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FRIDAY, APRIL 13 ANIMANGA MONTHLY FOR TEENS — Join fellow manga and anime enthusiasts for an afternoon of watching anime and drawing manga! For teens ages 1219. Apr. 13 from 4-5 p.m. at Arcade Library, 2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento. SUCCULENTS AND TERRARIUMS – Celebrate Earth Day this month. Learn about succulents and create your own succulent pot or terrarium with tiny plants. All supplies provided. Open to teens in 6th-12th grades. Friday, April 13 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at ArdenDimick Library, 891 Watt Ave., Sacramento.
SATURDAY, APRIL 14 CREEK WEEK CLEAN-UP AND BBQ: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet at Carmichael Park (5750 Grant Ave, Carmichael) for clean-up assignments and return for barbecue. WILDFLOWER WALK: 10:30 a.m., Effie Yeaw Nature Center (California Ave and Tarshes Dr, Carmichael).
SATURDAY, APRIL 14 CREEK WEEK CLEAN-UP AND BBQ: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet at Carmichael Park (5750 Grant Ave, Carmichael) for clean-up assignments and return for barbecue.
ARCADE BOOK CLUB — Join fellow book lovers for discussion and socializing. This month’s book is The Postman Always Rings Twice by James M. Cain. April 14 at 11 a.m. at Arcade Library, 2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento.
FRIDAY, APRIL 20 GAME NIGHT FOR KIDS – Stay after the library closes to play games with other kids and families. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult! Friday, April 20 from 6 to 7:45 p.m. at Arden-Dimick Library, 891 Watt Ave., Sacramento.
SATURDAY, APRIL 21 PAWS IN THE PARK: The Mission Oaks Recreation and Park District invites you and your furry friend out for a exciting dog-filled day at Eastern Oak Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come and enjoy the new dog park and have a fun day out socializing with other neighborhood pups. We will have dog show with unique categories for your dog to compete in - sign ups are $5. In addition, we will have raffles, vendors, and many other dog related activities! Eastern Oak Park is located at 3127 Eastern Ave, Sacramento, California 95821. Dog show categories include: Prettiest female, most-handsome male, best kisser, best costume, human/dog looka-like, coolest trick, most unique mix, all stars. AUTISM-FRIENDLY FAMILY MOVIE: “DESPICABLE ME 3” – Join us for a special family movie event for kids with autism and/or sensory disorders. This month: “Despicable Me 3” (rated PG). “Typical” toddlers and preschoolers are welcome too! We’ll have healthy snacks, the lights will be slightly up, the sound will be slightly down, and kids don’t need to remain seated while enjoying the movie. There will also be lots of fidget toys! Saturday, April 21 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Arden-Dimick Library, 891 Watt Ave., Sacramento. CHANGE YOUR GRIP ON LIFE THROUGH TENNIS! – Author Carmen Micsa will be sharing her book: Change Your Grip on Life Through Tennis, a Player’s Physical, Mental, Technical, & Nutritional Guide for Improving Your Game. Come meet Carmen and hear how to
apply these concepts to your whole life. Her book will be available to purchase at the event. This program is designed for adults. Saturday, April 21 from 2 to 3 p.m. at ArdenDimick Library, 891 Watt Ave., Sacramento.
check at door. 1:30 pm • Admission $15. The Italian Center is located at 6821 Fair Oaks Blvd., Carmichael.
SUNDAY, APRIL 22
SATURDAY, APRIL 28
ITALIAN CENTER LECTURE SERIES: “CONTEMPORARY ITALY; HISTORY AND POLITICS”: Italy is a nation of 61 million people, the fourth most populous state in the European Union and the third largest economy in the Eurozone. Following the devastation of World War II, there was a lengthy period of economic growth from 1951 to 1963 called “The Economic Miracle,” which transformed the country from a poor, primarily rural nation into a global industrial power. Lecturer and historian Anthony Piccininno will discuss the economic rise of Italy and examine the political factors that have helped and hindered its economy. Following the boom years, a number of movements and events struck the country, including the 1968 student protests, large strikes by industrial workers during the “Hot Autumn” of 1969, and the global oil crises of 1973 and 1978. From the late 1960s to the early 1980s growing social and political unrest and terrorism damaged the nation; culminating in the assassination of Prime Minister Aldo Moro by the Red Brigades in 1978. Institutions like the European Union and political parties and their leaders, helped bring stability and instability to the nation. Today’s Italian economy relies on manufacturing, tourism, agriculture and “Made In Italy “ exports. The lecture will explore the effects of recent political, immigration and cultural developments.” Refreshments included; doors open at 1 p.m., no reservations required, pay cash/
“HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS”: The Sacramento Capitolaires, the area’s premiere male a cappella singing group since 1946, will present “Home is Where the Heart Is” on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at Christ Community Church, 5025 Manzanita Avenue, Carmichael. The performance will be held from 2:00 to 4 p.m. Open seating. Performing with the Capitolaires chorus and quartets will be “Fresco” (Sweet Adeline quartet), Capitol Ring (Barbershop quartet), R C Swing .and the Del Campo High School Choir. The Sacramento Capitolaires is a non-profit organization and members of the Barbershop Harmony Society and Sacramento Metro Chamber. Tickets are $15.00 or $10 for ten or more tickets. They can be purchased at the door, online at www.capitolaires.org or by calling (888) 877-9806. Membership in the chapter offers men an opportunity to improve their singing ability, participate in competition with other chapters, present public shows and concerts in the Sacramento metropolitan area, and nurture valuable friendships. For information about membership, please call (888) 877-9806. STEAM SATURDAY: SCRIBBLE BOTS — Build a simple robot that can do artwork! This program is designed for school-age children, but everyone is welcome. Apr. 28 from 1-2 p.m. at Arcade Library, 2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento. BETWEEN THE LINES BOOK CLUB AT ARDEN-DIMICK – Come enjoy a lively discussion! This month’s book is The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, by Rebecca Skloot. The book will be available for checkout at Arden-Dimick Library’s service desk for four weeks before the meeting. This program is designed for adults. Saturday, April 28 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Arden-Dimick Library, 891 Watt Ave., Sacramento.
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MEET THE DIRECTOR ROBERTO ANGOTTI: “MY ITALIAN-AMERICAN BASEBALL FAMILY”: This amazing documentary tells the story of the Italian-Americans in baseball history and their rise to prominence. By the time Joe DiMaggio joined the New York Yankees in 1936, baseball fans were getting used to Italian-American players at the top. By 1936, every Major League team had at least one Italian-American player on its roster. This film showcases both the hardships and accomplishments of legendary Italian-Ameri-
can baseball players. Film maker Roberto Angotti examines the legacy of Italian-American contributions to the national pastime from the sandlots of San Francisco to the Golden Age of Baseball. The film also explores how Italian-Americans have helped the game grow abroad by following the story of the Colabellos from Milford, Massachusetts who played for Team Italy in the Olympics and in the World Baseball Classic. According to Angotti, “Not having an appreciation of your heritage is like an olive tree without roots, and baseball is part of our Italian heritage in America.” Refreshments included. doors open at 1 p.m., event starts at 1:30 p.m. No reservations required, pay cash/check at door.Admission $15; at the Italian Center, 6821 Fair Oaks Blvd., Carmichael.
FRIDAY, MAY 4-SATURDAY, MAY 5 COMMUNITY BOOK SALE – FRIENDS OF THE ARDEN-DIMICK LIBRARY: The Friends of Arden-Dimick Library are holding a two-day Community Book Sale on Friday, May 4 from 1 to 6 p.m. and on Saturday, May 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Community Room at the Arden-Dimick Library, 891 Watt Ave. Funds from this sale will be used for local library programs. Summer means fun, and nothing is more fun than relaxing with a good book. Lots of reading material for both adults and children. DVDs and CDs also will be on sale. This sale is an excellent opportunity to stock up on reading (or watching/listening) materials at low prices. Friends of the Library receive a 20 percent discount (except during the bag sale). Membership information will be available at the sale for those who are not members of the Friends of the Library. The Friends of the Arden-Dimick Library is a volunteer community-based organization. Its dual mission is to advocate for the Library and to provide funding for books, materials, programs and library activities primarily through selling donated books.
SATURDAY, MAY 12 WSFD STATION 41 OPEN HOUSE 2018: The West Sacramento Fire Department would like to invite the community to an open house of station 41 located at 132 15th St. During the open house you will have a chance to tour the fire station, check out the fire engine, and meet your local firefighters. West Sacramento Fire Department, 132 15th St, West Sacramento, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
TUESDAY, MAY 15 CAMELLIA CHAPTER, EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD OF AMERICA: Monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 15, 7:00 p.m., at the Arden-Dimick Library, 891 Watt Avenue, Sacramento. Guests of all ages welcome. Free. 916-223-2751. Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.