TO DO THIS MONTH'S CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT HIGHLIGHTS
JL By Jessica Laskey
“Bird on Fence” by Wagner at Archival Gallery
Staying Connected
Annual Bonsai Show & Sale
Archival Gallery Through April 30 Second Saturday Reception April 9, 5–8 p.m. 3223 Folsom Blvd. • archivalgallery.com This group exhibition, featuring works by artists impacted by Parkinson’s and related brain disorders, is dedicated to the memory of Tom Neath, husband of gallery owner D. Neath, who passed away Jan. 1. In partnership with the Parkinson Association of Northern California, a portion of proceeds will be donated to support enhancing the lives of people with Parkinson’s, their families and care partners. Featured artists include Russ Hood, Anthony Montanino and Wagner.
American Bonsai Association, Sacramento Saturday and Sunday, April 9 & 10, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Shepard Garden and Arts Center, 3330 McKinley Blvd. • abasbonsai.org This free event features bonsai trees and bonsai-related items for sale. Portland bonsai artist Andrew Robson presents a demonstration each day at 1:30 p.m. with his demo trees included in a daily raffle. Check out the Beginner’s Workshop for $10 on Sunday from 10 a.m. to noon. To register, contact Renee Seely at (916) 929-2106 or breadcrust@comcast. net.
Sacramento Earth Day Environmental Council of Sacramento Sunday, April 24, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. 8th and T streets • ecosacramento.net Learn ways to reduce your ecological footprint at the largest Earth Day celebration in Sacramento. Exhibitors include local artists and makers of environmentally friendly products, city and county agencies, community groups and nonprofits. Enjoy a display of electric vehicles with free EV test drives, interactive educational games and a kids’ area, live music, plant-based cuisine and valet parking for bicycles.
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Stories on Stage Stories on Stage Sacramento Friday, April 22, 7 p.m. CLARA Auditorium, 2420 N St. • storiesonstagesacramento.com This award-winning literary performance series presents work from “All the Secrets of the World” by Steve Almond and “You Only Get Letters From Jail” by Jodi Angel, read aloud by professional actors followed by a Q&A with the authors. Tickets are a $10 suggested donation.
