It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting Old Sacramento Waterfront in Sacramento, CA gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Sacramento, CA is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“Always Best Care has been providing me with service since January 2023. All the caregivers are very competent. The two who have been with me most of the time and provided me with the highest quality of care are Lorainne Nanca and Janie Torkelson. We could not do without them. Update 12/13/25 by Dennis Letl [husband]. Ann passed away on 11/15. We had secured the services from Always Best Care in January 2023, having them for nearly 3 years until Ann passed say. The care givers were exceptional. The ones who stood out included Lorainne, Janey, Cheyanne, Tiara, and Victoria. They all responded to Ann’s needs in a respectful and professional manner. And, in addition, the office staff were also extremely proficient and professional in their interaction with us. We highly recommend Always Best Care for care giving and related services. Dennis Letl.”
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“It all starts with Kristie, the scheduler! We are hard to please, but she has persevered and helped us find the right match. She is a thoughtful, kind and smart member of your team! Beth Cutler has become our most trusted helper. She is open to new routines and remembers all our little quirks. She has become a wonderful cook! She checks in if we ask for a new recipe, but she needs no tutoring the next time. She is prompt, resourceful and caring. She is a good problem solver and has initiated some great routines. She does laundry and tends to my needs. Nancy Farías has become our weekend caregiver. She sees what needs to be done and uses her time here like a whirlwind. She vacuums, mops the kitchen, does laundry and fixes our lunch and dinner - she is a confident cook and a caring helper. She too remembers how we like things to be done. She wants feedback and cheerfully adjusts things.”
“Always Best Care has been a wonderful addition to my mom’s home care. We have had many caregivers over the years but Raj has been so good with my mom. She is proactive and never misses a beat.. Raj has been an integral part of our family and we are so fortunate to have her….I also want to thank Kristie and the entire team behind the scenes making things as smooth as possible…”
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“Our family has used your service for our daughter Tamara Bohringer, who has stage 4 cancer, for the last 13 months. Juana Felix every Monday for 3 hours. Also, Ashley Wright every Thursday for 8 hours. They both helped taking care of her needs and their companionship has been priceless. Thank you for your services. Also add Janie Torkelson who has helped our regular care givers.”
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“Annie N. is the best caregiver. She goes above and beyond to care and assist my disabled father. She is highly experienced and professional. She always has a pleasant attitude and making sure all his basic needs are met. I noticed the difference in his mental health and working on his abilities to thrive, not focused too much on his disability. I highly recommend Always Best Care. They are great communicating with you and scheduling to ensure you have the right caregiver.”
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“We have received excellent care from Always Best Care for the past two years. They have consistently provided supportive, kind, and reliable caregivers, as well as top notch communication and support around scheduling. Our current caregivers, Juana and Shannon, have been the best medicine for my disabled husband. It has been a blessing to be able to rely on them to provide the much needed support at this time in our lives. We look forward to seeing them every week and every member of the family feels supported. Kamala has always been a responsive and flexible person to reach out to with questions or requests/changes in scheduling as well. All of the staff we have interacted with have been great. We have worked with 2 other agencies in the past and ABC is above and beyond any of our past experiences.”
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Belle Cooledge Park in Sacramento, CA with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local The Firehouse Restaurant or visit Sutter's Fort State Historic Park, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Sacramento, CA, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Sacramento, CA understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Sacramento, CA 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
If you were lucky enough to catch a glimpse of sunrise this morning, it was a spooky sight. Smoke has changed the color of the sky, and that may be here to stay this week.The smoke Tuesday comes not from California, but from our neighbors to the north. Wildfires in the Pacific Northwest continue to rage – with portions of Spokane, Washington, burned amid the fast-racing Spokane Complex Fires, which began over the weekend. In Oregon, wildfires over the past several weeks have darkened skies and reduced air quality across the nort...
If you were lucky enough to catch a glimpse of sunrise this morning, it was a spooky sight. Smoke has changed the color of the sky, and that may be here to stay this week.
The smoke Tuesday comes not from California, but from our neighbors to the north. Wildfires in the Pacific Northwest continue to rage – with portions of Spokane, Washington, burned amid the fast-racing Spokane Complex Fires, which began over the weekend. In Oregon, wildfires over the past several weeks have darkened skies and reduced air quality across the northern U.S. and Midwest.
As California’s heat wave begins to decay this week, the lower of atmospheric pressure over the state has pulled some of that smoke southward to the Golden State.
The majority of this smoke comes to California out of the north via the Pacific Ocean, where a smaller region of low pressure has captured more of this smoke closer to the surface, and drifted down unimpeded close to the Bay Area.
Over the next several days, this region of low pressure will funnel smoke through the Bay and into the Delta, where it will spread to the Central Valley cities of Sacramento, Stockton, Merced and Modesto. The most smoky times will likely be the evening — when the Delta breeze can carry that smoke inland.
This will make for noticeably hazier skies, with skies around sunrises and sunsets having a burnt orange hue as smoke scatters incoming light rays.
Despite the smoke actually being closer to the ground, there actually won’t be enough of it to lead to a hazardous dip in air quality.
As of mid-Tuesday, air quality across mid-Central Valley was between 40-60 on the Air Quality Index — right at the border between “good” and “moderate” on the scale. The air quality can be expected to dip slightly more over the coming days as values could reach 70 or 80, but the decline will not be not enough to require precautions. That could change if other fires were to start, and could continue to change by the weekend as fires in Oregon and Washington continue to burn.
As temperatures continue to bake much of Northern California with triple degree heat this week, portions of the state closer to Oregon will be at particularly risk for spreading fire amid dry east winds and falling humidity.
Portions of the Klamath, Shasta, Trinity national forests in Siskiyou County are under a red flag warning tomorrow from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Fire there could spread rapidly. Conditions in the Sacramento region are expected to remain at risk for fire through the weekend.
Meanwhile the Gann Fire, which started Monday evening, continues to grow in Calaveras County, 35 miles east of Stockton near Copperopolis. This fire will lead to a meaningful dip in air quality along the Sierra foothills over the coming days as smoke becomes trapped along the mountains.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. —Two of Sacramento’s most popular culinary events, Legends of Wine and The Grand Tasting, have united for the first time to create the California Grand Tasting, a new signature experience featuring a variety of food, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options.“The flavor is so refreshing you could drink a whole bottle of it and not realize it,” said Tara Porter, describing one of the wines available at the event.Guests enjoyed sampling a wide range of beverages. When...
SACRAMENTO, Calif. —
Two of Sacramento’s most popular culinary events, Legends of Wine and The Grand Tasting, have united for the first time to create the California Grand Tasting, a new signature experience featuring a variety of food, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options.
“The flavor is so refreshing you could drink a whole bottle of it and not realize it,” said Tara Porter, describing one of the wines available at the event.
Guests enjoyed sampling a wide range of beverages. When asked why he was holding two glasses, Jim O’Keefe said, “Well, I have a wife that is thirsty. Number one. Number two. She loves Rombauer Wines and especially the Chardonnay and I've not tried their Barbera before, so that's for me.”
For those seeking non-alcoholic options, mocktails were also on the menu. Attendees noted the variety of flavors available, with one describing a drink as “citrusy, there’s like a tropical fruit to it.”
The event paired wine and beer with a diverse selection of food. "I haven’t had one thing that I was like man, it’s all so good,” said Kian Roblin.
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One unique offering combined cheese and chocolate. “It’s cheese with chocolate,” one guest said.
Shelley Joyer shared her experience of trying something new.
“I actually said I would never try this. I tried it," she said. "It's amazing. We tell kids all the time, you need to try what you like, don't like. So here I am, proving my point."
The event also celebrated the region’s farm-to-fork culture. “Food in season tastes the best,” one attendee said. Another added, “The closer it is, the better it tastes, and we have some great producers here in the valley.”
For some, the event was an opportunity to share flavors from their roots.
“I wanted to do something really special to me," one participant said. "These are Hatch chilies. They're originally from New Mexico. I'm from New Mexico, and we are now growing these chilies here in Esparto, California."
John Trujillo, executive chef of Mulvaney’s B&L, shared his thoughts on the unique flavors he brought to the event.
“Definitely an untapped market. I didn’t even know if I wanted to share it because it’s so special to me, everyone should try it,” he said.
The California Grand Tasting offered attendees a chance to explore a variety of flavors, from local farm-to-fork dishes to unique beverage pairings, creating a memorable culinary experience.
California newsrooms were hit especially hard, with at least 20 journalists losing their jobs.SACRAMENTO, CA — At least 20 journalists at McClatchy’s three California newspapers were swept up in a nationwide round of layoffs Thursday that eliminated The Sacramento Bee’s sports department and sharply reduced staffing in Fresno and Modesto, according to reports.More than 90 journalists nationwide were affected as McClatchy cut staff at at least 13 newspapers across eight states, Poynter reported, citing estima...
SACRAMENTO, CA — At least 20 journalists at McClatchy’s three California newspapers were swept up in a nationwide round of layoffs Thursday that eliminated The Sacramento Bee’s sports department and sharply reduced staffing in Fresno and Modesto, according to reports.
More than 90 journalists nationwide were affected as McClatchy cut staff at at least 13 newspapers across eight states, Poynter reported, citing estimates from unions representing the company’s journalists.
The Sacramento Bee lost at least 10 journalists, according to Poynter. SFGate reported that the cuts included all three members of the newspaper’s sports department: longtime high school sports reporter Joe Davidson, Sacramento Kings reporter Jason Anderson and senior reporter Chris Biderman.
Davidson had spent 38 years at The Bee covering sports throughout the Sacramento region. Anderson had covered the Kings since 2018, while Biderman covered the San Francisco 49ers along with the Athletics’ temporary move to Sacramento and other regional sports stories, SFGate reported.
The Fresno Bee laid off seven journalists, including accountability and investigative reporters, according to Poynter. The cuts also included the last remaining employee of the bilingual publication Vida en el Valle, SFGate reported.
In Modesto, three members of a 12-person newsroom were laid off, including a high school sports reporter. Three other reporters had recently left the newspaper, and those positions are not expected to be filled, according to the outlet.
McClatchy described the layoffs as part of a companywide restructuring intended to better match staffing with subscriber interests and the ways readers consume local journalism, according to a notice obtained by Poynter.
The company said it was concentrating resources on journalism with the greatest value to subscribers and impact in local communities and said the layoffs were not based on individual job performance.
But California union leaders questioned what the cuts would mean for local coverage. Michael Applegate, executive officer of the Pacific Media Workers Guild, told Poynter the company had made a “major investment in AI” while simultaneously making a “major disinvestment in jobs.”
McClatchy has been owned by private investment firm Chatham Asset Management since emerging from bankruptcy proceedings in 2020. The company has continued to shrink in recent years, including closing its Washington, D.C., bureau last year, Poynter reported.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. —Looking for things to do this weekend?Below is a list of activities in Northern California over the next few days. Before you go out, check our latest forecast.Sacramento CountyThe California Grand TastingSacramento’s Farm-to-Fork celebration continues Friday evening with The California Grand Tasting at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center. International wine experts will select wineries that best repres...
SACRAMENTO, Calif. —
Looking for things to do this weekend?
Below is a list of activities in Northern California over the next few days. Before you go out, check our latest forecast.
The California Grand Tasting
Sacramento’s Farm-to-Fork celebration continues Friday evening with The California Grand Tasting at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center. International wine experts will select wineries that best represent the city’s wine scene. Guests can pair those tastings with food options from more than 30 local restaurants. The 21+ event will also feature live entertainment. GA tickets are $175, while VIP tickets are going for $250. They can be purchased here.
California Brewers Festival
The California Brewers Festival is expected to draw thousands of attendees Saturday afternoon at Discovery Park. It’s taking place from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., but VIP guests can get in an hour earlier at noon. In addition to drinks, there will also be food trucks, vendors, and a beer relay. The event is also an opportunity to support local charities. Since its founding in 1994, the event has raised $1.95 million. GA tickets are $48, while VIP tickets are going for $69 (there’s a limited quantity available for VIP). Kids 11 and under get in free. Ages 12-20 should purchase a Designated Driver ticket for $14. You can buy tickets here.
Sacramento One Love Festival
The One Love Festival is set to get underway Saturday at 4 p.m. at César Chávez Plaza in Sacramento. This is the 10th year of the event, which focuses on music, culture, and community from several backgrounds. There will be food vendors offering African American, African, Caribbean, Afro-Latin cuisine, as well as live DJs and performances. GA tickets start at $19. You can buy them here.
Come From Away
The hit musical Come From Away will be playing at the UC Davis Health Pavilion from Friday, Sept. 11 to Sunday, Sept. 20. The Tony Award-winning show tells the story of 7,000 stranded passengers in Newfoundland, after dozens of planes were forced to land unexpectedly after the U.S. closed its airspace the day after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Guests can purchase tickets here.
Oki Park Food Truck Night + Outdoor Movie
The final Oki Park Food Truck Night of the year is set for Friday night. It’s scheduled from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Oki Park, with a special outdoor movie screening set to follow afterwards. It’s free to attend. Tables and chairs will be provided during dinner. You’ll need to bring your own blankets for the movie.
Butterfly Fest
The opening weekend of the annual Butterfly Fest is set for this Saturday and Sunday at The Secret Garden nursery in Elk Grove. It’ll give people an up-close look at hundreds of Gulf Fritillary butterflies. People can also enjoy butterfly life-cycle tours, children’s activities, refreshments, face painting, and a 15% off sale on all plants. The event takes place from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and continues next weekend.
Sacramento Republic FC vs. Detroit City FC
Sacramento Republic FC will host their back-to-school night as they take on Detroit City FC on Saturday. The Republic enter this match coming off a pair of draws on the road, while Detroit has been undefeated in their last six matches. Kickoff at Heart Health Park is set for 7 p.m. You can buy tickets here.
Pro Boxing: Night of Champions
Professional boxing returns to the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium Saturday evening. G1 Promotions will host the event, pitting some of Northern California’s top talent and rising stars against each other. Headlining the event is Sacramento’s own Lorenzo Powell. Another one of the region’s premier fighters, Stockton’s Irving Xilohua, will also return to the ring. Tickets start at $76. You can buy them here.
St. Basil Greek Festival
The 67th annual Greek Food Festival features traditional Greek dishes and pastries, live music, dancing, shopping. There will also be a kids zone. The event at the St. Basil Greek Orthodox Church in Stockton runs from Friday through Sunday. Admission is $5. Children 11 and younger get in free with a paying adult. Parking is free. Learn more here.
Jazz on the Water Festival
Stockton’s fourth annual Jazz on the Water Festival returns Saturday with live performances by Leela James, Dee Lucas, James “PJ” Spraggins, and more. Doors open at noon for VIP ticket holders and at 1 p.m. for general admission. You can buy tickets here.
Gospel on the Water Festival
Weber Point Event Center will host the Gospel on the Water Festival Sunday. Le’Andria Johnson, Beverly Crawford, and Zacardi Cortez will perform. Doors open at noon and the show begins at 2 p.m.
Style Elements Crew “Origins: Back to the Roots”
A two-day breaking and hip-hop event is happening in Stockton on Friday and Saturday. The event will feature dance battles, live DJs, and performances from talent around the world. Friday’s event takes place at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds. On Saturday, it’ll be held at the Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium. GA tickets are $35 per day. A two-day pass costs $50.
Ready Together Community Block Party
This block party and disaster-preparedness resource fair takes place Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at El Concilio California in Stockton. People can connect with local organizations, learn about emergency resources, and attend live demonstrations.
2nd Saturdays: Gold Rush Story Stones
The Haggin Museum’s 2nd Saturdays for Families takes place Saturday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Children ages 5-12 can paint Gold Rush-themed stories, try panning, and enjoy activities connected to art, science, and history. The event is included with regular museum admission.
Central Valley Assyrian Festival
The Assyrian Festival brings homemade food, live music, dance performances, cultural exhibits to the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds on Saturday and Sunday. There’s also going to be a kids zone with carnival rides. The event offers an authentic look at Assyrian culture, history, and hospitality.
Carnegie Arts Center 15th Birthday Celebration
The Carnegie Arts Center in Turlock will host a birthday party at 7 p.m. on Friday to mark its 15-year anniversary. There will be cupcakes and art projects for families.
Opera Modesto – The Barber of Seville
The comedic opera comes to the Gallo Center for the Arts Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. The Barber of Seville will be sung in Italian with English supertitles. Tickets can be purchased here.
Family Movies in the Park
Families are invited to Mancini Bowl in Graceada Park on Friday evening for a free outdoor screening of "Hoppers." The movie starts at dusk. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks.
Auburn Cruise Nite
Saturday will mark the final Auburn Cruise Nite of the year. The free classic car show has been taking place every second Friday of the month from May through September. Hundreds of vintage cars and trucks will be on display. The free event will also have live music, food, and vendors. It takes place on Lincoln Way in Historic Downtown Auburn.
Ain’t Necessarily Dead Fest
People are invited to North Auburn on Saturday for an afternoon of live music. The 11th annual Ain’t Necessarily Dead Fest is happening at Auburn Regional Park from noon until 10 p.m. People can relax or dance in the park’s natural amphitheater while enjoying food, and craft beers. There’s also a giant kids zone.
Colfax Railroad Days
Colfax will celebrate its role in the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad this weekend. The free family event takes place in Downtown Colfax Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. You’ll be able to check out Union Pacific engines and equipment, as well as model train and LEGO train displays.
Fountains Fairytale Day
Princess characters will descend upon the Fountains at Roseville on Saturday from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. The free event will have family photo opportunities and complimentary treats. There will also be a Voice Academy Pop Groups performance starting at 4 p.m.
2nd Friday ArtAbout
People can check out galleries, art studios, and businesses in Davis Friday night. 2nd Friday ArtAbout is a free self-guided walking tour that takes place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Some venues will offer complimentary refreshments and live music.
Join the Harvest: Reds Edition
Great Bear’s Vineyards Reds Harvest Celebration offers a hands-on winemaking experience. You’ll get to try out grape picking and stomping, take a winery tour, and do barrel tasting. It begins Saturday at 10 a.m. People interested can register here for $30.
Movies in the Park – "The Lion King"
Movies in the Park returns to Davis this month, starting with "The Lion King" on Saturday evening. It’ll begin at dusk at Davis Central Park. The Sunset Rotary Club of Davis will be selling snacks.
Trucks & Tunes
People at Cameron Park Lake can enjoy live music, food trucks, and family-friendly fun Friday night. The fundraiser is going on from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. It will feature Bobby Dickson and the B Side Band. There’s a suggested $5 donation to support the Cameron Park Lake Restoration Project.
El Dorado Western Railway
Ride the El Dorado Western Railroad’s full-size excursion train this Saturday and solve a narrated “Great Train Robbery” mystery along the way. The trip departs at 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and noon at the El Dorado Depot. Tickets are sold out.
Pool Paw-Ty
Placerville’s first Pool Paw-Ty invites dogs to swim, play and make furry friends at the city’s Aquatic Center on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is $15 per dog, while humans get in for free. Same-day registration is available.
Tahoe Bear Fest
Tahoe Bear Fest returns to Sugar Pine Point State Park on Saturday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. There will be interactive exhibits, presentations, guided hikes, and family activities celebrating Lake Tahoe’s black bears. The event is free. You’re encouraged to carpool because parking is limited.
Folk on the Farm
People in Camino can enjoy live country, bluegrass, and folk music from around the country this Saturday, set against mountain sunsets on the farm. The summer concert series at Delfino Farms wraps up this Saturday with a performance by Slap Dragon.
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom. Read more on our AI policy here.On Friday at 10:02 a.m. the NWS Sacramento CA released a red flag warning valid from Saturday 11 a.m. until Monday 11 a.m. for Glenn and Colusa County Coast Range Above 3000 ft and Western Glenn and Colusa County Foothills Between 1000-3000 ft.Expect winds to be gusts 20 to 35 mph. south to southwest winds Saturday morning and afternoon, becoming north to nort...
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom. Read more on our AI policy here.
On Friday at 10:02 a.m. the NWS Sacramento CA released a red flag warning valid from Saturday 11 a.m. until Monday 11 a.m. for Glenn and Colusa County Coast Range Above 3000 ft and Western Glenn and Colusa County Foothills Between 1000-3000 ft.
Expect winds to be gusts 20 to 35 mph. south to southwest winds Saturday morning and afternoon, becoming north to northeast Saturday evening through Monday. Strongest winds in the afternoon and evenings over the weekend and relative humidity relative Humidity between 10 to 25%.
"Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended," comments the NWS.
This warning is in effect until Monday at 11 a.m.
A red flag warning implies that either extreme fire weather conditions are currently taking place or will occur shortly, according to the NWS. Warm temperatures, very low humidities, and stronger winds are expected to combine to produce an increased risk of fire to spread rapidly.
During a red flag warning, it is crucial to exercise extreme caution and be prepared to take immediate action in case a fire starts. The NWS offers these steps you can take to lower the risk of fires igniting and ensure your safety:
1. Bolster burn barrel safety:
If burning is authorized in your vicinity, ensure that all burn barrels feature a weighted metal cover with holes no larger than 3/4 of an inch.
2. Responsible disposal of smoking materials:
Steer clear of haphazardly discarding lit cigarette butts and avoid flinging cigarettes or matches from moving vehicles. These innocuous-seeming actions can kindle dry vegetation, potentially spawning a wildfire.
3. Prudent fire extinguishing practices:
To prevent inadvertent fires, diligently douse all outdoor fires. Quench them with a copious deluge of water and stir to guarantee complete cooling. Submerge charcoal until it's thoroughly bereft of residual heat. Never depart from live charcoal unattended.
4. Never leave fires unattended:
Avoid abandoning any fire without supervision. Even minor sparks or drifting embers can incite nearby foliage or grass, setting off a rapidly spreading fire.
Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in reducing the risk of wildfires during these hazardous conditions. Prioritize safety, stay informed, and act responsibly to protect lives and property.
Source: The National Weather Service
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