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Class is in Session: Discover Back-to-School Fun in Old Sacramento Waterfront

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Sacramento’s historic district welcomes the return to school with exclusive offers and educational experiences throughout the month of August

– As backpacks are being packed and planners are filling up, Old Sacramento Waterfront is welcoming the return of the school year with a month-long celebration of learning, creativity, and discovery. Throughout August, local businesses will feature exclusive discounts, hands-on experiences, and educational activities that encourage visitors of all ages to explore the district.

The Back-to-School promotion invites students, teachers, families, and lifelong learners to discover everything the district has to offer. Visitors will find everything from classroom-ready fashion and thoughtful gifts to books, local history, creative activities, and personalized keepsakes. Whether you’re preparing for the first day of school or simply looking to try something new, there’s something to inspire every kind of learner.

Participating Businesses & Back-to-School Offers Include:

  • Blueprint Coffee Project: 15% discount for all students and teachers.
  • DearSisa Boutique: “Fresh Start” Special – Spend $75 or more and choose one complimentary gift or experience: a personalized charm, limited-edition tote, or 30-minute styling session.
  • EcoPress Sacramento: Beginner-friendly activities all month long, including 3D pen demonstrations, recycled-material art projects, and educational courses.
  • Hello Sunshine Sac Collective: Back-to-School emotional support plushies.
  • Ink and Image: Print “First Day of School” phone photos on 5×7 aluminium for a keepsake. Use code “1st Day” when uploading photos online.
  • Old Sac Shirts & Gifts: 10% off all kids’ items, including shirts, toys, school supplies, and beauty products.
  • The Parliament Wine Lounge: 50% off up to two wine flights for teachers, college students, and their plus ones (ages 21+ and with valid school ID).
  • Super Silver: “Pencils & Pendants” – Purchase any genuine stone pendant and add a classroom tote bag for $2, or receive one free with a purchase of $100 or more.
  • Threadeco: “Back-to-School Style” featuring an extensive collection of curated looks and outfits perfect for celebrating a fresh new school year.
  • Wild Sisters Book Co.: Receive a free Jotter Pen with any purchase of $30 or more.
  • And more!

Guests can explore the full list of Back to School promotions and plan their visit by going to: https://www.oldsacramento.com/back-to-school/.

For more information about Old Sacramento Waterfront, visit www.OldSacramento.com.

About the author

Traci Rockefeller Cusack

Traci Rockefeller Cusack has 25+ years of media and public relations experience.  Her work experience includes News10 (ABC) as Promotion Manager from 1989-1998 (where she developed and launched “Coats for Kids’ Sake,” a winter coat drive that lasted 20+ years plus coordinated Oprah Winfrey’s first ever visit to Sacramento) and Fleishman-Hillard as Vice President from 1998-2005 (where she led the wildly successful statewide “California Grown” program and also produced the five-minute video that played on the Jumbotron on Opening Day at Pac Bell Park). In 2007, she launched T-Rock Communications and currently handles a wide range of marketing activities for a number of top-notch organizations.

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