Upcoming Events in the City of Roseville

Friday, September 17

Campfire at Maidu Museum
7:30 – 8:30 p.m., 1970 Johnson Ranch Dr.

Gather around the campfire for songs and native stories. We’ll provide the roasting sticks and marshmallows for a sweet program’s end. No registration required. $16/family of four, $5 for each additional person, children under the age of two are free. For more info, call (916) 774-5934.

Saturday, September 18

Green Living Workshop
Back to School Supplies
11 a.m. – noon., Utility Exploration Center, 1501 Pleasant Grove Blvd.

This class is designed for students of all ages. Learn how to save money while reducing your impact on the planet. We’ll teach you how to know which items are eco-friendly. For sign-up info or to learn more about the numerous Utility Exploration Center courses, download the Green Living Workshop brochure.

Green Living Workshop
Introduction to Drip Irrigation
1 – 3 p.m., Utility Exploration Center, 1501 Pleasant Grove Blvd.

Learn the basics of designing, installing and maintaining a drip (or low volume) irrigation system for your home. Find out why drip is such a great solution for water conservation, and why it is considered the most efficient mode of delivering water to your plants. There will be a hands-on component to this class as well. For sign-up info or to learn more about the numerous Utility Exploration Center courses, download the Green Living Workshop brochure.

3rd Saturday Art Walk
6:30 – 9 p.m., Downtown Roseville

Join fellow arts supporters and enthusiasts for the 3rd Saturday Art Walk in Downtown Roseville. Held on Vernon Street, this event showcases works by local artists. Find out more.

Mountain Maidu Baskets – Opening reception at the Maidu Museum
6:30 – 8:30 p.m., 1970 Johnson Ranch Dr.

The exhibit features baskets and personal artifacts from eight Maidu weavers. The show runs through July 31, 2011. Find out more.

Sunday, September 19

Music in the Park 2010 Concert Series final concert
6 p.m., Royer Park, 190 Park Dr.

Join us for the last concert of the season with the band Mumbo Gumbo. This local favorite has been playing for twenty years, with eight albums, and a spicy New Orleans flavor. Learn more at http://mumbogumbo.com

Monday, September 20

Homework Help – provided by volunteers
3 – 5 p.m., All Libraries

Students in grades 1 – 8 who need help with basic school subjects can stop in to the Downtown, Maidu or Riley Libraries for in-person homework help from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Wednesday.  Find out more.

Upcoming Events

Free Zumba® Fitness Party
September 24, 6 – 8 p.m., Roseville Sports Center, 1545 Pleasant Grove Blvd.

Come join the party! Fitness isn’t all work, it can be fun too and Zumba® is a great way to blend the two. Drop by the Roseville Sports Center to try out this hot fitness craze for free. Come when you can, stay as long as you want. Find out more.

One Root Festival
September 25, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., Royer Park, 190 Park Dr.

After a three year hiatus, the One Root Festival is back! This free, multi-cultural festival celebrates diversity in the Placer County and Greater Sacramento region. For more information, call the festival hotline (916) 550-6137 or visit www.oneroot.org.

Free pharmaceutical collection day
September 25, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., various locations

The City of Roseville is hosting a free pharmaceutical collection day at three locations on September 25. The collection sites are accepting all unwanted pharmaceuticals. Find out more.

Roseville Bikefest
October 2, 9 a.m. – noon, Heritage Oak Elementary School

Bring your bike and helmet to Roseville’s 16th annual family-friendly bicycle safety event featuring fun obstacle courses, riding demonstrations, helmet fittings, bicycle safety inspections, entertainment, bike-related giveaways for all children, and grand prize drawings for bicycles! Find out more at http://www.roseville.ca.us/bikefest.