Rancho Cordova Events: October 15 - 31, 2018
 
Thursday, October 18, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Dementia Support Group
Summerset Senior Living, 2341 Vehicle Drive
The Dementia Support Group is for families whose loved ones suffer from Dementia. The support group is facilitated by Laura Wayman, The Dementia Whisperer, is open to the public, and will meet the third Thursday of every month. Learn more
 
Thursday, October 18, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Blvd
Meeting of the TAB members of Rancho Cordova Library to brainstorm about programs, books, and volunteer opportunities. Teen program. Learn more  

October 18 - 20, 7:00 PM: The Curious Savage Play
Cordova High School, 2239 Chase Drive
Cordova High School students will be performing the comedic play of The Curious Savage, about a women deciding what to do with the $10 million left by her deceased husband. Learn more and purchase tickets

Friday, October 19, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: Campaign Whistletop
Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive
Hear quick pitches from candidates running for local office during our Rancho Cordova Luncheon campaign year tradition known as "Campaign Whistlestop!" Learn more and purchase tickets
 
Friday, October 19, 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM: Harvest of Buncos Fundraiser
Mills Middle School Multipurpose Room, 10439 Coloma Road
Bring your friends and family for an evening of fun, food, games, and prizes! All proceeds help women and girls in the Rancho Cordova community. Learn more and purchase tickets
 
Friday, October 19, 5:45 PM - 7:45 PM: Movie Night featuring "The Book Thief"
MACC, 10191 Mills Station Road
Bring your friends and family and enjoy a FREE movie night at the MACC! Learn more
 
Friday, October 19, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM: Norcal Bats
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Blvd
See local live bats and learn about their role both locally and around the world. All ages program. Learn more  

Friday, October 19, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Haunted Forts for Families
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Blvd
Families are invited to attend an after-hours Haunted Forts party at the library! Use your imagination to build forts out of cardboard, blankets, pillows, spooky decorations and more. All ages program. Learn more

Saturday, October 20, 9:00 AM: It Takes a Lincoln Village (ITLV) Community Walk
InterCoast College Parking Lot, 9738 Lincoln Village Drive
The ITLV neighborhood group is hosting a community walk for residents to meet one another and stay active. Learn more

Saturday, October 20, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM and 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Pumpkin Painting Workshop
MACC, 10191 Mills Station Road
Bring your friends and family to a FREE pumpkin painting workshop! Registration required. Learn more and register
 
Saturday, October 20, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Bird Walk
Soil Born Farms American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive
Start your morning off with a pleasant walk around American River Ranch to experience a variety of critters and plant life. Learn more and purchase tickets

October 20 & 21, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Beginning Home Gardener Weekend Intensive
Soil Born Farms American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive
This hands-on course will teach you how to grow and maintain an abundant organic garden. Topics include garden design and seasonality, water and irrigation, pest control, and much more! Learn more and purchase tickets

Sunday, October 21, 12:30 PM: ARTober Painting Class with Guest Artist
Sacramento Children's Museum, 2701 Prospect Park Drive
Join local artist and art teacher Brenda Cauchon for an exploratory painting class using a variety of non-traditional materials, such as balls of ribbon, feathers, straws and more. Learn more
 
Thursday, October 25, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Rancho Cordova Resource Expo
Folsom Cordova Adult School, 10850 Gadsten Way
Check out all the fun Rancho Cordova has to offer and pick up information for your family! Learn more
 
Thursday, October 25, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM: Sensory Story Time Explorers
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Blvd
Enjoy a special story time for kids with sensory disorders or on the autism spectrum. This program will feature books, music, crafts, and more! Learn more
 
Saturday, October 27, 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM: Artisan Pizza Workshop
Soil Born Farms American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive
Understand the science of dough, the culinary philosophies of traditional Neapolitan pizza, and the art of creating gourmet-quality pizza at home. Learn more and purchase tickets  

Saturday, October 27, 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM: Halloween at Hagan
Hagan Community Center, 2197 Chase Drive
Enjoy a night of Halloween fun with games, activities, a haunted room, prizes and much more. This family-friendly event is open to all ages. Admission is $5 per child, adults free to attend. Learn more

Wednesday, October 31, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Halloween Trick or Treat
Sacramento Children's Museum, 2701 Prospect Park Drive
On Halloween day, come dressed up in your spooky costume and join us at the Children's Museum for trick-or-treat stations, a costume parade at 11:00 AM, and hands-on museum play! Admission is $5 per person or FREE with donation of a children's book. Members are free to attend. Learn more

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


Ongoing Events 

July 30 - October 21, 5:30 - 7:00 PM: Sky High Art Exhibit
Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Drive
This Sky High Art Exhibit features the work of local Rancho Cordova Artists to celebrate Mather's 100 year anniversary. Free admission. Learn more

September 29 - October 31: Heartstoppers Haunted House
2300 Mine Shaft Lane
For 13 nights only, Heartstoppers Haunted House invites you to travel a haunted mine shaft. A portion of the funds raised supports Cordova Community Council--the nonprofit responsible for the many free and fun events in Rancho Cordova. Learn more and purchase tickets  

October 18 - 20: Anne Frank Exhibit: Her Photos. Her Story.
MACC, 10191 Mills Station Road
The free Anne Frank Exhibit features photos, history, workshops, and presentations. Learn more

October 29 - January 26, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM: Fall Show Art Exhibit
Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive
Enjoy the Fall Show Art Exhibit highlighting the art of local Rancho Cordova artists. Free admission. Learn more

Tuesdays, 3:30 - 5:30 PM: Homework Zone
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Blvd
Students in grades 1 - 8 can stop by the library for free, in-person homework help from trained Homework Zone coaches. School age program. Learn more
 
Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Chess Club
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Blvd
Drop by for free, informal, fun chess playing every first and last Tuesday of the month. Must be seven years of age to attend. Learn more
 
Wednesdays, 9:00 AM - 1:00 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. 
 
Fridays, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM: SactoMoFo Food Truck Friday
3180 Kilgore Road
Every Friday, choose from a range of food trucks serving unique street food options near the intersection of White Rock and Kilgore Roads. Also, check out some lunchtime events during the week and food truck news.
 
Saturdays, 8:00 AM - 12:00 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.
 
Saturdays, 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Soil Born Farms Farmstand
Soil Born Farms American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive 
The Soil Born Farms Farmstand will be open every Saturday (except September 15) from May 26 through November 17.

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


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Thursday, November 1, 5:30 PM: State of the City Address
Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive
Hear from Mayor Linda Budge as she delivers the annual State of the City Address including a birthday-themed surprise from the City! This year, we are celebrating the arts and kicking things off with a Fall Show Artist Reception that highlights masterpieces made by local artists. Enjoy FREE music, food, drinks, city swag, and more! Learn more
 
 
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