| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Eppie's Great Race & US Bank Kids DuathlonPresented by Eppie's Great Race July 21, 2012 Compete in the 39th annual Eppie's Great Race triathlon; a 5.82 mile run, 12.5 mile cycle and 6.36 mile paddle on and along the American River. Kids can join the fun with the US Bank Kids Duathlon; a 2 mile run and 5.75 mile cycle for kids ages 17 and younger.
Both events benefit Sacramento County Therapeutic Services for those with physical and mental disabilities.
For more information click here. | Eppie's Great Race | 07/21/12 | Sacramento |
Preschool Creative Play for Mommy and Me Art ClassPresented by reCreate January 19-May 31, 2012 This class offers a wonderful opportunities for preschoolers to experiment and learn about art. These first experiences will stimulate and expand their minds through art exploration for kids. Despite the title, dads, grandparents, or care givers are welcome to theclass! At this young age, art is all about experimenting and process, not the finished product.
Adults will be encouraged to be a supportive while allowing their children to get messy and create on their own.... | reCreate | 01/19/12-
05/31/12 | Roseville |
Indian Music ClassesPresented by Raga Academy January 29-June 27, 2012 Instruction in Indian classical and semi-classical music is provided for both children and adults. Yearly student recitals and participation in community cultural events. Exams in Indian classical music are available from the reputed college of music in India called "Gandharva Mahavidyalay".
These classes are held at a private residence in Elk Grove. Address given out upon registration. | Raga Academy | 01/29/12-
06/27/12 | Elk Grove |
Indian Music ClassesPresented by Raga Academy January 29-June 27, 2012 Instruction in Indian classical and semi-classical music is provided for both children and adults. Yearly student recitals and participation in community cultural events. Exams in Indian classical music are available from the reputed college of music in India called "Gandharva Mahavidyalay".
| Raga Academy | 01/29/12-
06/27/12 | Folsom |
Fab 40's 5K Run/WalkPresented by Capital Road Race Management July 14, 2012 Fab 40's 5K Run/Walk is launching a great community event, and they want to make it even better in the coming years. Realizing there is a tremendous need in the local community to help caregivers and their families, the Fab 40’s committee has decided to support local non-profit Alzheimer’s agencies, and in addition, use part of the proceeds to provide respite care for caregivers!
The “Alzheimer’s Wall of Remembrance” is the first of its kind in the... | Capital Road Race Management | 07/14/12 | Sacramento |
Reliving a Night in History: June 23, 1862Presented by Folsom Historical Society/Folsom History Museum June 23, 2012 Celebrating Folsom's 150 year history, enjoy a family event featuring a BBQ dinner, gold panning, doll making, blacksmith demonstrations, storytelling, games for kids, a bluegrass band, and other entertainment.
Period or western clothing is encouraged. Proceeds will benefit the Folsom History Museum and Pioneer Village. | Folsom Historical Society/Folsom History Museum | 06/23/12 | Folsom |
Youth Theater Workshop and FundraiserPresented by Christian Youth Theater CYT May 26, 2012 Christian Youth Theater presents a free theater workshop for kids, plus a fundraising BBQ. Theater skills to be taught include drama, voice, and dance. | Christian Youth Theater CYT | 05/26/12 | Roseville |
Disney's Alice in Wonderland Jr. OrientationPresented by Musical Mayhem Productions, Inc. June 2, 2012 Come jump down the rabbit hole with Musical Mayhem Productions. Elk Grove's new, up and coming children's music theatre and workshop is kicking things off right with Disney's Alice in Wonderland Jr. Come sing and dance with us as we follow Alice through the mysterious world known as Wonderland.
Now enrolling children ages 4 to 18 and all special needs persons. Tuition includes: professionally taught blocking, choreography, and vocal rehearsals, script, music CD, show T-shirt,... | Musical Mayhem Productions, Inc. | 06/02/12 | Elk Grove |
Disney's The Jungle Book Kids Summer CampPresented by Musical Mayhem Productions, Inc. June 2-July 28, 2012 Musical Mayhem Productions, Inc. is proud to announce Disney's The Jungle Book Kids Summer Camp. Join Elk Grove's newest music theater experience, a combined camp that includes all aspects of producing a musical. Audition for roles, work rehearsals, create props and costumes, and stage a fantastic performance for the community!
Tuition includes: professional blocking, choreography, and vocal rehearsals, script, prop and costume construction, show T-shirt, music CD, 3 performances... | Musical Mayhem Productions, Inc. | 06/02/12-
07/28/12 | Elk Grove |
Dance Instruction in Various GenresPresented by Spiritdancer Fusion Bellydance May 1-May 31, 2012 Leene offers group and private instruction in belly dance, stretch, lyrical, tap percussion, classical ballet, jazz, and more.
Class focus for the month of May: Arabesques, turns, and small jetes/leaps.
Every dancer wants to be able to create the most graceful and flawless lines. Leene uses advanced techniques that come from Classical Ballet to teach you how to draw flawless lines with your body. A concentration on drills to improve balance & speed in your turns. Muscles... | Spiritdancer Fusion Bellydance | 05/01/12-
05/31/12 | Rancho Cordova |
Sacramento Sings! Performance Summer CampPresented by Sacramento Children's Chorus June 25-June 29, 2012 In this camp children will learn cabaret style with large and small ensemble and solo instruction, audition techniques, and vocal production. This is for children entering 5th grade through 12th grade. | Sacramento Children's Chorus | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Sacramento |
Father's Day 5K: Run for FamiliesPresented by Sacramento Area Emergency Housing Center June 17, 2012 Run, jog, or walk and celebrate 40 years of helping families in need. Since 1972, Sacramento Area Emergency Housing Center has become one of the largest providers of shelter and supportive services to homeless families in the Sacramento region. The agency provices emergency, transitional, and permanent supportive housing to families of all structures, as well as single adults.
SAEHC is poud to be Sacramento's first, and currently one of only two shelters, that allows fathers and boys... | Sacramento Area Emergency Housing Center | 06/17/12 | Roseville |
All Ages Jam with MylarPresented by Mylar Productions June 9, 2012 Fun for the whole family. Legendary singer/songwriter William Mylar hosts his popular Jam With Mylar show which features live, unrehearsed music with pros and up and coming rock stars. Performers as young as 4 years old have performed with Mylar on stage. Sing a longs encouraged! | Mylar Productions | 06/09/12 | Sacramento |
Signing Time Concert: Rachel Coleman LivePresented by Signing Time Foundation August 25, 2012 Emmy-nominated, co-creator and star of Signing Time, Rachel Coleman will be performing to benefit the Signing Time Foundation which helps make sign language fun and accessible to all children here in the US and outreach to help Deaf children in Ghana.
If you love Signing Time, don't miss this event that is sure to make memories to last a lifetime. There will be time to meet and greet with Rachel and Hopkins for photos and autographs and an amazing concert where Rachel... | Signing Time Foundation | 08/25/12 | Roseville |
Relay For Life Orangevale Presented by American Cancer Society June 9, 2012 Relay For Life is a life-changing event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease.
At Relay, teams of people camp out at a local high school, park, or fairground and take turns walking or running around a track or path. Because cancer never sleeps, Relays are overnight events up to 24 hours in length. Relayers do not have to walk all night, but each... | American Cancer Society | 06/09/12 | Orangevale |
Memorial Day ParadePresented by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4647 May 28, 2012 VFW Post 4647 is proud to present the 46th Annual Memorial Day Parade honoring all those who gave their lives in defense of our great country. This is one of the longest running parades in the area, and always well attended by community residents. The parade is sponsored by VFW Post 4647.
The parade begins from the Family Community Church | Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4647 | 05/28/12 | North Highlands |
Carmichael Park Community Band FestivalPresented by Sacramento Valley Symphonic Band Association at Carmichael Park June 2-June 3, 2012 The Sacramento Valley Symphonic Band Association presents the annual Carmichael Park Community Band Festival at Carmichael Park Amphitheater. This is one of the largest community band festivals in California for over 20 years. Included in this year’s line-up is the 59th Army National Guard Band "The Governor’s Own." Bring the entire family, a picnic, lawn chairs, and enjoy a lovely afternoon of music under the shade trees! | Sacramento Valley Symphonic Band Association | 06/02/12-
06/03/12 | Carmichael |
Wet and Wild Pond AnimalsPresented by Effie Yeaw Nature Center at Effie Yeaw Nature Center May 26, 2012 Splashing, skimming, swishing, and swimming—what are all those creatures in the water? Meet an aquatic garter snake and learn about the other aquatic critters found near ponds and rivers. | Effie Yeaw Nature Center | 05/26/12 | Carmichael |
Daddy & Me Storytime for Preschoolers and ToddlersPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library April 28-May 26, 2012 A special storytime just for dads and their toddlers and preschoolers (sorry moms, you’ll need to sit this one out). Children (ages 18 months to 5 years old) are invited to join for 30 minutes of open play followed by storytime. Fun stories, songs, fingerplays, flannelboards, and crafts will be shared each week. | Sacramento Public Library | 04/28/12-
05/26/12 | Elk Grove |
Friends of Franklin Library Book & Bake SalePresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library June 22-June 23, 2012 Friends of Franklin Library is having a book and bake sale. For every $10 spent, get a free baked goodie. Buy $5 worth of books and get a free children’s book. For joining the Friends, get a free book bag valued at $10. Sponsored by the Friends of Franklin Library. | Sacramento Public Library | 06/22/12-
06/23/12 | Elk Grove |
| Summer Reading Kick-Off Party | Sacramento Public Library | 06/02/12 | Elk Grove |
| Lego Block Party | Sacramento Public Library | 06/02/12 | Elk Grove |
| Tempera Fingerpainting for Pre-Readers | Sacramento Public Library | 06/09/12 | Elk Grove |
Puppet Company: Another Princess and the PeaPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library June 16, 2012 Beginning with a prologue introducing Hans Christian Andersen to the children, the Puppet Company invites you to a celebration of one of Andersen's greatest tales. This is a fun and engaging re-telling of the classic tale and will be enjoyed by all ages. | Sacramento Public Library | 06/16/12 | Elk Grove |
| Things that Glow | Sacramento Public Library | 06/28/12 | 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 |
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 |
| Lego Block Party | Sacramento Public Library | 08/18/12 | Elk Grove |
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 |
Country in the ParkPresented by KNCI FM at Gibson Ranch Regional Park August 19, 2012 Line-up for Country in the Park 2012 is TBA
Country in the Park 2011 included: Billy Currington, Joe Nichols, Brett Eldredge, Steve Holy, Love and Theft, Jaron and the Long Road to Love, and The Chris Gardner Band.
For Adults 21+ there will be multiple beer stations. | KNCI FM | 08/19/12 | Elverta |
Willy WonkaPresented by Fair Oaks Theatre Festival at Fair Oaks Veterans Memorial Amphitheatre June 15-July 22, 2012 Based on the book Charlie and The Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl, Willy Wonka is a wonderful story of a boy and his adventures in a most magical Chocolate Factory. Songs are from the score of the 1971 movie ("The Candy Man," "Pure Imagination," & "Oompah Loompah") with new songs added for this adaptation by Academy Award and Grammy winners Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley.
Music and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse and Timothy A.... | Fair Oaks Theatre Festival | 06/15/12-
07/22/12 | Fair Oaks |
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 |
California Capital AirshowPresented by California Capital Airshow at Mather Airport September 8-September 9, 2012 Thrills, chills, and jaw dropping excitement await you at the 2012 California Capital Airshow. Don't miss the USAF Thunderbirds, fast jets, loud warbirds, colorful aerobatic performers, miles of displays, and so much more!
Preview the Thunderbirds performance video below or click here to see the Our Heroes video. | California Capital Airshow | 09/08/12-
09/09/12 | Mather |
Story TimePresented by Aerospace Museum of California at Aerospace Museum of California March 23-June 29, 2012 Please join the Aerospace Museum of California on Friday mornings for Story Time. Designed for children five years old and younger, Story Time will occur every Friday and will focus on space-related or aviation-centric age appropriate books. Once the story is completed, the children will take a tour of the accompanying exhibit in the Museum. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission to the Museum is free for children five and under, however adult admission is required. | Aerospace Museum of California | 03/23/12-
06/29/12 | McClellan |
Jazz-Related Activities at the California State Railroad MuseumPresented by California State Railroad Museum at California State Railroad Museum May 25-May 28, 2012 Coinciding with the 39th Annual Sacramento Music Festival happening over Memorial Day weekend in Old Sacramento, the California State Railroad Museum will offer jazz musicians performing inside the Museum, aboard popular weekend excursion train rides and even complimentary admission to event badge holders. With several music venues located in close proximity to the Railroad Museum and a special free Children’s Stage and activity area just outside the Museum in the “1849... | California State Railroad Museum | 05/25/12-
05/28/12 | Old Sacramento |
Cultural ConnectionsPresented by Sacramento Children's Museum at Sacramento Children's Museum April 5-May 31, 2012 Join the Sacramento Children's Museum every Thursday for Cultural Connections. Each month, they explore and celebrate a new culture. These 20 minute classes in May will focus on Mexico. Classes are free with admission and each child will take home a souvenir. | Sacramento Children's Museum | 04/05/12-
05/31/12 | Rancho Cordova |
RTAA "Little Ones" Tuesday Summer WorkshopPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy at Roseville Theatre June 12-July 31, 2012 The Youth and Little Ones program offers the unique opportunity for every student to participate in every show, with no double casting. We do not mandate parent volunteer hours or require parents to purchase a certain number of tickets. We focus our musical theatre training by teaching basics of singing, dancing, and acting. Our originally written workshop shows culminate in a fun performance for the community, family, and friends.
Students learn one song and dance routine as well as... | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy | 06/12/12-
07/31/12 | Roseville |
RTAA "Little Ones" Wednesday" Summer WorkshopPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy at Roseville Theatre June 13-August 8, 2012 The Youth and Little Ones program offers the unique opportunity for every student to participate in every show, with no double casting. We do not mandate parent volunteer hours or require parents to purchase a certain number of tickets. We focus our musical theatre training by teaching basics of singing, dancing, and acting. Our originally written workshop shows culminate in a fun performance for the community, family and friends.
Students learn one song and dance routine as well as... | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy | 06/13/12-
08/08/12 | Roseville |
RTAA "Little Ones" Thursday Summer WorkshopPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy at Roseville Theatre June 14-August 16, 2012 The Youth and Little Ones program offers the unique opportunity for every student to participate in every show, with no double casting. We do not mandate parent volunteer hours or require parents to purchase a certain number of tickets. We focus our musical theatre training by teaching basics of singing, dancing, and acting. Our originally written workshop shows culminate in a fun performance for the community, family and friends.
Students learn one song and dance routine as... | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy | 06/14/12-
08/16/12 | Roseville |
Show Choir ConcertPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy at Roseville Theatre June 22, 2012 Join at the beautiful Roseville Theatre for a night of singing and live entertainment by the RTAA Show Choir. They would love for you to come see what they've been learning & believe us, you will have so much fun that you just might be tempted into joining the choir. the choir will be singing selections from Les Misérables, Chicago, and Ragtime just to name a few.
There will be a dessert and champagne reception after the concert! | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy | 06/22/12 | Roseville |
| Beginning Jazz Classes | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) | 05/24/12-
06/28/12 | Roseville |
Group Voice LessonsPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) at Roseville Theatre June 4-June 25, 2012 For beginning to intermediate vocalists looking to explore theory, sight singing, placement, & technique. Class will benefit all singers who want to learn to optimize their talent. Instructor: Pavel Kravchuck. | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) | 06/04/12-
06/25/12 | Roseville |
Intermediate Acting ClassesPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) at Roseville Theatre May 23-June 27, 2012 Class designed for serious students who have previous theatre experience but wish to concentrate on acting as a skill. Great preparation for Master Workshop students. Instructor Michelle Raskey. | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) | 05/23/12-
06/27/12 | Roseville |
Show ChoirPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) at Roseville Theatre May 7-December 31, 2012 Let's face it: we're all hams and enjoy performing! RTAA's Community Choir has graduated to Show Choir status! Lots of fun music, harmonies, sight reading and technique, and just a bit of movement...and sometimes throwing food & getting really messy! With Instructor Jennifer Vaughn. | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) | 05/07/12-
12/31/12 | Roseville |
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 |
Downtown Sacramento Walking ToursPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Downtown Sacramento January 1-December 31, 2012 These unique tours through Downtown Sacramento introduce visitors and residents to people, places, and events that shaped California history. From John Sutter to Cesar Chavez, the tours cover more than 150 years of state and local history with topics that range from art and architecture to cultural, religious, and urban history. Each of these guided walking tours last approximately one to two hours.
Tours include:
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12/31/12 | Sacramento |
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