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A powerful new exhibit debuts Thursday at the California Museum in Sacramento. Presented in English and Spanish, “Help Wanted/Leave Now” explores how generations of Mexican farmworkers and miners sustained U.S. industry, only to face mass expulsion. It runs through early next year. This event was featured on the PBS KVIE News Minute. Follow PBS KVIE […]
Free – $10
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2 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: To paraphrase the classic Wu-Tang Clan song, “C.R.E.A.M” — Clarksburg Rules Everything Around Me. With support from the crew at Twelves Wax record shop in Oak Park, Husick’s By Forester recently launched the hip-hop weekly Wu-Sick’s Wednesdays. Chow down on eats from chef Matt Brown while throwing your hands in […]
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Sacramento's biggest music festival kicks off next weekend. Aftershock takes over Discovery Park from Thursday to Sunday. My Chemical Romance, Limp Bizkit, and TOOL all headline, alongside more than 140 bands across five stages. Official camping returns this year at Cal Expo, with shuttles to the festival. This event was featured on the PBS KVIE […]
$252 – $963
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Spooky season is here, so let’s get to some shopping. One prime place to start is Woodland’s Haunted Bazaar on Oct. 3 (Saturday), where Main Street between College and 2nd streets will be filled with vendors and ghost tour opportunities. Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Let’s close the camera phone for now and go back when photography required a wealth of patience and bit of magic in the darkroom. Miguel Gutierrez Jr. knows both worlds as a longtime photojournalist who can produce hundreds of images in minutes. He also pursues an artistic side that […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Head to CASA de ESPAÑOL on Sacramento’s R Street Corridor for an evening of art and mucho dancing at Cumbia y Corazon with Son Café on Oct. 2 (Friday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do […]
$15
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: A double whammy of Latino literature is set for this weekend. Tomas Moniz, an Oakland-based writer and finalist for the 2020 PEN/Hemingway Award, will be joined by Sacramento’s acclaimed essayist/poet José Vadi at Beers Books on Oct. 2 (Friday) in Southside Park. Want events like this sent directly to […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Sing along to “Love is a Battlefield” and “Heartbreaker” as Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo play Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln on Oct. 2 (Friday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.
$44.95 – $149.95
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8 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Cue up the “Peanuts” theme and head to the Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival on Oct. 3 and 4 (Saturday and Sunday). Ogle at pumpkins that weigh close to a ton, watch the giant pumpkin race on the waters near Strauss Island and compete in the Scarecrow Contest. Want […]
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Sacramento..I do believe we’ve just come out of our #firstfalsefall. Which can only mean one thing. It’s your last chance to catch your record collection up and fill your #musicalpantry for the year.. At the MIDTOWN RECORD SWAP! We are back for the final Swap of the year and #somepeoplearesaying we saved the best for […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: One of the highlights of Sacramento summers is the Buddhist Church of Sacramento’s Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar, which celebrated its 80th anniversary last weekend. To dig deeper into the history and culture of the local Japanese American community, head to the 1883 Clarksburg Schoolhouse. Its ongoing exhibit, “Roots and Resilience: The […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: The two head to Elk Grove’s A Seat at the Table on Oct. 3 (Saturday) where they’re joined by Maceo Montoya and Sarah Proudman for a panel discussion in honor of Latinx Heritage Month. It's highly recommended for wordsmiths of all types. Want events like this sent directly to […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: At Downtown Sacramento’s Musiclandria, the Youth Power Festival on Oct. 3 (Saturday) features a program of advocacy, art activities and three hours of live music to keep the place bumping. Local vendors and food trucks will also be in the mix. Want events like this sent directly to your […]
$10
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Groove to Chicano soul and cumbia with Nacho and the Dollar Menu at Watermelon Music in Davis on Oct. 3 (Saturday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.
$20
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6 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: One of the highlights of Sacramento summers is the Buddhist Church of Sacramento’s Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar, which celebrated its 80th anniversary last weekend. To dig deeper into the history and culture of the local Japanese American community, head to the 1883 Clarksburg Schoolhouse. Its ongoing exhibit, “Roots and Resilience: The […]
Free
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Check local musicians while wandering the streets at Auburn Porchfest on Oct. 4 (Sunday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.
Free
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: The folks behind this bazaar then set up shop on Oct. 4 (Sunday) at Sacramento’s Lucid Winery for Wicked Woo Woo Market. This one includes tarot readings, mead and more Halloween-ish goods to make your house the creepiest spot on the block. Want events like this sent directly to […]
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2 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Finally, here’s a festival for cinema buffs. The Oak Park Black Film Festival runs Oct. 5-10 (Monday-Saturday) at the Guild Theater. It kicks off with the music documentary “Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That’s the Weight of the World)” and includes a range of both short […]
$25 – $125
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3 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: To paraphrase the classic Wu-Tang Clan song, “C.R.E.A.M” — Clarksburg Rules Everything Around Me. With support from the crew at Twelves Wax record shop in Oak Park, Husick’s By Forester recently launched the hip-hop weekly Wu-Sick’s Wednesdays. Chow down on eats from chef Matt Brown while throwing your hands in […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Concert in the Park with Kiss ‘n Tell at Freeman Park in Woodland on Oct. 9 (Friday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Anton Barbeau’s smart, quirky pop music has been a Sacramento fixture since the 1980s. Though he’s spent a chunk of time living overseas in England and Berlin, Barbeau’s been back in California since 2020 and ever prolific in the studio. The release of his latest album, “Come Home to […]
$20
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Leticia Ordaz is recognized around the region as an anchor and reporter for KCRA3. At the same time, she’s built a successful career as an author and publisher of bilingual children’s books. Her publishing house, Cielito Lindo Books, recently earned numerous medals at the International Latino Book Awards. Among […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: One of the highlights of Sacramento summers is the Buddhist Church of Sacramento’s Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar, which celebrated its 80th anniversary last weekend. To dig deeper into the history and culture of the local Japanese American community, head to the 1883 Clarksburg Schoolhouse. Its ongoing exhibit, “Roots and Resilience: The […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: The intentions are all good at this grudge match. Natomasmania IV brings the fun and drama of Mexican lucha libre wresting to the South Natomas Community Center on Saturday. The event is free, geared for families and filled with high-flying action. Sport your favorite máscara to complete the vibe. […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Folsom Lake Symphony performs Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique at the Harris Center in Folsom on Oct. 10 (Saturday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here. Newsletters
$37 – $77
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2 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: One of the highlights of Sacramento summers is the Buddhist Church of Sacramento’s Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar, which celebrated its 80th anniversary last weekend. To dig deeper into the history and culture of the local Japanese American community, head to the 1883 Clarksburg Schoolhouse. Its ongoing exhibit, “Roots and Resilience: The […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Come meet the new guard of Japanese American authors. “Telling New Nikkei Stories,” held Tuesday at the Buddhist Church of Sacramento, includes captivating writing that covers such ground as murder mystery and tenacious family history. You’ll hear from authors Jennifer Morita (“Ghosts of Waikiki”) and Tamiko Nimura (“A Place […]
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2 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: To paraphrase the classic Wu-Tang Clan song, “C.R.E.A.M” — Clarksburg Rules Everything Around Me. With support from the crew at Twelves Wax record shop in Oak Park, Husick’s By Forester recently launched the hip-hop weekly Wu-Sick’s Wednesdays. Chow down on eats from chef Matt Brown while throwing your hands in […]
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Join Abridged by PBS KVIE on Oct. 15 2 as we welcome the nonprofit statewide publication CalMatters to break down, analyze and answer your burning questions about this year’s general election. The conversation will be centered on the latest edition of CalMatters' Voter Guide and Abridged's local guide and coverage. Food is provided.
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5 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: A Place Called Sacramento Film Festival at the Crest Theatre in Downtown Sacramento on Oct. 16 (Friday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.
$30
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Hispanic Heritage Celebration at the Old Sugar Mill in Clarksburg on Oct. 16 (Friday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: In a Nutshell Storytelling presents “Dark Hearts” at The SOFIA in Midtown Sacramento on Oct. 16 (Friday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.
$34 – $40
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: I generally prefer original music over tribute bands, but this one caught me off guard while couch surfing. I came across a presentation of Brit Floyd’s “The Moon, The Wall and Beyond” on PBS KVIE and quickly put the remote down. I was struck at how closely Brit Floyd […]
$54.50 – $119.25
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Explore local archives and see historical treasures during the 16th annual Sacramento Archives Crawl at the California State Archives, California State Library, Sacramento Public Library, and Center for Sacramento History. It's free and no ticket is needed! During the Crawl, archives and special collections libraries from all over the Sacramento region set up at the […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Native American Heritage Month will be observed in November, but here’s a great way to get a head start and honor the region’s Indigenous cultures. On Saturday, the Gold Country Fairgrounds brings together dancers, artists and musicians at the 19th annual Auburn Big Time Pow Wow. Learn more about the region’s […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: One of the highlights of Sacramento summers is the Buddhist Church of Sacramento’s Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar, which celebrated its 80th anniversary last weekend. To dig deeper into the history and culture of the local Japanese American community, head to the 1883 Clarksburg Schoolhouse. Its ongoing exhibit, “Roots and Resilience: The […]
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From City of Treats by Benjy Egel: St. James Armenian Apostolic Church in Citrus Heights will host its 79th Armenian Food Festival on Saturday. Stop by the outdoor celebration for barbecue, choreg (sweet bread similar to brioche or challah) and an eggplant casserole that proved popular last year. Want events like this sent directly to […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: The Wallflowers at Quarry Park Amphitheater in Rocklin on Oct. 17 (Saturday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.
$38.06 – $60.70
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5 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: One of the highlights of Sacramento summers is the Buddhist Church of Sacramento’s Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar, which celebrated its 80th anniversary last weekend. To dig deeper into the history and culture of the local Japanese American community, head to the 1883 Clarksburg Schoolhouse. Its ongoing exhibit, “Roots and Resilience: The […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Next door at Lucid Winery, the Sangria Sunday makers market runs from 2-4 p.m. with local vendors focusing on spooky goods. Mike Blanchard & The Californios will keep the place buzzing with Americana tunes and haunting harmonies. Now that’s a Sunday funday. Want events like this sent directly to […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Back in May, we featured Vinyl Sundays at Mattie Groves Brewery and the rise in regional "bring your own vinyl" events. The team behind Vinyl Sundays has a new base of operations at Downtown Sacramento’s Fox & Goose Public House, now known as "Vinyl Sundays at the Pub." This monthly […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Jazz guitarist Julian Lage at the Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts in Davis on Oct. 18 (Sunday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.
$17.50 – $62.00
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2 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: To paraphrase the classic Wu-Tang Clan song, “C.R.E.A.M” — Clarksburg Rules Everything Around Me. With support from the crew at Twelves Wax record shop in Oak Park, Husick’s By Forester recently launched the hip-hop weekly Wu-Sick’s Wednesdays. Chow down on eats from chef Matt Brown while throwing your hands in […]
Free
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From our Yolo County newsletter from Daniel Hennessy and the team at Yolo Local: Yolo County is hosting a countywide job fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Civic Center Galleria in West Sacramento Oct. 22. The job fair will bring together more than 50 employers who are actively recruiting. More information can be […]
Free with registration
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Join Abridged by PBS KVIE on Oct. 15 2 as we welcome the nonprofit statewide publication CalMatters to break down, analyze and answer your burning questions about this year’s general election. The conversation will be centered on the latest edition of CalMatters' Voter Guide and Abridged's local guide and coverage. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Downtown Davis is going to look and sound more like North Beach circa the 1950s this weekend. The Davis Jazz Beat Festival will bump with be-bop tunes, poetry and visual artistry at the John Natsoulas Gallery and across the street in Davis Commons. Musical highlights include the Quiet Nacho […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Lila Downs at the Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts in Davis on Oct. 23 (Friday) Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.
$22.50 – $93
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3 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: One of the highlights of Sacramento summers is the Buddhist Church of Sacramento’s Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar, which celebrated its 80th anniversary last weekend. To […]
Free
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4 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: One of the highlights of Sacramento summers is the Buddhist Church of Sacramento’s Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar, which celebrated its 80th anniversary last weekend. To dig deeper into the history and culture of the local Japanese American community, head to the 1883 Clarksburg Schoolhouse. Its ongoing exhibit, “Roots and Resilience: The […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Punk Rock Flea Market at Flower Fist Art Market in Midtown Sacramento on Oct. 25 (Sunday) Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: The fall season is the time for Diwali, the festival of lights observed by Hindus, Sikhs and other communities around the world. Though Diwali is typically observed over five days with a series of rituals, including prayers and feasts, you can get a wonderful taste of the holiday Sunday […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Learn about competitive birdwatching during a screening of "Listers" at Two Rivers Cider in Sacramento on Oct. 26 (Monday) Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.
Free
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2 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: To paraphrase the classic Wu-Tang Clan song, “C.R.E.A.M” — Clarksburg Rules Everything Around Me. With support from the crew at Twelves Wax record shop in Oak Park, Husick’s By Forester recently launched the hip-hop weekly Wu-Sick’s Wednesdays. Chow down on eats from chef Matt Brown while throwing your hands in […]
Free
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Honor your loved ones at the altar this weekend. El Panteón is a two-day celebration for Día de los Muertos at the Latino Center. Families build altars for the people they've lost while a live band, dancing and food fill the weekend. Saturday starts at 3, and tickets are $10 with free entry for kids. […]
$10 – $15
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Start the weekend in Elk Grove at District 56 for Hallo-Palooza & Trunk or Treat from 5-8 p.m. on Oct. 30 (Friday). The festivities include a parade, costume contests for humans and pets, an art zone and DJ dancing. Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Here’s a show that puts the “Rock” in “Rocklin.” Hold your lighter (or cell phone) high as Y&T’s Halloween Bash shakes the Quarry Park Amphitheater on Oct. 30 (Friday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do […]
$42.69 – $70.99
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Warm-up the weekend with a family movie night at the Crest Theatre in Downtown Sacramento for a showing of “Hocus Pocus” on Oct. 30 (Friday). At just $2 a ticket, this is a screaming deal for Halloween eve. Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up […]
$2
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Check out the tributes to My Chemical Romance and Sonic Youth in Midtown Sacramento at The Press Club’s Halloween Cover Show on Oct. 30 (Friday). Couples costume idea: Thurston Moore and Kim Gordon from the “Kool Thing” video. Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up […]
$15 – $20
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Raise your devil horns for the drummer who played on Black Sabbath’s “Mob Rules” and Dio classics like “Holy Diver” and “The Last in Line.” Vinny Appice’s Sabbath Knights at Goldfield Trading Post in Roseville on Oct. 30 (Friday) will be a headquarters for heshers of all ages. Want […]
$44.04
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Get your kiddos into their costumes and navigate the family hybrid vehicle to the Crocker Art Museum in Downtown Sacramento for its “Trick Art Treat” event on Oct. 31 (Saturday). Along with trick-or-treating for art supplies, plan for a late morning of art activities, a puppet show and a […]
Free – $25
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Break out the zombie face paint this Saturday. Davis is hosting a Zombie Bike Parade on Halloween morning. Riders in costumes roll out at 11, and a skydiving finale follows at 2:30. It's free, and proceeds help build custom tricycles for kids with disabilities. This event was featured on the PBS KVIE News Minute. Follow […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: One of the highlights of Sacramento summers is the Buddhist Church of Sacramento’s Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar, which celebrated its 80th anniversary last weekend. To dig deeper into the history and culture of the local Japanese American community, head to the 1883 Clarksburg Schoolhouse. Its ongoing exhibit, “Roots and Resilience: The […]
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Think your dog's costume is a winner? Find out at the Midtown Halloween Festival. Dogs show off in front of a crowd at James Marshall Park starting at noon on Saturday. Judges will cover the spookiest, silliest and cutest looks. Sign up for free before October 31st, and enjoy live music and pumpkin decorating while […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Stop by the Jose P. Rizal Community Center in South Sacramento for the Halloween Carnival & Haunted House from 5-8 p.m. on Oct. 31 (Saturday). The kids can burn off those sugar rushes with arts and crafts, carnival games and a “scare-free zone” for younger attendees. Want events like […]
Free – $5
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: The recent passing of Tim Curry makes this season’s screenings of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” somewhat bittersweet. But the show will go on, with plenty of sing-a-longs and fan participation, during a run on Nov. 1-2 (Sunday and Monday) at the Varsity Theatre in Davis. Want events like […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: When the kids aren’t running wild on “The Crooked Mile,” Fairytale Town is holding a Día de los Muertos celebration on Nov. 1 (Sunday) with face painting, sugar skull mask-making and lots of jumping around to live entertainment. Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up […]
Free – $10
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Also on the family-friendly side, the Sacramento Children’s Museum in Rancho Cordova offers sugar skull decorating among its activities on Nov. 1 (Sunday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.
Free – $10
From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: One of the highlights of Sacramento summers is the Buddhist Church of Sacramento’s Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar, which celebrated its 80th anniversary last weekend. To dig deeper into the history and culture of the local Japanese American community, head to the 1883 Clarksburg Schoolhouse. Its ongoing exhibit, “Roots and Resilience: The […]
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