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!!!!
Murphys, CA – The beloved community fundraiser Chicken in a Barrel is back on Saturday, June 7 from 12–5 PM at Murphys Community Park —and it’s shaping up to be our biggest event yet! All proceeds support the students of Albert Michelson Elementary School , and the entire community is invited to come out, enjoy […]
Kaliningrad, Russia…Immanuel Kant 22 April 1724 – 12 February 1804 “Freedom is the alone unoriginated birthright of man, and belongs to him by force of his humanity; and is independence on the will and co-action of every other in so far as this consists with every other person’s freedom.” “Experience without theory is blind, but […]
Arnold, CA…We may see snow on the Dogwoods this weekend that could mark the true end of winter and the transition to spring & summer for the West Slope & Mother Lode. Mother Nature typically has one or two last storms before we truly make our way to summer. The detailed forecast for our area […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Newsom announced that individual twin-packs of CalRx®-branded over-the-counter (OTC) naloxone HCL 4 mg nasal spray are now available to all Californians at a low price of $24 per carton – almost half the standard market price. Previously offered only to government entities and businesses in packs of 24, this new direct-to-consumer program expands […]
Arnold, CA…Not so many years ago this was the primary fuel processing facility for cooking your meals, baking your bread, washing your clothes & staying warm in winter. It also served as a fuels reduction tool in forested regions. Not only that if you kept up the pace it doubled as cardio. All of the […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Reggie (A058781), a male Catahoula / Cattle Dog mix, 1 year old and 48 pounds. Reggie is a handsome, athletic pup with a sweet and trusting nature. He arrived at the shelter as a stray, unsure of his surroundings. Thanks to the patient care of staff and volunteers, he quickly learned to […]
Angels Camp, CA…When people buy from us, they don’t just get an appliance, piece of furniture or electronic; they become a member of our family, a family that is there for one another for the life of the product. Whether you want to stop by to learn more—or plan to purchase a major appliance, furniture […]
Vatican City…Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta. At 9:45 AM, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, announced the death of Pope Francis from the Casa Santa Marta with these words: “Dearest brothers and sisters, with […]
San Andreas, CA…A-1 has been Serving Calaveras county, central California valley and surrounding areas since 2007. They offer full service repair and sales of tractors, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, logsplitters, generators and rototillers. In addition, they provide sharpening service for chainsaws, mower blades and circular saw blades. They are located at 660 E. St. Charles St, […]
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 […]
Sonora, CA…The Columbia College Community Chorus presents its annual Spring Concert in the sanctuary of St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Sonora, with two performances the last weekend of April: Saturday, April 26, at 3:00 pm and Sunday, April 27, also at 3:00 pm. The 49-member Community Chorus, accompanied by an orchestra and Mark Seiver on […]
Bear Valley, CA…Big Easter & Closing Weekend at Bear Valley Adventure Company! All the details are below… Last Day is April 20th BVAC will celebrate a fantastic winter season with a few fun events this coming weekend before closing our groomed trails and tubing hills on Sunday, April 20th. To help close the 2024/25 cross-country […]
San Andreas, CA…Spring isn’t just for decluttering your home—it’s the perfect time to refresh your health routine with your annual physical. Your primary care physician can provide you with options to promote a healthier future, from cancer screenings to vaccinations for infectious diseases. Add preventive care to your wellness spring cleaning routine and schedule an […]