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Sacramento offers $1 million in grants for local businesses
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You could be Sac’s next big innnovator. | Photo by @kmacdiggity
Sacramento’s Office of Innovation and Economic Development has launched two grant programs worth a total of $1 million geared toward empowering local businesses and entrepreneurs.

If you’re looking to “grow your network to grow your net worth” (that’s a thing we’ve heard our millennial “grindset” friends say), check out what the City of Trees has on offer.

Innovation Event Grant

This grant is for funding events where people come together to share knowledge and ideas, like entrepreneurial mixers or business pitch meet-ups. Locals can get up to $15,000 to pay for these gatherings — whether they’re part of an ongoing event series or a one-and-done scenario. Qualifying events must be held within Sacramento city limits before Dec. 31, 2023. See the full application for details.

Ecosystem Building Grant

This grant will provide between $20,000 and $250,000 for projects that help start-ups and entrepreneurs “build pipelines into key industry verticals.” This could be something like an incubator program for growing businesses, co-working spaces aiming to bring together like-minded entrepreneurs, or educational programs to train the next generation of Sacramento business owners. See the full guidelines on the application.

Want to learn more? Virtual information sessions will be held Tuesday, June 20, at 11:30 a.m. + 12:30 p.m. Applications for both grants close Monday, July 17, at 5 p.m.
Events
Wednesday, June 7
  • “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas” | Wednesday, June 7 | 7 p.m. | Crest Theatre, 1013 K St., Sacramento | $5 | See the classic psychedelic-fueled film that will leave you somewhere around Barstow, on the edge of the desert, when the drugs begin to take hold.
  • Paper Still Life Class | Wednesday, June 7 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Touchstone Brewing Company, 116 N. 16th St., Ste. 100, Sacramento | $35 | Artists of all skill levels are invited to grab a beer and explore their creativity with some paper.
Thursday, June 8
  • Read to a Dog | Thursday, June 8 | 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.
  • Kevin Hart: Reality Check | Thursday, June 8 | 8 p.m. | Thunder Valley Casino, 1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln | $129.95-$249.95 | The comedy giant stands tall as his latest comedy tour reaches for new heights.
Events calendar here
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Wellness

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News Notes
Sacramentan
  • Locally-born San Francisco 49er Arik Armstead was recently gifted the key to the city by Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg. Armstead was honored for his work providing equitable education access to local youth through his nonprofit, the Armstead Academic Project.
Environment
  • The City of Roseville has launched a new initiative aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The city’s trash and recycling trucks will now use renewable natural gas created from organic waste like fats, oils, and greases. (Roseville Today)
Coming Soon
  • Yang Kee Dumpling is bringing its menu to a second location at 1470 Eureka Rd. in Roseville. The restaurant — which opened at 2151 Cowell Blvd. in Davis last year — will have even more dim sum options at its new spot, according to a manager. (Sac Biz Journal)
Arts
  • More than 450 students at Ethel Phillips Elementary School in South Sac have left their mark by painting a new mural on campus. Designed by local artist Karen Chen, the mural is one of many local projects funded by Clean California. (FOX40)
Show
  • The only way to celebrate Father’s Day is with dad jokes — obviously. And Punch Line Sacramento’s got you covered with their Sunday, June 18, stand-up show in the Callback Bar. It’s an all-dad lineup, so you might not laugh, but you’ll definitely groan.*
For Family
  • Hey, moms + dads — we know having kids can impact your savings. This card is extra helpful to on-the-go families, offering 2% flat-rate cash rewards and a generous welcome bonus. Learn more.*
Shop
  • Need to find your dad the perfect Father’s Day gift? You’re in luck. Check out gifts from our online store (Six & Main) that will make for a great surprise. From the outdoor explorer to the foodie dad, there’s a present for every type of father. Shop now.
Outdoors

A splashing good time

Family water activities in Sacramento, California
Race up to five of your friend’s on Wake Island’s Ninja Race Course. | Photo by @wakeislandwaterpark
Race up to five of your friend’s on Wake Island’s Ninja Race Course. | Photo by @wakeislandwaterpark
It’s nearly summertime, Sacramento. And as schools begin to let out for the season it can be rough keeping the little ones entertained. Don’t sweat, we’ve picked out three wet + wild activities to cool you and the kids off this summer.

🌊 Wake Island Waterpark, 7633 Locust Rd.
  • Wake Island boasts tons of activities for kids + adults, including an aquatic obstacle course, hamster wheels, VIP cabanas, and more.
🛶 American River Raft Rentals, 11257 S Bridge St.
  • You can snag a tube or kayak if going alone, or pile into a raft with your squad of up to 12. Make reservations now, as this year’s rafting season officially begins this Friday, June 9.
⛲ Spray Parks, Various locations
  • Running from 10 a.m.-8 p.m., the city’s 12 spray parks are perfect if you need to let your kids burn off some excess energy after being stuck inside the air-conditioned house all day.
Parents, peep these pro tips
 
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Jordan
From the editor
I watch a lot of movies — especially during the summer when my son is out of school. If I’m not specifically seeing a movie shot on IMAX for IMAX, Country Club Cinema is my favorite theater in town (for IMAX, it’s the Esquire).
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