“TASTE OF CALAVERAS” Saturday, April 20 11:00 – 3:00 Wine Garden - Calaveras Fairgrounds
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/06/2013 11:11 AM
Angels Camp, CA...The Angels Camp Business Association invites you to join in our seventh Annual “A Taste of Calaveras”. This event is a celebration of wine, food, art and culture of Calaveras County showcasing only Calaveras businesses and products. We will be featuring vintages from Calaveras wineries, local vodka and food from Calaveras restaurateurs...
Bear Valley Mountain Report for April 6 with Mattly Trent
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/06/2013 09:35 AM
Bear Valley, CA...Hey Good People…….Partly sunny today with a high near 47. West southwest winds 5 to 10 mph increasing to 11 to 16 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 24 mph. The weather this time of year can change in as little as 1hr. As always, talk to Patrol and we’ll let you know where it’s good. Stay tuned and have a great day! Our daily Bus Schedule has changed: the shuttle bus now runs on the Hour everyday from the Village to the Mountain. Peace out, Mattly
Grab your fiddle! Come join us for a fun afternoon sampling local wines and listening to Jimbly Leg Band on Sat, April 6 1:30-4 PM! $15 donation includes 8 wine tastes. All proceeds go to Calaveras County Search and Rescue
What’s Happening in Murphys this Week April 3 through April 13, 2013
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/05/2013 11:27 AM
Murphys, CA...Save the Date - May 4, 2013 - Sierra Foothills Artisan Cheese and Wine Festival - Hosted by Lavender Ridge Vineyard from 12pm - 4pm. Sample award winning artisan cheese from regional cheese producers along with wines and wine pairings. Take a guided tour of the winery and caves and meet the winemaker Rich Gilpin. Numerous additional workshops will be offered throughout the day and the event includes an artisan marketplace. For tickets and location, call the tasting room at (209)-728-2441 or email lavenderridgeevents@hotmail.com
Copperopolis, CA...The “Hot Copper Car Show” – one of the region’s largest car shows – will be held Saturday, May 4 in Copperopolis Town Square on Highway 4 in Copperopolis. More than 300 cars from hot rods and classics to unique sports cars from throughout northern California will be featured in the show. Last year’s show attracted a record number of cars...
Click Above for Photos of Every Car in the First Show Held at Copper Town Square in 2007
Murphys Irish Day 2013 Trip To Ireland Winner From Modesto
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/02/2013 02:09 PM
Murphys, CA...Terry Lyons, from Modesto, became the lucky recipient of a trip to Ireland when his winning raffle ticket was drawn on Saturday, March 16, during this year’s Murphys Irish Day celebration. The coveted prize will allow Lyons and a companion the flexibility of creating their own itinerary. They will enjoy their first night in a pre-booked accommodation in Dublin or Shannon and then spend the next five nights in Irish Bed & Breakfasts sprinkled throughout the countryside. The couple will have daily home cooked Irish breakfasts. Air transportation and a standard shift rental car are included...
O.A.R.S. Releases 2013 Family Adventure Catalog With Vacations from Peru to Alaska
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/02/2013 10:29 AM
Angels Camp, CA...Veteran family adventure vacations outfitter, O.A.R.S., announces the release of its new family catalog and a 2013 line-up of 22 life-changing adventures, many suitable for families with children as young as four. Our 2013 Family Catalog showcases easy-to-epic adventures for families looking to unplug from technology and reconnect as a family,” says Steve Markle, O.A.R.S. marketing director. “Introducing kids to the fun of splashing around in rivers can help foster a new generation of adventurers and a deeper appreciation for the environment.”...
Celebrate Spring Aboard Railtown 1897’s Wildflower Train Behind the Famous Sierra No. 3!
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/01/2013 11:40 PM
Jamestown, CA...Tickets on Sale Now for Two Saturdays Only: April 13 & 20. With spring in full bloom, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park (SHP) is proud to provide guests with a unique opportunity to experience spring wildflowers from aboard a train pulled by the “Movie Star Locomotive” Sierra No. 3! While the Park is open daily, special Wildflower Train Rides are available on two Saturday afternoons -- April 13 & 20 -- and depart from the Railtown 1897 Depot promptly at 4:30 p.m. Prior to boarding the train, passengers will have the opportunity to learn about the wildflowers of California’s Sierra Nevada foothills. In addition, the Tuolumne County Master Gardeners will have a display at the Park on these special days with information about gardening with native plants...
Twisted Oak Announces Summer Concert Series Lineup!
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 04/01/2013 01:19 PM
Murphy - Vallecito, CA...Twisted Oak Winery is pleased to announce the lineup for our 2013 Twisted Folk concert series. We believe we have come up with a very eclectic lineup everyone will enjoy! May 4: Le Petomaine - Master of the, uh, toot. Flatulent with feeling, Le Petomaine blasts out a selection of traditional favorites. Upwind seats $30, downwind $5. A selection of cabbage dishes will be available for purchase, including our popular "Brussel Pops"....
Sierra Foothills Artisan Cheese and Wine Festival 2013
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 03/31/2013 07:14 AM
Murphys & Copperopolis, CA...Lavender Ridge Vineyard is pleased to announce its second annual Sierra Foothills Artisan Cheese and Wine Festival. The event will be held on Saturday May 4th from 12pm – 4pm. Farmstead cheese will be available for tasting along with local and regional cheese makers as special guests describing their history, production practices, facility and what it truly means to craft an “Artisan Cheese”...
