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Aug. 14th! DISCOVERY DAY AND OPEN HOUSE
Whether you are a prospective, new, or renewing member of the Renaissance Society, please attend this semiannual event to learn more about our current programs and services. Come meet and socialize with other members.
Fall 2026 DISCOVERY DAY AND OPEN HOUSE
Learn more about this vibrant life long learning community. Classes are both in-person, on Zoom & recorded. Meet in the Student Union.
Who is the Renaissance Society?
The Renaissance Society provides opportunities for participatory lifelong learning and community engagement for adults. Our learning opportunities include programs on widely varied subjects proposed and presented by our members five days a week. For the Fall 2026 semester, programs on Zoom and at various locations in the community will be offered Monday-Thursday. Other programs will be on the Sac State campus on Fridays; some will be in-person only, while others will be a combination of in-person and Zoom.
Interested to learn more? You are invited to attend this FREE event. The first 250 people to register and check in will receive a gift card for a FREE sundae from Leatherby's Family Creamery valued at $10.95!
Agenda: 10 - 11:30 am; Held in the University Student Union Hinde Auditorium. Come to this live event to hear what new RS President Jackie Lamb has planned this year. You’ll learn how to use the program catalog, how to register for classes, and where to get technology help when you need it.
Whether you are a new or returning member, you are sure to pick up something useful for the semester ahead. Renaissance Society Leaders will respond to your questions regarding what to expect during the upcoming semester. Learn WHY you should join this dynamic organization. Programs range from Art to Economics and Music to History with something for everyone.
11:30 - 1:00 in Ballroom I & II in The University Student Union.
- Talk with some of our program leaders to learn more about the Seminars, SIGS or Presentations they plan to offer.
- Meet our Sac State and Community Partners. Some seek volunteers to work with students, to usher plays and dance recitals, or to join a committee. Others offer ways to extend your commitment to good health or how to meet others who live in Sacramento and around the world.
- Membership has benefits as many of our Community Partners offer discounts to our members.
- Say “hello” to someone you don’t know yet — a new friendship may be one of the best things you discover today.
- And for returning members: be on the lookout for anyone who seems new, unsure where to go, or not yet connected with others. A warm “hello” can help them feel welcome right away.
Drawing for Prizes-Turn in your completed Discovery Day Passport for a chance to win a valuable prize.
Renaissance Café—Go to the back of the Open House venue and you'll find delicious cookies and beverages.
Tours—Take a brief guided tour of the Sac State campus—look for the sign and wait for the tour leader.
Badges—New members may pick up their membership badges. Returning members may email renaissa@csus.edu to request a replacement badge. Include your name and emergency contact information.
Parking-If you are not a Renaissance Society member with a parking pass, please obtain a daily parking pass from a parking kiosk. Parking Structure II, which is closest to the campus bookstore, is the nearest parking for this event, and that kiosk is on the 3rd floor by the elevators. If you are already a member and need to purchase your annual parking pass, you can stop by the University Transportation and Parking Services office in the Welcome Center.
Questions—Call/email the Renaissance Society Office at 916-758-5133 or renaissa@csus.edu
There will be time for socializing! Please call a friend and make a date to bring them to the Spring 2026 Orientation and Open House in the University Union.
Our Fall catalog will be available online starting on Monday, August 10th. Membership Registration is now open, so don't delay and join today! Program enrollment opens at 8:00am on Tuesday, August 17. Learn more about Renaissance Society HERE
You're welcome to register for this event if you want to, but there are no tickets needed, and everybody is welcome to just show up and join the fun!
New Members Are Always Welcome and Celebrated!
