We’re totally borrowing a page from the brilliant format that Sonya Sorich perfected over at the Sacramento Business Journal, but it’s the fastest way to get you the essential local happenings!
Here are five things you need to know about right now in the Rio Linda/Elverta community, covering local events, deadlines, and ways to get involved:
Tonight! Live Music at The Grotto with Shane Q from The Voice
Looking for a great way to spend your Wednesday evening? Don’t miss live music tonight at The Grotto, featuring local talent and former contestant from NBC’s The Voice, Shane Q!
Come out for a night of fantastic music and support a great local venue.
Event Details
- Who: Shane Q (from The Voice)
- What: Live Music
- When: TONIGHT, Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
- Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
- Where: The Grotto (960 Oak Ln, Rio Linda, CA 95673)
Grab your dinner, enjoy a drink, and listen to some amazing local music! See you there!
The Rio Linda FFA Chapter is firing up the grill for their annual Drive-Thru Tri Tip Dinner fundraiser! This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a delicious, family-style meal and support over 300 local students.
When: Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Early pick-up starting at 4:30 PM for orders of 4+ meals) Location: Rio Linda High School Back Parking Lot
What’s for Dinner?
For only $65 per Meal (Family Style), your dinner includes:
- Whole Seasoned Tri Tip
- Baked Beans
- Potato Salad
- Sweet Treat
Get Your Tickets!
Tickets must be purchased in person from an FFA member, Ag teacher, or FFA Alumni member until October 24th.
Payment: Checks should be made out to Rio Linda High School.
For more information, please contact Rio Linda FFA on Instagram at @riolinda.ffa or email emily.rhea@trusd.net.
Your Support Matters: All proceeds from this fundraiser go directly to help fund the Rio Linda FFA Chapter’s activities throughout the school year. The funds help students earn their own FFA Jackets, and allow them to attend leadership conferences and FFA activities at the Region and State level.
Get Spooky! Trunk or Treat and Haunted House in Rio Linda This Friday
Looking for some free, family-friendly fun this Halloween season? The Rio Linda Elverta Recreation and Park District is hosting a Trunk or Treat event this Friday, October 24th!
Bring the whole family for a night of spooky excitement and sweet treats!
Event Details
- What: Trunk or Treat and Haunted House
- When: Friday, October 24th
- Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
- Cost: FREE! No registration required.
Location & Activities
The evening is split between two exciting locations:
- Trunk or Treat: Held at the Community Center (810 Oak Lane, Rio Linda). Bring your little ghosts and goblins to collect treats from decorated cars.
- Haunted House: The chills and thrills await at the Depot! Enter if you dare!
This is a great opportunity to get into the Halloween spirit right here in our community. We hope to see you there!
Halloween Night Fun! LifePointe Church Hosts Harvest Festival Trunk or Treat
Looking for a safe and fun place for the kids to trick-or-treat this Halloween? LifePointe Church is hosting its annual Harvest Festival and Trunk or Treat on Thursday, October 31st!
This family-friendly event is a great way to celebrate the holiday, and entry is FREE!
Event Details
- What: Harvest Festival: Trunk or Treat
- When: Thursday, October 31st
- Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Where: 7200 Rio Linda Blvd. (LifePointe Church)
- Cost: FREE TO ENTER!
Trunk Contest – Registration Now Open!
Community members are invited to decorate their trunks and hand out candy. The best decorated trunk will win a “SPOOKTACULAR PRIZE!”
If you’d like to participate and decorate a trunk, you need to register for a spot. Use the link provided by the church to sign up!
Don’t miss this fun-filled, safe alternative for your family this Halloween night!
American Legion #521 to Host U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony
The American Legion Post #521 in Rio Linda invites the community to attend a solemn and respectful U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony next month.
Veterans and patriotic citizens will gather to retire faded and tattered American flags with honor, ensuring they are disposed of properly and respectfully, as prescribed by the U.S. Flag Code.
Bring an old flag and join this important ceremony!
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
- Time: 5:30 PM
- Location: American Legion Post #521, 6700 8th Street, Rio Linda, California
Preceding Fish Fry Fundraiser!
The ceremony will be preceded by the Legion’s delicious, well-known Fish Fry fundraiser!
- Fish Fry Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Come out to enjoy a great meal, support the American Legion, and participate in a moving tribute to the American flag. This is a wonderful opportunity for the Rio Linda community to show respect for our nation’s symbol and the veterans who serve it.
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