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News & Announcements:
VIA SAC BEE: Help ought in finding Amador County man missing since Monday http://www.sacbee.com/2014/04/25/6354938/help-sought-finding-amador-county.html
SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC! AmadorMusicHub.com
ARGONAUT OUTBACK
SCHOOL GARDEN 12 noon -6pm , Sat Apr 26, 8am-4pm .
It will be held at the Argonaut High School Multipurpose Room near the large
parking lot.
HAVING A YARD SALE? 'Tis the season! Email carol@newsamador.com with your yard/garage sale announcement; include the day, date, time, location/address, contact information (optional). List a few items, if you'd like! If you're on Facebook, feel free to post your yard sale announcement on our Facebook Wall at: facebook.com/AmadorCounty
JOB OPPORTUNITY: First 5 Amador Now Hiring For Summer Kindergarten Bridge Program
The Kindergarten Bridge Program is designed for children who will be starting kindergarten in the fall. Priority enrollment is given to children who have spent little or no time in a preschool setting. The 3-week transition program is designed to introduce incoming students to the structure, rhythm and routine of the kindergarten classroom. It is called a Bridge Program because it aims to help children cross from the pre-kindergarten environment into the kindergarten world.
The program has grown each year and will be serving children this summer at all six school district elementary school sites, including Ione,Jackson Plymouth
First 5 Amador is seeking teachers, teacher's aides, and interns to serve children at each of these sites.
Dates are: Monday -Thursday, June 16 through July 3, from8:00 - 11:30 am . All employees must also attend an Orientation and a Mandated Reporter Training presented by the Amador Child Abuse Prevention Council.
These positions are ideal for current kindergarten or preschool teachers, aides, or students in the early childhood education field. Experience and/or education required.
Applications are due no later than12:00 pm on Friday, April 25. If interested, please contact Erika at (209) 257-1092, or by email at sr@first5amador.com
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
VIA SAC BEE: Help ought in finding Amador County man missing since Monday http://www.sacbee.com/2014/04/25/6354938/help-sought-finding-amador-county.html
SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC! AmadorMusicHub.com
HUGE GARAGE SALE -Friday and Saturday May 2-3 from 8am-3pm.
19551 E Clinton Rd. Off Hwy 88 between Jackson
and Pine Grove. Clothing, toys, remodeling supplies, lots of tile, tools, pool
table, entertainment centers, vanity, books, Girl Scout cookies, household goods,
so much more!
NEW “AMADOR RIDES” VOLUNTEER DRIVER PROGRAM SEEKS VOLUNTEERS
- Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer experience that provides a
meaningful service to your neighbors in Amador
County
The program is designed to help Amador
County
Persons interested in volunteering should contact Amador
Transit Mobility Manager, Robin Valencia, at 267-8142 or by emailing robin@amadortransit.com.
Volunteer applications may also be downloaded from the Amador Transit website
at www.AmadorTransit.com.
For a application visit: http://amadortransit.com/site/pdf/Amador%20Rides%20Volunteer%20Driver%20Application.pdf
For a application visit: http://amadortransit.com/site/pdf/Amador%20Rides%20Volunteer%20Driver%20Application.pdf
CPR/FIRST AID CERTIFICATION – Sun May 25 at 10AM at the Jackson Senior Center 229 New York Ranch Road . Cost: $55. For more information, contact Jason Zysman, 209-304-0158
SHORT CIRCUIT ELECTRIC is running special through April! All standby generators purchased and installed by us will RECEIVE A 10 PERCENT discount off whole job!
Visit http://www.shortcircuitelectricinc.com/, and contact them for details at 209-245-3269.
IT'S AN ELECTION YEAR! Let your voice be heard! Email your letters to the Editor, guest commentaries, blog articles, etc. to editor@newsamador.com - AmadorSoapbox.com
GENTLE YOGA CLASSES BEGIN IN APRIL - 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. Contact Cheri Maitland, 209-296-2348 www.TeamFitnessAmador.com
HAVING A YARD SALE? 'Tis the season! Email carol@newsamador.com with your yard/garage sale announcement; include the day, date, time, location/address, contact information (optional). List a few items, if you'd like! If you're on Facebook, feel free to post your yard sale announcement on our Facebook Wall at: facebook.com/AmadorCounty
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JOB OPPORTUNITY : Playgroup Coordinator. Part-time substitute position for playgroup in Amador County
JOB OPPORTUNITY: First 5 Amador Now Hiring For Summer Kindergarten Bridge Program
The Kindergarten Bridge Program is designed for children who will be starting kindergarten in the fall. Priority enrollment is given to children who have spent little or no time in a preschool setting. The 3-week transition program is designed to introduce incoming students to the structure, rhythm and routine of the kindergarten classroom. It is called a Bridge Program because it aims to help children cross from the pre-kindergarten environment into the kindergarten world.
The program has grown each year and will be serving children this summer at all six school district elementary school sites, including Ione,
First 5 Amador is seeking teachers, teacher's aides, and interns to serve children at each of these sites.
Dates are: Monday -Thursday, June 16 through July 3, from
These positions are ideal for current kindergarten or preschool teachers, aides, or students in the early childhood education field. Experience and/or education required.
Applications are due no later than
JOB OPPORTUNITY: KINDERGARTEN BRIDGE PROGRAM - First 5 Amador has a few spaces remaining for this summer’s Kindergarten Bridge Program. This free program is for children who may attend kindergarten in the Fall of 2014 and could benefit from a 3-week transition program. Children who have not attended preschool will be given enrollment preference. Bridge will take place at each Amador County Elementary School, from June 16 through July 3, Monday - Thursday, from 8:00 - 11:30 am. Free snacks are provided! Priority enrollment deadline is May 2. For more information or to sign your child up, please call Erika at First 5 Amador at 257-1092, or email sr@first5amador.com. First 5 Amador supports and designs programs for children 0-5 years old and their families. www.first5amador.com
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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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April 2014 Newsletters
Email your newsletters for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com
First 5 Amador - April 2014
Mother Lode Harvest - Tues Apr 8
New York Fitness - April 2014
Preston Communicator - Spring 2014
The Deaver Dish
Email your newsletters for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com
First 5 Amador - April 2014
Mother Lode Harvest - Tues Apr 8
New York Fitness - April 2014
Preston Communicator - Spring 2014
The Deaver Dish
Does your group/organization have a monthly or seasonal newsletter?
Email your newsletter (or the link from your web site) to: carol@newsamador.com
Email your newsletter (or the link from your web site) to: carol@newsamador.com
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OVER-EATERS ANONYMOUS OFJACKSON …if you think you have a problem with food. Everyone is welcome! Every Monday and Friday, 5:30 PM , Sutter Amador Hospital
11 am- Full Military Ceremony at the corner of Preston & Main St Ione, CA 956401 pm- Catered Lunch at Preston Castle
COMMUNITY KIDS will be meeting again on Friday, April 25 at5:30PM-7:30PM . Fun games, including Easter Egg Hunt. Always food. Join us at Faith Lutheran, 22601 Hiway 88, Pioneer. Bring and tell your friends. Also put aside May 30 for Karoake and taco bar - same time. Reservations will be needed. Call 295-2272.
MASTER GARDENERS PRESENTS: SHADE GARDENING WITH ORNAMENTALS - On Saturday April 26th, the Amador County Master Gardeners will offer a critical segment regarding WATER CONSERVATION. Dennis Miller will be presenting both topics. Please join use for this free class which will be held from9 a.m. to Noon at the Amador County GSA Building 12200-B Airport Road in Jackson/Martell. If you have any questions about the class or have other gardening questions, call the Master Gardeners at the UC Cooperative Extension Office from 10am to noon, Tuesday through Thursday, 223-6838 or e-mail, mgamador@ucdavis.edu .Web site: http://ceamador@ucdavis.edu
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MAY 2014
IBCA “SHRED DAY” – Sat May 3 from 9AM-1PM at Howard Park in Ione. Do you have old documents and files that need to be disposed of in a safe and secure way? Bring them to Shred Day! This event allows you to bring your documents and see them shredded while you watch. Cost is $8 per box. For more info, call 209-304-8133. Sponsored by the Ione Business and Community Association.
FREE YOGA EVENT COMES TOJACKSON - On May 31, local yoga enthusiasts will present a FREE opportunity for all ages to try a gentle yoga session, outdoors in Detert Park 9:30am . Wear comfortable clothing and bring water and a mat if you have one. If not, bring a large towel or two. Children under 18 must be accompanied by parent or guardian. For more info or questions, call 257-1208.
AMADOR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS meets on the 2nd & 4th Tues at 8:30 AM
SUTTER CREEK CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Mon at 7 PM.
IONE CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Tues at 6 PM
JACKSON CITY COUNCIL meets on the 2nd & 4th Mon at 7 PM
UPCOUNTRY COMMUNITY COUNCIL meets on the 2nd Mon at 6 PM.
SUTTER CREEK PLANNING COMMISSION meets on the 2nd Mon at 7 PM.
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL meets on 2nd & 4th Thurs at 6:30 PM
AMADOR COUNTY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT meets on the 2nd & 4th Wed at 6:30 PM
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Jackson Planning Commission - Mon Apr 21
Sutter Creek City Council - Mon Apr 21
ACUSD/ACOE Board - Wed Apr 23
OVER-EATERS ANONYMOUS OFJACKSON …if you think you have a problem with food. Everyone is welcome! Every Monday and Friday, 5:30 PM , Sutter Amador Hospital
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 contactShannon at 304-9485 or Patti at 256-0312 or email amadorautism@gmail.com. Thank you.
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
Classes, Workshops & Seminars:
Amador Arts Council
Amador County Artists Association
Amador County Recreation Agency - Event Calendar
Amador Music Hub: Amador's Local Music Scene - AmadorMusicHub.com
Amador Vintner's Association - AmadorWine.com
Jackson Casino Events 2013
Main Street Theater Works - MSTW.org
Mother Lode Friends of Music Season Calendar 2013-2014
Sutter Creek Theater - SutterCreekTheater.com
Volcano Theater Company - volcanotheatre.org
Call To Artists for ACAA's September Open Studios - Deadline is June 1 - AmadorArts.com
OVER-EATERS ANONYMOUS OF
VOLCANO THEATRE: “BABY WITH THE BATHWATER” – Performances through May 17 at the Cobblestone Theater in Volcano. Fri & Sat performances. Doors open at 7:30 , performance begins at 8pm. Seating limited to 50. Tickets are $16 general admission, $14 for seniors. Available at Hein & Co. Bookstore, 2014 Main Street , Jackson
4th ANNUAL WALK FOR THE TROOPS” – Sat Apr 26 – Ione invites you out to enjoy a beautiful full military ceremony and a walk for the troops. For the last three years we have done a Walk for the Troops to appreciate and support our Veterans, Fallen, and Currently Serving. It takes one day to show gratitude and the utmost respect for the ones that give the ultimate sacrifice and courageousness for freedom and the greatest enjoyment of the United States .
Out of 365 days we owe more than one day to show gratitude and respect for our Veterans, Fallen, and Currently Serving. One day to show people still remember, appreciate, and give thanks to the men and women of every branch of the military. Please join us for our 4th annual “Walk for the Troops.” Remember the loved ones and friends who gave their lives for us to have the opportunity to cheers and enjoy time together. Please share and invite others!
Wear your Red, White, and Blues. Bring poster boards and dress in uniform if you want. Highly encouraged!
Those who are willing and able will walk to the Preston Castle in memory of friends and loved ones who are Veteran, are Fallen, and Currently Serving (those who are not able are more than willing to drive to Preston Castle and meet the walkers)
YOUR WRITE HANDS PRESENTS: BASIC COMPUTER TRAINING CLASSES "PHOTOS FROM CAMERA TO COMPUTER" - Learn how to transfer your photos from camera to computer. Learn how to insert, or attach photos into documents, email and Facebook.
**ONLY 2 SPACES LEFT! Saturday, April 26 from 3-5PM
Cost $20. Limited to six (6) students per class. Classes held at Mace Meadows Golf Course Board Room, 26570 Fairway Drive , off Hwy 88 in Pioneer.
For more information contact Shari L. Schreiber: 209-295-2951. Or email: shari@yourwritehands.com
To register online go to Web site: www.YourWriteHands.com
MOTHER LODE YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE SIGN-UPS
Sign-up dates and times:
04/26 at Duck Race
05/03 at Plymouth Flea Market
Pricing: $90 for the first child, $80 for each additional child. Bring a current 1x1 picture of the child. Please bring a copy of the birth certificate if your child has not played in the past. For more information, contact: Jennifer MLYSL Operations Coordinator 209-418-5737
COMMUNITY KIDS will be meeting again on Friday, April 25 at
MASTER GARDENERS PRESENTS: SHADE GARDENING WITH ORNAMENTALS - On Saturday April 26th, the Amador County Master Gardeners will offer a critical segment regarding WATER CONSERVATION. Dennis Miller will be presenting both topics. Please join use for this free class which will be held from
AMADOR MASTER GARDENERS PLANT & SEED SALE - The UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County 1-4 p.m. It will be hosted by AMADOR 360 – Winery Collective - located @ 18590 California 49, Plymouth , CA 95669 Airport Rd. site,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.
OVER-EATERS ANONYMOUS OFJACKSON …if you think you have a problem with food. Everyone is welcome! Every Monday and Friday, 5:30 PM , Sutter Amador Hospital
OVER-EATERS ANONYMOUS OF
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MAY 2014
DEAVER VINEYARDS PRESENTS: “ZINS ON HORIZON” - Saturday: May 3, 2014
Can you pick out your favorite Zinfandel? Blind taste some of the best Zinfandels in Amador County
Seminars: 11am , 12:30pm , 2pm , 3:30pm
$5/per person. Wine Club Members- Log into your account, use coupon code ZOH14 to receive 4 complimentary tickets. www.deavervineyards.com
$5/per person. Wine Club Members- Log into your account, use coupon code ZOH14 to receive 4 complimentary tickets. www.deavervineyards.com
IBCA “SHRED DAY” – Sat May 3 from 9AM-1PM at Howard Park in Ione. Do you have old documents and files that need to be disposed of in a safe and secure way? Bring them to Shred Day! This event allows you to bring your documents and see them shredded while you watch. Cost is $8 per box. For more info, call 209-304-8133. Sponsored by the Ione Business and Community Association.
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
2014 AMADOR WEDDING FAIRE - Sunday, May 4th from 12-4PM. Brides, engaged couples (and "nearly engaged") couples: Come up to the Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort Grand Oaks Ballroom for the 3rd Annual Amador Wedding Faire! Regional event and wedding planners are also welcome to come and see what makes Amador County a unique, historic setting for special events. Fashion show, raffle prizes, no-host bar, and of course, local and regional wedding professionals will be on hand to chat with you. So spend a weekend in beautiful Amador County and stop by the Amador Wedding Faire. Plan your special day in the heart of California's gold country! www.AmadorWeddings.com
MEET, GREET, EAT! - Meet Lynn Morgan, Candidate for District 3 Supervisor on Sunday, May 4 from 12 Noon-2:30PM at The Amador Cafe in Buckhorn (next to Take & Bake Pizza). Free hot dogs, chips and cookies. Bring your friends and family. Don't miss this opportunity to meet Lynn, share your concerns, and learn more about her ideas for representing District 3. www.lynnmorgan.org
CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT: THE FRICTION QUARTET: The Mother Lode Friends of Music, the organization of classical music performances serving the central region ofCalifornia ’s historic gold country, presents a concert of chamber music on Sunday, May 4, starting at 2 pm in the Church of the Nazarene, 14050 Ridge Road , in Sutter Creek. The program features the Friction Quartet, a rising ensemble of recent graduates of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. They will perform the String Quartet No. 2 of San Francisco-based composer David Conte. In the second half, they are joined by clarinetist Roman Fukshansky, principal clarinet of the Berkeley Symphony, in a performance of the Clarinet Quintet of Johannes Brahms. The concert is free and open to the public. Go to www.mlfm.org for further details.
2014 AMADOR WEDDING FAIRE - Sunday, May 4th from 12-4PM. Brides, engaged couples (and "nearly engaged") couples: Come up to the Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort Grand Oaks Ballroom for the 3rd Annual Amador Wedding Faire! Regional event and wedding planners are also welcome to come and see what makes Amador County a unique, historic setting for special events. Fashion show, raffle prizes, no-host bar, and of course, local and regional wedding professionals will be on hand to chat with you. So spend a weekend in beautiful Amador County and stop by the Amador Wedding Faire. Plan your special day in the heart of California's gold country! www.AmadorWeddings.com
MEET, GREET, EAT! - Meet Lynn Morgan, Candidate for District 3 Supervisor on Sunday, May 4 from 12 Noon-2:30PM at The Amador Cafe in Buckhorn (next to Take & Bake Pizza). Free hot dogs, chips and cookies. Bring your friends and family. Don't miss this opportunity to meet Lynn, share your concerns, and learn more about her ideas for representing District 3. www.lynnmorgan.org
CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT: THE FRICTION QUARTET: The Mother Lode Friends of Music, the organization of classical music performances serving the central region of
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
BEDBUG CHALLENGE 10K RUN & 5K WALK/RUN for 5th Grade Science Camp. - Register now for the Bedbug Challenge scheduled for Saturday, May 10, 2014 at the Castle Oaks Golf Club! Register by April 23, 2014 and receive a free t-shirt! Pre-Registration Entry Fees: Individual - $20, Family (up to 5) $35 and $5 for each additional family member. Day of the Race Entry Fees: Individual- $25, Family (up to 5) $40 and $10 for each additional family member. For more information contact Andrea at 209-274-2078.
FREE YOGA EVENT COMES TO
FIRST ANNUAL ROTARY “SHOW & SHINE” CAR & VINTAGE AIRCRAFT SHOW – Sat May 31 at the Eagle’s Nest Airport Ione Road California and Nevada
Food, beverage and auto accessory vendors will be on site to accommodate all attendees. Amador County
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.
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JUNE+ 2014
THE INTERFAITH FOOD BANK'S 1ST ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT – Saturday, June 21 at Rancho Murieta’s North course. Enjoy the Country Club experience and help fight hunger inAmador County
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
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.
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THE INTERFAITH FOOD BANK'S 1ST ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT – Saturday, June 21 at Rancho Murieta’s North course. Enjoy the Country Club experience and help fight hunger in
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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GOVERNMENT MEETINGS:AMADOR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS meets on the 2nd & 4th Tues at 8:30 AM
SUTTER CREEK CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Mon at 7 PM.
IONE CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Tues at 6 PM
JACKSON CITY COUNCIL meets on the 2nd & 4th Mon at 7 PM
UPCOUNTRY COMMUNITY COUNCIL meets on the 2nd Mon at 6 PM.
SUTTER CREEK PLANNING COMMISSION meets on the 2nd Mon at 7 PM.
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL meets on 2nd & 4th Thurs at 6:30 PM
JACKSON PLANNING COMMISSION meets on the 3rd Mon at 7 PM.
AMADOR WATER AGENCY BOARD OF DIRECTORS meets on Thursdays at 9 AMAMADOR COUNTY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT meets on the 2nd & 4th Wed at 6:30 PM
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Jackson Planning Commission - Mon Apr 21
Sutter Creek City Council - Mon Apr 21
ACUSD/ACOE Board - Wed Apr 23
OVER-EATERS ANONYMOUS OF
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
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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Amador County Recreation Agency (ACRA) - Classes, programs, camps, sports, and more!
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
Interim Health Care "Quality of Life" Seminars - May-June 2014 - AmadorElders.org
ARE YOU A LOCAL ARTIST? Join the Amador County Artists Association, to share, network, and support local artists. The ACAA meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7 PM at the Amador Senior Center. Our meetings are open to the public, so come and join us! For more information, visit: AmadorArtists.orgFor more information, visit: AmadorArtists.org
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.ARE YOU A LOCAL ARTIST? Join the Amador County Artists Association, to share, network, and support local artists. The ACAA meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7 PM at the Amador Senior Center. Our meetings are open to the public, so come and join us! For more information, visit: AmadorArtists.orgFor more information, visit: AmadorArtists.org
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
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.
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Events & Activities:Amador Arts Council
Amador County Artists Association
Amador County Recreation Agency - Event Calendar
Amador Music Hub: Amador's Local Music Scene - AmadorMusicHub.com
Amador Vintner's Association - AmadorWine.com
Jackson Casino Events 2013
Main Street Theater Works - MSTW.org
Mother Lode Friends of Music Season Calendar 2013-2014
Sutter Creek Theater - SutterCreekTheater.com
Volcano Theater Company - volcanotheatre.org
Call To Artists for ACAA's September Open Studios - Deadline is June 1 - AmadorArts.com
APRIL AT ANDIS WINES. Painting classes, Mother's Day Brunch, and more!
Glanton and Piccola will be AmadorArts Gallery's Featured Artists for the month of April - AmadorArts.com
Janice Freischlag is the featured artist for April at the Sutter Creek Gallery - AmadorArts.com
Amador County'sWorld Tai Chi and Qigong Day Celebration 2014 – Sat Apr 26
Amador Wine Country gets “Down to Earth” - Earth Day Fete - Sat Apr 26 - AmadorFoodandWine.com
Biblical Discernment Conference - April 26 & 27 - AmadorInterfaith.com
Enjoy All That Is Spring With the Steiner Road Wineries – Sat Apr 26 - AmadorFoodandWine.com
Celebrate Our Children - Sat April 26 - AmadorGroups.com
"Rock the Vote for Mike" - Sat May 3
Rancher's Day Rodeo - Sat May 10 - LifeInAmador.com
Softball Tournament & Family Jubilee - June 20-22 - LifeInAmador.com
SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC! AmadorMusicHub.com
MEET, GREET, EAT! - Meet Lynn Morgan, Candidate for District 3 Supervisor on Sunday, May 4 from 12 Noon-2:30PM at The Amador Cafe in Buckhorn (next to Take & Bake Pizza). Free hot dogs, chips and cookies. Bring your friends and family. Don't miss this opportunity to meet Lynn, share your concerns, and learn more about her ideas for representing District 3. www.lynnmorgan.org
Ashanti – Thurs May 8
Glanton and Piccola will be AmadorArts Gallery's Featured Artists for the month of April - AmadorArts.com
Janice Freischlag is the featured artist for April at the Sutter Creek Gallery - AmadorArts.com
Amador County'sWorld Tai Chi and Qigong Day Celebration 2014 – Sat Apr 26
Amador Wine Country gets “Down to Earth” - Earth Day Fete - Sat Apr 26 - AmadorFoodandWine.com
Biblical Discernment Conference - April 26 & 27 - AmadorInterfaith.com
Enjoy All That Is Spring With the Steiner Road Wineries – Sat Apr 26 - AmadorFoodandWine.com
Celebrate Our Children - Sat April 26 - AmadorGroups.com
"Rock the Vote for Mike" - Sat May 3
Rancher's Day Rodeo - Sat May 10 - LifeInAmador.com
Softball Tournament & Family Jubilee - June 20-22 - LifeInAmador.com
SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC! AmadorMusicHub.com
MEET, GREET, EAT! - Meet Lynn Morgan, Candidate for District 3 Supervisor on Sunday, May 4 from 12 Noon-2:30PM at The Amador Cafe in Buckhorn (next to Take & Bake Pizza). Free hot dogs, chips and cookies. Bring your friends and family. Don't miss this opportunity to meet Lynn, share your concerns, and learn more about her ideas for representing District 3. www.lynnmorgan.org
VOLCANO THEATRE: “BABY WITH THE BATHWATER” – Performances through May 17 at the Cobblestone Theater in Volcano. Fri & Sat performances. Doors open at 7:30 , performance begins at 8pm. Seating limited to 50. Tickets are $16 general admission, $14 for seniors. Available at Hein & Co. Bookstore, 2014 Main Street , Jackson
JACKSON RANCHERIA CASINO RESORT PRESENTS:
Amador Wedding Faire – Sun May 4
A Divine Affair – Sat May 31
Global Knockout – Sat June 14
For complete information and to purchase tickets, visit: http://www.jacksoncasino.com/entertainment/full-schedule
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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
