Issue May 12, 2011 – Sacculturalhub.com Urban Weekly e-magazine
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Things to do, Places to go, People to Meet IssueMay 11, 2011
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Share your events with us and get your event in front of over 25,000 unique visitors browsing the website of Sacculturalhub.com monthly.ADD YOUR EVENT TODAY for FREE! Celebrate the urban lifestyle of African Americans in Northern California and beyond. Don’t miss a beat of the who, what, and why of what’s happening in your neighborhood. So much is going on in Northern California and YOU can browse all the EVENTS in one-place at one-time on our EVENTS page of Sacculturalhub.com! Stay-in-the-know with a variety of activities for the entire family.
Comedy Show: “Donnell Rawlings”
May 12-15th
In May don’t miss the best of comedy in Sacramento. See Donnell Rawlings on May 12th and Faizon Love on May 29th.
The Black Light Lounge
Friday, May 13
Hosted by Khiry Malik. Featuring live soul music and poetry performances by: Ifamodupe, Yardley Griffin, Yvette Gauff, Chris Jones, Qui510, Kaleo, The Black Light Band & DJ Supe. $10 admission. FREE FOOD and drink specials – Happy Hour 7 pm – 10 pm. See more
Summer Jazz Concert Series at the Radisson
May 13-Sept 10
HuskyShows presents their 2011 Smooth Jazz Summer Concert Series (May 13-Sept 10, 2011) celebrating 10 years under the stars at the Radisson Hotel Sacramento in the intimate setting of the Grove. see more
2011 Celebration Conference
May 13-15
“Restoring the Bond” conference will convene at Progressive Church of God in Christ, located at 2251 Meadowview Road in Sacramento May 13-15. Mark your calendars. Finally a conference for the ENTIRE family! read more
Spring Wine Fest
May 14
Get ready for the “Jazz on J Spring Wine Fest”. Taking place on Sat-May 14 at Dobra Zemlia Winery in Amador. read more
Bay Area Black Comedy Competition
May 14
GET YOUR LAUGH ON! Don’t miss the 25th Anniversary Bay Area Black Comedy Competition & Festival Final Round taking place Sat-5/14 at 8 pm. Hosted by Don “D.C.” Curry at Oakland’s Paramount Theatre. read more
“Jazz in the Mix”
EVERY TUESDAY
6-9 pm on Tuesday nights come for the incredible upscale lounge with comfy seating, elegant mixed drinks, extensive wines….. read more
Update: Black Family Week & Day at UC Davis
May 16-May 21
Get the updates and schedule for Black Family Week & Day at UC Davis. Read more
Summer Jazz Concert Series
May 19
Every Third Thursday don’t miss Summer Jazz Concert Series – Thursdays til 9 pm outdoors at Crocker Art Museum in Downtown Sacramento.
40th Church Anniversary Celebration
May 20
40th Anniversary Celebration, in honor of Dr. Ephraim Williams and the late First Lady, Mrs. Carrie Sue Williams…”Celebrating a Life and Ministry Focused on God” at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church. Taking place on Fri-5/20 in the Grand Ballroom at the Radisson Hotel in Sacramento. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Read more
Comedy at Tommy T’s
May 20-22nd
Women of Inspiration Awards
May 21
The OBSERVER Media Group, with support from a host of sponsors,is hosting the 10th annual Women of Inspiration Awards Luncheon. The event will be held at the Radisson Hotel Saturday, May 21. The program starts at 11:30 a.m. Read more
Book Discussion: “The New Jim Crow”
May 25
Don’t miss this academic book discussion and book signing event with special guest, Professor Michelle Alexander and author of “The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the age of Colorblindness”. FREE ADMISSION. Spread the word and join us on Wed-5/25 from 6:30 pm to 8 pm at the Women’s Civic Improvement Center (WCIC), 3555 3rd Avenue in Sacramento. Read more
CD Release “Hands Up” Celebration
May 27
Morris Music Group presents Alonzo G. Morris CD Release Party “Hands Up” produced by Derek “DOA” Allen. It’s a night of great gospel music live at the Crest Theatre, 1013 K Street in Sacramento. Read more
TEEN FORUM
May 27
Calling all teenagers 12-17 to attend the “TEEN FORUM” – discover teen discussion and solutions on domestic violent relationships, “Youth Going Places”. Come hear great speakers, enjoy entertainment, vendors and get resources. FREE ADMISSION! Doors open 6 pm. Discussion starts 6:30 pm to 8 pm. Read more
Local Celebrity Basketball Game featuring Sacramento’s most popular and successful men. Kids will get to shoot free throws and there will be a halftime half court shot! Taking place Fri-6/17 in Sacramento. See list of confirmed players
FREE ONLINE “Gang Prevention Videos”
www.thugexposed.org
ThugExposed.Org is providing free gang and drug prevention staff training all over California now for youth programs, churches, group homes, foster care agencies and correctional facilities. Read more
“Kim Waters” in concert
June 25
Don’t miss this special concert event, “Lovers night out”…starring Kim Waters. Read more
Super 70’s Soul Jam
July 7
The Super 70’s Soul Jam is the coming together of American Soul Music Legends celebrating the decade of soul, disco & dance. Read more
California State Fair
July 14-31
Get your Season Pass now for the California State Fair – see more
WCIC 75th Anniversary Celebration
August 1-9
Do you know any relative of the visionary WCIC founders? In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Board of Directors of the Women’s Civic Improvement Club of Sacramento, Inc., are proud to announce Women’s Civic Improvement Club’s 75th Anniversary Celebration, August 1-6, 2011. The week-long celebration will feature fun and educational activities for all ages, as well as, a gala banquet and reception. For more information, contact Ms. Davis or Mrs. Acorda at WCIC, (916) 451-8870. read more
“Entering the College Zone” (ECZ) is a free intervention/prevention program that empowers middle school students to achieve the goal of higher education, while motivating their parents to take an active role in furthering their children’s education. 6th – 9th grade students and their parents. Taking place on Sat-5/14 at Sacramento City College
Black Infant Health Power Soul Stroll Sign up now for the 5k walk fundraiser on Sat-6/18
In conjunction with Sacramento’s 10th Annual Juneteenth Festival, Correctional Workers Who Care will host its first ever Black Infant Health Power Soul Stroll for Health. The walk will take place on Sat-6/18 and begin at 9am and will conclude at 11am. Water and light snacks will be available. Read more
SUMMER YOUTH CAMP for boys and girls in Sacramento
Juneteenth Talent Show AUDITIONS at William Land Park Amphitheater in Sacramento from 10 am – 3 pm Do you have what it takes? Auditions for: Musical Performance (R&B, Gospel, Neo Soul, Hip-Hop, Country Western, Reggae) Dance Spoken Word Step & Drill Visual Arts
Celebration Arts Theatre presents “PERMANENT COLLECTION“: The new African American gallery director’s effort to add pieces to the Permanent Collection are met with opposition.
SCHOLARSHIP RESOURCES FOR YOUTH – There is are so many cash opportunities for pursuing your career and academic goals – be sure to encourage those who need it to apply
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