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table of

contents

COLOMA:
Marshall Park marks
golds rst discovery.

see page 6

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On THe COveR AnD ABOve: Photos by Jeremy Burke

Rafting season is promising to be one


of the best.

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Take a hike
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coloma
History

Gold
RUsh
Marshall Park
marks place of
first discovery

By Rachel Zirin Photos By Jeremy Burke

Gold was first discovered

along
the American River in the town of Coloma, by James
Marshall Jan. 24, 1848. This monumental discovery is
what sparked the Gold Rush 168 years ago in California.
Today, Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
marks the historic spot, preserved by the Gold Discovery Park Association.
In the park, there is assortment of activates to enjoy
including hiking trails, historic buildings, an active
and working black smiths shop, walking tours, two
cemeteries dating back to the Gold Rush, and the most
popular: Gold panning, said Holly Thane, the lead park
interpreter.
One of the hiking trails takes you up to the James
Marshall Monument, she said. It is a statue of him
Continued on page 8

Shop: Bekearts store dating back to 1849 is still


standing.
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Gold transportation: Old mining equipment remains
on the site, including this ore cart.
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and he is also buried underneath it. It also has


a great view of the valley.
Along with the parks activities, there is also
access to the river. Many people bring kayaks
and go boating down the South Fork of the
river, Thane said.
If you went to fourth-grade in the area, then
you most likely have visited this park on a field
trip, she said.
The park gets between 70,000 and 80,000
fourth-graders visiting between March and
June, who learn about the discovery of gold.
The park also hosts many events, such as
Living History Days the second Saturday of
the month and Gold Discovery Tours. Larger
events include: The 2016 World Gold Panning
Championship which will be Sept. 11-18 at
the El Dorado County Fairground and Coloma
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Staying afloat: Coloma features easy access to the American River and is a
popular starting point for rafting the river.
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Tombstone: A monument for James Marshall commemorates his impact on
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rafting
If you are looking for some adventure this summer, whitewater rafting may be the thrill you having missing.

Auburn is home to some of the best whitewater rafting on


the planet and we are so lucky to have such a pristine river in
our area for thrilling outdoor experiences.
Want to try it? Make an appointment with a rafting company,
go to the river, put on the provided life jacket, learn safety
precautions from your rafting guide, get in the raft, and go
down the river at 2,000 cubic-feet per second.

It is a fantastic way to enjoy nature, see the


river and add a splash of fun to your life,
said Deric Rothe, the owner and head guide
at Sierra Whitewater Rafting in Coloma. Its
family friendly and people from the age of 8
to 75 go rafting.
For those like me who are scared of whitewater rafting and think it is dangerous, it actually isnt. About 75,000 people went rafting last
summer and injuries are very rare. Rafting is
safer than driving on the freeway, Rothe said.
Sometimes people fall out, and they take a
swim, but we always get them back in the
boat, he said.
One thing to remember if you plan on rafting
is to wear sunscreen. It is encouraged to
wear sunglasses, a hat, shorts and a tank top,
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enthusiasm, he said.
This coming summer is expected to have the
best rafting in a few years from all of the rain
and snow we have had.
Whitewater rafting will be the highlight of
your summer, Rothe said.

Rapid rewards: Rafters celebrate


after splashing through Satans
Cesspool on the South Fork of the
American River with Sierra Whitewater and guide Deric Rothe, far left.

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Colfax

Take
a hike
Stevens Trail rich with beautiful sights of
Written by Mary West photos by Mary West
And a river runs through it:
The highlight of this trail is a
breathtaking view of the Iowa
Hill Bridge far below.
___
Blooming blues: Look for a
blanket of blue bonnets and
clover before you head into
the canyon.

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This is the perfect time to hike

the well-maintained Stevens Trail in


Colfax before the weather really heats up. Much of this trail is exposed so make sure you take plenty
of water and sun protection for the 9-mile in-and-out hike that ends at the edge of the American
River. I would describe many of the trails in our area as a walk. Stevens trail is a legitimate hike with
significant elevation change, so go prepared.
The beginning of the trail runs parallel along I-80 but the sound of traffic gives way to running
water and the cool air of the wooded trail. Along the way, pine and manzanita line the path with
oak and laurel. After crossing the balance beam across a small creek, the trail opens to the sun and
a trail sign sends you to the right. Just beyond the sign look for a blanket of blue bonnets and clover
before you head into the canyon. Not far along, the trail splits, go left along the canyon wall. Emerald

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green ferns seem to spring directly from rocks near the


waterfalls in the shady inside curves that follow the
mountain side.
With the high water flows, the rocky water crossing
can be slippery and the rocks are often under water.
This crossing is tricky. You can take the bike trail to the
water crossing that is flat and wide but you are going
to get wet either way. Be on the lookout for a shallow
cave to peek into, and the highlight of this trail, a
breathtaking view of the Iowa Hill Bridge far below.

One of the many


pleasures of Stevens
Trail is watching how
the sunlight plays on
the canyon walls and
shines on the river
below as you make
your way along the
trail.

The sheer variety of wildflowers makes this a must-hike


in spring. The plentiful rains we have enjoyed this year
can only add to the quantity and quality of the varied
blossoms and blooms in pale peach, bright orange and
red, the brightest white and deepest purple just a few
of the eye-catching shades of spring color to enjoy.
One of the many pleasures of Stevens Trail is watching
how the sunlight plays on the canyon walls and shines
on the river below as you make your way along the trail
throughout the day. Consider the habitat the canyon
provides for flora and fauna that we get to call our
backyard.
Once at the waters edge pick a spot for lunch with
family and friends and relax. My boys, Canyon (named
for the American River Canyon) and Ocean (named for
the Pacific Ocean) love rock hopping, stone stacking
and swimming if there is an eddy Im comfortable with.
Rest up before the uphill return trip to the parking area.
Poison oak is also a factor along this trail which
narrows in spots. Mountain lions have been known to
inhabit the area so taking friends is always a good idea.
Continued on next page

American river, plus a bit challenging

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River rummage: Ocean Tober, left, and Canyon Tober explore along Stevens Trail in Colfax.

Pay attention as there are steep


drop offs that can give a second
thought to anyone with a fear of
heights.

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With the many cautions I have


offered, you should know I have
been taking my sons on this trail
since they were 7 and 10 years old.
The trail is well marked and well
worn.
Get to Stevens Trail by taking
Interstate 80 east to Colfax, exit at
Canyon Way and follow the frontage road to the end where the trail
head and the paved parking lot
with bathroom and signage are
located.

Getting to Stevens Trail

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rt

Mary West is a retired radio personality and


news reporter with a longtime love of the outdoors, sharing her favorite day hikes in Placer,
Nevada, El Dorado and Yuba counties. Learn
more about local trails by following Mary on
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

No

Every trail has its inherent risks.


That being said, if you enjoy
hiking in our foothills, youll enjoy
Stevens Trail this spring for the
flowers, river, canyon, waterfalls,
and the adventure.

Did You Know?


The Stevens Trail was originally built by Truman Allen Stevens shortly after he arrived in
California in 1859. Stevens operated a ranch in Iowa Hill and a livery stable in Colfax. He built
the trail and a self-propelled cable car to transport miners and animals across the North Fork, for
which he charged a toll. Although the trail can be found on a 1900-era USGS topographic map,
it wasnt popular among locals until Boy Scout Eric Kiel charted it in 1969. It is now listed on the
National Register of Historic Places.
Auburn State Recreation Area

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Time to hit
the trails
Sun and recent rain combine
to bring out the best along
local hiking trails
Written by Matt kramer photos by Matt kramer

The summer sun is


peeking out

Sweet Water Trail

intermittently through the


spring rain and the time is perfect for hiking and
cycling the trails of the Gold Country region. With
so many options available in the area, choosing just
one trail can be difficult a good problem to have
for any outdoor enthusiast.

The Sweet Water Trail is rated as a moderate trail for hiking,


an out and back style dirt path along a lake. The danger of
the trail is its heavy concentration of poison oak. The plant
itself makes for a beautiful visual addition to the greenery
following recent rains but caution and long clothing is
advisable.

One solution is the All Trails app which judges trails


by difficulty rating and user feedback, and includes
maps and schematics of the trail which can help a
hiker or cyclist decide based on what they want to
get out of the experience.

Tim Duncan, 55, of Shingle Springs was out cycling near the
trail with Ed Woolensack, 60, of Folsom. He said that Browns
Ravine was also one of his favorite places to cycle this time
of year.

I explored the Averys Pond in Newcastle, Sweet


Water Trail in the El Dorado Hills area and Browns
Ravine just up the road from Folsom. Many of
these hikes do have State Park parking lots where
payment or a pass is required, however, with a little
extra walking, free parking is easy to find.

Averys Pond Trail


Averys Pond Trail is a 7.8 mile hike out and back,
and is one the most peaceful spots for hiking in the
Newcastle area. I was lucky enough to see some of
the ponds turtles amongst the wild flowers, and
beautiful scenery. This trail is ideal for extra hot days
as there is plenty of shade provided by the extensive
arboreal foliage.

Ready to go: Melissa Revelez, 28, of


Sacramento, set out for
a walk with her Boston
Terrier Nibbler, 8, at
the entrance to Sweet
Water Trail. Many of
the trails near Folsom
are pet friendly.

Its a little warm already but well get used to it, Duncan
said. In the summer time we look forward to (weather) like
this!

Browns Ravine
Browns Ravine, just off of Green Valley Road in El Dorado
Hills, is another nearby hike that hugs the lake. This trail is
particularly good for dog walkers, and children as there is
a clear path and there is much less poison oak than at the
Sweet Water Trail. In addition, the close proximity of the lake
provides a welcome cool breeze.
All of these trails are teaming with wildlife, butterflies, and
blooming flowers making this spring and summer season the
perfect time to get out and experience nature at its best and
most user friendly.
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anotheR eRa of diRt tRack RacinG RoaRs to life


By BIll SullIvAn

Lynden Johnson was our president, a gallon of milk was just 31 cents and
Sonny and Cher had little hit song titled I Got You Babe. The year was 1965
and something new was coming to life in El dorado County, the sport of
auto racing.
Today, drivers and race enthusiasts from Auburn and beyond flock
to the track Saturday nights at the el Dorado County Fairgrounds.
The races, now 51 years running, still excite audiences with the
roar of engines producing cheers from wide-eyed crowds.

valley who honed their careers here and today compete in


the nationally known World of Outlaws tour that travels
the country and returns to their home track one time
annually.

With the spring season upon us, the green flag has flown once
again at Placerville Speedway. What started as a community football field back in 1956 and transformed into a quarter-mile dirt
race track in the summer of 1965, is now known as one el Dorado
Countys hot spots for
family entertainment
on Saturday nights
between the months
of April and October.

If thats not entertaining enough, theres fire-breathing late


model stock car with colorful sheet metal bodies that quiver
even while at idle speed due to the extreme power beneath
the hood and enough torque to lift a front wheel off the
ground as they accelerate out of the corners. Add to that
visual, these wicked-fast machines racing side by side, three
abreast on a surface barely wide enough for two.

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20 cars or more. This class of car has berthed a handful of drivers
that from the likes of Placerville Speedway to the sports highest
levels. Current nASCAR star kyle larson of elk Grove cut his teeth
in the sport of racing at this facility, earning his first win aboard
a sprint car here in 2007 before advancing in the sport. Others include Paul McMahan, an elk Grove native and Brad Sweet of Grass
Continued on next page

While the high-end divisions populate the headlines


during a racing season at this facility carved into a hillside
in the heart of the areas business district, one grassroots
division draws astonishment from some of the youngest
fans, known as pure stock race cars. While still very much
enhanced for speed and performance, these machines are
the closest thing to an actual street car in a class that is
populated by entry-level drivers and veterans of the sport.
These are just sampling of what can be experienced every
Saturday at Placerville Speedway. The facility hosts 24
events in 2016. In addition to the three weekly divisions,
many traveling groups complete the program throughout
the year, providing entertainment on a given race night
Mad Max: Late models are among the classes of racers at Placerville
Speedway. Photo by Donna Peter.
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Muddy mess: Sprint cars race through the dirt track at Placerville
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from 6 p.m. until approximately 10 p.m., a value


considering an average big screen movie is two
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sport and are looking to continue traditions while


improving many aspects of the weekly program
to focus on strong family entertainment value.

This year, Placerville Speedway begins a new


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Crystal palace
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For over 30 years, Golden Swann Jewelers has been a
gem in the town of Auburn (and yes, pun intended).
Owners Margareta and Ben are experts when it comes
to crystals, gemstones, precious metals, and basically
all things jewelry. not only are they the largest dealer
for Swarovski Crystal on this side of the country, but
they also design and sell some of the most extravagant
and unusual pieces in the world. Some of their larger
pieces by Swarovski can range in price from $20,000 to
$50,000.
We do everything, Ben commented.
even though the storefront is located
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We sell all over the world. All over the


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Golden Swann is a store with custom
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they are the only store of the Swarovski collectibles
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Swann purchases over a million dollars in merchandise

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Margareta was born and raised in Grossostheim, Germany. When she came over to the
united States she felt an overwhelming culture shock. She was 20 years old when she
moved to America and the difference was astronomical.
I couldnt buy wine. It was a shock, Margareta said.
Her career with jewels all started when her mother back home said, America has turquoise. Find me some. It has been her passion ever since.
Part of the joy in entering Golden Swann is the sparkling personalities found in Margareta and Ben. Their stories and warmth glisten just as much as the jewels do.

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Farm-to-fork Cafe Luna temps taste buds


Written by Jeremy Burke photos by Jeremy BUrke

Located in the heart

of a once booming railroad town is Caf Luna. This


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This focus on the ingredients is what makes food special at Caf Luna. Food is this familys life.
Not only do they have a popular restaurant, there is also a family farm. Lauren explains that it
is truly a family affair. Her sister, Erica Miller, runs the farm where they often source eggs and
produce. What amuses me is that with all the hype of farm-to-table in Sacramento, very few
restaurants produce food, they only source it. This family is showing what farm-to-table actually
means growing your own produce and using that produce in your menu.

Cafe Luna
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I was obviously impressed with Caf Lunas food philosophy, but sometimes this does not always
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One, I love burgers and two, this menu is


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Lovely
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Photos by Jeremy Burke

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Things you should know about


Loon Lake campground

Forest
Road 3
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Reservoir

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Road

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Forest Road 3

Gerle Creek
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Desolation
Loon Lake
Campground Wilderness

Getting there: 23 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and


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Stats: The campground is at about 6,500-feet elevation. Single


units are limited to one vehicle and six people per site. Double
units are two vehicles and 12 people. An additional fee will be
charged for extra vehicles if the parking spur will accommodate it.
Area amenities: Accessible boat ramp, tent camping, trailer
camping, picnic tables, toilets, drinking water

Junction
Reservoir

Forest Road

Open: Loon Lake campground is generally open between midJune and mid-October. Opening season starts on Memorial Day
weekend.

To South Lake Tahoe

Vehicle: Any equipment that is required to be licensed/registered,


including RVs, trailers, cars/trucks, boats/car trailers, motorcycles/
ATVs, etc. Vehicles parked in a truck or on a trailer are not counted
separately.
Setting up camp: Check in time is at 2 p.m. Visitors must check
in with the campground attendant or entrance board before
setting up camp. All food must be stored in the food lockers (bear
boxes). Keep family pets on a leash at all times. Check out time is
1 p.m.

Reservations: Call 1-877-444-6777, four days to six months


in advance of your first nights stay. www.Recreation.gov. Major
credit cards accepted. Both reservation and first-come, firstserved sites available. $25 single site, $50 double site. $25 overnight camp on the boatramp.
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Swimmers splash:
There is much to
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including fishing,
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Sight for sore eyes: There is much beauty at Loon Lake in the high-sierra, including clear waters, snow-capped mountains
and large granite.

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Fish tacos

By nOelle kOnRAD PHOTOS By nOelle kOnRAD

One of my favorite
trips was to los
Cabos, Mexico.
Being gluten-free
is really simple
when the majority
of the foods there
are rice, beans,
and corn. My husband and I took this trip
a little over a year ago with the family
and since we were having them over for
dinner I decided to recreate our wonderful
trip. Fish tacos are a fan favorite with the
konrads and I have to say these were a
hit. They were perfectly flaky and subtly
spicy, but the avocado-cilantro sauce and
the lime helped tame the bold flavors. I
had a dinner party of 5 to serve. I would
say that the portions would have worked if
everyone only wanted two tacos.

Blackened Tilapia
1.5 pounds tilapia filets
1.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1.5 teaspoon chipotle powder
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
12 corn tortillas

Slaw
1/2 red cabbage sliced think
1/2 medium white onion sliced or diced
1/2 cup cilantro
Juice of one lime

Avocado-Cilantro Sauce

So warning, make a little extra because


they were gone faster than I could put
them together. Pair with a glass of white
wine and fresh salad or fruit. I promise
it will impress your guests. This meal has
been in-law tested and husband approved.

1/2 cup sour cream


1 ripe avocado, pitted and skinned
1/4 cup cilantro
Juice of one lime
Salt to taste

Directions:
In a small bowl, combine the dry seasonings. Sprinkle the
mixture over both sides of the filets and pat in. Combine the
ingredients for the Avocado-Cilantro sauce in a food processor
or blender. Blend until well combined. Heat the oil in a skillet
over medium heat. Once heated, place the fish into the pan.
Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until blackened and
flakes easily. Remove from heat and drain excess oil by placing
the fish on a paper towel. Warm the tortillas (in the same
skillet if preferable). Assemble all ingredient, serve, and enjoy.

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Zesty Fruit Salsa and Spiced Cauliflower Rice


By nOelle kOnRAD PHOTOS By nOelle kOnRAD

This light dinner option is perfect for the warmer days leading up to summer.
Impress your guests with this coconut crusted tilapia and zesty fruit salsa.
Place over a bed of spiced cauliflower rice and you have a spring meal worth
talking about. Preparation takes very little effort and time, but the results are
delicious and satisfying. This Paleo dish is nutritious and full of flavor. Reach
your summer body goals, but not at the expense of taste.
Directions:

1 mango

1 egg

4 strawberries

2 tbs coconut flour

6 small red and yellow


bell peppers

1/2 shaved coconut

1 tablespoons lime juice

1 head of cauliflower

Olive oil

1 tablespoon honey
Salt and pepper

Spices:

1/4 cup cilantro

Garlic powder

1/2 red onion

Smoked paprika

2 tilapia fillets

Cumin

Dice the mango, strawberries, bell pepper, and red onion. If you like chunky salsa, do not dice
so small. Mix the fruit and veggies in a bowl and add the honey and lime juice. Mix in the
cilantro and add salt and pepper to taste. Once the fruit salsa is done set it aside.
In a separate bowl whisk one egg. Dip the tilapia filets in the egg and then coat them with
coconut flour and shaved coconut. On the stovetop heat the olive oil until sizzling (just
enough oil to cook and not deep fry the fish). Place the fish into the oil and leave for 3-5
min. (I would cover the fish because it tends to splatter). Flip the fish and let the other side
cook for 3-5 minutes. Place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
Slice the head of cauliflower so that it fits easily into a food processor.
Process until it looks like little grains of rice. In a skillet heat up 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Place the processed cauliflower onto the skillet.

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Get your
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stRinG flinG GUitaR festival comes to aUbURn
By JulIe MIlleR PHOTOS ARe SPeCIAl TO FOOTHIll MAGAZIne

do you play guitar or did you play years


ago?

Well, its time to dust off the axe and bring it to Auburns first annual
Spring Fling. This acoustic guitar festival is less of a fiesta and more of a workshop to hone-in playing skills. About 70 to 100 are expected to attend.
This is a unique opportunity to sit down with instructors in the area And take
your skills to a new level, Preston Marx said, who is one of the events instructors and founders.
The idea of the festival came from Marx when he attended Auburn Gold Pan
ukulele Festival.
He said we should do something for guitar and the idea was born, said Sheryl
Peterson,recreation services manager for Auburn Recreation District, who coordinates the ukulele Festival.

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Marxs idea was to use the same model of the ukulele Festival and tailor it for
guitar players.
Ive been a guitar player for 34 years and I thought (the event) would be great
it would be cool, Marx said. lets do this.
The String Fling is geared for a broad range of guitar players, from beginners to
advanced and is a chance for all to learn and grow.
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Workshops

Advanced Music Theory


Concepts for the Guitarist

Jazz Chording

Instructor: EVAN ZEE

This workshop will concern Jazz


chording as presented in the Mickey
Baker jazz guitar book 1. It will
show new ways of playing chords
that the average guitarist may not be
familiar with.

Explore how the concepts you likely


already know on the guitar are keys
to unlocking those new levels. These
concepts will apply to all styles,
developing your improvising and
harmonic knowledge.

Guitar man: Preston Marx will be teaching the


ABCs of guitar at the String Fling festival.

For the newbies, there are beginners workshops to help


with chords, tuning and tips to get on the fast track to
strumming.
Ready to move to the next level? Learn how to take
concepts already mastered and unlock them to advanced degrees.
Want to learn a new genre? There are workshops for
that: Finger-style playing techniques in classical and
Celtic style, bluegrass and flatpicking styles, plus, percussive fingerstyle which covers different tuning styles
for the guitar.
Or attend a songwriting class.
There will be a dozen workshops. And, all classes will be
taught by local celebrity guitar players from the region,
such as Evan Zee, Jamey Bellizzi, Kathy Barwick, Forest
Bailey, Gary Bowman, Marianne Smith and John Girton.
The day wont be entirely in the classroom, however.
Luthiers will be displaying handmade guitars. Scott
Herch, of Davis, will be one of guitar-makers featured
at the show. Herch crafts instruments out of unconventional things, such as soup cans, cigar boxes and
cake pans.
One of the shows sponsors, Encore Music, will be
giving away an acoustic guitar at the festival.
Plus, admission to the String Fling workshops includes
lunch, appropriately provided by Strings Italian Cafe.
At the end of day, there will be time for jam sessions.
Those who participated in the workshops are invited to
listen or join in.
My goal is always to see if there is a need in the
community in the area of recreation and leisure, and
provide an opportunity for locals to come together,
Peterson said.

Instructor: JOHN GIRTON

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Looping

Basic Classical and Celtic Styles Introduction

Instructor: JOHN GIRTON

Instructor: JAMEY BELLIZZI


This workshop is an introduction to
finger-style guitar, basic techniques for
Classical and Celtic and steel string
styles. Also for anyone, intermediate
and advanced classical guitar works.

This workshop will feature the use of


looping for practice and performance
using the Boss rc-20 and rc-20XL
loopers. This is a basic how-to use
workshop.
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Music Reading andTheory Introduction

Crosspicking Flatpick Guitar

Instructor: JAMEY BELLIZZI

(flatpicking/bluegrass/folk)

This workshop is an introduction to


basic music reading and elementary
theory for guitar. Understanding how
chords work together and basic scales
will be covered. ___

Instructor: KATHY BARWICK


Take a look at a really fun technique
to make your playing more
interesting. Crosspicking is a great
flatpicking technique. Attendees
should be able to make the basic
open chords. Bring a capo, and a
flatpick.
___
Dancing with the Dinosaurs
(An Epic Songwriting Adventure)
Instructor: GARY BOWMAN
Gary Bowmans lively 90-minute
songwriting workshop will feature
presentation, conversation, activities
and performance.
___
Guitar ABCs
Instructor: PRESTON MARX
The class will cover how the guitar
is tuned, basic chord shapes, major
scales, and several tricks and short
cuts that can get the beginner playing
quickly.Strumming, basic rhythm
and had posture will be covered as
well.

Now I Know My ABCs


Instructor: MARIANNE SMITH
Songs stay with us forever and
learning to play one simple song can
be the jumpstart to the next, and
the next. The goal for this beginning
guitar class, is to get the students
strumming along to two 2-chord
songs by the end of the class.
___
Percussive Fingerstyle
Instructor: FOREST BAILEY
This class focuses on different tunings
for your guitar, such as DADGAD.
The second half of this class will
focus on the Percussive elements of
an acoustic guitar, and how to wake
up your drummer. Students will
learn how to play bass, melody and
percussion on their guitar all at once.
___
Rhythm Guitar

___

Instructor: KATHY BARWICK

Harmonics and Unconventional


Guitar Techniques

Effective accompaniment for singers


(flatpicking/bluegrass/folk). With a
focus on dynamics, in this workshop
well look at techniques that will help
you effectively accompany yourself,
or another singer. Well start with the
basic alternating bass, then move on
to the boom-chuck rhythm pattern,
and move on from there.

Instructor: FOREST BAILEY


This group class is focused on how to
get more out of your acoustic guitar.
In this class you will learn how to
expand the range of your instrument
with harmonics, and use your right
hand to tap notes on the fretboard.

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Auburn

Rock
Climbing
in Auburns old quarry
Special to Foothill Magazine

Within the boundaries of the Auburn State Recreation Area

(ASRA) is the remains of an old limestone quarry, formerly the Spreckels quarry. The quarry was bequeathed to the
Bureau of Reclamation after the Teichert Inc. had determined that the lower quarry had yielded as much material as was
financially feasible. The new land was then included in the State Recreation Area for management by the SRA for the Bureau of Reclamation. The SRA allows recreational usages include hiking, swimming, boating, fishing, camping, mountain
biking, gold panning, equestrian/horseback riding trails, off-highway motorcycle riding, and whitewater, with Class II, III
and IV runs. Ironically enough, climbing was not addressed in the recreational usage plan despite the quarries large rock
cliffs being ideally suited for technical rock climbing.

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climbinG

The remaining rock cliffs left after


the conclusion of active quarrying present a perfect opportunity
for performance of technical rock
climbing. The rock is highly featured
limestone along with other sedimentary rock mixed in. The actual
quarrying process itself has created
large features, which are ideally
suited to climbing.
It is not uncommon to see the
Placer County Sheriff use the Old
Quarry as a practice grounds for
their Search and Rescue Team. So
dont be surprised if on occasion
you see a large group of folks rappel
and jugging the Scale Wall. Please
respect their right to use the area
for this purpose and find a different
wall to climb on until they are done.

histoRy

Technical rock climbing has been practiced in the Old limestone Quarry
located in the ASRA since the late 1980s. The original climbers established
approximately seven rock climbing routes, which required some amount
of fixed protection; pitons and protection bolts. From all accounts, early
climbers were not discouraged or refused recreational opportunities at this
time. early climbers included Dale Christenson, eric kohl, kirk Arens, and
the Hatchet Brothers. On nov. 18, 1998, kirk and friends were practicing
rope jumping on an elaborate rigging system. kirk misjudged the length of
his rope jump and was killed in the resultant impact. From this point forward till 2003, climbers were discouraged from using the Auburn SRA for
technical rock climbing, but it was not technically illegal to climb there. In
2004, the ASRA created a memorandum banning technical climbing which
was in effect until October 2012, where through the hard work of CRAGS
(Climbing Resource Advocates for Greater Sacramento), the Access Fund,
and local climbers the ban was lifted and climbing could legally resume in
the Quarry. Climbers in the early 2000s started re-exploring the area for
rock climbing routes and currently there are almost 50 established routes
within the Auburn State Recreation Area. These routes cater to climbers of
all levels from easy, moderate, and hard levels of climbing.

GettinG theRe

From Highway 80 in Auburn, exit elm Avenue (exit


119c), and stay left at the fork. Turn left on elm. In .2
miles, turn left on el Dorado St. (also Highwayy 49).
Turn right to stay on Highway 49, head down the hill
and cross the bridge towards Cool. About a 1/4 mile
later, park in the street or in the paid lot on the left
(its hard to see, but its a veRy wide pull in).
From the parking lot (it is advised to bring a bike):
Walk about 1 1/2 miles down the main trail (which
heads more or less east out of the lot) way above the
creek. youll come to a large fort-like structure with
a very wide trail heading straight up a steepish hill
right of the main trail, which ends up taking you to
the right of the fort. Walk another 150 yards to the
FIRST fork, and go right. Follow this still wide (though
often quite leaf-covered) trail trough another bend
to the left, and youll pop out at the entrance to the
climbing area, with Scale Wall right in front of you.
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Travel

Magical
Mendocino

Historic Village offers a New England feel in Northern California


By Bill SUllivan Photos by Bill Sullivan
Coastal beacon:

The Point Cabrillo


Lighthouse with its
restored British built
Fresnel lens is a popular sight to see when
visiting Mendocino.

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Dont fence me in:

Mendocino is full of
beautiful sights.

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When it comes to small towns

on the Northern California coastline, it


goes without saying that the quaint and rustic village of Mendocino is a must-do on the bucket list
of any traveler who enjoys visiting scenic seaside towns in our region. Nestled deep along the famed
Highway 1 route, Mendocinos scenery and architecture is as rich in beauty as it is history of early day
commerce and Hollywood presence.
With a population of less 900, the unincorporated community of Mendocino is one of todays most
desired getaway destinations. Its New England-style buildings, and white picket fences that are Californias closest thing to Cape Cod are a constructed from the one commodity that is responsible for
Mendocino coming to life, that being the lumber industry in the mid 19th century.

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When it comes to Bed and Breakfasts in Mendocino, all of them have


great amenities. On our trip, we stayed at the Hill House Inn that sits
just up the hill above town. Situated with a northwest view of the
Pacific Ocean and Big River, the Hill House Inn is surrounded by lush
Victorian gardens that are flanked by rustic redwood water towers
and magnificent cypress trees.
The hotel and its Cabot Cove Restaurant offer an extensive list of area
wines and features live music on particular nights. The Hill House Inn
is where many Hollywood stars have stayed. One of the first stars to
stay at the Inn was Bette Davis while filming Strangers back in 1979.
Today, the Inn continues to honor her with a Bette Davis Suite.

With the lumber boom resulting from the Gold


Rush and San Francisco rapidly growing in the
need of building materials, the redwoods around
Mendocino provided great prosperity for those
choosing to settle in and near the area. Today, that
history is still very evident in the well-maintained
buildings that dot the landscape in this designated
National Historic Preservation District.
A trip to Mendocino will find visitors enjoying a
variety of opportunities from deep sea fishing,
whale watching and abalone diving to activities of
the drier fashion such as hiking along the trails of
the ragged, seaside cliffs, enjoying the scenic wildflowers that separate the trails from town and of
course, shopping and dining in the village where
galleries and unique gift shops are abundant as
are book stores and fine eateries.
Main Street in Mendocino offers many great places to dine, stay and shop for unique gifts, while
still offering the convenience of everyday items in
a well-stocked market where every square foot is

A large photo gallery in the lobby displays a collection of signed photographs of many celebrities that have either stayed at the Inn, who
have visited for retreat or to star in the long list of films that have
been made in the area. One of the most notable regular guests was
Angela Lansbury, the star of the television series Murder She Wrote.
The Inn is known as the Cabot Cove Inn throughout the series that
features Main Street as the backdrop for the opening credits of the
where Lansbury is riding her bicycle in her television-based hometown of Cabot Cove.
The list of movies filmed in the Mendocino Village is a lengthy one.
Some of the most well-known flicks that filmed on location here were
"East of Eden," "Dying Young," "The Majestic and Pontiac Moon." Not
only did Mendocino provide a visual set for many of these films, it
too provided a great deal of privacy and relaxation for stars between
shoots.
Just a few minutes down the road from town is the Point Cabrillo
Lighthouse and Preserve. Following the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, maritime commerce reached an all time high on the Mendocino coast and a lighthouse became critical. The Point Cabrillo
Lighthouse illuminated the coastline for the first time in 1909 and
operated under the United States Lighthouse Service and the Coast
Guard before it was acquired by the California State Coastal Conservancy in 1991.
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packed with the freshest of foods and must-have


items for those staying long term.
One of the most well-known lodging destinations
is right on Main Street, the Mendocino Hotel. This
inn was built back in 1878 and still serves the same
function today that is did over a century ago. Its
rooms are furnished with antiques, fireplaces and
memorabilia above a full restaurant and bar that
is well populated by both travelers and locals each
evening.

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The lighthouse is surrounded by more than 200 acres of undeveloped coastal bluffs. The structure has been fully restored
and continues to light up the sky with its unique British built
Fresnel lens. The light keepers house and cottages on the land
are completely furnished with early 1900 period antiques and
available for stays or two nights or more. The land surrounding
the light station is beautiful, with wide open bluffs bordered by
time weathered fences, wild flowers and wild life roaming the
area. During the annual Mendocino Whale Festival in July, Point
Cabrillo offers events for the whole family and spectacular views
for whale watching.
A visit to Mendocino can be a day trip or a several night stay.
The community boasts more than enough activities and sights to
see that regardless of the length of your stay, you will never be
starving for something to do nor will you be lacking choices for
great seaside dining and shopping.

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way up to the Bodega coast closer to the central valley. Watch
for the May edition of the Folsom lake entertainer as we travel
to some of these communities. If your looking to visit Mendocino one of the best routes is www.visitmendocino.com to plan
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sunday, may 1

foothill calendaR of events

water works exHibit from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.


Sundays through Wednesdays; from 10 a.m. to 9
p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays through May 31 at
the Auburn Old Town Gallery, 218 Washington St. in
Auburn. Reception is from 6-8 p.m. Friday, May 6. Info:
(530) 887-9150.
barn brotHers, original art exHibition
witH Jeff and doug Hansen from 10 a.m. to 6
p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays; from 10 a.m. to 5
p.m. Fridays; from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays through
July 31 at Reclaim by Design, 3700 Grass valley
Highway, corner of locksley lane, Auburn. Info: (530)
820-3713
gold rusH derby from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Mt. vernon winery, 10850 Mt. vernon Road in Auburn. Tickets:
$120. Proceeds benefit the Gold Country Fair Project.
limited to 150 guests. Must be 21 to attend. event
features derby food, mint juleps and wine, digital
horse racing, live music, cake, live auction, hat contest
and raffles. Info: (530) 308-1157.
2016 wildflower walks along the South yuba
River in Bridgeport from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. through, at
least, Mothers Day, May 8. Walks along the Buttermilk
trail leave from the trailhead in the north parking lot,
just past the concrete bridge which crosses the South
yuba River on Pleasant valley Road. Sturdy shoes recommended along with a hat, sunscreen and water. A
$3 donation requested and appreciated. Rain Cancels.
Info: (530) 432-2546, southyubariverstatepart.org.
may faire festival from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at
live Oak Waldorf School, 410 Crother Road in Meadow
vista. Cost: $30. event features activities and crafts,
The May Queen Play and May Pole Dance at 11:30
a.m.; organic lunch and strawberry shortcake available
for purchase. Info: (530) 878-8720, liveoakwaldorf.org.

thursday, may 5

cinco de mayo from 5-9 p.m. in Old Town Auburn.


Free. event features salsa making contest, local restaurants, dancing horses, Folklorico dancers, climbing wall,
piatas, food, crafters and street dance. Info: (530)
888-1585, oldtownauburnca.com
aQua vistas ii exHibit from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Mondays through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fridays
and Saturdays; 2-6 p.m. Sundays through May 7 at
General Gomez Arts and events Center, 808 lincoln
Way in Auburn. An art show celebrating the spirit and
essence of water. Info: (530) 745-4230, gereralgomez.
com.
tHe big sHort at 7:30 p.m. at The State Theatre,
985 lincoln Way in Auburn. 2016 Oscar nominated
Best Picture. Tickets: $8. Info: (530) 885-0156, livefromauburn.com.

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Blind Boys of Alabama


will perform at
The Center for the
Arts. See May 20
listing.
emisunsHine at 7:30 p.m. at The Center for the Arts,
314 W. Main St. in Grass valley. Tickets: $17 members,
$20 non-members, $12 children 12 and under. Info:
(530) 274-8384, ext. 14, thecenterforthearts.org
tHe last five years at 7 p.m. Thursdays; 8 p.m.
Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays through May 8
at Off Center Stage, 315 Richardson St. in Grass valley.
Tickets: $27 general, $35 reserved. Info: (530) 3463210, sierrastages.org.

friday, may 6

ballroom dancing from 7-10 p.m. in the Senior


Center, 550 High St., Suite 107 in Auburn. event
includes an hour lesson followed by two hours of
ballroom dancing. Cost: $8. Info: (916) 276-9679,
AuburnSocialDancers.com.
tHe rayos witH tHe ray-o-sun orkestra,
CD release concert at 8 p.m. at the nevada Theatre,
401 Broad St. in nevada City. Tickets: $20. Info: (530)
272-5333,paulemerymusic.com.

saturday, may 7

motHers day weekend nortH auburn art


studios tour from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and
Sunday at 20 studios through the Auburn Area. Free.
Tour map and studio at: northauburnartists.com.
a day at tHe derby from 12:30-4:30 p.m. at the
State Theater, 985 lincoln Way in Auburn. Tickets: $35
include Derby Racing coverage, plated kentucky lunch
and desserts, entertainment, contests, door prizes, raffle baskets, equestrian art silent auction, no host bar,
Proceeds benefit One voice Performing Arts Childrens
Chorus. Info: (530) 320-8957, chsauburn.org.
piano moods and styles concert at 3
p.m. in the Georgetown Oddfellows Hall, corner of
Main St. and Highway 193 in Georgetown. Donations
appreciated and benefit Music On The Divide. Featured
artists: Mary Best Dowd with Diana Haynie, Joshua
Holtgrieve, Claudia Bontrager and Mary Rose Preston.
Info: musiconthedivide.org

paul emery presents: conscious men bestselling authors John Gray and Jrjuna Ardagh at 7:30
p.m. at the nevada Theatre, 401 Broad St. in nevada
St. in nevada City. Tickets: $30. Info: (530) 272-5333,
paulemerymusic.com.

sunday, may 8

31st annual motHers day garden tour of


auburn gardens from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (rain or
shine). Tickets: $20 each (children 12 and under free).
uC Master Gardeners tour includes six gardens in Auburn. Tickets with maps available at eisley nursery, 380
nevada St. in Auburn (530) 885-5163; Green Acres
nursery and Supply, 5436 Crossings Drive in Rocklin
(916) 824-1310 and 901 Galleria Blvd in Roseville (916)
782-2273. Info: (530) 889-7388, pcmg.ucanr.org.
a motHer of a band concert with the
nevada County Concert Band at 2:30 p.m. at nevada
Theater, 401 Broad St. in nevada City. Free. Donations
accepted. Info: (530) 272-6228, nccb.org.

thursday, may 12

an evening witH comedian rex mereditH at


7:30p.m. at the State Theatre, 985 lincoln Way in Auburn. Tickets: $17 advance, $20 on the day. Presented
by Reno-Tahoe Comedy. Info: renotahoecomedy.com,
(775-322-5233, livefromauburn.com.
sean watkins at 7:30 p.m. at The Center for the
Arts, 314 W. Main St. in Grass valley. Tickets: $20
members, $24 non-members, $75 vIP. Info: (530) 2748384, ext. 14, thecenterforthearts.org

friday, may 13

wine and culinary adventure from 6-9 p.m.


at Miners Foundry, 325 Spring St. in nevada City.
Tickets: $60 before May 6, $70 after. event proceeds
benefit the Fire Safe Council of nevada County and
features Pilot Peak wines, live music and silent auction.
Info: areyoufiresafe.com

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Foothill calendar of events

Song Writers in Kind features An evening of


music and song with Richard March, the Hilltop Celts
and The Rooks Sisters, Irish dancers from 6:30-8:30
p.m. at the First Congregational Church of Auburn, 710
Auburn Ravine Road in Auburn. Free will offering at
the door benefits the featured artist. Bring your own
refreshments. Call ahead for childcare: (530) 210-8348.
Info: (530) 885-9087.
Art Walk from 4-8 p.m. in Downtown Colfax. Opportunity to visit the venues, meet the artists and view
the artwork. Info: (530) 885-5670, placerarts.org.

Saturday, May 14

Nell Robinson and Jim Nunally Band, featuring Jon Arkin, Pete Grant and Jim Kerwin with Steep
Ravine at 8 p.m. at the State Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way
in Auburn. Tickets: $24 advance, $28 day of show.
Info: (530) 885-0156, livefromauburn.com.
2016 String Fling, Acoustic Guitar Festival
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Canyon View Community
Center, 471 Maidu Drive in Auburn. Cost: $25 advance,
$30 at the door. Instructors, workshops for beginners
to advanced players, include ABCs of guitar, songwriting, bluegrass, classical, flatpicking and more. Info:
(530) 863-4615, auburnrec.com.
Jewel at 8 p.m. at The Center for the Arts, 314 W.
Main St. in Grass Valley. Tickets: $60 members, $70
non-members, $199 VIP. Info: (530) 274-8384, ext. 14,
thecenterforthearts.org
Something Inside is Broken, a story of the
Nisenan Tribe of Northern California at 8 p.m. at The
Center for the Arts, 314 W. Main St. in Grass Valley.
Tickets: $20 general, $10 student. Info: somethinginsideisbroken.com.
seventh Annual Hillbilly Chili Cook Off
and Pie Contest at noon at the Iowa Hill Fire Dept,
3350 Iowa Hill Road. Event features chili, pies, and live
music. Info and contest entry forms: Chase Dowling,
(530) 613-2537.
Celebrate Spring at Bridgeport. This event will
have a buffet dinner by Antonio Ayestaran Custom
Catering and entertainment by McAvoy Layne as Mark
Twain, plus wine, beer and beverages provided. 4-7:30
p.m. at South Yuba River State Park, Bridgeport. Tickets
are $60. Reservations must be made by May 10. For
more information, visit southyubariverstatepark.org or
email syrpa.publicity@gmail.com.

Sunday, May 15

Music on the Divide: Sonya Belousova


Season Gala from 3-5 p.m. at the Georgetown
Oddfellows Hall, 6240 Main St. in Georgetown. Tickets:
$20 each or $45 for concert and membership. Info:
go4moundeah@gmail.com, musiconthedivide.org.

Thursday, May 19

Breakfast at Tiffanys at 7:30 p.m. at The State


Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way in Auburn. Tickets: $8. 1961
Oscar award winner. Info: (530) 885-0156, livefromauburn.com.
Steve Poltz and Grant Lee Phillips at 8 p.m. at
The Center for the Arts, 314 W. Main St. in Grass Valley.
Tickets: $22 members, $25 non-members. Info: (530)
274-8384, ext. 14, thecenterforthearts.org.

Friday, May 20

The Blind Boys of Alabama at 8 p.m. at The


Center for the Arts, 314 W. Main St. in Grass Valley.
Tickets: $47 members, $52 non-members. Info: (530)
274-8384, ext. 14, thecenterforthearts.org

Tarrus Riley at 8 p.m. at The Center for the Arts,


314 W. Main St. in Grass Valley. Tickets: $24 members,
$27 non-members. Info: (530) 274-8384, ext. 14,
thecenterforthearts.org.

Saturday, May 28

Bombshell at 8 p.m. at The Center for the Arts, 314


W. Main St. in Grass Valley. Tickets: $15 general. Info:
(530) 274-8384, ext. 14, thecenterforthearts.org.
Sweat Bean plays at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Colfax
Theatre, 49 S. Main St. in Colfax. Tickets: $10. Film is
2016 award winner from Japan. Second of three films
premiering the last Saturday of the month in the Gold
County. Info: (530) 346-9900, internationalshowcase.
org.

The Building Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the


Rood Government Center, 950 Maidu Ave. in Nevada
City. Free. Event features over 40 vendors ready with
information if you are developing anything in Nevada
County. Info: Nevada County Community Development Agency, (530) 265-1222, Board of Realtors, (530)
272-2627.

Sunday, May 29

Saturday, May 21

The Celluloid Closet at 7:30 p.m. at The State


Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way in Auburn. Tickets: $8. Info:
(530) 885-0156, livefromauburn.com.

Laurie Lewis and the Right Hands Band at


7:30 p.m. at The State Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way in
Auburn. Tickets: $24 advance, $28 on the day. Info:
(530) 885-0156, livefromauburn.com.
Jackie Greene at 8 p.m. at The Center for the Arts,
314 W. Main St. in Grass Valley. Tickets: $40 members,
$42 non-members. Info: (530) 274-8384, ext. 14,
thecenterforthearts.org
Wine Tasting: An evening of wine tasting with
an elegant sit-down Polynesian dinner at 5 p.m. at
Applegate Community Center, 18014 Applegate Road
in Applegate. Tickets: $20 include 12 pours and dinner.
Event hosted by and proceeds benefit Gold Country
Lioness projects. RSVP, limited seating. Info: (530) 3681244, (530) 613-2120.
23rd annual Spring Garden Tour presented
by Soroptimist of the Sierra Foothills. Six gardens will
be featured May 21 and 22. For tickets and information, visit sierrasoroptimist.org or call (530) 273-7989.

Thursday, May 26

Reno-Tahoe comedy presents Justin Rivera


of Americas Got Talent and Comedy Central at 7:30
p.m. at Auburn State Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way in
Auburn. Tickets: $17 advance, $20 day of show. Info:
renotahoecomedy.com, livefromaburn.com.
Blue Lives Matter, Law Enforcement Appreciation
Dinner from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at The Ridge Golf Course,
2020 Golf Course Road in Auburn. Tickets: $50 civilian
guests. RSVP by May 12. Guest speakers: Sheriff
Scott Jones and Mark Meckler. Special music by Even
Ziegenmeyer. Info: (209) 613-0707, norcalteaparty1@
aol.com.

Trails in Motion Film Festival from 6-9 p.m.


at The State Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way in Auburn.
International film tour with a collection of trail and
ultra running films. Tickets: $15. Info: (530) 885-0156,
livefromauburn.com.

Thursday, June 2

Friday, June 3

Art Walk from 6-9 p.m. the First Friday of June,


August and October throughout Downtown and Old
Town Auburn. Event features artists and entertainment
with hands on kids art activities and guest wineries. Presented by Placer Arts. Info: (530) 885-5670,
placerarts.org.

Saturday, June 4

Lacy J. Dalton and The Dalton Gang at 7:30


p.m. at The State Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way in Auburn.
Tickets: $24 advance, $28 on the day. Info: (530) 8850156, livefromauburn.com.

Saturday, June 11

Vivian Lee and Friends at 7:30 p.m. at The State


Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way in Auburn. Tickets: $24
advance, $28 on the day. Jazz at the State. Info: (530)
885-0156, livefromauburn.com.
Buyer and Cellar at 8 p.m. at The Center for
the Arts, 314 W. Main St. in Grass Valley. Tickets: $20
general. Info: (530) 274-8384, ext. 14, thecenterforthearts.org

Sunday, June 12

J. Ross Parelli, singer/songwriter at the Summer


Concert Series at 7 p.m., at the Auburn-Placer County
Library Garden Theater, 350 Nevada St. Free. Info: (530)
885-5670, placerarts.org.

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Wrap around a wrx


Written by New Car test Drive Photos are special to Foothill Magazine
The Subaru WRX is a high-performance sedan
based on the all-wheel-drive Impreza, with its roots
in World Rally competition. It stuffs a twin-scroll
turbocharged intercooled version of the 2.0-liter
boxer engine into an Impreza shell, with a stiffened
chassis and suspension. It uses either a six-speed
manual transmission or a CVT, the latter programmed to cruise like an automatic or shift and
feel like a twin-clutch transmission.
There are competitors on the market, namely the
Ford Focus ST and Volkswagen Golf GTI and GTI
R, but theyre hatchbacks and more based on
front-wheel drive. The new Mercedes-Benz CLA45
is dynamically a rival, but its considerably more
expensive. The 2016 Subaru WRX starts at $27,390.
The WRX has been around since the turn of the
century. It was last redesigned in 2015, when it
was given a couple inches more room inside and
outside.
For 2016, WRX gets a rearview camera, driver knee
airbag, and 6.2-inch touch screen. The optional
infotainment system is improved. Premium and
Limited models get 18-inch wheels with summer
tires for big grip. New safety features are available for 2016, including Subarus camera-based
EyeSight, that incorporates pre-collision braking,
adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist and
lane-departure warning. It comes in a package with
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2016 Subaru WRX


Performance: 0 to 60 in 5.4 seconds
Engine: Turbocharged 2.0-liter engine makes 268-horsepower
and 258 pound-feet of torque
Transmission: Six-speed manual transmission or a CVT thats
programmed to cruise like an automatic or shift and feel like a
twin-clutch transmission.
Starting price: $27,390

navigation, lane-change assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and blindspot detection.


In crash tests, the WRX was all good, including a Top Safety Pick in
the governments new small-overlap test.

Model Lineup
Standard interior equipment includes automatic climate control,
USB port, steering-wheel audio and phone controls, and Bluetooth. Options include heated front seats, sunroof, pushbutton
start, and nine-speaker harman/kardon audio system with navigation and Aha Radio smartphone connectivity.
Subaru WRX looks big and boxy for a compact sedan, while the
scoop on the hood shouts what its all about, and the pronounced
fenders echo the sentiment. Almost all the sheetmetal is unique
to the WRX, not borrowed from the similar but mundane Im-

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preza. The grille, air dam, hood, fenders and headlights (LED
on upgrade models) are all WRX only. The standard wheels are
17-inch alloys, but some models have 18-inchers that look more
aggressive.

Interior
The flat-bottomed steering wheel is the first thing that catches
your eye when you climb in the car. The manual sport seats are
covered in a grippy fabric, so good that the optional leather not
only isnt necessary, it steals some of the cars character. And
most WRX owners wont need power seats, as theyll be the only
one driving the car.
Forward visibility is good thanks to the hood scoop going shallow, not tall; and to slim A-pillars and a somewhat low shoulder
line. Theres lots of elbow room up front. Theres reasonable
space for two adults in the rear, but three will be pinched.
On the dash, theres a cowl over the main gauges and a smaller
cowl over the 6.2-inch touch screen. Vast expanses of black
plastic come off handsomely, with matte-silver trim.
Theres high road noise inside, to remind you what kind of car
youre in.
Theres an average amount of storage space, even with generous
bins and trays. The trunk is 12-cubic feet, and it opens to the
cabin over the fold-down rear seats. This is where the hatchback
WRX is missed
The turbocharged 2.0-liter engine makes 268-horsepower and
258 pound-feet of torque over a very broad range, from 2,000
rpm to 5,200 rpm. It is a tart performer; Subaru claims 0-to-60
in 5.4 seconds. It will arouse every joint in the cars suspension,
and use every gear in its box. There might be four of them,
depending on how you count. The standard six-speed manual
gearbox or the eight-step CVT. The center differential comes in
two types, to go with the transmissions.
The six-speed mates with a viscous-coupling center differential
that splits torque 50:50 front to rear, while being able to vary
that split side-to-side as grip demands. The shifts are reasonably
short.
The CVT isnt a gearbox because there are no gears, just pulleys
and belts that simulate gear changes. Its the first CVT that
Subaru has built, and it responds probably better than any CVT
weve tested. In Intelligent driving mode, it constantly alters its
gear ratio to deliver the best fuel mileage, an EPA-estimated 28
mpg highway. In Sport manual mode, it allows the driver to paddle-shift through six pre-set ratios that act and sound like gears.
In Sport Sharp mode, it responds like a dual-clutch transmission
(for example the Volkswagen/Audi DSG), with eight virtual gears,
as well as super-swift throttle response. With the CVT, the WRX
gets a different all-wheel-drive system, one using a 45:55 frontrear torque split and more sensitive stability/traction control.
The WRX loves switchback situations. The electric power steering
is tight and the handling composed. With firm shocks and

springs, stouter brakes, and big anti-roll bars,


it feels almost stiff on some road surfaces.
Hard-core drivers might light up at this, but
daily drivers might suffer from dampened enthusiasm. To add to the fun, there is electronic
torque vectoring, or undetectable braking on
individual wheels that helps turn the car into
a corner.

Built for pitching


it sideways: The
WRX is a leader
in rally racing
(opposite).

The Ford Focus ST can match the WRX in


acceleration and grip, but it doesnt have the
Subarus beautifully balanced handling and
spot-on steering. Part of that comes from
the boxer design of the Subaru engine, with
horizontally opposed cylinders that lie flat and
low in the chassis, bringing down the center
of gravity.

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___
Speed duster: 260
horsepower pushes
the WRX.
Interior: Road
noise is quite
audible, which is
what you want
from this kind of
car.

The standard 17-inch Dunlop SP Sport Maxx


RT 45-series tires seem well matched to the
suspension, but the brakes in two WRXs we
drove felt numb and demanded a strong leg.
The Subaru WRX has no match, as an allwheel-drive bare-bones high-performance
sedan, true to its competition roots. Acceleration is awesome, handling is tight, and the
ride is not too firm except over rough stuff.
Driving impressions are by Internet Brands Automotive Editorial Director Marty Padgett; New Car Test Drive correspondent
Sam Moses contributed to this report.
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Agriculture

Eggs are more


than they are
cracked up
to be

Angel Food Cake with


Strawberries
by Carol Arnold
1 cup sifted cake flour
1 cups sugar
teaspoon salt
1 cups egg whites (about 12 large) warmed
to room temperature
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoons vanilla extract
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Sift the flour, then measure and place in a
bowl. Add cup sugar and salt to the sifted
flour and sift again, twice. Set aside.
Beat the egg whites in a very large, very clean
bowl. When the whites are foamy, add the
cream of tartar and lemon juice. When the
bubbles are uniform, start adding the remaining
cup of sugar a few tablespoons at a time. Add
vanilla extract. Beat the eggs until they form
stiff peaks and the sugar is dissolved (when you
lift the beaters a peak will form and hold).
Fold in the flour using a clean rubber spatula,
using a down-the-side-and-up-through-the-batter motion. Do not over mix. When the flour
is thoroughly combined, turn it into a very
clean, grease-free 10-inch tube pan.
Bake 50 minutes. Test for doneness by pressing
lightly in the center; if it springs back, the
cake is done. Remove from oven and invert
the pan until the cake is cool.
The cake must be lifted an inch off the counter during the cooling process. This can be done
by inverting the cake over a bottle.
When cool, remove the cake by running a serrated knife around the edges of the pan. Serve
with strawberry sauce.

Strawberry Sauce

2 pints strawberries, one pint diced, the other


sliced
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Cook the diced strawberries, sugar and lemon
juice in a small saucepan over low heat until
the sugar dissolves. Bring to boil, then reduce
heat and cook for 3 minutes. Add the sliced
strawberries. Remove from heat, place in a
covered bowl and chill for 2 hours. Serve over
angel food cake.
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Eggs are in plentiful supply in Placer County, and there are many protein-packed options
you can use to add diversity to your diet. Chicken eggs are the most common choice, but our
region also offers tasty quail and duck eggs for a more well-rounded experience. However you
choose to enjoy your egg dishes, each type provides a low-caloric count with a high amount
of protein, vitamins, minerals and carotenoids (which reduce the risk of age-related macular
degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in older adults).
Quail eggs have a rich taste thanks to a greater concentration of fats, proteins, vitamins and
minerals. Often regarded as a gourmet food, their small size is perfect for preparing hors
doeuvres, and their speckled shells can serve as great table dcor. Duck eggs, meanwhile, have
larger and thicker shells that allow for a longer shelf life. If youre looking for more of a yolk
taste, duck eggs are perfect because they have a large yolk-to-white ratio.
Whichever eggs you choose for your next dish, be sure to gather them from your local
PlacerGROWN producer such as Laughing Duck Farm and Neilson Family Farm because
farm-fresh eggs typically provide better taste and create better baked products.

PREPARATION
There are many different ways to prepare eggs, including hard-boiled, scrambled, sunny side
up, poached, baked and basted. One of the most scrumptious ways to enjoy this delicious
dietary staple is by preparing the attached recipe, Angel Food Cake with strawberries.

STORAGE
How you store and prepare your eggs is key to maximizing their nutritional value. The full
health benefits of eggs can only be realized if you store them properly in the refrigerator and
cook them thoroughly to kill any potential bacteria. Store eggs in the main body of the refrigerator to guarantee that they keep a consistent and cool temperature.
Also, keep eggs in the egg carton to prevent them from absorbing strong odors and flavors
of other foods within your refrigerator; keeping them in the carton also showcases the Best
Before date to confirm freshness and ensures that theyve been stored in the correct posture
(large end up), to help the yolks remain centered.
For more details on where to purchase farm-fresh eggs in Placer County, visit www.placergrown.org/search/eggs.
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