By Nicholas Ibarra | OBSERVER Staff Writer

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All listed events, and more, can be viewed online on The OBSERVER’s community events calendar at SacObserver.com. Be sure to submit your events two weeks in advance to have the chance to be featured on the list.

  1. Sacramento Job Fair – 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 23, online. Attending this job fair will save you time and energy finding a job. You may have already sent dozens of résumés to employers, only to wonder why they don’t get back to you. The key is getting in front of the right recruiter or hiring manager at the right time. Register today to make sure you’re one of the candidates hired at this job fair. Free and open to the public.
  2. What Heaven Starts, Hell Cannot Stop Conference ’23 – 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 23, through Sunday, Oct. 29, at New Season Worship and online. Unleash the unstoppable force within you. Hear from dynamic speakers, engage in thought-provoking discussions and experience powerful worship sessions. Free and open to the public.
  3. Drug Use + Consent – 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, at Marsha P. Johnson Center South. Dive into this important topic whether you’re curious, concerned or just want to learn more. Explore the complexities and nuances surrounding drug use and how it intersects with consent. Free and open to the public.
  4. Good Grief: Grief in the Black Community – 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, online. Explore how to understand and cope with grief and loss on several levels, especially during the pandemic. Examine how loss impacts our day-to-day lives, the mental health of ourselves, loved ones, our community and where to find resources for support. Free and open to the public.
  5. 2023 Influence Awards Dinner – 6-10 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, at Center at Twenty-Three Hundred. The region’s most influential communicators and aspiring public relations professionals celebrate the exemplary work being produced across the greater Sacramento region. All communications professionals are invited to mix, mingle and make new professional connections as they celebrate our region’s best strategic communications work. Tickets from $60.
  6. WOW Wednesday – 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, at Spiritual Life Center. Led by Rev. James Trapp, this introductory course addresses the overlooked and underrepresented metaphorical interpretations of the Bible and how the people, places and events reflect how we can progress spiritually. Donations accepted.
  7. 2023 Unity Bar Dinner – 5:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, at the Center at Twenty-Three Hundred. Celebrate diversity and unity in the Sacramento legal community. Indulge in delicious food, great company and a lively atmosphere. This event promises to bring together people from all walks of life, fostering unity and camaraderie. Tickets from $40.
  8. 2023 Sacramento Poetry Day Awards Gala – 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, at Tsakopoulos Library. Everyone is invited to help honor some of the city’s most powerful voices. The dress code is fly and admissions, food and beverages are on the house. Special performances and surprises. Help celebrate Sacramento’s poetry and spoken word community.
  9. Torch Awards for Ethics Awards Ceremony – 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, at Sacramento Better Business Bureau. A celebration of integrity, trust and ethical excellence in the business community. The Torch Awards are presented to businesses that consistently go above and beyond in their interactions with customers, employees, vendors and the wider community. These businesses have demonstrated a dedication to ethical business practices, honesty, transparency and accountability. Tickets from $65.
  10. The Dave Terry All-Star Band Masquerade Ball – 6:30-11 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, at Dante Event Center. Find a mask and wear your snazziest dress for a night of great music, dancing, food and drinks. Your ticket doubles as your raffle ticket for a chance to win great prizes. Tickets from $45.
  11. 2023 NorCal ITE Oktoberfest Best Ball Golf Tournament – 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27, at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex. A day of golf, prizes, beers and brats. In addition, a raffle will be hosted with proceeds going to the ITE Western District Student Endowment Fund. Tickets from $75.
  12. Job, Information and Resource Fair – 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27, at Florin Market. Whether you’re a seasoned professional seeking new horizons or a recent graduate eager to embark on your career path, this event is your gateway to exciting opportunities and connections. Free event but registration is encouraged.
  13. Relax, Release and Refresh – 3 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Oct. 27-29, at Hilton Garden Inn Sacramento Elk Grove. A three-day women’s retreat for prosperity, health and wellness. The event includes but is not limited to tea tasting, pajama party, spa therapy, foot spa, nutrition workshop, a wellness expo and more. Tickets from $600.
  14. Halloween Bar Crawl – 4 p.m.-midnight Friday-Saturday, Oct. 27-28, at Revival at the Sawyer. Two days of bar crawl adventures with 2-3 drinks included with your ticket. Bars include Dive Bar (Saturday only), Henry’s Lounge, Oishii Sushi and Karaoke (Saturday only), Old Tavern, Streets Pub, Zebra Club and Tipsy Putt. Tickets from $10.
  15. Rise, Empower and Unleash Intensive – 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27, and 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Oct. 28, at Maidu Community Center. Get the tools, motivation and support you need to break free from limitations, overcome obstacles and harness your potential. Our lineup of dynamic speakers, thought leaders and truth tellers will share their powerful stories, insights and strategies to help you unleash your true power. Tickets from $85.
  16. Home Opener: Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors – 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27, at Golden 1 Center. The Kings take on their Bay Area rivals. Tickets from $105.
  17. Musiq Soulchild – 7:30-11:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27, at Crest Theatre. The R&B legend is known for classics such as “Newness,” “Just Friends” and “Love.” Tickets from $40.
  18. Sacramento Black College Expo – 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, at Sacramento State. Meet with HBCUs and other colleges, and get accepted on the spot with scholarships. High school juniors and seniors must bring transcripts and ACT or SAT scores. College transfers must bring transcripts from all colleges they have attended. Free and open to the public.
  19. 23rd Annual Children of Promise Conference – 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, via BCDI Sacramento Facebook or YouTube channel. The Theme is: Raising Children of Promise: The Digital Dilemma. Speakers include Berry Accius and Francine Tournour. The conference is free and open to the public.
  20. Fenta Nah: Fentanyl Awareness Fall Festival – 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, at Capitol Mall Camellia Grove. Join a powerful event dedicated to fentanyl awareness and prevention. Free and open to the public. 
  21. Gun Violence Restraining Orders Listening Session – Noon-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, at Rose Family Creative Empowerment Center. WEAVE wants your input to better understand and learn the best ways to share information about legal protections and resources available for survivors of domestic violence when there are guns in the home. Information provided by participants will be used to inform WEAVE’s communication strategies and gun violence awareness campaign material.
  22. Halloween with OSE and 97.5 KDEE – 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, at Hilton Sacramento Arden West. Old School Entertainment and 97.5 KDEE bring you Sacramento’s hottest and biggest Halloween party. Don’t miss out on DJ Mel and Racer C spinning the hottest old-school and R&B jams. This event is for people 35 and older. Tickets from $20.
  23. Nightmare Before Halloween – 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, at Park Ultra Lounge. The Park’s annual Saturday-night-before-Halloween celebration and costume contest begins at midnight. First place $500, second place Gold VIP Table for 10 ($400 Value), 3rd Place $100 Gift Card. Tickets from $15.
  24. Single Mom Strong – 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29, at Sacramento Zoo. From up-close encounters with amazing and exotic animals, to rides and attractions, lush landscaping and hidden art gems, your day is sure to be filled with learning, laughter and a world of exciting attractions and experiences. Tickets from $4/child and $8/parent.