Games of the XXX Olympiad-London 2012

You can bet we all had a cold one in hand as we watched the Olympic Games Opening Ceremony on NBC tonight to see the Parade of Nations and the lighting of the Olympic Cauldron. From 27 July until 12 August 2012 we will be tuned in to root for our Team USA! Thank you to Walmart in West Sacramento for allowing us this photo opportunity.

Port of West Sacramento's New Signage

The previous sign said "Port of Sacramento". The new sign proudly announces the correct location of the Port property which is in West Sacramento.

Raley Field Artwork

This mural of ball players sitting on the bench is hanging from the fence on the 3rd Street side of Raley Field...

Sushi Art at the Nugget Market

I could not help myself yesterday..this beautiful Tempura Shrimp Roll called out to me as I walked by. The Sushi Chef at the West Sacramento Nugget Market prepared one especially for me. Our family has been working on healthy eating and I think this fit in with our program!

Remembering Fiore Garibaldi

GARIBALDI, Fiore John
12/25/1913 - 06/20/2012
Entered into rest on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 in West Sacramento, CA, at the age of 98. Born December 25, 1913 in Bryte, CA. After returning from World War II, as a Prisoner of War, he would then return to Bryte, CA where he would reside for the remainder of his life. He was preceded in death by Dolly, his beloved wife for nearly 65 years. He is survived by his only child, Jeanne Binns and her partner Michael, devoted grandfather (Gramps) to Steven Binns and his wife, Lynn and Renee Lowder and her husband, Jack, and great-grandfather (Papa Fiore) to Hunter and Fallon Binns and Delaney and Gage Lowder. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Fiore will always be known for his love of the outdoors and his compassion for his family. He was a hard working man with a big heart. Fiore was very much loved and he will be missed by his family and friends. He shall remain in our hearts forever. The family invites friends to attend the Visitation on Sunday, June 24, 2012 from 2-5pm at NICOLETTI, CULJIS & HERBERGER Funeral Home, 5401 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA. Services will be held on Monday, June 25, 2012 at 10am at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 1066 26th St, Sacramento, CA. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery.

Read more here: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sacbee/obituary.aspx?pid=158162685#storylink=cpy

Remembering Allen Cadero

R.I.P Allen Cadero 1951-2012. Many folks are remembering the good times they had with Allen Cadero and the "Merry Band of Misfits"...a bunch of kids who graduated from James Marshall High School in West Sacramento. Allen was an active citizen in our community and served on many local boards and committees including the West Sacramento Parks and Community Services Commission, West Sacramento Historical Society, The West Sacramento Arts Guild, and the Special Olympics. Allen was named Citizen of the Year by the California Parks and Recreation Society in 1994 for his extensive involvement in the community. Allen, the entrepreneur, had successful business partnerships in the Sacramento Valley and opened Cloth Country on Jefferson Boulevard, moving it to the Merkley Ave location then to Old Sacramento. Family and friends will be gathering for a private memorial.