Around Town: January 8

I talked about the Williams-Sonoma calendar last week - and I want to mention another class they are offering this week. This is one of their classes that costs $$ - but I think the idea of a cookbook club would be awesome! January 11th is the 1 1/2 to 2 hour Cookbook Club class that highlights a different cookbook each month. For $75 you get the featured cookbook plus a three course meal. Kind of expensive for my taste -- but I love the idea! It would be neat to get a group of friends together to do. (Anyone interested?)

January 14 is Second Saturday - which is always a good time to get out and about in Sacramento. If you're heading out for this one, maybe stop by and visit the Sacramento Ballet. They will be exhibiting some photographs as well as their "Fire Calendar" will be on sale for $10. Plus you can meet and greet the dancers. The studio is located at the corner of 17th and K Streets.

And of course, its the time of year for Dine Downtown - where you can get a 3-course dinner for $30 a person at participating restaurants. This runs from Jan. 9 thru the 18th. There are some good choices, Delta King, Ten22, Ella's... yum.