Arnold, CA...The BlowBacks are a ten piece, horn-driven dance band with a huge repertoire, spanning the 1930’s to the 2000’s. We play classic rock, Motown, big band, neo swing, jazz, blues, lounge, funk, and country swing-a little something for everyone, and anything that grooves is fair game! Featuring a full horn line and three dynamic vocalists, The BlowBacks bring the boogie to the Mother Lode, the Central Valley and beyond. The BlowBacks were originally formed by our dear friend, legendary Amador County saxophonist Barry Duncan. You might remember some of us from Blow Daddy, Mr. Pinstripe, and Chains Required!
First Friday Summer Concert Series
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/07/2024 10:06 AM
Murphys, CA...Starting June 7th, and continuing on July 5th, August 2nd, and September 6th this year, come enjoy live Music in the Park every first Friday this summer, brought to you by the Murphys Community Club. Local bands play music to dance in the summer evening shade in Murphys Community Park, and local restaurants and food trucks will be on hand to make sure everyone is fed. Bring the whole family, cool off next to the creek, and make some great memories!
Tom Rigney and Flambeau at Bistro Espresso on June 22
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/07/2024 11:58 AM
Arnold, CA...Summer nights were made for music, and we're turning up the heat with an unforgettable outdoor concert experience by Tom Rigney and Flambeau! Come with your lawn chairs and join us.
NASA’s Boeing Starliner Crew Flight Test Launch – June 5, 2024 (Official NASA Broadcast)
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/05/2024 08:06 AM
Cape Canaveral, FL...Watch live as two NASA astronauts launch from Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft as one of the final steps on the road to certification. Launch of the ULA (United Launch Alliance) Atlas V rocket and Starliner spacecraft is targeted for 10:52 a.m. EDT Wednesday, June 5 (1452 UTC) from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
Taxpayer Alert! with Al Segalla & Guest, Madisen Eads - Manager at Cisco Enterprises
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/05/2024 10:44 AM
San Andreas, CA...Taxpayer Alert! is brought to you by the Calaveras County Taxpayers Association. http://ccta.camp8.org/ The Calaveras County Taxpayers Association is a non-partisan, citizen's advocacy group committed to promoting lower taxes and efficiency in the administration of public business. They keep a watchful eye on City, County, State, education and special district issues in an effort to promote the most economical use of our tax dollars. They recognize the human rights to liberty and property in a free society. Their goal is to work cooperatively with government officials to achieve a strong, balanced economy for Calaveras County. They network with, and support, the Howard Jarvis California Taxpayers Association, the National Taxpayers Union and other organizations of similar purpose.
Recreation Area Fee Changes Go into Effect for 2024 Season
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/05/2024 12:14 PM
Sonora, CA...With operating costs exceeding revenues across several developed camp sites, day use, and other recreation areas, the Stanislaus National Forest has moved forward with fee increases for the 2024 season.
San Andreas, CA...We would like to introduce SHILOH, a handsome black and white tuxedo who is about a year old. He is at the shelter after being rescued from a home with unhealthy living conditions. Shiloh is our “shy boy.” But after lots of loving attention from shelter volunteers and staff, he is finally coming out of his shell. He is super sweet and gentle and has a calm, quiet personality. His adopter should expect it to take him a while to adjust to changes in a new environment. When Shiloh gets to know you, he is quite loving and can be very playful, especially with a toy on a cat wand. The white whiskers are his trademark.
Go Beyond Dill Pickles with UCCE Master Food Preservers
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/05/2024 01:22 PM
San Andreas, CA...Go beyond dill pickles! Many other vegetables and fruits can become a pickled or fermented product, either canned for a shelf-stable product for year-round enjoyment, or without canning to be enjoyed in the short term. Join UCCE Master Food Preservers of Amador/Calaveras Counties on June 15th as we present a class, “We can pickle that,” from 9am to 12noon at the Calaveras Senior Center, 956 Mountain Ranch Road in San Andreas. Cost is $5 payable by cash or check made out to UC Regents. Pre-registration is recommended at https://ucanr.edu/june2024-mfpclass Walk-ins are also welcome.
Arts of Bear Valley Pop-up Summer Show in Downtown Murphys
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/05/2024 03:36 PM
Murphys, CA...Murphys, known for its vibrant art scene, will host Arts of Bear Valley's first art exhibit and sale in the downtown area. For ten days in June (June 7 through June 16), eighteen artists will fill Ruby Parlor #46 (Angele O'Conner Hall)—the site of the Native Daughters of the Golden West—on Main Street with remarkable art.
Nancy Macomber paintings are influenced by her long experience as a quilter. She will join 18 artists to exhibit her art work at the art show in downtown Murphys June 7 through June 16.
Larisa Stevenson will show her delicate pottery and whimsical ceramic sculptures along with 18 other artists Ruby Parlor #46 (Angele O'Conner Hall) in downtown Murphys June 7 through June 16.
California State Parks Plans Prescribed Burn at Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/04/2024 07:44 AM
Arnold, CA...California State Parks, in cooperation with CAL FIRE, plans to conduct prescribed burning at Calaveras Big Trees State Park (SP) in June. Work may begin as soon as June 3, and burning will take 3 to 5 days. If weather, air quality, or vegetation conditions are not conducive for burning or smoke dispersal, State Parks will reschedule the treatment.
