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The Frogarazzi Were Snapping at S.N.AC's General Store in Murphys!~By Gabby Dogwood with Video Enclosed |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/30/2008 11:31 PM
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Murphys, CA.....The Frogarazzi were out in force again Saturday Morning. They were at the S.N.A.C Painted Frog of Calaveras County unveiling. The festivities were held at their New General Store in downtown Murphys. The artist of this frog was Bob Carabas and he did a wonderful job capturing the essence of what S.N.A.C and The Central Sierra Environmental Resource Center wanted to portray in this project. CSERC is the Non-Profit will be the beneficiary of the October Frog Auction for this frog. If you would like to visit this wonderful expression of Frogliness it is located in the Breezeway next to The General Store...
CSERC's Julia Stephens, The Artist Bob Carabas, SNAC's Jill Seale, and Tracy Knopf
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Mark Twain St. Joseph’s Hospital's Summer Health Career Camp was a Learning Success By ~ John Hamilton |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 06/30/2008 09:48 AM
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San Andreas, CA...The inaugural Summer Health Career Camp kicked off this last week at Mark Twain St. Josephs Hospital in San Andreas. A good sized group participated in 4 days of comprehensive, immersive job shadowing, training and hands on instruction for local Juniors & Seniors interested in a career in Health Care. The week finished off with a CPR Certification Class and student/parent luncheon. When we spoke with one of the camp coordinators, Lynn Gates at the Friday luncheon, she mentioned that the program was successful enough this year that they would like to...
 
A good looking group of our next health care professionals and Nurse Gates and her high tech practice patient |
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Angel Auction Raises Thousands of Dollars for Two Respected Non-Profits on Saturday Eve ~By Hanna Alldrin |
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Posted by: hannaheath on 06/29/2008 04:54 PM
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Angels Camp, CA.... Last night the Angel Auction raised thousands of dollars to help fund the new the new digital mammography machine for Mark Twain St. Josephs Hospital Foundation and also for the Calaveras Arts Council. The red and white wine reception started at 5:30 yesterday evening at Camps Restaurant at Greenhorn Creek in Angels Camp. “Mediterranean Mystique” was the theme that has been selected for this year’s Angel Auction, a benefit for two respected non-profits, the Calaveras Arts Council and Mark Twain St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation’s campaign to fund new digital mammography machine. Last year the theme was a tropical oasis, making the "Mediterranean Mystique" a fantastic theme change. The outstanding and beautiful Angel Auction watercolor was painted and donated by Maren Sampson....
   
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Lloyd Dean Takes Helm of Chairperson of Catholic Health Association |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/27/2008 03:01 PM
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Lloyd Dean was installed as chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the national Catholic Health Association amid praise for his record of promoting healthcare reform and pledges of support from political leaders to help achieve a reformed system. Dean, the president and chief executive officer of Catholic Healthcare West, was installed at CHA’s annual convention held in San Diego June 22-24. Mark Twain St. Joseph’s Hospital is a member of Catholic Healthcare West, the eighth largest hospital system in the nation. At the......
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Health Precautions Advised for Smoke in Air |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 06/23/2008 01:05 PM
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San Andreas, CA...Smoke from the fires burning in Northern California is affecting parts of Calaveras County. This is resulting in poor air quality that can be harmful to residents, especially persons who are more sensitive to the effects of smoke. The Calaveras County Public Health Department and Air Pollution Control District are advising residents to take precautions to prevent exposure to wildfire smoke. All persons who can see or smell smoke, should avoid outdoor activities...
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Registered Nurse Commended for Saving efforts on Airplane~By Larry Cornish |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/23/2008 09:15 AM
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San Andreas, CA....At a special ceremony on June 18, 2008, David Lei, a Registered Nurse at Mark Twain St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit was recognized for his part in saving the life of a passenger on Southwest flight 3775 on June 10, 2008. Mr. Lei, who has extensive certification and experience in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, went into action when a “CODE BLUE” was called from the back of the airplane on its way to Burbank. With the help of other clinical persons on board, they were able to stabilize the passenger until the plane made an emergency landing and the passenger was transported to a nearby hospital....
(left to right) Kassie Waters, ICU Manager, daughter Nicole, David Lei, wife Julie, son Shawn, nephew Bill Fullerton and Brooke Fullerton
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Hospital Has Opening Ceremony for New Infusion Rooms |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/18/2008 10:01 AM
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San Andreas, CA....At a morning celebration, Mark Twain St. Joseph’s Hospital in San Andreas “cut the ribbon” to officially open new Infusion Rooms to be used for blood transfusions, antibiotic infusions and future chemo therapy programs. The Infusion Rooms were made possible through the generous support of The Sequoia Woods Men’s Club in memory of Bill Abbey and John Trench. The Men’s Club was represented at the celebration by Harold Hood and John Vasquez and a plaque honoring Mr. Abbey and Mr. Trench was placed in the corridor. The rooms are outfitted with comfortable lounge chairs, flat-screen televisions with wireless headsets and DVRs to help the pass the time during the sometimes lengthy procedures....
The Sequoia Woods Men’s Club members Harold Hood and John Vasquez flank Hospital Foundation Executive Director Peggy Lucas at the ribbon-cutting ceremony
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ThePineTree Pedaler Rides for Children “Heroes”~By Brett Loring |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/18/2008 05:39 PM
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Team Will, a non-profit Sacramento-based group cyclists, whose mission it is to raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer research, just embarked on its second 10-day “Ride To Reach The Day” from S.F. to D.C. with full medic and SAG support. ThePineTree Pedaler, Brett Loring who did the ’06 Ride from S.F. to Virginia, rode 115 miles of Shift 2 on Monday from the rally at the Capitol to Truckee in Team Will’s June 16-26 ride.....
  
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Water is an Adventure When You Are Kayaking ~By Hanna Alldrin |
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Posted by: hannaheath on 06/15/2008 06:09 PM
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White Pines, CA...You know you are a kayaker when you can't go over a bridge without looking for water under it. ~Unknown Author. The eleventh annual Kayak Festival took the water this weekend at White Pines Lake in Arnold. SNAC hosted a fun filled day on the water with kayak rides, kayak demonstrations, food, and a raffle. Over 65 people signed up for the event and wanted to feel the water beneath them while riding some of the high quality kayaks in our area. SNAC had their boats ready and waiting for all of the eager paddlers staring at 10am........
    
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"Adventure Sundays" Now Being Offered in Bear Valley...Sunday July 13th, FreeKayak Demo Day! |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/12/2008 05:05 PM
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Bear Valley, CA....Do you know the joy of gliding across a pristine lake in a kayak, the thrill of navigating alpine trails on a bicycle, or a fresh breeze while you share your favorite flower with friends on the side of a mountain? Bear Valley Adventure Company is committed to introducing everyone to this amazing corner of the high Sierra with a focus on high elevation fun. For those new to hiking, biking, and kayaking – fear not, BVAC has got you covered. Each Sunday throughout the summer, BVAC will host an Adventure Sunday....
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