07.24.2023

Today’s Forecast

52º | Partly cloudy | 7% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:23 a.m. | Sunset 5:01 p.m.

Dive on in

Swimming holes around Sacramento

Swimming in North Fork American River beats any pool day. | Photo by @river_rock_530

Ready to take a cold plunge, Sacramento?

Whether you’re looking to ditch the crowded pool for your summer outing, spend some time in nature, or just want to swim with the fishes, we’ve got you covered with these eight swimming holes in + around Sacramento. Stay cool for the summer and let’s dive right in.

Note: Use caution when venturing out to any of these places and swim at your own risk. Always take into consideration freezing water temperatures, changing or hidden currents, unseen rocks in the water, and slippery surfaces. Additionally, diving into underwater caves and tunnels can be extremely dangerous, even for experienced divers with proper equipment.

Sand Cove Park, 2005 Garden Highway, Sacramento

Considered the closest representative to a Sacramento beach, this swimming hole offers a parking lot, shade, drinking fountains, paved walkways, and porta-potties. Dogs are allowed at this park, so swim, wade, or bring your own inflatables to float around this beach area. Pro tip: Locals suggest heading here during the weekday evenings when it’s less crowded than on weekends.

Sutter’s Landing Beach, Sutter’s Landing Regional Park, 20 28th St., Sacramento

Dogs are allowed at this Sacramento River swimming spot, which is open from sunrise to sunset. The park has a place for your children and fur children to play separately and safely, so bring the whole family for a beach day filled with running around, sandy shores + cool water.

Tiscornia Park, 195 Jibboom St., Sacramento

Located where the American + Sacramento Rivers meet, this waist-deep water is a great place to spend your day. Life jackets are provided on site for safe swimming, but there is no lifeguard on duty. Pro tip: The river bed drops off and creates an underwater ledge 30 ft from the shore.

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Events

Monday, July 24

Trivia Night | Monday, July 24 | 8-10 p.m. | The Flamingo House Social Club, 2315 K St., Sacramento | Free | Topics range from science to sports and everything in between at this trivia night presented by Geeks Who Drink.

Tuesday, July 25

Paint & Sip | Tuesday, July 25 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Logan’s Roadhouse, 3698 N. Freeway Blvd., Sacramento | $30 | All skill levels can enjoy a night of drinks while creating their best sea turtle painting at this event.
Rachel Baiman | Tuesday, July 25 | 7 p.m. | Sofia Tsakopoulos Center for the Arts, 2700 Capitol Ave., Sacramento | $23 | Enjoy the sounds of this Nashville-based singer-songwriter-fiddler.

Wednesday, July 26

Open Mic | Wednesday, July 26 | 6-8 p.m. | Torch Club, 904 15th St., Sacramento | Free | Don’t be shy — bring your skills to the stage of this Sac blues club.
Sacramento Republic FC vs. Phoenix Rising FC | Wednesday, July 26 | 8 p.m. | Heart Health Park, 1600 Exposition Blvd., Sacramento | $14-$53 | Fans can show up two hours early to join the Women’s World Cup Watch Party.

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Drink

Upgrade your coffee routine with these brands

One of our favorites: Methodical Coffee, perfect for those looking for complex and original flavor profiles. | Photo via Methodical Coffee + Six & Main

Put down the chain coffee and cozy up to these thoughtfully crafted coffee brands. Plus, get 20% off your first purchase.

Stop and smell the roses: Methodical Coffee’s Pink Lady

Tastes bright and chocolatey

Fuel your creative fire: Blanchard’s Midnight Oil

Tastes dark and sweet

Revitalize your whole body: a|dash’s Ashwagandha-Infused Cold Brew

Tastes smooth and earthy

Invite quiet focus: Loveland Coffee’s Guatemala Decaf K-Cups

Tastes full-bodied and caramelly

Shop all Six & Main coffee

News Notes

Sports

The Kings’ Keegan Murray is joining the US Select Team in Las Vegas next month. The Select Team will train with Team USA ahead of the 2023 International Basketball Federation World Cup, with the potential to fill spots on the roster if a player gets injured. (FOX40)

Open

Old Sacramento has a new tenant in the form of a splatter paint studio. Dipped N Color Splat Studio — winner of the 2023 Calling All Dreamers contest — is now open at 122 I St. Visitors can get paint, canvases, and coveralls to create their masterpiece for just $35 per hour. (KCRA 3)

Environment

Thanks to the return of zooplankton, Lake Tahoe water clarity is the best it’s been in years. According to the 2023 Tahoe: State of the Lake Report, water clarity has reached levels not seen since the 1980s — with visibility averaging 71.7 ft. (UC Davis)

Kids

The kids are alright. According to recently released data from the US Census Bureau, Placer County is the Golden State’s only county with 150,000+ residents to see an increase in population for children 10 and under between 2020 and 2022. That age group makes up ~10% of the county’s population. (Sac Bee)

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Transit

Walkin’ ‘n’ rollin’ through Sac

Sacramento launches Streets for People Active Transportation Plan

City officials want to talk it out so you can walk it out. | Photo via City of Sacramento

Sacramento’s Department of Public Works is rolling out a new initiative designed to address the city’s transportation needs.

The Streets for People Active Transportation Plan is looking for solutions to improve the way residents traverse the City of Trees through the use of bikes, wheelchairs, and on foot. Although the plan will address these problems on a citywide scale, officials say their efforts are focused on three “high-need” areas — South Sacramento, North Sacramento, and Fruitridge/Broadway.

The city is also collecting project feedback through the use of an interactive map, as well as a series of workshops:

Colonial Heights Library, Wednesday, July 26, 6–7:30 p.m.
Robertson Community Center, Thursday, July 27, 6–7:30 p.m.
Sacramento LGBT Community Center, Wednesday, Aug. 2, 6-7:30 p.m.
Pannell Meadowview Community Center, Thursday, Aug. 3, 6-7:30 p.m.
Virtual Workshop, Wednesday, Aug. 9, 6-7:30 p.m.
Virtual Workshop, Thursday, Aug. 10, 6-7:30 p.m.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

I swear, if Ashanti surprises the crowd and brings out Ja Rule during her state fair performance on Wednesday, I will die.

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