| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Rendezvous with Cool BeansPresented by Blue Lamp Lounge at Blue Lamp Lounge September 3, 2010 The whiskey soaked vocals of Kelly Rogers and the smooth as silk rhymes of Kayatta "Kaepea" Patton join forces to bring a rock band together with indie hip-hoppers. Together they effortlessly blend rock, blues, funk, reggaeton, grunge, soul, rap, and word. Based out of Northern California and poised to take over the world, RWCB sound is guaranteed to get the sex drive pumping and the heads nodding.
The band rounds itself into a rough thing of beauty with Crystal Rivas’... | Blue Lamp Lounge | 09/03/10 | Sacramento |
Labor of Love IISeptember 3, 2010 Master Barber & Beauty Shop presents: Master Renaissance "Labor of Love II / The Love Jones" featuring award winning poets Terry Moore and Shemida Jade Lowe. | | 09/03/10 | |
The Department of Rock ft. Mother MayhemPresented by Hip Entertainment at Powerhouse Pub September 3, 2010 Wanna rock and roll all night? Come out and party with The Department of Rock featuring Mother Mayhem. They'll be playing all your favorite tunes, along with some of their greatest hits. This is one show you don't wanna miss, so spread the word and join the force!
Must be 21 to enter. | Hip Entertainment | 09/03/10 | Folsom |
| Darksun Skypilot | Jerry Perry Presents | 09/04/10 | Sacramento |
Benefit Concert featuring MontrosePresented by Baja Records September 4, 2010 Get on your bad motor scooters (or in your minivan) and join the fun! All ages welcome. Music, food, booths, beer & wine, raffles, and more. Relayer and Jerry Jennings Band open the show before Montrose takes the stage.
All proceeds go to The Gathering Inn and The Self Reliance Project...help us help others help themselves! | Baja Records | 09/04/10 | |
Eye of the ArchitectPresented by Marilyn's on K at Marilyn's on K Street September 4, 2010 Eye of the Architect is a unique musical project originally from Placerville, CA, now relocated to Sacramento. They have been playing shows locally since 2005. The music of Eye of the Architect is viral in nature. The structure, frequency, and content are designed to stimulate both the reasoning and creative centers of the brain. We are in some senses trying to convey in sound something similar to what Paul Laffoley is conveying in... | Marilyn's on K | 09/04/10 | Sacramento |
Feva in da FunkhousePresented by SBL Entertainment at Harlow's September 4, 2010 Feva In Da Funkhouse is a live band determined to put the urban swagger of soul music back in to Hip-Hop Culture. Their first live band album Hip-Hop Nationalism: Tha Manifesto is a lush hybrid of original grooves that challenges the quality of music the industry is currently producing. By fusing witty thought-provoking lyricism and musical arrangements with grassroots styles of funk, silky soul, reggae, reggaeton, rock, jazz, and hip-hop, Feva In Da Funkhouse manages to rescue the... | SBL Entertainment | 09/04/10 | Sacramento |
Old GhostPresented by Blue Lamp Lounge at Blue Lamp Lounge September 4, 2010 After moving to Sacramento in 1989 and experiencing racism and social injustice on both sides of the coast, Old Ghost desired to know more about the roots of the society he lived in. Taking to the likes of Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, 2Pac, Public Enemy, X-Clan, Brand Nubian and Rakim and being inspired by people such as Che, Malcom X, Marcus Garvey, Angela Davis, Huey P. Newton, along with many others, he began a long road towards empowerment and... | Blue Lamp Lounge | 09/04/10 | Sacramento |
Rainbow Festival Street Fair Avg. Event Rating(5.0 Stars): September 5, 2010 Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars):  Held in the heart of midtown Sacramento’s Gay and Lesbian Community, known as "Lavender Heights," the hope this year is to draw even more people than last year’s record turnout! The core purpose of Rainbow Festival is twofold: To raise money for charities that have significant importance to the Lesbian and Gay Community and to raise public awareness of those charities; to create a celebration of our Pride that is pure fun!
THE RAINBOW FESTIVAL strives to... | | 09/05/10 | |
The Silent ComedyPresented by Jerry Perry Presents at Old Ironsides September 5, 2010 The Silent Comedy began casually in 2005 as a side project of the Post-Punk group, Dehra Dun. Started as a recording project for songwriting brothers J. John and J. Benjamin, the band quickly gained steam as word of their energetic live show spread.
Eventually Dehra Dun went by the wayside, and the brothers focused their efforts fully on The Silent Comedy. Since that time they have grown to playing consistently sold-out hometown... | Jerry Perry Presents | 09/05/10 | Sacramento |
Movie Night: Willy Wonka & The Chocolate FactoryPresented by Fairytale Town at Fairytale Town September 5, 2010 Fairytale Town Presents, Movie Night: Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory. "Invention, my dear friends, is 93% perspiration, 6% electricity, 4% evaporation and 2% butterscotch ripple," said Willy Wonka. Relive this zany classic movie at Fairytale Town as we feature Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory on the BIG SCREEN under our canopy of trees! Catch Gene Wilder, his crazy candy kingdom, Oompa Loompas, and those golden tickets.
Movie Policy: No outside food... | Fairytale Town | 09/05/10 | Sacramento |
Screening: Salt of the Earth (1954)Presented by Movies on a Big Screen at Guild Theater September 5, 2010 Salt of the Earth (1954): The only feature film blacklisted in the US, and made by blacklisted filmmakers!
"Salt of the Earth" portrays the story of the Empire Zinc Mine strike in 1951. Directed by Herbert Biberman ("Meet Nero Wolfe"), Produced by Paul Jarrico ("Tom, Dick and Harry") and written by Michael Wilson "Lawrence of Arabia," "Planet of the Apes") the film employed a handful of real actors, but mostly utilized mine... | Movies on a Big Screen | 09/05/10 | Sacramento |
Joe DeRosa from HBO and Chelsea LatelyPresented by Punch Line Comedy Club at Punch Line Comedy Club September 2-September 5, 2010 Joe DeRosa performs constantly, making appearances of all kinds. Most recently he became a regular on The Opie and Anthony radio show, had a guest role on the IFC series Z-Rock, and was one of twelve comedians selected to perform on HBO’s stand-up comedy show Down and Dirty with Jim Norton. Joe taped a half-hour Comedy Central Presents special which aired in the winter of 2009 and his debut stand-up album The Depression Auction will be released on Comedy... | Punch Line Comedy Club | 09/02/10- 09/05/10 | Sacramento |
The Lew Fratis TrioPresented by The Torch Club at The Torch Club August 3-September 7, 2010 Lew Fratis Trio is a combination of Lew Fratis, Kenny Nichols and Dave Garrity and you get very passionate trio that will leave you wanting more. Their energetic styles on stage provide a show that is sure to electrify any crowd and leave them wanting more. | The Torch Club | 08/03/10- 09/07/10 | Sacramento |
Open Mic Showcase at Laughs Unlimited September 7, 2010 Every 1st Tuesday of the month Laughs Unlimited hosts the best open-mic showcase in Northern California. The show functions like the premier showcase clubs in Los Angeles and New York with 15-20 local amateurs and professional comedians performing short sets. It's like a comedy workout! If you have never experienced this type of show, check it out. We know you will enjoy it. | | 09/07/10 | Sacramento |
HelmetPresented by SBL Entertainment at Harlow's September 8, 2010 In 1989, Page Hamilton co-founded the New York-based Helmet, fusing Zeppelinesque riffing with a vehement post-hardcore precision, augmented by dense chords and offbeat time signatures based in Hamilton’s formal jazz training. The combination was that rarest of visionary creations.
Seeing Eye Dog, Helmet’s seventh album, is one of the band’s most uncompromising and ambitious releases, embodying the classic and utterly unique Helmet sound and pushing it into... | SBL Entertainment | 09/08/10 | Sacramento |
Creative Merger II: Justice & Peace Opening Night Gala Avg. Event Rating(5.0 Stars): Presented by Sacramento County Public Law Library at Sacramento County Public Law Library June 9-September 9, 2010 Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars):  Join us for the Opening Gala! Art created by lawyers, therapists, mediators, musicians, and artists highlighting images related to justice, peace, and conflict resolution. A creative collaboration by California Lawyers for the Arts, Therapists for Social Responsibility, The Sacramento County Public Law Library and The Sacramento Philharmonic.
An evening of original art, live music by the Sacramento Philharmonic Jazz Trio, passed hors d’oeuvres, and a silent auction. Proceeds... | Sacramento County Public Law Library | 06/09/10- 09/09/10 | Sacramento |
| Iron Man 2 Special Screening | UNIQUE programs | 09/09/10 | Sacramento |
Metro EDGE Birthday BashPresented by Sacramento Metro Chamber September 9, 2010 You probably don’t remember your first birthday. That’s OK. You’ll remember ours. On 9/9/10, Metro EDGE celebrate one-year of engaging, developing, giving, and empowering across the Sacramento region. With over 450 members, this night will surely be unforgettable. So join us!
Cost of entry opens the stylish door to Zagat-rated, midtown hot spot Mulvaney’s B&L where farm-to-table eats, drink specials, and gourmet birthday cupcakes await. Come celebrate as we... | Sacramento Metro Chamber | 09/09/10 | |
Mason JenningsPresented by SBL Entertainment at Harlow's September 9, 2010 Mason Jennings is a pop-folk singer-songwriter well known for his simple yet catchy melodies, intimate lyrics, literary and historical themes, and distinct voice. | SBL Entertainment | 09/09/10 | Sacramento |
Junior KellyPresented by SBL Entertainment at Harlow's September 10, 2010 Tall, dreadlocked Junior Kelly is a devout Rastafarian on a serious musical mission which is manifested through the quality of his contemplative lyrics, the diversity of his substantial subject matter and his inspirational delivery. Born in Kingston 13, Junior was raised in nearby Spanish Town. Throughout his childhood, he was surrounded by music, his grandfather and father both played banjo, his mother sang in the Church and his oldest brother Jim was a popular Deejay with the Kilamanjaro... | SBL Entertainment | 09/10/10 | Sacramento |
Hometown Show at The Coffee Garden September 10, 2010 ... always Just Passin' Through singing songs about friends, family, familiar faces, places and fading memories. Matthew Harrison (a.k.a Hometown Show) has received national airplay and toured extensively throughout the UK/US. Hometown Show has had the pleasure of sharing the stage with top international artists such as; Austin Lucas, Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit, Josh Small, Lemuria, Mike Hale and Chris Murray.
"From the... | | 09/10/10 | Sacramento |
18th Annual Fairytale Town After Hours Presented by Sacramento Area Emergency Housing Center at Fairytale Town September 10, 2010 The 18th Annual Fairytale Town After Hours is a fundraiser benefitting Sacramento Area Emergency Housing Center. This evening will include a wide array of local restaurants and beverage providers serving their own tasty creations, as well as a fantastic silent auction.
Fairytale Town After Hours is Sacramento Area Emergency Housing Center's only source of discretionary income and it is because of our supporters' generosity that we are able to continue to provide excellent housing and... | Sacramento Area Emergency Housing Center | 09/10/10 | Sacramento |
Christian Brothers Wine, Beer, and Food Extravaganza at Christian Brothers High School September 10, 2010 For over 22 years, the Christian Brothers Wine, Beer, and Food Extravaganza has been a signature event. More popular than ever, the event drew over 2,000 people in 2009. The 2009 event also featured over 50 wineries, 20 breweries, and 40 restaurants. Through the proceeds from this event last year, our alumni association was able to net over sixty thousand dollars, which went to the school’s tuition assistance program.
This year, we'll also feature limited-admission Private... | | 09/10/10 | Sacramento |
Ian EthanPresented by SBL Entertainment at Harlow's September 10, 2010 Acoustic Double-Neck Guitarist Ian Ethan's new album Into Open Land is an exploration of the largely untraversed musical territory that this unique 18-string instrument provides access to.
Unveiling the true musical potential of an instrument that has previously seen little serious use as more than a stage prop, the Vermont artist employs a wide variety of highly-innovative playing techniques that take full advantage of 18 strings, two fretboards, and his experience as a... | SBL Entertainment | 09/10/10 | Sacramento |
| Movie in the Park | City of Sacramento- Dept of Parks & Rec | 09/10/10 | Sacramento |
Monte Carlo 2010Presented by Active 20-30 of Greater Sacramento #1032 at The Elks Tower Historic Ballroom September 11, 2010 The Active 20-30 Club of Greater Sacramento #1032 continues to take aim at supporting local children’s charities by asking supporters to take a chance and roll the dice at the 29th Annual Monte Carlo Night. Admission includes an evening of Monte Carlo style gaming, DJ entertainment, dancing, silent auction and raffle, and hosted beer, wine and hors d’oeurves.
Guests must be 21 or older, cocktail attire suggested.
One of two major fundraising events for Active... | Active 20-30 of Greater Sacramento #1032 | 09/11/10 | Sacramento |
| Fascination | Jerry Perry Presents | 09/11/10 | Sacramento |
Guinness Beer Brunch at De Vere's Irish Pub September 11-September 12, 2010 Join us for a new way to experience Brunch and Ireland's favorite pint. Buy a 20 oz Pint of Guinness beer for $9 and keep the Guinness Pint beer glass with refills for $5.
Guinness is a perfect beer and great to drink with breakfast, but feel free to try Guinness a new way! Try Guinness with Champagne, with Magners Irish Cider, and much more! Beer has always been for breakfast but it has never been this good! | | 09/11/10- 09/12/10 | Sacramento |
Movies on a Big Screen 4th Anniversary: Crime WavePresented by Movies on a Big Screen at Guild Theater September 12, 2010 It's our 4th year anniversary, so we're going back into our archive to show one of MOBS' personal favorites!
Crime wave: From "Kids in the Hall" director John Paizs comes a surreal comedic obscurity from 1985. There's no true way to try to convey this film in words, but the general plot centers on a quiet young man (also played by Paizs) who is intent on writing "the greatest color crime movie ever made," but can only write beginnings and endings - and those... | Movies on a Big Screen | 09/12/10 | Sacramento |
Erik Griffin featuring Adam Norwest at Laughs Unlimited September 8-September 12, 2010 Erik is a first generation American with a Central American Caribbean mother, and a father of European descent. With his multicultural background, he blends into the American landscape particularly in this era of cultural diversity. In much of his comedy, he pokes fun at himself, his mother, his stepfather, breaking up with a girlfriend, his Roman nose, and Americans asking, What are you? | | 09/08/10- 09/12/10 | Sacramento |
Edwin San JuanPresented by Punch Line Comedy Club at Punch Line Comedy Club September 10-September 12, 2010 Edwin San Juan is extremely funny with a laid back style on stage, but his quick punchlines and hilarious stories keep every audience roaring!
Edwin has made several TV appearances. Payaso Comedy Slam on Showtime, Comics Unleashed and Entertainers with Byron Allen on ABC, UPN - Live from Hollywood, BET's Comic View, Galavision's Que Locos & Loco Comedy Jam, Si TV's Latino Laugh Festival the show & Inside Joke, NBC and PAX's... | Punch Line Comedy Club | 09/10/10- 09/12/10 | Sacramento |
!!! (Chk Chk Chk)Presented by SBL Entertainment at Harlow's September 13, 2010 !!! is an American dance-punk band from Sacramento that formed in Autumn 1996. The band’s name was inspired by the subtitles of the movie The Gods Must Be Crazy, in which the mouth-clicking sounds of the Bushmen were represented as “!”. Chk Chk Chk is the most common pronunciation, but they could just as easily be called Bam Bam Bam, Uh Uh Uh, Pew Pew Pew, etc. etc. etc.
Based in Sacramento, Portland, and New York City, their debut full-length... | SBL Entertainment | 09/13/10 | Sacramento |
Be Brave Bold RobotPresented by Jerry Perry Presents at Old Ironsides September 13, 2010 Hailing from Sacramento,Be Brave Bold Robot is a collection of people, ranging from one (1) to eight (8), who are known to joyfully weep wispy ghost tears of music in any given area where they might happen to find themselves being allowed to be, for the enjoyment of people who might happen to be mulling around said given area, wondering what to do with themselves for that particular time being.
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| Jerry Perry Presents | 09/13/10 | Sacramento |
Human Rights Film Festival: Burma VJPresented by Amnesty International Group 283 at Luna's Cafe & Juice Bar September 14, 2010 Armed with pocket-sized video cameras, a tenacious band of Burmese reporters face down death to expose the repressive regime controlling their country. Compiled from the shaky handheld footage, acclaimed filmmaker Anders Ostergaard's Burma VJ plays out as a real-life thriller as the video-journalists themselves become the target of the Burmese government.
Amnesty International Group 283 is now presenting films with a human rights theme at two venues in Sacramento--Second... | Amnesty International Group 283 | 09/14/10 | Sacramento |
AA BondyPresented by SBL Entertainment at Harlow's September 14, 2010 A.A. Bondy is actually the birth name (the initials stand for Auguste Arthur) of Scott Bondy, the former lead singer of Birmingham, AL’s Southern grunge darlings Verbena. After Verbena broke up in 2003, Bondy retreated to a Catskills home in Palenville in upstate New York and in time began writing songs again, emerging with a stripped-down indie folk sound. He recorded and mixed his debut album, American Hearts, at a barn near his home, releasing the project in 2007 on the... | SBL Entertainment | 09/14/10 | Sacramento |
Weldon KekauohaPresented by SBL Entertainment at Harlow's September 15, 2010 Enjoy an evening of the smooth, island rhythms of contemporary Hawaiian music, performed by Weldon Kekauoha. | SBL Entertainment | 09/15/10 | Sacramento |
The Fresh Kids of ComedyPresented by Punch Line Comedy Club at Punch Line Comedy Club September 15, 2010 Young, gifted, and mixed. The Fresh Kids of Comedy are the new wave of young comedians taking over with a fresh perspective on life considering their culturally mixed upbringings. Los Angeles based comedian Marcella Arguello returns to Northern California with her show The Fresh Kids of Comedy with a bright new group of Nor Cal Comics.
Marcella, originally from Modesto, may be taller than most men but the only thing more intimidating than her height is her comedy. She mixes a... | Punch Line Comedy Club | 09/15/10 | Sacramento |
YeltsinPresented by Jerry Perry Presents at Old Ironsides September 16, 2010 Yeltsin (Rock): “Yeltsin are a solid band from Eugene. They sound sort of like a slightly punker Interpol, without all the posturing. The band isn't out there chasing the dream, trying to pen radio-friendly hits, or getting too experimental. Instead they fire it up, shoot back a couple of beers, talk some shit, and come back with tight, driving songs. Over the years, the members of Yeltsin have been in all sorts of indie... | Jerry Perry Presents | 09/16/10 | Sacramento |
| Free Comedy Show feat. Darren Carter & Leo Flowers | UNIQUE programs | 09/16/10 | Sacramento |
Arabs Gone WildPresented by Punch Line Comedy Club at Punch Line Comedy Club September 16, 2010 The tour features three of the countries top Arab-American comedians: Dean Obeidallah and Aron Kader - both known from being part of the successful "Axis of Evil" Comedy Tour and Maysoon Zayid - the country's top female Arab-American comedian.
The comics tackle everything from politics to pop culture to crazy Arab mother-in-laws, all from their unique point of view. "The comedy is written for everyone to get- but if you are of Middle Eastern heritage, you not only will... | Punch Line Comedy Club | 09/16/10 | Sacramento |
Vintner's Lunch- Ramian EstatePresented by Napa Valley Wine Train at Napa Valley Wine Train September 17, 2010 Winemaker Brian Graham crafts the collective story of his vineyards- one chapter at a time. Formally educated about eonology and wine-making at the University of Bordeaux, Brian also worked and was mentored at Chateau Roquefort. He went on to further his studies at the Wine and Spirits Educational Trust in London, after which time he worked for a boutique winery in Burgundy named Domaine Serrigny-Jean-Pierre & Fils in Savigny-Les-Beaune. These two experiences gave him the foundation for... | Napa Valley Wine Train | 09/17/10 | Napa |
Murder Mystery Dinner TheaterPresented by Napa Valley Wine Train at Napa Valley Wine Train September 17, 2010 Once a year the world’s greatest detectives gather at the home of Julius Fox in Napa, but this year for the 10th anniversary they are gathering on the Napa Valley Wine Train. They swap stories, brag of their accomplishments and a few, I’m sorry to say, get drunk, engage in affairs, and behave in a most unseemly manner.
Last year, Julius Fox wrote down the best of the members’ stories and had them published. The book, called “The Detectives’ Club,”... | Napa Valley Wine Train | 09/17/10 | Napa |
The BlackOut Poetry SeriesPresented by Center For Fathers & Families at Upper Level VIP Lounge July 30-September 17, 2010 Come enjoy yourself every 3rd & last Friday. A wonderful alternative to the club scene.
Enjoy...Micro-suede couches to lay back and relax on while listening to great poets and singers, beverage area, free snacks (sometimes), a full audience of classy and mature adults, some of the best poets and vocalist you've ever heard, a pool table for intermission competitions and not to mention-open mic too!
-July 30: (R & B Night by the... | Center For Fathers & Families | 07/30/10- 09/17/10 | Sacramento |
Trombone Shorty & Orleans AvenuePresented by SBL Entertainment at Harlow's September 17, 2010 Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews is a trombone and trumpet player from New Orleans.
Troy Andrews is the younger brother of trumpeter and bandleader James Andrews and the grandson of singer and songwriter Jessie Hill. Growing up in New Orleans' Treme neighborhood, "Trombone Shorty" was participating in brass band parades as a child, carrying his trombone even before his arms were long enough to reach all the positions of the slide. Andrews was a bandleader by the age... | SBL Entertainment | 09/17/10 | Sacramento |
Junior League of Sacramento presents Wine and DinePresented by Sacramento River Cats at Raley Field September 17, 2010 A variety of over 40 wineries and restaurants will be on hand September 17 for the Raley Field Wine & Dine presented by Junior League of Sacramento. There will also be live music! | Sacramento River Cats | 09/17/10 | West Sacramento |
The Nickel SlotsPresented by Jerry Perry Presents at Old Ironsides September 17, 2010 Listening to The Nickel Slots is like sitting around the campfire on a warm summer night. From the sentimental folk story to the foot-stomping, raucous sing-along, their alt-country rock songs make you nod in recollection of a long-lost memory or shared experience of pain, joy, heartache, love, hope, and redemption. Performing together since November 2008, the band has already built a devoted following in their home base of... | Jerry Perry Presents | 09/17/10 | Sacramento |
Varietal Dinner- PortPresented by Napa Valley Wine Train at Napa Valley Wine Train September 18, 2010 Port wine is not just for dessert anymore! St. Barthelemy Cellars wanted to change the public’s perception of port as a dessert wine only, and have succeeded in creating several varietals that can compliment and accompany any course of a meal.
Meet Bart Barthelemy of St. Barthelemy Cellars and enjoy several great examples of his unique ports, paired with a delicious multi-course menu by Executive Chef Kelly Macdonald. You will experience a night of luxury in our 1952 glass... | Napa Valley Wine Train | 09/18/10 | Napa |
5th Annual BBQ on the RampPresented by Aerospace Museum of California at Aerospace Museum of California September 18, 2010 The 5th Annual BBQ on the Ramp features great BBQ, wine tasting, silent and live auction and a spectacular fireworks show to end the evening all at the Aerospace Museum of California. All procedes benefit the operations and educational programs of the Museum. | Aerospace Museum of California | 09/18/10 | McClellan |
2nd Annual Girlfriend's Wellness BrunchPresented by The Blake Foundation for Education at Ramada Inn and Plaza- Harbor Conference Center September 18, 2010 The Blake Foundation for Education, a Sacramento non-profit organization, urges the community to support at-risk youth by attending the Girlfriend’s Wellness Brunch. This event is designed for women to enjoy a day of relaxation and wellness. It is introducing a higher level of well-being through proper diet, innovative and latest medical information and updates, exercise, stress management and illness prevention. An elegant brunch, health and wellness information, medical updates... | The Blake Foundation for Education | 09/18/10 | West Sacramento |