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Mother Rose Giving Tree
Underground Books
The Mother Rose Giving Tree is a community-driven holiday initiative at Underground Books that invites customers to give the gift of reading. Shoppers can support the program by purchasing books and gift items in-store, online from the Mother Rose Giving Tree book list, or by calling the store to place an order. All donated items are placed in the Giving Tree basket and shared with those in need, continuing Mother Rose’s legacy of literacy, love, and community care.
Coffee & A Gift Mondays
Underground Books
Coffee & A Gift Mondays is a special Black History Month promotion celebrating Black culture, community, and small businesses at the 40 Acres Art and Cultural Complex.
Walking Tour of Oak Park’s 40 Acres
Guild Theater
As part of Black History Month at 40 Acres, experience a guided walking tour through Oak Park’s cultural cornerstone, led by Sacramento comedian Dru Burks.
Beginning at the historic Guild Theater, this one-hour tour explores the people, places, and movements that shaped Oak Park into the vibrant cultural hub it is today. Guests will walk through the 40 Acres Art and Cultural Complex, highlighting landmarks such as Underground Books, Old Soul Co., Fixins Soul Kitchen, and more, while learning about Oak Park’s history, resilience, and ongoing revitalization.
Crafted by Culture: Bourbon Tasting
Fixin's Soul Kitchen
Celebrate Black History Month with an intimate bourbon tasting featuring John Lee Hooker Legacy Spirits at Fixins Soul Kitchen. This special evening highlights a Black family-owned brand founded by John Lee Hooker’s daughter and grandson, honoring the legendary blues icon through craftsmanship, culture, and storytelling.
An Evening with Kelvin Truitt
Guild Theater
Celebrate Black History Month with an intimate live performance by Kelvin Truitt at the historic Guild Theater.
As part of Black History Month at the 40 Acres Complex, the Guild Theater presents an intimate evening with Kelvin Truitt, a rising artist whose work blends soul, storytelling, and honest reflection.
Women’s Seminar: Your Financial Journey
Guild Theater
Women’s Seminar: Your Financial Journey is an empowering evening focused on financial equity, confidence, and women supporting women, presented as part of the 40 Acres Black History Month programming and hosted by Malonn Barnes.
The event features a Financial Equity Workshop followed by Her Power, Her Path, a panel discussion with community leaders Deneva Shelton and Azizza Davis Goines, highlighting leadership, wealth-building, and community impact.
February 24 · 5:00 PM PST
Sisters of Nia: Black History Month Talent Show
Guild Theater
Enjoy an evening of youth creativity and entertainment as talented performers ages 11–15 take the stage for the Sisters of Nia Youth Talent Show. The event features music, dance, spoken word, and more, celebrating confidence, artistry, and community.
Snacks, drinks, and Sisters of Nia swag will be available for purchase, with all proceeds supporting programs that empower youth through leadership, culture, and self-expression.
Author Talk Featuring Teddy Riley
Underground Books
Join us for an in-person chat with the amazing Teddy Riley! Get the scoop on his latest work, hear some cool stories, and maybe ask a question or two. It’s a chill chance to hang out and dive into the world of writing with a pro. Don’t miss out on this awesome event!
Grammy Award–winning R&B and hip-hop legend Teddy Riley recounts his journey from growing up in the projects in Harlem to inventing the genre New Jack Swing, selling out shows at Madison Square Garden, and creating music for Michael Jackson, Snoop Dogg, Pharrell, and more.
Author Talk Featuring Ben Crump
Underground Books
A nationally recognized advocate for justice, Attorney Crump has represented families in some of the most significant civil rights cases of our time. In his latest work, he offers a profound look at the ongoing fight for equity, accountability, and systemic change in America—sharing personal insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and a call to action for the next generation.
This special author talk will include a moderated conversation, audience Q&A, and an opportunity to meet the author.
Author Talk Featuring Jordan Robinson
Underground Books
Author Talk Featuring Jordan Robinson’s “Court Queens”
The WNBA has shattered attendance, viewership and sponsorship records over the past two years, drawing massive numbers as it’s increased its cultural footprint. For sports journalists and superfans like Emma Baccellieri and Jordan Robinson, it’s about time. They’ve created a stunning tribute to the women who’ve made the sport what it is today, both the well-known stars and the lesser-known heroes who didn’t always get the shine they deserved.
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
Guild Theater
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.
Sacramento’s Guild Theater Has Showcased Black Culture For 110 Years
August 14, 2025
Through renovations, restorations, and origins dating more than a century, the Guild Theater has been a pillar of Oak Park, creating connections and memories across greater Sacramento.
Built in 1915, the theater was originally one of several movie houses that served Oak Park. After it sat vacant for many years, St. HOPE acquired the building in 2003 and brought new life and purpose to the space.
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.