..who needs anemones? Pictured..a white spotted rose anemone. Shot by Dana Carlson, off San Miguel, in the Channel Islands off the So Cal coast. Dana is the Activities Chair of Dolphin Divers, a local group of dive enthusiasts who welcome new members. Dana sez: “We’re a family friendly club, with meetings on the 3rd Wed of every month.  It’s a SCUBA club & a free diving club..some members abalone dive (with no airsource)..some spearfish..and many others just enjoy taking underwater photos.What we all have in common is respect & awe for the wonders of the deep..and want to be more involved with it in some way.”   Info at www.dolphindivers.org.

John Adam & his buddy Scott were on the slopes at Sierra last week. They paused long enough to snap this shot..and sent it to me so they could gloat! Sure, you guys..go ahead and rip thru 2 feet of fresh powder, while I’m here WORKING.   LOL   John & Scott will join me this Sunday, on our Eagle Snow Bus to Northstar.  Don’t forget to set your clocks the nite before!

..of WINE, of course! I sampled lots yesterday in Amador Co, at the Behind the Cellar Door event…here, at Bantam Cellars, with the staff & my sister Teresa. Of the 32 wineries putting on the event, we went to 5 of them.  At Shenandoah Vineyards, the sun shines on a vineyard just awakening to spring. Find out more at amadorwine.com–more & more wine lovers are discovering this picturesque area with the friendly tasting rooms and superb wines.

I always say…if I get AIR..it’s probably an OXYGEN TENT. But I still love cruisin’ the groomers on the backside at Northstar.  The next Eagle Snow Bus goes there next Sunday 3/14…it’s sold out, but we still have a chance for you to enjoy the slopes.  Win a 4 pack of lift tix to Northstar..and a $ 50 certificate to Romano’s Macaroni Grill.  Text SNOW to 45797..Monday am we’ll draw a winner from all the entries.  Wax ‘em up & let “em fly!

…which means..I LOVE wine! And you’ll find fabulous wine right here in NorCal…so I like to sample the local stuff. Napa Valley is world famous..but even closer to Sac (and just as stellar in their cellars) are the wineries of Amador County…right outside Plymouth. “Behind the Cellar Door” is an event this weekend.. Mar 6 & 7…10 am- 4 pm both days..at 32 wineries. There will be gourmet food, live music, seminars, and TASTINGS–from Zins to Barberas, Cabs to Pinot–something for every wine lovers fancy. Tickets required for this event..find out more at amadorwine.com.  “Ninety-nine barrels of wine on the wall, 99 barrels of wine….”    **photos by Larry Angier

Lonnie is a loving, energetic young boy who would make a wonderful companion.  He came to the shelter as a stray, but quickly showed his personality & intelligence. With experienced parents who will continue his positive training, he’ll make a great addition to your home. Lonnie should be the only pet in his forever home, with kids 12+. Find out more about Lonnie at placerspca.org.

“Wanna share my chew toy?”  Buckley is a handsome, playful 1 yr old terrier mix.  He knows basic commands, and walks politely on a gentle leader. Because he can be a bit independent, Buckley would do best in a forever home with NO other pets and kids 12+. Find out more about Buckley at placerspca.org.

Well…a BIRD adoption fair..free. Sunday Feb 21… 11a-4p at the Carmichael Library on Marconi.  Almost 200 birds looking for a good home..20 of them will be present at the adoption fair. Pictured is Jack..a blue & gold macaw..a handsome young man who loves to talk & sing..and doesn’t bite (reportedly..but don’t p*ss him off).  Find out more about the fair..bird rescues & adoptions..and more..at mickaboo.org.  Squawk!!  Can he sing “Free Bird”??

Polly wants a NEW HOME!  You are invited to a free bird adoption fair this Sunday 2/21   11a-4p at the Carmichael Library on Marconi.  There will be 194 birds to choose from..including King (pictured)..a scarlet macaw who was rescued a year ago.  Find out more about the adoption fair at mickaboo.org.

The 10th annual Tattoo-a-thon is this Saturday, Feb 20…8 am-12 mid at Wild Bill’s Tattoo in Roseville. ALL proceeds benefit UC Davis Children’s Hospital, which has named a unit in the hospital after the shop–because Wild Bill & his staff have raised over $ 95,000 for the kids!  Make your reservations for a tattoo or piercing at wild-bills.com..or get a gift certificate. Eighteen dedicated volunteers will work 16 hours straight this Saturday.  In the past, people have had baby footprints, their children’s faces, etc. tattooed on them.   Pictured are Wild Bill & his wife Nancy presenting a check to Dr James Marcin at UCD Children’s Hospital.  Help the kids!