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 the Old Timers Museum. Please contact Jo Sanders at 209-728-3072 to confirm dates and times or make arrangements for large groups.

January 30 – April 29, 2018 – Cattle in the Sierras Exhibit at the Old Timers Museum – Funded by a California Stories grant from California Humanities, the Murphys Old Timers Museum, has produced an exhibit on the long-established practice of transhumance in the California Foothills and Sierra Nevada. Since gold was discovered in California in the winter of 1848, cattle have roamed the foothills in winter and spring, summered in the rich grasslands of the Sierra Nevada, and returned to their lowland homes in the fall. Friday -Sunday 12-4 pm

February 6, 2018 – Winemakers Night at Alchemy – Join them for $5 glasses of wine from Stevenot and live music by George Haskell who will perform music from the 50s and 60s with a little bit of folk, & country. Call 209-728-0700

February 7, 2018 – Taize Service at First Congregational Church – A contemplative candlelit service of prayers, readings and songs offering comfort and Peace to help refresh and relax from 7-8 pm. Call 209-890-7466 for more information.

February 8, 2018 – Nicholas Lefler at the Lucky Penny – Warm up this Winter season with the hottest music by Classical Spanish Guitarist – Nicholas Lefler, every Thursday night at The Lucky Penny! Dinner and music from 6-8pm – make it a great date night! Reservations recommended – 209-890-3122 All ages welcome.

February 8, 2018 – Karaoke Thursday at Murphys Historic Hotel – Every Thursday at 9pm in the Saloon.

February 8, 2018 – Murphys Irish Day Planning Meeting – Anybody interested in helping or sharing ideas is welcome to attend – 8:30am at the Firehouse Meeting Room.

February 10, 2018 –7th Annual Heavenly Chocolate Festival is a dream come true where guests can enjoy unlimited handmade chocolate treats. This is a festival of treasured family recipes along with unique flavor combinations using rich dark, creamy milk and white chocolates. Come and enjoy the 60+ entries plus a chocolate fountain where you can create your own blend of tastes or create an always favorite “S’more”. Hot & cold beverages included. Wine by the glass to enjoy with your chocolate will be available for sale. 1st Congregational Church Murphys; Saturday from 1-4 pm – Tickets @ 209-728-3141 and at the door.

February 10, 2018 – Love on the Vine at Ironstone – Love is in the air at Ironstone Vineyards! Bring your Valentine (or Galentine), your dancing shoes, and your appetite for our annual Love on the Vine! Skip the cooking and enjoy a fully catered dinner*, wine, and live music thanks to Stompbox Music! Call (209) 728-1251 to reserve your place at the table (and on the dance floor). Tickets available by advance purchase only. Cost is $75 per person, $65 for Wine Club Members. 6-11 pm.

February 11, 2018 – Second Sunday Artisan Tasting Series at Lavender Ridge Tasting Room – 2-3pm – Triple Creams and Chocolate! Call 209-736-2305 for reservations and information.

February 11, 2018 – Artist Reception at Hovey Winery – Hovey Winery is excited to welcome long time Murphys resident and Hovey Wine Club member Terri Wilson. Her preferred mediums are oils and acrylics, although she is adept with watercolor, pastel and graphite. Terri’s style continues to grow as she experiments with new ideas and techniques. 4-6 pm.