Sonora, CA…The Bureau of Reclamation announced today its 2018 summer interpretive program and activity schedule for New Melones Lake, located in Calaveras and Tuolumne counties. All program presentations will take place at the Amphitheater in the Glory Hole Recreation Area unless otherwise noted. Programs are free, suitable for all ages and do not require reservations. […]
Vallecito, CA…It’s a MINI-FESTIVAL! Not only do we have the estimable Jeremy Kittel on fiddle, with Joshua Pinkham on mandolin and Quinn Bachand on guitar, we take it up a notch by also presenting Della Mae! Since forming in Boston in 2009, Nashville- based string band Della Mae has established a reputation as a charismatic […]
Arnold, CA…Today and tomorrow temps will flirt with triple digits at lower elevations. But not to worry we have lots of lakes to cool off in and you can use Mother Nature’s AC and head up the hill where it will be 20 degrees cooler. This week along the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today […]
Murphys, CA…Try out the Saturday Hopper bus service running between Valley Springs and Arnold with stops in Murphys. Enjoy a day in Murphys and leave the driving to Calaveras Transit! Saturdays in Murphys – Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from […]
Arnold, CA…A perfect blue sky, warm breeze and bright sun are making this a great day to golf, and to follow that with some good food and drink! Today’s Pub Menu is ready…
San Andreas, CA…The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) will be conducting prescribed burning in Tuolumne County on Tuesday, June 12, 2018. Crews will be burning in the Gookin Vegetation Management Program (VMP). Smoke may be visible in the daytime hours in this area. The prescribed burn will benefit the watershed as […]
Angels Camp, CA…I’ll admit being concerned what will happen when Dennis Mills’ family, close friends, and ardent supporters discover he’s a pathological liar. There are so many lies in Mr. Mills’ statement it’s hard to know where to start. Let’s try the hilarious “Big Pot” accusation. If you watched the day-to-day evolution of this successful […]
San Andreas, CA…After a wet winter, warming temperatures are quickly drying out the abundant annual grass crop. The increasing fire danger posed by the high volume of dead grass and hotter, drier conditions in the region is prompting CAL FIRE to suspend all burn permits for outdoor residential burning within the State Responsibility Area of […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Purchasing Agent will receive bids for: Construction of the Tax Collector Security Wall System Project BID No. 17-1060-17-914A. Bids may be obtained from the Calaveras County Administrative Office, 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, CA 95249, or from Public Purchase at: https://www.publicpurchase.com/gems/calaverasco,ca/buyer/public/home A Mandatory Pre-Bid/Site Visit Meeting is scheduled for […]
San Andreas, CA…NOTICE OF IMPENDING POWER TO SELL TAX–DEFAULTED PROPERTY (§3361, §3362). Pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code §3691 and §3692.4, the following conditions will, by operation of law, subject real property to the tax collector’s power to sell. 1. All property for which property taxes and assessments have been in default for five or […]
Columbia, CA…Sierra Repertory Theatre has awarded the preview performance of its production of the hit Broadway musical “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” to Mind Matters to be used as a major fundraiser. “We think this is a great way for people, young and old, to enjoy a wonderful evening in the theatre while helping Mind […]
San Andreas, CA…BOARD OF SUPERVISORS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING. LEAD AGENCY: Calaveras County Planning Department, 891 Mountain Ranch Rd., San Andreas, CA 95249 2016-528 APPEAL by Son Hoai Tran on behalf of Odyssey Health Service, Inc. of Planning Commission Denial of Appeal 2016-528 for the denial of a Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Registration Application. The site […]
San Andreas, CA…BOARD OF SUPERVISORS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING. LEAD AGENCY: Calaveras County Planning Department, 891 Mountain Ranch Rd., San Andreas, CA 95249. 2016-564 APPEAL by Sarah McCarthy, on behalf of Leisure Resources, Inc., of Planning Commission Denial of Appeal 2016-564 for the denial of a Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Registration Application. The site is located […]
San Andreas, CA…BOARD OF SUPERVISORS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING. LEAD AGENCY: Calaveras County Planning Department, 891 Mountain Ranch Rd., San Andreas, CA 95249. 2016-105 APPEAL by Sangchan Sprayberry of Planning Commission Denial of Appeal 2016-105 for the denial of a Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Registration Application. The site is located at 6308 Mountain Ranch Rd., Mountain […]
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 […]
Columbia, CA…Reserve the second Saturday of every month for Gold Rush Days at Columbia State Historic Park. You’ll get to see inside special exhibits, stores and residences not regularly open to the public. Docents in period attire will provide lots of information on the structure of their featured building, nature of its business and equipment, […]
Vallecito, CA…A minimum-security inmate who walked away from the Vallecito Conservation Camp, located near the community of Vallecito in Calaveras County, was apprehended this evening. Inmate Ernest Anthony Morales, 26, was apprehended at around 9 p.m. without incident by agents of CDCR’s Office of Correctional Safety, Special Service Unit, along with the Sierra Conservation Center […]
Murphys, CA…Farm Fresh Farmers Market With Jeanette Mckee- Graduate of Le Cordon Bleu, and passionate about healthy cooking is going to demonstrate some of her fantastic recipes with us. Jeanette is working closely with Laughing Mother Farms which is situated at Brice Station Winery. She has a thriving food based meal planning business and website […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Foothill Community Church Experience. At Foothill, we want to “clear the way” for you to come to church. We want you to be able to experience the great music, encouraging messages, friendly people and enjoyable atmosphere that are part of Foothill. Now we know that your first time at a church can […]
Murphys, CA…Dave’s artist reception will be held on June 10th 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Please stop by to meet Dave and see his art. Hovey Winery is excited to welcome back Calaveras County native Dave Christian to the Hovey Tasting Room in June and July. Dave’s prints have a nostalgic feel and take us to […]
Murphys, CA…Cheese and Wine Pairings with a Theme. Lavender Ridge Vineyard specializes in handcrafted Rhone varietal wines paired with the world’s finest artisan cheeses. June 10 Summer Picnic Cheeses July 8 Reds, Whites, & Blues August 5 (1st Sunday) American Cheese Society Winners September 9 Our Cheese Ancestry October 14 Local Farmstead Favorites November 11 […]
Camp Connell, CA…Ten Dollar Pony is Larry Nair and Liza Beth Oliveto. They met in the usual way. He asked her to sing, and people said they liked it. So they just kept singing and playing and now look what’s happened. They’ve just released their latest album as a duo, and they certainly have a […]
Arnold, CA…On May 22, two big buses pulled into the parking lot of Calaveras Big Trees State Park, and 90 fifth graders from Lincoln Elementary School in Stockton piled out. They looked up and stared. For a few, it was their first time outside of the city. For some, it was their very first trip […]
Murphys, CA…Murphys School of Music is a new music school. Located in beautiful Murphys California. M.S.M runs daily classes, every week. Be sure to check our schedule, and class descriptions page to find your next musical venture! We are a non-profit school of music for kids, teens, adults, seniors and people with special needs. There […]
Arnold, CA…Presented by Mel Bradley, grandson of the Owen and Adrienne Bradley, who helped protect the grove, raised the money to purchase the South Grove, and planted the Bradley Grove. Seminars are free and open to the public. There is a day-use fee to enter the Park. Pack a lunch, bring the family and plan […]
Arnold, CA…Saturday June 23, 2018 is the date for the Annual Meeting and Picnic for Calaveras Big Trees Association. This year CBTA will provide the picnic. Just come and enjoy! The meeting will begin at 11 am and will include annual reports from Board Officers as well as Park information from State Park staff and […]
Arnold, CA…Come look at the stars! Docents will be sharing information, telling stories, and setting up telescopes to help you enjoy the night sky at the Scenic Overlook which is a couple of miles past the Visitor Center. Two telescopes and astronomical binoculars will give you a closer look at the moon, planets and deep […]