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:
Sep. 29: FREE ADMISSION! Backyard organic gardening workshop
James Bridges will lead an adult beginner's workshop for organic gardening in your own backyard. Bridges will discuss how to choose a site and what soil to use.
6:30-8 p.m. Arcade Library. 2443 Marconi Ave. 916-264-2700
Oct 2: FREE ADMISSION! Fair Oaks Library fall book sale
The library is holding its fall book sale in the Community Room. (All unsold books will be on clearance Monday, Oct. 4 when visitors can buy a bag of books for $5. The clearance will be from noon to 5 p.m.)
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 11601 Fair Oaks Blvd. 916-264-2700
Oct. 2: Asian Food and Cultural Bazaar
The Sacramento Japanese United Methodist Church presents their fall bazaar featuring raffles, crafts, kids' games and smorgasbord of food.
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 6929 Franklin Blvd. 916-421-1017
MUSIC AND ARTS:
Sep. 29: FREE ADMISSION! Sister Crayon plays at Sac State
The manic trip-hop soul group will perform at Sac State as part of the University Union UNIQUE Programs' Wednesday Nooner series.
All ages permitted. No alcohol will be sold or permitted at the venue.
Noon to 12:45 p.m. University Union Serna Plaza. 916-278-6997
Sep. 29: Sunset Beach DJ Session
Must be 18 or older to enter, must be 21 or older to buy alcohol.
$17 advanced tickets. Ticket sales stop at 8 p.m. day of show.
Doors open at 9 p.m. Barcode Nightclub. 1890 Arden Way.
Oct. 1-2: Norcal Noisefest 2010
Nearly 40 artists and bands will be present for the all ages Norcal Noisefest. Visit their website for the list of performers that would cramp hands to type. Local performers include Uberkunst, Xome, Instagon, Chopstick, Liver Cancer, klowd, Mucky the Ducky, Jolthrower, Ink on Suit, Hypnotic Injection, Lifeliner and Tarantula Princess' Rat Skulls.
Held at Luna's Cafe on Friday and Sol Collective on Saturday.
$10 per day. $25 for an all weekend pass that includes a shirt, button and CD.
7 p.m. Friday. 2 p.m. Saturday.
Luna's Cafe, 1414 16th St. Sol Collective, 2574 21st St.
Oct. 1-2: "Vibrations of the Soul" tango show
Tango, ballet, salsa and bachata will be performed as part of the tango show. Ernesto Rassi directed the musical history depiction of tango. Along with dancing, there will singing and music.
$20 advance tickets, $25 at the door. Advance ticket sales end Sep. 30.
8 p.m. 24th Street Theatre. 2791 24th St.
Oct. 1-2: FREE FILMS! Moderno festival del cinema Italiano
The inaugural modern Italian film festival will be held at Fremont Park. A
8 p.m. R & 16th Streets. 916-444-3000
Oct. 3: "A Place Called Sacramento" Film Festival
Nine selected film projects will be shown for the 2010 film festival. The films include: "Are you my girlfriend"; "Three words for Dacia"; "Bar TIME"; "Treasure chest of South Sacramento"; "War at home"; "The golden tree"; "Butterscotch"; "Thugs need hugs" and "Little Thieves."
$10 general admission.
1 p.m. Crest Theatre. 1013 K St. 916-456-8600
SPORTS:
Oct. 2: Sac State vs. Montana State football
See the Hornets play Montana State at Hornet Stadium Saturday afternoon.
Tickets range $10-$15. Visit their website for more information.
1:05 p.m. Hornet Stadium, Sac State. 916-278-2222
Oct. 2: Yoga Seed Collective grand opening
The city's first nonprofit yoga studio will hold its grand opening. The celebration will begin with a chanting and studio blessing from 3 to 4 p.m. A yoga class will follow until 5:30 p.m. A community potluck will take place until 7:30 p.m. Join in the drum circle from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The studio is also looking for donations of gently-used yoga mats, blankets and props.
1400 E St., suite B. 916-978-1367
ALL ELSE:
Oct. 2: FREE! The Medical Bag History Tour
Led by Dr. Bob LaPerriere, the Medical Bag Tour will teach about the diseases of the Gold Rush and visit the grave sites of physicians who treated them.
The tour is organized by the Old City Cemetery Committee, Inc. Free parking across the street.
Donations "gravely" needed.
10 a.m. 1000 Broadway. 916-448-0811
Oct. 2: FREE ADMISSION! Candy making class
A workshop at the North Natomas Library will teach easy candy making to adults. It is partially hands-on.
2-3 p.m. 4660 Via Ingoglia. 916-264-2700
Oct. 2: FREE ADMISSION! Midtown Bazaar
Join Sacramento Midtownians for the Midtown Bazaar. It's a shopping experience, farmers market, music fest and food fest all in one.
Don't worry if you miss it this week, it's held every Saturday.
8 a.m. to 1 p.m. I St. between 16th and 17th Streets. 916-317-6017
Monday, September 27, 2010
Monday, September 20, 2010
Cheer Up, Buttercup! Sep. 20-Sep. 26
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:
Sep. 23: FREE ADMISSION! 43rd annual Native American Day
Presented by the State Tribal Liaisons of California, Native American Day will be celebrated at the Capitol. California Indian leaders will be speaking, games, informative booths, music and dancers will be present.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 916-324-0971
Sep. 25: Sixth annual "Painting for Paws" Art Show and Silent Auction
Bid on artwork created by the residents of Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary to benefit the animal rescue organization. There will also be food, wine and music.
$10 donation at the door.
Also, dine at Piatti Ristorante and Bar that night and mention you're dining for Happy Tails. Piatti will donate 10% of the bill to the sanctuary. For reservations, call Piatti at 916-475-3918.
6-10 p.m. Pavilions Shopping Center, Fair Oaks Blvd. 916-320-4254
Sep. 25-26: FREE ADMISSION! Weekend in Greece: Greek Culture and Food Festival
Presented by Saint Katherine Greek Orthodox Church, the culture and food festival will feature live Greek music, traditional Greek costumes, cultural displays and guided tours of the church. For a schedule of events, visit their website.
Parking is free, too!
9165 Peets Street, Elk Grove 95758. 916-683-3443
MUSIC AND ARTS:
Sep. 22: FREE ADMISSION! Sleep Now Moon performs
The folk rock/Americana band will perform at Sac State as part of the University Union UNIQUE Programs' Wednesday Nooner series.
All ages permitted. No alcohol will be sold or permitted at the venue.
Noon to 1 p.m. University Union Serna Plaza. 916-278-3928
Sep. 25: New Crocker Fund-raising Gala
The night will feature cocktails, dinner, dessert, dancing, a ceremonial gallery opening and a first glimpse of the new Crocker Art Museum. The Citizen Hotel is offering a special rate for gala attendees on a limited number of rooms the night of Sep. 25.
$1,000 per person. Friend of the Museum tickets: $5,000 per couple.
5:30 p.m. Cocktails start at 6 p.m. Crocker Art Museum, 216 O St. 916-808-7000
Sep. 26: Blues on the Green 2
Tracy Nelson, Dorothy Morrison, Annie Sampson and Angela Strehli of The Blues Broads as well as The Nick Gravenites Blues Band will be performing at Blues on the Green 2. Mick Martin will be the host and special guest. Feel free to bring low back chairs and blankets, but outside food and drink is prohibited. Food and drink will be available inside.
Parking is free.
$25 advance tickets, $30 at the door. All tickets are general admission. Purchase them at Capital Public Radio (7055 Folsom Blvd), The Beat (1700 J St.), all Dimple Records locations or here.
Doors open at 1 p.m., the show starts at 2 p.m. 7055 Folsom Blvd., rear entrance to Sac State.
SPORTS:
Sep. 21 & 22: Belay 101
Longing to learn to belay? Presented by Peak Adventures, a CSUS student-run group, learn the basics to belay. Learn how to use ropes and other safety equipment to keep a climbing partner safe, standard climbing commands, how to tie a double fisherman's knot, how to tie a figure-8 follow through knot and a pre-climb safety check. Not only will you learn all this, but by the end you'll be able to safely belay a climber on a wall and lower them back to the ground.
Leave your technical gear at home, it is provided on campus.
$18 for the public, $16 for affiliates. CSUS students with ID pay $12.
7-9 p.m. 916-278-6321
Sep. 25: Sacramento Mountain Lions vs. Florida Tuskers
Pro football in Sacramento? It has happened through the United Football League. Check out head coach Dennis Green lead the Mountain Lions against the Florida Tuskers in their home opener at Sac State's Hornet Stadium.
For ticket information, visit their website.
8 p.m.
ALL ELSE:
Sep. 23: FREE ADMISSION! Krist Novoselic lectures
Novoselic, famous for being Nirvana's bass player, will be speaking at Sac State as part of the campus' annual Constitution Week. He will be discussing his experience political experience and how social networking is changing the First Amendment right of assembly. Presented by the University Union UNIQUE Programs and the Community Engagement Center.
All ages permitted. No alcohol will be sold or permitted at the venue.
7:30-9 p.m. University Union Ballroom. 916-278-6997
Sep. 25: FREE ADMISSION! What's Blooming in the Cemetery
See the beauty of the Sacramento Historic Cemetery with their garden tour. Guided by gardener and volunteer, Sharon Patrician, the tour will lead visitors through the historic cemetery's gardens.
The tour is organized by the Old City Cemetery Committee, Inc. Free parking across the street.
Donations "gravely" needed.
10 a.m. 1000 Broadway. 916-448-0811
Sep. 25: FREE ADMISSION! Early Educators Tour
Learn about Sacramento history as well as the history of early educators in this tour. Old Sacramento Museum docents will present the lives and experiences of early educators.
The tour is organized by the Old City Cemetery Committee, Inc. Free parking across the street.
Donations "gravely" needed.
10 a.m. 1000 Broadway. 916-448-0811
Sep. 25: FREE ADMISSION! Midtown Bazaar
Join Sacramento Midtownians for the Midtown Bazaar. It's a shopping experience, farmers market, music fest and food fest all in one.
Don't worry if you miss it this week, it's held every Saturday.
8 a.m. to 1 p.m. I St. between 16th and 17th Streets. 916-317-6017
Sep. 25: Taste of Lodi Wine Camp
The inaugural event is an all day event before the Taste of Lodi. Start early in a Lodi vineyard picking grapes. A viticulture demonstration will teach about the growing process. Two vineyard tours follow and have lunch with the winemaker. Attend a wine blending class and a wine and food pairing class. A winery dinner will end the fruitful day. Receive a bottle of wine, Wine Camp hat and shirt, VIP entrance to the Taste of Lodi event Sep. 26 and one night hotel accommodation.
$450. Must be at least 21 years old to attend. Limited availability.
8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sep. 26: Taste of Lodi
Take the chance to see the wine creations of Lodi wine country. Nearly 40 wineries will be present for wine tasting and wine seminars. There will also be chef demonstrations and food tasting.
For a list of wineries, visit their website.
$40 (must be at least 21 years old). Designated drivers get in for $25.
1-5 p.m. Wine and Roses Hotel, Restaurant and Spa located at 2505 West Turner Road, Lodi. 800-798-1810
FAMILY AND PETS:
Sep. 23: FREE ADMISSION! 43rd annual Native American Day
Presented by the State Tribal Liaisons of California, Native American Day will be celebrated at the Capitol. California Indian leaders will be speaking, games, informative booths, music and dancers will be present.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 916-324-0971
Sep. 25: Sixth annual "Painting for Paws" Art Show and Silent Auction
Bid on artwork created by the residents of Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary to benefit the animal rescue organization. There will also be food, wine and music.
$10 donation at the door.
Also, dine at Piatti Ristorante and Bar that night and mention you're dining for Happy Tails. Piatti will donate 10% of the bill to the sanctuary. For reservations, call Piatti at 916-475-3918.
6-10 p.m. Pavilions Shopping Center, Fair Oaks Blvd. 916-320-4254
Sep. 25-26: FREE ADMISSION! Weekend in Greece: Greek Culture and Food Festival
Presented by Saint Katherine Greek Orthodox Church, the culture and food festival will feature live Greek music, traditional Greek costumes, cultural displays and guided tours of the church. For a schedule of events, visit their website.
Parking is free, too!
9165 Peets Street, Elk Grove 95758. 916-683-3443
MUSIC AND ARTS:
Sep. 22: FREE ADMISSION! Sleep Now Moon performs
The folk rock/Americana band will perform at Sac State as part of the University Union UNIQUE Programs' Wednesday Nooner series.
All ages permitted. No alcohol will be sold or permitted at the venue.
Noon to 1 p.m. University Union Serna Plaza. 916-278-3928
Sep. 25: New Crocker Fund-raising Gala
The night will feature cocktails, dinner, dessert, dancing, a ceremonial gallery opening and a first glimpse of the new Crocker Art Museum. The Citizen Hotel is offering a special rate for gala attendees on a limited number of rooms the night of Sep. 25.
$1,000 per person. Friend of the Museum tickets: $5,000 per couple.
5:30 p.m. Cocktails start at 6 p.m. Crocker Art Museum, 216 O St. 916-808-7000
Sep. 26: Blues on the Green 2
Tracy Nelson, Dorothy Morrison, Annie Sampson and Angela Strehli of The Blues Broads as well as The Nick Gravenites Blues Band will be performing at Blues on the Green 2. Mick Martin will be the host and special guest. Feel free to bring low back chairs and blankets, but outside food and drink is prohibited. Food and drink will be available inside.
Parking is free.
$25 advance tickets, $30 at the door. All tickets are general admission. Purchase them at Capital Public Radio (7055 Folsom Blvd), The Beat (1700 J St.), all Dimple Records locations or here.
Doors open at 1 p.m., the show starts at 2 p.m. 7055 Folsom Blvd., rear entrance to Sac State.
SPORTS:
Sep. 21 & 22: Belay 101
Longing to learn to belay? Presented by Peak Adventures, a CSUS student-run group, learn the basics to belay. Learn how to use ropes and other safety equipment to keep a climbing partner safe, standard climbing commands, how to tie a double fisherman's knot, how to tie a figure-8 follow through knot and a pre-climb safety check. Not only will you learn all this, but by the end you'll be able to safely belay a climber on a wall and lower them back to the ground.
Leave your technical gear at home, it is provided on campus.
$18 for the public, $16 for affiliates. CSUS students with ID pay $12.
7-9 p.m. 916-278-6321
Sep. 25: Sacramento Mountain Lions vs. Florida Tuskers
Pro football in Sacramento? It has happened through the United Football League. Check out head coach Dennis Green lead the Mountain Lions against the Florida Tuskers in their home opener at Sac State's Hornet Stadium.
For ticket information, visit their website.
8 p.m.
ALL ELSE:
Sep. 23: FREE ADMISSION! Krist Novoselic lectures
Novoselic, famous for being Nirvana's bass player, will be speaking at Sac State as part of the campus' annual Constitution Week. He will be discussing his experience political experience and how social networking is changing the First Amendment right of assembly. Presented by the University Union UNIQUE Programs and the Community Engagement Center.
All ages permitted. No alcohol will be sold or permitted at the venue.
7:30-9 p.m. University Union Ballroom. 916-278-6997
Sep. 25: FREE ADMISSION! What's Blooming in the Cemetery
See the beauty of the Sacramento Historic Cemetery with their garden tour. Guided by gardener and volunteer, Sharon Patrician, the tour will lead visitors through the historic cemetery's gardens.
The tour is organized by the Old City Cemetery Committee, Inc. Free parking across the street.
Donations "gravely" needed.
10 a.m. 1000 Broadway. 916-448-0811
Sep. 25: FREE ADMISSION! Early Educators Tour
Learn about Sacramento history as well as the history of early educators in this tour. Old Sacramento Museum docents will present the lives and experiences of early educators.
The tour is organized by the Old City Cemetery Committee, Inc. Free parking across the street.
Donations "gravely" needed.
10 a.m. 1000 Broadway. 916-448-0811
Sep. 25: FREE ADMISSION! Midtown Bazaar
Join Sacramento Midtownians for the Midtown Bazaar. It's a shopping experience, farmers market, music fest and food fest all in one.
Don't worry if you miss it this week, it's held every Saturday.
8 a.m. to 1 p.m. I St. between 16th and 17th Streets. 916-317-6017
Sep. 25: Taste of Lodi Wine Camp
The inaugural event is an all day event before the Taste of Lodi. Start early in a Lodi vineyard picking grapes. A viticulture demonstration will teach about the growing process. Two vineyard tours follow and have lunch with the winemaker. Attend a wine blending class and a wine and food pairing class. A winery dinner will end the fruitful day. Receive a bottle of wine, Wine Camp hat and shirt, VIP entrance to the Taste of Lodi event Sep. 26 and one night hotel accommodation.
$450. Must be at least 21 years old to attend. Limited availability.
8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sep. 26: Taste of Lodi
Take the chance to see the wine creations of Lodi wine country. Nearly 40 wineries will be present for wine tasting and wine seminars. There will also be chef demonstrations and food tasting.
For a list of wineries, visit their website.
$40 (must be at least 21 years old). Designated drivers get in for $25.
1-5 p.m. Wine and Roses Hotel, Restaurant and Spa located at 2505 West Turner Road, Lodi. 800-798-1810
Monday, September 13, 2010
Cheer Up, Buttercup! Sep. 13-Sep. 19
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:
Sep. 13: Healthy Back-to-School Lunches Nutrition Class
With childhood obesity on the rise and the importance of healthy eating habits, visit the Arden Hills Resort Club and Spa to learn easy ways to make healthy school lunches for your kids. Learn to get creative with healthy meals your children will love.
$20. Noon. 1220 Arden Hills Lane. 916-482-6111
Sep. 16: FREE ADMISSION! Capitol Heart Walk
Join the American Heart Association (AHA) for this walk and/or Sep. 18 for the Start walk. Add heart-friendly exercise to your day and donate to help the AHA's programs and research.
According to the AHA's website, cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of all Americans, and one person dies every 38 seconds from the disease.
Donations appreciated.
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Capitol's west steps
Sep. 18: FREE ADMISSION! Heart Walk
Start is the American Heart Association's campaign to get America moving. The walk raises funds for education and research. Sacramento has raised $306,805 to date, and the goal is $450,000. Sacramento is one of more than 300 American cities participating in Start Heart Walks.
Donations appreciated.
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. William Land Park
Sep. 18: Bark for Life of Rancho Cordova
Stretch your paws and wag your tail. The American Cancer Society Bark for Life is a noncompetitive, fund-raising walk event for the pooches and their people. Demonstrations, contests and games will follow the walk.
Registration starts at 8:15 a.m. Opening ceremonies begin at 9:15 a.m. The walk goes from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Registration is $25 for the first dog, $10 for each additional dog per owner. Receive a raffle ticket for each registered dog. Dogs must be on a leash and be ready to clean up after your pets.
Animal Care and Regulations Dog Park, 3839 Bradshaw Rd.
Sep. 18: Sacramento Zoo's Deaf Awareness Day
Visit the Sacramento Zoo for a special day for the deaf and hard of hearing community. The event is sponsored by NorCal Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
The event is free with admission.
$6.50-$11. Free street parking. 916-808-5885
Sep. 18-19: FREE ADMISSION! Friends of the Folsom Library Fall Book Sale
(Preview sale Sep. 17 5-8 p.m. $5)
Over 12,000 gently used books, DVDs, videos, CDs and much more in both children and adult materials will be on sale to support the Folsom Public Library. Grab a few raffle tickets for prizes from gift certificates to wine to clothing. Tickets will be available at the book sale, three for $2.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Folsom Public Library's Georgia Murray Building Meeting Room, 411 Stafford St., Folsom 95630. 916 355-7374
Sep. 18-19: 13th annual Sacramento Reptile Show
Check out the Exhibit Hall at the Sacramento Convention Center for the annual show that both showcases reptiles and educates the public. More than 100 vendors displaying 3,000 reptiles, and 11,000 visitors attended last year's show.
Children 5 and under get in free. Children ages 6 to 12 get in for $7, or $11 for a two-day pass. Ages 13 and over get in for $10, or $17 for a two-day pass.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sep. 19: FREE ADMISSION! Roseville Fall Antique Market
More than 50 vendors will be at the antique market selling furniture, decorative items, garden items, jewelry and hand crafted goods.
Free parking to match the free admission.
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Oak Street between Taylor Street and South Grant. 916-772-7700
MUSIC AND ARTS:
Sep. 14: FREE ADMISSION! "Burma VJ" showing
Presented by Amnesty International Sacramento Group, "Burma VJ" is a film by Burmese video-journalists exposing their country's repressive regime. Filmmaker is Anders Ostergaard. The showing is part of a series, Tuesday Films at Luna's Cafe.
6:30 p.m. Luna's Cafe, 1414 16th St.
Sep. 16: FREE ADMISSION! El Grito de Dolores at CSUS
Visit CSUS this week for "El Grito de Dolores," a play about the 200th Mexican Independence Day. It will be performed by Teatro Espejo and directed by Manuel Jose Pickett. The play will be performed in the University Union Ballroom.
All ages permitted, no alcohol sold or permitted.
Noon to 1 p.m. 916-278-6997
Sep. 16: FREE ADMISSION! Author Will Fellows signing
Time Tested Books brings another great author to its location. Fellows will do a reading and signing for his book, Gay Bar. The book is a true story of a woman who operated a gay bar in Los Angeles during the 1950s.
Books will be available for purchase.
7 p.m. 1114 21st St. 916-447-5696
Sep. 17: Sheryl Crow live performance
If you enjoy wine, live music and especially Sheryl Crow, catch the season's last concert held at Ironstone Vineyard's Amphitheatre. Special guests are G. Love and Special Sauce.
Tickets range from $28.30-$255.70. For more ticket information, visit Ticketmaster. For $28.50, get two for one lawn tickets!
The venue does not allow cans, bottles, alcohol, outside food, weapons or professional cameras. Parking is free on-site.
8 p.m. 1894 Six Mile Rd., Murphys 95247. 209-728-1251
Sep. 17-19: Fourth annual American River Music Festival
The main stage will be held on the banks of the South Fork of the American River in the Coloma-Lotus Valley. There will be shuttle service, three riverfront campgrounds, a whitewater river trip, guided riverfront hike and a wine tasting trip.
The artist lineup includes: Jesse Winchester, Slaid Cleaves, Karla Bonoff, Handful of Luvin, Mike Beck and the Bohemian Saints, The California Honeydrops, Anne Weiss with David Jacobs-Strain, Walter Strauss Trio, Leroy Bell and His Only Friends, Berkely Hart, Ma Muse, Dana Hubbard, Forest Sun, Jonny Mojo, Garrin Benfield, The Bungee Jumping Cows and The Easy Leaves.
Tickets start at $15 for children and $35 for adults for a one day pass. Two day passes are available. Weekend passes including workshops and river passes range from $149 to $229. The weekend passes including workshops, hiking and wine tasting range from $49 to $129. For ticket information, visit the website.
Sep. 19: FREE ADMISSION! Alan O'Connor and Cuno Barragan speak
Time Tested Books is bringing author/baseball historian Alan O'Connor and Sacramentan/baseball player Cuno Barragan to its store as part of "The Sacramento Living Library" series. Barragan played for the Sacramento Solons and the Chicago Cubs.
Seating is limited.
7 p.m. 1114 21st St. 916-447-5696
SPORTS:
Sep. 15: 13th annual Seratonin Surge Charities Golf Tournament
Raise your clubs to raise funds for Seratonin Surge Charities. Sign up for the early morning back nine and/or the classic noontime 18 hole shotgun scramble.
Registration includes a Surge souvenir item, professional massage, barbecue lunch, awards ceremony and raffle entry. The 18 hole registration also includes a buffet lunch.
Proceeds will benefit the Maggi Carlile Memorial Scholarship Fund, Cure Breast Cancer, and the UC Davis School of Medicine's student-run community health clinics for the medically uninsured.
Registration is $90 for nine holes, $180 for 18 holes.
Turkey Creek Golf Club, 1525 Highway 193, Lincoln 95648. 530-757-4121
Sep. 17: FREE ADMISSION! Road repair clinic
Peak Adventures, a program organized by CSUS students, is holding a bike clinic to teach how to repair your bike while out on the road. The 45 minute clinic will teach you how to fix a flat on both front and back tires, and what to pack in a repair kit. They welcome you to bring your bike for hands on learning.
The WELL building in CSUS. 6000 J St. 916-278-6321
Sep. 17: Hike of the Month: Davis Arboretum
Peak Adventures, a program organized by CSUS students, is holding their hike of the month at the UC Davis Arboretum. It will be a short hike through the 100 acre property that features more than 22,000 trees and plants.
$18 for the public. Affiliates get in for $16 and Sac State students with ID join the hike for $12.
916-278-6321
Sep. 18: Basic Rock Climbing class
Peak Adventures that brought Sep. 17 Hike of the Month and the bike repair clinic is offering a basic rock climbing class. It is an all day course to introduce beginners to outdoor rock climbing. Topics covered include: knot tying, belaying, general equipment use and basic climbing techniques. The fees include expert instruction by Peak Adventures climbing staff, transportation and all climbing gear.
$57 for the public, $51 for affiliates. Sac State students with ID get in the class for $40.
There will be a pre-trip meeting on Sep. 15 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Peak Adventures Challenge Center on the CSUS campus between Yosemite Hall and the soccer field.
916-278-6321
ALL ELSE:
Sep. 13: Author David Plouffe to speak
As part of the California Lectures series, author David Plouffe will speak at Crest Theatre. He is considered the chief architect of Barack Obama's campaign, and wrote the book, The Audacity to Win: The Inside Story and Lessons of Barack Obama’s Historic Victory.
$30, student with ID get in for $15.
Lecture preview 6:30-7 p.m. Lecture starts at 7:30 p.m. 1013 K St. 916-737-1300
Sep. 15-19: 47th annual National Championship Air Races & Air Show
If you've got an itch for a day trip, consider heading over to Reno, NV for the world's longest running air race. There will be real air racing among six classes of aircraft. There will be historic airplane displays and aerobatic exhibitions.
Air show performers include the Canadian Forces "Snowbirds," Kent Pietsch, David Martin and Greg Poe.
Tickets are available at Reno Stead Field starting 9/13. Tickets range from $5-$75. For more ticket information, visit their website.
Reno Stead Field. 775-972-6663
Sep. 17: No Reservations: An Evening with Anthony Bourdain
If you're a fan of cooking shows, you likely know who Anthony Bourdain is. He's an author, television host, chef and he's coming to Memorial Auditorium.
Tickets range from $36.50 to $85. The $85 VIP ticket includes a post-show meet and greet and book signing with Bourdain (call for availability).
8 p.m. 1515 J St. 916-808-5181
Sep. 18: FREE ADMISSION! Midtown Bazaar
Join Sacramento Midtownians for the Midtown Bazaar. It's a shopping experience, farmers market, music fest and food fest all in one.
Don't worry if you miss it this week, it's held every Saturday.
8 a.m. to 1 p.m. I St. between 16th and 17th Streets. 916-317-6017
FAMILY AND PETS:
Sep. 13: Healthy Back-to-School Lunches Nutrition Class
With childhood obesity on the rise and the importance of healthy eating habits, visit the Arden Hills Resort Club and Spa to learn easy ways to make healthy school lunches for your kids. Learn to get creative with healthy meals your children will love.
$20. Noon. 1220 Arden Hills Lane. 916-482-6111
Sep. 16: FREE ADMISSION! Capitol Heart Walk
Join the American Heart Association (AHA) for this walk and/or Sep. 18 for the Start walk. Add heart-friendly exercise to your day and donate to help the AHA's programs and research.
According to the AHA's website, cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of all Americans, and one person dies every 38 seconds from the disease.
Donations appreciated.
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Capitol's west steps
Sep. 18: FREE ADMISSION! Heart Walk
Start is the American Heart Association's campaign to get America moving. The walk raises funds for education and research. Sacramento has raised $306,805 to date, and the goal is $450,000. Sacramento is one of more than 300 American cities participating in Start Heart Walks.
Donations appreciated.
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. William Land Park
Sep. 18: Bark for Life of Rancho Cordova
Stretch your paws and wag your tail. The American Cancer Society Bark for Life is a noncompetitive, fund-raising walk event for the pooches and their people. Demonstrations, contests and games will follow the walk.
Registration starts at 8:15 a.m. Opening ceremonies begin at 9:15 a.m. The walk goes from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Registration is $25 for the first dog, $10 for each additional dog per owner. Receive a raffle ticket for each registered dog. Dogs must be on a leash and be ready to clean up after your pets.
Animal Care and Regulations Dog Park, 3839 Bradshaw Rd.
Sep. 18: Sacramento Zoo's Deaf Awareness Day
Visit the Sacramento Zoo for a special day for the deaf and hard of hearing community. The event is sponsored by NorCal Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
The event is free with admission.
$6.50-$11. Free street parking. 916-808-5885
Sep. 18-19: FREE ADMISSION! Friends of the Folsom Library Fall Book Sale
(Preview sale Sep. 17 5-8 p.m. $5)
Over 12,000 gently used books, DVDs, videos, CDs and much more in both children and adult materials will be on sale to support the Folsom Public Library. Grab a few raffle tickets for prizes from gift certificates to wine to clothing. Tickets will be available at the book sale, three for $2.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Folsom Public Library's Georgia Murray Building Meeting Room, 411 Stafford St., Folsom 95630. 916 355-7374
Sep. 18-19: 13th annual Sacramento Reptile Show
Check out the Exhibit Hall at the Sacramento Convention Center for the annual show that both showcases reptiles and educates the public. More than 100 vendors displaying 3,000 reptiles, and 11,000 visitors attended last year's show.
Children 5 and under get in free. Children ages 6 to 12 get in for $7, or $11 for a two-day pass. Ages 13 and over get in for $10, or $17 for a two-day pass.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sep. 19: FREE ADMISSION! Roseville Fall Antique Market
More than 50 vendors will be at the antique market selling furniture, decorative items, garden items, jewelry and hand crafted goods.
Free parking to match the free admission.
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Oak Street between Taylor Street and South Grant. 916-772-7700
MUSIC AND ARTS:
Sep. 14: FREE ADMISSION! "Burma VJ" showing
Presented by Amnesty International Sacramento Group, "Burma VJ" is a film by Burmese video-journalists exposing their country's repressive regime. Filmmaker is Anders Ostergaard. The showing is part of a series, Tuesday Films at Luna's Cafe.
6:30 p.m. Luna's Cafe, 1414 16th St.
Sep. 16: FREE ADMISSION! El Grito de Dolores at CSUS
Visit CSUS this week for "El Grito de Dolores," a play about the 200th Mexican Independence Day. It will be performed by Teatro Espejo and directed by Manuel Jose Pickett. The play will be performed in the University Union Ballroom.
All ages permitted, no alcohol sold or permitted.
Noon to 1 p.m. 916-278-6997
Sep. 16: FREE ADMISSION! Author Will Fellows signing
Time Tested Books brings another great author to its location. Fellows will do a reading and signing for his book, Gay Bar. The book is a true story of a woman who operated a gay bar in Los Angeles during the 1950s.
Books will be available for purchase.
7 p.m. 1114 21st St. 916-447-5696
Sep. 17: Sheryl Crow live performance
If you enjoy wine, live music and especially Sheryl Crow, catch the season's last concert held at Ironstone Vineyard's Amphitheatre. Special guests are G. Love and Special Sauce.
Tickets range from $28.30-$255.70. For more ticket information, visit Ticketmaster. For $28.50, get two for one lawn tickets!
The venue does not allow cans, bottles, alcohol, outside food, weapons or professional cameras. Parking is free on-site.
8 p.m. 1894 Six Mile Rd., Murphys 95247. 209-728-1251
Sep. 17-19: Fourth annual American River Music Festival
The main stage will be held on the banks of the South Fork of the American River in the Coloma-Lotus Valley. There will be shuttle service, three riverfront campgrounds, a whitewater river trip, guided riverfront hike and a wine tasting trip.
The artist lineup includes: Jesse Winchester, Slaid Cleaves, Karla Bonoff, Handful of Luvin, Mike Beck and the Bohemian Saints, The California Honeydrops, Anne Weiss with David Jacobs-Strain, Walter Strauss Trio, Leroy Bell and His Only Friends, Berkely Hart, Ma Muse, Dana Hubbard, Forest Sun, Jonny Mojo, Garrin Benfield, The Bungee Jumping Cows and The Easy Leaves.
Tickets start at $15 for children and $35 for adults for a one day pass. Two day passes are available. Weekend passes including workshops and river passes range from $149 to $229. The weekend passes including workshops, hiking and wine tasting range from $49 to $129. For ticket information, visit the website.
Sep. 19: FREE ADMISSION! Alan O'Connor and Cuno Barragan speak
Time Tested Books is bringing author/baseball historian Alan O'Connor and Sacramentan/baseball player Cuno Barragan to its store as part of "The Sacramento Living Library" series. Barragan played for the Sacramento Solons and the Chicago Cubs.
Seating is limited.
7 p.m. 1114 21st St. 916-447-5696
SPORTS:
Sep. 15: 13th annual Seratonin Surge Charities Golf Tournament
Raise your clubs to raise funds for Seratonin Surge Charities. Sign up for the early morning back nine and/or the classic noontime 18 hole shotgun scramble.
Registration includes a Surge souvenir item, professional massage, barbecue lunch, awards ceremony and raffle entry. The 18 hole registration also includes a buffet lunch.
Proceeds will benefit the Maggi Carlile Memorial Scholarship Fund, Cure Breast Cancer, and the UC Davis School of Medicine's student-run community health clinics for the medically uninsured.
Registration is $90 for nine holes, $180 for 18 holes.
Turkey Creek Golf Club, 1525 Highway 193, Lincoln 95648. 530-757-4121
Sep. 17: FREE ADMISSION! Road repair clinic
Peak Adventures, a program organized by CSUS students, is holding a bike clinic to teach how to repair your bike while out on the road. The 45 minute clinic will teach you how to fix a flat on both front and back tires, and what to pack in a repair kit. They welcome you to bring your bike for hands on learning.
The WELL building in CSUS. 6000 J St. 916-278-6321
Sep. 17: Hike of the Month: Davis Arboretum
Peak Adventures, a program organized by CSUS students, is holding their hike of the month at the UC Davis Arboretum. It will be a short hike through the 100 acre property that features more than 22,000 trees and plants.
$18 for the public. Affiliates get in for $16 and Sac State students with ID join the hike for $12.
916-278-6321
Sep. 18: Basic Rock Climbing class
Peak Adventures that brought Sep. 17 Hike of the Month and the bike repair clinic is offering a basic rock climbing class. It is an all day course to introduce beginners to outdoor rock climbing. Topics covered include: knot tying, belaying, general equipment use and basic climbing techniques. The fees include expert instruction by Peak Adventures climbing staff, transportation and all climbing gear.
$57 for the public, $51 for affiliates. Sac State students with ID get in the class for $40.
There will be a pre-trip meeting on Sep. 15 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Peak Adventures Challenge Center on the CSUS campus between Yosemite Hall and the soccer field.
916-278-6321
ALL ELSE:
Sep. 13: Author David Plouffe to speak
As part of the California Lectures series, author David Plouffe will speak at Crest Theatre. He is considered the chief architect of Barack Obama's campaign, and wrote the book, The Audacity to Win: The Inside Story and Lessons of Barack Obama’s Historic Victory.
$30, student with ID get in for $15.
Lecture preview 6:30-7 p.m. Lecture starts at 7:30 p.m. 1013 K St. 916-737-1300
Sep. 15-19: 47th annual National Championship Air Races & Air Show
If you've got an itch for a day trip, consider heading over to Reno, NV for the world's longest running air race. There will be real air racing among six classes of aircraft. There will be historic airplane displays and aerobatic exhibitions.
Air show performers include the Canadian Forces "Snowbirds," Kent Pietsch, David Martin and Greg Poe.
Tickets are available at Reno Stead Field starting 9/13. Tickets range from $5-$75. For more ticket information, visit their website.
Reno Stead Field. 775-972-6663
Sep. 17: No Reservations: An Evening with Anthony Bourdain
If you're a fan of cooking shows, you likely know who Anthony Bourdain is. He's an author, television host, chef and he's coming to Memorial Auditorium.
Tickets range from $36.50 to $85. The $85 VIP ticket includes a post-show meet and greet and book signing with Bourdain (call for availability).
8 p.m. 1515 J St. 916-808-5181
Sep. 18: FREE ADMISSION! Midtown Bazaar
Join Sacramento Midtownians for the Midtown Bazaar. It's a shopping experience, farmers market, music fest and food fest all in one.
Don't worry if you miss it this week, it's held every Saturday.
8 a.m. to 1 p.m. I St. between 16th and 17th Streets. 916-317-6017
Friday, September 10, 2010
Hurry Up, Buttercup!
The Sacramento Historic City Cemetery will start selling their Lantern Tour tickets on Sep. 13. They typically sell out within a week, so hurry to take advantage of this spooky fund-raising opportunity!
The Lantern Tours will be held Oct. 22, Oct. 23, Oct. 29 and Oct. 30. The tours are the primary fund-raiser for the cemetery which has suffered severe budget cuts and relies heavily on volunteers and "gravely needed" donations.
Bring a flashlight (and brave face) and experience costumed docents telling stories of historic and notable cemetery residents by lantern light. You'll be led into the deep and dark of the cemetery.
For tour information, visit their website.
The Lantern Tours will be held Oct. 22, Oct. 23, Oct. 29 and Oct. 30. The tours are the primary fund-raiser for the cemetery which has suffered severe budget cuts and relies heavily on volunteers and "gravely needed" donations.
Bring a flashlight (and brave face) and experience costumed docents telling stories of historic and notable cemetery residents by lantern light. You'll be led into the deep and dark of the cemetery.
For tour information, visit their website.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Cheer Up, Buttercup! Sep. 6-Sep. 12
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:
Sep. 10-12: FREE ADMISSION! California State Home and Garden Show
Visit the Sacramento Convention Center this weekend for everything related to your home. From insulation to solar power to shutters to gutters, the convention will have everything you could think of to improve your abode. A list of exhibitors is available here.
Parking is $2 on the weekends in the city garage on 17th Street between Capitol and L Streets.
Free street parking on Sunday.
$6 preferred parking at 14th and H Streets.
Hours are Friday from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday is 10 a.m to 7 p.m. and Sunday is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sep. 11: FREE ADMISSION! Summer Block Party
The Washington Neighborhood Center (WNC) presents their summer block party. It will feature carnitas, a barbecue, art, bounce house, vendors and live music by Sabor Latin Jazz. All proceeds will benefit the WNC.
D Street between 15th and 16th Streets. 916-225-8261
Sep. 11: FREE ADMISSION! Fifth annual Midtown Community Festival
Live music, kids' activities, merchandise booths, barbecue and a beer garden will all be set up in front of Rubicon Brewing Company.
The event is free for all, but the beer garden tickets are $20 advance, $25 the day of.
2-7 p.m. 2004 Capitol Ave. 916-448-7032
Sep. 11: FREE ADMISSION! Tour of Sacramento Historic City Cemetery
Go on a guided tour of the historic cemetery to learn more about the history of Sacramento and its citizens. Presented by the Old City Cemetery Committee, the Saturday morning tour of the garden cemetery will be led by retired educator and historian, Bill Mahan.
Donations greatly appreciated.
10 a.m. Main entrance at Broadway and 10th St. 916-448-0811
Sep. 11: Living History: Holding Down the Fort at Sutter's Fort
Visit Sutter's Fort on Saturday to see history come to life as the fort and its actors play out the hardships and everyday life of the time.
Adults 18 and over get in for $6, $4 for children ages 6 to 17. Children 5 and under get in free.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 916-445-4422
Sep. 11-12: California Capital Airshow
Held at Mather Airport. Will have interactive displays, and performances by the F-22 Raptors, Robosaurus, P-38 Lightning Strike, Tim Decker, Michael Goulian, John Klatt, Kent Pietsch and more!
Tickets: Kids 5 and under get in free, kids ages 6 to 12 get in for only $5. Everyone else gets in for $12. The Budweiser Family Package is $40 and includes two adult tickets, up to three children 12 years old and under, a parking pass and commemorative poster.
Just to warn you, parking is $10 per vehicle and they only accept cash. No in and out privileges, but there is free bike parking!
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
MUSIC AND ARTS:
Sep. 7: Kate Gaffney to perform at Torch Club
Fans of Gaffney will be happy to hear that young singer-songwriter will be performing at the Torch Club every first Tuesday during "Kate and Friends: Acoustic Happy Hour." This week, she will be followed by the Lew Fratis Trio at 9 p.m.
5:30-7:30 p.m. 904 15th St. 916-443-2797
Sep. 8: FREE ADMISSION! Nagual Latin Jazz Concert
Check out this week's Wednesday Nooner free music event at CSUS. Visit the University Union Serna Plaza to hear Nagual, who has recently released their second album.
Noon to 1 p.m. 916-278-6997
Sep. 9: FREE ADMISSION! Iron Man 2 screening
Missed Iron Man 2? Like free stuff? Visit CSUS' University Union Serna Plaza for the free outdoor screening of the film. All ages are permitted, and alcohol will not be sold nor permitted.
Parking is free after 6:30 p.m. on Parking Structure III's top floor.
8-10:05 p.m. 916-278-6997
Sep. 10-12: 12th Annual Power to the Peaceful Festival in San Francisco
If you like music, art, yoga and a mix of the three, you'll love the weekend event held at The Fillmore.
Sep. 10 - Pre-party with Michael Franti acoustically performing his new album, "The sound of sunshine." Special guests and C.A.R.E. Global Action Forum will be present. Doors open at 7 p.m.
Sep. 11 - Morning yoga will be available with Nicki Doane Modestini and Sianna Sherman from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Speedway Meadow in Golden Gate Park. Michael Franti will perform with Spearhead, Rebelution, Rupa & The April Fishes, SambaDa, Fort Knox Five and Sellasie. Golden Gate Park. Doors open at 8 p.m. $5 donation required. The after party will have Franti presenting The Rocking Heads.
Sep. 12 - Try the yoga and Brazilian dance workshops with Seane Corn and Rosangela Silvestre. Doors open at 10 a.m. A kids' matinee concert with more Franti and friends, kids' band, face painting, flag making, vendors and more. Doors open at 3 p.m.
SPORTS:
Sep 8: River Cats
The River Cats will play in the Pacific Division First Round Matchup.
Opponent is to be determined.
7:05 p.m.
Sep. 9: River Cats
The River Cats will play in the Pacific Division First Round Matchup.
Opponent is to be determined.
7:05 p.m.
Sep. 11: FREE ADMISSION! 14th Annual Skimfest 2010
If you're braver than the typical skimmer (a book or website skimmer), head over to Paradise Beach near Glenn Hall Park for the Skim Fest. Free to watch, but there are entry fees if you want to compete. $25 for beginners/intermediate skimmers, $35 for advanced. And hey, you get a Skimfest tee for registering. Registration starts at 9 a.m. There will be lots of prizes and cash prizes for the advanced division.
Noon.
Sep. 12: Second Annual Atlas Open Weightlifting Competition
Local athletes will compete in this weightlifting competition put on by the Arden Hills Resort Club and Spa's strength and conditioning instructors. Olympic lifts such as the "Snatch" and the "Clean and Jerk" will be exhibited.
$5 for spectators.
The competition begins at 10:30 a.m. 1220 Arden Hills Lane. 916-955-1586
ALL ELSE:
Sep. 9: Thursday Night Jazz and Wine
The Arden Hills Resort Club and Spa will host their Thursday Night Jazz and Wine event in their Mangos Lounge.
6-9 p.m. 1220 Arden Hills Lane. 916-482-6111
Sep. 11: FREE ADMISSION! Midtown Bazaar
Join Sacramento Midtownians for the Midtown Bazaar. It's a shopping experience, farmers market, music fest and food fest all in one.
Don't worry if you miss it this week, it's held every Saturday.
8 a.m. to 1 p.m. I St. between 16th and 17th Streets. 916-317-6017
Sep. 11-12: American Cancer Society's Relay for Life of Orangevale
Camp out at Louis Pasteur Middle School in Orangevale for the Relay for Life event from 10 a.m. Saturday to 10 a.m. Sunday. Teams are organized to compete in the relay benefiting the American Cancer Society, honoring cancer survivors and paying tribute to lives lost. The relay is divided into four events: a "Celebrate" ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, survivor's lap at 10:30 a.m., a "Remember" ceremony at 9 p.m. and finally a "Fight Back" ceremony at 9:30 a.m. Sunday.
Contact orangevalerelay@aol.com for more information.
Sep. 11: 16th annual California Brewers Festival
There will be more than 150 microbrews by more than 60 brewers from all over the country, plus a few international participants. For a list of brewers, visit here. The event is presented by the Rotary Club of Point West. There will be two live bands, Mexican food and southern food.
Advanced tickets are $28, day of is $35. For more ticket information, visit here. No pets allowed.
Gates open at 12:30 p.m. Event is 1-5 p.m. but the last pour is 4:45 p.m.
Discovery Park. Contact e-mail: Mike.cendro@jan-pro.com
Sep. 11-12: De Vere's Guinness Beer Brunch
Head over to De Vere's Irish Pub for a beer filled brunch. Buy a 20 ounce pint of Guinness for $9 and get refills for $5.
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 1521 L St.
Sep. 12: Sacramento Antique Faire
Approximately 300 vendors from all over California and Oregon come to Sacramento for the Antique Faire every second Saturday. Browse through furniture, textiles, housewares, architectural pieces, clothes, jewelry, garden accessories, rugs and other collectibles. If your hunger should arise, take a break to enjoy caramel corn, coffee, pastries, juice, kabobs, french fries, tamales and more.
$3. Children under 16 get in free. Parking is free.
6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 21st Street between W and X Streets.
FAMILY AND PETS:
Sep. 10-12: FREE ADMISSION! California State Home and Garden Show
Visit the Sacramento Convention Center this weekend for everything related to your home. From insulation to solar power to shutters to gutters, the convention will have everything you could think of to improve your abode. A list of exhibitors is available here.
Parking is $2 on the weekends in the city garage on 17th Street between Capitol and L Streets.
Free street parking on Sunday.
$6 preferred parking at 14th and H Streets.
Hours are Friday from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday is 10 a.m to 7 p.m. and Sunday is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sep. 11: FREE ADMISSION! Summer Block Party
The Washington Neighborhood Center (WNC) presents their summer block party. It will feature carnitas, a barbecue, art, bounce house, vendors and live music by Sabor Latin Jazz. All proceeds will benefit the WNC.
D Street between 15th and 16th Streets. 916-225-8261
Sep. 11: FREE ADMISSION! Fifth annual Midtown Community Festival
Live music, kids' activities, merchandise booths, barbecue and a beer garden will all be set up in front of Rubicon Brewing Company.
The event is free for all, but the beer garden tickets are $20 advance, $25 the day of.
2-7 p.m. 2004 Capitol Ave. 916-448-7032
Sep. 11: FREE ADMISSION! Tour of Sacramento Historic City Cemetery
Go on a guided tour of the historic cemetery to learn more about the history of Sacramento and its citizens. Presented by the Old City Cemetery Committee, the Saturday morning tour of the garden cemetery will be led by retired educator and historian, Bill Mahan.
Donations greatly appreciated.
10 a.m. Main entrance at Broadway and 10th St. 916-448-0811
Sep. 11: Living History: Holding Down the Fort at Sutter's Fort
Visit Sutter's Fort on Saturday to see history come to life as the fort and its actors play out the hardships and everyday life of the time.
Adults 18 and over get in for $6, $4 for children ages 6 to 17. Children 5 and under get in free.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 916-445-4422
Sep. 11-12: California Capital Airshow
Held at Mather Airport. Will have interactive displays, and performances by the F-22 Raptors, Robosaurus, P-38 Lightning Strike, Tim Decker, Michael Goulian, John Klatt, Kent Pietsch and more!
Tickets: Kids 5 and under get in free, kids ages 6 to 12 get in for only $5. Everyone else gets in for $12. The Budweiser Family Package is $40 and includes two adult tickets, up to three children 12 years old and under, a parking pass and commemorative poster.
Just to warn you, parking is $10 per vehicle and they only accept cash. No in and out privileges, but there is free bike parking!
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
MUSIC AND ARTS:
Sep. 7: Kate Gaffney to perform at Torch Club
Fans of Gaffney will be happy to hear that young singer-songwriter will be performing at the Torch Club every first Tuesday during "Kate and Friends: Acoustic Happy Hour." This week, she will be followed by the Lew Fratis Trio at 9 p.m.
5:30-7:30 p.m. 904 15th St. 916-443-2797
Sep. 8: FREE ADMISSION! Nagual Latin Jazz Concert
Check out this week's Wednesday Nooner free music event at CSUS. Visit the University Union Serna Plaza to hear Nagual, who has recently released their second album.
Noon to 1 p.m. 916-278-6997
Sep. 9: FREE ADMISSION! Iron Man 2 screening
Missed Iron Man 2? Like free stuff? Visit CSUS' University Union Serna Plaza for the free outdoor screening of the film. All ages are permitted, and alcohol will not be sold nor permitted.
Parking is free after 6:30 p.m. on Parking Structure III's top floor.
8-10:05 p.m. 916-278-6997
Sep. 10-12: 12th Annual Power to the Peaceful Festival in San Francisco
If you like music, art, yoga and a mix of the three, you'll love the weekend event held at The Fillmore.
Sep. 10 - Pre-party with Michael Franti acoustically performing his new album, "The sound of sunshine." Special guests and C.A.R.E. Global Action Forum will be present. Doors open at 7 p.m.
Sep. 11 - Morning yoga will be available with Nicki Doane Modestini and Sianna Sherman from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Speedway Meadow in Golden Gate Park. Michael Franti will perform with Spearhead, Rebelution, Rupa & The April Fishes, SambaDa, Fort Knox Five and Sellasie. Golden Gate Park. Doors open at 8 p.m. $5 donation required. The after party will have Franti presenting The Rocking Heads.
Sep. 12 - Try the yoga and Brazilian dance workshops with Seane Corn and Rosangela Silvestre. Doors open at 10 a.m. A kids' matinee concert with more Franti and friends, kids' band, face painting, flag making, vendors and more. Doors open at 3 p.m.
SPORTS:
Sep 8: River Cats
The River Cats will play in the Pacific Division First Round Matchup.
Opponent is to be determined.
7:05 p.m.
Sep. 9: River Cats
The River Cats will play in the Pacific Division First Round Matchup.
Opponent is to be determined.
7:05 p.m.
Sep. 11: FREE ADMISSION! 14th Annual Skimfest 2010
If you're braver than the typical skimmer (a book or website skimmer), head over to Paradise Beach near Glenn Hall Park for the Skim Fest. Free to watch, but there are entry fees if you want to compete. $25 for beginners/intermediate skimmers, $35 for advanced. And hey, you get a Skimfest tee for registering. Registration starts at 9 a.m. There will be lots of prizes and cash prizes for the advanced division.
Noon.
Sep. 12: Second Annual Atlas Open Weightlifting Competition
Local athletes will compete in this weightlifting competition put on by the Arden Hills Resort Club and Spa's strength and conditioning instructors. Olympic lifts such as the "Snatch" and the "Clean and Jerk" will be exhibited.
$5 for spectators.
The competition begins at 10:30 a.m. 1220 Arden Hills Lane. 916-955-1586
ALL ELSE:
Sep. 9: Thursday Night Jazz and Wine
The Arden Hills Resort Club and Spa will host their Thursday Night Jazz and Wine event in their Mangos Lounge.
6-9 p.m. 1220 Arden Hills Lane. 916-482-6111
Sep. 11: FREE ADMISSION! Midtown Bazaar
Join Sacramento Midtownians for the Midtown Bazaar. It's a shopping experience, farmers market, music fest and food fest all in one.
Don't worry if you miss it this week, it's held every Saturday.
8 a.m. to 1 p.m. I St. between 16th and 17th Streets. 916-317-6017
Sep. 11-12: American Cancer Society's Relay for Life of Orangevale
Camp out at Louis Pasteur Middle School in Orangevale for the Relay for Life event from 10 a.m. Saturday to 10 a.m. Sunday. Teams are organized to compete in the relay benefiting the American Cancer Society, honoring cancer survivors and paying tribute to lives lost. The relay is divided into four events: a "Celebrate" ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, survivor's lap at 10:30 a.m., a "Remember" ceremony at 9 p.m. and finally a "Fight Back" ceremony at 9:30 a.m. Sunday.
Contact orangevalerelay@aol.com for more information.
Sep. 11: 16th annual California Brewers Festival
There will be more than 150 microbrews by more than 60 brewers from all over the country, plus a few international participants. For a list of brewers, visit here. The event is presented by the Rotary Club of Point West. There will be two live bands, Mexican food and southern food.
Advanced tickets are $28, day of is $35. For more ticket information, visit here. No pets allowed.
Gates open at 12:30 p.m. Event is 1-5 p.m. but the last pour is 4:45 p.m.
Discovery Park. Contact e-mail: Mike.cendro@jan-pro.com
Sep. 11-12: De Vere's Guinness Beer Brunch
Head over to De Vere's Irish Pub for a beer filled brunch. Buy a 20 ounce pint of Guinness for $9 and get refills for $5.
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 1521 L St.
Sep. 12: Sacramento Antique Faire
Approximately 300 vendors from all over California and Oregon come to Sacramento for the Antique Faire every second Saturday. Browse through furniture, textiles, housewares, architectural pieces, clothes, jewelry, garden accessories, rugs and other collectibles. If your hunger should arise, take a break to enjoy caramel corn, coffee, pastries, juice, kabobs, french fries, tamales and more.
$3. Children under 16 get in free. Parking is free.
6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 21st Street between W and X Streets.
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