2004 COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR

JANUARY

January 15 -- ASNE Diversity Job Fair
This is an outstanding opportunity for you to meet recruiters from national and regional newspapers in face-to-face interviews. Explore the many professional career opportunities and internships available.

January 22 - Bee Book Club/Haven Kimmel
The Bee hosts free events throughout the year featuring prominent authors. For more information on current scheduled guests, or upcoming authors, visit our Bee Book Club page.

January 23 - 24, 2004 - Dance Theatre of Harlem
A world-class ballet company with a distinctive repertoire, Dance Theatre of Harlem established new horizons in the history of dance, bringing a uniquely American perspective to movement--one born and nurtured in New York City. Event to be held at the UC Davis Mondavi Center.

January 31 -- Chinese New Year Festival
This one-day event takes place in the CSUS Student Union. It is facilitated by 10 local Chinese organizations and includes various children activities, cultural performances, and exhibitors.

January 31 - Make A Wish, 16th Annual Winter Wine & Food Fest
The 16th Annual Make A Wish Winter Wine & Food Fest will be held on January 31, 2004 from 5:00pm -11:00pm at the Sacramento Convention Center. Enjoy an evening of more than 50 renowned wineries and featuring over 50 restaurants and food venues. For tickets and information call (916) 372-2995.

FEBRUARY

February 14 - Bee Book Club/Gary Paulsen
The Bee hosts free events throughout the year featuring prominent authors. For more information on current scheduled guests, or upcoming authors, visit our Bee Book Club page.

February 14 - Magnificent Mozart
The Sacramento Philharmonic pays tribute to the Mozart much loved by audiences and musicians. Featuring Serenade No. 9 in D Major ("Post Horn"), Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, and Piano Concerto No. 27 in B Flat. The concert is scheduled on Saturday, February 14 at 8 p.m.

February 19 - Giselle
The Sacramento Ballet presents this classic performance with music by Adolphe Adam from Thursday, February 19 through Sunday, February 22 at the Sacramento Community Center Theater.

February 28 - William Glackin Memorial Tribute Concert
The William Glackin Memorial Tribute Concert will honor Bill Glackin, arts critic for The Sacramento Bee. Proceeds from the event will create a fund for musical instruments for Sacramento public schools. Members of the Sacramento Ballet, the Sacramento Opera, and the Sacramento Philharmonic will participate in the performance. The event will be held on Saturday, February 28 at the Sacramento Community Center Theater. Tickets can be purchased at the Community Center Box Office.

February 29 - An Evening with Oscar
Sacramento's glitziest night of the year and the area's only official Academy Awards party sanctioned by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Proceeds will benefit area HIV/AIDS organizations.

MARCH

March 9 - Career Expo
Need a new job? Come to The Sacramento Bee’s Career Expo. Featuring area recruiters, educational workshop, a free resume clinic, and much more. The event will be held at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

March 31 - Sacramento Workplace Excellence Awards
In partnership with The Sacramento Bee, the Sacramento Area Human Resources Association (SAHRA), is honoring outstanding workplaces in the greater Sacramento area. Winners will be announced at a special awards dinner on March 31.

APRIL

April 17 -- May 23 - The Boxcar Children
Children’s Theatre of California presents the onstage version of the book by Gertrude C. Warner. Adapted by David Pierini

April -- September (Various Dates) -- River Cats Games
The River Cats season begins on Sunday, April 4. The Bee supports the River Cats throughout the season and hosts a kiosk behind section 109 at which giveaways and other fun activities are available.

April 17 & 18 -- Roseville Strawberry Festival
This is Roseville’s largest family event featuring arts & crafts, gifts, strawberry food and treats, a kid’s zone, live entertainment, culinary demonstrations, and much more. Ticket prices are. Placer County Fairgrounds. For more on the official Sacramento Bee Strawberry Recipe contest, please click here.

April 22 -- Bee Book Club/Glenn Murray
The Bee hosts free events throughout the year featuring prominent authors. For more information on current scheduled guests, or upcoming authors, visit our Bee Book Club page.

April 25 -- Festival de la Familia
This one-day event has a rich history in Sacramento of celebrating all Latino cultures. Attendees can view exhibits and demonstrations, experience live entertainment and sample a myriad of tantalizing foods. $4 admission for adults. Over 60 and under 12 free. The event is held at Cal Expo and is open from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.

MAY

May 1 - Elk Grove Western Festival
This year will mark Elk Grove's 45th annual Western Festival. The two-day event is held in beautiful Elk Grove Park. The parade has over 200 floats, bands, and antique car entries and is open to everyone.

May 5 - Comite Patriotico Mexicano
Cinco de Mayo is a culturally-rich celebration that symbolizes the strength and will of the Mexican people. Mexico's culture will be showcased through cultural dances, authentic costumes and Mariachi music at the celebration. The event begins at 10:30 a.m., with dance performances from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, call (916) 558-6915. Please join us for this free event.

May 8 - The Sacramento Valley Komen Race for The Cure®
The Komen Race for the Cure® is the largest series of 5K runs and fitness walks in the world, and is open to everyone who wants to help in the fight against breast cancer. Proceeds fund global research efforts and local breast health and breast cancer outreach programs. At every race event breast cancer survivors celebrate their survivorship by donning pink caps and T-shirts. This is Sacramento's largest run/walk with more than 18,000 entrants expected! Join us today and tell a friend!

May 11 - Career Expo/Healthcare
Are you a healthcare worker looking for a new job? Come to The Sacramento Bee’s Career Expo. Featuring area recruiters, educational workshop, a free resume clinic, and much more. Cal Expo. The event will be held at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

May 20 - Placer County Job Fair
Attend a free job fair sponsored by Placer County Office of Economic Development and The Sacramento Bee. Bring your resume and meet recruiters from over 120 local companies. This event is open from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Placer County Fairgrounds.

May 23 - Pacific Rim Street Festival
The Twelfth Annual Pacific Rim Street Fest will be held in Old Sacramento. Enjoy this one-day event highlighting the rich diversity of the Asian Pacific Island cultures. Attendees can view exhibits, demonstrations, entertainment and sample a variety of Asian food.

May 28 -- May 31 - Jazz Jubilee
The Jubilee is the world's largest and greatest traditional jazz festival, attracting more than 100,000 people to hear its invited musicians perform during the Memorial Day Weekend in Sacramento.

JUNE

June - Filipino Fiesta 2004
The annual Filipino Fiesta highlights art in songs, paintings, food, and various activities such as the Barrio Life which highlights the Filipino culture.

June - Heritage Festival

June - Meadowview Cultural Jazz Fest
The Meadowview Jazz and Cultural Festival began in 1993. Since then this annual Jazz Concert has drawn national and local performers, such as Patti Austin. It includes multicultural food and retail vendors. Meadowview Park.

June - Rocklin Jubilee
As in years past, the day's activities include a parade, 5K run, pancake breakfast, food, craft, and activity booths, live entertainment, BBQ dinner, and fireworks. Most events take place at Johnson-Springview Park.

June 17 -- Bee Book Club/James Swain and Randy Wayne White
The Bee hosts free events throughout the year featuring prominent authors. For more information on current scheduled guests, or upcoming authors, visit our Bee Book Club page.

June 19 -- King of Feasts, Wine & Food Fest
Sacramento Zoo's King of Feasts allow guests to wander the Zoo grounds and enjoy fine wines, superior micro-brewed beers, gourmet foods and live music, all in the lush and exotic setting of the zoo.

June 27 -- Raleys Celebrate America
Sacramento's signature Independence Day event! Features a live blend of mainstream family and patriotic music, plus a spectacular fireworks show to top off an unforgettable evening. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. General admission is $14 per seat, $11 per child (age 2-12). Tickets can be purchased online at rivercats.com.

JULY

July - Strauss Festival of Elk Grove
The Strauss Festival blends a professional 32-piece orchestra with colorfully costumed dances to create an annual outdoor classical event that the entire family can enjoy together. It showcases the light classical music of the Johann Strauss family while using originally choreographed dances to advance a story line that changes each year. Elk Grove Regional Park.

July - Oak Park Summer Concert
McClatchy Park is the place for free musical fun for the whole family to enjoy. Food and crafts will be available from local vendors. Listen to the latest jazz, gospel, and hip hop sounds from a variety of popular artists.

July 4 - Salute to the Red, White and Blue

July 9 -- 18 - U.S. Olympic Team Trials Track & Field
The U.S. Olympic Trials is considered one of the greatest track meets in the world and Sacramento is the first city to host consecutive Trials in 25 years. Don't be left at the starting blocks, tickets are selling fast to watch future Olympians compete for a trip to Athens and a chance at the gold.

July 25 - Roseville Music in the Park
Warm summer nights, the air filled with music, families enjoying picnics and dancing - that's what Roseville Music in the Park is all about. Enjoy the sounds of the Rhythm Vandals.

AUGUST

August 29 - Roseville Music in the Park
Warm summer nights, the air filled with music, families enjoying picnics and dancing … that's what Roseville Music in the Park is all about. Enjoy the Classic Rock sounds of Out of The Blue.

August 20-September 6 - California State Fair
Come on out and enjoy the exhibits, concerts, rides and, best of all, food! It's fun for kids of all ages!

SEPTEMBER

September -- Chalk It Up to Sacramento
This free event allows local artists to display their creativity on large sidewalk squares and features live entertainment and food. Fremont Park.

September -- Children’s Book Celebration
The Children's Book Celebration is held in Fairytale Town. The Bee Book Club brings numerous children's authors to share their books and illustrations with the children and families present. Their books are sold at the event, and the authors are available to sign them. There are also storytellers, and book characters wandering through Fairytale town for photos, and puppet theatre for children to enjoy. William Land Park.

September 20-26-- Longs Drugs Golf Challenge
This marks the first year at the new home of the tournament, The Ridge Golf Course. Players, volunteers and fans are sure to be excited about the new venue, while the great golf will stay the same.

September 23 - Career Expo
Need a new job? Come to The Sacramento Bee’s Career Expo. Featuring area recruiters, educational workshop, a free resume clinic, and much more. The event will be held at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

September 24 -- Perspectives
Sacramento hosts the world at this annual political affairs event at the Sacramento Convention Center on Friday, September 24th.

September 26 -- Sunday Funday
This community celebration attracts more than 30,000 children, adults and seniors. It features entertainment, pony & train rides, arts & crafts, children's games, craft fair, swimming, petting zoo and more. Everything is free except food booths and craft fair vendors. Rusch Park.

September 30 -- Prelude to the Season
This annual luncheon extravaganza launches the arts season and honors the businesses, organizations and volunteers who contribute meaningfully to the arts in Sacramento. Awards are given in the categories of Business Support for the Arts, Individual Leadership, Arts Excellence, Business/Arts Partnership and Business volunteer for the Arts of the Year.

OCTOBER

October 2 -- Niello Councours at Serrano
The inaugural Concours at Serrano will be held on Saturday, October 2, 2004 on the green at the Serrano Visitors Center and will benefit local children charities. The day of the Concours will be a culmination of car enthusiast activities, which will occur during the week proceeding.

October 2 -- Loomis Eggplant Festival
Aside from the food booths, there are more than 100 vendors of arts and crafts, a newly added home and garden show, farmers market, and business showcase. Fun activities are planned for the kids and McLaughlin Studio will be providing live entertainment.

October 2 & 3 -- Elk Grove Community Harvest & Giant Pumpkin Festival
This is a community event in Elk Grove Regional Park features a full day of family fun celebrating the agricultural heritage of Elk Grove and raises funds for community groups. Festivities includes a pancake breakfast, a giant pumpkin and produce weigh-off, scarecrow contest, hay and pony rides, pig races, a children's carnival, live music, crafts, food and more. Free. Elk Grove Regional Park.

October 5 - The Sacramento Bee’s Kids Day
Each year on kids day, thousands of community volunteers take to the streets to sell a special edition of The Sacramento Bee. The newspaper is wrapped with a special section written by The Bee newsroom showcasing Shriners Hospitals and it special programs and personal triumphs. This Kids Day edition is only available on this day through volunteers or special advance orders. The newspapers are sold for $1, with 75 cents going directly to Shriners Hospitals for Children.

October 9 - 10 -- American River Salmon Festival
The American River Salmon Festival is a two-day family event featuring educational, recreational, cultural, artistic, and culinary activities of the festival will celebrate salmon and highlight the wonders and importance of the river, its watershed, and adjoining American River Parkway and State Park Lands. Nimbus Fish Hatchery.

NOVEMBER

November - California International Auto Show

November 2 - Career Expo/Healthcare
Are you a healthcare worker looking for a new job? Come to The Sacramento Bee’s Career Expo. Featuring area recruiters, educational workshop, a free resume clinic, and much more. The event will be held at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

November 14 - Westfield Works Wonders
On this special day, Galleria at Roseville will open its doors to the thousands of customers looking to give back to the community and have a great time as well. Shoppers will enjoy discounts and special retailer offers, entertainment, local celebrity appearances and a chance to win many wonderful raffle prizes, all to benefit local non-profit organizations.

November 25 -- Run to Feed the Hungry
Run to Feed the Hungry is a Thanksgiving Day, and Sacramento's largest fun run. More than 10,000 participants make this a great way to start Thanksgiving with walk or run that begins at Sacramento State University and turns through beautiful East Sacramento. All proceeds from the event benefit the Sacramento Food Bank Services.

DECEMBER

December 5 -- California International Marathon
The 26.2 mile event begins near Folsom Dam and continues through the neighboring communities of Orangevale, Fair Oaks, and Carmichael. The course also crosses through the American River, and passes by historic Sutter's Fort- making its final miles through midtown Sacramento. The event draws local, national, and international runners.