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stand-up shows on Comedy Central. Comedienne Shea Shuga opens this series of shows at Old Sacramento’s Laughs Unlimited. Thursday, March 22, 8 p.m.; Friday, March 23, 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.; Saturday, March 24, 8 and 10:30 p.m.; Sunday, March 25, 7 p.m.; $10-$20. Laughs Unlimited, 1207 Front Street; (916) 446-8128; http://stevewilsoninfo.com.
Best known for his catch phrase “Dy-no-mite!” from the sitcom Good Times, Walker was once named Time Magazine’s “Comedian of the Decade.” After success in film and television, he’s returned to his roots, enjoying a career in stand-up comedy. He’ll perform an all-ages series of shows at Tommy T’s. Thursday, March 22, at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, March 23, at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m.; Saturday, March 24 ,at 7 and 9:30 p.m.; Sunday March, 25 at 7 p.m.; $10-$25. Tommy T’s Comedy & Dinner Theatre, 12401 Folsom Boulevard in Rancho Cordova; (916) 357-5233; www.dynomitejj.com.
FLIPS AND BEANERS COMEDY TOUR WITH RODGER LIZAOLA HEADLINING There are plenty of hilarious Filipino and Latino stand-up comics out there, and the Flips and Beaners Comedy Tour features a rotating cast highlighting some of the best. Headlining this night of comedy is Rodger Lizaola from Gilroy. Thursday, March 29, 8 p.m.; $10. Laughs Unlimited, 1207 Front Street; (916) 446-8128; www.rodgerlizaola.com.
JOHNNY SANCHEZ A comic best known for his time as a former MadTV cast member, Johnny Sanchez has toured with the Latin Kings of Comedy. In addition, he’s great at impressions as was a voice actor in the animated Happy Feet. Friday, March 30, at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m.; Saturday, March 31, at 7 and 9:30 p.m.; and Sunday, April 1 at 7 p.m.; $15-$30. Tommy T’s Comedy & Dinner Theatre, 12401 Folsom Boulevard in Rancho Cordova; (916) 357-5233; www.tommyts.com.
MANNY MALDONADO FEATURING JIMMY EARL From Modesto, Manny Maldonado has made a name for himself as a comic by blending oberservational and physical comedy with unique voice acting abilities. Recently, he was invited to talk about racism on a panel for the Dr. Phil show. He headlines three nights of comedy with Jimmy Earl opening. Friday, March 30, 8 and 10:30 p.m.; Saturday, March 31, 8 and 10:30 p.m.; Sunday, April 1 at 7 p.m.; $10-$20. Laughs Unlimited, 1207 Front Street; (916) 446-8128; www.youtube.com/themannymaldonado.
interactive sessions. Sa, 3/24, 8:30am. $39. Riverview Community Center, 10700 Ambassador Dr. in Rancho Cordova.
Volunteer PLANTING WITH REI AT ALDER GROVE: Join the Sacramento Tree Foundation and REI in increasing the number of trees by 40 in the Alder Grove Housing Community. This is part of an ongoing project to support this community of families transitioning out of homelessness. Sa, 3/24, 9am-noon. Free. Alder Grove Community, 816 Revere St.; (916) 924-8773, ext. 122; http://events.r20.constant contact.com/register/event? oeidk=a07e5jrph8u8597891f&llr= ebcf8qcab.
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with a bit of swing from 7-7:45 pm. Su, 3/25, 7pm. $10-$13. Roseville Veterans Memorial Hall Auditorium, 110 Park Dr. in Roseville; (916) 485-7600.
GOLDCOUNTRYBRIDE.COM BRIDAL FAIRE: Presented by the Roseville Press-Tribune, Celebrations Party Rental and Morgan Creek Golf, this bridal fair raises money for Brides Against Breast Cancer. Su, 3/25, 11am-3pm. $5. Morgan Creek Golf and Country Club, 8791 Morgan Creek Ln. in Roseville; (916) 786-8746; www.goldcountrybride.com.
NUTRITION FUELS FITNESS EVENT: The event features a 5K and 10K run and a family-fun festival to celebrate National Nutrition Month. The event raises funds to fight childhood obesity and offers activities and information to promote good health for local families. Su, 3/25, 8am. Free. Elk Grove Regional Park, Elk Grove Blvd and Elk GroveFlorin Rd. in Elk Grove.
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program for learning bicycle maintenance and repair. As a part of this program designed by the Park Tool Company, you’ll learn crucial bicycle repair techniques in a hands-on environment. Su, 3/25, 10:30am-5:30pm. $85-$105. REI Sacramento, 1790 Expo Pkwy.; (916) 924-8900; www.rei.com/event/37090/ session/46760.
Symphony Orchestra presents a free family concert and an instrument petting zoo. This year, the family concerts will also include a visual art element presented by I Can Do That (formerly Very Special Arts) who will offer a chance for children to create art related to the musical experience. Su, 3/25, 1pm. Free. Sacramento Public Library (Central Branch), 828 I St.; (916) 929-6655; www.camelliasymphony.com.
Special Events DANCE FOR SINGLES: Christian Singles Network is hosting a dance lesson and dance for single adults. The evening features DJ Dale from Allstar Entertainment playing dance music starting at 8pm, and dance teacher Janine Wright teaching the country two-step
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For those who don’t know, Neil Hamburger is actually the stand-up persona played by Gregg Turkington. The off-kilter character is notable for his awkwardness, a gigantic comb-over and unscripted banter with the
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The ancient Sumerians created the Zodiac, and they used a certain technique that is still visible today. The important question is how they did it—a question this presentation will answer. Su, 3/25, 1-3:30pm. $5-$10. The Galleria Clubhouse, 501 Gibson Dr. in Roseville; (916) 276-1858; www.NCGRSacramento.org.
Sacramento County Historical Society’s 2012 awards dinner and fundraiser features dinner by the Dante Club, a talk by historians Keith Burns and Clarence Caesar about the Zanzibar Club, one of Sacramento’s long-lost West End jazz nightclubs, and a live performance by the Harley White Orchestra. Tu, 3/27, 6-11pm. $40-$50. The Dante Club, 2330 Fair Oaks Blvd.; (916) 443-6265; www.brownpapertickets. com/event/219781.
by Thai pop superstar Parn Thanaporn in Cache Creek’s Club 88. Su, 3/25, 6pm. $20. Cache Creek Casino Resort, 14455 Hwy. 16 in Brooks; (888) 772-2243; www.cachecreek.com.
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SIMPLY SOUSA: Bring the entire family to this exhilarating concert featuring the Sacramento Symphonic Winds, a 60-piece adult community band conducted by Dr. Les Lehr. The group will play the works of John Philip Sousa and others. Su, 3/25, 2pm. $5-$10. La Sierra Community Center, 5325 Engle Rd. in Carmichael; (916) 489-2576; www.sacwinds.org.
MERCURY AND LOCALLY CAUGHT FISH: Join a presentation on the risks involved when consuming fish caught in the Sierra. With a legacy of well-known mercury pollution in Sierra rivers and streams from historic gold mining, Dr. Carrie Monohan will discuss the Sierra Fund’s survey results and the need to inform citizens of the human health concerns with mercury exposure when eating locally caught fish. Tu, 3/27, 7-8:30pm. Free. Auburn Library, 350 Nevada St. in Auburn; (916) 652-7005; www.motherlode.sierraclub.org/ placer/index.html.
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yourself, identify compatible careers and environments, and improve interpersonal communications. Tu, 3/27, 3pm. Free. North Natomas Library, 4660 Via Ingoglia; (916) 264-2920; www.saclibrary.org.
Concerts A MUSICAL GALA FOR SAC STATE FACULTY: Sacramento State’s New Millennium Music series presents the Faculty and Friends Gala. The Sun Quartet will perform the music of Dmitri Shostakovich. They’ll be joined by saxophonist Keith Bohm, pianists John Cozza and Eric Zivian, French-horn player Pete Nowlen and clarinetist Deborah Pittman. Tu, 3/27, 7:30pm. $5-$15. Sacramento State Music Recital Hall, 6000 J St.; (916) 278-5155; www.csus.edu/music.
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Special Events JUST DANCE 3 BATTLE: Join this Just Dance 3 battle, played on the XBox360 video game console using the Kinect. Free to enter, this is an all-ages event. W, 3/28, noon. Free. Sacramento State Student Union, Redwood Room, 6000 J St.; (916) 278-6267.
Classes LIBRARY JOB SEARCH TOOLS: Find out what the library has available to assist you in finding and landing your next job. W, 3/28, 10am. Free. Arcade Community Library, 2443 Marconi Ave.; (916) 264-2920; www.saclibrary.org.
Market, enjoying music by Guitar Mac & Blues Express, buying dinner at an international food fair, drinking from a wine and beer garden, playing in bounce houses, scaling a rock-climbing wall and more. W, 3/28, 4:30-8:30pm. Free. Davis Central Park, 401 C St. in Davis; (530) 756-1695; www.davisfarmersmarket.org.
Sports & Recreation LIGHTWEIGHT BACKPACKING BASICS: Are you a backpacker who wants to lighten your load? At this presentation, an REI backpacking expert will provide excellent tips on lightweight backpacking techniques. Included are tips on shelters, backpacks, food choices and fuel efficiency. W, 3/28, 7-8:30pm. Free. REI Sacramento, 1790 Expo Pkwy. (916) 924-8900; www.rei.com/event/35551/ session/44772.
ONGOING DON’T MISS! CRAFT & SEWING FESTIVAL:
Find a wide variety of sewing, quilting, needle art and craft supply exhibits from many quality companies. Participate in one or more of the many workshops and seminars. Ticket is good for all three days of the show. 3/22-3/24, 10am-5pm. $10. Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd. Cal Expo; (877) 225-3976; http://quiltcraftsew.com.
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Formerly a rocket scientist and motivational speaker, Shayla Rivera now tours the stand-up comedy circuit and tells jokes for a living. The Puerto Rican comic has been featured on numerous television shows and even starred in her own one-woman play called Rocket Science and Salsa. Thursday, March 29, at 8 p.m.; Friday, March 30, at 8 and 10 p.m.; Saturday, March 31, at 8 and 10 p.m.; Sunday, April 1, at 7 p.m..; $13-$19. Punch Line Comedy Club, 2100 Arden Way; (916) 925-8500; www.funnyrocketscientist.com.
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Known for his regular appearances on late-night talk show Chelsea Lately, Jo Koy is a touring stand-up comedian whose other television credits include The Tonight Show With Jay Leno and Comedy Central Presents. Friday, March 23, at 8 and 10 p.m.; Saturday, March 24, at 7 and 9:15 p.m.; Sunday, March 25, at 7 and 9 p.m.; $30. Punch Line Comedy Club, 2100 Arden Way; (916) 925-8500; www.jokoy.com.
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Programs. M, 3/26, 7:30pm. $10-$15. Sacramento State University Union Ballroom, 6000 J St.; (916) 278-6997; www.sacstateunique.com.
dances don’t require a partner, are good workouts and mentally stimulating. Su, 7-10pm through 4/29. $25-$35 for 5punch card (students & seniors 10-punch). Davis Art Center Studio E, 1919 F St. in Davis; (530) 758-0863; www.davisfolkdance.org.
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audience, drawing comparisons to Andy Kaufman’s character Tony Clifton. Local comic Keith Lowell Jensen and Major Entertainer Mike open the show. Friday, March 30, at 9 p.m.; $15. Sacramento Comedy Spot, 1050 20th Street; (916) 444-3137; www.sacramentocomedyspot.com.
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