FEBRUARY EVENTS
Submissions/Comments/Questions Please submit March Calendar, Exhibits and On Stage information by February 12th. Send press releases, photos or any comments/questions by email to Jennifer Mullins at jennifer.pmevents@yahoo.com We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information. However, please always call ahead to confirm dates, times, location and other event information.
CALENDAR
2 Tuesday
Valentine’s Crafts & Cards - Join the staff at reCREATE for Valentine inspired
crafts. Cost $8. Ages 8+ drop off, under 8 with adult supervision. reCreate
4 Thursday
Preschool Art Class
– The “Language” of art begins with the recognition of lines and shapes.
Instructors show preschoolers how these lines and shapes can fit together to
create a complete whole. Then introduce them to the tools to do it for
themselves! 11:15 am – 12 pm. Ages 4 -5 years. Free preview class for new
students ($59 monthly for weekly Thursday classes). KidzArt Natoms Studio,
5 Friday
Mothers Raising Sons
Monthly Breakfast Workshop - For many moms the task of bringing up boys can
seem very daunting. They worry that they might not have the skills needed to
help them grow into men. This FREE workshop promises to provide the
information necessary. Breakfast begins at 9 am with workshop following at 9:45
am. February’s topic: Against All Odds You Can Make It Mom!. The first 10
mothers to RSVP will receive a free copy of The Warrior King Women Long For, by
Claudia Epperson. Location:
Star Gazing – Catch
a comet before the season’s up! The Sacramento City College Observatory opens
to the public on the first Friday monthly through 5/2010. Opens 7 pm. All ages.
Free.
6 Saturday
FREE
Valentines for the Troops - Liberty Tax Service in
Rocklin will be hosting their 2nd annual Roadside Party. Come enjoy a family-fun-filled day of making
Valentines for our Troops. Stations will
be set up for families to make, or drop off, Valentines for our Soldiers. Free lunch will be provided for all, as well
as bounce houses, music, and face painting.
Have your picture taken with Lady Liberty and Uncle Sam. Drop off a Valentine for a soldier to enter a
raffle and win free tax preparation this year! Bring your W-2’s and have your
taxes prepared while the kids have fun. 10:30 am – 4 pm. Free. All ages.
Writing Love Letters - A workshop for sweethearts –
A recent survey found that 77% of women prefer a love letter over romantic text
or email (1 in 5 have never received one). Here’s the perfect opportunity to
learn to convey those warm fuzzy feelings in love letters that will seal the
deal with your favorite sweetheart. A
Valentine prep workshop on love letter writing will be offered two times at two
locations. Early risers will gather at Crepeville,
1st Saturday Workshop
- Get creative with KidzArt’s Saturday workshops for ages 5-9. Your child
immerse into creative projects with this
extended art workshop, kids get a chance to spend time with messier media and
complete their own two masterpieces! Free preview class for new students ($29
value). KidzArt Natoms Studio,
Music From Around the
World - Musician Felipe Ferraz will entertain and engage the audience with
international children’s folk songs. Hear music and songs from different countries
that are sung in a variety of languages. 2 pm. Free. All ages.
Music Makes the World
Go Round with ArtWorks - Create musical instruments from around the world,
including rain sticks, maracas, flutes, drums, kazoos, and box guitars from
recycled materials. 2 pm. Free. All ages. Orangevale Library,
6 Saturday
FREE
Valentines for the Troops - Liberty Tax Service in
Rocklin will be hosting their 2nd annual Roadside Party. Come enjoy a family-fun-filled day of making
Valentines for our Troops. Stations will
be set up for families to make, or drop off, Valentines for our Soldiers. Free lunch will be provided for all, as well
as bounce houses, music, and face painting.
Have your picture taken with Lady Liberty and Uncle Sam. Drop off a Valentine for a soldier to enter a
raffle and win free tax preparation this year! Bring your W-2’s and have your taxes
prepared while the kids have fun. 10:30 am – 4 pm. Free. All ages.
Writing Love Letters - A workshop for sweethearts –
A recent survey found that 77% of women prefer a love letter over romantic text
or email (1 in 5 have never received one). Here’s the perfect opportunity to
learn to convey those warm fuzzy feelings in love letters that will seal the
deal with your favorite sweetheart. A
Valentine prep workshop on love letter writing will be offered two times at two
locations. Early risers will gather at Crepeville,
1st Saturday Workshop
- Get creative with KidzArt’s Saturday workshops for ages 5-9. Your child
immerse into creative projects with this
extended art workshop, kids get a chance to spend time with messier media and
complete their own two masterpieces! Free preview class for new students ($29
value). KidzArt Natoms Studio,
Music From Around the
World - Musician Felipe Ferraz will entertain and engage the audience with
international children’s folk songs. Hear music and songs from different
countries that are sung in a variety of languages. 2 pm. Free. All ages.
Music Makes the World
Go Round with ArtWorks - Create musical instruments from around the world,
including rain sticks, maracas, flutes, drums, kazoos, and box guitars from
recycled materials. 2 pm. Free. All ages. Orangevale Library,
7 Sunday
“Enlightened
Discipline” with author Julie Jenkins Sathe. This parent growth seminar
will cover techniques and practices of the Safe, Kind & Clean teaching
philosophy taught in a humorous and easy-to-use manner. 1 – 4 pm. Parents and
teachers welcome. Hosted by The Center for Spiritual Awareness,
Birding with Kids:
The Great Backyard Bird Count - This annual
four-day event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to
create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are across the continent. Come
in to the Trailmix.Net Old Sacramento Store to learn how in this free workshop
sponsored by Sacramento Audubon. Anyone can participate, from beginning bird
watchers to experts. It takes as little as 15 minutes on one day, or you can
count for as long as you like each day of the event. 1 pm. Free. All ages.
Seating is limited RSVP required. Trailmix.Net, 116B I St., Old
8 Monday
Meet the Author of
Clark Reeper Tales -
9 Tuesday
Homeschool Day:
Portraits Through Time - Designed for small homeschool groups and individual
families. These special days feature a trail of docent spotlight talks
throughout the Museum, a hands-on art workshop and a post-visit art education
activity to do at home. 10 am – 1 pm. Free to youth groups in Sacramento
County, $2 per student outside of Sacramento County (required chaperones are
free) with admission. General $6; Seniors $4; Children & Students $3.
Mini
Sensorimotor Screenings – Is your
child struggling in school? Can’t sit still, concentrate, or learn effectively?
Sensory processing issues often look like ADHD, anxiety, depression, and
interfere with learning and social skills, but are treatable without
medication! Brainasium provides Mini Sensorimotor Screenings for children 4 -
18 years. Free. 7 – 8 pm. Appointment is
required. Brainasium, 9085 Auburn Folsom Rd.,
10 Wednesday
Music from Around the
World with Don O’Brien - Celebrate the cultural diversity of musical
instruments around the world with musician Don O’Brien. Listen to music from
diverse corners of the world, including Africa (double flute from Ghana),
Ireland (Irish tin whistle), Native American (Navajo Indian flute), Australia
(didgeridoo), Tibet (singing bowls and tingsha), and Italy (baroque recorder).
The audience will have the opportunity to play some instruments. 4 pm. Free.
All ages. South Natomas Library,
11 Thursday
Make A Vase - Just in time for Valentine’s Day
with a plastic bottle and paper mache, all materials provided. Cost $8 .Ages 8+
drop off, under 8 with adult supervision. reCreate
Lake Natoma Parent
Group is a group of parents committed to raising healthy children in an
environment of good food and nutrition, healthy rhythms of play and rest,
age-appropriate activities, limited media exposure, and fostering meaningful
adult/child interactions. At this
particular meeting will focus on child development, Positive discipline and
parenting support. Childcare and nutritious snack provided. 9 – 10:30 am. Free
Located at
“You’re My Valentine” Girlfriend Style - Another
terrific “girls night” is planned! As always there will be a wine and cheese
tasting, dessert and coffee, raffles, shopping and more. Enjoy an evening out with your girlfriends
and celebrate Valentine’s Day.
Married? Single? Makes no
difference “It’s Girlfriend Style”. Bring your friends for a fantastic time.
First 50 guests who wear red (lots of it!) will receive a token “Valentines”
gift at the door. 5:30 – 8:30 pm. Ages 21 and older. $5 in advance; $6 at the
door. Party located at Folsom Community Center, 52 Natomas
12 Friday
Father Daughter Dance - Create magical memories
with your girl with dancing, DJ, and a catered dinner. Professional photographs
available for an additional fee. Pre-registration is required. Three dance are
scheduled 2/12, 2/19, 2/26. Dance begins 6 pm. Tickets $30. All ages. Located
inside
Heart Party - Valentine Making and Cookie Baking! Moms, Dads, Grandparents enjoy making Valentine’s Day crafts and sweet treats with your preschooler or toddler. Free. Call for times. Children must accompanied by guardian at all times. For more info call 916-371-3301 or visit www.SafeKindAndClean.com
Mom’s Night Out!
The Creative Collective - Feed Your Inner Artist! This event is for moms to
come and create. You don't have to be an artist to make this.. but you do need
to turn on your creativity. Invite a friend, and come out for a fun-filled
evening! Appetizers will be served. Cost $18 .Ages 18. reCreate
13 Saturday
Second Saturday for
Families: Drawing from Still Life. You will find still-life paintings
featuring grapes, flowers, fruit and even dead fish and birds. In this art
workshop, experiment with an assortment of objects to create and draw a still
life arrangement of your own design. Seating is limited and reservations are
required. 12 – 3 pm. All ages. Free with admission. General $6; Seniors $4;
Children & Students $3.
2nd Saturday Workshop
- Get creative with KidzArt’s Saturday workshops for ages 9 - 12. Your child
immerse into creative projects with this
extended art workshop, kids get a chance to spend time with messier media and
complete their own two masterpieces! Free preview class for new students ($29
value). KidzArt Natoms Studio,
Animal Tracks and Signs
- There are many animal-made signs in the woods that reveal who has used the
trail before you. Become a nature
detective by playing tracks and scat games, then take a walk to find some
animal signs in the Nature Area. 10:30 am. All ages. Free. Parking fee $5 or
Free to ARNHA members.
Beasty Valentine’s
Day - Enjoy valentine making stations, decoupage heart
boxes and lots of red paint in celebration of the ones with love at ArtBeast
Studio in midtown
15 Monday
8th Annual American
Heritage Day – Bring history to life for children in this hands on event.
Kids can participate in re-enactment performances along with live
entertainment, activities and much more. 10 am – 2 pm. All ages. Free.
17 Wednesday
Wee Wednesday at
Graceful Health -
Life is fast paced and often much too stressful these days, especially with
kids. We need as much energy and vitality to, not only keep up with our
children, but to support them and help them grow. Learn about a very
gently and easy way of recapturing some of your youthful vitality so you can be
more of the parent you always envisioned yourself to be. 7 – 8:15 pm. Parents welcomed.
Free. Graceful Health...center for wellbeing,
19 Friday
Father Daughter Dance - see February 12 for details.
20 Saturday
Free Dental
Screenings and Fluoride Treatment – Hosted by
Coyote Tales - Join
staff for a Native American story about Coyote, then get a close-up look at a
coyote pelt, skull and mounted specimen.
Discover some facts about these wild dog relatives and take a walk in
their habitat. 10:30 am. All ages. Free. Parking fee $5 or Free to ARNHA
members.
Children’s Glowstick Parade & Carnival - Bring the family for a kid's version of the
Torchlight Parade with glowsticks for children 10 or younger who can ski or
ride unassisted in the dark on our Snowbird run. Come early to secure a spot in
the parade. Live music and snacks will be provided in the bar area prior to the
parade. Sign-up between 5 – 6:30 pm, parade begins at 7 pm. Free. Tahoe Donner
ski Hill,
21 Sunday
Habitat Improvement
at
Capital City Black Expo 2010 see February 19 for details.
23 Tuesday
Free Pancakes at IHOP Restaurants nationwide - Celebrate National Pancake Day on IHOP will be offering a free short stack of their famous buttermilk pancakes to each guest. In exchange for the free flapjacks, IHOP will ask guests to consider making a voluntary contribution to Children’s Miracle Network or other local charities. As this being the fifth year IHOP has raised the bar to 1.75 million, come out and support this delicious day of fundraising. 7 am – 10 pm. For more info or to donate online visit www.IHOPPancakeDay.com
Garden Buddies Rock
Creatures – It’s time to start planning your garden and decorating it too!
Join the reCreate staff and reCreate a rock into a creature, and also make
colorful garden stakes. Cost $8 .Ages 8+ drop off, under 8 with adult
supervision. reCreate
Mini Sensorimotor Screenings see February 9 for details.
24 Wednesday
Preschool and
Children’s Activity Fair hosted by Sierra Moms. This is a free community
event for parents and caregivers to learn about the many preschools,
extracurricular activities and entertainment services available to children and
their families in the Folsom and El Dorado Hills communities. 4 – 7:30 pm. All
ages. Free. Folsom Community Center, 52 Natomas
25 Thursday
Lake Natoma Parent Group, see February 11 for details.
26 Friday
Father Daughter Dance - see February 12 for details.
27 Saturday
Cameron Park / El Dorado
Hills Kid’s Swap – Calling all local eco minded moms to get together and
recycle (exchange) their kid’s stuff (ages 0-14 and maternity). Drop off items
between 11 am – 12 pm. Swap starts at 12:30 pm finishing at 2 pm. Admission $5
& stuff to swap! Location inside Tumble Time Gymnastics,
28 Sunday
Sing the Winter Blues
Away - Join musician Lisa Phenix for a nature-based music and movement
program. Choose an instrument from
Lisa’s basket and play along! 10:30 am. Ideal for children 8 & younger.
Free. Parking fee $5 or Free to ARNHA members.
ON-GOING EVENTS
EXHIBITS & ON STAGE
Storybook Art and
Fingerplay - Each
class opens with gentle songs and fingerplay to capture the meaning of the
songs. 10:30 am – 11 am. Ages 2 & Up. World Dance and
Storytelling - Travel the globe with Sonja as she shares stories and folk dances from around the world. In
between, music from each land is played and a simple folk dance taught and danced in a joyful
circle. 11:30 am – 12 pm. All ages.
Exploring Art with the Great Artists at Art Beast. Each week, an artist
is featured. Children learn about the mediums and approaches the artists used,
and then explore the methods themselves. 2 – 2:45 pm. Ages 4 & Up. Free for
members or with admission to Art Beast. Parents are welcome to join-in. Adult
$8; Child $8; Extra adults in family are free. Art Beast,
Drum and Dance for Joy! Watch
and listen to exciting dance and drumming from West Africa, the
Polynesian Dancing
with Youth of Friendly Islands - Youth of the Friendly Islands (To'utupa
'oe 'out Felenite), will perform dances from the
Parent’s Day Every
Tuesday - Moms and Dads, bring
your under 13 year old skier to Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area for a day of
skiing and receive a complimentary all day lift ticket. That's right, get a
great deal for your child and you ski for free. Adult lift ticket $38; Youth 7
– 12 & Seniors 60 – 69 $18; Children $5 & under and Seniors 70+ Free.
Excludes 12/19 – 1/3.
Family Bounce Night
at Bouncetown. Every Wednesday is Family Bounce Night from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
Children under two years and parents play FREE with a paying child. 11/3
Special Needs Night 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Bring your children to play in a
supportive and stimulating environment where you will be surrounded by other parents of Special needs children and their families.
Bouncetown,
Bouncetown /
LaZerCity in El Dorado Hills – Family Fun Nights every Thursday 6:30 – 8:30
pm. Children under two years and parents play FREE with a paying child.
Admission: Child $7; LaZerCity $6 per game; Family 4 pack $20. Bouncetown /
LaZerCity,
Fit4Birth Pre & Postnatal Yoga/Fitness Classes - If you're pregnant and wish to stay in shape during and after your pregnancy, Fit4Birth is for you! Are you wondering if it is safe to continue with your regular exercise routine or begin a fitness program now that you are pregnant? Have you just recently had a baby and looking to get back to your pre-pregnancy shape? We'll help you figure out your ongoing fitness needs during all three trimesters and beyond. First class is FREE! Classes are held daily for a complete schedule and locations visit www.Fit4Birth.com or contact Alicia 916-316-7144.
2/27-28 Terrifying Tyrannosaurs: There is a T-rex on the loose
explore the museum’s grounds to discover giant dinosaur footprints and learn
about this prehistoric dinosaur during your search along with making a T-Rex
craft. Visit the classroom from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm. Crafts are age appropriate for children 4 – 12 years of age. Free with
admission to museum. Museum hours Sat – Sun, 10 am – 5pm; General $6; Teens
13-17 & Seniors $5; Children $4; Children 3 & under Free.
Country Centre 4H (2nd
Monday’s) 4H is a fun activity! Children and
Youth can earn patches to wear on your 4H hat and make new friends. Club
activities include leadership, projects, community service, and parties.
Other opportunities include public speaking, record keeping, competition, and a
teen social group. 4-H is open to youth ages 5-19. Adult Volunteers
are always welcome. Come and visit to see if you're interested in
joining the fun! 7 – 8:30 pm. 2nd Monday of each month. Fee $12;
Adult leaders $6 per year.
Stroller Strides
– Offers moms a great way to get fit and bring baby along for the ride. With
indoor and outdoor classes held weekly and in some areas daily, you have no
excuse. Fitness levels vary from all-over body workout to advance intensity.
For more details and locations near you log onto www.StrollerStrides.com
Check out what’s going on at your local Library this month all programs are free to the public. Activities include: Baby & Toddler playgroups, lapsit Storytime, and fun craft activities. Kids can enjoy a variety of musicians, storytellers, magicians, puppeteers, and other talented performers. School aged children can participate in entertaining and fundamental learning programs for more information on date’s, location’s, and time’s in Sacramento call 916-264-2920 or visit www.SacLibrary.org; Yolo County call 530-666-8005 or visit www.YoloCounty.org; Folsom call 916-355-7372 or visit www.FolsomLibrary.com; El Dorado County call 530-621-5540 or visit www.EldoradoLibrary.org; Roseville call 916-774-5221 or visit www.Roseville.ca.us/Library; Placer County visit www.Placer.ca.gov/Departments/Library; Citrus Heights call 916-264-2700.
Hatha Yoga at Quarry
Ponds (Every Saturday) Renew your mind, body and spirit, all levels and
ages are welcome, kid’s too! Weather permitting, the classes take place outside
under the
New and Pregnant
Mom’s Group (Every Wednesday) hosted by Mother’s Support Network. Do you
have questions about your new little bundle of joy? Need some support and
encouragement? Spend some time with the New & Pregnant Moms’ Group. They
hold weekly meetings at the Mothers'
The Bounce Spot
(Ongoing) Drop-in and play, come and go as you would like during the day.
The open play room has a fenced in toddler area (inflatable ball pit, toys,
books, and so much more) huge 18 ft. slide, 65 ft. long obstacle course, a bouncer
with boxing, jousting, volleyball and basketball. Public Play Times: 10 am – 7
pm Wed. – Fri. Call for weekend hours. Sock are required to play. Entry fee $7;
additional sibling $5; Two adults free per family. The Bounce Spot,
Free Craft Time
(Every Saturday)
Sacramento
Homeschooling Cooperative Weekly Park Day - The Sacramento
Homeschooling Cooperative is a group of
homeschooling families who are interested in sharing their energy and
enthusiasm for homeschooling, regardless of educational, religious, or
political philosophies. They meet every Monday
(excluding holiday’s) at different parks in the
La Leche League is an international, nonprofit, nonsectarian organization dedicated to providing support, encouragement, information, and education from accredited Leaders to women who want to breastfeed. Encouraging moms to connect with other breastfeeding mothers in their community through their local La Leche League group. La League League offers monthly meetings, phone support, a members' lending library and more! Meetings in the Sacramento region can be found in Auburn, Davis, Elk Grove, Elverta (North Sac), Fair Oaks, Folsom, Roseville/Citrus Heights, and Sacramento. For more information on meeting times, visit www.LLLNorcal.org or call Sacramento Area Hotline at 916-442-5920
5k Wednesday Night
Walks - Sponsored by
We Salute Our Heroes
(2/1 – 3/15) The Academy will offer free admission to military personnel,
firefighters, police officers, and teachers, in honor of their service to our
communities and country. To participate, individuals must show proof of
occupation and a valid ID at the ticket window. Mon – Sat, 9:30 am – 5 pm; Sun
11 am – 5 pm.
Kids Yoga
(Wednesdays) Yoga gives kids the tools to be happy and calm. Imagine your child
deep breathing their way out of a tantrum! They can learn this, plus gain
strength and flexibility through a kids yoga class that combines stories, poses
and meditation for a fun and active practice. 3:30 – 4:15 pm. All ages. Fee
$13. Asha Yoga,
Praise Dance Fitness,
Christian Meditation, Christian Aerobics, Praise Moves - Whether you need to
lose a few extra pounds, drop 3 dress sizes, alleviate stress, learn how to eat
better, or just have FUN, we have something for you. The Christian Meditation,
PraiseWorks, Inc, and Oak Park United Methodist Church have teamed up to bring
the community a series of health, fitness, and educational classes all designed
to make you feel better inside and out. Enjoy Christian Aerobics, Christian Meditation,
Praise Dance Fitness, and Praise Moves: The Christian Alternative to
Yoga. Classes have begun at
EXHIBITS
Gee Whiz
Geology (New Exhibit!) Rocks and fossils fill the museum during this
exhibit. You can interact with hundreds of specimens by experimenting at the
geology stations. The nature of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rock can
be explored through hands-on experiences. Free with admission to museum. Tues –
Fri, 12 – 5 pm; Sat – Sun, 10 am – 5pm; Closed Monday except for school tours.
All ages. General $6; Teens 13-17 & Seniors $5; Children $4; Children 3
& under Free. $1 discount for weekday admission. The
Born to Ride: Motorbikes Past and
Present (Now through 3/12) Feel the adrenaline rush as you experience the evolution of the
motorbike! This exhibit will include early 20th century models,
classic cruisers, contemporary customs, concept prototype illustrations and a
unique collection of racing motorcycles and artifacts. Some of the bikes
on exhibit will include a 1914 Indian once owned by Steve McQueen, a rare 1942
Crocker, and a collection of racing motorcycles, chronicling local and regional
racing history. Going Green: It’s Cool for the
Planet (Permanent) exhibit showcases a range
of vehicles that span the turn of the 20th century to the early
years of the 21st century, including prototype experimental vehicles
that have helped develop hydrogen fuel cells, as well a electric plug-in
technology that is expected to be widely available in the next 5 years. Open
daily. 10 am – 6 pm. General $8; Seniors (65+) $7; Students w/ id $4; 5 &
under Free; Group rates and AAA discounts available. Space is limited so call
916-442-6802 to reserve a spot.
Grand Opening of the
“Some Assembly
Required” Exhibit of Museum’s Toy Treasures (Now through 2/15) Some toys are so timeless they capture the imagination of
kids and adults for generations. Such is the case with many of the rare,
intricate and colorful railroad-themed toys. The Rail Splitter and the
Railroads (now through 2/15) “
Treasures, Curiosities
& Secrets: The Crockers and the Gilded Age (Now through 5/9) A new exhibit at the Crocker
Art Museum pays tribute to the Museum’s
founders and shares the stories of philanthropy, eccentricity and high style
that made the Crockers the epitome of the Gilded
Age. Breathtaking jewelry, dramatic gowns,
china, furniture, personal letters, paintings and photographs tell the
lesser-known side of the Crocker family’s story.
Meadows and Mountains: The Art of William F. Jackson (Now through 5/9)
"Our Union Forever:
Carried with
Courage - A remarkable and unique
collection of Civil War flags from the Capitol Historic Flag Collection on
display in the Library Exhibit Room. Some
of these flags were flown on display on the parade ground, while others have
accompanied Californians into battle. This exhibit is a unique opportunity and
will offer the public a once in a lifetime chance to view this remarkable
collection. Open daily 9 am – 5 pm, tours available hourly. All ages. Free.
Bountiful Harvest:
An Exploration of Maidu Culture (Ongoing) New interactive exhibit. All ages.
Free, donations welcome. Wed. – Sun. 9 am – 5 pm; Mon. – Tues. 9 am – 1 pm. Parking
fee $5 or Free to ARNHA members.
The
American
Masterpieces: The Artistic Legacy of California Indian Basketry (now through 3/1/2010) This exhibit,
displays over 80 California Indian baskets from the vast collection held by
California State Parks. It features the evolution of Native American basketry
in
ON STAGE
Younger than
Springtime (2/4-6) The second show in STC's 09-10 Cabaret Series. Younger
Than Springtime: A Tribute to Broadway's Youth. Performance times: 2/4, 7 pm;
2/5, 8 pm; 2/6, 2 & 8 pm. Tickets $25. All ages. Sacramento Theatre
Company,
(2/7) Liadov:
“Kikimora;”Bartók: Violin Concerto No. 2,
with Hrabba Atladottir, violin; Mussorgsky: “Pictures at an
Exhibition.” Christian Baldini, director. 8 pm. All ages. Adults $10/14/16;
Students & Children $5/7/8.
(2/27) The American
Piano: Concert, with Anthony de Mare and Steven Mayer, pianos, celebrating
the diversity of American piano literature, from the nightclub to the concert
hall. Works by Cage, Gottschalk, Joplin, Rzewski and others. Joseph Horowitz,
artistic director. 8 pm. All ages. Adults $30; Students & Children $15.
Studio Theatre,
(2/28) The American
Piano: Copland, the Piano, and Politics, exploring Copland’s piano works,
the influence they had on the American piano repertoire and the politics that
influenced his writing. Joseph Horowitz, artistic director. 2 pm. All ages.
Adults $30; Students & Children $15. Studio Theatre,
Joe Goode Performance Group (2/24 – 26) American Movement Series - the San Francisco dance company that’s earned an international reputation for fearless productions that address some of life’s toughest questions, returns to the Mondavi Center with a program of two works. The new work Wonderboy is a collaboration with puppeteer Basil Twist, and has been praised as Goode’s “most absorbing, most humanistic effort in many moons”. The program also includes 29 Effeminate Gestures, a legendary 12-minute solo piece by the award-winning choreographer. 8 pm. All ages. Tickets $TBA. Jackson Hall, UC Davis Campus. For ticket or for more info call 866-754-2787 or visit www.MondaviArts.org. Accommodations for persons with disabilities are available on request.
Art Beast Mini-Play’s
for children 3 to 8 years old: Kid’s put on a show! In
this 8 week workshop, children will ready and perform “Tic Tac and Toe and the
Case of the Missing Piggie,” a play about two little pigs searching for their
sibling and a very happy ending. The children will create sets,
accent costumes, receive scripts, learn lines, and get ready for a wonderful
performance for their friends and family. Every Mon. 3:30 – 5 and Wed. 4 – 5 pm
through March 3. $100 for non-members; Free for
Art Beast members. Art Beast ,
Maternal Instincts
(1/15 – 2/21) An award-winning comedy about four generations of mothers and
daughters with a genetic penchant for deceit, misdirection and fierce loving
loyalty. The family that frays together stays together! Performance times: Fri.
/ Sat. 8 pm; Sun. 2 pm. General $17; Students, Seniors & SARTA $15; Groups
$14. Chautauqua Playhouse,
Disney’s Aladdin Jr.
(1/22 – 2/14) All of your favorite characters are in this stage adaptation of
the Disney hit, including Aladdin, Jasmine, and of course the Genie. Filled
with magic, mayhem, flying carpet rides, and the tuneful Academy award-winning
score. Performance times: Fri. 7:30 pm; Sat. / Sun. 2 pm. General $16 / balcony
$8; Students & Seniors $14; Children
$8. Woodland Opera House,
The Conductor:
Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad (1/28 – 3/14) The story of one
woman's extraordinary courage and the journey from slavery to freedom. (family
series) Performance times: Sat. / Sun. 1 pm & 4 pm. General $20; Children
$15. B Street Theatre,
