Sacramento RegionA sculpture, a missing poster, and a body bag: A moon rock’s journey in SacramentoMarch 25, 2026 | Ruth FinchA beloved sculpture in downtown Sacramento, affectionately called the “salt lick,” left the SAFE Credit Union Plaza in September. The neighborhood around the convention center yearned for its return. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature March 13, 2026: Harpist from the Detroit Symphony moves here to Sacramento, and brings her own record label with her!March 17, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonHarpist Kerstin Allvin is a multi-genre artist with her own record label and school for harp! Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionSMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity offers free admission for students affected by teacher strikesMarch 12, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisMOSAC is stepping up to help local families by offering free admission to students affected by the Twin Rivers and Natomas Unified School District teacher strikes. Parents' tickets are discounted.
Sacramento Region‘The ice is flat for everybody’: Finding the spirit and camaraderie of curling in RosevilleMarch 9, 2026 | Sarit Laschinsky | Andrew GarciaThe sport is a highlight of the Winter Olympics, defined by strategy, teamwork and tactical thinking. For those looking to get on the ice for the first time, look no further than the Skatetown Ice Arena in Roseville. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionFrom Aztlán to Magulandia to Sacramento: The story behind CLARA's giant dog - or foxMarch 5, 2026 | Ruth FinchThe statue was built in 2000, and is caught mid-stride in a suit and tie. The artist, Gilbert “Magu” Luján, helped launch the Chicano art movement in the early seventies.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature, February 27 2026: Choral Conductor Julie Adams embodies the heart of CapRadio's musical programmingMarch 4, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonBoth classical and jazz are reflected in this feature of choral conductor Julie Adams, as is her mission to make the world a better place through music. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionHow two Sacramento nonprofits are making the arts more affordableMarch 3, 2026Capital Stage and the California Museum make art, history and cultural experiences more accessible.
Arts and LifestyleDig into a blooming art scene this March in the CapitalMarch 2, 2026Visual arts events roundup for March.
Sacramento Region28th annual Free Museum Weekend returns to SacramentoFebruary 25, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisThe SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity, Sacramento History Museum and the Sojourner Truth museums are three of the 20 museums that will have free admission for a limited number of people the first weekend of March.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature, February 20th 2026: Bassoonist Dr. David Wells Discloses How Swimming Helps Him Perform OnstageFebruary 24, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonBassoonist David Wells discusses using his instrument for a variety of musical genres, and also how long distance swimming helps him breathe while playing. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalLocal Artist Feature, February 13th 2026: Oboist Dr. Cindy Behmer is everywhere in town!February 17, 2026 | Jennifer ReasonEvery Friday at noon and 6pm Jennifer Reason curates and hosts the Local Artist Feature on air, created to highlight and celebrate the extraordinary talent right here in our region. Come meet your musical neighbors! Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionMessy, precise, inherently musical: Cake’s John McCrea remembers guitarist Greg BrownFebruary 13, 2026 | Jen Picard | Vicki GonzalezThe founding guitarist of Sacramento’s quintessential rock band has passed away after a brief illness. Greg Brown helped start Cake with lead singer John McCrea in the 1990s, and was the songwriter behind their hit piece, “The Distance.” Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Region‘Shell Song’: A Roseville author’s new book draws from her grandfather’s incarceration during WWIIFebruary 13, 2026 | Vicki GonzalezSharon Fujimoto-Johnson’s latest children’s book is inspired by her Japanese American roots, and the seashells her grandfather collected at two different internment camps during the war. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionLocal band The Mighty Wallops are bringing the sound of New Orleans to Northern CaliforniaFebruary 12, 2026 | Andrew Garcia | Vicki Gonzalez | Jen PicardGrab your beads, a slice of king cake and celebrate the Mardi Gras season right by listening to Vicki Gonzalez’s conversation with madcap jazz band The Mighty Wallops. And check out some of the songs they recorded right here in the CapRadio studios! Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionWest Sacramento exhibit at Gallery 1075 features local artists for Black History MonthFebruary 11, 2026West Sacramento's Department of Parks and Recreation is showcasing art by local artists for Black History Month.
