Sacramento Events July 22, 2009
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| Concerts 520705 | Twilight Concert Series: Lara DownesSteinway Artist Lara Downes and a group of classical musical students from Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts perform a concert on the Mother Goose Stage, with lawn seating. Bring blankets; seating is first-come, first-served. The Dish and Spoon Cafe is open, serving refreshments. Capitol Public Radio members receive two-for one admission. 916.808.7462 mail@fairytaletown.org http://www.fairytaletown.org 7/22/09 Ages: All Ages Time: Gates open 5:30pm; Concert 6pm-8pm Cost: Adults $10; Children (under 12) free; Refreshments additional fee |
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| Exhibits 525147 | Gold, Greed & SpeculationGold, Greed & Speculation: The Beginnings of Sacramento City explores the first fifty years of Sacramento, looking at how people persevered and rebuilt the town again and again, playing an instrumental role in establishing it as the capital city of the State of California. The exhibition... ing evidence t Ongoing Daily 7/17/09 - 7/28/11; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours. Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 525148 | Gold, Greed & SpeculationGold, Greed & Speculation: The Beginnings of Sacramento City explores the first fifty years of Sacramento, looking at how people persevered and rebuilt the town again and again, playing an instrumental role in establishing it as the capital city of the State of California. The exhibition... ing evidence t Ongoing Daily 7/17/09 - 7/28/11; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours. Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 525009 | Carved Elegance: Woodies, Wheels, and WavesFrom the Model T Depot Hack, to the equivalent of today's family mini-van, to the California surfer?s favorite mode of transportation, Woodies have had a significant impact on the world of automobiles. Carved Elegance: Woodies, Wheels, and Waves features of variety of Woodies and allow visitors to reminisce about their personal experiences with Woodies, wheels, and waves. 916.442.6802 http://www.toweautomuseum.org Ongoing Daily 7/1/09 - 9/19/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 427717 | Bone ZoneVisitors can bone up on skulls, teeth, fossils, and skeletal structures at Bone Zone, an interactive, exhibit for the whole family. 916.575.3941 http://www.thediscovery.org Ongoing Daily 1/17/09 - 8/16/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-12 Time: During museum hours. Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 448633 | Gold on the BayAn exhibit featuring collages depicting San Francisco as a sleepy Mexican outpost on through its formative years past the boom of the Gold Rush. 916.653.7524 http://www.californiamuseum.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 4/18/09 - 12/20/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-19 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 501605 | Duck Duck Goose: The Art of Duck StampsFor the first time ever, the original artwork for the California State Duck Stamps is be on display. The collectible stamps, required for hunting waterfowl in California, raise money to preserve wetlands and other critical habitat for ducks and geese in the state. Since California started the nation's first state duck stamp program in 1971, it has generated more than $22 million to help water birds. Thirty-seven original paintings, in various media, are displayed, representing each duck stamp since the program began. From wood ducks to wigeons, mallards to pintails, the exquisite duck stamps highlight many of California's migratory birds. 916.653.7524 http://www.californiamuseum.org Ongoing Daily 6/1/09 - 9/20/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours. Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 501608 | The Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial ExhibitionWith Malice Toward None: The Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Exhibition, a 3,500 square foot exhibition, features nearly 200 historic artifacts including the 1861 Inaugural Bible recently used by President Obama, the Lincoln Douglas debate scrapbook, the Springfield Farewell Address, and copies in Lincoln's hand of the Second Inaugural Address and the Emancipation Proclamation. 916.653.7524 http://www.californiamuseum.org Ongoing Daily 6/24/09 - 8/22/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours. Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 607824 | The Artistic Legacy of California Indian BasketryBeautiful and rare baskets from more than twenty different tribes demonstrate why California Indian basketry is widely considered to be among the world's finest textile traditions. 916.653.7524 http://www.californiamuseum.org Ongoing Daily 3/14/09 - 3/14/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours. Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 491611 | Going GreenGoing Green: It's Cool for the Planet includes everything from electric vehicles from the early 1900s to prototypes of plug-in electrics and hydrogen-powered fuel-cell cars we may be driving in the next five years. 916.442.6802 http://www.toweautomuseum.org Ongoing Daily 4/25/09 - 12/31/15; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 426833 | California and the Civil War ExhibitCalifornia and the Civil War explores California's political and military connection to the American Civil War, as well as the importance of California's gold to the preservation of the Union. http://www.sta... lmuseum.ca.gov Ongoing Daily 5/22/09 - 5/23/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-19 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 426835 | California Decorative MuralsIn 1915, Arthur F. Mathews, a prominent San Francisco artist, created a series of murals that depict the historical periods of California. Mathews' twelve murals in four sets of triptychs are on display in the basement rotunda. 916.324.0333 http://www.sta... lmuseum.ca.gov Ongoing Daily; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-19 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 426836 | Contemporary Art CollectionThe California State Senate's Contemporary Art Collection, begun in 1997, is comprised of artworks by artists whom senators have selected in order to best represent their districts. 916.324.0333 http://www.sta... lmuseum.ca.gov Ongoing Daily; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-19 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 426838 | Flags from the Civil War ExhibitRelics of the Past: Flags from the Civil War Exhibit showcases nearly 50 flags dating from the Civil War, Spanish American War, and World War I. Many of the flags have never before been seen by the public. 916.324.0333 http://www.sta... lmuseum.ca.gov Ongoing Daily 5/22/08 - 5/23/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-19 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 426840 | California Indian Cultural ArtifactsCalifornia Indian cultural artifacts in the museum exhibits include basketry, beadwork, clothing, and information about the ongoing traditions of various California Indian tribes. Ongoing Daily 4/18/08 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 426843 | The Artistic Legacy of California Indian BasketryAmerican Masterpieces: The Artistic Legacy of California Indian Basketry features more than 80 baskets from the California State Parks collection. Ongoing Daily 3/14/09 - 12/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 388894 | The Dream of MobilityThe museum exhibit, The Dream of Mobility showcases the horseless carriage. 916.442.6802 http://www.toweautomuseum.org Ongoing Daily 11/1/07 - 12/5/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 388897 | The Dream of LuxuryThe museum exhibit, The Dream of Luxury showcases luxury vehicles of the 1930s. 916.442.6802 http://www.toweautomuseum.org Ongoing Daily 11/1/07 - 12/5/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 388898 | The Dream of CoolThe museum exhibit, The Dream of Cool showcases hot rods, custom autos, sports cars, and motorcycles of the 1950s. 916.442.6802 http://www.toweautomuseum.org Ongoing Daily 11/1/07 - 12/5/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 521786 | Sacramento's Legacy ArtistsSacramento is home to Wayne Thiebaud, Gregory Kondos, Helen and Alan Post, and Ruth Rippon. Sacramento's Legacy Artists, an exhibit in the Central Library lobby, celebrates the careers of these Sacramento art icons. 916.264.2920 http://www.saclibrary.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/7/09 - 9/6/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-19 Time: During library hours Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 524941 | The Rail Splitter and the RailroadsThe exhibit - timed to also commemorate the 140th anniversary of the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad - demonstrates how Lincoln was instrumental in determining the role of American railroads in the transportation and early movement of crops and, eventually, even California gold. http://www.cal... roadmuseum.org Ongoing Daily 5/9/09 - 2/15/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 309661 | California Canines: Dogs with JobsAn exhibition that explores the roles of service and assistance dogs - rescuing victims of Hurricane Katrina, helping people with disabilities live independently, serving in wartime, monitoring endangered species, searching for bombs, and much more. 916.653.7524 http://www.californiamuseum.org Ages: All Ages Time: Tues-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 12n-5pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 252229 | Bone ZoneKids can learn about bones, skeletons, and how to have a healthy body. Visitors have a chance to put on a lab coat and visit the "Doctor's Office," listen to their heart rate, check their pulse, and view x-rays of broken bones. There are also displays about the human skeleton and skull. 916.575.3941 http://www.thediscovery.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 1/13/07 - 8/16/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-12 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 240373 | The Capitol CollectionThe Capitol Collection consists of three collected works of paintings: the Permanent Collection, the Loan Collection, and the Biennial Senate Contemporary Art Collection. The combined collection inludes hundreds of paintings, murals, statues, and antique furniture from various phases of California's history and significant eras of the State Capitol. http://www.sta... lmuseum.ca.gov Ongoing Daily 8/21/07 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 240375 | Governors PortraitsPortraits of California governors - from 1849 to the present- are displayed throughout the Capitol and vary in style with the governor's chosen artist. http://www.sta... lmuseum.ca.gov Ongoing Daily 8/21/07 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Fairs & Festivals 524945 | Sacramento Shakespeare Festival: Robin HoodSacramento Shakespeare Festival presents the classic story of Robin Hood. The event takes place in William A Carroll Amphitheatre. Check the website or call for dates and times. 916.558.2228 sacramentoshakespeare.net Ongoing Daily 7/3/09 - 8/2/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Days and times vary; please check the website. Cost: $15-$18 |
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| Fairs & Festivals 524947 | Much Ado About NothingSacramento Shakespeare Festival presents the classic play, Much Ado About Nothing. The event takes place in William A Carroll Amphitheatre. Check the website or call for dates and times. 916.558.2228 sacramentoshakespeare.net Ongoing Daily 7/3/09 - 8/1/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Days and times vary; please check the website. Cost: $15-$18 |
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| Library Programs 521642 | Videogame NightTeens can play Wii games like MarioKart and Super Smash Bros. at the library. 916.264.2920 http://www.saclibrary.org 7/22/09 Ages: 13-18 Time: 3pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 521766 | Magic of CreativityIllusionist Dale Lorzo takes kids on an adventure using magic, science, and art to illustrate the creative ideas that you can find in the library and its books. 916.264.2920 http://www.saclib.org 7/22/09 Ages: 5-12 Time: 4pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 521775 | Animals of the WorldWild Things, Inc. bring animal ambassadors from five continents and share their personal stories with kids at the library. 916.264.2920 http://www.saclib.org 7/22/09 Ages: 5-12 Time: 3pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 522219 | Family Movie NightMovie night is appropriate for all ages and refreshments are served. 916.264.2920 http://www.saclib.org 7/22/09 Ages: 1-18 Time: 5:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 522159 | Movie MatineeChildren are invited to watch an age-appropriate film. 916.264.2920 http://www.saclibrary.org 7/22/09 Ages: 5-12 Time: 3:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 522190 | Fools, Heroes, and MeStoryteller Izzi amuse library vistors with stories. 916.264.2920 http://www.saclib.org Ongoing Daily 7/21/09 - 7/22/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 3pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 522150 | Musical Madness with Francie DillonAward-winning entertainer Francie Dillon leads a highly energetic, entertaining musical-storytelling program. 916.264.2920 http://www.saclib.org 7/22/09 Ages: 5-12 Time: 6:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 522220 | Magic of Jon LopezJon Lopez performs magic and sleight of hand during an afternoon library program. 916.264.2920 http://www.saclib.org 7/22/09 Ages: 5-12 Time: 4pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 522215 | Caddwyn the MagicianCaddwyn the Magician helps kids learn that the imagination can be magical. http://www.saclib.org 7/22/09 Ages: 5-12 Time: 4pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 264995 | Preschool StorytimeLittle ones - ages three to five years- can listen to stories, sing songs, and participate in craft activities. Please check with the venue for changes and cancellations. 916.264.2920 http://www.saclibrary.org Ages: 3-5 Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 250964 | Toddler StorytimeA drop-in toddler time that includes stories, songs, and fingerplays for little ones and their caregivers. 916.264.2920 http://www.saclib.org Ages: 1-3 Time: 11:15am Cost: Free |
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