Renaissance Society - Sacramento State

10/08/2026

An opportunity to see the Sac Ballet dancers up close during their training in class.

☕Back by popular demand - for only $10!

The first Coffee & Class of the season returns next week! Ever wondered what it takes to move like a professional dancer? Join us for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at Sacramento Ballet’s Professional Company Class, the same rigorous training our dancers rely on every single day. Sip a cup of Season’s Coffee, settle in, and watch technique, artistry, and discipline come together right before your eyes. Its the perfect blend of caffeine and culture, all for the price of a coffee date.

This popular series sells out quickly. Get your tickets today! https://www.sacballet.org/events/coffee-class/

10/08/2026

Leslie Gielow Jacobs is the Anthony Kennedy Professor of Law at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific, where she is also the Executive Director of the Capital Center for Law and Policy. Professor Jacobs will discuss key cases decided, as well as issues and questions surrounding the United States Supreme Court during the 2025-26 term and in the upcoming 2026-2027 term. She has written and commented extensively on constitutional law, government structures, and individual
rights, and served as a law clerk to US Supreme Court Associate Justice Lewis F. Powell, Jr.

10/08/2026

Check out the October Recorder, just published on our website! Find “A Special Thank You and a Look Ahead to ThanksGIVEday” on page 5 to learn why your support is more important than ever.
https://www.csus.edu/college/social-sciences-interdisciplinary-studies/renaissance-society/_internal/_documents/october2026recorderdigital1.pdf

10/08/2026

Arts and Crafts Time! Is one of the RS programs at Eskaton. On Oct 7th, participants made a fun, floral button bouquet. The instructor Kathy H has enjoyed creating hand-crafted pieces of artwork her entire life. She has been teaching simple crafts to adults for several years. Members socialize while learning something new and take home a masterpiece!

10/08/2026

Connect with other RS members for lunch on Friday between classes. You can find them all over campus!

10/07/2026

There's a new play at The Sophia, one of our Community Partners. Opening Oct 7 THRU Nov 1 is PRIMARY TRUST - a Pulitzer-Winning Play by Eboni Booth. Check the Weekly Update email for discount codes for Renaissance Society members.

10/07/2026

Preserving Democracy Seminar with Ken Cross and a special speaker last week Scott Anderson. Scott is an investigative journalist and editor for over 20 years. Scott talked about Factual Journalism and the Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Elections.

10/06/2026

Sac State Planetarium show are on sale today! James Webb Space Telescope show and the "Encounters in the Milky Way" show have continued to sell out the last couple months, so they are bringing them back again. More info here https://www.csus.edu/college/natural-sciences-mathematics/physics-astronomy/planetarium.html

10/06/2026

Register on Eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/protecting-democracy-with-neal-katyal-tickets-2002753677161?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/05/2026

It takes many, many volunteers to make Renaissance Society such a success. These three ladies have guided our organization and helped make it what it is today. Left to right: Deborah Seiler-previous RS President, Jackie Lamb-current President and Deanna Hanson-Past President. Want to meet more of the Leadership Team? Click here: https://www.csus.edu/college/social-sciences-interdisciplinary-studies/renaissance-society/meet-us/