Friday, August 28, 2015

Friday, August 28, 2015

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: "One of the funny things about the stock market is that every time one person buys, another sells, and both think they are astute."
- William Feather

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News & Announcements
Main Street Theater Works'
"Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike"

MSTW IS IN THE FINAL TWO WEEKENDS of "Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike". Get your tickets now and see this hilarious Tony Award-winning play which delivers "riotous laughter and insight into the challenges of the 21st Century...[Read more]. Tickets and info: www.mstw.org

 CRAFT, BAKE, BRIC-A-BRAC SALE - Sat Aug 29 from 8AM-1PM at the American Legion Hall, 12134 Airport Road, Sutter Creek. For more information, call Charline Buckley, 304-0901 or email charlinebuckley@hotmail.com 

 JACKSON FIRE DEPARTMENT DINNER DANCE - Sat Sept 5 from 6-10PM at the Kennedy Mine in Jackson. BBQ by Laughton Ranch, music by FreezeOut, raffle and silent auction, no host beer and wine. Tickets $50/person or $75 per couple. Call 223-9039. Tickets also available at Jackson City Hall, AAA, and Swensen’s Shoe Store.

 AMADOR COUNTY 2015-16 PROPOSED ADOPTED BUDGET - On Tuesday, September 8 at 9AM, the Amador County Board of Supervisors will hold a Public Hearing and consider adoption of the 2015-16 Proposed Budget. A copy can be found at: http://www.co.amador.ca.us/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/4383/15?curm=9&cury=2015

AAUW LIBATIONS & CONVERSATIONS meets on Tuesday, September 15, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Amador 360, 18590 Hwy 49 in Plymouth.  The topic of conversation is “Carrot vs. stick, internal vs external: what motivates us to succeed?”  Wine by the glass will be available for sale.  Come join the fun and bring a friend!
AAUW is a national organization whose mission is to advance 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 visit www.amador-ca.aauw.net/.

2ND ANNUAL “DRIVE IN ON THE GREEN” AMADOR UPCOUNTRY ROTARY CAR SHOW & 60’s MOVIE - A FREE classic car show and 60’s movie! Saturday, September 26 from 1-9PM. Enjoy Family Fun on the Fairway at Mace Meadows Golf Course in Pioneer. Hot Rods, Craft Faire, and the movie, “The California Kid”. The entire event and movie are FREE…movie starts at 8 p.m. Supporting our Local Youth, Seniors, and Upcountry Community. Donations accepted.
The Amador Upcountry Rotary meets: Thurs. 5:30pm at the St. George in Volcano. Contact Kelly Wolin, Vice-President (209) 304-1152 or dkwolin@wildblue.net

BACK TO SCHOOL TEACHER & STAFF APPRECIATION AT THE CLOTHES MINE! If you're a teacher or school staff member, please enjoy 25% OFF of one regular price pair of jeans or denim capris! We feature Bestow, French Dressing Jeans, Liverpool, Miraclebody and Tru Luxe. (Sizes 2-18, depending on brand. Some petite and plus sizes available. Selection varies by location.) We're open from 10am-6pm daily in Sutter Creek, 267-0417 and Angels Camp, 890-7532. We look forward to seeing you! (Offer expires 8/31/15.) - Tracy Lindenberger.
The Clothes Mine
1262 South Main Street
Angels Camp, CA 95222
209.890.7532
60 Main Street, #2
Sutter Creek, CA 95685
209.267.0417
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SIGN THE PETITION! Petition "Governor Jerry Brown: Save Jackson Highway, Veto AB 652". Our goal is to reach 2,500 signatures and we need more support! You can read more and sign the petition here:

ACART (Amador County Animal Response Team) would like to thank everyone who has helped us put together the supplies necessary to operate a temporary shelter for animals displaced during a disaster like last year’s Sand Fire.
In the extreme fire season we are currently experiencing the need for consolidation and transportation of those supplies is heightened.
ACART has set up a GoFundMe page for the purchase of a large cargo trailer to achieve this goal. Please help us provide a safe haven for our evacuated animal friends by making a contribution at http://www.gofundme.com/ykd5925n.
OBITUARY NOTICES
Obituary notices can be found at: http://www.danerimortuary.com/
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Coming up...
- The Right To Die: Expanding End of Life Options - Fri Aug 28

- COMMUNITY MEETING on the Buena Vista Biomass Power Plant - Sat Aug 29
- Book Debut: Reception for Local Author Elaine Torbas - Sat Aug 29
- Firestone Walker Tap Takeover - Sat Aug 29
- Roaring Camp NY Steak Dinners and Gold Mine Tours through Sept!
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- Amador Council of Tourism Co-op advertising opportunity - Deadline is Thurs Sept 3
- Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash performing at Sutter Creek Provisions - Fri Sept 4
- Labor Day Weekend Tomato Fest in Amador City - Sat Sept 5
- Roaring Camp NY Steak Dinners and Gold Mine Tours through Sept!
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Events in Tri-County area:

AMADOR COUNTY VENDORS SOUGHT FOR CRAFT FAIRE: The Calaveras County Garden Club is currently seeking Artists, Crafters and Food Vendors for its upcoming Garden & Craft Faire, October 24th in Angels Camp.  To request an application or learn more about the event visit the Club's website:  www.CalaverasCountyGardenClub.org
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MORE "Across the River" resources/announcements:
Tri-County Events and More" Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TCEAM/
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Community Calendar

August

JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS SUMMER/FALL SEASON - Registration is now open for Fall 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 Sundays from October 4 to November 8 and each team will have one practice per week starting in mid-September. Cost is $70 first child, $45 second child, $10 third child (max of $125 per household). Fee includes junior USTA membership, t-shirt, season-end party, and awards. Print an application at www.amadortennisclub.org. Registrations must be received by August 29. Register early, space is limited. Preference may be given to those who register first. If you have questions, contact league director, Dan Klement, at 257-1950 or e-mail at danklement1@gmail.com

MASTER GARDENERS PRESENT: FALL & WINTER VEGETABLE GARDENING - On Saturday, August 29 from 9AM to noon, the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County will host a free class on growing fall and winter vegetables. Keep enjoying your own delicious vegetables beyond the summer.  Learn what crops you can grow in cool and cold weather, the time for planting and harvest, and strategies to deal with both heat and cold. Growing onions, leeks, garlic, and shallots will also be covered.  End the class by planting some seeds to take home to start in your garden.
​ This class will be held at the Amador County GSA Building, 12200-B Airport Road Jackson/Martell.​ If you have any questions call the Master Gardeners from 9:00 a.m. Tuesday through Thursday at 223-6838 or e-mail mgamador@ucdavis.edu
ROARING CAMP’S SATURDAY NIGHT NY STEAK DINNERS & GUIDED GOLD MINE TOURS - Only a few a left for this season! Our first Saturday of the month special for September only has a few seats left, so we added another one for Saturday September 19th.  Only 6 Saturdays left this year, don’t miss out! Roaring Camp Mining Company, 209-296-4100, www.roaringcampgold.com
LIVE MUSIC!
8/29/15   Crystal Image
9/5/15     Lovin Country
9/12/15   Slade Rivers Band
9/19/15   Lovin Country
9/26/15   Lovin Country

September+

ACRA BINGO at the American Legion Hall Tuesdays September 1 & 15, Oct. 6 & 20, Nov.*17 & Dec 1 & 15
Doors Open No later than 5:30, 6:15 Early Bird Bingo, 6:30 Regular BINGO
Buy in $10 for $10 games – 6 top. Black out is up to $250!
Sodas are available for purchase (no alcohol served). Feel free to bring your own dinner (no food available) Many Raffle Prizes! We have Pull Tabs….another chance to win! Complimentary Cookies and Coffee! Proceeds go to support Amador County Recreation Agency. After School Program. Call 223-6349 for more information.

THE PROGRESSIVE WOMEN’S COMMITTEE will meet on Thursday, September 3, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. at Thomi's Banquet Room in Jackson. The speaker for September will be Laurie Webb, Executive Director of Senior Services.  Reservations are required and may be made at trestrail@gotsky.com or 209-267-0177 no later than Tuesday, September 1st.  This is an Open Meeting and all those interested are welcome to attend. The buffet luncheon is $15.00 payable at the door by cash or check.

MOTHER LODE NEWCOMERS PRESENT: CHRIS ENSS. Chris Enss is our guest speaker at Mother Lode Newcomer’s on Thursday, September 3rd,  luncheon: She is a New York Times Best Selling author, a scriptwriter and comedienne who has written for television and film, and performed on cruise ships and on stage. Chris has worked with award-winning musicians, writers, directors, producers, and as a screenwriter for Tricor Entertainment, but her passion is for telling the stories of the men and women who shaped the history and mythology of the American West. For more information on Chris Enss: http://chrisenss.com/
Our first luncheon social hour starts at 11:00am, with lunch at 12pm on September 3,,  2015 at Villa Toscano Winery, 10600 Shenandoah Road in Plymouth, CA.   For reservations, please call Linda Daubeneck at (209) 296-1547 or Joanne Silva at (209) 223-2845.  Reservations need to be made by August 24th. Prospective new members are always welcome to attend.

GRANDPARENTS CAFE, once a month, a great place to learn about things to do with the Grandchildren, help and support for the Grandparents raising the Grandkids. Put on by the Resource Connection here in Sutter Creek/Jackson. Next one is the 8th of September, 9AM - 11AM. For more information please call Marla at (209) 256-3750. A great way to meet other Grandparents and build a support unit for us all. Don't miss out on this.

MASTER GARDENERS PRESENT: LATE SUMMER FRUIT TREE PRUNING - The UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County will host a free class on Saturday, September 12 from 9AM-noon at the Sutter Creek, on Ridge Road 1 mile above Hwy. 49 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (come to the rear parking lot area). In this class you will learn when and how to properly prune your fruit trees with demonstration and hands-on pruning experience. Bring your own pruning shears for the Late Summer Fruit Tree Pruning demonstration.
If you have any questions call the Master Gardeners from 9:00 a.m. Tuesday through Thursday at 223-6838 or e-mail mgamador@ucdavis.edu

“PAWS & CLAWS” is an event you won’t want to miss!  This is the 7th annual celebration for Tri County Wildlife Care, complete with gourmet dinner, fun and informative video, raffle and “wild” auction.  Be sure to wear jewelry or clothing decorated with wildlife designs to help us celebrate on Saturday September 12th, 5:30 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 11401 American Legion Drive in Sutter Creek.  Visit www.pawspartners.org to purchase tickets or pick up your RSVP form at the Feed Barn.

LEARN TO SQUARE DANCE IN 10 EASY LESSONS! 10-week square dance class starts Monday, September 14, 2015, 6:30 – 7:30 pm through Monday, November 16. For $30 per person, you get 10 weeks of great fun dancing. Any age is welcome, singles or couples, no special dress required. Music from country to pop. Come try it out at a free Intro to Square Dance evening August 31, 6:30 – 9:00 pm. Amador Senior Center Hall, 229 New York Ranch Rd, Jackson, CA 95642. Register at the door on opening night. For more information visit www.jacksonclaimjumpers.com or call Lucy Hackett at 209-223-4603.

DOWNTOWN WINE-TASTING IN THE STREETS Friday, September 18 from 6-9PM along old highway 49 in downtown Amador City. More than 15 Amador County wineries will pour their wines, the South Sac Jooks will perform, fine cheeses, breads, and small bites will be served. Tickets are $25 in advance at www.PFRotary.org  or $30 at the door.

MASTER GARDENERS PRESENT: LIVING IN THE FOREST - Master Gardeners of Amador County, Janice Johnson and Anne Heisenbuttel, are offering a free class on living in the forest.  This class will teach you how to be a good steward of your property by keeping your forest healthy.  Learn why you should clear brush and thin trees, and how to recognize some common pests and diseases of conifers and oaks.  Learn about the wildlife that share the forest with you and how to live in harmony with them.   This free class is open to the public. Join us Saturday, September 19th, 9 am to noon, at the GSA Building 12200-B Airport Road, Martell.
For questions, call the Master Gardeners of Amador County at the UC Cooperative Extension Office from 10am to noon, Tuesday through Thursday, 223-6838 or email mgamador@ucdavis.edu.  Website:  http://ucanr.edu/mgamador  
2ND ANNUAL “DRIVE IN ON THE GREEN” AMADOR UPCOUNTRY ROTARY CAR SHOW & 60’s MOVIE - A FREE classic car show and 60’s movie! Saturday, September 26 from 1-9PM. Enjoy Family Fun on the Fairway at Mace Meadows Golf Course in Pioneer. Hot Rods, Craft Faire, and the movie, “The California Kid”. The entire event and movie are FREE…movie starts at 8 p.m. Supporting our Local Youth, Seniors, and Upcountry Community. Donations accepted.
The Amador Upcountry Rotary meets: Thurs. 5:30pm at the St. George in Volcano. Contact Kelly Wolin, Vice-President (209) 304-1152 or dkwolin@wildblue.net

TRI-AMADOR TRIATHLON - This Year’s Tri-Amador Triathlon will be held on Sunday, October 4th, 2015.  This is an USAT Sanctioned Triathlon.  If you are not a member we will sign you up, included in the price.  The swim takes place in the waters of Lake Camanche, the bike ride features a loop through the beautiful hills of Buena Vista, and the run is an out-and-back on the lakeview China Gulch Trial.  Race shirts are guaranteed to sign ups prior to Sept. 15th. Sprint Individual is $75 and Sprint Relay is $100. Check in begins at 6:30 am Race starts at 8:30am,  Olympic Individual is $90 and Olympic Relay $130.  Check in begins at 6:30 am and the Race starts at 7:30 am.

SAVE THE DATE! DECLARE YOUR “BIG CRUSH” ON AMADOR COUNTY’S WINE REGION ON OCTOBER 3 & 4! Each year, we celebrate the grape harvest by inviting our friends to join our 42 member wineries and get in on this most exciting time of year.  BIG CRUSH is a grand time to see the harvest in action and this year will be no exception. Saturday, October 3rd & Sunday, October 4th , 2015 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. you’re invited to see the Crush in full swing. Scenes of teeming vineyards, trudging tractors, bustling crush pads are accompanied by incomparable non-stop Amador wine region hospitality! Creative food & wine pairings, a variety of live music, and harvest activities are presented by warm & friendly family wineries.
Please join us and enjoy the sights, sounds, and aromas of this exciting harvest season. Tickets for the “Big Crush,” are good for wine tasting, food and all activities. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass. Tickets will be sold online at www.amadorwine.com beginningAugust 1, 2015. A ticket for your designated driver is only $10. Please drive responsibly and enjoy all that Big Crush weekend has to offer.
For more information on Amador’s “Big Crush” call 1-888-655-8614, e-mail info@amadorwine.com or visit the Amador Vintners website atwww.amadorwine.com

SAVE THE DATE! HARVEST QUILT SHOW - Sierra Gold Quilters’ Guild is hosting their Harvest Quilt Show October 3-4. Since the first Sierra Gold Harvest Quilt Show in 1983, the show has grown in both size and popularity, taking up two buildings at the Amador County Fairgrounds. The quilt show is a major fundraiser for the guild and the proceeds are used to contribute quilts and other items to those in need in the community.
As part of the quilt show, members have created a stunning opportunity quilt, “Farmhouse Kitchen” that will be won by a lucky raffle ticket holder. In addition, there will be a display of the many beautiful quilts created by our members, vendors, a Country Store with many bargains, a small quilt auction, terrific food, and more.
As our quilt show falls on the same weekend as the Amador County Big Crush, visitors to the Gold Country can enjoy a fabulous weekend of wine tasting and quilt appreciation! We hope to see you at the Amador County Fairgrounds, 18621 Sherwood St.  Hwy 49, Plymouth, CA.
Entry is $7.00; spouse and children under 12 are free.
October 3rd and 4th , Saturday 10:00 – 5:00, Sunday 10:00 – 4:00.
Further information:  831-247-1907, by email at beachbreak112@aol.com, or on the guild’s website, www.sgqg.org .
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E-mail your announcements for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com

Meetings
CLICK HERE for the County Government Calendar
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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.
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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OVER-EATERS ANONYMOUS OF JACKSON…if you think you have a problem with food. Everyone is welcome! Every Monday and Friday, 5:30 PM, Sutter Amador Hospital. Oakview Conference Room, in Education Dept on 2nd Floor. Contact Liz, 295-6921.

Classes, Workshops, Seminars
Amador County Recreation Agency (ACRA) - Classes, programs, camps, sports, and more!
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LEARN TO SQUARE DANCE IN 10 EASY LESSONS! 10-week square dance class starts Monday, September 14, 2015, 6:30 – 7:30 pm through Monday, November 16. For $30 per person, you get 10 weeks of great fun dancing. Any age is welcome, singles or couples, no special dress required. Music from country to pop. Come try it out at a free Intro to Square Dance evening August 31, 6:30 – 9:00 pm. Amador Senior Center Hall, 229 New York Ranch Rd, Jackson, CA 95642. Register at the door on opening night. For more information visit www.jacksonclaimjumpers.com or call Lucy Hackett at 209-223-4603.

LOCAL LANGUAGE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES - Bilinguals of all kinds and second language learners have many advantages, intelligence boosting, better job opportunities, higher salaries in public and other types of employment, more job security and best of all the study of another language is fun and provides protection against dementia, the scourge of aging America!  If you are ready to begin language studies now, or resume them in or around Amador county, I can help you find a way to get started whether through tutoring, classes, videos or tapes, on the internet, using music or television, geared to your style of learning and in the time that you have available. The secret of getting ahead is getting started and this is something people tend to put off for years, to their detriment. Expand your mind, and your horizons. Take the first step and call Profe Nora at 223-3322 for free advice.

LANGUAGEMEISTER - 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

SALSA DANCE CLASS for Men and Women. Salsa is a type of music and dance of Hispanic origin.  Salsa Music is based on Cuban music.  Salsa is a dance that has easy steps to pick up.  So the time it takes you to learn your first few steps and be able to dance Salsa is far, far shorter that you might think.This class is taught by Amel Tafsout who studied Salsa and Afro Cuban dances in Havana, Cuba.  Classes are on Wednesday evenings,April   29 – May 27, from 7 – 8pm, at the HUB  206B Main St. Jackson. The Cost will be $75. For More Information call ACRA at 223-6349 or email bnichols@amadorgov.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

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. 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

Events & Activities
Main Street Theater Works - MSTW.org
Sutter Creek Theater - SutterCreekTheater.com
Volcano Theatre Company - volcanotheatre.org
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KENNEDY MINE HISTORIC SURFACE TOURS continue through Oct 31. Tours are given from 10am to 3pm. Contact: info@kennedygoldmine.com or 223-9542
More announcements...
Stolen Art in Jackson - Reward Offered
Amador County 4-H Open Enrollment Going on Now!
Job Opportunities at Steve Stymeist
Call to Artists: Jackson Mural Project - Deadline is Oct 1
Stolen Art in Jackson - Reward Offered

RIGHTURN: VOLUNTEERS & MENTORS NEEDED - The Kiwanis Club of Amador County will be sponsoring a Righturn.Club at a local elementary school. We are looking for assistance in getting this off the ground. We need mentors, facilitators, and helpers. The 10 week program, meeting after school twice a week for 90 minutes this fall, will give obese kids the help they need to make a right turn in their eating habits and fitness. If interested contact founder, Thomas Moraitis.  Thomas@Righturn.Club.
  You don't have to be an athlete, a teacher, or in perfect shape to be a mentor. HS and college students, retired folks, people who have flexible schedules at work are ideal. The helpers will prepare healthy snacks for 40 twice a week, food provided and deliver to school. The facilitators will help with the program in making craft items for the kids, like booklets, magnets and name badges. All supplies paid for by Kiwanis of Amador County.
  Want to start a Righturn.Club in your area? Thomas will give you all you need to start one, and speak to your local Kiwanis Club to provide the funding. No cost to students. All mentors will be screened for the safety of the kids. Visit www.Righturn.Club to learn more.

ART IN PUBLIC PLACES - The Amador County Artist Association (ACAA) has several benefits to being a member, one of those being Art in Public Places, where the artist can get regular exposure to build a reputation and occasionally make a sale with no commission fees.  This program also gives the location the opportunity to be known for original art on their walls and to promote awareness of original art. The exhibits rotate every 2 months.
Our current locations include Rosebud’s Cafe (downtown Jackson); the Superior Court of CA, County of Amador; American River Bank; Amador Senior Center; Sierra Eye Care; Amador Residential Care; Jackson Paint Spot; and Castle Oaks Golf Club in Ione.  Currently, the program has a good balance of artists to locations. New artists and locations are always welcome.  If you would like more information, contact Colleen Williams, Committee Chairperson, colleenwill@volcano.net or (209) 295-2877.

THE HEALING WORD Foursquare Gospel Church Morning Service 10:30 AM with complimentary lunch immediately after. 6:00 Sunday Night Service. A New Wednesday night Bible Study on prayer called, Penetrating The Darkness, by Jack Hayford at 6:00.  Men’s breakfast Sept 19, 9:00.  Women’s breakfast Sept 26, 9:00. Guest speaker Adele Messier. We are located at 20005 Hwy. 88, Pine Grove— or Call 296-7283 — or visit thehealingwordchurch.org

RIGHTURN: VOLUNTEERS & MENTORS NEEDED - The Kiwanis Club of Amador County will be sponsoring a Righturn.Club at a local elementary school. We are looking for assistance in getting this off the ground. We need mentors, facilitators, and helpers. The 10 week program, meeting after school twice a week for 90 minutes this fall, will give obese kids the help they need to make a right turn in their eating habits and fitness. If interested contact founder, Thomas Moraitis.  Thomas@Righturn.Club.
  You don't have to be an athlete, a teacher, or in perfect shape to be a mentor. HS and college students, retired folks, people who have flexible schedules at work are ideal. The helpers will prepare healthy snacks for 40 twice a week, food provided and deliver to school. The facilitators will help with the program in making craft items for the kids, like booklets, magnets and name badges. All supplies paid for by Kiwanis of Amador County.
  Want to start a Righturn.Club in your area? Thomas will give you all you need to start one, and speak to your local Kiwanis Club to provide the funding. No cost to students. All mentors will be screened for the safety of the kids. Visit www.Righturn.Club to learn more.

ART IN PUBLIC PLACES - The Amador County Artist Association (ACAA) has several benefits to being a member, one of those being Art in Public Places, where the artist can get regular exposure to build a reputation and occasionally make a sale with no commission fees.  This program also gives the location the opportunity to be known for original art on their walls and to promote awareness of original art. The exhibits rotate every 2 months.
Our current locations include Rosebud’s Cafe (downtown Jackson); the Superior Court of CA, County of Amador; American River Bank; Amador Senior Center; Sierra Eye Care; Amador Residential Care; Jackson Paint Spot; and Castle Oaks Golf Club in Ione.  Currently, the program has a good balance of artists to locations. New artists and locations are always welcome.  If you would like more information, contact Colleen Williams, Committee Chairperson, colleenwill@volcano.net or (209) 295-2877.

BE A CASA VOLUNTEER and change a life! The Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program is looking for new volunteers to work with abused and neglected children. The volunteers are trained and work with a child referred by the Court. A training class for prospective volunteers is going to start on September 14. Classes will be held in Jackson. For more information about the program, please contact John at 257-1980 or by email at jstettler@nexusyfs.org  
Thanks,
John Stettler, Program Coordinator
Amador CASA Program
1001 Broadway, Suite 201 (mail to:  Suite 203)
Jackson, CA   95642
209-257-1980

CRAFTERS NEEDED for the Chili Cook-Off and Car Show on Sunday, October 11. We are in search of quality crafters who would like to have a booth at the north end of town in the parking lot, across of Sutter Creek Wine Tasting. All new crafters will be juried. For more information on the Chili Cook-Off and Car Show, and for a vendor application, visit www.suttercreek.org and click on events. Fill out and return ASAP to guarantee a spot! It is a great day! Any questions, call Linda at the Creeky Cupboard 209 267-9314.

GET UP TO $300 FOR YOUR OLD WOOD STOVE - Sierra Hearth & Home is proud to announce that it is part of a nationwide effort for cleaner air.  Now through August 31st, 2015, during Jøtul North America’s third annual Wood Stove Changeout Program, http://jotul.com/us/CAMPAIGN, consumers can bring their current non-EPA-certified stoves to Sierra Hearth & Home, in exchange for a voucher valued at up to $300* toward any current Jøtul wood or gas stove or fireplace insert.  For all vouchers that are redeemed at Sierra Hearth & Home, Jøtul will make a donation to Operation BBQ Relief, http://operationbbqrelief.org/
Old Stoves can be dropped off at Sierra Hearth & Home, 619-B South Hwy 49, Jackson, California between 8:30 am – 9:30 am Monday – Friday, or may be picked up from your home with a scheduled appointment. Non-EPA stoves that are exchanged during the changeout will be rendered unusable and recycled.
Because EPA-certified wood stoves emit approximately 70 percent less pollution than older conventional stoves, owners who make the change from a non-EPA stove can directly affect local air quality. In addition to being environmentally friendly, EPA-certified stoves can be 50 percent more efficient and burn up to 1/3 less wood than older models.
For more information or to schedule a pick up, call Sierra Hearth & Home at 209-223-4007, www.sierrahearthandhome.net

INTERFAITH FOOD BANK VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! The Interfaith Food Bank is trying to rebuild its volunteer roster.  If you are looking to fill some time, build your resume, get some exercise, and give back to the community, the Food Bank has a variety of opportunities to do so. We are looking for volunteers to work both on-call and weekly shifts. Please email or call Assistant Program Coordinator Claire Gunselman cgfeedamador@gmail.com or 209-267-9006.
Positions available: 18 years and older
Warehouse   Sort, bag, and shop for client orders and help clients to their vehicles.  Some lifting up to 25 pounds
Food pick up   Rides with driver to pick up and drop off food donations.  Requires some lifting up to 40 pounds and weekend shifts available
Drivers   Drive Isuzu box van, Sprinter van, and/or International Diesel Bob Tail to pick up and drop off food donations. Print-out of DMV record required (fee reimbursed upon request).  Some lifting up to 40 pounds and weekend shifts available.
Please consider supporting this need.
Thank you,
Thomas Thompson
Executive Director
Interfaith Council of Amador
12181 Airport Rd.
Jackson, CA  95642
209-267-9006
209-267-9008 fax
feedamador@gmail.com

CALL TO ARTISTS: ATTENTION GRAPHIC DESIGNERS! We need your help. If you're good at logo design, please consider adding your time and talents to our community-based effort.
The Amador-Calaveras Consensus Group is a community-based organization that works to create fire-safe communities, healthy forests and watersheds, and sustainable local economies in Amador and Calaveras counties. We started work in 2008, but have never had a proper logo. Now that we're going to have a real website, it's time for us to have a logo, too.
The logo should reflect our mission, above, and our focus on balancing the environment, economy and community. You can read more about the group, its diverse members, and its work here:
https://acconsensus.wordpress.com/
HALLOWEEN HAUNT 2015 is coming up soon and we are in need of our wonderful scary volunteers to help make this awesome event a success once again.
If you would like to volunteer to be a part of our cast or crew please come to the Castle Aug 1st at 2pm for our 1st mandatory meeting. We will be assigning roles and planning workdays, makeup classes and actor training. The haunt will be 5 nights this year Oct 16,17, 23, 24, 30 with our Costume Ball on the 31.
We need actors, designers, graphic artists,lighting and sound techs, security, merchandise sales,makeup artists and just individuals who love Halloween.
Please email us your volunteer information to prestoncastletours@sbcglobal.net
It's a frightfully Good Time! www.prestoncastle.com

THE AMADOR COUNTY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD is seeking new Members. The ACBHAB advises the Board of Supervisors and the Health and Human Services Director of the needs of the local mental health program pursuant to the California Welfare and Institutional Code Section 5604. Applicants must be residents of Amador County or healthcare professionals who work with residents of Amador County, but live outside the county.
If you are interested in additional information and the opportunity to serve please contact Dr. Arnie Zeiderman at  arnyzdoc@sbcglobal.net or 209-267-1308.

"NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH" FACEBOOK GROUP - "Neighborhood Watch" group is a closed group of Amador County citizens who keep their "ear to the ground" and eyes open. Join today! https://www.facebook.com/groups/221363027993377/

FREE GREEN WASTE RECYCLING IN SUTTER CREEK: A dumpster has been placed at the Sutter Creek Fire District Station One, 350 Hanford Street, for yard waste recycling. This service is available to ALL Amador County citizens. Only small yard pruning are accepted, no large limbs, stumps, garbage, appliances or construction debris.

THE MONTEVERDE GENERAL STORE MUSEUM, one of Sutter Creek’s most beloved and historical buildings, got a much needed fresh look recently, with new paint and store name. The City of Sutter Creek, Sutter Creek Community Benefit Foundation and donations from visitors and volunteers, made it possible for the Museum to look like new again. Read more...

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AT MOTHER LODE JOB TRAINING - Mother Lode Job Training (MLJT -formerly Job Connection)  has Scholarship and Training funds available for eligible Adults and Dislocated Workers. Last program year, we awarded $297,000 in scholarships to eligible participants in fields from Medical Assisting, Truck Driving, Welding and more! Eligibility conditions do apply, so contact MLJT for more information and to see if you qualify. We are now located in the Health and Human Services building located at 10877 Conductor Blvd., Suite 700, in Sutter Creek. Hours of operation are Monday – Thursday, 8 AM – 4:30 PM, closed from 12 PM to 1 PM, and closed Fridays. Contact MLJT at 223-3341, or visit the website at www.mljt.org

AMADOR POLITICAL DISCUSSION GROUP on Facebook! Have something to say? Join today! https://www.facebook.com/groups/amadorpolitics/

“FINDING THE MOTHER LODE” - Movie by Gianfranco Norelli and Suma Kurien. Features the unique migration of the Italians to Amador County and the West Coast.Italian Immigrants in Amador County and the West Coast. Available for purchase now! This movie is slated to be shown on PBS sometime in the future. Featuring Amador historians Carolyn Fregulia, Doug Ketron and John Leggett. Unabridged copy: $25 total at the ACRA office. On Amazon: $28.95 plus tx. and handling. For more information call 223-6349.

LGBT - Let’s Discover Our Purpose Together, Peace, Understanding, Love & Life. We’ll PULL together! We will discuss issues that have shaped our past, present and future. Exploring avenues for renewed growth and peace will be an integral part of our time together. Class sponsored by Resources for Humanity, a non-profit 501c3. Those interested should contact Duke at 916-425-6393.

PHONE NUMBERS for Upcountry Community, Ione Family Resource, & Camanche Lake Community Centers:
Upcountry Community Center
19386 Hwy 88
Pine Grove, CA 95665
P: (209) 296-2785
F: (209) 296-2782
Ione Family Resource Center
17 S. Buena Vista Rd.
Ione, CA 95640
P: (209) 274-4655
F: (209) 274-4665
Camanche Lake Community Center
4419 Camanche Pkwy N.
Ione, CA 95640
P: (209) 763-2720
F: (209) 763-2740

DOCENTS NEEDED for Monteverde Museum. Presently, the museum is only opened two days out of each month.  When the museum is opened we usually have 20 plus visitors a day.  Local folks, visitors, in state and out of state are always happy to be able to go inside the store and experience the feeling of days gone by. Many will say it is like stepping back in time. Many will also say, they have been through Sutter Creek before and to their dismay the store has been closed.
 It would be beneficial for Sutter Creek if the museum would be opened more often. Unfortunately, we have a shortage of docents.  Presently, we have only 4 active docents to open the museum. We really need people to volunteer to just have the doors open to the public. If you know of anyone who has free time to do possibly one day a month, or even a few hours one day a month, please let us know.
 Still reaching out for other ideas to encourage folks to volunteer time. If you have any ideas please forward to me at rkf48@aol.com

AMADOR SENIOR VISITORS PROGRAM NEEDS VOLUNTEERS. Join a great group of people working in the community to help our Senior Citizens live safer, healthier lives. Please call Eileen at 223-0442 for information about how you can help!

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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