Good morning, Folsom.

Folsom Times and the City of Folsom launched the 2025 Holiday Lights Contest to invite households, businesses and neighborhoods to display festive lights in five categories.

Registration is free until December 12 and prizes from local partners will be announced after December 1 — winners will be recognized at a City Council meeting and on community platforms.

Historic Folsom will host its 57th annual holiday arts & crafts fair on Dec.

7 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. along Sutter Street—featuring over 200 artisan vendors, live music, and family activities including skating at the Historic Folsom Ice Rink in a festive outdoor celebration open rain or shine.

Falcon's Eye Theatre presents Anne Washburn's dark comedy in a fully immersive performance at the Harris Center at Folsom Lake College.

The show runs until Sunday, Nov. 23 and guests must arrive 15 minutes early—late seating is not permitted.

Folsom Powerhouse is hosting a busy weekend of live music—Friday’s Night Owls played Bay Area Top 40 hits, and today Roni & The Flight will lead a dance party at 3 p.m. while Red Corvettes honor Prince at 10 p.m., with Maxx Cabello Jr. set to close the weekend with a blues show on Sunday at 3 p.m.

In November, Folsom Cordova Unified School District recognized the hard work of educators, staff, parent volunteers, and local organizations that work together to keep schools safe and successful.

Superintendent Erik Swanson said the strong community partnership has helped make the district highly ranked and continues to boost student achievement—benefiting every member of the community.

Travelers leaving the Sacramento area for Thanksgiving next week are advised to plan ahead as road trips are expected to be long and parking at Sacramento International Airport may take up to an hour, with the West Economy lot adding 3,000 extra spaces if needed.

A AAA study found the drive from San Francisco to Santa Rosa could take over two hours, and some travelers left Friday to avoid weekend crowds—advice that remains important with holiday travel rising.

Pat Quan recalled how family Thanksgiving traditions have shifted—children now host dinners instead of sitting at a separate table, while he explained that local real estate trends show increased listings and changing market ratios in El Dorado Hills and Folsom.

His column highlights the evolving nature of both family gatherings and the housing market.