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extra time begs the question: What next?

Volunteering is a great way to spend time and gives people a chance to help others with deep fulfillment in return.

There are many ways retirees can lend a helping hand, says volunteer coordinator Judy McMurtry, of the Calaveras Volunteer Center.

The center connects people with localvolunteer opportunities and provides transportation for people to doctor's ap-

• Area 12 Agency on Aging (19074 Standard Road in Standard) has a listing of volunteer opportunities ranging from working at thrift shops in Calaveras County to serving as an usher at plays in Tuolumne County. For more information, call the agency at 532-6272.

• Sierra Nonprofit Services (591 S. Washington St. in downtown Sonora) provides afree "Volunteer Match" database service that connects willing volunteers

pointments and other services.

to organizations in need. You can see an

"Every single one of our volunteer drivers loves the feeling of the reward of helping someone get to a doctor's appointment," McMurtry said.

Peopleoften think they don'thave anything to contribute or that they wouldn' t be needed,but "everybody has something to offer," McMurtry said.

Volunteers are always needed, for anything and everything one could imagine, from anhour once a month to every day.

"We are always looking for more volunteers," McMurtry said.

"I believe, too, that the people we help, they in turn can bless the volunteer. It keeps going around," she said.

Resources are available to those who

online listing at www.sierranonprofit.org or call 533-1093 to make an appointment.

• The Volunteer Center of Calaveras County (P.O. Box 196, San Andreas, CA 95249) has volunteer applications and a listing of volunteer opportunities online at www.calaverasvolunteer.corn. For more

information, callthe center at754-1699.

• Mother Lode Office of Catholic Charities,(88 Bradford St.,Sonora,CA 95370), has numerous volunteer opportunities for

people interested in supporting its multiple programs including its services to seniors and caregivers, elder abuse prevention program, legal advocacy program, Ombudsman program, and more. For more information,call532-7632.

Where to volunteer American Cancer Society. Information, referrals, counseling, buddy support, transportation, literature, films, speakers. "Look Good, Feel Better" program offers handson instruction on makeup application and skin care, as related to cancer treatment, heldsecond Wednesdays, 1 to 3 p.m., at Sonora Regional Cancer Center, Room 903. Call to pre-register: 800-227-2345. Officehours:9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Address: 1101 Sylvan Ave., C-105, Modesto.

Information: www .cancer.org. Phone: (800) 227-2345, 544-9279.

American Diabetes Association. Sacramento-Sierra Chapter. Public, professional education support groups, seminars, speakers, referrals, literature programs, Spanish-speaking support groups, juvenile diabetes support group, "Step Out to Fight Diabetes" walk-a-thons, other fundraising

drives. 4600 Roseville Road, Suite 130, North Highlands, CA 95660. Information: www.diabetes.org. Phone: 916-924-3232.

American Heart Association. Stanislaus Division. Available for any questions concerning stroke, heart health. Accepts donations for public education, research, memorials. Holds "Heart Walk" and other fundraisers. Address: 2007 0 St., Sacramento, CA 95811. Information: www. heart.org. Phone: 916-446-6505.

American Lung Association. Health fairs, educational programs to control tuberculosis and other respiratory diseases, environmental health programs, anti-smoking programs, school health programs. Promotes/supports Better Breather clubs. Information: www .lungusa.org/california.

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Youth Mentoring Program. Information: www. calaverasmentoring.org. Phone: 736-7706.

Columbia College Foundation. Nonprofit organization that supports Columbia College students by providing scholarships, instructional equipment and supplies, and support for extracurricular activities and programs. Assets include endowments and several art, mineral, and Native American artifact collections. Hosts an annual wine tasting event at Columbia State Historic Park each spring to benefit the College's Culinary Arts program. Donations to the Foundation are tax deductible and can be made via check Columbia College Foundation, 11600 Columbia College Drive, Sonora, CA 95370, or online at www.gocolumbia.edu/foundation, or through anestate plan. Phone: 588-5055.

Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE). American Hospitality group program. Families host foreign high school students from 55 different countries between the ages of 14 and 18 years old. Host families provide meals and housing (room-sharing allowed).

Students have proficient English, medical insurance and spending money for their school activities, entertainment, toiletries and clothes.

"Welcome families" host students for six to eight weeks. Longterm hosting opportunities available for one or two semesters. Referral program available. All family types are accepted, pending background check. Information: www.ciee.org/host. Valley and Foothill Coordinator Cyndi Kirk, cyndi©goldrush.corn or 586-4249.

Foothill Pregnancy Center. Free confidential services helping women with unplanned

VOLUNTEERISM Continuedfrom Page 2 Address:424 Pendleton Way, Oakland, CA, 94621. Phone: 510-638-5864, 800-LUNG-USA. American Red Cross. Mother Lode District of Capital Region Chapter. Helps people prepare for and recover from individual, family and community disasters. Offers CPR and first-aid training, plus community presentations on disaster preparedness. Address: 13669 Mono Way, Sonora. Information: www.redcrosscrc. org. Phone: 533-1 513. 24-hour emergency line for disaster relief: 855-891-7325. Emergency military communications: 877-272-7337.

Arthritis Foundation. Northern California Chapter. Sponsors research, information, medical referrals, self-help classes, support groups.

Information: 1851 Heritage Lane, Suite 183, Sacramento, CA 95815; www.arthritis.org.

Phone: 916-368-5599.

Calaveras Door of Hope. Volunteer efforts provide services for women with unplanned pregnancies. Pregnancy testing, abstinence training, adoption education, post-abortion support, parenting education. Address: 571 Stanislaus Ave. Suite J, Angels Camp. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Information: www.carenetofcalaveras.org. Phone: 736-9600.

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pregnancies. Free pregnancy testing, free ultrasounds, counseling, prenatal- and parentingeducation classes, opportunities for free diapersand baby items. Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday andFriday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdayfrom noon to 5 p.m. Address: 427 N. Highway 49, Suites 101-103, Sonora. Information: www.fpcsonora.corn or email help©fpcsonora.corn. Phone: 536-9262.

Guide Dogs for the Blind. Guide dog school, placement center for United States, Canada. Address: 350 Las Ranchitos Road, San Rafael, CA 94903. Information: www.guidedogs.corn. Phone: 800-2954050.

Habitat for Humanity Calaveras. Supports families through homebuilding process, fundraising, skilled and unskilled volunteer builders, subcontractors, church workers, beneficiaries.

"ReStore" sells donated building materials, lightly used furniture, appliances and hardware (open Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 172 N. California St., San Andreas). Board meets at 6 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month at the Senior Center in San Andreas. Office open 9 a.m. tonoon Monday through Thursday, 956 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas. Information: admin@habitatcalaveras. org or www.habitatcalaveras.org. Phone: 7545331.

Habitat for H u manity of T u olumne County. Builds affordable homes for those in need. Volunteers always needed for Habitat for Humanity and Re-Store. Re-Store (533-9080) accepts donations of gently used home-remodeling items, which are sold at a discounted price to the public. ReStore and office address: 14384 Cuesta Court, Sonora. ReStore open Wednesday throughSaturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Information: w w w . h abitattuolumne.org.

Phone: 536-0970.

Helping Hands. Emergency help, scholarships, donations to south county organizations, agencies, schools. Thrift store open Mondays through Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. summers, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. winters. All proceeds return to community. Address: 18730 Main St., Groveland, 962-6830. Furniture barn open Wednesdays through Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. summers, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. winters. Address: 18700-A Main St., Groveland. Phone: 962-7014. Information: www.helpinghandsofgroveland.corn.

Humane Society of Tuolumne County.

Nonprofit organization, no-kill, limited intake shelter whose mission is to find homes for abandoned, abused,and unwanted animals, promote humane education, and maintain a clean and safe environment for homeless animals awaiting adoption. Provides spay and neuter certificates to low-income families with proof of income. The Humane Society of Tuolumne County Purrrfect Bargains Thrift Boutique and FurnitureSmart Stores are open from 9:30a.m.to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday,and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Purrrfect Bargains Thrift Boutique, 14317 Mono Way, Suites C-F,Sonora, 533-2963. Humane Society shelter is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, 10040 Victoria Way, Jamestown. Information: www.hsotc.org. Phone: 984-5489.

Interfaith Community Social Services.

Free emergency food, clothing, hair care, showers, toiletries, furniture, household survival material, job and housing referrals, discount medication cards. Bus passes and SRMC

Sonora, California Free Health Van available. Open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekdays, 18500 Striker Court, Sonora.

Funded/supportedby churches, organizations, businesses, individuals. Staffed by volunteers.

Phone: 532-0905.

Make-A-Wish Foundation. Fulfills wishes of children 2 1/2 to 18 years old suffering from life-threatening medical conditions. Sacramento and northeastern California, 2800 Club Center Drive, Sacramento, CA 95835. Information www.makeawish-sacto.org. Phone: 916437-0206 or 888-828-9474.

March of Dimes. Works to prevent birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. Winterhours,9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Summer hours,8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Open 9 a.m. to noon Fridays. Information: 301 Banner Court, Suite 2, Modesto.

Information: www.marchofdimes.corn. Phone: 522-5626.

Muscular Dystrophy Association.Research, orthopedic equipment, diagnosis, follow-up care, genetic counseling, blood tests, physical and occupational therapy. Information: www.mda.org. Phone: 916-921-9518 or 800572-1717.

Salvation Army. Provides gas vouchers for out-of-county medical appointments, space heaters for seniors and disabled, opportunities for children to attend summer camp, and items for shelter for homeless. Also contributes to ATCAA and Interfaith food banks for personal care items and food, helps with disaster relief as needed. Charitable donations can be dropped at 13854 Mono Way, Sonora. Mailing address: P.O. Box 4842, Sonora, CA 95370.

Phone: 532P763.

Seventh-day Adventist Community Services. Provides disaster relief, used clothing and food pantry. Supported by the Seventh-day Adventist Church in cooperation with American Red Cross. Sonora location open 9 a.m. to noon, Mondays and Wednesdays, 87 S. Forest Road, Sonora. Phone: 532-1872 or 532-3337.

Angels Camp location, open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Tuesdays, 140 N. Main St., Angels Camp.

Phone: 736-0941.

Sierra Nonprofit Services. Provides support services, education and connections in the tri-county area for nonprofits. Volunteer network. Information: 591 S. Washington St., Sonora. Information: www.sierranonprofit.org.

Phone: 533-1 093.

Sonora Area Foundation. Nonprofit public grant-maker for Tuolumne County residents.

Works to enhance Sonora-area quality of life, facilitator of donors, charitable organizations.

Information: www.sonora-area.org. Address: 362 S. Stewart St., Sonora. Phone: 533-2596.

United Cerebral Palsy of San Joaquin, Calaveras and Amador Counties.Educates, advocates and provides support services to people with a spectrum of disabilities. Information: www.ucpsj.org. Address: 333 W. Benjamin Holt Drive, Suite 1, Stockton. Phone: 956-0290.

United Way of Stanislaus County. Supports nonprofit agencies, charities, social services.Address: 422 McHenry Ave., Modesto.

Information: www.uwaystan.org. Phone: 5234562.

WATCH Resources Inc.Promotes independence, community integration for people with developmental disabilities. Address: 12801 Cab ezut Road, Sonora. Information: www . watchresources.org. Phone: 533-0510.

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ic e s i reiremen wi vouneerism Hazel said she volunteers for a simple reason: "People need help. It's just my heart's desire to help."

A Jamestown couple spends most of Hazel Mitchell is a retired nurse, and their free time in retirement helping her volunteering includes giving homethe homeless and are working to open a less people preliminary health assesshomeless shelter in Tuolumne County. ments.

Hazel and Dick Mitchell started a The Mitchells spend their days helpnonprofit organization called "Give ing homeless people in Tuolumne CounSomeone a Chance" that helps homeless ty get identification, driver's licenses and Medi-Cal enrollments. They help people and homeless veterans connect with social services, takes them to apveterans sign up for veteran benefits.

The couple is also working to find pointments and is raising money for a local shelter. housing for low-income veterans and They need more volunteers to help homeless people. Their nonprofit organization needs volunteers, including too, said Hazel Mitchell, 73.

Hazel and Dick Mitchell have been people who can work in their downtown P); marriedfor 24 years,and itw as Hazel Sonora office on Bradford Street and who got Dick into volunteering. people who have a Class B driver' s re-s Dick Mitchell, 77, is a retired engilicense to drive their bus. Interested volunteers can email Hazel Mitchell at neer, and helped out engineering stu=' r, dents at San Jose State University. He mitchellsOgosnc.corn.

Jesse Jones/Union Democrat says it was meeting Hazel that exposed In 2014, Hazel Mitchell put in 8,700 Retirees Dick and Hazel Mitchell volunteer much of their time working with homehim to the world of homeless people and hours of volunteer work and often goes less people in Tuolumne County. the issues they face. to homeless camps to help people. Dick '%hen you' re an engineer, you work Mitchell spends about 40 hours a week from project to project, you raise your volunteering his time to the effort and is kids, they go to college ... You' re never ex- getting his Class B license to help drive posed to this element," Dick Mitchell said. people to their appointments.

"It's notforus to geta lotoutofit.It' s Hazel Mitchell says she's done volunteer work since she was 13. for them to get a lot out of it," Hazel said She says she and her sister were of their volunteerism. eOur endeavor is abandoned when she was 10 years old forthem tohave better lives." and lived in 17 different foster homes.

However, "it's rewarding to see one or That experience made her understand two come up and break the bonds," Dick what it's like to need help.

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The Mother Lode Office of Catholic Charities needs volunteers for its Connection and Awareness for Elders (CAFE) program and its Senior Peer Alliance for Rural Research On Wellness (SPARROW) Project.

Volunteers must be CAFE trained prior to being a peer counselor for SPARROW. SPARROW is part of a cutting edge study on depression that makes it free for adults over 60 to get either professional therapy or self-guided support with a peer counselor.

Seniors in the program will receive 12 weeks of free case management and therapy from a professional counselor or 12 weeks of free self-guided support with a trained peer counselor.

Depression affects more than 6.5 million

of the 35 million Americans aged 65 years or older, according to the National Alliance on Mental illness.

The study will examine the cost of providing the care, the satisfaction level of participants, what the barriers are and how to overcome them. Both the case management with a therapist and the peer counseling is conducted in the participants' homes.

SPARROW coordinators are seeking participants in Tuolumne and Calaveras counties who are 60 and older who feel down or sad, or like their life isn't how they'd like it to be.

Therapy will last for 12 weeks, and participants will be evaluated before, during and after.

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Retired physical education teacher Jeff Juhl has always been active, but these days his activity of choice is golf.

Juhl,64,ofJamestown, can be found at Mountain Springs Golf Course in Sonora two to three times a week.

petition against yourself."

"Each year as you get older, your game gets worse," Juhl said, adding that he was "never very good," to begin with.

Much of the physical activity that comes with playing golf is walking the course, Juhl said.

"It keeps your weight down," and it' s good for overall health, he said.

Juhlsays heused to bevery physically active and enjoyed playing basketball and coached all types of elementary school sports, plus some high school sports.

"I try to do three," Juhl said.

Juhl has golfed since his college days at California State University, Chico, but didn't get to do it much until he retired three years ago. He taught physiIn retirement, Juhl works out at home cal education at Sonora Elementary on a treadmill and bike, and also lifts Schoolfor 35 yearsand tried to golfonce weights. a week,but saysitw as sporadic atbest.

Juhl says it's important for retired The group he golfs with on Sundays people to be physically active. has playedtogether for20 years.

'The easiest thing to do is put on weight 'There's a lot of camaraderie. We' ve — I did — and become inactive and lose known each other forever," Juhl said.

The players talk about everything from your drive to do things," Juhl said.

Juhl said he would encourage other politics to "whatever," he said.

He golfs with a couple different retirees to get out of the house and join groups of other retired men who, like a fitness group, golf or play in an overhim, enjoy the game that requires "com- 50 sporting league.

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Fitness good for life quality, longevity Exercising is a key component to a pain,depression and overallsense of healthy lifestyle, and there are a variety quality of life. of classes in Tuolumne and Calaveras The target for physical activity is 30 counties to help people get and stay fit. minutes a day, three times a week, said Doctors recommend 30 minutes of Dr. Todd Stolp, of Sonora. daily exercise to promote overall health.

An ideal exerciseprogram should Benefits include reducing the risk of combine three components: cardiovashigh bloodpressure, diabetes and de- cular, flexibility and weight training.

As people age they tend to lose muscle pression along with experiencing more energy and better sleep. mass. Weight training increases muscle Everyone knows physical activity is mass and helps reduce the risk of gaingood for the body, but it can also benefit ing unwanted weight. the brain, including in people with afHictions like Parkinson's disease, dementia Fitness classes and Alzheimer' s. offered in the Mother Lode "It has positive effects on every tissue ''Whole Life Fitness for Seniors" in your body," explained University of is held from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. MonCalifornia, Davis, exercise biology asso- day, Wednesday and Fridays at the ciate professor Keith Baar.

Tuolumne County Senior Center on Exercise increases the number of neu- Greenley Road. The cost is $4 per class, rons a person makes, Baar explained. $24 per month or three months for $68.

Neurons are the working cells in the For more information, call 536-3727. brainthat pass messages along. They • Live Well, Be Fit, is held from 9 a.m.

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Baar explained. nior Center. The cost is$10 per month.

Studies in mice and people have For more information, call 536-3727. shown physical activity benefits brain • Living Well Fitness, is an exercise function. class designed for people living with It'salso never too late to start exerchronic diseases such as diabetes, asthcise, experts say. ma, obesity, back pain or joint pain.

The number of neurons in the brain Living Well Fitness is held from 10:30 decrease with normal aging but studies to 11:30a.m. and 11:40 a.m. to 12:40 have shown exercise can bring the lev- p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the els back up to what they were in youth, center, 19747 Greenley Road in Sonora.

Baar said.

Cost is only $30 per month, and each In fact, exercise is the only thing that class is instructed by a certified exercise has been shown to increase neuron pro- specialist. duction in the brain, Baar said.

Space is limited, so call 536-3727 to Exercisedoesn't have to be super vig- reserve a spot. orous either, experts say.

• Tai Chi classes are held each MonA studyof10,000 women showed that day from 11 a.m. to noon or 5:30 to 6:30 if they were able to just walk 15 to 20 p.m. at the Tuolumne County Senior minutes, they could improve their men- Center. Classes are$30 per month, two tal capacity, Baar said. sessions per week. For one session a Dr. Matthew Personius, who works week, it's $15 a month. with elderly patients at Sierra House• Zumba classes are held &om 9:30 a.m. calls Medical Group, says physical ac- to 10a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays atthe tivity has a positive impact on almost — See FITNESS, Page 8 all medical conditions including chronic

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• In Calaveras County, the senior center in San Andreas (754-3967) offers free

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chair-based exercise classes on Tuesdays Tuolumne County Senior Center. The cost

is $20 for one class a week for a month or $40 for two classes a week per month.

• Stretchfor Life classes are held at 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the Tuolumne County Senior Center. The cost is$2 per class. For more informa-

and Fridays.

• A "Community Aerobics Class" is held 8:15to 9:15 Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at the Tuolumne Veterans Memorial Hall. The low-impact classesare for allages.The costis$2 per class, with the first class free. Call 5338248 for more information. People need

tion, call 533-2622.

• The Murphys Senior Center offers to wear sturdy athletic shoes and com&ee fitness programs including Zumba, fortable clothing.

• The Area 12 Agency on Aging sponstrength training and aerobics. There is alsoa food pantry.The senior center sors weekly tai chi and yoga classes for is open &om 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays residentsage 60 and older in Tuolumne through Thursdays. Lunch is served at and Calaveras counties. noon for $5. RSVP by 10:30 a.m. if you' re There is a donation of $3 per coming for lunch. The center is at 65 class for both the yoga and tai chi sessions.

Mitchler Ave., in Murphys. For more inThere is a one class per week limit for formation, call728-1672. participants. To register for the classes, • Basic Yoga classes are held at 9 or for more information, call Area 12 at a.m. Thursdays at the Little House in 532-6272.

• The Tuolumne County Aquatics Groveland. Call 962-7303 for more information or visit www.thelittlehouse. Mastersis an adult sw imming program org. Free Chair Dancing is held from held at Sonora Sports and Fitness Cen11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mondays. A ter in East Sonora. class called Life Changes and ChalThe program features many differ-

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Senior depression program needsvolunteers The Tuolumne County Recreation Department offers a Senior Recreation Program for adults 50 and older. It meets each morning Monday through Friday at the Tuolumne Youth Center for arts and crafts activities including scrapbooking, jewelry making and more. There are two professional sized pool tables for billiards. There are four computer workstations where there is Internet access and the program offers simple trainings for those who have limited computer experience. The program includes guest speakers from local organizations who share their knowledge about issues facing today's senior population. Come and enjoy a hotcup ofcoff ee and breakfastsnacksin a

ent hour-long workouts led by certified coaches.

Head coach Patti Scott-Baier says the program is open to all skill levels, and ages range &om 18 to 90. She says the program is especially popular with older swimmers who may have suffered from an injury or surgery. ''With the support of the water, they' re still able to exercise," she adds.

"It's good cardiovascular fitness," ScottBaier said. "A lot of people that have physical limitations are able to swim that aren't able to do other activities."

Swimming also works your mental well-being, she said.

The Masters program is also social and participants make life-long friends.

A Masters 101 class will be held in June and August. Each session is three weeks long and teaches people the basics of each stroke. ''Wegeta lotofpeoplew ho' veneverhad any formal exercise," Scott-Baier said.

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The Senior Program is closed for countyobserved holidays.

For information, call Sarah Garcia at 5335663.

The Recreation Department also offers a Men's Over 50 Slow Pitch baseball league in the spring and summer that plays on Wednesday nights at Standard Park in Sonora.

Sign-ups for spring and summer baseball leagues at Tuolumne County Recreation Department, 43 N. Green St., Sonora, or call 533-5663 or Standard Park at 533-2678, or visit

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There are more than 2,000 members,

though only50 to 125 attend each session that is on a diferent health topic

each month, said Gail Witzlsteiner, hospital spokeswoman.

A doctor usually leads the program and then there is a free workout after-

wards.

The program is free and people must be 65 or older to participate. The sessions are held at noon on the third Thursday of the month at the Elks Lodge in Sonora.

For more information, call 536-5025.

"It is a wonderful program. You can meet the new doctors firsthand. You can get invaluable information from the

physicians," Witzlsteiner said.

• Black Oak Casino's Black Oak Lanes has senior bowling leagues. The Young at Heart bowling league plays at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesdays during the spring and summer.

In September there is a senior league that starts playing on Thursdays, called Senior Merry Makers. If interested, peo-

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Information:532-6901. ing a foreign language all challenge your • Twain Harte Twirlers Square Dance brain and improve your ability to think meets from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at and comprehend.

Soulsbyville Elementary School. Cost is Taking a class is a great way to learn $5. All ages welcome. Information: 586something new while meeting new 7250. people. Columbia College's Community • Sonora Contra Dance meets the Education program offers not-for-credit third Saturday of each month at the courses ranging &om ukulele to French lessons. There are no tests or grades,

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easy registration and low fees.

Examples of classes offered during this past spring semester include bread baking, exploring California wines, making easy appetizers, lost art of calligraphy, antiqueappraisal,how to be a myst ery shopper, hiking on Bald Mountain, learn French, retirement for Baby Boomers, iPhone and iPad photography. Bus trips

Information:532-6025. In December, the

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• Sierra Foothills Dance Club meets the first Friday of each month at the

Church of the 49ers in Columbia, except in December. Class starts at 7 p.m. followed bya social dance led by a profes-

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includes free instruction. All ages are welcome, and no partner is needed.

A $5 donationbenefits the church's

Bridge enthusiasts Duane and

Vicky Oneto of Angels Camp play the competitive card game four times a week and say it's cheap, mind stimu-

restoration and maintenance fund.

Information: 532-1859.

Other clubs good for social and mental stimulation include numerous needleworkand quilting groups:

lating entertainment.

The couple are members of the

Mother Lode Duplicate Bridge Club, Gold CountryBridge Club and Sonora Duplicate Bridge Club.

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Duane Oneto, 74, collects the scores

from all of the games and sends them in to the national organization, Ameri-

can Contract Bridge League.

The pair has played bridge since college, said Vicky Oneto, 73.

Duane, an Angels Camp native, met Vicky, a native of Arcata, while they were students at Humboldt State University.

They've been married 49 years and haveplayed bridge together for

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Duane and Vicky Oneto, of Angels Camp, are avid bridge players vvho say the game is a cheap form of entertainment that keeps the mind sharp.

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"When we were young it was a wonderful cheap entertainment," Vicky

• Mother Lode Duplicate Bridge, American Contract Bridge League sanctioned, meets at noon every Monday and Tuesday at the Union Congregational Church in Angels Camp.

• Gold Country Bridge Club, meets at noon every Wednesday at the Calaveras Senior Center, San Andreas.

• Sonora Duplicate Bridge Club, ACBL sanctioned, meets at 12:30 p.m. every Friday at the Tuolumne County Senior Center in Sonora.

People interested in playing can just show up at the appointed times.

Oneto said.

Bridge is more complex than most card games, she said.

It is a trick-taking game using a standard 52-card deck, played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each otheraround a table.The game consistsof severaldeals,each progressing through four phases: dealing the cards, the auction (also referred to as bidding), playing the cards, and

each occasion, the same deal being playedby two ormore different sets of players to enable comparative scoring.

That is the fun part — seeing if you canplay cards better than other people, regardless of whether you got a good handor not,Vicky Oneto said.

"Every trick is key," Duane Oneto

scoring the results. However, most club and tournament play involves

said.

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some variant of duplicate bridge, where the cards are not re-dealt on

with what you get,n Vicky Oneto said.

When the Onetos had a family, bridgewas a fun,free way to socialize with friends.

'You carted the kids over with a potluck dish and played cards. It was a great evening of entertainment for absolutely no money," Vicky Oneto said.

Locally, the duplicate bridge clubs w ere started by a group ofthree women from Arnoldback in 1980-81.

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They' ve played with as few as eight, but the average is 12 to 32. Sonora has the largest group, Duane Oneto said. Typical games can last up to four hours. Another bridge group meets in Sonora at the Senior Center at the same time as duplicate bridge, but they are non-competitive and play "rubber bridge," meaning there's no

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meet at 10 a.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays at Middleton's Hallmark Shop in Angels Camp. Information: 890-7352.

• Mother LodeWeavers and Spinners meet on the second Tuesday of

each month at the Church of the 49ers in Columbia (they do not meet in July and August). Information: www.mlwsguild.org.

Tuolumne County area: Kathy Nystrom, 588-1514. Calaveras Countyarea:Mary Finley,728-8721.

• Studio 49 (for fiber enthusiasts) meets &om 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the

second Saturday of each month at the Tuolumne CountyLibrary on Greenley Road in Sonora. Information: www.mlwsguild.org.

• Sierra Needle Artists meet at

7 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Tuolumne County Library on Greenley Road in Sonora.

Call President Roberta Graham, 5888339 or Joan Rutty, 533-4015.

• Independence Hall Quilters meet 9 a.m.to 3 p.m. Mondays (except for July and August) at Independence Hall in White Pines near Arnold.

Information: www.independencehallquilter s.corn,795-2152 orvice-president Linda VanBerckelaer, 795-7722.

• Loose Threads Quilt Guild meets 9:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at the Good Samaritan Church in Valley Springs.

• Sierra Quilt Guild of Tuolumne County meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of the month at the Tuolumne County Senior Center

in Sonora. Information: www.sierraquiltguild.corn, Nancy Johnson, 532-7521.

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A group of Sonora friends who dubbed themselves "The Golden Girls" say the key to staying young at heart is to have fun, low mainte-

nance friends to laugh and do activities with.

"We mostly go to movies and dinners together," Unterreiner said.

Last year the girls took a YARTS (Yosemite Area Regional Transportation) bus up to Yosemite National Park and splurged on lunch at the Awahanee Hotel and had "El Capitini's" at the bar. ings the friends have taken. They' ve also driven to Canada together, enjoy seeing plays and some of them like

years. They met when working at the same office. Melendrez was a nurse,

separately. Lyons teaches yoga at the Tuolumne County Senior Center, Melendrezenjoys surfing and Monge takes tai chi. Unterreiner and Melendrez claim they are also former belly

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They' ve also gone to the Columbia Diggins together, the Sonora Farmers Market, and enjoy going to concerts in the park in Tuolumne during the summer.

The girls are like family, Unteroften segments of the group do things reiner said. if others can't make it.

They also share with each other The girls are interchangeable and one doesn't get jealous of the another photosand stories ofeach others' grandchildren, so they feel like if they break off for different activithey' ve seen each others families ties, explained Melendrez. grow up, she said.

They have no expectations of each It's fun to have a group of friends other, just fun and friendship, Monge to get dressed up and go out with, said. they say.

They celebrate every holiday to"We just have fun. We just love gether,not necessarily on the day of, each other," Monge said. but around the date. They celebrated The girls encourage retirees out Easter the day after the holiday and there to go out and be social and planned toget together for Mother's make new friendships and try new Day. "Our families all live far away," things.

"There's a lot of lonliness out Melendrez said.

Birthdays are a "bit to-do," they there," Unterreiner said.

"Check into the senior center. say. It's hard to get a word in edgewise with these gregarious gals, who There are so many things there," Lyons suggested. love to joke and laugh.

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IV3 Clubs help keep retirees connected Being social and having friends keeps us connected with others and does wonders for our mental health, medical professionals say.

The Mother Lode offers a variety of clubs and opportunities to meet people in addition to a plethora of social events held throughout the year. There are dozens of social and service clubs in Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and many activities on the weekends.

Dr. Ed Clinite, at Sonora Regional Medical Center, says talking and relating with friends can stimulate the mind and increase happiness.

"People who are happy tend to live longer than peoplewho are unhappy and isolated," he adds.

Here's a sampling of area social clubs worth checking out:

Alumni associations Cal Alumni Club of Tuolumne County. Supports the University of California, Berkeley, by encouraging local high school students to consider Cal. Interviews scholarship applicants, holds three dinner or lunch meetings annually, plus burgers the Sunday before Labor Day at the Lair of the Bear UC campground near Pinecrest Lake. President Sprague Edwards, 586-2818. Information: http: // alumni. berkeley.edu/community/alumni-chapters/ northern-california/tuolumne-county-alumni-club.

Civilian Conservation Corps Legacy. Represents the alumni of America. Dedicated to research, preservation and education to promote a better understanding of the Civilian Conservation Corps.

For men who served in the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. Information: www.ccclegacy. org. Phone: 540-984-8735.

Stanford University Alumni Club. Information: Michael Gahagan, michael.gahaganIstanfordalumni.org, or Kate Segerstrom, ksegerstrom @ segerstromlaw.corn.

Amateur radio clubs Calaveras Amateur Radio Society, Inc. Meets

9 a.m. on first Saturdays, Murphys Hotel dining room. Non-members welcome to drop by for nonhost breakfast. Information: www.calaverasars.org.

Phone: Ken Sanders, 795-5947.

T.C.A.R.E.S. Tuolumne County Amateur Radio Emergency Service maintains repeaters in the High Sierra. General meeting at 9:30 a.m. on the third Saturdays of the month at the Pine Tree Restaurant, Sonora. Frequencies: 147.945, 147.975, 145.290, 146.115. Information: www.lodelink.corn/tea res.

Phone: Carl Croci, 962-7146, Phil Fish, 586-7970.

Animals Calaveras Humane Society. Helps care for and place homeless animals. All animals are at foster homes. Works in conjunction with Animal Services shelter. Volunteers and foster homes for cats and dogs needed. Board meetings held at 10 a.m. the second Fridays of the month at 576 E. St. Charles St., San Andreas. Information: www.calaverashumane.org. Phone: 736-9417.

Friends of The Animal Community. Rescues animals from Animal Control, helps community members "re-home" their pets, provides foster homes for animals until permanent homes are found. Information: www.foac.us. Phone: Darlene Mathews, 532-1 81 8or 591-8364.

Humane Society of Tuolumne County. Nonprofit organization, no-kill, limited intake shelter set up to findhomes forabandoned, abused, and unwanted animals, promote humane education, and maintain a clean and safe environment for homeless animals awaiting adoption. Provides spay and neuter certificates to low-income families with proof of income.

The Humane Society of Tuolumne County Purrrfect Bargains Thrift Boutique and FurnitureSmart Stores are open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Purrrfect Bargains Thrift Boutique, 14317 Mono Way, Suites C - F, Sonora, 533-2963. Humane Society shelter is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, 10040 Victoria Way, Jamestown. Information: www.hsotc.org. Phone: 984-5489.

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Works to improve mule deer habitat in the forest.

Works closely with U.S. Forest Service to clear meadows, protect aspen trees, re-establish habitat for deer, other wildlife. Volunteers needed. Information: www.muledeer.org. Phone: Bill, 743-5922 or 888-375-DEER. Rosewolf Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center. Nonprofit organization in Tuolumne County that takes in orphaned or injured mammals.

Licensed by California Fish and Wildlife Service.

Information: www.rosewolfwildlife.org. Phone: Director Nina Resnik, 588-1335.

Sierra-Tuolumne Kennel Club. Obedience classes for all dogs, breeder referrals, agility classes, year-round educational programs. Meets 6 p.m.

Mondays, Humane Society, 10040 Victoria Place, Jamestown. Information: www.stkc.org. Phone: Mary Barrett, 536-0526.

Sonora Cat Rescue. Rescues and re-homes cats.

Spay and neuter program for 1,000 cats per year.

Information: http: //sonoracatrescue.org/. Phone: 591-8086.

Twain Harte Horsemen. Promotes interest in fine horses, riding, fellowship and horsemanship. Organized trails rides, clinics, fun days and social activities held throughout the year. Mailing: P.O. Box 1326, Twain Harte, CA 95383. Information: www. twainhartehorsemen.corn or adminI twainhartehorsemen.corn.

Yosemite Llama Breeders. Education and participation in shows, parades, other events. Owners, breeders meet every six weeks. Phone: George Caldwell, 532-5411, Susan Pollard, 928-3104, Mary Chandler, 928-4040.

Thursday at 7 p.m. at Tuolumne County Library Meeting Room, Sonora. Information: Jim Costello, president, 532-8491, Ed Anderson, treasurer, 5330419.

Bridge Mother Lode Duplicate Bridge Club. Meets Mondays andTuesdays at noon at the Angels Camp Veteran's Hall. Cost is $5 per person. Phone: Duane Oneto, 736-4281.

Hospice Bridge Tournaments. Plays May through September. Hospice of the Sierra and HospiceofAmador and Calaveras. Phone: Sandy Miller, 754-1 495.

Men's Bridge Club, Pine Mountain Lake. Meets 9 a.m. Mondays at the Pine Mountain Lake Grill Restaurant. Phone: William Parker, 962-5957.

San Andreas Whist Club. Members play duplicate bridge (whist) every Wednesday at noon at the Calaveras Senior Center, 956 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas. Cost is $5 per person. Phone: Duane Oneto, 7364281.

Sonora Bridge Club. Meets 12:30 p.m. Fridays at the Tuolumne County Senior Center. Cost is $5 per person. Phone: Duane Oneto, 736-4281

Cribbage SonoraCribbage Club.Meets6 p.m .Tuesdays at the Tuolumne County Senior Center. Entry fee $7, 1 in 4 win. Associated with American Cribbage Congressand Grass Roots. Phone: Debbie McCown, 533-3946.

Dance Automobile Antique Automobile Club of America, Mother Lode Region. Old car restorations, car tours, enters Mother LodeRoundup Parade. President Duane Bennett. Information: www.aaca.org.

Gold Nugget RV Club: Monthly RV outings in California RV parks. New members welcome. Information: http: //goldennuggetrv.net/schedule.php.

Horseless Carriage Club of America. Sonora regional group, collectors of pre-1916 vehicles. Information: www.hcca.org. Phone: President Diantha Potter, 532-01 42.

Mother Lode Volkswagen Club. Membership covers Amador, Calaveras, Tuolumne, Stanislaus and SanJoaquin counties.HostsannualShow and Swap. Owning a VW is not a membership requirem ent. Monthly events and meetings. Phone: 7285242.

Mud, Sweat and Gears 4x4 Club. Nonprofit family based 4x4 club in Sonora. Members represent all ages and drive all types of four-wheel-drive vehicles. Monthly club runs/events. Meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month at Pine Tree Restaurant, Sonora. New members welcome. Phone: 928-3772.

Sonora A' s. Club members participate in community activities as well as touring in their vehicles.

Restoration and preservation of Ford Model As. Model A ownership not required. Meets fourth

Just Dance. Meets from 1 to 4 p.m. every third Sunday at the Presbyterian Church of the 49ers in Columbia. Live music. Ballroom, swing, Latin and country western dancing. Free dance instruction is offered during the dance and a line dance is taught during intermission. All ages welcome and no partner is needed. A $5 donation is requested to benefit the church's Historic Sanctuary Restoration and Maintenance Fund. Call for more information and additional class listings. Phone: 532-1859.

Dolls Mother Lode Doll Study Club. Study group for doll collectors, doll makers. Affiliated with United Federation of Doll Clubs. New members always accepted. Meets third Wednesdays at 1 p.m. at members' homes. Phone: Marian Rhoades, 532-8696.

Environment/resource use Calaveras Big Trees Association. Supports the delivery of educational and interpretive programs for Calaveras Big Trees State Park through fundraising activities. Information: http: //bigtrees.org/.

Phone: 795-3840.

Central Sierra Audubon Society. Tuolumne and Calaveras Chapter, member of National Audubon Society, educates public about conservation issues; holds monthly field trips, Christmas bird

Sonora, California counts, eagle counts in January, osprey counts in June, bird house sale in April and October. Newsletter published nine months per year. Meets third W ednesdays, except July and August, at 7 p.m ., Tuolumne County Library, 480 Greenley Road, Sonora. Information: www.centralsierraaudubon.org.

Phone: 532-0570.

Central Sierra Environmental Resource Center (CSERC). Nonprofit organization working to protect water, wildlife and wild places in the northern Yosemite region. Identifies threats to Sierra Nevada environment, educates public about ecological problems, coordinates and supports volunteer efforts. Free slide show presentations, nature programs for schools and community groups. Information: www.cserc.org. Phone: John Buckley, executive director, 586-7440.

Sierra Club. Provides programs and holds weekly and monthly outings. Promotes conservation in Tuolumne and Calaveras counties. Activities open to the public including hikes, bike rides in forests and foothills. Meets every Thursday at 8 a.m. at Mary Laveroni Community Park in Groveland.

Meets at 9 a.m. in late October through early May. Serves as a link to the Mother Lode Chapter and the national Sierra Club. For outings call, Frank Oyung, 962-7585. For conservation information, Jon Sturtevant, js3060jeyahoo.corn. Phone: 928-3010.

Sonora Beautiful Committee. Encourages tree planting, other beautification projects on public, private land within the city of Sonora. Tree-planting event for Arbor Day in March. Occasional work days in Coffill Park, Sonora. Fall tree planting. Volunteers needed. Phone: Sharon Marovich, 532-1733 or 5326937.

TuCARE. Tuolumne County Alliance for Resources and Environment. Represents private-property owners and cattle and logging businesses on landmanagement and related issues. Provides education programs for adults and children in public and private schools in Calaveras, San Joaquin, Stanislaus and Tuolumne counties. Information: www. tucare.corn. Phone: Melinda Fleming, executive director, 586-781 6.

Tuolumne County Land Trust. Works to promote land preservation as it relates to agriculture, scenic, historic, habitat values. Information: www.tuolumnecountylandtrust.org. Phone: Brian Kermeen, 7432033.

Tuolumne River Trust. Promotes stewardship of Tuolumne River and its tributaries. Leads hikes and canoe trips throughout watershed, free slideshow presentations. Address: 67 Linoberg St., Sonora.

Information: www.tuolumne.org. Phone: 588-8636.

White Pines Park Committee. Leases, runs and maintains White Pines Park, Blagen Road, White Pines (near Arnold), a 92-acre park that includes fishing, boating and swimming, playground, picnic grounds, volleyball, basketball, fitness area, disc golf and stage area. Supported by donations, recycling and yearly raffle fundraiser. Phone: Ginny Kafka, 795-1 226.

Active Living 2015 organization. Meets at 7:30 p.m. the third Wednesday at the Murphys Masonic Hall, 384 Church St., Murphys. Phone: Joan Patterson, 795-1464.

Eastern Star Patient Comfort Program. Folds gauze bandanges for third world countries and provides pillows to local county hospitals, hospice and convalescenthomes.M eets Thursdays from 9 to 11 a.m. at Calaveras Senior Center, San Andreas.

Sandy Miller, 754-1495.

Calaveras Masonic Lodge No. 78.M eets in San Andreas at Masonic Hall, Churchill and Highway 49 at7:30p.m. the second Wednesdays, preceded by dinner at 6 p.m. Phone: 736-0607.

Mark Twain Shrine Club. Division of Aahmes Shrine Center; helps provide free medical care, clinics, transportation for children 1 to 18 years old.

Performs as Mother Lode Shrine Club Clowns in hospitals, other charities and parades. Phone: President Craig Gardina, 483-2381.

Ophir Bear Mt. Masonic Lodge No. 33. Fraternal organization, sponsors scholarships and supports Coast Camp. Meets at 7:30 p.m. the first Thursday, Murphys Masonic Hall, 384 Church St., Murphys.

Phone: 728-2571.

Native Daughters of the Golden West: Ruby Parlor No. 46. Promotes the history of California; sponsors children's foundation, veterans dinner, pioneers, scholarships, education, health. Meets at 7 p.m. first Wednesday, 268 Main St., Murphys.

Information: www.ndgw.org. Parlor: 728-8735.

Phone: President Pearl Arhontes, 728-3546, or Mary Kingshill, 728-0926.

Moose Lodge No.1123: Ebbetts Pass Moose Family Center. Fraternal organization sponsors charitable activities, community service to members and others. Meets at 7 p.m. first and third Tuesdays.Also houses Women of the Moose Chapter ¹1714. Address: 1965 Blagen Road, Arnold. Web: www.ebbettspassmoose.org. Phone: 795-3112.

Tuolumne County E. Clampus Vitus: Matuca chapter. Preserves, records historic sites in Tuolumne, Calaveras, Mariposa counties. Club founded during California Gold Rush. Information: www.ecvgazette.corn/1849ml.

Figli d'ltalia. Social, dinner club for people of with at least "/4 Italian descent, 21 or older. Meets second Fridays, Sonora Elks Lodge, 100 Elks Drive. Call for reservation. Phone: Sandy Thomason, 984-5017.

Knights of Columbus. Catholic men's group m eet 7p.m. second Thursdays, Room 1, St.Patrick's Catholic Church parish hall, 98 Jackson St., Sonora. Roger Stevens, Grand Knight. Information: www.kofc.org. Phone: 532-7139.

M asons East Belt-Tuolumne Lodge No. 8.M eets 7 p.m.second Tuesdays, 16 S.W ashington St.,Sonora. Mailing: P.O. Box 3136, Sonora, CA 95370.

Phone: Harry Hughes, 586-4568.

Sonora York Rite Bodies. Meets 7 p.m. second Thursdays at 16 S. Washington St., Sonora. Phone: 736-0607.

Moose LodgeNo. 2183:LoyalOrder of Moose.

Meets first and third Thursdays at Sonora Moose Family Center, 20921 Longeway Road, Sonora.

Fraternal orders and lodges Phone: 5334653.Also houses Women of the Moose, 588-9974.

Calaveras County Mother Lode Shrine Club. Division of Aahmes Eastern Star, Azalia Star: Chapter 66. Meets in Shrine Center; helps provide free medical care, San Andreas at Masonic Hall, Churchill and High- clinics, transportation for children 1 to 18 years old. way 49, third Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Information: Performs as Mother Lode Shrine Club Clowns in www.easternstar.org. Phone: 736-0607. hospitals, other charities and parades. Meets third Eastern Star, Mother Lode: Chapter123. Fraternal Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. at Pine Tree Restaurant,

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Native Daughters of the Golden West: Golden Era Parlor No. 99. Raises funds to preserve historic sites in California, provides scholarships for local schools, holds other fundraisers. Open to California-born residents 16 or older. Meets first and third Thursdays at 7 p.m., Native Sons Hall, Columbia State Historic Park. Information: www.ndgw.org.

Phone: Angela Brown, 532-5253 or Carol Longeway, 533-281 6.

Odd Fellows, Pine Tree Lodge, No 46. Meets at 7 p.m.the second Mondays ofthe month, Odd Fellows Hall, 18382 Bay Ave., Tuolumne. Information: www.ioof.org. Phone: Dick Southern, 928-3848.

Odd Fellows, Yosemite Lodge No. 97. Meets at 6:30 p.m. the fourth Thursdays, Big Oak Flat Odd Fellows Lodge, Highway 120. Phone: Reuben, 9625912.

Odd Fellows, Sonora Lodge No. 10. Meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Information: www.ioofsonora.org. Mailing: 10 West Dodge St., Sonora, CA 95370.

BigOak Rebekahs:Lodge No. 259.M eets at5:30 p.m.thesecond Wednesdays at Big Oak FlatOdd Fellows Lodge. Social meeting at 5:30 p.m. the fourthWednesdays. Phone: Reuben Bacci,9625912.

Dogwood Rebekahs: Lodge No. 200. Meets at 10 a.m. the third Wednesday of the month at the Odd Fellows Sierra Park Lodge. Guests welcome.

Phone: Pat Monahan, 586-1192.

Tuolumne County Sheriff's Posse. Sponsors annual Mother Lode Roundup Parade and Rodeo.

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Phone: 984-4881.

Sonora Elks Lodge. Service-oriented group, mainly benefiting youth programs. Meets second and fourth Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Sonora Elks Lodge, 100 Elk Drive, Sonora. Information: www. elks.org. Phone: 533-1 587.

Women of the Moose. Helps with the Tuolumne County Health Fair and Children's Christmas Party, hosts Community Easter, Halloween and Christmas celebrations at the Moose Lodge. All proceeds go directly to local charities. Phone: 588-9974.

Friends of the Fair Friends of the Mother Lode Fair. Promotes the Mother Lode Fairgrounds and supports it through raising additional funds to insure a quality facility and excellent programs. Meets at 5 p.m. the second Thursday of the month at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. Phone: President, Bart Bloom 533-0456.

Gardening Community Garden Club. Group plants, harvests and shares chemical free fruits and vegetables with needy. Seeking volunteers and supplies. Sierra Bible Church, 15171 Tuolumne Road, Sonora. Phone: 532-1381.

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Golden Sierra Rose Society. Discussions and demonstrations with occasional out-of-town speakers about gardening, roses in particular.

Exchange of ideas on how to grow and care for roses. Meets first Sundays at 2 p.m. at Tuolumne County Library, Greenley Road. Phone: 533-3991 or 536-9415.

Sierra Rock Garden Society. Study, cultivation of low-growing perennials that grow well among rocks. Monthly meetings, seed, cutting exchanges, plant sales, international speakers, rock garden visits. Information: www.sierrarockgarden. org. Phone: Dianne Szymanski, 795-1726.

Tuolumne County Garden Club. Group members promote horticulture and gardening, encourage civic beautification, help with conservation of natural resources. Annual scholarships for students. Member of the Valley Lode District, California Garden Clubs Inc. Pacific Region, National Council of State Garden Clubs Inc. Meets third Fridays at 11 a.m., except July and August, at Tuolumne County Library. Annual rummage-plantbake sale in May. Phone: Vicki Smith, 928-3999.

Calaveras County Master Gardeners. Trained garden experts offer advice and operate a demonstration garden on Mountain Ranch Road. Sponsored by University of California Cooperative Extension,891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas.

See website for free classes held on fourth Saturdays at the demonstration garden from February through November. Web: http: //ucanr.org/sites/ calaverascountymastergardeners. Phone: hotline, 754-2880, office, 754-6477.

Tuolumne County Master Gardeners. Volunteers trained by University of California Cooperative Extension advise gardeners, hold workshops, educate public. Free demonstrations during Open Garden Days, usually held the first Saturday of each month from February through November.

Information: ht t p: //ucanr.org/sites/tuolumne county master gardeners. Phone: hotline, 5335912, office, 533-5696.

search assistance, genealogy library. Meets at San Andreas Library on second Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Information: P.O. Box 184, Angels Camp 95222.Email:calaverasgenealogyI yahoo.corn.

Information: calaverasgenealogy.corn. Phone: President Kathy Mayhew, 763-2899; Vice President Linda Novasel, 754-1325.

Calaveras County Historical Society. Offers museum, books,archives, research assistance.

Information: 30 N. Main St., San Andreas, www. calaverashistorical.corn. Phone: 754-1058.

Historical societies/ interest Celeveres County Calaveras County Historical Society and Museum. Society contracts to operate museum. For information on volunteering at the society's Red Barn Museum inSan Andreas,call754-0800. Information: www.calaverascohistorical.corn. Address: 30 N. Main St., San Andreas. Red Barn: 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas. Downtown museum phone: 754-1058.

Mokelumne Hill History Society. Small group of historical researchers interested in preserving Mokelumne Hill's history. Write for information and meeting days/times, P.O. Box 267, Mokelumne Hill, CA 95245. Website: www. mokehill.org/. Phone: 286-0507.

Society for the Preservation of West Calaveras History. Publishes historical information and collects artifacts from throughout western Calaveras County. Formed in 2006. Mailing: P.O. Box 714, Burson, CA 95225. Information: www. westcalaverashistory.org. Phone: 772-0336.

Tuolumne County Tuolumne County Genealogical Society. Volunteers help with beginning family research and local genealogy, including vital records, church records, cemeteries, voter registers, obituaries, etc. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday,10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday.

Genealogy library is housed in the Tuolumne County Museum, 158 W. Bradford Ave., Sonora.

Meetings are held at the Tuolumne County Libraryconference room on the second Monday, June, July, August, September and October at 7 p.m. November, January, February, March and Tuolumne County April meetings are at 2 p.m. December and May Sonora Smokepolers. Study of mountain are special meetings. Check the newspaper for men, shooting of muzzle-loading rifles, pistols. times and locations. Information: www.tcgson- Annual rendezvous and black powder shoots line.org. Phone: 532-1317. in April, Six Bit Gulch off Red Hills Road, near Sonora FamilySearch Center. Free access to Chinese Camp. Meets at 9:30 a.m. the third Ancestry.corn,Genealogy.corn, MyTrees.corn. Sundays ofthe month except June, July and Access to 2.2 million microfilm records from August, at Camp Six Bit. Information: floydpilSalt Lake Family History Library. Resources, ad- chard@yahoo.corn. Phone: President Floyd Pilvice for beginners. Microfilm-microfiche read- chardd, 559-6381. ers, copiers, all free. Church of Jesus Christ of Southern Tuolumne County Historical SoLatter-day Saints, 19481 Hillsdale Drive, Sono- ciety. Preserves, explores history of southern ra. Information: www.familysearch.org. Phone: Tuolumne County.Museum at 18990 Highway 536-9206.

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Sunday through Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Information: http: // Guns www.g rove la ndmuseum.org/STCHS.html.

Angels Gun Club. Offers members trap shootPhone: 962-4408. ing, rifle and pistol range, and the use of the Tuolumne City Memorial Museum. Preclub house. Monthly dinners and meetings. Adserves, researches history of industry, pioneer dress:2403 Gun Club Road, Angels Camp (next families of Tuolumne, surrounding areas. Open to Frogtown). Information: www.angelsgunfrom 1 to 4 p.m. on weekends. Museum is at club.org. Phone: 736-9357. the corner of Carter and Bay St.,18663 Carter Mother Lode Gun Club. Sponsors Junior Rifle St., Tuolumne. Information: http: //tuolumnemuGenealogy Club, teaches safety, marksmanship, hunter safeseum.wordpress.corn/. Phone: 928-3516. ty course, self defense. Holds trap shooting and Tuolumne County Historical Society. Established Calaveras County various other events. Information: http: //motherin 1956 to record, preserve, and disseminate knowlCalaveras County Genealogical Society. lodegunclub.corn.Address: 19185 Jamestown edge about Tuolumne County's colorful history.

Speakers, workshops, classes, seminars, re- Road, Jamestown. Phone: 984-4160.

Publishes the quarterly magazine Chispa and bimonthly Historian newsletter and books. Writers and Landmarks awards, scholarships, monthly programs of local historical interest. Parent organization of Tuolumne County Museum and History Research Center, 158 Bradford St., Sonora. Open Rely on our experience to find the best Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday open from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Information: www. insurance programs for you. tchistory.org. Phone: 532-4227.

Auto, Home, Health, Life, Commercial and Tuolumne Band of Cherokee Indians. Meets 2 p.m. fourth Sunday at the Tuolumne County Lieverything in between. brary on Greenley Road. Phone: 532-1902.

Tuolumne Heritage Committee. Preserves Tuolumne County's landmark buildings, archaeological sites. Information: 24 S. Washington St., Sonora. Phone: Sharon Marovich, 532-6937, 532-1733.

Tuolumne Heritage Publications. Publishes 1030 Greenley Road, Sonora books on local history. Information: 24 S. Washing~gsfg~m tonSt.,Sonora.Phone:SharonMarovich,532-6937, CA LicšOJ02939 www . c utseg.corn insurance agency 532-1733.

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Horseshoes Tuolumne County Horseshoe Club. Maintains and uses horseshoe pits at Depot Park in Tuolumne (includes shaded horseshoe pits and 14 sand courts, is open to the public). Hosts several tournaments. Meetings vary, call for information. Phone: 928-4618.

Library volunteers Friends of the Calaveras County Library. Creates and supports library programs (story hours, etc.), promotes and raises funds for Calaveras County libraries, outreach programs. Helps with used book stores in all branches. Each branch library has its own Friends chapter. See website for contact information. Information: www.calaverasreads.corn.

Phone: 754-6510.

Friends of the Library, Tuolumne County. Volunteers support library programs, promote and raise funds for Tuolumne County libraries, outreach programs, help with used book stores in all branches.

Board meets 10 times a year, on second Tuesday of the month in Sonora Library meeting room. Information: www.tuolcolib.org. Phone: 533-5507.

Military support groups Operation: MOM. Military family support group for anyone with loved ones serving, or those interested in becoming involved. Meets 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.second Saturday atSonora Veterans Memorial Hall, 9 N. Washington St., Sonora. Information: www.operati onmom.org. Phone: Pat Padavana, 532-8051.

M oto rcycles American Motorcyclist Association. SponsorsSonora Toy Run. Meets at7 p.m .the second Wednesday of the month at various members' homes. Information: www.sonoratoyrun.corn.

Phone:Carlen Wilcox,532-0535.

Christian Motorcyclists Association, Sierra Saints Chapter. Born-again Christians minister to other motorcyclists, serve the community, participate in parades and recreational rides, improve the image of motorcyclists. Meets fourth Mondays at 6 p.m. for dinner, 7 p.m. meeting, Pine Tree Restaurant, Sonora. Breakfast ride on second Saturday of month, meet at Jeb's Hill Country Cooking at 8:30 a.m., ride at 9:45 a.m. Information: http: //cmanwr1.org/CAN/SIERRASAINTS/meeting-info.aspx.

Phone: President Richard Jones, 480-3427.

Harley Owners Group Motorcycle Club (H.O.G.), Jamestown Chapter No. 8102. Promotes activities for members, relationships between Harley-Davidson riders, Jamestown Harley-Davidson Dealership, Harley-Davidson Motor Company. Members must belong to international organization of H.O.G. to be active members in local chapter. Supports Muscular Dystrophy Association, other charities, Jamestown Cub Scouts, monthly group rides, scholarship fund for motorcycle mechanic school.

Group meets first Thursday at 7 p.m., potluck at 6 p.m. Information: www.jamestowncahog.org.

Phone:Steve Haskill,586-4034.

Needlework Golden Needles. Sierra Bible Church, 15171 Tuolumne Road, Sonora. Crochets and knits hats, scarves,lap robes,afghans,baby blankets and caps

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for Food Pantry clients, Seniors at Avalon, Foothill days. Tour guides and car hosts needed. Apply Pregnancy Center and the homeless in San Fran- at the park during regular hours. formal training cisco. Welcomes new members. Use your hands program begins in February. Information: www. for God! Need yarn donations. Meets second Mon- railtown1897.org. Phone: 984-3953. day of each month. Phone: Joan Allen, 533-9211 or California State Railroad Museum Foundation.

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Collects, preserves, studies, exhibits and interKnotty Knitters of Calaveras. Projects include chemo hats for adults and children, as well as hats prets selected aspects of railroads and railroadfor foster children during the holidays. New knit- ing, with an emphasis on California and the West. ters welcome. Weekly meetings Wednesdays at Address: 125 I Street, Sacramento. Information: 10 a.m. at Middleton's Hallmark Shop in Angels www.csrmf.org. Phone: 916-323-9280.

Camp. Phone: Sharon, 890-7352.

Mother Lode Weavers and Spinners. Guild m eetings at10 a.m .on second Tuesday atChurch Snowmobiling of the 49ers in Columbia, with no meetings in Bear Valley Snowmobile Club. Association of July or August. Information: www.mlwsguild.org. snowmobile riders working toward having a uniPhone: President Kathy Nystrom, 588-1514. fied voice on issues that affect the right to ride, Studio 49. Fiber enthusiasts meet 10 a.m. to educate members on important issues of concern 2 p.m. on the second Saturday at the Tuolumne and safety, create an environment of cooperation County Library on Greenley Road in Sonora. Inforand awareness about the community in which we mation: www.mlwsguild.org.

Sierra Needle Artists. Needlework meetings, ride and enjoy our sport and support the commuworkshops and lectures. Affiliated with Embroi- nity in which we ride through activities, financial derers' Guild of America. Club was formed in support and goodwill. Information: www.sites.

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Tuolumne County Library meeting room, 480 Phone: Greg Jensen, 795-6194.

Greenley Road, Sonora. Phone: President Roberta Graham, 588-8339 or Jan Cargill, 532-4686.

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National Storytelling Network, Sierra Nevada Foothills-CA Region No. 7. Serves Mariposa, Tuolumne, Calaveras, Amador, El Dorado, Placer and Nevada counties. Gives organizational support to libraries, schools, day care centers, park and museum docent programs with training, networking and resource development. Helps support individuals involved in storytelling and spoken-word arts.

Contact State Liaison Storyteller B.Z. Smith. Information:bzsmith@me.corn. Phone:532-7697.

Support organizations Widowed Persons Association of California (WPAC). Nonprofit, all volunteer support and social organization. Helps widowed men and women of all ages cope with the loss of their spouse and rebuild their lives. Twenty chapters in California.

Currently working on opening a Calaveras County chapter. Information: http: //widowedcal.org/. Stockton chapter Phone: 472-1357.

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American Legion Calaveras Post 376. Supports Boys' State, grants "Lance Cpl. Gavin Social justice Brummond Memorial scholarships" for high Mother Lode Martin Luther King Jr. Commit- school seniors graduating from West Point or Newcomers tee. Non-partisan committee that promotes and Railroad Flat, conducts American education Newcomers Club of Tuolumne County. Social group open to Tuolumne County residents of less presents programs that honor the life of Martin to local schools, offers dinners to community than three years or former residents who have Luther King Jr. Information: Motherlode Martin Lu- every Friday night, monthly buffet breakfast. been away for two years or more. Interest groups, ther King, Jr. Committee, P.O. Box 254, Tuolumne, Meets fourth Wednesdays at 6 p.m., American activities for couples and singles. Information: CA 95379. Information: patcervellil frontiernet.net. www.tcnc.org. Phone: President Bill Burnes, 533- Phone: Pat Cervelli, 928-3494.

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Mother Lode Fly Fishing Club. Guest speakMembers train each other to communicate, overers, programs pertaining to fly fishing. Meets at 6 p.m. third Wednesdays, Tuolumne Utilities District come fear of public speaking. New members, Board Room, 18885 Nugget Blvd., Sonora. Phone: guestswelcome. Meets Wednesdays at6:45 a.m., President Cary Westbrook, 533-2314; member- Papa's New Roost, 20049 Highway 108. Phone: 9281848. ship, Jerry Whaley, 532-1699.

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Independence Hall Quilters. Holds annual Quilt Tuolumne County Stamp Collectors Club. Open Faire at Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys. Dona- to anybody interested in stamps and stamp coltions go to Women's Crisis Center and Child Pro- lecting. Owning a stamp collection is not a requiretective Services, Shriner's Hospital, high school ment.Meets at7 p.m. the second Wednesday of scholarships, area youth with catastrophic illness the month, Tuolumne County Library,480 Greenley or accidents, area schools, parks, libraries and Road,Sonora.Phone:Bob Guimarin, 984-5138. other community organizations. Meets in Arnold.

Information: www.independencehallquilters.corn.

Storytelling Phone: 795-2152.

Sierra Quilt Guild of Tuolumne County. All levMother Lode Storytelling Guild. Affiliated with els of quilters invited, both traditional and modern The National Storytelling Guild. Anyone interested quilting. Meets second Monday at 7 p.m. at Tu- in the art of storytelling and its many applications is olumne County Senior Center, Sonora. Informa- invited to meetings, 4 to 6 p.m. on the third Saturtion: www.sierraquiltguild.corn. Phone: Nancy day, September through April, Angels Camp MerJohnson, 532-7521. cantile. This October 17 to 19 MLSG will host the "Sierra Story Winds Retreat" in Murphys with performances, workshops, storytelling contests and Railroad enthusiasts networking opportunities. Information: www.sierVolunteers of Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. ranevadastorytelling.org or email: motherlodestoMembers restore and repair old cars, host week- rytellers@gmail.corn. Phone: Colleen Dolan, 743end train rides. Thursdays are volunteer work 3210 or B.Z. Smith, 532-7697.

Legion Hall, 2769 Upper Dorray Road, Glencoe.

Information: www.legion.org. Phone: Tom Correa, 293-3331.

American Legion Smyth-Bolter Post No. 58, Sonora. Supports Boys' State, college scholarships for high school seniors, Junior Grizzlies rifle team, Sonora High School Baseball team, contributes to Meals on Wheels and Interfaith Food Bank, Memorial Services held at Mountain Shadow Cemetery yearly. Meets third Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Monthly breakfast, 8 a.m., first Sundays, Veterans Memorial Hall, 9 N. Washington St., Sonora. Information: www.americanlegionsonora.org. Phone: Commander Lonald Lott, 402-8204 or Ed Sudduth, 533-0427.

American Legion Post No. 681, Twain Harte.

Meets third Tuesdays at noon, American Legion Hall, Manzanita Drive, Twain Harte. Phone: Commander ClarkBeermann, 586-3387.

American Legion Post No. 102, Bill Brinlee.

Meets first Tuesdays at 7 p.m., 189 Pine St., Valley Springs. Information: www.legion.org.

Disabled American Veterans, Sonora Chapter 119.Open to anyone who suffered service-connected disability, injury, illness or was a prisoner of war. Meets every third month on second Thursdays at 5 p.m., Veterans Memorial Hall, 9 N. Washington St., Sonora. Phone: Phil Hubbs, 984-3799.

Operation: MOM. Support group for military families, loved ones. Meets 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. second Saturday at Sonora Veterans Memorial

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Veterans Service Office of Tuolumne County. Helps veterans establish Veterans Administration benefits. Helps veterans with federal paperwork. Open weekdays 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m., 105 E. Hospital Road. Phone: 533-6280.

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter No. 391, Tuolumne County. For those who served in military during Vietnam era (Aug. 5, 1960, to May 7, 1975). Works to improve conditions for veterans, scholarships, helps needy veterans and their families, improve public perceptions of Vietnam veterans.Meets second Tuesdays at 7 p.m., Veterans Memorial Hall, Sonora, 9 N. Washington St. Information: www.vietnamveterans391.org. Phone: Dick Southern, 9283848.

Visiting Hospitalized Veterans. Members visit veterans in area care homes, deliver gifts, make cheerful contacts on birthdays and at Christmastime. Meets first Thursdays every other month at 5 p.m. at Veterans Hall, Sonora.

Mailing: P.O. Box 153,Jamestown, CA 95327.

Phone: Phil Hubbs, 984-3799.

Hall, 9 N. Washington St., Sonora. Information: www.operationmom.org. Phone: Pat Padavana, 532-8051.

Tuolumne County Veterans Committee Inc. Umbrella organization, oversees Veteran's Memorial Hall in Sonora. Meets first Wednesday at 7 p.m., Veterans Memorial Hall, 9 N. Washington St., Sonora. Phone: Dick Southern, 928-3848.

Veterans of Foreign War Military Service Program. Helps current reserve, national guard and active duty military families financially and other ways. Phone: Northern California Chairman Aaron Rasmussen, 951-692-2236.

Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post No. 3154, Sonora. Business meetings first Fridays at 7 p.m., potluck socials third Fridays at 5 p.m., annual picnic third Sunday in August. Mini-socials from 1:30 to 5 p.m. Saturdays. Address: Veterans Memorial Hall, 9 N. Washington St., Sonora. Seekingnew combat vets. Phone: Commander Ralph Lopez, 536-9365.

Veterans of Foreign Wars: Post No. 4748, Tuolumne.Business meetings second Thursdays of each month at 7 p.m., Tuolumne Memorial Hall in Tuolumne. Email: vfwpost4748Layahoo.corn. Phone: Commander Aaron Rasmussen, 951-692-2236.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Sonora.

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For older adults out there looking for what's next in life, the application period for Leadership Tuolumne Seniors is open, and organizers invite local residents to enroll and find out what "life part II" is about.

The program is designed to attract activebaby boomers, retirees and others who want to get involved in local government, nonprofit agencies,

committees and other kinds of community service.

There is no minimum or maximum age requirement, but it is geared toward people moving into the next chapter in their life, post-career, said Chairman Carleton Penwell, of Columbia.

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age-scape," Penwell said. "There are both challenges and opportunities."

Baby boomers,unlike aging generationsbefore them, have 20 to 30 more years of active, vital community involvement ahead of them, Penwell said.

"They are not like any previous generation," Penwell said. "They are healthier, wealthier, better educated and havea longer life expectancy than previous generations."

The program canhelp turn an interest into a hobby and turn a hobby into apassion, he said.

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Applications are available by calling Carleton Penwell at 532-8583 or emailing him at carpatOmlode.corn.

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A program of the Tuolumne County Commission on Aging, the series of classes is similar to Leadership Tuolumne County, operated by the Tuolumne County Chamber of Commerce. That program targets working residents interested in learning

but also acquainting them with personal introspection," Penwell said.

Leadership Tuolumne Seniors is especially important to Tuolumne County because 41 percent of the population is 55 and older, Penwell said.

"Baby boomers want to be involved. This program makes it easier for them to link up and get involved," Penwell said. "Couch potatoes need not apply. We' re looking for active,

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By LACEY PETERSON The Union Democrat

When Columbia resident Ed Wyllie retired in 2010, he didn't plan on getting another full time job. He had a "bucket list" of organizations and causes he wanted to volunteer with.

Wyllie was 10 months into retirement &om a career in public works administration when he accepted the executive director position at the Sonora Area Foundation.

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Ed Wyllie, of Columbia, retired from his job with City of Sonora in 2010, but didn't stay retired for long before taking on the executive director position for the Sonora Area Foundation.

of dollars to community members and causes. It alsomanages donor and charitable funds.

Wyllie, 58, was the community development director at the City of Sonora and worked for the city for 22 years. Before that, he worked at CentralSierra Planning Agency for 9 V2 years.

In his second career, Wyllie is the head of a foundation, directed by a board and donors,thathas $45 million in assets.

"I could be golfing right now ... but part of it is, I like a good challenge," Wyllie said. "It was so different from the work I did before."

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The program also offers free notary services.

The program serves clients on Wednesdays only. Appointments are encouraged butnot required. Walk-

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has kept Wyllie's faculties focused and sharp.

Wyllie said he encourages other retired people to consider getting out and volunteering.

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them: living trusts, conservatorships,

complicated tax issues, bankruptcy Tuolumne, Amador and Mariposa and court cases.

Volunteer attorneys review legal problems and intervene on behalf of clients, including referrals to a local

Wyllie said he thinks learning new things helps keep a person sharp.

He recognized that when he'd been out of the everyday grind, he felt a little muddled. But having

Hospice of Amador 4 Calaveras

gram serves residents inCalaveras, counties,regardless of age.

something new everyday. There was a lot to learn.

There's a lot to be done."

Did you know there is a choice of Hospice Care in Calaveras County?

e a a vocac o ere in ot er o ecounties The free L egal A dvocacy pro-

different career, so just tell me if it's not working and we' ll find someone else,'" Wyllie said.

Now, a few years into the job, Wyllie says he is happy he took it.

"I like it a lot. I like what the foundation does," he said.

He enjoys being able to give back to the community through the foundation and being involved with local issues.

"Because of the newness of it, it hasn't worn off I don't think it will," Wyllie said. "I think I learn

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The phone number is 588-1597.

People can leave a message and

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someone will call them back.

The program is housed at the Mother Lode Office of Catholic Charities at 88 Bradford St., Sonora, and is open from 8:30a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays.

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5A A I Money, estate planning help available Basic estate planning involves mak- " Don't wait u n ti l y ou' re 90 or unt i l ing sure assets and health care deci- you' re on the doorstep of a nursing sions are covered in the event of death

home — start in your 50s, 60s or be-

or incapacity. fore."

Revocable living trusts have become a popular alternative to wills.

Financial advice A trust willtransfer assets to heirs

without having to go through probate, Financial adviser Todd Simonson which is time-consuming and involves said planning your f i nancial future costly attorney, executor and court boils down to "figuring out where fees, said Sonora lawyer Jim Gianelli, you' re at and where you' re headed." who, along with his partner, Tamara Simonson, a certified financial planPolley, specializes in estate planning ner with E d ward Jones, in Sonora, and elder law. said it's his job to make sure his cliSetting up a trust costs about twice

as much as a will, but it's cheaper in the long run and makes the process much easier for your heirs, Gianelli said.

Gianelli, who has been practicing law for thepast 30 years and has more than 5,000 active clients, estimates 95 percent of his clients have revocable living trusts instead of a will.

In addition to deciding where your assets go,it's also essential to have

health care directives that spell out who is able to make health care decisions in your stead. The directives

also document your choices with respect to "end of life" decisions, pain medication and other issues, should you become incapacitated.

"These are very

i m p ortant d ocu-

ments becausethey name an advocate who can talk to a doctor on your be-

half and get second opinions if you' re unable to make health care decisions yourself," Gianelli said.

Something else to consider, Gianelli said, is long-term care planning.

Medi-Cal patients at skilled nursing facilities, which can cost $7,000 to $10,000 per month, find that the State of California can try to recover medical costs after they die by placing a lien on their property.

Gianelli said planning ahead can protect a family's "sacred assets," such as a house, cabin or ranch that has been in the family for generations.

"You' ve got to plan early," he said.

ents have "reasonable expectations"

about what the future holds for them.

To create a client's retirement plan,

Simonson plugs various numbers into a computer program he refers to as a "retirement calculator." Those numbers include the age they want to re-

tire, how long they expect to live, their living expenses and their incomes, such as Social Security.

Every person's situation is different, he said, and some find that work-

ing a part-time job for a few years can help make their retirement more comfortable.

Simonson said it's his job to manage a client's investments, such as stocks and bonds, and make sure they are

For in-depth information on planning for longterm care, senior services and eldercare resources, visit the National Care Planning Council website at www.longtermcarelink.net.

California Health Advocates is a nonprofit organization that offers information on Medicare, Medigap and long-term care.

Visit the website at http%/ahealthadvocates.org.

The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research published "Long Term Care: Perceptions, Experiences, and Attitudes Among Americans 40and Older,"w hich found 3 out of 10 would rather not think about getting older at all.

The federal government estimates the percentage of the population of the U.S. over 65 will more than triple by 2030.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 23 percent of Calaveras County residents are 65 and older, nearly twice the state average. In Tuolumne County, 22 percent of the population is 65 and over.

The poll found most people expect family to step up if they need longt erm care — even t h ough 6 i n 1 0 haven't talked with loved ones about

the possibility and how they'd like it to work.

"You need to let people know what your wishes are," Chappelow advised.

"It'salways better to prepare a power of attorney early." " Once you' re demented or can no longer make those decisions, you can-

not appoint someone," Chappelow said.

Some people never tell r elatives that they do or don't want a feeding tube or various end-of-lifeservices, and the decisions are then left up to

the family, who often have a hard time making the decisions, Chappelow explained.

"People need to have really open conversations about what they want

toward end of life," Chappelow said.

There are various types of longterm care and options, from staying

in the home as long as possible, to moving into an assisted living com-

they'd need help getting around or

munity with care ranging from independent living to skilled nursing and

caring for themselves.

enhanced care.

Only a quarter of respondents felt

At places like Avalon, where reha"I would advise people to plan ahead," said Lisa Chappelow, admin- bilitation services are offered, people istrator at Avalon Health Care in So-

often stay there after a surgery and

nora. "It's expensive if you don't qual- go through rehab and then go home, meeting their financial projections.

Chappelow said. ify for Medicare or Medi-Cal." "Ifyou can live off 3 to 4 percent of That is often covered by Medicare, "Care isn't free," agreed Skyline your assets, plus other incomes, then Place Assisted Living marketing di- she said. you generallyhave enough money to rector Blanc Franca.

Medicare will pay 100 percent of the retire without exhausting your finanAccording to the 2012 MetLife Mar- cost for the first 20 days of rehab and cial assetsat the end of your retire- ket Survey of Long Term Care Costs, 80 percent for days 21 through 100, ment," he said. the national average monthly base Chappelow said. " Then that's where they want t o rate in an assisted living setting is make sure they' ve planned ahead and Long-term care planning $3,550.The national average hourly have supplementalinsurance which rateforhome health aides is $21 and will pay that 20 percent," Chappelow Hopefully if you are retired, you' ve part-time care for two hours a day advised. already started to plan for the possi- costs $1,260 a month, the survey said.

The national average cost of a semiFor people who cannot live on their bility of long-term medical care. own, many peoplequalify for MediAsk any insurance agent or assisted private nursing home is $6,753 a Cal or have long-term care insurance living administrator — it's better to month,the survey said. plan early.

The AP study showed only 35 per- or are private pay, she said.

"A lot of our r e sidents have long A 2013 survey examined how people cent ofadults over 40 have started to 40 andolder are preparing for the of- set aside money for long-term care, term-care insurance," Franca said of ten pricey reality of aging and found and only about 40 percent have dis- Skyline residents. two-thirds have done little to no plan- cussed their l ong-term care preferOthers are on a pension, have rening. ences with family. t irement accounts, sold a h om e or

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have assets or income from investments, he said.

Length of stay varies from person to person.

The AP study said the federal government estimates 70 percent of Americans over 65 w il l

n eed some

form oflong-term care for an average of three years.

"We have residents who have lived here nine years and counting," Franca

said of Skyline. "I think planning early is good. I tell families, try it out. A home isn't a home when you' re isolated and you' re not getting your social aspect and care."

"Get educated on what's available on every aspect of senior care," Franca

advised.

According to California Health Advocates, annual premiums for l ongterm care insurance can range from a

few hundreddollarsifyou buy at age 45, to several thousand dollars if you buy at age 75.

There are three types of LTC policies available in California: Home Care Only, Nursing Home and Residential Care Facility Only, and Comprehensive.

Before LTC insurance benefits can

be paid, people must meet certain requirements listed in the policy, the California Health Advocates advise.

In California, insurance companies must pay LTC benefits when the insured cannot perform two activities of daily living like bathing, dressing or eating,or if they have a cognitive

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Commerce at 532-4212.

cial resources they' ll need.

The SCORE program was formed in 1964 and has been in Tuolumne County about 20 years.

SCORE offers the following services for entrepreneurs: • Email advice online • Face-to-face small business counseling

Program builds job skills For more information about the Senior Community Service Employment Program in Tuolumne and Calaveras counties, call Judy Ospital at 536-4705.

• Low-cost workshops "How to" ar ticles and business •

templates SCORE's business experts advise

SER — Service, Employment and Redevelopment — is a n a tionwide on: • Starting a new business nonprofit t ha t

a d dresses the needs

• Cutting unnecessary expenses

of economically challenged people in • Jump-starting an e xisting busieducation, job skills training, literacy ness and employment.

• Finding new business SER National is funded by the U.S. • Improving operational efficiency Department of Labor to operate the • Expanding your company Senior Community Service Employ• Hiring the right employees ment Program. It's t hi s community • Finding financial options service program that has helped • Increasing your sales volume many foothill residents find work and • Marketing and sales serve the community at places like li• M anaging thecash flow braries, hospitals and senior centers.

There are nine retired and semiTo qualify, participants must be 55 r etired v o lunteer c o unselors i n or older with a low income. A family Tuolumne County's SCORE program of two, for example, can't make more than $19,913 per year.

Participants are placed in a part-

who share their wisdom and lessons learned in business, VanSwoll said.

The most common advice seekers

are people who are trying to go into business for t h emselves and d on' t know what it takes, he said.

"We start with the basics," he said.

SCORE counselors help with business plans, marketing plans to find-

ing financial advice.

However, counselors don't do actual financial help or give legal advices.

"We can't fill out bank forms, but we can give them direction on the areas they' ll need to look to," VanSwoll said.

A dviceseekers range from retailto contractors to manufacturers, he said.

"The biggest demand that we see is: 'How do I find the money to start a business?'" Van Swoll said. "Most people that we find want to go into busi-

ness don't have any money."

SCORE counselorscan help advise business owners on whether the climate is right for expansion and what

they need to do to expand successfully.

F or more i n f ormation about t h e

SCORE program, go online to www. tcscore.org.

time community service training as-

signment that allows them to gain experience and expand their skills while earning an income.

Get help starting a business

impairment serious enough to require

Tuolumne County residents looking

supervision.

Medicare doesn't pay for the most

to start a new business or get advice

on their small business can get free

common types of long-term care. Yet advice from experts from the SCORE 37 percent of t h ose surveyed mis- program.

takenly think it will pay for a nursing home, and even more expect it to

"It'sa source of free information to learn to understand the concepts of

what it takes to start a business and only approved under certain condi- run a business," explained SCORE member Phil VanSwoll. tions.

The program is funded by the Small According to California Health AdBusiness Administration. vocates, long-term care benefits are not generally part of Medicare. While It is part of the Tuolumne County Medicare covers certain short-term Business Alliance, which includes the care (when skilled care is provided), Tuolumne County Economic Developit does not cover most long-term care. ment Authority and the Small BusiIf people can't afford LTC insurance, ness Development Center based in depending on income and assets, they Modesto, VanSwoll said. may be eligible for Medi-Cal, which Volunteer business counselors ofcan help pay for the services they fer advice and training at no cost, and need. appointments can be made by calling Only 27 percent of people surveyed the Tuolumne County Chamber of cover a home health aide when that' s

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