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Top activities in the region Studio 81 Performing Arts at El Dorado High School presents “Elsewhere” through Nov. 4 with shows on Fridays and Saturdays. For tickets and more information visit studio81arts.com/tickets.

Ponderosa Stage Productions presents “Macbeth” through Nov. 11 at the Ponderosa High School theater, 3661 Ponderosa Road in Shingle Springs. For tickets and more information visit pondodrama.com/macbeth.

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Union Mine High School’s Theatre at the Mine presents “Ghostlight” through Nov. 4. For tickets and more information visit onthestage.tickets/union-mine-high-school.

Oak Ridge High School Drama presents “Mean Girls” through Nov. 11 at the school theater, 1120 Harvard Way in El Dorado Hills. For tickets and more information visit ortab.org.

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“20,000 Leagues Under the Sea,” Nov. 3-19 at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit harriscenter.net or call (916) 608-6888.

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The Stage at Burke Junction in Cameron Park presents “Alabama Women,” Nov. 4-26. Showtimes are 1 and 5 p.m.

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Cold Springs Church, 2600 Cold Springs Road in Placerville, hosts the 24th annual Craft Faire, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Ceremony at 11 a.m. at the El Dorado County Veterans Monument in Placerville. Breakfast will be served at the Firefighters Memorial Hall, 3734 China Garden Road in Diamond Springs. For tickets visit facebook.com/1ElDoradoCountyMilitaryVeterans.

The El Dorado County Fair & Events Center hosts its 18th annual Crab and Chowder Gala. Ticket holders can choose drive-thru or dine-in options. Purchase tickets by Nov. 6 at eldoradocountyfair.org/gala.html.

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The Apple Hill Half Marathon invites all runners to participate in the fun. Reserve your spot for this great tradition at AppleHillHalf.com.

Friends of the El Dorado Hills Library hosts its annual Bridge Tournament at the El Dorado Hills Library. Registration forms are available at the library or online at friendsoftheedhlibrary.org/bridge-tournament. For more details email Mcmnedh@pacbell.net or call (916) 849-0650.

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The exceptional creations at 2BGlass Studio are one of a kind. Learn about the glass blowing process at an open house Nov. 11.

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hether it’s a beautifully colored ry-required products and then their own bowl, an elegant bottle or a creations on their own time, they came to charming pumpkin, a handtruly appreciate custom glass blowing and blown glass creation can be the perfect shared the dream of one day opening their home accessory. own studio.

But why settle for a factory-made piece Koss joined the duo and helped put on a big-box store’s shelf, when El Dorado words into action. She took their works 2bglass.com County is home to the only public handon the road to weekend shows and blown glass studio in the region? 2BGlass events. Over the span of a few years, the Studio features the incredible works of trio bought the necessary equipment and brothers Tate and Aaron Bezdek, who with the help of Ash tools. This spring they signed the lease to their own space in Koss have created a one-of-a-kind experience for hand-blown Cameron Park that houses both the hot shop and showroom, glass lovers and collectors. officially moving in this September.

Tate began his journey as a glass blower when he took a class The trio’s vision for 2BGlass Studio is to turn the business at age 17. The El Dorado County native found himself workinto a community gathering spot where people can learn, ing in a glass factory in the Bay Area, where Aaron later joined watch the glass-blowing process and host special events. him. “They never should have hired him,” Tate joked. Aaron They’re launching that vision with an open house, 10 a.m. admitted the heat and work didn’t appeal to him — at first. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11. Guests will be treated to special But as the brothers honed their skills, making the factodiscounts, live glass-blowing demonstrations and more.

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THE EL DORADO COUNTY AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT OFFERS INCENTIVE PROGRAMS TO RESIDENTS OF EL DORADO COUNTY TO IMPROVE LOCAL AIR QUALITY.

The Chimney Smoke RIP offers $599 to $2,000* to replace a non-EPA certified woodstove with a new efficient, cleaner burning, eligible EPA certified device. *$2,000 incentive available to low-income residents or residents of designated low-income communities

The Clean Lawnmower Incentive Program (CLIP) offers up to $200 to replace a gas powered lawnmower with a zeroemission cordless electric mower.

COMING SOON: Incentives for residential electric weed eaters, blowers, trimmers, ride-on mowers, etc!

The new CHarge At your Residence and Go Electric (CHARGE) incentive program offers plug-in car owners and lessees a $300 incentive to purchase and install a home EV charger.

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Annie Muse-Fisher Buckeye Union School District Annie Muse-Fisher stands as a beacon of support for English language learners in the Buckeye Union School District. Her home base is William Brooks Elementary. She is a recognizable presence at the school as she once roamed the same halls as a student. Serving as the district’s English Language Coordinator, Annie’s reach expands beyond William Brooks. Her goal? To empower every English language learner across the district, understanding that each site is home to a diverse group of students eager to grasp the language.

She’s driven by a passion to champion a population that often slips through the cracks of mainstream support systems. This dedication recently culminated in the 10th annual Heritage Festival, a resounding success with 400 attendees representing 13 countries. Volunteers transformed the venue ◆ with vibrant booths, while dancers and performers brought cultures to life. The festival’s goal was clear: to celebrate the rich tapestry of communities within El Dorado County.

In her fourth year with the district, Annie finds joy in witnessing students grow more at ease every day. Buckeye, she notes, boasts an astonishing 25 spoken home languages, including the Indian language, Gujarati, spoken by one exceptional student.

To Annie, this commitment is deeply meaningful. She revels in celebrating the mosaic of cultures and the gift of bilingualism that defines their community. Through her unwavering dedication, Annie is shaping a more inclusive and welcoming future for El Dorado County’s English language learners.

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This Thanksgiving, the experts at Finish are helping hosts everywhere get organized, from the initial planning all the way through clean up, with the Ultimate Thanksgiving Timer. Created in partnership with Gaby Dalkin of “What’s Gaby Cooking,” it’s a personalized hosting timeline designed to help hosts stay on track up to and throughout the big day.

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Plan Your Guest List and Menu Deciding how many guests you’ll be serving and what you plan to serve are two essential details that will guide the rest of your planning. When creating your guest list, be realistic about how many are likely to attend and plan your menu for a few extra people so you don’t run out of food. Your menu may also be influenced by how many guests you plan to host; a whole turkey is practical for a large group, but a turkey breast may be adequate for a more intimate gathering.

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Make Cleanup a Cinch A few simple tricks can help you maintain a relatively clean workspace and keep up with all the dishes you need to prepare a lavish meal. First, be sure to clean up as you go. It may be tempting to throw all of your dirty utensils and empty mixing bowls in a pile in the sink to deal with later, but taking a few minutes to scrape dishes and load the dishwasher as you go can help prevent a messy mountain from forming. That also means you’ll be more likely to find a clean measuring cup or spoon when you move on to prepare the next dish.

Hosts have enough to worry about, so let your dishwasher do the hard work and pull in reinforcements to help clean up while you relax after a long day. Use a detergent that works in the toughest conditions, from burnt-on stains to old dishwashers and hard water, like Finish Ultimate.

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Ultimate Cheesy Herb Sourdough Stuffing

Recipe courtesy of “What’s Gaby Cooking” on behalf of Finish 1 loaf sourdough bread with crust, cut into 1-inch cubes (roughly 8 cups) 10 tablespoons butter 2 shallots, finely sliced 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 2 bunches green onions, thinly sliced 3/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme 3 large garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3 large eggs 2 cups chicken broth, divided 6 ounces coarsely grated Parmesan cheese Preheat oven to 375 F. On large, rimmed baking sheet, spread ripped or cubed bread.

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In heavy skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add shallots and celery; saute 5-6 minutes. Add green onions, parsley, oregano, sage, thyme, garlic, salt and pepper; saute until celery is tender, 6-8 minutes.

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