City News: Your Weekly Update
Week of March 4, 2019
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Paintings by the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary Animals on Exhibit
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An exhibit of special paintings created by some of the zoo sanctuary animals opens Friday, March 8 in the Community Gallery at 48 Natoma Street. The Folsom Zoo Sanctuary’s “animal artists-in-residence” program includes Boss Hog the African pygmy hedgehog, Ernie the Zebu, Henry the black bear, Funk the skunk, Delilah the mule deer, and Pouncer the tiger. Each animal uses washable, non-toxic paint to create their unique, one-of-a-kind works of art. The act of painting provides the animals with behavioral enrichment, and all proceeds from the sale of the paintings are used to help care for and feed the zoo sanctuary animals.
The gallery is located in the 48 Natoma Senior and Public Art Center; regular hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, with extended hours from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the second Saturday of the month. Call 916-461-6601 for more information.
Come to the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary Saturday, March 9 and watch Pouncer the tiger create one of her special paintings starting at 10:30 a.m. The Folsom Zoo Sanctuary is located at 403 Stafford Street; regular admission fees apply.
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Celebrate Rainbow Bridge’s 100
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Anniversary at Local Businesses
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In celebration of Rainbow Bridge turning 100-years-old, over a dozen local businesses have promotions, discounts, and special merchandise for sale. Grab a special release brew at Red Bus Brewing Company, purchase a commemorative pendant at Rainbow Bridge Jewelers, receive a discount for mentioning the centennial at Artfully Rooted Marketplace, and many more. For a full list of promotions visit
folsomrainbowbridge.com/celebrations/.
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Friends Of The Folsom Library Book Sale
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It's that time again: the semi-annual Friends of the Folsom Library Book Sale, March 8 - 10. Browse thousands of gently used books, presorted into categories such as hardback and softcover fiction, history, biography, science, art, hobbies, humor, cooking, sci-fi and more.
Come Friday for the best selection, $5 admission Friday only (free for Friends members and military with ID). On Sunday you can fill a standard size grocery bag for just $5. Children 12 and younger receive a free raffle ticket for a chance to win a fun-filled prize basket. All proceeds from the sale benefit the Folsom Public Library.
Sale hours: Friday 4 - 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
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Folsom Parks & Recreation is Hiring
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Preschool Aide
The Fun Factory Preschool program is hiring part-time aides to assist lead teachers with classroom activities including games, arts and crafts, carpet time, room preparation and clean-up, and other related duties. Applicants must be age 18 or older, and at least one year of experience working with children in a preschool or school setting is required. The first round of interviews takes place April 2; learn more about the position and download an application from the City of Folsom
website
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Swim Instructors
The Folsom Aquatic Center is hiring swim instructors for the summer season. To be considered for the position, applicants must be age 15 or older by the March 13 group interview date. Swim instructors will participate in a comprehensive, pre-season training program led by Steve Miklos Aquatic Center staff. To learn more and register for the group interview, call 916-461-6640 or email
pmaridon@folsom.ca.us
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Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery
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Working smoke alarms can help you and your family safely escape a home fire. When you change your clocks for Daylight Saving Time, make sure to change your batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms.
The National Fire Protection Association reports that 71 percent of smoke alarms which failed to operate had missing, disconnected or dead batteries. And about three out of five home fire deaths occurred where there were either no smoke alarms or they were not properly working.
There should be one smoke alarm in every bedroom, along with an alarm outside each sleeping area, on each story of the home. A carbon monoxide alarm should be installed on each floor, outside of each separate sleeping area. All alarms should have a California State Fire Marshal seal. In addition to changing the batteries twice a year, it is also important to check smoke and carbon monoxide alarms monthly by pressing the test button. Replace the entire alarm if it's more than 10 years old or doesn't work properly when tested. For more information, call the City of Folsom Fire Department at 916-984-2280.
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Applications For The Landscaping And Lighting District Advisory Committee Now Available
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The Folsom City Council is seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Landscaping and Lighting District Advisory Committee.
The Landscaping and Lighting District Advisory Committee helps establish lines of communication between city staff and elected/appointed city bodies as well as make recommendations to the landscaping and lighting district manager and parks and recreation director concerning the maintenance and associated costs to maintain and improve landscaping and lighting districts.
Members of the Landscaping and Lighting District Advisory Committee must be residents and registered voters of the City of Folsom and must be residents or owners within their respective landscaping and lighting district. The Committee currently has 13 vacancies. To see a list of available positions and the city’s application form, visit the City’s commissions and committees
webpage
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Applications should be submitted by March 27.
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Preschool Open Houses Wednesday
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Parents and prospective students are invited to visit any – or all – of the Fun Factory and Kindergarten Readiness classrooms from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 6 to meet the teachers, learn more about the curriculum, and determine which class and program best suits your child. Folsom Parks & Recreation operates Fun Factory Preschools for ages three and four at the Folsom Community Center, 52 Natoma Street; and at the Folsom Sports Complex, 66 Clarksville Road. The Kindergarten Readiness classroom is located at the Hinkle Creek Nature Center, 7000 Baldwin Dam Road. Registration for the 2019-20 school year takes place March 13. Learn more about the programs on the City of Folsom
website
, or contact the preschool at 916-461-6610 or by
email
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Celebrate Moms, Family, and Fitness
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Honor and celebrate moms at the 5
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annual Love My Mom 5K Saturday, May 11. This popular event is presented by Folsom Parks & Recreation in partnership with the Palladio and Kaiser. The 5K course – 3.1 miles – is flat and closed to traffic, making it an ideal route for runners, walkers, and stroller striders. The race starts and finishes at Whole Foods; the course includes the Palladio’s interior streets and surrounding roads. Kids ages 10 and under can register for the Kids’ Dash and take home a medal to commemorate their accomplishment.
Participants will be electronically timed and special awards will be presented to top finishers in a variety of categories including single and double strollers, top female, top mom, and more. Leashed dogs are welcome to join in the fun with their human companions. All registered 5K participants will receive a custom dry-fit shirt and special finisher’s medal. At the finish area, all participants can explore vendor booths, and enjoy light refreshments and DJ entertainment.
Register
today and save money—early bird rates are valid through April 7. Call 916-461-6601 for more information.
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Free Senior Pancake Breakfast Saturday
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All Folsom senior residents (age 55 and older) are invited to attend this free breakfast hosted by the Folsom Teen Council. The breakfast takes place from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 9 at the Folsom Senior Center, 48 Natoma Street. The teens are cooking up a hearty and delicious breakfast of pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, coffee, and orange juice. Reservations are not required; just bring your appetite and enjoy a wonderful morning of tasty food and good company. Call 916-461-6601 for more information.
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Parks & Recreation Commission
March 5, 6:30 p.m.
Historic District Commission
March 6, 5 p.m.
Planning Commission (CANCELED)
March 6, 6:30 p.m.
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