State GovernmentCalifornia celebrates Juneteenth and America’s 250th anniversary with free historic park passes.June 18, 2026 | Chris FeltsGovernor Gavin Newsom offered a “stark contrast” to the Trump administration in his announcement that admission to California's historic parks will be free for a limited time in honor of Juneteenth and America's 250th birthday.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature June 12th, 2026: Composer Writes Music to Help Deal with Tragedy- Including His Own.June 15, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonWe all know that music heals. Composer Kurt Erickson takes a firsthand approach in writing music to help deal with life's tragedies. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature June 5th, 2026: The Only Thing Better than One Flute Is...Four Flutes!June 12, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonWhen you picture a quartet, most likely string instruments spring to mind, and perhaps at an event like a wedding. But have you considered an all flute quartet? Turns out they do exist, and they can even play jazz! Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionAlvin Prasad to be honored in this weekend's Pride march and festivalJune 11, 2026 | Ruth FinchSacramento Pride, celebrated since 1979, will be coming to downtown Sacramento June 13 and 14. Alvin Prasad, the victim of a hate crime in Lavender Heights late last year will be honored in the Pride march.
