Marshall Medical Center
Health Promotions
The Breastfeeding Experience, Wed., 2/24, 7:00-9:00pm. Best during 3rd trimester. $35, Placerville; Childbirth Education: 1-Day Intensive, Sat., 2/27, 9:00am-4:30pm. Placerville, $120. Bring snacks, drinks and lunch; Baby Basics, Wed., 3/3, 7:00-9:00pm. Placerville, $35. First 5 of El Dorado offers scholarships to assist with tuition. Call 626-2990 to register.

Sierra Wildlife Rescue
Rehabbing Raccoons, 2/27, 10:00am-noon, call Marty: 626-6818; Mentoring Workshop (for rehabbers), 3/6, 1:00-3:00pm; Basic First Aid for Songbirds, 3/9, 7:00-9:00pm; Fawns, 3/11, 7:00-9:00pm; Behavioral Enrichment (how to keep your animals in rehab happy), 3/13, 10:00am-noon; Rabbits, 3/13, 1:00-3:00pm; Introduction to Local Wildlife, 3/16, 7:00-9:00pm; Introduction to the Baby Bird Nursery, 3/20, 10:00am-noon and 1:00-3:00pm and 3/27, 10:00am-noon. . Classes held at SWR’s new Wildlife Center, at 3030 Newtown Rd., Placerville. Parking space is limited so please contact Barbara Barker ASAP if you would like to attend. Call or email Barbara, at 621-2650 or basb@d-web.com, for info on becoming a member of SWR, volunteering, upcoming SWR events, and making donations.

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.

UCCE/El Dorado County Free Master Gardeners Classes
Weather & Climate in Foothill Gardens, 2/27, 9:00am-noon. Bethell-Delfino Agriculture Bldg., 311 Fair Lane, Placerville; Plant Propagation, 3/6, 9:00am-noon; Raised Bed Gardening, 3/13, 9:00am-noon. Veterans Memorial Bldg. 130 Placerville Dr., Placerville; Citrus Gardening, 3/20, 9:00am-noon. Bethell-Delfino Agriculture Bldg., 311 Fair Lane, Placerville; Chickens in the Backyard, 3/27, 9:00am-noon. Veterans Memorial Bldg. 130 Placerville Dr., Placerville 621-5512 or http://www.ceeldorado.ucdavis.edu.

Lap Swimming
Union Mine HS, 6530 Koki Ln., El Dorado. Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, 5:30am-7:30am and Sat 7:00am-9:00am. Contact Pat at 916-452-9622 ext. 101 or sacymca.org for more info.

Free Tax Assistance
Tax counselors available throughout El Dorado County through 4/15. Free to all middle and low income taxpayers, special attention to those 60 and older. AARP, in conjunction with the IRS and CA Franchise Tax Board provide this service to all ages. All returns filed electronically. Appointments available Mon- Sat. Call between 10:00am-5:00pm, Mon.-Fri. one of these four numbers: Lake Oaks, Gold Country, Pollock Pines 642-9477; Placerville Senior Center, Placerville Main Library, Cameron Park Branch Library 642-0431; El Dorado Hills Senior Center 916-933-1910; Garden Valley Fire Department 333-2590. For info call 621-4049.

Kindergarten/Home School
Academy Registration
Camino School is now accepting kindergarten and Home School Academy students for the 2010-2011 school year. Reg. packets can be picked up at the Camino School Office located at 3060 Snows Road, Camino, between 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday. To be eligible for kindergarten, a child must be 5 years old by 12/2, 2010. Items required: copy of child’s birth certificate, proof of residency (utility, phone bill, rent/lease agreement), current immunization record and proof of dental exam within the past 12 mos.

High School
Mountain Bike Team
The Diamond Back Mountain Bike Club serves the Placerville, Cameron Park, El Dorado area providing fun rides and races for high school students through the NORCAL High School Mountain Bike League. Competition starts March 7th. Sunday afternoon rides, Tuesday night spinning at Fit for Life, and Thursday night rides keep the athletes in shape for the March through May season. Contact Russ @ 530-409-1921 or email mtnbikecoachruss@gmail.com. Pick up a packet at Golden Spoke Bike Shop.

Free Community Program
Learn about programs available to older adults and their caregivers with one simple phone call. The Senior Information & Assistance Program is designed to assist in navigating various senior programs and finding what might best assist you. Learn about programs to keep you safely at home and active in the community as well as programs that contribute to your overall well being. Call 621-6369 for more info.

Alzheimer’s Support
Elder Options, Inc. monthly support group for family members who live with or care for individuals with memory issues. Open to anyone wishing to learn more about behaviors and disease progression of a variety of diseases characterized by memory impairment or dementia. Facilitated by an Elder Options’ certified professional geriatric manager, the interactive group has the benefit of having an expert facilitator on hand to give input, offer suggestions and knowledge of federal, state and local programs that may help. Group meets 3rd Monday of the month, 10:00-11:30am, 82 Main St., Placerville, open to all community members, free, drop-in meeting. To request a newsletter call 800-336-1709 or 626-6939 or email info@elderoptionssca.com.

Imagination Theater!
Our next show, March 26-April 18 - The Foreigner, The Village Voice fittingly described this wildly funny play as “...a constant invitation to relax and laugh at the foolishness of life.” We invite you to come on down, relax, and laugh with us at Imagination Theater this spring. IT! Box office: 642-0404, www.imagination-theater.org.

Feb 27 • Annual Crab Feed
Pleasant Valley Grange fun filled evening and seafood feast of clam chowder, green salad, garlic bread, fresh crab and cheese cake. Also available an award winning wine list and many great prizes donated by local merchants. Tickets $40 and doors open at 6:00pm. For tickets and more info call Lisa Blum at 644-8042. Entrance to Pleasant Valley Grange is 100 yards west of the intersection of Newtown and Pleasant Valley Roads.

Mar 1 - May 14 • AquaSol USA
Swim Team Spring Clinic
Technical Clinic: Age 12 & under who have competed in the recreational level or have had continued lessons Mon-Fri (depending on age), 5:30-6:30pm. Advanced Stroke Clinic: Age 13 & older who are more advanced swimmers that want to work on their technique before their summer season. Mon-Fri, 5:30-6:30pm. Come, meet new friends, receive great coaching. Experience the benefits of year-round USA swim team. Western Slope Aquatic Center, Union Mine High School Campus. For more info visit: www.aquasolswimteam.com

Mar 1 • Meeting
The El Dorado County Republican Women Federated meets the first Monday of every month, except September. Join us for lunch at Denny’s in Placerville for interesting discussion and informative speakers. Next meeting is March 1st at 10:30am. Cost is $11 for lunch and $30 for a year’s membership for registered Republican women. Call 644-6490 for more info.

Mar 2-16 • The Big
Read Events
3/2, 3/4 & 3/6, On the Trail of the Iditarod, Meet former Iditarod competitor Jeanne Ashcraft and hear the exciting account of her race against the elements to finish Alaska’s grueling sled dog challenge. 3/2, 6:30-8:00pm at the Cameron Park Branch Library, 2500 Country Club Dr., Cameron Park; 3/4, 11:00am-12:30pm at the El Dorado Hills Branch Library, 7455 Silva Valley Parkway, El Dorado Hills; 3/4, 7:00-8:30pm at the Placerville Shakespeare Club, 2940 Bedford Ave., Placerville; 3/6, 2:00-3:00pm at the South Lake Tahoe Branch Library, 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd., SLT; 3/3, Mother-Daughter Book Club Reads ‘The Call of the Wild’, The book club meets to discuss The Call of the Wild by Jack London. For 4th - 8th grade girls and their mothers. Light refreshments. 6:30-8:00pm, at the El Dorado County Main Library, 345 Fair Lane, Placerville; 3/16, The Cameron Park Nonfiction Book Club Discusses Jack London, This nonfiction book club will discuss the life and times of Jack London. 2:00-4:00pm, Cameron Park Branch Library, 2500 County Club Dr., Cameron Park.

Mar 2 • GriefShare Support Group
GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you’ve probably found there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. GriefShare groups meet weekly to help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. Duration: 13 weeks. Each Tuesday, 7:00pm, Cameron Park Christian Center, 4414 Commodity Way, Cameron Park. Cost: nothing except for purchase of workbook. For more info call Bob Halk at 622-9747 or 916-203-3997.

Mar 2 & 17 • Cancer Support Groups
The Sierra Wellness Cancer Support Group meets 3/2 from noon until 2:00pm Pollock Pines/Camino Community Center and 3/17 Marshall Cancer Resource Center, 3581 Palmer Dr., #402, Cameron Park. Open to those in treatment, newly diagnosed, in remission, families and caregivers. We meet in a safe, supportive, confidential environment. Sponsored by the Pollock Pines/Camino Community Center and the Marshall Cancer Resource Center.

Mar 6 • Lumpenball (ragball)
Mardi Gras
Sponsored by El Dorado County’s German-American Social Club, Stammtisch El Dorado. Join us for an evening of Mardi Gras fun - German style. Wear you favorite costume and dance to the ever popular Edelweiss Band. Admission is $15 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under. Food and drink will be available for purchase. Event will be held at the Shakespeare Hall, 2940 Bedford Ave., Placerville, from 6:00-11:00pm. For more info call 647-2537.

Mar 6 • Book Sale
Friends of the Library book sale from 8:00am-2:00pm, lower level behind main library, 345 Fair Lane, Placerville. Books $5 bag + select book selection + free section. Clean, usable book donations will be accepted the day of the sale or every Wed. from 10:00-1:00pm down at the book sale area. For more info on donation policy call 621-5540 or visit www.eldoradolibrary.org.

Mar 9 • Luncheon
You’re invited to “Sprucing Up For Spring”, a luncheon by the Shingle Springs Christian Women’s Connection (sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries) at noon. Cost $16, Cameron Park Community Center, 2502 Country Club Drive, Cameron Park. Speaker Pam Grein, an entrepreneurial business woman and owner of “the Hang Up”, a custom closet and storage solution, tells how she was adopted twice. She will share with us tips in closet storage and organizing for spring! Music: Suzanne Weissenberg will sing for us. Reservations essential, cancellations necessary by 3/4. Call Ruth 622-9334 or Katie 651-3254.

Mar 16 • Elder
Abuse Seminar
Elder abuse takes many forms; it can be physical, financial, and emotional. Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones at our community training. Identifying and Preventing Elder Abuse, from 1:00-2:00pm, Placerville Senior Center, 937 Spring St., Placerville. Call 621-6154.

Mar 20 • Long
Term Care Seminar
Diana Steele, El Dorado County’s Senior Legal Services, will present a seminar at Church of Our Saviour, 2979 Coloma St., Placerville on Financial Options for Long Term Care. This includes a frank discussion about the likelihood of needing long term care and both public and private options to pay for it. 10:00am in Peirce Hall.

Mar 21 • Authors Day Tea
The Placerville Shakespeare Club presents for the community the third “Authors Day Tea” featuring author presentations, questions & answer period, book sales, book signings, door prizes and refreshments. Authors presenting: Allison Brennan - author of numerous mystery/romance novels, Alton Pryor - author of dozens of non-fiction histories of the West, Kiyo Sato - author of an autobiography chronicling her family’s internment during WW II, Michael Silverling - author of mysteries set in California. The event will begin at 1:00pm at the clubhouse, 2940 Bedford Ave. Tickets $10. For tickets/information - call Helen 621-3388 or Nora 644-3855. www.placerville-shakespear.com

Mar 29 • Monday Night
Learning Center
Classes begin 3/29 and continue through 4/26. Light dinner begins at 5:30pm and classes begin at 6:30pm. Classes include Digital Photography, Organic Gardening, Marriage Enrichment, Cooking & Nutrition, How to Share Christ, Card Making, Favorite Bible Themes, Knitting & Crocheting and Biblical Finance. Classes free except for supply free for Biblical Finance. Dinner $6. Class location is 6831 Mother Lode Dr., Placerville. For info call 622-2446 or visit: www.placervillesda.org/mnlc.htm

Mar 30 • Annual
Bridge Party
“Let’s Make A Deal” the Placerville Shakespeare Club Annual Bridge Party will begin at 10:00am at the clubhouse, 2940 Bedford Ave. The community is invited to a day of brilliant bridge, fabulous food and delightful door prizes. Men and women bridge players are welcome. $35 a pair includes a morning snack, lunch, cash prizes as well as door prizes. Partners will play together the entire day. Call Melba 622-3726 for reservations & Doreen 626-0531 for info. www.placerville-shakespeare.com