Sep 20 - Time to roll up your sleeves! United Way needs 1500+ volunteers to complete 41 service projects at #DayofCaring on Sept. 22! Sign-up today bit.ly/2017DayofCaring United Way Some District 4 projects that need more volunteers: - The Downtown YMCA (2021 W Street) needs creative volunteers to help paint the 450 sqft lobby! -Walk to End Alzheimer’s (Capitol Park, 13th and N Street) need outgoing and social volunteers! For a list of all projects that still need volunteers and more information: www.yourlocalunitedway.org/DayofCaring Read Post

Sep 12 - Science must be experienced. “Free-choice” science learning, which takes place outside the classroom, allows children and adults, regardless of economic background, access to experiences that build passion for pursuing STEM careers. The need for improvement in science education is acute in the Sacramento region, where science and math test results are some of the lowest in the country. This could not have been better stated. Thanks to Senator Richard Pan and new UC Davis Chancellor Gary May for bringing the larger context to our fight for the Powerhouse Science Center. What can we do as a city to promote scientific literacy among our future biologists and engineers? Provide them with world-class civic amenities that educate and inspire. This evening, City Council will discuss how it will support our region's preeminent science education facility, the Powerhouse Science Center. We hope you'll agree that investing in the Powerhouse Science Center is one of the best ways our City can make sure that our kids get the skills and tools they need to change the world. http://www.sacbee.com/opinion/op-ed/soapbox/article172137132.html Read Post

Sep 12 - It’s time to roll up your sleeves! Our region’s nonprofits need us to help complete 41 volunteer projects on United Way’s Day of Caring, Sept. 22 and 23. From building mini libraries and sorting clothes for the homeless to beautifying schools and gardens, there’s a project for everyone. Come by yourself or bring a friend (or two), and lend a hand! Learn more and sign up to volunteer here: bit.ly/2017DayofCaring United Way Read Post

Sep 09 - Getting ready for our Ghostbusters movie night. Head on down and support our Front Street beer garden! Read Post

Sep 07 - Two Sacramento police officers were shot today in Sacramento and have been taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. My staff and I are sending positive thoughts to both officers. Follow Sacramento Police Department for more updates as they become available. Read Post