From a food-film festival to an artistic exploration of the power of the voice, there's plenty to enjoy in Sacramento this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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2018 Sacramento Food Film Festival - Farmers for America
The Sacramento Public Library, in partnership with the America's Farm-to-Fork Capital branch of the tourism board, is presenting the Sacramento Food Film Festival. Tickets are free, but require RSVP; a screening of the film Farmers For America, panel discussion, and small bite appetizers are included.
When: Tuesday, August 14, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Sacramento Central Library, 828 I St.
Admission: Free
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A Conversation with Congressman Kevin McCarthy
On Wednesday at the Sheraton Grand, Congressman Kevin McCarthy (R-Bakersfield), House Majority Leader for the Republican party, will have a discussion with the Public Policy Institute of California's President and CEO Mark Baldassare, followed by an audience Q&A.
When: Wednesday, August 15, 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Where: Sheraton Grand Sacramento, Magnolia and Camellia rooms, lower level, 1230 J St.
Admission: Free
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Creativity+ Voice: Robin Fisher & Daniel Ahlers
Robin Fisher, Professor of Voice at CSUS, and psychiatrist Dan Ahlers, MD, will "examine finding one's artistic voice, being a voice for the voiceless, the power of silence, the pervasive power of language, music and so much more."
When: Thursday, August 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Warehouse Artist Lofts, 1108 R St.
Admission: Free (General Admission); $5 (I know it's free but I want to support Creativity+); $10 (I know it's free but I REALLY want to support C+)
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Single Mom Strong Sacramento's First Annual Game Night
Single Mom Strong is a local nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting single moms. On Thursday night, it's sponsoring a game night for Sacramento-area single moms, where participants will break into teams to play board games.
The organization will provide free snacks as well as childcare, where the kids will be served a kid-friendly dinner and have their own games for entertainment.
When: Thursday, August 16, 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: 2100 J St., Room 202
Admission: Free (Single Mom)
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