What do you get when you mix drink specials and poker chips? Tipsy Tokens, founded in Sacramento in 2011, is similar to the concept of Groupon, but focuses its promotions on local bars and nightclubs. What sets Tipsy Tokens apart from the other coupon sites is its social focus, co-founder Robert Cima said. “Though you’re purchasing something online, there’s a social aspect involved. There are reps on-site at the event checking people in and making sure everyone is having a good time. Also, you’re provided something physical: Tipsy Tokens. These tokens are colorful poker chips with the company logo on them used for buying drinks and playing games.” According to Cima, the project began ab

Many folks were breathing easier Monday after back-to-back events over the weekend in Marshall Park seemed to go off without a hitch. No significant problems were reported, said Sacramento Police Sgt. Norm Leong, the department's spokesman. Neighbors surrounding the park praised the way the Bloc Concert Series' Saturday concert and Sunday's Midfest Summer Celebration were managed by the city and organizers. Paragary Restaurant Group and Lomeli Events managed Saturday's events, while Midtown Business Association (MBA) and T & M Organization for the Arts managed Sunday's. The vibe from Sunday's festival got a special thumbs-up from residents. The park at 915 27th St. came alive with a thr

Special events like the Midfest Summer Celebration must meet general guidelines available on the city Department of Parks and Recreation website. Applicants are required to notify residents at least seven days before the event. Sending out a team to notify people at their homes or leave information on doorsteps and doorknobs is OK, said Hindolo Brima, spokesperson for the city Department of Parks and Recreation. Residents must be notified in the most heavily impacted areas, which are determined based on how loud the event is expected to be and what kind of parking issues and restrictions there will be, he added. For this event, the residents who have to be notified live in the area betwe