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  • 2017 Community Camp Out to again fill Rusch Park with tents

    Community Camp Out
    Tents dot the grassy fields of Rusch Park during the 2014 Community Camp Out event. // CH Sentinel

    Called “one of the best family events” in the city each year by organizers, Citrus Heights’ annual Community Camp Out is scheduled to once again take over Rusch Park with an activity-filled overnight event this July 22 and 23.

    According to organizer Forrest Allen, with the Residents’ Empowerment Association of Citrus Heights, campers can again expect swimming, crafts, games, face-painting, balloons and entertainment — along with a dinner barbecue and Sunday morning breakfast. He said an annual favorite, water balloon tossing, is also on schedule this year.

    Citrus Heights police will also be at the event, and city council members have traditionally shown up to serve one of the meals provided to attendees. Telescopes on site will allow for star viewing opportunities at night.

    Registration is $8 for adults and $6 for kids from age 2 to 17. Those wishing to register can do so by calling (916) 725-1581 or by visiting www.sunriseparks.com. Walk-up registration will also be accepted from 2-5 p.m. on July 22.

    Learn more about REACH: Neighborhood groups REACH out to connect Citrus Heights residents

    The annual camp out began in 2001 and typically draws about 200 campers each year. It is sponsored by the Sunrise Recreation and Park District, in collaboration with REACH and the City of Citrus Heights.

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    2017 Community Campout
    Rusch Park
    7801 Auburn Blvd.
    Citrus Heights

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  • 2016 ‘Community Camp Out’ to fill Rusch Park with tents

    2016 ‘Community Camp Out’ to fill Rusch Park with tents

    Citrus Heights Community Camp out. photo by Luke Otterstad
    Tents at Rusch Park during the 2014 Citrus Heights Community Camp Out.

    Updated July 9, 10:56 p.m.–
    Called “one of the best family events” in the city each year by organizers, Citrus Heights’ annual Community Camp Out is scheduled to once again take over Rusch Park with an activity-filled overnight event this July 23 and 24.

    According to organizer Jon Paul Burke, campers can expect swimming, crafts, games, face-painting, balloons and entertainment — along with a dinner barbecue and Sunday morning breakfast. Burke said the Saturday-night barbecue will be personally served up by city council members, followed by a bonfire with s’mores and star-gazing opportunities hosted by the Sacramento Valley Astronomical Society

    “People enjoy this annual event because all they need to bring is a tent and sleeping bags,” Burke told The Sentinel via email Friday. “All the fun of camping, without packing up the extra gear and traveling miles from home.”

    Registration is $8 for adults and $6 for kids aged 2 to 17. Those wishing to register can do so by calling (916) 725-1581 or by visiting www.sunriseparks.com.

    The annual camp out began in 2001 and typically draws about 200 campers. The event is sponsored by the Sunrise Recreation and Park District, in collaboration with the Residents’ Empowerment Association of Citrus Heights and the City of Citrus Heights.

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    Event flier: campout.pdf

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  • Citrus Heights This Month: what’s happening in July

    Citrus Heights This Month: what’s happening in July

    Local events and activities around Citrus Heights this month include free movie showings, a car show, kids camp, and more. Here’s what’s happening in July:

    Open House, July 5 — Those interested in learning more about proposed changes to the City’s zoning code regarding food trucks are invited to attend an “open house” at city hall. Proposed changes would make the zoning code more friendly for food truck events and other temporary uses for mobile food vendors. The open house will be held from 4 to 5 p.m. on July 5 at the temporary city hall, located at 7927 Auburn Blvd. (Link)

    Free Zootopia showing, July 5 — A free showing of the PG-rated animated film “Zootopia” will be held at Sylvan Oaks Library from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. The showing is part of the library’s monthly “Movie Madness” series, shown on the first Tuesday of each month. (Link)

    Free outdoor movie showing, July 9 — The Citrus Town Center will host a free outdoor showing of the PG-rated film, “Open Season: Scared Silly.” The event is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. and will also feature popcorn, games and a raffle. The Center is located at 7925 Greenback Ln. (Link)

    Car show, July 10 — A muscle car show will be held at Stones Casino from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. The event is free to the public and $20 for those wishing to register a car in the show. (Link)

    Food Truck Mania, July 13 — On the second Wednesday of each month, from April through September, a wide variety of food trucks will set up for “Food Truck Mania” at Rusch Park from 5 to 8 p.m. The event is also scheduled to feature music and vendors.

    [Related: Monthly Food Truck Mania event hits Rusch Park thru Sept]

    Kids Camp, July 15 — A free “Summer Safari” kids camp will be held at the Citrus Town Center from 10:00 a.m to noon.  The interactive crafting event promises crafting, face painting, games, and more. The Center is located at 7925 Greenback Lane. (Link)

    City council nomination period, July 18 — Citrus Heights residents wishing to run for one of two city council seats up for election this year can submit nomination papers beginning July 18 and continuing through Aug. 12. Both Councilwoman Sue Frost and Vice Mayor Jeff Slowey have their positions up for election. Frost announced she is not seeking re-election due to her current campaign for Sacramento County Board of Supervisors. (Link)

    Community meeting, July 22 — County Sup. Roberta MacGlashan is scheduled to hold a “community cabinet” meeting at the Denny’s restaurant on Sunrise Boulevard near Greenback Lane. The retiring supervisor’s monthly meetings are held at 7:30 a.m. on the fourth Friday of most months and typically feature a guest speaker and a county government update from MacGlashan.

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    Community Campout, July 23-24 — The 15th annual Citrus Heights Community Camp Out will again be held at Rusch Park. The overnight event is scheduled to begin at 2:30 p.m. Saturday and will continue to the following day, with free swimming, a BBQ dinner, “campinental breakfast,” and campfire entertainment. (Link)

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  • Event: Citrus Heights Community Camp Out to fill Rusch Park July 11-12

    Event: Citrus Heights Community Camp Out to fill Rusch Park July 11-12

    Citrus Heights Community Camp out. photo by Luke Otterstad
    Tents at Rusch Park during the 2014 Citrus Heights Community Camp Out.

    Updated July 4, 11:32 p.m.–
    Called Citrus Heights’ “legitimate tent city,” the annual Community Camp Out plans to again take over Rusch Park with an activity-filled overnight event this July.

    “It is one of the best family events that the City sponsors,” said Residents’ Empowerment Association of Citrus Heights President Tonya Wagner, whose organization helps put the event on each year.

    If at all like the prior year, campers can again expect swimming, crafts, games, face-painting, balloons and entertainment — along with a dinner barbecue served by city council members. Last year’s event also featured a bonfire with s’mores, and star-gazing opportunities by the Sacramento Valley Astronomical Society members.

    Breakfast will also be provided to campers on Sunday morning for a fee of $8 for adults and $6 for kids aged 2 to 17, according to an event flier.

    [Related: Events: contests, concerts & camping coming to Rusch Park]

    The annual Camp Out began in 2001, with organizers saying last year’s event drew over 200 people to Rusch Park.

    The 2015 event is scheduled for July 11 and 12, and is sponsored by the Sunrise Recreation and Park District, in collaboration with REACH and the City of Citrus Heights.

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    Online registration: https://apm.activecommunities.com/sunrise/Activity_Search/community-camp-out/41004

  • Campers Choose Citrus Heights ‘Tent City’ Over State Fair

    Campers gather around a fire and listen to live music at Rusch Park, Saturday night.
    Campers gather around a fire and listen to live music at Rusch Park, Saturday night.

    Dozens of tents dotted the grass at Rusch Park this weekend, as the Citrus Heights Community Camp Out kicked off with live music, star-gazing, hot dogs and more, at the annual overnight event.

    Drawing about 200 sign-ups from residents, camp organizers said they were happy with the turn-out, given competition from opening weekend at the nearby California State Fair.

    The annual event is sponsored by the Sunrise Recreation and Park District, in collaboration with the City of Citrus Heights and the volunteer-led Residents’ Empowerment Association of Citrus Heights.