Issue: February 24, 2011
Hello SN&R reader!
On this week's cover, SN&R's Rachel Leibrock profiles Sacramento members of "the Republic" – a "sovereign citizens" group that has elected a shadow government that members say will one day replace the current U.S. government. Is this The Da Vinci Code or what? Elsewhere in this issue find SN&R's regular local arts, music and news coverage. And, oh yeah ... learn everything you ever wanted to know about Beer Week!!!
Happy reading!
SN&R
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Something’s not right with the government
Sacramento members of the Republic are helping form a ‘shadow’ U.S. government. Are these people crazy, or just true-believer conservative activists?
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Security city
The Sacramento Police Department is flush with cash for surveillance and other counterterrorism toys.
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The darkest night
UC Davis professor warns of disease that could wipe out Sacramento’s bats.
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All dogs go to haven
Volunteers and UC Davis vet students at the Mercer Veterinary Clinic for the Homeless at Loaves & Fishes move on after founder Anneke Vos’ passing.
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Vollmann goes deep into tent city
William T. Vollmann on tent city and Safe Ground, congressional Republicans crack down on … salmon?
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Freshii choice
An eco-friendly fast-food franchise recently opened a restaurant in Folsom.
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Recycling hereafter
CalRecycle’s Mark Leary on what California needs to do next.
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Letters for February 24, 2011
Love, hate, indifference—readers express their opinions, sometimes about each other.
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Thy neighbor’s marriage? Not worth coveting.
Advice for a woman who covets her divorcing neighbor’s marriage.
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The Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission dissects the fiscal crisis, but what should we do about it?
Phil Angelides was charged with investigating what the hell led us into the worst fiscal crisis since the Great Depression. But given today’s political realities, will this make a difference?
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Fright write
Jeani Rector, editor of The Horror Zine, showcases chilling tales from around the world.
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Pendejo for president
The Mexican on la presidencia and things that jump.
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Redevelopment bites
Redevelopment screwed up Sacramento’s downtown. Why do we want to save it?
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Hey Sacramento, Stockton, insecure much?
From the SN&R blogs.
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Editorial Cartoon
This week’s cartoon from the mind of John Kloss.
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Guess who’s not coming to the Oscars
Winners and losers at this year’s Oscars.
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Feed me weird things
Sacramento has some weird foods. SN&R’s writer explores them—and gets a stomachache.
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One-Act Festival of Comedy
SN&R reviews a new production by the Actor’s Theatre of Sacramento.
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Personals: The Musical
SN&R reviews a new show by Green Valley Theatre Company at the Geery Theatre.
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The Tempest
SN&R reviews a new production at the Nevada Theatre in Nevada City.
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We Come From Greatness: Legacy II
SN&R reviews a new production by Images Theatre Company at the Guild Theater.
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Designer dreams
Sacramento Fashion Week highlights emerging and established area designers.
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Tales from the crypt
Celebrate Black History Month by exploring Sacramento graves.
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Building bridges
City Theatre will perform local one-acts about the Tower Bridge in West Sacramento’s new Black Box Theatre.
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Manchurian cannabis
A Therapeutic Alternative’s Recon will have your gathering dream info.
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Art on stage
At least two upcoming Sacramento-area theatrical productions will include the work of local visual artists.
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King’s last roll
Last roll at the King’s Skate Country on Bradshaw Road.
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A high that heals
A beginner’s look at what medical-cannabis strains help alleviate certain symptoms.
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The woman’s part
A female Hamlet? A woman Macbeth? In Sacramento, they’re shakin’ up Shakespeare!
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How to make Macbeth a woman
A conversation with Macbeth: Resurrected’s Benjamin T. Ismail and Tygar Hicks.
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Chow-mein challenge
Comparing three Chinese restaurants in Elk Grove.
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See you in shell
On where to source and how to eat great oysters.
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Inventing a style
Wheatwine was born here in Sacramento, accidentally, at Rubicon Brewing Company.
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Animal-liberation terror
Sacramento Vegan Society hosts a screening of the film Bold Native and author John Robbins.
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Tweeing off
Lisa Milberg and the Concretes play the Blue Lamp.
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Sat, Feb 26, Daphne Loves Derby
Indie-rock trio Daphne Loves Derby will perform at UC Davis.
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Wed, March 2, Sky Blu
LMFAO member Sky Blu will spin a DJ set at Sacramento’s District 30.
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Thurs, March 3, Eric Clapton
Eric “Slowhand” Clapton will bring his deep cache of rock and blues licks to Sacramento at a performance at Arco Arena.
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More bounce to the ounce
DJ Shaun Slaughter and DJ Roger Carpio say goodbye to Lipstick, Hippie Sabotage go retro, Chk Chk Chk Zapps Midtown, Noise Pop embraces locals.
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Pet-peeve hoarders
Cinema Scoped has it out with movie newscasters.
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But your face is familiar
Wake up from a coma and your life is gone, but at least you’re in Berlin.
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Animal Kingdom
Mesmerizing enough to forgive the occasional gaping plot hole.
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Freakonomics: The Movie
As ragged and atonal as the worst all-star jam bands.
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Barney’s Version
Barney’s lovable schlubiness and Jewish Montreal cool can’t help this movie.
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Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son
When in doubt, double up the stale drag jokes.
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I Am Number Four
A hot boy from another planet meets a hot girl from this one. Cheese, not sparks.
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Another round!
Sacramento Beer Week spans 10 days and more than 300 events. You’re gonna need a bigger glass.
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Brew your homework
Getting academic with UC Davis brewing science professor Charles Bamforth.
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The cult of Pliny the Elder
In search of Northern California’s most elusive beer.
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Don’t fear the beer
Overwhelmed by more than 300 events at 2011 Beer Week? Narrow your focus with SN&R’s top 20 picks.
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