The Sacramento Brief December 19, 2025

Show Notes

NEWS

Man arrested for Sexual Assault against a 13-year-old.

https://x.com/sacsheriff/status/2001808878091280680?s=46&t=PhCR2qG_2J0JHQypV0KFew

CITY WATCH

• Winter solstice (Dec 21) marks the longest night of the year; Sacramento County urges community support during cold, wet weather.
• Donations accepted through Jan 5 at Warren E. Thornton Youth Center. High-need items: blankets, unopened hygiene items, winter clothing, socks, hats, gloves, dog food. Men’s clothing especially needed.
• Separate food and clothing drive runs through Jan 1, 2026 at 700 Franklin Blvd., Suite 200, coordinated with Another Choice Another Chance.
• Adult Protective Services successfully stabilized a Sacramento County senior after more than a year of coordinated care. He moved into assisted living in Feb 2025 and is now safe and thriving.
• More info: https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2025-articles.html#gsc.tab=0

WEATHER

• 85% chance of rain today
• Steadiest rain this afternoon
• High: 57°

EVENTS

• American River Group Walk
  • Fri 8:00 a.m. | Rossmoor Bar River Access
  • 3–4 miles, flat, dogs welcome | Meets M/W/F
  • https://www.meetup.com/these-boots-are-made-for-walking-hiking-skiing-and-more/events/312223668/

• Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op Tour & Lunch
  • Fri 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op
  • Guided shopping + salad lunch | Limited space
  • https://www.meetup.com/sacvegansociety-org/events/312316924/

• Ugly Sweater Dart Shoot
  • Sat 12:00 p.m. | Bike Dog Brewing East Sac
  • $15 entry | Random teams | Prizes
  • https://svda.org/upcoming-event/ugly-sweater-shoot/

• Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
  • Sat 8:45–10:00 p.m. | First United Methodist Church
  • Tickets from $31
  • https://eventvesta.com/events/119871/t/tickets

• Gingerbread House Decorating Party
  • Sun 4:00–6:00 p.m. | The Frederic Rooftop
  • Gingerbread kit, treats, rooftop views
  • https://www.instagram.com/lavishbakingacademy