Events in Placer County today

Placer’s Gold Toastmasters Club offers a hybrid meeting with options to participate in person or online. Guests may attend without any obligation to enroll and can return for another session if they choose. The in-person gathering takes place in the Poppy Room at the Health and Human Services Center, and the online format requires advance registration. Activities focus on building confidence in public speaking and strengthening presentation and leadership skills through the Toastmasters program.

Beginners take center stage with two lessons for newcomers, then enjoy as much open dancing as possible. All activities are set at a beginner level.

The Roseville Kiwanis Club holds a weekly meeting focused on community service. Attendees plan events, support local programs, and connect with others who care about helping children and families in the area. Visitors are welcome to attend and learn what the club is about.

At Opera House Saloon in Roseville, a line dance night offers lessons for all levels followed by open dancing. At the end of the month, there is a themed night with a dance party.

Bellarosa Strings brings a stylish reinterpretation of 1970s favorites to the Orchard Creek Lodge Ballroom, performed by a five-piece lineup of guitar, violins, viola, and cello. Founded in 1997 by Ivy Zenobi, this Santa Rosa ensemble is known for instrumental pop and rock covers shaped by classical training, creating a blend of nostalgia and refined artistry. Their credits span Northern California stages, including Sonoma and Carmel, along with spots on The Bachelor and performances with Smokey Robinson. Expect familiar tunes from an iconic era, refreshed with lush string arrangements and contemporary flair in a welcoming live setting in Lincoln, California.

An outdoor group obedience class in Roseville welcomes dogs and handlers of every experience level. Training focuses on force free, reward based methods that strengthen the bond between people and their dogs, with each session tailored to the teams attending. Instruction covers everyday manners and focus work including sit, down, stay, stand, coming when called, and attention to the handler. Participants practice polite greetings and calm behavior while being petted, loose leash walking, exercises that build focus, and impulse control around distractions. Teams working toward the Canine Good Citizen can build essential foundation skills. Puppies younger than one year may test for the AKC STAR Puppy title after completing six classes. Classes are held outdoors, so plan for the weather and an active learning environment. The program cost is $350 for a six class package, and the instructor is Aaron Wood with Aaron’s Pawsitive Coaching. For safety, keep dogs leashed at all times and allow plenty of space between teams. One adult should handle each dog. Dogs in heat are not permitted, and harsh corrections, electronic collars, prong collars, and retractable leashes are not allowed. Please bring proof of current vaccinations with identification, high value treats, a standard 6 foot leash, a 15 to 20 foot long line for distance work, water for both you and your dog, waste bags, and an optional chair, along with a positive, ready to learn attitude. Participation includes a general liability release for Aaron’s Pawsitive Coaching, event organizers, and the cities of Rocklin and Roseville, as well as consent to be photographed or filmed for promotional use at no cost.

Homeschool families can gather at Blocks Box for free, open-ended LEGO play. All bricks are supplied, so kids can build, create, and connect with other local homeschoolers. No purchase is required. If someone wants to take a creation home, bulk pieces are available at 50 percent off.

This membership show welcomes the fall season with artwork by local artists from Placer County. The gallery presents new pieces as part of the showcase, and an artist reception is planned. Information about future shows can be found on the group’s new website, which includes an events calendar.

The Auburn Friends of the Library Noon Speaker Series features longtime journalist Bill Poindexter at the Auburn Library for a program of Auburn stories. Drawing on more than four decades in journalism and newspaper management, he shares favorite accounts about the city’s people and places and reflects on what makes Auburn distinctive. Poindexter has led several local newspapers, including the Auburn Journal, Loomis News, Placer Herald, Lincoln Messenger, Press Tribune Roseville, and Folsom Telegraph, and most recently spent six and a half years as editor of the Auburn Journal and Gold Mountain California News Media. He is moving into a new role as Auburn’s city beat reporter while continuing to teach journalism at Sacramento State and with the California Department of Corrections. The talk will be held in the Beecher Room.

Silver Lining Circle is a monthly activity group for widows that encourages staying active, connected, and engaged. Everyone meets at the Woman’s Club of Lincoln clubhouse before heading to a planned group activity, with carpools available when needed. Membership in the Woman’s Club is not required to participate. Activity details are shared on Facebook, or contact Mandie Van Buren at 931-220-1936 for more information.

Enjoy a relaxed paint and sip session where you pick a project that suits you and personalize it with your own colors. All materials are supplied, with helpful instruction available from start to finish, so first timers are welcome. Attend on your own, with friends, or as a date for a creative night out. You can bring your preferred drinks and snacks, take it easy while you paint and share some laughs, and leave with a completed piece you will be proud to display.

At Rocklin Quarry Park, Evenings in the Park brings live music, artisan vendors, and the inviting aromas of food trucks to a lively outdoor setting. Activities include an interactive community art project, a bubble station, a colorful chalk walk, lawn games, and bounce houses for children. As night falls, a free outdoor screening of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie offers a shared cinematic moment beneath the open sky.

Fallrise takes the stage at Goldfield Roseville alongside special guests Sindria, Waves Of Distortion, Wake The Beast, and Dark Signal for a live performance.

The 5th Annual Heroes & Hounds Hoorah, presented by RRUFF Healing Heroes, offers an evening of great food, live music, and both silent and live auctions while supporting veterans and first responders through the transformative work of service dogs. Enjoy a catered Randy Peters plated dinner and meet the people and dogs whose lives have been changed by the RRUFF Healing Heroes Program. Proceeds help fund service dog training for veterans and first responders living with PTSD and other invisible disabilities throughout the Greater Sacramento Region and Northern California, helping restore confidence, independence, and hope. Individual tickets are $80, and a table for eight is $600. Sponsorships and auction item donations are welcome, and the event has sold out every year.

This Friday Night Magic event features a Commander tournament for Magic: The Gathering. The entry fee is $10 and players of all ages are welcome. Participants receive guaranteed points along with prize support. For questions, contact the Roseville store at 916-783-8005.

Roseville Theatre Arts Academy presents a mainstage production of the musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach, designed for audiences of all ages. With music by the Tony Award nominated duo Pasek and Paul and a book by Timothy Allen McDonald, the show blends adventure with themes of teamwork and belonging. After being sent by his conniving aunts to chop down an old fruit tree, James discovers a mysterious potion that leads to a colossal peach... and a journey of epic scale. Inside the giant fruit he meets human sized insect companions with big personalities. When the peach breaks free and drifts out to sea, the travelers face hunger, sharks, and disagreements. Guided by James’s quick thinking, they learn to work together like a family, and their voyage culminates in an unexpected finale atop the Empire State Building. Directed by Colton Archey, with choreography by Jerald Bolden and music direction by Jennifer Vaughn, this family friendly musical offers multiple performances, including one with ASL interpretation.

Celebrating its 24th year, Tour de Lincoln is a community focused cycling event that benefits the community via the Rotary Club of Lincoln. Riders travel the scenic back roads of Lincoln and South Placer County with route choices for every ability, including a 10K, metric quarter century, metric half century, and metric century. The day includes a continental breakfast, well stocked rest stops, SAG and mechanical assistance along the routes, and a post ride barbecue lunch with beer and wine. Family friendly activities at McBean Park create a welcoming experience for seasoned cyclists and newcomers alike.

Browse a friendly community farmers market with farm fresh produce, hot and ready-to-eat foods, artisan crafts, live music, and weekly activities for kids. Explore the new community corner that spotlights local businesses, chef demonstrations, and more. It happens every Saturday, rain or shine. The market is located next to Rocklin Quarry Adventure Park.

Presented by The Grale of Scotland, this inaugural 18-hole match at Woodcreek G.C. in Roseville features a field of 36 golfers competing for a one-of-a-kind trophy. Pairings are set by a blind draw of numbers 1 through 36, creating twosomes of 1 with 2, 3 with 4, and so on. Victory goes to the duo with the lowest combined score. The fee is $125 per player and includes range balls, a boxed lunch, a T-shirt, and a raffle prize. Registration takes place before play, with complimentary range balls available for warm-up. Updates with photos of swag bag items and raffle prizes will be posted.

Miles for Hope in Roseville brings the community together at Maidu Regional Park to raise funds for Hope Mommies. Participants can choose a 10k, a 5k, or a children’s fun run, all supporting a 501(c)(3) organization that serves families after pregnancy or infant loss. In addition to the races, attendees can enjoy food trucks from the area, vendor tables, a raffle, an inflatable bounce house, and other activities. Sponsorship opportunities are available, including a Title Sponsor. Those who are not local can still take part through nationwide participation options.

Friends of the Library has designated donation-only days to make drop-offs simple. There is a particular need for puzzles. Donations will be accepted at The Annex, just uphill from the library.

Local dogs and their humans take the spotlight at Fountains at Roseville for a Howl-O-Ween costume show and pawrade. Expect playful capes, crowns, and creative outfits as participants strut for judges, with prizes for the top three costumes. After the show, the festivities continue with a pawrade through the center. Entry for the onstage competition is full, but spectators may watch without registration and are welcome to dress up. For everyone’s safety, all dogs in attendance must stay on leash, be non-reactive, and be comfortable around other dogs and people. The event goes on rain or shine, with an indoor backup plan if outdoor conditions are not suitable.

Hosted by AllStars916, the Lowlympics Trunk or Treat brings together automotive enthusiasts of all kinds. Every type of vehicle and build is invited to take part, whether arriving solo or with a car club. More than 100 medallions will be presented across a range of categories. The atmosphere is family friendly, welcoming children and adults of all ages.

Auburn welcomes a lobster roll food truck offering both mobile and walk-up ordering. Contactless orders can be placed in the mobile app, with payment options that include major credit cards as well as Apple Pay and Google Pay. App orders are accepted only for same-day posted events and typically open a few hours before each truck event, once the previous event has finished. Order ahead to skip the line and pick up at the designated window at your selected time. If mobile ordering is limited or unavailable, orders are always taken directly at the truck window. The app also features a loyalty program that awards points toward free food, earned automatically on app orders or by scanning the app loyalty card during checkout at the window.

Explore a preview of the Placer Artists Tour at Blue Line Gallery in Roseville, where a single work from every participating artist, school, and gallery is displayed together. This annual showcase kicks off the Tour and provides an easy way to pick up a guidebook and plan which artists to visit. Admission is free during regular gallery hours. A gala reception will include appetizers, beverages, and live music from members of the Auburn Symphony, and many artists will be available to discuss their work. The event connects visitors with the local art community and helps them prepare for the Tour.

This festive bunco event features costumes, camaraderie, and plenty of dice rolling. Now in its seventh year, Spooktacular Bunco welcomes families, friends, veterans, and service members at the Roseville Veteran Hall for lunch followed by spirited games, prizes, and opportunities to connect. Each ticket helps fund care packages for deployed service members, supports local veterans, and advances efforts that honor Gold Star Families and their children. Tickets are $30 and include lunch, with laughs and lighthearted thrills in store.

Market Plaza Live hosts a live performance by Livin' the Dream in Roseville, California.

At Roseville Host Lions Club, trained performers bring the classic Gingerbread Boy to life with a lively mix of improvisation and commedia, transforming a simple read-aloud into interactive theater. The audience can play along from their seats, and volunteers may be invited onstage to help tell the story. Designed for families with participants ages 4 through adult and especially suitable for elementary students, the performance runs about 45 to 60 minutes, shaped by the energy in the room. Expect an active, fun, and educational experience from start to finish.

The Wallflowers bring the Bringing Down the Horse 30th Anniversary Tour to Quarry Park Amphitheatre, presenting the 1996 album start to finish alongside a second set that spans their catalog. The record is certified six times Platinum and features the Grammy-winning single "One Headlight", which leads Billboard’s Greatest of All Time Adult Alternative Songs chart, along with "6th Avenue Heartache", "The Difference", "Three Marlenas", and "Josephine". It earned multiple Grammy nominations and showcases Jakob Dylan’s songwriting and vocals. The performance also draws from later releases, including songs from Exit Wounds, produced by Butch Walker, and deeper cuts from albums like Glad All Over. Beyond the band, Dylan’s work includes solo albums, executive producing the Echo in the Canyon documentary, and collaborations with artists such as Neil Young, Tom Petty, Beck, and Fiona Apple. Set in an open-air amphitheatre with tiered grass seating, this concert centers on Bringing Down the Horse performed in full, complemented by favorites from across three decades of music.

Old Town Auburn’s ghost tour returns with an expanded experience at the Auburn Courthouse. Over the course of two hours, this walking event visits 10 immersive stops that blend theatrical storytelling with local history supported by the Placer County Archives and Docent Guild. Expect tales of Alma Bell, the Fire Queen, and Adolf Weber, plus new apparitions added this year, as the gold rush past and its lingering legends are brought to life along the town’s streets. Tickets are $40, and capacity is limited to 250 per night. All proceeds benefit local nonprofits.

Explore a community farmers market at Maidu Regional Park featuring seasonal produce, farm eggs, local honey, fresh herbs, and more. Browse artisan foods like baked goods, jams, and specialty treats, enjoy food trucks with ready-to-eat options, and pick up fresh flowers, plants, and nursery items. Live music creates a relaxed neighborhood feel, parking is free, and the atmosphere is family friendly, whether you are stocking up on groceries, grabbing a casual bite, or taking a leisurely walk through the park.

Celebrate the season with a welcoming day of shopping and festive fun featuring handcrafted goods from local artisans and makers. Browse one of a kind gifts, home decor, jewelry, candles, soaps, and more while enjoying fall flavors like baked treats, hot cider, and Apple Orchard Pizza. Settle in with acoustic music and a glass of wine as you spend unhurried time with family and friends. Whether checking off gift lists or refreshing your home for autumn, this gathering offers a warm way to shop, savor, and celebrate together. Admission is $5.

Pumpkin Pageant offers a lighthearted, easygoing pageant experience at Roseville Veterans Memorial Hall. Application information and additional details are available on the event website.

This women's walking group follows a mostly paved section of the Miners Ravine Trail. The route can be taken as a loop or as an out and back, with options that suit different fitness levels.

A Friday Night Booster Draft focused on Magic: The Gathering, featuring a rotating mix of sets that can include the newest releases along with chaos and mystery drafts. Tickets are available online by searching Friday Night Draft. Pricing and the specific sets in the draft may vary, with updates posted on the website or available by phone at (916)242-8424.

A new writing group welcomes anyone with stories to tell. Participants can look forward to monthly prompts, quiet time to write, and opportunities to share. The focus is on capturing life stories and family history or preparing material for book writing services such as StoryWorth or Memowrite. Bring your memories along with a pen and a notebook. For participation details, contact Linda Vose at (925)216-811.