Tuesday, October 25, 2011

ATA Martial Arts of Southport

The ATA Martial Arts Studio in the Southport area of West Sacramento is owned by Mr. & Mrs. Jung of West Sacramento. Stop in any time to see them working with Tiny Tigers, juniors, teenagers, black belts and adults. From Taekwondo to ATA Fit, there is something for everyone! Check them out on Facebook and the web for more information. http://www.facebook.com/#!/ATASouthport

5 Little Pumpkins

Five little pumpkins sitting on a gate
The first one says, 'oh my it's getting late'
The second one says, 'there are witches in the air'
The third one says, 'but we don't care'
The fourth one says, 'let us run and run'
The fifth one says, 'I am ready for some fun!'
Oooooohhhh went the wind and out went the light!
And, five little pumpkins rolled out of sight!

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Salute Veterans: Veterans Day Parade on November 11, 2011


Thank you Debbie Reynolds, Administrator of Eskaton Wilson Manor in West Sacramento, for sending this photo of the Day. Eskaton is sponsoring the Veterahttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifns Day Parade in West Sacramento on November 11, 2011 at 2:00 PM. The Parade route: From Westmore Oaks Elementary School, 1100 Clarendon Road, left on to Meadow Road; right on Westacre Road; right onto Park Boulevard; left onto Stone Boulevard to Sam Combs Park with festivities immediately following at Sam Combs Park. You can find more information about the event on Facebook.

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

RIP Eugene "Pops" Evenson


Born August 27, 1919 in North Dakota and a long time resident of West Sacramento Gene "Pops" Evenson passed away on October 8, 2011 at the age of 92. He met and married the love of his life Verna Jean Evenson during World War II, after a whirlwind 6 week courtship, and they were married for 62 years before her death in 2005. Gene and Verna were members of the West Sacramento Moose Lodge where we became friends 20 years ago. Gene was a master carpenter and worked many years at the California State Capitol. Gene was also a long-time volunteer at the Sacramento Jazz Jubilee and loved to dance the polka. He will be missed by many friends and family in West Sacramento.

EVENSON, Eugene Promoted into heaven on October 8, 2011 at age 92. He is now with his loving wife Verna after sharing 62 years of marriage. Eugene is survived by his children, Vernon (Deborah), Cindy (Jim), Hokey (Pat) and Gloria, 7 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Eugene was a 60 year member of Carpenters Local # 46 and a member of West Sacramento Moose Lodge # 1762. A Memorial Mass will be offered on Friday, October 14, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 1066 26th Street Sacramento, CA. Reception to follow at West Sacramento Moose Lodge, 3142 Jefferson Blvd. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to St. Francis Church, the West Sacramento Moose Lodge or a charity of choice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to River Cities Funeral Chapel.
Published in The Sacramento Bee on October 12, 2011

Sunday, September 11, 2011

Airman Christina Vinson Proudly Serves


Thank you Lori Mathis for sharing this photo of Airman Christina Vinson. Christina is the daughter of John Vinson whose family erects the 9/11 memorial on Jefferson Boulevard. Read the Sacramento Bee feature on Patriot John Vinson here.

Saturday, September 10, 2011

Remembering 9/11: We shall never forget them






Thank you to Rob Peffer for sharing his photos of the 9/11 Memorial on Jefferson Boulevard. John Vinson has been erecting the flag memorial every year since the first anniversary of September 11th, 2001.


Saturday, September 3, 2011

RIP Dick Smoot

SMOOT, Earl Richard 'Dick'
Jan. 7, 1924 - Aug. 28, 2011
Born in Bakersfield, CA., Dick spent his early years, to the sixth grade, on adventurous travels with his parents as migratory workers. He attended grade school in Portland, OR, Bakersfield and Orland, CA. He graduated from Orland High School, attended Santa Barbara State College, graduated with a BA in Industrial Arts Education from Chico State, and obtained his Masters from San Francisco State College. He served with the U.S. Army in WWII and became a teacher and Assistant Principal at River City High School.
Dick is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Sue; sons Douglas of Roseville; Mark of Dubai, and Scott of Sacramento; granddaughters Candace, Amy, and Erin of Cameron Park; sister Margorie of Yuba City; many nieces and nephews; and many wonderful and loving close friends.
Dick has requested no service except what may be at Odd Fellows Cemetery in Orland, CA. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Yolo Hospice.
Published in The Sacramento Bee from September 2 to September 3, 2011

Read more: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sacbee/obituary.aspx?n=earl-richard-smoot-dick&pid=153401328#ixzz1WtvZp1K0

Sunday, August 28, 2011

Horse Shoes...sans shoes!


OW...hope those toes weren't in the way when those horse shoes hit!

Monday, August 1, 2011

River Cats Winning Weekend


Our River Cats are kicking it this season and beat the Colorado Sky Sox in both home games last Saturday eve and Sunday afternoon. The fireworks at the end of the game were an awesome finale to a great night.

Saturday, July 30, 2011

Curb Painter


So now we know how and who paints the curbs red in our City!

Friday, July 29, 2011

The Baby Loaf VW MicroBus


The Tillamook Baby Loaf Tour Bus stopped by the Nugget Market in West Sacramento yesterday. Trivia: 759 2lb medium cheddar baby loafs can fit in this VW Microbus.

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Remembering Addison Sue Enos


Addison Sue Enos
January 14th, 2009- July 19th, 2011

Addison made a peaceful and painless journey into healing and a new life, free of her cancer in her mommy's arms. Please join our family at 11am on Saturday, July 30th, 2011 at George L. Klumpp Chapel of Flowers, 2691 Riverside Boulevard Sacramento CA 95818, for Addison's memorial service. After her memorial and interment we welcome everyone to join us at 4520 South River Rd, West Sacramento CA 95691 for a celebration honoring Addie. We kindly ask that all black attire be avoided. We wish to celebrate Addie's youth, personality and spirit, in color. This day is open to all who wish to attend; whether we know you well or not at all. If you were touched by our brave little Addison we want to share this day with you and our family.
Addison was the daughter of Carl and Amanda Enos, and grandaughter of Robin and Wally Enos (retired Fire Captain of the West Sacramento Fire Dept.)
Thank you Brittany Miller From Crossfit in West Sacramento for sharing this information.

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Friday Night at the Goose Club


We stopped by the Goose Club last Friday evening to enjoy hearing the crowd sing Karaoke with Charlene and Beth and also say hello to owner Carl Zagar behind the bar. I have a memory of "way back when" our mom used to call for a pizza "to go" from the Goose Club. Does anyone else remember those days?

Saturday, July 2, 2011

Fireworks for sale in West Sacramento


Jolaine Beers placed her order for 4th of July fireworks at the River City High School Booster Club stand on Jefferson Boulevard near Whitey's. The City of West Sacramento will allow fireworks during the period of 12 noon on the 28th of June through 12 noon on the 6th of July this year. Be sure and buy your fireworks from one of the non-profit sellers in West Sacramento.