Official Hermitfest Celebration Canceled Due to Fire But There Still Will Be Unofficial Celebrating

Official Hermitfest Celebration Canceled Due to Fire But There Still Will Be Unofficial Celebrating

Hermit Valley, CA…From Yesterday…The Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway Association Board regretfully has decided to officially cancel our September 12th Celebration in Hermit Valley.The Butte Fire is continuing to expand aggressively and had consumed almost 32,000 acres as of this morning, homes have been lost and our friends and families are dealing with evacuations and road […]

Make Bear Valley Your Destination This Holiday Weekend.

Make Bear Valley Your Destination This Holiday Weekend.

Bear Valley, CA…We’ve got so much to see and do!  The Lodge is hosting Brian Jirka Sunday evening in the Cathedral Lounge beginning at 6pm. Bring your dancing shoes!  The Creekside Bistro & Bar is open for dining from 5pm – 9pm, Thursday-Sunday evenings. Come and enjoy a relaxing fireside dinner on the deck.  Sky High […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – September 4 to September 12

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – September 4 to September 12

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 September 4 – September 12 Ongoing […]

SNAC State of the Lakes Address! Make Your Labor Day Plans Today!

SNAC State of the Lakes Address! Make Your Labor Day Plans Today!

Arnold, CA…Wow, have we been blessed this summer here in the Central Sierra! No fires, no heat waves and multiple pristine lakes with plenty of water. Our beautiful, local lake, White Pines is still awesome, even though it’s dropped a couple feet below the boat ramp. Paddleboarders, keep toward the beach end of the lake […]

VUSD To Hold Public Meeting On Education Materials

VUSD To Hold Public Meeting On Education Materials

Arnold, CA…The Vallecito Union School District will hold a Public Hearing at approximately 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 in the library at Hazel Fischer School located at 1605 Blagen Road, Arnold, CA. This Public Hearing will be held to determine whether each student in each school will have sufficient textbooks and instructional materials […]

Bret Harte Back To School Night Monday August 31st.

Bret Harte Back To School Night Monday August 31st.

Angels Camp, CA…Bret Harte Union High School District is pleased to announce that the annual Back to School Night has been scheduled for Monday, August 31.  The campus will be open to parents beginning at 5:45 p.m.  Parents should plan to arrive no later than 6:00 p.m. in order to pick up their student’s schedule.  […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – August 28 to September 5

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – August 28 to September 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 August 28- September 5 Ongoing Thu-Sun 10:00 […]

You Don’t Have to be a “Rich Girl” – Hall & Oates Packages Available From Bear Valley

You Don’t Have to be a “Rich Girl” – Hall & Oates Packages Available From Bear Valley

Bear Valley, CA….On August 27 Hall & Oates will bring their decades of top hits to Murphys.  If you’re looking for a place to stay and a ride to the Hall & Oates concert at Ironstone Amphitheater in Murphys, I can’t go for that.. Available now: 2 general admission concert tickets, round trip transportation to the […]

Weekly Caltrans Road Repair & Maintenance Schedule. Repair Volume Close To Peak

Weekly Caltrans Road Repair & Maintenance Schedule.  Repair Volume Close To Peak

Stockton, CA…Caltrans Distric 10 has just released their latest work and repair schedule for our area. We are reaching the peak of summer repairs and maintenance. Expect delays out there. The table below shows road, location and expected delays. Rte County Begin PM End PM Date From Date To Time In Time Out Dir Location […]

Ebbetts Pass Century Last Minute Updates…Get Your Chamois Shorts Ready!

Ebbetts Pass Century Last Minute Updates…Get Your Chamois Shorts Ready!

Bear Valley, CA…MAS is looking forward to hosting the 8th Annual Ebbetts Pass Century (EPC) this Saturday – August 22, 2015.  This email contains updates and information to help make the most of participants High Sierra cycling experience.   All riders must check-in at the registration desk located at the Bear Valley Adventure Company (aka – […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – August 21 to August 29

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – August 21 to August 29

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 August 21 – August 29 Ongoing […]

Highway 89 Road Closure HazMat Incident – UPDATED

Highway 89 Road Closure HazMat Incident – UPDATED

Markleeville Ca. ** ROAD CLOSURE ** UPDATE: 2:23pm Alpine County Sheriff’s Office California Highway Patrol has informed us that both lanes will reopen around 7 p.m. this evening. Currently the wait to get through the controlled traffic is brief. Highway 89 is closed from south of the Carson River Resort (2 miles south of Markleeville) […]

Don’s Miss The Ebbetts Pass Century August 22, 2015

Don’s Miss The Ebbetts Pass Century August 22, 2015

Bear Valley, CA…Only a few days before the 8th Annual Ebbetts Pass Century (EPC) on August 22, 2015.  Four scenic routes: 100, 60, 50 and 25 miles and all provide well stocked support stations, a post-ride meal, friendly staff and some of California’s most scenic cycling terrain (aka – the “California Alps“).  Check out this informative […]

Big Trees Family Day 2015, Big Trees, Big Crowds & Fun For The Whole Family

Big Trees Family Day 2015, Big Trees, Big Crowds & Fun For The Whole Family

Arnold, CA…Family Day at Big Trees State Park was a great event for the entire family. The ever popular Wild Things, UC Davis Raptors, a Butterfly release, live concerts, booths from The Arnold Rim Trail, Railtown 1897, Ebbetts Pass Fire, Arts of Bear Valley, Murphys Old Timers Museum, Sierra Logging Museum, and more. Interactive booths […]

Big Trees State Park and Summer Art

Big Trees State Park and Summer Art

Arnold, CA…The Arts of Bear Valley is pleased to announce the newly created partnership between AOBV and Big Trees State Park. So, Art will definitely be, “In the Park” for this Summer, August 15th through September 6th. Children’s Crafts will start off the Educational Festivities, with Family Day on August 15th. Be sure and bring […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – August 14 to August 22

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – August 14 to August 22

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 August 14 – August 22 Ongoing […]

Bear Valley to Host 7th Annual Derby and Country Faire

Bear Valley to Host 7th Annual Derby and Country Faire

Bear Valley, CA: Enjoy spectacular Bear Valley in scenic Alpine County on September 5th for the Seventh Annual Bear Valley Derby and Country Faire. This event will feature the ever popular non-motorized car races powered only by gravity and the navigation skills of the driver. These fun-filled and spectator friendly races pits two cars in […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – August 7 to August 15

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – August 7 to August 15

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 August 7 – August 15 Ongoing Every […]

The Air That I Breathe Concert series for Tracy Girard

The Air That I Breathe Concert series for Tracy Girard

Arnold, CA…Musicians are rallying together to help raise funds for local artist and friend Tracy Girard.  Tracy has garnered support from musicians and friends around the world. Local bands, National bands, friends from grade school, high school, to countless family members are coming together to help raise funds for a much needed, lifesaving double lung […]

Services For Paul Joseph Sorensen, 55 Will Be On August 7th & Celebration Of Life August 22

Services For Paul Joseph Sorensen, 55 Will Be On August 7th & Celebration Of Life August 22

Dorrington, CA…Paul Joseph Sorensen, 55 of Calaveras County was raised in Livermore, CA by his loving mother Margaret Sorensen from Iowa and late father Donald Sorensen 2nd generation from Livermore, CA. Paul attended Saint Michael’s Grade School and Livermore High School. He served as an altar boy at Saint Michael’s Church. Paul was an excellent […]

Murphys to Markleeville July 31 – August 8

Murphys to Markleeville July 31 – August 8

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 July 31 – August 8 Ongoing […]

Bear Valley Music Festival 2015 Starts Tonight….Runs Through August 9th

Bear Valley Music Festival 2015 Starts Tonight….Runs Through August 9th

Bear Valley, CA…Maestro Michael Morgan and the Bear Valley Music Festival warmly invite you to a dazzling concert lineup July 24 through August 9, 2015, with such distinguished guest artists as cellist Emil Miland, the Del Sol String Quartet, pianists Olga Kern and Sara Davis Buechner in works by Beethoven, Saint-Saëns, Elgar, Dvořák, Schubert, Mozart and Stravinsky. The Big White Tent Is […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – July 24 to August 1

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – July 24 to August 1

Arnold, CA…“The Schedule” is published every Thursday by the Ebbetts Pass Visitors Center and includes everything happening from Murphys to Markleeville.  For more detailed info visit The Schedule.  Please come by and pick one up or contact the Visitors Center at info@epvc.org to have your event included in “The Schedule.” The Shedule Murphys to Markleeville July 24 – August […]

The Arnold Classic Car Show Brought Rolling Art To Cedar Center

The Arnold Classic Car Show Brought Rolling Art To Cedar Center

Arnold, CA…The 2015 Arnold Classic Car Show brought rolling art to Cedar Center. Every year this show seems to grow and mature. Over 100 vehicles graced Cedar Center with style ranging from restorations to complete customs. The venue is maturing as well with the Arnold Pantry, Moose Lodge & others providing food and beverages during […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – July 17 to July 25

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – July 17 to July 25

Arnold, CA…“The Schedule” is published every Thursday by the Ebbetts Pass Visitors Center and includes everything happening from Murphys to Markleeville.  For more detailed info visit The Schedule.  Please come by and pick one up or contact the Visitors Center at info@epvc.org to have your event included in “The Schedule.”