Arnold, CA…Imagine taking a family trip to the Galápagos, a nature-lovers’ paradise so unique the experience will be treasured forever. Or how about taking the extended family to Walt Disney World® Resort, perfect for large groups and fun for all ages! Across generations, close to home or far afield, with the special offers below, it’s […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) presented two scholarships recently to two Columbia College students. Funds were from the Liz Darby Airola Fund for Nursing Students. Each scholarship was in the amount of $500. Columbia College student, Max Golay, was the first awardee. Determined and driven are words that describe Max. His instructors gave glowing […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. signed legislation – SB 834 by Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) and AB 1775 by Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi (D-Torrance) – to block new federal offshore oil drilling along California’s coast, and announced the state’s opposition to the federal government’s plan to expand oil drilling on public lands in California. […]
Bear Valley, CA…The Pacific Crest Trail is open to public use. Fire activity has been minimal during the past week, with an overall fire growth of only 150 acres since Sunday September 2. The Stanislaus National Forest Burned Area Emergency Rehabilitation (BAER) Team is currently working on their soil assessment regarding the burn severity for […]
This is Cooper. He was brought in running at large in the Arnold area. He has a microchip and we are attempting to contact the owner. If you know who his owner is please let them know he is at the Calaveras County Animal Shelter patiently waiting for his walk!!!! 901 Jeff Tuttle Dr San […]
Arnold, CA…Saturday September 8 – we have live music on the deck. Bar food will be served. Restaurant open too (only one more month of fresh halibut on the menu!) Cheers!
Murphys, CA…The First Fridays in the Park series will round out its 2018 season on September 7 with Music by The Iconics, a seven-member band from San Jose that plays tunes from the 50’s and 60’s with a nod to the roots of Rock & Roll. “We are thrilled to be returning to Murphys,” says bandleader Jim […]
Murphys, CA…This is an update we like to post. Their previous special was so successful that is sold out. A new and updated special is below. Black Sheep Winery arrived in Murphys with the 1984 harvest. From that first harvest we produced our 1984 Amador Zinfandel. The wine was styled in a big, bold way […]
Hermit Valley, CA…The Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway Association (EPSBA) will be hosting their 12th Annual Scenic Celebration on Saturday, September 8th, 2018 from 11am until 8pm. We invite you to “Come Play on the Pass” with us and enjoy one of the last free, outdoor, live music events of the year. Our annual celebration takes […]
Murphys, CA…Stomp competition, costume contests, and street fair brings thousands of people to historic Downtown Murphys for a day of fun and entertainment for all the first Saturday in October! Crowds of over 5,000 people from near and far flood the little town of Murphys, to celebrate the beginning of the wine harvest season. Murphys […]
Murphys, CA…Enjoy extraordinary library wines with artisan cheese plates for two. Sit-down flight style tasting of the best selections from the Lavender Ridge Cellar. Through the big iron door in the back. Reservations recommended. Large Party Reservations Parties of 7 or more, must make reservations for Saturday tasting in advance. Reservations are secured with an […]
Bear Valley, CA….Bring your fat tire ride and join us for the best Fat Tire Festival on Highway 4. Experience some of the best mountain bike riding in the area and get in on the festivities. The weekend festivities will include guided MTB rides, shuttles to the high points of some of our best trails, […]
Sonora, CA…Forest Supervisor Jason Kuiken will host an open house Thursday, Sept. 6, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Stanislaus National Forest Supervisor’s Office. Members of the public may review maps and discuss the draft Environmental Impact Statement alternatives with forest staff. Maps of the proposed Over-Snow vehicle-use designations for each alternative will […]
San Andreas, CA…From the Calaveras Sheriff’s Office…”The Calaveras County Search and Rescue team held its annual awards event on Saturday, August 25th. Awards for 2017/18 year – chosen by team members: *Outstanding Service 2016/17: Mike Borean. *Training Officer of the Year 2016/17: Laurie Plautz. *Rookie of the Year 2016/17: Jennifer Berry (no pic- Not in […]
Calaveras County, CA… 9/1/2018 – Did you know that 1 in 4 Americans aged 65+ falls every year? According to the National Council on Aging, falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. Falls are costly—in dollars and in quality of life. However, falling is not an inevitable part of aging. […]
Angels Camp, CA…Hope springs eternal must have been my frame of mind when the Lode hotel was purchased by me in 2002. The flamboyant history of what the place has meant to so many and the building echoing all the past lives it had lived (see history below article prepared by historian) was especially enthralling […]
Washington, DC…Smithsonian Secretary David Skorton issued the following statement today on the fire at the National Museum of Brazil: The fire at the National Museum of Brazil is a terrible tragedy. Our sympathies are with our colleagues and indeed, all of those in Brazil and well beyond who have benefited from and appreciated this wonderful […]
Hermit Valley, CA…The Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway Association (EPSBA) will be hosting their 12th Annual Scenic Celebration on Saturday, September 8th, 2018 from 11am until 8pm. We invite you to “Come Play on the Pass” with us and enjoy one of the last free, outdoor, live music events of the year. Our annual celebration takes […]
Murphys, CA…A free Labor Day Concert by the longest “laboring” band in the County, the Calaveras Community Band, will take place at the Murphys Community Park on Monday, September 3, 2018, at 5:00 p.m. (Please note this time is earlier than usual starting times.) The Calaveras Community Band has been in existence since the 1880s, […]
Sonora, CA….From the Tuolumne Sheriff’s Dept…”We were honored to be a part of the send-off for this amazing woman. Officer Olga Boenisch has been with the California Highway Patrol for 17 years. Prior to joining the agency, she worked as a Sheriff’s Deputy in L.A. County for two years. Not only is she a great […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Sheriff Department Lip-Sync Challenge. Calaveras County Sheriff”s Office Lip Sync Challenges Angels Camp Police Department and Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office
Murphys, CA…(Now Playing)..In their fourth season, Shakespeare on the Vine Theatre Company will present William Shakespeare’s comedy The Tempest — critically thought to be the last play that Shakespeare wrote. The piece will be performed on the outdoor Arden Stage at Brice Station Vineyards. Director, Tara Kayton and her talented company will bring this magical […]
Murphys, CA…Black Sheep Winery arrived in Murphys with the 1984 harvest. From that first harvest we produced our 1984 Amador Zinfandel. The wine was styled in a big, bold way like nobody else could do. That’s what makes us Black Sheep; we’re different from the rest of the flock. We feature small batches of limited […]
Murphys, CA…Calaveras Wine Country is inviting you on a treasure hunt in historic gold country to celebrate California Wine Month. Pick up or download a treasure map and taste at a participating winery (tasting fees apply) to discover their gold. Receive their gold star on the board and fill in a line for BINGO throughout […]
Camp Connell, CA…The Beer Gardens at Camp Connell presents the Highway 4 Blues Band. Doors open at 5pm, come enjoy great music, food, and fun in Camp Connell General Store’s Beer Garden. Doors open at 5pm & concert at 6pm.
Arnold, CA…FREE CONCERT in the park at the Bistro! Join us for a BBQ dinner, beer, wine, coffee drinks, smoothies, ice cream and more! Party from 6-9pm in the heart of Arnold.
Twain Harte, CA…Our Sidewalk Sale is back! Save up to 50-75% off on items from all over the store! Cosmetics, accessories, apparel, novelties, and so much more! Come down Labor Day weekend and shop right here in the heart of Twain Harte!