"It really opened my eyes as to what I want to do with my future." - Jessica Henderson

      "It was cool to work and learn about multimedia journalism." - Keegan Morris

The Multimedia Journalism Summer Academy for High School Students wrapped up at Sacramento State with students producing video projects on their smartphones.

News10’s George Warren and former News10 anchor Sharon Ito led the weeklong workshop, where students toured the News10 studios and received hands-on training in shooting, writing and editing a video story.  (Click to see the News10 photo album.)

Here are some of their projects:

Free The Children, an international charity and education partner, is proud to introduce the We Act program to local schools in the Greater-Sacramento region. On Wednesday, January 21 at 7 p.m., Craig Kielburger, co-founder of Free The Children, will speak in Granite Bay at an event hosted by ImpactAVillage about We Act, an educational program that empowers young people to become active local, national and global citizens.

Calling all pasta lovers!  If words like penne, manicotti and lasagna make your mouth water, the next “Live With the Chef” cooking class at Arden Hills on Wednesday, September 24, at 6 p.m. is right for you!  

From healthiest ingredients to the freshest brands, you’ll find out about the best pastas available in today’s marketplace and learn new cooking tips to make your pasta dishes even more perfect. Plus, you’ll watch an old world style marinara being prepared just in time for early fall. This special monthly cooking class is focused on incorporating fresh ingredients designed for a healthy and well balanced diet. You're invited to join this ongoing adult cooking series - couples are welcome, too! Due to the popularity of this class, space is limited and reservations are required.

For reservations, please call 916-482-6111; for more information, please visit http://ardenhills.net/home.php?display=dining