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Mercury

Mercury is very toxic to people and wildlife, and some of its uses have resulted in widespread contamination of the environment. Let’s work together to protect and enhance the quality of life in our neighborhoods and throughout the community for our enjoyment now…and for our children’s enjoyment in the future.

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Pesticides

Using less or non-toxic alternatives in your garden is important for a healthy garden, the beneficial bugs, our waterways, and our ecosystem. Let’s work together to protect and enhance the quality of life in our neighborhoods and throughout the community for our enjoyment now…and for our children’s enjoyment in the future.

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Pet Waste

When pet waste is improperly disposed of, it can be picked up by stormwater runoff and washed into storm drains then directly to the river without being treated. Let’s work together to protect and enhance the quality of life in our neighborhoods and throughout the community for our enjoyment now…and for our children’s enjoyment in the future.

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Trash

Litter from sidewalks, streets, parking lots, and nature areas eventually find its way into our rivers. Let’s work together to protect and enhance the quality of life in our neighborhoods and throughout the community for our enjoyment now…and for our children’s enjoyment in the future.

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  • Citrus Heights – Tools of the Trade

    Citrus Heights – Tools of the Trade

    14:00 -17:00
    2025.05.08

    Tools of the Trade, formerly the Public Works Showcase, will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2025, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Van Maren Park. This is a free event for the entire family!

    Interested in being a vendor? Please contact our General Services Department at GeneralServices@citrusheights.net

    Education & Career Fair

    • Local job opportunities
    • Technical schools
    • Trade schools

    Perfect for residents or students looking for their next career step!

    Fun for All Ages

    • Meet the machines and their operators
    • Hands-on demonstrations from various vendors
    • Giveaways and treats for attendees

    Perfect for families with children who love big trucks and exploring how our city works!

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  • Master Gardeners – Open Garden

    Master Gardeners – Open Garden

    09:00 -12:00
    2025.05.10

    Fair Oaks Horticulture Center (map and directions)
    11549 Fair Oaks Boulevard
    Fair Oaks, CA 95628

    Open gardens are informal FREE events where you roam the gardens, watch what we are doing, see what we are growing and ask questions.

    Join us and the pollinators for a wonderful day outside, rain or shine.
    • Upon entry you will notice an updated garden of popular plants.
    • Smell the large variety of culinary herbs from favorites to rarities.
    • Be inspired by the blooming plants and learn how to care for them in the water-efficient landscape area.
    • See summer vegetables emerging in raised beds, and the Berries and Grapes that have set fruit.
    • Collect tips for successful composting and listen to the mini talk on How to Harvest Worm Castings.
    • Find out about spring pest concerns in the orchard.
    • May is a good time to rethink how to use water more wisely with mulch and irrigation techniques.

    This FREE event is located outside–rain or shine.

    No pets please!

  • iFest

    iFest

    17:00 -21:00
    2025.05.10

    Sacramento Area Sewer District crews and sewer truck will be in Village Green Park for the free, family-friendly International Festival (iFest). We have fun stuff for the kids and educational tips for the parents to help keep sewers flowing smoothly!

    Address: 3141 Bridgeway Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

    Learn more about iFest at https://www.cordovacouncil.org/ifest.

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  • City of Rancho Cordova – Spring Service Day

    City of Rancho Cordova – Spring Service Day

    All day
    2025.05.17

    Rancho Cordova City Hall
    2729 Prospect Park Drive
    Rancho Cordova, California 95670

    The second annual Spring Service Day will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025. On Spring Service Day, residents and organizing partners will celebrate service in Rancho Cordova and reignite our community’s passion for volunteerism.

    If you would like to donate to Spring Service Day, you can do so by clicking the link here.

    If you are interested in volunteering, follow this link and “become a fan” of Rancho Cordova Spring Service Day – 2025 to get alerted when volunteer opportunities open. If you do not have an account, you will be promoted to make one.

    Learn more

    This event takes place in the City of Rancho Cordova, which is part of the Sacramento Region.

  • Creek and Wetlands Cleanup with the City of Rancho Cordova Stormwater Division

    Creek and Wetlands Cleanup with the City of Rancho Cordova Stormwater Division

    07:15 -12:00
    2025.05.17

    The City of Rancho Cordova Stormwater Division will host 3 cleanups sites along tributaries, creeks and wetlands in the Rancho Cordova community.  The City of Rancho Cordova is home to six miles of the American River, as well as to 41 miles of creeks and channels, some of which flow directly to the river. Anything that enters storm drain inlets in parking lots, roads, or along sidewalks can eventually reach creeks, channels, or the American River. This includes trash or other pollutants! Pollution can affect people and animals who enjoy or live around the river. Rancho Cordova is Ours to Protect. Come help clean up several waterways around the City to keep our environment clean! Volunteers will be provided instructions along with trash grabbers, bags and gloves to complete their cleanup mission

     

    Please see the special event details below:
    • RSVP required. Click the blue “Respond” button above to sign up for this activity.
    • Meet at City Hall at 7:15am for check-in and kick-off celebration.
    • Free breakfast at City Hall from 7:15am-8:30am for all volunteers.
    • Check-in at City Hall with volunteer organization booth is required before heading out to volunteer activity at 8:30am.
    • Youth under 18 years of age must have a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.
    • Youth under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
    • Be on the lookout for future emails with additional event details, including final details about your event, as we get closer to May 17th.

     

    Volunteers 16 or older must create an account and sign up individually.  If you have questions email communityengagement@cityofranchocordova.org.

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  • ARPF – Mile Steward Clean-Up

    ARPF – Mile Steward Clean-Up

    10:00 -11:30
    2025.05.18
    Sacramento Bar Park, 3936 Pennsylvania Ave, Fair Oaks, CA 95628, USA
    *All Ages

    Join our Mile Stewards Lyme Fight Foundation for a Parkway Clean-Up.

    Register Here!

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  • City of Folsom – City Works Day

    City of Folsom – City Works Day

    09:30 -12:00
    2025.05.21

    Learn about your city and enjoy dozens of fun and interactive activities.
    Get an up-close look at your favorite city vehicles and meet the people
    who protect, serve, build, and maintain the City of Folsom!

    CWD 2025 Flyer Full Page
    For more information, visit www.folsom.ca.us/cityworksday or contact
    the Public Works Department at pwdept@folsom.ca.us or 916-461-6702

  • City of Elk Grove – Big Truck Day

    City of Elk Grove – Big Truck Day

    10:00 -14:00
    2025.05.21

    BIG trucks….BIG bubbles …BIG fun!!!  Celebrating National Public Works Week, this event lets the city showcase the amazing Public Works team! Bring the kids and let them explore all the trucks that run our City, play in giant sand pits, build a miniature city, grab lunch and have BIG fun! Free admission.

    District56 – Aquatics Lot
    8230 Civic Center Drive
    Elk Grove, Ca 95757

  • UC Ag Experts Talk: Mealybug Management

    UC Ag Experts Talk: Mealybug Management

    15:00 -16:00
    2025.05.21

    Mealybug Management in Citrus Orchards in California by Dr. Sandipa Gautam

    Dr. Sandipa Gautam, Cooperative Extension Area Citrus IPM Advisor with the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources at the Lindcove Research and Extension Center, will discuss citrus mealybug and how it has become a pest of concern for citrus growers in California in recent years. This webinar will discuss the biology and seasonal ecology of this pest, scouting and monitoring techniques, and best management options for its sustainable management. Register Now

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Please note: SSQP does not host or directly represent all events listed on this calendar. We encourage you to visit the official websites of the respective organizations for the most up-to-date information on events and any potential changes.

 

 

Man walking dog

Pet waste is a significant, yet preventable, water pollutant. Please clean up after your pet!

Not all bugs are bad! Learn how
good bugs can defend your home
against pests

Landscape and Nursery Expo

Businesses from all around participate in this annual event. Residents can learn various landscape techniques as well as purchase supplies, equipment, and attend educational seminars.

Tuesday, May 3

For More Information

Contact the Sacramento Stormwater Quality Partnership at

ssqpinfo@cityofsacramento.org