Weekend Planner: Swimming, Free Outdoor Movie, More

We've all undoubtedly heard that the only things we can count on in life are death and taxes.  Change is inevitable, and Patch is not exempted from this force.  On that note, I must inform you that this is the final edition of the Weekend Planner.  It's been a good run and I hope that many of you out there have not only found it of use when figuring out how to spend your free time, but that you also truly enjoyed the suggestions put forth over the last several months.  As always, the calendar is available to list your upcoming local events and accompanying photos and fliers, which you may e-mail me to enter or input directly yourself.  In the words of our now-infamous, scandalous former governator:  "I'll be back!"

1.

Where/When: (Pool) / 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday

Why Go: Don't have your own backyard pool?  No problem: Call some pals and make your way to Rosemont High School's and swim, splash and paddle around to your heart's content for the afternoon.  Pack your tote with plenty of sunblock, a towel, BPA-free water bottle and a magazine, and make some lasting summer memories, old-school style.

Pricing: $2 per person.

2.

Where/When: Strings Pizzeria / 6 p.m. on Friday

Why Go: Calling all John Denver fans!  If you spent your teen years listening to "Rocky Mountain High" and "Country Roads," you'll love hearing Robert Greene sing and play his guitar as he does his own renditions of those famous folk songs and a few of his own creations as well.  Settle in for some good music and stay for dinner, too.

Pricing: Free to attend; food and drink prices vary.

3. Blue Thumb Neighbors' Workshop and Garden Party

Where/When: Sequoia Elementary School / 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday

Why Go: Be a part of this workshop fundraiser to benefit Sequoia Garden, sponsored by a $500 grant from California American Water.  Bring your own tools, gloves and wear clothing and shoes you don't mind getting dirty, as well as sunscreen and chairs.  Complimentary refreshments will be provided at the end of the session.  Please RSVP to Christine Kohn at 916-944-1631 or ckohn@INcommunications.biz. 

Pricing: Free.

4. Scrapbooking:  Travel Page—Adult Program

Where/When: Rancho Cordova Library, Saturday 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Why Go: Wondering how to arrange those fabulous photos you took of the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Ponte Vecchio?  Learn basic scrapbooking ideas to make the most of your travel memories.  Come with museum stubs, movie tickets and foreign restaurant receipts to add to the mix; the branch will take care of incidentals like scissors, glue and more.

Pricing: Free.

5.

Where/When: / 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Saturday.

Why Go: Round up the family and enjoy How to Train Your Dragon, a film about a young viking and dragon who become friends, and how they beat the odds to "save both of their worlds." Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian 18 or older. Light snacks will be available for a nominal fee. 

Pricing: Free to attend; snack prices vary.