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EDH Firefighters Celebrate 25 Years of Service
Five longtime firefighters honored for decades of leadership, sacrifice, and protecting the community they serve. Read more →

Local Firefighters Train with Trojans Baseball Team
Engine 84 B-Shift joins Oak Ridge High baseball players for intense conditioning and community teamwork. Read more →

New Gaming & Trading Card Shop Opening Soon
A massive new retro and modern gaming hub is coming to Folsom Palladio in early 2026. Read more →

Yard House Gears Up to Open New Dining Destination
Beer-forward favorite prepares to open its doors at Folsom Palladio with 100-plus taps and expansive menu. Read more →

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Your go-to list for family-friendly events and happenings:

⚔️ Star Wars Day at the Rink – January 15 | 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Location: Historic Folsom Ice Rink
Skate in costume with Star Wars music, photos, and galactic fun. See more →

👢 Country Line Dancing – January 15 | 8:30-11:30 PM
Location: PowerHouse, Folsom
Boot-scootin’ fun with live country music, line dancing, and swing. See more →

👟 The Bertman Run 2026 – January 17 | 8:00 AM
Location: Historic Folsom Station North Park and Ride
Run scenic trails while supporting the fight against blood cancer. See more →

⛸️ Singles Night at the Rink – January 17 | 6:00-9:30 PM
Location: Historic Folsom Ice Rink
Glide, mingle, and spark connections during this fun skate night. See more →

🎨 ”These Boots” Painting Class – January 18 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Painted. Studios, Folsom Palladio
Paint sunflowers and western boots in a fun, beginner-friendly studio vibe. See more →

🥗 Ayurvedic Nutrition Workshop – January 18 | 12:00-3:00 PM
Location: Radiant Yoga, El Dorado Hills
Learn ancient food wisdom to boost digestion, energy, and everyday balance. See more →

🍪 Cookie Decorating Class – January 20 | 5:30-7:00 PM
Location: Painted. Studios, Folsom Palladio
Decorate Paris-inspired cookies like a pro in FOUR design class. See more →

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— by Leo C.

Sometimes, the most powerful change starts not with a grand plan, but with a personal memory. For Reece Hulse, a student at Del Campo High School, that memory is his brother’s 100-day hospital stay after a traumatic brain injury. "It’s a deep thing," Reece shared. "That’s kind of why we’re here and what we’re doing today." That "here" was the glittering 11th annual gala for Kids Helping Kids Sacramento, where 850 guests gathered not just for an evening of music and auctions, but to transform personal pain into community hope.

What began in 2012 as a simple act—students and teachers helping a homeless peer—has grown into a remarkable force. To date, this student-led organization has raised over $1.6 million. But as their supervising teacher, notes, the real story isn't just in the dollars. "It’s now the transformation of my students' hearts," he says. The funds provide practical, vital support for families navigating pediatric cancer, covering hotel stays, meals, and care for siblings often overlooked during a crisis.

The gala itself is a testament to their serious commitment. CEO Regan Johnson calls it what it is: a business. "You have high school students that are running a business here," she said. "We’re making real money." Yet, the engine of that business is pure compassion. For Reece, the drive is rooted in gratitude for the help his own family once received. "I just want to spend my time helping the people that need it most, like I needed."

As the last song played at the Harris Center, these young philanthropists proved that the future is in caring hands. They are building more than a charity; they are building a legacy of empathy, one helping hand at a time.

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