Roseville Utility Exploration Center

09/01/2026

Looking for a versatile plant that brings color and charm to the garden? Meet Australian Bluebell Creeper, an easy-care evergreen with glossy green leaves and bell-shaped blue to purple-blue flowers that bloom from summer into fall, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

This UC Davis Arboretum All-Star can grow as a mounding ground cover or climb with support. It thrives in morning sun, afternoon shade, and well-draining soil, and is drought tolerant once established.

See this dense yet delicate-looking plant at the Inspiration Garden at Mahany Park, then explore more garden inspiration and water-wise tips at roseville.ca.gov/inspirationgarden

08/27/2026

Got batteries, old paint, or electronics hanging around?

Roseville residents can schedule FREE doorstep pickup for household hazardous waste, including lithium-ion batteries.

Just remember to tape battery ends before pickup. Appointments are required

Clear the clutter and we’ll handle the rest. Visit https://bit.ly/4bOYATU to sign up!

08/26/2026

See what’s beneath the surface on 10/10!

For one morning, we’re opening the gates at a Roseville groundwater well that is normally closed to the public. Join us Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to noon at 4030 Solaire Drive for a free, family-friendly open house. Explore the site, meet Roseville water professionals and learn how groundwater supports our water supply during dry conditions and how we can store water underground when surface supplies are plentiful. Kids activities and refreshments will be available.

RSVPs are encouraged, but curious drop-ins are welcome.

Learn more and RSVP: https://www.roseville.ca.gov/articles/See-whats-beneath-the-surface-Groundwater-open-house-on-1010--957.php

08/25/2026

Ever wonder where Roseville hides a whole lot of water? Hint: it’s under your feet. 💧👀

Come explore a working groundwater well, meet the water pros who keep things flowing, and see how Roseville stores water underground for the future.

📅 Saturday, October 10 | 10 a.m to noon
📍 4030 Solaire Drive
🎉 Free and family-friendly
☕ Snacks included. Water nerdiness encouraged.

RSVPs are encouraged, but curious drop-ins are welcome.

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08/24/2026

There’s a lot happening behind every glass of water in Roseville. From treatment plants to neighborhood sampling sites, our teams perform tens of thousands of tests each year to help make sure your water stays safe and reliable.

For Water Quality Month, take a look at the work behind every drop. Read on https://www.roseville.ca.gov/articles/How-we-protect-water-quality-every-day-937.php

08/24/2026

Preparing for our Netflix documentary about everything happening behind the scenes while you turn on the faucet, flush the toilet and take out the trash.

We take care of the systems that take care of you. Visit roseville.ca.gov/withcare

08/21/2026

You turn on the tap, and water comes out. But have you ever wondered where that water comes from? How is it purified for drinking, and what does the process look like?

Well, wonder no longer!

Our virtual Barton Water Treatment Plant tour is here to answer all those burning questions and more! To take the virtual tour, visit https://rosevillesurfacewater.com

Happy exploring!

08/20/2026

BACON! BACON! BACON! 🥓🥓🥓

We want bacon. You want bacon. Bacon grease down the drain? Straight to jail.

We’re begging you to let the grease cool, toss it in the trash and spare your pipes.

More bacon. Less cloggin’. Stay crispy.

Happy National Bacon Day.

08/20/2026

Help keep Roseville’s free cardboard recycling sites clean and available for everyone. Break down and flatten your boxes before putting them in the bin, and remember these sites are for cardboard only. Trash, furniture and other items do not belong at these locations.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/4c0D9iO