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If you’re thinking about where to brunch, how to keep your children entertained, or what’s happening around, you’re in the right place. Just reasons to enjoy the weekends.
We’ve rounded up a few local gems making this week a little more fun. Grab a coffee and relax. Here’s what locals are buzzing about this week. Let’s get into things quick.
In today’s Scoop:
🍳 Where Folsom Does Brunch
🎂 Stress-Free Birthday Parties
💌 Love Notes for Animal Locals
🌼 Folsom’s Spring Ritual Events
☀️ Sip and Paint Slow Mornings
Weekend Brunch Everyone's Talking About
Some mornings call for a slow start and good mimosas, and Friends With Benedicts Mimosa House delivers just that. This brunch favorite is loved by the regulars, so expect a bit of wait.
The payoff is a variety of brunch menu items, creative mimosas, and buzzing social activities that makes lingering a bit more feel right. Come hungry, bring your patience, and leave happy.
Birthday Parties Made Shockingly Exciting
BusyKids Play and Coworking Cafe is one of those location parents quietly keep a secret. It’s clean, well-decorated, and full of engaging rooms where kids are playing, and making new friends.
Reviews often mention how kind the staff are and how easy birthday parties feel here. Parents love grabbing a coffee while keeping an eye on the fun, especially on hot days or rainy afternoons.
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Folsom Zoo Sweethearts Getting Extra Valentines Love
The Gist: Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary spreads love this Valentine’s Day with a hands-on craft event for all ages. Families can make handmade valentines for their favorite rescued animals, from owls to foxes to bears. All supplies are provided, just bring your creativity and endless love for animals.
Why It Matters: It’s a good excuse to do something different with the kids, support a beloved local zoo, and give some extra kindness to animals with lovable personalities and even greater backstories.
Folsom Welcomes the 5th Spring Arts & Craft Market
The Gist: Historic Folsom’s beloved Spring Arts and Craft Fair is back for its 57th year on April 19. More than 200 artisan vendors will occupy Sutter Street and the Public Plaza from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine, with handmade artworks, jewelry, goodies, food, live music, and family activities.
Why It Matters: This longtime tradition brings neighbors downtown to support local makers, enjoy Folsom’s charm, and kick off spring together. Vendors can apply starting mid-January for applications.
🎶 Bart Vogel | Barrel and Bliss Wine Bar | El Dorado Hills | 01/10 | More
Singer-songwriter melodies with great vocals and intimate, wine-bar ambiance.
🚗 Cars & Coffee | Vine Street Parking Lot | El Dorado Hills | 01/10 | More
Morning meetup showcasing classics, exotic, and modern cars over fresh coffee.
🍪 Groovy Cookies! Cookie Decorating Class | Painted Studios | Folsom | 01/11 | More
Retro-inspired icing techniques and hands-on creativity with sweet, nostalgic flair.
🖼️ Open Studio Sundays | New Joy Arts | Folsom | 01/12 | More
Welcoming space to create, share artistic ideas, and explore creativity together.
🤱🏻 Mom Walk Sip & Stroll | El Dorado Hills Town Center | El Dorado Hills | 01/14 | More
Relaxed morning walk fostering connection, and community with fellow moms.
🎮 FREE Fortnite Fridays | Valhallan Esports Training | Folsom | 01/16 | More
High-energy gaming with prizes, community vibes, and great skill-building fun.
📚 Fantasy Book Club for Adults | Library | El Dorado Hills | 01/09 | More
Discussions into fantasy worlds, beloved series, and imaginative storytelling.
🥂 Single’s Night | Catherine’s Crèperie | Folsom | 01/09 | More
Champagne-fueled mingling with decadent crêpes and effortless conversation.
🎸 Petty Jack Flash | Powerhouse | Folsom | 01/10 | More
Classic rock anthems, energetic singalongs, and high-energy tribute nostalgia.
🎨 Bloom Where You’re Planted | Chicago Fire | Folsom | 01/11 | More
Relaxed paint-and-sip vibes with creativity, good food, and easygoing social fun.
🏌️ Town Center Connect: Association Mixer | X-Golf | El Dorado Hills | 01/14 | More
An evening of local networking, collaboration, and neighborhood connections.
🏃♂️ Fleet Feet x Saucony: Share the Run | Coffee Republic | Folsom | 01/15 | More
Running miles, and great community energy capped with hot chocolate treats.
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