Plus, the best thrifting spots in Sacramento.
 
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🏀 The Beam Team, or the dream team?

Sacramento Kings named NBA Team of the Year

The Sacramento Kings' Victory Beam at Golden 1 Center
Light the Beam. | Photo by @wongpark
Why not both?

On Tuesday, Jan. 9, the Sacramento Kings were recognized with two monumental titles — the NBA Team of the Year + the NBA Innovation Award.

During the 2022-23 season, the Beam Team broke their 17-year playoff drought + secured a home-court advantage for the first round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs.

The season included even more key feats for the Kings, like:
  • More than a 200% increase in game viewership
  • Ranked No. 1 in fan in-game experience across the league
  • Ranked No. 2 in ticket revenue growth for NBA teams
  • Most-watched first-round playoff game in 24 years
  • ABC’s largest television audience for a non-NBA Finals game — ever
The NBA Innovation Award was largely won over by our iconic victory Beam, which garnered international attention.

Fun fact, The Beam is actually listed on Google Maps as a “Place of Worship” — as it should be.
Events
Wednesday, Jan. 10
  • “Rescue Me | Wednesday, Jan. 10-Sunday, Feb. 18 | Times vary | The Sofia Tsakopoulos Center for the Arts, 2700 Capitol Ave., Sacramento | $9+ | Catch this comedy production about two plane crash survivors battling the elements.
  • Trivia Night | Wednesday, Jan. 10 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The Clubhouse, 5150 Fair Oaks Blvd., Carmichael | Free | It’s happy hour all night, so bring your A-game and some friends to win it all.
Thursday, Jan. 11
  • ArtMix: Mythical | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 6 p.m. | Crocker Art Museum, 216 O St., Sacramento | $25 | Crocker’s art collection springs to life on the runway, backed by a live DJ, food, drinks, activities + more.
  • Spanish Cooking Class | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 6-9 p.m. | Location provided after booking | $95 | Learn how to make a flavorful four-course meal with seafood paella as the star of the show.
  • Drag Bingo | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 7-9 p.m. | Tipsy Putt, 630 K St.. Ste. 120, Sacramento | $5+ | Drag + bingo — name a more iconic duo, we’ll wait.
  • Chickenbone Slim | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 9 p.m. | Torch Club, 904 15th St., Sacramento | $10 | Catch this San Diego-based blues group featuring Laura Chavez.
Friday, Jan. 12
  • Adult Crafting Space | Friday, Jan. 12 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 7340 24th St. Bypass, Sacramento | Free | Make some headway on your own craft projects in good company.
  • Author Talk | Friday, Jan. 12 | 6 p.m. | Underground Books, 2814 35th St., Sacramento | Free | “No Reservations” author Sheryl Lister shares her writing journey + discusses her upcoming novel.
  • Second Friday ArtAbout Reception | Friday, Jan. 12 | 6-9 p.m. | Pence Gallery, 212 D St., Davis | Free | Enjoy a glass of wine while browsing the art exhibits and gift store.
Friday, Feb. 16
  • Sacramento Ballet presents Cinderella | Friday, Feb. 16-Sunday, Feb. 18 | Times vary | SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center, 1301 L St., Sacramento | $35+ | Sacramento Ballet’s dazzling, romantic production features unique 18th-century costume designs and stunning sets that will transport fans of every age on a majestic and hilarious thrill ride.*
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Active

5 ways to up your workouts

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News Notes
Eat
  • Dave’s Hot Chicken (3409 Arden Way) is getting a temporary rebrand — the Sacramento location’s sign now reads “Dave’s Not Chicken” in honor of the its new cauliflower-based bites. This new veggie option is the first new menu item since the chain’s inception in 2017. (FOX40)
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Closing
  • “Inclusive witch shop” Loot & Lore’s last day in Midtown is Friday, Jan. 26. The storefront (1729 L St.) is holding a clear-out sale, with items at a discount of up to 75% off. The shop is also selling it’s vintage decor and furniture.
Active
  • It’s closing week for the Downtown Ice Rink, so make sure to hit the ice before Monday, Jan. 15. If you make it to the rink today, be sure to visit with plenty of time before its early close at 7 p.m. (compared to the normal hours of 2-9 p.m.).
Arts
State
  • California leaders ended a ban on state-sponsored travel to states with anti-LGBTQ+ laws, which was deemed too restrictive as the list of banned states grew from four to 26. The state is instead opting for a national inclusivity-based ad campaign. (Sacramento News & Review)
Plan Ahead
  • More Dine Downtown menus are available from participating restaurants — this celebration of Sacramento cuisine runs Friday, Jan. 12, through Sunday, Jan. 21. New menus come from hot spots like Bear & Crown British Pub, Revolution Winery and Kitchen, and Frank Fat’s.
Development
  • Capitol Park Hotel recently reopened as permanent housing for residents experiencing homelessness. Now known as St. Clare at Capitol Park, the converted building (1125 Ninth St.) hosts 134 remodeled studio apartments, each with a bathroom and kitchenette.
Job
  • We’re hiring a Sales Executive to lead our Sacramento + San Jose advertising relationships. This exec would lead prospecting initiatives, maintain a full and active client pipeline, and prepare and deliver sales presentations — all while earning a competitive salary with unlimited sick and vacation time.
 
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🛒 Get thrifty with it

Get in, we’re going shopping: 7 thrift stores in Sacramento

A man peruses the shelves of books at a thrift store.
Sacramento is full of havens for the eclectic + thrifty. | Photo by SACtoday staff
Whether you’re looking for more eco-friendly choices or just ballin’ on a budget, these thrift stores are definitely the best spots to source unique pieces — and for a great deal, of course.

FreeStyle Clothing Exchange

Located right next to Golden Road Brewing, this thrift store (1906 L St.) features a selection of vintage and used clothing, organized by color and size. You can also bring any clothes in your closet that aren’t making the rounds to sell in-store on weekdays — just make sure to call-in first in case they hit capacity early.

The Bus Stop Vintage

This shop (2315 J St.) holds an array of hand-selected vintage clothing, accessories, shoes, jewelry + home decor. The mission of its owners is to curb the negative impacts of fast fashion with sustainable alternatives. In addition to its permanent storefront, the Bus Stop Vintage also has a pop-up at the Midtown Farmers Market every Saturday.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Madeline

From the editor
Thrifting is definitely a favorite pastime of mine — maybe I’ll post a haul from some of my favorite thrift stores + vintage shops in Sacramento. And yes, I will absolutely tag where I snagged my finds (we don’t gatekeep in this household). Stay tuned. 👀
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