May 2010

Gringo's Mexican Café

Located in the heart of Gold Country, Gringo’s Mexican Café is one hot place to cool down after a long day on the river in Coloma.

by Aaron Roseli

Do-it-Yourself Design

Bring Function Back to Your Furniture

by Darren Elms

A Grand Time

With so many different opportunities to choose from, scheduling quality time with your grandchildren can be as easy as a walk in the park.

by Lynn Machon

Laser Treatments

As longer days lend to warmer weather, unwanted hair and excessive hair growth can become an unsightly and time-consuming problem.

by Jenn Talley

San Luis Obispo

Situated almost exactly half way between San Francisco and Los Angeles, you’ll run into San Luis Obispo when driving along the central coast’s Highway 101.

by Desiree Patterson

Woodshop Rocks

Standing in the center of Duane Calkins’ woodshop class at Buljan Middle School, one sees nothing but guitars, mostly electric, all shapes and styles, all stages of construction.

by Tom Mailey

Then & Now

Album, Book and Film reviews

by Sharon Penny

Dinner Date

Our Kids

If you're a crossword lover, then you'll love our WordPlay!

by Gail Beckman

Suzanne Bell

Suzanne Bell practices an ancient form of art called “encaustic.” This art medium meaning “to burn in,” involves beeswax, dammar resin and powdered pigments.

Play On!

Not all parks are created equal, and for children with disabilities, an act as simple as playing in the park may have once been impossible. Thankfully, many communities, like Folsom and Roseville,...

by Eileen Wilson

Introducing... Kiddlywinks Toy Store

Kiddlywinks Toy Store is a specialty toy store that takes pride in sourcing unique, educational, classic and exciting toys and games for all ages.

Introducing... Artisan’s Gallery

I have had a dream of opening a gallery to feature local artists for the past 30 years. When I saw this building I knew I had found my gallery’s home. The natural light here is incredible, and...

Get to Know...Jack Sweeney

Born and raised in El Dorado County, Supervisor Jack Sweeney can trace every one of his grandparents’ histories in the county back to 1854. Leaving the family land of over 1,500 acres (now known...

Goings on in the El Dorado County Foothills Area!

Goings on in the El Dorado County area. We keep our ears to the ground to find out what's going on in the local area...our What's Up? Column!

Natural Resources

Eldorado National Forest Turns 100

by Lisa M. Butler

Student Spotlight

Secrets to Success: Local Graduating High School seniors