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Sacramento Events July 23, 2009

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Exhibits
525147

Gold, Greed & Speculation


Gold, 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.
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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

Sacramento History Museum

101 I Street
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
525148

Gold, Greed & Speculation


Gold, 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

Sacramento History Museum

101 I Street
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
525009

Carved Elegance: Woodies, Wheels, and Waves


From 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

California Auto Museum/Towe Auto Museum

2200 Front Street
Sacramento, CA95818


Exhibits
427717

Bone Zone


Visitors 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

Discovery Museum Science & Space Center

3615 Auburn Boulevard
Sacramento, CA95821


Exhibits
448633

Gold on the Bay


An 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

California Museum for History, Women & the Arts

1020 O Street
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
501605

Duck Duck Goose: The Art of Duck Stamps


For 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

California Museum for History, Women & the Arts

1020 O Street
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
501608

The Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Exhibition


With 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

California Museum for History, Women & the Arts

1020 O Street
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
607824

The Artistic Legacy of California Indian Basketry


Beautiful 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

California Museum for History, Women & the Arts

1020 O Street
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
491611

Going Green


Going 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

California Auto Museum/Towe Auto Museum

2200 Front Street
Sacramento, CA95818


Exhibits
426833

California and the Civil War Exhibit


California 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

California State Capitol Museum

10th and L Streets
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
426835

California Decorative Murals


In 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

California State Capitol Museum

10th and L Streets
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
426836

Contemporary Art Collection


The 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

California State Capitol Museum

10th and L Streets
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
426838

Flags from the Civil War Exhibit


Relics 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

California State Capitol Museum

10th and L Streets
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
426840

California Indian Cultural Artifacts


California 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

California State Indian Museum

2618 K Street
Sacramento, CA95816


Exhibits
426843

The Artistic Legacy of California Indian Basketry


American 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

California State Indian Museum

2618 K Street
Sacramento, CA95816


Exhibits
388894

The Dream of Mobility


The 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

California Auto Museum/Towe Auto Museum

2200 Front Street
Sacramento, CA95818


Exhibits
388897

The Dream of Luxury


The 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

California Auto Museum/Towe Auto Museum

2200 Front Street
Sacramento, CA95818


Exhibits
388898

The Dream of Cool


The 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

California Auto Museum/Towe Auto Museum

2200 Front Street
Sacramento, CA95818


Exhibits
521786

Sacramento's Legacy Artists


Sacramento 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

Central Branch Library

828 I Street
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
524941

The Rail Splitter and the Railroads


The 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

California State Railroad Museum

2nd and I StreetsOld Sacramento
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
309661

California Canines: Dogs with Jobs


An 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

California Museum for History, Women & the Arts

1020 O Street
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
252229

Bone Zone


Kids 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

Discovery Museum Science & Space Center

3615 Auburn Boulevard
Sacramento, CA95821


Exhibits
240373

The Capitol Collection


The 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

California State Capitol Museum

10th and L Streets
Sacramento, CA95814


Exhibits
240375

Governors Portraits


Portraits 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

California State Capitol Museum

10th and L Streets
Sacramento, CA95814


Fairs & Festivals
524945

Sacramento Shakespeare Festival: Robin Hood


Sacramento 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

William Land Park

4000 S. Land Park Drive
Sacramento, CA95822


Fairs & Festivals
524947

Much Ado About Nothing


Sacramento 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

William Land Park

4000 S. Land Park Drive
Sacramento, CA95822


Library Programs
586028

Preschool Storytime


A drop-in storytime that includes stories, songs, and fingerplays for preschoolers and their caregivers.
916.264.2920
http://www.saclib.org
Ongoing Each Thu 2/14/07 - 9/27/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 3-5
Time: 11:15am
Cost: Free

Arden-Dimick Branch Library

891 Watt Avenue
Sacramento, CA95821


Library Programs
521773

Teen Movie Matinee


A free movie is shown in the library community room for teens. Families can call 916.264.2920 two days in advance for the film title.
916.264.2920
http://www.saclib.org
Ongoing Each Thu 7/1/09 - 7/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 13-18
Time: 3pm
Cost: Free

Carmichael Branch Library

5605 Marconi Avenue
Carmichael, CA95608


Library Programs
521771

The Bubble Lady


The Bubble Lady delights her audiences with bubble space ships, bubble trumpets, baby bubbles, bubbles inside of bubbles, and even volunteers inside of really big bubbles.
916.264.2920
http://www.saclib.org
7/23/09

Ages: 6-12
Time: 2pm
Cost: Free

Belle Cooledge Branch Library

5600 South Land Park
Sacramento, CA95822


Library Programs
522217

Magic Show and Ice Cream Social


It's good old-fashioned fun at the library when Caddwyn the Magician presents a magic show and afterward, the Friends of the Library serve up some free ice cream.
916.264.2920
http://www.saclib.org
7/23/09

Ages: 1-18
Time: 4pm
Cost: Free

South Natomas Branch Library

2901 Truxel Road
Sacramento, CA95833


Library Programs
522192

Ice Cream Social with Mimo the Clown


Kids are invited to join the McKinley Friends of the Library and Professor Mimo the Clown in our Summer Reading Club Finale.
916.264.2920
http://www.saclibrary.org
7/23/09

Ages: 3-12
Time: 6pm
Cost: Free

McKinley Branch Library

601 Alhambra Blvd.
Sacramento, CA95816


Library Programs
522216

Hardwear Jewelry


Teens can learn to make a cool bracelet out of paper clips and velcro.
916.264.2920
http://www.saclib.org
7/23/09

Ages: 13-18
Time: 4pm
Cost: Free

Rio Linda Branch Library

902 Oak Lane
Rio Linda, CA95673


Library Programs
432550

Toddler Storytime


Children (ages 18 months to three years and their caregivers can visit the library for a morning of stories, songs, and simple crafts. Call to verify in case of changes or cancellations.
916.264.2920
http://www.saclibrary.org
Ongoing Each Thu 1/7/09 - 1/7/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 1-3
Time: 10:05am-10:35am
Cost: Free

Central Branch Library

828 I Street
Sacramento, CA95814


Library Programs
522135

Mini Movie


Families can watch new movies in the Kids Corner.
916.264.2920
http://www.saclib.org
7/23/09

Ages: 5-12
Time: 5:30pm
Cost: Free

Colonial Heights Branch Library

4799 Stockton Blvd.
Sacramento, CA95820


Library Programs
522160

Teen Music Jeopardy


Teens flaunt musical knowledge as contestants on Music Jeopardy.
916.264.2920
http://www.saclibrary.org
7/23/09

Ages: 13-18
Time: 2:30pm
Cost: Free

Franklin Branch Library

1055 Franklin High Rd
Elk Grove, CA95757


Library Programs
522201

Ice Cream Social


Families are invited to celebrate the end of summer reading with an ice cream party. Kids can turn in their summer reading logs and receive great prizes.
916.264.2920
http://www.saclib.org
7/23/09

Ages: 2-19
Time: 4pm
Cost: Free

North Natomas Branch Library

2500 New Market Dr.
Sacramento, CA95835


Library Programs
521645

End of the Summer Party


Kids can celebrate the end of summer reading with games, prizes, and food.
916.264.2920
http://www.saclibrary.org
7/23/09

Ages: 5-12
Time: 3pm
Cost: Free

Arcade Branch Library

2443 Marconi Avenue
Sacramento, CA95821


Library Programs
522198

Magic Dan


Magic Dan performs a special summer show, which encourages readers to express their creative powers.
916.264.2920
http://www.saclibrary.org
7/23/09

Ages: 5-12
Time: 4pm
Cost: Free

N Highlands-Antelope Branch Library

4235 Antelope Rd.
Antelope, CA95843


Library Programs
586036

Preschool Storytime


Little ones and their caregivers are invited to a drop-in storytime that includes 30 minutes of listening to and telling stories, singing songs, movement, and craft-making.

Ongoing Each Thu 9/20/07 - 9/27/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 3-5
Time: 10:15am-10:45am
Cost: Free

Carmichael Branch Library

5605 Marconi Avenue
Carmichael, CA95608


Library Programs
586037

Toddler Storytime


Wee ones and their caregivers are invited to a drop-in storytime that includes stories, rhymes, and fingerplays.
916.264.2920
http://www.saclib.org
Ongoing Each Thu 9/20/07 - 9/27/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 1-3
Time: 11:15am
Cost: Free

Carmichael Branch Library

5605 Marconi Avenue
Carmichael, CA95608


Library Programs
586010

Preschool Storytime


A free 30-minute program for little ones that includes stories, fingerplays, songs, games, and crafts.

Ongoing Each Thu 8/23/07 - 5/29/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 3-5
Time: 10am
Cost: Free

Arcade Branch Library

2443 Marconi Avenue
Sacramento, CA95821


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