If only trees could talk and tell us when they are thirsty. Wilted leaves are an obvious sign that a tree requires water. That usually happens on newly planted and
By Mary Lou Flint The loud, irritating sound of leaf blowers is ubiquitous in Curtis Park. Neighbors frequently complain about the noise, dust and carbon dioxide emissions from the gas
The only flycatcher regularly seen in the neighborhood is the black phoebe. Indeed, black phoebes reside with us throughout the year. Known as the photographer’s friend, they are bold and
By Kelsey Wehsels Local favorite Carmazzi Caramel Corn recently was one of 43 women-owned businesses nominated for the Sacramento Republic FC Kickstart award. After a significant interview process, Carmazzi Caramel
Curtis Park’s Pangaea Bier Café is among the top restaurants on Yelp’s Spring Collection of “places to find the perfect burger” in the Sacramento area. Yelp described Pangaea as “much
Public Land at 21st Street and First Avenue is not just a plant store. It is “the culmination of a lot of life lived,” said owners Austin McManus and Mel
New reported COVID-19 infections in the area that includes most of Curtis Park have declined by more than 50% in the last month, according to Sacramento County data released May
The Sierra 2 Senior Center plans to restart select classes and activities in mid-June with the support of a volunteer program. The Senior Center seeks a handful of passionate, independent
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s announcement in April that the state should be “open” by June 15 prompted hope and planning discussions with staff at Sierra 2 Center. While we had previously
Home sale prices in the 95818 ZIP code that includes most of Curtis Park were the most expensive per square foot in Sacramento County in the latest report by the
SCNA approached this year’s Big Day of Giving with a steep goal and deep financial need after more than 14 months of the Sierra 2 Center’s closure due to COVID-19.
Hosted by Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Association on May 27 • 6:30-8 pm via Zoom Read About Promoting Inclusive Communities & Affordable Housing What California lawmakers could do to boost homeownership
By Diana Sunseri If you pass its way in your neighborhood travels, you can’t help but notice the monstrous agave plant commandeering the northwest corner of Second Avenue and 22nd
The red, London-style double-decker bus parked beside the closed Hideaway Bar and Grill at 2565 Franklin Blvd. has already achieved its intent. Multiple times a day passersby stop to gaze
Is your heating and air conditioning system hinting at retirement? Would you like a smaller carbon footprint? SMUD has made the commitment to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040 and
Marianne Robbins provides massage therapy services at Figure 8 Women’s Workout with assistance from her guide dog, Natsumi. The three-year-old Golden Labrador resides under the massage table during appointments. Marianne
While Gov. Gavin Newsom has indicated much of the state can reopen June 15, we have no such specific indication for the Sierra 2 Center because community centers will be
By Kathy Les and Erik Fay SCNA will host a housing forum from 6:30 to 8 p.m. May 27 in response to a city proposal to modify R-1 singlefamily zoning
Sonya Frausto is more than busy. She said she’s doing about 150 vaccinations a week. She has been guaranteed enough supply to do the second shots when they come due.
As sunshine once again fills our days, people who enjoy the benefits of their laundry being dried outside are returning to the tried and true backyard clothesline. While a majority
The number of new reported COVID-19 infections in the area that includes most of Curtis Park has roughly doubled over the last month, according to Sacramento County data. The 22,000
If anyone had predicted that COVID- 19 would close the Sierra 2 Center for more than a year, we might have thought them crazy. In fact, by the time Big
Together Again/to Gather Again The SCNA Board is asking neighbors to help raise $75,000 at the May 6, 2021 Big Day of Giving to sustain Sierra2 operations into August and
When La Famiglia owners Jeff Roberts and Leo Forget thought about doing a box dinner benefit, their aspirations were modest. The two caterers have operated out of the Sierra 2
By Chris Harris Many parents have a kid like 4-year-old Brianne – the explorer, the imaginative one who makes up little dramas for sticks and rocks. “Brianne is always up
Not many restaurants run by a nonprofit board and staffed with volunteers enjoy a 46-year run. With just five paid employees and a volunteer crew of 200-plus, the restaurant and
Think globally, act locally. This adage from the 1970s couldn’t be more apt as scientists, governments and nonprofits point to the urgency of addressing climate change. To this end, a
Last summer, city planning staff notified a Curtis Park homeowner that her recently constructed fence was in violation of ordinances regulating fence height and setback. The homeowner, who asked not
During the winter, the only warbler you are likely to see in the neighborhood is the yellow-rumped warbler. The first thing that you notice about this bird is splotches of
By Jay Schenirer City Council Member District 5 I have lived in Curtis Park more than 30 years. It’s a wonderful neighborhood. I would consider it one of the most
