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Get your laughs at Clark’s Corner June 25 page 9 - food & wine
AmadorArts TGIF presents: Late for Dinner Avio’s annual “Dinner in the Wineyard”
page 10 - health & wellness
featured newsletters:
pages 11-13 - Preston Communicator, Summer 2011,
pages 14-17 - Univ. of CA IPM News (Agriculture & Natural Resources)
amador county events - pages 18-40
See flyer, Page 23
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city & county government
City of Sutter Creek seeking photos - We are working on a plan to create a downtown gathering area in front of City
Hall and the New Sutter Creek Bridge.
We would appreciate any photos you may have of other old town plazas or gathering areas. Photos of planters/planting areas, lighting, paving or concrete designs, trash receptacles, drinking fountains, seating and tables, shade elements,
signage and artifact displays would be very helpful.
We will compile the information and it will be displayed and discussed at future City Council meetings.
Please e-mail your photos and ideas to Frank Cunha at ([email protected])
NOTICE is hereby provided that the Amador County Transportation Commission and the Amador Transit Board of Directors have changed the dates of their regular meetings from June 15, 2011, to June 22, 2011. Said meetings will
be held at 6:00 p.m. at the Amador County Administration Center, 810 Court Street, Jackson, California.
SPECIAL MEETING/WORKSHOP: AMADOR WATER AGENCY - Thurs June 16 at 9AM at the Amador Water
Agency, 12800 Ridge Rd, Sutter Creek CA 95685
ON THE AGENDA:
Agency Budget 1. Review FY 201012011 Budget Performance as of May 31,2011
Review of current cash flow and projections
Review of proposed FY 2011/12 Budget 4. Review of proposed FY 2011112 Capital lmprovement Projects
SPECIAL MEETING/WORKSHOP: AMADOR WATER AGENCY - Thurs June 16 at 6:30PM at 2000 Camanche Rd
lone
ON THE AGENDA:
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO.7 (Lake Camanche Water)
Discussion and possible action regarding needed revenue for system repairs and
financial operating deficits.
Discussion and possible authorization to send out rate notices
AMADOR LAFCO - Thurs June 16 at 7PM at the Amador County Board Chambers, County Administration Bldg. 810
Court Street, Jackson.
http://www.co.amador.ca.us/index.aspx?page=43
SPECIAL MEETING: IONE CITY COUNCIL - Fri June 17 at 2PM at Ione City Hall, 1 E. Main Street, Ione 95640
ON THE AGENDA:
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA:
tion of performance of the City Attorney pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b). (Est. Time: 2 hours)
F. FUTURE MEETINGS:
– June 20, 2011 at 4:00 p.m.
– June 21, 2011 at 6:00 p.m.
– June 28, 2011 at 4:00 p.m.
G. ADJOURNMENT
www.AmadorGovernment.com
community groups & organizations
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www.AmadorGroups.com
GRANDPARENT CAFE - Thurs June 16 at 6PM in Sutter Creek. Informal group for grandparents raising their grandchil-
dren. Grandparent Café is an opportunity to share, support and learn from each other. Please call The Resource Connection at
223-1624 to RSVP.
SPAGHETTI WESTERN AT COOPER VINEYARDS - Sat June 18 at 6PM. SEE FLYER PAGE 23
PLANT SALE BENEFITS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR WOMEN Chapter JM of Jackson PEO will hold a plant sale in the Sutter
Hill Walgreen's parking lot on Sat June 25 to raise money for educational opportunities for women.
The Philanthropic Educational Organization is a non-profit group dedicated to raising funds for educational assistance for women
including the PEO Educational Loan Fund, PEO International Peace Scholarship Fund, PEO Program for Continuing Education, PEO
Scholar Awards, and PEO STAR Scholarship. All proceeds from the sale will benefit these causes.
The sale will have a large variety and quantity of plants available for purchase between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. that day. The Wal-
green's parking lot is located at Hwy 49 and Ridge Rd.
For more information, visit www.peocalifornia.org.
NOT FOR PROFIT BOARDS: ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES or "WHAT DID I VOLUNTEER FOR?" - Tues June
28 from 6-8PM at Thomi's Banquet Room, 627 S. State Hwy 49, Jackson.
An educational and networking forum for board members, staff and volunteers of not for profits of Amador County
Presented by Katherine Keeney, CFRE, has over 25 years experience in not-for-profit management and development. Her pres-
entation will cover the roles of Board members, keys for successful governance and tips on Board development.
This event is free to not for profit Board members, volunteers and staff. RSVP required. Please call Amador Community Founda-
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food & wine
GOLD COUNTRY WINE TOURS...
With all the summer concerts and events coming up we want to let everyone know that in addition to our primary business (wine tours) we now have our charter certificate which allows us to offer charter transportation services for evening concerts, dinners,
events, etc. Our comfortable shuttle bus can accommodate up to 14 passengers.
www.goldcountrywinetours.com
SPAGHETTI WESTERN AT COOPER VINEYARDS - Sat June 18 at 6PM at
Cooper Vineyards, 21365 Shenandoah School Rd, Plymouth. SEE FLYER PAGE
COOPER VINEYARDS 2011 CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
June 18 – Spaghetti Western
July 28 to 31 – Amador County Fair – Wines available at Rotary Booth
July 29 – A.C.W.G.G. Wine Tasting
www.cooperwines.com
JUNE EVENTS AT STORY WINERY
6/18- Summer Open House, Over the Edge performing in the picnic grounds from 1pm-4pm The Best Barbeque Catering, who will be selling tri tip sandwiched, brats, or hot
dogs for $5.00 a piece on June 18th and 19th.
6/19- Father's Day, Dads & Grads, Richard Bolmen performing in the picnic grounds
from 1pm-4pm
Larry's Best BBQ, serving tri tip sandwiches for $5 each Sat & Sun, from 12-4pm
FATHER'S DAY AT ANDIS WINES - Sun June 19 from 11:30-3:30. Join us at Andis Wines this Sunday, June 19th, for Father's Day. Jake's Lucky Dogs will be at Andis
Wines from 11:30 to 3:30. Buy Dad a hotdog and enjoy a picnic on the lawn. Have the kids challenge Dad to an exciting game of bean bag toss, or watch the World Champion Giants take on the Oakand A's in the Battle of the Bay on our big screen TV. The game starts at 1:05. We look forward to celebrating Father's Day with you at Andis Wines!
(209)245-6177 www.andiswines.com
AVIO'S ANNUAL "DINNER IN THE VINEYARD"
July 8, 9 & 16 from 6-9PM Avio announces our annual Dinner in the Vineyard. The 2011 theme is “Cruising the Mediterranean – One Small Plate at a Time”. The evenings begin with a champagne & hors d’oeuvre reception, followed by a multi-course gourmet dinner featuring specially paired Avio wines with each course. The evening includes; live music, wine with dinner,
coffee and dessert.
Chef Beth, of Beth Sogaard Catering, has taken her inspiration from our recent Wine-maker Cruise. Her creative and delectable recipes will guide diners through the flavors of Northern Italy, Croatia, Greece, Sicily, Southern Italy and Spain – all ports of call on the
cruise. The three evenings feature the same menu, so choose the date that’s best for you.
Tickets are now on sale at our Website. Seating is limited, so purchase your mouth
watering Mediterranean tour now!
www.AmadorFoodandWine.com
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FIND YOUR BALANCE: WELLNESS WORKSHOPS
Ione Family Learning Center - 410 S. Church St Ione, 274-4527 Free 5pm-7pm Wednesdays Potluck dinner, free child care
June 22, 2011 - Wellness and Weight Management
Come and be motivated by Alyshia Davies a personal trainer specialising in weight management. She has completed
the Boston Marathon among the world's top 20% marathon finishers. She has made it her passion to help people manage their weight
and empower them in their journey to wellness. Presented by Alyshia C Davies
June 29, 2011 - Introduction to Hypnosis
Join Brandy for the basics in Hypnosis, this is a fun informative class, learn; the difference between mediation and
hypnosis, simple techniques for self hypnosis for personal transformation, and soothing guided meditation for relaxation. Presented by
Brandy Astwood, Director Motherlode Holistic Center
Camanche Lake Community Center 4099 Camanche Pkwy - 5pm to 7pm free potluck dinner, free child care call 763-2794
June 20, 2011 - Herbs for Women's Health
Learn Ayla's top 10 herbs for women' reproductive health. Each herb will be on site for you to touch
and feel while you learn how each one brings balance to the female system. You will be able to to make a simple remedy to take home. Areas covered will include;breast health. fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, menstruation, and reproductive health. Presented by Ayla
Miner Chrysalis Woman Herb Garden
June 27, 2011 - Alzheimer's Association Presents
Memory loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's disease. The basics, learn warning signs, the difference between Dementia and Alzheimer's diag-
nosis and risk reduction. Presented by Alzheimer's Association, Northern CA
AmadorPublicHealth:Pertussis Isn’t Taking a Summer Vacation
Three new cases in Amador County
Sutter Creek, Ca. Amador County Public Health confirms three new cases of pertussis (whooping cough) in the Amador commu-
nity. All close contacts have been advised of their exposure. Statewide, the number of pertussis cases is greater
than during the same period last year.
Whooping cough is an illness that is highly contagious, particularly to infants. It typically starts with a cough and runny nose for
one to two weeks, followed by weeks to months of rapid coughing sometimes ending with a whooping sound.
Unimmunized or incompletely immunized young infants are especially vulnerable. ―Sadly, illness in this age group frequently
leads to hospitalization and can be fatal,‖ stated Dr. Bob Hartmann, Amador County Health Officer. ―This is a prime
example highlighting the reason behind the new California law requiring all public and private school students in grades 7-12 to be
immunized against pertussis before they start school this fall.‖
State lawmakers passed the new policy after California experienced the highest increase in whooping cough cases since 1947.
Last year, 10 infants died from the disease and more than 9,300 people were infected in the state. Parents should be
aware that the protection from childhood immunization to pertussis wears off, and adolescents may be at risk for infection without a
booster.
The child’s primary health care provider, or ―medical home,‖ is the best resource to receive and document the pertussis vaccine.
Other resources in the community include Amador County Public Health and some local pharmacies. For Public Health immuniza-
tion clinic information call 223-6407 or call your local pharmacy to ask if they are offering the vaccine.
―This is a reminder to the community on how important it is to get immunized against a potent potentially lethal germ,‖ empha-
sized Dr. David J. Stone, Pediatrician. Pertussis is the leading vaccine-preventable disease.
health & wellness
www.AmadorHealth.com
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