Friday, January 28, 2011

Get Your Pet Spayed (or Neutered) on Spay Day 2011

The Sacramento Area Animal Coalition has organized Spay Day 2011, which offers discounted spay and neutering services for cats and dogs.
For only $15 for cats and $20 for dogs, the package includes surgery, vaccination, microchip identification with registration and flea prevention.
The surgeries are tentatively scheduled for Sunday, Mar. 6. They will take place at participating veterinary clinics in Sacramento and Yolo Counties so you can find a vet near you!

Appointments are required, so go online to www.sacanimal.org and fill out the application. Local libraries offer internet access to those without internet or computers.

To qualify, applicants must have an annual household income of $35,000 or less. Proof of income will be required. Receive instructions on what type of proof is needed when completing the online application. Cash payment is needed at the time of appointment. There is a limit of two pets per household, cats and dogs only. The program is no longer accepting applications for small dogs (25 lbs. or less) as the slots have been filled, but visit here for more options for small dogs.

Help your pet, help the animal population and keep your pet healthy with Spay Day 2011.
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Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Inching Around

Every week I'll be posting photos and a bit of information from an event I attended off that week's Cheer Up Buttercup posting or from a venture I took while inching around the Sacramento area.

This week, I attended the Jan. 25 Kings game against the Charlotte Bobcats which was also Latin Heritage Night. It was great to see Arco nearly full of people and in anticipation of another win (after beating the Portland Trail Blazers 96-81 the night before). Carl Landry and Tyreke Evans racked up 19 points each. Jason Thompson followed closely by scoring 14 points. The Kings managed to keep the score pretty close throughout, but they were defeated in the end 94-89.
For a postgame video of the game, visit the Kings' Web site. For a postgame summary, visit here.


Above: DeMarcus Cousins shooting

Above: Half-time performance

Above: Tyreke Evans on the free-throw line
Photos by Agnus-Dei Farrant
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Monday, January 24, 2011

Cheer Up, Buttercup! Jan. 24-Jan. 30


This week is major! Get your kids out and about, catch a Kings game, see a ton of local musicians or dive into a crab feed! It may be a little chilly but the sun has been out and shining. Add some more oomph to your week, and have fun!

FAMILY AND PETS
Bring your kids to Crocker for a museum-based play date. It's great for children ages 3-5, and is free with admission.
11 a.m. Sign up at the admission desk at 10 a.m.
Adults get in for $10. Seniors and college students get in for $8. Youth ages 7-17 get in for $5. Children 6 and younger get in free.
216 O St. 916-808-7000

Honor the seven Challenger astronauts on the 25th anniversary of the shuttle tragedy at the Discovery Museum Science and Space Center. Meet local flight directors and learn about the Challenger Learning Center's mission.
Adult admission is $6. Seniors and teenagers (ages 13-17) get in for $5. Children ages 4-12 get in for $4. Children ages 3 and younger get in free.
12:30-4 p.m. 3615 Auburn Blvd. 916-808-3942

Ready for your nuptials with the "best little bridal show."
For a list of vendors, visit here.
2-6 p.m. Holiday Inn Express and Suites, 9175 West Stockton Blvd., Elk Grove. 916-470-7437


ARTS
Join the Sacramento Poetry Center for a night of poetry reading with James Maughn and Judy Halebsky. Maughn is the poetry co-editor of Ping Pong, resides in Santa Cruz and has released two books: Kata and The Arakaki Permutations.
Halebsky is a contributing editor and translator for the bilingual poetry journal, Eki Mae. Her poems have been published in Runes, Five Fingers Review and Ping Pong.
7:30 p.m. Crossroads for the Arts, 1719 25th St.

If you enjoy knitting, crocheting and needlepoint, bring your creations to the Franklin Community Library. Work on your craft, enjoy treats and talk about your hobby. All levels are welcome.
6:30-7:30 p.m. 10055 Franklin High Rd., Elk Grove. 916-264-2700

Handler is the author of The Basic Eight, Watch Your Mouth and Adverbs. He is the author of a series of works, A Series of Unfortunate Events under the name Lemony Snicket.
Admission is $25-$49. Students get in for $12.50-$24.50.
8 p.m. Mondavi Center, One Shields Ave., Davis. 866-754-2787

Visit the Punchline Comedy Club to see comedian Lavell Crawford perform.
Must be 18 or older. Two drink minimum per person. $20-$25.
Showings range form 8-10 p.m.
2100 Arden Way, Suite 225. 916-925-5500

Enjoy a night of fashion and refreshments for Effie Yeaw Nature Center. Presented by Katia's Collections.
$25 admission. 6 p.m. 5619 H St. RSVP at 916-489-4918

Watch the shenanigans between Robert Downey, Jr. and Zach Galifianakis during the free screening of "Due Date" at Sac State. Sponsored by University Union's UNIQUE Programs.
Rated R, all ages permitted. Alcohol will not be sold or permitted.
FREE ADMISSION! 7:30-9:05 p.m. University Union Ballroom. 916-278-6997

Experience Movies on a Big Screen at the Crocker! Movies on a Big Screen will present "Hausu;" a 1977 film about a schoolgirl who travels to her aunt's country home and encounters evil spirits, deadly pianos and a demonic house cat.
Unrated, so guests younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
$10 admission, $6 for Crocker members.
7 p.m. 216 O St. 916-808-7000

Catch comedians D'Sean Ross and E. Clark at Laughs Unlimited.
Showings Thurs.-Fri. at 8 p.m. Extra showing at 10:30 p.m. on Fri.
1207 Front St. 916-446-5905

Catch comedian Jesse Fernandez host Mortal Komedy at Sacramento Comedy Spot. Two comedians will go head-to-head to compete for a spot in the opening stand-up set this month.
9 p.m. Doors open at 8:50 p.m.
$8. 1050 20th St. 916-444-3137

Arts writer Mark Van Proyen will lead a discussion with Helnwein at the Crocker. Helnwein will talk about his processes and inspiration.
Reservations required. $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers.
2 p.m. 216 O St. 916-808-7000

The Laugh for Peace Fundraiser will be presented by PEACE for Families, and hosted by Patrick Jaye. Steph Sanders, E. Clark, Mickey Gordon and Insane Wayne will perform. Bring a new household item or cleaning supply and receive $10 off admission.
8 p.m., 10:30 p.m. Laughs Unlimited, 1207 Front St. 916-446-5905

The Knee Jerk Comedy Hour is described as a "verbal caption contest of sorts, where potentially humorous people fulfill their full comedic verbal potential, potentially." There will be both a winner and loser. 
6:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:15 p.m.
FREE ADMISSION! 1050 20th St. 916-444-3137 

Catch a screening of "An Italian Straw Hat," a 1928 French silent film. The film will have live music performed by 12 musicians from Sacramento Philharmonic Orchestra. There will even be an accordionist!
$30. Crest Theatre, 1013 K St. 800-225-2277

MOMIX is composed of dancer-illusionists, directed by Moses Pendleton. Their latest work, "Botanica," illustrates the changing of the four seasons with a mix of athletic dance, costumes and music.
8 p.m. Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. $25-$49 for admission. $12.50-$24.50 for students.
UC Davis, One Shields Ave., Davis. 866-754-2787

Soprano Donna Helmich-Agnello will perform a variety of works from Bach's Magnificat. Violinist Michelle Xioa You will perform a selection of work including Song of India and Zapateada by Sarasate. Forty watercolor paintings from the American Watercolor Society International Traveling Exhibition will be on display. 
$50. 8 p.m. on Sat., 4 p.m. on Sun. 5330-B Gibbons Dr., Carmichael. 916-971-3713

Movies on a Big Screen will present a screening of "Scrappers." Co-Director Ben Kolak will be there for a Q&A session. The film follows two Chicago families as they scrap to survive.
$5. 7 p.m. The Guild, 2828 35th St.


MUSIC
This week's Wires & Wood at Marilyn's will feature Le Hot Club de Carmichael. Must be 21 or older.
FREE ADMISSION! 8 p.m. 908 K St. 916-446-4361

Anima Fracture and Mark Wears Clogs will perform at Marilyn's on K. Must be 21 or older.
$5. 9 p.m. 908 K St. 916-446-4361

Acoustic rock and soul band The Zoo Human Project will perform at Sac State during UNIQUE Program's Wednesday Nooner series.
FREE ADMISSION! 12-12:45 p.m. All ages permitted, no alcohol will be sold or permitted.
University Union Redwood Room. 916-278-6997

Jan. 26: Midnite Live
Midnite will perform at Harlow's. His music is described as Roots Reggae. Must be 21 or older.
$22. 10 p.m. 2708 J St. 916-441-4693

South of Sunshine and Get Shot will perform at Naked Lounge.
$5 cover. 8:30 p.m. 1111 H St. 916-443-1927

Jan. 27: Deerhoof Live
Deerhoof will perform at Harlow's. Must be 21 or older.
$12. 10 p.m. 2708 J St. 916-441-4693

Tanya Morgan, Addict Merchants, Tais and DJs Slugworth Chocolate will perform at Blue Lamp Lounge. Admission price to be determined. Must be 21 or older.
9-11:30 p.m. 1400 Alhambra Blvd. 916-455-3400

Jan. 27: RJD2 Live
RJD2 is coming back to Sacramento (since first performing at Crocker's Neo-Crocker party in Aug.)! Catch them live (and for pretty darn cheap) at UC Davis' Freeborn Hall. 
$25 general admission. 8 p.m. One Shields Ave., Davis. 530-752-1915

Tiger's Blood, Eight Four Seven and I'm Dirty Too will perform at Blue Lamp Lounge. Must be 21 or older.
$8. 9 p.m. 1400 Alhambra Blvd. 916-455-3400

Tom Rigney and Flambeau will perform at Harlow's. Must be 21 or older.
$15. 7:30 p.m. 2708 J St. 916-441-4693

The Meantime and Little Black Bats will perform at Naked Lounge.
$5. 8:30 p.m. 1111 H St. 916-443-1927

Walking Spanish will perform at Marilyn's on K. Must be 21 or older.
$10. 9 p.m. 908 K St. 916-446-4361

Jan. 28: Goapele Live
Goapele will perform at Harlow's. Must be 21 or older.
$20. 10 p.m. 2708 J St. 916-441-4693

Black Mackerel, Bloodshot & Dilated, MDL and Drawing of the Three will perform at Blue Lamp Lounge. Must be 21 or older.
$8. 9-10 p.m. 1400 Alhambra Blvd. 916-455-3400

Jan. 29: Still Time Live
Still Time will perform at Harlow's. Must be 21 or older.
$10. 10 p.m. 2708 J St. 916-441-4693

The Isaac Howl, Skyway View and Odame will perform at Naked Lounge.
$5. 8:30 p.m. 1111 H St. 916-443-1927

Tres Hombres, a ZZ Top tribute band, will perform at Marilyn's on K. Tres Hombres is a three-piece band from Washington. Must be 21 or older.
$7. 8 p.m. 908 K St. 916-446-4361

Classical pianist Dinnerstein and singer Merritt will perform at UC Davis' Mondavi Center.
8 p.m. Sat., and 2 p.m. on Sun.
$35 general admission. $17.50 for students. One Shields Ave. 866-754-2787

The Walden Chamber Players will perform works by Mozart, Halvorssen, Beethoven, Bach and Handel at Crocker Art Museum. The group consists of violinist Yehonatan Berick, cellist Ashima Scripp and violist Christof Huebner.
$6 for Crocker members, $12 for nonmembers.
3 p.m. 216 O St. 916-808-1182

Grammy Award-winning Gaither will perform Christian music with his group, The Gaither Vocal Band.
3 p.m. Tickets range from $22-$82. Doors open at 2 p.m. Parking tolls will open at 1 p.m.
Parking costs $12 per car. One Sports Parkway. 916-928-6900


SPORTS AND OUTDOORS
The Kings will play the Charlotte Bobcats. Remember $10 for parking.
Tickets start at $15.
7 p.m. One Sports Parkway. 916-928-6900

The Kings will play the New Orleans Hornets. Parking is $10 per car.
Tickets start at $15. 
7 p.m. One Sports Parkway. 916-928-6900

Learn more about owls and meet a resident Effie Yeaw owl during this informative visit.
Learn about owls' activity, what an owl pellet is, if they can turn their heads all the way around and more!
Parking is $5 per car.
FREE ADMISSION! 10:30 a.m. 2850 San Lorenzo Way, Carmichael. 916-489-4918

Try out this yoga workshop, Empower Vinyasa Flow, with instructor Destiny Goldsberry.
Pre-registration is required.
$30. 1-3 p.m. 7225 Lincoln Ave., Carmichael. Register at 916-944-8505

It's never too late to learn something new, and why not try out skiing and snowboarding before the season's over? Sac State's Peak Adventures can teach you during a day trip to Boreal Ski Resort. The trip fee includes transportation to Boreal, a lift ticket, equipment, guides and beginning lessons. Just bring your lunch.
$80 for Sac State students, $114 for the public. A pre-trip meeting will be held Jan. 25 form 6-7 p.m.
916-278-6321


FOOD AND DINING
Experience the Arden Hills Resort Club and Spa's annual crab feed. Enjoy the season's crab, clam chowder, tossed crab salad and more. Bring your children for a special kids' mac n' cheese dinner.
$60 for adults, $30 for children ages 11 and younger.
6:30-10 p.m. 1220 Arden Hills Lane. 916-482-6111

Jan. 29: VegFest 2011
Be a part of a raw, vegan and vegetarian celebration. There will be free food tastings, inspiring recipes, information tables and a tasting competition.
FREE ADMISSION! All ages welcome. 12-4 p.m. The Artisan, 1901 Del Paso Blvd. 916-923-6200

Celebrate the 23rd annual Winter Wine and Food Fest and support the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Sacramento. The event will be held at the Sacramento Convention Center. There will be food and wine tastings, a silent auction, live auction and live music.
$85 per person, $185 for VIP tickets per person. 5-10 p.m. 1400 J St. 916-437-0206

Enjoy the 2011 crab season, shrimp, clam chowder, salad, pasta and more at the College Greens Swim and Racquet Club. A raffle and auction will be held after dinner.
$45 at the door. $40 per person in advance, $75 per couple.
6:30 p.m. 2707 Notre Dame Dr. 916-383-9920

Sample straight from the barrel, enjoy light food pairings, try bottled varietals, see demonstrations and enjoy sales all across El Dorado Wine Country. Twenty-six wineries will participate in this wine tasting weekend. For a list of events at the wineries, visit here.
$10 for designated drivers, $25 for a weekend pass or $20 for Sunday only.
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 800-306-3956


ALL ELSE
Head to the Kampala Center at the Sacramento Zoo for - this may surprise you - the Estate Planning Safari! The seminar will be led by attorney Mark S. Drobny. He is a California State Bar Certified Legal Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law. Some topics to look forward to are: living trusts versus wills, how to avoid probate, charitable gift annuities and answering the question of who needs durable powers of attorney for financial management and advance health care directives.
Seating is limited so call for a reservation.
FREE SEMINAR! 1-2:30 p.m. Land Park Dr. and 16th Ave. 916-808-3713

Find all you need for revamping your home and landscape at Cal Expo this weekend. This event will open the doors to building, remodeling or redecorating your space with exhibitors, seminars and showcases. 
Friday open 12-7 p.m. Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 
Adult admission is $7. Children 12 and younger get in free. Seniors ages 60 and older get in for $2 on Friday. Parking costs $10. 
1600 Exposition Blvd. 916-443-4961

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.
FREE ADMISSION! 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. I Street between 16th and 17th Streets. 916-317-6017
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