Rancho Cordova Events: February 15 - 28, 2018

Saturday, February 16, 4:00 - 5:00 PM: Doug Nolan and Rock Steady Juggling
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
Join Doug Nolan as he shows off his juggling while sharing his passion for taking care of the planet. This show also features music, plate-spinning, and unicycling. Learn more

Saturday, February 17, 1:00 - 4:00 PM: Soil Born Farms - Wonders of Fungi and Mushrooms Workshop
Soil Born Farms American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive
Take a journey into the amazing fungi kingdom and learn how certain fungi and mushrooms can benefit your garden, health, and the planet. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn easy mushroom cultivation methods you can do at home to grow food, medicine, and bring vitality to your garden.  Learn more

Tuesday, February 20, 5:30 - 10:00 PM: City Council Regular Meeting
Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive
The next City Council Meeting will take place on February 20th. Details
 
Tuesday, February 20, 6:00 - 8:00 PM: Soil Born Farms - Garden to Pantry: Preserving Marmalades & Jams
Soil Born Farms American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive 
Join Master Food Preservers for a demonstration style class for beginners to food preservation. Learn more

Thursday, February 22, 3:30 - 4:30 PM: Sensory Storytime
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
This inclusive storytime program is developed for youth with autism and/or sensory disorders and their families/caregivers. Learn more

Thursday, February 22, 7:00 PM: Navy Band in Concert
Cordova High School, 2239 Chase Drive
The Navy Concert Band, the premier wind ensemble of the U.S. Navy, presents a wide array of marches, patriotic selections, orchestral transcriptions and modern wind ensemble repertoire at Cordova High School. The performance is free and open to the public, but interested residents must request tickets.  Learn more  

Saturday, February 24, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Soil Born Farms - Aromatherapy for Home and Health
Soil Born Farms American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive
Join us to learn about the practical applications of essential oils used in conjunction with household items such as clay, cornstarch, vinegar, salt, and more. Learn more

Saturday, February 24, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM: We Also Served: African Americans in the Military
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
The Rancho Cordova Library will host historian Lisa Daniels to present We Also Served: African Americans in the Military, a collection of photography and memorabilia from the Civil War to the Iraq War. Learn more

Tuesday, February 27, 5:30 - 9:00 PM: City Council Special Meeting/Work Session
Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive
The last City Council Special Meeting/Work Session of the month will take place on February 27th at City Hall. Details

Wednesday, February 28, 5:00 PM: Mills Station Arts and Culture Center (MACC) Grand Opening
Mills Arts and Culture Center (MACC), 10191 Mills Station Road
The MACC will provide access to arts and culture experiences through exhibits, events and hands-on workshops for the Rancho Cordova community. The grand opening will feature a Tapigami art exhibit created by Sacramento artist Danny Scheible that will feature art installations made out of masking tape.  Learn more

These events and more may be found on the City's online Events Calendar .


Ongoing Events 

Tuesdays - Saturdays: Veterans Resource Station 
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
Trained volunteers are available to help connect veterans to their benefits at various times between Tuesday and Saturday each week. 

Wednesdays, 9 AM - 1 PM: VA Mather Farmers' Market
Sacramento VA Medical Center, 10535 Hospital Way
The VA Mather Farmers' Market occurs year-round every Wednesday and offers special deals for veterans. 

Saturdays, 8 AM - 12 PM: Sunrise Station Farmers' Market
Sunrise Light Rail Station Parking Lot, Sunrise at Folsom Boulevard
The Sunrise Station Farmers' Market occurs year-round every Saturday.

Fridays, 11 AM - 2 PM: SactoMoFo Food Truck Friday
3180 Kilgore Road
Choose from a range of food trucks serving unique street food options every Friday near the intersection of White Rock and Kilgore Roads.

These events and more may be found on the City's online Events Calendar.


Save These Dates! 

March 9, 6:00 PM: Community Volunteer Awards
Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive
The Cordova Community Council will be presenting and celebrating the honorees of the 2018 Volunteer Awards.  Each year, inspiring stories emerge about individuals, teenagers, businesses and organizations which are making a big difference in the Rancho Cordova community through extraordinary volunteer effort. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Learn more

March 10, 9:00 AM: Bear Hollow Tree Planting 
Stone Creek Park, 3625 Spoto Drive
To commemorate California Arbor Day, the City of Rancho Cordova in partnership with the Sacramento Tree Foundation, SMUD and community volunteers will be planting 100 new trees in Bear Hollow.  Learn more

March 28, 5:30 - 8:30 PM: Buzzed at St. Baldrick's
Claimstake Brewing Company, 11366 Monier Park Place
Join this year's St. Baldrick's event, and whether you decide to shave your head, volunteer, or donate, we hope you'll be a part of the excitement! The St. Baldrick's Foundation is a volunteer-powered charity that funds childhood cancer research grants. Learn more   
 
 
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