Sign Up Now for Camp Courage Sacramento
http://www.couragecampaign.org/page/s/campsacramento
 
Highlighting the one-year anniversary since Prop 8 was passed into law, Equality Action NOW, a local civil rights organization here in Sacramento is co-sponsoring along with Courage Campaign and 20 other organizations and individuals, Camp Courage Sacramento, November 7-8, 2009. Camp Courage is an intensive two-day training designed to teach the principles and skills of community organizing and how to become an effective activist.
 
Drawing on techniques honed for decades by progressive social movements and proven results used by the Obama campaign, Camp Courage teaches empowerment, team building, leadership development, and grassroots organizing skills. It is designed primarily for new activists of all ages or those who have never engaged with the broader community about social issues. While overturning Prop 8 is a current focal point of attention, Camp Courage will educate individuals to plan and implement campaigns that cover a wide array of importance to the community at large.
 
Campers of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to attend. Gay, straight allies, young, old, students, professionals, activists and wana-be activists are all welcome. The cost is a suggested donation of $11 that includes meals and equipment. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Camp begins at 8:30 am to 5:30 pm each day. Camp will be held downtown near public transportation. Registrants will be given more detailed information concerning the curriculum and where camp will be held. Out of town participants can ask for housing suggestions. Space is limited so register today by clicking on the web site below. http://www.couragecampaign.org/page/s/campsacramento

Source: www.sacphil.org

Today, the Sacramento Philharmonic and Musicians Union AFM Local 12 announced a new and ratified contract for the next two seasons. Musicians have agreed to a one-year wage freeze and reduced number of performances for the 2009-2010 season, and a return to a full season of performances with restored services for the 2010-2011 season. Included in the new agreement is a provision allowing the release of archival recordings of the Sacramento Philharmonic’s live recordings to be broadcast by Capital Public Radio. The new agreement also strengthens provisions allowing musicians to teach and perform in forums such as schools and hospitals. To view the 2009-2010 performance schedule, please visit: www.sacphil.org/concerts/. Tickets can be purchased online (www.sacphil.org/tickets/) or by calling the Community Center Theater Box Office at 916-264-5181. For group sales call the Sacramento Philharmonic office (Ticket manager: Greg Wellman) at 916-732-9045 ex. 103.

Source: events@capitalcrossroads.org

Our Barn Dance is back & just around the corner. We need your help to make this the best Barn Dance we’ve had & a huge fundraiser for 2010 Sierra Stampede & Shriner’s Children’s Hospital. The event will be Saturday, October 17th, 3p-2a, just off Jackson Hwy in Wilton. Wilton may sound far but it’s closer than you think. From Howe Ave & Folsom Blvd, just head toward Watt Ave and veer right onto Jackson Hwy for a short 13.5 mile drive to Dillard Road and then it’s just about 3 miles to event location. Spread the word & tell your friends.

Gay Sacramento is celebrating our culture this month by giving away a brand new copy of “The L Word: The Complete Final Season” on DVD. To enter, send your name and a brief sentence about why you love our LGBT Sacramento Community, to community@gaysacramento.org. In the subject Line write: The L Word. Winner will be notified via email Nov. 1

Our very famous & favorite event is back! NEW LOCATION! Come join us for a kickin’ good ole time! Featuring 2nd Annual Best Buns of NorCal contest within the Barn Dance! ($5 contestant entry fee). No-Host Full Bar with special guest bartenders from The Bolt & Faces + our very own Jake! ‘Chicken Plop Drop’ will be back again as well! 21+ ONLY! MUST SHOW VALID ID FOR ENTRY! Dancing, Shopping & More! FREE PARKING! Tickets: $10 in advance, $15 at event, BBQ Plate available for only $5 (donation), Sponsorships still available! Limited vendor space still available for only $25! Main event benefits 2010 Sierra Stampede Rodeo & Festival Fund! Best Buns benefits Shriner’s Children’s Hospital!

Saturday, October 17, 2009, 10:00am – 8:00pm, Local Macy’s Locations, Macy’s Shop For A Cause is an opportunity to not only shop and receive incredible savings, but to also benefit the Capital City AIDS Fund (CCAF). $5 gives you a special shopping pass which provides discounts for the day. Tickets are available for sale online at the link below. http://capcityaidsfund.org.kintera.org/shopforacause

Outword Magazine’s Drag Queen Bingo on October 14, 2009 will be benefiting the Capital City AIDS Fund (CCAF). So be sure to show up at Hamburger Patties (1630 J St. Sacramento, CA) at 7 PM to take part in the fun. Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 7:00pm – 9:00pm, Hamburger Patties, 1630 J St., Sacramento, CA