City News: Your Weekly Update
Week of February 25, 2019
Prepare for the Upcoming Storm
In advance of expected heavy rain and high winds, the City of Folsom highly recommends that residents prepare for the upcoming storm that could bring several inches of rain and wind gusts up to 45 mph. The Folsom Fire Department recommends motorists avoid driving during the worst part of the storm. Read more about important storm preparedness tips .
Senate District 1 Special Primary Election
The Special Primary Election for Senate District 1 will take place on March 26, 2019. In Sacramento County, Senate District 1 covers Orangevale, Folsom, Gold River, and most of Fair Oaks. A ballot will be mailed to every registered voter within Senate District 1 in Sacramento County. Voters have the choice to vote one of three ways: by mail (no postage necessary), at a Ballot Drop Box, or at a Vote Center. Learn more .
Rainbow Bridge: From Construction to Centennial
Learn about the rich 100-year history of the Rainbow Bridge at a special presentation 10 a.m. Friday, March 1 at the Folsom Public Library. Rainbow Bridge: from Construction to Centennial will be presented by local author Roberta Long and Dokken Engineering President Richard Liptak. The Folsom Public Library is located at 411 Stafford Street. Learn more at www.folsom.ca.us/library .
Zip Books…Your Library. Delivered.
Zip Books is a way for you to request books that the Folsom Public Library or its partners do not own. Eligible books are purchased through Amazon.com and shipped directly to your home — at no cost to you! When you’ve finished with the book, return it to a Folsom Public Library staff member .  Visit the Zip Books page on the Folsom Public Library website for more information or to request a Zip Book. Zip Books is a statewide project of the NorthNet Library System, funded by the California State Library.
Dig in to Composting
Roll up your sleeves and learn how to turn your organic waste into compost at a free composting and grasscycling workshop. Workshops will take place 9 to 10 a.m., March 9 and June 15, at Lew Howard Park, 7100 Baldwin Dam Road. The classes are part of the City of Folsom’s Minimizing Organic Waste with Education and Recycling (MOWER) Program, which helps reduce the amount of waste going to the landfill. At the end of each workshop, participants receive their choice of a discounted rate compost bin or a mulching lawnmower rebate. Class pre-registration is required. To sign up for a workshop, call 916-461-6730 (select “4”) or register online at https://webtrac.folsom.ca.us .
Senior Dance Friday
The Folsom Senior Center hosts its First Friday Dance for ages 55+ from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., Friday, March 1. The first hour is dedicated to ballroom-style dance; the second hour offers a group line dance lesson and time to practice the new steps you learn. The Folsom Senior Center is located at 48 Natoma Street; admission to the dance is $3/person. Call 916-461-6601 for more information.
Preschool Open Houses
4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 6

Locations:
  • Fun Factory Folsom at the Community Center, 52 Natoma Street
  • Fun Factory at the Andy Morin Sports Complex, 66 Clarksville Road
  • Kindergarten Readiness at the Hinkle Creek Nature Center, 7000 Baldwin Dam Road

Parents and prospective students are invited to visit Folsom Parks & Recreation’s Fun Factory Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness classrooms to meet our wonderful teachers, learn more about the programs and curriculum, and ask questions. In-person registration for the 2019-20 school year takes place 7 to 10 a.m., Wednesday, March 13 at the Folsom Community Center for all classroom locations. Find more information about these programs online , or contact the preschool at 916-461-6610 or by email .
Now Hiring: Swim Instructors
The Folsom Aquatic Center is hiring swim instructors for the summer season. To be considered for the position, applicants must meet the following requirements:
  • Minimum age of 15 by the March 13 group interview date
  • Swim team experience is a plus, but not required
  • Possess an enthusiastic attitude and enjoy working with children
Swim instructors will participate in a comprehensive, pre-season training program led by Steve Miklos Aquatic Center staff. To learn more about becoming a swim instructor and to register for the group interview, call 916-461-6640 or email pmaridon@folsom.ca.us .
Upcoming City Meetings
City Council Meeting
February 26, 6:30 p.m.

Traffic Safety Committee
February 28, 4 p.m.
Contact the City of Folsom's Communication Manager
Christine Brainerd · cbrainerd@folsom.ca.us · 916-461-6013 (office)

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