Spring has Sprung! Folsom is beautiful year round, but especially in spring. Flowers and trees blooming, sun shining, and the trails full of runners, walkers and cyclists, which reminds me; be nice to each other and share the trail. Slow down, and pick up after yourself and your dog…Spring also means it’s time for the
At the end of February, the Sierra Snow Pack was a dismal 22% of normal. The media and social networking sites were abuzz with predictions of gloom and doom. Then March came along, with a series of storms dumping massive amounts of snow, bringing the statewide average to 58%.
Interesting stuff coming up…Folsom Parks & Rec is hosting a community workshop for the Proposed Humbug-Willow Creek Trail Crossing. They’re considering erecting a bridge to enable cyclists and pedestrians to cross Folsom Blvd to access the trails. As one who’s been frequently stuck at that crossing signal long after a cyclist has passed, I’m all
Folsom Lake’s storage has risen by a whopping 78,000 acre feet over the past week, as storms brought much-needed rain to the region. Current storage is at about 610,000 acre feet, which is 104% of the average storage for this time of year, with more rain expected next week. Better yet, the storms dumped several
Recent news suggests that due to rising mortgage rates, a labor shortage, building fees, regulations, and other factors, there may be fewer homes for sale in the near future. This can mean a quick and easy sale if you decide to sell, or that you may find yourself unable to find the right home, and
Ski for MS returns to Squaw Valley March 3rd! Can Do Multiple Sclerosis, a national nonprofit that delivers educational programs for families with multiple sclerosis, began organizing this event in 1985. Today, SKI for MS is still the only national event series that combines skiing and fundraising to help people with MS thrive. This year,
A project over 10 years in the making, the Folsom Round House is finally taking shape. This mixed-use building is the brainchild of developer Jerry Bernau, and is part of the multi-phase project known as Historic Folsom Station, known locally as ‘the Railroad Block’. The first phase was the public parking garage, followed by the
January sales numbers are in, and the Folsom housing market, like many others around the state, suffers from high demand on a short supply. Compared to last year at this time, sales were up, listings were down. It’s a familiar story, yes?
Tap Into A Cold One is the kickoff to Folsom’s first annual beer week! January 27th from 4-7pm 40+ breweries will take over the parking garage at the Palladio at Broadstone. These 40+ breweries will have a chance to showcase their new brews for 2018 and highlight what they have going on in Folsom for
Two of the finest roots music fiddle players on the planet — Michael Doucet and Tom Rigney — are joining forces for a series of live performances in Northern California and making a stop at Harris Center in Folsom! Backed by Rigney’s hot band, Flambeau, the show will feature material from their critically acclaimed CD,
Carl Kowall has the notable distinction of being one of the first eight residents of El Dorado Hills, and one of the men who helped create what is today one of the Sacramento Region’s most thriving communities—one that almost never came to be. “My wife and I were one of the first four families who
Since his first pro gig at the age of 16, he’s played thousands of sessions. You can hear him on recordings by everyone from The Mamas and the Papas, to Dizzy Gillespie, Pink Floyd and Frank Sinatra. He’s had success as a sideman, in touring groups and his own best selling and albums on the
Well, it’s that time of year, when all of the experts, naysayers and blowhards come out with their predictions for the housing market. I fall into one or more of those categories, so I thought I’d toss in my two-cents. I take all of my experience, my observations, market trends, news reports, rumors and scuttlebutt,
The November Folsom real estate numbers are in, and there’s little surprise. It is typically one of the slowest months of the year, with cooler weather, fewer daylight hours, and folks taking time off and turning their attention toward the holidays. Pending home sales were up slightly, at 59, compared to 54 for the same
Folsom High Music Teacher Curtis Gaesser has been named a finalist for the Grammy “Music Educator of the Year” Award. Mr. Gaesser was named one of ten Finalists out of more than 2300 applications for the esteemed Educator of the Year Award for 2018. The honor is presented by the Recording Academy and the Grammy
Christmas time is here, and Folsom does it right! Kicking things off tonight is our annual tree lighting celebration. Taking place at the amphitheater in the Historic District, this family-friendly event features, train rides, visits with Santa, face-painting, caroling and more! Be sure to visit the Greater Folsom Partnership booth for treats and a great
The suspects from Friday morning’s robbery at the Palladio Center are described as Hispanic males in their late teens. The attached photo shows their appearance just before the robbery. They are both thin, one was described as 5′-10″ and the other was described as 5′-7″ tall. Detectives are following leads but anyone with information
We’ve heard it all before, a ‘tear down’ sells for $800,000 here, a small house with bay views sells for $2,000,000 there, but for me this San Francisco real estate story takes the cake. I just sold a smelly, 117 year old, 1200 square foot, major fixer of a home, only steps away from a homeless
When veteran journalist and Folsom resident Cristina Mendonsa left News10 in June, many of us wondered about her next move. Would she go to another station? Another career? Another town? We caught up with Cristina today, and she said that although she’s currently interviewing in other media markets, she is happily producing a new series on Folsom, because,
Coming to Folsom’s Harris Center October 12 is a show you don’t want to miss! Inspired by the award-winning documentary of the same name, Take Me To The River brings the masters of blues, soul and R&B together on one stage for an unforgettable journey through the Soul of American Music. This show features legends
Whether you are moving to the other side of town or relocating half-way across the country, moving can be a bit nerve-wracking. The United States Census Bureau reports that 11.2 percent of the population moved in 2016 – that adds up to a lot of people who need to become acquainted with a new community.
Folsom Live is happening September 23, and it just may be the best one yet. They’ve got a great lineup of everything from blues, to country and even disco. There will be food trucks, cocktails, craft beers and more. To get the most out of Live!, you may need a little advice. I’ve volunteered for,
Folsom Live! returns the Folsom’s Historic District this coming Saturday, September 23rd. The band selection crew never ceases to amaze in their ability to put together something for everyone, and this year is no exception. You’ll find blues, classic rock, funk, and reggae and more. Headlining this year is the soulful blues rock Tommy Castro and
Folsom home sales declined sharply in August, closing only 74 units, compared to 105 in July, and 105 for August 2016. What’s the cause? I’m not quite sure. Interest rates remain low, as does unemployment, and the experts say the economy is steadily improving.
Which Wich Superior sandwiches opened their latest newest location, here in Folsom today. Owner Hitesh Patel and his two extended family members, Amit and Dipan Patel, are excited to bringing the first Which Wich to the Folsom community. Which Wich is known for its ordering system, in which customers use red sharpies to mark up and customize their
3 Time Grammy Winning band ‘Los Lobos’ comes to Folsom’s Harris Center on September 22. Using musical molds built on the blues, rockabilly, jazz, and their own Mexican-American heritage, Grammy Award-winners Los Lobos will deliver a high-energy, full-electric concert in Folsom.
Palladio Center is growing again with three new restaurants opening soon. Jeff and Gail Back, owners of the Back Bistro, have announced that they will be moving their restaurant to the center, near the Palladio 16 movie theaters. Construction has just begun. www.backbistro.com Lazy Dog, a Huntington Beach based chain, which has menus for both
MyFolsom.com is proud to present internationally known contemporary jazz guitarist Ray Obiedo in concert on Friday August 25 at 630pm, at Folsom City Lions Park. Whether through his solo work, playing as a sideman, touring or producing, Obiedo has carved out a musical career spanning over four decades. With a wide range of influences, from
You hear it about it from your friends and neighbors, you might even see a few experts spout off about it. It’s a hot topic on online chats. ‘We’re in a bubble’, ‘the market corrects every 10 years, so we’re due’, ‘this just isn’t sustainable!’, ‘Sooner or later, people are going to refuse to pay
Jazz guitarist Al DiMeola is coming to Harris Center on September 14. Al DiMeola has celebrated a career that has spanned four decades and earned him critical accolades, three gold albums and more than six million in record sales worldwide. A bona fide guitar hero, perennial poll-winner, and prolific composer, he has amassed over 20
For more than two decades, Gin Blossoms have defined the sound of jangle pop. From their late 80s start as Arizona’s top indie rock outfit, the Tempe-based combo has drawn critical applause and massive popular success for their trademark brand of chiming guitars, introspective lyricism, and irresistible melodies. Gin Blossoms soon unfurled a chain of
Tap Folsom is back, bigger and better than ever. On Friday, August 4th, beer aficionados and fans of a good time will descend on Folsom’s Historic District to sample beers from some of America’s best craft breweries.
How to Save for Summer Vacation The summer is still young, and if you’re planning on making a get-away for a week or two, Heritage Credit Union has some great money saving tips to help get you there. Looking to squirrel away some cash for your upcoming vacation? Here are six easy ways to save your hard-earned
The arena is just about ready, the cowboys are gearing up, and the horses, well, they’re chompin’ at the bit, because the Folsom Pro Rodeo is happening this weekend!
Tonight’s Folsom Food Truck Safari, tomorrow’s Historic District free concert, and Palladio’s Community Day this coming Saturday have all been cancelled due to extreme heat. Palladio will still have tonight’s concert and has misting systems in place. Make sure you bring water and stay hydrated.
FREE DIY Drop-in Gardening and Drip Irrigation Workshop Want to learn how to save time, money and water in your yard this summer? This Saturday, June 17th, join Rain Bird’s irrigation experts who will be hosting FREE DIY drop-in workshop at the Folsom Home Depot from 10am-1pm to show homeowners simple steps to installing super
It’s rodeo time! The 57th annual Folsom Pro Rodeo takes place July 1st through 3rd. This patriotic family-friendly event includes traditional rodeo events, the comedy of Rodeo Clown Matt Merritt, the Flying Cowboys motorcycle stunt team, nightly fireworks and more. Meet Rodeo Grand Marshall Rich Reynolds tonight at the Luxe Theater in Palladio, and be
When the Folsom dam operators were releasing massive amounts of water, many Folsom residents were alarmed. How could they do that when we’re in a drought? Are they crazy? The Bureau of Reclamation, which operates the dam, was accused of making political moves, using an outdated operations manual, or just being incompetent.
This year promises to be the best ever, as all 3 of Folsom’s free concert venues have stepped up their game! Rock, reggae, Latin, country, blues and jazz. It’s all happenin in Folsom this summer, and all for free in family-friendly settings. Concerts are held Wednesday nights at Palladio Center, Thursday nights at the
The first Folsom Crush Run takes place on Saturday June 17. Go for a 3k, 5k or 10k lenght on this flat, scenic course along Folsom’s beautiful trails. Runners will be treated to a post-race festival featuring, live music, food trucks and wine tasting! This is a fun run like no other. Participants get a