The Purpose of
Placerville Shakespeare Club

              The purpose of the Placerville Shakespeare Club is to:

• promote sociability and friendship among its members.

• promote and encourage the pleasure, exercise and recreation of its members.

• preserve the historic clubhouse for club members and as a community asset for El Dorado County residents.

• cultivate and improve the minds of its members by studying the works of eminent authors.

• provide local scholarships.

• stimulate civic pride by aiding in improvements of local interest.

• provide assistance to local charities and youth.

• manage and conduct entertainments, excursions and social meetings of its members.

• conduct business according to Articles of Incorporation of the Club.

The Placerville Shakespeare Club was established in May of 1897 and continues to be a gathering place for women in the community. 

 Club Events Open to the Public

• April 22, 2012    Author's Day    Doors open at 12:00 noon; program begins at 1:00 p.m.  Guest Authors are Renee Thompson, historical romance; Helen Bonner, autobiography, novels, science fiction; James L. Hendricks, military history; and Cindy Sample, mysteries set in Placerville area.  There will be door prizes and drawings.  Light refreshments will be served.  Tickets are available from Betty at 642-9609 or Mary Jane at 676-8923 and cost $10.00 per person.  

• May 4 & 5, 2012   Rummage Sale

• May 23, 2012    Spring Fashion Show  For tickets and information call Rhuanna 626-4044 or Margriet 621-1126