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Now Registration is open for the Bist Sandigo Golf Tournament at the Cameron Park Country Club June 10. For more information and to register call (916) 798-4746 or visit purelyhope.org.

The Gallery at 48 Natoma presents Things with Wings, artwork with birds, bugs and butter ies, through June 20. In the adjacent Community Art Gallery, art from the El Dorado Hills Arts Association is on display through June 6. For more information call (916) 4616601 or visit folsom.ca.us.

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El Dorado Hills Fire

Noel Stack Editor

The El Dorado Hills Fire Department and Rotary Club of El Dorado Hills teamed up May 15 to celebrate Fire ghter of the Year Brian Leduc.

“He truly exempli es our core values — integrity, service and excellence,” said EDH Fire Chief Maurice Johnson.

Leduc is a co-commander of the EDH Fire Honor Guard as well as a Pipes and Drums member. The re chief commended Leduc for his passion and called him a great teacher and mentor to others in the re service.

“He has always got that ‘cando’ attitude,” Johnson added. Engineer/paramedic Leduc thanked his family, Rotary and his re team. “I couldn’t do it without my crew.”

This is the second time Leduc has received the EDH Rotary Fire ghter of the Year award. He was previously honored in 2017.

Village Life photo by Noel Stack

Fire ghter of the Year Brian Leduc, holding plaque, is surrounded by his family and his re family after receiving the award.

Girl Scout earns gold ... then diploma

Special to Village Life

Oak Ridge High School 2024 graduate Catherine Samrick has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award a Girl Scout may earn.

For the project, which includes 80 logged hours and culminates in something permanent that adds to the betterment of a community, Catherine helped educate others about nutrition. She started the Nutrition Club at Oak Ridge in 2022.

“Every week we talk about di erent aspects of nutrition and have conversations about how to implement what we learn into better habits to take into college and adult life,” Catherine explained. “Topics have centered around seasonal produce, simple recipes, how to properly grocery shop and save money, and how to read nutrition labels. We’ve also discussed more speci c topics like sugar, sodium and ca eine. The topics are endless.”

The 18-year-old also created a website, Catherine’s Healthy Living. “I use the website as a platform to share with people beyond El Dorado Hills a lot of what we discuss in our club,” she explained.

Catherine was rst inspired to choose nutrition for her Gold Award project because of an AP Environmental Science class. “My teacher was talking about food deserts and inequality when it comes to access to healthy food and I was really interested in the education around that,” Catherine shared. “It’s a complex issue.”

Catherine has been a member of Girl Scout Troop 919 for 12 years, since kindergarten at Lake Forest Elementary. One of her favorite memories is of a sleep-away summer camp she rst started attending in fourth grade. “It emphasizes independence, the outdoors, music and leadership, all of what makes Girl Scouts great,” Catherine said. “It’s one of my favorite memories ever.”

This fall Catherine will attend Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and plans to major in philosophy.

All current Girl Scout Gold Award recipients in the region will receive their awards during a ceremony at California State University, Sacramento, on June 22.

Photo by Julie Samrick

Oak Ridge High School 2024 graduate Catherine Samrick earned the Girl Scout Gold Award during her senior year.

Peripheral neuropathy is a result of damage to the nerves often causing weakness, pain, numbness, tingling, and may also lead to serious balance problems. This damage is commonly caused by a lack of blood ow to the nerves in the hands and feet. If not properly treated this lack of blood ow may cause the nerves to degenerate. As you can see in Figure 1, as the

MARBLE VALLEY & LIME ROCK

Projects inching forward

Eric Jaramishian Staff writer

Two large residential projects between El Dorado Hills and Shingle Springs brie y returned to the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors’ agenda last month.

Board members approved the latest contract amendments with ICF Jones Stokes Inc., the consultant tasked with preparing environmental documents and o ering planning consultation services for the proposed Lime Rock Valley and Village of Marble Valley speci c plans.

Supervisors unanimously voted to increase the contract amount by $64,445 related to the Lime Rock Valley project, bringing the total contract amount to $775,317, and also voted in favor of increasing the contract related to Marble Valley by $51,171, for a total of $838,713.

village center proposes 475,000-square feet of commercial space for retail and professional services. The lake will be used for water sporting including paddle boating and shing, while another 10 acres near the lake would feature sports elds and an amphitheater.

Also included in the plans are 87 acres of public facility and recreational use, 1,281 acres of open space and 41 acres of agricultural use, including a vineyard. Preservation and restoration of an old lime kiln dating back to the 1800s and other mining relics is included in the plan, as is the development of Cowell Historic Park for public tours and student eld trips. Two schools are also planned.

Approximately 466 acres of the land is designated for hiking, mountain biking and equestrian riding in addition to miles of walking and bicycle trails, which will connect users to other public areas.

The amount of treatment needed to allow the nerves to fully recover varies from person to person and can only be determined after a detailed neurological and vascular evaluation. “My feet hurt so bad after sitting I could barely take the rst few steps. I have had 11 treatments and no longer feel sharp or shooting pains and most of the tingling is gone. I now have full balance and can walk without pain. As Dr. Mooney explained the treatment is not painful, nothing uncomfortable, and is actually very relaxing.” – Neuropathy Pain Patient In

Funding for the work comes from the project applicants — Parker Development Company (Marble Valley) and G-3 Enterprises Inc. (Lime Rock). These residential projects have been in the works for more than a decade.

Lastly, a multi-use and agri-tourism information facility will promote the county’s wine and ag industries.

the proper nutrients to heal and repair. It’s like adding water to a tree and seeing the roots grow deeper and deeper.

The Marble Valley Speci c Plan is slated to provide approximately 3,236 dwelling units on 2,342-acres of land south of Highway 50 between El Dorado Hills and Cameron Park. Many housing units would be clustered around a 60-acre, mixed-use village center near the 10-acre lake at what would become Marble Valley Park. The

Fire service

Such an extension will come with a cost that still leaves the future of Station 88 up in the air. The board has mulled its closure for nearly a year.

“Unfortunately, Cameron Park’s scal stability is uncertain, as costs and service demand for re, parks and recreation, garbage services, CC&Rs, ARC, LLAD management and maintenance outpace revenue growth,” the report notes.

“Using scal year 2023-24 budgeted information, assuming a 5% increase in property tax revenue in FY 2024-25, assuming the current allocation amount of 62.4% of property taxes for re protection and assuming all other revenues and expenditures remain consistent, Cameron Park can potentially contribute approximately $3.7 million to re expenditures in FY 2024-25 without further impacting other services,” the analysis continues.

However, contract extension costs in 2024-25 are listed at $3.77 million and grow to $4.14 million by scal year 2027-28 with both Cameron Park re stations open. If the board decided to close Station 88, the contract amount would be approximately $800,000 less each year.

It’s also noted in the report that Station 88 “is not large enough to support industry standard sta ng levels” of a three-person crew and will have to be modi ed.

The CPCSD website states the board of directors will hold a public workshop on June 12, in the late a ernoon or early evening to discuss the report and receive input from the community.

Robert J Mathews Parkway and Carson Crossing Drive. Site plans note the buildings could have more than two dozen loading docks. The project was granted a ministerial permit as county Planning Services o cials determined the developer’s proposal fell within the property’s current zoning and uses allowed by that zoning.

Project applicant PacTrust advertises the site as industrial/warehouse with build-to-suit opportunities on the property about 1 mile south of Highway 50’s El Dorado Hills/Latrobe Road interchange.

A permit without public hearings didn’t sit right with residents and local leaders as they maintain phase one will negatively impact tra c ow, especially on Latrobe Road.

The Lime Rock Speci c Plan is on property just north of Marble Valley in the Shingle Springs area. The proposal features 800 dwelling units, 15 acres of public facility and recreation use and 335 acres of open space on approximately 740 acres.

Both projects require extensive General Plan amendments. Additional project details can be found at engageeldorado.us.engagementhq.com and parkerdevco.com/proposed-plans.

Visit cameronpark.org or call (530) 677-2231 for the con rmed time and location. The complete report is available online at cameronpark.org/ reanalysis-report.

The comparative analysis focuses on the district’s re protection services, taking a detailed look at continuing those services through a contract with Cal Fire and examining annexation scenarios with the El Dorado County Fire Protection District or the El Dorado Hills Fire Department.

“While the El Dorado County Fire Protection District is a more a ordable option, when considering long-term sustainability, location of existing re stations and the ability to recruit and retain sta primarily due to higher compensation, El Dorado Hills appears to be the best long-term solution,” the report states.

El Dorado Hills Fire Chief Maurice Johnson told Village Life he, sta and the EDH Fire Board have not yet had a chance to discuss the analysis.

“We will review it and provide a more comprehensive statement a erward,” he shared.

“In the meantime, the El Dorado Hills Fire Department remains committed to serving the (residents) of El Dorado Hills and maintaining our role as a reliable partner within the exceptional re service system here in El Dorado County,” the EDH re chief continued. “We stand ready to discuss how we can collaborate with Cameron Park to build an even stronger re service team to protect our communities and beyond.”

Residents representing Four Seasons, Heritage, Blackstone and other areas asked a PacTrust representative if he would consider a di erent project at the site that could have less impact. “And at that time the developer said ‘no ... I’m not interested in that,’” Raslear said, adding that a new road connecting the project to Latrobe Road is possible but widening Latrobe is not on the table. However, additional discussions with the project proponent on workforce housing options on portions of the property are ongoing, county o cials later con rmed.

“The traffic situation has gotten really bad and there’s not a whole lot the county can do.”

“This project is such a serious concern, the residents in this area … they actually asked the builder if they would meet with us,” noted Four Seasons resident John Raslear, who serves as a representative on the El Dorado Hills Community Council.

— District 1 Supervisor John Hidahl

EDH resident Sam Martin said a project like Gateway would make Latrobe Road’s already bad tra c problems much worse. “It’s a speed zone; it’s a death zone,” Martin said. “It is not safe, and for a developer to suggest not widening the road or doing any improvements there at their cost ... I think is reprehensible.”

“We met in his trailer that was jampacked,” he shared at the May 6 council meeting. “The focus of the meeting was on the perceived increase of truck tra c that would be generated.”

At issue, Raslear said it was revealed at the meeting that county sta granted the permit using tra c models from 2018.

Phase 2 proposes four buildings ranging from roughly 59,000 square feet to nearly 71,500 square feet with up to 64 more loading docks to be constructed behind Phase 1. The second phase’s application is currently under review, according to information on Planning Services’ website.

The total project area covers about 64 acres with approximately 20 acres slated for development at this time.

He advised residents and community groups to put pressure on county leaders and the developer to take another look at the project “because this sounds like (Frontier) in the eventual outcome.”

Supervisor John Hidahl noted he and Supervisor George Turnboo are inquiring about updating tra c studies and numbers in that area. As far as tra c enforcement, he said, “What we’re trying to address is No. 1 speed enforcement. The tra c situation has gotten really bad and there’s not a whole lot the county can do,” noting the county sheri ’s department isn’t responsible for tra c enforcement; that falls under the purview of the California Highway Patrol.

“We have worked with CHP ... and there’s limited resources,” Hidahl said. “We’re at the mercy of whatever the state can provide.”

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Since Boy Scouts of America’s inception in 1911, only 4% of Scouts have earned Eagle rank, the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Scouts BSA program. However, Rescue Troop 700 continues to not

only outpace this percentage, but literally leave it in the dust. With the recent addition of ve Eagle Scouts, the troop total in its 30 years of existence has now reached 112. No small feat the requirements include earning seven rank advancements and at least 21 merit badges including 14 speci c badges intended

to create a well-rounded Scout who demonstrates the Scout Spirit, an ideal attitude based upon the Scout Oath and Law, service and leadership. Earning Eagle rank also includes the completion of an extensive service project that the Scout plans, organizes, leads and manages.

Those recently earning this notable achievement are:

Lucas Johnson is the son of Angela Johnson and Arturo Peredo of Rescue. He earned his Eagle on Aug. 23, 2023. Lucas will be a senior at Ponderosa High School, where he participates in football, wrestling, soccer and FFA. He is also an ambassador with the El Dorado County 4-H program.

Scouts’ attainment of their Eagle rank were wide ranging. Three supported their schools and their extracurriculars. El Dorado High School’s Marching Band program received two cabinets for its uniforms from Eli. Ponderosa High School received three cabinets for the drums that support its bands’ battery section from Alec. Parker built new benches to support the Ponderosa Water Polo Team.

Lucas blended his a nity for agricultural education and sustainable living and built a greenhouse for his elementary alma mater, Rescue Elementary School. Oliver chose to give back to the troop’s charter organization, the Rescue Volunteer Fire Association, with the installation of a paver patio at the Rescue Fire Station.

Parker Berry is the son of Jennifer and Michael Berry (Eagle Scout) of Rescue. Parker recently completed his sophomore year at Ponderosa High School where he participates in water polo, alpine race ski team, FFA, Hands4Hope and California Scholarship Federation. Outside of school Parker is employed at El Dorado Nursery and plays for the Sacramento Water Polo Club Team. He earned his Eagle on Oct. 25, 2023.

Oliver Haugrud is the son of Keith and Mary Haugrud of Shingle Springs. Oliver earned his Eagle on Dec. 20, 2023. He is a 2023 graduate of Ponderosa High School and just completed his freshman year at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colo., where he is studying geology.

Eli Stein is the son of Je and Judy Stein of Placerville. He is a 2024 graduate of El Dorado High School and will attend the University of California, San Diego, pursuing a degree in archeology this fall. Eli earned his Eagle on Feb. 28, 2024.

Alec Jolly is the son of Andy and Avis Jolly of Rescue. Alec earned his Eagle on April 17, 2024. He is a rising senior at Ponderosa High School where he participates in the band programs, alpine race team, California Scholarship Federation and Key Club. Outside of Ponderosa, Alec is employed at In-NOut Burger and is a member of the Kirkwood Ski Team and the drummer for the band Lads & Crawdads.

While the contributors to these projects are too numerous to name here the Scouts extend their sincerest gratitude to those who assisted them along their road to Eagle. This group of Eagle Scouts have 50-plus years of scouting experience between them. Philmont, a 100-mile backpacking trip in the backcountry of New Mexico for 10 days, is a favorite amongst several of them. Lucas, Oliver and Alec all completed it twice and Parker once. That experience was made all the better as all completed the trek with at least one family member and strengthened their bonds with fellow Scouts and their loved ones. Eli’s favorite memory is a little closer to home with camping at Big Trees and spelunking.

Troop 700 started in 1993 with seven Scouts and continues to welcome boys ages 11-17.

Service projects completed during the

“Boy Scouts is a lot more than tying knots and starting a re. Boy Scouts exposed me to diverse elds, from nance to communication to rst aid. It has helped me develop leadership and social skills that I will need in my future,” Alec wrote in his Eagle Scout Statement of Ambitions and Life Purpose. For more information about Troop 700 visit troopwebhost.org/ Troop700Rescue/Index.htm and contact Scoutmaster Steve Hoyt at (916) 799-6274 or smhoyt@sbcglobal.net.

Sting operation target pleads guilty

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A Concord man arrested by detectives in an El Dorado Hills sting operation

June 2, 2023, pleaded guilty to multiple sex o enses in El Dorado County Superior Court last month.

Joshua Cain Mascitelli, 41, had unknowingly communicated online with El Dorado County Sheri ’s O ce High Tech Crimes detectives, believing them to be a 13-year-old girl, according to an EDSO press release. Mascitelli arranged to meet the young girl in a public location in El Dorado Hills with the intention of having sex, o cials state.

“The suspect brought condoms with

him and had already booked a hotel room for them to stay in,” states the 2023 EDSO press release.

During a preliminary hearing before Judge Vicki Ashworth May 24, Mascitelli pleaded guilty to charges, including felonies for meeting a minor for lewd purposes and attempting to commit a lewd act upon a child younger than 14. Because the hotel booked by Mascitelli was located outside the county, he was also guilty of attempted kidnapping for child molestation.

Mascitelli returns to court June 14 for sentencing; he faces up to six years in prison and lifetime registration as a sex o ender. A er release, Mascitelli will be on parole for four to 10 years.

A dentistry that aims to be a home away from home

Jessica Cyphers Staff writer

For patients of Dale Stanec, Jr., DDS, going to the dentist feels a little like going home.

“We know all of our patients.

ey’re our friends,” said Dr. Stanec, who works alongside his wife and o ce manager, Elena, in his Cameron Park o ce. “ e experience in our o ce is very personal. We’re very small and greet each patient by name when they walk in. It’s a comfortable, homey place to have dental work done, and we like it that way.”

Dr. Stanec has been in dentistry in the Cameron Park area since 2002. As a kid, he was “always into science and math” and loved the idea of owning his own business.

“I ran a lawn-mowing business as a kid — always had some kind of business going — so becoming a dentist and owning my own practice just made sense,” said Dr. Stanec. Dr. Stanec did his undergraduate work at Cal Poly,

San Luis Obispo and then attended dental school at Northwestern University in Chicago. He graduated from Northwestern in 2001 and says that, although he was born and raised in San Jose, it was a natural draw to open his practice in the foothills. “Elena and I love this area. We had a lot of family and friends here and thought it would be a great place to raise our kids.”

In his o ce, Dr. Stanec o ers a full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry with expertise ranging from porcelain veneers and dental implants to crowns and bridges and more. Unlike many other dentists, Dr. Stanec doesn’t employ dental hygienists or other technicians but does all of his dental work himself.

“I spend a lot of one-on-one time with my patients. It’s fun for me to do the work myself because I get to spend more time with my patients and hang out with them and really get to know them. It makes it fun to do what I do,” said Dr. Stanec.

Another advantage of keeping his practice small is that, because he sees every patient one at a time, Dr. Stanec can be very thorough and immediately answer any questions that come up. He is also able to really respect his patients’ time. “I am almost always early or on time,” said Dr. Stanec. “My patients know that, so they’re usually early or on time for their appointments, too. It’s a win win for everyone.”

Dr. Stanec is located at 3955 Cameron Park Drive — in Cameron Park. His o ce is right near the Goldorado Shopping Center, directly across from the new Walgreens on Palmer Drive, and is very conveniently located for all of his patients. e move is just one more way Dr. Stanec shows his commitment to providing the best possible care for his patients.

“I look forward to going to work and getting to see who’s on the schedule every day,” said Dr. Stanec.

Elena, Luis, Dale and Dr Stanec.

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From left to right, Eagels Scouts Eli Stein, Parker Berry, Oliver Haugrud, Lucas Johnson and Alec Jolly continue Troop 700’s tradition.

Avis Jolly Special to Village Life

Don’t let your investments take a vacation

S ummertime is almost here — and for many people that means it’s time to hit the road. But even if you decide to take a vacation, you’ll want other areas of your life to keep working, especially your investments.

So, how can you prevent your investments, and your overall nancial strategy, from going on “vacation”? Here are a few suggestions:

• Check your progress. You want your investments to be working hard for you, so you’ll need to check on their performance periodically — but be careful about how you evaluate results. Don’t compare your portfolio’s results against those of a market index, such as the S&P 500, which tracks the stock performance of 500 large U.S. companies listed on American stock exchanges. This comparison may not

Murders of 1940” through June 23. For tickets and more information call (916) 353-1001 or visit sutterstreettheatre.com.

The Stage at Burke Junction in Cameron Park presents “The Goat or Who is Sylvia?” through June 30. For tickets and more information visit stageatburke.com.

The El Dorado Hills Town Center Farmers Market takes place year round, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday, weather permitting. Wander behind Nibblers and Trek Bicycle to discover a cornucopia of delights, where local area farms showcase an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables. Explore stalls brimming with homemade treasures including jams and cheeses, as well many handmade creations.

Cars and Co ee invites car people to meet up and hang out Saturdays, 7-9:30 a.m., rain or shine, in the right-side parking lot of the Regal movie theater in El Dorado Hills Town Center. Everyone and every type of vehicle is welcome. The motto is “If it rolls, it goes.”

June 5

Girl Scout Gold Award hopeful Naomi Lojo hosts a Musical Petting Zoo, 10-11:30 a.m. at the Oak Ridge High School band room in El Dorado Hills. Children in third through sixth grade are invited to learn about and play music instruments. The event is free. Sign up at forms.gle/n3WcSpzgwqXF7rXGA.

June 6

Philanthropy on Tap — a unique event that provides a “ ight” of 35-40 nonpro t organizations serving El Dorado County — takes place 5-7 p.m. Jack Russell Farm Brewery, 2380 Larsen Drive in Camino. Each organization will have 60-90 seconds to provide their elevator speech describing their mission, programs and greatest needs. The event is open to the community for free.

Enjoy an enchanting evening at the Once Upon A Dream fundraiser, 5:30-9:30 p.m. at Nectar Salon in El Dorado Hills. This event aims to raise funds in partnership with the Sweet Dreams Foundation, a faith-based nonpro t organization dedicated to providing peace to families with medically fragile children. For more information contact Wendy Hunt at (916) 888-3355.

June 7

The Rescue Community Center hosts Friday Night Out featuring live music, a barbecue dinner and more, 5-9 p.m. For tickets and more information visit rescuecommunitycenter.com.

June 8

The Shingle Springs-Cameron Park Chamber of Commerce presents Thunder in the Park Car Show, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cameron Park Lake. Guests will enjoy classic cars, ra es, food trucks, DJ music, vendors and more.

Attend an enchanted evening at Blue Shield of El Dorado Hills bene ting The Center and enjoy delicious food, local wines and beers, exciting live and silent auctions and more. Purchase tickets online at thecenternow.org.

Folsom Lake Symphony presents “Carmen Burana,” June 8 & 9 at Harris Center for the Arts, 10 College Parkway in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit harriscenter.net or call (916) 608-6888.

June 11

Broadway At Music Circus presents “42nd Street,” June 11-16 at the UC David Health pavilion in Sacramento. For tickets and more information call (916) 557-1999 or visit broadwaysacramento.com.

be particularly valid because your own portfolio ideally should include a range of investments, including U.S. and foreign stocks, corporate and government bonds, certi cates of deposit (CDs) and other securities. So, instead of checking your progress against a market index, use benchmarks meaningful to your individual situation, such as whether your portfolio is showing enough growth potential based on a compounding rate of return to keep you moving toward a comfortable retirement and other long-term goals.

• Invest with a purpose. When you work intensely at something, it’s usually because you have a de nite result in mind. And this sense of purpose applies to investing, too. If you buy a stock here, and another one there, based on “hot” tips you might have seen on television or the internet, you may end up with a jumbled sort of portfolio that doesn’t really re ect your needs. Instead, try to follow a long-term investment strategy based on your nancial goals, risk tolerance, asset accumulation needs, liquidity and time horizon, always with an eye toward where you want to go in life — how long you plan to work, what sort of retirement lifestyle you envision and so on.

• Be strategic with your investments. Over the years, you will likely have a variety of competing nancial goals — and you’ll want your investment portfolio working to help achieve all of them. That

June 12

The Sons in Retirement – Gold Country branch meets the second Wednesday of the month at the Cameron Park Country Club. Check out the club and be a guest for a complimentary lunch. Contact Branch 95’s membership chairman at SIRBranch95@gmail.com for more details.

The El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce hosts a business blender at YogaSix, 1006 White Rock Road, Suite 110, El Dorado Hills. The business celebrates its grand opening 5:30-7:30 p.m. For more information visit eldoradohillschamber.org.

June 13

The El Dorado County Fair runs June 13-16 on the fairgrounds in Placerville. Enjoy carnival rides and games, great food, live music, animal and much more. For a complete list of events visit eldoradocountyfair.org.

El Dorado Hills Town Center will be rockin’ with a free concert, 7-9 p.m., featuring MANIA! – The Live Beatles Experience. Visit EDHTownCenter.com for all the details.

June 14

Enjoy a Hawaiian Luau & Father’s Day Celebration for seniors at the Gilmore Senior Center in El Dorado Hills, 1-2 p.m. The event is free and preregistration is required. For more information call (916) 933-6624.

Face in a Book in El Dorado Hills hosts “Summer Fridays” author Suzanne Rindell, 5:30-7 p.m. This novel is a “You’ve Got Mail” story for a new generation. For more information call (916) 941-9401. The El Dorado Hills Community Services District has announced its free concert at Community Park, 7-9:30 p.m. featuring Department of Rock. For more information visit eldoradohillscsd.org.

June 15

Learn Bridge in a Day? will be held at Foothill Duplicate Bridge Center in Shingle Springs, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., including lunch. Call Jane at (916) 996-2470 for more information and to register.

means, though, that you’ll likely need to match certain investments with speci c goals. For example, when you contribute to an IRA and a 401(k) or similar plan, you’re putting away money for retirement. But if you want to help your children go to college or receive some other type of post-secondary education or training, you might want to save in a 529 education savings plan, which allows tax-free withdrawals for quali ed education expenses. Or, if you want to save for a short-term goal, such as a wedding or a long vacation, you might choose an investment that o ers signi cant protection of principal, so the money will be available when you need it. Ultimately, this type of goals-based investing can help ensure your portfolio is always working on your behalf, in the way you intended.

When you take a vacation, you will hopefully be more relaxed and refreshed. But if you let your investments stop working as hard as they should, the results could be stressful. So, be diligent about your investment strategy, monitor it regularly and make those moves appropriate for your situation. By doing so, you can’t necessarily guarantee a long day at the beach but you’ll have a good chance of enjoying a sunny outlook.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by local Edward Jones Financial Advisor Suzy O’Neal, (530) 6765402. Edward Jones, member SIPC.

El Dorado Musical Theatre presents High Voltage – The Best of Broadway at 7 p.m. at Harris Center for the Arts, 10 College Parkway in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit harriscenter.net or call (916) 608-6888.

Sutter Street Theatre presents “Rock of Ages: High School Edition,” June 15 through July 14. For tickets and more information call (916) 353-1001 or visit sutterstreettheatre.com.

June 18

Vitalant will host an El Dorado Hills community blood drive, noon to 3:45 p.m. The Bloodmobile will be located in the parking lot near the baseball elds at the El Dorado Hills Community Services District, 1021 Harvard Way. Make an appointment at donors.vitalant.org and use blood drive code SMFM019 or call (877) 258-4825 and mention the same code. Walk-ins will be accommodated if space allows.

June 19

The Snowline Living Well with Dementia Caregiver Support Group meets the third Wednesday of every month at Snowline’s administrative o ces or other community locations. This group supports caregivers and family members who are caring for or have a loved one with dementia. Alongside the support group, an Activity Enrichment Group for persons with dementia is o ered at the same time and location. For more information call (530) 621-7820.

June 21

The Sierra Renaissance Society presents Save the Graves, a presentation by Mike Roberts, 1-2:30 p.m. at the Mother Lode Lions Hall, 4701 Missouri Flat Road. Admission free for members; public invited to attend two meetings for free. The Sierra Renaissance Society of El Dorado County is dedicated to lifelong learning and hosts presentations and workshops. For more information visit srsedc.org.

“Men Are From Mars Women Are From Venus” comes to Harris Center for the Arts, 10 College Parkway in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit harriscenter.net or call (916) 608-6888.

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Summer heat, the midway, rides, cotton candy, funnel cakes, sweet treats, 4-H animal and farm engineering events, talented performers, youth art and adult cra s, vendors … these are a part of our shared heritage. It’s pure Americana.

Susan Laird The Arts

There are three fairs I want to highlight so you can get them onto your calendar: the El Dorado County Fair, the Amador County Fair and the Stanislaus County Fair. The rst two aforementioned fairs are

brief. Just four days each.

El Dorado County

The El Dorado County fair opens Thursday, June 13, and runs through Sunday, June 16. Features of this year’s fair are circus imagination and clown contests, sheep-to-shawl demonstrations, Master Gardeners, Wild about Monkeys – an educational show, quilt showcase and more. Check the special section in this newspaper for more details, as the sta there do an excellent job covering this fair. Learn more about admission fees, parking, etc., at eldoradocountyfair.org.

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County fairs are a summer tradition lled with pure Americana. There is fun and discovery for every age group.

Harris Center brings hits of Broadway to the region

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FOLSOM — Harris Center for the Arts has announced its 2024-25 Broadway Series. Six spectacular shows — four mega-hit Tony Award winners, the hysterical sequel to a smash-hit and one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time — make up what is sure to be the most amazing season. More detailed information about the Broadway Series and each production can be found at HarrisCenter.net/ Broadway. Season subscriber renewals are available through June 17. New subscribers can get their tickets beginning June 25; HCA members individual tickets go on sale July 16-22 and the general public sale starts July 23. For more information call (916) 608-6888.

Broadway Series

“Come From Away,” Oct. 22-27: On Sept. 11, 2001, the world stopped. On Sept. 12, the stories moved us all. A Best Musical winner across North America, including the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical, four Olivier Awards (London) including Best New Musical, ve Outer Critics Circle Awards (NYC) including Outstanding New Broadway Musical and three Drama Desk Awards (NYC) including Outstanding Musical, “Come From Away” tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night and gratitude grew into enduring friendships.

“Hadestown,” Dec. 12-15: Welcome to “Hadestown,” where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singersongwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (“Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812”) is a love story for today ... and always.

Intertwining two mythic tales — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — “Hadestown” is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go.

“Dear Evan Hansen,” Jan. 28-Feb. 2, 2025: Declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by The Washington Post and “an anthem resonating on Broadway and beyond” by NBC Nightly News, Dear Evan Hansen is a Tony- and GrammyAward winning Best Musical sensation and the

rst contemporary musical about connection in the digital age. Packed with some of the most popular musical theater songs from the last decade, including “You Will Be Found,” “Waving Through A Window” and “For Forever,” “Dear Evan Hansen” features an upli ing score by the Tony, Grammy, and Oscar winning team behind “The Greatest Showman,” Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, and a book by Tony Award winner Steven Levenson. Disclaimer: “Dear Evan Hansen” is recommended for ages 12 and older, and contains adult themes, including discussions of suicide.

“Annie,” Feb. 14-16, 2025: “Annie,” the iconic Tony Awardwinning musical, is a celebration of family, optimism and the American spirit and remains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way. Holding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determination and sometimes an awful lot of determination comes

be destroyed by an unconscionable choice of lover in The Stage at Burke Junction’s production of “The Goat or,

is Sylvia?” Join the cast and crew at The Stage and witness “The Goat” by Edward Albee, considered one of America’s foremost playwrights of his generation. This remarkable play for those who fearlessly love is now playing. Directed by Anthony D’Juan, the play begins in the home of an a uent loving family — Martin, the family patriarch is played by Kurt Johnson of B Street Theatre fame. Martin is a devoted, husband, father and best friend, and an internationally recognized architect. Lori Russo, plays Stevie, his devoted, witty wife. Peter Demarzio plays Billy, their sensitive and aware son. And, thanks to a special guest

arrangement, Gabriel Montoya returns to Sacramento area audiences for the rst time in 17 years, to play Martin’s best friend Ross. “One of the most amazing theater experiences you will see this year, with an all-star cast,” said show producer Bill Glasser. “Kurt Johnson picking this play for his return to perfor-

mance a er ve years of absence is truly an honor.” The show, suitable for mature audiences, runs through June 30 with performances on Fridays (no show June 21), Saturdays and Sundays at The Stage at Burke Junction, 3300 Coach Lane in Cameron Park. Purchase tickets online at stageatburke.com/goat.

Ross (Gabriel Montoya) and Martin (Kurt Johnson) share some awkward laughs in a scene. Martin’s predicament later creates tense moments between the friends.

Village Life photos by Eric Jaramishian

Martin (Kurt Johnson) and Stevie (Lori Russo) have a seemingly happy marriage in Edward Albee’s Tony Award-winning play “The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia?” But not everything is as it seems.

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Hot ashes or not, the ladies of “Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’ are having a good time. See the hilarious show next year at Harris Center for the Arts.

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The popular movie turned musical “Pretty Women: The Musical” will have audiences falling in love with the characters once again.

Summer concerts turn up the heat around EDH

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up, so does the area’s music scene.

Summer concert season has arrived and local venues have acts that ensure music lovers feel the beat.

On the boulevard

El Dorado Hills Town Center will be rockin’ with a free 12-week series, 7-9 p.m. nearly every Thursday June 13 through Sept. 5 in the Steven Young Amphitheater. Get ready for an electrifying summer line up.

June 13: MANIA! – The Live Beatles Experience

June 20: Twist on Taylor – Taylor Swi tribute

June 27: Boys of Summer – Eagles experience

July 11: Never a Dull Moment – tribute to Rod Stewart

July 18: ’60s Summer of Love

July 25: Rock Monsterz – ’80s rock tribute

Aug. 1: Maroon Vibes

– the nation’s premier tribute to Maroon 5

Aug. 8: The 3 Queens of Motown tribute

Aug. 15: Bad Jovi –tribute to Bad Company & Bon Jovi

Aug. 22: Peace Frog –The Doors tribute band

Aug. 29: Folsom Lake Symphony

Sept. 5: Summer Night City – The ABBA tribute band Concert set-up starts at 5:30 p.m. Visit EDHTownCenter.com for all the details.

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Joining the fun, the El Dorado Hills Community Services District has announced its free concert events at Community Park, 7-9:30 p.m.

June 14: Department of Rock

July 19: Joy and Madness

Aug. 23: Garratt Wilkin & The Parrotheads – a celebration of Jimmy Bu et.

The EDHCSD summer series concludes with the EDH Summerfest at Community Park, 4-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14. Apple Z will perform and guests will get to enjoy family activities, vendor booths, games and much more. Visit eldoradohillscsd.org for details on this and other events.

Piazza performances

That’s not all. Palladio in Folsom hosts free Live Music in the Piazza, 7:30-9:30 p.m. on most Fridays, June 7 through Aug. 2. June 7: Revoltion Beat – Beatles tribute

June 14: Peter Morgan

June 21: Granite City 909

Courtesy photo MANIA! – The Live Beatles Experience kickstarts this summer’s Live on the Boulevard concert series at El Dorado Hills Town Center. Performances begin June 13.

June 28: Eazy Dub

July 12: Hey Monkey

July 19: Keep on Truckin’

July 26: Have Mercy

Aug. 2: Brisco County For more information about the scheduled performances visit gopalladio.com/events.

The bodies are piling up on Sutter Street’s stage

FOLSOM — “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940” has brought its who-done-it to Sutter Street Theatre. The creative team responsible for a recent Broadway op (in which three chorus girls were murdered by the mysterious “Stage Door Slasher”) assemble for a backer’s audition of their new show at the Westchester estate of a wealthy “angel.” The house is replete with sliding panels, secret passageways and a German maid who is apparently four di erent people — all of which gure diabolically in the comic mayhem which follows when the infamous “Slasher” makes his reappearance and strikes again … and again.

in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner, and now the best-loved musical of all time is set to return in a new production — just as you remember it and just when we need it most.

“Menopause The Musical 2,” Feb. 20-23, 2025: The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit “Menopause The Musical” is nally here. Five years a er their chance encounter in a department store, we set sail with our beloved ladies for more high jinks on the high seas. “Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’” is a hilarious and heartfelt look at the joys of menopause and friendship — plus hot ashes, mood swings and memory lapses. Enjoy a trip of self-discovery, backed by a new soundtrack of toe-tapping parodied hits from the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s. For these four ladies, menopause was not the end,

As the composer, lyricist, actors and director prepare their performance, and a blizzard cuts o any possible retreat, bodies start to drop in plain sight, knives spring out of nowhere, masked gures drag their victims behind swiveling bookcases and accusing ngers point in all directions.

Come and guess who-done-it.

“The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940,” written by John Bishop, is directed by Connie Mockenhaupt. The show is rated PG. Performances are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 4:30 p.m. Sunday through June 23 plus a 2 p.m. performance June 8 with special senior rates. Unravel the mystery at Sutter Street Theatre, 717 Sutter St. in Folsom. For reservations visit SutterStreetTheatre. com or call (916) 353-1001.

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but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love conquers all and friendships never fail.

“Pretty Women: The Musical,” March 7-9, 2025: Based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, the show springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell (“Hairspray,” “Kinky Boots,” “Legally Blonde”).

“Pretty Woman: The Musical” features an original score by Grammy winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance (“Summer of ’69,” “Heaven”) and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall and screenwriter J. F. Lawton. “Pretty Woman: The Musical” will li your spirits and light up your heart. “If you love the movie, you’ll love the musical!” (BuzzFeed News). Are you ready to fall in love all over again?

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Actors Sam Kay, Misty Bradshaw, Laura Luke and Chris Amick, left to right, try their best to stay alive in “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940.”

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Oak Ridge graduate Jordan Lindemann, above, shows his excitement by raising his diploma high on graduation night. Below, grads wave to family and friends in the stadium at the May 24 commencement.

Village Life photo by Eric Jaramishian Brianna Sublett, left,

Visiting the Sherwood Demonstration Garden

All 16 themed gardens within the Sherwood Demonstration Garden in Placerville are awake and bursting with blooms, and pollinators are happily buzzing about doing their business.

Sixteen themed gardens? Yes, everything from our low-maintenance/low-water All Star Garden to the Native Garden, Rose Garden, Japanese Garden, Children’s Garden, Cottage Garden and much, much more. From plants to hardscape, this is the place to come for your own garden inspiration. All plants grown do well in El Dorado County.

UCCE Master Gardeners built, and now maintain, these gardens, located on the El Dorado Center campus, 6699 Campus Drive in Placerville. The garden is open 9 a.m. to noon Fridays and Saturdays. Master Gardener docents are on duty and available to answer your questions. Free tours are given promptly at 9 a,m, on the rst Saturday of each month. Group tours can also be arranged.

The Sherwood Demonstration Garden was the brainchild of Master Gardener Bob Sherwood. He worked tirelessly for many years to nd a location. His determination nally paid o when Folsom Lake College District entered into an agreement for a 1.6-acre space located behind the El Dorado Center.

Today, University of California Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners of El Dorado County are committed to educating the general public on sustainable horticulture and pest management practices based on traditional, current and evolving research. It is our goal that the Sherwood Demonstration Garden will provide the public with a hands-on, interactive experience about researchbased, sustainable gardening practices speci c to the west slope of El Dorado County, appropriate for all ages and cultures, and re ective of a variety of environments and gardening experiences.

Strolling through the gardens on our ADA compliant pathways you will see a diverse selection of trees, shrubs and owers that are not only eye candy for the garden, but also attract pollinators such as

bees, butter ies and birds. Yard art, stone and wood benches, water fountains and dry fountains, attractive retaining walls and other hardscapes are on display. The topiaries in the Children’s Garden are especially whimsical.

In addition to the beautiful gardens, Master Gardeners hosts free horticulture classes in the pergola-shaded, open-air classroom on subjects such as irrigation, gardening with native plants, propagation, shade gardening and rose care. Check out our website for our 2024 class schedule.

There are many exhibits as well. Composting and vermiculture; a small fruit orchard displaying espaliered apples trees, a vegetable garden with many examples of critter abatement for gophers, ground squirrels, rabbits, and birds; and examples of potted plants that do well in full sun to full shade.

Our Sherwood Demonstration Garden is worth many return trips to see the plants during the different seasons. Find inspiration for your own garden

from the rst ush of owers in spring, hot weather performers, fall color and year-round interest even in winter. It is also a great place to take parents and grandparents just to enjoy the outdoors. Kids love the Children’s Garden which features hopscotch and games. Ask the docents for a scavenger hunt to entertain them (and the adults) as they walk through the gardens.

Master Gardener classes are o ered monthly throughout the county. Find the class schedule at mgeldorado. ucanr.edu/Public_Education_Classes/?calendar=yes&am p;g=56698 and recorded classes on many gardening topics at mgeldorado.ucanr.edu/Public_Education/Classes. Have a gardening question? Master Gardeners are working hard to answer your questions. Use the “Ask a Master Gardener” option on the website, mgeldorado.ucanr.edu, or leave a message on the o ce telephone at (530) 6215512. To sign up for notices and newsletters visit ucanr. edu/master_gardener_e-news. Master Gardeners are also on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

El Dorado Hills Chamber scholarships awarded to ORHS grads

Linneah Flahive

EDH Chamber of Commerce

The El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce recently awarded ve scholarships of $1,000 each to local graduates, who plan to continue their education at a university, college or technical school.

This year the chamber received 16 impressive applications from highly quali ed students. One scholarship was funded by Paci c Interstate Insurance Brokers and one scholarship was funded by Paci c States Development. Other

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scholarships were funded by the proceeds from the chamber’s silent auction at its annual Installation & Business Awards Dinner. Scholarship applications are judged by a committee of four business leaders from the community. It was a di cult task, as each of the applicants were most deserving. The point system is based on the following criteria: 50% community service, 15% work experience, 15% extracurricular activities, 10% scholastic GPA and 10% nancial need.

The El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce congratulates the follow-

This four-day fair opens Thursday, July 25, and runs through Sunday, July 28. This is a tiny fair, but it is full of local agricultural air. You can expect to encounter exhibitors and vendors who avoid the costs of larger fairs. There’s always something unique and enjoyable. Learn more at amadorcountyfair.com.

Stanislaus County

This is the BIG ONE. Or, as I consider it, “The Other California State Fair.” The Stanislaus County Fair runs for 10 days. It opens Friday, July 5. and runs through Sunday, July 14. Learn more at stancofair. com. This fair is over an hour from El Dorado County, but I highly recommend it to those who enjoy a large, old-fashioned fair with an emphasis on fun and agriculture. Every day is Animal Day at this fair.

ing scholarship recipients for 2024 and wishes them continued success in their future endeavors: Bo Gordon, Grace Torchiana, Mahee Haswani, Sienna Gallo and Vikram Dev Singh — all from Oak Ridge High School.

“The chamber and our scholarship sponsors are honored to o er scholarships to our graduating seniors. Our goal is that a er graduation they will consider moving back to El Dorado Hills to live, and hopefully fortunate enough to work here as well,” said El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce president & CEO Debbie Manning.

People from both ends of the Golden State make an e ort to attend. Last year’s attendance was more than 270,000. That’s a lot of social proof that this is fair gives you some bang for your buck.

The Stan Co Fair has cooling stations and abundant shade beneath heritage trees. The campus, while clearly older, is walkable. You can get to everything in a reasonable amount of time, and there are several cooling stations.

Concerts: The Stan Co Fair free concert schedule includes: David Lee Murphy, Fuel, Jesus Ojeda, The Commodores, Lonestar, .38 Special, Scotty McCreery, Great White, All Time Low and La Septima Banda. Check online for performance dates.

Premium events: In addition to the fair exhibits and free concerts, this year’s event schedule includes: tractor pulls, bloodless bull ghts (Portuguese Bull ghting), destruction derbies, dirt drags, monster trucks, ranch rodeo and Mexican rodeo. These events require an additional admission purchase, which can

For more information about making donations to the El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Fund for the Class of 2025 email chamber@eldoradohillschamber.org.

The El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) nonpro t organization founded in 1986 to serve and advocate for the business community. The mission of the chamber is to strengthen the local economy, represent business interests to government, promote our community, provide members business connections and in uence political action.

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be done online for convenience. Check online for dates.

Good to know: This is an evening fair on weekdays. Gates open at 5 p.m. on weekdays and at noon on weekends. Buildings close at 11 p.m. and the carnival is open until midnight. My family likes to spend a night at the local Fair eld Inn or the Holiday Inn Express so we can enjoy the concerts.

Fun for all

These fairs are geared to provide entertainment for every age group. There is something for everyone. So get out the sunscreen and comfy walking shoes. No matter which fair you attend, you will see a showcase of what is best in our country and what good things lie ahead. Truly, an expo of the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave. Happy summer! Send your event for consideration in Susan’s column to slaird@handywriting.com.

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A visit to the Sherwood Demonstration Garden in Placerville is both fun and educational.

Summer Brasuel

UCCE Master Gardener of El Dorado County

Shingle Springs Cameron Park

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SHINGLE SPRINGS~CAMERON PARK Chamber of Commerce

IPresident’s Corner

Colette Thiel

t looks like June is going to be a very busy month for our Chamber. We love having ribbon cuttings, mixers and luncheons to provide support of our Chamber members and o er networking opportunities.

The Shingle Springs/Cameron Park Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary partnership between businesses, professionals, and individuals working together to build a healthy economy and improve the quality of life in the community. Chamber members are businesses, organizations and individuals concerned with the socioeconomic climate of our area. If you know a business that should be a member, we’d love the opportunity to talk with them. Just give us a call at 530-677-8000. Our Chamber continues to have an open-door policy and encourages ALL our members to get involved.

June 6th will be our monthly Networking After Hours Mixer along with a Ribbon Cutting for new members, Many Oaks Farms! You aren’t going to want to miss this event as the lavender farm should be in full bloom. Light appetizers, beverages and ra e prizes plus networking with other members. Should be a fun night!

On 6/8/24, Thunder in the Park Classic Car Shows roars back into Cameron Park Lake. This is an amazing fun filled family event with gorgeous vehicles/trucks on display, food trucks, vendor booths and

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music by DJ Brandon Dominguez. For more information or to register a vehicle contact the Chamber o ce at 530-677-8000.

We are welcoming a new Chamber member to the family with a Ribbon Cutting on 6/14/24, 5:30pm at Cedar & Twine in Cameron Park. Please attend and show your support for this new business!

We invite you to join us on the 4th Thursday of the month at 11:45am at Koto Bu et at Red Hawk Casino for our monthly networking lunch. The sponsor for June is Great Leaps Studio and our guest speaker is Bev Dierks, talking about the new changes in funding elderly care. This may not apply to you directly but bet you know someone that could benefit from this information. The cost is only $18 per person for Chamber members and $23 for non-members and in addition to networking, we have great speakers!

Colette Thiel , President SSCP Chamber of Commerce

SS/CP Chamber Needs Volunteers!

The Shingle Springs/Cameron Park Chamber of Commerce needs volunteers to spend a few hours a month helping the chamber with its events and management.  The payback is helping your local business advocates support the community in which

JUNE Events

June (Fridays to Sundays)

CP Rotary Club Observatory

From 8:30pm to 10:30 pm, weather permitting, the observatory is open to the public on weekend evenings. Trained docents show the many celestial wonders of the universe through two 14-inch telescopes. Folsom Lake College, El Dorado Center, Campus Drive (continue through the back parking lots to the left of the observatory gate). For info and closure updates, call (530) 642-5621, Ext. 9.

June - Support Small Businesses And Keep It Local Shop locally by visiting the various shops and restaurants in El Dorado County!

June 6

SS/CP Chamber Networking Mixer

Starting at 5:30pm to 7:30pm, come to the monthly Networking Mixer and enjoy the ribbon-cutting event for new members, Many Oaks Farm, located at 3684 Lily Lane in Shingle Springs! Lavender in bloom, beverages and light appetizers, raf e prizes, plus networking with great community members!

June 8

Thunder In the Park Classic Car Show

Starting at 8am until 3pm, come join the fun of seeing some beautiful cars! There will be raf e prizes, food trucks, live DJ, vendor booths. $5 per vehicle CSD parking fee. Cameron Park Lake, 2989 Cambridge Rd., Cameron Park. For more information, contact the CSD at (530) 677-2231 or visit sscpchamber.org.

June 8 – Golden History Days

Celebrate the arrival of the Wagon Train during Golden History Days at the Belltower at 3pm!

Tthey live and serve, while striving to make Shingle Springs and Cameron Park wonderful places in which to live!  We have several key positions opening right now.  Get involved today!  Please contact Colette Thiel@ ThielHomes.com for more information.

Celebrating Father's Day

Historic Main Street is closed to traf c for a day of free activities and events, including an Antique Fair, live music, spoken-word history, a multicultural event that celebrat4es many who were here at the time of the Wagon Train’s immigrants’ arrival; Native Americans, Black Americans, Hispanic/Californios, Japanese, Chinese, as well as immigrants themselves.

June 9

Farmers Market (Now Year ‘Round)

Sundays between 1am and 1pm, come shop our region’s most popular market with more produce and commodities than ever before. Choose from fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade honey and jams, cheeses, and other household favorites. For

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more information, contact Jim Coalwell at (530) 622-1900 or email jim@redshack.com.

June 13-16 – The El Dorado County Fair

Don’t miss the Fair! This year’s theme is Barrows, Boots & Bling, and promises all the family fun and excitement you know and love. Think mutton bustin’, live interactive exhibits, musical performances, clown college, free train rides, and even a funnel cake-eating contest! For tickets and more information on schedules and events, visit eldoradocountyfair.org

June 15 – Third Saturday, Placerville Art Walk

Saturday from 5-8pm, come have fun in Historic Downtown Placerville. Main Street galleries and merchants host changing art shows and late night shopping every third Saturday of the month. Demonstrations, refreshments, music and more. Placerville Downtown Association, 376 Main St., Placerville. Read more on EventCrazy.com.

June 16 – Father’s Day

June 27 – SS/CP Chamber Networking Luncheon

Please join us at Koto Buffet in the Red Hawk Casino from 11:45am to 1:00pm for our monthly networking luncheon! Contact the Chamber for more details at (530) 677-8000.

The Gift of Kids, Inc.

Jennifer Tommasini

5130 Golden Foothill Parkway

El Dorado Hills 916-521-1835

www.thegiftofkids.net

I would like to thank everyone for their vote for #1 Favorite Daycare and continuing to trust us with your precious children. I love being part of this community and helping children learn and grow. With 4 children of my own (now 25, 22, 13 and 12), my own journey began in the daycare preschool eld because I was unhappy with the care and education I was receiving.

I have been blessed to have a large facility in El Dorado Hills where I employ 30 loving teachers and care for 200 children. We offer education and care for babies, Preschoolers, Pre-K, and private Kindergarten. Don’t be fooled by our large size, our teachers make each classroom homey and warm. The kids have lots of outdoor space to play, we are on over an acre and have 4 large playgrounds, a soccer eld, and a an organic garden. The Gift of Kids outdoor area gives the kids space to explore, garden, and play on age appropriate playgrounds.

The teachers at The Gift of Kids Daycare and Preschool include talent that brings us music, yoga, and even Spanish on a daily basis. We have been working with soccer shots for over 8 years and have a very structured and advanced curriculum! Teachers here are all educated in child development, CPR and First Aid certi ed, and make it a priority to continue their education.

The Gift of Kids Inc. is celebrating 24 years in business, with 14 years in our same location, Business Park 1. We could not have done it without the many wonderful families here in the community that I have called home for 20 years! Again...Thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me live out my dream in a business that I love and families that continue to bless us with their children. We have newly renovated the inside of our school, so come by to check it out and say hello anytime!

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