Celebrating the Holidays Safely in Citrus Heights"‹

CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA (MPG) - In order to keep our community safe, and move up in the Governor's tiered system for re-opening, Sacramento County has put together recommendations for holiday gatherings. Among the list of recommendations, Sacramento County is encouraging everyone to view holiday light displays from cars if possible, adjust celebrations to include just those in your “regular social bubble,” and wear a mask when around those outside your household. Visit SacCounty.net/COVID-19/ to view the complete guidelines.

Here are three ways to celebrate the holidays safely in Citrus Heights:

 

The Miracle on Fountain Square Drive Event–

On Thursday, December 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. there will be a Drive-Through Starting at City Hall
The Citrus Heights Police Department, its Youth & Family Services Division, and Police Activities League, along with City Staff, have put together a safe, drive-through holiday event for our community! Come see the "Miracle on Fountain Square Drive" on December 10, from 5 - 7 p.m. Visitors will drive a route around City Hall and the CHPD's front parking lot to drop off letters to Santa, wave hello to him, get a goodie bag, see specially lit trees and decorated patrol cars, greet holiday characters, and more!

If you would like to bring new toys or canned foods to donate, the CHPD will have collection bins. This event will be held in compliance with State and County COVID-19 guidelines and will be drive-through only with no pedestrians admitted.

Visit the Best Lights in Citrus Heights, and Nominate Neighbors or Your Own Home!

The City of Citrus Heights is excited to announce its second annual “Best Lights in Citrus Heights” competition. If you’re a holiday lights enthusiast, email photos of your decorated home in Citrus Heights to [email protected] to enter the competition. Nominations will be accepted through December 18, and entries will be listed on a Best Lights in Citrus Heights map, so community members can drive by and view the lights. Visit CitrusHeights.net/1085 to view the map and submit your nominations!
 

Citrus Heights Annual Holiday Referral Program | Help a Family in Need

The Citrus Heights Annual Holiday Referral Program has launched its twelfth year, and once again the Citrus Heights Police Department and the City of Citrus Heights are partnering with various local service clubs, schools, neighborhoods, businesses, and community members to brighten the holidays for several Citrus Heights families. This collaborative effort between all facets of the community specifically targets assistance to families residing in the City of Citrus Heights who have had a financial or other hardship in 2020. Last year the Holiday Referral Program brought holiday cheer to more than 21 families, including 62 children and 35 adults.

This unique, community-involved program provides participating families with food, household items, and toys/clothes for children. Participation can include: donation of new items, adopting a family, volunteering, or all of the above. Please contact [email protected] or (916) 727-4746 to arrange a donation drop-off, offer to volunteer, or ask questions.