Don’t forget to Vote. Election day is Tuesday 11/8/2022!! Learn more: https://elections.saccounty.net/Pages/howtovote.aspx.
Mark your calendars, SacRT is offering free rides system-wide on all fixed-route bus, including Causeway Connection, Elk Grove, e-van, Folsom and Rancho CordoVan, light rail, SmaRT Ride and SacRT GO transit services on Election Day, Tuesday, November 8. No flyer or exemption code necessary to ride free. https://www.sacrt.com/apps/drivethevote/
escape Velocity mission
To create space, opportunity and programming to empower and assist the underserved communities of Sacramento to defy gravity with an emphasis on it’s youth because they are our future. We believe it is through them that generational trauma can be broken and will be the catalyst for changing the trajectory to a course that is more desirable for African-Americans. We provide resources, assistance and information to our community that strengthens FAMILY:
- Family Connections
- Art & Culture
- Mental Health & Wellness
- Internal Growth/Business
- Literacy
- Youth Workforce Development/Jobs/Education
Thank you
We want to thank everyone that came to SacTownYouthNights on Friday 11/4/22. The self-care professionals did an amazing job providing FREE services to youth and their families.
Youth enjoyed the Self-Care stations, food, desserts, music, drumming, games, raffle prizes, poetry, art pop-up stations, pillow making station, table tennis, game station, arcade station, hip hop dancers and the selfie photo booth.
Thank you to our community partner Sojo Museum, Dj Tim Poole, all the artist, vendors, youth and parents.
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#sactownyouthnights
The Escape Velocity / Sojo Museum #SacTownYouthNights is a catalyst for youth and their families to have a safe space to hang out on 1st and 3rd Friday nights from 6pm-9pm at Florin Square, 2251 Florin Rd, Sacramento, CA 95822, while enjoying a wide range of exciting activities in a positive environment.
Youth will have an opportunity to network and get to know each other, all while engaging in fun filled activities. Each event will have FREE food, games, workshops, entertainment, resources, literacy, art and activities for the youth and their families and more. All are welcome!!
11/18 – Family Soul Night – Families will receive a soul food dinner, there will be a performance by the youth Magical Rock Band, and free turkeys will be raffled off. Two contests in recognition of Family Literacy Month and Sojourner Truth Day. $200 for contest winners.
family connections
Mother daughter table talk
Join South Sacramento Healthy Black Families Collaborative Ambassadors, Astrid and Valencia, at 2nd Saturdays Mother Daughter Table Talk inside the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum located in Florin Square 2251 Florin Rd, #126, Sacramento, CA 95822 (through the double doors) or join online via Zoom.
11/12/22 from 1pm-2pm
Lets celebrate family and community!
Join them for discussion, activities, food, and more. We encourage in-person participation for food and prizes.
Colorful Connections
The Village Presents Colorful Connections for ages 0-5. Every Thursday at 10am via Zoom.
Zoom ID: 988 2453 0596
To register or more details, call Valley Hi Family Resources Center 916-290-8281
effective black parenting
The Village presents Effective Black Parenting
1-on-1 Parenting Support & Group Classes
Scan the QR Code on the flyer for a referral.
For more information call 916-290-8281
art & culture
second saturday vendors wanted
Every 2nd Saturday
12pm-6pm
2251 Florin Rd, Sac, CA 95822
Calling are Art, Food, and Agriculture vendors. Contact Tracy Shaw at tracyshaw36@yahoo.com or text 925-819-8118 for more information or complete the vendor application.
Each vendor must have the proper vending credentials. The vending fees are $25(donation) for information tables, $50 for non-food vendors, and $75 for food vendors.
sojo museum
Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum displays art from around the globe representing the multicultural population from our community.
Tours are available by appointment.
Become a member today
black friday retail row @ Florin Square
Experience Black Friday Shopping with Retail Row @ Florin Square. Start your early holiday shopping with a number of Retail businesses! Grab some tasty food! Enjoy Music and Entertainment with your family.
11/25/22
2251 Florin Rd, Sac, CA 95822 from 8am-8pm
mental Health & wellness
Welly Wednesdays (Yoga + Sound Therapy)
Light & Water presents Welly Wednesday.
Come Yoga Differently 6pm-7pm. Doors open at 5:30pm. This week your instructor will be the amazing Miss Valencia!
1814 Del Paso Blvd, Sac, CA 95815
free food distribution
In courtesy of the Sacramento Food Bank & Family services free food distribution drive-thru and walk-up.
Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday
4pm – 6pm
Mack Road Valley Hi Community Center
7833 Center Pkwy, Sacramento, CA 95823
free food distribution
South Sacramento Christian Center provides FREE food on Saturdays from 8:30am-10am at 7710 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95823
First come first serve while supplies last
Drive-Thru available for all Sacramento residents.
internal growth
micro business assistance
FREE Open House. No Registration needed.
Wednesday 11/9/2022 from 10am-12pm
DPH Empowerment Center
3725 Marysville Blvd, Sac, CA
Meet Experts with tools and skills for Social Media, Pitching your Business, and Business Funding.
participartory budgeting sacramento vote
HOW TO VOTE FOR YOUR PREFERRED PROJECTS
On June 15, 2021, the Sacramento City Council approved the use of up to $1 million in Measure U funds for residents to propose ideas and vote on project concepts.
Step 1: Confirm Your Eligibility
To be eligible to vote, you must: 1) be 14 years of age or older, and 2) live in a focus area
Step 2: If Eligible, Vote Online or In-Person
UPDATE: The voting period has been extended through Friday, November 11.
men's healing circle
Hooked on Fishing Not on Violence & Heal and Rebuild Collective present a weekly Men’s Healing Circle.
Wednesdays from 6pm-7:30pm
7000 Franklin Blvd, Ste 1020, Sacramento, CA
sistah to sistah
Join The Village as they discuss relationships, health, self image and personal growth.
Tuesdays 11am via Zoom.
Zoom ID: 951 6166 1215
Password: 338498
literacy
around the way girls book club
Every Wednesday
6:30pm-8pm via Zoom
The girls are reading P.S. Be Eleven
Membership is now open!
boys in the hood book club
2nd, 4th and 5th Fridays
6:30pm-8pm via Zoom
The boys are reading Clean Getaway by Nic Stone.
Membership is now open!
all things literacy blowout sale
Visit the local South Sacramento bookstore located inside Florin Square at 2251 Florin Rd, Ste 113, Sacramento, CA 95822
Tuesday – Thursday, Saturday 12pm-6pm
50% off clothing, jewelry and books* (*except children and featured books). Shop now at All Things Literacy!!
youth workforce dev/education/Jobs
3rd Annual Sacramento Black College Expo
Saturday Nov. 12th 2022 10am to 4pm
California State University, Sacramento
6000 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95819
Students and College Transfer Students meet one on one with HBCUs and other colleges, even 2 year colleges. Get answers right on the spot. Get Educational Resources. EVERYONE is Welcome…it’s for Students of ALL Ages…Plus…
Get Accepted on the SPOT, students you must bring copies of your transcripts, ACT or SAT test scores or NOT necessary, however if you have them bring them (12th graders and some colleges may accept 11th graders)
College Transfer Students this is a great opportunity for you to get accepted on the spot! Bring your transcripts from all colleges that you have attended.
Applications fees waived..so save hundreds $$$.Scholarships on the SPOT! $1,000 in CASH giveaway at the STAGE…
Black College Expo™ is 10am to 2pm and the After Show starts 2pm to 4pm, featuring live entertainment, “Dance Off” for Cash hosted by our celebrity ambassadors. Everyone has the opportunity to win CASH and prizes!!!
see us showcase
Save the Date for FREE Showcase for Youth.
November 19th, 2022, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Capitol Sports Center | McClellan Airport Park
5209 Luce Ave McClellan Park, CA 95652
jobs and job fairs
Empower young people with knowledge, resources, opportunities, and support to help them gain the fundamental basic skills needed when seeking employment.
resources
Resource Referral Request
Escape Velocity provides our program participants, their families and the Sacramento community with resource referrals. Use the form below to request third party services through Escape Velocity. We will match you with the correct service provider based on your selections. Your information is confidential.
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