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A mural of a woman with purple lips and green flowing hair is painted onto a red brick building.
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7 iconic murals around Sacramento
From geometric gems to majestic masterpieces, here are some of Sacramento’s best and brightest murals in town.
October 04, 2024 11:25 AM
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Madeline Ewing
The two owners of The Dreamland Cinema stand on either side of a movie theater marquee.
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Calling All Dreamers 2024 dubs The Dreamland Cinema its winner
This microcinema won Downtown Sac’s business contest.
February 26, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
An exhibit inside SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity showcases the scenery of Mars, with dusty displays of rocky terrain + an example of the Mars Explorer control room.
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Museums to visit during Free Museum Weekend in Sacramento
From art galleries to science exhibits, these participating museums will be free to visit Saturday, March 2 + Sunday, March 3.
February 22, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
Two people on stage hold guitars, while one sings into the mic. A glittery display of rainbow curtains are hung up in the background, with a sign reading "Happy Black History Month." People in the crowd are holding drinks and sharing tables.
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How Speak Out! Sacramento is changing the open mic scene
Local organization Speak Out! Sacramento provides safe spaces for the city’s artists and visionaries.
February 16, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
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Live performances in Sacramento you won’t want to miss
These headliners are bringing their hits to the stage at some of Sacramento’s best venues.
February 14, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
An aerial view of Foresthill Bridge outside of Sacramento, CA.
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Movies filmed around Sacramento
These productions have brought the City of Trees to the silver screen.
February 13, 2024
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Jordan Radach
A basket of wood-handled stamps and ink sit on a glass coffee table.
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Free Art Friday in Sacramento
How to participate in Sacramento’s free art distribution and exchange system.
February 12, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
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Photography Month Sacramento seeks local photographers
The month-long annual event aims to spotlight local photographers.
February 9, 2024
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Jordan Radach
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Try This: All that jazz (and hip hop) at the Crocker Art Museum
Join us as we check out the Crocker Art Museum’s “The Message: The Journey from Jazz to Hip Hop” — a four-part concert series uncovering the evolution of music from jazz to hip hop, and everything in between.
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A white arched trellis frames a concrete walkway into a rose garden in Sacramento. There is a tiered, stone water fountain in the center that is surrounded by bright red rose blooms, and two towering palm trees in the background.
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Date nights for every type of Sacramentan
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the City of Trees.
February 6, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
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Dazzle your Valentine’s date with Sacramento Ballet’s “Cinderella”
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Three people are sitting on yoga mats practicing yoga at YogaSix in Sacramento's Land Park neighborhood; the room is dimly lit in blue lights.
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