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What’d you do last weekend—did you try that Coffee & Vibes chill sesh or are you gearing up for tonight’s Live Beatles Experience at the Town Center? 🎵 Spill the deets, ’cause we’ve got even more summer fun lined up! I’ve been mapping out my calendar and can’t wait to dive into all the awesome stuff ahead with you. 💌👇
📢 This week's highlights:
Sparktacular Weekend & Events Guide: Think fireworks under the stars, a teen-powered art jam, and a live concert—just a taste of what’s coming.
Bite & Sip Breakdowns: Artisan pastry drops, and a deli serving next-level comfort food—your taste buds are in for a treat.
Lil City Voices | Real Talk: Let’s dive into whether AI really is coming for our jobs and why building local connections might be the smartest move.
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📆 EDH Weekend + Events Guide
Your go-to list for family-friendly events and happenings:
🎆 2025 Fireworks & Freedom Concert – Thursday, July 3, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: El Dorado Hills Town Center Amphitheater
Join us for our community’s most spectacular celebration of the year! Bringing you live music, delicious food, and the area’s best display of pyrotechnics. See more →
👩🎨 Teen Tuesday (ages 13-17) – Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: El Dorado Hills Library
Come visit the library for this summer event series created by teens for teens. All supplies are provided, but limited in some cases to the first 25 participants. Activity: Dried Flower Bookmarks. See more →
🎨 Art Exploration (ages 4+) – Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: El Dorado Hills Library
Join a fun and creative Art Exploration session—perfect for kids ages 4 and up. Activity: Canvas Painting. See more →
💼 Business Connections Mixer at Lindora – Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Lindora El Dorado Hills, 4380 Town Center Blvd. Ste. 120
Ready to grow your network and connect with local professionals? Join an evening of community, conversation, and collaboration! See more →
🎵 Live On The Boulevard Concert - One Of These Nights (The Songs Of The Eagles) – Thursday, July 10, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: El Dorado Hills Town Center Amphitheater
Dusty Trails & Classic Tunes! Join an unforgettable night under the stars with One Of These Nights – a tribute to the timeless songs of The Eagles. See more →
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🍴 Dining & Drink Highlights
New menus, soft openings & can’t-miss flavors around town:
🍰 Sift + Scoop Baking Co.
A charming mobile bakery offering European-style artisan breads, pastries, scones, and croissants made with clean, organic ingredients and locally sourced supplies. See more →
🥪 Sourdough & Co. HQ
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Lil City Voices | Real Talk
What If AI Really Is Coming for Our Jobs?
— by Leo C.
I just turned 15. And yeah, I know I’m young. But this topic has been on my mind for years—ever since middle school, when I was making blog posts and videos about artificial intelligence and the future of work. You can check one out here: https://laststudent.substack.com
Why have I been thinking about this so much? Honestly—because of my dad. He used to work in finance at a big software company in Palo Alto and he’s been following AI since the early days. He’s not exactly chill about it either. He thinks there’s a real chance that AI is going to take a massive chunk of jobs, especially for people my age. Any job that’s done on a computer? Entry-level? Customer support? Marketing? Gone before I graduate.
My mom, though—she sees it differently. She’s more hopeful and thinks AI will mostly be good, at least for a while. It’ll help with medicine, learning, saving time… and maybe even give us tools to live better.
Me? I’m in the middle. But if I’m being honest… I lean toward my dad’s side.
Why AI Could Transform (and Replace) a Lot of Jobs:
AI doesn’t sleep, get tired, or ask for a raise.
If it can do the same work, companies are going to use it. Fast.
Companies exist to make profits.
And the biggest cost? Employees. Replacing a person with code = permanent savings.
Entry-level workers are most vulnerable.
The people who are just starting out are usually the ones doing repeatable tasks—exactly what AI is best at automating.
The AI race is global.
Governments aren’t just trying to make better chatbots—they’re trying to win. Whoever gets AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) first could control economics, military power, innovation… everything.
So even if we wanted to slow it down—can we?
What the New Grad Hiring Trend Might Be Telling Us
I posted this chart last week showing how new college grad employment is trending down. It’s weird. Because new grads are usually:
Cheaper to hire
Super motivated
Willing to learn and adapt
So why aren’t they getting hired? One possibility: AI and automation are already creeping in—and companies don’t need as many “eager entry-level” workers anymore. The work is shifting, and maybe we’re not ready for how fast.
“Just Learn a Trade” — Solid Advice? Kinda. But…
A lot of people in the comments suggested trade schools—and I agree. Electricians, welders, HVAC techs, mechanics… these jobs are hard to automate, and they’re in demand. But here are a few things to keep in mind:
We can’t all become tradespeople overnight. It takes training, tools, and a certain kind of mindset.
Even trades might not be 100% future-proof. Robotic construction? AI-assisted diagnostics? That’s already starting.
What happens when hundreds of thousands try to shift into trades at once? Will there still be room?
Community Connections: Why Local Still Matters
Even if AI doesn’t totally take over tomorrow, I still think it’s smart to start preparing—for anything. Not just by learning new skills or reading up on tech, but by actually building real connections with people around us. That’s something I’ve been thinking about a lot lately.
I even started a Lil City Barter Network for our town—a place where we can trade skills, services, or stuff without always needing money. It’s small now, but I really believe it’s better to make those connections before we need them. Because whether it’s job stuff, money stress, or just how fast everything’s changing, having a strong local group—friends, neighbors, families—might matter more than any resume or algorithm.
So yeah, while the rest of the world is racing toward AI and smarter machines…we’re over here building Lil City.
One post, one connection, one neighbor at a time. And I think that actually matters.
🧠 Let’s Talk More
I don’t have all the answers—but I want to keep asking questions.
Are you worried about jobs and AI too?
Is your family talking about it at home?
What career advice are you getting right now—and does it still apply?
What should we be doing as a community to prepare?
Maybe it’s time we:
Talk with our neighbors, schools, and local leaders
Create small neighborhood groups or planning teams
Prepare for big changes—without panic, but with a plan
Hit reply and let’s talk. Or DM us @lilcitymedia. Your voice matters—especially when it comes to our future.
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