City says normal rules don’t apply to traffic circles
If you are confused about the rules governing the “mountable island” at the intersection of 24th Street and Marshall Way, you’re not alone. Is it
October 21, 2019
Council votes to name park for Ray Eames; construction likely in spring
A half-acre park honoring former Curtis Park resident Ray Eames may start to take shape in the spring. On Sept. 24, City Council unanimously approved
October 17, 2019
Wine Tasting 2019 Photo Album
We are so happy and proud that so many lovely friends and neighbors came out to celebrate at the Curtis Park Wine Tasting & Silent
October 16, 2019
Neighbors offer food, fun, fantasy in dinners for sale at silent auction
Curtis Park’s creative, culinary and sociable spirit will be on full display when a half-dozen dining extravaganzas go up for auction at the Oct. 12
October 9, 2019
Now Hiring a Director of Development & Community Outreach
The Director of Development & Community Outreach is charged with primary responsibilities for managing and implementing the Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Association’s (SCNA’s) first professional development
October 1, 2019
In the District: City Council seeks remedies for high rents, homelessness
City Council recently acted to significantly impact the lives of some of the most vulnerable Sacramentans. On Aug. 13, we passed the Tenant Protection and
September 20, 2019
Moodment Dance program connects mind and body
What could possibly bring seven complete strangers from all parts of the Sacramento region to Sierra 2 every Saturday afternoon? Their love of dance and
September 19, 2019
Trees of Curtis Park: Plane trees don’t require much pruning
Pruning trees is a science and an art. When done properly, pruning is one of the best things an arborist can do for a tree;
September 18, 2019
Front, backyard gardens put vegetables on table
John Dorst and Kirsten Smith eat a lot of vegetables but they rarely shop for them, even in winter. Instead, they step into the yard
September 14, 2019
Senior Center survey indicates range of participants, interests
The Senior Center’s programming team recently distributed a survey at the center and by email in an attempt to improve the center’s programs. Fifty unique
September 13, 2019
5 artists to exhibit works in photography studio
Five artists will exhibit their work from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 14-15, at photographer Donald Satterlee’s photography studio at 2998
September 12, 2019
Taylor’s butcher gets pleasure from unusual cuts of meat
Paul Carras was raised in Land Park, only two blocks from where he is now manager of the renowned Taylor’s Market meat department. “I began
September 11, 2019
What makes a school great? Our little gem offers answers
I went to the Aug. 13 community forum of parents, teachers, neighbors and alumni at Bret Harte Elementary School. I went because I live in
September 10, 2019
New iReady program helps school assess students’ individual needs
Bret Harte Elementary School is introducing an online program called iReady, a diagnostic and instructional tool that will help assess students’ individual needs and monitor
September 8, 2019
Bret Harte’s defenders say school improving, test scores rising
Bret Harte Elementary School’s language arts test scores have increased 8% and math scores 3%, while chronic absenteeism has declined 5%, Principal James Tucker told
September 7, 2019
Wine Tasting celebrates 29 years of community support
The 29th annual Wine Tasting & Silent Auction will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12 at the Sierra 2 Center. More than
September 6, 2019
Lower speed limit aims to keep students safe
New speed-limit signs are up on Franklin Boulevard and the side streets that border Bret Harte Elementary School and the private Franklin Park School. The
September 6, 2019
Neighbor records original song in Nashville
Lara Pucik Johnson is an environmental scientist by profession, but she is also a singer-songwriter. Thanks to a winning lottery ticket, Lara recorded an original
September 5, 2019
Learn from world-class butcher at Sept. 16 Taylor’s fundraiser
The closest thing most of us have come to butchering an animal is cutting up a chicken for dinner. Paul Carras of Taylor’s Market aims
September 5, 2019
ABC cooking show has 3rd Avenue resident smiling
If Meily Lee could call her shots, she would own a restaurant and cook to make people happy. Reality, however, has the Third Avenue resident
September 4, 2019
Thanks for Making Curtis Fest a Wonderful Day in the Park!
Our 13th Annual Curtis Fest Artisan Fair was a fun-filled community event. Thanks to all the neighbors, vendors, sponsors and good folks who came to
August 30, 2019
Curtis Fest Artisan Spotlight: Steve Bethel of MEnTAL CREATIONS
Steve started MEnTAL CREATIONS in December of 2011 after taking a welding class. Soon after he started painting the creatures and found they took on
August 21, 2019
Curtis Fest Artisan Spotlight: Maggie Devos
Maggie Devos creates repurposed and upcycled jewelry and clothing inspired by the colors, history and folklore of Frida Kahlo. Her clothing line, including vests, jeans,
August 21, 2019
Curtis Fest Artisan Spotlight: Orysia Riesen
Graphic/web designer Orysia Riesen was bitten by the creative bug at an early age and unable to shake it off as an adult. She paints,
August 20, 2019
Curtis Fest Artisan Spotlight: Lizzy’s Bakehouse
Lizzy’s Bakehouse is a community supported bakery located in East Sacramento, California baking slow-fermented, naturally leavened sourdough & yeasted breads in a fire-brick oven, delivered
August 20, 2019
Curtis Fest Artisan Spotlight: rocky raku pottery
The name Rocky Raku was bestowed upon Laurie Kneppel by a good friend and fellow Beatle-maniac, when Laurie was firing pots and tiles depicting the
August 20, 2019
Curtis Fest Artisan Spotlight: Petals In Silver
Petals In Silver specializes in creating unique handcrafted jewelry. Soumia, the owner, is based in Davis, California. She started creating handmade jewelry as a hobby
August 19, 2019
Curtis Fest Artisan Spotlight: Treetop Studios
If you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life… Emily founded treetop studios in 2017 to do what she loves
August 19, 2019
Curtis Fest Artisan Spotlight: Chula Tribe
All chulatribe jewelry is hand crafted in a South American style in a home studio using sterling silver or brass and all natural turquoise, gems
August 18, 2019
Curtis Fest Artisan Spotlight: Dawn Pedersen
Dawn Pedersen loves animals and people. Her artwork exudes joy, color, and humor in celebration of nature. A lifelong artist and animal lover, Dawn is
August 17, 2019
