Events

The Women's Ministry of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church is sponsoring its second annual "Wine, Women, and Song" evening at the church on Cantova Way.  The purpose of this free event is to gather women of the community together to celebrate their shared Christian faith and friendship.

The evening begins with a wine and cheese social, followed by a special message from Deacon Dennis Merino. It concludes with a vocal performance by Audrey Langstroth and other performers. Attendees are asked to bring a bottle of wine or a cheese and cracker tray.  Tables for eight may be reserved.  Donations will be accepted for the
Sacramento Life Center. RSVP by calling 354-1362 or e-mailing kgjones@sbcglobal.net.

The annual Cosumnes River Elementary School Harvest Festival sponsored by the PTA takes place at the school, on Jackson Road in Sloughhouse The Optimist Club is sponsoring free bus service to and from the school. The first pick-up at the Plaza is 12:40 p.m. The bus will run every 20 minutes, with the last bus leaving CRES at 4:20 p.m. The festival offers an  afternoon of old-fashioned family fun with a costume contest, the kindergarten cakewalk, pie-eating and jack-o-lantern contests, homemade apple cider and refreshments. Tickets at the door cost $5 per family.  Read more »

The Pleasant Grove High School Band Boosters host their 3rd annual Holiday Bazaar and Craft Faire in the Pleasant Grove High School multi-purpose room, 9531 Bond Road, Elk Grove.  Read more »

Boy Scout Troop 633 will hold its annual pumpkin sale Oct. 11, 12, 18 and 19 across the street from the Fire Station.   Pumpkin sales provide the troop with funds to attend scout-sponsored events and purchase camping equipment.  For more information, contact scoutmaster Kent Johnson at 354-2960.

Meet Rancho Murieta's aviators and see their planes at an open house at Rancho Murieta Airport.  There's a pancake breakfast too.  With parental permission, children can take a flight for free.

Evening of dancing at Lake Clementia Amphitheater, with barbecue available for purchase.  Kids $10, adults $20.  Children 6 and under free.  Fundraiser for RMYEA skate park.  More information: Wendy Mazzoni, 354-1076.

The annual Blues and Brews celebration at Lake Clementia Amphitheater offers blues music, beer and wine tasting, specialty food vendors, an arts and crafts fair, and silent and live auctions. Tickets for the adults-only event are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Blues and Brews is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club, Plaza Foods and the Rancho Murieta Association. For information, contact Joe Mazzoni Sr., 354-0197, or Michelle Hubbell, 354-2303.

The Summerfest carnival, an annual fundraising event organized by
volunteers for youth activities, runs Friday and Saturday at Stonehouse
Park. The entrance fee of $10 includes unlimited rides on attractions.
Here's Friday's schedule of events.
5 p.m. Gate opens
5:30 p.m. Poker contest begins
8 p.m. Hip Service performs
11 p.m. Closing

Trash 'n' Treasure, the community's version of the yard sale, takes place at Murieta Plaza. This annual incentive to clear out the house and garage and make some money is sponsored by Murieta Activities and helps to fund community activities.

The 9th annual Summerfest Wine and Food Gala takes place at Rancho Murieta Airport. It's a large-scale event that features wines from Amador County and Napa Valley wineries and food from fine area restaurants. Entertainment includes dancing to the music of rhythm and blues band Love Train, live and silent auctions, and a flying demonstration by local aviators. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at MarShaTes or the Rancho Murieta Association. For information, call 354-0566.