Thursday, March 23, 2017

Thursday, March 23, 2017

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less.”
- Marie Curie
Rainbow over Kennedy Mine - March 22, 2017
Photo taken by Martha Perez

News & Announcements
AWA office will close on Tuesday, March 28 for employee funeral
- Amador Cancer Research Foundation: "Tree of Knowledge" Educational Series - Thurs Apr 6
- Trombonists featured in Friends of Music concert on Sunday, April 9
- Yoga for a Cause: Totally 80's Yoga Class - Sat Apr 15
- Spa Party - Sun May 7
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OPEN AUDITIONS: VOLCANO THEATRE COMPANY’S “A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM - Sunday, March 26 at 2PM and Monday, March 27 at 7PM at the Volcano Masons Lodge. Directed by Vince Murdock. Imagine Mel Brooks meets William Shakespeare! Set in the Old West, using modern English...it’s The Bard with a Twist!
Needed: 20 actors, men and women, 13+ years of age. All are welcome, no experience required.
For more info, contact Vince at 209-373-8174 or email: indigosky@outlook.com. For scripts, see Kathleen at the Amador Community Foundation, Motherlode Plaza, 571 S. State Hwy 49.
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The Kit Carson Mountain Men Wagon Train and Days of 49 Celebration brings Gold Rush history alive in charming, historic Amador County.
April 27-30
An authentic wagon train of 15 horse-drawn covered wagons will embark on a 4-day journey from Plymouth, CA, through the Highway 49 towns of Drytown, Amador City and Sutter Creek, to Jackson for a celebration of California’s pioneer heritage. The colorful Kit Carson Mountain Men will rendezvous for their fourth living history wagon train re-enactment through the Gold Country, when everyone is invited to visit with horse-men and -women at stops and encampments along the way....[read more]
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BOY SCOUT TROOP 63 TRI-TIP DINNER FUNDRAISER - Sat Mar 25 at the American Legion Hall, 12134 Airport Road, Sutter Creek. Doors open at 5pm; dinner served at 6pm. Silent auction, raffle, no host bar, cake auction.
Tickets are $35 for 1, $60 for 2. Table purchase: $180 for a table of 6, includes reserved seating and a bottle of wine.
Tickets are for purchase at Gibson’s Garage, 502 Hwy 49 in Sutter Creek (behind the Shell Station). For more information, e-mail: dlsogibson@yahoo.com
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13TH ANNUAL BUNCO FOR BREAST CANCER - The 13th annual Bunco for Breast Cancer event is Friday, April 7. We still have a few spots open if you would like to join us for this wonderful event. Call us now!
We have spots for single players and teams to play! You don’t need to play bunco to join us, just pre-register and come for the great time! We also have a beautiful silent auction and wine table auction! It is an amazing evening where we join together with the common cause of helping those on their cancer journey.
All of this is possible because of our amazing community that we live in! Our community is the Amador STARS! All funds raised remain local to help women with any type of cancer on their cancer journey through the services of Amador STARS. 91% of funds raised by Amador STARS last year, went directly to patient services.
We offer FREE transportation, wigs, scarves, caps, hats, make up tips w/classes for ladies, support groups and resources. Last year our incredible volunteers drove patients over 100,000 miles to treatment centers all over northern California! These services are free due to our fundraising abilities!
For more information and registration forms, visit our website: www.amadorstars.org
Call Amador STARS at 267-1246 for more information, or contact Ginger at 296-4042 or ginger@volcano.net.
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WILLOW SPRINGS SCHOOLHOUSE DINNER FUNDRAISER - Sat April 8 at the Amador County Fairgrounds, Pokerville Hall in Plymouth. Prime rib/chicken piccata dinner. Cocktails at 5:30; dinner at 6:30. Emcee: Jim Crandell of Fox 40.
Tickets are $40 each or $280 for a table of 8, which includes a bottle of wine.
Emcee: Jim Crandell of Fox 40. For more information call Kathy at 209-245-4385 or Judy at 209-245-3664.
Can’t attend? You can give to the Willow Springs Schoolhouse through the Amador Community Foundation at: http://amadorcommunityfoundation.org/impact/historic-sites/, or contact Kathleen Harmon at 209-223-2148 for more information. You can also mail your check to Amador Community Foundation, ℅ Willow Springs Restoration, P.O. Box 1154, Jackson, CA, 95642. Tax ID # 68-0447992.
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SPRING FLORAL CENTERPIECE CLASS - Tuesday, April 11 from 10 am to 12 Noon. Sign up deadline is Saturday April 1. Step by step easy to follow instructions and examples provided by professional CA Certified Florist and retired teacher. Perfect for a table of 6-10 guests. Bring garden shears. All other materials provided. Call Millie Butler at 209-304-2536 or e-mail mille@milliebutlerdesigns.com
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PROGRESSIVE WOMEN’S COMMITTEE MEETING will be on Thursday, April 6, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. at The Highway House (formerly Thomi’s) banquet room. The speaker will be former Calaveras Supervisor Steve Wilensky and will include a short message from Motherlode Harvest.
Reservations are required and may be made at sallytrestrail@gmail.com no later than Tuesday, April 4 (sooner if possible). All those interested are welcome to attend. The buffet luncheon is $15.00. You may pay at the door. Cash (the exact amount is always appreciated) or personal check only. If you make a reservation and cannot attend, please call 267-0177 to cancel by noon on Wednesday, April 5th. If you have made a reservation and do not attend, you may be billed for the luncheon.
NOTE: Congressman McClintock’s satellite office hours with aide, Matt Reed, will be
on Tuesday, March 28th from 10-11;30 in Room D, upstairs, to the left, in the County Administration Building, 810 Court Street Jackson.\
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SPA PARTY - Sunday, May 7. Escape to Amador Wellness Cottage, corner of Hwy 16 & 49, Plymouth. Gather with new and old friends and enjoy an evening retreat full of pampering and sisterhood. Space limited to 12 guests! For complete information, visit:
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OBITUARY NOTICES:
Connie Lou Fritz
Dennis Mason
Rowland "Barney" Forte
Melvyn Hall
Obituary notices can be found at: www.danerimortuary.com
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⇓ See our Community Calendar [below] for upcoming events, meetings and classes! ⇓
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MARCH 20 - 26
- Amador Water Agency Board (AWA) - Thurs Mar 23
- Plymouth City Council - Thurs Mar 23
- Sutter Creek Theater Presents; Boonville Redemption (Movie) - Mar 24-26
- Ribbon Cutting: Gold Country Yoga- Fri Mar 24
- Come "Out" to Amador - Mar 24-26
- Sutter Amador Hospital Hosts Classes for Expecting Parents- Sat Mar 25
- Walk-A-Thon at Lake Tabeaud - Sat Mar 25
- Mother Lode Harvest hosts Farm Tour - Sat Mar 25
- FREE Workshop on Preventing Falls - Sat Mar 25
- Amador County Historical Society Lunch & Program - Sat Mar 25
- Sutter Creek Theater Presents: Tempest - Sat Mar 25
- Butte Fire Community Conversation - Next meeting is Sun Mar 26
- Dealing with Mental Illness? Free Classes for Families and Peers start March 25 & April 1
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ONGOING IN MARCH:
- March at Sutter Creek Provisions
- The "Dirt of the Month" from Roaring Camp
- Labyrinth Project: Events through Mar 2017
- Main Street Theater Works announces 2017 Season
- CPU On-site Computer Classes scheduled in March
- Events at BellaGrace Vineyards - Through Apr 2017
- “Birds & Blooms is the theme at Gallery 10 in March
- "American Pickers" Coming to California, Spring 2017
- Kick Off To Kindergarten events scheduled through April
- "Understanding Islam" Series - Wednesdays through April 5
- Feist Wines in Sutter Creek adds Wood Fire Pizza Friday nights
- March Show in AmadorArts Gallery: Oil Paintings and Gourd Art
- Documentary of Jackson being filmed, historical information needed
- Beneficial Property Tax Information from the Amador County Assessor
- Main Street Theater Works: 5th Annual One-Act Festival and 2017 Season
- ACE Hardware in Jackson & Plymouth: Your Lawn & Garden Destinations!
- Sutter Creek Gallery features German folk artist Janice Freischlag in March
- Support Main Street Theater Works...while watching a movie and eating popcorn!
- Spring is Calling! March Deals at your local ACE Hardware stores in Jackson & Plymouth
- NorCal Trout Anglers scheduled for events at Lake Pardee, Lake Amador and Lake Camanche through April
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NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION: ARSA BOARD MEETING of WEDNESDAY, March 22, 2017, Community Building, 33 Church Street, Sutter Creek, California. The next meeting of the Amador Regional Sanitation Authority Board is scheduled for WEDNESDAY, April 26, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the Community Building, 33 Church Street, Sutter Creek, CA.
CANCELLED DUE TO FLOODING: MASTER GARDENERS PRESENT: BUILDING & USING A HOOP HOUSE - How would you like more control over the growing season? Do you want to harvest tomatoes year-round and grow lettuce for your salads in the hot summer?
If so, then a Hoop House could be the perfect addition to your gardening area. Please join the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County on Saturday, March 25 at 9 am for our class on “Building and Using a Hoop House”.  Attendees will gain hands–on experience in the complete construction of a Hoop House as well as ideas for year-round use of the structure. Hand-outs will be provided. The class is free and open to the public. However, we are asking that you call 223-6838 or email mgamador@ucdavis.edu  for the location and to make reservations. Please leave your name and the number in your party attending.
For questions, call the UCCE 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
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MARCH 27-31
- Jackson City Council - Mon Mar 27
- Board of Supervisors - Mar 28
- Amador STARS offers a stay at The HideOut in Kirkwood - Bidding ends March 30
- AAUW Movie & Discussion: "He Named Me Malala" - Thurs Mar 30
- Flyfishing Class - March 25 & 26 and April 8
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THE NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS (NAMI Amador) is holding an affiliate meeting and support group on Tuesday, March 28th in the Multi-purpose Conference Room at Sutter Amador Hospital in Jackson from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. From 6:45 to 8:00 pm we will conduct confidential Support Groups for family members and individuals living with mental illnesses. For information call NAMI Amador (at ATCAA) 209-223-1485 Ex. 266.
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APRIL
- CPU On-site Computer Classes scheduled in April
- Spring Wine Event Benefits Endangered Historical Landmark - Sun Apr 2
- "Save Our History" Celebration - Sun Apr 2
- Knight Foundry Open House - Sun Apr 2
- 13th Annual Bunco for Breast Cancer - Fri Apr 7
- Sutter Creek Ladies Night - Sat April 8
- MSTW Presents their 5th Annual One-Act Festival - April 8 & 9
- Friends of the Amador County Library Spring Used Book Sale - April 21, 22 & 23
- Locals Live! Allen Frank & The Doghouse Blues, with special guest Laura Doyle - Sat Apr 22
- Join the Wagon Train for the Days of 49 Parade - Sun April 30
- Coffee & Canvas - Classes Apr 21, June 16, July 14

 ONGOING IN APRIL:
- CPU On-site Computer Classes scheduled in April
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WIN VOLCANO THEATRE TICKETS! We want to hear from you! What plays would you like to see? Are you interested in Directing? Acting? Can you sew? Paint? Would you like to learn about lighting and sound design?
Everyone who contacts Production Manager Amber Adams at amber95665@gmail.com with play suggestions, inquiries regarding a future as a VTC volunteer, or constructive ideas for improvement, will be put into a drawing for a FREE pair of tickets to a 2017 Summer production! Winner will be drawn April 1st (VTC Board Members not eligible).
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GARDEN FRIENDS: SUMMER VEGETABLES & ANNUAL FLOWERS - Spring is finally here! Are your thoughts turning to delicious, homegrown vegetables or a vase of colorful flowers from your garden? Please join the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County on Saturday, April 1, 2017 for “Garden Friends: Summer Vegetables and Annual Flowers”. Master Gardeners will identify local favorites and discuss care and maintenance of these as well as other vegetables and annual flowers which can be grown now and throughout the summer. Interested in organic vegetable gardening? The why and how of organic gardening will also be covered.  The class is free and open to the public. Handouts will include a planting guide which lists various elevations and local micro-climates. Classes are held in the GSA building at 12200-B airport Rd. in Jackson from 9am to Noon. For questions, call the UCCE 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
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WATERCOLORS BY JULIE TRAIL: “THESE GOLDEN HILLS” - Come see the watercolors I've been painting during the past rainy winter months! Spring is here! The foothills are green, with golden wildflowers abundant. Celebrate Spring!
My new collection of paintings will be hanging at Gallery 10, Sutter Creek, all of April.
A reception will be held on Saturday, April 1, 2-5 P.M., and you all are welcome.
Sip some wine, snack on some tasty goodies, and see my new collection! Watercolors by Julie Trail~ Gallery 10, 15 Eureka St., Sutter Creek~Gallery hours: Thursday-Monday 11-5. www.gallery10suttercreek.com
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GET WILD AND VOLUNTEER! WILDLIFE WORKSHOPS - Tri County Wildlife is looking for volunteers! Wildlife Workshops are coming! New volunteers and returning ones alike! See the dates below and follow the link for complete info! Call 209 283 3245 to reserve your spot!
3/24/17 Wildlife Workshop
5:30 pm @ The Feed Barn, 11261 Prospect Drive, Jackson, CA
4/1/17 Bird Rehabilitation
10 am @ The Paws Center
80 Ridge Rd
Suite B, Sutter Creek, CA
4/8/17 Mammal Rehabilitation
10 am @ The Paws Center
80 Rodge Rd
Suite B, Sutter Creek, CA
http://www.pawspartners.org/volunteer-at-tcwc.html Hope to see you there!
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HISTORIC KNIGHT FOUNDRY OPEN HOUSE - The Knight Foundry in Sutter Creek is America’s last water-powered foundry and machine shop and a premier relic of Mother Lode gold mining history. Everyone is welcome to attend their Open House on Sunday, April 2, from 10am to 4pm, 81 Eureka Street, Sutter Creek. Meet local historians and former Foundry employees, view demonstrations of how the wheels turned, and discover the compelling history that is historic Knight Foundry. The event is free.
For more information, visit: www.knightfoundry.com or call 209-267-5647,e-mail: theknightfoundry@gmail.com
On Facebook at: www.facebook.com/knightfoundry
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CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT presented by the Mother Lode Friends of Music on Sunday, April 9 at 3PM. String Quintet in G minor of W.A. Mozart, music for bass trombone and piano and duets for bass and tenor trombone. Sacramento-based string ensemble, Rudi Hoehn and Craig Murray, trombones, Ron Brickman, piano. FREE admission. Pine Grove Community Church, 14045 Ponderosa Road, Pine Grove. Call (209) 293-4227.
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DR. TEMPLE GRANDIN SPEAKING ON APRIL 9 - One of our Sutter Creek FFA seniors was lucky enough to book Temple Grandin, a noted autistic who is an author, speaker, cited expert in many publications, and video producer, as a speaker for her senior project. Dr. Grandin will be in Sutter Creek, April 9th, at 6 pm to speak to the community in the Amador HS Gym. Please contact Carly Benner at 209-257-7318 if you are interested in tickets.
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UPCOUNTRY 88 LIONS OMELET FEED & RAFFLE - Sunday April 9 at the American Legion Hall, 11401 American Legion Drive in Sutter Creek.  A No-Host Bar will start at 5:00 p.m. with dinner starting at 6:00 p.m. There will be a $15 donation, which includes an omelet, salad, dessert. There will be many raffle prizes. If you have any questions, please call (209) 295-3343 or (209) 295-6308 or visit their website: www.UpCountry88Lions.org. Proceeds benefit community services.
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AMADOR COUNTY ARTISTS ASSOCIATION APRIL MEETING - Artist Jaya King will be demonstrating her abstracted acrylic landscapes at the Wednesday April 12 meeting of the Amador County Artists Association, commencing at 7 p.m. in the Jackson Senior Center, 229 New York Ranch Road. King is a California native based out of Sacramento who has been showing, teaching, and demonstrating her artwork in Northern California since 2003. Jaya has a passion for color and finds excitement exploring the nuances of color relationships while painting. Her powerful acrylic landscapes and dynamic encaustic abstracts both share the theme of using a limited color palette.  The public is invited and new members are welcome.  For more information about ACAA, visit www.amadorcountyartists.org
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RAISING BACKYARD CHICKENS - Are you eager to get started raising backyard chickens or just beginning to consider home grown poultry? Fresh eggs are one of the many benefits that come from having your own chickens, a popular practice many people find fun and rewarding. The UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County will be offering a free public class, “Raising Backyard Chickens” on Saturday, April 15, 2017. Master Gardener, Stephanie Allen, will cover the basics of choosing and raising chicks as well as selecting appropriate breeds, housing, nutrition and the importance of keeping your chickens in optimal health. Handouts will be provided. Classes are held in the GSA building at 12200-B Airport Rd. in Jackson from 9am to Noon. For questions, call the UCCE 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
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45th ANNUAL AAUW HOME TOUR 2017: “STROLLING SUTTER CREEK” - The 45th annual Home Tour sponsored by AAUW Amador Branch will take place in the historic Gold Rush town of Sutter Creek.  The Tour, “Strolling Sutter Creek,” will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2017 from 11 AM to 4 PM and will feature five fantastic historic homes that have been remodeled and restored to incorporate respect for the past with the need for updated comfort and style.  In addition, docents will guide ticket holders though five living history sites including:  the Sutter Creek Fire Museum; the Catholic Cemetery with headstones from the 1850s; and a General Store Museum preserved from the turn of the century.  Also, the first two living history projects undertaken by the Sutter Creek Community Benefit Foundation (SCCBF) will be available for touring:  Miners’ Bend Park; and the Old Sutter Creek Grammar School.  Tea and homemade cookies will be served in the social hall of the historic Methodist Church while live music plays and the 2017 Opportunity Quilt is proudly displayed until raffled off at 3:30 PM.
Tickets are $25.00 in advance or $28.00 online or on Tour day.  Tickets are available after March 17th at the following local outlets: Claypool’s Gift & Home, Pine Cone Drug, Amador 360, and Ione Pharmacy.  Proceeds provide scholarships for local women and girls.

For details, visit our web site at: http://amador-ca.aauw.net/home-tour/
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__________________________________________________________MAY+
- Coffee & Canvas - Classes June 16, July 14

- Benefit Concert: "How Can I Keep From Singing?"- Songs by Pete Seeger & The Weavers - Sat June 10

SAVE THE DATE:
- Mother Lode Highland Games - June 10 & 11
- Operation Care: A Night at the Oscars - Sat May 20
- Sutter Amador Hospital Hosts Diabetes Information Fair for the Community on April 26
- Upcoming Events at the Amador County Fairgrounds: May-June 2017
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BUILDING & USING A HOOP HOUSE (Rescheduled): How would you like more control over the growing season? Do you want to harvest tomatoes year-round and grow lettuce for your salads in the hot summer? If so, then a Hoop House could be the perfect addition to your gardening area.
Please join the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County on Saturday, May 6 (this class was originally scheduled for March 25) for our class on “Building and Using a Hoop House”.  Attendees will gain hands–on experience in the complete construction of a Hoop House as well as ideas for year-round use of the structure. Hand-outs will be provided. The class is free and open to the public. However, we are asking that you call 223-6838 or email mgamador@ucdavis.edu for the location and to make reservations. Please leave your name and the number in your party attending. For questions, call the UCCE 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   
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SAVE THE DATE! SAVOR AMADOR 2017 - Happy to announce that Savor Amador 2017 is confirmed for Friday, May 12 at Bella Grace Vineyards tasting room in Sutter Creek. Each year we are thankful for the generosity of our community and to all the guests who purchase tickets and attend the fun, elegant event that supports Sutter Creek Elementary Schools. Stay tuned for more details!
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CAR SEAT TECHNICIAN COURSE - On Tuesday, May 16th - Friday, May 19, Amador County Public Health will be hosting a Car Seat Technician Course. This is very important as it allows our car seat education program to continue assisting the community. We are seeking 16 students to fill the class.
Starting January 2017, children are now required by state law to remain rear-facing in their car seat until age 2. Exceptions allow the child to face forward once reaching 40 lbs or 40 inches, this is extremely rare.​
Contact Amador County Public Health at 209-223-6407 for more information.
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COWBOY POET LARRY MAURICE will be appearing at the Main Library in Jackson on Wednesday, May 24 from 1-3PM. He will be giving a writing workshop and a short performance.

This event is supported in part by Poets & Writers through grants it has received from The James Irvine Foundation and the Hearst Foundations.
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SAVE THE DATE: EL FLAMENCO FESTIVAL “A NIGHT IN SPAIN” - Saturday, July 22 from 5:30-11 PM at the Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort Grand Oak Ballroom. Enjoy performances by flamenco dancers and Spanish guitar artists while basking in the decor of Old Spain. Dinner, Entertainment, Silent & Live Auctions. For more information, call Amador College Connect 217-8239.  Tickets available at Jacksoncasino.com starting April 3, 2017.
All proceeds benefit the Amador Community College Foundation, which operates Amador College Connect, a college resource center in Amador County.
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Opinions & Issues
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VIA SUTTER CREEK POLICE: DON'T LEAVE YOUR CAR RUNNING UNATTENDED!
This morning, an overnight visitor to Sutter Creek left her car running and unattended for an extended period of time. When she came outside, she found the car was gone.
A Sutter Creek PD Officer responded to assist. During his investigation, he determined that there were electronic devices left in the car when it was stolen that were capable of being tracked.
The officer tracked the car to Watsonville, and contacted Watsonville PD. They conducted surveillance on the unoccupied car. When the suspect returned to the car, he was taken into custody.
The Amador City resident said that he watched the car running unoccupied for 10 minutes before deciding to take it and go to Santa Cruz to purchase drugs, and then to Watsonville.
At press time it appeared as if all of the property left in the packed vehicle was present when it was recovered.
Thanks to a diligent Sutter Creek PD Officer, and the invaluable assistance of the Watsonville Police Department, a citizen's stolen property has been recovered, and the person responsible for that theft has been taken off the streets.

Gold star for the officer and a big THANK YOU to Watsonville PD!!
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VIA SUTTER CREEK POLICE DEPT: MOUNTAIN LION SIGHTING
On March 16, 2017 at approximately 9:45 am, a City of Sutter Creek employee encountered a mountain lion on Mahoney Mill Road, approximately 1.5 miles south of the treatment plant.
The following tips from the California Dept. of Fish and Game are worth remembering:
Do not hike, bike, or jog alone.
• Avoid hiking or jogging when mountain lions are most active – dawn, dusk, and at night.
• Keep a close watch on small children.
• Do not approach a mountain lion.
• If you encounter a mountain lion, do not run; instead, face the animal, make noise and try to look bigger by waving your arms; throw rocks or other objects. Pick up small children.
• If attacked, fight back.
• If a mountain lion attacks a person, immediately call 911.
Be safe!
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MAIL THEFT/BURGLARY ALERT: SUTTER CREEK POST OFFICE, SUTTER CREEK, CA - This notice is to inform you that between close of business on 3/1/17 and 7:45 AM on 3/2/17 this facility was burglarized. Please monitor your financial institutions for fraudulent activity which may have resulted from this burglary. In the event you discover fraudulent activity, please contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service immediately at the number listed below:
U.S. Postal Inspection Service
P.O. Box 13130, Sacramento, CA 95813
1-877-876-2455
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VIA ACN READER: SCAM ALERT: "In the last week, I've gotten two calls from a man claiming to be from the "Health and Safety Agency, calling on a recorded line." Since I know there is no agency by that name, I have asked him about what agency he represents, his phone number, where they're located, etc. Then he hangs up. Today he said he was representing "the Senior Care Authority" -- which is also not a real entity. This is clearly a scam to defraud seniors. Please share with others so they will look out for it."
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VIA ACN READER: The Sierra Wind Wellness & Recovery Center on Argonaut in Jackson has had some issues with illegal dumping on their property. The police have been notified, but if you see such activity (possibly at night/early morning hours), please get a description of the vehicle(s) or individuals and call your local law enforcement.
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SCAM ALERT: Phone scams are on the rise across the USA, and in our region.
We have received several calls in past 3 days that sound SO 'real' that we want to warn neighbors. These are mechanical 'robocalls' that seem VERY 'real', as if an actual human being is making the call...but it's a machine, designed to record YOU when they ask, "Can you hear me?" or something like, "Is that OK now?" HANG UP ON THESE CALLS! Otherwise, your innocent 'yes' can be recorded and lead you into 'signing on' to all sorts of scams! Our numbers are on the 'no-call' list, but we have had several, here are two from the past couple of days. If your phone rings and you hear either line, HANG UP IMMEDIATELY, technology has made these sound like 'real' people, it's just another robocall trying to CHEAT you:
1. "Hi, this is Jason at Customer Service...can you hear me?" (Wow, this is a creepy new angle!) HANG UP immediately!
Another call two min ago from 916-583-5039...
2. This female scam robovoice starts with something along the lines of "Oh...sorry, didn't hear you, dropped my headset...is this OK?" THIS IS A SCAM! DO NOT SAY A WORD, HANG UP! We have been called about 4 times in past 2 weeks...don't fall for it, neighbors!
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VIA CITIZEN REPORT: POSSIBLE SCAM ALERT
My husband just sent me the following email:
There was a phone message from B of A asking for clarification of our "profile".  With a phone number to call.  And a different number if we think the message to us is in error.  Do we have an acct. with them?  I just checked my credit cards and I see that the Working Assets is B of A. Since you're more likely to have the info they want, I'll let you call them unless you want me to.  1-877-526-8680.  For errors, 1-877-551-0127.
Neither number matched the customer service number on the back of my VISA card. So i called the number on the back of my card, went through the usual security questions with pleasant woman in Utica New York and she searched the B of A phone and "transfer tree" and could not find either number.  We agree that it might be a scam and that i should not call either number back.  She also checked my account and could find no evidence of any alerts or possible fraudulent activity. So i had my husband delete the message.
Spread the word - the twist of offering a number to call if you think the message might be "in error" is a new one.
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VIA SUTTER CREEK POLICE: Recently we have experienced a number of residential burglaries in Sutter Creek. These crimes are understandably disturbing to the citizens, and they are disturbing to the police department.
Our officers have increased their patrol of residential areas, so you should expect to see more of the officers cruising through the neighborhoods. Please feel free to flag them down and talk with them if you have questions, or if you have something that you feel might help solve these crimes.
Typically, these crimes occur during the day when the criminal believes the homeowners are away. From the neighbor’s house across the street, it may look like a stranger knocking on the front door and then going around to the back of the house moments later.
We are fortunate in Sutter Creek to have many residents who are retired, or who work from home. In our efforts to prevent these burglaries and other crimes in our neighborhoods, those of you who are home represent our most powerful crime prevention tool. We need your eyes, and we need your voices.
So, if you see something suspicious, we encourage you to report it to the police department immediately. On a personal note, I want to share that many years ago, my home was burglarized in the very manner I have described above. It was traumatic to my family, and we felt violated and angry that someone had come into our home and fled with our stuff. We at the Sutter Creek Police Department will do everything in our power to prevent this from occurring to anyone else, and ask you all to join us by keeping an eye out for each other and reporting suspicious activity.
James O’Connell
Chief of Police
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Meetings
CLICK HERE for the County Government Calendar
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CITY/COUNTY GOVERNMENT MEETINGS:
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 6PM.
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 (ACUSD/ACOE) 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 (AWA) meets on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays at 9 AM.
AWA Committees are scheduled as needed.
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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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AMADOR COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE meets on the 1st Monday of every month at 7PM at their office at 557 Hwy 49 Suite 3, Jackson. Call 209-257-1397. The public is welcome to attend.
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INVITATION TO JOIN THE LOCKWOOD FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT AUXILIARY - We raise money for our volunteer personnel and have a lot of fun doing this. We have dinners, concerts and our annual pancake breakfast. We meet every first Monday of the month. If you are interested in joining our group, contact Carol Asmus at 209-2396-5681 or Marilyn Dillion, VP at 209-296-8011. Our website is www.lockwoodfire.org
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TODDLER PLAYGROUPS
Mondays through Thursdays
9:30 am - 11: 30 am
Various locations throughout the County:
Mondays - Camanche
Tuesdays - Jackson
Wednesdays - Ione
Thursdays - Pine Grove
A new year of the always-popular Toddler Playgroups has begun! FREE to all children aged 0-5, and their caregivers! Contact First 5 Amador for more information and specific locations, at 257-1092 or visit www.first5amador.com. Playgroups follow the ACUSD schedule.
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'MOM TO MOM' PERINATAL WELLNESS SUPPORT GROUP - 2nd Saturday of Every Month. 2:30 - 4:00 pm at the First 5 Building, 975 Broadway, Jackson. In this group for new moms and pregnant women, we support moms to recover from pregnancy and birth, help you feel well and be the mom you want to be, discuss anxiety, stress, depression, and difficulty adjusting, learn coping skills, relaxation techniques, and communication skills. Facilitated by Christa Thompson, LCSW. These groups meet on the 2nd Saturday of every month. For questions, information, and/or to RSVP for free child care, please call 257-1092.
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT GROUP - Tuesdays at 10AM. Call Operation Care for information, 223-2600.
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LGBTQ SOCIAL & ACTIVITY GROUP: On-going, every 1st and 3rd Fridays, 4:00 – 5:30m at Hein and Co., 204 Main St., Jackson. All ages welcome. Join us for dialogue, friendship, support and social activities. Contact: Marla Vander Meer (209) 256-3750 also find us on facebook at Motherlode Pride Center.
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PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP - Interim Healthcare of Jackson is hosting monthly Parkinson’s Disease Support Group every third Tuesday of the month, from 10:30 am to 12 noon. We have a speaker for most meetings. We also have painting lessons for those who are interested. Call us at 209-223-9119 for more information.
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“READ ACROSS AMADOR” MEETINGS - 3rd Tuesday of Every Month at 12:30 pm at the ATCAA office at 935 S. Hwy 49, Jackson. Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. Please mark your calendars, and join us to discuss ways to increase literacy awareness and opportunities in Amador County. Meetings are open to everyone! For more information, please call 257-1092.
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CAMANCHE SCHOOL READINESS PROGRAM - Wednesdays from 9:00 am - 11:00 am at the Camanche Lake Community Center. FREE to all children aged 3-5. Learn about letters, numbers, colors, shapes, and reading. Help your child get used to the rhythm and routine of school, and ready for kindergarten. Call Nexus Youth & Family Services for more information, or to enroll your child, at 763-2720 or 257-1980. Program follows the ACUSD schedule.
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'FOOTPRINTS' SUPPORT GROUP 3rd Wednesday of Every Month from 6:00 - 7:30 pm at Sutter Amador Hospital, First Floor, Mountain Room. Footprints is open to all parents who have experienced the death of their baby, from pregnancy through infancy. Footprints is also a place where grieving parents with similar experiences can come together and share their feelings about their loss, and the love for their babies. Adults only please. For more information, please call 257-1092.
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AMADOR REPUBLICAN CENTRAL COMMITTEE meets on the on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:30PM at their headquarters located at 12275 Martell Road (across from Panda House Restaurant). Our meetings are open to the public, and attendance is encouraged. For more information, visit: http://amadorrepublicans.com/


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Classes, Workshops, Seminars
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DID YOU KNOW that ATCAA offers different Types of Child Therapy?
- Play Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Learn More about our Children's Therapy Program http://atcaa.org/childrens-therapy/
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LI’L MINERS BUMPER CLASS” AT GOLD COUNTRY LANES - Every Tuesday at 11 am. Designed bowlers 8 years or younger. Learn bowling terminology along with bowling skills. Bowl 1 game per week for 10 weeks for $5 weekly. Bring a friend or make a new one! For more information, call 223-3334 or stop by Gold Country Lanes on 81 Ridge Rd, Sutter Creek.
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THE LABYRINTH PROJECT: On-going, every 2nd and 4th Fridays, 2:00 – 3:00 or 3:30 at Sierra Wind Wellness Center, 10354 Argonaut Lane, Jackson. Groups focus on learning about the labyrinth and how to use it to promote personal wellness.
Contact Labyrinth Facilitator/Coordinator: Marla Vander Meer 256-3750
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DO YOU HAVE AN OVERLY-FRIENDLY AND RAMBUNCTIOUS DOG who embarrasses you when friends come over? Would you like some step-by-step guidance to teach your furry wild child to politely sit to greet you and others?
Our Furry Friends offers a Doggie Door Manners Training mini-guide, a follow-up discounted phone or Skype lesson, and a 3-session training class.
For more info, please visit www.dog-b-good.com/DoggieDoorManners
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OPEN STUDIO AT WENDY WARD’S STUDIO - Bring your project or come for inspiration every Monday from 10am - 1pm. Enjoy conversation, tea and snacks & a chance to see what others are working on. Feel free to bring a lunch and spend time getting to know others.
Basic tools (scissors, cutting mats, etc.) and a variety of materials are available to sample.. No formal instruction, but ideas and suggestions provided if you need a spark!
$15 for a 3 hour block, or purchase 12 hours (4 weeks) for $50. For more information, call 295-2224. On Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/WendyWardStudio/
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GOLDEN GIRLS ‘N GUYS- Classes meet at 10:10 a.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays in Pine Grove at Team Fitness. We improve our balance, strength and stamina. The 45-minute classes are geared for seniors and for going at your own pace. Our ages range from 50s up into the 80's. Pay as you go or pre-pay $50 for 10 classes.
We have fun to great oldies music. Classes are small so you get lots of individual attention from a Certified Personal Fitness trainer who from experience, understands the issues of aging and helping the body stay healthy and strong! For more information contact Cherie Maitland at 209-304-5139.
Visit Team Fitness Amador, http://www.teamfitnessamador.com/
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AMADOR COOPERATIVE PRESCHOOL HAS OPENINGS - The Amador Cooperative Preschool in Jackson is Amador County’s only parent cooperative preschool, and currently has openings. ACP differs from other preschools in the county in that it is run by, and for, the preschool families. Each family shares in the operation of the school, and teachers and parents work together to create a positive, safe, nurturing, and fun learning environment for all children. A strong sense of community flourishes within this cooperative structure. ACP offers a morning preschool class that meets Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:30 - 11:30 am. Families may enroll their child(ren) for 2 or 3 days a week. Please call Teacher/Director Elaine at 257-0622 for current enrollment information.
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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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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 HATHA YOGA CLASSES meet on Wednesdays and Fridays from 12 to 12:45 pm at Team Fitness in Pine Grove. Classes are kept small for lots of special attention to help you make those healthy changes you've been wanting to make. Excellent classes for beginners and seniors! $8 or a pass of 10 sessions for $65. Contact: Cherie Maitland coach@jacksonteamfitness.com
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PARENTING WITH A PURPOSE - Thursdays 3pm to 5pm beginning October 20 at the Margaret Dalton Children's Center, First 5 Amador, 975 Broadway, Jackson. Come join us for our interactive and supportive fall series to learn and strengthen practical, proven positive parenting skills. For more information or to register, please contact Coral Stricler at 257-1980 ext 103 or cstricler@nexusyfs.org
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More announcements...
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COUNTY JOB OPENINGS: http://www.co.amador.ca.us/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities
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AMADOR COUNTY JOBS: http://ca-amador.countyjobs.careers/
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VIA MOTHER LODE SOCCER LEAGUE: “In an effort to improve the soccer fields at Howard Park, MLYSL is sponsoring extensive field maintenance, including re-seeding. If you see these signs posted, please stay off the fields (including pets). We appreciate your understanding and cooperation!”
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BUSINESS FOR SALE: OWNERS RETIRING: After almost 7 years as owners of the Creeky Cupboard, we are retiring at the end of 2017. Until then, we will consider selling this wonderful turnkey opportunity. Serious inquiries can be submitted to: creekycupboard@hotmail.com. As we do not want time taken away from our customers, please do not ask our sales staff to discuss any details
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13TH ANNUAL BUNCO FOR BREAST CANCER IS COMING SOON! We still have a few spots open if you would like to join us for this wonderful event. Call us now!
We have spots for single players and teams to play! You don’t need to play bunco to join us, just pre-register and come for the great time! We also have a beautiful silent auction and wine table auction! It is an amazing evening where we join together with the common cause of helping those on their cancer journey.
All of this is possible because of our amazing community that we live in! Our community is the Amador STARS!
All funds raised remain local to help women with any type of cancer on their cancer journey through the services of Amador STARS. 91% of funds raised by Amador STARS last year, went directly to patient services.
We offer FREE transportation, wigs, scarves, caps, hats, make up tips w/classes for ladies, support groups and resources. Last year our incredible volunteers drove patients over 100,000 miles to treatment centers all over northern California! These services are free due to our fundraising abilities!
For more information, visit our website: www.amadorstars.org
Call Amador STARS at 267-1246 for more information, or contact Ginger at 296-4042 or ginger@volcano.net
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THE KNIGHT FOUNDRY WEB SITE is now up and running at www.knightfoundry.com.
And for those of you who've already asked about how to make donations - the link to DONATE is now active on our website. Thank you all for your likes, follows and your support this month as we've embarked on this new phase.
On Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/knightfoundry/
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For individuals dealing with prostate cancer: For some years there has been a monthly meeting providing information and support, held at Sutter Amador hospital.  Now the object is to continue Prostate Cancer support in Amador County but in a changed way. There no longer will be meetings, but contact will be through Sutter Amador Hospital and Jerry Trottier who will provide referrals to men who have been active in the group, had prostate cancer and have had various treatments. They are willing and able to answer questions about their treatments. In this way we will continue to have support in Amador for those who want information about Prostate Cancer.
Contact Jerry Trottier, e-mail: Trottier@volcano.net  Phone 209-223-9133
Or Sutter Amador Hospital:  209-223-7500
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VIA IONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Hello Ione Elementary Parents,
We are aware that there may be students in our community who are TK-aged who may not be in school. If your child, or a child you know, turned 5 years old between September 2, 2016 and December 2, 2016, he or she can attend school in Amador County right now! if this applies to you or someone you know, please call our school office at 257-7000 or come to the school office and we will help you enroll right away! If you could please pass this information to anyone you might know that doesn't have an enrolled student at Ione Elementary and will not get this connect ed.
Thank you, we appreciate you help in passing this information to the community.
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VIA BRIAN ONETO: FYI if you have not yet seen this regarding Mount Aukum Road Closure in El Dorado County. See link:
http://www.edcgov.us/pressreleasedetail.aspx?id=30064774126
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CALL TO ARTISTS - Gold Country Artists Gallery invites talented artists working in all media to submit an application to join our gallery. Jewelry artists and artists working in 3D (ceramicists, woodturners, etc.) are particularly encouraged to apply.
To find out more about this opportunity, stop by our gallery, located on Main Street in Placerville. We’re open every day from 10-6. You can also call us during business hours.
Gold Country Artists Gallery, 379 Main Street, Placerville, CVA 95667
Call 530-642-2944.
facebook.com/goldcountryartistsgallery
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VENDORS SOUGHT FOR MOTHER LODE HIGHLAND GAMES: If you sell a Celtic product (Scottish, Irish, Welsh, Galatian, Brittany, something from the Isle of Man, Cornish) please join us as a vendor at the Mother Lode Highland Games. Since a lot of Celts are Norse we'll welcome Norwegian products too. Oh, and you Brits we'll welcome you since Scotland is presently part of the UK. To participate as a vendor please go to www.MotherLodeGames.com to sign up.
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FUNDRAISER FOR JAMES VEGA: I am asking for help for this great family, the Vega's . Victor and Charlotte Vega have raised two great kids, Hannah and James, in a small rural community based in Amador County. Their son, James, was just accepted to SOU to continue his education. He is an outstanding student academically and a gifted athlete that helped bring our local football team to state championships this 2016 season. Victor, a hard working Christian man, just recovering from knee surgery received notification from his job and was laid off from Lowe's yesterday after serving 17 years for the corporation. Victor is still in recovery phase for the next 6 months. He was the breadwinner for the family and now they have no means to send James to college.
I am pleading for my nephew, James, deserves so much in life and more. Would you please find it in your heart to donate, every dollar counts to help a bright young man continue with his dreams! Help spread the word!
GO FUND ME: https://www.gofundme.com/39dj1go
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THE AMADOR COUNTY HISTORICAL RAILROAD FOUNDATION, based in Ione, is looking for a storefront in Ione for a taste for the public. If you have any ideas, please give us a call at area code 209 256-6693 and ask for Robert Staggs.
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DID THIS LAST STORM cause damage to your property?  If so and you want it taken care of, give me (Zach) a call at 209-273-8574.  I'm a very hard working, Purple Heart veteran. I'm very dependable, respectful young man, so if you have a job that you need done quickly and correctly please contact me.  God bless you for your time.
P. S. Your job gets done and you get to help from vet; it's a win-win!
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of others? The Amador College Connect Center needs volunteers. Could you donate 4 hours of your time just once a month?  Help is needed with:
  • Clerical/Reception
  • Assisting students
  • Computer assistance/skills/technology
  • Fund Raising
  • Marketing/advertising
Volunteers work a four-hour shift once a month at the College Connect Center.  For those that are able, volunteers attend an optional once-a-month meeting.
For more information please call (209) 217-8239 or email: info@amadorcollegeconnect.org  
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VOLUNTEER WEEKEND DRIVERS NEEDED! The Interfaith Food Bank has a desperate need for route pickup drivers and riders for the 2nd & 3rd Saturday of each month. If you would like to contribute 3 to 4 hours for one or two days a month or be on call, please contact Charlotte Harris: E-mail chfeedamador@gmail.com. Phone: 209.267.9006
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FYI VIA THE HIVE: We are so excited to be welcoming the Americorps NCCC volunteers. The Hive is sponsoring them from January 11 through March 17. They will be planting seedlings donated by Sierra Pacific Industries and helping with erosion and fire protection issues, as well as other recovery jobs you may need hands for.
If you are interested in being considered to receive some of these seedlings, please complete the survey questionnaire as soon as possible!
The link to the survey is below and at https://goo.gl/forms/s9jFFQeljI0cER3F3
I look forward to hearing from you! You can email with questions to TreesBees@TheHiveButteFire.ORG
Mona Baroody, President
The Hive: a Butte Fire Recovery Center 501(c)(3)
By Appointment 209-600-1565
TheHiveButteFire.ORG
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YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE to receive the New Cal EITC as well as the Fed EITC on your Tax return or both, but you must file your taxes to claim it. Let us help you file for free at Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency.
It’s FREE and it’s your money, so get it! 209-223-1485.
http://atcaa.org/tax-assistance/
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TAKE THE SURVEY: Amador County Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan Update Survey
This survey is being used as part of the Needs Assessment for the Amador County-wide Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan Update process. We would like to know more about your walking and biking needs within the county. Please also make sure to add comments to our Public Comment Map to identify where you currently walk and/or bike within the county and existing hazards for pedestrians and bicyclists.
Click on the link below to take the survey:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeAZUxXiHhf1835Jw9VYvSDp0BVI7AamgJajeDlxO-VRSFKQA/viewform
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WHY WAIT? GET MOTIVATED NOW! Have you found yourself needing a new place to call your fitness home? Look no further! We guarantee you'll find only the highest quality of fitness training in our state of the art, clean and energetic facility in Jackson. Why wait until the new year? Stay motivated and accountable through the holidays with one of our certified personal trainers! Call us today for more information and learn how easy it is to sign up! Motivate Personal Fitness Academy, 209-406-8828.
On Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/motivate.personal.fitness.academy/
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SUPPORT LOCAL WRITERS: Please support local writers and take a look at Placer Gold Writers crowd-funding project. I wrote one of the short stories, and was part of the editing team; check out the Kickstarter video! Your support of our publishing project would be greatly appreciated. This is a new venture for me and I'm very excited! Please share this post: every pledged dollar ensures we publish this awesome new book soon!! Thank you so much.
Eva Dunn
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1097189210/through-button-eyes-a-collection-of-short-fiction?ref=thanks_link
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MINI-GRANT OPPORTUNITIES: The Amador Child Abuse Prevention Council (ACAPC) has funding available for child abuse prevention mini-grant proposals for the 2016-17 fiscal year. One-time mini-grants will be awarded up to $2,000. The Amador Child Abuse Prevention Council has set aside funds towards the goal of contracting with qualified organizations and agencies to provide child abuse prevention services/programs within the County of Amador. Projects eligible for funding include schools, parent groups, non-profit agencies, and community organizations. The Council – a collaboration of county organizations, agencies, and community members – has found that the unmet needs in the area of child abuse prevention include the following focus areas:
•Drug & Alcohol/Substance Abuse Treatment/Prevention
•Parent Education/Parent Support
•Promoting Mental Wellness/Trauma Informed Care
•Developmentally Appropriate Behavior/Developmental Milestones Education
•Neglect/Distracted Parenting and Child Safety
Mini-Grant applications may be submitted to ACAPC at any time throughout the 2016-17 fiscal year, however grant reviews and awards will occur bi-monthly. For an application form please visit www.amadorcapc.org, or contact Amador Child Abuse Prevention Council at 223-5921, or by email at info@amadorcapc.org
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BEHAVIORAL SPECIALIST PROGRAM FOR CHILD CARE - Are you experiencing challenging behavior in your preschool or child care setting? First 5 Amador has contracted behavioral specialists that can help! These professionals can provide either child-specific or comprehensive consultations for child care providers and early childhood educators in Amador County. Consultants work with you, the child (age 0-5), and parents by offering on-site and phone support, strategies, tools and linkages to the support and resources that you need. This program is free. Please call First 5 Amador for more information, at 257-1092.
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"WOOD ANGELS provide free firewood to seniors, disabled, vets, and others in need who are having a hard time making ends meet.
Wood donations are primarily from private property owners
Wood Angels need to continue this service as the need is growing and they need monetary donations as well as volunteers, who are willing to split wood, stack wood, pick-up wood, and make deliveries of wood.
The group is totally volunteers, and no one is compensated for their time. All monetary donations go towards gas for pick-up/delivery, chainsaws, chains for chainsaws, splitter and splitter repairs, tarps, base rock for yard, pods for storing equipment at yards, new or used trucks for same.
Wood Angels have a Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/firewoodangels/) and are in the process of developing a website
Thanks for the opportunity to share this very valuable service for the residents of Amador County. If you need any more information, please contact me (Nancy) at the info below. Again, thank you!"
Nancy Fort
(209) 295-4876 (office)
(209) 256-2226 (cell)
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A MESSAGE FROM THE ANIMAL SHELTER: It seems there are always "stray" dogs at the shelter. Many dogs are found wandering by community members, others are picked up by AC.
Please, please, if your dog has gone missing call the shelter or better yet go to the shelter. Take them a flyer or a copy of a photo and description. Check back daily. Currently there are several "stray" dogs there. Big dogs and small dogs! If your dog (or cat) missing he might be waiting for you, alone and scared. (209)223-6378 12340 Airport Rd. Jackson
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HOSPICE OF AMADOR & CALAVERAS offers free Grief Support for adults and children. Please call our office at (209) 223-5500 for more information.
Web site: http://www.hospiceofamador.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HospiceofAmadorandCalaveras/
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GREEN WASTE DUMPSTER AT LOCKWOOD FIRE STATION: To assist the upcountry residents with keeping a defensible space around their homes, Amador Fire Safe Council working together with Farmers Insurance obtained a grant to provide a green waste dumpster at Lockwood Fire Station #151.
This is the second year this program has been available to those in the Lockwood Fire District area. Anyone can use the dumpster as long as it is only vegetation - pine needles, leaves and branches less than 2 inches in diameter. Due to the discovery of electronic waste in the dumpster, video cameras are now monitoring the dumpster and fire station area.
The dumpster is located at 23141 Shake Ridge Road, approximately 3 miles above Daffodil Hill. If you use the dumpster, please clean up after use and insure all vegetation is inside the dumpster. No plastic bags are allowed in the dumpster. We encourage everyone to use this free service to help keep your home safe.
For more information, contact Jackie Vaughn, Communications, Lockwood Fire Protection District, 209-296-5122.
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VIA UPCOUNTRY COMMUNITY COUNCIL: Here's the information and application for the free low flow toilets & shower heads. Please read the requirements on "Eligibility" to be sure that you're a customer of one of the listed water agencies. Also, put your home address on the map by clicking on the "here" in the sentence "You can view a map of these areas here." Or you can call to verify that you're eligible. If you are, fill out and submit the information on the "Application" page. http://umrwa-conserve.org/
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FYI: The Office of Administrative Law approved the re-adoption of the Board of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Drought Mortality Amendments. This emergency regulatory action readopts the 1038(k), Forest Practice Rule relating to the harvesting of dead and dying trees related to drought and bark beetle induced mortality.
The Department of Insurance completed the “Home/Residential Insurance and Wildfire FAQs” document to provide information for homeowners experiencing cancellations or non-renewals, Fair Plan information and other pertinent homeowner insurance information.  The FAQ document has been posted to the Tree Mortality website.  See links.
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GALLERY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at the AmadorArts Gallery in Sutter Creek.
Every Saturday & Sunday the Gallery is staffed by volunteers from 11-4. You do not need to be an artist, just enjoy art and chatting with people. Call or email DeDe at 267-9850 or email: dederyan@sbcglobal.net
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NOTE FROM LYNN MORGAN (D3 SUPERVISOR): “...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.
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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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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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: https://www.healthcarevolunteers.ca.gov/
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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 increase 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

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