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61º | Cloudy | 9% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:16 a.m. | Sunset 5:20 p.m.
 
💗 Don’t bake a last minute mistake
Two heart-shaped cakes in red and pink are adorned with ribbon bows, sprinkles, and cherries. One cake reads, "X O X O," while the other says, "Be mine."
Local bakers in Sacramento can satiate that sweet tooth — or, let’s be real, sweet teeth. | Photo by Hanna’s Bakery
Will U be mine 4ever, Sacramento?

Whether you have a valentine, palentine, or you’re just experiencing some low morale-entine, some sweet confections are sure to brighten your day.

These local bakers are open for Valentine’s Day requests, but they sell out fast — so we’re serving up some of Sac’s sweetest spots to book before it’s too late.

Sprinkle Sugar Pop
Choose from heart-shaped cakes, chocolate-covered strawberries, or a box of assorted sweets. Each selection features a message, ranging from platonic to romantic.

Bundle of Cupcakes
Not every rose has its thorn — we prefer our flowers thorn-free and covered in frosting. These unbelievable cupcake arrangements are dressed up like a bouquet of roses, and you’ll have to eat it to believe it.

Sugar Sweetery
Not only has this place been featured on Food Network, they also offer hands-on classes to craft your own goodies. Shop from their workshops, cookies, cakes, cupcakes, and more to decide your Valentine’s Day vibe.

Biancaakaa Bakes
This one has range, and we’re here for it. From punny messages in flawless frosting, decadently tiered cakes, and an homage to Flamin’ Hot Cheetos — yes, you read that right — Biancaakaa’s sweets pack some heat.

CHELLYBERRIES
Keep it classy with some chocolate-covered strawberries + roses, arranged so carefully that it even makes perfectionists a little jealous. Seriously, if our lives were this orderly it might solve all our issues.
 
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Do you have plans for Valentine’s Day?
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A. Yes, I’m makin’ moves!
B. Yes, but nothing crazy.
C. No, I don’t really celebrate.
D. No, and I don’t want to talk about it.
E. Other
 
Events
 
Friday, Jan. 26
  • SacYard’s Sixth Anniversary | Friday, Jan. 26-Sunday, Jan. 28 | Times vary | SacYard Community Tap House, 1725 33rd St., Sacramento | Cost of purchase | Celebrate six years of SacYard with live music, giveaways, and an NFL Playoffs watch party on Sunday.
  • Lit Fest 2 | Friday, Jan. 26 | 6-8 p.m. | Winters Opera House, 13 Main St., Winters | Free | Stop by to listen in on poetry readings + local literary talent.
  • 2024 Breathe Youth Fest | Friday, Jan. 26 | 6-9 p.m. | Sacramento Youth Center, 1901 Del Paso Blvd., Sacramento | Free | View the winning shots of a youth film contest + enjoy free food, games, prizes, and more.
  • Super Smash Bros. Tournament | Friday, Jan. 26 | 7-8 p.m. | New Helvetia Brewing Co., 1730 Broadway, Sacramento | $5 | Play to win at this tournament + sip on your 10 oz pour included in the entry fee.
Saturday, Jan. 27
  • Saturday Morning Paint and Coffee | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Ebony London Art Studio, 204 23rd St., Sacramento | $55 | Get creative inside a local studio with coffee, tea, and pastries at your fingertips.
  • Stamp-a-thon | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Broad Room Creative Collective, 1409 Del Paso Blvd., Sacramento | Free | Help free up space in Broad Room’s Free Art Supply Closet by snagging stamps and scrapbooking overstock.
  • Da Marketplace by Pau Hana | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 12-4 p.m. | Track 7 Brewing Co., 826 Professor Lane, Ste. 100, Sacramento | Cost of purchase | Track 7’s Natomas location is hosting small business vendors, local treats, crafts, and more.
Sunday, Jan. 28
  • Chocolate Salon | Sunday, Jan. 28 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | The Citizen Hotel, 926 J St., Sacramento | $11+ | Browse artisanal gourmet chocolates and attend chef talks for behind-the-scenes tidbits.
  • Boulevard Dreams Farewell Celebration | Sunday, Jan. 28 | 12-4 p.m. | Sacramento History Museum, 101 I St., Sacramento | Free | Celebrate the departure of a lowrider exhibit with an in-house DJ, food trucks, and live art demonstrations.
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News Notes
 
Read
  • Sacramento Kings forward Trey Lyles is starting a book club, and it’s in session. The first pick is Rick Rubin’s “The Creative Act: A Way of Being” — a meditative manifesto about what it means to be an artist. Lyles will livestream the discussion on Friday, Feb. 23, so get reading.
Announced
  • Tonight’s New Year Still Queer Night Market that we shared in yesterday’s newsletter has been postponed. For updates and further information, follow Sac’s Lavender Library on Instagram.
Jobs
  • Two Sac food and beverage fixtures are hiring. Sac Youth Center is looking for a cafe manager for Uptown Grounds (1901 Del Paso Blvd.), and Old Soul Co. (555 Capitol Mall) has a line cook position available. Interested candidates can check out the Instagram captions for more specific instructions on applying.
Open
  • Elk Grove’s Vinhouse Cafe is soft-opening a second location + launching new food items this weekend. Through Sunday, visit the new storefront (7928 Gerber Rd.) for 30% off and try the new savory and sweet waffles.
Giveaway
  • Sacramento influencer Maddy Edmunds is partnering with Hyatt Centric Downtown to give away a perfect staycation. The winner will enjoy a one-night stay at the Hyatt + gift cards to Seventh Street Standard and Clayton Club. Like the post, tag a friend, and follow the associated accounts before Saturday, Jan. 27, at 5 p.m. to enter.
Cause
  • Sacramento’s City of Refuge is hosting a community movie night tonight at 6:30 p.m. with a showing of “E.T.” While admission and popcorn are free, donations are accepted and benefit production of the documentary “Unhoused Neighbors.”
Community
Active
  • Got an exercise goal, but not sure which gym is worth it? Get a free month of ClassPass + sample multiple gyms and studios with just one membership.*
 
 
Drink
 
☕ Sip and dip at Sac’s newest cafe
The interior of La Costa Cafe features gray concrete flooring, white walls and ceiling, with wood-finished booths and seating. The background reveals a wall of windows letting in natural light, and large tropical plants are dispersed throughout.
La Costa Cafe features a a wide variety of seating and plenty of natural light. | Photo by SACtoday staff
Sacramento’s Downtown and Midtown are home to a gorgeous bouquet of coffee shops and cafes, and La Costa Cafe (701 19th St.) just joined the bunch.

Chef and owner Ignacio Ortega Perez brings his Latin American roots to the menu, which offers pan de elote, tamales, breakfast burritos, and more. Among the obvious coffee choices like lattes and cappuccinos, other beverage options include a modest variety of teas.

La Costa’s interior is committed to a clean and bright aesthetic, with large tropical plants dispersed throughout to liven it up.

Customer comfort + utility seems to be at top of mind with a thoughtful array seating options: booths, table tops, window bar stools, and outlets at each station.

The cafe also offers purchasable off-menu items like produce + floral arrangements assembled by Perez’s “other half,” Lys (which is so adorable it makes us sick — in the best way, of course).

Let us know if you’ve stopped by.
 
The Buy
 
A colorful box of bonbons, a heart-shaped peanut butter bar, or any other small business-made chocolate to indulge and treat yourself this weekend. Don’t forget to add a hot cocoa bomb to cart, too.
 
 
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The Wrap
 
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Guys, I don’t think you understand how chronically online I am — in case you couldn’t tell that ~90% of the updates and news I found was via local businesses’ Instagram accounts.

But you know what? I commit to the iPad kid persona so you all can touch some grass. Let me know how it feels, please. 👨‍💻
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