Rio Linda Grange #403

10/04/2025

The Rio Linda Grange is proud to announce that they have been recognized Nationally as a Distinguished Grange - for the 3rd year in a row!
“Earning the title of Distinguished Grange is not only a tremendous honor, but a mark of true excellence,” said National Grange President Christine Hamp. “Distinguished Granges are part of an elite group that has gone above and beyond in meeting the needs of their communities and advancing the mission of the Grange. To achieve this rank, a Grange must complete a wide variety of requirements that demonstrate dedication to service, strong leadership, and a commitment to growing the Grange family. These Granges set the highest example for others to follow, demonstrating that the spirit and heart of our organization remain vital in communities nationwide. They are working tirelessly for the betterment of all, proving through their actions that they are—and will remain—Grange Strong.”
We meet the 1st Wednesday of each month, all are welcome to attend and find out all about the great things we do!

09/22/2025

Congratulations to our Best of Show Winners in the Community Showcase! Thank you to all who participated, we look forward to doing this again next year. If you have any input about the Showcase, please share your thoughts!

09/21/2025

On September 20, 1852, California’s first agricultural fair began at James Lloyd Lafayette Franklin Warren’s New England Seed Store, located on J Street between Front and Second Streets. Warren invited farmers and others in the industry to display their products, mineral collections, and to discuss farming issues. This event was a precursor to the California State Fair. Earlier that year, J.L.L.F. Warren introduced the camellia flower to Sacramento. Warren’s New England Seed Store burned down in Sacramento’s Great Conflagration on November 2, 1852.

Warren later founded the California Farmer and Journal of Useful Sciences newspaper in 1854 and also helped establish the California State Agricultural Society. The State Agricultural Society was authorized by the California Legislature to hold exhibitions of livestock, manufactures, and productions. On October 4, 1854, the society held the first California State Fair in San Francisco. A different city hosted the State Fair each year until Sacramento became the permanent location in 1859.

In the 1920s, Sacramento was dubbed the "Camellia City of the World" and in 1941 the camellia became the official flower of the city. Today, a plaque in Old Sacramento sits at the original location of the New England Seed Store just east of the Tehama Block building.

Copy of a lithograph of the New England Seed Store ca. 1852, courtesy of the Bancroft Library, UC Berkeley.

09/20/2025

Quilt Raffle at the Rio Linda Elverta Countey Faire!
This beautiful 72x72" quilt, hand made by the Elder Craftsmen, could be YOURS!
Get your raffle tickets from 8am to 230pm at the Community Showcase in the Depot Building!

09/17/2025

Did you enter the Community Showcase? Please be sure to bring your entries to the Rio Linda Grange hall tomorrow, Thursday 9/18 between 4 and 7pm. The Grange hall is located at 1315 G St, Rio Linda. (You will pick them up at the Depot Building on Saturday between 3 & 4pm).

09/14/2025

We had a great time learning to can Dilly Beans today! Many thanks for all who came out, we look forward to seeing your Entries at the RLE Country Faire!

09/12/2025

What a beauty!
This Quilt could be yours!
Many thanks to the Elder Craftsmen for creating this beautiful, hand-made quilt and donating it to the Rio Linda Grange! We'll be Raffling this 70x70" quilt in the Showcase at the RLE Country Faire on Saturday, September 20th, at approximately 2:30pm. Get your tickets 9/20 in the Depot Building from 8am to 2:30pm.
Proceeds to benefit the many community programs we do: Zucchini Races, Community Showcase, Free Community Dinners, and Project Sustenance, just to name a few.

09/10/2025

Gentle reminder to check on your friends and family. You never know who needs to know how much they are valued.

💛 Today is World Su***de Prevention Day.

Su***de affects every community, but rural America carries a heavier burden:
🟡 Su***de rates are nearly 50% higher in rural areas than in cities.
🟡 Rural youth are especially at risk, with rates almost 74% higher than their urban peers.

You can be a lifeline. A simple check-in, a listening ear, or a kind word can make a difference.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call 988 in the U.S. or visit the International Association for Su***de Prevention at iasp.info for resources and support.

Together, we can change the narrative on su***de. 💛

***dePreventionDay

09/06/2025

The Rio Linda Grange is proud to honor Barbara Florian with this award to be presented to a Showcase exhibitor at the Rio Linda Elverta Country Faire. Have you gotten your entry in for the Showcase? Entries are due by Monday and it's FREE to enter! You can see the class list and entry here:https://riolindaelvertacountryfaire.com/gallery/2025%20Showcase%20Handbook%2004-04-2025%20Final.pdf