Election Day, Storm Prep Lead Rio Linda’s Week

By John Todd | Rio Linda Online

Election Day, winter preparation and the final home football game of the regular season lead a busy week in Rio Linda and Elverta.

The week also includes local organization meetings, postseason competition for Rio Linda High School athletes, a library activity for children and two fundraisers supporting students and animal rescue.

🗳️ Monday and Tuesday: Local voting

Rio Linda’s vote center is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday at the Depot Building and Park, 6730 Front St.

On Election Day, the center will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sacramento County voters can register, obtain a replacement ballot, vote in person or use accessible voting equipment at any county vote center. All Vote Centers are Now Open

The Rio Linda Library, 6724 Sixth St., will accept mail ballots from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday. The library is a drop-box location rather than a full-service vote center. Sacramento Public Library

Rio Linda High School golfer Isabella DeGeorge also represents the Knights at Monday’s CIF Sac-Joaquin Section Masters Championship. Competition begins at 9 a.m. at The Reserve at Spanos Park in Stockton.

🏫 School board meets Tuesday

The Twin Rivers Unified School District board meets Tuesday at the district office, 5115 Dudley Blvd., Bay A, in McClellan Park.

Closed session begins at 6 p.m., followed by open session at 6:30 p.m. The meeting can also be viewed through the district’s livestream. 2026-2027

🌾 Grange meetings fill Wednesday and Thursday

Rio Linda Grange No. 403 holds its regular meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday at 1315 G St.

The Grange returns Thursday with a free program focused on winter weather and flood preparation. “Weathering the Storm: Simple Steps to Protect Your Home and Family” begins at 6 p.m.

The program will cover local high-water concerns, household preparation and family safety planning. Lynn Peasley of the Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is listed as the presenter.

🍝 Friday supports students and animal rescue

Orders for Rio Linda FFA’s annual Fall Tri-Tip Dinner close at 11:59 p.m. Friday.

A complete meal costs $60, while a tri-tip alone is $40. Proceeds support more than 260 FFA students, including chapter activities, student jackets and leadership conferences. Pickup will be Nov. 18 at Rio Linda High School. riolindaonline.com

Be Kind TNR and Smiley Tales Animal Rescue will host their Meow-anara and Pawsta fundraiser from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at 5510 Diablo Drive.

The pasta dinner includes vegan and non-vegan selections. Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors 55 and older, and $10 for children younger than 10. happeningnext.com

🏈 Knights host Woodland for Senior Night

Rio Linda football closes the regular season at home Friday against Woodland.

Junior varsity begins at 5 p.m., followed by the varsity game at 7 p.m. The Golden Empire League matchup is Senior Night and will help determine the Knights’ position entering the postseason.

🧱 Saturday brings LEGO play and postseason running

Children can spend Saturday afternoon building at the Rio Linda Library. “STEAM: Build with LEGO Bricks” runs from 2 to 3:30 p.m. and is designed for children ages 6–12. Registration is not required. Sacramento Public Library

Rio Linda’s cross-country runners will compete Saturday at the Sac-Joaquin Section subsection meet at Frogtown in Angels Camp. The meet is confirmed, but the Knights’ race times were not available when this article was prepared. bvtrack.com

Monday, Nov. 2

• 8 a.m.–4 p.m. — Rio Linda Vote Center
• 9 a.m. — Girls Golf Masters Championship
  • The Reserve at Spanos Park, 6301 W. Eight Mile Road, Stockton
  • Rio Linda qualifier: Isabella DeGeorge
  • Organizer: CIF Sac-Joaquin Section/RLHS Athletics
  • CIF golf page. CA

Tuesday, Nov. 3

• 7 a.m.–8 p.m. — Election Day voting
  • Depot Building and Park, 6730 Front St.
  • Organizer: Sacramento County Voter Registration and Elections
  • Not on calendar. All county vote centers are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • All Vote Centers are Now Open
• 10 a.m.–6 p.m. — Ballot drop-off
  • Rio Linda Library, 6724 Sixth St.
  • Organizer: Sacramento Public Library/Sacramento County Elections
  • The library is a ballot drop-box location, but not a vote center.
  • Library listing. Sacramento Public Library
• 6 p.m. closed session; 6:30 p.m. open session — Twin Rivers school board
  • Twin Rivers district office, 5115 Dudley Blvd., Bay A, McClellan Park
  • Organizer: Twin Rivers Unified School District
  • RLO calendar entry

Wednesday, Nov. 4

• 7 p.m. — Rio Linda Grange No. 403

Thursday, Nov. 5

• 6 p.m. — Weathering the Storm

Friday, Nov. 6

• Order deadline: 11:59 p.m. — Rio Linda FFA Tri-Tip Dinner
  • Organizer: Rio Linda FFA
  • Meal: $60; tri-tip only: $40; sides and sweets available separately.
  • Pickup is Nov. 18 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. in the RLHS back parking lot. Order information. riolindaonline.com
• 5–8 p.m. — Meow-anara and Pawsta fundraiser
  • 5510 Diablo Drive, Sacramento
  • Organizers: Be Kind TNR and Smiley Tales Animal Rescue
  • Adults $15; seniors $12; children younger than 10, $10. Vegan and non-vegan options available. happeningnext.com
• 5 and 7 p.m. — RLHS football Senior Night vs. Woodland
  • Rio Linda High School, 6309 Dry Creek Road
  • Junior varsity at 5 p.m.; varsity at 7 p.m.
  • Golden Empire League regular-season finale
  • Organizer: Rio Linda High School Athletics

Saturday, Nov. 7

• Time to be announced — RLHS cross-country subsections
  • Frogtown at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds, Angels Camp
  • Organizer: CIF Sac-Joaquin Section/RLHS Athletics bvtrack.com
• 2–3:30 p.m. — STEAM: Build with LEGO Bricks

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