🌱 Sierra Ski Resort Deets + NYE At DOCO + Sac PD Elves

Sacramento CA

24 December, 2021

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Merry Christmas, Sacramento! Let's get this day started. Here's everything happening in Sacramento today. First, today's weather: Cooler; a little morning rain. High: 47 Low: 38. Here are the top 4 stories today in Sacramento: Deputies and firefighters in Sacramento County worked to brighten up the holidays for one family after their apartment was damaged in a fire. The donations came from the Sacramento Sheriff's Toy Project, a program that operates all year to help families in need in the county. "It's just touching; it's deep. I'm holding tears now – just to see how much people care when it comes to a tragic moment," said Chris White Jr., who lost his home in the fire. "They made my kids' Christmas for them." (KCRA3)While the current storms are hindering mountain travel in these days before Christmas, the results are going to provide a great opportunity in the days and weeks ahead to take those new skis and snowboards and head up Highway 50 or 80 to hit the slopes. Weather forecasts predict anywhere from 19 inches up to 30 inches of new fall is expected in the Sierra. Here's what you can expect at your favorite ski resort! (Gold Country Media)In September 2021, Planning and Environmental Review (PER) – now part of the Community Development Department – released a draft of the Climate Action Plan (CAP) that was meant to be the Final Draft. Based on valuable community feedback, and in response to the Board of Supervisors resolution declaring a climate emergency, the CAP is once again being updated. The next draft of the CAP is due out in February 2022. Public comments will be accepted for a period of 30 days following the release of the draft CAP. (Saccounty.gov)Did you know that Jimmy Stewart's daughter lives near Davis? She does and she has a take on one of his holiday favorite films (and mine), "It's A Wonderful Life." "It is about decency and honesty, but it's also about sacrifice," said Kelly Stewart Harcourt, as she spoke with ABC10 at her Yolo County home. She said her father counted "It's a Wonderful Life" among his most cherished films. "I think he was proud of his performance," Harcourt said. "It's a Wonderful Life" was Stewart's return to acting after serving in the military during World War II. "The fact that he is still being embraced by people, that his legacy lives on is—see, this is when I get teary-eyed—a gift to our family," she said. "I'm so proud that…he means something to different generations." (ABC10) Today in Sacramento: Treat your dog to a free Christmas dinner at University of Beer in Sacramento. (11:30 AM)Try out Christmas En Blanc at the Blue Cue in Sac. Christmas En Blanc is an exclusive event that bridges the gap between R&B music and comedy! (8:00 PM)Sing your Christmas heart out at Louie's Cocktail Lounge. (9:00 PM) From my notebook: Need a last minute gift? Grab a "Shop 916" gift card to support local businesses impacted by the pandemic! These gift cards can be used at participating retailers, restaurants and other establishments where people eat, drink, play and shop. To purchase a Shop 916 e-gift card, visit www.shop916local.comDo you have plans for New Year's Eve? Why not take in the Kings game and then head next door to check out Polanco at DOCO! They're doin' it right this NYE! Not really a ski bunny, but still looking for a place to blow off some steam after the Big Christmas Extravaganza at your house? How about a Sno-Park? California Sno-Parks offer a cheap alternative to resorts. ABC 10 breaks down the best Tahoe area sledding spots.Sacramento State's Black Student Union is set to host the 19th annual Afrikan Black Coalition Conference on Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, Jan. 14-17, 2022. This student-led conference will be held in the Union and is open to students and those outside of Sac State — including family members of students, community members and alumni. (StateHornet.com) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Save 15 Percent On FTD's Christmas Collection (December 25) Add your event Loving the Sacramento Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] Now you're in the loop for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update. — Jeri Karges About me: Jeri Karges has been living in and loving the Sacramento region for over 30 years. Her passion is finding new and unique ways to enjoy the city and surrounding areas. On weekends, you can find her pestering her friends to sample the restaurant that doesn't have silverware, or try their hand at throwing an axe. Jeri also enjoys writing about retirement planning at https://rockinretirement.subst...