| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Esperanza Means HopePresented by My Sister's House at Sacramento City College February 4-February 7, 2012 Local non-profit anti-domestic violence organization My Sister's House presents Esperanza Means Hope, a play at the Sacramento City College Student Center. With this production, My Sister's House hopes to heighten public awareness of domestic violence in the community and bring about preventative change.
Esperanza Means Hope is a moving and emotionally charged play about the journey of a songwriter, Esperanza, who battles domestic violence and the seemingly indifferent... | My Sister's House | 02/04/12-
02/07/12 | Sacramento |
DIY Teen CraftsPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library February 8, 2012 For this month’s continuation of the Do It Yourself Teen Craft Club, come socialize and celebrate the Lunar New Year as one of our members teaches us how to make Chinese Lanterns from paper. We’ll also be preparing some materials to help make your last minute Valentine’s Day gift ideas come true. Ages 13-17 welcome. | Sacramento Public Library | 02/08/12 | Elk Grove |
| Sacramento Kings vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | Maloof Sports & Entertainment | 02/09/12 | Sacramento |
| Sacramento Kings vs. Phoenix Suns | Maloof Sports & Entertainment | 02/11/12 | Sacramento |
23rd Annual Sweet Potato FestivalPresented by Sacramento Valley Section of the National Council of Negro Women at Pannell Meadowview Community Center February 11, 2012 The 23rd Annual Sweet Potato Festival is fun for the entire family. There will be vendors, sweet potato pies for sale, entertainment, sweet potato ice cream for sale, sweet potato pie bake off, and much more.
Entertainment includes: Brian Dudley, Circle of Friends, Speech Choir, All God’s Children, Theta the Puppeteer, Phoenix Park Choir, Black Frost and JD Black, Ms. Somoria.
Vendors include: Bonnie Bane—Mary Kay, Leona... | Sacramento Valley Section of the National Council of Negro Women | 02/11/12 | Sacramento |
Family Activity: Astonishing Animal AdaptationsPresented by Effie Yeaw Nature Center at Effie Yeaw Nature Center February 11, 2012 We live in a wild world! There is no end to the mind boggling ways in which animals have adapted to live in the extremes of the Earth! See these marvels of nature live and up close, including exotic insects, invertebrates, reptiles, and much more!
Hosted by Eric San Gregorio of Insect World. All ages welcome. | Effie Yeaw Nature Center | 02/11/12 | Carmichael |
Sacramento Weavers' & Spinners' Guild 53rd Annual Open HousePresented by Sacramento Weavers & Spinners Guild at Shepard Garden and Art Center February 11-February 12, 2012 The Sacramento Weavers’ & Spinners’ Guild welcomes everyone to their Open House featuring fascinating demonstrations of weaving and spinning, exhibits of handmade items, a drawing, and sales of handmade articles made by Guild members. There will be many different looms and spinning wheels on display. Guild members will also be available to answer questions and to assist visitors interested in working on a loom or learning how to spin. This years theme is “Fantasy... | Sacramento Weavers & Spinners Guild | 02/11/12-
02/12/12 | Sacramento |
Sacramento Darwin DayPresented by Sacramento Darwin Day at La Sierra Community Center February 12, 2012 The 15th annual Sacramento Darwin Day celebrates reason, science, and Charles Darwin's 203rd birthday. This year's topic is "Evolution and Modern Religious Thought."
This year's main speaker, Dr. Peter M. J. Hess, is the Director for Religious Community Outreach at the National Center for Science Education. He offers stimulating and thought-provoking lectures and workshops where he addresses religious, philosophical, and historical aspects of the controversy surrounding... | Sacramento Darwin Day | 02/12/12 | Carmichael |
Dinosaur Stamp-A-Rama!Presented by Discovery Museum Science & Space Center at Discovery Museum Science & Space Center February 11-February 12, 2012 Make your own dinosaur fact book! Children 12 and under use a dozen different dinosaur stamps and match them up with interesting prehistoric facts to construct a personal take-home memento. Remember to bring your camera for the many photo opportunities available in the Blast from the Past! exhibit, featuring rocks, crystals, dinosaurs, and fossils.
Planetarium shows are at 1pm & 3pm for ages 4 and older. | Discovery Museum Science & Space Center | 02/11/12-
02/12/12 | Sacramento |
Spin, Pop, BoomPresented by City of Davis Community Services Department at Veterans' Memorial Center Theatre - Davis February 12, 2012 You’ll be spellbound with these cool experiments in physics and chemistry, from volcanic reactions to spinning centrifugal force demonstrations. Learn about the physical forces and molecular interactions in what we see everyday. Observe how chemical reactions make foam shoot up into the air, and how a hand appears to grow. Finally, watch as a swirl of steam, like a genie, dances out of a bottle. | City of Davis Community Services Department | 02/12/12 | Davis |
Teen Anime ScreeningPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library February 15, 2012 Join for the continuation of the Teen Anime program! Each month, teens vote for an anime series or movie to be screened in the Franklin Library’s community room. This event is open to teens ages 13-17. | Sacramento Public Library | 02/15/12 | Elk Grove |
Fenix Drum & Dance Company PerformancePresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library February 16, 2012 Everyone is invited to celebrate Black History month with the Fenix Drum and Dance Company. Narrative drumming and dance will trace the history of African-Americans from Africa to the New World. | Sacramento Public Library | 02/16/12 | Elk Grove |
Tera MelosPresented by Harlow's at Harlow's February 16, 2012 Tera Melos pushes music to the brink with a full layered sound that skims over a variety of genres but has more depth than any label allows for. While they’ve been defined as a math rock band due to their use of complex, atypical rhythms, staccato structure, and angular melodies, they would rather bypass any genre and let the music speak for itself.
Also performing:
Bus Driver | Harlow's | 02/16/12 | Sacramento |
The 2012 Local Celebrity Basketball Game Presented by Poetry from the Heart at Boys and Girls Club - Teichert Branch February 17, 2012 At the Local Celebrity Basketball Game (Family Event) come watch Sacramento’s most popular and successful men get their hoops on!
Some of the celebrity players are: Actor Big Spence who played in Moneyball with Brad Pitt, Contagion with Matt Damon, and On the Road featuring Terrance Howard and more! Lee Perkins the popular former V101.1 radio personality. Terry Moore five-time Best Poet Award winner and Moore Time TV show host. Doug... | Poetry from the Heart | 02/17/12 | Sacramento |
Aspiring Artists Debut 2012Presented by Northern California Artists and Sacramento Fine Arts Center at Sacramento Fine Arts Center January 31-February 18, 2012 Aspiring Artist Debut 2012 is a free art exhibit showing work of new artists, from high school age to adult, who have never shown in a juried exhibition. This annual art show is sponsored by Northern California Arts, Inc. All media are accepted in this show, so expect to see a mix of drawing, mixed media, oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, photography, and sculpture.
The 2nd Saturday Reception will include an awards presentation.
Do want to enter or know an... | Northern California Artists | 01/31/12-
02/18/12 | Carmichael |
2012 Sacramento AutoramaPresented by Sacramento Autorama and California Exposition & State Fair at Cal Expo February 17-February 19, 2012 The Sacramento Autorama is now in its 62nd year. The Sacramento Autorama is “The Kustom Capital of the World” and boasts being home to one of longest running indoor car shows in the world. The Autorama is recognized as the premiere custom car show on the West Coast. The Show features over 450 of the finest custom cars, hot rods, classics, motorcycles, and specialty vehicles from around the county. | Sacramento Autorama | 02/17/12-
02/19/12 | Sacramento |
The GiverPresented by B Street Theatre - Family Series at B Street Theatre January 14-February 19, 2012 The Giver, adapted by Eric Coble, is based on the story by Lois Lowry. Through this astonishing and moving adaptation, discover what it means to grow up, to grow wise, and to take control of your own destiny.
Experience some of history’s most cherished stories in a setting where wonder and excitement jump from the stage. B Street Theatre’s Family Series brings children closer than ever to live performance, engaging their hearts and minds in a way that few other... | B Street Theatre - Family Series | 01/14/12-
02/19/12 | Sacramento |
Know Your Body, Breath, & Mind Through Yoga & MeditationPresented by Art of Living Sacramento February 16-February 19, 2012 The Art of Living Course is a holistic workshop that teaches you powerful and effective techniques to get rid of stress and develop peace of mind while increasing well-being and overall health.
The course includes:
-Powerful breathing and meditation practices that heal and harmonize the body, mind, and spirit while raising energy levels
-Skills for handling negative emotions and situations
-Practical wisdom for improving focus at work work and... | Art of Living Sacramento | 02/16/12-
02/19/12 | Folsom |
Jolie Holland and Sea of BeesPresented by Davis Live Music Collective February 21, 2012 The Davis Live Music Collective is proud to present one of the nation's most important young songwriters, Jolie Holland, along with supporting artist Sea of Bees. This is the music collective’s inaugural event.
Jolie Holland is an esteemed Shortlist Prize nominated musician who counts Tom Waits and ANTI- label mate Sage Francis among her most outspoken fans. She has shared some of the nation’s biggest stages with... | Davis Live Music Collective | 02/21/12 | Davis |
Senior Health FairPresented by Campus Commons Senior Community February 23, 2012 Come visit the health fair for free blood sugar testing, hearing and spinal screening. More than 20 vendors on site! Enjoy light refreshments, raffle prizes, entertainment and mini massages. First twenty visitors receive a complimentary lunch and free gift. | Campus Commons Senior Community | 02/23/12 | Sacramento |
Father & Daughter Dinner Dance at Laguna Town Hall February 10-February 24, 2012 Create magical moments with your girl at this year's Father and Daughter Dinner Dance. Dancing, DJ, and a catered dinner will be available. Professional photographs will be available for an additional fee. Pre-registration is required. This year's theme is a black and white starry night. | | 02/10/12-
02/24/12 | Elk Grove |
Daddy & Me StorytimePresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library January 21-February 25, 2012 Toddlers and preschoolers (age 1.5-5) are invited to join for a special storytime series just for fathers! Please join each week for engaging songs, stories, fingerplays, flannel boards, and crafts. | Sacramento Public Library | 01/21/12-
02/25/12 | Elk Grove |
| Sacramento Youth Symphony Winter Concerto Concerts | Sacramento Youth Symphony & Academy of Music | 02/25/12 | Davis |
Getty Owl Run/Walk Presented by Getty Owl Foundation at Crocker Park February 26, 2012 Join for the Getty Owl Run/Walk in Crocker Park in Downtown Sacramento. All proceeds benefit Getty Owl Foundation to help find a cure for Spinal Muscular Atrophy, the #1 genetic killer of young children. The 1/4 mile kids run, 5K Walk/Run, and 10K Run routes around Downtown Sacramento along the waterfront. Post-race family festival will include, massages, vendors, food, music, and activities for all ages.
For more information regarding packet pickup locations, race day registration,... | Getty Owl Foundation | 02/26/12 | Sacramento |
Reflections from The Past: A Black History CelebrationPresented by House of Prayer Holy Reformation Church and Jodama at Pannell Meadowview Community Center February 26, 2012 The House of Prayer Holy Reformation Church will be hosting their 15th annual Black History Month celebration titled, “Reflections from the Past”. You, your family, friends, staff, congregation and community are cordially invited to come out and help enjoy this educational yet festive event. This event will consist of a large buffet style soul food dinner with a varied menu of true southern cuisine such as fried fish, chicken, hot links, banana pudding, peach cobbler, and much,... | House of Prayer Holy Reformation Church | 02/26/12 | Sacramento |
Willy Wonka JuniorPresented by Young Actors Stage at 24th Street Theatre February 24-February 26, 2012 It’s a sweet confection of pure imagination! Young Actors Stage presents youth ages 6-14 in Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world-famous candy man & his quest to find an heir. This musical adaptation of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features memorable songs from the classic 1971 film including, “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,” “I Want it Now” & “The Candy Man.” A scrumptious treat for the entire family! | Young Actors Stage | 02/24/12-
02/26/12 | Sacramento |
| Sacramento Kings vs. Utah Jazz | Maloof Sports & Entertainment | 02/28/12 | Sacramento |
Yu-Gi-Oh! TournamentPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library February 29, 2012 Competitors are welcome to test their skills in the Franklin Community Library’s monthly Yu-Gi-Oh! Tournament, while newcomers are invited to hone their technique through Yu-Gi-Oh! Academy. Participants will compete in a friendly environment to become the champions of our February meeting, as well as to gain tournament points for the Spring 2012 Season. Competitors will need to bring their own decks, while those new to the game are welcome to come and learn its rules through the... | Sacramento Public Library | 02/29/12 | Elk Grove |
The Music Man Jr. Presented by Benvenuti Performing Arts Center at Benvenuti Performing Arts Center February 23-March 3, 2012 Get ready for 76 Trombones in a big parade! From the Broadway stage to schools nationwide, this American classic is still sweeping the country. This fun hour and a half long musical is perfect for families and is very kid friendly and features the top talent of the Natomas Charter School Performing and Fine Arts Middle School students. | Benvenuti Performing Arts Center | 02/23/12-
03/03/12 | Sacramento |
C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape LettersPresented by Sacramento Convention Center Complex at Community Center Theater March 3, 2012 C.S. Lewis' brilliant novel The Screwtape Letters, reveals spiritual warfare from a demon's point of view. This funny, provocative, and witty theatrical adaptation stars Max McLean as Screwtape.
Run Time: 90 minutes, no intermission. Performance includes special after-show talkback with Max McLean. The performance is appropriate for ages 13 and up; children under 4 will not be admitted into the theatre. | Sacramento Convention Center Complex | 03/03/12 | Sacramento |
Bloomin' CrazyPresented by Sacramento Zoo at Sacramento Zoo March 3, 2012 Come on out to the sixth annual Bloomin’ Crazy Plant Fest. Visit with gardening clubs and plant experts; get inspired to start your spring gardens. The Zoo has a significant plant collection and local organizations will educate visitors about gardening and plants. | Sacramento Zoo | 03/03/12 | Sacramento |
22nd Annual St. Mark's Preschool Play DayPresented by St. Mark's Preschool and St. Mark's Presents at St. Mark's United Methodist Church March 3, 2012 Come and bring your little ones to St. Mark's Preschool Play Day! There will be carnival games and face painting for kids, prizes, food, and a silent auction. Families may play games and eat a meal for a minimal price. | St. Mark's Preschool | 03/03/12 | Sacramento |
Tempera Finger PaintingPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library March 3, 2012 Come wearing play clothes and get ready to get messy! Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to join for creative fun with tempera paints. We supply the paper and paints, you bring your creativity. | Sacramento Public Library | 03/03/12 | Elk Grove |
San Francisco Guitar QuartetPresented by Sacramento Guitar Society and Three Stages at Folsom Lake College at Three Stages Performing Arts Center March 3-March 4, 2012 The San Francisco Guitar Quartet takes the stage for the 4th concert at Three Stages. The members of SFGQ--Mark Simons, David Dueñas, Patrick O'Connell, and Jon Mendle--have each distinguished themselves as soloists and chamber musicians with first prizes in the American String Teachers Association Competition and the Baltimore Chamber Music Awards Competition, a Fulbright Scholarship, and concert appearances in Carnegie Hall. Group members also hold faculty positions in Bay Area... | Sacramento Guitar Society | 03/03/12-
03/04/12 | Folsom |
| Work by Anita Lowe & Dick Stern | Artists' Collaborative Gallery | 02/06/12-
03/05/12 | Sacramento |
Amy Obenski: Save the Trees Tour at Naked Lounge - Downtown March 6, 2012 With music as her guide, Amy Obenski is crossing the U.S and France on a Save the Trees tour. The goal is to raise awareness about the links between climate change and deforestation.
Her songs are more based on reflections of every day life than environmental musings. But the haunting and ethereal style of Amy's songs has drawn the attention of audiences and critics alike. Her track, "Carousel," from Amy's second album, Kite, was featured in the TV... | | 03/06/12 | Sacramento |
Kinect and Wii Gaming & Dance-OffPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library March 7, 2012 As part of the Modernity Rocks/Antiquity Rules programming for Teen Tech Week, the Library will be hosting a Wii and Xbox Kinect gaming tournament. Come and learn how to dance in the modern style as the Library harnesses technology to host an electronic dance-off. After, stay and discuss whether it is preferable to dance digitally or in the corporeal fashion of our analog ancestors. | Sacramento Public Library | 03/07/12 | Elk Grove |
The Hackademy AwardsPresented by Breathe California of Sacramento-Emigrant Trails at Memorial Auditorium March 8, 2012 This is a Hollywood-style red carpet advocacy event held annually and designed to educate youth and young adults about the impact of tobacco in movies. There will be a short presentation, refreshments, and live entertainment! Funds raised from this event will go back to Breathe California and help support their mission of clean air, healthy lungs, and a tobacco-free environment. | Breathe California of Sacramento-Emigrant Trails | 03/08/12 | Sacramento |
Canine Companions for IndependencePresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library March 8, 2012 Please join for a fun, educational program which demonstrates some of the wonderful skills that dogs acquire through the specialized training they receive from Canine Companions for Independence. Nancy Sawhney will bring her dog, Becky, who will show us the many ways that she helps her owner in everyday tasks. Ages 5-12 welcome. | Sacramento Public Library | 03/08/12 | Elk Grove |
2nd Saturday at St. FrancisPresented by St. Francis High School at St. Francis High School March 10, 2012 The art on display in the Theatre and Arts Complex is selected from submitted work created by St. Francis High School students. Come join these future Sacramento artists in the foyer and see their most current sculptures, paintings, drawings, pastels, and photography.
This event takes place in the Theatre & Arts Complex at St. Francis High School. | St. Francis High School | 03/10/12 | Sacramento |
Fairytale Town Goes GreenPresented by Fairytale Town at Fairytale Town March 10, 2012 Green matters. If we each do a little, we all do a lot. Join Fairytale Town and several local area organizations and spend the day learning about environmental awareness. This program features educational displays, hands on activities using recycled materials, incentives and information on green programs in your area, and easy tips on how you and your family can go green.
Puppet Art Theater will be performing The Three Little Pigs with a conservation twist in the Children's... | Fairytale Town | 03/10/12 | Sacramento |
| Cinderella | Three Stages at Folsom Lake College | 03/11/12 | Folsom |
Anne of Green GablesPresented by Sutter Street Theatre at Sutter Street Theatre February 18-March 11, 2012 Anne of Green Gables captures the charm and excitement of L.M. Montgomery's enduring classic about an orphan girl, Anne Shirley, from her first encounter with her austere guardian to her thrilling graduation from Queen's Academy. The play faithfully recreates the memorable events and characters from the brilliant novel. All the tragedies and triumphs that mark Anne's growth from adolescence to early adulthood are here; her friendship with Diana, her feuds with Gilbert and her... | Sutter Street Theatre | 02/18/12-
03/11/12 | Folsom |
Mommy & Me DayPresented by Raley's & Bel Air and Sacramento River Cats at Raley Field March 14, 2012 The Sacramento River Cats and Raley's & Bel-Air team up to host Mommy & Me Day. The event is open for children ages 6 and under and is an exclusive opportunity for parents to enjoy a day at Raley Field with their children. There will be free snacks and drinks provided by Raley's & Bel-Air, a special visit from your favorite mascot, Dinger, and on-field games and activities. Children will enjoy a variety of activities on the baseball field including running the bases and playing... | Raley's & Bel Air | 03/14/12 | West Sacramento |
Robert Schwartzman and Brian Bell Presented by Harlow's at Harlow's March 16, 2012 This is a special all ages show featuring Robert Schwartzman of Rooney and The Relationship featuring Brian Bell from Weezer. You dont want to miss out on this show!
Also Performing:
Jamestown Revival | Harlow's | 03/16/12 | Sacramento |
16th Annual St. Patrick's Day ParadePresented by Old Sacramento Business Association at Old Sacramento State Historic Park March 17, 2012 Hundreds of colorful marchers dressed in green, along with Irish and Highland dancers, pipe and drum bands, historic re-enactors and a variety of cultural organizations, will all join together to be a part of the 16th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade! Always a free event, the parade steps off promptly at 1pm from 2nd & L Streets in Old Sacramento and proceeds throughout the national historic landmark.
Over 60 units with more than 1,000 marchers will be featured. Irish dancers in... | Old Sacramento Business Association | 03/17/12 | Sacramento |
An Evening with Cary Farley 2012 at Guild Theater March 17, 2012 Beanie Productions presents the 2nd annual charity concert event featuring musician Cary Farley and special guests. Come celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Proceeds from this event benefit The Mustard Seed School in Sacramento.
Special thanks to sponsors: (SI&A) School Innovations and Advocacy, Sherman Clay, and Body by Vi. | | 03/17/12 | Sacramento |
The Sleeping Beauty TeaPresented by Stages - Folsom Dance Arts March 18, 2012 The Sleeping Beauty Tea is for all the princesses in the land and their families. Experience an afternoon of fantasy and fun for children of all ages. Enjoy tea and lemonade along with wonderful finger sandwiches, cookies and more! Join in fun kids activities and have your picture taken with cast members from Ballet Folsom's The Sleeping Beauty. Princess costumes are encouraged. | Stages - Folsom Dance Arts | 03/18/12 | Folsom |
Donut DashPresented by Tesco at William Land Park March 24, 2012 Run, jog, or walk 2 miles through shady Land Park to Marie’s Donuts, eat 4 donuts (or 6 donut holes or nothing at all) and then 2 miles back.
All proceeds go to support the Child Life Program at Sutter Children’s Center, Sacramento to help pay for art supplies, toys, movies, video games, etc to benefit the children during their hospital stay.
The start/finish area is near the corner of Freeport Blvd & Sutterville Rd inside William Land Park. | Tesco | 03/24/12 | Sacramento |
Drive For Dollars Golf Event & Benefit: Fun for the Whole Family Presented by Lifepointe Christian Church March 24, 2012 The event includes participation in the following competition categories: Longest Drive, Most Accurate Drive, Putting, and Chipping. The competition will be open to golfers of all ages, and sign-ups will be available to the first 100 golfers. Special contests and prizes for best decorated golf ball/golf bag, and best golf outfit will also be offered. Participants will be able to join in all, or a select few, of the competitions/contests available the day of the event. Prizes will be... | Lifepointe Christian Church | 03/24/12 | Elk Grove |
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