El Dorado County Bulletin Board

There’s Something Cheesy at Bravo Farms – A Visit to Vintage Cheese

Bravo Farms is more than just another roadside attraction and a place to stretch your legs when cruising down Highway 99, it’s also home to Vintage Cheese, a small creamery that crafts unique and ...

Savoring the Bounty: A Fun-Filled Guide to Agritourism in Santa Cruz

When you think of Santa Cruz, the first images that come to mind might include stunning beaches, iconic surfing spots, and a vibrant boardwalk. But Santa Cruz is also a hidden gem for agritourism ...

A Glimpse into the Envision Tahoe Venture Summit: Sean Fannan’s Entrepreneur Story

We're excited to share our recent experience at the Envision Tahoe Venture Summit hosted by the Tahoe Prosperity Center (TPC). This event was nothing short of inspiring, and if you missed it, you...

Gratitude

In a remarkable celebration of her 20th anniversary of surviving breast cancer, Pam Auld is thrilled to announce a generous $5,000 matching gift to raise funds for the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Community Cancer Center.

New Job

Marshall Foundation for Community Health, the philanthropic arm of Marshall Medical Center, announces the appointment of Kara Sather as the new relationship manager. Sather, known for her distinguished career in community development and strategic leadership, brings a wealth of experience to the position.

Administrative Associate

Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation (TTCF) is a local philanthropic and community-based organization in Truckee, California. Our mission is to connect people and opportunities, generating resources...

Make Your Holidays Sparkle in Quincy

Quaint Quincy transforms into a Norman Rockwell painting annually during the beloved Sparkle event. This year, immerse yourself in the magic of the holiday season by venturing to Plumas County [...]

From the Saddle to the Glass: Saluti Horse Adventures

If you're seeking a unique and memorable experience in the heart of California's Sierra Foothills, look no further than Saluti Horse Adventures. The family-owned and operated business at Saluti Ce...

How do apples grow in California?

Apples are synonymous with fall. They’re the star in some of our favorite treats, from apple cakes to baked apples, appletinis and the American classic, apple pie. But what do you really know abou...

Visit Rainbow Orchards for Apple Cider Donuts + Chill California Vibes

Rainbow Orchards is a small apple farm in Camino, California. It's part of a larger farm collective known as Apple Hill, one of Northern California's most popular agritourism attractions. The allu...

Hiking + Wine Tasting: A Perfect Day Out

Looking for a different way to make memories in El Dorado County? Consider combining a hike with wine tasting at Sly Park. It’s a popular El Dorado County recreation area for good reason, offering...

Anniversary

Sixty years ago, the community's dream of a local, Tahoe-based hospital became reality. Barton Health has assembled a collection of articles to commemorate 60 years of quality and compassionate health care for the community.

Gratitude

The newest edition to the Penn Valley Fire Protection District safety vehicle fleet will be on display at the Penn Valley Fire Department Auxiliary Thrift Shop throughout the week. The Auxiliary Thrift Shop is located at 10513 Spenceville Road, behind Station 43 in Penn Valley. The ambulance, purchased by the Auxiliary, will go into service in coming weeks.

Projects and Partners to Monitor (part III)

** This is the third in a three part blog series on regional biomass based on our Forest Futures Salon in September 2023. See recording here. Our regional agencies and on-the-ground partners have ...

Why Biomass Facilities Are Essential (part II)

** This is the second in a three part blog series on regional biomass based on our Forest Futures Salon in September 2023. See recording here. The need for biomass facilities in our region is unde...

Woody Biomass Utilization for a Sustainable Future in Tahoe Truckee (part I)

** This is the first in a three part blog series on regional biomass based on our Forest Futures Salon in September 2023. See recording here. In the heart of the picturesque Tahoe National Forest,...

Join the Marcella Foundation Volunteer Network!

We are thrilled to introduce the Marcella Foundation Volunteer Network in South Lake Tahoe, and we invite you to be a part of this exciting new opportunity to give back to our community. At the Ma...

Birth

In August, Bread & Broth was awarded a Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation Grant designed to provide financial resources to continue the organization's efforts to respond to the issue of food insecurity.

New Job

Bear River Recreation and Park District announces a new general manager, Miranda Brown, and a ribbon-cutting celebration for its newly renovated Gary D. Clarke Field. Miranda Brown was appointed as general manager on July 25 after serving as a board member for one year.

New Job

City of Placerville Vice Mayor Jackie Neau, chair of the El Dorado Transit Board of Directors, recently announced that Brian James has been selected as its new executive director.

Congratulations

Robin Laverty-Reves was presented with its 2023 Edi Silverman Community Service Award at the recent American Association of University Women (AAUW) Nevada County Branch Kick-off Brunch Meeting.

New Job

Sierra College is accepting applications to serve as an appointed member of the Board of Trustees until the next regularly scheduled election for governing board members in November 2024.

Congratulations

Nevada State Parks announced its nominee, Amy Berry, has been chosen to be the recipient of the prestigious Rockefeller-Udall Award by leaders of America's State Parks during the 2023 National Association of State Parks Directors.

Anniversary

Nevada County Master Gardeners' 1.5-acre demonstration garden, located on the grounds of the Nevada Irrigation District in Grass Valley, 1036 West Main St., features Foothill Mediterranean Garden, Cottage Garden, Rock Garden, Raised Bed Gardens, Hoop House, Orchard, Oak Habitat and Native Plant Meadow, Evergreen Edge and a Compost area.

Gratitude

This summer, Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation gathered its donors in celebration of over $100 million in grants given to nonprofit organizations and named David Hardie as Distinguished Community Philanthropist.

Gratitude

Soroptimist International of Cameron Park/El Dorado Hills seeks grant applications from women who serve as the primary earners for their families and require financial assistance to continue their education or training.

Anniversary

The Siakumne Tribe, in partnership with 4 Elements Earth Education, invites the public to gather at the active native village they have built, with traditional bark houses, sweat houses, dance grounds and outdoor kitchen to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Indigenous Peoples Days.

Congratulations

The winner of the 32nd Annual Gold Country Duck Race, presented by the 49er Breakfast Rotary Club of Nevada City, is Kathryn Boswell.

New Job

This year's fall semester at Lake Tahoe Community College will see the arrival of Virat Vij, the new director of the school’s Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Program.

In Memory Of

As a long-time Grass Valley resident and community leader, Trustee Palmer was inspired to run for the Sierra College Board of Trustees after the community groundbreaking of the college’s Nevada County Campus.

Gratitude

Catalyst Community and the El Dorado County Community Hubs kicks off its annual Diaper Drive Sept. 18-24 in recognition of National Diaper Need Awareness Week.

Congratulations

Nevada County Supervisors announced the winners of the Employee Recognition Awards for the year.

Birth

On Sept. 9, a staple of the Pollock Pines community is celebrating its 80th birthday. 50 Grand Restaurant and Bar has its roots dating back to the 1930s and the 50 Grand moniker has stuck since 1943 despite nine name changes since.

Marcella Foundation Announces Think Big & Make A Difference Grant Awardees

The Marcella Foundation announces grant awards for the Think Big and Make a

L.A. Bakery is expanding, franchising

The Carson City café wants new locations in Nevada, California, and Arizona. It all started with farmers’ market baklava. Ali Arbabha and Leila Tavakoli have created both a wholesale brand [...]

Congratulations

The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority and its agency of record, Noble Studios, were presented with the prestigious Destiny Award by the U.S. Travel Association at the annual Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations conference.

Congratulations

PBS KVIE art curator Jill Estroff has announced that Placerville artist Randy Honerlah has been recognized with an award after submitting his art to the annual curated competition.

Anniversary

A part of the community since 1943 and thoughtfully renovated during the COVID-19 pandemic, 50 Grand celebrates everything local that El Dorado County has to offer.

Zach Conradson, supplemental scholarship recipient & future CAL FIRE pilot

Zach Conradson, a 2013 graduate of Truckee High School who went on to receive a BA in business management from the University of Utah, decided to build a different kind of career in flying fire-re...

Congratulations

Snowline has been named a 2023 Hospice CAHPS Honors Elite Award recipient by HEALTHCAREfirst, a leading provider of revenue cycle management services, CAHPS and bereavement surveys and advanced analytics for hospice organizations.