While the biggest event of the week is of course the national midterm election, once you've voted you may be at a loss for what to do.
Fortunately, there's plenty to enjoy once you have performed your civic duty, from a whiskey tasting to an anniversary celebration for local radio station K-ZAP. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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Compass Box Whiskey Tasting
Downtown Irish pub de Vere's and ROCO Wine & Spirits are collaborating on a whiskey tasting with education from a whiskey expert. Included in the ticket is an opening cocktail, a flight of five whiskeys, and appetizers selected to complement them.
When: Tuesday, November 6, 6-8 p.m.
Where: De Vere's Irish Pub, 1521 L St.
Admission: $40
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The Jungle Bird's Second Year Anniversary Dinner
Midtown tiki bar The Jungle Bird is hosting a five-course Polynesian-inspired dinner from chef Michelle Erlewine.
The ticket includes the dinner and one cocktail, and four more cocktails and a limited edition tiki mug will be available for purchase throughout the meal.
When: Tuesday, November 6, 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: Jungle Bird, 2516 J St.
Admission: $100
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Policy and a Pint: We Voted . . . Now What?
On Thursday, the Ruhstaller brewery and taproom downtown is hosting a free, public panel discussion on the expected results of the election happening Tuesday, November 6. (That's today — it's not too late to vote now, if you haven't.)
Panelists will include Kim Alexander, president of the California Voter Foundation, Brian Brokaw, senior political advisor to Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom, and Tim Rosales, campaign manager for gubernatorial candidate John Cox.
When: Thursday, November 8, 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: Ruhstaller (basement level), 726 K St.
Admission: Free
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Psychedelic Psacramento: CapRadio's Second Saturday Reception
Sacramento classic rock station K-ZAP, found at 93.3 on the radio dial, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with Capital Public Radio. The Second Saturday event will include a collection of music memorabilia such as poster art, handbills, photos, LPs and ticket stubs.
Admission is free, but requires an RSVP, and Terra d'Oro Winery will be providing complimentary wine.
When: Saturday, November 10, 4-9 p.m.
Where: Capital Public Radio, 7055 Folsom Blvd.
Admission: Free
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