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Lonely Planet picked Gold Country as a Top U.S. Travel Destination of 2012. Find out which Calaveras spots got mentioned. December 20, 2011

Want a wine adventure in the heart of the heart of Sierra Nevada’s Gold Country? Read Wild Wine Woman’s picks. December 13, 2011

Read this interesting article about Hwy 4 and the Sierra-Nevada drive at CaliforniaWeekend.com. August 25, 2009

For a great article on New Melones Lake, go to CaliforniaWeekend.com. August 25, 2009

CaliforniaWeekend.com has a very informative article about Calaveras Couny. August 25, 2009

Examiner.com touts our wonderful Irish Vineyards. August, 2009

Check out the Saddle Creek Quail Trail article from Examiner.com. August 7, 2009

Another great article on exploring charming Calaveras County (and beyond!) July 23, 2009.

The first 10 miles of the Arnold Rim Trail are now open! Read more at the RecordNet.com. July 7, 2009

Check out VIA Magazine’s article, “Thrift Shops Worth a Detour” in the July/August 2009 issue. You’ll find two Calaveras consignment and thrift stores mentioned.

Read about whitewater rafting opportunities in Calaveras County and beyond at the Examiner.com. May 14, 2009

Read about the Frog Jump and Calaveras Culinary Travel at the Examiner.com. May 9, 2009

Check out what the Examiner.com is saying about Grounds Restaurant in Murphys. May 4, 2009

Twisted Oak Winery is in the news in this article from the Examiner! April 16, 2009

Enjoy spring break in Gold Country! Check out this article that appeared in Examiner.com, April, 2009

April/May 2009 issue of Sactown Magazine has an extensive article on Calaveras County. Ask us to send you a copy!

Check out this great California article from Travel Mail, UK. April 1, 2009

LA Times boasts about Murphys Irish Days in this article. March 11, 2009

Frommer’s Jennifer Polland visited us in December and wrote about her time in Calaveras County! December 11, 2008

California Travel Writer, Barbara Steinberg, spent a few days in Calaveras County and shared her experience in Lux Life Magazine. March 13, 2008

Archived Coverage

KPIX TV, San Francisco featured Calaveras County for a recent episode of CBS’s “Eye on the Bay.” You can click here for a preview and more information!

In the April 2006 edition of Frommer’s Budget Travel Magazine, Murphys was named one of “America’s Top 10 Coolest Small Towns!”

February 2012
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	1	2	3	4 Events on February 4, 2012 Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 Description: 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more. Free. Drawing Workshop, Mokelumne Hill - 209-286-1387 Description: 10am-2:30pm at Petroglyphe Gallery. Drawing for Life, The Journey to Visual Literacy. One day workshop for those who want to develop skills in drawing what they see. This is a skill anyone can learn! Call or visit http://www.gallelrypetroglyphe.com for more information or to register. Swing Gitane at the Metate Hill Lounge, Murphys - metatehilllounge.com Location: the Metate Hill Lounge, Murphys - metatehilllounge.com Description: 30s and 40s Swiing and Jazz starts at 7 pm. $5. All ages. Visit metatehilllounge.com for more information. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Oil Painting Demonstration, Mokelumne Hill - 209-286-1387 Description: 3:30-5:30pm. Watch Michael Severin paint at Petroglyphe Gallery, while enjoying complimentary wine and cheese. Call for more information or visit http://www.gallerypetroglyphe.com Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.	5 Events on February 5, 2012 Superbowl Sunday Chili Cookoff, Murphys - 209-728-3444 Description: At the Murphys Historic Hotel...call for more information.
6	7	8 Events on February 8, 2012 Watercolor Valentine Cards art class, Copper Town Square - 209-785-2050 Description: Town Hall Arts. With Kim Barrington.This is always a popular class, please sign up by Monday, Feb. 6. Bring your usual watercolor supplies, along with some 4x6 watercolor papers, and any decorative pens or embellishments you might want to include on your valentines. Beginners welcome! $10 to members; $15 non-members.	9 Events on February 9, 2012 Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.	10 Events on February 10, 2012 Watercolors in the Morning art class, Copper Town Square - 209-785-2050 Location: the Morning art class, Copper Town Square - 209- Description: At Town Hall Arts. From 9 am to noon. Flag and Eagle. A great painting for this presidential month! Bring 11x14 paper. Carol will furnish paint and brushes. $20. Call to sign up or more information. Oils/Acrylics in the Afternoon, Copper Town Square - 209- Location: the Afternoon, Copper Town Square - 209- Description: At Town Hall Arts. 1 pm to 4 pm. Lighthouse. Bring 11x14 canvas. Paint is furnished. $20. Call to sign up or for more information. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Live Music at Metate Lounge, Murphys - metatehilllounge.com Location: Metate Lounge, Murphys - metatehilllounge.com Description: Nicholar Lefler, Spanish Guitarist - The music is free or pay $10 to enjoy the wine pairings. Visit metatehilllounge.com for more information. Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Location: Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Description: Matt Cullen delivers style with pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond every Friday from 5:30-8 pm. The music is free, and there's room to dance. Call for more information. Girls Night Out, Ironstone Vineyards - 209-728-1251 Description: 5:30 - 9pm. Shop for a good cause and support Bret Harte High Scholarship Fund. Bring your girlfriends and enjoy wine tasting and shopping with many favorite local jewelry, makeup, gift and fashion vendors. For a sneak peek at some of the participating vendors, go to facebook at the salon angels camp. Admission: $10 per person.	11 Events on February 11, 2012 Saturday Morning Art Classes, Copper Town Square - 209-785-2050 Description: At Town Hall Arts. Mosaics. 9:30 am to 12:30. Call to sign up and for more information. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Live Music "Groove Union", Hotel Leger, Mokelumne Hill-209-286-1401 Description: The band "Groove Union" will be playing in the night at the Hotel Leger, 8304 Main Street, Mokelumne Hill. For more info call 209-286-1401. Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 Description: 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more. Free. Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information. 10th Annual Love the Forest Concert, Murphys Description: Love the Forest Valentine’s Concert benefits the local non-profit group Ebbetts Pass Forest Watch. Love the Forest is always a memorable evening of fun with a drawing and great live music for all ages featuring the Tour Guides, Cantamos and a special guest. The music starts at 7 pm at the Black Bart Playhouse. Tickets are available locally at Sustenance Books, SNAC & Murphys Music Company. A Heavenly Chocolate Festival - 209-728-8098 Description: Chocolate lovers will revel in sampling chocolate delights. 2 to 5 pm at the First Congregational Church of Murphys on the corner of Church and Algiers. Admission $10 - All the chocolate you can eat! Come tantalize your taste buds and vote for your favorite chocolate delight. First, second and third place winners will be awarded. Call for tickets or more information.	12 Events on February 12, 2012 Golden Bough and McGrath Irish Dancers, Angels Camp - 209-754-1774 Description: 3pm at The Bret Harte Theater. Golden Bough’s three part harmony and solo ballads unite with colorful, high-stepping McGrath Irish Dancers that will bring the sound and scene of Ireland’s beautiful past to the present. Call for more information or visit calaverasarts.org
13	14 Events on February 14, 2012 Valentine's Day Dinner, Valley Springs - 209-772-1082 Description: In the Vista Grille Restaurant, La Contenta Golf Club. Reservations a must. Call for more information or reservations.	15	16 Events on February 16, 2012 Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.	17 Events on February 17, 2012 Blue Oyster Cult Concert, Jackson Rancheria Casino - 209-296-5495 Description: Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. Must be 21 to attend. Food and beverages will be available. Tickets are on sale now and are just $20 for Dreamcatcher Members and $40 for general admission, available online at JacksonCasino.com or by calling. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Location: Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Description: Matt Cullen delivers style with pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond every Friday from 5:30-8 pm. The music is free, and there's room to dance. Call for more information.	18 Events on February 18, 2012 Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 Description: 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more. Free. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Presidents' Wine Weekend at Calaveras Wineries- 209-728-9467 Description: Fine food, music, and more... The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance presents the 16th Annual Presidents' Wine Weekend at all 23 CWA wineries from 11am to 5pm. With the purchase of a $10 commemorative wine glass, all offerings are open to the glass holder for the entire weekend. Call or visit calaveraswines.org for more information. Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information. "California Forever" Gala Film Premiere, Big Trees State Park - 209-795-3840 Description: Join Big Trees State Park Association for a gala premiere of California Forever- an important documentary celebrating the beauty, drama and sweeping history of California State Parks. Meet the Producer and Director. Guests will enjoy a variety of Calaveras Counties' finest wines accompanied by gourmet hors d'oeuvres and desserts. $40. Space is limited. Reservations are required. Call for more information.	19 Events on February 19, 2012 Portrayal of Snowshoe Thompson, Calaveras Big Trees SP - 209-795-3840 Description: Snowshoe Thompson, the legendary mail carrier of the Sierra Nevada gold rush era, will be making a visit to the park. Encounters begin at 11 a.m., or 1 p.m. Be guided into the forest on snowshoes to meet with Thompson and hear tales of his exploits as he traversed the mountains in winter on hand-carved wooden skis. Tickets $20.50 each for adults, $10.50 for children under 12. Reserve online at snowshoethompson.eventsbot.com. Ticket includes guided walk into the forest to meet "Thompson", and a hot lunch. Call for more information.
20	21 Events on February 21, 2012 Mardi Gras in The Kitchen at Newsome-Harlow, Murphys - 209-728-9718 Location: The Kitchen at Newsome-Harlow, Murphys - 209 Description: Laissez les bons temps rouler! Letting the Good TImes Rock n Roll on Fat Tuesday from 7 - 9 pm, The Kitchen will be replete with all the Mardi Gras accouterments and tunes. Newsome-Harlow's highly acclaimed wines, plus other selections, beer and bubbles are available. The Prix Fixe Menu is $35 per person not including tax, gratuity or beverages. Call for more information and reservations.	22	23 Events on February 23, 2012 Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.	24 Events on February 24, 2012 Mother Lode Daffodil Show, Murphys - 925-625-5526 Description: At Ironstone Vineyards. Saturday, open 11 AM-5PM, Sunday, 10AM-3PM. Free. Juried show competitions in daffodil horticulture, artistic designs, and photography. Showroom presents hundreds of different daffodils in bright colors and intriguing forms. Show entry open to all. Call or email for more information robert_spotts@comcast.net Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Location: Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Description: Matt Cullen delivers style with pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond every Friday from 5:30-8 pm. The music is free, and there's room to dance. Call for more information. CalaverasGROWN Annual Local Food Dinner & Speaker, Mokelumne Hill - 209-772-1604 Description: Celebrating community scale agriculture in the region. Dinner prepared with local food and an inspirational speaker. Moke Hill Town Hall on Main Street. Tickets are $40 per person or $75 for two. More information to come. Call 772-1604 or visit calaverasgrown.com for more information.	25 Events on February 25, 2012 Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Writing workshops, San Andreas -209-754-0577 Description: 9 AM to 4:30pm. Manzanita Writers Press Presents Two Writing Workshops by Authors Antoinette May and Linda Abbott Trapp. Call for more information or Email: mrosemanza@jps.net Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 Description: 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more. Free. Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.	26 Events on February 26, 2012 Mimi Blais - Queen of Ragtime, Angels Camp - 209-754-1774 Description: 3pm at the Bret Harte Theater. Ragtime Pianist/Comedian puts on a witty and colorful show storytelling and playing the history of ragtime. Her music engages the audience causing laughter and tears and is full of crazy stunts and surprises. Call or vist calaverasarts.org for tickets and more information.
27	28 Events on February 28, 2012 Dinner and a Movie, Jackson Rancheria Casino - 209-800-822-9466 Description: “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”. In the Grand Oak Ballroom at 6:15 p.m. Two ticket options available. To purchase, call 800-822-WINN (9466) and ask for package BREAKFAST or visit JacksonCasino.com.	29

February 2012

Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072
Description: 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more. Free.
Drawing Workshop, Mokelumne Hill - 209-286-1387
Description: 10am-2:30pm at Petroglyphe Gallery. Drawing for Life, The Journey to Visual Literacy. One day workshop for those who want to develop skills in drawing what they see. This is a skill anyone can learn! Call or visit http://www.gallelrypetroglyphe.com for more information or to register.
Swing Gitane at the Metate Hill Lounge, Murphys - metatehilllounge.com
Location: the Metate Hill Lounge, Murphys - metatehilllounge.com Description: 30s and 40s Swiing and Jazz starts at 7 pm. $5. All ages. Visit metatehilllounge.com for more information.
Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623
Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information.
Oil Painting Demonstration, Mokelumne Hill - 209-286-1387
Description: 3:30-5:30pm. Watch Michael Severin paint at Petroglyphe Gallery, while enjoying complimentary wine and cheese. Call for more information or visit http://www.gallerypetroglyphe.com
Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112
Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.

Superbowl Sunday Chili Cookoff, Murphys - 209-728-3444
Description: At the Murphys Historic Hotel...call for more information.

Watercolor Valentine Cards art class, Copper Town Square - 209-785-2050
Description: Town Hall Arts. With Kim Barrington.This is always a popular class, please sign up by Monday, Feb. 6.
Bring your usual watercolor supplies, along with some 4x6 watercolor papers, and any decorative pens or embellishments you might want to include on your valentines. Beginners welcome! $10 to members; $15 non-members.

Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112
Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.

Watercolors in the Morning art class, Copper Town Square - 209-785-2050
Location: the Morning art class, Copper Town Square - 209- Description: At Town Hall Arts. From 9 am to noon. Flag and Eagle. A great painting for this presidential month!
Bring 11x14 paper. Carol will furnish paint and brushes. $20. Call to sign up or more information.
Oils/Acrylics in the Afternoon, Copper Town Square - 209-
Location: the Afternoon, Copper Town Square - 209- Description: At Town Hall Arts. 1 pm to 4 pm. Lighthouse. Bring 11x14 canvas. Paint is furnished. $20. Call to sign up or for more information.
Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623
Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information.
Live Music at Metate Lounge, Murphys - metatehilllounge.com
Location: Metate Lounge, Murphys - metatehilllounge.com Description: Nicholar Lefler, Spanish Guitarist - The music is free or pay $10 to enjoy the wine pairings. Visit metatehilllounge.com for more information.
Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700
Location: Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Description: Matt Cullen delivers style with pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond every Friday from 5:30-8 pm. The music is free, and there's room to dance. Call for more information.
Girls Night Out, Ironstone Vineyards - 209-728-1251
Description: 5:30 - 9pm. Shop for a good cause and support Bret Harte High Scholarship Fund. Bring your girlfriends and enjoy wine tasting and shopping with many favorite local jewelry, makeup, gift and fashion vendors. For a sneak peek at some of the participating vendors, go to facebook at the salon angels camp. Admission: $10 per person.

Saturday Morning Art Classes, Copper Town Square - 209-785-2050
Description: At Town Hall Arts. Mosaics. 9:30 am to 12:30. Call to sign up and for more information.
Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623
Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information.
Live Music "Groove Union", Hotel Leger, Mokelumne Hill-209-286-1401
Description: The band "Groove Union" will be playing in the night at the Hotel Leger, 8304 Main Street, Mokelumne Hill. For more info call 209-286-1401.
Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072
Description: 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more. Free.
Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112
Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.
10th Annual Love the Forest Concert, Murphys
Description: Love the Forest Valentine’s Concert benefits the local non-profit group Ebbetts Pass Forest Watch. Love the Forest is always a memorable evening of fun with a drawing and great live music for all ages featuring the Tour Guides, Cantamos and a special guest. The music starts at 7 pm at the Black Bart Playhouse. Tickets are available locally at Sustenance Books, SNAC & Murphys Music Company.
A Heavenly Chocolate Festival - 209-728-8098
Description: Chocolate lovers will revel in sampling chocolate delights. 2 to 5 pm at the First Congregational Church of Murphys on the corner of Church and Algiers. Admission $10 - All the chocolate you can eat! Come tantalize your taste buds and vote for your favorite chocolate delight. First, second and third place winners will be awarded. Call for tickets or more information.

Golden Bough and McGrath Irish Dancers, Angels Camp - 209-754-1774
Description: 3pm at The Bret Harte Theater. Golden Bough’s three part harmony and solo ballads unite with colorful, high-stepping McGrath Irish Dancers that will bring the sound and scene of Ireland’s beautiful past to the present. Call for more information or visit calaverasarts.org

Valentine's Day Dinner, Valley Springs - 209-772-1082
Description: In the Vista Grille Restaurant, La Contenta Golf Club. Reservations a must. Call for more information or reservations.

Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112
Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.

Blue Oyster Cult Concert, Jackson Rancheria Casino - 209-296-5495
Description: Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. Must be 21 to attend. Food and beverages will be available. Tickets are on sale now and are just $20 for Dreamcatcher Members and $40 for general admission, available online at JacksonCasino.com or by calling.
Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623
Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information.
Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700
Location: Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Description: Matt Cullen delivers style with pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond every Friday from 5:30-8 pm. The music is free, and there's room to dance. Call for more information.

Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072
Description: 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more. Free.
Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623
Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information.
Presidents' Wine Weekend at Calaveras Wineries- 209-728-9467
Description: Fine food, music, and more... The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance presents the 16th Annual Presidents' Wine Weekend at all 23 CWA wineries from 11am to 5pm. With the purchase of a $10 commemorative wine glass, all offerings are open to the glass holder for the entire weekend. Call or visit calaveraswines.org for more information.
Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112
Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.
"California Forever" Gala Film Premiere, Big Trees State Park - 209-795-3840
Description: Join Big Trees State Park Association for a gala premiere of California Forever- an important documentary celebrating the beauty, drama and sweeping history of California State Parks. Meet the Producer and Director. Guests will enjoy a variety of Calaveras Counties' finest wines accompanied by gourmet hors d'oeuvres and desserts. $40. Space is limited. Reservations are required. Call for more information.

Portrayal of Snowshoe Thompson, Calaveras Big Trees SP - 209-795-3840
Description: Snowshoe Thompson, the legendary mail carrier of the Sierra Nevada gold rush era, will be making a visit to the park. Encounters begin at 11 a.m., or 1 p.m. Be guided into the forest on snowshoes to meet with Thompson and hear tales of his exploits as he traversed the mountains in winter on hand-carved wooden skis. Tickets $20.50 each for adults, $10.50 for children under 12. Reserve online at snowshoethompson.eventsbot.com. Ticket includes guided walk into the forest to meet "Thompson", and a hot lunch. Call for more information.

Mardi Gras in The Kitchen at Newsome-Harlow, Murphys - 209-728-9718
Location: The Kitchen at Newsome-Harlow, Murphys - 209 Description: Laissez les bons temps rouler! Letting the Good TImes Rock n Roll on Fat Tuesday from 7 - 9 pm, The Kitchen will be replete with all the Mardi Gras accouterments and tunes. Newsome-Harlow's highly acclaimed wines, plus other selections, beer and bubbles are available. The Prix Fixe Menu is $35 per person not including tax, gratuity or beverages. Call for more information and reservations.

Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112
Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.

Mother Lode Daffodil Show, Murphys - 925-625-5526
Description: At Ironstone Vineyards. Saturday, open 11 AM-5PM, Sunday, 10AM-3PM. Free. Juried show competitions in daffodil horticulture, artistic designs, and photography. Showroom presents hundreds of different daffodils in bright colors and intriguing forms. Show entry open to all. Call or email for more information robert_spotts@comcast.net
Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623
Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information.
Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700
Location: Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Description: Matt Cullen delivers style with pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond every Friday from 5:30-8 pm. The music is free, and there's room to dance. Call for more information.
CalaverasGROWN Annual Local Food Dinner & Speaker, Mokelumne Hill - 209-772-1604
Description: Celebrating community scale agriculture in the region. Dinner prepared with local food and an inspirational speaker. Moke Hill Town Hall on Main Street. Tickets are $40 per person or $75 for two. More information to come. Call 772-1604 or visit calaverasgrown.com for more information.

Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623
Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information.
Writing workshops, San Andreas -209-754-0577
Description: 9 AM to 4:30pm. Manzanita Writers Press Presents Two Writing Workshops by Authors Antoinette May and Linda Abbott Trapp. Call for more information or Email: mrosemanza@jps.net
Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072
Description: 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more. Free.
Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112
Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.

Mimi Blais - Queen of Ragtime, Angels Camp - 209-754-1774
Description: 3pm at the Bret Harte Theater. Ragtime Pianist/Comedian puts on a witty and colorful show storytelling and playing the history of ragtime. Her music engages the audience causing laughter and tears and is full of crazy stunts and surprises. Call or vist calaverasarts.org for tickets and more information.

Dinner and a Movie, Jackson Rancheria Casino - 209-800-822-9466
Description: “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”. In the Grand Oak Ballroom at 6:15 p.m. Two ticket options available. To purchase, call 800-822-WINN (9466) and ask for package BREAKFAST or visit JacksonCasino.com.

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		1	2	3	4 Events on February 4, 2012 Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 Description: 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more. Free. Drawing Workshop, Mokelumne Hill - 209-286-1387 Description: 10am-2:30pm at Petroglyphe Gallery. Drawing for Life, The Journey to Visual Literacy. One day workshop for those who want to develop skills in drawing what they see. This is a skill anyone can learn! Call or visit http://www.gallelrypetroglyphe.com for more information or to register. Swing Gitane at the Metate Hill Lounge, Murphys - metatehilllounge.com Location: the Metate Hill Lounge, Murphys - metatehilllounge.com Description: 30s and 40s Swiing and Jazz starts at 7 pm. $5. All ages. Visit metatehilllounge.com for more information. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Oil Painting Demonstration, Mokelumne Hill - 209-286-1387 Description: 3:30-5:30pm. Watch Michael Severin paint at Petroglyphe Gallery, while enjoying complimentary wine and cheese. Call for more information or visit http://www.gallerypetroglyphe.com Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.	5 Events on February 5, 2012 Superbowl Sunday Chili Cookoff, Murphys - 209-728-3444 Description: At the Murphys Historic Hotel...call for more information.
6	7	8 Events on February 8, 2012 Watercolor Valentine Cards art class, Copper Town Square - 209-785-2050 Description: Town Hall Arts. With Kim Barrington.This is always a popular class, please sign up by Monday, Feb. 6. Bring your usual watercolor supplies, along with some 4x6 watercolor papers, and any decorative pens or embellishments you might want to include on your valentines. Beginners welcome! $10 to members; $15 non-members.	9 Events on February 9, 2012 Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.	10 Events on February 10, 2012 Watercolors in the Morning art class, Copper Town Square - 209-785-2050 Location: the Morning art class, Copper Town Square - 209- Description: At Town Hall Arts. From 9 am to noon. Flag and Eagle. A great painting for this presidential month! Bring 11x14 paper. Carol will furnish paint and brushes. $20. Call to sign up or more information. Oils/Acrylics in the Afternoon, Copper Town Square - 209- Location: the Afternoon, Copper Town Square - 209- Description: At Town Hall Arts. 1 pm to 4 pm. Lighthouse. Bring 11x14 canvas. Paint is furnished. $20. Call to sign up or for more information. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Live Music at Metate Lounge, Murphys - metatehilllounge.com Location: Metate Lounge, Murphys - metatehilllounge.com Description: Nicholar Lefler, Spanish Guitarist - The music is free or pay $10 to enjoy the wine pairings. Visit metatehilllounge.com for more information. Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Location: Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Description: Matt Cullen delivers style with pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond every Friday from 5:30-8 pm. The music is free, and there's room to dance. Call for more information. Girls Night Out, Ironstone Vineyards - 209-728-1251 Description: 5:30 - 9pm. Shop for a good cause and support Bret Harte High Scholarship Fund. Bring your girlfriends and enjoy wine tasting and shopping with many favorite local jewelry, makeup, gift and fashion vendors. For a sneak peek at some of the participating vendors, go to facebook at the salon angels camp. Admission: $10 per person.	11 Events on February 11, 2012 Saturday Morning Art Classes, Copper Town Square - 209-785-2050 Description: At Town Hall Arts. Mosaics. 9:30 am to 12:30. Call to sign up and for more information. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Live Music "Groove Union", Hotel Leger, Mokelumne Hill-209-286-1401 Description: The band "Groove Union" will be playing in the night at the Hotel Leger, 8304 Main Street, Mokelumne Hill. For more info call 209-286-1401. Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 Description: 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more. Free. Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information. 10th Annual Love the Forest Concert, Murphys Description: Love the Forest Valentine’s Concert benefits the local non-profit group Ebbetts Pass Forest Watch. Love the Forest is always a memorable evening of fun with a drawing and great live music for all ages featuring the Tour Guides, Cantamos and a special guest. The music starts at 7 pm at the Black Bart Playhouse. Tickets are available locally at Sustenance Books, SNAC & Murphys Music Company. A Heavenly Chocolate Festival - 209-728-8098 Description: Chocolate lovers will revel in sampling chocolate delights. 2 to 5 pm at the First Congregational Church of Murphys on the corner of Church and Algiers. Admission $10 - All the chocolate you can eat! Come tantalize your taste buds and vote for your favorite chocolate delight. First, second and third place winners will be awarded. Call for tickets or more information.	12 Events on February 12, 2012 Golden Bough and McGrath Irish Dancers, Angels Camp - 209-754-1774 Description: 3pm at The Bret Harte Theater. Golden Bough’s three part harmony and solo ballads unite with colorful, high-stepping McGrath Irish Dancers that will bring the sound and scene of Ireland’s beautiful past to the present. Call for more information or visit calaverasarts.org
13	14 Events on February 14, 2012 Valentine's Day Dinner, Valley Springs - 209-772-1082 Description: In the Vista Grille Restaurant, La Contenta Golf Club. Reservations a must. Call for more information or reservations.	15	16 Events on February 16, 2012 Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.	17 Events on February 17, 2012 Blue Oyster Cult Concert, Jackson Rancheria Casino - 209-296-5495 Description: Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. Must be 21 to attend. Food and beverages will be available. Tickets are on sale now and are just $20 for Dreamcatcher Members and $40 for general admission, available online at JacksonCasino.com or by calling. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Location: Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Description: Matt Cullen delivers style with pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond every Friday from 5:30-8 pm. The music is free, and there's room to dance. Call for more information.	18 Events on February 18, 2012 Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 Description: 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more. Free. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Presidents' Wine Weekend at Calaveras Wineries- 209-728-9467 Description: Fine food, music, and more... The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance presents the 16th Annual Presidents' Wine Weekend at all 23 CWA wineries from 11am to 5pm. With the purchase of a $10 commemorative wine glass, all offerings are open to the glass holder for the entire weekend. Call or visit calaveraswines.org for more information. Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information. "California Forever" Gala Film Premiere, Big Trees State Park - 209-795-3840 Description: Join Big Trees State Park Association for a gala premiere of California Forever- an important documentary celebrating the beauty, drama and sweeping history of California State Parks. Meet the Producer and Director. Guests will enjoy a variety of Calaveras Counties' finest wines accompanied by gourmet hors d'oeuvres and desserts. $40. Space is limited. Reservations are required. Call for more information.	19 Events on February 19, 2012 Portrayal of Snowshoe Thompson, Calaveras Big Trees SP - 209-795-3840 Description: Snowshoe Thompson, the legendary mail carrier of the Sierra Nevada gold rush era, will be making a visit to the park. Encounters begin at 11 a.m., or 1 p.m. Be guided into the forest on snowshoes to meet with Thompson and hear tales of his exploits as he traversed the mountains in winter on hand-carved wooden skis. Tickets $20.50 each for adults, $10.50 for children under 12. Reserve online at snowshoethompson.eventsbot.com. Ticket includes guided walk into the forest to meet "Thompson", and a hot lunch. Call for more information.
20	21 Events on February 21, 2012 Mardi Gras in The Kitchen at Newsome-Harlow, Murphys - 209-728-9718 Location: The Kitchen at Newsome-Harlow, Murphys - 209 Description: Laissez les bons temps rouler! Letting the Good TImes Rock n Roll on Fat Tuesday from 7 - 9 pm, The Kitchen will be replete with all the Mardi Gras accouterments and tunes. Newsome-Harlow's highly acclaimed wines, plus other selections, beer and bubbles are available. The Prix Fixe Menu is $35 per person not including tax, gratuity or beverages. Call for more information and reservations.	22	23 Events on February 23, 2012 Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.	24 Events on February 24, 2012 Mother Lode Daffodil Show, Murphys - 925-625-5526 Description: At Ironstone Vineyards. Saturday, open 11 AM-5PM, Sunday, 10AM-3PM. Free. Juried show competitions in daffodil horticulture, artistic designs, and photography. Showroom presents hundreds of different daffodils in bright colors and intriguing forms. Show entry open to all. Call or email for more information robert_spotts@comcast.net Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Location: Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Description: Matt Cullen delivers style with pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond every Friday from 5:30-8 pm. The music is free, and there's room to dance. Call for more information. CalaverasGROWN Annual Local Food Dinner & Speaker, Mokelumne Hill - 209-772-1604 Description: Celebrating community scale agriculture in the region. Dinner prepared with local food and an inspirational speaker. Moke Hill Town Hall on Main Street. Tickets are $40 per person or $75 for two. More information to come. Call 772-1604 or visit calaverasgrown.com for more information.	25 Events on February 25, 2012 Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 Description: Friday and Saturday nights, the garden will be open from 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Pick your favorite seat and enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Recently added firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Writing workshops, San Andreas -209-754-0577 Description: 9 AM to 4:30pm. Manzanita Writers Press Presents Two Writing Workshops by Authors Antoinette May and Linda Abbott Trapp. Call for more information or Email: mrosemanza@jps.net Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 Description: 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more. Free. Farmers Market, Douglas Flat - 209-728-9112 Description: At Murphys Outer Aisle Foods and Goods, Hwy 4 from Noon to 6pm Thursdays and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays. Call for more information.	26 Events on February 26, 2012 Mimi Blais - Queen of Ragtime, Angels Camp - 209-754-1774 Description: 3pm at the Bret Harte Theater. Ragtime Pianist/Comedian puts on a witty and colorful show storytelling and playing the history of ragtime. Her music engages the audience causing laughter and tears and is full of crazy stunts and surprises. Call or vist calaverasarts.org for tickets and more information.
27	28 Events on February 28, 2012 Dinner and a Movie, Jackson Rancheria Casino - 209-800-822-9466 Description: “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”. In the Grand Oak Ballroom at 6:15 p.m. Two ticket options available. To purchase, call 800-822-WINN (9466) and ask for package BREAKFAST or visit JacksonCasino.com.	29

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