Merry Christmas, neighbors! 🎄✨
Hope you're having a slow, cozy morning. Whether you're in PJs all day or gearing up for family chaos, we've got your back for the rest of this break. From quiet post-holiday vibes to rocking NYE plans, your guide to actually enjoying the time off is right here. 👇
📢 Today's highlights:
Live music, skating and lifesaving drives. 🩸
Last week's scores & must-see games. ⚽
Comfort bowls and cozy tea. 🧋
Community Corner 🤝 Gentle reminder of what really matters this season.
Exclusive local deals & personal insights. 🎁
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📆 Weekend + Events Guide
Your go-to list for family-friendly events and happenings:
🎵 Live Music - Kevin Whalen – December 27 | 6:00-8:00 PM
Location: Boring Rose Brewing Co., EDH
Craft brews, Town Center vibes, and live music worth lingering for. See more →
🩸 December Blood Drive – December 30 | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: EDH Regal Theater Parking Lot
Give blood, save lives—free donor T-shirt, gift card, and mystery gift. See more →
🧵 Stitching Circle – December 30 | 4:30-6:45 PM
Location: Cameron Park Library
Bring your quilting or sewing project and join a growing, creative maker circle. See more →
🧠 Trivia Tuesday – December 30 | 6:00-8:00 PM
Location: Out of Bounds Craft Kitchen and Biergarten, Folsom
Free-to-play trivia night with prizes, drinks, and bragging rights. See more →
⛸️ Rockin’ New Year’s Eve Party – December 31 | 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Location: Historic Folsom Ice Rink
Join a sparkling day and night of skating, music, lights, and celebration. See more →
🎉 Free NYE Cocktail Party – December 31 | 10:00 PM
Location: Encanto Cocina & Tequila Bar, EDH
Dress to impress for live music, tacos, cocktails, and VIP tables with champagne. See more →
🪩 Disco Day at the Rink – January 1 | 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Location: Historic Folsom Ice Rink
Start the New Year skating under disco lights—retro outfits and classic hits. See more →
💡 Build ’n Play – January 2 | 2:30-4:00 PM
Location: Cameron Park Library
Spark creativity with LEGOs, Big Blue Blocks, and more... See more →
🍣 Hands-On Sushi Making – January 2 | 10:00 AM
Location: 2848 Arden Way, Ste 210A, Sacramento
Roll, craft, and feast on your own sushi creations—plus a take-home gift bag. See more →
🎨 Art Class: Drawing Fundamentals – January 3 | 9:00-11:00 AM
Location: 2760 East Bidwell St, Folsom
Learn to draw from scratch in a fun, judgment-free class—materials included. See more →
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🏅 Game On: Youth Sports Roundup
Weekly updates on practices, standout players, and upcoming matches:
Oak Ridge High School (Girls)
*League | **Playoffs | ***Tournament
Oak Ridge High School (Boys)
*League | **Playoffs | ***Tournament
From buzzer-beaters to perfect passes, share your team’s triumphs and pics with our community—upload them here. 📩
🍴 Dining & Drink Highlights
New menus, soft openings & can’t-miss flavors around town:
🥟 Young’s Teriyaki
Savory teriyaki bowls and grilled favorites with bold, comforting flavors. See more →
🍨 Bru Tea Cafe
Cozy tea bar with delicious brews, bingsu and snacks. See more →
Got a local food fave? Tell us - we’ll shout it out next issue! 📩
Lil City Voices | Community Corner
The Quiet Gifts of the Season 🎄✨
— by Leo C.
This time of year is filled with bright lights, festive songs, and a rush of activity. But often, the most meaningful parts of the season are the quietest. It's in the familiar recipe pulled out for the annual cookie swap, the careful unwrapping of a handmade ornament from years past, or the extra moment taken to ask a neighbor how they're holding up.
The holiday spirit isn't something we only find under wrapping paper; it's something we create through small, intentional acts of warmth. It's the patience shown in a long checkout line, the generosity behind a dropped-off meal, or the simple gift of presence over presents. In our busy community, these small gestures are the threads that weave us closer together.
Today, as we celebrate connection, let this feeling be our shared resolution—to keep finding ways to be that quiet gift of warmth, patience, and presence for each other all year long. 💛
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