12.18.2023

Today’s Forecast

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

Hungry this holiday?

Restaurants open on Christmas Day in Sacramento

Spend your Christmas Day at Chevy’s on the River. | Photo by @teiche_anderson

Whether you celebrate the holiday or not, it can be tough finding places to eat on Dec. 25. Not to worry — we’ve got you covered with five dining options that are open on Christmas Day.

Buca di Beppo | 1249 Howe Ave., Sacramento
Buca boasts 60+ Italian dishes for hungry guests to choose from — including meatball rollato pizza, prosciutto stuffed chicken, penne basilica, and more.

Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse | 1400 Eureka Rd., Roseville
The full Galpão Gaucho experience will have you trying 17 different cuts of meat on top of sides and a salad bar — did we mention children’s meals are discounted as well?

Vines Cafe | 1209 L St., Sacramento
Located inside the Hyatt Regency hotel, this lunch buffet offers six kinds of salad, four seasonal soups, and a special flatbread each day. Come by even earlier for a signature breakfast dish like the smoked salmon eggs benedict.

La Huaca | 1850 Douglas Blvd., Ste. 600, Roseville
Indulge in delicious Peruvian dishes like papas a la huancaina — boiled potatoes covered with a creamy yellow pepper cheese sauce.

Chevy’s on the River | 1639 Garden Hwy., Sacramento
It’s Chevy’s — You already know to tell them someone at your table has a birthday so they bring out a free dessert, but did you know they’re also offering a special brunch menu with bottomless mimosas from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.?

Events

Monday, Dec. 18

Improv Taste Test | Monday, Dec. 18 | 7 p.m. | Sacramento Comedy Spot, 1050 20th St., Ste. 130, Sacramento | $10 | New to improv + not sure it’s for you? Have a little taste test and find out at this drop-in class.
Music Open Mic | Monday, Dec. 18 | 7 p.m. | Fox & Goose, 1001 R St., Sacramento | Free | Sign-ups begin at 6:30 p.m. for Sacramento’s longest-running open mic night.
Sacramento Kings vs. Washington Wizards | Monday, Dec. 18 | 7 p.m. | Golden 1 Center, 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento | $20-$ | Light the Beam.

Tuesday, Dec. 19

Singles Party | Tuesday, Dec. 19 | 5-6 p.m. | Virtual | $10 | It’s cuffing season, so find someone you’ll want to smooch when the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve.
“Scrooged” | Tuesday, Dec. 19 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Crest Theatre, 1013 K St., Sacramento | $10 | Take in a special screening of this modern (well, modern for 1988) spin on “A Christmas Carol”.
“Moby Dick, the Panto!” | Tuesday, Dec. 19-Thursday, Dec. 21 | 7-9 p.m. | Black Box Theatre, 1075 W. Capitol Ave, West Sacramento | $5-$20 | See the classic tale of Captain Ahab like never before.

Wednesday, Dec. 10

Living Smart Farmers Market | Wednesday, Dec. 20 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Palladio Mall, 410 Palladio Pkwy., Folsom | Free | Shop for produce, crafts, pet items, and more from 50+ local vendors.
Paint and Sculpt Clay Ornaments | Wednesday, Dec. 20-Sunday, Dec. 31 | 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. | Atrium 916, 1020 Front St., Sacramento | Cost of purchases | Sip on your tea of choice + craft your own ornament for the tree.

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News Notes

Sports

The Sacramento Kings have signed forward Juan Toscano-Anderson to a one-year deal. Most recently, Toscano-Anderson played for the Mexico City Capitanes in the NBA’s G-League, averaging 19.4 points per game. (KCRA 3)

Weather

A new report by Climate Center shows that the average winter temperature in the Sacramento Valley has increased by more than 2 degrees since 1970. The report also states that Sacramento experiences ~15 days of above average winter temperatures each season. (CBS News 13)

Announced

The Women’s Premiere Soccer League is coming to Roseville. The semi-pro league announced a new expansion team, Iron Rose FC, which will begin play next season, along with six other new squads. This marks the Sacramento area’s third WPSL team, alongside California Storm and Davis FC. (FOX40)

Cause

Over the weekend, student DJs at El Camino High School held a 24-hour “audio-thon” to help benefit the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Toy Project. The students also spent the week helping sheriff’s deputies collect toys to donate to families in need. (KCRA 3)

Concert

Welcome to Jamrock. Damian and Stephen Marley — sons of reggae music legend Bob Marley — are bringing their “Traffic Jam” tour to Wheatland’s Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on Feb. 22, 2024. Tickets for the show are on sale now. (FOX40)

Coming Soon

A new jewelry store is taking up residence in DOCO next year. Lucky Gold Jewelry — which specializes in permanent jewelry — is set to open at 414 K St., Ste 220, according to a sign posted at the space. (Sac Biz Journal)

Arts

Lights, camera, SAC-tion

Lights, camera, action: Recapping the 2023 Sacramento Film Festival

Sacramento filmmakers Ryan Hepkema and Kenny Williams discuss their film “Five Stars.” | Photo by SACtoday staff

This weekend, we stopped by the Sacramento Film Festival to enjoy a showcase of art from filmmakers of every variety.

The three-day event was held primarily at Old Sac’s ReUnion Kitchen & Bar, making for a cozy setting that had us rubbing elbows with the artists themselves.

Some of our favorite films included:

“The Dawn of Don Damage” — The story of one man on a quest to save his family, who’s gifted the powers of the 1980s’ greatest action flick hero, Don Damage.
“Reseda” — A comedy flick with a tone and sensibility as dark as its black-and-white cinematography.
“Five Stars” — A short film that explores just how personal a late-night Uber ride can be, complete with exemplary service.

Can’t get enough film in the City of Trees? Check out our list of movies and TV shows based in Sacramento.

The Buy

The Buy 12.18.23 (Affiliate + Six & Main)

A great game you can break out with the family this holiday season. Learn the rules to “Ransom Notes” in under a minute and get ready for belly laughs.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Jordan

From the editor

Had a wonderful Sunday celebrating my son’s birthday — my wallet was less than thrilled, but it was 100% worth it.

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