Marshall Community Health Education
Baby Basics, Wed., 2/1/12, 7:00-9:00pm, $25, First 5 El Dorado offers scholarships; Diabetes Education: Healthy Living Class #3 Gaining Better Control, Wed., 2/1/12, 9:30-11:30am, most insurance; Childbirth Education: 1-Day Intensive, Sat., 2/11/12, 9:00am-3:30pm, $60, First 5 El Dorado offers scholarships; Diabetes Education: Healthy Living Class #2 Carbohydrates Food & You, Wed., 2/14/12, 9:30-11:30am, most insurance; Diabetes Education: Healthy Living Class #1 Diabetes Essentials, Wed., 2/29/12, 1:00-3:00pm, most insurance; Unless noted, all classes in Placerville, call 626-2990. Marshall Hospital Auxilary will be receiving applications for the month of May classes. Class is scheduled for 5/9/12. Call to apply: 622-4422.

Sierra Wildlife Rescue
Sierra Wildlife Rescue will hold its class, Introduction to Local Wildlife, 2/4, from 10:00am-noon; Rehabbing Squirrels, 2/25, 1:00pm-3:00pm. Classes held at the Wildlife Center, 3030 Newtown Rd, Placerville. Limited parking, make reservations by contacting Barbara Barker at 621-2650 or bsb@d-web.com. Free to members; a $5 donation requested from the public.

UCCE/El Dorado County Free Master Gardeners Classes
Citrus in the Foothills, 2/4/12 (Sat.) 9:00am-noon, Veterans Memorial Bldg., 130 Placerville Dr., Placerville; Weather and Climate, 2/11/12 (Sat.) 9:00am-noon, Bethel-Delfino Ag. Bldg., 311 Fair Ln., Placerville; Spring and Summer Vegetables, 2/25/12 (Sat.) 9:00am-noon, Veterans Memorial Bldg., 130 Placerville Dr., Placerville. 621-5512 or http://www.ceeldorado.ucdavis.edu. Location subject to change, call before going.

UCCE/El Dorado County Master Food Preservers
Want join the Master Food Preservers? To become a certified Master Food Preserver you will be required to attend our 10-week 50 hour training course begining in March. Cost $60 plus $12 for finger printing. For more info and to apply visit: http://cecentralsierra.ucanr.org/Master_Food_Preservers/ Deadline is 2/20/12.

Watercolor Classes
Expand on the basics of watercolors, drawing, and journaling. Fee: $80/4 classes (materials not included). Saturdays 2/4, 2/18, 3/3, and 3/17. 1:00-2:30pm. Journey Center, 3976 Durock Rd., Shingle Springs. To register: call Susan at 228-8775 or email sbk317@yahoo.com.

Lance Armstrong Foundation Bracelets
Lance Armstrong Foundation bracelets in child and adult sizes, $1 each, available at Golden Spoke Bike Shop, 679 Placerville Dr., Placerville. Bracelets support improving the quality of life for cancer survivors.

Swim Team Registration
Registration in now open for AquaSol Swim Team’s upcoming Spring into Summer Clinic that runs from 3/5 through 7/29. The cost is $300 if postmarked on or before 2/17, $325 if postmarked on or before 3/4 and $350 once the clinic has started through the end of March. To sign up, go to www.AquaSolSwimTeam.com and “Contact Us”. Sign ups and Assessment are available at the UMHS pool on two Saturdays, 2/11 and 2/25 at 8:00am, and Thurs., 2/16 at 5:00pm. Based at the Western Slope Aquatic Center at Union Mine High School, AquaSol Swim Team is a family oriented, USA swim program that encourages fitness, instruction, competition, sportsmanship and personal growth for all ages and abilities.

Child Support Info
Are you struggling to make ends meet? Does someone owe you child support? Call your local Child Support Services office at 1-866-901-3212 for information regarding free services, or visit us, 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon.-Fri, 3057 Briw Rd. Ste. B, Placerville. You can also visit us on line at www.edcgov.us/ChildSupport.

Kinder Kids Preschool
Cameron Park Community Service District has a half-day preschool for 2½-4½ year olds. Program is geared to help preschoolers be prepared for kindergarten. 3 day or 5 day a week program from 8:30am-12:00 noon. For more info call 677-2231, ask for Mrs. Jen or check our website at www.cameronpark.org.

Fellowship Club
The Placerville Fellowship and Newcomers Club is open to all newcomers and residents of El Dorado County. Its purpose is friendship and social activity for members. They have a monthly luncheon
meeting on the third Thursday at Cold Springs Country Club. For questions regarding the Placerville Fellowship and Newcomers Club call Doris @ 620-5602.

Lap Swimming
The Western Slope Aquatic Center at Union Mine High School, 6530 Koki Lane in El Dorado is open for morning lap swim. The current schedule is Fall 2011 through May 2012. The days and times are Mon., Tues., Thurs., & Fri., from 5:30-7:30am. The YMCA operates the pool and the cost is $5 per visit or $40 per month. Contact Steve at 626-1467.

Imagination Theater!
Imagination Theater presents two plays for families: Goldilocks and the Three Bears and Little Red Riding Hood. These family friendly tales run two weeks between 2/2 - 2/12 with show dates on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:00 p.m., Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. and Sundays, at 2:30 p.m. There is also a show on Thursday, 2/9 at 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, 2/5 at 5:00 p.m. Tickets $10 - purchase (PayPal) at www.it-tickets.org. - also available through the box office at 642-0404. All tickets for
Opening Night on Thurs. 2/2 are $5.00. Imagination Theater is located on the El Dorado County Fairgrounds.

Free Home Weatherization
The Weatherization Program can provide free energy efficiency upgrades to your home, helping to reduce your monthly utility bills. Energy saving services may include measures such as attic insulation, caulking, water heater blanket, heating/cooling system repair, and other conservation measures. Home Weatherization services are available to all income-qualified residents living in El Dorado County. Pick up applications at El Dorado County of Human Services, 937 Spring St., 621-6150.

Community Action Council
The El Dorado County Community Action Council currently has one (1) vacancy. The vacancy is to fill one (1) Low-Income Sector membership. The Community Action Council is seeking an individual or agency to represent the interests and concerns of low-income individuals/families residing in El Dorado County. The deadline for submitting applications is 2/3. For more info or to receive an application, contact Star Walker at 621-6255 or email star.walker@edcgov.us.

Volunteer Opportunity
The Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) is looking for volunteer Medicare counselors for El Dorado County. HICAP counselors help Medicare-eligible clients navigate the Medicare maze. Volunteers are provided extensive training and mentoring to enable them to counsel clients on the intricacies of Medicare - its benefits, qualifying criteria, billing and whatever problems clients might encounter in using Medicare services. Volunteers must be comfortable with computers and interested in helping persons become informed regarding their Medicare issues and decisions. HICAP has scheduled its next series of training sessions for 2/12. Persons interested in joining this active group of volunteers should call Susan Billings, Assistant HICAP Program Manager at 916-375-3761 or sbillings@hicapservices.net.

“New” Beginner Class
The Active Aging Program has started a NEW “Beginner Level” exercise class in Placerville. The Active Aging Program offers exercise classes designed specifically for the older adult. Benefits include: improved balance, mobility, strength, and maintaining functional fitness, along with reducing the risk of chronic disease and falling. Reservations not needed and drop-ins welcome. Suggested donation of $3, service is not dependent upon the ability to make a donation. To receive a schedule, the Active Aging Program at 621-6151.

Feb 3 • “My Time”
“My Time,” a gathering for people caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, related dementia, stroke or other chronic health condition, meets from 1:30-3:00pm at the Placerville Senior Center, 937 Spring St. Open to the public and free. For more info, contact Senior Day Care Services at 621-6180.

Feb 4 • Reds, Whites & Jewels
The Cameron Park CSD invites you to our wine tasting and jewelry show. Browse and shop for jewelry from numerous artists and vendors while enjoying light appetizers and sampling regional wines. Monies will benefit EDDOG. FREE admission, 1:00-5:00pm, 2502 Country Club Dr., Cameron Park. For more info call 677-2231 or visit: www.cameronpark.org.

Feb 4 • FOL Book Sale
Friends of the Library Book Sale, 8:00am-2:00pm, lower level behind main library, 345 Fair Ln, Placerville. Books $5 bag + select book section. Book donations will be accepted on sale day or every Wed. from 10:00am-1:00pm down at the book sale area. For more info on donation policy call 621-5540 or visit: www.eldoradolibrary.org.

Feb 6 • Friends of Seniors
Friends of El Dorado County Seniors, a newly formed non-profit organization, is looking for volunteers to help with fundraising activities. Its goals include advocating on behalf of seniors, and raising funds for non-profit senior programs and services that improve life for seniors in El Dorado County. The next Friends of Seniors meeting is at 3:30pm in the Game Room of the Placerville Senior Center, 937 Main St. in Placerville. For more info, email info@friendsofEDCseniors.org or call Kathi Lishman at 626-6323.

Feb 7 • Poetry Out Loud
Enjoy a free evening of fun and inspiration as finalists from seven county high schools compete in county finals for the national Poetry Out Loud competition from 7:00-9:00pm at Imagination Theater, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville. Winners of this competition advance to state finals in March. The national competition is held in Washington, DC in April. Poetry Out Loud encourages high school students to memorize and recite the work of great poets. It is funded through the National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry Foundation. This year the event also received funding from a Women’s Fund Impact Grant to El Dorado Arts Council. All events are open to the public.

Feb 8 • “After 5 Club”
The “After Five Club,” a free support group for those providing care to individuals with Alzheimer’s, a related dementia or other chronic health condition, meets from 5:30-7:00pm at the Senior Day Care Center, 935A Spring St., Placerville. Share information, successful coping strategies, and available options in an emotionally supportive and confidential setting. For more info, contact Senior Day Care Services at 621-6180.

Feb 9 • Training
Estate Planning for the 99% is a community training designed to educate you with the overview of wills, trusts and probate. Learn how to plan for a transfer of your estate to your loved ones. 10:30am - 11:30am. At Placerville Senior Center, 937 Spring St. Placerville. Questions? Contact Senior Legal Services 621-6154.

Feb 11 • Waste Drop-Off
El Dorado High School District’s robotic club is having a free electronic waste drop-off to raise money to compete in national FIRST Robotic competition. The drive-through fundraiser will take place in Raley’s parking lot, 166 Placerville Dr., Placerville from 9:00am-1:00pm. For more info call Cathy Clarke-Amos, 621-2278 or visit www.cearinc.com/news.htm. Sponsored by CEAR, INC, California Electronic Asset Recovery, a California state approved electronic waste collector and recycler. We will accept: monitors, televisions, PCs, VCRs, stereos, etc. We cannot accept: large household appliances, furniture, hazardous waste including batteries, paint, pesticides, used oil, etc.

Feb 12 • Valentine Gift
The El Dorado Healthy Marriages Coalition encourages churches in El Dorado County to offer couples a special service for the renewal of marriage vows annually on or near Valentine’s Day. If you do not have a church or if your church does not offer this service, please join the couples of Episcopal Church of Our Savior, 2979 Coloma St., Placerville on 2/12 at 6:00pm, to join in the service of reaffirmation of wedding vows. A reception in the Parish Hall will immediately follow the ceremony.

Feb 13 • Fashion Show
All ladies are invited to attenda “Fashions are Sweet!” featuring a Chico’s fashion show. Lunch at noon, $16 inclusive, seating starts at 11:30. Reservations are essential and cancellations necessary by Thurs. 2/9. Call Millie at 644-4258 or Katie at 622-6712. Sponsored by Shingle Springs Christian Women’s Connection and Stonecroft Ministries - www.stonecroft.org.

Feb 14 • Support Group
Caregiving is a difficult and often challenging role that one can undertake, and taking the opportunity to share information and feel connected to others who are providing care is a vital step to perform this task to the best of your ability. Take the opportunity from 2:30pm - 4:00pm., Georgetown Fire Station #61 6283 Main Street Georgetown, to become connected and rejuvenated at your local support group. Refreshments. Free respite care available to qualified caregivers. Pre-Authorization is required for respite services. Questions? Contact Family Caregiver Support Program at 621-6151.

Feb 14 • Small Business Workshop
To assist with the introductory basics of contracting with the government, El Dorado County is sponsoring a FREE workshop entitled Getting Started with Government Contracting from 9:00am-noon in the County building, 330 Fair Lane, Building A, OES Conference Room, Placerville. Pre-reg. required. Register online at www.theftc.org. For questions call El Dorado County Economic Development at 621-5147.

Feb 16 • Training
Powers of Attorney & Advanced Health Care Directives is a community training designed to assist you in understanding how these documents provide for our future. Learn about the importance of these documents and how to prepare them. 10:30am - 11:30am, Placerville Senior Center, 937 Spring St. Placerville. Questions? Contact Senior Legal Services 621-6154.

Feb 16 • Jazz Band
The Ponderosa Jazz Band will be performing for the Placerville Fellowship and Newcomers Club members at the Cold Springs Country Club, 6500 Clubhouse Dr., Placerville at 1:00pm. The Ponderosa Jazz Band consists of 22 students in grades 9-12. The students are accepted by audition and work hard to further their jazz education. They perform several times a year at the high school and throughout the community. They will compete/perform at the Woodcreek Jazz Festival on 2/24, and at the Heritage Festival in Santa Clara on 4/21. They will also perform at the El Dorado High School District Jazz night on 2/22 at Union Mine High School.

Feb 16 • Trout Meeting
“The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Trout in the 21st Century,” sponsored by El Dorado Chapter of Trout Unlimited at 7:00pm in the USFS Conference Rm, Placerville. Mr. Denega an instructor at El Dorado High School and Folsom Lake College has been conducting natural field study courses since the late 1970’s. The meeting is open to the public; everyone invited to attend. For more info visit: www.eldoradotu.org.

Feb 19 • Wedding Affair
A special wedding show designed for brides of every style. Meet the area’s most experienced wedding professionals and get every aspect of your wedding planned from bridal gowns, florists and honeymoons to MC/DJs, party rentals, photographers, videographers, catering and dessert tastings and more! Admission is FREE, 10:00am-3:00pm, for more info call 677-2231 or visit: www.cameronpark.org.

Feb 21 • Roots and Gold Dust
The Roots and Gold Dust meeting will be held at 1:00pm at the Family History Center building at 3275 Cedar Ravine, Placerville. Our speaker is Mr. William C. Teie, co-author with Francis “Carp” Carpenter of the book, History of a Place Called Rescue. Mr. Teie will blend the genealogy and history of Rescue. Visitors are welcome. For more info call Carol Pirtle at 644-2488.

Feb 21 • Support Group
Caregiving is a difficult and often challenging role that one can undertake, and taking the opportunity to share information and feel connected to others who are providing care is a vital step to perform this task to the best of your ability. Take the opportunity on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 5:30pm to 6:30pm. At the El Dorado Hills Senior Center 990 Lassen Ln, El Dorado Hills, CA to become connected and rejuvenated at your local support group. Refreshments will be served. Free respite care is available to qualified caregivers. Pre-Authorization is required for respite services. Questions? Please contact the Family Caregiver Support Program at (530) 621-6151.

Feb 23 • Training
Attend a frank discussion about the likelihood of needing long term care, types of care, and how to pay for it. In this community training, Long Term Planning for Long Term Care will give you a look at both private and public options. Medi-Cal eligibility an recovery will also be addressed and reviewed. Eliminate the fear of long term care by attending on, Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 10:30am to 11:30am. At Placerville Senior Center, 937 Spring St. Placerville, CA. Questions? Please contact Senior Legal Services (530) 621-6154.

Feb 25 • Cougarfest
Attention all El Dorado High School alumni and Cougar fans! The Cougarfest dinner & dance helps EDHS Athletic Booster Club support El Dorado High School sport teams and athletes. The dinner and dance takes place from 5:00-11:00pm at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds, must be 21 years old or older to attend. Tickets are $35 each (open seating), and can be purchased on-line at www.edhsbooster.info or by mail to EDHS Boosters, PO Box 44, Placerville, 95667. Hors D’ oeuvres & no host refreshments at 5:00pm and buffet prime rib dinner at 6:30pm. Entertainment by “Mother Mayhem”. Table sponsorship $400. Presented by El Dorado High School Athletic Booster Club & Coaches, 622-3634, ext. 1413.

Feb 26 • World Spay Day
HSUS World Spay Day at Pleasant Valley Pet Clinic, 4570 Pleasant Valley Rd, Ste M, Placerville, offering low cost dog neuters, cat spays and cat neuters as well as discounted services. To get an application email: pvpc@sbcglobal.net or visit: www.pleasantvalleypetclinicvetsuite.com. For more info call 644-2424.

Feb 27 • Game Day
Placerville Fellowship & Newcomer’s Club are having their Annual Game Day at 10:00am at Cold Springs Country Club, 6500 Clubhouse Dr., Placerville. The cost is $15 per person. This will include buffet lunch plus dessert, coffee and tea. Pastries and beverages will also be available for all before the games begin. Bridge, Pinochle and Bunco will be played. You may choose one of these games. If playing Bridge or Pinochle you must sign up with a partner. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place for Bridge and Pinochle and Bunco has four prizes. There will also be lots of door prizes. Please arrive at 9:45am and be ready to start at 10:00am. To register call Mary Lou at 642-8412.

Mar 12 • Training
Senior Peer Counseling program is starting free training classes for volunteers who want to become counselors for seniors in El Dorado County. Classes start 3/12 - 5/16, 2012. For more info, call our office and leave a message at 621-6304 as soon as possible so interviews can be conducted prior to training.

April 21 • Auditions
Imagination Theater is pleased to announce auditions for The Secret Garden, directed by Lorrene Baum-Davis. Auditions will take place at Imagination Theater! Saturday from 9:00am-3:00pm with call backs between 1:00pm and 5:00pm. Auditioners should bring five copies of their theater resume and one head shot. They will be expected to sing a song similar to the musical and the role being pursued. Bring sheet music and or a CD. Email 2012thesecretgarden@gmail.com for more info on the production which is scheduled for 9/2012.

April 11-13 • Carlsbad Trip
It’s not too early to begin thinking about this unique guided tour in Carlsbad, California. Included is a guided walking tour & wagon ride, a visit to the Sun Maid Raisins facility, free-time in downtown Carlsbad Village and a stay for two nights at the Carlsbad by the Sea Resort. Included are meals at Harris Ranch, The Black Bear Diner and daily breakfast buffet. you’ll need to find your roommate & make your reservation soon - deadline 3/1. Cost is $380 per person, double occupancy. For more info call Star Walker at 621-6255.