An Exciting Concert In The Park
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An Exciting Concert In The Park

Last night’s Concerts in the Park was a blast. There was a diversity of genres but a consistently high-energy sound to get the blood pumping: Hail the Sun, Kill the Precedent, Peace Killers, and NMBRSTTN. The bands worked the crowd up into a small but whirling mosh pit. Some of the other sights were skateboarders, … Continue reading

The LIST: May 25-31
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The LIST: May 25-31

Feast in the Streets at The Merchant Warehouse Sacramento is truly blessed to have a variety of amazing food everywhere we go, so don’t miss out on this chance to see a ton of great spots in one place! On Wednesday, May 25, from 5:30-8:30 PM, The Merchant Warehouse (1425 C Street) is hosting Feast … Continue reading

Dropping Anchor at the (First) First Festival
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Dropping Anchor at the (First) First Festival

Over Memorial Day weekend, TUBE. had the opportunity to drop anchor at the inaugural First Festival in West Sacramento’s River Walk Park. The festival featured 18 local bands on three stages. The Main Stage was lined up with bands like Whiskey & Stitches, D.U.S.T., A Mile Till Dawn, and Humble Wolf. The Yelp Stage featured … Continue reading

Behind the Bar.
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Behind the Bar.

In this year’s list of the thirty best coffees in America, industry arbiter Coffee Review listed four coffees from Sacramento, which is more than any other city on the list. Coffee Review rates bean varieties from independent roasters. Temple and Old Soul, who are major bean suppliers for the shops throughout Sacramento, each had two … Continue reading

Del Paso design market delights
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Del Paso design market delights

On Del Paso Boulevard, there’s a place where designers, artisans and chefs come together to provide a vibrant shopping experience unique to the area. And it’s GOOD. GOOD: street food + design market celebrated its birthday in early July – marking its third year as a destination dedicated as much to the culture as the … Continue reading

An American Abroad: A Week with the Hungarians and Some Final Thoughts About Europe
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An American Abroad: A Week with the Hungarians and Some Final Thoughts About Europe

This is the thirteenth in a weekly series that was planned to cover my travels until the end of June. Unfortunately, I had a bit of an accident, and it has delayed the writing process a little. The series chronicles my travels in Europe and the interesting things I came upon or wished someone had told me before … Continue reading

An American Abroad: A Quick Jaunt Through Venice and Vienna
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An American Abroad: A Quick Jaunt Through Venice and Vienna

This is the twelveth in a weekly series that was planned to cover my travels until the end of June. Unfortunately, I had a bit of an accident, and it has delayed the writing process a little. The series chronicles my travels in Europe and the interesting things I came upon or wished someone had told me before … Continue reading

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An American Abroad: Eight Days Wandering the Emerald Isle

This is the eleventh in a weekly series that will extend until the end of June. It will chronicle my travels in Europe and the interesting things I come upon or wish someone had told me before I left. I will spend three weeks on a rail and boat trip ending in Budapest. This is the first … Continue reading

An American in London: Week 3 in the Victorian City
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An American in London: Week 3 in the Victorian City

This is the eighth in a weekly series that will extend until the end of June. It will chronicle my travels in Europe and the interesting things I come upon or wish someone had told me before I left.  I will spend five weeks focusing on London.  Trying to find a club open past 11 … Continue reading

Lagunitas throws their 5th Annual Beer Circus.
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Lagunitas throws their 5th Annual Beer Circus.

Lagunitas sure knows how to throw a party.  For the past 5 years they have opened their brewery to hundreds of festively dress people in order to help raise money to keep music in schools.  The event is held every year in mid May at the Lagunitas Brewery in Petaluma CA.  The day consists of … Continue reading

Wine & Mushroom Experience at the Old Sugar Mill – Jan 12th and 13th
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Wine & Mushroom Experience at the Old Sugar Mill – Jan 12th and 13th

The wineries of the Old Sugar Mill in Clarksburg invite everyone to the Wine & Mushroom Experience, a savory fete to warm up this chilly January weekend. Come enjoy wine and food pairings at all ten tasting rooms at this beautiful winery, just south of Sacramento on the Delta. There will be lots of live music, entertainment and seminars … Continue reading

Dine Downtown Restaurant Week 1/9 – 1/18
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Dine Downtown Restaurant Week 1/9 – 1/18

Experience the best of Downtown Sacramento’s culinary treats during the 2013 Dine Downtown Restaurant Week! From Wednesday, January 9th through Friday, January 18th, local chefs will offer special three-course dinner menus for only $30 per person. Support our local economy, discover a new restaurant, try some delicious food, and enjoy a tasty night out! For … Continue reading

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Ice Cream, Cloning and Columbus Day

We all remember the ridiculous song we sung long ago in our elementary years: “In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue…” Today we are met with, yet again, another Columbus Day. Cheers to celebrating the man that accidentally bumped into our already inhabited continent. For those free of work and/or school, today is merely a … Continue reading

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Come Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day

For many, an iconic American staple such as the cheeseburger can not be contained to just one day. In our culture of self-indulgence and immoderation many of us celebrate cheeseburgers on a daily basis. What’s that you say? You’re a disenchanted vegan tired of quinoa burgers? Well, the Sacramento Burger Battle today at Raley Field … Continue reading