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Ring in the New Year in Sacramento!

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New Year’s Eve is tomorrow! If you plan to ring in the New Year locally, the greater Sacramento area has tons in store—from family-friendly events to luxurious celebrations, we’ve got you covered! Read on for the full rundown of events.

Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Events: Will you be spending New Year’s Eve with your family this year? Check out links to family-friendly events, activities and more below!

Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink  

Noon Year’s Eve at the Crocker

LA Clippers vs. Sacramento Kings @ Golden 1

2019 New Year’s Eve Sky Spectacular

Swing in the New Year @ TopGolf in Rocklin

Midday Family New Year’s Eve 2020 – Dave & Buster’s Roseville

New Year’s Day @ Fairytale Town (January 1st)

 

Ring in the New Year Out on the Town: Hoping to spend New Year’s Eve out on the town? From comedy shows to New Year’s Eve bashes on land (and even water), we’ve got you covered! Click on the below links to find the right event for you and your friends.

Crawl Til The Ball Falls: Sacramento NYE 2020 Bar Crawl

New Year’s and Chill @ The Bank

New Year’s Eve 2nd Street Bar Crawl

New Year’s Eve @ Old Ironsides

New Year’s Eve @ Hyatt Regency Sacramento

Revival New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball

New Year’s Eve @ Harlow’s

MiX New Year’s Eve 2020

New Year’s Eve Comedy

Sacramento’s last Laughs – New Year’s Eve Countdown Show

NYE Bash @ Drake’s: The Barn

Roaring 20’s New Year’s Eve Aboard the Delta King

 

Dine in Style this New Year’s Eve: Foodies rejoice! Sacramento has an impressive line-up of restaurants with New Year’s Eve offerings and specials. Reservations are filling up quickly though so be sure to make one ahead of time online!

New Years Eve Dinner @ Rev

Special New Year’s Eve Dinner @ 58  Degrees & Holding

Veuve By the Glass @ Seasons 52

New Year’s Eve Special Menu & Offers @ Allora

4-Course Pre-Fix Dinner @ Fabian’s Italian Bistro

Ring in the New Year @ Paragay’s

Special 4-Course Menu @ The Firehouse Restaurant

Click here for the full list of restaurants with special offerings.

Do you have any New Year’s Eve plans tomorrow in the Sacramento area? Let us know about your plans in the comments section below!

Celebrate “National Gingerbread House Day” with These Fun & Festive Gingerbread Creations!

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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 houses a fun family tradition around the world.

In honor of this holiday, I’m sharing some of my favorite gingerbread creations with you. Whether you need an eye-catching centerpiece, a holiday dessert spread, or a traditional gingerbread house, I’ve got you covered!

 

Create a Classic Gingerbread House: When building a gingerbread house, the question comes to mind… “To bake or not to bake?” If you’re feeling adventurous, check out this step-by-step tutorial that covers all the basics from baking and assembling to decorating your house. If you want to simplify the process and get straight to the decorating, you can find kits like this Wilton® Build It Yourself Mini Village Gingerbread Kit that is available at most Walmart locations.

Create a Gingerbread House Ornament: Looking to spruce up your Christmas tree decorations? Create this adorable gingerbread house ornament! This keepsake makes for a great family activity and it creates lasting memories for years to come. Just make sure to assemble the house the night before so that the frosting dries and has completely set before decorating. Get the full tutorial here.

Wow Your Guests with a Gingerbread Centerpiece: This gingerbread cookie tree would make a great centerpiece. The best part? It doubles as a dessert! Get the recipe here.

Bake a Gingerbread Cheesecake: Up your cheesecake game with this rich and creamy gingerbread cheesecake layered with gingerbread loaf batter and topped with crushed gingersnaps and drizzles of caramel. Check out the full recipe here.

Create Gingerbread Place Card Holder: Direct your guests to the table in style with these homemade gingerbread cookies. They are not only yummy but they also double as adorable place card holders with just a little creativity! Grab some tags and bakers twine to complete your place cards.

 

 

Home for the Holidays – Holiday Happenings Taking Place in Sacramento & Beyond!

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year where sparkling lights, homemade sugar cookies, quality family time, and holiday cheer reign all month long! That’s why this month’s newsletter covers everything from the best Christmas light displays, to festive decorating tips, to local events and holiday happenings!

Will you be home for the holidays? Explore local events and happenings taking place in and around the Sacramento area this month by clicking on the below links!

  1. 2019 Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink (Now through January 20) 
  2. Sacramento Kings Game Schedule 
  3. 2019 Theatre of Lights (Now through December 24 – select days)
  4. 12 Days of DOCO Jingle Jams (Now through December 24 – select days)
  5. Sacramento River Train: Magical Christmas Train (Now through December 23 – select days)
  6. Nutcracker Magic @ Historic Sacramento Theater (Now through December 22 – select days)
  7. Capital Stage: The Whickhams: Christmas at Pemberley (Now through December 29)
  8. B Street Theater: An Open Fire (Now through December 29)
  9. Santa River Cruises Aboard the Hornblower (Select weekends in December)
  10. Winter Wonderland @ Fairytale Town (Select weekends in December)
  11. Cookies with Santa in Old Fair Oaks (December 13)
  12. Breakfast with Santa in Old Fair Oaks (December 14)
  13. Holiday Magic @ The Sacramento Zoo (December 14)
  14. Crafts & Drafts @ Drakes: The Barn (December 14)
  15. Grinch Day @ Sacramento Ice Rink (December 14)
  16. Sacramento SPCA Jingle Bell Pup Crawl (December 14)
  17. Carriage Rides @ El Dorado Hills Town Center (Select weekends in December)
  18. Sacramento Santa Run (December 21)
  19. Santa Hustle 5K, Half Marathon & Kids Dash in Roseville (December 22)
  20. Pajama Party Christmas Eve @ Sacramento Zoo (December 24)
  21. New Year’s Eve Sky Spectacular in Old Sacramento (December 31)

Wondering where you can catch a dazzling light display this year? Click on the below links for my top four picks before planning your outing!

  1. Bayside Christmas Lights Drive-Thru in Roseville (Now through December 31): Join Bayside for its 4th Annual Christmas Lights Drive-Thru that is sure to delight the entire community. Round up your crew, jump in the car, listen to your favorite Christmas music, and enjoy a mile of spectacular lights! Free tickets are required to manage traffic flow. Click here to learn more.
  2. East Sacramento’s Fab 40s Christmas Lights (Neighborhood Event): Grab your hot chocolate and bundle up while you admire this classic, established East Sacramento neighborhood for its beautiful homes and brilliant light displays. This neighborhood is transformed into a winter wonderland during the holiday season with lights and garland draped around the tree-lined streets.
  3. Dovewood Court Christmas Lights in Orangevale (Neighborhood Event): The residents of Dovewood Court bring this cozy cul-de-sac to life during the holiday season with iconic Christmas figures, holiday music, interactive light displays and much more! This light display tends to draw in large crowds so I suggest parking your car nearby and strolling the cul-de-sac for the best experience.
  4. Pebble Creek Christmas Lights in Rocklin (Neighborhood Event): This neighborhood has been attracting spectators for years with its popular Disney theme and elaborate light displays! Stroll through the neighborhood by foot or bundle up in the car and roll down the windows for an impressive display of lights!

It’s time to deck the halls (and nearly every room in your house) with these fun and festive holiday decorating tips!

Incorporate Mini Trees into Your Home: Is your home in need of some Christmas cheer? Place mini trees on your empty side tables to spruce them up and to add a pop of color to your home. Trader Joe’s is selling mini “Cyprus Grump Trees” inspired the Grinch himself to cheer up any grouch this holiday season!

Decorate with Garland: Make every inch of your home merry and bright by adding a string of Garland to your mantle, staircase, window or even your oversized headboard! If you don’t already have garland packed away in storage with your other holiday decorations, Home Depot has lots of options to browse.

Bring on the Plaid: Do you have guests coming over for the holidays? Transform your guest bedroom/s into a cozy winter retreat by adding some plaid bedding and you guessed it…some more garland to hang above the headboard!

Add a Touch of Blue: A winter color palette of icy blues and snowy whites proves to be the perfect pairing when it comes to Christmas decor this year. You can incorporate these tones into your Christmas tree, mantel and more!

Wishing you and your loved ones joy, good health, and holiday cheer this Christmas season!

Celebrating Thanksgiving in Sacramento

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Thanksgiving is almost here, which means it’s time to bring on the stuffing, buttery mashed potatoes, turkey and pumpkin pie! That’s why this month’s newsletter is dedicated to all things Thanksgiving – from traditional recipes with a fun twist, to local events that you can attend with family and friends, to Thanksgiving-worthy table settings and decor, we’ve got you covered.

Are you staying in town this year to celebrate Thanksgiving with friends and family? Explore local events, happenings and volunteer opportunities that are taking place in and around the Sacramento area this holiday season!

Events and Happenings:

  1. 2019 Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink (Now through January 20) 
  2. B Street Theater: An Open Fire (Now through December 29)
  3. Fortunate Feast: A Holiday Gathering (November 26)
  4. 2019 Old Sacramento Tree Lighting Ceremony (November 27)
  5. 2019 Theater of Lights (Now through December 24 – select days)
  6. THANKZOO: A Special Thank You (November 28)
  7. 2019 Crocker Holiday Artisan Market (November 29)
  8. Trans-Siberian Orchestra (November 29)
  9. Fairytale Town Canned Food Drive (November 29)

Volunteer Opportunities:

  1. Donate to Loaves and Fishes Holiday Headquarters
  2. Donate to Animals at the The Sacramento SPCA or Front Street Animal Shelter
  3. Donate to Toys for Tots (contact me today to coordinate dropping off a new, unwrapped toy to one of our office locations)
  4. Donate or Volunteer at a Canned Food Drive
  5. Run to Feed the Hungry (November 28)
  6. Elk Grove Gobble Wobble (November 28)
  7. Roseville Turkey Trot (November 28)
  8. Folsom Turkey Trot (November 28)

Thanksgiving is synonymous with family, gratitude and of course, delicious food! From tasty appetizers and main meal items to drinks and desserts, these Thanksgiving recipes will be sure to impress everyone at the dinner table this year.

Tasty Appetizers: While the mains tend to steal the show on Thanksgiving, these tasty apps will keep your hangry guests happy until dinner is served!

  1. Cranberry Brie Bites
  2. Turkey Veggie Tray
  3. Thanksgiving Deviled Eggs
  4. Turkey Cheese Ball
  5. Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip
  6. Crockpot Cranberry BBQ Meatballs
  7. Bacon-Wrapped Brussels Sprouts
  8. Roasted Rosemary Cashews
  9. Savory Pumpkin Hummus
  10. Turkey Fruit Tray

Delicious Mains: Ready to gobble til you wobble? These beloved mains will have your guests running back for seconds!

Let’s Talk Turkey:

  1. Traditional Roast Turkey
  2. Deep-Fried Turkey
  3. BBQ Spice-Brined Grilled Turkey
  4. Tofurky Roast

Mashed Potato Mash-Up: 

  1. Buttery-Herbed Mashed Potatoes
  2. Creamy Mashed Potatoes
  3. Cheesy Mashed Potato Casserole
  4. Scalloped Potatoes
  5. Garlic Mashed Cauliflower
  6. Sweet Potato Casserole
  7. Sweet Potatoes & Marshmallows

Please Pass the Sides:

  1. Green Bean Casserole
  2. Popovers
  3. Apple Bacon Cranberry Salad
  4. Classic Thanksgiving Stuffing
  5. Homemade Cranberry Sauce
  6. Mom’s Famous Turkey Gravy
  7. Parmesan Roasted Carrots
  8. Easy Buttermilk Cornbread
  9. Homemade Dinner Rolls
  10. Garlic Mushrooms
  11. Best Homemade Mac & Cheese

Festive Drinks: From festive cocktails and punches to delicious mocktails, we have a drink for everyone to enjoy!

  1. Cranberry Champagne Cocktail
  2. Thanksgiving Sangria
  3. Smoky Harvest Apple Cider Margarita
  4. Apple-Brandy Hot Toddies
  5. Thanksgiving Punch (Non-Alcoholic)
  6. Apple Cider Mimosas
  7. Pumpkin Spice Mules
  8. Thanksgiving Jungle Juice
  9. Cranberry Jello Shots
  10. Cranberry Lime Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic)

Delectable Desserts: Pass the pie! Here’s a look at some of our favorite Thanksgiving pies.

  1. Thanksgiving Tri-Pie
  2. Grandma’s Apple Pie
  3. Perfect Pumpkin Pie
  4. Best-Ever Pumpkin Cheesecake
  5. Pecan Pie
  6. Sweet Potatoe Pie
  7. Cheesecake Apple Pie
  8. Skillet Caramel Apple Pie
  9. Brown Butter Maple Chess Pie
  10. Gingersnap Pumpkin Pie

Whether you’re hosting for the first time or the 10th time, let your table setting set the tone for this year’s Thanksgiving feast! Click on the below links for some eye-catching ideas and designs.

Create a Modern & Rustic Table Setting: Gorgeous copper silverware, earthy linens, and fresh bouquets come together to create a modern and rustic table setting. Learn how to re-create this look here.

Add a Beautiful Thanksgiving Tablescape: Add instant color to your table with this stunning pumpkin-floral centerpiece. Learn how to make it here.

Personalize Your Table with Place Cards: Lead your guests to their spot at the table with these adorable homemade place cards. Create them here.

Don’t Forget the Kids’ Table: Let the kids join in on the fun with a Turkey-tastic kids’ table! Learn what materials are needed here!

Do you have any Thanksgiving traditions of your own? Let me know in the comments section below! 

Russ Teague

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