Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Updates have been made in all our departments...thanks for reading!
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News & Announcements:
CLICK HERE for the County Government Calendar
Sophia's Well of Wisdom presents "Vision of Oneness" - May 31-June 1 - AmadorInterfaith.com
Pre-Order your Perfect Food Bars from MotherLoad CrossFit! - AmadorHealth.com
CAL FIRE: Wildfire Awareness Week declared in CA for May 4-10
AMADOR WATER AGENCY BOARD OF DIRECTORS meets on Thursdays at 9 AM
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL meets on 2nd & 4th Thurs at 6:30 PM
"Covered CA" Enrollment Assistance Information Webinar - Thurs May 22 - AmadorHealth.com
Ticket Pre-Sales for the Amador County Fair now available - LifeInAmador.com
Amador County Artists Association Student Art Show held on May 7 - 30 - AmadorArts.com
Variety of Positions Open at Lockwood Fire Protection District - AmadorGroups.com
AmadorWine.com - May 2014 Events - AmadorFoodandWine.com

FYI! The "Diggers" Kennedy Mine episode on the National Geographic Channel will air on Friday at 9:00 pm, Pacific time. http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/channel/diggers/

YOUR WRITE HANDS PRESENTS: “BASIC COMPUTER TRAINING: MICROSOFT WINDOWS” - Mon May 12 from 11AM-1PM at Mace Meadows Golf Course Main Activity Room, 26570 Fairway Drive, Pioneer. Solutions for Microsoft Windows, using the computer to empower, enrich and enhance your lives. Cost is $20. Class is limited to six (6) students. For complete information, visit: www.YourWriteHands.com

REC’ING CREW AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM!  Jackson &  Plymouth After School program…100% FREE! Open to 6th 7th and 8th graders.
Lodgehill in Plymouth, 2pm to 5pm…Tuesdays, Wednesday & Thursday
The HUB in Jackson, 2pm to 5pm… **New** (Monday – Thursday)
Closed on School Holidays. Waivers must be completed and signed by a parent.
Help with homework…Arts and Crafts,  Sports, Tie Dye, Engineering Projects, Field trips, Challenge of the month…and much more. Closed on School Holidays. Waivers must be completed and signed by a parent. Hope to see you there! http://www.goacra.org/documents/afterschool_flyer.pdf

NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS (NAMI AMADOR) - The Amador County chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI Amador) is holding an affiliate meeting and support group on Tuesday, May 27th in the Multi-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 a confidential Support Group for family members and caregivers of those with mental illnesses. For information call NAMI Amador (at ATCAA) 209-223-1485 Ex. 266.

AMADOR COUNTY RECREATION AGENCY (ACRA) is seeking donations of lightly used toys, games, sports equipment, vending machines, fooze-ball-table, and arcade games for the summer youth programs! Help us spread the word to fill the HUB! Thank You! Contact 223-6349, ask for Desirae.

CERTIFIED SWIMMING INSTRUCTORS NEEDED for this summer at the Plymouth and Ione pools. Must be C.P.R./First Aid and Lifeguard certified! Please contact Des sirae at 223-6349 or email DS@amadorgov.org.


ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE NOW FORMING! 
4 on 4...Teams-Men women or mixed
Dates: Sundays Starting July 13th
Time: Games start at 3pm
Argonaut High School
Cost $175 Per Team. Managers Meeting: Sunday June 29th during Open Gym. Sign up through ACRA at 223-6349, ask for John!

SPONSORSHIPS SOUGHT: Victory Village Amador is a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to serving veterans. We operate a transitional housing center for homeless Veterans. We assist with housing, education, life skills, physical and mental wellness. We are holding a couple of fundraisers and would like to ask for your assistance.
We are looking for Hole Sponsors and Raffle prizes for our 3rd Annual Golf Tournament which will be on June 1st 2014 at Castle Oaks Golf Course in Ione CA. If you are in the area and would like to play in the tournament you can get a registration form from our website or contact me and I will send you one. Cathy Coudsy, 267-9338 or email: ccoudsy@victoryvillageamador.org
We are also planning a fundraising dinner in September for which we are looking for raffle and silent auction items (more info to follow as we get closer to the date).
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me and thank you for taking the time to consider assisting us in our mission to help those who have given so much for all of us.
Thank you again,
Cathy Coudsy
Fundraising Coordinator
209-267-9335

NEW “AMADOR RIDES” VOLUNTEER DRIVER PROGRAM SEEKS VOLUNTEERS - Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer experience that provides a meaningful service to your neighbors in Amador County? Then consider volunteering for the new Amador Rides Volunteer Driver Program. 
The program is designed to help Amador County residents who have no other means of transportation get to healthcare appointments. Amador Rides is a collaborative program of the Social Service Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC), plus other local service providers, with Amador Transit Mobility Management spearheading the program.
Persons interested in volunteering should contact Amador Transit Mobility Manager, Robin Valencia, at 267-8142 or by emailing robin@amadortransit.com. Volunteer applications may also be downloaded from the Amador Transit website at www.AmadorTransit.com.
For a application visit: http://amadortransit.com/site/pdf/Amador%20Rides%20Volunteer%20Driver%20Application.pdf

HAVING A YARD SALE? 'Tis the season! Email carol@newsamador.com with your yard/garage sale announcement; include the day, date, time, location/address, contact information (optional). List a few items, if you'd like! If you're on Facebook, feel free to post your yard sale announcement on our Facebook Wall at: facebook.com/AmadorCounty
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: Playgroup Coordinator. Part-time substitute position for playgroup in AmadorCounty.  Visit our website: www.trcac.org  for complete description and an application. Submit application, cover letter, and resume by fax (209) 754-1205; mail P.O. Box 919, San Andreas CA  95249; in person 444 E. St. Charles, San Andreas.  Closing Date:  Open Until Filled   Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB SEEKERS! Search the Mother Lode Job Connection, www.mljt.org

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OBITUARY NOTICES:
Dolores Zerr
Jack Canvin
Mildred Edith Henry
Russell Ackerson
Posted in: AmadorMemorials.com
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TSPN BROADCASTS can be viewed at: www.tspntv.com
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CA CITY NEWS: CaliforniaCityNews.org
CA COUNTY NEWS: CaliforniaCountyNews.org
CA GOVERNMENT NEWS:  News.CA.gov

Do you have a newsworthy item for any of our departments?
Email your releases or news briefs to: newsroom@newsamador.com

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May 2014 Newsletters
Email your newsletters for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com
"Smoke Signals" Lockwood Fire Protection District Newsletter - Spring 2014
Preston Communicator - Spring 2014

Does your group/organization have a monthly or seasonal newsletter?
Email your newsletter (or the link from your web site) to: carol@newsamador.com
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Community Calendar
Email your announcements for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com

MAY 2014

SOPHIA’S WELL OF WISDOM - Reflecting on Mother’s Day, Rev. Patsy starts the Wisdom Circle conversation this Sunday talking about Divine Sophia (Wisdom) and the Vertical Dimension of Oneness as a guide for life. Meditation begins at 10am, Wisdom Circle at 11am. This Saturday’s Self-Care class practices self-healing through Mindful Movement, Reiki Self-Treatment, and Yoga Nidra for deep relaxation. Coming soon: Spring Weekend Workshop, Vision of Oneness, on 5/31-6/1. Space is limited; pre-register by 5/15. The multi-faith spiritual center is located at 270 Hanford Street, Sutter Creek. Visit: www.sophiaswell.org to see calendar, contact Rev. Patsy Walker Fine at 209-418-9003, and we are on Facebook. 209-418-9003 Email: sophiaswell@volcano.net

ROARING CAMP is open for the season, don’t miss out on the first Saturday Night NY Steak BBQ, with gold panning and live music.  Special price of $30.00 per person, make your reservations soon and come and listen to Lovin' Country, have a GREAT dinner, and find some gold! Any questions or to make reservation please give us a call. 209-296-4100 www.roaringcampgold.com

QUALITY OF LIFE SEMINARS: Interim Healthcare of Jackson would like to personally invite you to attend one or all of the informative seminars in our Springtime Quality of Life seminar series, starting on May 1, 2014. All seminars will take place at our Interim Healthcare office, located at 11992 State Highway 88, Suite 2046, Jackson. Please call Jasmine/Melissa @ 209-223-9111 to RSVP or email us jlipscomb@interimhealth.com.

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

IONE HOMECOMING 2014 - Fri & Sat, May 9 & 10 at Howard Park, Ione. This annual celebration has been held during the month of May almost every year since that first Centennial celebration in 1876. The Ione Picnic Association coordinates this historic event. Celebrations include a wide variety of activities for all ages! For more information, visit: http://touramador.com/ione-homecoming


SUTTER CREEK THEATER PRESENTS:
Fri May 9 - Pierre Bensuan - The Mozart of Acoustic Guitar
Sat May 10 - The Stray Birds with Rita Hosking
For information and tickets, visit: www.suttercreektheater.com

VOLCANO THEATRE: “BABY WITH THE BATHWATER” – Performances through May 17 at the Cobblestone Theater in Volcano. Fri & Sat performances. Doors open at 7:30, performance begins at 8pm. Seating limited to 50. Tickets are $16 general admission, $14 for seniors. Available at Hein & Co. Bookstore, 2014 Main StreetJackson. Tickets also available at the door, first come, first served. For more information, visit: www.volcanotheatre.org

BEDBUG CHALLENGE 10K RUN & 5K WALK/RUN for 5th Grade Science Camp. - Register now for the Bedbug Challenge scheduled for Saturday, May 10, 2014 at the Castle Oaks Golf Club! Pre-Registration Entry Fees: Individual - $20, Family (up to 5) $35 and $5 for each additional family member. Day of the Race Entry Fees: Individual- $25, Family (up to 5) $40 and $10 for each additional family member. For more information contact Andrea at 209-274-2078.

MOTHER’S DAY AT THE FLOWER FARM - Sunday, May 11 from 9AM-4PM. Treat Mom to a wonderful day at Amador Flower Farm! Bring a picnic to enjoy under the oaks or on the lawn. Take a free tram ride tour and let Mom choose a new rose for her garden. There is no admission fee. Come spend the day at the farm! Amador Flower Farm, 22001 Shenandoah School Rd., Plymouth. 209-245-6660 www.amadorflowerfarm.com

KENNEDY MINE DEEP-PIT BBQ - Thurs May 15 at the Kennedy Mine. Deep-pit BBQ, live music by the Feather River Band. No-host bar. $25 per person, Gates open at 5PM. Tickets available at the ACRA office. Will call, pay with credit card by phone, 223-6349. Tickets also available at the door!

MOTHER LODE RAGTIME SOCIETY - The next meeting of the Mother Lode Ragtime Society is scheduled for May 17, 2014 at the Sutter Creek Ice Cream Emporium - 7:00 - 9:30 p.m..  Tom Brier will be on hand to provide lots of toe-tapping music; We're hoping that Elliott Adams and Julia Riley will be there as well. As always, all who would like to play are welcome.
Of course, it's never too early to start planning for the next Sutter Creek Ragtime Festival.  Dates will be August 8-10, 2014.  Early bird pricing for all events badges will be in effect until July 15, 2014--price is still only $65. Price goes up to $75 afterJuly 15.  Don't miss out on this great opportunity to save some $$! Watch the website (www.suttercreekragtime.com) for 2014 festival information as it becomes available; or call (209) 405-1563 if you have questions.

AMADOR FLYFISHERS (AFF) - Tues May 20 at 7PM at the Amador County Administration Center at 810 Court Street, Jackson 95642. Amador Flyfishers (AFF) welcomes Warden Darrell Stevenson of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife at7:00pm on Tuesday May 20, 2014 in the Amador County Administration Center at 810 Court Street, Jackson.  Mr. Stevenson will be discussing Fish and Wildlife regulations, the ongoing challenges faced by CDFW, and current notable cases/problems in Amador and surrounding counties.  AFF meets the third Tuesday of each month to socialize with other flyfishers, share local fishing reports, and to support fishery conservation issues.  Visitors welcome! (www.amadorflyfishers.org). Contact Information: Ron Calvert, secretary@amadorflyfishers.org

12th ANNUAL “TRASH TO TREASURES” - The 12th Annual Trash To Treasures event, Sutter Creek’s largest street fair, will be held on Saturday May 24th from 8am till close. What they say is true…one gal’s trash is another gal’s treasure. Vendors from all over will be selling everything, new and old, with a host of antiques, collectibles and wonderful junk! Live music, provided by Wicked Sisters, will fill the air as you meander through the booths. There will be so much to see and buy, it can fill your whole day, but don’t forget to wander down historic Main Street and visit all the wonderful and unique shops there also. Many stores will have marked down merchandise outside for you to find even more bargains. Top your day off with wine tasting at the family owned tasting rooms on Main Street, and then dinner at one of our fine restaurants. With beautiful Sutter Creek as the magical backdrop, your day of treasure hunting will be a day to remember. Sponsored by the Sutter Creek Business and Professional Association. For more information visit www.suttercreek.org or call (209) 267-1344 or (209) 267- 5505

CPR/FIRST AID CERTIFICATION – Sun May 25 at 10AM at the Jackson Senior Center229 New York Ranch Road. Cost: $55. For more information, contact Jason Zysman, 209-304-0158.

LIBATIONS & CONVERSATIONS - The next gathering of AAUW Amador’s Libations & Conversations group will be Thursday, May 29, 2014, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Baiocchi Tasting Room, 82 Main Street, Sutter Creek.  Our topic of conversation will be “What does it mean to be a strong woman?” Please join AAUW members, friends and interested women for a lively conversation over no-host drinks.  AAUW’s advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research.  Visit: www.aauwamador.org or phone 209-296-0940 for more information.

FREE YOGA EVENT COMES TO JACKSON - On May 31, local yoga enthusiasts will present a FREE opportunity for all ages to try a gentle yoga session, outdoors in Detert Park.  All levels are welcome, even if you’ve never done yoga before.  No pre-registration is required – check in starting at 9:30am. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water and a mat if you have one. If not, bring a large towel or two. Children under 18 must be accompanied by parent or guardian.  For more info or questions, call 257-1208.

FIRST ANNUAL ROTARY  “SHOW & SHINE” CAR & VINTAGE AIRCRAFT SHOW – Sat May 31 at the Eagle’s Nest Airport in Ione, off of Ione Road. The show expects cars from throughout California and Nevada, and will feature vehicles in all categories from street rods to stock pre-1960, modified, foreign cars and more. Some trucks will also be on display.
Food, beverage and auto accessory vendors will be on site to accommodate all attendees. Amador County is known for its fine wines, and several vintners will be on-site for tasting.  A pancake breakfast will be served by the local Boy Scout Troop 477 from 7:00 to 10:30 AM. All proceeds from this breakfast will be donated to the Troop. For those with a sweet tooth, Boy Scout Troop 581 will be serving sundaes. Other food vendors will include a variety of tasty faire.
All proceeds will go to local youth organizations and the Interfaith Food Bank. General admission for the public will be $5.00 per car. Pre-registration for display vehicles is $25, day of registration $30.  For show and registration information log on to www.ionerotary.com. For show general information, contact Dave Wardall at 209-274-9160.

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JUNE+ 2014

THE INTERFAITH FOOD BANK'S 1ST ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT – Saturday, June 21 at Rancho Murieta’s North course. Enjoy the Country Club experience and help fight hunger in Amador County! $105 to play, $50 Tee Box Sponsorship's. Steak and Chicken dinner and much more! Additional information, please visit www.feedamador.org. Please join us as we "SWING TO END HUNGER" in our community. Thank you!

JACKSON LIONS CLUB PRCA RODEO, CAR SHOW & OUTDOOR EXPO - Sat & Sun, Sept 13 & 14. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for kids ages 7-12, and children under 7 costs $5 each. Discounted advanced tickets available. For complete info, visit: http://www.jacksonlionsclub.org/rodeo/.
Contact: jacksonlionsrodeo2014@gmail.com
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Meetings:
CLICK HERE for the County Government Calendar
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GOVERNMENT MEETINGS:
AMADOR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS meets on the 2nd & 4th Tues at 8:30 AM
SUTTER CREEK CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Mon at 7 PM.
IONE CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Tues at 6 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.
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL meets on 2nd & 4th Thurs at 6:30 PM
JACKSON PLANNING COMMISSION meets on the 3rd Mon at 7 PM.
AMADOR WATER AGENCY BOARD OF DIRECTORS meets on Thursdays at 9 AM
AMADOR COUNTY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT meets on the 2nd & 4th Wed at 6:30 PM
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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 PMSutter Amador Hospital. Oakview Conference Room, in Education Dept on 2nd Floor. Contact Liz, 295-6921.

AMADOR AUTISM GROUP - Are you an exceptional person? If so, we have a place for you! Amador Autism Group, a nonprofit organization which raises funds to  provide services for children with autism, is looking for volunteers, donations, and raffle items for our Spring fundraiser dinner. If you can help, please contact Shannon at 304-9485 or Patti at 256-0312 or email amadorautism@gmail.com. Thank you.

Holding a meeting in your community that you'd like Amador County to know about? Send us a quick announcement/brief, telling us what it is, date, time, location and a brief description of what the meeting is about. Email your briefs/agendas to: acneditor@gmail.com
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Classes, Workshops & Seminars:
Amador County Recreation Agency (ACRA) - Classes, programs, camps, sports, and more!
Interim Health Care "Quality of Life" Seminars - May-June 2014 - AmadorElders.org
"Covered CA" Enrollment Assistance Information Webinar - Thurs May 22 - AmadorHealth.com

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

ARE YOU A LOCAL ARTIST? Join the Amador County Artists Association, to share, network, and support local artists. The ACAA meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7 PM at the Amador Senior Center. Our meetings are open to the public, so come and join us! For more information, visit: AmadorArtists.orgFor more information, visit: AmadorArtists.org

GENTLE YOGA CLASSES - Team Fitness in Pine Grove is proud to announce the start of a Beginning Hatha Yoga Program with classes offered Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting in early April.
Classes will run approximately 40 minutes and will probably cost $4 with a purchase of a 10 class pass, ($5 drop-in) or can be included as part of your monthly membership if you come regularly to Team Fitness. We are taking suggestions on times you would like to see these classes offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays - please send an email with your interest in the gentle yoga classes and times you are interested in, and we will contact you before the program starts. Contact: Cherie Maitland coach@jacksonteamfitness.com

BALLROOM DANCE lessons are continuing every Saturday at 1 p.m. in the Pine Grove Town Hall. All levels welcome.  For further information or to sign up, call 296-1207 or hohohough@volcano.net.

CHINA PAINTING WITH MARGARET ANWAY – Margaret Anway has decades of experience painting, as well as teaching china and glass painting. She has been published in “The China Decorator” magazine, and is happy teaching beginning artists as well as professional, and is flexible to your needs.
Classes are Tues mornings, 9-12 noon at Margaret Anway’s home, 26601 High Tree Ave, Pioneer. $7 per class. Call 295-8836 to schedule your first class or if you have any questions regarding the class.

Holding a class, workshop or seminar? Send us a quick announcement/brief, telling us about it, give the date, time, location and a brief description of what the class is about. Email your briefs to: acneditor@gmail.com

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Events & Activities:
Amador Arts Council
Amador County Artists Association
Amador County Recreation Agency - Event Calendar
Amador Music Hub: Amador's Local Music Scene - AmadorMusicHub.com
Amador Vintner's Association - AmadorWine.com
Jackson Casino Events 2013
Main Street Theater Works - MSTW.org
Mother Lode Friends of Music Season Calendar 2013-2014
Sutter Creek Theater - SutterCreekTheater.com
Volcano Theater Company - volcanotheatre.org
Call To Artists for ACAA's September Open Studios - Deadline is June 1 - AmadorArts.com
Rancher's Day Rodeo - Sat May 10 - LifeInAmador.com
Softball Tournament & Family Jubilee - June 20-22 - LifeInAmador.com
SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC! AmadorMusicHub.com

SUTTER CREEK THEATER PRESENTS:
Fri May 9 - Pierre Bensuan - The Mozart of Acoustic Guitar
Sat May 10 - The Stray Birds with Rita Hosking
Sat May 17 - An intimate evening with Lacy J Dalton - Country's Queen
Sat May 31 - The MoFo Party Band - High energy blues
For information and tickets, visit: www.suttercreektheater.com

VOLCANO THEATRE: “BABY WITH THE BATHWATER” – Performances through May 17 at the Cobblestone Theater in Volcano. Fri & Sat performances. Doors open at 7:30, performance begins at 8pm. Seating limited to 50. Tickets are $16 general admission, $14 for seniors. Available at Hein & Co. Bookstore, 2014 Main StreetJackson. Tickets also available at the door, first come, first served. For more information, visit: www.volcanotheatre.org

JACKSON RANCHERIA CASINO RESORT PRESENTS:
Ashanti – Thurs May 8
A Divine Affair – Sat May 31
Global Knockout – Sat June 14
For complete information and to purchase tickets, visit: http://www.jacksoncasino.com/entertainment/full-schedule

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Call 296-2700 or email SierraTravel@volcano.net
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Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Updates have been made in all our departments...thanks for reading!
See our daily posts on Facebook
We tweet on Twitter, and "pin" on Pintrest, too!
Check out the community calendar below, as well as the posters/flyers in the left hand side bar and at the end of this update, and be sure to say you saw it on ACN!
Amador Community News is a part of the Knight Community News Network. Thank you for supporting your local community media!
It's only $5 per month or $50/year to advertise on Amador Community News. Email me at carol@newsamador.com for details!
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News & Announcements:
CLICK HERE for the County Government Calendar
IONE CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Tues at 6 PM
AMADOR WATER AGENCY BOARD OF DIRECTORS meets on Thursdays at 9 AM
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL meets on 2nd & 4th Thurs at 6:30 PM
CAL FIRE: Wildfire Awareness Week declared in CA for May 4-10
"Covered CA" Enrollment Assistance Information Webinar - Thurs May 22 - AmadorHealth.com
Ticket Pre-Sales for the Amador County Fair now available - LifeInAmador.com
Amador County Artists Association Student Art Show held on May 7 - 30 - AmadorArts.com
Variety of Positions Open at Lockwood Fire Protection District - AmadorGroups.com
AmadorWine.com - May 2014 Events - AmadorFoodandWine.com

SUTTER CREEK THEATER PRESENTS:
Fri May 9 - Pierre Bensuan - The Mozart of Acoustic Guitar
Sat May 10 - The Stray Birds with Rita Hosking
Sat May 17 - An intimate evening with Lacy J Dalton - Country's Queen
Sat May 31 - The MoFo Party Band - High energy blues
For information and tickets, visit: www.suttercreektheater.com

IONE HOMECOMING 2014 - Fri & Sat, May 9 & 10 at Howard Park, Ione. This annual celebration has been held during the month of May almost every year since that first Centennial celebration in 1876. The Ione Picnic Association coordinates this historic event. Celebrations include a wide variety of activities for all ages! For more information, visit: http://touramador.com/ione-homecoming

LIBATIONS & CONVERSATIONS - The next gathering of AAUW Amador’s Libations & Conversations group will be Thursday, May 29, 2014, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Baiocchi Tasting Room, 82 Main Street, Sutter Creek.  Our topic of conversation will be “What does it mean to be a strong woman?” Please join AAUW members, friends and interested women for a lively conversation over no-host drinks.  AAUW’s advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research.  Visit: www.aauwamador.org or phone 209-296-0940 for more information.

KENNEDY MINE DEEP-PIT BBQ - Thurs May 15 at the Kennedy Mine. Deep-pit BBQ, live music by the Feather River Band. No-host bar. $25 per person, Gates open at 5PM. Tickets available at the ACRA office. Will call, pay with credit card by phone, 223-6349. Tickets also available at the door!


SOPHIA’S WELL OF WISDOM - Reflecting on Mother’s Day, Rev. Patsy starts the Wisdom Circle conversation this Sunday talking about Divine Sophia (Wisdom) and the Vertical Dimension of Oneness as a guide for life. Meditation begins at 10am, Wisdom Circle at 11am. This Saturday’s Self-Care class practices self-healing through Mindful Movement, Reiki Self-Treatment, and Yoga Nidra for deep relaxation. Coming soon: Spring Weekend Workshop, Vision of Oneness, on 5/31-6/1. Space is limited; pre-register by 5/15. The multi-faith spiritual center is located at 270 Hanford Street, Sutter Creek. Visit: www.sophiaswell.org to see calendar, contact Rev. Patsy Walker Fine at 209-418-9003, and we are on Facebook. 209-418-9003 Email: sophiaswell@volcano.net

AMADOR COUNTY RECREATION AGENCY (ACRA) is seeking donations of lightly used toys, games, sports equipment, vending machines, fooze-ball-table, and arcade games for the summer youth programs! Help us spread the word to fill the HUB! Thank You! Contact 223-6349, ask for Desirae.

CERTIFIED SWIMMING INSTRUCTORS NEEDED for this summer at the Plymouth and Ione pools. Must be C.P.R./First Aid and Lifeguard certified! Please contact Des sirae at 223-6349 or email DS@amadorgov.org.


ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE NOW FORMING! 
4 on 4...Teams-Men women or mixed
Dates: Sundays Starting July 13th
Time: Games start at 3pm
Argonaut High School
Cost $175 Per Team. Managers Meeting: Sunday June 29th during Open Gym. Sign up through ACRA at 223-6349, ask for John!

SPONSORSHIPS SOUGHT: Victory Village Amador is a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to serving veterans. We operate a transitional housing center for homeless Veterans. We assist with housing, education, life skills, physical and mental wellness. We are holding a couple of fundraisers and would like to ask for your assistance.
We are looking for Hole Sponsors and Raffle prizes for our 3rd Annual Golf Tournament which will be on June 1st 2014 at Castle Oaks Golf Course in Ione CA. If you are in the area and would like to play in the tournament you can get a registration form from our website or contact me and I will send you one. Cathy Coudsy, 267-9338 or email: ccoudsy@victoryvillageamador.org
We are also planning a fundraising dinner in September for which we are looking for raffle and silent auction items (more info to follow as we get closer to the date).
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me and thank you for taking the time to consider assisting us in our mission to help those who have given so much for all of us.
Thank you again,
Cathy Coudsy
Fundraising Coordinator
209-267-9335

NEW “AMADOR RIDES” VOLUNTEER DRIVER PROGRAM SEEKS VOLUNTEERS - Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer experience that provides a meaningful service to your neighbors in Amador County? Then consider volunteering for the new Amador Rides Volunteer Driver Program. 
The program is designed to help Amador County residents who have no other means of transportation get to healthcare appointments. Amador Rides is a collaborative program of the Social Service Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC), plus other local service providers, with Amador Transit Mobility Management spearheading the program.
Persons interested in volunteering should contact Amador Transit Mobility Manager, Robin Valencia, at 267-8142 or by emailing robin@amadortransit.com. Volunteer applications may also be downloaded from the Amador Transit website at www.AmadorTransit.com.
For a application visit: http://amadortransit.com/site/pdf/Amador%20Rides%20Volunteer%20Driver%20Application.pdf

HAVING A YARD SALE? 'Tis the season! Email carol@newsamador.com with your yard/garage sale announcement; include the day, date, time, location/address, contact information (optional). List a few items, if you'd like! If you're on Facebook, feel free to post your yard sale announcement on our Facebook Wall at: facebook.com/AmadorCounty
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: Playgroup Coordinator. Part-time substitute position for playgroup in AmadorCounty.  Visit our website: www.trcac.org  for complete description and an application. Submit application, cover letter, and resume by fax (209) 754-1205; mail P.O. Box 919, San Andreas CA  95249; in person 444 E. St. Charles, San Andreas.  Closing Date:  Open Until Filled   Equal Opportunity Employer

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OBITUARY NOTICES:
Dolores Zerr
Jack Canvin
Mildred Edith Henry
Russell Ackerson
Posted in: AmadorMemorials.com
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Email your releases or news briefs to: newsroom@newsamador.com

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May 2014 Newsletters
Email your newsletters for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com
"Smoke Signals" Lockwood Fire Protection District Newsletter - Spring 2014
Preston Communicator - Spring 2014

Does your group/organization have a monthly or seasonal newsletter?
Email your newsletter (or the link from your web site) to: carol@newsamador.com
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Community Calendar
Email your announcements for our calendar to: carol@newsamador.com

MAY 2014

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

ROARING CAMP is open for the season, don’t miss out on the first Saturday Night NY Steak BBQ, with gold panning and live music.  Special price of $30.00 per person, make your reservations soon and come and listen to Lovin' Country, have a GREAT dinner, and find some gold! Any questions or to make reservation please give us a call. 209-296-4100 www.roaringcampgold.com

QUALITY OF LIFE SEMINARS: Interim Healthcare of Jackson would like to personally invite you to attend one or all of the informative seminars in our Springtime Quality of Life seminar series, starting on May 1, 2014. All seminars will take place at our Interim Healthcare office, located at 11992 State Highway 88, Suite 2046, Jackson. Please call Jasmine/Melissa @ 209-223-9111 to RSVP or email us jlipscomb@interimhealth.com.

VOLCANO THEATRE: “BABY WITH THE BATHWATER” – Performances through May 17 at the Cobblestone Theater in Volcano. Fri & Sat performances. Doors open at 7:30, performance begins at 8pm. Seating limited to 50. Tickets are $16 general admission, $14 for seniors. Available at Hein & Co. Bookstore, 2014 Main StreetJackson. Tickets also available at the door, first come, first served. For more information, visit: www.volcanotheatre.org

BEDBUG CHALLENGE 10K RUN & 5K WALK/RUN for 5th Grade Science Camp. - Register now for the Bedbug Challenge scheduled for Saturday, May 10, 2014 at the Castle Oaks Golf Club! Pre-Registration Entry Fees: Individual - $20, Family (up to 5) $35 and $5 for each additional family member. Day of the Race Entry Fees: Individual- $25, Family (up to 5) $40 and $10 for each additional family member. For more information contact Andrea at 209-274-2078.

MOTHER’S DAY AT THE FLOWER FARM - Sunday, May 11 from 9AM-4PM. Treat Mom to a wonderful day at Amador Flower Farm! Bring a picnic to enjoy under the oaks or on the lawn. Take a free tram ride tour and let Mom choose a new rose for her garden. There is no admission fee. Come spend the day at the farm! Amador Flower Farm, 22001 Shenandoah School Rd., Plymouth. 209-245-6660 www.amadorflowerfarm.com

MOTHER LODE RAGTIME SOCIETY - The next meeting of the Mother Lode Ragtime Society is scheduled for May 17, 2014 at the Sutter Creek Ice Cream Emporium - 7:00 - 9:30 p.m..  Tom Brier will be on hand to provide lots of toe-tapping music; We're hoping that Elliott Adams and Julia Riley will be there as well. As always, all who would like to play are welcome.
Of course, it's never too early to start planning for the next Sutter Creek Ragtime Festival.  Dates will be August 8-10, 2014.  Early bird pricing for all events badges will be in effect until July 15, 2014--price is still only $65. Price goes up to $75 afterJuly 15.  Don't miss out on this great opportunity to save some $$! Watch the website (www.suttercreekragtime.com) for 2014 festival information as it becomes available; or call (209) 405-1563 if you have questions.

AMADOR FLYFISHERS (AFF) - Tues May 20 at 7PM at the Amador County Administration Center at 810 Court Street, Jackson 95642. Amador Flyfishers (AFF) welcomes Warden Darrell Stevenson of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife at7:00pm on Tuesday May 20, 2014 in the Amador County Administration Center at 810 Court Street, Jackson.  Mr. Stevenson will be discussing Fish and Wildlife regulations, the ongoing challenges faced by CDFW, and current notable cases/problems in Amador and surrounding counties.  AFF meets the third Tuesday of each month to socialize with other flyfishers, share local fishing reports, and to support fishery conservation issues.  Visitors welcome! (www.amadorflyfishers.org). Contact Information: Ron Calvert, secretary@amadorflyfishers.org

12th ANNUAL “TRASH TO TREASURES” - The 12th Annual Trash To Treasures event, Sutter Creek’s largest street fair, will be held on Saturday May 24th from 8am till close. What they say is true…one gal’s trash is another gal’s treasure. Vendors from all over will be selling everything, new and old, with a host of antiques, collectibles and wonderful junk! Live music, provided by Wicked Sisters, will fill the air as you meander through the booths. There will be so much to see and buy, it can fill your whole day, but don’t forget to wander down historic Main Street and visit all the wonderful and unique shops there also. Many stores will have marked down merchandise outside for you to find even more bargains. Top your day off with wine tasting at the family owned tasting rooms on Main Street, and then dinner at one of our fine restaurants. With beautiful Sutter Creek as the magical backdrop, your day of treasure hunting will be a day to remember. Sponsored by the Sutter Creek Business and Professional Association. For more information visit www.suttercreek.org or call (209) 267-1344 or (209) 267- 5505

CPR/FIRST AID CERTIFICATION – Sun May 25 at 10AM at the Jackson Senior Center229 New York Ranch Road. Cost: $55. For more information, contact Jason Zysman, 209-304-0158

FREE YOGA EVENT COMES TO JACKSON - On May 31, local yoga enthusiasts will present a FREE opportunity for all ages to try a gentle yoga session, outdoors in Detert Park.  All levels are welcome, even if you’ve never done yoga before.  No pre-registration is required – check in starting at 9:30am. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water and a mat if you have one. If not, bring a large towel or two. Children under 18 must be accompanied by parent or guardian.  For more info or questions, call 257-1208.

FIRST ANNUAL ROTARY  “SHOW & SHINE” CAR & VINTAGE AIRCRAFT SHOW – Sat May 31 at the Eagle’s Nest Airport in Ione, off of Ione Road. The show expects cars from throughout California and Nevada, and will feature vehicles in all categories from street rods to stock pre-1960, modified, foreign cars and more. Some trucks will also be on display.
Food, beverage and auto accessory vendors will be on site to accommodate all attendees. Amador County is known for its fine wines, and several vintners will be on-site for tasting.  A pancake breakfast will be served by the local Boy Scout Troop 477 from 7:00 to 10:30 AM. All proceeds from this breakfast will be donated to the Troop. For those with a sweet tooth, Boy Scout Troop 581 will be serving sundaes. Other food vendors will include a variety of tasty faire.
All proceeds will go to local youth organizations and the Interfaith Food Bank. General admission for the public will be $5.00 per car. Pre-registration for display vehicles is $25, day of registration $30.  For show and registration information log on to www.ionerotary.com. For show general information, contact Dave Wardall at 209-274-9160.

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JUNE+ 2014

THE INTERFAITH FOOD BANK'S 1ST ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT – Saturday, June 21 at Rancho Murieta’s North course. Enjoy the Country Club experience and help fight hunger in Amador County! $105 to play, $50 Tee Box Sponsorship's. Steak and Chicken dinner and much more! Additional information, please visit www.feedamador.org. Please join us as we "SWING TO END HUNGER" in our community. Thank you!

JACKSON LIONS CLUB PRCA RODEO, CAR SHOW & OUTDOOR EXPO - Sat & Sun, Sept 13 & 14. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for kids ages 7-12, and children under 7 costs $5 each. Discounted advanced tickets available. For complete info, visit: http://www.jacksonlionsclub.org/rodeo/.
Contact: jacksonlionsrodeo2014@gmail.com
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Meetings:
CLICK HERE for the County Government Calendar
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GOVERNMENT MEETINGS:
AMADOR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS meets on the 2nd & 4th Tues at 8:30 AM
SUTTER CREEK CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Mon at 7 PM.
IONE CITY COUNCIL meets on the 1st & 3rd Tues at 6 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.
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL meets on 2nd & 4th Thurs at 6:30 PM
JACKSON PLANNING COMMISSION meets on the 3rd Mon at 7 PM.
AMADOR WATER AGENCY BOARD OF DIRECTORS meets on Thursdays at 9 AM
AMADOR COUNTY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT meets on the 2nd & 4th Wed at 6:30 PM
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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 PMSutter Amador Hospital. Oakview Conference Room, in Education Dept on 2nd Floor. Contact Liz, 295-6921.

AMADOR AUTISM GROUP - Are you an exceptional person? If so, we have a place for you! Amador Autism Group, a nonprofit organization which raises funds to  provide services for children with autism, is looking for volunteers, donations, and raffle items for our Spring fundraiser dinner. If you can help, please contact Shannon at 304-9485 or Patti at 256-0312 or email amadorautism@gmail.com. Thank you.

Holding a meeting in your community that you'd like Amador County to know about? Send us a quick announcement/brief, telling us what it is, date, time, location and a brief description of what the meeting is about. Email your briefs/agendas to: acneditor@gmail.com
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Classes, Workshops & Seminars:
Amador County Recreation Agency (ACRA) - Classes, programs, camps, sports, and more!
Interim Health Care "Quality of Life" Seminars - May-June 2014 - AmadorElders.org

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

ARE YOU A LOCAL ARTIST? Join the Amador County Artists Association, to share, network, and support local artists. The ACAA meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7 PM at the Amador Senior Center. Our meetings are open to the public, so come and join us! For more information, visit: AmadorArtists.orgFor more information, visit: AmadorArtists.org

GENTLE YOGA CLASSES - Team Fitness in Pine Grove is proud to announce the start of a Beginning Hatha Yoga Program with classes offered Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting in early April.
Classes will run approximately 40 minutes and will probably cost $4 with a purchase of a 10 class pass, ($5 drop-in) or can be included as part of your monthly membership if you come regularly to Team Fitness. We are taking suggestions on times you would like to see these classes offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays - please send an email with your interest in the gentle yoga classes and times you are interested in, and we will contact you before the program starts. Contact: Cherie Maitland coach@jacksonteamfitness.com

BALLROOM DANCE lessons are continuing every Saturday at 1 p.m. in the Pine Grove Town Hall. All levels welcome.  For further information or to sign up, call 296-1207 or hohohough@volcano.net.

CHINA PAINTING WITH MARGARET ANWAY – Margaret Anway has decades of experience painting, as well as teaching china and glass painting. She has been published in “The China Decorator” magazine, and is happy teaching beginning artists as well as professional, and is flexible to your needs.
Classes are Tues mornings, 9-12 noon at Margaret Anway’s home, 26601 High Tree Ave, Pioneer. $7 per class. Call 295-8836 to schedule your first class or if you have any questions regarding the class.

Holding a class, workshop or seminar? Send us a quick announcement/brief, telling us about it, give the date, time, location and a brief description of what the class is about. Email your briefs to: acneditor@gmail.com

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Events & Activities:
Amador Arts Council
Amador County Artists Association
Amador County Recreation Agency - Event Calendar
Amador Music Hub: Amador's Local Music Scene - AmadorMusicHub.com
Amador Vintner's Association - AmadorWine.com
Jackson Casino Events 2013
Main Street Theater Works - MSTW.org
Mother Lode Friends of Music Season Calendar 2013-2014
Sutter Creek Theater - SutterCreekTheater.com
Volcano Theater Company - volcanotheatre.org
Call To Artists for ACAA's September Open Studios - Deadline is June 1 - AmadorArts.com
Rancher's Day Rodeo - Sat May 10 - LifeInAmador.com
Softball Tournament & Family Jubilee - June 20-22 - LifeInAmador.com
SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC! AmadorMusicHub.com

SUTTER CREEK THEATER PRESENTS:
Fri May 9 - Pierre Bensuan - The Mozart of Acoustic Guitar
Sat May 10 - The Stray Birds with Rita Hosking
Sat May 17 - An intimate evening with Lacy J Dalton - Country's Queen
Sat May 31 - The MoFo Party Band - High energy blues
For information and tickets, visit: www.suttercreektheater.com

VOLCANO THEATRE: “BABY WITH THE BATHWATER” – Performances through May 17 at the Cobblestone Theater in Volcano. Fri & Sat performances. Doors open at 7:30, performance begins at 8pm. Seating limited to 50. Tickets are $16 general admission, $14 for seniors. Available at Hein & Co. Bookstore, 2014 Main StreetJackson. Tickets also available at the door, first come, first served. For more information, visit: www.volcanotheatre.org

JACKSON RANCHERIA CASINO RESORT PRESENTS:
Ashanti – Thurs May 8
A Divine Affair – Sat May 31
Global Knockout – Sat June 14
For complete information and to purchase tickets, visit: http://www.jacksoncasino.com/entertainment/full-schedule

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