EVENTS

August 27

Ikebana : No Kenzan Arrangements * 9a - 12p - Using a Moribana to create a composition that stands by itself without the use of a Kenzan (pin frog). How to fix the branches is the crucial issue. Instructor Yasmin is a “Sensei“ (teacher) in the Sogetsu School of Japanese flower arranging. Adults and children 8 and older are welcome, as long as accompanied by a paying adult. Meeting location @ Wakamatsu Farm, Placerville/Gold Hill area. Individual classes $35/members, $40/ non-members. arconservancy.org for details.

Blackberry Jam Making Class * 9a - 2p @ Harris Family Farm: Join us and learn how to make your own blackberry jam from start to finish with our berries that you will pick! Reservations required. For information visit harrisfamilyfarm.com or call 530-644-2194.

Hawaiian Luau * 6p - 9p @ Fenton

By Debbie

Herriott Vineyards: Help us celebrate late summer and upcoming harvest Hawaiian style! Come join us after you’ve spent a wonderful day of wine tasting for a relaxing Hawaiian Luau Dinner. Enjoy a 5 course meal paired perfectly with Fenton Herriott wines while Aloha Dancers perform traditional Hawaiian dances. $55/ members, $65/non-members. For more info, visit fentonherriott.com/luau or call 530-642-2021.

Tour of the Wakamatsu Night Sky * 8p - 11p - The late summer dusk will reveal the splendors of the night sky. Learn about constellations and their mythologies, the embedded landmark stars, and planets in view. Participate in the tour from the comfort of your chairs, cots, or hammocks. Herb Tanimoto will lead this unique sky tour. There will be no telescopes. Responsible teens+ welcome. Smoke/cloudy skies cancels. Suggested donation: $5/members, $10/non-members. For event details, visit arconservancy.com.

August 27 - 28

Backpacking Trip * 8a, 8/27 - 5p, 8/28

ARC volunteer Tom Dodson leads this exploration of the Granite Chief Wilderness Area from the Grayhorse Valley Trailhead. Start off the day with a hike to the end of the Grayhorse Valley to the saddle. From the east you will see the Granite Chief Wilderness. We will hike down to Whisky Creek for the evening. Sunday morning is a short hike to Five Lakes for a swim. After lunch will be hiking back up along the backside of Picayune Valley. This is an overnight trip, so bring your own pack with supplies and food. Hike difficulty, intermediate with 1000ft. elevation gains at the beginning and end of the hike, total of 14 miles round trip. Age minimum: 14 years-old with backpacking experience. Meeting location Foresthill area. This is not a beginner’s backpacking trip. $40/ members, $55/non-members (High clearance vehicles & drivers needed. Indicate desire when signing up @ arconservancy. com/events

August 28

Hometown Pride Car Show * 10a - 3p

Union Mine FFA hosts Cars, Trucks, Tractors, Bikes & More. Family FUN Event & Fundraiser! Join us at UMHS for a fun filled day of Car Shows, Raffles, Contests, Vendor Booths, Delicious Food, Bounce House, Tractor Rides, Awards & so much more! This event is a fundraiser to help raise funds for our UMHS FFA program for the 2022/2023 school year!

Wine + Yoga = WOGA! * 8:30a - 10a Don’t miss the irresistible experience of basking in the sun as you listen to birds chirp while perfecting your down dog. These classes are slow-flowing vinyasa style and fun for all levels. Robin Lenzi of Living Fit Yoga and our tasting room team member Julia Johnsen of Joyful Yoga Breath will alternate teaching classes. Enjoy light snacks and a complimentary glass of wine afterward! $25/member, $30/ non-member. www.boegerwinery.com continued on page 31 continued from page 28

August 30

Latin Dancing * 6p - 9p - Smith Flat House presents Latin Dance Night, hosted by Joel & Ariel Beall. One and a half hour class followed by a dance social. $10 entrance fee. www.smithflathouse.com/events

September 2022 Events

1st & 3rd Sundays

Train Rides * 10a, 11a, 12p, 1p

The El Dorado Western Railroad 2022 excursion train rides continue w/ round trips from the El Dorado Station, 4650 Oriental St, El Dorado. Rides are on historic gang cars. Buy tickets onsite, $3-$8; they go fast so buy starting at 9:30 for any ride. More info: 530-663-3581 (Sunday) or museum (railroad sponsor, for general information), 530-621-5865.

Every Wednesday

Farmer’s Market * 8a - 12p

Cameron Park Farmer’s Market at Burke Junction on the corner of Coach Lane and Strolling Hills Rd.

Farmer’s Market * 4p - dusk

Placerville Farmer’s Market at 401 Main Street, Placerville, around the Bell Tower All farmers happily accept EBT and MarketMatch.

This market specializes in local fruits and vegetables, sustainable agriculture, and community. Enjoy live music, fresh produce, local vendors and fun for everyone. Call 530-919-5696 or check out the latest info on their Facebook page.

Every Thursday

Music in the Courtyard * 6p - 8p

Smith Flat House “Pickin’ on the Patio” Thursday night’s music in the courtyard from 6-8pm! Come join us on our patio! Reservations recommended.

Events

1st, 2nd, 3rd Fridays

Line Dancing * 6p - 9p

Line Dancing @ Smith Flat House: Instructed by Sara Schindler. $10 at the door. Food and drinks available for purchase.

Every Friday

Farmer’s Market * 9a - 12p

Marshall Hospital Farmer’s Market

1100 Marshall Way, Placerville

Mark your Calendars for this Wonderful Farmer’s Market near Marshall Hospital with local Artisan Vendors. Come out and enjoy your morning and support your local Farmers.

Cider Sunsets * 4p - 7p

Cider Sunset Fridays @ Hidden Star Camino are a great way to wind down from the week! Grab a cider, something tasty from the bakery and relax into the weekend. No reservations required. We will stay open until after the sun sets. www.hiddenstarcamino.com

September 3

Grand Opening * 10a - 2p

Join American River Conservancy’s grand opening ribbon-cutting celebration for the new outdoor Education Center at Wakamatsu Farm. Open Farm Day starts at 10:00 when guests are welcome to arrive. Festivities will begin at 11:00 until at least 11:30. In addition to the ribbon-cutting ceremony, enjoy live entertainment and poetry readings. Bring a picnic lunch to the farm and enjoy the peaceful shade of large oak as your eyes travel the open landscape.

September 2

Friday Night Out * 5p - 8p

Bring your whole family and enjoy an evening of live music, great food, beer, wine and shopping! 4180 Green Valley Rd, Rescue. For more information, visit www. rescuecommunitycenter.com

September 5

Car Show * 9a - 3p

Automotive Excellence Annual Car Show: This year we will be partnering and raising funds for Foothill Dog Rescue! There will be Custom & Classic vehicles, Live DJ music, vendors, a raffle with awesome prizes, a cakewalk and games, and great food! Bring your friends and family for a great day! 4600 Misourri Flat Rd #14 Free admission for the public.

September 9

Community Event * 4p - 8p Business Showcase & I Love Film Event @ Fairgrounds: This unique opportunity to talk one on one with more than 90 of the county’s best businesses in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Many of these businesses offer show specials or sales. There will be complimentary food, wine, and beer tastings, and free drawings. This event attracts film lovers and industry specialists which gives this event a fastpaced high-energy feel that you will only find at the El Dorado County Business Showcase. If you are interested in learning about the local film industry, this is a once-a-year event! Admission is free.

September 13

Golf Tournament * 8a - 12p

JOB, Inc. 2nd Annual Golf Tournament @ Apple Mountain Golf Resort. Proceeds support our JOB Dog program that pairs rehabilitated men with dogs needing rehabilitation and training. $125 golfer fee includes 18 holes, cart, balls & BBQ lunch.

September 16

Monthly Presentation * 1p - 3p

Join us at the Mother Lode Lions Club for Skeletons in the Closet: Gold Rush Stories of El Dorado County presented by Mary Cory. Free to members; non-members may attend two presentations/year at no charge. Hosted by the Sierra Renaissance Society of El Dorado County, dedicated to lifelong learning, at the Mother Lode Lions Hall, 4701 Missourri Flat Rd. For more information, please visit: srsedc.org continued on page 34