Residents can qualify for up to $3,000 in grants to service the city’s waterways. | Photo by @photos.by.vicky

Looking to lend a helping hand to your city? You’ve come to the right place. Sacramento leaders rolled out two new grant programs for local organizations working to improve the lives of the Farm-To-Fork Capital’s residents and environment. Let’s break ‘em down.

Serving your neighbors 🏡

First up, city officials announced that $1 million of funding is now available for 10 projects in North and South Sacramento ($500,000 for each area) as part of the Participatory Budget program introduced last spring. These projects include neighborhood clean-ups, job training for young adults, educational support for students, and more.

Those who are looking to join that effort can apply for a grant before Monday, Feb. 27. There are two virtual workshops hosted by the city — held Friday, Feb. 3 at 12 p.m. and Monday, Feb. 13 at 6 p.m. — to learn more.

Serving your neighborhood 🌳

The Department of Utilities is offering up to $3,000 for groups interested in protecting and restoring creeks, rivers, and watersheds within city limits (fun fact: we just learned a watershed is an area of land that drains into a single large body of water).

The department says ideas may range from educational materials to neighborhood improvements, with the goal of protecting residents’ water quality and reducing pollution.

Citizens who want to dip their toes into the waters of community service — whether you’re part of a formal organization or just a group of pals with an idea — can apply online or by mail before Friday, Feb. 24.

EVENTS

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Wednesday, Feb. 1

Ecology Film Festival | Wednesday, Feb. 1 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Veterans Memorial Center Theatre, 203 E. 14th St., Davis | Free | UC Davis grads present a dozen short films exploring the college’s research efforts.
Wakanda Paint Party | Wednesday, Feb. 1 | 6-10 p.m. | 5948 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights | $35-$120 | Grab a canvas, enjoy food + drinks, and compete for a cash prize as the “best dressed” attendee.

Thursday, Feb. 2

Shen Yun | Thursday, Feb. 2-Saturday, Feb. 4 | Times vary | SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center, 1301 L St., Sacramento | $84-$204 | Witness this celebration of China’s cultural history that touches on the country’s modern day and storied past.

Friday, Feb. 3

Trash Movie Improv | Friday, Feb. 3 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | Sacramento Comedy Spot, 1050 20th St., Ste. 130, Sacramento | $10 | A team of comedians are subjected to a bad movie in order to improvise new scenes based off the clips.
Fleetwood Mask | Friday, Feb. 3 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre, 1010 Ulatis Dr., Vacaville | $39-$49 | Listen to the wind blow and watch this cover band perform some of Fleetwood Mac’s biggest hits.

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

58º | Partly cloudy | 7% chance of rain

Civic

The Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment is meeting Thursday, Feb. 9, to discuss possible changes to Sierra 2 and Curtis parks. Officials will discuss the results of a recent citywide survey, and residents will have a chance to provide further input on projects they would like to see. (Sacramento City Express)

Transit

SacRT riders can expect station closures this weekend while crews renovate the 59th Street Station. Buses will take Gold Line passengers between the Power Inn and 29th Street stations during the construction. (FOX40)

Eat

Tao’s HotPot and Shabu is set to open in Folsom by Saturday, Feb. 11. The restaurant’s version of hot pot (a DIY-style of cooking originating in China) will feature meats, veggies, soups, and an all-you-can-eat buffet for under $40 per person. (Sac Bee)

Concert

Saddle up. Country singer Luke Bryan will stop by Wheatland’s Toyota Amphitheatre on Friday, July 21 on his latest tour. Tickets go on sale Friday, Feb. 3 at 10 a.m. (FOX40)

Opening

Another dose of a mimosa. Local brunch staple Mimosa House is coming to Curtis Park, filling the space previously occupied by Casa Garden Restaurant. While no opening date has been given, two additional locations are planned for Folsom and Granite Bay. (Sac Biz Journal)

Development

Game on. Electric Pickle is headed to the soon-to-be-constructed Roseville Junction project. The entertainment complex will feature nine pickleball courts and a two-story, 10,000-sqft restaurant with a bar area. (Sac Biz Journal)

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SPORTS

Madden NFL gives Sac horrible uniforms 🏈

There were three uniform options, and the other two weren’t any better. | Photo by SACtoday Staff.

City Editor Jordan here. Two things I love are video games and football. So, of course I play Madden NFL 23 to satisfy my fantasy of being a football superstar — even though I weigh 150 lbs soaking wet in real life.

The game’s “Franchise Mode” allows you to become an owner and relocate your team to a new city. Since Sacramento was one of the destinations, I knew that was my goal.

But you can imagine my disappointment when such garish uniforms popped up on my TV.

You might also notice what I named the team and think, “There are no redwoods in Sacramento, Jordan,” and you would be right. However, my other options were the Condors, which made little sense considering I’ve never seen a condor in Sac, or the Miners, which just felt like a pale imitation of the 49ers.

None of these options feel Sacramento enough to me, so I want to know — what would you name Sacramento’s NFL franchise, and what would the team colors be?

Reader suggestions

“Sacramento Senators: red, white, and blue. Sacramento Outlaws: black and yellow. Sacramento Foresters: deep green and brown (my husband’s idea).”
“Sacramento Pioneers & colors should be green & gold. Green for all the trees we have & gold because it was discovered in this area.”
“Name: The Sacramento Capitols. Uniform colors: Navy Blue & Gold.”
“Would it be weird to call the team something like the Sacramento Rivers? Since we are at the confluence of the American and Sacramento? Colors would be blue and dark grey to represent the rivers. Either that or the Sacramento Bees and the colors would be yellow and black, need to make sure it isn’t gold and black or the Saints would be offended.”

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Jordan.

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