Wednesday, August 1-3, 1:00 - 2:30 PM: Lunch @ the Library
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
While school is out for the summer, join us at the library for a free nutritious lunch. Open to all youth 18 and under. No paperwork required.
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Wednesday, August 1, 3:30 - 5:30 PM: Minecraft
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
Minecraft is an open world, building, and adventure game. 12 spots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The event is free to participate.
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Wednesday, August 1, 5:30 - 8:30 PM: Soil Born Farms - Basics of Herbal Medicine
Soil Born Farms American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive
Learn how to bring medical plants into your everyday life to promote overall wellness and address minor illnesses and injuries. $25 to attend. Registration required.
Thursday, August 2, 3:00 - 5:00 PM: VINS Meeting
Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive
Volunteers in Neighborhood Services (VINS) meets on a monthly basis to discuss volunteer activities.
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Thursday, August 2, 5:00 - 6:00 PM: Live Encaustic Demo
MACC, 10191 Mills Station Road
Come, relax, and learn about the ancient art form of Encaustic painting during the Luminous Layers free art event at the MACC.
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Friday, August 3, 7:00 PM, Food trucks open at 6:30 PM: Friday Night Concerts
Village Green Park, 3141 Bridgeway Drive
The Cordova Community Council will hold a free Friday night concerts for the entire month of August, beginning with the band
Auto Reverse.
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Saturday, August 4, 9:00 - 11:30 AM: Soil Born Farms - Fun on the Farm with Pollinators
Soil Born Farms American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive
Kids will explore the youth garden and American River Ranch learning about what pollinators are and how they help us grow food. Suggested ages 3-9. $15 to attend. Registration required.
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Saturday, August 4, 3:00 - 4:30 PM: Water Wise Tree Care
Soil Born Farms Schoolhouse, 2140 Chase Drive
Join the City of Rancho Cordova and the Sacramento Tree Foundation to learn about caring for your trees using low water landscaping techniques. This free class will also discuss the magic of mulching, slow-watering strategies, and more. Registration required.
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Monday, August 6-11, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM: FREE SAT Prep Class
George Washington Carver School of Arts and Science, 10101 Systems Parkway
A FREE SAT prep class is available to all Rancho Cordova residents who are rising seniors or recent high school graduates. To sign up, email
[email protected].
Monday, August 6, 4:00 - 10:00 PM: City Council Special Meeting/Study Session (4:00 PM) City Council Regular Meeting (5:30 PM)
Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive
The next City Council Special Meeting and Study Session will commence on August 6.
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Tuesday, August 7, All Day: National Night Out with RCPD
Multiple Rancho Cordova locations
Join the Rancho Cordova Police Department (RCPD) for an evening of food, neighbors meeting neighbors, and fun.
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Tuesday, August 7, 5:30 - 8:30 PM: Soil Born Farms - Wild Edibles
Soil Born Farms American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive
Learn how to forage and cook with wild edible foods. This hands-on class focuses on how to make acorns into a tasty flour and how to make elderberry berries into a versatile, delicious and healthful syrup. $30 to attend.
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Wednesday, August 8, 5:30 - 8:30 PM: Soil Born Farms - Building Soil Fertility
Soil Born Farms American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive
In this hands-on class, you will asses which nutrients and amendments healthy soils need and find resourceful ways to create flourishing crops for your home garden or family farm. $25 to attend. Registration required.
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Thursday, August 9, 4:00 - 5:00 PM: Garden Lab for Kids
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
Hang out in the library's garden to learn about growing food, battling bugs, and building planters.
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Friday, August 10, 4:00 - 5:00 PM: Wild Things
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
Join us as Gabe from
Wild Things shows us animals from around the world!
Friday, August 10, 7:00 PM, Food trucks open at 6:30 PM: Friday Night Concerts
Village Green Park, 3141 Bridgeway Drive
The second free Friday Night Concert features
Cherry Bomb, a John Mellencamp Tribute Band.
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Saturday, August 11, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Women Veterans Writing Workshop
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
This free workshop is open to women veterans and women with family members who are veterans. Registration is required.
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Saturday, August 11, 1:00 - 2:30 PM: English Conversation Group
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator.
Tuesday, August 14, 3:30 - 4:30 PM: Read to a Dog
Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Boulevard
Bring your own book or read one from the library to a furry pal from the Lend-A-Heart Association.
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Tuesday, August 14, 5:30 - 9:00 PM: City Council Special Meeting/Work Session
Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive
A City Council Special Meeting/Work Session will commence on August 14.
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