40th Annual Columbia Wine Tasting to Benefit Columbia College Hospitality Management Program

40th Annual Columbia Wine Tasting to Benefit Columbia College Hospitality Management Program

Columbia, CA…This spring the Columbia College Foundation will host the 40th Annual Columbia Wine Tasting – a benefit event from 1:00 to 4:00pm SATURDAY, April 9 to support the Columbia College Hospitality Management Program. This is the first year the Columbia Wine Tasting will be featured on a SATURDAY. Guests will savor tempting hors d’oeuvres […]

Callan and Grimes Reappointed To Calaveras County Fair Board of Directors.

Callan and Grimes Reappointed To Calaveras County Fair Board of Directors.

Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown)..Governor Brown recently made appointments to the Calaveras County Fair Board of Directors. Gay Callan has been on the board since 1991. She was instrumental in starting the professional wine competition at the Calaveras County Fair. She has been board president twice in the tenure. She is one of the longest serving fair […]

The Revenant Review – Man of Glass ~ By Brett Bunge

The Revenant Review – Man of Glass ~ By Brett Bunge

Hollywood, CA…“Blood lost. Life found,” goes the tagline for The Revenant. As the titular character quickly discovers, however, what is found is not truly life, but a strange sort of waking dream—one that is alternately beautiful and stark, but ultimately lacking complexity or any deeper message. Unfortunately for viewers, they may feel the same way […]

V Restaurant In Murphys Now Serving Breakfast

V Restaurant In Murphys Now Serving Breakfast

Muprhys, CA….V Restaurant is now serving breakfast! They have delicious ways to get your day started off right. Thursday, Friday and Saturday starting at 9am service until 11:30am for breakfast switching to lunch after that. Sunday we will serve breakfast for an extended amount of time until 1pm Bistro Breakfast Assortment of Fresh Pastries biscotti, […]

Weather To Clear Tomorrow & Great Week To Play Hooky & Ski

Weather To Clear Tomorrow & Great Week To Play Hooky & Ski

Arnold, CA…Detailed forecast for West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Widespread rain and snow showers in the evening…then isolated rain and snow showers after midnight. Colder. Lows 15 to 30 higher elevations…28 to 36 lower elevations. No snow accumulation lower elevations…around 1 inch higher elevations. Snow level 5000 feet. Prevailing southwest winds up […]

Hey Good People!!! Another 10″ Of New Snow Overnight!! ~Bear Valley Weather & Update By Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!!!  Another 10″ Of New Snow Overnight!! ~Bear Valley Weather & Update By Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! 10″ of new snow overnight and more is on the way!!!!!!!!! 12″ for the current cycle with 94″ of the ground and 206″ for the season total so far!!!! Today’s high will be around 33F with winds out of the SSW from 10-24mph. 3-7″ is expected to fall today and […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – January 22 to January 30

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – January 22 to January 30

Arnold, CA…“The Schedule” is published every Thursday by the Bear’s Lair and includes everything happening from Murphys to Markleeville.  For more detailed info visit The Schedule.  Please come by and pick one up or contact Bear’s Lair at info@epvc.org to have your event included in “The Schedule.”       The Schedule Murphys to Markleeville January 22 – January […]

Dave Christian Art Featured At Milliaire Winery In February

Dave Christian Art Featured At Milliaire Winery In February

Murphys, CA…Dave Christian is a native of Calaveras county who grew up enjoying the beauty of the Sierra Foothills. He now lives in Arnold with his wife and two small children. They love spending time together exploring the outdoors and creating new things. Dave has had a passion for art since a very young age […]

Hey Good People!!! The Snow Keeps Piling Up!!! Head On Up For Pure Mountain Fun! ~ Bear Valley Weather & Update By Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!!!  The Snow Keeps Piling Up!!!  Head On Up For Pure Mountain Fun! ~ Bear Valley Weather & Update By Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! We picked up 5″ of new snow at our study plot in the last 24hrs. Interestingly the town side picked up a bit more……orographic lift is all I have to say. A bag of warmer temps and mixed precipitation descended upon Bear Valley as the recent storm snow was a […]

Get Those Chili Pots Ready For The Eighth Annual Chili Cook Off On February 27th

Get Those Chili Pots Ready For The Eighth Annual Chili Cook Off On February 27th

Copperopolis, CA…Hey all! We are still accepting applications for our 8th Annual Chili Cook off on Saturday, February 27th! If interested in becoming a cooker or vendor contact Kim at khamilton@castlecooke.com or 209.785.9700! Chili Cookoff Application! Copperopolis Town Square – the Castle & Cooke California-owned events, shopping and entertainment gathering place in Calaveras County – […]

San Francisco 49ers Hire Chip Kelly as Head Coach

San Francisco 49ers Hire Chip Kelly as Head Coach

Santa Clara, CA…The San Francisco 49ers announced that Chip Kelly has been named the 20th head coach in franchise history. “We are thrilled to announce Chip Kelly as the new head coach of the San Francisco 49ers,” CEO Jed York said. “Chip has a proven track record at both the college and NFL levels that […]

Hey Good People!!!! 73 Inches Of White Stuff To Play On!! ~Bear Valley Weather & Update By Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!!!!  73 Inches Of White Stuff To Play On!!  ~Bear Valley Weather & Update By Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People!!!! A crisp clear morning is on order today with the current temp of 22F @ 5am and light winds out of the South from 8-11mph. We picked up 3″+ yesterday during the day before that system made it’s way East. Today we’ll see a chance of snow during the day […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – January 15 to January 23

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – January 15 to January 23

Arnold, CA…“The Schedule” is published every Thursday by the Bear’s Lair and includes everything happening from Murphys to Markleeville.  For more detailed info visit The Schedule.  Please come by and pick one up or contact Bear’s Lair at info@epvc.org to have your event included in “The Schedule.”     The Schedule Murphys to Markleeville January 15 – January 23 […]

Join The Business Community For The January Chamber Mixer At Gold Country Auto Body & RV Repair

Join The Business Community For The January Chamber Mixer At Gold Country Auto Body & RV Repair

Valley Springs, CA…The Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its January Mixer will be hosted by Gold Country Auto Body & RV Repair, Inc. This Mixer will be held on January 21, 2016 from 5:30PM till 7:00PM and will be located at 65 Main Street in Valley Springs. Wine and Raffle Tickets […]

CFLC’s Play Was A Big Part Of What A Wonderful Holiday Season It Was…

CFLC’s Play Was A Big Part Of What A Wonderful Holiday Season It Was…

Angels Camp, CA…As the Christmas Lights come down and get packed away for another year let’s look back a few weeks to one of the local traditions that makes our area sparkle every year. The Christian Family Learning Center puts on a wonderful program annually that captures thy joy of the season. CFLC’s program has […]

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through Jan. 14

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through Jan. 14

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Community TV is located in San Andreas, CA. We are a non-profit organization which helps facilitate the local studio and air original community programming to your home. The goals for PEG Access Television are to promote free speech, foster diverse points of view, encourage communications, create opportunities, encourage artistic expression, expand educational […]

Unwind, Indulge…Or Both! Calaveras Winter Vacation Itineraries ~ CVB Feature

Unwind, Indulge…Or Both! Calaveras Winter Vacation Itineraries ~ CVB Feature

Angels Camp, CA…Here we offer 3 itineraries for winter in Calaveras County. Use these links to view each or scroll down:Unwind, indulge…or both | Easy exploring: Catch the highlights | Go for it! Active adventures Unwind, indulge…or both Warm your body up with a few downward dogs and some deep stretching at one of Murphys’ two yoga studios. Find […]

Get Ready For The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance’s President’s Wine Weekend! February 13-14, 2016

Get Ready For The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance’s President’s Wine Weekend!  February 13-14, 2016

Murphys, CA…February 13-14, 2016 – President’s Wine Weekend – The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance presents the 20th annual Presidents’ Wine Weekend at all 23 CWA wineries from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is a great opportunity to sample the fine wines of Calaveras, celebrate with friends old and new, and take advantage of special discounts. […]

Eighth-Annual ‘Copper Chili Cook Off’ Coming to Copperopolis Town Square Organizers Seek Competitors for Event Benefitting Copperopolis Fire Fighters Association

Eighth-Annual ‘Copper Chili Cook Off’ Coming to Copperopolis Town Square   Organizers Seek Competitors for Event Benefitting Copperopolis Fire Fighters Association

Copperopolis, CA…Copperopolis Town Square – the Castle & Cooke California-owned events, shopping and entertainment gathering place in Calaveras County – will host its eighth-annual “Copper Chili Cook Off” on Saturday, January 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Organizers are currently seeking cook off competitors for the always-entertaining event. Each team will receive two special […]

Alchemy’s Annual January Beer Dinners Return Tonight

Alchemy’s Annual January Beer Dinners Return Tonight

Murphys, CA…Tuesday, January 5, marks the return of Alchemy’s annual January Beer Dinners. Every Tuesday in January, Chef Jason designs optional 4-course beer paired dinners, featuring dishes not normally seen at Alchemy paired with amazing beers. The dinner is available from 4:30-7:30 on Tuesdays. If you are interested in the special dinner, please call us […]

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Review – Return of the Franchise ~By Brett Bunge

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Review – Return of the Franchise ~By Brett Bunge

Hollywood, CA…Does Star Wars really need a review? You’d be hard pressed to find a more multigenerational and beloved film franchise, and the new film—Episode VII to be precise—was guaranteed to be a massive hit no matter what, bound to succeed on its legacy alone. The Force Awakens is practically hardwired to tap into this […]

Fireworks In Bear Valley Start Off 2016 With A Bang! ~ Photos By Neil Hunt

Fireworks In Bear Valley Start Off 2016 With A Bang!  ~ Photos By Neil Hunt

Bear Valley, CA…Bear Valley Village has been the center of local New Year’s celebrations for years. This year was no exception with Jeff Campbell, Megan Slankard & DJ Halftrack providing the music followed by the balloon drop at midnight. Then the revelers make their way outside to witness a great fireworks show. Neil Hunt, his […]