Murphys, CA…Planning to spend a Saturday shopping in Murphys? Try out the Saturday Hopper bus service running between Valley Springs and now Arnold! 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. April 28- May 14, 2017 – Speed the Plow at Murphys Creek Theater – Murphys Creek Theatre presents this fast-talking, quick-witted satire of Hollywood written by Mamet: whose work is a genre of itself. In this hilarious dramatic-comedy, the play spotlights the American movie business. Fridays and Saturdays at 7PM, Sundays at 2PM. Visit murphyscreektheatre.org for all the details.

May 11, 2017 – Karaoke Thursday at Murphys Historic Hotel – Every Thursday at 9pm in the Saloon.

May 11, 2017 – Firestone Walker at Alchemy – Please join us this Thursday, between 4:00 and 7:30, as we tap some very special beer from Firestone Walker. Your first glass of any of the featured beers gets you a free logo Firestone glass. Tim, our Firestone rep, will be on hand to talk all things Firestone. The featured beers include Lil’ Opal, an amazing sour, and Bravo, a very high gravity Imperial Brown just released for the first time.

May 12, 2017 – Fridays at Alchemy featuring Jazz Standards with Matt Cullen – 5:30-8pm – 209-728-0700.

May 12, 207 – Join Milliaire for Film Friday – Enjoy wine related classics on our Creekside Patio along with a delicious glass of Milliaire and theater snacks in hand! Doors open at 7:30pm, film begins at dusk. FREE ADMISSION – This month, Sideways: “Two men reaching middle age with not much to show but disappointment embark on a week-long road trip through California’s wine country, just as one is about to take a trip down the aisle.”

May 12, 2017 – Tales from the Local Scene at the Lucky Penny Public House – Join us at The Lucky Penny for a special Friday night of DJ dance music featuring Miss Dre, and S.C. IV. PLUS an extra special performance by Ras Beeken Dan with the hottest saxaphone on the West Coast! 21+, no cover, music starts at 9pm.
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May 13, 2017 – Yoga in the Vineyards – Give back to yourselves, relax, let go, wine and unwind at Ironstone Vineyards with Mountain Om Yoga. You are invited to a 1½ hour gentle yoga practice with essential oils, meditation workshop, and a stroll through Ironstone’s beautiful grounds. Lunch will be provided. A special mindfulness eating practice will be taught by Kim Da Silva. Please bring your yoga mat. 9am-2pm. Contact themountainomyoga@gmail.com for details.

May 13-14, 2017 – Milfiori, Etc. – Vintage Home and Garden Sale – The old “Italian Store” in Douglas Flat is opened twice a year to showcase and sell the unique treasures gathered throughout the year. The store is once again filled with a new collection and getting ready for the Spring Sale. Put the date on your calendar! – Saturday, May 13th, 10 to 5 and Sunday, May 14th, 11 to 3 – visit www.milfiori.net.

May 13, 2017 – Karaoke at the Lucky Penny Public House – Come shine on stage at The Lucky Penny for the first of a once-a-month (or so) KARAOKE night with Sweet Harmony Entertainment at 9pm! Bring all your friends!!

May 13, 2017 – Jerry McKay at Indian Rock Vineyards at Noon – Come for the music and stay for the wine!

May 13, 2017 – Dust Bowl Revival at Twisted Oak – This band of eight talented musicians – considered the “best live band in LA” – wowed us last year with their creative mix of blues, jazz, swing, and soul. And, their favorite wine is Tempranillo! What more could we ask? Bring your dancing slippers for this one! Buy tickets now!

May 13, 2017 – Blu’Cidity at Stevenot Winery Tasting Room at 5pm – Stop by for a glass of wine and some live music before dinner.

May 13, 2017 – 19th Annual Kid’s Fishing Day at Murphys Community Park – Just for kids from first through eighth grade – hot dogs for lunch – fishing great provided or bring your own – must be accompanied by an adult – get all the details at Calaveras County Kids Fishing Day on Facebook.

May 14, 2017 – Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch at Ironstone – Treat your Mother to a champagne brunch at Ironstone Vineyards on Sunday- Make your reservations today for the 10am or the 1pm seating – Visit ironstonevineyards.com/events/MothersDayBrunch for all the details.

May 14, 2017 – Mother’s Day Brunch at the Lucky Penny – Mother’s Day Brunch at The Lucky Penny! Treat mom to special menu items and Bottomless Mom-osas! Sunday May 14th, 9:00a-2:00p. Call (209) 890-3122 for reservations.

May 14, 2017 – Lavender Ridge Artisan Wine & Cheese Pairing – Lavender Ridge Vineyard and Winery hosts another delectable and informative cheese and wine pairing class featuring Rhone Whites and Italian Cheeses with Calaveras’s own World Certified Cheese Professional Judy Creighton (because Calaveras folks are cool like that!) on Sunday. These intimate classes are highly coveted and sell out fast so make your reservation early! Call 209-736-2305 for reservations.

May 15, 2017 – Live Music on Mondays at Rob’s Place – More Summer Fun underway as Ras Beeken Dan alternates Monday nights with Nate, The Experimentalist. There’s going to be some great times on the patio at Robs Place this summer!

May 17, 2017 – Grand Tasting at the Fairgrounds – Guests will be treated to the highest scoring Gold Medal and Best in Show winners and award winning varietals from Calaveras while enjoying delectable catered bites and appetizers from Lunch Lady Catering. Come mix and mingle with local wine makers and community leaders in the Wine Pavilion and exhibit hall at The Frogeteria. This year, the Wine Pavilion has been updated to include an interactive exhibit featuring Calaveras County’s use and commitment to sustainability in wine making and grape growing. For tickets visit www.calaveraswines.org or www.calaveras.org. Ticket includes wine, gourmet appetizers and dessert station. Wednesday from 6pm-8pm

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