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Back Bistro brings casual-fine dining to the Palladio STORY BY RACHEL ZIRIN | PHOTOS BY BILL SULLIVAN

Long-time Folsom business owners Jeff and Gail Back recently relocated Back Bistro to the Palladio and things are bigger and better than ever — literally.

What started as an 875-squarefoot suite in a strip mall 10 years ago is now one of Folsom’s staples.

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spots in the Palladio and finally landed on this one,” Jeff said. “This location is perfect for us.”

The local bistro had their soft opening in mid-April and their grand opening on May 10. Since, business has been booming.

With aspects of the previously location, Back Bistro is new and improved. New menu items, a cocktail program, large happy hour and a 30-person bar top are just a few new things to look forward to when dining at Back Bistro.

“We wanted to create more of a nice vibe, but not a stuffy vibe,” Jeff said. “We wanted it to be casual enough that you can come in here after a movie in shorts and a T-shirt for some good food. Our prices aren’t outrageous; there is no pretentious — just a comfortable place.”

Jeff said they call Back Bistro causal-fine dining because you can come in a suit for a business dinner and have a three-course dinner with a $200 bottle of wine or come with friends for happy hour and have a $5 glass of wine and a pizza.

“We want to encompass everything,” Jeff said. “My favorite thing so far has been the vibe we created. I love walking in here and seeing exactly what my wife and I envisioned.

We are still in a ‘Wow, this is our place?’ stateof-mind.”

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We wanted to create more of a nice vibe, but not a stuffy vibe. We wanted it to be casual enough that you can come in here after a movie in shorts and a T-shirt for some good food.

Our prices aren’t outrageous; there is no pretentious — just a comfortable place.”

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Jeff said so far, the most popular item on the menu has been the Arancini which are crispy panko-breaded risotto spheres, basil pesto, mozzarella and red pepper rouille.

“People are really loving those risotto balls. Another huge hit has been the scallops. They are beautiful and have been consistent,” he said. “The fillet mignon has also been well-received.”

Jeff said their happy hour is bigger and better with a $5 and $8 menu with different food and drink items, and nothing disappoints.

“Happy hour is every day now, from 4 to 6 p.m. as well as late nights on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 to 11 p.m.,” Jeff said.

One thing Jeff wanted long-time guests to know is that they brought their entire staff over with the core people still in place. He said they went from 15 employees to 50.

“We are a bistro with an amazing wine list versus a great wine bar with a small food list. It has been a great transition,” Jeff said. ✶

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FOLSOM PRO RODEO ADS NEW TWISTS TO TRADITIONAL FAMILY AFFAIR

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t’s almost that time of year to throw on your patriotic western FOLSOM PRO RODEO wear and giddy up to enjoy an WHEN: GATES OPEN 6 P.M. JUNE 30, evening of western fanfare and JULY 1, JULY 3 WHERE: LIONS PARK, FOLSOM fun in one of California’s longest running events — rodeo time is just around NORCAL JUNIOR RODEO the corner in Folsom.

WHEN: GATES OPEN 7 P.M. JULY 2 The Folsom Pro Rodeo has been WHERE: LIONS PARK, FOLSOM entertaining spectators from Folsom and *NO FIREWORKS afar in the popular Dan Russell Arena at Lions Park for more than 50 years now.

FOLSOM FAMILY ROUND UP WHEN: 6-9 P.M. JUNE 29 Celebrating its 58th year, this year’s WHERE: LIONS PARK, FOLSOM Folsom Pro Rodeo will offer a high dose of non-stop action to thrill all ages. From CONTACT: THE FOLSOM CHAMBER patriotic tributes to bucking bulls and OF COMMERCE AT 916-985-2698 mutton busting. All of which is capped OR VISIT FOLSOMRODEO.COM. off with fireworks on June 30, July 1 and July 3 along with nearly a week’s worth of events surrounding the event this year.

In addition to the traditional rodeo entertainment, this year’s pro rodeo event will feature high-flying motocross, live music and much anticipated appearances by world champion bull jumpers.

From the time the gates open each night, this event is a celebration of America as fans will struggle to stay dry-eyed with patriotic fanfare in celebration of Independence Day. The patriotism continues from beginning to end, right down to the colorful fireworks that will light up the sky. The Flying Cowboys, motocross experts, will test the limit of the arena by flying as high as possible with flips and turns.

FOLSOM FAMILY ROUND UP Traditional rodeo events which will churn up the small, but action-packed arena include bull riding, bronc riding, barrel racing and more. Five- and 6-year-old cowboys and cowgirls will do their best to cling on woolly sheep in the mutton busting competition. This year, the Folsom Pro Rodeo is part of a full patriotic week of celebration in the city of Folsom. It all begins on Friday, June 29 with the Folsom Family Round Up. This is an event where everyone is invited to come out and enjoy the shade at the Folsom Lions City Park for a free event featuring up-close and personal fun with the stars of the Folsom Pro Rodeo, both two-legged and four. The event features fun and games for all, along with food vendors, live music and more.

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RODEO TICKETS

When it comes to seating, there isn’t a bad seat in the house at the Folsom Pro Rodeo. Fans will have the opportunity of sitting ringside to the bucking chutes and not missing a minute of the action in the Corral Club for $49.50 which include no-host beverage/food service.

Reserved rodeo tickets are $26.50.

General admission is $21.50 for adults or $15.50 for children (12 and under) and seniors (over 62).

Family value “buckaroo” packages are available online which includes four general admission tickets, four sodas, four hotdogs for $65 ($96 value). With the exception of general admission tickets, all other tickets/packages are only available online and a service fee applies. General admission tickets are available at the Folsom Chamber of Commerce and several area locations including Handley’s Western Wear, Apricot Lane, Lee’s Feed, Boot Barn and more.

For more information on this free event, call the Folsom Chamber of Commerce at 916-985-2698 or visit folsomrodeo. com to learn all the details and even purchase tickets in advance.

of Folsom. While it’s being presented by the Folsom Historic District, a collaboration between the FHDA, the Chamber of Commerce and the City of Folsom is ensuring this new feature will celebrate patriotism, heritage and act as a great celebration to kick off the Folsom Pro Rodeo in the community.

FOLSOM PRO RODEO Saturday night, the gates open at Dan Russell Arena at 6 p.m. Rodeo action begins at 7:30 p.m. to give fans time to find their seats and enjoy the food and beverages found in the Cool Down Corral before all the action they don’t want to miss begins. Just as the fireworks conclude each night the party continues as the Folsom Diesel Works Saloon Under the Stars will heat up with dance music nightly starting at 9:45. Admittance to the saloon is free for rodeo fans.

Pro Rodeo action will continue on Sunday night, July 1 and Tuesday July 3 this year. So, what happens on Monday night July 2? With the mid-week holiday, the Folsom Chamber of Commerce has gone to work to bring a special new night to the Folsom Pro Rodeo.

Monday night will bring the Northern California Junior Rodeo to Dan Russell Arena.

This event will feature free admission as the rodeo stars of the future strut their stuff on the same arena that the pro riders do. There will be no fireworks on this evening, but it’s a great opportunity to bring the family out in the community with no charge for admission. ✶

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BY RACHEL ZIRIN | PHOTOS ARE COURTESY TO THE ENTERTAINER In the distant past, Folsom had a Fourth of July parade that faded. This year, residents and businesses owners of the Folsom Historic District plan to bring it back and make it an annual tradition.

Planned for Saturday, June 30, the first day of the Folsom Pro Rodeo festivities, the parade, named Folsom’s Hometown Parade, will take place down Sutter Street starting at 9:30 a.m.

“This parade is meant to celebrate our hometown, its history and all the great things that make us a wonderful community,” said Cindy Baker, Folsom resident and planning committee member. “We want everyone in Folsom to feel a part of it and show their hometown pride. Neighborhoods, historic groups, clubs, you name it, all the things that make Folsom have its wonderful small-town feeling, despite being a growing city.”

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As the heart of Folsom, the Historic District is a popular location for parades, bringing the community together in one location.

“The Historic District is really the heart of Folsom and what better place to have a hometown parade than down the same street people have been walking for more than 160 years?” she said.

Preparations for the parade are coming along smoothly with numerous local organizations and popular Folsom leaders participating. Some will include Mayor Steve Miklos, Folsom Police Department’s Mounted Unit, a classic fire truck from the Folsom Fire Department, the Pony Express, the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary docents and a bunch of surprises you will have to attend to see.

“I’m so excited about the parade!

It will be great fun for the entire family,” said Judy Collinsworth, executive director of the Folsom Historic District Association. “Save the date and come out and celebrate your hometown with us.”

Once the parade is concluded, live music from popular local band Island of Black and White will commence, keeping the celebration going throughout the afternoon. In the Historic Amphitheater will be the Ophir Prison Band.

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For centuries, the small towns to the largest cities across America have celebrated Independence Day with fireworks in some fashion, from the backyard to the super stadiums and everything in between. Year after year, we continue to follow the orders of the great John Adams.

Orders? That is correct, just before signing the Declaration of Independence, Adams, the second president of the United States made it clear what the July Fourth holiday should always entail. In a letter to the First Lady Abigail, Adams stated that this holiday shall include “illuminations from one end of the continent to the other from this time forever more.” The next day, the first ever commemorative fireworks were launched. Today we relive history year after year.

Folsom and our surrounding communities have numerous Independence Day celebrations to choose from. The Folsom Lake Entertainer has detailed several area events that should fit into your holiday plans this year. Here’s a few options.

IN FOLSOM In Folsom, the 58th annual Folsom Pro Rodeo offers a great fireworks display at the conclusion of the rodeo competition on July 1, 2 and 3.

The rodeo takes place in Dan Russell Arena in Folsom. The best viewing of the fireworks is in the arena itself and nightly admission tickets start at $21.50 for adults and $15.50 for children. Spectators will be treated to an evening of thrilling rodeo action complete with fanfare and patriotism all family friendly and enjoyable for all ages.

When the last cowboy rides out of the stadium, the fireworks begin

with both ground level and aerial displays just after dark. The aerial displays can be seen from various vantage points outside of the arena and throughout Folsom, including nearby Lions Park. For more information on this option, visit folsomprorodeo.com

FIREWORKS AND FREEDOM IN EDH On Tuesday, July 3, the El Dorado Hills Town Center will host Fireworks and Freedom. This event is open to the public from 6 to 11 p.m. The event will feature the live music of Apple Z in the Steven Young Amphitheater from 8 to 11 p.m., as well as Lost in Suburbia in the theater plaza from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Pyro Spectaculars will present the fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. The festival style event will have a kids zone and plenty of fun vendors with additional parking available at nearby Blue Shield and Rolling Hills Church. The event has won several awards through the years and will benefit 3Strands Global, a local nonprofit which aides in the fight against human trafficking. For complete details, visit eldoradohillstowncenter.com.

RANCHO CORDOVA In Rancho Cordova, the Cordova Community Council presents the annual Fourth of July Celebration at Hagen Park on both July 3 and 4. Gates open at noon on both days. The fireworks launch at 9:45 p.m. Monday’s display will be a warm up to Sunday’s grand event.

This venue includes carnival rides for an additional cost, live music, a parade and more. For details visit www.ranchocordovajuly4th.com.

OLD SACRAMENTO If your looking to travel west this year, Old Sacramento offers fireworks celebrations annually. The fireworks are launched over the Sacramento River near Front Street. The fireworks displays cap off day-long celebrations in Old Town that includes live entertainment, dining, kids’ activities a brew fest and much more. This venue is popCONTINUED ON PAGE 20

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ular among boaters who take to the river to view the display. The Sacramento River Cats launch fireworks nightly as well, so an early trip to this area can result in a pre-holiday viewing. More information can be found at oldsacramento.com.

SUMMER SPECTACULAR IN CAMERON PARK In Cameron Park, the celebrations take place on Saturday, June 30 with the 18th annual Summer Spectacular. Located at Cameron Park Lake, this annual event includes many summertime activities including swimming at the lagoon, refreshments, vendors and more. Gates open at 2 p.m. on June 30 and the event concludes just after the fireworks over the lake at 10 p.m. Admission is just $4 for advanced tickets and $6 the day of the event that benefits the Community Services District and local charity. Kids carnival tickets are an additional charge. For more information on this annual event just up the hill, visit cameronpark.org.

fireworks on Sunday July 1 at the Jackson Junior High School field for the areas annual holiday celebration. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the event ends at 9:30 after the fireworks conclude. This event features food drinks and family games during the evening. And is presented by the Jackson Lions Club. For complete information, visit touramador.com.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE This annual display has been recognized as one of the country’s top Fourth of July celebrations. The fireworks launch from the center of the lake at 9:45 p.m. on July 4 and can be throughout town.

There are a number of different viewing points from lakeside beaches and lodging to on the lake about the Tahoe Queen and more. If your planning to make this trip, your best bet to plan your viewing spot and to visit visittahoe.com for all of the information. ✶

FAMILY BLAST IN PLACERVILLE In Placerville, the annual Family Blast at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds is the grand event for the Fourth of July.

This event hosts kids’ activities, bounce houses, water slides and live music leading up to the celebration. The gates open at 4 p.m. with the fireworks launching just after dusk. Admission is $3 per person or $15 per car load, $50 per RV which includes overnight camping and admission for up to six people, in case you celebrate a little too much. The event is presented in conjunction with Placerville Speedway and auto racing is also on tap for the evening for an additional admission. For more information, visit eldoradocountyfair.org.

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outh sports leagues, service clubs and high school bands weren’t around when John Adams encouraged Americans to celebrate independence from England with “bonfires and illuminations,” but the founding father’s star-spangled suggestion has been a financial boon for Folsom Lake area nonprofits.

For five decades, city and county ordinances throughout California have allowed only 501(c) organizations to sell fireworks in the Golden State. Of the nearly 400 nonprofits that will hold fuse-infused fundraisers this season, dozens are based in Folsom and Rancho Cordova, two of 296 fireworks friendly communities in California. For the week leading up to the Fourth of July, neighbors will voluntarily brave the summer heat to sell fountains, spinners, smoke items and novelties for what will likely be their group’s biggest fundraiser of the year.

Splitting revenue with fireworks resellers — TNT and Phantom being the largest in these parts — sponsoring organizations can expect profits ranging from a few thousand dollars to tens of thousands. How much green is made out of red, white and blue depends on such factors as a booth’s location, size and inventory, and the group’s support base, competition and sales tactics.

Due to Independence Day falling on a Wednesday this season, even a large-sized nonprofit with a stand in a coveted Walmart parking lot will need to work extra hard to spark up strong sales. The fireworks industry suggests a 10 percent drop when America’s birthday is smack in the middle of the week. For Uncle Sam’s 242nd, however, the Sacramento-based 22 | FOLSOM LAKE ENTERTAINER

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Wrestling Club, Sierra Marlins Swim Team and Sweet Dreams Foundation.

Cordova High School Music Boosters, Knights of Columbus Council 5322 and other Rancho Cordova nonprofits didn’t need any luck to operate a stand because their city doesn’t limit fireworks business licenses as long as certain criteria are met.

It’s crab feeds, car washes, bake sales and other non-pyro fundraisers for El Dorado Hills; fireworks sales and discharge are prohibited in El Dorado County.

regional offices of both fireworks giants believe that this dark smoke cloud has a few silver linings.

TNT’s Cathy Castilone and Phantom’s Linda Hass happily point out that a Wednesday Fourth of July puts the kibosh on a long holiday weekend spent in such consumer fireworks-verboten destinations as Lake Tahoe and San Francisco. Furthermore, staying home tends to play to the impatience and excitement of pyro-passionate revelers who often light fireworks on the weekend before the Fourth as well as on the actual holiday.

Combining these comforting prospects with the strongest U.S. economy in years, worries over a ho-hum hump day holiday this season might be premature. That’s patriotic music to the ears of Folsom’s two high school music support groups. Both Folsom High School Music Boosters and Vista Del Lago Music Boosters got good news in April when the city chose them and 11 other homegrown groups through a nail-biting lottery system. Also getting the nod to sell fireworks in Folsom this season are Fifty5five, Folsom City Host Lions Club, Folsom Fusion Girls Basketball, Folsom Lacrosse Association, Folsom Women of the Moose Chapter 1588, Folsom Youth Football and Cheer, Friends of Folsom, Knights of Columbus Council 6187, Mad Dawg

2018 SNEAK PEEK Professionally run public displays will light up the skies above many area communities, El Dorado Hills, Folsom and Rancho Cordova among them. For the more grounded fireworks fans of Sacramento Valley, their “oohs” and “ahhs” will come from fireworks purchased through appreciative nonprofits. This season, TNT and Phantom will debut a combined 11 new fireworks, ranging in price from the $9.99 Blackbeard’s Cutlass, a sword-shaped hand-held item from Phantom, to two $59.99 fountains: Wizard Alley from TNT and There She Glows from Phantom.

Rounding out California’s 2018 freshman class from the two largest resellers are Radioactive Spark (Phantom, $42.99); Tasmanian Cyclone (TNT, $39.99), Illuminati Triangle (Phantom, $39.99 for two); Electrolytes (TNT, $29.99 for two); Red White & Blue Jubilee (Phantom, $25.99); Wild Turkey (TNT, $24.99); Wild Side (TNT, $24.99); and The 3 Emigos (TNT, $14.99).

Making triumphant returns are two instant classics from last year: Power On Fountain (TNT, $19.99), packaged to look like a miniature power plant, electrifies with towering crackling sparks and unique fusing that moves from end to end; and Everglow Fountain (TNT, $9.99) with a quiet fish effect opening, red and green titanium sparkle middle and boisterous crackle finale.

A “best of the rest” list includes Wicked Strong Fountain (TNT, $59.99); Apache Firedance Premier Fountain (Phantom, $49.99); Delirium Fountain (TNT, $49.99); Coral Reef Fountain (Phantom, $49.99); Miss Liberty Fountain (TNT, $39.99); Magic Beans Fountain (TNT, $14.99); Phantom Dragon Slayer Fountain (Phantom, $9.99 for two); and Cool Breeze Fountain (TNT, $3.99).

Assortments fitting every budget, even if it’s a whopping $700, are another way to get your snap, crackle and pop.

For stand locations, visit the websites for TNT (tntfireworks.com), Phantom (fireworks.com) and Discount Fireworks Superstore (dfsfireworks.com).

A buyers’ guide with David Dickstein’s reviews of the new and top returning fireworks from all area resellers will appear in the Folsom Telegraph prior to the first day of sales. ✶

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PeacHy ANNUAL PEACH FESTIVAL TO RETURN TO HISTORIC DISTRICT STORY AND PHOTOS BY BILL SULLIVAN

Peach Festival

Saturday, July 14, Folsom will be glowing in orange as the it’s that time of year where those in WHEN: 8 A.M.-1 P.M. JULY 14 WHERE: HISTORIC FOLSOM the city and the region alike are hearing quite the buzz about the sweat fruit that is known for is soft fuzz. That’s right, the annual Peach Festival is right around the corner.

This year will mark the fourth annual Peach Festival’s return to Historic Folsom. Although there were concerns the event would be limited on space due to the ongoing construction of the new round house, it has been confirmed that the show will go on an is sure to be bigger, brighter and sweeter than before.

“You can expect over 100 vendors and farmers with delicious varieties of peaches and peach inspired foods,” says Marie Hall, of Living Smart Farmer’s Markets, who manages and promotes the weekly farmers’ market in Historic Folsom and other locations. “Come celebrate with your family.”

Saturday’s event is far more than just a new fruit to the farmers’ market — it’s an experience sure to entertain every member of the family. In addition to the many vendors, visitors can taste numerous baked goods that have been created using peaches as the staple ingredient.

“Local merchants like Karen’s Bakery will be among our special guests with delicious baked goods full of peaches,” Hall said. “You can expect to taste wonderful flavors and varieties of peaches.”

According to Hall, the Folsom Peach Festival is unique in the way that is has a vast variety of peaches to choose from, whether you’re buying, tasting or just learning. This CONTINUED ON PAGE 26

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is due to its location as California is ranked the No. 1 peach grower in the nation. With the Folsom Peach Festival being in the heart of the Golden State, the choices will be abundant.

In addition to great tastes and bargains on fresh peaches, the Folsom event is interactive for guests of all ages. The day begins at 8 a.m. and will host a variety of games and contests including peach eating contests, a baked dessert competition that is judged by local dignitaries and tons of fun games for the kiddos.

The action-packed event will conclude at 1 p.m., leaving plenty of time for guests to peruse the main retail shops and dining options that make Historic Folsom so unique and so popular in local tourism.

Admission to the festival is free. In addition to peaches, the Folsom Farmers’ Market will have its normal large varieties of other homegrown products. âœś

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■ WINE COLUMN

Rosé

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s we move into the warmer months of Spring and Summer our tendency is to shift our wine rinking habits from the heavy reds of winter to more refreshing chilled white wines.

But there are other options than your favorite chardonnay or sauvignon blanc, there is rosé. Slowly people’s perception of rosé is changing — it might look pink but it is not your grandmother’s white zinfandel.

Made from red grapes, but left only for a limited time with the color-giving grape skins, rosé can vary from the palest powder-puff pink to deep opaque red depending on how long the grapes macerate.

French rosés tend to be made of blends of various varietals: grenache, syrah, cinsault, mourvedre, tibouren, carignan and cabernet sauvignon and the constitution of these blends vary depending on the region.

Whereas here in the California, rosés are predominately made from single varietals, anything from pinot noir to cabernet sauvignon and everything in between.

Lighter drier rosés made from pinot noir, pair well with light salads, light pasta and rice dishes, especially with seafood, raw and lightly cooked shellfish and grilled fish and goat cheeses.

Whereas heavier drier rosés made from syrah or cabernet sauvignon makes them ideal for a barbecue and for drinking with spicy food such as curries.

Rosés are usually a bargain, especially compared with red wines. These wines are young and relatively cheap to make.

There are plenty of good options in the $10 to $15 range.

It’s the perfect barbecue wine, the perfect beach wine, and the perfect picnic wine, but it’s also the perfect wine sitting around and relaxing. ✶ Erik Loigom is the owner of UnWined in Folsom. He can be reached at 916-357-5500.

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■ HISTORIC HAPPENINGS

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he district is a perfect place to relax, meet up with friends, shop and dine. As anyone who comes here knows, we are a cycling, dog friendly, family centric community where your business matters. We are competing with giants, and it’s fantastic that our community supports the small businesses in the Historic District. We’ve got some great shops here, so if its been a while since you’ve visited us, come out and rediscover Historic Folsom.

Here are a few extra fun reasons to visit in June!

June 7: Join us for our free Thursday Night Twilight Concert Series presented by the Historic Folsom Station and sponsored in part by Snook’s Chocolate Factory and The Pink Ice Cream Cart. The Island of Black and White kicks off our concert series at 7:30 p.m. at the amphitheater. Join us as the sun goes down and be sure to bring your concert essentials: low-back chairs, picnics, friends and dancin’ shoes. *June 9: The Historic Folsom Powerhouse State Park presents Taps & Tunes from 4-8 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets, contact info@ffpaonline.org or call 916-235-7799.

June 14: This special evening celebrates the new services coming to Regional Transits Gold Line. Join us at 5 p.m., where SacRT and friends will gather at the Historic Folsom Lightrail Station for a brief celebration. From 5:30-7:30 visit over 30 participating merchants for specials and fun within their shops for the Summer Stroll. The street festival is hosted by the Folsom Historic District Association and the Folsom Chamber. At 7:30 head to the amphitheater for the free Thursday Night Twilight Concert from 7:30-9:30 p.m. A regional favorite, the Rhythm Vandals, performing the music of Santana, will be rockin’ the stage.

Bring your low back chairs.

June 21: John Voeltz and the Side Hustle will be on stage at the amphitheater. This high-energy group is all about Americana and Bluesy Rock. Is there a better way to welcome the first day of summer? We think not. Bring your best friends and your beach chairs. Dine in the district first or bring a picnic.

June 28: The band AKA will be back for another year bringing in the best of all things FUN. They are sure to bring a rockin’ dance party, so get ready. Bring all the summer essentials and we will see you at the amphitheater at 7:30 p.m. Free to attend.

June 30: The Folsom Historic District Association proudly invites you to attend the Historic Folsom Hometown Parade. Join us as we celebrate the fun and unique people that makes our hometown so special.

Folsom’s history will be represented as will our rodeo, and local heroes. We don’t want to give too much away, but this gem of a parade only lasts one hour, so get out here early to place chairs along the parade route for the 9:30 a.m. start time. The parade runs from Scott Road to Reading Street. The emcee will be on the balcony of the Folsom Hotel making announcements. There will be an assortment of saloon girls and Wild West characters throughout the district. Sutter Street will be closed from 9 a.m. until approximately 11:30 a.m. The 700 block will remain closed until 2 p.m with live music with the Island of Black and White. A Wild West reenactment will happen at 11:30 and 12:30 p.m. on the 700 block. The Ophir Prison Band will be performing at the amphitheater following the parade. Visit Historicfolsom.org for a complete line up of events. Come on out and support the Historic Folsom Hometown Parade. Wear your RED WHITE AND BLUE. * Asterisked events are not Folsom Historic District Association produced events. For information on all FHDA events please visit historicfolsom.

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he warm summer nights are just around the corner and that means outdoor concert season is upon us once again The Folsom region offers a wide variety of concert venues on various nights of the week in the months ahead as four different outdoor stages within 10 minutes of Folsom have announced their 2017 schedules. All of these venues offer great talent and amenities. Best of all, they are all free of charge and provide a great outing with family and friends.

So gather the little ones, grab the lawn chairs, pack the ice chests and plan to head out to one of these many local venues to enjoy an evening of live music and socializing at sundown, three different nights of the week.

HISTORIC FOLSOM STATION THURSDAY NIGHT CONCERTS Folsom’s Historic District enters its season of live concerts in the amphitheater located behind the Chamber of Commerce at 200 Wool St. The tiered spectator area of this venue offers wide rows for lawn chair seating and a raised stage for excellent viewing of the well lit stage. Concerts will begin a bit later this year at 7:30 p.m. each Thursday night and conclude at 9:15 p.m. to give everyone plenty of time to stroll the streets of the historic district.

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15 with Gumboot Blues on June 22. The month of June will end with John Voeltz and the Side Hustle on June 21 followed by AKA on the 28.

July 5 will be the sounds of Johnny Cash in the heart of the city that was the subject of one of his to hits when the Cash Prophets return. One week later on July 12 it will be Folsom’s Cynthia Renee and Company for night of popular country, ‘80s tunes and rock. Todd Morgan and the Emblems take to the stage on July 19 followed by local singer songwriter Jessica Malone who will close out the series on July 26. For a complete schedule visit historicfolsom.com.

CONCERTS IN FOLSOM LIONS PARK EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT The Folsom City Lions Park presents its annual Concert in the Park series beginning June 1 with the Island of Black and White. June 8 will host FBI followed by Keep on Truckin’ on June 15, Dave Russell on June 22 and Chad Bushnell performes on June 29 in a special concert presented by the Folsom Chamber in conjunction with the Folsom Pro Rodeo. During the month of July weekly performances will include the Innersoul Band, Simple Creation, Have Mercy and Elana Jane. This series concludes on July 27. Located near the Folsom Zoo and Library at 403 Stafford St., this venue offers plenty of room for a picnic with the family while enjoying the music on the large open lawn. The Rotary Club booth on site sells snacks during the concerts as well. Concerts in the park take place every Friday night beginning at 7 and conclude at 9. For a full schedule of bands visit folsom.ca.us.

PALLADIO SUMMER CONCERTS SERIES The popular Palladio at Broadstone will bring its summer concert series and it’s sure to heat up. Upcoming events include the Wonderbread 5 on June 6 followed by the Pop Rocks on June 13. June 20 brings a tribute to the late Prince with When Doves Cry performing. In July Hip Service, Swift Country and the Cheeseballs are among the performers.

August will feature Manie, Take 2, the Spazmatics and Pop Fiction. The final Wednesday night will be on August 29. The Palladio Concert series seats concert goers in the grassy areas of the courtyard adjacent to the fountain in the center of the shopping center that is home to 55 different stores and restaurants that make this venue a one-stop date or family night. For a complete concert schedule of this venue visit gopalladio.com.

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SUMMER CONCERT SCHEDULE CITY OF FOLSOM CONCERTS IN THE PARK 7 P.M. FRIDAYS 403 STAFFORD STREET, FOLSOM June 1 Island of Black and White June 8 FBI June 15 Keep on Truckin June 22 Dave Russell June 29 Chad Bushnell July 6 Innersoul Band July 13 Simple Creation Band July 20 Have Mercy July 27 Elana Jane

HISTORIC FOLSOM AMPHITHEATER SUTTER STREET, FOLSOM June 7 Island of Black and White June 14 Rhythm Vandals June 21 John Voeltz and the Side Hustle June 28 AKA July 5 Cash Profits July 12 Cynthia Renee and Company July 19 Todd Morgan and the Emblems July 26 Jessica Malone

PALLADIO SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 410 PALLADIO PARKWAY, FOLSOM June 6 Wonderbread 5 June 13 Pop Rocks June 20 When Doves Cry June 27 Notorious July 4 No Concert July 11 Hip Service July 18 Cheeseballs July 25 Swift Country Aug. 1 Island of Black and White Aug. 8 Mania

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Aug. 15 Take 2 Aug. 22 The Spazmatics Aug. 29 Pop Fiction

RANCHO CORDOVA FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERTS 3141 BRIDGEWAY DRIVE, RANCHO CORDOVA Aug. 3: Auto Reverse Aug. 10: Cherry Bomb Aug. 17: When Doves Cry Aug. 24: Apple Z Aug. 31: Department of Rock

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FRIDAY NIGHTS IN RANCHO CORDOVA. Rancho Cordova will present its popular Friday Night Concerts in the Park Series. This series begins rocking in the month of August at Village Green Park, 3141 Bridgway Drive in Rancho Cordova and takes place each Friday evening through the end of the month. This popular nearby venue offers a great community setting, complete with food trucks, vendors and more. Gates open at 6:30 each Friday in August with music starting at 7 p.m.

August 2 will feature Auto Reverse followed by Cherry Bomb on August 10, When Doves Cry on Aug. 17. Apple Z plays on Aug. 24 with Department of Rock closing out the series on Aug. 31. For more information, visit cordovacouncil. com LIVE ON THE BOULEVARD AT TOWN CENTER IN EL DORADO HILLS El Dorado Hills Town Center presents their very popular Live on the Boulevard concerts every Thursday evening. This year, the Thursday night series consists of 13 different events, opening on June 14 and runs through Sept. 13.

This season, the award-winning El Dorado Hills venue will open with Petty Theft on June 14. Thereafter, the music continues every Thursday evening with the exception of Independence Day week when Fireworks and Freedom takes over the venue on Tuesday, July 3 with live music and fireworks.

The venue provides plenty of room for dancing in front or of stage. Concerts take place from 7 until 9 each Thursday night.

The amphitheater opens at 5:30 p.m. for concert viewers. ✶ Spectators are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs to enjoy the festival style seating. For a complete concert schedule for Live on the Boulevard, visit eldoradohillstowncenter.com. ✶

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■ EL DORADO COUNTY FAIR

‘There’s magic in the air’

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t’s what a county fair was built on: “Ribbons and Rides.” This month, that’s the theme at the 2017 EL Dorado County Fair that takes place June 15 to 18 just a short drive up the road from Folsom and El Dorado Hills.

Traveling to the town of Placerville, or as many known it “Old Hangtown,” there is always a something special in the air in the town so rich in history that sits just above the valley fog. This June, that foothill air is rumored to be magical as visitors can experience the “There is magic in the air El Dorado County Fair.

The El Dorado Country Fair has been a tradition in the Sierra Foothills since 1939, drawing families from throughout the region to its scenic grounds in Placerville. The community is rich in history of the Gold Rush and the El Dorado County Fair is known for traditional, family fun for all ages in a venue that has won many awards from the Western Fairs Association.

How the theme of the fair is chosen each year is a great illustration of the hometown feel this four-day event is known for year after year. While one would think such a theme is created by marketing specialist or a board of directors, it’s actually the work of the community itself through an annual contest. This year, the theme of magic took the top pick from the many CONTINUED ON PAGE 38

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MAGICAL MUSIC LINEUP FOR FAIR THURSDAY’S LINEUP

The Olson Bros Band likes to play great country music. They also love having a good time with friends, traveling, hiking, football, baseball, beer, being out on the water, fishing.

“We enjoy witnessing the beauty of life and writing songs about it,” a band member said. “We also love to have a good time and write songs about that too.” The band is led by singer/songwriters Luke and Isaac Olson. They are known for their tight brotherly harmonies and the fun energetic vibe they bring to their live show!

Currently Tony Quinn is working as a soloist but still finds the time to perform with The Almost Live Duo and The Tony Quinn Band. Come out to listen to some smooth jazz.

He plays some beautiful guitar and the Capital Bar Stage is a wonderful place to sit, listen and enjoy the shade and breeze.

Group Therapy plays a unique blend of covers that include classic rock and roll along with some old school R&B from the ‘50s thru the ‘90s.

Mic Smith brings a wide range of style to the table with influences from Alice In Chains, Chris Cornell, Incubus, Led Zeppelin, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Johnny Cash to Guns & Roses and Pink Floyd. Living in South Lake Tahoe, writing of personal experiences and putting them to song.

Robby James & the Streets of Bakersfield, keeping alive the traditional country sound that originated out of Bakersfield,.

Winner of the 2013 Hardrock Rising Tahoe Battle of Bands—a Caribbean-drenched fusion of funk, reggae, rock, folk and blues, Island of Black and White emerged from

Olson Bros Band the foothills of El Dorado County establishing itself as a soulful, musical powerhouse. With over 40 originals, their unique sound captures the attention of those young and old.

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you with a concert to remember for years to come!

Performing on “The Voice” became a reality this season for Jaclyn Lovey, a 17-year-old singer/songwriter from Placerville, California. Her future is bright, as she takes her experience on “The Voice” and grows her art to what local fans know will be wonderful — for Jaclyn, and for us.

Preordained might be a bit strong.

But there was definitely something in the cards for pop newcomer James Barre—himself a study in contrasts — just15 years old, but every inch of 6-foot, 4-inches, a youthful countenance offset by startling wisdom and gravitas, a knack for cheeky earworms plus earnest collaborations with industry heavy hitters like Sam Farrar of Maroon 5 and an eagerness to cite both Jimi Hendrix and Ed Sheeran as influences.

Todd Morgan & the Emblems, a four-piece band led by singer/

songwriter/pianist/guitarist, Todd Morgan, playing original pop/rock plus songs from 50 and 60s rock & roll to present day pop and rock.

The Good Ol’ Boyz are a trio from Placerville bringing the Country to the City mixing Rap, Country and Rock. Combining gritty, hard-hitting, West Coast hip-hop with rebel country and rock influences, GOB has created a style all their own.

A high energy West Coast Blues Band performing original music.

Two Tone Steiny & the Cadillacs’ CD “Welcome to The Club” was voted “Best Self-Produced Blues CD,” and they won Sacramento’s IBC Competition going on to Memphis to compete with bands from all over the world. Most recently, the band was nominated for a “Sammie Award” here in Sacramento. This sharp, well-rehearsed band makes it an event both musically and visually, every time they perform their mix

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of gritty Chicago-style harmonica driven blues and West Coast Swing.

The Five-piece Carol Garcia Band performs a variety of music—Rock, R&B, jazz, top 40, acoustic and original material. Carol Garcia began her career in the Bay Area with her signature sultry, yet powerful voice.

She developed her musical roots from her grandmother Inez who grew up in Little Rock Arkansas and sang hymns to her as a small child.

As she got older, she would listen to and learn the classic vocal standards of the crooners from her father Rich Garcia.

The Bonedrivers, a power trio dripping with self-assurance, covering all the bases from blues to funk to rock and roll. Imagine ZZ Top battling it out with Creedence Clearwater Revival, Jimi Hendrix and George Thorogood.

Almost Live is an entertaining duo with Tony Quinn on guitar and Jim Hall on bass, playing a huge variety of music from the 40s to the 90s.

SATURDAY’S LINEUP

Double Trouble – Tribute to Tom Petty and Bob Seger. Michael Furlong performs his tribute to Tom Petty and Terry Jayo performs his tribute to Bob Seger all in one event!

A great performance of all-American rock music packed with dozens of hit songs that you will recognize and enjoy all evening long!

From the Delta Blues of the 20s, to the Chicago sounds of the 50s, through the British invasion of the 60s to the current masters, Dr. Rock & the Stuff draws on the greats to create a lively blues tradition all their own. With two Sammie Award winners and a dynamite rhythm

Michelle Lambert section, The Stuff has honed a sound both raw and powerful. If you like the Blues and R&B, you’ll love Dr. Rock and The Stuff.

Rolling Heads is a high energy band with a song list that is unrivaled in its musical diversity.

Consisting of truly professional musicians as they are able to ‘nail’ everything from Journey to the most modern hits convincingly! Every song is a party starter!

If you are a fan of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty, put Saturday night on your calendar.

California Creedence Band, with years of individual experience and

earning the ‘Best of 2015 Award’ with GigMasters, will play the music of CCR and John Fogerty just like you remember.

Keep On Truckin’, a tribute to the Woodstock Generation, plays Rock, Blues, Funk and R&B presented in a visual landscape of interesting, historical and relevant anecdotes from the greatest decade of music.

A must-see experience with tight rhythms and soulful vocal melodies flowing from every corner of the stage. Take a step back in time and enjoy the music that influenced a generation.

Friends from different states within Mexico’s Republic decided to form

the musical band Grupo Enlace, to express different styles of music. The music that they play, many recognize it as cumbias, norteñas, corridos & zapateados. Their music grabs your attention to get up and dance and enjoy a good time.

Sierra foothills-based five-piece band Boomer brings a fresh sound to those classic rock songs you know and love! Focusing on lush vocals, strong percussion with solid bass, keyboard, and two master guitarists, we feature three singers who blend together creating an unparalleled vocal experience. Boomer’s genres include Rock, R&B and Soul from the 50s through today with nonstop dance music and fun.

Uncommon Ground is a local band performing original and classic music. Their blend of funk, rock and blues gets people smiling and dancing. They have a following of music-lovers in every age group.

Most often, the dance floor is filled with people from ages 2 to 82 and a few of our adored fans have been quoted saying we are “a feel-good band.”

Band leader and front-woman Jessica Rose, backed by some of the area’s most sought-after musicians, deliver your favorite country hits with the power and intensity that rivals the original artists. Jessica Rose and the Thorns also showcase their versatility with compelling versions of classic rock and pop hits that keep any dance floor full.

The Tiki Lounge Lizards play a variety of traditional Surf Guitar Music known around the world as the popular California West Coast Sound. Memorable, favorite hit songs by The Ventures, Dick Dale, The Chantays, The Surfaris, plus CONTINUED ON PAGE 38

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Jacklyn Lovey some surprises are just some of the great music performed by this awesome fourpiece band. And that’s not all, the band also plays a cool blend of exciting James Bond/Spy/Secret Agent Theme Music that really gets the party swingin’.

SUNDAY’S LINEUP

Legends of El Dorado – Music to your Ears A number of local legends will take the Budweiser Community Stage on Sunday night starting at 7 p.m. This gathering is a must-see for those who have grown up listening to these musicians play around town, and for those who have never had the pleasure—you’re in for a treat. Many of these performers have played together through the years… and remembering the days of dancing on Main Street while they played on the stage will make any music lover come out and dance the night away under the stars on the Main Lawn at the El Dorado County Fair.

Indie/pop artist, Michelle Lambert is a Northern California native; her voice is strong and passionate when she’s not spitting rapid fire lyrics like her new single, “My California.” The electro-acoustic violin is her axe and it hits you like she’s shredding an electric guitar. Her influences are Amy Winehouse, Ed Sheeran and Adele. Her partner, Robbie, brings it on the acoustic guitar with driving rhythms, tight arrangements and percussion hits

that give a huge sound on stage.

Cool Addiction Band, a local favorite based out of Cool, California playing classic rock, blues and southern rock favorites.

The Garage Openers, a local high energy five-piece cover band playing Rock, Underground, Surf and Blues. We’re about hard rockin’ and havin’ fun!

Whiskey Rock n’ Rollers, A 5-piece band that plays “Wrinkle Rock,” better known as baby-boomer-music. Classic Rock at its classiest. Blues at its bluesiest, Country at its kickin’-it-finest and a few surprise genres played like you have never heard them played before.

The Old Town Boys motto—Play to Live, Live to Play—and they are coming to play at the El Dorado County Fair! They will have you up and singing along with their list of hits from classic to current sounds.

Acoustic trio playing current, classic rock, pop, jazz, soul, R&B and country.

Frankie Soul Rodriquez has been playing music in the Northern California area for 30 years. He has appeared on stage opening shows for such noted acts as Tower of Power, Elvin Bishop, Bo Diddley, and many others. In the late 80s, Frankie and Tom Masi formed Masi & Soul one of the premier R&B horn bands in Northern California. In the early 90s, Frankie formed his own band, the blues guitar-based Frankie Soul & No Control. In the late 90s, Frankie rejoined the members of Masi & Soul under the name of The Rhythm Coalition and after recording “I’ve Got the Spirit,” Frankie left the band for good and continued performing with his band, No Control, as he still does to this day.

Legends

submissions.

“Throughout the year, staff, volunteers and the public write their theme idea on a Post-It note.

We keep them framed in the office throughout the year,” said El Dorado County Fair CEO Jody Gray.

“Usually in January, staff meets and we each vote for our favorite theme. It’s very scientific.”

From the magical sights and sounds of the old fashioned carnival to the dedication of the youngsters who dedicate their time to compete in the various livestock competitions though 4-H, the El Dorado County Fair is known to incorporating the attributes of the region into its venue year after year.

This year’s El Dorado County Fair will surely provide plenty to make the event magical in many ways for all ages.

“This time of year, is the most exciting time of year for our entire county,” added Gray. “The energy is high and positive. If fair is not in your blood yet, it needs to be. The fair is for everyone, come see for yourself.”

Magic is best when it is accompanied by music.

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One of the El Dorado County Fair’s strong suits has always been its tremendous line up of performers throughout its four-day run. This year is no exception, be sure to see our complete line up of this year’s musical talent beginning on page 36.

Aside from the exciting music venues, the El Dorado County Fair offers all of the traditional fare that comes with a county fair in a community well known for its tourism, agriculture and farm life. The popular 4-H Junior Livestock Auction will give local youth the opportunity to shine and display their yearlong work in raising prize cattle, sheep and more.

Action in the arena will include the Humpz and Hornz bullriding on Friday night followed by the famed John M. Studebaker Wheelbarrow Races on Sunday, a Father’s Day tradition at the El Dorado County Fair.

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Tap into something different

Fusion Taps brings new concept to Folsom

F

BY RACHEL ZIRIN | PHOTOS BY BILL SULLIVAN usion Taps is the newest gastro pub to hit Folsom that takes on a whole new concept, and it’s delicious.

Owner Pangkham Pam Phonephet’s brother owned Thai Fusion in Sacramento and she wanted to make it bigger and incorporate craft beer into the mix.

Not only is Fusion Taps a Thai restaurant with craft beer, they also have bar food such as burgers, wings and fries.

Opened just a few weeks ago, Fusion Taps already has some of the popular items.

“The pad Thai, red curry, green curry and drunken noodles have been favorites,” Pam said. “We also have bulgogi fries. It’s beef marinated in bulgogi

Fusion Taps WHERE:194 BLUE RAVINE ROAD, SUITE 120 CONTACT:916-790-8324, FUSIONTAPS.COM

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sauce, crispy fries with sriracha chipotle mayo and green onions on top.”

The local pub also has 24 taps of local craft beer, four of which are on nitro.

Pam said they are still in the soft opening phase and ask for feedback and critiques.

“We want our customers to give us critiques on what they like, what they don’t like, what we need to take off the menu and what we need to add,” she said. “We are aiming toward a gastro-type pub, so we will be adding some different food items in the near future.”

Pam said the atmosphere is family-friendly and a place where sports fans can come watch the game.

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“We have a chill-chill atmosphere,” she said. “We have Tap TV where guests can play trivia through an app to our TV, and we also have Touch Tunes where guests can pick what music they want to hear here.

We have a bunch of TVs so people can come here to watch the games. I am a huge sports fan; I love watching any game.”

Fusion Taps will be hosting their grand opening celebration on June 9. Pam said some local breweries will be coming out for a little beer festival on their patio as well as a raffle and prizes.

“My favorite part so far has been hearing customers say they enjoy the many beer selections,” she said.

Happy hour is from 3 to 6 p.m. and everything is $1 off.

“At Fusion Taps, customers can expect good food, good beer and good customer service,” Pam said. ✶

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SenSaTional SweeTS

at Sutter creek ice cream emporium

BY MICHELE SMITH | PHOTOS ARE SPECIAL TO THE ENTERTAINER Step back in time in Sutter Creek where visitors can experience an old-fashioned ice cream parlor that was once the local drug store for over 70 years. On weekends this sweet spot is packed year-round, as the ice cream is truly delightful. The emporium, however, does not just serve ice cream concoctions.

Visitors have the choice of a full lunch menu, candy, fresh fudge, unique party plans, great gifts for any occasion and even a live ragtime piano! If you are lucky and upon request, the owner will even treat you to a tune on the famous 1919 Milton Piano, while guests enjoy their savory snacks.

This is truly a place where one can satisfy their sweet tooth, while at the same time have the option of enjoying a healthy meal. For those looking to satisfy their sweet tooth, in addition to the selection of creamy ice cream delights, visitors rave about the fudge and what little one doesn’t like coming home with a bag full of Jelly Bellys?

The Sutter Creek Ice Cream Emporium is home to the Motherlode Ragtime Society. The society meets every third Saturday on every odd month and more importantly they orchestrate The Sutter Creek Ragtime Festival, which runs every second weekend in August. For three fun-filled days, the town vibrates to the sound of Ragtime music and this is truly a great family event.

For anyone who is a fan of shakes, they are in for a real treat.

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The Sutter creek ice cream emporium HOURS: 10 A.M.-6 P.M. DAILY. OPEN LATE ON FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS WHERE: 51 MAIN ST., DOWNTOWN SUTTER CREEK CONTACT: 209-267-0543 PARKING: THERE IS A NEARBY LOT FOR PARKING, HOWEVER, STREET PARKING IS QUITE PLENTIFUL, AND THIS LOCATION IS BIKE FRIENDLY AND CYCLISTS CAN SAFELY STORE THEIR BIKES.

The shakes are made behind the old-fashioned soda fountain bar and are shaken and served in a tall shake glass with leftovers served in a steel shake can. The beautiful gleaming back bar is turn of the century with elaborately carved oak and glass. The dress code is casual, so be sure to leave any formal wear at home. This is also a great spot for a date with its intimate outdoor seating offering views of main street.

What other little known facts can a visitor learn about the Sutter Creek Ice Cream Emporium? The locale is a perfect location for birthday parties (call for more information) and once a month the owners host a private candlelight dinner featuring beautifully presented fine food. Reservations are required in advance, as space is limited. ✶

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ONGOING EVENTS

Kennedy Mine Tours 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays Kennedy Gold Mine 12594 Kennedy Mine Road, Jackson, 209-223-9542 kennedygoldmine.com/index. html Motorcar Rail Ride 10 a.m.-4 p.m. second Saturdays through November Boarding at rail crossing on Highway 104, between Highway 88 and Ione.

Tom Correa 925-980-7069 AmadorCentral.com/Events Open Mic Night 5:30 p.m. third Thursdays Rosebud’s Cafe 26 Main St., Jackson 209-257-0227 facebook.com/RosebudsCafe

Old Sutter Creek Flea Market 6 a.m.-2 p.m. third Sundays Italian Picnic Grounds Highway 49, Sutter Creek 661-609-1464, oldsuttercreekfleamarket@ gmail.com Knight Foundry Tours 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. second Saturday of the month Knight Foundry 81 Eureka St., Sutter Creek knightfoundry.com, theknightfoundry@gmail.com

Dancin’ in the Street 6-9 p.m. Saturdays June 16 - July 21 Main Street, Amador City nfo@amador-city.com, amadorcity.com Paranormal Investigation at Kennedy Mine Evening Investigations: 7 p.m. -2 a.m.; Overnight Investigations: 7 p.m.-8 a.m.

June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, Sept.

15 and Oct. 20.

Kennedy Gold Mine 12594 Kennedy Mine Road, Jackson, 209-223-9542, KennedyGoldMine.com Summer Fun Days 8 a.m. -5 p.m. Monday-Friday June 4 - Aug. 10 Scout Hut, Detert Park Highway 49/88, Jackson 209-223-2300, phammond@ amadorgov.org, goacra.org 2018 TGIF Summer Music Series 6 p.m. until dusk Fridays June 8-Aug. 17 (except last Friday in July) June 8: Volcano Amphitheatre, Four for the Road

June 15: Hanford Courte, Big City Swing Committee June 22: Preston Castle, Slade Rivers June 29: Detert Park, On Air July 6: Pine Grove Park, Wicked Sisters July 13: Minnie Provis Park, Twilight Drifters July 20: Plymouth Park, Old Soles Aug. 3: Kennedy Gold Mine, Orquesta Taino Aug. 10: Mollie Joyce Park, Black Irish Band Aug. 17: Terra d’Oro, Primitivo 209-267-9038, AmadorArts.org Music on the Terrace 9 -11 p.m. Saturdays June 23-Sept. 15 Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson, 800-822-9466, JacksonCasino.com

“Alice in Wonderland” 8 p.m. June 29- Aug. 18 Volcano Amphitheatre Main Street, Volcano Facebook.com/ VolcanoTheatreCompany “Mama Won’t Fly” 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays June 22 - July 21 Kennedy Mine Amphitheatre 1127 N. Main St., Jackson mstw.org Willow Springs Schoolhouse Flea Market June 12, July 14, Aug. 11 Willow Springs School Corner of Highway 16 and Demartini Road, Plymouth WillowSpringsSchoolhouse. info Photographer’s Day at Preston Castle 1-4 p.m. June 10 and 5-8 p.m.

Aug. 19 Preston Castle 900 (end of) Palm Drive, Ione 209-256-3623, PrestonCastle.com/ PhotographersDay Facebook.com/ PrestonCastleFoundation

JUNE EVENTS

Gold Country Ranchers Days 1 -11 p.m. June 1 8 a.m. 11 p.m. June 2 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. June 3 Amador County Fairgrounds 26th District Agricultural Association, 18621 Sherwood St., Plymouth, 209-245-6921, goldcountryranchersdays.com, amadorcountyfair.com

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Italian Picnic June 1-3 Italian Picnic Grounds 581 State Highway 49, Sutter Hill, 209-267-0206, ItalianBenevolentSociety.com

Northern CA Junior Rodeo June 2-3 Amador County Fairgrounds 18621 Sherwood St., Plymouth call/text: 831- 261-6693, goetzfam@gmail.com, ncjra. com/index.html Italian Picnic Parade 10:30a.m. June 3 Historic Main Street, Sutter Creek, 209-267-0206, SutterCreek.org/ItalianParade Old-Timers’ Music Jam Noon-4 p.m. June 3 Cooper Vineyards 21365 Shenandoah School Road, Plymouth 209-245-6181 Drink Pink!

5-7 p.m. June 8 and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. June 9 amadorwine.com Robbie Fulks 8 p.m. June 8 Sutter Creek Theatre 44 Main St., Sutter Creek 916-425-0077, SutterCreekTheatre.com Daylily Days 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 9 and 10 Amador Flower Farm & Nursery 22001 Shenandoah School Road, Plymouth 209-245-6660, AmadorFlowerFarm.com/ Events Knight Foundry BBQ 5-9 pm. June 9 Knight Foundry 81 Eureka St., Sutter Creek 209-560-6160, knightfoundry. com/bbq Cripple Creek 8 p.m. June 9 Sutter Creek Theatre 44 Main S., Sutter Creek 916-425-0077, SutterCreekTheatre.com Mother Lode Highland Games and Gathering June 9-10 Amador County Fairgrounds 18621 Sherwood St., Plymouth Carl McDanel, 209-245-5400 TheMotherLodeGames.com Facebook.com

Bella Grace Lobster Feed 5-9 p.m. June 9 Bella Grace Vineyard and Wine Cave 22715 Upton Road, Plymouth bellagracevineyards.com/ events

Knight Riders Car Show 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 9 St. Katharine Drexel Parish Center 11361 Prospect Drive, Jackson 209-223-2970, facebook.com/ knightriderscarshow.

Spring/Summer BBQ at the Museum 5-8 p.m. June 16 Amador County Museum 225 Church St., Jackson amadorcountyhistoricalsociety. org Whiskers and Wine Dinner and Auction 5:30-10 p.m. June 15 Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort, Grand Oak Ballroom 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson, 209-2230410, Facebook.com/ APalHumaneSociety Murder Mystery Dinner 6-9 p.m. June 15 and 16 The Preston Castle 900 (end of) Palm Drive, Ione 209-256-3623, P restoncastle.com Fiddletown Flea June 16 The Fiddletown Community Center 14445 Fiddletown Road, Fiddletown 209-245-6042, fiddletownca.org Artisan Market Noon-4 p.m. June 16 The Antique Gardener 80 Main St., Sutter Creek MadeInAmador.com/ ArtisanMarket Triumph Uncorked 5 p.m. June 16 Helwig Winery 11555 Shenandoah Road, Plymouth 209-245-5200, HelwigWinery. com/Events/TriumphUncorked The Spaghetti Western 6 p.m. June 16 Cooper Vineyards 21365 Shenandoah School Road, Plymouth 209-245-6181, CooperWines. com , TheSpaghettiWestern.org

The Guitarsonists – Chris Cain, Mighty Mike Schermer, and Daniel Castro 8 p.m. June 16 Sutter Creek Theatre 44 Main St., Sutter Creek 916-425-0077, SutterCreekTheatre.com

Helwig Summer Concert Series: The Grass Roots 8 p.m. June 30 Helwig Winery Amphitheater 11555 Shenandoah Road, Plymouth 209-245.5200, HelwigWinery.com

Western Antique Mining Show 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 16 Sutter Creek Auditorium 18 Main St., Sutter Creek 209-267-5972 or 530-295-0795

Lance Lopez- Texas BluesRock Guitar 8 p.m. June 30 Sutter Creek Theatre 44 Main St., Sutter Creek 916-425-0077, info@ suttercreektheatre.com, SutterCreekTheatre.com

Father’s Day at Amador Cellars 11 a.m.-5 p.m. June 17 Amador Cellars 11093 Shenandoah Road, Plymouth 209-245-6150 AmadorCellars.com, Facebook.com/AmadorCellars Father’s Day BBQ at Feist Noon-4 p.m. June 18 Feist Wines 15 Eureka St., Sutter Creek 209-267-8020 Kennedy Gold Mine Anniversary BBQ 5-9 p.m. June 21 Kennedy Mine 12594 Kennedy Mine Road, Jackson, 209-267-9249, 209-223-0350, KennedyGoldMine.com A Night at the Oscars 6 p.m. June 22 Jackson Rancheria Grand Oak Ballroom 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson, operationcare.org, 209-223-2897 Mini Garlic Festival 6-8 p.m. June 23 The Historic Chichizola/Cuneo Ranch 1334 Jackson Gate Road, Jackson, 209-223-6349, hsolsbery@amadorgov.org Kirkwood Summer Festival 3:30–6 p.m. June 30 Kirkwood Village Plaza Kirkwood 209-258-4444, kmpud.com/ summer-festival A Divine Affair 5 p.m. June 30 Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson, 800-822-WINN (9466), JacksonCasino.com/ Entertainment

JULY EVENTS

Independence Day Fireworks 5-9:30 p.m. July 1 Jackson Jr. High School 747 Sutter St., Jackson JacksonLionsClub.org/3rdofJul Cru-Zin in the Vineyard Car Show 10 a.m.-3 p.m. July 4 Terra d’Oro/Montevina Winery 20680 Shenandoah School Road, Plymouth sframe@tfewines.com, 209-245-6942, Ext..

5216, facebook.com/ events/173908079830314 Picnic in the Park 11 a.m.-3 p.m. July 4 The Fiddletown Community Center, 14445 Fiddletown Road, Fiddletown, 209-2456042, fiddletownca.org Groovin’ in the Grove 4:30-8:30 p.m. July 4 Pine Grove Park Highway 88, Pine Grove pinegroveca.com, franniecooks@gmail.com Cannonball Run Car Show 7 a.m.-3 p.m. July 7 Downtown Volcano Cruising the Caribbean 5:30-11 p.m. July 14 Grand Oak Ballroom — Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson, 209-217-8239, Jacksoncasino.com Amador College Connect 525-6 Highway 49, Jackson 209-217-8239, amadorcollegeconnect.org Movie Night At the Castle 8 p.m. July 14 Preston Castle 900 Palm Drive, Ione 209-256-3623, prestoncastle.com

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DEAVER VINEYARDS

A DESIRABLE SPOT IN AMADOR WINE COUNTRY

BY MICHELE SMITH PHOTOS ARE SPECIAL TO THE ENTERTAINER Over the years, while a little off the beaten path, Deaver Vineyards has become one of the most desirable stops in Amador Wine Country. Why? For starters, this winery has so much more to offer than high-quality wines.

Deaver has been a family tradition for the last 150 years and the grounds are nothing short of spectacular. Visitors to the area can even stay next door at the Amador Harvest Inn and CONTINUED ON PAGE 48

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Full Golf Memberships on Two Championship Courses

Contact Membership Office for Details 916-354-3421 or Email bsaks@ranchomurietacc.com

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Deaver Vineyards

WHEN: HOURS: 10:30 A.M.-5 P.M. DAILY WHERE: 12455 STEINER ROAD IN PLYMOUTH CONTACT: 209-245-4099

DEAVERVINEYARDS.COM. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR PARTIES OF EIGHT OR MORE AND THERE IS A $5 TASTING FEE THAT CAN BE APPLIED TO ANY PURCHASE OF WINE. .

extend their stay at this beautiful location. This is a perfect place for a picnic on the pond, where they can enjoy views of the vineyard and a beautiful red barn.

While there are many wineries in the Amador County, very few make the top of the list for shopping and Deaver Vineyards is clearly one of them.

The tasting room offers a unique variety of kitchen collectibles, wine accessory gifts, hysterically funny cocktail napkins, gourmet food, and as a result, many people just visit this winery to shop. Obviously, wine patrons can purchase their favorite Deaver Vineyard varietals as well.

What are the wine highlights? For wine aficionados who love port wines, this is a stop not to be missed, as the winery offers 10 different varietals. The port wines make a great gift as they have unique packaging (you will need to run the neck of the bottle under hot water to melt the wax off in order to even open the wine) and this is the perfect gift for anyone with a sweet tooth when combined with gourmet chocolate. The winery also offers a great selection of vintages including zinfandels and other red varietals including the Deaver’s Blend, Jugs N Bottle, Alicante Bouschet, petite sirah, sangiovese and cabernet sauvignon. For wine lovers who enjoy white wine (which is far and few between in the Amador County region which is primarily known for the zinfandels), Deaver offers a chardonnay, malvasia blanca, verdelho, viognier, sauvignon blanc and even two sparking wines (almond and peach). There is truly something here to please every wine palette.

Deaver Vineyards is winery rich in history, located on 300 acres including 140-year-old zinfandel vines and eight acres of mission vines, accurately named as they were brought from Mexico by the Jesuits and Franciscans. The mission vines were planted around 1854, by Ken Deaver’s great grandfather John Davis.

For years, Deaver’s old vine grapes were sold exclusively to home wine makers, but in 1985 the first vintage of Deaver Vineyards Old Vine Zinfandel was bottled under the “Lakeshore” label. Today Deaver Vineyards is known all around the globe for their award-winning zinfandel. ✶ 48 | FOLSOM LAKE ENTERTAINER

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Ticket sales open for a conveRSaTion wiTH linDa RonSTaDT

TELEGRAPH STAFF | PHOTO COURTESY TO THE ENTERTAINER She is, in every way, a legendary American artist; the winner of 11 Grammys and a National Medal of the Arts, a revered performer with over 100 million records sold worldwide — which includes no fewer than 31 gold and platinum records to her credit.

She is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

A spectacular, big screen multi-media journey through her life, A Conversation With Linda Ronstadt features the iconic singer’s personal recollections of her four-decade career, assisted by videos, rare personal photos, and music, including a look at some of the behind-the-scenes events that shaped her uniquely eclectic musical style.

From her roots growing up in Tucson, to her long list of artistic and musical accomplishments, the evening is fast-moving fun, both introspective and revealing. It covers her early years with the Stone Poneys, her long association with the Eagles (they started life as her backup band), her friendships with Jackson Browne, Neil Young, Emmylou Harris, Dolly Parton, and Aaron Neville, her Tony award-winning time on Broadway, her ground-breaking recordings of American standards, and her classic Spanish recordings. A highlight of the evening is a question-and-answer session with Ronstadt.

Her career covered many genres, from rock to country to Latin, with stops on Broadway along the way.

“I sang a lot of wide range of styles,” Ronstadt noted in an interview. “I was able to do that was because of all the music I heard in the house before I was 9 years old growing up in Tucson. My brother was musical. My sister was musical. My mom and my dad were both musical. My aunts and uncles and grandparents were musical. So I learned a bunch of songs from them. And then I learned from the music of the records and the radio when I was growing up. So I just show the musical journey of how I got to do all those styles.”

Her singing career came to an end in 2013, following a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease, and her memoir “Simple Dreams: A Musical Memoir” came out shortly thereafter. ✶

a conversation with Linda Ronstadt WHEN: 7:30 P.M. SEPT. 21 WHERE: HARRIS CENTER,

10 COLLEGE PARKWAY, FOLSOM TICKETS AND INFO:

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SPECIAL TO THE ENTERTAINER The second Wednesday in June marks a special evening of acoustic blues, a concert honoring the roots of the blues while sharing the music of those working at the forefront of the genre.

Host of the Harris Center’s annual Blues Harmonica Blowout, Mark Hummel kicks off the summer with a special acoustic folk blues celebration. As is tradition, he’s bringing an amazing lineup of talent: guitarist Guy Davis received a 2017 Grammy nomination for best traditional blues album. At 83 years old, Lazy Lester’s career singing and playing blues harmonica began in the 1950s — he’s a member of both the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame and the Blues Hall of Fame in Memphis. Guitarist/vocalist Joe Beard has his roots in Mississippi where he was born in 1938; his 1996 recording Blues Union earned Offbeat Magazine’s Blues Album of the year award.

Rounding out the evening, The Deep Basement Shakers (here joined by Hummel) specialize in primal, joint-rockin’ barrel house blues ‘n’ boogie, bringing to life deep musical traditions of American roots music. And the trio HowellDevine deftly mixes Delta/country blues with wildly syncopated rhythms to create a rollicking present-day sound from the past.

Guy Davis says his blues music is inspired by the southern speech of his grandmother and although he was raised in the New York City area, he grew up hearing accounts of life in the rural south from his parents and especially his grandparents, whose stories have made their way into his music. A self-taught guitarist who learned by listening and watching other musicians, Davis has concentrated most of his efforts the last two decades on writing, recording and performing music.

At 83 years old, Lazy Lester is an American blues musician who sings and plays the harmonica and guitar. His career stretches from the ‘50s to the present day. Lester is best known for his regional hits recorded with Ernie Young’s Nashville — based Excello Records, where he contributed to songs recorded by Slim Harpo, Lightnin’ Slim and Katie Webster.

Joe Beard was born on Jan. 4 1938, in Ashland, Mississippi. Beard was surrounded by aspiring and veteran blues musicians. Matt

A WHO’S WHO OF BLUES OLD AND NEW

AN ACOUSTIC BLUES CELEBRATION FEATURING GUY DAVIS, LAZY LESTER, JOE BEARD, HOWELLDEVINE AND MARK HUMMEL AND THE DEEP BASEMENT SHAKERS

Mark Hummel’s Summer Blues Sessions WHEN: 7:30 P.M. JUNE 13 WHERE: HARRIS CENTER, 10 COLLEGE PARKWAY, FOLSOM TICKETS AND INFO: TICKETS $23- $38; PREMIUM $43;

STUDENTS WITH ID $12.

HARRISCENTER.NET OR 916-608-6888

“Guitar” Murphy and his brother Floyd Murphy were Beard’s childhood buddies and the ones who initially got him started on guitar. He became enamored with the blues being played in Chicago and eventually sat in on bass with both John Lee Hooker and Muddy Waters. He wouldn’t perform on guitar in public until 1965 when he met Son House, the man who taught Robert Johnson and Muddy Waters how to play.

Mark Hummel and Deep Basement Shakers have come together to form a streamed-down trio that energetically encapsulates both the blues and the Americana genres while honoring their complementary styles. Grammy nominated, two-time Blues Award winner, harmonica master, blues singer, band leader, author, and entrepreneur.

HowellDevine — based in the San Francisco Bay Area — became the first blues band Arhoolie Records signed in 27 years, following Fred McDowell, Lightnin’ Hopkins, Big Mama Thornton and others. Triple threat Joshua Howell (slide guitars, harmonica, vocals) and percussion savant Pete Devine (drums, washboard) plus snappy doghouse bassist Joe Kyle Jr. deftly mix sinuous Delta/country blues with wildly syncopated rhythms to create a rollicking present-day sound from the past. Employing rich, complex textures integral to the music rather than simple backing for a soloist, HowellDevine’s music is rooted deeply in the blues, but with a creative “fresh” sound. “There is no blues group performing today as different as HowellDevine — nor as delightful” (Lee Hildenbrand, Living Blues Magazine). ✶

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‘into the woods’ FolSom THeaTRe comPany PReSenTS

BY RACHEL ZIRIN | PHOTOS BY BILL SULLIVAN

Folsom’s newest theater company, Folsom Theatre Company, is starting with a bang and much success.

Not only is this local youth theater company putting on their first theatrical production at the end of the month, they were also voted Best New Business by Folsom Telegraph readers in the 2018 Best of the Best contest.

CEO and Founder Tracy Rodriguez began Folsom Theatre Company in August of 2017 to offer more theater opportunities for the local youth. “Into the Woods” is the first production the theater company will be performing and is set to hit the stage at the end of June.

Consisting of 50 performers, ages 5 to 18 years old, “Into the Woods” is a culmination of various Disney shows into one. Jack and the Beanstalk, Red Riding Hood, Cinderella and more will be characters audiences will see throughout the production.

Rodriguez said a family will be going on a hunt into a forest to find ingredients to fulfill a potion for a witch.

“This production will be a little lighter than some of the ‘Into the Woods’ productions that are out there,” she said.

“We are taking a more whimsical approach.”

Auditions took place back in February and the new theater company has moved quickly to get this show on the stage. With sets made by an award-winning set designer and 158 over-the-top customers, Rodriguez said her saying is, ‘Go big or go home.’

“I cannot wait to see all of this come together,” she said. “I had my hands

in costuming, lighting, set design, you name it. This is my directorial debut, and in my opinion, it is going to be spectacular! Seeing the show on stage for the first time will be exciting. I think people are going to be thoroughly impressed with what we are bringing to the table the first time around.”

Rodriguez said a highlight throughout the production process has been introducing the love of theater to so many children who have never seen it before.

“Seeing their reaction to it and how they have fallen in love with in has been one of my favorite parts,” she said.

Rodriguez said they are still looking for some sponsors.

She said they are working on a new campaign called “Pledge 20.”

“This campaign is pledging to keep our ticket prices under $20,” she said. “People can donate to Folsom Theatre Company to help keep ticket prices down.”

Rodriguez said they are also looking for volunteers with a passion for theater. Those interested can go their website to sign up.

The Folsom Theatre Company’s next production will be “Annie” this fall.

“We are really excited to be a part of the Folsom community, and the fact that there is such a love for the arts in this community has been an honor and a joy to experience this with the youth of our community,” Rodriguez said. ✶

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‘Delta Lady’ TWO-TIME GRAMMY WINNER

RITA COOLIDGE

COMES TO HARRIS CENTER When “Anytime, Anywhere” was released in 1977, it was just one of many high watermarks in the career of the extremely talented singer-songwriter and Tennessee native, Rita Coolidge.

It was while cutting her teeth in Nashville, working as a jingle and backup singer, she was discovered by the influential folk rock duo, Delaney and Bonnie, who took her back to Los Angeles setting the stage for tours with Leon Russell, Joe Cocker, an 8-year creative partnership and marriage to country singer, Kris Kristofferson, a Bond theme, 1983’s “All Time High” and a string of successful hits, including: “(Your Love Has Lifted Me) Higher and Higher,” “We’re All Alone,” “The Way You Do the Things You Do,” “Fever,” and “Loving Arms,” her smash country duet with Kristofferson.

Vocally crossing musical genre’s pop, country, jazz, and even traditional Native American music with her sisters and their group, Walala, Coolidge’s pure, crystal clear, gorgeous voice is always the constant. Rita most recently stepped back into the famed Sunset Studios in Hollywood where she began all those years ago, to record her brand new album, “Safe in the Arms of Time,” featuring duets with Chris Stapleton, Keb Mo and Stephen Stills to as she says make, “an album that had the same appeal of my early records — to make a roots record about my own roots.” Coolidge will be performing her new and classic material at the Harris Center this July.

HOW DID YOU GET THE NICKNAME, “DELTA LADY”?

Leon (Russell) gave it to me and I don’t know where or what it means or where it comes from. Well, there are lines in the song (“Delta Lady”) like standing naked in the garden — which never happened — it’s all just a figment of his imagination. I think the delta usually refers to or you know a region around of a river like Mississippi and I grew up in Tennessee, so it didn’t apply to me but for some reason it’s still my handle that I’ve carried all these years, thanks to Leon.

WHO TAUGHT YOU OR GAVE YOU THE BEST CAREER ADVICE AND WHO TAUGHT YOU OR INFLUENCED YOUR SONGWRITING THE MOST? Well, as far as career advice … I think I learned more by observing than I did by being told something and that would be … Bonnie Bramlett, of Delaney and Bonnie, but later on I was at a dinner probably in the ‘80s — in New York City, it was an AIDS benefit with Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. and Dionne Warwick and I was sitting next to Sammy Davis Jr. whom I had never been a big fan of and he, you know, he turned around and I was chatting with him and he said, “What are you up to? Are you touring?” And I said, “Well, you know I’m working but I’m looking for new record labels so I can, you know, get kind of motivated for the next tour.” And he just looked at me and he said, “Girl, you 52 | FOLSOM LAKE ENTERTAINER

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don’t need a record label. You don’t need a cover of Skaggs) that was a matter of looking record label to be a singer.” He said, “I don’t at the song from the woman’s perspective have a record label,” he said. “You need instead of the man’s because a lot of the songs WHEN:7:30 P.M. JULY 8 to get up there and hone your craft as a when the gender is changed by the singer WHERE: HARRIS CENTER, 10 COLLEGE singer, learn how to be a singer for people, it’s just — it’s a different visual, it’s a different PARKWAY, FOLSOM how to entertain people and then,” he said, emotion because all of a sudden women can TICKETS: $42-$72. “then think about the records that’s not the relate to it and like, “Oh, I get it!” and in a HARRISCENTER.NET, RITACOOLIDGE.NET most important thing.” It just smacked me different way than if you hear a man sing the right between the eyes and I just thought song because that’s just the way we are. about it and thought about it and it just started to just kind of become my motto. I did take a few years away I HEARD YOUR VERSION OF “AMAZING GRACE” IN CHEROKEE from recording and started really focusing on what it means to be on AND IT’S SO BEAUTIFUL. DOES BEING PART CHEROKEE the stage and to relate to people and to tell stories about the songs INFLUENCE YOUR MUSIC OR HOW YOU APPROACH MUSIC? and just kind of draw people in, you know, and make them feel like No, I think being Cherokee and being Native American probably they’re in your living room and that was some really great advice defines me as a human being more than and the way I think, certainfrom Sammy Davis Jr. ly, and that, of course, influences my music whoever I am.

Rita coolidge

YOUR HUGE BREAKTHROUGH, “ANYTIME, ANYWHERE,” FEATURED SEVERAL COVERS LIKE BOZ SKAGGS, WHEN YOU’RE COVERING ANOTHER WRITER’S MATERIAL DO YOU GLEAN NEW INFORMATION ABOUT SONGWRITING WHEN YOU PERFORM ANOTHER PERSON’S MATERIAL? Well, I don’t know if I worry about songwriting. I think that I just recognize a really good song and wish that I had written it! I think doing another person’s song, for instance, “We’re All Alone,” (Rita’s

But being Cherokee is, you know, it’s just part of my heritage and embracing that and making music with my family and singing in Cherokee was obviously influenced by being Cherokee because our goal was to be able to write and sing music about it and for Indian people whether it be stories from history or whether it be urban Indian music.

Pricilla (Rita’s sister) really had that dream from the time we were young in our 20s that we wanted to some day get to write and record Native music. ✶

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Poprocks

POWERHOUSE PUB

614-D, Sutter St., Folsom. Tickets available at: powerhousepub.com Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias

THUNDER VALLEY CASINO RESORT

1200 Athens Ave. in Lincoln.

Information and ticket sales: 916-408-7777, thundervalleyresort.com.

June 1 and 2

June 29

June 1

June 14

June 23

June 2

June 15

June 28

June 7

June 16

June 29 June 30

Fresh Makers Rock Monsterz

High Noon The Whiz Kid

The Price is Right Live

Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias “One Show Fits All” World Tour

Moonshine Crazy

June 8

June 30

June 8

June 21

June 9

June 22

Come on down to win

Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience The Long Island medium returns

Primus and Mastodon with JJUUJJUU

Lost in Suburbia

Spazmatics

8 Track Massacre Redwood Black

Big Trouble Take Out TBA

Poprocks

July 13

Thunder Cover

Featuring TLC, Nelly, Tony!Toni!Toné! and more

July 14

GOLDEN 1 CENTER

June 15

Featuring el Chicano, Malo, Sunny Ozuna

500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento Information and ticket sales: 916-928-0000, golden1center.com

Acerbic wit meets on-fire comedic insight

July 20

Maroon 5

June 23

with special guest

June 9

V101’s Summer Jam 2018

Dane Cook

Russell Peters

Deported World Tour 2018

Peter Cetera with Richard Marx Paul Rodriguez and Latin Legends

Charlie Wilson July 21

Jim Gaffigan : The Fixer Upper

June 2

Red Pill Blues Tour June 3

James Taylor

June 29

Steve Martin and Martin Short

An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life featuring The Steep Canyon Rangers and Jeff Babko

Harry Styles: Live On Tour July 9

Tim McGraw And Faith Hill

July 22 Soul2Soul The World Tour

B STREET THEATRE

2700 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento. Tickets and information: 916-443-5300, bstreettheatre.org

Airness

Now playing through- June 10 Professional air guitar competitions provide the backdrop for a marvelous cast of characters. THEATER

The Ladies Foursome

Jack Gallagher’s “The 7th Sorta Annual One Night Only Rock & Roll Concert Event, ‘The Jokes on Me’”

Slaid Cleaves

June 9 It’s Jack’s personal favorite rock ‘n’ roll/pop songs Version 7.0. THEATER

June 19 - July 22 During this outrageous round of golf the women tackle life’s issues. THEATER June 7, MUSIC

Tuck & Patti

June 8, MUSIC

Shawn Colvin with Shannon Curtis June 20, MUSIC

Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhythm Kings June 22, MUSIC

Pete Escovedo Latin Jazz Orchestra featuring Juan and Peter Michael Escovedo June 23, MUSIC

Tom Chapin

June 30, MUSIC

The Weight Band

July 12 Featuring members of The Band, Levon Helm Band and Rick Danko Group MUSIC

Davell Crawford July 13, MUSIC

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Skid Roses

RED HAWK CASINO

1 Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville.

Tickets available at redhawkcasino.com.

June 1

June 10

June 23

“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”

Latin, classic rock, top 40

Country

Classic rock

SUTTER STREET THEATRE

Fresh

Chad Bushnell

Audioboxx

June 2

June 15

June 24

Latin, classic rock, top 40

‘70s, ‘80s dance hits

Country

Fresh

Superbad

Branded

June 3

June 16

June 29

Country

Today’s dance hits

R&B, Motown

Two Steps Down

Thunder Cover

Nathan Owens

June 8

June 17

June 30

Old-school R&B, top 40

Country

‘80s rock experience

Clean Slate

Locked n loaded

June 9

June 22

Classic rock, top 40

The ultimate ‘80s new wave show

Brickhouse

Skid Roses

The Spazmatics

OLDE COLOMA THEATRE

380 Monument Road, Coloma.

Tickets and information: 530-626-5282, oldecolomatheatre.org

“The Wedding of Swampy Boggs” or “Doom! Or A Groom! By High Noon!”

8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays now through June 10

“The Great Northern Amalgamated Pig Iron And Sperm Whale Company” or “Don’t Drink The Water” 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays June 22 – July 29

CAPITAL STAGE

2215 J St., Sacramento. Tickets and information:916-995-5464 or capstage.org.

Marjorie Prime

May 2 – June 3

By Jordan Harrison co-production with American Stage, directed by Stephanie Gularte

The Thanksgiving Play

June 20 – July 22

By Larissa FastHorse. Directed by Michael Stevenson

717 Sutter St., Folsom.

Tickets and information: 916-353-1001, sutterstreettheatre.com OLD TYME RADIO SHOW

Folsom Old Tyme Radio Show 4 p.m. second Saturday of the month

OFF BROADWAY SERIES

Moon Over Buffalo

8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 4 p.m. Sundays, now through June 3 In the madcap comedy tradition of “Lend Me a Tenor,” the hilarious “Moon Over Buffalo” centers on George and Charlotte Hay, fading stars of the 1950s.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 4 p.m. Sundays, June 9 – July 15 An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake.

FAMILY SERIES

Humpty Dumpty is Missing! or The Mysterious Case of the Fallen Egg 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, now through June 17 This affectionate spoof of the private-eye thrillers of the 1940s and ’50s and an exciting, fun-filled way to introduce young audiences to this classic genre. Sammy Scoop is a private investigator in the tradition of his grandfather, Samuel Shovel and his father, Sam Spade.

Sammy faces the biggest challenge of his illustrious career with the sudden fall and disappearance of the jolly Humpty-Dumpty.

101 Dalmatians KIDS

1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, June 23-July 8 Pet owners, Roger and Anita, live happily in London with their Dalmatians, Pongo and Perdita, stalwart dogs devoted to raising their puppies. Everything is quiet until Anita’s former classmate, the monstrous Cruella De Vil, plots to steal the puppies for her new fur coat.

Mary Poppins JR.

1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, July 14 – Aug. 5 The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep.

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LIVE theater&music performances

Double Feature 2018: “La Boutique Fantasque” and “Into the Woods”

HARRIS CENTER EVENTS CALENDAR

10 College Parkway, Folsom. Tickets and information: 916- 608-6888,harriscenter.net.

Folsom Lake Symphony Broadway Romance

7:30 p.m. June 2 and 2 p.m. June 3 Famed for her captivating theatrical presence and exquisite voice, Broadway star Lisa Vroman treats audiences to gems from musicals such as “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Music Man” and “Sound of Music” to landmark songs from composers like Gershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin and Sondheim.

Jackie Evancho

7:30 p.m. June 6 and 7 A worldwide sensation when she was only 10 years old, Jackie Evancho is moving past the exuberant promise of a child prodigy vocalist, toward maturity as a singer, as a creative artist and as a young woman.

One Way Productions: From Orphan To Queen, The Story Of Esther

7:30 p.m. June 8; 3 and 7:30 p.m. June 9; 3 p.m. June 10; 7:30 p.m. June 15; 3 and 7:30 p.m. June 16; 3 p.m. June 17 From Orphan to Queen, the Story of Esther is the Biblical heroine’s story of Hadassah, a young Jewish woman who transforms into Queen Esther and, by putting her own life in danger and winning the respect of the king, saves her people from a massacre.

Heart By Heart: Featuring Original Heart Members Steve Fossen and Michael Derosier 7:30 p.m. June 8 Starring original members of Heart and Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famers, Mike Derosier and Steve Fossen, along with an incredible lineup of musicians.

Duendes: A Night of Flamenco Fudominal Productions

7:30 p.m. June 9 An evening of internationally renowned flamenco dancers and musicians. Featuring, directly from Spain, award-winning and acclaimed dancer Alfonso Losa.

Mark Hummel’s Summer Blues Sessions 2018

7:30 p.m. June 13 With Guy Davis, Lazy Lester, Joe Beard, HowellDevine and Deep Basement Shakers.

Northern California Dance Conservatory Double Feature 2018: “La Boutique Fantasque” and “Into the Woods”

1 and 6:30 p.m. June 16, Fiercely talented young dancers open with the classic ballet telling a whimsical tale set in an enchanted toy shop. Next, venture Into the woods for a multi-genre dance experience.

Malko Dance Academy Presents California Capital Dancesport Competition

11 a.m. June 17 Celebrating 10 years with guest celebrity performers in Ballroom, Latin, Swing and Theatrical Style dancing. The locally based Malko Dance Academy is led by Sergey Malko.

Malko Dance Academy Presents 10th Year Anniversary Celebration Showcase 6:30 p.m. June 17 Featuring Anna Trebunskaya and Dmitry Chaplin from “Dancing with the Stars”

A variety of local dance studios will showcase their best dancers of all age groups in numerous styles of solo, group and partner dances.

El Dorado Musical Theatre Youth Musical Theatre At Its Best!

Best of Broadway featuring High Voltage

7 p.m. June 21 Features two hours of some of the best numbers from classic and current Broadway musicals.

Partners Of Harris Center El Dorado Dance Academy Summer Concert 2018: Travels

10 a.m. and 5 p.m. June 23 El Dorado Dance Academy will voyage around the world. Dances with global inspiration will guide a colorful journey of movement styles.

Folsom Lake Community Concert Association: Jim Curry Presents The Music Of John Denver

2 and 7 p.m. June 24 Join acclaimed performer Jim Curry for this tribute to the music of one of the most beloved singer/songwriters ever to grace the stage.

Ho`ike 2018: Halau Ka Waikahe Lani Malie Halau Kahulaliwai

6 p.m. June 30 An evening of hula in perpetuation of the Hawaiian culture and hula as an art form.

El Dorado Musical Theatre, Spyquest: An Agent 006-1/2 Musical Comedy

7 p.m. July 6; 2 and 7 p.m. July 7; 2 p.m. July 8; 7 p.m. July 11; 7 p.m. July 12; 7 p.m. July 13; 2 and 7 p.m. July 14; and 2 p.m. July 15 A secret agent spoof that includes spy devices, a villain trying to take over the world, and of course, singing and dancing.

SBL Entertainment: Rita Coolidge

7:30 p.m. July 8 After ten years during which she bore witness to some of her life’s greatest joys and deepest sorrows, Rita Coolidge is back with “Safe in the Arms of Time,” her 18th solo album.

Folsom Lake Community Concert Association: Shades Of Bublé: A Three-Man Tribute To Michael Bublé 2 and 7 p.m. Aug. 26 With three voices singing incredible songs such as “Feeling Good,” “Moondance,” “Come Fly With Me,” “Home,” “Everything,” “Fever,” “Save the Last Dance for Me,” this show will bring the swinging standards and pop hits of Michael Bublé to the stage in an unforgettable high-energy concert event.

SBL Entertainment George Winston

7:30 p.m. Sept. 7 George Winston is one of the best known performers playing contemporary instrumental music. His early recordings “Autumn and Winter Into Spring” were platinum records, helping to establish the Windham Hill record label in the early ‘80s; he has released two recordings dedicated to the music of Vince Guaraldi.

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Submit events to: calendar@goldcountrymedia.com. tickets start at $21.50 for adults and $15.50 for children. Spectators will be treated to an evening of thrilling rodeo action complete with fanfare and patriotism all family friendly and enjoyable for all ages. When the last cowboy rides out of the stadium, the fireworks begin with both ground level and aerial displays just after dark. Info: folsomprorodeo.com.

Tuesday, July 3

FIREWORKS & FREEDOM CONCERt 6-11 p.m. July 3 at El Dorado Hills Town Center, 2101 Vine Street., El Dorado Hills. Info: edhtowncenter.com.

Wednesday, July 4

Powerfest Taps & Tunes See June 9 lisiting.

Saturday, June 2

ROTARY WINE AT TOWN CENTER will be 6-9 p.m. June 2 at Steven Young Amphitheater and Sandra Rose Garden, 4364 Town Center Blvd., El Dorado Hills.

Info: wineattowncenter.com.

Saturday, June 9

POWERFEST TAPS & TUNES features 20 breweries, live music with Albertson Duo, food trucks 4-8 p.m. June 9. Tickets are $20 advance, $25 at the door, $10 designated driver. Info: 916-235-7799 or info@ffpaonline.org.

HANGTOWN DAYS feature wagon train, live music and a street dance. 2-8 p.m.

June 9 in downtown Placerville. Info: placerville-downtown.org, 530-3038186.

Sunday, June 10

GOLD COUNTRY RUN HALF MARATHON and 5K GOLD COUNTRY RUN HALF MARATHON is the first major half marathon in El Dorado County. Starting and finishing in the El Dorado Hills Town Center will be 7- 10 a.m. June 10 at 2101 Vine St., El Dorado Hills.

Info: runsra.org/gold-country-run/ registration.

Saturday, June 30

HISTORIC FOLSOM’S HOMETOWN PARADE will be on Sutter Street. Enjoy neighborhood floats, vintage cars, horses, clubs and good old fashioned fun. Starts at 9:30 a.m. June 30. Info: info@historicfolsom.org.

18TH ANNUAL SUMMER SPECTACULAR in Cameron Park includes many summertime activities including swimming at the lagoon, refreshments, vendors and more. Gates open at 2 p.m. on June 30 and the event concludes just after the fireworks over the lake at 10 p.m. at Cameron Lake Park.

Admission is $4 for advanced tickets and $6 the day of the event . Info: cameronpark.org.

Saturday, July 14

PEACH FESTIVAL will be 8 a.m.-1 p.m. July 14 in downtown Folsom.

Parking is at Sutter Street Parking Garage, 905 Leidesdorff St. Info: info@ historicfolsom.org.

June 14-Sept. 13

LIVE ON THE BOULEVARD concerts will be 7-9 p.m. June 14-Sept. 13 at

Steven Young Amphitheater, 4364 Town Center Blvd, El Dorado Hills.Info: edhtowncenter.com.

Saturday, June 23

PLACERVILLE “BELL TOWER” BREWFEST will be 6-9 p.m. June 23 on Main Street in Placerville. Enjoy 35-plus breweries, cideries, meaderies, and wineries, with local gourmet restaurants, a cigar lounge, and music/entertainment.

Tickets are $35. General admission: $35. Info: placervillebrewfest.com.

Thursdays, June 20-July 21

TWILIGHT THURSDAYS CONCERT SERIES will be 7:30-9:30 p.m. Thursdays from June 7 through July 21. Bring low-back chairs, friends and a picnic or grab dinner in the district before the concert starts. Free. Park at Sutter Street Parking Garage, 905 Leidesdorff St., Folsom. edhtowncenter.com.

July 1-3

58TH ANNUAL FOLSOM PRO RODEO offers a great fireworks display at the conclusion of the rodeo competition on July 1, 2 and 3. The rodeo takes place in Dan Russell Arena in Folsom. Admission

THE ANNUAL FAMILY BLAST at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville hosts kids’ activities, bounce houses, water slides and live music leading up to the celebration. The gates open at 4 p.m. with the fireworks launching just after dusk on July 4.

Admission is $3 per person or $15 per car load, $50 per RV which includes overnight camping and admission for up to six people. The event is presented in conjunction with Placerville Speedway and auto racing is also on tap for the evening for an additional admission. For more information, visit eldoradocountyfair.org.

Ongoing

SATURDAY FARMERS’ MARKET around the Historic Railroad Turntable and Public Plaza in Historic Folsom every Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., year-round.

More than 40 farmers/vendors represented. Certified farmers’ locally grown seasonal fruits and vegetables.

Freshly made baked goods, fresh eggs and dairy items, live music and more.

Please park in the parking structure located at 905 Leidesdorff St. at the corner of Reading and Leidesdorff streets. Info: 916-806-3989 or email info@bemoneysmartusa.org.

THIRD SATURDAY ARTWALK at Historic Main Street in Placerville. 5-9 p.m. Info: placerville-downtown.org. ✶

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■ REAL ESTATE

FATHER’S DAY VS. MOTHER’S DAY

BY PAT QUAN

I have an unproven and unresearched theory about Father’s Day versus Mother’s Day in local real estate. I’ve noticed that on Mother’s Day Sunday, generally there are not very many open houses. It’s sort of like an unofficial holiday in real estate. I’ve concluded that it’s because so many people in residential real estate are either women or are married to one. Makes sense. So why is it that Father’s Day is different? Father’s Day usually has a lot of open houses. The buying season is very similar for both dates. People in real estate are either men or married to one, right? Realtors are generally older on average than the general workforce so it makes sense that the majority of Realtors are parents. Especially in this area. Again, another unresearched statistic.

I’ve also concluded to look no further than the media to see how we spend Mother’s Day versus Father’s Day. Mother’s day is pomp and circumstance. The media says Mother’s Day is about making mom feel special. And deservedly so. Bake a cake for mom. Surprise her. Father’s Day is play day. It’s about doing. Yes, I thought so. Go look it up.

Father’s Day is golf day. Bike Day. Hike day.

Nap day. Picnic or barbecue? Yes. Brunch. No. Go buy a big screen TV? Why not? A dozen roses? Not for me. Bake a cake? How ‘bout eat a steak.

I think the biggest difference, in my informal poll with no statistical relevance, it seems fathers will just go do what they want to do, regardless of who does it with them. Mother’s Day? Well, it’s family day. Celebrate Mom, and we should.

For years, our Father’s Day tradition has been to spend memorable family time together. It’s something that I really look forward to doing.

We go to Sly Park, take a hike to the waterfall, have a picnic lunch, hang out in the water and then have a barbecue. Throw in watching the end of the final round of the U.S. Open and that’s what I call a great day. Whatever you choose to do and how you celebrate Father’s Day. Enjoy it. Being a father is a wonderful lifelong role. It wouldn’t be as much fun if we didn’t have the celebration of Mother’s Day a month earlier.

OK, so this month, there’s no clever segue into the talk about local real estate. As we near the halfway mark of the year, I can sum it up this way. The market is strong and it’s a seller’s market. At the time of this writing, Folsom and El Dorado Hills share a similar profile.

There are just more than 100 homes on the market in Folsom while El Dorado Hills has closer to 175. While the number is climbing, both are well short of the numbers in recent May months. While inventory is down, many other year-to-date measures are up. The average sales price has climbed to more than $564,000 in Folsom and $685,000 in El Dorado Hills.

Homes sell faster on average in both locations; 26 days in Folsom, 42 in El Dorado Hills.

Average price per square foot is up to $269 in Folsom, $245 in El Dorado Hills. Homes sell for just about 100 percent of list price in Folsom while it’s closer to 98 percent in El Dorado Hills.

To contact Pat Quan, call 916-812-4341, email pquan@ cbnorcal.com or go to PatQuan.com. BRE #01918240.

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