HAPPY HOLIDAYS from the Founder of Sacculturalhub.com “Give Thanks to Him and Bless His Name”, Psalm 100 Thank you Hub Fans and Hub Community Partners for supporting Sacculturalhub.com & THE HUB Magazine & TRUE BLESSINGS to all of you for the best in 2011
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Sacculturalhub.com offers our sincerest condolences to Hub Community Partner, Richard Nelson for the tragic loss of his beloved daughter Monique. Our hearts and prayers go out to Richard and his family. We are mourning the loss of 30-year-old Monique Nelson, who shielded her son, Jayden, in the shooting that took place at Fly Cuts & Styles Barbershop on Stockton Blvd in South Sacramento. See more details on the date of the funeral in Sacramento. >>read more
DID YOU KNOW that there was a high-powered night of networking and torch-passing marked event of the fifth California Hall of Fame ceremony held last Tuesday (12/15/10), with legends such as Barbara Streisand and Serena Williams who shared the stage at the California Museum for History, Women and the Arts in Sacramento to honor 14 mega-achieving Californians. >>read more Sacramento Magazine, PEOPLE OF THE YEAR (January 2011 issue), names Yvonne Walker, President of the SEIU Local 1000 (see page 84) and Mayor Kevin Johnson (see page 81). CONGRATULATIONS Yvonne Walker and Mayor Kevin Johnson…JOB WELL DONE!!!
You’ve planned for your family. Now make sure you’ve made plans for your future. The California Partnership for Long-Term Care is giving you the assurances and choices you deserve as you plan ahead for your future long-term care needs. >>read more
Have you applied for the Housing Authority Waitlists? The Waitlists are now open! The Sacramento City and County Housing Authority housing programs serve very low income families and individuals (public housing and elderly only project based HCV, formerly Section 8). Eligible families will receive rental assistance. >>read more
HOLIDAY EATING! How do you eat so you’re full and satisfied, instead of giving in to emotional overeating – or simply digging in because the food is there? It takes some planning—and a few good strategies. Few people overeat in every situation, so determine the circumstances that are likely to trigger a binge. Once you’ve identified which situations are most likely to spark emotional overeating, come up with a game plan for each one. >>read more
December 23 – Christmas Concert
FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT-Bring out the entire family! Come enjoy a Powerhouse Gospel Line-up that is sure to put you in the CHRISTmas spirit! These Stellar Gospel Level Artists have come together on one night to “Give Back” to the community through family friendly comedy and mesmerizing song. Taking place on Thurs-12/23 from 5-9 pm at Westfield Mall 547 L Street – Sacramento >>read more
December 26 – Kwanzaa Family Festival
Don’t miss the Kwanzaa Family Festival this Sun-12/26 from noon to 4 pm taking place at Crocker Art Museum, 216 O Street in Downtown Sacramento. Admission is FREE. At the museum-wide festival, the Crocker celebrates its new collection of African art with music and dance performances by Umoja, Afia Walking Tree and Spirit Drumz, PROJECT, Phoenix Park Multicultural Kids Choir, storytelling by Culture Co-op and a special puppet production, Hamissi the Brave, written by C.W. Hurni and directed by Jerald Bolden. >>read more
EVERY FRIDAY – Live Jazz at Jazzyblues Cafe
Live music EVERY FRIDAY from 7 pm to 9 pm at Jazzyblues Cafe. Get the best soul food in town at Jazzyblues Cafe located at 319 6th Street in West Sacramento. Don’t miss the special event, relationship discussion “For Colored Girls & Boys…” on Thurs-12/16 at 7 pm. For more info call (916) 372-8897 or visit www.jazzybluescafe.com.
Every 2nd & 4th Saturdays: Live Scan Fingerprint Services
Offering Livescan Fingerprints needed for certification and licensing. 2nd & 4th Saturday and by Appt only. Mobile and group discounts available for 4 or more. Regular $20 rolling fee. 7300 Lincolnshire Drive, #100-27, Sacramento CA 95823 Florin Rd/ Franklin Blvd. For more info call (916) 395-7004.
December 29: Kwanzaa Celebration
Join the Sacramento Area Black Caucus (SABC) and the Black United Fund of Sacramento Valley (BUFSV) for their annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Wed-12/29 from 6-8pm at the Oak Park Community Center, 3425 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. in Sacramento. The year’s program will feature a libation, candle highlighting and unity cup ceremonies; and a panel discussion on economic development. The program will also feature a special tribute in memory of Rev. Lucius Walker, Jr., founder and guiding light of IFCO/Pastors for Peace Program. This year’s principle is: Ujamaa (cooperative economics), to build and maintain our own stores, shops and other businesses and to profit from them together. >> read more
Make an Appointment to see Real Estate Income Property
Are you interested in receiving a list of available income properties that include: homes, apartments, land, office buildings, shopping centers, and restaurants? Contact Chuck Starks at (916) 206-2485.
December 31: New Year’s Eve Party
New Years Eve Party Affair. Join the Young Professionals of the Greater Sacramento Urban League at Haggin Oaks Golf Course for a sexy and upscale evening affair! Taking place at Haggin Oaks, 3645 Fulton Avenue in North Sacramento. Cost: $50/person or $40 if you participate in our “Day of Service” by donating 1 hour of your time feed the hungry. For more info, call (916) 286-8694. >> read more
December 31: Spend New Year’s Eve in Vegas
New Year’s Eve Glitz n’ Glamour Viva Las Vegas. Get your party package now >>read more
January 16: Legends of Motown
Don’t the miss the Legends of Motown Old School Tribute Show with …… music of Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Stevie Wonder, and more on Sun-1/16 at 7 pm at Thunder Valley Casino Resort. Ticket prices are just $19 and $29. >>read more
January 14-17: Black Ski Weekend
Don’t miss Black Ski Weekend – Lake Tahoe Winter Jam 2011. Taking place MLK Weekend Jan 14-16, 2011 Last year, over 800 people attended this annual winter getaway. This upcoming event, we expect over 1,000 adventurers from all over the world to represent the LARGEST ski weekend for urban professionals. Make reservations now and get your weekend passes at www.renegadeweekend.com. >>read more
January 29: The Journey Lunch
SAVE THE DATE! “Get Lifted” at The Journey Lunch. Taking place on Sat-1/29 from 1 pm to 3 pm at the Radisson Hotel, 500 Leisure Lane in Sacramento. >> read more
Feb 2011: Super Bowl Cruise
Join Mydas Touch Entertainment for their 2011 Super Bowl Cruise aboard the Carnival Destiny. Your first stop is downtown Key West, Florida, where there are shops, museums, and lively bistros and bars. From there, you’re off to Cozumel, Mexico, the most beautiful island on the Yucatan. You’ll enjoy the many beaches, coral reefs, and supreme water-sport activities. Best of all you can watch the Super Bowl onboard on the big screen. Call 707-567-3293 for pricing and availability. >>read more. >>see more
Oct 2011: Caribbean Cruise
Feel The Allure Eastern Caribbean Cruise – October 16-23, 2011. Sailing from Ft. Lauderdale aboard Royal Caribean’s newest and largest ship The Allure of The Seas. The revolutionary design of Allure of the Seas will fill your days at sea with wonder: wake to ocean views, hop onto a classic, full-sized carousel in the Boardwalk neighborhood, spend some quiet time in the adults-only Solarium, and let the kids’ imaginations run wild in the Youth Zone – the largest dedicated youth area at sea. Jump right into the Pool Zone, where you’ll find the H2O Zone, cantilevered whirlpools, FlowRiders and a thrilling zip-line view of the ship and sea below. When it’s time to unwind, go for a stroll in Central Park – a meandering garden and lush public space lined with foliage and fine restaurants – or take in the majestic view from any of the multiple balconies overlooking the Aqua Theater, the first amphitheater at sea. >>see more
WHO’s WHO African American, Bernard Tyson named president of Kaiser Permanente >>read more
SAVE THE DATE! JANUARY 17, 2011 30th MLK March & Celebration Join us for the largest Martin Luther King ((MLK) March and Celebration in Northern California with over 15,000 glorious marchers. >>see more
BLACK THEATRE Celebration Arts presents “MAHALIA: The Greatest Gospel Singer In The World“ Dec 4 – Jan 21 >>read more
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