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Summer, no bummer I’m not really a summer person. The heat. The correspondingly frigid air conditioner. The heat, you guys. Then again, perhaps I’m more of a summer person than I thought. I have to give Sacramento the credit for that. After a childhood growing up in the humid and sticky states of Texas, Georgia and North Carolina, it’s probably no surprise I viewed the onset of the hot weather season with a sweaty, cynical dread. But Sacramento? It’s true what they say: Here, it’s a dry heat. A blazingly hot, dry heat for sure—but let’s not forget about that blessedly cool evening Delta breeze. That must be why, when flipping through the pages for SN&R’s annual Summer Guide issue, I was reminded of all the reasons I love this city in the summer. Scoops of creamy treats from the ice cream shop. All the people watching (and great music) at myriad outdoor concerts. Late-night golf and rafting down the American River. Early morning walks and evening strolls that stretch as long as the daylight does. When the heat does get to be too much? So many options: Escaping the mercury-busting temps with a round of roller skating or an afternoon movie matinee. Knocking down some pins and hitting up the bowling alley bar. Record shopping, book buying and iced latte dates for days. Chic wine getaways and a drive down the river road, radio blasting the perfect summer soundtrack. And let’s not forget the mermaids. Any town that boasts professional mermaid organizations knows how to do summer right (see page 17). OK, fine summer, you’re all right by me.

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Calming Twin Rivers Sacramento’s historically troubled district is trying to leave the drama behind. Will the school board race help or hurt that effort? by Kris HooKs

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In its eight-year history, the Twin Rivers Unified School District has suffered more than its share of embarrassing situations, often at the hands of elected leaders. Now, with three of the seven TRUSD board seats up for grabs on June 7, current school board members and those vying for their seats say they want to continue improvements under Superintendent Steven Martinez, not go back in time. “I’m always going to run a positive campaign,” promised Basim Elkarra, an Area 5 candidate and executive director of the Council of American-Islamic

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Relations-Sacramento Valley. “That’s how I ran my campaign last year, and that’s how I’m running it now.” But is Twin Rivers really over the drama? It was just last year that the Area 5 contest between Elkarra and charter school champion Sonja Cameron devolved after a mysterious Islamophobic flier appeared in mailboxes of area residents. Both sides denied involvement and Cameron ultimately edged out Elkarra for the oneyear term. Twelve months later, Elkarra is back out campaigning against community volunteer Michelle Deleon for the board seat that covers just two schools.

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Deleon recently got into trouble for listing herself as an “educator”—a title she says she didn’t even want—on documents she filed with the county elections office. That status was tossed out by a Sacramento Superior Court judge after the Democratic Party of Sacramento County, one of Elkarra’s endorsers, disputed it. “I asked to be labeled as a ‘parent leader,’ but I was told that wasn’t an option,” Deleon told SN&R. “When I asked what I should use as a title, the county suggested ‘educator.’” So far, that has been the only issue of political controversy, even with nearly half the board in contention. (A fourth

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school board member, Michael Baker, is running unopposed.) The candidates are largely sticking to the issues. And in Twin Rivers, there are many of them. Since the 2008 merger of the North Sacramento, Del Paso Heights, Rio Linda and Grant Joint Union school districts, TRUSD has had issues with: an allegedly overzealous police force, cold classrooms because HVAC systems were collecting dust in storage instead of being installed, and a former trustee who tampered with a paternity test, among other missteps. “Looking from the outside in, you tend to only see the bad,” acknowledged Area 3 incumbent Walter Kawamoto. “But when you compare this district to four or five years ago, you can see we’re going in the right direction.” Kawamoto, who’s running against longtime community volunteer Ramona Landeros, says the district’s past problems with its police force is one of the main reasons he ran for a seat. “That first year or two was all about cleaning house,” he explained.

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Bad judge Cleaning house was also the recommendation of the Sacramento County grand jury, which released a topto-bottom critique in 2011. The report lambasted the corrupted TRUSD police department for ticketing and towing cars to boost revenue, responding to and “jumping” calls outside of its jurisdiction, and misuse of paid administrative leave. One such case involved an officer who got paid more than $120,000 despite being on leave more than 500 days. The scathing grand jury report and ensuing lawsuit settlements preceded a massive overhaul of the district’s top administrators and changes to how community members elected their school board representatives, approved by voters in 2012. Months later, the scandal-prone district hit another low point. In late 2013, then-Trustee Cortez Quinn resisted calls to step down while being prosecuted for financial improprieties that surfaced during an ugly paternity suit in which he tampered with DNA evidence. Quinn eventually accepted a plea deal from prosecutors, which allowed his board colleagues to force his ouster. But that decision also set in motion a search for Quinn’s replacement. In yet another controversial move, the TRUSD board appointed Cameron, co-founder of Pacific Charter Institute, to finish out Quinn’s term. The local Democratic Party fought the appointment and ultimately forced the district to pony up for a special election, the one where Cameron defeated Elkarra. To parents and activists, these kind of interleague squabbles can seem out of touch for a district that has one of the most diverse—and poorest—student bodies in the state. Hmong Innovating Politics organizer Jonathan Tran says district leadership needs to do more to help its teachers assist English-learning students and parents, for instance. “Teachers’ troubles are hectic with having to adopt and teach Common Core on top of trying to teach EL students,” said Tran, referring to comprehensive educational standards California adopted in 2010. “[The district] tries to focus on big, controversial fights like public schools vs. charter schools, but none of that actually helps the education of these students.” According to the California Department of Education, on top of the more than 40 languages spoken in the district, 29 percent of TRUSD students are learning English as a second language.

Another pressing issue is the high Assessment of Student Performance and truancy rate, which directly connects to the Progress. district’s socioeconomics. Daniel Savala is one of Fowler’s Area Under state law, a student is truant when 7 opponents. A representative of north he or she misses school without a valid Sacramento Councilman Allen Warren, excuse on three occasions or is late more Savala says the district’s challenges are than 30 minutes three times during the widespread—and interconnected. school year. “Even if every kid had the best educaTRUSD has a 42 percent truancy rate, tion inside those classrooms, the bottom according to state figures. Its Grant Union line is, they all go home to one of the most High School teeters at a staggering 91 socioeconomically disadvantaged commupercent. nities in the entire region,” he said. “We’re Linda Fowler, the Area 7 never going to change the city if we incumbent who’s been on don’t help change the schools.” the TRUSD board since the merger, downplays It’s not all doom and these numbers. “This gloom, however. TRUSD has a 42 is not just our area, One thing that this is statewide,” even the TRUSD percent truancy rate, she contended. “If board candidates according to state figures. you look at the agree on is how the Its Grant Union High School [state’s] statistics, district has improved you’ll notice that under superintendent teeters at a staggering we weren’t below Martinez. 91 percent. what is in the norm of In the years that California districts.” led up to his 2013 hire, That’s not entirely TRUSD had the worst accurate. student dropout and graduaTRUSD’s 42 percent mark is tion rates—reaching 22 percent and greater than both the county’s 38 percent 69 percent in 2010-11, respectively—out of average and the state’s 31 percent average. all Sacramento’s major school districts. Those percentage points matter, and not just However, according to new state for the students who are missing class. An figures cited by Martinez, TRUSD’s attorney general’s report last year showed graduation rates jumped to 83 percent in that Sacramento County elementary schools 2014-15, and the dropout rate dropped to 9 lost more than $52 million in federal funds percent—both records for the district. from students not attending class. “We’re no longer last in Sacramento It’s a problem the district needs to County, and that feels good,” Martinez solve, says Area 3 candidate Landeros. She said. “This is a point of pride for the suggests the money the district saves from district and, I hope so, too, for the parents addressing truancy could be reinvested in and students.” the students. The question is whether the school “We need to have an incentives board and its aspirants can continue that program for truant students,” she said. progress. “Because the district receives money from For their part, Area 5 rivals Deleon and [lowering] truancy, it should put a percentElkarra have mostly put the trash-talking age aside that would go towards a college aside. And, on at least one issue, they do fund for kids.” something voters in Twin Rivers aren’t It’s not like the students wouldn’t accustomed to seeing from their political need it. More than 75 percent of “chroniclass: They find common ground. cally absent students are low-income,” “We have to get families more the attorney generals’ report asserts. engaged,” Elkarra said. “And the district According to state education figures, has to be more transparent with parents, meanwhile, 84 percent of TRUSD’s because these parents are frustrated with31,035 enrolled students came from out knowing what’s actually happening.” socioeconomically disadvantaged families “Parents are frustrated because they last school year. In addition, 88 percent of don’t get enough information from the the district’s students qualify for free or district,” Deleon seconded. “But districtreduced-price meals. wide, we need more parent involvement. All the above issues collide when it How can [the district] know what parents comes to TRUSD’s struggling test scores, want to see for their kids if it doesn’t get with 49 percent of students falling short of enough involvement?” standards in state tests like the California Sounds like a consensus. Ω

A Sacramento County judge who once jailed a trial witness for allegedly flipping the bird violated the witness’ due process rights and abused his authority on multiple other occasions, a judicial oversight panel determined last week. Sacramento Superior Court Judge Jaime R. Roman received the sanction of public admonishment on May 16 from the California Supreme Court’s Commission on Judicial Performance. The admonishment is a rare form of discipline for members of the robe. The commission dispensed only two last year—and 86 over two decades. Ronan is one of only two local magistrates to be censured by the commission since it formed in 1960. The last action happened January 2010, when Judge Peter J. McBrien was publicly disciplined a second time by the panel. Like his colleague, McBrien was found to have abused his authority and shown bias on multiple occasions. And like his colleague, it took years before his actions caught up to him. According to the commission’s admonishment, Roman abused his power on four occasions during three cases that he presided over in 2010 and 2012. According to court transcripts cited by the commission, problems first arose during a felony DUI trial in 2010, when a defense witness identified as Bryan Jones was being sworn in to give testimony and made a hand gesture that the judge interpreted as displaying the middle finger. Subsequently, the judge found Jones in contempt and ordered him jailed for three days. The commission decided that this action amounted to willful misconduct on the judge’s part, since he incarcerated the witness without giving him the chance to be heard on the matter. The judge’s most recent lapses occurred in 2012, when Roman presided over separate family law cases, both involving attorney Steven Wessels. In both instances, Roman issued rulings against Wessels and his clients that the commission found to violate due process and, in one case, verged on bias. In a phone interview, Wessels said the commission didn’t go far enough in disciplining Roman or McBrien, whom he accused of abusing their judicial discretion on multiple occasions. “The consequences of his past choices are still hurting me now,” said Wessels, who has a June 6 family court appearance related to one of the matters. Messages to the Sacramento Superior Court and Judge Roman’s office weren’t returned, but both he and McBrien remain actively employed. A judicial phone directory lists Roman as presiding over Department 63, but a receptionist says he works out of Department 61. The directory lists him as presiding over probable cause petitions and hearings, Americans with Disabilities Act cases and warrants. McBrien still handles family law, emergency protective orders and disability claims. Meanwhile, complaints of judicial misconduct continue to go up as the number of people to investigate them has gone down, says the commission’s director and chief counsel, Victoria Henley. “Today, we basically have 20 percent less staff than we did 15 years ago,” she said. At the tail end of a 30-year career in family law, Wessel says he’s considering filing formal charges against Roman and is less fearful of the possible repercussions. “At this point, I really don’t care if the other judges blackball me. The problem is my clients get hurt,” he said. “Judge Roman is a loose cannon.” (Raheem F. Hosseini)

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If you ask her mother, 15-year-old artist Amy Dimas has been drawing since she was able to pick up a pencil. At Mom’s urging, she entered several pieces into last year’s California State Fair student competitions – and took home three ribbons! “It was incredible. It was a really good feeling to have something like that out there,” Amy says. “I thought it was pretty interesting and amazing that they picked out my art piece from many other amazing ones.” Amy’s multimedia piece, student artist “Albatross,” is made with Amy dimas. 2,000 plastic bottle caps. Photo by Anne Stokes Originally a biology class project created to highlight the importance of recycling and reducing plastic use, the entry placed third and picked up a special award from the State Parks Foundation. “These kinds of competitions definitely allow for the students’ hard work to be showcased, appreciated and recognized,” says Alison Wells with the California State Fair. “I think by putting together and submitting into a competition really shows diligence and pride in people’s projects.” Amy says that her success has made her feel more confident in her art. “Being able to see, as people walk by the art piece, their reaction, that was the best part of it,” she says. S e e t h i s y e a r ’s S t u d e n t S h o w c a s e w i n n e r s o n d i s p l a y a t the California State Fair in the Expo Center buildings.

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The sacramento kings pulled a respectable No. 8 pick in the May 17 nba draft lottery but that didn’t stop the team’s Twitter feed from poking at the No. 1 pick recipient, the Philadelphia 76ers. Perhaps Philly would like to rethink some previously negotiated options between the two teams? “So, @Sixers… still open to that pick swap right now?” the Sac Kings account tweeted. The 76ers, however, played technologically coy: “New phone who dis.” That’s cold.

After five weeks of living along a stretch of Highway 99 in Galt, freeway frida, a German shepard who reportedly fell out of the back of a pickup truck, has finally been rescued. For weeks, drivers reported seeing the canine, but efforts to bring her to safety were unsuccessful. Finally, Galt police officers and the California Highway Patrol were able to capture the dog—who, of course, is now something of a social media star— and get her medical attention. She has a broken leg, among other ailments, but is expected to make a full recovery. The search for her owners still continues.

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A jury last week convicted a 23-year-old man of a hate-crime assault against a transgender woman in Oak Park last year. According to the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, Trayvon Kirkendoll “became embarrassed and then angry” upon learning the victim was transgender after approaching her inside a store. Kirkendoll and two female friends “punched, kicked and stomped the victim,” a DA’s office release states.

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91.6 ingredients for a perfect summer in the 916 n Sacramento, winter is not the ISummer season we need to brace ourselves for. is the harshest time around these parts. Triple-digit days can keep us scurrying between air-conditioned buildings and air-conditioned cars like fugitives from the sun. But then there are those sweet summertime moments when the heat breaks, the Delta breeze tickles your skin and summer suddenly seems like the best time to be alive. The moment on top of the State Fair ferris wheel when you can see the whole city. The moment when you’re floating down

the American River in a raft, waving at sunbathers on the shore. The moment when you hear the opening notes of your favorite song at a concert under the stars. The moment when the ice cream hits your tongue and you feel like a child again. We at SN&R want your summer to be filled with moments like this—at least 91.6 of them. So we’ve created this list of 91.6 festivals, daytrips, drinks and eats, concerts, hikes and other surprises to help you have the best summer possible. Moment by moment. Enjoy it all.

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CHILL OUT, MOO-FREE Five irresistable frozen treats you’re vegan or lactose intolerant, ice cream season can be a Itofbummer. Most local places don’t do much dairy-free, so biking the neighborhood shop can leave you cold. Things are looking up this year, though. Get your tongue ready for these:

DavePops and LukePops are the brain(freeze) child of Dave Feldpausch. He calls them “No fats. No drips. No dairy.” LukePops are no-sugar-added as well. Flavors include Cherry GarSoya, mint chocolate chip and blueberry. Look for Dave at the Oak Park and Carmichael farmers’ markets and at Gather Oak Park on second Thursdays. More at www.davepops.com.

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Gunther’s Quality Ice Cream (2801 Franklin Boulevard) ranks among the oldest in town, but it’s one of the few vintage shops with non-dairy treats. The dense freezes taste like pure fruit. Get a 50-50 with lime and mango or banana and pineapple. Don’t miss the chocolate-covered frozen bananas, either. Learn more at www.gunthersicecream.com. AMR

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Downtown’s Cornflower Creamery (1013 L Street) abounds with ice cream, and it usually has a couple of ultra-rich coconut milk-based options like pecan praline and mint chocolate chip. See current flavors at www.cornflower creamery.com. AMR

Cornflower Creamery’s coconut-based flavors are delightfully rich. photo by anne stokes

Conscious Creamery’s Andrea and Kevin Seppinni have Sacramento’s vegans on the hunt for their gelato pop-ups.

Conscious Creamery crafts dairy-free gelato for pop-ups all over town. Vegan chef Andrea Seppinni and husband Kevin use cashews for a creamy base and all-organic ingredients. Follow them on Facebook to find their roasted strawberry or mint stracciatella, among others. Get connected at www.conscious creamery.com. AMR

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Tower Café opened on Earth Day, April 22nd, 1990 celebrating one of this city’s most cherished landmarks, the Tower, and the great multi-cultural and multi-ethnic diversity throughout our region – in our international approach to food, in the personalities and personable service of our staff, and in the unique setting and iconic environment of this historic corner. A place that honors all the wonderful differences that make up our world – this Earth. Come join us! Tower Café is known for our brunch but did you know we have an amazing lunch and dinner too?! Our worldly fare continues on late into the evening. We also have fresh baked pastries and desserts available all day and all night made by our own in house bakers every day. Join us for a cocktail, lunch, dinner and dessert! We hope to see you soon!

We pride ourselves on providing cultural diversity through unique tastes and flavors and have built our cocktail menu to reflect just that. Our International spirits and cocktails have been carefully curated by our very own drink designer, Oscar Escobar. They are the perfect compliment to our worldly dishes.

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At Arthur Henry’s Supper Club, you’re the barbecue chef.

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Arthur Henry’s Supper Club & Ruby Room Barbecues are basically synonymous with summer, but sometimes it’s way too hot in Sacramento to bother. Transport the party to Arthur Henry’s, where you can still grill surrounded by friends, but in a dark, air-conditioned room. The speakeasy vibe, cushy seats and—most importantly—bartenders certainly don’t hurt. 3406 Broadway,

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raft beer drinkers often get split into two stereotypes. They’re either bushybearded over-enthusiasts who monologue about lactic acids for hours on end, or they’re stubborn sticks-in-the-mud with tender palates. AJ Tendick, co-owner of Bike Dog Brewing in West Sacramento, thinks that the vast majority of beer drinkers fall somewhere in the middle. “People often have a narrow set of interests, but they will try a new release or a one-off at least once,” says Tendick, a Certified Beer Server through the Cicerone Certification Program. Since not every craft beer adventurer possesses the vocabulary to describe what they like, here are some of the terms they should be using.

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Many newbie drinkers focus on whether or not they like hoppy beers. “Even just saying you like hoppy beers leaves a lot of gray area,” says Tendick. “Do

you like the blow-your-face-off West Coast Indian pale ales from a few years ago, or do you like the current trend toward pillowysoft East Coast IPAs?” Knee Deep’s Simtra Triple IPA falls on the more extreme spectrum of hoppiness. While not overbearingly so, it’s a brew best savored sip by sip.

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Peruse the IPA aisle in your local beer shop and you’ll notice an overwhelming number of beers brewed with fruits, including tangerines, grapefruits, pineapples, watermelons and more, while the stout aisle teems with vanilla-, coffee- and chocolate-flavored brews. Whether spices, juices, grains or solids, these added ingredients are called “adjuncts,” and they are more the rule than the exception these days. One example is Track 7’s Coinchata Horchata stout. With its cinnamon and

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vanilla notes, the limited release brew is a take on traditional Mexican horchata. Looking for a fruitier brew? Try Mraz Brewing’s Cranberry/Blood Orange Sour tart ale, which you can find at Doyle’s Pub and Taproom.

“HAZE”

According to Tendick, haze is the hot new beer term and a subject of controversy among beer geeks and brewers. Haze refers to a lack of clarity in a beer, and while old-school brewers regard haze as a flaw, a lot of people appreciate the extra complexity and bite to cloudy beers. Track 7 recently brewed one clear and one cloudy version of the same pale ale recipe and allowed customers to choose their favorite, while Bike Dog entered the haze fray with Oatipus the King, an oatheavy pale ale. “Budweiser bred us to think that beer should look a certain way,” says Tendick.

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What’s summer in Sacramento without milkshakes? Especially Whitey’s. West Sac’s retro Whitey’s Jolly Kone thrills customers every summer with seasonal peach shakes. The thick, spoonable treats get their oomph from ripe local fruit. Look for the peachy goodness around the end of June. Of course, you can always try the blackberry, strawberry, pineapple and other flavors while you’re waiting for shake nirvana.

Pick the Peruvian potatoes

El Ajicito Food Truck Have you had Peruvian food? Have you? It has delicious influences from Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese and Chinese cuisines with a South American flair. No one does potatoes better, in any form. Try the lomo saltado—strips of sirloin with onions and tomatoes, served with fries. Or just get whatever Chef Norka Lema tells you to get. El Ajicito Food Truck makes its rounds to microbreweries, so you can enjoy your potatoes with a local beer. Follow the truck on Twitter @elajicitoft to find it. http://elajicitofoodtruck.com. G.G.

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Zeal Kombucha Sometimes, a lazy day on the river calls for something nonalcoholic. You need to stay hydrated, OK? Luckily, Sacramento’s Zeal Kombucha recently started bottling its fizzy, funky, fermented tea for your on-the-go lifestyle. Make your own six-pack at the Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op. Or, buy a large, refillable bottle from the Zeal booth at the Midtown Farmers Market and enjoy it all summer long, growler style. www.zealkombucha.com. J.B.

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The concept at B-Side is a little gimmicky—so much vinyl everywhere!—but the overall vibe is chill and relaxing. It’s hard to believe this cozy nook was once the dark and musty Monte Carlo Club, but in some ways it maintains its predecessor’s commitment to a boozy, no-frills drink menu. In fact, there isn’t a drink menu—a refreshing novelty in this age of craft cocktail madness. Just belly up to the bar and keep it classic with a Manhattan, gin and tonic or a dirty martini. Prices are a bit steeper than back in the ol’ Monte Carlo days but the drinks are, thankfully, just as strong. 1430 S Street, (916) 706-1830, www.b-sidesacramento.com. R.L.

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DIY strawberry-rhubarb shrub syrup Gabriel Aiello of Burly Beverages loves to make shrub syrups. Why? Their vinegar tang is super-quenching on hot days. Try his recipe of 4 cups strawberry juice, 4 cups apple cider vinegar, 4 cups sugar and 2 cups chopped rhubarb. Put all ingredients into a pot and bring to boil. Reduce to a simmer and cover for 15 minutes. Let steep 15 minutes more. Strain and bottle. Dilute 1 ounce syrup into 8 ounces seltzer. Quaff. Not so handy? Find Gabriel’s syrups at www.burlybeverages.com. AMR

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Known for growing berries, apples and apricots baked right into its hand-rolled pies, the Ikeda family started its business in Auburn, and eventually opened a second spot in Davis. The Auburn hub is a fun, 30-minute drive to enjoy Dungeness crab-leg sandwiches or burgers peppered with 14 herbs and spices and dressed with the family’s relish sauce. Just a few steps from the restaurant is the country market, lined with walls of hand-picked produce. Top the visit off with a slice of peach, razzleberry or wild blackberry pie. 13500 Lincoln Way in Auburn, (530) 885-4243, www.ikedas.com. S.R.

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Vibe Health Bar What sounds better than a cold, refreshing smoothie in triple-digit heat? Not too much, especially when it’s packed with stuff that makes you feel good, like almond milk, fresh fruit and kale. An acai bowl, topped with fresh fruit and granola, might come in a close second. Either way, you’re covered at Vibe Health Bar, a new Oak Park spot full of clean, organic and—best of all—chilled eats. 3515 Broadway, (916) 382-9723,

www.vibehealthbar.com. J.B.

There’s not a drop of caffeine in Liquidology’s Vitality drink, but this cold-pressed juice ($8.75 for 16 ounces) feels like a bottled burst of energy. Made with plenty of leafy greens— romaine lettuce, spinach, kale—plus cucumber, apple, lemon and a touch of spicy ginger, it tastes bright with just the right hint of sweetness. Served ice cold, it goes down smooth in a way that seems to awaken every cell in the body—in a good way, of course. 4601 H Street, (916) 970-5102, http://liquidologybar.com. R.L.

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You may not be able to afford a vacation in Paris but you can at least eat like a chic Parisian at this charming East Sacramento eatery. Earlier this year the restaurant landed at No. 74 on Yelp’s Top 100 list—the only local spot to do so. The well-priced menu boasts an impressive list of hot-weather-worthy salads and cold plates such as the Salad Paris ($9.50) with chicken breast, apple and walnuts, and the Salad Bleu ($9.50) with blue cheese, apple and walnuts atop a bed of spring mix lettuce. Or, go for something heartier such as the brie sandwich ($6.50) with pesto mayo and walnuts. 5357 H Street, (916) 455-9140, www.caferolle.com. R.L.

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Sacramento Taco Festival Yo quiero tacos! The 3rd annual Sacramento Taco Festival comes to town Saturday, June 4, bringing with it thousands of tacos—meat, bean or veggie—and a whole mix of other spicy and seasoned activities. Feeling brave? Try your luck at the taco-eating contest. Feeling super-brave? Give the “mystery” taco-eating contest a whirl. Or you can don your best sombrero for the sombrero competition. There’s also a Chihuahua beauty contest, music and live wrestling, because why not? $10;

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Fantasy Food Truck Showdown The Fantasy Food Truck Showdown is back with eight trucks competing to claim a large stein trophy, but mostly bragging rights. Gourmet food trucks like Cecil’s Taste, Brunch Boys and Mama Kim, which took first place last year, will vie for the title of top truck via votes cast through Beers in Sac’s smartphone app. Industry judges will also oversee food challenges reminiscent of Chopped. The event kicks off at Track 7 Brewing Co. in Natomas on June 24. Day two is at The Plant Foundry Nursery on July 15, followed by a finale at Yolo Brewing Co. on August 19. Various

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Las Islitas’ mejor ceviche Sacramento loves Mexican food. From large-scale restaurants to family-style eateries, ceviche is bound to appear on the menu. Still, Las Islitas in Woodland might give Sacto’s restaurants a one-two punch when it comes to the citrus-infused seafood delicacy. Ceviche is a refreshing, summertime treat to be enjoyed with friends and good beer. Las Islitas specializes in Mexican seafood. Enjoy several versions of the classic Mexican appetizer like Ceviche de Pescado (fish), Ceviche de Camaron (shrimp), or even Ceviche de Camaron y Pulpo (shrimp with octopus). 1527 East

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Cabana Winery Nestled in the quaint neighborhood of East Sacramento, the Cabana Winery is a family-owned biz that sources its grapes from vineyards in Lodi and Napa. This urban winery also serves beer, so your partner-in-crime who isn’t such a wino can also enjoy some day drinking. With a full-fledged restaurant on site, options like cheese plates, charcuterie boards and wood-fired pizza pair well with Cabana’s award-winning wine list. The Pinot Noir NV won a gold medal at the San Diego International Wine Competition.

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GO TO CHURCH Sunday Night Dance Party with DJ Larry Larry’s Sunday Night Dance Party at the Press Club is known DtheJasweekend “going to church” in Midtown. What better way to top off than with a final night of dance and debauchery with

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Sacramento’s longtime DJ Larry, a.k.a. the Flower Vato? Larry Rodriguez refers to his weekly dance party as “the Mothership” because before the evening kicks off, he sets the mood with his mandalas—Indonesian tapestries that react to the black lights illuminating the entire club. “It feels like you are stepping into a different dimension and they seem to help people get out of their constrictions,” he says of his mood-enhancing décor. “Sometimes, it feels like being in a flying saucer soaring through the cosmos.” As an active deejay for the past 20 years, it’s no surprise the Flower Vato’s record collection includes 6,000 LPs and 12-inch singles, and “a massive 7-inch collection.” His music library is so large, it requires entire shelves dedicated to jazz, punk, country, world, experimental, new wave, psych and, of course, his Dance Party staples: funk, soul and R&B. Name it, he’s got it. Although he no longer lugs around 1,000-plus records to gigs, during Sunday service, DJ Larry packs an arsenal of up to 30,000 songs to send those aboard the Mothership into cosmic dancing bliss. Rodriguez has been inspiring rooms full of strangers and friends alike to come together, let loose and dance the night away since 1997. Whether it’s G Street Wunderbar’s 12-year-running Funk Night in Davis, Saturday’s Pop 40 dance night at the Press Club or his latest punk, wave and goth night every third Friday at B-Side called Liquid Eye Lounge, this man is a living musical archive. “Seeing everyone having so much fun at the dances is really a joy to the soul,” he says. Bless you, DJ Larry. Sunday Night Dance Party starts at 9 p.m. every Sunday at the Press Club, 2030 P Street. There is no cover. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/thepressclub. S.R. continued on page 47

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iFly Sacramento Want to try parachuting, but without the threat of death? Man, does iFly Sacramento have a pitch for you. Already operating in almost two-dozen cities, iFly’s new indoor skydiving facility—technically located in Roseville— opened its doors May 19 and gives people the chance to gear up in colorful flight suits, step into a windowed chamber and be propelled skyward by column-blasts of controlled air. With training, one session costs approximately $70, takes about 90 minutes and includes the equivalent of one-and-a-half skydives. High-fives are complimentary. 118 Harding Boulevard in Roseville,

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Bring your favorite food + beverages and paint your summer masterpiece

Hunt down the latest, super-cool underground concert venue—and no, we’re not telling you where to find it

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Bowling at AMF Land Park Lanes

This south Sacramento bowling alley is way off the hipster grid—which makes it appealing on nights when you don’t feel like running into your old roommate or drinking buddies. The building recently got a cute, retro update to its exterior and it’s a perfect place to spend a hot summer evening. Purchase a daily summer bowling pass and play even more. Each pass, available through September 5, gets you three games per day (plus shoes) at $28.95 for adults and $23.95 for kids. Don’t want to hit the pins? Lucky you, there’s a bar, too. 5850 Freeport Boulevard, (916) 421-3671,

folSom Studio (family room available 7 yrS+)

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Win big prizes (or get lost trying)

SN&R’s Discover Sacramento Scavenger Hunt Fans of The Amazing Race are going to want to get on this. SN&R’s Discover Sacramento Scavenger Hunt is a fun way to get to know the city—and a great way to earn prizes, including some big cash. It works like this: Enlist friends and family members for a team (each participant must be at least 21). The hunt starts and ends at SN&R’s headquarters with myriad points in between; teams will follow SN&R’s Twitter feed for clues. The team that completes the most clues during the allotted time span wins. There are more rules, of course—dust off those scavenger talents by checking SN&R’s website for full details. Free, 10 a.m. July 30 at 1124 Del Paso Boulevard,

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2016 Sacramento Zombie Walk Sacramento is home to the world’s oldest zombie parade and Trash Film Orgy’s annual Carnival of the Dead keeps this tradition alive (err … undead?). This year’s offerings include a “Thriller” dance flash mob, a lurching parade down the R Street corridor, live music from the Secretions and an outdoor screening of Army of Darkness. Costumes are a must. If you’re not a zombie, you’re dinner. Free; 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Saturday, August 20, at Roosevelt Park, 1615 9th Street; http://trashfilmorgy.com. B.C.

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Swabbies Take Garden Highway north to Swabbies and leave your cares behind. Sit at a picnic table and soak in the chillaxed Jimmy Buffett vibe featuring tacos (with Parmesan cheese for Jimboy’s fans), drinks and (mostly cover) bands. Right on the river, the whole place is engineered to maximize fun with friendly service. Now featuring more ladies bathrooms! Boat up to arrive river-people style. 5871 Garden Highway, (916) 920-8088,

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Concerts in the Park Concerts in the Park are already going full tilt since James Cavern kicked them off a few weeks back. This is the sweet summer spot before all the downtown parking meters have 10 p.m. enforcement times and the arena changes the neighborhood (and its population density) forever. So check out the extensive concert calendar (More than 50 bands and DJs in 12 weeks!) and get yourself there. Free; 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays

through July 29 in Cesar Chavez Plaza, 910 I Street; http://godowntownsac.com. B.C.

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There’s no better way to spend a summer afternoon with friends than shooting at them with lasers, right? Suit up with your pack and your phaser (don’t forget to set it to stun) and try to shoot your friends more than they shoot you. Pretty simple. There are different deals depending on the day of the week, including “Fire Til U Tire” unlimited laser tag play on Mondays. There’s also no age limit, so don’t be surprised when a well-trained kid team beats your ancient ass. $8-$20, 2600 Watt Avenue, (916) 483-5105, www.countryclublanes.com/laser-tag. W.C.

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Nail down your State Fair plans

Toyota Concert Series The California State Fair is July 8-24, a 17-day stretch of deep-fried Twinkies, wine tasting and nuzzling barnyard animals. How to choose the best day to visit? Consult the Toyota Concert Series lineup! Are you feeling more Salt-N-Pepa (July 8) or Plain White T’s (July 9)? Do you insist on original music legends, like Dwight Yoakam (July 17) or Chaka Khan (July 11), or will a tribute band like Matchbox Twenty Too (July 19) satisfy after a few wine slushies? Can’t decide? Buy a $29.99 state fair season pass before July 7 and see every show. Free with fair admission, Cal Expo, www.castatefair.org. B.C.

Drink like a sailor

Sail Inn Grotto The Shady Lady Saloon team did it again, transforming an old dive into a certifiably cool, nautical-themed watering hole. With a massive marlin behind the bar, it’s just the right level of kitschy without being annoying. Great cocktails? Of course. Grab a Lava Flow and meet the new West Sacramento. 1522 Jefferson

Boulevard in West Sacramento, (916) 272-2733, www.facebook.com/sailinngrotto. J.B.

See live music on a rooftop

Warehouse Artist Lofts The problem with going to shows in the summer is that everyone wants to be outside at night. That’s the glory time. Enter the Warehouse Artist Lofts. A lot of rad stuff happens there on a regular basis, but its rooftop concerts are easily one of its greatest contributions. The music varies, but it’s generally a little more interesting, artistic or thoughtful than what you’d find on an average night at a bar. 1108 R Street,

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Write. Drink. Repeat. Win prizes by writing your greatest poem ever created on a bar napkin. Hosted at the Midtown watering hole the last Thursday of every month at 9 p.m., this event encourages poetic creativity with bouts of liquid courage. Host Andru Defeye, a founding member of guerrilla-style art collective ZFG, creates fun categories like dirty haiku battle, “cards against poetry slam,” gangsta rap poetry recital and more. This is a B.Y.O.P. party: Bring your own pen. 1910 Q Street, (916) 706-2465, www.pourhousesacramento.com. S.R.

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n the last six years, the annual Mermaid Promenade has evolved from a casual afternoon stroll to a whalesized weekend of activities, held this year from Thursday, June 2, through Sunday, June 5. The centerpiece of the event is still the promenade itself, led this year by Grand Marshal Mermaid Kariel. Pirates, sea life and all kinds of nautical cosplayers will join the mermaids for an aquatic parade through

the riverside streets of Old Sacramento from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 5. The afterparty at Dive Bar and Pizza Rock will include a special outdoor tank on K Street, so anyone too young for the bar can still visit with the mermaids. Mermaids and mermen will also march in the Sacramento Pride Parade down N Street at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 4. It’s a lot of walking for creatures without legs, but they are dedicated.

Mermaid Weekend is about more than strolling around on fins and flashing one’s scales in the sun, though. Eco-conscious mermaids and mermen will clean riverside beaches with the American River Parkway Foundation on Thursday, June 2. Merchildren are invited to a free family pool party at the Hyatt Regency at noon on Friday, June 3, to swim with the Sacramento Mermaids and the Dive Bar Mermaids. (Children must be accompanied by an adult. To register for the party, email

sacramentomermaidweekend@ gmail.com.) Adults can join the party at the Hyatt after 4 p.m. that evening for poolside cocktails. There’s much more on the agenda, at venues throughout the grid: a live performance by Merman Jax and the Dive Bar Mermen, an underwater revue from The Mermaid Atlantis, dancing at Faces and an evening of short films. See the complete schedule online, assuming you can get Wi-Fi under the sea. www.facebook.com/

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Channel that Swayze / Demi love

MyStudio’s Ghost Experience pottery class MyStudio provides a unique date night alternative with its Ghost Experience pottery class. For $30, channel the energy of Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore in that classic movie scene with this hands-on pottery wheel session. MyStudio staff will help couples get started, and then it’s up to each person to create a one-of-a-kind piece of pottery to remember the experience by. After two weeks, couples are invited back to glaze and fire their pieces before taking them home. 2325 J Street, (916) 476-4121, www.mystudiosacramento.com. S.R.

Support local music

First Festival First Festival returns for its second go-round, promising stockpiles of local bands, beer, vendors and unbearable “who’s on first” jokes. The fest has grown into a two-day event, with Epsilona and Death of Reason headlining Saturday, June 18, and Sammies winner Tell the Wolves and Drop Dead Red headlining Sunday, June 19. If you’re into hitting multiple stages of Sacramento folk, indie and hard rock while drinking a bit too much in Southside Park, this is your scene. $30-$50; noon to 10 p.m. on June 18 and June 19 at Southside Park, 2115 Sixth Street; www.firstfestivalsacramento.com. A.S.

Rough it in the artistic wild

Kids Summer Studio Camp Pry the kids away from smartphones and tablets with Verge Center for the Arts’ Kids Summer Studio Camp. This isn’t the kind of camp with marshmallows, mosquitoes or ghost stories (at least, we don’t think); rather, the “camps” are designed to introduce young artists to mediums such as drawing, sculpture and installation. The camps, which run June 20 through August 19, are available on a week-toweek basis with discounts for multiweek packages. Preregistration is required; tuition starts at $200 a week for members and $250 a week for nonmembers. 625 S Street, (916) 448-2985, www.vergeart.com/learn. R.L.

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Absorb a legend’s art

Andy Warhol: Portraits Oh, hey Truman Capote. Hi, Yves Saint Laurent. How’s it going, Jane Fonda? Greet all these famous faces and more at the Crocker Art Museum, as portrayed by Andy Warhol. Andy Warhol: Portraits features 168 paintings, drawings, photographs and personal memorabilia, showcasing his fascination with celebrity. Don’t wait too long—the exhibit’s last day is June 19. 216 O Street, (916) 808-7000, www.crockerartmuseum.org. J.B.

Go book shopping in Oak Park

Sacramento Black Book Fair Bring an empty book bag to the third annual Sacramento Black Book Fair, because you’ll want to fill it by the time you leave. This three-day literary festival takes over several venues in Oak Park for panel discussions, poetry readings, kids activities, food vendors and book talks by more than 80 authors. Free,

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Wake up early on June 4 to claim a prime viewing spot on N Street for the Sacramento Pride Parade. Be ready for a wild festival on Capitol Mall afterward!

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Cajun and Blues Festival Embrace the customs of our fellow river-dwellers with the annual Cajun and Blues Festival, talking place this year at the E2 Family Winery. Bayou cuisine—including gator, catfish, jambalaya, frog legs, po’boys and beignets—and music from legendary fiddler Doug Kershaw, Andrew Carriere and the Zydeco/Cajun Allstars, and the rambunctious Dirty Cello will abound. $25-$30, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on June 25 and June 26 at 9009 Highway 12 in Lodi, (209) 993-2334, http://isletoncajun festival.net. D.D.

Be a pirate unicorn

Golden Coast Adventure Faire No fantastical alter ego is too fantastic for this Renaissance-steampunkfantasy-storybook-pirate-superhero mashup. Gibson Ranch will become a whimsical landscape filled with games, food, music, magicians, fire breathers, mermaids, wizards, stormtroopers, unicorns—basically anything that populated your wildest imagination as a kiddo. It’s a family-friendly event, but there will be magic libations available for those 21 and older from Monk’s Cellar and Shilling Hard Cider. $5, June 11 and June 12 at 8556 Gibson Ranch Road in Elverta, www.goldencoast adventurefaire.com. D.D.

The ultimate feel-good festival in California is just three hours north, in beautiful Quincy. Surrounded by trees, tie-dye and yogis, enjoy four days of nonstop tunes by the likes of Ben Harper & the Innocent Criminals, Thievery Corporation and Dr. Dog. In between sets, take advantage of intimate workshops with the artists—even better, they’re usually in air-conditioned rooms. High Sierra is the rare family-friendly affair that’s just as fun during the day as deep into the night. $265.75 for a fourday pass, June 30 through July 3 at 204 Fairground Road in Quincy, http://highsierramusic.com. J.B.

Honor fallen gods

PanGaia Festival Sure, PanGaia Festival fosters community bonding through activities like live music, drum circles, belly dancing and food. Yes, proceeds benefit charities for wildlife and veterans. And

yes, there are prizes for best kilt and best homemade mead. We’re sure it’s a fantastic family outing, but can we skip ahead to PanGaia After Dark? The Ritual for the Fallen Gods of Rock at 8 p.m. on June 11 sounds like something that cannot be missed, lest the current Gods of Rock smite you for neglect. Free; 10 a.m. on June 11 and June 12 at VFW Grounds, 8990 Kruitof Way in Fair Oaks; (916) 399-3331; http://pangaiafestival.com. B.C.

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Japanese Food and Cultural Bazaar The Japanese Food and Cultural Bazaar always seems to be on the hottest weekend of the year, but grab a hand fan and a cold beer and eat while watching great entertainment in the big tent. There’s dancing, taiko and music; booths sell handcrafts and Japanese products; and cultural events take place in the chapel. Also look for ikebana displays, gambling games and so much food that, in the years past, they have cooked and served 1.5 tons of rice! August 13 and August 14 at Buddhist Church of Sacramento, 2401 Riverside Boulevard; (916) 446-0121; www.buddhist church.com/events/bazaar.htm. G.G.

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Wizard World Sacramento Comic Con You don’t have to be a wizard to enjoy dressing up like one. This year’s Wizard World Sacramento Comic Con features guests from all walks of nerd life: Billy Boyd (Lord of the Rings), Michael Cudlitz and Scott Wilson (The Walking Dead), Jewel Staite (Firefly), Hayley Atwell (Agent Carter), William Shatner (Do I have to say what he’s from?) and many more. Photo ops and autographs are available. Get those costumes ready, and get ready to nerd out. $39.95-$199.99; June 17

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Marysville Peach Festival Fan of Marysville’s Bok Kai festival know that town knows how to party. The Peach Festival has baking and preserving contests, heavy on the peaches, obviously. Featured foods include peach ice cream, barbecue peach burgers, peach tea, peach tamales and, in a nod to the town’s rich Chinese heritage, peach egg rolls. Who will win the hula hoop contest, water balloon relay, pie-eating contest and talent show? Maybe you? July 15 and July 16 in downtown Marysville, www.facebook.com/

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The Mother Lode Highland Games To paraphrase the immortal highlander Connor MacLeod of the Clan MacLeod (and ’80s movie notoriety), there can be only one Mother Lode Highland Games. The Celtic majesty on display during the annual festival is enough to make you want to add a “Mc” in front of your name, but no need. Anyone can buy tickets to the Father’s Day weekend games, which return popular, past events like men in kilts running with trees. We’ll monitor the whiskey seminars and wine workshops. $15-$65; June 18 and June 19

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Sierra Storytelling Festival The popularity of programs like The Moth, Radiolab and This American Life just goes to show you that the art of spinning a yarn is timeless. Get your fix with the 31st annual celebration of oral storytelling that takes place at the historic and charming North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center. Seasoned pros will entrance audiences and offer workshops, with plenty of opportunities for attendees to test out their oration skills with open-tellings and the Sierra Story Slam. $8.50-$82.50, July 22 through July 24 at 17894 Tyler Foote Crossing Road in Nevada City, (530) 265-2826, http://sierrastorytellingfestival.org. D.D.

Blow some glass

Sacramento Art Glass Looking for something new to do during the summer? All are welcome at Sacramento Art Glass. The glassblowing studio located near Curtis Park is owned and operated by RenĂŠ Steinke, an artist with more than 20 years of experience. There are two choices

for curious glassblowers: Class I includes demonstrations, learning to gather glass particles from a crucible (where glass is melted at high temperatures) and creating one piece of original artwork. Class II creates two pieces of artwork, like a paperweight, vase, bowl or plate. $125-$200, 2500 Sutterville Road, (916) 743-1446, www.sacramentoart glass.com. S.R.

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2016 Lavender Festival Live music, food, workshops and local vendors are all in bloom at this yearâ€™s Lavender Festival. Lovers of the sweet-smelling summer flower can cut their own lavender bouquets, take train rides through the rolling purple fields, visit the llamas and alpacas on the farm or participate in one of many lavender workshops: wreath- and wand-making, distilling, drying and more. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 25 and June 26 at Bluestone Meadow, 2025 Carson Road in Placerville; (530) 631-1830; www.bluestone meadow.com. S.R.

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Tour gold country wine and architecture in amador County more than a century, the F orSierra Foothills have beckoned. At first, it was the promise of gold. Now, it’s the fine wine. More than 50 wineries sit throughout Amador County, a land of natural beauty and historic gold rush architecture less than an hour east of Sacramento. Find most wine tasting opportunities around the Shenandoah Valley in Plymouth, which is known for high temperatures and high-alcohol reds. Think big zinfandels, food-friendly barberas and spicy sangioveses.

Transport yourself to France at Karmere Vineyards & Winery (11970 Shenandoah Road in Plymouth, www.karmere.com), with pristine landscaped gardens and a French-style chateau tasting room. Sip inside a barn or tour a wine cave at Helwig Winery (11555 Shenandoah Road in Plymouth, www.helwigwinery.com). For an ultra-modern, state-of-the-art winery built with sustainability in mind, check out Andis Wines (11000 Shenandoah Road in Plymouth, www.andiswines.com).

Ask about the wine on tap—and definitely the wine aged in concrete—before working off your buzz at the bocce court. Regardless of where you go, the tasting fees are minimal or free and the friendly people make you feel at home. You don’t have to ask—or pay—to picnic on the grounds. Unlike Napa and other wine country destinations, Amador holds no stuffy pretense or expense. Architecture nuts are sure to marvel at Preston Castle (900 Palm Drive in Ione, www.preston castle.com), a gleaming example of the Romanesque Revival style. Find mining-era buildings in gold rush towns like Amador City, Jackson

and Sutter Creek, which are now occupied by cute cafes and antique shops. Lots of antique shops. And, of course, you’ll need to eat. Head to local favorite Andrae’s Bakery (14141 State Highway 49 in Amador City, www.andraesbakery.com) for some fabulous sandwiches, pastries and other goods that would make for a prime picnic at a winery. Or, make a reservation at Taste Restaurant (9402 Main Street in Plymouth, www.restauranttaste.com) for the sort of upscale and beautifully plated New American fare you’d expect in a big city. J.B.

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Play The Oregon Trail IRL

67th annual Highway 50 Association Wagon Train If the prospect of riding in a legit covered wagon, drinking coffee boiled over a fire and traveling an average of 3 miles per hour from Lake Tahoe to Placerville doesn’t sound awesome to you, I’d reckon you were one of those kids who always died of dysentery when you played The Oregon Trail. Sign up for a single day or tough it out for the entire journey. Authentic attire is required, and remember: Only jerks kill 2,000 more pounds of bison than they’re able to bring back to the wagon.

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Dip into a swimming hole

South Yuba River State Park Swimming, hiking, gold panning, bird watching, biking or sunbathing—it’s all possible at South Yuba River State Park. A little more than an hour’s drive from Sac on Highway 49, this state park has dozens of swimming holes and wading areas to beat the summer heat, plus hiking trails and all-terrain mountain bike paths. This is the perfect daytrip for Sacramentans looking for a quick change of scenery.

Price and space availability varies, June 4 through June 11, (530) 677-2871, www.hwy50wagontrain.com. D.D.

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Located on 11 forested acres outside Grass Valley, the Quiet Dome is close to restaurants, shops, hiking trails, lakes and waterfalls. Then again, visitors might not want to leave the building, which is fireproof, earthquake-proof, self-heated and self-cooled. It’s also billed as a “low EMF” structure that’s “electromagnetically quiet” for those who suffer from Electro Magnetic Hypersensitivity, a disease that’s reportedly triggered by radio waves with symptoms similar to allergies. We don’t know much about that, but the place looks so peaceful that we already feel more relaxed just thinking about it. A three-night stay is required but the rates are pretty chill, too: Expect to pay an average of $107 a night.

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Charles M. Schulz Museum Remember how attuned The Peanuts gang is to the human condition at the Charles M. Schulz Museum. The exhibits appeal to fans of all ages, and you can even see Snoopy’s doghouse wrapped by Christo. Don’t miss the skating rink or gift shop, which has ’70s carpet art on the walls. Still have the art bug? Visit Paradise Ridge Winery, which features grounds with various outdoor sculpture “galleries.” Shows rotate, so it’s worth revisiting. And drinking more wine, natch. Charles M. Schulz

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Museum, 2301 Hardies Lane in Santa Rosa; (707) 579-4452; http://schulzmuseum.org; Paradise Ridge Winery, 4545 Thomas Lake Harris Drive in Santa Rosa; (707) 528-9463; http://prwinery.com. G.G.

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Wilderness Outdoor Weekend Stop liking National Geographic’s nature photos on Instagram. Put down your phone. Get in the car and head east on I-80 ’til you hit Truckee. Then voila! You’ll be in a breathtaking natural setting rather than staring at its facsimile. Do this from June 10 through June 12 at the rustic Clair Tappaan Lodge for a weekend of guided hikes, kayaking, yoga, rock climbing and more. Overnight packages are available, or come on Saturday at 9 a.m. for the day’s programming. Prices vary, June 10 through June 12 at 19940 Donner Pass Road in Norden, (530) 426-3632, www.sierraclub.org/sierra/WOW. D.D.

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Guisti’s Place A drive down the Delta on Highway 160 is charming even without a fun destination. Looking past Al the Wop’s and Old Sugar Mill, Guisti’s Place is worth a visit. Located across the lane from a picturesque landing overlooking the river, the bar is lined with more than 12,000 baseball hats. Beyond that novelty, the food is excellent. All dinner entrees are served with family-style minestrone, a salami plate and other goodies. Clam chowder and calamari steak highly recommended! 14743 Walnut Grove-Thornton

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DRESS FOR SUMMER SURVIVAL clothing from Shop cuffs acramento summers are notoriously hot (but it’s Ssurvival. a dry heat!), which means one needs to dress for Loose, flowing clothes; breathable fabrics and barely there sandals are key. Shop Cuffs, which has locations in Midtown and Davis, makes it easy with hip, boho-chic fashions at affordable prices that rival the cheap, mass-produced clothing found at big box stores. Shop Cuffs stores are on the smaller side,

but they’re packed with clothing and accessories. Most of it’s new, but there’s also a well-curated vintage section. Overwhelmed? Best to start with that summer staple, the swimsuit. The shop has several options—crocheted bikinis and floral tankinis are popular—but those in need of a standout poolside-ready suit should check out the striped black-and-white high-necked bodysuit ($24). It basically screams, “I’m going to summer in a lounge chair sipping on Chablis”—an admirable #lifegoal for sure. Away from the pool, slip into a mini, openbacked floral romper ($36) for a fresh take on the

’90s revival. Or, if you’re feeling a little edgier, go for the black, layered T-shirt dress ($32). Pair either with some two-tone buckle sandals ($34). The low heels are solid and chunky, all the better to make your way through a crowded festival. Finally, sunglasses are a must and every pair here is only $15, including the retro oversized, white cat’s eye frames. At that price you can afford to stock up because you just know you’re going to lose or break a few on that rafting trip, hike or hot and dusty outdoor show. That’s sort of what summer’s all about, isn’t it? 2523 J Street, (916) 443-2881; 231 Third Street in Davis,

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Hot stuff! As the temperatures warm from the river t o t h e p a r k , w e ’r e g e t t i n g i n s p i r e d b y t h e s e a s o n ’s h o t t e s t t r e n d s . W h e t h e r i t ’s f l o r a l printed shorts, or a spunky neon club dress, these chic six looks are guaranteed to have y o u l o o k i n g h o t t h i s s u m m e r.

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2) Krazy Mary’s Boutique 3230 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento Aakaa Summer Poncho, Toms Sunnies White woven sun hat, Toms Sandals Gold gemmed bracelet, Gold seahorse bracelet Leather braided bracelet, White sparkle bracelet Crystal sparkle necklace

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4) Sugar Shack 2425 J St, Sacramento Tyche Shorts, Naked Zebra Tank Blouse Toms Sandals, Braided Necklace Gold Cuff w/ Turquoise Cream Bracelet, Sunglasses

5) ShopCuffs Boutique 2523 #101 J St, Sacramento 231 3rd St, Davis, www.shopcuffs.com After Market White Linen Blouse, Unif High Waisted Shorts Breckelle’s Sandals, Hornrimmed Sunglasses

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Front Street Animal Shelter If you’re reluctant to leave the A/C to wade through the stifling heat and check out animals in need of adoption, there’s good news. Front Street Animal Shelter is killing it with the cute Facebook posts. There aren’t many crappy moods that can’t be cured by a video of cats playing in a ball pit or one showing a litter of puppies snuggling with each other. Our current favorite is the subtitled video of the snooty kitten who hates being touched. “Unhand me human!” indeed. 2127 Front Street,

(916) 808-7387, www.facebook.com/ FrontStreetAnimalShelter. RFH

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in association with APOLIS’ 17th Local + Global project, which employs crafters and artisans in rural Bangladesh. Emblazoned with the 916-friendly phrase “Sacramento California USA,” it’s made of a natural jute material (with a waterproof lining) and sturdy leather straps. Which basically means it’ll hold a summer’s worth of stuff. 3433 Broadway, (916) 822-4925, www.displaycalifornia.com. R.L.

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Folsom Antique Fair Sometimes to move forward … you need to look back. The Folsom Antique Fair, now in its 49th year, draws up to 10,000 people to historic Folsom, all looking for that big bargain a few decades in the making. It’s a great chance to shop around for gifts that are outside the typical wares, and have a little more age and character. Admission is free, so you can save money for that antique you just have to have. Just remember, it has to fit in your apartment when you get back home. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. September 18 on Sutter Street in Folsom, http://tbcashows.info/ folsom_2015.html. W.C.

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Mizayaki Bath house and gallery Walnut Grove may not be the first destination you think of when it comes to rest and relaxation, but that’s probably because you’ve never been in a proper ofuro, a Japanese soaking tub. Restored from its original pre-World War II construction, this historic bath-and-boarding house offers hot and cool baths, a steam room, meditation areas, a tea room and an art gallery that pays homage to the area’s turn-ofthe-century Japantown. Prices vary, 1250 B Street in

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PLAY NOCTURNAL Howl at the moon with nighttime sports

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f you are a runner, a cyclist or any kind of outdoor sports Icramp enthusiast, you know Sacramento summers can seriously your workout schedule. “Spare the air” days at 100 degrees can bring on heat stress before you even finish your warmup. Sure, you can avoid the hottest hours by working out at dawn, but if you’re a night owl, you’re better off going full-on nocturnal. From June through August, you’ll only work out at night. And not indoors under artificial light, either. You’ll be outside in the moonlight, sweating it out with the bats and owls, like a wolf—a fitness wolf! A wolf with a kayak maybe, or a golf club, but a wolf nonetheless. Here’s how to howl:

occasional Fridays at 1901 Hazel Avenue in Gold River, (916) 278-2842, www.sacstateaquaticcenter.com.

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The Sacramento State Aquatic Center on Lake Natoma holds sunset paddles on Friday nights when the moon is high. Strike out at dusk on a kayak, paddle across the lake and navigate your way back by the light of the moon. Awooooooo! $30, 7 p.m. on

Run with the pack at the Davis Moonlight Race on July 9, with 5K, 10K and half-marathon options. Glow-in-the-dark race gear is encouraged, or wear black and go stealth. $37-$70; various start times on July 9 at DMG Mori Campus, 3805 Faraday Avenue in Davis; http://changeofpace.com/davis-moonlight-race.

Not even tired yet? Good, because the driving range at the Haggin Oaks Golf Complex is open 24 hours a day, May through September. Buy 50 balls for $6, or spring for 175 balls for $18 and tee off all night long. 3645 Fulton Avenue, (916) 481-4653,

Sign up for a Bat Talk and Walk and witness your nocturnal cohorts, the Mexican freetailed bat, flying into the sunset. This family-friendly event includes a 45-minute talk about bats and a walk through private rice fields in the Yolo Basin to see them fly. $12 for adults, children 15 and under are free;

various dates at Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area; http://yolobasin.org/ battalkandwalks2016. B.C.

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Burst your bubble

Bubble Run With the ubiquity of color runs, superhero runs, ’80s runs, undie runs, etc., the cynic in all of us ought to be suspicious of Big Fitness and the pretty penny it’s making off coercing adults into exercising under the guise of “fun.” But that same inner grump has to admit that running wild through a wonderland of colored foam definitely makes running more tolerable. All the more so because this 5K is not a race, but a nod to childhood, when you used to run because it’s simply what your legs wanted to do. $50, children 4 and under

are free; various times on June 4 at Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Boulevard; www.bubblerun.com. D.D.

Join the Giants bandwagon

Sacramento River Cats Now that our local minor league team feeds the Giants, maybe River Cats games will feel a little livelier. Will Giants bandwagoners go as far as getting obsessed with the River Cats, because some players may wind up at AT&T Park one day? Laying on a blanket in the grass of Raley Field is always a good time, regardless. Raley

Field, 400 Ballpark Drive in West Sacramento; www.milb. com/index.jsp?sid=t105. J.B.

Pretend you’re European

Sacramento Republic FC We may still not have a Major League Soccer team—and soccer may not be as popular here as in other countries—but you wouldn’t know it at a Republic home game. The fans are as rabid as they come. Score a seat near the maroon fan pit known as the Tower Bridge Battalion and you’ll quickly learn chants, songs and taunts—and why Sacramento is definitely a soccer town. Bonney Field, 1600 Exposition Boulevard; www.sacrepublicfc.com. J.B.

Act like a kid again

Oxford Circle Park If you’ve ever been told you were too old to slide down the slide or too big to fit in the swing, Oxford Circle Park is for you. This green oasis of childhood nestled in Davis—lovingly called the Little Big People’s Park—is a playground for people who never want to stop playing, no matter how old they are. There’s a rope junglegym pyramid, a merry-go-round, a Frisbee golf course and lots of open green space. Never grow up. Life’s just more fun that way. 505 Oxford Circle in Davis. W.C.

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For too long, Sacramento-area prep schools and colleges have exported smash-face athletes with hay bales for thighs. This year, we can finally put these bruisers to work. Sacramento is one of five cities—three in California—with a team in the new Professional Rugby Organization, and boasts several players from the region. The squad won its first match on April 17 at Bonney Field against San Francisco, before losing against firstplace San Diego in the second week. With top-ranked center Mirco Bergamasco and fullback Harry Bennett on the (currently) fourth-place team, Sacramento hopes to reverse those fortunes by the end of the inaugural season, which runs through July. Bonney Field, 1600 Exposition Boulevard, www.prorugby.org/team/sacramento. RFH

Captain a yacht

Sacramento Yacht Club A legacy that dates back even before its official 1929 founding. A password-protected membership. An exclusive clubhouse. FREE ICE. (OK, now we’re just quoting the website.) You don’t have to boast an important-sounding nautical title like “rear commodore” to appreciate how ritzy the Sacramento Yacht Club sounds. With sponsored membership requirements and $505 annual dues, it better be. If Sacramento has an Illuminati, it convenes aboard water mansions. 3365 South River Road in West Sacramento, (916) 371-5058, http://sacyc.com. RFH

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Date Night at the Gallery FRIDAY, MAY 27 You know what would make your significant other smile? A piece of art made with your own two hands. Even better? If you made that art together. Blue Line Arts hosts an art class for couples with wine, snacks and a finished piece of art you take home. This ART month, artist Manuel Rios will teach lovebirds the art of printmaking with a customizable illustration. $70 per couple; 7 p.m. at 405 Vernon Street, Suite 100, in Roseville; (916) 783-4117; www.bluelinearts.org.

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—DEENA DREwIS

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here’s nothing that says “relaxing holiday” quite like sitting in six to eight hours of traffic on the way to Tahoe or the Bay Area over Memorial Day weekend. Really, you’re a fool for staying in town, and you’re really missing out on all that elbow-to-elbow beach time and/or waiting two hours to eat at TGI Friday’s because everything else is a four-hour wait. Luckily, there’s no shortage of local events for all you lazy (a.k.a. smart) homebodies this weekend in search of something special: The Sacramento County Fair kicks off on Thursday, May 26, and runs through Monday, May 30, at Cal Expo (1600 Exposition Boulevard). Get your fill of monster trucks, bull riding, classicrock tribute bands, pig racing and everything else your downhome heart desires. General admission is free if you’re under 12 and $5 otherwise; some events require additional tickets. Visit http://sacfair.com for more info. For something less deep-fried but equally family friendly, Eatwell Farm in Davis (5835 Sievers Road) opens its strawberry

patches to the public on Saturday, May 28, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Strawberry Days on the Farm. Eat to your heart’s content for $5 if you’re 18 or under, and $10 if you’re an adult. Visit www.eatwell.com to find out more or call (707) 999-1150. Alternatively, you can participate in the time-honored Memorial Day weekend tradition of beer drinking on Friday, May 27, at the Elk Grove Brewfest at the Old Town Plaza (8401 Laguna Palms Way in Elk Grove) from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets range from $35-$45 for unlimited sampling of more than 40 craft breweries. Call (916) 229-8681 or visit www.elkgrovebrewfest.com for tickets. For those looking for a more traditional celebration (and to, y’know, actually spend time honoring the veterans for whom this holiday is reserved), this year is the 50th annual Memorial Day Parade in North Highlands. It takes place on Monday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and starts at I Street and Watt Avenue. Hot dogs, soda and beer will follow. Call (916) 847-5057 or visit http://memorialdayparade.vfwpost4647.org to find out more.

—DEENA DREwIS

Mighty Whitey’s Great Awakening Revival and Revue SATURDAY, MAY 28 Not much can be done to articulate the performance style of Chris “Whitey” Erickson. You could say “funny,” “absurd,” “very loud” and “unlike anything you’ve ever seen,” but that’s only a LITERARY start. He’ll be joined by strange poet Joe Wenderoth and musician Jason Morphew. $5-$10; 8 p.m. at E. Claire Raley Studios for Performing Arts, 2420 N Street; www.claramidtown.org/events.

—DEENA DREwIS

FamilyPalooza SUNDAY, MAY 29 Dazzle your little ones’ minds at the Crocker Art Museum’s annual FamilyPalooza, which takes on the theme of Dr. Seuss’ Whoville this year. It’ll be really colorful, playful and exciting. There will be games and surprising fun all over the museum, including ART the singing and dancing Vegetable Circus and the instructional Mad Science. Free; 11 a.m. at 216 O Street; (916) 808-1182; www.crockerartmuseum.org.

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If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again. That seems to be the motto the Paragary Restaurant Group embraced with the successful reworking of Hock Farm Craft & Provisions. Hock Farm opened three years ago to mixed reviews, but it scored a new head chef last fall in Jason Azevedo, most recently of Mighty Tavern. Per usual with Randy Paragary’s restaurants, including Paragary’s, Cafe Bernardo and Esquire Grill, Kurt Spataro oversees as executive chef. Still, it’s Azevedo, already respected around town for his charcuterie skills, making the day-to-day decisions in the kitchen. “I’m full fat, full flavor,” Azevedo says, although that may mislead you on his skills with vegetables. Hock Farm displays the joy of ingredients in the farm-tofork trope. One of the clearest examples of Azevedo’s subtle cleverness appears on the menu as “peas & carrots” ($5), a simplesounding side dish. He steams delicate baby carrots and crisp snap peas and arranges them artfully on a long plate with a smear of crème fraîche, toasted pistachios and fragrant tarragon. It’s simply delicious. In the beginning, Hock Farm tried too hard to exclaim, “Farm fresh!” Now, it forgoes naming every ingredient source and gets on with actually proving how good local products can be. Azevedo butchers half to a whole pig every week to make items like smoky beerwurst for the charcuterie and cheese board ($17) and rotisserie porchetta for the pizza with new potatoes ($15).

One evening, the charcuterie board also offered a dry-cured crespone salami, which is not made in-house. Azevedo hopes to increase charcuterie production over time, though. The only drawback to the platter was too few grilled toasts, which is a common misstep. The pizza game in town has improved exponentially in the last few years, but Hock Farm holds its own. The thin, chewy crust displays excellent blistering from the super-hot wood oven. A base of silky garlic confit balances the salty porchetta and creamy potatoes, with spicy chili oil and fontina rounding out the punchy flavors. An appetizer of salt-roasted beets ($12) surprisingly comes with a mound of peppery arugula and endive over chunks of sweet red beets. Pistachiocrusted chèvre crowns the top. While it wasn’t what we expected, it was—like the peas and carrots— better than we imagined. Everyone seems to have macaroni and cheese these days. Here, Azevedo shows off his sense of fun as well. Hock Farm’s version ($8) tastes shockingly like unctuous Velveeta, but is actually a beer-spiked nacho sauce made to mimic the processed cheese product. Nuggets of smoky bacon and crunchy bread crumbs add a textural counterpoint. Dinner entrees skew somewhat pricey—the New York steak costs $35—but the pappardelle ($19) is a decent deal, with a hearty bowl of tender noodles supporting a stew of porkcheese ragu, braised vegetables and greens. Perhaps it’s too hearty for spring, but the plentiful tarragon here, too, adds freshness. Unfortunately, the end to a meal at Hock Farm is much less inspired than the main event. Desserts seem rather standard: crème brûlée, chocolate cake, gelato, a cranberry-apple crostata ($8) with a mediocre crust. Hopefully, Azevedo can eventually work his magic with the desserts as well. Hock Farm is named for John Sutter’s farm, the first large-scale agricultural settlement in Northern California. There’s a quote from Sutter figured in neon over the kitchen: “Patriarch, Priest, Father and Judge.” Don’t count that odd benediction against Hock Farm, though, even if you weren’t previously impressed. It succeeds in balancing flavor with beauty—not always a guarantee in our rapidly growing restaurant community. Ω

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This powerful Pulitzer Prize- winning play explores the racial and ethnic prejudices that persist just below the surface of the everyday politically correct dinner conversation.

The Bard and beyond Summer with Shakespeare and other playwrights by Jeff Hudson

Summer is when Shakespeare fests reign, and this year marks the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death, so there’s really no better time to take in some classics, as well as a few other nonBard related productions. Here’s a rundown, starting close to home, then looking farther afield: First up is the Davis Shakespeare Ensemble’s Shakespeare Festival (June 23-July 31). This year, artistic directors Rob Salas and Gia Battista are pairing Edmond Rostand’s swashbuckling Cyrano de Bergerac (with actor-fight choreographer Matt Edwards playing the guy with the big nose) and the 1956 musical romance Bells Are Ringing (involving telephones with dials, as seen in the 1960 movie with Judy Holliday and Dean Martin). Salas insists the shows really do belong together. “Cyrano’s rather magical, set in France circa 1640 [and] the way Cyrano uses heroic language and swordsmanship, it’s like he’s casting spells, doing impossible things,” Sales says. “In Bells, the lead character is also a magical shape-shifter, becoming a hero in every life she touches.” The festival, now in its seventh year, currently stages shows indoors at the Davis Veterans Memorial Center Theatre (203 E. 14th Street in Davis) Thursdays through Sundays. There’s a mix of evening and matinee performances; single tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for students and seniors, and $15 for children. Learn more by calling (530) 802-0998 or visit www.shakespearedavis.org. The following month, Sacramento Shakespeare, a seasonal offshoot of Sacramento City College, offers the battle-of-the-sexes comedies Love’s Labours Lost

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The Lake Tahoe shakespeare festival dominates the big stage with jazz hands.

(July 1-30) and A Midsummer Night’s Dream (July 8-31), in repertory. Labours director Luther Hanson says the show ties into the community college’s history. “We’re setting it in 1916, when Sac City College opened,” he says. “All the characters will have a preppy college look as professors or students, with male and female glee clubs.” Lori Ann Delappe-Grondin, who directs Dream, promises enchantment and says the four classic elements—earth, air, fire, water—will also come into play. “It’s fey and otherworldly, with a bit of magic and darkness,” she says. Sacramento Shakespeare’s shows are held outdoors in the William A. Carroll Amphitheatre, which is located near the corner of 15th Avenue and Land Park Drive. Temps can be toasty at showtime, but drop by 9 p.m. if the Delta breeze kicks in. Tickets are $18 for general admission, $15 for students and seniors. Kids ages 12 and under get in free. The shows start at 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday and 6 p.m. Sunday. Gates open 90 minutes before show. Learn more at www.sacramentoshakespeare.net. Those in the mood for a daytrip or weekender won’t want to miss the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, (July 8-August 21). This year’s schedule includes outdoor twilight productions of The Comedy of Errors (a madcap farce with two sets of identical twins) alternating with the retro musical revue Forever Plaid (a fluffy, nostalgic rendition of the clean-cut male vocal harmony quartets of the 1950s). Director Charles Fee said he decided to play off the upcoming Summer Olympics, setting Comedy in Rio de Janeiro, during Carnival. Think rhythm, rum, risqué romance. “This is the ultimate play about mistaken identity, and a Brazilian city filled with costumed, partying revelers allows for a lot of fluidity,” Fee says. Bonus, the amphitheater is literally located at the beach at Sand Harbor State Park (2005 Highway 28 Incline Village, Nevada). The plays start at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday-Sunday; tickets are $27-$99 for general admission and $15-$25 for those 25 and under. For more information, call (775) 832-1616 or visit www.laketahoeshakespeare.com. Reserve ahead; some weekends sell out. Ω

Th, F 8pm; Sa 2pm and 8pm; Su 2pm; W 7pm. Through 6/5. $23-$35. Capital

Stage, 2215 J Street; (916) 995-5464; http://capstage.org. B.S.

Mud Blue Sky

So much talent and preparation have gone into the B Street Theatre’s production of Mud Blue Sky that it’s a shame it isn’t in service of a better play. While the set design and costumes are excellent, it’s Marisa Wegryn’s play that’s weak. What starts out as a sharp, snarky comedy about a reunion of three flight attendants in a mo-

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tel room during a layover too soon loses focus. The playwright wants to make a serious comment on these disparate lives, but can’t make it work. Aiming for wistful and maybe hopeful, it just ends up sad. Th, F

8pm; Sa 5pm and 9pm; Su 2pm; W 6:30pm. Through 6/5.

$23-$35. B Street Theatre, 2711 B Street; (916) 443-5300; www.bstreettheatre.org. J.C.

Not Medea

Lori Prince gives a tour de force performance in this modern tale with an ancient twist, in which one frazzled woman finds kinship with the Greek enchantress. Alternately shocking and beautiful, this play packs a wallop. Th 2pm

and 7pm; F 7pm; Sa 8pm; Su

1pm; T, W 7pm. Through 6/11. $26-$38. B Street Theatre B3 Stage, 2711 B Street, (916) 443-5300; www. bstreettheatre.org. B.S.

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The Rover

This comedy by England’s first professional female playwright (a contemporary of William Shakespeare) is both timely and timeless in ways that are surprising. As ribald as anything by the Bard, it gives a new— or old—take on the idea that “girls just wanna have fun.” Gail Dartez directs an outstanding cast that features two remarkable characterizations, that of Ian Hopps as the charming rogue Wilmore and that of self-effacing Paj Crank as the hilarious Ned Blunt. Th, F and Sa 8pm. Through 5/28. $10-$20. Big Idea Theatre, 1616 Del Paso Boulevard; (916) 960-3036; www.bigidea theatre.org. J.C.

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Past, which would be confusing if every character hadn’t spent the intervening years reflecting on the events of the previous film and also doing nothing else. However, when Magneto publicly reveals his The Netflix-ification of the blockbuster cinema-scape powers, his wife and child are killed by police, an continues apace with Bryan Singer’s tolerable but event he uses as an excuse to join the resurrected and disposable installment X-Men: Apocalypse. After all-powerful Apocalypse (Isaac) in a plan to rid the the inane timeline hopping of his 2014 feature-length planet of nonmutants. episode X-Men: Days of Future Past, Singer settles on Isaac is arguably the best male actor working the dorkiest timeline with Apocalypse, resurrecting a today, and he does what he can, but ultimately purple dildo god (Oscar Isaac, overqualified) and satisfy- Apocalypse is just another snooty Marvel villain, a ing his own career-long Nazi fetish in the bargain. pompous Old Testament jerk wad in Arnold But none of that plot hoo-ha holds any Schwarzenegger’s Mr. Freeze wardrobe weight—the only thing that matters is that (minus the sick-burn ice puns). the Marvel machine keeps chugging, Fassbender is also arguably the best Apocalypse so Apocalypse peddles 144 minutes male actor working today, but he of pure, uncut franchise maintenance, barely feels present in the role peddles 144 serving as an anonymous chapter in anymore, lost amid a swirl of minutes of pure, a never-ending story. In addition to elbowing story arcs. uncut franchise worshiping any number of nostalgiaAs in Days of Future Past, born narrative threads, Singer is tasked a slo-mo sequence involving maintenance. with introducing a new cast of character Quicksilver (Evan Peters) and reboots, including but not limited to some period-appropriate pop pap (the Muppet Babies versions of Storm, Cyclops, Eurythmics’ “Sweet Dreams”) emerges Jean Grey and Nightcrawler. as the unquestionable highlight, although the The film’s Godzilla-like ability to assemble and then film’s attempt to simultaneously expand and margincompletely waste an ensemble cast of A-list veterans alize the character just feels like more gross franchise and exciting newcomers would be impressive if it wasn’t maintenance. You end up dreading the inevitable emblematic of a new Hollywood apocalypse. It takes Quicksilver stand-alone film rather than appreciating a solid half-hour to recap the storylines of key characa fun moment. ters—Jennifer Lawrence’s Mystique works as a mutant In a perverse twist, the endless recapping and Harriet Tubman and James McAvoy’s Professor Charles character maintenance constitutes the “good stuff” Xavier recruits troubled young mutants for his school, in Apocalypse, while the interminable final stretch while Michael Fassbender’s Magneto masquerades as poses predictable revelations and heel-turns against hunky metal worker/hunky family man/hunk Henryk a backdrop of bloodless mass death. The third act is Gursky. devoted to characters monologue-ing and goofing Singer and screenwriter Simon Kinberg set around while world capitals are reduced to vapor. Ω Apocalypse in Thriller-jacket 1983, exactly 10 years after the “present-day” events of Days of Future

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Captain America: Civil War

When the U.N. cracks down on the “renegade” superheroes of the Avengers, one faction, led by Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.), agrees that oversight is in order, while Captain America (Chris Evans) and others distrust government and stand up for individual super-freedom. Thus the stage is set for a showdown, with all the CGI mayhem $250 million can buy. Writers Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeeley and directors Anthony and Joe Russo make a cheerful show of it, giving their gee-whiz comic book audience all they could wish for— and more. But that’s the problem—it’s still just 90 minutes worth of story stretched out to two-and-a-half hours. Still, lovers of the Marvel universe can never get too much, while the rest of us grumble about the Bach we could be listening to, the Tolstoy we could be reading. J.L.

The Man Who Knew Infinity

Dev Patel stars in this biopic of Srinivasa Ramanujan, a poorly educated Indian mathematician who was admitted to Cambridge University on the eve of World War I, where he made some of the most important breakthroughs in the history of his field. It’s a fascinating life story, but writerdirector Matthew Brown’s adaptation of Robert Kanigel’s biography takes the most doddering and insulting paths possible. The narrative is framed as a flashback of Jeremy Irons’ professor G.H. Hardy, turning Ramanujan’s life story into one of those simpering, pseudoinspirational, I-tried-to-tame-the-savagebeast-but-really-I-was-the-beast-and-hetamed-me-whaaaaa biopics that seem to appeal to a certain demographic. And as with Stephen Hawking in The Theory of Everything, Ramanujan’s herculean scientific achievements are valued only in their supposed ability to prove the existence of God. Highly respected contemporary mathematicians produced and consulted on the film, so at least they got the math right, if little else. D.B.

“Tilda, you’re the only thing holding this film together. Never leave.”

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The TV comedy team of Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele make their bigscreen debut as two nerds who go undercover (and over their heads) infiltrating an L.A. gang by pretending to be two out-of-town badasses—all to retrieve a beloved kitten stolen during a home invasion robbery. The movie isn’t to all tastes, and not for the prudish or easily offended; Key & Peele (abetted by director Peter Atencio and Peele’s co-writer Alex Rubens) trade in outlandish gender and racial stereotypes in a spirit of extravagant ridicule, and the violence (like the comedy) is way over the top, including the murder of Anna Faris (guest-starring as herself). But their anything-for-a-laugh method benefits from good comic instincts, and the gags come so fast that the duds are swamped by the frequent laugh-out-loud moments. J.L.

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The Meddler

Susan Sarandon is the titular busybody, a widow of a wealthy husband with nowhere to spread her inherited riches, ignored by her exasperated single daughter (Rose Byrne) and habitually paired off with sweaty schmoes symbolized by Michael McKean. Cut off by her daughter, Sarandon’s Marnie sticks her nose elsewhere, befriending an Apple Store staff member (because it’s just fun when they work the product placement into the plot) and romancing a retired cop played by J.K. Simmons (getting a rare shot at the Sam Elliott role, bushy white mustache and all, and totally nailing it). Writer-director Lorene Scafaria made The Meddler as a tribute to her own mother, but for every moment of cut-to-the-bone truth and sharp wit there is a matching scene of low-brow comedy like the one where Sarandon eats an entire bag of raw marijuana flowers and then gets crazy high, even though that’s not how that works. D.B.

A Bigger Splash

Italian director Luca Guadagnino makes his English-language debut, as well as first narrative feature since 2009’s I Am Love, with the US Weekly art film A Bigger Splash. I Am Love star Tilda Swinton headlines as a Bowie-esque rocker whose post-surgery recuperation with her younger boyfriend (Matthias Schoenaerts) gets interrupted by the arrival of an influential ex (Ralph Fiennes) and his sexpot daughter (Dakota Johnson). A Bigger Splash is not nearly as lush and palatial as I Am Love, but it’s just as chilly and stylish and thin, an overinflated genre film highly dependent on magnetic performances to hold it together. Swinton is up to the task, regal and needy and detached in the same breath, just like a superstar, and so is a heedless Fiennes as a music industry sybarite still bragging about his contributions to one of the Rolling Stones’ worst albums; Schnoenaerts and Johnson, not so much. D.B.

Money Monster

The flamboyant host of a TV financial advice program (George Clooney) and his producer (Julia Roberts) are taken hostage on the air by a bomb-brandishing working-class schlub who lost his life savings (Jack O’Connell). Director Jodie Foster grapples reasonably well, probably better than could be expected, with the uneasy mix of comedy and menace in Jamie Linden, Alan DiFiore and Jim Kouf’s script. But in the end, neither she nor the cast can overcome the script’s basic problems: (1) the ending is anticlimactic and unsatisfying; (2) O’Connell’s character is a nitwit, the perfect illustration of that old saying about a fool and his money; and (3) there’s something a little too smarmy about a Hollywood studio turning out a screw-Wall-Street movie for the purpose of increasing the value of its own stock. J.L.

Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising

The married couple from 2014’s Neighbors (Seth Rogen, Rose Byrne) are having trouble again, this time with a new sorority led by a party-hearty fugitive (Chloë Grace Moretz) from a group of smug little prisses. Neighbors was a guilty pleasure; in the sequel it’s guilt 10, pleasure zero. This is a movie for people who thought The Hangover was too subtle and genteel. Director Nicholas Stoller and four co-writers (Andrew J. Cohen, Brendan O’Brien, Evan Goldberg and Rogen) throw logic to the winds, and they’ll do anything for a laugh— anything, that is, except actually be funny. Zac Efron also gets sucked into the morass, and Kelsey Grammer, Selena Gomez, Lisa Kudrow, Christopher Mintz-Plasse and LL Cool J drop by for pointless cameos; they’re not funny either. “Rogen Sinking” would be a better subtitle. J.L.

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A thug for hire (Russell Crowe) breaks the arm of a private eye (Ryan Gosling) to discourage him from finding the thug’s young-woman-on-the-run client—then decides she needs help after all, and convinces the gumshoe to team up to find and protect her. Director Shane Black and his co-writer Anthony Bagarozzi produce a highly enjoyable companion piece to Black’s equally enjoyable but sadly ignored Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005), another trigger-happy comedy about two mismatched detectives unraveling a hilariously complicated mystery. Crowe and Gosling make a good bottom-feeding team (Gosling especially shows a surprising flair for physical comedy), and setting the movie in smoggy 1970s LA evokes nostalgic memories of TV’s The Rockford Files. Newcomer Angourie Rice shines as Gosling’s precocious daughter. J.L.

Christopher Plummer stars as Zev, a newly widowed Holocaust survivor suffering from dementia in Atom Egoyan’s chilly but overly broad mystery Remember. Reeling even further into memory loss after the death of his second wife, Zev slips out of his nursing home and embarks on a hazy mission of revenge against the Auschwitz butcher who murdered his entire family. Zev scrawls notes on his body in order to assist with his periodic memory resets, while a shadowy figure from his past guides him towards the (not very) shocking truth. In other words, this is basically a non-backward Memento with Alzheimer’s and Nazis, informed more by Canadian director Atom Egoyan’s careerlong obsession with coping mechanisms in response to unspeakable tragedy than by concerns about momentum and suspense. Plummer does fine work in the lead role, but the supporting players tend to go way overthe-top, especially Dean Norris as a neo-Nazi cop. D.B.

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This year, ORMF-goers can see Froth, the She’s, Charles Albright, Ladywolf, Screature and many other names in California’s greater underground music scene. While these bands might not be all over the map like in ORMFs past, they don’t sound exactly alike, either. Old-school ORMF fans will note more changes, like how ORMF is now annual instead of biannual. Plainfield Station also no longer plays host. In 2014, ORMF moved from a brief stint at Third Space Art Collective to Sudwerk We’re not calling Froth weird, but they are playing a weirdo Brewery. That year, keeping with music festival. the ORMF tradition of weirdness, organizers placed one stage underneath the overpass in the parking lot. This year, the arrangement will feel more conventional, with a stage outside next Back in 2010, the Operation Restore Maximum to the Dock and a second likely inside the brewery. Freedom lineup hit hip-hop, electronic drone, Mirblouk says it’ll still have the same casual, low-key metal, folk, garage rock and a bunch of other atmosphere, though. People can wander around, buy mismatched styles. This kind of schizophrenic pizza from Woodstocks and beer from Sudwerks, and genre diversity wasn’t unusual for the festival enjoy cool bands. It’s not exactly Outside Lands. thrown by UC Davis radio station KDVS. It was The festival’s originally scatterbrained lineup was precisely the point. a reflection of the station’s free-form style. Since Like every other year since it started in 2005, deejays could play any song they wish, that bred ORMF showcased every possible music genre a spirit of blasting the most underground, imaginable—the stranger the better—via a unusual music possible. laid-back, all-day festival with nearly While KDVS remains 20 local and national bands. For free-form, Mirblouk noticed “If you boil it several notorious years, it was held that current deejays weren’t at Woodland bar Plainfield Station, down to its core, gravitating toward the most where folks would sprawl out on it is a rock ’n’ roll extreme noise artists around, so the grass or hang out inside with he created a lineup that felt true festival.” any of the unsuspecting bikers to the station’s playlist this past unaware that their favorite watering Kasra Gene Mirblouk year. Next year’s lineup could be hole would be hosting a weirdo events coordinator, KDVS entirely different. music festival on that particular day. That’s the beauty of ORMF. This year’s event—ORMF XVI— As long as the festival continues, the stays in line with the free-spirited vibe, adventurous spirit will never die. What but also has some significant changes. For one that means to the current KDVS volunteers, thing, the lineup is extremely focused, with 18 artists that generally fall under the garage, psychedelic, indie deejays and the events coordinator is always up for reinterpretation, says Drew Walker, this year’s sound rock and post-punk categories. For ORMF, having man who is also performing as experimental artist such a cohesive festival lineup is, well, actually kind Doofy Doo. of weird. “Every new generation gets to redefine it,” he “If you boil it down to its core, it is a rock ’n’ roll says. “Next year it’ll evolve and devolve. That’s the festival,” says KDVS events coordinator Kasra Gene nature of the college radio station.” Ω Mirblouk, also known as DJ Kazmir, who organized this year’s ORMF. “It almost seemed like the people that were organizing this event were trying a little Check out operation Restore Maximum Freedom XVI on 1 p.m. Saturday, May 28, at Sudwerk Brewery, 2001 Second Street in Davis. tickets are too hard to make it too diverse. I feel like that didn’t $17. Learn more at www.kdvs.org. necessarily connect with a lot of people.”

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Some Frightened Rabbit fans might long for the early 2000s, when its unpolished, ramshackle indie-folk sound—along with Scott Hutchison’s wry sense of humor—created the musical embodiment of a charming, working-class, self-destructive drunk. Now, the group continues down the course INdIe of studio gloss and carefully crafted structures. But what is remarkable is that even within these constraints, it’s managed to create a dark, self-loathing record. Yet as the title suggests, it is a painting, and therefore comes across as more of an art project instead of an open, festering wound. 1417 R Street, www.frightenedrabbit.com.

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When Solsa hits the stage, it’s time to put on your dancing shoes. With a blend of Latin, R&B, rock, old school and Top 40 jams, this high-energy group inspires its audience to dance the cumbia or rock out to live covers all night. With three drummers covering timbales, congas and classic percussion; Brandi Jauregui and David English on lead vocals; plus bass, guitar and keyboards; this eightpiece, sharply dressed band LATIN R&B packs a powerhouse of sound. Whether its an upbeat rendition of Prince or Earth, Wind and Fire, or a lively tribute to Selena, Solsa’s musicians transport fans to the days of their youth through music. 904 15th Street, www.solsaentertainment.com.

Shine, 8 p.m., $7

To say YouTube sensation Kenny Holland is a big hit with the young ladies is something of an understatement. Yet he’s only just getting started and his online identity keeps POP growing with every successive play on the heavily populated site. The Michigan native, who later grew up in Arizona, already has more connections in the music and film industry than most aspiring stars will garner after a lifetime. Comparisons to the Beibs are obvious and not out of line, and this superpop hip-hop seems to be seriously resonating with the youths. Luxxe and the Color Wild are also on the bill. 9426 Greenback Lane in Orangevale, http://kenny-holland.squarespace.com.

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There’s something sweet and familiar about local singer-songwriter Noah Byrd’s debut EP, Silver Bullet. Deep in the lyrical angst, I can’t help but feel like Byrd is secretly an optimist—otherwise, he wouldn’t be sharing his pain. But that could be an entirely inaccurate interpretation of the man’s head space. Definitely accurate: INdIe fluid, intricate guitar and a ’90s, alt-rock vibe. Three months later, he’s ready to release another EP, Feathers. With fiddle and banjo, expect his indie-rock sound to veer more into indie folk. Also on the bill: Vinnie Guidera & the Dead Birds and Amber DeLaRosa of Flourish. 1400 E Street, www.facebook.com/noahbyrdguitar.

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Sumac’s latest, What One Becomes, doesn’t come out from Thrill Jockey for nearly two weeks after this show, meaning Sacto is one of the lucky EXPERIMENTAL METAL cities that gets a sneak peek. An amalgamation of other bands, singer-guitarist Aaron Turner of Isis, Brian Cook of Russian Circles and drummer Nick Yacyshyn of Baptists form one trio hellbent on playing live and spreading the gospel of post- and sludge-metal fare. One listen to the 11-minute juggernaut “Rigid Man” should be more than enough impetus to pony up the cover for one helluva show. Bring earplugs and get ready to smash some stuff. 1517 21st Street, www.facebook.com/sumacband.

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For Juggalos in the greater Sacramento area, this show is like the Pope coming to town for Catholics. The Dark Carnival is upon us. Insane Clown Posse is more than a Detroit rap duo of clowns; it’s a way of life. While many have tried to poke holes in that lifestyle of wrestling, Faygo soda, joker cards and face paint, there’s an unwavering faith in the Juggalo community. The Riddle Box Tour is an opportunity to RAP consider a new path in life: the way of the Juggalo. Or just grab a patio seat across the street and people-watch. 1417 R Street, www.insaneclownposse.com.

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Something has come together for Islands with their two newly released albums, Taste and Should I Remain Here at Sea? Although the band insists it doesn’t make for a double album, all of the songs seem to flow together and intermingle quite nicely. This INDIE new batch of tracks could be loosely described as a grown-up version of Nick Thorburn’s former band the Unicorns, perhaps because his high-pitched, slightly nasal and ever-brooding vocals are so distinct. Despondent lyrics abound across both albums, sometimes hidden behind biting humor, other times just laid out bare for all to see. 2708 J Street, http://islandsare forever.com.

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he legal landscape for cannabis collectives in California has shifted over the last several years, but not as significantly as the past six months — or possibly the next.

In October, the Legislature approved bills later signed by Gov. Jerry Brown that set standards for cultivation, transportation and sales along with establishing a state agency, the Bureau of Medical Marijuana Regulation. Those laws could get trumped by any of a handful of initiatives vying for the November ballot that could legalize recreational use in the state. Mitchell L. Abdallah, a Sacramento attorney since 2004, works with cultivators and dispensaries seeking to launch and remain in business. He’s had to offer counsel based on Proposition 215 — the state’s Compassionate Use Act — in conjunction with municipal ordinances and overarching federal regulations.

“ What do people do between now and January ’18? That’s typically why people come and see me.” Mitchell L. Abdallah, Sacramento attorney

Mitchell L. Abdallah says about 80 percent of his business comes from cannabis business clients seeking compliance with state and local cannabis laws. Photo by Laura Marie Anthony

His specific advice may vary, of course, but generally, “I tell them you’ve got to by default keep operating like we have the last 15 years, 20 years, which is like a nonprofit.”

If this sounds complicated, it is — which is not only why Abdallah devotes roughly 80 percent of his practice to cannabis-business clients, but also why he believes laws involving commercial cannabis need to be clear and consistent. “Many counties and jurisdictions have outright banned it,” he says, “and even places like Bakersfield and Fresno County that are somewhat left-wing or Democratic don’t have ordinances that allow for it.” He says municipalities should see marijuana as a plus: A multibillion-dollar tax pot they could be dipping into. There are other positives for cities, too.

Collectives may not generate income beyond their expenses; any surplus must be invested back into the business or — as often is the case locally — get donated to charitable causes. Banking rules designed to stop illegal transactions (narcotics trafficking, weapons sales, terrorism) make it hard for cultivators and dispensaries to open accounts. Still, Abdallah says it’s generally easy to start a cannabis venture. “I always caution people that it’s still illegal from a federal standpoint,” he adds. “That said, [federal agencies] are limited in what money they can spend going after legitimate businesses, so that’s a plus.”

“Allowing for legal grows and dispensaries takes the marijuana out of the darkness and brings it into the sunlight — that helps law enforcement, and that takes away the black market, which is very prevalent,” Abdallah says. “The black market obviously is not taxed.”

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“What do people do between now and January ’18? That’s typically why people come and see me,” Abdallah says.