City of Trees, Celebrate Bees, More Cocktails Please
Happenings around Folsom and beyond
“What’re you lookin’ at?”
Author’s Note: I’m out again tomorrow, but I’ll see you back here on Saturday.
Newsworthy
Kurt Stocks and Heidi Edwards of El Dorado Hills have plead guilty to federal charges of operating illegal gambling operations through their company SweepsCoach. According to the Folsom Times, “the business helped set up and operate internet cafes that offered slot machine-style games under the guise of selling internet time or calling cards.” Sentencing is scheduled for October.
The Folsom Planning Commission voted 6-1 to deny a conditional-use permit for a liquor store in Briggs Ranch. In April, the commission deadlocked 3-3 on the issue, with one commissioner absent. Since then, neighbors started a letter writing campaign with nearly 50 residents sending letters of opposition to the commission. “Concerns include the adjacent park, nearby Folsom Hills Elementary School, a questionable need for another alcohol outlet at the intersection, potential crime and decreased property values,” according to the Folsom Telegraph.
An El Dorado Hills man has been identified as the driver that lost his life in an accident on Folsom Boulevard and Iron Point Road on May 29. Cory Glenn Hakala, 42, was the sole occupant of the vehicle that crashed into a tree around 4:00 PM that day. “He was pronounced dead after life-saving efforts from police and Folsom Fire Department,” according to ABC10.
Hey! Did you know?
Style Magazine has 20+ must try cocktails for you! They recommend the Aphrodite at Bacchus House (and so do I!), the 21st Century from Gaslight Co and alcohol-free Espresso Martini from Back Bistro, among many others. I recommend you drink your way though the list this summer!
We’ve been designated a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation for the nineteenth consecutive year! “Through ongoing investments in tree care, community forestry initiatives, and policies designed to protect and grow Folsom’s tree canopy, the city continues to demonstrate leadership in environmental stewardship.” (Folsom Times)
Hap’nins
Take your downward facing dog to the downward setting sun at Black Miners Bar on June 12th for Sunset Yoga. “Join Spotted Dog Yoga & SUP and Lena Morton for an unforgettable State Park Week outdoor yoga session.” (For those of you astute - or bored - enough to notice the picture… yep! That’s me!)
Don’t miss the Rocklin Brewfest this weekend! “Taste from an outstanding selection of 45 craft brewers plus wine, ciders, and food trucks. Enjoy the live music, home brew contest, fun games, and auction.”
The California Honey Festival hits Woodland on June 21! “We strive to create an event experience that inspires people of all ages to protect and celebrate bees and other pollinators.”
… And Stuff
The annual Highway 50 Association Wagon Train is on its way from Nevada to Placerville. According to CBS Sacramento, “now in its 76th year, the parade celebrates California's Gold Rush history with reenactors making the journey in period attire and transportation.” You can catch the final leg of the journey on Saturday from Pollock Pines to Placerville.