Friday, March 14, 2014

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News & Announcements:

NEWSLETTER: Preston Communicator - Spring 2014
Kim Burke announces candidacy for Amador County Auditor - AmadorSoapbox.com

Mike Spence: The results of the first candidate debate - http://mikespence.blogspot.com/

17th Annual "Spring Fling" at the Amador Flower Farm - April 5 & 6 - LifeInAmador.com

PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL meets on 2nd & 4th Thurs at 6:30PM
Celtic Hymn Sing - Sun Mar 16 - AmadorInterfaith.com

Mother Lode Friends of Music offers "All Haydn" program, featuring cellist Eric Ubina - Sun Mar 16 - AmadorArts.com
"Meet & Greet" with Ted Novelli - Sun Mar 16 - tednovelli.com

Jackson Planning Commission - Notice of Meeting Cancellation for March - AmadorGovernment.com
Technical Advisory Committee - Mon Mar 17
Amador County Board of Equalization - Tues Mar 18
Amador County Fire Protection District - Tues Mar 18
Amador County Commission on Aging - Wed Mar 19 - AmadorElders.org
Amador Community College Foundation Meeting - Thurs Mar 20 - AmadorEd.com
ACWN Networking Mixer - Wed Mar 26 - AmadorBusiness.com
Benefit Dinner for Ezekiel "Zeke" Reiling - Wed Apr 5 - HelpZeke.blogspot.com

SUTTER CREEK THEATER - SutterCreekTheater.com

Sat Mar 15 - John Nemeth with the Bo-Keys! 

Fri Mar 21 - Dan Crary and Thunderation 

Sat Mar 22 - Tempest - High energy Celtic rock! 

Sat Mar 29 - Dennis Johnson & the Mississippi Ramblers 

AMADOR MASTER GARDENERS PLANT & SEED SALE HOSTED BY AMADOR 360 – Sun April 27 from 1-4 p.m. Amador 360 18590 California 49, Plymouth, CA 95669. Plant and Seed Sale, Billy Bones BBQ, Guilty Indulgence cupcakes, munchies from Kneading Dough, on-going info on gardening/watering in a drought & growing from seeds, wine sold by Amador 360. Proceeds will go to the creation of Master Gardener Demonstration Garden.

JOB OPPORTUNITY: PLAYGROUP COORDINATOR: Part-time substitute position for playgroup in Amador County. Visit our website www.trcac.org  for complete description and an application.Submit application, cover letter, and resume by fax (209) 754-1205; mail P.O. Box 919, San Andreas CA  95249; in person 444 E. St. Charles, San Andreas.  Closing Date:  3/23/14  Equal Opportunity Employer

ATTENTION WEDDING PROFESSIONALS! - Vendor registration is now open for the 2014 Amador Wedding Faire slated for Sunday, May 4 from 12-4PM at the Jackson Rancheria Casino & Resort's Hotel Ballroom! This is a fundraising event for the Preston Castle Foundation and the Kennedy Mine Foundation. In partnership with the Jackson Rancheria Casino & Hotel and Real Weddings Magazine, realweddingsmag.com.
Deadline to reserve your vendor booth is Wednesday, April 16. For more information on prices and reservations for a vendor booth, requirements for the faire, etc. visit AmadorWeddings.com. For general questions about the fair, e-mail Carol Harper at carol@amadorweddings.com.

AMADOR AUTISM GROUP - Are you an exceptional person? If so, we have a place for you! Amador Autism Group, a nonprofit organization which raises funds to  provide services for children with autism, is looking for volunteers, donations, and raffle items for our Spring fundraiser dinner. If you can help, please contact Shannon at 304-9485 or Patti at 256-0312 or email amadorautism@gmail.com. Thank you.

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OBITUARY NOTICES:

David Wehner

Posted in: AmadorMemorials.com

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TSPN BROADCASTS can be viewed at: www.tspntv.com

TSPN INTERVIEW: Tom Slivick talks with Supervisor Brian Oneto about what the recently passed building code for low density rural dwellings will mean for home owners in Amador County.

http://tspntv.com/home/item/21670-ldrd-building-code-supervisor-brian-oneto-on-tspn-tv-news-3-12-14

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Do you have a newsworthy item for any of our departments?
Email your releases or news briefs to: newsroom@newsamador.com

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March 2014 Newsletters
Email your newsletters for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com
Amador County Artists Association - March 2014
Amador Child Abuse Prevention Council - March 2014
AAUW Gold Filings - March 2014
Mother Lode Harvest - Tues Mar 4
Operation Care - March 2014
Preston Communicator - Spring 2014

Does your group/organization have a monthly or seasonal newsletter?
Email your newsletter (or the link from your web site) to: carol@newsamador.com

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Community Calendar
Email your announcements for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com

MARCH 2014

JOB OPPORTUNITY: The Resource Connection has an opening for Child Care Resource and Referral Supervisor. Range: $16-$19 per hour DOE FT Position w/benefits Early childhood education with supervisory experience and knowledge of the child care industry required.   Visit our website at: www.trcac.org  for complete description and an application. Submit application, cover letter, and resume by fax(209) 754-1205; mail P.O. Box 919, San Andreas CA  95249; in person 444 E. St. Charles, San Andreas. Closing Date: 3/21/14  Equal Opportunity Employer. Phone: 209-754-2031

JOB OPPORTUNITY: PLAYGROUP COORDINATOR: Part-time substitute position for playgroup in Amador County. Visit our website www.trcac.org  for complete description and an application.Submit application, cover letter, and resume by fax (209) 754-1205; mail P.O. Box 919, San Andreas CA  95249; in person 444 E. St. Charles, San Andreas.  Closing Date:  3/23/14  Equal Opportunity Employer

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR LOCAL WOMEN - The Amador Branch of The American Association of University Women is offering college scholarships to local women in 2014. These will include three $1,000 Community College Scholarships and Two $2,000 Upper Division/Graduate Scholarships and/or Re-entry Scholarships. Applications may be obtained online at www.aauwamador.org or at the local high schools … and also from the Amador County Libraries. All scholarship applications must be postmarked by March 15, 2014, and cannot be returned.

The Amador Branch of AAUW raises money for these scholarships through its annual Home Tour, which will be held on April 12, 2014. The American Association of University Women seeks to promote educational and employment equity for girls and women through its scholarship program. For more information, contact the AAUW Scholarship Chairpersons, Kathy Guletz, at 209-296-4336 bandkguletz@volcano.net or Suzanne Nicholson, at 209-217-8158 szyqueue@gmail.com

“SOUTH OF THE BORDER” PURIM CELEBRATION - The Mother Lode Jewish Community (MLJC) will be holding a “South of the Border” Purim Celebration on Saturday, March 15th, 6 pm -10 pm, in Murphys. This is a Jewish holiday commemorating the heroism of Queen Esther and her cousin, Modechai, who foiled a plot by one of the king’s most trusted advisors, Hamen (aka the Evil Bandito), to destroy all Jews living in the Persian Empire.

There will be games for kids and adults, a Mexican style potluck dinner and a theatrical performance telling the story of Purim.  Everyone is encouraged to audition for the roles for a chance to perform in the play. The roles are non-gender discriminatory.  If you don't have a costume, there will be some available.

If you would like to attend, please email the Mother Lode Jewish Community at motherlodejc@yahoo.com or call 209-533-1650. The MLJC’s mission is to provide opportunities and events that nurture a vibrant and enduring Jewish identity, culture and community in the Mother Lode, drawing its members from Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa and Tuolumne counties.  New members are most welcome.

BUNSEN 2 BEAKER 5K RACE…REGISTER NOW! It’s time to register for the 26th Annual Bunsen to Beaker 5k Race for Education now at www.bunsentobeaker.com. So gather up your friends and support educational programs in Amador County:  Jackson Jr. High Science, Amador High Cross Country Team, and Amador Centers for Higher Learning! Day of race registration will be $30 for all participants regardless of age and no group discounts available.

Karen Dickerson, Secretary

Amador Community College Foundation

www.amadorcommunitycollege.org 

209.482.1369

DANDELION DAYS – March 15-16 from 8AM-5PM in downtown historic Jackson!  Outdoor bazaar and flea market, family-oriented fun, food, street entertainers  Jackson Lion's Club. The event will take place rain or shine. For more info, visit: http://www.jacksonlionsclub.org/DandelionDaysInfo.html

"A DEADLY INCENTIVE" MURDER MYSTERY DINNER will be held at the West Point Community Hall on Saturday March 15th at 6PM at the West Point Community Hall in West Point, Hwy 26. For more information please give us a call at 209-293-7979 Sam Snead Real Estate or 209-293-3100 Danielle’s Hair Design.

MOTHER LODE RAGTIME SOCIETY NEWS: The next meeting of the Mother Lode Ragtime Society is scheduled for Saturday, March 15, 2014 at the Sutter Creek Ice Cream Emporium - 7:00 - 9:30 p.m..  Tom Brier will be on hand to provide lots of toe-tapping music; but as always, all who would like to play are welcome.  

Four Hands and Four Strings for Swing on March 14:  Chip Lusby's Skunk Hollow Victorian Gardens has a great 7 p.m. evening concert on Friday, March 14, lined up for your mid-March entertainment.  Stephanie Trick, Paolo Alderighi and Marty Eggers will present Four Hands and Four Strings for Swing.  This Friday evening concert will be punctuated with a mid-concert round of pot luch style refreshments; bring a snack or munchie of your choice.  Chip will provide a case each of his private label Skunk Hollow Victorian Gardens Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for your enjoyment.  Tickets are $25 when purchased in advance; $30 at the door.  Make checks out to Stephanie Trick; all proceeds go to the performers.  Mail to Chip Lusby, POB 431, Sutter Creek, CA 95685.  For more information, call 209.267.8193 or 626.806.3021.  

It's never too early to start planning for the next Sutter Creek Ragtime Festival.  Dates will be August 8-10, 2014.  Early bird pricing for all events badges will be in effect until July 15, 2014--price is still only $65. Price goes up to $75 after July 15.  Don't miss out on this great opportunity to save some $$! Watch the website (www.suttercreekragtime.com) for 2014 festival information as it becomes available; or call (209) 405-1563 if you have questions.  

SYMPHONY CONCERT - Sunday, March 16, 3 pm, Sutter Creek Church of the Nazarene, 14050 Ridge Road, Sutter Creek.  Symphony concert of the Orchestra of the Mother Lode Friends of Music, Henrik Jul Jansen, conducting.  An all-Haydn program featuring the Second Concerto for Cello and Orchestra, the Symphony No. 44, the Overture in D major and the Introduction to the opera Armida.  Erik Urbina is the cello soloist.  $20 adults; children under 18 are admitted free.  Tickets can be purchased at Mother Lode Music, Martell, or the Calaveras Arts Council, Main Street, San Andreas, or at the door.  Call 209-293-4227 or consult www.mlfm.org for more information.

AAUW AMADOR LIBATIONS & CONVERSATIONS – The next meeting will be Tuesday, March 18, 5:30-6:30 p.m., at the Imperial Hotel in Amador City.  Our topic of conversation will be "Achieving Equal Pay" in anticipation of Equal Pay Day on April 8, 2014. All AAUW members, prospective members and interested friends are invited to join us for lively conversation over no-host drinks. No need to RSVP - just drop in! For more information, go to www.aauwamador.org or email staggs@volcano.net.

AMADOR FLYFISHERS (AFF) welcomes Randy Doughty on Tuesday March 18 in the Amador County Administration Center at 810 Court Street, Jackson.  Randy will demonstrate fly-tying techniques beginning at 6:00pm, followed by our 7:00pm general meeting and Randy's presentation, "Steel Puzzle on the Trinity River".  Learn the tricks and techniques for landing big steelhead on the Trinity!  Redding-based Randy Doughty has over 25 years of experience fishing the Lower Sacramento and Trinity Rivers.  He is the owner of Tightline Connection (www.tightlineconnection.com), offering hunting and fishing guide services for Northern California.  Amador Flyfishers convenes the third Tuesday of each month to meet popular flyfishing guest speakers, share fishing experiences, and support fishery conservation issues.  AFF meetings are free and open to visitors! (www.amadorflyfishers.org). Contact Information: Ron Calvert, secretary@amadorflyfishers.org

2014 LENTEN SOUP SUPPER PROGRAM – Each Wednesday evening in Lent, from 6-8PM, Trinity Episcopal Church will have a Soup Supper and Lenten Program. This year’s program is “The Jesus Creed: The Essentials of Christianity and The Book of Common Prayer”. Please bring your BCP if you have one. The soup suppers are held in Jane’s Hall. For more information, call Trinity at 267-0255.

SPEAKEAZY JAZZ ORCHESTRA re-appears on Sunday March 23rd at 2pm the Amador Senior Center in Jackson. A 9-piece dance band playing authentic arrangements from the 1920’s and 1930’s - The “Great Gatsby Era” -  using original dance band instrumentation. The band will feature vocalists Chrissy Sleigh, Arlene White, and Eric Johnson.  New tunes added to the repertoire are “Give Me Five Minutes More”, “To Each His Own”, and “You’re Driving Me Crazy”.

The Orchestra (SJO)  appeared last year at Ironstone Vineyard’s Concours d’ Elegance; it has been featured at the Dante Club in Sacramento (an annual special invitation), and made special appearance at the Berkeley City Club.

There is a $5 admission charge at the door. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Amador Senior Center. There will be cookies and coffee for your enjoyment.

The Senior Center has great parking and access! Look forward to a fun afternoon on Sunday March 23rd and set your calendars back to the 1920’s! Classic cars and authentic attire are always welcome!

Visit Speakeazy Jazz Orchestra’s updated website at www.speakeazyjazz.com or call 295-4305 for more information.

INDIE BLUEGRASS DUO MANDOLIN ORANGE comes to Feist Wines, Friday, March 28. Show starts at 7 pm. Opening act will be winemaker Tony Feist as he joins Allen Frank's Doghouse Blues Band. Tickets are $10, presale/$15 day of show. Feist Wines is located at 14173 Old Highway 49 in Amador City. To order tickets, call (209) 267-8020 or visit http://www.feistwines.com/pages/events.

AMADOR COUNTY CONCERT BAND PRESENTS “MARCH [MUSICAL] MADNESS: BAROQUE TO BROADWAY" – A free concert will be presented by the 48-member Amador County Concert Band under the direction of Steve Chambers and Irv Gidding on Sunday, March 30 at 3pm. The program will be held at the Community Church of Pine Grove, 14045 Ponderosa Way, Pine Grove. Featured music will be “Selections from Fiorello”, “Somewhere” (from “West-Side Story”), “Old Hound Dog Rag”, Leroy Anderson’s “Syncopated Clock”, and much more. The 90-minute program will conclude with refreshments….bring the entire family to this exciting concert!

The Amador County Concert Band proudly represented Northern California in June 2010, when it was selected to perform in Washington D.C. for the National Community Concert Band Sousa Festival, a salute to the legendary march king, John Philip Sousa. Under former musical director Ernie Kapphahn, the band gained very high recognition and since the band’s return, has gained new members, some traveling from as far away as Sonora, Placerville, El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, and Sacramento.

The band also was chosen to perform last year at the Golden Gate Park Band Festival in June and played under the recently restored historic band shell. The Amador County Concert Band represented the Northern  California area and was one of the largest ensembles to perform over the weekend. The band received superb reviews and a special recognition award for its performance.

Join us on March 30th at 3pm for an enjoyable musical experience; bring the family and enjoy the spirited music! Arrive a few minutes early for best seating….ample parking…music begins promptly at 3pm. Visit the band’s website at www.accband.org for additional information or to find out how to join the band.

APRIL - MAY 2014

GENTLE YOGA CLASSES - Team Fitness in Pine Grove is proud to announce the start of a Beginning Hatha Yoga Program with classes offered Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting in early April.

Classes will run approximately 40 minutes and will probably cost $4 with a purchase of a 10 class pass, ($5 drop-in) or can be included as part of your monthly membership if you come regularly to Team Fitness. We are taking suggestions on times you would like to see these classes offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays - please send an email with your interest in the gentle yoga classes and times you are interested in, and we will contact you before the program starts. Contact: Cherie Maitland coach@jacksonteamfitness.com

49er BYPASS RUN – Saturday, April 5 through Historic Sutter Creek and Amador City. Register now for the 5K (3.1mi.) or 10K (6.2mi.). Race starts on Main Street Sutter Creek at 9am. Register before March 13th to reserve your FREE race shirt. Youth (17 and under) - $20, Adult (18 and over) - $25, Groups or Families of 4 - $60, additional participants - $15. E-mail: ktraverso@amadorgov.org for additional information.

MASTER GARDENERS PRESENTS: “CELEBRATE FLOWERS FOR EATING AND ENJOYING” - Saturday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Amador County GSA Building, 12200-B Airport Road in Jackson/Martell. UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County will offer a FREE gardening class on topics that include edible flowers, kitchen gardens, square foot gardens, and beautiful flowering plants; all fun, practical and interesting topics. Some vegetables and flowering plants will be sold. If you have any questions about the class or other gardening issues, call the Master Gardeners at the UC Cooperative Extension office from 10am to noon, Tuesday through Thursday, 209-223-6838 or e-mail, mgamador@ucdavis.edu. Web site: http://ucanr.edu/mgamador.

CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT - Sunday, April 6 at 2 pm. Chamber music concert of the Mother Lode Friends of Music. Music for winds by French composers; soprano Marie Bedard; and the Piano Trio #1 of Patrick Zimmerli with Corina Stoian, Erik Urbina and Ron Brickman.  Free admission.  Church of the Nazarene, 14050 Ridge Road, Sutter Creek.  Contact (209) 293-4227 or visit www.mlfm.org for more information.

CHICKEN PARMIGIANO ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FEAST – Sat April 12 at the Italian Picnic Grounds. No-host bar opens at 6 pm. All-You-Can-Eat dinner is served at 7 pm. Antipasto appetizer, green salad, pasta, fresh bread and Chicken Parmigiano. Wine included on the table. (No outside beverages please. Drink tickets are available for alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.) Raffle and other prizes will add to the festivities of the night. Tickets are $20 per person and must be purchased in advance. Tickets are available at American River Bank or online at: http://italianbenevolentsociety.com/Upcoming_Events.html

COMMUNITY PASSOVER DINNER & SEDER - The Mother Lode Jewish Community (MLJC) will be holding this year’s annual Passover Dinner and Seder in Murphys on Saturday, April 19th.  Passover, which celebrates freedom from slavery in ancient Egypt, is one of the most important holidays in the Jewish religion. Everyone is welcome.

The cost is only $20 per adult, $15 per child for MLJC members and $25 per adult, $20 per child for non-members; there is no charge for children under 6.  Please email us at motherlodejc@yahoo.com or call 209-533-1650 for more information.

The MLJC’s mission is to provide opportunities and events that nurture a vibrant and enduring Jewish identity, culture and community in the Mother Lode. The group draws its members from Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa and Tuolumne counties.  New members are most welcome.  Please visit our website at motherlodejc.org for more information and a calendar of May and June events.

YOUTH SPORTS FAIR – Sat May 3 from 10-2pm.  4 Sports $20. This event is an opportunity for youth ages 7-12 to try out different sports to see what they like. With the guidance of an experienced adult athlete and/or coach, participants will have a schedule that takes them through each sport they wish to try

Sports to choose from include: Baseball, Softball, Basketball, Tennis, Soccer, Volleyball, Cheerleading, Football, Karate, Wrestling, Golf, Track, and Gymnastics.

Sports fill up fast; on a first come basis! Pre-registration is required.

*cannot choose the same sport more than once.

Call ACRA 223-6349, Goacra.org, facebook.com/goacra

41st ANNUAL AAUW HOME TOUR: “JEWELS OF THE MOTHER LODE” – Historic Sutter Creek  on Saturday, April 12, 2014 from 11am to 4pm. Featuring four homes and one inn. Docents will guide ticket holders and tea and cookies will be served.  An art show, special lunch venues and wine tasting will round out the tour. Tickets are $ 22 in advance and $ 25 on tour day.  For more information contact chapman@volcano.net or (209) 245-6052 or visit the AAUW website at:  www.aauwamador.org. Proceeds provide scholarships for local women.

3RD ANNUAL BELTANE FESTIVAL AND CAMP-OUT – May 1-4. Please join us for a weekend of Fun ~ Family ~ Friends! There will be vendors, rituals, belly dancers, fire dancers, a maypole dance, Bel Fire, drumming and lots of music. This event is kid-friendly and will also feature activities for children Please come and have a magical time. For more info go to: BlueMountainBeltane.com

FIRST ANNUAL ROTARY  “SHOW & SHINE” CAR & VINTAGE AIRCRAFT SHOW – Sat May 31 at the Eagle’s Nest Airport in Ione, off of Ione Road. The show expects cars from throughout California and Nevada, and will feature vehicles in all categories from street rods to stock pre-1960, modified, foreign cars and more. Some trucks will also be on display.

Food, beverage and auto accessory vendors will be on site to accommodate all attendees. Amador County is known for its fine wines, and several vintners will be on-site for tasting.  A pancake breakfast will be served by the local Boy Scout Troop 477 from 7:00 to 10:30 AM. All proceeds from this breakfast will be donated to the Troop. For those with a sweet tooth, Boy Scout Troop 581 will be serving sundaes. Other food vendors will include a variety of tasty faire.
All proceeds will go to local youth organizations and the Interfaith Food Bank. General admission for the public will be $5.00 per car. Pre-registration for display vehicles is $25, day of registration $30.  For show and registration information log on to www.ionerotary.com. For show general information, contact Dave Wardall at 209-274-9160.

JACKSON LIONS CLUB PRCA RODEO, CAR SHOW & OUTDOOR EXPO - Sat & Sun, Sept 13 & 14. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for kids ages 7-12, and children under 7 costs $5 each. Discounted advanced tickets available. For complete info, visit: http://www.jacksonlionsclub.org/rodeo/.
Contact: jacksonlionsrodeo2014@gmail.com

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Meetings:
CLICK HERE for the County Government Calendar
Technical Advisory Committee - Mon Mar 17
Amador County Board of Equalization - Tues Mar 18
Amador County Fire Protection District - Tues Mar 18
Amador County Commission on Aging - Wed Mar 19 - AmadorElders.org

Jackson Planning Commission - Notice of Meeting Cancellation for March - AmadorGovernment.com

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GOVERNMENT MEETINGS:
AMADOR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS meets every Tues at 8:30 AM
SUTTER CREEK CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Mon at 7PM.
IONE CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Tues at 6PM
JACKSON CITY COUNCIL meets on the 2nd & 4th Mon at 7PM
UPCOUNTRY COMMUNITY COUNCIL meets on the 2nd Mon at 6PM.
SUTTER CREEK PLANNING COMMISSION meets on the 2nd Mon at 7PM.
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL meets on 2nd & 4th Thurs at 6:30PM

JACKSON PLANNING COMMISSION meets on the 3rd Mon at 7PM.

AMADOR WATER AGENCY BOARD OF DIRECTORS meets on Thurs at 9AM.

Holding a meeting in your community that you'd like Amador County to know about? Send us a quick announcement/brief, telling us what it is, date, time, location and a brief description of what the meeting is about. Email your briefs/agendas to: acneditor@gmail.com

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Classes, Workshops & Seminars:

Amador County Recreation Agency (ACRA) - Classes, programs, camps, sports, and more!

Kick Off to Kindergarten - February through March - AmadorEd.com

GENTLE YOGA CLASSES - Team Fitness in Pine Grove is proud to announce the start of a Beginning Hatha Yoga Program with classes offered Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting in early April.

Classes will run approximately 40 minutes and will probably cost $4 with a purchase of a 10 class pass, ($5 drop-in) or can be included as part of your monthly membership if you come regularly to Team Fitness. We are taking suggestions on times you would like to see these classes offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays - please send an email with your interest in the gentle yoga classes and times you are interested in, and we will contact you before the program starts. Contact: Cherie Maitland coach@jacksonteamfitness.com

SPRING JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS - Registration is now open for Spring Junior team tennis. Boys & Girls Ages 7-14 play on co-ed teams in three ability levels: beginning, intermediate and advanced. No experience is necessary, beginners are welcome! League matches will run six consecutive Saturdays from April 12 to May 17 and each team will have one practice per week starting in late March. Cost is $65 first child, $40 second child, $5 third child (max of $110 per household). Early bird special: take $10 off your total if registration is postmarked by Feb. 15. Fee includes junior USTA membership, t-shirt, season-end party, and awards. Print an application at www.amadortennisclub.org. Registrations must be received by March 7. If you have questions, contact league director, Dan Klement, at 257-1950 or e-mail at danklement1@gmail.com

BALLROOM DANCE lessons are continuing every Saturday at 1 p.m. in the Pine Grove Town Hall. All levels welcome.  For further information or to sign up, call 296-1207 or hohohough@volcano.net.

CHINA PAINTING WITH MARGARET ANWAY – Margaret Anway has decades of experience painting, as well as teaching china and glass painting. She has been published in “The China Decorator” magazine, and is happy teaching beginning artists as well as professional, and is flexible to your needs.

Classes are Tues mornings, 9-12 noon at Margaret Anway’s home, 26601 High Tree Ave, Pioneer. $7 per class. Call 295-8836 to schedule your first class or if you have any questions regarding the class.

Holding a class, workshop or seminar? Send us a quick announcement/brief, telling us about it, give the date, time, location and a brief description of what the class is about. Email your briefs to: acneditor@gmail.com

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Events & Activities:
Amador Arts Council
Amador County Artists Association
Amador County Recreation Agency - Event Calendar
Amador Vintner's Association - AmadorWine.com
Jackson Casino Events 2013
Mother Lode Friends of Music Season Calendar 2013-2014
Scenes Remembered - Watercolor collages by Lynn Slade at Gallery 10 in March - AmadorArts.com

Celtic Hymn Sing - Sun Mar 16 - AmadorInterfaith.com
17th Annual "Spring Fling" at the Amador Flower Farm - April 5 & 6 - LifeInAmador.com

SUTTER CREEK THEATER - SutterCreekTheater.com

Sat Mar 15 - John Nemeth with the Bo-Keys! 

Fri Mar 21 - Dan Crary and Thunderation 

Sat Mar 22 - Tempest - High energy Celtic rock! 

Sat Mar 29 - Dennis Johnson & the Mississippi Ramblers 

ATTENTION WEDDING PROFESSIONALS! SAVE THE DATE for the 3rd Annual Amador Wedding Faire slated for Sunday, May 4 at the Jackson Casino's Hotel Ballroom. Details TBA. This is a fundraising event for the Preston Castle Foundation and the Kennedy Mine Foundation. If you are interested in participating as a vendor, contact Carol Harper at carol@amadorweddings.com, and we'll get you on the email list! Web site: AmadorWeddings.com. On Facebook at: Facebook.com/AmadorWeddings

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Email your posters/flyers to: carol@newsamador.com.

Thursday, March 13, 2014

Updates have been made in all our departments...thanks for reading!
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Check out the community calendar below, as well as the posters/flyers in the left hand side bar and at the end of this update, and be sure to say you saw it on ACN!
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News & Announcements:

Amador Water Agency - Thurs Mar 13
Mike Spence: The results of the first candidate debate - http://mikespence.blogspot.com/
RFQualifications 14-03 On Call Professional Services - Proposals accepted by Thurs Mar 13 - AmadorGovernment.com

17th Annual "Spring Fling" at the Amador Flower Farm - April 5 & 6 - LifeInAmador.com

PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL meets on 2nd & 4th Thurs at 6:30PM
Celtic Hymn Sing - Sun Mar 16 - AmadorInterfaith.com
Jackson Planning Commission - Notice of Meeting Cancellation for March - AmadorGovernment.com
Technical Advisory Committee - Mon Mar 17
Amador County Board of Equalization - Tues Mar 18
Amador County Fire Protection District - Tues Mar 18
Amador County Commission on Aging - Wed Mar 19 - AmadorElders.org
ACWN Networking Mixer - Wed Mar 26 - AmadorBusiness.com
Benefit Dinner for Ezekiel "Zeke" Reiling - Wed Apr 5 - HelpZeke.blogspot.com

MASTER GARDENERS PRESENTS: “CELEBRATE FLOWERS FOR EATING AND ENJOYING” - Saturday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Amador County GSA Building, 12200-B Airport Road in Jackson/Martell. UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County will offer a FREE gardening class on topics that include edible flowers, kitchen gardens, square foot gardens, and beautiful flowering plants; all fun, practical and interesting topics. Some vegetables and flowering plants will be sold. If you have any questions about the class or other gardening issues, call the Master Gardeners at the UC Cooperative Extension office from 10am to noon, Tuesday through Thursday, 209-223-6838 or e-mail, mgamador@ucdavis.edu. Web site: http://ucanr.edu/mgamador.

CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT - Sunday, April 6 at 2 pm. Chamber music concert of the Mother Lode Friends of Music. Music for winds by French composers; soprano Marie Bedard; and the Piano Trio #1 of Patrick Zimmerli with Corina Stoian, Erik Urbina and Ron Brickman.  Free admission.  Church of the Nazarene, 14050 Ridge Road, Sutter Creek.  Contact (209) 293-4227 or visit www.mlfm.org for more information.

JOB OPPORTUNITY: PLAYGROUP COORDINATOR: Part-time substitute position for playgroup in Amador County. Visit our website www.trcac.org  for complete description and an application.Submit application, cover letter, and resume by fax (209) 754-1205; mail P.O. Box 919, San Andreas CA  95249; in person 444 E. St. Charles, San Andreas.  Closing Date:  3/23/14  Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB OPPORTUNITY: The Merit and Demo vacancy announcements for the Forestry Technician (Recreation) GS-0462-6/7, are now open. This is a Permanent, Full-Time position.This position will be located on the Stanislaus National Forest, Calaveras Ranger District, in Hathaway Pines CA.
The vacancy announcement numbers 14-0516-009321G-DLA and 14-0516-009321DP-DLA, can be viewed on the USA JOBS web site. Applicants should review the announcement carefully and ensure that their application is filed on or before the closing dates listed. Click on the links to review and apply to the vacancy announcements.
The Merit announcement opened on 03/04/2014 and closes on 03/13/2014:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/363222600
WHO MAY APPLY: Current permanent Federal employees with competitive status, reinstatement eligibles, persons with disabilities, VEOA/VRA eligibles, certain military spouses, 30% or more disabled veterans, former Peace Corps or VISTA volunteers, CTAP/ICTAP eligibles, Farm Service Agency permanent county employees and those eligible for other Special Hiring Authorities.
The DEMO Announcement opened on 03/04/2014 and closes on 03/13/2014:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/363223100
WHO MAY APPLY: US Citizens and Nationals; no prior Federal experience is required.
For more information about the duties and/or location, please contact Teresa McClung at 209-795-1381 x314.

JOB OPPORTUNITY: The Resource Connection has an opening for Child Care Resource and Referral Supervisor. Range: $16-$19 per hour DOE FT Position w/benefits Early childhood education with supervisory experience and knowledge of the child care industry required.   Visit our website at: www.trcac.org  for complete description and an application. Submit application, cover letter, and resume by fax(209) 754-1205; mail P.O. Box 919, San Andreas CA  95249; in person 444 E. St. Charles, San Andreas. Closing Date: 3/21/14  Equal Opportunity Employer. Phone: 209-754-2031

ATTENTION WEDDING PROFESSIONALS! - Vendor registration is now open for the 2014 Amador Wedding Faire slated for Sunday, May 4 from 12-4PM at the Jackson Rancheria Casino & Resort's Hotel Ballroom! This is a fundraising event for the Preston Castle Foundation and the Kennedy Mine Foundation. In partnership with the Jackson Rancheria Casino & Hotel and Real Weddings Magazine, realweddingsmag.com.
Deadline to reserve your vendor booth is Wednesday, April 16. For more information on prices and reservations for a vendor booth, requirements for the faire, etc. visit AmadorWeddings.com. For general questions about the fair, e-mail Carol Harper at carol@amadorweddings.com.

AMADOR AUTISM GROUP - Are you an exceptional person? If so, we have a place for you! Amador Autism Group, a nonprofit organization which raises funds to  provide services for children with autism, is looking for volunteers, donations, and raffle items for our Spring fundraiser dinner. If you can help, please contact Shannon at 304-9485 or Patti at 256-0312 or email amadorautism@gmail.com. Thank you.

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OBITUARY NOTICES:

Lorraine Larson

DarrollDean Smith

JohnGlenn

Curtis Clifton

Posted in: AmadorMemorials.com

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TSPN BROADCASTS can be viewed at: www.tspntv.com

TSPN INTERVIEW: Tom Slivick talks with Supervisor Brian Oneto about what the recently passed building code for low density rural dwellings will mean for home owners in Amador County.

http://tspntv.com/home/item/21670-ldrd-building-code-supervisor-brian-oneto-on-tspn-tv-news-3-12-14

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CA CITY NEWS: CaliforniaCityNews.org
CA COUNTY NEWS: CaliforniaCountyNews.org
CA GOVERNMENT NEWS:  News.CA.gov

Do you have a newsworthy item for any of our departments?
Email your releases or news briefs to: newsroom@newsamador.com

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March 2014 Newsletters
Email your newsletters for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com
Amador County Artists Association - March 2014
Amador Child Abuse Prevention Council - March 2014
AAUW Gold Filings - March 2014
Mother Lode Harvest - Tues Mar 4
Operation Care - March 2014

Does your group/organization have a monthly or seasonal newsletter?
Email your newsletter (or the link from your web site) to: carol@newsamador.com

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Community Calendar
Email your announcements for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com

MARCH 2014

JOB OPPORTUNITY: The Merit and Demo vacancy announcements for the Forestry Technician (Recreation) GS-0462-6/7, are now open. This is a Permanent, Full-Time position.This position will be located on the Stanislaus National Forest, Calaveras Ranger District, in Hathaway Pines CA.
The vacancy announcement numbers 14-0516-009321G-DLA and 14-0516-009321DP-DLA, can be viewed on the USA JOBS web site. Applicants should review the announcement carefully and ensure that their application is filed on or before the closing dates listed. Click on the links to review and apply to the vacancy announcements.
The Merit announcement opened on 03/04/2014 and closes on 03/13/2014:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/363222600
WHO MAY APPLY: Current permanent Federal employees with competitive status, reinstatement eligibles, persons with disabilities, VEOA/VRA eligibles, certain military spouses, 30% or more disabled veterans, former Peace Corps or VISTA volunteers, CTAP/ICTAP eligibles, Farm Service Agency permanent county employees and those eligible for other Special Hiring Authorities.
The DEMO Announcement opened on 03/04/2014 and closes on 03/13/2014:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/363223100
WHO MAY APPLY: US Citizens and Nationals; no prior Federal experience is required.
For more information about the duties and/or location, please contact Teresa McClung at 209-795-1381 x314.

JOB OPPORTUNITY: The Resource Connection has an opening for Child Care Resource and Referral Supervisor. Range: $16-$19 per hour DOE FT Position w/benefits Early childhood education with supervisory experience and knowledge of the child care industry required.   Visit our website at: www.trcac.org  for complete description and an application. Submit application, cover letter, and resume by fax(209) 754-1205; mail P.O. Box 919, San Andreas CA  95249; in person 444 E. St. Charles, San Andreas. Closing Date: 3/21/14  Equal Opportunity Employer. Phone: 209-754-2031

2014 LENTEN SOUP SUPPER PROGRAM – Each Wednesday evening in Lent, from 6-8PM, Trinity Episcopal Church will have a Soup Supper and Lenten Program. This year’s program is “The Jesus Creed: The Essentials of Christianity and The Book of Common Prayer”. Please bring your BCP if you have one. The soup suppers are held in Jane’s Hall. For more information, call Trinity at 267-0255.

AMADOR COUNTY ARTISTS ASSOCIATION PRESENTS: ARTIST HOWARD REES - The next meeting of the ACAA will be March 12, at 7 p.m., in the Senior Center, 229 New York Ranch Road,  Jackson. The program for March will consist of an oil painting demonstration by artist Howard Rees. ACAA meets each month on the second Wednesday. The public is invited and new members are encouraged. For more information on the ACAA visit amadorcountyartists.org. Sandra Campbell 209-296-1779.

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR LOCAL WOMEN - The Amador Branch of The American Association of University Women is offering college scholarships to local women in 2014. These will include three $1,000 Community College Scholarships and Two $2,000 Upper Division/Graduate Scholarships and/or Re-entry Scholarships. Applications may be obtained online at www.aauwamador.org or at the local high schools … and also from the Amador County Libraries. All scholarship applications must be postmarked by March 15, 2014, and cannot be returned.

The Amador Branch of AAUW raises money for these scholarships through its annual Home Tour, which will be held on April 12, 2014. The American Association of University Women seeks to promote educational and employment equity for girls and women through its scholarship program. For more information, contact the AAUW Scholarship Chairpersons, Kathy Guletz, at 209-296-4336 bandkguletz@volcano.net or Suzanne Nicholson, at 209-217-8158 szyqueue@gmail.com

“SOUTH OF THE BORDER” PURIM CELEBRATION - The Mother Lode Jewish Community (MLJC) will be holding a “South of the Border” Purim Celebration on Saturday, March 15th, 6 pm -10 pm, in Murphys. This is a Jewish holiday commemorating the heroism of Queen Esther and her cousin, Modechai, who foiled a plot by one of the king’s most trusted advisors, Hamen (aka the Evil Bandito), to destroy all Jews living in the Persian Empire.

There will be games for kids and adults, a Mexican style potluck dinner and a theatrical performance telling the story of Purim.  Everyone is encouraged to audition for the roles for a chance to perform in the play. The roles are non-gender discriminatory.  If you don't have a costume, there will be some available.

If you would like to attend, please email the Mother Lode Jewish Community at motherlodejc@yahoo.com or call 209-533-1650. The MLJC’s mission is to provide opportunities and events that nurture a vibrant and enduring Jewish identity, culture and community in the Mother Lode, drawing its members from Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa and Tuolumne counties.  New members are most welcome.

BUNSEN 2 BEAKER 5K RACE…REGISTER NOW! It’s time to register for the 26th Annual Bunsen to Beaker 5k Race for Education now at www.bunsentobeaker.com. So gather up your friends and support educational programs in Amador County:  Jackson Jr. High Science, Amador High Cross Country Team, and Amador Centers for Higher Learning! Day of race registration will be $30 for all participants regardless of age and no group discounts available.

Karen Dickerson, Secretary

Amador Community College Foundation

www.amadorcommunitycollege.org 

209.482.1369

DANDELION DAYS – March 15-16 from 8AM-5PM in downtown historic Jackson!  Outdoor bazaar and flea market, family-oriented fun, food, street entertainers  Jackson Lion's Club. The event will take place rain or shine. For more info, visit: http://www.jacksonlionsclub.org/DandelionDaysInfo.html

"A DEADLY INCENTIVE" MURDER MYSTERY DINNER will be held at the West Point Community Hall on Saturday March 15th at 6PM at the West Point Community Hall in West Point, Hwy 26. For more information please give us a call at 209-293-7979 Sam Snead Real Estate or 209-293-3100 Danielle’s Hair Design.

MOTHER LODE RAGTIME SOCIETY NEWS: The next meeting of the Mother Lode Ragtime Society is scheduled for Saturday, March 15, 2014 at the Sutter Creek Ice Cream Emporium - 7:00 - 9:30 p.m..  Tom Brier will be on hand to provide lots of toe-tapping music; but as always, all who would like to play are welcome.  

Four Hands and Four Strings for Swing on March 14:  Chip Lusby's Skunk Hollow Victorian Gardens has a great 7 p.m. evening concert on Friday, March 14, lined up for your mid-March entertainment.  Stephanie Trick, Paolo Alderighi and Marty Eggers will present Four Hands and Four Strings for Swing.  This Friday evening concert will be punctuated with a mid-concert round of pot luch style refreshments; bring a snack or munchie of your choice.  Chip will provide a case each of his private label Skunk Hollow Victorian Gardens Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for your enjoyment.  Tickets are $25 when purchased in advance; $30 at the door.  Make checks out to Stephanie Trick; all proceeds go to the performers.  Mail to Chip Lusby, POB 431, Sutter Creek, CA 95685.  For more information, call 209.267.8193 or 626.806.3021.  

It's never too early to start planning for the next Sutter Creek Ragtime Festival.  Dates will be August 8-10, 2014.  Early bird pricing for all events badges will be in effect until July 15, 2014--price is still only $65. Price goes up to $75 after July 15.  Don't miss out on this great opportunity to save some $$! Watch the website (www.suttercreekragtime.com) for 2014 festival information as it becomes available; or call (209) 405-1563 if you have questions.  

SYMPHONY CONCERT - Sunday, March 16, 3 pm, Sutter Creek Church of the Nazarene, 14050 Ridge Road, Sutter Creek.  Symphony concert of the Orchestra of the Mother Lode Friends of Music, Henrik Jul Jansen, conducting.  An all-Haydn program featuring the Second Concerto for Cello and Orchestra, the Symphony No. 44, the Overture in D major and the Introduction to the opera Armida.  Erik Urbina is the cello soloist.  $20 adults; children under 18 are admitted free.  Tickets can be purchased at Mother Lode Music, Martell, or the Calaveras Arts Council, Main Street, San Andreas, or at the door.  Call 209-293-4227 or consult www.mlfm.org for more information.

AAUW AMADOR LIBATIONS & CONVERSATIONS – The next meeting will be Tuesday, March 18, 5:30-6:30 p.m., at the Imperial Hotel in Amador City.  Our topic of conversation will be "Achieving Equal Pay" in anticipation of Equal Pay Day on April 8, 2014. All AAUW members, prospective members and interested friends are invited to join us for lively conversation over no-host drinks. No need to RSVP - just drop in! For more information, go to www.aauwamador.org or email staggs@volcano.net.

AMADOR FLYFISHERS (AFF) welcomes Randy Doughty on Tuesday March 18 in the Amador County Administration Center at 810 Court Street, Jackson.  Randy will demonstrate fly-tying techniques beginning at 6:00pm, followed by our 7:00pm general meeting and Randy's presentation, "Steel Puzzle on the Trinity River".  Learn the tricks and techniques for landing big steelhead on the Trinity!  Redding-based Randy Doughty has over 25 years of experience fishing the Lower Sacramento and Trinity Rivers.  He is the owner of Tightline Connection (www.tightlineconnection.com), offering hunting and fishing guide services for Northern California.  Amador Flyfishers convenes the third Tuesday of each month to meet popular flyfishing guest speakers, share fishing experiences, and support fishery conservation issues.  AFF meetings are free and open to visitors! (www.amadorflyfishers.org). Contact Information: Ron Calvert, secretary@amadorflyfishers.org

SPEAKEAZY JAZZ ORCHESTRA re-appears on Sunday March 23rd at 2pm the Amador Senior Center in Jackson. A 9-piece dance band playing authentic arrangements from the 1920’s and 1930’s - The “Great Gatsby Era” -  using original dance band instrumentation. The band will feature vocalists Chrissy Sleigh, Arlene White, and Eric Johnson.  New tunes added to the repertoire are “Give Me Five Minutes More”, “To Each His Own”, and “You’re Driving Me Crazy”.

The Orchestra (SJO)  appeared last year at Ironstone Vineyard’s Concours d’ Elegance; it has been featured at the Dante Club in Sacramento (an annual special invitation), and made special appearance at the Berkeley City Club.

There is a $5 admission charge at the door. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Amador Senior Center. There will be cookies and coffee for your enjoyment.

The Senior Center has great parking and access! Look forward to a fun afternoon on Sunday March 23rd and set your calendars back to the 1920’s! Classic cars and authentic attire are always welcome!

Visit Speakeazy Jazz Orchestra’s updated website at www.speakeazyjazz.com or call 295-4305 for more information.

INDIE BLUEGRASS DUO MANDOLIN ORANGE comes to Feist Wines, Friday, March 28. Show starts at 7 pm. Opening act will be winemaker Tony Feist as he joins Allen Frank's Doghouse Blues Band. Tickets are $10, presale/$15 day of show. Feist Wines is located at 14173 Old Highway 49 in Amador City. To order tickets, call (209) 267-8020 or visit http://www.feistwines.com/pages/events.

AMADOR COUNTY CONCERT BAND PRESENTS “MARCH [MUSICAL] MADNESS: BAROQUE TO BROADWAY" – A free concert will be presented by the 48-member Amador County Concert Band under the direction of Steve Chambers and Irv Gidding on Sunday, March 30 at 3pm. The program will be held at the Community Church of Pine Grove, 14045 Ponderosa Way, Pine Grove. Featured music will be “Selections from Fiorello”, “Somewhere” (from “West-Side Story”), “Old Hound Dog Rag”, Leroy Anderson’s “Syncopated Clock”, and much more. The 90-minute program will conclude with refreshments….bring the entire family to this exciting concert!

The Amador County Concert Band proudly represented Northern California in June 2010, when it was selected to perform in Washington D.C. for the National Community Concert Band Sousa Festival, a salute to the legendary march king, John Philip Sousa. Under former musical director Ernie Kapphahn, the band gained very high recognition and since the band’s return, has gained new members, some traveling from as far away as Sonora, Placerville, El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, and Sacramento.

The band also was chosen to perform last year at the Golden Gate Park Band Festival in June and played under the recently restored historic band shell. The Amador County Concert Band represented the Northern  California area and was one of the largest ensembles to perform over the weekend. The band received superb reviews and a special recognition award for its performance.

Join us on March 30th at 3pm for an enjoyable musical experience; bring the family and enjoy the spirited music! Arrive a few minutes early for best seating….ample parking…music begins promptly at 3pm. Visit the band’s website at www.accband.org for additional information or to find out how to join the band.

APRIL - MAY 2014

GENTLE YOGA CLASSES - Team Fitness in Pine Grove is proud to announce the start of a Beginning Hatha Yoga Program with classes offered Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting in early April.

Classes will run approximately 40 minutes and will probably cost $4 with a purchase of a 10 class pass, ($5 drop-in) or can be included as part of your monthly membership if you come regularly to Team Fitness. We are taking suggestions on times you would like to see these classes offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays - please send an email with your interest in the gentle yoga classes and times you are interested in, and we will contact you before the program starts. Contact: Cherie Maitland coach@jacksonteamfitness.com

49er BYPASS RUN – Saturday, April 5 through Historic Sutter Creek and Amador City. Register now for the 5K (3.1mi.) or 10K (6.2mi.). Race starts on Main Street Sutter Creek at 9am. Register before March 13th to reserve your FREE race shirt. Youth (17 and under) - $20, Adult (18 and over) - $25, Groups or Families of 4 - $60, additional participants - $15. E-mail: ktraverso@amadorgov.org for additional information.

CHICKEN PARMIGIANO ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FEAST – Sat April 12 at the Italian Picnic Grounds. No-host bar opens at 6 pm. All-You-Can-Eat dinner is served at 7 pm. Antipasto appetizer, green salad, pasta, fresh bread and Chicken Parmigiano. Wine included on the table. (No outside beverages please. Drink tickets are available for alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.) Raffle and other prizes will add to the festivities of the night. Tickets are $20 per person and must be purchased in advance. Tickets are available at American River Bank or online at: http://italianbenevolentsociety.com/Upcoming_Events.html

COMMUNITY PASSOVER DINNER & SEDER - The Mother Lode Jewish Community (MLJC) will be holding this year’s annual Passover Dinner and Seder in Murphys on Saturday, April 19th.  Passover, which celebrates freedom from slavery in ancient Egypt, is one of the most important holidays in the Jewish religion. Everyone is welcome.

The cost is only $20 per adult, $15 per child for MLJC members and $25 per adult, $20 per child for non-members; there is no charge for children under 6.  Please email us at motherlodejc@yahoo.com or call 209-533-1650 for more information.

The MLJC’s mission is to provide opportunities and events that nurture a vibrant and enduring Jewish identity, culture and community in the Mother Lode. The group draws its members from Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa and Tuolumne counties.  New members are most welcome.  Please visit our website at motherlodejc.org for more information and a calendar of May and June events.

YOUTH SPORTS FAIR – Sat May 3 from 10-2pm.  4 Sports $20. This event is an opportunity for youth ages 7-12 to try out different sports to see what they like. With the guidance of an experienced adult athlete and/or coach, participants will have a schedule that takes them through each sport they wish to try

Sports to choose from include: Baseball, Softball, Basketball, Tennis, Soccer, Volleyball, Cheerleading, Football, Karate, Wrestling, Golf, Track, and Gymnastics.

Sports fill up fast; on a first come basis! Pre-registration is required.

*cannot choose the same sport more than once.

Call ACRA 223-6349, Goacra.org, facebook.com/goacra

41st ANNUAL AAUW HOME TOUR: “JEWELS OF THE MOTHER LODE” – Historic Sutter Creek  on Saturday, April 12, 2014 from 11am to 4pm. Featuring four homes and one inn. Docents will guide ticket holders and tea and cookies will be served.  An art show, special lunch venues and wine tasting will round out the tour. Tickets are $ 22 in advance and $ 25 on tour day.  For more information contact chapman@volcano.net or (209) 245-6052 or visit the AAUW website at:  www.aauwamador.org. Proceeds provide scholarships for local women.

3RD ANNUAL BELTANE FESTIVAL AND CAMP-OUT – May 1-4. Please join us for a weekend of Fun ~ Family ~ Friends! There will be vendors, rituals, belly dancers, fire dancers, a maypole dance, Bel Fire, drumming and lots of music. This event is kid-friendly and will also feature activities for children Please come and have a magical time. For more info go to: BlueMountainBeltane.com

FIRST ANNUAL ROTARY  “SHOW & SHINE” CAR & VINTAGE AIRCRAFT SHOW – Sat May 31 at the Eagle’s Nest Airport in Ione, off of Ione Road. The show expects cars from throughout California and Nevada, and will feature vehicles in all categories from street rods to stock pre-1960, modified, foreign cars and more. Some trucks will also be on display.

Food, beverage and auto accessory vendors will be on site to accommodate all attendees. Amador County is known for its fine wines, and several vintners will be on-site for tasting.  A pancake breakfast will be served by the local Boy Scout Troop 477 from 7:00 to 10:30 AM. All proceeds from this breakfast will be donated to the Troop. For those with a sweet tooth, Boy Scout Troop 581 will be serving sundaes. Other food vendors will include a variety of tasty faire.
All proceeds will go to local youth organizations and the Interfaith Food Bank. General admission for the public will be $5.00 per car. Pre-registration for display vehicles is $25, day of registration $30.  For show and registration information log on to www.ionerotary.com. For show general information, contact Dave Wardall at 209-274-9160.

JACKSON LIONS CLUB PRCA RODEO, CAR SHOW & OUTDOOR EXPO - Sat & Sun, Sept 13 & 14. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for kids ages 7-12, and children under 7 costs $5 each. Discounted advanced tickets available. For complete info, visit: http://www.jacksonlionsclub.org/rodeo/.
Contact: jacksonlionsrodeo2014@gmail.com

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Meetings:
CLICK HERE for the County Government Calendar

NOTE: The March 11, 2014 Amador County Planning Commission meeting has been postponed until March 25, 2014.

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GOVERNMENT MEETINGS:
AMADOR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS meets every Tues at 8:30 AM
SUTTER CREEK CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Mon at 7PM.
IONE CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Tues at 6PM
JACKSON CITY COUNCIL meets on the 2nd & 4th Mon at 7PM
UPCOUNTRY COMMUNITY COUNCIL meets on the 2nd Mon at 6PM.
SUTTER CREEK PLANNING COMMISSION meets on the 2nd Mon at 7PM.
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL meets on 2nd & 4th Thurs at 6:30PM

JACKSON PLANNING COMMISSION meets on the 3rd Mon at 7PM.

AMADOR WATER AGENCY BOARD OF DIRECTORS meets on Thurs at 9AM.

Holding a meeting in your community that you'd like Amador County to know about? Send us a quick announcement/brief, telling us what it is, date, time, location and a brief description of what the meeting is about. Email your briefs/agendas to: acneditor@gmail.com

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Classes, Workshops & Seminars:

Amador County Recreation Agency (ACRA) - Classes, programs, camps, sports, and more!

Kick Off to Kindergarten - February through March - AmadorEd.com

GENTLE YOGA CLASSES - Team Fitness in Pine Grove is proud to announce the start of a Beginning Hatha Yoga Program with classes offered Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting in early April.

Classes will run approximately 40 minutes and will probably cost $4 with a purchase of a 10 class pass, ($5 drop-in) or can be included as part of your monthly membership if you come regularly to Team Fitness. We are taking suggestions on times you would like to see these classes offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays - please send an email with your interest in the gentle yoga classes and times you are interested in, and we will contact you before the program starts. Contact: Cherie Maitland coach@jacksonteamfitness.com

SPRING JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS - Registration is now open for Spring Junior team tennis. Boys & Girls Ages 7-14 play on co-ed teams in three ability levels: beginning, intermediate and advanced. No experience is necessary, beginners are welcome! League matches will run six consecutive Saturdays from April 12 to May 17 and each team will have one practice per week starting in late March. Cost is $65 first child, $40 second child, $5 third child (max of $110 per household). Early bird special: take $10 off your total if registration is postmarked by Feb. 15. Fee includes junior USTA membership, t-shirt, season-end party, and awards. Print an application at www.amadortennisclub.org. Registrations must be received by March 7. If you have questions, contact league director, Dan Klement, at 257-1950 or e-mail at danklement1@gmail.com

BALLROOM DANCE lessons are continuing every Saturday at 1 p.m. in the Pine Grove Town Hall. All levels welcome.  For further information or to sign up, call 296-1207 or hohohough@volcano.net.

CHINA PAINTING WITH MARGARET ANWAY – Margaret Anway has decades of experience painting, as well as teaching china and glass painting. She has been published in “The China Decorator” magazine, and is happy teaching beginning artists as well as professional, and is flexible to your needs.

Classes are Tues mornings, 9-12 noon at Margaret Anway’s home, 26601 High Tree Ave, Pioneer. $7 per class. Call 295-8836 to schedule your first class or if you have any questions regarding the class.

Holding a class, workshop or seminar? Send us a quick announcement/brief, telling us about it, give the date, time, location and a brief description of what the class is about. Email your briefs to: acneditor@gmail.com

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Events & Activities:
Amador Arts Council
Amador County Artists Association
Amador County Recreation Agency - Event Calendar
Amador Vintner's Association - AmadorWine.com
Jackson Casino Events 2013
Mother Lode Friends of Music Season Calendar 2013-2014
Scenes Remembered - Watercolor collages by Lynn Slade at Gallery 10 in March - AmadorArts.com

Celtic Hymn Sing - Sun Mar 16 - AmadorInterfaith.com

ATTENTION WEDDING PROFESSIONALS! SAVE THE DATE for the 3rd Annual Amador Wedding Faire slated for Sunday, May 4 at the Jackson Casino's Hotel Ballroom. Details TBA. This is a fundraising event for the Preston Castle Foundation and the Kennedy Mine Foundation. If you are interested in participating as a vendor, contact Carol Harper at carol@amadorweddings.com, and we'll get you on the email list! Web site: AmadorWeddings.com. On Facebook at: Facebook.com/AmadorWeddings

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Have an event poster or flyer? It's only $5/month...(yes, only $5)...to have your posters or flyers posted on Amador Community News! Full page, color ads/flyers...also posted in our "Amador Events" Facebook album to share with your friends!
Email your posters/flyers to: carol@newsamador.com.