City of Elk Grove NEWSLETTER
City of Elk Grove 8401 Laguna Palms Way Elk Grove, CA 95758
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City of Elk Grove
NEWSLETTER
8401 Laguna Palms Way Elk Grove, CA 95758 (916) 478-2206 elkgrovecity.org Kristyn Laurence Public Affairs Manager klaurence@elkgrovecity.org Lupe Murrietta Graphics & Multimedia Program Manager lmurrietta@elkgrovecity.org
November–December 2019 / Volume 19 / Issue 6
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COMMUNITY CENTER
The City does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services, or activities. Questions, concerns, or complaints may be forwarded to the City’s ADA Coordinator.
Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten Registration Opens January 9
Sights and Sounds from a Bygone Era Saturday, November 30 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 32nd Annual Dickens Street Faire Keeps Small-Town Yuletide Traditions Alive
Will your child turn 5 years old on or before December 2, 2019? Registration for the 2020–2021 school year begins January 9. For details, visit egusd.net/enrollment/how-to-register. E G U S D
14th Annual Old-Fashioned Christmas December 6 – 22 9941 E. Stockton Boulevard Fridays 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays noon to 8 p.m. Sundays noon to 5 p.m.
For details and a schedule of events, visit dickensstreetfaire.com.
In this quaint annual tradition, ornate decorations from the gilded age grace the historic Elk Grove House and Stage Stop. Nine lavishly trimmed rooms are a visual feast for visitors, while a private visit with Santa will charm the young (weekends only). Admission is $5 per person, which supports the Elk Grove Historical Society.
AQUATICS CENTER
For more than 30 years, vendors and visitors have converged on Old Town to kick off the holiday season with street and stage performers, Christmas carolers, live music, pictures with Santa, kids’ crafts, food, and more! While you’re there, check out the unique shops that line Elk Grove Boulevard, and celebrate Small Business Saturday. End the evening with Christmas carols, hot cocoa and cookies with Santa, at the annual tree lighting ceremony from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Play. Celebrate. Gather. Connect. Learn Opening this fall, the civic center space, dubbed District56, will offer a variety of indoor and outdoor community spaces. District56, a name derived from suggestions provided by the public, and its logo were adopted by the City Council at its September 11 meeting. With a new name and identity, the City welcomes you to District56. Learn more about the facility and the upcoming grand opening by visiting elkgrovecity.org.
Fun Run
Parade
Tree Lighting
Holiday Marketplace
RUNNING OF THE ELVES 3:00 p.m. registration/check-in 4:30 p.m. 5K Run/Walk
For more information, visit elkgrovehistoricalsociety.com.
Before gobbling up your Thanksgiving feast, run, walk, or wobble your way to the finish line of this family-friendly event. After the race, enjoy music, food, hot chocolate, bloody marys, mimosas, and more! Register today at www.chicksincrisis.org. All event proceeds benefit Chicks in Crisis, an Elk Grove non-profit offering pregnancy, parenting, adoption, and educational services. 4
Exhibits
4:00pm-9:00pm District56 8230 Civic Center Drive
Before the Rains Appear, Ensure Drains are Clear
Police volunteers will check the exterior of your home (Monday through Friday) while you’re away. They’ll even secure any delivered packages until your return. Submit a request for this FREE service at least three days prior to your departure—call 916-478-8100 or visit elkgrovepd.org.
SENIOR CENTER
Santa takes a break from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays
Thursday, November 28 8:00 a.m. Start 8280 Longleaf Drive
Leaving Town for the Holidays? Request a Vacation Check!
Inspect the drain near your property and clear leaves, trash, and other debris from the drain, then place the debris in the proper waste container. Never wash debris down the drain. Storm drains help move water off city streets and into local creeks, channels, nature preserves, and eventually to the river to limit street flooding. If you notice a clogged storm drain or drainage problem, report it by calling the 24-hour Public Works hotline at 916-687-3005.
Experience the season with sparkle and shine at this all new multicultural community celebration. Festivities held at District56 will feature a fun run, entertainment, holiday vendors, the City’s first official tree lighting ceremony, and the annual parade of lights. Get into the holiday spirit and gather your friends and family at Elk Grove’s newest holiday experience.
Storm updates and related information are available at elkgrovecity.org/storm.
For event details, visit elkgrovecity.org/illumination.
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PARADE OF LIGHTS 6:00 p.m. VETERANS HALL The annual tradition of parading your cars, bikes, strollers, and apparel decked out with festive lights is back— in an all-new location! Participants in the parade must submit a parade entry online at elkgrovecommunitycouncil.org. FESTIVAL 4:00 p.m. holiday marketplace 7:30 p.m. tree lighting
SAT DEC 7
INSIDE: Page 2 • Recycle Your Christmas Tree • Don’t Pile On • Is Your Waste Getting a Holiday? • Customer Service Survey Page 3 • Recycle Your Holiday String Lights • Can It! Scrape It! Trash It! Recycle It! • 18th Annual Veterans Day Parade Page 4 • Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten • 14th Annual Old-Fashioned Christmas • Elk Grove Gobble Wobble • Sights and Sounds from a Bygone Era • Before the Rains Appear, Ensure Drains are Clear