● By MaryAnne Povey, photos by MaryAnne Povey

In Celebration of the New Ownership of Paisley Café and a New Business, Dirtbag Tea Company, a Joint Ribbon-Cutting Event was Held

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Community Health Fair Provides Critical Resources

May 07, 2024 03:42PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

First Step Communities Stages 2nd Community Health Fair in Sacramento County

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May Days in Fair Oaks

Apr 23, 2024 12:54PM ● By Judy Andrews

Fair Oaks Chamber to Host Several Big Events

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FORPD Announces Exciting May Events

Apr 23, 2024 11:59AM ● By Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District News Release

Garden Gala for the Arts, Shakespeare in the Park, and Fair Oaks Summer Preview to Take Place in Fair Oaks

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Bike Fest 2024: Let's Ride

Apr 16, 2024 01:17PM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

Festival to Take Place at William B. Pond Park in Carmichael

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The A’s are Coming to Town

Apr 09, 2024 02:20PM ● By Angela Underwood

Oakland Athletics Moving Their Dugout to 400 Ballpark Drive in West Sacramento Starting with the 2025 Season

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Grocery Outlet Celebrates New Owners with Ribbon Cutting

Apr 09, 2024 02:08PM ● By MaryAnne Povey

Orangevale Chamber of Commerce Celebrates New Ownership of Grocery Outlet Orangevale

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The Raley’s Companies Team Up with FirstFruits Farms

Apr 09, 2024 11:46AM ● By The Raley’s Companies News Release

58,000-Pound Apple Donation Made

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Spring Into Fair Oaks

Mar 19, 2024 09:32AM ● By Judy Andrews, Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce

Monthly Pop-Up Events Take Place at Fair Oaks Park

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American Legion BBQ & Boots Dinner And Dance

Mar 19, 2024 09:25AM ● By American Legion Post 383 News Release

Event to Take Place on April 13

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Bike Fest 2024, Let’s Ride!

Mar 13, 2024 03:03PM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

On May 18, 2024, Bike Fest Will Take Place at William B. Pond Park in Carmichael

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Nick The Greek Proudly Celebrates 70th Restaurant

Mar 13, 2024 12:02PM ● By Powerhouse+Co. News Release

New Location In Fair Oaks

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A Delta Day Trip

Mar 13, 2024 11:03AM ● By Dannah Nielsen, travel writer, photos by Dannah Nielsen

Travel Writer Dannah Nielsen Describes the Communities that are Part of the California Delta

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A St. Patty’s to Remember is Underway at The Old Sacramento Waterfront

Mar 07, 2024 03:52PM ● By Traci Rockefeller Cusack, T-Rock Communications News Release

Old Sacramento Waterfront Hosts Events for St. Patrick's Day

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Nick the Greek Brings New Tastes to Fair Oaks

Feb 21, 2024 04:43PM ● By Tamara Warta, photo by Tamara Warta

Fair Oaks is home to many ethnic restaurants. In a few days, the town can add Greek food to its impressive roster

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