By Nicholas Ibarra | OBSERVER Staff Writer

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. 6th Annual Gamma Epsilon Foundation Scholarship Golf Tournament – 8 a.m. Monday, July 22, at Catta Verdera Country Club, Lincoln. The scholarship fundraiser includes a merchandise tent, caddies for all foursomes, putting contest, longest drive competition, a chance to win a new car on the hole-in-one challenge and more. The tournament also includes food and beverage on the course and a wrap-up dinner that recognizes the winning golfers and supporting partners. Proceeds fund the Gamma Epsilon Foundation scholarship program, which helps promising students of color in the greater Sacramento area enter STEM, law, and medicine, and other rigorous academic programs. Single golf tickets are $268. Foursomes are $1,068 and include two golf carts, four mulligans, food and beverage provided on course and four tickets to the awards dinner. Award dinner tickets are $108.
  2. California State Fair – 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays and 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays-Sundays, through July 28, at Cal Expo. Experience all the fair has to offer from carnival food, rides, the Toyota Concert Series, horse races, cook-offs and so much more. Advance tickets from $14.
  3. Sacramento Roller Rink – 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, through Sept. 28 at 705 K St. The Summer Roller Rink activation transforms an underutilized downtown space into a vibrant community hub for public roller skating sessions. Beyond just gliding around, the rink will be a festival of music, dance, family-friendly entertainment and pop-up experiences, capturing the spirit of Sacramento’s rich history and showcasing its exciting present. Tickets from $15.
  4. Youth Healing Circle – 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 2251 Florin Road No. 156. Hooked On Fishing Not Violence presents this weekly event where youth can talk about their experiences and grow from them. Featuring special guest speakers and more. Free and open to the community.
  5. Blues & Bourbon: Mark Hummel’s “Tribute to James Cotton” w/ James Cotton Blues Band – 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 24, at Harlow’s. The iconic harmonica maestro James Cotton passed away in 2017 at age 81. Considered by many as the last great harp titan of the generation. James’ remarkable career spanned six decades, firmly establishing him among the pantheon of all-time blues greats. Hummel is renowned for producing his Blues Harmonica Blowouts for 30 years, which included Cotton in seven national tours. Tickets are $45.
  6. Lance Woods – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 24, at Punch Line Comedy Club. The Sacramento native is one of the hottest, most sought after young comedians today. His high-energy style, unique storytelling ability and clever punchlines give him universal appeal. Tickets are $25.
  7. Maxi Priest – 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 24, at Crest Theatre. Maxi Priest is a British reggae vocalist of Jamaican descent best known for singing reggae with an R&B influence, otherwise known as reggae fusion. Don’t miss this epic reggae show. Tickets from $80.
  8. Join Single Mom Strong for Karaoke and a Cocktail for a cause! – 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25, at The Empowerment Center by Single Mom Strong, 7525 Auburn Blvd. suite 5, Citrus Heights. Every month, Single Mom Strong provides three to four opportunities to connect with other local single mothers. One of those opportunities is the monthly Mom’s Night (or Day) Out (MNO) event. This month, they’re headed to The Boardwalk for karaoke night. Get to know other local single moms while you “refill your cup.” The events are opportunities to get together with women of similar circumstances and share new experiences, discuss challenges or wins, and share ideas or resources while also just enjoying a fun break. All single moms are welcome. Inexpensive, quality child care is always available during these events at Single Mom Strong’s licensed facility, but space fills quickly, so register as soon as you know you can attend. Your ticket will include one beverage and part of shared table appetizers. You will pay $10 separately if you decide to sing.
  9. Journeys of Jazz: The Pacific Standard Jazz Sextet – 7-9 p.m. Thursday, July 25, at Crocker Art Museum. Sacramento’s longest-running summer jazz series embarks on a journey with an innovative lineup of contemporary musicians interpreting and blending jazz influences with their own unique styles. Enjoy live music in a loose, easygoing atmosphere in the Crocker’s outdoor courtyard and bring a chair for the best seat in the house. Each concert consists of two 45-minute sets with a 15-minute intermission, during which you can stretch your legs with a guided art chat in the galleries, shop in the museum store, or grab a bite from Majka at the Crocker. No outside food and drink allowed. Tickets from $15.
  10. Bay Area Bosses Tour with B Legit, Celly Cel & Mac Mall – 7 p.m. Thursday, July 25, at Harlow’s. This Bay Area hip-hop collective, presented by JT the Bigga Figga, consists of local ’90s legends. Tickets from $33.
  11. 4th Annual Small Business Success Summit and After4Jazz Networking Mixer – 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and 4:30-6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 27, at Florin Square. The Florin Square Community Development Association has set up this summit to provide opportunities to speak with a panel of professionals from different fields to explain the intricacies of business such as contracting, artificial intelligence, business and banking, nonprofits, women in business, the process and procedures of starting a business, and marketing and social media. Tickets are $20.
  12. Comedy Night at the Guild Theater – 7-9 p.m. Saturday, July 27, at the Guild Theater. Sacramento’s very own comedy dynamo Dru Burks brings his quick wit and infectious humor to the stage. With years of experience and a knack for keeping the crowd in stitches, Dru guarantees a night of laughter you won’t soon forget. Featured comedians include Spanky Hayes, cast member from “Wild ‘N Out,” and Hannibal Thompson, who has worked with comedy heavyweights like Mark Curry, Sinbad and Bill Bellamy. The headliner is Alex Thomas, a writer on “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” who has performed numerous comedy specials. Tickets from $35.
  13. Culture Cafe & Student Panel by Cal Poly San Luis Obispo – 1-4:30 p.m. Sunday, July 28, at Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum. This event presents a chance for prospective high school students and their families to explore museum exhibits and delve into history, witnessing the ongoing emergence of Black Excellence and its trajectory into the future. A diverse panel of students and alumni will share their remarkable projects and recent hands-on learning experiences. A Southern meal catered by Fixins concludes the event. Student attendees with strong GPAs are eligible to win a $2,000 scholarship to attend Cal Poly Engineering Possibilities in College next summer. Sojourner Truth Museum Executive Director Shonna McDaniels will announce the scholarship recipients during the student panel at the Digital Café. We celebrate diversity and welcome all who wish to stand united in America’s shared history and future. Free and open to the public.
  14. The Sound of Art – Presented by John’Nay Lasha – 2-6 p.m. Sunday, July 28, at Bear Dive, 1330 H St. Fifteen performers, from singers, rappers, dancers and poets, will take the stage. Eight creators will display and sell their art. Performers include John’Nay Lasha, Jaji Preme, Lil Marvaless, Isaiah Guerrero, Korri Samaad, DameLaSoul, Astro, Luna Soul, NoGravity, K. Hooks, Scribe of Joseph, Jaliyah, Vonkiah, Bleú Billionz and Joaby. Creators include @zenafvibe, @xan.tzio, @j4gu_, @jq96_artshow, @trewayjuiceco, @thee.rich, @dusasartshop and @vonkiahsintuition. Tickets are $10.
  15. Author Event: Brian Copeland in conversation with Tracie Stafford – 3-4:30 p.m. Sunday, July 28, at A Seat at the Table Books, 9257 Laguna Springs Drive No. 130, Elk Grove. Brian Copeland shares readings from and answers questions about his brilliant, groundbreaking new novel, “Outraged.” An award-winning author, playwright, actor and more, Copeland will be in spirited conversation with his sister Tracie Stafford, a local leader and the inspiration behind one of his novel’s main characters. The novel features an “exciting and entertaining blend of action, mystery, and social commentary” (Jonathan Kellerman) as a TV investigative reporter and his sister, a San Francisco homicide detective, look into the slayings of Bay Area cops who have shot unarmed African Americans yet faced no repercussions. Weaving their way through a world of grieving mothers and widows, African American militias, dirty cops and drug dealers, the siblings search for the truth that threatens to leave one or both dead. Free and open to the public. Book copies are $24.
  16. (((folkYEAH!))) Presents Ladysmith Black Mambazo – 7 p.m. Sunday, July 28, at the Crest Theatre. This year, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, led by founder and leader Joseph Shabalala, celebrated more than 50 years of joyous and uplifting music. Within this music are the intricate rhythms and harmonies of their native South African musical traditions. In those years, the a cappella vocal group has created a musical and spiritual spirit that has touched a worldwide audience. Their musical efforts over the past five decades have garnered praise and accolades from a wide body of people, organizations and countries. Tickets from $40.