Arts + Culture

All the World’s a Stage

Sutter Street Theatre: “Where the Art is in the Entertainment” Article by Melissa Strand | Photography by Sutter Street Theatre As you step into Sutter Street Theatre , the up-close and personal stage feels intimate and warm while buzzing with the magic of past performances. The charming and comfortable theatre allows audience members to feel like they are close enough to be a part of the show as performers utilize the full stage, walkways, and entrances to bring the entire theatre to life...

Food + Beverage

From Pit to Plate

J.Wild's BBQ Serves Up A Mouthwatering Feast For The Senses Article by Terryn Wolf "I could smell the BBQ from blocks away," I heard a patron say when entering J.Wild's Livery & Feed located at 614 Sutter Street on the bustling corner of Sutter & Riley Streets in Historic Folsom. The atmosphere inside is charming and family-friendly, making it a perfect place to catch NFL football on Sundays featured across 15+ HD screens or listen to live music with local artists on Wednesday evenings. ...

Arts + Culture

Love on a Plate

Exploring The Best Local Date Night Spots Article by Lisa Wolf Plank Craft Kitchen and Bar at 608 Sutter Street in Historic Folsom has a great ambiance for a date night with seating inside or outside as well as balcony seating with gorgeous views. All the food is amazing. I recommend the Ahi Poke Nachos or the Beer Cheese Pretzels.  One of Folsom's favorite restaurants is Visconti's Ristorante at 2700 E. Bidwell Street. They've teamed up with local brew house, Red Bus , on their own...

Style + Beauty

Shop Local - Love Local

Local Gift Ideas That Celebrate Love Article by Lisa Wolf For the love of books and poetry, visit  Ruby's Books. RubysFolsom.com Your skin will love Rosarium Desert Rose Facial Mist  with rose hydrosol and sandalwood essential oil. Perfect for gifting.  Rosariumskincare.com Heart Tray of Truffles from Snook's Chocolate Factory. The perfect Valentine's gift.   Snookscandies.com Jim Kelly Rainbow Bridge Pendant from Rainbow Bridge Jewelers. RainbowBridgeJewelers.com Nourishing and...

Health + Wellness

A Path to Recovery and Love

Serenity Recovery Solutions: The Power of Compassion and Healing Hearts Article by Terryn Wolf | Photography by Doug Barrett Serenity Recovery is a hidden oasis in Folsom that provides luxury recovery services alongside a dual-diagnosis addiction medicine and residential recovery facility that is designed to help those who are struggling with substance abuse. The founders recognized Folsom as a great location to offer their services of helping clients build a foundation for recovery, gain...

Food + Beverage

Fireside Fiesta

A Hot Toddy with a Tequila Twist Article by Lisa Wolf | Photography by Gaslight and Co. Ingredients: Two dashes of orange bitters One dash of vanilla extract .5oz lavender syrup .5oz rosemary syrup .25oz Italicus liqueur .5oz lemon juice 1.5oz Don Fulano Reposado Tequila Add hot water and garnish with mint sprig and lemon twist   Add Warm Spirits to a Cold Night: On a brisk evening, when your fingertips are chilled and your cheeks are rosy and pink, there's nothing better than a hot...

Health + Wellness

Health and Wellness

Tips From Local Experts Article by Terryn Wolf There are a lot of different aspects of a well-rounded wellness program and it's not one size fits all.  Everyone has different requirements for nutrition, fitness, and overall health. It's important to make sure you are doing what is right for you. We spoke with local wellness experts and asked them for tips on staying healthy in 2024. Nutrition - Debra's Daily Healthy Debra’s advice for healthy eating in 2024 is to "choose a program designed...

Health + Wellness

Go Outside!

Stay Fit and Healthy While Enjoying the Nature of Folsom Article by Lisa Wolf | Photography by Jason Keinigs There are many ways to stay fit in Folsom, from great full-service gyms to small niche workout spaces. One of the best things about Folsom is that you can step outside and find amazing fitness options right in your neighborhood. A popular Folsom activity is hiking. Summers can sometimes be too hot for a hike, but it's perfect in winter and spring. There are lots of beautiful trails...

Home + Design

Home for the Holidays

Curating a Festive Atmosphere with Local Design Experts Article by Design Shop Interiors | Photography by Nicole Dianne and Stephanie Russo As lovers of home, we, at Design Shop Interiors, thrive during the holiday season. Curating a festive, yet familiar atmosphere is our expertise. We believe a home should be a place of warmth, comfort, and familiarity.This time of year, special touches like festive décor, scented candles, shimmering ornaments on a handpicked Christmas tree, and a table...

Food + Beverage

Holiday Parties Reimagined

The Neighborhood Progressive Party Article by Caroline Smith The holidays are a wonderful time full of cheer, celebration, and joy and holiday parties are a staple of the season. However, for the hosts of large events and parties, the holidays can come with a bit of added stress. It's a big job to plan and host large events on one’s own. A great way to share the work of hosting while also being able to join in the fun is to have a neighborhood progressive party. Progressive parties are an...