We all know that Placer County is rich with history. Every town that has carved out a niche has transformed itself into a growing community that embraces the past, but moves forward with the future. If you look at the restaurants, diners, and yes, dives, that have once called Placer […]
Rocklin and Spring Valley Ranch
Although Rocklin has a rich history, much of its growth has occurred in the past 30 years. Back in 1864, Rocklin was recognized as a premier destination alongside the transcontinental railway line. It was about the same time that granite mining in Rocklin began. Incorporated in 1893, Rocklin was smack […]
More Ghost Stories in Placer County
After the response from last week’s blog, we decided to do some more research about ghostly sightings in Placer County. The old Pearson’s Soda Works, now known as the Cozmic Café, is one of the oldest buildings in Placerville with mine tunnels under the building that are still in use […]
Ghostly Sightings in Newcastle
Placer County certainly does have a rich history, including those who just don’t want to leave, even after they have passed on. The previous owners of Constable Jacks in Newcastle knew that there were strange goings on, but since new owner, Mike Antuzzi has been resurrecting the old building he […]
Placer County and Old Town Auburn
Placer County is full of well-kept historical secrets that are sometimes difficult, if not impossible to uncover, but thanks to some intense research, Placer Living has discovered some little known facts about the area. Known as, “Gold Country,” Placer County was established as a county in April 1845 and is […]
Enjoy the New Year with Activities in Placer County
If you are like most folks, the end of the holidays often signals a sigh of relief. However, once the decorations are packed away for another year and your house is back to normal some may feel a bit out of sorts. Cabin fever is all too familiar, especially to […]
New Year’s Eve Events in Rocklin and Roseville
The end of the holiday season is quickly approaching, but that doesn’t mean you still can’t enjoy the end of year festivities in Placer County. Auburn, Loomis, Granite Bay, Folsom, and of course Rocklin and Roseville are all ringing in the New Year and would love for you to come […]
Merry Christmas from the team at Placer Living
With less than a week to go before Christmas, most folks are rushing around trying to get in the last minute shopping before Santa climbs down the chimney. However, if you are one of the lucky few who have completed all of the holiday tasks with time spare, there are […]
Veterans Day and More in Placer County
There is always something to do in Placer County and Veterans Day, is certainly no different. Next Tuesday the 11th of November is Veterans Day. The national Veterans Day Celebration is held every year at the Arlington Cemetery in Washington D.C. where at exactly 11:00 a.m. a wreath is laid on […]
The Humble Beginnings of Halloween
Halloween has always been a special time of year in Placer County. I remember when we were growing up that we would always paint the windows in downtown Auburn. There were always some great works of art with kids painting everything from witches and goblins to pumpkins and ghosts. Trick […]