The Amelia McKeen Memorial Library Dedication
Bear Valley’s 2015-2016 Season Kicks Off This Weekend With Winterfest

Bear Valley, CA….Bear Valley Cross Country started their 2015/16 season off with 17 trails that opened today. Tomorrow Bear Valley Mountain will have wheels turning for the public starting at 9am. So head on up and get the season started off. Tonight is Movie Night at 7pm in the Cathedral Lounge – Backcountry Film Festival […]
Shop Till You Drop At Copperopolis Town Square

Copperopolis, CA…Join us for a Fabulous Day! Old Fashioned Holiday at The Square on Saturday, November 28th, 11-7pm!! Do your Holiday Shopping at our Shops as they will be having wonderful SALES! 40 Baked Goods, Home Decor, Kiddy Items and Craft Vendors! Yummy Food! Old Fashioned Carriage Rides with Santa! Get your Fresh Oregon Cut […]
Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – November 27 to December 5

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 November 27 – December […]
Join Irish Vineyards For Their Annual Wounded Warrior Fundraiser

Douglas Flat, CA…Join Irish Vineyards For Their Annual Wounded Warrior Fundraiser
EPHA to Honor Bear Valley Ski Patrol, Peter Hayes and the NDF at Annual Event in December

Bear Valley, CA…The Ebbetts Pass Historical Association (EPHA) has announced plans for their annual presentation, WinterSports History Night, scheduled on December 12, 2015. This year’s program will feature retrospectives on the Nickolay Dodov Foundation, former Bear Valley professional ski patroller and photographer Peter Hayes and the Bear Valley Chapter of the National Ski Patrol System.. […]
Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets. Weekly Specials Through Dec 1. Open On Thanksgiving Day!

Murphys & Angels Camp, CA… Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets have been part of the Calaveras community since 1935. High Quality, Great Customer Service and Great Hometown Prices. “We are dedicated to providing the best to our customers. ” – Mike Croshaw Weekly Specials Through November 17. Stock up for […]
Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – November 20 to November 28

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 November 20 – November 28 Ongoing […]
Join The Bear Valley Crew This Winter!

Bear Valley, CA….Bear Valley Mountain is hiring for the 2015/16 season. For this year they have even extended the employee shuttle down to Murphys. Join the BV Crew today!! Bear Valley Mountain and Lodge/Village offer a variety of fun and challenging positions in a spectacular and unique mountain environment. Refreshingly different and relaxing, you feel […]
Veteran’s Memorial In Murphys Hosted Another Great Tribute To Those Who Have Served

Murphys, CA…The Beautiful Veteran’s Memorial was filled with Veterans and community members honoring and thanking them for their service. It was another great community event. The Ebbetts Pass Veterans Memorial District and community members including the Kautz Family have made this memorial one of the best in the entire region. We have full video and […]
Central Sierra AMA Benefit Premier Of Warren Miller’s Chasing Shadows Is Nov. 21st In Angels Camp

Angels Camp- On Saturday, November 21, AMA Snowsports brings the the 66th edition of the annual Warren Miller winter sports film back to Angels Camp. This year’s installment of the iconic winter sports film series, Chasing Shadows celebrates why skiers and snowboarders commit themselves every winter to a passion that’s guaranteed to melt away every […]
Tickets on Sale Now for Popular Holiday Production of “The Nutcracker”

Angels Camp, CA…Tickets are now available for Studio 4 Dance Theater’s popular holiday production of The Nutcracker ballet, December 17-19, 2015 at the Bret Harte Theater in Angels Camp. Tickets can be purchased at www.studio4dancetheater.com or by calling 1-800-595-4849. Advance purchase allows Nutcracker fans to secure their favorite seats and guarantees they won’t be disappointed […]
Don’t Miss Holiday At The Square On November 28th

Copperopolis, CA…Join us for a Fabulous Day! Old Fashioned Holiday at The Square on Saturday, November 28th, 11-7pm!! Our shops will be having wonderful Holiday SALES! Baked Goods, Jams, Jellies and craft vendors! Yummy food! Old Fashioned Carriage Rides with Santa! Get your fresh Christmas Tree at our new Tree lot, Frost Tree The Snowman […]
What’s Happening In Murphys Through November 26th

Murphys, CA…What’s Happening in Murphys this Week November 16 through November 26, 2015. Local’s Days at Zucca Mountain Vineyards – Join us every Tuesday and Wednesday for 10% off wine purchases for residents in Calaveras, Tuolumne, and Amador counties. Thank you for your continued support for the last 15 years and we hope to see […]
Patrice Pike & Guitarist Wayne Sutton Return To The Black Bart Tonight

Murphys, CA…Award-winning Austin singer/songwriter Patrice Pike and stellar guitarist Wayne Sutton return to the Bart for only the second time since recording the highly regarded “Live at the Brushwood Lounge” here back in 2003. One of our favorites, Michael McNevin, opens the show. Advance tickets available in Murphys at Sustenance, in Angels at Aeolian Harp, […]
Spectre Review: Ghosts of Agents Past ~ By Brett Bunge (Spoiler Alert)

Hollywood, CA…“The dead are alive,” declares the opening title card (a first in the franchise), for Spectre. It’s a running theme throughout the twenty-fourth official James Bond film, over which the shadow of Bond’s legacy looms large. More so than any of the previous films, particularly in the Daniel Craig era, this new story tries […]
Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – November 13 to November 21

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 November 13 – November 21 Ongoing […]
Angels Prepares For Annual Open House and Christmas Parade

Angels Camp – Nov. 4, 2015 –The Angels Camp Business Association presents the grand kick-off to local holiday celebrations Saturday, Nov. 28 with the fourth annual Christmas of Angels Open House and Wine Stroll from 4 to 8 p.m. and the 25th annual Holiday Parade beginning at 5 p.m. in historic downtown Angels Camp, rain […]
Sheriff Volunteers Help At Veteran’s Day Parade

Copperopolis, CA…Under the coordination of Acting Sgt. Ed Evans, Lt. Ed Anderson, Sgt. Ralph Carlascio, Sgt. Aurora Weatherby, David Aguilar, Louis Chiu, Kathy Martin, Ron Parker and Rudy Silberbauer of the Calaveras County Sheriff Volunteer Unit provided traffic control at the Veteran’s Day Parade in Copperopolis Wednesday. The Parade was well attended by local residents […]
Bear Valley Opening Day Scheduled for Saturday, November 28

Bear Valley, CA…Recent storms have provided an ideal snow base for Bear Valley to kick off the 2015‐16 winter season Saturday, November 28. Lifts will start turning at 9 a.m. and guests will have the opportunity to enjoy an entire weekend of skiing, snowboarding and family activities. The most recent weather system brought more than 12 inches to Bear Valley, totaling more than 25 inches for the season. Additional snow making on the mountain covering 100 acres of terrain has started and another expected weather system will have the destination in terrific condition for opening day. “We’ve been out packing snow throughout the mountain to ensure great coverage and a solid base. Meanwhile temperatures have become great for snow making,” said Mattly Trent, Director of Guest Safety for Bear Valley. “Winter has been shaping up nicely here in Bear Valley and we’re excited about opening over Thanksgiving weekend.” Winterfest at Bear Valley kicks off Thursday, November 26 with a Thanksgiving Dinner prepared by Bear Valley Executive Chef Bob Mason. The weekend will continue with a brand new backcountry film on Friday. November 27. The weekend includes live music, a bonfire, open house events and great deals at Reba […]
Skyline Bear Valley Promotes Andrea Young To General Manager Of Resort Operations

Bear Valley, CA…Skyline Bear Valley today announced that Andrea Young has been appointed general manager. The change in management comes as Skyline prepares for the advent of the 2015 ‐ 16 season, projected to open the weekend after Thanksgiving, November 28, 2015. As the new general manager Young brings a vast array of ski industry experience that spans 25 years across all aspect of mountain operation including resort management, human resources, guest services, marketing, risk management, administration, hotel operations, and food and beverage… “I am thrilled by the opportunity to apply my years of ski industry experience and intimate knowledge of Bear Valley to the […]
Help Build The White Pines Skate Park for Gabriel Goszulak (April 8th, 1999-October 19th, 2015)

Arnold, CA…A caring young man had a vision of there being a skate park made in his struggling small town of Arnold, CA where kids could have a safe place to play and be active. My son, Gabriel “Goose” Goszualk had a vision and a plan. He had already started designing the skate park himself […]
Two New Businesses Coming to Copperopolis Town Square Aly’s Attic, The Tipsy Frog Wine Bar to Open November 28

Copperopolis, CA…Copperopolis Town Square – the events, shopping and entertainment gathering place in Calaveras County – is set to welcome Aly’s Attic and The Tipsy Frog Wine Bar as its newest tenants. Both will open for business on November 28, the same day as the “Old Fashioned Holiday at The Square,” a fun-filled, all-day event […]
Soroptimists Bring Fairytale Enchantment to Beloved Holiday Event

Angels Camp, CA…For the past seventeen years, Soroptimists of Calaveras County have provided local children of all ages with a magical way to kick off the holiday season. The annual Teddy Bear Tea complete with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus, ballerinas and dancing teddy bears has delighted generations. This year’s event promises to continue the […]
Trick Or Treat Street Becomes Halloween Destination In Copperopolis

Copperopolis, CA…Many of our communities have their favorite neighborhoods for our young trick or treaters. Murphys has Rocky Hill, Angels Camp has Angel Oaks and in Copperopolis the Copperopolis Town Square is becoming the destination stop. They block the roads and businesses and local community groups provide the treats. That with Live Music by The […]
The Calaveras Redskins Hold Their Last Redskins Homecoming Rally

San Andreas, CA….Depending on how the district implements the new law forcing them to change their Redskins mascot. Last Friday’s Downtown Rally may have been the last Redskins Downtown Rally. If the mascot changes are needed or if it is just another instance of political correctness run amok time will tell. For the generations of […]
Magnolia Rhythm Trio Brings Some Cheer To Mountain Ranch

Mountain Ranch, CA…As we were driving the back way home from San Andreas through Mountain Ranch we stopped to see how things were going in town and get something to drink at Senders. As soon as we got out of the car we heard some beautiful sounds coming from the parking lot. Lo and behold […]
Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – October 30 to November 7

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 October 30 – November […]
Calaveras Community Band’s November 1st Concert To Benefit Firefighters

Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras Community Band’s Fall Concert, that has become a Motherlode tradition, will take on added significance when it is presented on Sunday, November 1, 3 p.m. in the Dr. Elliot A. Smart Performing Arts Center at Bret Harte High School in Angels Camp. All monies raised will be donated to the Central […]