Christmas in Fair Oaks 2022 Holiday Guide

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Dear Fair Oaks Community, Tis the season to celebrate old traditions – and make new ones! The Fair Oaks elves (Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District & Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce, together with our partners) have come together to make this December one to remember!

The Fair Oaks community is a special place to live, work, and play! We hope you find some activities for you or your family to participate in this December, right here in Fair Oaks!

Be sure to follow us online at the official Christmas in Fair Oaks Facebook page for the most up-to-date information, event updates and details, and pop-up events not listed in this guide.

All of us here at the Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District and Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce would like to wish you a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a Rockin' New Year!

All our Best, Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District and Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce

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Small Business Season | Best of Fair Oaks Voting | Search for the Christmas Elves December Photo Challenge | Holiday Letters (registration deadline 12/2)

December 1: Holiday Paint & Sip Workshop (register early, spaces are limited) December 2: Jingle Bowl (registration deadline 11/30) | Java & Jingle BV Dessert Concert Fundraiser December 3: Winter Welcome Hour: The Gift of Historic Preservation | Fair Oaks Tree Lighting

December 4: Fair Oaks Vintage Charm December 5: Evergreen Wreath Class (register early, spaces are limited) Decorate! Fair Oaks voting begins (registration deadline 12/01) December 6: Holiday Night Market | Fair Oaks Farmers Market | Children's Story Time December 7: Children's Explore & Learn | Holiday Shopping Fair Jingle & Mingle Village Stroll (register early, spaces are limited) December 8: Angel Door Hanger (register early, spaces are limited) | Holiday Food & Craft Fair Meristem's Feast of Wreaths (register early, spaces are limited) December 9: Pictures with Santa | Parent's Night Out Kid's Night In (registration deadline 12/7) December 10: Pet Photos with Santa | Meristem's Annual Winter Faire Charcuterie 101 (register early, spaces are limited) | Procession of Holiday Lights Disney in December BV Dessert Choir Concert

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December 11: Holiday Breakfast December 12: Light up! Fair Oaks Voting Begins (registration deadline 12/6) December 13: Fair Oaks Farmers Market | Children's Story Time December 14: Children's Explore & Learn | Santa Stops (register early, spaces are limited) December 15: Holiday Luncheon (registration deadline 12/13) Santa Stops (register early, spaces are limited) | Posada Navidena December 16: Carols & Dinner | Snowman Scavenger Hunt December 17: Light Up the Night Christmas Bike Light Ride (pre-registration required) Nutcracker Land of Wonders

December 18: First Day of Hanukkah | Dreidel December 19: Glow Throw Disc Golf | Sweets & Treats (registration deadline 12/15) December 20: Fair Oaks Farmers Market | Children's Story Time December 21: Children's Explore & Learn | Holiday Zumba (pre-registration required) Holiday Dinner at Brahma December 22: 2022 Memory Book December 23: Holiday Crafting Kit (pickup kits between 12/1-12/22) December 24: Festive Holiday Playlist

December 25: Christmas Day December 26: Building Better Health | First Day of Kwanzaa December 27: Fair Oaks Farmers Market | Children's Story Time Winter Break Camp (registration deadline 12/22) | Kaia Fit Free Workouts December 28: Children's Explore & Learn December 29: New Years Crafting Kit December 30: New Years Resolutions December 31: Rocky's Fitness Challenge | New Years Mixology

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Help keep the Orangevale - Fair Oaks Food Bank's shelves stocked this winter with healthy, non-perishable food, fresh produce from your garden and trees, new toiletries, dog and cat food, diapers, wipes, feminine hygiene products, and adult incontinence products.

Donations can be dropped off any day Monday through Friday 8:30am-12:00pm and also Wednesdays 4:00pm-6:00pm each week. Please note the Food Bank will have holiday closures from Monday, December 19 - Friday, December 30.

Many events throughout this Holiday Guide will also be collecting canned food or monetary donations for the Food Bank.

The Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank desires to make a positive impact on our community by helping those who have hit difficult times. If you have lost a job, are struggling to meet basic needs, or just need someone to help or pray with you – we are here to help.

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Come out and support Fair Oaks Businesses through December 31! Shop and dine locally this Holiday Season! Your support makes the holidays even happier for small businesses and keeps money in our community.

Don’t forget: this year's Small Business Saturday falls on November 25.

Vote for your favorite places in Fair Oaks! Voting is open now through Dec. 22 at midnight. Winners will be announced on January 26, 2023, at North Ridge Country Club. For more details on how to vote or about the event visit BestofFairOaks.com

Christmas Elves will be out and about throughout the month of December! Follow us on social media @Christmas in Fair Oaks for hints on their location! Once found, say the secret phrase "How many deer would a reindeer reign if a reindeer could reign deer?" and get rewarded with a holiday treat.

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1. Something red 2. Favorite holiday song 3. Christmas memory 4. Baking 5. Scented candle 6. Snowman 7. Shopping 8. Something sweet 9. Candy canes 10. Scarf 11. Elf 12. Favorite ornament 13. Hot chocolate 14. Your holiday card 15. Stockings

16. Your pet 17. Gingerbread 18. Holiday house decor 19. Santa hat 20. Angel 21. Gift wrapping paper 22. Community or town 23. House Christmas lights 24. Holiday meal 25. Holiday gathering 26. Tradition 27. Something white 28. Cozy and warm 29. Something you are grateful for 30. Favorite memory from the year 31. New Year's Celebration

Let our Holiday Elves make your loved ones holiday memories with a personalized letter from the North Pole. Complete a Letter Order Form with their information and return it to our Holiday Elves by Friday, December 2nd, 2022 by 5:00pm. (This date guarantees mailing one week before Christmas).

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We are bringing back one of our annual holiday traditions...the Red Truck Paint & Sip night! You bring the wine and we'll provide snacks. Voila! The perfect night out with friends! Don't worry...the image will be printed on your 9" x 12" canvas, ensuring your artistic success! Please join us! Register early, space is limited.

Get your holiday rolling and join the Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce at the 2nd annual Fair Oaks JINGLE Bowl! Sign up as an individual or a team of 4-6. Dress to impress! Wearing an ugly sweater or dressing your team in a holiday theme is encouraged. Enter to win the Jingle Bowl raffle. Prize for best Ugly Sweater.

Registration Deadline: 11/30

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Feeling Jolly? Join the Bella Vista High School Band & Dance Team for their annual Band Concert fundraiser. Pizza, desserts, and beverages will be provided.

The Fair Oaks History center will present their Winter “Welcome Hour.” Immerse yourself in the history of Fair Oaks with history exhibits, guest experts, children’s activities, and a festive atmosphere.

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Christmas in Fair Oaks TREE LIGHTING

The entire community is invited to attend the Christmas in Fair Oaks Tree Lighting event! The annual holiday celebration will feature live music, community stage performances, craft vendors, children's games, and activities, food trucks, hot cocoa, Santa & Mrs. Claus, tree lighting, and warm Fair Oaks charm for the entire family. General Admission, parking, pictures with Santa, and children's games and activities are free.

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1:30pm: General Parking Opens 2:00pm: Event Begins Activity & Vendor Booths, Food & Hot Cocoa Vendors Music & Community Performances Canned Food Collection 3:00pm: Pictures with Santa 5:00pm: Santa Pictures End 5:30pm: Tree Lighting (may delay based on sunlight) Event is RAIN or SHINE. Some events and activities are weather permitting.

If you are interested in being a part of this exciting event for the community, please sign up to lend a hand!

Support the lighting of the Fair Oaks Holiday Tree by purchasing an ornament. A special tag with your name will be attached and hung on the 2022 Holiday Tree for all to see! Purchase by November 16th to ensure your ornament is tagged and hung on the tree.

Do you want to contribute to this event and advertise your business or organization? Sponsor today!

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Come to charming Fair Oaks Village to enjoy Classic Cars, cheer on the runners of the California International Marathon (CIM), then, enjoy children's craft making and face painting, shop merchant specials and grab a bite at one of the many delicious Village restaurants.

7:00am: Classic Cars in the Village 7:00am-10:00am: CIM watch party, hot cocoa & coffee in front of EJ's Little People 11:00am-2:00pm: Children's crafts & face painting in front of Biker Bar.

Come get in the holiday spirit with Sherwood's Wreath Making class. We'll provide a wreath base of mixed evergreens as well as fresh and dried embellishments

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Sign up to compete in the Holiday window decorating contest! Sign up for your business to enter! Entries are limited to businesses in Fair Oaks (95628). All business addresses will be advertised for the community to view your window display and vote on their favorite. A photo will also be displayed on social media. Entry with the greatest number of votes will win a 2023 Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce membership $235 value.

EVENT DETAILS & DATES Registration Deadline: December 1 Voting Held: December 5-19 Winner Announced: December 20

Check out all the window display in person or online. Voting will take place December 5-19. The winner will be announced December 20.

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Come sip, snack and shop our Holiday Night Market featuring artisanal products from over 20 local makers. Celebrate & GIVE BACK. Take a photo with Santa and make a cash or check donation to the SPARKLE Foundation, our non-profit benefiting local women in need, www.sparklenow.org.

Please consider taking a car service (Lyft/Uber) or carpooling to Shangri-la as parking is limited.

Shop Fair Oaks Farmers' Market, rain or shine, for your holiday meals! Enjoy a variety of freshly picked seasonal produce, honey, eggs, meat, herbs, olive oil, olives, hummus, yogurt, veggie dips, salsa, fish, rubs, pies, cookies, bread, scones, and more! The market is also great place to purchase holiday gifts from crafters offering jewelry, hand-knitted hats and scarfs, baskets, wind chimes, art, and so much more.

Fun stories, sing-alongs, and opportunities for children and adults to meet and socialize. No registration is required. While at the library be sure to check out your favorite winter and holiday-themed books.

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Guided play activity where children explore basic concepts of shapes, counting, movement, and art. No registration is required. While at the library be sure to check out your favorite winter and holiday-themed books.

Join us for the Rollingwood YMCA Second Annual Holiday Shopping Fair! Shop local sellers, crafters, and homemade goods. Gifts, jewelry, clothes, cookies, beauty, and more!

Please note - this is a cash-and-carry event.

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Find your most unique holiday sweater and jingle all the way through the Fair Oaks Village! Enjoy food and drinks at participating restaurants while mingling with new and old friends. All attendees will receive a bell and are encouraged to wear an ugly sweater. Prize for the top ugly sweaters. Stay tuned for registration details, released 11/18.

Create this 14” round heavenly door hanger, with paint, Iron Orchid Designs Stamps, and moulds. Embellish with stars and voila!

Register early, space is limited.

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Fair Oaks Farmers Market brings you the Holiday Food and Craft Fair! Come mingle amongst the craft and food vendors while enjoying dinner, local breweries and live music.

Please join us for a festive night of celebration and good cheer that includes: short stories of success, locally-sourced food prepared by chefs in collaboration with Meristem’s Culinary Arts Students, a wine tasting with award-winning Viticulturist Anne Kraemer of Shadow Ridge Ranch’s Yorba Wines, connecting with other sponsors and event attendees, a silent auction of “Experiences” that are the perfect holiday gifts, wreaths, wreaths and more wreaths!

Proceeds from this event will go to benefit Meristem's nonprofit program for neurodiverse young adults. Sponsorships available.

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Capture the magic with Santa portraits by Chrysti Tovani (I LOVE Fair Oaks). Then, enjoy shopping in the Village and celebrate Fashion Rewind Trading Co.'s Anniversary.

We'll also be accepting cash donations for the Orangevale - Fair Oaks Food Bank.

Grown ups – do you need time to shop, have a date night, or just looking to stay in and relax? Send the kids to us! Our Camp Fair Oaks staff will be on site to provide festive and fun winter themed crafts, games, and a special holiday treat! Preregistration is required and drop in’s cannot be accommodated. See website for complete details. Registration Deadline:

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Bring your pet for pictures with Santa. Please bring your own camera. All pets must be wellbehaved and always leashed. The event is free, but a monetary donation would be greatly appreciated and will go towards the ongoing efforts of future improvement projects at the Fair Oaks Dog Park. Cash, checks, and credit card will be accepted onsite.

All are welcome at Meristem’s Annual Winter Faire as we celebrate the season with a bounty of one-of-a-kind items, gifts, baked goods, and art created by students, staff, and community vendors. Get in the spirit of the season with live music, craft activities, and more!

Proceeds from this event will go to benefit Meristem's nonprofit program for neurodiverse young adults.

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Let’s spend the afternoon, getting all of the tips and tricks, professional charcuterie wizards use, to wow their guests! Bring your own wine to sip, or enjoy a complimentary sparkling beverage, on us!

You’ll get lots of hands-on know-how and leave with a party tray to enjoy with friends, back home.

Our guest instructor, Pam, will share a handout with sources you’ll want to remember and tons of great ideas. Register early, space is limited.

Join in on the procession of lights (decorate your car, truck, or trailer or find a viewing spot along the route (the route begins and ends at the Orangevale Fair Oaks Food Bank). Sweat Pants and monetary donations will be collected and will benefit the HART (Homeless Assistance Resource Team) of Orangevale Fair Oaks.

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Join the Bella Vista Choir for their annual "Disney in December" dessert concert!

Enjoy desserts while listening to the beautiful voices singing Disney hits and holiday tunes from Bella Vista's concert choir and madrigals. Proceeds from the event support BV's Choir Department. Doors open at 6:15pm, concert begins at 7:00pm. $15 cash at door.

Santa is coming to breakfast!

Bring the kids to visit with Santa (9:00am - 10:30am) when he makes a Pre-Christmas visit to the Orangevale/Fair Oaks Grange! Come get their famous "All You Can Eat PANCAKES" breakfast.

Regular Breakfast - Adults $7 Children (ages 8 & under) $4 Scrambled eggs, meat, and blueberry pancakes.

Hearty Breakfast - All Ages $9 Scrambled eggs, meat, blueberry pancakes, and either biscuits & gravy OR french toast. *All breakfasts include coffee, tea, milk, or orange juice.

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Ring in the holidays with this "Light Up! Fair Oaks" holiday light, house decorating contest! Sign up for your house to enter! Entries are limited to houses in Fair Oaks (95628). All entered residences' addresses will be advertised for the community to view your decorations and vote on their favorite. Entry with the greatest number of votes will win a prize!

EVENT DETAILS & DATES Registration Deadline: December 6 Voting Held: December 12-18 Winner Announced: December 19

Follow the map and vote for the home you thought lit up Fair Oaks best.

Voting will take place December 12-18. The winner will be announced December 19.

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Shop Fair Oaks Farmers' Market, rain or shine, for your holiday meals! Enjoy a variety of freshly picked seasonal produce, honey, eggs, meat, herbs, olive oil, olives, hummus, yogurt, veggie dips, salsa, fish, rubs, pies, cookies, bread, scones, and more! The market is also great place to purchase holiday gifts from crafters offering jewelry, hand-knitted hats and scarfs, baskets, wind chimes, art, and so much more.

Fun stories, sing-alongs, and opportunities for children and adults to meet and socialize. No registration is required. While at the library be sure to check out your favorite winter and holiday-themed books.

Guided play activity where children explore basic concepts of shapes, counting, movement, and art. No registration is required.

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Santa will be in town and he plans to make some special visits to all the good girls and boys of Fair Oaks! Santa and his top elf will stop at registered residences for photos, candy canes, and conversation.

Space is LIMITED, register early!

Come dressed in your Holiday sweaters and network with other community businesses. We welcome members and non-members of the community.

Registration Deadline: 12/13

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Join us for a free family event in celebration of Posada Navidena. Posada is a precelebration of Christmas with food, drinks , music, sweet-filled piñatas and sweets.

Toys for tacos! Bring a new unwrapped toy in exchange for a taco! Toys will be donated to a local organization.

Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la. Treat yourself to an authentic Mexican dinner and enjoy Christmas carols by Pete Shroeder.

You can find Pete at different locations in Fair Oaks. Come carol with him and the Rotary Club of Fair Oaks at local Assisted Living locations.

FOYAB invites you and your family on a hunt throughout the parks in Fair Oaks.

View the Snowman Scavenger Hunt online to find out which parks they are hiding in! Write down the letters found on each snowman and unscramble the magic word at each park they're hiding. Scan the QR code, enter the word, and a random person will be chosen to win a prize!

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Bundle up, bring your glow gear, and deck out your bike with as many holiday lights as you can find for Family FreeRide's 2nd annual Christmas Bike Light Ride at the Fair Oaks Bike Park. All ages are welcome. Most festive outfits and bike light decorations will win prizes. Helmets and Registration are required.

The event is free to attend however, Family FreeRide is asking for a $4 donation per person to raise funds for the Orangevale - Fair Oaks Food Bank via cash or venmo.

Schedule 5:30pm: Arrive and Stage 5:50pm: Light Decoration Contest winners announced 6:00pm: Ride departs Fair Oaks Bike Park to surrounding neighborhoods 6:50pm: Ride Returns for Hot Cocoa and marshmallows around the campfire 7:30pm: Event Ends

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Come join us for an exciting Holiday adventure as we dance our way through the Land of Wonders. Enjoy an exciting new twist on a classic tale. A family-friendly event, all ages are welcome. The theatre is located inside the Sunrise Mall.

Today is the first day of Hanukkah. In celebration, Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District is giving out 100 free dreidels and directions on how to play. Game kits are available for pick up between December 1st - December 18th at Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District & Fair Oaks Brew Pub, until supplies last.

Pickup Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District (4150 Temescal St.) Monday - Friday | 9:00am-5:00pm Fair Oaks Brew Pub (7988 California Ave.) Monday | 3:00pm - 8:00pm Wednesday - Friday | 11:00am-8:00pm Saturday & Sunday | 9:30am - 8:00pm

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Enjoy disc golf, holiday style! The baskets will be lit with holiday lights. Come with a light-up disc or add some glow tape prior to teeing off, compliments of the Parkway Disc Golf Foundation. Parkway merchandise will be available for purchase. Open to all play levels.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this kid-approved Sweets & Treats class. Your child will create tasty treats, each with a holiday theme. Each child will take home a plate of goodies and a handmade craft ornament.

Registration Deadline: 12/15

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Shop Fair Oaks Farmers' Market, rain or shine, for your holiday meals! Enjoy a variety of freshly picked seasonal produce, honey, eggs, meat, herbs, olive oil, olives, hummus, yogurt, veggie dips, salsa, fish, rubs, pies, cookies, bread, scones, and more! The market is also great place to purchase holiday gifts from crafters offering jewelry, hand-knitted hats and scarfs, baskets, wind chimes, art, and so much more.

Fun stories, sing-alongs, and opportunities for children and adults to meet and socialize. No registration is required. While at the library be sure to check out your favorite winter and holiday-themed books.

Guided play activity where children explore basic concepts of shapes, counting, movement, and art. No registration is required.

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Jingle all the way through this holiday-themed Zumba party! Dress in your favorite holiday workout attire and get ready to sweat, dance, sing, and laugh. The holiday-themed Zumba class will take place on Wednesday, December 21, and is included in your December session registration or pay a $10 drop-in fee for the single day.

Christmas is near! Celebrate the holidays at Brahma with a 3-course dinner with a prix fixe menu. The entree course will have choices from our regular menu and special holiday-themed options. Festive themed drinks will also be available as additional separate options with the meal.

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Create your own memory book to wrap up 2022! Write down your adventures, draw some of your favorite things you did, and write yourself a letter to read again next year! Download a printable version starting December 1.

Join our very own Preschool Teacher, Miss Alisha, as she guides you through the steps to make your very own popsicle stick Christmas tree and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer ornament!

Pick up between 966-1036 scissors,

your free craft kit at our District Office December 1 - 22, until supplies last (call 916to check availability). Supplies not included: glue, and markers.

Do you hear what I hear? Check out our curated holiday playlist – perfect for getting cozy by the fire, rocking around the Christmas tree, and all your other holiday celebrations this year!

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The Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District and Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce wish you a wonderful, safe, and enjoyable holiday with your loved ones!

The Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District and The Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce will be closed from December 23, 2022 January 2, 2023, in commemoration of the holidays.

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Start your New Year off right with some daily health & wellness challenges in the month of January! Make positive changes and accomplish everything you want to do in 2023!

View the Calendar and save the image on your phone to remind you to complete your daily challenges!

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Avoid bright lights before you go to bed.

Avoid heavily charred meats.

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Eat plenty of vegetables and fruit (think rainbow!).

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Make time for self care. Rest and recharge.

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Keep learning and growing.

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Spend a few minutes a day stretching. Stay flexible.

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Write a list of 3 things every day that you are grateful for.

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Find ways to laugh. Laughter is the best medicine!

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Eat from a smaller plate.

Make half of your plate vegetables.

Shop Fair Oaks Farmers' Market, rain or shine, for your holiday meals! Enjoy a variety of freshly picked seasonal produce, honey, eggs, meat, herbs, olive oil, olives, hummus, yogurt, veggie dips, salsa, fish, rubs, pies, cookies, bread, scones, and more! The market is also great place to purchase holiday gifts from crafters offering jewelry, hand-knitted hats and scarfs, baskets, wind chimes, art, and so much more.

Fun stories, sing-alongs, and opportunities for children and adults to meet and socialize. No registration is required. While at the library be sure to check out your favorite winter and holiday-themed books.

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Jump into the winter FUN with Camp Fair Oaks winter break camp! Chill out and enjoy a variety of winter-themed crafts, games, and sports. Preregistration is required by December 22. Camp will also be held January 3-6 and you may register for that week also using the link below.

Get fit women classes strong!

with Kaia Fit! We are a fitness community dedicated to building strong through functional training and nutrition support. We're offering free from 12/27-1/1 so feel free to come check us out and start your new year Ages 16+ and all fitness levels welcome!

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Guided play activity where children explore basic concepts of shapes, counting, movement, and art. No registration is required.

Join our very own Preschool Teacher, Miss Alisha, as she guides you through the steps to make your very own confetti party poppers to help ring in the New Year!

Pick up your free craft kit at our District Office between December 1 - 22, until supplies last (call 916966-1036 to check availability). Supplies not included: scissors, glue, tape, and markers.

We're getting ready to ring in the New Year! Share your New Years resolutions and commitments to social media! Whether it's being outside more, reading new books, spending more time away from your phone, or whatever the resolution - share it with others and commit to making positive changes in 2023!

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Is your New Year’s resolution to get fit and exercise more?

Participate in the 31 Day Fitness Challenge, a daily fitness challenge for the month of January 2023 that you can complete at home or in various parks in Fair Oaks. Do pull-ups at Bannister Park, go for a jog at the Mississippi Bar Trailhead, or walk your dog at Phoenix Park. This event is completely free and you can complete it on your own time!

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30+ minute Walk in a Fair Oaks Park!

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30+ minute Walk in a Fair Oaks Park!

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28 CARDIO

60+ minute Walk or Run

Join Kaia Fit for their Resolution Run and get a kick-start to your New Year's Resolutions to be more active! Run will be pet & stroller friendly, all ages welcome! $6 parking fee

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