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
Category Archives: Things to do
Blues for Life
On Sunday October 7th 2012 The Torch Club located at 904 15th street in Sacramento, Ca. will be presenting Blues for Life. This event started 12 years ago under the name of Blues for a Cure by the owner of The Torch Club Marina Texeira and a local survivor Sally Katen. In 2007 the events … Continue reading
First Saturday Fired Art Show!
This Saturday October 6th 2012 Alpha Ceramics would cordially like to invite you, and all your friends to the opening of their “Pot Luck!” the Second Annual Ruth Rippon Alumni Show The show is a “Celebration of art, a celebration of learning and a celebration of friends” (Brian Tanner, Alpha Ceramics Genius) A Teacher of … Continue reading
It’s that time again!
Yes, that’s right! It is Happy Hour Mixtape Swap time. Head on over to Phono Select Records with your tape (or CD) in hand, this Saturday, October 6th from 6pm-9pm. Last month was a great time, and us TUBErs ended up with some fantastic new music. As always, there will be snacks, drinks and plenty … Continue reading
Things to Do: Sunday Edition
Tonight at the Townhouse: The Low Flying Owls return to Sacramento w/Lite Brite @ 9:00 pm http://lowflyingowlsmusic.com/ http://litebriteband.com/ Continue reading
Get your dance on at Dance Party!
Beer makes me dance. I’m guilty, I admit it. I like to dance, and beer makes me do it even more. Or at least that’s what my shirt says. So I walk into this sandwich shop in Oakland last weekend wearing my purple cotton t-shirt that proclaims to the whole world, “BEER MAKES ME DANCE!” … Continue reading
Zombies are on the loose, again.
Saturday, September 29th, Sacramento’s very own undead will be flooding the streets once again. The “Invasion Old Sacramento” is a Pub Crawl, Horror Themed Party all starting off with a Zombie Walk. The event kicks off with a pre-party at Shenanigans at 7pm, for corpses of all ages. Then at 8pm the zombies will hit … Continue reading
Looking for something to do right now?
Looking for a last-minute something to do on this beautiful Saturday? The Fair Oaks Community Clubhouse, is sure to provide you with all the fun you need. West Coast Swing dancing will be in full effect from 6:30 pm to 10:30pm tonight. Not much of a dancer? Have no fear! There is a lesson that … Continue reading
Get your taste on Sacramento!
It’s that time of year again folks the Taste of Sacramento returns! This marks the 14th year of festivities. Local and surrounding areas of the greater Sacramento region, gather to explore the areas best food, wine and beer. Vendors supply an endless array of treats while friendly faces will give you the lowdown on all … Continue reading
Need a little heat during fall?
As we settle into September reality begins to slip into place. School has started and the hot days of summer are becoming memories of the past. While the weather may be chilling down, The Sirens are heating things up. This Thursday night, put down the books and head out to Harlows for a night of … 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
Hot Tamales!
If you are hungry, today is your lucky day! The 8th annual Tamales Festival is being held in Ceaser Chavez Park in downtown Sacramento from 11-5pm. The entrance fee is just $5.00 for adults, kids 5 and under are free, and will insure you a ton of entertainment. There will be live music from … Continue reading
Ditch the bikini and get some culture this Labor Day.
Labor Day is usually full of BBqs and one last chance to get into that bikini and lounge by the pool. If you feel like skipping the traditional sunburn and hangover, we know what you should do. Get out and find a little culture on this fine Labor Day and go see the Mel Ramos … Continue reading
The art of a mixtape.
My first car was a dark blue 1973 Volkswagen Bug. It did not have a radio, but it did have a boombox which was attached unsteadily to the glovebox with a bungee cord. Below that glovebox, stashed on the floorboard sliding with every turn was a shoebox full of cassettes. The box was filled with something for … Continue reading
Life Getting You Down? Shake Your Booty!
We all have to let loose every once in a while and dancing is a perfect way to do that. You don’t have to be a professional to swing your hips to the beat and love what’s coming out of the speakers. From dance lessons to night clubs, you can find it all right here … Continue reading
Color Explosion on the Horizon!
Are you ready for a splash of color to brighten your days? Have you been craving some hot, sweaty community interaction, interspersed with fun, laughter, and maybe even some dancing? The Color Run is racing its way through the country this year, and Sacramento is lucky enough to be one of its destinations! Lucky for … Continue reading
Open Art Market starts this Sunday!
Looking for some crafty fun to occupy part of your weekend? Swing on by VOX art gallery this Sunday, July 22nd, between 12 and 4pm. VOX is holding their very first Open Art Market organized by the GorillaKnitting Crew. An array of local vendors are filling up booths with treasured goods. Everything from jewelry, to … Continue reading
The Sizzling Sirens are Here to Rock Your Boat!
The Sizzling Sirens Burlesque Experience began percolating inside Jay Siren after a vacation to Chicago where she was enamored by a local burlesque show. There’s something truly magnetic about glitter, pasties and corsets. After returning to Sacramento in the Spring of 2008 Jay ran a Craigslist ad to begin recruiting her sirens. The ad ran … Continue reading
Time for Swingtime!
This Saturday take yourself back in time at Sacramento’s 4th Annual Swingtime at the Crown Plaza Hotel. While last year will be hard to beat, this year is promised to be better then ever. With 8 bands and 2 DJ’s the music will be nonstop in the air conditioned ballroom. Deke Dickerson and the Ecco-fonics put … Continue reading
Tube will be Doing Dixon!
The Dixon May Fair starts next week and officially runs from May 10-13. What you might not know is that they are kicking it off early this year with Snoop Dogg on the 9th. Other things not to miss: The English Beat on May 10th The Wine Pavilion featuring Solano County wines Destruction Derby! on … Continue reading
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