Little Relics Boutique and Galleria in Midtown is home to handmade fine jewelry and original work by Eric Decetis and local artists.   Owner and artist Susan Rabinovitz has been running this new gallery for the past five and a half weeks. With monthly themes, she is able to show the abilities of various artists. The shop held a preview showing of "Love Your Mother Earth" Thursday. With inspirations from spring and Earth Day, the thematic art that was composed of recycled and repurposed items, as well as nature-filled artwork. From jewelry made of old credit cards to nature themed paintings, creativity filled the gallery. With recycle and reuse as the infused theme, one artist used someth

There are many holiday traditions that we all have and share. A tradition held by many around the world is listening to, participating in or performing “The Nutcracker.” Friday night the Sacramento Ballet hosted “Inside the Director’s Studio, Through the Dancer's Eye: The Nutcracker,” where dancers talked about “The Nutcracker” and shared their personal points of view. Artistic director Ron Cunningham welcomed guests to the event, saying the dancers would talk about their experiences and how they prepare for shows. Cunningham also called the audience’s attention to a Sacramento Ballet calendar featuring the photography of resident photographer Keith Sutter. Cunningham noted that the cal

Folsom residents saluted its 11th annual Folsom Veterans Day Parade this past Friday. Parade participants gathered at the Target parking lot on Blue Ravine Road and made their way towards City Lions Park. The theme for this year’s celebration was “Saluting our Newest Generation of Warriors: Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.” Thousands watched the parade as representatives from the armed forces, the City of Folsom, scout groups, community organizations and residents participated in honoring those who have served our country. Over 2,000 participants were involved in the parade. Representatives from various JROTC, ROTC, beauty pageants, youth sports and high school

La Raza Galería Posada (LRGP) once again gathered 50 organizations, artists and community members at their annual Panteón de Sacramento (Sacramento’s Cemetery). The event is in commemoration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). La Raza Galería Posada is located at 1022-1024 22nd Street. This year the event moved down the street to 1015 20th Street at J Street. The event was held on the last Saturday and Sunday of October and had many more hands on activities for visitors. The two day and evening festivities displayed altars dedicated to family members and loved ones who have passed away. Local not for profit organizations, area artists, families and individuals built colorful altar

  Several hundred people showed up to this weekend's Midtown Modern Arts Festival. The event took place on 20th Street between J & K and was enjoyed by children and adults. Various performances included the Sacramento Ballet, Capital Stage Company, The Sacramento Philharmonic, B Street Theatre, Sacramento Comedy Spot, the Harley White Jr. Orchestra and other acts. Over a dozen arts and performing organizations had stations set up to give those in attendance information about the many art programs offered in Sacramento and surrounding areas. Several demonstration tables also allowed visitors, mostly children, the opportunity to participate in arts, music and crafts set up by various o

Folsom Live is one of the largest and most anticipated entertainment events in Folsom and surrounding areas. This year the event was billed as “30 Bands, 10 Stages, 2 Nights” and Friday night’s entertainment and attendance was amazing. This year a large portion of the proceeds from Folsom Live will go to Hope Productions Foundation which is this year’s charity partner. Hope Productions Foundation is a nonprofit organization in Sacramento that provides support and training for local charities serving children and youth. The Foundation, with support from the community, has distributed over $2.1 million in contributions, resources and in-kind business training to local youth and children

The Citrus Heights Community Center, located at 6300 Fountain Square Drive, was once again the site for the Diversity Wedding and Special Events Show. The event celebrates all wedding traditions and caters to the cultural diversity of Sacramento. The one of a kind wedding event brought dozens of vendors. Event planners for all occasions were available; birthdays, quinceañeras and prom included. Hundreds of visitors came to the event to view the fashion show and get ideas for planning their own wedding. Providers of wedding attire, bartender and catering services and equipment rentals were on hand to showcase their goods and services as well as florists, jewelers and limo services. Phot

The Crest Theater hosted the 2011 Reina Fiestas Patrias. The event was presented by the Mexican Cultural Center of Northern California (MCCNC). Ten contestants vied to win the beauty and talent competition and become the Patriot Queen of Festivities for the Mexican Independence holidays. The gala event brought hundreds of supporters to the Crest Theatre to witness an evening full of music, dance, tradition, folklore and a lively beauty competition. Each year the committee puts on this event to celebrate the beauty of Mexico and to showcase its culture, art and traditions. The emcees for the evening were Angelica Marquez and Luis Enrique Garcia. Garcia started off the event by welcoming

The second annual Battle at the Capital football competition took place at Del Oro High School’s Golden Eagle Stadium over Labor Day weekend. Along with a series of football games, the event honored those who have given their lives in the armed forces. Proceeds from the event will benefit wounded veterans. The event has been so successful that next year’s will take place in both Northern and Southern California. Should the growth continue, organizers are shaping expansion plans that may spread across the United States. The Battle at the Capital kicked off with a golf tournament on Aug. 29 at Sun City Lincoln Hills. The Wounded Veteran tournament was a successful fundraiser. The Del Or

  This year’s Chalk It Up! event appeared to have outgrown its venue at Fremont Park. Thousands of visitors came to enjoy the three day annual event. As usual, the event was held during the Labor Day weekend. Talented and creative artists of all ages participated using just chalk and the sidewalk around Fremont Park to create some magnificent pieces of art. Music has always been a centerpiece of the event and once again Jerry Perry Presents put together a great lineup. Close to three dozen local musicians and bands participated to create another memorable Chalk It Up. Children’s activities, a beer garden, food and numerous vendors shared the grounds at Fremont Park. Chalk It Up! help