Thank you to our veterans and military families
Veterans Day Events in Northern California
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Sacramento · Ceremony 9 a.m. · Parade 11 a.m.
Veterans Day Ceremony & Parade at the State Capitol
California State Capitol West Steps · 1315 10th Street
The ceremony begins at 9 a.m. and the parade steps off at 11 a.m., with a car show and veterans resource booths on the Capitol grounds.
Folsom · 9 a.m.
26th Annual Wayne Spence Folsom Veterans Day Parade
Staging at the Target/Home Goods parking lot · Begins on East Bidwell
The parade steps off at 9 a.m. from the Target/Home Goods parking lot, then begins along East Bidwell.
West Sacramento · 11 a.m.
Veterans Day Parade & Heroes Luncheon
Route from 1100 Clarendon Street to West Acre Road, ending at Park Boulevard and Stone Boulevard
The parade starts at 11 a.m., followed by a Heroes Luncheon with food, live music, raffles and bingo.
Mather · 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Free VA Northern California Veterans Day Celebration
Sacramento VA Medical Center · Building 650, 10535 Hospital Way
A free celebration in front of Building 650 with guest speakers, patriotic music and community resources.
Wherever you honor our heroes today, thank you. To every family who serves, we see you.
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Relocating to Beale Air Force Base? Ruth Brewer handles your virtual walk-throughs, VA loan coordination, and every detail of your military move to Plumas Lake, Yuba City, and Wheatland. That way, you can focus on the mission. Plumas Lake is the most popular choice for incoming military families, with newer homes just 10 minutes from the base gate.
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Wed, November 11 · 11:00 AM
Veterans Day in Historic Downtown Marysville
D Street between 6th & 7th Streets · Marysville
This Wednesday is Veterans Day, and the 24th annual Yuba-Sutter Veterans Day Parade steps off at 11:00 AM on D Street between 6th and 7th Streets in downtown Marysville. Expect the color guard, veterans groups, local bands and schools, and entries from Beale Air Force Base moving down the historic route. Because it is a federal holiday, base offices, schools, and many local services are closed, so plan appointments and errands around the day. One heads-up for commuters: Yuba-Sutter Transit is not running Sacramento service that day, though local and rural routes, MOD service, and Dial-A-Ride continue as usual. Bundle up, grab a curb spot early, and thank a veteran on your way by. It's a beautiful first community tradition for a new military family.
Wed, November 11 · All Day
Free Meals & Coffee to Say Thanks
Marysville & Yuba City · Proof of service requested
Local restaurants roll out their annual thank-you to veterans and active-duty members. In Marysville, Denny's at 630 10th Street serves a free Original Grand Slam breakfast from 5:00 AM to noon. In Yuba City, Sizzler at 872 W. Onstott Frontage Road offers a complimentary lunch and nonalcoholic beverage from opening until 4:00 PM, Applebee's at 1000 Tharp Road includes a complimentary dine-in entree from its Veterans Day menu, and Chili's at 1300 Annette Way offers a free entree. Starbucks at participating Yuba City and Marysville locations pours a free tall brewed coffee for veterans, service members, and military spouses. Most of these ask for proof of service, so a military ID or DD-214 works. A lovely way to feel welcomed, especially if you are brand new to town.
Beale AFB · Nov 11 & Nov 14
Bowling Special, a Summit Hike & What to Watch For
Beale Lanes · Outdoor Recreation · Hub Zemke Library · bealefss.com/events
Three base happenings worth your family's time. On Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, Beale Lanes hosts its Veterans Day Special from noon to 5:30 PM with $2 games. Saturday, November 14, Outdoor Recreation's Mount Diablo Summit Hike runs from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM; check the Outdoor Adventure Center on bealefss.com to claim a spot on this classic Northern California trek. And the Hub Zemke Library's Monthly Craft Bag, with a Scarecrow theme, is free all month for kids to grab anytime. Also worth your radar this week: unit channels are where the wing posts holiday family-day announcements, the Beale Spouses Club publishes its monthly social at bealespousesclub.com, and the Military and Family Readiness Center (M&FRC) shares Operation Warm Heart Thanksgiving sign-ups as the drive gears up. The FSS calendar at bealefss.com/events remains the single best weekly source.
Sat & Sun, Nov 14–15 · 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Bishop's Pumpkin Farm: The Final Weekend
Bishop's Pumpkin Farm · 1415 Pumpkin Lane, Wheatland
This is the last call for the closest big fall outing to Beale AFB. Bishop's Pumpkin Farm in Wheatland closes for the 2026 season on Sunday, November 15, with weekend hours 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM and quieter weekday hours 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Free admission gets you hayrides to the U-pick pumpkin patch, corn mazes, a petting zoo, a mini train, and a bakery that smells like fall. It is also the farm's Dog Dayz weekend, so leashed pups can tag along. Mornings are the easiest time with little ones, and the crowds in mid-November are lighter than October, which makes for a relaxed final autumn outing for a family still learning the area.
Thu, Nov 12 – Sun, Nov 15 · Holiday Kickoff
Holiday Markets & the Season's First Glow
Yuba-Sutter Fairgrounds · Downtown Yuba City · Companion Farms
The holidays are sneaking in, and the schedules are family-friendly. The reported Jingle Bell Junction vendor and craft fair fills the Yuba-Sutter Fairgrounds on Saturday and Sunday, November 14 and 15, with 100-plus local vendors and free entry; a great place to start holiday shopping early. Thursday evening, the Holiday Preview at 654 Plumas Street in Yuba City (5:00 PM) offers a first look at the season's local offerings, and the Yuba Sutter Marketplace Kids Club meets Saturday at 1:00 PM. Yuba City's annual holiday tree lighting is expected Sunday, November 15, at the Tower Plaza under the Plumas Street water tower; city schedules can shift, so confirm before you load up the car. And for year-round freshness, Companion Farms Certified Farmers Market at 1333 Butte House Road keeps running Wednesdays 4:00 to 7:00 PM and Sundays noon to 4:00 PM with local produce and handmade goods.
PCS Tip of the Week
TRICARE Open Season, VA Rates & a Buyer-Friendly Market
Week of November 9 · PCS Season Strategy
TRICARE Open Season opened Monday, November 9. It runs through December 8, 2026, and any changes you make take effect January 1, 2027. If you recently PCS'd, you may also be inside your separate 90-day qualifying life event window, so this is the week to review your family's health and dental coverage.
VA purchase rates this week. Thirty-year VA fixed averages are running near 6.7%, roughly a third to half a point below comparable conventional loans, before VA's zero-down and no-PMI advantages. Rates move daily, so locking when you're comfortable usually beats waiting for a perfect number.
The local market keeps easing in buyers' favor. Sutter County's median sale price sat near $432,500 in September with active inventory up about 28% year over year, and more new construction on the market in Yuba City means more choices for families planning a winter move. Homes are taking a bit longer to sell than last year, which can give you breathing room during the holiday window. And if your kids are enrolling mid-year, Yuba City Unified and Marysville Joint Unified register year-round; the Beale School Liaison Office at 530-634-3539 can help with anything tricky.
Ruth can connect you with VA-approved lenders and walk you through today's market. Schedule a call to get started.
How Do I Buy a Home
Near Beale AFB
Sight Unseen?
Military families receive PCS orders 60-90 days in advance and need to buy a home they've never seen in person. Ruth Brewer has built an entire practice around that exact challenge. With over 5 years of experience helping active-duty service members relocate to Northern California, Ruth has guided more than 50 military-connected families through the site-unseen buying process. Plumas Lake, which she serves as a core area, attracts the highest concentration of military homebuyers near Beale AFB due to its newer housing stock and quick commute.
A recent Beale AFB family found their dream home in Plumas Lake within 30 days of arriving on orders, thanks to a coordinated virtual walk-through, VA loan pre-approval, and remote closing. Stories like this drive everything Ruth does.
Virtual Walk-Throughs
Detailed video tours of every home. Every room, every detail. So you can make confident decisions from anywhere in the world.
VA Loan Mastery
Zero-down VA loans, BAH-based budgeting, and lender coordination tailored to military buyers. Ruth knows the process inside and out.
Local Intel
School districts, commute times to base, neighborhood comparisons, and everything else a military spouse needs before choosing where to live.
Long-Term Partnership
Whether you're buying your first home near Beale or selling when orders come, Ruth builds a relationship that compounds over your entire military career.
How Do I PCS to
Beale Air Force Base?
From the moment you get your orders to the day you walk through your front door, here's how Ruth coordinates every step of the way. Most military families close on their home within 60 days of starting the process with Ruth.
Orders In
Share your PCS orders and timeline. Ruth assesses your BAH, budget, and must-haves.
Virtual Tours
Ruth curates and films detailed video walk-throughs of homes that match your criteria.
Offer & Close
Remote offer submission, VA appraisal coordination, and closing handled with military precision.
Keys Ready
Your home is move-in ready when you arrive. Ruth can even coordinate utilities and local services.
Your Neighborhood, Minutes from Base
Plumas Lake
Newer builds, family-friendly
~14 mi · 10–15 min
Olivehurst / Linda
Closest to the gate
~3 mi · 5–10 min
Marysville
Historic downtown, affordable
~9 mi · 15–20 min
Yuba City
Retail hub, diverse housing
~19 mi · 20–25 min
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Brand-new homes near Beale AFB
Move into a never-lived-in home with a builder warranty, VA loan friendly financing, and a build timeline matched to your PCS window in Plumas Lake, Yuba City, Marysville, Lincoln, and Wheatland.
Calm, Consistent
& Knowledgeable
Ruth Brewer helps military families across Northern California navigate one of the biggest transitions of their careers: buying a home sight-unseen, often from thousands of miles away. Her approach is calm, consistent, and deeply knowledgeable about the neighborhoods surrounding Beale Air Force Base. Plumas Lake, with its newer homes and 10-minute commute, is her most requested community among military buyers.
With a background in wellness, a love of gardening, and a passion for connecting with people from all walks of life, Ruth makes sure her clients feel seen, heard, and protected every step of the way.
Read more about Ruth“My approach is simple: understand what matters most to you, create a clear strategy, and provide steady guidance so you can buy or sell with confidence.”
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The Beale PCS Promise
"Your home should be waiting for you the moment your boots hit the ground."
: Ruth Brewer, Beale PCS Homes
Every Room,
Every Detail. On Video
Ruth doesn't just send listing photos. She films comprehensive virtual walk-throughs that let you evaluate a home from your current duty station, opening every closet, checking water pressure, and assessing the neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to the questions Ruth hears most from military families moving to the Beale AFB area.
How does BAH affect how much home I can afford?
Basic Allowance for Housing exists to cover your housing cost, and it can help cover your monthly mortgage payment. Paired with a VA loan's zero-down buying power, your BAH can anchor a home budget you can truly live with. Ruth recommends a BAH-matched VA pre-approval, which lines your payment up with your allowance instead of a lender's maximum. Read how it works on the BAH-matched VA pre-approval page.
Can I buy before my PCS orders arrive?
You can absolutely start, and starting early is the smart move. You can research communities, get pre-approved, and shortlist neighborhoods before your assignment is official, so the moment your orders land you are ready to move fast. An actual purchase contract usually waits until your orders, report date, and funding are concrete, but none of that groundwork has to wait. Ruth maps out the whole sequence in the military buyers guide.
Can I use my VA loan near Beale?
Yes. VA loans work for homes in Marysville, Yuba City, Plumas Lake, Lincoln, and Wheatland. Your VA loan is tied to your eligibility, not to the base or the state, so as long as the home meets VA requirements and appraises at the purchase price, your benefit works here exactly as it did at your last duty station. For the full list of the questions Ruth hears most, visit the military buyer FAQ.
Should we buy or rent for our first tour?
There is no single right answer, and Ruth will never push you toward one. Buying can build equity and lock in your housing cost with a VA loan, while renting keeps you flexible while you learn the area and settle into your first-tour rhythm. The right call depends on your timeline, your BAH, your family's needs, and how long you expect to stay near Beale. Ruth loves talking that decision through with you, so reach out and have the conversation.
What do military families ask most about neighborhoods near Beale?
Three questions come up again and again: how long is the commute to the base gate, what are the schools like, and what does the community actually feel like. Plumas Lake is the community families ask about first, with newer homes minutes from base, while Marysville, Yuba City, Lincoln, and Wheatland each offer their own trade-offs. Ruth compares all five on the military neighborhoods page.
Every answer also has its own page, ready when you want to dig deeper.
How Ready Are You, Really?
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