Plus: Sacramento officials host Highwater Jamboree.
 
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What services does 211 provide?
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The Capitol looks so pretty at night. | Photo by @kelvinkay1976
We’ve explained before how Sacramentans can call 311 to find the right city department to answer their burning questions, but for residents outside of city limits — or with more personal issues — 311 isn’t always the best option. Thankfully, 211 is available to help.

211 is an information + referral service for residents looking to connect with community-based health and human services. Staff members are on standby 24/7 to assist callers looking for services — ranging from transportation to financial assistance — in a variety of languages, including English, Spanish, Hmong, Thai, Lao, and Mien.

If you don’t like talking on the phone (we definitely avoid it at all costs), 211 uses a database of 1,600+ public agencies and nonprofits that community members are free to browse as well — whether they’re looking for the latest information on COVID-19, need help finding child care as they enter the workforce, or would like assistance locating the right behavioral health services. Seriously, 211 has it all.

Still haven’t found the answers you’re looking for? In addition to 211 + 311, Sacramento also offers 511 for travelers to get traffic information or find others they can carpool with, and homeowners should call 811 at least two days before digging on their property so crews can come out and mark utility lines.
Events
Wednesday, Sept. 27
  • Capitol Mall Farmers Market | Wednesday, Sept. 27 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Capitol Mall Greens, 1300 Seventh St., Sacramento | Free | This week marks the last iteration of this farmers market for the year.
  • The Killers | Wednesday, Sept. 27 | 8 p.m. | Hard Rock Live, 3317 Forty Mile Rd., Wheatland | $159.50 | Have you seen how people at weddings dance to “Mr. Brightside?” Now imagine an entire concert venue like that.
Thursday, Sept. 28
  • Pub Quiz | Thursday, Sept. 28 | 7 p.m. | Fox & Goose, 1001 R St., Sacramento | Free | Bring a team of up to six to compete in a battle of wits for prizes and gift cards.
  • Trans Sketchual | Thursday, Sept. 28 | 8 p.m. | Sacramento Comedy Spot, 1050 20th St., Ste. 130, Sacramento | $12 | Experience joy through a series of hilarious sketches created by and starring local trans and non-binary talent.
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News Notes
Legacy
  • Co-founder of Loaves and Fishes, Chris Delany, has died. Delany served more than 7 million meals to Sacramentans experiencing homelessness since opening Loaves and Fishes 40 years ago. (KCRA 3)
Real Estate
  • Sacramento city officials will hold in-person + virtual workshops next month to discuss early plans to address “missing middle housing” across the city. The term refers to multi-family housing units — like duplexes and triplexes — that were more commonly found before World War II. (Sacramento City Express)
Number
  • $55 million. That’s how much grant money the Sacramento Regional Water Authority received from the state’s Department of Water Resources this past week. Officials said the money will go toward improvements like constructing new ground water wells and expanding the storage capacity of the Sacramento Regions Groundwater Aquifer. (FOX40)
Coming Soon
  • The minds behind the recently-closed Tropics Ale House have unveiled their new idea for the space at 2001 J St. Hoptologist Beer Lab and Kitchen will have 31 beers on tap + food options like pizza, burgers, and wings to go along with its 18 TVs for watching sports. (Sac Biz Journal)
Edu
  • Rocklin’s Sierra College has officially opened its newest addition. The 77,000-sqft building houses four art labs + 36 classrooms, and can fit more than 1,000 students. A new gymnasium is also planned to be completed by next fall. (ABC 10)
Plan Ahead
  • Don’t miss out on seeing one of the hottest comedians on the circuit. Godfrey will be performing five stand-up sets at Punch Line Sacramento next week from Thursday, Oct. 5-Saturday, Oct. 7 (times vary). Get tickets while they’re still available.*
Drink
  • Love whiskey? Join Vinovest’s exclusive whiskey investing community and own your own casks hassle-free. Sell casks for a profit, or opt to bottle them to drink.*
Plan Ahead

Preparation is key

Get flood prep tips at Sacramento’s Highwater Jamboree
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We’re hoping this year’s rainy season doesn’t make the river look like this. | Photo by SACtoday staff
To prepare residents for potential flooding this upcoming winter, Sacramento officials are hosting the Highwater Jamboree on Saturday, Oct. 21, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at North Natomas Regional Park (2501 New Market Dr.).

Touted as “the largest flood-preparedness event in the region,” visitors can check out interactive exhibits that will educate them on storm + flood preparedness, as well as get an up-close look at the city’s flood-fighting equipment.

City staff are asking attendees to RSVP on Facebook to help them plan for the event — and be sure to check out our guides on preparing for upcoming storms + what to do if your home is flooded.
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