AUGUST 3

GATHER: MOVIE IN THE PARK 

Gather with family and friends at Twin Oaks Park for great food, artisan vendors, kids’ crafts, and more. Beginning at dusk (around 8:30 p.m.), Coco will play on the big screen. rocklin.ca.us/gather 

AUGUST 11

CONCERT AT QUARRY PARK

Double platinum rock band Foghat is playing their signature hits like “Slow Ride” and “I Just Wanna Make Love to You” at Platinum Living Amphitheater at Quarry Park. Gates open at 6 p.m. foghat.eventbrite.com

AUGUST 26

WOOFSTOCK

This annual festival at Johnson-Springview Park from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. is full of groovy activities like wiener dog races, art projects, a dog obstacle course, costume parade, dog-themed vendors, food trucks, and more. Admission is free and proceeds benefit local canine rescue groups and RRUFF Dog Park. rocklin.ca.us/woofstock2018

ONGOING

SPORTS PROGRAMS

Keep the kids active before they go back to school with various programs, including a Jr. Sports Academy (ages 4-6) from August 7-11 where youngsters build hand-eye coordination and motor skills while playing games like flag football, capture the flag, baseball, soccer, and more; and All Sorts of Sports (grades K-8) from August 7-11 where youngsters are introduced to the world of sports, teamwork, and athletics. teamsideline.com/rocklinrecsports

THROUGH OCTOBER 15

ROCKLIN WATER SPRAYGROUNDS

Stay cool by playing in the spray! Water spraygrounds are located at Kathy Lund Park and Whitney Park; both are open from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., seven days a week.

SAVE THE DATE!

OCTOBER 6

ROCKLIN MINI MAKER FAIRE 

Head to Sierra College for the “greatest show (and tell) on Earth”—a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers and artists to scientists and crafters, it’s a place for "makers" of all ages and abilities to showcase their hobbies, experiments, and projects. Apply today to showcase your work. rocklin.makerfaire.com  

By Onelly Olivas-Perez