Do you want your children to have a world view and understand the great gifts they have been given? There's a book for that!
Certain considerations can make the difference between a memorable family holiday and an unforgettable one!
Do your kids like a fascinating mystery? Do you want them to learn about the scientific method? There's a book for that!
April 2015 Events at the Elk Grove Library
Can an alphabet book rock their world? Prepare to be amazed!
The YOLO Outdoor Expo at Heidrick Ag History Museum and Event Center runs March 14-15. Kids younger than 12 are free!
A day camp close to home or a sleep away extravaganza in Colorado? Here’s how to make summer camp an epic experience.
Spring Break is just weeks away..book now to lock-in deals.
The new ranking places Sacramento in the Top 10.
Give Mom Nature a little assist by helping support the non-profit Wildlife Care Association!
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
Auld Lang Syne: Most know some of the words, few know all of the words, others hum along. Here is a brief glimpse at the poem's history, along with the lyrics.
California Department of Food and Agriculture grants 24-hour permit to Kris Kringle for his team of nine reindeer for Christmas Eve through Christmas Day.
MUST SEE, rock Hall of Fame musician and Marin County resident, Carlos Santana, will soon re-enter the recording studio with former homeless bandmate after an emotional reunion this weekend in the East Bay.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
The Sacramento County Department of Transportation has begun their Winter Pothole Sweeps, encouraging drivers to report problems they have noticed.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Doors open at noon Thursday, Nov. 28, Thanksgiving Day at Gap. Also check out Black Friday deals on Amazon, Bed Bath & Bed, Macy's and more.
Apple, Samsung, LG…all of your favorite brands and must-have gadgets are on the Best Buy ad for Black Friday 2013.
Is First Northern California Hospital to Receive Baldrige National Quality Award
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
Several local restaurants are offering free meals for military today.
We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.
A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.
This year's event will honor the late Chef Josef Desimone, former Google chef and a supporter of the music education fundraiser.
Stanford-developed technique induces egg growth in infertile women, and one gives birth.
Whether your new baby is royal or not, here are 5 things brand new mothers and fathers should know.