NETWORKING – The Sacramento Metropolitian Chamber of Commerce presents its annual "Perspectives" event. The all-day event features an exhibit hall and the KFBK Business Center, where attendees can keep in touch with the office and conduct business.
When: Sept. 21, 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (doors open 8 a.m.)
Location: Convention Center, 1400 J St., Sac
Cost: Call
More Info: (916) 552-6800
RALLY – The International World Day of Peace will be celebrated at the State Capitol World Peace Rose Garden. This movement is to create a global ceasefire and day of nonviolence.
When: Sept. 21, 10:30 a.m.
Location: State Capitol World Peace Rose Garden, 15th & L streets, Sac
Cost: Call
More Info: www.worldpeacerosegardens.org
CIRCUS – Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus comes to Arco Arena for to present Bellobration. Witness Bello tempt fate atop the Wheel of Steel and balance on a 7-story high sway pole. Kids can enjoy the exotic animals and adults can awe over jaw-dropping stunts.
When: Sept. 21, 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Sept. 22, 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Sept. 23, 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. (Doors open one hour before performance.)
Location: Arco Arena, One Sports Parkway, Sac
Cost: $81.75, $56.75 - Front Row, $36.75 - VIP, $24.75 - Lower Level $18.75, $15.75 - Upper Level. Parking: $10 (opens 2 hours before performance
More Info: www.arcoarena.com
COMEDIAN – Ventriloquist and stand-up comedian Jeff Dunham brings his Spark of Insanity tour to Crest Theatre.
When: Sept. 21, 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6 p.m.) and 9:30 p.m. (Doors open at 9 p.m.)
Location: Crest Theatre, Theatre 1, 1013 K St., Sac
Cost: $37.75 (all seats)
More Info: (916) 44-CREST
YOM KIPPUR – The Lincoln Hills Shalom Social Group sponsors Day of Atonement, or yom kippur, services.
When: Sept. 21, 7 p.m. and Sept. 29, 7 a.m.
Location: McBean Park Pavilion, 65 McBean Park Drive (Highway 193), Lincoln
Cost: $85
More Info: (916) 408-5155
COMEDY – San Jose, Calif. native and MadTV cast member Anjelah Johnson steps up to the mic at the Punchline with Kevin Avery and Nico Santos. Must be 18 and over.
When: Sept. 21, 8:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. (Doors open one hour before show time.)
Location: Punchline, 2100 Arden, 2nd Floor, Sac
Cost: $20 and a two drink minimum
More Info: (916) 925-8500
CELEBRATION – The Governor's Mansion State Historic Park will celebrate its 40th anniversary. Recent restoration will be unveiled as well as the third floor will be open to the public for the first time.
When: Sept. 22
Location: Governor's Mansion State Historic Park, 16th and H Street, Sac
Cost: Call
More Info: 916-323-3047 or www.parks.ca.gov
GLADIATOR – Rockstar Energy Drink presents "Gladiator Challenge - Bad Intentions," featuring heavyweight world championship match Dave Huckaba vs Rick Cheek.
When: Sept. 22, 7 p.m.
Location: Memorial Auditorium, 1515 J St., Sac
Cost: $200,$150,$100,$85,$65 and $50
More Info: (916) 808-5181 or www.gladiatorchallenge.com
COMEDIAN – Dennis Gaxiola brings his political, social and everyday life comedy to the Punchline. Gaxiola was seen with Que Locos, Loco Comedy Jam, the Paul Rodriquez Latin All-Stars of Comedy, and the Latino Comedy Fiesta.
When: Sept. 22, 8:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.; Sept. 23, 8:30 p.m. (Doors open one hour before show time.)
Location: Punchline, 2100 Arden, 2nd Floor, Sac
Cost: $19 and a two drink minimum
More Info: (916) 925-8500
FAIR – Celebrate Chinatown’s Cultural Fair with special performances, exhibits, children’s games, raffles, demonstrations and hands on activities.
When: Sept. 23, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Sacramento Chinatown Mall. 3rd-5th and I-J Streets, Sac
More Info: http://www.yeefow.com/culturefair/index.html
RECITAL – Well-known piano instructor Tian-Hsien Shih presents 10 of his students. The youngsters, from 7th to 12th graders, will play from the Baroque to Romantic Era.
When: Sept. 23, 2 p.m.
Location: Mondavi Center, Studio Theatre, Davis
Cost: Free
More Info: (866) 754-ARTS
AWARDS – SARTA presents “The Elly Awards” honoring local artists.
When: Sept. 23, 7 p.m. (Doors open 7 pm.)
Location: Crest Theatre, Theatre 1, 1013 K St., Sac
Cost: $18 (SARTA Members and groups of 10 or more), $22 (general admission)
More Info: www.sarta.com/elly.htm
PLAY – The B Street Theatre presents "The Book of Liz," a "fun and wacky tale of one woman's journey outside her previously simplistic life." The play was written by David Sedaris and Amy Sedaris.
When: Sept. 23 to 27, 8 p.m.
Location: B Street Theatre, 2711 B St., Sac
Cost: $25
More Info: (916) 443-5300
CONCERT - Justin Timberlake comes to Arco Arena for his FutureSex/LoveShows tour. This date is a rescheduled from the Sept. 10 cancellation.
When: Sept. 25, 7:30 p.m. (Old tickets will be honored or refunded.)
Location: Arco Arena, One Sports Parkway, Sac
Cost: $151 (VIP lounge), $77.25 (lower level and general admission standing), $54.25 upper level
More Info: (916) 408-5155