FOLSOM MAGAZINE MAGAZINE FOLSOMCHOOSE. VISIT. CONNECT. VO L . 1 N1 O. powerhousepub.com | 614 Sutter Street powerhousepub.com | 614 Sutter Street WELCOME TO FOLSOM No. 1 Best Place to Raise a Family in California – 2016 Wallethub Artwork by @JaneenMJ by Artwork his is just one of the most re- and location. With less than a 30 minute drive to skiing or wine cent accolades recognizing tasting and a little over an hour drive to Lake Tahoe or the Bay Folsom as an all star Califor- Area, Folsom is an ideal location.. T nia community. Located at the Folsom is home to world-traded companies such as Intel, Gek- base of the Sierra foothills along the keikan, Toshiba, Voxpro and Kikkoman Foods plus California lead- border of the Sacramento region, ers such as VSP Sacramento Optical Technology Center, California this community is a vibrant city dis- Independent Systems Operators and Safe Credit Union. tinguished by its rich heritage and This magazine highlights some of the hidden treasures that are outstanding quality of life for its uniquely Folsom. We will share the community’s dynamic nature residents. with a glimpse into new vision in addition to showing off some of Where else in California (or the our old favorites. nation for that matter) can you draw The Greater Folsom Partnership, comprised of the Folsom a 30-mile radius circle on a map and experience cycling, world- Chamber of Commerce, Folsom Tourism Bureau and Folsom class wine tasting, water sports on two lakes, fun events, unlimited Economic Development Corporation, each play a role in the daily shopping and dining and a rich history of gold mining, railroads activities essential to the city’s quality of life and economic vital- and of course, famous Folsom Prison. ity. We salute the businesses featured within this document. Their Corporations, visitors and residents come to Folsom because support helped create this comprehensive and informative guide of such amenities as a college campus, vibrant economy, nearby for the community. K transportation hubs such as an international airport, public transit Joseph P. Gagliardi and highways, natural amenities and of course, location, location CEO, The Greater Folsom Partnership 4 - Folsom Magazine 2017 - folsom.partners Get Energized and Feel Your Best MAGAZINE FOLSOMCHOOSE. VISIT. CONNECT. B-12 Injections available TABLE OF CONTENTS - 2017-2018 Monday to Friday 6-7 - Bridges of Folsom 8:30 am to 5:30 pm 9-11 - Future Folsom 12-13 - Innovators Choose Folsom 15 - Map • Pure Methylcobalamin 17 - Living Healthy Folsom • ViRelief (Immune Boost) 19-21 - Johnny Cash and Folsom 23 - Experience the Wine Scene • Detox Cocktail 25 - Date Night Quiz 26-29 - Folsom Young Professionals • Muscle Recovery 30-31 - Coffee Makes the Day • Adrenal Amp 35 - Family Friendly Fun 37 - City of Parks 38-39 - Pet Friendly Folsom 41 - Burgers! 43 - Kid’s Friendly Revolutions 44 - Construction on a Massive Scale 47 - Water Fun Naturopathic 49 - Urban Shopping Stroll 51 - Folsom Pro Rodeo 54-55 - Beer HERE 230 Blue Ravine Road 58 - The Newest Hot Sport Folsom, California 95630 60 - History is alive 62 - Expand Your world at the Harris Center 64 - Treat Yourself (916) 351-WELL(9355) 66 - 10 Reasons Folsom is Great www.RevolutionsDocs.com Joseph P. Gagliardi - CEO - Greater Folsom Partnership IV Nutritional Therapy Mary Ann McAlea - Senior Vice President available Monday to Friday DIVISIONS Dawn Johnson - Products and Services by appointment only Lisa Lorraine, Megan Murphy, Robert Cline - Marketing and Communications Shannon Cheyne, Annie Hodges, Taryn Grows, • IV Nutrients Nan Bloodworth - Business Development Sharon Williams - Visitor Center • Glutathione CONSULTANTS Barbara Hayes - Economic Development • Ozone Will Kempton - Economic Development Libby Siino - Major Events • High Dose Vitamin C Kristine Keables - Communications Debbie Hurst - CPA • Custom Formulations Stephanie Thomas - Bookkeeper This publication produced in partnership with: Style Media Group, Inc. 120 Blue Ravine Rd. Ste. 5, *Basic lab results and doctor Folsom CA 95630 consult required for IVs 916-988-9888, stylemg.com Chip Allen - Cover photo BRIDGES OF FOLSOM Photo by Menka Belgal With the American River framing its border, Folsom has constructed numerous bridges throughout its history. These iconic bridges have been chronicled in photographs for generations. rom the historic to modern, these forget the picnic and take a turn off the Truss Bridge – Located in historic structures unite both sides of trail at historic Folsom and enjoy lunch Folsom, this bridge was built in 1893 Folsom with graceful archways of at one of the many restaurant choices. and removed in 1918. It was rebuilt in its F style. All are pedestrian and bicycle original location in 2000 and is now a friendly which provides easy access to Folsom’s bridges include: pedestrian crossing linking the paved trails and nature areas located Rainbow Bridge – Built in 1917, the American River Bike Trail with historic on both sides of the American River. It graceful arches of Rainbow Bridge Folsom. (Upper right) is easy to pack a picnic lunch, head out continue to welcome visitors to historic for a quick ride and find that perfect Folsom. (Pictured above) Lake Natoma Crossing – Built in 2000, quiet river beach or to stake out a sandy this “arch” style bridge crosses Lake spot on Folsom Lake at Beal’s Point. Or, Natoma and is the third bridge which 6 - Folsom Magazine 2017 - folsom.partners 7 - Folsom Magazine 2017 - folsom.partners BRIDGES OF FOLSOM Photo by Menka Belgal Photo by Marc Cohen crosses the American River canyon in historic Folsom. (Middle right) Folsom Lake Crossing – Built in 2009, this bridge was deemed a necessity when access to Folsom Dam Road (which literally crossed Folsom Dam) was ended due to safety concerns. This bridge doesn’t actually cross the lake but provides a close up view of Folsom Dam. (Lower right) K Photo by Marc Cohen 7 - Folsom Magazine 2017 - folsom.partners FOLSOM LOCALS BOOK THE WINE VIP PACKAGE FUTURE FOLSOM Historic Folsom Station A PERFECT VISION OF THE FUTURE By Bill Romanelli sk city leaders what excites them about Folsom’s future and The best opportunity for that recreational improvement appears three responses are sure to rise to the top of a very robust list: to be the City’s “corporation yard,” a 16-acre site right along the enhancing Folsom’s riverfront area, the start of development water and trail system. A south of Highway 50 on land Folsom annexed in 2011, and the “The corporation yard is truly a special place—it could become revitalization of the Folsom Historic Station area. the next Golden Gate Park or Central Park,” says Joe Gagliardi, CEO Starting with the waterfront, several study missions to Nashville, of the Folsom Chamber of Commerce. “Properly improved, with Bend, and other “riverfront cities” have cemented a common desire input from the community, it could be an asset not just for the city, to responsibly transform an untapped resource into a city treasure. but for the entire region.” “There is more intense interest in Folsom’s historic area and “But we need better access to our waterfront and the potential river frontage than ever before, and the city is really stepping up to of utilizing the corporation yard is exciting,” said Claudia Cummings, ensure we embrace our waterfront rather than turn our backs on it,” Folsom resident and longtime supporter of improving public access says Bob Holderness, chairman of the Folsom Economic Develop- to the river from historic Folsom. ment Corporation. “The business community recognizes what a As a resource the corporation yard has been unavailable for special opportunity this is, and wants to work with the city and the anything other than equipment staging and storage. With the an- citizens of Folsom to explore options.” nexation of the land south of 50, the plan is to potentially relocate An idea phase has already begun, as have efforts to form a River the corporation yard to a site there, now that envisioning efforts are District that would provide a mechanism for funding studies and a officially under way. public participation process. Ultimately, stakeholders want to see Collectively known as Folsom Ranch and Russell Ranch, the an- improvements that incorporate the cultural history of the area, from nexed land covers six square miles and represents Folsom’s largest the Native Americans through the Gold Rush, while also balancing expansion since the 1980’s. Work crews are already laying utility pipe the preservation of the natural environment with the desire for more and new road alignments and other infrastructure needs for the first recreational space and river access. phase of housing, expected to be complete by the end of 2018. At 9 - Folsom Magazine 2017 - folsom.partners FUTURE FOLSOM “Together, we’re re-invigorating the jewel of our community,” says Jerry Bernau, president of the Bernau Development Corporation. “It’s the result of a lot of consensus building with the City.” full build out, the area will be the site of 10,000 new homes, along Miller says. “We’ve always focused on creating a quality environ- with supporting retail, dining, recreation and entertainment venues, ment that provides a break from the complicated world around and an estimated 8,000 new jobs. us, where people can feel secure, healthy and safe, and I see that Some of the first homes will be developed by The New Home continuing here.” Company in Russell Ranch, featuring a mix of single-family and Of course, Folsom’s future will always be tied directly to its his- court homes surrounded by a network of trails and open space. tory. It is the site of the first railroad west of the Mississippi and one of Ultimately, the master-planned community will feature a 10+ acre the first alternating current hydroelectric power stations in the coun- neighborhood park and a clubhouse overlooking the valley with a try.