Rotary Club of Folsom - May 21, 2026
Another Great Mystery Trip!
Instead of our regular Thursday evening meeting on May 21, 2026 members of the Rotary Club of Folsom enjoyed one of our club’s favorite annual traditions — Mystery Trip!
This year’s Mystery Trip was planned and organized by Ken and Barb Stuart — “Ken and Barbie” — who kept everyone guessing from beginning to end.
The evening began at Olga Garton’s office, where members gathered for a lively happy hour filled with libations and fun before boarding the bus to destinations unknown.
The evening’s adventure first brought members to the “back” of Dry Diggings Distillery, where we stepped into what felt like a hidden western speakeasy — a cozy room full of rustic charm, handcrafted cocktails, and just enough mystery to convince many that we had reached our final destination.
But in true Mystery Trip fashion… we had been fooled!
Just when everyone settled in, we were ushered back onto the bus for what turned out to be one of the shortest mystery rides in club history — approximately one corner away to the Dry Diggings restaurant and bar side, where the evening continued with a delicious dinner and dessert prepared by the talented chefs at Dry Diggings Distillery.
As always, the night was filled with laughter, fellowship, and memories that will no doubt be talked about for years to come. And no Mystery Trip would be complete without a little mischief! The evening’s running prank began back at Olga’s office when President Scott’s phone mysteriously disappeared, only to reappear throughout the night — mysteriously accumulating photos, selfies, and surprises along the way. We may never know exactly who was responsible…
To see all the fun, laughter, and mystery from the evening, click >> Mystery Trip 2026 in our Photo Album
Building Castle Park
In March, April, and May, members of the Rotary Club of Folsom contributed over 300 volunteer hours helping build the new Castle Park playground.
The new playground includes two separate play areas: a “Tots Lot” for children ages 2–5 and a play area for children ages 5–12. Our club focused primarily on building the Tots Lot. The new playground replaces the original structure built by community volunteers in 1996 — including many Rotarians.
To see Rotary Club of Folsom members in action building the playground, click >> Castle Park Project in our Photo Album.
EREY – Every Rotarian Every Year: We Need YOU!
Every Rotarian Every Year (EREY) is more than just a goal — it’s a way for our club to do even more good in the world.
We are striving to be an EREY Club, and we need every Rotarian to make a tax-deductible donation of at least $25 (or more!) to the Rotary International Foundation.
Why does this matter? As an EREY Club, the Rotary Club of Folsom becomes eligible for additional matching grant funds from Rotary International, helping us stretch our dollars even further and maximize our ability to support meaningful service projects locally and around the world.
In short: more giving means more doing good!
To make your donation, please go to: https://my.rotary.org/en/donate
Don’t know your login information? No problem! Once you click the link, scroll to the bottom of the page. It will automatically populate and highlight “Annual Fund Share.” Select your donation amount, then click “Continue as Guest.” Complete the information on the next page, and under “Club Information for Club Credit,” select “Rotary Club” and enter our Club ID #: 526. Click “Submit” — and you’re done!
Don’t delay! Donations must be completed by June 30, 2026, or we will not qualify for EREY this year. Every single Rotarian counts, and everyone is counting on YOU to help us reach this important goal.
LET’S DO THIS, ROTARIANS!
If you have questions, please contact Len Hundshamer or John Baciocco.
Rotary Clubs of Folsom Blood Drive
The Rotary Clubs of Folsom are proud to host an upcoming blood drive, and we would love your support! Every blood donation has the potential to save multiple lives, and the need remains constant. Donating blood is a simple yet meaningful way to help patients facing surgeries, cancer treatments, accidents, and other medical emergencies.
Blood Drive Details
Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Location: Palladio at Broadstone near Bank of America
To schedule an appointment, please visit donors.vitalant.org and enter blood drive code: 100559797.
Rotary Events to Support This Weekend
Looking for something fun to do this weekend while supporting fellow Rotarians? Here are two great Rotary events happening on Saturday, June 6!
Rotary Passport One – 2nd Annual Crawfish Boil & Summer Mardi Gras Celebration
Join Rotary Passport One for an evening of great food, fun, and festive Mardi Gras vibes at their 2nd Annual Crawfish Boil & Summer Mardi Gras Celebration!
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Camp Pollock
1501 Northgate Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95815
Tickets: $80 per person
Enjoy an evening of delicious crawfish, summer celebration, and Rotary fellowship!
South Placer Rotary Club – Rocklin Brewfest
The 17th Annual Rocklin Brewfest returns on Saturday, June 6, 2026, featuring over 45 craft breweries and 25 home brewers, offering a wide variety of tastings for beer enthusiasts.
Attendees can also enjoy local food trucks, live music, and a home brew competition.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Johnson-Springview Park
Tickets: $55 in advance or $65 at the door
VIP Experience: $100 and includes access to an air-conditioned lounge, indoor bathrooms, seating, light food, and water.
Please note: This is a 21+ only event.
For tickets and information: RocklinBrewfest.com
Next Week (June 4, 2026) Speakers:
Art Pimentel - President, Folsom Lake College
Kristy Hart - Communications and Public Information Officer, Folsom Lake College
