Rancho Cordova IAAP to Host Networking Event

The Rancho Cordova Chapter of International Association of Administrative Professionals is hosting a networking event for administrative professionals to learn more about IAAP. “Mix it Up” will be held on Thursday, December 2, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Hotel Sierra located at 11260 Point East Drive in Rancho Cordova. In addition to networking, hors d’oeuvres [...]

Winter Woofest to be a Howling Good Time

Cordova Recreation and Park District and “Gone To the Dogs!” will be presenting the third annual “Winter Woof Fest!” on December 18. This fun event will be held at the Cordova Community Center, 2197 Chase Drive, Rancho Cordova, from 11am to 3pm.

Photos of the 11th Annual Cordova Christmas Tree Lighting

BloodSource Encourages Holiday Giving that Truly Matters

BloodSource (www.bloodsource.org) has a goal to collect 700 units of blood each day so it can be tested, distributed, and on hospital shelves when needed by patients. Almost 16 million Americans needed blood last year. Every two seconds, a patient in need counts on the lifesaving gift of blood to get through cancer treatment, a surgery, an injury, or childbirth complications. Just three teaspoons can save a baby’s life.

Rio’s Pet Outreach Will Support SPCA

The weather is getting colder and the holidays are coming up. Several of my four legged friends at the Sacramento SPCA could use some help warming up for the winter. While you are getting out your cozy blankets, maybe you have an extra one or two that could be donated. We will be collecting clean, gently used blankets and towels, new pet toys, and unopened pet food through December 21st at City Hall and the Neighborhood Services Center.

Black Friday Sales Abound in Post Thanksgiving Shopping Madness

I love Thanksgiving. I love the turkey and cranberry sauce. I love watching “It’s a Wonderful Life” with the family in our pajamas as we recover from a delicious dinner and one too many slices of pie. I might blame the turkey, but it’s really a plot to get the most out of Black Friday [...]

Sheriff’s Department Santa Claus Project Delivers Toys to Special Kids

Since its inception in 1995, the Sheriff’s Santa Claus Project, started by detective Mike Wright and retired sergeant Steve Gralian, has expanded beyond Kaiser Hospitals to include Angel Tree, W.E.A.V.E. and Gifts from the Heart.

RC Chamber of Commerce and Holiday Inn to Host Networking for Charity

The Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Holiday Inn Rancho Cordova for a charity networking event. Not only will you be able to network with more than 50 other business exhibitors, but you will also be supporting multiple causes while attending Networking for Charity.

Local Business Owner Receives National Award for Excellence in Ceremony

Rancho Cordova’s Kevin Petkus, owner of the home products purveyor Petkus Brothers, was presented with the Four Seasons Star Award on November 2, 2010 in ceremony at the company’s Union City headquarters. Mr. Petkus was given the award by Neil Sarsfield, the West Coast Sales Director of Four Seasons, on behalf of the company’s CEO, Shaun Kennedy.

Local Food Mood Expert and Nutritionist Shines in Las Vegas and is a Finalist for the Platinum Excellence Award

Despite the poor economy, local Food Mood Expert and Nutritionist, Trudy Scott, believes in herself, her business and the powerful impact her work has. Scott spent the last of her savings to join Ali Brown’s high level business coaching and mentorship program, The Millionaire Protege Club in January.