Friday, April 1, 2016

Friday, April 1, 2016

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: "No arsenal, or no weapon in the arsenals of the world, is as formidable as the will and moral courage of free men and women.”- Ronald Reagan

News & Announcements
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THE AMADOR COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION (ACCF) (www.amadorcommunitycollege.org) received an award for innovative programming from the California State Association of Counties for our Career Pathways in Public Mental Health Program.  This blog and video was disseminated yesterday on their website. The video is available on YouTube here:
You can find the blog at this link:
http://www.counties.org/county-voice/amador-county-two-issues-one-elegant-solution
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DOWN FROM THE MOUNTAIN is so pleased to present this fine playlist again, as we could not be on the air last Friday ~ Join us in celebration
on kqbm.org Live Stream / KQBM lp 103.7FM / 90.7 FM ~ 3 to 5 PM this very April First, which many of you celebrate wildly and silly-ly, for Americana Music Enjoyment!
Featuring Scotty O'Neill around 4PM, joined by classic performances, and Friends And Locals:
3 to 3:30 PM: Cache Valley Drifters with Bill Griffin, Mike Mullins, and Wally Barnick! Thomas Martin! Maria Behm!
3:30 to 4 PM: Rita Hosking! Over the Edge with Adam Gottstein, Dave Holob and Friends! Laura Zucker!
4 to 4:15 PM: Scotty O'Neill and Friends!
4:15 to 5 PM: The Hopeful Romantics with Hope Savage! John Staples!
No Joke! Spring is Truly Here! Radio On!
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OBITUARY NOTICES:
Obituary notices can be found at: danerimortuary.com
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April Newsletters


APRIL-JUNE 2016
- Meet the Chefs at Amador Four Fires - Sat May 7
- Sutter Creek Community Benefit Foundation 2nd Annual Shrimp Feed - Sat May 14
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ONGOING IN APRIL:
- National Paper Clover Campaign Continues Support of Amador County 4-H Youth - April 13-24
- Feist Wines Event Schedule - April - June 2016
- S.O.S. (Sequential Oral Sensory) Groups now forming through May 2016

THE SHERWOOD DEMONSTRATION GARDEN is re-opening for Spring-2016! UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County are pleased to announce that the new Sherwood Demonstration Garden (SDG) will be open on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10-2, weather permitting. There will be trained docents at the garden on those days to talk with visitors about the garden and answer questions. Guided tours can be arranged for small or large groups by contacting Sheri Burke at 530-676-1009. The garden is on property owned by the El Dorado County Office of Education at 6699 Campus Drive, Placerville.  It is located between Folsom Lake College-El Dorado Center (FLC-EDC) and the Cameron Park Community Observatory.
Parking in the FLC-EDC parking lot is $2.00 on weekdays but is free on Saturday.  For more information about the SDG, please call the Master Gardener office at 530-621-5512 (T-F from 9-1 2) or check out the SDG pages on our website at: http://mgeldorado.ucanr.edu/Demonstration_Garden/.
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2016 49ER PYPASS RUN - Lace up your shoes for the 10th Annual 49er Bypass Run on Saturday, April 2 in Downtown Sutter Creek. Online registration is available at goacra.org. Packet pick-up starts at 7am on Main Street with the race starting at 8am sharp.  Race day registration will be available.  This 5K and 10K course takes you through the rolling hills of Sutter Creek and Amador City and offers views of the Sutter Gold Mine and the Freemont/Grover Mine Head Frame.  Registration is $20 if you are 17 and under and $25 if you are over 18. Participants will receive a custom Sport-Tek race shirt and a swag bag filled with goodies from this year’s sponsors. Overall Winners will receive a $25 Amazon Gift Card and a custom medal.  Medals will also be handed out to the top three finishers in each age group.  Contact Kim Traverso at 223-6349 or ktraverso@amadorgov.org  
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SUTTER CREEK THEATER PRESENTS:
For complete information and tickets, visit: www.SutterCreekTheater.com
For more information, visit: feedamador.org
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WILDFLOWERS & WINE: A BUTTE FIRE RECOVERY FUNDRAISER - Sunday, April 3 from 11AM-4PM Join us as we partner with 7 other Sutter Creek tasting rooms for a day of Wildflowers & Wine! Enjoy special tastings, gourmet food bites, music, art, raffles and, of course, lots of wildflowers. Yorba Wines will be pouring a Syrah vertical paired with delicious bites courtesy of Vendage Catering Co.
The goal of this year's event is to raise funds for Butte fire victims and restoration efforts. The Butte fire claimed two lives, 921 structures and almost 71,000 acres in Amador and Calaveras counties. It cost the state an estimated $450 million in damage.
Fifty percent of net proceeds from the Wildflowers and Wine event will be donated to the Butte Fire Disaster Relief Fund!
For complete information and tickets, visit: http://www.wineon49.com/#!blank/x45lj
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TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH - Easter and the Resurrection are about more than the Easter Bunny, decorated eggs and chocolate. It is the promise of new life; of renewal. Just as we experience the birth of new grass and flowers in fire ravaged areas, we can experience new growth within us. All it takes is courage. Bible study at 9:35 AM this Sunday will be on Resurrection and post Resurrection experiences. Whoever you are, wherever you are on your spiritual journey, you are welcome here. Regular Sunday services are at 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM followed by a coffee hour after the 10:30 service this Sunday. Trinity Church is located at 430 Highway 49, Sutter Hill, across from Walgreens. For more information, call 267-0255, or visit www.trinitysuttercreek.org,
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A CUP OF YARN: Hey everyone, if you are into knitting, come join the ladies every 1st Monday of the month at Sina’s Backroads Cafe in Sutter Creek, from 10:30 to noonish! The group name is A Cup of Yarn on Facebook. Come join the fun! Good people Good food!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Acupofyarn
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MOTHER LODE ROSE SOCIETY: The Mother Lode is rich with historical roses.  Pioneers often brought cuttings of their favorite roses, fragrant mementos of home, as they traveled across the prairies to settle out west. Some of these roses that were first planted 100 years ago can still be seen blooming today along country roads and on family homesteads.  Old garden roses, also known as antique, heirloom or heritage roses, are especially suitable to the rural landscape of the Gold Rush country.
At the Tuesday, April 5th meeting of the Mother Lode Rose Society, Consulting Rosarian and MLRS member Hilde Langlet will give a presentation on “Antique Roses in the Mother Lode,” and share tips for growing these historic treasures. Please join us at the Amador Senior Center, 229 New York Ranch Road in Jackson.  Monthly meetings held first Tue (Jan - Nov) at 1:30 PM. Please visit our web site at http://motherloderose.org
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ACRA BINGO 2016 - April 5 & 19, May  3 & 17 at the American Legion Hall, Sutter Hill. Doors open no later than 5:30 PM. Early Bird Bingo 6 PM. Regular BINGO 6:15 PM.
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). Complimentary Cookies and Coffee!
Many Raffle Prizes! We have Pull Tabs and U-Pic Ems; another chance to win!
Complimentary Cookies and Coffee!
Proceeds go to support Amador County Recreation Agency. After School Program Please call Barbara at ACRA at 223-6349 for more information.
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ROTARY CLUBS OF AMADOR COUNTY HOST PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE - The four Rotary Clubs of Amador County, Upcountry, Ione, Jackson and Plymouth-Foothills, are hosting an Open House, and the public is invited to attend on Wednesday, April 6th starting at 6:30 PM. The event will be held at Thomi’s Banquet Room on Hwy 49 in Jackson.  Light appetizers will be served and a no-host bar available. This event will allow the attendee the opportunity to meet members from throughout Amador County that represent each of the four clubs, and gather general information on Rotary.
Amador County is fortunate to have four dynamic Rotary clubs serving our local communities, and making a difference. Each Amador Rotary club meets weekly and invites anyone interested to attend and explore the world of Rotary. For more information, on meeting locations and time, visit the “Rotary Clubs of Amador County” on Facebook. Links to each individual club with additional information are available on the site. For more information on Rotary International, logon to www.rotary.org. For information on the Open House, call Sharon Long at 209-304-5118 or smlong55@hotmail.com
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THE PROGRESSIVE WOMEN’S COMMITTEE will meet on Thursday April 7, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. at Thomi's Banquet Room in Jackson. The program for April will be Meet the Candidates. All candidates for Supervisory Districts One, Two and Four have been invited to join us. Reservations are required and may be made by contacting Sally at trestrail@gotsky.com no later than Tuesday, April 5th  (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 noon on Wednesday, April 6th. If you have made a reservation and do not attend, you may be billed for the luncheon.
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BIDS DUE APRIL 7: NEW YORK RANCH ROAD / RIDGE ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT: For complete information, visit:
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MASTER GARDENERS PRESENT: TACKLING COMMON PESTS:  Homeowners and gardeners alike suffer incredible disruptions from damage caused by many common pests. Do you have ants or other in-house pests?  Are ground squirrels, gray squirrels, gophers, mice, aphids or deer unwelcome outside guests?  The list could go on and on.  Nematodes and a “new bug” will also be presented.  This free class will provide information on IPM (Integrated Pest Management) to help you decide on a plan of action.
This class will be presented by the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County on Saturday, April 9, from 9am-12 noon 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. -12 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday at 223-6838 or e-mail mgamador@ucdavis.edu, Web site: http://ucanr.edu/sites/Amador_County_MGs/
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MASTER FOOD PRESERVERS OF AMADOR/CALAVERAS PRESENT: SURVIVAL & CAMPING FOODS - Whether you are an RV’er, camper, backpacker or want to prepare for a possible disaster, home preserved foods offer a nutritious and economical alternative to commercial products.  Learn to create delicious, sustainable food that lasts for months on the shelf and requires either minimal storage space or refrigeration.  
Our class includes an overview of several food preservation methods and explains the appropriate method for various types of food.  Demonstrations will include making jerky, both with and without a dehydrator.
Join us for this class and learn about the benefits of being able to make your own Survival & Camping Foods on Saturday, April 9, 2016 between 10:00 am & Noon at the Calaveras County Senior Center, 956 Mountain Ranch Road in San Andreas.   This class is free and no reservations are required. Contact the University of California Cooperative Extension Master Food Preservers of Amador/Calaveras Counties at acmfp@ucdavis.edu or (209) 223-6857 for any questions.
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AMADOR GOP: DO YOU WANT TO VOTE FOR DONALD TRUMP IN THE PRIMARY, but can’t because you have to be a registered Republican? We can help. 1) You can re-register at the County Elections Office up until the deadline in Mid-May. 2) There will be a voter registration booth at WalMart April 16, April 23, May 7, May 14 and May 21 from about 11:00 to 5:00. 3) Republican Headquarters, Martell Plaza will be open for Registration April 5, 12, and 26, from 4:00 to 6:00. p.m. Visit our website-www.AmadorRepublicans.com or phone (209) 257-3405 for additional dates and times.
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THE AMADOR COUNTY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD is the entity mandated by ca code to "review and evaluate the community's mental health needs, recovery services,facilities and special problems, and to advocate for persons with serious mental illness and those in recovery."
The Board, recently reorganized and pro-active,meets every other month. Several positions remain for those who have/had a personal or family need for services, or who have a special expertise or interest in behavioral health services.
The next meeting is Wednesday April 20 from 3:30-5:00PM at the HHS building in Martell
For additional information contact.
Dr. Arnie Zeiderman
Chair- ACBHAB
arnyzdoc@sbcglobal.net
209-267-1308
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AMADOR GOP: MEET YOUR SUPERVISORS: Several District Supervisor Candidates have asked to address our Republican Central Committee. Three will be presenting themselves at our next meeting: Thursday, April 21, starting at 6:30 p.m., with brief comments followed by Q and A. All are welcome. RCC Headquarters, Martell Plaza, off Martell St., near the Dance Studio and M&M Doors.
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BRITISH YOUTH SOCCER CAMP - Challenger Sports' British Soccer Camp is the most popular soccer camp in the country based upon one of the most innovative approaches to coaching youth soccer in the US and Canada. Our experienced staff study the game at all levels and we have identified the key techniques and skills that your players need to work on and master to reach their true potential. With programs for each age, the curriculums includes a variety of foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, freestyle soccer, small-sided games, coached scrimmages, and a mini tournament play.
Camp will be held at the Howard Park Soccer Fields in Ione Starting Monday, June 6th - Friday, June 10th. Register by April 22nd to receive a FREE Jersey! Registration includes a soccer ball and camp t-shirt.
Mini Soccer from 9am-10:30 am, Ages 3-5 $118
Mini Soccer from 10:40-12:10am, Ages 3-5 $118
Half Day Camp from 9am-12pm, Ages 6-12 $139
Golden Goal (Monday-Thursday) 12:30pm-2:30pm, Ages 6-12 $45 (only available for Half Day Camp Participants)
Register online at:
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FACL’S SPRING USED BOOK SALE - Members Only Day is Fri Apr 22 from 4-7 pm. Non-members may join at the sale. Sat Apr 23 from 10AM-4PM and Sun Apr 24 from 11AM-3PM, open to the general public. Location: Post 108 American Legion Hall, 12134 Airport Road, Sutter Creek (across from the Italian Picnic Grounds). Proceeds support the Amador County Library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Amador County Library. For more information, visit: http://www.friendsofamadorcountylibrary.org/
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SAVE THE DATE: TetraBrazil Soccer Academy
TetraBrazil Soccer Academy offers unique programs of technical development that challenge each player to raise their game to new heights. The TetraBrazil curriculum has been designed by our professional coaches to provide teams, coaches and players with the same, expert level of training received by the top youth players in Brazil. The TetraBrazil Soccer Academy will teach your child more than just techniques and tactics. Each member of the TetraBrazil coaching staff will bring an authentic taste of the flair, passion, and creativity of Brazilian soccer to our camps.
Camp will be held at the Howard Park Soccer Fields in Ione Starting Monday, June 6th - Friday, June 10th. Register by April 22nd to receive a FREE Jersey! Registration includes a soccer ball and camp t-shirt.
Half Day Camp from 9am-12pm, Ages 13-18 $164
Half Day Camp from 1pm-4pm, Ages 8-18 $164
Full Day Camp from 9am-4pm, Ages 13-18 $204
Register online at:
https://challenger.mycustomevent.com/ShoppingCart.aspx?com=detailview&imp=f&iid=94341&&returncom=productlist
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SPECIAL EARTH DAY CONCERT WITH LAURIE LEWIS & THE RIGHT HANDS - Mark the date and buy your tickets soon! Bluegrass and old-time music greats Laurie Lewis and the Right Hands are returning for a special Earth Day concert to benefit the Foothill Conservancy! The concert is Saturday, April 23rd from 7:30-9:30 pm at the Mokelumne Town Hall. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door and $15 for children under 12. For more information, e-mail Carolyn@foothillconservancy.org or call her at 209-223-3508 http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2510696
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SAVE THE DATE! 3RD ANNUAL “SWING TO END HUNGER” BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT - Friday, June 10 at Castle Oaks Golf Club. 8a.m. Shotgun Start
Proceeds benefit the Interfaith Food Bank. Raffle Prizes and Sponsorships available
Come join the fun and help fight hunger! Over 6100 Amador County Residents
suffer from food insecurity. Your donation is entirely tax deductible.  Tax ID # 68-0363653  
For more information and registration forms, contact Tom Thompson 209-267-9006  feedamador@gmail.com. Web site: www.feedamador.org
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SAVE THE DATE! “GOLDEN THREADS” QUILT SHOW - Mother Lode Quilters’ Guild Presents “Golden Threads” Quilt Show on October 1-2, 2016, Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Featured Quilter: Sandra Mollon. Quilts, Wearable Art, Vendors, Country Store, Silent Auction, and Guild Challenge. At the Historic Downtown Sutter Creek Auditorium and Community Center. Admission $6.00 For more information, call Anelie at 296-7059 or visit: www.mlqgsuttercreek.org
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LOCAL CALENDARS:
E-mail your releases, briefs, newsletters, announcements, etc. for our calendar to: acneditor@gmail.com
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Opinions & Issues
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FROM THE CITY OF IONE: This past weekend, there was a vandalism spree at Howard Park: Vehicles tearing up the gravel near the Skate Park, improper use of the urinals, tearing down of safety tape, and more. The City of Ione needs your help to prevent vandalism and apprehend individuals who vandalize our parks and recreational facilities. Please call City Hall at 209-274-2412 or Sheriff Dispatch (after hours) at 209-223-6513 to report vandalism to your park facilities.
Why is it important to stop vandalism?
If you think vandalism isn't your problem, think again. Here are a few reasons why vandalism hurts everyone.Vandalism destroys what your tax dollars have created. Each year vandals destroy thousands of dollars' worth of park facilities and equipment funded by tax dollars. A few minutes of destructive "fun" can add up to huge losses for our City's parks. Vandalism is a problem at all parks throughout Ione costing the city thousands of dollars per year. Vandalism takes dollars away from recreational programs and facilities. It costs money to repair or replace whatever a vandal's actions have destroyed. For example, the cost of removing writing from the Skat Park can easily reach $1000 for sandblasting costs. Replacing a destroyed bench involves high labor repair and materials costs.
Here's what you can do to help prevent and address vandalism.
Always call 9-1-1 to report any crime in progress, including vandalism.
If you have information about a crime that has occurred in a park, but that does not require an immediate police response, please call 209-274-2412.
Thank you for helping!
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Meetings
CLICK HERE for the County Government Calendar
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CITY/COUNTY GOVERNMENT MEETINGS:
AMADOR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS meets on the 2nd & 4th Tues at 9AM.
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.
IONE PLANNING COMMISSION meets on the 2nd Tues at 6PM
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 the 2nd & 4th 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.
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Classes, Workshops, Seminars
EDUCATE, EQUIP & SUPPORT: BUILDING HOPE FOR PARENTS, a 13 week program is designed to provide parents with evidence-based education about childhood mental health illnesses and treatments options. The purpose is to provide education and promote the building of natural supports between parents. This program will inform participants about common childhood mental health issues and symptoms management techniques. Please join us for this free series at the Ione Family Resource Center on Mondays 9:30am starting February 22nd. For more information or to RSVP please call 296-2785.
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NEW YORK FITNESS’ WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE CLASSES - Classes are free to members. Non-members, only $10 per class. Join the gym, and get the classes for free! Monday nights from 5-6PM in the Yoga Studio at NY Fitness, 615 New York Ranch Road, Jackson. This is an active class; please wear comfortable clothes.
Learn how to hit, strike, knee and kick. Learn how to defend yourself against grabs. Chokes, bear hugs and ground attacks.
Call 209.223.3236 www.nyftyfitness.com. Like us on Facebook!
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TEAM FITNESS offers CIRCUIT & LIFT class on Wednesday and Friday mornings from 7:15 am to 8am. You can pay by the class, buy a pass of 10 classes, or pay $39 for the month and take three classes a week. We also offer Gentle Hatha Yoga, Zumba Gold, and Stretch classes.
Our Hours in Pine Grove:
Monday, Wed & Fri . . . 8am - Noon
Tuesday & Thurs . . . 8am - 11am
Saturday 9 - 10am During Zumba
(Only changes are the Saturday hours)
Call to find out more about our programs and classes and how you can improve your balance, flexibility, strength and more here at Team Fitness - A Comfortable Place to Get in Shape. Please call. 209 304 5139.
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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.
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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
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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.org
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GENTLE YOGA CLASSES - Team Fitness in Pine Grove offers Beginning Hatha Yoga Program with classes offered Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Classes 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
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Events Calendars & Activities
AmadorCounty Arts Council - AmadorArts.org
Amador County Artists Association - AmadorArtists.org
Amador County Recreation Agency - goACRA.org
Amador Council of Tourism - TourAmador.com
Amador Vintner's Association - AmadorWine.com
Main Street Theater Works - MSTW.org
Sutter Creek Theater - SutterCreekTheater.com
Volcano Theatre Company - volcanotheatre.org
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THE SHERWOOD DEMONSTRATION GARDEN is re-opening for Spring-2016! UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County are pleased to announce that the new Sherwood Demonstration Garden (SDG) will be open on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10-2, weather permitting. There will be trained docents at the garden on those days to talk with visitors about the garden and answer questions. Guided tours can be arranged for small or large groups by contacting Sheri Burke at 530-676-1009. The garden is on property owned by the El Dorado County Office of Education at 6699 Campus Drive, Placerville.  It is located between Folsom Lake College-El Dorado Center (FLC-EDC) and the Cameron Park Community Observatory.

Parking in the FLC-EDC parking lot is $2.00 on weekdays but is free on Saturday.  For more information about the SDG, please call the Master Gardener office at 530-621-5512 (T-F from 9-1 2) or check out the SDG pages on our website at: http://mgeldorado.ucanr.edu/Demonstration_Garden/.
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TAKE THE SURVEY! The Foothill Conservancy, plus our partner organizations, would like to know about your outdoor pursuits and your interest in nature and the environment. Your participation will help drive our priorities, programs and future outreach, which will benefit you, plus current and future members of our organizations.
Our survey will take 5 - 10 minutes to complete and as a Thank You, you’ll be entered to win one of five $100 gift certificates from REI. The answers you give to our questions will be kept in confidence and will only be used to help us with this research project.
Take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SPKHJH7
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A CUP OF YARN: Hey everyone, if you are into knitting, come join the ladies every 1st Monday of the month at Sina’s Backroads Cafe in Sutter Creek, from 10:30 to noonish! The group name is A Cup of Yarn on Facebook. Come join the fun! Good people Good food!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Acupofyarn
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OPEN MIC NIGHT AT THE HUB - Every 3rd Thursday at The Hub in Jackson (above Hein & Co. Bookstore). Free event, open to everyone! Bring your instrument, poetry, jokes and stories. Or just come and enjoy the fun and free entertainment! For more information, call AmadorArts at 267-9038 or email amadorarts@gmail.com
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FRIDAY NIGHT PRIME RIB DINNER - Friday night...the perfect occasion to go out for Chef Chris Martin’s prime rib of beef au jus. This hearty main dish comes with a baked potato and seasonal vegetables. Choose from a 12-ounce portion for $17.95 or a hefty 16-ounce portion for only $19.95. You won’t find better prices on quality prime rib!
Nothing goes better with a fine meal than live entertainment! Enjoy some lovely piano music performed by Ione’s own Dennis Yancey, along with killer saxophone tunes from Hank Devore, while you dine! Clark’s Coner is at 12 West Main in Ione. Visit: www.clarkscornerione.com
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CAVANA’S DELI in Sutter Creek serves appetizers (small plates) every 2nd and 4th Saturday every month! Beer and wine specials from 5 to 8pm. Please join us for some good food...thanks, hope to see you!
Terri Jo Cavana
Cavana's Deli
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SCOFIELDS COWBOY CAMPFIRE 2016 SCHEDULE in Fiddletown can be found at:

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More announcements...
BUTTE FIRE RECOVERY - Information, resources, releases
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TAKE THE SURVEY! The Foothill Conservancy, plus our partner organizations, would like to know about your outdoor pursuits and your interest in nature and the environment. Your participation will help drive our priorities, programs and future outreach, which will benefit you, plus current and future members of our organizations.
Our survey will take 5 - 10 minutes to complete and as a Thank You, you’ll be entered to win one of five $100 gift certificates from REI. The answers you give to our questions will be kept in confidence and will only be used to help us with this research project.

Take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SPKHJH7
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WANTED - SUTTER CREEK VISITOR’S CENTER - Just in case you may have these items laying around and want to get rid of them, The Sutter Creek Visitor Center could use a small to medium sized TV, a  monitor that can play DVDs, or a dvd player that can hook up to the monitor that we already have. Thanks so much! If you need to call me, my cell is 916 541-0276
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Property Owners Affected by the Butte Fire May Receive an Exemption from the Annual Fire Prevention Fee - Property owners within the State Responsibility Area (SRA) have received a bill for “The Annual Fire Prevention Fee”. This fee applies to anyone who had a “habitable structure” on their property as of July 1. Property owners who lost their homes in the Butte Fire may qualify for an exemption from that fee. In order to qualify you must fill out and file a form. For a quick link to the form go to http://firepreventionfee.org For further information feel free to call the Calaveras County Assessor’s Office at (209)754-6356.
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NOTE FROM LYNN MORGAN (D3 SUPERVISOR): “...this morning I received a notice from our General Services Director, Jon Hopkins, about how best to report unusual wildlife behavior.
There is apparently an increase in rabid skunks in our county.  Though I hope you are aware that wildlife should mostly be left alone, not fed, IF you notice any wild animal acting strangely, especially during daylight hours when most stay hidden, please call Animal Control, 223-6378. Thanks and have a good week." -L
EDITOR’S NOTE: Rabies links and resources on CA Public Health: http://www.cdph.ca.gov/healthinfo/discond/pages/rabies.aspx
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OPENING AT HAPPY BABY CHILD CARE: Can you let everyone know I have a spot open for 2-5 year old in my pre-school curriculum day care program. 4 fresh ingredient meals included. Values based, academic program that teaches both through play and through learning activities.  We only have 3 spaces altogether in this program and only one currently available.  Message me if you would like to apply. We're starting interviews this weekend.
They can write Alyshiadrake@gmail.com, or message us on Facebook at Happy Baby Child Care Sutter Creek or call/ text 209-740-7898, Alyshia Drake
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THE LABYRINTH PROJECT - Have you heard about labyrinths? Do you wonder what they are? What they do? Why they are so popular? The Labyrinth Project has  formed in Amador County and is looking for people who may be interested in learning about labyrinths and in being trained to become  a volunteer/docent for labyrinth walks. To learn more, contact The Labyrinth Project at (209) 256-3750 or e-mail the Labyrinth Project Coordinator at mvandermeer@norcalmha.org
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Christian Dabler
CHRISTIAN DABLER is a freshman at Argonaut HS and has been asked to represent the State of CA and the US at the 2016 Down Under sports for Cross Country! You can support him by donating here:
ATTENTION ARTISTS and CRAFTSPEOPLE!
Jackson Business & Community Assoc. is looking for artists and crafts-people to show and sell at our Shine, Wine & Dine event on Saturday, May 21. SHINE WINE & DINE is a classic car show, with wine tasting, artists, and music for a day-long street festival on Main Street, Jackson. No charge to artists for a space -- we request an item for our raffle.  
Are you interested? Let me know! And please pass the word to others you think might want to show at the event. Please reply with the contact information below and we will reserve space for you, spaces are limited:
Saturday, May 21. Show Hours: 10 am - 3 pm
Set up 8 - 9:30. The event is outdoors -- vendors must provide their own tents/tables/chairs etc.
No fee for space -- JBCA is requesting an item for our raffle.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AND RETURN TO ME:
Artist(s) Name(s):
Art Medium or Craft Description:
Phone #
Cell Phone # for the Day Of Event:
Best Email Address for further information:
Space Needed: 10' x 10'         Other:
Thank you!
Lucy Hackett,
JBCA President
209-223-4603, 209-304-5780 johnhaedrich@sbcglobal.net
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THE HEALING WORD Foursquare Gospel Church  Sunday Morning Service at 10:30 AM with complimentary lunch immediately after. If you need a ride to church, please call the office by Friday no later than 4:30 PM. Youth Ministry, ages 13 – 17, begins March 14th - 7:00 PM. New Bible Study for women- March 10th at 1:00 PM “If My Husband Changed, I’d Be Happy”. Men’s Breakfast- March 19th - 9:00 AM. Women’s  Breakfast- March 26th- 9:00 AM. Craft Monday- March 28th-9:00 AM. Men’s Bible Study- Monday nights at 7:00 PM. Home Bible Study in Pioneer-Monday nights- 6:30 PM.  Wednesday afternoon Ladies’ Bible Study-1:00 PM. Wednesday night Bible Study- 6:00 PM. Stop by 20005 Hwy. 88, Pine Grove— or call 296-7283 — or visit thehealingwordchurch.org.
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FYI: WILDFLOWER WALKS AT STATE PARKS - State Park Docents will lead guided Wildflower Walks every Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. beginning on Sunday March 6 and continuing through at least Mother's Day, May 8. Guided hikes last about two hours along the Buttermilk Bend trail, an easy 2.5 mile round trip hike. Meet at the trail head in the north parking lot, just past the concrete bridge which crosses the South Yuba River on Pleasant Valley Road. Sturdy walking shoes are recommended along with a hat, sunscreen, and remember to bring water. A $3.00 donation is requested and appreciated.v For more information throughout our short season, call the park at (530) 432-2546, or go to www.southyubariverstatepark.org.
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THE HEALING WORD - Foursquare Gospel Church - Men’s Bible Study Monday night at 7:00 PM. Home Bible Study in Pioneer is on Monday night at 6:30 PM.  Wednesday afternoon Ladies’ Bible Study at 1:00 PM. Wednesday night Bible Study at 6:00 PM. Youth Ministry, ages 13 – 17, begins March 7th at 7:00 PM. A new Bible Study for women begins on Thursday, March 10th at 1:00 PM “If My Husband Changed, I’d Be Happy”. Sunday Morning Service at 10:30 AM with complimentary lunch immediately after. If you need a ride to church, please call the office by Friday no later than 4:30 PM. Stop by 20005 Hwy. 88, Pine Grove— or call 296-7283 — or visit thehealingwordchurch.org.
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ENVIROCYCLE is offering a $5,000 rebate to fire victims to repair their home septic systems with systems that recycle sewage water so that it can be used again for landscape irrigation. 530-888-6480  info@envirocycleglobal.com
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THE HEALING WORD Foursquare Gospel Church  Sunday Morning Service at 10:30 AM with complimentary lunch immediately after. If you need a ride to church, please call the office by Friday no later than 4:30 PM. Craft Monday- Feb 22nd- 10:00 AM. Women’s  Breakfast- Feb 27th- 9:00 AM. Men’s Bible Study Monday night at 7:00 PM is on “40 Days of Purpose”. Home Bible Study in Pioneer is on Monday night at 6:30 PM.  Wednesday afternoon Ladies’ Bible Study at 1:00 PM, currently studying “Beginning in Christ Together”. Wednesdaynight Bible Study at 6:00 PM is on “The Power of Encouragement”. Stop by 20005 Hwy. 88, Pine Grove— or call 296-7283 — or visit thehealingwordchurch.org.
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SUPPORT LOCAL CYCLIST THOMAS MORAITIS in the 2016 AIDS Life Cycle! For more information and to donate, visit: http://www.tofighthiv.org/site/TR/Events/AIDSLifeCycleCenter?px=2576540&pg=personal&fr_id=1880
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GOT DIRT? The Amador County Fair needs your dirt! The horse barn is getting ready for the upcoming Challenge of Champions High School Rodeo. If you have clean fill dirt we would love to have it! The area to dump is on the side of the containers near the barns. Please spread the word! Call 209-245-6921
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: AMADORARTS NEEDS HELP AT THE GALLERY. We have a great group of volunteers helping to operate the AmadorArts Gallery on Saturdays and Sundays.  But we could use a little extra help! The volunteers need help carrying our sandwich board sign to the corner of Main Street at 11am and back at 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays. It will only take a moment, and would mean a lot. Please let us know if you would like to lend a hand! Thanks!
AmadorArts (Amador County Arts Council). 11A Randolph Street, Sutter Creek. Call 267-9038
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FREE TICKETS to The Mother Lode Highland Games on June 18 & 19, 2016! All you need to do is to VOLUNTEER to work 4 hours per day to get a one day entry. To volunteer please visit http://www.TheMotherLodeGames.com, click on the "Volunteer" link, then go to the registration form.
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THE HEALING WORD Foursquare Gospel Church - Men’s Breakfast – Feb 20th – 9:00 AM. Craft Monday- Feb 22nd- 10:00 AM. Women’s  Breakfast- Feb 27th- 9:00 AM. Men’s Bible Study Monday night at 7:00 PM is on “40 Days of Purpose”. Home Bible Study in Pioneer is on Monday night at 6:30 PM.  Wednesday afternoon Ladies’ Bible Study at 1:00 PM, currently studying “Beginning in Christ Together”. Wednesday night Bible Study at 6:00 PM is on “The Power of Encouragement”. Sunday Morning Service at 10:30 AM with complimentary lunch immediately after. If you need a ride to church, please call the office by Friday no later than 4:30 PM. Stop by 20005 Hwy. 88, Pine Grove— or call 296-7283 — or visit thehealingwordchurch.org.
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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: Gold Creek Cabin is for sale. Since we've moved to Boston, we just can't get back to enjoy the property and would like to start something new on the east coast. For Sutter Creek business owners, the cabin is an opportunity to purchase a turn key vacation rental business that has generated an average of over $40,000 per year over the last 6 years. Also, there is a $10,000 cash referral fee for anyone who refers a buyer for the property.
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DO YOU HAVE A HEART FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS? Can you offer a safe, loving and supportive home? Do you have a desire to improve your community?
There is an immediate need for Foster Families in Amador County! Families of all kinds are welcomed! Foster care needed for ages 0-18. SCFS offers guidance, support and ongoing training throughout the entire foster care process.
Please call Sierra Child & Family Services, 209-257-1244.
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MINER’S BEND COMMEMORATIVE BRICK PATHWAY - PERSONALIZED BRICKS AVAILABLE -The Sutter Creek Community Benefit Foundation invites you to participate in Sutter Creek’s new Miners’ Bend Historic Gold Mining Park by buying a personalized  engraved brick in the Commemorative Pathway. You and your family will not only provide financial support to the Foundation and help finish this park, but you will cement your place in Amador County’s gold mining history forever.
 The SCCBF’s goal for completion of this park is this summer, 2016. The Park will feature over a dozen displays telling the story of Amador's roll in the California Gold Rush. Work is being done on interpretive signage that will give visitors a brief history of the gold rush in Sutter Creek and Amador County, with historic photos and descriptions of each artifact on display.
Purchasing a brick is the perfect way to commemorate loved ones, promote your business or organization, honor a special occasion, or find that special gift. Personalized Bricks start at only $100. Remember, your brick purchase is tax deductible. Buying a personalized brick helps the Sutter Creek Community Benefit Foundation preserve our cultural heritage in Amador County. To order, visit www.sccbf.org . For more information please call Frank Cunha at 209-304-9192.
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BE A DISASTER HEALTH CARE VOLUNTEER! County volunteer application and fingerprinting scan required. Once clearance is received, you would be sworn in as a Disaster Service Worker.
For more information, visit:
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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 delivered 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.
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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.
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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. Must be 18 years and older. Positions in warehouse, food pick up and drivers (DMV record required).
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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.
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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
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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!
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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
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
JOB OPPORTUNITY: City of Ione. Engineering Services. For more info, visit:
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: The Amador County Transportation Commission is seeking an Administrator-Fiscal Officer who will be responsible for maintaining the Commission's accounting system.  The position also includes a variety of complex administrative and office management duties.  A job application and instructions for submittal can be found on our website (www.actc-amador.org) or call (209) 267-2282.  Closing date to submit applications is 5:00 pm, May 2, 2016.
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: COMMUNITY SPECIALIST - The Arc of Amador has a position open for Community Specialist in Calaveras. Full Time, 35 hours per week. Open until filled. For complete information and an application, visit: http://arcofamador.org/images/stories/Calaveras_Full_Time_Position_Announcement-_Community_Services_External.pdf
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: Prospect Cellars is hiring tasting room and deli staff. Must enjoy people and have a passion for wine and wine and food pairings. Part-time, weekends required, starting at $12 per hour. More hours could be possible for the candidate who also has marketing and/or accounting experience. Applications available at 9506 Main Street, Thurs-Monday. Web site: http://www.prospectcellars.com/. On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/prospectcellars
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Dickey's in Jackson is now hiring! Looking for energetic, customer-service oriented honest people. Experience in restaurants is not necessary but you must be at least 18. Come on in and apply!
http://order.dickeys.com/menu/dickeys-jackson-ca
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HELP WANTED: Looking for help on a small ranch, chain saw, fencing ,weed work. Plymouth area 209 245 6055.
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: TRUE VALUE: We have a Part Time Cashier position available. Join the team of the #1 Rated Hardware Store in Amador County! Data entry and retail experience is a plus, being a people-person, a must. Application available at Jackson-TrueValue.com or at the store.
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: ACUSD is seeking sub school bus drivers. FREE training starting soon! Great part time job with flexible hours and good pay. If interested, call the Transportation Department at 209-257-5182 for additional information.
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: MUNNERLYN'S - We are now accepting resumes for part time scoopers. If you are happy, like to clean and eat ice cream please send it to isostacey@gmail.com. Experience a plus but not required.
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AMADOR COUNTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
For current listings, visit:
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: GATE ATTENDANTS at Lake Camanche - P/T Seasonal. No calls please for this position. Please go to www.lakecamancheresort.com to download an application under the "Careers" tab, and fax to 209.763.5724 or mail to: Human Resource Department, 11700 Wade Lane, Valley Springs, CA 95252. For questions, contact Terry Willard at 209.763.5921 x14.

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