Don’t sweat — we’ve got a list of local resources and activities to help keep you both safe and cool all day long.
Go for a swim
The city operates 12 swimming pools, along with four wading pools for younger children. Swimming is also permitted in the American River, but be sure to stay safe by grabbing a free life jacket rental from the Sacramento Fire Department.
Check out a library
Libraries are a great way to cool down and keep yourself entertained with books, movies, and more. There’s even an interactive map to help you find the closest one (all locations in gray).
The city also has a great list of general tips, from staying hydrated to taking cold showers. Also, don’t forget about places like Gunther’s or Vic’s for locally made ice cream treats.
Events
Wednesday, June 28
King Buffalo | Wednesday, June 28 | 6:30 p.m. | Harlow’s, 2708 J St., Sacramento | $25 | The self-proclaimed “heavy psych” trio brings its unique sound to the City of Trees.
Sacramento River Cats vs. Reno Aces | Wednesday, June 28 | 6:45 p.m. | Sutter Health Park, 400 Ballpark Dr., West Sacramento | $12-$69 | Nothing says summertime like baseball.
Thursday, June 29
Rhythm on the River | Thursday, June 29 | 5:30-9 p.m. | Drake’s: The Barn, 985 Riverfront St., West Sacramento | Free | This week, West Sac’s free concert series features a plethora of rock and Americana tunes.
Roast Battle Bay Area | Thursday, June 29 | 8 p.m. | Punch Line Sacramento, 2100 Arden Way, Ste. 225, Sacramento | $18.25 | Watch a group of comedians battle it out to see who has the best insults.
Seriously, no one can mess up this minimalist beauty routine
The viral MERIT Signature Makeup Bag is free with every first purchase. | Photos by MERIT Beauty
10-step skincare routines and makeup tutorials may dominate our social feeds, but the reality? Most of us don’t have time for that.
For us, getting ready means a pared-back beauty routine that we can do on the go — which is exactly why cult-favorite, minimalist beauty brand MERIT created The MERIT Sets: curated routines that help you get everything you need (for less).
Yelp recently named Elk Grove’s Little Brazil Steakhouse as the best steakhouse in California. Located at 8698 Elk Grove Blvd., the restaurant uses the “pay what you weigh” pricing method where customers pay depending on how much they eat — not what they order. (FOX40)
Sports
How aboot that, eh? Kings associate head coach Jordi Fernandez has accepted an offer to take on duties as the head coach for the Canadian national team. Fernandez has also served as coach for the national teams of Nigeria and Spain. (ESPN)
Plan Ahead
Welcome... to Jurassic Park. That’s what guests will say as they enter Golden 1 Center this weekend. The arena is hosting The “Jurassic World Live Tour” through Sunday, allowing visitors to get a look at “film-accurate, life-sized dinosaurs.” (KCRA 3)
Arts
The California Creative Corps program and Sac’s Office of Arts and Culture has distributed $4 million in grants to 26 local organizations. The funds will be used to raise awareness for a number of issues through artistic campaigns — like climate change and civic engagement. (Sacramento City Express)
Sacramentan
UC Davis Health nurse Alyssa Shannon is one of four people who has been chosen to help NASA research the effects of living on Mars. Alyssa will serve as the crew science officer during the yearlong study, where she will be tasked with troubleshooting equipment and communication issues. (CBS 13)
Travel
Dreaming of a trip abroad this summer? Babbel offers lesson plans for 14 different languages spoken throughout the world. Prep for the trip of your dreams with bite-sized, 10-minute lessons that will help you start speaking a new language in just three weeks.*
Travel
Hitch a ride (to the bank)
How to keep your car costs down in Sacramento
Check out our tips for giving your car a long and happy life. | Photo by Andrea Piacquadio via Pexels
Did you know? According to AAA, car owners pour an average of $10,728 a year into their vehicles — a figure that includes fuel, repairs, and insurance.
Keep your cruises down Sacramento streets cost efficient with these tips:
Shopping for a new car? Use AAA’s Driving Cost Calculator to see how much vehicle ownership will cost over the next five years.
Consider investing in a dash cam, which can save you money in the long run by recording collision evidence and break-ins. The Ring Car Cam sends you real-time motion alerts, and the REDTIGER Dual Dash Cam records crisp 4K video.
Shop
Looking to support small businesses? Shop our online store, Six & Main, for all of your summer essentials.
I’m here to ask for your help. I’m trying to contact Nasir Gebelli — the man who programmed “Final Fantasy III” in a Sacramento motel room. My search has led me to believe he still lives in the City of Trees, but the email address I found continues to bounce back.
If you or a loved one knows Nasir — and know he’s interested in telling his story — drop us a line.
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