City News: Your Weekly Update
Week of April 29, 2019
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Rainbow Bridge Centennial Celebration Saturday, May 4
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Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Folsom’s iconic Rainbow Bridge at once-in-a-lifetime events planned in the Historic District Saturday, May 4. The Rainbow Bridge will close to vehicular traffic to allow the community to explore the bridge on foot. The festivities kick off with a re-dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. World-renowned slackline athlete Ryan Robinson – who was raised in Folsom – will attempt to set a world record by traversing the 1,919-foot span over the American River between Lake Natoma Crossing and the Rainbow Bridge on a 1-inch wide line. A festival with informational displays about the landmark bridge, guided walking tours, hands-on activities, and a display of vintage cars round out the morning events that are free and open to the public.
The Folsom Historic District Association hosts a special tasting event on the bridge from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., featuring gourmet food and libations provided by Historic District restaurateurs. Visit
www.historicfolsom.org to purchase tickets. The celebration wraps up with a free concert by the Folsom Lake Symphony in the Historic District Amphitheater from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Learn more about the bridge and celebration events at
www.folsomrainbowbridge.com.
Public parking is not allowed in the adjacent Historic District neighborhood (barricades will be in place). Visit
www.folsomrainbowbridge.com for parking, public transportation and rideshare drop-off options.
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Folsom Gets in Gear for Bike Month
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The May is Bike Month campaign celebrates the power of the pedal and highlights the many benefits of cycling. Those who live or work in the greater Sacramento region are encouraged to join the 2 million mile challenge and log miles online at
www.MayIsBikeMonth.com
. Cyclists can participate in a number of free special events in May, including group rides and clinics. Folsom’s annual Ride with the Mayor takes place Thursday, May 9; riders meet in Folsom’s Historic District starting at 7:30 a.m. for a complimentary pre-ride breakfast and then ride to downtown Sacramento for the regional Bike Fest event. Find more details and
register for the Mayor’s Ride
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Ready. Set. Give! Big Day of Giving May 2
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Big Day of Giving is an annual 24-hour community-wide movement that unites the region’s nonprofit sector to help raise funds for the organizations that serve and enrich our community in so many ways. Since it first began in 2013, the Big Day of Giving has generated more than $30 million in donations for more than 600 local nonprofits. For the first time, the Friends of the Folsom Zoo is one of the nonprofit organizations that will receive donations in the 24-hour Big Day of Giving, which starts at 12 a.m. and continues through 11:59 p.m. Thursday, May 2. Learn about all of the Folsom nonprofits taking part in this year’s Big Day of Giving – you can even schedule your donation in advance on the event
website
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FandomFest at The Folsom Public Library Saturday, May 4
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Celebrate both May the Fourth and Free Comic Book Day at the Folsom Public Library's FandomFest on Saturday. The library has partnered with A-1 Comics to provide official comic books at 1 p.m., until supplies last. There will also be a comic book character meet-and-greet at 1 p.m. Library programming includes superhero storytime, superhero art and craft time, Star Wars BINGO, Learn to Draw Pokemon class, and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse movie showing. Learn more at
www.folsom.ca.us/library.
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Celebrate Family and Fitness May 11
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Enjoy a morning of fun and fitness as we honor and celebrate moms at the 5
th
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. Save on entry fees when you
register
in advance. Call 916-461-6601 for more information.
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Community Service Day Request for Project Proposals
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The Folsom community is coming together again to plan the sixth annual Community Service Day, Folsom’s largest day of volunteerism. This powerful day of service mobilizes thousands of volunteers of all ages and interests to complete dozens of service projects throughout Folsom. Organizers are seeking community-based projects for this year's Community Service Day event, planned for Saturday, September 21. Learn more and submit a project proposal at
www.folsomcommunityservice.org
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Folsom Senior Center Hosts Cinco de Mayo Party Friday
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All seniors age 55+ are invited to this fun celebration from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, May 3. The free event includes light refreshments, a raffle, and live musical entertainment by the Valley Ukulele Society. Party-goers may bring a brown-bag lunch. The Folsom Senior Center is located at 48 Natoma Street; call 916-461-6601 for more information. Please note: the Senior Center’s First Friday Dance has been canceled for May; the next dance will take place 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Friday, June 7.
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Historic District Commission CANCELED
May 1, 5:00 p.m.
Planning Commission CANCELED
May 1, 6:30 p.m.
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