The Wake-Up Call: Money Matters

The new fiscal year starts tomorrow, a chance for all of us to whip our finances into shape. Today in Elk Grove, you can take advantage of a tax break for next year, or make connections with fellow business owners.

In the Patch:

Tax break for seniors expires today. Today is the last day for Elk Grovians who are age 65 or older and have no children living with them to apply for a 70 percent reduction in their Measure A tax, a local property tax that funds school improvement. People with disabilities are also eligible. To apply, call the ’s Facilities and Planning Department at 916-686-7562, or email schooltax@egusd.net

. This networking group for small business owners has a motto: "We refuse to participate in the current economic struggle." Curious about how they achieve that? So are we. Find out at 11:00 a.m. at Strikes Family Entertainment Center.

Outside the Patch:

. Perhaps your goal in the new fiscal year is less financial and more...romantic. No problem. To meet your perfect match, you have to meet new people, right? Get started at this free mixer at 6:00 p.m. at De Vere's Pub in Sacramento.