Cypress Lakes Golf Course dates back to 1960, when it was designed by Joe Finger, and is managed by the US Air Force Services Agency. This 18-hole par-72 course is marked by undulating greens and scattered plantation around the holes, which poses a challenge for the golfers. The facilities at the course include a wonderful driving range, a restaurant and banquet space, which are available only to armed personnel. Metal spikes are allowed at the course. Call for additional information.

This river is a popular spot for locals and visitors during Sacramento's infamously hot summers. While it is prone to flooding during the rainy season, it's common to see boats and jet-skis dotting the river landscape on nice days. There are also hiking trails around the area that offer spectacular views of the river and the city. There are a host of recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and swimming that can be enjoyed on the river.

Thunder Valley Casino brings a little Vegas to the outer-Sacramento landscape. A relatively recent addition to the area, it hosts over 2700 slot machines and almost 100 gaming tables for gambling enthusiasts to enjoy. For patrons who are less-inclined to gamble (or just need a break from playing), the casino offers an array of dining and drinking options, including a buffet, a few sit-down restaurants, a food court with a variety of fast-food options and two bars.

During October, make your way to Vacaville to participate in the Halloween Parade and Oktoberfest. You can enter the various contests-Costume Contest, Great Pumpkin Cooking Contest, Chili Cook-Off or the Scarecrow contest in which you can participate individually or in a group. Plus don't forget a trip to the Haunted House just to get a chill down your spine! With all these activities lined up, you sure wouldn't want to miss out on this event.

Enjoy a fun day out with your family at the Yuba Sutter Fairgrounds. Home to a wide range of facilities that can be rented for a wide range of events, this is a popular event space. Host a grand event in one of these spaces: RV Park, Franklin Hall, Expo Hall, Palmer Hall, Main Expo Building or Flower House and watch your event come to life! Attend the famous Yuba Sutter Fair and be charmed by the goods on offer. With loads of food and music, the event surely manages to deliver all that is expected. Call the grounds for more details.

Yolo Basin Foundation was established in 1990 to conserve the Yolo Wildlife Area. It focuses on environmental education and restoration of the Yolo Bypass Region, in cooperation with the California Department of Fish & Game. The organization introduces people to wildlife, and teaches them to live harmoniously alongside; it is also a sponsor for non-profit events, such as California Duck Days. Check out the website for more details.

The Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts is a world-class performance space opened by the University of California, Davis, in 2002. The space hosts both regional and national performers, and funds the University Orchestra. The Mondavi box office and administrative building is located at One Shields Avenue, while the performing arts center is at the intersection of Mrak Hall Drive and Old Davis Road.

If it's science that interests you, walk right into the Explorit Science Center. This non-profit organization is for kids, teachers, adults, families, students and teens. The Center holds programs, lectures, field trips, assemblies, nature labs and safaris for schools. It also arranges vacation classes for students and for all those who would like to know more about the world they live in. Come and enjoy the experience! Check the website for more details.

Situated between F Street and Oak Avenue, the Community Park sits pretty. It has a community pool, a tennis court, two play areas, a public skate park and a dog park. The 28 acres of lush greenery and fun is open during the day. The skating park, which has a concrete ramp, is open for skateboarding. It also features many soccer fields and softball backstops.

The Yolo Basin Foundation is dedicated to the appreciation of wetlands and wildlife through education and innovative methods. Bucks for Ducks is an annual fund raiser event organized by this foundation. It features wildlife art exhibits, field trips and workshops, and the ever-popular ducklings! All the proceeds go to the Foundation for Conservation and other education programs.