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All CategoriesAmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real LivesaverAriana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When... Read more...Elk Grove Week At A Glance Week Of February 6, 2012from:City Of Elk GroveVolunteers Needed for Tree Planting SaturdayThe Consumes River Preserve, City of Elk Grove and Sacramento Tree Foundation are seeking volunteers for a tree planting this Saturday... Read more...Citywide Public Safety Forumfrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA - The City of Elk Grove and Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) are holding a citywide public forum to share information and gather input about public safety... Read more...Elk Grove Week at a Glance Week of January 30, 2012from:City Of Elk GroveKey Dates2/02/12 Planning Commission Meeting (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)2/07/12 Animal Control Event and Community Presentation (Council Chambers, 6... Read more...City Accepting Applications for Grant Programsfrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA – Non-profit organizations and local government entities serving the Elk Grove community are encouraged to apply for grant funding offered by the City of Elk... Read more...Elk Grove Week At A Glance: Week Of January 23, 2012from:City Of Elk GroveKey Dates1/24/12: Animal Control Community Workshop (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)1/25/12: City Council Meeting (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)1/27/12: Coffee with a Cop (7 a.m. to 9... Read more...U.S. Team Wins Gold At FISU Worlds (Brian Detrick - Elk Grove, CA)U.S. Team Wins Gold At FISU Worlds Posted by: usaws On: 01/15/2012 13:04:36 In: Collegiate The U.S. World University Water Ski Team won... Read more...Elk Grove Week At A Glance: Week Of January 9, 2012from:City Of Elk GroveKey Dates:1/09/12 - Historic Preservation Committee Meeting and Historic Context Statement and Survey Project Workshop (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)1/09/12 - Trails Committee... Read more...City to Explore Cultural and Architectural Heritage of Elk Grovefrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA----Community members interested in the history of Elk Grove are encouraged to attend a public meeting on Monday to share their piece of Elk Grove history and help... Read more...City Seeks Community Involvement in Proposed Wayfinding Signage Programfrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA---To promote economic development and tourism in Elk Grove, the City is exploring a wayfinding signage program that could add directional signs throughout the... Read more...Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Elk Grove, California with AmericanTowns Elk Grove Volunteer Guide!On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Sacramento County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and... Read more...AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Elk Grove organization has never been easierIf your nonprofit group in Elk Grove is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when... Read more...Weekend Activities in and around Elk GroveGive yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy... Read more...Eat Local! Great Resources in the Elk Grove areaWhat’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts California’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made... Read more...Winning the Real Estate Game in Elk Grove in a Tough MarketPurchasing a home in California is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent... Read more...Elk Grove Week At A Glance: Week Of December 26, 2011from:City Of Elk GroveCouncil Recess and City Observed HolidaysThe Elk Grove City Council regular meeting scheduled for December 28 has been cancelled, in accordance with Resolution No. 2007-150, which... Read more...An Invitation to our Elk Grove Community: BLOG ON!Since this site is all about Elk Grove, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough TimesBrandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give... Read more...Elk Grove Week At A Glance: Week of December 19, 2011from:City Of Elk GroveKey Dates12/20/11 - Multicultural Committee Meeting (Council Chambers, 6:00 p.m.)12/23/11 - Christmas Eve, Observed (City Hall closes at... Read more...Elk Grove City Council Appoints New Mayorfrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA – The Elk Grove City Council voted to appoint Jim Cooper as mayor of City of Elk Grove On Dec 14th. Councilmember Patrick Hume will serve as vice mayor. The... Read more...Elk Grove Week at a Glance: Week of December 12, 2011from:City Of Elk GroveKey Dates 12/13/11 - Youth Commission Meeting (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)12/14/11 - City Council Meeting (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)12/15/11 - Planning Commission Meeting... Read more...Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in CaliforniaPining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a California Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call... Read more...Elk Grove Week at a Glance: Week of December 5, 2011from:City Of Elk GroveKey Dates12/05/11 Public Workshop: East Stockton Blvd. Soundwall Project12/09/11 Capital SouthEast Connector JPA Board Meeting (Rancho Cordova City Hall,... Read more...Elk Grove Week At A Glance Week Of November 28, 2011from:City Of Elk GroveKey Dates11/30/11 Public Meeting: Traffic Flow at Rural Intersections (K. Albiani Middle School, 6... Read more...Elk Grove Week At A Glance Week Of November 21, 2011from:City Of Elk GroveKey Dates11/21/11 - Trails Committee Meeting (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)11/24/11 - Thanksgiving: City Hall Closed11/25/11 - Day After Thanksgiving: City Hall Closed11/26/11 -... Read more...Free Weekend Transit Service, New Routes Offered to Promote Local Holiday Shoppingfrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA---To help make local holiday shopping more convenient, the City of Elk Grove will be offering free weekend transit service and new routes during the holiday season... Read more...City To Host Workshop About East Stockton Blvd. Soundwall Projectfrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA - The City of Elk Grove is hosting a public workshop to discuss a proposed soundwall that would be located on East Stockton Blvd. between Elk Grove Regional Park and... Read more...Holiday Shop Elk Grove Kicks Off Black Fridayfrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA---Beginning Black Friday, more than 45 local businesses will be offering incentives and prizes for shopping locally this holiday season. The annual Think, Shop, Live... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her StudentsTeaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach... Read more...Elk Grove Week At A Glance Week Of November 14, 2011from:City Of Elk GroveKey Dates11/17/11---Committee for the Arts Meeting (Conference Room 2C, 6:30 p.m.)11/17/11---Planning Commission Meeting (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)11/19/11---Worm Composting... Read more...Elk Grove Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving... Read more...3nd Annual Elk Grove Turkey Trot5K Fun Run/Walk and 10k RunWill you join us? All proceeds for the Courage to Be You Elk Grove Turkey Trot will benefit Courage to Be You, Inc. C2BU is building Courage Houses,... Read more...Elk Grove Week At A Glance Week Of November 7, 2011from:City Of Elk GroveSurvey to Gauge Elk Grove Residents’ SatisfactionThe City of Elk Grove is conducting citywide research to measure satisfaction with the Elk Grove community and municipal... Read more...Survey to Gauge Elk Grove Residents’ Satisfactionfrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA---The City of Elk Grove is conducting citywide research to measure satisfaction with the Elk Grove community and municipal government. The City has posted an online... Read more...Elk Grove Week at a Glance: Week of October 31, 2011from:City Of Elk GroveKey Dates11/03/11---Planning Commission Meeting (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)11/04/11---Old Town First Fridays (Old Town Elk Grove, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.)11/08/11---Youth Commission... Read more...The Power of a Single Vote - Elk Grove Election Information and Polling PlacesPresidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Elk Grove elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all... Read more...City Completes Waterman Road Realignment Projectfrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA - The City of Elk Grove recently completed major improvements on Waterman Road at Grant Line Road, significantly improving traffic congestion, mobility and safety in... Read more...Urgent Citywide Clothing Drive for Elk Grove’s Sister City Concepción de Atacofrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA – The City of Elk Grove is organizing an urgent clothing drive to support the people of Concepción de Ataco, El Salvador, the City of Elk Grove’s first official... Read more...Elk Grove Week at a Glance: Week of October 24, 2011from:City Of Elk GroveKey Dates:10/25/11 - Old Town Elk Grove Foundation Meeting (Grange Hall, 5:30 p.m.)10/26/11 - City Council Meeting (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)10/29/11 - Unwanted Drug Collection... Read more...City Accepting Requests for Speed Control Devicesfrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA – The City of Elk Grove is encouraging resident involvement in addressing speeding on Elk Grove’s streets and is currently accepting requests for speed control... Read more...Elk Grove Best In Business Award Programfrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA – Know of a business that makes a difference in the community? The City of Elk Grove is now accepting nominations for the new Elk Grove Best in Business award... Read more...Sacramento County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - Sacramento CountyLocal Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Sacramento County California area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the... Read more...Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for California CACalifornia Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in California. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the... 1 comment Read more...Share and Celebrate Local Green InitiativesAmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Elk Grove and across the country. With... Read more...Find California Corn Mazes - Get lost in a California haunted Halloween corn maze this season!Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a California corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have... 1 comment Read more...Elk Grove Week at a Glance: Week of October 10, 2011from:City Of Elk GroveKey Dates10/10/11 - Historic Preservation Committee (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)10/11/11 - Youth Commission Meeting (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)10/12/11 - City Council Meeting... Read more...Elk Grove Week at a Glance: Week of October 3, 2011from:City Of Elk GroveKey Dates10/4/11 - Teen Town Hall Forum (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)10/6/11 - Planning Commission Meeting (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)10/7/11 - Old Town First Fridays (Old Town Elk... Read more...City of Elk Grove Hires Economic Development Directorfrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA – The City of Elk Grove hired Randy Starbuck as its new economic development director, City Manager Laura S. Gill announced today.Starbuck will lead economic... Read more...City of Elk Grove Launches Free Mobile Phone Appfrom:City Of Elk GroveElk Grove, CA – Want to report a pothole or burned out streetlight? Find out when the next City Council meeting is? If you’re in the City of Elk Grove,... Read more...Modesto Celebrated in New BookNew from Arcadia Publishing’s Postcard History Series is Modesto. In over 200 vintage photographs and postcards, repeat author Carl P. Baggese shares the history of the... Read more... |








