They're captivating, those ubiquitous, action-packed capoeira videos circulating on YouTube. But they hardly do the activity justice.

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New Year's Eve offers the perfect opportunity to shine and sparkle – and we're not just talking about the bubbly in the glasses.
DEAR SHOPPING: It seems all the stores I shop have stopped carrying the Max Factor brand.
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The Pacific Flyway is a busy "highway" for migratory waterfowl, many of which visit the wetlands of the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area between Sacramento and Davis, on the west end of the Yolo Causeway bridge.


Need a jolly diversion this week with friends and relatives? Area homes and neighborhoods are lighting up for the holidays. So, if you're looking for some bright ideas on how to spend an evening, hop in the car and take a look at these homes and businesses that will surely dazzle and delight.

Map: Click here to find the holiday lights in your area.


Mixing with the scent of fresh-pressed cider are fresh-cut evergreens, a holiday crop for many foothill farmers. And for folks in search of that perfect cut-your-own Christmas tree, a pleasant surprise is in store: Prices are the same as in 2008 - and sometimes lower.

Map: Click here to find out where you can cut your own Christmas tree this year.



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Rocklin woman with a knack for home decorating shares her joy of holidays with the world via her blog.

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They're captivating, those ubiquitous, action-packed capoeira videos circulating on YouTube. But they hardly do the activity justice.

The Pacific Flyway is a busy "highway" for migratory waterfowl, many of which visit the wetlands of the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area between Sacramento and Davis, on the west end of the Yolo Causeway bridge.


Looking for a place to throw a few snowballs or maybe do some snow-sledding? We've built this map just for you!

Map: Click here to find your favorite snow park.



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Santa's elves, dressed in the colors of holly leaves, greeted me as I boarded the Christmas Train in Woodland.

Sacramento Public Library cardholders are being encouraged to add their e-mail addresses to their library records as part of a money-saving effort.

Joanne Neft

Every Monday night for the past 50 weeks, Joanne Neft's Auburn home has been the place to eat in Placer County.

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