TRICK OR TREAT WITH THE FOLSOM POLICE DEPARTMENT

The Folsom Police Department hosts a Public Safety Trunk-or-Treat event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, October 28. Wear your favorite Halloween costume and trick-or-treat as you check out police vehicles, equipment, and programs. The event will be held at the Folsom Police Department, 46 Natoma Street. Parking will be available at the Folsom Community Center, 52 Natoma Street. Costumes that include weapons are not allowed. For more information about this event, visit www.folsom.ca.us/police.

FREE RESOURCE FAIR FOR SENIORS TODAY

The Folsom Senior Center is hosting a free resource fair from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday, October 20 for seniors, caregivers, and family members. A variety of businesses and organizations will provide information about aging in place, downsizing, selling your home and moving, durable medical equipment, fall prevention, in-home care, transportation options, placement services, senior living options, and more topics. Resource Fair attendees can also take part in a free raffle for prizes provided by the onsite vendors. The Folsom Senior Center is located at 48 Natoma Street. Call Nadia Khhokhhar Roberts at 916-461-6685 or email nroberts@folsom.ca.us with questions about the event.

DRUG TAKE BACK DAY IS OCTOBER 28

Keep your expired or unwanted prescription drugs from falling into the wrong hands. The Folsom Police Department will take part in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event Saturday, October 28. Bring your unused, unwanted, or expired prescription medications to Folsom Fire Station 35 at 535 Glenn Drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the community about the potential for abuse of medications. This one-day event provides an opportunity for residents to dispose of prescription drugs free of charge and anonymously, with no questions asked.

Creams, gels, and liquids may remain in their original container (please remember to remove any personal identifying information). Vape pens and e-cigarettes will be accepted with battery cartridges removed. Learn more.

REDUCE WASTE THIS HALLOWEEN SEASON 

Enjoy the Treat, Trash the Wrapper: There’s a trick with your Halloween treats—the plastic wrapper can’t be recycled. Considering the hundreds of thousands of pounds of Halloween candy sold this season, it’s scary to think about all those wrappers. Please remember, wrappers are contaminants in the recycling and must be placed in the gray trash bin.

Recycle Your Pumpkin: Plain and carved pumpkins (mold and all) can be tossed in your Green Bin—no bag required. Remember to remove candles or lights before disposing. Painted or artificial pumpkins are not allowed in the Green Bin and must be thrown in the trash.

COMMUNITY SURVEY: FOLSOM BOULEVARD BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN OVERCROSSING

We want to hear what you think!

The City of Folsom Parks & Recreation Department has begun a feasibility study for a new bicycle and pedestrian bridge over Folsom Boulevard, between Blue Ravine Road and Glenn Drive. The goal is to identify a safe, convenient, cost-effective active transportation connection across Folsom Boulevard, linking transit, neighborhoods, businesses, and recreational areas.

Earlier this year, the city conducted an initial online community survey and two focus group meetings with stakeholders. Based on input received, the bridge alternatives for the overcrossing have been refined to two options, and aesthetic bridge design concepts have been developed. We want to hear what you think—the online survey is available through October 30. Contact Senior Trails Planner Brett Bollinger at bbollinger@folsom.ca.us with questions.

BRING FALL COLOR TO YOUR YARD

As the autumn season blankets our city in red, yellow, and orange hues, it's the perfect time to introduce these stunning trees to your yard:

• Shumard Oak (Quercus shumardii). Witness the grandeur of rusty red leaves this fall! Thriving in our Mediterranean climate, the Shumard Oak requires moderate watering, reaching 50-65 feet in height and providing welcome shade in summer.
• Autum Gold Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba 'Autumn Gold'). A living relic from dinosaur times, this tree boasts beautiful fan-shaped yellow leaves in autumn. Though it grows slowly, its eventual 45-50 feet stature offers exceptional summer shade.
• Shantung Maple (Acer truncatum). Showcasing a vibrant red-orange fall display, this fast-growing, low water-use tree reaches 25-30 feet and adds cooling shade during summer.
• Keith Davey Chinese Pistache (Pistacia chinensis ‘Keith Davey’). Highly drought-tolerant and a stunning autumn showstopper with shades from bright orange to 'fire engine' red! Perfect for moderate-sized yards at a mature size of about 35 feet tall and wide.

Folsom residents can get free landscape assessment and up to 10 free shade trees delivered to a home or business, thanks to a partnership with the Sacramento Tree Foundation. Learn more. 

HOLIDAY ART GIFT SALE VENDORS WANTED

The Folsom Art Center’s Holiday Art Gift Sale provides artisans and crafters the opportunity to display and sell handcrafted art, crafts, and gift items that are priced at $50 and under. The gift sale takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. November 17, during the Gallery at 48 Natoma exhibit reception. The deadline to apply for a vendor space is October 23. The gift sale is a juried event; selection criteria include the date the application is received, uniqueness of product category, and the details described in the application. Contact Leia Matter at 916-461-6674 or by email with questions.

FOLSOM ZOO SANCTUARY’S 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

The Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary is celebrating its 60th anniversary in October; that’s 180 in monkey years! You’re invited to visit and take part in the special activities Saturday and Sunday, October 21 and 22. Enjoy docent presentations and biofact displays, learn fascinating facts at the keeper chats, meet some of the animal ambassadors, and stop by the card-making station to create a card to be placed by your favorite zoo sanctuary resident. The animals are also included in the festivities and will receive celebration-themed enrichment at various times. All special activities are included with regular zoo admission fees. Find more details about the zoo sanctuary, hours of operation, and ticket information at www.folsom.ca.us/zoo.

NATURAL SCIENCE SEMINAR 

OAKS IN OUR LANDSCAPES: APPRECIATING AND CARING FOR THE NATIVE TREES OF FOLSOM 

Join Pamela Sanchez of the Sacramento Tree Foundation for this informative presentation about the beautiful oaks and native trees of Folsom. Pamela is the Foundation’s Educa­tion Programs Manager and is an ISA Certified Arborist; she also holds a degree in urban forestry from UC Davis.

The seminar will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 25 at the Rotary Clubhouse, 7150 Baldwin Dam Road. Ages 10 through adult are welcome to attend; the registration fee is $5/person. Learn more and register online.

SACRT PUBLIC TRANSIT PRESENTATION

Adults age 50+ are invited to register for this free, informative workshop from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 24. Presenters Kate Wiseman and Jose Alcantara will discuss the variety of services that SacRT provides to the community, including light rail, buses, SmaRT Ride and SacRT GO paratransit. They’ll also cover how to plan a trip, how to ride, paying fares, and other details. The workshop takes place at the Folsom Senior Center, 48 Natoma Street. The workshop is free, but advance registration is required. Call 916-461-6601 with questions.

City of Folsom Communications Director

Christine Brainerd | cbrainerd@folsom.ca.us | 916-461-6013 (office)

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