Murphys, CA…Planning to spend a Saturday shopping in Murphys, try out the new Saturday Hopper bus service running between Valley Springs and Murphys. UNCORK CALAVERAS – Have you checked out CWA’s new APP? It’s the best way to stay up to date on all that is happening with our Calaveras Wine community. At a glance you can find your favorite winery or restaurant contact info or check out all the upcoming events! Download the app from Itunes or GooglePlay.

Fridays at Alchemy – Matt Cullen delivers style with pop, country and jazz vocal performances every Friday on the patio from 5:30-8 pm. Call 209-728-0700 or visit www.mattcullenonline.com for more information.

Saturdays in Murphys – Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please contact Jo

February 23, 2017 – Karaoke at the Murphys Hotel – Every Thursday from nine to midnight in the saloon.

February 24 -March 5, 2017 – “The Elephant Man” at the Black Bart Playhouse – This play is a powerful, passionate, uplifting story that traces the story of Merrick who is plucked from a life of abject misery and studied as a ‘science project’ by physician Frederick Treves. Visit www.murphyscreektheatre.org/ for tickets and information.

February 24, 2017 – Nicholas Lefler at Rob’s Place from 6-8pm – Call (209) 813-7003 for reservations.

February 25, 2017 – Johnny Devil at the Lucky Penny – Get ready for some good ol’ fashioned, Rockabilly-Rock N Roll when Johnny Devil & His Sins comes to The Lucky Penny! This is sure to be one super night of dancing and fun!! 21+, No Cover from 9pm-midnight.

February 25, 2017 – The Hot Dark at Outer Aisle – All shows start at 8:30pm. Tickets at the door $12. Doors open 7:00pm. (Burritos available) also available online at brownpapertickets.com

February 25, 2017 – Guided Hikes in Big Trees State Park – North Grove Guided Tours – Guided walks of the North Grove are held on Saturday at 1 pm. The walk is 1.5 to 2 hours. Meet in front of the Visitor Center. Bring water and your comfortable shoes. Visit bigtrees.org/ for more information.

February 28, 2017 – Winemakers Night at Alchemy – Join us for $5 glasses of wine from Val du Vino and music by Jerry McKay from 4-8pm. Call 209-728-0700 for reservations.

February 28, 2016 – For the Love of Cheese Cooking Class at Marisolio – Certified Master Food Preserver Bambi Porter is back to demonstrate how to make fresh Ricotta and then bake it in Pasta Shells with our Extra Virgin olive Oil. Bambi will also make Savory and Sweet Bruschettas! Two classes to choose from 10AM-12PM, and 6PM-8PM. Call Marisolio Tasting Bar at 209-728-8853 for reservations.

Save the Date – March 18, 2017 – Murphys Irish Day – Join us from 10am-5pm on Murphys Historic Main Street for a day of celebration of our Irish Heritage. Get here early for the parade and then stay to shop the vendors lining Main Street, enjoy live entertainment throughout the day, sip a glass of beer or wine and wander the shops, tasting rooms and other businesses. Park out at beautiful Ironstone Vineyards to admire the daffodils and ride the free shuttle into town.