A ribbon cutting for Meals on Wheel’s Yolo County’s Winters Senior Nutrition Center was held last Thursday.

The official name of the nutritional center was unveiled during the event as “Meals on Wheels Sutter Health Senior Nutrition Center,” which is largely due to Sutter Health’s planned investment of $100,000 to help operationalize the new meal production kitchen inside the nutrition center.

The 5,300-square-foot facility provides the nonprofit organization with active cooking space, extensive cool storage and a supply warehouse that will double its meal production capacity from 800 to 1,700 meals daily in combination with its existing Woodland-based kitchen.

“This Senior Nutrition Center is a game changer for senior health in Yolo County both physically and mentally minimizing medical intervention and allowing seniors to age in place longer in their own homes,” Joy Cohan, executive director of the Meals on Wheels Yolo County, said during the ceremony. “With this transformational facility, we can double down on our already 110% growth in service to aging adults in our community over the past two years starting with an initial strategic goal to nourish at least 1,000 seniors every weekday by the end of this calendar year.”

To read more about the nutrition center, visit dailydemocrat.com/2023/11/04/ribbon-cutting-held-for-meals-on-wheels-winters-senior-nutrition-center.

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Broderick Roadhouse will be holding its free Veteran’s Day “Show and Shine Car Show” from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11 at 319 Sixth St. in West Sacramento.

“Enjoy honoring our veterans with a beautiful day of cars, music, vendors at Broderick Roadhouse,” the event’s website stated.

The event will feature vintage and handmade vendors, a barbeque and a full bar. All ages are welcome.

For more information, visit eventbrite.com/e/veterans-day-show-and-shine-car-show-with-the-truckaderos-vendors-tickets.

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The rise of large book chains, Amazon and E-readers have all been referred to as the “independent bookstore killer” in one way or another in the last couple of decades.

According to Wordsrated, an international research data and analytics group, the number of bookstore locations dropped from 2,524 in 2019 to 1,689 in 2021. That number recently climbed back up to 2,023 last year and shows no sign of slowing.

Davis has several independent bookstores that cater to the city’s diverse population in their own unique ways. The Daily Democrat spoke to three of the most popular downtown locations – Avid Reader, Bizarro World and Logos Books – to learn how they have succeeded when so many others have failed.

To read the full story, visit dailydemocrat.com/2023/10/27/davis-bookstores-persist-through-uncertain-times. 

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Opening up a business was always a dream for Peachy Lady Boutique owner Lisa Vang.

When Peachy Lady Boutique, located at 604 3rd St., opened in mid-September 2022, Vang finally saw that dream come to fruition.

“I feel like having your own certain style of clothes gives you more confidence compared to if you’re just wearing a regular t-shirt and shorts,” Vang emphasized.

Peachy Lady specializes in high-end quality and trend-setting styles, providing customers with a combination of feminine and dressy casual outfits. The chic boutique carries everything from the more affordable dresses, blouses and sweaters to higher quality jewelry, leather jackets, purses and pants. Vang said their most popular attraction for customers is those looking for wedding guest dresses, for which they have an abundance.

To read the full story, visit dailydemocrat.com/2023/11/01/peachy-lady-boutique-provides-customers-with-high-quality-trendy-fashion-focus-on-davis.

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West Sacramento’s River Fox Train is welcoming people to “step aboard the Magical Christmas Train and be transported to an enchanting winter wonderland.”

“Santa’s elves will be on board the train to guide passengers in holiday sing-a-long, elfish games and fun festive activities,” the event’s website stated. “Children can remind Santa how nice they have been all year with a letter to Santa.”

Standard tickets cost $74 and $11 for kids 2 and under. They include a train ride, cookies, hot chocolate, a souvenir mug and a personal visit with Santa Claus, according to the website.

“All the way from the North Pole, Santa Claus joins us for a visit with each family,” the website emphasized. “Don’t forget your camera! Santa and friends are sure to bring smiles and joy to all aboard.

To book tickets or to learn more, visit riverfoxtrain.com/experiences/magical-christmas-train.

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