There's a little something for everyone coming up on the events calendar this week. From a night of chalk art to a fry festival, here are a few top options to help you get out and about in the days ahead.
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Stand For Children
From the event description:
Stand For Children is an annual collaborative response of all 17 Parent Voices Chapters throughout the State of California who spend a day in Sacramento with a rally on the Capitol steps, marching in the streets of Sacramento and in meets with legislators. The focus is to improve early education for all families and advocate for our children's future.
When: Wednesday, May 8, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: California State Capitol, 1315 10th St., North Steps (L Street side)
Admission: Free
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Chalk Pastel Art Night
From the event description:
You are invited to a Chalk Pastel Art Night at Sacramento's newest gathering spot, The Bank, benefiting the Firefighter's Burn Institute. Come make a beautiful chalk pastel art piece of the Sacramento Tower Bridge led by local artist Kelsey Burke. Your ticket includes a unique locally inspired art piece created by you, light appetizers and a glass of sparkling wine.
When: Wednesday, May 8, 6-9 p.m.
Where: The Bank, 629 J St.
Admission: $50
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Pauly Shore at the Goldfield Trading Post
From the event description:
Stand-up comic, actor, writer and director Pauly Shore tasted super-stardom in 1990 when his precedent-setting MTV show "Totally Pauly" hit the airwaves to major fan approval. Most recently, Pauly released “Pauly Shore Stands Alone,” a true-life roaddocumentary that follows him as he performs in obscure towns throughout Wisconsin while dealing with his personal life back home, which appeared on Showtime and is currently on Amazon Prime.
When: Thursday, May 9, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Goldfield Trading Post, 1630 J St.
Admission: $23
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Sac Dance Project Launch Party
From the event description:
Welcome to the Sac Dance Project — a new concept between All Day All Night, Rhodes and Requiem — merging cutting edge tunes with iconic venues while adding layers of lifestyle and ambiance to each show. The first installment features one of the UK's hottest DJs, Sonny Fodera, at LowBrau.
When: Thursday, May 9, 9 p.m.-Friday, May 10, 1:30 a.m.
Where: LowBrau, 1050 20th St.
Admission: $15 (General Admission). Other ticket options are available.
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Sac Fry Fest
From the event description:
SactoMoFo presents the second annual Sac Fry Fest this Saturday. Experience the creativity of local chefs as they put their culinary skills to the test with loaded fries you’ll love. Join us for live music and fry-themed entertainment, kick back with a craft brew or cider, shop the local makers bazaar, let the kids play at the Fry Fest kids zone and enjoy a delicious day in Roosevelt Park.
When: Saturday, May 11, 3-7 p.m.
Where: Roosevelt Park, 1615 Ninth St.
Admission: $10 (General Admission); $25 (VIP Pass)
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