Arnold, CA...Exploring the newly released Apple products, and those in the near future, will be the major topic when the Sierra Macintosh Users Group (SMUG) gathers for its Tuesday, October 8 meeting that will begin at 7 p.m. in the assembly room of the Ebbetts Pass Fire District, 1037 Blagen Rd., just off Highway 4. Brian Thomas, Technology Specialist and Trainer for the Calaveras County Office of Education, will be making the presentation and leading the discussion. In addition to talking about the new products, he will also help audience members learn to get the most out of the ones they have.
The Clothes Mine is Bringing Saks Fifth Avenue Experience to Main Street
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 10/04/2013 09:54 AM
Angels Camp, CA....We had the pleasure last week to chat with The Clothes Mine's Tracy & James Lindenberger. They are among a growing segment of our local small business owners that are bringing major market, experience and knowledge to small town America. Tracy is a former Saks Fifth Avenue store manager and the couple even met while working at Saks. The retail and fashion industry has been their career choice. One of the things they have enjoyed about the transition to a more personal relationship with their customers is they can buy and stock with an eye how the fashions will actually look on local customers. Their beautiful Angels Camp location even has a full bridal section upstairs in addition to the latest fashions....
The photo above is from December of last year and the video interview was recorded last week.
IHC's 36th Annual Mountain Heirloom Quilt Faire is Oct 11, 12 & 13
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 10/04/2013 08:17 AM
Murphys, CA....The Independence Hall Quilters will again hold their annual Quilt Faire at the beautiful Ironstone Vineyards Winery in Murphys, California. As always, numerous quilts, wall hangings, wearable art, handmade dolls, and needle art will be on display. The Faire will open Friday and Saturday, October 11 and 12, from 9 am to 4 pm, and on Sunday, October 13, 2013, from 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is $7 at the door.
Just for fun we thought we would dig deep back into the archives for some photos and video from 2006 to ad to the promo for this year's Quilt Faire. Photos are above and video links are below. Lianne Birkhold & Jeanne Padelford also let us about some of the causes that the quilters support. They make quilts for many women's charities & the Ronald McDonald house. We have Photos! & Video!
Mark Your Calendars! The Teddy Bear Tea Is Right Around the Corner!
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 10/03/2013 01:42 PM
Angels Camp, CA....Soroptimist International of Calaveras County will present their 16th Annual Teddy Bear Tea on Sunday, November 3, 2013, at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds. This unique “dress up” holiday event is fun for children of all ages and includes a formal tea. Reservations are $25 for adults and children 10 and older and $15 for children nine and younger...
Over 40 Photos From The 2011 Event Above and Video Below
Foothill Conservancy’s Mokelumne River Cleanup scheduled for Saturday, October 19
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 10/03/2013 12:35 PM
Pine Grove, CA...Foothill Conservancy invites everyone to join us for the 2013 Mokelumne River cleanup on Saturday, October 19, from 8:30 am until noon. Whether you have volunteered for the Mokelumne River cleanup before, or are coming for the first time, your efforts will help improve the water quality of this local treasure. Participants will get first-hand experience in identifying harmful impacts to the river, and learn about the importance of the Mokelumne's watershed for recreation and fish and wildlife habitats – all while having fun!
The World's Largest Sugar Pine Tree Terminally Ill in Dorrington
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 10/03/2013 12:28 PM
Dorrington, CA...We have been forwarded the sad news that The World's Largest Sugar Pine Tree is turning brown. It is located in Dorrington near the back side of the Meadow that skirts the highway in Dorrington. On Wednesday September 18, 2013 the tree was seen to turn a bit grey in color and its condition has not improved. There are a few Sugar Pines Taller but none larger with its nearly 11.5 feet in diameter. We hope this massive old tree can find the energy to pull through but it doesn't look good.
Above are photos from the Girl Scouts that show John Muir at the tree's base.
Arnold SIR Branch 152 Meeting On Tuesday October 15, 2013, at 11:30am
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 10/03/2013 04:25 PM
Arnold, CA...Arnold SIR (Sons in Retirement, Branch 152) will hold its monthly luncheon meeting at Snow Flake lodge, 2255 Blue Lake Springs Dr, Arnold, CA. The Speaker for this meeting will be Stephen Segiel, Calaveras County Interim Chief Probation Officer, Stephen has been with the Calaveras County Probation Dept. for 12 years. He will be giving remarks about the Probation Department. The County is currently recruiting for a new Chief Probation Officer, after the retirement of the former Chief Teri Hall in March 2013...
Jackson, CA...For the October meeting of The Sierra Amador Chapter, Daughter of American Revolution there will be an informative presentation about Native American Heritage given by Sharon Jenkins, Chair, Chaw’se Association. Meeting and presentation will be held on October 12, 2013 at the First 5 Building located at 975 Broadway, Jackson (Next to the California Highway Patrol Building). There is a potluck lunch starting at 12:30pm with the presentation beginning at 1:00pm. Potlucks, General Meetings and Presentations are open to all members, their guests and the general public...
Benefit Fund Set Up To Help Tyra & Cody Dragomanovich
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/01/2013 05:16 PM
Angels Camp, CA...On the afternoon of September 29th the Dragonanovich family lost everything in a house fire. This was the structure fire we reported off of Red Hill Road. Rabobank's Shaney McPoland sent us these details. "We have a Benefit/Relief account set up for Tyra & Cody Dragomanovich at Rabobank in Angels Camp. Checks can be made out to either of them or “Drag House”. For information call: 209-729-1500 Rabobank. Tyra & Cody are wonderful locals who help at so many local events and are always there for others!" Rabobank, 501 S Main St Angels Camp Ca 95222
