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Late-night bites around Sacramento

You can add chili to this beauty if you’re feeling saucy. | Photo by Willie’s Burgers

Whether you work late, stay out late, or just get hungry late — we’ve all had that moment where we need some after-hours snacks. We’ve got your back with five late-night pit stops to feed you after bedtime.

🍕 Uncle Vito’s, 1800 15th St., Ste. E

Stop by 10-11 p.m. for the restaurant’s late-night happy hour to snag a slice of NY-style pizza and a beer for only $7 total.

🍩 Marie’s Donuts, 2950 Freeport Blvd.

Marie’s opens at 11 p.m., meaning its freshest pastries are available to pick up just before you turn in for the night.

🥩 The Butterscotch Den, 3406 Broadway

Grill your own steak at this Oak Park cocktail bar, open until 2 a.m. every night. Reservations are also available on Friday and Saturdays.

🍔 Willie’s Burgers, 2415 16th St.

The original Willie’s location is open until 3 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays — making it a great place to put something in your stomach while you’re in that twilight zone between the bar closing and your front door opening.

🌯 Carolina’s Mexican Food, 3840 Franklin Blvd.

If you’re really nice to your Uber driver (and offer to buy them a California burrito) they just might swing by the drive-thru of this 24-hour taco shop.

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Wednesday, Feb. 8

“Wait Until Dark” | Wednesday, Feb. 8-Saturday, March 4 | 7 p.m. | Sacramento Theatre, 1419 H St., Sacramento | $43 | See this play about a blind woman who takes on a group of con men at their own game.
Sactown Sci-Fi Book Discussion Group | Wednesday, Feb. 8 | 6-7 p.m. | Sacramento | Free | Join the discussion over this month’s book, Cixin Liu’s “The Three-Body Problem.”

Thursday, Feb. 9

Read to a Dog | Thursday, Feb. 9 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Carmichael Library, 5605 Marconi Ave., Carmichael | Free | Let your young ones practice their reading skills with a furry friend.
Queer Speed Dating Night | Thursday, Feb. 9 | 6-9 p.m. | Teetotalist Social Club, 830 K St., Sacramento | $10 | Flirt, snack, shop, and make new friends.

Friday, Feb. 10

Sacramento Kings vs. Dallas Mavericks | Friday, Feb. 10 | 7 p.m. | Golden 1 Center, 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento | $10-$292 | The Kings continue their efforts to break their playoff drought in this Western Conference matchup.

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EXPLORE YOUR CITY

Weather

62º | Partly cloudy | 12% chance of rain ⛅️

Civic

The Latino Center of Art and Culture will set up shop in the empty building at Winn Park after city council approval. The 3,900-sqft building — which was originally built in 1937 — is set to undergo a series of much-needed renovations to meet modern standards. (Sacramento City Express)

State

California recently labeled Sacramento County as a “pro-housing” jurisdiction for its modified development and zoning laws, among other factors. The county is now eligible to receive state funds to spend on infrastructure and housing developments. 💰 (Sac Biz Journal)

Sports

Get’cha head in the game. Golden 1 Center will play host to the CIF State Basketball Championships beginning Friday, March 10. G1C will also host the Sac-Joaquin Section finals Friday, Feb. 24-Saturday, Feb. 25. 🏀 (FOX40)

Eat

Ever want to grab brunch at 3 p.m.? You’re in luck. The Morning After — an all-day brunch and mimosa restaurant — is headed to Downtown. The 8,800-sqft space plans to open this summer. 🍾 (Sac Biz Journal)

Real Estate

Local developer Anton DevCo has purchased a 5.8-acre plot of land in Davis for $14.8 million. The company plans to construct five buildings with 200 residential units, 9,700 sqft of amenities, and 1,500+ sqft of commercial space. 🏗️ (Sac Biz Journal)

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Calling all artsy-types 🎨

Sacramento puts out call for artists

This mural was created created by Portuguese artist Bordallo II for Wide Open Walls. | Photo by Evett Kilmartin

The city’s Office of Arts and Culture is looking for locals to join the Creative Corps Capital Region program.

The program provides funds to artists and art collectives for use in increasing public awareness of a number of issues — from environmental conservation to social justice. The California Arts Council awarded Sacramento with ~$5 million back in August to help launch the program.

Want to learn more? Register for the city’s free webinar, which will be held Wednesday, Feb. 15, at 4 p.m.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Jordan.

Editor’s pick: While driving my son to school the other morning, he told me he wants a “Marshmello party” for his next birthday, so I guess I’m planning a rave for a bunch of nine-year-olds later this year?

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