Three powerful solar plasma bursts traveled in the direction of Earth this week creating a dazzling display of color and light across the northern hemisphere. The geomagnetic storm was a level G4 and had the potential to disrupt radio and GPS
communications and caused auroras to be visible across much of the northern U.S. and as far south as Alabama.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration defines an aurora as “the light in the upper atmosphere is caused by energetic electrons zipping down the magnetic field lines of Earth and colliding with the atoms and molecules of the atmosphere (primarily O and N2). When the electrons collide with the atmosphere, they transfer momentum energy into excited states of the atom or molecule. When the
Veterans Day honors the brave
Shelly Thorene Sta writer
Local veterans and their families were honored at the Veterans Day ceremony held at the El Dorado County Veterans Monument on Tuesday.
Veterans Day, formerly Armistice Day, is observed on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to mark the armistice between the Allies of World War I and Germany.
At 11 a.m., O cer in Charge Capt. Jack Babbitt USMC (ret.) and Sgt. at Arms Sgt. Tyler Dennis, USMC, issued a call to order, which was followed by a presentation of the colors by Civil Ai r Patrol Squadron 85 and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Master of Ceremonies Joe Thuesen, Marine Corps veteran, recognized and honored recipients of Medals of Honor from all branches of the service.
Thuesen also recognized those who had been held as prisoners of war and Gold Star families.
The Ponderosa High School Chamber Choir, under the direction of Craig Mason, sang the the o cial service anthems
EID board adopts new capital improvement plan
Chris Woodard Sta writer
The El Dorado Irrigation District Board of Directors unanimously adopted its 2026–30 Capital Improvement Plan on Nov. 10 after a presentation outlining major completed, ongoing and upcoming infrastructure projects across the district.
Director of Engineering John Money presented the final 2026–30 CIP for adoption. A draft version was reviewed in a board meeting on Oct. 27, and the only change since was the addition of $50,000 to the tank
and reservoir master plan to inspect wastewater equalization tanks at the district’s two wastewater treatment plants. Money highlighted several completed or nearly completed projects, beginning with the replacement of Flume 47, a 230-foot wooden flume now rebuilt as a concrete canal. He said the concrete structures protect against landslides, rockfall and wildfire, and provide safer access for sta who patrol canals three times a week. He also noted the completion of the Silver Lake East Campground water system,
the final requirement under the district’s FERC Project 184 relicensing. The system will be transferred to the U.S. Forest Service.
Other highlighted projects included the installation of 15 new generators funded by a FEMA reimbursable grant, rehabilitation of the Bass Lake tanks and construction of the Sly Park intertie, a new 22-inch pipeline and pump station connecting Reservoir 1 and Reservoir A. The intertie is on schedule and positions the district to receive a $10 million Department of Water Resources grant.
Money also reviewed ongoing rehabilitation at Reservoirs 4 and 7, emergency replacement of the Reservoir 1 floating cover, and valve and actuator replacement work at the Reservoir A water treatment plant.
Looking forward, he described significant upcoming projects, including the Silver Lake Dam replacement and major work at the El Dorado Hills Water Treatment Plant. Directors discussed funding limitations and emphasized the need for continued public communication about longterm infrastructure needs.
Mountain Democrat photo by Shelly Thorene
This photo was made with a Canon 5D MarkIV mounted on a tripod for a 28 second exposure. It captures an aurora in the northern sky as seen in Placerville around 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
Mountain Democrat photos by Shelly Thorene
The Civil Air Patrol Squadron 85 Color Guard presents the colors at the start of the 2025 Veterans Day Ceremony at the El Dorado County Veterans Monument in Placerville on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Veteran of the Year Jim Wassner, U.S. Army, center, holds a plaque presented to him at the ceremony as Master of ceremonies Joseph Thuesen, USMC veteran, left, and Chaplain Lt. Colonel Tim Thompson, USA (retired), right, look on.
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Jane Munn McGinnis
Jan. 23, 1944 – Nov. 3, 2025
In Loving Memory
It is with great sadness, and triumphant Christian faith, we announce the passing of our beloved Jane Munn McGinnis at 1:23PM on November 3rd, 2025 at the age of 81, to be with her Lord Jesus Christ.
Daughter of Vera Wattles of N. Dakota, Jane Munn McGinnis was a cherished friend & woman of God, a fully committed loving daughter, sister, and unashamed, dedicated disciple of our Lord Jesus Christ: a true friend and colleague whose presence brightened the lives of all who knew her.
Born on January 23, 1944 near the Minn. North Dakota border, Jane McGinnis grew up in East Lansing, home of Michigan State University where her dad Clarence “Biggie” Munn was head football coach & athletic director 20+ years. Her loving mom was Vera Munn, who was a French instructor who had Jane reading at age 3. She loved camping & fishing trips with her Dad and brother. She was happily married 40 years to James McGinnis. Jane lived a life marked by an unusual heavenly kindness, generosity, and unwavering dedication to family & friends. She was known for her extreme positive and caring qualities: her victorious, bubbling faith, her care for the hurting especially the homeless she ministered to for year faithfully for years and years thru her sense of humor, compassion, work ethic, generosity and contagious faith. Throughout her life, Lady Jane (as some nicknamed her) was humble and touched countless hearts. She set an inspiring example through her life in actions and words. She was gifted at leading & launching Griefshare ministries in several churches.
Jane McGinnis is survived by her sole older brother Michael Munn, as well as many, many dear friends and extended family. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025 at 11 a.m. at Pollock Pines Community Church. Family and friends are invited to join in celebrating the life of Jane McGinninis and share memories of her joy, and the joy of her Lord Jesus that she brought into our world. Jane Munn McGinnnis will forever remain in our hearts, remembered for a life well-lived and a legacy of love, kindness, and lasting impact for her undeniable, deep Christian faith & daily walk with her Lord Jesus.
Joe Chapman
Dec. 21, 1937 – Oct. 11, 2025
Joe Chapman, son of the late Earl and Bess Chapman, passed away on October 11, 2025, at the age of 87, surrounded by his beloved wife, Pat, and his four sons: Kelly of California, Joe and wife Karen of Michigan, Richard and wife Kathy of North Carolina, Keith and wife Marci of California, and sister Margaret of Florida. His remaining family members include his grandchildren Dana, Jake, and Lindsay of Michigan, Christina and Jamie of North Carolina, Telina and Mitchell of Oregon, and Chad of California. He is survived by fourteen greatgrandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Born in Charleston, Arkansas, on December 21, 1937, Joe spent his early years in Arkansas and Texas before moving to Southern California. During his high school years, he met his future wife, Pat. He attended the University of California, Los Angeles for two years before marrying Pat in 1957. Joe’s job as a licensed psychiatric technician began at Camarillo State Hospital in Camarillo, California and continued at Agnew State Hospital in San Jose, California. His dedication to education led him to graduate from San Jose State College with a special teaching credential in speech therapy for elementary schools.
Over the course of his 31 and one-half year career as a speech therapist, Joe earned the necessary credentials to instruct deaf and hardof-hearing and severely handicapped students. He was a lifelong member of both the California Teachers Association and the National Education Association. Joe held positions of leadership within the El Dorado County, California chapter of the Council for Exceptional Children, serving as president and treasurer. Additionally, he served as president of the El Dorado County Teachers Association and as the head negotiator for the El Dorado County Special Education Association. In 1993, Joe and Pat retired and relocated to Yachats, Oregon, where he pursued his passion for gardening. Displaying his floral expertise, he created a garden that gained recognition as one of the featured gardens on the area Garden Tour. Music was another lifelong love, and Joe played trombone in various ensembles, including the Sacramento Valley Concert Band, Sierra Symphony, Lincoln County Concert Band, Florence Brass Quintet, The Jetties Florence, Yachats Big Band, and the Pacific Coast Wind Ensemble.
Joe was a quiet man of many great qualities. He was a wonderful husband for 68 years, a loving father and grandfather who cherished his family deeply, and a good friend. His passing will be deeply felt by all who knew him, particularly by his wife.
Douglas Sorenson
1945 – 2022
Doug was a kiddie cruiser in the Navy and was an airplane mechanic. Later in life this took him to the Reno Air Races with family and friends. Here, he met many fascinating people including astronauts, WWII heros and famous pilots.
While living in Aptos, he was a cubmaster for many years and worked every fundraiser with our local Boy Scouts. His favorite was making pancakes for their pancake breakfast each year.
Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Florence Benedict, Duane Sorenson and brother Michael. He leaves his wife Maggie, children Lori Turnbull (Tom), Drake, Dane (Megan) and Donovan (Jill). Ten very much-loved grandchildren, one great granddaughter and since added a great grandson, and survived by two brothers and two sisters from Minnesota.
We miss you and your great hugs.
Kyle James Curtin
June 13, 1986 – Oct. 12, 2025
Proof that not all heroes wear capes. No one could imagine the depth of his struggles, yet Kyle survived and thrived. He gave amazing life advice to others while he struggled with Duchenne’s Muscular Dystrophy, a progressive and fatal muscular disease. Kyle passed in his sleep in his home in Placerville, living for a miraculous 39 years.
He was born at Marshall Hospital, attended Miss Kathy’s preschool, Schnell School, Markham, El Dorado High school, Folsom Lake College-El Dorado Center and Sacramento State College. Kyle was a Cub Scout and a Boy Scout until it was too difficult to participate. Kyle was very artistic, well read, philosophical and had a killer sense of humor. He was fluent in sarcasm and loved watching ice hockey, baseball, football, anime, Nordic mythology and the History Channel. His insight into other people’s life challenges and willingness to help others was to be admired. All who met him respected a wise, polite and humble guy.
Thank you to the many special and dedicated caregivers who have helped Kyle over the years and to the various government programs that allowed him to stay at home. A special thanks to the Snowline Hospice staff for guiding Kyle and his family through the last two years.
Survived by his Mother, Anne Martin; father Stephen Curtin, step-mother Beth Peterson, brother Jonah Curtin and his wife Shawntea’, niece Brianna Curtin, nephew Aidan Curtin, and step-brothers David Weaver, Rob Weaver, and Andrew Weaver.
He will be missed by everyone who ever met him.
Mercedes “Marcie”
Tovar
Feb. 25, 1938 – Nov. 3, 2025
Mercedes “Marcie” Tovar, 87, passed away peacefully at her home in Placerville, California, surrounded by her family. Born on February 25, 1938, in Beckley, West Virginia to Frank and Amalia Martinez, Marcie was proud of her Spanish heritage. At age four, her family moved to Sunnyvale, California and she began kindergarten without knowing a word of English. She later graduated from Fremont High School in 1956. Marcie married Bob Tovar in 1956, and together they built a beautiful life filled with adventure. In the early years, Marcie worked full time while raising their two daughters—in a time when few women did. After moving to Pollock Pines in 1976, she devoted herself to creating a warm and welcoming home, one that became the center of countless memorable family gatherings. Marcie and Bob were always on the move—traveling the U.S. by motorhome, crabbing in Coos Bay, and venturing abroad to China and Spain. Their hearts, however, always found their way to La Capilla, Mexico, where they spent nearly 25 years enjoying their second home and the dear friends they made there. A talented cook, Marcie was famous for her Spanish dishes and for never letting anyone leave her table hungry. She was also known for her love of crafting, sharp card skills, and unmatched enthusiasm for shopping. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Bob Tovar; her daughters, Camille (Rusty) McDonald and Lorie (Rick) Kreiser; four grandchildren, Heidi (Greg) Sills, Tyler, Molly (Aaryn) Abbott, and Emily (Tayler) Stites; five great-grandchildren, Sophia, Winstyn, Finley, Rosey, and Henry; and cherished nieces and nephews; Denise Kruzel, Gary Utman and many more. She was preceded in death by her younger brother; Frank Jr., and her two older sisters; Delores and Trinidad. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and family traditions that will live on through those she cherished most. A ceremony to celebrate Marcie’s life will be held at a later date in Placerville.
Linda Lee Brown Scariot
July 1, 1935 – Sept. 8, 2025
Linda Lee Brown Scariot passed away in her sleep September 8th 2025 after a long battle with dementia. She was 90. She was born in Trenton, Nebraska to Walter and Ethel Brown in 1935. She was the youngest of 8 children. Her family moved to Omo Ranch when she was about 10, but she spent most of her childhood in Diamond Springs. She attended El Dorado High School graduating in 1953. She loved to sing and participated in the school Choir. Linda worked the summers at the Placerville Fruit growers like so many local women at that time. She met her husband Ossie when she was 15, he was friends with her sister Mary. They married November of 1953 after she graduated high school. She started work at the Phone Company shortly after. Her first child Lori was born in 1956, her second child, Michael was born in 1959. Ossie and Linda purchased a pear ranch in 1959. Pear decline hit shortly after, it became evident that they needed to do something to feed their young family. They became partners with Harry De Wolf and his wife in the local garbage company. Linda worked in the office for El Dorado Disposal along with Harry’s wife Judy, for close to 35 years. She retired at 55.
Her favorite thing was going to the Casino to play the slot machines. She went on a regular basis and got a big kick of winning. She also loved playing the lottery. She bought tickets every week and seemed to win more often than not. She really enjoyed it. She always felt she had a good life even in her later years when she needed more help. She was grateful to “her ladies” who treated her like family. She spent her last years at Gold Country Assisted Living. The family wants to thank them for their loving care.
Linda and Ossie always felt they needed to give back to the community that they loved so much. They were great supporters of CASA, MORE Workshop, and Boys and Girls Club just to name a few.
She left a daughter Lori (Daryl) Warden, son Mike ( Sandy) Scariot, 2 grand children, Melissa (Kevin) Placek, Sara Warden and 2 great grandchildren Kyle and Austin (Placek).
A memorial Service will be held at the Placerville Gathering Place, 2820 Cold Springs Road, Placerville CA, December 4th at 11am with a luncheon immediately following. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to be made to Snowline Hospice or Boys and Girls Club of El Dorado County.
LEGISLATORS’ ADDRESSES
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Placerville City Hall 3101 Center St., Placerville (530) 642-5200
Mayor John Clerici jclerici@cityofplacerville.org
Vice Mayor Nicole Gotberg ngotberg@cityofplacerville.org
Ryan Carter rcarter@cityofplacerville.org Jackie Neau jneau@cityofplacerville.org
David Yarbrough dyarbrough@cityofplacerville. org ElL DORADO COUNTY SUPERVISORS EDC Government Center 330 Fair Lane, Placerville
District 1 Supervisor Greg Ferrero (530) 621-5650
District 2 Supervisor George Turnboo (530) 621-5651
District 3 Supervisor Brian Veerkamp (530) 621-5652
District 4 Supervisor Lori Parlin (530) 621-6513
District 5 Supervisor
Laine (530) 621-6577 (Placerville) (530) 573-7918 (South
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The El Dorado County Fire Protection District Engine 25 crew teamed up with El Dorado County Animal Services for a one-ofa-kind rescue on Nov. 12. Crews responded to a call for a goat that had wandered into a culvert and quickly realized that sometimes goats don’t make the #GOAT decisions. With some patient coaxing, a little creativity and great teamwork with Animal Services, crews were able to
crews and Animal Services staff got this goat out of a tough spot.
Community Action Council seats open
El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency
The El Dorado County Community Action Council is seeking new members. The council is looking to fill two member vacancies with individuals who can represent the interests and concerns of people and families with low incomes living in El Dorado County, with a special focus on housing, nutrition and low-income program needs.
“We’re specifically looking for representatives of community organizations who are committed to actively participating in the council meetings and advancing the goals of the council on behalf of low-income people,” said Rebecca Johnson, program coordinator with the El Dorado County Health and Human
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Services Agency. “Representatives of community agencies that serve El Dorado County’s low-income residents are encouraged to apply.”
The council acts in an advisory capacity to the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors and the El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency about community and human service needs for lowincome residents of the county. The council provides for the collaboration of local government, private organizations, and citizens serving the most vulnerable populations. Council member positions are voluntary and unpaid. Meetings are held in Placerville.
For more information about the council and to receive a member application please contact Johnson at (530) 621-6255 or send an email to rebecca.johnson@edcgov.us.
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Forum addresses Canadian duties, lumber tariffs
Diane Dealey Neill Amador-El Dorado Forest Forum
On Wednesday, Nov. 19, the Amador-El Dorado Forest Forum will host Steve Brink from the American Forest Resources Council to give a presentation on Canadian forest land and the current situation on lumber duties and tariffs. The meeting will be at Strings Italian Cafe, 11976 State Highway 88 in Jackson. Canada subsidizes its lumber industry. Further, the lumber companies sell lumber at a price that is substantially less than market value. The United States charges
duties plus a 10% tariff to offset this situation. Canada has 20% more productive forest land than the U.S. and the Canadian government owns 90% of Canada’s forestland. Brink will discuss Canada’s current crossroads regarding the impact of exporting lumber to the U.S. Social Hour begins at 6 p.m., dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. and the presentation will start at 7:15 p.m. To reserve a space for dinner contact Diane Dealey Neill at dianedealeyneill@gmail.com or (530) 417-1960 by Monday, Nov. 17, at 5 p.m. An all-you-can-eat pasta
Crowd of candidates apply for South Lake Tahoe City Council
Eli Ramos Tahoe Daily Tribune
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — City Council’s empty slot will potentially be filled by one of 19 applicants who put their hats in the ring. Here’s their names and what’s publicly available about them before they publicly interview with City Council on Nov. 18.
Dyna Boen is the managing director of Escalent’s telecommunications and consumer goods and retail practices. She’s co-founded two startups and has held several executive positions. She has showed support for diversity and inclusion, as well as mentorship for young women. Boen’s typical work focuses on market trends and consumer behaviors. According to her Escalent bio, she has two daughters and a Frenchie named Matcha.
Robert Gonzales was previously a student at both Lake Tahoe Community College and the University of California, Irvine. He was suspended, then effectively expelled from UCI in 2023, cited due to disorderly conduct. Gonzales filed litigation against the university for his expulsion, though the case was dismissed earlier this year. He was previously a law student at UCI and has expressed interest in reconstructing city code, affordable housing, mythical topics, laser technology and holistic medicine to compete with the pharmaceutical industry.
Alberto Fernando Manfredi was appointed to the Airport Land Use Commission, Building Board of Appeals and Police Advisory Commission earlier this year. He also serves on the El Dorado County Community Action Council. Manfredi previously served as a military intelligence officer and was a contractor and developer of Manfredi Development Group, and has served on different city commissions at various times. He stated earlier this year that his interest in the police commission came from his research into mental health for law enforcement and military.
Manfredi was indicted for false bankruptcy statements and a false loan statement in 2006, which he alleged he discussed and tried to amend with his creditors before filing.
atoms and molecules relax back to their ground state they release photons that we can see.” There is a wealth of information on the NOAA website, including that Galileo first used the term aurora. Aurora is the Roman goddess of the dawn. Borealis comes from the Greek name for the north wind, Boreas.
Tips for next time
The phenomenon can be difficult to see with the naked eye but a cell phone camera can capture it. The trick is to go outside around 9 or 10 p.m. and point your cell phone camera north. Take a photo and you may see the red and purple color in the sky. This may be difficult to do if you live in an area with a lot of outdoor lighting.
Most cell phones have a way to adjust exposure in settings. You can click on the +/- symbol and a slider will appear allowing you to increase or decrease exposure. If you have a way to steady the camera, such as a mini tripod or beanbag your results will be sharper than if you handhold the camera. This applies to a camera as well.
He did eventually pay his creditors in full.
Nerissa Murin was listed as the owner of Lake Monster Tattoo, which was established in 2001.
Christopher Neal works as a software engineer for the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Health Plan. He previously served in the Marine Corps, including as an executive officer, pilot and operations officer. According to his LinkedIn profile, he values integrity, efficiency, being considerate, new experiences and new cultures.
Salvador Rea Jr. works as an associate clinical social worker and therapist. He has a m aster’s degree in social work from UMass Global. Rea openly identifies as a first-generation American of Mexican descent and queer. He works at El Dorado County and provides clients with resources and programs for social programs.
Rea also notes on his profile on Tahoe Truckee Therapy that he is a first generation college graduate and that he has worked in social services for eight years.
Brett Richardson has previously expressed his support for the new rec center, new first responder building, Motel 6 demolition, housing at LTCC and the construction of affordable housing. He was also vocally against Measure N, also called Vibrant Not Vacant or the vacancy tax.
Joe Soave is a Certified Public Accountant and accounting manager at Singletrack Accounting, which typically serves small businesses and nonprofits. He also provides tax, accounting and consulting services as a sole proprietor, with a specialty in nonprofits.
Soave also ran the Keys Café 200814.
Samantha Turle is a reservations specialist at Edgewood and general manager of several restaurants in South Lake Tahoe, including Chicken in a Barrel, The Baked Bear, Tessie’s Beach Bites, Snowie and Juice It Up. She also serves as the SafeSport coordinator for the Tahoe Grizzlies and was the membership and services manager for the Boys and Girls Club for three years.
Melissa Soderston is a longtime attendee of city council meetings,
For best results, use a camera and a tripod with the lens focused on infinity. A wide aperture of 2.8 is recommended and an ISO of between 1600 and 4000. You can experiment with the ISO and shutter speed, starting at around 10 seconds. I used an ISO of 4000, f-stop 6.3 and set the camera to Bulb and counted to 24. 24 seconds was pushing it as longer shutter speeds will record movement and you can end up with sausage shaped stars. I solved the problem of an overly exposed light on the garden shed by figuring out that the motion detector light stayed on for 30 seconds and I counted down to 28, then opened the shutter on my camera using a cable release. The light was on for approximately 1-2 seconds and I held the shutter open and counted to 26. I arrived at this combination after a number of tries. Some of the same information applies to cell phone photography, especially stabilizing the phone. You’ll need to enable night mode, set it to RAW and make sure the flash is turned off. If you can adjust the shutter speed, try using 10, 15, 20 seconds to start.
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often speaking on behalf of environmental issues. Notably, she raised concerns about former Mayor Tamara Wallace during her second term as mayor. She serves as director of Tahoe Forests Matter and is a member of the Eco-Integrity Alliance and Congress of Climate and Social Justice.
Soderston is endorsed by CalExitNow, a movement supporting California’s exit from the United States and becoming its own nation.
Political director J.J. Ames Jr. said, “Melissa Soderston represents the kind of civic leadership our communities need — informed, principled, and unwavering in her defense of both environmental and human rights. Her lifelong work through Tahoe Forests Matter and her broader coalition advocacy have made her one of the most respected public voices in the region. The CalExitNow Movement is proud to stand with her in this appointment process, and we urge the South Lake Tahoe City Council to select Melissa for this critical seat.”
Francois Inshaw is the co-chief executive officer of SnoFoz Enterprises and the owner of TahoeDronez. He previously worked on lift maintenance at Heavenly, Sierra-at-Tahoe and Homewood.
Inshaw attended the University of California, Davis and received a B.S. in mechanical engineering and material science and engineering.
Dustin Kieschnick is a psychologist who specializes in trauma treatment and is based in South Lake Tahoe. He is a military veteran who has worked in VA medical centers, academic medical centers and a community behavioral health clinic.
Nancy Peverini is a legislative director at Consumer Attorneys of California. In the past, she has lobbied for consumer attorneys and specialized in consumer legal rights. She also previously served as president of Women Lawyers in Sacramento and is a current board member of the Consumer Federation of California.
Peverini frequently represents the Consumer Attorneys of California regarding positions on
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for the Army, Marines, Air Force, Navy and the National Anthem.
William Feigles, deputy secretary of the California Department of Veterans Affairs –Home Loan Division, read a proclamation issued by Gov. Gavin Newsom which thanked service personnel and addressed the ways California continues to serve veterans.
El Dorado County District 3 Supervisor Brian Veerkamp represented the Board of Supervisors and spoke about the sacrifice veterans make and mentioned the recent passing of local beloved veteran Ed Hagen. City of Placerville Mayor John Clerici presented a proclamation on behalf of the City Council thanking veterans.
While not a veteran himself, Clerici offered his view of service from his observations of family members and members of the
community. “These men showed me something about service that some may not appreciate,” he shared. “That is the idea of service after service. These men were aldermen, they were school board members, volunteered service to their communities long after their military commitments had been satisfied.”
Clerici told the crowd he was inspired by veterans in his family to embark on his own path of community service. “When someone shows me a veteran, I will show you a veteran and I will show you someone who volunteers at a local food bank, a Little League umpire or coach or someone who counsels troubled youth.
“When I look out at all of you, I see the foundation of what makes this community great,” he added. Thuesen honored eight more El Dorado
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The Amador-El Dorado Forest Forum is a group of forestry professionals, forest educators, and
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9:25 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Caldor Road in Somerset.
9:29 p.m. Trespassing was reported at a restaurant on Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines.
11:01 p.m. Trespassing was reported on Quartz Drive in El Dorado.
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Senate and Assembly bills. She recently had an article in Advocate where she wrote about the issues with attorney advertising, including advertising to victims of wildfire for fire litigation.
Heather Horgan is an administrative nursing supervisor. According to her LinkedIn, she worked as a nursing supervisor and charge nurse for Barton Health from 2018 to 2024. She still works as a house nursing supervisor for Sutter Health – Bay Area, a position she’s held since 2014.
Erika Gonzalez serves as chair of the Police Advisory Commission and has been an incumbent member. She is a training and technical assistance managing attorney for the Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking. She is also part of the Multicultural Alliance.
Gonzalez has pushed for a better understanding of the police department’s strategic priorities and typically makes commission reports to council.
Aimi Xistra is the development director at the Boys and Girls Club as well as commission chair for the Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission. She is also on the Bijou Area Community Advisory Group, Embarc Advisory Group, Multicultural Celebration Committee and Leadership Lake Tahoe. Xistra has previously stated that she wants to represent local businesses, workforce and the youth. She’s stated she is passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as increasing accessibility.
Xistra ran for city council last year and ended in third place, garnering 2,290 votes. She was endorsed by the Tahoe Chamber during her run. Recent successes on the Arts, Culture and Tourism committee include the microgrants programs and the recent airport art exhibit, which she spoke on during a report to city council.
Heather Cade-Bauer is a procurement contract coordinator at the Foundation for California Community Colleges. She currently serves on the Building and Housing Board of Appeals after being appointed earlier this year. She is the Tahoe
County veterans for their service with newly engraved bricks placed at the monument. He mentioned the purpose of the bricks is to honor vets for their sacrifice, honor friends, family members and comrades in arms and help fund the El Dorado County Veterans Coalition Veterans Monument Scholarship Fund and the the Sky Mote Scholar/Athlete Scholarship fund by the Marine Corps League-SSgt. Sky Mote Detachment 697.
U.S. Army Sgt. First Class Cecilio gave a special presentation celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps. Lt. Anna Blair gave a presentation honoring military medical personnel. Petty Officer 1st Class Lilly presented a message on behalf of the U.S. Navy.
USMC recruiter Sgt. Tyler Dennis spoke about the marines with humor. “For over 250
others interested in forestry practices and issues in the two-county area. The forum meets once a month in fall, winter and spring months at various locations in the twocounty area. The forum also awards scholarships to local college students majoring in forestry. For more information visit forestforum.org.
Sept. 20 12 a.m. Trespassing was reported on Pleasant Valley Road in El Dorado.
years we’ve had many names: leatherneck, jarhead, crayon eaters but there’s one name bestowed upon us by our enemies that depicts our indomitable fighting spirit because we’re ready to go anywhere, anytime for anything our nation needs from us with only one objective. Win!” President of the El Dorado County Veterans Alliance and U.S. Air Force veteran Gary Campbell presented the 2025 Veteran of the Year
Parents Nursery School board secretary and South Tahoe Disc Golf Association board president. She previously worked at LTCC after receiving her associate’s degree there.
Cade-Bauer previously ran for city council and gained 539 votes. She said previously that housing was a major topic for her, saying, “We must address this crisis together to come up with real solutions to affordable housing to ensure families can continue to live and thrive here.”
Manuel Jimenez is the CEO of South Lake Tahoe Towing.
Douglas Williams is a partner at Cedar Pines Resort and previously ran for city council in 2020. He expressed support for nonprofits and small businesses in town. In his previous run, he stated that fire safety was his top priority, and in 2020 told South Tahoe Now that he was interested in eliminating waste in the city budget, revamping the bus system and providing universal Wi-Fi for residents.
Peter Fink is a board member on the Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association and also served as committee chair on the Bicycle Advisory Committee. Previously, he was on the Parks and Recreation committee, community mobility group, and South Lake Tahoe Economic Task Force regarding recreation.
Grant McCracken is the founder of vlkn.ai and DarkHorse, which both provide cybersecurity services. He was previously the vice president of operations at another security company called Bugcrowd.
Veronica Morales is the owner and CEO at Tahoe Heavenly Roofing Inc. She previously attended South Tahoe High School and studied criminal law at LTCC.
While Andrew Contreras, Daryle Balao, Johnathon Springer and Gared Moses also submitted applications, the Tribune was unable to find verifiable public information about them.
award to U.S. Army veteran Jim Wassner and the Service and Support Award to Marshall Hospital for its commitment to serving veterans.
A wreath ceremony, three volley rifle salute, taps, performed by USMC veteran Victor Mansfield, benediction by Chaplain Lt. Colonel Tim Thompson USA (Ret.), “Amazing Grace: performed by Monument Piper Sgt. Rob Roy, USA (Ret.), and retiring of the colors concluded the
ceremony. A free of charge Veterans Day luncheon was held afterward at the El Dorado County Veterans Memorial Building, sponsored by American Legion Post 119, DAV Chapter 63, FRA Detachment 275, MCL Detachment 2680 and the VFW Detachment 10164, Veterans Alliance The annual event was hosted by the El Dorado County Veterans Alliance, Friends of the El Dorado County Veterans Monument.
on Jonathan Lane in Georgetown.
6:40 p.m. Battery was reported on Carson Road in Camino.
7:26 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Pony Tail Lane in Shingle Springs.
7:38 p.m. Battery was reported on Marshall Road in Garden Valley.
Sept. 21
9:44 a.m. Vandalism was reported on Summer Stream Lane in Placerville. 11:01 a.m. Vandalism was reported on Sterling Drive in Rescue.
1:06 p.m. Vandalism was reported at an apartment complex on Valley View Parkway in El Dorado Hills.
1:07 p.m. Battery was reported at a gas station on State Highway 49 in Diamond Springs.
3:40 p.m. Battery was reported at a restaurant on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville.
6 p.m. Battery was reported on Pony Express Trail in Camino.
8:57 p.m. Trespassing was reported at a church on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville.
OPINION
California Matters
California’s pro-housing laws have failed to raise numbers
California YIMBY, an organization founded eight years ago to promote housing construction in response to an everincreasing gap between demand and supply, held a victory party in San Francisco recently.
“Welcome to the most victorious of California YIMBY’s victory parties,” Brian Hanlon, founder and CEO of the organization, told attendees.
Its acronym (Yes In My Backyard) symbolizes its years-long battle with NIMBYs (Not in My Backyard), people and groups who have long thwarted housing projects by pressuring local governments that control land use.
YIMBY’s party marked the passage of several pro-housing legislative measures this year, two of which have long been sought by housing advocates. Assembly Bill 130 exempts many urban housing projects from the California Environmental Quality Act, while Senate Bill 79 makes it easier to building high-density housing near transit stations in large cities.
“2025 was a year,” Hanlon gleefully declared.
The celebratory atmosphere was understandable because this year’s legislative actions capped a half-decade of ever-mounting state government activism on housing that followed Gov. Gavin Newsom’s 2017 campaign pledge to build 3.5 million new units of housing if elected.
New housing starts were around 100,000 a year when Newsom took o ce in 2019, and they are about that number today, with the net increase even lower.
Letters to the Editor
Keeping promises to veterans
EDITOR:
We owe every one of our vets. Their sacrifices have made our lives safer, kept our democracy strong and our international standing supreme. They have risked their lives, watched friends su er injury, or worse, die in combat. Often they have moved their family away from loved ones and friends. They have willingly accepted and followed through with orders whether they agreed with them or not because that was their duty.
This country respects and admires our veterans for their dedication to this nation. They deserve not just our grateful thanks, but also the support they have earned through their service. Sadly, today’s administration is making access to the assistance they have earned di cult.
Currently the Veterans Administration is under attack as the current administration attempts to privatize veterans’ health care. The American Federation of Government Employees is speaking out. It has appealed to Congress for help to prevent the loss of the essential services veterans deserve. Some Congressmen are trying to help. For example, Rep Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., o ered an amendment to block
the reckless firing of 80,000 VA employees but Republicans voted it down. If these employees are released it will dramatically a ect veterans’ ability to access the many services they have earned.
A disabled vet, William Townsend, quotes the VA mission statement: “To care for those who have borne the battle,” and he adds, “I want America to keep its promise to our veterans.”
We, Indivisible El Dorado, also want America to keep its promise to our veterans, who are our neighbors and our friends. We owe our veterans.
JOEL ELLINWOOD and JENNY WILSON on behalf of the Indivisible El Dorado Leadership Team
Addressing violence
EDITOR:
John Herrman talks of violence on the right as if it’s the same as the left. Anyone who saw the billions of damage and inner cities destroyed after the George Floyd riots and the famous lawless Summer of Love in Seattle and the lasers shot at the federal courthouse in Portland knows better. Not to mention violence against ICE agents trying to deport the millions
That goal was wildly unrealistic, as Newsom should have known, but he did push hard for legislation to remove barriers to housing development. His housing agency also ramped up pressure on local governments to remove arbitrary hurdles that YIMBY-influenced o cials had erected and to meet quotas for identifying land that could be used for housing.
However, the celebration omitted one salient factor: Pro-housing legislative and administrative actions have failed to markedly increase housing production.
New housing starts were around 100,000 a year when Newsom took o ce in 2019, and they are about that number today, with the net increase even lower.
As the Housing and Community Development Department admits in its statewide housing plan, “Not enough housing being built: During the last 10 years, housing production averaged fewer than 80,000 new homes each year, and ongoing production continues to fall far below the projected need of 180,000 additional homes annually.”
The Census Bureau calculates that since Newsom
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Guest Column
How should Republicans move forward in this country?
Reading commentary about the recent elections, I thought of an observation of Nobel prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman. Feynman said, “The first principle is that you must not fool yourself, and you are the easiest person to fool.” That is, we must always be disciplined in looking at things as they are and not bend to the temptation to see them as we wish them to be.
After the recent Democratic election sweep, we are hearing that there is unhappiness out there. But is this really news?
Currently Gallup reports that 27% of the Americans are satisfied with
the direction of the country.
This number has not been over 40% since 2020. It has not been over 50% since 2002. These are the percentages of Americans expressing “a great deal” or “quite a lot” of confidence in these major institutions of our country, as of June 2025: Congress — 10%, television news — 11%, big business — 15%, the criminal justice system — 17%, newspapers — 17%, large technology companies — 24%, U.S. Supreme Court — 27%, public schools — 29%, organized labor — 29%, banks — 30%, presidency — 30%.
Per Gallup as of last June, 58% said they are “extremely/very proud” to be an American. This is down from 87%
The path to “a ordability” — to declines in prices over time — is free markets and competition.
in 2001.
This is not a pretty picture, and it has been going on for a long time.
After Republicans took the election in 2024, a sense was conveyed that Democrats were wiped out. Elections are too often about whom voters don’t want than whom they do want.
We have a great country that in many ways has seriously lost its way. Our citizens long for meaning and principles.
In short, our country was born and became great with individual freedom and traditional values. This is the magic formula for prosperity and satisfaction.
We are now in dangerous, uncharted territory having departed in too many ways from these
principles. We’re bogged down from massive growth in government and national debt at an unprecedented level that exceeds our entire GDP. At the same time, our defense spending hovers around a post-WWII low as a percentage of GDP.
Let’s look at one of the buzzwords that has emerged from the elections: “a ordability.” Americans are mad about prices.
Let’s think about what causes high prices.
I am looking at a chart produced by economist Mark Perry using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Here are prices from the 2000 through June 2025 that have
DAN WALTERS
STAR PARKER
took o ce, new housing permits in California ranged from a high of 120,780 units in 2022 to a low of 101,546 last year. Newsom’s own budget agrees with the Census Bureau’s data for the same period and projects future construction through 2028 at 100,000 to 104,000 units a year.
Those are the numbers. But how data on housing is collected and collated has been a somewhat murky process, and opponents of housing projects often challenge how they comport with quotas the state imposes on local communities. Fortunately, the Census Bureau has unveiled
a new statistical tool that should go a long way toward having complete data that includes not only conventional single- and multi-family projects, but alternative forms of housing such as backyard granny flats, o cially known as Accessory Dwelling Units; basements or garages that are transformed into apartments; single-family homes converted into duplexes or apartments; mobile homes or o ce buildings that become housing.
The tool uses several sources of data but is heavily reliant on the Postal Service, which
maintains a constantly updated roster of addresses that includes all housing types.
More accurate data should make it easier to overcome conflicts and may even reveal that California’s pro-housing actions have had positive e ects that current methodology misses.
“The housing crisis has persisted in part because we haven’t been able to measure our progress accurately,” an article about the new tool published by the Niskanen Center, a think tank, concludes. “With the Census Bureau’s Address Count Listing File data, that excuse is gone. Now the question is whether policymakers will use this powerful new tool to finally build the housing America needs.”
Dan Walters is a journalist and author who writes for CALmatters.org, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media venture explaining California policies and politics.
declined or increased less than the rate of inflation: TVs, toys, computer software, cellphone services, clothing, household furnishings and new cars.
Here are prices, over the same period, that increased more than the rate of inflation: hospital services, college tuition and fees, child care and nursery school, medical care services, housing and food and beverages.
What is the distinguishing factor in those goods and services that went down in price versus those that went up? The answer is those that increased in price over the 25-year period are things with a lot of government controls and regulations. Those that declined are things that operate in free and competitive markets.
The path to “a ordability” — to declines in prices over time — is free markets and competition.
The path to rising prices and increasing burdens on consumers — more government.
Free markets and competition are what our country is about and what the Republican Party is about.
More government is what the Democratic Party is about.
It’s why we just saw the longest government shutdown in our nation’s history: Democrats’ refusal to back o the never-ending government money machine.
The answer by Republicans to what appears to be a setback in the recent elections is not to join Democrats in their buzzword games.
The answer is to take on areas where we have lost our way and let in way too much government. And to constantly remind voters what our great country is about.
Star Parker is founder of the Center for Urban Renewal and Education. Her recent book, “What Is the CURE for America?” is available now.
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Hangtown 100 caps speedway season
The USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets and BCRA Lightning Sprints are primed to take on Placerville Speedway this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 14 & 15, for the annual running of the Hangtown 100.
Placerville Speedway is aware of the current forecast but is fully pushing forward with the event. If Friday happens to rain out, refunds will be initiated to ticket holders. With seating being reserved, however, tickets will not roll over into Saturday (if you only had a Friday ticket).
Race fans and teams are encouraged to monitor social media channels for any updates regarding the show.
The event puts a wrap on the 60th anniversary season at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds based venue.
“The Hangtown 100 has become a marquee event to close out the season at Placerville Speedway,” commented track promoter Scott Russell. “The USAC National Midgets have put on some breathtaking shows here the last several years and we expect more of the same this weekend. Hopefully the fans will come out and support two great nights of racing this Friday and Saturday.”
Tim Holland returns to
Prior to a rainout last year, Elk Grove’s Kyle Larson claimed his second Hangtown 100 title in 2023, while winning the feature each night. Larson, the now twotime NASCAR Cup Series champion, also scooped up the inaugural running of the event in 2019.
As previously stated, Larson won’t just be co-promoter of the Hangtown 100, he will also be competing in the race once again, searching for a third
career win at the event.
The USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets are set for a busy California swing that gets underway at Placerville Speedway on Friday.
Bixby, Okla’s Cannon McIntosh, who has been gathering Winged Sprint Car experience in California as of late, brings the USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midget point lead into the Golden
Trojans, Bruins open football playoffs
Mike Bush
Mountain Democrat correspondent
For the second time this decade, the Oak Ridge High School football team will play Central Catholic High School’s squad in a CIF SacJoaquin Section Division I Playoffs.
On Friday, No. 2 seed Oak Ridge will welcome No. 7 Central Catholic on the Trojans’ field for a first-round game scheduled to start at 7 p.m. Oak Ridge enters the playoffs, which is using an eight-school format in D-I as well as D-II through D-VII instead of the 12-school formation that had the top four teams in each division have a first-round bye for almost a decade, with a 7-3 record that includes a second-place finish in the Sierra Foothill League at 4-2.
Central Catholic, out of Modesto, enters the post-season at 5-5 with a 4-2 mark in the Valley Oak League.
The Trojans and Raiders have one opponent in common during the regular season — St. Mary’s of Stockton. Oak Ridge posted a 56-35 win over the Rams in a non-league game in El Dorado Hills on Sept. 12. St. Mary’s rolled past Central Catholic 52-28 in Stockton on Aug. 29. Oak Ridge quarterback Nick Johnson enters the playoff game completing 74 of 124 passes for 1,183 yards and nine touchdowns in 10 games this season.
The Trojans have been using two quarterbacks at times. Luke Taber, in eight games, has completed 31 of 48 passes for 420 yards and two touchdowns.
Jasen Womack has led the Trojans’ running game with 100 carries for 483 yards and nine touchdowns. He’s a double threat, used as a wide receiver that has resulted in 29 receptions for 398 yards and two touchdowns.
The Central Catholic-Oak Ridge winner will face the No. 6 Edison of Stockton-No. 2 Grant of Sacramento winner. The latter game is also being played on Friday. The semifinal game will be played on Friday, Nov. 21.
While Oak Ridge and Central Catholic enter the playoffs focused on each other, they have history in the post season. Oak Ridge has played in a combined 71 playoff games, while the Raiders have been a part of 92. Combined, that is 163 playoff games.
Oak Ridge posted a 31-14 win over the Raiders in Modesto in a 2023 D-I semifinals game in Modesto.
The Trojans have played in the D-I section title game the last three seasons.
Ponderosa
In the D-III playoff opener, No. 7 seed Ponderosa (6-4) makes the trek to the east side of Stanislaus County to play No. 2 seed Oakdale (8-2).
Ponderosa took fourth place in the Capital Valley Conference with a 3-3 record. Oakdale
COUGARS ARE ACES ON THE GOLF COURSE
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Valley Conference and brought home the banner for the very first time. Coached by Dale Kasnik, the players practiced four days a week at Cold Springs Country Club in Placerville, starting in August, and dominated in numerous matches and tournaments this season. Team Captain Cameron Boucher, who has played varsity
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Racing action returns to Placerville Speedway this week with the popular Hangtown 100.
Gary Thomas Placerville Speedway
File photo by Gary Thomas
his roots when he races at Placerville Speedway this weekend.
TROJANS ARE TOPS IN TENNIS
COMICS
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State Swing. California native Justin Grant, Kevin Thomas Jr., Jacob Denney and Gavin Miller round out the top five in the championship standings.
A mix of California favorites, who have gone on to the national stage looking to bring home the top prize will include:
World of Outlaws runner up and 2022 Hangtown 100 winner Buddy Kofoid.
Former Dave Bradway Jr. Memorial winner and now threetime Gold Cup victor Corey Day. 2021 Hangtown 100 champion and USAC Triple Crown winner Logan Seavey.
Lemoore’s Carson Macedo, who locked up third in WOO points with 12 triumphs this year.
Placerville Speedway hosted a pair of Avanti Windows & Doors USAC Western States Midget events this year, with wins going to Fremont’s Shane Golobic and Lincoln’s Tanner Carrick respectively. Stockton’s Caden Sarale earned the season long championship.
As is tradition, Saturday night’s main event will feature a 100-lap
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finished in second place in the VOL, behind league champion Manteca that posted a perfect 10-0 record.
The Bruins are entering the playoffs for a second consecutive year. One can bet Ponderosa will be hungry, as it has not won a playoff game since 2007.
Quarterback Colton Ridgley has completed 102 of 194 passes for 1,417 yards and 14 touchdowns for the Bruins this season.
Ponderosa has three running
Letters Continued from A6 the Democrats let in to increase the number of congressional seats. He then goes on to laud DEI, saying it levels the playing field for minorities. No, Mr. Herrman it tilts them to give unfair advantages to minorities. What the left is really saying is that they believe minorities are inferior and will always be inferior so DEI (Didn’t Earn It) is needed.
The Democrats want to keep minorities down and dependent on them so they will support them at the polls. That’s why they oppose school choice that would let minority parents take their kids out of failing schools and put them where they can succeed and not need the crutch of DEI.
Finally, nothing highlights the violence
conclusion for the USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets.
Wingless BCRA Lightning Sprints will complement the event each night. The division has provided entertaining racing during the Hangtown 100 over the last few years. Langley, BC driver Levi Klatt brought home the big win during the 2023 finale.
Livermore’s Greg Dennett claimed the BCRA Lightning Sprint title with six victories this season.
Tickets and details
Two-night ticket packages, along with single night tickets for the Hangtown 100, can be purchased at eventsprout.com/event/psr111425.
The pit gate will open at noon, with the front gate opening at 4 p.m. Hirst Home Team Happy Hour is offered until 6 p.m. in the grandstands featuring live music with discounted Coors Light and Coors Original at the beer booth.
The Placerville Speedway is located on the El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive in Placerville. For more information visit placervillespeedway.com.
backs who have rushed for 200 or more yards this season. The backs are Cole Pratt, Zealand Jenks and Marshall Alvernaz, who rushed for 465 yards on 77 carries and scored nine touchdowns.
Jenks is also a double threat for the Bruins, hauling in 32 passes for 530 yards and seven touchdowns.
The Ponderosa-Oakdale winner will play the No. 6 Vanden-No. 3 Merced winner. The semifinal game is also scheduled for Nov. 21.
di erence between the left and right better than the comparison of the anti-Semitic riots on campuses versus the Turning Point rallies in campuses. You can
paint over it all you want, Mr. Herman, but everyone knows where the violence is coming from these days.
GEORGE ALGER Placerville
ARIES (March 21-April 19). By feeding your insatiable curiosity, you have learned quite a bit you can readily apply to your life. And while you know much that could be of value to others, today it’s best to share knowledge only with those who seek it.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You are hyper-aware of the exchanges inside relationships, and this knowledge of what’s being exchanged on both the deeper levels and the surface levels can be a lot to manage. Trust your instincts, follow your impulses and acknowledge your takes.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21). It’s impossible to see reality as it is if you are looking through fantasy lters. To remove the goggles of wishful thinking, seek to access your subconscious. Ask yourself, “What am I secretly hoping will happen here?”
CANCER (June 22-July 22). You pride yourself on being somewhat self-contained, but you can’t hold your own weather all of the time because moods and energies are contagious; we pick up what’s around us. Reset your system in a lighter, calmer atmosphere.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). The best goals aren’t given to you by authority. The best goals emerge organically out of your attractions. Like a kitten batting at the sky of birds, you’re already in motion before you even realize what you want.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). It’s exciting to think luck could strike like a bolt out of the blue. But lightning is also dangerous. It’s better to throw logs on the re for the slow burn — success you work toward and build around as you go.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Just because you can solve a problem for someone else doesn’t mean that you should — at least not right away. Hang back and observe a bit longer, paying special attention to power dynamics.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Loving relationships are your forte, and you’ll show and share what counts today. However, it’s the you-to-you relationship that forti es and fuels. Self-acceptance and positive internal dialogue are at the root of your next achievement.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Like a baker rising before dawn to make bread for the town, a physician vowing to do no harm, or a postal worker delivering mail in all kinds of weather, you will carry out a de ning act with devoted consistency.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’ll get the sort of fun challenges that make life interesting. For instance, a situation in one area of your life is getting intolerable, but it can be changed. You’ll take this on and someone will come into your picture and help you.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). A lucky charm will help you. When things don’t go your way, use the
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■ TUNDRA by Chad Carpenter
■ RUBES by Leigh Rubin
■ SPEED BUMP by Dave Coverly
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Congratulations to the Oak Ridge High School girls tennis team, which took home the 202526 Division I Sac-Joaquin Section Championship banner. The Trojans dominated 8-1 in the championship matches on Nov. 12 at the Eve Zimmermann Tennis Complex on the University of the Pacific campus in Stockton. Up next is the CIF Nor-Cal Tennis Championships on Nov. 21 & 22
Above, Trojan tennis players are all smiles after winning the section banner.
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Nov. 14
Join Dogwood Garden Club for festive merry making at its Indoor Holiday Craft Fair in the Pines at 6290 Pony Express Trail from 5-8 p.m. and again on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Twenty vendors will be selling a variety of hand-crafted unique items. Mouthwatering soups, sandwiches and beverages will be available as well as a raffle and bake sale. All proceeds will be distributed to local nonprofit organizations such as the library, food bank and Boys and Girls Club. For more information contact Theresa Magunson at (619) 339-6931.
The El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce will host the Highway 50 Corridor Power Lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cattlemens, 12409 Folsom Blvd., Rancho Cordova. For more information visit eldoradohillschamber.org.
Grover Anderson and the Lampoliers + Flannel will perform 7-11 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.
Serena Karise Band will perform at the Red Hawk Casino Stage Bar, 8 p.m. to midnight. For more information visit redhawkcasino.com.
The Center for the Arts in Grass Valley presents Vienna Boys Choir at 7 p.m. For tickets and more information visit thecenterforthearts.org.
Ed Wilson will play at The Vine in El Dorado Hills from 6-8 p.m.
The Mills Station Arts and Culture Center in Rancho Cordova presents Spanish guitarist Jesse Hendricks at 6:30 p.m. For more information visit rcmacc.org.
Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom presents The Robert Cray Band at 7:30 p.m. For tickets and more information call (916) 608-6888 or visit harriscenter.net.
Nov. 15
El Dorado Hills Town Center will host the Holiday Makers Market, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Farmer Gene’s Tree Lot opens. Hours will be 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through Dec. 21. For more information visit edhtowncenter.com.
Left of Cool will perform 4-6 p.m. and RxEMEDY will perform 8-11 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.
Placerville Merchants on Main will host Third Saturday Art Walk — Art and Wine from 5-8 p.m. For more information visit placervillemerchants.org.
Join CASA El Dorado for its annual Shine Bright Gala at 5:30 p.m. at the Serrano Country Club in El Dorado Hills. Event includes a threecourse meal with drinks, a CASA impact story, CASA El Dorado Champion for Children awards and live and silent auctions. For tickets and more information visit casaeldorado.org.
Pollock Pines/Camino Community Center will be hosting its annual See’s Candy fundraiser at 2675 Sanders Drive, Pollock Pines through Nov. 26. Hours vary. For more information call (530) 647-8005.
More than gold
At Placerville Arts Association’s National Mother Lode Art Exhibition
It has been said that art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life
– Pablo Picasso
Sylvia Coleman Placerville Arts Association
There couldn’t be a better time or place to refresh your soul than at Placerville Arts Association’s 59th National Mother Lode Art Exhibition, running through Nov. 22. with free admission.
Last year’s exhibition was highly praised by Cheryl Gleason, the gallery’s curator, as one of the finest art exhibits the Mills Station Arts and Culture Center had ever hosted. This year’s exhibit returns to the MACC, located at 10191 Mills Station Road in Rancho Cordova, at Mather Field and Folsom Boulevard.
Exhibition hours are Thursdays and Fridays from 2-7 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. That’s nine days of art bliss — more valuable than gold.
An exciting reception was held Friday, Nov. 7, where art enthusiasts walked the gallery, delighted and inspired by the 2D and 3D artworks juried into the show. Elegant hors d’oeuvres and live music by the Stellis Trio added to the festive atmosphere. After an hour of taking in the art displayed on the first and second floors, the show judge gave a slide presentation discussing the exhibition and her process of selecting works for the various awards. Each artist came forward to receive the award they had earned.
Fifteen awards were presented during the reception, including Best of Show, Awards of Excellence, Awards of Merit, Honorable Mentions, three PAA awards and two Memorial Awards. Combined cash prizes totaled $4,250. PAA appreciates the generous support of its sponsors. For more information, visit paa.gallery.
This year’s juror and judge, Leslie McCarron, is a full-time artist based in Carmichael, known for her vibrant paintings that radiate joy through bold colors and playful compositions. Raised in Northern California, McCarron discovered her passion for art early but pursued a corporate sales career before a health crisis led her back to painting. Encouraged by local artists and formal art education, she embraced
“Self
her creative calling.
Since 2017, McCarron has gained recognition through social media, gallery exhibitions and awards, including shows at Archival Gallery in Sacramento and features in Inside Sacramento magazine. Her mission is simple: to bring beauty and happiness into the world through her paintings, which collectors describe as “visual antidepressants.” To learn more, visit lesliemccarron.com.
McCarron faced quite a task selecting this year’s artworks from 592 pieces submitted by 255 artists. Due to space limitations — and the large size of many pieces — the exhibit features a total of 110 artworks, including 15 threedimensional pieces. The show presents a wide range of media including oil, watercolor, multimedia, pastel, cold wax, ceramics, photography and more, created by remarkable artists from across the United States. This national art exhibition is an exceptional opportunity “to wash away the dust of everyday life.” Visitors are invited to come, see, enjoy — and purchase fine art.
This is Placerville Arts Association’s 59th Mother Lode Show. PAA was granted nonprofit status in 1965, and this year the organization celebrates 60 years as a nonprofit — meaning the Mother Lode Show began almost immediately after its founding as an art presence in El Dorado County.
Destruction” by Zoe DiNardo
Camp Richardson’s snowshoe cocktail races set for 2026
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — Camp Richardson Resort’s friendly, laugh-out-loud winter snowshoe competition returns to the beach in front of The Grove restaurant Jan. 17, Feb. 21, and March 21, 2026. Racers are invited to try their luck and skill at racing through obstacles with cocktail trays in hand. The winner is the fastest and cleanest, with trays and drinks intact.
No experience is required, but a hefty sense of balance is helpful. The race is open to novice, amateur and expert snowshoe racers. Snowshoes are provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own.
Competitors will run, knees up, kicking snow with their snowshoes while balancing a tray full of mock drinks, hoping to be the fastest without spilling.
Registration is free, and there are multiple race categories, including men/women’s sprint, obstacle and team. Competitors can win prizes that range from dining certificates to stays and merchandise.
Races start at 6 p.m. on Jan. 17, Feb. 21, and March 21, 2026. Signups begin at 5 p.m., and entry is free. The races will be run on snow or sand. The Grove will also feature live entertainment before the races and daily specials.
Camp Richardson offers the most affordable all-inclusive snow play activities in South Lake
Capital Stage offers ASL
SACRAMENTO — Capital Stage will now offer American Sign Language–interpreted performances for every main stage production, beginning with “Eureka Day” on Saturday, Nov. 15, at 8 p.m.
The new accessibility initiative provides ASL interpretation for audiences at all six upcoming main stage shows at the Capital Stage Theatre, 2215 J St. in Sacramento.
Schedule of ASL-interpreted performances
• “Eureka Day,” Nov. 15, 8 p.m.
• “I and You,” Dec. 20, at 8 p.m.
• “The Sound Inside,” Feb. 28, 2026, at 8 p.m.
• “Fat Ham,” April 18, 2026, at 8 p.m.
• “Espejos: Clean,” June 6, 2026, at 8 p.m.
• “The Two Kids That Blow Sh*t Up,” July 25, 2026, at 8 p.m.
ASL interpreters are provided by Ashlie Boyer and associates.
Capital Stage is a professional nonprofit theater company dedicated to creating transformative, thought-provoking performances that challenge, inspire and connect. The company presents seven full-length live productions each year, along with concerts and special events at its Midtown Sacramento home at 2215 J St. Capital Stage also offers apprenticeships and internships for those seeking professional theater experience, public performing arts classes and educational programs in partnership with CLARA, the Crocker Art Museum and McGeorge School of Law. For more information visit capstage.org.
Tahoe, with a slate of family activities, including snowshoeing and cross-country groomed trails, sledding, snowball fun, building snowmen, or just relaxing by the outdoor fire pit.
A 128-acre complex on the shores of Lake Tahoe, the resort consists of a historical hotel, cabins, campgrounds, a general store, ice cream parlor and The Grove, a lakefront restaurant. The hotel, cabins, beachside inn, duplex, and Richardson House can be reserved through camprichardsonresort.com. Outdoor accommodations can be reserved through recreation.gov.
About Camp Richardson Resort
On the picturesque shores of South Lake Tahoe, the original Camp Richardson Resort is a cherished destination that has offered a timeless retreat for generations of families and friends. This historical resort blends a rich history with modern amenities. Welcoming those who have made cherished memories for decades and inviting new visitors to create their own traditions, Camp Richardson offers a range of accommodations — from a cozy lodge and historical cabins to a beachside inn and campgrounds for tents and RVs — ensuring everyone enjoys the perfect retreat. Camp Richardson Resort operates under a special use permit with the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit.
‘In
the Meadow’ highlights California Native Art
Mary Osucha Arts and Cultire El Dorado
In partnership with the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians and concept: art + movement, Switchboard Gallery is hosting a journey through the “meadow” with traditional and contemporary examples of regional Native American attire alongside paintings of life found in a meadow. The exhibition explores the importance of the meadow ecosystem as a gathering place for many of the resources vital to Indigenous culture. Meadows are green and provide a water source to support the abundance of life found there. Through its blend of traditional and contemporary expressions, the show celebrates the strength and growth of local and regional Native art emerging from a living and thriving culture. The exhibition, which runs through Jan. 11, 2026, features two-dimensional works from renowned Native artists as well as wearable art and design from pre-contact days to the present. Each ensemble has a unique look and influence but is distinctly Indigenous Californian and landbased. In the Meadow offers a unique look into the experience of being Native American in today’s society. The exhibition is anchored in tradition from time immemorial and conveys the experiences of the many Native people who walk in two worlds.
“Come and walk through the tall grasses and listen to the birds and insects sing by the creek that meanders through a sunny meadow. Lined with willows and wildflowers where everything smells green and wonderful. This grassy escape is the focus of regional native artists that give their take on this all important and not often celebrated enough corner of our landscape. We invite you to let your imagination run and play. Feel the soft seed heads of the tall grasses tickle your hands as you
News release
SAN FRANCISCO — The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco have completed a multiyear Gifts of Art campaign that brought in more than 2,000 gifts from 275 donors, strengthening every part of the de Young and Legion of Honor collections.
explore and rediscover the treasures that exist in our precious meadows through an artist’s eye,” said Shanti Parks, curator.
The curatorial team drew inspiration from the diverse talents that make up the Native arts community in Central California. The artwork reflects the uniqueness of California tribal environments and traditions and highlights the importance of the land-people connection in Native culture. The contemporary ensembles provide a glimpse into the experience of people who are proud and continue to center culture as the nucleus of a vital and thriving community in the modern world.
The exhibition features the work of regional culture bearers from local tribal communities, including Carson Bates (Northern Sierra Miwok), Denise Davis (Mt. Maidu), Jacky Calanchini (Nisenan), Jeremy Peconom (Mt. Maidu), Kat Solares (Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians), Kimberly Stevenot (Northern Sierra Mewuk), Meyokeeskow Marrufo (Eastern Pomo), Ray LeBeau (Illmawi Band of the Pit River Tribe), Shanti Parks (Mewuk), and Viola LeBeau (Hammawi Band of the Pit River Nation/Cahuilla/ Maidu/Cheyenne River Lakota).
In the Meadow’s opening reception is Nov. 15 from 5-7 p.m. Switchboard Gallery is at 525 Main Street in Placerville and is open Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Arts and Culture El Dorado’s mission to promote, connect and empower arts and culture throughout the county is achieved through targeted programs and services, a vibrant gallery exhibition series, and initiatives that support and sustain the region’s cultural life.
For more information visit artsandcultureeldorado.org.
Toulouse-Lautrec from an anonymous donor and Henri Matisse’s “Jazz,” funded by Margaret and Will Hearst. Women artists gained representation with additions by Lavinia Fontana, Angelica Kauffman, Marie-Guillemine Benoist and Elisabeth Louise Vigée-LeBrun.
Launched in 2022 by Director and CEO Thomas P. Campbell, the campaign marked the 50th anniversary of the Fine Arts Museums and the centennial of the Legion of Honor. It called for 100 transformative gifts of art and attracted longtime supporters and new philanthropists alike.
Highlights include Diane B. Wilsey’s funding of Canaletto’s “Venice, the Grand Canal looking East with Santa Maria della Salute,” which will appear in the spring exhibition “Monet and Venice.” Local collector Kirk Edward Long donated 1,600 European master prints, one of the largest single-owner gifts to the Achenbach Foundation for Graphic Arts, along with European paintings, decorative arts and Roman antiquities.
Other notable gifts include works on paper by Mary Cassatt, Jean-Antoine Watteau and Henri de
Contemporary art also grew with 42 acquisitions from local artists through a $1 million gift from the Svane Family Foundation. Bernard and Barbro Osher added 61 works by Georgia O’Keeffe, Winslow Homer and John Singer Sargent, and J. Alec and Gail Merriam contributed more than 140 pieces of ancestral Maya art. To close the campaign, gallerist John Berggruen promised Frida Kahlo’s portrait of Mrs. Jean Wight, the first Kahlo painting in the museums’ collection.
Visitors can see Gifts of Art works in the permanent collections of both museums. A multilingual audio tour in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese and English provides context.
The Fine Arts Museums, comprising the de Young in Golden Gate Park and the Legion of Honor in Lincoln Park, are the largest public arts institution in San Francisco. They are located on land unceded by the Ramaytush Ohlone and acknowledge the ancestral territories of other Ohlone peoples, as well as the Miwok, Yokuts and Patwin.
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Competitors race with snowshoes and trays of drinks hoping to be the first to cross the finish with full glasses.
“Voices of Service: Honoring the Snowline Board,” to recognize and celebrate the remarkable individuals who have guided the organization through decades of service to the community. The event, held at the Serrano Country Club, brought together Snowline’s current and emeritus board members along with staff for an evening of gratitude, reflection and connection.
Guests were especially honored by the presence of Snowline’s founder, Doug Tustin, and his wife Karen, whose vision and dedication more than four decades ago laid the foundation for Snowline’s compassionate care.
Each board member shared stories spanning the organization’s history, from its humble beginnings to the innovative programs and services that continue to grow and serve the region. Their personal reflections underscored the heart of Snowline’s mission: to bring peace and dignity through life’s transitions by providing comfort, care and support to those in need.
Snowline’s programs include comprehensive hospice and palliative care, grief and bereavement support and the new ElderCare program, which supports seniors who struggle to access and attend doctors’ appointments and have frequent hospital visits. Snowline comes to you. The organization also offers a specialized Veterans Program that honors and supports those who have served the country. These programs are made possible through
the dedication of staff, volunteers, donors and community partners who believe in Snowline’s mission of compassionate service.
The evening was a touching reminder that Snowline’s strength lies not only in its care for patients but also in the deep commitment of those who lead and serve
As
For more information about Snowline’s services or to get involved visit snowlinehealth.org.
A tribute in full-throttle country at Sutter Creek Theater
SUTTER CREEK — When the lights go down and the first chords of a country anthem reverberate through the historical walls of the Sutter Creek Theater, the audience knows they’re in for something more than just a show.
On Saturday, Nov. 22 at 7 p.m., the stage will host the electrifying tribute act The Morgan Wallen Experience, honoring the high-octane sound of multi-platinum artist Morgan Wallen — an evening that promises raw vocals, booming bass and full-throttle crowd connection.
Tucked away in the Gold Rush town of Sutter Creek, the 215-seat theater — once a silent-film venue — delivers acoustic clarity tight enough to make an arena sound intimate.
“Our show is built to move people,”
the performers said.
Wallen’s crossover appeal — blending country, rock and pop — has spawned a new breed of countryrock showmanship, and this tribute captures that spirit boldly.
“No gimmicks, just the sound fans know and love,” the band promised. For locals and fans alike, it’s a chance to soak in the vibe of Wallen’s hits without heading to a stadium.
From soulful ballads to high-energy anthems, the band pulls from the full spectrum of Wallen’s catalog. The venue’s setup pairs the charm of a small-town theater with high-fidelity production — video backdrops, rich sound and an immersive crowdfirst mindset. Beer and wine will be available.
For tickets and more information visit suttercreektheater.com or call (916) 425-0077.
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The Morgan Wallen Experience will hit the Sutter Creek stage Nov. 22 at 7 p.m.
behind the scenes.
Snowline looks to the future, the organization remains committed to its founding promise to bring light, care and hope to every life it touches.
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Snowline Hospice recently celebrated its board of directors at an event at Serrano Country Club
News release
In the Sierra Nevada foothills town of Murphys, English teacher-by-day and troubadour-bynight Grover Anderson is quietly building a devoted following. With his band the Lampoliers, Anderson channels the rhythms and emotions of small-town life into Americana-rooted songs filled with grit, heart and truth. Now, he and his band are bringing that sound to Placerville with a special performance at The Green Room Social Club on Friday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m., joined by guest act
Flannel. The band’s name, drawn from the old word “lampolier,” meaning one who tends streetlamps, is a fitting metaphor. In his songwriting, Anderson illuminates the quiet corners of life — love, loss, work and the bittersweet beauty of home. His 2021 album “All the Lies That I Have Told” drew praise for its literary sensibility and small-town authenticity.
What makes Anderson and the Lampoliers stand out in a crowded Americana field is their honesty.
They don’t posture or chase trends; instead, they let the songs breathe, grounded in melody and meaning. The result is a sound that feels lived-in and sincere. Listeners often remark on how seamlessly Anderson’s two worlds — the classroom and the stage — intersect. He’s as comfortable guiding students through Shakespeare as he is performing his own poetry in the form of song. Friday’s show in Placerville is set to be one of those rare nights where that authenticity meets the energy of live performance. The Green Room Social Club, known for its intimate setting and highquality sound, provides the perfect venue. The club offers a professional stage setup, great acoustics and the kind of atmosphere where an artist like Anderson can truly connect with his audience. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.
RENO — Thrill Sports, P1 Live and RNC
Entertainment announced the 2025 Nitro Circus “Off the Rails” Tour will bring its electrifying live event to Reno Events Center on Wednesday, Dec. 10.
Co-founded by action sports icon Travis Pastrana, Nitro Circus features elite athletes and world-class daredevils in freestyle motocross, BMX, skate and scooter. The show delivers jaw-dropping stunts, top-tier athletes and nonstop energy for fans of all ages. Event sponsors include Busch Light, Monster Energy, Dios Azul Tequila, WOLFpak, LUCY Goods, Voro Motors, Cardo Systems, Elixir, Wienerschnitzel and AminoHeal.
The “Off the Rails” tour introduces a new generation of gravity-defying thrill seekers and boundary pushers. This athlete lineup will showcase mind-blowing stunts, high-flying tricks and heartpounding excitement with new competitions that pit the best against the best in never-before-seen showdowns.
“I’m so excited to be coming back to North America,” said Nitro Circus legend Ryan “R Willy” Williams. “This all new show promises to be an exhilarating experience for everyone, whether you are a fan of action sports or simply seeking entertainment for the family. It really is a thrill ride that will leave you at the edge of your seat. The energy and camaraderie of the athletes is contagious. I can’t wait to connect with our fans, making memories and inspiring the next generation.”
The athletes
Nitro Circus’ elite roster features some of the most fearless athletes on the planet. Williams, an Australian action sports innovator with more than 100 world firsts across BMX and scooter and more than 900 million YouTube views, leads the lineup. Joining him is Aaron “Wheelz” Fotheringham, a WCMX pioneer from Las Vegas who landed the world’s first wheelchair backflip. Freestyle motocross legend Adam Jones brings more than two decades of experience and multiple X Games medals. BMX standout Andy Buckworth, the first to land a double frontflip no-hander, continues to be a podium threat with high-risk tricks. With a live DJ, interactive fan moments and nonstop energy, the show keeps fans on their feet and immersed in the action.
About
Nitro Circus
Nitro Circus, a global sports entertainment leader, creates electrifying live events and original content that exhilarates and inspires thrill-seeking fans worldwide. Co-founded in 2003 by Travis Pastrana, Nitro Circus has grown into a multiplatform phenomenon with live events, progressive competitions, hit television programming and digital offerings. The brand has sold more than 3 million tickets, with content airing in more than 60 countries, and continues to expand its consumer products business. For more information visit nitrocircus.com or follow @nitrocircus on social media.
About P1 Live
P1 Live delivers a full-service data-driven approach to promoting and producing nationally routed tours, residencies and large-scale festivals. With a partner-centric strategy, P1 Live continues to expand by launching events in new markets and creating a positive experience between artists, promoters and agents. Learn more at prolific1.com/ p1-live.
To learn more or to purchase tickets visit nitrocircus.com.
Inverness 95 will perform at the Red Hawk Casino Stage Bar, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information visit redhawkcasino. com.
Toogood Winery will host a Private Reserve Wine Tasting at 11:30 a.m. and again on Sunday, same time. For more information visit toogoodwinery. com.
The Sacramento Fine Arts Center in Carmichael presents Art, Poetry and Jazz at 6 p.m. For more information visit sacfinearts.org.
The Sacramento Guitar Society presents The Davis Chamber Players Fall Concert at 7:30 p.m. at the Davis Community Church. For more information visit sacguitarsociety.org.
The Sofia in Sacramento presents Ronstadt Revolution. For tickets and more information call (916) 443-5300 or visit bstreettheatre.org.
The Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera presents Opera on the Go with Goldie B. Locks & the Three Singing Bears, The beloved children’s story brought to life like never before. The free, all ages event will take place at Arthur F. Turner Community Library, 1212 Merkley Ave, West Sacramento. For tickets and more
information call (916) 476-5975 or visit sacphilopera.org.
Nov. 16
El Dorado State will host It’s All About Honest Elections with county Registrar Linda Webster, 1:30-4 p.m. at Rescue Community Center, 4180 Green Valley Road.
A Community Bake Sale to assist those who have lost SNAP benefits will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the County Fair Shopping Center on Fairlane Drive in Placerville between Grocery Outlet and Smoked Barbecue.
Camino Classical Ballet will host its Nutcracker Sweets Fundraiser, 2-5p.m. at Camino Moose Lodge, 4310 8 Mile Road, Camino. An excerpt from the upcoming “Nutcracker” will be performed by CCB students and there will be a silent auction with some amazing treats from local businesses. Tickets are available at the door. For more information visit caminoballet.weebly.com.
Quiet Coyote will perform 5-8 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.
The Center for the Arts in Grass Valley presents Charles
Esten at 7 p.m. For tickets and more information visit thecenterforthearts.org.
Nov. 17
Open Mic Night hosted by Garratt Wilkin will take place, 5-8 p.m. and Rockstar Karaoke from 8-11 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom. com.
Nov. 18
Powell’s Steamer Company and Pub, 425 Main St., presents Eric Hill and Jonny Mojo for Taco Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. Stop by for some good food and good tunes. For more information call (530) 626-1091.
Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom presents “Chicago” through Nov. 23. For tickets and more information call (916) 6086888 or visit harriscenter.net.
Nov. 19
Main Street Menagerie PRIDE Celebration, DJ + Drag show will take place , 7-10 p.m.
The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.
Join the Camino Fire Safe Council for its monthly meeting
at 6:30 p.m. at Cal Fire Mt. Danahar Station No. 20, 2840 Mt Danaher Rd, Camino. Learn what you can do to save your home from wildfire and what the Fire Safe Council is doing for the benefit of the community.
The Sofia in Sacramento presents Tinsley Ellis at 8 p.m. Tickets and more information are available at bstreettheatre.org.
Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom will host Folsom Lake College Music Department’s Student Showcase at 7 p.m. For tickets and more information call (916) 608-6888 or visit harriscenter.net.
Nov. 20
The Marshall Foundation for Community Health will host a Dementia Educational Seminar from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 4207 Town Center Blvd Building A, Suite 100 in El Dorado Hills. For more information visit marshallfound.org.
Vitalant will hold a Blood Drive at Marshal Hospital’s South Wing Lobby from 10:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. To make an appointment call (877) 258-4825 or visit donors.vitalant.org.
The El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce will host its Business Luncheon with guest speaker
Crocker exhibition challenges and celebrates women’s perspectives
SACRAMENTO — The Crocker Art Museum’s newest exhibition, Making Moves: A Collection of Feminisms, invites visitors to reexamine what feminism looks like through the eyes of artists across generations, mediums and identities.
Running through May 3, 2026, the exhibition brings together works that span themes of self-representation, memory, care, and the erotic. Drawn largely from the museum’s permanent collection, Making Moves also features loans and gifts from private collections, creating a sweeping dialogue between modern and contemporary feminist expression.
At its heart is a rare highlight — Frida Kahlo’s “Self-Portrait with Loose Hair” (1947) — marking the first time a work by the iconic Mexican artist has been on view at the Crocker. The painting’s inclusion underscores the exhibition’s commitment to exploring identity and strength in all their complexity.
“This exhibition recognizes that feminism is not a single story,” said a Crocker curator in a statement. “It’s an evolving conversation that artists have shaped and reshaped over time. Making Moves honors that diversity of thought and form.”
The show brings together an eclectic mix of voices, including Judy Chicago, Faith Ringgold, and Jojo Abot, among others. Each artist contributes to a broader narrative of what it means to make space — and make change — through art.
Throughout the galleries, visitors encounter a range of media: textiles, photography, performance documentation, and large-scale installations that challenge conventional depictions of femininity
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The Mother Lode Show remains a major event for PAA. One of the group’s goals is to promote visual arts in the local community through shows, exhibitions, demonstrations, workshops, outreach programs and artoriented field trips.
Awards
Best of Show
Beth Failor, “Let’s Pretend,” oil on wood panel
Awards of Excellence
Jan Welda, “Alexander,” oil on canvas
Zoe DiNardo, “SelfDestruction,” oil on canvas
Guy Cohen, “A Guitar,” 3D — wood, steel, lights
Awards of Merit
James Morrison, “The Mighty Oak,” photography
Michelle Peltier, “Wires,”
acrylic
David Mason, “The Little Prince,” mixed media
Matt Sugarman Memorial Award
“Jack” John McTiernan, “Under the Rainbow,” mixed media
Anita Wolff Memorial Award
Gloria Vernon, “Ruby,” soft pastel
PAA Awards
First Place: Annie O’Connell, “Heart of a Cabbage,” oil
Second Place: Michael Fritschi, “Morning Walk in Coloma,” oil
Third Place: Bev Barnett, “Quiet Forest,” handcrafted mixed media
Honorable Mentions
Donald Macho, “Snow Melt,” oil
David Ruderman, “Along the Path, Sea Ranch, CA,” archival pigment print
Ronda Eden, “Shout It From the Mountain,” mixed media
About the Placerville Arts Association
PAA promotes the creative
and power. The result is an experience that is both intimate and expansive, personal and political.
Beyond the artworks themselves, Making Moves offers programming that encourages community dialogue. The museum plans artist talks, guided tours, and workshops exploring feminist practice and representation in visual culture.
For Sacramento audiences, the exhibition is both a celebration and a challenge — a call to recognize how the personal intersects with the political and how art continues to make meaning from that intersection.
Featured artists
JOJO ABOT, Jane Ingram Allen, Amanda Austin, Ruth Bernhard, Lynn Beldner, Lola Álvarez Bravo, Layo Bright, Joan Brown, Nancy Buchanan, Mary Cassatt, Widline Cadet, Judy Chartrand, Andrea Chung, Judy Chicago, Judy Dater, George Daniels Morse, Dora De Larios, Nicole Eisenman, Maya Fuji, Viola Frey, Nancy Genn, Shan Goshorn, Jay Lynn Gomez, Raven Halfmoon, Ester Hernandez, Robin Hill, Frida Kahlo, Angelica Kauffman, Corita Kent, Koo Kyung Sook, Young Joon Kwak, Deana Lawson, Liza Lou, Hung Liu, Zoe Longfield, Joan Moment, Paige Jiyoung Moon, Michelle Magdalena, Jody Naranjo, Paula Nicho Cúmez, Catherine Opie, Emmy Lou Packard, Wendy Red Star, Diego Rivera, Faith Ringgold, Annabeth Rosen, Roz Ritter, Ruth Rippon, Judith Schaechter, Jacob Schloss, T.B. Sherriff, Esther Shimazu, Stephanie Syjuco, Betye Saar, Lezley Saar, M. Louise Stanley, Claire Tabouret, Joan Tanner, J.A. Todd, Rupy C. Tut, Laura Van Duren, Kukuli Velarde, Lina Iris Viktor, Adele Watson, Faith Wilding,
2026, at the Crocker Art Museum. For more information visit crockerart.org.
work of its members, provides opportunities for artists to share ideas, and invites public interest through a variety of visual-arts events. Its Outreach Program provides funding and supplies to support community visualarts initiatives. PAA is the oldest nonprofit art group in El Dorado County in continuous operation (since the early 1960s), and its current membership includes both artists and patrons of the arts. For additional information visit placervillearts.com. To view the online show visit paa.gallery.com.
About The Mills
Station Arts & Culture Center
The MACC in Rancho Cordova transforms the historical 1911 Mills Station building into a vibrant community arts hub. Open since 2018, the MACC hosts rotating exhibits, performances and events that celebrate creativity, culture and connection. Admission is always free. Learn more at rcmacc.org.
Samantha Yun Wall, Carrie Mae Weems, Maryam Yousif and Nancy Youdelman. Making Moves: A Collection of
Feminisms is on view through May 3,
“Self-Portrait with Loose Hair” by Frida Kahlo
“Morning Walk in Coloma” by Michael Fritschi
“Heart of a Cabbage” by Annie O’Connell
ARC invites community to explore winter mushrooms
The
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When winter rains arrive the mushrooms bloom and are soon ripe for the picking.
