What our Users have to say
Free Martial Arts Training for Veterans
Submitted by Phil Weaver on Mon, 2008-07-21 21:29.In an effort to help returning soldiers more easily assimilate into society after returning from duty, the Sheng Chi Training Center is offering free martial arts training to veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan. Classes will be offered for the remainder of the year.
Valleyspringsca.us adds ads
Submitted by Phil Weaver on Sun, 2008-07-20 01:30.Announcing the addition of our new classifieds ad section. Post and view ads for for free. Link to classifieds is at the top of the site. Or you can go directly to it at http://www.valleyspringsca.us/ed-classified.
You can easily upload as many pictures as you like with the ad. Ads expire after 30 days but you'll be automatically sent an email 7 days prior to the ad expiring so that you may renew the ad. Renewal is simple. Just click on the edit tab, check the renew box and save.
Another free service brought to you by www.valleyspringsca.us
Of course if you'd like to donate you can always donate to our favorite charity. The Sheng Chi Foundation at www.shengchifoundation.com
Thanks and enjoy the service
Phil
Raks Postings
Submitted by Phil Weaver on Sat, 2008-07-19 22:33.What if people noticed nice things more often. What would happen if people really made notice of the nice things others do.
I've had this idea for awhile that I would post on this site anytime I see someone really going out of their way to do something good. So today, after witnessing something nice I am finally inspired enough to put my lazy fingers to the keyboard.
This morning while on my usual dog walk at the river below Hogan Dam I ran into a couple on the trail. As the trail is windy you sometimes unexpectedly encounter people by surprise. This couple was also walking their dog but they both had garbage bags and were picking up trash as they go.
I do this myself occassionally but for some reason I had stopped. I've been noticing the last couple of weeks that there was a lot of trash buildup but today when I walked there was none. Everything had been cleaned. I've got to say it was really really nice.
Not only did this couple do a great job of cleaning the river, they also inspired me to do the same. And maybe this post will inspire more.
So here's the challenge. Anytime you witness something nice, whether it's an individual or a business, come here and post about it. Lets see what happens.
Use the tag Raks (right below where you title your post in the field called Valley Springs Issues type the word Raks) short for Random acts of Kindness and all of these posts will be organized together.
Make a Nice Day :-)
Phil
Sheng Chi Foundation Seeking Sponsorships
Submitted by Phil Weaver on Mon, 2008-06-23 18:36.The Sheng Chi Foundation, a California non profit public benefit corporation based in Valley Springs, is seeking donations.
Donations in this worthwhile program go towards sponsoring at-risk youth in developing confidence, self esteem, and discipline. Youths are placed in a program of Shou' Shu' training designed to help them with these all important aspects.
Find more information on the program at www.shengchifoundation.org
or you can simply donate any amount with the button below
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Mural Project at the Government Center
Submitted by Phil Weaver on Mon, 2008-07-21 20:06.A new structure at the Calaveras Government Center that houses airconditioning machinery has been an eyesore in the eyes of Supervisor Merita Callaway for some time.
Head over to Murphys and let the enjoyment begin
Submitted by Phil Weaver on Sun, 2008-07-20 07:00.The tourism heart of Calaveras County is Murphys, a former mining town that recently has morphed into a place so hip that some are calling it the "Carmel of the Mother Lode." Much of the fun at Moaning Cavern is well above ground – the state's first zip line offers a 30-second thrill ride. Another, longer run is planned. The Murphys Historic Hotel is one of the state's oldest operating hotels. Many 19th century movers and shakers stayed here, and some spirits, it is said, still go bump in the night. Gold, and lots of it, populated Calaveras County. Picturedt, the world's largest specimen of crystalline gold leaf, 44 pounds, is on display at the Heritage Museum, in a vault and behind bulletproof glass. The new gold, wine grapes: a Stevenot Vineyardsplot, one of many vineyards in the area producing mostly red wines. Wine tasting in Murphys. Splashing at Murphys Community Park.
Angels Camp: Historic Mother Lode destinations offer up-to-date values
Submitted by Phil Weaver on Sun, 2008-07-20 07:00.Forever golden: Everybody strikes it rich in Calaveras County
Submitted by Phil Weaver on Sun, 2008-07-20 07:00.The seminal event in California history lasted just a few years, but in Calaveras County, the Gold Rush never quite died.Photo gallery The new gold, wine grapes: a Stevenot Vineyardsplot, one of many vineyards in the area producing mostly red wines. Here's a cool - literally - way to find Mother Lode adventure - a visit to Moaning Cavern in Vallecito.
