Lauren Cole Norton sits in the part of Third Space Davis referred to as the Living Room. Her short blonde curls are caught in a headband, and her eyes on her new puppy Rosie, a cute and energetic Pug-Cocker Spaniel mix. When she talks, her Irish accent curls around her r’s and broadens her vowels. … Continue reading
If you have a penchant for charming robots, foul-mouthed television directors, or classic comedy techniques, Resurrection Theatre Company’s current show is up your alley. Comic Potential, which kicked off its run Aug. 22, follows a young female robot going through an identity crisis. Is she an ordinary robot, or something more? We meet folks along … Continue reading
June 2013 was the first time that I laid my eyes on G. Green and it was an absolute happy accident. Visiting the Bike Forth in Davis to catch Parquet Courts and Fine Steps, I stumbled upon the band and their babe of a drummer Liz Liles. At the end of their set I walked … Continue reading
For the last week or so I have heard people talking about where they were going on their Labor day weekend whether it was catching the man burn in Black Rock City, taking the boat out in Tahoe, or laying low to BBQ with some friends. They were all great ideas with memories to be … Continue reading
Home-made recipes are always the best ones; they’re full of originality and flavor that no store could replicate. Growing up and helping my mom cook was always an adventure. When I would ask her how much of an ingredient would go into whatever dish we were making (cookies, lasagna, tortilla wraps… you name it we … Continue reading
ONCE ON A BLUE MOON: COSMIC FAMILY GATHERING For some of us, the waning of the moon brings with it a certain feeling of restlessness, or maybe readiness is a better word, and when the moon comes to fruition twice in the same month this itch is even stronger. August 31, of this year marked … Continue reading
Shine. I found it once by accident and had to go back to make sure it wasn’t a fluke. When I entered, my suspicions were pleasantly reinforced: Shine (1400 E St., 916-551-1400) on Tuesday nights (8-10:30) is a jazzy spot. This quaint mid-town coffee house has an intimate, yet communal, feel concurrently. Instantly, one can … Continue reading
Sacramento’s famous cocktail week just passed and TUBE peeked in at a few events! Cocktail week kicked off on Sunday, August 19th on J & 20th with its first annual tasting event. Next would be the Genever Gin night held at Red Rabbit, the first night of events I was able to attend. I walked … Continue reading
Hidden on Q street between 19th and 20th you’ll find one of Sacramento’s newest places for rule-breaking, Pour House. The location sits right next to the railroad tracks, looking sketchy with little surrounding it. I wasn’t sure what to think until I stepped through the doors, and stepped into the heart of the Prohibition. I slowly take … Continue reading
Looking for something to do on a Monday night? Every Monday at Dive Bar (located on K street between 10th and 11th) you’ll find just enough party to get your week started right …or wrong. They hold a themed party from 9:30PM to midnight every Monday. This last Monday was themed “Animal House,” similar to … Continue reading
Sometimes we all need a little get away to Mother Nature that reminds us of the beauty of life. The simple pleasures in life are often the ones most forgotten, yet seem to bring us the most joy. From beautiful views to the raw sound of rushing water, going back to the basics helps remind … Continue reading
Skateboarding. A massive overhead existence burning like some hurdling star through the streets across benches and tables over planters and stairways, shredding on the ramps and parks that have grown from this now very human and essential need that people find in there souls, Screaming. Skateboard! Skateboarding, with its gritty punk enthralled surf inspired roots … Continue reading
Skateboarding. A massive overhead existence burning like some hurdling star through the streets across benches and tables over planters and stairways, shredding on the ramps and parks that have grown from this now very human and essential need that people find in there souls, Screaming. Skateboard! Skateboarding, with its gritty punk enthralled surf inspired roots … Continue reading
I’m a big fan of the sleepy little towns that lie along the Delta, and the little town of Freeport is one of my favorites. Its moniker is “The Gateway to the Delta” and you enter it by taking Freeport Blvd all the way south, past Meadowview, toward the river, and through what the locals … Continue reading
Need something to do tomorrow? Head on over to the La Sierra Skate Park in Carmichael. Adrian Bourgeois, Genrenaut, and Isaac Bear will be playing some tunes to help raise money towards keeping the Carmichael Skate Park up and running. Show starts at 3 and goes until 8pm. Cover is just $5.00. Make sure to … Continue reading
Imagine yourself as a child at the turn of the century, say, in the year 1900. Imagine you beg your parents to take you to watch the circus that has just pulled into town. You enter the tent, you hear the ringmaster shouting, “Come one, come all, come feast your eyes on my amazing circus, … Continue reading
The Oakland Athletics are on a hot streak – they’ve now won 15 of their last 17 games and are easily the hottest team in baseball right now. They beat the New York Yankees four games in a row last week, and did it with a nail-biting, one-run victory margin every single time. The unexpected … Continue reading
Think a visit to Napa / Sonoma has to be all about wine, cheese and antiques? Hell no! Hands down, one of the coolest things I have done in 2012 is ride ziplines through the giant redwoods of Sonoma County. I have always been jealous of my friends who have ridden the famous ziplines of … Continue reading
Psychobilly Gods from Texas descended down upon this great town of Sacramento on a tour bus of fire this past Tuesday night. That’s right The Reverend Horton Heat played the Ace of Spades and packed the house on a night conventionally reserved for takin er easy so that you can work and be productive the … Continue reading
Skateboarding is a sport. It is a way to be an individual and a way to express yourself. La Sierra Skate Park proved this when they built a skate park in 2000. The skate park was built out of an old high school pool and turned it into a master piece. It was built for … Continue reading
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