Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)..What an incredible night at the Whiskerino Dinner Dance! A huge THANK YOU to the Friends of the Calaveras County Fair for hosting this amazing event — and to everyone who donated and purchased auction items. Your support truly makes a difference! Special thanks to: 👨🍳 Mike Quinones and crew for the […]
Washington, DC…James Monroe April 28, 1758 – July 4, 1831. American Founding Father who served as the fifth president of the United States from 1817 to 1825. “The right of self defense never ceases. It is among the most sacred, and alike necessary to nations and to individuals, and whether the attack be made by […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Aurora (A058657), a female Rat Terrier/Parson Russell Terrier mix, about 5 months old and 15 pounds. Aurora is a playful and affectionate young pup with a bright tricolor coat and a lively spirit. She arrived at the shelter with her littermates and has been well-socialized with people, making her friendly and eager […]
Sacramento, CA…The Wildlife Resources Committee, a subcommittee of the California Fish and Game Commission, is set to consider a proposal that would place coyotes under a bag limit and seasonal hunting restrictions. The proposal, which first surfaced earlier this year, was controversial due to the lack of notice to the public when it first emerged […]
Murphys, CA…Quyle Kilns is located at Brice Station in Murphys and has been in business since 1957. There are many amazing potters represented in the showroom. Lessons are available. #ruralliving #calaverascounty #outandaboutinthemotherlode #pottery
San Andreas, CA…Dick Tanner presented the history of the Tanner Family and Modern Logging Techniques at the April Dinner meeting of the Calaveras Historical Society. #Calaverascounty, #ruralliving #history #localhistory
Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)..We are honored to partner with the Live Like Lilly Foundation, a shining example of compassion, community, and kindness. 🌟 Dedicated to inspiring others to live with heart, courage, and generosity, the Live Like Lilly Foundation supports youth, agriculture, education, and leadership — values that are deeply rooted in our fair and […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras Historical Society dinner speaker for March 2025 is Kelly Gerkensmeyer from CCWD. Watch this fascinating presentation of the history of the Calaveras County Water District. #calaverascounty #ccwd #ruralcounty #water
San Andreas, CA…”Great Service! I was in and out of the ER.” ~ Michael B.
Valley Springs, CA…The #KeepCalaverasClean crew met yesterday at Valley Springs Memorial Park in Calaveras County to help the #CleanCA initiative by cleaning up the park and beautifying their community. Thanks so much #CalavaresPublicWorks! #ZeroLitter is the goal! #CCCD2025 #CleanCACommunityDays.
Angels Camp, CA…With power uncertainties becoming the norm is your business or family ready? A back up generator from Pioneer Electric can provide peace of mind. Pioneer Electric is a licensed and insured, full service electrical contracting business servicing: Calaveras, Tuolumne and beyond since 1984.and provide a full range of electrical and services for homes […]
Arnold, CA…Chapel in the Pines is an Evangelical Covenant church located in the Sierra Nevada mountain community of Arnold. Arnold is an attraction for many visitors due to the many recreation opportunities, such as Big Trees State Park, Bear Valley Ski Resort, Lake Alpine, Ebbetts Pass, and more. Our essential beliefs are summed up in […]
Angels Camp, CA…Dennis and Vernagae Lee are lifelong residents and business owners in Angels Camp and have always cherished their memories of fishing and exploring Angels Creek. It is their honor and tradition to plant the creek annually for today’s families to create memories fishing along the creek. This year 500 pounds of 1 to […]
Arnold, CA…We are pleased to announce our annual Mustang Bingo Night, taking place on Friday, May 2nd at 5:00 PM at Hazel Fischer Elementary School. We invite you to support our school community by participating in our online Silent Auction. Each class has contributed either a one-of-a-kind art piece or a thoughtfully themed gift basket, […]
Vallecito, CA…Stevenot Winery Presents: The Wise Guyz – FREE Live Music, Saturday, April 26th from 1 to 4pm // no tickets required. We will have wine by the glass, bottle, mimosas, beer, charcuterie plates, & hot dogs with chips available for purchase. Time (Saturday) 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Location Stevenot Winery Tasting Room in […]
Murphys, CA…Sip, savor, and celebrate the season with live music, special events and discounts, unforgettable tasting experiences in charming tasting rooms, and explore vibrant vineyards and wineries while soaking in the beauty of spring. This fundraising event supports the Calaveras Winegrape Alliance, allowing us to support our Calaveras wine industry. The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization. Federal Tax ID # 68-0219208. Tickets Include A commemorative wineglass Limited tasting at 20+ participating tasting rooms A weekend guide with special events and map SPECIAL EVENTS AND OFFERS Early Bird Pricing Saturday Only – $55 Sunday Only – $45 Two Day – $75 GLASS PICK UP LOCATIONS Pick up starts at 10:30am. Advanced ticket sales for winery locations has ended. Wine Information Center pick ups are still available for purchase until end of day Thursday, April 24th. HWY 4 / VINEYARD LOCATIONS MAIN STREET LOCATIONS Above The Rush Wine Information Center Brice Station Vineyards Boyle MacDonald Wines Hatcher Winery / School Street Wines Frog’s Tooth Winery Indian Rock Vineyards […]
Angels Camp, CA…Mark your calendars for “Chicago: The Musical” (Teen Edition), a production by Bret Harte Drama scheduled to premiere on April 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM. Based on the book by Bob Fosse and Fred Ebb, and the play by Maurine Dallas Watkins, “Chicago: The Musical” (Teen Edition) tells the story of two women […]
San Andreas, CA…Yes they’re back! Those Crazy Crustaceans from Louisiana! The “Mudbugs”, the “Crawdads”, yes those tasty “Crawfish” from the South! Thousands of them all flying into Calaveras County for the 5th Annual “Ragin Cajun Festival” in San Andreas, CA on Saturday April 26th. Whether it’s those Tasty Tails you crave or the Authentic Jambalaya […]
Murphys, CA…A cornerstone of American theater, this deeply personal “memory play” cemented Tennessee Williams as one of the greatest playwrights of the 20th century. Faded Southern belle Amanda Wingfield fights to keep her family afloat, clinging to a vision of the past and a future she dreams of for her children. When her son Tom […]
Angels Camp, CA…Life gets going so fast. We tell ourselves we need to slow down, watch more sunsets, laugh with family and friends, breathe in the fresh air, and just take in all the beauty that surrounds us. Come to Calaveras where life moves at a little slower pace, and time stands still for a […]
Angels Camp, CA…A blend of film screenings and expert panel discussions aims to spark community action to prevent catastrophic fires at The Calaveras Forest & Fire Film Festival & Forum Saturday, May 31, in the heart of California’s Gold Country. “The film festival will raise awareness about the critical issues surrounding our forests, particularly our […]
Arnold, CA…As the starting point for the Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway, Arnold might be considered the gateway to the Sierra (and the big trees for that matter), but this rustic mountain town (elevation 4,000-feet) is a vacation destination for families or couples in and of itself. Sure, Arnold is a great base camp for everything from skiing […]
Columbia, CA…California State Parks and Friends of Columbia State Historic Park invite you to step back in time and experience “Columbia Diggins 1852.” Join us from May 15 – 18 at Columbia State Historic Park for this annual living history event. Immerse yourself in the 1850s as over 100 dedicated volunteers bring history to life through clothing, food and […]
Angels Camp, CA…Spring is in the air, and Calaveras is celebrating! Yes, we have caves to explore and mountains to hike, now that the weather is warming, but we also have fun and unique events you’ll want to check out. Mark your calendars to come on up and stay a few days! We love having […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County “Drop the Drugs” initiative, sponsored by the DEA and hosted by the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office, is scheduled for Saturday, April 26th, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM. This essential community event will offer two convenient locations for participants to utilize: 155 S. Main St. in Angels Camp in […]
Pawling, NY…Edward R. Murrow, April 25, 1908 – April 27, 1965 “To be persuasive we must be believable; to be believable we must be credible; credible we must be truthful.” “Everyone is a prisoner of his own experiences. No one can eliminate prejudices – just recognize them.” “Most truths are so naked that people feel […]
Angels Camp, CA…”Barking Up The Big Trees: The Historic Dogs Of A California County” (Calaveras History Publishing) brings together the greatest stories, and more than 350 vintage photographs, of dogs spanning more than 100 years in Calaveras County, one of California’s original counties. Authored by historian Salvatore John Manna, the book spans the 1860s to […]
Washington, DC…According to data released today by CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics, the number of births in the United States and the general fertility rate increased in 2024. The new report, “Births: Provisional Data for 2024,” analyzes data from more than 99% of birth certificates for births occurring last year. The report shows the […]
Warwickshire, England…William Shakespeare, 23 April 1564 – 23 April 1616 “Our doubts are traitors, and make us lose the good we oft might win, by fearing to attempt” “Cowards die many times before their deaths; the valiant never taste of death but once” “It is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in […]
Arnold, CA…Columbia College Fire & Forestry Departments will be at The BE FIRE WISE EVENT on May 3RD with a special activity for kids…so families please come…9:00-!2:00. free BBQ Lunch provided by CAL WASTE. Independence Hall 1445 Blagen Rd, White Pines, Arnold. see you there, Be prepared!!!!
