Issue: June 13, 2019
This week, SN&R presents our annual Summer Guide, with a focus on how to have fun and take advantage of all the Sacramento region has to offer while still being eco-friendly and sustainable.
In News, Scott Thomas Anderson writes about Sacramento County's renewed effort to deal with the illegal trafficking and public health consequences of meth. Graham Womack reports on an unusual dispute between the Placer County district attorney and Rocklin police over video of an officer-involved altercation.
In Stage, we have a review of The Forever Question and a preview of the New Comedies Festival, both at B Street Theatre.
In her weekly Garden column, Debbie Arrington checks in with the local carnivorous plants show, which has moved to Father's Day weekend.
In Voices, an activist argues that uniformed police have no place in gay pride events and a UC Davis graduating senior explains why she gave up rock climbing. I write about why an Oakland youth center is bankrolling a ballot measure in Sacramento.
As always, thanks for reading. To read the full stories, click the links below. But don't forget to pick up a print copy of SN&R for exclusive event picks and other content.
— Foon Rhee
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A crystalized crisis
As meth trafficking surges, Sacramento County launches new coalition to combat public health epidemic.
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Release date
Hearing will determine if public sees video that spurred prosecution of acquitted Rocklin police officer.
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Taxing Peter to subsidize Paul
Newsom proposes tax penalty on uninsured to help middle class.
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University of the streets
California college student homelessness remains a problem without easy solutions amid housing shortage.
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Below the bar
State agency disbars three Sacramento-area attorneys in 12 weeks.
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Outside money? Not really
There’s a reason why an Oakland-based youth center is bankrolling a ballot measure for children in Sacramento.
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Breaking up is hard to do
Unexpected gifts from an ex, and breakup sex.
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Police have no place in gay liberation
Police have no place in gay liberation.
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My love affair with climbing
Ending a lifelong hobby of climbing was difficult, but liberating.
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Evey Fisher: Jackrabbit Brewing Company’s taproom manager
Among other responsibilities, Evey Fisher gets to imagine which edible flavors go well with drinkable ones.
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Review: The Forever Question at B Street Theatre
Last year’s winner of the New Comedies Festival gets the full-stage treatment.
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Preview: New Comedies Festival at B Street Theatre
Four plays get a chance to compete for best new comedy.
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Front Street Brewfest at Front Street Shelter
Get your charitable beer on at the Front Street Brewfest.
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ArtMix: Pride the Musical II
Celebrate all things musical and performance-related at the Pride installment of ArtMix.
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Live on the Boulevard at El Dorado Hills Town Center
Grab a seat on the boulevard with this concert series.
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El Dorado County Fair
Grab a wheelbarrow and head down to the El Dorado County Fair.
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Stream historical footage of Paris from the Silent Era
Step into the streets of Paris circa 1900—they’re riveting.
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These plants feed themselves
Sacramento’s carnivorous plant show moves to Father’s Day weekend summary.
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Weed and summertime
Summertime! What are the best activities for adventurous stoners this glorious time of year?
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A colorful history of stigmas
Graphic novelist and cartoonist Box Brown’s latest work tells the storied history of marijuana through vivid imagery.
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How to be eco-friendly this summer
Vacation, shop and volunteer while being eco-friendly this summer.
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Vacationing green
Vacationing green is great, but how much difference does it make?
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Tips for sustainable vacationing
Five tips for sustainable vacationing.
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Peak adventure
Take a half day with this trek to Stebbins Cold Canyon Loop.
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Maroon yourself
Two man-made lakes filled with wakeboarders and obstacle courses: Have you been to Wake Island Waterpark?
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Starstruck
The region’s best place to stargaze is in Placerville.
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Pick up and go
Jog and clean the American River Parkway by plogging.
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Work out for the world
California Eco Fitness powers the environment.
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Drive like a flapper
The California Automobile Museum is teaching folks the humble art of driving a Ford Model T.
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Going green for purple gold
Wineries that make top vintages with an eco-friendly touch.
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Chill out, amp up
Five iced coffee drinks to jolt your summer.
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Summertime, and the drinking is easy
Five low-alcohol beers to sip throughout the day.
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Thrift-store activism
Save the planet through secondhand fashion.
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Natural abundance
Stock your kitchen at these three eco-friendly farms.
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Let’s go to the movies
Escape the heat with these eight summer flick picks.
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Sounds al fresco
Hit the great outdoors for these five summer concerts.
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Walk among art
Check out these new exhibits opening June to September.
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Booze cruise
Sail away the summer on the Sacramento Brew Boat.
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Movies under the stars
West Wind Sacramento 6 Drive-In puts nostalgia into focus.
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Lose the roof
Relax at one at one of Sacramento’s open-air bars.
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Keeping it fresh
What’s new at the California State Fair in 2019.
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