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Local writer hosts Spanish writing group

Local writer hosts Spanish writing group

Local Sacramento writer Raquel Ruiz has started up Sacramento's first Spanish writing group.  It is based on the Amherst Writers & Artist method (AWA).

The writer's group is specially for cancer survivors, family members and/or friends of cancer patients, but Ruiz says all aspiring writers are welcome to join her FREE group. The participants don't need to have any writing experience, only the desire to write in Spanish.

The writing group will begin meeting on March 3 at the UC Davis Medical Center located at 4800 2nd Avenue, Suite 2200.

"The writing group is free of cost. I'm donating my time and UC Davis is donating their Cancer Center facility," said Ruiz.

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Animal House Pet of the Week - March 1, 2011

The Sacramento & Co. Animal House introduces "Jezebel"

Jezebel (ID#A364732), is a 2 to 3-year old female, blue and white Pit Bull Terrier mix.  She is a calm "lap dog," who wants nothing more than to snuggle up next to you on the couch, while you are reading or watching TV.  But, Jezebel is no "couch potato" and loves to get up and go places...just so she can be with you!  She is tolerant of other dogs, but should be adopted into a home where she is the only dog.  Jezebel really just wants you, without having to share!   If you are that special person who welcomes her into your home, Jezebel will reward you with love and loyalty for life. 

Since she is currently in a foster home, the shelter will have to schedule Jezebel for a "meet and greet" with potential adopters.  She has already been spayed, so she can go home the same day she is adopted. 

Sacramento Beer Week - February 28, 2011

It's a whole week of festivities celebrating that oh so lovely, refreshing and tasty beverage: beer! The 2nd Annual Beer Week began on Friday, February 25th and goes through Sunday, March 6th. That's plenty of time to experience the over 300 exciting beer tastings and delicious food experiences from the Sacramento area.

Rick Seller joins Guy and Melissa in the Sac & Co. kitchen to explain what you can expect at this fun event.

Why Celebrate Sacramento Beer?
-We have eight world-class breweries

-Sacramento has a long & celebrated history with beer

-Beer generates billions in state taxes


What can People Expect?
-Beer Dinners

-Scavenger Hunts

-Outdoor exercises - runs & bike rides

-Beer Education Classes

-Capital Beer Fest

-A Good Time!

March Meow Madness at Happy Tails! March 5-6

March Meow Madness at Happy Tails! March 5-6

Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary-March Meow Madness Halftime Adoption Fees for All Adult Cats:

Saturday, March 5 - Sunday, March 6 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
6001 Folsom Blvd. and PetSmart -1738 Watt Ave.
Sacramento, CA
556-1155

*$22.50 for Cats 1 year to 8 years old
Two for the Price of One
*$12.50 for Cats 8 years and older
Two for the Price of One

http://www.happytails.org/

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Ronald McDonald House gets a bit of a makeover thanks to La-Z-Boy Galleries

Ronald McDonald House gets a bit of a makeover thanks to La-Z-Boy Galleries

Guests of the Ronald McDonald House can rest a little easier. This morning La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries made another special delivery of new furniture to Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern California, bringing the contribution total to nearly $20,000 to the local House.

The partnership, which started in 2009, is supported by local owners Liz & Jim Reego, who own six La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries in Northern California. The much-needed donations support the local House which serves as a "home away from home" for families with a hospitalized child due to illness or injury.

"I sympathize with families dealing with a sick child," said owner Liz Reego. "When I was 14, I had an illness in which I spent six months living in a hospital far from home.

Allaye Chan Law - February 28, 2011

Dealing with financial issues can be stressful and can impact other areas of life. It can be hard to concentrate at work, when money worries are constant and personal relationships can be impacted as well when the bills keep coming but the money to cover them doesn't.  However, there are options to rescue those who are drowning in debt and that lifeline, can help get those in financial trouble, back on the road to recovery.

East Sacramento fifth grader among student ambassadors to Canada

East Sacramento fifth grader among student ambassadors to Canada

SACRAMENTO, CA  -- Samantha Warren of East Sacramento, a fifth grader at Courtyard School, will join a student delegation that heads to Canada in July as part of an educational and cultural exchange. 

 

Samantha is among a group of 40 Northern California students selected by People to People International, a student ambassador program founded by President Dwight D. Eisenhower to promote international understanding and cooperation.