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The California State Fair announced the return of its popular Fair Food To-Go for the next two weekends.

Residents will be able to purchase delicious CA State Fair Food Festival mainstays via drivethrough in Lot A from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. during the weekend of October 23-25 and again from Oct. 30 to Nov 1. Preorders are not available.

Light up toys and other novelties will also be available for purchase.

The festival will be held in Lot A, 1600 Exposition Blvd. People miss Fair food and it’s a fun and safe alternative to Halloween trick or treating.

Menu items include: Jumbo corn dogs Cotton candy Candy apples Nachos Kettle corn Funnel cakes Deep-fried Oreos Freshly squeezed lemonade Lemonade slushies Chicken and waffles

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“Murders, Mysteries, and Misdemeanors in Northern California” history book now available

By Monica Stark

A new history book titled “Murders, Mysteries, and Misdemeanors in Northern California,” was released by Arcadia Publishing on Sept.

28, 2020.

From promotional materials on the new book reads the following: Northern California has a fascinating criminal history.

Some of America’s most infamous criminals and outlaws lived and died in the area, including John Paul Chase, partner of Public Enemy Number One, Lester “Baby Face Nelson” Gillis. Others have come from far afield to exploit the opportunities of Californian crime. Englishman Charles Boles, AKA “Black Bart the Poet,” was only one of many.

With crime, naturally, comes punishment. In 1937, the Folsom Five tried to escape, murdering Warden Clarence Larkin in the process. Instead of escaping Folsom, they entered California’s history as the first men to die in its new gas chamber the next year.

The legendary Battle of Alcatraz ended in bloodshed and recriminations from prison staff and convicts alike, with accusations that staff needlessly endangered convicts’ lives and arranged the wrongful execution of convict Sam Shockley.

Northern California may not be as well-known for its crime as Southern California, but it’s a fascinating part of the Golden State’s history all the same.

Walsh took some time to answer questions about the book.

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VCN: Why did you choose to write this book now?

Walsh: This book is the second of three. My first book covered New York, but California has so rich a criminal history that I split the original volume into two. The book on Southern California is in the works and will probably be out some time next year.

Walsh: What do you hope readers get out of it?

VCN: I’d hope readers get something a little different than the usual fare. It would be nice to know I had sparked their interest in the more unusual California crimes and in history generally. Some of the cases caused lasting change in California, but remain almost forgotten.

VCN: Tell us about your love of history, particularly criminal history. Tell us more (than what is on the book cover) about growing up in Dartmoor? What did you like about it? Tell us about your first memories of the famous prison there.

Walsh: Dartmoor is a beautiful place to live. I grew up with its wildlife and history, living in the same area Steven Spielcovered over and over again. bing California banks, pay- berg used to film War Horse.

Plenty of less-famous or even rolls and trains as Prohibi- The prison, which originally forgotten California cases are tion-era outlaw ‘Frank Ellis.’ equally interesting and at least VCN: Tell us a Sacramenas historically significant. to specific murder, mystery or VCN: Tell us about some misdemeanor that would surhistory that you feature that prise Sacramento locals. readers would be surprised to Walsh: Juanita Spinelli was know about? the very first woman to suffer Walsh: 1909’s Santa Clara the gas chamber so her execubank robbery was the world’s tion in 1941 was a world first. first using a getaway car, many Dumping murdered gang mempeople think that happened ber Robert Sherrod’s body off in Chantilly, France over two the Freeport Bridge was their years later. The Bonnot Gang downfall, it was easily-found may have been first to use au- and forensic evidence proved tomatic pistols, but not to it wasn’t an accidental drownuse a getaway car. After a de- ing. Thousands of Californians cade in San Quentin San- probably cross that bridge every ta Clara robber Frank Smith day never knowing its place in also made a come-back, rob- Californian history.

held Americans captured during the War of 1812, is part of that. My first memory of the prison is a convict escaping.

Back then locals often locked their doors and windows, refusing to answer the door unless they already knew who was there.

VCN: Where do you live now?

Walsh: I left Dartmoor some time ago, although I still visit occasionally. I now live in Truro, Cornwall.

VCN: Is there anything else you’d like to add?

Walsh: History is a fascinating subject, but don’t be afraid to look outside the obvious. Sometimes you find the most interesting stories by chance while you’re looking for something else. So, good hunting and don’t be afraid to get side-tracked.

Do you have an upcoming or monthly event?

Let us know. e-mail Monica:

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Coronavirus Update on Carmichael Classes, Programs, Leagues, and Facilities remind those of the safety measure that have been put in place.

They have also re-opened the inner gates in the main section of Carmichael Park so vehicle traffic can now go from Grant Avenue to North Avenue. Vehicle access to the Picnic Shelter area and Fields 3 and 4 will remain closed.

These closures/cancellations remain in effect:

Adult Sports Leagues Pickleball Open Gyms Tiny Tots All CRPD In-Person Classes All rentals of CRPD facilities CRPD District Front Office La Sierra Community Center Front Office All CRPD parks remain open for passive use. The following park amenities are open: Tennis Courts and Disc Golf at Carmichael Park

Dog Park at Carmichael Park Jensen Botanical Gardenparking lot gate off Fair Oaks Blvd Playgrounds CRPD staff strongly recommends that users maintain a social distance of at least 6 feet and follow all other coronavirus related sanitation recommendations, including using their own hand sanitizer before and after your visit to our parks and amenities. CRPD’s top priority con-

tinues to be the health and safety of all our participants, visitors, and staff. Closures and cancellations are subject to change and/ or may be extended or reduced based on new and updated information. Thank you for your support and cooperation.

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Playgrounds are reopened here at the Carmichael Recreation and Park District! District Administrator Mike Blondino reminds you to please play it safe and follow the simple steps provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to help keep our outdoor playgrounds safe, open, and fun Signage will also be posted at each playground to

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Halloween DogFest Coming to Your Computer DogFest Sacramento is coming on Saturday, October 24 with a festive Halloweenthemed virtual event for the whole family, even the dogs.

Emcee Kellie DeMarco welcomes you to join her for this family-friendly and dogfriendly virtual event, celebrating and benefiting Canine Companions.

DogFest Sacramento features dog-centric and family-friendly activities including canine costume contests, homemade

dog treat, and festive Halloween canine paw painting tutorials, Sacramento residents, and their service dogs, an appearance from Sacramento Republic FC and Canine Companions puppy Dom and more.

DogFest Sacramento benefits Canine Companions and their mission to provide expertly trained service dogs to adults, children, and veterans with disabilities free of charge.

It’s free to register and attend this public event, and we hope

to see the Sacramento community online at the virtual event with their favorite canines in tow. Registrants will be mailed a DogFest bandana for their dog to sport around town.

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The Case for Adopting Senior Dogs

When considering adopting a dog into your family, many people often think that a cuddly, energetic puppy is the most appealing choice. Though puppies are fun and undeniably cute, the cuteness doesn’t come without a lot of work. There is a definite case to be made for senior dogs.

These elder pups often get overlooked at the shelters.

But they need good homes, too – even more so than the younger pups. Shelters usually have a larger senior pet population and by adopting one, you are truly saving and changing a life.

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Some of these older dogs have been cast aside for unfortunate reasons by their families - maybe even simply because they just aren’t as peppy as they used to be.

Imagine the sense of betrayal a dog might feel! One would think that this would harden a dog’s demeanor and they would never love again. On the contrary, most dogs are even more eager to love and are willing to open up their doggy hearts to another family.

The following are a few points to keep in mind when you are making the choice to add to your family:

1. As prospective pet parents, you might think that seven dog years equals one human year but dogs age differently based on their breed.

The larger breed dogs tend to age more quickly than smaller breed dogs. Giant and large breeds are considered to be seniors when they reach around six or seven years-old while medium breeds are considered to be seniors closer to eight or nine years old. Smaller breeds are seniors when they reach about ten to 12 years of age.

2. With good nutrition, proper exercise and veterinary care, your senior pups will live a great life as your companion and family member. Keep in mind that although senior dogs have established personalities and most often are house and obedience trained, old dogs certainly can learn new tricks!

3. As previously mentioned, there is no doubt that puppies are cute. However, remember the time it takes to potty train them. If you are mature, yourself, and don’t have the patience for crate-training and pee pads, an older dog is best for you. They have been in homes before and, for the

most part, are crate trained and know that the potty is outside.

4. If you are looking to adopt a “furever” friend who understands what it’s like to be a member of a family “pack” and will learn quickly what is expected of them in their new home, a senior dog may be the best choice for you. Many of these older dogs are not in shelters for behavioral problems. They lived with, and were loved by, a pet parent who passed away and these grieving pups by no fault of their own were placed in a shelter.

Contact your local shelter and/or rescue organization to see if they have a senior dog that will be best suited for your family’s lifestyle. A senior dog offers a lifetime of unconditional love to share with you and your family.

For over fifteen years, Susan Marie has been spreading the word about puppy love through her national weekly radio show, The Doggy Diva Show. Susan is also the author of the award-winning Miss Olive children’s book trilogy The Doggy Diva Diaries.

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NeighborWoods in Arden Arcade and the Wishing Trees Sacramento has one of the largest hand planted tree canopies in the world thanks to the passion and commitment of the people who live here. Since 1982, the Sacramento Tree Foundation has been building partnerships and empowering communities to envision the best places to live and invest in their urban forest because trees offer so many amazing benefits and are central to a healthy neighborhood. Trees and green spaces can help to reduce stress, improve respiratory health, and even reduce crime! Neighborhoods and schools with more trees report an increase in physical activity, neighborhood cohesion, and test scores. Businesses that operate under a lush canopy enjoy higher consumer traffic. Not to mention the energy savings, reduced cooling costs, and

increased property values that come from having the right tree in the right place.

While some neighborhoods have an abundance of trees not everyone in Sacramento County lives in their shade.

Some neighborhoods with less trees experience higher temperatures, higher levels of pollution, and experience higher exposure to other risk factors. This is where the Sacramento Tree Foundations’ NeighborWoods Initiative comes in.

Operating on the tenets of community leadership and environmental justice, the NeighborWoods program strives to work with community members to provide trees along with the education and advocacy that ensures their survival for generations to come.

Arden Arcade is a community that is not receiving the full benefits of a robust

tree canopy. Due to this, Sacramento Tree Foundation NeighborWoods organizers have been working with residents in Arden Arcade to identify their visions for planting and tree care. Together we have completed projects at parks, in neighborhoods, at schools and other locations identified as in need by the community such as parking lots and churches. This fall we are working at Howe Community Park, adding new shade trees and caring for mature trees.

We are partnering with Howe Elementary, Fulton El Camino Parks and Recreation District, SMUD, the County of Sacramento and community members to submit your wishes to be planted with the new shade trees for our virtual event The Wishing Trees at Howe Community Park. Sub-

mit your wishes to tami@ sactree.com by November 14th to have your wishes planted and watch them grow! Follow The Sacramento Tree Foundation @ sactree on Facebook to tune in to this event on Facebook Live and hear some of your wishes read before they are planted. This beautiful park is also home to some very special memorial trees, a wide variety of tree species and will soon be welcoming the newly planted Wishing Trees. We will also be featuring a virtual self-guided walking tour highlighting some of these beautiful trees at the park which will be available on our website sactree.com November 14th so you can come check out the new Wishing Trees and check out some of the other superstar trees at this awesome park. If you are interested in supporting

and growing the canopy in Howe Community Park or planting trees at your own house or neighborhood in Arden Arcade, contact us on Facebook or Instagram @sactree, check out our website sactree.com/arden-arcade, or email tami@ sactree.com. For free shade trees at your home, check out our Sac Shade Program at sactree.com/shadetrees.

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