Pocket Life
By Corky Mau
May 2026
I love the quote by the late comedian and actor Robin Williams, “Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party!’” With spring underway, we have reasons to party in Pocket and Greenhaven.
FLOWER FARM
Everything blooms at Outta Pocket Farm, our local “farm-to-vase” establishment. Vendors are on site Sunday, May 10, offering Mother’s Day gifts. There’s a treat for moms who visit.
A floral design workshop at the farm is Saturday, May 16, at 8:30 a.m. The class is limited to seven people. Supplies are provided.
The farm holds yoga classes starting Sunday, May 17, at 9 a.m. For $20, get a yoga lesson and floral arrangement. Guests supply their own mats and water.
To reserve a workshop or ask questions, call Dawne McGuire at (916) 812-2010. The roadside flower stand marks the farm entrance at 7150 Pocket Road. Visit outtapocketfarm.com.
ALOHA FESTIVAL
The Ohana Dance Group studio says E komo mai (welcome) Saturday, May 2. Hula performances and music run 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Hawaiian food, baked goods and drinks are available to purchase. There are children’s educational activities and vendors sharing island-inspired arts and crafts.
Festivities take place at 6235 Belleau Wood Lane.
STORYTIME
Storytime is a special children’s program Saturday mornings, 10–11:30 a.m., at Robbie Waters Library. Activities support early learning skills for young children.
The robotics team from the School of Engineering and Sciences are guests at Storytime Saturday, May 9. Teens conduct Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math activities with children.
“STEM activities are a fun way to support early learning skills for young children,” team adviser Miguel Angel Lopez says. “It’s also a valuable experience for the teens as they hone their skills as teachers.”
CINCO DE MAYO
Local band Los Elegantes provides dance music at the Cinco de Mayo dinner Saturday, May 2. The dinner and dance gala takes place at Elks Lodge No. 6 from 5–11 p.m. Tickets are $40 per person. Contact the lodge at (916) 422-6666.
BAKING CLASSES
Looking for a fun date night? Check out the adult baking classes at Through the Looking Glass Cakes baking studio. Shanna Spinola shows how to make cream cheese buns Friday, May 8. She leads a couples workshop, “Breakfast in Bed,” Friday, May 15. Couples make brioche French toast, scones and quiche—and take the baked goods home.
Find the studio at 372 Florin Road. For questions, call Spinola at (510) 677-6990. Visit lookingglassbakingstudio.com.
COMMUNITY SALE
The annual Spring Parking Lot Sale returns to Elks Lodge No. 6 Saturday, May 9, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Artisans sell crafts, artwork, food and beverages. Vendors must contact the lodge at (916) 422-6666 for space and set-up info.
FOOD TRUCK MANIA
Food truck season resumes at Garcia Bend Park, Friday, May 15, from 5–8 p.m. Each month mobile food trucks from SactoMoFo serve traditional fare and ethnic meals.
SOULFUL FRIDAYS
Put on your dancing shoes for classic R&B, blues, jazz and more at Elks Lodge No. 6. The music takes place every Friday from 6–10 p.m.
CLASSMATE SEARCH
If you graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in 1972, class president Dave Ross wants to connect. A meetup takes place at the California Auto Museum on Friday, Sept. 18. Visit sacjfk1972.net. If you can help find classmates, email jfk72@gmail.com or call (571) 408-9461.
Corky Mau can be reached at corky.sue50@gmail.com. Submissions are due six weeks prior to the publication month. Follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram: @insidesacramento.
