We’re still a ways off from the first days of summer, but we’re already seeing the first signs of the carefree summer attitude: people have already begun sneaking out early from their Friday workdays, and perhaps most importantly, they’ve started dusting off their backyard grills.

We may not be able to help cover for your Friday afternoon absences, but we can help when it comes to cooking over an open flame. If you’re tired of conventional, familiar Memorial Day fare (pasta salads, chicken, pasta salads with chicken), here are five new dishes you never thought would work well with smoke and fire. This Memorial Day, go rogue: grill what no one else is grilling. READ MORE

Saturday join 500 plus visitors of the Carmichael Kiwanis Club fund raising event.

Enjoy the best of what Carmichael has to offer at the "Taste" from 4:30-8:00pm at La Sierra Community Center at 5325 Engle Road.

Enjoy the offerings from 60 booths and food, beer and wine providers. You will find plenty to do all afternoon and evening as you sample from dozens of Carmichael's (and nearby) American and ethnic restaurants, bakeries and markets. Wineries from the local valley and foothills will be on hand to pour you their latest vintages and Hoppy Brewing Company and their beers!

With summer on it’s way, wedding season is heating up, too! Newly engaged couples and event planners are invited to the next complimentary Bridal Open House happening on Sunday, May 19, beginning at 10 a.m. at Arden Hills. 

You are invited to visit the breathtaking Resort to enjoy tasty appetizers and refreshments while touring the gorgeous site with three elegant ballrooms, two lush wedding courtyards, the luxurious overnight Villas and award-winning spa and salon. 

Known as the area’s premiere wedding destination, Arden Hills is well suited for creating events to remember!  For more, call 916-482-6111 or visit www.ardenhills.net.