| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Wii GamingPresented by Sacramento Public Library at Franklin Community Library June 20, 2012 Come join for an afternoon of fun on the Franklin Wii. Not interested in Smash Brothers? There'll also be some old-school classics, such as Apples to Apples, Mafia, and perhaps even Mouse Trap. Also, dare we say…crayons? | Sacramento Public Library | 06/20/12 | Elk Grove |
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 |
Pops in the Park Summer Concert Series: Ivan Najera and FriendsPresented by Councilman Steve Cohn & Pops in the Park Committee at Bertha Henschel Park June 23, 2012 Councilman Steve Cohn and the Pops in the Park Committee are pleased to present the annual Pops in the Park summer concert series, featuring Ivan Najera and Friends at Bertha Henschel Park. Food and beverages will be for sale, and all proceeds benefit neighborhood and park improvements.
Ecuadorian born guitarist Iván Nájera, presents an explosive show of feelings and skill expressed through his guitar and vocal... | Councilman Steve Cohn & Pops in the Park Committee | 06/23/12 | Sacramento |
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 |
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 |
The Avett BrothersPresented by Square Peg Concerts at Woodlake Hotel Sacramento (formerly Radisson Hotel Sacramento) June 24, 2012 There is no harmony like brotherly harmony. Something indelible in the weave of voices and play of sensibilities is stamped into the fraternal DNA and also stems from a lifetime of shared experiences. You can hear it in classic brother acts across the musical spectrum, from the Louvin Brothers to the Everly Brothers and on down the decades through the Wilson brothers (Beach Boys), the Davies brothers (Kinks), the Allman Brothers and even the Brothers Gibb (a.k.a., the Bee Gees). You can... | Square Peg Concerts | 06/24/12 | Sacramento |
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 |
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 Jazz ClassesPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) at Roseville Theatre May 15-June 26, 2012 Class incorporates basic ballet & stretching, and core building exercises to keep the student feeling energized and gaining dancer strength! Perfect for continuing dancers. Instructor: Stephen Hatcher. | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) | 05/15/12- 06/26/12 | 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 |
| The Play's the Thing | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) | 05/23/12- 06/27/12 | 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 |
| Beginning Jazz Classes | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) | 05/24/12- 06/28/12 | Roseville |
Camp Music CircusPresented by California Musical Theatre at Memorial Auditorium June 18-June 29, 2012 Camp Music Circus is designed to develop creativity, enhance self-confidence, and encourage an interest in musical theatre and the performing arts. Age-appropriate theatre games, improvisational activities, and role-playing add energy and fun to classes in singing, dancing, and acting. Campers share their newly developed skills in a closing performance of a mini musical for family and friends. | California Musical Theatre | 06/18/12- 06/29/12 | Sacramento |
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 |
Grease the MusicalPresented by Music Circus and California Musical Theatre at Wells Fargo Pavilion June 26-July 1, 2012 Fun, friendship, and humor abound in this nostalgic trip to Rydell High in 1959, complete with greasers, slumber parties, sock hops, and lots of singing and dancing. Sandy and Danny’s romance sparks hit songs like "Summer Nights" and "You’re the One That I Want." | Music Circus | 06/26/12- 07/01/12 | 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 |
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 |
CCYW Summer Workshop SeriesPresented by Capitol City Young Writers at Capital Public Radio July 9-July 12, 2012 Young writers in grades 6-12 can join award-winning authors, editors, poets and literary agents for four full mornings of inspiring and educational workshops. The summer workshops are offered to young writers who want to improve their writing. The workshops will take place over the course of a week. Various classes will be offered for students to choose from including fiction, non-fiction, screenplay, poetry, broadcast radio, journalism, technical writing, etc.
Each year, the... | Capitol City Young Writers | 07/09/12- 07/12/12 | Sacramento |
Art + Acting Summer Day Camp: Monsters, Masks, & VillainsPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) at Roseville Theatre July 9-July 13, 2012 You are in for a unique camp experience that features both art and the art of acting. In this comprehensive one-week program you'll recieve performance training including voice, movement, and comedy alongside mask-making, costume making, as well as storyboarding and set creation. Work with the acting pros at Roseville Theatre Arts Academy for half the day and artists at Blue Line Gallery for the other half.
Ever wonder why you love Ursula or Cruella Deville? From Phantom of the... | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) | 07/09/12- 07/13/12 | Roseville |
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 |
Very Special Arts DayPresented by Fairytale Town and I Can Do That! (frmly VSA Arts of California at Sacramento) at Fairytale Town July 14, 2012 Enjoy a day in the park and participate in several different art "funshops" for kids of all abilities, provided by I Can Do That! Activities include painting, drawing, and tons of messy art fun.
The day features high-quality performances by very special artists, displays of visual artwork created by VSA arts of California at Sacramento students each spring, plus several Funshops (hands-on workshops) such as collage, mobiles, yarn painting, block print-making, and ink-blot... | Fairytale Town | 07/14/12 | Sacramento |
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 |
RTAA Summer Day Camp: Monsters, Masks, & VillainsPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy at Roseville Theatre July 9-July 20, 2012 In order to cultivate an actor’s potential, we believe they must be trained and given the opportunity to grow! RTAA’s Summer Camp program is designed to provide comprehensive performance training and focus on specific skills like voice, movement, mask making, slapstick comedy and much more!
For RTAA Miss Hannigan's Summer Camp for Kids only: Each session features dance, vocal/singing instruction, acting instruction, and rehearsal time. Each session will have a... | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy | 07/09/12- 07/20/12 | Roseville |
Art + Acting Summer Day Camp: Monsters, Masks & VillainsPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) at Roseville Theatre July 9-July 20, 2012 You are in for a unique camp experience that features both art and the art of acting. In this comprehensive two-week program you'll recieve performance training including voice, movement, and comedy alongside mask-making, costume making, and storyboarding and set creation. Work with the acting pros at Roseville Theatre Arts Academy for half the day and artists at Blue Line Gallery for the other half.
Ever wonder why you love Ursula or Cruella Deville? From Phantom of the Opera... | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) | 07/09/12- 07/20/12 | Roseville |
Art + Acting Summer Day Camp: Monsters, Masks, & VillainsPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) at Roseville Theatre July 16-July 20, 2012 You are in for a unique camp experience that features both art and the art of acting. In this comprehensive program you'll recieve performance training including voice, movement, and comedy alongside mask-making, costume making, and storyboarding and set creation. Work with the acting pros at Roseville Theatre Arts Academy for half the day and artists at Blue Line Gallery for the other half.
Ever wonder why you love Ursula, or Cruella Deville? From Phantom of the Opera to the... | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) | 07/16/12- 07/20/12 | Roseville |
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 |
| Lego Block Party | Sacramento Public Library | 07/21/12 | Elk Grove |
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 |
Disney's The Little MermaidPresented by Music Circus and California Musical Theatre at Wells Fargo Pavilion July 10-July 22, 2012 Disney storytelling at its best! Unsatisfied with her life in the sea, young mermaid Ariel longs to experience the human world above, so she embarks on a fascinating journey to discover her true self. Featuring the songs "Under the Sea" and "Part of Your World." | Music Circus | 07/10/12- 07/22/12 | Sacramento |
The Fairytale Town Troupers present: Sinbad & Aladdin: The Arabian KnightsPresented by Fairytale Town at Fairytale Town July 14-July 22, 2012 The Fairytale Town Troupers return for their second show of the season. In this original production, the greatest superheroes of the ancient world join forces on a magical quest to rescue the supreme storyteller Scheherazade from the clutches of an evil Wizard and his monstrous minions.
Performances will be held on the outdoor Mother Goose Stage. | Fairytale Town | 07/14/12- 07/22/12 | Sacramento |
Art + Acting Summer Day Camp: Broadway BoundPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) at Roseville Theatre July 23-July 27, 2012 You are in for a unique camp experience that features both art and the art of acting. In this comprehensive one-week program you will recieve performance training including voice, movement, and comedy alongside mask-making, costume making, and storyboarding and set creation. Work with the acting pros at Roseville Theatre Arts Academy for half the day and artists at Blue Line Gallery for the other half.
Do you love Glee, Highschool Musical, and Fame? Campers will... | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) | 07/23/12- 07/27/12 | Roseville |
28th Annual Birthday Cake & Ice Cream Safari Presented by Sacramento Zoo at Sacramento Zoo July 28, 2012 Come out to the Zoo's official birthday party! Join the Sacramento Zoo at the 28th Annual Ice Cream Safari where you can get all-you-can-eat Baskin Robbins Ice Cream in cones, sundaes, and floats along with all-you-can-drink Coca-Cola beverages. Explore the 14-acre zoo with ice cream treats around every corner!
Entertainment for the kids and fun for everyone--face painting, an Ice Cream Dance Party, and live entertainment. Don’t forget to enter the GiRaffle for the chance to win... | Sacramento Zoo | 07/28/12 | Sacramento |
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 |
159th Annual California State FairPresented by California Exposition & State Fair at Cal Expo July 12-July 29, 2012 BIG FUN for Everyone: In addition to this year's new attractions, the State Fair will focus its traditional exhibits and competitions on recreation, sports, and tourism that make California an adventure capitol of the world. The 159th California State Fair theme is FUN that Moves You! It's all about BIG FUN, and this year’s entertainment, exhibits, and coming attractions are predicted to get you out of your chair and to the State Fair for an exciting summer... | California Exposition & State Fair | 07/12/12- 07/29/12 | Sacramento |
Sacramento Shakespeare FestivalPresented by Sacramento Shakespeare Festival at William Land Park June 29-July 29, 2012 The Comedy of Errors by William Shakespeare and King Arthur (a new play as if written by Shakespeare) by Luther Hanson will be performed at the Sacramento Shakespeare Festival. | Sacramento Shakespeare Festival | 06/29/12- 07/29/12 | Sacramento |
RTAA "Youth" Tuesday Summer WorkshopPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy at Roseville Theatre June 5-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.
No lead roles; everyone has lines, several dances and... | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy | 06/05/12- 07/31/12 | Roseville |
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 |
RTAA Summer Day Camp: Broadway BoundPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy at Roseville Theatre July 23-August 3, 2012 In order to cultivate an actor's potential, we believe they must be trained and given the opportunity to grow! RTAA's Summer Camp program is designed to provide comprehensive performance training and focus on specific skills like voice, movement, mask making, slapstick comedy, and much more.
For RTAA Miss Hannigan’s Summer Camp for Kids only: Each session features dance, vocal/singing instruction, acting instruction, and rehearsal time. Each session will have a... | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy | 07/23/12- 08/03/12 | Roseville |
Art + Acting Summer Day Camp: Broadway Bound Presented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) at Roseville Theatre July 23-August 3, 2012 You are in for a unique camp experience that features both art and the art of acting. In this comprehensive two-week program you will recieve performance training including voice, movement, and comedy alongside mask-making, costume making, and storyboarding and set creation. Work with the acting pros at Roseville Theatre Arts Academy for half the day and artists at Blue Line Gallery for the other half.
Do you love Glee, Highschool Musical, and Fame? Campers will... | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) | 07/23/12- 08/03/12 | Roseville |
Art + Acting Summer Day Camp: Broadway BoundPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) at Roseville Theatre July 30-August 3, 2012 You are in for a unique camp experience that features both art and the art of acting. In this comprehensive one-week program you will recieve performance training including voice, movement, and comedy alongside mask-making, costume making, and storyboarding and set creation. Work with the acting pros at Roseville Theatre Arts Academy for half the day and artists at Blue Line Gallery for the other half.
Do you love Glee, Highschool Musical, and Fame? Campers will... | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy (RTAA) | 07/30/12- 08/03/12 | Roseville |
iD Tech CampPresented by iD Tech Camps at Sacramento State (CSUS) June 24-August 3, 2012 iD Tech Camps offer day and sleep-away summer technology programs at 60+ colleges and universities nationwide, with week-long, and multi-week options available.
Campers (ages 7-17) create iPhone apps, video games, websites with Flash, digital movies, C++/Java programs, robots, 3D animations, and more. Year-round learning opportunities and Accredited Continuing Education Units are available.
Special teen programs (ages 13-18) include iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming... | iD Tech Camps | 06/24/12- 08/03/12 | Sacramento |
City of Trees Food Tasting and Cultural Walking TourPresented by Local Roots Food Tours at Memorial Auditorium April 23-August 4, 2012 Join in on a 3 hour guided culinary walking adventure. Learn what continues to make Sacramento a unique and delicious city, one taste at a time. Explore tree-lined side streets, Italianate mansions, historical neighborhood districts, and great restaurants all set within a beautiful Northern Sierras backdrop. The three-hour City of Trees Food Tasting & Cultural Walking Tour will let you see an insider's look at the can't-miss eateries and restaurants that only the locals are lucky enough... | Local Roots Food Tours | 04/23/12- 08/04/12 | Sacramento |
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 |
RTAA "Youth" Wednesday Summer WorkshopPresented by Roseville Theatre Arts Academy at Roseville Theatre June 12-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.
No lead roles; everyone has lines, several dances and... | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy | 06/12/12- 08/08/12 | Roseville |
3rd Annual Sacramento Banana FestivalPresented by Sojourner Truth Multicultural Arts Museum at William Land Park August 10, 2012 The Banana Festival returns to Sacramento for their third year! This year they will have another amazing line up of local entertainment, even more scrumptious banana foods, and loads of banana-themed family fun filled with music, food, art, dance, and films. | Sojourner Truth Multicultural Arts Museum | 08/10/12 | Sacramento |
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 |