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NEWSLETTER: Amador County Artists Association
NEWSLETTER: MotherLoad CrossFit - July 2014 News & Schedule
NEWSLETTER: New York Fitness - July 2014
MotherLoad CrossFit - Advocare's 24 Day Challenge - Sign up by July 8!
Sutter Patients benefit from Amador Community Foundation Grant
Sophia's Well of Wisdom - July 2014 - AmadorInterfaith.com
Amador Water Agency Board Meeting - Thurs July 10
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NEWSLETTER: MotherLoad CrossFit - July 2014 News & Schedule
NEWSLETTER: New York Fitness - July 2014
MotherLoad CrossFit - Advocare's 24 Day Challenge - Sign up by July 8!
Sutter Patients benefit from Amador Community Foundation Grant
Sophia's Well of Wisdom - July 2014 - AmadorInterfaith.com
INDEPENDENCE DAY - Fri July 4 - City and County offices closed
Hotel Sutter One Year Anniversary Open House - Sat July 5
Andis Wine's 4th of July Weekend Special, Food Truck on Saturday July 5 - AmadorFoodandWine.com
Sutter Creek City Council - Mon July 7
CANCELLED: ACUSD/ACOE Regular Board Meeting - Wed July 9 - AmadorEd.comAndis Wine's 4th of July Weekend Special, Food Truck on Saturday July 5 - AmadorFoodandWine.com
Sutter Creek City Council - Mon July 7
Amador Water Agency Board Meeting - Thurs July 10
SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC! AmadorMusicHub.com
PLAN YOUR WEEKENDS in Amador's beautiful wine Country! AmadorWine.com
PROSTRATE CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT GROUP - The Amador County Prostate Cancer Information and Support Group will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 8, 2014 starting at 6:00 pm. The location is Sutter Amador Hospital in the Oakview Conference Room on the second floor. The group was formed to support men and their families and others who wish to know more about Prostate Cancer. Meetings are open to all and include men who have recovered from Prostate Cancer as well as those recently diagnosed, and those in treatment. The types of treatments range in scope from taking a watchful waiting active surveillance approach to radiation or surgery. Periodically meetings offer guest speakers, videos and updates on research. The meetings have information regarding nutrition and prostate cancer. We encourage anyone who wants to learn more about cancer and nutrition to attend. For more information about the group and its meetings contact Jerry Trottier, 223-9133.
JACKSON GROCERY OUTLET’S ANNUAL “INDEPENDENCE FROM HUNGER” FOOD DRIVE - Help us stop hunger in our community! To help members of our community put food on their tables, we're hosting our fourth annual Independence from Hunger food drive. Over the past three Julys, Grocery Outlet stores and their customers collectively donated more than $818,677, and in 2014, we are hoping to raise even more support to help fight hunger.
VOLCANO THEATER AUDITIONS FOR “A CHRISTMAS STORY” - Sun July 20 at 1PM and Mon July 21 at 7PM at the Cobblestone Theater, 16142 Main St. in Volcano. Needed: 2 men ages 30-45, 2 women ages 25-40, 5 boys ages 7-13, 2 girls ages 7-13. Directed by Vince Murdock. Scripts are available at the Ledger Dispatch, 10776 Argonaut Lane, during regular business hours, or contact Vince at 373-8174 or email: indigosky@outlook.com
SPONSORS SOUGHT FOR AMADOR COUNTY’S HAMMOCK HILL - Looking for 2014 Fair Sponsors - $50 or more. The Chamber purchased hammocks and chaise lounges for a quiet, cool resting spot that overlooks the '49 Kids Town' at our Amador County Fair. Each year the Chamber has a large sandwich sign that is placed on the hill with our sponsor names - all monies go to benefit our Amador County Fair - this benefit is a TAX DEDUCTIBLE donation. Please consider sponsorship - we will invoice you or we will take your credit card over the telephone - if you have questions, feel free to give us a call at the Chamber office (209) 223-0350 or email atgold49@amadorcountychamber.com
MSTW NEEDS A PROP: A stuffed raccoon. The second MSTW show, The Golden State, is actually not that prop heavy, but we do have a rather odd prop. I'm hoping someone in the know world is in possession of such a thing. We need a taxidermied raccoon. Yes, a stuffed raccoon. Most of the props will be in the prop shop but I know for a fact we don't have a stuffed raccoon. Would it be possible for you to put out a call for the raccoon? Of all the odd things. A stuffed raccoon. I'm still stymied. What are these playwrites thinking? Please email me (Joanne Shugart) if you can help at chulajo@ymail.com
DO YOU HAVE STACKS OF NEWSPAPERS laying around your house, waiting to be recycled? Then please bring them on down to the Busi Parking lot in Jackson behind Mel's. The Boy Scout Troops of Amador County are collecting your newspaper donations and accept on an on-going basis. The large cargo container sits at the very back of the parking lot. There should be pallets next to the dumpster, where everyone can leave their stacks. Anyone can drop off their newspapers 7 days a week, day or night. We ask that you only donate actual newspapers, no glossy advertising, magazines or books. All proceeds directly benefit the various Troops in Amador County. It's a Win-Win for everyone, Scouts, you and the environment! For more information, contact Jenny Fritz at artsychickenfarm@gmail.com
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: Cute Closet in Martell is looking for someone to work Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 11:30am-6pm. Call 209-304-3340.
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PLAN YOUR WEEKENDS in Amador's beautiful wine Country! AmadorWine.com
PROSTRATE CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT GROUP - The Amador County Prostate Cancer Information and Support Group will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 8, 2014 starting at 6:00 pm. The location is Sutter Amador Hospital in the Oakview Conference Room on the second floor. The group was formed to support men and their families and others who wish to know more about Prostate Cancer. Meetings are open to all and include men who have recovered from Prostate Cancer as well as those recently diagnosed, and those in treatment. The types of treatments range in scope from taking a watchful waiting active surveillance approach to radiation or surgery. Periodically meetings offer guest speakers, videos and updates on research. The meetings have information regarding nutrition and prostate cancer. We encourage anyone who wants to learn more about cancer and nutrition to attend. For more information about the group and its meetings contact Jerry Trottier, 223-9133.
JACKSON GROCERY OUTLET’S ANNUAL “INDEPENDENCE FROM HUNGER” FOOD DRIVE - Help us stop hunger in our community! To help members of our community put food on their tables, we're hosting our fourth annual Independence from Hunger food drive. Over the past three Julys, Grocery Outlet stores and their customers collectively donated more than $818,677, and in 2014, we are hoping to raise even more support to help fight hunger.
This Year, Jackson Grocery Outlet is once again partnering with the Interfaith Food Bank to help those in need locally.
Here's what you can do to help:
Jackson Grocery Outlet is making it simple to join the Independence from Hunger cause with easy options for their customers:
- Tell a Grocery Outlet cashier that you would like to make a cash donation at the register. All moneys raised will go directly to the Interfaith Food Bank.
- Purchase a pre-packaged bag of groceries to go directly to the Interfaith Food Bank.
- Pick up information at the Jackson Grocery Outlet store about hunger, food insecurity and local/national resources for people in need.
- Join us at the Jackson Grocery Outlet on July 12th from Noon to 3 pm for free ice cream cones, with all donations supporting the "Independence from Hunger" campaign.
Please join us for the month of July to help our community and help us spread awareness about hunger! Thank you for your support.
Best Regards,
The Jackson Grocery Outlet Team
AMADOR FLYFISHERS (AFF) mador Flyfishers (AFF) is hosting a fly-fishing "Movie Night" on Tuesday July 15, 2014 at 7:00pm in the Amador County Administration Center at 810 Court Street, Jackson. We will be presenting a showing of Nate Brumley's "Dry Fly Approaches": this informative DVD provides techniques and insights for delivering a dry fly to big fish in every water condition. Take your dry fly fishing to the next level! AFF meets the third Tuesday of each month to socialize with other flyfishers and to support fishery conservation issues. Drop in and check us out - visitors welcome! (www.amadorflyfishers.org) Contact Information: Ron Calvert, secretary@amadorflyfishers.org
AMADOR FLYFISHERS (AFF) mador Flyfishers (AFF) is hosting a fly-fishing "Movie Night" on Tuesday July 15, 2014 at 7:00pm in the Amador County Administration Center at 810 Court Street, Jackson. We will be presenting a showing of Nate Brumley's "Dry Fly Approaches": this informative DVD provides techniques and insights for delivering a dry fly to big fish in every water condition. Take your dry fly fishing to the next level! AFF meets the third Tuesday of each month to socialize with other flyfishers and to support fishery conservation issues. Drop in and check us out - visitors welcome! (www.amadorflyfishers.org) Contact Information: Ron Calvert, secretary@amadorflyfishers.org
VOLCANO THEATER AUDITIONS FOR “A CHRISTMAS STORY” - Sun July 20 at 1PM and Mon July 21 at 7PM at the Cobblestone Theater, 16142 Main St. in Volcano. Needed: 2 men ages 30-45, 2 women ages 25-40, 5 boys ages 7-13, 2 girls ages 7-13. Directed by Vince Murdock. Scripts are available at the Ledger Dispatch, 10776 Argonaut Lane, during regular business hours, or contact Vince at 373-8174 or email: indigosky@outlook.com
SPONSORS SOUGHT FOR AMADOR COUNTY’S HAMMOCK HILL - Looking for 2014 Fair Sponsors - $50 or more. The Chamber purchased hammocks and chaise lounges for a quiet, cool resting spot that overlooks the '49 Kids Town' at our Amador County Fair. Each year the Chamber has a large sandwich sign that is placed on the hill with our sponsor names - all monies go to benefit our Amador County Fair - this benefit is a TAX DEDUCTIBLE donation. Please consider sponsorship - we will invoice you or we will take your credit card over the telephone - if you have questions, feel free to give us a call at the Chamber office (209) 223-0350 or email atgold49@amadorcountychamber.com
JOB OPPORTUNITY: SECRETARY - Front office for long established Amador County company. Quick learner - some of what is required...
- Quicken - accounts payable & receivables
- Payroll
- Route Scheduling
- Manage Front Office
Call Terry 209-765-2252 or email - terryc2c@volcano.net for information.MSTW NEEDS A PROP: A stuffed raccoon. The second MSTW show, The Golden State, is actually not that prop heavy, but we do have a rather odd prop. I'm hoping someone in the know world is in possession of such a thing. We need a taxidermied raccoon. Yes, a stuffed raccoon. Most of the props will be in the prop shop but I know for a fact we don't have a stuffed raccoon. Would it be possible for you to put out a call for the raccoon? Of all the odd things. A stuffed raccoon. I'm still stymied. What are these playwrites thinking? Please email me (Joanne Shugart) if you can help at chulajo@ymail.com
DO YOU HAVE STACKS OF NEWSPAPERS laying around your house, waiting to be recycled? Then please bring them on down to the Busi Parking lot in Jackson behind Mel's. The Boy Scout Troops of Amador County are collecting your newspaper donations and accept on an on-going basis. The large cargo container sits at the very back of the parking lot. There should be pallets next to the dumpster, where everyone can leave their stacks. Anyone can drop off their newspapers 7 days a week, day or night. We ask that you only donate actual newspapers, no glossy advertising, magazines or books. All proceeds directly benefit the various Troops in Amador County. It's a Win-Win for everyone, Scouts, you and the environment! For more information, contact Jenny Fritz at artsychickenfarm@gmail.com
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: Cute Closet in Martell is looking for someone to work Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 11:30am-6pm. Call 209-304-3340.
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July 2014 Newsletters
Email your newsletters for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com
Amador County Artists Association - July 2014
"Smoke Signals" Lockwood Fire Protection District Newsletter - Spring 2014
Preston Communicator - Spring 2014
Trinity Tidings - July 2014
Mother Lode Harvest - July 1, 2014
Sophia's Well of Wisdom - July 2014
Email your newsletters for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com
Amador County Artists Association - July 2014
"Smoke Signals" Lockwood Fire Protection District Newsletter - Spring 2014
Preston Communicator - Spring 2014
Trinity Tidings - July 2014
Mother Lode Harvest - July 1, 2014
Sophia's Well of Wisdom - July 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
Email your newsletter (or the link from your web site) to: carol@newsamador.com
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JULY 2014
AMADOR FARMERS MARKETS - The market schedules are: Jackson, Sundays, 9:00am-12:30; Pine Grove, Wednesdays, 3:00-6;00pm, Sutter Creek, Saturdays, 9:00am-12:00. Plymouth, August and September only, 4:00-7:00pm, downtown park. Visit: www.amadorfarmersmarket.com
THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH will have their Parade on the Friday, July 4th at 10:00 am, then a BBQ at 5-8:30 pm followed by fireworks in the street at dark.
THE HEALING WORD is hosting a Fourth of July Pot Blessing and Jamboree on Friday, July 4th. All singers, musicians and poets that would like to come jam with us are invited. Pot Blessing is at 2pm indoors and the entertainment starts at 3pm outside. It is a lot of fun and a good time to share your Christian talents that you have been holding in. Facebook Roxie Burns for more information.
KOLO DANCE LESSONS 1-2-3 kick! You can do it! Join choreographer Marija for Kolo Dance Lessons at St. Sava's Church Hall (upstairs) every Tuesday evening beginning June 24th from 7-8PM. Wear comfortable shoes. For more information, contact Mary Zellem, 408-460-5581 or email maryzellem@gmail.com
AMADOR BONSAI SOCIETY - The next meeting will be held on Saturday, July 12th beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Amador Senior Center in Jackson. The guest speaker will be the society’s Sensei, David Anderson who will be demonstrating how to style trees. Refreshments will be served. The public is invited to attend. For more information, contact Julienne Hiatt at 209-245-4016. http://www.amadorbonsaisociety.com/
MOVIE NIGHT AT THE CASTLE - Sat July 12 at 9PM at the Preston Castle, Preston Castle Courtyard, 900 (end of) Palm Dr., Ione, CA. Come join us for movie night under the stars on the Preston Castle Courtyard. The featured film is "Preston Castle the Movie". This full length horror film takes place in and around the mysterious, eerie, Preston Castle. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a Hitchcock style thriller filmed right here at the Castle. Also showing will be the episode of the reality TV game show "The Great Escape" that was filmed at the Castle. Tickets are $10 and are available online at www.prestoncastle.com or at the gate. Each ticket has a chance to win a Night Flashlight Tour - if you dare!
SUTTER CREEK THEATER PRESENTS:
Fri July 11: John D'Ercole - Classical bass guitar
Sat July 12: William Florian, former member of The New Christy Minstrels presents "Those Were The Days" For more info and tickets, visit: SutterCreekTheater.com
ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE NOW FORMING!
4 on 4...Teams-Men women or mixed
Dates: Sundays Starting July 13thFREE ADVANCE HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVE WORKSHOP - Mon July 14 from 9:30-11:30AM at the Amador Senior Center, 229 New York Ranch Road, Jackson. The workshop will cover both parts of an accepted California Health Care Directive: Durable Power of Attorney for Health (naming a surrogate decision maker), and the Living Will (health care instructions for the surrogate.) Participants will receive a packet of information that includes a legal document you will be able to use to complete your Directive. Everyone over the age of 18 should complete this very important document.
Bonnie Evans has been facilitating these workshops since 2001 and will be hostessing the workshop. She received her Advance Directive certification through Coda Alliance, a nonprofit end-of-life organization.
The class is free but you do need to register.
To register for a class: contact Evans at 296-6996 and leave a message or email at: bonniere@gmail.com
ACRA BINGO at the American Legion Hall. 1st and 3rd Tues. July Dates: July 1 & 15.
ACRA BINGO at the American Legion Hall. 1st and 3rd Tues. July Dates: July 1 & 15.
Early Bird Bingo is at 6:15; Regular Bingo is at 6:30. Buy in $10 for $10 games – 6 top. Black out is up to $200! Beer, Wine, and Sodas are available for purchase. Feel free to bring your own dinner. Many Raffle Prizes! We have Pull Tabs...another chance to win! Complimentary desserts and coffee! Proceeds go to support Amador County Recreation Agency. Call ACRA at 223-6349 for more information.
BERRYHILL AND BIGELOW TO TOUR THE AMADOR LEARNING CENTER - Senator Tom Berryhill and Assembly Member Frank Bigelow will visit the Amador Centers for Higher Learning on Friday, July 18, 2014 beginning at 1:30 PM at the HHS Building 10877 Conductor Blvd., Suite 700, Sutter Creek and concluding at the ACTC Center 117 Valley View Way, Sutter Creek. The Amador Community College Foundation Board will conduct a tour of both facilities and showcase business, community, and college partnerships that support the centers offering over 100 choices in certificate and degree programs for Amador County residents. http://amadorcommunitycollege.org/
BERRYHILL AND BIGELOW TO TOUR THE AMADOR LEARNING CENTER - Senator Tom Berryhill and Assembly Member Frank Bigelow will visit the Amador Centers for Higher Learning on Friday, July 18, 2014 beginning at 1:30 PM at the HHS Building 10877 Conductor Blvd., Suite 700, Sutter Creek and concluding at the ACTC Center 117 Valley View Way, Sutter Creek. The Amador Community College Foundation Board will conduct a tour of both facilities and showcase business, community, and college partnerships that support the centers offering over 100 choices in certificate and degree programs for Amador County residents. http://amadorcommunitycollege.org/
MOTHER LODE RAGTIME SOCIETY - Hi Ragtime Fans! The next meeting of the Mother Lode Ragtime Society is scheduled for Saturday, July 19 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; We're hoping that Elliott Adams and Julia Riley will be there as well. As always, all who would like to play are welcome.
Another event you won't want to miss is the Ivory and Gold Concert. Jeff and Anne Barnhart will present a house concert on Thursday July 10, 2014 at the Hawthorn residence in Roseville. Concert begins at 7 p.m.; donation $20 per person with all proceeds going to the musicians. Please reserve your tickets early as seating is limited. For info and/or reservations, contact Tom Hawthorn at (916)773-3562 or email tom@thoseoldrecords.com.
Another great house concert...Ivory and Gold (Jeff and Anne Barnhart) will be appearing in concert at Tessa Bella Gardens, 374 E. St. Charles, San Andreas, CA on July 11, 2014 at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person and that includes the concert and heavy Hors d'oeuvres. Call (209) 754-5816 for information and reservations. Reservations are required as seating is limited.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you haven't already ordered your badges for the Sutter Creek Ragtime Festival, time is running out to take advantage of the early bird pricing. Festival dates are August 8-10, 2014. Early bird pricing for all events badges will only be in effect until July 15, 2014--price is still only $65; but goes up to $75 afterJuly 15. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to save some $$! Check the website (www.suttercreekragtime.com) for detailed 2014 festival information; or call (209) 405-1563 if you have questions.
AMADOR COUNTY FAIR: "THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME"- July 24-27, 2014. Get pre-tickets today! www.amadorcountyfair.com
Another great house concert...Ivory and Gold (Jeff and Anne Barnhart) will be appearing in concert at Tessa Bella Gardens, 374 E. St. Charles, San Andreas, CA on July 11, 2014 at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person and that includes the concert and heavy Hors d'oeuvres. Call (209) 754-5816 for information and reservations. Reservations are required as seating is limited.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you haven't already ordered your badges for the Sutter Creek Ragtime Festival, time is running out to take advantage of the early bird pricing. Festival dates are August 8-10, 2014. Early bird pricing for all events badges will only be in effect until July 15, 2014--price is still only $65; but goes up to $75 afterJuly 15. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to save some $$! Check the website (www.suttercreekragtime.com) for detailed 2014 festival information; or call (209) 405-1563 if you have questions.
AMADOR COUNTY FAIR: "THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME"- July 24-27, 2014. Get pre-tickets today! www.amadorcountyfair.com
TAKE THE BUS TO THE AMADOR COUNTY FAIR! The Amador County Fair is only 23 days away! Plan your trip now on the Amador Transit bus and leave the driving to us!
· FREE with Summer Youth Bus Pass or Monthly Pass
· Kids 5 years and under ride free!
· Only $1 for Seniors, Students under 18, and people with disabilities…$2 General fare
· FREE parking at the Sutter Hill Transit Center!
Call 267-9395 to help plan your trip to the Amador County Fair! www.AmadorTransit.com
AUGUST+ 2014
11th ANNUAL FIVE EZ PIECES GOLF TOURNAMENT - Friday, August 1 at Rancho Murieta Country Club.
11:00 am Check-in/Registration and special contests (cash, check or credit card)
1:00 pm Shotgun Start, dinner to follow (6:30 pm approx.)
Participation fee of $100 per player, includes: 18 hole golf tournament includes cart, goodie bag, refreshments, club valet, use of locker room and showers, unlimited range balls. BBQ Dinner following tournament play; additional dinners available —reservation required!
Various prizes for accomplishments and special sponsored contests. Shoot a Hole-in-One on Hole #TBD and WIN A GRAND PRIZE! Presenting Sponsor Coldwell Banker Award Realtors. Benefiting Sutter Amador Hospital Foundation and Amador STARS.
For an entry form, email awardrealtors@yahoo.com, then return email, or fax entry form to 888-855-8107, or drop off/mail to 836 N. Hwy 49/88, Jackson, Ca 95642. For more information please contact David Carlson (209) 223-2276 or Karen Griffin (209) 639-8170AAUW LIBATIONS & CONVERSATIONS group will not meet in July; the next gathering will be Wednesday, August 13, 5:30-6:30 p.m., at The Cellar in Sutter Creek. The topic of conversation will be “Defining and Finding Work/Life Balance.” AAUW members, prospective members and interested women are invited to join us for lively conversation over no-host drinks. You will be warmly welcomed and it’s a great way to meet new friends in a fun, casual environment. No need to RSVP...just drop in!
AAUW, a national organization, advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. Membership is open to all graduates who hold an associate or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university. For more information, contact Susan at 296-0940 or visit www.aauwamador.org.
DOWNHILL EXTRAVAGANZA! Sat Sept 13 at 4PM in Amador City. Grab your Big Wheels and Come on Down! Ride the hill as many times as you like! Bring your friends and family to join you...or have them come and root for you as you take the hill!
DOWNHILL EXTRAVAGANZA! Sat Sept 13 at 4PM in Amador City. Grab your Big Wheels and Come on Down! Ride the hill as many times as you like! Bring your friends and family to join you...or have them come and root for you as you take the hill!
Every rider must wear a helmet and closed toed shoes. Waivers must be signed. Cost is $5 per person or $20 for a family. Registration is available at the ACRA office or register at the Downhill Extravaganza. Check out the fun-filled thrilling video of the Extravaganza from 2014 on facebook.com/goacra or goacra.org.
What is the Downhill Extravaganza? Watch!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVshMLjX8rEJACKSON 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
TRI-AMADOR LAKE CAMANCHE TRIATHLON - Sprint and Olympic! Sunday, Sept 28. Swim the Waters of Lake Camanche, bike a loop through the beautiful hills of Buena Vista, and Run an out-and-back on the lake-view China Gulch Trail. Awards presented to top finishers and age groups. All participants will receive a t-shirt & swim cap. Shirts guaranteed for registrations prior to Sept. 6
Sprint Individual - $70
Sprint Relay: $95
Olympic Individual-$85
Olympic Relay -$125
Race starts at 7:30 am. Check in begins at 6:30AM. Register online at Active.com, or Amador County Recreation Agency at 209-223-6349 http://goacra.org/programs.html#triathlon
SUTTER CREEK CHILI COOK-OFF & CAR SHOW- Sun Oct 12. Applications are on the web site at: www.suttercreek.org. For more info, contact Lisa Klosowski at 267-1344
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SUTTER CREEK CHILI COOK-OFF & CAR SHOW- Sun Oct 12. Applications are on the web site at: www.suttercreek.org. For more info, contact Lisa Klosowski at 267-1344
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GOVERNMENT MEETINGS:SUTTER CREEK CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Mon at 7 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.
JACKSON PLANNING COMMISSION meets on the 3rd Mon at 7 PM.
AMADOR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS meets on the 2nd & 4th Tues at 8:30 AM
IONE CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Tues at 6 PM
AMADOR COUNTY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT meets on the 2nd & 4th Wed at 6:30 PM
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL meets on 2nd & 4th Thurs at 6:30 PM
AMADOR WATER AGENCY BOARD OF DIRECTORS meets on Thursdays at 9 AM
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July Chamber Mixer at Volcano Communications - Wed July 9- AmadorBusiness.com
CITY OF SUTTER CREEK: The Second Reading of the Outdoor Dining Ordinance has been pushed out to July 7th. I had previously indicated that it would be on June 16th, but it was pushed out.
Amy Gedney
City Manager
Sutter Creek, CA 95685
209-267-5647 ext. 284
OVER-EATERS ANONYMOUS OF 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!
Cottage Food Operations Workshop Series - June 12 & 16 in Jackson
LANGUAGEMEISTER - Translations and private tutoring in French, German and Spanish
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.
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:Cottage Food Operations Workshop Series - June 12 & 16 in Jackson
Save 15% on Classes & Workouts at Team Fitness - AmadorHealth.com
There’s still time to enroll in Environment and Sustainability courses at UC Davis
Team Fitness offers "Reluctant Exerciser Program" - AmadorHealth.com
Van Jones and Terry Tempest Williams to keynote Peak Innovation Conference in Tahoe City -AmadorBusiness.com
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Mother Lode Veterans' Benefits Orientation - Tues Aug 12 - AmadorMilitary.com
SBC to showcase "Sustainable Business Models at Peak Innovation" - October 8-10 - AmadorBusiness.com
--There’s still time to enroll in Environment and Sustainability courses at UC Davis
Team Fitness offers "Reluctant Exerciser Program" - AmadorHealth.com
Van Jones and Terry Tempest Williams to keynote Peak Innovation Conference in Tahoe City -AmadorBusiness.com
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Mother Lode Veterans' Benefits Orientation - Tues Aug 12 - AmadorMilitary.com
SBC to showcase "Sustainable Business Models at Peak Innovation" - October 8-10 - AmadorBusiness.com
KOLO DANCE LESSONS 1-2-3 kick! You can do it! Join choreographer Marija for Kolo Dance Lessons at St. Sava's Church Hall (upstairs) every Tuesday evening beginning June 24th. Wear comfortable shoes. For more information, contact Mary Zellem, 408-460-5581 or email maryzellem@gmail.com
SUMMER DANCE CAMP for Star Dancer Starts in June. Don't miss the dance camp event this Summer for your child. Ages 5 to 18! Starts Tuesday June 17. Call 209-267-9067 for details or questions.
AMADOR CHILDREN’S THEATER WORKSHOP - This is a 4-week Theatre Workshop for girls and boys ages 7-12 with lots of energy and creativity. Last Year’s workshop was a complete success. The workshop will begin with improvisational games, stage direction & stage presence while building confidence through a theatre team. The team will learn all aspects of theatre production ending with 2 live performances. Teaching children respect for others, building self-esteem and reinforcing teamwork to achieve a common goal through performance and fun.
SUMMER DANCE CAMP for Star Dancer Starts in June. Don't miss the dance camp event this Summer for your child. Ages 5 to 18! Starts Tuesday June 17. Call 209-267-9067 for details or questions.
THE CHILDREN’S STUDIO Summer Program 2014. Our Summer Program offers art workshops for youngsters aged 6 through 12. Each workshop meets three days a week, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, for two hours per day, 1 to 3 pm. Class size is limited to 8 students. Reservations and deposit required. $40 per workshop, all materials provided.
This summer we are also offering fabric arts on Tuesday and Wednesday, 10:30 to 12:30 am for children and adults on a continuing bases, that is, reserve as many times as you wish. Group size limited to 6. We’ll start with hand stitching and graduate into machine sewing. $15 per morning, initial materials provided, larger project materials must be purchased. Ages 6 and up.
Painting classes offered on Thursday mornings, 10:30 to 12:30 am on a continuing basis, $15 per day, all materials provided. Group size limited to 6.Ages 6 and up. Reserve as many times as you wish.
Schedule of Art Workshops, Fabric Arts and Painting The Children’s Studio is located at 291 Hanford Street, Sutter Creek, CA . Pamela Sharp, PhD, Director and Teacher. Contact 209-245-3910 or email elshayeb@att.net
July 8, 9, 10 - Automatrons - Simple Robots (construction, gears, etc. Based on an idea from the Exploratorium, San Francisco)
July 15,16,17 - Sculpture in plaster, wood and found materials
July 22, 23, 24 - Clay, hand building
July 29, 30, 31 - Forts and hide-outs from large boxes
June 17, 18, 24, 25, July 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 29, 30. - Fabric - stitchery and sewing
June 19, 26, July 10, 17, 24, 31 - Painting -Media and topic as group chooses
AMADOR CHILDREN’S THEATER WORKSHOP - This is a 4-week Theatre Workshop for girls and boys ages 7-12 with lots of energy and creativity. Last Year’s workshop was a complete success. The workshop will begin with improvisational games, stage direction & stage presence while building confidence through a theatre team. The team will learn all aspects of theatre production ending with 2 live performances. Teaching children respect for others, building self-esteem and reinforcing teamwork to achieve a common goal through performance and fun.
Marty Brifman will be the returning Director with over 30 yrs. of experience.
· June 16th 2014 through July 9th,2014
· Performance dates July 12th and July 13th
· 9am to 12pm Monday through Wednesday
· Cost: $150
· Register now through ACRA 223-6349 or email: AMoyer@Amadorgov.org
ACRA’S SUMMER DAY CAMP AT THE HUB!
For kids ages 7-13 years of age, is an all day camp including games crafts, exploring, building and swimming! The Cost of the Day Camp is $125 per week. The camp will run Monday – Friday (9-5pm)
Each Camper should bring a bag lunch, personal sun screen, swim suit and towel. The fee provides each camper with a t-shirt, water, pool entry and a daily snack, plus opportunity to explore new things, meet new friends, learn new games, and find new confidence in a positive environment.
Minimum of 10 campers are needed for each session.
Special Guests:
Ceramics with Pam Sharp
Circus Arts
Storytelling Through Dance (July 3rd-July 24th)
Drumming for kids (June 3rd – July 24th)
Operation Care Presentation (June 19th – July 31st)
Sign up early! Call Anthony at 223-6349 or email Anthony at amoyer@amadorgov.org
Camp Dates:
June 16th- June 20th
June 23rd-June 27th
June 30 –July 4th
July 7th – July 11th
July 14th- July18th
July 21st –July 25th
July 28th – August 1stLANGUAGEMEISTER - Translations and private tutoring in French, German and Spanish
Genealogy research for clients searching for German ancestors. Member: Sacramento German Genealogy Society (SGGS). Contact information: Elke Duffy 209-296-5302, Email: elkeduffy@gmail.com www.languagemeister.com
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
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.
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.
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Amador County Fair - July 24-27 - AmadorCountyFair.com
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 Rancheria Casino Resort - Events 2014
Main Street Theater Works - MSTW.org
Mother Lode Friends of Music Season Calendar 2013-2014
Sutter Creek Theater - SutterCreekTheater.com
Volcano Theatre Company - volcanotheatre.org
Amador Vintners: Savor an Amador Summer! - AmadorFoodandWine.com
Derby tickets still available at Amador County Fair - LifeInAmador.com
Ticket Pre-Sales for the Amador County Fair now available - LifeInAmador.com
Regal Summer Movie Express - $1 Admission to G or PG films on Tues and Weds - LifeInAmador.com
Main Street Theater Works opens its 2014 season with Moliere’s “Tartuffe” - Mardi Gras-style - June 20 thru July 19 - AmadorArts.com
Gallery 10's Featured Artists for June: Marie Martz-Mort and Anne Ragland - Gallery10SutterCreek.com
Contemporary Christian artist Chris August performs on June 25 at Grace Fellowship in Jackson - AmadorInterfaith.com
SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC! AmadorMusicHub.com
Gallery 10's Featured Artists for June: Marie Martz-Mort and Anne Ragland - Gallery10SutterCreek.com
Contemporary Christian artist Chris August performs on June 25 at Grace Fellowship in Jackson - AmadorInterfaith.com
SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC! AmadorMusicHub.com
ANNUAL PROJECT THANK YOU RAFFLE: Drawing to be held August 31, 2014 during the
Holistic Health & Awareness Fair at Mace Meadow. Need not be present to win.
Tickets are 1 for $5 or 3 for $10 and are available at these locations:
• Possibili-Teas, 25321 Hwy 88 in Pioneer
• Grand Oaks Inn Bed & Breakfast
• Amador Ledger Dispatch (ask for Conni Mac Lean Boyd)
• Century 21 in Lodi (ask for Dixie)
Prizes include:
- 1st: Two nights at Grand Oaks Inn Bed & Breakfast, intimate gourmet dinner in the garden & more. Valued at $650
- 2nd: Wine Country Goodie Basket Valued at $375
- 3rd: Junior Foosball & Sporting Equipment $155
Project Thank You is a California-based 501(c)(3) Corporation. Tax ID 90-0421047
(209) 245-6088 • (800) 690-0896. http://www.projectthankyou.us/
SUTTER CREEK CHILI COOK-OFF & CAR SHOW- Sun Oct 12. Applications are on the web site at: www.suttercreek.org. For more info, contact Lisa Klosowski at 267-1344
SWIMMING POOLS Open for the Summer!
More announcements...
DO YOU HAVE STACKS OF NEWSPAPERS laying around your house, waiting to be recycled? Then please bring them on down to the Busi Parking lot in Jackson behind Mel's. The Boy Scout Troops of Amador County are collecting your newspaper donations and accept on an on-going basis. The large cargo container sits at the very back of the parking lot. There should be pallets next to the dumpster, where everyone can leave their stacks. Anyone can drop off their newspapers 7 days a week, day or night. We ask that you only donate actual newspapers, no glossy advertising, magazines or books. All proceeds directly benefit the various Troops in Amador County. It's a Win-Win for everyone, Scouts, you and the environment! For more information, contact Jenny Fritz at artsychickenfarm@gmail.com
Ione Pool is now open. Plymouth Pool Opening Day: May 31st.
Both Pools open WEEKENDS only until June 8th. Beginning June 9th, both pools will be open daily, hours are from 1-7pm.
Cost:
17 and under=$2
Adults 18-54=$2.50
Seniors (55+)=$2
*Individual Season Pass $45 resident, $55/non
*Family Season Pass $125 resident, $135/non
*Lap Swim Season Pass $45/resident, $55/nonMore announcements...
MSTW NEEDS A PROP: A stuffed raccoon. The second MSTW show, The Golden State, is actually not that prop heavy but we do have a rather odd prop. I'm hoping someone in the know world is in possession of such a thing. We need a taxidermied raccoon. Yes, a stuffed raccoon. Most of the props will be in the prop shop but I know for a fact we don't have a stuffed raccoon. Would it be possible for you to put out a call for the raccoon? Of all the odd things. A stuffed raccoon. I'm still stymied. What are these playwrites thinking? Please email me (Joanne Shugart) if you can help at chulajo@ymail.com
DO YOU HAVE STACKS OF NEWSPAPERS laying around your house, waiting to be recycled? Then please bring them on down to the Busi Parking lot in Jackson behind Mel's. The Boy Scout Troops of Amador County are collecting your newspaper donations and accept on an on-going basis. The large cargo container sits at the very back of the parking lot. There should be pallets next to the dumpster, where everyone can leave their stacks. Anyone can drop off their newspapers 7 days a week, day or night. We ask that you only donate actual newspapers, no glossy advertising, magazines or books. All proceeds directly benefit the various Troops in Amador County. It's a Win-Win for everyone, Scouts, you and the environment! For more information, contact Jenny Fritz at artsychickenfarm@gmail.com
