What is happening in Elk Grove this week, September 7, 2026
 Eat your way around the World Take a culinary journey around the world through an incredible lineup of food trucks and vendors at Global Feast Fest this Saturday, September 12 from 3-8 p.m. at District56. This Diversity Month celebration hosted by the City and presented by Wilton Rancheria will welcome more than 20 food trucks offering savory cultural street foods and irresistible sweet treats. Performances by Cover Me Badd, Native Elements, and Maya Latin Roots will keep the crowd moving and the Kid Zone will offer games, activities, and crafts for the little ones. The cultural marketplace will showcase handcrafted goods, unique items, and artisan products from around the globe and the Pig Latin Lounge will serve a curated selection of craft beers and specialty drinks. Global Feast Festival is more than just an event—it’s a celebration of global heritage, live music, and community connection that’s part of the City’s Diversity Month celebration presented by Kaiser Permanente. Come hungry, come curious, and come ready to experience the world in one place. |
 Addressing Concerns About Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR) Communities across the country are taking a closer look at Automated License Plate Readers, or ALPR. Elk Grove residents recently expressed their concerns with the technology which has been used by the Elk Grove Police Department since 2021. A community audit was recently shared with the City, the media, and online. The Police Department has released information on their social media account in advance of a City Council discussion on this item scheduled on September 9. View the meeting agenda. |
 City Buildings Being Reimagined The City is considering new and exciting uses for the former library and Teen Center buildings on Historic Main Street. Residents are invited to help shape what those buildings will be used for by attending the last of three community workshops being held this month on Wednesday, September 16 at 6 p.m. at District56 or participate in the online survey. Feedback gathered throughout the process will help inform recommendations presented to the City Council later this year. View more information and provide your feedback online at elkgrove.gov/8900. |
 What’s Next for Elk Grove’s Arts & Culture Scene? Creative Spark, Elk Grove’s Strategic Plan for Arts and Culture, is being developed to guide the next decade of arts, culture and the creative economy. Want to help shape the vision? Fill out an interest form to join us at a community pop-up to share your ideas in person and/or take our online survey and share your thoughts. Your ideas could spark the next big idea for Elk Grove’s arts and culture scene. |
 A New Chapter Begins for the Elk Grove Library For more than a century, the Elk Grove Library has been a cornerstone of the community, evolving alongside the city it serves. Now, a new chapter begins. The City of Elk Grove and the Sacramento Public Library (SPL) have transformed the former Rite Aid building at 9260 Elk Grove Boulevard into a modern, one-story library designed to better meet the needs of today’s residents. The new 31,000-square-foot library replaces the previous branch, offering easier access, expanded amenities, and more space for learning, creativity, and community connections. The $15.3 million project was funded through a $7 million state grant along with local funding sources and features: A welcoming children’s area with an outdoor patio An expanded teen space A makerspace and Library of Things collection Three study rooms A larger community room More parking, new restrooms, and a convenient book locker Join SPL, Elk Grove officials, and your neighbors as we celebrate this exciting milestone during the official grand opening of the new Elk Grove Library on Saturday, October 10. A ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled at 10:30 a.m. and activities inside will run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
 Drop By for Coffee & Culture Experience the rich coffee heritage of Yemen and grab a free cup. The Diversity & Inclusion Commission and Sana’a Cafe will host Coffee & Culture, a free event on Saturday, September 19 from 10 a.m. to Noon at their cafe at 9135 West Stockton Blvd. Try a few cultural treats, enjoy live entertainment, and if you’re among the first 100 visitors, get a special Diversity Month coffee mug. Learn more about the events and activities presented by Kaiser Permanente during Diversity Month in Elk Grove. |
City Calendar
09/07 City Hall Closed for Labor Day Holiday
Diversity Dining Week is September 4-13
09/08 Youth Commission Meeting (6 p.m.)
09/09 City Council Meeting (6 p.m.)
09/12 Elk Grove Animal Shelter Drive Through Vaccine Clinic (8 a.m.)
09/12 Global Feast Fest (3 p.m.)
09/12 Thriftathon Urban Reclaim Market (5 p.m.)
09/14 Historic Preservation Committee Meeting (6 p.m.)
09/15 Diversity & Inclusion Commission Meeting (6 p.m.)
09/16 City Workshop: Reimagining 8900 Elk Grove Blvd. (6 p.m.)
09/16 Disability Advisory Committee Meeting (6 p.m.)
09/17 Planning Commission Meeting (6 p.m.)
09/18 Uncorked and Uncapped (6 p.m.)
09/19 POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony (11 a.m.)
