QUOTE OF THE WEEK: "May the greater fire be the one in each of our hearts that spreads to serve each other in times of tragedy, as well as in times of peace."
- Carol Harper
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News & Announcements
LATE SUMMER FRUIT TREE PRUNING CLASS RESCHEDULED: The UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County will host a free class on Saturday, September 26 from 9AM-noon. 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.
Location: 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.
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.
Thank you for all you do to support this community!
ANTIQUE MUSICAL ORGAN RALLY - Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 26 – 27 2015. Experience the music of yesteryear! Unusual musical band organs from all over the country and their colorful owners, performing on Main Street, Saturday and Sunday. Free indoor concert at Jackson United Methodist Church on Sunday. A one-of-a-kind opportunity for the whole family! Free, on Main Street, Jackson.
Sat: 10 am – 4 pm, throughout Main Street, Jackson
Sun: 10 am – noon, Main Street. 1 pm, Concert at Jackson Methodist Church, 120 Church St, Jackson. For more information, contact: Amador Council of Tourism, 209-267-9249.
Or click on the link below:
http://www.touramador.com/musical-organ-rally?width=600px&height=400px&inline=true#colorbox-inline-713585420
17TH ANNUAL ART ON THE LAWN IS STILL ON: After much discussion and consideration we have decided to remain on schedule with our Hospice of Amador & Calaveras’ 17th Annual Art on the Lawn Fundraiser next Friday night, Sept 25th. During the past week we have experienced significant challenges including the temporary relocation of 10 hospice patients, evacuating (and then returning to) our administrative office as fire raced down the hill behind us coming within 5-10 feet of our building, trying to support staff members who have been displaced both temporarily and permanently etc. I am pleased to report that at the end of this day each patient will be returning safely to their homes or are being moved to a more permanent location. (With the exception of those who have moved out of the area). Our administrative office was restored quickly and is back up and running at 100% (Thanks to the amazing work by fire personnel whose helicopters and staff were on the scene within 5 minutes thus preventing our office from being overtaken by flames). In addition, both Thrift Stores have reopened this week and we, like everyone else impacted by this tragedy, are continuing to do our best to begin the process of full recovery. Our stores are providing support where they can in both Amador and Calaveras Counties.
In the middle of all of this if you are able to come out next Friday night to support our Fundraiser that would be fabulous and please pass the word. We will be allocating a portion of the event’s proceeds to aid our patients, families, and staff members who have displaced. Tickets are still available. Please spread the word as we need your support more than ever! Call 223-5500 or visit www.hospiceofamador.org Thank you for your support of our hospice mission and our ability to continue to care for our patients and families who have been affected by this devastating wildfire.
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Coming up...
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- Downtown Wine-Tasting in the Streets - Fri Sept 18
- Darcel Sings the Blues on Friday, Sept 18 at Bella Grace
- Days of 49 Celebration - Sunday, Sept 20
- "A Taste of Germany": Oktoberfest Returns to the Gold Country - Sat Sept 19
- ACAA Open Studios - Sept 19 & 20
- Trinity invites you to celebrate National Back to Church Sunday - Sun Sept 20
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- NAMI Sept and Oct meetings present speakers on Personality Disorders and Therapy Dogs - Sept 22, October 27 and Nov 17
- Student & Volunteer Recognition Night - Wed Sept 23
- Downtown Wine-Tasting in the Streets - Fri Sept 18
- Darcel Sings the Blues on Friday, Sept 18 at Bella Grace
- Days of 49 Celebration - Sunday, Sept 20
- "A Taste of Germany": Oktoberfest Returns to the Gold Country - Sat Sept 19
- ACAA Open Studios - Sept 19 & 20
- Trinity invites you to celebrate National Back to Church Sunday - Sun Sept 20
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- NAMI Sept and Oct meetings present speakers on Personality Disorders and Therapy Dogs - Sept 22, October 27 and Nov 17
- Student & Volunteer Recognition Night - Wed Sept 23
- 7th Annual Art on the Lawn at Karmere Winery - Fri Sept 25
- Roaring Camp NY Steak Dinners and Gold Mine Tours through Sept!
- Raising a Fall Garden - Sat Sept 26
- 2nd Annual "Drive In On The Green" - Sat Sept 26
- Roaring Camp NY Steak Dinners and Gold Mine Tours through Sept!
- Raising a Fall Garden - Sat Sept 26
- 2nd Annual "Drive In On The Green" - Sat Sept 26
- Amador Veteran's Charity Golf Tournament - Sat Sept 26
- A-PAL Humane Society's "Bark in the Park" - Sat Sept 26
- Moondog's Moon Bash 3 - Sat Sept 26 - CANCELLED
- Davis Ranch Gourd Festival - Sept 26-27
- Antique Musical Organ Rally comes to Main Street Jackson - Sept 26 -27
OCTOBER
- UC Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners of Amador and El Dorado announce Training 2016 - Apply by Oct 1
- Call to Artists: City of Jackson Mural Project - Deadline is Oct 1
- Pioneer Elementary School "Night Out for Pioneer" - Sat Oct 3
- "The Big Crush": Amador Vintners Harvest Wine Festival - Oct 3 & 4
- Sierra Gold Quilters’ Guild hosts annual "Harvest Quilt Show" - Oct 3 & 4
- Will Durst Comedy Night - Sun Oct 11
- Internet Safety Course - Sat Oct 24
- Amador Community College Foundation Presents: “La Bella Notte” - Sat Nov 7
2016
Save The Date! Mother Lode Highland Games and Gathering - June 18-19, 2016
- A-PAL Humane Society's "Bark in the Park" - Sat Sept 26
- Moondog's Moon Bash 3 - Sat Sept 26 - CANCELLED
- Davis Ranch Gourd Festival - Sept 26-27
- Antique Musical Organ Rally comes to Main Street Jackson - Sept 26 -27
OCTOBER
- UC Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners of Amador and El Dorado announce Training 2016 - Apply by Oct 1
- Call to Artists: City of Jackson Mural Project - Deadline is Oct 1
- Pioneer Elementary School "Night Out for Pioneer" - Sat Oct 3
- "The Big Crush": Amador Vintners Harvest Wine Festival - Oct 3 & 4
- Sierra Gold Quilters’ Guild hosts annual "Harvest Quilt Show" - Oct 3 & 4
- Will Durst Comedy Night - Sun Oct 11
- Internet Safety Course - Sat Oct 24
- Amador Community College Foundation Presents: “La Bella Notte” - Sat Nov 7
2016
Save The Date! Mother Lode Highland Games and Gathering - June 18-19, 2016
Newsletters
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"ACROSS THE RIVER"
Events in Tri-County area:
2nd ANNUAL CALAVERAS “FIT & SAFE” SENIOR EXPO - Thursday, October 15 at the Calaveras Senior Center, 956 Mountain Ranch Road in San Andreas. Meet and greet your local fire, police and ambulance crews, and learn about great offerings from local community outreach programs and your local health providers.
Want to be a vendor? Email: Beth Platz aceathomecare@gmail.comAMADOR 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
September
AMADOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY WINE & CHEESE TASTING FUNDRAISER - Friday, September 18 from 6-8 pm at the Amador County Museum, 225 Church Street in Jackson. $15 per person. Proceeds benefit the Amador County Museum.
STILL BOOKED! Amador City hosts its 9th annual DOWNTOWN WINE event on Friday, September 18, from 6:00-9:00 PM. With more than 15 Amador County wineries participating, artisan breads, cheeses, and small bites being served, toe-tapping music by the fabulous South Sac Jooks, this event is sure to please. Sponsored by the Plymouth/Foothills Rotary Club and the Goldpan Merchant’s association, proceeds benefit local charities and non-profits. Tickets are $25 in advance at www.PFRotary.org or $30 at the door.
AMADOR DEMOCRATS will be presenting the movie "G-Dog" on Saturday, September 19th at noon at our office in the Mother Lode Plaza, 557 So. Hwy 49, Suite 3, Jackson, California.
G-DOG is a story about second chances - about the charismatic visionary Greg Boyle, a Jesuit priest who rescues kids from gangs and launching the nation's largest, most successful gang intervention and rehab program, Homeboy Industries, now an international model. The film tells the entertaining, often hilarious story of how Father Boyle, called G-Dog by homies, became a gang expert using a powerful idea: "Nothing Stops a Bullet Like a Job." By providing job training, tattoo removal, counseling, yoga, fatherhood and substance abuse classes - all free, Homeboy in Los Angeles has a 70% success rate at saving kids at-risk from gang life, rescuing thousands of former gang members. It's the one place in the 'hood that turns lives around and builds a productive future for young men and women. It's a place of hope and kinship, a community when Father Boyle says, "no matter what, the day won't ever come where I withdraw and withhold, or cut you off..that day won't ever come."
Please join us to view this uplifting and feel good movie.
If you have further questions, please call.
Steve Christensen
267-0615
DAYS OF 49 IS ON! SUNDAY SEPT. 20 IN JACKSON
Sunday Sept. 20 is this year's Days of 49 Celebration on Main Street, Jackson -- even better (and bigger) than last year. All events free to the public!
Enjoy the Wagon Train parade at 10:30 a.m. and Amador County living history festivities immediately following until 5 pm -- all on Main Street, Jackson. We have a fantastic line-up of entertainment, activities and living history exhibits planned. Live music includes:
- Slade Rivers Band
- Maria Behm & Her Dawn Riders
- Black Irish Band
- Old Soles
Don't miss free Carriage Rides, Gunfights, Old West Melodrama, Medicine Show, kids games and crafts!
Join us at Days of 49 in Jackson to celebrate the pioneer spirit that lives today in California’s Gold Country!
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
IONE HIGH SCHOOL REUNION - Sat Sept 19 at Preston Castle, 900 Palm Drive, Ione. 6-7:30, Self Guided Tours; 7-8 Tacos, Rice & Beans Dinner; 7-11, No Host Cocktails & Music.
Tickets are $20 per person (on or before Sept 1, $25 per person after Sept 1. PayPal payments available on www.PrestonCastle.com. Payments can also be mailed to Nancy Swensen at P.O. Box 1056, Jackson CA 95642. Be sure to include your name, class year, and email address. No refunds!
Find them on Facebook at Ione High School Reunion!
ACCF MEETING: WE ARE POSTPONING THE SEPTEMBER MEETING OF THE AMADOR COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION UNTIL THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH AT 2:30 PM IN CONFERENCE ROOM C OF THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE AT 810 COURT STREET. WE HOPE YOU ARE SAFE AND PRAY FOR THE SWIFT RESOLUTION OF THIS CRISIS.
PLEASE TAKE CARE. THANKS TO ALL FIREFIGHTERS, EMERGENCY RESPONDERS, LAW ENFORCEMENT, NEWS MEDIA AND VOLUNTEERS WHO HAVE WORKED TIRELESSLY FOR OUR SAFETY.
THANK YOU,
Karen Dickerson,
ACCF Secretary
209-482-1369
karenltd@volcano.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 October
ACRA BINGO at the American Legion Hall Tuesdays CANCELLED September 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.
ACRA Bingo is cancelled for Tues. Sept 15th at the American Legion Hall Next Bingo Oct. 6th!
ACRA Bingo is cancelled for Tues. Sept 15th at the American Legion Hall Next Bingo Oct. 6th!
THE PROGRESSIVE WOMEN’S COMMITTEE will meet on Thursday October 1, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. at Thomi's Banquet Room in Jackson. The speaker for October will be Barbara Barrigan-Parrilla Executive Director of Restore the Delta Barbara will update us on the current state of The Tunnels. October 30 is the last day for making public comments about the tunnels.
Reservations are required and may be made by contacting Sally at trestrail@gotsky.com no later than Tuesday, September 29th (sooner if possible). This is an Open Meeting and all those interested are welcome to attend.
The buffet luncheon is $15.00 which includes an entree, salad, vegetarian offering,
various drinks, coffee, tea, dessert, tax and tip. Pay at the door - cash (the exact amount is appreciated) or personal check only.
NOTE, and this is important: If you make a reservation and cannot attend, Please call 267-0177 to cancel by Wednesday, September 30th at noon.If you have made a reservation and do not attend, you may be billed for the luncheon.
To register visit: http://www.active.com/ione-ca-ca/triathlon/races/tri-amador-2015
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
CHILI COOK-OFF & TASTING - Sunday, October 4 from 12-4PM at the Masonic Cave Picnic Grounds in Volcano. Judging starts at 12 Noon. $25 entry fee for cooks, $5 per vote, no limit on votes. Tasting is free after the judging.
This is a fundraiser to encourage reading through the Biks for Books program.
Sponsored by the Volcano Amador Masonic Lodge
Contact Greg at 296-7782, volcanoamador56@gmail.com or on the web
SIERRA GOLD QUILTERS' 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 .
The Awards Dinner will be held at the American Legion Hall in Martell on Saturday, November 7. No host cocktails are at 6PM, followed by dinner at 7PM. Tickets for the dinner are $30. Call 267-1820 for more information.
SEEKING NOMINATIONS FOR AMADOR COUNTY PEACE OFFICER & CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD 2015 - The Amador County peace officer’s Association is seeking nominations for Peace officer and Citizen of the Year for 2015. Any nominations should include a brief statement to support the nomination. Please submit nominations to: ACPOA, ℅ Awards Committee, P.O. Box 1632, Sutter Creek, 85685-1632 on or before Wednesday, October 7. The Awards Committee will be selecting this year’s winner at our October 8th meeting.
The Awards Dinner will be held at the American Legion Hall in Martell on Saturday, November 7. No host cocktails are at 6PM, followed by dinner at 7PM. Tickets for the dinner are $30. Call 267-1820 for more information.
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E-mail your announcements for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com
Opinions & Issues
EDITORIAL: The Greater Fire - Carol Harper
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Sign the Petition for Recall on ACUSD Superintendent Glock
Amador residents speak out against AWA rate increase
D.NORMAN: Dollar General On the MoveLETTER TO THE EDITOR: Sign the Petition for Recall on ACUSD Superintendent Glock
Amador residents speak out against AWA rate increase
MARK BENNETT: The Formula for Economic Freedom
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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YouTube: Challenges at the Amador Superior Court
NAMI Meetings present Carla Fry on Personality Disorders through October
NAMI Meetings present Carla Fry on Personality Disorders through October
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
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...
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
Photographer Michelle Lee is September's Featured Artist at Sutter Creek Gallery
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY: TOM McCLINTOCK - Full and part-time internship opportunities are available for the fall semester in both my Washington, DC, and Roseville offices. Interns will get to see the legislative process from the inside, help with research, and contribute directly to projects. While this is an unpaid internship, we are happy to work with current students looking to receive college credit for their internship.
If you or someone you know is interested, please send a resume and cover letter to my intern coordinator at Intern@mail.house.gov.Please use "Fall 2015 McClintock Internship" in the subject line. Thank you, and I look forward to meeting this semester's new interns.
Sincerely,
Tom 
JACKSON CINEMAS NOW HIRING: Contact: Todd Daley, General Manager, Jackson Cinemas 4 #1825, 201 Shopping Dr., Jackson. Phone: 209-223-2506. Fax: 209-223-9447
SEEKING NOMINATIONS FOR AMADOR COUNTY PEACE OFFICER & CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD 2015 - The Amador County peace officer’s Association is seeking nominations for Peace officer and Citizen of the Year for 2015. Any nominations should include a brief statement to support the nomination. Please submit nominations to: ACPOA, ℅ Awards Committee, P.O. Box 1632, Sutter Creek, 85685-1632 on or before Wednesday, October 7. The Awards Committee will be selecting this year’s winner at our October 8th meeting.
The Awards Dinner will be held at the American Legion Hall in Martell on Saturday, November 7. No host cocktails are at 6PM, followed by dinner at 7PM. Tickets for the dinner are $30. Call 267-1820 for more information.
VIA CITIZEN REPORT: Please click on the link below to vote for Amador Football to be on TV! Fox 40 is going to do a live broadcast of the game from the team that gets the most votes. Voting closes soon, so please do it now. This would be a wonderful experience for Amador.
Thanks so much!
Lisa Klosowski
Director: Sutter Creek Visitor Center
Papa Murphy’s Final Quarter Friday Night Fan Favorite | FOX40
http://fox40.com/2015/08/21/vote-now-papa-murphys-final-quarter-friday-night-fan-favorite
ATTENTION GOLDEN CHAIN MEMBERS, VENDORS & FRIENDS: Our inventory of the large, 25 inch by 38 inch laminated Golden Chain Poster map was exhausted. After seriously questioning the wisdom of replenishing the inventory at my age, I bit the bullet and ordered a new supply in a quantity that allowed me to retain the original pricing structure of $40.00 retail.
Wholesale will be $20.00 per map on orders of 3 maps or greater. For those with a suitable display location a single display copy will be available for $20.00.
All orders at this time will be greatly appreciated, to offset the capital expenditure required to secure enough maps to enable me to offer this price.
Pat Crosby, President
Golden Chain Council of the Mother Lode
209-267-0115 crosbypat99@comcast.net
P O Box 426
Sutter Creek, CA 95685
HELP THE AMADOR BOYS SOCCER REACH THEIR GOAL!
To donate, go to:
https://app.snap-raise.com/fundraisers/4222/participant/118218
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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:
THE HEALING WORD Foursquare Gospel Church -Sunday Morning Service 10:30 AM with complimentary lunch immediately after. A new Wednesday night Bible Study on prayer called, Penetrating The Darkness, by Jack Hayford at 6:00 PM. Men’s breakfast Sept 19th, 9:00 AM. Women’s breakfast Sept 26th, 9:00 AM. Guest speaker Adele Messier. Sunday Night Service 6:00 PM. Stop by 20005 Hwy. 88, Pine Grove—or Call 296-7283 — or visit thehealingwordchurch.org.
JOB OPPORTUNITY: CUSTODIAN I - The Amador County Facilities Department is currently seeking a part-time Custodian I. The ideal candidate will perform a variety of cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, scrubbing floors, vacuum rugs and carpet, waxes and polishes furniture and woodwork, cleans hallways, lobbies, restrooms and offices; cleans ceilings, walls, blinds and light fixtures, empties and cleans waste receptacles, polishes metal works, cleans and disinfect restrooms. Prior experience in custodial work is highly desirable.
- Job Type: Part Time
- Salary / Pay Rate: $12.21-14.84/hr
- Post Date: 09/01/2015
- Expire Date: 09/09/2015 5:00 PM
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:
CHILD CARE RESOURCE & REFERRAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES - The Resource Connection Child Care Resource and Referral program is seeking team members that have a commitment to accessible, affordable and quality child care for families in Amador and Calaveras counties. We are accepting applications for the following positions:
Child Care Subsidy Coordinator for R&R in both our Amador and Calaveras offices. Two yrs. exp. working with families req. ability to pass a criminal record clearance. College coursework in ECE or similar field preferred. PT/20 - 24/hr/wk. Salary DOE.
Child Care Resource and Referral Coordinator. Responsibilities include day-to-day operation of the Resource & Referral Dept. in our Amador office. Requirements: 12 core units in ECE or CD with two yrs. exp. working with families and young children in child care or related setting, ability to pass a criminal record clearance, AA in ECE preferred. PT/28 /hr/wk. Salary DOE.
Child Care Resource and Referral Trainer. Responsibilities include recruiting, training and providing technical assistance to child care providers in our Calaveras service area. Requirements: 12 core units in ECE or CD with a commitment to continue education to meet AS or AA in ECE. Two yrs. exp. In child care and development working with children and adults, ability to pass a criminal record clearance. PT/20 /hr/wk. Salary DOE.
For all positions, send cover letter, resume, and application to:
Kelly Graesch at P.O. Box. 1029, San Andreas, CA 95249
Positions Open until filled.
Applications and Job Descriptions available on our website at http://trcac.org/resources/employment-opportunities
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
209-257-1980CRAFTERS 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.
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/
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
