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City News: Your Weekly Update
Week of May 30, 2016
Summer Concerts in the Park
The popular summer concert series at City Lions Park kicks off this Friday, 7 to 9 p.m. featuring the band Have Mercy. The free concerts are presented by Folsom Parks & Recreation with the generous sponsorship of Folsom Rotary Clubs, Guild Mortgage Company, and the Take pART in the ARTs program. Bring a picnic or purchase food and beverages on site from the Folsom Rotary Clubs. The concerts continue weekly through July 29. Find the complete concert line-up at www.folsom.ca.us.
Orangevale Bridge Closure Begins Today
A one-year rehabilitation project on the Historic Orangevale Avenue Bridge will begin today, allowing crews to make significant structural improvements on the century-old bridge that connects Folsom and Orangevale. Starting today, the Orangevale Avenue Bridge will be closed to motorists, cyclists and pedestrians for up to nine months. Detours to Greenback Lane will be provided during the closure and message signs have been installed to alert motorists about the closures. The Orangevale Avenue Bridge is located on Orangevale Avenue between Placer Mine Road and American River Canyon Road. Approximately 1,000 vehicles cross this bridge daily. The construction will improve the lifespan of the bridge, and all structural elements will be replaced to preserve the bridge's historical value. Stay informed about closures and project updates at www.folsom.ca.us. For more information contact City of Folsom Associate Civil Engineer Brian Reed at [email protected]or call 916-837-9984.
Folsom Aquatic Center's Little Dippers Swim Program
Little Dippers is exclusively for parents and youngsters age six and under. It provides a great opportunity for little ones to splash and play, and increase their water confidence in a less-crowded environment. The program takes place in the activity pool, 10:30 a.m. to noon on Fridays, June 3 through August 5. Admission is $5 per person (season passes not valid for this program); all participants are required to exit the facility at noon but are allowed free re-entry at 1 p.m. for recreation swim. Call 916-355-8318 for more information.
Free Life Jacket Rentals
The Folsom Fire Department offers a Life Jacket Loaner Program, which provides Folsom residents free daily and weekend rental of life jackets for all ages of children and adults. In order to be loaned a life jacket, borrowers must sign a waiver form and provide a valid driver's license. The free, loaner life jackets are available at the City of Folsom Fire Station 35 at 535 Glenn Drive. For more information, contact the City of Folsom Fire Department at 916-984-2280.
Volunteer Opportunity at the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary
The Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary is looking for volunteers age 18+ to staff the zoo's gift shop. Our quaint shop sells a variety of clothing, books, toys and plush animals. All proceeds benefit the zoo. If you enjoy meeting new people and talking with the public, this could be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you! The position requires experience using computers and handling retail transactions. Summer operating hours are 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. For more information, contact Chris Allen at [email protected].
Folsom Public Library Presents 'Coloring for Adults'
According to Amazon, half of all top-selling books are coloring books for adults. Join calligrapher and artist Phawnda Moore to learn more about the coloring trend, tools, and techniques. Try out different tools in a hands-on, guided lab before you invest in supplies! Phawnda will also demonstrate a few easy art techniques, and share professional tips about organization in a fun-filled, informative class. The session will be held on Wednesday, June 8 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Registration is required. Call 916-357-7357 to register or for more information.
First Friday Series: Dining at Francesca's Table
Join Chef Francesca Mirabelli on Friday, June 3 as she presents a history of pasta and how to make pasta by hand at home. The presentation will be at the Folsom Public Library at 10 a.m.
