{"id":186537,"date":"2024-12-20T09:51:12","date_gmt":"2024-12-20T17:51:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/?p=186537"},"modified":"2024-12-20T09:51:12","modified_gmt":"2024-12-20T17:51:12","slug":"calaveras-holiday-shopping-guide-2024-cvb-feature-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/?p=186537","title":{"rendered":"Calaveras Holiday Shopping Guide: 2024 ~ CVB Feature"},"content":{"rendered":"

Angels Camp, CA…Enjoy browsing unique shops in our historic downtowns, maybe catch some small town Christmas spirit, and savor time with friends and family. Simply enjoy being in Calaveras.\u00a0 Heading to a specific town? Follow these links: Murphys Shopping<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Angels Camp Shopping<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Arnold Shopping<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Copperopolis Shopping<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Valley Springs Shopping<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0San Andreas Shopping<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Mokelumne Hill Shopping<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nHoliday Shopping Guide: Murphys.\u00a0 Murphys, CA | Jenny Martin<\/p>\n

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Murphys is the first stop in our Calaveras Holiday Shopping Guide. There\u2019s a reason\u00a0Frommer\u2019s<\/a>\u00a0called Murphys one of the top ten small towns in America.<\/p>\n

Murphys is a town made for shopping, with its pedestrian-filled streets and gastronomical boutiques. Whether you\u2019re looking for gifts for kids, four-legged friends, bikers, vintage and antique collectors, or something for that special someone in your life \u2013 Murphys has something for everyone.<\/p>\n

Visit the independent local bookstore,\u00a0Books On Main<\/a>\u00a0for great reads for all ages\u2013as well as crafts and gifts. Find flavors from around the world at\u00a0The Spice Tin<\/a>, taste unique olive oils and balsamic vinegars at\u00a0Marisolio Tasting Bar<\/a>, and satisfy your sweet tooth at\u00a0Nelson\u2019s Candy Kitchen<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Joma\u2019s Ice Cream,<\/a>\u00a0find stocking stuffers at\u00a0Creative Cookware<\/a>, and of course, Main Street is lined with wine tasting rooms and restaurants to help diversify the browsing experience.<\/p>\n

Looking for something for the crafty person in your life? Don\u2019t miss\u00a0Serendipity<\/a>. where you can find carefully curated and beautiful selections of arts and craft supplies plus check out their very cool yarn wall!<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Yarn Wall at Serendipity<\/p>\n

Discover more local artisanal and hand made treasures with a trip to\u00a0Moon Alley Candles<\/a>. Their candles (made locally) look more like functional works of art and are renowned for their unique colors and elegant designs.<\/p>\n

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Moon Alley Candles: Inside the store<\/p>\n

Independent Mercantile<\/a>\u00a0sells an earthy blend of handmade body care products, as well as clothing and jewelry by owner Linda Trent. \u00a0Stop by the\u00a0Murphys Village Toy Store<\/a>\u00a0to feel like you\u2019re taking a trip to Santa\u2019s workshop. When you\u2019re ready for a break, stop in at\u00a0Gold Country Roasters<\/a>\u00a0for award-winning coffee and baked treats.<\/p>\n

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Lavender Ridge wine & cheese tasting<\/p>\n

With more than\u00a0two dozen wine tasting rooms<\/a>\u00a0in historic downtown, you will find that each offers its own unique retail experience. For instance,\u00a0La Folia Winery<\/a>\u00a0can hook you up with not only award-winning wine, but also the perfect fedora or other hat or step into\u00a0Bodega Del Sur<\/a>\u00a0for locally grown, Spanish varietals with a Latin flair.\u00a0Lavender Ridge<\/a>\u00a0offers daily\u00a0wine and cheese pairings at the bar and maintains a large selection of local and internationally renowned artisan cheeses, a specialty food market, and full lavender boutique. Stop in to pick up a the perfect holiday gift or great addition to your next holiday get together. Want a unique vineyard tasting experience? Three miles east of town is one of Murphys\u2019 longest established businesses,\u00a0Quyle Kilns<\/a>, with a deep selection of pottery and ceramic art made on site with local clay. Located on the same property as\u00a0Brice Station Vineyards<\/a>, you can make it an art and wine outing with so many great gift ideas (maybe a little something for yourself, too)!\u00a0Locke Vineyards<\/a>\u00a0right on Highway 4 just outside of Murphys is stocked with lavender and floral bouquets for a beautiful farmhouse feel. \u00a0Ironstone Vineyards<\/a>, a mile from downtown is a destination in itself. The jewelry store with collections featuring bullet casings and gold-bearing quartz (a shout out to their spectacular 44lb gold nugget on display there) are unique offerings unlikely to be found elsewhere. So, even if you\u2019re not a wine aficionado, it\u2019s worth checking out their gift shops.<\/p>\n

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Hand-crafted pottery from Quyle Kilns<\/p>\n

It\u2019s easy to find good eats here (or great wine for that matter), so when you\u2019re ready to take a load off your feet, look here for a delicious selection of\u00a0Murphys restaurants<\/a>.\u00a0 For more places to shop in Murphys, just click\u00a0here<\/a>!<\/p>\n

Holiday Shopping Guide: Angels Camp<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Angels Camp, CA<\/p>\n

CHARMING SHOPS AND QUAINT EATERIES WITH ORIGINAL OLD WEST ARCHITECTURE<\/p>\n

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Historic downtown Angels Camp will take you back to the old west with its authentic Gold Rush architecture and eclectic shops \u2013 making a unique holiday shopping experience.<\/p>\n

For a different interactive experience, head over to the\u00a0Angels Camp Museum and Carriage House<\/a>,\u00a0about a quarter mile from downtown Angels Camp for an exploration of Gold Rush history. Be sure to check out their history inspired toys and gift items in their gift shop. The gift shop also features Calaveras-made items from shirts, jewelry, one-of-a-kind blacksmith creations to chocolates, coffee, and olive oil. \u00a0Find out here \u201cwhat\u2019s with the frogs\u201d with their new Frog Jump History Exhibit, and see if you can jump as far as Rosie!<\/p>\n

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You\u2019d be hard pressed to find a more authentic Western wear shop than\u00a0Turner\u2019s Wild West<\/a>\u00a0in downtown Angels Camp. Classic brands like Pendleton, Carhartt and Wrangler are here for work and casual apparel, along with the kind of friendly customer service you might expect in a small town.<\/p>\n

Stay on this side of the street for\u00a0Stories in Stones<\/a>, which is a must see for anyone intrigued by gems, crystals and the geologic wonders of the world. You may be lucky enough to hear one of the many stories of international rock and fossil hunting by owner Pam Shoemaker while you\u2019re there.<\/p>\n

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Down the street, be sure to step into\u00a0Crafty Chicks & Co.\u00a0<\/a>for locally handmade goods and carefully curated happy treasures! Check out\u00a0Raven\u2019s Basket<\/a>\u00a0for gorgeous plants and one of a kind gifts and\u00a0Sourgrass Clothing Co<\/a>. for beautiful, casual comfort clothing with a touch of western boho mixed with todays fashion trends.<\/p>\n

Across Main Street,\u00a0Paul James Jewelers<\/a>\u00a0featuring exquisite jewelry, custom designs, hand engraving and stone setting. Purchase something unique from the store, or have something custom made with gemstones or diamonds carefully selected on-site for your someone special.<\/p>\n

For an outstanding collection of women and children\u2019s clothing, jewelry, plants, all things home improvement, and Christmas decorations, head to\u00a0Calaveras Lumber<\/a>\u00a0on the north end of town. This is NOT just any ordinary hardware store!<\/p>\n

For Christmas gifts, cards, ornaments and more, stop in to see the friendly folks at\u00a0Middleton\u2019s Hallmark<\/a>\u00a0between the\u00a0Angels Food Market<\/a>\u00a0and Angels Camp Library. So much to see, and so much to do!<\/p>\n

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Calaveras Lumber Christmas Shop<\/p>\n

Ready for lunch or dinner? Try\u00a0Cascabel<\/a>\u00a0for fresh Mexican-style meals with a Tex-Mex twist,\u00a0the Pickled Porch Cafe<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Angels Creek Restaurant<\/a>\u00a0for more traditional American fare, or\u00a0Camps Restaurant<\/a>\u00a0at\u00a0Greenhorn Creek Golf Resort<\/a>\u00a0for an elevated dining experience overlooking the golf course, timeless oaks, and rolling Calaveras hills. Also in downtown Angels Camp \u2013\u00a0Cruscos Ristorante<\/a>\u00a0where you can enjoy rustic, old-world Italian cuisine, local Calaveras wine, and a cozy atmosphere. And, make sure to swing by the newest downtown restaurant, The Quarry, for a great burger, beer on tap, local wines, and catch your favorite sporting event! Get the full list of\u00a0Angels Camp independent shops.<\/a><\/p>\n

Top off the day by catching a new release or 3-D movie at the\u00a0Angels 6 Theatres<\/a>, one of the last few classic downtown cinemas left on the West Coast. Originally built during the silent film era and updated for the 21st century, this theater has all the modern upgrades and comfort of big city theaters like 6 screens, luxurious modern seating, and state-of-the-art sound system.<\/p>\n

Holiday Shopping Guide: Arnold<\/p>\n

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Billed as the gateway to the High Sierra, Arnold is where you\u2019ll find everything for the outdoor enthusiast on your holiday shopping list in this picturesque high-country town. But don\u2019t overlook the great collection of home d\u00e9cor available as well. Here you\u2019ll find plenty of cozy, cabin themed items that complement the mountain location.<\/p>\n

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For outdoor enthusiasts,\u00a0Sierra Nevada Adventure Company<\/a>\u00a0is the place for technical outer wear and as they say, \u201cGear for wild environments,\u201d like paddling, climbing, skiing, and hiking. Head east into Arnold to\u00a0Ebbetts Pass Sporting Goods<\/a>\u00a0if it\u2019s fishing and camping you prefer, as they have an extensive selection of tackle, apparel and they\u2019re also a great resource for the latest local fishing updates.\u00a0The Trout Spot<\/a>\u00a0specializes in everything for the fly fisher. Remember to check road conditions at<\/p>\n

Make a day of it and go play in the snow at one of the three\u00a0sno-parks<\/a>\u00a0on upper Highway 4.\u00a0The Camp Connell Store<\/a>\u00a0has everything you need for your outdoor adventures, gifts, snow chains, and most important your parking permit for the sno-parks! Stop in the store and say hello to the ever-friendly and knowledgeable owner, Dan. He will fill you in on the rich history of the area and make sure you have everything you need.<\/p>\n

At the\u00a0Arnold Ace Home Center<\/a>\u00a0you can satisfy the quest for not only hardware needs, but also the great indoors, with home furnishings, accents and d\u00e9cor with varied themes of rustic, casual and contemporary. Visit the Cedar Center Plaza for a variety of places to help accent the home, including\u00a0Fine Things<\/a>\u00a0which offers an engaging selection of greeting cards, women\u2019s wear, d\u00e9cor and soaps.<\/p>\n

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After all that shopping, you deserve a walk in the park \u2013 head over to White Pines Lake for a picturesque stroll, or drive 5 minutes to\u00a0Calaveras Big Trees State Park<\/a>\u00a0to enjoy the giant sequoias. The park\u2019s visitor center has a well stocked gift shop of books and souvenirs. When you\u2019ve worked up your appetite, stop in at one of Arnold\u2019s great restaurants such as\u00a0El Vaquero<\/a>,\u00a0Kalamata<\/a>, or\u00a0Sarafina\u2019s Italian Kitchen<\/a>\u00a0or pick up some baked goods and coffee from Arnold\u2019s\u00a0Bistro Espresso<\/a>. For delicious, hand-crafted beer, stop in at Calaveras\u2019 own\u00a0Snowshoe Brewery<\/a>. Find more\u00a0Arnold shopping<\/a>\u00a0options. To really get into the holiday spirit, treat yourself to incredible cocktails and Alpine hospitality at\u00a0Hinterhaus Distilling<\/a>\u00a0where the family crafts rich and vibrant vodka, bourbon, and gins using local, sustainable resources.<\/p>\n

Holiday Shopping Guide: Copperopolis<\/p>\n

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First stop, check out\u00a0Calaveras\u00a0Olive Oil Company<\/a>\u00a0for a taste of all things olive, located in the historic part of Copperopolis on O\u2019Byrnes Ferry Road.\u00a0 They\u00a0produce a variety of premium, local olive oils,\u00a0blends, vinegars, sauces, soaps and related olive oil products.<\/p>\n

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Gateway Adventure Co.<\/p>\n

Ready to go Back to the Future? Very few places can claim to have a picturesque town square just like the one in the fictional Hill Valley. The Town Square at Copper Valley has the period clock tower as well as the central park, so if you haven\u2019t stopped by the Town Square as you enter the county from the west, now is a good time. And it\u2019s a fun place to enjoy your holiday shopping.<\/p>\n

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Spending the day? Enjoy a dinner at\u00a0Griff\u2019s BBQ<\/a>\u00a0or the family favorite,\u00a0Gold Dust Pizza<\/a>. For dessert, stroll over to\u00a0Copper\u2019s Ice Cream and Candy<\/a>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0it\u2019s great for kids and kids-at-heart! Looking for Italian food on the golf course? Well, step into\u00a0Verona18<\/a>\u00a0at the Golf Club at Copper Valley for great food and local wines. Mangia!<\/p>\n

With beautiful hikes, bike rides, and\u00a0Lake Tulloch<\/a>\u00a0nearby, you could easily spend a whole weekend exploring this playful destination. Stay at the sparkling brand new\u00a0Gateway Hote<\/a>l right in the Towne Square. This modern, dog-friendly hotel with great amenities, like the pristine, new swimming pool is an excellent basecamp for all of your Calaveras adventures!<\/p>\n

Holiday Shopping Guide: Valley Springs<\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re heading east into Calaveras on Highway 12, there are a few cool shops right on the highway in Valley Springs worth checking out. Turn left on California Street at the stop sign, and you\u2019ll find\u00a0The Motherlode Co<\/a>\u00a0where you can find locally sourced goods, farm-fresh produce, pantry essentials, and handmade products from across California. Right next door, step into\u00a0Mo\u2019s Bakery<\/a>\u00a0where cakery magic and custom sweets happen. No fondant required.<\/p>\n

Back on Highway 12, you\u2019ll find\u00a0Oak Savanna Clothing & Supply<\/a>\u00a0with its large supply of clothes for the whole family from socks and shoes to shirts and pants for the whole family. Need a brand they carry in a different size? Oak Savanna Clothing & Supply is happy to place special orders. Don\u2019t be shy, just ask! And check out\u00a0This & That Discount Store<\/a>\u00a0at 42 Main Street in Valley Springs. They have EVERYTHING from new children\u2019s clothing to Christmas decor and gifts to brand new appliances and flooring. Everything means they have EVERYTHING!<\/p>\n

Find a truly special gift for your favorite cigar connoisseur at\u00a0Wild Bill\u2019s Smoke Shop<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 a friendly and super cool tobacconist and smoking lounge. Wild Bill\u2019s has a vast selection of premium cigars, and you can even relax in comfort and watch your favorite sports event!<\/p>\n

If you have time, check out one of the many\u00a0Valley Springs restaurants<\/a>. For a break from shopping enjoy a hike around one of the beautiful tri-lakes:\u00a0New Hogan<\/a>,\u00a0Pardee<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Camamche<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Holiday Shopping Guide: San Andreas<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>San Andreas, CA<\/p>\n

Antique lovers can find a wealth of interesting collectibles in the\u00a0San Andreas Trading Post<\/a>\u00a0on the south end of town. You can easily identify the San Andreas Trading Post on Highway 49 by its old west style facade. You\u2019ll appreciate how well organized this store is, with a friendly, helpful staff and their huge selection of antiques. Come on in and find yourself a treasure or two.<\/p>\n

Turning off Highway 49 into historic Main Street will take you to\u00a0The Gallery Store<\/a>, the flagship of the Calaveras Arts Council, containing the creative handiwork of local artists.<\/p>\n

Pop next door into the\u00a0Calaveras County Historical Museum Complex<\/a>,\u00a0open 7 days a week, to see some great exhibits including the former county jail and courthouse, and do a little shopping in their gift shop. Looking for something hand-crafted for the home?<\/p>\n

Holiday Shopping Guide: Mokelumne Hill<\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re taking Highway 49 south into Calaveras, turn left into historic downtown Mokelumne Hill, a little Gold Rush town so charming that you\u2019ll forgive it for mostly only being open on the weekends. Here, you\u2019ll find some unique shopping spots to enjoy in this picturesque downtown that was once the county seat.<\/p>\n

Petroglyphe Gallery<\/a>\u00a0is located in a newly renovated building, built in 1858, and specializes in contemporary Californian art and jewelry.\u00a0Moke Hill Nuts and Moke-A-Java Coffee<\/a>\u00a0features nuts, candies, local baked goods, and Calaveras\u2019 own Gold Country Roasters Coffee. Just a few more steps past Shutter Tree Park, explore the beautiful historic architecture and old black smith shop before ducking into the much-loved\u00a0Main Street library<\/a>\u00a0which sells its excess books on its covered deck on the honor system.<\/p>\n

Stop in at\u00a0Renegade Winery<\/a>\u00a0for the best stocking stuffer of all, a bottle of wine, before heading over to the historic\u00a0Hotel L\u00e9ger<\/a>\u00a0with its old western saloon for a delicious lunch or dinner. Ask at reception to borrow their ghost hunting kit if you have the courage. Check out the full list of shopping options in\u00a0Mokelumne Hill<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Angels Camp, CA…Enjoy browsing unique shops in our historic downtowns, maybe catch some small town Christmas spirit, and savor time with friends and family. Simply enjoy being in Calaveras.\u00a0 Heading to a specific town? Follow these links: Murphys Shopping\u00a0|\u00a0Angels Camp Shopping\u00a0|\u00a0Arnold Shopping\u00a0|\u00a0Copperopolis Shopping\u00a0|\u00a0Valley Springs Shopping\u00a0|\u00a0San Andreas Shopping\u00a0|\u00a0Mokelumne Hill Shopping Holiday Shopping Guide: Murphys.\u00a0 Murphys, CA […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":186538,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_cbd_carousel_blocks":"[]","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[12,10,20,1,160],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-186537","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-advertising","category-angels-camp","category-featured","category-news","category-shopping","last_archivepost"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/305385186_1067537273964577_8312070681573322250_n-1.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/186537","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=186537"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/186537\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":186539,"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/186537\/revisions\/186539"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/186538"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=186537"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=186537"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=186537"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}