Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 07/03/2008 01:07 PM
Updated by: thepinetree on 07/19/2008 10:05 AM
Expires: 01/01/2013 12:00 AM
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Murphys Homecoming Offers Two Days of Family Fun...Friday & Saturday July 18th & 19th.....Relive the Past and Watch Last Year's Video
Murphys, CA....Murphys Homecoming, two days of family fun, will be presented by the Murphys Community Club on Friday and Saturday, July 18 and 19 in the Murphys Community Park. There is no admission charge. The time-honored event will kick off with a gathering in the park on Friday evening July 18 starting at 5:30 p.m. where Dick Hungerford and his Dixieland Band will perform. The club will provide some hors d’oeuvres and people are encouraged to bring a picnic supper. Wine, beer, and other beverages will be available for purchase, with money raised dedicated to park improvements.....
 
We have Photos & Video! of last years event!
On Saturday, July 19, the daylong series of activities will begin at 11:30 a.m. with a 90-minute concert by the Calaveras Community Band, under the direction of Mic Harper. Hamburgers, hot dogs, wine, beer, and other beverages will be for sale with the proceeds again going to maintain the park. A limited number of tables are available so toting a blanket and/or chairs is advised.
A Nostalgia Luncheon will be provided free of charge to anyone who has attained the age of 70 and has lived in the Murphys, Douglas Flat, Vallecito area for at least ten years. This traditional event, once called the Old-timers Luncheon, is made possible by a generous contribution from the Native Daughters of the Golden West. Anyone meeting the criteria who would like to be included should call 728-8392 by July 14 to make a reservation.
Throughout the afternoon there will be activities to entertain young and old.
Starting at 1 p.m., the Murphys Volunteer Library will conduct its very popular duck races. There will be three races for youngsters and two for adults. Purchasers of the yellow ducks will cheer them on as they make their way down the scenic Murphys Creek. The winning entries will secure for their owners attractive prizes provided by local merchants. Proceeds will go to support the library. For further information contact the library at 728-3036.
Since January, the Murphys Community Club has been selling raffle tickets to raise funds to purchase and install shade sails over the equipment in the park’s children’s play area. There have been 100 tickets offered at $100 each, the prize being a trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, including a seven-day stay in a luxurious vacation home in a prestigious gated community. The drawing for the lucky winner will be held during Homecoming at 2 p.m. For information about purchasing raffle tickets, or about Homecoming in general, call 728-2788.
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