Sunday, November 14, 2010

Cheer Up, Buttercup! Nov. 15-Nov. 21

The holiday season is peeking around the corner, making sure you're preparing. Fortunately, there are numerous things to do to take your mind off whether or not to make the stuffing from scratch or what stores are having sales within hours after the feast. So cheer up, buttercup! This week has tons of events to look forward to.

FAMILY AND PETS
Nov. 17: Wee Wednesday at the Crocker Art Museum
Children ages 3 to 5 will enjoy this "gallery-based play date."
Free with museum admission. Advance registration is required. Adults get in for $10. Seniors and college students (with student ID) get in for $8. Children ages 7 to 17 get in for $5. Children ages 6 and younger get in for free.
11 a.m. 216 O St. 916-808-7000

Nov. 18: Yo Gabba Gabba Live
DJ Lance Rock, Muno, Foofa, Toodee, Brobee, and Plex are coming to Memorial Auditorium for a show that will keep your little ones hopping (literally). Hip-hop legend Biz Markie will be featured. The group is on their "Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! There's a party in my city!" tour. Even the title will get your kids dancing.
Healthy food and beverages will be available for the whole family.
$1 per ticket sold will support our local Habitat for Humanity affiliate.
Only infants under a year old get in free. Tickets range from $26 to $46. For more ticket information, visit Tickets.com.
3 p.m. and 7 p.m. showings. 1515 J St. 916-808-5291

Nov. 19-21: Sacramento Harvest Festival
Early holiday arts and crafts shopping is available for a full weekend through the Sacramento Harvest Festival. Find a great gift in all the jewelry, original art, clothing, toys, pottery, specialty foods and home decor. The show has partnered with Sacramento's Big Brothers Big Sisters to be its official charity. The organization will receive all proceeds from the sales of shopping bags and parcel check.
There will be live musicians, puppeteers and strolling performers. The festival will also have a Kidzone.
Children ages 12 and younger get in free. Children ages 13 to 17 get in for $4. Seniors get in for $7. Adult admission is $9. For tickets, visit here.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd. 415-447-3205

The Lutheran Church of the Resurrection is hosting the holiday craft faire featuring handmade items, specialty food and unique gifts.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 6365 Douglas Blvd., Granite Bay. 916-791-4661

Nov. 20: Candlelight Tours of Sutter's Fort
Experience an evening of living history by candlelight at Sutter's Fort. The tour will offer glimpses into the private lives of those who called Sutter's Fort home and lived through success and tragedy.
Refreshments will be served at the end of the tour served in a complimentary period-style tin cup.
The tour is rated PG-13.
$16.99. For tickets and further information about the tour, visit here.
6:40-8 p.m. 2701 L St. 916-323-7626

Nov. 20-21: "Gobble-Gobble!" Thanksgiving Activities
Appreciate the turkey with crafts before your taste buds. The Discovery Museum Science and Space Center will hold a Thanksgiving activity weekend.
The whole family can learn about both wild and domesticated turkeys. Children 12 and younger can have turkey craft fun. All visitors can enjoy the Turkey Trot Scavenger Hunt.
Children 3 and younger get in free. Ages 4 to 12 get in for $4. Teens 13 to 17 and seniors get in for $5. Adults get in for $6.
12:30-4 p.m. 3615 Auburn Blvd. 916-808-3942


MUSIC AND ARTS
Nov. 17: Simon and Garfunkel Retrospective
The tribute to Simon and Garfunkel's music has been performed by AJ Swearingen and Jonathan Beedle for more than a decade.
$20. Must be 21 or older.
7:30 p.m. Harlow's, 2708 J St. 916-441-4693

Nov. 18: Zion I Performs
Zion I will be at CSUS' University Union Ballroom for a live performance. The Hold Up and Random Abiladeze with ZuhG will also perform. 
Alcohol will not be sold or permitted at the venue. All ages permitted.
CSUS students get in for $5 with student ID. General admission is $10.  
Parking is free after 6:30 p.m. on the top floor of Parking Structure 3.
7:30-10 p.m. 6000 J St. 916-278-6997

Nov. 19-21: 24th Annual West Coast Ragtime Festival
Try out ragtime in Sacramento. The Ragtime Festival has been held in Sacramento since 1997. This year will feature six indoor venues to enjoy this traditional American music.
For ticket information, visit here.
Friday noon to 11 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Red Lion Hotel, 1401 Arden Way. 866-724-9273

Nov. 20: The Rolling Stones Concert Experience
This rock tribute to the Rolling Stones is performed by the Unauthorized Rolling Stones. 
$38.
8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Crest Theatre, 1013 K St. 916-442-7378

Nov. 20: Center for Contemporary Art Benefit Art Auction
More than 100 pieces of art will be up for auction, and proceeds will go to the Center for Contemporary Art, Sacramento.
$25.
6-8:30 p.m. 1519 19th St. 916-498-9811

Nov 21: Capital Jazz Project Presents "Americanvas"
The non-profit educational jazz ensemble presents the jazz concert, "Americanvas" of Joe Gilman's new CD.
$10.
5 p.m. JB's Lounge at the Red Lion Inn, 1401 Arden Way. 916-723-5517 ext. 3

Nov. 21: FREE ADMISSION! Sacramento Living Library: Jeffrey Callison and David Watts Barton
Callison will be in conversation with Barton for Time Tested Books' Living Library series.
7 p.m. 1114 21st St. 916-447-5696

Nov. 21: Back to Basics Photography Workshop
If you're interested in photography but don't know where to start, visit Beatnik Studios for their basics photography workshop. Know all there is to know as a beginner, and learn what all those buttons on your camera do. Taught by Wes Davis and Lindsay Calmettes. Hit the streets with the Beatniks for hands on learning.
$75, includes food and drinks.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 2421 17th St. 916-443-5808


SPORTS AND OUTDOORS
Nov. 17: Kings vs. New York Knicks
Catch the Sac Kings play the New York Knicks.
Tickets start at $15. Parking is $12.
7 p.m. Arco Arena, 1 Sports Parkway. 916-928-6900

Nov. 19-21: Give Thanks Yoga Festival
In time for the Thanksgiving holiday is the yoga festival that supports the spirit of giving and gratitude. Participants are asked to contribute to a food drive. Gifts will be donated to St. John's Lutheran Church. Wade Morissette, Scott Emerich, Tyler Langdale and Ryan Bailey will lead classes.
Individual classes are $30. Buy a weekend pass for $125.
Yoga Shala, 1122 17th St. Contact e-mail is yogashalasac@gmail.com.

Nov. 20: FREE ADMISSION! Autumn Color Garden Tour
Roam through the Sacramento Historic City Cemetery and see the beauty of Autumn colors in the historic site. The tour will be led by Lifetime Master Gardener Anita Clevenger.
Donations are welcome. Visitors can park across the street from the 10th Street entrance.
10 a.m. Main gate at 10th Street and Broadway, 1000 Broadway. 916-448-0811

Nov. 20-21: Sacramento Ski and Snowboard Show
Ski Dazzle's ninth annual show and sale is just in time to get ready for the winter sport season.
Children 12 and younger get in free. Adults get in for $15. Free lift ticket with adult ticket purchase valid at participating Lake Tahoe or Central Sierra resort.
Saturday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cal Expo Building A/B. 1600 Exposition Blvd.

Nov. 21: Tweed Ride: A Slow Cycle Adventure
Back to the days of single gears, swell clothing and a leisurely pace. Enjoy a casual bike ride under fall foliage. Suggested attire includes tweed, tartan, plaid, lace, top hats, argyle, wool, vests, knickers, bowties, suspenders, moustaches and generally anything that adds a smile to your face that day.
For a map of the route, visit here.
There will be a pre-ride power breakfast at Kupros Cafe (1217 21st St.) at 9 a.m., a gathering at the Bike Kitchen (1915 I St.) from 10:30-11 a.m. The ride will pedal off at 11 a.m.


FOOD AND DINING
To learn distinctions between cheeses, ideal combinations and perfect wine partners, attend this course led by Roxanne O'Brien. O'Brien is a chef, caterer and instructor in Culinary Arts at American River College. Learn great accompaniments and how to make a beautiful presentation. 
6:30-8:30 p.m. L Street Lofts, 1818 L St. 916-761-7674

Ten22's weekly Tasting Thursdays features chef's favorites this week. There will be a tasting of Bud Light for those who have never dared such a brew, Sierra Nevada Pale Ale and Lost Coast Brewery Great White. The tasting will be paired with cured pork charcuterie. 
5:30-6:30 p.m. 1022 Second St. 916-441-2211

The Napa Valley Wine Train will host a gum shoe themed murder mystery dinner.
5:50-10 p.m. 1275 McKinstry St., Napa. 800-427-4124


The Sacramento Press is holding its final workshop of the year. It will be taught by Clare Noonan who has been a copy editor for The Sacramento Press. Noonan has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Kentucky, has worked at The Modesto Bee and The Sacramento Bee.
Space is limited, so RSVP to workshops@sacramentopress.com.
6:30-8 p.m. 431 I St., Suite 107

Nov. 17: FREE ADMISSION! Social Media for Small Business: A Crash Course
Businesses interested in using social media may benefit from this crash course held by the Sacramento Social Media Club. Hear case studies three area small businesses to understand limitations, challenges and opportunities. Learn about using Facebook, Twitter and Foursquare.
If you can't make it, the event will be streaming live starting at 7 p.m. on Ustream.
Space is limited to 50, so register here. There will be complimentary food and drinks. Donations of $10 are requested.
6:30-8:30 p.m. The Sacramento Press, 431 I St., Suite 107

Nov. 18: Girls Night Out
The Citizen Hotel is hosting "Girls Night Out" featuring champagne, appetizers and holiday shopping. Support local businesses this holiday season. Vendors include Asha Yoga, Amithyst Boutique Salon, Babycakes Bakery, Citizen Weddings, Creative Memories, Gigi Hill Bags, Jen Stewart Photography, Kat's Country Fudge, Luxe Salon and Spa and more.
$15. A portion of proceeds will go to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
6:30-9 p.m. 926 J St. 916-447-2700

Nov. 19: Fashion Gives Back: A Benefit Fashion Show
"Fashion gives back" benefits Capitol City AIDS Fund and is the launch party of Sister Brother, Sacramento style experts. The event will be hosted by Christopher Collins of Lifetime's "Project Runway."
Advance tickets are $35. $45 at the door. Must be 21 or older.
8 p.m. to 12 a.m. The show begins at 9 p.m. Lounge ON20, 1050 20th St.

Nov. 20: 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.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. I Street between 16th and 17th Streets. 916-317-6017

Nov. 20: Masquerade Gala Benefit for Sacramento Artists Council, Inc.
The inaugural event features a black tie dinner, string trio, fashion show and art auction. Grab your cocktail dress or tux and enjoy beverages from Sudwerk and Railbridge Cellars. Desserts from Babycakes Bakery will top off a surprise dinner.
Art sales will benefit the artists (80%) and the Sacramento Artists Council, Inc. (20%).
$45. The event is limited to 100 guests.
4-10 p.m. For a schedule of events, visit here. Sacramento Arts Complex, 2110 K St. 916-716-2319
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