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Sacramento April Events Calendar

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Check the Calendar of Events often as events may be added throughout the month.

APRIL 3 | THURSDAY

COMEDY – The Punch Line Comedy Club hosts the Sacramento Comedy Showcase. Must be 18 and older.
When: April 3, 8:30 p.m. (Doors open 7:30 p.m.)
Location: Punch Line Sacramento, 2100 Arden Way, Sac.
Cost: $10. Two drink minimum.
More Info: (916) 925-8500

APRIL 4 | FRIDAY

SYMPHONY – Andre Manze directs the Helsingborg Symphony Orchestra who will perform Ludwig van Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 3 in E flat (Eroica), op. 55” and Johannes Brahms “Symphony No. 1 in C minor, op. 68.” Manze leads a pre-matinee classroom talk. Performance for grades 5-12.
When: April 4, 11 a.m.
Location: Mondavi Center, Jackson Hall, Davis
Cost: $11 teacher, $7 student.
More Info: (866) 754-ARTS

CONCERT – Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band performs.
When: April 4, 7:30 p.m. (Tolls open 5:30 p.m., doors open 6:30 p.m.)
Location: Arco Arena
Cost: $96.75 (floor, lower level, upper level), $66.75 (upper level) (prices includes $1.75 fee). Buy tickets online. Parking is $10.
More Info: (916) 928-6900

SYMPHONY – Andre Manze directs the Helsingborg Symphony Orchestra who will perform Ludwig van Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 3 in E flat (Eroica), op. 55” and Johannes Brahms “Symphony No. 1 in C minor, op. 68.” Manze leads a pre-performance lecture.
When: April 4, 8 p.m.
Location: Mondavi Center, Jackson Hall, Davis
Cost: $75, $65 and $55 general; $37.50, $32.50 and $27.50 students and children. Tickets can be purchased online.
More Info: (866) 754-ARTS

COMEDY – Spend an evening with The Lovemaster, comedian Craig Shoemaker.
When: April 4, 11 a.m.
Location: Punch Line Sacramento, 2100 Arden Way, Sac.
Cost: $10. Two drink minimum.
More Info: (916) 925-8500

APRIL 5 | SATURDAY

CAMP FAIR – Parents Monthly hosts its Third Annual Camp Fair.
When: April 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Westfield Galleria at Roseville, Roseville
Cost: Free
More Info: (916) 718-3952

SALE – The Sacramento Zoo hosts a rummage sale to benefit the zoo’s conservation programs.
When: April 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Sacramento Zoo, 3930 West Land Park Drive, Sac.
Cost: $9 general, $8.25 seniors, $6.50 kids 3-12 and free for kids 0-2.
More Info: (916) 808-5888

FLOWERS – Amador Flower Farm celebrates spring with its Spring Fling.
When: April 5 and 6, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: 22001 Shenandoah School Road, Plymouth
Cost: Free
More Info: (209) 245-6660 or amadorflowerfarm.com

FESTIVAL – It’s an Earth party at the Sacramento Zoo with crafts and entertainment.
When: April 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Sacramento Zoo, 3930 West Land Park Drive, Sac.
Cost: $9 general, $8.25 seniors, $6.50 kids 3-12 and free for kids 0-2.
More Info: (916) 808-5888 or visit Sacramento Zoo’s Earth Fest page.

CONCERT – The Christian youth concert, Acquire the Fire, comes to Arco. Speakers include Ron Luce, Phil Joel and Mike Guzzardo. Scheduled performers are Unhindered, Stellar Kart, Sanctus Real and Kutless.
When: April 5, 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. (Doors open 8 a.m.)
Location: Arco Arena
Cost: $67 (floor), $62 (lower level), and $57 (upper level). (Prices includes $2 fee). A $5.95 fee will be added to all group orders. No refunds. Tickets can be purchased online.
More Info: (916) 928-6900 or visit acquirethefire.com for full schedule.

FEST – Celebrate German culture and food at the 40th Annual Bockbierfest.
When: April 5, 6 p.m.
Location: Sacramento Turn Verien, 3349 J St., Sac.
Cost: $5 to $10.
More Info: (916) 442-7360

CONCERT – Grammy-nominated Anoushka Shankar performs. She was trained by legendary sitar viruoso and her father, Ravi Shankar. Classical guitarist and instructor Matthew Grasso leads a pre-performance lecture in the Studio Theatre.
When: April 5, 8 p.m.
Location: Mondavi Center, Jackson Hall, Davis
Cost: $44, $39 and $34 general; $22, $19.50 and $17 students can children. Tickets can be purchased online.
More Info: (866) 754-ARTS

APRIL 6 | SUNDAY

PERFORMANCE – Known as one of the most innovative Broadway musicals ever, CATS, comes to Mondavi.
When: April 6, 7 p.m.
Location: Mondavi Center, Jackson Hall, Davis
Cost: $65, $55 and $45 general. Tickets can be purchased online.
More Info: (866) 754-ARTS

APRIL 7 | MONDAY

SUMMIT – The Green California Summit is an opportunity for the public to get information on the state’s green policies. John Garamendi, Dian Grueneich, Rick Fedrizzi and Hunter Lovins are among the speakers.
When: April 7 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; April 8 and 9 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Sacramento Convention Center, 1400 J St., Sac.
Cost: $110 to $295. Cost varies for government, education, non-profit and commerical, industry and private entries. Expo hall and keynotes are free. Participants can register online.
More Info: (626) 577-5700

APRIL 9 | WEDNESDAY

LECTURE – The world’s foremost authority on chimpanzees, Dr. Jane Goodall will deliver a lecture called “A Reason for Hope.” NOTE: Event is sold out, but a waiting list is available.
When: April 9, 8 p.m.
Location: Mondavi Center, Jackson Hall, Davis
Cost: $49, $41 and $36 general; $24.50, $20.50 and $18 students and children.
More Info: (866) 754-ARTS

APRIL 10 | THURSDAY

CONCERT – Vibraphonist Stefon Harris leads a nine-piece ensemble in a special concert featuring Duke Ellington’s “The Gardiner Meditations.” KXJZ 90.9 Jazz Music Director Gary Vercelli leads a pre-performance lecture in the Studio Theatre.
When: April 10, 8 p.m.
Location: Mondavi Center, Jackson Hall, Davis
Cost: $42, $37 and $32 general; $21, $18.50 and $16 students and children. Tickets can be purchased online.
More Info: (866) 754-ARTS

CONCERT – Rascal Flatts makes a Sacramento stop in its Still Feels Good Tour.
When: April 10, 8 p.m. (Tolls open 6 p.m., doors open 7 p.m.)
Location: Arco Arena
Cost: $66.75 and $51.50. (Prices includes $1.75 fee). Tickets can be purchased online. Parking is $10.
More Info: (916) 928-6900

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