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The late summer music scene around here is really hitting its stride right now. Whether you want to hear bluegrass by the lake or catch some Motown nostalgia at the Harris Center, you do not have to travel far for a great show. We love seeing everyone out enjoying the warm evenings together.
Take a peek at our event list below to find your perfect weekend soundtrack. Have a great week out there!
Prospector Park earns a regional honor
The Gist: Folsom’s Prospector Park has been named a 2026 Project of the Year by the Sacramento Chapter of the American Public Works Association. It received the honor in the Parks and Trails category.
Why It Matters: Residents helped shape the park through community meetings and surveys. The finished space transformed an undeveloped site into a welcoming neighborhood gathering place, showing what thoughtful public input can accomplish.
Nearly 400 students start school prepared
The Gist: Twin Lakes Food Bank helped nearly 400 local students, from preschool through high school, begin the year with new backpacks and school supplies.
Why It Matters: Families also received groceries, hygiene kits, books, gift cards, and access to haircuts. Community donors provided more than 400 backpacks, while Bayside Church of Folsom’s vacation Bible school raised $7,000 for the effort.
Where pints meet plant life
4363 Town Center Boulevard, Suite 110, El Dorado Hills, CA
Boring Rose Brewing Co. may be the only place in Town Center where the beer is brewed beside plants on a family farm. The taproom carries that idea indoors, with a plant shop up front, greenery throughout the room, and a waterfront patio for lingering over another round.
The Hot Honey Pepperoni pizza brings jalapeños, olives, and a sweet-spicy drizzle. The Lemon Pesto Chicken pizza piles on artichoke hearts, fresh lemon, pine nuts, and arugula. Pretzel sticks with beer cheese cover the table when nobody wants to commit to a full meal.
A cold Lost Horizon Hazy IPA, a warm pizza, and a new houseplant on the way out. Not a bad Town Center afternoon.
Skip the dealership runaround
4364 Town Center Boulevard, Suite 120, El Dorado Hills, CA
Buying a car usually means giving up an afternoon to fluorescent lights and back-and-forth negotiations. El Dorado Hills Motors was built around a different idea. Owner David Del Dotto and his team handle the shopping and negotiating, then deliver the vehicle to their Town Center Auto Lounge.
They can locate a new vehicle, arrange a lease or purchase, handle a trade-in, buy your current car, or consign something special. The consignment service includes pricing and marketing tailored to the individual vehicle, which is particularly useful for classics and harder-to-place models.
David credits his father’s 50-year legacy of integrity for the honesty-first approach. It feels less like walking into a dealership and more like having a knowledgeable local handle the difficult parts for you.
Skip the Typical Resort This Summer. Stay in a Centuries-Old Sicilian Village Instead.
Casa Gratteri offers beautifully restored homes in Gratteri, a hidden mountain town in Sicily with sweeping views, deep history, and zero crowds. Full concierge service, a private chef on request, and modern finishes throughout. This is the kind of trip people talk about for the rest of their lives.
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📚 Friday Storytime | Folsom Public Library | Folsom | 08/07 | More
A cheerful story break with songs, movement, and plenty of little-reader smiles.
🍑 Peaches at the Market | Folsom Community Farmers Market | Folsom | 08/08 | More
Peak-season fruit, playful contests, live tunes, and kid-friendly market fun.
🥕 Town Center Certified Farmers Market | Marshall Amphitheater | El Dorado Hills | 08/08 | More
Fresh produce, handmade finds, local art, and an unhurried neighborhood stroll.
🤖 Free Robotics Workshop for Kids | Courtyard by Marriott Sacramento Folsom | Folsom | 08/08 | More
Kids build, code, and test a robot in a hands-on workshop.
🧘 Free Outdoor Yoga | Palladio Piazza | Folsom | 08/08 | More
An open-air flow welcomes every level with movement, sunshine, and easy community.
⭐ Live On The Boulevard Stars | Marshall Amphitheater | El Dorado Hills | 08/13 | More
Hometown voices and big-stage energy make local pride sing.
🧀 Charcuterie 101 with Cheese & Charm | Art & Bloom Studio | El Dorado Hills | 08/07 | More
Learn the little touches that turn a snack board into a showstopper.
🪕 Bear Whiskey | Crawdads on the Lake | Folsom | 08/08 | More
Folk and bluegrass roll easily beside the water for a laid-back afternoon.
🤠 Honky Tonk Highways | Zittel Family Amphitheater | Folsom | 08/08 | More
Roots country, bluegrass, rockabilly, and folk celebrate California’s musical heritage.
🎙️ Motown Mania | Harris Center | Folsom | 08/09 | More
Golden-era soul, polished harmonies, and sharp choreography invite instant nostalgia.
👢 August Line Dancing | EDH Community Services District | El Dorado Hills | 08/11 | More
No partner needed for upbeat steps, friendly instruction, and confidence-building movement.
🧠 Tuesday Trivia 2.0 | Gaslight Co. | Folsom | 08/11 | More
Quick questions and friendly competition make Tuesday feel unexpectedly lively.
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