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Creative Women Mini-Con to showcase local artists

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Creative Women Mini-Con to Showcase Local Artists

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Five years ago when Jen Monson of Rosemont attended the first Creative Women Mini-Con at Empire’s Comics Vault, she “just fell in love” with the store and the event, which showcases female creatives and their work inside the spacious comic book store at 1120 Fulton Avenue Suite K in Arden-Arcade. This year’s free October 21 mini-con will be Monson’s fourth as a featured artist, and she credits her first mini-con with kick-starting the career she has now.

“It was the first con that gave me the confidence to begin doing events. It was perfect to start with something nice and small where I could meet other people in the community who do this and get tips and questions answered.” Under the name JenuoneArt, Monson 42, now sells her koi fish bowls and other hand-painted art at about one event a month.

“I owe where I am right now because of the Creative Women Mini-Con and Empire’s Comics,” she said.

Giving new artists a place to begin is part of the goal behind the annual event. “It’s about showcasing women who do anything creative,” explained Empire’s owner, Ben Schwartz, 41.

“For those who have been selling art a while, it gives them a chance to show new stuff, and for those who have never done it before, it’s a place to get started so they can jump in.”

The 2017 mini-con will feature 16 artists of which all but one Bay Area artist currently reside in the Greater Sacramento Area. Among the vendor tables (which are provided at nocost to the artists), attendees will find handmade jewelry, tote bags, watercolor paintings, whimsical toys, photographs and, of course, comic books, including books written, illustrated and printed by the two youngest artists, Maia, 9, and Kaimani, 8.

The variety of creations draws the dedicated comic book fans as well as many who step into

Empire’s for the first time. Pocket-area artist Rachel Strum, 33, who sells her creations under the name CitrusAtelier, is looking forward to the more geekier shoppers, whom she hopes will be in the market for her intricately carved wooden fantasy wands as well as her soaps that have toys hidden inside. Most of all, she said she is looking forward to seeing all the creations from the other women. “Whatever money I’ll make, I’ll probably end up spending there,” she said with a laugh. “I am really thrilled to be able to meet so many locals who love the same things as I do and have this cool, unique way to express themselves.”

That “concept of celebrating creative women in the nerd world” is also what artist Megan E. Risk, 30, of Cameron Park, found particularly intriguing about the mini-con. “I’m always on board with building up fellow creative ladies,” she said.

Risk will bring her original watercolors and inks to sell and will also be available to create small, on-site commissions in ink. Although Risk is new to this con, she is a veteran of creative conventions, sometimes doing two in one weekend for a total of roughly 50 events by the end of this year. “I’ve been a vendor at conventions of many sizes, and the Creative Women Mini-Con is the first time I’ve felt that the show-runner has been truly interested in showcasing the vendors—all of the vendors-and their talents,” she said. “He (Schwartz) has invited a very fascinating group of women with very different art styles and mediums and is treating all of us like honored guests.”

The 16 honored guests will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to sell, chat and take pictures with attendees. Creative Women Mini-Con is Empire’s second-biggest event of the year.

Only Free Comic Book Day trumps it. For the best selection of creative goods, Schwartz recommends arriving early.

Collaboration aims to help the homeless in Arden

By Jose Fabian

A collaborative effort between the Sheriff ’s Department and two other organizations aims to revamp the way police interact with the homeless, particularly in the Arden area.

The Sheriff ’s Department received the Smart Police Initiative grant through the U.S. Department of Justice in the fall of 2016 to create innovative, evidence-based approaches to chronic problems in their jurisdiction.

“Law enforcement’s policy was enforcement and displacement,” said Sgt. Thomas Bland, “we found out that was ineffective. Police are not the solution, but we can be part of the solution.”

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vamped the Transient Enforcement Detail Team and created the Homeless Outreach Team.

“It’s great the Sheriff ’s Department wants to try something new,” said Dr. Arturo Baiocchi, the primary researcher for the Smart Police Initiative.

A fellow at the Institute for Social Research at Sacramento State, Baiocchi is responsible for the general oversight of data collection and analysis. He helps the Sheriff ’s Dept. focus its resources to create the biggest impact.

The institute identified two “hot-spot zones” in Arden where a large number of transient-specific calls for service originate: Watt and El Camino and Howe and Arden.

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Dept. were instructed to “try and stick to these areas.”

At these areas, deputies use enforcement as a last resort.

They do what they “decide is the best course of action”, said Deputy James Knacke, a member of the outreach team. They issue warnings first. When they do have to resort to enforcement, deputies still “try and get them connected with services while they are in jail.”

It’s more of a “community policing” approach to homelessness, said Baiocchi.

Sacramento Steps forward is also involved in the Smart Police Initiative. They provide Navigators, workers who connect homeless people to the services they need.

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Effie Yeaw’s largest family event of the year, NatureFest, promoted science and nature education on Sunday, Oct. 8 at the nature center. This family-friendly event included live animal shows, kids activities, demonstrations, guided nature hikes, and food.

Live animal presentations were held on the main stage and close up visits were available with the Nature Center’s own ambassador animals at Critter Corner. The event also included demonstrations, exhibits, activities for kids and families, and guided hikes through the nature preserve. From frogs to fly-fishing, and from bats to native basket-weaving, this event had something of interest for everyone.

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Music that Drives like a New York Taxi American River College Orchestra and Director, Dr. Steven Thompson, Present George Gershwin’s Concerto in F with Guest Soloist, Dr. Kristie Janczyk Bustling streets, honking horns, and ripping nightlife inspired George Gershwin’s Concerto in F. The American River College Orchestra welcomes internationally renowned pianist, Dr. Kristie Janczyk to tackle the spirited work on October 27th and 28th at 7:30 pm at the ARC Theater. The orchestra will also perform Gershwin’s “Cuban Overture” and Arturo Marquez’ Danzon No. 2. Together, these three up-tempo pieces make for a hopping program.

Known for passionate performances full of color, Janczyk is sought after around the world as a soloist, chamber musician and accompanist. Playing since she was three-years old, Janczyk has performed for Prince Edward of England, as well as for the President of Latvia. She is currently on faculty at Napa Valley College, is co-founder and pianist of the duo, Steel & Ivory based in Napa, California.

Janczyk knows that this will be a musical experience that audiences will love and remember.

“With this concerto, the musical ideas from both the solo piano and the orchestra intertwine to create music that is easily identifiable as Gershwin, music that makes people want to get up and dance,” she said.

Gershwin’s inspiration for the piece helps explain its upbeat vibe.

“During this music period, you start to see the idea of combining classical musical elements with jazz/ragtime concepts,” said Janczyk. “You can hear and picture the bustling streets of New York filled with taxis honking their horns, bright lights of Time Square, and fast-paced people.”

The other two pieces are equally fast-paced and orchestra members are looking forward to the challenge.

“I went home after the first rehearsal and put Danzon 2 on repeat,” said violinist, Mackaela Pedersen. “They are all really fun pieces to play.”

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(L) Jason Titus, Shoana Hunt, Chris Jensen

Chautauqua Playhouse presents “Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein” Chautauqua Playhouse will present the thriller “Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein” by Jerry R. Montoya, beginning on Friday, Oct. 20 at the Playhouse. The show will run on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. through Nov. 19, with an additional matinee on Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. The performances will be held at the Chautauqua Playhouse, 5325 Engle Road in the La Sierra Community Center in Carmichael.

Admission is $21 general, $19 seniors/students and SARTA members. Premium seating is an additional dollar.

A stormy evening. June, 1816.The Villa Diodati, Lake Geneva, Switzerland. Gathered are, Mary Godwin (soon to be Shelley), her sister, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Dr. John Polidori and Lord Byron. There’s a contest among friends to see who can tell the greatest ghost story. Experience the creation of literature’s most memorable monster. Local playwright Jerry Montoya brings his unique take on the age old story to the Chautauqua stage.

The direction is by John Walck, set and light design by Andrew Fiffick, with costume design by Gladys Lopez. The cast includes Ariel Elliot, Shoana Hunt, Jason Kaye, Jason Titus and Chris Jensen.

The pieces are challenging, but the orchestra has professional musicians playing right alongside amateurs. That diversity makes the orchestra unique.

“I like that there are musicians of all ages and experiences,” said Mary Gorodetskiy, violinist. “It’s very inspiring to see people doing what they love and being able to participate in an orchestra regardless of skill level. I enjoy being part of a community that loves music just as much as I do.”

For more information on the American River College Orchestra and the October concerts, contact Dr. Steven Thompson at (916) 484-8433 or visit the ARCO website. Gener- Information and tickets are available through the Chautauqua al information can also be found at the ARCO Playhouse website:cplayhouse.org or call the box office at 489Facebook page.

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‘Butterflies’ uses computer magic to tell tale of oppression In 1960, Dominican Republic dictator Rafael Trujillo ordered the assassination of three adult sisters for their opposition to his regime. The horrific act sparked a worldwide movement to eliminate violence against women and made the sisters a global symbol of social justice.

Patria, Minerva, and Maria Teresa Mirabal were killed on Nov. 25, 1960. The fourth sister, Dede, was not involved and continued their legacy.

Sacramento State’s production of Caridad Svich’s In the Time of the Butterflies tells the story of the Mirabal sisters through the lens of magical realism and the use of new media art. It is based on the novel by Julia Alvarez. Directed by Professor Roberto Pomo, the play is part of Sac State’s Arts Experience and will be presented in Playwrights’ Theatre at 8 p.m.

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Magical realism pushes the story past a naturalistic interpretation. “The past and the present fade into one as we look into the future of these characters,” Pomo says.

To help emphasize that atmosphere of dreams, memories and foreboding, Pomo turned to New Media Art Professor Rachel Clarke, who collaborated with five students in the Studio Art major to create animations employing both magic realism and surrealist elements.

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nate the minds of the characters. The animated videos use a combination of computer-generated (CG) and hand-drawn techniques. The animations are projection-mapped onto three walls of the theater, immersing the audience in the experience.

“The playwright provides vivid descriptions for each scene, which we interpreted to formulate ideas for the overall look of the imagery, then the look of each individual scene,” Clarke says.

“Without the animation and the digital imagery created by Professor Clarke, we wouldn’t be able to do this play,” Pomo says. “It enhances all of the elements of magical realism.”

Tickets for the 6:30 p.m. performances are $15 general admission, $12 students and seniors, and $10 for children. All other performances are $18 general, $15 students and seniors, and $12 children.

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Aerospace Museum to debut interactive ‘Take Flight’ exhibit on Oct. 17 “Rocket Talk” presentations by a NASA Solar System Ambassador to be held on Oct. 21 The Aerospace Museum of California is proud to present an interactive new exhibit titled Take Flight that will be available for guests to explore and enjoy from October 17, 2017 through January 9, 2018.

With a variety of dynamic elements and multiple activity stations, guests of all ages will begin to understand the fundamentals needed to achieve flight. The new Take Flight exhibit will occupy approximately 2,000-square feet of space on the ground floor inside the impressive Museum.

The new exhibit will help Museum guests learn about the evolution and history of flight before they begin their own exciting journey of discovery with a series of building activities that help them create different forms of flying machines. The exhibit is designed to help visitors explore and understand how the physical characteristics of lift, thrust, drag, rotation and gravity are important to achieve flight. Guests of all ages will especially enjoy the activity stations such as Make

it Fly--Planes, Make It Fly-Rockets and Make It Fly— Copters. Museum guests will have a chance to test out and fine-tune their designs with the help of elements such as the Wing Zinger, Rocket Launcher and Wind Tube.

As an added element on Saturday, Oct. 21 only, Museum guests will have the opportunity to see a special“Rocket Talk” presentation by NASA Solar System Ambassador Jayce Pearson as he discusses the fascinating world of rocketry. Ambassador Pearson will lead three presentations at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on that one day only that will each include a lively discussion of the history of rocketry, how rocketry works, and what is happening in rocketry now. Between presentations, Ambassador Pearson will be available to answer questions about rocketry, space exploration and the solar system.

The Take Flight exhibit and special activities are included with Museum admission: $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and teachers (with ID), $8 for children and youth (ages 6-17),

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and is free for children ages 5 and younger along with active duty military (with ID) and Museum members. The Aerospace Museum is open to the public Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and school or special groups of 20 or more are encouraged to book tours in advance with the reduced admission pricing of $7 per person.

As a companion experience to the Take Flight exhibit, the Museum is also home to a popular and fun Flight Zone flight simulator that is a stateof-the-art STEM learning laboratory featuring 10 digital flight stations (note there

is an added fee for the Flight Zone flight simulator: $5 for a 20-minute session, available for purchase in the gift shop).

Flight Zone is open to the public Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information about the Take Flight exhibit, the “Rocket Talk” presentations on Oct. 21, the Flight Zone flight simulator or the Aerospace Museum of California in general, please call 916-643-3192 or visit www.aerospaceca.org.

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4th Annual Senior Pride Information & Resource Fair set for Oct. 24 The Wisdom Project = LGBT Elders is holding its 4th Annual Senior Pride Information & Resource Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 24, from 2 to 5 p.m. inside the redwood room at the Hart Senior Center, located at 915 27th St. At the event you can enter a chance to win the grand prize, two tickets to Beach Blanket Babylon’s Holiday Performance in San Francisco (includes performance tickets, transportation, lunch, snacks). Plenty of free 2 hour on-street parking is available, wheelchair accessible.

Wisdom Project=LGBT Elders and E. M. Hart Senior Center annually partner to host an afternoon for LGBT & Ally Seniors, where you can learn more about the community resources available to older adults. Co-Sponsoring the 2017 Senior Pride Information & Resource Fair are SMUD, Sports Leisure Travel and University Retirement Community – Davis.

Be ready to take the stage for this next chapter in life! There will be 30 service providers tabling, many offering free and low cost options. You’ll have the opportunity to hear local leaders: City Coucil Member Steve Hansen at 2 p.m., State Senator Scott Wiener at 3 p.m., and Placer County Stonewall Democrat Founder Jacalyn Smith at 4 p.m. Light refreshments will be served … The grand prize drawing will at 4:30 p.m. and you must be present to win! The Beach Blanket Babylon Holiday Performance will be held at Club Fugazi on Sunday, Dec. 10.

The Wisdom Project = LGBT Elders provides on-going programs throughout the year, that keep our aging community members well informed and prepared for our aging-stage! The annual fair brings together under one roof, a chance to talk directly to safe, welcoming professional service providers who offer supportive aging resources. All vendors have been vetted for LGBT competency and non-discriminatory practices.

Maintaining our independence and self-sufficiency, being connected to like-minded community, and knowing that service providers will respect and preserve our dignity, are among the highest ranking priorities to a LGBT person as they age.

Speakers this year are well acquainted with elder LGBT community needs … State Senator Scott Wiener has been a leader in San Francisco’s LGBT community, championing numerous human rights bills and policies. City Councilman Steve Hansen is a leading voice for equality and protection rights in the Sacramento area and we are delighted that Steve will give opening remarks to kick-off the October 24th Senior Pride Information & Resource Fair. Rounding out our line-up of speakers is Jacalyn Smith Founder of Placer County Stonewall Democrats.

While this event is specific to the LGBT senior community, this is an inclusive event where ALL senior and aging people in the Greater Sacramento area are encouraged to attend. If you have questions or would like more details please call Cathy Perry, 218-760-2415.

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Bland. The Sheriff ’s Department is “really partnering with other organizations” to help the homeless.

A “service-oriented approach” takes “a lot of trust” between the homeless and police. There was an “us versus them mentality,” said Bland.

Getting to know the homeless people they encounter is just one of the ways Bland and his deputies are trying to help.

“Now they wave with all five fingers instead of just one,” Bland said.

team deputies to help cultivate a “service-oriented approach” to policing. It’s like a “buddy system”, said Frank Ainslie, Consumer Resource Specialist at SSF. Bland said that in the past, police and navigators interacted with homeless people separately. Now they ride together.

Navigators are essential in helping police become familiar with the services homeless people need. They also help police learn how to acquire these services.

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What’s FRIDAY, OCT. 13 MISSION OAKS COMMUNITY CENTER 35TH ANNIVERSARY Concert/ Dance will be held from 1:15 to 3:30 p.m. at the Mission Oaks Community Center (4701 Gibbons Dr, Carmichael).

ATLAS OF CARMICHAEL NOURISH AND FLOURISH FUNDRAISER DINNER: Dinner will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Patriot Event Center at Milagro (6241 Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael).

SATURDAY, OCT. 14 SIERRA OAKS HARVEST FESTIVAL: Family and friends of all ages are invited to kick off the Fall Season and enjoy delicious food and treats, fun games, crafts, and awesome entertainment for all ages! Admission is free, but you will need tickets for games, crafts and other fun activities. Each ticket (which contains 10 punches) is $5. Purchase four tickets prior to the event, and get a fifth ticket free! Tickets go on sale Monday, October 3rd in the school office. Satur-

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day, October 14 from noon to 5 p.m. Sierra Oaks K-8, 171 Mills Road, Sacramento, California 95864.

HARVEST FAIRE TIME AT THE SACRAMENTO WALDORF SCHOOL: Come enjoy this family fun event on Saturday, October 14, 2017 at the Sacramento Waldorf School in Fair Oaks, California. The Harvest Faire opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 4 p.m. For over 45 years, SWS has put on a Harvest Faire with a tradition of community engaging activities for all ages. Try your hand at candle dipping or shop The Country Store for handcrafted jams, home goods, and toys.

Musical performances will run throughout the day with treats available from Cafe Waldorf. If you work up an appetite from zip lining, gourd painting, or from shopping at the many craft vendors, there are plenty of satisfying options. Entrance is free. Activity tickets may be purchased at the Faire entrance.

Sacramento Waldorf School, 3750 Bannister Road, Fair Oaks.

ALL- SCHOOL SALE (YARD SALE): Victory Christian High School Gym (3045 Garfield Ave,Carmichael) from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

CRAFT & VENDOR FAIR: Variety of good for sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Carmichael Elks Lodge (5631 Cypress Ave, Carmichael).

KOOBS NATURE AREA OPEN: Come for nature fun from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at La Sierra Community Center (5325 Engle Rd, Carmichael).

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Park Farmers Market, 5750 Grant Ave, Carmichael. Doggie costume contest, pumpkin painting, over 100 vendors, live music, food trucks/stands, handmade crafts/décor/artisan goods.

ILoveMyFarmersMarket.com GOING BATTY: Nature event starts at 1:30 p.m. at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center (2850 San Lorenzo Way, Carmichael).

HOWL-OWEEN PAWTY THE CRAIG DIEZ TEAM FUNDRAISER FOR SPCA: Event happens from noon to 4 p.m. at Ancil Hoffman Park Game Field (6700 Tarshes Dr, Carmichael).

“GET ON YOUR FEET” FREE COMMUNITY DANCE: Dance happens from 2 to 5 p.m. at La Sierra Community Center (5325 Engle Rd, Carmichael).

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TUESDAY, OCT. 17 JOHN GREEN PARTY FOR TEENS – Celebrate the release of John Green’s latest teen novel, Turtles All The Way Down, and get a chance to win a signed copy of the book! Tuesday October 17, 4 p.m. at Arcade Library, 2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 18 SAC STATE CONCERT BAND PERFORMANCE The concert starts at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 18, in the Capistrano Concert Hall on campus, 6000 J St. Tickets are $10 general, $7 seniors, and $5 students, available at www.csus.edu/hornettickets or (916) 278-4323. Contact: (916) 278-5155.

FRIDAY, OCT. 20

GIFTS OF THE EARTH: Nature event starts at 10:30 a.m. at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center (2850 San Lorenzo Way, Carmichael).

ART STUDIO FOR TEENS – Make a work of art using different techniques! All materials provided. This month: duct tape crafts and FrankenToys. Friday October 6 and 20, 4 p.m. at Arcade Library, 2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento.

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SATURDAY, OCT. 21

FALLING LEAF CRAFT FESTIVAL HOSTED BY LIVING SMART FARMER’S MARKET: Sunday, October 15th, 9 am to 2 pm, Carmichael

questions. The community will also have an opportunity to share any major issues or concerns being faced. Saturday October 21, 9 a.m. at Arcade Library, 2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento.

IMMIGRATION SESSION – Llearn more about the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services department!

Community members will learn more about USCIS and ask general immigration

AMAZING SALMON: Nature event starts at 1:30 p.m. at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center (2850 San Lorenzo Way, Carmichael).

TUESDAY, OCT. 24 SUPERVISOR SUSAN PETERS’ COMMUNITY MEETING: Meeting from 6 to 7 p.m. at Mission Oaks Community Center (4701 Gibbons Dr, Carmichael)

SATURDAY, NOV. 11 CARMICHAEL MEDICARE HEALTH FAIR: A free clinic coming to Carmichael will help people with Medicare save money on their drug costs, understand their medications and get health screenings, as student pharmacists from the University of the Pacific School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences will help them save money on their prescription drug costs, better understand their medications, and receive a variety of health care screenings/services. Now in its 11th year, Pacific’s Mobile Medicare Clinics have served 5,555 Medicare beneficiaries, saving them an estimated $5.7 million, or an average of $1,030 per beneficiary per year, on their out-of-pocket Part D drug costs since the program began.

Pacific’s clinics will be offered during the annual Medicare Open Enrollment period (Oct. 15- Dec. 7). In total, 14 clinics in nine different cities will be offered this year including one in Carmichael!

At the event, trained pharmacy students will assist beneficiaries with Part D plan review and enrollment, determine if they qualify for additional government assistance to help lower their drug costs, and explore other cost-savings opportunities.

Attendees will also be provided with a comprehensive review of all of their medications to make sure they are safe to take together. Other services that will be offered include the flu vaccine, diabetes screening and blood pressure testing, cholesterol and bone-density testing, a variety of mental health screenings and much more. All of these health care screenings/ services are available at NO COST to attendees. Appointments are highly recommended for those wanting help with their Medicare Part D plan and/or a medication review. IMPORTANT: Beneficiaries attending the clinic should bring their “red, white, and blue Medicare card” as well as all of their medications. The event will be coming to Carmichael on Saturday, Nov. 11 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Christ Community Church, 5025 Manzanita Ave. Call for an appointment (916) 375-3763

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 15 CAMELLIA CHAPTER, EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD OF AMERICA MEETING: You are welcome to join the Camellia Chapter, Embroiderers’ Guild of America at their monthly meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m. at the Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard, Sacramento.

Guests welcome. Free. 916-223-2751.

ONGOING FAMILIES LEARN ENGLISH – ESL students and their children are welcome at this weekly program. Designed for beginning learners. Tuesdays from 9 a.m. 11 a.m. at Arcade Library, 2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento.

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CAMP POLLOCK VOLUNTEER DAY: From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays help improve Camp Pollock! Join the Sacramento Valley Nature Conservancy at the 11acre, former Boy Scout Camp, located on the American River in the American River Parkway. Every Saturday volunteers team up with SVC staff to accomplish tasks including: painting, planting, weed eradication, construction, fence building, outreach, native plant garden maintenance and more. Volunteer days are held every Saturday from 9am-1pm at Camp Pollock. Please wear sturdy, closed toe shoes, hat, dress in layers and bring a water bottle, snack and liability form. All youth must be accompanied by their guardian. Please register below, so we can plan our volunteer projects accordingly. Volunteers will be notified by email if the event is canceled. Rainy conditions will also cancel Service Project.

Important Documents: Directions to Camp Pollock Liability form - please print and bring (http://www.sacramentovalleyconservancy. org/admin/upload/Adult%20Release%20 of%20Liability.pdf ) Additional information about SVC’s events, outings and volunteer opportunities.

If you would like to coordinate a group service day or have questions, please contact us at camppollock@sacramentovalleyconservancy.org FARMERS MARKET: Carmichael Recreation and Park District hosts a weekly farmers market where you can buy farm fresh goods to take to your table. The market is operated by, Living Smart Foundation, a local nonprofit training organization specializing in financial and business education for youth in our community. Each week the market features certified Farmers locally grown seasonal fruits and vegetables, specialty gourmet foods, spices, sauces, nuts, dried fruits and honey. Local entertainment is provided for your enjoyment! 9 a.m to 2 p.m. at 5330 Gibbons Drive.

SACRAMENTO CAPITOLAIRES BARBERSHOP CHAPTER meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in Christ Community Church, 5025 Manzanita Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608. Men who like to sing are always welcome; www.capitolaires.org; 888-8779806. The group is members of the Barbershop Harmony Society.

AFTER SCHOOL RETRO GAMING – Retro video games after school. Hang out, make friends, and have fun. Recommended for 3rd through 6th grade. Crafts will be available for younger children. 2 p.m., every Thursday at the Arcade Library, 2443 Marconi Ave., Sacramento.

READ TO A DOG – Specially trained therapy dogs are waiting for children to come read to them. This program is for school age children that can read. We supply the books or you may bring your own book to read to the dogs. The books should be able to be read in 5 - 10 minutes. After 10 sessions, the reader is awarded a free book.

Every Tuesday from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Carmichael Library, 5605 Marconi Avenue, Carmichael.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME – Join Ms. Kathy for storytime! We will share books, songs, make a simple craft and have loads of fun! All children must be accompanied by an adult. Every Thursday from 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at Carmichael Library, 5605 Marconi Avenue, Carmichael.

TODDLER STORYTIME – Come and hear stories and sing songs with Ms. Kathy!

All children must be accompanied by an adult. Every Thursday from 11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at Carmichael Library, 5605 Marconi Avenue, Carmichael.

KNITWITS – Do you knit? Crochet? Do needlework? Want to learn? Are you an expert in knitting or crocheting who can help others? Bring a project to work on and a snack to share as we learn together! This adult program is every Friday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Carmichael Library, 5605 Marconi Avenue, Carmichael.

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Professor Doug Bonetti (left) displaying a Civil War officer’s sword with Carmichael Rotary President Dick Bauer (next right) and members Troy Drennon and Tim Marques with period rifles. A tough looking bunch of dudes!

Passion of the Civil War shared with Carmichael Rotary club Professor Doug Bonetti has a passion for the history of the Civil War and the Carmichael Rotary club was fortunate to have Doug to share that passion with the group. Doug gave a wonderful slide show all about the Civil war interspersed with little known and interesting trivia.......

Too much detail for this bulletin but did you know that during the Civil War, we had the first national income tax (both sides)the first machine stitched shoes, the first woman surgeon in U.S. military history, Mary Edwards Walker, and the first time that a submarine sunk a ship.

On Feb. 17, 1864, the Hunley sank the Housatonic? Also Doug mentioned that two out of three fatalities were caused by disease; over 100,000 died mostly of dysentery and diarrhea due to the unsanitary conditions.

Doug is a retired professor who gives a course for the Renaissance Society, a wonderful place to continue to learn in your old age at Sac State.

Bauer proudly mentioned to Professor Bonetti that, in honor of his lecture, a book will be dedicated to the Carmichael library.

Courtesy of The Nugget, the Carmichael Rotary newsletter.

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