Dance Classes Start March 29th!

Check out a sample of the class in the video player (3/6). 
For a link to the Sizzling Sirens, for information on performances click here.

 

Local Twittering Titan Alejandro Reyes is starting a face to face Tweet-Up (that's Meet-Up for those who Tweet... still confused... they are people who regularly use the networking site Twitter).  Toss the laptop out the window and see what some of Sac's most notorious Twitterers look like and think like in person. 
The first Tweet-up, this past Wednesday, was a huge success according to Reyes.  He says 75 people attended.

To register on Twitter click here: http://Twitter.com

To get the details on the last Tweet-Up and much more click here: http://sactweetup.eventbrite.com

Aye Matey!   Um, I mean Erin Go Bragh!

de Vere's Irish Pub and Mix Dowtown are teaming up to put the shake in your shamrock.  They are closing off one city block, L St. 15th-16th, in downtown Sacramento for the 1st Annual "Get Your Irish Up" block party. On St. Patrick's Day, March 17th from 10am-10pm, you can grab yourself some Irish food, whiskey, beer and maybe a Gaelic dancer or two.  There will be bagpipes and other live music like "Tainted Love" to get your Irish eyes smiling.  Tickets are $15 a person in advance and $20 the day of the event.  Purchase those tics at either location or by calling 916.442.8899.  Catch the after party at Mix and de Vere's from 10pm-2am. 

In other Irish news... how about taking a Highland dance class?  Click here

For those early risers "The Boxing Donkey" in Roseville is pouring the Irish Carbombs starting at 6am on St. Patty's Day.  Click here

           AFFORDABLE FAMILY SIERRA GET-A-WAY
                                                     
                                     As Seen on Fox40 Live! 
                (Get a preview of this Sierra Getaway in the video window)

            $15 A DAY
                         OR
                              AROUND ~$200 OVERNIGHT

No, it's not a Craig's List posting... this is the real deal.
With rooms starting at just $39 bucks a night, the Strawberry Lodge is one of the cheapest, friendliest and cleanest places you can stay up Highway 50.  Okay, so it's the only restaurant/hotel open year-round up 50 but still!  Just past Kyburz, you'll find this majestic little lodge covered in snow. 




There are no tv's or telephones, but plenty of games and books by the fire.  Keep in mind the cheapest rooms overlook the highway, so you may hear chains on tires passing by (and you share a single bathroom/shower with other residents, but it's clean!!!).
The little lodge also has an equally charming restaurant that serves home cooked meals.  It's just below the world renowned Lover's Leap, and along the original Pony Express Line.
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Saving Money on that Hotel Stay...


It was a City by the Bay weekend and the most satisfying part, I "Rebelled Against the Recession".
A week before the trip I logged onto a hotel search site to check out prices.  I found a hotel in my range $50-75.00.  Then I called the hotel to see how much they were charging for the room.  Turns out the online price was lower than the rate they gave me.  But parking was going to be an additional $27 bucks. 
Solution:  Find street parking for free, which I did.  Also, ask the hotel if they offer a discount for AAA, military, seniors or state workers.
The hotel I selected offered a continental breakfast saving me about 30 bucks. 
The hotel was also within walking distance of the attractions I wanted to visit.  I saved by walking, instead of jumping in a cab.
I researched a nearby restaurant for dinner.  After perusing the menu, and price list... I made a reservation.
To cap off the night, I enjoyed dessert at a much cheaper restaurant.
A total savings of close to $100 dollars.
Lets review:
*Book your hotel online by cross-checking prices
*Call the hotel to see if they're offering a better price or a discount.
*Find a hotel that's close to attractions.
*Make sure there's adequate street parking.
*Book a dinner reservation in advance, where you already know what you'll be spending.
*Grab dessert at a cheaper location.

                              "BOW WOW WOW... AND MEEOOOW!"
Those are the words pets everywhere are using to describe West Sacramento's Wag Hotel.




This boutique hotel is just for cats and dogs... no iguana's please.
The only place locally where staff is on hand 24/7 for drop off, pick up or just a call to check in on your little angel.   Prices range from $38 a night for small dogs to $25 bucks for cats.  They also offer an all-day play for dogs who need a spot to go while their parents are at work.
For a little extra, owners can arrange for a blueberry facial, zen massage, swim time, paw-ticure or grooming. Inside the lobby is a gift shop that offers a slew of photo frames, clothing, collars and much more.
The cattery was designed with the help of UC Davis researchers to give felines a cozy and entertaining environment.  A fish tank sits in the middle of the room, visible to all the guests during their stay.  Cats are kept in special two room cottages with adequate ventilation.  They are released throughout the day, for kitty cuddle time and group play.
Dogs, meanwhile, have a choice of several room sizes.
All linens are changed daily.
A list of vaccinations are required before the stay, and are kept on record in case Fido or Fluffy need to be dropped off in an emergency.  For a link to Wag, click here.