Angels Camp, CA…Bret Harte UHSD: Accepting apps for Student Body/Athletic Secretary, 8 hrs/p/day, $19.11-$21.03 p/hr. DOE. Closing date: Until Filled. More info or to apply online: https://bhuhsd-ca.schoolloop.com or contact District Office (209) 736-8340. EOE.
Angels Camp, CA…The recent news of the “Bell” being returned to Bret Harte has the community wondering what the fate of the Bell will be as Bret Harte takes it back for the first time since the 1999-2000 school year. What started back in 1986 to foster a healthy competition between the two high schools […]
Chicago,IL…IQ scores have substantially increased from 1932 through the 20th century, with differences ranging from three to five IQ points per decade, according to a phenomenon known as the “Flynn effect.” But a new study from Northwestern University has found evidence of a reverse “Flynn effect” in a large U.S. sample between 2006 and 2018 […]
Cambridge, UK…In 1802, Ludwig van Beethoven asked his doctor to describe his illness after his death, and to make this record public. The great composer’s health and cause of death have been debated ever since, but without the benefit of genetic research… until now. Beethoven’s genome has been sequenced for the first time by an […]
Toronto, Canada…In less than a month, researchers have used AlphaFold, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered protein structure database, to design and synthesize a potential drug to treat hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the most common type of primary liver cancer. The researchers successfully applied AlphaFold to an end-to-end AI-powered drug discovery platform called Pharma.AI. That included a biocomputational […]
Arnold, CA… Lackler Ceramics Date Night: The Meditative Pinch Pot! The technique of pinching invites us to slow down, feel into the clay, and release tension. Get your sweetie, your bestie, your sister, or brother and take some time to unplug and be creative together. Cup, bowl, sculpture, the options are limitless. Come with a […]
Avery, CA…Dear VUSD Families and Staff, Good morning and happy Tuesday everyone. The snow continues to fall this morning as we check conditions. All VUSD schools including, Michelson Elementary, Hazel Fischer, Avery Middle School and Independent Study will open with a 1 hour delayed start today, March 7th. This will provide our maintenance and transportation […]
Angels Camp, CA…Home Buyers Seminar on March 14th from 6 – 7:30 pm. Topics: • Down Payment Assistance Programs • Do I need 20% down to Purchase • Types of Loan Programs • Credit Score • What are Closing Costs • The Home Buying Process. Stacey Stowe Mortgage Advisor. Your Mortgage Expert in the Beautiful […]
Avery, CA…All Vallecito schools will be on a two hour delay, Monday, 3/6. Hazel Fischer elementary, Michelson Elementary & Avery Middle School / Independent Study Conditions will be assessed early tomorrow morning and if there is a change such as no power or road conditions a new message will be sent to families and emailed […]
Columbia, CA… Columbia Ghost Tours. Have you heard that there are ghosts in Columbia? Join us on the tour March 19th to find out where they lurk and the stories behind those who lived in Columbia during the Gold Rush. Contact Columbia State Historic Park at 209-588-9128. Sunday, March 19th, 2023 from 2:00-3:00pm. $10 Admission […]
Avery, CA…Hazel Fischer Elementary, Avery Middle School with Independent Study, TWO hour delay! Michelson Elementary, ONE hour delay.
Angels Camp, CA…Home Buyers Seminar on March 14th from 6 – 7:30 pm. Topics: • Down Payment Assistance Programs • Do I need 20% down to Purchase • Types of Loan Programs • Credit Score • What are Closing Costs • The Home Buying Process. Stacey Stowe Mortgage Advisor. Your Mortgage Expert in the Beautiful […]
Avery, CA…Good Morning Everyone, All VUSD Schools including Hazel Fischer, Avery Middle School, Michelson Elementary and Independent Study will be closed today, Wednesday, March 1st. Our team has been out assessing road conditions and inspecting school sites since 4am this morning. An additional 6-12 inches of snow accumulated overnight between Forest Meadows and Arnold. Road […]
Avery, CA…Hello Everyone, Vallecito Union School District has monitored conditions throughout the day and been following advisories from both the National Weather Service and Cal Trans. Based on current weather conditions and forecasts for continued snow and unsafe road conditions, VUSD will close all schools for Tuesday, Feb. 28th. We will continue to monitor conditions […]
Vallecito, CA…Local One on One or Group Training with Fitness Pro Rob Tenerowicz will help you reach your Fitness Goals. It’s never too late to enjoy the benefits of a strength and conditioning program. Men and women of any age, and any experience level (even if none) can benefit. No gym membership required – train […]
Avery, CA…Hello Everyone, Vallecito has decided to close all schools on Monday, Feb. 27th based on the National Weather Service forecasts that include Winter Storm and Blizzard Warnings for the communities in our District. With heavy snow predicted to fall overnight and throughout the day tomorrow, it is safest to close schools and minimize travel […]
Bear Valley, CA…A return of the popular midweek cross country ski clinics with Judy Bettencourt starts Thursday, February 16th. These clinics are designed to be taken as a series, or à la carte, and are open to all abilities with previous striding or skating experience. Visit our website for details and registration bvadventures.com/events This event […]
Avery, CA…Good Morning Everyone, Our VUSD team has assessed conditions this morning and all Vallecito Union schools will be on their regular school start time today, Thursday, Feb. 23rd. The upper bus serving AMS/HFE will run the Snow Route stopping at Hwy 4 stops only today. Parking lots and sidewalks are being cleared this morning […]
San Andreas, CA…On February 10, 2023, The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office had three deputies graduate the Stanislaus Regional Training Police Academy. All three were previously Calaveras County Jail Correctional Officers and are excited to make the transfer from the jail to patrol. Although working in the jail is not a requirement to become a patrol […]
Bear Valley, CA…A return of the popular midweek cross country ski clinics with Judy Bettencourt starts Thursday, February 16th. These clinics are designed to be taken as a series, or à la carte, and are open to all abilities with previous striding or skating experience. Visit our website for details and registration bvadventures.com/events
Angels Camp, CA… CSTARS Kids Presents… Willy Wonka Jr. at Bret Harte Theater this Friday, February 17th, 2023 from 7 PM – 8:30 PM. The delicious adventures of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film, in addition […]
Angels Camp, CA…On Wednesday, February 8th, twenty one Bret Harte FFA members traveled to Linden High School to compete in the Mother Lode FFA Sectional speaking contest. These competitors participated against 11 schools from the section. The Creed Speaking competition is only available for freshmen in agriculture. They have to memorize the five paragraphs of […]
Columbia, CA… Community Job Fair at Columbia College, Sonora CA on Wednesday, February 15th from 1 PM – 4 PM. Columbia College and Mother Lode Job Training are hosting a Community Job Fair on Wednesday, February 15 from 1pm-4pm in the Oak Pavilion. This event is open to Columbia College students, alumni, and community members. […]
Frogtown, CA… Miss Rodeo California Swing Dance Shootout & Dinner at Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee on Sat, March 4, 2023, from 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM! Enjoy swing dance lessons, a delicious Italian dinner, a dance competition, a raffle and auction all at this Swing Dance Shootout! This event is a fundraiser […]
Sonora, CA… Community Job Fair at Columbia College, Sonora CA on Wednesday, February 15th from 1 PM – 4 PM. Columbia College and Mother Lode Job Training are hosting a Community Job Fair on Wednesday, February 15 from 1pm-4pm in the Oak Pavilion. This event is open to Columbia College students, alumni, and community members. […]
Bear Valley, CA…A return of the popular midweek cross country ski clinics with Judy Bettencourt starts Thursday, February 16th. These clinics are designed to be taken as a series, or à la carte, and are open to all abilities with previous striding or skating experience. Visit our website for details and registration bvadventures.com/events This event […]
Frogtown, USA… A Celtic Heritage Celebration! March 10th -12th, 2023. The 37th Annual Calaveras Celtic Faire returns with the Largest and Biggest Celtic Event on the West Coast! Celebrating the cultures of Brittany (Breizh), Cornwall (Kernow), Wales (Cymru), Scotland (Alba), Ireland (Éire), Isle of Man (Mannin, or Ellan Vannin) Galicia (Galiza), and Asturias, (Asturies) We […]
Sonora , CA… Join us on February 11th for the 15th annual county Poetry Out Loud competition that will be held at the Red Church in Sonora from 2:00 PM-4:30 PM. Free Admission! Eight participating students from local high schools will compete for prizes and the opportunity to advance to the state finals. Three schools […]
Sonora, CA… Paint your very own masterpiece at Indigeny Reserve in this guided painting event for $25/$40 Ticket Admission! Bring your friends & family to make colorful memories together February 12, 2023 at 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Painting (acrylic) begins immediately and breaks are provided throughout the event. Indigeny Reserve is an all ages outdoor […]
Columbia, CA… February 11th, 2023, 1:00 PM-4:00 PM. Every second Saturday of the month see inside special exhibits, stores and residences not regularly open to the public. Docents in period attire provide demonstrations and history of the times for visitors. If you’re lucky, the gambling table will be set up on the boardwalk for everyone […]
