11/09/2017 - Men's Health is Workshop Focus for the Month of November San Andreas, CA...Men’s health is the topic of a free workshop on Nov. 9 at Mark Twain Medical Center. “Tackle Your Health” is the theme for the 10 a. m. to noon event focusing on lifestyle and health resources for men. A variety of presenters and health resource organizations will be featured and lunch is included. There is limited seating. Call 754-5919 for reservations and information. “Tackle Your Health” is part of MTMC’s ongoing series of “A Plan 4 Me” free planning workshops. It is co-sponsored by MTMC and the Mark Twain Health Care District. The district is providing a donated San Francisco 49ers DeForest Buckner laser-engraved football valued at $50 to be awarded at the workshop along with “Tackle Your Health” tee-shirts.
Speakers include MTMC Chief Medical Officer Dr. Lonnie Smith, who will discuss “Sleep apnea and how to live a rested and healthy life” and ‘Hope for hearing loss and support devices.” Calaveras County District Attorney Barbara Yook will take about grandparents’ rights and protecting yourself from criminals who target seniors.
Additional speakers are Dr. Andrew McCoy addressing colonoscopies and proper healthy maintenance and Dr. Mark Faryan discussing health screenings that can save your life. Attendees will each receive a binder to fill with materials from the speakers and participating local organizations.
Mark Twain Health Care District is subsidizing Common Ground Senior Services to help provide rides for men who have no other means of transportation to/from the workshop. Vehicles will be available to begin picking folks up one hour before the event and returning them up to one hour after it ends. Call 209-498-2246 to request a ride.
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About Mark Twain Medical Center
Founded in 1951, Mark Twain Medical Center is a 25-bed, critical access hospital providing inpatient acute care, outpatient services and emergency services. The Medical Center’s Medical Staff represents a broad range of specialties that ensure access to high quality medical care in a rural community. In addition to being a major provider of health services, Mark Twain Medical Center is also one of the area’s largest employers. More than 300 people are employed at the hospital and its five Family Medical Centers. The Medical Center is a member of Dignity Health, the fifth largest not-for-profit healthcare system in the nation. For more information, please visit our website at www.marktwainmedicalcenter.org. Mark Twain Medical Center is also on Facebook.
10/09/2017 - Bear Valley Season Premiere and More At GABA Meeting Monday Night Arnold, CA...Bear Valley opens for the 2017-2018 season on November 24, and boy do they have great news. Come to hear about the new lift that carries six people per chair and other improvements to enhance your mountain enjoyment. General manager Andrea Young and director of resort revenue Rosie Sundell will lead the presentation followed by Q&A.
When was the last time you visited Calaveras Big Trees State Park? The volunteer association is spearheading some significant improvements and president Rod Smith will be there to show us all what’s happening.
Bear Valley and Big Trees park draw hundreds of thousands of visitors to the greater Arnold area each year. To a large extent, these two attractions are the lifeblood for our community, resulting in jobs and revenue. So please join us Monday at 6:00 PM at the Ebbetts Pass Fire Station on Blagen Road. We’ll meet in the training room, accessed from the rear parking lot.
Get to Know Your GABA Representatives
OFFICERS
Bob Doten, President • Linda Baker, Vice President • Debbie Bertini, Treasurer • Linda Payton, Secretary
DIRECTORS
Bruce Rohrer • Christy Almen • Tami Schaner • Mike Borean • Your Name Here (yes, we have a vacancy!)
Greater Arnold Business Association
PO Box 2385, Arnold CA 95223
(209) 795-GABA Info@ComeToArnold.com
09/30/2017 - The Jank Tones Rock the Garden at Camp Connell General Store Camp Connell, CA...Season closer, The Jank Tones, come celebrate Ocktoberfest! We'll have craft beers, wood Fired pizzas, burgers, wings and more!!! Rocking the seasons finale!!!! 10% off your food order before 6pm!
"I went into a General Store, they wouldn't let me buy anything specific..." Comedian Steven Wright
The story of Camp Connell Continues....
The Camp Connell of today was largely influenced by the surging popularity of auto travel through the mountains inspired when Dr. D. Sargent of Angels Camp became the first to drive an automobile over Ebbetts Pass in 1908. Family camping was destined to become an extremely popular recreational activity To meet those demands, Jack Connell began construction of a campground, cabins, general store and gas pumps in 1928. He and his wife named their endeavor "Camp Connell". Opened for business in 1929, the general store and gas station have been in operation ever since. The Connell's continued to expand the store and added a café to serve the increasing number of visitors. By 1934 the Post Office was moved to the store and became "Camp Connell Station". The store was a local gathering place where local residents and vacationers alike would come to share news and leave messages, much as it is today. Occasionally, Circuit Court was convened in the building. Monte Wolfe, Art and Harry Schimke, the Whittles, Hunts, Tryons, Lombardis, and Airolas were frequent visitors.
While the popularity of the general store and café continued, the campground was closed in 1949 and the property was subdivided into lots selling for $600 each. The cabins remained as part of Camp Connell until the 1960's, when the highway was realigned to accommodate the ski resort and village at Bear Valley, as well as the development of Big Trees Village. The old highway became the current two accesses to Camp Connell and the property has stayed much the same ever since.
Today the Camp Connell General Store is one of the oldest Chevron stations in California as well as the longest continuously operated retail business between Murphys and Markleeville. It is a popular stop for visitors and a cherished part of the local community."
09/24/2017 - American Heritage Girls 2017 Registration September 24, 2:00 – 4:00 PM White Pines Park Arnold, CA...Join us to learn about AHG Bring your family and enjoy Fun and fellowship. Arnold families have discovered a new extra-curricular organization for their daughters called American Heritage Girls (AHG). AHG is a faith-based character development program for girls’ ages 5 – 18 dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community and country.
AHG Troop CA0016 is the first AHG Troop in Calaveras County and we are excited to be starting our fifth program year. American Heritage Girls is chartered by Big Trees Community Bible Church, located in Arnold at 1216 Blagen Road.
With an emphasis on faith, service and fun, girls choose from more than 240 badges, participate in service projects, leadership opportunities and outdoor experiences. Troops are led by adult volunteers who facilitate the AHG program while encouraging girl leadership.
09/16/2017 - South Sac Jookes in The Beer Garden at Camp Connell General Store September 16th Camp Connell, CA...The Beer Garden at Camp Connell welcomes the South Sac Jookes! Doors open at 5pm 10% off your food order before 6pm . Wood Fired Pizzas, Burgers, wings and more! From now till the end of the season we are giving free admission to anyone with a drivers license showing the 95223 zip code.
09/23/2017 - Are You Ready? Emergency Preparedness Fair is September 23rd! Murphys, CA...Everyone is at risk of natural and manmade disasters such as earthquakes, fires and outbreaks of disease. Preparing for a major disaster increases your chance of survival and minimizes the impact to your health. This is a FREE event to help residents prepare for natural and manmade disasters. Local businesses and agencies will provide seminars, demonstrations, and booths to share the latest information about emergency preparedness! Presentations bY: American Red Cross, Cal-Fire, Pacific Gas & Electric, PHI Air Medical, Ebbetts Pass Gas, local law enforcement & more!
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FAIR proudly sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Everyone is at risk of natural and manmade disasters such as earthquakes, fires and outbreaks of disease. Preparing for a major disaster increases your chance of survival and minimizes the impact to your health.
This is a FREE event to help residents prepare for natural and manmade disasters. Local businesses and agencies will
provide seminars, demonstrations, and booths to share the latest information about emergency preparedness!
Complimentary childcare and refreshments will be provided.
Saturday September 23 , 2017
9:00am to noon
700 Bret Harte Drive, Murphys CA
(between Friendly Court & Murphys Creek Road)
09/23/2017 - The Big, The Ginormous Annual Winter Ski Sale at CHS Thrift Arnold, CA...The Arnold CHS Thrift Store is holding tier Big Annual Ski Sale on September 23rd & 24th. Don;t miss out on the best prices in town on all skis, boots, snowboards, sleds & winter wear for the entire family.
