Community Calendar
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
ONGOING
AMADOR COUNTY RECREATION AGENCY
Classes for all ages! Call 209-223-6349 for details or see our website for current events & activities. www.goacra.org
KENNEDY MINE TOURS
Open 10am-3pm Saturday, Sunday and holidays. Picnic, pan for gold, look at the view, take pictures or tour the mine. Step back into Amador’s past and dig deeper into the County’s mining history. Guided tours are $10 for adults and $6 for children 6-12. Private and group tours also available. Call the Kennedy Mine (209-223-9542) or email for more information -
manager@kennedygoldmine.com Tickets also available online at www.KennedyGoldMine.com
SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS COALITION
Amador County Behavioral Health is seeking community partnerships to establish “SPEAK” (Suicide Prevention Education Awareness Knowledge Support). Areas of representation: social services, public health, medical community, schools/ education systems, local businesses/ employment agencies, community resource agencies, Amador County residents, suicide loss survivors, faith based community, local media, and others. Info: Vanessa Compton, 209-223-6315 or vcompton@amadorgov.org
VOLUNTEER AT THE KENNEDY MINE
Want to dig deeper into local history? The Kennedy Mine Foundation is seeking new volunteers and sponsors. Whether time, expertise, or monetary contribution, the Foundation can use your help. The Foundation’s mission is to protect and restore historic structures, share the history of the Mine, and retain the historic value, scenic beauty, natural treasures and wildlife habitat for future generations. Contact Linda, 209-296-3629 or email manager@kennedygoldmine.com
WEEKLY
ROCK STEADY BOXING
Exclusively for people with Parkinson’s. 90 minute class includes stretching, circuit training, non-contact boxing and much more! Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1pm-2:30pm, Mueller’s Elite Training, 12180 Industry Blvd., Suite 51, Jackson. Information: Call Fitzpatrick Physical Therapy at 209-223-9410 or email -jackson@rsbaffiliate.com
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
KVGC: ARTS AROUND AMADOR
Your weekly slice of Arts & Culture in Amador County. Listen at 9am on KVGC 96.5-FM, or 1340-AM, or stream at www.KVGCRadio.com.
MONTHLY
2ND SATURDAY
KNIGHT FOUNDRY TOUR SCHEDULE
10am-3pm, 2nd Saturday of every month. Admission: Adults (over 18) $10, Students (5-17) $5, Children under 5 are free. www.knightfoundry.com
MAY
MAY 25 & 26
TECH TRAINING SEMINAR
10am-noon, Volcano Theatre offers free tech seminar at the Cobblestone Theatre and amphitheater in Volcano. Get hands on training in operating a light and sound board for upcoming productions. Experience welcomed, but not required. Join our close knit family of volunteers. After 4 hours you will know the basics of light and sound operation and programming. Questions or directions? Alex Sharp, 209-418-5502; Jim Estes, 209-304-1535
MAY 25 & 26
41ST ANNUAL ARNOLD SPRING PEDDLER’S FAIR
Memorial Day weekend, 9am- 4pm, 961 Hwy. 4, Downtown Arnold. 65 booths of antiques, crafts by the artists, collectibles, vintage jewelry, gourmet foods & other treasures! Homemade foods! Local beers! Vendor info: 925-372-8961
MAY 31
139TH ANNUAL ITALIAN PICNIC & PARADE
Italian Picnic Grounds, Sutter Creek. Italian music, food, beer, culture. Carnival, live bands, dancing, vendor booths. Friday: 5pm-midnight. Detailed information: ItalianBenevolentSociety.com
JUNE
JUNE 29
1ST ANNUAL STREET FAIR & CARNIVAL
8am-5pm, 610 Daphne St., Valley Springs. All vendors welcome. $40 booth fees, 10x10 spaces. Call to reserve your spot: 209-603-5258. Fundraising opportunity for all youth clubs. Must come with a carnival game. You keep 80% of your booth profits. Presented by: Special Olympics, Gold Country Jr. Bass Club and Empowering Special Needs Families. For more information, call 209-603-5258.
JUNE 28 - AUGUST 3
JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH
Sponsored by the St. George Hotel. Presented by The Volcano Theatre Company. Friday & Saturday evenings, Volcano Amphitheater. Doors open at 6:30pm for picnicking. Play at 8pm. Tickets: $20 general; $18 seniors over 62; $16 group of 20 or more (single purchase); $16 students under 18. Bob, 209-419-0744 or - www.volcanotheatre.net
JUNE 2, 3 & 9
VOLCANO THEATRE AUDITIONS - LIFE & BETH
Sundays 6/2 & 6/9, 4pm; Monday 6/3, 7pm, Cobblestone Theatre, Volcano. The Volcano Theatre Company will be holding auditions for “Life & Beth” by Alan Ayckbourn. Needed: 3 men and 3 women, ages 20-60ish. Performance dates will be 9/13-10/13. Scripts available at Amador Community Foundation offices, 571 S. Hwy. 49, Jackson. Information: Jim Estes, 209-304-1535 or jimbob2X@yahoo.com
JUNE 17 - JULY 3
KINDERGARTEN BRIDGE PROGRAM
Mondays-Thursdays, 8am-11:30am, located at elementary schools in: Ione, Jackson, Sutter Creek, Plymouth, Pine Grove and Pioneer. FREE program for children whose 5th birthday is on or before 9/1/19 and who may attend Kindergarten in the fall of 2019. Priority enrollment deadline: 5/17/19. Enrollment forms: (1) your elementary school’s office; (2) First 5 Amador, 975 Broadway, Jackson 95642; (3) or online at -www.first5amador.com For more information, call 209-257-1092
JUNE 29 & 30
GOLD RUSH PAPER SHOW
Saturday, 10am-6pm; Sunday, 9am-3pm, Holiday Inn Express Hotel, 4360 Town Center Blvd., El Dorado Hills (near the Post Office). Antique paper from 1840s-1940s. Manuscripts, printed CA history, U.S. and worldwide stamps, vintage photos, mining, old West, railroad, post cards, pamphlets, much more. Mark Baker, 530-417-1117. Free evaluation of your items at show or your location. We buy it all. Mark@GoldRushPaper.com
JUNE 1 & 2
BEATLES TO BROADWAY
Saturday, 6/1, 3pm, Amador Senior Center, 229 New York Ranch Rd., Jackson. Sunday, 6/2, 3pm, Community Church of Pine Grove, 14045 Ponderosa Way. A special one hour musical concert presented by the 28 member Amador Community Chorus, directed by Steve Chambers and accompanied by pianist Deena Holland. Music will include “Phantom of the Opera,” the Beatles “Yesterday” and “All You Need Is Love,” Johnny Cash medley including “Walk the Line” and “Ghost Riders in the Sky,” swing tunes “Satin Doll,” “Blue Skies,” and “Sentimental Journey,” and more. Refreshments following, $5 donation at the door. Easy parking. Hope to see you there!
JUNE 11
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CPUD PROPOSED WATER RATE INCREASE
Tuesday, 7pm, San Andreas Town Hall, 24 Church Hill Rd., San Andreas, CA. This Public Hearing is regarding the adoption of a proposed increase to the District’s water rates.
JUNE 1
OPERATION CARE - A HEROES ROUNDUP
Saturday, Cocktails at 5pm, dinner, buckle presentations and line dancing 5:30pm-9m, St. Sava Community Center, Mission Boulevard, Jackson, CA. Western attire encouraged! Raffle prizes, silent auction, free line dancing lessons, best boots contest! Tickets $40 per person, 17 and under $20. Honoring community heroes protecting domestic violence victims. Proceeds benefit Operation Care’s domestic violence and sexual assault programs. Information and tickets: 209-223-2897 or www.operationcare.org
JUNE 12
AMADOR CO. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MIXER
2nd Wednesday each month, 5:30-7pm. Volcano Theatre, 16121 Main St., Volcano. Meet fellow business owners and stay connected. Hosted by different business each month. Features food, beverages, raffle.
info@amadorchamber.com amadorcountychamber@gmail.com
amadorchamber.com
facebook.com/amadorchamberofcommerce
JUNE 14 & 15
PARACON AT PRESTON CASTLE
900 Palm Dr., Ione, CA. Castle Spirits hosts Preston Castle Foundation’s fifth annual Benefit Paranormal Conference. For information and tickets: www.prestoncastle.com/paracon.html
JUNE 21 - JULY 20
MAIN STREET THEATRE WORKS
Presents Leading Ladies, by Ken Ludwig. A hilarious comedy you won’t want to miss. Kennedy Mine Amphitheater, 1127 N. Main St., Jackson. Fridays and Saturdays. Gates open at 6:30pm for picnics, with show starting at 8pm. Tickets available: Hein & Co., Main St., Jackson or online: mstw.org
JUNE 1 & 2
139TH ANNUAL ITALIAN PICNIC & PARADE
Italian Picnic Grounds, Sutter Creek. Italian music, food, beer, culture. Carnival, live bands, dancing, vendor booths. Saturday: Noon to midnight. Sunday: 11:30am-5pm; Grand Parade, 10:30am Sutter Creek. Detailed information:
ItalianBenevolentSociety.com
JULY
JULY 25 - 28
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: VOLUNTEER AT THE FAIR & RECEIVE COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS
Get your community service hours by volunteering at the Amador County Fair Used Oil and Filter Recycling Booth. Come have a fun day at the Fair and help the Amador County Waste Management and Recycling Department! Volunteer for 2 or 4 hour shifts and get free admission to the Fair and free parking. Call 209-223-6429 for more information or email - jmchargue@amadorgov.org