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. Exhibit: A History of African American Educators 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Sunday, March 3-20, at Sacramento History Museum. In honor of Black History Month, the Sojourner Truth Museum presents this new exhibition. Experience the feeling of sitting in an early 20th century classroom, and discover the challenges of segregated schools and the triumphs of educators like Elizabeth Thorn Scott Flood and Sarah Mildred Jones, who broke barriers to provide free public education to all ages and races. Tickets from $6.
  2. Water-Efficient Landscapes Made Easy: Sacramento’s Outdoor Rebate Program Noon-1 p.m. Tuesday, March 4, via Zoom. Join this informative webinar about the City of Sacramento’s outdoor rebate program and discover how to transform your thirsty lawn into a beautiful, water-efficient landscape. City water conservation specialists will provide expert advice, share common mistakes to avoid and offer practical tips for homeowners and businesses looking to take advantage of available rebates for grass conversions, irrigation upgrades, rain barrels and more. All registrants will receive a recording after the event. Free, attendees must register.
  3. Ronnie Baker Brooks 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 4, at Harlow’s. Ronnie Baker Brooks is blues royalty – the son of Chicago blues legend Lonnie Brooks. Ronnie has performed with some of the greatest blues artists of our time, including B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Albert Collins and Koko Taylor, as well as blues-rock legend Eric Clapton. Tickets are $45.
  4. ‘Tina: The Tina Turner Musical’ 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday, and 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, March 4-8, at SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center. Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall, this triumphant story of the Queen of Rock and Roll is set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits. Tickets from $60.
  5. Phatt Tuesday Mardi Gras Celebration 8-11:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 4, at Blue Cue. Get ready to party like they do in New Orleans with beads, masks and all the jazz you can handle. The perfect way to let loose and celebrate Fat Tuesday with friends. Grab your crew, put on your best purple, green and gold, and join a night of fun and music. Tickets are $23.
  6. RIE Imagine: Found Art Exhibition 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays, March 5-March 30, at The Atrium, 1020 Front St. Explore a unique, group-art exhibit curated by Marie “Rie” Thomas. This diverse collection of nine artists challenges traditional boundaries by incorporating found media into imaginative pieces. Showcasing the intersection between art and the environment, each artist engages in a personal dialogue and a commitment to sustainability. What is seen to many as discarded materials is reinvented – and the overlooked is reimagined. Free, attendees must register.
  7. Bach to Beyoncé 6-7 p.m. and 8-9 p.m. Wednesday, March 5, at the Tsakopoulos Library Galleria. UBG Strings is thrilled to invite you to a live performance that promises to take you on a captivating musical journey through time and genre, celebrating the music that connects generations and cultures, showcasing the evolution of sound from baroque to pop. Free, attendees must register.
  8. BLACK MEN: Alive & Well 6-8 p.m. first and third Wednesdays monthly, March 5 and 19, at 520 Ninth St., Suite 102. This is a Black men’s support group that provides an empowering environment in which men can come together to find strength, hope and belonging. Free, attendees are asked to register.
  9. Women In Business Masterclass: AI for Entrepreneurs: Start, Grow, and Scale 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, March 6, at Sierra Health Foundation. Join Mending of Mothers Inc. for an empowering masterclass where women entrepreneurs and business owners learn to harness the power of AI to launch, grow and optimize their ventures. Through practical tools, strategic insights and guidance from experienced mentors, you’ll discover how to streamline operations, improve decision-making and stay ahead of the curve. Tickets are $28.
  10. COMBAT U AND A1 COMBAT PRESENT AMATEUR MMA 6-10 p.m. Friday, March 7, at Sacramento State, the Nest. Join the launch of the Combat U Amateur Series, “Battle at the Hive.” Experience amateur MMA bouts and grappling matches spotlighting Combat U students. Tickets from $46.
  11. BOSSMAN DLOW DLOW CURRY TOUR 7 p.m. Friday, March 7, at Ace of Spades. Don’t miss this up-and-coming rap artist who cites influences from artists like Wiz Khalifa, Babyface Ray, Yo Gotti, Jeezy, Lil Wayne, Plies and Future. Tickets are $53.
  12. Kojo Anim LIVE COMEDY 7-8:30 p.m. and 9:30-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday, March 7-8, at Laughs Unlimited Comedy Club. Kojo Anim has fast become one of the funniest talents to come out of the U.K. comedy circuit. He has opened up for comedy royalty such as Chris Rock, Kevin Hart at Wembley Arena and Dave Chappelle at the Royal Albert Hall. Tickets are $29.
  13. 3rd Annual Women In Red Tea Affair 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, March 8, at 1779 Tribute Road, Suite B. Hosted by Sister Girls in Christ, get ready for a day filled with guest speakers, live music, free lunch and raffles. Hear from women like Patrice Davis, Whitney Henry, Vicki Fisher, Dr. Adreena Lowe, Ebony Marshal and Evg. Sandie Johnson. Tickets from $25.
  14. Sweet Bonds Mommy & Me Cookie Decorating Event 1:30-2:45 p.m. Saturday, March 8, at 2251 Florin Road. Join a fun-filled day of decorating cookies with your little one. This event is all about creating sweet memories and bonding over delicious treats. Tickets are $25 per child (one parent free per child ticket).
  15. 2025 Loyalty Riderz Western Dinner Dance 5 p.m.-midnight Saturday, March 8, at Armaan’s Palace Event Hall, 2301 Longport Court, Elk Grove. Get ready to show off your best Western dance moves and join another fun-filled Loyalty Riderz event. Whether you’re a seasoned line dancer or a beginner, this event is perfect for all levels. Tickets from $71.
  16. Thunder Showdown II Boxing Live 7 p.m. Saturday, March 8, at Thunder Valley Casino, Lincoln. High-voltage live boxing action returns to The Venue with Thunder Showdown II. Eight big fights feature top-level veterans and up-and-coming new names for a night of exhilarating boxing action you won’t want to miss. Tickets from $90.
  17. Mary J. Blige: The For My Fans Tour with NE-YO & Mario 7 p.m. Saturday, March 8, at Golden 1 Center. Don’t miss this epic night of throwback music. Tickets from $100.
  18. Katherine Dunham Dance Technique & Movement Noon-1 p.m. Sunday, March 9, at Move Studio, 7324 Folsom Blvd., Suite A. Nicole Manker, certified Dunham teacher, teaches dance technique and movement classes that are heavily based in Dunham Technique. Wear comfortable clothing. Classes are open to movers of all levels. Bring water, energy and your friends. Tickets are $10.