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Get Ready for the 63rd Annual Murphys Homecoming This Saturday July 21st!~Vintage Photos and Video to Get You in The Mood!
Murphys, CA...Everyone is invited to the 63rd annual Murphys Homecoming to be held Saturday, July 21, in the cool confines of the town’s historic park. There is no admission charge. Activities will kick off at 11:30 a.m. with a concert by the Calaveras Community Band, 90 minutes of rousing music ranging from Sousa marches to Broadway show tunes. ...
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At noon, the traditional Old Timers Luncheon will be served free of charge to anyone who has attained the age of 70 and has lived in the Murphys, Vallecito, Douglas Flat area for at least ten years. This popular event is made possible by a generous contribution from the Native Daughters of the Golden West, Ruby Parlor #46. To reserve a place at the table, eligible guests must call Sue Friedman at 728-8183 by July 18.
Those participating in Murphys Homecoming who do not meet the “old timers” criteria need not go hungry. The Community Club will be selling pulled pork on a special roll accompanied by coleslaw and watermelon. Beer, wine and soft drinks will also be available for purchase. The proceeds from food sales will help maintain the park and the club’s other activities.
Throughout the day, members of Community Club board and representatives of the Old Timers’ Museum garbed in period costumes will roam the park to chat with attendees and pose for pictures. There will be a face painter and juggler to entertain the younger family members.
At 1 p.m. the first of five duck races will be held for the benefit of the Calaveras Humane Society. Participants will rent a numbered duck for each race; $5 for adults, $2 for kids. The little yellow ducks will make their way down Murphys Creek with the first three to cross the finish line winning a prize for his or her “owner.” There will be three races for adults and two for kids, with appropriate prizes. The last race will be at 3 p.m. For further information call 736-9417.
“For 63 years Murphys Homecoming has been a Mother Lode tradition,” state MCC president Charlie Creighton. “It is a prime example of how small town America celebrates community heritage. We invite friends, neighbors, and visitors to join us. Good music, good food and beverages, duck races, and camaraderie; what more could you ask for?”
