Sure, it's Monday. But that means a whole new entry of Cheer Up Buttercup, offering events in and around the Sacramento area for the upcoming week. With a range of events from family-friendly to arts and sports, you can cheer up, buttercup!
FAMILY AND PETS:
Aug. 30: FREE! Target Free Admission Day at the Sacramento Zoo
Bring a new, unwrapped school supply item to help children in need and get free admission to the zoo.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sep. 3-5: 47th Annual Greek Festival
Head over to the Sacramento Convention Center for the annual Greek Festival presented by the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. There will be authentic Greek food, Greek folk dancing, a marketplace and cooking demos.
$5. Seniors 55+ get in for $4. Children 12 and under get in free. Get in for free Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday. Noon to 11 p.m. Saturday. Noon to 10 p.m Sunday.
1400 J St.
Sep. 3-6: FREE! Gold Rush Days in Old Sacramento
Want your family to experience some more lively history lessons? Maybe have an 1850s costume you think is the tops? Old Sac is holding Gold Rush Days over Labor Day weekend. You may stumble upon a gun fight, musicians playing period music and will definitely see costumed re-enactors. Don't wear your most valuable shoes, they'll be dumping 200 tons of dirt on the streets for a more authentic feel.
916-808-7777
Sep. 4-6: FREE! 20th Annual Chalk It Up
Head down to Chalk It Up! See the artwork and non-profit organization that brings in money for Sacramento children's art education programs. There are sponsored squares but also community squares, so bring chalk and show off your art skills.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fremont Park. 16th & Q Streets
Sep. 5: Fairytale Town shows "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory"
Catch the Gene Wilder classic at Fairytale Town. A couple things to warn you about; it's lawn seating only and no outside food/drink is allowed.
$5. Children 2 and under get in free. Members receive two for one admission. For tickets, visit their website by clicking HERE.
Doors open 7 p.m. The show starts at 8 p.m. 3901 Land Park Dr. 916-264-5233
MUSIC AND ARTS:
Sep. 1: FREE! Stomacher live at CSUS
See Stomacher live at CSUS for the weekly Wednesday Nooner.
Noon. Union Serna Plaza.
Sep. 1: FREE! Linda Bracamonte Band at The Fountains
Catch the Linda Bracamonte Band at The Fountains in Roseville. Bracamonte is a blues singer and Sacramento native. The band consists of Bracamonte, Ema Roberts, Lance Davis and John Swanson.
7-9 p.m. Roseville Parkway and Galleria Blvd. 916-786-2679
Sep. 2-6: Strawberry Music Fall Festival
Held at Camp Mather, the fall version of the Strawberry Music Festival will feature music, kids' activities, camping and family festivities. The festival's website advises kids to bring bikes and helmets, wagon, sand toys for Birch Lake and glow sticks/necklaces. If you're camping there, remember to bring a tent and warm sleeping bag, sunscreen, sleeping pad, flashlight and other camping accessories. Visit HERE for a list of things to pack.
Ticket prices vary.
Sep. 4: FREE! The Junk Funkies perform at The Fountains
The Junk Funkies, a Sacramento area funk cover band, will perform at The Fountains in Roseville.
8-10 p.m. Roseville Parkway and Galleria Blvd. 916-786-2679
SPORTS:
Aug. 30: River Cats vs. Las Vegas 51s
Seniors 60 and over with a free Silver Club membership eat free, plus it's Baseball Bingo night! Who doesn't love Bingo?
7:05 p.m.
Aug. 31: River Cats vs. Las Vegas 51s
On the opposite end, kids 12 and under eat free. Also, if you bring a Kraft singles package wrapper you can buy a ticket and get one free.
7:05 p.m.
Sep. 1: River Cats vs. Las Vegas 51s
11:35 a.m.
Sep. 2: River Cats vs. Las Vegas 51s
It's fan appreciation night and an opportunity to buy $2 Miller Lite beers.
ALL ELSE:
Sep. 3: FREE! The Fountains' First Friday Street Fair
Their final street fair for the year will feature a free kids zone, beer and wine garden, music by Poindexter, the Kings' dancers, the Kings' mascot Slamson and food from Fountain restaurants.
6-10 p.m. Roseville Parkway and Galleria Blvd. 916-786-2679
Sep. 5: Fourth Annual Tejano Conjunto Festival
Music features headliners Roberto Pulido y Los Classicas, Jainne y Los Chamacos, Niteliters and Cali Boys.
Cesar Chavez Park.
Noon to 9 p.m. 9th & I Streets. 916-529-5299
Sep. 5: Rainbow Festival
Join the festivities in Lavender Heights. Their goal is to raise money for, and bring attention to, charities related to the LGBT community and to celebrate pride.
$10.
Starts at 10 a.m. 20th & K St.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Monday, August 23, 2010
Cheer Up, Buttercup! Aug. 23-Aug. 29
Sure, it's Monday. But that means a whole new entry of Cheer Up Buttercup, offering events in and around the Sacramento area for the upcoming week. With a range of events from family-friendly to arts and sports, you can cheer up, buttercup!
FAMILY AND PETS:
Aug. 28: FREE ADMISSION! Kitten Adoption Day sponsored by Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary and Extra Space Storage.
Kittens 3 to 6 months old will be up for adoption to find their safe and happy forever homes. Free kitten food will be supplied for those adopted (while supplies last). The kittens are tested, vaccinated, spayed/neutered and microchipped. Adoption fees are $50 for one kitten, $60 for two.
There will be complimentary food and drinks, drawing prizes and giveaways.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 3000 B St.
Aug. 28: Kids' Engine Class at The California Automobile Museum for kids in the 5th to 9th grade
Want your kids to learn a basic skill? Are they interested in cars or engineeringly inclined? Ever wanted to know how an engine works and have a kid to use as an excuse? The California Automobile Museum will hold a three hour long hands-on class on how a gasoline engine works.
A Briggs and Stratton one cylinder engine will be taken apart and visitors will learn how gases, liquids and solids interact to make it all work.
Tickets come in pairs for a child and their guardian. $25 for nonmembers and $20 for members.
9 a.m. to noon. 2200 Front St. 916-442-6802
Aug. 28: FREE ADMISSION! Movie in the Park at Regency Community Park. Sponsored by Dept. of Parks and Recreation
Bring some popcorn for a free film in the park! Family-friendly films are shown at Regency Community Park starting at sundown. Refreshments and kids' activities will be available.
5500 Honor Parkway. 916-808-3821
Aug. 28: FREE ADMISSION! Mother Bear Project Night at Fig Tree Alley Fiber Arts
Learn to knit or crochet teddy bears in support of the Mother Bear Project. The Mother Bear Project donates the teddy bears to children affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa. 55,350 bears have been donated to date.
6-8 p.m. 2419 J St. 877-484-9276
MUSIC AND ARTS:
Aug. 24: Michael Buble in concert at Arco Arena
If you swoon for his croon, catch Buble at Arco for his one-night stop in Sacramento. The tour is supporting his CD, "Crazy Love."
Tickets range from $52-$92. Don't forget $12 for parking.
Parking opens at 6 p.m., doors at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. 916-928-6900
Aug. 24: Lucinda Williams and Chrissie Hynde in concert at Crest Theatre
Catch Lucinda Williams and Chrissie Hynde in concert. JP Jones, Chrissie & The Fairground Boys will also be performing.
The Crest Lounge will open with beer and wine for guests 21 and over.
Tickets range from $34-$49 in advance, $37-$52 at the door.
Door opens at 6:30 p.m., the show begins at 7:30 p.m. 800-225-2277
Aug. 25: FREE ADMISSION! Rhythms on the River Final at Pearl on the River Restaurant.
The final performances for the American Idol-esque competition will have contestants putting in the final fight to win a recording contract with Gigatone Records and the opportunity to perform at the Best of Sacramento 2010.
7-9 p.m. 1379 Garden Hwy. 916-567-3275.
Aug. 26: "The Next American Dream" screening at Crest Theatre.
A special screening will be held for the documentary film on how American cities, specifically downtowns, will change and grow in the future. And why downtown regions have lost popularity and gained it back.
Socializing 5-6 p.m. Screening 6-7 p.m. After party at Social Nightclub. 1013 K St. Visit the film's website.
Aug. 29: FREE ADMISSION! Music in Curtis Park sponsored by Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Association.
Visit the north end of William Curtis Park for their free concert series.
6-8:30 p.m. 900 West Curtis Dr. 916-452-3005
SPORTS:
Aug. 25: River Cats vs. Fresno Grizzlies
7:05 p.m.
Aug. 26: River Cats vs. Fresno Grizzlies
Any Buffett fans out there? It's Parrothead Night Tribute to Jimmy Buffett! It's also Thirsty Thursdays featuring $2 beers.
7:05 p.m
Aug. 27: River Cats vs. Fresno Grizzlies
It's Family Value Fridays with $1 hot dogs and desserts. It's also Team Spirit Night. Dress up to show support for your favorite team whether it be collegiate, fantasy or pro. The first 2,500 visitors will receive an Esurance Car Sunshade.
7:05 p.m
Aug. 28: River Cats vs. Fresno Grizzlies
Fans will love this Saturday's game featuring on-field photos with their favorite River Cats players. It's also A's versus Giants Affiliate Night. Or just go to see the fireworks!
7:05 p.m
Aug. 28: The MegaRamp ASA Triples tour comes to Arco Arena. Freestyle BMX stars from the X Games will try out the 195-foot long course. Two competitors at a time will take on a 25-foot high ramp, two 25-foot wide jumps and quarter-pipe to advance to final rounds.
Tickets range from $17.50 to $67.50 for adults. Groups of more than 10 get a discount. Don't forget $12 for parking which opens at 5 p.m.
7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Aug. 28: Battle of the Badges VII at Memorial Auditorium
See Larry "Pitbull" Fernandez of the California Dept. of Corrections fight Carlos Cabrera of the Sac Sheriff's Dept. in this charity event to benefit The Firefighters Burn Institute, Sacramento Sheriff's Toy Project and The Sac Fallen Officers Resource Fund.
Tickets range from $25 to $40.
6 p.m. Doors open 4:30 p.m. 1515 J St. 916-808-5181
Aug. 28: 12th Annual 5K Run/Walk Race for the Arts
You can run, walk, or put your kids in a fun run to benefit our state's non-profit performing, cultural and visual arts organizations as well as school music, drama and art programs.
There will be interactive booths, live music and post-race refreshments.
Registration is $30 for adults, $15 for kids 12 and under.
8:30 a.m. 5K run/walk. 9:30 a.m. Kid's fun runs. William Land Park. For race details or registration, call 916-441-1751.
Aug. 29: River Cats vs. Fresno Grizzlies
It's Kids Run the Bases and Autographs day. Entertainer Birdzerk will be on hand through the game to keep your kids laughing.
1:05 p.m
ALL ELSE:
Aug. 27: The inaugural Charity Luau Event for Sacramento Grant a Wish.
Open your heart and wallet and maybe get lei-ed. Sacramento Grant a Wish is holding their inaugural event with live hula dancers, a fire show, music, food, dancing, cocktails, games, raffles and auctions with a red carpet twist.
$35 per ticket, $50 with dinner.
6:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. 3200 Longview Dr. 916-752-9152
Aug. 28: FREE ADMISSION! Second Annual Wild About the Zoo Benefit and Raffle by Friends of the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary
Join other animal lovers to support the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary. There will be complimentary food and wine, animal education, vendor booths, henna/airbrush tattoos, silent auction and a raffle ($5 per ticket). The first 75 families receive a free goodie bag.
The silent auction includes numerous Rogers jewelry, art, trips, gift certificates and services.
All proceeds from the raffle and auction will go to Friends of the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary, a non-profit organization that supports the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary.
The event will be held at Roger's Jewelry in Folsom.
5:30-8:30 p.m. 965 East Bidwell St., Folsom, CA 95630. 916-226-5445
Aug. 28: FREE ADMISSION! Second annual Blues, Brews & BBQ in Downtown Napa
Forget the wine and go for barbecue, beer and blues with beautiful Napa as the backdrop. The event will have three different stages featuring Bay Area blues musicians and barbecue from top Napa chefs. A beer garden will have more than 20 micro-brewed beers for guests, and a rib-eating contest for the brave and hungry.
Noon-6 p.m. First Street in Downtown Napa. 707-257-0322
FAMILY AND PETS:
Aug. 28: FREE ADMISSION! Kitten Adoption Day sponsored by Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary and Extra Space Storage.
Kittens 3 to 6 months old will be up for adoption to find their safe and happy forever homes. Free kitten food will be supplied for those adopted (while supplies last). The kittens are tested, vaccinated, spayed/neutered and microchipped. Adoption fees are $50 for one kitten, $60 for two.
There will be complimentary food and drinks, drawing prizes and giveaways.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 3000 B St.
Aug. 28: Kids' Engine Class at The California Automobile Museum for kids in the 5th to 9th grade
Want your kids to learn a basic skill? Are they interested in cars or engineeringly inclined? Ever wanted to know how an engine works and have a kid to use as an excuse? The California Automobile Museum will hold a three hour long hands-on class on how a gasoline engine works.
A Briggs and Stratton one cylinder engine will be taken apart and visitors will learn how gases, liquids and solids interact to make it all work.
Tickets come in pairs for a child and their guardian. $25 for nonmembers and $20 for members.
9 a.m. to noon. 2200 Front St. 916-442-6802
Aug. 28: FREE ADMISSION! Movie in the Park at Regency Community Park. Sponsored by Dept. of Parks and Recreation
Bring some popcorn for a free film in the park! Family-friendly films are shown at Regency Community Park starting at sundown. Refreshments and kids' activities will be available.
5500 Honor Parkway. 916-808-3821
Aug. 28: FREE ADMISSION! Mother Bear Project Night at Fig Tree Alley Fiber Arts
Learn to knit or crochet teddy bears in support of the Mother Bear Project. The Mother Bear Project donates the teddy bears to children affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa. 55,350 bears have been donated to date.
6-8 p.m. 2419 J St. 877-484-9276
MUSIC AND ARTS:
Aug. 24: Michael Buble in concert at Arco Arena
If you swoon for his croon, catch Buble at Arco for his one-night stop in Sacramento. The tour is supporting his CD, "Crazy Love."
Tickets range from $52-$92. Don't forget $12 for parking.
Parking opens at 6 p.m., doors at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. 916-928-6900
Aug. 24: Lucinda Williams and Chrissie Hynde in concert at Crest Theatre
Catch Lucinda Williams and Chrissie Hynde in concert. JP Jones, Chrissie & The Fairground Boys will also be performing.
The Crest Lounge will open with beer and wine for guests 21 and over.
Tickets range from $34-$49 in advance, $37-$52 at the door.
Door opens at 6:30 p.m., the show begins at 7:30 p.m. 800-225-2277
Aug. 25: FREE ADMISSION! Rhythms on the River Final at Pearl on the River Restaurant.
The final performances for the American Idol-esque competition will have contestants putting in the final fight to win a recording contract with Gigatone Records and the opportunity to perform at the Best of Sacramento 2010.
7-9 p.m. 1379 Garden Hwy. 916-567-3275.
Aug. 26: "The Next American Dream" screening at Crest Theatre.
A special screening will be held for the documentary film on how American cities, specifically downtowns, will change and grow in the future. And why downtown regions have lost popularity and gained it back.
Socializing 5-6 p.m. Screening 6-7 p.m. After party at Social Nightclub. 1013 K St. Visit the film's website.
Aug. 29: FREE ADMISSION! Music in Curtis Park sponsored by Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Association.
Visit the north end of William Curtis Park for their free concert series.
6-8:30 p.m. 900 West Curtis Dr. 916-452-3005
SPORTS:
Aug. 25: River Cats vs. Fresno Grizzlies
7:05 p.m.
Aug. 26: River Cats vs. Fresno Grizzlies
Any Buffett fans out there? It's Parrothead Night Tribute to Jimmy Buffett! It's also Thirsty Thursdays featuring $2 beers.
7:05 p.m
Aug. 27: River Cats vs. Fresno Grizzlies
It's Family Value Fridays with $1 hot dogs and desserts. It's also Team Spirit Night. Dress up to show support for your favorite team whether it be collegiate, fantasy or pro. The first 2,500 visitors will receive an Esurance Car Sunshade.
7:05 p.m
Aug. 28: River Cats vs. Fresno Grizzlies
Fans will love this Saturday's game featuring on-field photos with their favorite River Cats players. It's also A's versus Giants Affiliate Night. Or just go to see the fireworks!
7:05 p.m
Aug. 28: The MegaRamp ASA Triples tour comes to Arco Arena. Freestyle BMX stars from the X Games will try out the 195-foot long course. Two competitors at a time will take on a 25-foot high ramp, two 25-foot wide jumps and quarter-pipe to advance to final rounds.
Tickets range from $17.50 to $67.50 for adults. Groups of more than 10 get a discount. Don't forget $12 for parking which opens at 5 p.m.
7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Aug. 28: Battle of the Badges VII at Memorial Auditorium
See Larry "Pitbull" Fernandez of the California Dept. of Corrections fight Carlos Cabrera of the Sac Sheriff's Dept. in this charity event to benefit The Firefighters Burn Institute, Sacramento Sheriff's Toy Project and The Sac Fallen Officers Resource Fund.
Tickets range from $25 to $40.
6 p.m. Doors open 4:30 p.m. 1515 J St. 916-808-5181
Aug. 28: 12th Annual 5K Run/Walk Race for the Arts
You can run, walk, or put your kids in a fun run to benefit our state's non-profit performing, cultural and visual arts organizations as well as school music, drama and art programs.
There will be interactive booths, live music and post-race refreshments.
Registration is $30 for adults, $15 for kids 12 and under.
8:30 a.m. 5K run/walk. 9:30 a.m. Kid's fun runs. William Land Park. For race details or registration, call 916-441-1751.
Aug. 29: River Cats vs. Fresno Grizzlies
It's Kids Run the Bases and Autographs day. Entertainer Birdzerk will be on hand through the game to keep your kids laughing.
1:05 p.m
ALL ELSE:
Aug. 27: The inaugural Charity Luau Event for Sacramento Grant a Wish.
Open your heart and wallet and maybe get lei-ed. Sacramento Grant a Wish is holding their inaugural event with live hula dancers, a fire show, music, food, dancing, cocktails, games, raffles and auctions with a red carpet twist.
$35 per ticket, $50 with dinner.
6:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. 3200 Longview Dr. 916-752-9152
Aug. 28: FREE ADMISSION! Second Annual Wild About the Zoo Benefit and Raffle by Friends of the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary
Join other animal lovers to support the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary. There will be complimentary food and wine, animal education, vendor booths, henna/airbrush tattoos, silent auction and a raffle ($5 per ticket). The first 75 families receive a free goodie bag.
The silent auction includes numerous Rogers jewelry, art, trips, gift certificates and services.
All proceeds from the raffle and auction will go to Friends of the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary, a non-profit organization that supports the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary.
The event will be held at Roger's Jewelry in Folsom.
5:30-8:30 p.m. 965 East Bidwell St., Folsom, CA 95630. 916-226-5445
Aug. 28: FREE ADMISSION! Second annual Blues, Brews & BBQ in Downtown Napa
Forget the wine and go for barbecue, beer and blues with beautiful Napa as the backdrop. The event will have three different stages featuring Bay Area blues musicians and barbecue from top Napa chefs. A beer garden will have more than 20 micro-brewed beers for guests, and a rib-eating contest for the brave and hungry.
Noon-6 p.m. First Street in Downtown Napa. 707-257-0322
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