by Sara Beth Williams–
Several organizations are celebrating milestones and honoring lives this September with a 15th anniversary party, a 9/11 memorial service, and an inaugural concert in the park event.
Royal Stage is turning 15: Royal Stage Theater is celebrating their 15th anniversary this year with four events over the course of two days, beginning on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025. The night begins with a community talent show and closes with a public worship service. Saturday, Sept. 6, kicks off with Free Class Day at the nonprofit’s studio and closes out its anniversary celebration with a Backyard Bash. For more details and to register, visit the performing arts company’s website. Royal Stage Theater is located at Sunrise Mall behind the former Macy’s Men’s.
9/11 memorial service: Sylvan Cemetery will be hosting its annual 9/11 memorial service on the morning of Sept. 11. The ceremony will last about 30 minutes and is open to the public. The service will be held at the gazebo in the middle of the cemetery, and folding chairs will be available. Sylvan Cemetery is located at 7401 Auburn Blvd.
Battle of the Bands: The eighth annual Battle of the Bands and BBQ, hosted by American Legion Post 637, is set for Saturday, Sept. 13, from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Historic Rusch Home and Gardens. The event will include live music from four bands and a barbeque dinner, as well as activities for both kids and adults. For tickets, visit the American Legion Post’s website. The closest parking lot to the Rusch Home and Gardens is located at Rush Drive and Rosswood Drive or at 7301 Antelope Rd.
Bubble Bash: The Marketplace at Birdcage is hosting another Bubble Bash event, free to the community. Guests can enjoy giant bubbles, arts and crafts, face painting and endless foam zones. The event is scheduled to take place Saturday, Sept. 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 5975 Birdcage Centre Ln. For more information, visit the event page.
Citrus Heights Nights: The city of Citrus Heights is hosting a free community event called Citrus Heights Nights on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Van Maren Park. The event will feature a live concert, vendors, and activities for both kids and adults. For more information, visit the city’s website to find out the latest. Van Maren Park is located at 6601 Thalia Way.
Library Book Sale: Sylvan Oaks Library will be holding a Friends at the Library book sale on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 11:00am to 3:00pm.Hundreds of gently used fiction and nonfiction books, games, and other items will be for sale. For more information, visit the library’s calendar of events page. The Sylvan Oaks Library is located at 6700 Auburn Blvd.
