| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Folsom Arts Association Members Show 2012Presented by Folsom Arts Association at Three Stages Performing Arts Center May 18-July 1, 2012 This is a great opportunity to see Three Stages and check out work by the Folsom Arts Association Members in their show.
A reception will be held on Sunday, May 20, 4pm, at the Bank of America Art Gallery within Three Stages. This year's judge, Marissa Sayago, Art Professor at Folsom Lake College, will present the artist awards for the show. | Folsom Arts Association | 05/18/12- 07/01/12 | Folsom |
| Bob Woods Blues Happy Hour | GUERRILLAPROMO! | 04/03/12- 07/03/12 | Sacramento |
Sacramento Independence Day Celebration 2012Presented by California Exposition & State Fair at Cal Expo July 4, 2012 Cal Expo annually joins the City and County of Sacramento to produce the largest-scale pyrotechnics display in the area’s history. The Independence Day Celebration is a family oriented collection of activities focused around our Nation’s birthday. The celebration begins with music provided by 107.9 The End, followed by a spectacular live performance by the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West. Poppy, the State Fair Mascot, is always on hand to entertain the... | California Exposition & State Fair | 07/04/12 | Sacramento |
Live Music Wednesdays at the HyattPresented by Hyatt Regency Sacramento at Hyatt Regency Sacramento May 16-July 4, 2012 Join at the Hyatt every Wednesday for Capitol Hour Mixer, featuring live music from local artists Ryan Hernandez and Quinn Hedges. Remember, don't miss our Happy Hour from 4pm-6pm with drink specials and half priced appetizers! | Hyatt Regency Sacramento | 05/16/12- 07/04/12 | Sacramento |
Jagged Edges: New Artwork by James MullenPresented by Bows Collective at Bows & Arrows June 1-July 4, 2012 Join for the opening reception and ongoing exhibit of Jagged Edges, featuring new artwork by James Mullen. | Bows Collective | 06/01/12- 07/04/12 | Sacramento |
California Watercolor AssociationPresented by Gallery at 48 Natoma at Gallery at 48 Natoma May 18-July 5, 2012 Watercolors can be some of the most beautiful paintings to appreciate and are deceptively difficult to create. Mastering control of this flowing medium can take years. Members of the California Watercolor Association have been juried into this prestigious organization since 1967. The California Watercolor Association (CWA) is the largest regional water media organization in California. The Gallery at 48 Natoma in Folsom is honored to exhibit their annual membership show from. | Gallery at 48 Natoma | 05/18/12- 07/05/12 | Folsom |
| Teen Glow in the Dark Crafts | Sacramento Public Library | 07/11/12 | Elk Grove |
Animals of the World with Wild ThingsPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library July 14, 2012 Wild Things presents the amazing diversity of life on earth. Meet animal ambassadors from five continents and hear their personal stories. Enjoy learning about these animals and others that inhabit the corners of the earth. | Sacramento Public Library | 07/14/12 | Elk Grove |
A Campfire Sing-a-long with Bonnie LockhartPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library July 19, 2012 The campfire will be imaginary, but the singing is real as Bonnie brings the night-time tradition of spirited singing around the fire. From familiar camp songs to original compositions, the program will inspire sing-along, move-along, play-along participation for everyone. | Sacramento Public Library | 07/19/12 | Elk Grove |
| Lego Block Party | Sacramento Public Library | 07/21/12 | Elk Grove |
Get Me the Moon with ArtBeastPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library July 21, 2012 Preschoolers and toddlers will go home with glittering moon sand after enjoying Eric Carle’s clever tale, "Papa Please Get the Moon for Me." Children will explore two art stations. At one, they will create Carle style drawings using watercolor and wax crayons to create a moonscape. At the other station using simple ingredients, the children will mix sand, corn starch, glitter and water to create moon sand, a magical sand that holds its shape and carries a bit of the... | Sacramento Public Library | 07/21/12 | Elk Grove |
Trevor Wyatt: Dream Big-Read Presented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library July 26, 2012 Dream Big-Read is a fast-paced and fun magic show that inspires kids to follow their dreams and use books to fulfill their passions. Trevor Wyatt includes doves along with Poof the Magical Rabbit. He will share 6 books about people who dreamed big and achieved success. Each book has a themed magic trick. | Sacramento Public Library | 07/26/12 | Elk Grove |
Friday Night Concerts in the ParkPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Cesar Chavez Park May 4-July 27, 2012 The 21st birthday season of this free, all ages outdoor concert series will be bigger and better than ever--featuring brand new genres, legacy bands, and Sactown’s hottest DJs! The local music festival takes place in Cesar Chavez Plaza every Friday night.
Concert Line-Up:
-May 4: Season Kick-off Show with Arden Park Roots, Island of Black and White, Storytellers and featuring: DJ Shaun Slaughter
-May 11: Middle Class Rut, Lite... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/04/12- 07/27/12 | Sacramento |
Teen Fantasy SculpturePresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library August 1, 2012 Come and join for the return of the DIY Craft Club. This month will feature sculpture, using a dry method with newspaper, tape, and/or aluminum to create fantastic or realistic animals, trains, hats, or things we just dream up. We’ll explore basic armature and foundation skills and have fun with plastic, cups, plates, and other recyclables. | Sacramento Public Library | 08/01/12 | Elk Grove |
Palladio Wednesday Summer Concert Series: On the StagePresented by Palladio at Broadstone June 6-August 1, 2012 Palladio at Broadstone is Folsom's newest entertainment venue. With high energy acts such as Hip Service, Sac Blues Revue, and Dept of Rock, the shows will be a night the whole family will enjoy. Come for dinner at Chops Steak Seafood & Bar or Toby Keith's I Love This Bar And Grill and then join for free entertainment located in the Piazza near White House Black Market.
Schedule:
-June 6: Hip Service (R & B, High Energy Dance)
-June... | Palladio at Broadstone | 06/06/12- 08/01/12 | Folsom |
4th Annual California Automobile Museum Car CruisePresented by California Automobile Museum at California Automobile Museum August 4, 2012 The 4th Annual CAM Car Cruise, hosted by the California Automobile Museum (CAM), will be a fun-filled day for the whole family as they cruise through the streets of Sacramento and along Fulton Avenue where they will conclude with a huge car show on Fulton between El Camino and Marconi. Attendees are encouraged to enjoy the local fares of Fulton Avenue merchants, plus there will have a beer garden, live bands, vendors and more! | California Automobile Museum | 08/04/12 | Sacramento |
| Screen on the Green Movie Series: Madagascar | Councilman Steve Cohn & Pops in the Park Committee | 08/04/12 | Sacramento |
Movie Night at the LibraryPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library May 31-August 9, 2012 Come join for summer movie nights at the Franklin Community Library. Each week will screen new and classic movies, rated PG-13 and below. Please contact the library for a list of upcoming movie titles. | Sacramento Public Library | 05/31/12- 08/09/12 | Elk Grove |
Dreamcatcher CraftsPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library August 11, 2012 A dreamcatcher is a Native American charm meant to place over your bed and “catch” bad dreams and hold them while the good dreams slide down their feathers onto the sleeper. Come make your own dreamcatcher at this fun free program. All materials are provided. | Sacramento Public Library | 08/11/12 | Elk Grove |
Fiesta en la Calle: Latino Concert Series at Cesar Chavez Park June 9-August 11, 2012 Enjoy 10 fun-filled free, family-friendly concerts to help cool off the thirst for music with some of the today’s best sounds representative of America’s Latino music culture. This year’s line-up includes artists in various genres including Latin alternative, rock, pop, reggaeton, reggae, ska, cumbia, salsa, merrengue, worldbeat, and a fusion of all of these combined. There will be plenty of fun, food, art, and lots of cold drinks.
Fiesta en La Calle is supportive of... | | 06/09/12- 08/11/12 | Sacramento |
| Lego Block Party | Sacramento Public Library | 08/18/12 | Elk Grove |
| Screen on the Green Movie Series: The Wizard of Oz | Councilman Steve Cohn & Pops in the Park Committee | 08/18/12 | Sacramento |
Bom VinhoPresented by Carvalho Winery and Old Sugar Mill at Old Sugar Mill August 18-August 19, 2012 Good wine, good food, and good friends! Come join as Carvalho Winery celebrates their Portuguese heritage with authentic Portuguese food and music, and of course, wine! | Carvalho Winery | 08/18/12- 08/19/12 | Clarksburg |
2nd Annual Free Family Bike NightsPresented by Safety Center Incorporated (Safetyville USA) at Safety Center (Safetyville USA) June 21-August 24, 2012 Bring the children out to Safetyville USA for some safe family fun together. Families attending will enjoy family bike riding in an enclosed safe riding area, food court, and a special designated area for the young riders. A bike safety clinic and local area bike vendors will be on hand for bike assistance and questions. CHP will have handouts and will be available every evening. Helmets required by all riders. | Safety Center Incorporated (Safetyville USA) | 06/21/12- 08/24/12 | Sacramento |
Axis Gallery's 7th National Juried ExhibitionPresented by Axis Gallery at Axis Gallery August 4-August 26, 2012 Axis Gallery presents their 7th National Juried Exhibition with juror Apsara DiQuinzio, assistant curator of painting and sculpture at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. The exhibit features work of all mediums from artists throughout the United States. Contemporary, original 2D and 3D work in any media--including painting, prints, drawings, photography and digital images--were accepted. All work is original and produced within the last two years.
Additional... | Axis Gallery | 08/04/12- 08/26/12 | Sacramento |
Hot Lunch Concert SeriesPresented by HOT ITALIAN and Jerry Perry at Fremont Park May 31-August 30, 2012 Friends of Fremont Park in Midtown have teamed up with Hot Italian again to present the Hot Lunch Concert Series, every Thursday for fourteen weeks. The free music is booked by promoter Jerry Perry and features professional, local talent and--new this year--local mobile food vendors including Wicked Wich and Mama Kim's.
Call ahead at the number below and order any pizza or grab a Hot Lunch for $10 (a panini or insalata + a drink, tax included).
Area office workers, parents with... | HOT ITALIAN | 05/31/12- 08/30/12 | Sacramento |
Hot Summer Nights Concert SeriesPresented by Cosumnes Community Services District at Laguna Town Hall August 3-August 31, 2012 Bring your family out to these free musical events. Bring a blanket or low lawn chair and enjoy live music in the beautiful outdoor amphitheater.
New blanket policy: No blankets or lawn chairs allowed in the amphitheater before 4pm. Items placed before 4pm will be removed by CSD staff. No pets permitted, except service animals. Food available for purchase. | Cosumnes Community Services District | 08/03/12- 08/31/12 | Elk Grove |
Labor Day Weekend at Carvalho Family WineryPresented by Carvalho Winery and Old Sugar Mill at Old Sugar Mill September 1-September 3, 2012 Come spend the day at our winery. Play winemaker for a day and bottle your own wine. Enjoy a glass of wine, BBQ tri tip, and live music on our Crush Pad. Music performed by DeWald/Taylor Jazztet and Ray Iaea. | Carvalho Winery | 09/01/12- 09/03/12 | Clarksburg |
Coors Light Crawfish & Catfish Festival at Rio Ramaza Marina & Event Park September 8, 2012 Come and enjoy fabulous Louisiana cuisine and music along the Sacramento River. There will be crafts, kids activities, contests, music, and dance. Taste the savory crawfish, catfish, gumbo, jambalay, and much, much more. Also, there will be live music featuring cajun, zydeco, and blues on two stages. | | 09/08/12 | Sacramento |
Genealogy on the Go with the iPad or TabletPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Sacramento Public Library - Central Branch September 9, 2012 Lisa Louise Cooke will show you the top apps and best practices to make your iPad or tablet a genealogical powerhouse. A nationally known author and host of the Genealogy Gems Podcast, Lisa's books and CDs will be available for purchase at the program.
Street parking near Central Library is free on Sundays. | Sacramento Public Library | 09/09/12 | Sacramento |
Sacramento Convoy of HopePresented by Sacramento Convoy of Hope at Cal Expo September 15, 2012 Bring your family and enjoy free services and entertainment, with more than 100,000 pounds of free groceries. There will be a health fair, job fair, free medical and dental screenings with local doctors, medical professionals and dentists, kid's zone, free haircuts, dozens of free carnival games, inflatable's and live entertainment. Also, free family portraits courtesy of local photographers, community services, dozens of local community service organizations and free BBQ lunch.
The... | Sacramento Convoy of Hope | 09/15/12 | Sacramento |
| Build Your Own Genealogy Blog | Sacramento Public Library | 09/16/12 | Sacramento |
The WPA: Resources For Your GenealogyPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Sacramento Public Library - Central Branch September 23, 2012 From 1935 to 1943, the staff of the Works Progress Administration (WPA), created indexes of historical records across the United States. Lecturer Gena Philibert Ortega will show how this unique resource can benefit your family history research.
Street parking near Central Library is free on Sundays. | Sacramento Public Library | 09/23/12 | Sacramento |
Downtown Certified Farmers' MarketPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at Roosevelt Park May 1-September 25, 2012 Downtown Certified Farmers' Markets offer shoppers the finest fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and cheeses. The markets offer patrons a chance to come face to face with their food source. The Farmers’ Markets are a wonderful break from the ordinary grocery store. They offer the freshest California grown seasonal favorites from asparagus in the spring to apples in the fall.
This event is produced by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership in cooperation with Certified... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/01/12- 09/25/12 | Sacramento |
Downtown Certified Farmers' MarketPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at Fremont Park May 1-September 25, 2012 Downtown Certified Farmers' Markets offer shoppers the finest fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and cheeses. The markets offer patrons a chance to come face to face with their food source. The Farmers’ Markets are a wonderful break from the ordinary grocery store. They offer the freshest California grown seasonal favorites from asparagus in the spring to apples in the fall.
This event is produced by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership in cooperation with Certified... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/01/12- 09/25/12 | Sacramento |
Downtown Certified Farmers' MarketPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at Capitol Mall Greens May 3-September 27, 2012 Downtown Certified Farmers' Markets offer shoppers the finest fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and cheeses. The markets offer patrons a chance to come face to face with their food source. The Farmers’ Markets are a wonderful break from the ordinary grocery store. They offer the freshest California grown seasonal favorites from asparagus in the spring to apples in the fall.
This event is produced by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership in cooperation with Certified... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/03/12- 09/27/12 | Sacramento |
Downtown Certified Farmers' MarketPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at California State Capitol Park May 3-September 27, 2012 Downtown Certified Farmers' Markets offer shoppers the finest fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and cheeses. The markets offer patrons a chance to come face to face with their food source. The Farmers’ Markets are a wonderful break from the ordinary grocery store. They offer the freshest California grown seasonal favorites from asparagus in the spring to apples in the fall.
This event is produced by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership in cooperation with Certified... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/03/12- 09/27/12 | Sacramento |
Women’s Vote in California: 100 Year Anniversary “We Won the Vote!”Presented by California State Capitol Museum at California State Capitol Museum October 1, 2011-September 30, 2012 After a long and innovative campaign, California women won the right to vote in a special election on October 10, 1911. The 1911 California victory for woman suffrage was the culmination of a long, hard-fought battle to win political freedom and basic civil rights. California was the sixth western state to win the vote for women, inspiring suffragists nationwide and increasing national attention on what had long been a controversial political and moral debate. With the 1911 triumph of equal... | California State Capitol Museum | 10/01/11- 09/30/12 | Sacramento |
| 100 Years of Tarzan Exhibit | Museum of Modern Mythology and Pop Culture | 09/01/12- 09/30/12 | Sacramento |
Sacramento World Music & Dance FestivalPresented by Sacramento World Music and Dance Festival at Old Sacramento State Historic Park October 7, 2012 The 5th Annual Sacramento World Music & Dance Festival (Sac WorldFest) in Old Sacramento is a family festival that is a spectacular presentation of world cultures, ethnic dance, and live musical performances. Old Sacramento will be transformed into a global village of dance, music, and artistry with a series of free public shows and children’s theatre performances. With fun-filled education in mind, the festival provides an arena for youth and adults to experience... | Sacramento World Music and Dance Festival | 10/07/12 | Sacramento |
2nd Saturday: Midtown Art Walk at Midtown November 12, 2011-October 13, 2012 On the 2nd Saturday of each month, many local Sacramento galleries feature new shows of individual and collective artists. Many galleries play host to the artists so it's a wonderful way to meet them in person. Some galleries provide beverages, hors d'oeuvres, live music, and even dinner with the artist!
Since many galleries are grouped into two main areas in Sacramento: Midtown and along Del Paso Blvd. (The Uptown Arts District), many people like to take an Art Walk and wander from... | | 11/12/11- 10/13/12 | Sacramento |
Oak Park Farmers MarketPresented by NeighborWorks Sacramento at McClatchy Park May 5-October 27, 2012 The Oak Park Farmers market, now in its third year, features a diverse group of vendors selling locally produced and delicious fruits and vegetables, specialty plants and sprouts, breads, cheese, tamales, fresh flowers, and more. In addition to vendors, the market also provides a variety of interactive activities each week, including live music from local band;, activities for children including story-telling, face painting, art projects, information; and giveaways from area non-profits and... | NeighborWorks Sacramento | 05/05/12- 10/27/12 | Sacramento |
Downtown Certified Farmers' MarketPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at Cesar Chavez Park May 2-October 31, 2012 Downtown Certified Farmers' Markets offer shoppers the finest fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and cheeses. The markets offer patrons a chance to come face to face with their food source. The Farmers’ Markets are a wonderful break from the ordinary grocery store. They offer the freshest California grown seasonal favorites from asparagus in the spring to apples in the fall.
This event is produced by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership in cooperation with Certified... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/02/12- 10/31/12 | Sacramento |
Verse on the Vine Poetry SeriesPresented by The Poetry Box at Petra Vineyard & Sutter Street Art Gallery June 13-November 14, 2012 The Poetry Box along with Petra Vineyards present Verse on the Vine, a monthly poetry series featuring talented and highly acclaimed poets from the Northern California Region.
Come enjoy poetic musings to stir the senses. Laugh, cry, share, and feel as poets share their favorite works. Enjoy the superb wines of Petra Vineyards surrounded by the wonderful art by the Sutter Street Artists displayed in the gallery. And, be sure and bring your own poetry to share, as every month... | The Poetry Box | 06/13/12- 11/14/12 | Folsom |
| Ooey Gooey Kids Craft Day | | 03/17/12- 11/17/12 | Sacramento |
Craft Time at Big Spoon at Big Spoon Yogurt January 5-December 6, 2012 On the 1st Thursday of every month, Big Spoon hosts Craft Time--a fun and free way to get creative! All children age 6 and under will receive a free 4oz yogurt creation.
In addition to the East Sac location, the event also takes place at the Dixon, Elk Grove, Fair Oaks, Folsom, Jackson, Land Park, Natomas, and Rocklin locations. | | 01/05/12- 12/06/12 | Sacramento |
2nd Saturdays at The Market Place GalleryPresented by The Market Place Gallery at The Market Place Gallery March 10-December 8, 2012 Every 2nd Saturday, enjoy an Art Show & Wine Tasting when you make The Market Place your first 2nd Saturday Art Walk stop. Located off of Highway 50 between the Sunrise and Hazel exits, The Market Place is an ideal stopping point when traveling from Folsom into Sacramento.
Sip wine while you peruse the various works of art on display. Meet local artists, chat about the profession, and have a great time! | The Market Place Gallery | 03/10/12- 12/08/12 | Rancho Cordova |
Karaoke with Sac City EntertainmentPresented by Old Ironsides at Old Ironsides January 17-December 18, 2012 Enjoy a night of fun filled karaoke with Sac City Entertainment. Don't forget to grab a drink before grabbing that mic! | Old Ironsides | 01/17/12- 12/18/12 | Sacramento |
Jazz Session with The Joe Mazzaferro Quintet at Naked Lounge - Downtown March 5-December 24, 2012 Joe Mazzaferro is a musician, educator, composer, and arranger based in Sacramento. He has performed with Christian McBride, Wycliffe Gordon, Bobby Watson, Jimmy Heath, Jim Snidero, the Capital Jazz Project, and the Knoxville Jazz Orchestra. He has also taught in the Manteca, Stockton, Elk Grove, and Dixon Unified School Districts as well as Sacramento State, the University of the Pacific, and San Joaquin-Delta College.
Also performing:
-Joe Berry 5 year... | | 03/05/12- 12/24/12 | Sacramento |
Open Mic NitePresented by Old Ironsides at Old Ironsides March 7-December 26, 2012 Wednesdays are Old Ironsides' long running Open Mic with host Lare Crawley.
Be sure to grab a $3 pint (on selected beers) between 9pm-11pm. | Old Ironsides | 03/07/12- 12/26/12 | Sacramento |