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Light Up The Cemetery on Nov. 5

Oct 20, 2026 03:01PM ● By MPG Staff

The Fair Oaks Cemetery District invites the community to join them for a special evening of remembrance, reflection and celebration at “Light Up the Cemetery” on Nov. 5, starting at 4 p.m.

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Even in Today’s Economy, a New Home May Be More Affordable Than You Realize

Oct 20, 2026 09:34AM ● By Tim Murphy, North State Building Industry Association

It’s no secret that mortgage interest rates have climbed sharply this year, due in part to the ongoing conflict in Iran and uncertainties about oil supplies and cost. Rates have broken the 7% level and are likely to inch even higher.

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California Capital Airshow Celebrates 20 Years

Oct 19, 2026 12:02PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Milestone event featured two days of aerial performances, a nighttime show and a salute to America’s 250th

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Celebrate American Archives Month with the Sacramento Archives Crawl

Sacramento Archives Crawl Coming

Oct 13, 2026 03:31PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

Celebrate American Archives Month with the Sacramento Archives Crawl from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 17.

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Fathers and Daughters Enjoy Fishing and Family Fun

Oct 12, 2026 04:06PM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

American River Parkway Foundation strives to make the American River Parkway more accessible to all in Sacramento County and beyond

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Fair Oaks Amphitheatre Celebrates Lennon's Birthday

Oct 05, 2026 07:19PM ● By MPG Staff

This Friday, Oct. 9th, “John Lennon's Birthday Bash” concert will be held at the Veterans Memorial Amphitheatre in the Fair Oaks Village.

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Helping Hands OV Brings Community Spirit to October

Oct 05, 2026 07:13PM ● By Helping Hands OV News Release

Helping Hands OV is keeping the Orangevale-Fair Oaks community connected this October with opportunities to give back, have some fun and support local neighbors.

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Steel Drums Bring Cultures Together

Oct 05, 2026 07:03PM ● By Ryley Metten

Orangevale’s Martin Ross to teach history on steel drums through electrifying presentation

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The event will feature miles of aircraft

California Capital Airshow Returns with Night Show and World-Renowned Performer Lineup

Oct 05, 2026 10:40AM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 20th annual California Capital Airshow (CCA), presented in partnership by Sacramento County and the City of Rancho Cordova, returns Oct. 10-11 from noon to 8 p.m. daily at Mather Airport in Sacramento.

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California Writers Week in the Capitol Region

Sep 29, 2026 10:16AM ● By California Writers Week News Release

California Writers Week, an annual recognition of the talents and contributions of writers in our state, takes place the third week of October.

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Almost a thousand volunteers removed 11,470 pounds of trash

More Than 11,470 Pounds of Trash Removed by Volunteers During River Clean-Up

Sep 29, 2026 09:42AM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

The American River Parkway Foundation’s largest clean-up of the year spanned 13 sites along the American River Parkway

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United Way Invites Women to ‘Innovate and Ignite’ Foster Youth Event

Sep 29, 2026 09:36AM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

Four prominent local women leaders will join guests for fireside chat

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Senior Resource Fair Comes to Fair Oaks

Sep 21, 2026 02:43PM ● By Judy Andrews, photos by Judy Andrews

The Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce hosted its inaugural Senior Resource Fair on Sept. 10 at New Life Community Church in Fair Oaks.

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Chicken Festival Returns

Sep 21, 2026 02:35PM ● By Abbey Wicks, photos by Abbey Wicks

The 21st annual Fair Oaks Chicken Festival drew hundreds of attendees to Fair Oaks Park Sept. 19.

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Mama, Art Your Heart Out

Sep 15, 2026 10:41AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Aria Zuloaga Walker is the founder and program director for Mama, Art Your Heart Out, affectionately called MAYHO, a local social support group for moms with autistic children.

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S.A.F.E. Event to Shine Light on Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking

Sep 14, 2026 11:52AM ● By MAD LIT News Release

The public is invited to attend a powerful event, S.A.F.E. – Stopping Abuse for Everyone, to help bring awareness, education, intervention, prevention and healing to the issues of domestic violence and human trafficking.

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Sacramento’s Biggest Outdoor Oktoberfest is Coming!

Sep 14, 2026 11:39AM ● By Cal Expo News Release

Get ready for a brand-new fall tradition coming to Cal Expo! On Oct. 9 – 10, Saktoberfest is coming for two days of live music, traditional food, games, family-friendly fun and Oktoberfest celebrations.

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Celebrating Transit Month in September

Sep 08, 2026 04:32PM ● By Sacramento Area Council of Governments News Release

Sacramento riders can earn gift cards by simply logging their rides

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Things to Do in Fair Oaks

Sep 08, 2026 11:34AM ● By Judy Andrews, Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce

September and October are perfect months to spend outdoors in Fair Oaks.

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Salsa, Music and Community Spice Up Fifth Annual Cook-Off

Sep 08, 2026 11:24AM ● By Helping Hands OV News Release

Orangevale brought the heat Saturday, Aug. 15, as Helping Hands OV hosted its fifth annual Salsa Cook-Off, serving up a flavorful afternoon of food, music, dancing, art and plenty of community spirit.

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Get Ready to Bawk!

Sep 08, 2026 11:19AM ● By Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District News Release

What to Look Forward to at the 2026 Fair Oaks Chicken Festival

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From Tragedy to Tradition

Aug 31, 2026 05:43PM ● By AMPLIFY 360 News Release

Sac-Town Rodeo Supports a Sacramento Legacy

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Finding Capacity and Resilience

Aug 31, 2026 05:04PM ● By Abbey Wicks

Exploring Somatic Therapy and Dream Work with Nicole Lemaster, LFMT, SEP

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Careers Take Flight at Mather

Aug 24, 2026 02:02PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Destination Aviation gives students a hands-on look at aerospace and STEM careers

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Women’s Empowerment Celebrates 25 Years at Silver Anniversary Gala

Aug 24, 2026 12:39PM ● By Women’s Empowerment News Release

Celebrating 25 years of empowering Sacramento women and children to rise from homelessness, Women’s Empowerment will hold its Silver Anniversary Gala on Sept. 25.

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Tribute Band, CCSegeR, Brings the Music of Bob Seger and Creedence Clearwater Revival to Fair Oaks

Aug 19, 2026 11:34AM ● By CCSegeR Tribute Band News Release

Get ready for a night of timeless American Rock as CCSegeR, Northern California’s award-winning classic rock tribute band, takes the stage at Fair Oaks Veterans Memorial Amphitheater on Saturday, Aug. 29.

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Energetic San Francisco Based Band, Dirty Cello, Performs in Fair Oaks

Aug 17, 2026 02:57PM ● By Ryley Metten

Get your dancing shoes on! San Francisco based band, Dirty Cello is performing in Fair Oaks this August.

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Sacramento History Museum to Highlight Three Trail-Blazing Women During a Special History on Stage! Live Evening Performance on Aug. 15

Aug 11, 2026 12:49PM ● By Sacramento History Museum News Release

As part of its continuing Chautauqua Speakers Series, the Sacramento History Museum is proud to present "History on Stage! Three California Women Who Refused to Conform," an evening of powerful live performances on Saturday evening, Aug. 15, at 7 p.m.

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Destination Aviation Takes Flight

Aug 10, 2026 12:37PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

California Capital Airshow connects local students with aviation professionals, hands-on experiences and career opportunities

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History of Sacramento Baseball on Display

Aug 05, 2026 08:52AM ● By Jennifer Corriea, photos by Jennifer Corriea

For baseball fans looking to escape the summer heat, a drive to the Sacramento History Museum will treat visitors to the Play Ball! exhibit that traces the history of baseball in Sacramento from the first official game in 1860 to the present-day River Cats team.

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Summer Fun Run in the Books

Aug 04, 2026 11:34AM ● By Abbey Wicks

Families with young children flocked to Phoenix Park on Saturday, July 25 for the annual Summer Fun Run sponsored by the Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District (FORPD).

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We Say Goodbye to a Summer Tradition: The Last Summer California State Fair

Aug 03, 2026 10:29AM ● By California State Fair News Release

The 2026 California State Fair wrapped-up another year of a summer tradition at Cal Expo, bringing families and friends together from across California and other states.

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