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The following is the May 14 edition of Cultural Capital, an arts and entertainment newsletter written by Abridged contributor Chris Macias. Want it sent directly to your inbox?\u00a0Sign up here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Aren\u2019t the weeks just flying by? It feels like yesterday that Cultural Capital was listing holiday and New Year\u2019s Eve picks. Now, we\u2019re on the cusp of summer and the number of events is really heating up.<\/p>\n

This week we\u2019re dipping into the trend of \u201cBring Your Own Vinyl\u201d events, spotlighting a night of stellar storytelling, sharing a must-see art exhibition, celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month and going out on a Tuesday for veteran punkers in a troubadour setting.<\/p>\n

Grab your Cake and Deftones albums and let\u2019s go!<\/p>\n

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Quench your thirst\u00a0with turntables<\/p>\n

The details:<\/p>\n

Mattie Groves Brewery, 1716 L St., Sacramento<\/p>\n

2 p.m., May 17 (Sunday)<\/p>\n

Free entry<\/p>\n

For those who enjoy beer and vinyl records, \u201cBYOV\u201d is the definition of a good time. \u201cBring Your Own Vinyl\u201d events have become an increasingly popular facet of the local brewery and bar landscape. They\u2019re spaces where record collectors and hopheads share favorite albums over a community stereo, waxing nostalgic about favorite tracks between sips.<\/p>\n

Over at Mattie Groves Brewery<\/a> in Midtown, \u201cVinyl Funday\u201d has been a monthly fixture for nearly two years. Each session has a theme, such as indie rock, glam rock, alt-country and 1980s albums. This Sunday, participants are invited to spin a side of vinyl by local bands.<\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cVinyl Funday brings together record enthusiasts of all ages in an environment that\u2019s very much a community space,\u201d event co-founder Brian Guido wrote in an email. \u201cSome of our regulars are long-standing musicians and music enthusiasts. The event is a great way to celebrate music, have a few beers and give people a chance to share records from their collection.\u201d<\/p>\n

Feeling thirsty to participate in a BYOV event? Here are some options around the region at local bars and beer spots:<\/p>\n

A night of scintillating (and kinda spooky) storytelling<\/p>\n

The details:<\/p>\n

The Sofia, Home of B Street Theatre, 2700 Capitol Ave., Sacramento<\/p>\n

7 p.m., May 15 (Friday)<\/p>\n

$34<\/p>\n

March\u2019s food-themed edition of the In a Nutshell<\/a> live storytelling series hit on so many levels, from LOL food memories to serious onion cutting moments. I can only imagine the range of stories and emotions that will go down Friday with \u201cCults, Crackpots and Swindlers.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\n

Glynn Washington of Snap Judgment<\/a> fame leads the lineup of storytellers with tales from his upbringing in an apocalyptic religious cult. But it\u2019s not all doom and gloom in the range of stories, where reality twists in unexpected ways.<\/p>\n

Impeccable artistry that drops knowledge<\/p>\n

The details:<\/p>\n

Blue Line Arts, 405 Vernon St., Suite 100, Roseville<\/p>\n

4 p.m., May 16 (Saturday)<\/p>\n

Free entry<\/p>\n

Lorraine Garcia-Nakata\u2019s work is represented on one of Sacramento\u2019s definitive murals, and soon you can see more of her artistry up close. She\u2019s among the two living members of the Royal Chicano Air Force who created the 14-feet-by-100-feet mural in Southside Park<\/a> and known for large-scale works like the stunning \u201cPrecious Knowledge\u201d<\/a> on pastel and paper.<\/p>\n

Head to Blue Line Arts in Roseville on Saturday for the opening of her \u201cKnowledge We Carry\u201d<\/a> solo show. Hear from Lorraine during a 4 p.m. lecture before viewing her work on a variety of media, including a sculpture from 1974. The show runs through June 20. Highly recommended.<\/p>\n

Feast and dance your way through AAPI Heritage Month<\/p>\n

The details:<\/p>\n

The Center at District 56, 8230 Civic Center Drive, Elk Grove<\/p>\n

10 a.m.-3 p.m., May 17 (Sunday)<\/p>\n

Free entry<\/p>\n

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, and this weekend offers a double whammy to celebrate. On the south side of the region, the 2026 AsianPacific CultureFest<\/a> is going down Sunday at The Center at District 56 in Elk Grove. Plan on a festive day of food, music, art and family fun from across the AAPI diaspora.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, it\u2019s about to get lit Friday on the Capitol Mall at the 5th annual AAPI Night Market<\/a>. This one is packed with DJ-driven tunes by DJ Umami and singer-songwriter styles from Basi Vibe, along with a fantastic assortment of food options including Hawaiian style chicken, lumpia, sushi, shave ice and so much more. Bonus: Chefs Billy Ngo of Kru Contemporary Japanese Cuisine<\/a> and Craig Takehara of Binchoyaki<\/a> are going head-to-head in a culinary battle with a mystery ingredient (my guess is cherries).<\/p>\n

An acoustic affair in Fair Oaks with punk legends<\/p>\n

The details:<\/p>\n

Shangri-la Fair Oaks, 7960 Winding Way, Fair Oaks<\/p>\n

6 p.m., May 19 (Tuesday)<\/p>\n

$16 advance, $18 door<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a show that\u2019s worth getting to on a school night, especially if punk rock\u2019s in your blood. But don\u2019t expect any stage diving on Tuesday at Shangri-la Fair Oaks<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Instead, you\u2019ll find Kevin Seconds<\/a>, the hardcore punk icon and longtime Sacramentan, in acoustic singer-songwriter mode. He\u2019ll be joined by Chad Price and Scott Reynolds from All, the band that sprung from The Descendents. Together, look forward to a troubadour-style outing<\/a> that\u2019ll have you home well before the 10 p.m. news.<\/p>\n

More events you won\u2019t want to miss<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s keep this arts and entertainment party going with more picks:<\/p>\n

Before I go,<\/p>\n

Two weeks ago, we spotlighted a series of musical theater dance classes for seniors. If you\u2019re in need of a feel-good moment, check out this clip<\/a> from the first class to see these wonderful folks in action, jazz hands and all.<\/p>\n

As always, feel free to drop me a line at christo916@gmail.com<\/a>. See you next week!<\/p>\n

Chris Macias\u00a0is a regular contributor, writing\u00a0Cultural Capital\u00a0for Abridged.\u00a0<\/p>\n