FOLSOM PARKS & RECREATION HOSTS FESTIVAL OF EGGS MARCH 30

Hop on over to Folsom’s Lembi Park, 1302 Riley Street, for the Festival of Eggs Saturday, March 30. The annual springtime event includes all the popular elements: a pancake breakfast (purchase onsite), free kiddie carnival games hosted by the Folsom Teen Council, entertainment, vendor displays, and lots of hands-on activities.

Kids ages 6 and under should arrive from 8 to 9:30 a.m., and ages 7 to 10 from 9:30 to 11 a.m.—remember to bring a basket with you. Pick up your Bunny Trail Map and begin your journey as you visit vendors along the trail to collect goodies and eggs. If you turn in your map at the end of the trail with all key locations found, you’ll receive a ticket to the Bunny’s Golden Egg Chance. You could find a special egg that contains a special golden prize!

Follow the Festival of Eggs Facebook event for all of the latest details and instructions.

The City of Folsom hosts an Earth Day celebration Saturday, April 20. This free, family-friendly event brings the community together through volunteerism, fun activities, and inspiring exhibits that raise environmental awareness.

The event begins at 9 a.m. with volunteer opportunities followed by an informational and fun festival near City Hall. Volunteer opportunities include:

• Creek Cleanup
• Trail Cleanup
• Arbor Day Tree Planting
• Trail Maintenance

Learn more at www.folsom.ca.us/EarthDay.

Join the Folsom Police Department and Councilmember Anna Rohrbough for Coffee with a Cop from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 10 at Peet’s Coffee & Tea, 1290 E. Bidwell St., Suite 110. Officers will be there to share conversation, coffee, and quality time with the community. 

YOUTH RECREATION SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

Scholarships are available to help children and youth access Folsom’s recreational opportunities through the City of Folsom Program for Local Assistance Youth Recreation Scholarships (PLAYRS). The PLAYRS program provides financial assistance for Folsom youth to participate in city recreation activities who could not otherwise due to financial restrictions. Guidelines have been established to assist resident families. PLAYRS scholarships are based on need, merit, and available funding. Visit the City of Folsom website to learn more about the program and to apply.

JOIN A BOOK CLUB AT THE FOLSOM PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Folsom Public Library hosts three book clubs each month for a variety of ages and interests.

• The Book Club meets in the Library Meeting Room from 11 a.m. to noon the third Thursday of the month.
• The “We Read YA” Book Club focuses on Young Adult books and meets at Barnes & Noble Kitchen in Folsom from 6 to 7 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month. For ages 18+.
• The Kids Book Club meets in the Library’s Children’s Area at 3 p.m. the third Saturday of the month. For ages 7 to 12.

Learn more at www.folsom.ca.us/library. 

RELANDSCAPING CAN HARM YOUR TREES

When redesigning your landscape, remember to keep your established trees in mind! They provide shade, cool temperatures, and add value to your property. Altering your landscape can unintentionally harm your trees. Here's how to keep them safe:

• Ensure watering: If converting to a drought-tolerant design, include irrigation for your tree's root zone to avoid stress or death.
• Protect the drip line: Keep yard work and heavy equipment away from the area where a tree's roots spread. Use temporary fencing to mark this zone during landscaping.
• Avoid excessive rocks: Too many rocks near a tree can heat the soil and reduce moisture, causing stress.
• Use wood chip mulch: Mulch conserves moisture, shields roots from heat, suppresses weeds, and enriches soil.
• Group plants by watering needs: This tip saves time and water while benefiting your trees and other plants.
• Seek arborist advice: Consult an expert if unsure about potential harm to your trees during landscaping.

Folsom residents can obtain free shade trees through partnerships with the Sacramento Tree Foundation and SMUD. Learn more at sactree.org. 

FOLSOM POLICE DEPARTMENT HOSTS MOTORCYCLE SKILLS CHALLENGE

Mark your calendar for the Folsom Police Department’s Police Motorcycle Skills Challenge Saturday, April 27. The free event will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 745 Oak Avenue Parkway.

The event will showcase the finest skills and precision riding from law enforcement agencies across the region. Riders will navigate a series of challenging courses designed to test their agility, control, and teamwork. The event will include a festival, vendors, and food trucks.

The Police Motorcycle Skills Challenge is hosted by the Folsom Police Department Traffic Unit. For more information, visit www.folsom.ca.us/police or contact Folsom Police Officer David Rojo at drojo@folsom.ca.us or 916-934-4217.

NATURAL SCIENCE SEMINAR:

GOING BATTY!

Join bat specialist Corky Quirk to demystify the negative concepts of bats and to learn about the environmental benefits they contribute to. Corky is an environmental education embassador and leads school trips to the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area. She founded NorCal Bats and has worked with bats since 2004. She is dedicated to dispelling the fears and myths that surround bats and cause the death of roosts and bat colonies. Corky will have some live bats for seminar participants to observe.

The seminar will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 10 at the Rotary Clubhouse, 7150 Baldwin Dam Road. Ages 10 through adult are welcome to attend; the registration fee is $10/person. Learn more and register online.

The 10^th annual Love My Mom 5K and Kids’ Dash takes place Sunday, May 5. This popular event that celebrates family and community is presented by Folsom Parks & Recreation in partnership with the Palladio and Kaiser. The start and finish are located by Whole Foods, and the course route is fast and flat, making it an ideal route for runners, walkers, and stroller striders–leashed dogs are welcome, too. The fun Kids’ Dash for ages 10 and under will be held prior to the start of the 5K, with medals awarded to all registered participants.

Participants in the 5K will be electronically timed and special awards will be presented to top finishers in a variety of categories including single and double strollers, top mom, top female, and top male. All registered 5K participants will receive a special 10^th anniversary finisher’s medal and other custom swag.

The post-race festivities take place in the Palladio Piazza, with a variety of vendor booths to explore, DJ music, delicious refreshments, and a raffle for high-value prizes. Save on registration: use code “CityNews” for a $5 discount on each 5K registration at raceroster.com.

NEW FAMILY FUN NIGHT EVENT APRIL 26

Folsom Parks & Recreation is hosting a new special event for active families from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 26 at the Andy Morin Sports Complex, 66 Clarksville Road. The event begins with a pizza dinner and the option to create a family flag for your team. Then you’ll decide what to take on first: organized games, activities, and competitions that are sure to keep everyone laughing and ready to take on more. There’s something for everyone: a free throw competition and soccer shoot out if you’re feeling sporty, a puzzle competition and some life-sized board games if that’s more your speed, and a relay obstacle course for the families who like to get silly and play hard. Registration for a Folsom resident family of four is $40; each additional family member is $10. Call 916-461-6601 with questions.

City of Folsom Communications Director

Christine Brainerd | cbrainerd@folsom.ca.us | 916-461-6013 (office)

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