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munity to attend! (RSVP at pride.pocketgreenhaven. org). In this issue we’re proud to announce the neighbors and community groups that our local elected officials will be recognizing! Sen. Richard Pan has selected the Pocket Green-
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haven Moms Group. The Pocket Greenhaven Moms Group provides a place for asking questions, sharing information and building relationships. Members communicate about anything and everything; the best local preschools and pediatricians; upcoming community events; housing options and job opportunities; parenting tips; sharing used clothing and baby items. Parents get together for playdates, workouts, book clubs and social events to create positive family and community interactions that have a profound effect on the way children grow and develop. Over the last year the group has been offering free monthly playgroups funded by a First 5 grant. Each playgroup is led and attended by local parents and features a different fun theme like science, see POCKET page 3 Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.
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art, music, theater, health, or friendship with stories, crafts and healthy snacks along with a book for each family to take home and enjoy. The group “has not only helped many mothers and families in the Pocket, but has also created a model for others to follow. These kind of efforts have a huge impact people’s quality of life.� Asm. Jim Cooper has selected the Pocket-Greenhaven Friends of the Library in recognition of their community service. They host the annual Dr. Seuss Story Hour where they give each child attending, a free Dr. Seuss book. Other major events are Summer Reading Kick off with games and prizes while you sign up for Summer Reading and then the annual Library Birthday Party, celebrated the last Saturday in August with special programs and guests. All year-long they pay for additional adult, teen, and children’s programing, the Lucky Day Collection - current best sellers, renew all of the library’s magazine subscriptions, pay for a workshop for high school seniors to write their applications and find scholarships, pay for two Robotics Workshops for the community to help elementary students get involved early. They do an annual blood drive with the high school next door in Oct., they staff volunteers on Election Day, and the library is a vote center, they have Book Sales, run a Book Store daily inside the lobby, and donate Little Free Libraries to schools or organizations that do not have a library close by. They donate books all year Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.
long to SPD for the patrol officers to give out. Sup. Patrick Kennedy has selected ACC Senior Services. “ACC Senior Services enhances the quality of life of many area seniors by identifying, developing and providing culturally sensitive health and social services for older adults. The services provided by ACC have positively impacted the community through dedicated volunteers and innovative services. While perhaps best known for the county-funded Meals on Wheels program for seniors, ACC also provides travel assistance for seniors, a Senior Companionship program, a Senior Job Training Program, and a number of great housing and caregiver options for seniors in Sacramento. This award is also in recognition of ACC’s latest investment in the Pocket-Greenhaven Community: Maple Tree Village. Scheduled for completion in late 2019, ACC Maple Tree Village will provide residents with the family culture that is the hallmark of ACC. They’ll also experience a brand new fa-
cility that embodies the latest in universal design for residential living. We want to show our appreciation and give due credit to ACC for their amazing contributions.� CM Rick Jennings has selected Principal Judy Farina, Matsuyama Elementary in recognition of “her steadfast work and the difference she is making with our youth.� Principal Farina has led Matsuyama for 7 years and has been a Pocket-Greenhaven stalwart, previously serving as Principal at Caroline Wenzel and Bear Flag and Assistant Principal & Language/ Social Studies teacher at MLK! Under her leadership, Matsuyama has consistently been recognized as a top performing school and is a sought after destination for students around our community. Please join the Pocket Greenhaven Community Association in recognizing these outstanding neighbors! Learn more about the event, get your free tickets and sign up to compete in the bake-off at pride.pocketgreenhaven.org!
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Outcome still unknown from one-day teacher strike
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This is a selection of photos from the one-day April 11 teachers strike organized by the Sacramento City Teachers Association. The strike was district wide and these photos were taken at John F. Kennedy High School.
By Monica Stark
Teachers Association representative at John F. Kennedy The one-day strike of 3,000 High School, said he was told Sacramento teachers on by personal there on campus Thursday, April 11 starkly af- that they had fewer than 400 fected attendance at various kids there that day. They have schools. 12 rooms that they are using, Damian Harmony, lab not even stuffed to full capacteacher and Sacramento City ity at 30 to 1. That works out
to 360 or less during today’s strike. “I am proud to report that 28 out of 28 teachers did not cross the picket line, with every teacher who was able to demonstrating in front of our school with supportive students and parents,” Harmony said.
Teachers say the strike forced an effort to convince the Sacramento City Unified School District to keep its promises to students by honoring a contract that was mutually agreed to in December, 2017. Teachers say the district is back-tracking on the
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contract that would reduce class sizes and improve services to students. Because the contract has been agreed to and ratified by both parties, this will be an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) strike. “This strike is to ensure that SCUSD management keeps its promises to our students,” said David Fisher. “SCUSD administrators simply need to honor the contract and obey the law.” Teachers began picketing at 7 a.m. or 30 minutes prior to the start of schools before heading to a noontime “Kids First Rally” at the district office, 5735 47th Ave., where they were joined by the following speakers: National Education Association Secretary Treasurer Princess Moss, CTA President Eric Heins, California Teachers Association President Elect Toby see STRIKE page 7 Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.
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sponded to the area due to a POD hit on a stolen vehicle. A patrol officer located the vehicle which resulted in a short foot pursuit. The male adult suspect was caught and arrested for auto theft.
cers responded to the area regarding a shooting. Responding officers located a female who sustained at least one gunshot wound. The female was transportThe news items below are col- Tuesday, April 2 the driver’s seat. The suspect ed to a local area hospital lected from police dispatchers’ (Firearm Arrest ): Amherst was arrested for weapon relatfor non-life-threatening notes and arrest reports. The in- St / Reenel Way at 11:26 p.m.: ed charges. injuries. Officers conformation in them has often not Officers conducted a traffic stop Sunday, April 7 ducted a thorough canvas been verified beyond the initial re- in the area. During a search of Friday, April 5 (Shooting Investigation and completed follow-up. ports. All suspects are presumed the vehicle, the officers located Riverside Boulevard at ): 1300 block of Florin This investigation remains innocent until proven guilty. a loaded firearm directly under 5:49 p.m.: Officers re- Road at 9:04 p.m.: Offi- active.
Drag Queen Bingo to Surpass $250K Raised for Local Non-Profits Monthly Bingo Fundraiser Will Hit Milestone on Big Day Of Giving 2019 On Thursday, May 2, Drag Queen Bingo, the monthly charity fundraising event produced by the Sacramento Rainbow Chamber of Commerce, will reach the milestone of $250,000 raised for local nonprofit organizations on Thursday, May 2. Marking the mile-
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stone will be a reunion of drag personalities Rusty Nails and Felicity Diamond, who put the “drag” in Drag Queen Bingo when it launched in 2009, and current Mistress of Ceremonies DoMe Moore, aka Chamber board member Paul Crouch. A half-time show also will feature several Chamber board members and local business leaders performing as Drag Queens and Kings. Proceeds from the event, part of the Rainbow Chamber Foundation’s 2009 Big Day Of Giving campaign, will support the Foundation’s scholarship
program for LGBTQ and allied students and provide funding for local organizations that provide LGBTQA youth services. Drag Queen Bingo supports a different 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization each month, and local organizations that have benefited include Sacramento LGBT Community Center, Davis Pride, WEAVE, Sacramento Gay Men’s Chorus, West Sacramento Historical Society, Sac State Pride Center, PFLAG, Gender Health Center, River City Food Bank, Front Street Animal Shelter and many more.
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Cost to play Bingo is $20, which gets you everything you need for eight Bingo games, including Bingo cards, daubers and a cheat sheet for rowdy callbacks, such as G-54: “Ooh ooh, the Disco G!” and B-11: “Legs to Heaven.” Admission to the game goes on sale at 6:30 p.m. at the venue; cash only, please. For this one-night special event only, guests can take advantage of a $50 VIP package, which includes everything you need for eight games of Bingo, reserved seating, and a souvenir Drag Queen Bingo Tshirt. To purchase VIP tickets online in advance of the event, visit https://business.rainbowchamber.com/events/calendar/. For those who do not purchase VIP tickets, organizers recommend arriving early, as the event is expected to sell out. Sacramento’s iteration of Drag Queen Bingo was launched in August 2009 by Fred Palmer, publisher and CEO of Outword Media Marketing Events and Outword staffers Ron Tackitt and Charlie Peer, with original Mistresses of Ceremonies Rusty Nails and Felicity Diamond, joined more recently by DoMe Moore. Nails and Diamond retired from emceeing the event in 2016, and Moore continues as the regular event emcee. The three will reunite for this special one-night event on May 2.
In August 2015, after Drag Queen Bingo had raised more than $100,000 for local organizations, Palmer passed the torch to the board of the Sacramento Rainbow Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber has continued producing the monthly event, coordinated by Chamber members Paul Villaluz Weubbe, R. Paul Villaluz Weubbe and Richard Hernandez with assistance from Chamber volunteers. Held the first Thursday of each month, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Mango’s, 1930 K Street in Sacramento, Drag Queen Bingo features prizes for every Bingo, including theater tickets and souvenir packages donated by Broadway Sacramento. In addition to game proceeds, beneficiary organizations are invited to promote their services and fundraise during the event intermission. For more information about Drag Queen Bingo or becoming a beneficiary, contact info@rainbowchamber. com. The Sacramento Rainbow Chamber of Commerce is a regional chamber serving LGBT business owners and professionals across the Sacramento Valley, as well as straight allies who support its mission of fostering a prosperous, diverse and inclusive business community. For more information about the organization, visit RainbowChamber.com. Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.
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Boyd, UTLA Vice President Cecily Myart-Crus, Oakland Education Vice-President Ismael Armendariz; Fabrizio Sasso, Executive Director, Sacramento Central Labor Council; Diana McClure of the California Nurses Association, Nick Mehta of the California Faculty Association and California Federation of Teachers President Jeff Freitas. Meanwhile, district administrators and board members said they spent the day visiting school sites meeting with and listening to students, educators, staff and families. SCUSD Chief Communications Officer Alex Barrios said in a written statement: “The message we heard from our community was clear—they do not want to be caught in the middle of a fight between leaders of the SCTA and District. While our community understands we have a $35 million budget deficit and are at risk of state takeover, they want all of us working on solutions to this problem, not on fighting with each other. We will be honoring Board President Jessie Ryan’s call for a ‘cease fire’ agreement between the District and SCTA.” Barrios said that while the district had originally planned to file an unfair labor practice charge against SCTA challenging the legality of the strike, they have chosen not to file that charge. “Instead, we will focus on working together with a coalition of labor, business, community, and elected officials to avoid a state takeover and address our budget challenges.” George Young, a retired Crocker-Riverside Elementary School teacher contributed to this report. Monica Stark is a parent of an SCUSD student and advocate for the teachers. Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.
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Auto museum hires new executive director thought it was the most amazing thing. I recall it was dark green, with black fenders, and of a design I think that was just certainly more interesting than some of these cars to me. That just cemented my interest (in automobiles) going forward.” Following his graduation from high school in New York, Steigerwald continued his schooling at the State University of New York at Oswego, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in English in 1992. Continuing his schooling, he earned a master’s degree in library and information sciences at Syracuse University in 2000. Steigerwald noted that he earned his latter degree to obPhotos courtesy of California Automobile Museum tain a specific automobile reA 1935 Chrysler Airflow is shown on display at the museum. lated job. “I wanted to pursue a liBy LANCE ARMSTRONG took on the same position at biles during his youth through brary degree with the express The California Automobile the Sacramento History Mu- his grandfather’s 1939 Dodge purpose of working in an auMuseum has a new executive seum in Old Sacramento. pickup. tomotive archive,” he said. “At director: Mark Steigerwald. Steigerwald’s first day on the “He used that (truck) for the time, I only had the HenSteigerwald, 50, replaced job was March 18. furniture deliveries in the ry Ford Museum (of AmeriDelta Pick Mello, who after A native of New York, 1970s,” he said. “Even then it can Innovation in Dearborn, about three years as the auto Steigerwald gained an early was an old car. I was proba- Mich.) in mind.” museum’s executive director appreciation for old automo- bly 4 or 5 years old, and I just Pondering that goal, Steigerwald called it a “very focused, perhaps narrow approach.” After graduating from Syracuse, Steigerwald remained in upstate New York and began an internship with the In-
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ternational Motor Racing Research Center. While attending a race, he heard about the upcoming opening of a new racing archive facility that was associated with the public library. Steigerwald eventually spent nine years working at that institution, first as a librarian and later as the director. Part of the facility included an atrium, with vintage car displays, which generally focused on road racing. Prior to his hiring at the auto museum, Steigerwald worked a fundraiser for the College of Engineering at Cornell University. “I was in the development side, engaging alumni and stewarding their giving to the college, specifically,” he recalled. “However, the engineering aspect was a component, so there was some subject interest there. Cornell and their student teams often were a contender in the Formula SAE, so its students were essentially building a car from scratch to compete for the university. ”What working at Cornell allowed me to do was to pursue the aspect of fundraising. Museums, in general, are not-for-profit, so you have to find the funding lines, and I see AUTO page 9
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thought applying those skills that I had been immersed in for 17 years in a museum setting would be a dream job. That’s what led me to the (auto museum).” With his years of experience as an avid automobile enthusiast, Steigerwald began his time with the museum with a considerable knowledge about cars of different eras. Steigerwald noted that he is fascinated by the culture of automobiles. “For me, personally, I became more interested in the automobile in culture, with the idea that the automobile is a significant invention of largely the 20th century,” he said. “It’s something that almost everyone relies on. So, it’s both a scholarly look at an interest, but it’s also a hobby.” Steigerwald acknowledged the benefit of working in a field that is also his hobby. “Being able to integrate one’s hobby into a profession is perhaps the ultimate goal, if it’s achievable,” he said. Among the other elements of automobiles that intrigue him are the various designs of automobiles throughout the decades. “There are several different golden eras of design,” he said. Steigerwald mentioned that the first golden era of design began with streamline automobiles in the 1930s. “There are varying opinions about when that (era) was established,” he said. “I believe it was the 1932 Graham Blue Streak that was credited to sort of leaning back the grill – although there were other examples – in that sort of windswept look. “The design was pervasive in the 1930s (and) pulled the automobile from sort of the carriage traditions of design. The automobile kind of came into its own.” Other golden eras of the automobile were the 1940s, Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.
1950s and 1960s, Steigerwald noted. He added that eye-catching designs have also made their way into race cars, with aerodynamic designs. Steigerwald noted that he is well aware that California has its own car culture. “California is certainly unique in terms of car culture,” he said. “Being an East Coaster, like a lot of car guys, you sort of dream about what California might be like in terms of hot rods or drag racing or whatever you’re into. “But car culture is just entirely unique here. It certainly helped to build the state in terms of infrastructure. Someone might curse being stuck on (Interstate) 405 in LA, for example, but there is just no denying the impact that the cars had on the state. “As we look forward in terms of exhibits and the collection and admission, we want to be able to encompass all of that as ‘the’ California Automobile Museum.” Steigerwald said that part of his excitement in working at the museum has been getting to know Dick Ryder, who founded this Front Street facility in 1987. “I was thrilled to meet Dick, and I certainly knew him by reputation beforehand, and we’ve certainly had a couple of conversations,” he said. “He is an admirable (automobile) enthusiast.” Although Steigerwald visited Sacramento’s auto museum for the first time last January, he noted that he has been aware of its existence since its earliest years as the Towe Ford Museum of California. Steigerwald, who has visited from 40 to 50 automobile museums in the United States, recalled his first impression of seeing Sacramento’s museum. “I was actually dumfounded,” he said. “The fact that the museum had grown, certainly beyond an all-Ford collection (was impressive). I think the building has a ton of charac-
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Steigerwald stands inside the California Automobile Museum, at 2200 Front St., on April 3. He recently became the museum’s new executive director.
ter, and a brand new roof. Between the permanent collection, the cars on loan and the rotating exhibits, I thought it was really entirely unique.” He added that the museum also has a great staff and a lot of potential. “The more I found out about what was going on here, the more intrigued and interested I became,” he said.
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Faces and Places: Jazzercisers enjoy new digs at the Promenade
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After 18 years at the South Hills Shopping Center, Jazzercise moved on over to the Promenade in the Pocket earlier this year. Chosen for its “great location” after losing their previous lease, this space became available at literally the “last moment and
we were thrilled,” said Jazzercise coowner Aileen Van Noland. “While it was a wonderful home for so many years, our South Land Park Jazzercise Center was getting run down and the space had become too large to manage,” Aileen said. “This is a perfect size, and in Jazzercise’s 50th anniversary year, they wanted an up-
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Homeless Young Man with Autism Is Hopeful That His Life Will Soon Change By Jan Dalske
I met Jamison at the local library when he asked me for ride to a local restaurant to get something to eat. The local Indian restaurant offers him a free meal at dinner time if he goes there and picks it up. We talked for a few hours, and, during that time, I discovered that he was homeless, and had been diagnosed with Autism. How he ended up homeless is a long story that did not end well for him. He had been living with his “Auntie” and the home that she was renting was sold. The family was evict-
ed and they had struggled to find another place to rent that they could afford. The amount that the landlords wanted was more than they could pay on their combined limited incomes. Jamison stayed at a few local homeless shelters and then he alternated staying with other relatives. Nothing was ever permanent. Since he only has a limited income source, from SSI, because of his Autism, he does not have enough money to pay for the cost of a room. All of his belongings are in a local storage unit. Every day, as he walks the
streets of Sacramento, he has one wheeled suitcase, which contains his sleeping attire and some clothes, and, a large plastic bag that contains his rain boots. When he goes to the library to use the computers, he sometimes uses Craigslist to try to find a place to live. He feels that it is not a great source, and that people are trying to “rip you off ” on that website. He just wants to find a cheap room to rent, somewhere in the area of $300-$400. He told me that he had rented a room some time ago with whom he described was a “stinky old guy”, but shared with me that “as long as I’m sleeping, and eating, I’m good.” He showed me his Facebook page, where he posts daily messages. They are mostly upbeat and tells the readers: “good things are gonna happen to me today.” He does not have a phone and uses the library computer to communicate with his friends and family, whom he feels give him “useless advice”. He tries to avoid what he calls are “stupid people”. He does not like people who will, as he describes it, “turn on you”. Jamison is just looking for a parttime job which help him to pay the rent and a place to live. Isn’t that what we all need? A place to call home, where we can safely sleep and food to eat: Food and Shelter. It just seems that those two needs are difficult for many of our local people to attain. Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.
Private Property- No Trespassing or Loitering- All Violators Will be Prosecuted By Jan Dalske
This is the latest sign to be posted at our local public libraries. Why do all of the elected leaders of our City and County of Sacramento find it necessary to post these signs at the parking lots of our public libraries in many parts of the city? The signs state that there is “no trespassing, no loitering, no overnight parking, no skate boarding”, and that the parking lot is for “customer parking only”. And, they add that “violators will be prosecuted” and “all unauthorized vehicles will be towed at the owners’ expense”. The signs are part of an effort to discourage any people from parking in the library parking lots overnight. They are targeting the homeless population. Some of the homeless people may have a van or a car that they have been sleeping in overnight to stay warm. They are sleeping in their vehicles because they have nowhere else that might be safe to spend the night. They have lost their jobs, or the rent on the place where they were living had been raised so high that they could no longer afford to pay it. They had no choice. They had to put all of their belong-
ings in a storage unit. Then they packed up needed clothing along with warm blankets and pillows for sleeping. They are spending the night in their vehicles. Some of them are individuals, or couples, but some of them are also families with children. Most of the members of the homeless population have no vehicles and have to use shopping carts from local stores to transport their belongings around the city. They have small carts, and large carts, and some have two or more carts. They use the carts to carry extra clothing, and sleeping bags, and maybe some food items. You cannot miss seeing them. They are all around our cities, and in all of our neighborhoods. Some of them stand on street corners with signs asking for cash donations to help them with getting food or maybe put toward paying for a hotel room for one night so that they can get off of the streets. Where are the people supposed to sleep? How can they get food without money to purchase it? What can we do to help them? They are human beings, just like the rest of us. They have phys-
ical needs, such as cleanliness, or using a restroom, and having water and food and, of course shelter. They have to use the restrooms at fast food places or go to the local Walmart stores to use their facilities. Many of the homeless people are sick, or disabled. They may have mental health issues. Where can they go for help with these problems? The social service agencies are overloaded. Their offices are filled with people trying to apply for help with food and shelter needs. They are long waiting lists for housing. Some of the homeless people have an EBT card, and that helps them. But, where can you keep perishable food items when you do not have anywhere to live? Yes, they can buy something and eat it, but if you get anything that needs refrigeration, that could be a problem. We can try to help our local homeless people by calling our elected officials and telling them to do something now. Quit talking about it, and act. Maybe they should spend a night on the streets of our city and see what it feels like to be homeless, cold and hungry.
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Spring Cleaning was a Family Job at Our House in Colonial Village By Jan Dalske
Every year at Spring-time, our mom had a list of many different things that really needed to be cleaned at our house. When she worked on her regular cleaning schedule, she just finished the cleaning tasks that needed to be done on a daily or weekly basis. Every weekend, she dusted the furniture and vacu-
umed the floors in the living room, dining room, hallways and all of the bedrooms. She cleaned both of the bathrooms every day. With seven growing children, the house was usually disorganized and untidy. The laundry was done on an as-needed basis, except for the bedding, which was washed every Saturday. I usually helped my mom with stripping all of the beds and carrying the sheets out to the garage. I also picked up any other
laundry and took it to the garage where our washer and dryer were located. When the weather was good, the clean sheets and pillow cases were hung on the clotheslines in the backyard to dry. The hot sun dried the sheets quickly and left them with a clean, fresh smell. During the rainy months, she used the electric dryer. The towels were usually washed every few days as there were lots of baths and showers at our house. During the spring, the washing schedule changed. Our mom washed more of the bedding, as all of the bedspreads, and blankets needs to be washed. The pillows were sometimes tossed into the washing machine for cleaning also. The window curtains were
not washed very often and the various throw rugs were cleaned only when they needed to be. Our mom was very organized. She had been raised in a family of twenty children, and her mother taught them how to be organized when it came to household cleaning. The oldest kids all had to help. And, our mom trained us all to be her helpers also. As the oldest girl, I had quite a few responsibilities around the house. My brothers were the ones that had to shake out the throw rugs and make sure that they got out all of the dust. When they finished shaking them by hand, they hung them on the clothesline to air out. One of them always had to pick up the wastebas-
kets from the rooms and put the trash outside. They tried to make a game out of doing that task by tossing the wastebaskets into the air and catching them. The biggest project was always the carpet cleaning. We had hard wood flooring in most of the rooms. And, area carpets were in the living room. When the furniture was moved for the vacuuming, many lost items turned up unexpectedly. They were found under beds, or even the living room couch. Our mom was an amazing cleaner, as she had learned how to do the job from her mother. Those were lessons that were well learned by her growing children, and I am sure that they were never forgotten.
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April 12-14th marked the 40th anniversary of the Sac Open handball tournament. Hosted by the Sacramento Elks Lodge #6. People cAme from far and near to play, watch and be a part of an amazing event. This tournament always has great food, awesome handball an wonderful people. The handball players are like family and the camaraderie is evident. Players, friends and families bring their campers, R.V.’s and tents to hang out for three days of fun! Thank you to Ron Domingues, John Stellmach and all the other volunteers for their hard work setting up, coordinating, cooking and making sure everyone is having a good time.
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What’s JFK HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS HALL OF FAME: The John F. Kennedy High School Athletics Department will induct its first Hall of Fame class this spring in May, 2019. The school is looking for nominations of Cougar graduates, coaches, teams and athletic department contributors. The John F. Kennedy High School Athletics Hall of Fame is intended to recognize and honor those who have made a significant impact on the athletic community with their athletic achievements during high school or with exceptional effort and service to the John F. Kennedy High School athletic department. The Hall of Fame looks to reflect the proud history of John F. Kennedy High School, highlight the long-standing athletic success of the institution and recognize the importance of developing well-rounded individuals. Please contact Athletic Director, David Parsh at: david-parsh@scusd.edu for more information. To submit an nomination, visit https://jfk.scusd. edu/post/hall-fame-nomination-form REGISTRATION FOR GREENHAVEN SOCCER’S FALL SEASON IS OPEN! All children age 4-18 are welcome! No experience necessary. Practices begin July 29; Games run September – November. For more information
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SATURDAY, APRIL 20 EGG HUNT EXTRAVAGANZA 2019: Come out and join the FUN! FREE egg hunt, photos with the Easter Bunny and more! Don’t forget your basket! For more info, call the District 7 City of Sacramento office at 916-8087007. 10 a.m. at Garcia Bend Park, 7654 Pocket Road. *The hunt will begin 30 minutes after festivities begin.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24 AROMATHERAPY LESSON: Learn simple techniques to use essential oils from flowers, herbs and trees to promote health and wellbeing. Experience the effects of therapeutic grade oils, and learn how to use them in massage oils, ointments, atomizers or baths. Aromatherapy has been used by traditional schools of medicine for thousand of years. Pre-registration required and pre-payment of $20. $25 drop-in at the door. Class will be held Wednesday April 24, 2019 from 1:30-3:00pm at ACC
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ART OF GATHERING: DECORATIVE PLATE DEMONSTRATION: Experience the art of gathering as you get hands-on with,”A Maker Studio” DIY decor, and enjoy meaningful conversation and connection. In this workshop, you will learn how to decorate a plate with an inspirational word(s). The plate is yours to keep and display at your home. All skill levels are welcome. Pre-registration required and free of charge. Class will be held Wednesday April 24, 2019 from 6:00p-7:00pm at ACC Senior Services 7334 Park City Drive. For more information, call (916) 393-9026 ext 330 or www. accsv.org.
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FRIDAY, APRIL 26 FRIDAY NIGHT HOT SPOT: Come out to this FREE event for basketball, snacks and MORE! This event is for teens 13-19. Be prepared to show a valid school ID or CDL. Backpacks are required to be checked in and a registration form must be filled out to participate (forms are available at program site). For more
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Pocket/Greenhaven? EARTH DAY SACRAMENTO RIVER PARKWAY VOLUNTEER DAY: Celebrate Earth Day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a volunteer day at our beautiful Sacramento River parkway and Garcia Bend Park, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Pocket/Greenhaven! Volunteers will be picking up trash along the Parkway and sprucing up Garcia Bend Park to help make these wonderful gems shine. Equipment provided by Parks & Rec, Snacks provided by Commissioner Devin Lavelle. RSVP requested to parks@devinlavelle.com; Garcia Bend Park, 7654 Pocket Road. LAKE WASHINGTON SAILING CLUB OPEN HOUSE: Free Sailboat rides and fun for all! Come to the Lake Washington Sailing Club’s Annual Open House on Saturday April 27, 2019, from 10:30am to 3:30PM. In addition to sailing, there will be fascinating displays of sailing activities and sailing related organizations, food and refreshments for sale and fun activities for kids. The club is located at the end of Boathouse Road at the Port of Sacramento in West Sacramento. Check our website for directions: http://www.lwsailing.org.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 1 LIVING HAPPILY EVER AFTER WITH HEARING LOSS: Learn simple tips that could change your life and the lives of your loved ones. Reduce the frustrations of hearing loss whether you already wear hearing aids or are in the process of investing in them. This class is a must for anyone with hearing loss and their loved ones. Pre-registration required and free of charge. Class will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. at ACC Senior Services 7334 Park City Drive. For more information, call (916) 393-9026 ext 330 or www.accsv.org.
TUESDAY, MAY 7 POP UP BOOK SALE AT BELLE COOLEDGE: On Tuesday, May 7th, the Belle Cooledge Library is having a Pop Up Sale from 11am-5pm. Book prices are $1 for hardback and .50 for tradeback and paperback books. We have children’s books from .25-.50 cents. Fill a grocery size bag of books for $5. If you already purchased our special Friends of the Library bag, you can fill it up for $4! No credit cards please. Belle Cooledge is located at 5600 South Land Park Drive. “ALL IN” GAMING AND SOCIAL HOUR FOR ADULTS AND SENIORS – Join us for games, refreshments, conversation, and fun! Available games will include poker, chess, Scrabble, checkers, dominos, Mahjong, cribbage, and more! 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, May 7 and 21, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library, 7335 Gloria Drive, Sacramento.
THURSDAY, MAY 9 FREE PHONE AND PG&E BILL REVIEW CLINIC: Are you paying too much for your phone and PG&E services? Bring your questions and a recent phone (landline or wireless) or PG&E bill for a free review. ACC will explain your charges, identify fraud, or save you money. Class will be held Thursday May 9, 2019 from 2:00p-4:00pm at ACC Senior Services 7334 Park City Drive. For more information, call Susan Sarinas (916) 393-9026 ext 339 or www.accsv.org.
FRIDAY, MAY 10 FRIDAY NIGHT HOT SPOT: Come out to this FREE event for basketball, snacks and MORE! This event is for teens 13-19. Be prepared to show a valid school ID or CDL. Backpacks are required to be checked in and a registration form must be filled out to participate (forms are available at program site). For more information, call 916-584-4301 or 916-5916917. School of Engineering and Sciences, 7345 Gloria Dr., Sacramento.
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BOOK SALE – Find books and media bargains at the Pocket-Greenhaven Friends of the Library Book Sale. Members only pre-sale: Saturday, May 11, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Regular sale hours (open to all): Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Tuesday, May 14, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Wednesday, May 15, noon – 8 p.m.; Thursday, May 16, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday, May 17, 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. at Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library, 7335 Gloria Drive, Sacramento.
BOOK CLUB: AN AMERICAN MARRIAGE - The group reads a wide variety of books to challenge the minds and interests of all group members. At this meeting we will be discussing An American Marriage by Tayari Jones. Saturday, May 4, 1 p.m. at Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library, 7335 Gloria Drive, Sacramento.
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SATURDAY, MAY 18 LOCKE ASIAN PACIFIC STREET FESTIVAL: Gala event featuring lion dance and martial arts, cultural entertainment, arts and crafts, vendor booths, food, raffle prizes. Come visit the only surviving rural Chinese town in the U.S. Suitable for families and children. Free admission and free parking. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festival will be held in historic Locke, 13916 Main St. Walnut Grove. Sponsored by the Locke Foundation. www.locke-foundation.org. For more information, contact (916) 776-1684 or email lockefoundation@frontiernet.net. READ TO A DOG - Looking for a way to boost school-age reading skills? Join us in the library’s Reading Tower area and practice reading out loud to a registered therapy dog. Kids are invited to bring their own books or borrow one from our collection. First and third Saturdays May 4 and 18, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., and second and fourth Saturdays, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library, 7335 Gloria Drive, Sacramento. GAME DAY – Join us for an afternoon of family-friendly, old-fashioned board games. All ages and abilities are welcome. Saturday, May 18, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library, 7335 Gloria Drive, Sacramento.
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ROTARY CLUB OF POCKET-GREENHAVEN MEETINGS: You’re invited! Come join the Rotary Club of Pocket-Greenhaven on Thursday mornings, 7:30 at Aviator’s Restaurant at Executive Airport. You are welcome as our guest to learn more about our leadership organization and meet with business, civic, and professional leaders who are making a difference in our neighborhood! Contact Bob Smith, at 916-215-1332 or visit https://pgr. rocks/ to find out more.
FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP: Every first Monday of the month from 6 to 7 p.m. Location: Sacramento. Call 916-428-3271 for exact location. Description: Is your friend or family member in a domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking situation? This free, drop-in group is for you. Learn how to support your loved one, and receive some support yourself among people who are in the same situation. Feel free to call My Sister’s House for more information: 916-428-3271.
PARKINSON ASSOCIATION OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA South Sacramento Support Group: Every second Thursday of the month from 1 to 2:15 p.m., Location: Asian Community Center (ACC), 7334 Park City Drive, Sacramento, CA 95831. This support group is free to those who are living with Parkinson’s Disease, their family and caregivers. The group shares information to help each other and provide guest speakers who can assist with physical and mental challenges in daily living.
#METOO SUPPORT GROUP: Every third Monday of the month from 6 to 7 p.m. Location: Sacramento. Call 916-428-3271 for exact location. Description: This drop-in support group is free, confidential, open to all genders, and available to sexual assault survivors at any point in their healing. Feel free to call My Sister’s House for more information: 916-4283271.
TUESDAY, MAY 21
SIRS BRANCH 93 meets every third Monday of each month. Lunch is at 11:30 in the Elks Club, 6446 Riverside Blvd.
MUSIC AND MOTION AT BELLE COOLEDGE COMMUNITY CENTER: Rowena Alverto brings exercise classes for seniors with a combination of yoga, tai chi, zumba, for seniors on Wednesdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. $3. 5699 South Land Park Drive.
“ALL IN” GAMING AND SOCIAL HOUR FOR ADULTS AND SENIORS – Join us for games, refreshments, conversation, and fun! Available games will include poker, chess, Scrabble, checkers, dominos, Mahjong, cribbage, and more! 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, May 7 and 21, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library, 7335 Gloria Drive, Sacramento.
If you are retired or close to retirement and looking to join a men’s group, we are Sons In Retirement. A group of men with a wide variety of backgrounds that love to socialize, play golf, bowl, pinochle, hike, bike ride or maybe you would like to form an activity that you are interested in, join us. The first lunch is on the group. Give Jack a call, there is always room at
LOW-COST VACCINATION CLINICS AT THE SSPCA: Mondays and Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for vaccines; no appointments necessary. Vaccines include: 1) DAPP vaccine ($20) — DAPP stands for Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus. While important for dogs of every age, puppies are susceptible to the Parovirus.
2) Bordetella ($20) -- often referred to as the kennel cough vaccine, this helps protect against a strain of bacteria that can cause kennel cough. Many boarding kennels and groomers require this vaccine for services, 3) FVRCP vaccination ($20) prevents three potentially deadly airborne viruses: rhinotracheitis, calicivirus and panleukopenia in cats, 4) Rabies shot ($6) -- this vaccine is required by animal control or to license your dog. The first vaccine is valid for one year, subsequent vaccines if given on time will last 3 years. If you are 65 or older, vaccinations are free! The Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is located at 6201 Florin Perkins Road, Sacramento. INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER: This class is designed for beginner or students with limited or no experience with computer. Learn about computer hardware, system components, software and more. Pre-payment of $30 and pre-registration required. Class will start from January 16 thru 25, 2018 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at ACC Senior Services, 7334 Park City Drive. For more information, call 393-9026 ext 330, www.accsv.orgs. ARTISTS’ AND CRAFTERS’ GROUP – Held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, this meet-up was started to allow participants from past and current “In Creative Company” classes to continue meeting. Any artists or crafters who are interested in this social group are welcome--just bring whatever you’re working on and join us! 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library, 7335 Gloria Drive, Sacramento. THE CLARKSBURG COMMUNITY BAND INVITES YOU TO JOIN: How about dusting off that horn and getting involved! The band is a group of musicians that enjoys sharing a love of music with each other and our communities. The band is looking to expand the ensemble and wants to welcome those who are interested and who play a standard concert band instrument. The band meets Tuesday evenings from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Delta High School, 52810 Netherlands Ave., Clarksburg. For more
information contact Randall Veirs, Delta High School Band Director at rveirs@rdusd.org FREE LINE DANCE CLASS: Every Thursday from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. “Two Left Feet” dance class for beginners. If you think you have “two left feet” this class is for you. Anyone can participate in this fun activity. Friendly group of people. Drop-ins welcome. Sponsored by ACC Senior Services. Class held every Thursday at ACC Greenhaven Terrace, 1180 Corporate Way. First class is always free. For more information call (916) 393-9026 ext 330. www.accsv.org WEDNESDAY COFFEE AND CONVERSATION GATHERING: Every Wednesday morning from 7 to 10 am., join neighbors at Cafe Latte, 7600 Greenhaven Drive, for conversation and fun. Find the group back near the piano. ROTARY CLUB OF SOUTH SACRAMENTO: The friendliest club in Sacramento, the Rotary Club of South Sacramento meets every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Casa Garden, 2760 Sutterville Road. SUNDAY BREAKFAST BUFFET AT THE ELKS LODGE, NO. 6: From 8:30 to 11 a.m., enjoy eggs, omelets, corn beef hash, bacon or sausage. 6446 Riverside Blvd. SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF SACRAMENTO SOUTH: Meetings on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at Aviators Restaurant, Executive Airport, 6151 Freeport Blvd. For more information, call Dee at 341-7852. JOB COACH APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE AT POCKET LIBRARY– Make an appointment to meet one-on-one with a volunteer job coach and get help with online job searching, using library databases, interviewing tips, resume writing, and more. For questions or to schedule an appointment, please ask at the library service desk or call 916-264-2920 during open hours. Appointment times are available for most Wednesdays between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. at Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library, 7335 Gloria Drive, Sacramento.
FRIDAY, MAY 24 FRIDAY NIGHT HOT SPOT: Come out to this FREE event for basketball, snacks and MORE! This event is for teens 13-19. Be prepared to show a valid school ID or CDL. Backpacks are required to be checked in and a registration form must be filled out to participate (forms are available at program site). For more information, call 916-584-4301 or 916-5916917. School of Engineering and Sciences, 7345 Gloria Dr., Sacramento
SATURDAY, MAY 25 RELEVANT READS BOOK CLUB: DOPESICK – This nonfiction book discussion group will be discussing Dopesick by Beth Macy. Saturday, May 25, 1 p.m. at Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library, 7335 Gloria Drive, Sacramento. Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.
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Sofa Sale
All sofas, loveseats, sectionals, chairs, ottomans, and recliners are on sale!* Choose your C Fabric or Leather
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*Sale applies to all indicated items except all ”Clearance”, “Truckload” and “Special Buys”. Sale price not available in conjunction with any other offer or discount. Allow time for delivery on some items. Sizes and colors are approximate. Sale Ends 04/20/19.
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