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City News: Your Weekly Update
Week of January 8, 2018
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Volunteer with the Community Emergency Response Team
Would you like to assist first responders during or following a disaster? Learn how to help others that were injured? You can.
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteers assist first responders during emergency situations, staff first aid stations at community events, and help educate the community about emergency preparedness. CERT volunteers must complete an eight-week training session (class is held one night per week) and must pass a background check. The next CERT training class takes place in March 2018. For more information, or to register, email FolsomCERT@folsom.ca.us. Visit the website for a schedule of classes and additional information.
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Join the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary Docent Program
Do you have a passion for animals and want to make a difference? Consider joining the volunteer docent team! Docents serve a vital role in helping to promote the zoo sanctuary's educational mission of teaching responsible behavior toward all animals. Docents host school tours, staff booths at community events, help with youth camps, assist at special events, and more. The docent training class begins February 12 and continues through March 19. Docents must be at least age 21 and pass a pre-registration telephone interview; class fee is $40. To learn more and schedule your interview, contact Sue at 916-715-8610.
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New Horse Joins Folsom PD Mounted Unit
The Folsom Police Department welcomed a new horse to its mounted unit. Denny, a 12-year-old American Paint Horse arrived at the Folsom Police Department on December 15. Denny was acquired from a trainer/veterinarian in Sparks, Nevada.
The Folsom Police Mounted represents the Folsom Police Department as ambassadors of goodwill, build community partnerships, educate youth, and reduce crime by providing high visibility patrol. The unit is also active in basic patrol duties such as retail parking enforcement, focused enforcement on property crimes, outside agency assist for crowd control and search and rescue operations. The Mounted Unit consists of five officers and their mounts. The horses serving the Mounted Unit were donated, surrendered or rescued.
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New Cooking Classes for Kids and Teens
New Wee Chefs classes for ages 6 through 8, and Budding Chefs classes for ages 8 through 18, involve hands-on learning as participants create a variety of fun and tasty snacks, salads, soups, sandwiches and desserts. Chef Terry Masten combines a personal approach with an emphasis on safety in the kitchen. Classes are fun and full of information and tasting. Note for those with food allergies: no nuts are ever used in recipes. Classes are held on Saturdays; the first sessions take place January 13. Find complete details and register online, or call 916-461-6601 for more information.
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Folsom Public Library LEGO® Building Contest
LEGO® maniacs are invited to submit their best original creations for competition, or visit the Folsom Public Library to see the creations and vote for their favorites. Participants are asked to deliver completed projects to the library beginning Tuesday, January 16 through Saturday, January 20 at noon to enter the contest.
Judging will take place Saturday, January 20 by a team of LEGO® enthusiasts. The public is also invited to view the entries and cast votes for their favorite in each age group.
For more information and to see the rules for the LEGO® competition, visit the Library website at www.folsom.ca.us/library.
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Report Storm-Related Hazards with SeeClickFix Folsom
Clogged storm drain or localized flooding in your neighborhood? Fallen tree limb or stop sign on your street? Non-emergency storm-related incidents can be submitted to the City of Folsom with reporting app SeeClickFix Folsom. This free place-based online and mobile platform allows you to report, document and monitor a variety of neighborhood concerns and improvements. To download the app, visit your app store and search for SeeClickFix Folsom or visit www.folsom.ca.us.
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Free Screening of Award-Winning Documentary
The Folsom Senior Center presents a free screening of the film, "Alive Inside," Wednesday, January 24, 5:30 p.m. at Folsom High School's Jill Solberg Theater, 1655 Iron Point Road. The film documents the amazing results of using music therapy to treat individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. The simple act of listening to the music of their youth revitalized and awakened the patients chronicled in the movie. The film won a Sundance Film Festival award in 2014. To foster a better understanding of Alzheimer's disease, all ages are invited to attend the free screening. Proceeds from fund-raising efforts at the event will be used to purchase "Alive Inside" headsets to donate to local low-income seniors. Reserve your free seat for the movie online or call 916-461-6601 for more information.
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Sandbags Available for Storm Preparation
If your property has a history of flooding, it's important to prepare in advance of a storm. Sand and sandbags are available for Folsom residents and business owners at no charge. The City's two self-serve sandbag stations are next to Fire Station 36 at 9700 Oak Avenue Parkway and behind City Hall at 50 Natoma Street. The City offers free sandbag materials, including bags, sand and shovels, but bring your own shovel. You may also wish to bring safety goggles, gloves and a flashlight. Sandbags and sand can also be purchased at most major hardware or home improvement stores. Learn how to fill a sandbag and find other useful information at www.folsom.ca.us/sandbags.
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The Folsom Parks & Recreation Winter/Spring Activity Guide is Here!
The new Activity Guide was mailed to Folsom residents at the end of December. The Activity Guide includes programs for all ages, with a wide variety of topics including fitness and sports, fine arts and crafts, swim lessons, cooking, social activities, camps, and family-focused special events. You may also browse through the Activity Guide and register for classes online. Additional printed copies are available at Folsom City Hall, the 48 Natoma Senior and Art Center, the Folsom Sports Complex, the Folsom Aquatic Center, and the Folsom Public Library.
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Second Saturday Workshops at 48 Natoma
The Folsom Art Center's Second Saturday Workshop series continues Saturday, January 13. Juan Pena presents
the secrets and benefits of his color triangle in "Watercolor with Magic Three," from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Juan will guide students through a paint-along watercolor using his special formula. Anthony Montanino presents "iPainting," from 1
0 a.m. to noon. Students will learn how to create vibrant paintings on an iPhone or iPad using the free "Brushes" app, and how to save and export artwork. Register online or call 916-461-6601 for more information. The Folsom Senior Center at 48 Natoma is also open for Second Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for ages 55+; drop by and enjoy board games, books, a cup of coffee and some good conversation.
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Support the Johnny Cash Trail Art Experience
If you love Johnny Cash and Folsom, you can show your support for the Johnny Cash Trail in a number of ways. From cash donations to cycling kits, donor wall plaques to collectible pieces, there are so many ways to be a part of the City's unique tribute to the Man in Black and his connection to Folsom.
Put your plate on the Donor Wall
Located near the Johnny Cash Bridge and the future home of the Johnny Cash Legacy Park, the corten steel Donor Wall displays the names of those who have made contributions to the trail. The Donor Wall has a limited amount of space for customized plates. Create a tribute to an individual or family, business, or community organization that will live on for generations - order your plate today!
Own a piece of history
The City of Folsom is celebrating the connection between Johnny Cash and Folsom Prison with a unique limited-edition license plate made in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Cash's live performance at the prison. The JCASH 50 California license plate is a legacy plate, featuring the classic black background with yellow lettering, and made inside Folsom Prison's license plate manufacturing facility. The license plate is framed along with a picture of Johnny Cash standing in front of Folsom Prison's East Gate, photographed by Dan Poush on January 13, 1968 - the day of Cash's performance. Get your limited-edition JCASH collectible before they're gone!
Show your support with commemorative items
Show your support for the trail and ride in style with a limited-edition cycling jersey, shorts, or a complete kit. Run the trail - or run your errands - in a long-sleeve Johnny Cash Trail dry-fit shirt. Johnny Cash Trail reusable tote bags, mouse pads, and marble coasters are also available for purchase. Proceeds from all items will help fund "Cash's Pick," the public art installations that will mark both ends of the trail. Visit the Folsom Senior and Art Center at 48 Natoma Street in Folsom to buy commemorative items; hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Make a monetary donation
Your cash donation goes directly to fund the public works of art for the Johnny Cash Trail. The first art installations will be "Cash's Pick," created by artist Adan Romo. These impressive works are 7-foot-tall bronze replicas of Johnny Cash's guitar picks, emblazoned with Cash's signature. The picks will be installed at both ends of the 2.5-mile trail. Your cash gift will go to the Folsom Arts Association, a non-profit organization bringing the art to the Johnny Cash Trail. Make your donation today!
Visit
www.FolsomCashArtTrail.com
to learn more about the Johnny Cash Trail, the Art Experience and the Legacy Park, and the historic connection of the Man in Black to the City of Folsom.
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