Rancho Cordova Events: July 15 - 31, 2018

Tuesday, July 17, 3:30 - 6:30 PM: Purple Heart Truck Run Journey Across America
Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive
The Purple Heart Truck Run will travel to Rancho Cordova City Hall to raise awareness of mobility needs of combat-wounded veterans and will be presented with a proclamation from the City. Learn more

Friday, July 20, 4:00 - 5:00 PM: A Magical Journey 
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
Trek through time and space with the magic librarian at the Rancho Cordova Library. Utilize maps, books, and words to open your imagination to new locations, people and knowledge.  Learn more

Friday, July 20, 5:30 - 8:30 PM: Party in the Park
Lincoln Village Community Park & Pool, 3480 Routier Road
Cordova Recreation and Park District's Party in the Park is extra special this year with the celebration of the District's 60th Anniversary. The event features a kid zone, rock wall, giant inflatable slide, and more. Free admission. Learn more

Friday, July 20 - August 11: Luminous Layers: Sierra Wax Group Exhibition
MACC, 10191 Mills Station Road
Come and experience the ancient techniques of Encaustic Painting with an Exhibition of Wax Artists. The Artist Reception will take place on July 21 from 12:00-5:00 PM. The event is free to attend.  Learn more

Saturday, July 21, 8:00 - 10:00 AM: Soil Born Farms - 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. The event is $8 to attend, and registration is required. Learn more

Saturday, July 21, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Soil Born Farms - Managing Pests
Soil Born Farms American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive
Join us to learn about common garden pests and how to manage them without toxic pesticides. The class is $25 to attend, and registration is required. Learn more

Wednesday, July 25, 4:00 - 5:00 PM: Sciencetellers
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard 
Grab your spurs and journey with us to the Wild West, where a legendary bank robber is in town and ready to strike again! Audience of all ages will explore the fascinating science behind chemical reactions, combustion, and more. Learn more

Wednesday, July 25, 6:00 PM: California Capital Airshow Volunteer Rally
Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive
The 13th annual California Capital Airshow will be soaring above Mather Airport September 21-23, 2018, and you can join in the fun by volunteering as an Aviation Ambassador. Volunteers will receive free admission to the airshow, along with lunch, a t-shirt, and more. Learn more

Saturday, July 28, All Day: Free Teen Driving Clinic 
3905 Alert Road
The Stephanie Bellotti Teen Fund will host a free teen driving clinic for new drivers in partnership with the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department. The clinic includes a hands-on-the-wheel course with one-on-one instruction. Learn more

Saturday, July 28, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Soil Born Farms - Sustaining the Environment with Native Plants
Soil Born Farms American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive
Learn how to analyze plants for human use and how to collect them in a sustainable way. The event is $25 to attend. Registration is required. Learn more

Tuesday, July 31, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: California Telephone Access Program - iPhone Training
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
Presented by California Phones, this training will help you make your smartphone work better for you. Registration is required. Learn more


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


Ongoing Events 

Tuesdays - Saturdays: Veterans Resource Station 
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
Trained volunteers are available to help connect veterans to their benefits at various times between Tuesday and Saturday each week. 

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. 

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.

Fridays, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM: SactoMoFo Food Truck Friday
3180 Kilgore Road
Choose from a range of food trucks serving unique street food options every Friday near the intersection of White Rock and Kilgore Roads. Also, check out some lunchtime events during the week and food truck news. Learn more

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


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Tuesday, August 7: National Night Out with RCPD
Rancho Cordova locations
Join the Rancho Cordova Police Department (RCPD) for an evening of food, neighbors meeting neighbors, and fun! If you are having a party in your neighborhood, you can request a visit from RCPD. Learn more

Thursday, August 16, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Business to Community Expo
Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive
Join us at the 8th Annual Business Expo, and enjoy a free lunch and visit nearly 100 vendors, including local restaurants and caterers, non-profits and service organizations, and so much more. The event is free to attend. Vendor registration required. 
 
 
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