Sacramento
Spring Forward
Daylight Savings is killer to anybody working on a graveyard shift. I am not looking forward to losing an hour of sleep. I am also dreading more sunlight shining at my bedtime. Last Spring, I remember smelling BBQ wafting over the neighbors, kids screaming and everyone enjoying their non-Vampire lifestyles. I’m grateful for investments... »
Slippery
Sacramento meteorologists say we should expect more wet weather this week. Sigh. My future garden could use the water. But rainy weather is a pain when I’m trying to stay awake on Eastbound I-80. If you can see this, then you might need a Flash Player upgrade or you need to install Flash Player if it's... »
Slurp It
Waking up to more rain. This weekend – I’m sure plenty of people are ready to hunker down at home with a decent supply of beer and munchies. On Sunday – some folks want to stay inside and watch Team USA kick take down Team Canada for the Gold Medal Match in Hockey. USA! USA!... »
Variations on Comfort Food
The ladies who lunch…. …end up at Tuli Bistro. On my lunch dates in Sacramento, ladies always suggest meeting up at this intimate foodie spot on S Street. Folks who have been working for 10-hours in a windowless office will enjoy the sunny skies on the patio. On colder days, we can warm up by... »
Pizza and a Movie
Blue tails whipping in the air. Wispy souls dancing on a breeze. Metal monsters blasting anything that moves. Yes, I finally saw Avatar in IMAX 3D. This our second attempt to watch the James Cameron film at the IMAX theater on K Street. On our first attempt, we made the mistake of trying to purchase our tickets... »
Mulvaney’s B&L Rewarded – Justly
My affection and admiration for Mulvaney’s B&L is no secret. I’d give it the Best-in-Sac title and happily battle anyone championing other venues. I now have new ammo for my side: the Sacramento Metro Chamber of Commerce awarded it Small Business of the Year. Even if you’re not a foodie and don’t care much... »
Sacramento parking free between Thanksgiving and Christmas
Well, some Sacramento street parking will be free – but it’s still not a bad deal. Starting the day after Thanksgiving, metered spots between I and L and from Front Street to 29th Street will be free after 4:30pm and all day Saturday and Sunday (but still pay attention to time limits and curb... »
Spring Awakening – Unfocused but Moving Fun
Can something be moving and fun? Sure, why not. Full disclosure: I was lucky enough not to pay for my ticket to see Spring Awakening at the Community Theater - though I would be happy to pay for the show. One of the few new shows on stage these days (it didn’t come from a... »
Local Theater Post: That girl from Glee; changes for two theaters; time left to catch a good thing
First – a bit of shameless (shameless!) self-promotion: Tonight will be the Sacramento Comedy Spot’s final show at it’s Broadway studio. Starting next week, the laughs will continue in the MARRS building in midtown (so you should maybe check out Lounge on 20 after all). We’re doubling capacity and quadrupling the funny. Swear. Don’t... »
NYT spends 36 hours in Sacramento – some of it spent well, some of it not so well-spent
I agree, mostly, with this run down of how to best spend 36 hours in Sacramento. It’s a mostly up-beat and complimentary piece. Sadly, they opt for some obvious choices in places, but overall, I suppose the NYT gets it right. I disagree most fervently with the inclusion of Grange and the exclusion of Mulvaney’s. ... »
Burgers and Brew
A tale of two burger joints: Same name, same company – but 2 different cities and 2 totally different dining experiences. On two separate weekends, I tried out Burgers and Brew in Sacramento and Davis. Both are owned by Crepeville. Let’s start with the one in Sacramento. I loved the location for... »
B Street Gets An A
I’m ashamed to say that, despite being part of the local theater community and despite living in Sac off-and-on for almost 10 years now, I’ve been remiss in actually SEEING any local theater productions. That changed last Saturday night when I saw the B Street Theater’s production of The Maintenance Man. Smart, fast-paced, well-acted, funny,... »
Not Too Late To Submit Your Snaps!
Recall, if you will, the Downtown Sacramento Partnership’s annual photography contest? We talk about it every year – this year being no exception. Well, the September 11 deadline has come and gone. But wait! Did you forget to send your entry?! Julie Beckner of the DSP reports that the deadline has been extended to this... »
Forecast Sunny at new, improved Weatherstone
I was never a fan of Java City’s products, nor their employees’ attitudes, so when Old Soul Co. took over the 21st Street storefront, I welcomed the change. Now, there is even more reason to celebrate as Weatherstone has improved the cafe even more. New paint, a slightly altered layout and most apparent, the addition of... »
Second Saturday
We were lucky we found parking in Midtown Sacramento. Several streets were blocked off to traffic and packed with people mingling by tables of art, tchotchkes and fliers for future events. It was my first Second Saturday and it was delightful. I enjoyed listening to a DJ mixing Lady Gaga outside of Plum Blossom as... »