Saturday, May 26, 2012

Volunteer Nurse Needed for Blood Pressure Checks


A volunteer Nurse is needed to perform blood pressure checks at the Placerville Senior Center and at the Diamond Springs Lions Hall.

Blood pressure checks will be scheduled once a month from 10:30 am until noon at the Senior Nutrition site.

This could be a great opportunity for a retired RN or LVN to stay connected with the community.

Interested volunteers should call the Senior Nutrition Program at (530) 621-6160 for more information. To learn more about other senior programs and services call Senior Information and Assistance at (530) 621-6369.

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Friday, May 25, 2012

Free Community Training

A Free Community Training is being offered by El Dorado County Health and Human Services on June 21st.

Seniors are often targets of predatory practices to defraud them of money and property. Scams, ID Theft, and Annuities is a community training designed to educate you to recognize scams and protect yourself and those you care about. Join them Thursday, June 21, 2012 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am at the El Dorado Hills Senior Center, 990 Lassen Lane, El Dorado Hills, CA.

If you have questions or need more information please contact Senior Legal Services at  (530) 621-6154.

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Thursday, May 24, 2012

Folsom Cordova Education Foundation and VSP Partner Together

The Folsom Cordova Education Foundation (FCEF) and VSP® Vision Care have partnered together to develop an internship and scholarship program for graduating seniors in the Folsom Cordova Unified School District (FCUSD).

The program will award one student annually with a four-year scholarship covering tuition and textbook costs at the University of California, Davis, or California State University, Sacramento, as well as paid internship with VSP.

Cordova High School senior, Stephanie Grimaldo, was recently selected as the program’s first intern and scholarship recipient.  Stephanie is planning to pursue a career in optometry and will be attending either California State University, Sacramento, or the University of California, Davis, starting in the Fall of 2012.

The program comes as a result of VSP’s engagement with the FCEF’s Corporate Partners Program, which focuses on partnering with local businesses to help increase career-readiness opportunities for FCUSD students.  VSP and FCEF take into account many factors when selecting recipients of the scholarship and internship program, including a student’s financial needs, a strong academic record, community involvement and cultural background.

“The Folsom Cordova Education Foundation is very excited to see the fruits of our work with key corporate partners in the community, like this program with VSP, to deliver value to exceptional FCUSD students like Stephanie and help deliver them opportunities to succeed in today’s and the future workplace,” said Jeffery Galinovsky, President of the Folsom Cordova Education Foundation.

“VSP has long recognized the critical role education plays in maintaining a thriving workforce,” said Steve Scott, Community Outreach Specialist of VSP Vision Care. “We’re thrilled to be able to bring this college scholarship and intern program to our community. We congratulate Stephanie Grimaldo on becoming our first recipient and we look forward to the positive impact and opportunities this unique program will bring to other local students.”

“This program is an excellent example of how the Folsom Cordova Education Foundation’s partnerships with businesses truly benefits students in their career preparation and supports their pursuit of a post-secondary education,” Said Deborah Bettencourt, Superintendent of the Folsom Cordova Unified School District.

For more information about the Folsom Cordova Education Foundation, please visit www.sageapple.org.  For more information about the Corporate Partners Program, please contact David Schetter, FCEF Vice President of Programs, at (949) 230-5134.

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Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Folsom Lake College Youth Chamber Orchestra Announces Inaugural Season

Folsom Lake College Youth Chamber Orchestra announces its inaugural season!

Local youth musicians are encouraged to apply now.

Folsom Lake College and Three Stages announce the exciting first season of the Folsom Lake College Youth Chamber Orchestra, inviting local youth musicians to apply now. The mission of the Orchestra is to inspire music appreciation and excellence among children ages 12-18, and increase community awareness of and participation in the musical experiences of the youth of Folsom Lake College’s service area (Rancho Cordova, Folsom, El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, Shingle Springs, Placerville and surrounding communities).

 The Folsom Lake College Youth Chamber Orchestra is made possible thanks to the generous donation of The Robert S. and Star Pepper Foundation.

The Orchestra – which will comprise 16-21 young musicians, 12-18 years of age – announces auditions for violin, viola, cello and bass on Saturday and Sunday, June 2 and 3, at Three Stages at Folsom Lake College (10 College Parkway in Folsom).

To apply, please fill out the Audition Form at threestages.net (go to “Community” on the homepage and select “Youth Chamber Orchestra”) and return with $50 non-refundable audition fee by May 25. This fee will cover the 2012-2013 Season.

The Orchestra Coordinator/Conductor is Dr. Evgeniy Sporov. Before moving to California, Dr. Sporov played the role of lead violin instructor at numerous music camps and was the designated instructor of the first violin section of the Jackson Symphony Youth Orchestra. Before moving to the U.S., Dr. Sporov was the regional supervisor for the string departments of 127 music schools and 3 music colleges in Russia. Dr. Sporov is also an accomplished pianist who has taught piano for nearly ten years.

Dr. Sporov earned his Doctorate in Violin Performance from Michigan State University. He received his Master’s Degree in Chamber Ensemble Performance and a Bachelor’s Degree in Violin Performance from Glinka State Conservatory in Russia.

For additional information and audition requirements, please go to threestages.net, click on “Community” on the homepage and select “Youth Chamber Orchestra.”

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Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Sacramento Area Museums Offer Fun Camps and Activities for Kids

Just in time for Summer, Sacramento Area Museums offer fun camps and special activities for kids! 

In addition to its fascinating Gold Rush past, the Sacramento area is rich with an amazing array of state-of-the-art museums and historic sites that offer visitors the chance to explore California's fine art, history, science and wildlife treasures all year long. And while all the 29 participating local museums offer a wealth of experiences just waiting to be explored, a few museums offer specially-designed activities and programs perfect for inspiring and engaging children during the more leisurely summer months. 

Outlined below is a sampling of available summer programs and activities coordinated by local museums:

Four-Day Aerospace Summer Camp at the Aerospace Museum of California - June 11-14 & August 6-9  
This four-day camp introduces aviation to students ages 13 to 17 and includes pilots language, aircraft basics, flight controls, forces of flight, weight and gravity, basic flight data, weather considerations, flight planning, traffic patterns, computer tools and aviation history. For more, visit www.aerospaceca.org.

Hands on Archaeology at the Maidu Museum & Historic Site - June 25-29 
Learn what was it like to live on a ranch in the early days of Roseville's history! Kids ages 8-11 can participate in an archaeological dig to uncover artifacts from Roseville's ranching era. They'll learn about archaeological tools, techniques and methods for reconstructing the past. For more, visit www.roseville.ca.us/indianmuseum.

Earthworks Garden FunCamp at Fairytale Town - June 25-29 & July 23-27 
Fairytale Town offers plenty of green-thumb fun in this gardening camp. This FunCamp covers the basic essentials of home gardening with a focus on environmentally "green" practices. Campers will also receive an up-close perspective on Fairytale Town's own unique gardens and plants. For more, visit www.fairytaletown.org/educational-programs/day-camps/.

Crocker Kids Book Club at the Crocker Art Museum - July 10 & August 14  
Keep children excited about reading during summer vacation with the Crocker Kids Book Club. A unique program to engage and entertain boys and girls, the book club pairs museum-themed classics of children's literature with gallery experiences that relate to the characters' adventures. For more, visit www.crockerartmuseum.org.

Robot Renegades at the Discovery Museum Science & Space Center - August 6-10 
Perfect for kids ages 10-13, robots are everywhere! In this fun-filled five day camp, campers will explore different robotics concepts such as engineering with LEGO Mindstroms® and programming with NXT. Campers will build and program robots while learning how robots influence our world. For more, visit www.thediscovery.org.

Family Overnight Safaris at the Sacramento Zoo - June 29; July 7, 13, 21, 27; August 3 & 11 
Sacramento Zoo Family Overnight Safaris make for a great, safe, mini-vacation - without the drive! Guests can experience a unique side of the Zoo with friends and family without the rush of the daytime crowds and meet some of the animals up close and personal. As night falls, guests camp out under the stars just yards away from dozing flamingos. Make this a memorable experience that will last a lifetime for everyone in your family or small group! For more, visit www.saczoo.org.

About the Sacramento Association of Museums (SAM) 
Comprised of 29 greater Sacramento area museums working in partnership with the Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau, SAM's mission is to raise awareness of local museums by giving the community the opportunity to discover California's fine art, history, science and wildlife treasures. SAM achieves its mission through implementing cooperative promotions and developing strategic marketing alliances, by encouraging sharing of knowledge and resources among its partner institutions. 

For a more complete listing of available summer class and children's camp activities, visit sacmuseums.org/summercamps.html.

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Monday, May 21, 2012

Music and Vine Concert Series at David Girard Vineyards Starts Saturday

If you've never come to one of David Girard Vineyard's evening concerts there is no better time than NOW to come check it out!  Their hilltop amphitheater is surrounded by oak trees and vines.  Fully shaded seating makes the area ideal for soaking in sites, sounds and sips.  Bring friends and designate a driver.  For the enjoyment of all, they only host 250 guests at our concerts.  Children allowed with purchased ticket.  No crowds and no fighting for a seat!  Don't wait to get a ticket as they typically sell out each concert.

The Music and Vine Concert Series begins this Saturday, May 26th.  Gates Open at 5:30PM.  Quinn Hedges opens at 6PM and Shana Morrison takes the stage at 7PM.

Tickets are available for $25 for wine club members and $35 for non-club members. You can purchase tickets through their tasting room or by visiting their website at davidgirardvineyards.com. 
  • Dinner will be available for cash purchase at the event, provided by Beth Sogaard Catering. $10
  • Dessert for sale on site provided by Sierra Rizing Bakery
  • Wine will be for sale through the evening   
Visit davidgirardvineyards.com for more information about upcoming concerts, events and guidelines.
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    Sunday, May 20, 2012

    El Dorado Pet Club Adoption Event This Weekend

    Since they have become partners with Animal Outreach of the Mother Lode, the rescue efforts of the El Dorado Pet club are sky-rocketing! They are taking part in the Rachel Ray $100K Challenge to rescue and place animals all over the U.S. this Summer and Fall. 

    It is amazing how many wonderful dogs are just waiting for someone to love them! Many of the dogs ready for adoption come out of "high-kill" shelters in Northern California, some right off of the "PTS" (Put to Sleep) list. Others are turned in by owners who can no longer care for them.

    El Dorado Pet Club is holding an Adoption Event today and Sunday (May 19 and 20) at the Petsmart in Folsom. Come on by and visit them. They will have a number of dogs in the store for you to meet and greet, and lots of information on the others.   

    For more information visit eldoradopetclub.com.

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