GARDEN-RELATED ACTIVITIES
PERSIMMONS AND HONEY
Where: Bushnell Gardens, 5255 Douglas Blvd., Granite Bay
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today
Admission: Free
Details: www.bushnellgardens.com or (916) 791-4199
Otow Orchard, known for its Japanese-style dried persimmons, and local honey from Rickey Ranch, offer a taste of fall, Sacramento style. Learn about persimmons and honey (and beekeeping, too) during this free tasting event.
FALL COLOR IN THE ROSE GARDEN
Where: Historic City Cemetery, 1000 Broadway, Sacramento
When: 10 a.m. next Saturday
Admission: Free; donations welcome
Details: www.oldcitycemetery.com or (916) 448-0811
Discover that not all is dead in the cemetery; fall color brings the landscape alive, especially in the heritage rose garden. Docent Anita Clevenger will point out late-season rose blooms, colorful leaves and bright rose hips during this free walking tour.
CONTAINER PLANTS FROM WINTER COLOR
Where: UC Davis' arboretum terrace garden
When: 2 p.m. next Saturday
Admission: Free
Details: arboretum.ucdavis.edu or (530) 752-4880
During this guided tour, learn how container gardens can enliven a deck or patio or create a lush oasis while conserving water.
HOME-RELATED ACTIVITIES
SACRAMENTO CENTER FOR THE TEXTILE ARTS SHOW
Where: Shepard Garden and Arts Center, 3330 McKinley Blvd., Sacramento
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. today and Sunday
Admission: Free
Details: (916) 808-8800
It's not just clothes; it's "Art to Wear," the theme of this annual show. Handmade textiles and beadwork by local artists will be featured in a fashion show at 10 a.m. each day. Afterward, visitors can browse the displays and learn more about these unique garments.
ANNUAL ALTERNATIVE CHRISTMAS MARKET
Where: Fremont Presbyterian Church, 5770 Carlson Drive, Sacramento.
When: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. today and Sunday
Admission: Free
Details: (916) 452-7132
This pre-holiday boutique offers something different: native crafts from Third World countries. For more local holiday happenings, checkout the garden calendar on Page 6.
SACRAMENTO ANTIQUE FAIRE
Where: 21st Street between X and Y streets, Sacramento.
When: 6:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday.
Admission: $3; youth age 16 and younger admitted free. Free parking.
Details: www.sacantiquefaire.com or (916) 600-9770.
Gear up for the holiday shopping or find something special for yourself. This outdoor antiques fair features hundreds of vendors, offering a wealth of vintage merchandise. Find a full list of vendors for this month's show online at the faire's website. Plenty of food booths, too, to enjoy while browsing.
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