Angels Camp, CA...The Angels Camp Fire Department has scheduled two Wildland Fire training exercises. The first training will be held this Saturday June 10, 2017 between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on city property just south of the Angels Camp city limits near the fairgrounds. The second training will be held on Tuesday June 13, 2017 between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on property adjacent to Utica Park.
Calaveras Uncorked Wine Education Night with Steve Millier
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/08/2017 02:52 PM
Murphys, CA...On June 8th, esteemed winemaker Steve Millier, winemaker for Ironstone Vineyards, Milliaire Winery and Black Sheep Winery will be pouring and showcasing an Ironstone Vineyards portfolio of wines and Lodi counterparts while discussing their sustainable winemaking and viticulture practices. Come learn and taste Ironstone's Gold Medal Winners including their "Best in Show" Double Gold Reserve Viognier! Tickets are only $25 and includes tasting, winemaker discussion and light cheese and appetisers.
Chapel in the Pines Invites Children to Maker Fun Factory VBS: Created by God, Built for a Purpose.
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/08/2017 08:50 AM
Arnold, CA - A summer kids’ event called Maker Fun Factory VBS will be hosted at Chapel in the Pines from June 12 to June 16. At Maker Fun Factory, kids discover that God made them—and for a purpose! Kids participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, make and devour yummy treats, experience one-of-a-kind Bible adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of God’s love, and test out Sciency-Fun
Gizmos they’ll take home and play with all summer long. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Each day concludes with the Funshop Finale that gets everyone involved in living what they’ve learned. Family members and friends are encouraged to join in daily for this special time at [time of Funshop Finale].
Win A Trip To Fiji At “THE PARTY” Mentoring Fundraiser Set for Saturday, June 10, 2017 at Dove Hill Ranch in Angels Camp
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/05/2017 01:56 PM
Angels Camp, CA...Imagine experiencing a guided O.A.R.S. adventure down a river framed by 150-foot shear canyon walls and countless waterfalls in the lush Fijian Highlands. Now imagine you are lucky enough to win this trip just by purchasing a $100 key to the Treasure Chest at THE PARTY to support the Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program! This once-in-a-lifetime adventure for two includes a $2500 travel allowance, making it an $8,300 value. Only 125 keys are available at CalaverasMentoringFoundation.org (NO "www").
The 2017 Bret Harte High School Graduation Photos & Video
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/05/2017 08:42 AM
Angels Camp, CA...It was another great group of now young men and women that received their diplomas last Friday night. One of the things that always impresses us about our local schools is the commitment to the kids and our communities that the staff of our schools displays. There is invariably one or two students receiving their diplomas from a mother or father on staff of the school. For much of the staff teaching or serving at our local schools is much more than just a job. It is part of their families future and also legacy. Below are photos and video of the class. For this year most of the group photos have been uploaded at full resolution as well so when you click on many of the photos you will get a much larger image. Congratulations to the Bret Harte Class of 2017 and may you make your dreams for a great future come true!!
Sickness Unto Death Part IV: Dollars and Sense - In Sickness and Health ~ By John MacWillie, Ph.D.
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/03/2017 11:50 PM
Murphys, CA...We pay more for our health care -- in some cases, twice as much as countries like France. Is it worth it? There can be no argument, however you want to analyze health care delivery and the value of outcomes, the American health care system is significantly more expensive than any other comparable system in the world. The US spends $9451 per person on health care. That is 121% more than citizens of Japan spend on health care. (OECD 2015). The next nearest country to the United States, in terms of health care spending, is Norway which spends $6567 per capita. In other words, the U.S. spends far, far more than other nations -- and on a few very important measures is performing nowhere as well.
The 28th Annual Chicken in a Barrel is Today! Don't Miss It
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/03/2017 10:55 AM
Murphys, CA...Today is the day!!! Michelson Elementary's 28th annual Chicken in the Barrel! 12-5pm Murphys Park. Fun for the whole family! Don't miss it!!!We are getting so excited for this Saturday from 12-5. Can't wait to see you there!! This Fun Family event in the Murphys Community Park benefits the Michelson Elementary Parent's Club! Saturday, June 3rd - noon to 5pm.... (Below are a few photos from past years, video from 2012 and some grainy video from 2006.)
LBGT Alliance Honors Their Scholarship Winners At The Pourhouse
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/03/2017 10:08 AM
Murphys, CA...TheTri-County LGBT Alliance is hosting its June family-friendly mixer on Wednesday, June 7th at the Murphys Pourhouse starting at 6:30pm. They invite all friends, family, community allies, and LGBT members to the Pourhouse. The Alliance will publicly announcing and acknowledge the four graduating high school seniors who won the 2017 Tri-County LGBT Alliance Scholarship on acceptance.
Avery Hawks Soar Onto Next Level In Their Education Career!
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/02/2017 12:08 PM
Avery, CA...Last evening Avery Middle School held the graduation ceremony for the graduating 8th grade class. In the picturesque mountain setting with trees as their backdrop the graduates moved forward in their education path. The Class of 2017 is another great class of students from the Gold Ribbon Winning School. Congratulations Graduates. Clicking on the class photo below links over to a full sized image..
Instahack Leads to Instathreat of Schools on Instagram!
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/01/2017 02:42 PM
Sonora, CA...The Tuolumne County Sheriff's Office was informed by Summerville High School District Administrators about an Instagram posting that mentioned someone doing harm at an unnamed school. The Instagram account was hacked and several other messages including sexual and racial content were posted. It has been determined there is no credible threat to the safety of the students and staff. The Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Department in conjunction with the Summerville High School District Administration are conducting an investigation into this matter.
