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The 1800s make a comeback in Old Sac Easter parade

By Richard Chang - Updated: Sunday, March 31 2013 - 11:51 am

The threat of rain didn't put a damper on this year's Easter Bonnet Promenade in Old Sacramento.

Living History Annual Easter Bonnet Promenade

Key Sacramento spots for celebrating St. Patrick's Day

By Chris Macias - Updated: Sunday, March 17 2013 - 12:54 pm

St. Patrick's Day arrives Sunday, meaning this usual one-day blowout will transform into three days of green-drenched shenanigans.

Sacramento region's first baby of 2013 born to Tracy woman

By Bill Lindelof - Updated: Wednesday, January 2 2013 - 3:26 pm

Allison Donecker lost track of the time around New Year's Eve. It's understandable.

Closed on New Year's Day

Published: Sunday, December 30 2012 - 12:00 am

The following offices are closed Tuesday in honor of New Year's Day:

Multimedia presentation at Crocker museum honors Ruby Bridges

By Stephen Magagnini - Updated: Saturday, December 29 2012 - 12:02 am

The saga of Ruby Bridges, a brave 6-year-old who became the first African American student to integrate Louisiana schools in 1960, came to life Friday at the Crocker Art Museum's Family Kwanzaa Concert.

Best New Year's Eve live-music acts in the Sacramento region

By Carla Meyer - Updated: Tuesday, January 1 2013 - 2:45 pm

Champagne toasts and balloon drops are common at New Year's Eve celebrations, if only because most hosts lack the gumption to offer a clown as a party favor.

California National Guard member enjoys holiday at home, not Afghanistan

By Laurel Rosenhall - Published: Wednesday, December 26 2012 - 12:00 am

Just a few weeks ago, Staff Sgt. Jason Baker wasn't sure whether he'd be eating Christmas dinner around the table with his family in Chico – or in a chow hall in Shindand, Afghanistan.