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Open your (check) book for the library Claire Purtich Friends of the El Dorado Hills Library 2020 could have been a very difficult year for the El Dorado Hills Library due to decreased funding. Fortunately, the Friends of the El Dorado Hills Library immediately provided $25,000 to alleviate the shortfall of funds and the community donated $33,000 in response to the Friends’ end-of-year campaign, including a $8,000 match from the Serrano Men’s Book Club. Last year the Friends and EDH Library staff accomplished so much with the community’s generous financial
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The Oak Ridge High School varsity girls volleyball team proudly holds high the Sac-Joaquin Section trophy after defeating Cosumnes Oaks Saturday evening, 3-0, in the championship game. The girls now set their sights on the CIF state championship, playing their first game Nov. 11.
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VETERANS DAY
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She is a volunteer hospital aide at Marshall Hospital, has volunteered at the Pope Humane Animal Shelter and has provided consistent and continual person-to-person assistance and referral to homeless veterans and the veterans community as a volunteer at the Placerville-based Military Family Support Group. Most notably, Newman assisted last year’s Veteran of the Year, Leo Cooper, in providing hot meals and frozen prepared meals to veterans in need and created and maintained a veteran case management system that tracks services rendered for El Dorado Veterans Resources and the MFSG. “When others are unable to come in, Jennifer gives up her free time to cover shifts in order to keep the EDVR office running as much as possible and she participates in committees and subcommittees, which is invaluable to the mission of the organization,” praised retired Navy Chief Petty Officer and Veterans Administration Vet Center Outreach Specialist Tim Whalen when
nominating Newman for the honor. Chief Whalen noted Newman’s tireless support of and noble sacrifices for veterans throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and the Caldor Fire, which has been described as the largest emergency response in support of displaced veterans in El Dorado County history. Inspired by her departed husband, CMSgt. James Allan Newman, CAANG, who served with her in the Air Guard, Newman served in Guard personnel and recruiting positions through much of her 21 years of military service. During Operation Desert Storm (the Gulf War), she volunteered to load massive C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 129th Air Rescue and Recovery Group, which are used in humanitarian relief, disaster response and firefighting. Following her husband’s untimely death from Alzheimer’s disease, she devoted herself to staying active by volunteering to help others and carries his ■
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MSgt. Jennifer Newman, seen here holding a photo of her late husband who was also a veteran, was chosen by a committee of veterans as Veteran of the Year in El Dorado County.
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SPEAR reunion Nov. 13: Suicide Prevention Education and Resources helped save lives in El Dorado County. A final reunion for those involved in and those who benefited from SPEAR is set at Sienna Restaurant in El Dorado Hills. At least one person who thrived thanks to help from SPEAR will speak at the luncheon. To RSVP call Vivian at (209) 8345110.
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Who will you honor on Veterans Day?
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“Mr. Vickers. He was a really sweet man who made an impact on our family.”
“My grandfather. He was a WWII veteran who passed away four years ago. He was one of my best friends.”
“My fellow soldiers. I’m a veteran myself.”
“My grandfather. He was in the Navy.”
Craft fair Nov. 20: The Cameron Park Community Services District hosts the Old Fashioned Christmas Craft Faire, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the community center, 2502 Country Club Drive. With more than 50 local handmade craft vendors signed up, this is sure to be a hot spot for the most unique holiday gifts this season.
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“My great-grandfather was a bombardier and a navigator in the Korean and Vietnam wars.”
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Student of the Year Congratulations, Elijiah Roberts The Rotary Club of El Dorado Hills and Rolling Hills Middle School celebrated Elijiah Roberts as Student of the Year. Teacher Leah Davis told the crowd at a recent Rotary breakfast meeting that she’s very proud of Elijiah, commending him for his “positive attitude.” The eighth-grader serves on the RHMS Student Council, has success in the classroom and shows kindness to his peers, notes Principal Debbie Bowers. “He does anything that needs to be done,” she boasted. As for his efforts inside and outside the classroom, Elijiah said, “I’m happy to be a part of Rolling Hills.” He thanked his teacher, principal, family and Rotary for the honor. Elijiah received a plaque, illustrated dictionary and $50.
Garden class Nov. 20: UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County hosts a Growing Citrus class with Master Gardener Phyllis Lee, 9-10:30 a.m. Sign up for this free virtual class to see how you can grow citrus successfully in the community. Lee will inform the novice and experienced citrus grower on what makes for successful growing in this county, what pests to watch for, how to protect during our cold nights and harvesting. Registration is required for this virtual class, at any time before or during the session. Register at surveys. ucanr.edu/survey. cfm?surveynumber =35609.
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Student of the Year Elijiah Roberts, center, is all smiles with Buckeye Union School District Superintendent David Roth, Rolling Hills Principal Debbie Bowers, grandmother Marilyn Lewotzky and teacher Leah Davis, left to right.
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photograph as a reminder of him being with her throughout all she does for others. Also being honored at Veterans Day ceremonies is David Zelinsky, who will receive the Veterans Service and Support Award from the El Dorado County Veterans Alliance for his dedication to those veterans who live on the edges of society. EDCVA President Gary Campbell said, “In the past seven years, as service officer for American Legion Post 119 in Placerville, David has assisted nearly 1,000 veterans. Roughly half were homeless or criminal justice involved. The rest had ‘middle class’ problems, such as needing help with a utility payment or guidance in moving to a veterans home. “What makes his contributions so remarkable is that David is a civilian with no military service, yet his voluntary service to veterans is so exceptional and giving that we vets all think of him as having walked in combat boots every bit as much as any of us who served,” Campbell added. Campbell continued, “During the Caldor Fire, David sought housing, funding and
assistance for displaced veterans. We know that he’s often pulled from his own pocket to purchase food or pay for the expenses of veterans in need of immediate help. David finds ways to fund property taxes for veterans about to be evicted and has counseled hundreds on substance abuse, veterans housing and getting back on the straight and narrow. He, more than anyone else we can name in this county, has worked tirelessly and effectively to get vets housed, fed, clothed and away from the dark memories that have torn their lives apart.” Thursday will be the first time in two years that an in-person ceremony has been held at the El Dorado County Veterans Monument at 360 Fair Lane, Placerville. Since the 2019 Veterans Day event, only broadcast and webcast ceremonies have occurred due to quarantining necessitated by the COVID19 pandemic. High vaccination rates among those over 50 and that the event is held outdoors influenced the decision to return to in-person attendance, as authorized by county Health Officer Dr. Nancy Williams. Nevertheless, the EDCVA is asking unvac-
cinated persons to consider wearing masks for their own protection and that of other unvaccinated persons. “We expect over 1,000 people to attend Thursday’s ceremony and those who attend are in for a spectacular show,” said Campbell. “Conditions permitting, we anticipate six World War II warbirds to participate in three flyovers, including a pre-ceremony demonstration of formation flying, a flyover during the national anthem and a missing man formation. If all that happens, it would be the largest flight of World War II warbirds over El Dorado County at any Veterans Day ceremony.” The flyovers are led by flight leader Chuck Wahl of Cameron Park’s renowned Vulture’s Row Aviation, noted for its award-winning restorations of WWII Navy and Marine Corps warbirds. A video of the ceremony will be webcast on El Dorado County veterans Facebook pages and broadcast on SCA-TV2 (Comcast) later this week. Read more about El Dorado County’s Veterans Day ceremony on VillageLife.com.
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Hands4Hope raises $20K at festival News release The fourth annual Hands4Hope – Youth Making A Difference Fall Festival at El Dorado Hills Town Center was a success. Through its hard work and planning, the youth planning committee, along with mentors, exceeded attendance and fundraising goals for the 2021 event. Together, the youth and their mentors facilitated a wonderful, family friendly, fun-filled weekend of fall festivities, including a harvest maze, pretty pumpkin decorating, hay rides, a treat trot, an FFA petting zoo and loads of farm-themed games. The crisp mornings and beautiful setting on El Dorado Hills Town Center’s lakefront provided the perfect setting for this event that drew more than 1,200 kids. The planning committee was broken down into four sub-committees — Operations and Finance, Games and Activities, Marketing and Fundraising and Volunteer Management — that met for months to set goals, plan, market and implement this event. Their time and effort paid off as they raised more than $20,000 to help fund the Hands4Hope – Youth Making A Difference programs they are a part of and passion-
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Blood drive Nov. 23: Vitalant will hold an El Dorado Hills Stadium 14 & IMAX Theater blood drive, noon to 4:30 p.m. The Bloodmobile will be parked near the movie theater on the north side, 2101 Vine St. Donors are encouraged to make an appointment at donors.vitalant.org and use blood drive code SMFM486 or call Vitalant at (877) 258-4825 and mention blood drive code SMFM486. Walk-ins will be accommodated if space allows.
“It was amazing to see all of this hard work that we put into this project come together and seeing all of the new and old activities come together after a year of not having the event. And to see everyone having a good time enjoying the event,” noted Ian Hunt, youth lead for the Games and Activities Committee. Hands4Hope – Youth Making A Difference is a nonprofit youth driven organization with the
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signed. This bill sought to make it a criminal offense to pay initiative, referendum or recall petition circulators on a per-signature basis, which would have been very damaging for our system of direct democracy. The governor did the right thing and vetoed this legislation. SB 675 (Ochoa-Bogh) – Tax Flexibility for Seniors: This bill makes it easier for seniors to pay property taxes. It authorizes counties to provide a program to permit senior citizens receiving supplemental security income for a disability to pay their taxes in monthly installments rather than in two payments for the year.
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ovember may mark the start of “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for some people it is a month of stress. With college application deadlines looming, many high school seniors are wrestling with some heavy choices about what they think will determine their ultimate happiness: what to study in college and where to go. When I applied to colleges in the early 1990s, not declaring a major was the norm. The opportunity to explore proved invaluable because, like most teenagers, I didn’t know what career I wanted to pursue. Unfortunately, an “undeclared” major is no longer a viable option. My 17-year old, who is now submitting his own college applications, has been trying to decide what to major in, which has caused varying degrees of anxiety for him and thousands of kids like him who haven’t figured out how they want to spend the next 40 years of their lives. Who could blame them? My message to him, and to all high school seniors,
is not to worry. In the long run it doesn’t matter what you major in. In rare instances a young person knows exactly what they want to do with their life, but most do not. My son should study whatever he finds interesting, wherever he will get lost in the wonder of learning, because the purpose of college isn’t to learn specific facts but to learn how to think critically: to assess a situation, devise a solution and make a compelling argument in favor of that solution. You can achieve that in any field of study. This also applies to young people who are weighing going to trade school versus a four-year college. My mom used to say, “Do what you love and the money will follow.” If you are passionate about a trade, do it. My hairdresser is booked weeks in advance and loves what he does while supporting his family. How long have you had to wait for a plumber or a general contractor to call you back? ■
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and a sink. Attached to the home is a three-car garage. An owned solarpower system and whole-house generator ensure the home won’t go dark. The backyard is an entertainer’s paradise with a large patio, lush landscaping, an outdoor kitchen and a koi pond fed by a soothing waterfall that feeds into a creek bed. The acreage is well-maintained — trees trimmed and brush cleared for defensible space — and there’s room for a pool should the new owners want one. The front yard features mature trees, open space and a Trex-style deck and staircase leading to the front door. The second house on the property is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom home with a great room, gas-log fireplace, laundry room and kitchen set atop a two-car garage and 40-foot by 50-foot shop with a lift. Other property amenities include an 18-foot by 52-foot RV shop with power and water, a dog run and a paved driveway with plenty of space for guest parking. Interested in a tour of this Ponderosa Road property in Placerville? Contact Realtor Marilyn Goff at (530) 6724530 or visit marilyngoff.com.
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Free vaccine, microchip clinic offered for county pets News release El Dorado County Animal Services, in collaboration with the El Dorado County Humane Society, will host free vaccine and microchip clinics for dogs and cats residing in El Dorado County. The clinics will be held at the El Dorado County Animal Services shelter, 6435 Capitol Ave. in Diamond Springs, 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 13 & 20. “We are pleased to offer these two special vaccine and microchip clinics as a community service to help dogs and cats in El Dorado County get microchipped and up to date on needed vaccines,” said Brittany White, El Dorado County Animal Services’ shelter supervisor. “With the recent Caldor Fire, we found that pets who were microchipped had extra protection so that we could more easily find their owners. Microchips are a permanent form of identification and can be your pet’s ticket home during a disaster or even if they simply wander off.” The free microchips will include lifetime registration. “Vaccinations are also important for dogs and cats, and particularly to protect
against rabies, which can be fatal to pets and people,” White said. “The rabies vaccine is required by law and is needed to license a dog in El Dorado County.” During these clinics, vaccines to protect against DAPP (distemper, adenovirus, parainfluenza and parvo) and rabies will be offered for dogs and the HCP (feline viral rhinotracheitis, feline calicivirus and feline panleukopaenia virus) and rabies vaccines will be offered for cats. There is no cost to participate in the clinics and no-pre-registration required. The clinics are limited to El Dorado County residents only and services will be offered on a first come, first served basis. Due to COVID-19, the clinics will be held outdoors with social distance and other COVID safety precautions. All dogs must be secured on a leash by the owner and all cats must be secured inside a carrier by the owner. Volunteer veterinarians and vet technicians, including those from the University of California at Davis Veterinary Emergency Response Team, as well as many other volunteers are assisting to make the clinics a success, according to White. The Petco Love Foundation is generously supporting the
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events by donating some vaccines. The El Dorado County Humane Society is a key partner in these special clinics. “Free vaccine and microchip clinics have been a longtime goal for our organization,” said Kim Parsons, director of public relations, El Dorado County Humane Society. “The importance of providing Rabies, DAPP and HCP vaccines is a true public health
service. Plus, every pet benefits from having a microchip to ensure they always find their way home.” For more information regarding the vaccine and microchip clinics call El Dorado County Animal Services at (530) 621-5795. For additional information about Animal Services’ programs and services visit edcgov.us/animalservices.
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support — connecting people through educational program and enrichment classes, connecting people to local services with our Community HUB partners, providing reading resources when parents became distance learning teachers, helping boost student success and the local economy and serving as a lifeline for the community in a time of need. The recent opening of the innovative Early Literacy Play Center (0- 5 years) was entirely funded by the Friends. This included construction, furniture and learning activities.
Employment Looking to join a great team? We are currently accepting applications for the following positions: • Caregiver - Full Time • Certified Nursing Assistant - Full Time • Maintenance Tech - Day Shift, Full Time • Dietary Aide - Full Time - Health Center • Server - Full Time • Chef/Cook - Full Time • PT ALU Activities Assistant - 30+ hrs a week, Saturdays a must • PT Bus Driver - 30 hrs must have class B and P Endorsement • Maintenance Tech/Campus Patrol 30+ hrs PM/NOC
The current financial crisis is over but the need for additional funding is still very real. “While the library has stepped up during the pandemic in new and innovative ways, much of this would not be possible without the dedicated volunteers and financial support from our community to the Friends of the El Dorado Hills Library. Now more than ever we need them and the community to be able to support the library so we can continue this important work,” said EDH Library Branch Manager Jan Robbins. As more families move to El Dorado Hills, the demands on library resources increase. Every day the library is overwhelmed with requests for more books. Seniors want more access to new fiction books; teens are waiting months for the hottest releases and the shelves in the early reader section cannot be replenished fast enough to meet demand,
according to Robbins. The Friends of the El Dorado Hills Library encourages community members, recent and long-term, to give their financial support to sustain and expand the library’s resources by donating to this year’s end-ofyear campaign. Donations will be doubled thanks to a match from the Serrano Men’s Book Club, up to $10,000. To donate visit friendsoftheedhlibrary.org/ give. Residents are also asked to consider joining the Friends of the El Dorado Hills Library. Annual membership dues go directly to funding library needs. Visit friendsoftheedhlibrary.org/member. Donors contributing $75 or more will receive a newly created and customized canvas tote. Donations of $250 will automatically convert to a lifetime membership and donors will receive the new tote bag.
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They are doing what they love and making a great living. If my son doesn’t grow to like his major he can change it and still graduate in four years, especially if his grades are excellent. According to the Institute of Education Sciences, one-third of undergraduate students across the country change their majors within three years of initial enrollment. If a change comes in a student’s fourth year, still no need to fret. What a person majors in often doesn’t lead to a future career. Art majors have gone on to medical school just as business majors have gone on to be elementary school teachers. The decision about which school to attend is equally stressful on kids today. When I applied to college, I knew with near certainty which schools would accept me because the criteria seemed reasonably straightforward. For today’s high school seniors, admissions standards are as murky as they were clear back then. Test scores are optional, grades are inflated and, given the uneven impact the pandemic has had on students across the country, trustworthy assessments are more
challenging than ever. Again, my message to my son, and to all high school seniors, is not to worry. In the long run, where a person goes to college, or even attending college at all, doesn’t guarantee professional success. Graduating from a prestigious college may open more doors, but once you’re through the door things like work ethic, capacity to learn and the ability to get along with others are better predictors of success. Instead of the flashiest college name, young people should think about class size and extracurricular activities. They should ponder whether they want to live in a city or a college town, or if they want to be a two-hour drive or a two-hour flight from home. We are fortunate to live in a country that offers so many opportunities, but things like higher education still bring real struggles. In this season of thanksgiving, let us remember the spirit of gratitude and care by checking in on the young people we hold so dear. Julie Samrick is an El Dorado Hills mother, writer and teacher. Connect with her at juliesamrick.com.
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spending on broadband in the most recent budget, this bill authorizes a two-fold increase in the state’s phone user surcharge for funding broadband internet programs. According to the Tax Foundation, a typical wireless customer in California already pays more than 23% of their phone bill in taxes and surcharges like this have quadrupled over the past decade. AB 1084 (Low) – New Requirements on Private Businesses: In yet another example of government controlling private businesses, this new law requires large retail department stores to provide a gender neutral section or area for childcare items and children’s toys. Meanwhile, our state has the highest unemployment rate in the nation and companies like Tesla are leaving for Texas. SB 81 (Skinner) – Harming Public Safety: While stores continue closing their doors in San Francisco due to rising property crime, this legislation places new limits on sentencing enhancements for serious crimes by requiring courts to dismiss them if it represents a “furtherance of justice.”
The ugly AB 101 (Medina) – Critical Race Theory: After vowing that a model curriculum filled with antisemetic content “would never see the light of day,”
Gov. Newsom signed a law requiring every student to complete a one-semester course in ethnic studies in order to graduate from high school. AB 1276 (Carrillo) – Banning Ketchup Packets: A contender for the most unnecessary bill of the year, this legislation prohibits food facilities and third-party delivery platforms from providing a single-use “food accessory” such as forks or ketchup packets unless it is specifically requested by the consumer. It was this year’s bill to save the environment modeled after California’s infamous straw “ban.” Meanwhile, little is being done to put an end to our state’s devastating wildfires that do more harm to our environment than anything. AB 1346 (Berman) – Leaf Blower Ban: This bill bans the sale of new-gas powered leaf blowers, lawnmowers and portable generators as soon as 2024. Not only will it have a minor environmental impact, it will be devastating to workers who rely on these products to do their jobs. It is an honor to be your representative and I look forward to continuing the fight for policies in the Legislature that protect the interests of students, taxpayers and small businesses. Assemblyman Kevin Kiley represents the 6th Assembly District, which includes parts of El Dorado, Placer and Sacramento counties. Follow him on Twitter @KevinKileyCA.
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Experience and a Masters (LL.M.) Degree in Taxation. Member of California, Nevada, and U. S. Supreme Court Bar Associations • • • • •
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Peter P. Vlautin, III, J.D. LL.M. 1020 Suncast Lane #101, El Dorado Hills (916) 365-9734 • petervlautin.com California State Bar #54733 Nevada State Bar #1475
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Compassion, Care, Dignity and Respect In your time of need, we promise honest, upfront pricing and will never overcharge or mislead you. We encourage you to compare our services, facilities, and fees with others and we offer pre-planning services. We have proudly served the families of Northern California for over 35 years.
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Eskaton Village Placerville A Multi-Level Community: Patio-Home Ownership with HOA Services, Independent Living Cottages with Services, Assisted Living and Memory Care 3380 Blairs Lane, Placerville, CA 95667
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EL DORADO
Funeral & Cremation Services
1004 Marshall Way, Placerville
License #097005046
(Between Cedar Ravine & Marshall Hospital) • License #FD-2299
Equal Housing Opportunity
Our Services can be Pre-arranged with Guranteed Prices
(530) 748-3715 ~ Call 24 hours www.PlacervilleFuneralandCremation.com