March is in full swing and lucky for us, Sacramento has lots in store for residents and visitors alike! From Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations to Easter egg hunts and a myriad of springtime festivities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We are also sharing some fun DIY Easter crafts and delicious brunch recipes that you can make from the comfort of your own home. Finally, we’ll take a look at the local real estate market to explore the latest trends and developments as the spring housing market begins to unfold.
Sacramento is budding with events this March! See what’s in store this month and be sure to mark your calendars accordingly:
LOCAL EVENTS & HAPPENINGS:
Sacramento River Fox Train Easter Egg Express (Popular Event! Book Now)
Sacramento Kings 2024 Schedule
Front Street Carousel & Waterfront Wheel in Old Sacramento
Sacramento River Cats Schedule
March 7: Women in Business Expo
March 8: Women’s History Month Group Art Exhibit at Amatoria
March 9: 19th Annual Gardeners Market at Shepherd Garden & Arts Center
March 9-10: Sacramento Comic-Con at SAFE Credit Union Convention Center
March 9: 3rd Annual City of Trees Mardi Gras Parade
March 10: Sacramento Antique Faire
March 14: Yoga Night & Sound Bath at Sac State
March 16: Old Sacramento Waterfront Saint Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival
March 16: Saint Patrick’s Day Charcuterie Workshop with Grazing Gouda
March 16-17: 2024 Shamrock’n 5K, 10K, Half Marathon & Leprechaun Dash
March 16-17: Leprechaun Lounge at Sacramento Railroad Museum
March 23: Easter Extravaganza
March 24: Sacramento Wedding Festival at Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel
March 30: Easter in the Park
March 30: Easter Eggstravaganza in Old Fair Oaks
SPRING FORWARD FOR DAYLIGHT SAVINGS:
Daylight savings time takes place on Sunday, March 10th at 2 am! Remember to set your clocks ahead by one hour and get ready to soak in that extra daylight in the days ahead!
EASTER DIY CRAFTS:
Looking to kick off the festivities this spring with some fun Easter crafts? We’ve got you covered with five simple yet adorable ideas that everyone can partake in!
Gold Leaf Easter Eggs: Tired of dunking your eggs in food coloring? Take your Easter egg game to the next level with these gorgeous gold-leaf Easter eggs. Learn how to create them here.
Good Egg Wreath: A good first impression starts with the entryway. And what better way to welcome guests than with a beautiful (and easy-to-make) Easter egg wreath? This simple yet timeless design sets the tone for spring. Check out the instructions here.
Ombrė Egg Table Centerpiece: This Ombrė Egg Centerpiece is everything you need and more for your table setting! Match your eggs and your plates to glasses, then neatly align them on a wooden sugar mold in the center of your table. Click here for the full tutorial.
Bunny Planters: Check out these adorable DIY bunny planters! The kids will have fun making them and you can put your green thumb to use (or use faux succulents). Learn how to make them here.
Lollipop Bunnies: Need a festive treat for the kids table? How about a fun surprise inside of an Easter basket? Try out these DIY lollipop bunnies! Click here to learn how to create them.
BRUNCHING AT HOME:
Bring on the brunch! From mimosas with a twist to savory frittatas, we’ve put together a list of recipes that will be sure to impress “every-bunny” at your brunch table.
FESTIVE DRINKS:
Get the party started with bright florals, tart fruits, and fresh flavors in these Easter-inspired cocktails!
Peep This: This peep-inspired Easter mimosa is sure to be a brunch favorite with pink lemonade, champagne, and assorted peeps. Get the recipe here.
Spicy Bloody Mary: Every Bloody Mary bar needs a spicy option, and this is the perfect recipe to fill the spot. Learn how to make this cocktail here.
Cranberry Cava Cocktail: This simple, two-ingredient cocktail incorporates cranberries to add a fresh, “spring aura” to the drink. Get the list of ingredients here.
Chocolate Egg Martini: This cocktail takes a grown-up spin on a child’s favorite with creme de cacao white liqueur and mini eggs. Get the recipe here.
Ginger Peach Soda Mocktail: This non-alcoholic recipe is a great mocktail for an Easter brunch. Learn how to make it here.
BRUNCH BITES:
Not sure what to add to this year’s Easter menu? These brunch-inspired bites will take your celebration to the next level!
Hash Brown Nests with Portobellos and Eggs: With crispy hashbrowns, cheesy eggs, and crumbled bacon, what’s not to love about these hash brown nests?
Easter Frittata: This Easter Frittata is loaded with feta cheese, asparagus, and eggs that come together perfectly to create a hearty main dish. Pair with this light salad to complete your meal.
Roasted Beet & Orange Salad: Earthy beets and sweet orange unite, resulting in a refreshing side (or main dish). Learn how to whip up this salad here.
Eggs Benedict Biscuit Cups: Looking for smaller bites? These egg benedict-inspired biscuit cups are great for when you are serving a large crowd.
Sweet and Savory Crepes: Create a crepe station with this simple yet delicious homemade crepe recipe. Add toppings like berries, whipped cream, jam, veggies, and more for an elevated crepe!
Slow Cooker Ham: There are tons of ways to cook ham but making it in your slow cooker might just be the easiest! Plus, it holds in all the moisture from that brown sugar glaze. Get the recipe here.
Pizza Rustica: This traditional Italian dish is often served on Easter, but it’s not like any pizza you’ve had before. Instead, it’s kind of like a double-crust quiche that’s loaded with an eggy custard, cured meats, and cheeses.
Ham & Cheese Sliders: In a pinch? These ham and cheese sliders are delicious and easy to make for large groups! Honey jalapeño mayo is the secret ingredient.
DESSERTS:
Don’t forget the dessert! Make Easter “eggs-tra” special with these holiday-inspired treats.
Gluten-Free Lemon Cake: Any gluten-free dessert lovers out there? This layered cake is filled with lemon curd and covered in a smooth, creamy, lemon buttercream frosting. Learn how to make it here.
Bird’s Nest Cookies: These easy chocolate nests are made with chocolate, peanut butter, and chow mein noodles, then finished off with candy eggs.
Marbled Egg Sugar Cookies: Here’s one way to keep your kids busy while they wait for the Easter bunny to arrive. Get the recipe here.
Chick Cupcakes: Be sure to make extra of these almost too-cute-to-eat vanilla chick cupcakes as they might just “fly” off your table.
Bunny Tail Lemon Sugar Cookies: Switch up your normal sugar cookies with these lemon-infused bunny cookies.
Bunny Oreo Balls: This no-bake dessert is the perfect way to hop into spring! Learn how to make them here.
Easter Bird’s Nests Mini Cheesecakes: These delicious, silky cheesecakes are topped with toasted coconut and mini eggs candies. Get the full recipe here.
Cracked Cadbury Egg: Graham crackers, butter, brown sugar, chocolate, and mini Cadbury chocolate eggs all come together to create this perfectly festive Easter dessert! Learn how to make your own here.
Wondering how the Sacramento housing market is shaping up for spring? According to the latest available stats from the California Association of Realtors, January ended with 303 home sales, a 15.6% increase from last year. The median sales price reached $465,000, a 3.1% increase from last year. The Active Listing Inventory decreased 24.3% from last year with 383 active listings. Listings were on the market for a median of 24 days and of those listings, 27.4% underwent a price reduction.
So what does this mean? The latest stats reveal a blooming Sacramento housing market, marked by rising sales and a slight rise in median sales price. However, the supply of available homes is somewhat limited. Sellers may benefit from the uptick in prices and sales, while buyers should be prepared for potential competition and consider acting swiftly in this active market. Now more than ever, it’s important to have an experienced Realtor to guide you through the home buying or selling process. Give me a call today! I would be happy to answer any real estate questions that you might have.
