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Author Talk featuring Charlene Johnson
Underground Books Presents
Join us at Underground Books for a powerful and uplifting author event with Coach Charlene Johnson, featuring her latest book When the Moment Chooses You. Through a live reading and discussion, Charlene will share her journey of resilience, purpose, and leadership in the face of adversity. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversation, ask questions, and get their books personally signed. This event is perfect for anyone seeking inspiration to rise, speak out, and make an impact.This FREE event is open to all—come celebrate, connect, and honor Black h
Family Movie Matinee
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Join us for a free family movie matinee at the Guild Theater on Sunday, May 4, at 2 PM, featuring Sonic the Hedgehog 3. In this exciting new installment, Sonic teams up with his friends to face off against new enemies and save the world from danger. Packed with thrilling action, humor, and heart, Sonic 3 promises a fun-filled experience for audiences of all ages. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of adventure and excitement at the Guild Theater!
Comedy Night
Guild Theater
Join us for a night of nonstop laughter on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Hosted by Sacramento’s own Dru Burks, this comedy event features a stellar lineup:
Alvin Duke – Clever, sharp, and sure to keep you laughing.
Hannibal Thompson – A seasoned comedian and actor with worldwide experience, from USO tours to top comedy clubs.
Headliner: EastSide IVO – Viral comedy sensation with millions of followers.
Time:
Doors open at 7:00 PM | Show starts at 8:00 PM
Family Movie Matinee
Guild Theater
Join us for a free family movie matinee at the Guild Theater on Sunday, June 1, at 2 PM, featuring Minions: The Rise of Gru. In this hilarious sequel, young Gru teams up with his mischievous Minions as he embarks on an adventure to become the world’s greatest supervillain. Filled with laughter, action, and heart, this film is perfect for the whole family to enjoy. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled afternoon at the Guild Theater!
2025 Juneteenth Block Party at 40 Acres
St. HOPE Academy
Join us on June 14, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the historic 40 Acres Complex for a dynamic celebration of freedom, culture, and community.
Enjoy live performances by Lucky Witherspoon, Sol Development, and Digital Underground, along with food trucks, local vendors, and a Black-owned business marketplace.
Experience the Stylistics Car Show, craft beer tasting from Oak Park Brewery, and a fun-filled kids’ play space hosted by St. HOPE Public Schools at Esther’s Park.
Family Movie Matinee
Guild Theater
Join us for a free family movie matinee at the Guild Theater on Sunday, August 3, at 2 PM, featuring Moana 2. In this exciting sequel, Moana returns to the seas on a new adventure, facing fresh challenges and discovering more about her heritage and the power of her people. Filled with stunning visuals, captivating music, and an inspiring story, Moana 2 is a perfect film for audiences of all ages. Bring the whole family for a memorable afternoon at the Guild Theater!
Family Movie Matinee
Guild Theater
Join us at the Guild Theater on Sunday, September 7, at 2 PM for a free family movie matinee featuring Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. This action-packed animated adventure follows Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael as they step out of the shadows to protect their city from a mysterious crime syndicate. With thrilling battles, humor, and heart, this film is perfect for all ages. Bring the whole family and enjoy an exciting afternoon at the theater!
Family Movie Matinee
Guild Theater
Join us at the Guild Theater on Sunday, October 5, at 2 PM for a free family movie matinee featuring Hocus Pocus 2. The Sanderson sisters are back in this fun and magical sequel, bringing new adventures and mischief to Salem. After being accidentally resurrected, the witches must be stopped before they cast a spell over the town once again. Filled with humor, magic, and Halloween spirit, this film is perfect for the whole family. Do not miss this special afternoon at the theater!
Oak Park Black Film Festival 2025
Guild Theater
Join us from October 7 to October 12, 2025, for an unforgettable celebration of African-American stories and history through the power of cinema. The Oak Park Black Film Festival shines a spotlight on the voices of African-American filmmakers, featuring an inspiring lineup of independent feature films, thought-provoking documentaries, and captivating short films.
Family Movie Matinee
Guild Theater
Join us at the Guild Theater on Sunday, November 2, at 2 PM for a free family movie matinee featuring The Wild Robot. This heartwarming adventure brings Peter Brown’s beloved book to life, following Roz, a robot stranded on a remote island who must learn to survive and connect with the wildlife around her. Filled with breathtaking animation, action, and touching moments, this film is perfect for audiences of all ages. Do not miss this unforgettable story of discovery, friendship, and resilience on the big screen. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of excitement and wonder.
Family Movie Matinee
Guild Theater
Join us at the Guild Theater on Sunday, December 7, at 2 PM for a free family movie matinee featuring The Grinch. Experience the heartwarming and hilarious story of the Grinch as he plots to steal Christmas from the cheerful residents of Whoville. With stunning animation, festive spirit, and a message about the true meaning of the holiday season, this film is perfect for the whole family. Do not miss this fun and magical afternoon at the movies.
POHOP: Poetry and Hip Hop Night
Guild Theater
POHOP is the Guild Theater’s monthly Poetry and Hip Hop Night.
Hosted by J.Nash, POHOP sheds its light on the masses.
Amateur Night
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Think you have talent? The monthly Amateur Night at the Guild Theater features some of the best local talent in Sacramento. Come showcase your singing, dancing, comedy or any other skill in front of a live audience who can make or break you!
Day Party at Esther’s Park
April - October
Monthly
Day Parties at Esther’s Park is the hottest day party in Sacramento. Day Parties at Esther’s Park is an unforgettable experience that includes a bar, live DJ, games, great vibes, and amazing people! Day Esther’s Park gives the community a safe space to party in the day and have fun in the sun!
Comedy Night at The Guild
Guild Theater
Every Month!
Comedy Night at The Guild is the hottest comedy show in Sacramento, hosted by our one and only local comedian, Dru Burks. Comedy Night is an unforgettable experience that includes a newly remodeled bar, hilarious local comedians, top of the line sound system, and much more! Comedy Night gives the community a safe space to laugh and enjoy themselves.
Walking tour highlights Oak Park’s Black history and revitalization
A walking tour led by Dru Burks highlights Oak Park’s Black history, cultural landmarks and ongoing revitalization efforts.
OAK PARK, Calif. —
Oak Park is one of Sacramento’s most historic neighborhoods, and this Black History Month, a special walking tour is bringing its stories to life.
The tour of the 40 Acres Art and Cultural Complex takes participants through the legacy of Oak Park. Leading the tour is Sacramento comedian Dru Burks, who shares the history behind this cultural hub. The hour-long tour kicks off at the historic Guild Theater.
Join Us for Christmas at 40 Acres to Celebrate the Holiday Season!
We are hosting our annual Christmas at 40 Acres, a multicultural community celebration with activities for kids and people of all ages. This festive event which features Underground Books, Guild Theater, Fixins Soul Kitchen, Old Soul Co., and World Class Faders Barbershop is a great way to kick off the holiday season.
Shop Talk Lately Featuring Sacramento Native Keith Powers
Guild Theater
Shop Talk Lately is a live, community-centered discussion series hosted by entrepreneur Sebastian Jackson, designed to blend barbershop culture with engaging conversations among cultural icons and innovators. Held in intimate theaters across the U.S., the show combines entertainment, audience participation, and stories of resilience to empower and unite communities, especially the Black community. This installment features actor and model Keith Powers, known for his roles in Straight Outta Compton, The New Edition Story, and Uglies.
Special Movie Screening of “Albany Road” at the Guild Theater
The Guild Theater is thrilled to be among the select venues premiering the public debut of Albany Road, the film that recently won Best Feature Film at the 2024 Oak Park Black Film Festival. Albany Road will be playing at the Guild Theater on Friday, November 29, 2024, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. The Sacramento Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, and Delta Sigma Theta have joined us in sponsoring the event and have tickets available.
Sacramento’s Juneteenth events feature The 1619 Project creator at Oak Park’s Guild Theater
With Juneteenth this week Sacramento has parties, marches and more in celebration.
This Wednesday, the California Black Agricultural Working Group will host a celebration at the Capitol State Park as well as a resource fair. People are invited to “experience our unique California Journey from Slavery to Freedom here in the Great State of California,” according to the organization’s flyer.
Celebration Arts to Present FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE / WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF
January 3, 2024
Directed by the visionary Voress Franklin, this iconic choreopoem will grace the stage at the historic Guild Theater from February 2nd to 25th, marking the second year of a decade-long partnership with St. HOPE.
Oak Park Black Film Festival opens its annual five-day run. Here’s what’s showing
October 11, 2023
The Oak Park Black Film Festival opens its annual five-day run Wednesday night screening short, feature and documentary works by an array of African-American filmmakers.
The Guild Theater, 2828 35th St., is the setting for the second annual festival with its mix of film showings, interviews and discussion. The festival is 5-9 p.m. daily through Sunday, Oct. 15. Tickets are $15 to $100.
Oak Park Juneteenth Block Party Leaves Community Hopeful, Energized
CBS 13 - June 19, 2022
Juneteenth Celebration In Oak Park Promotes Opportunity For Change
Inaugural Oak Park Black Film Festival Stirs Passions
September 17, 2022
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(OAK PARK) – On a moment’s notice, Dr. Julius Garvey flew across the country from New York City to attend the inaugural Oak Park Black Film Festival in Sacramento. He’d been invited to sit on the discussion panel for the short film about his father, “Whirlwind: The Marcus Garvey Story,” directed by Shaka Satori.
Guild Record Studio Grand Opening
The official grand opening of Guild Record Studios held last month on February 25th brought a large turnout of local creatives and also served as a listening party for Sacramento’s own, TIP Vicious for his upcoming EP “No Sleep”, which was produced and recorded at Guild Studios.
The Guild Record Studio is managed by Guild Theater Director, Dru Burks, and studio Engineer, Bobby “Babagazoo” Reed. The studio offers affordably priced recording sessions and membership packages for vocal recording, music production, podcasting, voice overs, mixing and mastering.
Free Movie Matinee
Looking for something to do on the weekend? Come one, come all to the Sunday Movie Matinee at the Guild Theater on the 1st Sunday of each month at 2pm. Bring your family, friends or come by yourself to watch (or rewatch!) some of the most popular feature films on the big screen. St. HOPE is pleased to present these family friendly movies that are FREE for the entire community!
Movie Schedule:
March 6 “Hidden Figures”
April 3 “Black Panther”
May 1 “A Wrinkle in Time”
Colour of Music Festival Debuts in Sacramento November 10-13
We are thrilled to welcome the Colour of Music Festival to Sacramento! Since 2013, the Colour of Music Festival has showcased the talents of black classical musicians and composers and highlighted their impact and historical significance on American and world culture. The Festival began with performances in Charleston, South Carolina and is now bringing some of the top black classical musicians, trained at some of the most prestigious music schools, conservatories and universities in the world, to Sacramento.
