Step away from the electronics. We’ve got everything you need to stay entertained this summer—no TV, cell phone or tablet required. (However, we may allow you to use your computer to sign up for or purchase tickets to these can’t-miss events!)

For all ages, budgets and interests, this year’s A-to-Z summer guide will give you the inside scoop on what’s cool, what’s fun and what’s free! Come along with us as we show you where to beat the summer heat, get your heart pumping and make memories with the whole family. Summer 2014 will not disappoint!

A is for Antiques

Four blocks of Historic Sutter Street in Folsom will be devoted to a wide and great selection of antiques and collectibles on Saturday, September 13. Admission to the 47th Annual Antique Peddlers Fair is free, and great food and live entertainment will also be featured. Get there early, as this event is known to draw up to 10,000 shoppers! Parking will be available in the structure located at 905 Leidesdorff Street.
For even more unusual and vintage finds, check out the Sacramento Antique Faire every second Sunday at 2300 Front Street in Sacramento. Beginning at 6:30 a.m., peruse fine art, vintage clothing, jewelry, furniture, housewares, military antiques and loads more. Admission is $3 (children 16 and under are free).
Locally, check out the following antique shops: Gracefully Vintage (gracefully-vintage.com), Gray’s Place Antiques (graysplaceantiques.com) and Not Too Shabby (nottooshabbyshop.com).

B is for Brewfests

Mmm…beer.  Carrera Productions will host the second annual Folsom Rhythm & Brews on Saturday, June 14, from noon to 6 p.m. at the Palladio. The boozy and exciting event will feature two stages and six bands, a kids’ zone, craft beers from over 40 breweries, great food and more. Admission is free and tasting kits are $18 in advance or $25 at the door.
The popular Bell Tower Brewfest is scheduled for 6 p.m. on June 28. Sample more than 40 craft brews while strolling through Downtown Placerville, and enjoy live entertainment from Achilles Wheel, Shauna Lea & The Hired Guns Band, and the Ice House Blues Band. Tickets are limited and expected to sell out. You can purchase online or locally in Placerville at River City Bank, Cuppa Coffee & More, The Wine Smith and Placerville Brewing.
You can enjoy even more brewskis at the Sixth Annual Auburn Brewfest on 4 p.m. Saturday, June 14 at the Gold Country Fairgrounds in Farrell Wrenn Park. Tickets are on sale now for $25 in advance, or $35 at the door. And, you’ll also get a commemorative mug!

C is for Camps

The Sacramento River Cats will once again take to the bases with summer instructional camps, coached by future MLB stars! The two sessions will be open to kiddos ages 7-12. Camp 1 will be held June 12-13, and Camp 2 will be August 14-15. The two-day camps will include instruction from River Cats players and coaches, Chalk Talk from a River Cats award-winning motivational speaker, a baseball camp T-shirt, and a free ticket to the River Cats game on June 13 or August 15. The cost for a single camp is $109, or $189 for both camps; register soon as camps fill up fast! rivercats.com
Looking for other can’t-miss camps this summer? Folsom Parks and Recreation has dozens to choose from for kids of all ages and interests, including MovieWorkz! Filmmaking Camp with Creative Brain Learning (ages 9-15), Hip Hop Camp with a Come Dance With Me Performing Arts Workshop (ages 7-12), Pre-Engineering with LEGOs (ages 5-6), T-Rex Tracking (ages 6-9), Summer CAVE (grades 6-8) and many more. And for the kiddos who love animals, sign them up for one of the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary’s offerings. ABC Zoo Camp (ages 4-7) will teach little ones about the wonders of wildlife through crafts, songs and hands-on interaction; Junior Zookeeper Camp (ages 8-11) will allow kids to help prepare animal diets, participate in animal handling, clean exhibits and more; and We Love Ponies! (ages 6-12) will let campers brush, feed, saddle and ride the ponies. folsom.ca.us/depts/parks_n_recreation/guide/default.asp
In El Dorado Hills, check out the Community Service District’s roster of camps for kids and teens that run the gamut from Mad Science and Theatre Arts to Junior Golf and Equestrian Day Camps and more! For all the details, visit edhcsd.org and download this year’s activity guide.

D is for the Dog Days of Summer

On June 7, bring Fido and the family to Land Park for the annual Doggy Dash, a scenic and fun walk that helps raise money for shelter animals. Following the walk, stroll through the Bark at the Park Festival, featuring the best pet products from various local area businesses and specialty shops. Show off your pups’ best skills in the fashion show contest or Frisbee competition.
Bring your canine companions and unleash the fun at the Bark ‘n’ Splash Bash at the Folsom Aquatic Center on October 12 from 1-4 p.m. For $10 per pup, they’ll be allowed to swim and frolic in the Activity Pool, which features a pooch-pleasing play structure and sloped beach-style entry into the water; and for the water-shy, there’s abundant lawn for romping, lounging and doggie socializing. A variety of vendors will be on hand to provide information and product samples. Dog licenses, microchip implants for permanent identification, and rabies vaccinations will be available on-site for a fee.
This year’s Woofstock is scheduled for 9 a.m. on August 24 at Johnson-Springview Park in Rocklin and will offer various activities, entertainment, a doggy ducky drop, local business vendors and more. Now in its seventh year, this free event is a howl of a time for any canine enthusiast and will benefit area canine rescue groups.
On any day this summer, let Spot off his leash at Hacienda Dog Park in Cameron Park.

E is for Endurocross

For the thrill-seekers reading, don’t miss your chance to watch some of the best motorcycle riders in the world as Geico Endurocross stops in our area. The fun begins at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, at Sleep Train Arena. Endurocross is a mix of supercross, trials and endurance racing held indoors over off-road riding obstacles, including rocks, boulders, logs, sand, mud, a water-hole and special obstacles (like giant tires). The general public will be allowed to watch the practice runs starting at 8:30 a.m. on June 21. Tickets range from $12.50 (kids 2-12) to $45 (VIP).
Fans can also catch Ultimate Enduro at the Placer County Fair on Thursday, June 19, from 7-10 p.m.

F is for Fishing

This is one catch-of-a-deal you won’t want to release! The California Department of Fish and Wildlife will offer two Free Fishing Days on July 5 and September 6, where you can fish without a sport-fishing license. Note: All other fishing regulations, such as bag and size limits, gear restrictions, report card requirements (if you’re fishing for abalone, steelhead, sturgeon, spiny lobster, or salmon in the Smith and Klamath-Trinity River systems), fishing hours and stream closures still remain in effect. So, if you’ve never felt the excitement as a bass tug-tug-tugs while it tastes the worm, nor enjoyed the calm of the near-quiet morning out on the water, these two days might just reel you into a great new hobby.

G is for Great American Backyard Campout

Turn the TV off and leave the phone in the house, but don’t forget to grab the s’mores ingredients and prepare campfire tales as you head outside for a night away from mind-numbing technology! Sleep under the stars and reconnect with nature during the 10th Annual Great American Backyard Campout on June 28, an event from National Wildlife Federation (NWF) that encourages families and people of all ages to camp in their backyards and campgrounds. As you plan for the night outside, first head to NWF’s website for packing lists, recipes, nocturnal wildlife guides, exploration activities, nature games and more.

H is for History

With multiple events planned for this summer, kids and parents alike can learn fascinating facts about John Sutter’s life and California’s rich history at Sutter’s Fort via their Hands on History events. On July 19, the theme focuses on War in California in 1846, when Mexican California was in a constant state of political unrest and threats from foreign powers were a constant menace—a time when as many as five flags may have had a turn flying over Sutter’s Fort. During this event, enjoy a historical scavenger hunt, black powder weapon demonstrations and more. On August 16, get your gold diggin’ on. Mining the Miners: Sutter’s Fort and the Gold Rush will tell the story of the search for gold in 1849, which precipitated the largest, unforced migration in the history of humanity. People from everywhere descended to the ungoverned land of California and headed straight to Sutter’s Fort before starting their quest to get rich quick. But for John Sutter, the Gold Rush destroyed his empire. At this event, learn who did get rich off the Gold Rush as well as why some folks succeeded when others failed. On September 20, Hands on History celebrates the 175th anniversary of John Sutter’s arrival with a Day of Interactive Learning. Learn about John Sutter’s dream to build an agricultural kingdom that would encompass all of the Sacramento Valley at Hands On History-Harvest: The Real Gold in California, also on September 20. When the Gold Rush crushed Sutter’s dream by re-routing the watercourses without a thought for environmental damage, it took years for the agricultural industry to recover, but the state did eventually achieve the success and growth Sutter had dreamed. Each Hands on History event runs from 6:30-9 p.m., and costs $7 per adult (18 and older), $5 per youth (6-17) and is free for children 5 years and under. suttersfort.org
Closer to home, don’t miss the Pioneer Village Shindig, a fund-raiser for Folsom’s outdoor living history venue (Pioneer Village), which features gold panning, a working blacksmith, and the oldest freight depot of its era west of the Rockies. On June 7 from 5-8 p.m., Wool Street in Historic Folsom will be filled with dancing to the tunes of Fiddle, Flash and Friends, an ice cream sundae bar, chili dinner and a dessert auction. folsomhistorymuseum.org

I is for Ice Cream

There’s no shortage of amazing ice cream shops and parlors in our neighborhoods—just check out the “Hit List” on page 14! And to really top this sundae with whipped cream and a cherry, we’ve got the scoop on the Sacramento Zoo’s 30th Annual Ice Cream Safari from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday, August 16. With an early bird ticket purchased before August 13 (adults: $17, children 2-11: $13), you’ll get all-you-can-eat Baskin Robbins Ice Cream in cones, sundaes and floats along with all-you-can-drink Coca-Cola beverages. Throughout the 14-acre zoo, kids and parents alike will have fun at every corner with face painting, a dance party, and live entertainment. Plus, you can enter the GiRaffle for some awesome prizes. All proceeds will benefit the general maintenance and animal care at the Zoo.
Now to a woman who has been changing the local ice cream scene—let us introduce you to Rachel Sprinkle-Strong, owner of Popcycle Creamery. For the past couple years, Rachel has been creating hand-crafted artisanal ice cream push pops, and delivering them on her specialty bike—it has a freezer mounted on the front that can hold up to 200 of her pops. Her flavors change every month, and we are already drooling just thinking about what her summer pops could be. Recently, she served Black Forest Brownie, Spiced Caramel Cookie, Vanilla with Maltballs and many others. Find her around town at local events or with a minimum order of 12 pops or 3 pints, she’ll deliver ’em right to you.

J is for Jokes

Get your laughter on with George Lopez and Larry the Cable Guy! Both comedians will take the stage at Thunder Valley Casino Resort’s outdoor amphitheater on June 13 and July 18, respectively. Lopez, who currently stars on the FX sitcom Saint George, will bring big laughs and social commentary to the Sacramento area. Larry the Cable Guy will get it done with his blue-collar act and homespun humor. Just don’t forget your sleeveless shirt and cowboy hat. Tickets for both shows range from $34.75 to $83.75.
Laugh it up Tuesday through Sunday at 9 p.m. at The Improv at Harveys Lake Tahoe, which features two new comics weekly.
At Tommy T’s in Rancho Cordova, don’t miss Michael Mancini, the Tonight Show’s “World’s Funniest Cop” winner (June 5-8); Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper’s Mark Curry (July 11-13); and Steve-O from the popular JACKASS series (August 28-31).

K is for Kickstands

Brush those cobwebs off and get ready to ride your bicycle! The 2014 Prairie City Race Series in Folsom has two races left on June 4 and June 11. This is the 19th season for the event, and each race brings at least 450 competitors. Walk-up, race-day registration will open at 4:30 p.m., with an additional fee of $5. Grab your family and race together or let the kiddos race on their own. No matter your ability or speed, this series has something for everyone.
Two more great days of racing will take place on June 14 and 15. Race one is the Folsom Historic Crit and race two is the Nevada City Classic at Downtown Broad Street. Both races are part of the Omnium, where riders must race in both events in order to qualify for the big race. Prizes will be awarded for each race as well as the overall Omnium winners.
Placerville Bike Shop posts weekly Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday rides on their website. Open to beginner, intermediate and advanced riders, on road or mountain terrain, it’s a perfect way to socialize and burn some calories, too!

L is for Live Music

Head over to the El Dorado Hills Town Center for 12 (nearly) back-to-back weeks of guaranteed fun and amazing music at Live on the Boulevard. Starting June 19, Eagles Tribute band Boys of Summer will kick off the can’t-miss concert series, which will also feature Petty Theft (San Francisco tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers), Unauthorized Rolling Stones, Chris Gardner Band, Nathan Owens Motown & Soul Review, Mania (Beatles tribute), Cash Prophets (Johnny Cash tribute) and much more. Don’t miss the Folsom Symphony performing American Salute, which will close the series on September 11. Along with the Thursday night concerts in the Steven Young Amphitheater from 6:30-8:30 p.m., the shows will also include food, giveaways and dancing!
Don’t miss the Cameron Park Family Concert on Saturday, August 2 at the Cameron Park Lake bandstand from 5-8 p.m. Late for Dinner, one of El Dorado County’s hottest and most entertaining bands, will entertain; dancing and good times are sure to follow! Free for residents (must show ID); non-resident admission is $5.
The Palladio at Broadstone’s Wednesday Night Sumer Concert Series kicks off June 4 at 7 p.m. with Pop Fiction, and continues weekly through August 27.
Summer Concerts in the Park are all the rage. Check out Folsom’s at Lions Park on Fridays at 6:30 p.m. (beginning June 6). In El Dorado Hills, head to the EDH Community Park on August 22 and September 5 (music starts at 7 p.m.), and then on September 20 for the popular finale from 5-9 p.m.

M is for Musicals

For the theater geek in all of us, don’t miss a chance to see Jesus Christ Superstar when it comes to Sacramento for one show only at 8 p.m. July 15 at Sleep Train Arena. The rock musical became a global phenomenon when it first opened more than 40 years ago, and has now been reimagined for the 21st century as an arena rock spectacular touring North America. Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ground-breaking show features an all-star cast of rock, pop and R&B superstars including Incubus’ lead vocalist Brandon Boyd as Judas Iscariot, *NSYNC vocalist JC Chasez as Pontius Pilate, Destiny’s Child’s Michelle Williams as Mary Magdalene, John Rotten Lydon from Public Image Ltd and Sex Pistols as King Herod, and introduces Superstar Winner Ben Forster as Jesus. Tickets range from $43.98 to $185.73, and are available at ticketmaster.com.
For a show closer to home, Todd Ellison & Friends presents the Romance of Broadway on June 6 at Harris Center, with the most romantic music from the Great White Way, including West Side Story’s “Maria,” South Pacific’s “Some Enchanted Evening,” Man of La Mancha’s “The Impossible Dream” and much more. From July 11-20, El Dorado Musical Theater will perform Disney’s The Jungle Book, as well as the Best of Broadway on June 17.

N is for Nite Slide

Kicking off June 13 is Nite Slide at SunSplash Waterpark, where you can cool off after a hot day with waterslides under the stars! Admission is $19.99, and the park will stay open from 5-10:30 p.m. Join in the evening fun most Mondays-Saturdays through August 2.

O is for saying “Oh-La-La”

Held every summer at the Crest Theatre, Sacramento’s French Film Festival will premiere new films, rediscover classics as well as present French short films in exclusivity and Sacramento shorts with a “French flavor” produced by Sacramento artists. The festival opens on Friday, June 20, with an often sold-out catered reception followed by the opening film. Films continue all day Saturday and Sunday for two weekends. Saturday midnight movies are presented to mature audiences, and the festival concludes on Sunday, June 29, with a champagne party following the closing film. All films are presented in French with English subtitles, and shown either once or twice. Tickets are available for single films and passes are available for special events, one weekend or the whole festival.

P is for Puppet Shows

June, July and August are packed with hilarious and charming puppet shows, family-friendly campouts and art days at Fairytale Town in Sacramento’s Land Park. June brings a Cinderella puppet show (June 7-8), a Family Campout (June 13-14), and A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Crystal Ice Cream Fantasy (June 28). Enjoy an International Celebration (July 5), Little Red Riding Hood puppet show (July 5-6), Arts for All Day (July 12), Disney’s Sleeping Beauty presented by The Fairytale Town Troupers (July 19-27), and another Family Campout (July 26-27) the following month. And, to close things out in August, Fairytale Town will entertain guests of all ages with Three Billy Goats Gruff puppet show (August 2-3), Cat & the Fiddle Musical Festival (August 9-10), and one last Family Campout (August 15-16).

Q is for Quilts

The three-day Gold Bug Quilters Annual Quilt Show will run from September 5-7 at the Cameron Park Community Center. Get a peek at the group’s opportunity quilt “Tree of Paradise,” which was pieced by members of the guild and quilted by Susan Krinks. Dozens of vendors from the area will also be on hand with everything from quilting machines to thread rippers. Attendees can vote for their favorite quilt as well as visit the country store, participate in the silent auction or basket raffle, watch demonstrations, enjoy good food and enter the raffle for the opportunity quilt. Proceeds will benefit the Gold Bug Quilters scholarship fund for El Dorado County high school and college students. Men will have the opportunity to vote for “Gentlemen’s Choice” on their favorite quilts. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $7 (includes all three days), though men and children are free.
If perusing all of these pretty quilts has you sew inclined to learn, check out Sew Fun Fabric Quilting & Sewing Center and Meissner Sewing & Vacuum Center; both offer classes aplenty.

R is for Rodeo

Giddy up! The Folsom Pro Rodeo is bucking its way back to town July 3-5 for its 54th annual festival. There will be non-stop fun for everyone each night, thanks to rodeo clowns, a silver-dollar dig for the youngins’, local business food booths, the arrival of the American flag by parachute, motocross freestyle daredevil Justin Ayres and his death-defying back flip, mutton busting, wild rodeo action with bulls, broncs and cowboys, nightly in-arena fireworks, live music and more. The gates open each night at 6 p.m., with riding events at 8 p.m., fireworks at 9:30 p.m. and live music at 10 p.m.

S is for Swimming

Practice your diving, backstroke and belly flops at these public pools! Folsom Aquatic Center (1200 Riley Street, 916-355-8318) offers a variety of programs for all ages and ability levels. The El Dorado Hills Community Pool (1021 Harvard Way, 916-614-3228) extends its hours (Monday-Friday from noon to 4 p.m., 7-9 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday from 2-7 p.m.) between now and August 10, and the Cameron Park Aquatics Pool has a water slide that can’t be beat!
And don’t think we forgot about the awesome lakes and rivers that surround us. Folsom Lake and its recreation area offer opportunities for hiking, biking, running, camping, picnicking, horseback riding, water-skiing and boating. Fishing offers trout, catfish, big and small bass or perch. Cameron Park Lake offers four tennis courts, a playground, walking/jogging trail, fishing, boat rentals and picnic areas, in addition to swimming of course. The park also has a seasonal concession stand. The American River spans Placer, El Dorado and Sacramento counties, and offers opportunities aplenty for rafting, kayaking, hiking, horseback riding and more.

T is for Tilt-A-Whirl

Gather the family and head to Cal Expo for dizzying rides (like our favorite, the tilt-a-whirl!), sugary-sweet funnel cakes, the always-happy mascot Poppy and so much more! The California State Fair, which kicks off July 11 and runs through the 27, will be open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday to Sunday. The 17-day fair is a celebration of the great state of California, its industries, agriculture and diversity of its people.
These summer months also bring a wide selection of county fairs, including the El Dorado County Fair from June 12-15 at the El Dorado Fairgrounds in Placerville, Placer County Fair from June 19-22 at 800 All America City Boulevard in Roseville, Amador County Fair in Plymouth from July 24-27 and the Nevada County Fair on August 6-10. Many offer free or discounted admission days; check websites for details.

U is for U-Pick Farms

Yes, summer means a different local farmers’ market each day of the week, but why not skip it once in a while and head to a farm to pick your own fresh produce? Before you venture to one of these local farms, put an ice chest in your car to keep your fruits and veggies fresh on the drive home. For safety, be sure to wear sneakers with good soles, sunscreen and other protective layers, and don’t wear perfume or other scented products that might attract bees. For places to hand pick fresh produce, check out Veerkamp’s Pick’N Carry Berries in Elk Grove (916-806-4191, usually open June 1-mid July); American River Cherry Company in Placerville (530-626-3881, open May to mid July); and Amber Oaks Raspberries in Auburn (530-885-3420, open June to November, call for appointment).

V is for Volleyball

Bump, set, spike! Did you know volleyball is the second most popular summer activity after swimming? It’s a friendly and competitive game, and it’ll give you a great workout. And though we’re more than a few minutes away from the ocean, that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the feeling of sand between our toes. All you have to do is head to one of the sand volleyball courts around town! In Folsom, BT Collins, Elvie Perazzo Briggs, John Kemp, Lembi and Livermore Parks all offer grass or sand courts. In El Dorado Hills, you’ll want to head to Lake Forest or Oak Knoll Parks. And if you’re not into volleyball, why not give badminton a try?

W is for Wine Time

Swirl, sniff, sip! There’s very little that is more enjoyable than a summer day paired with (get it?) delicious wines. Mark your calendars for Wine at Town Center on June 14 at the El Dorado Hills Town Center. Presented by the Rotary Clubs of El Dorado Hills and Cameron Park, and starting at 6 p.m., taste award-winning artisan wines and craft brews, sample bites from local restaurants and rock out to the live entertainment.
Drink some “creative juice” (wine) and paint a masterpiece at one of Painted. Studios’ themed classes, where you sip local wines and let the brush work its magic. On the 30th of every month, they offer a “Thirty Thirty” special—one class for only $30, regardless what night it falls on!
Another perfect way to while away a summer day? Designate a driver and explore Amador or El Dorado County for an afternoon of wine tasting. Both regions offer more than 35 wineries to pick from, so map it out ahead of time and bring a picnic lunch (we love the deli sandwiches and prepared foods from Amador Vintage Market!).

X is for X-ploring New Areas

Grab your compass and your camera ‘cause we’ve got some exploring to do! Through September 28, hop on board the California State Railroad Museum’s Weekend Excursion Train Rides. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each Saturday and Sunday, travel back in time to see how the Sacramento Southern Railroad used to operate along the levees of the Sacramento River. During the six-mile ride (45 minutes round trip), guests will delight in the sights, smells and sounds of an authentic train from an earlier era—complete with vintage closed coaches with comfy seats as well as open-air gondolas with bench style seating. Tickets can be booked online in advance (Monday - Friday) or in person starting at 10:30 a.m. the day of the train ride.
For a trip filled with more secrets, Old Sacramento Underground Tours reveal the facts behind the legends that lie below historic buildings and sidewalks. You’ll explore excavated foundations and enclosed pathways while hearing tales of devastation, perseverance and determination that led to a successful street-raising project.
If you’d prefer food and drink while you walk, don’t miss the Urban Art, Food & Libations Walking Tour happening at 2 p.m. on Thursdays through Saturdays through August 30. The tour will explore alleyways, turn corners and travel along one-way streets to view various urban art murals in the Midtown area. Along the way, pop into a few of Sacramento’s excellent wine and Port tasting rooms and indulge in Mom and Pop eateries and bakeries. The tour will include six to seven stops over a 3.5-hour time frame. Tickets are $58-$65 per adult.

Y is for Yoga

Get your namaste on with a variety of yoga classes offered in the area. Leap Yoga (1725 Iron Point Road, Folsom, 916-608-5327) has classes at any level of practice for adults, women who are prenatal/postpartum, and teens and kids. Bikram Yoga Folsom (1013 Riley Street, Folsom, 916-984-9000) encourages beginners and experienced practitioners to visit its studio, and with classes starting at 5:30 a.m. and the last one scheduled for 8:15 p.m. (visit website for current schedule), there’s no excuse of being too busy! Zuda Yoga (220 Blue Ravine Road, Suite 140, 916-985-4428) offers a great 30 days for $30 introduction deal for first-time students, which is hard to refuse.

Z is for Zoo

Calling all animal pals! Spend your summer days (and nights!) at the Sacramento Zoo. Bring the whole family out to the Overnight Safaris in June, July and August for an educational evening spent learning about the zoo when the sun goes down! You just might see animal behaviors you never have seen before. Dinner and breakfast are provided. Twilight Thursdays will bring extended Zoo hours, dinner specials, live music and activities in June and July. The King of Feasts Food & Wine Luau on Saturday, June 21, offers gourmet food from Sacramento’s finest area restaurants and bakeries, live entertainment, Polynesian dancers and a silent auction.
Hear stories about the animals and meet one of them up close at the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary’s Storytime at the Zoo on June 26 and July 24 from 10 a.m. to noon. The Zoo is also the perfect summer day trip—whether you want to feel like a kid again, or bring your kids! Summer hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (through August 31), Tuesday through Sunday.