San Andreas, CA…All our old friends, plus a few new ones, are here in this classic, marvelous musical adaptation. We’ll meet the captivating Princess Snow White, the prince, the evil queen, and, of course, the seven mischievous dwarfs — Sarge, Gabby, Gloomy Gus, Ticklish, Spritely, Snore, and Slowpoke. There’s also a hilarious palace cat and […]
Angels Camp, CA…BLOOD DRIVE!! Donate blood to help our community On the 15th of May, 2023, seniors will be hosting a Blood Drive that is not only open to our students, but also open to the community. It will be located at the Bret Harte High School, Angels Camp in the Multi Purpose Room at […]
Angels Camp, CA…On April 25th, twelve Bret Harte FFA members made their way down to Delta college to receive their California State FFA Degree. The State FFA degree is the highest honor that the state of California can bestow upon a FFA member. Qualifying for your State Degree is no easy task; it requires time, […]
Angels Camp, CA…Angels Camp – Dancers from the Studio 4 School of Dance will perform dance numbers in a variety of dance styles the first weekend in May at the Bret Harte Theater in Angels Camp. Dancers are excited to welcome the public once again to the beloved Studio 4 Dance Theater Spring Showcase. Dance […]
Arnold, CA…Is your youth ready to get their wheels off the pavement and onto dirt with confidence? Is your family keen to enjoy the local trails, but not sure where to start? The Norco Dirt Series After School Progression Series is here for your youth! Specifically catered to new riders ages 6-10 years old, build […]
Sonora, CA…The Columbia College Community Chorus is proud to present its exciting Spring 2023 concert. American composer Randall Thompson is featured in the first half. Frostiana, with Robert Frost’s evocative poetry and the tantalizing harmonies of Randall Thompson, is complemented by Alleluia, restrained yet luscious, plus his work The Last Words of David. The second […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…Come taste some chili at the Mountain Ranch Community Park! Only $5 to taste each chili, and $10 to enter your very own special chili recipe. Enjoy the petting zoo, silent & dessert auction, music and entertainment. All proceeds support the Mountain Ranch 4H Club. Call 209-996-4910 or email skipnshannon@gmail.com for more information! […]
Angels Camp, CA…Angels Camp – Dancers from the Studio 4 School of Dance will perform dance numbers in a variety of dance styles the first weekend in May at the Bret Harte Theater in Angels Camp. Dancers are excited to welcome the public once again to the beloved Studio 4 Dance Theater Spring Showcase. Dance […]
Murphys, CA…The Union Public Utility District (UPUD), City of Angels (COA), and Utica Water and Power Authority (Utica) invite the community to attend a free video premiere of “Water: Our Gold” at 6 p.m. Thursday May 4 at the Ironstone Vineyards Music Room. This video tells the fascinating, 170-year story of our community’s water supply […]
San Andreas, CA…The 52nd Annual Calaveras County Spelling Bee Championship returned after three years on April 13 at the Calaveras River Academy/Mountain Oaks gymnasium. Twenty-six students from five schools competed for placement in their grade level and a chance to advance to the State Spelling Bee on May 13th at the San Joaquin County Office […]
Arnold, CA…Join the first Arnold Rim Trail Association event of 2023 this Saturday, April 15th, a wonderful guided nature walk titled “Get to Know Your Conifers”. For this April 15th walk, which starts at the Logging Museum, Mary Anne recommends parking in the Hazel Fischer Elementary School parking lot because there is still some snow […]
Ithaca, NY…To manage atmospheric carbon dioxide and convert the gas into a useful product, Cornell scientists have dusted off an archaic – now 120 years old – electrochemical equation. The group aims to thwart the consequences of global warming and climate change by applying this long-forgotten idea in a new way. The calculation – named […]
San Andreas, CA – In a major step to provide all Californians with access to equitable learning opportunities, Governor Gavin Newsom announced that every Californian can now receive live, 24/7 online tutoring and homework help in every K-12 subject with Brainfuse HelpNow. Brainfuse has provided supplemental educational services for over twenty years, including online homework […]
Murphys, CA…New this year, Cornhole and Bocce tournaments at the Michelson Parents Club Chicken in a Barrel! Sponsored by Gateway Press, each winning team will be presented with a HUGE custom trophy! Sign up today to support the Michelson Elementary students! https://chicken-in-a-barrel.square.site/shop/tournaments/3
Angels Camp, CA…Congratulations to Mr. David Duggan for being named the 2023 Bret Harte Teacher of the Year! Mr. Duggan is our technical theater, audio production and video production instructor, as well as the Dr. Elliott A. Smart Performing Arts Center Director. He exemplifies outstanding teacher support to our students and reflects extraordinary talents and […]
Murphys, CA…The 2022-2023 Bret Harte FFA Greenhand officer team is holding a fundraiser on April 18th at El Jardin in Murphys. From noon to 8PM, a portion of the proceeds will go to the FFA program for our end of the year annual FFA banquet. You can dine-in or take-out and you will still be […]
Angels Camp, CA…Luau by the Lake Our Annual Auction Gala is Saturday April 22, 2023 at 5:00 PM at 1253 Lakeside Drive, Angels Camp.
Jackson, CA…Join UC Master Food Preservers of Amador/Calaveras Counties on Saturday, April 22nd from 9am to 12noon at the Amador County GSA Building, 12200-B Airport Road in Jackson. We’ll demonstrate how to pickle vegetables to serve with home-made Bloody Mary mix or on a beautiful charcuterie board. Class demonstrations include a home-canned Bloody Mary mix, […]
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 […]
