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There is something special about the way our town comes together for simple summer traditions, whether it is a morning stroll through Town Center or an open-air concert in the evening.
We are keeping things nice and practical this week with local business highlights, early ticket drops you will want to know about, and a few unique weekend events. Thanks for letting us be part of your weekly routine. Enjoy the read.
The old Purple Place site finally has a new name
The Gist: The former Purple Place building at 363 Green Valley Road is now showing new Lake House signage, giving one of El Dorado Hills’ most watched restaurant properties a clearer next chapter. The building has also traded its old all-purple look for a dark blue and white exterior.
Why It Matters: Locals have been watching that corner for years. The old Purple Place was more than a restaurant for a lot of EDH families, so seeing visible movement there is the kind of update people notice on the drive by.
EDH Brewfest is already gearing up for its next pour
The Gist: El Dorado Hills Brewfest is getting ready for its ninth annual sip-and-savor celebration at Town Center, with tickets now on sale for the late-summer event. The festival brings together regional breweries, cideries, wineries, food, and community energy in one of EDH’s most familiar gathering places.
Why It Matters: This is one of those events people mark early because it feels very Town Center. Even though the actual festival lands later, ticket news is useful now for anyone who plans around the bigger EDH social calendar.
A pub dinner that works for everyone
1010 White Rock Road, Suite 100, El Dorado Hills, CA
36 Handles Public House is one of those EDH spots that makes the group-dinner problem a lot easier. It has the relaxed pub feel, the beer list is clearly part of the point, and the food is built from scratch with enough range that nobody has to pretend they are fine with the one thing on the menu.
The name gives away the draw, but the kitchen is not just there for backup. The menu includes pub staples like pretzel bites, wings, spinach artichoke dip, burgers, a Goldminer Reuben, buffalo chicken, salads, and plenty of shareable things that make it easy to build the table around a few orders.
It is a good pick when you want casual, local, and lively without turning dinner into a project.
A gym with a real community feel
1235 Glenhaven Court, Suite 350, El Dorado Hills, CA
Our House Fitness feels like the kind of place built for people who want a gym without the big-box attitude. It is membership-based, locally rooted in El Dorado Hills, and set up so members can train independently while still having expert trainers available when they want guidance.
The studio leans into personal training, flexible fitness options, and a supportive environment where the goal is not just getting through a workout, but building something you can keep showing up for. That matters, because the hardest part of fitness around here is not finding a class. It is finding a place that actually feels like somewhere you want to return to.
If you have been meaning to get back into a rhythm, this is a good local name to know.
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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🎬 Family Movie Matinee | Folsom Public Library | Folsom | 07/24 | More
Free indoor movie time with Super Mario Galaxy on deck.
🎨 Teen Friday FunDay: Cartoons + Cereal | Folsom Public Library | Folsom | 07/24 | More
A teens-only hangout built around cartoons and cereal.
🧘 Palladio’s Free Outdoor Yoga | Palladio Piazza | Folsom | 07/25 | More
Free morning movement before the day heats up.
🍽️ Tastes of Town Center | El Dorado Hills Town Center | El Dorado Hills | 07/25 | More
A family-friendly evening with samples and easy wandering.
🧩 Family Jeopardy | 36 Handles Public House | El Dorado Hills | 07/28 | More
Pub trivia with food, prizes, and easy team energy.
🎨 Kids Crafter-Noons | Folsom Public Library | Folsom | 07/30 | More
A free afternoon craft hour made for kids ages 5 to 12.
🎤 Elvis Live in Concert | Harris Center | Folsom | 07/24 | More
A familiar-song night for anyone who likes a little nostalgia.
🎨 Half Dome Paint Class | Painted. Studios Folsom Palladio | Folsom | 07/25 | More
A Saturday evening paint class inspired by one of California’s most iconic views.
👗 Déjà Vuu Vintage Market | Folsom Station Plaza | Folsom | 07/26 | More
Shop vintage clothing, retro treasures, and one-of-a-kind finds downtown.
🎶 Summer Dance Party | Folsom Public Library | Folsom | 07/29 | More
Little ones can sing, wiggle, dance, and play with rhythm props.
🚶 Mom Walk • Sip & Stroll | El Dorado Hills Town Center | El Dorado Hills | 07/29 | More
A stroller-friendly morning walk with coffee nearby.
🎸 The LVVS | Zittel Family Amphitheater | Folsom | 07/30 | More
Nostalgic 80s New Wave hits fuel an open-air dance party.
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