Intuitive painting focuses on the experience of painting and the inward creative process instead of the finished product. Some find it spiritual or therapeutic, tapping into feelings and expressing them
The SCNA Neighborhood Concerns Committee will host an informational webinar on the city’s Homeless Siting Master Plan from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9 on Zoom. The focus will
In August, City Council unanimously approved the 2021 Master Siting Plan to Address Homelessness, which attempts to involve the entire city in creating a fair share of participation among council
Sierra 2 Center for the Arts & Community was awarded $10,000 from the Sacramento County Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Grant program to build a native plant demonstration and learning garden
Recent health statistics suggest the Curtis Park area is well on the way to the COVID-19 vaccination level thought to be needed to provide “herd immunity,” the vaccination rate needed
By Kathy Les and Erik Fay Possible solutions to Sacramento’s housing challenges were discussed at SCNA’s Housing Forum in late May. More than 80 people participated in the Zoom forum,
Cheri Davis and her husband, Ted Frink, watched the mature olive trees being transplanted throughout Crocker Village and spotted the ripe stone fruit clinging to the upper branches. Cheri remembered
The Sierra 2 Center’s return to full operations will be gradual as it moves forward with policies that feel safe and at a level of business within the staff’s capacity.
By Lauren Gothard and Lindsey Sin Welcome back! Bret Harte Elementary School reopened its doors April 8 for hybrid learning. After more than a year of distance learning, students and
Peter Nils Brostrom of Third Avenue died suddenly of a heart attack in late March while working at the Salton Sea as a consultant helping Southern California water districts execute
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
