Ray Pekarcik Honored as May 2019 Mentor of the Month
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/10/2019 08:55 AM
Angels Camp, CA...The Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program is honored to announce Valley Springs resident Ray Pekarcik as its Mentor of the Month for May 2019. Ray has been matched with his 14-year-old mentee, Mike, for over a year, but he has been a part of the Mentoring Program since 2012. Ray was matched with his first mentee for four years. “I decided to continue with the Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program after my first match because I find it to be personally rewarding. I know that I made a difference in some small way,” said Ray.
"A Plan 4 Me" Free Seminar on Understanding Diabetes & Prediabetes Seminar May 24th!
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/09/2019 06:44 PM
San Andreas, CA..."A Plan 4 Me" Fee Seminar on Understanding Diabetes & Prediabetes Seminar May 24th at 11am at Mark Twain Medical Center.
Calaveras Tourism Leaps to $205.3 Million in 2018
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/09/2019 05:47 PM
Angels Camp, CA...This week, Dean Runyan published its tourism numbers compiled for Visit California, and we showed a healthy pattern of continued growth for our tourism economy in Calaveras County. Calaveras Tourism is an economic heavy hitter. Preliminary data for 2018 shows an increase of 5% from $195.5 million to $205.3 million in overall tourism spending in Calaveras County.
Let Footwear From SNAC Support & Comfort Your Feet with Rugged Good Looks This Summer
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/09/2019 05:30 PM
Arnold, Sonora & Murphys, CA...If you're planning to step outside, start at SNAC. Do you want arch support, comfort and a rugged outsole? OBOZ have all that and more. They're SNAC's best selling brand in 25 years! Come to SNAC Arnold, Sonora & Murphys to see all models, since each store is different. While you're at SNAC Arnold or SNAC Sonora check out our selection of daypacks, backpacks, sleeping bags, tents, stoves and hiking poles to complete your backpacking or hiking list! From street to trail, Oboz has shoes and boots that you can travel anywhere with. Every pair of Oboz comes complete with their O FIT Insole to give you real arch support!
Oboz, the Montana-based footwear company is so cool, they'll plant a tree for every pair of shoes they sell! They've planted over 2 million trees so far! Oboz - true to the trail!
SNAC Murphys has the Forsake Men's Range Vent - a breatheable adventurer without the bulk. The Women'sMaddox is also a champion of versatility that can take you from the trail to town.
SNAC Murphys has a great selection of Women's watershoes. Teva offers a solid footbed that's great for the lake and comfortable enough for long walks on your next adventure. Keen will keep your toes covered to protect you on your next river trip or hike. Just throw on a dress after your day on the water and you're good to go!
SNAC Staff Product Tested Flip Flops & Water Shoes at Elkhorn Slough on our annual Staff Trip May 7, 2019. Looks like the Flip Flops won! You'll find a different selection of footwear at each SNAC location. Look for Olukai, Reef, Chaco, Teva & Billabong Flip Flops spread among all 3 SNAC Locations!
Murphys, CA...We are looking to expand our team! If you love fashion and customer service, this is the place for you! We are looking for friendly, personable, outgoing individuals who are coachable and team players. Hours are part time 20-25 per week, must be willing to work a few weekdays and weekends. Stop by to fill out an application and ask for Sue! 237 C Main Street in Murphys. You will be selling great fashion like the terra-cotta top below that has eyelet-detailed sleeves and a tie-front hem.
A Hop from Senator Borges at The 45th Annual State Capitol Frog Jump
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/08/2019 02:32 PM
Sacramento, CA...The East Lawn at State Capitol played host to Calaveras County's Celebrated Jumping Frogs this morning for the 45th Annual State Capitol Frog Jump. The frogs were accompanied by their entourage of volunteer Frog Jump Committee members. Last year more than 50 elected officials, legislative staffers and media representatives vied for bragging rights and the opportunity to move on to the Jumping Frog Jubilee Grand Finals.
Sonora, CA...On Saturday, May 11th, 2019, the City of Sonora will be hosting the 62nd annual Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Posse - Mother Lode Round-Up Parade. This event will bring thousands of visitors to the downtown area of Sonora.
(Get Your Ballots In The Mail Today!) Vote Yes on “Measure A” to Support Rural Emergency Health Services from EPFD
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/07/2019 07:12 AM
Arnold, CA...The Ebbetts Pass Fire District (EPFD) Board of Directors is sponsoring “Measure A,” which is a special tax measure that will fund the continued operation of fire, ambulance and paramedic services to the Upper Highway 4 Corridor. The Fire District serves community members who live in the 225-square-mile District along Highway 4 between Forest Meadows and Bear Valley. The EPFD Board of Directors put forth Measure A to address a $400,000 budget deficit the District is currently facing. If Measure A does not pass, fire, ambulance and paramedic services will have to be cut starting July 1, 2019. Eligible voters will receive ballots in the mail in early April and those ballots must be mailed to the Calaveras County Elections Office by May 7, 2019. In order to pass, Measure A must receive a two-thirds majority, meaning 66.67% of voters must vote “Yes”.
A Concert Celebrating the Avery Hotel Restoration featuring The Rhythm Riders & Tom Drinnon
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/06/2019 05:14 PM
Avery, CA...The Avery Hotel Restoration is Complete! Built in 1851, the 167-year-old landmark Avery Hotel has been restored to its original splendor and has added a beautiful new stage, nestled among the trees and perfect for concerts and dancing under the stars. Inaugurating the new stage are the popular Johnny Cash / Patsy Cline tribute band, The Rhythm Riders. Fronted by award-winning vocalists Johnny and Dee Price, The Rhythm Riders will perform Johnny Cash’s favorite train songs, including Wabash Cannonball, Hey Porter, and Wreck of the Old 97.
